The 46’ers are celebrating their 60th Anniversary of joining Trinity at a luncheon at the Comet Hotel, Hatfield on the 29th April. Contact either John Glyn on 01372 802576 or Margaret Driscoll on 01327 350283 for further details.
The Bournemouth reunion (Any year) takes place on the same day at the Woodcroft Tower Hotel. Contact Vic Manning on 01892 823945 or Mrs Jill Deamer on 01305 832597.
1951ers reunion for Ann Pilling(Meakin) now relocated to better venue The Goffs Oak PH Goffs Oak Herts. Wed.26 July 2006 at 12.00 New guests include Les Cook Bob Thomas and Kenneth Hart. Special area reserved for Trinity. Free Car parking .Large menu to choose from. Please phone Kemal Ghafur
for more details 01992-462471
The 48’s
Had their first event, see separate report click to view
Last but not least-The North London Group
Monthly lunch held at Enfield Town Club, Old Park Road, Enfield on the 3rd Monday in the month. All year intakes are welcome. Ring Reg Rogers if you would like to join them. 0208 440 2646 is the Number to ring.
People News
AND FINALLY
Once again I make no apologies for the fact that some of these items are already on the website. However, many old scholars do not have access to this, and because of the support we have received, we are now able to send more news of what is happening on a regular basis. However, I NEED YOUR STORIES to keep this going.
Please email me at the link above.
This newsletter is a copy of what has been sent to every "paid-up" Member.
If you are not a member - please support us by joining now. (see link below - we are cheaper than Friends Reunited)
Friends are quiet Angels who lift us to our feet when our Wings have trouble remembering how to fly.
A VOICE FROM THE PAST
OLD TRINITY SCHOLARS' ASSOCIATION
HON. GENERAL SECRETARY'S REPORT
To those Old Scholars who still receive the School Magazine, may I say that I hope that this edition will prove as interesting as was the first one of the Annual issues-many readers remarked that it contained the best O.T.S.A. section for a long time. Copies were passed to Old Scholars who had lost touch and several asked for extra copies, so if you know of any Trinity folk who have not seen a 'Mag.'~ do please lend them one or, better still, ask them to drop me a line .. As far as the fortunes of the O.T.S.A. are concerned. the mixture is much as before: declining membership and still ~ marked reluctance on the part of the youngsters to keep up contact with their school.
The Annual General Meeting was the most successful for many a year and we had representatives of all ages of Old Scholars-it was a great encouragement to have with us such an excellent complement of Vice-Presidents (Messrs. Dinmore, MacPhee, Tudor Rhys and Langford). The Headmaster kindly suggested that the Meeting be held in his study to make it more comfortable and congenial and we were most appreciative of this-the large room was really full and the whole thing looked so much more like an A.G.M. than in the vast space of the Assembly Hall. All offices were filled by volunteers (some actually did volunteer) and this was the more remarkable in view of the relinquishment by our old friend, Bert France, of the posts of Hon. Treasurer and Membership Secretary. I would like to record the thanks of all Old Trinity people to Bert for the grand job which he so willingly did for so many years and we do regret that his move out of London has denied to the Association his active assistance.
At Christmas the usual Social and Dance was held, but the attendance was most disappointing, despite the extra efforts of the Committee to advertise it as widely as possible. Three local papers carried a notice and reminder cards were posted to you all in the hope of avoiding that familiar bleat-" Nobody told us about it." It was an enjoyable evening and it would be a pity if we had to discontinue these functions, but it is not possible to run social events of this nature without support from members and Sections.
A strong Old Scholars' Association may well be of great assistance to its School-we are not an inconsiderable body and our voice contains many 'tones of influence and knowledge."
Keep up your membership, encourage others to join and let us provide Trinity with an Old Scholars Association worthy of its name and its tradition.
B. S. Langford (where are you now?)
July 1958
Dear Friends,
I hope you enjoyed reading “Voice from the past”
Strange how history is repeating itself. We are still having difficulties in encouraging those from the 50’s to join us. When they do join, and come to one of the gatherings, they are amazed at what they have been missing.
We are sure that everyone will be delighted to know that the Association is now financially secure, with a paid up membership of over 150, some of whom have paid in advance for 2007. This will enable us to send you a regular newsletter, providing you keep the stories coming.
I am afraid that I will now have to use the ‘I’ word, because of the numerous letters I have received personally from many old scholars, and I will mention some of them by name, just to let everyone know that they are still around.
Dennis Croughton (1948) writes by email
Just had a quick look at the TOSA site and came across the photo of Mr Peacock. There weren't teachers I rated at school, but he was one of them. For some reason he grabbed my attention and my interest in history has never waned.
I didn't realise his other interests, but thanks for bringing back to me some good memories - there weren't many!
Eric Fry (1949) sends greetings from the sunny side of the world (Perth, Western Australia).
“Every few months or so I wander back down "Memory Lane", and visit the web site of Trinity old scholars. For some unknown reason, there were not many photographs taken of the classes or groups that I was part of. Which is a pity, perhaps not, because I was the short scruffy one). So using this medium, I am saying "Hello" to those who might remember me, as I remember Messrs Sparks, Worden, Haskins, and Wheeler. Margaret Knight, Nancy Elms, Audrey Busby, Catherine Samuels, and Margaret Hannuel*. One last thing, I remember Thalia Mansell who is pictured in the 1952 under 15 Rounders team. I have heard a rumour that she was a victim of a murder in the 60s.
*Where are they now?
Eddie Prichard (1942) writes from Colchester, and reminds us of some of the landmarks near the school— Hext’s Garage near Myddleton Road (Victor Hext was a Trinity Thespian in the 40’s and gave a memorable performance with Jack Good at the October reunion in 2003).
Now, can you believe this, a delightful letter from Jeff Burke (1941) who remembers me from Noel Park Infants School. Fortunately, the memory was a good one, my red hair and freckles. He now lives in Clacton-on-Sea and we had our first conversation in over 60 years.
Cecil Webb (1945) lived in Princes Avenue and recalls the Home Guard exercising over the Tunnel in Durnsford Road. One night there was a terrible explosion after which the sirens sounded. Something blew an enormous crater in the allotments and they were not allowed near it as the experts were trying to establish whether it was one of ours or not. He also tells of doing a paper round for what was the local newsagent (Pattersons) for eight shillings a week, slightly less if you did an evening round. With doing a Saturday morning delivery for the grocer next door (Eaves) he managed to do an exchange visit to France with the school. The cost was ten pounds.
Dennis Croughton (1948) writes by email
Just had a quick look at the TOSA site and came across the photo of Mr Peacock. There weren't teachers I rated at school, but he was one of them. For some reason he grabbed my attention and my interest in history has never waned.
I didn't realise his other interests, but thanks for bringing back to me some good memories - there weren't many!
Eric Fry (1949) sends greetings from the sunny side of the world (Perth, Western Australia).
“Every few months or so I wander back down "Memory Lane", and visit the web site of Trinity old scholars. For some unknown reason, there were not many photographs taken of the classes or groups that I was part of. Which is a pity, perhaps not, because I was the short scruffy one). So using this medium, I am saying "Hello" to those who might remember me, as I remember Messrs Sparks, Worden, Haskins, and Wheeler. Margaret Knight, Nancy Elms, Audrey Busby, CatherineSamuels, and Margaret Hannuel*. One last thing, I remember Thalia Mansell who is pictured in the 1952 under 15 Rounders team. I have heard a rumour that she was a victim of a murder in the 60s. *Where are they now?
Gwen Lee (Chester) 1948 is one of the Skinnerettes on the Frank Skinner Show, playing keyboard. This is Gwen with Frank and two other members of the group, Gwen would be pleased to hear from anyone who remembers her.
JUST FOR FUN
Have you noticed that stairs are getting steeper. Groceries are heavier. And, everything is farther away. Yesterday I walked to the corner and I was dumbfounded to discover how long our street had become!
Are people are less considerate now ?. They speak in whispers all the time! If you ask them to speak up they just keep repeating themselves, endlessly mouthing the same silent message until they're red in the face!
I also think they are much younger than I was at the same age. On the other hand, people my own age are so much older than I am. I ran into an old friend the other day and she has aged so much that she didn't even recognize me.
I got to thinking about the poor dear while I was combing my hair this morning, and in doing so, I glanced at my own refection.........well, REALLY NOW- even mirrors are not made the way they used to be!
Author unknown
Association Reunion on 14th October 2006 at The Ramada(Comet)Hotel, Hatfield.
This of course, is the highlight of our social year, organised very ably for the past 11 years by Don Grammer, together with helpers Reg Rogers and Roy and Audrey Augood .
With the retirement of Charles Rolls, and the formal formation of the Association, it has now been left to Your Ad-hoc Committee to take on the organisation of this event. We are very grateful for their continued help.
Your committee met on the 7th February, and this event was discussed in detail. The price of the meal, and the accommodation has been increased by Ramada. In the past, wine was included in the price of the dinner, and we did not feel that it was appropriate to pass on the increase from Ramada and add another £5.00 to cover wine. What we have decided, is to include a welcome drink(including non-alcoholic) in the price, and let everyone make their own choice with regard to wine with your meal. This decision also takes care of those who do not wish to drink, or drink and drive. It was only recently that a reduction was made for those who do not partake of the Bacchus water. (Did you know he was accompanied by Maenads, or wild dancing women.– perish the thought at a TOSA dinner !) There is a new manager at Ramada, and the staff have been extremely helpful. We would ask that you help us, by making a early commitment to this event.
Of course, the best thing you can do is spread the word. Many people have forgotten that the year we joined Trinity may not be our only link. We played football, netball, cricket, tennis with many from a different year. We also had friends from Trinity that were neighbours, relatives, boy friends and girl friends. We may even have gone to Saturday morning cinema with them. Many have renewed forgotten friendships by attending and made some new ones. If you haven’t been before…….. take the plunge…… you will not regret it.
A link to the Booking Form is below. Please return to the appropriate address by the latest 31st July. Cheques can be postdated 31st July 2006 if you want to return earlier. Less than 60 and we may have to cancel. Bring your Wife/Hushand/Partner - they will be made very welcome
