Scientists tell us that every part of the human body is constantly being worn out and replaced from the food we eat and drink and the air we
breathe. Commonsense suggests too that this must be so and John Smith of today is not made of the same substance as John Smith of times
gone by. Yet we all know him as the same person with the characteristics we have learned to recognise. Why is this? Surely, because the
whole is more than the sum of the parts and each new bit of material which enters takes upon itself some of the nature of the existing body.
There is a spirit which pervades and unifies its every component.
Does not this apply to a school? Our School renews itself almost completely every three years. Some boys are with us a few years longer and
some members of Staff much longer still, but all must be renewed in time. The character of the school alters somewhat as it grows older, just
as the character of a person does. We must see to it that any changes which take place during our time are for the better.
All present members of the School are the custodians of certain traditions handed on to us by boys of the past. These are loyalty, good standards
of conduct, industry and fine craftsmanship .—excellent qualities all. What better service can we perform than to foster these traditions and
hand them on to our successors. It is the duty of everyone at Goldings, from the oldest to the youngest who can read and understand what is
written here, to make this challenge to himself, "Will the School be a better or worse place for my passing through it?" and, "How doss my
day-to-day attitude to work, my dealings with companions and duty to the School affect the spirit of the place ?''
When you are an Old Boy you will want to feel that while you were with us you helped the School along and played your part well.
If you are not really happy about it, it will then be too late. Now is the time to ask yourself, "How am I doing?" The long holidays give us rest
from routine in school and workshop, but also provide time for reflection and self-examination. May all of us who return for the new term
resolve afresh to so order our daily lives that we can honestly say that we have lived up to and enhanced the best traditions we have inherited.
R. F. W. June, 1956

Boys and Staff who have been associated with Goldings over the past ten
years will be sorry- to learn that Mr. Corbett is leaving us shortly to take
over the Chaplaincy of Trent College, Nottingham.
Mr. Corbett joined the Staff of Goldings as Chaplain in May, 1947 and was
later appointed Deputy Headmaster, in which capacity he has served with
distinction for many years past. He has played a great part in building up
the good name of the School, exercising his powers and carrying out his
duties with confidence and good humour, commanding respect and ready
response.
His many friends in Barnardo's will wish him and his wife and family great
happiness in their new sphere of work.

MR. T. C. BLACKMORE
Mr. Blackmore, who has occupied the post of Responsible Teacher for General Subjects at Goldings since December, 1951 is leaving to take
up an appointment at Pontnewydd Community College, Monmouthshire at the end of September. He will long be remembered here for his
enthusiasm and skill in acting in and producing stage plays. He also took a prominent part in many social and sporting activities at Goldings.
We are all sorry that Mr. and Mrs. Blackmore are leaving our family and trust that they and their son, Richard, will be very happy in their new
Surroundings.

AS I SEE IT
"He wants discipline" is a cry from the hearts of many people. It is one of the great arguments today in every facet of human life, as well as in
the realm of Education. It is a subject that comes to the fore, in one form or another, everywhere; and especially where children are concerned.
And of course it affects us all, both boys and Staff.
As the late Professor Joad would say, "It all depends on what you mean by discipline". Once upon a time there was a Roman soldier who stood
at his post in ancient Pompeii, while the lava from the volcano Vesuvius engulfed him, because he had been ordered to stay there. That is one
kind of discipline. Again, once upon a time there was a famous incident in the Crimea War; some British Cavalry made the famous charge of
the Light Brigade because they were ordered to do so. That is a similar kind of discipline. It has its uses, and it has its nobility.
But there, is another kind of discipline, perhaps a finer kind, a discipline which people voluntarily impose upon themselves because they
believe it right to do so. This is Christian discipline, and many people practice it, not only when the Church exhorts them in Lent, but
throughout their lives. If armies need discipline, then ordinary life needs it—for without it we should all tend to work only where and when
we felt like it. And, too, in the Christian life, even with the best intentioned Christians, prayer, and reading the Bible, and going to Church, all
need discipline.
After all, discipline is the very starch of both religion and life; for both of these without discipline become as soft as jelly. But discipline must
always be of the right kind; the kind obeyed out of love, not out of fear. The Church tells us "we ought" rather than "we must"; and leaves the
rest to our consciences. But in so doing the Church lays a tremendous responsibility upon us. What we are called upon to do is to be faithful in
well-doing, and in high thinking, as is our duty.
It is perfectly true, "He wants more discipline", but first of all, let us see that the "He" is "I"; let us discipline ourselves. Don't ever try to find a
scapegoat for our lack of self-discipline; as I see it, we all of us need more discipline whether we "want" it or not.
To you all, I would say, "Thanks for all you have done for me in my work both as a Priest and as a Schoolmaster, but, most of all, thanks for
the happiness I have had at Goldings. I will remember you oftentimes, and I will ask God's blessing: on you.
S. C. C.

EAST HERTS. YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE
It is with pleasure that I report the success of the School's 14-16 team in the East Herts Youth Football League. To finish runners-up was no
mean achievement, and indeed, at one time as
the season drew to its close, the championship was within their grasp. We must congratulate St. George's Sports on winning both championships.
Victor King, Captain of the School team two years ago, was awarded a plaque in recognition of his appearances for the Hertfordshire County
side, several of these being as Captain, and we wish him further successes. Tom Allen has also received recognition from the County in the
form of a blazer badge.
It is hoped that the close season coaching sessions will have inspired our young footballers to keenness and a will to win in the coming season.
Tables inclusive of matches played 1st May, 1956

Under 16 League

St. George's Sports
W.B.T.S
Waltham Abbey Rovers
Cheshunt Boys' Club
'Stanstead Abbotts
Wormley Rovers
Haileybury Boys' Club
Peartree Boys' Club
Nazeing Minors

16-18 League

St. George's Sports
Peartree Boys' Club
*Wormley Rovers
Stanstead Abbotts
Ware Youth
W.B.T.S
Abbey Sports
Herts Training School
* Two points deducted

CROSS-COUNTRY, 1956
30th April brought us a fine dry evening for the cross-country inter-House race, something which is quite unknown, as past years have turned
out wet and miserable for this event.
Again we had a slight difference in the organisation to meet the requirements of the three House competition. The intermediates were dropped
and the race was run as senior and junior, with points going to the first twenty seniors and first twelve juniors. This, of course, laid the emphasis
on House rather than individual effort.

RESULTS
Senior: J. Mountain, Cairns - 601. Somerset - 661. Aberdeen - 767

Junior: R. Bevan, Buxton - 172. Pelham - 196. Kinnaird - 325

ATHLETIC SPORTS, 1956
A cold and miserable day rather spoilt what could have been a very pleasant afternoon.
Again, with a slight difference in the organisation to suit the triangular competition, emphasis was on team rather than individual effort.
The track layout this year proved much better with the full 440 yard circuit and the new jumping platform was an improvement. Our thanks
again to Mr. Greenhill who did a first class job with the track and jumping pit.
We did cater for the individuals by introducing the Decathlon for the Victor Ludorum trophy. The finalists in this event were Gillingham,
Steadman, Blackburn and Rogers, of the seniors and Bevan, Hilton, Fasanya, Tangen, Pashley and Bryant, of the juniors. They finished in that
order. We have in these boys some good material for the corning inter-Homes sports. These chaps "also gave a good account of themselves in
their House teams.
These finished in the following order:

Seniors: Cairns 50 Somerset 34 Aberdeen 30

Junior : Pelham 51 Buxton 40 Kinnaird 23

VICTOR LUDORUM Senior: C. Gillingham Junior: R. Bevan

COLOURS
Congratulations to G. Wilson and J. East on gaining their boxing colours.

SENIOR HOUSE CRICKET
Somerset made no mistake about winning the inter-House championship, winning all four matches in the competition. This year, with just
three Houses competing, it was agreed that each House play the others twice. Cairns took the beating, losing all four of their games, with
Aberdeen forming the middle of the table.