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THE PRESENT COMMITTEE AND STAFF. It is worthy of note that Kaikorai School has been honoured with some very valuable years of service: possibly more so than any other city school. Of the Committee many of them have done yeoman service. Mr. Moir's (Chairman) record of 37 years; Mr. Ferry and Mr. David, Scott's (each 34 years) form a remarkable trio. The record of Mr. Alex. Matheson (the Secretary) is a most, creditable one (27 years), also Mr. P. L. Ritchie, the Treasurer for nine years. Mr. Allnutt, the head-master for over a quarter of a century, has proved himself a, veritable tower of strength, to the School all these years. His intense application to his work; his faithfulness to duty; his impartiality; his exemplary manner, and his wise rule and government have given him a place of high honour, and won him the respect and confidence of the staff, the pupils, and the parents. We congratulate him on his long and meritorious service, and wish him and his wife and family many long and happy days.
Of the staff, there are also some excellent records. The names of Miss Callender and Miss Dow have been household words for many long years. They have done excellent work for their pupils and the School. If there is one outstanding individual who has positively made his mark in the School, it'is none other than the boys' and girls' favourite, Mr. H. P. Kelk. He joined the staff some 33 years ago, and has remained steadfastly at his post ever since, turning aside all other possible appointments because of his high sense of duty. It can be honestly affirmed that every pupil who has passed through his hands has become a better boy and girl in every respect. Mr. Kelk has the gift of imparting knowledge in a most thorough and complete manner. He knows how to secure strict attention, and he obtains a high standard of work from his pupils. He instils into them the need for faithfulness and thoroughness, and begets within them as far as a teacher can the desire for things being well done. He succeeds in gaining the confidence and goodwill of his pupils, and interests them in many sides of life. His museum has been an immense factor in interesting his scholars in the things of Nature. Long after his days of service at Kaikorai are over his work will live after him. Kaikorai has indeed been fortunate in having his services for so long a period. The past and present pupils know the value of him who in schooldays they called "Tiny". He has exceptional musical ability, and has acted as school accompanist for many years, and also taken a lively interest in the school concerts and break-ups.