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PRESBYTERIAN GIRLS' COLLEGE

THE LUCERNIAN THE MAGAZINE OF THE PRESBYTERIAN GIRLS' COLLEGE, GEELONG

Co-Editresses:

MARY CATTANACH, DOROTHY JLTLLIEN

" Lucernian " Committee

KATHLEEN DAVIS, PATRICIA DEAN, EUNICE HAWSON, MELBA MARSHALL, PATRICIA McKAY, JEAN TRETHOWAN, BARBRA WOOD, ROSEMARY WOOD

Vol. 2, No. 21 GEELONG : G. Mercer & Co. Pty. Ltd., 16 Malop Street

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SCHOOL OFFICE-BEARERS

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The Principal (Miss Lucy Shaw) is Patron of all School Activities Prefects: Mary Cattanach (Head Prefect), Patricia Dean, Dorothy Jullien, Patricia McKay, Melba Marshall, Barbra Wood. Probationers: Margaret Browne, Kathleen Davis, Eunice Hawson, Melitza Meldrum, Elaine Richardson, Margaret Shaw, Helen Thomson, Jean Trethowan, Rosemary Wood. House Committee: Margaret Browne, Mary Cattanach, Patricia Dean, Margaret Carson, Eunice Hawson, Frances Lowson, Anne Macmillan, Melba Marshall, Melitza Meldrum, Lvnton McMiken, Judith Newall, Jean Paterson, Elaine Richardson, Wendy Sjogren, Helen Thomson, Elaine Whittaker, Rosemary Wood. Sports Captains: Baseball: Captain, Melitza Meldrum; Vice-Captain, Eunice Hawson. Basketball: Captain, Melitza Meldrum; Vice-Captain, Roma Knights. Hockey: Captain, Mary Cattanach; Vice-Captain, Eunice Hawson. Swimming: Captain, Melitza Meldrum. Tennis: Captain, Patricia Dean; Vice-Captain, Elizabeth Stevens. Ardens House: Captain, Eunice Hawson; Vice-Captain, Rosemary Wood. Forum Representatives, Patricia McKay, Helen Thomson, June Hartwick. Harris House: Captain, Margaret Browne ; Vice-Captain, Barbra Wood. Forum Representatives: Kathleen Davis, Elizabeth Stephens, Anne Macmillan. Lawson House: Captain, Melba Marshall; Vice-Captain, Roma Knights. Forum Representatives : Jean Paterson, Enid Baxter, Wendy Sjogren. Roslyn House: Captain, Melitza Meldrum: Vice-Captain, Patricia Dean. Forum Representatives, Margaret Shaw, Jean Trethowan, Margaret Carson. Library Committee: Miss Hope ; Mary Cattanach, Dorothy Jullien (Librarians). Patricia Dean, Anne Macmillan, Patricia McKay, Melba Marshall, Melitza Meldurm, Jean Paterson, Barbra Wood, Rosemary Wood. Social Services: Miss Camm, Roma Knights, Rosemary Wood. Music Club: Miss Wadelton (President), Miss Dale, Miss Littleton, Miss Butler (Vice-Presidents) Eunice Hawson (Secretary), Margaret Browne, Mary Cattanach, Gwenda Holt, Anne Macmillan, Melba Marshall, Melitza Meldrum, Jean Paterson, Rosemary Wood French Club: Miss Botterill (President), Patricia Dean, Patricia McKay (Joint Secretaries). Literary Club: Miss Hope (President), Dorothy Jullien (Secretary).

CONTENTS School Office-bearers Editorial .. . . . Council Notes .. Obituary .. Parents' and Friends' Association " Morongo " Junior School Auxiliary School Notes .. . Junior School Notes .. . . Prefects' Notes .. Calendar of School Events House Notes .. Boarders' Diary, 1950 Baseball .. Basketball Hockey .. Swimming .. Athletic Sports Colour Awards Cups and Shields Tennis .. Arts and Crafts Camera Club . Film Club .. Forum Notes . Library Report Choir Notes .. Literary Club . Social Service Dramatic Club French Club .. Tuck Shop .. Music Club .. . Prizewinners .. Speech Day, 1949 .. Examination Results, 1949 Alliance Francaise Examinations, 1950. .. Music Results, 1950 .. Valete, 1950 .. . Acknowledgments .. . Salvete, 1950 .. . Original Contributions Shivaram and Janaki Fun and Frolics .. •• •• Book Review-, • • • • Association— C01sians lans 11-g C0 annual Report .. . Engagements, Marriages, Births .. News and Notes .. Melbourne Branch, Annual Report, 1950 Western District Branch, Annual Report

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you read " The Blue Bird," by Maurice things which will afford others pleasure ? In HAVE Maeterlinck ? It is the story of two chil- our own school we so often find these oppordren—Mytyl and Tytyl—who decide to set out to look for the bluebird of happiness ; but after a great many adventures they are forced to return home without it, discontented and unhappy. The illness of their neighbour's child brings about a generous gesture on their behalf when they willingly give their dove to help make her happy. Later they find that the bird has turned blue, and they realise that happiness comes from the inner self rather than from the search of happiness from others. There are so many ways in which we can assist other people and bring them happiness, besides gaining a feeling of contentment and the knowledge that our activities are worth while. How many of us do these little extra

tunities, and each sacrifice to the good of others helps to build our own characters and make us happy. The unselfish lives of those who have gone from us during this year were doubtless crowned with happiness in the knowledge that they made others happy by their generosity and kindly consideration. There 'are always people among us who have their worries, hopes and fears, and to them a kindly word would perhaps bring a little light to brighten their lives. Let each of u.ss look about to see where we can help, and do our utmost to assist those in trouble, remembering the Hindu proverb that " The good we do to-day becomes The happiness of to-morrow."

COUNCIL NOTES Elsewhere in these pages reference has been made to the untimely losses sustained by " Morongo " in the passing of Mr. Oswald C. Hearne and Mr. D. F. Neilson. In addition to these, the Council records with deep regret the death of Mrs. Partington, whose 20 years' association with the domestic life of the School was marked by supreme loyalty and devotion to duty. Opportunity is here taken to pay tribute to the highly efficient leadership of the Principal, Miss Shaw, and the work of her teaching staff. The results achieved speak volumes for the careful attention riven to every phase of School activity. Under the very capable guidance of the Matron, Miss Pillow, the House Staff has at all times been zealous in its efforts to make " Morongo" a home for girls away from home. The Council is deeply conscious of the enthusiastic assistance it continually receives fro'.n. the Old Collegians' Association, the Parents' and Friends' Association, and the j‘,t-tior Auxiliary. ate Upon the death of Mr. Neilson, ..miri.,4; ; steps had to be taken to fill the vacant position of Secretary to the Council. The Council was fortunate in that Mr. Percy Neilson, brother of our late esteemed Secretary, made it possible for his services to be placed at the disposal of the Council, and he is now its capable Secretary. This was a source of gratification to members. The year has been a busy one for members of the Council, and it has been one of marked achievement in the progress of " Morongo." After a very long delay, over which the Council had no control, a commencement has been made with the building of the new Junior School, and

the work has so far progressed as to give an indication of the layout of the building. Before setting out upon this project, the very first step taken by the Council was to consult those whose interest was paramount—the parents. The response of the parents, when consulted, was overwhelmingly in favour of the proposal to build at the School. Some months ago an attractively-prepared brochure, setting out an earnest appeal for financial assistance to provide this extremely urgent and vital addition, was circulated among friends of the School. It is impossible for the Council to provide the necessary funds out of revenue. It, therefore, has to rely upon the goodwill and interest of those who are in a position generously to support such an appeal. Now that work upon the building has actually commenced, the Council renews its appeal, and hopes that a liberal response will be stimulated. The question of soaring costs upon every hand has deeply exercised the mind of Council. It has been found necessary, in common with gll similar schools, to revise school fees for next year in order to attempt to balance the budget. r nts have already been advised of what increases ticr,e been decided upon. Despite this fact, " is full to overflowing, and the Principal is ,,.neriencing great difficulty in giving favourable con-I.Aexation to applications for enrolment. The boarding _,.hoof accommodation is fully taxed for the next rt,.. years. The writer of these notes closes with the following lines, entitled the " Bridge Builder." These surely can be aptly applied to the care of a girl no less than that of a boy.

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OBITUARY THE LATE D. F. NEILSON A shadow was cast over the School year through the sudden death on 7th May of Mr. D. F. Neilson. To say that Mr. Neilson was the Secretary of the School from its foundation hardly describes the devoted, capable and effective leadership he gave in all the affairs of " Morongo " during the 31 years of its existence. Mr. Neilson was a Christian of great ability and enterprise, a radiant personality who lived to serve. All these great qualities he used Unsparingly for the welfare of this School, for, while he was interested in many great enterprises, not one of them usurped the primary place which " Morongo " held in his heart. The prestige of the School at present is in many respects a memorial to his vision and energy. We thank God that the life of one of His true servants was given so freely for " Morongo," and we pray that we may all do our part to keep the School true to the high ideals of such men as Mr. Neilson.

THE LATE OSWALD C. HEARNE Early in March last " Morongo " received -t very severe blow when one of its most valued members of Council, Mr. Oswald C. Hearne, passed away after a short illness. The late Mr. Hearne had been a member of the School Council for more than seventeen years. For part of that period he acted as Vice-Chairman. He was possessed of sound judgment, wide experience, and undoubted ability, coupled with a sincere unaffected friendliness, a genuine interest in everything around him, and an unbounded sense of humour. Our late friend, who was held in the highest esteem by all connected with " Morongo," demonstrated his great love for the School in many ants of generosity, and always gave a lead in cultural activities designed to equip the girls for future special service in the life of the community. We feel sure that the late Mr. Hearne's influence and example will always abide among " Morongo's " treasured memories. J.N.D.

THE LATE MRS. A. M. PARTINGTON Death was to strike a third time, for in October we lost Mrs. Partington, who for nearly twenty-one years had made the School's interest her own. It is quite impossible to put into words all that Mrs. Partington meant to " Morongo." Hers was truly a life of devoted service, an example and an inspiration to us all. Each day we miss her busy, happy presence. Her passing is sincerely mourned by each one of us.

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PARENTS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION The Annual Meeting of the Parents and Friends Association was held at " Morongo " on 20th April, when there was a very good attendance of parents and friends. After the meeting a short programme of interesting travel pictures of England was shown by Miss Janet Nall. The Garden Fete, held in the grounds of " Morongo " on 18th March in conjunction with the Junior Auxiliary and Old Collegians' Association, was very successful. The proceeds amounted to f303/18/-, which included £106/17/from the Work Stall conducted by the girls. The total amount was divided between the three Auxiliaries. Committee members have shown great interest by their regular attendance at the meetings held on the second Tuesday evening of each month at the Kindergarten. A very enjoyable social evening was held in July at the Geelong West Town Hall Supper

Room, gave parents an excellent opportunity to meet Miss Shaw and all members of the teaching staff. On Thursday, November 16th, at " Morongo," a Choral and Picture Night will be held, and it is hoped that there will be a good attendance of interested parents and friends. During the year the Association purchased a hundred chairs for the Assembly Hall, the funds being obtained from the Association's share of the proceeds from the Garden Fetes. A very special effort is being made by the Association to increase the membership. It is hoped that next year a greater number of parents will become members, and show their interest in the social functions held during the year. The Association extends sincere thanks to Miss Shaw and members of the School Staff for their helpful co-operation throughout the year. J. Pope, Hon. Secretary.

JUNIOR SCHOOL AUXILIARY An enthusiastic hearing has been given to a Our Auxiliary has once again enjoyed a very successful year, and with the steady increase in number of interesting speakers during the year, the rolls of the Junior School, our member- including Mrs. Warren, on Millinery; Miss H. ship has again grown, showing a taal of 73 Dawe, on Gardens ; Mrs. T. Duigan, on Diemembers. The 1950 office-bearers are : Presi- tetics ; Miss N. Venters, a travel talk ; and a dent, Mrs. E. C. Laird; Vice-Presidents, Mrs. 'helpful chat by Miss Shaw. The singing and handwork of the children, as usual, delighted S. Blakiston and Mrs. W. C. Murray ; Hon. the parents, and an Australian Tea met with a Secretary, Mrs. J. Gorrie ; Hon. Treasurer, Mrs. willing response. Stone ; Committee, Mesdames W. Aikman, G. E. This Association would like to thank Miss Blight, A. Eadie, M. Hirst, D. A. Kidd and Shaw for her unfailing interest, and to express H. G. Spafford. their appreciation to Miss Courtney, Miss Gray Once again our members enjoyed co-operating and Miss Cassidy for their willing co-operation with the Parents and Friends Association and and help during the year, the entertainment of the Old Collegians' Association in the organising the younger visitors being very much appreof what proved to be a most successful fete, ciated. both financially and as an opportunity for the The President wishes to thank all office-bearparents of the junior children to visit the ers and members for their enthusiastic support, Senior School. Our share of the money raised making for a year of very pleasant associations, we donated to the Senior School for the pur- and extends to all mothers of Junior School chase of chairs for the Assembly Hall. members a warm invitation to join this Gifts for the Christmas tree for one hundred Auxiliary. E. C. Laird, President. children will be provided this year.

SCHOOL NOTES MRS. A. M. PARTINGTON Died Tuesday, September 26th, 1950 All members of the House and School, and all friends of " Morongo " unite in expressing to the relatives of Mrs. Partington their sincere sympathy. Her loyalty and devotion to " Morongo " will ever be remembered. Several members of the Staff left us at the end of last year, namely, Miss Joshua, Miss

Sheppard, Miss Taylor and Miss Wolff. Miss Vautier has leave of absence, and is at present travelling, in Europe: Miss Burch has taken her place. During the year we were happy to welcome Miss Camm, Miss Harwood (who came from England), Mrs. Johnston, Miss Newnham and Miss Rowe. Miss Winstanley came as a temporary Sports Mistress, and after her departure we were happy to welcome as Assistant Sports Mistress Miss Baker, who has remained with

THE LUCERNIAN us throughout the. year. Both of these teachers are Old Collegians. During the course of the year we have had several Sports Mistresses : Miss Sandover, who left us in second term to be married, and also Miss Thomas, Miss Evans and Miss Cornish (from the Swords' Club, ,f Sydney). We were sorry to lose Miss Martin, who also left us to be married, and to both Miss Sandover and Miss Martin we extend our good wishes. We would like to extend our thanks to all friends of the School who have so generously helped us with their gifts and interest. We are particularly indebted to the Parents and Friends Association and the Junior School Auxiliary for their gift of chairs for our Assembly Hall.

JUNIOR SCHOOL NOTES Junior School life has been very active this year. The School has 99 pupils enrolled at present — a number which far exceeds its capacity. Miss Jean Dougall, one of our Old Giris, has been assisting with the Nursery group each morning. Our thanks are due to her for her help throughout the year and her interest in the children. Thank you, Miss Dougall Early in the year we had our musical afternoon. This function was well attended by the parents and friends, who were entertained by the children. This year we were able to hold our annual sports meeting. The weather favoured us, and it was with great excitement that we travelled out to Bell Post Hill. The afternoon ran very smoothly, the races and games being enjoyed no less by the children than by the spectators. Our Hobbies Day took place on October 17th. Handwork, hobbies and books were on display for visitors. Musical items were presented by the children during the afternoon. To improve the appearance of the grounds we have started a flower garden. The children were eager to bring all types of plants, which are already flourishing. All those interested in the Junior School and its inmates will be pleased to see that our new School is under way. We are looking forward to moving to our new site at Bell Post Hill in the near future.

PREFECTS' NOTES As the year draws to a close, we look back and fully realise how valuable are the experiences we have had during our year as Prefects. We have learned the lessons of true friendship and co-operation. Soon after the Prefects were announced as Mary Cattanach, Patricia Dean, Dorothy Jullien, Melba Marshall, Patricia McKay, and Barbra Wood, we elected Mary as our Head Girl. We were inducted by the Rev. R. A. Blackwood on Wednesday, April 19th. This year we were privileged to be the first " Morongo " Prefects to wear the new green blazers. During the year we have received many invitations the first of which was to the Old Col-

legians' " Back-to-School " Day early in first term. A play was presented by some of the members, and Miss Nan Venters gave a talk on her trip abroad, which we found most interesting. The first Royal Empire Society luncheon to which we were invited was attended by Mary and Dorothy, and on the second occasion they were accompanied by Patricia and Barbra. The addresses at both of these luncheons gave us much food for thought. On Wednesday, June 20th, Mary spoke to the members of the Rotary Club at their meeting on the subject of " The World To-day as a Girl Sees it." We were very pleased to be asked to assist on one of the stalls at the Red Cross Fete held at Baxter House. This was opened by Miss Jeanette Brooks, whom we were privileged to meet, and who afterwards visited " Morongo." Unfortunately, we were unable to be present at the Guide Rally, to which we were invited. The majority of our school activities were held during second and third terms, the most important of which was the Church Service conducted by the Rev. S. A. Goddard at bt. David's Presbyterian Church on October 13th. The sermon which Mr. Goddard preached on " Freedom " gave us many helpful ideas. Mary and Dorothy read the Bible Readings, and we all took up the offering. The School Dramatic Play was presented on August 20th, at which we ushered and sold programmes. It was decided to hold the School Dance on July 3rd, so early arrangements were made. We had as our guests Miss Shaw, several of the Staff, head prefects of the " Hermitage," and prefects and boys from Geelong College and Geelong Grammar School. Our thanks are due to Miss Pillow and all those who helped to make the evening such a success. Mary and Pat spent a happy evening as the guests of the " Hermitage " prefects at their dance. On August 12th we all enjoyed ourselves at the•College prefects' dance. We have already received invitations to the Grammar School dance, which is to be held on November 18th. Since first term we have been without our Prefects' Room, as it was needed to make a new form room. Also in first term, with some of the Probationers, we played a baseball match against the Staff, in which they showed their superiority. One of the events of the year which will long stand out in our memories is the long week-end in second term, which we spent at the home -)f our Head Prefect, in Woodend. We would like to thank Mary very much indeed for her capable leadership and help during the year. Another happy occasion was an evening spent at Barbra's home with some of the Probationers as the guests of her parents. To all the Probationers we extend our thanks for their willing co-operation and to the Staff for their advice and assistance. Right through 1950 Miss Shaw has wisely guided us through all our difficulties, and we offer her our most sincere thanks.

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CALENDAR OF SCHOOL EVENTS TERM I February 8th: With Mr. Blackwood, our School Chaplain, officiating at the service, our first assembli, for 1950 was conducted in front of the main school building. Mrs. Fallaw and Mr. Neilson welcomed us, and wished us well for the coming year, and Miss Shaw expressed the same wish as she warmly welcomed the new staff and girls. February 9th: As no combined assembly was held this morning, Miss Shaw announced through our broadcasting system the names of the girls who had been appointed Prefects, and we offer to them our congratulations. They were : Mary Cattanach, Patricia Dean, Dorothy Jullien, Patricia McKay, Melba Marshall and Barbra Wood. A large number of the senior girls joined the gathering of school children at Johnstone Park to greet His Excellency Sir Dallas Brooks. National songs were sung, and, after an inspiring address, Sir Dallas granted us a holiday for the following Monday. February 13th: We celebrated the holiday granted by the Governor of Victoria. February 14th: We congratulate the following girls on being appointed Probationers : Margaret Browne, Kathleen Davis, Eunice Hawson, Melitza Meidrum, Elaine Richardson, Margaret Shaw, Helen Thomson, Jean Trethowan and Rosemary Wood. Miss Shaw announced Mary Cattanach as Head Prefect for 1950. February 22nd: We had a unique entertainment to-day in the performance of Indian Temple Dances by Shivaram and Janaki. Miss. Lightfoot accompanied them and organised the programme for us. February 27th: A large number of girls attended an S.C.M. film which was shown in our hall. February 28th: The swimming heats were held at Eastern Beach. March 3rd: Our Swimming Sports were held at Eastern Beach this afternoon, and we congratulate Ardens on attaining the honours of the winning house. Harris was second, followed by Lawson and Roslyn. We extend our congratulations to the following champions.: Senior, Adrienne Clarke, Janet Hand (runner-up) ; Intermediate, Erica Wallace, Pat Bunyan (runner-up) ; Junior, Jacqueline de Ferranti, Anne Wray (runner-up).

March 4th: A busload of girls went up to Woodend to play tennis and baseball matches with Clyde School. March 18th: As the weather was not particularly pleasant for our annual Fete, the stalls were held in the quadrangle and classrooms,. Miss Sandove.r and Miss Winstanley organised a display of marching on the oval, and films were shown in the hall. March 21st: This morning Mr. Watson and Mr. Lui came to speak to us. Mr. Lui showed us some of the basic principles of the Chinese language and gave a large number of girls copies of the Gospel according to St. John. Some of the senior girls were fortunate in attending a television exhibition at the Hall of Honour. March 25th: The Prefects assisted at a Red Cross Fete held at Baxter House. During the afternoon Miss Brooks visited " Morongo," where she took a keen interest in our School and the activities she witnessed. March 27th: Assembly was held in the quadrangle this morning instead of in the form rooms, as previously this term. April 6th-12th: Easter vacation. April 12th: Mr. Chapman spoke to a number of girls this morning on the settlements and social conditions of Israel. April 15th: " Morongo " played P.L.C. baseball on the Glenferrie Oval. April 19th: At a special assembly this morning- Mr. Blackwood inducted the Prefects. April 21st: We were given a half-holiday so that we could attend the Boat Race heats on the Barwon River. April 22nd: " Morongo " visited M.C.E.G.G.S. to play baseball. April 24th: To-day we celebrated Shakespeare's birthday by performing scenes from the following plays : " Othello," " King Lear," " The Taming of the Shrew," "A Midsummer Night's Dream," " Julius Caesar "; a part of G. B. Shaw's play, " St. Joan," was also acted.

PROBATIONERS

Wood, Melitza Meldriun, Helen Thomson, Margaret Browne, Eunice Hawson. Back Row: Rosemary Front Row: Elaine Richardson, Kathleen Davis, Jean Trethowan. Absent: Margaret Shaw.

PREFECTS

Back Row: Patricia Dean, Patricia McKay, Barbra Wood. Front Row: Melba Marshall, Mary Cattanach (Head Girl), Dorothy Jullien.

THE LUCERNIAN April 24th: Mr. Eadie conducted our Anzac Service this morning. A team comprising Prefects and Probationers was defeated in an exciting baseball match against the Staff. April 26th: The lower forms and a number of parents attended a play presented by Miss Apted's junior students. April 29th: The " Hermitage " v. "Morongo " baseball match was played at the Geelong West Oval. During the afternoon many Old Collegians came out to " Morongo " and spent an enjoyable time meeting old friends again. A play was presented by the Dramatic Society, and Miss Nan Venters gave a most interesting talk about her experiences abroad. May 6th: " Morongo " visited M.L.C. to play baseball. May 7th: Following a choir practice at Geelong College this morning, we attended a combined service in the afternoon in connection with the Geelong College United Nations' Festival. May 8th: The Prefects accompanied Miss Shaw and Miss Pillow when they attended a service for the late Mr. D. F. Neilson at St. David's Church. As the funeral passed along, the girls of " Morongo " lined the Anakie Road. May 9th: The higher grade music students attended a talk by Mr. Biggens and Mr. Steele at the Gordon Institute of Technology. May 11th: After mark-reading this afternoon school closed for the May vacation. TERM II May 30th: School resumed. June 3rd: After much industrious organisation, the Senior Dance was held at " Morongo," at which Miss Shaw, Miss Pillow, Miss Baker and Miss Dodds were our guests. Two of the " Hermitage" Prefects and a large number of boys from Geelong Grammar School and Geelong College was also present, making the evening one of gaiety and enjoyment. June 9th: At lunch-time to-day Miss Hotchin gave us a short talk on the activities of the Australian Christian Movement. Lawson and Roslyn held a combined social this evening. June 13th: It has been decided to hold Tuesday's assembly in the form rooms in future, as the reading of the lists tends to make us late for morning lessons.

Mrs. Southwell gave many senior girls some helpful ideas in her talk this morning on " Teaching as a Career." June 14th: A large number of girls received skin tests for diphtheria. June 16th: With a number of students from the Geelong High School, the Matriculation girls went to see " King Lear " at the Melbourne Repertory Theatre. June 20th: The Sacred Heart Convent basketball teams visited " Morongo " to play several matches. June 22nd: Sacred Heart Convent v. " Morongo " junior basketball matches. June 23rd: Harris and Ardens held a combined social evening. June 24th: P.L.C. visited " Morongo " to play tennis and basketball. June 27th: " Morongo " visited the Sacred Heart Convent to play basketball. June 29th: Geelong High School v. " Morongo " hockey matches. June 30th: A busload of girls from Leaving and Matriculation attended a performance of " Henry IV " at Geelong Grammar School. July 1st: M.C.E.G.G.S. visited " Morongo " to play association matches. July 3rd: A film was shown to a number of senior girls and a lecture given on " Teaching as a Career." July 8th: The " Hermitage " v. " Morongo " in the association matches. July 14th-17th: Long week-end. July 20thi: Sub-Intermediate and a number of music students attended a Symphony Concert at the Plaza Theatre. July 22nd: A busload of girls from " Clyde " came to play matches to-day. July 26th: The Teachers' Training College v. " Morongo." July 29th: M.L.C. visited " Morongo " to play association matches. " The Importance of Being Earnest " was presented by Miss Apted for the benefit of the Matriculation students.

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August 2nd: " Morongo " played the Teachers' Training College hockey. August 4th: " Morongo " v. the Geelong High School. August 5th: Two busloads of girls from St. Catherine's came down to play matches. August 9th: The Right Rev. Mr. Blanchard, the Moderator-General of Australia, visited us to-day. In his address he suggested that we should be like a revolving wheel, and give out good, rather than a whirlpool, and live within ourselves. August 15th: The School was open to-day in connection with Education Week in Victoria. August 17th: " Morongo " took part in the Music Festival in the Geelong Theatre. A number of senior girls attended an English lecture given in the Davidson Hall by Mr. McMahon. August 18th: The _Matriculation Class attended an English Expression Lecture at the Gordon Institute of Technology. The British History students were also present this afternoon to hear a lecture on " Federation." August 22nd: Several of our girls played in the Geelong Junior Symphony Orchestra this morning. During the afternoon the majority of the girls attended the School play, " The Admirable Crichton," at which parents and friends were also present. August 23rd: " The Admirable Crichton " was performed successfully at night. August 24th: Term II ended with mark-reading this afternoon.

McDougall; runner-up, A. McInnes ; Under 16, H. Manger, J. Pope ; runner-up, E. Wills ; Under 14, J. Anderson ; runner-up, P. Rasmussen ; Under 12, P. Burrell; runner-up, J. de Ferranti ; Under 10, B. Burnside ; runner-up, F. Gordon. September 26th: Two senior girls gave interesting talks on U.N.E.S.C.O. September 27th: The Test Examinations began. October 4th: We were very privileged to-day in seeing the blankets which Hirst's Woollen Mills are sending to Princess Anne. October 7th: M.L.C. visited " Morongo " to play junior baseball matches. A number of our girls took part in a tennis tournament at the " Hermitage " Fete. October 13th: The girls in the Choir attended a choir practice at St. David's, where Mr. Firth kindly acted as organist for us. October 15th: Our Annual Church Service was held at St. David's this evening, the Rev. Goddard being the preacher. His sermon was based on " Christian Schools and the Growth of Freedom," and seemed particularly significant to us in these times of unrest. The Choir presented the anthem, " Lord, For Thy' Tender Mercies' Sake," very ably, and closed the service with the singing of the Vesper, " Now on Land and Sea Descending." October 28th: " Morongo " visited the " Hermitage " to play a junior baseball match. November 7th: The magazine went to print.

TERM III September 12th: Boarders returned. September 13th: School began a day later than anticipated owing to the holiday granted to celebrate the birth of Princess Anne. September 16th: The athletic heats were successfully held thi'; morning. September 16th: We congratulate Harris on winning the Athletic Sports, which were held to-day under the capable management of Miss Baker and Miss Evans. Ardens was second, followed by Lawson and Roslyn. We congratulate the following champions on their success : Open, B.

THE CAST OF "ST. JOAN"

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HOUSE NOTES ARDENS " Seek Wisdom." Throughout the year we were glad to welcome many new girls and Staff, Miss Harwood and Miss Camm to our House. We have been very pleased to see how willingly they have entered into the House activities. In first term the Swimming Snorts were held, and we were successful in gaining the highest number of points, and now hold the Ena Miller Shield for 1950. We congratulate all champions, especially A. Clarke, Senior Champion, and J. Hand, runner-up ; J. de Ferranti, Junior Champion; and A. Wray, runner-up, who are members of krdens. The House baseball and tennis matches were also held during first term. We would like to extend our congratulations to Roslyn on winning the Baseball Shield and Tennis Cups. During second term Ardens and Harris held a combined social evening, which was held in order that the girls might get to know one another. The evening was very successful. and we hone Harris enioved themselves as much as Also during this term the House we did. basketball and hockey matches were held. The success of these matches went to Lawson on winning the former and Roslyn on winning the latter, and we extend to them our congratulations. Our Athletic Snorts were held during third term. and we heartily cono-ratiilate T-T-rris on winning the Margaret Shannon Cnn. We would like to thank our Own girls who did so well. esnecially T. Anderson. Ch-,rnninn TTnder T. de Ferranti. runner-nn TTnder 12; and F. Gordon. runner-un Under 10. The third term lists (4 the dehits and credits On 1171,;,-11 1-1-1 p ilkTnrIr C1-“pld is a warded are tint vet finalised. and all T-Tnilses are ea crerly a.waitino- the results, hoping they may be the winners. 10,e to ',tend my thanks to all Ardens T 11,p sit nnni-4- orl mP cn NA7,>11 tlirr , girls lifics Pilln117 l'f;ss artrl 4-n lkfr5 pnrIfIs lkif;cq Pnwlev. Mice T-Tarwrwl. and livf;s rnrnm for +1-,c4r loyal support and interest in all

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House activities. To those leavinq we send our very best wishes for their fntnre. whatever that may he, and to those returning every success for 1951. E. Hawson.

HARRIS "Not failure, but low aim, is crime." Although Harris has not been successful in all spheres of school life, I feel all members have shown much interest and enthusiasm. At the beginning of the year we welcomed many new girls, who have entered happily into the spirit of all House activities.

Our hearty congratulations go to Ardens for winning the Swimming Sports, and to all the champions, especially Erica Wallace, who was Intermediate Champion. Our congratulations also go to Roslyn for winning the baseball and tennis matches, which were held during first term. In second term both basketball and hockey matches were played with enthusiasm, and we congratulate Lawson and Roslyn, respectively. on being successful. An enjoyable evening was spent during second term at a social held by Ardens and Harris. On September 23rd our Athletic Sports were held, and keen competition was shown between all Houses. Harris was successful in winnin ,2,the Margaret Shannon Memorial Cup for Athletics. Our congratulations go to all the champions, and we are especially proud of Beverley McDougall, who was Senior Champion ; Joan Pope, who was equal first with Helen Manger in the Under 16 Championship ; and Patsy Rasmussen, who was runner-up to Janice Anderson in the Under 14 Championship. This year we have proved quite successful in the competitions for the Work and Sports Shield, being first in first term and second in second term. Needless to say, we are eagerly awaiting the results of this final term. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our House Mistresses, Miss Ohlson, Miss Evans, Miss Sutherland and Miss Parkinson, who have always been ready to assist us. To the girls who are leaving we wish the best of luck in whatever work they are taking up, and for those who are returning there is the task of helping new girls on their way and upholding the tradition of our House. Margaret Browne.

LAW SON " To strive, to seek, to find, but not to yield." Although we have not had brilliant successes in every .field of sport or work, Lawson has had a most successful year. There has been enthusiasm for all teams, which has been very pleasing. Little do they realise what a thrill it gives their House leaders to see enthusiasm in the different House activities. We would like to congratulate the other Houses on their successes during the year— Roslyn at tennis, baseball and hockey ; Ardens at swimming, and in this sphere we were particularly proud of P. Bunyan, who was runnerup to the Intermediate champion ; Harris was successful at athletics, and here we would like to congratulate H. Manger, who was Intermediate champion. Competition has been keen between all Houses this year, as they have reached almost the same standard.

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At the beginning of the year many new girls swelled our ranks, and our happy family totalled 79. Amongst us we have many thriving juniors, and it is to them that we look for future success. We were pleased to welcome Miss Rowe to our House Staff, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank Miss Botterill, Miss Dale, Miss Hoffman and Mrs. Kennedy for their loyal support. During second term there were several House socials, and we were fortunate in having a combined one with Roslyn, which proved a huge success. At the end of this year we will have to say " good-bye " to many of our seniors. To these girls I say a hearty " Thank you " for their untiring help and interest. Many problems face the House Captains, and it is always a comfort to find senior girls who can help and advise matters. In addition, I should like to thank Roma Knights, who has given her valuable assistance right throughout the year. To those girls who leave the gates as schoolgirls for the last time, we wish a happy and successful future, while to those returning we give the reminder that it is up to them to uphold the motto, spirit and reputation of Lawson House throughout all school activities. ROSLYN " We are judged by our deeds." This year Roslyn has done very commendably in sport, and the new girls whom we welcomed

to the House at the beginning of the year have all worked together to keep the blue flag on top. Our first inter-house event of the year was the Swimming Sports, which were won by Ardens. We would like to congratulate A. Clarke on being Senior Champion, E. Wallace and J. de Ferranti on being Intermediate and Junior Champions, respectively. We were fortunate in having a number of girls from the School Hockey Teams in our House, and we were able to win the Hockey Shield. We also won the Baseball and Tennis Shields. Last year the Athletic Sports were, unfortunately, cancelled, due to the epidemic of Poliomyelitis, but this year our sports were held with great interest and expectation, and we would like to congratulate Harris on winning the much-coveted Sports Cup. Lawson's basketball teams showed keenness, and succeeded splendidly in winning the Marion Rankin Shield for Basketball. We would like to welcome Miss Newnham to our House, and thank her and all the other members of the Staff, Miss Hope, Miss Leigh, Miss Tabart, and Miss Barr, for their help and support throughout the year. To those who will be leaving at the end of the year the House wishes the best of luck and happiness in their new spheres of life ; the duty of carrying on in a way befitting their School and House is handed to those who are returning. M. Meldrum.

BOARDERS' DIARY, 1950 February 7th: Boarders returned to school. We all feel very sorry to hear of Miss Hope's illness, and wish her a speedy recovery. February llth: A tennis tournament was held to-day, Melba Marshall and Jennifer Biddulph being the- _winners. The games played succeeded in introducing a number of the new girls. February 13th: As a holiday was granted to-day by Sir Dallas Brooks, we spent a most enjoyable day at Torquay, thanks to the generosity of our School Council. February 18th: " A Yank in Oxford " was shown in our hall to-night. February 24th: The House Captains in the Boarding House were announced to-night. They are :—David : E. Hawson ; Vice-Captain, J. Paterson ; Hearne : M. Meldrum; Vice-Captain, M. Marshall ; McPhee : R. Wood ; Vice-Captain, G. Holt ; Nielson: M. Browne; Vice-Captain, A, Macmillan,

February 25th: A number of senior boarders presented a " Baseball Ballet " this evening. March 5th: Mr. McLean came out to-day to take our service, his subject being " Temptation." March 9th. Owing to our poliomyelitis restrictions, we were unable to attend a Celebrity Concert in Geelong to-night, so we listened to the broadcast in the hall. March 11th: We saw the film entitled " Firefly." March 12th: Mr. Blackwood conducted our service to-day. He spoke on " Am I fit to live with ? " April 1st: Miss Venters gave us a most interesting talk on her recent trip to the Continent as our first meeting of the Music Club for the year.

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Back Row: Ann Macmillan, Rosemary Wood, Eunice Hawson. Mary Cattanach, Margaret Carson, Wendy Sjogren, Lynton McMiken, Melitza Meldrum, Centre Row: Margaret Browne, Melba Marshall. Front Row: Elaine Richardson, Jean Paterson, Helen Thomson. Patricia Dean, Francis Lowson, Judith Newall, Margaret Shaw, Elaine Whittacker. Absent:

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SPORT BASEBALL Baseball was enthusiastically practised in first term by the seniors, both for the Association matches and for the House matches. The team was defeated in all Public School matches. Merton Hall defeated " Moronp-o." 44 runs to 11 P L C. defeated " Moroncro " 33 runs to 24 : M defeated " Mnronp-0," 19 rims to 5 : the " Hermita ge " defeated"Mnronoo." 38 runs to 17. Desnite these defeats. baseball is becoming more popular amonost the juniors, and it is honed the standard will be improved even more in the future. The fnllowinp- zirls are to he Poncrratiiinted on their inclusion in the F:rst VITT M. Meldrnrn (Cant.). E. I-Lawson (Vice-Captain). M. Marshall. M. Cattanach. R. Knights, B. Bell, A. McInnes and E. Wills. Roslyn nroved its superiority in the House matches by winning the Eileen Buckhurst Shield. Our thanks are due to Miss Winstanley, Miss Sandover and Miss Baker, who gave up so much of their valuable time to coach us throughout the season. M. Meldrum.

BASKETBALL The interest in basketball this year was very pleasing- to see, and the continued enthusiasm proved to make 10q0 a successful year for the School Basketball Team. The following girls are to be congratulated in gaining Places in the School VII: M. Meldrum (Captain), R. Knicrhts (Vice-Captain), E. Wills. A. Lindsay, L. Deane, A. Clarke, and B. Bell. Our first match was played against P.L.C., who defeated us, 29 goals to 18; M.L.C. also defeated us, 33 goals to 16. We were successful in winning both the basketball matches against Merton Hall and the " Hermitage." Besides the Association matches, we were fortunate in being- able to play matches against St. Catherine's, Geelong Teachers' College, and the High School, in all of which we were victorious. This year an under 13 basketball team was included in the Association, and although they and the junior team had very little success, we feel that they have gained valuable experience, which will help them in the future. The match of the season was the Staff v. School Team basketball match. This proved to be a most exciting and entertaining game, resulting in a draw-13 goals all.

Our congratulations go to Lawson, who won the Marion Rankin Shield for Basketball. Our success in the matches this year was due to 'the keen supervision and interest of Miss Baker, and the teams would like to thank her. I would also like to take this opportunity to wish next year's teams a very enjoyable and successful season. M. Meldrum.

HOCKEY It has been particularly pleasing to find so many girls genuinely interested in hockey this year, and although we have not had a great deal of success, a large number of girls has had the experience of playing in matches, and next year's teams should benefit accordingly. A second hockey team, which played several matches, was formed this year, raising our standard of play and creating great competition for the teams. We congratulate Roslyn on winning the Ruth Macmillan Hockey Shield and the " Hermitage on winning the premiership in the Public Schools' Association, and thank all the teams with whom we played such enjoyable matches. Although Miss Sandover and Miss Thomas have both left us, we do extend to them our sincere thanks for their conscientious coaching and enthusiasm. M. Cattanach.

SWIMMING SPORTS Our annual swimming sports were held on the afternoon of March 3rd, and the traditional barracking from the onlookers was very enthusiastic. Once again Ardens was very successful in winning the Ena Miller Shield, with 83 points, followed by Harris, with 49 points, Lawson, with 35 points, and Roslyn, with 20 points. We would like to congratulate the following girls, who did so well for their houses :—Senior : A. Clarke ; runner-up, J. Hand. Intermediate : E. Wallace ; runner-up, P. Bunyan. Junior : J. de Ferranti ; runner-up, A. Wray. To Miss Winstanley I would like to convey our sincere thanks for enabling the sports to run so smoothly. M. Meldrum.

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TENNIS Throughout all terms this year considerable interest has been taken in tennis, especially second term, in which the Public School Association matches were played. Much enthusiasm was shown by those girls who gained positions in the three teams selected to represent the School. These girls are to be congratulated on being chosen for the First VIII: Elizabeth Stephens, Patricia Dean, Melitza Meldrurn, Beverley Bell, Melba Marshall, Margaret Browne, Alison McInnes, and Muriel Gell. Throughout our teams we were not altogether successful. The junior team won some of their matches, which shows promise for future years. From these matches we have gained valuable experience in a most enjoyable way. We thank those girls from other teams with whom we had such friendly games, and congratulate the M.L.C. team on their success. During the first term the inter-house matches were played, and we congratulate Roslyn on winning both junior and senior divisions. Early in the term we visited Clyde, and though defeated spent a pleasant day as their guests. We also played a practice game kindly arranged by Mr. Quick with boys from Geelong College. _ The School championships were contested during third term, and we congratulate the following champions :—School, Beverley Bell ; Senior Singles, Audrey Madden; Junior Singles, Janice Anderson; Senior Doubles, Eunice Hawson and Mary Cattanach ; Junior Doubles, Meredith McMillan and Sally Harris. On behalf of the First Team I would like to thank Mr. Wood for the most helpful advice and coaching which he has given us throughout the year, and also extend our thanks to Miss Winstanley, Miss Baker, Miss Sandover and Miss Thomas, who have arranged our matches so capably and given us their willing support. Last but not least, I would like to thank ali the teams for their most helpful co-operation and all those who helped to make our match days run so smoothly. To next year's teams we wish a successful season in upholding a high standard of School sportsmanship. Patricia Dean.

ATHLETIC SPORTS On September 23rd the annual " Morongo " Athletic Sports were held. Despite the threatening weather in the morning, the afternoon was quite pleasant, and there was a good attendance of parents and friends. We should like to congratulate the champions on their brilliant wins. They were :—Open. B. McDougall ; runner-up, A. McInnes ; Intermediate, H. Manger and J. Pope ; runner-up, E. Wills ; Junior, J. Anderson; runner-up, P. Rasmussen.

Harris was the winning House, with a grand total of 166 points ; Ardens second, with 141 points ; Lawson third, with 132 points ; and last but not least, Roslyn, with 121 points. In conclusion, I would like to thank all those who made the sports a success, especially the judges, Miss Thomas, Miss Evans, and Miss Baker, who gave so much of their time to make the sports run smoothly, and we do fully appreciate their work in order to make the sports a success. Melba Marshall.

COLOUR AWARDS SCHOOL Swimming: J. Hand, E. Wallace. Baseball: B. Bell, M. Cattanach, M. Marshall, E. Wills. Tennis: B. Bell, M. Browne, M. Gell. Hockey: J. Errey, J. Hand, A. Macmillan, Margaret McGregor, E. Whittaker, R. Wood. Basketball: A. Clarke, B. Bell, L. Deane, N. Lindsay; E. Wills. Athletics: B. McDougall, A. McInnes. HOUSE Ardens: A. Clarke, J. Fargie, J. Hand, I. Jewell, E. Lehmann, L. McMiken, E. W ills. Harris: B. Bell, S. Fletcher, P. Honey, D. Jullien, A. Macmillan, B. McDougall, J. Pope. Lawson: M. Brookes, L. Deane, E. Fairnie, A. Lindsay, Margaret McGregor, W. Sjogren, S. Sutherland. Roslyn: M. Carson, J. Errey, S. Harris, A. Izard, J. Newall, E. Richardson, E. Alv hittaker.

SHIELDS AND CUPS 1950 AWARDS 1. Ena Miller Shield (Swimming): ARDENS. 2. Eileen Buckhurst Shield (Baseball): ROSLYN. 3. Marion Rankin Shield (Basketball): LAW SON. 4. Mrs. H. B. Simson Junior Tennis Cup: ROSLYN. 5. Hitchcock Tennis Cup: ROSLYN. 6. Margaret Shannon Memorial Cup (Athletics): HARRIS. 7. Miss Lewis Hirst's Cup (Work and Sport): 8. Charles Neville Cup (Inter-House Sport): 9. Pettit Shield (Work): 10. Ruth Macmillan Shield (Hockey): ROSLYN.

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SCHOOL ACTIVITIES FORUM NOTES

LIBRARY REPORT

Meetings of the Forum, at which Miss Sliaw and Miss Sutherland presided, were held on Mondays throughout the year, and were attended by the Prefects, House Captains and ViceCaptains, and one representative from each House. Various matters concerning the School were discussed at these meetings, in particular, the Social Service activities for the year. Lists of credits and debits for work and conduct were read and recorded by the House Captains. We are grateful to Miss Shaw and Miss Sutherland for their support and advice, which have been of great help to us in all our activities. Patricia McKay.

When we returned to school at the beginning of the year, the Matriculation Form occupied the Library, and some inconvenience was experienced in obtaining books. Also, many lunch-hours were spent with other activities. However, during second and third terms, there has been a considerable increase in membership, particularly among the junior girls. We would like to remind the seniors once again that there are also many fiction and reference books to interest them. This year, as in previous years, we have received a number of generous gifts from friends of the School. They include fiction and travel books, several encyclopaedias, and two interesting books on the early settlement and residents of Geelong and district. Among others, we would like to thank Mr. David, Mrs. McPhee, Mrs. D. F. Neilson, Mrs. Swanson and Mr. J. R. Griffiths. Several books were also purchased with School funds. For .a long time we have not been able to accommodate adequately our increasing supply of books. The need of more shelf room had become a pressing problem, and we were more than grateful for a donation of £50 from a friend of the School, enabling us to extend our Library. We would especially like to thank Miss Hope for her continual help and interest, the members of the Library Committee, and all other girls who have helped to check and tidy the Library. D. Jullien, M. Cattanach.

ARTS AND CRAFTS " Patience is a virtue." This year our Arts and Crafts Room has been overcrowded, but plans are being made to have the extension finished for next year's classes. Each girl has shown an enthusiastic interest in the work set down in the course, with the result that very useful articles have been made. Many new ideas in combinations of threads and patterns have been attempted both on the twoshaft and four-shaft looms. We owe a great debt of gratitude to Mr. Arnott, of the Returned Soldiers and Sailors' Mill, who has again helped so willingly in the supplying of yarn for material lengths (woven in checks and tartans) ; and also for processing these lengths, which are now ready to be made up. It is very pleasing to note the keenness of the junior forms in both drawing and craft subjects. The dressmaking classes have made very good progress, and we hope that at the Mannequin Parade on the day of our annual exhibition the girls will display their work for the year. During Education Week, work from the drawing and craft classes was displayed at the Geelong Art Gallery in the exhibition arranged for the secondary schools of Geelong. We were pleased to see that our work compared very favourably with that of other schools. A freer type of drawing is being attempted, especially in the junior forms, where they are using mediums such as oil and water colours, pen and ink, pencil, pastel and brush work. Let us congratulate the girls who passed the Art and Craft Examinations in 1949, and wish those entering the 1950 examinations every success. In conclusion we would like to give special thanks to Miss Howard and Miss Hoffmann for the time, interest and patience they have shown in each individual girl. J. Paterson J. Trethowan.

CAMERA CLUB For the Camera Club this year Mr. Barclay has given us a series of interesting lectures on photography which have been illustrated from time to time with slides. We were also able to hold another competition this year. More competitors were able to enter, and, on the whole, there was an improvement in the photos themselves. We would like to thank Miss Barr for her work and helpful advice given throughout the year. L. McMiken.

FILM CLUB Miss Ohlson has again very generously given up her time for us this year, and made the continuation of the Film Club possible. She goes to a great deal of trouble to procure suitable films which will interest everyone, and these have been shown frequently on Fridays during the year. We extend our very warm thanks to you Miss Ohlson, and hope that the • enjoyment you gain from the films overcome the inconvenience which sometimes results from the running of the projector. Mary Cattanach.

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CHOIR NOTES During first term a choir of forty senior girls combined with the Geelong College Choir in a special service on the College Oval, as part of the United Nations' Festival. Besides various hymns, which were sung with the College Choir, the " Morongo " Choir rendered a French anthem. On August 17th Mrs. Thomas' choir sang two items as part of the annual Geelong Festival of Music. Our very sincere thanks are due to Mrs. Thomas, who taught and conducted the choir ; and also to Mary Cattanach, who was the accompaniste at the Festival. As usual, the School Choir has helped in leading the hymn singing in Assembly each morning. Several new hymns have been learnt this year, and we. would like to express to Miss Butler our appreciation for the time she has given up to take the Choir for one period every Friday. On Sunday, October 15th, the Choir sang an anthem, " Lord for Thy Tender Mercies' Sake," at the School Church Service. The hymn sin` ing was led by the Choir, which also sang the lovely vesper, " Now on Land and Sea Descending," at the close of the service. To all those people who have helped in various ways to make the singing of the Choir successful, we extend our very sincere thanks. We hope that those returning next year, as well as those coming up from the Junior School, will keep the standard of " Morongo's " singing high. Rosemary Wood.

LITERARY CLUB Several meetings of the Literary Club have been held on Wednesdays at lunch time. Two modern one-act plays were presented by Intermediate girls. They were " The Ugly Duckling " and " The Doctor From*Dunmore." Members of the Matriculation Form presented amusing screen scene from " The School for Scandal," by R. B. Sheridan. The success of these meetings is due to Miss Hope, and we thank her for the work she has done in preparing and presenting the plays. Dorothy Jullien.

SOCIAL SERVICE This year the Staff and girls have responded readily to the various appeals. Early in first term it was decided to collect knitted garments for the Bethany Babies' Home, as has been done in other years. Early in second term a parcel of singlets, jumpers, socklets and other artieles was sent to the home. Also in first term there was a Staff v. Prefects' baseball match, which, besides affording much amusement, contributed towards our Social Service Fund. Miss Shaw reminded us that all girls interested in Social Service work . automatically become members of the Junior Red Cross, and two

meetings were held early in second term, in which definite projects were planned for she term. A collection was taken up, the money going to provide a picture night for the Spastic Children's Centre, in Melbourne. A project book containing pictures and descriptions of the Geelong district and of our School, has been prepared, and will be sent to a school in Pakistan. This is part of a plan worked out by the Red Cross, in which such books are prepared and exchanged between children in different nations. Several squares have been knitted during the year, and are now being made up into a large and colourful rug, to be sent to the Cottage by the Sea, Queenscliff. We also had a penny drive ; the words, " Save the Children" were printed and filled in with pennies. In one week £1/10/- was collected for the " Save the Children " Fund. At the •beginning of third term, two of the senior girls gave an interesting talk about the U.N.E.S.C.O. Conference, which they had attended during the holidays as representatives of " Morongo." This term also, Sub-Intermediate held a very entertaining mannequin parade, the proceeds from which went towards our Social Service Fund. Thirty-five dozen eggs were collected for the hospital from day girls and boarders. It has been suggested by one of our Old Collegians that we should collect a number of pictures to decorate the walls and interest the children of the Bethany Home. Already several quaint and amusing pictures have been brought, and these, and others, will be sent iv before the term ends. We would like to thank Miss Shaw and Miss Camm most sincerely for their enthusiasm throughout the year ; they have shown us the reason why we should willingly help other people, and even although the amount we can contribute may be small, we should show continual interest in the welfare of those less fortunate than ourselves. Rosemary Wood. Social Service Balance Sheet Credit Balance from 1949 .. • Spastic Centre Red Cross .. Social Service

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DRAMATIC NOTES If you happened to be walking past the School Hall the Monday and Tuesday before the School play was presented, the din issuing forth would have made you curious enough to look in and see if the place was being carved up or not. But the sight ,that greeted your eyes would have made you flee, lest you were pounced upon to paint logs, hang curtains, or nail up bamboo and tall grass to try and give a " jungley " effect. Above the sound of hammers, saws, and the hum of chatter would emerge now and again the doubtful strains of " Bamboo." At last the stage was set, and the curtain went up on J. M. Barrie's satire, " The Admirable Crichton," the story of a haughty aristocratic English household in Mayfair. The head of the house, Lord Loam, liked to think himself a democrat, and once a month had the servants up to tea. This custom was not approved of by his three daughters, the Ladies Mary, Catherine and Agatha Lasenby, or Crichton, the butler. Lady Mary's fiance, the insignificant Lord Brocklehurst, reviewed the whole affair with disgust, as mother wouldn't like it. The Hon. Ernest Woolley rather enjoys it, as it gives him a chance to make use of his endless store of epigrams. The Rev. John Treherne takes these parties as a matter of course, thinking more of turf and bowling. The second act brings us a picture of the party, which includes Crichton and Tweeny, a kitchen-maid turned ladies' maid, wrecked on a desert island. Only Lord Loam is absent, but he soon puts in an appearance, Ernest taking him for a tiger-cat. It is seen that Crichton is gradually becoming master, but Lady Mary only realises this. Within two years Crichton makes tools, harnesses water power, and builds a comfortable home. He becomes engaged to Lady Mary, vastly changed from that cold, haughty, and insolent girl. But that night a ship arrives. He might have allowed it to sail away, but determined to play the game, he fires the beacons. The final act introduces a fresh personality, in the character of the Countess of Brocklehurst, a suspicious, domineering, shrewd, old lady. It seems as if the romance between Crichton and Lady Mary will be revealed by innocent Tweeny, but Crichton intervenes, and the play ends on a note of relief. The properties for the play were borrowed from Miss Apted and the School, and we would like to thank others who so willingly lent their time and possessions to make the play a success. In particular, we would like to thank. Miss Shaw and Miss Pillow, who not only supplied properties, but gave assistance and encouragement throughout. We would also like to thank Miss Baker for her valuable assistance in changing the scenery between acts, and the Prefects, who so capably did the ushering and programme-selling.

During second term a Boarders' Dramatic Club was formed, under the direction of Miss Hope, whose untiring efforts gave us an evening of great delight and amusement. Towards the end of third term Miss Apted successfully produced two other plays—" To Pay the Piper " and " Slippers of Cinderella "—both of which we found very enjoyable. In conclusion, we would like to thank Miss Apted for her unfailing support, and to say how much we have enjoyed working with her. To Miss Apted and the girls of the School Dramatic Club of 1951 we extend our best wishes for a happy and successful year. Ann Macmillan.

FRENCH CLUB The French Club this year has not been so active during third term as first and second terms, during which several meetings were held ir. the School Hall on alternate Wednesdays. Items consisted of plays and songs acted by the various French classes, and with community singing of well-known French songs. Early in the first term girls from Leaving and Matriculation French Forms went to a film presentation at Geelong College at which Margaret Ellis received a medal as first prize in the Alliance Francaise essay competition held in 1949. The Alliance Francaise Examinations were held at the Geelong High School on August 12th, and many of our girls were successful. The Matriculation students were most fortunate in being able to be present at a performance of their set play, " Le Medecin Malgre Lui," at Nicholas Hall on August 4th. On October 20th they attended a French film at the G.A.M.A. Theatre, Geelong. To those members of Staff, Miss Botterill, Miss Evans and Miss Newnham, who have made our club meetings such a success, and especially Miss Shaw, for her continual interest, we extend our sincere thanks. We hope that next year members will continue to enjoy their meetings, as we have this year. Patricia Dean, Patricia McKay.

TUCK SHOP The Tuck Shop this year has been very popular, owing to the addition of an ice-cream refrigerator and the selling of soft drinks, as well as the usual sweets and milk shakes. Day girls are fortunate in being able to buy bread rolls and meat pies for lunch. A new system for serving in the Tuck Shop has been organised. Each House is in charge for a week, and six senior girls help each day at recess and lunch-time. Mrs. Lilburne supervises this work, and awards points to each House according to their efficiency. Our thanks go to Mrs. Lilburne, who has done so much for the Tuck Shop during the year. E. Hawson.

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MUSIC CLUB The Music Club has had a very successful year, and our thanks go to Miss Shaw (Patroness), Miss Wadelton (President) and Misses Butler, Dale and Littleton (Vice-Presidents). Once again the Music Club has been chosen from the Boarding Houses, and consists of the following :—McPhee House : Mary Cattanach, Rosemary Wood, Gwenda Holt ; Hearne House : Melitza Meldrum, Melba Marshall ; Neilson House : Margaret Browne, Ann Macmillan ; David House : Eunice Hawson, Jean Paterson, with Eunice Hawson as Secretary and Treasurer. The opening meeting of our Music Club for 1950 was held on April 1st, when Miss Nan Venters, an Old Collegian of the School, ga-e us a most interesting and vivid account of her experiences during a holiday spent in England, Scotland and on the Continent. The first meeting for second term was a " Two Piano Recital," given by more advanced music students of the School, the programme consisting of duos and quartettes, at which a large audience of parents and friends, as well as members of the Club, were present. On August 5th we felt very privileged in having Sally Mayes (winner of the Clark Scholarship for 1950) and Barbara Bossence (an Old Collegian and Ormond Exhibitioner of the University Conservatorium of Music) with us, when they gave us a most enjoyable recital, consisting of piano solos and songs. On the last Sunday of second term we held our Annual House Music Competitions, with Mrs. Hoe acting as our adjudicator. Each House sang a two-part hymn and a song in uni-

son and descant of their own choice. Our congratulations go to McPhee on being the winning House. We would like to take this opportunity of thanking the four Music Staff who helped train the choirs and pianists to such high standards. At the beginning of this term Miss L. Sto.:t and her senior students gave us an interesting programme of songs and arias. This year some of the senior boarders were fortunate in attending three of the four Celebrity Concerts held in Geelong. the first being on June 1st and given by William Herbert, tenor, who sang a variety of songs. The next concert was held on September 28th ; this was given by the Robert Masters' Quartette, and the last for the year was given on October 12th by the visiting artist, Gyorgy Sandor, the famous pianist. Some of the girls had the honour of meeting him personally after the recital. A concert given by the famous violinist, Campoli, was attended by a number of our girls ; this experience will stand out as one of the highlights in our musical year. During this year a Music Lovers' Group was formed, and girls—lovers of music in the true sense—gather together on Sunday afternoons to listen to and enjoy chosen records for half an hour or more. In conclusion, I would like to thank Miss Pillow for providing such delightful suppers after our meetings. Also Miss Wadelton, whom I would like to thank most sincerely for having shown so much interest in the Club and who has gone to no end of trouble to organise our meetings in order that we might extend our musical knowledge and appreciation. Eunice Hawson.

SPEECH DAY, 1949 Our Annual Speech Day was held in the Schoolgrounds on December 9th, when a large gathering of parents and friends assembled on the lawns in front of the School. Before the formal proceedings, visitors enjoyed an inspection of the School and grounds and an exhibi tion of craft work. The Rev. G. A. Wood, of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, gave an interesting address before the prize-giving. In her Report, Miss Shaw said that numbers are continuing to grow, and applications in various sections outnumber the vacancies for many years ahead. " A school's success is not solely based on examination passes," said Miss Shaw, " important though these may be as requirements for careers." Miss Shaw went on to say : " Each year emphasises more clearly the importance of understanding the individual child and her special needs and aptitude. It is not only the problem child who requires special guidance and special attention."

The prizes were presented by Mrs. Fallaw, the President of the Old Collegians' Association.

LIST OF PRIZEWINNERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Kindergarten: Lynette Angus, Handwork ; Alison *Sloman, Good Citizen ; Wendy Blight, Good Citizen ; Elizabeth Eadie. Drawing and Painting; Jennifer Higgins, First in Form (" B " Group) ; Carol David, First in Form ("A" Group). Sub-Primary: Form IC: Alison Laird, First in Form. Form IB: Janice Squires, Good Citizen ; Robin Fisher, Handwork, First in Form. Form IA: Andrea Simpson, Handwork. First in Form, Dancing. Form IA (Upper Div.): Joy Irving, Good Citizen ; Virginia Profitt, Good Citizen ; Helen Millikan, Progress (Mrs. P. Wilson Memorial Prize) ; Dolores Wilson, Improvement ; Adrienne Marshall, Improvement (gift of Junior Auxiliary) ; Elizabeth Rushbrook, Handwork, Dux of Junior School.

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SENIOR SCHOOL Form II: Ellen Simpson, Special Physical Training Prize (gift of Miss Joshua) ; Muriel Thomson, Handwork ; Mardi Fallaw, Form Prize ; Pamela Kinder, Form Prize • Clara Macintyre, Form Prize ; Marion Newman, Musical Appreciation, Form Prize ; Lorraine Peck, Honours ; Pamela Radford, Scripture, Honours. Form IIIC: Gael Hamilton, Music ; Priscilla Head, Musical Appreciation ; Sandra Bedggood, Form Prize ; Barbara Cripps, Form Prize, Scripture ; Patricia Freeman, Handwork, Form Prize ; Anne Higgins, Form Prize ; Nancy Fewtrell, Honours ; Elizabeth Kidd, Honours. Form IIIB: June Hendy, Form Prize; Suzanne Wallis, Junior Dramatic, Scripture ; Marion Chappell, Handwork, Honours ; Jennifer David, Honours ; Heather Laird, Musical Appreciation, Honours. Form IIIA: Jacqueline Shaw, Music •, Denise Hargreaves, Form Prize ; Pamela Lilburnc, Honours ; Judith Lindsay, Honours ; Faye Pope, Musical Appreciation, Scripture, Hon ours ; Judith Ruffin, Handwork, Scripture, Speech Training, Honours. Remove: Elaine Barber, Music ; Elizabeth Davies, Music •, Fleur Poulton, Form Prize ; Helen Profitt, Form Prize ; Josephine Turner, Scripture, Form Prize ; Jeanette Fewtrell, Honours ; Gerda Nicholson, Speech Training, Honours ; Ruth Richardson, Honours ; Marie Vautier, Craft, Honours. Form IVB: Norma Lockett, Music; Davina McIntosh, Music ; Margaret Dando, Craft ; Rosemary Aikman, Junior " Lucernian " Contribution, Scripture •' Denice Bodey, Form Prize ; Rosemary Elder, Form Prize ; Prudence Israel, Form Prize ; Barbara Roffey, Form Prize ; Dina Cannon, Junior Boarders' Prize, Honours ; Barbara Fargie, Speech Training, Honours ; Clare Norwood, Honours. Sub - Intermediate Technical: Mardi Brooks, Special Craft ; Elizabeth Hazier, Craft ; Janet Heard, Scripture ; Beverly Cameron, Form Prize ; Norma Schefferle, Form Prize ; Pamela Lorimer, Credit. Sub-Intermediate General: Beverley Bell, Craft ; Jennifer McCann, Scripture ; Norma Dyson, Speech Training, Form Prize ; Mariorie Forsyth, Form Prize ; Elaine Wills, Form Prize ; Marie Baxter, Credit ; Joan Pope, Honours. Intermediate: Cynthia Wootton, Senior Dramatic ; Janet Errey, Music ; Gwenda Holt, Music ; Beverley McDougall, Craft ; Betty Snell, Commercial ; Heather Dorington, Music, Form Prize ; Anne Izard, Form Prize ; Roma Knights, Form Prize ; Wendy Siogren, Form Prize : Inga Jewell, Honours ; Frances Lowson, Honours (Olive Filmer Memorial Prize) ; Doreen Lyons, Honours. Leaving: Eunice Hawson, Music ; Melitza Meldrum, Music; Elizabeth Loney, the Misses Keyes' Needlework Prize ; Margaret Shaw, Senior Craft ; Enid Baxter, French ; Patricia Dean, French ; Margaret Welsh, Prefects' Prize ; Ann Macmillan, Form Prize ; Jean

Paterson, Form Prize ; Rosemary Wood, Senior " Lucernian " Prize, Form Prize ; Kathleen Davis, French, Credit ; Melba Marshall, Credit ; Joan Sears, Credit. Matriculation: Pamela Trickett, French ; Mary Cattanach, Music, Librarians' Prize ; Margaret Ellis, French, " Lucernian " Co-Editress ; Joan Oakley, French, Carrie Haase Shakespearean Prize, Prefects' Prize ; Jean Archer, French, " Lucernian " Co - Editress, Nell Moreton Music Prize, Prefects' Prize; Dorothy Jullien, Form Prize ; Elizabeth Payne, Music, Librarians' Prize, Form Prize ; Janet Field, Prefects' Prize ; Lynette Madden, Prefects' Prize ; Jeanette Wilson, Prefects' Prize ; Ann Sinclair Senior Boarders' Prize (Pioneer Scots) : Anne Spalding, Most Worthy Citizen ; Pamela Tricket, Honours (Proxime Accessit) ; Margaret Ellis Dux of School, A. C. Harris Prize.

EXAMINATION RESULTS 1 949 INTERMEDIATE S. Carr: English Expression, Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature. P. Chapman: Maths A, Arithmetic, Geography, English Literature, French, British History. J. Dabb: English Expression, Maths A, General Science A, English Literature, British History, Art, Music (Certificate). L.• Deane: English Expression, Maths A, Maths B, Geography, General Science A, French, British History (Certificate). H. Dorrington: English Expression, Maths A, Arithmetic, Geography, General Science A, English Literature, French, British History (Certificate). J. Errey: Geography, English Literature, French, British History, Music. E. Fairnie: Maths A, Geography, English Literature, British History, Craft, Music. J. Fargie: English Expression, Maths A, Maths B, Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature, French, Music (Certificate). J. Hand: English Expression, Maths A, Geography, General Science A, English Literature, British History (Certificate). B. Hill: English Literature, Art. G. Holt: English Expression, Maths A, Geography, English Literature, French, Art, Music (Certificate). P. Honey: English Expression, Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature, French, British History, Craft (Certificate). A. Izard: Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature, British History. I. Jewell: English Expression, Maths A, Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature, French, British HiStory (Certificate). R. Knights: English Expression, Maths A, Maths B, Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature, French, British History, Art, Music (Certificate). •

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THE LUCERNIAN M. Lewis: English Expression, Geography, English Literature, French, British History, Craft (Certificate). F. Lowson: English Expression, Maths A, Maths B, Geography, French, General Science A, General Science B, Latin, English Literature (Certificate). D. Lyons: English Expression, Arithmetic, Geography, English Literature, French, • British History, Domestic Science, Music (Certificate) B. McDougall: English Expression, Craft, Music. A. McInnes: English Expression, Craft, General Science A, Physical Education, English Literature, British History (Certificate). J. McKenzie: English Expression, Arithmetic, Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature, French, British History, Art (Certificate). J. Newall: English Expression, Maths A, Geography, General Science A, English Literature, British History, Craft (Certificate). H. Riddell: English Expression, Geography, General Science A, French, Art, Music (Certificate). W. Sjogren: English Expression, Maths A, Maths B, Geography, General Science A, General Science B, English Literature, French, British History (Certificate). B. Snell: English Expression, Arithmetic, Geography, English Literature, British History, Commercial Principles and Practice (Certificate). B. Sowden: Geography, English Literature, British History, Music. S. Sutherland: English Expression, Geography, Arithmetic, General Science A, English Literature, French, British History (Certificate). E. Tarr: English Expression, Geography, English Literature, French, British History, Music (Certificate). M. Williams: English Expression, Arithmetic, Geography, English Literature, British History, Art (Certificate). C. Wootton: Geography, English Literature, French, Music.

J. Madden: English, Maths I, Chemistry, Geography, French, British History (Certificate). M. Marshall: Biology, Geography, British History, Modern History. M. Meldrum: English, Biology, Geography, Modern History, Music (Certificate).. J. McGarvie: Craft. L. McMiken: English, Geography, British His tory, Modern History (Certificate). J. Paterscw: English, Maths I, Biology, Geography, Craft (Certificate). E. Richardson: English, Geography, British History, Modern History, Domestic Science (Certificate). J. Sears: English, Biology, Geography, British History, Domestic Science (Certificate). M. Shaw: Craft, Music. L. Stanley: British History, Modern History, Music. E. Stephens: Music, Perception. H. Thomson: English, Maths I, Biology, Geography, French, Craft, Music (Certificate). J. Trethowan: English, Biology, Geography, French, British History, Art, Intermediate British History, 1948 (Certificate). H. Weaver: English, Maths I, Maths II, British History (Certificate). M. Welsh: Music, English. B. Wood: English, Chemistry, Domestic Science, Music, Perception (Completed Certificate). R. Wood: English, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, British History (Certificate).

MATRICULATION RESULTS, 1949 J. Archer: French (1st Class Honours), Latin (2nd Class Honours), English Literature, Music (Pass), (Compensatory Matriculation). M. Cattanach: Music. M. Ellis: French (1st Class Honours), Latin (2nd Class Honours), English Literature (Pass) (Compensatory Matriculation). E. Fortune: English Expression, British History (2nd Class Honours), English Literature (Pass). D. Jullien: English Expression, English LiteraLEAVING RESULTS, 1949 ture, Biology, Geography, British History J. Baker: English, Geography, British History, (Pass), (Matriculation), Leaving French. Craft, Music (Certificate). P. McKay: French (Pass), Leaving Chemistry. E. Baxter: English, Chemistry, Biology, GeoJ. Oakley: English Expression, English Literagraphy. French, British History, Music (Cer ture, French (Pass). tificate). E. Payne: English Expression, English LiteraB. Boyce: English, Biology, British History, ture (Pass), French (2nd Class Honours), Modern History (Certificate). Latin (Matriculation). M. Carson: English, Maths I, Biology, British A. Sinclair: Leaving Biology. History (Certificate). K. Davis: English, Geography, Biology, French, A. Spalding: English Expression, English LiteraBritish History, Music (Certificate). ture, British History (Compensatory Matriculation). P. Dean: Biology, Latin (Completed Certificate). J. Hartwick: English, Biology, Geography, P. Trickett: English Literature (2nd Class Honours), English Expression, French, BriFrench, Art (Certificate). tish History (Pass) (Matriculation). E. Hawson: English, Craft, Music. B. Loney: Maths I, Craft, English. J. Wilson: English Expression, English LiteraA. Macmillan: English, Biology, Geography, ture, Geography (Compensatory Matriculation), British History, Modern History (Certificate)

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MUSIC RESULTS, 1950 Preliminary Grade: C. McIntyre, Honours; E. Rowland, Honours ; M. Seegar, Honours. First Grade: G. Hamilton, Honours ; M. Newman, Credit ; H. Poulton, Credit ; W. Stevenson, Honours ; J. Strong, Honours ; J. Wilson, Honours. Second Grade: E. Barber, Honours ; W. Bedggood, Honours ; E. Davis, Honours. Third Grade: H. Anges, Credit; N. Lockett, Honours. Fourth Grade: J. Hookings, Credit ; P. Israel, Credit ; A. Madden, Pass ; W. Porteous, Credit ; B. Scotney, Credit ; M. Shorland. Pass. Fifth Grade: J. Bunworth, Credit ; J. Errey, Credit ; A. McBain, Pass ; B. McDougall, Credit. Sixth Grade: D. McIntosh, Honours ; H. Riddell, Honours ; M. Finlayson, Honours. Seventh Grade: G. Holt, Honours. Third Grade Violin: Adrienne Clarke (Credit). Fourth Grade Harmony: G. Holt. Third Grade Perception: M. Brookes, Pass J. Hookings, Pass ; P. Israel, Honours ; A. Madden, Honours ; W. Porteous, Pass ; B. Scotney, Pass ; M. Shorland, Credit.

ALLIANCE FRANCAIS EXAMINATIONS, 1950 The annual Alliance Francaise Examinations were held at the Geelong High School on 12th August, and " Morongo " was very well represented, many of our girls from Sub-Intermediate to Matriculation Forms entering the various divisions. The following results were published in the " Geelong Advertiser " on Thursday, 12th August. These successful results are entirely due to the continual help and encouragement of Miss Botterill, and we do congratulate her on the high standard achieved:— Matriculation Standard Reading and Conversation : Patricia Dean (1). Honourable Mentions : Jean Trethowan, Patricia McKay, Kathleen Davis. Recitation : Dorothy Jullien (1). Honourable Mentions : Jean Trethowan, Kathleen Davis, Patricia McKay. Dictation : Kathleen Davis (1), Patricia McKay (2). Honourable Mentions : Helen Thomson, Enid Baxter, Patricia Dean. Leaving Standard Reading and Conversation : Frances Lowson (2). Honourable Mentions : Jocelyn Fargie, Elizabeth Tarr, Inga Jewell. Recitation : Honourable Mentions : Jocelyn Fargie, Margaret Lewis, Inga Jewell, Cynthia Wootten. Dictation : Frances Lowson (1). Honourable Mentions : Jocelyn Fargie, Margaret Lewis, Inca Jewell, Shirley Sutherland, Elizabeth Tarr.

Intermediate Standard Recitation : Beverley Price (2). Honourable Mentions : Marie Baxter, Elaine Wills, Norma Dyson, Beverley Burch, Adrienne Clarke, Wendy Porteous, Joan Pope, Barbara Thomson. Dictation : Honourable Mentions : Beverley Bell, Adrienne Clai1ke, Anna McBain, Joan Pope. Passed : Beverley Burch, Margaret Finlayson, Norma Dyson, Shirley Patching, Beverley Price, Audrey Madden, Barbara Fargie, Janet Gordon, Barbara Hay. Sub-Intermediate Standard Recitation : Gerda Nicolson (1). Honourable Mentions : Davina McIntosh, Prudence Israel, Jill Hookings, Helen Hirst, Barbara Fargie, Denise Bodey. In conclusion, I would like, on behalf of all the girls, to thank Miss Botterill very much indeed for the friendly interest she has taken in our work.

VALETE, 1950 MATRICULATION Jean Archer: Probationer, 1948 ; Prefect, 1949 ; Roslyn House Vice-Captain, 1948; Roslyn House Captain, 1949 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1948-49 ; Co-Editress, 1949 ; House Committee, 1948-49 ; Literary Club Committee, 1949 ; French Club Committee, 1948-49 ; Runner-up Junior Championship, Athletics, 1944; Runner-up Senior Championship, Athletics, 1948 ; House Colours, School Athletics Colours ; Secretary of Music Club, 1948-49. Margaret Ellis: Probationer, 1948 ; Senior Prefect, 1949 ; Roslyn House Forum Representative, 1948 ; Vice-Captain David House, 1948 ; House Committee, 1948-49 ; Library Committee, 1949 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1948 ; CoEditress of " Lucernian," 1949 ; Music Club Committee, 1948-49 ; President of Literary Club, 1949 ; School XI, 1945-49 ; School IX, 1948-49 ; School IX Captain, 1949 ; Dux of School, 1949; House Colours XI, IX. Janet Field: Prefect, 1949; Harris House Forum Representative, 1948; Harris House Captain, 1949 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1949 ; Tennis VIII, 1948-49 ; Vice-Captain, Tennis VIII, 1949 ; School VII, 1949 ; School Colours, VIII, VII ; Junior Tennis Captain, 1946. Elsa Fortune: " Lucernian " Committee, 1949. Lynette Madden: Probationer, 1948; Prefect, 1949 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1949 ; School IX, 1949 ; School VIII, 1948-49 ; School VIII Captain, 1949 ; Senior Tennis Champion, 1947; Senior Doubles Champion, 1947 ; School Tennis Champion, 1949 ; House Colours ; School Colours, VIII, IX. Joan Oakley: Probationer, 1948 ; Prefect, 1949 ; Ardens House Captain, 1949 ; Ardens House Forum Representative, 1947-48 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1948-49 ; Library Committee, 1949 ; French Club Committee, 1949 ; Literary Club Committee, 1949 ; School VIII, 1949 ; House Colours ; School Colours, VIII.

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McPhee House Captain, 1949 ; "Lucernian Committee, 1949 ; Social Service Committee, 1948-49 ; Library Committee, 1948-49 ; House Committee, 1948-49 ; Lawson House Forum Representative, 1948-49 ; House Colours. Anne Sinclair: Probationer, 1949 ; House Committee, 1948-49 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1949 ; Harris House Forum Representative, 1949 ; Music Club, 1949 ; Library Committee, 1949 ; School XI, 1949; School Colours, XI ; House Colours. Anne Spalding: Probationer, 1949; House Committee, 1948-49 ; Lawson House Forum Representative, 1948-49 ; Library Committee, 1949 ; Music Club, 1949 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1949 ; School XI, 1947-49 ; Captain XI, 1949 ; School Colours, XI; House Colours. Pamela Trickett: Probationer, 1949 ; Harris House Forum Representative, 1948-49 ; Literary Committee, 1949 ; French Club Committee, 1949 ; House Committee, 1949 ; Music Club Committee, 1949 ; Library Committee, 1949 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1948-49 ; School XI, 1948-49; Vice-Captain XI, 1949 ; School Colours, XI ; House Colours. Jeanette Wilson: Probationer, 1948; Prefect, 1949 ; Ardens House Vice-Captain, 1949 ; Ardens House Forum Representative, 1948 ; " Lucernian " Committee, 1948-49 ; Literary Club Committee, 1949 ; Library Committee, 1949 ; School Hockey XI, 1949 ; School Colours, XI ; House Colours.

SUB-INTERMEDIATE E. Higgins: J. Stewart. IVB E. James: REMOVE T. Blackshaw: S. Parry: D. Moir: W. McIntyre: IIIC R. Hayward: M. Johnson: S. Grant: E. Simpson:

SALVETE, 1950 Matriculation: E. Whittaker. Leaving Intermediate: A. Louttit, P. Mont-

gomery, M. Finlayson, W. Porteous. Sub-Intermediate: G. Banks, W. Blythe, J. Hill, M. Jolly, F. Mitchell, J. Walker, D. Errey, N. Rees, M. Till, G. Walker, J. Woods, A. Woods. IVB: D. Caldow, M. Mathieson, J. Reider, J. Edwards, K. Louttit, J. McConnell, N. McKellar, S. Orton, J. Pocock, J. Robertson, A. Sylvester. Remove: H. Archer, M. Forbes, M. Roehm, J. Russell, M. Salmon, S. Bould, E. Erru-nerson, P. Hawker, J. Hazeldine, D. Hill, N. Longwell, V. Mills, J. McDonald, B. Pearce, H. Shaw, P. Timms, L. Wood. LEAVING IIIA: P. Gamble, P. Barber, J. Gregory, Joy Baker: Senior Doubles Championship, 1948. Jones, D. Rumph, L. Peel, N. Green, J. Lowe. Janice Bales: IIIB: M. Hookings, J. Griffiths, L. Mitchell, Barbara Boyce: P. Murray, R. Polley. Jean Dougall: IIIC: E. Jones, J. McIntyre. Betty Loney: II: B. Grant, G. Polley. Joyce Madden: School IX ; School Colours, IX ; House Colours. Joy McGarvie: Ardens House Forum RepresenACKNOWLEDGMENTS tative, 1949 ; School XI, 1949 ; School Colours, XI; House Colours. We would like to thank those who have sent Dorothy McKenzie: Roslyn House Forum Rep - us magazines, including: " Patchwork," from resentative ; School XI, 1948-49 ; School Col- Presbyterian Ladies' College, Melbourne ; " Green and Gold," from Methodist Ladies' Colours, XI ; House Colours. Joan Sears: House Committee, 1949; School XI, lege, Melbourne ; " The Lauristonian," from 1949; School VII, 1949; Vice-Captain VII, Lauriston Girls' School, Melbourne ; " The House Brook," from Tintern C.E.G.G.S., Melbourne ; 1949 ; School Colours, VII, XI. " Coo-ee," from " The Hermitage," Geelong ; Colours. Margaret Shaw: Probationer, 1950 (left First " The Melbourne Church of England Girls' Term) ; House Committee, 1950 Roslyn House Grammar School Magazine " ; " Cluthan," from Clyde, Woodend ; " The Touchstone," from Forum Representative, 1950 ; House Colours. Clarendon Presbyterian Ladies' College, BalHelen Weaver: larat; " Black Watch," from Presbyterian Girls' Margaret Welsh: Prefect, 1949; Lawson House College, Adelaide; " The Bluebird," from the Captain, 1949 ; House Colours. Mary Hare School for the Deaf, Berkshire, INTERMEDIATE England; " The Australian Intercollegian," from Jean Caldow: Roslyn House Forum Representa- the Australian Student Christian Movement ; " The Pegasus," from Geelong College; " The tive ; House Colours. Corian," from Geelong Grammar School; " The H. Dorrington: Scotch Collegian," from Scotch College, MelD. Lyons: bourne ; " The Mitre," from Trinity Grammar B. Morrison: School, Kew. B. Smail: J. Spencer: The Editresses extend their sincere thanks to J. Staples: Miss Hope and all others who assisted so M. Williams: readily in preparing " The Lucernian."

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SHIVARAM AND JANAKI On Wednesday, 22nd February, we were honoured by a performance by Shivaram (a famous Kathakali dancer) and Janaki Nair. Both come from Malabar, which is in Southern India, and their religion is Hindu. They arc the first Indian dancers to visit Australia, and are being accompanied by Miss Louise Lightfoot, who acts as manager and who controls the sound effects. Their principal dances are those which have been performed in the temples of Malabar for the past two thousand years. The Kathakali dances from the temples of Southern India combine rare grace, drama and expression, conveyed not only by bodily movements but in ancient hand gestures through wrist and finger movement, while facial muscles and remarkable control of the neck muscles express other moods. The dancers were accompanied by recorded Indian music and by Miss Lightfoot with cymbals, drums and gongs. Miss Lightfoot spent eight years in India, where she made a close study of Indian dancing and classical Indian music. Shivaram was her teacher: It was through Miss Lightfoot that the visit of these dancers to Australia was made possible. It takes approximately twelve years to train to be an Indian dancer. Shivaram started dancing at the age of ten years, and he was taught by his father, who is still a temple dancer. In India people Watch dancing, which sometimes continues all night. Most of the dances performed by Shivaram and Janaki are true temple dances, but some have been adapted and stories made stiitable.

Janaki opened the programme with an Invocational Dance in the manner of the performance in South Indian temples. This was followed by a demonstration of movements illustrating the technique of translating meaning into movement. A Peacock Dance was performed by Shivaram, and the Playful Kite Dance and Rasleela (a story or the mischievous pranks of Krishna, the divine flute player) were contributed by Janaki and Shivaram. The explanation of the Peacock Dance is that at the first sound of thunder and sight of sainclouds heralding the monsoon, the peacock preens himself and dances in contentment. The Kite Dance is a favourite of Rajputana in Northern India. A girl interferes with her brother's game of kite-flying. He 'punishes her, but is moved by her tears, and makes a new kite, which they fly together. In Rasleela, a cowherdess comes to fill her water-pot at the river. She hears a flute, and suspects Krishna's presence, but she does not see him, so she decides to bathe. Krishna steals her clothes, and returns them when she promises to dance with him. During the performance Miss Lightfoot told the story contained in each dance. The costumes were magnificent. Some of them are over three hundred years old. Others have been designed by Shivaram and Miss Lightfoot. We also heard some recorded Indian music, which proved to be very fascinating. The performance was thoroughly enjoyed by all the girls and Staff members present. Kathleen Davis.

ORIGINAL CONTRIBUTIONS A HOLIDAY IN QUEENSLAND During the September holidays twelve of us— Mary Cattanach, Eunice Hawson, Beverley McDougall, Margaret McGregor, Janet Hand, Judith Fewtrell, Barbara Thomson, Adrienne Clark, Anne Lindsay, Judith Money, Jennifer McCann, and I—were very fortunate in being able to go to Lindeman Island. Miss Ohlson escorted this year's party, as she did last year, and we left on a typical Melbourne Saturday ; it was grey and wet, and we were looking forward with mixed feelings to our first plane trip. At the airport Bunty discovered that she had forgotten her ticket. Panic ensued, and she had to race back through •Essendon in a taxi. I am thankful I was not in that taxi. However, we finally boarded the plane, and soon knew the joys (or the woes, depending on one's nature and constitution) of flying. After leaving Sydney, we were allowed into the cockpit in twos, where the captain and first officer showed us all the instruments. Arriving at our hotel in Brisbane, we spent the short time in the city before tea. Next

morning we were up early, eager to continue our explorations, and we also attended our respective churches before dinner. In the afternoon, we were taken on a tour of Brisbane, which included a trip out to Mt. Cootha, from which we obtained a magnificent view of the city as it lies along the winding banks of the Brisbane River. That night we piled into taxis and were whirled to the Roma Street Railway Station. Thus began our 24-hour train trip, which proved to be an unforgettable experience. We had tw:) second-class compartments, each containing six bunks. These bunks were covered with some most uncomfortable cane material, which produced beautiful criss-cross patterns on the bodies of those whose unfortunate lot it was to lie on them. People at Gympie were amazed to behold, at 1 a.m., two bedraggled figures in pyjamas and coats, with tousled heads and sleepy eyes, stagger into the refreshment room. Mary and I thought that fresh air and stretching our bruised legs might help us to obtain some sleep. How disillusioned we were! However, in spite

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of an uncomfortable, bumpy, and sleepless night, have tried out this sport for .ourselves. In the we kept our sense of humour, and can look back afternoon some of us went out fishing in the on the experience with considerable amusement. " Shang." It was a long trip, lasting till about There was this one compensation—there wa:;. 9 p.m., and Bunty was the only successful a full moon, and the country through which we " fisherman " in our party. From one spot at passed created a deep impression on my mind, which we anchored„ we noticed in the distance bathed as it was in moonlight. It was my first a whale and its calf. sight of tropical vegetation, and I was greatly On Sunday we walked to the Coral Poolsimpressed by the dark, eerie, heavily-timbered through Butterfly Valley, and through a horribly country through which the train bumped its sloppy mangrove swamp, and over some exweary way. tremely rough rocks. However, we managed We breakfasted at Gladstone, and had lunch to arrive more or less intact (although I can at Rockhampton. We finally reached Mackay say with conviction that oyster shells do not at about 8 p.m., and were taken to Will's ElOtel, make soft landing spots when one is precipiwhere we went early to bed, and slept very tated upon them suddenly and forcibly ; no soundly. . doubt Miss Ohlson feels the same way about While shopping and exploring next morning. coral). we noticed that there were a number of foreignNext day we visited Seaforth Island, which ers about. We learnt that there was a Cane is just opposite Lindeman. Here we had the Growers' Conference in progress. Just before opportunity of viewing coral through glasslunch, we were told that the launch would not bottomed boxes. John proved to be a very able be able to leave from Mackay as the seas were chief cook and bottlewasher, and we thoroughly too rough. Even to the least apprehensive this• enjoyed the toasted sandwiches. was alarming news—inexperienced sailors that That night was our last one here, and celewe were! brations took the form of a general pulling We were taken by bus (and what a bus !) 28 about of beds. One of the guests was in a very miles north to Seaforth. This trip brought us gay mood, and had, it appeared, a whole box the opportunity of seeing real Queensland coun- full of practical jokes, which he produced, much try. The bus splashed its way straight through to the. amusement of all, especially Bunty, who several little creeks, much to our fascination. was his unsuspecting victim. Arriving at Seaforth, to our relief, for the bus On . Tuesday morning we were told (and it was hot and crowded, we boarded the rauncli, was quite obvious) that a seven-day squall had and after biscuits and tea (served by Tom anal blown up. We were all rather sad at the Ernie), we set out for Lindeman. There was thought of leaving the place to which most of a considerable swell on the sea, and although us referred as the site of the most unforgetat first we were full of confidence and thoroughly table holiday we had ever had. It was so rough enjoyed the motion of the boat—I think some that Torn decided to take the launch into Vicof us enjoyed that motion too much !—and one tor's Creek, where it was comparatively shelby one the number sitting in the bow dwindled. tered. After about five hours' journey, we were On reaching the island, our first action was to safely landed. The bus which came up from rush for the beach and begin feverishly gatherSeaforth brought some long-awaited mail. ing cocoanuts, which we found later to be hard This day proved to be an eventful one. First, nuts to crack. After a large dinner, we all went to bed early. Mary and Margaret had it had been extremely rough on the launch ; the grass but ; incidentally, it took. Margaret secondly, we had encountered mudbanks ; and some . time to settle down for the first few now we had gone exactly a hundred yards nights. As you may have heard somewhere when the bus was bogged in the sand. This before, " They sometimes drop on one from difficulty was overcome by much strenuous ,pushabove "!—" They " meaning various creatures of ing. We progressed another mile or so, when the dark, which seem to abound, in grass huts. we were interested to notice a large eight-foot Bunty and I were last into breakfast next carpet snake crossing the road in front of us. morning; we seemed to be deaf to bells, but That night we visited a sugar mill near perhaps that is not to be wondered at. Miss Mackay which we left next morning at about Ohlson took us to Boat Point after morning 6.45 a.m. This time we had a luxurious (comtea, where we searched for oysters and generally pared to the last time) compartment, with our amused ourselves until lunch-time, and then re- own basin and mirror, a small folding card-table, turned and had our first swim. At night there and even an electric fan, which almost blew was a dance. Mary out of her bunk. We were so thrilled On Thursday we cruised to Hazelwood Island, that the journey this time was really enjoyed ; having lunch and a swim there. At night we we even snatched a few hours' sleep that night. tried to forget our burning backs and legs by We arrived in Brisbane in time for breakfast, watching a very interesting film of the Great and spent the morning trying to find the cheapBarrier Reef and various Whitsunday Islands, est means of sending a coconut to a friend or taken by one of the regular guests. relation. In the afternoon we went to a.theatre. Next morning was spent writing letters ; Janet Early next morning a Convair took us to was also aquaplaning. We were all proud of Sydney, where we endeavoured to see as much her, and we only wished that the tides had not as possible of New South Wales' capital city later proved unfavourable, so that we could in the little time we had. Miss Ohlson knew

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all the best places to visit, and we were fascinated by Manly, by the large elevators at Wynyard, and the trip across the city by ferry was a memorable one. Then we embarked on the final stages of what had been an unforgettable holiday. Although we were sorry it had come to an end, we were also excited about going home again, and perhaps after seeing a little more of the country in which we live, we appreciate our own home State more than before. We have since seen the moving films taken by Miss Ohlson with Mr. Lindsay's camera, which he very kindly lent us for the trip. These films were very amusing, and brought back very vividly those happy days we had at Lindeman. Thank you, Miss Ohlson, for a most enjoyable holiday ! Rosemary Wood (Matric.).

A MIDNIGHT FEAST When creeping down the passages with softlypadded feet, We carefully avoid the Staff we do not wish w meet. The atmosphere is tense and quiet, there's purpose in our tread, And muffled groans are audible as girls crawl out of bed. The torches flicker down the sairs. Alas ! the door snaps shut; But now the house is left behind, and warily we strut Along the path towards the School ; Matric. Room- is our goal, Where we intend to eat our feast from bucket or from bowl. Excited moments spent before result in what we see When 'in we file and close the door - to stifle sounds of glee. The blackout curtains pulled across prevent escape of light Which threatens to reveal us if it shines into the night. This luscious spread we claim in turn (in fingers it is best), And settle down to eat our fill with pleasure and with zest. A lettuce - leaf provides a plate as basis of this dish. The chicken, rabbit, tongue and ham, and p'raps a little fish, Are covered then with hard-boiled eggs, and celery and cheese, Asparagus, mayonnaise, tomatoes and green peas. When most of this has been devoured, fruit salad looms ahead (Enormous quantities prepared before we went to bed). We serve it from a bucket now, and eat it from a glass. Of course, we add some ice cream, too, before we let it pass, With apricots and oranges, bananas, plums and pears;

To really make the most of this, we settle down on chairs. The Pavlova cakes with cream and passionfruit on top, Are waiting to be eaten, too, before this Feast can stop. The hedgehog cakes and chocolate, too, the biscuits and cheese straws Are there to eat ; but, first, perhaps we'll have a little pause. A wireless here supplies for us some music while we dance (If anyone intruded now they'd doubtless stare askance). Of course, there's cordial to drink and cakes and sweets for all. But somehow when we come to this a number of us stall, And quite content to sit and watch, recline and mark with awe How hungry ones among our group will still return for more. When even these have had their fill we slowly gather up The remnants of our midnight feast, and every plate and cup. When everything is straight again, and dishes clean and dry, We quietly wander t'wards the house with p'raps a wistful sigh. Along the path and through the door, then up the stairs we creep, • To crawl into our beds once more in search of peaceful sleep. Mary Cattanach (17 years)

SUMMER TIME Summer Time has now begun, Bringing warm and welcome sun, Banishing cold and icy rain, For Summer Time has come again. To the sea we all must go, When the tide is not too low, And take down every seaside toy For holidays we must enjoy. Barbara Saywell (14 years).

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THE LUCERNIAN THE CIRCUS Bill and Susan were excited. They were going to a circus that night, and like every other girl and boy, they could hardly wait to hear the crack of the whip and the sound of excited people. They were soon ready, and they locked the door and went out into fhe dark. Far away in the distance they could hear music, and except for that all was quiet. Suddenly the big grey tent loomed up in front of them, and they half skipped, half ran into the tent and proudly gave their tickets to a big man in a red suit. They were sitting comfortably in their seats when in came a man in a blue suit. He was apparently the head of the circus, for he wore a big top hat, and held a whip in his hand. Soon the first act was on. It was the trapeze act, where two men went up a ladder on to a bar, and one man jumped into the air and the other man caught him by the legs. They thought that was very brave of them, for they had no net below. Next came a chimpanzee who was in pyjamas. He jumped into a little cot and pretended to go to sleep. Then his owner rang a little bell, and cried, " Time to get up." The chimpanzee jumped out of bed and dressed. He washed his face and cleaned his teeth, and then he sat on a bicycle and rode out. In ran the dogs with a pretty little girl. They walked little tight ropes and pushed prams. They undressed dolls, and put them to bed in little prams, and wheeled them out. The time soon went, and in no time the grand parade (which was the last event) was on. Soon Bill and Susan were walking home, thinking of all the wonderful things they had seen, and wishing they could see them over and over again. What a happy time they had. Don't you wish you had been Bill and Susan ? Suzanne Wallis (10 years). THE WANDERER I know the rocks where the seagulls nest, I know the place where the animals rest, I know the park where the children play, And have such fun and games all day The birds I love are pets of mine. I talk to the stars till the clocks strike nine, And then I go to bed to sleep, And wake up with the birds that cheep. ' Lesley White (11 years). THE HARVEST The sun has now gone down to rest, The darkness shadows over, The dreary world While at its best Smells of new-mown clover. The ploughman homeward plods his way His work is done, 'tis finished ; The harvest's gone, 'Twill come again When winters' snow has vanished. Helen Profitt (13 years).

INNOCENCE LOST The day was warm and mild, All were swimming. The mother and her child Were, too. She left her child to play On the sand, While she herself lay In the sun. The child saw a ship On the sea. While wading out he slipped, And he fell. The current swept him out From the shore; The child could not shout For his mother. • nd ▪ her child The mother fou Was missing. The day grew less mild, It rained ; The storm thrashed the sea Where he was, The wind raged, but he Was lost. R. Aikman (14 years).

I know when spring is coming, For everything is bright, And little birds are singing, While owls screech through the night, And mother birds are bringing Thistle down so light. I know when summer is coming, For children dance and play, And Christmas bells are ringing, And yachts sail on the bay, And happy fish are flinging All their cares away. N. Fewtrell.

BREAKFAST AT " MORONGO " Breakfast in the early morn Takes place with many an ugly yawn, We stand around and talk of sin, Till rings the gong, which ends the din. We stand up straight with gentle poise, Committee calls, " Who made that noise ; Stand out here, face to the wall, Or you won't get any food at all! " Everyone is in her place, Miss Shaw comes in and says the grace, We sit down to begin our food, Eating does improve the mood. Crunchy weeties, eggs on toast, A meal of which the School can boast ; Nice fresh bread, with luscious honey, Cream which must cost lots of money. Breakfast over, we race away, Over to school to begin a day, Of work so cheerfully and well done, Till out of doors to recess we run. N.R.

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All day long the sullen clouds brooded In the silent, still, oppressive air, And the drooping summer flowers wilted In the heaviness they could not bear. Dullness over anything, Everywhere. Tired, the still trees groaned in silence, Here and there a great bough fell (As they do in such oppressive weather) Trying hard to break the spell Fallen over everywhere, Like a shell. it seemed that nature waited dully ; waited For the spell to break and shatter ; While the people waited also, clammy, tired, Praying for the first soft patter Breaking the uneasy stillness With its clatter.

tiful gardens, where strawberries, raspberries, cherries, peaches, walnuts, almonds and all English flowers and vegetables grow. Lytton Road, on which our house was situated, is a fine road lined on either side by spreading Chinars, which meet overhead. In summer time the whole road is in shade. There is a riding tan on each side of the road. All the ponies used to walk down Lytton Road, either to play polo or to run in the races. Quetta is divided into three parts—the Cantnnment, where the soldiers live ; the Civil Lines, where the Governor and his civil officers live ; and the City, where the Indians live. The city contains markets, to buy mutton, and one far away to buy beef, because the Hindus will not eat mutton. There are fruit markets and small shops which sell cloth, silver ornaments, and copper and such things. Sheena Macintyre (13 years).

Then the calm snapped, like a piece of cotton Much too taut to stand the strain, THE " MORONGO " SPORTS And the black clouds burst in light and thunder, When the " Morongo " Sports were here, Letting down torrential rain— The people flocked from everywhere Balm and blessing to the city To view the scholars at their game, And the plain. 'Hoping to bring their houses fame. Rosemary Wood (17 years). The whistles gone, the race begun, And now the girls are on the run, FUN ON A SHEEP FARM But coming up the track we see, I live on a sheep farm, and I have lots of Harris leading to victory! fun. During the lambing season I round up the sheep on my pony Trixie ; and once Dad And now the baseball throw is on, and I found a little lamb. Its mother had had Excitement swells amongst the throng, twins, and had left this one behind as she only The judges waiting patiently wanted one. So this little lamb soon went to To see whose the winning throw will be. sleep under an old tree-trunk, and that is where we found her. I put her in front of my saddle The eggs and spoons are all laid out, The race is on, there is a shout and took her home with me, then put her in our As Ardens through the tape does go, old chaff-shed. First of all, I had to teach While Lawson and Roslyn are so slow. the lamb to drink milk out of a bottle with a teat on it. The basketball teams in lines so neat, When a week was past, Mum, Dad and my- Are each hoping the other teams to defeat; self decided to call her Susie. She grew up, They now march out and take their place, and every shearing time I received about ten Waiting patiently for their race. shillings for her wool. But on our farm there used to be an old man called Gordon, and one Roslyn looks as if to me day the sheep we kill to eat (called " killers " They'll go off the field triumphantly ; for a nickname) were in the paddock with But Lawson now is gaining fast— Susie, and he killed her instead of a killer. The Roslynites all look aghast! I was very sad for a long time, but now I The girls on their backs are lying in sacks, have a wether called Billy. Dad said he is the As the whistle blows, they jump to their tracks, biggest of all the weaners, and has the longest They bound along like kangaroos, wool. Though some fall down and get rather bruised. Janet McIntyre (9 years). The half-way post is passed by all, But, oh ! there is a terrible fall. QUETTA It looks as if Harris has lost the race Quetta is built on a wide plain five thousand As Roslyn puts on the pace. fe,t pbrwe sea-level in the State of Baluchistan. It can be reached by only one road, and a The judges sit with anxious faces narrow-guage railway which winds steeply To see who will win the last few races. through the narrow Bolan Pass. All the sur- And when they add the total score, rounding plain is semi-desert, but Quetta has a Harris is superior. Lorraine Wood (12 years), good water supply, and its houses have beau-

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THE LUCERNIAN " WOODLAND FANTASY " It is Spring! Down in a little dell beside a brook all the flowers and little woodland creatures held a meeting to make arrangements to hold a Spring Festival. Everything was going to look its best and do its best. The grass and maidenhair fern were to make the most beautiful green carpet for all the flowers to stand and dance upon. The thrush, the blackbird, and nightingale were to sing— and the kookaburra was to open the Festival— and the brook was to play all the accompaniments—the crickets to play the drums. The dew fell every night to keep the flowers, grass and ferns fresh, and the sun shone brightly every day to give them a rich colour. The day arrived. The dew sprinkled little pearls over everything, and there was such beauty in that little dell. In the dell stood dancing daffodils, pink, white and blue daisies, wild violets and hyacinths, bluebells and buttercups, pink and blue convolvulus and primroses. There was a gentle breeze making all the leaves rustle, the blue wrens and wattle birds flitted from branch to branch. The wattle tree overhanging the brook shook little golden balls into the stream. The trout and minnows jumped up to see the lovely sight, and the thrush and the blackbird sang. The magpies warbled, and the nightingale flew higher and higher, calling everyone to come to the Festival. When evening came the sun threw a pink veil over all, and the kookaburras laughed with joy and gratitude. The moon came down her silvery pathway to see the beautiful sight, and the owl sat in the wattle tree, and watched, and said, " How could anything be more beautiful! " Josephine Turner (14 years).

THE FLYING POSTMAN The flying postman lived in Bamble Town. His proper name was Mr. Winks. Every day except Sunday at six o'clock he would hop out of bed. One morning at six o'clock Mr. Winks felt very lazy. He did not want to get up. In came the maid at half-past six. " Mr. Winks, Mr. Winks, it's half-past six, and you have to be at the post-office by seven." " All right, coming," called back Mr. Winks. He dressed himself, did his hair, and came down to breakfast all in a flurry. " I shall be late," panicked Mr. Winks, who was pretending he had slept in. The clock struck a quarter to seven just as Mr. Winks flew

out of the house.

Just on the dot of seven Mr. Winks, breathless and exhausted, arrived at the post-office. He gathered up his pile of letters that were waiting to be delivered. Off he set. His bag felt much heavier than usual. Gradually, as he flew with such a heavy weight he became lower and lower, so that he fell to the earth with a thud, and lay there unconscious. He must have been there for over five hours, because when he came to his senses the sun was high in the sky. He looked around, and found his bag of mail lying on the ground with letters spilled out of it. He looked in, and his mouth fell open, for in it was a huge nugget of gold! At once he took up the bag, and set off for the nearest jeweller's. The jeweller said, " It is worth a million pounds." He gave Mr. Winks the money for it. Now Mr. Winks lives out in the country. He is not a postman any more, so he does not have to worry about waking up early. Annabel Russell (10 years).

THE DISOBEDIENT MOUSE One day Timothy poked his sharp little head out of the hole, and what do you think met his eyes ? Why, a big piece of cheese He thought for a minute, and then he said : " If only I could get that piece of cheese." He said this to himself over and over again. Then a naughty thought came into his mind, and this is what it was : " Would it matter if I just crept out of the hole to see the piece of cheese ?" So he crept out of the hole and ran across the floor to the cheese. Then he decided to take it home for tea. But he soon found that it was too big for the hole. Then he sat down on the mat and ate as much as he wanted. In fact, he ate too much, and was soon very tired. By this time his mother and father began to worry about him. After a while, a cat came into the room, and the mouse fled for its life. He went under the table and into the cupboard and out again. Then a little girl came into the room. The little girl knew where he lived, and so she ran and put him down the hole. His mother and father were glad to see him again. Barbara Williams (8 years). WINDY NIGHTS Whenever the wind is raging so, Whenever the windows rattle, Around the chimney it does go, In a furious battle. Banging the door, lifting the mats, Blowing our hair and lifting our hats.

Barbara Cripps (10i years).

THE LUCERNIAN THE SPARROW FAMILY The sparrow chirps and hops all day In his coat of muddy grey, When the sun gets to the west Off he flies to his wee nest. His mate, a very little bird, Sings as sweet as could be heard ; Fluffy tail and small hard beak For a grub and snail to seek. In their nest their babes you see, Pink and fluffy as babes could be ; Their orange beaks are opened wide For dinner to be popped inside. Heather Laird (11 years).

Water from the river is forced in pipes to the boiler to be boiled into steam. This moist steam is dried by hot air before enterting the turbo-generators. After passing through these, the steam is condensed by flowing through cold pipes, and this water goes back to the boiler, where it is again utilised. The pressure works the turbines, which, in turn, work the generators, causing them to revolve three thousand times a minute. ' The friction caused by the rapid revolving in opposite directions, generates the electricity. There are at present ten turbogenerators, but these will be increased when the new building is completed this year. Recording graphs and clocks gauging the pressures at a voltage of 15,000. The voltage is broken and kilowatts are continually being checked. Outside the power house is a switch-yard, where high-tension wires leave for Melbourne before the electricity is distributed to towns extending from Bairnsdale to Port Fairy, and to factories in various parts of the State. At Yallourn is another factory, for briquetting, where the raw coal is crushed, dried and pressed. Milking machines, washing machines, wireless, lighting, heating and refrigeration are only a few of the amenities we enjoy to-day due to the power from electricity. June Hartwick (16 years).

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A VISIT TO THE YALLOURN POWER HOUSE Electricity for much of Victoria is produced at Yallourn from the nearby brown coal deposits. There are mines at Yallourn and Morwell, tapping this seam, which extends many miles into Gippsland. A great amount of coal is sent to Melbourne, but many tons are burnt in the furnaces at Yallourn each day. After being mined, the coal is brought from the open cut by railway trucks. When crushed, it is taken to the power house, where there are twenty-two boilers. Here the coal is first dried by hot air from the furnaces, as brown coal contains about . sixty-five per cent. moisture. Then it is burnt in the furnace producing heat of 2000 degrees Fahrenheit. Every boiler is composed of three furnaces, in which a continual stream of air provides the draught necessary to assist burning. Water from the Latrobe River sluices " the waste material, consisting mainly of ash, which is released through trapdoors in the furnaces and deposits it on a dump. This debris is later carted away.

DISASTER The whistle broke the stillness of the night, The cattle stirred as the express raced by, The passengers were sleeping, all was quiet, No one saw the trucks on ahead. The driver saw them just too late, He applied the brakes, but the spe.ed was too great: Two hundred persons were killed in that train, Many were widowed and orphaned alike, And those who were not had to lie there in pain, Waiting for someone to come to their aid. R. Aikman (14 years).

THE VAGABOND I know the ponds where the ducklings swim, I know the trees where the swallows nest, I know the place which I like best When the evening light grows dim. Although my shirt is black and torn, And no one cares for me ; I'm grateful that I have been born, For I'm a vagabond free. Annabel Russell (10k years).

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FUN AND FROLICS THE CHALET In case you haven't met us—in case you've never heard— There's a place that's called the Chalet ; but this really is absurd ; For, of course, you must have heard us, in the old days long forgot, Before we passed the Reform Bill, which has changed us quite a lot. We used to keep the lights on far too long, we're told, And discussions in the bathroom lasted till the night was old ; Now we've realised we were very wrong, and have improved, we trust, We tune our ears to every bell, and need not to be hushed. Our favourite drink is , Kool-Spa ; there's no closing hour at six, And all who want a cool drink just gather round and mix ; We've a bath that holds a dozen, and we're a sociable crowd, So, because we're fond of talking, we become sometimes too loud. Mebb, with Gorgeous Gussie, always likes to chat, And she looks much more attractive when she's wearing her School hat ; Mitzi likes to chatter when she's really sound asleep, And she dreams always of wallabies, which bound and hop and creep. Wendy S. has trouble with her buttons when she's dressing for tea, But she and Marg are rather fond of laughing quite off key ; Lyn hates clocks ; she loathes alarms, and out she bounds each morn To turn it off before too late; her ears feel really torn. Can you hear those hoofbeats resounding through the air ? Ah ! it's only Hawson, combing her tangled hair ! Try waking Brownie early beore it's half-past seven ; You'll never see the light of day once you've disturbed her heaven. Boof has her troubles, too, we know ; she has a shaky bed, Which couldn't stand the strain one day, and almost cracked her head ; Whittaker nearly died of fright; still, she's a cheery girl Who loves physics and chemistry—her brain is in a whirl. Pato has ambitions ; she wants to grow a " mo," And she wants to be a chemist, 'cos she loves chem. so. Willsy keeps us all in trim, and tries so hard to rise Before it's half-past six, but she can hardly ope' her eyes!

Then there's Franny, last, but still by no means least, And oft we see her philosophic brow is slightly creased From too much thought, and from her tongue fall far and near Quotations we are really very charmed to hear. To Chaletites who read this poem and feel that I Have maligned their reputation, remember then Descriptions are in fun ; I mean no harm to go To anyone. I am a Chaletite myself, you know. So, as you see, we're very mixed : We're all quite nice to know, We have our fights (and how we fight !), but are not always so ; United in the things that count, we keep our courage high ; The Chalet is like home to us. We'll hate to say good-bye. The 13th Member.

THE HORRORS OF EXAMINATIONS Before Exams are near ! What do I care ! Why, they are three weeks away. Exams are near ! Oh, yes, I care ! A week away ! The price I pay Is ploughing through a pile of work Which now I really cannot shirk ! Arithmetic and Latin are My weakest subjects—Yes, by far ! So desk pads fill with awful verbs And the translation of the words That 4B girls are sure to know. Arithmetic, next on the list, Brings shouts of anger, bangs of fists. By now it is a wee bit late To-morrow is the tragic date, And I am up the night before To what seems nearly half-past four. I knew much more when I began. And that's precisely where I am! The Day My minds a blank, I cannot think, A fly has crawled out of the ink, And on my paper wiped its feet, So I must start another sheet. The question paper seems feet long, I know that every answer is wrong ; I'm sure the first one, once I knew, But now I just have not a clue. My brain is just a bleary haze, I sit there with bewildered gaze. Alas, that awful bell has rung, And I have only just begun. Afterwards Weeks and weeks and weeks of waiting Just to see what I have failed in. Wyn Munro (13 years).

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WHO'S WHO Name:-A-- -A--A-A--. Ambition : To own a grand piano. Pet Aversion : Going to bed. Pet Saying : " There's a maddie for you." Occupation : Ruling with a rod of iron. ------I Name: - D - 0 - - -U- -IE-. Ambition : To gain a degree. Pet Aversion : Toothache. Pet Saying : " What did you get ? " Occupation : Car driving. Name: - E A - - A - E - -0-. Ambition : To fly. Pet Aversion : " Mos." Pet Saying : " What's that ? " Occupation : Drinking soft drinks. Favourite Record : " Bamboo." Name:-EA- --E--O-A-. Ambition : To grow. Pet Aversion : Spiders. Pet Saying : " Oh ! shucks ! " Occupation : Barracking. Name : - 0 - E - A - - -00-. Ambition : To look attractive (without a hat). Pet Aversion : Sunday nights. Pet Saying : " Life gets tedious, don't it ! " Dccupation : Having an apple and choking over it. Favourite Picture : " Our Vines Have Tender Grapes." Name:-U-E -A-- -I--. Ambition : To play in a League football team. Pet Aversion : Missing the grand final. Pet Saying : " Of course, Geelong's going to win. Occupation : Hitting and giggling on the tennis court. Name:-A- -I-IA -EA-. Pet Aversion : Work. Ambition : To live in Owen Street, in Woodend. Pet Saying : " Oh ! isn't this exciting " (since she's been a boarder). Occupation : Being late for French. Name:-I- -I -E---U-. Ambition : To be a sports mistress. Pet Aversion : Shwotting. Pet Saying : " Have an apple, and if that doesn't choke you, have a football !" Occupation : Talking in her sleep. Favourite Comic Strip : " Wally and the Major." Name:- A--I-IA --A-. Ambition : To administer medicine. Pet Aversion : Yarra mud. Pet Saying : " For Pete's sake." Occupation : Swooning. Name:EU-I-E -A--0-. Ambition : To be a successful nurse. Pet Aversion : Writing lists. Pet Saying : " Just listen to that." Occupation : Learning to be a " lidey." ,, Favourite Comic Strip : " Come On, Steve. Favourite Record : " Hawsey Keep Your Tail Up. Name : - A - - - A -00-. Ambition : To get her Matriculation. Pet Aversion : Kidneys and liver. Pet Saying : " Having fun ? " Occupation : Running. Favourite Serial : " Blue Hills."

Name:-E- -A -A---A--. Ambition : To be a Member of Parliament. Pet Aversion : Beetles. Pet Saying : " I nearly died." Occupation : Playing with " Gorgeous Gussie." A TALE (TAIL) WITH A MORAL Once upon a time there were five rabbits— Jimmy, William, Michael, Mark and John. They lived with their mother in a large burrow near a railway track. Now, Mother Rabbit had warned her five boys about going near the railway line, because fast trains passed by, and there was a possibility they, might be killed. However, William, " the black rabbit of the family," took no heed of his mother's warning, and went near the railway line, and through his stupidity lost his tail when a fast train ran over it. Willy went home and reported the loss to his mother, who immediately sent him back to the railway line to find his tail. As Willy was bending down to pick up his tail, a train flashed by and cut off his head. Moral: Never lose your head over a little bit of fluff. HIS TUTORS " I understand you have taken up horseriding ? Are you making any progress ? " " Quite a lot. The riding master at the school shows me how to get on, and the horse shows me how to get off."

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ATHLETIC CHAMPIONS

Back Row: Beverly McDougall, Janice Anderson, Patsy Rasmussen, Alison McInnes. Front Row: Helen Manger, Elaine Wills, Joan Pope.

HOCKEY TEAM

Back Row: Elaine Whittacker, Janet Errey, Rosemary Wood, Shirley Sutherland, Beverly McDougall. Front Row: Janet Hand, Sally Carr, Anne Izard, Mary Cattanach (Capt.), Eunice Hawson (Vice-Capt.), Ann Macmillan, Margaret McGregor.

THE LUCERNIAN A LITTLE BIT OF SCOTCH " Weel, Jack, what are ye lookin' sae pleased aboot ? " " I've just heard the price o' petrol has been reduced." " But ye haven't a car." " No, but I've a lighter !" THE PREFECTS' SONG (To the tune of " Riders in the Sky ") Composed in the Geelong-Melbourne train on July 15th on the way to the cat's den. " Morongo " prefects on the loose, Are really such a sight, They get on well together, And never have a fight. And though we have no prefects' room, We hope to have one soon. In which we'll have a hectic time Through morning, night and noon. Chorus : Yipee-i-oh, yipee-i-ay! " Morongo " prefects cry. One shining moonlight night in June The prefects held a dance, Our hearts were light, our feet were sore, The way those boys did prance ; " Morongo " colours decked the hall, Attractive were the pairs, Who had their fun and games, and how! On little paper squares. " Morongo " pre's co-operate In -matches of all kinds ; But we work hard throughout school hours, To cultivate our minds. In music, sport and literature These prefects do excel, At meetings in the corridor We battle on quite well. These prefects have made history In blazers smart and green, We set a good example Whenever we are seen ? We aim to serve the staff and girls, And help our School along; To keep our spirits soaring high We sing our little song. " EXAMINATIONS " Exam time is coming, but— Cheer up. You have two chances : One of having a pleasant paper, And one of not. And if you have a pleasant paper You have two chances : One of passing, And one of not. And if you don't pass the exam, You have two chances : One of surviving the threats of parents and staff, And one of not. And if you die— Well, never mind, You still have two chances. E. Stephens (17 years).

RIDDLE-ME-REE My first is in money but not in loan, My second is in pixie and also in gnome ; My third is in lake but not in sea, My fourth is in bean but not in pea ; My fifth is in Lawson but not in Roslyn, My whole is a School house captain. :.zatinsuv •Ecita My first is in milk but not in drink, My second is in chain but not in link ; My third is in rabbit but not in bunny, My fourth is in silly but not in funny; My fifth is in hen but not in chick, My sixth is in break but not in rick ; My seventh is in Nhill but not in hill, My eighth is in Jill and also in Bill ; My whole is an island in the Pacific Ocean near the Equator. Ireqs_ve TAT : ..tamsuv Judith Edwards (15 years). MATRIC MODERN HISTORY (Without Tears) Of Leopold of Austria, And Marie Antoinette, We really think Miss Harwood is The greatest of them yet.

BOOK REVIEWS " A TOWN LIKE ALICE " (Nevil Shute) When Nevil Shute .came to Australia nearly two years ago, he became very interested in the semi-desert lands of Australia, and also in the country of Malaya. "A Town Like A lice " is the result of his visit, and the book vividly portrays scenes during the Japanese occupations of Malaya, and shows also the loneliness and dreariness of the Australian Gulf Country. The tale is told by Noel Strachan, the old solicitor of Jean Paget, a young girl who inherits a considerable fortune, which was made by her grandfather in the West Australian goldfields. When Jean inherits her fortune, she immediately decides to return to Malaya, where she had lived during the Japanese occupation, and build a well for the people who had sheltered her. Another reason, which she will not admit even to herself, is that she wishes to discover the fate of Joe Harman, an Australian soldier who had stolen some of the Japanese commandant's black hens for her and her party. He was crucified by the Japanese for this, and Jean thinks he is dead. She is very surprised to learn from the welldiggers that the Australian did not die, and when visiting the district hospital she learns the whole story. Joe's last wish had been for a chicken and a little bottle of beer. There

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had been no beer for miles around, so by some strange working of the Oriental mind, the commandant, afraid to lose face by not granting the dying soldier's last wish, had him taken down from the cross and put in hospital. After the war, Joe had gone back to his cattle station without hearing more about his " Mrs. Boong." It is only two years later that he learns that, unlike the rest of her party, Jean Paget was unmarried. He journeys to England, using money won in the Golden Casket, to find her, but Jean is then in Australia, and the pair meet again when Joe returns home. There is some constraint between the two at first, but the barriers between them are broken down when they stay on Green Island, one of the islands of the Barrier Reef. They are married a year later, when Jean has improved conditions in the outback town of Willstown by starting a shoe factory and an ice-cream parlour. There is an exciting episode when cattleduffers are injured on the station, and Jean rides forty miles to contact the Flying Doctor Service. This earns her the respect of all the people in the district, and soon Jean is a very popular figure in the town. After two years, Noel Strachan comes out to visit Jean, and is astounded by the icecream shop, swimming pool, beauty parlour, and cinema. Largely by her efforts the population of the town has been trebled. Noel travels back to England thinking of Jean's two young sons, Green Island, and cattle-duffing, but most of all of the girl he had met forty years too late . . . " But one man loved the pilgrim soul in you, And loved the sorrows of your changing face." The book is written in Nevil Shute's rather refreshing style—breezy and colourfully scattered with Australian slang. He has gained a wonderful insight into the life of the Gulf Country and of Malaya during the war, and has written a story which will appeal to people of many countries. Nevil Shute has told a tale of adventure, enterprise and romance so well that his characters are very vivid and human. The only complaint to make is that it is perhaps rather improbable. We have Mr. Shute's word for it that the adventures of Jean during the war did really happen to some women in Sumatra, but the incredible part is the transformation of the stuffy little outback settlement into "A Town Like Alice." Frances Lowson (15 years).

" GREEN GRASS OF WYOMING" " Green Grass of Wyoming " is the delightful story of a young boy, Ken, whose stallion, Thunderhead, has stolen a valuable racing mare, Jewel. The book describes the efforts to capture Thunderhead and, his band of stolen mares, and it tells how, in the end, the horses are recovered, and Ken wins the race he has always dreamed of on Thunderhead. It is a refreshing outdoor book, with a thread of excitement running through it. Alison McIntyre.

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" HARP IN THE SOUTH " (Ruth Park) A few miles from the heat of Sydney lies Surrey Hills, one of the worst slum areas in Australia. Here, the young Australian writer, Ruth Park, finds the setting for her first novel, in which she brilliantly portrays the social life and conditions of this region. The story is slight, the main interest centreing on the varying effects of slum life on the members of an Irish family. The characters fall in two divisions—those who still have the spirit to fight to escape from their environment, and those who, giving up the hopeless struggle, have lapsed into apathy. Such a one is the mother, who, after desperate strivings for a more decent way of living and pitiful attempts to achieve respectability in the midst of degradation, grows to accept the grime and oppression of the slum life, after the loss of her only son, stolen off the street when a child of six. Hughie, her lovable but unstable husband, cannot face the grim reality of his life, and drinks to forget his personal failure. In the character of the daughter, Dolour, there has merged the strength and courage of the mother, with a passionate loathing of the slums and a determination 'to leave Surrey Hills as soon as possible. Meanwhile, she retreats into a dream world of bright fantasy, to escape from her drab surroundings. Despite the pervading sense of defeat through the book, it is not entirely gloomy. Flashes of humour enliven the grimmest passages, and although evil in its worst forms is always present, the simple nobility of the people shows the more by contrast. In the united distrust of other classes, the people of Surrey Hilles are

THE LUCERNIAN bound together in a defensive comradeship, in which barriers of creed and colour are forgotten. Tragedy and comedy, squalor and unbelievable beauty are side by side. The grime and poverty of the slums have been faithfully represented, as has the warm, colourful humanity of its people. " Harp in the South " presents a vivid study of mankind as a whole, for in the cosmopolitan society of Surrey Hills every type of personality may be found. It is at the one time deeply depressing and infinitely exhilarating. Inga Jewell (16 years). THE BRIDGE-BUILDER An old man going a lone highway Came at the evening cold and grey To a chasm vast and deep and wide. The old man crossed in the twilight dim— The sullen stream had no fear for him

But he turned, when safe on the other side, And built a bridge to span the tide. " Old man," said a fellow pilgrim near, " You are wasting your strength with building here ; You never again will pass this way. You've crossed the chasm deep and wide— Why build you this bridge at eventide ? " The builder lifted his old grey head, " Good friend, in the path I've come," he said, "There followeth after me to-day A youth whose feet must pass this way. The chasm which was as nought to me To that fair-haired youth may a pitfall be. He, too, must cross in the twilight dim. Good friend, I am building this bridge for him." Friends of the School! If these lines appeal to you, will you take the opportunity of assisting the Council in building the new Junior School already referred to—a project vital to the future of " Morongo ? "

" MORONGO " OLD COLLEGIANS' ASSOCIATION Office-bearers, 1951 "BACK-TO-SCHOOL " DAY President: Jean Rowe. " Back-to-School " Day was held at the School Vice-Presidents: Gertrude White (Senior) and on April 29th, when about 80 members attended. The members of the Dramatic Club entertained Phyllis Orchard (Junior). with a one-act play, " Between the Soup and Secretary: Jean Rentoul. the Savoury," which was enjoyed by all. After Assistant Secretary: Betty Grant. afternoon tea, Nan Venters gave a very enterTreasurer: Pat Field. taining account of her jrip overseas. Assistant Treasurer: Mollie Hopkinson. "AT HOME " "Lucernian" Editress: Marjorie Field. The Palais Royal took on an air of festivity Our Association has had a very happy and on the night of July 7th, when nine charming successful year under the leadership of our debutantes, who had been trained by Mrs. popular President, Vida Fallaw, and it is with Colin Dabb, were presented by Vida Fallaw to regret that we had to accept her resignation. the official party, consisting of Miss Myra Jean Rowe, our new President, needs no intro- Roper, Miss Shaw, and Mr. and Mrs. J. N. duction to the members, and we welcome her, David. Following Scottish custom, the debuassuring her of our loyal and energetic support. tantes were preceded into the ballroom by two ANNUAL MEETING AND DINNER kilted pipers and a drummer. The Ball was a The Annual Meeting was held on Saturday, great success both socially and financially, the November 19th, in the Assembly Hall, over amount of 1133 being added to the " Gertrude 100 members being present. At the Annual Pratt Hall Fund." Dinner, which followed, our guests were : The debutantes, Margaret Welsh, Janet Field, Miss Shaw, Miss Pratt, Miss Pillow, members Jeanette Wilson, Betty Barber. Janice Moodie, of Staff and School Prefects, together with Carleen Lorimer, Margaret Freeland, Betty representatives from the " Hermitage," the Loney and Barbara Hodge. held their return P.L.C. and M.L.C. Old Collegians. Jean Rowe dance at the Y.W.C.A. Hall on Saturday, 5th once again arranged a very attractive dinner, August. Although this was not well supported, and we do thank her for her willingness to a very happy evening was spent by those preassist in this manner. After the dinner Heather sent, and the debutantes are to be congratulated Stewart gave some interesting reminiscences of on their charming hospitality. her trip abroad. FOOD FOR BRITAIN GARDEN PARTY We are pleased to report continued support This annual event was held in March, and throuo-,hout this year. We held the usual owing to the inclement weather the stalls were Bridge Party and Rummage Sale, and the held indoors. This in no way detracted from takings amounted to £35/2/6. Our next big the financial success, £303 being raised in the donation came from the Western District afternoon. Our share (L101) was paid into the Branch, who sent along £14, being the proceeds " Gertrude Pratt Hall Fund." of one of the dances held at Colac. 36 parcels

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were posted in July and another 73 despatched during October. We have on hand another 12 parcels addressed to six district secretaries connected with the Glasgow Society of Social Service, and we intend advising them to distribute the contents as the need arises. Should this arrangement be satisfactory to the authorities, we think we might use the cash remaining in the funds (126) in the same way, and thus finalise the fund. We thank most sincerely all donors to the fund throughout the past four years and the ever-willing band of helpers who came aloe when required to pack and address the parcels, and especially Mollie Hopkinson for her able leadership and organisation of the fund.

PORTRAIT OF MISS PRATT The portrait, which Mr. W. A. Dargie was commissioned to paint, has been finished, and is to be presented to the School by our President at the Reunion. The Committee feels that in this portrait the School is receiving an excellent likeness of our former Principal and a valuable work of art. MUSICAL AFTERNOON At the kind invitation of Mrs. Trotter, a very delightful musical afternoon was held at her home in Victoria Parade. This was a friendly gesture to our President, Vida Fallaw, and we thank Mrs. Trotter for her interest and hospitality. " GERTRUDE PRATT HALL FUND " This fund has now reached a total of £1226 7/10, having 11000 invested in bonds and £125 in war savings certificates. Large amounts whin came to hand this year were : £130 from the " At Home," £101 from the Garden Party, £45 from the Western District Branch, and £30 from the Melbourne Branch. OUR BRANCHES The Geelong Committee is greatly pleased with the enthusiasm of the Melbourne and Western District Branches, and congratulates them on their very successful reports. It is with deep regret that we record our sympathy with the School in the loss sustained throughout the year in the deaths of Mr. 0. C. Hearne, Mr. D. F. Neilson, and Mrs. Partington. All these friends were deeply interested in school affairs, and had given many years of loyal service. In conclusion, we would like to thank Miss Shaw for her interest and co-operation at all times, Messrs. Neilson & Neilson for acting as our Auditors, and the Committee, who at all times were energetic and enthusiastic. OTHER ACTIVITIES An evening was held at Jessie Lilburne's home to welcome new members—those who had just left school—and nine girls attended and were introduced to the President and members of Committee. This was a happy thought, and the opportunity to get to knew each other was appreciated by both Committee members and girls.

April 14th was a happy evening, when, at the kind invitation of Vida Fallaw, the Committee was given the opportunity of meeting the members of the staff. Thanks to Vida for an evening which was enjoyed by all. Many Old Collegians were present at the Annual " Morongo " Church Service, and one of our members, Barbara Bossence, rendered the solo.

DRAMATIC CLUB Annual Report, 1950 This year, under the able direction of Margaret Craig, and with the cast consisting or June Baker, Jan Bowman and Dorothy Brownlees, " Between the Soup and the Savoury " was successfully presented by the Dramatic Club in the Assembly Hall on " Back-to-School " Day. On October 17th and 18th the McPhillimy Hall was the venue of Esther McCracken's well-known three-act comedy, " Quiet WeekEnd," which was presented to capacity houses. The Club is again indebted to Mr. K. W. Nicholson, who produced the play, and to the members of the Geelong Repertory Society, who acted the male roles. Character parts were successfully portrayed by Gertrude White, Margaret Welsh, Jan Bowman, Patricia Cassidy, Vida Fallaw, Dorothy Brownlees and Gladys Profitt, whilst valuable assistance off-stage was rendered by Jennifer Field, Jean Rentoul, Nell Murray, Pat Field, Jessie Lilburne and June Baker. The Club is particularly indebted also to the numerous friends who assisted by the loan of stage properties, to St. David's Church authorities for the use of the hall for rehearsals, and to St. George's Church authorities for making the McPhillimy Hall available for the production. Gladys Profitt, President. ENGAGEMENTS Norma Sweetten to Stanley Armstead. Gweneth Robertson to Frank McIntosh. Pamela Robertson to Ian Wurlod. Jean McKenzie to Norman Ince. Dawn Grundy to John Stewart. Loris Thomson to Roy Pavia. Mardi Gray to Robert Lucas. Patricia Jaboor to Heather Wallace to Godfrey Taylor. Nancy Wallace to Erling Anderson. Elsa Hemphill to Allan Haggar. Audrey Smith _to Ray Hamilton. Jean Blackwood to W. V. Nash. Valerie Cairney to Maurice Hudson. Marie Wilson to James Pryor. Alison Honey to Robert Walpole. Cora Oke to Pamela Rowley to John Sykes. Betty McDonald to Graham Gunner. Eva Forbes to Ivor Monteith. Elizabeth Sinclair to Joan Gurr to Bruce Humphreys,

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Back Row: Alison McInnes, Mary Cattanach, Melba Marshall, Margaret Browne. Centre Row: Melitza Meldrum (Capt.), Eunice Hawson (Vice-Capt.). Seated: Elaine Wills, Roma Knights, Beverly Bell.

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Melitza Meldrum (Capt.), Anne Lindsay, Adrienne Clarke, Roma Knights (Vice-Capt.), Beverly Bell, Elaine Wills, Lois Deane.

THE LUCERNIAN MARRIAGES Alyson Potter to Leslie Smith. Nina Bennett to Ken Loffell. Elva Illingworth to John Thomson. Heather Stewart to Geoff Darby. June Backwell to Dr. Collman. Gweneth Robertson to Frank McIntosh. Keitha McCoy to Harry Fay. Wynne Sinclair to Arthur Holmes. Clair Robb to Douglas Gartside. Barbara Clifford to Isabel Hargreaves to George Symons. Heather Wallace to Godfrey Taylor. June Pratt to Robert Hall. Lesley Nish to G. A. Roberts. Helen Purnell to Len Kendrick. Rosemary Murdoch to Norman Collins. Marjorie Munro to Brian Henshaw. Shirley Herd to Raymond Bennett. Mhairi Baxter to Brian Horner. Margaret Osborne to Dulcie Bradshaw to George Thomas. Heatherbell Roberts to Colin Harvey. Lorraine Winstanley to Dr. O'Donnell. Betty Douglas to Robert Evans. BIRTHS Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Batten (Billee Ives)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. D. Roydhouse (Peg Maddern)-a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Reeves (Marjorie McGie)- -a son. Mr. and Mrs. D. Spencer (June Elvins)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Beau Hodges (Audrey Allen)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. D. Thomson (Joan Bartle)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Murray Merton (Jeanette Arnott) —a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. Casey (Lyla Stickland)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. Gilmore (Betty Herd)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. Lang (Doris Daffy)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Anderson (Alison McPhee)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Wood (Pat Bull)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. S. Paton (Judy Johnson)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. E. Clifford (Norma Middleton)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. A. Tims (Ailsa McDonald)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. A. Randle (Nell Williams)— Mr. and Mrs. E. Mander-Jones (Daisy Balfour)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. McNeil (Eunice Hair)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Hutchins (Agnes Venters)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. Hosford (Rene Noble)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Dunlop (Helen Ferguson)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. E. Knell (Alison Robley)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. S. Wood (Jean Matheson)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. R. De Cartaret (Ruth Hagger)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. S. Blakiston (Gwen Madden)— a daughter.

NEWS AND NOTES University Margaret Fargie has just finished the second year of her Arts course at the Melbourne University. Jean Archer and Margaret Ellis have completed the first year of their Arts course. Margaret Craig is continuing her studies with the University School of Drama. Erina Lowson, Joanna Pyper and Heather Peden have all completed their third year Medicine, and Ruth Lowson her second year. Barbara Bossence is to be congratulated for gaining honours in all subjects, thus winning an Ormond Exhibition. At the 1949 examinations of the Australian College of. Theology, Joyce Smith gained First Class Honours, being placed first in the State of Victoria, and second for the whole of Australia. Jan Reddie passed Grade IV Singing at the Conservatorium. Doreen Galbraith has completed her Deaconess' training, and has now been appointed Deaconess at Coburg. Nursing Nancy Wallace and Lorraine Winstanley have completed their training at the Alfred Hospital. Nancy has now gone to the Crown Street Hospital, in Sydney, to further her training. Pam Ford, Jean Judge and Jill Rosson are continuing their nursing. Lynette Madden, Jan Winstanley, Margaret Parkes, Helen Gillies, Joan Oakley and Irene Weaver have all commenced their training this year. Joan Sears is nursing at the Colac Hospital. Marion Gillies has completed her training at the Bethany Babies' Home, where Alison Williams is also training. Jan McDonald and Joy McGar vie are to commence their training at the Presbyterian Babies' Home and Berry Street Foundling Home, respectively, next year. Radio Barbara Boyce is announcing with 3CS, Colac. Teaching Pamela Trickett and Anne Spalding are at the Kindergarten Training College. Margaret Welsh, Hilary Cherry and Jeanette Wilson have commenced as student teachers. June Baker is Assistant Sports Mistress at " Morongo." Patricia Cassidy is attached to the Staff at " Morongo." Jean Dougall is assisting at the " Morongo " Kindergarten. Overseas Mavis (Peg) Honey arrived in England in January, and spent two months at Oxford and a short time in London. Then went on a six weeks' bike tour up the East Coast from Cornwall to Inverness, at North of Scotland. Then went to Edinburgh, and was there during and

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attended the Music and Arts Festival. She is now in London, and intends to stay there for six months during the winter, occupying a dietitian's position at the Hammersmith Hospital. She intends to return to Scotland, and then come home via the Continent. Nan Venters, also Betty Bell, have returned to Geelong after their trip overseas. Betty Steel is at present in England, but intends to return within the next few months. Margaret Rees leaves for Singapore in February next, where she will be the guest of Dr. and Mrs. Winchester. Mavis Pettitt is teaching in Scotland, and will not be home before the middle of next year. She has seen much of interest during her time overseas. Alison Honey won, at the Melbourne Royal Show this year, the title of Champion Young Farmer Girl of Victoria. This leadership competition was conducted by the A.B.C., and the six finalists made broadcasts, during which they were interviewed and judged on personality, radio voice, and cultural and agricultural knowledge. Among the other finalists was another Old Girl, Alison Malseed, from Warrnambool. The winner will go to the Sydney Show next year to comnete for the Australian title with girls from all the other States' Senior Young Farmers' Clubs. Congratulations are extended to Madge Stephens on winning the Apex Scholarship for Singing. LIFE MEMBERS Geelong, 1950 Anderson, Mrs. J. (Alison McPhee), 3 Rannock House, Skene St., Geelong. Baker, June, " Morongo," Geelong. Baker, Joy, 113a Noble St.. Newtown. Bales, Jan, Campbell St., Birchip, Vic. Ba.11in tine, Aileen, 24 Charles St., Benalla. Bartlett, Beth, Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Batten, Beryl, 101 Hesse St., Queenscliff. Batten, Mrs. L. (Gwenda Ives), 61 Maude St., Geelong. Batten, Mrs. 0. (Minerva Hirst), 44 Buckland Ave., Newtown. Bennett, Mrs. (Shirley Herd), Laverton. Blakiston, Gwen, Transvaal Sq., Geelong. Blakiston, Pat, 100 Corio Ter., Geelong. Blakiston, Mrs. S. (Gwen Madden), 30 Retreat Rd., Newtown. Bence, Laurice. 154 Boundary Rd., E. Geelong. Bond, Isobel, Scott St., Cobden. Bowman, Janet, 398 Ryrie St., Geelong. Boyce, Barbara, 153 Murray St., Colac. Brewster, Ida, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Carlton. Brockenshire, Roberta, 26 Beach Par., Drum condra. Bruce, Mrs. L. F. (Betty Clay), The Esplanade, Point Lonsdale. Bossence, Barbara, 335 Ryrie St., Geelong. Bucknall, Mrs. M. (Isabel Heard), Carinya, Willaura.

Burch, Shirley, 2 Hermitage. Rd., Newtown. Burnside, Margaret, Heatherton Sanatorium, Cheltenham. Cairney, Mrs. A. C., 24 Humble St., Geelong. Chisholm, Mrs. J. (Lois Matthews), 99 Minerva Rd., Herne Hill, Geelong. Clarke, Mrs. J. K. (Margot Lord), 11 Britannia St., Geelong West. Cameron, Jean, Fort William, Mortlake. Carmichael, Betty, Argyle, Casterton. Carnell, Alexe, 7 Lunan Ave., Drumcondra. Cassidy, Pat, 14 Herne St., Manifold Heights. Clutterbuck, Mrs. J. (Elsie David), Daisy St., Newtown. Cornell, Mrs. (Marjorie Gordon), 1442 Sturt St , Ballarat. Craig, Margaret, 8 Normanby St., East Geelong. Crawcour, Mrs. D. (Dorothy Jacobs), 100 Elphin Rd., Launceston. Croaker, Mrs. R. W. (Lola Tedcastle), 111 Grovenor St., East St. Kilda. Dadds, Dierdre, 135 West Melbourne Rd., Geelong. Darby, Mrs. G. (Heather Stewart), 2a St. George's Ave., 'Mont Albert. Davies, Mrs. L. B. (Lorna Clarke), Petrel Hotel, Pakington St., Geelong West. Davis, Noreen, 208 Autumn St., Geelong West. Davis, Beth, 208 Autumn St., Geelong West. De Carteret, Mrs. R. (Ruth Hagger), Victoria Ter., Western Beach. Diggle, Alison, 2 French St., East Malvern. Dohnt, Mrs. E. (Nancy Heard), Leopold. Dougall, Jean, 176 McKillop St., East Geelong. Dougall, Mrs. K. (Daisy Collins), 238 Malop St., Geelong. Duffield, Jean, 260 McKillop St., Geelong. Dunn, Mrs. W. S. (June Graham), 122 Kincaid St., Wagga Wagga. Dunoon, Jennie, 12 Nantes St., Newtown. Ellis, Margaret, 392 Myers St., East Geelong. Elshaugh, Beverley, 5 Foster St., Hamilton. Elsom, Jessie, Wallup, via Horsham. Elvins, Pat, Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Errey, Helen, 29 Barkley St., Camperdown. Evans, Patricia, Avon Park, Barrabool. Evans, Judith, Avon Park, Barrabool. Evans, Mrs. Max (Jean Davies), The Peak, Nimmitabel, via Cooma. Evans, Mrs. R. (Betty Douglas), Buckley. Fallaw, Mrs. H. (Vida Walter), Victoria Par., Eastern Beach. Fargie, Margaret, 238 Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Farquharson, Jennifer, Bushy Park, Birregurra. French, Mrs. J. (Mary Graham), 26 Orr St., Manifold Heights. Field, Marjorie, 4 Lunan Ave., Drumcondra. Galbraith, Marjorie, 104 Shannon Ave., Newtown Geddes, Innes, Karmala, Lake Bolac. Gordon. L. K., 46 Bourke Cres., Geelong. Gordon, Jean, Box 33, Avoca.. Graham, Marjorie, 167 Skene St., Geelong.

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Moreton, Honor, Coolangatta, Lake Bolac. Grenfell, Margaret, 8 High St., Newtown. Griffiths, Mrs. J. (Mavis Edmonds), Culbin Ave., Moreton, Gwenda, Coolangatta, Lake Bolac. Moreton Joan M., Coolangatta, Lake Bolac. Belmont. Grundy, Dawn, 40 Aphrasia St., Newtown. Moreton, Marian, Coolangatta, Lake Bolac. Hannan, Mrs. J. L. (Edith' Olsen), Bonnie Doon, Morris, Mrs. H. G. (Alison Heard), 7 Twisden Oaklands, N.S.W. Rd., Bentleigh. Harper, Mrs. A. K. (Margot Prowse), 19 Emma Morrison, Barbara J., 19 Seymour St., Terang. St., Caulfield. Morton, Nita, Blink Bonnie, Bacchus Marsh. Harvey, Mrs. J. E. (Joyce Richmond), Bell View, Muller, Mrs. G. J. (Marianne Pettitt), Weerite. • Murgheboluc. Mund, Mrs. M. (Lorna Gill), Wellington Wool Headlam, Mrs. J. (M. Carmichael), Flat 9, len Mills, Petone, N.Z. 472 St. Kilda Rd., Melbourne. Murray, Joan, National Bank, Wangaratta. Hearne, Patricia, 53 The Esplanade, Geelong. Hewitson, Betty, The Golf House, Healesville. McCallum, Mrs. J. (Joan Price), 40 Shannon Ave., Newtown. Hill, Dorothy, " Lawrence Park," Batesford. McCann, Mrs. E. (Edna McIntyre), Dryden, Hill, Lisle, 26 Lonsdale St., South Geelong. Fyansford. Holmes, Mrs. A. S. J. (Wynne Sinclair), "Rock- McColl, Mrs. S. J. (June Orchard), 21 Austin lands," Drik Drik. St., Newtown. Hopkinson, Mrs. M. (Mollie Shirra), 104 Aber- McCormack, Mavis, Upper Morrison, via Elaine deen St., Geelong. McCowan, Mrs. I. (Morva Chisholm), Cliff St., Howell, Mrs. V. (Vera Moebus), Bannockburn. North Geelong. Hughes, Betty, Anglesea. McCrabb, Norma, Inverkail, Terang. Hutchins, Mrs. H. C. (Agnes Venters), Leigh McIntyre, Mrs. D. (Nancy Price), c/o. DalPark, via Geelong. gety s, Hamilton. Hyde, Mrs. (Pauline Marchant), McIntyre, Mrs. J. (Nancy Field), Swan St., Illingworth, Mrs. S. (Gwen Webster), 23 Laurel W angaratta. Bank Par., Newtown. McKenzie, Mrs. (Freda Dunn), 8 Carmichael St., Ingpen, Mrs. T. (V. Anderson), Latrobe Ter., East Ivanhoe. Geelong. McKindlay, Esma, Richmond Park, Perricoota Irving, Mrs. J. (Myrl Holt), 342 Myers St., Rd., via Moama, N.S.W. Geelong. McMillan, Mrs. T. (Gladys Matheson), Q'land. Jackson, Betty, Irak, Maroona. McKinnon, Elaine, c/o. Y.W.C.A. Hostel, Keen, Mrs. H. S. (Gwen McKeon), 23 Austin Newtown. St., N ewtown. McKinnon, Shirley, 36 The Avenue, Parkvillc. Kerr, Joyce, " Green Abbey," Oaklands, N.S.W. McNair, Mrs. J. V. (Gladys Fagg), 80 Fairview King, Avis, 6 McMillan Ave., Drumcondra. Ave., Newtown. Lang,, Isobel, Bostock House, Geelong. McNaughton, L., Meredith. Lee, Yvonne, Allambee, Lismore, Vic. McPhee, M. Jean, 1 Nantes St., Newtown. Levy, Bertha, Yuriga, Winchelsea. Neilson, Joan, Retreat Rd., Newtown. Nelson, Mrs. E. (Lesley Long), Stephen St., Leigh, Edith, Burnham Flats, Skene St., Newtown. (eelong. Lewis, Mrs. I. (Nancy Day), 24 Volum St., Newall, Mrs. A. (Mary McLennan), "Auvergne," Marnoo. Manifold Heights. Lilburne, Mrs. H. (Jessie Lowe), 100 Aphrasia Oddie, Margaret, " Challicum Park," Beaufort. St., Newtown. Paton, Mrs. S. M. (Judy Johnson), " Cariling," Tooma, via Albury. Little, Gwen, Hamilton Hotel, Gray St., Hamilton. Patterson, Mrs. G. (Jocelyn McGilvray), " Yuruga," Laverton. Madden, Lynette, Bell Post Hill, Geelong. Peel, Jean, Tower Hill, Inverleigh. Madden, Joyce, Box 58, Wycheproof. Malseed, Dulcie, Benara, Drik Drik. Penney, Jessie, 98 Noble St., Newtown. Petterson, Claire, Ocean Grove, Vic. Margetts, Audrey, 43 Wattle Valley Rd., Canterbury. Profitt, Mrs. V. (Gladys Wynne), Claremont Ave., Newtown. Marshall, Mrs. W. (Jean Venters), Scottsdale, Tasmania. Purnell, Mrs. A. E. (Jean McIntyre), Narawong, Moriac. Martin, Molly, Gurr St., East Geelong. May, Winifred, Stawell. Purnell, Marjorie, Kojonup, West. Australia. Messenger, Marian, Private Bag, Mildura. Reeve, Mrs. J. (Marj. McGie), 256 Latrobe Ter., Newtown. Miles, Mrs. F. (Margaret Pettitt), Blink Brae, Bell Post Hill. Reeves, Vera, The Chalet, Kalorama. Mockridge, Joan, Belmont, Geelong. Reid, Mrs. J. D. (Nancy Munro), 275 Pakington St., Newtown. Money, Mrs. J. (Florence Davies), Aphrasia St., Newtown. Rentoul, Jean, 286 Latrobe Ter., Geelong.

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Robertson, Flora, Culbin Ave., Belmont. Routley, Margaret, 52 Gummow St.. Swan Hill. Rowe, Jean, 17 Roslyn Rd., Belmont. Ruxton, Mrs. E. (Dorothy Brown), 31 Retreat Rd., Newtown. Scig-wick, Mrs. R. (Rita Glen), The Palms, Glenleith Ave., Geelong. Shone, Mrs. L. (Gwen Dancey), 25 Fairview St., Newtown. Simson, Margaret, 7 Stephen St., Newtown. Sinclair, Ann, Nardoo, Bamawm Extension, Vic. Sinclair, Elizabeth, Nardoo, Bamawm Extension, Vic. Smith, Mrs. Logie (Enid Buchanan), 106 Prospect Rd., Newtown. Smith, Audrey, 11 Elizabeth St., Newtown. Sloman, Mrs. J. H. (Lyn Adams), 24 Victoria Par., Eastern Beach. Smith, Mrs. L. (Alyson Potter), 9a Wattletree Rd., Geelong. Smith, Mrs. C. (Helen Sutcliffe), " North Glen," Elaine. Smith, Ethel, Glenormiston North. Smith, Joyce, 290 Pakington St., Newtown. Spencer, Mrs. D. (June Elvins), Latrobe Ter., Newtown. Steel, Elizabeth, Bundara, Buckley. Stephens, Madge, Bryce Ave., Newtown. Stewart, Mrs. B. (Barbara Batten), 44 Buckland Ave., Newtown. Sweetten, Norma, Minerva Rd., Newtown. Symons, Mrs. Isabel (Isabel Hargreaves), Almonds, via Lake Rowan. Taylor, Mrs. G. U. (Heather Wallace), " Chipchase," Ryrie St., Geelong. Timms, Freda, 31 Riverview Ter., Belmont. Thompson, Mrs. (Elva Illingworth), 269 Malop St., Geelong. Thomson, Mrs. A. (Jean Calder), 9 Manifold St., Geelong West. Thomson, Loris, 169 Yarra St., Geelong. Thompson, Mary, 47 Roslyn Rd., Belmont. Thornton, Betty, Roseneath, Bumbartha. Tolhurst, Mrs. W. (Morva Long), Kenya Colony, South Africa. Toyne, Joan, 13 Elgin St., Geelong' West. Tritchler, Marjorie, Mercer Par., Newtown. Turner, Janet, 5 Darling St., South Yarra. Umhauer, Pierre, East Geelong. Varley, Mrs. A. J. (Phyllis McKenzie), " Wilga," N.M.B. 20, Tocumwal, N.S.W. Venters, Nan, Aphrasia St., Newtown. Venters, Mrs. S. (Sadie Honey), Springvale, Stoneliaven. Wallace, Nancy, " Chipchase," Ryrie St., Geelong. Walter, Mrs. K. (Agnes Black), Box 51, Macarthur. White, Mrs. R. (Gertrude Walter), Frederick - St., East Geelong. Williams, Mrs. A. W., 8 Victoria St., Nhill. Williams, Margot, 3 Clifton Ave., Stawell. Williams, Alison, Marathon P. Bag, Geelong.

Wilson, Jeanette, Torquay. Wilson, Marie, Torquay. Wilson, Mrs. Wm. (Gwen Purnell), 15 Frank St., Newtown. Wood, Mrs. Stan (Jean Matheson), Nantes St., Newtown. Worland, Valerie, Strathmuir, Winchelsea. Wright, Mrs. J. (Myee Herd), Lorne. HONORARY MEMBERS Hallam, Mrs. I). (Dora Riddle). Mahoney, Mrs. J. (Alison Simson), 26 Glenbrook Ave., East Malvern. Mann, Stella, c/o. Mrs. C. Mann, Barwon Heads McLennan, Jean, 77 Aberdeen St., Newtown. Pratt, Miss Gertrude (Headmistress 1920-41), 1 Bayview Ave., Hawthorn. Storrer, Ailsa, Maude St., Geelong. FINANCIAL MEMBERS, 1950 Archer, Jean, Janet Clark Hall, Melbourne. Balfour, Mrs. J. N. (Dorothy Notman), Culcairn, N.S.W. Barber, Betty, 30 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. Barnes, Marjorie, 299 Moorabool St., Geelong. Beach, Judith, 5a Nantes St., Newtown. Bennett, Rona, " Elmhurst," Dimboola. Black, Frances, " Lorraine," Buckley. Black, Jessie, " Lorraine," Buckley. Blackwood, Jean, The Manse, Buninyong. Boyd, Mrs. J. M. (Lois Johns), Minyip, Vic. Brebner, Dorothy, Willow Bank, Buangor. Brooke-Ward, Pamela, 27 Upper Skene St., Geelong. Brownhill, Mary, Prospect Rd., Newtown. Bull, Jean, 298 Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Cairney, Valerie, 24 Humble St., E. Geelong. Carr, Dawn, 105 Orr St., Shepparton. Carr, Norma, 105 Orr St., Shepparton. Cherry, Hilary, 33 Purrumbete Ave. Manifold Heights. Collins, Mrs. N. (Rosemary Murdoch), Drumcondra. Cowperthwaite, Mrs. C., 325 Ryrie St., Geelong. Craddock, Noel, Stephen St., Newtown. Cuttriss, Mrs. A. (— Madden), 3 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. Rabb, Rosemary, 22 Glenleith Ave., Geelong. 1)ickins, Beth, 280 Pakington St., Geelong. Douglass, Eileen, 35 Retreat Rd., Newtown. Edward, Jean, 44 Retreat Rd., Newtown. Fay, Mrs. H. (Ketha McCoy), 8 Jensen Ave., Vaucluse, Sydney. Field, Janet, 98 Shannon Ave., Geelong. Field, Jennifer, 98 Shannon Ave., Geelong. Field, Pat., 98 Shannon Ave., Geelong. Fish, Jean, Irol Park, Dookie. Foley, Mrs. J. (Beth Winstanley), 3 Union St., Belmont. Ford, Pamela, 10 Fairview St., Newtown. Fortune, Elsa, Point Lonsdale. Foster, Joan, 19 Upper Skene St., Newtown.

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Orchard, Mrs. D. (Phyllis David), 84 Mt. PleaFreeland, Margaret, 15 Oxford St., Belmont. sant Rd., Belmont. Gibson, Margaret, 208 Hope St., Geelong West. Parker, June, Spring Bank, Bannockburn. Gillett, Audrey, " Jalna " Private Bag, Geelong. Payne, E., Serpentine Park, Serpentine. Gillies, Helen, Roxby St., Manifold Heights. Peck, Mrs. N. (Betty Berryman), Read St., Gillies, Marian Roxby St., Manifold Heights, Geelong West. Goodwin, Jane, 84 Ormond Rd., East Geelong. Penney, Betty, 98 Noble St., Newtown. Grant, Betty, 131 Aberdeen St., Geelong. Piper, Mrs. F. (Ila Herd), 56 Upper Skene St., Griffiths, Jean, " Chestervale," Meredith. ewtown. Gurr, Joan, 9 Shackleton. St., Belmont. Purnell, Mrs. W. V., Buckland Ave., Newtown. Habergham, Joan, Toorak Par., Drumcondra. Pyper, Joanna, " Westbury," Tasmania. Hindell, Elizabeth, Skene St., Newtown. Reddie, Margaret, 37 Skene St., Geelong. Harding, Mrs. D. (Nancy White), 10 Noble St., Rees, Margaret, 29 Upper Skene St., Newtown. Newtown. Reid, Mrs. G. (J. Kirchhofer), 13 Park St., Hemphill, Elsa, 116 Roslyn Rd., Belmont. Newtown. Henderson, Margaret, 82 Shannon Ave., New- Rix, Mrs. L. (Margaret Cameron), 36 Retreat town. Rd., Newtown. Henry, Marjorie, 19 Grandview Gro., DrumRosson, Jill, 28 Aphrasia St., Newtown. condra. Rowley, Pamela, 125 Aberden St., Newtown. Henshaw, Mrs. B. (Marj. Munro), Geelong. Simpson, Mrs., 196 Aberden -St., Geelong. Hiddleston, Alwyn, Flat 4, 7 St. Vincent Pla , Sharpe, Eileen, 84 High St., Belmont. Albert Park. Shaw, Margaret, Glenmaggie, Vic. FIildebrand, Betty, Shepparton. Smith, Mrs. R. (Lola Hiddleston), Victoria Hotel Hildebrand, Moira, Shepparton. Geelong. Hinchliffe, Gwen, Strathmuir, Box 36, Ararat. Snell, Betty, 135 Graham St., Wonthaggi. Hodge, Barbara, 94 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. Stallard, 'Joy, 22 Fisher St., Belmont. Hodge, Mary, 94 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. Staples, Jean, Raglan Par., Warrnambool. Humphrey, Noel, Torquay. Smith, Gwen, 233 Autumn St., Geelong West. Ives, Valerie, 9 Lunan Ave., Drumcondra. Stanley, Lena, 260 Pakington St., Geelong West. Judge, Phyllis, Latrobe Ter., Geelong. Kelly, Maureen, 11 Pevensey Cres., E. Geelong. Stephens, Alison, Bannockburn. Kendall, Dorothy, Brentwood R.M.B., 76 Lock- Stewart, Janice, 10 Stevenson St., Kew. Sweetten, Gwen, Minerva Rd., Geelong West. hart, N.S.W. Thomson, Mrs. D. (Joan Bartle), Belmont. Loffel, Mrs. K. (Nina Bennett), 46 Aphrasia St., Turner, Mrs. (Gwen Weddell), 437 Moorabool Newtown. St., Geelong. Loney, Betty, 132 McKillop St., Geelong. Walker, Jeanette, 41 Upper Skene St., Geelong. Lorimer, Carlene, Ocean Grove. Weaver, Irene, Ryrie St., Geelong. Lucas, Mavis, Buckland Ave., Newtown. Weaver, Helen, Ryrie St., Geelong. Lyons, Doreen, 11 Scott St., Belmont. Weaver, Margaret, Ryrie St., Geelong. McAllister, Mrs. (Thelma Gibb), Wallington. McClure, Heather, 26 Drumcondra Ave., Drum- Welsh, Margaret, 60 Western Beach, Geelong. Watts, Marjorie, Bell Post Hill, Geelong. condra. . Wilson, Edith, 33 Regent St., Belmont. Macdougall, Dorothy, Anglesea. Wilson, Betty, 77 Fairview Ave., Newtown. Macdougall, Sheena, Anglesea. McDonald, Mrs. A. D. (Jean Walker), 3 Row- Wilson, Shirley, 77 Fairview Ave., Newtown. allan Rd., Torrens Park, Adelaide. Winstdnley, Jan, Balmoral Cres., North Geelong. McDonald, Margaret, Box 29 Redcliffs. Whittaker, Margaret, 9 Wattletree Rd., Drumcondra. McGarvie, Joyce, Huntly, Pomborneit. McKenzie, Dorothy, 4 Warrnambool Rd., Terang Wood, Mrs. J. (Pat Bull), Ocean Grove. McKenzie, Joan, 5 Wimmera St., Belmont. Wood, Thais, 10 Austin St., Newtown. Madden, Patsy, 3 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Belmont. Monk, Gloria, Learmonth St., Queenscliff. Moodie, Jan, 64 Clarence St., Geelong West. IN MEMORIAM Morrison, Jean, 13 Yarra St., Geelong. SISTER GWENDA HAGGER Munro, Lorraine, 64 Skene St., Newtown. It is twelve years since Gwenda Hagger left Murray, Joan, National Bank, Coleraine. Murray, Mrs. S. G. (Nellie Munro), 29 Strachan " Morongo " for the Melbourne University. Her keenness as a Science student and her influence Ave., Manifold Heights. as a prefect and friend are well remembered Nash, Jean, Church St., Coleraine. by her school-fellows. Neilson, Margaret, Laurel Bank Par., Newtown. In the war years she answered the call for Oakley, Joan, 48 Virginia St., Newtown. nurses, and trained at Geelong Hospital and Oke, Cora, Marshall. Queen Victoria Hospital, later joining the staff

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of Royal Melbourne Hospital, where she was in charge of the neuro-surgical ward for three years. In July of this year she left Australia for a working holiday overseas, and joined the staff of the Radcliffe Infirmary, Oxford, to fureher her experience in neuro-surgical work. It was here that sudden fatal illness overtook her, and very many of us, both in the nursing fraternity and outside, will deeply regret her death. We extend our deepest sympathy to Gwenda's family, and may it comfort them to know she will not be forgotten by those who knew her. ANNUAL REPORT, 1950 It is with pleasure that I present to you the Annual Report of the " Morongo " Old Collegians' Association (Melbourne Branch) for 1950. Firstly, a brief resume of the social functions arranged by your Committee since our last Annual Meeting. Towards the end of last year a theatre party was arranged for a performance of " Don Giovanni " by the National Theatre Opera Company, as a conclusion to our year's activities. The first event planned for this year was an outdoor day at Wattle Park on March 4th. This, unfortunately, coincided with the tram strike, so, owing to transport difficulties, it was decided to postpone this day ; but we do hope that a similar function will be arranged at a later date. Helen Williams offered her home for an evening of films on June 26th, which was bosh financially and socially very successful. We would like to thank Helen very much indeed for having this party in her home and for making all the necessary arrangements. Eileen Hicks also very kindly made her home available on July 20th for a social evening. We were very pleased to welcome Elizabeth Scott back from her travels on this occasion and to hear her interesting talk on her trip abroad. Two very enjoyable. afternoons were spent by members and friends at Mt. Dandenong Observatory—the first on. April 22nd and the second on September 23rd. Our thanks are extended to members who generously used their cars on these occasions. The Ball which we had hoped to organise at the New Alexander in September unfortunately could not be proceeded with, as after preliminary arrangements had been made, it was felt that the financial responsibility was too great for such a small group as ourselves to undertake. Several members have enjoyed visits to Geelong this year, to the last Reunion and to the " Back-to-School " Day on April 29th, and to the Annual At Home on July 7th. We were pleased to hear that arrangements had been made for a portrait of Miss Pratt to be painted for presentation to the School. This idea had been mentioned as long ago as October, 1946, at one of our committee meetings, so we do feel that it will have the wholehearted sup port of members. Mr. Dargie has been corn-

missioned to paint Miss Pratt's portrait, which will be unveiled at the Reunion on November 25th. As a result of the functions held during this year we are very pleased to hand to the Geelong Branch a donation of 130 for the Gertrude Pratt Hall Fund and also a donation of 15 to the Library Fund. The Committee was very glad to welcome Ena Hawken and Helen Williams, who filled vacancies on the Committee. during the year, and we thank them both for the interest they have taken in the Branch's activities. Overseas Members—We are always very interested to hear news from time to time of Mavis Pettitt, who is now in Scotland, and from Dorothy Glover, in England. Last Christmas original Christmas cards painted by Bonnie Dwyer and Christmas parcels were sent to our overseas members from the Melbourne Branch. During the year various members of the Committee were pleased to represent the Branch at functions arranged by other schools, namely, the P.L.C. Old Collegians' Reunion, M.L.C. Reunion and the Melbourne Church of England Old Grammarians' Reunion. Our membership this year is disappointing, although our Life Membership has grown to 28 members; ordinary financial membership has fallen to 10 members. It was with regret that we learned of the death of Mr. Neilson, who was always such a very good friend of the School, and whose death during the year will mean such a deep loss. I would like to express in this report our very warmest sympathy to Mrs. Neilson and family. In concluding this report I would like to record how pleased we are to welcome Miss Pratt at any of our functions, and to say how we appreciate her interest in our activities. Also to the Committee and members who have loyally given their support throughout the year we extend a very warm " Thank you." Finally, to Jean Croll, who this year terminates her third term as President of this Branch, we are indeed indebted, and on your behalf would express to her our very sincere thanks and gratitude for her interest and leadership of the Melbourne Branch during these years of office. M. Harding, Hon. Secretary. LIFE MEMBERS Bloomfield, Mrs. E. (Marjorie Northey), 247 Burke Rd., Glen Iris. Bishop, Mrs. K. (Elsie Gough). Croll, Mrs. E. (Jean Pettitt), 1 Carrarnar Ave., Camberwell. Caldicut, Mrs. K. J. (Dorothy Adams), 35 Walpole St., Kew. Cuzens, Mrs. (Ruth West). French, Mrs. B. (Rosemary Weddell), Pinnaroo, Derrinallum. Glover, Dorothy, 65 Arbuthnot La., Bexley, Kent Harding, Minnie, Flat 8, 10a. Dickens St., St. Kilda.

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At the close of the meeting a very enjoyable tea was served. Our year has been most successful both financially and socially. We were greatly encouraged by the number of new hostesses at our dances, and would like to welcome Joy McGarvie, of Pomborneit ; Marion and Dorothy McKenzie, from Terang; Helen Errey, from Camperdown ; Elva Higgins, from Swan Marsh; Enid Block, from Apollo Bay ; Margaret Lang, from Balintore ; and Joan Sears and Barbara Boyce, from Colac. April 28th was chosen for our first dance of the season, when we were successful in raisingthe full amount for our Annual Scholarship Fund (as), with 13/11/2 to spare. Our winter dance was held on 20th June, when we were happy to have with us Miss Shaw, Jean Rentoul, and Jessie Lilburne. The profit from this effort was 124/16/1, out of which we forwarded 114 to the School " Food for Britain " Fund and purchased 200 cups for our Branch at a cost of 110. We would like to say " Thank you " to Mi:s Shaw for the use of the School Flag for our August dance. We decided to give the proceeds from his dance to the " Gertrude Pratt FINANCIAL MEMBERS Hall " Fund, the net amount raised being 126/4/3. Cairstairs, Nancy, 6 Bowen Cres., Melbourne. An extra dance was held this year, on the Davies, Mrs. R. (Eileen Buckhurst), 502 Punt 6th October, and although several of our hosRd., South Yarra. tesses were unable to attend, and our numbers Dwyer, Bonnie, 93 Allison Rd., Elsternwick. were smaller, we had a net profit of 120/6/11. Dunlop, Marjory. From our money boxes for the " Gertrude Hooper, Mrs. (Lorna Ebbott). Pratt Hall " Fund we collected f9/5/-. Mann, Mrs. R. (Greta Mathieson), 142 SummerNumbers of our girls have shown interest and hill Rd., Glen Iris. attended functions at " Morongo " during the Mathieson, Gwen, St. Andrew's Hospital, year. Those who attended the Annual Meeting and Tea on October 19th also enjoyed an inEast Melbourne. McKay, Mrs. H. L. (Gwen Morgan), 87 Maude teresting talk by Heather Stewart on her trip abroad. St., North Balwyn. We had a happy day at the Garden Party held McKee, Mrs. J. (Una Strong), Redcliffs. at " Morongo " on March 18th. Seward, Mrs. (Erva Hirst) 29 Hill Rd., North " Back-to-School Day " was held on 29th Balwyn. April, and being the day after our first dance, only Jean McAdam and myself attended. We enjoyed a one-act play by the Old Collegians' WESTERN DISTRICT Dramatic Club, also a very interesting and entertaining talk from Nan Venters on her recent BRANCH trip abioad. ANNUAL REPORT, 1950 Several Western District hostesses, with their It is with pleasure that we present our Annual guests, attended the Annual At Home held :it Report for the year ending 28th October, 1950. the Palais Royal, Geelong, on 7th July. We We held our Annual Meeting at the " High-. would like to say " Thank you " to Vida and lite " Cafe on the 5th November, 1949, when the Geelong girls for making our night such we were pleased to welcome as our guests Jean a happy one. Rentoul, Vida Fallaw, Jessie Lilburne and We would like to send our best wishes to Jennie Dunoon. Dulcie Bradshaw, of Lismore, who was married The following were the offce-bearers elected recently. for 1950: President, Flora McDonald ; ViceTo Nancy Weaver we send our sympathy on Presidents, Joyce Alexander and Norma Clif- the passing of her mother, and to Leila Ralton ford ; Secretary, Violet McLeod; Assistant Sec- on the passing also of her mother. retary, Jan Reddie ; Treasurer, Evelyn Bauer ; To Jan McDonald, Joy McGarvie and Joan Committee, Janet McDonald, Jean McAdam, Sears we say good luck and happy days as Joan Williams, Greta Gray, Jessie Long, Mari- they start on their careers—Jan and Joy doing anne Mueller, Doris Daffy, Joyce Prosser, Mar- mothercraft training in Melbourne, and Joan garet Yates. her general training at Colac Hospital.

Hawken, Mrs. J. (Ena Miller), 35 Reynolds Par., Pascoe Vale. Hicks, Eileen, 12 Molesworth St., Kew. Johnston, Erica, 25 Denbigh Rd., Armadale. Jones, Audrey, Aberdaire, Curyo. McKee, Mrs. M. (Helen Venters), " Carlingford," Epping. Makepeace, Mrs. (Marian West), 53 Como Par., Mentone. Mander-Jones, Mrs. G. (Daisy Balfour). Milne, Chloris, 24 South Rd., Brighton. Orchard, Mrs. W. (Vivienne Bartlett), 8 Oliver St., East Malvern. Price, Rosaleen, 186a Park St., W. Brunswick. Peden, Heather. Perry, Kathleen. Pettitt, Mavis, Overseas. Ralton, Mrs. L. (Leial Wallace), 8 Harkin Ave., Mentone. Stevens, Mrs. E. (Francis Gough). Scott, Mrs. R. J. (Marion Cameron), The Manse Korumburra. Williams, Mrs. H. Morell (Helen Twaddell), The Boulevarde, North Balwyn.

THE LUCERNIAN

I would like to say " Thank you " to all members for their donations and support when unable to attend dances, and to all other members for the way in which they have supported the efforts of our Branch throughout the year, and have made my term of office a very happy one indeed. A special word of thanks to our VicePresident, Joyce Alexander; to Violet, our Secretary ; Jan Reddie, our Assistant Secretary and Evelyn, our Treasurer. I urge all members to remain interested and keen in all the activities of " Morongo," and to help new members to become interested also. LIFE MEMBERS, 1950 Alexander, Mrs. D. (Joyce Carson), Pomborneit East. Blythe, Patricia, Alfred Hospital, Prahran. Campbell, Mrs. A. (Myra McDonald), Sheep Hills. Clifford, Mrs. E. (Norma Middleton), Private Bag, Colac. Farquharson, Jennifer, Birregurra. Gray, Mrs. H. G. (Greta McIntosh), 34 Hart St., Colac. Lang, Jessie, " Stratherrick," Weering. Long, Mrs. W. (Jessie Gibson), Cressy. McDonald, Flora, 45 Pollock St., Colac. McDonald, Janet, " Viewlands," Beeac. Mander-Jones, Mrs. (Lois McDonald), Adelaide Tims, Mrs. (Ailsa McDonald), Beeac. Symons, Mrs. (Nancy Stewart), Werneth. Williams, Joan, Weering. Williams, Gwen, Weering. Yates, Margaret, 24 Grant St., Colac. Atkinson-Grimshaw, Mrs. (Valmai Thomas), " The Pines," Elliminyt. Higgins, Elva, Swan Marsh. McLeod, Violet, " Golden Hope," Cressy. McLeod, Una, " Golden Hope," Cressy. FINANCIAL MEMBERS, 1950 Beach, Mrs. (Joan Dorman), Birregurra. Daffy, Mrs. (Doris Lang), " Athlone," Beeac. Bauer, Evelyn, Cororooke. All members of the Old Collegians' Association unite in expressing their sincere sympathy to Mrs. A. F. Hillier, whose husband died, after a long illness, on November 10th. Mrs. Hillier will be remembered as Miss Mary Dunoon, a member of the School Staff for many years.

DAUGHTERS OF OLD COLLEGIANS AT " MORONGO," 1950 Jessie Griffiths (Mary Weddell). Judith Newall (Mary McLennan). Mary Selle (Stella Pagels). Jessica Selle (Stella Pagels). Heather Boadle (Carleen Roebuck) Adrienne Clarke (Margot Lord). June Ellis (Jean McGuiness). Margaret Fallaw (Vida Walter). Joanne Griffiths (Mavis Edmonds). June Hendy (Inga Dowsett). Rosemary Hendy (Inga Dowsett). Kathryn Howell (Vera Moebus). Diana Lilburne (Jessie Lowe). Pamela Lilburne (Jessie Lowe). Audrey Madden (Hope Parker). Judith Money (Florence Davies). Patricia McAllister (Thelma Gibb). Jennifer McCann (Edna McIntyre). Helen Profitt (Gladys Wynn). Virginia Profitt (Gladys Wynn). Dianne Ross (Beth Robb). Beryl Stebarnack (Marjorie Blakiston). Lesley White (Gertrude Walter). Barbara White (Gertrude Walter). Carole Batten (Gwenda Ives). Ann Blakiston (Gwen Madden). Helen Chisholm (Lois Matthews). Judith Chisholm (Lois Matthews). Dianne Ekstedt (Enid Ebbott). Gail Jolly (Peggy Freedman). Gillian Murray (Nell Munro). Suzanne McCallum (Joan Price). Elizabeth McNair (Gladys Fagg). Helen Reid (Nancy Munro). Sandra Shone (Gwen Dancey). Alison Sloman (Lyn Adams).

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