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TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL MAGAZINE.

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SPRING TERM.

SCHOOL NOTES Speech Day was held on Saturday, March 4th, when the prizes were

presented by Professor R. B. Green, M.A., M.B., F.R.C.S., the Dean of Ihe Medical College, Newcastle upon Tyne. In the morning the usual service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the address was given by Rev. C. P. Unwin, Vicar of Horton. An account of Speech Day proceedings •s given later in the magazine.

The Heats of the Sports were held at the end of term. The House Cup and House Shield were won by Whitley Bay.

Avete R Armstrong, J. D. Pattison, E. H. Richardson. D. S. Anderson, R. J. Chalmers, M. H. Paterson, A. Birkbeck. H. A. Baldwin, J. E. Horton.

Valete G. P. Rhode. T. E. Simpson. J. H. Hemy. M. J. Luker. S. L. Baty, A. Luker, M. E. Norvell, D. M. Dickinson. P. Brown, V. Cozens, S. Daeson, D. J. Nicholls.

T Y N E M O U T H H O U S E NOTES Ilouse Master; M R . G . A . WASTLE. House Captain: G . B . SCARTH.

This term we have not been successful in winning the House Cup or the Shield but we have obtained a substantial lead in the preliminary Sports events.

We were second in the Football Cup which included a great struggle with Monkseaton House. Although at one stage we were 10 points down, fine play by Evans and Hall enabled us to win. Evans had bad luck in not breaking the Mile record but with Caird and Wallace finishing second and third respectively, we gained a lead over Whitley Bay House.

We congratulate Armstrong on his Matriculation and wish him the best of luck for the future. We also congratulate Hilton, Gill and Nesbit on their high positions in form.

W H I T L E Y BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master: MR. J. M . MILLER. House Captain: J. F. MEREDITH.

This term we won the Football Cup after a set of very keen games. The 1st VII won all their matches and the 2nd VII two out of three. We all thank Mr. Miller for the excellent tea and evening's entertainment which he provided on the last day of term. This term Meredith, Proctor, Harrison T., and Dixon have played for the School XV and Lamb and Bates for the Under 14.

We congratulate Harrison T., Milne, Crozier, Lamb, Brown J. D., Robinson, Dobson and Henthorne on gaining high position in form.

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MONKS EATON HOUSE NOTES House Master: M R . B . S. BATES. House Captain: D. N. WATT.

We regret the departure of Humble, who left at the end of the Autumn Term, and wish him success in his new work. In his place we welcome D. N. Watt as House Captain.

This term has been most disappointing in the way of sports. In the House Matches we finished up at the bottom of the table having lost all but one of our matches.

We furnished a strong contingent to the 1st XV in D. N. Watt, Curry, Harrison B., Hately, Turnbull W., and Watt J. All but the first of these, with Carrick, played for the Under 16. We congratulate Curry on being chosen to play for the County Under 15 versus the Border Schools.

We congratulate all theos who have attained high positions in form. N O R T H S H I E L D S HOUSE NOTES

House Master: M R . R . FULLERTON. House Captain: D . A. LAMBERT.

We are glad to welcome Mr. Fullarton as our House Master in the place of Mr. Gentle.

We were sorry to lose the services of Hedley, Taylor, Porter J. C., and Lloyd this term. The first three, together with Charlton and Lambert, are to be congratulated on their Matriculation in the December examinations and Lloyd in his School Certificate.

The points obtained by these successes gave us a good start in the House Shield which we won for the first time since July, 1945.

We congratulate those with high positions in form and those who have played in the School XV and also Turnbull, J. H. who was chosen as reserve for the County Under 15 versus the Border Schools.

In the house matches we were handicapped by the loss of Hedley and Taylor but our teams, although outweighted, fought hard and after the final game with Whitley Bay, finished third.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL—SPR!NG T E R M , 1950 Of last term's 1st XV, four valuable members left at Christmas, Lloyd,

Humble, Taylor and Hedley W. This meant that for this term the 1st XV, Under 16 and Under 15 teams were composed largely of the same boys. It was fortunate that the boys who were " under 15 " were playing Rugby of a very high standard. The first three games arranged for the term, against Dame Allan's, South Shields and Royal Grammar School were cancelled because of ground conditions. A week side travelled and lost to Hexham but played courageously.

Two extra " under 16 " fixtures were played against Tynemouth High School. We won both games decisively, the first game on the High School ground producing all the best features of Rugby Football, the game at Prior's Park producing most of its worst features.

It is encouraging to remember that the " under 15 " team which Mr. Unsworth trained so well and which won the Coast Schools' Shield will have its most skilful players with the School next season.

1st XV CHARACTERS Evans C. F. (Colours 1949-50) has many of the qualities of a good

Rugby Footballer—particularly a good pair of hands, a strong run, and a good tackle. He has led a very " mixed " side to the best of his ability but has not always produced the " form " of which we know him to be capable.

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Watt, D. N. (Colours 1949-50). Has shown great keenness at all times. Has proved very good at breaking through strong opposition.

Hedley, W. (Colours 1949-50). An outstanding three-quarter. Has a turn of speed which he uses to the best advantage.

Say. Good in the line-out but slow in breaking-up. Proctor. Has improved much this term and been invaluable in the

three-quarters. Taylor. An elusive and strong-running forward. Too often off-side. Scarth. His play is not sufficiently robust. Humble. Since changing from full-back to three-quarter he has shown

great keenness. Msredith. Has played very well but does not use his wonderful speed. Watt, J. Very useful in the scrum but has much to learn about posi-

tional play. Lloyd. Has played many good games at full-back. Has a strong kick. Watson. A useful forward who must show more enthusiasm. Hately. A very young three-quarter who has played well. Turnbuli, J. A good scrum-half converted from wing forward. One

of the most promising members of the XV. Harrison, T. Has proved invaluable throughout the season. Rhode. A full-back who has kicked and tackled splendidly. He is

quite fearless.

The House Competition again produced some exciting and interesting games. The issue was in doubt till the twelfth and last game of the series when Whitley Bay decisively beat North Shields. As usual, the matches were played seven-a-side, each house providing two teams.

Ten points were awarded for a win by the First Seven and six points for a win by the Second Seven.

An innovation this year was the presentation of the House Cup to the winners on the ground after the last game. Mrs. Ellison very kindly pre-sented the Cup to the Captain of Whitley Bay House, Meredith. Results

HOUSE MATCHES

Whitley Bay I Whitley Ray T Whitle Bay I Tynemouth I Tynemouth I

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North Shields I Monkseaton Whitley Bay II Whitley Bay II Tynemouth II

Tynemouth II Monkseaton II Monkseaton II Tynemouth II Whitley Bay II North Shields II

North Shields II North Shields II Monkseaton II

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Final Positions Whitley Bay Tynemouth North Shields Monkseaton

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JUNIOR R U G B Y — S P R I N G T E R M , 1950 Only three matches were played this term, and of these by far the

best was the first, the " Under 15 " against Morpeth G.S. The score of 0-16 rather flattered Morpeth, for the school did nearly as much attacking as their opponents, but lacked finishing power among the three-quarters. Had Turnbull, J. H. been able to play, the result might very well have been reversed. Davison played an excellent game at scrum-half and Harrison, T. was outstanding among the forwards and especially for his covering in defence. Indeed the defence of the whole team was so good that the referee said after the game that it was the best exhibition of tackling he had seen on their ground that season.

The second match was an " Under 14 " against Hexham G.S. when we were overwhelmed by a much stronger and more skilful side. As usual, Hall was here, there and everywhere in defence, but had no chance of breaking away himself. Jetfock and Partridge, W. were the best of the forwards, but with the exception of Hall none of the team went hard enough in their tackles and were too hesitant in falling on the ball.

The last match was the return " Under 13J " against Ascham House who never looked liked scoring and were unable to prevent Hall from scoring almost at will. But the game would have been infinitely better if Hall had passed to others whenever possible. Hallwood's goal-kicking was the best feature of the game: he converted eight of the tries scored.

There continues to be great enthusiasm and much promise among the younger boys, of whom mention must be made of Slater, D. for the splendid way in which he played in the Junior House matches, and particularly for his tackling of boys far larger than himself.

Finally we congratulate Curry, D. on playing for the County Under 15 against the Border Schools and Turnbull, J. H. on being chosen as reserve.

D.S.U. Results

Under 15 v Morpeth G.S. L 0—16 Away 14 v Hexham Q.E.G.S L 0—49 Away

,, 13 J v Ascham House W 48— 0 Home SCHOOL MATCHES

School *' Under 16 " v Tynemouth High School Played on Saturday, January 21st.

This was an excellent game in which both sides fought splendidly in ideal conditions. The School team consisted mostly of " under 15 " boys but they were more than a match for their bigger opponents. Carrick played with great courage in the centre and the School forwards were de-lightful to watch.

Tynemouth School, 1 goal 2 tries, 11 points; Tynemouth High School, 2 tries, 6 points.

School Team: Rhode; Hall, Smiles, Carrick, Hately; Proctor, Davison; Watson, Turnbull W., Sergeant, Curry, Harrison B., Arthur, Harrison T., Turnbull, J. School 1st XV v Hexham Grammar School

Played at Hexham on Saturday, February 11th. As a result of influenza and injuries, a very strange team travelled to

Hexham. Most of the School team were " under 15 " but the team put up a good fight. The conditions were atrocious. A strong wind with sleet, hail and rain blew from end to end and one part of the field was referred to as " The Lake." School did very well in the first half against the wind to hold Hexham to 16 points but failed to take advantage of the slope in the second half. In this period Hexham added two tries and Watt N. for Tynemouth scored a fine try, and Proctor dropped a penalty goal.

Hexham Grammar School, 2 goals, 4 tries, 22 points; Tynemouth School, 1 penalty goal, 1 try, 6 points.

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School Team: Rhode; Richardson, Smiles, Proctor, Watt J.; C. Evans (Capt.), Davison; Meredith, Turnbull W., Watson, Partridge J., Curry. Watt N., Harrison T., Harrison B.

School " Under 16 " v Tynemouth High School Played at Prior's Park on Tuesday, March 28th.

This extra fixture arranged at the request of both teams, proved to be disappointing after the excellent game earlier in the term. The hard ground was responsible for the indifferent play, both sides being loth to .tackle whole-heartedly and loose mauls were a predominant feature. There was no score for 25 minutes. Then School using a favourite manoeuvre pushed their opponents over their line and touched down. Proctor con-verted. High School replied with an unconverted try under the posts. The second half brought tries for School by Watt J. and Evans. Evans con-verted one.

Tynemouth School, 2 goals, 2 tries, 16 points; Tynemouth High School, 1 try, 3 points.

School Team: Rhode; llately, Carrick, Proctor, Smiles; C. Evans, Davison; Watson, Arthur, Turnbull W., Harrison B., Curry, Watt J., Harrison T., Turnbull J.

SPEECH D A Y

Speech Day was held on Saturday, March 4th, and began with a Ser-vice at iloly Saviour Church which was well attended. This year we were able to revert to our pre-war custom of holding the Prizegiving on a Satur-<lay afternoon through the kindness and goodwill of the proprietors of the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth.

Dr. Charlesworth welcomed the gathering of parents and friends of the School. The Headmaster, m the course of his review of the year, spoke of the good results of the examinations. In the Higher School Certificate four out of six candidates passed and in the School Certificate 13 out of 19 candidates obtained matriculation standard, and 3 their Certificates. Pro-fessor R. B. Green, the Dean of the Medical Schools at King's College, Newcastle, then presented the prizes.

In his address, following the presentation of prizes, he deplored the present tendancy to form committees and other bodies that spent so much time talking and organising and trying to tell others what to do. Schools could not flourish by such means and we should get back to the idea of a skilled craftsman showing his pupils how to work, handing on to them the inheritance that was theirs and on which the country's greatness was made in the past.

PRIZES Higher Certificate

D. I. Brennan, A. W. Harrison, W. A. Gofton, G. R. Lunn. Matriculation

D. B. Armstrong, W. A. Charlton, R. B. Gristwood, W. Hedley, D. A. Lambert, W. G. Mayhew, I). Nichol, J. P. Partridge, P. D. Partridge, J. C. Porter, M. G. Sanderson, D. Taylor, J. D. Watt.

School Certificate M. R. Lloyd, M. H. Say, J. A. Urwin.

StocUdale Prize for Languages A. W. Harrison, J. P. Partridge.

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FORM PRIZES V. G. G. Davison, W. S. Dixon, D. N. Reay, D. W. Lilburn

P. J. Richardson. IV. P. R. Hilton, A. S. Carrick, T. D. Harrison. III. A. Lamb, G. R. Scott, W. B. Hardie, J. Wardhaugh, W. F.

Partridge, H. D. Jeffcock. Ila. G. J. C. Whitfield, D. E. W. Laidler, W. J. N. Walker, I.

Atkinson. lib. W. R. Gair, J. D. Brown, P. J. Robinson, A. M. Donaldson,

J. C. Sheales, A. Summerson. I. G. A. M. Naughton, B. Corner, K. B. Dobson, B. H. Mason.

A K. Walker, W. H. Jones. Jun (A) E. Brown, H. Gilberg.

Progress Prize P. F. Richardson.

(B) I. Watson, W. S. Legg. Progress Prize

C. Phillips. T.P.S. Ilia. P. Burke, S. Frail.

Mb . K. Jones. II G. Goldstone, E. Babington, M. Watson. I. F. Robinson, C. Macey.

Progress Prizes III. J. C. Parr. II J. Donaldson. I. P. Jones.

T H E F R I D A Y CLUB On the first Monday of term an extraordinary General Meeting was

held to appoint a new secretary. At this meeting J. F. Meredith was chosen to succeed A. J. Humble.

The first meeting of the Culb took place the same evening when a party went to see the Intimate Theatre producion of " Candida " by Bernard Shaw. We were greatly impressed by this novel form of presenta-tion and many of us revisited the Theatre during its stay in Newcastle. The following Friday we had our first play-reading of the term. The play chosen was " As You Like It."

The next week Mr. Wilson gave us a varied programme of gramophon -records. This meeting was one of the most enjoyable of the term. The pro-gramme consisted of orchestral music by Beethoven and Mozart, songs by Handel, and music of a less classical nature including Twelfth-Street Rag. Woodman Spare That Tree and the Dog-Town Poker Club.

The next Friday the Club split up into two parties. One paid a return visit to the Intimate Theatre to see Jean Anhouilh's version of Sophocles' Antigone. The other attended a lecture on Bridges given to the Tynemouth Antiquarian Society.

On February 17th we visited the " Little Theatre," Low Fell, to see a play by Euripedes, " The Trojan Women."

At the next meeting we read " Othello " and although there was only a small attendance we all enjoyed the evening.

The following week Mr. Brennan repeated a talk called " Observation " which he previously gave in 1947. In it he displayed a huge knowledge of the escapades of Sherlock Holmes.

On March 17th, Mr. Bates gave a talk, illustrated with lantern slides, on his native Somerset. There was a large attendance.

During the next two weeks films were shown. They were " The Low-lands of Scotland," " East Coast Collier," " Through East Anglia," " The Isles of Youth " and " Norway." Our thanks are due to Mr. Bates for obtaining the films and to Mr. Bilton for bringing his projector on three occasions.

We have been greatly encouraged by the interest taken in the Club by Mr. Reid who took over the supervision of the Club when Mr. Gentle left.

The attendance this year has at times been disappointing. Although the Vth form has shown a fair interest, that of Vfb has been negligible.

J.F.M. V I S I T TO T H E RISING SUN C O L L I E R Y

On Friday, March 31st, the members of lib, accompanied by Mr. Laidler and myself, paid a visit to the Rising Sun Colliery. Arriving there at about 3 p.m. we were welcomed by Mr. Thompson whose son was one of the party. After splitting up into two parties we toured the surface workings. We had been shown the plans of the workings and been given an idea of what we should see. We first saw the equipment which worked the cage and examined the many safety devices. We then saw where and how the trucks were loaded before proceeding to the coal cleaning depart-ment. Here we saw two methods used in cleaning the coal, by using water and by the use of compressed air. We were all struck by the ingenuity of the apparatus. The last place to be visited was the laboratory. Here periodic tests are made of the composition of the mine gases. Here also routine analyses are made to test the composition of the coal. This was perhaps the most interesting part of our tour. After returning to the offices for a wash we thanked our guides and returned home.

R.M.deS. PARIS IN T H E SPRING

Central Station, 19th April, 10.35 p.m. Our journey had started. After many long hours in trains and on the Channel Steamer, we arrived in Paris—very hungry. On the first morning, in brilliant sunshine, we visited Notre Dame. Since there were no lights on at that time of day, it was very dark inside. The wealth and treasure housed in this impressive cathedral must be almost untold. Before leaving Notre Dame we climbed innumerable steps to the top of the tower from where we had our first panorama of Paris. In the afternoon we visited the Basilique de Sacre Coeur at Montmartre. Dazzling white in the sunshine it dominates the district, but we found the interior less impressive than that of Notre Dame. Most of us were struck by the large number of candles burning in front of the altars and statues of the Virgin. The following morning we set out for the Eiffel Tower, making the ascent to the top by escalator. From here, through the glass windows, we got a magnificent view of Paris and its suburbs. There, too, are stalls where we bought various kinds of novelties which we found could be bought much more cheaply on " terra firma."

For our visit to the Louvre, the famous museum where everything is original, we had the services of an English-speaking guide who showed us the main treasures—the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory, Venus de Milo, Napoleon's Crown and so on. Later the same day we went to the Hotel des Invalides and after seeing the museum of armour and weapons, we saw Napoleon's Tomb. On Sunday morning we saw the Place de la Concorde and walked up the Champs Elysees, the famous shopping centre. At the end of this broad avenue is the Arc de Triomphe with the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior and its ever-burning flame. In the afternoon we went

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by train to Versailles. Versailles with its beautiful chateaux and its fountains, stands in acres of verdant countryside. The most striking thing inside was the magnificence of the paintings on the ceilings of the rooms. We saw, too, the Grand Trianon with its souvenirs of Marie-Antoinette and most of us paid a quick visit to Le Hameau where Marie-Antoinette played at being a shepherdess. Our visit to the Broadcasting Studio came at a very opportune time since it was raining hard. We were shown various types of sound absorption and had the principle of the microphone ex-plained to us. Everyone enjoyed the visit to the Menier Chocolate Factory. We saw every stage in the making of a bar of chocolate. We watched the machines which wrap up and seal the bars and those which print the wrappers. We came away with a box and two bars of chocolate each. There were many regrets when we had to pack up for the return journey but we all thoroughly enjoyed the trip.

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SCHOOL OFFICERS HEAD B O Y : J. F. Meredith. PREFECTS: J. F. Meredith, D. N. Watt, W. Turnbull, G B. Scarth,

J. P. Watt, R. M- de Souza, J. P. Partridge D A. Lambert, W. S. Dixon, C. F. Evans.

CAPTAIN OF FOOTBALL : C . F . Evans. HOUSF CAPTAINS: Whitley Bay, J . F . Meredith.

Tynemouth, G. B. Scarth. Monkseaton, D. N. Watt. North Shields, D. A. Lambert.

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SUMMER TERM. SCHOOL NOTES

The Sports were held at the beginning of the term on May 10th. Dur-ing the afternoon three records were broken. After the Sports parents were entertained to tea by the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison. The full results of the Sports appear later in the magazine.

D. N. Watt was awarded a State Scholarship on the result of his Higher Certificate.

Avete G. L. Currie, A. E. Hogg, B. E. Milne. C. J. Blythe. R. M. Blythe, J. M. Currie, B. M. Green, P. Sowerby. C. P. "Brown, I. W. Graham, H. N. Johnson, M. R. M. Orme, H. J. Milner, L. J. Keith, C. A. Lambert, A. D. Lawson, P. E. Williams.

Valete J. F. Meredith, Prefect 1948-9-50. Head Boy 1949-50. Matric.

Julv, 1948. H. Cert. 1950. G. B. Scarth, Prefect, 1949-50. Matric. July, 1948. H. Cert.

1950. XI 1950. R. M. de Souza, Prefect, 1949-50. Matric. July, 1948. H.

Cert. 1950. D. A. Lambert, Prefect, 1949-50. Matric. December, 1949. D. N. Reav, Matric... July, 1950. A T. Caird. G. B. Alexander. D. J. Curry, County " Under 15 " XV, 1949-50. J. A. McKinnell, J. Hunter, R. C. C. Naughton. J. C. Bilclough, M. W. Bates. P. J. Robinson, A Stimmerson, C. D. Fraser. J. S'. Thompson. R. A. Ramsay. C. Phillips, G Phillips, B. McCov, R. M. White, A. C. W. Birbeck, P. G. White. A. E. McKinnell, J. B. Shotton, D. M. Thorp, M. J. Watson. S. B. Webb-Jones, J. E. Ashton.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master: M R . B . S. BATES. House Captain: D . N . WATT.

This term has been uneventful for us. In the House Matches we lost to Whitley Bay in the first round. Many of our House attained high posi-tions in their forms and we congratulate the following: Carrick, Partridge W., Hardie, Laidler, Walker, Naughton, Gair and Burke.

Richardson P. played for the 1st XI and Curry D, on the Under lfi. Partridge W., Hallwood and Harrison W. played on the Under 14.

We give our best wishes to those sitting their Higher and School Cer-tificates and to those who are leaving us this term.

N O R T H S H I E L D S HOUSE NOTES House Master: MR. R FULLARTON. House Captain : D . A. LAMBERT.

This term has been rather disappointing for the sports activities of the House, as we had no outstanding athletes for the Sports and Whitley Bay proved to be our masters in the House Matches. However, we were well-represented on the School XI bv Turnbull J. II., Davison, Lambert, Smiles and Alexander and on the " Under 14 " by Craney, Scott G., Dun-levy, Bilclough and Checkley. We congratulate those who have gained

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high positions in their forms. We offer our best wishes to all who are leaving this term and to those taking the Certificate Exams. To Lambert, who is leaving this term, we extend our thanks for his leadership of the House and our best wishes for his future success.

T Y N E M O U T H HOUSE NOTES House Master: M R . G . A . WASTLE. House Captain: G . B . SCARTH.

This term we won the Sports Cup for the third time in succession. Our win was mainly due to the fine efforts of Evans and Hall. Evans won the Senior Cup and Hall the Middle Cup. Two long-standing records were broken by Hall. We were not successful in the House Matches but were represented on the School XI by Scarth, who captained the side, Caird, Evans and Stevenette.. Our representatives on the " Under 14 " were Hall, Clasper, McKinnell, Stephenson and Beardall. We congratulate Scarth on his Colours and on being Captain of the XI. To all members of the House who have taken either the Higher or School Certificates we ex-tend our good wishes for their success and to those who are leaving our best wishes for the future.

W H I T L E Y BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master: MR. J. M. MILLER. House Captain: J. F. MEREDITH.

In the Sports we were beaten by Tynemouth by the very narrow margin of 1J points. Our superiority in the senior events was not main-tained in the junior ones. We won the Cricket Cup by beating Monkseaton in the first round and North Shields in the final. Proctor made a very valuable 56 not out against Monkseaton. Heyes, Milne, Proctor, Arthur and Harrison T. have played regularly for the XI and Crozier, Bates, Welch and Jeffcock for the Under 14. We congratulate Milne, Harrison T., Lamb, Jeffcock, Brown J. D., Robinson, Sheales, Dobson and Henthorne on their good form positions Finally, we extend our best wishes to all members of the House who are leaving, us this term and we wish success to those who have taken the Higher and School Certificates.

A V I S I T TO R E Y R O L L E S On Friday, July 14th, a party of boys, accompanied by the Headmaster

and Mr. Wilson, visited the works of Messrs. Reyrolles & Co. at Hebburn. After an introduction to our guides we split up into two parties. We were told that the main product of the firm was switch-gear and that everything was subsidiary to that. We were first taken to a room in which girls were winding insulation on to parts of transformers. The necessity for having transformers was explained to us in simple language. Next we were shown how Light and Medium switchgear was assembled. This type is nearly all oil-immersion, that is the actual "break " takes place in a vessel full of a special oil. Next we saw the laboratory in which the switchgear is tested by. applying an over-voltage as might happen when a lightning flash strikes the line. This room was Martian in its appearance, with huge spheres between which the electricity arced. There was also a large tank in which apparatus was tested under oil. The high potentials required were obtained by charging up sets of condensers in parallel and then connecting them in series. We next saw medium and heavy switchgear under construction. We were very impressed by the innumerable safety devices incorporated in the switchgear. Passing to another department we saw men assembling and wiring the control panels for use in Power btations enabling the man in control to know exactly what was happening so that in an emergency he would be able to act quickly. Finally we were shown an entirely different type of switchgear. In this the arc is extinguished by blowing a powerful blast of air on to it. This removes the ionised gases which act as a con-ductor. We heard this type being tested and the noise was very consider-able. Our guides then gave us a very enjoyable tea in the canteen. The visit had lasted two and a half hours and OUT interest never flagged for a moment.

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T Y N E M O U T H SCHOOL SPORTS Held at Preston Avenue on May 10th, in good weather. Four record®

were broken during the afternoon, three by Hall and one by Oliver J. D. Mrs. Meredith presented the Prizes. Results Long Jump (over 14):—1, Meredith; 2 equal, Watt J., Evans C. Long Jump (11-14):—1, Hall; 2, Checkley; 3 equal, Scott C., Welch. Long jump (under 11):—1, Naughton; 2, Jones W.; 3, Oliver J. D. Cricket Ball:—1, Heyes; 2, Evans C.; 3, Scarth. High Jump (11-14):—1, Hall; 2 equal, Checkley, Donaldson. High Jump (under 11):—1 equal. Archer, Scott C. D.; 3, Jones W. One Mile (open):—1, Evans C.; 2, Wallace; 3, Caird. Quarter Mile (open):—1, Meredith; 2, Evans C.; 3, Watt J. 75 yds. (11-14):—1, Hall; 2, Lamb; 3, Dunlevy. (New record.) 75 yds. (under 11):—1, Jones W.; 2, Oliver J. D.; 3, Naughton. 75 yds. (Jun. under 6J):—1, Larke; 2, Rang; 3, Askew. 75 yds. (Jun. over 6J):—1, Gill; 2, Marshall; 3, Jameson. 100 yds. (over 14):—1, Meredith; 2, Watt J.; 3, Proctor. 75 yds. (T.P.S. upper):—1, McDonald; 2, Webb-Jones; 3, Nesbit. 75 yds. (T.P.S. middle):—1, Jones; 2, Donaldson; 3, Hart. 75 yds. (T.P.S. lower):—1, Robinson; 2, Orme; 3, Robson. 220 yds. (under 10):—1, Jones W.; 2, Williams; 3, Jarvis. 220 yds. (10-11):—1, Oliver J. D.; 2, Naughton; 3, Archer. (New record.) High Jump (over 14):—1, Harrison T.; 2, Evans C.; 3, Meredith. 220 yds. (13-14):—1, Hall; 2, Lamb; 3, Welch. 220 yds. (12-13):—1, Stobbs; 2. Dunlevy; 3, Pope R. 220 yds. (11-12):—1, Donaldson; 2, Carter; 3, Armatage. Half-mile (senior):—1, Evans C.; 2, Wallace; 3, Smiles. Half-mile (junior):—1, Hall; 2, Lamb; 3, Welch. (New record.) 220 yds'. (14-15):—1, Hately; 2, Carrick; 3, Naughton. 220 yds. (15-16):—1, Watt J.; 2, Evans C.; 3, Smiles. 220 yds. (over 16):—1, Meredith; 2, Proctor; 3, Watt D. School Handicap (under 12):—T, Lewis; 2, Sutton; 3, Nesbit. House Relay:—1, Whitley Bay. School Handicap (over 12):—1, Crawshaw; 2, Pope R.; 3, Harper W. Old Boys' Race:—1, A. Blades. Parents' Race:—1, Mr. D. Hallwood. Champion of Sports:-—Evans, C. Middle Cup:—Hall. Junior Cup:—Jones, W. House Cup:—Tynemouth.

C R I C K E T NOTES—19S0 Six out of the thirteen 1st XI matches drawn emphasises the main

weakness of the 1st XI during this term—the lack of one good offensive bowler. The fielding has not been up to the high standard expected of a School XI. These two factors have been the chief reasons for the failure of the team to dismiss their opponents for sufficiently low scores to enable our slow-scoring batsmen to make the runs necessary for victory. The brightest feature of the matches has been the stubborn batting of one or two members of the team on those occasions when a draw was the in-evitable result at which to aim. In this respect some of the younger members of the team have done well and we look forward to next season with some confidence.

FIRST E L E V E N CHARACTERS G. B. Scarth. As captain of the XI this season he has set a good

example by his enthusiasm and keenness. At times he has bowled well and is alert in the field. His batting is uncertain but it has shown signs of improvement latterly.

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Heyes, P. H. The school wicket-keeper who has played well at times. As an opening bat he does not seem to have had much luck.

Caird, A. T. He has batted well on occasions but did not fulfil the promise he showed last year. A safe fielder.

Evans, C. F. A safe fielder and capable of scoring runs when his eye is in. Has bowled well at times.

Proctor, J. N. He has fielded very well and played some good innings. Davison, G. G. His batting improved greatly during the term. His

fielding could be safer. Richardson, P. A safe fielder but not very successful as a bat. Milne, P. A promising opening batsman but a slow scorer. He is a

safe fielder close in. Harrison, T. D. His batting has improved greatly. Not a safe

fielder and his bowling has been erratic. Stevenette, M. A good defensive bat but not a very safe fielder. His

left-arm bowling has been fast and accurate but he is easily disheartened. Turnbull, J. H. A good accurate bowler who can bowl for long spells.

His slip fielding has been excellent. He is too casual over his batting. Arthur, M'. With care and patience his bowling will improve. Has

shown promise as a fielder and batsman.

ist X I A V E R A G E S

Batting Innings Runs Average

Milne 11 174 15.8 Evans 10 85 8.5 Stevenette 9 76 8.4 Arthur 7 59 7.3 Proctor 11 61 5.5 Heyes ... 13 70 5.4

Bowling

Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Average Arthur 25 4 114 8 14.2 Turnbull 77. 3 14 215 14 15.3 Scarth 10(i 13 378 24 16.8 Stevenette 48 9 142 8 17.8

Opponents For Against Result T.S. Old Boys' C.C. A 71 72 for 4 Lost by 7 wkts. Whitley Bay G.S. ... H 77 for 6 95 for 7 dec. Draw Hexham G.S. H 42 129 for 6 Lost by 85 runs Morpeth G.S. H 61 for 7 135 for 5 dec. Draw Whitley Bay G.S. ... A 64 for 6 100 for 3 Draw Hexham G.S. A 52 154 for 5 Lost by 102 runs Tynemouth C.C. Jun H 47 for 8 69 for 6 Lost by 22 runs S. Shields H.S. ... A 50 for 8 106 for 6 dec. Draw Parents H 68 for 7 Rain stopped play T.S. Old Boys' C.C. H 53 144 Lost by 91 runs S. Shields H.S. ... H 52 for 3 105 for 3 Draw Tynemouth H.S. ... A 32 79 for 6 dec. Lost by 47 runs R.G.S. (under 1G) 40 41 for 1 Lost by 9 wkts. Staff XI 135 77 for 6 Draw Tynemouth C.C. Jun. H 86 for 5 97 for 7 Lost by 11 runs

JUNIOR C R I C K E T The Under 14 team has had a far more enjoyable and satisfactory

season than its record of two wins and one draw in twelve matches would suggest. This lack of success was due mainly to very weak batting. A great many runs were lost by reluctance or inability to punish balls off the wicket; and the side was too easily forced on to the defensive after the loss of early wickets. Bates was by far the most improved batsman in the side, and his 41 against Ascham House (including a 6 and 7 4's) was a delight to watch. Craney batted well at times, but tended to grow im-patient and decide on his stroke before the ball was bowled. The remainder, though capable of scoring runs, failed to watch the ball closely enough and lacked aggressive strokes.

The brightest features of the season were the bowling and fielding. Jeffcock especially bowled most aggressively and accurately and was un-lucky not to obtain even greater success. Craney and Scott both bowled well, though the former would have been even more effective if he had paid greater attention to length. The fielding was extremely keen through-out and it is difficult to pick out individuals; but exceptionally good per-formances were given by Dunlevy, Crozier and Scott.

Craney captaintd the side efficiently and set a good example in the field.

Craney Bates

Batting Innings Runs

12 108 11 94

Average 9

H'est Score 22 41

Jeffcock .. Craney Scott, G.

Bowling Overs Maidens Runs

96 25 229 71 9 226 51 10 181

Wickets Average 22

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10.4 10.64 10.65

Results v. Royal Grammar School ... v. Royal Grammar School ... v. Ascham House v. Tynemouth C.C. Juniors v. Morpeth G.S. v. Tynemouth High School v. Hexham v. Morpeth G.S v. Ascham House v. Tynemouth High School v. South Shields v. South Shields

H H H H H H A A A A H A

Lost by Lost by Won by Won by Lost by Lost by Lost by Lost by Lost by Lost by Lost by Drawn.

103 runs. 8 wickets. 1 wicket. 18 runs.

3 wickets. 36 runs. 6 wickets. 39 runs. 40 runs. 10 wickets. 8 wickets.

SCHOOL OFFICERS HEAD B O Y : J. F. Meredith. PREFECTS: J. F. Meredith, D. N . Watt, W. Turnbull, D. W. Scarth,

R. M. de Souza, J. D. Watt, J. P. Partridge, I> A. Lambert, W. S. Dixon, C. F. Evans.

HOUSE CAPTAINS: Monkseaton, I ) . N . Watt. North Shields, D. A. Lambert. Tynemouth, G. B. Scarth. Whitley Bay, J. F. Meredith.

AUTUMN TERM. SCHOOL NOTES

D. N, Watt was appointed Head Boy and we were pleased to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Watt at the ceremony of installation.

i The following School Prefects were appointed this term: W. A. Charl-ton, D. W. Lilburn, G. G. Davison, J. N. Proctor, A. S. Carrick, T. D. Harrison.

It is with regret that we learnt of the passing in October of Fred Culyer who had been a faithful servant of the School for 25 years. An athlete in his earlier days, he always took a great interest in the boys athletics.

At he end of the term we said good-bye to Mr. Wilson who left us to take up an appointment in Barbados. We wish him and Mrs. Wilson good luck and happiness in their new surroundings.

In the December School Certificate Examination the following obtained School Certificates: J. E. Fleck, G. J. Mutch, P. J. Thompson, I. J. Turn-bull. J. T. A. Slater completed his matriculation.

Avete

Via. W. G. Stratford. III. M. J. Dix, J. M. Dodds, G. S. S. Spence. Ila. S. A. Beck, R. A. Blundell, J. H. Childs, M. F. Jack. lib. D. Brown, D. H. Crosbie, J. E. H. Griffiths. 1. I. M. Dawe, G. Fraser, K. Hodson, W. Smith, W. R. White-

ley, A. S. Whitfield. Jun. N. W. C. Cooper, G. M. Davis, J. C. Dodds, D. Dodds, J. M.

Hutchinson, M. K. Inglis, A. H. Jebb, S. W. Macaslan, M. W. Martin, C. W. Nicholls, P. D. Nicholson, E. Smith, M. H. Thompson.

T.P.S. R. A, C. Ainsworth, D. W. Alexander, T. M. Arnold, J. V. Atkinson, G. T. Clark, J. T. Darling, M. Davis, E. A. Hulme, P. M. Hulme, T. Lovell, A. H. Robinson, R. J. Spoors, P. Unsworth, N. Unsworth.

Valete Via. D. N. Watt, Prefect, 1948-9-50. Head Boy 1950. Matric.

July, 1948. H. Cert. 1950. State Scholarship. XV 1949-50.

D. W. Lilburn, Prefect, 1950. Matric. July, 1950. G. G. Davison, Prefect, 1950. Matric. July, 1950.

VIb. J. E. Fleck, S. Cert. December, 1950. G. T. Mutch. S. Cert. December, 1950. P. ']. Richardson, S. Cert. July, 1950. P. G. Thompson, S. Cert. December, 1950. I. T- Turnbull, S. Cert. December, 1950. C. F. Evans, Prefect, 1949-50. XV 1949-50. P. H. Heyes. R. Crozier.

V. R. A. Gofton. ' IV. G. C. Stobbs, M. D.' Clasper, P. C. Bowmaker. Ila. C D. Scott. : Jun. M. K. Inglis. T.P.S. D. W. Mclntyre.

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T Y N E M O U T H HOUSE NOTES House Master: M R . G , : A . WASTLE. . . . . . . House Captain: C. F . EVANS.

This terms sees the departure of one-of the mainstays of the house in the athletic field, our House Captain, C. F. Evans, who has captained the 1st XV since the departure of his brother.

We congratulate Hall G. on having been picked to play for the County XV.

Scarth is to be congratulated on having obtained his Higher Certificate, Reay and Lilburn on Matriculating and Slater J. on obtaining his School Certificate.

We congratulate Hilton, Stevenson M., Sowerby and Nesbit D. on obtaining high positions in their respective forms.

We have been represented'on the 1st XV this year by C. F. Evans as captain, Stevenette and Hall G.

Slater D., Stevenson, Tait, Yeeles and Crawshaw all played for the Junior Teams.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master: MR. B. S . BATES House Captain: D . N . W A T T .

This term has been a. very successful orie for the House in all respects. We had the following as regular members of the Junior teams: Partridge W., Bootle, Hallwood, Donaldson, Harrison W., Walker and Laidler. In addition, we turned out the most members of the 1st XV in Watt D., Watt J., Carrick, Harrison B., Hately and Turnbull W. We heartily congratulate J. Watt on being awarded his colours.

The following numerous body reached high positions in their forms: VIb, Carrick; V, Hardie; IV, Laidler, Walker, Carter; III, Gair, Donald-son; Tfa, Jones, Naughton; lib, Burke, I. Nesbit.

W H I T L E Y BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master: MR. J. M. MILLER. House Captain: W. S. DIXON.

This term we welcome Dixon as House Captain in place of Meredith. Meredith and de Souza are to be congratulated on gaining their Higher Certificate.

In school work we offer our hearty congratulations to Dixon on gain-ing his School Certificate and to Milne, Harrison T., Lamb, Atkinson, Parritt, Brown J D., Evans G. and Duncan, in gaining high positions in their respective forms.

We have been represented in the School rugby teams by Proctor, Harrison T., Studdy, Athur and Dixon in the 1st XV and by Milne, Lamb, Parritt, Atkinson, Tindale, Jeffcock, Welch and Wood in the Junior teams. Proctor and Harrison gained their 1st XV Colours this term.

Proctor and Harrison were made School Prefects. N O R T H S H I E L D S HOUSE NOTES

louse Master : MR. FULLARTON. House Captain : J . P. PARTRIDGE. This term J! P. Partridge succeeded D. A. Lambert as House Captain. We have not been very successful in scholastic ' affairs; however,

Davison must be congratulated on his matriculation and Watson J. on his School Certificate. Scott G., Hedley J., and Watson I. must all be praised for. their high form positions. We have, however, been more suc-cessful on the rugger field. We have been represented by Craney, Yarham, Checkley, Stobbs, Darling and Hedley J. on the junior teams, Dunlevy being the captain of the " Under 14," and on the first team, Davison, Watson J., Turnbull'J. H. and Partridge J., with Turnbull J. II. receiving his colours. •

OLD BOYS' NEWS Oxford

H. A. Taylor (1933-6). 2nd class Honours in History. J. Cadogan (1935-40). 2nd class Honours Mod. Greats.

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Durham D. R. Bradley (1933-41). 1st class Honours in Greek.

Assistant lecturer, Queen's University, Belfast, P. Cadogan (1929-37). 2nd class Honours in History. J. A. Baldwin. Honours Ll.B. j. R. Moore (1939-44). Inter. Law Society. D. A. Parkin (1939-48). Inter. Ll.B. M. A. McGilvray (1941-48). Inter. Ll.B. D. A. Tate. Inter Ll.B. D. J. Harrison (1943-8). 1st M.B., B.S. S. J! Gill (1931-8). 3rd M.B., B.S. T. A. P. Dunlevy (1942-6). 1st B.D.S. A. I. McAughtry (1941-7). 2nd B.D.S. J. W. Laffey (1942-8). 1st year B.A. G. R. Lunn (1938-49). 1st year B.A.

T Y N E M O U T H SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION A N N U A L R E P O R T , 1950

Once again the time has come around for me to write the Annual Report for the School Magazine.

It is with regret that I have to report a falling off of attendance at all of the Association's functions throughout 1950 and I am at a loss to understand why this is so. The Association has actively carried on its programme of activities during the year and it is most disheartening for the Committee to find that after all the hard work which has been put in, these events should be so badly supported.

The Annual Dance, held in the Rex Hotel, Whitley Bay, in January was attended by 144 people and, as previously, was a great success.

The Cricket Club—the most active section of the Association—had another successful season although this was somewhat marred by the weather and rounded off the Season by holding their Annual Dance in October at the Rex Hotel and their Annual Dinner at the Grand Hotel, Tynemouth, in November.

In Jul)-, only 14 members attended the Golf Outing which was held at Foxton Hall, Alnmouth. However, competition for the Crofton Trophy Cup was very keen and after a very close finish, Mr. D. N. E. Slack was the winner with Mr. N. Thorn as runner up. The afternoon match was won by Messrs. R. B. Storey and P. Young and they were presented with a prize of six golf balls; Mr. Storey, as holder of the Trophy Cup last year, was also presented with a statuette of a golfer.

The Annual Dinner, again held in Tynemouth, was attended by only 55 members, but everyone had an enjoyable time. Mr. H. B. Crofton presented the Trophy Cup to Dr. J. J. Phillips who accepted it on behalf of Mr. Slack who was unable to attend this event.

Only 12 boys have joined the Association during the year—the same increase as last year—and membership of the Association now stands at 380. The Committee feel that this increase might be substantially larger than this because we are sure that the friendships which the boys have made at School can be actively continued by following any one of its activities.

I should like to conclude this report by giving my address and that of the Treasurer's, so that any Old Boy who has not joined the Association and, after reading this report, would like to have more details regarding the Association's activities, will know whom to contact.

The addresses are as follows:— Hon. Secretary: Hon. Treasurer:

J. H. Dye, R. Harrison Thompson, 22, Clovelly Gardens, 13, Kennersdene,

Whitley Bay. Tvnemouth. N.S. 1611.

J.H.D., Hon. Sec.

T Y N E M O U T H SCHOOL OLD BOYS' C R I C K E T CLUB The 1950 Cricket Season was another milestone in the history of the

Club, for although the results were not quite so good as those of last season, the opposition was of a much higher standard and the final analysis of the fixtures showed that out of 16 matches played, 6 were won, 7 lost, and 3 were left drawn. There were as many as 8 matches cancelled due to the unfavourable weather.

I mention particularly the higher standard of the opposition, because it demonstrates the aim of the Cricket Club in aspiring to a better class of cricket for its members and so attract to its ranks those Old Boys who desire a reasonable standard of cricket and regular play.

The Club was privileged to play at Smith's Park, North Shields, cjur-ing the past season and the fact that we have a ground of our own has contributed largely to the success of the Club to-day.

At Whitsuntide, the cricket team went on tour to the Northumberland Border, country, and, with its Headquarters at Belford, played two matches, one against a strengthened Belford team on the Sunday, and the other against Etal on Whit Monday. This tour proved to be a very successful experiment, and one which we hope will be repeated.

During the season, the Club was again indebted to the ladies for their support and assistance at Smith's Park. These ladies look after the cater-ing arrangements most admirably and the best thanks of the Club are ex-tended to them.

For the second year the Club held an annual dinner, on this occasion at the Grand Hotel, Tynemouth, and we were privileged and honoured to have as our guest Miss Irene Ward. Mr. and Mrs. Crawshaw were also present and Mr. Crawshaw proposed the toast of the Cricket Club. All patrons and vice-presidents were invited to this function, but with the exception of two patrons, none of the V.P.s or patrons other than those directly associated with the Club joined us on this occasion, ft was, how-ever, a most successful evening. The Batting and Bowling trophies for heading the season's averages were presented by Mrs. Ellison to Mr. J. R. S. Watson.

The second annual dance was again held at the Rex Hotel and proved to be a financial and social success. At this point I would like to stress the Club's disappointment at the lack of interest shown by members of the Association, not only in its social functions but also in its Cricket team, and I feel that the Club deserves a keener interest being taken in its affairs, if for no other reason than that it is a branch of the Association and closely identified with Tynemouth School.

We look forward to the 1951 Season w ith confidence and keenness'. R.L.E.

T Y N E M O U T H P R E P A R A T O R Y SCHOOL The year 1950 has proved a successful and happy one for the " Monk-

seaton Juniors." Unfortunately, illness caused my absence from school for the whole of the Spring Term. Special thanks are due to Miss Baird for the competent way in which she stepped into the gap, and maintained the smooth running of the school. Miss M. Pinkney was appointed for the term, and proved very helpful.

The outstanding event of the Summer Term, was the Form III outing to Alnwick. It was the first time such a long school journey with such young children had been undertaken, but the excursion was a splendid success. Twenty-six children left school at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 23rd by special bus, several parents making the journey by car. Permission had previously been obtained from the Duke's Estate Office for entrv into Hulne Abbey Park, and there we had a picnic lunch amid delightful sur-roundings, followed by an exciting game, reminiscent of Chevy Chase,

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with the old cries of " A Percy! A Douglas!" echoing through the trees. In the afternoon we visited the Castle, and great interest was shown by the children in all they saw. Tea in a cafe followed, and a very happy party returned to Monkseaton.

Prizewinners for 1949-50 were as follows:— Form 1 Gillian Young, M. Bridges. Form II J. Cowen, J. McGillivray. Form IIIA D. Evans, S. Duncan. Form IIIB June Donaldson, A. Hulme. Progress Prizes: I Barbara Frazel.

II Karen Wright. Ill D. J. Nesbit.

Shortly after the beginning of the Autumn Term, a Harvest Thanks-giving Service was held, at which the Rev. R. A. Macey, Vicar of St. Philip's, Newcastle, and father of one of our boys, officiated. The fruit was sent to the Stannington Children's Sanatorium.

For sometime we had discussed the idea of a Parent-Teacher meeting, and on the 9th October we put this idea into effect. A meeting was held at the Hamilton Restaurant, Whitley Bay, at which almost every family in the school was represented. The meeting was social in character, and began with a talk in which the aims and methods in Primary School Educa-tion were outlined, after which supper was served, and then parents were able to discuss individual problems with the staff. Many parents expressed their appreciation of the opportunity to do this. A Committee was formed with the object of deciding upon some method of raising a School Fund. The following ladies expressed their willingness to be responsible for the effort: Mrs. Phillips, Mrs. Clark (Snr.), Mrs. Clark (Jnr.), Mrs. Cowen, Mrs. Ainsworth, Mrs. Unsworth, and Mrs. Rumbellow. A Bring and Buy Sale was held in school on Saturday, November 18th. Mr. H. Jones, as father of four children who had passed through the school, opened the sale on behalf of the Parents, whose effort it was. I should like to take this opportunity of thanking the ladies of the Committee, and all Parents for their work on our behalf, and on the excellent result of the sale, when £34/11/8 was realised and handed over to us. Our first purchase is to be a portable gramophone with suitable records for school use.

The Poppy Day Collection of £8 constituted a record. On two afternoons at the end of term Christmas Plays by each form

were presented to parents, the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison being present on the second afternoon.

Mrs. Ursula Holland, Northern Counties Organiser for the Barnardo Helpers' League paid us a visit during the last week of term. A special Christmas Tree Collection resulted in £4/10/0 being handed to Mrs. Holland, and we hope to enroll many new helpers as the result of the visit.

The year ended on its usual happy note—the Christmas Party in the Royal Hotel. We were pleased to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Ellison and their party for tea and the conjuring show, which, as usual, entranced the child-ren.

H.G.G. L I B R A R Y NOTES

This term has been a successful one for the Library. The number of books taken out was 256. The main borrowers are still those in the lower forms with Form I well ahead of all the others. A number of people have given books to the Library and these are very welcome additions.

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SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL Of the 1st XV and Under 16 matches arranged for this term, four were

cancelled, 8 played, 4 won, 3 lost and 1 drawn. Though this does not compare with the grand record of the Juniors this term, the Senior teams may justifiably feel pleased with the general improvement in School Rugby.

The Royal Grammar School beat us decisively at Newcastle, but Evans and Proctor were not available owing to examinations.

On the other hand in the game against Dame Allans and in both the Morpeth games the 1st XV played splendidly.

Stratford has been invaluable at fly-half and Proctor has been the success of the XV at full-back.

We congratulate Hall on playing so well at wing-threequarter and on his selection for the County XV against Durham at Ashington. School Under 16 v Tynemouth High School

(Played at the High School on Saturday, October 7th) It was hoped that this would prove an interesting game; conditions

were ideal but little good Rugby was seen. School proved superior in all phases of the game. The only good try was scored by Hately after some good passing and a good run by Smiles. At least ten tries were missed through knocks-on or snatching at the ball. Turnbull J., playing an opportunist game at wing-forward, scored six tries and kicked a penalty goal. Hall scored twice and Hately, Harrison and Smiles once each. Only two of the eleven tries scored were converted.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, 2 goals, 1 penalty goal, 9 tries, 40 points; Tynemouth High School, nil.

Team: Stevenette, Hall, Wallace, Carrick, Hately, Smiles, Davison (capt.), Anderson, Arthur, Milne, Sergeant, Scott, Harrison T., Gill, Turnbull J. School Under 16 v Royal Grammar School Under 16

(Played at Benton on Saturday, October 14th) The Grammar School had a very big and strong pack with alert and

speedy outsides. Tynemouth never settled down to play as a team and were frequently penalised for offside. As the Tynemouth scrum rarely heeled the ball, the outsides had little chance to show their ability. The Grammar School went ahead early with three unconverted tries.' Tyne-mouth replied with a splendid try" by Carrick, converted by Turnbull. A penalty goal and an unconverted try brought the R.G.S. score to 15 points at half-time. With the slope and wind Tynemouth rallied in the second half and scored a well judged push-over try and an unconverted try by Smiles. The R.G S. weight now began to tell and they added two further tries and a goal to run out worthy winners of an interesting game.

Final score: R.G.S, Under 16, 1 goal, 1 penalty goal, 6 tries, 26 points; Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 2 tries, 11 points.

Team: Stevenette, Wallace, Hall, Carrick, Hately, Smiles, Davison (capt.), Anderson, Arthur, Milne, Sergeant, Scott, Harrison B., Harrison T., Turnbull J. School Under 16 v Whitley Bay G.S. Under 16

(Played at Whitley Bay on Saturday, October 21st) In spite of the absence of scrum-half Davison and Harrison B., Tyne-

mouth proved too strong for Whitley Bay. Tynemouth did not play well, the forwards were not together and the outsides did not produce the movements which they have so often showed in the past. Hail, normally a wing three-quarter, found it difficult to adapt himself to his position in

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the centre but Stevenette at full-back and Smiles at fly-half were much improved. Turnbull J. made a splendid deputy for Davison at scrum-half. Tries were scored by Harrison T. (2), Carrick, Gill and Hall. Turn-bull kicked a penalty goal and converted two tries. Arthur converted one try.

Final score: Tynemouth School, 3 goals, 1 penalty goal, 2 tries, 14 points; Whitley Bay G.S., nil.

Team: Stevenette, Wallace, Hall, Carrick, Hately, Smiles, Turnbull J., Milne, Arthur, Studdy, Sergeant, Anderson, Gill, Crozier, Harrison T. School 1st XV v Morpeth Grammar School

(Played at Percy Park on Wednesday, November 8th) After losing the toss, Tynemouth pressed hard in the early stages.

Morpeth cleared their line to start an attack which resulted in an un-converted try. Tynemouth now attacked and Carrick scored after a good run. The kick failed. Morpeth drew ahead with a try which was con-verted. The first half ended with a successful penalty kick to Morpeth. In the second half Tynemouth had the advantage of the wind and sun and soon scored through Turnbull. The try was converted. During the last few minutes Carrick scored.

Final score: Tynemouth School, 2 tries, 1 goal, 11 points; Morpeth G.S., 1 try, 1 penalty goal, 1 goal, 11 points.

Team: Turnbull I., Hately, Carrick, Smiles, Dixon, Stratford, C. F. Evans, D. N. Watt, Watson, Turnbull W., Harrison B., Studdy, J. H. Turnbull, Harrison T., J. D. Watt. School 1 st XV v Whitley Bay G.S. 1st XV

(Played at Whitley Bay on Thursday, November 2nd) The School XV was at full strength to meet the powerful Whitley Bay

team. Although outweighted in almost every department—especially the scrum—School put up an excellent fight and it was most encouraging to see such splendid tackling, especially by Hall, who is not yet 15. Whitley hooked the ball in most of the set scrums and with a strong-running three-quarter line, held the advantage throughout, but Tynemouth fought back and gave a very courageous display.

Whitley scored a goal in the first minute and soon added an uncon-verted try. Tynemouth replied with a grand try by Stratford which he converted. In the first half Whitley added a further goal and try. The second half saw Tynemouth fighting hard but in spite of excellent defence work by Proctor at full-back, Whitley added two further goals.

This was the best and most encouraging play for some years by the Tynemouth XV whose high standard of play cannot be assessed by the difference in the scores.

Final score: Whitley Bay G.S., 4 goals, 2 tries, 26 points; Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 5 points.

Team: Proctor, Hatelv, C. F. Evans, Stratford, Hall, Smiles, Davison, D. N. Watt, Watson, Tiirnbull W., Studdy, Harrison B., Turnbull J., Harrison T., Watt J. School 1st XV v Dame Allans

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, November 11th) After penning Tvncmouth in their own " 25 " for some time, Dame

Allans scored a try which was not converted. Tynemouth attacked and Watt J. scored from a pass on the line from Turnbull J. This was not converted. Shortly after this Turnbull J. again scored. In the second half Tynemouth went further ahead with an unconverted try by Carrick. This was followed by unconverted tries by Watt J. and Watt D.

Final score: Tynemouth School, 5 tries, 15 points; Dame Allans, 1 try, 3 points.

Team: Proctor, Smiles, Carrick, C. F. Evans, Dixon. Stratford, J. H. Turnbull, Harrison B., Arthur, Watson, Studdy, D. N. Watt, J. D. Watt, Turnbull W., Harrison T.

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School 1st XV v Royal Grammar School 2nd XV (Played at Newcastle on Saturday, November 18th)

The School XV was seriously handicapped by the absence of Evans and Proctor due to examinations. But their absence cannot account for the poor game played by Tynemouth. The ball was difficult to handle but Tynemouth rarely heeled the ball from tight or loose scrums. R.G.S. looked a moderate side in the first half and Tynemouth, playing against the wind did well to hold them at 6-0, but in the second half, with a con-stant ball supply, R.G.S. could do little wrong. Tynemouth's tackling was at times very weak and there was little cohesion amongst backs or forwards.

Final score: R.G.S. 2nd XV, 34 points; Tynemouth School, nil. Team: Stevenette, Hately, Carrick, Smiles, Dixon, Stratford, J. H.

Turnbull, Partridge, Watson, Harrison B., Studdy, D. N. Watt, Turnbull W., Harrison T.

School 1 st XV v Morpeth G.S. (Played at Morpeth on Saturday, December 2nd)

On a very muddy ground School played excellent football to win by 14 points to 5. Kicking off against the slope, the whole team went into the game with enthusiasm. Watson hooked well and Tumbull and Stratford combined well at half-back. Smiles and Dixon played well as substitutes for Hall (on County duty) and Hately, while Proctor had a splendid game at full-back. Morpeth scored the only points in the first half from a try by Graham. In the second half Morpeth fell off badly and Tynemouth served up some delightful moves. Turnbull J. darted over cleverly from a quick heel and Evans added a try after a good run by himself and a good move by Stratford. From a kick ahead Stratford followed up and beat the full-back for the touch-down. Finally Smiles scored a good try after the ball had passed all along the line.

Final score: Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 3 tries, 14 points; Morpeth G.S., 1 goal, 5 points.

Team: J. Proctor, Smiles, Carrick, C. F. Evans, Dixon, Stratford, J. Turnbull. Harrison B., Watson, Partridge, Studdy, D. N. Watt, J. D. Watt, Turnbull W„ Harrison T.

J U N I O R RUGBY

A record of 9 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats in matches is one of which any school, especially one of this size, can well be proud. Only in the first match, before the Under 14 had time to settle down, were we heavily defeated and in one of the other two games lost a draw would have been a fairer result. Our success has been due, not so much to individual brilliance as to an aggressive spirit, good backing up, hard tackling and above all playing as a team. On no occasion has there been a passenger on the side, so that it is hard and almost unjust to single out players for praise. But Dunlevy must be given great credit for the way in which he has captained the side, Partridge for his leading the forwards and Bootle for his splendid play at full-back which has given the rest a vital feeling of confidence. In all games, apart from matches, the general level of play has been well above that of recent years so that there is every reason to hope that next season will be even more successful.

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Results Under 13

v Ascham House Away 0— 0 Draw Under 14

v South Shields H.S Home 0—34 Lost v Gateshead G.S. Home 21— 6 Won v Whitley Bay G.S Home 14— 3 Won v R.G.S. Away 8—19 Lost v Hexham G.S. Home 11— 6 Won v Tynemouth H.S. Away 40— 0 Won v Morpeth G.S. ... Away 6— 3 Won v Tynemouth H.S. Away 20— 5 Won v Hexham G.S. Away 3—12 Lost

Bantams v Dame Allan's ... Away 6— 0 Won v Dame Allan's Away 28— G Won

Under 15 v Ralph Gardner School Home 9— 0 Won

" T H E F R I O A Y CLUB "

The Annual General Meeting was held on Wednesday, September 27th, when J. P. Partridge was elected Secretary. W. Turnbull retained his place on the Committee and D. N. Watt, J. D. Watt and C. F. Evans became members for the first time. It was decided that Forms IV and V should be invited to the meetings.

This term has not been a great success mainly due to lack of interest and small attendances. The greatest support came from new members. This term saw the re-introduction of debates. However, owing to the in-experience of the speakers both on the platform and on the floor, the debates were poor. The most popular of all the activities was the General Knowledge Quiz in which it was seen that members of higher forms did not necessarily have the most general knowledge. There were two visits to the theatre, one to the Theatre Royal and one to the People's Theatre. It is to be hoped that the Friday Club will be given more support next term as there are many possible activities not yet attempted.

J.P.P. T H E SCHOOL CONCERT

This year the School were very fortunate to be able to use the Church I fall of Holy Saviour for the presentation of the Christmas Concert. For this we are indebted to the Vicar. The large stage and adequate dressing rooms enabled the performance to take place without the turmoil of people trying to get to and from the stage which has been such a disadvantage in previous years.

The Concert was opened with an introduction in Latin by the Head Boy, D. N. Watt. This caused great amusement throughout the School, even though very few could understand it.

Form I were the first to take advantage of the large stage when they presented " A Fancy Dress Ball." The guests included P.C. 49, A Pirate and a Chinese Mandarin and others. The success of this was another tribute to the organising ability of Mrs. Hilton and Miss Marshall.

The cunning o£ a tramp in removing people from the bench on which he had been sleeping was the subject of a short sketch by lib. This was noteworthy in that it held the attention of the audience even though it was performed without speech.

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Form V entertained us with a sketch entitled " Life as it isn't." Welch and Hallwood were the man and his wife at that unfortunate time when he received a bill for 25 guineas for his wife's new hat.

Mr. Wilson blended VIb into a choir and they sang " Blaydon Races " and " Keep your feet still, Geordie Hinny." The choir were dressed in true Geordie fashion and the effect was very pleasing.

11a performed with two poems in the style of Oscar Wilde. The first was " A parody on Tynemouth School " and the second " The Under-taker." The audience was very appreciative of this effort.

A great deal of historical research was undertaken by Form IV and they presented their results in two episodes designed to show how very different history is from that which we study at school. The first was " Warwick, the King Maker " in which Laidler and Carter, as the man wishing to be king and his wife, were excellent. In the second episode we were shown what really happened at the signing of Magna Carta. This was performed with great energy by Walker (King John), Gill and Douglas (two Lords)'.

Form V allowed us to hear their Jazz Band known as the Yarham-Iiallwood Rhythm Group. Yarham did sterling work at the piano and the general effect was very pleasing.

Via took full advantage of the stage when they presented " The Com-mon Room " or " You Can't Get Any Lower." This sketch was written by Turnbull W. and Partridge, and showed an intimate knowledge of Com-mon Room Life. Partridge as the Classics and Rugby Master (no relation to anyone we can think of), was excellent, and other parts were played by Watt J., Stratford, Turnbull W. and Slater.

The final item was given by the VIb Male Voice Choir. This time they were dressed as gentlemen, with top hats and adhesive moustaches. So sincere was their singing of " Drink to me Only " and the " Old Rustic Bridge " that they managed to bring tears to their eyes.

The whole programme was arranged by Mr. Reid and our thanks are due to him and all those who worked so untiringly behind the scenes.

J.F.M. SCHOOL OFFICERS

HEAD OF THE SCHOOL : D. N . Watt. PREFECTS: D. N. Watt, W. Turnbull, J. D. Watt, J. P. Partridge,

W. A. Charlton, D. W. Lilburn, G. G. Davison, W. S. Dixon. J. N. Proctor, C. F. Evans, A. S. Carriek, T. D. Harrison.

CAPTAIN OF FOOTBALL: C . F . Evans. HOUSE CAPTAINS : Whitley Bay, W. S . Dixon.

Tvnemouth, C. F. Evans. North Shields, J. P. Partridge. Monkseaton, I). N. Watt.

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TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL MAGAZINE.

SPRING TERM. SCHOOL NOTES

Speech Day was held on Saturday, February 10th, at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by the Very Rev. N. M. KennaJjy, the Provost of Newcastle Cathedral.

In the morning a service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the address was given by Rev. F. R. Iledley. An account of Speech Day proceedings is given later in the magazine.

During the course of the term an inspection was held by the Ministry of Education. During the three days the whole school was inspected.

The Sports Heats were postponed until the start of the Summer term owing to the shortness of the Spring term.

The House Cup and House Shield were won by Tynemouth. Avete

III. J. W. Carss, S. Whitfield. IIB. N. McJ. Hudson, D. M. Jenkins. Jun. N. H. Balmforth, W. D. Clouston, A. H. G. Miller. T.P.S. N. K. Gilmore, D. J. Hayton, M. A. Hudson.

Valete V. J. S. Crawshaw, M. N. Arthur. IV. M. T. Yeeles. I. W. S. Miller, J. Davis, R. D. Elliott. Jun. E. M. Foreman, A. R. Yeeles, S. K. D. Hill, S. W. Macaslan. T.P.S. E. S. Atkinson, D. F. Lawson, A. D. Lawson, D. W. Alexander,

M. Davis, G. M. Young.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. G. A. WASTLE. House Captain: T. M. HATELY.

We regret the departure of C. F. Evans who captained the 1st XV and was a tower of strength in athletics. In his place we welcome Hately from Monkseaton House.

This term after an exciting struggle with Whitley Bay House we won the Rugby Football Cup. We must all thank Mr. Wastle for the mag-nificent spread he gave us after winning it.

In the preliminaries of the School Sports Wallace won the mile by a clear margin equalling the school record.

This term Stratford, Sergeant, Hall and Hately played for the School XV. Stratford must be congratulated on inlaying for the County XV, and Hall on playing for the County Under 15. Carss, Slater D., Tait T. and Stephenson M. played for the Under 14. We also congratulate all those who gained high positions in form.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. J . M. MILLER. House Captain: W. DIXON.

We were unfortunate in not repeating our success in the Rugby Cup and could only finish third behind Tynemouth and North Shields. The 1st VII consisted of of Dixon (capt.), Proctor, Heyes, Milne, Harrison T., Studdy and Wood, and the 2nd VII of Lamb (capt.), Welch, Jeffcock, Tindale, Mitchell, Atkinson and Parritt.

This term Proctor, Studdy, Dixon and Harrison T. played for the 1st XV and Parritt, Welch, Jeffcock, and Atkinson played for the Under 14 team.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. B . S. BATES. House Captain:) W. TURNBULL.

This term we have lost D. N. Watt, our former House Captain and we welcome W. Turnbull as his successor and we congratulate him on his appointment as Head Boy. We are very sorry that Hately left us this term but congratulate him on being made a prefect and Tynemouth Housf Captain.

It was partly owing to the fact that we have lost D. N. Watt and Hately that we were not successful in the House Matches. However we were well represented on the various School teams having on the 1st XV Watt J., Turnbull W., Carrick S., and amongst others Bootle and Partridge W. were outstanding on the Under 14 team. In the House matches our junior team gave the whole school an excellent display of correct rugby tackling.

Finally we must congratulate those who have attained high form positions.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES 1 louse Master: Mr. R . FULLARTON. House Captain: J. P . PARTRIDGE.

Scholastically this term has not been a great success for we can only congratulate Scott, Hedley J. and Watson D. on their high form positions.

On the sports field, however, we have had more success. The House was represented on the 1st XV by Turnbull J. (Capt.), 'Partridge J. P., Watson J. and Smiles and on the junior teams by Dunlevy (Capt.), Craney, Checkley, Yarham and Darling.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL—SPRING TERM, 1951

Of last term's 1st XV, four outstanding members left at Christmas, Evans F., the captain, Watt D. N., the vice-captain, Davison, the scrum-half, and Turnbull I. The weather throughout the term made rugger possible on only a few occasions, and only three School matches were played. Two of these were against the powerful Hexham 1st XV. At home the School XV was decisively beaten but at Hexham Tynemouth put up a splendid fight and lost by seven points only. It was most en-couraging to hear the Hexham headmaster say that he had not seen better or more spirited tackling on that ground. 'There is certainly some very good material in the School and next year's XV should be a keen and skilful side.

B.S.B.

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1st XV CHARACTERS Evans C. F. (Colours 1949-50-51) has many splendid qualities as a

Rugby footballer, but he left it until the Morpeth match, late in the term, to show what an inspiring captain he can be.

Watt D. N. (Colours 1949-50-51). By his keenness and determination has made himself a very useful forward.

Turnbull J. H. (Colours 1950-51).. A grand player who can fill any position with distinction. Primarily a wing-forward he has served the side well as scrum-half. He has a wonderful sense of position.

Stratford W. G. (Colours 1950-51). A great acquisition to the School XV, he is a most promising fly-half. Played for the County All-Age team against the Borders. His weakness is defence and he has a tendency to hang back after giving his pass.

Proctor J. (Colours 1950-51). A very promising full-back with a fine pair of hands and an excellent sense of position.

Watt J. (Colours 1950-51). A very lively wing-forward who is very keen.

Harrison T. (Colours 1950-51). The largest, quietest and perhaps the keenest member of the XV. An exceptionally good lock and useful wing-forward.

Hall. Still under 15 but big and tough. He is a wonderful example of a keen, determined and skilful three-quarter. His tackling is deadly.

Carrick. A small and elusive centre who makes up in skill and keen-ness for his lack of weight.

Smiles. A centre who has good attacking qualities and improves with every game, but his defence is still weak.

Hateley. A strong running wing three-quarter. He is making a serious effort to improve his tackling, but he still goes high.

Davison. A scrum-half of great promise, he must learn to pass out from the scrum immediately.

Turnbull W. Formerly a lock, he has recently tried hooking. He is a keen forward.

Partridge J. A front-row forward, he is probably the most improved member of the XV.

Watson J. He has a good physique for a front-row forward, but he must try to be more aggressive.

Harrison B. A lively second-row forward who can always be found in the thick of it.

Studdy. A very much improved forward, he is exceptionally keen. Dixon. A big strong-running wing-three-quarter, who though not

being a first choice, has played in most matches.

HOUSE MATCHES, 1951

The House Competition produced some interesting and spirited games. As in previous years the matches were seven-a-side, each house providing two teams. Ten points were awarded for a win by the 1st VII and six for the 2nd VII.

The first eight matches were played on 27th February at Smith's Park and the last four on 12th March at Prior's Park. Tynemouth were favour-ites from the start, but it was only in the last and twelfth game that they

made certain of the Cup. In this game the Tynemouth l9t VII beat Whit-ley Bay who were seriously handicapped by the illness of Proctor, Mrs, Ellison very kindly presented the cup to the captain of Tynemouth, Hateley, at prayers on the following morning.

Results in order of play Whitley Bay II .. 11 Monkseaton II 5 North Shields II .. 0 Tynemouth II 25 Whitley Bay I .. 18 Monkseaton I 0 North Shields I .. 3 Tynemouth I 8 Monkseaton 11 6 Tynemouth II 3 Whitley Bay II .. 17 North Shields II .. 0 Monkseaton I 0 Tynemouth I 19 Whitley Bay I .. 0 North Shields I .. 14 Monkseaton 11 24 North Shields II .. 3 Tynemouth 11 8 Whitley Bay II .. 8 Monkseaton I 0 North Shields I .. 10 Tynemouth I 13 Whitley Bay I .. 3

Final Positions Tynemouth Whitley Bay North Shields Monkseaton

39 points. 25 points. 20 points. 12 points.

JUNIOR RUGBY—SPRING TERM, 1951 Owing to the bad weather it has been possible to play very few

practice games, and the quality of the Rugger played in matches has suffered in consequence, falling appreciably below that shown by the Bantams in their second game against Dame Allan's. The heeling from the loose scrums has often been slow and the backs have not moved smoothly in attack through indifferent giving and taking of passes. On the other hand the ardour and determination shown in all matches has been wholly admirable. The Under 14, though losing all their three matches, gave in their return games against Morpeth and South Shields their two best performances of the season, apart from the win over Morpeth last term. Indeed by reducing a 0-34 defeat at the hands of South Shields at the beginning of the season to a 0-9 defeat at the end of it they made evident the measure of their improvement. The Under 15 are to be con-gratulated on winning the Coast Schools' Shield for the second year run-ning, and this time with a team ten of whom are under 14, and of these ten three are under 13. In the first round a much heavier but not very skilful Tynemouth High School was beaten more decisively than the score of 11-8 suggests. Hall was a great inspiration to the side and his play in attack and defence was magnificent; Bootle gave a faultless display at full-back, and the whole side played as a team, responding splendidly to Hall's example. A separate account is given of the final and replay.

In conclusion it should not be forgotten that the successes of the Junior teams must to a considerable extent be due to those others who, though not yet old or skilful enough to earn a place in a team, have yet by their'efforts and keenness in practice games provided the opposition neces-sary if the standard of plav during the season is to improve.

D.S.U.

Results Under 14

Gateshead Grammar School ... L 6--31 Away Morpeth Grammar School ... ... L 0-—11 Home South Shields High School ... L 0-- 9 Away

Under 15

Ralph Gardner School T.M.H.S. Ralph Gardner School Ralph Gardner School

FINAL OF THE COAST SCHOOLS' SHIELD AND REPLAY

The first of these two games was played at Smith's Park on March 20th on a pitch so muddy that handling the ball was extremely difficult and the game was virtually a hard slogging match between the forwards. Nevertheless, Hall, running very strongly, scored within five minutes: unfortunately he badly hurt his leg in doing so, and though he continued to play and swept aside all opposition to run in for another try fairly soon afterwards, he was so lamed that in the second half he was unable to get clear away, but continued to be devastating in defence. In the second half the Ralph Gardenr's forwards, who were heavier than ours, scored twice through loose rushes.

Final score: Tynemouth School, (i; Ralph Gardner School, 6.

The replay took place the following morning in Prior's Park on a reasonably dry pitch. Hall was unable to play and so was Harrison, and their places were taken by Craney and Stephenson M. The whole side rose to the occasion superbly where many a team would have been daunted by the loss of their outstanding player and captain, and by keeping the play more open prevented their heavier opponents from wearing them down. The only score came in the first half when Welch broke away on his own from a scrum just inside their half and ran almost up to their line, eluding numerous attempts at tackles, before giving Hallwood an admirably timed pass for the latter to score. Ralph Gardner's fought fiercely in the second half but were unable to break through a resolute defence. Welch played excellently throughout apart from sending out some rather wild passes; of the other outsides, Bootle was again splendid and Dunlevy and Checkley made several good runs and the former captained the side with admirable calmness. Of the forwards, all of whom played just that little bit better than on the previous day. Darling was the best, closely followed by Crawshaw, Scott C. and Yarham, while Partridge W., who also played very well indeed, led his pack magnificently.

Final score: Tynemouth School, 3; Ralph Gardner School, Nil.

Team: Bootle, Hall (Craney), Hallwood, Wood, Dunlevy, Checkley, Welch, Harrison W. (Stephenson M.) ( Crawshaw, Darling, Tait T., Yar-ham, Partridge W., Scott C., Lamb.

... W 13—11—Away ... W 11—8 Away ... D 6— (> Away ... W 3— 0 Home

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SCHOOL MATCHES

School 1st XV v Hexham Grammar Sohool 1st XV

Played at Percy Park on Saturday, January 20th. Tynemouth were seriously weakened by the absence of J. Turnbull

and by the loss of boys like Evans, Proctor and Watt who had left. Arthur took Tumbull's place at scrum-half but he was not happy in the position and Carrick took over late in the second half. School started off in most promising fashion and playing uphill held the powerful Hexham side to 11-3, Stratford scoring a penalty goal for Tynemouth. In the second half School tired and rarely heeled the ball. Hexham, with a continuous ball supply, continued to press hard, and, aided by weak tackling in the centre, they put on a further four tries and two goals. Tynemouth in reply scored an unconverted try by Smiles.

Tynemouth School 1st XV, 1 penalty goal, 1 try, 6 points; Hexham Grammar School 1st XV, 3 goals, 1 penalty goal, 5 tries, 33 points.

School Team: Dixon, Carried Smiles, Hately, Stratford W. G., Arthur, Partridge J„ Turnbull W„ Watson, Studdy, Turnbull I., Harrison T., Milne, Watt J.

School 1 st XV v Hexham Grammar School

Played at Hexham on Saturday, February 24th. This was an excellent game in which the School team played well to

lose by the slender margin of 13-6 after having been heavily defeated by the same side at Home.

The School won the toss and played with the advantage of the slope in the first half. Smiles cut through in the centre and after a clever run, handed on to Stratford who was well tacked short of the line. However, from a loose scrum shortly afterwards Harrison T. darted over near the corner to score the first try; the kick at goal failed. The Hexham side retaliated and scored trips through Craddock and Batey; the former also dropped a goal in the second half. Towards the closing stages of the second half Stratford intercepted a pass and ran on to score, but the goal points were not added.

Tynemouth School 1st XV, 2 tries, 6 points; Hexham Grammar School 1st XV, 2 goals, 1 dropped goal, 13 points.

School Team: Proctor J., Hall, Smiles, Carrick, Hateley, Stratford W. G., Turnbull J. H., Partridge, Turnbull W., Watson, Harrison B., Studdy, Harrison T., Milne, Watt J-

SPEECH DAY

Speech Day was held at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth, on Saturday, Februarv 10th. Dr. Charlesworth welcomed the gathering of parents and friends of the School. The Headmaster referred to the new examination system and regretted that the age-limit and the pass award were still retained. In the Higher Certificate all five candidates were successful and D. N. Watt was awarded a State Scholarship which he will take up at King's College, Cambridge, after military service. In the School Certificate five boys reached matriculation standard and six passed. He congratu-lated D. R. Bradley on adding a " first " in Greek to his " first " in Latin and on his appointment to a Lectureship in Classics at Queen's University, Belfast. A number of other successes at Universities were given. The Very Reverend N. M. Kennaby then presented the prizes.

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In hia address, which was both witty and full of good advice, he stressed the need for young people to make up their minds and to have strong convictions. It., was better to be a man with strong convictions than to be a spineless jelly-fish with no will or opinion of its own. He asked his hearers to beware of sheer obstinacy as this forbids a man to think for himself and to see another's point of view.

PRIZE6 Higher Certificate and State Scholarship

D. N. Watt. Higher Certificate

J. F. Meredith, G. B. Scarth, R. M. de Souza, W. Turnbull. Matriculation

G. G. Davison, D. W. Lilburn, D. N. Reay, J. T. A. Slater, J. Watson. School Certificate

VV. S. Dixon, J. E. Fleck, G. J. Mutch, P. J. Richardson, P. G. Thompson, I. Turnbull.

Stockdale Prize for Languages D. N. Watt

FORM PRIZES V. P. R. Hilton, T. D. Harrison, P. A. Milne. IV. A. Lamb, G. R. Scott. III. D. E. W. Laidler, W. J. N. Walker. Ila. J. D. Brown, W. R. Gair. lib. G. A. M. Naughton, K. B. Dobson, W. H. Jones, A. R. Gordon. I. M. Henthorne, P. Burke. Jun. (A) B. McCoy, P. Merrick.

(B) J. P. J. Rang, G. K. Egnef

Progress Prizes I. Watson, J. Fullarton.

T.P.S. Ilia. G. D. Evans, J. Donaldson, S. M. Duncan. 111b. A. M. Hulme. TT. J. Cowen, J. A. McGillivray. I. G. M. Young, M. H. Bridges.

Progress Prizes D. J. Nesbit, K. D. Wright, B. Fraser.

SCHOOL OFFICERS H E A D B O Y : W . Turnbull. PREFECTS: W. Turnbull, J. D. Watt, J. P. Partridge, W. A. Charlton,

W. S. Dixon, J. N. Proctor, A. S. Carrick, T. D. Harrison, W. G. Stratford, T. M. Hately, P. H. Heyes.

CAPTAIN OF FOOTBALL: C . F . Evans. HOUSE CAPTAINS: Whitley Bay, W . S . Dixon.

Tynemouth, T. M. Hateley. Monkseaton, W. Turnbull. North Shields, J. P. Partridge.

SUMMER TERM.

SCHOOL NOTES The Sports were held at the beginning of the terra. The prizes were

presented by Mrs. Turnbull. After the Sports parents were entertained to tea by the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison. The full results of the Sports appear later in the magazine.

J. P. Partridge was awarded a State Scholarship in Classics on the result of his Advanced Level Certificate, and W. Turnbull a Major County Scholarship.

We welcome Mr. C. J. Kitchell to the Staff.

Avete III. P. H. Soden, D. M. S. Topps. IIB. F. B. Usher. I. C. J. Mitchell, W. N. Shepherd, N. J. Usher. Jun. R. D. Boag, H. C. A. Clarkson, P. W. Close, J. C. Martin, M. A.

Merrick, P. J. Shepherd. T.P.S. M. Anderson, K. E. Babington, K. Hunt, R. R. Brown, J. P. C.

Rolfe, R. M. Simon, P. E. Williams, R. Young.

Valete VIA. W. Turnbull, Prefect 1949-51. Head Boy 1951. Matric 1948.

H. Cert. 1950. G.C.E. 1951. Major County Scholarship. J. I). Watt, Prefect 1949-51. Matric. 1949. G.C.E. 1951. XV

1950-51. W. A. Charlton, Prefect 1950-51. Matric. 1949.

VIB. W. S. Dixon, Prefect, 1949-51. S. Cert. 1950. G:C.E. 1951. J. N. Proctor, Prefect, 1950-1. G.C.E. 1951. XV 1950-1. P. A. Milne. G.C.E. 1951. XI 1951. T. D. Harrison, Prefect 1950-1. G.C.E. 1951. XV 1950-1. G. C. Rainey. T. M. Hateley. W. B. Harper. B. Harrison. C. J. Sergeant. M. Stevenette. P. H. Heyes, Prefect 1950-1. XI.

IV. C. R. Hedley, G. W. Douglas. III. J. N. Hedley. IIA. W. H. Jones, G. A. Naughton, K. B. Dobson, S. A. Beck, G. I..

Currie, P. Scott. TIB. K. G. Nesbit. I. P. F. Gill, J. Rowland. Jun. D. S. Anderson, G. Davis, G. K. F.gner, N. J. Holgate, J. Hutchin-

son, M. W. Marton, M. C. Miller. T.P.S. R. E. Dale, J. Donaldson; P. M. Jones, J. D. T. Sainsbury, R.

M. Simon.

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TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES

House Master: Mr. G. A. WASTLE. House Captain: T. M. HATELY.

Hall won the Senior Cup, greatly helping us to win the Sports House Cup for the fourth time in succession. We must thank Mr. Wastle for the excellent tea which he gave us on winning the Cup. Hall and Wallace represented Tynemouth School at the Sports held at Ashington. Both did very well and we congratulate Hall on being chosen to represent the County in the County Championships at Southampton. In the House Matches we were beaten by Whitley Bay. On the XI we were represented by Stratford and Stevenette, and in the Under 14 by Slater, Beardall and Harper A. We extend our best wishes to all those leaving the house and wish success to those who have taken the General Certificate.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. J . M. MILLER. House Captain: W . DIXON.

This term we again won the Cricket Cup by beating Tynemouth in the first round and North Shields in the final. We thank Mr. Miller for his excellent tea. The House was not so successful in the Sports and we could only manage to finish third.

We congratulate Heyes on being appointed Captain of Cricket and a Prefect. In the 1st XI Heyes (Capt.)., Proctor (Vice-Captain), Milne, Harrison T. and Studdy represented Whitley. Milne was captain of the Under 16 team which also included Studdy, Wood and Jeffcock. We were well represented on the Under 14 by Andrews, Atkinson, Heald and Milne B.

The following are to be congratulated on gaining high form positions this term: Lamb, Atkinson, Brown J. D., Dobson, Henthorne, Evans G. D., and Duncan.

Lastly we extend ouj best wishes to all those members who are leaving this term and we wish success to those who have taken the General Certifi-cate.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES

House Master: Mr. B . S. BATES. House Captain: W. TURNBULL.

It is with regret that we have to announce that Mr. Bates is leaving us at the end of this term. Mr. Bates has been our House Master for many years and has done much to increase the great reputation of Monkseaton House. He is moving South to take up a new appointment and we wish him every success and happiness for the future.

The House Matches are best shrouded in oblivion as our House has at the moment no talented cricketers. However we did bur best led ably by Hallwood. Though Hallwood was our only representative on the 1st XI we have been well represented on the " under 14" team and we hope that these young players will enable us to win back the Cricket Cup in future years. Soden has been outstanding as a bowler on the " under 14 " team and Soulsby and Bootle also played frequently.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr- R- FULI.ARTON. House Captain: J . P . PARTRIDGE.

We have had greater success this term in high form positions for we can congratulate Scott, Nelson, Donn, Spence, Hedley J., and Corner for coming near the top of their respective forms.

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The House has been quite well represented on the 1st XI by Scott G., Craney, Turnbull J. and occasionally by Smiles while on the " under 14'' it has been represented by Dunlevy (capt.).

In the House Matches this term we decisively beat Monkseaton bu. failed against a strong Whitley Bay side in the final. This is the second time we have been in the final in two years—so third time lucky!

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS

After two postponements owing to bad weather the annual Sports were held at Preston Avenue. Mrs. Turnbull presented the prizes. Results Long Jump (over 14):—1, Hall; 2, Watt; 3, Anderson Long Jump (11-14):-—1, Parritt; 2, Soden; 3, Dunlevy. Long Jump (under 11):—1, Jones; 2, Parr; 3, Jackson M. Cricket Ball:—1, Hall; 2, Heyes; 3, Stevenette. High Jump (11-14):—1, equal Soden, Hedley J.; 3, Dunlevy. High Jump (under 11):—1, Jones; 2, Jackson M.; 3, Harrison J. S. One Mile (open):—1, Wallace; 2, Studdy; 3, Smiles. Quarter Mile (open):—1, Hall; 2, Watt; 3, Anderson. 75 yds. (11-14):—1, Carter; 2, Dunlevy; 3, Parritt. 75 yds. (under 11):—1, Jones; 2, Jackson M.; 3, Jarvis. 75 yds. (Jun. under 6J):-—1, Anderson D.; 2, Bower; 3, Green. 75 yds. (Jun. over 6J):—1, Balmforth; 2, Askew; 3, Rang J. 100 yds. (over 14):—1, Hall; 2, Carrick; 3, Hately. 75 yds. (T.P.S. upper):—1, Davison; 2, Jones P.; 3, Sainsbury. 75 yds. (T.P.S. middle):—1, Orme; 2, Hayton; 3, Bridges. 75 yds. (T.P.S. lower):—1, Lambert; 2, McGillivray J.; 3, Brown. 220 yds. (under 10):—1, Lewis; 2, Gill P.; 3, Nesbit D. 220 yds. (10-11):—1, Jones; 2, Williams; 3, Jackson M. High Jump (over 14):—1, Hall; 2, Hately; 3, Dixon. 220 yds. (13-14):—1, Dunlevy; 2, Parritt; 3, Pope R. 220 yds. (12-13):—1, Carter; 2, Sanderson; 3, Beardali. 220 yds. (11-12).:—1, Oliver J. D.; 2, Naughton; 3, Oliver J. B. Half-mile (senior):—1, Wallace; 2, Studdy; 3, Smiles. Half-mile (junior):—1, Parritt; 2, Sanderson; 3, Jones. 220 yds. (14-15):—1, Hall; 2, Lamb; 3, Checkley. 220 yds. (15-16):—1, Carrick; 2, Hately; 3, Gill D. 220 yds. (over 16):—1, Watt; 2, Anderson; 3, Proctor. School Handicap (under 12):—1, Duncan; 2, Lewis; 3, Evans. House Relay:—1, Tynemouth. School Handicap (over 12):—1, Checkley; 2, Thompson D.; 3, Welch. Old Boys' Race:—1, Naughton. Parents' Race:—Mr. Carter. Champion of Sports:—Hall. Middle Cup:—Parritt.

Junior Cup:—Jones. *

CRICKET NOTES, 1951 The XI have not Had a very successful season as far as winning matches

was concerned. The main trouble was in the batting, Milne being the only one who could be relied on to make runs. His batting improved steadily during the season. The other older members of the team were very uncertain and had little idea of keeping up an end when the occasion warranted it. Our bowling also was not up to a good standard. Stevenette, quite a fast left-arm bowler, did well at times without having much luck but Turnbull was not as effective as during the last season. Heyes, the Captain, handed over the wicket-keeping to Hallwood and bowled very

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well at times. The side fiielded well. The Under 16 game against the R.G.S. was a good performance. In reply to the R.G.S. score of 119 for 7 declared Milne and Craney put on 58 for the first wicket when Crancy was run out. Milne went on to make a good 46 and was caught when hitting out. Scott and Gill were still together when stumps were drawn, the score being 83 for 2.

FIRST ELEVEN CHARACTERS P. H. Heyes. As Captain he did not have an easy task ow-ing to the

very limited talent at his disposal. He handled the bowling well and bowled well himself. His batting did not come up to expectations owing to his tendency to hit out too early in the innings.

J.M.M. P. A, Milne. A very good opening batsman who played some excellent

innings. A very good fielder at point. Proctor, J. N. An improved fielder but his batting did not come up to

expectations. Turnbull, J. H. A good bowler and a safe fielder. As a batsman he

has an excellent eye and played some excellent innings when he curbed his natural tendency to hit out.

Harrison, T. As an opening batsman he had little luck. He does not watch the ball carefully enough. His fielding was far from good.

Stevenette, M. A good fast bowler but his batting was apt to be too defensive. His fielding could be improved.

Stratford, W. G. An excellent fielder but never gained enough confi-dence to show his batting qualities to the best advantage.

Scott, G. R. A very promising batsman and bowler. He played some good innings and fielded well.

Craney, E. H, A promising young batsman and bowler. He fielded very well.

Studdy, M. J. H. An excellent fielder with some promise as a bowler. Hallwood, D. I. A young wicket-keeper who has done well in his first

season in the XI. He hits the ball hard but had few chances to show his batting qualities.

Results

V. Royal Grammar School (2nd) .. Lost by 2 wickets. v. Hexham Grammar School .. Lost by 142 runs. v. Whitley Bay Grammar School ... .. Lost by 4 wickets. v. Hexham Grammar School .. Lost by 9 wickets. V. Morpeth Grammar School ... .. Lost by 9 wickets. V. Staff XI .. Lost by 53 runs. V. Parents .. Won by 5 wickets. V. Old Boys C.C .. Lost by 6 wickets. V. South Shields Grammar School ... .. Lost by 9 wickets. -V. Royal Grammar School (under 16). ... Drawn

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House Matches

1st round—North Shields beat Monkseaton. Whitley Bay beat Tynemouth. Final—Whitley Bay beat North Shields by 16 runs.

JUNIOR CRICKET

The Junior XI have played ten matches this term, winning two and losing six with two matches drawn. Several very young boys have been included in the side and have shown considerable promise. In the early matches unnecessary runs were given away through weak fielding, and the inability of the batsmen to hit balls off the wicket resulted in a slow rate of scoring; but during the term there was a good deal of improvement in all branches of the game.

The first match was played at Morpeth, and in spite of a fine innings of 27 not out by Slater we were unable to reach the opponents' total of 85 in the time available. In the return match Morpeth were dismissed for 50, Jeffcock taking 5 wickets for 12 and Soden 4 for 19; and this total was passed for the loss of eight wickets.

Perhaps the finest performance was that of Jeffcock in taking 6 wickets for 11 runs against Whitley Bay. Good fielding and accurate bowling helped; to dismiss Whitley Bay for 47; and in spite of losing two early wickets Tynemouth scored 70 for 5 in reply with sound batting by Dunlevy, Atkinson and Beardall.

The matches against the Royal Grammar School and Ascham House showed that most of the batsmen were unable to deal with spin bowling and that our own slow bowlers must concentrate on bowling a good length.

The team has been excellently captained by Dunlevy who has developed into a stylish batsman and an agile wicket-keeper. The main burden of the bowling has been borne by Jeffcock who maintained his speed and aggression admirably during long spells of bowling. Soden and Beardall have both bowled well at times but must concentrate more on accuracy.

The team thoroughly enjoyed their cricket during the term and might have had greater success if they had had more confidence in their own ability.

Batting Innings Not Out Runs Highest Score Average

Jeffcock 9 3 49 18 n.o. 8.16 Dunlevy 10 77 21 7.7 Slater 10 I 65 27 n.o. 7.22 Bootle ... 5 2 20 8 n.o. 6.66 Jones 8 4 28 7 n.o. 7.0 Beardall 10 1 54 18 6.0 Atkinson 9 — 49 18 5.44 Soden 9 — 44 18 4.9

Bowling Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Averag

Soden 43 8 139 16 8.69 Beardall 36 12 105 10 10.5 Jeffcock 88 26 216 18 12.0

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Results

V . Morpeth G.S . A Drawn, M'peth 85/4, T'mouth 52/6 V. Morpeth G.S H Won, Morpeth 50, Tynemouth 51/8 V. Whitley Bay G.S. A Lost, W. Bay 68, Tynemouth 42 V. Royal Grammar School .. H Lost, R.G.S. 64/3, Tynemouth 52 V. South Shields H Lost S. Sh'lds 53/2, Tynemouth 58 V. Hexham A Drawn, H'ham 95/3, T'mouth 97/7 V. Ascham House H Lost, Ascham H. 66, T'mouth 53 V. Whitley Bay H Won, W. Bay 47, Tynemouth 53 V. Royal Grammar School .. H Lost, R.G.S. 56/2, Tynemouth 52 V. Ascham House . A Lost, Ascham H. 117/7, T'mouth 51

THE CLASSICAL ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL VISIT TO THE ROMAN WALL

On Saturday, June 2nd, the classical section of VIA visited Chesters and Bewcastle under the auspices of the Classical Association. Two buses left Newcastle at 9.30 a.m. and arrived at Chesters about an hour later.

Mr. Gilham proceeded to explain to us the significance of the various remains. This camp measures 542 by 434 feet over its ramparts and contains an area of 5J acres. It was occupied by the second " ala " of Asturians which was 500 strong. It is constructed in the usual rectangular manner with rounded corners. We toured these ramparts stopping at each portal to consider it more minutely. These portals, flanked by guard chambers are twelve feet apart and are closed by double doors turning on iron pivots in the socket stones still to be seen at either side. Having concluded the tour of the defences we went to the large railed enclosure where the headquarters building (principia) lay.

In the courtyard we examined the bases of the columns which sur-rounded it and then turned our attention to the well and phallus — a device used by the Romans to avert the evil eye. In the hall of this building there is a " tribunal " from which the commanding-officer administered justice. In the central chamber there is a sacellum or shrine in which the standards were kept and near it in an underground chamber the soldiers' pay was stored.

After a brief survey of the barrack block we left the camp itself and walked towards the river until we came to the ruins of the camp bath-house. We entered by the main door, the " apodyterium " or dressing room which at one time was probably ornate. On leaving this, the bather had two alternatives. He could enter the frigidarium, then proceed to the tepidarium, the unctorium, where he was scraped with a stigil and to the calidarium, the very hot room. He returned by the same route gradually cooling off. On the other hand, after leaving the "apodyterium" lie could enter two smaller rooms to the westward and there enjoy the fiercer pleasures of the " sudatorium." This suite of rooms was heated by a charcoal fire which gave off a dry heat. Charcoal was used to obtain a higher temperature so hot, in fact, that the rooms were sometimes called the laconicum—referring to 1he proverbial hardihood of the Spartans.

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In building a bath-house, the Romans were faced with some difficult problems. In order to keep in the heat an insulated barrel-vaulted ceiling had to be constructed—no mean task for Roman engineering. Also wood could not be used in the building because it would warp, consequently stone door posts were employed.

After having a picnic lunch here, the party set off on a long bus ride to Bewcastle. There Dr. Richmond—who had given us the talk on the bath-house—described roughly the Roman fort. It was however rather difficult to visualise since all the remains had been filled in. The main interest at Bewcastle is its famous Saxon Cross generally believed to have been erected to the memory of King Alfred. Its beautiful scroll work and vine device remains clear and intact to this day and it is a matter of argument whether it would disintegrate in the warmer temperature of a museum.

Now considerably behind time, the party left for tea at Talkin Tarn —a delightful lake near Brampton.

Throughout the whole day we were blessed with blazing sunshine, so much so that most of the members of the party had to shed some of their outer skin. With the sun still shining we returned to Newcastle after having spent an instructive and agreeable day examining Roman remains.

J.D.P.

SCHOOL OFFICERS

H E A D B O Y : W . Turnbull. PREFECTS: W. Turnbull, J. D. Watt, J. P . Partridge, W. S. Dixon,

W. A. Charlton, W. G. Stratford, J. N. Proctor, T. D. Harrison, A. S. Carrick, T. M. Hately, P. H. Heyes.

CAPTAIN OF CRICKET: P. H. Heyes. HOUSE CAPTAINS: Whitley Bay, W. S . Dixon.

Tynemouth, T. M. Hately. Monkseaton, W. Turnbull. North Shields, J. P. Partridge.

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AUTUMN TERM. SCHOOL NOTES

A. S. Carrick was appointed Head Boy and we were pleased to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Carrick at the ceremony of installation.

The following were appointed School Prefects this term: J. T. A. Slater, D. J. Lavelle, A. Lamb, R. B. Wallace, M. J. H. Studdy, J. H. Turnbull.

At the end of last term we said good-bye with great regret to Mr. B. S. Bates who joined the Staff in 1933. He has joined the Staff at Shaftesbury School in Dorset. We have to thank him for his devoted and unstinted service to the School both as a teacher and as master in charge of Rugger. For many years he was House Master of Monkseaton House. Our best wishes go with him in his new sphere of activity.

This term we welcome to the Staff Mr. G. W. C. Yatees and Mr. E. C. W. Chapman.

Mr. Yates, B.Sc., M.Sc., London, takes over the advanced Physics and Mathematics, and Mr. Chapman, M.A., Oxford, succeeds Mr. Bates as the Classical master. We wish them both a happy and successful time here.

J. P. Partridge was awarded a State Scholarship in Classics and W. Turnbull and J. D. Watt were awarded Major County Scholarships.

Avete

IV. M. F. Mangenie, D. S. McLellan, D. Robson. III. I. R. Christison, P. H. Howarth, A. G. Potts, P. G. Harris. Ila. J. L. Godfrey, J. F. Mangenie. lib. J. P. H. Bush, G. A. Goble, D. E. P. Jackson. 1. G. Morton, J. M. Pollard, M. C. E. Wakefield-Brand, J. N.

Wardale, G. W. Conway, R. L. Anderson, K. T. Heald. Jun. C. J. Dixon, A. R. Gair, B. Lowrie, S. B. Lax, K. O. Pugh,

G. M. Vickery, C. A. Gray, J. Phillips, J. Simons, A. J. W. Jackson.

T.P.S. A. Bewick, J. Burnside, W. H. Dennison, S. Edes, J. T. Gilmore, P. Gregory, S. T. C. Hood, P. A. Jewitt, M. J. A. Morrison, D. E. O'Connor, J. Taylor, R. Somerville, D. J. Hay ton.

Valete

Via. J. P. Partridge, Prefect 1950-1. XV 1951. Matric. 1949. G.C.E. 1951. State Scholarship 1951

Vlb. J. R. Brown. L D. Smiles. G. N. Walker. J. A. Ryan.

IV. C. L. Johnson, lib. F. B. Usher. 1. N. J. Usher, N. W. G. Corbitt. Jun. P. D. Nicholson.

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NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master: MR- R - FULLARTON. House Captain: J . P . PARTRIDGE.

This term our lack of learning has been made up for by our Rugger successes. Scott G. R., Dunlevy, Walker A., Tocher and Watson I. are to be congratulated on their high positions in form. We most heartily congratulate Partridge on his award of a State Scholarship in Classics.

We have been strongly represented on the XV by Turnbull W. and Partridge J. (colours) and by Watson, Brown, Smiles, Yarham, Checkley and once by Dunlevy. Unfortunately three of these are leaving this term and the House team will be much weakened next term.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. D. S. UNSWORTH. House Captain: A. S. CARRICK.

We were sorry to lose our House Master, Mr. B. S. Bates, who has been in charge for many years. We wish him all happiness in his new post. He has been succeeded by Mr. Unsworth.

This term A. S. Carrick has been appointed House Captain in the place of W. Turnbull, and has also succeeded him as Head Boy.

We congratulate Turnbull on gaining a County Major Scholarship and Watt on passing the Advanced Level of the G.C.E. and Carrick, Anderson J., Walker G. and Lavelle on their success in the Ordinary Level of the G.C.E.

Laidler, Gair, Burke and Hulme were top of their forms and Hardie, Partridge W., Walker W., Nesbit and Goldstone gained high positions. Carrick, Anderson J., Walker G., Harrison W. and Scott have played for the XV and Laidler, Walker W., Carter, Bootle, Donaldson, Soden, Stephens and Christison have played for the Junior team.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. G . A. WASTLE. House Captain: W . G. STRATFORD.

We welcome W. G. Stratford as House Captain in place of T. Hately. For school work we congratulate Hilton, Mangenie M., Fairbairn, Purdue, Sowerbv, Watson, Mitchell and Merrick on gaining high places in their respective forms.

The House has done well in games, Stratford having played for the County and Hall having been given his colours. Stratford, Hall and Wallace have all played for the XV and Slater D., McLellan and Beardall have played regularly for the Junior XV.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. J. M. MILLER. House Captain: A. LAMB.

We regret the loss of Dixon as House Captain. Having obtained his Certificate he is now studying law.

We congratulate Milne, Harrison T., and Proctor on obtaining their Certificates and Tindale, Parritt, Brown J. D., Sheales, Mason, Gordon, Henthorne, Jackson D., Goldstone, Evans G., and Lewis on attaining high positions in their forms.

We have been represented on the XV by Studdy, Wood and Welch and on the Under 15 by Manning.

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OLD BOYS' NEWS Cambridge

J. C. Barclay (1933-44). Hons. LL.B. Durham

B. E. Blunt (1940-47). Hons, in Classics. J. S. Morton (1933-42) B.Sc. Engineering. P. S. Ross (1936-42). Hons. LL.B. R. Burn (1939-45). B.D.S., Medal for Oral Pathology. A. N. Hunter (1940-46). B.A., Modern Languages. P. Cadogan (1929-37). History Prize. J. F. Meredith (1939-50). State Scholarship in Science. University

Scholarship. A., f. McAughtry (1941-47). 3rd year B.D.S. A. JR. Proctor (1940-45). Part finals B.D.S.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORT, 1951

Once again it is my privilege to write an account of the activities of the Association during the year.

I am pleased to report, that the Association's activities were better supported this year with the exception of the Golf. Outing and. the Com-mittee hope that further increased support will be given in the future.

The Annual Dance, held as usual at the Rex Hotel, was attended by 173 people all of whom ha.d a very enjoyable evening.

This year the Golf Outing was held at Embleton Golf Course and was attended by only 12 people. The competition was won by Mr. S. M. Rodgers. The afternoon game had to be abandoned owing to the weather but the prize was given to Mr. A. I. McAughtry, the runner-up for the Trophy.

The Annual Dinner was held at the Park Hotel and was attended by 55 members. After the dinner the Crofton Cup for the Golf Competition was presented to the winner.

Praise is due to the Cricket Club for its continued success during the season.

During the year an attempt was made to form a Masonic Lodge but this had to be abandoned owing to lack of support.

The Membership now stands at 393 but the Committee are certain that this number could be increased if all Old Boys would join the Association.

I look forward to the coming year with confidence and trust that the Association will receive continued support from its members.

J. H. DYE, Hon. Secretary.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' CRICKET CLUB

This is the third report I have had the pleasure of presenting and once again I can report continued progress and success.

The record of the matches is that out of 20 played 9 were won, 3 were drawn, 8 were lost and 4 abandoned. I would like to say that the opposition is getting stronger each season and Mr. Shaw, our captain, is to be congratulated on leading the team with such success. The membership of the Club totalled 32 made up of 9 Vice-presidents, 9 Patrons and 14 Ordinary Members.

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The Club was again privileged to use Smiths Park for Saturday cricket and in addition enjoyed the use of practice nets one evening each week. For the catering arrangements we are again indebted to the ladies of the Club. The gratitude of the Club for their loyal support and assistance is once again acknowledged.

Unfortunately it was not possible to repeat the tour which was so much enjoyed in the previous season as difficulty was experienced in arrang-ing matches with two adjacent clubs in the country during a week-end.

New fixtures were played against Longhurst Hall and Gateshead Fell Reserves and our association with Belsay was renewed but as the August Bank Holiday was very wet not a ball was bowled.

Many of our stalwarts were unable to play this season, some being away in the forces and others temporarily unable to turn out. We hope that these members will be with us next season together with any other Old Roys who are interested in the game.

The Club Annual Dinner was held at the Park Hotel in November. The batting trophy, won by G. Scarth, and the bowling trophy, won by A. J. Milne could not be presented as usual as the former was recovering from a motor accident and the latter was away from home.

We look forward tothe coming season with enthusiasm and hope that we will continue along the road of success.

R.L.E.

TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL

The Junior School at Monkseaton has had a smooth-running year during 1951. Mrs. Lawson, who has been in charge of Form 1 for the past two years, resigned at the Autumn Half Term. Her place has been filled by Mrs. Ranson and we hope she will be happy with us.

On January 31st the District Organiser for Dr. Barnardo's Homes paid us a visit and gave a film show. As a result nineteen new members were enrolled for the Helpers' League.

On February 8th Form III paid a visit to the Colonial Exhibition held in the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle. The children showed great interest in all they saw and were particularly pleased at being able to despatch a cable (actually seeing it transmitted by teleprinter) to a former member of the school now in Hong Kong, and from whom a reply was received three days later.

Immediately following the Inspection which we shared with the Senior School we held an Open Day of a new type. Parents were invited to school on two consecutive mornings to see the normal routine in progress. Specimens of work were on show and parents were encouraged to ask questions of the staff and children. Great interest was shown in modern teaching methods.

The most interesting event of the Summer Term was the Form III outing to Warkworth. A party of thirty left Monkseaton at 10.30 a.m. by a special bus. The day was fine and we had a picnic lunch in the grounds of the Castle after which a very obliging guide explained all the points of interest, responding to the children's enthusiasm by opening for our inspection, dungeons not usually shown to the public. The most exciting part of the outing was when we were rowed up the Coquet and landed on the north bank to visit the famous Hermitage, hewn out of the rock in the 14th century by Sir Bertram of Bothal, the Knight who turned hermit. After tea in Sun Hotel we returned to Monkseaton about 7 p.m.

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A collection in pennies for the Church of England Children's Society resulted in a cheque for 1 guineas being handed over, and after the Harvest Festival, again conducted by the Rev. R. Macey, Vicar of St. Philip's, Newcastle, the fruit was sent to St. Aidan's Home, Tynemouth, one of the Society's Homes.

On December 12th the Barnardo Organiser again gave us a film show. This was of particular interest as the colour film showed life in the local Homes, including the one at Cullercoats. A Box Opening and Christmas Tree Collection realised £10/16/9. Toys and clothing were also sent to the Gosforth and Cullercoats Homes.

On the last afternoon of the term the Christmas Party was held in the Royal Hotel. Mr. and Mrs. Ellison were our guests, and with the children, enjoyed the Punch and Judy Show which ended the party.

Prizewinners for the year ending July 1951 were as follows:— Form I. R. Spoors. Form II. M. Bridges. Form IHb. J. Co wen. Form Ilia. Phyllis Jones, A. Hulme. Progress Prizes:

Form I. Stephanie Atkinson. Form II. Jane Horton. Form III. R. Lewis.

H.G.G. SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL

Senior Rugby Football in the School this term has been very disappoint-ing for of the 1st XV and Under 16 matches played only 1 has been won and 6 lost. When we won the first match there seemed every prospect that the XV would develop into a good side for the outsides had speed and skill and Watson had become a very good hooker. But the forwards remained slow and with the exception of Yarham lacking in aggressive spirit in the loose and the weakness in tackling and hesitancy in falling on the ball in defence of the team as a whole was unworthy of a school XV. Furthermore owing to a succession of injuries in no match were we able to play at full strength; the forwards were outweighted so that Turnbull and Stratford, both potential match winners, saw little of the ball. To end on a more cheerful note we congratulate Welch on being chosen to play for the County Under 15 against Cumberland, Durham and Cleveland. School 1st XV v. Dame Allan's 2nd XV

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, September 29th) Dame Allan's had the heavier pack but the Tynemouth forwards showed

more cohesion, and with Watson hooking well, the School outsides had more of the ball. The only score in the first half followed a quick heel for Stratford to cut through on his own and score wide out. In the second half the forwards took the ball over Dame Allan's line and Turnbull cleverly took the ball from their full-back and scored. Soon after Turnbull had to leave the field and during his absence Dame Allan's scrum-half slipped over from a scrum near the line The last try was scored by Hall whose tackling throughout the game had been splendid. His enterprise in joining in the threequarter line was justly rewarded.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, 3 tries, 9 points; Dame Allan's, 1 try, 3 points.

Team: Hall; Wallace, Smiles, Carrick, Checkley; W. G. Stratford, J. H. Turnbull; Brown, Watson, Walker G., Studdy, Tai't, Scott C , Partridge, J., Yarham.

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School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Whitley Bay on Saturday, October Gth)

The School forwards were again outweighted but were livelier in the loose than Whitley Bay. Tyneniouth scored first when Carrick cut through for Stratford to score between the posts. Near half-time a Whitley Bay wing brushed aside a number of feeble attempts to tackle and scored wide out. In the second half the School forwards showed less fire and were slow in covering in defence. As the result of this and the weakness of the threequarters in defence the strong and skilful Whitley Bay scrum-half was allowed to initiate a number of passing movements which resulted in three tries.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 5 points; Whitley Bay Grammar School, 1 penalty goal, 4 tries, 15 points.

Team: Hall; Wallace, Smiles, Carrick, Checkley; W. G. Stratford, J. H. Turnbull; Brown, Watson, Walker, Tait, Scott C., Yarham, Part-ridge J., Wood.

1st XV v. Whitley Bay Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 13th)

The School did most of the attacking in the early stages and once Checkley just failed to score from an opening by Stratford. The superior weight of the Whitley Bay forwards began to tell and in the second half the School threequarters saw little of the ball. Twice tries Were thrown away by the School forwaids by failure to control the ball at the last minute. Whitley Bay scored four tries which could have been prevented by determined tackling. Carrick scored near the end after a forward's dribble. Harrison W., playing his first game for the XV was most promis-ing and set a fine example by his fearlessness in going down to the ball and by his tackling.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points; Whitley Bay Grammai School, 1 goal, 3 tries, 14 points.

Team: Harrison W.; Hall, Smiles, Carrick, Checkley; W. G. Stratford, J. H. Turnbull; Brown, Watson, Walker, Studdv, Anderson, Scott C., Partridge J., Wallace.

ist XV v Gateshead G.S. 1st XV (Played at Gateshead on Saturday, October 27th)

The School had to field a very much weakened side owing to injuries and were overwhelmed by a team which was well together and handled the ball with precision. In spite of the large score there were a number of encouraging features. All three boys from the under 14 acquitted them selves well and in defence Darling was clearly the best of the School for-wards. Wallace tackled well and Partridge had a much better grip of his forwards than in previous matches.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, nil; Gateshead G.S. 6 goals, 3 penalty goals, 5 tries, 54 points.

Team' W. G. Stratford; Wallace, Checkley, Yarham, Dunlevy; Smiles, J. H. Turnbull; Brown, Watson, Walker, Darling, Soden, Partridge J., Scott C., Anderson.

1 st XV v. Dame Allan's 2nd XV (Played at McCracken Park on Saturday, November 10th)

School were not at full strength and should have repeated their win of the first match of the season for Dame Allan's were not fast or skilful. But from the start the School forwards allowed their opponents to dominate

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play. They were constantly allowed to gain ground by the reluctance of the Tynemouth side to fall on the ball. On the two occasions when the School came near to scoring after good runs by Stratford and Smiles the initiative was lost by the needless giving away of a penalty. Hall's tack-ling was excellent and Stratford was menacing when he had the ball.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, nil; Dame Allan's, 1 goal, 4 tries, 17 points.

Team: Wallace; Hall, Wood, Smiles, Checkley; W. G. Stratford, J. H. Turnbull; Brown, Watson, Walker, Anderson, Studdy, Partridge J., Scott C., Yarham.

1st XV v R.G.S. 2nd XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, November 17th)

Once again the School were outweighted forward. R.G.S. did most of the attacking and scored four tries in each half. But for the tackling of Hall, who frequently came across the field in defence, the score would have been bigger. Wallace tackled well and was less hesitant in falling on the ball. The whole team played with more resolution than in the previous match and had they been at full strength the sCore would have been smaller.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, nil; R.G.S., 3 goals, 1 penalty goal, 5 tries, 33 points.

Team: Wallace; Hall, Hallwood, Smiles, Wood; W. G. Stratford, J. H. Turnbull; Walker, Watson, Brown, Anderson, Tait, Partridge J., Scott C., Yarham.

" Under 16 " v. Royal Grammar School " Under 16 " (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, December 1st)

Royal Grammar School were a much stronger and experienced side and playing with the wind kept the School pinned close to their " 25 " for most of the first half. Hallwood had to leave the field soon after the game began and the midfield defence became very weak. R.G.S. scored five tries in each half. Dunlevy, Hall and Checkley all played well in attack but Hall's tackling was not as sure as usual. Of the forwards 'Yarham was excellent in attack; Partridge was very good and Darling and Soden worked hard and were splendid in defence.

Final Score: Tynemouth School, nil; Royal Grammar School, 3 goals, 7 tries, 36 points.

Team: Harrison W.; Wood, Dunlevy, G. Hall, Craney; Checkley, Hail-wood; Hardie, Yarham, Darling, Lamb, Soden, Partridge W., Scott C., Jeffcock.

JUNIOR RUGBY

The Junior team's record of five wins and three defeats is satisfactory considering that they lost two games by a margin of only three points and that they scored 87 points to their opponents' 24.

The outstanding games were those against Morpeth and R.G.S. in which the team showed a fine aggressive spirit and was unlucky not to draw on both occasions.

All members of the team have shown great keenness and have combined well; but special credit must be given to Dunlevy for the fine example he has set as captain, to Darling for his inspired leadership of the forwards, to Bootle for his performances at full-back, to Donaldson for his sound tackling, and to Topps and Soden for constant hard work in the pack.

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There has been a great impioveraent in falling on the ball and marking. An effort must be made to exploit the speed of the wing threequarters by quicker service from the scrum and accurate well-timed passes.

Results Under 131/2

v. Ascham House v. Ascham House

Under 14 v. Whitley Bay Grammar School v. Whitley Bay Grammar School v. Morpeth ... v. South Shields Grammar School v. Royal Grammar School

Bantams v. Dame Allan's ...

SWITZ Twenty-one excited schoolboys left Newcastle-on-Tyne Central Station

on Auugst 22nd for a twelve day holiday in Switzerland. After a night in London and a long tiring journey next day and night we reached Basle in time for breakfast. From then on most of us were too excited to settle down as we came nearer and nearer to Interlaken, our headquarters. Each turn in the railway track seemed to bring a more beautiful scene, snow covered mountains each higher than the last, green plains dotted with delightful chalets, or blue lakes. Only one member of the party seemed unmoved—he contented himself by saying that the scenery made him appreciate Scotland.

We were met at Interlaken Station and escorted to " Pilgerruhe " where we were to stay and before long we were all very comfortably settled in. For the next ten days our comfort appeared to be the chief considera-tion of the hotel staff. Meals were excellent, second helpings always; sometimes third and even fourth ones were urged upon us. What a change to see apparently unlimited meat, butter and fresh cream. And in addi-tion comfortable rooms, ties and trousers pressed, what more could we expect? Fine weather perhaps—and we had that too.

In the days that followed we explored Interlaken and the surrounding villages thoroughly. By funicular railway we went to the summit of the Harder Kulm to obtain excellent views of the town and of the three snow-clad mountains in the distance, Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. By rack-railway we reached the Schynige Platte on a half-day excursion for a closer view of the mountains.

Numerous shorter outing included a visit to the Heimwehfluh Model Topographical Railway where the working of the Swiss Railway system was explained in detail.

Three full-day excursions were arranged for us. On the first of these we went by steamer, train and tram to the Aare Gorge, a relic of the Ice Age. On the return journey we saw, and heard the Reichenbach Falls and also spent a short time in Meiringen. Our second long excursion was by motor coach, the latest luxury model. The driver was so proud of

Away 8— 3 Won Away 9— 0 Won

Home 18— 0 Won Away 23— 0 Won Away 0— 3 Lost Away 0— 12 Lost Away 3— 6 Lost

Away 26— 0 Won P.A.R

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it that at every halt he went round dusting the crumbs off the seats. We went first to Kanderstag, and then by chair-lift, an exciting, almost unnerv-ing experience this, to Oeschinensce Lake where we had a picnic lunch. Then back by coach to the Blue Lake and it really was bright blue. After a row on the lake, and several unsuccessful attempts by Mitchell to catch trout, we inspected the Trout Nurseries from where young trout are sent all over Switzerland to replenish stocks in the lakes. The next call was at Thun where some members of the party joined in a game of Soccer, then down the side of Thunersee back to Interlaken. The last lull-day excur-sion was by train to Berne. After a morning's sightseeing which included glimpses of the Cathedral, Town Hall, Federal Building, Open-Air Bear Pit and the Clock Tower we were free to tour the shops and get rid of our last remaining francs.

Fifteen of the party went on the Jungfrau excursion. After journeys on three ditfrent types of mountain railway we eventually arrived at Jung-fraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. After adjusting sun-glasses we visited in turn, the Polar Dogs, the Weather Station, the Ice Palace where all the year round skating is possible 65 feet below the surface and where chairs, pianos, beer barrels and so forth are carved from solid blocks of ice, and finally the Plateau where haze unfortunately obscured the view. On the return journey to Interlaken we had brief halts at Kleine Schneidegg and Grindelwald.

All too soon the holiday came to an end; last visits were paid to the " Pattisserie " and souvenirs were packed away in suitcases. Musical novelties seemed popular—we wonder if Turnbull's still works.

As we look back on what must be for many an unforgettable trip we remember the happy mealtimes when we talked over the day's experiences and persuaded Hadaway to pass round his collection of photographs; the looks of dismay when it was discovered that Dunlevy had lost his haver-sack containing five packed lunches on the Junfrau expedition—the haver-sack was later recovered but the food had gone; the hotel maid who caressed most heads in turn and called Welch her " bambino " ; the singing of the Blaydon Races with Tait and Hedley as soloists on all our outings; the look of alarm on Laidler's face when an Italian tourist asked him to explain one line of " She'll be coming round the mountain " ; and Yarham announcing to the whole steamer on the return journey that Newcastle United had defeated Tottenham Hotspur.

The turn-out and behaviour of the whole party were excellent, a credit to the School and an example to other schools travelling with us. The hotel proprietors and guests all commented favourably on the way in which the boys behaved both at table and in the bedrooms at night when no undue noise disturbed the rest of others. To be in charge of such a party was a pleasure instead of the burden it might have been.

R.F.

" THE FRIDAY CLUB "

Early in the term the Annual General Meeting was held to elect a Committee and W. G. Stratford was elected Secretary.

At the first meeting Studdy gave a varied programme of " modern music " and illustrated it with works of contemporary artists. The follow-ing week a party visited the Theatre Royal to see Sir Lawrence Olivier's presentation of Othello. The evening will be remembered for the fiine acting by Orson Wells.

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A week later the Theatre Royal was again visited to see Noel Coward's " Relative Values," which although enjoyable, came as something of an anti-climax after the previous week's Shakespearian play.

At the next meeting the time was spent in reading " Winter's Tale." Miss Gray was the visitor at the next meeting and she spoke of her experiences in Australia and New Zealand from the point of view of a teacher on tour. Her talk was illustrated by maps and various exhibits which she had collected.

A General Knowledge Quiz next proved a great success. We wonder why so many of the Committee and of the Senior boys were unable to attend.

At the last meeting Dr. Stephenson gave a lecture in the Laboratory on " Fused Silica, the Handmaid of Industry." He illustrated his lecture with experiments and succeeded in holding the interest and attention of those scientifically inclined as well as those whose inclinations lie elsewhere.

W.G.S.

SCHOOL OFFICERS

H E A D B O Y : A. S . Carrick. PREFECTS: A. S. Carrick, J. P . Partridge, W. G. Stratford, J. T. A. Slater,

D. J. Lavelle, A. Lamb, R. B. Wallace, M. J. H. Studdy, J. H. Turnbull.

CAPTAIN OF FOOTBALL: J. H . Turnbull. HOUSE CAPTAINS: Whitley Bay, A. Lamb.

Tynemouth, W. G. Stratford. Monkseaton, A. S. Carrick. North Shields, J. P. Partridge.

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TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL MAGAZINE

SPRING T E R M

SCHOOL NOTES Speech Day was held on Saturday, March 8th, at the Carlton Cinema,

Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by Dr. I. A. Richmond, M.A., LL.B., F.B.A., F.S.A., Professor of Romano-British History and Archaeology at King's College, Newcastle-on-Tyne.

In the morning a service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the address was given by Rev. P. S. Chesney, M.A., an Old Boy of the School.

The House Cup and House Shield were won by North Shields.

Avete D. A. Carr. C. Crawshaw, J. M. Lang. S. M. Gilberg. P. J. A. Hedworth, B. A. Marr, K. E. Robson.

Valete W. M. Thompson. J. P. H. Goble. G. W. Conway. J. E. Ketton, M. H. Thompson. R. D. Harbottle.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : W. G. Stratford.

This term, the shortest in the year, can be regarded as a transition period and not a time in which great things are done. The truth of this cannot be doubted when we realize that no 1st XV matches were played.

Before and in the House Matches we suffered injuries SO' that we were not so successful as usual. We congratulate Stratford on being chosen to play against the 'Springboks' and the South of Scotland.

In conclusion let us say that having weathered the period of transition all signs point to a successful Summer Term and a triumph on Sports Day.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : A. Lamb.

In the major event of the term, the House Matches, we did not distin-guish ourselves, due, to a certain extent, to the fact that some of our best players were unfit.

We congratulate Topps on beingi awarded the new Colours which were introduced for Junior Rugby this term, and also those who attained a high form position this term — Tindale, Sheales, Gordon, Henthorne, Duncan, Evans and Babington.

Ryan is also to be congratulated on his excellent mark in Mathematics in the December General Certificate Examination.

V. I. Jun. T.P.S.

IV. IIB. I. Jun. T.P.S

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NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : J. H. Turnbull.

We regret the departure of J. P. Partridge, our former House Captain. As his successor we welcome J. H. Turnbull, Captain of the School 1st XV. We congratulate J. Watson and G. R. Scott on their appointment as School Prefects, and also all who have gained high positions in their forms.

This term we were successful in winning the Rugby Cup in spite of strong opposition from Tynemouth. We thank both teams for their efforts in achieving this and also Mr. Fullarton for his celebration tea.

The House has been well represented on the 1st XV by J. H. Turnbull (Captain), Watson, Yarham and Checkley, and on the Junior Teams by Dunlevy (Captain), Darling, Craney, Sanderson, Oliver J. B., Oliver J. D. and Potts. Dunlevy and Darling were awarded their Junior Colours.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : A. S. Carrick.

We congratulate Lavelle and Anderson on adding to their successes in the General Certificate Examination held in December and Hardie, Part-ridge, Laidler, Walker W., Crawford, Gair, Brown J. D., Wright, Harper G., and Hulme on obtaining high positions in their respective forms.

In the House Matches the 2nd VII played very well but the 1st VII did not excel.

Owing to weather conditions no 1st XV matches were played but we were well represented on the Junior Teams by Scott C., Laidler, Walker W., Carter, Donaldson, Soden and Christison.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL — SPRING TERM 1952 Although the weather did not interfere unduly with games during the

term it always seemed to deteriorate for the Saturdays on which matches had been arranged, so that in effect not one match was played by the 1st XV or the Under 16 XV. This was particularly unfortunate as with Carrick fit again and playing excellent football we had hoped to improve on the rather depressing record of last term.

At the end of the term the House Matches showed that there is in the school the material for a good 1st XV next season if every member of that team plays with the same resolution and whole-heartedness for the School as he plays with for his House. D.S.U.

1st XV CHARACTERS J. H. Turnbull. (Colours 1950-1-2). Though essentially a wing-

forward he has turned himself into a very good scrum-half. By his almost uncanny sense of position he has on innumerable occasions come to the rescue of his side, and he has at all times set the rest of the team a splendid example by his own play.

W. G. Stratford. (Colours 1950-1-2). A first-rate fly-half. He is always dangerous in attack and his tackling has improved out of all recog-nition. Played for the County All-Age XV against Durham, the Junior Springboks and the Border Schools.

G. Hall. (Colours 1951-2). A powerful and fast wing but has a tendency to run into the thick of his opponents. His tackling is devas-tating.

J. P. Partridge. (Colours 1951). By sheer determination he has made himself into a good, though a trifle slow, wing-forward. He has led the pack well.

Carrick. Still on the small side, he is a fast and elusive centre whose tackling has been outstanding.

Smiles. A centre remarkably quick off the mark and with an eye for an opening, but delays his pass too long and is weak in defence.

Watson J. A good hooker, and last for a forward but not aggressive enough.

Checkley. Shows great promise on the wing. He is elusive in attack and tackles very well. He must learn to pass correctly.

Scott C. A promising forward with a good defence but he is slow and not aggressive enough.

Yarhain. Potentially an excellent forward for he is aggressive and has excellent ball-control. He must learn to fall on the ball and to tackle.

Wallace. As he has gained confidence so has his play at full-back improved to a marked extent, though he is often slow in getting into position.

Walker W. A hard-working forward though lacking weight. He must learn to tackle.

Brown J. R. A hard-working forward who must learn to be more vigorous.

Studdy. A strongly-built forward. Keen but must learn to dribble. Anderson. He has never made full use of his strength and speed as

a forward. HOUSE MATCHES. 1952

Seven-a-side matches were played as usual, each house providing a first and second team. Ten points were awarded for a win by a 1st VII and six for a win by a 2nd VII. After the first round it was obvious that the issue lay between North Shields and Tynemouth and fittingly the first teams of these two houses played each other in the last and decisive match. A very exciting game ended in a draw, 0—0, but as the North Shields 2nd VII was decidely stronger than the Tynemouth 2nd VII North Shields ended up deservedly winners of the Cup.

RESULTS Tynemouth I . 19 Monkseaton I ... 0 North Shields I . . 16 Whitley Bay I ... 0 Tynemouth I . 14 Whitley Bay I ... 0 North Shields I . 16 Monkseaton 1 ... 5 Monkseaton I . 13 Whitley Bay I ... 0 North Shields I . 0 Tynemouth I ... 0 North Shields II . . 13 Whitley Bay II ... 0 Tynemouth II . 11 Whitley Bay II ... 0 North Shields II . . 3 Monkseaton II ... 3 Tynemouth II . 8 Monkseaton II ... 16 North Shields II . 9 Tynemouth II ... 0 Monkseaton II . 29 Whitley Bay II ... 0

Final Positions North Shields 40 points Tynemouth 31 points Monkseaton 25 points Whitley Bay 0 points

JUNIOR RUGBY. 1952. The Junior XV has had a most successful season and has shown con-

tinual improvement. Although only three matches were played in the Easter term all were won in a convincing manner which showed the all-round progress of the team.

The outstanding match of the term, against Morpeth Grammar School was played at Preston Avenue under ideal conditions. Tynemouth elected to play with the wind, which Dunlevy and Bootle used to advantage by sound kicking. Constant pressure was rewarded when Morpeth knocked the ball back and Stephens dived for a try. Soden converted with a fine kick from the touchline. During the second half the whole team

showed great determination and a fine aggressive spirit to hold a far heavier team. The forwards were magnificent under the leadership of Darling, who, with Soden, was constantly covering in defence and over-coming his taller and heavier rivals in the line-out. Donaldson's tackling was exemplary, Stephens and Oliver J. D. did much good work in the loose. With Manning playing well and Topps playing a grand game at scrum-half, all members of the team must be congratulated on a very fine performance and a well-deserved victory.

The Under 13J team defeated Ascham House, 22—3, by playing an open game. Potts and Carter scored three tries each.

In the last game of the season the Bantams beat Dame Allan's by 60 points to 3. Tynemouth played a grand open game. The opposition tackled weakly and had no answer to the forceful running of the Tyne-mouth backs. Tries were scored by Dunlevy (8), Potts (5) and Carter. Nine tries were converted by Dunlevy.

This season it was decided to award colours to the Junior XV and these were given to M. P. Dunlevy, V. T. Bootle, D. R. Darling, P. H. Soden and D. M. S. Topps.

RESULTS Under 13J. v. Ascham House. Won 22—3. Under 14. v. Morpeth G. S. Won 5—0. Bantams. v. Dame Allan's Won 60—3.

For the whole season out of 11 played 8 were won and 3 lost with 174 points scored against 30.

The scorers were; Dunlevy 19 tries, Potts 11 tries, Carter 8 tries, Stephens 3 tries, Oliver J. D. 2 tries and Bootle, Darling and Slater 1 each.

COAST SCHOOLS SHIELD The Under 15 was defeated, 9—8, by Tynemouth High School in the

semi-final of the Coast Schools Shield which the School had won in the previous two years.

The game was played on the High School ground and it was unfor-tunate that Welch, Bootle and Soden could not play. The forwards were greatly outweighted and in consequence the backs were forced to forage for the ball. In spite of this Tynemouth led at half-time by 8 points, two tries being scored by Hallwood, one being converted by Dunlevy. One of the tries was scored after an intelligent penalty-kick by Dunlevy which took the opposition by surprise.

In the second half the whole team showed an admirable fighting spirit but were unable to prevent their opponents from scoring three tries by sheer weight. Every member of the team played to the limit of his ability and is to be congratulated on a fine performance.

SPEECH DAY In the morning a Service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which

many parents were present. The address was given by Rev. P. S. Chesney, an Old Boy who is the Presbyterian Minister at Felton.

At the Prizegiving, held at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth, Mr. Lazenby Pearson presided in the place of Dr. Charlesworth who was unable to be present. The Headmaster gave his report for the past year. After he had referred to changes on the Staff he went on to congratulate those who had been successful in the Certificate Examination. J. P. Partridge had been awarded a State Scholarship in Classics with excellent marks in Greek and Latin. This was in addition to an average of 66% in the Advanced Level papers. The County had also awarded him a Major Scholarship. W. Turnbull passed well at Advanced Level and just failed to win a State Scholarship. He also won a Major County Scholarship. J. D. Watt passed the Advanced Level and was awarded a County Major Scholarship. Partridge will go to Oxford after Military Service and Turn-bull and Watt go to a University before doing so.

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All 18 candidates at Ordinary Level passed in at least one subject. Old Boys had been awarded three Honours LL.B. degrees, one B.Sc., one B.D.S. and at King's College one Old Boy had been awarded both a University Scholarship and a State Scholarship.

The Prizes were then presented by Dr. I. A. Richmond. Professor of Romano-British History and Archaeology at King's College, Newcastle-on-Tyne. In his speech he pointed out that none of the familiar gambits of speech-day orators was at his disposal and then spoke of the widening interest in archaeology as a stimulating and imaginative intellectual adventure. He declared that everyone was profoundly better for pursuing something other than his everyday tasks, that we should explore our great heritage of poetry and prose and encourage our children to read the English classics. Finally Dr. Richmond exhorted his audience to sell their wireless sets and buy good books, though he made it clear that he was not an enemy to the radio but was insisting that it should not be allowed to dominate our cultural life.

PRIZES Advanced Level and State Scholarship and County Major Scholarship.

J. P. Partridge. Advanced Level and County Major Scholarship.

W. Turnbull. J. D. Watt.

Ordinary Level. (Five subjects or more). J. Anderson, J. R. Brown, A. S. Carrick, W. S. Dixon, T. D. Harrison, D. J. Lavelle, P. A. Milne, J. N. Proctor, J. A. Ryan, G. N. Walker.

Ordinary Level. (Under five subjects). W. L. B. Harper, B. Harrison, T. M. Hately, P. H. Heyes, G. C. Rainey, C. S. Sergeant, J. D. Smiles, M. Stevenette, W. G. Stratford.

Stockdale Prize for Languages. J. P. Partridge. W. Turnbull.

FORM PRIZES V. A. Lamb. G. R. Scott. IV. D. E. W. Laidler. III. W. R. Gair. J. D. Brown. Ila. K. B. Dobson. W. H. Jones, lib. D. L. Sowerby. P. Burke. I. G. D. Evans. Jun. (A) P. M. Merrick. J. P. J. Rang.

(B) P. R. Wolstenhoim. Progress Prizes : (A) W. Legg. (B) M. H. Thompson.

T.P.S. III. (A) P. M. Jones. A. M. Hulme. (B) J. Cowen.

II. M. H. Bridges. I. R. J. Spoors. Progress Prizes : III.—R. E. Lewis. II.—.J. E. Horton.

I.—E. S. Atkinson.

SCHOOL OFFICERS HEAD BOY : A. S. Carrick. PREFECTS : A S. Carrick. W. G. Stratford. J. T. A. Slater. D. J.

Lavelle A. Lamb. R. B. Wallace. M. J. H. Studdv. J. H. Turnbull. G. R. Scott. J. Watson.

CAPTAIN OF FOOTBALT. : J. H. Turnbull . HOUSE CAPTAINS : Whi t l ey Bay , A. T.amb,

Tynemouth,' W. G. Stratford. North Shields, J. H. Turnbull. Monkseaton, A. S. Carrick.

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SUMMER T E R M

SCHOOL NOTES We learned with very great sorrow of the death of Mr. M. I. Brennan

during the holidays. During his service here Mr. Brennan had endeared himself to all. A man of very extensive and varied knowledge, a kind and loyal colleague he will be greatly missed by those fortunate enough to know him.

Wte welcome Mr. C. Gray, B.A., to the Staff in place of the late Mr. Brennan.

The Sports were held on Wednesday, May 7th. The prizes were pre-sented by Mrs. Carrick. After the Sports, parents were entertained to tea by the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison.

Avete IIB. D. G. J. Fanshawe. Jun. N. G. Hobson, L. Scott, E. W. J. Rang, J. P. Kirby, D. L.

Holgate, B. A. Hobson, R. J. Hobson, D. R. Tocher, O. K. Harrison.

T.P.S. D. R. Squires, M. J. C. Thomas, A. W. Fletcher, N. F. Young, J. G. L. Shircliff, A. C. Hessleberth.

Valete VIA. J. T. A. Slater. Prefect 1951-52. Matric. July 1950.

J Watson. Prefect 1952. Matric. July 1950. W. G. Stratford. Prefect 1951-52. Matric. July 1950. XI 1952.

XV 1950-1-2. VIB. B. H. Nelson. G.C.E. (5). July 1952.

C. Scott. G.C.E. (2). July 1952. R. B. Wallace. Prefect 1951-52. G.C.E. (2). July 1952.

Sports Champion 1952. J. Wardhaugh. G.C.E. (4). July 1952. H. J. Mitchell. G.C.E. (4). July 1952. E. H. Craney. G.C.E. (2). July 1952. R. E. Rhoades. G.C.E. (2). July 1952. M. T. H. Studdy. Prefect 1951-52. G.C.E. fl). July 1952 G. S. Hall. County under 15 1950-51. XV 1951-52. A. S. M. Wood. G.C.E. (2). July 1952. J. H. Turnbull. Prefect 1952. XI 1952. XV 1950-1-2.

V. j. D. F. Carter. E. G. Stephenson. D. J. B. Dunn. M. W. Andrews. J. T. Ainslie. T. M. Oliver.

IV. J. W. Carss. P. D. Main. III. J. A. Wright. R. H. Dawson. M. Stephens. TIA. M. Henthorne. D. L. Sowerby. B. Brown TIB. T. J. Bird. T. E. A. Babington. T. M. Lang. P. G. Carter. Tun. D. N. Larke. C. Purvis. P. R. Wolstenholme. A. H Tebb

J. Phillips. T.P.S. M. K. Gilmore. G. M. Young. K. D. Wright. B. E. Fraser.

L. T. Keith K. E. Robson. T. W. Rumbellow. C D Macev J. P. C. Rolfe.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : A. Lamb.

This term has been somewhat unsatisfactory for the Hous» with regard to the Sports and House Matches. Our athletes gained a very poor aggre-gate of points on Sports Day and we had to concede first place to North Shields in the Final of the House Cup.

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Jeffcock and Carr played regularly for the 1st XI and Topps, Heald and Milne for the Under 14 team.

The standard of work, however, balanced to some extent our lack of success in games and we congratulate Tindale, Atkinson, Brown J. D., Sheales, Gofton, Evans H., Gordon, Mason, Henthorne, Slack, Goldstone, Duncan and Evans G. who distinguished themselves in their respective forms.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : J. H. Turnbull.

This term has been most eventful for the House especially on the Sports Field. In the Sports we were runners-up to Tynemouth for the Cup, largely due to the efforts of Potts who became middle school champion and Armstrong who won the Junior Cup. Dunlevy, Checkley and Sander-son also ran well. Checkley later represented the Tynemouth Schools at the County Athletic Meeting at Ashington. His time for the 440 yards was well within County Standard.

We have been represented on the 1st XI by Turnbull J. H. (vice-captain), Scott G. R., Craney, Dunlevy and occasionally by Yarham and on the Under 14 by Potts, Oliver J. D. and on occasions by Sanderson. We congratulate Potts on his Junior Colours.

After twice taking part in the final of the Cricket Cup without success, we won it this year by defeating Whitley Bay. We thank the members of the House who contributed to our success which was duly celebrated with a tea provided by Mr. and Mrs. Fullarton.

We congratulate those who gained high places in their forms and wish every' success to those taking the General Certificate.

To those leaving we extend best wishes for future success.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : A. S. Carrick.

We congratulate Hardie, Partridge, Laidler, Gair, Burke, Richardson E. H. and Hulme on their high positions in their respective forms.

We were represented on the 1st XI by Hallwood and Soden, while Christison, Soulsby and Armatage played regularly for the Junior Team. Junior Colours were awarded to Christison.

On Sports Day we took third place to Tynemouth and North Shields.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : W. G. Stratford.

The House has just cause to feel pleased as the promise of previous terms has been realised. On Sports Day we won the Cup with a very handsome margin. For this we have mainly to thank Hall and Wallace. Wallace created a new record for the Mile (5 mins.) which would have been improved if there had been more pressure on him. Hall broke a record by winning the 220 yds. in 25 2/5 sees.

We congratulate Stephenson, Slater, Mangenie M., Fairbairn and Sowerby on attaining high positions in their forms.

On the 1st XI the House was represented by Stratford (Captain), Hall and Gill whilst Fairbairn, Harper, Slater and Beardall played regularly for the Junior Team.

To those who are leaving we extend best wishes for future success and our thanks to Stratford for all his work for the House.

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TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS The annual Sports were held at Preston Avenue on Wednesday, May

7th. Three new records were made. Wallace won the Mile in 5 minutes; Hall won the 220 yards in 25 2/5 seconds and Carter J. the 75 yards (11-14) in 9 seconds. Results— Long Jump (over 14):—1, Hall; 2, Anderson; 3, Wallace. Long Jump (11-14):—1, Potts; 2, Gair; 3, Fairbairn, Archer. Long Jump (under 11):—1, Jenkins; 2, Armstrong; 3, Appleton. Cricket Ball:—1, Hall G.; 2, Harrison; 3, Wallace. High Jump (11-14):—1, Potts; 2, Manning; 3, Sanderson. High Jump (under 11):—1, Armstrong; 2, Blythe C.; 3, Jameson. One Mile (open):—1, Wallace; 2, Lamb; 3, Mitchell. Quarter Mile (open):—1, Hall G.; 2, Anderson; 3, Wallace. 75 yds. (11-14):—1, Carter; 2, Potts; 3, Donaldson. 75 yds. (under 11):—1, Armstrong; 2, Lewis C. A.; 3, Marshall. 75 yds. (Jun. under 6£):—1, Boag D.; 2, Nichol C.; 3, Fullarton M. 75 yds. (Jun. over 6J):—1, Askew J.; 2, Jackson A.; 3, Lowrie J. 100 yds. (over 14):—1, Anderson; 2, Hall G.; 3, Carrick. 75 yds. (T.P.S. upper):—1, Robinson S.; 2, Macey C.; 3, Orme M. 75 yds. (T.P.S. middle):—1, Robinson A.; 2, McGillivray G.; 3, Clark J. 75 yds. (T.P.S. lower):—1, Young R.; 2, Gregory P.; 3, Hood S. 220 yds. (under 10):—1, Marshall; 2, Sutton; 3, Duncan. 220 yds. (10-11):—1, Armstrong; 2, Lewis C. A.; 3, Smith W. High Jump (over 14):—1, Hall G.; 2, Anderson; 3, Gill. 220 yds. (13-14):—1, Carter; 2, Donaldson; 3, Potts. 220 yds. (12-13):—1, Manning; 2, Fairbairn; 3, Brown D. 220 yds. (11-12):—1, Jackson M.; 2, Williams; 3, Wright. Half Mile (senior):—1, Wallace; 2, Checkley; 3, Lamb. Half Mile (junior):—1, Sanderson; 2, Jackson M.; 3, Topps. 220 yds. (14-15):—1, Dunlevy; 2, Pope R.; 3, Parritt. 220 yds. (15-16):—1, Hall G.; 2, Checkley; 3, Lamb. ^20 yds. (over 16):—1, Anderson; 2, Carrick; 3, Wood. School Handicap (under 12):—1, Bush; 2, Burn; 3, Morton. House Relay:—1, Tynemouth. Old Boys' Race:—1, Dr. D. Webster. Parents' Race:—1, Mr. Miller. School Handicap (over 12):—1, Turnbull D.; 2, Studdy; 3, Brown D. Champion of Sports:—Hall G. Middle Cup:—Potts. Junior Cup:—Armstrong. House Cup:—Tynemouth.

CRICKET NOTES — 1952 If the bare statistics of matches make sorry reading at least the warm

dry weather of early summer enabled cricket in the sun. and the season was not without its memorable moments.

An early survey of our potential cricketers was fairly encouraging even if it left one in some doubt regarding our ability actually to win matches. Competently as Captain Stratford handled the bowlers it soon became obvious that the School lacked a real spear-head to its attack. Conse-quently, Jeffcock's suggestion of pace was often over-worked — to the blunting of his nippiness off the pitch, and Turnbull's early effectiveness

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faded. 'Tis often said that no side is complete without a slow left-arm bowler. This is, of course, an exaggeration, but without doubt the side was incomplete without an experienced slow bowler of the right tempera-ment. Soden might yet fill this position.

The almost rock-bottom display of only 15 runs in the first match was improved upon, but the batting as a whole never seemed to shake free from that unfortunate start. The batting was woefully weak. Some determined net practice in the Easter vacation could lay the foundation for a better standard.

Moderately good fielding only served to show on occasions that really good fielders could turn an indifferent eleven into a formidable match-winning combination.

Happy features of the 1952 fixture list were the resumption of games with the re-organised Tynemouth Cricket Club Juniors, and the extension of the Parents match to two elevens which enhanced Race Wednesday both as a cricket and social occasion.

Perhaps the match of the season was that against the Staff. On this occasion the School XI assumed the traditional, albeit unwonted cockiness and, fully aware of a time limitation, played with the Staff's so-called attack for almost two and a half hours to the tune of 153 runs; including a delightful unbeaten 68 by Hall wood. Then only an hour and a quarter's play after tea ? — ample time to dismiss the Staff ! But the post-tea batting of the Staff resounded to many a boundary and a few sixes so that at one stage the score box was observed to be in difficulties trying to keep pace with it. The final Staff reckoning of 142 for 8 made a drawn game of it; such a game gives rise to good, sporting, arguesome points.

The season's memorable moments included a gallant, fighting innings by opening-bowler Jeffcock in the final of the House Matches, when his every stroke, suggestive of a snatched victory, brought the spectators to their feet. In the Staff match, Gill got his left foot down to an overpitched ball and produced his most forceful stroke of the season, an off-drive — surely good for four —- but finely held chest-high at mid-off, by the Head-master. Finally, when Dye was set and seemingly full of runs for the Old Boys, an exceptionally fine catch, taken on the run at deep extra cover and actually held over the boundary fence before the pavilion, by Hall dismissed him and will long be remembered. G.J.K.

FIRST ELEVEN PERSONALITIES W. G. Stratford. As captain of a rather youthful XI not over blessed

with talent he set a commendable example by his enthusiasm and effort. Forced to bowl more often than he would have wished he frequently pro-cured a much-needed wicket, but the responsibility of captaincy seemed to affect his batting badly.

J. H. Turnbull. Early season good length and direction earned him his Colours but he failed to maintain these essentials of a bowler. An occasional display of comparatively good batting relied entirely on a certain natural ability displayed in former seasons.

Scott. G. R. He set a consistently fine example to the younger mem-bers of the XI. Invariably shaping well with the bat, he was the victim of a remarkable run of unfortunate decisions and unlikely balls.

•Teffeock. H. D. Newly out of Junior cricket he was called upon to lead the attack, and maintain it, which he did most valiantly, even when over-bowled. A good slip-fielder.

Hallwood, D. I. A sound wicket-keeper, and full of runs when he settles to stroke play and puts behind him his earlier reputation as a 'hitter'.

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Craney, E. H. A batsman who knows most of the strokes but lacked the patience and keenness to produce them effectively.

Dunlevy, M. P. Starting the season with a deplorable 'shovel-shot'— every time a gift to mid-off—and failing to master it, we saw little else of him with the bat, unfortunately. Keen in the field.

Gill, D. L. Regular and able in net practice, he never reproduced this form in matches, seeming to lack control over those long limbs which should be such an asset both in his batting and bowling.

Soden, P. H. A promising slow-bowler, this season found him lacking the confidence to persist when roughly handled by the batsmen. He must learn that slow bowlers often have to 'buy their wickets'.

Carr, D. A. Familiar with many of the finer points of the game he has been disappointingly erratic, perhaps largely due to uncertainty of his own talents.

Hall, G. No cricket enthusiast, he served the School well towards the end of the season with his running and catching. Any score he made usually consisted of fours or sixes !

RESULTS v. South Shields Grammar School v. Royal Grammar School v. Hexham Grammar School v. Morpeth Grammar School v. Hexham Grammar School v. Tynemouth Cricket Club (under 16) v. South Shields Grammar School v. Staff v. Whitley Bay Grammar School v. Parents v. Old Boys' C.C v. Tynemouth Cricket Club (under 16)

HOUSE MATCHES 1st Round ... North Shields beat Tynemouth.

Whitley Bay beat Monkseaton. Final North Shields beat Whitley Bay.

JUNIOR CRICKET The Junior XI have played twelve matches, winning five and losing

six with one match drawn. The success of the side has been due to out-standing bowling performances and sound fielding rather than to strong batting.

Christison, especially, bowled extremely well during the season to take a total of 26 wickets for only 110 runs in 84 overs, 31 of them maidens. His best feats were his 5 for 3 against Whitley Bay Grammar School and his 8 for 25 (including the hat-trick) against the Royal Grammar School, but in all the matches he maintained his pace and accuracy, often during long spells of bowling.

Credit must also be given to the spin-bowlers, Heald and Beardall, who bowled accurately and made the ball turn even on the most unhelpful wickets. Heald's best performances were 7 for 22 against Hexham and 6 for 7 against Ascham House, while equally good were Beardall's fi for 6 against Whitley Bay Grammar School and 7 for 16 against Ascham House.

It must be remembered, however, that these performances were made possible by the keenness and sound fielding of the team as a whole, though special mention must be made of Fairbairn and Potts in this respect.

Lost by 10 wickets. Lost by 61 runs. Lost by 101 runs. Lost by 7 wickets. Lost by 114 runs. Lost by 77 runs. Lost by 54 runs. Drawn. Lost by 41 runs. Won by G wickets. Lost by 3 wickets. Lost by 5 runs.

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Although there has been general improvement during the season, the batting of the team has not been reliable with the exception of Christison who watches the ball carefully and is developing into a stylish batsman. Among the remainder of the side there has been a lack of concentration, an inability to punish loose bowling and a tendency to step away from the wicket instead of towards the pitch of the ball.

Christison has captained the team excellently and set a fine example in the field. He has managed the bowling well, placed his fieldsmen intelligently and inspired the team with his own confidence and cheerful-ness.

The enthusiasm of all the members of the team has made this a most enjoyable season.

Junior XI colours have been awarded to :— I. R. Christison, D. W. Beardall, J. A. Heald, A. G. Potts.

Batting Innings Not Out Runs Highest Score Average

Christison 9 — 120 42 13.33 Beardall ... 10 1 93 23 n.o. 10.33 Potts ... 10 1 77 23 8.56 Topps 8 1 52 16 7.43 Milne ... 10 2 51 20 6.38 Soulsby 11 2 44 23 n.o. 4.89 Fairbairn ... 10 1 42 22 4.67 Harper A. ... 10 1 40 13 4.44 Oliver J. O. ... 11 0 48 18 4.36

Bowling Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Average

Christison ... 84 31 110 26 4.23 Heald ... 60 12 162 25 6.48 Beardall ... 57 8 231 29 7.96

RESULTS v . Hexham G.S. . A Won Hexham 38 Tynemouth 59 V. South Shields H S H Lost S.Shields 11/1 Tynemouth 10 V. Ascham House . A Won Ascham H. 20 Tynemouth 103/5 V. Whitley Bay G.S. .. . A Won Whitley Bay 29 Tynemouth 33/2 V. Whitley Bay G.S. .. . H Won Whitley Bay 30 Tynemouth 65 V. Tynemouth C.C. H Lost Tynem'th C.C. 85/6 Tynemouth 84 V. South Shields H.S... . A Lost S.Shields 59/3 Tynemouth 22 V. Tynemouth C.C. H Drawn Tynem'th C.C. 54/9 Tynemouth 110/7 V. Ascham House . H Won Ascham H. 30 Tynemouth 75 V. Hexham G.S. . H Lost Hexham 96/4 Tynemouth 34 V. Morpeth . II Lost Morpeth 111/6 Tynemouth 60 V. Royal G.S. . A Lost Royal G.S. 72 Tynemouth 35

SCHOOL OFFICERS HEAD BOY : A. S. Carrick. PREFECTS : A. S. Carrick. W. G. Stratford. J. T. A. Slater. D. j.

Lavelle. A. Lamb. R. B. Wallace. G. R. Scott. M. J. H. Studdy. J. H. Turnbull. J. Watson.

CAPTAIN OF CRICKET : W. G. Stratford. HOUSE CAPTAINS : Whitley Bay, A. Lamb.

North Shields, J. H. Turnbull Tynemouth, W. G. Stratford. Monkseaton, A. S. Carrick.

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SCHOOL NOTES The following were elected Prefects this term :—J. Anderson, W. F.

Partridge, M. Stephenson, J. V. Welch, M. P. Dunlevy. We regret the departure of Miss E. Marshall from the Staff after ten

years of much appreciated service. Miss Marshall joined us during the war years and was a most successful teacher of French. We also valued very highly her work with the younger boys.

We welcome to the Staff Mr. M. Appleby who was with us for a short time in 1940. We wish him a happy and successful time here.

Avete D. R. Barkwill, J. A. Dean. A. S. Nicol, G. B. Parker, D. J. H. Williams. G. W. Harrison, M. J. Hocknell, C. K. Williams, J. I. Davies. D. M. Faddy, G. V. Gibbin, A. C. Nicholson, J. G. Potter. R. Coase, G. F. Thompson, C. G. Wren, J. A. Callender. B. R. Cockburn, M. M. Dawe, W. B. Rutherford, M. T. Harvey. A. M. Gardner, G. B. Watson, D. R. Wright, J. A. Huggan. P S. Callender, R. C. Fox, R. P. Clements, C. G. Jones, R. Sar-geant, R. A. Hall, A. D. Donald. H. Lyall, T. R. P. Martin, D. A. Blythe, L. G. Dale, V. A. Watson, J. H. G. Collett, G. E. Hunt, S. Deller, R. M. A. Mac-Pherson, A. C. Girven, D. Swan, C. A. Myers, D. R. Atkinson, J. M. Spoors, J. P. Mullen, B. G. Hickmott, R. A. Lawson.

Valete VIB W. M. Hardie. G.C.E. December 1952. 6 subjects.

J. B. Hadaway. G.C.E. December 1952. 1 subject. J. M. Yarham. G.C.E. December 1952. 2 subjects. D. W. Thompson. G.C.E. December 1952. 4 subjects.

V. J. M. Dodds. IV. D. M. Turnbull. III. C. J. Blythe, G. N. Tait. IIA N. Mcl. Hudson, P. Curry. IIB. R. M. Blythe, R. I. Anderson. T.P.S. D. A. Blythe, J. H. G. Collett.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : A. Lamb.

We congratulate Studdy, Wood and Mitchell on their successes in the General Certificate and Brown J. W., Nichol, Evans H., Gordon, Williams C., Duncan, Fanshaw and Jackson A. on attaining high positions in their respective forms.

Welch was appointed a prefect this term. To Topps we offer our congratulations on being chosen to play for the

County Under 15, to Carr who was awarded his Senior XV colours and to Heald and Manning who gained their Junior Rugby colours.

We have been represented on the 1st XV by Carr, Topps and Welch and on the Under 14 by Heald, Manning, McDonald, Jarvis and Mason.

V. IV. III. IIA. IIB. I.

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TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : D. J. Lavclle.

This term has been quite a successful one for Tynemouth House in most aspects of school life. The most notable event is the success of W. G. Stratford in the Advanced Level of the General Certificate of Education. We welcome as house-captain D. J. Lavelle who succeeds W. G. Stratford in this position.

Among the other successful candidates in the General Certificate of Education, Hilton deserves special congratulations for his fine results in languages which have gained him the Stockdale prize for languages in addition to some French books presented by the retiring French Consul. Other successes in this examination were Wallace R. and Thompson. Among those who have gained high positions in their respective forms we have Rang, Buglass, Mitchell, Merrick, Gray, Fairbairn, Mengenie, Bark-will, Dean and Stevenson representing Tynemouth House.

Stevenson M. has also been appointed a prefect. The house was represented in the First XV by Stevenson M., Thomp-

son D. and Tait T. and on the Junior XV by Beardall, Fairbairn, Slater and Jarvis.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : A. S. Carrick.

This term the House had many successes in both work and sport. We must congratulate Scott C. for doing well in his G.C.E. examin-

ations, and Partridge, Laidler, Gair, Burke, Jack, Faddy, Goldstone and Hulme for gaining high positions in their forms.

We were very well represented on the 1st XV by Carrick, Hallwood, Harrison, Anderson, Bootle and Soden, and we congratulate Carrick and Bootle on gaining their Colours. Congratulations must also go to Gair and Donaldson for upholding the House's reputation on the Junior team. We offer our heartiest congratulations to Bootle for gaining his position on the "Under 15" County team.

Partridge was appointed a prefect this term.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : G. R. Scott.

This term G. R. Scott succeeded J. H. Turnbull as our House Captain. The term has been a successful one both scholastically and on the

Rugger field. We won the House Shield mainly through the success of our candidates in the General Certificate of Education Examination. B. H. Nelson, J. H. Wardhaugh, G. R. Scott, H. Craney and R Rhodes are to be congratulated on gaining Certificates at the Ordinary Level. Dunlevy, Oliver J. B., Watson I. and Armstrong must all be praised for their high form positions.

We have also every reason to be proud of our Rugby. The following were members of the 1st XV :—Dunlevy, Checkley, Darling and Yarham; Checkley receiving) his Colours. We have been represented on the Junior teams by Potts, Oliver J. B., Donn, Oliver J. D., Archer and Armstrong; Potts and Donn receiving their Colours.

We offer our hearty congratulations to Darling and Dunlevy, who have been chosen to play for the Northumberland Boys' "Under 15" Team, Dunlevy being selected as captain.

Dunlevy was appointed a School Prefect this term.

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OLD BOYS' NEWS Durham

C. F. Mallet (1935-37). M.B., B.S. A. R. Proctor (1940-45). B.D.S. Dr. C. B. S. Schofield (1931-40). M.D. M. McGilvray (1941-48). LL.B. D. A. Parkin (1939-48). LL.B. D. H. Tait. LL.B. K. J. H. Park (1932-40). B.Sc. Botany 1st Class. D. I. Brennan (1937-49). B.Sc. (C.E.). J. A. Mackie (1938-48). B.Sc. (M.E.). N. C. Gourlay (1934-40). B.Sc. (E.E.). J. R. Moore (1939-44). Final Law Society Final. G. B. Scarth (1943-50). LL.B. 1st year.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORT 1952

The activities of the Association during the year have, generally speak-ing, all been very successful and have helped to bring the Old Boys of the School together once again. Many new friendships have sprung up and a great many old ones renewed at the social functions which have been organised by the Committee.

144 people had a most enjoyable time at the Annual Dance in the Rex Hotel on January 25th and they all shared the novelties, balloons and spot prizes which were distributed during the evening. The attend-ance at the Annual Dinner was a little disappointing however as only 37 members attended but it was a very entertaining evening. The Reverend W. K. Boddy, Vicar of Holy Saviour's Church, proposed the Toast to the Association and Mr. R. H. Thompson made an admirable reply. Following the presentation of the Crofton Trophy Cup to Mr. F. L. Featonby, who was successful in winning the Old Boys' Golf Tournament held once again at Foxton Hall Golf Course, Alnmouth, in October, members broke up into parties and yarned over old times at School. Incidentally, we were very sorry to see only two Parents at the Golf Outing—we are hoping to see a few more at the forthcoming outing and rest assured that each Parent will be very welcome indeed.

The Cricket Club has met with continued success during the season and finished well on the right side with victories. New members are always welcome and the Committee urge all budding Cricketers to join the Club on leaving the School when they can enjoy playing cricket amongst the enthusiasts.

During the year 32 Old Boys have joined our 405 Members and we are hoping that every Boy on leaving the School this year will apply to the Headmaster for Membership forms and swell even further the ranks of the Association. T.H.D.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' CRICKET CLUB As Secretary of Tynemouth School Old Boys' Cricket Club, it is mv

privilege and pleasure to present the Annual Report of our Club. In previous years I have dealt at length with the statistics of the club

but I propose on this occasion to confine myself merely to the factual statement that 1952 proved to be our best season from the results point of view, and that we finished well on the right side with victories.

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The opposition gets stronger each year and it is the policy of the Club to increase steadily the strength of the opposition by a careful and studied selection of fixtures. This process is continuing and will continue until we are challenging the best non-league clubs in the County—I say purposely non-league clubs for at the moment the club neither desires to become league members nor has it the necessary amenities to qualify for league membership.

So far as last season is concerned 1 would like to congratulate our captain Mr. G. Shaw for leading the club in such a successful season, and to make mention of other outstanding performances, notably by Messrs. A. E. Shearer and E. Fenwick for batting, and by Mr. G. Hardy for bowling. All members have contributed to the success of 1952 season and we can justifiably say we are a happy family.

The club has of course its difficulties, not least being the impact of National Service on various members. The member intake of Old Boys is not so satisfactory as it might be, and I urge all interested in Cricket to join our ranks and enjoy the society of the Cricket Club members and further the interests of the club—I assure you all that each of you would be warmly welcomed.

Practice nets are still one of our current problems, and I wish to express the club's gratitude to the Headmaster who placed at our disposal the school practice net during the 1952 season.

We look forward to 1953 with confidence, and feel sure that we will further strengthen the club.

TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL The school year 1952 has seen a brightening up in the appearance

of the school, which has been redecorated both inside and out. The light springlike colours in the classrooms are particularly pleasing. In order to add to this emphasis on colour, the seventy children in the school have planted thirty five bowls of bulbs, with which we hope to produce a gay effect for Coronation Year.

During the Spring Term the third form visited the Norman Castle and Black Gate Museum in Newcastle. Considerable interest was shown as the children recognised features for which their History lessons had prepared them, and further proved the value of lessons "on the spot".

Parents were invited to school at the end of the Summer Term, when each form in turn entertained the visitors. Forms I and II gave a Physical Training display, while Form III contributed Folk Dancing. Singing Games and Miming by Form I followed, while Form II presented a Peter Rabbit play, based on the Alison Uttley stories. Two plays were given by Form III, "The Princess and the Swineherd", from Hans Ander-son, and "Who stole the Tarts ?"

About twenty-seven of the oldest children spent a day at York, and though it was with some apprehension that we tackled the project, the outing turned out to be the most enjoyable we have ever had. We left Newcastle at 8-45 a.m. in most comfortable, specially reserved rail accom-modation, arriving at York at 10-15 a.m. A tremendously successful visit to the Railway Museum was our first call, and the children clambered over locomotives of all types, pulled communication cords, and blew engine whistles, so that it was only with great difficulty that the party was eventually rounded up. A walk along the City Walls followed, and descending near Lendal Bridge we found a pleasant spot by the River Ouse where we ate a picnic lunch in brilliant sunshine. A visit to the Minster followed, and here we saw the crypt with the well in which King Edwin of Northumbria was baptized in 627. Unfortunately we were unable io visit the Chapter House, which was closed for repairs.

Several stops were made as we walked through the old streets of York towards the Kirk City Museum, for the route lay through the Shambles, with its medieval houses and shops, with their overhanging upper storeys.

The Museum is a Museum with a difference. Exhibits are not arranged in glass cases, but displayed in the settings in which they originally be-longed. Of great interest and appeal was the XVIII century street with its inn, shops, and houses. A very welcome tea was served to us under the trees in a terraced garden cafe, and shortly after 6 p.m. we left York after a very happy day.

During the Autumn Term we have been sorry to have been without Miss Baird, who, on medical advice has had to have a term away from school. It has been a pleasure to renew an old friendship with Mrs. Turn-bull, and to welcome her as a colleague in Miss Baird's place. We are grateful to Mrs. Turnbull for her help and co-operation, and hope that Miss Baird will have a speedy return to health.

An interesting visit was paid to the Palestine Exhibition at North Shields, early in the term, where we saw glimpses of life in Bible times. Our Harvest Festival service was conducted by the Reverend F. R. Hadley, and afterwards the fruit was sent to the St. Aidan's Children's Home at Tynemouth.

On December 5th the Barnardo organiser gave us a Film Show, after which we handed over more than £lh, as the result of a Box Opening and Christmas Tree Appeal, and the toys collected for distribution among children in the Homes.

The term ended with the usual Nativity Play, and on the last after-noon we held the Christmas Party in the Royal Hotel. The Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison were our guests and with the children enjoyed the con-juring show presented after tea. H.G.G.

AUTUMN TERM, 1952 SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL

If one judges merely from results this has been a deplorable first hall of the season, for all seven matches played have been lost, and all except one by a large margin. However in view of the fact that usually at least two thirds of the side have been under 16, and five of those under 15, it would have been but foolish optimism to expect any other result. The greatest weaknesses have been that the side have in each match been slow to get going and have been too slow to move onto the ball in the loose or the opponent running with the ball. The forwards have naturally always been outweighted so that the outsides have seen very little of the ball and had no real chance to show their skill. The team as a whole deserve the highest praise for the way in which they have refused to allow a series of defeats to blunt their enthusiasm : they have at all times been eager to play and in every match have continued to give of their besr until the final whistle. For this fine team spirit, Carrick, who has captained the side admirably, deserves every credit, while Carr as leader of the forwards, has done all that could be asked of him in holding them together.

That there is nothing radically wrong with the football in the school was shown by the fact that of the 1st XV Dunlevy, Bootle, Darling, Topps and Soden were chosen to play in the County "Under 15" trial, and of these five, Dunlevy (as Captain), Bootle, Darling and Topps all played for the County against Cumberland and Durham. It must surely be a record for the school and is certainly a remarkable achievement for one of this size to have four boys playing for the County "Under 15" in one season and it was obvious from their play how well they had been trained last season in the "Under 14" by Mr. Reid. D.S.U.

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RUGBY FOOTBALL School 1st XV v. South Shields H.S.

(Played at South Shields oil Saturday the 20th September). The School were slow to settle down and were soon pinned in their

own 25. South Shields were heavier forward and the school three-quarters saw very little of the ball throughout the game. The mid-field tackling was weak and twice South Shields were left with a man over to run in and score. South Shields scored twice more in the first half from forward rushes when the school were very slow to move to the ball in the loose. Soon after half time Checkley picked up in the loose, and cut through quickly to score himself. Dunlevy converted with a magnificent kick. South Shields three-quarters now began to handle with greater precision, but the school's defence had also improved and only three more tries were scored by them. Once Dunlevy came right across the field to save a certain try by a splendid tackle.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 5 points. South Shields H. S., 2 goals 5 tries, 25 points.

Team : Bootle, Dunlevy, Carrick, Dean, Anderson, Checkley, Welch, Darling, Stephenson M., Harrison W., Carr, Lavelle, Lamb, Thompson D., Topps.

School 1st XV v. Hexham G.S. (Played at Hexham on Saturday the 4th October).

Owing to sickness and injuries substitutes had to be found for four of the team which played against South Shields H. S., and the school did remarkably well to hold their opponents, who had a 2nd row weighing 30 stones, to a 12-3 lead at half-time. Inevitably Hexham secured the ball from every set scrum and almost always from the loose scrums. Their three-quarters however failed to handle well and it was some time before they scored. After their 2nd try School attacked strongly with a forward rush and nearly scored. Just before half-time Dunlevy kicked an excellent penalty goal. In the 2nd half the School forwards became too tired to be able to give effective help in defence, and the Hexham fly-half was fre-quently coming up again outside his wing to make the man over. Bootle's and Carrick's tackling throughout was splendid : Dunlevy frequently gained valuable ground and relief for the forwards by long kicks to touch, and until he became tired Carr was most aggressive in the loose. Carrick was awarded his 1st XV Colours after the match.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, One Penalty Goal, 3 points. Hexham G.S., One Goal, nine tries, 32 points.

Team : Bootle, Dean, Dunlevy, Carrick, Parritt, Checkley, Welch, Tait T., Atkinson, Carr, Lavelle, Anderson, Yarham, Thompson, Lamb.

School 1st XV v. Dame Allan's 2nd XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday the 11th October).

Under ideal conditions this was an excellent match. The School were below strength but made up for it by playing really well together. In defence the covering was good, but when Carrick or Checkley broke through no forwards were ever up in support to press home the advantage. Both sides opened the game up as much as possible, but the passing was too often ill-timed and the tackling too sure for either set of three-quarters to look like scoring. Dame Allan's with the heavier pack, drove the School back to their line a number of times, but could not score. Play followed the same pattern in the second half until from a loose maul the Dame Allan's scrum-half burst through for an excellent try. The School reacted strongly and once but for a forward pass Anderson would have been through. Dame Allan's then forced play into the School '25 but the

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defence held. Carrick, Dunlevy and Checkley were resourceful in attack and Carrick and Bootle outstanding in defence, while Carr worked untir-ingly and led the pack well.

Final Score : Dame Allan's School, 1 try, 3 points. Tynemouth School, Nil.

Team : Bootle, Anderson, Dunlevy, A. S. Carrick, Parritt, Checkley, Atkinson, Yarham, Stephenson, Hallwood, Carr, Soden, Lamb, Thompson, Topps.

School 1st XV v. Gateshead Grammar School 2nd XV. (Played at Gateshead on Saturday the 18th October).

Playing up the slope the School were very sluggish for the first fifteen minutes and in that time Gateshead had built up a lead of 13 points; their forwards were quicker onto the ball and were too often allowed to gain ground through the School's hesitancy in falling on the ball. The School rallied splendidly and attacked fiercely, and were twice somewhat unlucky not to score after Checkley and Carrick had made openings. Just before half-time Checkley broke through from near the half-way line and scored. In the second half the weight of the Gateshead forwards began to tell and they scored three more tries, one of which was again the result of hesitancy in falling on the ball. Checkley again burst through, this time with Soden and Stephenson up in support for the latter to score. As usual Bootle was excellent at full-back and Checkley was constantly a menace to his oppon-ents while Carrick set his side a splendid example by his tackling and thrust in attack, while Carr played a fine game and led the pack well. Checkley, Bootle and Carr were awarded their 1st XV Colours after the match.

Final Score : Gateshead G. S., 3 goals, 3 tries, 24 points. Tynemouth School, 2 tries, 6 points.

Team : Bootle, Anderson, Dunlevy, A. S. Carrick, Parritt, Checkley, Atkinson, Hallwood, Stephenson, Harrison W., Soden, Carr, Lamb, Thompson, Topps.

School 1st XV v. Royal Grammar School 2nd XV. (Played at Benton on Saturday the 25th October).

Compared with the two preceding matches this was a dull game. R.G.S. were much heavier forward and continually gained ground by brute force, making little effort to open up the game. Even when the School did secure the ball in the set scrum, they were pushed back so that the heeling was too slow for Checkley to be able to get his line moving. Nevertheless three or four times he did manage to cut through and was well supported by Carrick, Dunlevy and Parritt. Carrick, Bootle and Carr were outstanding in defence while more than once Parritt came right across the field to save an almost certain try.

Final Score : R.G.S., 1 goal, 1 penalty goal, 8 tries, 32 points. Tynemouth School, Nil.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Anderson, Dunlevy, A. S. Carrick, Parritt, R. F. G. Checkley, Atkinson, Hallwood, Stephenson, Harrison W., D. A. Carr, Soden, Lamb, Thompson, Topps.

School 1st XV v. Morpeth G.S. 2nd XV. (Played at Morpeth on Saturday the 8th November).

Playing against the wind and slope the School were again very slow to settle down; within a quarter of an hour-Morpeth had scored four tries, all of which could easily have been prevented if each of the outsides had gone for his man resolutely, and if the forwards had been quicker to cover across to the corner flag. The School then began to attack, but always

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the heeling was too slow for the fly-half to have a chance to get the line moving smoothly. By half-time Morpeth had scored once more. In the second half the School still lacked lire and failed to take advantage of the strong wind. Two or three times Bootle broke through from full-back, but finding nobody up in support was forced to kick to touch. Checkley made a number of good runs but too often delayed his pass till too late. However he eventually after a long run scored under the posts. Carrick was throughout excellent in defence and Parritt played very well indeed in attack and defence. Bootle at full-back, was faultless, and Carr and Topps were the pick of the forwards.

Final Score : Morpeth G.S., 1 goal, 6 tries, 23 points. Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Parritt B., A. S. Carrick, R. F. G. Checkley, Anderson, Dunlevy, Dean, Hallwood, Harrison W., Yarham, D. A. Carr, Soden, Topps, Thompson D., Lamb.

School 1st XV v. Dame Allan's School 2nd XV. (Played at McCracken Park, on Saturday the 1st November).

Owing to the calls of the County "Under 15" Trial the School were without five of their regular players, while unfortunately Dame Allan's fielded a considerably improved team from that which we had played a few weeks earlier. Consequently the run of the play was throughout dictated by Dame Allan's and the School on no occasion looked like scoring. It must be said to their credit, however, that they at no time became disheartened and Carrick once more was here, there and every-where in defence.

Final Score : Dame Allen's, 5 tries, 15 points. Tynemouth School, Nil.

Team : Dean, Parritt B., Hallwoo.d, A. S. Carrick, Yarham, R. F. G. Checkley, Welch, Peacock, Stephenson, Tait T., Anderson, D. A. Carr, Lavelle, Thompson, Lamb.

JUNIOR RUGBY It is unfortunate that six matches have been cancelled this term owing

to the condition of the ground; but the Junior XV has made a good start to the season, winning four of the five matches played.

In the opening game the team was beaten, 18-3, by a much bigger South Shields H.S. side. However, much progress has been made since then, and we have great hopes of gaining our revenge in the return game next term.

In the second match at Hexham the team won by the narrow margin of 17 points to 15. Tynemouth gained a lead of 9 points through tries by Oliver J. D., Potts and Donaldson; but then, bv poor tackling and refusal to fall on the ball, allowed Hexham to score five tries. It was not until just before the end of the game that Tynemouth rallied and tries were scored by Donaldson antd Potts, the second of these being converted by Beard all.

In the third match the Bantams defeated Dame Allan's at Preston Avenue by 6 points to 0. In the first half the Tynemouth outsides tended to overrun their passes, and there was no score at half-time. However, the team showed marked improvement in the second half and Slater scored two well-deserved tries, in which he was greatly assisted by the intelligent play of Fairbairn at scrum-half.

In the next match Tynemouth defeated Morpeth G. S. at Preston Avenue by 18 points to 5, tries being scored by Donaldson (3), Potts (2) and Archer. Fairbairn provided a good service from the scrum, Slater,

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Donaldson and Potts were dangerous whenever they received the ball, Heald, at full-back, tackled and fell on the ball effectively, and the for-wards all worked hard.

The final match was against Hexham G. S. at Preston Avenue and resulted in a win by 16 points to 13. Tynemouth took the lead with a penalty goal kicked by Beardall; but Hexham replied with two tries, both of which were converted. Just before half-time Donaldson ran well for a grand try which Beardall converted to make the score Hexham 10, Tyne-mouth 8. In the second half Tynemouth had the advantage of the wind and went ahead with tries by Manning and Fairbairn, the second of which Beardall converted. Hexham pressed hard and scored an unconverted try just before No Side.

Great improvement has been made in all departments of the game and we look forward to next term's fixtures with confidence; but there are still some members of the team who must realise the necessity for hard, low tackling and for falling on the ball.

Donaldson has captained the side well and has developed into a force-ful attacking three-quarters and has set a fine example by his hard tack-ling. Donn was the leader of a hard-working pack in which he and Manning were outstanding, while Armstrong, though very much younger than the rest of the team, showed great enthusiasm and determination.

Junior XV Colours have been awarded to :—A. M. Donaldson, A. G. Potts, D. J. Slater, G. A. Fairbairn, J. A. Heald, P. Donn, H. P. Manning.

RESULTS Under 14 v. South Shields High School Home LOST 3-18 Under 14 v. Hexham Grammar School Away WON 17-15 Bantams V. Dame Allan's Home WON 6-0 Under 14 V. Morpeth Grammar School Home WON 18-5 Under 14 v. Hexham Grammar School Home WON 16-13

Tries were scored by:-—Donaldson (6), Potts (5), Slater ('2), Fairbairn, Manning, Oliver J. D., Archer.

THE SCHOOL CONCERT The school concert was held in Holy Saviour's Parish Hall on Monday,

15th December, and began with a presentation of "The Mad Hatter's Tea Party" by Form I, who shewed considerable talent for slapstick comedy. This was followed by two short but amusing sketches from IIB.

One of the most interesting items of the evening was IIA's Puppet Play, which was memorable not only for the skill with which the figures were manipulated but for the speaking of the lines, Faddy being especially convincing as the tipsy Scottish farmer.

A musical interlude was provided by the fifth form duettists, Brown and Gofton, who played a medley of piano pieces.

At this point the third form introduced a seasonable note with their play "Robin Hood and Father Christmas". The Merry Men provided a colourful spectacle, though it was evident that Griffiths, as the portly Friar Tuck, was experiencing considerable difficulty with the distribution of his excessive avoirdupois.

VIA entered the realm of burlesque with their original Victorian melodrama, "Marmaduke's Return", after which Sheales gave accurate performances of two piano pieces, the Dream of Olwen and Chopin's Polonaise in A Major.

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The fourth form deserve high praise for their "Dress Rehearsal", an extremely amusing sketch, in which Mrs. Sunbeam, ably portrayed by J. B. Oliver, was attempting to produce a play under very trying circum-stances. The substitution of a bath for the sofa provided a number of hilarious and 'scandalous' situations.

The recent re-forming of the Home Guard inspired VIB to write and produce a sketch, entitled 'England expects that every man ". In spite of the valiant eSorts of Sergeant Dunlevy, the parade was distracted by the fair sex, completely disorganised by Thompson's demonstration of the Charleston and disbanded abruptly by the arrival of opening time.

During the concert the audience sang three well-known Christmas carols.

In conclusion we wish to thank the Vicar for allowing us to use the hall and all those who contributed to an enjoyable entertainment.

"THE FRIDAY CLUB" We must thank Mr. Reid for his invaluable work for the "Friday

Club" during the past three years and welcome Mr. Chapman as his successor in the role of President.

The Annual General Meeting was held on Monday, September 22nd, when G. R. Scott was elected Secretary in succession to W. G. Stratford. S. Carrick retained his place on the Committee and W. F. Partridge, H. Jeficock and J. Yarham became members for the first time.

The season began with a "Musical Evening" on October 3rd, when Messrs. Carrick and Lavelle provided a programme of records to please all tastes. Other outstanding items were : The Television Show, kindly pre-sented by Mr. Johnson; "My Experiences as a Prisoner of War" bv the Reverend Hullah, and the parlour games, "Talk yourself out of this" and "One minute please", in the course of which we received many visits from that now famous imaginary character "William Cuthbertson" accompanied by his friend David Hallwood.

This term has been more successful than of late mainly due to the consistent support of members of VIB. We hope, however, that with the New Year, the size of the audiences will increase especially from members of the IVth and Vth forms. ' G.R.S.

LIBRARY NOTES This term has been most successful for the Library. The number of

books taken out was considerably higher than that of last term. The main borrowers were once again the members of the lower forms with Form III well ahead of all the others.

The Library has been presented with many new books this term, including seven Arthur Ransome books and the M.C.C. Cricket Coaching Book, which are proving most popular.

SCHOOL OFFICERS HEAD B o y : A. S. Carrick. PREFECTS : A. S. Carrick, D. J. Lavelle, A. Lamb, J. Anderson, G. R.

Scott, W. F. Partridge, M. Stephenson, J. V. Welch. M. P. Dunlevy.

CAPTAIN OF FOOTBALL : A. S. Carrick. HOUSE CAPTAINS : Whitley Bay, A. Lamb.

Tynemouth, D. J. Lavelle. Monkseaton, A. S. Carrick. North Shields, G. R. Scott.

T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L M A G A Z I N E

SPRING TERM

SCHOOL NOTES Speech Day was held on Saturday, February 7th, at the Carlton

Cinema, Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by the Mayor of Tyne-mouth, Councillor T. W. Crawshaw.

In the morning a service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the address was given by the Archdeacon of Northumberland, The Ven. C. H. Ritchie, M.A.

The House Shield was won by Whitley Bay and the House Cup by Monkseaton.

iWvctc \ III. J. G. McWhirter. IIA. G. G. Brown, G. A. Campbell. IIB. G. K. Smith. Jun. P. H. James, J. A. Lindsay, P. Lowrie. T.P.S. I. J. Sawers, G. E. Shaw, C. P. Watson. R. Webb.

Valete V. M. J. Dix, W. F. Jackson. IV. A. K. Walker. T.P.S. T. R. P. Martin.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : D. J. Lavelle.

Success this term has been confined principally to scholastic achieve-ments. We congratulate D. Thompson on his success in the G.C.E. last December and also Stephenson, Mangenie, Dean and Gray on their high positions in form.

Stephenson has been our only regular representative in the 1st XV. Slater and Fairbairn have played regularly in the Junior XV.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : A. Lamb.

In the House Matches which were played towards the end of term, we succeeded in obtaining second place. The 1st VII won two games and drew one, but the second team, despite valiant efforts, were beaten in all but one of their matches. Welch, Topps, Carr, Parritt and Lamb played regularly for the School XV and Heald, Milne, Manning and McDonald G. were the House representatives on the 'Under 14'.

We congratulate Sheales, Gordon, Evans H., Jackson D., Duncan and Jackson A. on gaining high places in their respective forms.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : G. R. Scott.

This term has been a successful one for the House in most branches of school life.

We congratulate Yarham on his success in the December G.C.E., and also those who have gained high places in their forms.

Our main successes this term have been on the 'rugger' field. We congratulate Dunlevy and Darling who, apart from playing for the County Under 15 (Dunlevy being captain), also progressed via the Northern)

Counties Trial at Gateshead to play for the Northern Area against the Midlands at Sheffield. After this game Dunlevy was chosen to play in the final England Trial at Bath, Darling being chosen to travel as reserve. During the course of the game at Bath, Dunlevy had to retire suffering from concussion and was most unlucky not to gain a place in the English Team to play against Wales. Later Dunlevy and Darling were chosen to play for the Northern Area team against the Border Schools at Hawick. Dunlevy was captain and scored a good try.

We have been represented on the School XV by Dunlevy, Checkley and Darling. Colours were awarded to Dunlevy and Darling. In the Junior XV, Potts, Donn, Oliver J. B., Oliver J. D., Archer and Armstrong represented the House.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : A. S. Carrick.

We congratulate Partridge, Gair, Burke and Hulme on their high form positions.

Bootle gained a place on the County Under 15 side and later on th1; Northern Area side. He was unfortunate in not being picked for the England versus Wales team after doing so well in the final Trial at Bath.

Our representatives on the School XV were Carrick, Bootle, Soden, Hallwood, Harrison and Anderson. Carrick captained the side and Bootle was awarded his Colours. On the Junior team Bootle, Soden, Laidler, Christison, Donaldson and Gair played regularly.

We crowned our successes by winning the House Matches, both teams being undefeated.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL During the Christmas holidays the majority of the 1st XV played for

either the Percy Park or Rockcliff Schoolboys' sides, while Carrick also played in the County All-Age Trial, and there is no doubt that all profited from the experience as proved in the three matches played this term. The team showed a remarkable improvement, losing the first two by a fairly narrow margin and deservedly winning the last. The School also entered a team for the Seven-a-sides at Morpeth, and though knocked out in the first round by a much heavier side, put up a very creditable per-formance.

In January, Dunlevy (Captain), Bootle, Darling and Topps again played for the County Under 15 against Cleveland. Later Dunlevy, Bootle and Darling played in the North of England Trial at Gateshead : after this game all these three were picked to play in the North v. Midlands Trial at Sheffield. Dunlevy and Bootle went on to play in the Final England Trial at Bath, and Darling travelled as reserve but did not pet a game. Dunlevy unfortunately had concussion early in the game and had to leave the field, so spoiling his very strong chance of an England Cap; Bootle was chosen as reserve Full-back for England.

At the end of March Dunlevy (Captain), Bootle and Darling played for the North of England against the Border Schools; and Dunlevy fittingly scored the winning try.

To these three and to Tonps who narrowly missed being picked to play in the North of England Trial we offer our heartiest congratulations. They have brought great honour to the School and next season should make the foundation on which to build a really good 1st XV.

D.S.U. RUGBY FOOTBALL

School 1st XV v. South Shields H.S. (Played at Percy Park, Saturday, January 24th).

Played in ideal conditions this was an excellent game as both sides

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heeled at every opportunity and there were many good passing movements. The School were without Carr and Bootle but greatly strengthened by the return to the pack of Darling. South Shields were heavier and faster, but so good was the School's defence that in spite of repeated attacks they could score only once in the first half. South Shields scored again soon after half-time, but then Dunlevy followed up a long kick of his to the corner-flag and scored wide out. The School again attacked with the forwards initiating passing movements and backing up intelligently, but could not score. School now tired and South Shields scored twice more. Carrick and Dunlevy played excellently, while of the forwards Darling was outstanding.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points. South Shields U.S., 1 goal, 3 tries, 14 points.

Dunlevy and Darling were awarded their 1st XV Colours after the match. Team—Dean, Parritt B., A. S. Carrick, Dunlevy, Anderson, R. F. G.

Checkley, Welch, Tait T., Stephenson, Hallwood, Lavelle, Soden, Darling, Lamb, Topps.

School 1st XV v. Morpeth G.S. 2nd XV. (Played at Morpeth, Wednesday, February 6th).

Although played in a high wind this was an excellent game, and the School, who throughout looked the better side, were somewhat unlucky to lose and had Bootle and Topps been playing would undoubtedly have won. Tynemouth scored first from a kick ahead and quick follow-up by Dunlevy. Then Hallwood caught the ball from a drop-out, ran straight for the line and was tackled just short of it. A quick heel from the loose scrum enabled the School to score again. Welch scored after a forward rush. Then) Morpeth took advantage of bad line-out work to burst through and score. After half-time Morpeth were able to make more use of their weight for-ward and scored three more tries, all of which could have been prevented by resolute tackling. Tynemouth continued to attack and Welch broke away cleverly and ran through on his own to score.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 3 tries, 14 points. Morpeth G.S., 1 goal, 1 penalty goal, 4 tries, 20 points.

Team—Dean, Anderson, A. S. Carrick, M. P. Dunlevy, Parritt B., R. F. G. Checkley, Welch, Tait T., Atkinson, Hallwood, D. A. Carr, Soden, Lamb, Lavelle, D. R. Darling.

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay G.S. 1st XV. (Played at Whitley Bay, Thursday, March 12th).

This game was played on a ground which was almost dangerously hard and there was some understandable hesitancy in tackling and falling on the ball by both sides.

As so often the School were slow to settle down, but then attacked in a series of passing movements, but failed to score. Before half-time Hall-wood kicked a good penalty goal. The School failed to make use of the slope in the second half, but did much more attacking than Whitley Bay. At length Checkley intercepted and ran through to score between the posts. Hallwood converted. Whitley Bay then atacked by foot rushes and were once unlucky not to score. Finally they kicked an easy penalty goal.

Carrick played a real captain's game throughout : he was resourceful in attack and faultless in defence, saving one certain try by a brilliant tackle. Bootle fumbled once or twice but otherwise was, as usual, very sure. Welch, especially in harrying his opposite number, was very good indeed, whilst Darling was clearly the best forward on the field.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 1 penalty goal, 8 points. Whitley Bay G.S., 1 penalty goal, 3 points.

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Team—V. T. Bootle, Anderson, A. S. Carrick, M. P. Dunlevy. Parritt B., R. F. G. Checkley, Welch, Harrison W., Stephen-son, D. R. Darling, D. A. Carr, Lavelle, Topps, Lamb, Hallwood.

1st XV CHARACTERS A. S. Carrick. (Colours 1952-53). A strong-running and elusive

centre who times his passes perfectly. He has been outstanding in defence and a splendid Captain to a young side. By the example he has always set on the field he has most certainly contributed to the success of the Under 15 members of the team.

R. F. G. Checkley. (Colours 1952-53). A fly-half very quick to seize an opening, but has a tendency to lose his centres and has not yet learnt to pass correctly.

V. T. Bootle. (Colours 1952-53). The best full-back the School has had for many years. Exceptionally good at gathering the ball off the feet of opposing forwards. His kicking lacks length.

D. A. Carr. (Colours 1952-53). A strong, hard-working forward, covers well in defence, but is too inclined to kick and is not always fit.

M. P. Dunlevy. (Colours 1953). A strong-running centre, very quick off the mark, and an excellent kick. Passes well and tackles hard.

D. R. Darling. (Colours 1953). The ideal type of front-row forward. He is always aggressive, whether dribbling, shoving in the loose, tackling or falling on the ball.

Welch. A scrum-half exceptionally quick in defence, with an elusive break-away, he has failed to develop a long, fast pass.

Parritt, B. D. In many ways the most improved player in the school. On the wing he has been resourceful in attack and strong in defence.

Topps. A fast, quick-thinking wing-forward : always goes all-out and handles very well indeed.

Lamb. A fast, intelligent lock-forward, uses his height in the line-out, but is not yet aggressive enough.

Hallwood. A centre converted to prop-forward with considerable success. Handles afld kicks well, but must learn to keep his back straight in the scrum.

Soden. Still lacking in weight for a second-row forward, he is fast, handles well and is a good tackier.

Stephenson. Is becoming a useful hooker, and backs up well in the open.

Anderson. Thoufh keen he has lacked the confidence to make any-thin? like full use of his strength and speed.

HnrrUon, W. A hard-working forward, fearless in falling on the ball and tackling.

Seven-a-side matches were played as usual, each house entering two teams. T»n points were given for a win bv a 1st VII and Six for a win by a 9nd VIT.

Therp was little to choose between the first teams of Monkseaton. North ShHds and Whitlev B^v. and the fames between Monkseaton I and Whitlev Bav I. and North Shields I and Whitley Bav I on the first dav wre fast and excitine. North Shields I were unluckv to be without Chucklev when thev nlavd Monkseaton I on the second day and Monk-sea ton won more easilv than was expected. Of the 2nd VII's Monkseaton was the strongest but almost thrpw away their game against North Shields after establishing a lead of 11 points.

HOUSE MATCHES

RESULTS Monks^aton I North Shields I Monkseaton I

23 Tvnemouth I n Whitley Bay I 0 Whitlev Bav I

0 S 0

5

North Shields II Monkseaton II North Shields II North Shields II Tynemouth II

Monkseaton II

North Shields I North Shields I Tynemouth I

23 0 0

30

11 14 <J 0

o

Tynemouth I Monkseaton I Whitley Bay I Tynemouth II Whitley Bay II Whitley Bay II Tynemouth II Monkseaton II Whitley Bay II

0 14 29 0 3 0 3

11 8

Final Positions

Whitley Bay North Shields Tynemouth

Monkseaton 43 points 31 points 22 points

0 points JUNIOR RUGBY

The junior teams have not really fulfilled the great promise they showed last term. The Under 15 have won two games and lost one, the Under 14 have won two games and lost two, and the Bantams have lost their only game.

In the first match of the term the Under 14 defeated Whitley Bay Grammar School by 48 points to 0. Tynemouth were superior in all depart-ments of the game and were always on the offensive. The heeling from both the tight and loose scrums was far too slow; but Whitley Bay had no answer to the forceful running of the Tynemouth outsides. Tries were scored by A. M. Donaldson (3), A. G. Potts (3), D. J. Slater, G. A. Fair-bairn, H. P. Manning, Armstrong and Oliver, J. D. Tries were converted by A. G. Potts (4) and Oliver, J. D. (2), and D. J. Slater kicked a penalty goal.

In their second match the Under 14 lost to South Shields High School by 14 points to 3. In the first half Tynemouth held their heavy opponents to a draw; but poor tackling allowed South Shields to score 14 points in the second half. A. G. Potts ran well to score a grand unconverted try for Tynemouth.

In the third match the Under 14 defeated Whitley Bay Grammar School by 8 points to 3. This game was played under very wintry con-ditions with an icy wind reaching gale force at times and making it difficult to handle the ball. Tynemouth, playing against the wind, were kept on the defensive in the first half, though A. M. Donaldson and A. G. Potts made strenuous efforts in attack. Whitley Bay scored an unconverted try and maintained this lead till half-time. In the second half Tynemouth forwards heeled the ball more often than their opponents. After a forward rush H. P. Manning picked up on the half-way line and rounded several opponents to score a try which A. G. Potts converted. Although handling was difficult the outsides played well and Tynemouth took command of the game. A. G. Potts kicked a penalty goal to make the score 8 points to 3.

The Under 14 team's last match at Morpeth was easily the most disastrous of the season. J. A. Heald, the full-back, was injured early in the game and had to leave the field. Tynemouth appeared to be demoral-ised and allowed a heavier side to outplay them completely. Refusal to tackle and fall on the ball enabled Morpeth to gain an easy and well-deserved victory by 49 points to 0. Thus Tynemouth were heavily defeated by a team whom they had beaten the previous term by 18 points to 5. This game clearly demonstrated the fact that there is no substitute for resolute tackling and determined falling on the ball.

The Under 15 played their first match against Gateshead Grammar School at Preston Avenue. Gateshead attacked when they intercepted a pass from the scrum, but V. T. Bootle, at full-back, was very sound in defence. Tynemouth settled down and played an open game that was far

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too fast for their opponents. The forwards, among whom D. R. Darling, Soden, Topps and tiowarth were always prominent, backed up well and moved the ball about. In the second half Gateshead tired and Tynemouth took control of the game to gain a clear victory by 40 points to 0. Apart from a tendency for the centres to "turn in" and some dangerous lobbing of passes, every member of the team played well. Tries were scored by Donaldson (4), Potts (2), Topps, Peacock, Manning and Howarth. Christison and Potts each converted one try.

Junior XV Colours were awarded to G. W. Peacock. The junior teams have had a most enjoyable season and have made

considerable progress in all phases of the game. In conclusion heartiest congratulations must be given to those members of the Under 15 who were chosen for the final English trial, the North of England and the County.

RESULTS Under 14 v. Whitley Bay G.S. Away WON 48—0

v. South Shields H.S. Away LOST 3—14 V. Whitley Bay G.S. Away WON 8—3 V. Morpeth G.S. Away LOST 0—49

Bantams V. Dame Allan's Away LOST 9—14 Under 15 V. Gateshead G.S. Home WON 40—0

V. Ralph Gardner's Home WON 51—0 V. Tynemouth H.S. Away LOST 3—14

THE COAST SCHOOLS SHIELD In the first round Tynemouth played Ralph Gardner's School at Smith's

Park on Monday, 16th March. Tynemouth soon established their superiority over a side that had

no answer to the strong running of M. P. Dunlevy and were leading by 21 points to 0 at half-time. Although they played only twenty minutes each way, Tynemouth added a further 30 points in the second half. In spite of the margin of victory, several faults were apparent : heeling was slow, passes from the scrum were lobbed and the backing-up was often poor. Tries were scored by M. P. Dunlevy (7), V. T. Bootle (2), Donald-son (2), Potts and Sanderson. M. P. Dunlevy converted 6 tries.

Team—V. T. Bootle, Potts, Sanderson, M. P. Dunlevy (Capt.), Donaldson, Slater, Fairbairn, D. R. Darling, Laidler, Donn, Peacock, Soden, Topps, Manning, Christison.

In the semi-final Tynemouth played Tynemouth High School at Hawkey's Lane on Saturday, 21st March.

It was extremely unfortunate that Topps, Potts and Sanderson were unable to play. Tynemouth were on the attack several times in the early stages of the game but were unable to score. The forwards were not heeling the ball sufficiently often or sufficiently quickly to give their three-quarters opportunities, and the service from the scrum was slow and often lobbed. Tynemouth High School took the lead with a try which they converted. During one of their sporadic attacks Fairbairn scored a good opportunist try for Tynemouth when he went round the blind side of a scrum near the High School line. In the second half V. T. Bootle moved to scrum-half and M. P. Dunlevy to fly-half, but Tynemouth were unable to score again. The High School added three unconverted tries to make the final score 14 points to 3. Although every member of the side played to the best of his ability, Tynemouth were beaten by a heavier, well-balanced team who went on to win the Shield.

Team—V. T. Bootle; Donaldson, Jackson W., M. P. Dunlevy (Capt.), Oliver J. D.; Slater, Fairbairn; Donn, Laidler, Howarth, Peacock, Soden, D. R. Darling, Manning, Christison.

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SPEECH DAY In the morning a Service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which

many parents were present. The address was given by the Archdeacon of Northumberland, the Ven. C. H. Ritchie, M.A.

At the Prizegiving, held at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth, Judge J. Charlesworth presided. The Headmaster gave his report for the past year. He referred to the death of Mr. Brennan who had served the School tor five years as History Master and had endeared himself to all. Mr. C. Gray had been appointed in his place. Miss Marshall, who had been a member of the Staff for ten years, had retired from teaching and had been succeeded by Mr. M. Appleby who had been on the Staff for a short time in 1940. We are greatly indebted to Miss Marshall for her work and will miss her as a colleague. Referring to the Certificate results the Headmaster congratulated all those who had had successes. All the candidates at Advanced Level had won certificates and out of 18 candidates at Ordinary Level 16 had become entitled to certificates. Particular praise went to P. R. Hilton for his splendid marks in Greek, Latin and French, and to G. R. Scott and Hardie for equally fine marks in other subjects.

Among the Old Boys University successes included an M.D., a B.D.S., four B.Sc., three LL.B. and one Law Society Finals. The Headmaster then referred to the games. We had not produced any great cricketer but all seemed to enjoy their games. In 'rugger' we had created a new record for any school in that three boys had played for the North Schools in the 'Under 15' trials and all had been chosen for the final trial at Bath. Two of them played and the other was a reserve. Dunlevy, who was playing a fine game, was unfortunately forced to give up owing to concussion and so was denied an almost certain place in the Schoolboys' international against Wales.

After a reference to the new concession on the age-limit in the Certifi-cate the Headmaster stressed that a pass at Ordinary Level did not of itself mean that a boy was fitted to pass on to the Advanced Level.

The Prizes were presented by the Mayor of Tynemouth, Councillor T. W. Crawshaw. In his address he drew a parallel between the life of the School and that of the Borough of Tynemouth, both of which started life almost at the same time.

J. T. A. Slater. W. G. Stratford. Ordinary Level (Five Subjects or more).

P. R. Hilton. G. R. Scott.

M. R. Hardie. B. H. Nelson.

Ordinary Level (Under five subjects). H. J. Mitchell. D. N. Thompson E. H. Craney. R. E. Rhoades. R. B. Wallace. A. S. M. Wood. J. E. Hadaway. M. J. H. Studdy.

J. Wardhaugh. C. Scott. J. M. Yarham.

Stockdale Prize for Languages : P. R. Hilton. G. R. Scott.

FORM PRIZES VIB V. IV. III. II A. IIB.

A. Lamb. D. E. W. Laidler. W. R. Gair. J. D. Brown. B. H. Mason. M. R. Gordon. M. Henthorne. P. Burke. I. Watson. G. D. Evans.

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I. C. j. Mitchell. A. M. Hulme. Jun. (A) J. P. J. Rang. J. Fullarton.

(B) A. H. G. Miller. Progress Prizes—(A) J. C. Dodds. (B) K. O. Pugh.

T.P.S. i l l (A) K. Wright. (B) J. Rumbellow. II. C. P. Brown. I. I. T. Gilmore. Progress Prizes—III. M. H. Bridges. II. R. J. Spoors.

I. A. Bewick.

INTRODUCING FLY FISHING To my way of thinking fly fishing is one of the most interesting

pastimes —- and it can be very rewarding. For a start you must have a rod, a reel and a line. There are two

types of rods : the split-cane and the Greenheart rods. Actually I prefer the split-cane rod. These can be very expensive, but even so do get the best one you can afford even to begin with because a first-class rod will last you a life-time if you look after it. Many types of reels are to be bought and a learner can manage nicely with a cheap one. Lines too can be had fairly cheaply, but before fixing) the line a backing must go on.

Then where are you going to fish ? Northumberland has many good fishing rivers. I have fished the ALN, BLYTHE, BEAUMONT, COQUET, WANSBECK, the TWEED and TEVIOT which are in Scotland, also the LIDDLE and ESK. The trout in the ALN average a quarter to a half pound, but they are not very nice eating because there are so many of them that it is only at the end of the season that they are well-conditioned.

I think the best trout for eating are the Tweed trout. Late in the season they are hard fighters and you can have quite a tussle with them, but earlier on they are more easily caught. Boys under fifteen don't need a license for this fishing.

The ESK and the LIDDLE are mostly sea-trout rivers, but give up many salmon too. Actually the three best fish I caught in the season this year were sea-trout : not very large but delicious to eat.

1 must tell you about the flies themselves another time. This is grand, clean sport — why not try it ?

J.H.B. Form IV. THE FRIDAY CLUB

This term Dunlevy and Hallwood were elected to the Committee. Increased support has made the Club much more successful. On February 27th we had a talk on 'ruggier' from Mr. A. B. Baker and later in the term we had a 'Missions to Seamen' Film Show presented by Capt. Carnall and also a most interesting talk by Mr. Dudley Hallwood on 'My Cartooning Experiences'.

I would like to thank those members who by their consistent support have made the Club a much greater success than of late.

G.R.S. SCHOOL OFFICERS

Head Boy : A. S. Carrick. Prefects : A. S. Carrick. D. J. Lavelle. A. Lamb. J. Anderson.

G. R. Scott. W. F. Partridge. M. Stephenson. J. V. Welch. M. P. Dunlevy. D. I. Hallwood.

Captain of Football : A. S. Carrick. House Captains : Whitley Bay—A. Lamb.

Tynemouth—D. J. Lavelle. North Shields—G. R. Scott. Monkseaton—A. S. Carrick.

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SUMMER TERM

SCHOOL NOTES The Sports were held on Wednesday, May 6th. The prizes were pre-

sented by Mrs. Carrick. After the Sports, parents were entertained to tea by the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison.

Avete III. A. Rowell. I. K. G. Jackson. Jun. J. Appleton, P. M. Bradley, S. T. Gibson-Cowe, D. L. Heal,

M. A. Lindsay, D. W. Pethick. T.P.S. A. C. Dalrymple, C. M. Watson, D. F. Watson.

Valete VTA. A. S. Carrick. Prefect 1950. Head Boy 1951-53. XV 1952-53

(Captain). G.C.E. (8) July 1951. A. Level (1) July 1953. J. Anderson. Prefect 1952-53. G.C.E. (O.L.) (6) July 1951.

A. Level (1) July 1953. D. J. Lavelle. Prefect 1951-53. G.C.E. (O.L.) (7) July 1951.

A. Level (2) July 1953. VIB. W. F. Partridge. Prefect 1952-53. G.C.E. (O.L.) (7).

M. M. Stephenson. Prefect 1952-53. G.C.E. (O.L.) (6). B. C. C. Tindale. G.C.E. (O.L.) (3). R. F. G. Checkley. XV 1952-53. G.C.E. (O.L.) (2). I.Atkinson. G.C.E. (O.L.) (4). D. L. Gill. G.C.E. (O.L.) (3). W.P.Harrison. G.C.E. (O.L.) (2).

V. D. S. McLellan. D. Robson. III. N. Lacey. IIA. C. Ryle. G. D. Evans. I. K. Watson. R. Linkleter. I. G. B. Watson. Jun. J. Fullarton. M. Fullarton. W. D. Clouston. C. A. Gray.

N. H. Hobson. T.P.S. C. Thorp. G. Clark. H. Baldwin. G. McGillivray. K. Phillips.

J. Atkinson. C. Brown. I. Sawers. S. Dellar. L. Dale. D. F. Watson.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : A. S. Carrick.

This term was a very successful one both in work and sport. We must congratulate Gair, Burke, Faddy, Hulme and Bridges on gaining high places in their respective forms.

Sports Day was a successful event and we were placed second in the aggregate score.

Hallwood, Christison, Soden and Harrison W. played for the 1st XI. Congratulations go to Hallwood and Christison on the award of their Colours and to Hallwood on his excellent captaincy of the team.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : G. R. Scott.

The House has had pleasing success in all aspects of School life this term. On Sports Day the House won the House Cup by a comfortable margin and in the final of the House Matches we were defeated by Tyne-mouth House. We congratulate Checkley and Bush who won the Senior and Junior Sports Cups respectively.

We have been represented on the 1st XI by G. R. Scott as vice-captain, Dunlevy, Checkley and Potts. Scott and Dunlevy were awarded their

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Colours. Oliver J. D. gained his Junior XI Colours. We congratulate Corner, Brown G., Watson I., Armstrong and

Harrison G. on attaining high positions in their respective forms. TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES

House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : D. J. Lavelle. We won the Cricket Cup by beating Whitley Bay in the first round

and North Shields in the final. We have been represented on the 1st XI by Gill and Beardall and on

occasion by Dean. On the Junior XI the following members of the House have played, Fairbairn, Jarvis, Barkwill, Jackson M., and Harper. Junior Colours were awarded to Harper.

We congratulate Stephenson, Barkwill, Fairbairn, Gray, Mitchell, Merrick, Rang J. and Buglass on their high positions in their forms.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : J. M. Miller. House Captain : A. Lamb.

On Sports Day we were third to North Shields and Tynemouth and Manning is to be congratulated on winning the Middle Cup.

In the first round of the Cricket House Matches we were beaten by Tynemouth, the winners in the final.

We have been regularly represented on the 1st XI by Welch, Jegcock and Carr and on the Junior team by Heald J., Mason, Evans, Milne, Stenhouse and McWhirter. We offer our congratulations to Jeffcock and Welch on gaining their Colours. Jeffcock was also presented with a ball for his bowling feats.

We congratulate all who attained high positions in their forms and to all those who are leaving we extend our best wishes for the future.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS The Sports were held at Preston Avenue on Wednesday, May 6th.

Results— Long Jump (over 14):—1, Anderson J.; 2, Soden; 3, Bootle. Long Jump (11-14):—1, Manning; 2, Fairbairn; 3, Oliver J. D. Long Jump (under 11):—1, Bush; 2, Milner; 3. Merrick. Cricket Ball :—1, Harrison W.; 2, Dunlevy; 3, Gill. High Jump (11-14):—1, Manning; 2, Fairbairn; 3, Oliver J. D. High Jump (under 11):—1, Bush; 2, Sutton D.; 3, Whiteley. One Mile (open):—1, Checkley; 2, Lamb; 3, Welch. Quarter Mile (open):—1, Checklev; 2, Stephenson; 3, Gill. 75 yds. (11-14):—1, Manning; 2, Oliver J. D.; 3, Fairbairn. 75 yds. (under 11):—1, Bush; 2, Askew; 3, Smith G. K. 75 yds. (Jun. under 6J):—1, Holgate; 2, Harrison O.; 3, Hall. 75 yds. (Jun. over 6J):—1, Green; 2, Smith E.; 3, Chalmers. 100 vds. (over 14):—1, Carrick; 2, Dunlevy; 3, Checkley. 75 yds. (T.P.S. upper):—1. Robinson; 2, Rolfe; 3, Hulme A. 75 yds. (T.P.S. middle):—1, Shaw; 2, Hunt; 3, Anderson M. 75 yds. (T.P.S. lower):—1, Webb; 2, Fletcher; 3, Squires. 220 yds. (under 10):—1, Wardale; 2, Askew; 3, Smith G. K. 220 yds. (10-11):—1, Bush; 2, Sutton D.; 3, Duncan. High Jump (over 14):—1, Lamb; 2, Soden; 3, Gill. 220 yds. (13-14):—1, Oliver J. D.; 2, Manning; 3, Oliver J. B. 220 yds. (12-13):—1, Jackson M.; 2, Williams J.; 3, Towers. 220 yds. (11-12):—1, Armstrong; 2, Lewis C.; 3, Tenkins. Half Mile (senior):—1, Checklev; 2, Lamb; 3, Welch. Half Mile (junior):—1, Oliver j. D.; 2, Oliver T. B.; 3, Jackson M. 220 yds. (14-15):—1, Donaldson; 2, Topps; 3, Sanderson' 220 yds. (over 16):—1, Carrick; 2, Checklev; 3, Lamb. 220 yds. (15-16):—1, Dunlevy; 2, Soden; 3, Bootle.

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School Handicap (under 12):—-1, Watson I.; 2, Cameron; 3, Tocher. House Relay:—1, Monkseaton. Old Boys' Race :—1, Hall G. Parents' Race :—1, Mr. C. J. Kitchell. School Handicap (over 12):—1, McWhirter; •>, Darling D.; 3, Rowell. Champion of Sports :—Checkley. Middle Cup :—Manning. Junior Cup :—Bush. House Cup :—North Shields.

I SAW THE QUEEN Coronation arrangements in London were well-planned. Almost too

well-planned I think when I remember I was in my stand by half-past four in the morning ! Behind this and the other stands in Piccadilly were a number of refreshment tents, snack bars, and other conveniences for our use. Those with tickets for the stand could go in and out of the Green Park behind, but the others had to remain in their places once the barriers were closed. Every seat was provided with a sorbo cushion, but even so, by the end of the day it began to feel like a very hard piece of wood !

The troops, in full dress uniform, were lined along the route by 10 o'clock, having their lunch delivered to them at noon off Army trucks. For our amusement while waiting B.B.C. programmes were relayed con-tinuously, and it was in this way that we heard about 6 a.m. the wonderful news that Everest had been conquered. Later the Coronation Service itself was broadcast to us.

Then we had our moment. The procession started to come past. Contingents from all countries—Rhodesia, Ceylon, Pakistan, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, and so on. The 'mounties' from Canada made a grand splash of colour. The Royal Navy, the Army, the Royal Marines and the R.A.F. were all there on parade. Detachments of Foot Guards were followed by the carriages of other Rulers, all with escorts. His High-ness the Sultan of Lahej was among the first and H.H. the Sultan of Selangor. Other magnificently arrayed Sultans followed, but the applause reached a new peak when Her Majesty the Queen of Tonga came by with the Sultan of Kelantan.

Soon we were seeing members of our own Royal Family. Then — the Queen ! The Queen in her Golden Coach, with her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, by her side. What a moment in the lives of all of us who saw it. So long was the procession that it took over three-quarters of an hour to pass — yet it seemed only like minutes.

When the great day was nearly over the Mall was lighted up when the Queen switched on the illuminations, and a fireworks display followed. Altogether it was a very wonderful day, rain or no rain, and in years to come how proud I shall be to be able to say, "I was there."

X. W., Form III. THE ASHES

At last England has won back the Ashes. But there are no Ashes ! There never were !

The term comes from a casual joke made by a journalist over seventy years ago. The story of the Ashes goes back to 1882, when the Australians brought a touring team to England. It was not their first visit. They had played a Test Match at the Oval two years previously, and been beaten by five wickets. In their own country, however, Australia had won more Tests than England, possibly because England had never been able to send out her strongest team. Before the Australians could consider themselves England's cricket equals, they needed to win a Test in England.

Only one Test Match was played in that summer of 1882, when an Australian first innings score of 63 was followed by an England total of 101. So the first day's play ended with Australia 38 behind. On the next day, when the pitch was shockingly muddy, the ball was said to be like soap,

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but Australia put on 122 runs against the best of England's bowling. England needed only 85 to win. When the scoreboard soon read

15 for 2 the crowd was silent and wondering. But the tension slackened when the score mounted to within 34 of the required total without further loss. Two wickets fell quickly : maiden over followed maiden over : three wickets went down one after the other. The next batsman played on. Ten to win and two wickets to fall !

"Men who were noted for their coolness at critical moments were trembling like a leaf; some were shivering with cold, some even fainted". So said the Surrey secretary at the time.

The match was won and lost in the next over. Barnes went with the first ball, and the last man was in. His second ball nearly bowled him. His third ball did bowl him. Australia had won by 7 runs. What a game !

A few days after the match, the "Sporting Times" published this :— IN AFFECTIONATE REMEMBRANCE

of ENGLISH CRICKET which died at the Oval

on 29th August, 1882

deeply lamented by a large circle of sorrowing friends and acquaintances.

R. I. P. N.B.—The body will be cremated and

the Ashes taken to Australia. And that is how the Ashes were born. C. K. MacW., Form IV.

CRICKET ON THE GREEN It was dusk when 1 found myself wandering down a country lane,

and when a stranger came along and made to pass me I crossed to question him regarding our whereabouts. To my surprise I then noticed his dress to be that of the early nineteenth century : silver buckles on his shoes, a rich velvet tailed coat with lace at the cuffs, an elegant cravat around his neck and silver knobbed malacca cane in hand—all topped by a beaver hat. Looking down I was even more surprised to see myself similarly clad !

When I asked where he was going I received the reply, "And where else would I be going but to Broad Halfpenny Down to see the Gentlemen of Hampshire play the Rest of England at cricket ?" As he seemed to assume that I should be going to the match too I fell in alongside him. We talked as we walked and I learned that Hampshire was the leading county this cricket season and it was not uncommon for the Hampshire eleven to play and beat the Rest of England. My companion of the road said he expected Hampshire to win on the morrow.

Arriving at Broad Halfpenny Down we put up for the night at the famous Bat and Ball Inn, but before night fell we wandered over to the pitch for the next day's game. As we approached we saw the grazing sheep — put there to keep the grass short — suddenly scattered as two of the Hampshire cricketers set about getting some practice. They set up two wickets with a long bail across the top which was the wicket of that day before much bowling right through the gap between the stumps with-out disturbing the bail brought about the third middle wicket. When they both began to bowl at the stumps I asked if I might take guard with the bat lving nearby. They agreed and so I picked up a cricket bat slightly curved towards the end to play the first fast underarm ball sent down to me. Gosh ! how it stung my hands because there were no springs in those old bats.

The Rest batted first the next morning in a match being played for a

hog of ale and one hundred golden sovereigns. There was some heavy betting on the result of this match and most of it seemed to be on Hamp-shire to beat the Rest. The Rest of England's score was only 104 but it looked a lot of runs when kept on a long stick and making a cut for every run. Batting throughout the afternoon, Hampshire crept up to this total until, just as the light was going, Beldam of Hampshire hit a good one for which they ran four to bring the total to 105. Again Hampshire had beaten the Rest of England.

Arm in arm both teams and spectators were of good cheer as they hastened into the Bat and Ball Inn to refresh themselves with great brews of punch — but it was not for me, for at that moment the merry scene faded and I was looking round a twentieth century bedroom. My bedroom !

A.W.P. (Form III, Summer Exam. Essay). THE ROMAN WALL

A memorable day for last year's IIA was when we were taken on a visit to various places on and near the Roman Wall. Our first stop was Corstopitum, the Roman town at Corbridge. This was particularly inter-esting because of its granaries which were in excellent condition. Here was a museum too in which we saw the famous Corbridge lion : also it con-tained a painting of what the town probably looked like in Roman times.

Next stop the bridge at Chesters. Here the water had been used to drive a mill, and we saw the old mill-stone by the stream. Because it had been made of wood the actual bridge stands no longer, but the original buttresses were in very good condition, and when the water is low we were told that the remains of the old stone piers, used to support the bridge, are to be seen.

After taking lunch at the bridge we went on to the camp of Cilurnum at Chesters, actually on the wall itself. Two very interesting things appealed to us. First a strong-room or underground cellar which still had its roof and the stairs leading down into it. The other was a well, with a very deep shaft and still water in it of appreciable depth.

About a hundred yards away from the camp were the remains of the baths where the Roman soldiers would spend most of their spare time. On one of the walls there were several niches, about the use of which there seems to be some doubt. The Roman system of central heating could be seen in the construction of the baths : the floor was raised off the ground by means of small pillars and warm air sent through the space underneath from a fire. On our way from the baths to have tea at the George Hotel, we went into the Chesters Museum where we saw, amongst other things, the Chesters' corn-measure—famous because there is only one other like it.

i in the world. All too soon an excellent tea was finished and we were in the bus on

our way home. We had had a marvellous time, though Kitchen did lose some interest in Roman remains when he was stung on the knee by a bee,

t and we all agreed that we were greatly indebted to the Headmaster and Mr. Chapman for a very interesting and enjoyable day.

D.M.F., Form III. CRICKET NOTES

Long before there was any sign that Coronation Year was to be sportingly crowned by England's cricketers triumphing over the Australians to regain the Ashes, the School XI, under D. I. Hallwood, had eliminated from Monday morning assemblies a certain expectancy of announcement of cricket defeat which had dimmed altogether too many Summer Terms for the School.

Before May was out two hard-fought drawn games were followed by a resounding victory over a strong Whitley Bay Grammar School XI. Bat-ting first the School built up a useful score slowly but surely and without any indication of the drama in store for us. Whitley Bay went to the wicket when the School declared at 100 for 9, and with Jeffcock's first over

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the whole atmosphere of the game seemed to be electrified. Whitley's captain drove the third ball powerfully towards the extra-cover boundary, apparently a certain four—but Soden was racing round the line and he took as good a catch as one could see in a season in any class of cricket : he took the ball cleanly in outstretched hand, knee high, while on the run. We were still discussing a remarkably fine catch when, seemingly inspired by this example, Christison went full length in the slips to hold another. From that moment forward any resistance presented to the School attack was only of a delaying order. With Jeffcock returning figures of 7 wickets for 5 runs, Whitley Bay were all out for 9 !

A drawn game with South Shields preceded the Staff Match, which the School won despite the strengthening of the Staff fielding by Mr. Appleby's slip-catching. Dropped at a personal score of 7, Hallwood went on to the half century before falling to Mr. Reid's guile. This captain's innings proved to be the deciding factor in a most enjoyable game which the School won by 44 runs. Not for the first time—nor for the last, we hope—the Headmaster was top scorer for the Staff.

The first game at Hexham the School lost by 2 wickets, but not before the concluding 20 minutes, when Hexham were struggling for every run needed to pass the School's total, proved gripping enough for at least one member of the Hexham staff to miss an important bus. The next game, another draw, marked the pleasing resumption of fixtures with Rutherford Grammar School.

A keenly contested Parents match ended in a win for the School after the Parents had amassed a score of 122 — easily the highest against the School during the whole season. The wearing of a panama hat by a fatherly opening bat has given rise to some anticipation of Race Wednesday's game in 1954 displaying further sartorial pieces such as once lent colour and character to the game of cricket.

And so to Race Thursday, 1953, when a perfect cricketing day favoured what many consider THE contest of the season : School versus Old Boys' Cricket Club. The Old Boys batted first. With almost indecent haste we were brought excitedly to the edge of our seats when two of their wickets fell for no runs in Jeffcock's first over. Not to be outdone, Christison—now well established as the other opening bowler—claimed a third wicket in his first over which was a wicket maiden. At the end of Jeffcock's second over the scoreboard read :—4 wickets for 1 run ! Hardie alone resisted the wicket-toppling attack of Jeffcock and Chrisison, his 17 not out being a true captain's innings. Albeit, the Old Boys' total of 38 did not appear so small when the School's scoreboard read 3 for 16, but the innings of Hall-wood, Christison and Welch gave the School a good win with 4 wickets in hand.

Another drawn game was followed by defeat at Morpeth, strangely enough almost entirely due to dropped catches and misfielding in the deep.

Truly a highlighted season, and how fittingly it was rounded off with a remarkably good win over the formidable Hexham XI at Preston Avenue. Taking first knock Hexham were quickly in trouble as Jeffcock used a strong cross-wind very cleverly to bowl their numbers 2, 4 and 6 round their legs. Dismissing them for 20 runs, Jeffcock returned 6 for II, while Christison had claimed 3 for 5 at the other end in 10 overs of which 8 were maidens. Bowling of a very high order indeed. That the game was still to be won became obvious when a School wicket fell without a run on the board : soon it read 3 for 7 ! But again Hallwood and Christison took the School to victory with not-out innings.

Indeed this year's scorebook makes very good reading, and especially in the neat script of Lamb who proved a most willing and able scorer. This, the School's most successful season for more than twenty years is summarised thus :—

PLAYED WON LOST DRAWN 12 5 2 5

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And with the six cricket Colours and other members of this year's XI still at school, surely we can eagerly anticipate the 1954 season.

C.J.K. CRICKET PERSONALITIES

O. I. Hallwood. Captain. Colours 1953. The resurrection of the School's cricket this season has been in no small

measure due to his enthusiastic and intelligent captaincy, coupled with generally sound wicket-keeping and bold batsmanship. In the finest spirit of the game Hallwood the batsman has repeatedly attacked the bowling to give us, though not without grave risks at times, some 'brighter cricket' in fact. Yet on another occasion he surprised with an innings of unbending defence. Actually this points his greatest need as a batsman, namely, to achieve a happy marriage between his filibustering attack and wall-like defence. Resisting the wicket-keeper's temptation to 'play to the gallery', any mistakes he made were usually early in an innings and he became noticeably more confident on both sides of the wicket as the seasonj advanced.

Not alone by his captaincy of the School XI did he serve the School but also by gaining a trial for the Northumberland County Schools XI. Playing well in this trial he was not only selected for the final trial but played by the Selectors as Captain of the Possibles. Although the outcome on this occasion was preference for another, the School must be grateful to its Captain of Cricket for taking its Colours into County cricketing circles and he may be assured of good wishes for his success in 1954.

C.J.K.

G. R. Scott. Vice-Captain. Colours 1953. A steady and stylish opening batsman who often laid the foundation

which enabled the side to build up a solid total. His fielding has been an inspiration to the younger members of the team.

H. D. Jeffcock. Colours 1953. Still deceptively slender he has bowled with remarkable accuracy and intelligent aggression. No task appeared too great for him and he is to be congratulated on his many successes. An alert slip-fielder.

I. R. Christison. Colours 1953. Straight from junior cricket he took over the role of opening bowler with marked success. His accuracy and jjace off the pitch have claimed many victims. Although long spells of bowling affected his batting adversely, his ability and style with the bat were seen on occasion. A brilliant slip-fielder.

M. P. Dunlevy. Colours 1953. Never too happy to be an opening batsman he has shown himself to be full of runs when he settled to playing the strokes at his command. Always a good example of keenness and safety in the field.

J. V. Welch. Colours 1953. A batsman who knows all the strokes and on occasion displayed a fine selection in forcing innings. Such forcing of runs, however, he must learn to indulge only after playing himself into an innings.

Gill, D. L. His bowling suffered through his regular sacrifice of length and direction for mere. pace. As a hard-hitting batsman he has played many useful innings.

Soden. P. H. A promising slow bowler who had little chance to show his ability owing to the success of the openers. A very safe cover-point, sometimes brilliant.

Carr, D. A. Apart from keen in-fielding, his performances were dis-appointingly erratic in marked contrast to his known ability.

Checkley, R. F. G. Invariably on his toes, he displayed surprising pa-tience when batting and on one occasion played a match-winning innings. His speedy fielding in the deep saved may runs.

Beardall, D. W. A slow bowler of undoubted talent, fully and effect-ively exploited in a friendly joust with the Old Boys C.C., but he must flight the ball more consistently and let his average take second place.

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Lamb, A. To whom very many thanks for a job enthusiastically and well done as Scorer.

LEADING AVERAGES Batting.

D. I. Hallwood D. L. Gill J. V. Welch M. P. Dunlevy G. R. Scott I. R. Christison Bowling.

I. R. Christison H. D. Jeflcock D. W. Beardall

Innings; 12 11 13 13 11 13

Not Out: 2 2 2 0 0

Overs: Maidens: 73 25

118 25 39 3

RESULTS v. Tynemouth C.C. Juniors ... v. Royal Grammar School (2nd) v. Whitley Bay Grammar School v. South Shields High School v. Staff v. Hexham Grammar School... v. Rutherford Grammar School v. Parents v. Old Boys C. C v. Whitley Bay Grammar School v. Morpeth Grammar School... v. Hexham Grammar School

Runs: 221 88 99

109 89 77

Runs: 133 236 150

Highest Score: Average. 48 33 n.o. 30 n.o. 31 23 20

Wickets: 25 42 13

22.1 9.77 9.00 8.38 8.09 7.00

Average. 5.32 5.62

11.53

Drawn Drawn Won by 91 runs Drawn Won by 44 runs Lost by Drawn Won by Won by Drawn Lost by

2 wickets

wickets wickets

4 wickets Won by 6 wickets

HOUSE MATCHES 1st Round — Tynemouth beat Whitley Bay.

North Shields beat Monkseaton. FINAL — Tynemouth beat North Shields.

JUNIOR CRICKET Out of the matches played the Junior XI won four, lost four and

drew two. The batting has at times been good but too often after early batsmen

were out, later batsmen were prone to prod and poke with the result that they got themselves out.

Oliver has batted very well and deals summarily with loose balls. His innings against Whitley Bay was an admirable performance. Harper too has batted very well. Towards the end of term McWhirter, who had improved each game as wicket-keeper, showed that he has great promise as a batsman.

Most of the wickets have fallen to the slow bowlers. Harper bowled consistently well and had 3 wickets for 11 runs against Whitley Bay and 4 for 26 against South Shields. Most wickets fell to Stenhouse who took 6 for 40 against South Shields and 5 for 6 against Ascham House.

Fielding has generally been good, Heald, Fairbairn, Oliver and Barkwill being outstanding. There is however a tendency to remain static rather than to anticipate strokes and many valuable runs have been given away and catches missed.

Heald captained the side very well although the extra burden of captaincy detracted somewhat from his force as a bowler.

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It has been a very pleasant season's cricket and what has been lacking in skill has been compensated for by keenness and an obvious enjoyment of the game by all taking part.

J. D. Oliver, A. Harper and G. Stenhouse were awarded their Colours. Batting.

Innings. Not Out. Runs. Highest Score. Average. Oliver J. D. 10 0 173 43 17.3 Harper A. 8 1 87 29 12.7 McWhirter 9 2 59 25 8.5 Fairbairn 8 0 58 16 7.3 Heald 9 1 50 28 6.3 Harrison J. 8 0 30 12 3.8 Stenhouse 10 0 25 12 2.5

Bowling. Overs. Maidens. Runs. Wickets. Average.

Harper 50 16 126 17 7.3 Stenhouse 60.1 17 188 23 8.1 Oliver 65.3 14 154 15 10.0 Jackson 47 9 127 11 11.7

RESULTS v. Tynemouth C.C.... H. Won. Tynemouth C.C. 43 School 80/9 V. Whitley Bay G.S. A. Draw. Whitley Bay G.S. 53/9 School 47/8 V. South Shields G.S. H. Lost. S. Shields G.S. 142 School 35 V. Whitley Bay G.S. H. Won. Whitley Bay G.S. 75 School 79/8 V. Ascham House H. Won. Ascham House 42 School 45/5 V. South Shields G.S. A. Lost. S. Shields G.S. 89 School 39 V. Rutherford G.S. H. Lost. Rutherford G.S. 132/7 School 55 V. Morpeth G.S. H. Won. Morpeth G.S. 81 School 84/7 V. Ascham House A. Lost. Ascham House 84 School 61 V. Hexham G.S. H. Draw. Hexham G.S. 105/5 School 64/8

SCHOOL OFFICERS Head Boy : A. S. Carrick. Prefects : A. S. Carrick. D. J. Lavelle. A. Lamb. G. R. Scott.

J. Anderson. W. F. Partridge. J. V. Welch. M. P. Dunlevy. D. I. Hallwood. M. Stephenson.

Captain of Cricket : D. I. Hallwood. House Captains : Monkseaton—A. S. Carrick.

Tynemouth—D. J. Lavelle. North Shields—G. R. Scott. Whitley Bay—A. Lamb.

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AUTUMN TERM

The following were elected Prefects this term; H. D. Jelicock, D. R. Darling, P. H. Soden, V. T. Bootle, J. A. Dean.

G. R. Scott was appointed Head Boy and we were pleased to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Scott at his installation.

Avete IV. I. M. Toombs. III. B. S. Craig, R. M. Dean, J. J. Henderson, J. A. W. Young. IIA. M. R. Armstrong, M. J. Watson. IIB. D. M. Dowsland, R. C. Hay, G. E. Peacock, R. C. Riley,

I. K. Robertson. I. P. McA. Boyd, T. Parries, G. C. P. Dyer, A. W. E. Hill, R. A.

Hood, H. M'. Purdue, D. Simpson, H. M. Stoddart, P. T. Hannan. Jun. M. P. J. Carruthers, G. E. Spencer, P. B. E. Willis, F. R. Moat,

R. I. Mitchell, G. J. Wightman, R. H. Ketton, A. J. Martin, J. R. Dresser, C. B. Wreay, C. F. Dixon, N. L. Chalmers, P. Laverick, G. Graham, C. W. Hindle.

T.P^S. M. H. Stanley, J. J. Thorne, J. B. Thorpe, R. S. Topps, E. Watson, A. J. C. Hood, R. J. Kirkman, H. E. McCarthy, J. R. Robinson, R. M. Rutherford, M. M. Campbell, I. W. Drummond, P. McD. Drummond, G. J. Hayton, B. D. Johnson, R. F. A. Shotter, J. A. Baldwin, T. A. D. Barker, G. N. Pattinson.

Valete VIB. D. A. Carr. XV. 1952-53. G.C.E. July 1953, 1 subject.

December 1953, 1 subject. J. A. Forgie. G.C.E. December 1953, 4 subjects. J. S. Graham. G.C.E. July 1953, 4 subjects. December 1953,

2 subjects. B. D. Parritt. XV. 1953-54. G.C.E. July 1953, 4 subjects.

December 1953, 2 subjects. T. H. Tait. G.C.E. July 1953, 2 subjects.

V. W. R. Sanderson. III. P. F. Richardson, J. Williams. T.P.S. M. M. Campbell. Jun. C. B. Wray.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : G. R. Scott.

We congratulate Craham, Dunlevy, Forgie and Checkley on their success in the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination and Darling D., Oliver J. B., Harrison G. W., Brown G., Watson I., Peacock G. E., Stoddart and Simpson on their high positions in their respective forms.

We have been represented on the 1st XV by Dunlevy (captain), Darling D., Potts, Sanderson and Oliver J. D. Potts and Oliver J. D. were chosen to play for the County 'Under 15' team in three matches. Henderson, Craig and Armstrong R. were members of the School 'Under 14' team and the first two were awarded their Junior Colours.

Darling D. was appointed a School Prefect this term.

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WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : A. Lamb.

We regret the transfer of Welch from the House to be Captain of Tynemouth House.

We congratulate Jeflcock, Atkinson, Parritt B., Tindale and Carr on their success in the .G.C.E. Ordinary Level and also Brown J. D., Evans, Jackson D., Williams C. K., Fanshawe and Jackson A. on attaining high positions in their respective forms.

Heald was chosen to play for the County 'Under 15' team in the first three of their matches.

During the term Topps, Lamb and Parritt B. were awarded their XV Colours and Williams C. K. was awarded his Junior Colours.

Our representatives on the School XV have been Lamb, Topps, Parritt B. and Carr and on the Junior XV by Heald, Williams C. K., Stenhouse, Parr, Gibbin, Jackson M. and McWhirter.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : D. I. Hallwood.

We regret the loss of Carrick, for two years House Captain and Head Boy. We congratulate Partridge W., Laidler, Walker W., Harrison W. and Hallwood on their successes in the G.C.E. Ordinary Level and Gair, Burke, Faddy, Hulme, Whitfield A. S. and Moore on gaining high positions in their forms.

Bootle and Soden have been appointed School Prefects this term. On the 1st XV the House has been well represented by Bootle, Soden, Christison, Donaldson, Howarth and Hallwood. We congratulate Donaldson on being chosen to play for the County 'Under 15' in the first matches.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : J. V. Welch.

We welcome J. V. Welch who has succeeded Lavelle as House Captain. We congratulate Lavelle on his success in the Advanced Level of the G.C.E. ?nd Stephenson, Tait and Gill on their success in the Ordinary Level.

Mangenie M., Dean J., Fairbairn, Dean R., Mitchell, Rang J., Buglass and Purdue H. all gained high form positions.

Peacock G. W. was chosen to play for the County 'Under 15'. On the 1st XV our represenatives were Welch, Tait and Dean J. Welch was awarded his Colours. On the 'Under 14' team we had Fairbairn, Dean R., Jackson M.. Blades, Williams J., Jarvis and Harper A. Dean R., Williams, Jarvis and Harper received their Colours.

J. A. Dean was appointed a School Prefect this term.

OLD BOYS' NEWS Cambridge. D. R. Lunn (1938-48). 1952. History Tripos. Class 2.

1953. Theological Tripos. Class 1. D. N. Watt (1943-50). Prelim. Classics. Class 2. Group 1.

Durham. D. A. Robson. M.Sc., Ph.D. T. W. Lafiey. (1942-48). B.A. C. F. Mallett. (1935-38). M.B., B.S. J.F.Meredith. (1939-50). B.Sc. David Inglis Dawbarn

Prize for Electrical Engineering. G. J. Shaw. (1937-47). Final Chartered Accountants Exam.

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TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORT 1953

The activities of the Association this year have once again followed their familiar pattern. We commenced the year with the Annual General Meeting, followed closely by the Annual Dance at the Rex Hotel, Whitley Bay, and in June, the Annual Golf Outing took place at Foxton Hall, Alnmouth; finally, in October, the Annual Dinner, which was also held at the Rex Hotel.

There has however been a steady decline in attendances at all these functions. Only 20 Members attended the Annual General Meeting in the Hamilton Hotel, Whitley Bay, and only 133 people came to the Annual Dance; six Members played in the Golf Competition — won this year by Mr. McAughtrey — whilst a mere 35 Members came to the Dinner, which included two guests — Judge J. Charlesworth and Mr. T. W. Crawshaw.

Every effort to make these social functions more attractive and thereby increase attendances has been made by your Committee. The price of the Dance was reduced, better quality spot prizes were purchased and more novelties were distributed. A change in venue was made for the Dinner, from the Park Hotel, Tynemouth, to the Rex Hotel, Whitley Bay; but these efforts were to no avail as fewer Members attended these events than the previous year.

The Committee is very greatly disturbed about this apparent lack of enthusiasm resulting in such poor attendances at the "Old Boys' Gather-ings" which are part of the lifeblood of the Association and are, after all, the main reason for its foundation. It cannot be over emphasised that the cost of running the Association is continually rising and that funds are not inexhaustible — there are only two main sources of income for the Association, profit from the Dance and subscriptions from new Members. Membership of the Association now stands at 444.

J. H. DYE, Honorary Secretary.

TYNEMOUTH OLD BOYS* CRICKET CLUB The club has again enjoyed in 1953, a very successful season under

the captaincy of Mr. J. H. Dye. The results continue to show a high proportion of victories and the

season was remarkbable in that for the first time we entered for the Group Captain Home cricket competition and new ground was broken at Corbridge and Allendale.

At Whitsuntide the team spent the week-end at Corbridge and had a most enjoyable time.

We look forward to 1954 with our usual keenness and anticipation and would welcome any new members particularly those who have just left school.

TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL The School was plunged into activity at the very beginning of the

year in response to the W.V.S. appeal in connection with the East Coast floods, and more than forty cartons of clothing were sent to the distri-bution centres.

The Coronation provided a theme for many of the activities of the School. Great interest was shown in all the tradition behind the event, and by correlating many of the lessons, the children came to realise that they were actually living through an historic occasion. On the last after-noon before the Coronation, each child received a beaker and a box of sweets from Whitley Bay Urban Council. As a school memento of the

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event, each child contributed towards the cost of three pictures from the Medici Society. Each form voted for the picture they wished to have, and those chosen—child studies by Margaret Tarrant and Muriel Dawson—will give great pleasure.

Later in the term the whole school saw the film "A Queen is Crowned" at the Essoldo Cinema.

The annual outing for form III this year was to Alnwick. A party of thirty travelled there by special bus. We had permission to enter the Deer Park, where we ate a picnic lunch. The afternoon was spent in visiting the Castle, and then we went to Warkworth, where we had tea at the Sun Hotel. The weather was perfect and the outing proved very enjoyable.

During the term the Harvest Festival Service was conducted by Mr. C. J. Kitchell, and afterwards the fruit was sent to the Stannington Children's Sanatorium. In November we had a box-opening for Dr. Barnardo's Homes when more than £20 was handed over to the District Organiser who also showed films showing life in the Homes. The usual Christmas collection of toys was made for the Barnardo children.

Prize winners for 1953 are :— I. Carole Myers II. J. T Gilmore Ilia. Jane Horton Illb. C. Brown. Progress Prize—R. Spoors.

As usual the year ended with a Christmas Party, which the Head-master and Mrs. Ellison attended.

H.G.G. SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL

The Ist XV this term has developed into what is undoubtedly the best team the School has had since the war. Of the eleven 1st XV matches played six have been won and five lost, with the School scoring 129 points against 65. The 'Under 16' have played two matches against the Royal Grammar School, losing the first and drawing the second. As usual, the majority of the team have been boys of under 16, and some of them under 15, with the result that more often than not the forwards have been out-weighted. They have, however, more than counteracted this by their quickness on to the ball in the loose, the cohesion of their shoving in the scrums, and by seizing upon every opportunity to co-operate with the backs and turn defence into attack. The halves have established an excellent understanding with each other : the three-quarters have moved smoothly in attack and shown no weakness in defence, while at full-back Bootle has rarely made a mistake and often initiated attacks. To Dunlevy the captain must go much of the credit for his team's success, both for his confident leadership and the high quality of his own play.

We congratulate Peacock G. W., Potts, Donaldson, Oliver J. D. and Heald J. on being chosen to play for the County 'Under 15' against Cumberland, Cleveland and Durham.

D.S.U. RUGBY FOOTBALL

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay G.S. (Played at Whitley Bay on Thursday, September 24th).

Whitley Bay attacked first, but as the School forwards began to settle down the outsides saw more of the ball. From a quick heel from a loose scrum Hallwood cut through to score. Whitley Bay then attacked by long kicks, and soon scored an easy penalty goal. Play continued to be very even, with the School trying to get the ball out to the wings, while Whitley

Progress Prize—H. Lyall. Progress Prize—Sheila Edes.

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Bay's fly-half always kicked for touch, though at last he broke through to score. Whitley Bay soon scored again wide out. School then attacked fiercely and from the best movement of the match Dean scored. Dunlevy kicked an excellent goal. Near the end Whitley Bay scored again through irresolute tackling.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 1 try, 8 points. Whitley Bay G.S., 1 goal, 1 pen. goal, 2 tries, 14 points.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Potts, M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J., Parritt B. D., Hallwood, Topps, D. R. Darling, Christison, Peacock G. W., D. A. Carr, Tait, Soden, Lamb, Howarth.

School 1st XV v. Hexham G.S. (Played at Hexham on Saturday, September 26th).

The return of Welch to the side, allowing Topps to resume his correct position at wing-forward, made a great difference to the team. Hexham attacked first, but were obviously not nearly so strong as they have been in the last few years, and their three-quarters never looked dangerous. The School forwards, though out-weighted, opened the game out frequently, and the School did almost all the pressing in the first half. School opened the scoring when Welch worked the blind-side and passed to Parritt for a good try. Soon after this Dunlevy unluckily tripped over the ball when over the line and so failed to score. In the second half Hexham's greater weight began to tell and they did more attacking, and from a forward rush they scored between the posts a try which should have been prevented by falling on the ball. Five minutes later their fly-half ran through about eight of the School side to score wide out. Of the forwards Darling, Carr, Topps and Soden played excellently, Welch was very quick to turn defence into attack, and Dunlevy was always thrustful, while Bootle was, as ever, safe in defence and most enterprising.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points. Hexham G.S., 1 goal, 1 try, 8 points.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Potts, M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J. A., Parritt B. D., Hallwood, Welch, D. R. Darling, Christison, Peacock G. W., D. A. Carr, Soden, Topps, Howarth, Lamb.

School 1st XV v. Dame Allan's School 2nd XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 3rd).

Dame Allan's were much weaker than usual and throughout the game never looked like scoring. The School opened the game out on every possible occasion : the backing-up was excellent and two of the passing movements, initiated by a forward, were also finished off by a forward. When Dean scored his try after a beautifully judged kick over the full-back's head he had three of his own team up in support and no opponent near. When all played so well, it is almost invidious to pick out individuals, but Carr was outstanding for his work in the line-out and his tackling, whilst Darling, Topps and Lamb played with fire and intelligence. Welch was most elusive, and Dunlevy played a real captain's game. Tries were scored by Dunlevy (2), Lamb (2), Dean, Potts, Welch and Hallwood.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 7 tries, 26 points. Dame Allan's School, nil.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Parritt B. D„ M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J. A., Potts, Hallwood, Welch, D. R. Darling, Christison, Soden, D. A. Carr, Tait, Topps, Howarth, Lamb.

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay G.S. (Played at Whitley Bay on Thursday, October 8th).

Unfortunately Welch was unable to play in this return game and

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though Christison did well he had not Welch's quickness in harrying the opposing scrum-half. Whitley Bay's forwards, though not skilful, played with much more life than the School's, who were strangely sluggish through-out, apart from a short period in the second half. The School backs too often failed to find touch with their kicks, playing into the hands of the Whitley Bay's full-back, a long and accurate kicker. Whitley Bay scored three tries in the first half, all the result of determined forward play. The School attacked more in the second half and before long scored a push-over try. Dean then broke through, kicked ahead and won the race for the touch-down. Dunlevy converted with an excellent kick. Whitley Bay then scored two more tries; the School continued to press, but too many passes were taken standing still, and the heeling from the loose was too slow for the wings to have a chance of scoring.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 1 try, 8 points. Whitley Bay G.S., 5 tries, 15 points.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Parritt B. D., M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J. A., Potts, Hallwood, Christison, Soden, D. R. Darling, Peacock G. W., D. A. Carr, Tait, Topps, Howarth, Lamb.

School 1st XV v. Gateshead G.S. 2nd XV. (Played at Gateshead on Saturday, October 10th).

This proved to be a dull game : the opposition was surprisingly weak and throughout the match there was only one side in it. The School scored only three tries in the first half as numerous passes were either dropped or taken standing still. However after half-time Welch's passes began to come out without hesitation, and with Bootle playing as an extra three-quarter the School usually had a man over. The last four tries were all the result of fast clean passing right along the line. Had the heeling been quicker, many more tries could have been scored. Tries were scored by Dunlevy (3), Parritt (2), Hallwood (2) and Potts. Dunlevy kicked three goals and Hallwood one.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 4 goals, 4 tries, 32 points. Gateshead G.S., nil.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Parritt B. D., M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J. A., Potts, Hallwood, Welch, D. R. Darling, Christison, Peacock G. W., D. A. Carr, Soden, Lamb, Manning, Howarth.

School 'Under 16' XV v. Royal Grammar School 'Under 16' XV. (Played at Newcastle on Saturday, October 24th).

Owing to the calls of the County 'Under 15' Trial, the School team had to be reinforced by the inclusion of four boys over the age limit. The School started very well, and were the first to score through a try by Dunlevy. Hallwood kicked two penalty goals before half-time. The superior weight of the R.G.S. forwards then began to tell, and six tries were scored, the majority of them by big forwards forcing their way over when only half-heartedly tackled. The School continued to throw the ball about more than R.G.S. but the heeling was always too slow for the three-quarter line to get going smoothly.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 2 penalty goals, 1 try, 9 points. Royal Grammar School, 6 tries, 18 points.

Team : Heald J., Sanderson, M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J.A., Parker, V. T. Bootle, Jeffcock, Christison, Laidler, Oliver J. B., D. R. Darling, Soden, Lamb, Howarth, Hallwood.

School 'Under 16' XV v. Royal Grammar School 'Under 16' XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 31st).

Although the ball was greasy both sides opened the game out as much

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as possible, and the match was fast and exciting with the issue in doubt until the final whistle. As there was a weakness in defence in the centre on both sides, first one side and then the other would begin an attack which was not checked until near the goal-line. Tynemouth scored in the first five minutes when Topps intercepted a pass from the line-out, burst through and handed on to Oliver for the latter to score. Tynemouth again attacked and Christison kicked a penalty goal from wide out. R.G.S. then pressed hard and were only pulled up inches from the line. Tynemouth in the second half continued to open up the game from the loose better than R.G.S. but faulty passing prevented any movement from being finished ofi. R.G.S. scored two tries as a result of hesitant tackling. Throughout the defensive covering of the forwards was remarkably good, and in parti-cular that of Topps, Darling and Peacock. Bootle and Potts were out-standing among the backs.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 penalty goal, X try, 6 points. Royal Grammar School, 2 tries, 6 points.

Team : Heald J., Donaldson, Slater, Crawford, Sanderson, Potts, V. T. Bootle, D. R. Darling, Christison, Peacock G. W., Oliver J. D., Manning, Topps, MacDonald G., Howarth.

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay G.S. (Played at Whitley Bay on Thursday, November 5th).

For this, the third match of the term against Whitley Bay, the return of Welch to scrum-half and Topps to his correct position, proved the decisive factor, for both played excellently. Furthermore, the forwards were binding better in the loose and were much quicker than their oppon-ents to start passing movements. Tynemouth scored in the first five minutes when Topps intercepted : he was tackled short of the line, but the ball went loose and Welch dribbled over for a try. Then Tynemouth forwards attacked fiercely and Topps dived over to score. The School continued to press and Welch broke away cleverly on his own to score between the posts. Before half-time Hallwood kicked a good penalty goal. In the second half Tynemouth, playing up hill, though retaining the initiative, were unable to score and had to concede two tries. Darling was the best forward on the field and was well backed up by Topps, Peacock and Christison. Bootle, playing in the back row constantly stopped attacks developing and was quick to throw out passes himself. Dean played very well at full-back and Dunlevy was always a menace.

1st XV Colours were awarded to J. V. Welch and D. M. S. Topps after the match.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 1 pen. goal, 2 tries, 14 points. Whitley Bay G.S., 2 tries, 6 points.

Team: Dean J. A., Parritt B.D., M. P. Dunlevy, Potts, Donaldson, Hallwood, Welch, D. R. Darling, Christison, Peacock G.W., Oliver J. D., Howarth, Topps, Lamb, V. T. Bootle.

School 1st XV v. Morpeth Grammar School 2nd XV. (Played at Morpeth on Saturday, November 14th).

The ground was very wet for this match, making handling difficult : had it not been so Tynemouth must have won by at least twenty points. From the start Tynemouth attacked and remained in the Morpeth half of the field until five minutes before half-time. Three times the Morpeth line was crossed but the defenders just got the touch-down and once Dunlevy failed to take a pass from Dean who could have gone over himself. After half-time Tynemouth continued to press and Hallwood eventually broke through, judged his kick over the full-back's head beautifully, and scored between the posts. Soon after Welch had to retire hurt and the Morpeth forwards were able to exert more pressure, but the only time they looked

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like scoring Bootle brought down their fast wing with a splendid tackle. Lamb, who was leading the pack in the absence of Darling, played an excellent game while Topps never seemed to be more than a yard or so from the ball and twice dealt with the whole Morpeth back division him-self. At full-back Bootle was superb.

Xst XV Colours were awarded to A. Lamb after the match. Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 5 points.

Morpeth Grammar School, nil. Team : V. T. Bootle, Parritt B. D., M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J. A.,

Potts, Hallwood, J. V. Welch, D. A. Carr, Christison, Soden, Oliver J. D., Peacock G. W., D. M. S. Topps, Howarth, Lamb.

School 1st XV v. South Shields H.S. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, November 21st).

Although weakened by the absence of Bootle, Welch, Peacock and Potts the School put up their best performance so far. Handling was diffi-cult with a greasy ball, but both sides played good, open Rugby and many excellent movements were seen. South Shields had the heavier pack, but Tynemouth were better together, and so won possession as often as the opposition. Throughout the match play fluctuated from one end of the field to the other. Towards the end of the first half Dunlevy received a pass on the South Shields 25 and seeing a gap, made a tremendous burst for the line but was brought down a few inches short of it. Half-way through the second half the very fast South Shields wing got away and ran in to score. Tynemouth attacked furiously but could not get the man over and there was no further score. Playing their first game for the 1st XV Jeffcock and Sanderson did very well indeed. The forwards all played well and were excellently led by Darling, whose own play was outstanding : outside, Hallwood kicked with admirable judgment to relieve the forwards and Dunlevy set his side a magnificent example.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil. South Shields H.S., 1 goal, 5 points.

Team : Dean J. A., Parritt B. D., M. P. Dunlevy, Scott G. R., Sanderson, Hallwood, Jeffcock, D. R. Darling, Christison, Soden, D. A. Carr, Manning, A. Lamb, Howarth, D. M. S. Topps.

School 1st XV v. Dame Allan's School 2nd XV. (Played at McCracken Park on Saturday, December 5th).

The grass was very wet for this game making handling difficult. The School were slow to settle down and the heeling was so slow that Welch could not get the ball away to Hallwood. After ten minutes Tynemouth began to attack, but most movements broke down through dropped passes. Hallwood kicked a remarkably good penalty goal from close to the touch-line. Just before half-time from a heel from a loose scrum the ball went smoothly along the line to Dean who ran strongly to score. Hallwood again kicked an excellent goal. After some scrappy play the ball went along the line to Donaldson who ran with determination before passing to Dun-levy who had come up outside him : Hallwood again converted from far out. Then Dunlevy ran in for a fine try of his own making. Hallwood's kicking for touch when the occasion warranted it was excellent, and the whole side played with cohesion, being set a splendid example by their captain.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 2 goals, 1 pen. goal, 1 try, 16 points. Dame Allan's School, nil.

Team : V. T. Bootle, Parritt B. D., M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J.A., Donaldson, Hallwood, J. V. Welch, D. R. Darling, Christison, Soden, Peacock G. W., Oliver J. D., D. M. S. Topps, Howarth, A. Lamb.

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School 1st XV v. Morpeth Grammar School 2nd XV. (Played at Morpeth on Wednesday, December 9th).

Once again the grass was so wet that innumerable passes were fumbled by both sides. Nevertheless apart from a few short-lived attacks by Mor-peth, Tynemouth held the initiative throughout. After about ten minutes the ball came out quickly from a loose scrum and went out to Dunlevy who ran in for a good try. Hallwood converted. Play then became scrappy : Welch was very quick on to his opposite number and started several forward rushes but was himself too slow to get the ball away. Soon after half-time Donaldson made a good run but was pulled down close to the line. A few minutes later he again made ground : when he was tackled the ball went loose and Dunlevy, following up fast, dribbled over for a try. Tynemouth continued to press, but could not add to the score. Darling, Lamb and Topps were the best forwards : Parritt ran hard and was resourceful : Bootle in spite of the wet ball was never at fault and once more Dunlevy was the mainspring of the attack.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 1 try, 8 points. Morpeth Grammar School, nil.

Team: V. T. Bootle, Parritt B. D., M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J. A., Donaldson, Hallwood, J. V. Welch, D. R. Darling, Christison, Soden, Manning, Oliver J. D., D. M. S. Topps, Howarth, A. Lamb.

School 1st XV v. South Shields H.S. (Played at South Shields on Saturday, December 12th).

This game was an exhibition of Rugby Football at its best. Both sides opened the game out on every possible occasion and with attack and counter-attack moving the ball from one end of the field to the other the spectators were treated to a thrilling match. Tynemouth were the first to press and before long the ball came out quickly from a loose scrum and along the line to Parritt who passed inside again for Dunlevy to score. Soon afterwards Sanderson intercepted a pass on the blind side of the scrum and ran with gTeat determination for thirty or forty yards to score himself. South Shields then attacked, but were unable to give their ex-ceedingly fast left wing a chance to get going. The one time he did slip round Sanderson, Bootle smothered his attempted punt over his head and Parritt had come right across to cover. After half-time Tynemouth con-tinued to have the better of the game and were particularly quick to turn defence into attack. South Shields were then given two penalty kicks in the School '25 and both kicks were successful. Tynemouth attacked fiercely, but a bad pass in the centre was knocked on, taken by a South Shields defender and thrown out to the left wing who, outpacing everyone, ran three-quarters of the length of the field for a try. Tynemouth returned to the attack and again from a loose scrum there was a quick heel : the ball went along to Parritt and from him inside again to Dunlevy for the latter to score. This was easily the best performance of the team this term and there is no doubting the fact that the better side lost. Welch played far and away the best game he has ever played.

1st XV Colours were awarded to B. D. Parritt after the match. Final Score : Tynemouth School, 3 tries, 9 points.

South Shields H.S., 1 goal, 2 penalty goals, 11 points. Team : V. T. Bootle, Parritt B. D., M. P. Dunlevy, Dean J. A.,

Sanderson, Hallwood, J. V. Welch, D. R. Darling, Christison, Soden, D. A. Carr, Manning, D. M. S. Topps, Howarth, A. Lamb.

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JUNIOR RUGBY This term the Junior XV is much smaller and lighter than last season

and, in view of this, a record of four wins, five defeats and three drawn games is satisfactory. Even when soundly beaten by heavier sides, the team never lost heart or gave up. Great credit must be given to Fairbairn who captained the side excellently and inspired them by his determination and enthusiasm.

In the first match the side gave its best performance in defeating a heavy South Shields G.S. XV by 15 points to 3. Three of the tries resulted from breaks from the base of the scrum by Fairbairn who also kicked a penalty goal. Jarvis scored the fourth try.

In the second match Tynemouth drew with Whitley Bay G.S. Although they pressed hard it was not until nearly half-time that Fairbairn scored a well-deserved try. Whitley Bay equalised after half-time.

In the third match Tynemouth beat Gateshead G.S. by 17 points to 0. Playing with the wind, they were soon attacking. Tries were scored by Harper, Armstrong, Parr and Fairbairn. In the second half Fairbairn scored a brilliant try.

The matches against R.G.S., Morpeth G.S. and Hexham G.S. were lost. In all these matches Tynemouth were beaten by much heavier sides, though the margin of defeat, which was not always justified, could have been reduced by more resolute tackling and falling on the ball.

Against Tynemouth High School the XV played open rugger against a heavier side and were rewarded when Fairbairn scored. The High School equalised when poor falling on the ball allowed them to dribble through and score. Fairbairn crossed their line but lost possession.

The Bantams won both the matches against Ascham House by 23 points to 0 and 9 points to 3. Although they were well beaten by a strong Dame Allan's side by 31 points to 0, in the return game they did well to draw with the same team, neither side scoring.

While the Junior XV has shown general improvement there is much need for more resolute tackling and falling on the ball and for more deter-mined running in attack.

Junior Colours have been awarded to A. W. Harper, J. J. Henderson, C. K. Williams, K. B. Jarvis and B. S. Craig.

JUNIOR TEAM RESULTS Under 11 v. South Shields H.S. H. Won. 15—3. Under 14 v. Whitley Bay G.S. A. Draw. 3—3. Under 14 V. Gateshead G.S. H. Won. 17—0. Bantams v. Ascham House A. Won. 23—0. Bantams v. Dame Allan's A. Lost. 0—31. Under 14 V. R.G.S. A. Lost. 0—42. Under 14 v. Morpeth G.S. A. Lost. 3—38. Under 14 V. Tynemouth H.S. A. Draw. 3—3. Bantams V. Ascham House A. Won. 9—3. Under 14 V. South Shields H.S. A. Lost. 0—14. Under 14 V. Hexham G.S. A. Lost. 0—23. Bantams V. Dame Allan's H. Draw. 0—0.

SEA FISHING AT WHITLEY BAY Not many people know that you can fish in the sea from the beach.

But you don't just go down anywhere on the beach and rocks and start fishing.

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First it is advisable to join the local fishing club, because there you can find out where the fish are to be at different times of the year, what kind of bait to use, and the depths of water around the coast. For instance, in January and February of this year we had the best fishing months for cod and flat fish of the whole year. January of this new year has been excellent so far, too.

Between Panama and the Lighthouse I have caught many cod, all weighing over 1-lb., and always when the tide was low and the sea very rough. These are the ideal conditions because then the fish come in close and only a twenty yard cast is needed. With a 120 yard cast a friend of mine caught a 12-lb. cod. Both of us use mussels for bait on a single hook.

As the weather becomes warmer the fish prefer the deeper water and then a very long cast is needed. As long casting is difficult many anglers then prefer to go out in a boat, but it isn't really necessary.

For beginners I advise the buying of a strong rod and a good sea-worthy reel. I once had a cheap reel which wouldn't run very freely, and at another time a cheap rod snapped when I had a large fish on it. Oil your reel regularly and do keep sand off the ball-bearing. A stand is necessary for your rod, also, I must say before I finish, a great deal of patience. But it is all worth it when you catch a fish.

In the summer, when there are few large fish to be caught from the beach, the best fun can be had with a simple handline at St. Mary's Light-house or on the Table Rocks at high tide. Limpet bait can easily bring a haul of tasty eels and crabs if you like that sort of thing !

N.R.F., Form IV.

THE SCHOOL CONCERT The School Concert was held in Holy Saviour's Parish Hall on Monday,

15th December, and began with a presentation of the "Donkey's Tail" by Forms lib and I with Jackson showing considerable talent as a rustic Sherlock Holmes.

Next the Fifth Form presented a brief sketch entitled "Nature Abhors a Vacuum", in which Mr. Christison, the local representative of the 'Streuth' Vacuum Company vainly endeavoured to sell one of his products. Unfortunately it transpired that electricity was not laid on in Mrs. Brown's house and Mr. Christison's 'Streuth' would not work on gas.

A piano interlude followed — melodies of Tchaikowsky played bv A. S. Nicol.

At this point Ila brought us down to earth with "The Hole in the Road" which gave us an insight into how, in fact, road workers employ their time — obviously not very profitably. The Tyneside accent was remarkable.

Next the Third Form presented "Listen with Father"—the B.B.C. programme for fathers and children at home.

We read such a lot about what happens in the city that the Fourth Form decided to show us what happened in the "Wicked Country."

We were then entertained by D. E. Jackson at the piano. The Fourth Form again took the stage with "The Colonel takes a

Bath"—a rather unusual scene in a boarding-house bathroom. Colonel Williams was trying very hard to have his bath in peace and quiet but was somewhat frustrated by certain 'guests' who persisted in seeing him and making themselves at home in his private apartments.

Via then presented the first part of their miming act. First we heard the popular song—Lucky Number—which comprised the majority of the form; then Welch, looking extremely lady-like in his female outfit, invited

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the audience to "Take me in your arms and hold me." Finally Jeffcock gave us his impression of "I 'm the Factotum of the Town" from Rossini's Barber of Seville.

The Fifth Form then presented a study in Tyneside gossip entitled "The Corner Shop." All the local chatter-boxes gathered at a certain store and discussed a wild rumour about the death of a neighbour. A happy ending came, however, when the subject of the rumour, Bella Jones, arrived on the scene. Though covered with spots she appeared far from dead.

After this we were taken by VIb to a well-known London hospital for "Operation Silhouette," in which a patient, or rather victim, was sub-jected to having most of his limbs and organs removed.

Finally Via presented the second part of their musical—"I believe"; a violin solo by D. Hallwood; "Tell me a story" featuring JefEcock and Hallwood (Jeffcock's short trousers evidently still fit him) and Blaydon Races.

In conclusion we wish to thank the Vicar for the use of the Hall and all those who contributed to a very enjoyable evening.

LIBRARY NOTES This year a new library catalogue has been compiled and all the books

have been numbered. The books which "had to be withdrawn in the process of re-organisation are gradually being replaced by gifts. Mr. Kitchell has given a large number of Westerns and thrillers and we hope that many more books will be given to the Library.

Ila is the only form which has shown any great interest in the library, but we hope that other forms will follow their example in the future.

W.J.N.W. D.E.W.L.

A PRIZE — A PRIZE ! ! If you want to win a prize then fill in the following blanks correctlj

and then apply to me in Form III. The sender of the first correct solution opened will be the winner.

1. "Friends, Romans,. 2. "To where the rolled its waters." 3. "Into the valley of death rode the hundred 4. "Sir Ralph the walked his deck.''' 5. "Those are the pearls that were his ". 6. "Confound their 7. "Give me of your.. O ! Birch-Tree." 8. "But how the ....was on the rack." 9. "Out spot."

10. "I chatter, chatter as I " . G.G.B., Form III.

THE FRIDAY CLUB The Annual General Meeting was held on September 15th when H. D.

Jeffcock was elected Secretary in succession to G. R. Scott. Walker, Welch and Dunlevy were elected to the Committee.

A table tennis tournament was held at the first meeting. This was followed by the popular parlour games "One Minute Please" and "Tell us a Story."

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Later on in the term, the Club paid a visit to the Headquarters of the Newcastle Police which proved highly interesting to those who attended. Later a debate was held on the motion that "Rugby is a Reversion to Barbarism." Mr. Gray's eloquence astonished us but the highlight of the evening proved to be Hilton's views on Rugby Football.

It is a pity that on the last Friday of term, the attendance at a 'Quiz' dropped to four people, three of whom knew the answers. Let us hope for an improvement in the attendance next term.

H.D.J.

SCHOOL OFFICERS Head Boy : G. R. Scott.

Prefects : G. R. Scott, A. Lamb, M. P. Dunlevy, H. D. Jeflcock, J. V. Welch, D. I. Hallwood, D. R. Darling, P. H. Soden, V. T. Bootle, J. A. Dean.

House Captains : North Shields—G. R. Scott. Whitley Bay—A. Lamb. Monkseaton—D. I. Hallwood. Tynemouth—J. V. Welch.

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T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L

M A G A Z I N E

SPRING TERM

SCHOOL NOTES

Speech Day was held on Saturday March tith, at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by Professor R. Bradlaw, C.B.E., M.D.S., F.R.C.S., etc., Dean of the Sutherland Dental School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

In the morning a service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the address was given by Rev. Canon C. D. W. Davis, Rector of Wallsend.

Avete III. R. Sheales. Jun. K. C. Bilclough, R. D. Simons. T.PS. C. Applegarth, R. A. Smith.

Valete VIB. S. Whitfield. V. B. E. Milne, M. C. Alexander. F. M. Brown. IV. M. W. Leyshon. III. I. D. Pattison. IIA. C. G. Wren, E. II. Richardson. IIB. J. Cowen. I. P. Sowerby. Jun. D. W. Pethick. T.P.S. J. P. C. Rolfe, J. E. Horton, J. A. Baldwin, B. A. Marr.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr J. M. MILLER. House Captain : A . LAMB.

In the House Matches played towards the end of term we were awarded the "wooden spoon". The 1st XV did not succeed in winning any matches but the 2nd XV won one and drew one.

We have been represented on the School XV by Topps and Lamb. Jackson D., Williams C., Stenhouse, McWhirter and Parr played regularly for the Under 14.

We congratulate Milne, Mason, Jackson D. and Farries on their high positions in their respective forms.

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NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES

House Master : Mr. R . FULLERTON. House Captain : G. R . SCOTT.

We succeeded in gaining first place in the House Matches this term; our 2nd team was unbeaten in their three games whilst the 1st team won two and lost one game.

Dunlevy, Darling D., Potts and Oliver have played for the School XV and our representatives on the junior teams were Henderson, Craig and Armstrong R.

We congratulate Potts who, having played in the Under 15 trials at Hexham and Sheffield, was chosen as reserve for the final trial at Gloucester. Both Potts and Oliver played for the Northumberland Under 15 team.

We congratulate Corner, Rowell, Brown (j., Henderson, Peacock G. E Legg J. and Stoddart on their high positions in their respective forms.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES

House Master: Mr. D . S. UNSWORTH. House Captain: D . 1. HALLWOOD.

We congratulate Faddy, Hulme, Bridges, Burke and Robertson on their high positions in their respective forms.

We have been represented on the School XV by Bootle, Hallwood, Soden, Christison, Donaldson and Howarth.

Donaldson was selected as reserve for the County Under 15 in the match against Middlesex.

In the House Matches we obtained second place.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. W A S T L E . House Captain : J. V . W E L C H .

We congratulate Gray, Dean R., Mitchell, Merrick, Rang J. and Purdue on their high positions in their respective forms.

We have been represented on the 1st XV by Welch and Dean J., and on the Under 14 by Fairbairn, Dean R., Jackson M., Blades, Williams, Jarvis and Harper. In the House Matches we were placed third despite our victories against Whitley Bay and Monkseaton.

We congratulate Peacock on being chosen to play for the County Under 15 against Middlesex.

CHU CHIN CHOW ON ICE On March 15th the Headmaster very kindly took 4 party of Prefects

to the Theatre Royal to see the famous Musical Tale of the East, "Chu Chin Chow" on ice.

As very few of us had previously seen a presentation on ice, we eagerly awaited the rise of the curtain. When the show began we gazed on a superb spectacle of vivid colours, glittering costumes and fine skating in which Sheila Hamilton as Marjanah and Ron Priestly as Nur-al-Huda Ali were outstanding. G.R.S.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL — Spring Term 1954. During the Christmas holidays the majority of the 1st XV played for

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experience. But the bad weather which then set in has made only one Xst XV match possible this term. On a wet ground with a much weakened team the School lost to Morpeth 2nd XV by 3 points. In .March the School entered a team in the Inter-schools Seven-a-sides at Morpeth. In the first round after a closely fought game we beat Hexham G. S. by 3 points to nil when Potts ran hard for a good try just before time. In the Semi-final we played the strong, fast and skilful Dame Allan's side, and though beaten by 17 points to nil, we were by no means outclassed. Unfortunately Dunlevy and Topps were unable to play and the team was : Dean J. A.; Potts; V. T. Bootle (Capt.); J. V. Welch; D. R. Darling; Christison; Soden.

We congratulate Potts on being chosen to play in the North of England "Under 15" Trial and going on from that to the North v. Midlands Trial.

D.S.U. SCHOOL 1st XV v. MORPETH G. S. 2nd XV. (Played at Morpeth on Saturday, January 16th).

For this game the ground was so muddy that handling soon became very difficult : the scrum-halves were unable to impart any length to their passes, so that there were few three-quarter movements. School, playing against wind and slope in the first half did well to be only 3 points down at half-time, especially in view of the fact that three of last term's regular 1st XV had left. In the second half the School attacked more, and from one of the few good movements of the game Dunlevy ran with great deter-mination to score a fine try. The greater weight of the Morpeth pack made itself felt in the last quarter of an hour, and following a forward rush Morpeth scored again as a result of the inexperience of the School's right wing. Of the forwards Darling and Topps were outstanding and Oliver J D., was very good in the Line-out until he tired. Dunlevy, Bootle and Dean J., were the best of the outsides.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 try, 3 points. Morpeth G. S.—2 tries, 6 points.

Team : V. T. Bootle; Crawford; Dean J. A.; M. P. Dunlevy; Whit-field S.; Hallwood; J. V. Welch; D. R. Darling; Christison; Soden; Manning; Oliver J. D.; D. M. S. Topps; Howarth; A. Lamb.

1st XV CHARACTERS M. P. Dunlevy. (Colours, 1953-54). A fast, hard-running centre, who

never forgets to feed his wing : resolute in defence and a very good kick, he has been an excellent captain.

V. T. Bootle. (Colours, 1952-3-4). His kicking has now improved and the consistent excellence of his play at full-back has never failed to give confidence to the rest of the team.

D. A. Can*. (Colours, 1952-3). A strong, hard-working forward, good in the line-out and very good in defence, he is too prone to punt for touch in attack.

D. R. Darling. (Colours, 1953-4). Immensely hard-working, a very good dribbler and devastating in defence, he has been a most inspiring leader of the pack.

D. M. S. Topps. (Colours, 1953-4). A first-rate wing forward : very quick on to the ball in the loose, and a strong runner : never hesitates to fall on the ball.

J. V. Welch. (Colours, 1953-4). Quick in defence, and most elusive in attack, his passes have become longer and faster. Has a very good sense of position in defence.

A. Lamb. (Colours, 1953-4). Fast and intelligent, is quick to open up the game for the three-quarters. He has yet to make full use of his height in the line-out.

IS. I). Parritt. (Colours, 1953). A strong-running wing, he has made good use of Dunlevy's openings. His covering in defence is excellent.

Hallwood. An excellent kick and faultless as a rule in his handling, he is still too slow off the mark for a fly-half, and his defence is not sure enough.

Dean J. A. A centre who has improved with every game : his defence is sound and he passjs well, but is apt to mishandle on a wet day.

Christison. Has improved considerably as a hooker. In the loose he handles beautifully and he has an excellent sense of position. He must learn not to hesitate in going down on the ball.

Soden. A hard-working forward, fast in attack : handles and kicks well and is an excellent tackier.

Potts. Very quick into his stride, he is a good attacking wing, but does not always go hard enough into the tackle.

Peacock G. W. A very hard-working prop-forward : dribbles well and goes really hard into his tackles.

Howarth. A back-row forward surprisingly fast for his build. He must learn to pass and to keep on-side and to improve his tackling.

HOUSE MATCHES Seven-a-side matches were played as usual, with two teams from each

house. Ten points were given fdr a win by a 1st VII, and six for a win by a 2nd VII. After the first two rounds Monkseaton led North Shields (who were much weakened by the absence of Dunlevy, injured) by one point. In th~ third round North Shields won both their matches, but Monkseaton 1st VII (in their turn weakened by the absence of Bootle) lost to Tyne-mouth. Of the 1st VII's there was little to choose between Monkseaton, North Shields and Tynemouth. but of the 2nd VII's North Shields was clearly the best and North Shields well deserved to be winners of the cup.

Results Whitley Bay I 3 v Monkseaton I 18 v Monkseaton I 28 v North Shields I 13 v Monkseaton I 5 v Whitley Bay I 3 v Whitley Bay II 3 v Monkseaton II 3 v Monkseaton II 0 v North Shields II 6 v Monkseaton II 5 v Whitley Bay II 0 v

Tynemouth I 8 North Shields I 0 Whitley Bay I 0 Tynemouth I 5 Tynemouth I 6 North Shields I 8 Tynemouth II 0 North Shields II 10 Whitley Bay II 0 Tynemouth II 0 Tynemouth II 0 North Shields II 3

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Final Positions North Shields Monkseaton .. Tynemouth ... Whitley Bay

38 points. 29 points. 20 points. 9 points.

SPEECH DAY

In the morning a Service was held at Holy Saviour Church. The address was given by Canon C. D. W. Davis, Rector of Wallsend.

Mr. Lazenby Pearson, who has succeeded Judge J. Charlesworth as Chairman of the Governors, presided at the Prizegiving at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth.

The Headmaster gave his report on the past year's work. After giving a list of the successes in the G.C.E. examinations he again pointed out the need for very hard work if a boy is to be successful at the Advanced Level. Many successes at the Universities were mentioned.

The standard of play in the games had improved very much and it had been noticeable that we were now competing on more level terms with schools very much larger than ours.

Prizes were then presented by Professor R. Bradlaw, Dean of the Sutherland Dental School in Newcastle. His address contained much good advice about living a full life. The theme, on which he was most emphatic, was that we must learn to think for ourselves, to have confidence in our-selves and to adapt ourselves to all the changes of modern life.

Prizes Advanced Level : J. Anderson, A. S. Carrick, D. J. Lavelle.

Ordinary Level : (Five subjects or more). A. Lamb, W. F. Partridge, D. E. W. Laidler, H. D. Jeff cock, T. S. Graham, B. D. Parritt, M. M. Stephenson, M. P. Dunlevy, W. J. N. Walker, J. V. Welch.

Ordinary Level : (Under five subjects). I. Atkinson, D. I. Hallwood, D. L. Gill, B. C. C. Tindale, R. F. G. Checkley, W. P. Harrison, T. H. Tait, D. A. Carr, B. H. Nelson, J. A. Forgie.

Stockdale Prize for Languages : A. Lamb. D. E. W. Laidler.

Form Prizes V. M. F. Mangenie, D. R. Barkwill, W. R. Gair. IV. A. S. Nicol.

III. D. E. P. Jackson. Ha. D. M. Faddy, I. Watson, lib. C. J. Mitchell, A. M. Hulme, P. M. Merrick. 1. J. P. J. Rang, D. B. Buglass. Jun. (A) J. Fullerton, K. Pugh, G. M. Vickery.

(B) S. M. Gilberg. Progress Prizes. (A) M. A. Lindsay.

(B) R. P. Clements. T.P.S. Ilia. J. E. Ilorton.

Illb. C. P. Brown. II. J. T. Gilmore. I. C. A. Myers. Progress Prizes. III. R. J. Spoors.

II. S. II. Edes. I. H. Lyall.

SCHOOL OFFICERS Head Boy : G. R. Scott.

Prefects : G. R. Scott, A. Lamb, J. V. Welch, M. P. Dunlevy, D. I. Hallwood, H. D. Jeffcock, D. R. Darling, P. H. Soden, V. T. Bootle, J. A. Dean.

Captain of Football : M. P. Dunlevy.

House Captains : Whitley Bay — A. Lamb. Tynemouth — J. V. Welch. North Shields — G. R. Scott. Monkseaton — D. I. Hallwood.

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SUMMER TERM

The Sports were held on Wednesday, May 5th. Owing to the onset ol rain the Old Boys' Race, the Parents' Race and the Senior School Handicap were not run. The prizes were presented by Mrs. Scott. After the Sports parents were entertained to tea by the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison.

Avetc. IIA. D. Campbell. I. M. K. Richards. Jun. M. J. H. Lax, P. J. Bishop. T.P.S. J. H. Simpson, R. W. Pollard, A. M. Cartledge,

S. J. Hetherington, A. G. L. Williams, A. E. Shaw, G. B. Davies.

Valete. VIA. G. R. Scott. Prefect 1952. Head Boy 1953. XI 1953-4.

G.C.E. (O.L.) (7) 1952. (A.L.) 1954 (3). W. J. Walker. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1953 (5).

VIB. J. W. Perry. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (4). J. T. Browne. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (3). P. Gofton. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (4). I. S. Crawford. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (3). D. M. S. Topps. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (.1).

V. G. Macdonald, I. Smith, II. P. Manning, D. W. Beardall, J. D. Oliver, A. G. Potts.

IV. P. Burke. III. G. S. Goldstone, A. Macdonald, G. Fraser. IIA. A. S. Whitfield. IIB. M. R. M. Orme. I. R. J. Spoors. T.P.S. K. E. Babington, S. H. Edes, D. M. Forgie, E. A. Hulme,

R. M. A. MacPherson, J. M. Spoors, N. Unsworth, R. Young, P. E. Williams.

Jun. P. W. Close, A. R. Gair, S. M. Gilberg, S. B. Lax, R. D. Simons, J. Simons, G. E. Spencer, G. M. Vickery.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G . A . W A S T L E . House Captain : J. V . WELCH.

We were again successful in the House Matches this term and in tin Final we defeated Whitley Bay by seven wickets. We have been represented on the XI by Welch, Slater, Fairbairn and Beardall. We congratulate Beardall on being awarded his Colours. On the Under 15 we had Harper A., Dean R. Jackson M., Barkwill and Jarvis.

In the Sports we only obtained third place. Jackson M. won the Middle Cup with Jarvis close behind him. Welch won the 100 yds. and 220 yds. We congratulate those who obtained high places in their forms— Gray and Dean R.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr J . M. MILLER. House Captain : A. LAMB.

This term has been somewhat unsatisfactory with regard to the Sports and House Matches. We gained a poor aggregate on Sports Day and we had to concede first place to Tynemouth in the House Matches.

Jeffcock played regularly for the 1st XV and Heald, Stenhouse, McWhirter and, on occasions, Lewis, for the Under 15.

We congratulate Evans, Mason, Jackson D., McWhirter and Fanshawe on gaining high positions in their forms.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. FULLERTON. House Captain : G. R. SCOTT.

In the Sports we retained the House Cup owing to the successes of Pope R. and Askew who won the Senior and Junior Cups respectively. We have been represented on the 1st XI by G. R. Scott as vice-captain, M. P. Dunlevy, Potts, and on the Junior XI by Oliver J. D., Craig and Armstrong R.

We congratulate the following on attaining high positions in their forms : Oliver J. B., Rowell, Harrison G., Watson L., Brown G., Peacock G. E. and Stoddart.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. D. S . UNSWORTH. House Captain: D . I . HALLWOOD.

This term has been an uneventful one for the House. We congratulate Faddy, Hulme, Robertson, Gardner, Moore and Robinson on gaining high positions in their forms.

Sports Day was a. successful event and the House was placed second in the aggregate score. We have been represented on the unbeaten 1st XI by Hallwood (captain), Christison, Soden and Bootle. We congratulate Soden on being awarded his Colours.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS The Sports were held at Preston Avenue on Wednesday, May 5th.

One new record was set up; the 220 yards over 16 was won by J. V. Welch in 25 1/5 seconds, beating the previous record by 1/5 second.

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Results Long Jump (over 14): 1, Dunlevy; 2, Bootle; 3, eq. Dean J., Manning. Long Jump (11-14): 1, eq. Bush, Towers; 3, Jackson M. Long Jump (under 11): 1, Askew; 2, eq. Jackson A., Smith G. K. Cricket Ball: 1, Soden; 2, Scott G. R.; 3, Beardall. High Jump (11-14): 1, Jackson M.; 2, eq. Jarvis, Bush. High Jump (under 11): 1, Smith G. K.; 2, eq. Askew, Robertson. One Mile (open): 1, Lamb; 2, Pope R.; 3, Welch. Quarter Mile (open): 1, Pope R.; 2, Dunlevy; 3, Lamb. 75 yds. (11-14): 1, Jarvis; 2, Towers; 3, Jackson M. 75 yds. (under 11): 1, Askew; 2, Rang J.; 3, Jackson A. 75 yds. (Jun. under 6£): 1, Jones; 2, Rang W.; 3, Lindsay A. 75 yds. (Jun. over 6|): 1, Smith; 2, Merrick M.; 3, Boag. 100 yds. (over 14): 1, Welch; 2, Pope R.; 3, Dunlevy. 75 yds. T.P.S. (upper): 1, Robinson A.; 2, Hudson M.; 3, Hulme A. 75 yds. T.P.S. (middle): 1, Squires; 2, Hood; 3, Fletcher. 75 yds. T.P.S. (lower): 1, Spoors J.; 2, Webb; 3, Dalrymple. 220 yds. (under 10): 1, Jackson A.; 2, Robinson; 3, Hay. 220 yds. (10-11): 1, Askew; 2, Thompson G.; 3, Rang J. High Jump (over 14): 1, Hallwood; 2, Donaldson; 3, Lamb. 220 yds. (13-14): 1, Jarvis; 2, Towers; 3, Jackson M. 220 yds. (12-13): 1, Armstrong R.; 2, Lewis C.; 3, Nesbit. 220 yds. (11-12): 1, Bush; 2, Balmforth; 3, Davison. Half-mile (open): 1, Lamb; 2, Pope R.; 3, Dean J. Half-mile (junior): 1, Jackson M.; 2, Armstrong R.; 3, Jarvis. 220 yds. (14-15): 1, Oliver J. D.; 2, Fairbairn; 3, Rowell. 220 yds. (15-16): 1, Howarth; 2, Potts; 3, Gair. 220 yds. (over 16): 1, Welch; 2, Dunlevy; 3, Pope R. School Handicap (under 12): 1, Bower; 2, Harvey; 3, Campbell D. House Relay: 1, North Shields.

Champion of Sports:—Pope R. Middle Cup:—Jackson M. Junior Cup:—Askew. House Cup:—North Shields.

SENIOR CRICKET For the first time in the recorded cricket history of the School the

School XI was undefeated throughout this season. That bald statement of fact summarises the wealth of enthusiasm and ability that has gone into the making of a truly victorious School team. No single member of the XI, however fine his individual performances—and excellent many of them have been, is to be considered responsible for this season's successes; rather, the team as a keen and able unit.

Actually, the season started fairly tamely with the drawn game against Gosforth G. S., when the School allowed themselves to be deprived of a well-deserved first victory by the clock. Within minutes of the appointed

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time for drawing stumps, and with wickets in hand, only 10 runs were required for a win, and the over-delayed effort to knock them off failed by 1 runs in the throwing away of four wickets : the first of these to go for the bowling was Christison, and his 38 runs started off eager anticipations of his batting throughout the season to follow. Moreover, Jeffcock's 5 wickets for 10 runs, with 3 wickets in his first 7 balls, proved that his opening overs had lost none of last season's sting and devastation, which, coupled with Soden's 2 wickets by bowling them round their legs, suggested no cause for worry about the School's bowling.

Whitley Bay C.C. Juniors were the first to feel the full force of the School's opening attack when Jeffcock and Christison went straight through them at the cost of only 23 runs throughout 21 overs—of which 13 were maidens. Though 2 School wickets fell equally cheaply, Jeffcock and Christison made it their match when they cleared off the necessary runs between them. .

Naturally, playing next at Hexham, the School encountered cricketing ability such as has regularly been victorious in the past—though not last year. Hexham's Nos. 1, 2 and 3, having had the advantage of winter nets, were rated high in the County, yet the School's opening pair had all three back in the pavilion for a mere 4 runs on the board. However, Nos. 7 and 8 found it their lucky day and the score stood at the substantial figure of 110 runs when Hexham were all out after batting for half an hour after their reasonable proportion of the playing time. Tea over, the School opened their innings very conscious of the insufficient time remaining to score 111 runs to win, even assuming Hexham's capable bowlers could be kept out of their stumps. With Dunlevy and Jeffcock back in the pavilion for 11 runs, it was obvious that Scott and Christison should play for a draw. Albeit, Scott found that form which proved so elusive throughout 1953 and as the 4s began to flow from his bat, Christison was not slow to follow his Vice-Captain's example. Scott's two powerful 6s into the gardens beyond square-leg constituted the turning point in the game when the School saw a win in the making. Runs were chased vigorously, and it was not sur-prising that these two wickets fell in the process—but not before Scott had his half-century—and Hallwood's too. Welch and Potts were at the wicket. With stumps to be drawn at 6 o'clock, an over ended with five runs needed to win and the clock showing only twenty seconds to the hour. But Hex-ham changed over sharply and another over, the last of course, was begun before the hour struck. Six balls to be bowled and five runs needed to win! The Hexham captain—2 wickets in his last 7 balls—bowls to Welch, who attempts a six-hit over mid-on—but fails to connect. Much brow mopping. The second ball of the last over and this one Welch intended for a boundary also—but doesn't touch it either. The third ball on its way, a healthy crack—and it really has gone for six! An appropriate ending to as exciting a game as one could ever wish to see. And what rejoicings in the School to have a bat presented in Monday morning's assembly for the hitting of a half-century.

At Jesmond the following Saturday, 20s from Scott and Christison laid the foundation for a good score against the R.G.S. 2nd XI, but it was Jeffcock's faultless 56 that got the School into tea after only 75 minutes play with 117 runs on the board. However, though 90 minutes play remained, the opposition held out in the face of the School's accurate openers who were kept on too long as things turned out. Earlier tempting overs from Beardall and Soden might well have forced the necessary mis-takes to gain a win, instead of the unsatisfactory draw which resulted.

Rutherford Grammar School once again proved themselves worthy opponents, their XI sharing a lair total of 92 runs evenly amongst them-selves : Jeffcock returned the fine figures of 5 wickets for 24 runs. In reply

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the School was 2 wickets down lor 12 runs, but irom thereon Christison and Jeffcock went ahead confidently, and the latter achieved his second half-century of the season in sharp time. Welch and Potts added the required runs for another win.

The return match with Rutherford fell the following Saturday. Again batting first, it was soon apparent that Rutherford were playing for a draw this time and their tactics were successful to the tune of 125 runs all out in two hours five minutes of play. Left only 75 minutes to score a winning total of 120 runs, the School made a bold bid to get them; and when Christison and Hallwood were forging ahead in the 30s and 'teens respectively it seemed a possibility. Their wickets fell, however, and the School settled for defence, in which Potts played a vital part, scoring 2 runs during 15 minutes batting, whilst Slater and Soden partnered him equally effectively for a drawn game.

Then the appointed hour came when, despite their bold front, the Staff presented themselves like lambs at the slaughter. Farbeit from the Staff, of course, to wish to spoil the School XI's fine record to date ! — even so, something more than a total of 22 runs was needed to show the Staff worthy of their cricketing opponents on their 1954 winning form. Shades of 1955!!

On the attractive social occasion, which the Parents v. School fixture certainly is when the weather favours it, the fathers—anytime now I fear one of the mothers will be tempted to show us how ! — amassed the reasonable total of 118 runs before tea. But once again they were found deficient of bowlers capable of removing the School's well-practised batsmen, and the School registered another win, by 6 wickets.

And so to the Old Boys match, with memories of their defeat last year still shockingly substantial. Batting first again, the openers survived Christison's first over—a maiden : a short-lived survival, for Jeffcock's first ball gained a wicket, and that over became a wicket-maiden. Two more maiden overs passed by, then Christison struck with wickets for his first and second balls of the fifth over : 3 for 0 on the score-board. Soon, much sooner than anticipated, H. G. Walton strode out purposefully to take his guard—perhaps he didn't even bother with that ! Anyhow, up from the country for the game, for a few entertaining minutes he treated us to an exhibition of all that's best in agriculture as he batted exactly as would, one imagines, Messrs. Arthur Str=et or Ralph Whiteman. His con-tribution of 11 quick runs encouraged imitators of the agricultural style, but they were less successful, and the Old Boys fell for a total of 35 runs : Christison, 6 for 17; Jeffcock, 4 for 16. The School lost 3 wickets in passing this total in fairly quick time, and so added to their list of resounding victories.

The timepiece ruled the next game which was away to South Shields H.S., who scored 103 for 7 wickets in one and three-quarter hours, leaving the School seventy minutes in which to do better. When stumps were drawn the School's score stood at 84 for 5 wickets, of which goodly total Welch had made 41 very sound and attractive runs. Another drawn game.

On the Morpeth ground Jeffcock maintained his accuracy, but lust could not penetrate to those stumps; he bowled 7 opening overs, of which 5 were maidens. Consequently, while Christison worked his way through half the Morpeth batsmen for a meagre 35 runs, Beardall really came into his own when he dismissed the other half for 26. For the loss of 4 wickets the School passed Morpeth's total of 70, Christison and Hallwood hitting up not-out scores almost entirely with 'fours'.

Tn the return fixture with the Whitley Bay C.C. Juniors the School XI were put into bat first, and with Jeffcock, Welch, Christison and Hallwood

in good form a score of 154 for 4 wickets was soon accumulated. Playing against time once again, Hallwood wisely used the tempting slow stuff of Soden and Beardall, interspersed with short vigorous spells by Jeficock and Christison. All the efforts of Whitley to stay-out time were thus defeated as they fell short of the School's score by 100 runs.

Indeed, the last game of the season, against the Royal Grammar School 'Under 16' XI was also won with very little time to spare. Having batted first for a score of 56—Soden 21, Slater 14—-the School's bowlers were hard tried to dismiss their opponents in the allotted time, let alone for less runs. However, it was done, and with Christison crowning his season's bowling achievements with the remarkable figures of 7 wickets for 7 runs.

So ended a memorable season, unfortunately foreshortened by rain and illness, but nonetheless triumphant for all that. With Colours presented during the season to P. H. Soden and D. W. Beardall, the School XI ended uo with eight colours; and the knowledge that six of these will be playing fo- the School again next year should ensure that, still under the Captaincy of D. I. Hallwood, Tynemouth School will be a cricketing power to be reckoned with in the North East. C.J.K.

CRICKET PERSONALITIES

D. I. Hallwood. Captain. Colours 1953-4. Though dogged by ill-health this season, Hallwood has amply fulfilled last year's promise as a leader among his fellows. Shortage of time in many of the games has called for changed tactics which have often proved decisive, and not once was he found disturbed by uncertainty. Lack of opportunities to embark on a real score have left their mark on his batting average, but the flashing bat was there when truly required. Behind the stumps, last season's early-in-the-innings slips have been eliminated by his greater confidence in positioning himself, especially with the bowlers of his own team whose techniques he has studied very comprehensively.

Given a County Schools XI trial for a second season, once more he was unfortunate in having the regular wicket-keeper of some two or three soasons standing still available. Perhaps the 1955 season will bring him County honours, in which case the School would reckon it no less than his due reward for his cricketing service in the School and, indirectly, to the County. C.J.K.

G. R. Scott. Vice-Captain. Colours 1953-4. A reliable opening bat who finally found the form promised in his Junior XI innings. His alert fielding and constant and encouraging handling of the younger members of the XI was greatly appreciated.

I. R. Christison. Colours 1953-4. A far more confident approach to batting has resulted in a fine, praiseworthy season for him. On more than one occasion, with a half-century well within his grasp, he did not hesitate to hazard his wicket in going for runs quickly in the hope of a School win. A stylish, dapper batsman, he always appeared to be the master of the situation out in the middle. Again his bowling was of a high, intelligent and accurate standard, and unceasing toil reaped a good harvest of wickets.

H. D, .Teffcock. Colours 1953-4. At last he has proved himself to be as competent with the bat as with the ball. In the role of an attractive stroke player he has repeatedly given the School most promising found-ations for good scores. His bowling has regularly proved to be the deciding factor in the many matches won.

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J. V. Welch. Colours 1953-4. Intelligently aggressive in his batting tactics this season, he has scored many more runs. As usual he has set an excellent example at all times in the field and on more than one occasion his remarkable catching has spurred the team to even greater efforts in attack.

M. P. Dunlevy. Colours 1953-4. Contrary to the mere statistics of runs scored, he has regularly opened the innings and taken the edge off the opening attack, regardless of few runs recorded in the book. In the outfield his speed off the mark and anticipation have saved many valuable runs for the School.

D. W. Beardall. Colours 1954. Approaching the game more seriously a successful season was his reward. In flighting the ball persistently, 'giving it lots of air', his undoubted talent with spin has been well exploited. Keen in the field and a good thrower from the deep.

P. H. Soden. Colours 1954. Another slow bowler who has spun the ball at times with astonishing skill and accuracy. Furthermore, he now has the right temperament : the harder he is hit, the higher he throws the ball to tempt them. He enhanced his well-known reputation as a sound cover-point with fielding that was safe, and on occasion brilliant.

Potts. A stylist who has been given little opportunity to prove his worth, often coming in to bat with only a few runs required. A cool, deliber-ate batsman and a fearless slip fielder, he has been a real asset to the XI.

Slater. Another batsman who has suffered from lack of opportunity to show his ability. High hopes are still held that he will yet serve the School well with some devastating slow left-arm bowling.

Fairbairn. One of the younger team members, but there has been no doubting his keenness. Fielding as silly-point he has repeatedly astonished by his fearless taking of the hardest shots. Next season he should be able to prove himself with the bat.

Lamb A. For another season we are greatly indebted to our scribe and wish to record our appreciation of his neat copy of a happy and memorable season's achievements.

BATTING AVERAGES FOR SEASON 1954 Runs. Innings. Not Out. Highest Average.

I. R. Christison 293 13 3 77 29.3 P. H. Soden 28 3 2 21 28 H. D. Jeficock 242 12 3 64 26.9 J. V. Welch 152 11 4 41 21.7 D. I. Hallwood 81 8 2 31 13.5 G. R. Scott 104 9 0 54 11.6 Slater 29 4 1 14 9.7

Also batted—M. P. Dunlevy, Fairbairn, Potts and D. W. Beardall.

BOWLING AVERAGES FOR SEASON 1954 Overs. Maidens. Runs. Wickets. Average.

H. D. Jefifcock 107 42 178 36 5.2 I. R. Christison 126 40 255 47 5.4

Dean J. A. 5 1 13 2 6.5 P. H. Soden 30 3 117 11 10.6 G. R. Scott 20 3 67 5 13.4 D. W. Beardall 45 3 195 13 15.0 J. V. Welch 11 0 38 1 38.0

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Presentation Bats for half-ccnturies— G. R. Scott and H. D. JelTcock.

Presentation Batting Gloves— H. D. Jeffcock (for 2nd half-century). I. R. Christison (for 7 wickets for 7 runs).

RESULTS V. Gosforth Grammar School Drawn V. Whitley Bay C.C. Juniors Won by 8 wickets V. Hexham Grammar School Won by 5 wickets V. Royal Grammar School 2nd XI Drawn V. Rutherford Grammar School Won by 6 wickets V. Rutherford Grammar School Drawn V. Staff Won by 8 wickets V. Parents Won by 6 wickets V. Old Boys Won by 7 wickets V. South Shields H.S. Drawn V. Morpeth Grammar School Won by 6 wickets V. Whitley Bay C.C. Juniors Won by 100 runs V . Royal Grammar School 'Under 16' XI Won by 20 runs

PLAYED WON LOST DRAWN 13 9 0 4

HOUSE MATCHES 1st Round ... Tynemouth beat Monkseaton.

Whitley Bay beat North Shields. FINAL ... Tynemouth beat Whitley Bay.

JUNIOR CRICKET Out of nine matches played the Junior XI won four, lost four and

drew one. It has been rather a disappointing season for, with nearly all last year's

players available, a more successful campaign was hoped for. The batting has been inconsistent although there have been one or two bright spots including an excellent 29 by McWhirter against Morpeth, a lusty 40 by Oliver J. D. against Blyth and a gallant 29 by Harper against South Shields Heald has been the most consistent batsman reaching double figures in every innings, including an excellent half century against R.G.S.

The bowling has been usually good. Harper A. and Dean R. in par-ticular have bowled very well with Jackson M. and Stenhouse giving admirable support.

The fielding has been fairly good, though near the wicket it has been weak at times due in part to poor field placing.

Congratulations to Fairbairn, McWhirter, Dean and Jackson M'. on being awarded their colours. Dean, in particular, shows great promise as » very useful all-rounder.

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Despite rather unfavourable weather conditions the game has been played with plenty of spirit and obvious enjoyment.

BATTING Innings. Not Out. Runs. Highest Average

J. A. Heald 7 3 124 54 31.00 Lewis C. 4 3 15 13 15.00 J. D. Oliver 7 0 69 40 9.85 G. Stenhouse 7 1 54 21 9.00 A. Harper 7 0 51 29 7.29 C. McWhirter 7 0 48 29 6.85 R. Dean 9 0 32 16 3.55

BOWLING Overs. Maidens. Runs. Wickets. Average.

A. Harper 43 11 88 17 5.2 R. Dean 62 19 122 22 5.5 G. Stenhouse 29 7 87 13 6.4 M. Jackson 57 17 98 11 8.9

ON GETTING A PARENTS' XI TOGETHER Whoever is inspired to organise and eventually—if he lives that l o n g -

to enjoy an afternoon of Parents-versus-School cricket must realise one thing from the very beginning : that the invasion of Normandy was a mere off-the-cuff improvisation compared with the planning and co-ordination needed to get eleven parent cricketers to the same place, on the same day, at the same time—despite the inducement of a free tea.

The first step in the process of Getting a Team Together is to write down a list of at least 34 possible players; though not, of course, because you are going to tour Australia twice : indeed do not imagine for a moment that you are in any sense A Selector—you are A Collector, and experience soon teaches that to have a mere eleven Absolutely Certain and Definite Acceptors some days before the Great Day is no guarantee whatever of finding yourself with a full eleven on the Wednesday afternoon. Aim always to field 17 players—half the original list—and in that way you have an even chance of mustering 7 in the pavilion (in which case you detail off four Members of the Staff), or with 13 (in which case you lend the School one and the game is played 12-a-side).

For the most part your efforts at Getting a Team Together will be thwarted by events which you realise only too quickly are trivial, universal and eternally recurrent. Lumbago—or as it is now fashionably known, a 'slipped disc'—accounts for more casualties than anything else. The week-end prior to the match must be the worst in the year, any year, for this particular ailment, which is contracted while swimming, playing squash, moving house, picking apples, digging the garden or trying to get upstairs without waking the household. Also well up on the list of excuses are unforeseen, not to say unlikely, family events, and long-standing engage-ments of which you are informed only a couple of days before the match.

Although the unexpected demands of their work make them Bad Risks as far as team-building is concerned, it is a good idea to include a doctor or two in your side. A doctor with a car performs two useful functions,

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even if he can't play cricket : he contributes materially to the solution ol the transport problem—your own, anyhow—and he is invaluable in his professional capacity in tending the sick and wounded on your own side and in advising the slightly injured opponents that, in their own interest of course, they should take no further part in the game.

Throughout weeks, nay, months of seemingly vain searching for parent cricketers you will find yourself upheld in your sufferings by the wealth of constructive and practical sympathy of each parent who, while regretting his own inability to turn out, finds no difficulty at all in naming a deputy. Be not unduly dismayed by the fact that this deputy—and his deputy 'n turn, ad nauseum—has no "difficulty in helpfully naming A. N. Other also. Keep in mind throughout your seeking the fundamental truth that all new-comers to any Parents Cricket side always have the same qualifications ' "I haven't played for years, of course "

Now any wise Getter-Together of a Parents Team knows that you can never have too many players : if you have twelve in your side on the eve of the match, be sure that on the Wednesday forenoon not ONE player will suddenly drop out to leave you with the much-dreamed-of eleven, but TWO players—leaving you with ten and one to impress. The number eleven is the crock of gold of Parents v. School Cricket.

Take warning that from an early hour on the Wednesday morning the telephone starts ringing. Each time you pick it up it is with a prayer on your lips—-a prayer that the caller has nothing to do with cricket, or if he has that he is simply inquiring how to get to the ground.

As distinct from the when, the where and the why of Parents v. School Games, the technical aspects of how a Parents XI plays, demands much consideration. Which is the gentle way of suggesting that whatever your team may look like on paper on a Tuesday evening, you don't know the half of it until the fateful hour has struck on the Wednesday afternoon.

Whether your team consists of seven or thirteen players, you will dis-cover the moment you take up a pencil to write down a batting order that, with the exception of yourself—perhaps 1—everybody on the side is a born Number Seven. To accept this without a struggle (which is what every-body concerned expects you to do) is bad for morale and tends to under-mine what little authority you may have over The Team. Moreover, it makes the score book look pretty ridiculous if the spaces for batsmen Nos. 1—-6 and 8—11 are left entirely blank; although, as experience has shown, even if the entire team bats at No. 7 it is unlikely that they will score enough runs between them to do more than make an ugly smudge on that part of the page.

Strong measures are called for now that on the field of play the obvious State of Emergency finds The Organiser also The Captain, and a certain solution is to ignore all protests and present the team with a fait accompli in the form of a batting list against which there is no appeal. This stern, dictatorial method has been known to work wonders; not that the order of batting is adhered to, or anything like that, but because, having had his last say in the matter, the Captain can then leave the players to sort it all out among themselves.

Ideally, one position in the batting order ought to be regarded as completely sacrosanct, and that is the last place of all. This should be the Captain's exclusive property, thus affording him repeated opportunities to play a Captain's Innings, and if he fails in this (which is more than likely) then he is spared the humiliation of a lonely walk back from the crease— how comforting the company of one's fellow batsman, two umpires, and eleven or more fielders back to the pavilion.

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One result of the democratic system of batting order sorted out by the players themselves is that (with the exception of the Captain himself) there is rarely any question of its being the expression of an order of merit. Even so the result can be not only surprising, but satisfactory. Quite apart from eleven sons' poor opinions of their eleven fathers' sporting abilities, the fall of a few early wickets has lulled the School, ignorant of our homely ways, into a false sense of security, only to discover that we were a side without a tail.

In this type of cricket one of the irrefutable axioms being that the bad balls take more wickets than the good ones, the Captain can and must regard every member of his side as a bowling asset. However out of practice a bowler may be he cannot be taken off until he has completed the over, and during the course of those six balls a sufficiently high pro-portion of them may pitch on the ground to encourage the Captain to keep him on. In any case, bowlers constitute a very different kettle of fish from batsmen; here is no reluctance to perform, on the contrary, no bowler will even admit (let alone insist) that he is "a born l-'ourth Change". Each and everyone of the eleven is prepared to open the bowling at once. Human nature being what it is, even the Captain of a Parents XI possesses that streak of bourgeois cowardice and respectability which causes him to hesitate, indeed pale, at the prospect of questioning the validity of one of the un-shakable Canons of Cricket; that one does not open the bowling with ai slow bowler. Consequently some sort of bowling order can be attempted on the basis of estimated length of run-up.

Fielding positions make great demands on the Leadership of the Captain. A wicket-keeper is a must, so that the least hesitation on the part of a player when asked if he has 'kept' before should be taken as sufficiently affirmative to begin investing him with the appropriate rig. If, when stationed behind the stumps, he looks anxiously over his shoulder signal your fine-leg to stand a little finer. This will give your wicket-keeper confidence and provide him with the security of a long-stop without the indignity of calling the fieldsman by that name.

Neither the democratic nor the dictatorial method will work in setting a field; only the personal and polite approach can save you from having at least seven players in the slips. As there are "born Number Sevens", so there are always an embarrassing number of players on the side who are born slip-fielders. Let the younger fielders—any question of age being

purely comparative within the eleven—-take the chasing positions, having in mind that the good, solid, middle-aged shin is a noble sacrifice on the altar of thwarted boundaries, and its bruises—apart from being something to show everybody for a week afterwards—are never acquired in vain. These are cricket's medals awarded by Nature for grit and courage.

Though rewarding studies, the subjects of Captaincy, Scoring Umpiring and Interpretation of the Laws, Ethics and Customs of Parents v. School Cricket must await space in another magazine, but a word must be said on Costume. Watching the boys of Rugby School in their pale blue shirts at Lord's one has regretted that their custom has not been widely adopted; it gives their team individuality and elegance and brings a hint of colour to a game which, sartorio-aesthetically speaking, can do with it. That is not to suggest that cricketing dress should be vulgarised by the introduction of tartan shirts, foreshortened drain-pipes, and yellow socks—just that the familiar white-against-green of the cricket field should be varied by the discreet addition of other colours.

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the presence of a Crusaders' cap or a Hawks sweater : in fact, caps, sweaters and blazers of any hue, whether associated with cricket or not, possess great uplifting qualities within the Parents eleven. The blazer awarded for a Half-Blue for chess has been known to command great respect from the opposition which mistook the letters C.U.C.C. beneath the em-broidered chess board to mean Cambridge University Cricket Club. And it is an experience not to be easily forgotten for the Captain of the Parents to be at the wicket with far too many wickets down for a handful of runs, and then to see emerging confidently from the pavilion his next-man-in, gloriously topped with an undoubted and variegated cricket cap—hope surges anew and joyful anticipations of a score fill the Captain's breast : truly an enheartening experience, however fleeting.

But the Parents Match Organiser's work, like a woman's, is never done, and when—long after midnight of the Great Day—-he finally gets to sleep, he does so with the full knowledge that in addition to the whole business starting up all over again the next morning, he will be so stiff from bowling too long that he can hardly move to the telephone to start collecting names for the next fixture—a year hence.

No doubt there are easier ways of playing cricket, but there can be few pastimes so rewarding, so entertaining and stimulating for all the attendant anxieties, disappointments and defeats, as a good Parents versus School game of cricket.

SCHOOL OFFICERS Head Boy : G. R. Scott.

Prefects : G. R. Scott, A. Lamb, J. V. Welch, M. P. Dunlevy, D. I. Hallwood, H. D. Jeffcock, D. R. Darling, P. H. Soden, V. T. Bootle, J. A. Dean.

Captain of Cricket : D. I. Hallwood.

House Captains : Monkseaton — D. I. Hallwood. Tynemouth — J. V. Welch. North Shields — G. R. Scott. Whitley Bay — A. Lamb.

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AUTUMN TERM

We regret the departure of Mr. P. A. Reid after serving for five years on the Staff. He has moved to a school in Gloucester and we wish him success and happiness in his new post.

We welcome Mr. J. W. Carson who has joined the Staff temporarily for this term.

During the summer and this term we have watched the building of the War Memorial which is in the form of a Library and Changing Room on the ground floor and a Chemistry Laboratory above. It is hoped to have the rooms in use early in the New Year.

Owing to the influenza epidemic towards the end of the term the annual School Concert was not held.

On the occasion of the visit of H.M. The Queen and H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh to Tyneside the school lined the route in Percy Park. The rest of the day was a holiday.

Avete. IV. D. W. Broom, J. E. Hampton, G. Thorn. IIA. M. R. Darling, A. McD. Henderson, M. J. Urwin, J. J. L. Harvey

P. G. Holloway. IIB. D. I. Lewis, A. L. Mackay. I F. L. Caldwell, R. C. Lambert. Jun. H. S. Carruthers, A. H. James, M. G. Cooper, W. T. Lomas,

S. f. Renwick, A. Lewis, J. Watson, R. Woods, P. K. W. Richardson.

T.P.S. C. M. J. Ainsworth, C. A. Baker, D. H. Brown, J. A. Capon, M. J. Cubie, R. C. E. Forster, R. F. Gray, D. R. Hessleberth, F. E. Hickmott, W. R. Innes, D. C. Moore, J. T. Orrell, K. A. Pringle, R. T. Thurlow, P. R. Watson.

Valete. VIA. G. S. S. Spence. G.C.E. (O.L.) July 1954 (5). VIB. D. R. Darling. Prefect 1953. XV 1952-3-4-5. G.C.E. (O.L.) (7).

C. P. Donn. G.C.E. (O.L.) July 1954 (6). V. T. Bootle. Prefect 1953. XV 1952-3-4-5. G.C.E. (O.L.) (2). M. F. Mangenie. G.C.E. (O.L.) Tuly 1954 (7). K. F. Scott.

I. H. N. Johnson.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R . FULLARTON. House Captain : M. P . DUNLEVY.

This term M. P. Dunlevy succeeded G. R. Scott as House Captain. The term has been a successful one both scholastically and on the football

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field. We congratulate Scott on his success at the Advanced Level and wish him good fortune in his future career. At the Ordinary Level, Darling D. R., Donn, Perry and Spence gained Certificates. We congratu-late Oliver, Rowell, Brown G., Watson I., Stoddart and Lindsay on their high form positions.

The House was represented on the 1st XV by M. P. Dunlevy (Captain), D. R. Darling and Donn throughout the term and on occasions by Williams D. J., Spence and Rowell.

On the Under 14, Armstrong R. (Captain), Hampton and Smith W. all played regularly; Craig and Henderson J. played for the Bantams. We also congratulate Henderson J. on being chosen for an Under 15 County Trial.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES

House Master : Mr J . M . MILLER. House Captain : A . LAMB.

We congratulate Topps, Sheales and Brown J. D. on their success in the Ordinary Level of the G . C . E . and Nicol, Evans, Mason, Duncan, Fanshawe, Lewis, Jackson A. and Robinson on their high positions in their forms.

C. K. Williams was chosen to play for the County Under 15 team. We were represented on the 1st XV by A. Lamb, H. D. Jeffcock, Heald and Scott K., whilst Jackson D., Parr, Thom and Broom played regularly for the Under 14. McWhirter played for the Bantams.

Jackson D. and Parr were awarded their Junior Colours.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master: Mr. D. S. UNSWORTH. House Captain: D . I . HALLWOOD.

We congratulate Jack, Faddy, Robertson, Darling M., Dixon C. F. and Lambert R. on their high positions in their forms.

Our representatives on the 1st XV have been V. T. Bootle, D. I. Hall-wood, P. H. Soden, I. Christison, Howarth and Donaldson. Christison, Soden and Hallwood were awarded their XV Colours. On the Junior XV our representatives were Towers and Whiteley.

We regret the departure of V. T. Bootle who has served the House well both as a Prefect and on the rugger field; we wish him every success in his future career.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. W A S T L E . House Captain : J. V . W E L C H .

As the result of the G.C.E. examinations in July we congratulate Dean J., Barkwill, Mangenie M. and Peacock on their success.

The following are congratulated on their high positions in form : Gray, Hocknell, Dean R., Mitchell, Merrick P., Buglass, Purdue H. and Green.

On the 1st XV we were represented by Welch, Peacock, Slater and Dean J., the last-named being awarded his Colours.

Jarvis, Jackson M., Appleton, Burn and Broom played regularly for the Under 14 team. With the help of these players we look forward to success in the House Matches next term.

OLD BOYS' NEWS Cambridge. D. N. Watt (1943-50). Classical Tripos. Part 1. Class 2. Nottingham. W. Turnbull (1942-51). Honours LL.B.

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j. D. Watt (1943-51). Honours B.Sc. A. X. McAughtry (1941-47). B.D.S. G. B. Scarth (1943-50). LL.B. M. J. Pringle (1942-47). Diploma in Architecture. A. Gofton (1941-49). B.A. C. W. Thompson (1941-43). M.B., B.S. J. F. Meredith (1939-50). Honours B.Sc. (Engineering),

Class 1. Mather Scholarship.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION

This is the first occasion on which I have had the privilege of writing an annual review of the activities of the Old Boys' Association for the School Magazine, and I consider it an honour to be invited to do so.

For five years Mr. Dye was Hon. Secretary of the Association during which time the membership grew from 368 to 442. He devoted a consider-able amount of his leisure time to its affairs, and many tributes to the services which he has so ably, and selflessly performed, were justifiably paid to him at the Annual General Meeting in January.

Perhaps I might be excused if I take the opportunity of setting before you one of the objects of the Association, viz, to provide opportunities for students when leaving school to continue the friendships which were made during that very important period of their lives. Details of some of the ways which the Committee have endeavoured to fulfil this object during 19o4 are given below, but I trust that it will not be forgotten that the Association is dependent for its existence upon each individual member, and it is for this reason that I hope all boys, on leaving school, will join and become ACTIVE members.

The Annual Dance was held, as usual, on the last Friday in January at the Rex Hotel, Whitley Bay. It was generally agreed that this was one of the most successful dances ever held by the Old Boys, and it is hoped that the 178 members and friends who were present, will continue to support the function and enable the very friendly and sociable atmosphere which prevailed, to continue.

All the arrangements for the Golf Outing were changed for 1954, and a most enjoyable Wednesday afternoon and evening was spent at the Tyne-mouth Golf Course and Clubhouse. 17 Members played golf and a further 8 Members joined them for a very good meal afterwards, at which Mr. Storey was presented with the Crofton Trophy. Parents of boys at the school are always welcome at the Golf Outing, and particulars are available from the Headmaster.

In October, the Annual Dinner was held at the Rex Hotel, and 35 members took part in what proved to be a most enjoyable evening.

The Cricket Club continued its activities during the year, and whilst statistically their efforts were not too successful, the spirit which exists amongst its members does not present any scope for improvement. New members are always welcome and the Committee sincerely hope that all those lovers of cricket, will, on leaving school, give the Club their whole-hearted support. Remember, Race Thursday is always a definite fixture of T.S.O.B.C.C. v. The School, and the former must surely meet with some success sooner or later.

At the end of 1954, the membership of the Association was 456, and it is hoped that many new boys will join during 1955, and help to maintain the traditions of the school and the Association.

A. E. SHEARER, Honorary Secretary.

London. Durham.

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TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLO BOYS' CRICKET CLUB Once again it is my duty and pleasure to present the Annual Report of

Tynemouth School Old Boys' Cricket Club for 1951. It is very difficult to vary the report from those of previous years, for

as each year comes and goes, we in the Cricket Club look back and see a season in many ways more pleasurable than those that have gone before.

So far as results go, we maintained our position, and two of our victories were particularly exciting. At Ponteland, we batted first, and thanks to a grand innings from Gordon Turnbull, reached the 70s. After tea, the home team batted and got to within one run of our score when Humble, who had bowled unchanged throughout the innings, finished the match with a ball that whipped back and took the off stump. A great win. Again, at Woolsington, against Newcastle Breweries, we won by one wicket after our opponents had batted first.

We had a riot of run getting at Blagdon, when almost 400 runs were scored.

So the season came, was enjoyed, and passed into the records. We were unfortunate in losing the company and services of E. Fenwick,

who moved to Manchester, Bristow, now in London, and Shaw, on National Service, during the season, but were very pleased to welcome back Gordon Turnbull to our Club.

The trophies for bowling and batting, presented some seasons ago by Messrs. H. G. Walton and A. E. Shearer, were won by Humble and Elliott, the latter captaining the side in 1954.

Whitsuntide saw us at Corbridge for the week-end, and on August Bank Holiday we spent a most enjoyable day at Allendale.

We look forward to 1955 optimistically and enthusiastically, and extend a very warm welcome to any new members.

TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL Although the school routine has followed the usual pattern there have

been one or two notable events this year, as well as the very much regretted resignation of Miss Baird, who, as the result of ill-health, has had to retire from teaching. Miss Baird's association with the School, both at Monk-seaton and at Tynemouth, has been a long and happy one. Her instinctive understanding of children and their needs, her sense of humour, and above all, her love for her work, have all combined to make her a very valued colleague. As a token of our affection and gratitude, parents, children and staff contributed to a Presentation Fund. At the end of the Christmas Term Miss Baird paid us a visit during which the annual Nativity Play was acted, and Carols were sung as a preliminary to the real purpose of the occasion. Rosemary Lawson presented Miss Baird with a bouquet, David Swan gave her a book token and then the Headmaster, who was accom-panied by Mrs. Ellison, presented Miss Baird with a very handsome walnut standard lamp and a travelling rug. Miss Baird thanked those who had contributed towards the gifts. We wish her better health in the future.

We are pleased to welcome Mrs. Dawson in Miss Baird's place and hope that her association with the School will be a long and happy one.

There have been two Royal Occasions this year. The first was during the Easter Vacation when places were allocated to six children to attend for the Presentation of the Charter to the newly created Borough of Whitley Bay by H.R.H. The Princess Royal in the Empress Ballroom. Three boys and three girls from Form III were chosen by lot to attend this civic

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occasion. For the second Koyal Visit the whole school took up its stand on the Promenade to watch The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh drive slowly past.

The School Outing was once again to Warkworth and out of a fortnight of almost impossible weather we were lucky enough to choose the one fine day. After a picnic lunch in the grounds we visited the Castle and were later ferried up the stream to the Hermitage. The ancient rock dwelling with its stone carvings interested the children. Tea at the Sun Hotel was a very enjoyable meal with the huge cakc and 'specials' provided by Mrs. Shaw, the occasion coinciding with Gavin's birthday.

The Harvest Festival Service was conducted by the Rev. A. Gray of St. Peter's, Monkseaton, and the fruit was afterwards sent to the Stanning-ton Children's Sanatorium.

A Box Opening and Film Show in connection with the Barnado's Helpers' League resulted in a total of over ^25 being handed over to the District Organiser as well as two car loads of toys for Christmas distribution.

The term ended with the usual Party in the Royal Hotel at which a conjuring entertainment was given. Prizewinners for the year were :—

Form I. Hilary McCarthy. Progress—R. Webb. Form II. Carole Myers. Progress—S. Hood.

David Swan. Form IIIb. G. Shaw. Progress—Sheila Edes.

Form Ilia. Penelope Williams. Progress—Anne Hulme. AUTUMN TERM

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL The 1st XV this term, with ten of last year's team still at school, have

under Dunlevy's excellent captaincy more than fulfilled the promise shown then. Of nine matches played they have won eight, scoring 227 points against 36, and beyond question they are the best team the School have had for many years. The main strength of the team has lain in the three-quarters : Dunlevy and Bootle have been outstanding and the two strong-mnning wings have made full use of the openings given them, while all four have made an almost impenetrable line in defence. Hallwood at fly-half is still too slow off the mark, but handles immaculately and knows when to nurse the forwards with his splendid kicking. The forwards have usually been outweighted, and have seldom won the ball in the set scrums or line-out, but under Darling's fine leadership they have played as a unit; their dribbling has been controlled, their covering, particularly that of Darling himself, Christison and Soden has been excellent, but above all they have proved far superior to all their opponents in seizing on every opportunity to pick up the ball in the loose and open up the game to their three-quarters, and in backing-up. Heald has taken over the position of full-back from Bootle with great credit : he has rarely failed to find touch, and his tackling and fielding have been very good indeed.

Finally we congratulate Williams C. K. on being chosen to play for the County 'Under 15' XV against Cleveland and Durham.

D.S.U. SCHOOL 1st XV v. HEXHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL 1st XV

(Played at Hexham on Saturday, September 25th). The School had the advantage of a strong wind in the first half and

were soon on the attack, but the three-quarters had little opportunity after

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the first few minutes to make use of their greater speed and skill, for the Hexham pack was heavier, had a good hooker, and one very large forward who dominated the line-outs. Rather against the run of the play Hexham scored wide out after twenty minutes. School came back to the attack but were unable to score. In the second half, against the wind, the School out-sides saw even less of the ball, but in spite of a constant supply of the ball Hexham could score only twice more. Dunlevy and Bootle played excel-lently throughout, making full use of their few chances, and both being faultless in defence. Darling was, as so often before, the outstanding' forward, while Christison was always in the right place, and Soden was conspicuous for a number of excellent tackles.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—Nil. Hexham Grammar School—1 goal, 2 tries, 11 points.

Team : Heald J. A., Dean J. A., V. T. Bootle, M. P. Dunlevy, Donaldson, Hallwood, J. V. Welch, Soden, Donn, D. R. Darling, Howarth, Oliver, Christison, A. Lamb, Scott K.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. TYNEMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL 1st XV (Played at the High School on Thursday, September 30th).

This match was played in a steady drizzle making handling very difficult. The School was outweighted forward and rarely won possession from the tight scrums : in the loose, however, the School were much quicker on to the ball and more constructive, sending the ball out to the three-quarters whenever possible. High School were soon driven into their own '25, and from a set scrum JefEcock came round fast, beat their scrum-half to the ball, and dribbled over to score. Before long the ball was passed out from the loose by Darling, and went along the line to Bootle who cut through before handing on to Dean who ran strongly for the second try. Before half-time Welch scored by beating his opposite number to the ball, picking up, and diving over. After half-time the School did almost all the attacking : when for the first time in the game the ball went out as far as the High School centre Dunlevy intercepted, punted over the full-back's head and regathered the ball to score, converting the try himself. Just before the end came the best movement of the match, with the ball going smoothly right along the line to Dean, who' unfortunately ran over the dead-ball line. This was an excellent performance in view of the conditions, auguring well for the future.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goal, 3 tries, 14 points. Tynemouth High School—Nil.

Team : Heald J. A.. Dean J. A., V. T. Bootle, M.. P. Dunlevy, Donaldson, Hallwood, T. V. Welch, Soden, D. R. Darling, Peacock G. W., Howarth, Scott K., Christison, A. Lamb, Jeffcock.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. DAME ALLAN'S 2nd XV (Played at Dame Allan's on Saturday, October 2nd).

Though without Welch and again outweighted forward the School won convincingly and had not a greasy ball made handling difficult would un-doubtedly have scored several more tries. Donaldson was the first to score after brushing aside several half-hearted tackles. Dame Allan's then attacked without ever looking really dangerous. From a set scrum on Dame Allan's 25 Christison beat their scrum-half and dribbled over with fine control to score. After half-time the School's superiority became more

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marked and before long Dean ran round to score between the posts after Dunlevy and Bootle had each beaten their man : Dunlevy converted. Soon after Dunlevy ran round the blind side, sold the dummy and ran nearly half the length of the field to score. School continued to press and Hallwood kicked a penalty goal. Then Dunlevy got his foot to a bad pass from the Dame Allan's fly-half, made a long kick ahead and dribbled over for a further try. Just before time Hallwood made ground and when hemmed in cross-kicked for Jeficock to gather and dive over.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goal, 1 pen. goal, 5 tries, 23 pts. Dame Allan's School—Nil.

Team : Heald J. A., Dean J. A., V. T. Bootle, M. P. Dunlevy, Donaldson, Hallwood, Christison, Peacock G. W., Donn, D. R. Darling, Scott K., Howarth, Soden, A. Lamb, Jeffcock.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. R.G.S. 2nd XV (Played at Jesmond on Wednesday, October 6th).

The School were weakened by the absence of Welch, Hallwood and Peacock through injury. R.G.S. forwards were bigger and heavier and from the set-scrums and line-outs the School got the ball only three or four times in the whole match. The forwards were, however, much quicker on to the ball, constantly turning defence into attack by picking up and passing out, and their covering was good. Dunlevy opened the scoring by breaking through from well outside the R.G.S. 25. R.G.S. then attacked by for-ward rushes and soon scored an easy penalty goal. School attacked again and just before half-time Dunlevy again burst through to score between the posts, converting the try himself. With the slope in their favour in the second half the School's superiority became even more apparent, and before long Dean gathered a cross-kick from Bootle and ran in to score between the posts : Dunlevy converted. Dean was hurt when he turned in for this try and had to go off, but returned later and more than once managed to hobble into the right position to foil an attack. Soon Christison slipped round the blind side just inside the School half and passed to Donaldson who beat three would-be tacklers with beautiful swerves for another try. R.G.S. then attacked and scored from a loose maul. School attacked again: Bootle received a quick pass from a forward, changed direction suddenly, and was through between the posts : Dunlevy converted. School con-tinued to press and Dunlevy intercepted, jinked past two or three defenders and was in for another try. Just before time R.G.S. forwards made use of thfMr weight and scored wide out.

This was an excellent performance all round : the reserves all did most creditably, and Dunlevy was the dominating player on the field.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goals, 2 tries, 26 points. Royal Grammar School—1 goal, 1 pen. goal, 1 try, 11 pts.

Team : Heald J. A., Dean J. A., Slater. M. P. Dunlevy, Donaldson, V. T. Bootle, Christison, D. R. Darling, Donn, Soden, Scott K., Howarth, Jeffcock, A. Lamb, Spence.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. WHITLEY BAY G.S. 1st XV (Played at Whitley Bay on Saturday, October 9th).

The School were still not at full strength, for Dean J., Hallwood and Peacock were unfit, and the whole team seemed to be suffering a reaction from their splendid performance against R.G.S. 2nd XV earlier in the week. Whitley Bay showed little or no signs of playing, constructive football and

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the game was dull and scrappy. Tynemouth scored first when Bootle cross-kicked for Dunlevy to gather, beat a man and hand on to Donaldson who ran with great determination to score wide out. School continued to press, but the handling was faulty and the ball seldom reached the wings. Before half-time Whitley Bay scored a try which was converted. Although the School did most of the attacking in the second half, Whitley Bay held on to their lead until about 15 minutes from time when Dunlevy cut through to score. School were now clearly on top, and Bootle on receiving a long pass from one of the forwards in the loose cut through to score between the posts : Christison converted. A few minutes later the ball for once went smoothly along the line to Donaldson who scored wide out. The forwards were once again outweighted, and seldom got the ball in the tight or line-outs, but they were again quick to turn defence into attack, being well controlled by Darling who was easily the best forward on the field.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goal, 3 tries, 14 points. Whitley Bay G.S.—1 goal, 5 points.

Team : Heald J. A., Donaldson, M. P. Dunlevy, J. V. Welch, Slater, V. T. Bootle, Christison, D. R. Darling, Donn, Soden, Howarth, Scott K., Jeffcock, A. I.amb, Spence.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. SOUTH SHIELDS H.S. lsi XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 16th).

Before the School seemed to have realised that the match had begun a South Shields forward following up the kick-off gathered and ran through to score. However the School were not ruffled by this early score and were soon attacking. Play was fast and open, with the School three-quarters always looking the more dangerous in attack and more severe in defence. Hallwood and Dunlevy frequently gained ground by well judged kicks into the open space, and the South Shields' full-back was constantly harried by-fast following-up. Shortly before half-time Dunlevy broke through and timed his pass perfectly to Bootle for the latter to score. In the second half the School gained a clear ascendancy, and an excellent movement ended in Dean scoring after Dunlevy and Bootle had each beaten their man : Dunlevy converted. Soon afterwards Dunlevy broke through and scored : Hallwood converted. South Shields then attacked strongly and from a scrum near the School line their scrum-half slipped over for a try. School came back to the attack, and from a kick ahead by Dunlevy, Donaldson got the touch-down : Hallwood kicked a beautiful goal from far out. School continued to press and Howarth followed up at great speed a penalty kick which went wide to touch down for the final try.

This was the best performance by any School team since the war, and the first victory over South Shields H.S. since 1939. Donn was getting a reasonable share of the ball from the set scrums, Lamb was excellent in the line-out, while all the forwards were constantly throwing out passes to the three-quarters whenever the ball went loose. Darling and Soden were ferocious in the loose and in their tackling : the backing-up was excellent and the whole side was inspired by the splendid example set by Dunlevy. After the match Colours were awarded to D. I. Hallwood, P. H. Soden, I. R. Christison, J. A. Dean.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—3 goals, 2 tries, 21 points. South Shields H.S.—2 tries, 6 points.

Team : Heald J. A.. Dean J. A.. V. T. Bootle, M. P. Dunlevy. Donaldson, D. R. Darling, Donn, Soden, Howarth, Scott K , Christison, A. Lamb, Jeffcock.

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SCHOOL 1st XV v. MORPETH GRAMMAR SCHOOL 2nd XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 23rd).

Though this match was not quite such an excellent one as the previous week's, the School again won comfortably. From the start the School outsides were obviously superior to their opponents, but for ten minutes or so were never quite able to score. Then the ball went along the line to Dunlevy who beat his man before passing to Donaldson for the latter to score wide out : Hallwood converted with a difficult kick against the wind. Morpeth forwards made ground several times but the School came back to the attack and a good movement ended with Donaldson scoring again. Morpeth were then nearly over but Heald saved with an excellent tackle and soon after distinguished himself by his fearlessness in following up and charging down a kick. Another movement ended with Dean being tackled just short of the line. After half-time Tynemouth continued to have the best of the game, and Dunlevy sent in Donaldson for a try : Hallwood's kick was again a fine one. Morpeth attacked without ever being really dangerous. From a loose maul a quick pass out by a forward sent the three-quarters away, and Dunlevy went through to score between the posts : Hallwood con-verted. School were all handling well and Dean was nearly over. Then Bootle made a beautiful break-through with a side-step and hand-off and passed to Dunlevy who again sent in Donaldson for his fourth try. Lamb, Darling and Soden were all first-rate in the loose, and Lamb was very good in the line-out. Welch was remarkably quick to beat his opposite number, but his own passes were too slow and short.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—3 goals, 2 tries, 21 points. Morpeth Grammar School—Nil.

Team : Heald J. A., Donaldson, M. P. Dunlevy, V. T. Bootle, J. A. Dean, D. I. Hallwood, J. V. Welch, D. R. Darling, Donn, P. H. Soden, Howarth, Scott K., Jefifcock, A. Lamb, I. R. Christison.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. BEDE GRAMMAR SCHOOL 2nd XV (Played at Sunderland on Saturday, November 20th).

Although the School had five reserves playing, it immediately became obvious that Bede were too weak to offer serious opposition. The School were able to score almost at will, and would have amassed an even greater score had there not been too much careless passing. Tries were scored by Dunlevy (4), Bootle (4), Donaldson (4), Dean (3), Slater (1), Parker (1), Howarth (1). Christison kicked 7 goals and Dunlevy 4.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—11 goals, 7 tries, 70 points. Bede Grammar School—Nil.

Team : Williams D., Donaldson, Parker, V. T. Bootle, J. A. Dean, Slater, M. P. Dunlevy, D. R. Darling, Donn, P. H. Soden, Howarth, Oliver, I. R. Christison, A. Lamb, Rowell.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. DAME ALLAN'S 2nd XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, December 11th).

Both sides were well below full strength for this match as a result of the 'flu, and this soon became apparent from the quality of the play. The

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School forwards were very lethargic until the last ten minutes, and seemed Loo weary to put their heads down and push in the loose scrums. The School, however, were soon pressing and within live minutes from a loose scrum the ball went along the line for Donaldson to score. Ilallwood kicked an excellent goal. 1 he School outsides were much better than their opponents, and Dunlevy and Hallwood continually harried the full-back with well-judged kicks. Before good movements had brought three more tries (2 by Dean and another by Donaldson). Hallwood converted one. Dame Allan's for a short while pressed and scored from a set scrum near the School line. Play followed the same sort of pattern in the second half : Dunlevy made a fine run of 30-40 yards to score himself. Soon after he again cut through to send in Donaldson. From a good movement Dean scored, and just on time Lamb and Howarth combined in an excellent dribble for the former to score : Hallwood kicked two more goals. Of the forwards, Darling, though less aggressive than usual was outstanding, and at least one of the tries was made by his picking up in the loose and throwing out a long, fast pass. All the outsides were good, with Dunlevy always dangerous. Heald made no mistakes at full-back, and brought off one splendid tackle on the corner-post.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goals, 4 tries, 32 points. Dame Allan's School—1 try, 3 points.

Team : Heald J. A., Donaldson, M. P. Dunlevy, Slater, J. A. Dean, D. I. Hallwood, I. R. Christison, D. R. Darling, Donn, Peacock G. W., Howarth, Scott K., Spence, Williams D. J., A. Lamb.

JUNIOR RUGBY School v. Whitley Bay G.S. At Percy Park.

Whitley won the toss and very rightly elected to play with the appreci-able wind. Play was fairly even for the first ten minutes until Whitley opened the score with a penalty goal between the posts. School then pressed harder, repeatedly playing in the visitors' 25, but lacked the extra thrust to score. The half-time whistle sounded after Smith W. had collected \ery coolly under pressure in his own in-goal and found a good touch. Following the resumption School equalised with a penalty goal by Jackson M., who, very soon afterwards, put the School ahead with a very well-run try in the corner. The altered rules were responsible for a fair number of penalties but these did not spoil a game in which the School increased their lead through tries by Burn—a nippy breakaway from a set scrum near the Whitley line and a dive over, seemingly with three opponents on his back!—and Jarvis, whose unrelieved aggression thus received its due reward. None of the tries were converted, though Broom came very near with difficult wide-angled kicks, made doubly difficult by the strong wind. Playing in the, for him, unusual position of full-back, and despite his kick-ing failures to find touch, Armstrong R. handled well and frequently opened up the game; as did Hampton also. The most obvious weakness was in the poor service to the three-quarters who, in any case, inclined to lie too far back.

Score : Tynemouth School—12 points. Whitley Bay G.S.—3 points.

School v. Gosforth G.S. At Percy Park. Winning the toss Armstrong R. decided to play the first half with the

sun at his back; the sun that shone more brilliantly and warmingly than on

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the majority o£ this year's cricketing days. Gosforth, somewhat heavier in the three quarters, soon displayed tneir determination to go all-out lor the goal-line given the least opportunity, and their first try was not long held off by the School's weak tackling. Despite Appleton's effective hooking from the set scrums, successful on all but two occasions, Gosforth added to their score with another try, before the School opened their account with a scrambled try by Whiteley just on half-time. Continuing to make little positive use of the pack's good heeling, the passing between the halves regularly served only to lose ground, and a quick Gosforth interception put them over again for a try near the corner flag. Fighting hard the School forwards retaliated with an attractive dribble from the centre almost to the Gosforth line, where an opponent attempted a touch-down a foot within the field of play, and in the resulting scramble Whiteley grounded his second try. Gosforth's fourth try was quickly followed by a vigorous run through by Jarvis who grounded between the posts, but Jackson M. failed to convert. Only seconds before no-side Jarvis was off again on his own, but from a markedly off-side position. Good forward play, but a noticeable lack of thrust in the three-quarters apart from Jackson M.

Score : Gosforth G.S.—12 points. Tynemouth School—9 points.

School v. Hexham G.S. At Percy Park. With key players unfit and another not available, the prospects against

the usually strong Hexham side were not very bright : especially when first sight of them showed greater weight in most positions. Accordingly, having won the toss, it was no surprise that the visitors went ahead with a quick try by their strong wing-threequarter captain : a try easily converted. Albeit, the School fought back and repeated advantages gained in the loose took them to a line-out in Hexham's 25, where a long, straight throw sent Burn jinking his way through for a try at the corner. Despite the difficult angle, Broom levelled the scores with a fine conversion. A very even game developed until the visiting captain broke away for the second time to ground the ball under the posts; likewise easily converted. Playing at fly-half for the first time, Jarvis used the greater freedom of this position well, and just before half-time ploughed his way right through and over the opposition for the School's second try—but again well out. Most en-couraging was the confident certainty with which Broom's awkwardly-angled kick added the equalising goal points. Whilst able to push our pack off the ball in most set scrums, Hexham failed to bind in the loose and in this department the School forwards excelled. On the other hand there was no doubting the visitors' superiority in the three-quarters, and so the second half progressed as anyone's game. Indeed, it may well be that this game was won and lost off the field of play proper, on the touchline, whence Hexham were alternately bullied and threatened, whilst from a Park player the School received some infrequent but firm encouragement. Anyhow, when Hexham cross-kicked from a penalty in their own 25, Towers gathered and sprinted over on his own near the flag. Within seconds almost, Parr, having followed up aggresively, was scoring another try by the other flag. Conversions were not attempted. A good Hexham passing movement resulted in an unconverted try. but, with the School pressing hard in the Hexham half, Jarvis, with ball hugged tight, set his eyes on the Hexham line and did not stop until the ball was duly grounded between the posts, leaving behind him a trail of sprawled visitors. High and straight went Broom's conversion to clinch a good School win.

Score : Tynemouth School—21 points. Hexham G.S.—13 points.

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School 'Bantams' v. Dame Allan's 'Bantams' At Fenham. These two physically, well-matched XVs promised a good game.

Winning the toss the School played 'downhill' to such good advantage that hall-time found them with a 10 points lead through two sound tries of the bull-dozing type by Henderson : both excellently converted by Broom from well-out on either side. Some weak tackling in the first hall became even more obvious later and repeatedly Hampton—now well established as lull-back—had to retrieve threatening situations. Even so. Dame Allan's biggest three-quarter did get through just once for an unconverted try. The School soon strengthened their hold on the game with two more tries : the first by Armstrong R., following a good dribbling attack, and the second by Sutton R. S., after a hard run down the wing. These tries near the corner flags were not converted.

Score : Tynemouth School—16 points. Dame Allan's—3 points.

School v. Royal Grammar School At Sutherland Park. A much bigger side, within seconds of the kick-off R.G.S. scored with

a try when a three-quarter went through easily, although four School players laid hands on him : they appeared to be blessing his progress rather than trying to bury him in the soft ground. Far from being a momentary lapse, poor marking and tackling soon laid the foundation for a large R.G.S. score. Nevertheless, the School did not lack opportunities, largely due to the sterling work of forwards Armstrong R., Jackson D. and Parr in the loose; their aggressive dribbling frequently took the ball into the R.G.S. 25, but only to have the opposition relieving each time. Early in the game Jarvis forced his way through some half-dozen opponents near the centre to gain a clear run for a certain try, only to be brought back and penalised for striking instead of handing-off. After this momentary success, he was a marked man and, despite determined efforts, rarely there-after did he make more than a few yards before being grassed—unfortun-ately, usually in possession. However, Jarvis it was who, in a prolonged loose maul near the R.G.S. line, succeeded in registering the School's solitary try well out. For all the opposition's advantage in weight, this was a sorry display with too many of the School XV simply hovering on the fringe of the game and leaving it to the fighting few; of whom Armstrong R., Parr and Jackson D. E. P. were awarded Junior Colours.

Score : Royal Grammar School—31 points. Tynemouth School—3 points.

School v. Morpeth G.S. At Morpeth. The kick-off found the School facing a XV which possessed a pack big

and strong enough to overrun the R.G.S. XV—a disheartening prospect from the outset. Even so, Morpeth were held to only three tries in the first half (one converted) and two unconverted tries in the second half; these last two both due to foolish fly-kicking in defence. The marked disparity of weight did not give Morpeth all the play, though they did win most of the set scrums and all the line-outs. The School had 'their chances and three penalty goals should have been kicked, but Broom seemed to have misplaced his straight-shooting boots. With a few minutes of play left, the School heeled out of a loose scrummage and, gathering the ball cleanly, the diminutive form of Burn appeared to launch itself through a solid block of .Morpeth defenders for the School's only try—unconverted.

Score : Morpeth Grammar School—17 points. Tynemouth School—3 points.

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School v. South Shields H.S. At Percy Park. Another large side, but greatly handicapped by their ignorance of the

changed rules whereby they incurred many penalties, though none of them a possible goal. In the up and down battle which ensued, R. Armstrong's vigorous leadership had the School pack pressing the hardest, but it was a Shields three-quarter who occasionally broke away, unsuccessfully. Once again Burn opened the School's score with his now familiar try alter a nippy break from a set scrum in the visitors' 25, followed by a dive into the midst of burly defenders. No conversion. Half-time was followed by a clean Shields passing movement which led to a try, but no conversion. A few minutes from no-side the School had the ball going along the three-quarter line better than ever before this season, with the result that Towers received it on the touchline, went hard and straight, handed off three attempts to force him into touch, and grounded the ball between the posts. Jackson M. converted.

Score : Tynemouth School—8 points. South Shields H. S.—3 points.

School v. Whitley Bay G.S. At Whitley Bay. The School won the toss and elected to make the best of very bad

playing conditions by playing downhill with the cross wind slightly behind them. On a soft ground the School exploited the short punt ahead to good effect, but failed to appreciate the advantage of using the wind for long touches into the opposing half. Giving his almost regular performance Burn scored the only try of the first half from the base of a set scrum in the Whitley 25, and Jackson M'. converted neatly. But a five points lead was far from satisfactory on changing round, except that Whitley similarly failed to use the long kick for touch and penetrated the School defence only once for an unconverted try. The game was then waged very evenly from one to the other, until Jarvis used his weight effectively for a try well out, which was not converted. Not a good game, either to play or watch, largely due to the unsatisfactory ground conditions.

Score : Tynemouth School—8 points. Whitley Bay G.S.—3 points.

School 'Bantams' v. Dame Allan's 'Bantams' At Fenham. Despite having to play up the decided hill of this ground because of

losing the toss, the School would have scored within the first minute but for mishandling on the Dame Allan's goal line. However, a score was not long delayed, for R. Armstrong scored a dashing try at the corner, which was not converted. Whilst pressing hard, many of the School passes were wild, and intercepting such a one a Dame Allan's three-quarter pounded down the middle for the line only to be charged off the ball when about to ground it for a try—-but a penalty try was awarded and duly converted. Well into the second half the game progressed with honours fairly even in the struggle, before McWhirter, taking one of Dean's superbly long passes, went through almost to the line where, when tackled, he passed to Craig, well up with him, to score the School's second try. Henderson's conversion was quite definite. An attractively executed passing movement, starting from a set scrum in the School half, went right along the three-quarter line to Sutton R. S., who shot away from the centre line to outpace the opposition and grounded the ball at his leisure under the posts. Jackson M. converted this one. Within seconds Craig was treating us to a delightful run almost from his own 26, but when he was tackled near the Dame Allan's

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line there was no one up with him to finish oft" the movement. The next incident of note was unforgettable. A penalty kick awarded to the School under the Dame Allan's posts was obviously too much of a gift tor Dean R. who in his zeal to add three quick points to the School's score punted his 'goal'. This over-zealous lapse was soon oftset when the same player had the spectators on their toes with excitement as he collected on the centre, "sold a lovely dummy", then jinked and pranced his way through the massed opposition to score near the posts. Broom failed with the kick. Campbell G., for the first time, showed some of his promise of last season with a fine solo run, but, lacking support, he was brought down in posses-sion. Then Jackson M., foraging for the ball out on the right wing, gained possession only to find the opposition so well strung out along their own goal line that he had to evade some half dozen tackles on his way across to the other wing before he could score by the flag. No conversion.

Score : Tynemouth School—19 points. -

Dame Allan's—-5 points. Midway through the 1954-55 season suffice it to observe that this

record of 9 games played, with 6 won and 8 lost promises well for the. remaining games in the New Year, and Junior Colours were deservedly won bv R. Armstrong, J. C. Parr, D. E. P. Jackson and J. E. Hampton.

C.J.K.

SCHOOL OFFICERS A. Lamb.

A. Lamb, J. V. Welch, M. P. Dunlevy, D. I. Hallwood, H. D. Jeffcock, D. R. Darling, P. H. Soden, V. T. Bootle, J. A. Dean.

Captain of Football : M. P. Dunlevy.

House Captains : North Shields — M. P. Dunlevy. Whitley Bay — A. Lamb. Tynemouth — J. V. Welch. Monkseaton—-D. I. Hallwood.

Head Boy :

Prefects :

T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L M A G A Z I N E

SPRING TERM

S C H O O L N O T E S

We welcome Mr. E. J. R. Milne to the Staff as English Master. Speech Day was held on Saturday, February 19th at the Carlton Cinema,

Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by the Member of Parliament for the Borough, Dame Irene Ward.

In the morning a Service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the address was given by Rev. J. W. Turnbull, Vicar of All Saints, Gosforth.

Avete VIA. C. J. C. Yates. III . G. Fletcher, P. J. Heusser. Jun. R. V. Evans. T.P.S. J. E. M. Davidson.

Valete V. J. H. Blades, D. H. Crosbie. IV. J. E. Hampton. III . C. J. Mitchell. I. C. W. Hindle. Jun. W. B. Chalmers, J. C. Martin, A. J. Martin, R. I. Mitchell.

W H I T L E Y B A Y H O U S E N O T E S

House Master : Mr. J. M. MILLER. House Captain : A. LAMB.

This term was a rather unsuccessful one for the House. We were the winners of the " wooden spoon " in the House Matches ; neither the senior nor the junior team succeeded in winning a point.

We have been represented on the XV by J. Heald, A. Lamb and by Jeffcock. Williams C., Parr, Slack and Gibbon played regularly for the junior team.

J. Heald was awarded his Colours early in the term and Williams played for the County Under 15.

Finally we congratulate Jackson D., Stenhouse, McWhirter, Duncan, Jackson A., Robinson R., and Shaw, on attaining high positions in their res-pective forms.

N O R T H S H I E L D S H O U S E N O T E S

House Master : Mr. R. FULLARTON. House Captain : M. P. DUNLEVY.

This term has been uneventful on the Rugby field and we could only gain third place in the House Matches. We have been represented on the School

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XV by M. P. Dunlevy (Captain), Williams D. and Oliver. Armstrong R. (Captain), Hampton, Potter, Craig and Henderson played on the Junior sides.

On the scholastic side we won the House Shield. We congratulate Brown G., Watson I., Smith G. K., Bower, Lindsay and Miller on their high form positions.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. UNSWORTH. House Captain : D. I. HALLWOOD.

This term has been a successful one for the House. In the House Matches both teams were unbeaten. The House was represented on the School XV by D. I. Hallwood, I. R. Christison, P. H. Soden, P. H. Howarth, A. M. Donaldson and Laidler. Donaldson gained his Colours this term. Whiteley and Towers played regularly for the Junior XV.

We congratulate Faddy, Hulme, Whiteley, Balmforth, Moore, Dixon and Boag on their high form positions.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. WASTLE. House Captain : J. V. WELCH.

This term the House was more successful in the scholastic line than in games. We congratulate Gray, Purdue A., Dean R., Appleton, Mitchell, Merrick P., Buglass, Rang J., Purdue H., Green and Lambert J., all of whom gained high places in their respective forms.

On the School XV we have been represented by J. V. Welch, J. A. Dean, Peacock and Slater whilst Appleton, Burn, Jarvis and Jackson M., all played for the Junior team. In the House Matches we were placed second.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL — Spring Term, 1955 During the Christmas holidays the majority of the 1st XV played for

either the Percy Park or Rockcliff Schoolboys' sides, and Dunlevy for North-umberland Schoolboys against Cumberland. Throughout January, February and half of March virtually no football was possible owing to the weather, and only one match, against R.G.S. 'A' XV, took place. In March we again com-peted in the Inter-Schools seven-a-sides at Morpeth and after a closely fought game were beaten by a goal to a try by Morpeth II in the first round. The team was : J. A. Dean, Donaldson, M. P. Dunlevy, I. R. Christison, D. I. Hallwood, P. H. Soden, and A. Lamb.

A. M. Donaldson was awarded his 1st XV Colours on the last day of term for his consistently good play through the season.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. R.G.S. <A* XV. (Played at R.G.S. on Saturday, January 29th)

The R.G.S., with six or seven of their 1st XV playing, were a powerful side and so outweighted the School forward that they secured possession from almost every set-scrum and most of the line-outs. Play was fast and exciting throughout, though there was much faulty handling by both sides and excessive kicking by the School. R.G.S. came near to scoring early on but the defence held and the School then pressed hard. R.G.S. were again nearly through, and Dean had to go off with a severely bruised shoulder. The School forwards immediately took the ball down to the R.G.S. line, where from the scrum the R.G.S. were rash enough to heel and Welch was too quick for them and scored.

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R.G.S. came back and their centre, taking a pass at great speed, ran through to score. School pressed again, but an R.G.S. centre again cut through to score. Dean then returned to the field and School pressed but could not score. After half-time School forwards got together better, put in some good rushes and opened up the game more to the out-sides. Welch beat his man to the ball from an R.G.S. heel, dribbled some way, picked up, made more ground, and cross-kicked for Dunlevy to get the touch-down. Hallwood failed with a difficult kick. This try ended the scoring. Dunlevy always looked dangerous, and set a splendid example by his tackling, but over-worked the punt ahead. The outstanding player was, however, Welch. He was so quick in his spoiling that in spite of a monotonous heeling from every scrum the R.G.S. fly-half had not more than two or three good passes during the whole game, and more often than not, instead of receiving a pass, he saw Welch coming towards him with the ball at his feet.

Final Score : Tynemouth School 2 tries. 6 points. R.G.S. 1 goal, 1 try. 8 points.

1st XV Colours were awarded to J. A. Heald and P. H. Howarth after the match.

Team : J. A. Heald, Donaldson, M. P. Dunlevy, J. A. Dean, Parker, D. I. Hallwood, J. V. Welch, P. H. Soden, Oliver, Howarth, G. W. Peacock, D. J. Williams, I. R. Christison, A. Lamb, and Jeffcock.

1st XV CHARACTERS

M. P. Dunlevy. (Colours, 1953-54-55.) A fast, determined centre, he has been the mainspring of the attack, and enabled his wing to score numerous tries, but has a tendency to kick too often. A sure tackier and an excellent kick, he has been a most inspiring captain.

V. T. Bootle. (Colours, 1952-53-54.) He has quickly adapted himself to the position of centre ; with a long stride is deceptively fast and by the perfect timing of his passes has made many tries for others. His defence is always faultless.

D. R. Darling. (Colours, 1953-54.) The best forward the School have had for many years. A tireless worker, a very good dribbler, and a splendid tackier. His fast long passes of a ball picked up in the loose have led to many tries. He has been an inspiring leader of the pack.

J. V. Welch. (Colours, 1953-54-55.) His passes still lack length and speed, but he is astonishingly quick in his spoiling. An excellent dribbler and an elusive runner with a very good sense of position in defence.

A. Lamb. (Colours, 1953-54-55.) Fast and intelligent in the open, combining well with the outsides ; his line-out play has much improved, and when called upon to do, he has led the pack admirably.

D. I. Hallwood. (Colours, 1954-55.) Still too slow into his stride for a fly-half, but he handles immaculately and is an excellent kick. His defence has much improved.

P. H. Soden. (Colours, 1954-55.) A hard-working forward, fast in the open, and combining well with the three-quarters. A very good kick and an ex-cellent tackier.

I. R. Christison. (Colours, 1954-55.) A very good blind-side forward with a wonderful sense of position. His handling is better than most three-quarters', and he is an excellent kick.

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J. A. Dean. (Colours, 1954-55.) A very strong-running wing, always difficult to stop. His handling is now very good and his defence excellent.

J. A. Heald. (Colours, 1955.) An ' untidy-looking ' full-back, he nevertheless rarely fails to find touch. His positioning is good, his tackling efficient and his stopping of foot rushes fearless.

P. H. Howarth. (Colours, 1955.) A strongly built and surprisingly fast forward, good in the loose, but still too inclined to fall off-side. He must learn to improve his passing.

A. M. Donaldson. (Colours, 1955.) A fast, determined wing with a good swerve, who has scored many tries during the season ; excellent in defence.

Jeffcock. A very quick-breaking back-row forward ; handles well, but is over inclined to go for the intercept ; must learn to tackle harder.

Donn. By the end of the season he had become a capable hooker ; a hard worker in the loose scrums and most efficient spoiler at the front of the line-out.

K. Scott. A hard-working 2nd row forward, but lacking in ' devil '. Must learn to improve his handling and to react more quickly.

HOUSE MATCHES

Seven-a-side matches were played as usual, with two teams from each house. Ten points were given for a win by a 1st VII. and six for a win by a 2nd VII. With four members of the side which had represented the School in the Seven-a-sides at Morpeth, Monkseaton were the strongest team, and in spite of an injury to Donaldson in the first round, both their teams were un-beaten. There was little to choose between the North Shields and Tynemouth 1st teams, and the standard of play all round was better than usual.

Monkseaton 1 23 North Shields 1 3 Monkseaton 1 16 North Shields 1 8 Monkseaton 1 6 Whitley Bay 1 3 Monkseaton II 13 North Shields II 3 Monkseaton II 10 North Shields II 8 Monkseaton II 12 Whitley Bay II 0

v. Whitley Bay I 0 v. Tynemouth I 6 v. Tynemouth 1 0 v. Whitley Bay 1 5 v. North Shields 1 0 v. Tynemouth 1 6 v. Whitley Bay II 3 v. Tynemouth II 0 v. Tynemouth II 3 v. Whitlev Bay II 3 v. North Shields II 0 v. Tynemouth II 6

Final Positions Monkseaton 48 points. Tynemouth 26 points. North Shields 22 points. Whitley Bay 0 points.

JUNIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL

Nothing could have been more disappointing for the Junior XV in the Spring Term than that bad weather permitted the playing of only two games.

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In the return fixture with the Royal Grammar School at Percy Park the School held these comparative giants to lose by the narrow margin of 3 points to 17 points. Visiting South Shields High School at the end of term the School team lost by 8 points to 11 points in a hard-fought game, the result of which was in doubt up to the final whistle.

SPEECH DAY

Mr. Lazenby Pearson, Chairman of the Governors, presided at the Prize-giving at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth, on Saturday, February 19th.

The Headmaster gave his report for the year. He said that the examination results for the period were of a satisfactory standard. Many successes of Old Boys were named. In a brief reference to games he reported very successful seasons both at cricket and football.

In her address to the boys, after she had presented the prizes, Dame Irene Ward urged the boys to cherish the school traditions. She spoke of the ancient traditions associated with the life and work of Members of Parliament at Westminster. Through the years a School acquired traditions. Such traditions conditioned the code of behaviour of Members of Parliament and Members of a school alike and had helped many who found themselves in a tight corner.

Prizes

General Certificate of Education

Advanced Level : P. R. Hilton, G. R. Scott.

Ordinary Level (five subjects or over) : D. R. Barkwill, J. D. Brown, D. R. Darling, J. A. Dean, A. M. Donaldson, C. P. Donn, W. R. Gair, M. E. Mangenie, J. C. Sheales, G. S. S. Spence.

Ordinary Level (under five subjects) : " V. T. Bootle, J. T. Browne, I. Crawford, P. Gofton, G. W. T. Pea-

cock, J. W. Perry, R. J. T. Pope, P. H. Soden, D. M. S. Topps, A. Lamb.

Stockdale Prizes for Languages :

W. R. Gair, D. R. Barkwill, J. C. Sheales.

Form Prizes

V. A. S. Nicol, J. B. Oliver, H. E. Evans, G. A. Fairbairn. IV. D. E. P. Jackson, G. W. Harrison. I I I . D. M. Faddy, G. G. Brown. IIA. A. M. Hulme, C. J. Mitchell, P. M. Merrick. IIB. J. P. J. Rang, A. J. W. Jackson. I. H. M. Purdue, H. M. Stoddart.

Juniors A. D. Dodds, O. Harrison. B. R. Clements.

Progress Prizes : A. M. A. Lindsay. B. R. I. Mitchell.

T.P.S. IIIA. P. Williams. IIIB. G. Shaw. II . C. Myers, D. Swann. I. H. C. McCarthy.

Progress Prizes : IIIA. A. Hulme. IIIB. S. Edes. II . S. Hood. I.' R. W. Webb.

SCHOOL OFFICERS

Head Boy : A. Lamb.

Prefects : A. Lamb, J. V. Welch, M. P. Dunlevy, D. I. Hallwood, H. D. Jcffcock, P. H. Soden, J. A. Dean, J. B. Oliver, D. E. W. Laidler, R. Christison.

Captain of Football : M. P. Dunlevy.

House Captains : Whitley Bay : A. Lamb. Tynemouth : J. V. Welch. North Shields : M. P. Dunlevy. Monkseaton : D. I. Hallwood.

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SUMMER TERM

The Sports were held on Wednesday, May 4th. The prizes were presented by Mrs. Lamb. After the Sports, parents were entertained to tea in the Pavilion by the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison.

On Saturday June 25th, the Memorial Building was Opened and Dedicated.

We congratulate D. E. P. Jackson on winning an Entrance Scholarship to Rossall School.

Avete

Juniors H. R. Cockburn, R. Davidson, R. J. Gardner, P. Hunt.

T.P.S. J. M. Bamet-Lamb, N. A. Bosher, D. M. Jewitt, D. E. Mayes, E. H. Woods, C. N. B. Young.

Valete

VIA. A. Lamb. Prefect 1952-5. Head Boy 1954. XV 1953-4-5. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1953 (8). (A.L.) 1955 (2). Dux Cup.

P. R. Hilton. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1952 (8). (A.L.) 1954 (2). 1955 (3). Reserve for State Scholarship.

M. P. Dunlevy. Prefect 1952-5. XV 1952-3-4-5. XI 1953-4-5 G.C.E. (O.L.) 1953 (5). (A.L.) 1955 (3).

H. D. Jeffcock. Prefect 1953-4-5. XI 1953-4-5. G.C.E. (O.L ) 1953 (7). (A.L.) 1955 (2).

J. V. Welch. Prefect 1952-3-4-5. XV 1953-4-5. XI 1953-4-5. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1953 (5). (A.L.) 1955 (2).

D. I. Hallwood. Prefect 1952-3-4-5. XV 1954-5. XI 1953-4-5 G.C.E. (O.L.) 1953 (4). (A.L.) 1955 (2).

J. D. Brown. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954. (6). VIB. R. A. Blundell. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955. (1).

J. H. Childs. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (2). B. Corner. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (6). A. M. Donaldson. XV 1954-5. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (3). P. H. Howarth. XV 1954-5. G. W. T. Peacock. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (3). R. J. T. Pope. Sports Champion 1954, 1955. G.C.E. (O.L.) (2). D. J. F. Slater. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (4). P. H. Soden. Prefect 1953-4-5. XV 1954-55. XI 1954-55

G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (3).

V. D. E. P. Jackson. Classical Scholarship to Rossall. J. I. Davies.

IV. G. A. Campbell, D. W. Broom.

III . W. Legg, M. R. Armstrong.

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D. B. Buglass, M. R. Darling, F. W. Purvis. J. S. Legg, J. M. Lowrie, P. J. Shepherd, D. K. Bavidge. I. T. Gilmore, B. Lowrie, C. W. Nicholls. L. Scott, D. L. Holgate, R. J. Hobson, O. K. Harrison, J. Appleton. A. Bewick, J. Burnside, M. J. Cubie, A. W. Fletcher, A. C. Girven, A. C. Hessleberth, B. G. Hickmott, P. A. Jewitt, P. A. Lawson, C. A. Myers, T. Orrell, K. A. Pringle, D. Swan, J. E. Taylor, J. J. Thorne, P. Unsworth.

T Y N E M O U T H H O U S E N O T E S

House Master : Mr. G. A. WASTLE. House Captain : J. V. WELCH.

This year we were knocked out in the first round of the House matches by Whitley Bay after winning the Cup in the two previous years. We have been represented on the XI by J. V. Welch, A. W. Harper, D. J. F. Slater, J. Dean and Fairbairn. Slater and Harper both were awarded their Colours. M. Jackson, Jarvis, Appleton, A. Purdue and G. Campbell played for the ' Under 14

N O R T H S H I E L D S H O U S E N O T E S

House Master : Mr. R. FULLARTON. House Captain : M. P. DUNLEVY.

This term has been most successful, both scholastically and on the sports field. We congratulate G. Harrison, Rowell, I. Watson, G. Brown, G. K. Smith, Lindsay and Miller on their high form places. On the cricket field we have been represented on the XI by M. P. Dunlevy and by R. Armstrong, W. Legg and Jenkins on the Junior XI. On Sports Day we won the House Cup by an overwhelming number of points. We congratulate R. Pope, R. Armstrong and E. Smith on winning the Senior, Middle and Junior Cups respectively. Pope won the Senior Cup for the second year in succession. Finally we congratulate Pope on being chosen to represent Northumberland in the All England School Sports. After winning both his qualifying heats he was third in the final of the 440 yards.

M O N K S E A T O N H O U S E N O T E S

House Master : Mr. D. S. UNSWORTH. House Captain : D. I. HALLWOOD.

This term has ended a very successful year for the House. Having won the Rugger Cup last term the House carried off the Cricket Cup and was placed third in the Sports.

D. I. Hallwood (capt.), I. R. Christison and P. H. Soden played for the XI and Whiteley, Balmforth and Davison for the Junior team.

We congratulate Faddy, Hulme, Darling M., Robertson, Moore and Robinson A. on their high form places.

W H I T L E Y B A Y H O U S E N O T E S

House Master : Mr. J. M. MILLER. House Captain : A. LAMB.

This term has not been a successful one for the House. We were second on Sports Day and were beaten by Monkseaton in the final of the Cricket Cup. H. D. Jeffcock and J. Heald played for the XI and Parr, Lewis and Thom for

IIA. IIB. I.

Junior

T.P.S.

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the Junior XI. To D. Jackson we offer congratulations on winning an Open Scholarship to Rossall. We congratulate D. Jackson, C. Williams, Duncan, Fanshawe, A. Jackson, Hetherington and R. Robinson on attaining high positions in their respective forms.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS

This year 4 School Records were broken and 2 equalled. R. Pope broke the 20-year-old record for the Quarter Mile in 51 i sees, and the 220 yards Senior. Towers broke another 20-year-old record for the 220 yards (14-15 years) and R. Armstrong the 75 yards (11-14 years). In the 100 yards (over 14) Pope equalled the record set up in 1924 of lOjj sees, and Rowell that of 25§ sees, for the 220 yards (15-16 years).

Results Long Jump (over 14) : 1. Dunlevy ; 2 eq. Lamb, Dean J. Long Jump (11-14) : 1. Whiteley ; 2. Armstrong R. ; 3. Jenkins. Long Jump (under 14) : 1. Smith E. ; 2. Lambert R. ; 3. Jackson A. Cricket Ball : 1. Williams D . ; 2. Soden ; 3. Dean J. High Jump (11-14) : 1. Armstrong R. ; 2. eq. Harvey J., Bush High Jump (under 11) : 1. eq. Graham I., Wr igh t ; 3. eq. Bower, Cockburn. One Mile (open) : 1. Lamb ; 2. Pope R. ; 3. Welch. Quarter Mile (open) : 1. Pope R. ; 2. Dunlevy ; 3. Lamb. 75 yds. (11-14) : 1. Armstrong R. ; 2. Bush ; 3. Jenkins. 75 yds. (under 11) : 1. Robinson R. ; 2. Green ; 3. Jackson A. 75 yds. (Jun. under 61) : 1. Ketton ; 2. M o a t ; 3. Lewis A. 75 yds. (Jun. over 6i) : 1. Holgate ; 2. Dresser ; 3. Harrison O. 100 yds. (over 14) : 1. Pope R. ; 2. Dunlevy ; 3. Lamb. 75 yds. T.P.S. (upper) : 1. Gregory; 2. Hood S. ; 3. Squires. 75 yds. T.P.S. (middle) : 1. Foster ; 2. Stanley ; 3. Dalrymple. 75 yds. T.P.S. (lower) : 1. Robinson R. ; 2. Pattinson ; 3. Simpson J. 220 yds. (under 10) : 1. Lambert R. ; 2. Brown R. ; 3. Somerville. 220 yds. (10-11) : 1. Smith E. ; 2. Robinson R. ; 3. Green. High Jump (over 14) : 1. Lamb ; 2. Welch ; 3. Jeffcock. 220 yds. (13-14) : 1. Armstrong R. ; 2. Thorn ; 3. Jenkins. 220 yds. (12-13) : 1. Harvey J. ; 2. Hodson ; 3. Duncan. 220 yds. (11-12) : 1. Askew ; 2. Thompson G. F. ; 3. Rang J. Half Mile (open) : 1. Lamb ; 2. Pope R. ; 3. Henderson J. Half Mile (Junior) : 1. Thom ; 2. Bush ; 3. Davison. 220 yds. (14-15) : 1. Towers ; 2. Jarvis ; 3. Jackson M. 220 yds. (15-16) : 1. Rowell; 2. Fairbairn ; 3. Toombs. 220 yds. (over 16) : 1. Pope R. ; 2. Dunlevy ; 3. Soden. School Handicap (under 12) : 1. Simpson ; 2. H u n t ; 3. Lovell. House Relay : 1. North Shields. Old Boys' Race : 1. Oliver. Parents' Race : Mr. Riley. School Handicap (over 12) : 1. Sheales J. ; 2. Gray ; 3. Williams D.

Champion of Sports :—Pope R. Middle Cup :— Armstrong R. Junior Cup :— Smith E. House Cup :— North Shields.

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" T H E JAMBOREE OF NEW HORIZONS" 8th World Jamboree — August 18th—28th, 1955

Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada

Our journey to Niagara-on-the-Lake took us via Ringway Manchester, Keflavik Iceland, Gander Newfoundland and Toronto Canada. Iceland was not on the schedule but we called there to refuel because of a hurricane in the Atlantic. Keflavik airport was reached at 2 a.m. and here we had a meal, really our supper long delayed because of engine trouble at Manchester. After a journey mostly over clouds and the icy mountains of Greenland, we reached Canada in 18 i hours flying time, at 8,500 feet almost all the way—except for landing !

At Malton airport, Toronto, the temperature was between 80 and 90° F. —a cool day we were told by J. F. Bittlestone our welcomer and Jamboree Organizer. At 4.30 p.m., Wednesday, 17th August, we reached our destination or almost, for a ride along the Queen Elizabeth Highway at about 70 m.p.h. took me to a Canadian Scout's home whose guest I was to be that night.

Two volume newspapers, drug stores, road speeds and commercial radio and T.V. all took me by surprise. One night's rest and then by car and lake steamer, the S.S. Cayuga, over Lake Ontario to the Jamboree site.

The Jamboree site contained, as well as the tents of Scouts from 62 nations, including even Korea, a bank, a post office, canteens, shops and other offices for organization purposes such as food distribution centres. It was divided into numerous sub-camps each with its own H.Q. and interpreters and scout police were everywhere ready to help.

We were in sub-camp Timberlands and after 2 days of preparing camp the opening ceremony was performed by the Governor-General of Canada, Rt. Hon. Vincent Massey. Then we paraded nine abreast around the Camp which was filled with hundreds of visitors. The Northumberland contingent was officially complimented on their marching on this occasion by British H.Q.

We were taken by motor coach for a swim in Lake Ontario which was luke-warm. T h e number of life saving devices at hand made drowning almost impossible. Niagara Falls were visited by us all and we crossed the Rainbow Bridge into America. Camp fires were blazing somewhere every night, and, with sun temperatures over 100° F., wonderful food including sweet corn, chicken and steaks cooked by ourselves on charcoal fires and non-stop enter-tainment, we had the time of our lives.

The closing ceremony came all too soon. In this, Scouts of all nations were intermingled and the scout promise reaffirmed in a multitude of languages, and then the climax came with a brilliant and unrehearsed speech by Lady Baden Powell and finally the crash of a sixty gun salute from Fort George behind the arena. Afterwards we linked arms, sang " Auld Lang Syne " and spread out in huge lines all over the camp site—all nations for once in com-plete harmony and friendship.

All was not yet over because for another week we stayed as guests of Canadian Scouts in and around Toronto. The Canadian National Exhibition, the biggest exhibition in the world was visited ; a dinner given by the Port Credit Rotarians, a Drive-in-Movie seen, a lunch given by the Anaconda American Brass Co. and trips to the Forks of the River Credit were provided for us. Finally, on the last night a " Mealie and Weaner Roast " (i.e. hot dogs and corn-on-the-cob) and a barn dance provided by a Mr. & Mrs. Armstrong, was thoroughly enjoyed.

Frantic packing and checking of luggage for me at 2 a.m. because of the dance, but then anti-climax ; engine trouble again delayed us some hours. At last Toronto, Gander, Ringway—no stop at Keflavik this time—and finally home again. It was all over too soon, but it was an unforgetable experience ; a chance of a life-time. W.R.G. (VI.A)

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SENIOR CRICKET

Eagerly anticipating a particularly full fixture list—including this season's additions of Blyth G.S., Alnwick Duke's School, an Army XI, and resumption with the local High School—D. I. Hallwood led his XI with a flourish to record a fine swashbuckling win over South Shields in the first game. Facing a South Shields total of 115 runs, batted out in appreciably more than half the available time, a sound 37 from new opening batsman Harper, a speedy 28 from Christison, and 18 minutes of resounding hitting by Hallwood for a near half-century not out, gave the School their first win in 1955 with only minutes to spare.

A few days later, against Rutherford's long-drawn-out innings of 72 runs, the School made a similar bold bid for a win against the clock, but lost the game by one run, despite a delightful 43 runs from Christison's bat and a confident opening 15 from Harper. The bowler of the day was certainly Slater, who captured 5 wickets for 16 rims with his slow, left-arm flighted spinners : this was our first sight of his practised ' Chinaman ' which was to tumble many wickets before the season was out. The award of Cricket Colours to A. W. Harper and D. J. F. Slater so early in the season was fully justified by their subsequent performances with bat and ball respectively. Consequently, for the remainder of the cricket term Hallwood led a School XI in the field with eight of them becapped by the new Cricket Colours, now incorporating the School's colours proper.

Hallwood's declaration at 155 for 3 wickets—78 of them from Christison —was too much for Gosforth, especially when Slater and Christison got among their stumps ; the former taking 4 for 11, and the latter 4 for 12. The Dame Allan's game was the first of many drawn fixtures, the bright spots being Slater's 3 for 24 and Harper's faultless 37. Keen rivals, Hexham G.S., were first met on their own ground, when the School's score of 93 runs was con-sidered somewhat inadequate in the face of Hexham's renowned batting strength. But with their two opening batsmen back in the pavilion for 1 run, Christison and Jeffcock went all out to return winning figures of 6 for 9 and 3 for 7 respectively.

Resumption of fixtures with Tynemouth High School was a high spot of this season, in the first of which the School's 117 runs—Christison making 76 of them—proved too strong for the High School, 6 of whom fell to Slater for only 20 runs. The long trip to Alnwick resulted in another drawn game on an indifferent, indeed dangerous wicket. Hero of the day was Dunlevy, when he stood up to the many body blows and cap-lifters of a fierce barrage to the tune of 10 runs in 58 minutes.

The return game with Rutherford developed into a tame draw, enlightened only by Harper's reliable opening innings of 32 and Christison's consistently accurate bowling for 13 overs for figures of 5 for 15. An 8 wickets victory over the Royal Grammar School was largely due to Slater's spinners—6 for 24 —coupled with Dunlevy's deft catching behind the stumps, and followed by some quick run-getting by Harper, Welch and Jeffcock.

Once again cast in a heroic role in our first fixture with Blyth G.S., on their ground, apart from Christison, Dunlevy alone withstood the onslaught of Blyth's fine left-arm fast bowler Hall, who on this wicket, so-called, proved positively dangerous to life and limb. Suffice it to say that, having defended nobly for 50 minutes for 22 runs endeavouring to save the game, Dunlevy was knocked out by the first ball of the last over—struck near the temple—-but resumed, to be out L.B.W. the next ball. Next season this game will be played at Preston Avenue !

Parents versus School cricket: one game only this year, and the writer of

a certain article in last year's School Magazine has to admit that his first para-graph was a gross understatement. A pleasant enough afternoon's outing which provided the School XI with some lighthearted practice. On the follow-ing day there was no denying the obvious relief and lifting of spirits of the Old Boys XI when heavy rain stopped play after tea as they went out against the School's declared total of 119 runs for 5 wickets.

Batting first in their return fixture at Preston Avenue, Hexham prevailed against the School attack, only Slater making any impression, a sufficient length of time to settle for a drawn game. Two more drawn games followed, with R.G.S. and the Headmaster's XI, Jeffcock finding his form with the bat against the latter to score 52 not out. In the absence of Christison the follow-ing week, good all-round performances throughout the XI gave the School a decisive win over Morpeth by 33 runs.

In the game with an Army XI, which was eventually drawn, Hallwood highlighted the afternoon with an innings of 83 before being bowled with both bat and head high in the air. The High School's return fixture proved to be an exciting game. Following an opening innings of 81, it was good to see the School's opening bowler, Jeffcock, among the stumps again—6 for 35—while Dunlevy conceded not a single bye behind the stumps. Albeit, the High School batsmen fought back to win with a boundary off the first ball of the last over. Playing at Preston Avenue mid-week, Jeffcock and Christison shared the Aln-wick wickets between them for only 42 runs, and these were comfortably hit off by Welch and Jeffcock. Unfortunately, however, the season was not to end on such a triumphant note, the final game with South Shields being drawn.

Altogether a season of good cricket, played and enjoyed in the best spirit of the game and, as it should be but so often is not, in the sun. The impend-ing exodus of the majority of the School's senior cricketers has started many wonderings about next year's XI , but with I. R. Christison, A. W. Harper, and the Dean brothers remaining there is good reason to anticipate the School's cricket colours continuing to fly high in the County in 1956.

C.J.K.

CRICKET PERSONALITIES

D. I. Hallwood. Captain. Colours 1953-54-55. This year it was Hallwood's ill-luck to be handicapped by a knee injury which, rendering him in-capable of playing wicket-keeper, spoiled his very real chances of County honours in this capacity. Nevertheless, being the cricket enthusiast and fine all-rounder that he is, he led his team in the field from the unfamiliar position of mid-off—not infrequently and most effectively at very silly mid-off ! —in a masterly and assured fashion. Few indeed were his errors of judgment, and even these were to be excused, or rather approved as they were made in the interests of brighter cricket. A capable leader and popular with his team, he has been a sound Captain of Cricket.

C.J.K. H. D. Jeffcock. Vice-Captain. Colours 1953-54-55. Only occasionally

striking last season's form with the bat, his bowling, as always, has been of the highest quality. Having gained in height and strength he was able to sustain his speed, and our opponents' early batsmen were rarely allowed to ' settle down '. His advice and keenness, both on and off the field, have been greatly appreciated by his captain.

I. R. Christison. Colours 1953-54-55. Once again he has been a star per-former both in his stylishly effective batting and accurate bowling. He has never looked uncomfortable against any bowler and his many innings, a delight to watch, must have been a real inspiration to the School's cricketers in general.

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J. V. Welch. Colours 1953-54-55. Translated this season to an opening batsman, he settled down remarkably well to this unenviable task and produced several very useful innings. His close-in fielding, keen and on occasion spectacular, was a real encouragement to the rest of the team, indeed, some of his catches would have been applauded in the highest cricketing circles.

M. P. Dunlevy. Colours 1953-54-55. Batting No. 6 at his own request for the greater part of the season, he has had his best season for the School. His wicket-keeping maintained a very high standard and his catching on both sides of the wicket was a decisive factor in a number of games.

P. H. Soden. Colours 1954-55. Though bowled very little this season and batted infrequently, he has continued to serve the School well in the field, where his throwing and catching have been as devastating as ever.

D. J. F. Slater. Colours 1955. His sudden development into a first-class left-hand spin bowler was one of the two surprises of the season. He returned some remarkable bowling figures for such slow stuff, and many an oppos-ing batsman returned to the pavilion looking almost relieved to be free of the bewildering enticement of his flighted spinners.

A. W. Harper. Colours 1955. Batting No. 1 for his first season with the Senior XI, he fulfilled his early promise by rarely failing to blunt the opposition's attack—often down to their fourth change. An obvious liking for the swing on the leg-side needs watching !

J. A. Heald. An excellent deep-fielder, he has also bowled well on occasion and developed into a useful batsman.

Fairbairn. Though given few opportunities to show it, he continues a fast-scoring batsman, and his fearless fielding at point was always appreciated by the rest of the team.

J. A. Dean. In doses of two or three overs he proved bad medicine from time to time for the opposition. Perhaps he has tried to be too fast, but assuredly his determination will bring him greater successes another season.

A. Lamb. Surely no School XI has been, or is likely to be, blessed with a more cheerful and efficient scribe than he has been. D.I.H.

Presentation Bat and Pads :—I. R. Christison—for two half-centuries. RESULTS

v. South Shields H.S. .. v. Rutherford G.S. v. Gosforth G.S. v. Dame Allan's v. Hexham G.S. v. Tynemouth H.S. v. Alnwick Duke's School v. Rutherford G.S. v. Royal G.S. 2nd XI . . v. Blyth Grammar School v. Parents v. Old Boys v. Hexham G.S. v. Royal G.S. 2nd XI . . v. Headmaster's XI v. Morpeth G.S. v. Army v. Tynemouth H.S. v. Alnwick Duke's School v. South Shields H.S.

H. Won by 6 wickets. H. Lost by 1 run. H. Won by 97 runs. H. Drawn. A. Won by 65 runs. H. Won by 44 runs. A. Drawn. H. Drawn. H. Won by 8 wickets. A. Lost by 45 runs. H. Won by 8 wickets. (Rain stopped play). H. Drawn. H. Drawn. H. Drawn. A. Won by 33 runs. H. Drawn. H. Lost by 2 wickets. H. Won by 9 wickets. A. Drawn.

PLAYED 19

WON 8

L O S T 3

DRAWN 8

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HOUSE MATCHES

1s t ROUND

FINAL

Monkseaton beat North Shields. Whitley Bay beat Tynemouth.

Monkseaton beat Whitley Bay.

BATTING AVERAGES Highest

Innings. Not Out Score Runs Average I. R. Christison 15 1 78 367 26.2 D. I. Hallwood 15 4 83 248 22.5 A. W. Harper. . 19 3 40 288 18.0 H. D. Jeffcock 18 3 52 n.o. 148 9.8 M. P. Dunlevy 14 1 23 116 8.9 J. V. Welch .. . . 19 2 26 n.o. 138 8.1 J. A. Heald .. 10 2 11 44 5.5 J. A. Dean 8 3 13 27 5.4 P . H . Soden . . . . 12 2 19 53 5.3 G. A. Fairbairn 9 2 14 35 5.0 D. J. F. Slater 9 3 9 25 4.1

BOWLING AVERAGES

D. J. F. Slater J. A. Heald .. I. R. Christison H. D. Jeffcock J. A. Dean J. V. Welch .. P. H. Soden . .

Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Average 67 12 215 31 6.9 20 4 53 7 7.6

146 38 351 45 7.8 151 36 433 44 9.8 60 15 150 15 10.0

7 0 20 1 20.0 7 0 36 0 —

JUNIOR CRICKET

The Junior XI played 14 matches, winning 6, losing 7 and drawing 1. As in previous seasons success has been due in the main to sound bowling and adequate fielding, rather than to batting ability.

Chief credit must be given to Jackson whose bowling was most consistent. During the season he took over 50 wickets including 8 wickets for 9 runs against Gosforth Grammar School and 6 wickets for 14 runs against Ruther-ford Grammar School. Armstrong and Jarvis have given admirable support. The former took 5 wickets for 4 runs against Ascham House and the latter 6 wickets for 12 runs (including the hat-trick) against the Duke's School, Alnwick.

Batting was usually weak and the side lacked reliable run-getters who would stay at the wicket for any appreciable time. There were a few creditable performances. Armstrong's hard hitting 27 runs against Gosforth and his match-saving 19 runs against the Duke's School are worthy of mention. Jarvis batted well against South Shields, Hexham and the Duke's School. Parr and Appleton on several occasions proved useful batsmen.

The lack of batting ability, however, was made up for by keenness in the field inspired by Jackson who was an admirable captain.

Junior Colours were awarded to Armstrong and Jarvis.

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Batting

Innings Not Out Runs Highest Average Appleton . . 10 3 61 20 8.7 Armstrong 13 2 86 27 7.9 Jackson 12 1 67 17 6.0 Parr . . 12 1 59 12 5.3 Jarvis 11 0 51 16 4.7 Lewis 14 2 42 13 3.5

Bowling

Jarvis . . Armstrong Jackson

Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Average 38 13 56 14 4.0 72.5 29 123 29 4.2

123.4 33 218 51 4.3

Results

v. Gosforth G.S. Won. G.G.S. 32 T.S. 52 for 8. v. Rutherford G.S. Won. R.G.S. 28 T.S. 30 for 5. v. Whitley Bay G.S. Lost. W.G.S. 52 T.S. 45. V. Dame Allan's Lost. D.A. 52 T.S. 48. V. Blyth G.S. Lost. B.G.S. 58 T.S. 22. V. Ascham House. Won. A.H. 32 T.S. 72. V. Duke's School. Won. D.S. 47 T.S. 54 for 9. V. S. Shields H.S. Won. S.S. 38 T.S. 54 for 8. V. Blyth G.S.. Lost. B.G.S. 67 T.S. 52. V. Hexham G.S. Draw. H.G.S. 83 for 8 ; T.S. 66 for 5. V. Morpeth G.S. Lost. M.G.S. 42 for 5 ; T.S. 41. V. Ascham House. Lost. A.H. 5 8 ; T.S. 56. V. Duke's School. Won. D.S. 56 T.S. 67. V. S. Shields H.S. Lost. S.S. 41 for 5 ; T.S. 38.

SCHOOL OFFICERS

Head Boy : A. Lamb.

Prefects : A. Lamb, J. V. Welch, M. P. Dunlevy, D. I. Hallwood, H. D. JefFcock, P. H. Soden, J. A. Dean, D. E. W. Laidler, J. B. Oliver, I. R. Christison.

House Captains : Monkseaton — Tynemouth — North Shields — Whitley Bay —

D. I. Hallwood. J. V. Welch. M. P. Dunlevy. A. Lamb.

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AUTUMN TERM

SCHOOL NEWS

In place of the usual Entertainment at the end of term we had a Service of Nine Lessons and Carols. This had to be held on the last morning before Breaking Up owing to the failure of the electricity supply on the previous day.

The following were appointed School Prefects this term : W. R. Gair, D. R. Barkwill, J. C. Sheales, C. J. C. Yates, H. E. Evans, J. A. Heald, G. A. Fairbairn, A. W. Harper, D. J. Williams.

Avete IV. B. McK. Noble.

III . P. W. Fairless, M. I. Haddow, T. Matthews, I. F. Smith, B. R. T . Ord.

IIA. A. White.

IIB. M. W. Gilbert, C. McN. Stone, I. M. Page, M. G. Holloway.

I. J. S. H. Alcock, P. W. Arnold, C. D. H. Arnott, P. A. Barker, D. V. Marshall, I. D. Purdy, J. R. Smith, G. S. Thompson, P. Hetherington, C. E. Imison, J. D. Thomson.

Junior. P. T. Anderson, D. Christie, A. T. Dickson, P. W. Doak, W. N-Dodds, P. Hodson, P. A. Martin, J. T. Parker, J. Patterson, D. R. Riley, R. C. Stone, S. L. Sturgis, P. G. Waugh.

T.P.S. P. R. Allen, H. P. Burke, B. J. Dalrymple, J. L. Frenz, K. M. A. Harris, P. J. Heale, D. P. James, R. B. Kirby, J. A. Kitchell, P. D. Page, G. S. Pugh, P. S. Smith, D. Swinden, D. J. Turnbull, G. L. Watson, M. D. Williams.

Valete

VIA. J. A. Heald. Prefect 1955. XV. 1955. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (6). G. A. Fairbairn, Prefect 1955. G.C.E. 1955 (7).

VIB. G. Archer. G.C.E. 1955 (2). C. P. Armatage. G.C.E. 1955 (4). G. B. Parker. XV. 1955. G.C.E. 1955 (5). D. J. Williams. Prefect 1955. G.C.E. 1955 (2).

I I I . K. T. Heald.

Junior. M. P. J. Carruthers. T.P.S. D. H. Brown, J. A. Capon.

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HOUSE NOTES

Tynemouth House

House Master : Mr. G. A. WASTLE. House Captain : J. A. DEAN.

We regret the departure of J. V. Welch, last year's House Captain and welcome his successor, J. A. Dean, the Head Boy.

We congratulate both Welch and Hilton on their success in the Advanced Level, the latter being on the Reserve List of State Scholarships. Fairbairn, Slater, Harper A., Childs and Sutton R. are to be congratulated on their success at Ordinary Level. High form positions were attained by Gray, Purdue A., Dean R., Merrick, Rang, J., Purdue H., Hay and Hobson.

We have been represented on the XV by Dean J., Jarvis, Dean R., Fair-bairn and Harper A., and on the Junior XV by Sutton R., Jameson, Watson G., Crawshaw, Money and Merrick. Jarvis was chosen to play in all the County ' Under 15 ' matches and in the North of England Trial. D. R. Bark-will, G. A. Fairbairn and A. W. Harper were appointed School Prefects this term.

North Shields House

House Master : Mr. R. FULLARTON. House Captain : J. B. OLIVER.

The House has lost the services of M. P. Dunlevy who has represented the House so well in all fields of sport, an accomplishment complemented by a high standard of work. We wish him success in his future career. We con-gratulate Dunlevy on his success at the Advanced Level and Archer, Williams and Pope on theirs at Ordinary Level.

Brown G., Watson I., Harrison G., Lindsay, Miller, Cockburn and Gregory all attained high positions in their forms.

We were represented on the XV by Oliver, Williams D., Archer, Rowell and Henderson J., and on the Junior XV by Armstrong R., Fletcher, Wardale, Shepherd, Henderson A., and Robinson.

Yates and Williams D. were appointed School Prefects this term.

Monkseaton House

House Master : Mr. D. S. UNSWORTH. House Captain : D. E. W. LAIDLER.

Last term we said goodbye to D. I. Hallwood who had been House Captain for 2 years, and we thank him for the way in which he upheld the School and the House both on the games' field and in the classroom. His place as House Captain has been taken by D. E. W. Laidler and W. R. Gair was appointed a School Prefect at the beginning of the term.

We congratulate Hallwood and Laidler on their success at the Advanced Level and Christison, Armatage, Soulsby, MacPherson, Parker and Soden on

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their success at the Ordinary Level. Faddy, Hulme, Campbell, Balmforth, Robertson, Bridges, Boyd, Lambert R., Lyall H., and Gregory all gained high form positions.

We have been represented on the XV by I. R. Christison, G. B. Parker, G. N. Harper, Harris, Harrison J. S., and Laidler and on the Junior XV by Balmforth, Whiteley, Bridges, Robertson and Harvey J.

Whitley Bay House

House Master : Mr. J. M. MILLER. House Captain : J. A. HEALD.

We regret the departure of A. Lamb, our former House Captain and the Head Boy. In his place we welcome J. A. Heald.

This term we were represented on the XV by Sheales J. C., G. V. Gibbin, J. A. Heald, and C. K. Williams. Mason played until he broke his ankle early in the term. Williams and Gibbin were awarded their Colours. On the Junior team we had Jackson A., Haddow, Hodson and Heald K.

We congratulate Lamb and Jeffcock on their success at the Advanced Level and Evans, Gordon, Hcald, Nicol, and Mason at the Ordinary Level. High form positions were reached by Williams C., McWhirter, Duncan, Fanshawe, Jackson A., Hetherington A., Riley, Pugh, Shaw and Anderson.

J. A. Heald, J. C. Sheales and H. E. Evans have been appointed School Prefects.

O L D B O Y S ' N E W S

CAMBRIDGE. D. N. Watt (1943-50). Law Tripos, Part 2, Class 2.

DURHAM. D . L . P e a r s o n ( 1936-46 ) . M . B . , B . S .

D. J. Harrison (1943-48). B.D.S. J. N. Proctor (1941-51). L.D.S. M. H. Say (1945-49). B.Sc. Agricul ture. D. A. Lambert (1943-50). B.Sc. Agriculture. M. A. McGilvray (1941-48). Honours in Law Society Final. G. B. Scarth (1943-50). Honours in Law Society Final. D. Taylor (1944-49). B.Sc. in Pure Science. P. D. Partridge (1946-49). B. Comm. Final, Chartered

Accountant. D. R. Lunn (1938-48) was ordained in Newcastle Cathedral. G. A. Elcoat (1931-37) is Vicar of Spittal, Berwick-on-Tweed. J. A. Urwin (1945-49) was appointed to the Department of Agriculture, Kenya. G. S. S. Spence (1950-54) passed into Sandhurst. A. H. Stonehouse (1943-46) has been playing Rugger for the County. J. K. Tate (1937-49) has been playing Golf for England and the County and

did remarkably well in the Open and Amateur Championships.

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TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL WAR MEMORIAL

The new Memorial Building was opened and dedicated on Saturday, June 25th. The Memorial consists of a Chemistry Laboratory on the top floor and underneath this a Library and a Changing Room. The Laboratory is fitted up to enable 24 boys to work there. The Library, with the usual fittings, can be used for Advanced work. The Changing Room is fitted with hot and cold showers and will accommodate a football team in comfort.

The ceremony began with a short Service. The Building was then declared open by Mr. L. Pearson, the Chairman of the Governors and himself an Old Boy of the School. Another Old Boy, Mr. A. E. Shearer, Secretary of the Old Boys' Association, unveiled the tablet let into the wall and bearing the inscription " In memory of the Old Boys of Tynemouth School who fell in the World Wars, 1914-1919 and 1939-1945 ". Finally the Memorial was dedicated by Rev. L. B. Tirrell, Canon of Southwark Cathedral and formerly Vicar of Holy Saviour, Tynemouth. After the ceremony those present were able to look over the School before having tea as the guests of the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION

Whilst the activities of the Old Boys' Association during 1955 have been very similar to previous years, the attendances at the various functions have improved, and I am pleased to say that the number of younger members sup-porting them has also increased.

The Annual Dance, which is held on the last Friday in January, was held at the Rex Hotel, Whitley Bay, and no fewer than 187 members and friends enjoyed what was unanimously called " an exceptionally delightful evening ". It is sincerely hoped that when those of you now at school, learn something of the Terpsichorean Art, you will come along and " trip the light fantastic " at our Dance.

On the first Wednesday in June—another permanent date in our calendar of events—the Golf Outing was held at the Whitley Bay Golf Course. We were very pleased to welcome four of the boys at the School to this Outing, and if there are any more who play Golf, I am sure that they will enjoy partici-pating on future occasions. The Crofton Trophy, for which members compete, is a beautiful silver cup, presented by an Old Boy, and in 1955 it was won by Mr. David Beardall, the youngest Old Boy taking part.

An event of outstanding importance in the history of the Association took place on Saturday, 25th June. An account of the opening of the War Memorial appears elsewhere in this School Magazine, and it only remains for me to say that many of the Old Boys present on that day, wished that they were young enough to take advantage of the improved facilities which the Memorial build-ing now provides.

In accordance with our now well-established custom, the Annual Dinner was held on the last Friday in October. Mr. W. R. Dean, the father of the head boy, very kindly joined us and in a witty chat proposed the toast of the Association, to which Mr. J. J. Neesham replied in a very appropriate manner.

In spite of several difficulties the Cricket Club continued to function throughout the season, and in addition to playing many matches in Newcastle and district, they visited Belford, Corbridge and Allendale. I am sorry to say

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that the number of boys joining the Club on leaving school is not sufficient to maintain its playing strength, and I do appeal to all the boys now in the fifth and sixth forms to continue their cricketing careers with the Old Boys. It will be appreciated that without a steady flow of new members, the Club cannot continue to operate. There is no entrance fee, and the annual subscription is one of the smallest of any Club on Tyneside.

At the end of 1955 the membership of the Association was 462, and I again express the wish that all boys who will be leaving school in the next twelve months or so, will join us and maintain not only the traditions of the School and the Association, but also those friendships which have been made at the School.

A. E. SHEARER, Honorary Secretary.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' CRICKET CLUB

Again it is my pleasure and duty to present the Annual Report of the Tynemouth School Old Boys' Cricket Club for 1955.

One of the outstanding performances of the season was a double win over King's College—an achievement not previously accomplished. A very success-ful tour at Whitsuntide saw us at Belford and Corbridge, with the Sunday evening spent at the White Swan Hotel at Alnwick.

The outstanding batting performance came this year from H. Craney, and I would like to record the Club's congratulations to Craney on his very success-ful season, and to express the hope that he will go from strength to strength. Bowling was ably shared by many players, with no special bouquets to any one in particular, but a full appreciation of the effort to all.

The season was not without its difficulties. We were without the valuable services of Messrs. G. Shaw, G. Hardy, A. E. Shearer, G. B. Turnbull, G. Scarth and A. J. Humble for most of the season. We hope, however, that most of the above will be available for 1956.

During the season, the Committee of the Cricket Club formulated some ideas on the acquisition of a sports ground in the name of Tynemouth School. Many of us have felt for a very long time that the absence of a suitable playing field has prejudiced the School and it was our intention to endeavour to rectify this by acquiring a playing field of our own. With this end in view, the matter was brought before the Committee of the Old Boys' Association by the Cricket Club Secretary and Mr. Dye. This Committee in turn referred the matter to the School Governors through Mr. Elliott, and the Board of Governors are pursuing this subject. I can only express the hope that success will attend their efforts, and that we shall soon be able to play cricket and rugby in our own playing fields.

During the season, the Committee of the Cricket Club extended to Mr. H. Stoddart full membership status, and we look forward to welcoming him in this capacity in 1956.

All Old Boys are again reminded of our Club and we extend to them a very warm welcome.

Fixtures for 1956 are well in hand and we look forward eagerly to mid April for the commencement of another season.

R. L. E L L I O T T , Honorary Secretary.

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TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL

This year has followed the usual pattern with a satisfying sameness. During the Spring Term the main theme for Form II I girls was examination preparation. The results were very satisfactory, and eight gained places in the Newcastle Girls' Schools.

Open Day, held during the last week of the Summer Term was an out-standing success, helped not a litde by perfect weather. Demonstrations of Physical Education were given by Forms I & II , whilst Form II I gave a display of Folk Dancing. Verse Speaking by Forms II & I I I followed and the younger children entertained with Singing Games. Two plays, "The Sleeping Beauty" and " Who Stole the Tarts ? " were acted with great enthusiasm, the children thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to dress up in their colourful costumes. The parents expressed their keen appreciation of the afternoon's entertainment, at which the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison were welcome visitors.

Form III Outing was to Corstopitum and Chesters. Unfortunately rain began to fall at the end of the picnic lunch, eaten in the Baths at Chesters, and the walk to the Roman Bridge was made in a downpour. We were grateful to the Headmaster who had driven through with Mrs. Ellison to talk to the children about this interesting site. After tea in Hexham the rain cleared and a conducted visit was made to the Abbey, where the unique Saxon Crypt and even earlier relics were of great interest.

The School Harvest Festival was conducted by the Rev. Aidan Wilson, Vicar of St. Mary's, Monkseaton. As usual the fruit was sent to the Children's Sanatorium at Stannington.

The annual Christmas collection of toys for Dr. Barnardo's Homes was made, and over £24 from the Box Opening was given to their representative when she gave a film show depicting life in the Homes.

The Christmas Party, held in the Royal Hotel and attended by the Head-master and Mrs. Ellison, had to be postponed because of the electric power failure and for that reason we were unable to have the usual conjuring show. We were very grateful to Mr. Hesselberth for giving us a delightful film show, the highlight of which was the colour film he had made of the School in Action on the Open Day in July.

Prizewinners 1955

Form III A. D. Swan. B. C. Myers.

Progress—P. Gregory.

Form II.

Form I.

H. MacCarthy.

G. Williams.

Progress—R. Robinson.

Progress—A. Shaw.

H.G.G.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL

AUTUMN TERM, 1 9 5 5

As there were only three of last year's fine XV left, it looked as though the 1st XV was in for a lean season, but this proved to be very far from the case.

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Of the eleven matches played, five were won, two drawn and four lost, and had not a series of injuries made the playing of reserves necessary in almost every match, certainly two or three more wins would have been recorded. The highlight of the term was the defeat of Hexham for the first time for many years, while the games against South Shields and Gosforth were thrilling, with good Rugby being played by both sides. Much of the credit for the team's rising above expectations is due to Dean who has set an inspiring example by his own determination and enterprise in attack and his hard tackling, while he has brought on the less able and experienced members of the XV. Heald, whether at full-back or fly-half has always played excellently, and Christison, in whatever position he has been playing, has almost invariably been the out-standing man on the field with his almost uncanny sense of position and quickness of reaction. Under Oliver the forwards have developed into a well-knit pack, and have been at their best when most hard-pressed, though their heeling from the loose has remained slow and they have often missed the chance of opening up the game to the three-quarters. Finally we congratulate Jarvis who has been one of the best of the County ' Under 15 ' forwards against Cleveland, Cumberland and Durham.

D .S.U.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. TYNEMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL 1st XV

(Played at the High School on Saturday, September 24th)

The School settled down quickly in this their first match and were soon on the attack, but unable to score as the heeling was slow and many passes were inaccurate or dropped. School opened the scoring with a penalty goal by Christison. Shortly afterwards the School had their first quick heel from a set scrum and Parker cut through and made about 20 yards before passing to Dean who scored between the posts. Christison converted. Almost immed-iately afterwards Parker again cut through, but was brought down just short of the line. High School then by kick-and-rush brought play close to the School line, and from a line-out a forward forced his way over. After half-time High School showed more life and combination, and for five minutes kept play near the School line, but in spite of a series of line-outs were unable to score, and eventually Christison cleared with a beautiful kick to the half-way line. After weathering this crisis School went over to the attack, and for the rest of the game were seldom out of the High School's half.

From a scrum near the line Williams, C. K. was too quick for their scrum-half and scored. Before long Dean following up a long penalty kick at goal which went wide, rushed the defenders and scored. Christison converted. Just before no-side Mason made thirty yards, and from his pass Williams, D. J. was nearly over.

This was a most creditable start for a side with only three of last year's team left : Christison was outstanding ; Dean was always dangerous, and Heald brought off two exceptionally fine tackles.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—2 goals, 1 penalty goal, 1 try. 16 points. Tynemouth High School—1 try. 3 points.

Team : J. A. Heald ; Williams, D. J. ; Fairbairn ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; Parker ; I. R. Christison ; Oliver; Gibbin ; Harris ; Archer ; Rowell ; Williams, C. K. ; Jarvis ; Mason.

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SCHOOL 1st XV v. WHITLEY BAY GRAMMAR SCHOOL 1st XV

(Played at Whidey Bay on Thursday, September 29th)

An iron hard ground and a high wind made conditions far from ideal, and both sides had the greatest difficulty in handling and controlling the ball in dribbling. School played down the slope in the first half, and after 15 minutes Christison had the ball out to Sheales, who ran 25 yards to score between the posts. Christison converted. School continued to do most of the attacking, but too many passes were dropped. Before half-time Whitley Bay scored from a scrum near the School line. In the second half the greater weight of the Whitley Bay forwards began to have telling effect, and the School were on the defensive most of the time. Nevertheless the next try by Whitley Bay should have been prevented, for the scorer brushed past five or six half-hearted tackles. School pack did well to clear away from a series of scrums and line-outs near their line, and one rush almost resulted in a score. Whidey Bay scored again just before no-side. The School forwards, though ragged in their play, showed admirable spirit, and did well to hold out as long as they did against heavier opponents.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goal. 5 points. Whitley Bay G.S.—1 goal, 2 tries. 11 points.

Team : J. A. Heald ; Williams, D. J. ; Fairbairn ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; Parker ; I. R. Christison ; Oliver ; Laidler ; Harris ; Archer ; Gibbin ; Mason ; Jarvis ; Henderson, J.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. D A M E ALLAN'S 2nd XV

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 1st)

Again the ground was too hard and the wind too strong for good Rugby. As both Heald and Parker were injured the Back division had had to be re-organised. School had most of the play throughout, and only once or twice did Dame Allan's look dangerous. After ten minutes the ball went out to Sheales who ran from the ' 25 ' to score far out. Before long Gair ran in on the right for another try. School were heeling regularly, especially in the loose, but the ball seldom reached the wings. Before half-time Dean ran hard for twenty yards to score. Christison converted. School threw away two or three other potential tries by stupid infringements of the laws near Dame Allan's line. Soon after half-time Henderson from a loose maul dived over for a good try. School pressed again, and Dean gathered a cross-kick by Christison to score wide out. Christison's conversion of this and the preceding try were beautifully judged kicks against a difficult wind.

Dame Allan's took play to near the School line but were driven back and Dean scored again following a good run. Christison again converted. Too many passes went astray or were given when the player was not at full speed, but as a whole the School played well. Christison was outstanding.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—4 goals, 2 tries. 26 points. Dame Allan's School Nil.

Team : Williams, D. J. ; Gair ; Fairbairn ; Harper, A. ; Sheales, J. ; J. A. Dean ; I. R. Christison ; Oliver ; Gibbin ; Harris ; Archer ; Mason ; Williams, C. K. ; Jarvis ; Henderson, J.

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SCHOOL 1st XV v. SOUTH SHIELDS HIGH SCHOOL 1st XV

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 8th)

Though at no time did the play reach the high standard of the corres-ponding match last year, play was fast and open with the issue in doubt until the final whistle. School kept South Shields in their half for the first ten minutes and Christison had a chance for a penalty from wide out, but his kick fell short. School's heeling was slow from set and loose scrums so that Parker had no chance to set his line moving. After twenty minutes South Shields scored from a good three-quarter movement. School came back to the attack and were nearly over. In the second half South Shields secured the ball in most line-outs, but the School's tackling and covering was good and their three-quarters seldom looked really dangerous. School's heeling was still too slow and too little opportunity was taken of opening out the game. Twice forward rushes all but ended in a try, and on each occasion the quick heel as soon as they were checked would have had the desired result. In spite of continual thrust and counter-thrust, neither side was able to score. Christison was outstanding as tactician and for his positional play ; Dean was always dangerous, and Heald played an excellent game at full-back, while all the forwards showed fire and determination.

Final Score : Tynemouth School— Nil. South Shields High School—1 goal. 5 points.

Team : J. A. Heald ; Williams, D. J. ; Fairbairn ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; Parker ; I. R. Christison ; Oliver ; Laidler ; Harris ; Gibbin ; Archer ; Williams, C. K. ; Jarvis ; Henderson, J.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. R.G.S. 2nd XV

(Played at the R.G.S. on Wednesday, October 12th)

R.G.S. were a much heavier, stronger and faster side, but the School had the better of the first ten minutes and were the first to score when Christison kicked a penalty goal from wide out. R.G.S. attacked, and their right wing scored a good try. R.G.S. again attacked and scored from a penalty in front of the posts. Soon after half-time Dean, who had been playing a real Captain's game both in attack and, more often, in defence, was injured, and though he remained on the field for a time he was unable to run, and had to go off a quarter of an hour before the end.

R.G.S.' greater speed and strength now began to have effect and they scored a further six tries. Nevertheless the game was still by no means one-sided and School put in a number of attacks, but lacked the penetrative power and speed to score. The forwards at no time flagged in their covering although desperately tired : they were, however, too slow in their heeling from the loose, and too slow to seize on a chance of throwing out the ball to the three-quarters. Christison played an outstanding game from start to finish.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 penalty goal. 5 points. R.G.S.—3 goals, 2 penalty goals, 4 tries. 33 points.

Team : J. A. Heald ; Williams, D. J. ; Fairbairn ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; Parker ; I. R. Christison ; Oliver ; Gibbin ; Harper, G. ; Archer ; Rowell; Williams, C. K. ; Jarvis ; Henderson, J.

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SCHOOL 1st XV v. MORPETH GRAMMAR SCHOOL 2nd XV

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 15th)

Within two minutes of the start Tynemouth scored when Dean from outside their ' 25 ' cut through to score himself, brushing aside several half-hearted tackles. Morpeth's pack was excellent in the set scrums and almost always secured the ball by their concerted shove, but Williams and Henderson were very quick onto their scrum-half, and their centres, when they received the ball, were ineffective. Before long the ball went along the line to Williams, D. J., who scored wide out. Morpeth then pressed, and from a scrum had a good push-over try. Before half-time Sheales eluded two or three would-be tacklers to score. Play continued fast and open with Morpeth much superior in the set scrums, but otherwise ineffective. School worked play to near the Morpeth line with a series of foot-rushes, and from a line-out Gibbin forced his way over. School continued to press, and from a loose maul Christison received the ball and dropped a goal. The forwards in this game were much better together in their dribbling, jumping better in the line-out and quicker to open up the game. Dean played a sterling game and was constantly danger-ous. Heald, moved up to fly-half, proved an excellent link, and as usual Christison was always in the right place and throwing out beautiful passes.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 dropped goal, 4 tries. 15 points. Morpeth Grammar School—1 try. 3 points.

Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Williams, D. J. ; Fairbairn ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; J. A. Heald ; I. R. Christison ; Oliver ; Gibbin ; Harper, G. ; Archer ; Rowell; Williams, C. K. ; Jarvis ; Henderson, J.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. WHITLEY BAY GRAMMAR SCHOOL 1st XV

(Played at Whitley Bay on Thursday, October 27th)

The match opened in a heavy rain-storm, making the ball difficult to handle, so that there were few good passing movements. School, playing with the wind and slope, pressed from the start, and Dean, J. A. was almost over in the first few minutes. A Whitley Bay forward was off-side on their ' 25 and Christison kicked a good goal. School continued to press, but being out-weighted forward seldom had a quick heel. Whitley Bay made ground by their usual kick-and-rush methods, but were driven back, and before long Christison, receiving the ball from a forward in some loose play, dropped a goal.

Helped by the slope in the second half Whitley Bay did more pressing, but the School were the first to be dangerous, and twice, following forward rushes, Whitley Bay had to touch down. Whitley Bay brought play close to the School line, but failed to make use of their weight to get a push-over try, while they also missed three fairly easy penalties. Their left wing then ran well to score far out. School again attacked and from a kick ahead, misjudged by their full-back, two School forwards, following up fast, tapped the ball clear for Parker to pick up and score. Whitley Bay attacked again, but the School forwards were quick and aggressive in defence, and there was no more score. This was a good performance, even though much of the play was inevitably ragged.

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1st XV Colours were awarded to J. B. Oliver after the match.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 dropped goal, 1 penalty goal, 1 try. 9 points.

Whidey Bay Grammar School—1 try. 3 points.

Team : J. A. Heald ; Williams, D. J. ; Parker ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; I. R. Christison ; Dean, R. ; Oliver ; Gibbin ; Harris ; Harper, G. ; Archer ; Williams, C. K. ; Jarvis ; Henderson, J.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. HEXHAM GRAMMAR S C H O O L 1st XV

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, November 12th)

Hexham pressed for the first ten minutes but their attacks lacked cohesion, whereas the School forwards were admirably together and covering well. Presently School three-quarters were away, but Parker lost control of the ball when a pass to the wing must have resulted in a try. School forwards took the ball up to the Hexham line, and Henderson went over, but there had been an infringement. School continued to press, and then Hexham seized on a loose pass and were through, but the final pass was muffed. Soon after the resumption of play the Hexham full-back had to leave the field as the result of a severe collision with one of his own men. School pressed hard and Christison, after a clever dribble threw the ball out to Heald who dropped an excellent goal. Hexham then pressed, but were soon driven back and from a scrum near the touch-line on their ' 25 ' the ball came out cleanly and along the line to Parker, who cut through to score between the posts. Christison converted. Soon after, J. A. Dean kicked ahead past the Hexham full-back, but with the line at his mercy appeared to knock on, and there was no more scoring. At full-back Harrison's fielding and kicking were excellent, and he tackled well : as usual J. A. Dean was always thrustful, while Heald set his line going smoothly. Christison, in the pack for this match, was always in the right place, and always seemed to be thinking and reacting more quickly than anyone else. Under Oliver the forwards showed fire and skill : Harper, G., Williams, C. K., and Gibbin all played exceptionally well, while Dean, R., though often harassed, threw out some very good passes and covered well.

1st XV Colours were awarded to G. B. Parker ; C. K. Williams ; G. N. Harper ; and G. V. Gibbin after the match.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goal, 1 dropped goal. 8 points. Hexham Grammar School— Nil.

Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Williams, D. J. ; Parker ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; J. A. Heald ; Dean, R. ; J. B. Oliver ; Gibbin ; Harris ; Harper, G. N. ; Archer ; Williams, C. K. ; I. R. Christison ; Henderson, J.

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SCHOOL 1st XV v. MORPETH GRAMMAR SCHOOL 2nd XV

(Played at Morpeth on Saturday, November 19th)

This was a most disappointing game compared with the excellent display of the previous week. J. A. Dean was unable to play, and without his determined running the whole three-quarter line seemed slow and ineffective. The basis of the trouble, however, lay with the forwards, who were listless from start to finish, and when in an attacking position appeared to be incapable of heeling. School played against the slope in the first half, and Morpeth did most of the pressing. After 15 minutes Morpeth scored from a penalty wide out. School attacked, but the forwards failed to heel from a series of loose scrums near the Morpeth line, and the chance of scoring was lost. School pack was better in the second half with the aid of the slope, and pressed almost continuously. A blunder by Morpeth put the ball into Archer's hands for him to walk over and score. Then an attempted drop-kick at goal by Christison was charged down, rebounded luckily for Morpeth and a fast three-quarter seized the ball and was through with no one able to catch him. School pressed again and Jarvis scored from a line-out close to the Morpeth line.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goal, 1 try. 8 points. Morpeth Grammar School—1 penalty goal, 1 try. 8 points.

Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Harper, A. ; I. R. Christison ; G. B. Parker ; Williams, D. J. ; J. A. Heald ; Dean, R. ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Harris ; G. N. Harper ; Archer ; C. K. Williams ; Jarvis ; Henderson, J.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. GOSFORTH GRAMMAR SCHOOL 1st XV

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, November 26th)

This match was played in excellent conditions, and with both sides keep-ing the game open, play was fast and exciting. Gosforth had the better of the opening exchanges, but much of their passing was careless and their three-quarters did not look really dangerous. Tynemouth scored first when J. A. Dean picked up a pass dropped by an opponent, broke through and timed his pass perfectly for Williams, D. J. to score. Gosforth returned to the attack, and one of their centres beat his man and was over for a try. Then the School attacked, and, after Dean and Parker had made the man over, Sheales ran well for another try. Both sides continued to move the ball about quickly and Gosforth scored again.

Playing with the wind in the second half the School pressed constantly, but twice when J. A. Dean was clear the Gosforth full-back brought him down with fine tackles, while another chance of a try was missed when a pass to the wing was dropped. Gosforth took play to near the School line, and from a set scrum their scrum-half slipped over. School attacked again and Christison kicked a penalty goal. The team played much better than in the preceding

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match, but missed Heald at fly-half, for Christison, though frequently making the half-break and gaining valuable ground, was inclined to delay his passes till too late.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 penalty goal, 2 tries. 9 points. Gosforth Grammar School—2 goals, 1 try. 13 points.

Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Williams, D. J. ; G. B. Parker ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; I. R. Christison ; Dean, R. ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V-Gibbin ; Harris ; G. N. Harper ; Archer ; C. K. Williams ; Rowell ; Henderson, J.

SCHOOL 1st XV v. DAME ALLAN'S 2nd XV

(Played at Dame Allan's on Saturday, December 3rd)

A high wind made good Rugby well-nigh impossible for this match. Passing was so difficult that the ball seldom reached the wings. Tynemouth were rarely out of the Dame Allan's half of the ground in the first half, but apart from an excellently judged penalty goal by Christison, were unable to press home their territorial advantage. Up till half-time Dame Allan's at no time looked like scoring. In the second half School continued to press, and once J. A. Dean broke through and would have scored had he not turned inwards. Shortly afterwards he again made an opening, but the wing failed to take his pass. Dame Allan's, with the heavier forwards, began to hold the ball in the tight, and two or three times by this means caught the School wing-forwards off-side : from one of these penalty kicks Dame Allan's scored.

Dean, R. played an excellent game throughout, and Heald's handling and kicking were very good, while J. A. Dean was always dangerous though not so effective as usual. The forwards played well together, and Christison was the outstanding player on the field. He was constantly making ground by beauti-fully controlled dribbles, and by suddenly picking up in the loose and either going through himself or throwing out a long pass.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 penalty goal. 3 points. Dame Allan's School—1 penalty goal. 3 points

Team : Harper, A. ; Williams, D. J. ; G. B. Parker ; J. A. Dean ; Sheales, J. ; J. A. Heald ; Dean, R. ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Pope, G. ; Archer ; Rowell ; C. K. Williams ; I. R. Christison ; Henderson, J.

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JUNIOR RUGBY

Although a Junior XV which includes seven or eight members of 11 and 12 years of age promises well for the future, this low average age, with its attendant lack of stature and experience, has been the root cause of their many failures this term.

No reflection is cast upon the real ability of these youngsters—indeed they have given some spirited and aggressive displays—but the experience, and the greater height and weight, especially the latter, of the bigger schools has told against them. Even so, there is no avoiding the lesson that the biggest of them are brought down with hard and low tackling.

Only in the Bantams games—within the very fair height and weight limita-tions of these fixtures—and against Ascham House, have we seen the XV's true form and enjoyed some attractive rugger.

This season's Junior Captain, R. Armstrong, has been an inspiration to his side in his own thoughtful, hard-tackling play, whether in his proper position of wing-forward, at fly-half or in the three-quarters. If anything, his advice to his young team errs on the side of incisive criticism rather than positive encouragement. Not to single out personalities mid-way through the season, it must be remarked, nevertheless, that the most improved junior rugger player—perhaps even in the whole School—is Fletcher, a recent convert from the ' round ball game ', who, in the absence of Whiteley, has given some very fine service to the XV in the scrum as ' lock '.

RESULTS y. Gosforth G.S. A. Lost 14—33 v. Whitley Bay G.S. A. Lost 0—29 v. Royal Grammar School A. Lost 0—48 v. South Shields H.S. .. A. Lost 6—26 v. Ascham House A. Won 17— 3 V. Dame Allan's (Ban.) .. A. Won 16— 3 v. Ascham House H. Won 18— 8 v. Whitley Bay G.S. A. Lost 6— 9 V. Morpeth G.S. Lost 10—54

DANCE H A L L . . .

Airless heat : smell of powder, perfume and perspiration : Through a thick haze of cigarettes there are heads All talking, listening, Yet saying, hearing nothing. Now the drummer hits a rhythm like a heavy throbbing engine ; Saxaphones and trumpets follow, all in one relentless rhythm.

A mass of heads hesitates, Then the components swing into motion And now like cogs in one great engine All revolve to a restless rhythm. Which dominates their being.

Here is no escape from factory and workshop, But only reality made more real, For they are owned by machines Whose pulse beats in their living souls Till they themselves become machines That live no longer.

D.E.W.L.

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THREE WEEKS IN GERMANY

Shortly before the end of the summer term four boys from our School, with sixteen others, set off on an unforgetable holiday in Germany, It lasted three wonderful weeks with literally never a dull moment.

Our holiday really began on Newcastle Central Station when we four were introduced to our fellow companions. The ice was broken in no time and when we reached Darlington we were all firm friends.

The journey up to London was uneventful. I must mention the serene sense of comfort we enjoyed when we pictured the remainder of the School working hard at their lessons.

We arrived at the capital at approximately 4 o'clock. We went by " tube " to Liverpool Street to await the arrival of the next train. The only thrill I sensed in London was when, walking down a street, I suddenly discovered it was Threadneedle Street. Unfortunately I didn't see the famous " Old Lady ".

We all reached the station in time to catch the boat train. By this time we were all growing rather tired of travelling and so it was with great excite-ment that we saw the lights of Harwich twinkling in the darkness for it was now late.

The following hour was a new a-id hectic one for us all but it soon passed and, when the Customs Officials had seen all they wanted to, we set off, with our chalk-besmirched cases, in an official 'bus to the ship, S.S. Arnhem. There was a heavy swell running so I didn't sleep a wink.

The next morning we reached the Hook of Holland. After another hectic hour we boarded our train and were off to South Germany and the mountainous Austrian Tyrol.

It was a long trip of which, however, we never grew bored. The scenery was all so new, and the stations at which we stopped were so clean that there wasn't a match-stick to be seen. It was an amusing experience on the journey to try to buy coffee or pay one's bill when the waiter only spoke German.

On we raced down the indescribably beautiful Rhine valley. Looking out on one side we saw the wide muddy Rhine, which was in flood, bearing on its turbulent bosom the long, stately, gaily painted Rhine freighters, while on the other side we beheld the steep hillsides, every inch of which was covered with young green vines stretching in rows towards the top of the hill, to be worthily crowned by a fairy-like schloss bristling with turrets.

So it went on in an ever changing landscape as we followed the mighty river. All too soon it was dark and, after changing trains twice, our journey terminated, when, after a long and jolly 'bus rids, we reached our holiday home.

We were heartily greeted in the porch by the German lads in their night-gowns. We eventually unpacked and, after a hurried supper of " spotted meat " as it was affectionately named by us, we settled gratefully into bed and slept soundly until we were wakened the next morning.

The sun was blazing in a pure azure sky when we all stepped outside after breakfast. We really wondered if our eyes were playing tricks. We could now see our beautiful surroundings. Our home was a large wooden chalet with gaily decorated outside shutters. It nestled in a valley at the foot of a large hill thickly covered with pines. A few yards away ran a fast-flowing stream. Later we were to experience the indescribable pleasure and comfort of putting our hot aching feet into the cool refreshing water after a long walk.

We were staying about half a mile away from a quaint little village called Friesenhofen. We became very attached to the village and its little inn called Das Croitz (the Cross). The name of this inn, the crucifix in the low oak-

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beamed sitting-room, the lovely vine entangled wayside calvary with a devout peasant kneeling in front and the very ornate baroque village church all mani-fested the spirit one could feel in all the villages of this paradise—the Tyrol. Surely it must be one of those rare places on earth where the hand of man has added to and not marred the beauty of nature.

While we were at the chalet we went on four wonderful trips into the Tyrol and into Switzerland, to Lake Constance and further. The latter journeys were by far the most awe-inspiring. They were excellently planned in that we visited a schloss, a baroque church and three times rode in a chair-lift or funicular railway.

The schloss was of great beauty, built by the mad king Ludwig II. He personally supervised the magnificent art and skill put into the stately edifice by the armies of builders, carpenters, sculptors, sewing women and furnishers. It was never finished as King Ludwig suddenly and mysteriously died.

All the ornate decorations we had seen culminated in those of the baroque church of Wies. The paintings on the ceiling and walls, the gilt statues and the carving all express the work of deeply inspired men.

The largest chair-lift in which we rode carried about thirty people to the top of a mountain over seven thousand feet in height. It was a breath-taking and nerve-racking experience for at one point we could see as far as fifty miles away—with a sheer drop of four thousand feet below us.

Finally the German menu deserves note. For breakfast each morning we had one course consisting of very thin porridge eaten with thick slices of brown bread and jam. For lunch we always had thin noodle soup and some surprise dish. For tea it was always nutritious brown bread and jam. These meals were served by the cook, a large jolly German woman.

The day came when we packed our bags and with husky voices bade good-bye to our friends there. , i

After a speedy overnight journey we reached the large industrial city of Dusseldorf. Here we stayed for a week at the homes of the boys we had met at the chalet. We were all thus given an intimate insight into German family life.

All too quickly this week ended and it was with mixed feelings that we added our long and loud adieus to the hustle and bustle of the Central Station in Dusseldorf.

T h e journey to Hook of Holland was a short one and we were all looking forward to our home-coming in spite of all the attractions Germany had offered.

When the Customs officials thought they had seen all they wanted, we were driven out to the ship, S.S. Amsterdam. We were very tired and so slept soundly for a few hours.

We all woke early, dressed and hurried on deck to catch our first glimpse of England.

G.G.B. (Form V.) SCHOOL OFFICERS

Head Boy : J. A. Dean. Prefects : J. A. Dean, D. E. W. Laidler, J. B. Oliver, I. R. Christison,

W. R. Gair, D. R. Barkwill, J. C. Sheales, C. J. C. Yates, H. E. Evans, J. A. Heald, A. W. Harper, D. J. Williams.

Captain of Football : J. A. Dean. House Captains : North Shields — J. B. Oliver.

Monkseaton — D. E. W. Laidler. Tynemouth — J. A. Dean. Whitley Bay — J. A. Heald.

1 T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L

M A G A Z I N E SPRING TERM

S C H O O L N O T E S Speech Day was held on Saturday, February 18th, at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by F. G. Egner, Esq., O.B.E., Town Clerk of Tynemouth. In the morning a Service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the address was given by Rev. G. A. Elcoat, Rector of Spittal, Berwick-on-Tweed, an Old Boy of the School.

Avete IV. M. J. B. Harvey. Junior B. W. Ramshaw, R. Scott, P. J. Townsend. T.P.S. D. S. Ridley, L. J. Stephen, P. Stokoe. WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES

House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : J. Heald. This term was more successful scholastically than in games. In the House Matches we won the 'booby' prize as the Seniors won only one of their games and the Juniors none of theirs. We were represented on the XV by C. K. Williams, G. V. Gibbin, Sheales, J. C. and McWhirter. Jackson, A., Heald, K., Haddow, McGillivray and Heusser played for the Junior XV. We congratulate Fanshawe, Jackson, A., Cameron, Anderson and Hether-ington, A., on their high positions in their forms.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : J. B. Oliver.

Although we did not win the Cup we have had a very successful term-We have been represented on the XV by J. B. Oliver and Rowell and on the Junior XV by Ord, Fletcher, Wardale, Shepherd, Smith, W., and Henderson, A., and, as Captain, Armstrong. We congratulate Brown, G., Watson, I., Armstrong, Smith, G. K., Cockburn, Miller, Lindsay and Gregory on their high positions. MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES

House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : D. E. W. Laidler. This has been a successful term for the House, the highlight being the winning of the House Rugby Cup without either team losing a match. Our representatives on the XV were I. R. Christison, G. N. Harper, Harrison, J. S. and Harris, and on the Junior team Whiteley, Balmforth and Bridges. On the scholastic side we congratulate Soulsby, MacPherson and Parker on gaining extra subjects in the December G.C.E. and Faddy, Hulme, Robert-son, Bridges, Moore, Boag, Robinson, A., Lambert, R. on gaining high positions in their forms.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : J. A. Dean.

The House has had a successful term. In the House Matches we were 2nd to Monkseaton who were unbeaten. Our representatives on the XV were

2 J. A. Dean (Captain), K. B. Jarvis, R. M. Dean, Harper, A. and Gray. Jarvis played in the final trial, at Gloucester, for the English Schoolboys' Under 15. Jarvis played in the Final Fnglish Trial for the 'Under 15' side to play against Wales. We congratulate the following on their high posilions in form : Dean, R., Merrick, P., Rang, J., Purdue, H., Hay, Hobson and Smith, J.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL Spring Term, 1956 For most of the term little football was possible, and only two matches were played—against Gosforth in January and Tynemouth High School in March. In March we again competed in the Inter-Schools Seven-a-sides at Morpeth, and were beaten by Gosforth by a narrow margin in the first round. The team was : Harrison, J.S. ; J. A. Dean ; I. R. Christison ; R. M. Dean ; K. B. Jarvis ; G. V. Gibbin ; Harris.

School 1st XV v. Gosforth Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Gosforth on Saturday, January 21st).

The School team included two or three boys with little or no experience in 1st XV matches, and this was obvious in the play ; for in the 1st half, against the wind, the School were slow to settle down and by half-time were 19 points down. Of these tries scored against them at least two could easily have been prevented by resolute tackling. After half-time the School improved greatly and in fact had more of the play than Gosforth. The covering of the forwards was better, they often made ground by good dribbling, while J. A. Dean and Christison were constantly making openings which should have brought scores had there been more speed and strength on the wings. Gosforth scored two more tries in this half and J. A. Dean scored an excellent try himself after a run of 20-30 yards. Christison converted. Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 goal, 5 points.

Gosforth G.S.—2 goals, 1 penalty goal, 4 tries, 25 points. K. B. Jarvis was awarded his 1st XV Colours after the match. Team : Harrison, J. S., Pope, G., J. A. Dean, Harper, A., Craig, I. R. Chriscison, Dean, R., J. B. Oliver, G. V. Gibbin, Harris, G. N. Harper, Rowell, C. K. Williams, Jarvis, Henderson, J.

School 1st XV v. Tynemouth High School (Played at the High School on Saturday, March 3rd).

With the aid of a very strong wind the High School attacked from the start, and scored within ten minutes. Dean and Christison were prominent in counter-attacks, but the High School increased their lead shortly before half-time. The second half opened with the School quickly on the attack, and before long Sheales went over near the corner-flag. Christison converted with a beautiful kick. The next try was due to good following-up by Christison, who took advantage of a fumble by the full-back. High School rallied, but the School defence held, and another break-away resulted in Williams scoring. Final Score : Tynemouth School—2 goals, 1 try, 13 points.

Tynemouth High School—3 tries, 9 points. R. M. Dean was awarded his 1st XV Colours after the match. Team : Harrison, J. S., Sheales, J., J. A. Dean, Harper, A., Craig, I. R. Christison, Dean, R., Harris, G. V. Gibbin, J. B. Oliver, G. N. Harper, Gray, C. K. Williams, Rowell, Henderson, J.

1st XV CHARACTERS J. A. Dean. (Colours, 1954-55-56). A very powerful and fast centre. A

good handler, always dangerous in attack and most determined in defence,

3 he has been an excellent Captain, both by his own example and by his encouragement of the younger members of the team.

I. R. Christison. (Colours, 1954-55-56). A born footballer. At his best in the back row of the forwards, he has played with distinction in various other positions. An excellent kick and an immaculate handler, he has by his quick thinking initiated innumerable attacks. J. A. Heald. (Colours, 1955). A very good handler and kicker, he has taken over the position of fly-half with considerable success, though not really quick enough off the mark. Defence excellent. J. B. Oliver. (Colours, 1955-56). A good solid scrummager, at his best in defence. Somewhat clumsy in his handling : still does not get his should-ers low enough in the loose scrums. G. B. Parker. (Colours, 1955). A centre with a very good eye for an opening. A good passer and sound in defence. C. K. Williams. (Colours, 1955-56). An open side wing-forward, very quick onto the opposing fly-half. His falling on the ball is very good indeed. G. N. Harper. (Colours, 1955-56). A hard-working second-row forward, handles and dribbles well. G. V. Gibbin. (Colours, 1955-56). An efficient hooker, and good at the front of the line-out. A strong runner, difficult to bring down, and a good coverer. K. B. Jarvis. (Colours, 1956). Lock forward with plenty of fire in his play. Makes good use of his height in the line-out, and tackles well. Covering good. R. M. Dean. (Colours, 1956). As scrum-half has improved with every match. His passes are not yet fast enough, but his tackling is very good. Williams, D. J. A good footballer, but lacking the necessary speed to make an outstanding wing. Rather inclined to snatch at his passes. Sheales, J. A wing with a good turn of speed and determined in attack, but without much football sense and too hesitant in defence. Henderson, J. J. Very light and small for a forward, he is tireless in his harassing and when in possession difficult to bring down. Harrison, J. S. Full-back. A safe handler and good kick, he is never hesitant to go down to a foot-rush, but is often at fault in his positional play. Archer. A second-row forward, at his best in the line-out : in the loose his play lacks fire.

Seven-a-side matches were played as usual, with two teams from each house. Ten points were given for a win by a 1st VII and six for a win by a 2nd VII. The first round was played in such heavy rain that only four games were possible, and the remaining games were all played later in the week. As last year, Monkseaton were much the strongest, and it was unfortunate that their 2nd team was made up of large, though unskilful, players. The most exciting games were those between Whitley Bay I and North Shields I and Whitley Bay I and Tynemouth I. The best Rugby was played in the game between Monkseaton I and Tynemouth I.

H O U S E M A T C H E S

Results Monkseaton I . North Shields I Monkseaton I ,

13 v. Whitley Bay I 0 v. Tynemouth I

10 v. Tynemouth I 0

16 0

4 Whitley Bay I . . 3 v. North Shields I . 0 Whitley Bay I . . 0 v. Tynemouth I 8 Monkseaton I . 13 V. North Shields I 0 Monkseaton II . . . . . . 20 V. Whitley Bay II 3 North Shields II 9 V. Tynemouth II . . . . 3 Monkseaton II . . . . . . 13 V. Tynemouth II . . . . . 0 Whitley Bay II 0 V. North Shields II . 20 Whitley Bay II . . . . . . 0 V. Tynemouth II . . . . . 34 Monkseaton II . . . . . 11 V. North Shields II .. 0

Final Positions Monkseaton 48 points Tynemouth 26 points North Shields 12 points Whitley Bay 10 points

S P E E C H D A Y Mr. Lazenby Pearson, Chairman of the Governors, presided at the Prizegiving at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth, on Saturday, February 18th. In his review of the year's work the Headmaster referred to the outstanding success of the seven candidates at Advanced Level. All had passed and some 'handsomely'. One boy, Hilton, was on the reserve list for State Scholarships. At the Ordinary Level also there had been many excellent results. At the Universities there had been many successes by Old Boys. After presenting the prizes Mr. Egner spoke of the educational changes that had taken place during the last hundred years, a period almost covered by the life of the School.

P R I Z E S General Certificate of Education Advanced Level

M. P. Dunlevy H. D. Jeffcock D. I. Hallwood D. E. W. Laidler P. R. Hilton A. Lamb J. V. Welch Ordinary Level (five subjects or over)

B. Corner B. H. Mason H. E. Evans A. S. Nicol G. A. Fairbairn J. B. Oliver M. R. Gordon G. B. Parker J. A. Heald R. A. Sutton D. J. F. Slater Ordinary Level (under five subjects)

G. Archer H. T. MacPherson C. P. Armatage R. J. T. Pope R. A. Blundell P. H. Soden J. H. Childs I. Soulsby I. R. Christison D. J. H. Williams A. W. Harper C. J. C. Yates A. E. Hogg

5 Stockdale Prize for Languages : A. S. Nicol.

F O R M P R I Z E S V. D. E. P. Jackson IV. D. M. Faddy G. G. Brown I. Watson III. P. M. Merrick A. M. Hulme D. J. Fanshawe Ila. A. J. W. Jackson I. K. Robertson lib. H. M. Purdue C. J. Moore I. M. A. Lindsay R. C. Lambert

Juniors (A) R. P. Clements O. Harrison (B) M. J. Carruthers

Progress Prizes (A) P. M. Bradley (B) S. J. Renwick

T.P.S. Ilia. D. Swan 111b. C. Myers II. H. C. McCarthy I. A. G. L. Williams

Progress Prizes III. P. Gregory II. J. R. Robinson I. A. E. Shaw

S C H O O L O F F I C E R S Head Boy : J. A. Dean. Prefects : J. A. Dean, D. E. W. Laidler, J. B. Oliver, I. R. Christison, W. R. Gair, D. R. Barkwill, J. C. Sheales, C. J. C. Yates, H. E. Evans, A. W. Harper. Captain of Football : J. A. Dean. House Captains : Whitley Bay—J. Heald.

Tynemouth—J. A. Dean. North Shields—]. B. Oliver. Monkseaton—D. E. W. Laidler.

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SUMMER TERM

The Sports were held on Wednesday, May 9th. The prizes were presented by Mrs. W. R. Dean. After the Sports parents were entertained to tea in the Pavilion by the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison. We welcome to the Staff Mr. J. S. Applegarth, B.Sc. to teach Physics and Mathematics. Avete

I. D. McA. Boyd. Junior S. Burnett, I. M. Jobey, P. R. Mitchell, N. B. Smallman. T.P.S. M. G. Blakey, E. A. Gardner, J. P. Geesin, G. E. Holt, M. J. Stanley, R. J. White, G. R. P. Wilson. Valete VIA. J. A. Dean. Prefect 1953-56. Head Boy 1955-56. XI 1956. XV 1954-5-6. Captain 1956. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (6). (A.L.) 1956 (2). Dux Cup. D. E. W. Laidler. Prefect 1955-56. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1953 (7). (A.L.) 1955 (3). 1956 (3). State Scholarship. D. R. Barkwill. Prefect 1955-56. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (7). (A.L. 1956 (3). J. C. Sheales. Prefect 1955-56. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (5). (A.L.) 1956 (1). C. J. C. Yates. Prefect 1955-56. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (1). (A.L.) 1956 (2). Scholarship standard in English. I. R. Christison. Prefect 1954-56. XV 1954-5-6. XI 1953-4-5-6. Captain 1956. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (4), 1956 (2). H. E. Evans. Prefect 1955-56. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 )5). VIB. A. Rowell. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (3). I. G. Mangenie. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (2). A. W. Harper. Prefect 1955-56. XI 1955-56. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (3). 1956 (2). A. E. Hogg. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (1). 1956 (1). I. Souslby. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (3). 1956 (2). V. M. J. McCarty. P. J. Nesbit. IV. N. H. Balmforth. III. A. J. W. Jackson. G. E. Peacock. Ila. P. H. Dobson. H. M. Stoddart. J. K. Bower. l ib . G. E. Shaw. I. P. K. W. Richardson. T.P.S. G. E. Hunt, J. B. Thorp, V. A. Wilson, C. M. Watson, K. M. A. Harris, C. M. J. Ainsworth, H. E. McCarthy, G. J. Hayton, A. C. Dalrymple, A. E. Shaw, N. J. C. Thomas. Jun. P. Lowrie. P. G. Waugh.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth House Captain : D. E. W. Laidler

This has been another successful term for the House. We finished a close second to North Shields in the Sports, the result being in doubt till the last

7 event. We won the Cricket Cup for the second year in succession without losing a wicket in either match. We congratulate the following on their high positions in form : Faddy, Hulme, Bridges, Robertson, Moore, Caldwell, Robinson, A., Lambert, R.C., Lyall, H., Marshall, D. and Arnold P.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : J. A. Dean.

This term we have been represented on the XI by A. W. Harper, J. A. Dean, R. M. Dean, Jarvis and Barkwill and on the Junior XI by Matthews and Crawshaw. The following are to be congratulated on their high positions in their forms : Dixon, R., Appleton, Merrick, P., Rang, J., Purdue, H., Hay, Lambert, J., Hobson and Smith, J. NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES

House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton. House Captain : J. B. Oliver. Although the House had only one representative on the XI, Young, and did not win the Cricket Cup this was more than balanced by the success of the House in winning the Sports Cup. Rowell is to be congratulated on being Champion of Sports and Henderson, J. on winning the Mile to set up a new school record. We congratulate the following on their high form positions : Brown, G., Smith, G. K., Henderson, A., Kirby, J., Lindsay, M., Miller and Gregory.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : J. C. Sheales.

We have been represented on the XI by G. F. Stenhouse, Slack and McWhirter and by Parr, Duncan, Jackson, A., Urwin, Heusser and Haddow on Junior XI. The following gained high positions in their respective forms : Gibbin, Fanshawe, Lewis, Jackson, A., Hetherington, A., Haddow, Page and Robinson, R. TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS

A new school record for the Mile was set up by Henderson, J. in 4 min. 55 sec. Results

Long Jump (over 14) : 1, Sheales, J. ; 2, Dean, J. ; 3, Towers. Long Jump (11-14) : 1, Matthews ; 2, Callender ; 3, Davison. Long Jump (under 11) ; 1, Lambert, R. ; 2, Holloway, M. ; 3, Lambert, A. Cricket Ball : 1, Dean, J. ; 2, Harrison, J. S. ; 3, Barkwill. High Jump (11-14) : 1, Whiteley; 2, Harvey, J. ; 3, equal, Duncan, Matthews. High Jump (under 11) : 1, equal, Lambert, R., Webb ; 3, Lambert, A. One Mile (open) : 1, Henderson, J. ; 2, Rowell; 3, Sheales. J. Quarter Mile (open) : 1, Rowell ; 2, Sheales, J. ; 3, Dean, J. 75 yds. (11-14) : 1, Whiteley ; 2, Balmforth ; 3, Harvey, J. 75 yds. (under 11) : 1, Lindsay ; 2, Lewis, D. ; 3, Lambert, R. 75 yds. (Jun. under 6j) : 1, Cooper ; 2, Parker ; 3, Bilclough. 75 yds. (Jun. over 61) : 1, James, P. ; 2, Sturgess ; 3, James, C. 100 yds. (over 14) : 1, Rowell; 2, Soulsby ; 3, Sheales, J. 75 yds T.P.S. (upper) : 1, Forster ; 2, Robinson ; 3, Stanley.

75 yds. T.P.S. (middle) : 1, Page ; 2, Patterson ; 3, Simpson. 75 yds. T.P.S. (lower) : 1, Pugh ; 2, Swinden ; 3, Wilson. 220 yds. (under 10) ; 1, Hood, S. ; 2, Merrick, M. ; 3, Smith, J. R. 220 yds. (10-11) : 1, Lindsay ; 2, Lambert, R. ; 3, Somerville. High Jump (over 14) : 1, Christison ; 2, Rowell ; 3, Pope, G. 220 yds. (13-14) : 1, Whiteley ; 2, Bush ; 3, Harvey, J. 220 yds. (12-13) : 1, Matthews ; 2, Askew ; 3, Smith, G. K. 220 yds. (11-12) : 1, Smith, E. ; 2, Robinson, R. ; 3, Riley. Half Mile (open) : 1, Henderson, J. ; 2, Oliver ; 3, Rowell. Half Mile (Junior) : 1, Matthews, 2, Duncan ; 3, Hodson. 220 yds. (14-15) : 1, Armstrong ; 2, Fletcher ; 3, Appleton. 220 yds. (15-16) : 1, Towers ; 2, Parr ; 3, Dean, R. 220 yds. (over 16) : 1 equal, Dean, J., Soulsby ; 3, Sheales, J. School Handicap (under 12) : 1, Caldwell ; 2, Lovell; 3, Graham, G. House Relay : 1, Monkseaton. Old Boys' Race : 1, Anderson, J. School Handicap (over 12) : 1, Watson, I. ; 2, Toombs ; 3, Purdue, A.

Champion of Sports : Rowell. Middle Cup : Matthews. Junior Cup : Lambert, R. House Cup : North Shields.

S E N I O R C R I C K E T . 1 9 5 6 At the end of Summer Term last year eight regular members of the First XI left school with the result that the prospects for this past season did not appear very bright. The most pessimistic forecasts seemed about to be fulfilled when the School lost to Gosforth by 44 runs, the first fixture of the season. On this mournful occasion only A. W. Harper with 24 not out gained double figures. However, the whole team were spurred by this reverse until they became quite a formidable combination. Against two strong sides in South Shields High School and Dame Allan's School time alone prevented the School from gaining well deserved victories. The next fixture against Rutherford provided the School with its first victory of the season. Stenhouse routed the opposition and finished the match with seven wickets for sixteen runs. The following week the School narrowly escaped defeat at the hands of Tynemouth High School after a display of unpurposeful batting, five wickets falling at one period for the addition of only one run. The next fixture against Hexham ended in another draw although time alone saved the opposition from defeat. J. Dean in a great spell of fast bowling took five wickets for thirteen runs. The Parents XI were routed for 33 after the School had made 99 for six, R. Dean scoring 31. In an all day match the Old Boys XI were defeated by 3 wickets. A. W. Harper scored 31 and was top scorer for the School but R. Dean and D. Barkwill played two fine defen-sive innings. The match against the Headmaster's XI provided the highest scoring game of the season. The School made 116 for five against weak bowling, Christison scored 74 runs in a brilliant innings. The Headmasters' XI made 95 for 2 against bowling which was equally innocuous. Mr. Applegarth hit a most competent 50 not out. A win for the School against Whitley Grammar by nine wickets was largely due to work of Christison who took 4 for 10 and then scored an immacu-late 25 not out. R. Dean finished the match with 6 for 18. The next day the School suffered its second defeat at the hands of Tynemouth High School.

9 Stenhouse was top scorer with 16 not out but, apart from a promising innings by Jackson, M., playing his first innings for the School, the rest of the batting was painful to watch. The final fixture against Royal Grammar School 2nd XI ended in a draw. Batting for over two hours the R.G.S. made 103. This left the School with just 70 minutes batting. Two wickets fell before a run was scored and within twenty minutes the School had lost five wickets for 37. Thanks, however, to a splendid innings by Harper, who batted for over an hour for his thirty runs, and to Barkwill, who batted for 45 minutes for one run, the School managed to force a draw. During the last four matches the team was weakened by injuries so that, on the whole, the season was quite a successful one. Both Christison and Harper did much to enthuse a spirit of confidence in the team. But two players cannot make a team and the rest all played their part. The results showed that, as in most games, fighting spirit and hard work can overcome deficiencies in the more technical points of the game. I. R. Christison was a regular member of the South Shields First XI and A. W. Harper played for the Northumberland Schools XI.

Captain : I. R. Christison. Vice-Captain : A. W. Harper. Colours awarded : G. F. Stenshoue, R. Dean and J. Dean.

Results April 28th, at Tynemouth. Lost. Gosforth Grammar School 87 (Christison 4 for 25) May 5th. At Tynemouth. Draw. School . . 63 for 8 declared (Harper 28) May 16th. At Tynemouth. Draw.

School . . 99 for 6 declared May 23rd. At Rutherford. Win. School 87 (Christison 23 ; Harrison, J. S. June 2nd. At Tynemouth. Draw. Tynemouth High School . . 97 (Christison 8 for 35) June 20th. At Tynemouth. Win. School 99 (Dean, R. 31 ; Harper 27) June 21st. At Tynemouth. Win. Old Boys XI .. .. 85 (Dean, J. 2 for 7 ; Christison 3 for 22) June 23rd. At Hexham. Draw. Hexham Grammar School . . 71 (Dean, J. 5 for 13 ; Christison 3 for 20) July 19th. At Tynemouth. Draw. School .. 116 for 5 declared (Christison 74) July 20th. At Whitley. Win. Whitley Bay G.S 33 (Dean, R. 6 for 18 : Christison 4 for 10)

School 43 (Harper 24 n.o.)

South Shields H.S. 53 for 9 (J. Dean 4 for 14) Dame Allan's School 58 for 9 Rutherford G.S 43

21) (Stenhouse 7 for 16) School .. .. 57 for 8 (McWhirter 20 ; Christison 17) Parents XI 33

(Christison 5 for 19 ; Dean, R. 3 for 4) School .. .. 90 for 8 (Harper 32 ; Barkwill 10 n.o.)

School . . .. 60 for 6 (Christison 28 ; Harrison 16)

Headmaster's XI 95 for 2 School .. .. 35 for 1 (Christison 25 n.o.)

10 July 21st. At Tynemouth. Lost. School (Stenhouse 16 n.o.' Tuly 23rd. At Newcastle. Draw. ' Royal G.S. 2nd XI . . . . 103 (Christison 4 for 24)

44 Tynemouth H.S.

School (Harper 30)

45 for 4 62 for 9

Appearances Christison, Harper, Dean, R., Stenhouse, McWhirter, Barkwill, 12 ; Soulsby, 11 : Harrison, J. S., 9 ; Dean, J., 8 ; Craig, 8 ; Young, 8 ; Jarvis, Jensen, 5 ; Jackson, 3 ; Brown, G, 1 ; Armstrong, 1 ; Slack, 1.

J U N I O R C R I C K E T This was rather a disappointing season for the Juniors as the record shows. It must be added in all fairness that the side was an extremely youthful one and lacking in experience. A marked improvement all round was noted towards the end of the season when the side played with more confidence and deter-mination. Out of fourteen matches played two were won, eight were lost and the remainder drawn. Both successes were against the same opponents, Blyth Grammar School. There were few outstanding individual performances although Armstrong, captain of the side, was consistent with both bat and ball. He led the side admirably. Batting was generally weak and only on three occasions did individual batsmen score more than twenty runs. Bowling was reasonably good. Armstrong and Urwin were the mainstays of the attack and Ord on occasions bowled well. Fielding generally was good, especially in the outfield where many good catches were taken, Harvey, Askew and Jackson being outstanding. Near to the wickct fieldsmen were apt to stand and wait rather than to move to the ball. However the Junior XI, with Urwin, Askew, Harvey, Matthews and Noble remaining as a nucleus, promises well for 1957, when we hope for good weather in which to enjoy our cricket. Results v. Gosforth Grammar School . . v. South Shields High School . . v. Ascham House v. Whitley Bay High School .. v. Tynemouth High School v. Rutherford Grammar School v. Blyth Grammar School v. Gosforth Grammar School .. v. Hexham Grammar School v. Hexham Grammar School . . v. Rutherford Grammar School v. Rutherford Grammar School v. Morpeth Grammar School .. v. Blyth Grammar School

Lost by Lost by Drawn Drawn Lost by Lost by Won by Lost by Drawn Drawn Lost by Lost by Lost by Won by

6 wickets 8 wickets

7 wickets 6 wickets 2 wickets 99 runs

9 runs 58 runs 38 runs 21 runs S C H O O L O F F I C E R S

Head Boy : J. A. Dean. Prefects : J. A. Dean, D. E. W. Laidler, J. B. Oliver, W. R. Gair, I. R.

Christison, D. R. Barkwill, J. C. Sheales, C. J. C. Yates, H. E. Evans, A. W. Harper.

Captain of Cricket : I. R. Christison. House Captains : Monkseaton—D. E. W. Laidler. Tynemouth—J. A. Dean. North Shields—J. B. Oliver. Whitley Bay—J. C. Sheales.

11

AUTUMN TERM

We regret the departure of Mr. E. C. W. Chapman and of Mr. G. W. C. Yates. Mr. Chapman has been appointed Senior Classics Master at a new Grammar School at Solihull and Mr. Yates has gone to a School in London. We welcome to the Staff Mr. W. P. Cass, M.A., of Brasenose College, Oxford, as Classics Master and Mr. P. Stephenson, B.Sc., Durham, to teach Mathematics and Chemistry. The following were appointed Prefects this term : B. H. Mason, M. Gray, C. K. Williams, G. F. Stenhouse, G. G. Brown, G. V. Gibbin, J. J. Henderson, R. M. Dean, G. N. Harper and G. G. Pope. Avete

III. R. McL. Brown. J. J. Ord. Ila. J. M. Bell, K. A. Carlisle, M. J. Trewick, J. M. Goodale, B. M. Hardy. lib. H. Coase, G. Colls, J. T. McGugan, A. F. McNeill, A. R. Newton, D. M. Stephen. I. A. G. Brown, M. McF. Burgess, G. F. Kirby, M. N. Philipson. T.P.S. R. S. Perkins, H. F. G. Powell, J. Reed, R. E. R. Slack, D. A. Suther-land, A. M. Traill, A. Hedworth, J. M. Hood, H. R. Mills, A. McK. Milner, L. M. Nattress, J. R. Boulton, J. D. G. Brown, C. J. Cartledge, J. C. Barber, D. C. Bell. Jun. D. F. Wilford, I. B. Gibson-Cowe, H. V. Y. Hvistendahl, R. Nelson, D. W. Patterson, C. W. Sturgis, K. M. Watson, R. B. Carlisle, P. T. Brandon, N. B. Cooper, I. R. Harris, J. J. Philipson, G. Patterson.

Valete VIA. W. R. Gair. Prefect 1955-56. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1954 (7). (A.L.) 1956 (3). State Scholarship. H. T. MacPherson. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (5). VIB. C. K. McWhirter. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (5). G. F. Stenhouse. Prefect 1956. XI 1956. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (2). E. M. Jensen. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (5). I. M. Toombs. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (4). J. S. Harrison. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (2). N. R. Forgie. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (2). G. G. Pope. Prefect 1956. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (4). G. N. Harper. Prefect 1956. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (3). P. G. Whitfield (Harris). XV 1956-57. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (1). R. A. Dixon. R. C. Steel. V. A. C. Nicholson, D. A. Reay. IV. W. Smith, J. N. Wardale, M. J. Watson. III. W. B. Rutherford. IIA. J. H. Webb. IIB. J. P. Mullan. Junior J. T. Parker, P. Hunt.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth. House Captain : W. R. Gair.

Success attended our candidates in the G.C.E. last term. Both D. E. W.

12 Laidler and W. R. Gair were awarded State Scholarships. We wish them further successes in the future at their Universites. At O.L. Christison, Harper, G., MacPherson, Hogg, Jack, Jensen, Soulsby and Harrison, J. S. passed in one or more -ubjects. These successes together with the high positions in form of Bridges, Hulme, Faddy, Caldwell and Gardner enabled the House to win the Challenge Shield. During the term Gair, Harper, G., Harrison, J. S., Griffiths and Whitfield (Harris) played for the XV, the latter being awarded his XV Colours. Harvey and Bridges have played regularly for the Junior Team.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle. House Captain : R. M. Dean.

This term we have lost our House Captain of the last two years, J. A. Dean. We wish him success at King's College and welcome his brother as our new House Captain. At A.L. in the G.C.E. Barkwill passed in three subjects and Dean in two subjects. At O.L. Gray, Purdue, A., Hocknell, Toombs and Burn passed in two or more subjects. We congratulate all of them and also Merrick, P., Purdue, H., Lambert, J., Hardy, Hobson and Smith J. R. on attaining high form positions. R. M. Dean, K. B. Jarvis and Gray played regularly for the XV and Merrick, P., Money, Rang, J., Matthews, Crawshaw and Watson, G. S. played for the Junior XV. WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES

House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller. House Captain : B. H. Mason This term we have lost the services of J. Sheales, our former House Captain. We wish him success in the future. Sheales was successful in the A.L. of the G.C.E. and Stenhouse, Williams, McWhirter, Slack and Gordon in the O.L. Duncan, Fanshawe, Hetherington, Haddow, Robinson, J., and Burgess gained high form positions. Our representatives on the XV were C. K. Williams. G. V. Gibbin, Mason, Slack and Parr and Watson, M., Urwin and Haddow played for the Junior XV.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fuilarton. House Captain : J. B. Oliver.

We congratulate Yates on his success at A.L. and Pope, G., Harrison, G. W., and Forgie on their success at O.L. The following attained high form positions, Brown, G., Thompson, G. F., Henderson, A., Kirby, J., Lindsay, M., Gregory, Smith, J. R., Clements, Lindsay, J. and Cowe. We were represented on the XV by J. B. Oliver (Captain), J. J. Henderson, Craig and Armstrong. Henderson received his Colours and Armstrong played for the County in the Under 15 side. TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION

The Old Boys' Association continues to provide opportunities for students leaving the School to preserve the friendships made during that very important 'period of their lives. At the beginning of 1956 the Annual Dance was held at the Rex Hotel, Whitley Bay, and 140 members and their friends enjoyed a most delightful evening, and all shared the novelties and balloons which are now a recognised part of this function. At the Annual General Meeting held in February, Mr. R. H. Thompson —an ex Head Boy of the School—resigned from the position of Honorary Treasurer, which he held for ten years, and in his place Mr. G. J. Shaw was elected.

13 The Golf Outing, held at Tynemouth Golf Club at the end of May 1956, again proved to be popular with certain members of the Association, and twenty persons attended the supper at the conclusion of the competition for the Crofton Trophy, which was won this year by Dr. J. Phillips. As is usual on the last Friday in October, another opportunity for renew-ing old acquaintances was arranged by the Committee in the form of the Annual Dinner. On this very informal occasion, Mr. Lazenby Pearson, on behalf of the Old Boys, presented to Mr. J. M. Miller a fishing rod and reel, in recog-nition of his 25 years' service with the School and the Association. Although the weather in what is usually termed the Summer was not always conducive to outdoor activities, the Old Boys' Cricket Club continued to operate. Next season they are going to have the use of Prior's Park for their home fixtures, and it is sincerely hoped that the more pleasant surroundings at this ground will result in many more boys joining the Club when they leave School. There are now nearly 480 members in the Association, and it is the wish of the Committee that all boys leaving School during 1957 will join us, and further the traditions of the School and the Old Boys.

A. E . SHEARER, Honorary Secretary. TYNEMOUTH OLD BOYS' CRICKET CLUB 1956

As has been stated in the Association Secretary's Report, we feel that this is the most active section of that Association, and a resume of our activities over the past year will focus your attention on the Club, of which we are justifiably proud. The summer of 1956 was not ideal for Cricket as I am sure you will remember, but nevertheless a full fixture card was compiled and very many enjoyable games were played. The captaining of G. J. Shaw deserves special mention as, without the very able services of G. R. Hardie our fast bowler, for most of the season, Mr. Shaw led a winning side on the majority of occasions due to his inspired leadership and his ability to get the best out of everyone by his own high example. It is often deemed unwise to single out individuals for special mention particularly when each puts his best into the game, but I feel confident that no one will begrudge H. Craney his place among the stars of 1956 for his superb batsmanship. The fixtures list includes games at Corbridge, Allendale, Longhirst, Blagdon and Kirkley Hall, among several other attractive venues and both home and away matches are arranged against these clubs. Thus, on each Saturday, there is Cricket to be played and watched by members of your Association welded into its own Club, which we keep moving along the road to greater achievements and wider interests. We are negotiating with the Trustees of Prior's Park for permission to use the playing pitch there during 1957, and if these negotiations are successful, we feel that the amenities of the Cricket Club will be greatly enhanced and added enjoyment given to all concerned. Annually we make an appeal for new members, often without avail, and I feel that the more frequent this appeal is made, the less the impact on you. This year I again repeat this appeal. We all know of Old Novos, Old Allanians, and Old Edwardians, to mention only a few of the well known clubs made up of former pupils, and we see no reason why Tynemouth Old Boys cannot rival these others in size and performance. But this depends on you. Join us if you can as playing members, but if this is not possible for one reason or another, then perhaps you can lend us your support in the capacity of a patron. We look forward to 1957 with the hope that our ranks will be increased and that we may welcome you as one of us. R . L . ELLIOTT, Honorary Secretary.

14 TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Once again the School Year has followed the familiar pattern except for a Staff change. In July, Mrs. P.anson left us, and in her place we welcome Mrs. Appleby. We hope her association with us will be a long and happy one. We were fortunate in having one of the few fine days of the summer for our annual outing, which was, once again to Warkworth. The morning was spent in visiting the Castle, after which a picnic lunch was eaten in the grounds. In the afternoon the party was ferried over the river to the Hermitage, and before leaving Warkworth tea was taken at the Sun Hotel. The Harvest Festival Service was conducted by one of our parents, Rev. Alan Gray. Afterwards the fruit was sent to the Stannington Children's Sanatorium. An appeal for the Save the Children Hungarian Relief Fund enabled us to send a cheque for £27, as well as parcels of clothing to the Red Cross. The last school week of the year saw the usual Christmas celebrations, including a Film Show given by Mrs. Holland of the Barnardo Helpers' League, at which we were able to give her £28 (the result of our Box Opening and Christmas Collection). The School Party followed on the last afternoon. The Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison joined us for tea and the excellent conjuring show which followed. Prizewinners for 1956 were :—

Form IIIA. H. MacCarthy. Progress : R. Shotton. R. Robinson.

Form II. A. Shaw. Progress : D. Hesselberth. G. Williams.

Form I. S. Pugh. Progress : P. Smith. H.G.G.

S E N I O R R U G B Y F O O T B A L L Autumn Term, 1956 The season has proved a disappointing one. Of the thirteen matches played only four have been won, though in all but three of the others the result has been close. In only three matches, those against R.G.S., Morpeth (away) and the return match against Whitley Bay, did the team play as well as they were capable of doing. The basic trouble has been the lack of three-quarters with scoring ability, and the slowness of the team in general, and the forwards in particular, to seize on mistakes of the opposition. Dean has had to be moved to fly-half and Henderson to scrum-half and not till the last match or two did the latter begin to give a pass of reasonable length. The forwards, though light, played well as a pack under Oliver's very good leadership, par-ticularly when their line has been under pressure. But the heeling from the loose has not been quick enough, and with the exception of Williams they have been too slow to pick up in the loose and initiate a passing movement. At full-back Harrison has too often been caught out of position, and the splendid covering of Jarvis and Gibbin has naturally not always been able to prevent tries being scored. The School's Rugby should, however, show a marked improvement before long as a result of the skill and enthusiasm of Mr. Stephenson and Mr. Apple-garth, who between them have taken over the coaching of most of the Juniors. Finally we congratulate Armstrong and Whiteley on being selected to play for the County 'Under 15'. D.S.U.

School 1st XV v. Tynemouth High School 1st XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, September 22nd).

For the first match of the season a wet surface made handling difficult, and dropped passes were inevitable, though both sides endeavoured to keep

15 play as open as possible. High School with a heavier pack and bigger outsides had much the most of the game in the first half, and scored two tries. After half-time School forwards played with more life and coherence, and by good dribbling often gained ground, while Williams and Henderson were prominent in their covering and in picking up in the loose and opening up the game. Craig at fly-half was inclined to go through on his own too frequently, but made several good runs. High School scored one more try in this half, and once the School were nearly over, but threw away their chance by conceding a penalty. Oliver, Dean and Jarvis all played excellently. Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil. Tynemouth High School, 1 goal, 2 tries, 11 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Towers ; Jackson, M. ; Pope, G. ; Gair ; Craig ; R. M. Dean ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Griffiths, G. N. Harper ; Gray ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Hender-son, J. School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay Grammar School 1st XV.

(Played at Whitley Bay on Thursday, September 27th . Playing against the slope the School were soon under pressure, but twice Harrison relieved with good kicks. School forwards, though lighter, were better together than Whitley Bay, and often worked the ball up the field with concerted dribbles. After 15 minutes a strong Whitley Bay centre broke through to score. The forwards again took the play well into their opponents' half, but were driven back by long kicks to touch. A Whitley Bay centre again scored, and before half-time their fly-half dropped an excellent goal. After half-time School spent long periods in Whitley Bay half, but the three-quarters never really looked like scoring until Gair kicked the ball over the full-back's head, and Pope, following up well, scored. Whitley Bay scored once more as the result of lamentably weak tackling. Oliver set a splendid example, while Jarvis, Gibbin and Williams were often prominent. Of the outsides, Dean was far the best, and Craig was good in defence. Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points.

Whitley Bay G.S., 1 goal, 1 dropped goal, 3 tries, 17 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Towers ; Jackson, M. ; Pope, G. ; Gair ; Craig ; R. M. Dean ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin j Griffiths ; G. N. Harper; Gray; C. K. Williams; K. B. Jarvis ; Henderson, J. School 1st XV v. Dame Allan's 2nd XV.

(Played at Dame Allan's on Saturday, September 29th . For this match Stenhouse was brought in at fly-half and Craig moved to the centre, and a marked improvement in the play of the three-quarters in attack was soon apparent. Play was even for the first twenty minutes, and then from a set scrum on Dame Allan's line the ball came out on Dame Allan's side, and Dean dived onto it for a try. Harrison's kick from wide out just failed. For five minutes after half-time Dame Allan's did all the attacking, and failure to fall on the ball allowed them to gain 30 yards ; they heeled, and their left wing went over. School then attacked, and from a set scrum the ball went along to Towers who ran 20 yards for a good try. School kept in Dame Allan's half, and when their full-back fumbled a pass back to him behind their line Craig scored. School attacked again and Stenhouse passed to Craig who cut through for an excellent try which Harrison converted. Much of the three-quarter play was still too untidy, particularly in coming up in defence, but the wings were receiving the ball with room to move in. Craig was obviously happier in the centre and Dean was excellent both in attack and defence. Of a pack which played well together and with fire Oliver, Williams and Henderson were the best.

16 Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 3 tries, 14 points. Dame Allan's School, 1 try, 3 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Gair ; Pope, G. ; Craig ; Towers ; Stenhouse ; R. M. Dean ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Griffiths ; G. N. Harper ; Gray ; C. K. Williams ; Parr ; Henderson, J.

School 1st XV v. Tynemouth High School 1st XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 6th).

Conditions for this match were ideal, and play was kept open by both sides. As in the first match High School were heavier forward and too strong in the centre where they often took advantage of the School's weakness in defence in mid-field. After 15 minutes High School fly-half broke through to score between the posts. School attacked, but slowness off the mark and faulty handling spoilt many movements, while the wings lacked determination. High School scored again by a very long pass to the left-wing, who had a clear run in. After half-time play continued to be even, though the High School backs always looked more dangerous, and in fact they scored two more tries. Craig made a number of breaks, but either held on too long or found no one up in support. Dean was again excellent, while Harrison was surer in his hand-ling and made one magnificent tackle of their captain when he was in full-cry for the line. The forwards still were not making use of short passing, but other-wise played well. Henderson never seemed to be more than a yard or two from the ball, and in spite of his small size was hard to bring down. 1st XV Colours were awarded to J. J. Henderson after the match. Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil.

Tynemouth High School, 2 goals, 2 tries, 16 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Gair ; Craig ; G. N. Harper ; Towers ; Stenhouse ; R. M. Dean ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Parr ; Gray ; Griffiths ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Henderson, J. School 1st XV v. Hexham Grammar School 1st XV.

(Played at Hexham on Saturday, October 13th . For this match Henderson had been brought out of the scrum to scrum-half and Dean moved to fly-half. It was soon apparent that the change was going to meet with success, for though Henderson's passes were usually too direct to Dean, the latter was quick off the mark, and was indeed the out-standing outside on the field. He made several good breaks which with better backing-up could have led to tries, while his kicking was long and accurate. School forwards were better together than Hexham and soon took play to near their 25. After twenty minutes School threes were moving well and looked like being certain to score when a pass went astray and a Hexham three-quarter, picking it up was through, though he was tackled iust short of the line good following-up gave Hexham a try. School again attacked, but lacked finishing power. After half-time Hexham's forwards heeled better, and their threes had much more of the ball, but the School's covering was good, and there was no further score. The forwards again played at their best when under severe pres-sure. Oliver set a fine example by his drive in attack and good tackling, while of the rest of the pack, Jarvis, Gibbin and Williams were the best. Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil.

Hexham Grammar School, 1 try, 3 points. Team ; Slack ; Mason ; Harrison, J. S. ; Craig ; Towers ; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Parr ; G. N. Harper ; Gray ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Griffiths.

17 School 1st XV v. Royal Grammar School 2nd XV.

(Played at Jesmond on Wednesday, October 24th). The School, even with the advantage of the slope in the first half were usually pushed off the ball by a much heavier pack. To compensate for this, however, Henderson took full advantage of the sluggish heeling of the R.G.S. and was so quick in his spoiling that their fly-half seldom received a reasonable pass. School did most of the attacking in this half, and after some twenty minutes Dean broke through and put a short punt over the full-back's head for Armstrong who had followed up fast, to score between the posts. Harrison converted. R.G.S. by forward rushes, took the ball up to the School line more than once, but were always held up, for in the loose School pack had more cohesion. Inevitably after half-time School were on the defensive most of the time, but the covering was so good that not until 10 minutes from the end did they score when they took advantage of a wild pass to break through. School attacked fiercely, but were unable to score. Just before no-side G.R.S. were helped by another wild pass and scored a somewhat lucky try. Both halves played admirably, and Dean's defensive kicking was a great saving to the forwards, while Armstrong's presence greatly strengthed the mid-field defence. The forwards all played with the utmost determination and fire, and it would be invidious to single out any of them for individual praise. Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 5 points.

Royal Grammar School, 2 tries, 6 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Mason ; Armstrong ; Craig ; Towers ; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Parr ; G. N. Harper ; Gray ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Griffiths.

School 1st XV v. South Shields High School 1st XV. (Played at South Shields on Saturday, October 27th).

Unfortunately the notes made on this match have been mislaid, so no account of the game is possible. Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points.

South Shields High School, 1 penalty goal, 3 tries, 12 pts. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Mason; Jackson, M. ; Craig ; Towers ; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Parr ; G. N. Harper ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Griffiths. School 1st XV v. Morpeth Grammar School 2nd XV.

(Played at Morpeth on Saturday, November 10th). A greasy ball made handling very difficult, and although both sides tried to play an open game the ball rarely reached the wings. Morpeth had the heavier pack, and one outstanding forward in the line-out, so that the School were seldom able to develop an attack from a set scrum or line-out. On the other hand Henderson and Williams between them usually neutralised this advantage. Morpeth had the better of the game in the first half, and forced a series of scrums near the School line, but as usual this season the forwards played best when under pressure, and the defence held. Morpeth gave away a number of penalties, and always Dean found a long touch. After half-time the School began to have rather more of the game, and after about 15 minutes Dean made a half-break, and passed to Craig who made further ground before handing on to Armstrong who changed pace and direction to beat two men for an excellent try. Morpeth continued to give away more penalties, but there was no more scoring. Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points.

- Morpeth Grammar School, nil.

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School 1st XV v. Morpeth Grammar School 2nd XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, November 17th).

School were slow to settle down and Morpeth were soon attacking, but the forwards worked the ball away. Dean and Armstrong both cut through more than once, but found no one up in support. Before half-time Morpeth forced a scrum near the School line and getting a quick heel and a fast pass their fly-half went through to score. After half-time School fought hard to get on level terms, and one good movement should have ended with the left wing scoring, but the final pass was not taken. Just before time Morpeth scored again. Dean was outstanding among the backs, and Armstrong ran strongly and was faultless in defence. Henderson worked tirelessly and was an efficient spoiler, but was inclined to hold on too long. Of the forwards Oliver's tackling and falling on the ball was exemplary, and Gibbin did much fine covering besides being most aggressive in attack. Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil.

Morpeth Grammar School, 1 goal, 1 try, 8 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Mason ; Craig ; Armstrong ; Gair ; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson ; J. B. Oliver, G. V. Gibbin ; Harris ; G. N. Harper ; Gray ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Griffiths.

School 1st XV v. Morpeth Grammar School 2nd XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, November 24th).

Play, though fast and open, never reached a high standard, and the School were rather unlucky to lose by the only try of the match. Once again Morpeth were off to the better start and kept play in the School 25 for some time. How-ever, Henderson was passing more quickly than before, and a number of attacks were launched, but faulty passing or bad backing-up usually prevented the ball from reaching the wings while they still had room to move. Without Gibbin the School seldom got the ball from the tight, while in the loose the Morpeth forwards were more concerted and consequently their heeling quicker. Just before half-time Henderson following up a well-iudged kick ahead by Dean was first to the ball over the Morpeth line, but the ball slipped from his hand before he could ground it. After half-time Morpeth looked dangerous rather more often than the School, and were over once, only to kick into touch-in-goal. Five minutes from time their fly-half made a run of fifteen yards to score wide out. School attacked fiercely in an endeavour to level the score but were unable to penetrate a sound defence. Oliver, Slack and Dean all tackled consistently well. Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil.

Morpeth Grammar School, 1 try, 3 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Mason ; Craig ; Slack ; Gair ; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson, J. B. Oliver ; Griffiths ; Harris ; G. N. Harper ; Gray ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Parr.

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Perry Park on Saturday, December 1st).

The School started off with a fury they had never previously shown this season, and for the whole of the first half, with the aid of the wind, were scarcely ever out of Whitley's half. Both sides kept the game open, but none of the wings ever received the ball with room to move in. After fifteen minutes School were awarded a penalty, and Harrison kicked a good goal. School again attacked

19 and Gibbin was brought down inches short of the line, but foolishly gave away a penalty. Then from a forward's dribble Williams picked up and passed brilliantly to Slack who ran hard to score. After half-time Whitley, helped by the wind, did most of the attacking, but several times when they had the man over the man in possession was caught before passing. About half-way through this half Whitley started a movement from a set scrum and their scrum-half came up into the line again to give a perfect pass for their left wing to score. Whitley continued to attack but excellent tackling and covering prevented any further score. Every member of the team played well throughout, but Slack and Dean were outstanding for their tackling, while Williams, Jarvis, Gibbin and Oliver were the pick of the pack. Oliver in particular set a splendid example by his solid scrummaging and his quickness and efficiency in falling on the ball.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 penalty goal, 1 try, 6 points. Whitley Bay Grammar School, 1 try, 3 points.

Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Mason ; Craig ; Slack ; Gair ; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Harris ; G. N. Harper; Gray; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Parr. School 1st XV v. Dame Allan's 2nd XV.

(Played at Percy Park on Saturday, December 8th). School were soon attacking, and with Henderson throwing out much longer passes than hitherto the threes had numerous opportunities, but the passing was not crisp enough to give the wings room to move. After 15 minutes Dean cut through beautifully from the Dame Allan's 25 to score himself. Though pressing almost continuously, School were unable to score again before half-time. After the change of ends Dame Allan's pressed hard for five minutes without ever looking really dangerous, and were then driven back. Then Harris got hold of the ball on the School 25, shook off two or three would-be tacklers, brushed aside several more of the opposition and was only brought down a foot short of Dame Allan's line. School continued to press, and presently Jarvis after a long diagonal run scored. Play continued open without being very skilful, and there was no more scoring. Dean was again the best of the outsides ; Henderson's passing was much improved, and Slack's tackling was devastating. Harris made effective use of his great strength, and some of his tackles were crushing. 1st XV Colours were awarded to P. G. Harris after the match. Final Score : Tynemouth School, 2 tries, 6 points. Dame Allan's School, nil. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Mason ; Slack ; Craig ; Gair ; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson ; J. B. Oliver ; G. V. Gibbin ; Harris ; G. N. Harper ; Gray ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Parr.

School 1st XV v. Gosforth Grammar School 1st XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, December 15th).

The School were without Gibbin, Slack and Gray, and the defence suffered in consequence. The forwards were as good as their opponents, but Gosforth had two very good halves—the fly-half in particular being a match-winner. Gosforth scored from a penalty in the first five minutes when Henderson was, for once, off-side. Gosforth continued to attack, and from a diagonal kick Jarvis, who had covered well, was unlucky with the bounce, and their fly-half gathered and was through. Gosforth scored again just before half-time. After the change of ends School tried desperately to get on level terms, but lacked the necessary thrust in the three-quarters, while some of the tackling was much too half-hearted, enabling Gosforth to score three more tries. Two or three times School came near to scoring, but lost ground through ill-judged kicks. Dean played very well, and Henderson was tireless in his spoiling. Of the

20 forwards Jarvis, Oliver and Williams were the best. Indeed had not Williams been so efficient in driving the fly-half across the field the score would have been much higher.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil. Gosforth Grammar School, 2 goals, 1 penalty goal, 3 tries, 22 points. Team : Harrison, J. S. ; Towers ; Mason; Craig ; Gair; R. M. Dean ; J. J. Henderson ; J. B. Oliver ; Griffiths ; P. G. Harris ; G. N. Harper ; Brown, G. G. ; C. K. Williams ; K. B. Jarvis ; Parr.

S C H O O L O F F I C E R S Head Boy : J. B. Oliver. Prefects : J. B. Oliver. W. R. Gair, B. H. Mason, M. Gray, C. K. Williams, G. F. Stenhouse, G. G. Brown, G. V. Gibbin, G. N. Harper, J. J. Henderson, R. M. Dean and G. G. Pope. Captain of Football : J. B. Oliver. House Captains : North Shields—J. B. Oliver.

Monkseaton—W. R. Gair. Whitley Bay—B. H. Mason. Tynemouth—R. M. Dean.

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T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L M A G A Z I N E

SPRING T E R M

S C H O O L N O T E S Speech Day was held on Saturday, February 16th, at the Carlton Cinema,

Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by Mr. R. W. Mann. In the morning a Service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the

address was given by the Provost of Newcastle, the Very Rev. N. M. Kennaby.

Avete Junior J. W. Flynn. T.P.S. P. A. Heale, J. R. Hesselberth, D. G. Othen, J. D. Kellit.

Valete VIB J. E. Griffiths. IV. C. H. Crawshaw, M. J. Urwin. IIB. J. R. Dresser. I. A. G. Brown, R. F. A. Shotton. T.P.S. J. M. Bamet-Lamb, M. D. Blakey.

The following were appointed Prefects this term. : M. R. Gordon, A. W. Purdue, D. M. Faddy, J. C. Parr.

WHITLEY BAY H O U S E NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller House Captain : B. K. Mason

The House had little success this term in the House Matches. Although we had five members of the team who had played for the School XV we finished third.

We congratulate Parr on being appointed a School Prefect and the follow-ing for their success in the G.C.E., McWhirter, Parr and Williams, C. K.

We were represented on the School XV by Williams, Gibbin, Mason, Parr, Slack and Thom and on the 2nd XV by Urwin and Haddow.

We also congratulate all members of the House who attained high form positions.

TYNEMOUTH H O U S E NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle House Captain : R. M. Dean

In the House Matches we were second to North Shields after a very exciting match with them.

Our representatives on the School XV were Gray, Jackson, M., Jarvis and Dean and on the 2nd XV, Money, Harvey, Rang, J., Ainsworth, Jameson, Matthews, Merrick, P., and Watson, G. S.

We congratulate all those who attained high form positions and the follow-ing for their success in the G.C.E. : Burn, Harper, Jarvis, Purdue and Toombs.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth House Captain : M. R. Gordon

We regret the departure of our former House Captain, W. R. Gair and welcome in his place M. R. Gordon, who together with Faddy was appointed a School Prefect.

In the House Matches we were not so successful as in previous years

and received the "wooden spoon". We were represented on the School XV by Griffiths and Gordon and by

Whiteley who played for the County Under 15. We congratulate those who attained high form positions and Faddy,

Griffiths and Jack on their success in the G.C.E.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fu l l a r t on House Captain : J. B. Oliver

The highlight of this term's activities was the winning of the House Cup. We were represented on the School XV by J. B. Oliver, J. J. Henderson,

Craig and Armstrong and on the 2nd XV by Henderson, A., Ord, Fairless and Cockburn.

Brown, G., Forgie, Harrison, G., Pope, G., and Watson, I., were all successful in the G.C.E. in December.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL Spring Term. 1957

The weather this term was in general much better than usual, nevertheless it was possible to play only four matches, of which three were lost and the last drawn. As before Christmas, the main weakness of the team has been a lack of scoring ability in the three-quarters, the tendency of the scrum-half to hang on to the ball, and the slowness of the pack as a whole in the open and their slow and clumsy handling. The forwards have been at their best when hard-pressed, and inspired by the fine example of Oliver they have often held out when a score seemed inevitable. In March we again competed in the Inter-Schools Seven-a-sides at Morpeth, and were beaten in the first round. The team was : J. B. Oliver, G. V. Gibbin, K. B. Jarvis, J. J. Henderson, R. M. Dean, C. K. Williams, Craig.

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, January 26th).

This game was played in excellent conditions, but though both sides kept the game open, play never reached a high standard. The heeling was slow and the three-quarters too inclined to run across. In the first half School had the advantage of a fairly strong wind, but failed to make use of it ; Dean several times broke through, but either found no one up in support, or a pass went astray. Half-time came with neither side having been able to score. In the second half Whitley Bay did most of the pressing, but Tynemouth were the first to score after a thirty yards' run by Jarvis. Soon after Mason had to leave the field with concussion, but the School forwards, though now one short, began to play with much more fire. Whitley Bay's powerful captain burst through from the School 25 to score. Whitley Bay pressed again and from a set-scrum close to the School line their scrum-half slipped over cleverly. Tynemouth fought back but could not break through the defence. Dean was outstanding among the backs, and Oliver, Jarvis and Williams were the pick of the forwards.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 try, 3 points. Whitley Bay G.S.—1 goal, 1 try, 8 points.

Team : G. V. Gibbin, Mason, Craig, Armstrong, Towers, R. M. Dean, J. J. Henderson, J. B. Oliver, Thom, Parr, Gray, Brown, G. G. C. K. Williams, K. B. Jarvis, Griffiths.

School 1st XV v. Hexham Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Priors' Park on Saturday, February 9th).

For this match several changes had to be made : Craig going to full-back l Griffiths into the centre and Brown and Gordon being brought into the pack. Hexham were heavier forward and so their three-quarters saw much m o r

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of the ball. But Williams harassed their fly-half so effectively that he was constantly forced across the narrow ground and their wing found himself in touch almost before he had received the ball. Hexham scored just before half-time when a centre beat his man and for once the covering forwards had no time to get over. Hexham continued to do most of the attacking, though Dean always looked dangerous, and had the backing-up been better a try or two would have resulted. Hexham's next try was scored by their scrum-half from a scrum on the School line. Hexham pressed again, and the lack of experience in the centre again let in their left centre. School then took play to the Hexham line and Henderson was over, but there had been a previous infringement. Henderson and Dean were both very good, while the forwards all played with great determination and covered well. Williams was excellent in his spoiling, Jarvis in his covering and Oliver in his all-round defence and hard scrummaging.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—nil. Hexham G.S.—1 goal, 2 tries, 11 points.

Team : Craig, Towers, Armstrong, Griffiths, Thom, R. M. Dean, J. J. Henderson, Parr, J. B. Oliver, Jameson, Gray, Gordon, C. K. Williams, Brown, G., K. B. Jarvis.

School 1st XV v. Tynemouth High School 1st XV (Played at the High School on Saturday, March 2nd).

TJiis match was played in excellent conditions and the High School, with a much heavier pack, were able to make full use of their powerful centres and fast right wing. High School scored early on when a centre broke through to hand on to the right wing to run in with ease. High School scored twice more in this half, and but for the slowness of their fly-half would have had several more tries, for Parr, deputising for Williams at open side wing-forward, was failing to drive him across. After half-time School's defence greatly improved : Parr found the angle of approach necessary to force the fly-half across and High School scored only one more try. School forwards, playing better together, often made ground by foot-rushes but when checked failed to get the quick heel. Dean was much the best of the outsides, in attack and defence ; Armstrong also tackled very well. Of the pack Oliver, Jarvis and Gibbin were the best, while Gray and Thom tackled very well.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—nil. Tynemouth High School—4 tries, 12 points.

Team : Slack, Towers, Armstrong, Craig, Jackson, M., R. M. Dean, J. J. Henderson, J. B. Oliver, G. V. Gibbin, Thom, Gray, Gordon, Jameson, K. B. Jarvis, Parr.

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay Grammar School 1st XV (Played in Priors' Park on Saturday, March 16th).

This, the last match of the season, though never producing Rugby of a high class, was fast and exciting, and a draw was a fitting result as neither side was able to establish a clear superiority in any phase. Tynemouth had rather the better of the game in the first half, and Dean made several breaks but found no one in support until just before half-time when Armstrong was there to take his pass and run in for a good try. Whitley Bay, with a somewhat heavier pack, had more of the ball in the later stages but their passing was poor and the covering of Williams and Jarvis was too efficient for them to be able to cross the line. However, after fifteen minutes or so a School forward was off-side and Whitley scored a penalty goal.

Final Score : Tynemouth School—1 try, 3 points. Whitley Bay G.S.—1 goal, 3 points.

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Team : Jackson, M., Thom, Craig, Armstrong, Griffiths, R. M. Dean, J. J. Henderson, J. B. Oliver, G. V. Gibbin, Jameson, Gray, Gordon, C. K. Williams, K. B. Jarvis, Parr.

1st XV CHARACTERS

J. B. Oliver. (Colours, 1955-56-57). A solid scrummager, at his best in defence, particularly in hi; stopping of foot rushes. He has remained rather clumsy in his handling, but has been a very good captain and has often held his side together when they were in danger of being over-whelmed.

C. K. Williams. (Colours, 1955-56-57). Open-side wing-forward, remark-ably quick onto the opposing fly-half: excellent at falling on the ball, and very quick onto the pick-up in the loose to start the three-quarters going.

G. V. Gibbin. (Colours, 1955-56-57). Efficient both as hooker and in his play at the front of the line-out. A good kicker and handler ; covers well in defence, and fast and powerful in attack.

K. B. Jarvis. (Colours, 1956-57). Lock-forward ; covering and tackling excellent, uses his height well in the line-out and is always most aggressive.

G. N. Harper. (Colours, 1955-56). A hard-working second row forward who has not quite fulfilled the promise of last season.

R. M. Dean. (Colours, 1956-57). Converted to fly-half from scrum-half, he has improved rapidly. Handles and kicks well, quick off the mark and with an eye for an opening. Excellent tackier.

J. J. Henderson. (Colours, 1956-57). As scrum-half his greatest asset is his quickness to harass his opposite number, and his toughness in defence. His passes lack length and he is too inclined to hang on to the ball himself.

P. G. Harris. (Colours, 1956). A surprisingly fast and tremendously strong front-row forward. Would be very good indeed if he would only use his strength more scientifically. Utterly fearless in attack and defence.

Armstrong. A fast, determined centre, who should develop into a very good footballer. Handles well and has a good sense of position. Tackling excellent.

Craig. Not really quick enough off the mark for a centre, but once into his stride an elusive runner. His passing is not always above reproach. Defence good.

Gray. A second-row forward whose play has improved out of all recognition. Is handicapped by his short-sightedness, but tackles very well indeed.

Slack. A sound, if not outstanding full-back. Handles and kicks well : quite fearless, but rather slow to get into position.

Parr. His enthusiasm has gone far to make up for his lack of weight as a forward : handles well and is quick in the open : must learn to tackle with the shoulder.

Mason. Though not really fast enough for a wing, he was playing with great determination until his injury put him out of the game.

Towers. A wing three-quarter with a good turn of speed, but still lacking in resolution in attack and defence : must try to improve his handling.

HOUSE MATCHES Seven-a-side matches were played as usual, but this year the innovation

was made of restricting second teams to those qualified to play for the Bantams. This change proved most successful, as it effectually prevented any team from winning by size and weight alone as had frequently happened in the past. Of the Senior teams there was very little in it between North Shields and

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Tynemouth, and the best game was played between these two. North Shields 'ust won by a goal to nil, and in their other two matches they had shown the greater scoring ability. The second teams of these two houses were evenly matched and were considerably stronger than the other two.

Results

Monkseaton II . . 0 v. North Shields II . . 6 Tynemouth II . . 20 v. Whitley Bay II . . . . . . 0 Monkseaton I 0 V. North Shields I . . 13 Tynemouth I 8 V. Whitley Bay I 3 Monkseaton II 0 V. Tynemouth I I . . . . . . 3 North Shields II . . . . . . 26 V. Whitley Bay II . . . . 0

0 . . 15 North Shields I . . 16 V. Whitley Bay I 0 North Shields II . . . . . . 3 V. Tynemouth I I . . . . . . 3 Monkseaton II . . 16 V. Whitley Bay II . . . . . . 0 North Shields I 5 V. Tvnemouth I 0 Monkseaton I . . 0 V. Whitley Bay I . . 12

Final Positions

North Shields Tynemouth . Whitley Bay Monkseaton

SPEECH DAY Mr. Lazenby Pearson, Chairman of the Governors, presided at the Prize-

giving at the Carlton Cinema, Tynemouth, on Saturday, February 16th. In his review the Headmaster referred to the good results of the G.C.E.

at both levels. Two boys, Gair and Laidler, had been awarded State Scholar-ships. This is the first time that two of these scholarships had been won at the same examination. At Advanced Level Gair won two Distinctions and Laidler gained three. The other candidates at this level gained 8 passes. At Ordinary Level 8 boys obtained more than 5 passes and 23 were successful in less than 5 subjects. Some of these boys passed in all the subjects which they took.

After presenting the prizes Mr. R. W. Mann took as his theme the need of young people who would look to the future rather than to the past. We were entering on a new age in which engineers and scientists would be required in great numbers.

P R I Z E S

General Certificate of Education

State Scholarships W. R. Gair D. E. W. Laidler

Advanced Level

45 points 35 points 10 points 6 points

D. R. Barkwill J. A. Dean W. R. Gair D. E. W. Laidler J. C. Sheales C. J. C. Yates

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Ordinary Level (five subjects or over) M. Gray G. W. Harrison A. W. Harper E. M. Jensen C. K. McWhirter H. T. MacPherson A. W. Purdue C. K. Williams

Ordinary Level (under five subjects) G. G. Brown J. H. Burn D. M. Faddy N. R. Forgie M . R. Gordon J. E. H. Griffiths G. N. Harper J. S. Harrison M. J. Hocknell A. E. Hogg M. F. Jack I. M. Mangenie G. G. Pope A. Rowell J. M. A. Slack I. Soulsby G. F. Stenhouse I. M. Toombs R. Warren I. Watson

Stockdale Prizes for Languages W. R. Gair C. K. Williams

F O R M P R I Z E S

V. D. M. Faddy G. G. Brown I. Watson IV. A. M. Hulme D. J. Fanshawe P. M. Merrick III . A. J. Jackson A. D. Hetherington J. P. J. Rang

M. H. Bridges IIA H. M. Purdue B. R. Cockburn R. C. Hay IIB M. A. Lindsay A. H. G. Miller R. C. Lambert I. B. A. Hobson P. Gregory H. Lyall

Juniors (A) D. Christie (B) W. Lomas

Junior Progress Prizes (A) D. R. Riley (B) W. N. Dodds

T.P.S. IIIA H. McCarthy IIIB R. Robinson II. A. Shaw I S. Pugh

T.P.S. Progress Prizes I I I R. Shotton II . D. Hesselberth I. P. Smith

R. P. Clements

G. Williams

S C H O O L O F F I C E R S

Head Boy : J. B. Oliver. Prefects : J. B. Oliver, B. H. Mason, M. Gray, C. K. Williams, G. G. Brown,

G. V. Gibbin, J. J. Henderson, R. M. Dean, M. R. Gordon, A. W. Purdue, D. M. Faddy, J. C. Parr.

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Captain of Football : J. B. Oliver.

House Captains : Tynemouth—R. M. Dean. Monkseaton—M. R. Gordon. Whitley Bay—B. H. Mason. North Shields—J. B. Oliver.

I N M E M O R I A M

JAMES N A P I E R PROCTOR Born March 2nd, 1934 Died December 25th, 1956

M A R T I N J O H N H O C K N E L L Born June 16th, 1939 Died February 25th, 1957

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SUMMER TERM

The Sports were held on Wednesday, May 8th. The prizes were pre-sented by Mrs. Oliver.

Avete

T.P.S. J. C. Barrow, N. C. Clark, F. C. Darrock, M. O. Reay. E. A. Soden-Bird, B. H. Wilson, B. A. White.

Juniors I. R. Gilbert, J. Jaggs, I. G. Anderson.

Valete

VIA J. B. Oliver. Prefect 1954-57. Head Boy 1956-57. XV 1955-57. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (8). (A.L.) 1957 (3). Dux Cup.

B. H. Mason. Prefect 1956-57. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (7). (A.L.) 1957 (3).

A. S. Nicol. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (8). (A.L.) 1957 (2). M. R. Gordon. Prefect 1956-57. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1955 (7).

(A.L.) 1957 (3). C. K. Williams. Prefect 1956-57. XV 1955-57. G.C.E. (O.L.)

1956 (6). VIB R. M. Dean. Prefect 1956-57. XV 1956-57. XI 1956-57. G.C.E.

(O.L.) 1957 (5). J. A. W. Young . G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (3). B. S. Craig. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (3). J. C. Parr. Prefect 1957. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (7). R. Warren. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (2). J. H. Burn. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (4). J. M. A. Slack. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (4). M. F. Jack. Prefect 1956-57. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (4). K. B. Jarvis. XV 1956-57. G. Thom.

V. J. P. H. Bush, E. G. Marshall, J. I. R. Lyall. IV. G. Nelson, I. M. Dawe, P. G. Holloway. I I I . J. R. Davidson, J. F. J. Lambert, J. P. Kirby. IIA. C. F. Dixon, I. M. Page, D. I. Lewis, A. H. G. Miller, D. Dodds. IIB. G. S. Thompson. I. E. Watson, D. L. Heal. Junior M. J. H. Lax, A. Lewis, R. H. Carruthers, S. Burnett. T .P.S. P. R. Page, P. Stokoe, N. A. Bosher, R. G. Kirby, A. M. Traill,

D. C. Moore, J. E. M. Davidson, P. J. Heale, S. J. Hetherington, E. H. Woods, D. P. James.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. R. Fullarton House Captain : J. B. Oliver

This term we say farewell to our House Master, Mr. Fullarton. He joined the Staff in 1939 and then re-joined, after war service, in 1945. We thank him for his work for the House over many years and wish him and Mrs. Fullarton happiness and prosperity in their new life in Derbyshire.

Although we were not successful in winning the House Cup both Oliver and Henderson, J. shared the Senior Sports Cup with Towers of Monkseaton House.

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Craig, Armstrong, Henderson, J., Young, Brown, G., and Jenkins all played for the 1st XI and Askew, Noble and Cameron for the Junior XI.

In the House Matches we were beaten by a strong Tynemouth team in the first round.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle House Captain : R. M. Dean

The House was successful in winning the Sports House Cup by a safe margin over North Shields House.

We were represented on the 1st XI by Dean, Jackson, Appleton, Jarvis and Purdue and on the Junior XI by Matthews, Money and Lambert.

After winning our first round in the House Matches we were beaten in the final by Whitley Bay.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth House Captain : M. R. Gordon

We have been represented on the 1st XI by Smith, I., and Whiteley and on the 2nd XI by Robertson, Harvey, J., Wright, Bridges and Huggan. Towers shared the title of Champion of Sports with Henderson, J. and Oliver, both of North Shields House.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller House Captain : B. H. Mason

In the final of the House Matches we beat Tynemouth by a convincing margin thanks to sound bowling by Thom, Gibbin and Slack and good batting by Thom and Parr.

Our representatives on the 1st XI were Gibbin, Slack and Thom and Haddow and Cameron played regularly on the Junior XI.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS A new record for the 11-14 Long Jump was set up by Matthews. His

15 ft. 1J ins. beat the previous record, set up in 1935 by A. McCaw by 3 ins.

Results Long Jump (over 14) : 1, Towers ; 2, Whiteley ; 3, Jackson, M. Long Jump (11-14) : 1, Matthews ; 2 equal, Hulme, Askew. Long Jump (under 11) : 1, Hood, S. ; 2, McNeill ; 3, Hedworth. Cricket Ball : 1, Appleton ; 2, Jarvis ; 3, Slack. High Jump (11-14) : 1, Matthews ; 2, Hulme ; 3 equal, Smith, G. K., Askew. High Jump (under 11) : 1, Hood, S. ; 2, Squires ; 3, Hunt. One Mile (open) : 1, Henderson, J. ; 2, Oliver ; 3, Towers. Quarter Mile (open) : 1, Oliver ; 2, Henderson, J. ; 3, Parr. 75 yds. (11-14) : 1, Matthews ; 2, Hardy ; 3, Ord. 75 yds. (under 11) : 1, Hood, S. ; 2, Smith, J. R. ; 3, Merrick, M. 75 yds. (Jun. under 6i) : 1, Anderson ; 2, Ramshaw ; 3, Gray, D. 75 yds. (Jun. over 6 | ) : 1, Sturgess ; 2, Riley ; 3, Williams, M. 100 yds. (over 14) : 1, Parr ; 2, Towers ; 3, Dean, R. 75 yds. T.P.S. (upper) : 1, Page ; 2, Pattinson ; 3, Topps. 75 yds. T.P.S. (middle) : 1, Hesselberth ; 2, James ; 3, Wilson. 75 yds. T.P.S. (lower) : 1, H o l t ; 2, Hood ; 3, Slack, R. 220 yds. (under 10) : 1, Lindsay, J. ; 2, Forster ; 3, Purdy.

220 yds. (10-11) : 1, Hood, S. ; 2, Hunt ; 3 equal, Anderson, J., Smith, J. R. High Jump (over 14) : 1, Jackson, M. ; 2, Whiteley ; 3, Bush. 220 yds. (13-14) : 1, Matthews ; 2, Hardy ; 3, Hulme. 220 yds. (12-13) : 1, Green ; 2, Dowsland ; 3, Riley, R. 220 yds. (11-12) : 1, McGugan ; 2, Somerville ; 3, Imison. Half Mile (senior) : 1, Henderson, J. : 2, Oliver ; 3, Mason. Half Mile (junior) : 1, Matthews ; 2, Askew ; 3, Thompson, G. F. 220 yds. (14-15) : 1, Whiteley ; 2, Duncan ; 3, Sutton. 220 yds. (15-16) : 1, Armstrong ; 2, Appleton ; 3, Jameson. 220 yds. (over 16) : 1, Dean ; 2, Towers ; 3, Oliver. School Handicap (under 12) : 1, Barker ; 2 equal, Purdy, Webb. House Relay : 1, Tynemouth. Old Boys' Race : 1, Rowell. School Handicap (over 12) : 1, Hill ; 2, Robinson, R. ; 3, Cameron.

Champion of Sports : Towers, Henderson, J. and Oliver. Middle Cup : Matthews. Junior Cup : Hood, S. House Cup : Tynemouth.

CRICKET 1957

Season 1957 must be considered a rather mediocre one as far as the 1st XI were concerned. It would not be accurate to say that it was a disappointing season for little could be expected of a side which contained only one colour and no member of Form 6a. Most schools seem to suffer "fallow years" and the experience gained by a very young side may well stand them in good stead in seasons to come. In Armstrong, Appleton, Gibbin, Jackson and Smith the School possesses an excellent nucleus for next year.

The opening match against Gosforth was a disaster for the side. Batting first, the School was dismissed for 26 in just under an hour. Gosforth then scored the required runs in fifteen minutes for the loss of two wickets. The next fixture against Whitley Bay brought further disasters. After scoring 94 for the loss of 6 wickets, Whitley dismissed the School for 36 although, thanks to some excellent defence by Young, they did not achieve their victory until the last ball of the match. The next fixture saw a most encouraging win over Hexham. The School batted first and made 65 of which Jackson con-tributed 19 and Slack 17. Hexham were then dismissed for 64, Dean taking 5 for 21. Morpeth, however, completely demolished any hopes of a sudden turn of the tide in the next match by dismissing the School for 62 and then knocking up the required runs in forty minutes. Nevertheless, there was a distinct all-round improvement in the side and a strong Dame Allans XI was held to a draw, the School scoring 60 for 4 in reply to a total of 91 for 5. Gibbin enjoyed a merry knock and scored 23 in as many minutes. In the next match the School lost to Tynemouth High School by 8 wickets. Although Gibbin scored 17 and Jackson 16 the rest of the team could only muster 14 runs between them. An away fixture against Hexham witnessed a marathon piece of defen-sive batting by Armstrong and Appleton, who held the Hexham bowlers at bay for an hour after the School had lost 6 wickets for 26 chasing a target of 130.

The return match with Whitley Bay ended in a draw. Whitley turned a score of 1 for 2 into 93 for 3 thanks to some missed fielding chances. Jackson after bowling throughout the innings scored a fine 38. The Parents XI gave the School their second victory by the margin of one run. In a most thrilling finish Slack and Henderson put on 12 runs for the last wicket, Slack being

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undefeated at the end with 24. The Old Boys' match ended in a draw, although time alone saved the School when Anderson and Hardie proceeded to hit 60 runs in ten minutes after the Old Boys had lost 4 for 20. Rutherford Grammar School proved too strong for the School. After losing 4 wickets for 7, Ruther-ford declared at 81 for 8 and then dismissed the School for 43. Thom alone mastered the strong bowling and remained undefeated with 27. Finally, the classic fixture against the Staff ended in a draw. Armstrong made 40 and Gibbin 32 in the School total of 134 for 9, Mr. Appleby proving to be the most successful bowler with 3 for 24. The Staff somehow managed to hold out, thanks to a splendid 67 not out from Mr. Applegarth. Armstrong returned the remarkable figures of 3 for 0, although Appleton's 4 for 25 represented the real destructive force.

Record books can never tell the whole story of a cricket season. This XI cannot claim any great successes in the record book, yet possibly the indiv-iduals who formed part of it will look back on the season with pleasure. Certainly they were a most cheerful side and their team spirit was excellent. Every member improved during the season in at least one department. In spite of injuries which resulted in the loss of the services of the captain in a number of games the team always pulled together and it was never defeated until the last ball was bowled or the last wicket fell. Finally, congratulations to Whitley Bay for winning the House Cricket Cup after a number of lean years.

Captain : R. Dean. Vice-Captain : Craig, B. Colours : M. Jackson, V. Gibbin. Winning House : Whitley Bay.

May 11th. Home. Lost. School

May 24th. Away. Lost. Whitley Bay . .

(Armstrong 4 for 14) June 1st. Home. Won.

School (Jackson 19, Slack 17)

June 5th. Home. Lost. School

(Gibbin 15, Thom 16) June 12th. Away. Draw.

Dame Allans 2nd XI

June 15th. Home. Lost. School

(Gibbin 17, Jackson 16) June 22nd. Away. Draw.

Hexham G.S (Jackson 4 for 36)

June 29th. Home. Draw. Whitley Bay

June 26th. Home. Win. Parents XI

(Jackson 5 for 53)

. . 26 v.

94 for 6 v.

Gosforth G.S.

School

65 v. Hexham G.S . . . (Dean 5 for 21)

62 v. Morpeth G.S.

91 for 5 v. School (Gibbin 23)

51 v. Tynemouth H.S.

129 for 6 v. School

105 for 3 v. School (Jackson 38, Gibbin

June 27. Home. Draw. School

(Slack 24, Craig 17, Smith 16) July 6th. Home. Lost.

Rutherford .. 81 for 8 v. (Dean 4 for 14)

98 v. School (Jackson 29, Slack

Armstrong 19)

104 v. Old Boys XI

School (Thom 27 n.o.)

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28 for 2

. . 36

. . 64

63 for 3

60 for 4

56 for 2

26 for 9

80 for 7

. . 99 24 n.o.,

81 for 4

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July 17th. Home. Draw. School . . . . 134 for 9 v. Staff XI

(Armstrong 40, Gibbin 32) (Armstrong 3 for 0. Appleton 4 for 25)

91 for 9

Batting

Innings Runs Not Outs Average Jackson 12 152 2 15.2 Gibbin . . 11 134 0 12.2 Thom 11 77 3 9.5 Armstrong 11 79 2 8.8 Jarvis 4 26 1 8.6 Slack 12 73 0 6.1 Smith 6 27 0 4.5

Bowling

Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Average Armstrong 31 6 107 13 8.2 Appleton 42 7 140 10 14.2 Gibbin 12 1 63 6 10.5 Dean 70 11 234 18 13 Jackson 106 23 385 23 16.5

JUNIOR CRICKET 1957

This was a disappointing season. With several of the previous season' players still available hopes were high at the start of term. Unfortunately the side lacked a really hostile fast bowler, and in consequence our opponents were able to compile quite formidable totals which our batting strength, though better than in previous seasons, was not good enough to surpass.

In all ten matches were played, four of which were drawn and the rest lost. During the season there were a number of good individual scores, notably

Harvey's 27 and Noble's 23 against Tynemouth High School. Robertson and Matthews reached the twenties in other matches. Askew's 6 for 40 against Gosforth G.S., 7 for 16 against Ascham House and 7 for 27 against Tynemouth High School showed him to be the only consistent bowler.

The fielding was adequate, Money, Harvey and Askew being worthy of special mention.

With a little more determination better results might have been obtained. Money, Cockburn, Bridges, Cameron and Hunt should do well next season.

Matthews and Askew gained their Junior XI Colours. Finally, a word of thanks to all who helped to make the 1957 season

an enjoyable if not a very successful one, especially to Mr. Applegarth for much time spent coaching at the nets.

Results

v. Gosforth G.S. Tynemouth 6 fo? 3 v. Ascham House Tynemouth 6 for 0 v. Morpeth G.S. Tynemouth 27 v. Ascham House Tynemouth 63 V. Tynemouth H.S. Tynemouth 100 V. Rutherford G.S. Tynemouth 67 V. Dame Allan's Tynemouth 26 for 9 V. Hexham G.S. Tynemouth 53 v. Whitley Bay G.S. Tynemouth 28 for 2 V. R.G.S. Tynemouth 60

Gosforth 106. Drawn. Ascham House 47. Drawn. Morpeth 148 for 4. Lost. Ascham House 64 for 0. Lost. Tynemouth H.S. 101. Lost. Rutherford 73 for 2. Lost. Dame Allan's 82 for 4. Drawn. Hexham 147 for 3. Lost. Whitley Bay 106 for 4. Drawn. R.G.S. 61 for 5. Lost.

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S C H O O L O F F I C E R S

Head Boy : J. B. Oliver.

Prefects : J. B. Oliver, B. H. Mason, M. Gray, C. K. Williams, G. G Brown, G. V. Gibbin, J. J. Henderson, M. R. Gordon, R. M. Dean J. C. Parr, M. F. Jack, A. W. Purdue, D. M. Faddy.

Captain of Cricket : R. M. Dean.

House Captains : Monkseaton—M. R. Gordon. Tynemouth—R. M. Dean. North Shields—]. B. Oliver. Whitley Bay—B. H. Mason.

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AUTUMN TERM We regret the departure of Mr. R. Fullarton and of Mr. E. J. R. Milne.

Mr. Fullarton had been a member of the Staff for over 12 years and was House-master of North Shields House. Mr. Milne had been here for 2\ years.

We welcome to the Staff Mr. K. W. Thurm, B.A., The Queen's College, Oxford and Mr. H. Walker, M.A., Glasgow.

We also regret the departure of Miss J. Davies of the Junior School Staff and welcome Miss P. M. Boyles in her place.

The following were appointed School Prefects this term : S. N. Duncan, D. E. Appleton, R. Armstrong, M. H. Jackson, P. J. Heusser, W. R. Whiteley, D. M. Jenkins, J. L. Towers, D. E. Sutton.

It was with great regret that we heard of the death of Judge J. Charlesworth. Before becoming the Chairman of the School Governors he was the Parents' Representative on the Governing Body. He retired from the Chairmanship on his appointment as a Judge. During his association with the Governors he did much to encourage the growth of the School of which he had once been a pupil.

Avete

IV. J. S. Ketchin, B. A. Watson. I I I . R. N. Dodds. IIA. P. M. Atkinson, R. F. N. Beeny, J. D. Brown, P. V. Gardner, P. J a ry

E. Liddle, D. Morrison, N. Mundy, G. R. Niven, K. Noble, D. H. Peel, J. B. Pike, G. G. Staines, G. E. Thompson, D. A. Walker, J. M. Watson, D. Wood.

IIB. T. A. Ball, J. H. G. Douglas, M. Havis, M. R. Lynch, M. W. Marton, P. W. Morton, P. S. Raynor, F. M. Smith, A. N. L. Brown.

IA. D. Carey, R. S. L-ttlefield, P. G. Neill, T. J. Walker, F. W. Wilkinson. ! B . J. M. Arnold, J. Hardy, C. G. Poison. Junior L. A. Bartley, R. A. H. Chapman, N. R. Gilberg, T. W. Grey, K. J.

McCullough, R. J. Mitchell, N. P. Tait, I. Thompson, G. White, D. H. Fortune, C. S. G. Liddell.

T.P.S. S. G. Anderson, D. E. Baker, V. G. Bruce, D. L. Danger, G. B-Geesin, R. I. Hall, A. M. Harris, R. G. Hickmott, D. T. Jobling* A. Kellitt, D. J. Kent, M. D. Pattison, S. E. Pickles, M. E. Shotton> J. M. Wiles, H. M. B. Young.

Valete

Via. J. J. Henderson. Prefect 1956-57. XV 1956-57. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (4).

G. V. Gibbin. Prefect 1956-57. XV 1955-56-57. XI 1957. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (6).

VIb. D. E. Sutton. Prefect 1957. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (7). J. G. Potter. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (2). R. Sheales. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (6). D. R. Jameson.

V. G. Morton. IV. C. J. Moore. Junior R. A. H. Chapman. R. Nelson.

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TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle House Captain : M. Gray

We regret the departure of last year's House Captain, R. M. Dean and welcome his successor, M. Gray, the Head Boy.

Dean, Appleton, Sutton, Jackson and Rang, H. all had successes in the G.C.E. at Ordinary Level. We congratulate them and also those who achieved high positions in their forms.

We have been represented on the XV by Gray, Jack ;on, Appleton, Sutton and Watson, G. S., and on the Junior team by Rang, J., Money, Purdue, H., Hay and Hannan.

Appleton, Sutton and Jackson were appointed School Prefects.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth House Captain : D. M. Faddy

We regret the departure of last year's House Captain, M. R. Gordon and welcome his successsor, D. M. Faddy.

Our representatives on the XV have been Whiteley, Towers, Hulme and Kitchen and on the Junior team Bridges, Wright and Boag.

M. R. Gordon was successful at Advanced Level and D. M. Faddy had 8 passes at Ordinary Level. We congratulate them and those who attained high form positions.

WHITLEY BAY H O U S E NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller House Captain : G. V. Gibbin

We welcome G. V. Gibbin as successor to last year's House Captain, B. H. Mason.

Mason and Nicol both were successful in the Advanced Level and Parr, Slack, Gibbin and Duncan at Ordinary Level. We congratulate them and all who attained high form positions.

Gibbin, Heusser, Haddow, Hodson and Callender represented us on the School XV and Morton, Hunt, Currie, Goodale, Hudson and Dodds all played for the Junior XV.

NORTH SHIELDS H O U S E NOTES House Master : Mr. C. Gray House Captain : J. J. Henderwon

We congratulate Mr. Gray on becoming our new House Master. On the XV we have been represented by J. J. Henderson, R. Armstrong

and Brown, G. R. Armstrong received his Colours this term. The following were our representatives on the Junior XV : Smith, E.,

Henderson, A., Smith, G. K., Darling and Cockburn.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION

The year 1957 has seen the activities of the Association follow one another in much the same way as in previous years.

After the Annual General Meeting held on January 21st, the Annual Dance was held on the 25th of the same month. In spite of petrol rationing and increased costs the latter function was again most enjoyable and the Com-mittee were pleased to welcome members of the VI Form and Prefects. Special concessions as far as the cost of tickets is concerned are made to these members of the School and we will always be pleased to see them at our Dance.

The Golf Outing was held at Whitley Bay this year and D. Beardall defied the near gale-force wind to finish all square with Bogey and thus become the holder of the Crofton Trophy.

At the Annual Dinner in October, Mr. G. N. Gray, the father of the Head Boy, proposed the toast of the Association in a speech which included some wonderful verse about life at Tynemouth School.

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The Association took the opportunity at the Dinner of presenting to Mr. Ellison a portable wireless set in recognition of his twenty-five years' membership of the Committee, of which twenty-three have been as President.

The membership of the Association is now approaching 500 and I would like to express the wish that all those leaving school during the next twelve months will join us and enhance the traditions of the School and of the Associa-tion.

A . E . SHEARER,

Hon. Secretary

OLD BOYS' NEWS

1956 Honours B.A., Town and Country Planning.

1957 Diploma in Landscape Design. Passed Law Finals. Ph.D., Durham. Honours B.Sc., Durham. 1942 Honours B.Sc., Durham. 1950 M.Sc., Durham. 1953 Honours B.Sc., Durham. 1955 M.Sc., Durham. 1957 Ph.D., Nottingham.

TYNEMOUTH SCHOOL OLD BOYS' ASSOCIATION Report of Secretary of Cricket Club—1957

It is again my pleasure and privilege to submit the Annual Report of Tynemouth School Old Boys' Cricket Club.

Season 1957 turned out to be not our most successful from a playing point of view, although we had our fair quota of victories. Perhaps this was due in part to the difficulty in fielding a balanced XI, as it seemed that the attack was often lacking in variety, and the batting similarly patchy. All through the season, the fielding was on a high plane, and on one or two occasions this was commented upon by our opponents.

However, despite the difficulties experienced by our Captain and Team Secretary the season as a whole was thoroughly enjoyed by all those who played cricket.

The class of cricket played by the Old Boys is that which we feel should appeal to those who play their games for pure enjoyment and who seek their cricket in the less competitive, less arduous and less critical fields, and it is a source of disappointment to the Club that more Old Boys of Tynemouth School do not join us. A very cordial invitation is extended to all those of you who enjoy playing cricket but perhaps do not aspire to League status. Let me assure you that we always have a most attractive fixture list, and visit such places as Allendale, Corbridge, Blagdon Park and many other strongholds of friendly cricket in the County.

During 1957 it was decided to play our home matches at Priors Park, Tynemouth, as an experiment. This decision to transfer from Smith's Park North Shields was not taken lightly by the Cricket Club, but after a very long meeting at which Mr. Ellison presided, it was unanimously agreed to play at Priors Park. In the event, everyone was particularly happy, and with one or two reservations, acclaimed the decision. It is anticipated that Priors Park, Tynemouth, will become our permanent home, provided that a satisfactory arrangement can be reached with the Trustees. I feel that it would be inappro-priate not to place on record the Cricket Club's gratitude to Mr. Ellison for his keen support during the season, and for all that he has done and is doing to assist us in making Priors Park the cricket home of Tynemouth School Old Boys. At the same time, we would like to thank Tynemouth Corporation for the use of Smith's Park during the past years—without which the Cricket Club

W. A. Charlton (1938-41)

W. G. Mayhew (1943-49) J. F. Meredith (1939-50) P. A. Milne (1948-51) J. D. Richards (1932-39)

I. H. Williams (1931-39)

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could well not have been in existence today. By the transfer to Priors Park, it is hoped that more boys just leaving

school will be inclined to join forces with us, as they will be familiar with the surroundings and feel more at home on territory they know. We of the Cricket Club only hope that such will be the case, and that the prospect of running two teams comes more into view.

We look back on 1957 as a milestone in our history, and look forward to 1958 with renewed hope and anticipation.

TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL

School activities throughout the year have taken their usual course, although a visitor in July provided a difference. Mrs. Forster, the Northern Organiser for Dr. Barnardo's Homes, presented the School with a Certificate in recog-nition of the work done for the children of the Homes. The annual Box Opening in December realised £26. Toys this year were sent to the Newcastle Centre.

An Open Day was held in July, when an entertainment was presented for parents. The programme consisted of displays of physical education, folk dancing, dramatised nursery rhymes and songs. A mime (with narration) of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" proved very successful, as did the play, " T h e Princess and the Swineherd".

The Form II I outing this year was probably the most successful ever held. The term's work had led up to it, and it was with great enthusiasm that the party set out to look at Roman remains on a perfect day. Chesters was visited and the Mithraic Temple before visiting Housesteads and its milecastle. Tea was served at the Guest House at Twice Brewed. It is worthy of note that after this excursion the game during the morning break became Romans v. Brigantes.

The Harvest Festival Service was conducted by the Rev. G. Selby Bell of St. John's, Monkseaton. The fruit was sent to the Stannington Children's Sanatorium as usual.

The party on the last day of term proved as enjoyable as ever to the children, the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison and the Staff.

Prizewinners for the year :— Form I. Julian Brown. Progress : A. Milner. Form II. Diane James Progress : G. Wilson

Patricia Smith Form III . Jacqueline Heale Progress : D. Hesselberth

A. G. L. Williams H .G.G.

THE SIXTH FORM DANCE

For the second year in succession this dance was held at the Bath Assembly Rooms, Tynemouth, on Monday, December 23rd. It is hoped that it will become an annual event.

An added novelty this year was an hour of 'jiving' to a local jazz band, and for the rest of the evening a hundred and forty-two dancers, including masters and their wives and a number of Old Boys, enjoyed the more peaceful music of the regular band.

The Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison and their party joined us and Mrs. Ellison presented the spot prizes.

Considering the small number of boys eligible to attend it was a very well-attended dance which ended at 1 a.m. with the singing of "Auld Lang Syne".

We thank Mr. Crawshaw, one of the School Governors, for the use of his Premises and the members of the Dance Committee for all their hard work.

M.G.

THE LITERARY SOCIETY In November 1957 a new school society was formed—the Literary Society.

As the name implies it covers a very wide range of subjects, from drama and

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poetry to quizzes and debates, mock trials, elections and lectures by invited speakers.

The first meeting of the society was held on November 28th, when the Headmaster was chosen as President. The members elected were M. Gray as Chairman, D. M. Faddy as Secretary and A. W. Purdue, G. W. Harrison and M. H. Bridges as the Committee. Mr. Thurm and Mr. Walker were invited to join the Committee in an advisory capacity.

Two plays have been read and it is hoped to present a play in public later. On January 23rd, a Burns' Supper was held in the Hall. A prominent

item on the menu was the traditional 'Haggis' which was a strange but delicious innovation for most of the Sassenachs present. Songs, speeches and poems all added to the enjoyment of the evening. The success of the Burns' Supper makes us hope that it will become an annual event.

It is not uncommon for societies of this kind to peter out through lack of support, but we are confident that this one will prosper if the initial enthusi-asm and good attendance are maintained. Boys in the three top forms are invited to join and we guarantee to give interest, entertainment and pleasure.

D.M.F.

SENIOR RUGBY FOOTBALL Autumn Term, 1957

The first part of the 1957-58 season has been very disappointing ; in fact we have not yet won a game. This, rather dismal, record is largely the result of two main causes : youth and unfitness. To begin the season, we had only a small nucleus of experienced and mature players, round which to build the 1st XV. For the most part therefore, the team had to consist of youthful players who lacked the requisite experience in senior football, and also were rather frail physically when compared with other teams.

In many of the games we were on level terms, or thereabouts, at half-time, but in the second half we seemed to wilt and the points were run up against us then. This failure to stay the course can be attributed to, first of all, the lack of stamina due to youth, but it is also a symptom of unfitness. Players can only make themselves fit by a determined effort to train hard when away from school. A greater degree of fitness would have swung the balance against our opponents in several matches.

Perhaps a contributory factor to our failure to win was the fact that we had to convert our best forward, Gibbin, into a full-back. He performed well in that position, but his power and leadership were sadly missed in the pack. He was nominated as a playing reserve in the County All-age Trial at Gosforth, but received only very perfunctory attention from the selectors, and was thus passed over.

R. Armstrong was awarded his 1st XV Colours for his very sound play at centre-threequarter.

We are very sorry to lose the services of Gibbin and Henderson, who left school at the end of the term. Gibbin proved a very good captain who strove wholeheartedly, by word and example, to drive the team to victory. Henderson played a valiant part in the fifteen's efforts and despite the heavy punishment he often took, he never lost his aggressiveness and buoyancy.

K.T.

School 1st XV v. Bedlington Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, September 14th).

With only two Colours and two other regular members of last season's XV left as a nucleus, the team for this match was largely experimental. Though conditions were ideal, neither side showed much sign of skill or constructive play and there was little Rugby worthy of the name played. Bedlington

' were heavier and played with more determination than the School : their passing was better, and, as a result of this and irresolute tackling, scored three easily preventable tries in the first half, whereas the School never looked

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dangerous. School improved in the second half and before long Towers for the first time received a pass when he had some room to move in and scored wide out. Bedlington then scored twice more. School did most of the attacking towards the end and Gibbin, moving out of the scrum, made a lot of ground more than once and just before time he burst through and scored between the posts for Henderson to convert. Gibbin was easily the best of the team, while Jameson went hard from start to finish and Gray tackled well.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 goal, 1 try, 8 points. Bedlington G.S., 5 tries, 15 points.

Team : Milner, Kitchen, Callender, J., Thompson, G. F., Towers, Armstrong, J. J. Henderson, Appleton, G. V. Gibbin, Heusser, Gray, Hulme, Jameson, Brown, G. G., Fletcher.

School 1st XV v. Whitley Bay Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, September 21st)

As a result of the 'flu epidemic Whitley Bay turned up with only 11 men> while the School had 13 and two reserves ; these were lent to Whitley Bay and the match was played 13 a side. There was still light rain falling after a tor-rential downpour during the night, so that the ball was difficult to handle and there was little constructive play from the backs, whose task was made even more difficult by the slow heeling from the scrums and line-outs. School scored a good try after ten minutes, when Henderson broke away from a set-scrum, cut inside their fly-half and the ball went quickly from him to Jackson, Armstrong and Towers for the last named to score. This was the only real three-quarter movement of the game. Till half-time Whitley Bay never looked like scoring, but in the second half did much more attacking and from a five yards' scrum their scrum half slipped over. School played much better than in the first match, but with the exception of Gibbin, Armstrong, Gray and Jackson no one attempted to tackle properly and there was far too much hesi-tancy in falling on the ball. The forwards were still not together as a pack, though Jameson and Appleton did much good work individually.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 try, 3 points. Whitley Bay G.S., 1 try, 3 points.

Team : G. V. Gibbin, Kitchen, Hodson, Armstrong, Towers, Jackson, M., J. J. Henderson, Fletcher, Appleton, Potter, Hulme, Jameson, Gray.

School 1st XV v. Hexham Grammar School 1st XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, October 5th).

The School, though if anything slightly heavier forward than Hexham, were from the start clearly outclassed behind the scrum. Henderson was unable to play and Hodson, his deputy, had an unhappy time : as scrum-half is not his usual position, this was hardly surprising. Hexham scored two tries and two penalty goals in the first half and four tries and two penalties in the second. Though there was never any hope of the School avoiding defeat, it is only fair to say that they played hard till the final whistle, but with little skill and not enough fire. Gibbin was easily the best player in the team, while Armstrong and Whiteley played well. A team in which there is a general reluctance to fall on the ball will inevitably have many tries scored against it.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil. Hexham G.S., 4 penalty goals, 6 tries, 30 points.

Team : Haddow, Callender, J., Armstrong, Whiteley, Towers, Jackson, M., Hodson, Potter, Watson, G. S., G. V. Gibbin, Gray, Brown, G., Jameson, Fairless, Fletcher.

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School 1st XV v. Morpeth Grammar School 2nd XV (Played at Morpeth on Saturday, October 12th).

Even allowing for the fact that the School was not at full strength, and that a wet surface made handling difficult, the team gave a lamentable display. Morpeth scored four tries in the first half, the first three of which could easily have been prevented by any one of at least half a dozen of the School side who was prepared to fall on the ball. The fourth try was the result of excellent handling by the Morpeth backs, but even so the wing should have been brought down short of the line. School improved in the second half and Morpeth scored only once more through a penalty, while Whiteley was once only just beaten to the touch-down after a long dribble. Armstrong had a blow over the eye early on, but though seeing double he continued to play—in the pack where he was easily the best forward.

The performance of the team as a whole was summed up by the referee who at half-time remarked that at times Gibbin appeared to be playing Morpeth single-handed.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil. Morpeth G.S., 1 penalty goal, 4 tries, 15 points.

Team : Haddow, Kitchen, Armstrong, Hodson, Towers, Whiteley, J. J. Henderson, Heusser, Appleton, Watson, G. S., Gray, G. V. Gibbin, Jameson, Fairless, Fletcher.

School 1st XV v. D a m e Allan's 2nd XV (Played at Dame Allan's on Saturday, October 26th).

School had the better of the opening exchanges and within five minutes Jackson, from a quick heel, made a half-break and passed to Armstrong who burst through for a very good try. School continued to press, but for the rest of the game Jackson always took his passes running towards the scrum. Armstrong was inevitably drawn in with him and the Dame Allan's defence had little difficulty in preventing him from getting through. School continued to press and Jackson kicked a penalty goal. Dame Allan's took play to near the School line and they in their turn were presented with an easy penalty. After half-time Dame Allan's forwards played with much more life, and taking the ball down to near the School line scored two tries by a forward throwing himself over the line. From a line-out School attacked again and Jackson dropped a good goal. School played much better in this match and some of the covering and tackling was good, but the three-quarters never moved smoothly, and failed to make use of Armstrong's thrust and skill.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 1 penalty goal, 1 dropped goal, 1 try, 9 points.

Dame Allan's School, 1 penalty goal, 2 tries, 9 points. Team : G. V. Gibbin, Callender, J., Armstrong, Towers, Sutton,

Jackson, M., J. J. Henderson, Heusser, Appleton, Fletcher, Hulme, Potter, Jameson, Gray, Whiteley.

School 1st XV v. R.G.S. 2nd XV (Played at the R.G.S. on Wednesday, November 20th).

As the score suggests, this was a one-sided game. The R.G.S. team was too strong in every department for the School and scored at regular intervals. To their credit the School never gave up trying and tackled valiantly throughout, but could not match the speed of the R.G.S. three-quarters. Fortunately, the R.G.S. had no goal kicker or the score would have been much higher.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil. R.G.S., 2 goals, 10 tries, 40 points.

Team : Whiteley, Towers, R. Armstrong, Callender, J., Sutton, Jackson, M., J. J. Henderson, Appleton, G. V. Gibbin, Watson, G. S., Heusser, Fairless, Jameson, Haddow, Fletcher.

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School 1st XV v. Tynemouth High School (Played at the High School on Saturday, November 16th).

The School could not match the speed and strength of the High School's backs and were comfortably beaten. The High School had a very lively scrum-half whose ability to get the ball away to his backs swiftly and securely was the main cause of the many gaps which developed in the School's defence. The school played pluckily in defence where Armstrong tackled bravely time and time again. While the High School scored at fairly regular intervals through orthodox tries, a very good dropped goal and two simple penalties (for offside) the School's only chances were two long range penalties taken by Jackson and Gibbin which nearly scored. Then, in the last ten minutes, Gibbin moved from full-back to forward and immediately the School began to revive. First, Gibbin scored a spectacular solo try ; then Armstrong followed up a forward rush and scored : both tries were beautifully converted by Jackson. So the game ended with the School in the ascendancy, but by then their effort was too late.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 2 goals, 10 points. Tynemouth High School, 2 goals, 2 penalty goals, 4 tries,

28 points. Team : G. V. Gibbin, Sutton, Armstrong, Callender, J., Towers, Jackfon, Mo

J. J. Henderson, Watson, G. S., Appleton, Haddow, Fairless, Gray, Jameson, Whiteley, Fletcher.

School 1st XV v. Morpeth Grammar School 2nd XV (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, December 7th).

The School were without Whiteley and Henderson, and Gibbin had to try his hand at scrum-half—not very successfully for the first ten minutes or so during which he was caught off-side several times. However during the course of the game he did give Jackson a number of passes quick and long enough to give him a chance to elude the opposition. Morpeth were from the outset clearly the better and more dangerous side, but scored only once in the first half when inefficient tackling let through their three-quarters. School began well after half-time and Jackson all but scored, but in doing so foolishly gave away a penalty. School then went through a bad patch and Morpeth scored four more tries, one the result of very good play by their fly-half, and one a push-over try. Of the outsides Jackson played well in the first half and often gained ground by good kicks, as did Armstrong, who, however, was less effective than usual in the second half as he was dazed after a heavy tackle he made. The forwards as a whole did as well as could be expected : Appleton and Gray led a number of foot rushes and once Appleton gained forty yards by this method. Jameson was quite good in the line-out and his covering and tackling were really excellent. As usual, Gibbin in addition to playing scrum-half had to cover up the ineffective or non-existent tackling of the wings and one centre.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, nil. Morpeth G.S., 1 goal, 4 tries, 17 points.

Team : Fletcher, Sutton, R. Armstrong, Callender, J., Kitchen, Jackson, M. , G. V. Gibbin, Watson, G. S., Appleton, Fairless, Haddow, Scott, G., Jameson, Gray, Heusser.

School 1st XV v. Tynemouth High School 1st XV. (Played at Percy Park on Saturday, December 14th).

This was a game which the School ought to have won, but instead, threw away. The School began as if they intended to score at least fifty points before half-time, and after only five minutes Gibbin scored a try which Jackson converted. Gradually, however, the pack began to falter, and as the High School got more of the ball they mounted more and more attacks until just before half time they scored a try which was unconverted. Leading 5-3 at the

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change round, the School again attacked furiously and won a scrum five yards from the High School line. A scrum infringement gave Jackson a chance to kick a simple goal, so the School led 8-3 and it looked as though the first win of the season was to be registered ; the School pack began to tire and the High School forwards took command and soon added three tries to lead 12-8. The final blow to the School's hopes came when a defender kicked the ball into the hands of an unmarked winger who strolled over for the try which made the score 15-8 in the High School's favour. The School attacked now strenuously and Armstrong scored a try which Jackson converted to narrow the gap to two points. There was only a minute or so to go and the High School held firm until norside, having gained a well-merited win. The staying power of their forwards was the deciding factor in a very close match.

Final Score : Tynemouth School, 2 goals, 1 penalty goal, 13 points. Tynemouth High School, 5 tries, 15 points.

Team : Whiteley, Callendar, R. Armstrong, Sutton, Kitchen, Jackson, M., J. J. Henderson, Appleton, G. V. Gibbin, Watson, G. S., Gray, Hulme, Jameson, Haddow, Fletcher.

SCHOOL OFFICERS

Head Boy : M. Gray.

Prefects : M. Gray, A. W. Purdue, D. M. Faddy, G. G. Brown, S. N. Duncan, D. E. Appleton, J. J. Henderson, G. V. Gibbin, R. Arm-strong, M. H. Jackson, P. J. Heusser, W. R. Whiteley, D. M. Jenkins, J. L. Towers, D. E. Sutton.

Captain of Football : G. V. Gibbin.

House Captains : North Shields—J. J. Henderson. Tynemouth—M. Gray. Whitley Bay—G. V. Gibbin. Monkseaton—D. M. Faddy.

T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L M A G A Z I N E

SPRING T E R M

S C H O O L N O T E S Speech Day was held on Saturday. February 15th. at the Carlton Cinema,

Tynemouth. The prizes were presented by Mr. J. R. Bartlett. In the morning a Service was held at Holy Saviour Church at which the

address was given by the Rev. D. R. Lunn, an Old Boy of the School. D. S. Hulme and G. Fletcher were appointed School Prefects.

Avete G. A. Leckie. K. V. Toogood, P. J. B. Bell, D. J. B. Bell, R. H. Oxnard, S. J. Watson.

J. M. Brown, C. R. Paterson, D. M. Turnbull.

Valete A. W. E. Hill. P. W. Doak. H. V. Y. Hvistendahl, P. T. Anderson. J. C. Barrow, H. R. Mills.

MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth House Captain : D. M. Faddy

We were represented on the XV by Towers, Whiteley, Hulme and Kitchen and on the Junior XV by Bridges, Wright, Boag and Watson, J.

We congratulate Hulme on his success at Ordinary Level and all who gained high form positions.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. C. Gray House Captain : R. Armstrong

This term R. Armstrong succeeded J. J. Henderson as House Captain and G. Fletcher was appointed a School Prefect.

We were second in the House Matches, losing only one game. We were represented on the XV by R. Armstrong, Fletcher, Brown, G., Fairless, Ord and Jenkins, and on the Junior XV by Henderson, Smith, G. K., Darling, Smith, E., Cockburn, Mackay and Lindsay. Henderson, Smith, G. K. and Darling were awarded their Junior Colours.

We congratulate Brown, G. and Armstrong on obtaining extra passes in the December G.C.E. and those who obtained high form positions.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller House Captain : S. N. Duncan

We welcome S. N. Duncan, as successor to last year's House Captain G. V. Gibbin.

In the House Matches we had little success. Although Heusser, Hodson, Callender and Haddow all played for the XV we finished third. Hunt, Goodale and Dodds all played for the Junior XV.

We congratulate Parr, Gibbin, Duncan and Sheales on their successes in G.C.E.

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Juniors

T.P.S.

III . Ia. Juniors T.P.S.

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TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle House Captain : M. Gray

This has been a most successful term for the House in all branches of school activities. For the first time in eight years we won the House Cup, the senior team not having a point scored against them and the junior team only losing one match.

Gray, Jackson, M., Appleton and Watson, G. played for the XV and Rang, J., Money, Purdue, H., Hay and Hannan for the Junior XV.

Sutton, Appleton and Jackson all gained successes in the December G.C.E.; we congratulate them and those who gained high places in their forms.

RUGBY : Season 1957-1958 Spring Term Owing to the wintry conditions which prevailed throughout this part of

the season it was only possible to play two games. In the first we were heavily defeated on a mud-heap of a pitch by a very strong Hexham G.S. side. They ran up 50 points against us and we were never in the game from the start.

At the end of the season we played against Valley Gardens, a school playing rugby for the first time. We sent a weakened team and won by 15-8.

R. Armstrong succeeded G. V. Gibbin as captain of the 1st XV.

C H A R A C T E R S G. V. Gibbin. He was a very able captain and scrum leader who led the

team by his example, as well as by his voice. He was an extremely good forward, strong and ruthless, and he could play effectively at full-back where his fierce tackling was outstanding.

R. Armstrong. He played well at all times though he was plagued by injuries. His tackling and ability to see an opening were sorely missed when he left, as he was easily the best centre in the school.

M. Jackson. Quite a capable fly-half, his kicking was particularly good and his speed and acceleration made him our best attacking player. Had he been more determined and a better tackier he would have been very good indeed.

J. J. Henderson. A very tough scrum-haif, resilient and pugnacious. He never played as well as he might yet he persisted in running with the ball instead of kicking or passing it.

J. L. Towers. A strong runner but a weak tackier. He never made the most of his speed, for his positional play was poor.

D. Appleton. A very useful member of the pack ; he played some hard games and was always ready to tackle and fall on the ball when necessary. His one fault is to kick the ball when to run with it would be better.

R. Whiteley. A good fast wing-forward. His tackling was sound and he was always up on the ball when needed. In times of emergency he made a valiant full-back.

M. Gray. He made a useful contribution to the forwards and always tackled well. He worked hard throughout each game and despite his slowness did all that was expected of him.

S P E E C H D A Y The Chairman of the Governors, Mr. Lazenby Pearson, presided at the

Prizegiving at the Carlton Cinema on Saturday, February 15th. In his review the Headmaster spoke of the newly-introduced entrance examination which had brought into the school quite a large number of able boys. He also spoke of the intention to have a second stream which would allow boys with little language ability to concentrate on other subjects for the G.C.E. In the G.C.E. of 1958 the five candidates at Advanced Level all passed. 32 boys were success-ful at Ordinary Level, 10 gaining 5 passes or over.

Councillor J. R. Bartlett of Newcastle upon Tyne presented the prizes. In the course of his address he urged the study of the classical languages as the best foundation for later more-specialised work. He said that the strength and virtue of our country lay not in its conformity but in its unconformity. Experience was the greatest teacher of all.

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P R I Z E S

General Certificate of Education Advanced Level

W. R. Gair B. H. Mason M. R. Gordon A. S. Nicol J. B. Oliver

Ordinary Level (5 subjects or over) D. E. Appleton G. G. Brown R. M. Dean S. N. Duncan D. M. Faddy

G. V. Gibbin J. C. Parr R. Sheales D. E. Sutton I. Watson

Ordinary Level (under 5 subjects) R. Armstrong B. S. Craig M. Gray G. W. Harrison J. J. Henderson A. M. Hulme J. A. W. Young

M. F. Jack M. H. Jackson J. G. Potter H. J. Rang J. M. A. Slack R. Warren

Stockdale Prize for Languages G. G. Brown D. M. Faddy R. Sheales

F O R M P R I Z E S

Stockdale Prize for Languages V. A. M. Hulme IV. A. D. Hetherington I I I . H. M. Purdue Ila. P. M. Hardy l ib . P. Gregory I. J. A. Lindsay

M. McF. Burgess

Juniors (A) W. N. Dodds (B) I. M. Jobey

Progress Prizes (A) N. B. Cooper (B) D. W. Patterson

T.P.S. I I I . P. J. Heale II . D. R. James I. J. D. G. Brown

Progress Prizes I I I . D. Hesselberth II . G. R. P. Wilson I. A. McK. Milner

M. H. Bridges

M. A. Lindsay B. A. Hobson R. P. Clements

D. Christie

I. K. Robertson

J. R. Smith J. R. Robinson

A. G. L. Williams P. S. Smith

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S C H O O L O F F I C E R S

Head Boy : M. Gray.

Prefects : M. Gray, A. W. Purdue, D. M. Faddy, G. G. Brown, S. N. Duncan, D. E. Appleton, R. Armstrong, M. H. Jackson, W. R. Whiteley, D. M. Jenkins, J. L. Towers, A. M. Hulme, G. Fletcher.

House Captains : Tynemouth—M. Gray. Monkseaton—D. M. Faddy. Whitley Bay—S. N. Duncan. North Shields—R. Armstrong.

I N M E M O R I A M

DENNIS NEIL WATT Born September 8th, 1932 Died March 9th, 1958

CLIVE KIMPSTER WILLIAMS Born October 24th, 1939 Died August 5th, 1958

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SUMMER T E R M

The Sports were held on Wednesday, May 14th. The prizes were pre-sented by Mrs. Gray. This year, for the first time, the Junior School at Tyne-mouth and the Tynemouth Preparatory School at Monkseaton competed for their own Shield which was won by the Preparatory School.

Avete IA. J. J. McMullen. Juniors I. N. Thompson, W. J. Stockdale. T.P.S. R. D. Mayland, S. L. Wilson, J. C. M. Clough, B. J. Marshall,

T. R. Pollard, S. A. Ridley.

Valete M. Gray. Prefect 1956-8. Head Boy 1957-8. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (7).

(A.L.) 1958 (2). Dux Cup. G. W. Harrison. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1956 (7). (A.L.) 1958 (3). R. Armstrong. Prefect 1957-8. XV 1957-8. XI 1958.

G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (3). 1958 (4). M. J. B. Harvey. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1958 (3). M. H. Jackson'. Prefect 1957-8. XI 1957, 1958. XV 1958-8.

G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (1). 1958 (1). H. G. J. Rang . G.C.E. (O.L.) 1957 (4). 1958 (1). J. L. Towers. Prefect 1957-8. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1958 (2). G. Fletcher. Prefect 1958. G.C.E. (O.L.) 1958 (2). P. J. Heusser. J. A. Callender. R. Coase. C. A. Lambert. G. E. Thompson, B. A. Hobson, A. F. McNeill, P. Gregory. P. S. Rayner. D. R. Hesselberth, A. G. L. Williams. D. F. Wilford, W. N. Dodds, I. R. Gilbert, M. D. Blakey. D. H. Pickles, D. Swinden, S. J. Stanley, F. E. Hickmott, J. P. Geesin,

C. A. Baker, D. M. Jewitt, P. M. Pattison, L. M. Nattrass, R. F. Gray.

MONKSEATON H O U S E NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unsworth House Captain : D. M. Faddy

We were represented on the XI by Whiteley, Harvey, Robertson and Smith, I., and on the Junior XI by Huggan, Wright and Boag. We were runners-up for the Sports Cup after leading in the track events and we con-gratulate Towers on sharing the Senior Cup for the second year, this time with Jackson of Tynemouth House.

In the final of the Cricket Cup we lost to Tynemouth House.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller House Captain : S. N. Duncan

We were represented on the XI by Heusser and on the Junior XI by Hunt and Cameron both of whom received their Colours. In three Junior matches Hunt had the remarkable performance of 17 wickets for 20 runs.

On Sports Day Duncan won both the Mile and the Half-Mile. We con-gratulate those who achieved high positions in their forms.

VIA.

VIB.

V. IV. I I I . IIA. IIB. I. Junior T.P.S.

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NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. C. Gray House Captain : R. Armstrong

We have been represented on the XI by Armstrong, Jenkins, Smith, G. K., Thompson, Noble and Askew. Armstrong received his Colours. Askew, Cockburn and Mackay played for the Junior XI. In the House Matches we reached the final and won the Cup by defeating Monkseaton House.

The climax of the activities of the House was a most enjoyable outing to Holy Island and Bamburgh on the last Friday of term.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle House Captain : M. Gray

This term we came very near to creating a new record by winning the House Shield, the Sports Cup for the second year in succession (Jackson sharing the Senior Cup with Towers of Monkseaton House) and narrowly failing to win the Cricket Cup.

Our representatives on the XI were Jackson, M. (Captain), Appleton, Purdue, A. and Matthews. Money, Rang, J. and Purdue, H. played for the Junior XI.

S C H O O L S P O R T S This year a beautiful silver cup was presented to the School for the

individual winner of the 100 yards race. The donor was an Old Boy, Mr. H. F. M. Baker, who set up the record in 1924 which has only been equalled once and never beaten. This year's winner was Towers to whom the Cup was presented by Mrs. Baker, the mother of the donor.

Stanley set up new records in the 75 yds. under 11 and the 220 yds. under 10.

Results Long Jump (over 14) : 1, Jackson ; 2, Armstrong ; 3, Jenkins. Long Jump (11-14) : 1, Wright ; 2, Green ; 3, Smith, E. Long Jump (under 11) : 1, Smith, R. A. ; 2, Lindsay, J. ; 3, Stanley. Cricket Ball : 1, Appleton ; 2, Whiteley ; 3, Armstrong. High Jump (11-14) : 1, Wright ; 2, Purdue, H. j 3, Smith, E. High Jump (under 11) : 1, Alcock : 2, Carey ; 3, Stanley. One Mile (open) : 1, Duncan ; 2, Towers ; 3, Henderson. Quarter Mile (open) : 1, Armstrong ; 2, Towers ; 3, Matthews. 75 yds. (11-14) : 1, Green ; 2, Wright ; 3, Money. 75 yds. (under 11) : 1, Stanley ; 2, Litdefield ; 3, Sturgis. 100 yds. (over 14) : 1, Towers ; 2, Jackson ; 3, Whiteley. 220 yds. (under 10) : 1, Stanley ; 2, Forster ; 3, Carey. 220 yds. (10-11) : 1, Lindsay, J. ; 2, Littlefield ; 3, Purdy. High Jump (over 14) : 1, Jackson ; 2, Matthews ; 3, Whiteley. 220 yds. (13-14) : 1, Wright ; 2, Green ; 3, Money. 220 yds. (12-13) : 1, Smith, E. ; 2, McGugan ; 3, Lambert, R. 220 yds. (11-12) : 1, Rayner ; 2, Hood ; 3, Hunt. Half Mile (senior) : 1, Duncan ; 2, Brown G. ; 3, Henderson. Half Mile (junior) : 1, Wright ; 2, Cockburn ; 3, Smith, E. 220 yds. (14-15) : 1, Matthews ; 2, Dodds ; 3, Hulme. 220 yds. (15-16) : 1, Whiteley ; 2, Milner ; 3, Callender. 220 yds. (over 16) : 1, Towers ; 2, Jackson ; 3, Fletcher. School Handicap (under 12) : 1, Williams ; 2, Carey ; 3, Lindsay. House Relay : 1, Monkseaton. Old Boys' Race : 1, Rowel). School Handicap (over 12) : 1, Henderson ; 2, Morrison; 3, Martin, Cockburn. Parents' Race : 1, Mr. Duncan.

Champion of Sports : Jackson, M., Towers. Middle Cup : Wright. Junior Cup : Stanley. House Cup : Tynemouth.

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SENIOR CRICKET 1958

The weather drastically reduced the fixtures of the First XI during the late season. Only eight matches were played and the team went through the short season undefeated apart from the resounding defeat suffered at the hands of the staff. Thus from the point of view of results the season was not an unprofitable one. This was mainly due to the leadership of the captain, Jackson, who inspired the team with his own determination to fight to the bitter end. On many occasions he bowled throughout the innings and his bowling figures often failed to do justice to his herculean efforts. The team made up for its technical weaknesses by its fighting qualities and most batsmen could be relied upon to offer stiff resistence even if their batting lacked polish. All credit is due to the team considering the fact that the majority of the members were well under the age of sixteen. The next few seasons should see a gradual raising of the age of the team as these young players mature.

Confidence in the future is also possible because the School now has the services of an honorary coach, Mr. I. C. Noble, captain of the Backworth Cricket Club. During the season Mr. Noble coached the younger members of the team and their marked improvement during the season was a tribute to his skill and to his efforts.

The opening match of the season against Hexham Grammar School witnessed a most exciting finish. The visitors made 92 for 6 and then captured eight school wickets for 28 runs. However, a fighting stand by Purdue and Matthews took the score to 45 before the close of play. A Wednesday ficture against Morpeth found the school bowlers toiling on a batsman's wicket while the home batsmen made merry with a score of 129 for 3. The School replied with 42 for 6 although several wickets were thrown away by the ealy batsmen attempting to go for quick runs. The next fixture against Whitley Bay Gram-mar School was a similar story. The visitors made 78 for 5 and the School replied with 45 for 6. However, when stumps were drawn Whiteley had 16 runs to his credit and Matthews 11 runs and for the first time in the season runs were coming easily.

The next fixture was the visit of the local rivals, Tynemouth High School, and the older members of the team remembered the numerous defeats which the School had suffered at their hands during recent seasons. But to the surprise of all the pessimists the High School were dismissed for a mere 42 runs, Armstrong returning the fantastic analysis of 6 wickets for 2 runs, while Jackson returned 4 for 14. The School passed the total for the loss of 4 wickets, Jackson having an undefeated 25 at the close.

Inspired by this success, the School routed the Parents in the following match. The Parents batted an hour for 35, Jackson taking 4 for 10, and Appleton 5 for 13. This total was passed for the loss of one wicket, Jackson scoring 22 not out. The annual struggle against the Old Boys again ended in a draw. The Old Boys made 93 for 7 while the School made 59 for 4, thanks to a partnership of 55 by Armstrong and Noble. The final fixture against the Royal Grammar School ended in a draw although it should be noted that the opponents fielded 1st XI players including the captain of the 1st XI who scored an undefeated 52. The School made 95 while the Royal Grammar School made 81 without loss before time was called.

The other fixture of the season was against the Staff. Fielding the strongest side for many years the Staff amply revenged themselves for previous humiliations at the hands of the School in the early fifties. The School were dismissed for 52, Mr. Stephenson taking 7 for 12. The Staff then made 113 for five in just under an hour, H. Craney scoring a faultless 65 and Mr. Noble 39. In the second innings the School could only make 28, Mr. Applegarth taking 5 for 10 and Mr. Gray 5 for 15.

North Shields won the Cricket Championship defeating Tynemouth in the opening round and Monkseaton in the final.

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House Championship : North Shields. Colours : M. Jackson (1957), R. Armstrong, W. R. Whiteley. Captain : M. Jackson, Vice-Captain : R. Armstrong. Scorer : D. M. Faddy.

May 10th. Home. Draw. Hexham G.S

June 4th. Away. Draw. Morpeth G.S.

June 7th. Home. Draw. Whitley Bay G.S.

Results

92 for 6

129 for 3

78 for 5

June 14th. Home. Win. Tynemouth High School

(Armstrong 6 for 2 ; Jackson 4 for 14)

June 25th. Home. Win. Parents

(Jackson 4 for 10 ; Appleton 5 for 13)

June 26th. Home. Draw. Old Boys

School .. .. 45 for 2 (Purdue 11 n.o.)

School .. .. 43 for 6 (Jackson 18)

School .. .. 45 for 6 (Whiteley 16 n.o. ; Matthews 11 n.o.)

42 School .. .. 46 for 4 (Jackson 25 n.o.)

35 School .. .. 38 for 1 (Jackson 22 n.o.)

July 14th. Home. School

Staff July 16th. Home.

School (Jenkins 24)

Whiteley Jackson . . Armstrong Jenkins . . Noble . . Matthews . . Appleton

Also batted

Lost.

Draw.

.. 93 School .. .. 59 for 4 (Noble 23 ; Armstrong 34)

.. 52 (Jackson 33 n.o. ; Mr. Stephenson 7 for 12)

28 (Mr. Applegarth 5 for 10 ; Mr. Gray 5 for 15)

113 for 5 (H. Craney 65 ; Mr. Noble 39)

95 Royal Grammar School 81 for 0

Batting Innings Runs Not Out Average

6 41 4 21.5 7 98 2 19.7 6 68 0 11.3 3 31 0 10.3 6 33 1 6.6 5 14 3 7 4 15 0 3.75

Harvey, Smith, I., Purdue, Robertson, Thompson, Smith, G., Askew, Heusser.

Bowling

Overs 29 70 53

Armstrong Jackson Appleton

Also bowled : Jenkins, Purdue, Smith, I N.B.—Averages exclude the Staff Match.

Maidens 6

16 8

Rims 80

192 177

Wickets 9

18 10

Average 8.8 10.6 17.7

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J U N I O R C R I C K E T

S u m m e r 1958 During the season the conditions for play were often akin to those of

winter and far from pleasant. Despite this the standard attained was higher than in the past few seasons. Out of 7 games 4 were won, 2 lost and 1 drawn.

Bowling was once more the team's strong point. Hunt was the most successful taking altogether 23 wickets, a most commendable performance. Against the R.G.S. he took 5 wickets for 5 runs, against Whitley Bay 6 wickets for 11 runs and against Hexham G.S. 6 wickets for 1 run. Cameron also bowled consistendy well taking 14 wickets. Askew, though taking fewer wickets, bowled well.

In batting, Money proved to be the mainstay, reaching double figures in most innings, his highest score being 25 against Ascham House. Purdue, Watson, Trewick and Bridges batted well on several occasions. Askew cap-tained the side very well and showed a fine example by his excellent fielding. Generally speaking the fielding has been good, Huggan and Trewick being worthy of special mention. Finally, Wright performed with credit behind the stumps and improved with every game. Much keenness and enthusiasm was due to the hard work of Mr. Applegarth who spent many hours at the nets with the members of the team. Junior Colours were awarded to Hunt, Cameron, Wright and Money.

Results Juniors 62 R.G.S. 28. Won. Juniors 37 for 7 Hexham G.S. 36 Won. Juniors 44 Rutherford G.S. 100 for 8. Lost. Juniors 20 Whidey Bay G.S. 23 Lost. Juniors 35 for 8 Ascham House 33 Won. Juniors Whidey Bay 35 for 2 Drawn. Juniors 38 for 1 Ascham House 34 Won.

M.A.

S C H O O L O F F I C E R S

Head Boy : M. Gray.

Prefects : M. Gray, A. W. Purdue, D. M. Faddy, G. G. Brown, S. N. Duncan, D. E. Appleton, R. Armstrong, M. H. Jackson, W. R. Whiteley, D. M. Jenkins. J. L. Towers, A. M. Hulme, G. Fletcher.

Captain of Cricket : M. H. Jackson.

House Captains : Monkseaton—D. M. Faddy. Whitley Bay—S. N. Duncan. North Shields—R. Armstrong. Tynemouth—M. Gray.

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AUTUMN T E R M

We congratulate Miss Harrison on her marriage to Mr. O. Bloxham. We wish them all happiness in the future. Miss Harrison joined the Staff in January 1945 and later became responsible for the Junior School at Tynemouth. We thank her for her valuable work during her long years of service.

We welcome Mrs. M. Evans who has succeeded Miss Harrison on the Junior School Staff.

We also welcome to the Staff Mr. J. K. Evans, an Old Boy and former Head Boy of the School.

The following were appointed School Prefects this term : P. M. Merrick, H. J. Milner, I. Watson, G. F. Thompson, K. Hodson.

Avete IIA. R. Barnsley, J. W. B. Bainbridge, M. D. J. Vowles. IIB. R. A. Embleton, G. Graham, D. W. Steward. IA. R. L. J. Burdon, A. D. Cleasby, R. C. Duncan, D. J. Evans, P. W.

Harrison, F. J. Meeson, K. M. Higgins, G. N. Oliver, F. R. Pattison, A. J. Prudhoe, S. J. Somerville, A. H. Taylor, J. Yeomans, P. W. Youngson.

IB. A. Adams, B. M. Craven, W. B. S. Greensitt, C. D. Knox, J. K. Local, G. R. Lowes, N. H. Wilmore, P. V. Tighe.

Jun. II . D. B. Armstrong, E. M. Harrison, T. I. McKenzie, D. S. Neill, S. J. Hogan.

Jun. I. D. E. Craven, M. E. Goodlet. Tynemouth Prep. : J. P. Common, S. C. Dixon, D. Lowrie, J. R. Legge,

N. J. Brown, R. M. A. Carruthers, J. Coase, A. G. Stephenson, G. R. Hub.

Monkseaton Prep. : M. A. Ward, P. G. Bennett, S. C. Heath, F. A. Davidson, T. J. Walls, P. A. Morrison, J. E. Kerr, N. R. Gibb, K. C. Hedworth.

Valete V. K. M. Parritt. G.C.E. (O.L.). July 1958 (3), December 1958 (2).

D. P. H. Ainsworth. D. M. Jenkins. Prefect. G.C.E. (O.L.) July 1958 (3), December

1958 (1). IIB. P. M. Atkinson. T.P.S. L. J. Stephen.

TYNEMOUTH HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. G. A. Wastle House Captain : A. W. Purdue

The House was represented on the XV by Appleton, Money, Milner, Watson, G .S., and Matthews. On the Junior XV we were represented by Purdue, H., Merrick, M., Green and Hannan.

Certificates at Advanced Level were gained by Gray and Purdue, A., and at Ordinary Level by Merrick, P. and Milner.

We congratulate those who gained high positions in their respective forms.

WHITLEY BAY HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. J. M. Miller House Captain : S. N. Duncan

Our representatives on the XV were Hodson, Parritt and Haddow, and on the Junior XV Peel, Hunt and Goodale.

We congratulate Hodson, Fanshawe and Parritt on their success in the July Certificate.

Hodson was appointed a School Prefect.

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MONKSEATON HOUSE NOTES House Master : Mr. D. S. Unswor th House Captain : D. M. Faddy

Our representatives on the XV this term were Whiteley, Hulme, Kitchen, Bridges, Wright, Smith, I. and Harvey, J., and on the Junior XV Huggan, Andersen, Lambert, Boag, Arnold, T . , Watson, J., Hood, R. and Holloway.

We congratulate Hulme, Whiteley and Campbell on their success in the G.C.E. and all members of the House who gained high places in their forms.

NORTH SHIELDS HOUSE NOTES House Master : M r . C. Gray House Captain : G. G. Brown

We regret the loss of Henderson and Armstrong who did much for the House and we wish them every success in the future.

We were represented on the XV by Jenkins, Thompson, G. F., Smith, G. K., Darling, Henderson and Fairless.

Junior Colours were awarded to Cockburn, B. and Smith, E. Watson, I. and Thompson, G. F. were appointed School Prefects.

T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L The compiler of this article acknowledges his indebted-ness to the research of Mr. L. P. Wilkinson into old records and deeds including an article in the Shields Daily News of about 1890 by Horatio Adamson in a

series called "Old Landmarks".

The original house was built in 1760 by John Baker of Crook and Elemore House in the County of Durham. He had been several times Mayor of New-castle-on-Tyne and having purchased a parcel of land of three acres and nine perches on the South side of the village of Tynemouth, he built a seaside residence.

At this time Tynemouth was a popular seaside watering place, much frequented by the county families. In the Delaval records many allusions to Tynemouth as a watering place are to be found. The houses in Huntington Place, Dawson Square and Newcastle Terrace had not been built and it seems probable that there was nothing between Tynemouth House, as it was then called, and the river and sea. The house was apparently decorated inside by an Italian firm, established at York, and a carriage drive which ended opposite the French window facing the lawn, led up to it. The porch, dated 1760, was removed to its present position facing Front Street at a later date.

In 1782, Mr. Baker bought all the land towards the river mouth where Tynemouth Place, Prior's Terrace and Northumberland Terrace now stand. After his death in the same year it was sold to Mr. Peter Shields. For some years the family retained possession of the House but apart from the fact that they had a large, square pew in the North Gallery of Christ Church, there is no record of the family, even in the registers of baptism, marriage or burials.

In 1811 the property was sold to William Mitcalfe of Dockwray Square. At his death in 1827, it passed to his wife for life, and on her death in 1833 it passed to his second son, Henry Mitcalfe, who later became the third Member of Parliament for the Borough as constituted by the Reform Bill of 1832. In 1838 Henry Mitcalfe sold it to Abraham Dawson, a Newcastle solicitor, who proposed to turn it into a sea-side hotel to be called the Crown Hotel. It was proposed to issue a capital of £10,000 in £5 shares. A quotation from the Prospectus states : "For several years past there has been such an increase of company of all classes to this celebrated bathing place, that accommodation even of an inferior kind could not be afforded to numbers, and when the approaching completion of the Newcastle to Carlisle railroad and several other railroads terminating in a short distance of this place is taken into consideration, it is impossible but to foresee the advantages which must be derived from the

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increasing influx of visitors if the public could be provided with suitable convenience. The projectors have purchased at a reasonable price the House and grounds of Henry Mitcalfe, Esq., with a view to converting them into an inn and hotel which will embrace promenade room, news room, museum, baths, billiards room, etc." Part of the scheme was to have sea-water baths which alone were expected to yield a return which would suffice for payment of interest. The company was not formed but instead the owner laid out the estate for building purposes and built the houses in Huntingdon Place, Dawson Square, Allendale Place and Newcastle Terrace. In the last two cases, the scheme was left unfinished. Meanwhile the Railway Company had opened the line from Newcastle to North Shields in June 1839, and the visitors were entertained in the grounds and mansion by the Railway Company.

In 1843 the House was sold to Catherine Davidson and in 1846 to Richard Craster Askew of Newcastle-on-Tyne. We now come to a period of conjecture. Mr. Askew died in 1851 and the property, now only 11 acres in extent, was leased by his son to Mr. George Crawshay, iron-manufacturer of Newcastle and Haughton Castle. He installed the Turkish Bath, the first private one in England. It is during this period that the Western portion must have been rebuilt, if we can be guided by the type of brick used. During this rebuilding, the stoke-hole and the big chimney were probably erected to serve both the kitchen and the Turkish Bath. The porch was removed to its present position during this period (1843-1871). All these alterations appear on the plan of 1871, when Mr. Crawshay bought the house.

It is in the year 1860 that we can fix the birth of Tynemouth School. In that year a Mr. John Mclntyre of Messrs. Palmer's ship-yard persuaded the Rev. Thomas White, a Presbyterian minister, to open a private school in Jarrow mainly to provide education for his own sons. The school flourished and grew so that in 1867 it became necessary to seek larger premises and Dr. White moved to Tynemouth House. In 1875 he moved to West House (the present Boarding House). After two years he returned to Tynemouth House where the school, now known as St. Oswin's School came under the control of the Rev. T. B. Nicholls who had previously had his school at Cullercoats. Since this date the School has remained in the same building.

Little is known of the history of the School for some years. Mr. Nicholls was Headmaster from 1877 to 1895 when he was succeeded by the Rev. W. G. Pringle who remained until 1899, when he was followed by the Rev. A. H. Crowe. In 1910, Mr. O. P. Arton succeeded as Headmaster, to be followed in 1919 by Mr. L. G. W. Wilkinson. The compiler of this article followed Mr. Wilkinson in 1934.

Until the property was purchased in 1922 from the daughter of Air. Crawshay, it was leased. Mr. Wilkinson, foreseeing the future possibilities of expansion, made extensive alterations and added to the amenities of the house. A new wing was built in 1922. A qualified Staff was engaged and the numbers and efficiency of the School increased rapidly. The School became recognised and was inspected by the Board of Education. A further addition was a wing of five classrooms which was added in 1939. The School carried on throughout the war with diminished numbers until 1942 when they began to increase. We owe a great debt to those mistresses who so ably took the places of our normal staff. After the war West House became staff flats. In 1955 the War Memorial was dedicated. It consists of a Library and a Changing Room with a Chemistry Laboratory above. At Easter 1959 the control of the School passes into the hands of the Woodard Corporation.

The compiler of the notes, the retiring Headmaster, wishes the School prosperity and success in the years to come.

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T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L O L D B O Y S ' A S S O C I A T I O N

The year 1958 has seen the activities of the Association follow another as in previous years.

The Annual Dance was once more most enjoyable. However, this function could receive much better support as could the Dinner. With the present trend of increased prices it seems to be inevitable that unless many more members support these two functions their venue will have to be changed to smaller halls.

During the summer a Motor Treasure Hunt was organised for the Association by Mr. H. G. Walton and 24 members had a most enjoyable afternoon and evening.

The Cricket Club, under the captaincy of Mr. J. G. Shaw again had a successful season, and played their home fixtures at Prior's Park, Tynemouth The Club always welcome playing members, but if this is not possible for you, they will appreciate your support as a patron at an annual subscription of not less than five shillings.

M . A . MCGILVRAY,

Hon. Secretary.

O L D B O Y S ' N E W S

Oxford : J. P. Partridge (1946-1951). Class 2. Final Honour School of Literae Humaniores.

Durham : P. R. Hilton (1941-1955). Class 3 Honours in Classics.

T Y N E M O U T H S C H O O L O L D B O Y S '

C R I C K E T C L U B

The Old Boys' Cricket Club completed another successful season in 1958, once again playing our home matches at Prior's Park, Tynemouth. All visiting clubs were generous in their praise of the playing conditions and it is a source of great satisfaction to the members of the Cricket Club that our move to Prior's Park tv/o years ago has proved such a success. We are grateful to the Headmaster for his sustained interest and to the Trustees of Prior's Park for their permission to play there.

From a playing point of view we again enjoyed many successes under the captaincy of G. J. Shaw, although our progress in the two Cup Competitions was short-lived. However, we look forward to greater progress in the coming season.

The batting of H. Craney contributed largely to our success and his performance is worthy of being given in detail. In 15 innings (twice "not out") he scored 310 runs with an average of 23.85. His highest score was 85 n.o. Other notable batting performances were contributed by D. Richardson and M. Harrison.

The Club had 15 playing members last season and 6 patrons. We extend an invitation to those who are interested to join our ranks as playing members at two guineas per season or as patrons at 5/- per season. Anyone interested should write to the Hon. Treasurer, M. Harrison, at 26, Denewell Avenue, Newcastle upon Tyne, 7.

A full Fixture List is nearing completion and the Members will be pleased to welcome any visitors to Prior's Park when we are playing at home.

R . L . ELLIOTT,

Hon. Secretary.

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TYNEMOUTH PREPARATORY SCHOOL MONKSEATON

School events have succeeded each other this year in their usual order, with one outstanding innovation. July 2nd saw the introduction of the Junior School Sports. The two Preparatory Departments met in friendly competition at the Churchill Playing Fields, Monkseaton, in perfect weather. A large attendance of Tynemouth and Monkseaton parents proved most enthusiastic spectators of such individual events as sack, obstacle and three-legged races, while team and relay races caused much excitement.

There was no lack of competitors for either the Fathers' or Mothers' Races, which were won respectively by Mr. W. Gray and Mrs. Brandon, both of Tynemouth. A shield for annual competition was presented by the Head-master, and this Ellison Shield (as it will be called) was won by Monkseaton by 67 points to 35.

Form II I outing was to the Keep at Newcastle, and on to Warkworth, where we visited the Castle and had tea at the Sun Hotel.

The Harvest Festival was conducted by the Rev. Logan Armour and the fruit was sent to the Stannington Children's Sanatorium.

The annual toy collection for Barnardo children went to the Shotley Bridge Home this year. Eighteen new members of the Barnardo Helpers' League were enrolled, the box opening provided £23. 13s. 9d. and £7. 13s. Od. was collectcd for the special Christmas Tree Appeal. A Barnardo Film Show was given on December 11th.

The end of the year saw the usual Nativity Play and Carol Singing. For entertainment at the School Party on the last afternoon of the term, when we were pleased to welcome the Headmaster and Mrs. Ellison, we were indebted to Messrs. A. and E. Hesselberth for a very enjoyable Cine Show.

Prizewinners for the year

Form I. Fiona Darroch. Vicki Bruce.

Form II. Julia Reed. R. Slack.

Form III . D. Mayes. G. Wilson.

Progress : A. Kellitt.

Progress : Joanna Boulton.

Progress : Fiona Hickmott.

H.G.G.

THE SIXTH FORM DANCE

On December 17th the Sixth Form Dance was held for the third successive year in the Bath Assembly Rooms, Tynemouth. The Dance which has now, we hope, become an annual event was well attended both by members of the staff and of the upper part of the School.

An added attraction was the gift of a large turkey by Mr. Merrick. This was won by the Headmaster and was his first success in a raffle. Continuing until 1 a.m. the Dance appears to have been enjoyed by all the hundred and forty who were present.

A.W.P.

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R U G B Y

Season 1958-1959 — Autumn Term

This has been a very disappointing season so far, in fact we have not yet won a game. As most of our experienced players had left we were forced to play a team which was far too young and immature to cope effectively with our bigger and older opponents. The team was so young that with only some minor changes it was able to play as an under 16 side. For the second part of the season we hope to play other schools at under-16 level, so that we should do better if the team can show more enthusiasm.

The only bright spot in an otherwise gloomy picture has been the perform-ance of B. Money at full-back, who has tackled magnificentiy and fallen on the ball courageously at all times. He gained the honour of being chosen as full-back for Northumberland's under-15 side in all their games in this part of the season, and was unlucky not to be chosen for the North of England under-15 side.

The team has suffered from a lack of regular captaincy, as Whiteley, the chosen captain and most experienced player, missed most of the important games.

Saturday, September 20th. v. Whit ley Bay G.S. Lost 3-19. The School were on level terms at half-time with a penalty goal by Smith,

G. K., against a try. However, in the second half, persistent raids by Whitley Bay resulted in four more tries as the School grew more tired. The greater weight and strength of our opponents gradually wore down our defence so that in the end Whitley Bay were easily on top.

Saturday, September 27th. v. D a m e Allan ' s 2nd XV. Lost 0-3. The School played very well in this game and after giving away an easy

try attacked almost incessantly but without reward. The forwards in particular played wholeheartedly but we could not manage to get the vital try and so undeservedly lost.

Saturday, October 4th. v. Hexham G.S. Lost 0-50. On a very wet day, with the pitch a morass, we were well beaten by a

bigger and faster side, who adapted themselves to the conditions while the School floundered in the mud.

Wednesday, October 15th. Royal Grammar School 2nd XV. Lost 0-68. The School was completely outplayed from start to finish by a vastly

superior team. Despite some heroic tackling by the defence in which Money was outstanding the R.G.S. scored at will.

Saturday, October 25th. v. Gateshead G.S. Lost 0-28. The School played with a little more will and effort in this game but were

still too slight and timorous to match the better play of our opponents. The tackling was much better but the forwards were too weak to win the ball and so we had to defend for most of the game with the inevitable result.

Saturday, November 15th. v. Morpeth G.S. 2nd XV. Lost 0-61. Once again the School team met opponents who were bigger, stronger,

fitter and who played with skill and determination. The School team failed miserably in their efforts to cope with them and were defeated very heavily.

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Saturday, November 22nd. v. Tynemouth High School. Lost 0-35.

Tynemouth fielded a weakened team in deference to our wishes but it was still strong enough to register an easy win. The School tackled better than they had done previously, but were still too weak in the forwards. The result was that we had to defend the whole time and tries naturally came at regular intervals from the more powerful Tynemouth side.

Saturday, December 6th. v. D a m e Allan ' s 2nd XV. Lost 3-31.

This game was much closer than the score suggests, for the School attacked for long periods only to give away easy tries in each half. Appleton played very well in a new role as fly-half, and Harvey, deputising for Henderson, gave a good account of himself at scrum-half. Weak tackling was again the fault most in evidence but apart from this there was much to praise in the determined efforts of the whole team.

S C H O O L O F F I C E R S

Head Boy : D. M. Faddy.

Prefects : D. M. Faddy, G. G. Brown, A. W. Purdue, S. N. Duncan, D. E. Appleton, W. R. Whiteley, D. M. Jenkins, D. S. Hulme, I. Watson, P. M. Merrick, H. J. Milner, K. Hodson, G. F.

Thompson.

House Captains : North Shields—G. G. Brown. Tynemouth—A. W. Purdue. Monkseaton—D. M. Faddy. Whitley Bay—S. N. Duncan.