Marist Brothers High School Darlinghurst
Blue & Blue
9th. April 2019
Gentlemen,
Welcome
to the April edition of the Blue & Blue.
We have a really great chance of achieving something significant with The Children’s Manifesto this year, particularly with support of the youngest generation, Gen3M. This year is the 75th year since the formation of the Federation of Marist Brothers Old Boys Unions, now represented by Marist Alumni, which we will be celebrating. Perhaps we shall see some support representing the Blue & Blue, from those of the youngest generation at Marist Pearce, Canberra.
The Maristian is the
school magazine of Marist Canberra, which inherited the Darlo colours
after the closure of our school. Darlo Old Boys are welcome to contact
foundation@mcc.act.edu.au
if any would like to be added onto their mailing list. If so, please
advise your preference to receive the publication via email or by mail.
Br. Paul Murphy
has been working with disadvantaged children in South East Asia. His
latest missive is a
MUST-READ for all. One particular case, unrelated to the children in
this article, is regarding a youth suffering from leukemia. Funds are
needed urgently and this would not be specifically referenced in the B&B
had not all other avenues been exhausted by Br. Paul.
If you can help, please contact Br. Paul directly.
<paulmurf40@hotmail.com>
The MBHS Darlinghurst Vietnam War Honour Roll is in progress and any information pertaining to it is gratefully received.
https://www.mbhsdarlinghurst.org/Vietnam.htm
Fr. John ‘Juan’ Anderson
[Class of ‘63]
writes, remembering Philip Hogan. Fr. Juan also sent greetings to all
while he was in Panama celebrating World Youth Day with a group of
youngsters from his parish in Iquitos, Peru.
We received word from OBU legend, Lt. Col.
Vin Hallinan, O.A.M. RFD ED
(Ret’d), CPA [Class of ‘45],
who served over a decade on the OBU Board as Treasurer. Vin advised that
his younger brother, Fr. Denis, will be arriving back in Australia from
Rome, later this year. He passes his greetings to all.
Peter
McMaugh A.M. [Class of ‘52]
Reg Richardson, A.M.
[Class of ‘53]
welcomed Peter McMaugh A.M.
aboard, with Peter being the newest Darlo member of the A.M. society. At
the time, Reg was toughing life out, on holidays at Boomerang Beach.
Kevin
Riolo, O.A.M. [Class of ‘54]
wrote with some background on Peter. “In 1952 Peter McMaugh
was the
Senior Athletics Champion and broke the School record for the Mile and
then won the MCC Open Mile and 880 yards; a member of the 1st
Grade Rugby League and 1st Grade Cricket teams. It was my
first year in the 1st grade Cricket team, as I was only in 3rd
year, and I opened the batting with Peter, and the team won the MCC 1st
Grade Premiership. He was also a very good bowler. Peter was a Cadet
Lieutenant in the School Cadets and he won the Cardinal’s Prize for
Religious Knowledge. That same year, his brother, Patrick was ordained a
priest. All four sons attended Marist Brothers Darlinghurst. Peter was
an above average sportsman and an outstanding middle distance runner
during his years at the School.”
Tony
Baine [Class of ‘57]
was “Reading Mike Carlton’s informative Memoir,On Air, and saw that his
father , the legendary Jimmy Carlton, went to Darlo before getting a
Scholarship to Joeys. He mentions him being at Darlo circa 1920-born in
1909.
The
early chapters on his Mum and Dad (who died when MC was 5-6) are
moving and, to a reader of this era, quite sad.
The
Paul Murphy email was also very moving.”
Bryan Callinan [Class of ‘47]
wrote to advise, “Living in Orange,
as I have for more than fifty years, I have not been involved in OBU
events but I enjoy the newsy B & B bulletins and remember some of the
men who get a mention now and then - I well remember Paul Imbriotis was
referred to in the Christmas edition.
As a matter of interest, attached is a copy of a “cigarette
card” [to magnify the image after opening it, use the
icon on bottom right hand side] - they were collectable cards included
in cigarette packs back in the 1920s and 1930s. Mostly they were
series of well known sportsmen but this one is one of a series of badges
and colours of 68 schools, colleges and universities in Australia at the
time. Darlo was apparently one of the well known schools.”
Brian Warham [Class of ‘49]
wrote from the Tenterfield farm which he & his wife, Norma, purchased
some 20 years ago and where Norma grew up. [letter]
Dennis Regan [Class of ’63]
wrote to advise that he’ll be along to the next reunion. What a BLAST it
is, when you meet up with someone who you haven’t seen in half a
century. Dennis was wandering through reminiscences in Darley Street
recently. “My sister, Pam, and I are catching up with
Duane Norris [Class of ‘63].”
Maintenance & Repairs:
Brian McNally [Class of ‘48]
wrote with apologies for missing the last reunion and to advise that he
was in Concord Hospital “with exercises to strengthen my legs, now being
88 years young and feeling that there is still plenty more life in me.
Hope to see you next time.”
We’ll keep a seat reserved for you, Brian.
Bernie York [Class of ‘64]
fortunately heard the Grim Reaper knocking at his door and took shelter
in Royal North Shore Hospital. He left RNS after donating a substantial
part of his internals, as a trade-off deal with GR, and is now
recovering at home.
Hugh
Thompson [Class of ‘63]
Like us all, soaking up the sun for decades,
Hugh had a close encounter with melanoma and, after some serious
surgery, is on the mend. It’s rumoured that Hugh may be a contestant on
Hard Quiz, Wednesday 10th April Channel 2 about 8pm.
Kyran O’Donnell {Class of ‘54]
wrote, “ I was in the cardiac ward in Moruya
hospital recently prior to transfer to Canberra for surgery. The
previous occupant of my bed had gone to a general ward and I met up with
him later on several occasions ...................Bryan
"Smokie" Dawson (LC 1950). Our treatments are continuing.
Our wives are members of the same embroidery group so the contact
is there.
I know that Bryan played for both Paddington and
Gordon, as a grade cricketer, at about the time that John Bolster played
for Randwick (?) as I remember.
Lost & Found:
Greg Wenham [Class of ‘70]
was able to catch up with an old classmate,
Ray Gilmore.
Greg is involved with Marist Canberra through
A.C.T. Junior Rugby Union. He passed by Darlo late last year.
Bill Kerwin [Class of ‘47]
of Paddington – RTS & contacts disconnected
Gerald Donovan [Class of ‘58]
of Artarmon– RTS and contacts disconnected
Paul Imbree [Class of ‘47]
of Caringbah – RTS and contacts disconnected
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In Memoriam:
Philip Hogan [Class of ‘60],
Chairman of the MBHS Darlinghurst OBU, passed away 8th. Jan
2019. Philip’s contribution to the Old Boys’ Union is historic. He
rebuilt the OBU online library. He forged a path when the OBU had
divided, to bring unity again. He was an inspiration in confronting
challenges, a dear and faithful friend. His philosophy: If you get
knocked down, just get up again.
Vale Philip
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Philip Hogan’s farewell was a very private
gathering and I was grateful to be invited. Hoges had been clear that he
wanted humour to predominate at his wake. Not knowing anybody well apart
from his wife, Carol, I was very tentative about any injection of
humour, especially when speaking with his youngest daughter. Assured by
her, I decided to give it a go – but was still worried – and said that
since this was Friday, due to the interest of other members of the Old
Boys’ Union, I was contemplating continuing his wake until Sunday and
added, “Well, that will be the 3rd day of the wake, but
nobody would be expecting him to rise from the dead for the occasion.”
She quipped, “Except him.”
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The memorial for
Tony Jones [Class of ‘65] who
passed away in March last year was held
at the Steynes Hotel,
Manly. What a gathering! What a celebration! Laughter and reminiscences
abounded. Warren, brother of
Brian Berkery [Class of ‘53] remembers Bill O’Donnell and too,
Fr. Paul Maloney OSA, previously of St. Kieran of Manly Vale knew Bill
well. Fr. Paul remains a very good
family friend of the O’Donnells. As
Kyran O’Donnell [Class of’54],
Bill’s brother writes, “Bill and Vanda's boys went to their school in
Brookvale from Forestville.
Paul came to dinner one night and a firm friendship was born.
He was until very recently the PP at St Kieren's which is very
much connected to them.
Bill designed it. He was buried from there in 2012 with Paul
officiating as was Mum who died in the nursing home next door in 1981.
Vanda goes to Sunday Mass there.
Last Sunday Paul said Mass and mentioned the previous day in his
homily. That was his style.
No dry sermons. He comes from the little town of Uranquinty which lies
in a valley below Kapooka Army Camp looking towards The Rock.
You mentioned the brother of Brian Berkerey.
Brian was a year ahead of me. He succeeded John Howard (youngest of the
3 brothers) as Drum Major.
Aided by the many army disposals stores in the 50s he was kitted out
looking like John Philip Sousa. In 1984 Chip (John
Chippendale) and I attempted a roundup for the 30 year reunion of
the '54 LC class.
The troops
were widely scattered. Brian, I discovered, was living in Tasmania.”
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Prof. Emeritus Des O’Connor
[Class of ‘44] wrote and
kindly included a copy of his book, “A
Boy from the Bush” for the OBU library. What an inspirational read
it is. It is published through Billabong Valley Publications and would
make an excellent present, especially for any Old Boy. Thanks Des.
“The
People vs Muhammad” J.K.
Sheindlin.
While one may consider the gent expressing his
views on the subject matter as being a tad too sedate, his courage in
doing so is irrefutable. May he continue to express them for the
quite-probable, limited time that he has left on this planet.
https://www.mbhsdarlinghurst.org/videos/videos.htm
Je suis Charlie.
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We have lost the intimacy of video content from
those of us who lived before the digital era.
Those who wish to have their views on what/how/who/why/ the 3rd
Millennium presents, please just send in a “Selfie” video. [Please see
your youngest relative for advice on taking a “selfie”].
Humour:
For
those grandparents who are looking after their grandkids occasionally, a
suggested reference on Non-verbal Teaching is to be found at
https://www.mbhsdarlinghurst.org/Humour.htm
Health:
As
there has been much ado about the evils of alcohol, so after due
consideration, the entire OBU Board abstained for the period Feb 29 to
Feb 31st inclusively.
Several years ago, in my work with Kids 4 Kids
Inc, I asked a group of youngsters what they would like their generation
to be called. Amid a number of possibilities, they chose Gen3M. The
registration of that name was challenged by the multi-billion dollar
conglomerate, 3M Corp (USA). Wisdom would have dictated the correct path
to follow but I was in the B-class at Darlo. To cut a long story short,
after a prolonged legal challenge, we won. In seeking support for GEN3M,
I would like to declare that I now have a financial interest in GEN3M.
More so, those kids and their whole generation are now free to refer to
themselves as Gen3M.
We run at a loss with lunches, except for the
raffles which, with the donations, save us from the Grim Reaper. It’s a
real balancing act with Tony Smith as the Wizard’s Apprentice. That
said, we’d like to acknowledge those who’ve donated, to whom we are most
grateful. For the intellectually challenged members: there’s a hint in
there, guys.
May 2019 see you all free of injury and illness
and, if GR does come knocking and you don’t have alternatives, welcome
him with open arms for a hell of an adventure awaits. (No pun intended).
Servo fidem
Kym Derriman
Gatekeeper
*LC Year refers to those who sat the LC or HSC in that year and also to their classmates who left school in earlier years.
President, OBU
Kym Derriman
9311 3344
Vice President
Tony Morrissey
9311 4598
Secretary
Bernie York
Marist Executive
Br. Paul Murphy
Tony Smith
Treasurer
All mail to:
The Secretary,
MBHSD_OBU
POB 6177
Malabar 2036
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