I saw Marrianne’s lips compress, the way they do when she is irritated. Then she said, “There is no reason to put it off any longer, John. You said yourself you needed this form of discipline, and I agree with you. I’ve committed considerable time and effort in arranging this with Doris, and I’m confident she can do the job. Now why don’t you go take a shower, put on just your robe, then come to my sewing room. I want to complete the baby blanket I’ve been crocheting in time for Barbara’s baby shower. After allowing me a few minutes to regain some semblance of control, Doris said, “I like to make the first session with a naughty boy one he will remember for a while, so there is no doubt what he experienced was true punishment. Your actions earned you extra this time, but I want to assure you that every time I come here, you will be punished. If you are cooperative and accepting, honestly try to learn from each session, then the punishment need not be as severe. I strongly believe, however, in most cases, true penitence and correction of the faults of a naughty boy only comes after real punishment. USA: Sanders, Drew, 49, New York basketball coach, accused of giving teen boys pants-down paddlings when they miss shots, 2005

Germany, multi-tailed whip in poor condition, probably used on prisoners in occupied Norway, 1940-45 United States, paddle in principal's office, in frequent use, Alvarado High School, Texas, 2012 (also video clip)

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Miss Mulcahy came into view. "March in, girls. You have two minutes to get changed. You know my rules. Strip down, and then put on your macs and gymshoes. Last one ready will stay an extra quarter of an hour." USA: Weitensteiner, Rev. Joe, leader of boys' ranch in Washington State, pictured in 2002, "legendary in his use of the discipline paddle" over 45 years I’m sorry, dear,” I said, “perhaps you should identify what it is you would like me to take on, and I’ll try to do a better job of it.”

Germany: boy, 11, pretends to be caned as photo stunt for ceremony of putting school cane in museum, Munich, 1970 United States, jocular school paddle issued as advertising novelty by school furniture company, possibly c.1960 Stretch up and press down, Stop!" Miss Mulcahy icily instructed the class. And then to the girl who had asked the question: "My dear, it is a cardinal rule of my detentions that girls don't speak unless they are spoken to. You carry on doing what you were told to do until you are told to stop. Janet! Fetch my cane. Sandy! To the rostrum please."Germany: classroom caning of elementary schoolboy, 1960s (possibly a scene from a film, but might be real)

Very well. Class turn and face me. Move! Now stretch up with your arms and press down with your toes once, twice, three times. And up again" - Miss Mulcahy illustrated the movements - "and down once, twice, three times: and so on. Begin!" UK: Smith, Mrs Marjorie, schoolmistress who spanked senior girls with headmaster J.L. Guise (q.v.), 1964USA: Zachary, Thomas, elementary school principal in Tennessee accused of assault after paddling student, but later cleared of any wrongdoing, 2008 Canada: Sanderson, R.F., school principal who strapped students on the seat at request of parents, 1931

A girl from 5A was in Miss Mulcahy's detention for the first time. The teacher stopped in front of her. "Jumping astride, Halt!" she said to the unfamiliar girl. "What's your name?" Peru: Youth being strapped by his father over his shorts, apparently under police supervision, 2018 (also video clip) That's right, Alison. I think you and I will get on famously after all. Don't forget to sponge your raincoat, now. We want you looking smart tomorrow."A small voice from the rostrum made itself heard above the busy rustling of the girls' macs. "Please may I put this down now, Miss?"