Tyler Exam Winterton Flashcards
What was Winterton first called?
Springfield
What year was Winterton Founded?
1905
What was the first school in Winterton called?
Morea
Why did some learners leave the school?
It was too expensive.
Why did William Stratford not return to school?
His horse died and it was too far to walk.
When did heavy rain stop children from coming to school?
March and October, 1913
When did the new government school open?
1914
How many children were in the new government school?
45
What is the school motto? What does it mean?
Facta non Verba
Deeds not words
Who visited Winterton in 1932 and how many teeth did he pull out in one day?
Dr E Peake 83 teeth
Who owned the Bridge Hotel?
Fred Strong
Who was ‘Bobbie’ Heine Miller?
Famous Springbok Tennis Player that went to Winterton Primary School.
When was Heine Miller a Tennis Champion?
15 Years Old - Natal Champion
16 - SA Champion
17 - 7’th in the world
Name 3 people from Winterton that have become famous:
Henry Honiball - Springbok Rugby
Hugh Braithwaite - SA Polo Crosse Captain
Theo Van Der Merwe - Springbok Swimmer
Andrew Blackburn - Springbok Surf Ski Paddler
What tennis championship did Heine Miller play in overseas?
Wimbeldon
