1962 Silver and Green

Silver and Green with which is incorporated

T H E OLD COLLEGIAN

HAWTHORN

M CACH

July, 1962

Registered at the G.P.O., Melbourne, for transmission by post as a book.

1962 Printed by Spectator Publishing Co. Pty. Ltd., 134a Little Collins Street, Melbourne.

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JULY, 1962

Editor:

KATHRYN

Sub-Editor:

HUMPHREY

CECILIA

FOCKEN

Committee: Miss D. CERUTTY, Miss J. SNELLING (Examination Results, Officers, etc.), M A R G A R E T A L M O N D , DIANNE BARRETT, MARY B E D D O E , HELEN B R O A D B E N T , MARJORIE CLARKE, H E A T H E R COLEMAN, L A U R E L COULTAS, HELENE D I M M I T T , GAY H I L L , CHRISTINE INGAMELLS, HEATHER JACKSON, VIVIENNE KAY, E L W Y N K E O W N , D I A N A MARTIN, G L E N I C E MeI.EOD, DIANA NASH, VIRGINIA P A D D L E .

DIANA REDMAN, SUE THOMAS, BERIS TURNLEY, H E L E N V O R R A T H , KARIN W H I T E , D I A N A WEEKES.

Editorial "Give peace in our time, O Lord.

Because there is none other that fighteth for us, but only thou, O God." W e stand on a narrow path between two alternative futures — survival and destruction. Captured in the ever-nearing threat of nuclear war and ultimate destruction, we are neglectful of international struggles, aware only of the petty difficulties which disturb our daily lives.

The resumption of nuclear testing by America is a public declaration of international failure •— failure through misunderstanding, pride, and the pursuit of power. Let this be an example to us.

W e are the future generation, the leaders of tomorrow. W e have a dvity to perform, not only to ourselves, but to those who will follow in our footsteps. "God is our refuge and strength," and through Him alone can we face the world in the pursuit of peace on the narrow path of hope.

The peace of God's Church is fostered in the home, in the relationship between parents and

children, brothers and sisters. This is only evident when, united in faith and hope, all are dedicated into God's care, and each one humbly serves Him alone. Selflessness, and the sacrifice of one for another, are obtained through the everlasting example of God's Supreme Sacrifice in Christ.

God's peace should be present in the school, where, away from the seclusion of the home, we find it harder to accept conflicting characters and ideas. Here at M.L.C. we strive to maintain the spirit of peace in all activities. The Chapel, with its quiet strength, instils peace within us, and through fellowship with members of our own country, and representatives of other countries, we learn the value of sympathy, understanding and co-operation.

The peace of God in the Nation may only be obtained through the unity of faith. If we all pledge ourselves to God, He will fight for us, granting us ultimate world peace — "the peace of God, which passeth all understanding".

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Obftuarq ALBERT CHARLESWORTH Esq., O.B.E. Mr. Albert Charlesworth, Treasurer of the College Council since August, 1942, passed away on 12th December, 1961, to the great sorrow of his large circle of friends in M.L.C. and the community.

For nearly twenty years Mr. Charlesworth, in the affairs of the Council and in his office as Treasurer, gave himself with ardour and enthusiasm in serving our interests. He had an abiding affection for M.L.C., not only because his daughter and grand-daughter were pupils, but because he believed it represented the union of religion and culture and he added this expression of Christian education to the other youth activities which he supported throughout his life. It was in keeping with his prominent identification with the Y.M.C.A. and with Sunday Schools (of which he was Superintendent for forty years) that he found another congenial sphere of service to youth at M.L.C. Albert Charlesworth had the secret of perennial pleasure, springing from simple, but deep, trust in Christ. His faith was the key to his character, and it can be truly said of him that he lived to serve.

Not only did he carry out his duties as Treasurer and a member of the Executive Committee most faithfully and cheerfully, but he delighted to be present at School functions and to manifest personal interest in the development of M.L.C. He was present at the last functions of the year in the week before he died. No one connected with M.L.C. could have given more willing and devoted service to the last. W e can only hope that he realised how much his enthusiasm and zealous work were valued. W e are inspired by his example and we cherish his memory.

To Mrs. Charlesworth and members of her family, all united with him in devotion to Christ and the Church, and to M.L.C., we offer our heartfelt sympathy.

HELEN EISNER Helen showed herself to be a loyal and affectionate girl during her one year at M.L.C. Her friends in the Intermediate Forms were looking forward to her return after the vacation and it was with very great sorrow that they and the whole School learned of her sudden death on 14th December.

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Salv/ete—V/alete The School has been very pleased to welcome these new members of Staff:— Mrs. V. M. Allen, Business School.

Mr. L. Barkland, Dip.Mus., Flute.

Miss N. Bonney, Dip. Mus., Piano.

Miss A. Bushnell, Laboratory Assistant.

Mrs. M. Carter, B.Sc., Laboratory Assistant.

Miss A. K. Demmer, B.A., English, History, Geography.

Mr. S. H. Dunks, Senior Physics Master.

Mr. W . J. M. Eddy, Scripture and General Science, Forms I and II. Miss J. Erlandsen, Laboratory Assistant.

Miss J. M. Harwood, Junior School.

Mr. R. L. G. Hooke, Senior French Master.

Miss Meredith Hunkin, A.Mus.A. (Old Collegian), Clarinet.

Miss B. V. Jackson, B.Sc., Senior Biology Mistress (Old Collegian, formerly of our Staff).

Miss J. Jellis (Old Collegian), Domestic Science Assistant.

Miss A. Lederman, Elocution (returned from visit overseas).

Miss G. Lord (Old Collegian), Lower Middle School.

Miss H. McKenzie, Resident Staff.

Miss J. McKenzie, Resident Staff.

Mr. T. Ovenden, Mus.Bac., Clarinet.

Miss M. Papst (Old Collegian), Lower Middle School.

Miss D. Parry, Sportsmistress.

Mrs. B. A. Robarts, Elocution.

Dr. B. T. Sartory, Biology and Science, Senior School.

Miss J. E. Scott, Junior School.

Mr. W. Seidel, Piano.

W e were also pleased to welcome the following members of Staff during 1961:— Mrs. B. Aspinall, B.Comm. (Old Collegian), Economics and Social Studies.

Mr. G. Bickford, Mus.Bac., French Horn.

Miss J. Carter, Resident Staff.

Sister J. Dallas, Resident Staff.

Mr. W . L. Land, Laboratory Manager.

Sister E. Nash, Resident Staff.

Miss D. Petersen, Laboratory Assistant and teaching Lower Middle School.

Mrs. H. I. Reid, Middle School.

The School regretted to say farewell to the following members of Staff in December, 1961:— Mrs. M. Porter, nineteen years.

Mrs. D. E. Hill, seven years.

Mr. A. E. Grimwade, B.Sc., six years.

Miss H. Hamilton, four years.

Mrs. R. Campbell (Old Collegian), two years.

Miss E. W. Dunn, two years.

Mrs. P. Watson, one and a half years.

Miss H. Bradshaw, one year.

Miss E. Goode, one year.

Mr. L. A. Hickman, B.A., Dip.Ed., one year.

Miss J. Morlet, Music Staff, one year.

Miss J. Young, Resident Staff, one year.

Mr. E. Denton, Music Staff, two Terms.

Mr. E. Oxley, Music Staff, two Terms.

Mrs. V. Lewis, one Term.

Mrs. M. Palmer, one Term.

Mrs. J. Selby, one Term.

W e also regretted to say farewell to the following members of Staff during 1961:— Miss R. Ajayoglu, Laboratory Assistant.

Miss R. Barlee, Resident Staff.

Mrs. K. Christian, B.Sc. Mrs. J. Clarke.

Mr. P. Clinch, Music Staff.

Miss J. Easton, Music Staff.

Miss P. Gourlay, B.A. Mr. A. Grieves, Music Staff.

Sister R. Griffiths, Resident Staff.

Miss L. Hulme, Junior School.

Mrs. P. Hume, Laboratory Assistant.

Sister C. Mcintosh, Resident Staff.

Miss R. Sym, Remedial teacher.

Mrs. S. Walters.

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Speech Daq, 1961 The 1961 Speech Day, which was recorded, was held on Thursday afternoon, 9th December, instead of the usual Friday night, owing to the Federal Elections on the Saturday morning.

W e wish to thank Miss Margaret Dewey, Principal of Janet Clarke Hall of Melbourne University, who graciously presented the prizes and gave an inspiring speech which will be printed in this magazine.

Miss Jane Elton led the musical programme, helped by the organist, Miss Constance Mellor, and the school pianists Margaret Higginbottom and Meredith Hunkin. The school began by singing Charles Wesley's hymn "Head of Thy Church", and after prayers, continued with the School Anthem, "I Bind Unto Myself Today", composed by Dorian Le Gallienne. This was followed by Sibelius' "Finlandia", for which Miss Cerutty had written the words for verses three and four, and by Martin Luther's stirring hymn, "A Safe Stronghold". The Madrigal Singers then sang "Flora Gave Me Fairest Flowers", "Ah, Look Upon Those Eyes", and "Sing We at Pleasure". The school choir presented two works, "The Snow", by Edward Elgar, accompanied by piano and violins, and "Christians, Be Joyful", from Bach's Christmas Oratorio. The presentation of prizes and the address followed, and the evening closed with "The Leaving Song", the Dismissal Hymn and the National Anthem.

Dr. H. G. Judkins made the acknowledgments, thanking all those who had contributed to the smooth running of Speech Day. In the Eightieth Annual Report Dr. Wood noted the increasing number of girls taking science subjects, and hoped that the Industrial Fund for the Advancement of Scientific Education would see fit to make grants to girls' schools as well as boys' schools, for the improvement of laboratory facilities.

Dr. Wood was most concerned by the way in which some parents encouraged their daughters to think too much about appearance and social life. "This attitude can affect a girl's interest in education and cultural development" and so valuable talent is wasted.

Regarding the extensions to the school's buildings and grounds, Dr. Wood spoke of the opening of the Nevile Wing, the improved facilities in Staff House and the space made available for three combined tennis and basketball courts. The next project would be the "Kilvington Tuck

Shop", in memory of the late Mrs. Lucy Kilvington, founder of the Old Collegians' Club. The Principal also hoped that in the next few years "North House" would be replaced and a modem Art and Craft building erected.

The school paid a tribute to the memory of Miss Eileen Maley, who had been a faithful member of the music staff for thirteen years, and to the late Mrs. R. W. Nevile, the wife of the Chairman of the M.L.C. Executive Committee.

On 8th October, new windows were dedicated in the Chapel. Five choir windows, given by Mrs. W. H. Fitchett in memory of her husband and his father, the founder of the College, and a porch window which had been given by the late Mrs. Lucy Kilvington.

Dr. Wood mentioned the success of several girls in language competitions, and that Russian would be introduced next year as an after-school subject. Two ten-pound Science Talent Bursaries, and several Nursing Bursaries, had been awarded. The Principal commended the work done by the Walton Library, but said that the English and Speech Staff were worried by some girls' restricted vocabulary. It was thought that too much television viewing, and too little reading, were affecting girls' English and Speech.

Dr. Wood was gratified by the progress being made by the music school, and spoke of the successful performance of the School Play, "Cranford". He thanked all parents and friends for the interest shown in the House Drama contests held for the first time that year.

Many girls toured the Snowy Mountains area in the September vacation and some Biology students made a tour of the Barrier Reef.

The Ladies' Auxiliary was thanked for its splendid work in the Mothers' Tuck Shop and the Principal also expressed his gratitude to the Parents' Association for helping the school in various ways.

Dr. Wood thanked the Staff for die loyal and strenuous service which they gave so willingly to the school. In closing he asked all girls who were leaving to remember that they belonged to a Christian School and to set themselves to fulfil the words of the School Song, "Traditions". " W e will carry on the good these traditions give."

— Cecilia Focken.

O L D COLLEGIANS' EXAMINATION (Additional)

RESULTS

Judidi Kellaway (Arts): Graduated B.A.

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Address given bq Miss M. Deu/eq at M.LC. Speech Daq 7th December, 1961 — Melbourne Town Hall I congratulate you upon your past achievements.

Many of you have succeeded in examinations or have won prizes.

You must be more concerned about your future, especially in the case of girls who are leaving school. You are changing from the sheltered world of your School and homes and entering upon new work or training at die University.

You must expect disillusionment. Properly considered, disillusionment can be a good thing.

Nobody wants illusions. W e must seek reality, and reality in three realms:— 1. Reality about God. You are leaving a Christian School where God has been taken for granted. You will find that the world has other gods and it laughs at yours as naive. The world says that idealism is one of die childish things you must put away when you grow up. Cynics say that they regard themselves as atheists, but psychologically that is impossible. These cynics have their own gods; these may be money, social station, pleasure, security, popularity, or even intellectual success. Everything around us is against the claims of God. For example, the message of the advertising industry is "Thou shalt covet". You must think out what you really do put first, in life. Otherwise you drift and you are indecisive. You must think about your standards. Is God the criterion of your standards of value, your enjoyments, or your decisions about life? Some psychologists say that God is just a "father-image", but actually your own father may be our first "image" of God. W e cannot escape from the thought of God. You remember what St. Augustine said, " O God, Thou has made us for Thyself and our hearts are restless until they find their rest in Thee". Until you find that, you may accept other substitutes for God or you may experience the growing pains of discarding the image-like thoughts of God. You should expect and welcome such disillusionment.

There will be an immense pressure upon you to follow the crowd. Young people often seem to lapse into a sort of "tribal consciousness".

They think that the spirit of rebellion and selfassertion are marks of being adult, but in fact they are proofs of being still adolescent. At the University many pass through this phase. They think less of their parents and they talk about the ideals their school taught them as old-fashioned and stuffy.

You will question some of the beliefs you have accepted without much thought. You may even ask for a rational proof of God and forget that God is a Person, and a person you cannot prove in the same way as you can prove a proposition.

If we could understand God, He would not be God; He would be less than our minds. "Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God" also means "Thou shalt not try to prove God".

Doubting and questioning are normal, but rebellion is an adolescent phase, and only seems adult if you are still on the childish side of it.

You ought to use your intellects, but remember that intellectual pride is a besetting sin of students.

Making human reason supreme is a form of idolatry.

Unless you remember these things you may lose die sense of wonder and mystery. You can only "prove" a person experimentally, by your relations with that person, and by trust. It is in this way that you find God. The real cause of most of our intellectual differences is the cost involved. W e are cowardly in the face of ridicule, teasing, taunts, and petty persecution. It takes heroic courage to stand out against a crowd and to be an individual, a real person. Instead of being "dared" to abandon our beliefs, you should remember that the real "dare" is to keep your standards and to hold your beliefs.

2. Reality about self. You will find, and perhaps you have already found, that it is impossible to live up to your own ideals. In our own strength you are unable to cope with new powers and new temptations. Your sense of guilt because of your failures may overcome you. You may see others, even some of your elders, similiarly falling short of the glory of God and apparendy blissfully untroubled about it. This will add to your confusion and insecurity. You cannot live up to your own standards and ideals, let alone our Lord's ideals, in our own strength alone. There have been many schemes for social betterment but the fallacy of all Utopias has been this ancient heresy of overlooking original sin. Education alone is not sufficient; it can produce clever devils. The Nazis were one illustration of this. It is easy to be selfish; it is hard to be unselfish. Sooner or later you will find something you cannot cope with; some crisis will occur, some failure or a bereavement, or you may just "go stale".

Then you find two alternatives; (a) Cynicism — this will make you hard and shallow and superficial. It will also give you unhappiness and make you incapable of enthusiasm or real enjoyment, (b) You may swallow your pride, admit your own real need, and ask for God's help. Christian ideals and standards are "unrealistic" by purely human standards. W e were not meant to be able to live up to the Sermon on the Mount in our own strength. Our Lord said — " A p a r t from Me ye can do nothing"— in the spirit of humility, we should accept reality, especially about ourselves. This is a part of growing up spiritually.

True self-reliance is God-reliance.

One aspect of reality about ourselves is our womanhood. Women are not "female men"; they are different; they are meant to be complementary to men. I do not believe in feminism, but in

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femininity, its grace, charm, poise, dignity, serenity, wisdom, sense of humour, tenderness. True women care for persons as persons. They have a capacity to suffer, literally to have compassion, sympathy, and patience with others. Self-giving love is the essence of motherhood. This is the true ideal of womanhood, and not the immature, adolescent "glamour girl", which is only a passing phase which should be outgrown.

True women are home-makers. There is a vast difference between a home and a boarding-house with television. A home is an extension of your personality. It is the womb for shaping new personalities. Your homes will be a trust from God. And we must not forget that our life in this world is only the beginning.

3. Reality in your relationships with others.

Growing up involves growing up in the capacity of entering into personal relationships, in loving other people. There are three stages — (a) Infantile. A child is naturally self-centred, wholly de-

pendent upon others, and unable to give anything in return, (b) Learning to give but hungering for a response. Those who are in this stage too often feel cheated. Because there is no response they give up or resign. This can be seen in broken marriages, or even in disagreements in joint efforts of many kinds. Most of us are in this stage for much of our lives. But there is a further stage toward which we should be growing, (c) The mature attitude is adult love which goes on giving, even if there is no response, and regardless of the cost. This is Christian love, like that of our Lord, who, having loved His own, loved them unto the end.

W e see many tragedies of so-called adults who have not grown up emotionally but are still infantile or adolescent; and because they have not reached the mature stage they are profoundly unhappy. Christ has told us that it is happier, more blessed, to give than to receive. This is the reality which all of you must find.

—Stuart Tompkins HOUSE CAPTAINS A N D SPORTS Back

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Studio.

CAPTAINS.

right): Elwyn Keown (Berry), Kay Triplett (Cato), Suzanne Furneaux (Fitchett), Glenys Greenwood (Krome), Enid Ottrey (Nevile), Julie Sanguinetti (Tiddeman).

Front (left to right): Judith Lumley (Berry), Diana Redman (Cato), Kathryn Humphrey (Fitchett), Sue Thomas (Krome), Diana Weekes (Nevile), Helen Broadbent (Tiddeman).

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Personality Page

MARGARET ALMOND Joint Senior Prefect

ALISON MCALLISTER Joint Senior Prefect

HELEN BROADBENT Senior Boarders' Prefect

MARGARET ROWE Debating Secretary

KATHRYN HUMPHREY Editor

SUSAN BRUNSDON S.C.M. Representative

LYNETTE MARSHALL United Nations Representative

DIANA WEEKES Social Service Representative

JULIE SUARES School Librarian

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School Officers, 1962 Joint Senior Prefects.—Margaret Almond, Alison McAllister.

Prefects.—Prudence Barr, Helen Broadbent, Kamoya Clarke, Fiona Fairweather, Suzanne Furneaux, Beverley Garlick, Margaret Godson, Glenys Greenwood, Kathryn Humphrey, Heather Jackson, Elwyn Keown, Heather-Anne Leigh, Judith Lumley, Mary McCord, Lynette Marshall, Diana Redman, Margery Rogan, Margaret Rowe, Susan Thomas, Barbara Thornton, Beris Tumley, Helen Watters, Diana Weekes.

Associate Prefects.—Margaret Ashton, Penelope Black, Johanne Byriell, Marjorie Clarke, Jennifer Coates, Laurel Coultas, Helene Dimmitt, Deloraine Keegel, Gretel Keegel, Jillian Lugton, Glenice McLeod, Jeanne Mok, Priscilla Napper, Enid Ottrey, Pamela Padgham, Julie Sanguinetti, Lorraine Stephens, Terrell Taylor, Rosemary Tredinnick, Kay Triplett, Elizabeth Turner, Karin White, Adrienne Wright, Elspeth Wylie.

House (Boarders') Prefects and Wing Captains.—Helen Broadbent (Senior), Barbara Thornton, Helen Watters, Jeanne Mok, Julie Sanguinetti, Keren Heard, Gillian Holloway, Shirley Moon, Elaine Spry.

House Captains.—Senior: Judith Lumley (Berry), Diana Redman (Cato), Kathryn Humphrey (Fitchett), Sue Thomas (Krome), Diana Weekes (Nevile), Helen Broadbent (Tiddeman).

Middle: Anne Lankaster (Berry), Rae Jager (Cato), Alison Dalley (Fitchett), Kaye Williams (Krome), Jennifer Davidson (Nevile), Elizabeth Maclean (Tiddeman).

Lower Middle: Christine Lewis (Berry), Juliet Blaskett (Cato), Jill Muller (Fitchett), Andrea Goldsmith (Krome), Janet Bitcon (Nevile).

House Sports Captains.—Senior: Elwyn Keown (Berry), Kay Triplett (Cato), Suzanne Furneaux (Fitchett), Glenys Greenwood (Krome), Enid Ottrey (Nevile), Julie Sanguinetti (Tiddeman)).

Middle: Judith Kuring (Berry), Margaret Abbott (Cato), Robyn Fraser (Fitchett), Jenny Howell (Krome), Jan Turner (Nevile), Elspeth Anderson (Tiddeman).

Lower Middle: Marijke van Beuge (Berry), Pamela Ross (Cato), Nicole Jennings (Fitchett), Sue Lewis (Krome), Diane Barnes (Nevile).

Form Captains.—H.Vl.a, Alison McAllister and Margaret Almond (Joint); H.VI.b, Johanne Byriell and Pamela Padgham (Joint); H.VI.c, Gillian Skewes; H.VI.d, Laurice Thompson; H.VI.e, Beverley Cullen; Dip.a, Barbara Thornton; S.V.a, Susan Greene; S.V.b, Suzanne Aujard; S.V.c, Jane Salthouse; S.V.d, Carolyn Dunn; S.V.e, Claire Esler; S.V.f, Margaret Froomes; S.V.g, Hilary Mansfield; S.V.h, Margaret Cameron; Dip.b, Sandra Beynon; IV.a, Sandra Leggo; IV.b, Sandra Hunter; IV.c, Margaret McPherson; IV.d, Heather Cornish; IV.e, Bronwyn Bawden; IV.f, Gail Williams; IV.g, Jennifer Williams; IV.h, Alison Wright; IV.j, Lorraine Heron; Ill.a, Anne Gross; Ill.b, Helen Demmer; III.c, Jennifer Davidson; Ill.d, Kathryn Nicholson; IlI.e, Janne Ray; III.f, Robyn Stevens; Ill.g, Jocelyn Katwig; Ill.h, Carolyn Sharp; II.a, Janet McCalman; Il.b, Jill Livingstone; II.c, Marjorie Funston; Il.d, Marja Jonker; II.e, Rosemary Costello; II.f, Sharyn Elks; I.a, Janet Bitcon; I.b, Andrea Goldsmith; I.c, Stephanie W o r t ; I.d, Lee McDonald; I.e, Dianna Bames; I.f, Christine Lewis; I.g, Kristine Jones; VI.a, Elizabeth Coates; VI:b, Judith Katchor; VI.c, April Baragwanath.

Social Service Captains.—H.Vl.a, Diana Weekes; H.VI.b, Penelope Black; H.VI.c, Kenneil Barber; H.VI.d, Diana Martin; H.VI.e, Christine Edmunds; Dip.a, Beverley Waite; S.V.a, Una Parsons; S.V.b, Jillian Hutchings; S.V.c, Janet Dick; S.V.d, Kay McCarroll; S.V.e, Susan Biles; S.V.f, Margot Sanguinetti; S.V.g, Merran Anderson; S.V.h, Margaret Dempster; Dip.b, Alison Hall; IV.a, Pongpan Pinsvasdi; IV.b, Jane Griffiths; IV.c, Amanda Gardiner; IV.d, Helen Morton; IV.e, Kathryn Forster; IV.f, Vivienne Lloyd; IV.g, Nola Jelbart; IV.h, Carol White; IV.j, Ailsa Sheen; III.a, Helen Baulch; Ill.b, Miranda Evans; III.c, Kaye Borgeest; Ill.d, Rowena Gill; lll.e, Sandra Day; Illf, Ann Quartermain; Ill.g, Cheryl Green; Ill.h, Marjorie Parry; Il.a, Judith Lenk; Il.b, Pamela Zerbe; II.c, Jan Sweatman; Il.d, Denise Maunder; II.e, Brenda Atkin; II.f, Jennifer Scott; la, Catherine Warren; I.b, Vicki Molloy; I.c, Maree Cole; I.d, Rosemary Harry; I.e, Susanne Scott; I.f, Yvonne Kominos; I.g, Jill Gordon; Vl.a, Mary Player; Vl.b, Robyn Patterson; VI.c, Sally-Anne Gassner.

Sports Captains.—H:VI.a, Glenys Greenwood; H.VI.b, Kay Triplett; H.VI.c, Ula Jones; H.VI.d, Lesley Story; H.VI.e, Keren Heard; Dip.a, Suzanne Furneaux; S.V.a, Jean Elder; S.V.b, Susan Minter; S.V.c, Helena Woller; S.V.d, Janis W o o d ; S.V.e, Carol Cox; S.V.f, Jill Moorfield; S.V.g, Pamela Proctor; S.V.h, W e n d y Robertson; Dip.b, Susan Peter; IV.a, Prue Cooper; IV.b, Gwenda James; IV.c, Jan Weston; IV.d, Marion May; IV.e, Janet Hart; IV.f, Kaye Davies; IV.g, Rosalind Lawson; IV.h, Joan Walduck; IV.j, Jill Gallienne; Ill.a, Helen George; Ill.b, Diane Wright; III.c, Jennifer Howell; I l l . d , Pamela Chippendall; IlI.e, Margaret Abbott; Ill.f, Lynette Morieson; Ill.g, Elspeth Anderson; Ill.h, Kay Young; Il.a, Patricia Horrocks; Il.b, Toni Barber; II.c, Kay Ashman; Il.d, Jennifer Goldsmith; II.e, W e n d y Bremner; II.f, Jan Ellis; I.a, Elizabeth Champion; I.b, Juliet Blaskett; I.c, Lorel Smith; I.d, Alana Jager; I.e, Lynette Fordred; I.f, Robin Howard; I.g, Elizabeth Chambers; Vl.a, Sally Leffler; Vl.b, Margot Thomson; VI.c, Christine Kho.

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S.C.M. Committee.—President, Miss D . M. Cerutty; Secretary, Sue Brunsdon; Committee, Elizabeth Turner, Sandra Hocking, Enid Ottrey, Heather Jackson, Prudence Barr, Margaret Almond, Alison Bumell, Robin Hosken, Elizabeth Bradbury, Jane Salthouse.

Library Committee.—Librarian, Julie Suares; Committee, June Staunton, Dorothy Pollard, Diana Barrett, Bronya Cropper, Ailsa McLaren, Margaret McLaren, Pamela Gloster, Beverley Gloster, Diana Nash, Judy Wells, Carole Stokes, Fiona Duncan, Christine Patch.

United Nations' Association.—President, Dr. B. T. Sartory; Vice-President, Lynette Marshall; Secretary, Janice Cockrem; Treasurer, Diana Redman; Leaving Representatives, Kerin Waller, Margaret Goldberg; School Representative, Lynette Marshall.

Debating Society.—Miss B. Sutton; Secretary, Margaret Rowe; Committee, Laurel Coultas, Hilary Sage.

French Club.—Mr. R. L. G. Hooke; President, Margaret Almond; Secretary, Diana Weekes; Committee, Matriculation—Kathryn Humphrey, Priscilla Napper, Fairlie Winston; Leaving—Margaret Hamilton, Susan Stewart, Jillian Cordon; Intermediate—Barbara Crampton, Jill Zerbe.

German Club.—Miss U. Gottschalk, Miss R. Schouten; Secretary, Leahn Turvey; Assistant Secretary, Fairlie Winston; Committee, Sally-Ann Gillman, Sandra Hocking, Margaret McCarthy, Tania Unger, Heather Cornish, Elizabeth Dax, Ann Lewis.

Latin Club.—Miss M. Betts; President, Glenice M c L e o d ; Secretary, Joan Stacey; Committee, Bronwyn Stokes, Marjorie Thompson, Jennie Davidson, Trudi Kenealy, Sandra Shuck, Janet Bitcon, Carolyn Philpott, Andrea Coldsmith, Margaret Beemer, Jill Muller.

Life-Saving Representatives.—Joanne Barber (Berry); Beverley Sandham, Ailsa McLaren (Cato); Jean Elder (Fitchett); Marjorie Clarke, Beverley Carlick (Krome); Janet Eltringham (Nevile); Keren Heard (Tiddeman).

Social Service.—President, Miss L. Howie; Secretary, Diana Weekes.

Camera Club.—President, Miss J. Perkins; Secretary, Diana Sloane.

Modern History Club.—President, Miss B. Sutton; Secretary, Helene Dimmitt; Committee, Elizabeth Pillar, Kamoya Clarke, Lynette O'Reilly.

PREFECTS.

—Stuart Tompkins

Studio.

Back (left to right): Fiona Fairweatber, Lynette Marshall, Heather Jackson, Margaret Rowe, Elwyn Keown, Mary McCord, Margery Rogan.

Centre

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right): Helen Watters, Beverley Carlick, Margaret Godson, Suzanne Furneaux, Judith Lumley, Diana Weekes, Glenys Greenwood, Heather-Anne Leigh.

Front (left to right): Prue Barr, Sue Thomas, Barbara Thornton, Diana Redman, Margaret Almond (Joint Senior), Helen Broadbent, Kathryn Humphrey, Beris Tumley, Kamoya Clarke.

Absent: Alison McAllister (Joint Senior).

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School Activities Chapel Notes The Sunday evening^ services in the chapel have continued throughout the term under the leadership of Dr. Wood. The chapel choir, led

by Miss Flockart and aided by Mr. John Eggington at the organ, has been an added blessing in these services.

These special services have been held during the term: 4th March—Television Service.

18th March—Parents' Association.

18th and 19th April—School Communion Services.

The N e w Chapel W i n d o w A service was held in Fitchett Chapel on Sunday afternoon, 29th April, to dedicate a window in memory of the late Princess Fusipala Tupou of Tonga, sister of the Queen of Tonga, and a former pupil of this school. Miss Elsie Scholes presented the window, and the Scripture lesson was read by Miss D. Cerutty, both representing the Old Collegians' Club. The window, a beautiful representation of the painting "The Light of the World", provided the theme for the sermon given by the Principal. A group of Tongan nurses and students residing in Melbourne sang a hymn in their own language. Many Old Collegians and friends of the school joined in the memorable service.

Infant Baptisms at Fitchett Chapel Philippa Ann Vivienne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Eggington (Audrey Walklate), on 26th November.

Suzanne Linda, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Worsch (Jill Matthias), on 3rd December.

Jan Kerryn, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. White (Elaine Comwell), on 3rd December.

David Ian and Judith Kaye, son and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Shaw (Beverley Short), on 3rd December.

Julie Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Rice (Joan Ray), on 3rd December.

Lisa Anne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. K. T. Williams (Roma Lemke), on 10th December.

Sallyann Margaret, daughter of Captain C. H. and Mrs. Ducker (Alison Benjamin), on 18th March.

Jennifer Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Middlebrook (Marjorie Cartwright), on 15th April.

Jan Elisabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. E. McCorkell (Margaret Kidd), on 13th May. Joanne Margaret, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. K. C. Lloyd (Margaret Jane), on 20th May.

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Weddings

Joan Walmsley to Norman A. Gibbs on 23rd November. Rev. Ronald Owen officiated.

Barbara Dickins to Graham Williams on 24th November.

Robin Griffith to Robert Myers on 2nd December.

Margaret Yeo to Douglas Bear on 2nd December.

Wendy Taylor to Rudolf Wen Huda on 9th December.

Loris Crosby to Mr. B. S. Sanderson on 16th December. Rev. A. Bligh officiated.

Judith Reusch to John Cotterill on 22nd December.

Marilyn Taylor to Francis Ohlsen on 23rd December.

Janice Clarke to Lindsay Morehouse on 28th December.

Heather Marshall to John Suriano on 30th December. Dr. Wood assisted the Rev. A. W. R. Milligan.

Roslyn McConnell to Graeme Cutts on 6th January, 1962.

Anne Tanner to Edward Clare on 13th January.

Ann Miller to Trevan Jenkin on 20th January.

Dr. Wood officiated and the Rev. L. Coulthard assisted.

Noelle Calderwood to Archibald Murray on 1st February.

Rosalind Terry to Ivan Poule on 3rd February.

Rev. Prof. Colin Williams officiated.

Judith Schilling to Leonard Sharp on 10th February.

Glynnys McDougall to Edwin Gall on 3rd March.

Jill Davis to Bruce Suckling on 3rd March.

Rev. J. D. Samson officiated.

Barbara Swann to Graham Dickinson on 7th March.

Margery Stanger to Daniel Steffans on 7th March.

Joan Corbett to George Bennett on 8th March.

Barbara Kent to Robert Reid on 17th March.

Beverley Farren-Price to Thayer S. Bodycomb on 22nd March.

Margaret Jenkin to Malcolm Evans on 31st March. Dr. Wood officiated and the Rev. A. Mackay assisted.

Elsea Cant to Bernhard Bartlau on 6th April.

Lois Wilson to John Davey on 6th April.

Lynn Esler to Bruce Hodges on 7th April.

Pamela Jones to John Douglas Melloy on 7th April.

SILVER A JD GREEN Betty Hodgetts to Kevin Marchant on 14th April. Rev. L. Brumley officiated.

Heather Williams to William Austin on 21st April.

Beverley Smith to Gerald Armstrong on 21st April.

Janice Wallis to David Noakes on 5th May. June O'Connell to Trevor Treadwell on 12th May. Anne Harvey to Axel Kruse on 18th May. Ailsa Trembath to Herbert Barry Morris on 19th May. Jennifer Dugay to Peter Jackson on 19th May. Dr. Wood officiated and Pastor A. White assisted.

Diana Quick to Ian McMillan on 19th May. Rev. Ian Parton officiated.

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The Kilvington Tuckshop was opened during recess on 4th April by Mr. Nevile, the Chairman of the M.L.C. Executive Committee. Mrs. Dunn made a speech on behalf of the Ladies' Auxiliary, as Mrs. Lord was ill at the time. Dr. and Mrs. Wood, Mrs. Chambers and representatives of the Old Collegians' Club were members of the official party.

The tuckshop will now be open five days a week instead of two, and the proceeds will be put to paying for the tuckshop. W e thank Mrs. Lord and all her loyal helpers very much for the marvellous work they are doing.

On 14th March, M.L.C.'s three new asphalt tennis courts on Glenferrie Road were used for the first time when the M.L.C. under-fifteen team played Ruyton.

Devotional Those of us who meet to worship in the peace and beauty of the Chapel each Wednesday morning, have found this brief devotional period to be an inspiring beginning to the day, and a peaceful interlude from the usual bustle of school life.

Many more girls would be welcome to join in this time of fellowship.

W e are deeply appreciative of the many new and important thoughts which Dr. Wood presented to us as he led our first-term devotional study of the life and teachings of Paul.

May we always remember and follow the advice Paul gave to the early Christians in I Corinthians 16: 13.

"Be alert; stand firm in the faith; be valiant and strong. Let all you do be done in love."

— Heather Jackson.

Student Christian Movement S.C.M. commenced well this year with a badge service in the Chapel, led by Dr. Wood, when more than 120 girls became members. At this service Dr. Wood pointed out the aims of S.C.M. and stressed that the group at M.L.C. is only a very small part of a world-wide federation.

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On 9th March we were fortunate enough to have Mrs. Janet Secomb to speak to us in Open Period. As a result of her very interesting talk on Tonga, it was decided that some effort should be made to help Tongan boys receive an education, so 23rd March was set aside as "Tonga Day". During Open on that day Miss Cerutty stressed the aims of S.C.M. as fellowship, study, service and worship, and each of these aims was illustrated by members of staff and girls. A retiring collection was taken and this collection, together with money collected by forms and proceeds from special films, amounted to £87/10/-.

This money will be enough to educate eight Tongan boys for a year.

During Open Period on 6th April, Mrs. Lunn, a missionary from Africa, spoke to us and told us many heart-warming stories of how some of the people of that country were converted to Christians.

Study groups have been held alternately with U.N. on Wednesdays and will continue for the rest of the year. Intermediate members have been meeting as a group on Wednesdays under the capable leadership of Miss Lardner and Mr. Seymour.

The first inter-school function was held at Scotch College early in March and was in the form of a fellowship tea and service. M.L.C. attended in "full force" and it is hoped that this enthusiasm will continue throughout the year.

Following the tea, a service was held in the school's Chapel. This service was led by schools' representatives, and the preacher was the Rev. Douglas Hyde, who spoke on the four deadly sins, and their presence and importance in the life of today's youth.

— Sue Brunsdon United Nations' Association This year and last year the grave world situation has been brought home to us, young and old alike, with almost terrifying force. It seems that the first essential in promoting world peace of tomorrow is by educating the present-day youth in international understanding. It is the aim of the United Nations' Association to promote this international understanding, and through our school branch we hope to foster an increase in knowledge and understanding of the world and its peoples.

Our school U.N.A. has been very successful this term and the fortnightly lunch-hour meetings have generally had a large attendance. Despite a disappointment when a film failed to arrive for one meeting, the meetings have been found to be interesting by all those who attended. Particular pleasure was found in an address at one meeting by Tina Sim, one of our Asian girls who spoke about Chinese customs, religion, etc. Another lunch-hour meeting took the form of an address

by Dr. Sartory, our U.N.A. President, on cancer as a disease.

W e were delighted to be able to obtain the services of Mr. Utassy in a Friday Open Period.

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wind lecturer at die University Conservatorium, is teaching flute.

"Aspects of Australian Life from the migrant point of view".

During the term the school U.N.A. has been represented at two inter-school committee meetings. Girls were unable to attend the Discussion Evening as it, unfortunately, fell during the exams. Many are looking forward to the interschool U.N. Dance, which will take place in second term.

In the first two weeks of term, piano, singing, theory and instrumental lessons began in earnest, and the music scholarship tests were held, Miss Flockart and Mr. Ingram again adjudicating. The results are as follows:

One meeting in the near future, which will no doubt be of interest to all, is a concert to be put on by the Asian girls. All who are taking part are enthusiastically rehearsing.

The Senior Piano Scholarship (gift of the late E. A. Wright) — Alison McAllister.

In conclusion, we wish to express our sincere thanks to Dr. Sartory, our U.N. President, who devotes much time and energy in helping our association.

— Jan Cockrem

Tonga Appeal During an open S.C.M. period this term, Mrs. Secomb (Miss Janet Wood) spoke to us about education in Tonga. W e learned that £10 would entitle a boy to a year's schooling, and being aroused by such a human story we determined to raise money for this purpose.

Many special efforts were made by the Forms and a retiring collection was taken up at the next open S.C.M. period. The highlight of the appeal was the baseball match between Staff and Prefects, held during one lunchtime, with Dr. W o o d as the official umpire. Hundreds of eager spectators lined the terraces and the game was thoroughly enjoyed by all. While it was in progress a number of volunteers moved among the girls to collect donations, and the amount contributed was over £13, bringing the total to £87/10/-.

— Diana Weekes

When music sounds Gone is the earth I know, And every lovely thing Even lovelier grows.— Walter de la Mare.

At the 1961 Speech Night, the M.L.C. Music Sohool said farewell to a great deal of musical talent, but we wish the girls concerned every success in their future studies.

The commencement of school in 1962 opened a very busy and eventful programme for the year, and the music school is confident of success in every way. W e were pleased to welcome several new members to the teaching staff. Mr. Waldeman Seidel of the University Conservatorium of Music, and Miss Nancy Bonney, Dip.Mus., are teaching piano; Miss Mignon Weston is taking oboe pupils; Mr. Thomas Ovenden, Mus.Bac., and Miss Meredith Hunkin, A.Mus.A., are taking pupils in clarinet; Mr. Leslie Barklamb, Dip.Mus., a wood-

The Danks Scholarship for Singing (founded by the late Sir Aaron Danks)—Barbara Thornton.

The "Ruth Flockart" Scholarship for Intermediate Piano (gift of Mrs. Purvis, Mrs. Bond and Miss Pizzey)—Rosemary Allen.

The Danks Trust Scholarship for Junior Piano — Lynley Carrington.

The Lorna Stirling Memorial Scholarship for Violin (gift of the Parents' Association).—Claire Fanner.

The Mrs. F. J. Cato Scholarship for an Orchestral Instrument.—Lynley Carrington and Rosalie Atkins.

The Scholarship for any Orchestral Instrument other than Violin.—Hilary Mansfield.

The Original Composition Scholarship (gift of the Parents' Association).—Claire Farmer.

The Open Scholarship for Piano or Singing (gift of the Parents' Association).—Karin White (piano).

The Open Scholarship for the "Ruth Flockart No. 2" (gift of an anonymous donor).—Denise Deerson ('cello).

The scholarship winners' recital was held on 6th March, in the Assembly Hall.

The school has been fortunate in the number of lunchtime recitals given on Thursdays in the Assembly Hall. W e would like to extend our thanks to Miss Mary Rowe ('cello), Miss May Clifford (piano), Dr. Sartory (baritone), Roslyn Wortley (piano), Mr. Ronald Farren-Price (piano), Mrs. Keunemann (piano), and several Honour VI girls for their parts played in these very enjoyable performances, and we look forward to another two terms of such concerts. W e would also like to congratulate Diana Weekes on reaching the State finals of the A.B.C. Concerto competitions.

Diana performed her work at a recital in Flockart Hall for all members of choir, and we wish her every success in the future.

Piano classes have increased in numbers this year, so that there are now over 60 girls learning in eleven different classes. A new orchestral idea has commenced this year in forming ensemble groups.

The string ensemble, led by Miss Hermia Barton, and the woodwind and brass ensemble, led by Mr. Graham Bickford, both meet regularly, and the girls in these groups are gaining valuable experience in working together.

The full orchestra, conducted as last year by Mr. Graham Blomfield, practises each Friday afternoon. With the added help of two bassoonists, a French horn and two more oboes, the orchestra is well equipped to give recitals, and accompany the school once a week for the hymn in assembly.

SILVER A JD GREEN The school's four choirs commenced the new year's work with the enthusiasm shown in other years, the Lower Middle and Second Form choirs being conducted by Miss Marcakis, the SubIntermediate choir and Madrigals by Miss Vickery.

The Senior Choir under the leadership of Miss Elton has been preparing for the performance of the "Messiah" with Scotch College, conducted

by Mr. Logie Smith as in the two previous years.

The senior Madrigal group is singing the soprano and contralto arias, and this long-awaited event will, we trust, be successfully accomplished when the Magazine is in print. Similarly will be accomplished the annual School Church Service at Auburn Church, when the singing, led by Senior Choir presenting Schubert's "The Lord is My Shepherd", will be accompanied by Mr. John Eggington as organist. In second term, the choir has an important part to play in a four-schools concert in aid of St. Hilda's College at the Festival Hall. We would like to thank Miss Elton for all the time and work she puts into making Choir such an enjoyable and profitable part of our education.

Finally, we would like to thank Mr. Ingram for his untiring work as Director of the Music School,

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and are confident that under his leadership, music will continue to play an important part in the life of M.L.C. - K a r i n White Dramatic Art "All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players: They have their exits and their entrances, And one man in his time plays many parts."

This is certainly true of the members of the Dramatic Societies throughout the school, who are showing increasing enthusiasm in all dramatic work.

Under Miss Dwyer's leadership we are gaining knowledge in the spheres of stage setting, miming, group activity work and play reading. W e are learning how to express and conduct ourselves on the stage and thus our confidence is increased and imagination vitalised.

Again this year we wish to express our gratitude to Mr. R. W. Nevile for his gift of the Shield for the Inter-house Dramatic Contest, held on 13th and 14th June. Prior to these dates all houses diligently prepared their plays and girls, even if

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(On left: Mr. Logie Smith, conductor, and Miss Jane Elton.)

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not members of the Dramatic Society, gained valuable experience in all aspects of play presentation.

W e would like to thank Miss Dwyer for her unfailing help in all dramatic work, and also all other members of the Speech Staff whose assistance is greatly appreciated.

— Mary McCord

Art of Speech Notes Speech is the medium through which we convey our ideas — the impact of what we say depends on how we say it.

The large increase in the number of speech pupils this year shows a growing awareness of the importance of speaking well. We welcome these new girls! W e are also very glad to have Mrs. Robarts on the teaching staff.

Speech girls have actively participated in special school functions this year. At the service held to commemorate Anzac, Margaret Almond and Mary McCord read a passage in Senior Assembly from John Maselfield's beautiful "Gallipoli".

At Easter, eight speech girls read some extracts in the chapel from Clive Sanson's collection of poems, "The Witnesses". Their obvious sincerity and appreciation of the poems conveyed to the audience the true spirit of Easter.

On Friday, 4th May, a Junior Speech Recital was held in Flockart Hall, at which the fifth and sixth grades and First Form girls presented poems, dramatised ballads and mimes in an interesting and entertaining manner to an appreciative audience.

At die School Service on 13th May, Margaret Almond, our Joint Senior Prefect, read the Old Testament lesson and a group of five girls read the lesson from the New Testament.

Early this term the Speech Scholarships were held. The results were: Leaving and Honour Forms (gift of the Parents' Association).—Shared by Anne Conde and Jane Salthouse.

Leaving and Honour Forms — untrained (gift of Parents' Association).—Margaret Almond.

Intermediate and Diploma Forms (gift of the Dramatic Society).—Nan Brown.

Middle School (gift of the Dramatic Society).— Shared by Jennifer Howell and Trudi Kenealy.

Lower Middle School (gift of the Dramatic Society).—Kathryn Evans.

Our congratulations to these girls!

W e would like to express our gratitude for the interest and encouragement which the Speech Staff has given us throughout the term under the talented direction of Miss Dwyer.

— Laurel Coultas

Debating Society Notes The Debating Society has had a firm start to the year, due mostly to the leadership of Miss Sutton and Miss Hotchin, who have had to help

with many details which they would normally have left to the leaders, because of the inexperience of the girls, and we all appreciate their efforts on our behalf.

It has been very rewarding to notice that the membership of the society has increased and that larger numbers of Leaving girls are attending the meetings.

This year the system of having three inter-house debates has continued, and the first two were held earlier in the term. None of last year's "champions" returned and so all the Houses suffered with the disadvantage of having girls with no inter-house debating experience in their teams.

Because of this a very high standard was not obtained, although the second debate was better than the first. Cato proved, in a very close battle with Tiddeman, that "a system of censorship of literature and public entertainment is not desirable". The second clash resulted in a win for Berry, convincing Krome that "tradition is not a bar to progress". The third of the debates will take place early in second term.

The lunch-time meetings this term have mostly taken the form of round-table debates, although at the first meeting Miss Sutton explained some of the pitfalls of inter-house debating. The roundtable debates have resulted in interesting discussions on subjects varying from raising the school leaving age to the relative merits of men and women drivers.

This term, because of a large number of extra school activities, we have been unable to arrange any inter-school meetings. However, arrangements are being made for a meeting with P.L.C. and we hope that this can take place early in Second Term, and also look forward to further functions of this kind in the future.

— Margaret Rowe

Modern History Club This year the club has furthered its aim to make history a living subject for those studying it. "History never repeats itself," but films, talks and excursions are perhaps a more comfortable way of reliving the past.

Though other activities have interfered, interesting talks and a recording have proved enjoyable and enlightening. The recording was one on the emancipation of women, valuable for Leaving students. Miss Parson's talk was delightfully informal, yet fascinating, illustrated as it was with excellent slides of historic places in Britain.

A ramble around the historic spots of Melbourne including a visit to Como House, and lunch at the Separation Tree in the Botanic Gardens, has been planned for the last Saturday of first term. A visit to the Law Courts or Parliament in session is to be arranged.

The Modern History Club has commenced its second year successfully, and thanks are due to Miss Sutton for her continued guidance and inspiration.

— Helene Dimmitt

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SILVER A JD GREEN French Club The French Club has commenced this year with increased numbers and enthusiasm, and would like to extend a sincere welcome to Mr. Hooke, as the new Senior French Master.

A committee has been elected, and a varied programme planned for the forthcoming weeks. The meetings which have been held already have been both educational and interesting — one of the Leaving members of the Club who had visited France during the Christmas vacation, gave a talk about places which she had visited, and coloured slides were shown. A film entitled "Les Etudiantes", which told of the life of French university students at Caen University, was shown and enjoyed by all who attended. It is hoped that it will be possible to show films regularly throughout the year. At the meeting prior to the examinations, a tape of the Intermediate, Leaving and Matriculation poems was played, and all who were present found this very helpful.

Pen-friends are being established in France, and it is hoped that this will be a way in which girls are able to put into practice the French learned in the class-room.

Thanks are extended to Mr. Hooke for his enthusiastic leadership of the French Club, and to Mademoiselle Bracquart, for her ever-present support.

— Margaret Almond

Russian Corner Twelve girls from Leaving and Matriculation, under the guidance of Miss Gottschalk, began the study of the Russian language at the beginning of this year. This is fitting as Russia is today one of the leading nations of the world, and studying the language stimulates an interest in the country and the people themselves. It is certainly a change from French, Latin or German, and it is not an easy language to learn.

The initial difficulty was learning to read and write the alphabet, which is Cyrillic and varies considerably from our own. There is, of course, the ever-present problem of pronunciation, and those who have ever done Latin will remember troublesome declensions, which are present in Russian, also an inflected language. Notwithstanding these minor details, gratitude is felt to Miss Gottschalk for the opportunity of learning the language and the class is unique in that the members are there for interest's sake only. Consequently, the relaxed atmosphere makes for enjoyable learning.

Miss Gottschalk's tape recorder is proving a help, for we can listen to native Russians reading our lessons and also hear our own pronunciation on it.

Lessons take place after school until 4.30 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays, and Russian has its place on the Modern Languages notice-board, on which pictures and illustrations are placed regularly.

Although this subject is in its experimental stages at M.L.C., it is certainly a progressive step and in the near future it may become part of the curriculum.

— G. M c L e o d

German Club The German Club has completed a successful first term, with large attendances at all meetings.

A talk has been given b y Miss Ledermann, a lunch-hour conversation period has been held, and three current "Deutschland Spiegel" newsreels have been screened.

Miss Ledermann's talk was an amusing account of her experiences while touring the Continent with no knowledge of foreign languages. During the conversation luncheon, German was spoken; and at this meeting Miss Gottschalk interviewed each girl and recorded her on a tape recorder.

The German Club is hoping for a continuance of these interesting and varied activities, supported by enthusiastic members. W e extend good wishes to girls entering the Goethe Competition in Term II. — Leahn Turvey

Latin Club The Latin Club has had a very successful opening for the year. At our first meeting the Committee, with Glenice M c L e o d as President and Joan Stacey Secretary, was chosen and various activities were planned for the future. W e hope that these will stimulate a greater interest in the study of Latin in the School.

Earlier in the term a film of "Greek Buildings" was screened and this was attended by a large number of girls. W e thank Miss Betts for the work she is doing and hope the Latin Section will have further success this year.

— Joan Stacey

Films Screened in Term 1 A is for Atom A trip to the Moon Exploring the Night Sky Solar Family Introduction to Chemistry Indonesia: The Land and the People Sarawak Mystery in the Kitchen Animals of the Rocky Shore The Children's Fountain My Old Black Billy The Emperor Moth Galileo The Conquest of the Atom Chaucer and the Medieval Period David: Profile of a Drinker Julius Caesar Heart and Circulation Alimentary Tract The Blood — Thank you, Mr. Seymour!

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Current Affairs

The significance of Literature in the world today has been revealed to many students through extra literary activities. This has stimulated both thought and appreciation.

Under die leadership of Miss Cerutty and Miss Sutton, a weekly session entitled "Current Affairs" has been introduced to broaden the knowledge of Matriculation students.

Matriculation Literature students have attended two evening performances in the University Union Theatre. These were "Macbeth", in which Frank Thring took the leading role, and "The School for Scandal", both plays from the current syllabus.

Many girls attended the University production of "Othello", in order to increase their knowledge of Shakespearian tragedy. Students were appreciative of the time Miss Marshall spent with them discussing modern plays.

Speakers in First Term included Miss Myra Roper, who gave a most informative address on Australian Television compared with that overseas. Mrs. Garlick spoke to us on the Australian author Patrick White, taking, as example of his books, "Voss" and "Riders in the Chariot". Miss Forster, from our own Junior School, kindly spoke twice on Primary Education, and our interest in education was further stimulated by the address of Miss Primmer, a teacher from England. Miss Cerutty also spoke on Patrick White, and Miss Sutton and Miss Cerutty have given talks on the Berlin Crisis, the Algerian Problem, and the problem in New Guinea.

English classes from Leaving attended the Judith Anderson colour film of "Macbeth". This created much interest, and also showed the significance of colour in depicting tragedy on the screen.

Thanks to Mr. Seymour, Intermediate English classes were able to view the film "Julius Caesar" in the Assembly Hall.

W e wish to thank all those who have kindly given up dieir time for us, and in particular, Miss Cerutty and Miss Sutton, for their willing organisation.

The School is most appreciative of the generous additions to the Literary section in the Walton Library. These include books such as Wilson Knights' "The Wheel of Fire" on Shakespearian criticism, "History of Australian Literature" by H. M. Creen, and books by Gassner on Drama and the Theatre.

There has been a record number of enrolments during this term, and there are now over seven hundred borrowers in the library. This number is usually reached by Third Term, so we are beginning well for this year. There has been a

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PREFECTS.

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Back (left to right): Kay Triplett, Priscilla Napper, Margaret Ashton, Julie Sunguinetti, Rosemary Tredinnick, Elspeth Wylie, Grelel Kee«el.

Centre (left to right): Jeanne Mok, Deloraine Keegel, Elizabeth Turner, Terrell Taylor, Enid Ottrey, Jennifer Coates, Adrienne Wright, Penelope Black.

Front (left to right): Jillian Lugton, Helene Dimmitt, Karin White, Pamela Padgham and Johanne Byriell (Joint Seniors), Lorraine Stephens, Glenice M c L e o d , Laurel Coultas, Marjorie Clarke.

SILVER A JD GREEN considerable increase in the number of girls who are making use of the reference section of the library, both in Middle and Senior School. T o meet with this increase, the library has had many duplications made of English, History and Geography books which have been in great demand.

Book-cover displays have been placed on Third Form notice-boards and we hope to continue these class-room displays throughout the school.

Other book displays can also be seen on the library notice-board and in the library display window.

— Julie Suares T h e School Service The Annual School Service was held on Sunday, 13th May, Mother's Day, in the A u b u m Methodist Church, and was conducted by Dr. W o o d . A large number of girls, Old Collegians and parents, attended the service, which was broadcast by 3LO. Dr. W o o d gave an inspiring address entitled "Lydia, an example of Christian Womanhood", which was very fitting for the occasion and day.

Under the capable leadership of Miss Elton, w h o was assisted by Mr. Eggington, our Chapel organist, the School joined in the singing of the "Benedictus" by Vaughan Williams, and later the School Choir sang Schubert's glorious setting of "The Lord is M y Shepherd".

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the day of the centenary celebrations of the founding of Methodism in Australia. This telecast b y ABV2, which travelled interstate, was the first of its kind in the history of M.L.C. Thanks are due to Miss Flockart, w h o trained the boarders' choir, and to Mr. Eggington, our accomplished organist.

As all in House are in Tiddeman, the house spirit is very high, as is demonstrated at interhouse activities — although we are permanently fewer in number.

Dr. W o o d ' s birthday was again recognised, when our certain youngest boarder made the traditional presentation.

A rapidly approaching event is Birthday Night, which will be held on similar lines to that of last year. After the dinner, entertainment will be provided in the Assembly Hall.

W e are looking forward to another grand evening, when our great, old age will be enthusiastically celebrated, at the close of yet another memorable year.

Finally, we thank most sincerely our Lady Superintendent, Miss Cowper, for her guidance and help, and the Resident Staff for its assistance at all times.

— Helen Broadbent

The service was conducted with dignity and reverence, and it is hoped that it conveyed as much to those listening as to those w h o were present.

— Margaret Almond Boarders' N o t e s On 12th Februaiy, the House was awakened from its peaceful break b y 153 high-spirited boarders, of whom 55 were new girls. It was not long before all were settled in, forming the big, happy family once more.

A warm welcome is extended to the new members of the Resident Staff, Miss Joan McKenzie and Miss Heather McKenzie.

W e congratulate the House Prefects, Barbara Thornton, Helen Watters (Vice-Head of House), Jeanne Mok and Julie Sanguinetti; and Wing Captains, Keren Heard, Gillian Holloway, Shirley Moon, Elaine Spry, Arna van Santen and Margaret Vear.

Early in the term, the N e w Girls and Old Girls' Swimming Sports were successfuly conducted. Some budding talent was displayed in many junior events, where the competition was keen. A group of prefects gave a brave display of comical diving, which brought a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon to a close.

T o complete the initiation of the new girls into House the traditional New and Old Girls' Concerts were staged, at which much hitherto unknown theatrical ability was shown in varied ways! These provided two extremely humorous evenings.

A most important occasion was the televising of the boarders' chapel service (4th March), on

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THE ATHLETIC SPORTS The Inter-House Athletic Sports were held on Saturday, 12th May, and were attended by a record number of parents and friends. All events were keenly contested and Krome emerged victorious, many points ahead of their closest rival, Fitchett, who must be congratulated on winning the Proficiency Cup. Miss Sutton ably and enthusiastically organised a number of stalls, the proceeds of which went to the St. Hilda's building fund.

The success of the sports must be attributed to Miss Perkins and her competent, hard-working Physical Education Staff, and also to those members of Staff who officiated on the day. Our thanks go to them, and to Mrs. W o o d , who presented the trophies.

The Results of the Athletic Sports Event 1.—Open Broad Jump: 1 Joan Walduck (F), 2 Judy Chambers (K), 3 Helen Jones (N); Elizabeth Parsons (T) equal. Distance, 14ft. 6ins.

Event 2.—Under 16 100 yds.: 1 Sue Flett (K), 2 Helen Jemison (B), 3 Pam Proctor (C). Time, 12.2 sees.

Event 3.—Under 15 100 yds.: 1 Ros. Lawson (F), 2 Christine Vincent (N), 3 Marjorie Foster (F). Time, 12.5 sees.

Event 4.—Under 14: 100 yds.—1 Margaret Abbott (C), 2 Andre Segal (N), 3 Megan Jackson (K). Time, 13 sees.

Event 5.—Under 13: 75 yds.—1 Debbie Evans (F), 2 Kay Ashman (K), 3 Angela Gast (F). Time, 10.1 sees.

Event 6.—Under 12 75 yds.: 1 Helen Sedgeman (F), 2 Denice Flicker (B), 3 Liona Job (K).

Time, 10 sees, equal record.

Event 7.—16 and over: 100 yds.—1 Adrienne Wright (K), 2 Lana Tishler (K), 3 Margaret Mann (B). Time, 12 sees.

Event 8.—Under 16 High Jump: 1 Beatrix In't Velt (F), 2 Judy Kuring (B), 3 Jenny Howell (K).

Height, 4ft. 8£ins. Record.

Event 9.—Open Discus Throw: 1 Sue Furneaux (F), 2 Rosalie Lahore (N), 3 Judy Bowtell (K).

Distance, 76ft. 9 ins.

Event 10.—Under 16 Baseball Throw: 1 Jan Turner (N), 2 Pam Proctor (C), 3 Tessa Stanley (T). Distance, 65 yds. 2 ft. Record.

Event 11.—Under 12 Leaderball: Nevile, 3 Fitchett.

1 Berry, 2

Event 12.—Under 13 Overhead: 1 Nevile, 2 Cato, 3 Krome. Time, 62g sees. Record.

Event 13.—Under 15 Crossball: 1 Nevile, 2 Krome, 3 Tiddeman. Time, 70 sees.

Event 14.—11 and under 50 yds.: 1 Gill Haigmuir (K), 2 Vicki Coutts (K), 3 Myril Lipman (B). Time, 7 sees.

Event 15.—Open 220 yds.: 1 Ros. Lawson (F), 2 Adrienne Wright (K), 3 Kay McCarrol (T).

Time, 30.6 sees.

Event 16.—Under 16 220 yds.: 1 Sue Flett (K), 2 Christine Vincent (N), 3 Helen Jemison (B). Time, 28.9 sees.

Event 17.—Open Baseball Throw: 1 Josie Tarczynski (K), 2 Kay Triplett (C), 3 W e n d y Robertson (F). Distance, 63 yds. 3 ins.

Event 18.—Under 16 Broad Jump: 1 Lana Tishler (K), 2 Jenny Norton (T), 3 Marion Mav (C). Distance, 14 ft.

Event 19.—Open High Jump: 1 Judy Kuring (B), 2 Joan Walduck (F), 3 Glenys Greenwood (K). Height, 4 ft. 7k ins. Record.

Event 20.—Inter-House Diamond Throwing: 1 Nevile, 2 Tiddeman, 3 Cato. Time, 66 sees.

Event 21.—Under 15 Flag Relay: 2 Krome, 3 Cato. Time, 39.8 sees.

1 Fitchett,

Event 22.—Under 16 Flag Relay: 1 Krome, 2 Cato, 3 Berry and Tiddeman (equal). Time.

40 sees.

Event 23.—Open Flag Relay: 1 Krome, 2 Berry, 3 Tiddeman. Time, 39.8 sees.

Event 24.—Under 14 Flag Relay: Krome, 3 Nevile. Time, 61.4 sees.

1 Berry, 2

Event 25.—Under 13 Flag Relay: 2 Krome, 3 Berry. Time, 62.7 sees.

1 Fitchett.

Event 26.—Under 12 Flag Relay: 2 Nevile, 3 Berry. Time, 66 sees.

1 Fitchett,

Event 27.—Under 11 Flag Relay: 1 Berry, 2 Krome, 3 Fitchett. Time, 46.8 sees.

Event 28.—Under 16 Crossball: 1 Tiddeman, 2 Cato, 3 Krome. Time, 67.7 sees.

Event 29.—Under 14 Overhead: Krome, 3 Fitchett. Time, 56.2 sees.

1 Cato,

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Event 30.—11 and under Overhead: 2 Krome, 3 Cato. Time, 71 sees.

1 Fitchett,

Event 31.—Open Overhead Spoke Relay: 1 Tiddeman, 2 Berry, 3 Fitchett. Time, 2 mins.

56.2 sees. Record.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN Tropny List Middle ana junior Points Cup won by Fitchett.

Senior Points Cup won by Krome.

House Proficiency Cup won by Fitchett.

The Bettye Hammon Cup for Aggregate Points won by Krome.

Total Aggregate Points 1.—Krome: 137.

2.—Fitchett: 118.

3.—Berry: 77J. Results of Inter-School Events Under 13 Inter-School Flag Relay: 1 Ruyton, 2 M.L.C., 3 Tintern. Time, 83.2 sees.

Under 15 Inter-School Flag Relay: 1 M.L.C., 2 P.L.C., 3 Korowa. Time, 79.1 sees.

Senior Inter-School Flag Relay: 1 P.L.C., 2 Korowa, 3 Ruyton. Time, 78 sees.

— Elwyn Keown BASEBALL Baseball practices were attended enthusiastically by many girls, early in First Term, Miss Woodfull being in charge of the seniors, Miss Stevens the under 15 and Miss Parry the under 13 teams.

With several positions vacant from the previous year, there was keen competition amongst those trying for the senior team. The team was finally chosen as: Margaret Lavender (pitcher), Wendy Robertson (catcher), Julie Sanguinetti (1st base, vice-captain), Glenys Greenwood (2nd base, captain), Josephine de Tarczynski (3rd base), Kay Triplett (short stop), Heather-Anne Leigh (L.O.F.), Pamela Proctor (C.O.F.), Terrell Taylor (R.O.F.).

Barbara Thornton played two matches during the season.

The Senior seconds, being captained by Elwyn Keown, won four out of five matches played.

With Joan Walduck as captain, the under 15 team was undefeated and all are to be congratulated on their success.

The under 13 team, captained by Rosemary Mollison, also had a very good term's baseball.

All the baseball teams wish to thank their respective coaches for the enthusiasm and encouragement they showed throughout the season.

W e hope the baseball teams next year will enjoy the matches and will meet even more success than did the teams this year.

Results Senior: P.L.C. d. M.L.C., 26-12; M.L.C. d.

Ruyton, 39-7; M.L.C. d. Hermitage, 25-10; M.L.C. d. Morongo, 20-4; M.L.C. d. Lauriston, 26-2; M.C.E.G.G.S. d. M.L.C., 15-10.

Junior: M.L.C. d. Ruyton, 18-6; P.L.C., 11-7; M.C.E.G.G.S., 36-12; Hermitage, 23-6; Lauriston, 13-10; Morongo, 19-2.

— Glenys Greenwood

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TENNIS This year, more enthusiasm was shown in the number of girls who tried for the senior teams, so that Mrs. Maddison had quite a job in selecting the best team.

The Senior Eight was as follows:— 1st pair: Jenny Mitchell, Sue Furneaux (captain).

2nd pair: Helen Broadbent (vice-captain), Margaret Asliton.

3rd pair: Judy Lumley, Margery Rogan.

4th pair: Elizabeth MacDonald, Helen Burrows.

After defeating P.L.C. in our first match, we were all confident that we were on our way to a premiership season, but luck was not with us, for although we showed plenty of spirit, and defeated P.L.C. and Hermitage, Morongo showed us that they were the better side.

Our last match against M.C.E.G.G.S. was very close and exciting, but unfortunately they defeated us by one set.

Results of matches Seniors M.L.C. d. P.L.C

were: Rubbers Sets Games 3 6 45 1 3 38 M.L.C. d. Hermitage . .

3 6 42 2 1 31 2 M.C.E.G.G.S. d. M.L.C. 5 37 2 4 42 Morongo d. M.L.C. . .

4 8 48 0 0 21 M.L.C. d. Ruyton . . . .

4 8 48 0 0 19 The second eight, captained by Judith MacDonald, did extremely well, for they lost only one match throughout the season.

In conclusion, I should like to thank our coach, Mrs. Maddison, for her guidance and encouragement; thanks also to all members of the team for the enthusiasm shown this year, and to all future teams, may you have the very best of luck.

— Sue Furneaux TABLE TENNIS This is the first year that M.L.C. has been represented in the Victorian Table Tennis Association's Summer Pennant Competition. The teams entered are registered as M.L.C. Green and M.L.C. Silver.

The Green team was chosen as follows: Rosemary Humphries (captain), Gillian Hocking, Susan Stuart, Mary Alexander, Diane O'Meara.

The Silver team consisted of: Judy Shardey (captain), Sue Betheras, Barbara Hulme, Carole Dixon, Elizabeth Bradbury.

Results:— MacRobertson Blue d. M.L.C. Silver, 6 rubbers to 5.

M.L.C. Silver d. MacRobertson White, 11-0.

Centre d. M.L.C. Silver, 7-4.

M.L.C. Silver d. Alpine, 9-2.

M.L.C. Silver d. Hakoah, 6-5.

M.L.C. Silver d. MacRobertson Red. 11-0.

M.L.C. Silver d. MacRobertson Gold, 7-4.

M.L.C. Green d. MacRobertson Black, 9-2.

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I.L.P. d. M.L.C. Green, 8-3.

Penleigh d. M.L.C. Green, 8-3.

University High d. M.L.C. Green, 11-0.

M.L.C. Green d. MacRobertson Maroon, 6-5.

M.L.C. Green d. MacRobertson Blue, 8-3.

Both teams qualified for the semi-finals which commenced on 28th April. However they were unsuccessful in qualifying for the finals.

In the semi-finals, results were:— I.L.P. d. M.L.C. Green, 6-1.

MacRobertson Gold d. M.L.C. Silver, 6-3.

— Rosemary Humphries and Judy Shardey CRICKET In past years there have been only House cricket matches, but at the beginning of 1962 a School cricket team was chosen to play in a Saturday morning competition at Fawkner Park.

Matches started the first week back at school, so the team had to be chosen after only one practice. The team was as follows: Jo Barber, Helen Bourne (wicket-keeper), Judy Chambers, Veryan Charters, Margaret Cutcliffe, Alison Foulis (captain), Sue Howson, Diana Redman, Elizabeth Sutcliffe, Mary Walduck, Sue Webb; 12th man, Helen Fairlie.

As it was the first year in the competition, there were no experienced players, but after the first match the team moulded into one that would never give up, and had good team spirit.

Even though we lost the first match by one run, we fought back to share the D. Mummery Shield with MacRobertson High.

All members of the team would like to thank Miss Perkins and Miss Manning for their neverfailing assistance throughout the season.

Best of luck to next year's team, and we hope they will be as successful as this year's.

Results MacRobertson 8 / 8 3 d. M.L.C. 2/82.

M.L.C. 2 / 6 4 (dec.) d. Box Hill 14 & 9.

M.L.C. 3 / 6 1 (dec.) & 0 / 1 9 d. Preston 29 & 47.

M.L.C. 73 d. Williamstown 33.

M.L.C. 90 d. Sunshine 61.

M.L.C. 4/106 d. University 58.

M.L.C. 6/33 (dec.) d. Clayton 7 & 5.

— Alison Foulis Editor's Note.—The team was strongly supported by the consistent batting of Elizabeth Sutcliffe, and the accurate bowling of Alison Foulis, who completed the season with a hat-trick.

W e congratulate the following girls on being awarded green blazers:— Baseball: Margaret Lavender, Wendy Robertson, Glenys Greenwood, Heather Leigh, Kay Triplett, Julie Sanguinetti (Redate), Pamela Proctor.

Tennis: Suzanne Furneaux (Redate), Margaret Ashton, Helen Broadbent (Redate).

Cricket: Diana Redman, Mary Walduck, Judy Chambers, Alison Foulis, Joanne Barber.

Table Tennis: Judy Shardey.

-—Rosemary Tyers, Dip. B, Berry.

St. John's Church, Canberra.

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House Notes Berry With purple colours flying proudly, Berry has already made a definite impression by her participation in Inter-House activities, thus showing the wonderful determination and enthusiasm present in the House. In welcoming all new members, we hope that they realise their great good fortune in being members of the best House.

Our congratulations to Jo Barber on her appointment as Life-Saving Representative, and we trust she will have your support in Third Term.

Anne Lankaster, our Middle House Captain, and Judy Kuring, Sports Captain, are to be thanked for their help, particularly at sports practices.

Although our hopes were high for the Athletic Sports, nerves and excitement proved too much for many of our competitors, and Berry finally gained third place. Krome is to be congratulated on its win, and Fitchett on being awarded the Proficiency Cup. However Berry extends its appreciation to Elwyn Keown, our Sports Captain, who spent so many hours prior to the sports in training and organising our teams. We are grateful also to Alison Foulis, our Vice-Sports Captain, and the other seniors who gave up so much of their time to help.

Flaunting their purple colours, Berry girls rallied to the Swimming Sports to cheer our swimmers to a wonderful victory. Congratulations and thanks to all who swam. With this triumphant start to the year, we should all be inspired to continue the good work.

Baseball and tennis stimulated our other more sport-minded members into action.

Although we failed in our objective, we feel that Krome is to be congratulated on winning the baseball, and Cato, the tennis.

In the second Inter-House Debate, Berry convinced Krome that "Tradition is NOT a bar to progress". Berry was very ably represented by Kamoya Clarke, Mary McCord and Elizabeth Pillar (leader).

Practices for drama contests are under way, and we wish all concerned the best of luck, and may they keep the purple colours flying.

Conduct, however, leaves much to be desired, and we would like all girls to improve at this point.

Finally, we express our appreciation to Miss Sutton and other House Mistresses for their invaluable guidance throughout the term, and also to the girls who so regularly attend practices for teams.

— Judy Lumley

Cato To all new girls we extend a warm welcome and wish them and our old members a happy and successful year.

To make this the best year ever for Cato is our aim, and to achieve it we need every girl to

show keen House spirit by loyally supporting and fully co-operating in all House activities, which are numerous.

Although as yet we have not shone brilliantly in them — "We'll one and all support our teams, Our players warmly cheer: For be it loss or victory We'll ever persevere."

Our senior and junior baseball and tennis teams, captained by Kay Triplett and Barbara Champion, each won two matches. The senior tennis team had better luck and dashed through the matches in fine style — winning each one.

W e sincerely congratulate Marg. Godson, Midge Ashton, Marje Rogan and Cecilia Focken. The juniors were nearly as successful — losing only one match.

In swimming we unfortunately finished fifth, but the enthusiasm shown by Cato supporters offset this disappointment.

Cato competed enthusiastically in the Athletic Sports on Saturday, 12th May, and although we did not feature in the final results, the support shown by girls, their friends, parents and various mascots which included Sue Green's poodle, was appreciated by everyone. One of our runners, Marg. Abbott, is to be heartily congratulated on her win in the under-14 hundred yards, which equalled the record. Our congratulations to Krome and Fitchett, who won the cup for the highest aggregate points and the Proficiency.

The Junior School Sports were won convincingly

by Cato. Thank you juniors, for keeping the blue colours flying.

The outstanding work that Kay is doing in the sports field is, I am sure, realised by everyone.

She is being ably assisted by Marg. Abbott, Rae Jager (M.H.S.C. and M.H.C.), Juliet Blaskett, Pam Ross (L.M.H.C. and L.M.S.C.), Carolyn Dunn, Jill Moorefield (V.S.H.C. and V.S.S.C.), and Pam Proctor, Marg. Rogan, Midge Ashton and Bev. Sandham.

Miss Hopkins and other Cato members of staff are continuing their excellent work as leaders, and I would like them to accept our deepest thanks.

In debating, our team members — Laurel Coultas (leader), Helen Brain and Chris Edmunds — convinced Tiddeman that "Censorship is necessary in a modern community". The amount of time spent in preparing a debate is not always fully realised and we therefore wish to thank Laurel, Helen and Chris for their splendid effort.

During Second and Third Terms we will take part in the Drama Festival, the Choral Contest (Senior and Middle), Basketball, Hockey and Cricket matches and one activity in which all members can participate — life-saving. Our representatives are Bev. Sandham and Ailsa McLaren.

W e are looking forward to complete success in these activities. Of course, an amount of keen practice will be necessary.

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Our hopes are high — keep the loyalty and enthusiasm just as high — higher if possible, so that by the end of the year we may feel justly proud of Cato's record for 1962. Good luck!

— Diana Redman Fitchett "If you would hit the mark, you must aim a little above it."

Most Fitchett girls realise that victory is not only gained through success in Inter-House competitions, but through loyalty and co-operation within the House itself. This year our aims must all be high, as we strive to make ourselves worthy of the gold colours we proudly wear.

Our House spirit was evident early in die year, when a party was held for girls in Lower Middle School, and it is hoped that this enthusiasm will grow throughout the year.

We wish to thank our Senior House Mistress, Miss Betts, for her constant enthusiasm and encouragement, and congratulate Suzanne Furneaux on her re-election as Sports Captain. W e also congratulate our Middle House and Sports Captains, Alison Dalley and Robyn Fraser, and the Lower Middle School Captains, Jill Muller and Nicole Jennings, on their appointments. Thanks

Elaine Spry

are due to Heather Leigh, Margaret Almond and Judy Tyquin for their leadership in House activities. We hope all girls will support our Life-saving Representative, Jean Elder, later in the year.

In first term, Fitchett's achievements in the Swimming Sports and in Senior Baseball were only moderate. Senior Tennis was disappointing, but the Junior Baseball and Tennis teams were most successful. Success will be more frequent if all girls will support Sue in sporting activities.

While congratulating Krome on its victory in the Athletic Sports, Fitchett girls felt justly proud of the efforts which obtained for them the Junior Points Cup and the Proficiency Cup. The latter marked for us a climax in the good discipline and House spirit for which we have been constantly striving. Thank you Sue, for all you did in preparation for Sports Day. To the girls who participated in the House Play, and to all those who helped the producers in various ways, we extend thanks.

The Debating Team is preparing for the debate with Nevile, and our hopes for victory in the Choral Contests are high. We wish our representatives success in all future activities, but let us remember that good conduct is vital, and that we must all be united in aiming high.

HOARDERS' PREFECTS A N D W I N G Margaret Vear Julie Sanguinetti Jeanne Mok

— Kathryn Humphrey

—Stuart Tompkins Studio.

CAPTAINS. Keren Heard Shirley Moon Arna van Santen

Barbara Thornton Helen Broadbent (Senior), Helen Watters Gillian

Ilollowav

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36 SILVER A! D GREEN Krome "The chain is as strong as its weakest link."

Since the first few weeks of Term I it has been evident that Krome girls, both old and new, have kept our motto in mind and united to keep our green colours flying.

The first signs of Krome enthusiasm came with the Senior and Middle Baseball matches, in which the Seniors played well and lost only one match, while the Middles, who were not so successful, showed improvement and great promise for the future.

Although we did not gain first place in the Inter-House Tennis matches, enthusiasm was not lacking, and we were glad to find more girls interested in this sport.

The Swimming Sports on 9th March ended with a victory for Berry and a few hoarse throats, but our cheering was not entirely in vain as Krome gained second place.

The climax of our House activities for Term I was Krome's success in the Athletic Sports. Many thanks to those girls who competed and supported the House. It was pleasing to see Krome best in spirit as well as in speed.

Although our Debating Team was unable to convince Berry that "Tradition is a bar to progress", we thank Robyn Sparks, Heather Jackson and Bev. Garlick for their preparation of the debate, in which they acquitted themselves with credit.

While our sporting record is being retained at a high level, our conduct leaves much to be desired. But with the co-operation and effort of every Krome girl, our conduct may be improved.

W e would like to congratulate our joint Lifesaving Representatives, Marjorie Clarke and Bev. Garlick, and we feel that with the support of all Krome girls we may carry off the laurels this year in this field of sport.

W e extend our thanks to Miss Hotchin and other House Mistresses, including Miss Betty Jackson, whom we warmly welcome back to Krome, for the help and support they give to the House

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Many thanks to our hard-working Sports Captain, Glenys Greenwood, who has given much of her time and thought to Krome already this year.

She has been ably assisted by Terrell Taylor, Heather Jackson and Marjorie Clarke during the many activities. W e owe thanks also to the Middle Captains, Kaye Williams and Jenny Howell, for their help.

W e congratulate the following Krome girls who have received redates of their House colours, Glenys Greenwood, Sue Thomas and Heather Jackson.

With interest and hope we face the challenges of Second Term, striving to keep the green flag to the fore!

— Sue Thomas

Nevile Nevile is now in its fourth year, and it is pleasing to note that as we are growing in numbers, so we are growing in potentiality, in spheres of both competition and enthusiastic House spirit.

W e wish to thank Miss Tyler and all our House Mistresses for their wonderful support and guidance, and are confident that this co-operation between all House members will be maintained throughout the year. W e congratulate Jenny Davidson and Jan Turner, who have been elected Middle School House and Sports Captains, and Jan Eltringham, who is our Life-saving Representative.

Under the inspiring leadership of our Sports Captain, Enid Ottrey, we were delighted to gain third place in the Swimming Sports. The House offers special thanks to all who participated and showed such wonderful team spirit on that occasion, and our congatulations also to Berry and Krome for their fine efforts.

The Athletic Sports proved to be another exciting event for us. Nevile supporters were wonderfully decked with pink streamers, balloons and banners; and we wish to thank all those who were concerned with the preparation of these colours.

The whole-hearted support given and maintained throughout the day revealed the essential unity of a House to which we are proud to belong.

We are delighted to report that two House records were established this year, in the Under-16 Baseball Throw, and in the Under-13 Crossball.

Our congratulations go to Jan Turner and the Crossball team for these distinctions.

The Results of the Senior House Tennis and Baseball have not been outstanding this term, but we were placed second in the Junior Baseball.

Congratulations Juniors — and keep up the good work!

Practices for the House Drama Contest are now well under way, and we are looking forward to the Choral Contest and the debate with Fitchett, also in Second Term. W e are eager to show our ability in these fields, but it is only with determination and continued effort on our part that we will achieve success. Let us not forget the importance of good conduct, and in every respect may our motto for 1962 be — "United we stand — divided we fall."

— Diana

Weekes

Tiddeman Since the first few weeks of term, it has been evident that the traditionally exuberant House spirit has not changed. The response to the many and diverse callings has been most encouraging.

Despite our big disadvantage of being permanently a smaller House, Tiddeman feels that "what it lacks in quantity is made up in quality".

W e are indeed grateful to our Senior Mistress, Miss Cowper, and to the Resident Staff for their encouraging support, which is always behind us.

The year began well by the tennis team gaining second place to Cato, although it meant parting with the cup we have held for the past two

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years. As well, we parted with the baseball cup this term. Congratulations, Krome!

Having only a very limited number of entrants, Tiddeman was not successful in the Swimming Sports, but we thank heartily the faithful few for their gallant efforts.

The Debating Team fought a very hard battle in its attempt to convince Cato that "Censorship of Literature and Public Entertainment is Desirable". We were unsuccessful, losing by the very narrow margin of one point. We congratulate Shirley Moon and Elaine Spry, who so keenly and energetically supported their leader.

Sports Day proved a wonderful day for all, despite the fact that our rigorous practices were

D GREEN 26 not conducive to victory. Once again, our congratulations go to Krome, who took off the laurels.

Many thanks are due to our Senior Sports Captain, Julie Sanguinetti, for her untiring efforts in preparing the numerous House teams. Her time sacrificed, and her enthusiasm is much appreciated.

The Drama Festival in Second Term has stimulated great interest and preparation. We extend to all connected with the play our best wishes for the great night. The Choral Contests provide the House with an opportunity to reinstate our tradition, broken last year.

Keep up the good work, Tiddemanites — and let that red flag fly more glorious still with all of us united behind it!

— Helen Broadbent

Public Examination Results, 1961 Matriculation — Matriculations (excluding repeated) . . . .

Honours (46 Firsts, 149 Seconds) . . . .

Passes Cromarty Prize—English Literature (shared) Special Exhibition in Economics . . . .

Senior Government Scholarship Albert Guy Miller Music Scholarship . .

Queen's College Exhibitions University Women's College Resident Scholarships Commonwealth Scholarships Secondary Studentships (Education Department)

117 195 408 1 1 1 1 2 3 59 31

Scholarships, Exhibitions, and Studentships Cromarty Prize—English Literature (shared)— Gwynith Wilson.

Special Exhibition in Economics — Margaret Brown.

Senior Government Scholarship — Meredith Hunkin.

Albert Guy Miller Music Scholarship (Janet Clarke Hall) — Meredith Hunkin.

Queen's College Exhibitions — Shirley Ashton, Vivien Zoltak.

University Women's College Resident Scholarships — Solway Love (Major), Helen Conochie, Heather McLean.

Commonwealth Scholarships — Judith Abbott, Shirley Ashton, Fay Atkinson, Wendy Beecham, Joan Bennett, Marylon Bodkin, Beverley Brown, Margaret Brown, Valerie Champion, Elizabeth Clarke, Helen Conochie, Heather Cousland, Janet Curtis, Barbara Day, Barbara Duke, Robyn Freer, Beverley Garlick,

Kerin Gittus, Elizabeth Hall, Emily Hendel, Winsome Hill, Sandra Hodgson, Meredith Hunkin, Susan Jame, Dawn Jelbart, Judith Macdonald, Elaine McLeish, Judith McDonald, Heather McLean, Arlie McQueen, Jennifer Mills, Lesley Mitchell, Susan Nevile, Maree Ould, Denise Patterson, Lynette Peters, Barbara Pollard, Elizabeth Powell, Rosemary Randall.

Sandra Ray, Maija Rinks, Joan Rodger, Jill Sanguinetti, Josephine Selby, Lorraine Sherlock, Merrill Smalley, Pamela Statham, Hermione St. John Smith, Judith Taylor, Ngaire Thompson, Jocelyn Timewell, Diana Weekes, Julia Wilkinson, Marian Wilcock, Gwynith Wilson, Judith Wilson, Carole Woods, Alison Wylie, Vivien Zoltak.

Secondary Studentships — Shirley Ashton, Wendy Beecham, Marylon Bodkin, Elida Brereton, Beverley Brown, Judith Cockrem, Dawn Coldrey, Elizabeth Gray, Glenys Haack, Elizabeth Hall, Claire Henderson, Winsome Hill, Sandra Hodgson, Meredith Hunkin, Janette Mace, Elaine McLeish, Elizabeth Murray-More, Denise Patterson, Lynette Peters, Barbara Pollard, Sandra Powell, Eda Puksmann, Sandra Ray, Joan Rodger, Jill Sanguinetti, Dawn Schultze, Josephine Selby, Hermione St. John Smith, Janet Smith, Pamela Statham, Judith Wilson.

English Literature — First Class: Kerin Gittus, Margaret Higginbottom, Meredith Hunkin, Susan Nevile, Gwynith Wilson, Carole Woods.

Second Class: Shirley Ashton, Patricia Ballantyne, Wendy Beecham, Susan Boardman, Helen Conochie, Anita Costello, Elizabeth Gray, Claire Henderson, Leonie Hodges, Judith F. MacDonald, Elizabeth Murray-More, Rosemary Randall, Jennifer Stevens, Vivien Zoltak.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN French — First Class: Meredith Hunkin.

Second Class: Judith Abbott, Helen Conochie, Barbara Duke, Margaret Morriss, Rosemary Randall, Joan Rodger, Diana Weekes.

German — First Class: Helen Conochie, Meredith Hunkin.

Second Class: Jennifer Bond, Susan Hopkins, Annette Meller, Jill Sanguinetti, Diana Weekes.

Pure Mathematics — First Class: Marylon Bodkin, Solway Love, Heather McLean, Joan Rodger.

Second Class: Beverley Garlick, Susan Jame, Sandra Ray, Merrill Smalley.

Calculus and Applied Mathematics — First Class: Marylon Bodkin, Solway Love.

Second Class: Beverley Garlick, Emily Hendel, Susan Jame, Heather McLean, Jennifer Mills, Sandra Ray, Joan Rodger.

General Mathematics — Second Class: Judith Abbott, Heather Cousland, Sandra Powell.

British History — First Class: Wendy Beecham, Janet Curtis.

Second Class: Terrie King, Denise Patterson, Jennifer Stevens, Jocelyn Timewell, Judith Wilson.

Modern History — First Class: Carole Woods.

Second Class: Shirley Ashton, Elida Brereton, Elaine McLeish, Rosemary Randall, Jill Sanguinetti, Josephine Selbv, Judith Taylor, Vivien Zoltak.

Greek and Roman History — First Class: Pamela Statham.

Second Class: Lynette Baker, Patricia Ballantyne, Judith Carter, Elizabeth Clarke, Wilma Dreverman, Elizabeth Murray-More, Kay Nairn, Susan Nevile.

Social Studies — First Class: Wendy Beecham, Valerie Champion, Janet Curtis, Leonie Hodges, Judith F. MacDonald, Jocelyn Timewell.

Second Class: Joan Bennett, Beverley Brown, Margaret Brown, Elizabeth Hall, Elaine Higgs, Winsome Hill, Sandra Hodgson, Dawn Jelbart, Terrie King, Judith Kitchen, Shirley Knight, Maree Ould, Sandra Powell, Rosemary Randall, Maija Rinks, Josephine Selby, Pamela Statham, Debby Sun, Marilyn Watson, Marian Wilcock, Carol Williams, Janice Williams, Judith Wilson, Alison Wylie.

Economics — First Class: Margaret Brown, Rosslyn Cock, Barbara Day, Barbara Duke, Elaine McLeish, Jocelyn Timewell, Carol Williams.

Second Class: Wendy Beecham, Vivienne Clarke, Robyn Freer, Elizabeth Hall, Winsome Hill, Dawn Jelbart, Lesley Mitchell, Elizabeth

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Pike, Janet Smith, Pamela Statham, Ngaire Thompson, Marian Wilcock.

Geography — First Class: Fay Atkinson, Judith F. MacDonald, Judith Taylor, Julia Wilkinson.

Second Class: Shirley Ashton, Joan Bennett, Beverley Brown, Vivienne Clarke, Rosslyn Cock, Helen Conochie, Winsome Hill, Sandra Hodgson, Gayel Larkins, Lorraine Mackay, Judith E. McDonald, Lesley Mitchell, Maree Ould, Barbara Pollard, Lorraine Sherlock, Lynette Storey, Judith Wilson, Carole Woods, Alison Wylie.

Biology — First Class: Margaret Brown, Rosslyn Cock.

Second Class: Judith Abbott, Marylon Bodkin, Valerie Champion, Vivienne Clarke, Dawn Coldrey, Heather Cousland, Sue Kennett, Gayel Larkins, Denise Patterson, Jill Sanguinetti, Merrill Smalley, Elaine Spry, Pamela Statham, Ngaire Thompson, Helen Edith Watters, Alison Wylie.

Physics — First Class: Marylon Bodkin, Solway Love, Heather McLean.

Second Class: Beverley Garlick, Susan Jame, Sue Kennett, Joan Rodger, Merrill Smalley.

Chemistry — First Class: Marylon Bodkin.

Second Class: Anne Gray, Emily Hendel, Solway Love, Heather McLean, Jennifer Mills.

Music Practical — First Class: Meredith Hunkin, Hermione St. John Smith, Diana Weekes.

Second Class: Patricia Ballantyne, Margaret Higginbottom, Solway Love, Marian Wilcock.

Music Theoretical — First Class: Diana Weekes.

Second Class: Meredith Hunkin, Lynette Peters, Hermione St. John Smith.

M A T R I C U L A T I O N R E S U L T S , 1961 Matriculation, six subjects passed — Meredith Hunkin, Susan Jame, Ngaire Thompson.

Matriculation, five subjects passed — Shirley Ashton, Fay Atkinson, Susan Baron, Wendy Beecham, Elida Brereton, Dawn Coldrey, Helen Conochie, Janet Curtis, Barbara Day, Wilma Dreverman, Robyn Freer, Beverley Garlick, Kerin Gittus, Anne Gray, Elizabeth Gray, Glenys Haack, Judith Kitchen, Gayel Larkins, Judith Lumley, Judith McDonald, Heather McLean, Arlie McQueen, Jennifer Mills, Janet Morgan, Donna Newton, Joan Maree Ould, Denise Patterson, Barbara Pollard, Elizabeth Sandra Powell, Rosemary Randall, Sandra Ray, Maija Rinks, Joan Rodger, Dawn Schultze, Lorraine Sherlock, Janet Smith, Pamela Statham, Debby Sun, Judith Taylor, Helen Elizabeth Watters, Marian Wilcock, Julia Wilkinson, Gwynith Wilson, Judith Wilson, Carole Woods, Vivien Zoltak.

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Matriculation, four subjects passed — Judith Abbott, Carolyn Baines, Glennis Barclay, Joan Bennett, Dorothy Berryman, Beverley Brown, Margaret Brown, Judith Carter, Elizabeth Clarke, Vivienne Clarke, Judith Cockrem, Heather Cousland, Kay Fisher, Emily Hendel, Claire Henderson, Winsome Hill, Sandra Hodgson, June Jelbart, Bronwyn Jones, Diana Kee, Deloraine Keegel, Janette Mace, Lorraine Mackay, Julia Marcroft, Carol May, Elaine McLeish, Annette Meller, Elizabeth Murray-More, Kay Nairn, Susan Nevile, Pamela Plummer, Jill Sanguinetti, Josephine Selby, Jennifer Stevens, Hermione St. John Smith, Jocelyn Timewell, Elizabeth Turner, Helen Edith Watters, Marian Worner, Alison Wylie.

Compensatory Matriculation, three subjects passed — Ellen Balaam, Elaine Beech, Susan Boardman, Elizabeth Brack, Valerie Champion, Anita Costello, Elizabeth Hall, Elaine Higgs, Lesley Howlett, Patricia Dawn Jelbart, Shirley Knight, Linda Matkovich, Helen McQueen, Norma Morris, Elizabeth Pike, Lynette Storey, Janice Williams.

ADDITIONAL SUBJECTS TO MATRICULATION, 1960 Five Subjects Passed: Marylon Bodkin (plus one subject in 1960), Solway Love (plus three subjects in 1960), Merrill Smalley (plus two subjects in 1960).

Four Subjects Passed: Patricia Ballantyne (plus two subjects passed in 1960), Barbara Duke (plus three subjects in 1960), Suzanne Kennett (plus three subjects in 1960), Judith MacDonald (plus three subjects in 1960).

Three Subjects Passed: Rosslyn Cock (plus two subjects in 1960), Margaret Higginbottom (plus three subjects in 1960), Shona Phillips (plus two subjects in 1960).

COMPLETED MATRICULATION Five Subjects Passed — Eda Puksmann.

Four Subjects Passed — Margaret Course, Terrie King, Lynette Peters.

Three Subjects Passed — Thalia Dickson, Margaret Harcourt.

LEAVING CERTIFICATE E X A M I N A T I O N , 1961 LEAVING

CERTIFICATES

Eight Subjects Passed — Fiona Fairweather.

Seven Subjects Passed — Helen Broadbent, Jenefer Davies, Virginia Kirton, Glenice McLeod, Judith Manley, Vera Pollard, Karin White.

Six Subjects Passed — Caroline Adams, Dawn Adamson, Margaret Almond, Margaret Ashton, Anne Atherton,

Elaine Atkins, Kenneil Barber, Prudence Barr, Jill Bartlett, Margaret Penelope Black, Susan Brunsdon, Norma Butler, Barbara Caffin, Laraine Carland, Collin Ching, Kamoya Clarke, Jennifer Coates, Laurel Coultas, Judith Anne Courtney, Margaret Cutcliffe, Joan Denman, Helene Dimmitt, Carole Dixon, Elfine Eichler, Margaret Laing Ferguson, Anne Fitzpatrick, Cecilia Focken, Alison Foulis, Helen Fry, June Fryer, Margaret Godson, Glenys Greenwood, Kaye Harris, Ann Harvie, Judith Head, Erin Heath, Gillian Hocking, Jan Hollis, Gweneth Gillian Holloway, Kathryn Humphrey, Rosemary Humphries, Helen Jones, Elwyn Keown, Jeanette Kneen, Jeanette Koblitz, Jeannette Lehmann, Heather-Anne Leigh, Jillian Lugton, Jennifer Mary McCord, Diana McLachlan, Margaret Mann, Lynette Marshall, Margaret Kay Mason, Susan Maxwell, Susan Mill, Jeanne Mok, Shirley Moon, Pamela Murdoch, Anna Murkies, Priscilla Napper, Amy Ong, Enid Ottrey, Virginia Paddle, Pamela Padgham, Druscilla Pearce, Elizabeth Pillar, Suzanne Robb, Margaret Rowe, Jennifer Schmidt, Elizabeth Sims, Janet Sloane, Carrol Smith, Diane Smith, Robyn Sparks, Margaret Sprott, Helen Stevenson, Lesley Story, Mary Ruth Taylor, Terrell Taylor, Laurice Thompson, Margaret Thompson, Sandra Thompson, Carolyn Townley, Rosemary Tredinnick, Vivienne Kay Triplett, Beris Turnley, Margaret Vear, Anne-Shirley Waite, Beverley Waite, Sandra Walters, Helen Watson, Valerie Westendorf, Bronwyn Williams, Lynn Wilson, Adrienne Wright.

Five Subjects Passed — Karin Barker, Margaret Chippindall, Marjorie Clarke, Janice Cockrem, Heather Coleman, Pauline Cooke, Julie Cooper, Kay Cooper, Beverley Cullen, Olwyn Diprose, Pamela Downes, Margaret Eastaugh, Janice Fagg, Glenys Fergie, Margaret St. Claire Ferguson, Cheryl Finkelstein, Andrea Foo, Helen Gardiner, Beverley Gloster, Pamela Gloster, Corinne Greenwood, Mary Grills, Susan Hannemann, Suaad Hassan, Keren Heard, Sue Heseltine, Margaret Isom, Heather Jackson, Gretel Keegel, Emily Ko, Lulita Lamble, Christine Laurence, June Lim, Denise Littlefield, Claire McAfee, Helen Oakes, Diane Peacock, Fiona Rist, Christine Rule, Pamela Rushen, Eleanor Smith, Cheryl Staggard, Judith Stephens, Lorraine Stephens, Anne Sterling, Julie Synnot, Margaret Tait, Tan Fu Kean, Tay Sok Chin, Heather Thomas, Susan Thomas, Diana Thompson, Barbara Thornton, Lyndall Thorpe, Pat Trayler, Leahn Turvey, Dianne Walker, Hilda Dianne Wells, Helen White, Elspeth Wylie, Jennifer Yandell, Coral Young, Christine Zakas.

Four Subjects Passed — Mary Beddoe, Diana Bell, Helen Brain, Glennys Bremner, Gail Craig, Christine Edmunds, Cecilia Fiddian, Christine Fyfe, Barbara George, Sandra Hoadley, Elizabeth Howell, Vivienne Kay, Rosalyn Lovell, Diana Martin, Lorna Morton, Nerolie Munt, Jennifer Noble, Kay Serpell, Julie Suares, Glenda Toose, Fairlie Winston.

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1960

Three Subjects Passed — Gillian Skewes.

Two Subjects Passed — Yam Yew Yong.

One Subject Passed — Robina Acheson, Ang Peck Shan, Joan Bennett, Cynthia Cook, Thalia Dickson, Judith Ewert, Elizabeth Goulding, Pamela Horrocks, Lee Chok Yen, Vivienne Ruffels, Elaine Spry, Betty Sun. COMPLETED

LEAVING CERTIFICATE F R O M 1960 Carolyn Bond, Patricia Coldwell, Jennifer Connor, Anita Costello, Louise Hammon, W e n d y Huang, Diana Kee, Alison McAllister, Jeanette Mackenzie, Diane Pascoe, Roslyn Perry, Carole Shinwell, June Twiss.

PARTIAL L E A V I N G C E R T I F I C A T E Five Subjects Passed — Jennifer Smith.

Four Subjects Passed — Ina Best, Barbara Bourchier, Lynette Craig, Enid Elayne Fisher, Joy Fryer, Gan Matilda Gook Chin, Sandra Goldstein, Lorna Hamer, Alison Gabrielle Hill, Andrea Jones, Ailsa MoDiarmid, Julie Sanguinetti, Claire Vardon, Margaret Wall.

Three Subjects Passed — Margaret Dianne Barrett, Janice Boyle, Janice Burns, June Catterall, Elizabeth Chesterfield, Helen Clark, Lena Cooper, Elizabeth Driver, Jean Elder, Janet Elliott, Suzanne Furneaux, Diane Gairns, Maralyn Jackel, Janis Jellis, Elizabeth Kerville, Nancy Lawrence, Lorraine May, Helen Murray, Una Parsons, Joan Read, Janice Renowden, Rosslyn Sheather, Rowena Meredith Siggins, Barbara Sterck, Arna Van Santen, Sue Webber, Beverley Wilkinson.

Two Subjects Passed — Roslyn Agnew, Roslyn Bell, Helen Bunting, Alison Burnell, Glenys Collins, Rosemary, Corlass, E E Geok Yen, Susan Greene, Susan Jones, Carol Leyshon, Diana Redman, Elizabeth Seymour, June Staunton, Heather Stewart, Alwyne Taylor, Margaret Lynette Turner, Mary Walduck, Chulee Watanangura, Susan Winter.

INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE E X A M I N A T I O N , 1961 Nine Subjects Passed — Meredyth Ackland, Ellwyn Balmer, Roslyn Brereton, Margaret Cameron, Laurette Chapman, Margaret Jill Coulson, Pamela Davies, W e n d y Dixon, Barbara Fisher, Susan Fisher, Margaret Froomes, Robyn Langford, Diane O'Neil, Robyn Taylor, Clare Thompson, Marilyn Veitch, Helen Vorrath, Evelyn Dianne Wishart.

Eight Subjects Passed — Mary Alexander, Janette Anderson, Merran Anderson, Janet Arnold, Diane Austin, Joanne

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Barber, Dianne Barnett, Margaret Bell, Susan Betheras, Marie Boag, Elizabeth Bradbury, Margot Brenton, Neridah Brinkley, Helen Buchanan, Lyndal Buckham, Brenda Burn, Jillian Burns, Suzanne Chenoweth, Felicity Chenu, Beryl Denise Chippertfield, Janine Collins, Robin Conochie, Carol Cox, Nola Cox, Glenice Daniels, Dianne Davis, Denise Deerson, Margaret Dempster, Pamela Dowdall, Carolyn Dunn, Robyn Dyer, Jillian Elliott, Janet Eltringham, Helen Fairlie, Shirley Farmer, Helen Fiddy, Patricia Jill Franet, Susan Funston, Judith Gardiner, Janet Garton, Lynda Jane Godbehear, Margaret Goldberg, Gail Gordon, Jillian Gordon, Elizabeth Grant, Denise Grocke, Tania Gudinski, Mimi Lynette Gunn, Lynette Hack, Sandra Hacker, Margaret Hamilton, Patricia Hayes, Lynette Heape, Elizabeth Hepburn, Ann Hewitt, Robyn Hicks, Sandra Hocking, Bronwyn Holmes, Vicky Hope, Philippa Howells, Barbara Hulme, Jill Hutchings, Wilma Huygens, Beverley Jackson, JulieAnn Jame, Elizabeth James, Helen Jemison, Heather Jenkin, Elaine Johnston, Kay Johnston, W e n d y Kershaw, Jennifer Kirkham, Rosetta Kozminsky, Nola Laughton, Margaret Lavender, Helen Lechte, Susan Leffler, Judith Litde, Lindy-Ann Little, Glenda Littlefield, Irene Lubawski, Margaret McCarthy, Elizabeth M c Donald, Georgene Mcllroy, Ailsa McLaren, Patricia Major, Valerie Malseed, Hilary Mansfield, Cheryl Martin, Fiona Milne, Heather Milne, Susan Minter, Anne Mitchell, Jennifer Moore, Jill Moorfield, Sandra Morgan, Meredith Morris, Rosslyn Morrison, Diana Nash, Jennifer Nash, Helen Nicholls, Diana O'Meara, Barbara Osborne, Margaret Oset, Frances Owen, Elizabeth Palmer, Elizabeth Parsons, Margaret Pascoe, Carolyn Piccoli, Dorothy Pollard, Pamela Procter, Laurel Roberts, Hilary Sage, Pamela Jane Salthouse, Beverley Sandham, Jennifer Sandford, Margot Sanguinetti, Rosemary Seamer, Judith Shardey, Elwyn Margaret Shillito, Margot Smail, Andrea Smith, Barbara J. Smith, Kaye Smith, Meryl Steel, Valerie Steel, Pamela Stephenson, Kerry Sterling, Anne Stillwell, Susan Stuart, Corale Lynn Suter, Emoke Szendei, Cheryl Taylor, Sheila Thomas, Jill Thomson, Suzanne Trott, Kaye Tully, Kathryn Celia Twiddle, Janice Unmack, Jennifer Wadsley, Kerin Waller, Pamela Walsh, Pauline Watson, Merilyn Whimpey, Joan White, Beverley Whitehead, Michelle Winthrope, Charlotte Helena Woller, Neva W u .

Seven Subjects Passed — Sheila Christine Adams, Decima Allinson, Janet Archer, Suzanne Aujard, Judith Bertram, Lorraine Bickford, Susan-Jane Biles, Hilda Brisson, Elizabeth Clemence, Joan Cockroft, Margaret Costello, Lillian Joy Dalley, Judith Davies, Ruth Dikstein, Barbara Dixon, Kathleen Eastaugh, Claire Farmer, Cynthia Fowler, Susan Fowler, Julie Garson, Sally-Ann Gillman, Marsha Glasser, Susan Griffiths, Alison Hall, Prudence Hickingbotham, Jillian Hill, Jeanette Hodge, Christine Indian, Jillian Kay, Susan Kayser, Elizabeth Leggo, Kay McCarroll, Nina Jane MacCarthy-Clerke, Janette McGregor, Margaret McLaren, Frances Major, Jennie Mai-

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seed, Merrilie Matenson, Patricia Mitchell, Jennifer Norton, Elizabeth Kaye Oldmeadow, Patricia Ramsay, Tuna Randmae, Dianne Reid, Wendy Robertson, Pamela Ruffley, Margaret Sharp, Laurel Sheffield, Judith Shillito, Jillian Smalley, Barbara Cynthia Smith, Beverley Smith, Felicity Snell, Tessa Stanley, Barbara Thompson, Suzanne Thomson, Anne Turner, Judith Tyquin, Merilyn Vernon, Jennifer Wadge, Ronda Wilkins, Jill Williams, Janis Wood, Jennifer Wyles, Margot Yelland.

Six Subjects Passed — Susanne Adams, Carolyn Diane Ashman, Margot Barr, Barbara Beaumont, Margaret Brittingham, Liane Brunsdon, Anne Conde, Julie Dcdman, Janet Dick, Suzanne Egan, Nola Fullarton, Elizabeth Hattersley, Glenys Hawkins, Kaye Henderson, Gwenyth Jenkin, Petal Keegel. Rosemary Kelt, Elizabeth King, Jean Marie Lord, Kaye McFerran, Andrea McLean, Hilma McQueen, Karen Maunder, Glenda Nicholson, Janice Page, Helen Parker, Cheryl Payne, Christine Richards, Jill Richards, Jennifer Saker, Dianne Sloan, Wendy Stevens, Rosemary Tyers, Amelia Weinfeld, Pamela Winston, Carol Woolrich, Janet Wright, Jacqueline Zmood.

COMPLETED INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE Roslyn Agnew, Betty Rosalie Amos, Diana Bell, Helen Dean, Valerie Gess, Gaynor Harding, Elizabeth James, Nancy Lawrence, Marilyn Sue McCann, Jennifer Nicholson, Wendy Sawyer, Jennifer Steane, Terrell Taylor.

Additional Subject to Intermediate Certificate — Jennifer Smith.

Additional Subject to Previous Partial Intermediate Certificate — Carol Leyshon, Barbara Thornton.

PARTIAL INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE Six Subjects Passed — Jillian Boughton, Irene Lee Gangell, Sandra Luke, Enid Robinson, Vivien Rosen, Carole Stokes.

Five Subjects Passed — Janice Bentley, Margot Campbell, Anne Rosemary Cutts, Mary Judith Cutts, Claire Esler, Erica Green, Carolyn Guile, Judith Margaret Harry, Merilyn Hutchins, Karin Jonker, Janet McCann, Carolyn McKillop, Suzanne Mogg, Barbara Moore, Patricia Nation, Robyn Oliver, Judith Peace, Helen Peake, Susan Peter, Susan Pollock, Judith Rudd, Judith Sharpe, Jennifer Trewhella, Laurel Tully, Jennifer White.

Four Subjects Passed — Judith Chambers, Pamela Hawksby, Snellen Kellett, Lynette Kirwin, Loll Phail Lin Lina, Jennifer Mitchell, Janet Nicholls, Yvonne Skewes, Carole Wilson, Noelle Wishart.

JUNIOR G O V E R N M E N T SCHOLARSHIPS The following eighteen girls were awarded Junior Government Scholarshipe in the examinations held in December, 1961 —

Margaret Kaye Borgeest, Elizabeth Clucas, Jill Coats, Jennifer Davidson, Mary Prudence Duncan, Margery Foster, Susan Gordon, Roslyn Hall, Carolyn Hopping, Jennifer Howell, Trudi Kenealy, Heather Lang, Judith Lillywhite, Julie Raisbeck, Esther Susan Selwyn, Eril Sinclair, Glenis Smalley, Emoke Szendei.

BURSARIES ( E D U C A T I O N DEPARTMENT) Matriculation Bursaries were awarded to — Margaret Almond, Jill Bartlett, Helen Broadbent, Kamoya Clarke, Jenefer Davies, Helene Dimmitt, Margaret Ferguson, Gillian Hocking, Heather Jackson, Jeanette Koblitz, Jeannette Lehmann, Heather-Anne Leigh, Jillian Lugton, Jennifer Mary McCord, Pamela Padgham, Elizabeth Pillar, Elizabeth Sims, Diane Smith, Helen Stevenson, Lesley Story, Mary Ruth Taylor, Anne-Shirley Waite, Bronwyn Williams.

Leaving Bursaries were awarded to — Janet Arnold, Roslyn Brereton, Janine Collins, Lynette Heape, Barbara Hulme, Jillian Hutchings, Helen Jemison, Elaine Johnston, Margaret Lavender, Sandra Morgan, Elizabeth Palmer, Valerie Steel, Claire Thompson, Janice Unmack.

Girls at University or Teaching The following girls have now begun courses at the Melbourne University — Shirley Ashton (Arts), Fay Atkinson (Arts), Wendy Beecham (Commerce), Marylon Bodkin (Science), Elida Brereton (Arts), Roslyn Cock (Social Studies), Judith Cockrem (Commerce), Dawn Coldrey (Science), Helen Conochie (Arts), Heather Cousland (Phys.Ed), Thalia Dickson (Phys.Ed.), Barbara Duke (Law), Robyn Freer (Soc.St./Commerce), Kerin Gittus (Medicine), Margaret Higginbottom (Music), Winsome Hill (Commerce), Leonie Hodges (Law), Sandra Hodgson (Commerce), Meredith Hunkin (Music), Susan Jame (Medicine), Solway Love (Science), Elaine McLeish (Commerce), Janette Mace (Music), Julia Marcroft (Music), Carol May (Agriculture), Jennifer Mills (Medicine), Susan Nevile (Arts), Donna Newton (Applied Science), Denise Patterson (Commerce), Barbara Pollard (Arts), Sandra Ray (Medicine), Maija Rinks (Medicine), Joan Rodger (Arts), Hermione St. John Smith (Arts/Law), Josephine Selby (Law), Judith Taylor (Arts), Ngaire Thompson (Arts), Marian Wilcock (Soc.St.), Julia Wilkinson (Science), Judith Wilson (Arts), Vivien Zoltak (Arts).

The following girls have now begun Courses at the Monash University — Judith Carter (Arts), Elizabeth Clarke (Arts), Barbara Day (Arts), Glenys Haack (Arts), Claire Henderson (Arts), Elizabeth Murray - More (Arts), Pamela Statham (Economic Statistics), Carole Woods (Arts).

The following girl has now begun a Course at the National University, Canberra — June Jelbart (Arts).

36 SILVER A! D GREEN The following girls have begun training for teaching — Primary: Robina Acheson, Janene Brendel, Laraine Carland, Vivienne Clarke, Janet Curtis, Helen Ditterich, Shirley Knight, Gayel Larkins, Judith McDonald, Norma Morris, Pamela Plummer, Lorraine Sherlock, Margaret Webster,

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Gwynith Wilson, and Judith Murray (Old Collegian).

Infant: Susan Boardman, Carolyn Bond, Elizabeth Brack, Anita Costello, Cecilia Fiddian, Kay Fisher, Judith Kitchen, Linda Matkovich, Pamela McCasker, Lesley Mitchell, Kay Nairn, Jennifer Stevens, Marilyn Watson.

Old Collegfans'Examfnation Resu)ts,1961 UNIVERSITY

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MELBOURNE

Helen Antcliff (Commerce): Honours Econ. B, Statistical Method. Passed Accountancy, Econ.

Hist. I. Lynette Atkinson (Phys.Ed.): Passed Anat. and Phys. Basis of Phys. Ed. 1.; Body Mechanics; Hygiene, Diet, First Aid; Hist. Princ. and Method of Phys.Ed.; Gen. and Spec. Method of Teaching; Prac. Exercises I.; Teaching Prac. and Observation I. Frances Baitz (Arts): Honours Psychology I. Passed French IA; Philosophy I. Anne Ballantyne (Arts): Honours Far Eastern Hist.; Philosophy I.; Passed English III. Lorraine Barski (Arts): Passed American Hist.; Psychology II.A. Diane Beattie (Law): Passed Jurisprudence, Constitutional Law, Private Inter. Law; Law Relating to Exec. & Trust, Company Law; Taxation.

Graduated LL.B. Mary Bickart (Music): Honours Prac. Teaching.

Passed Hist, and Princ. of Ed.; Comparative Ed.; Ed. Psychology; Methods of Teaching.

Graduated Mus.Bach.

Marian Birch (Arts): Passed Modern Gov. I. Ann Blumrich (Law): Honours Tort.; Princ. of Contract: Passed Crim. Law and Proc.; Princ. of Prop, in Land; Mod. Gov. I. Elizabeth Boardman (Science): Passed Applied Math's I.; Princ. of Stats:; Pure Maths. III.B. Mary Brevitt, B.A. (B. of Ed.): Honours Hist, and Princ. of Ed.; Prac. Teaching; Passed Comparative Ed.; Educational Psychology.

Jennifer Broadbent (Phys. Ed): Passed Anat. and Phys. Basis of Phys. Ed. II.; Preventive Work; Organ, and Admin, of Phys. Ed.; Play and Recreation; Modern Problems in Ed.; Prac. Exercises II.; Teaching Prac. and Observation II. Lois Brown (Science): Honours Applied Maths.

I.; Pure Maths. I.; Passed Physics I. W e n d y Buchanan (Architecture): Passed Design I.; Trades Inst. I.; Theory of Arch. I.; Hist, and Philosophy of Sc.; Building Construction I. Carol Burford (Medicine): Honours Psychology and Biochemistry. Passed Anatomy.

Alison Cameron (Arts): Passed French I.A.; English I.; British History (Arts); Psychology.

Ann Carlson (Commerce): Honours Econ. Hist.

II.A.; Econ. Theory. Passed Commercial Law; Trade and Development.

Joy Carter (Music): Honours Music B.; Orchestration I.; Passed Ear Training II.; Harmony and C'Point III.; Sight Reading II.; Instr. CI. (strings); Instr. CI. (w'wind); English Dictation.

Susan Carter (Arts): Passed German I.; English I.; Rritish History (Arts).

Patricia Clarke (Arts): Honours General Hist.

IV. (British); English Drama; English Lit. to 1800 1st Paper; English Lit. to 1800 2nd Paper.

Amelda Craigie (Law): Passed Constitutional Law; Mercantile Law; Conveyancing.

Wendy Davenport (Arts and Soc. St.): Honours Psychology; Social Biol. Passed French I.A.; Philosophy.

Gillian Davies (Arts): Passed French II.; English II.; Modern History B. Suzanne Davies (Arts): Honours Psychology I. Passed French I.A.; English I.; Philosophy I. Margaret Dunkin (Science): Honours Geog.

II. Passed Geology II. Mary Ellemor (Arts): Passed Far-Eastern Hist.; Pure Maths. II. Pamela Falder (Science): Applied Maths. I.; Physics II.B.; Pure Maths. II. Passed.

Lynette Fisher (Commerce): Honours Econ.

Geog. Passed Accountancy I.; Commercial Law I.; Economics A. Janice Ford (Arts): Passed English III.; American History — Honours.

Cathryn Fox (Arts): Passed French II.; German II. Pamela Gale (Music): Honours Music C.; Repertory I.; Pianoforte III.; Choral Class. Passed English Diction; Accompanying; Teaching Repertory I.; Music Movement.

Judith Gild (Architecture): Honours Professional Prac. B. Passed Design IV.; Trades Instr.

III.; Adv. Theory and Hist, of Arch.; Building Construction IV.; Town Planning; Interior Arch.

Pamela Giltinan (Science): Honours Chemistry II.B.; Physiology and Biochemistry I.; General Bacteriology.

Dalys Grant (Arts):

Passed Philosophy I.

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Jillian Greenwood (Phys.Ed): Passed Anat. and Phys. Basis of Ed.; Body Mechanics; Hygiene, Diet and First Aid; Hist., Princ. and Method of Phys. Ed.; Gen. and Spec. Method of Teaching; Prac. Exercises I.; Teaching Prac. and Observation I. Ann Grey (Arts): Honours Far Eastern History.

Passed French III.; Philosophy I. Graduated B.A. Margaret Hagger (Social Studies): Honours Psycholpathology. Passed Social Work III. Jennifer Harris (Law): Passed Legal History.

Rhonda Harris (Music): Honours Singing III. Passed Repertory I. Katherine Harvey (Arts): Passed Australian History; Geography II. Margaret Heard (Arts): Honours Philosophy.

Passed French III.; English III. Graduated B.A. Barbara Henderson (Law): Passed Introduction to Legal Method; Legal History.

Valerie Hewitt (Medicine): Passed Biology.

Noela Hogg (Music): Honours Music C.: Pianoforte III.; Choral Class. Passed Singing II.; English Diction; Harmony and C'Point III.; Accompanying; Repertory I.; Teaching and Repertory I. Margaret Hoggart (Arts): Honours English Lit. to 1800 (2 Papers); Australian Lit. Jillian Holm (Medicine): Passed Anat. Incl.

Histology; Physiology; Biochemistry.

Rosalie Holt (Commerce): Honours Accountancy II.B.; Commercial Law II. Passed Economics C; Accountancy II.A. Graduated B.Com. Airdrie Hutton (Science): Passed Biology; Physics I.; Pure Maths. I. Lynne Jackson (Arts): Honours Psychology I. Passed French I.; English I.; British History (Arts).

Rosemary Jame (Science): Passed Physiol, and Biochem. I.; Zoology II.; Elem. Cytol. and Genetics.

Fay Jobbling (Arts): Passed French II.; Modern History B. Patricia Johnson (Arts): Passed French II.; Modern History; Philosophy II. Mary Johnston (Arts and Soc. St.): Honours Social Organ. B. Passed Inter. Relations.

Denise Jones (Arts): Passed Geog. II.; English II. Carol Kent (Commerce): Honours Economics A. Passed Accountancy I.; Commercial Law; Econ. Geog. I. Rita Gordon (nee Kornan) (Arts and S.St): Passed Australian History; Polit. Philosophy.

Wilma Lade (Arts): Honours Australian Hist.; Psychology. Passed English III. Alison Laird (Law): Honours Domestic Relations. Passed Jurisprudence; Constit. Law II.; Private Inter. Law; Law Relating to Exec, and Trust; Taxation.

Margaret Lancaster (Arts): Passed French III.; Philosophy I. Pauline Learner (Soc. St.): Passed Social Work III.; Polit. Philosophy.

Anne Lee (Arts): Passed French II.; Geog. II. Gillian Lennox (Soc.St.): Honours Social Work II.; Social Hist.; Psychology III.A. Equal First Place in Social Work II. Graduated Dip. Social Studies.

Elizabeth Ley (Medicine): Passed Chemistry; Physics; Biology.

Eden Liddelow (Arts): Honours English Language and Lit. I. Passed French I.; Psychology I. Lim Meng Fong (Architecture): Passed Design III.; Hist, of Arch. III.; Building Construction III.; Theory of Arch. III.; Trades Instr. III.; Science of Materials B.; Fine Arts A.; Professional Prac. A. Amy Ling, B.A. (B.Education): Passed Hist, and Princ. of Ed.; Comparative Ed.; Educational Psychology; Methods of Teaching; Prac. Teaching.

Loh Phaik Thau (Dentistry): Passed Chem.

(Dental); Biology (Dental); H. and C. Dental Anatomy.

Gwenneth Long (Science): First Place in Biochemistry; Exhibition in Microbiology. Graduated B.Sc. Low Choon Fah (Commerce): Passed Accountancy I.; Commercial Law I.; Econ. Geog. I.; Economics A. Elaine McConkey (Arts): Honours Latin II.; French II.; French Language and Lit. First Place in French II. Joy McGeehan (Commerce): Honours Accountancy I.; Econ. Geog. I.; Economics A. Passed Commercial Law I. Janet Mclvor (Arts): Honours Part I Final Examination — School of History.

Susan McKaige (Arts): Passed Australian History.

Janice Martin (Arts): Honours Music B. Ruth Millikan (Music): Honours Music C.; Repertory I.; Pianoforte III.; Choral Class; Music and Movement. Passed Singing II.; English Diction; Harmony and C'point; Accompanying; Repertory I. Margaret Mott (Arts): Passed Philosophy I. Evelyn Muirden, B.A. (nee Snow) (Arts and Soc.St.): Passed Social Work III.; Soc. Organ.

B.; Modern Philosophy. Graduated Dip. Soc. St. Patricia Muirden (Music): Passed Chamber Music; Repertory II.; Special Study; Teaching Repertory II.; Acoustics.

Joy Muller, B.A. (B.Ed.): Passed Hist, and Princ. of Education; Comparative Education; Educational Psychology; Method of Teaching; Prac.

Teaching.

Jennifer Murphy (Arts): Honours English Drama; Middle English.

Florence Newbound (Arts): Passed English III.; Ethics. Graduated B.A. Helen Palfreyman (Arts): Honours Theory of Stats. I. Passed French II.; Pure Maths. II. Joan Pilkington (Medicine): Honours Physiology. Passed Anatomy Incl. Histology; Biochemistry.

Marion Pinkerton (Music): Honours Music C.; Accompanying; Repertory I.; Pianoforte III.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN Passed Singing II.; English Diction; Harmony and C'point IV.; Teaching Repertory I.; Choral Class; Music and Movement.

Gweneth Quirk (Music); Honours Ch. Prac.

Stud. II. Passed Sec. Prac. Stud. II.; Ear Training I.; Harmony and C'point II.; Music A.; Sight Reading I. Margaret Ralton (Soc. St.): Honours Social History. Passed Social Work II.; Psychology II.A. Lynette Quinton (Arts): Passed French I.A.; Economics A.; Mod. Gov. I.; Philosophy I. Marilyn Reardon (Phys.Ed.): Passed Anat. and Phys. Basis of Phys. Ed. I.; Body Mechanics; Hygiene, Diet, First Aid; Hist. Princ. and Method of Phys. Ed.; Prac. Exercises I.; Teaching Prac. and Observation I. Jennifer Roberts (Science): Passed Physics II.B.; Pure Maths. II. Margaret Roberts, B.A. (B.Ed.): Honours History and Princ. Ed. Passed Comparative Ed.; Educational Psychology; Methods of Teaching; Prac. Teaching.

Carolyn Rodger (Science): Passed Chemistry I.; Pure Maths. I. Margot Rosenbaum (Law): Honours Princ. of Prop, in Land. Passed Tort; Crim. Law and Proc.; Princ. of Contract; Inter. Relations.

Julie Ross (Commerce): Honours Mod. Gov. II. Passed Trade and Development; Accountancy II.A.; Public Admin.

Ann Russell (Arts): Passed English I.; Philosophy I. Alison Sambell (Commerce): Honours Economics B.; Statistical Method; Econ. Geog. II. Passed Economic History.

Sally Segal (nee Barr) (Arts and Soc.St.): Passed English II. Joan Slade (Science): Honours Applied Maths.

I.; Chemistry I.; Physics I.; Pure Maths. I. Enid Summerfeld (Arts): Passed German I.; Italian I.A.; Modern History A.; Biology.

Kathleen Stephenson (Commerce): Honours Economic Geography 1.; Econ. A.; Passed Accountancy I; Psychology I. Tai Lung Eng (Architecture): Passed Design II.; Trades Instr. II.; Hist, of Arch. II.; Surveying (Architecture Course); Measured Drawing; Building Construction II.

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Tan Koai Lian (Commerce): Passed Commercial Law I.; Econ. Geog. I.; Econ. A. Stephanie Tasker (Medicine): Passed Histology Anat. Inc.; Physiology; Biochem.

Pamela Ternouth (Arts): Honours Latin III.; Spec. Subs.; Middle English; Elementary Old Norse.

Rosalind Terry (Science): Honours Microbiology; Virology.

Shirley Ting (Commerce): Passed Accountancy I.; Commercial Law I.; Econ. Geog. I.; Econ. A. Ann Tomlinson (Medicine): Honours Physiology; Biochem. Passed Anat. Incl. Histology.

Noelle Tredinnick (Medicine): Honours Microbiology. Passed Biochemistry. Graduated B.Sc. Eugenie Tuck (Medicine): Shared W. H. Swanton Exhibition in Biol, and Chem. Honours Physics and Biol.

Anne Turnbull (Science): Passed Applied Science; Physics; Psychology.

Lois Waite (Arts): Passed English I.; Modern History A.; Psychology I. Pamela Walker (Dentistry): Passed Chemistry, Physics, Biology (Dental); H. and C. Dental Anat.

Elaine Walsh (Commerce): Passed Trade and Development. Graduated Bac. Commerce.

Helen Williams (Medicine): Passed Forensic Medicine.

Rae Wilson (Arts): Honours Russian I.; Passed Modern History A. Rosslyn Wortley (Music): Honours Ch. Prac.

Stud. II.; Ear Training I.; Harmony and C'point; Music A. Passed Sec. Prac. Stud. II.; Sight Reading I. Yeo Quee Teen (Commerce): Passed Econ.

Geog. I.; Economics A. O L D COLLEGIANS AT MONASH UNIVERSITY Suzanne Carmichael (Arts): Passed English I.; History I.; German I.A. Adrienne Holzer (Arts): Passed English I.; History I.; Politics I.; German I.A. Eril Siggins (Arts): Passed English I.; German I.A. Credit — History I.; Philosophy I. Wendy Johnstone (Science): Passed Chemistry I. Distinction — Physics I.B.; Biology I.

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The Passion Plai| of 1960 The lovely village of Oberammergau set in the lush countryside among the Bavarian Alps, opened its doors again in 1960 to the pilgrims from all parts of the world, and of those pilgrims I was blessed to be one; a blessing that will stay with me all my life. It is not possible to think of the Passion Play apart from the village and its people, for in a very special sense they and it are one.

My memories are of the winding streets, the gabled houses, many of them with frescoes, some of sacred subjects and some of fairy tales; of the great mountains that enfold the peaceful community; of the sweet scents of the meadows, and of the hay piled high on the carts; of the cows in stalls below the houses, protected against the chill of autumn nights, and the cow bells that waked me each morning as the herd was driven down the village street, past the little house where we lodged with a kindly village family, whose two young daughters and son were in the cast.

In this, so like most families there, they shared in what is to them the purpose of their being.

Only from the depths of the country, only from a secluded community whose people have a chance to live simply and put in practice their great traditional faith, I feel, could the Passion Play have been born and lived from generation to generation, deeply rooted, for Christ was himself a country man and must have known many of the activities that these people know, including the handling of wood, though not, as in the case of so many of these, as a wood-carver.

things and people and by his patience welds together the crowds, the secluded scenes, the tableaux and the choir and orchestra. W e can guess at the devoted preparation that goes on by practically the whole village for months before the cast is chosen and blessed. The spiritual preparation is something that only they can know, but in more ordinary ways they prepare, too; young people put off their weddings in the hope of being chosen, as all the women in the cast are unmarried. Girls and men alike, grow their hair and men grow beards. I felt it odd to see a bearded, long-haired man riding towards us on a bicycle as we entered the village.

Through these months of preparation they come to the wonder of the Play itself, performed in such gloriously coloured robes, enhanced by such lovely music, acted with such dignity and power.

The great auditorium is filled and three or four times a week, from May to September, for seven hours, an audience lives in the part of history that has changed the world. The stage itself is of utmost importance; it is open to the sky and beyond the erections that are its background and provide the curtained inner stage, and the alleyways, and courts of Annas and Caiaphas, Pilate and Herod, one sees the mountains. At certain times of the year, thunder-clouds darken the scene at the time of the Crucifixion, and often the actors carry through in rain. My memory of the early morning there is of softly shifting sunlight and shadows and of wheeling birds.

How far back the acting of a play on the Passion of Christ, in Oberammergau, and in other parts of Europe, goes would be hard to say, but it was in 1634, as the result of a vow, that the Passion Play which has moulded a people's life and spread its influence throughout the world began its history. A plague swept Europe and devastated even the little villages, among them Oberammergau; the forebears of the people who now present the play, vowed that they and those who came after them would present the passion and death of Christ, in succeeding ages, if God would spare them. So it began in their faith and suffering and has been blessed by God.

The chorus and the Prologue play their part so that there are no breaks. At certain stages the curtain at the back is drawn aside to show wonderful tableaux from the Old Testament, which fit in symbolically with the parts to be shown from the New Testament: the Archangel turning Adam and Eve out of Paradise, Cain in desperation beside the dead body of Abel, which precedes the scene when Judas hanged himself, Isaac bearing the wood for the sacrifice before the scene of Christ bearing the Cross to Golgotha, the Serpent entwined which Moses lifted up: "I, if I be lifted up, shall draw all men unto me".

These, and many others from the continuity of the past and ever-living present.

The parish registers of those days record the death from plague of many of the ancestors of the present people, for the links from generation to generation are families. The family of Franz Swink, who took the part of the Prologue, goes back to the fifteenth century; and Anneliesse Mayr and Hans Mayr, Mary Magdalene and Peter respectively, belong to the same family. Irmi Dengg who played the part of the Mother of Christ, comes of a family who settled in the village in the late seventeenth century. Most of these families are wood-carvers and altar-makers, whose loving artistry gives life to the wood they touch.

And the divine presentation of the passion and death of Christ? We move from the entry into Jerusalem and the turning of the traders out of the temple, the traders who in their indignation sought the only-too-ready court of Caiaphas, to the farewell at Bethany, the breaking of the precious box of ointment by Mary of Magdala, Christ's parting there with his mother, to the intimately lovely scene of the last supper and then to the agony in Gethsemane. W e see Peter and John searching for their Master in the troubled streets of the city, not knowing he had been arrested, and Judas in a frenzy of remorse trying to cast back the thirty pieces of silver, with outcries at the sentence of death that he had not understood. To see it all, to realise something of the unbelievable strain of the courts — that of

One such wood-carver has shaped the form of the Play for forty years; Georg Johann Lang, one of the many Langs of the village, loves to shape

36 SILVER A! D GREEN Annas, of Caiaphas, of Pilate, of Herod and back to Pilate; to hear the fierce hatred of the mob that shouted for Christ's death; these are unforgettable. The sacrifice of the Saviour of Mankind, bearing his Cross to Golgotha, falling beneath its weight, crucified upon it for our sakes, strikes deeply home, and if across the ages we feel the sacrifice and the suffering, and the suffering of those who loved him, it is a redeeming sorrow we should be willing to feel.

As the Play draws near its end, there is a lovely Resurrection scene where Mary Magdalene comes to the tomb and is greeted by her Lord, and in the final tableau Christ is lifted up in the Ascension, before a white-robed throng.

Some special memories of the actors one cherishes: the dignity and restraint of Anton Preisinger, the village inn-keeper, as Christ. Do we think these people are merely acting without feeling the depth of what they do? The Cross that Preisinger carried was almost beyond lifting.

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Someone said to him, "It is only a property. Why have it so heavy?" He answered, "If I cannot bear the weight of the Cross, I have no right to take the part". Mary, Christ's Mother, was especially lovely. Hans Schwaighofer as Judas left an indelible impression of a weak man overtaken by sin, not believing the harm he was doing, almost courting madness to prevent himself from feeling his guilt, tormented with the passion of grief in which he took his own life. Hans Mayr, as Peter, was a kindly faced, elderly man, tanned by the weather as a fisherman would be.

Since the Passion Play of 1960 die village has passed through the time of winter snows that shut it away from the world, to Spring. Maybe that is symbolic of a time of waiting to bring to birtli another blessed gift — blessed, for none who see it can fail to hear, "I, if I be lifted up, shall draw all men unto me".

— Miss A. M. Betts

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Original Contributions SENIOR SECTION Chatter of leaves breaking the silence, The cold stone dropping, The ripples spreading To touch the mud Of the bank's cold fingers, Stretching, grasping, noisily sucking, Stifling the pulse of the crystalline throbbing.

Life flickers With frog's eyes gleaming — A world of pain in a bird's seeking His mate, and warmth of love In a petal's leaning.

The nascent springing Of Life's green beauty, The birth of hope In downy winging, And love transcends with a joyful singing.

Yet silence awaits its fulfilment.

— Laurel Coultas, H.VI.b, Cato.

The open plain lies Lone and bare before me.

I touch the fringe And feel the urgent pulsation of the wide expanse.

The narrow pillars, Straight and white, Are cracked, And my soul lies, black and ugly In its nakedness.

Leave seclusion Where all is quiet and safe?

The warmth of sun which lights, with joy The flowers — red and white.

For what?

— Yet even in the black of night The sun within Shines.

I feel its smile, It lights my soul, And darkness disappears.

— Margaret Almond, H.VI.a, Fitchett.

Sea Moods Dawn and Morning Charcoal smudges in a sky, pale blue, Stretched wide, enfold the sea With the yellow arms of spreading sand.

Deep green, the sea lies still And a sense of peace pervades the air.

The harp its song pours out, Calling sweetly to the Lord of Light.

With joy the sea, his hue Swells to red and yellow, gleaming bright, To welcome in the sun.

Wheeling gulls And cormorants On a morning search for food — Nature's fishers — Wait for the sea to yield their due.

One-legged heron Standing stern upon a wave-washed rock Stares coldly at the foreign fishers, Who with boat and lines have come To steal the wealth from a reluctant sea, And discontented ripples through the water pass — Uneasy shadows creep into the scene.

Tempest Black clouds sweep across the sky.

Surging wave and heaving swell Toss the tiny boat about.

Lightning flash and thunderburst — God's percussion tumbling down Upon a wooden craft.

Revenge, the sea shall have.

Clutching fingers claw to drag the boat beneath; Wet rocks sharply glint.

"Perish now, Oh Man!"— The sea shall have its will.

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36 SILVER A! D GREEN Evening Hear the moaning wind intone the dirge — No cypress guard shall stand above their grave Nor flowers bloom.

The waters now are quiet, while day Departs, and muted horns in saddened tones Call to mystic dark.

Subdued the sea, near calm: The murmuring waves entice a Moon Of Ice to stare from out her canopy Of silver fleece, And light a path across tranquillity.

But out beyond the cape the surf rolls in •— Reminder to the World of strength and power Commanded by the everlasting sea.

— Judy Shardey, S.V., Cato.

Morning in Tibet It is early in the morning of Tibet, Slant-eyed Lama sons chant softly To their Grand, and watch Mongolian Drifts of sunlight ski-ing down Mount Everest's descent.

Across the silent Karakoran Pass Yaks, with the golden burden of Garth, Clatter their stubborn hoofs.

Along the Bramapurah, peasants Dip their yellowed cane, and call To scant-fleshed beasts.

A wind stirs dust within the saltscrubbed East, And peacefully the morning beckons on.

— Ruth Aldridge, IV.h, 14 years, Nevile.

The Moon Sublime, serene, Dominating evening shadows With penetrating coldness, Its piercing blades of evil cutting deep Into the reposing sky.

Its powerful calling draws the dogs, Who stand and bay in agony Of misunderstanding, terror, fear — And the illuminated brow of sleepless child frowns And turns away.

And yet it hangs aloof, supreme, Instilling in the minds of the insane Grotesque images — cold and white — Clutching at our sanity.

This glaring image of the evil souls of men Beckons, calls us — Our resistance ebbs, We have no power, Till, struggling on the brink we Raise a faltering hand And send it crashing, splintered, powerless, To the depths of time.

— Kathryn Humphrey, H.VI.a, Fitchett.

A Summer's Joy Nature's paintbrush swept across the sky leaving streaks of dull copper and tender rose-pink, followed by a whisper of blue. The earth lay crisp and fragrant, her mantle sparkling with dew

from misty whiffs drifting to an endless horizon.

A wind rose and sighed into the trees, teasing the flowers until their petals stirred in protest.

The sky opened and a shower of gold sifted through the mists, delving out the shadiest corners, separating dreams from reality and laughing into the tired face of early morning. Gnarled Gums murmured their greetings to each other in the rustling of their leaves, exchanging secrets not yet discovered by man but of great value to Mother Earth. Colourful birds noisily sunned themselves, jealously squabbling for a worm which in an unguarded moment slipped away, to be caught and squabbled over again.

A ray of sun caught hold of the river and played on the water making its surface dimple with pleasure. Trails of wattle, bottle-brush, and weeping willow embraced the bank, proudly displaying the typical type of Australian beauty of vivid colour and wild landscape. A waterfall trickled down jagged rocks worn by the chisel of time, gushing with indescribable happiness in a race with the seasons. All these tilings make our summer a jewel whose beauty everybody can bask in, and yet it's free to one and all!

— Sueanne Harris, 16 years, S.V.d, Cato.

Life I, a child, shall draw a circle With my small unsteady hand.

No one draws a perfect circle, But I strive as best I can.

In spite of faults I must complete it And return from whence I came.

Now the hand's no longer needed But the eye continues on.

— Cecilia Focken, H.VI.d, Cato.

For Thou Art W i t h M e He struggled on.

His eyes shrieked "Water!"

Yet the air was still So, rainless sky, so drifting sand, But without will — He stumbled on, Then fell. His grasping hand Clutched at the sifting grains.

The sands have not betray'd Where soon before a man had laid.

A spirit rose, It broke the yellow chains.

They opened the Gates o' Heaven wide, And took the lost sheep, safe, inside; The wanderer home, they softly close.

— Julie Raisbeck, IV.a, Fitchett.

The Willows Graceful maidens Clothed by their green hair, Heads bowed — They weep.

Silently flows the river of their tears.

Uncared for, unwanted, unnoticed, Their sad lament unheard •— For none have ears to listen; Their tears unseen — For none have eyes to notice.

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The wind blows, Their hair waves frantically; They cling to the bank Desperately grasping the last remnant of hope.

The last of a race Driven back by metal and machines.

Billowing black clouds sweep low — The angry sky perceives Screeching saw, and clashing metal, Rusty tin and rotten timber, Choking soot belched forth by blackened bricks, Spreading an enveloping sea of dirt, Drowning songs of birds and river, Cruelly smothering quiet beauty, Leaving a wasteland of blackness, rust.

— C. Focken, H.VI.d, Cato.

Popular Entertainment in M y Homeland My homeland is Malaya. The entertainments enjoyed by the majority of Malayans are many and varied. Though it does not have many Western types of entertainment such as television and bowling, it has many classical and traditional entertainments contributed by the three major races. They are Malays, Chinese and Indians.

Because of this, the trend of entertainments can be roughly divided into three; national, racial and mixed entertainment.

National entertainments are sponsored by the Government and private groups of businessmen, some of which have been started since Malaya achieved her independence. Every year there is a football season during the "Merdeka" (independence) celebrations. This is held in the "Merdeka" stadium in Kuala Lumpur. Crowds of football fans from all parts of Malaya turn up for the games. The contesting teams come from the Asian countries near Malaya. Football is very popular among Malayans because there is no language barrier.

After the football season is the "Pesta". This is a Malayan festival and is held in all the major towns and villages. There are kite flying, kite fighting, top-spinning, wrestling, dancing and singing competitions, which continue for weeks.

The competitors are usually from the coastal villages. All the races participate as the audience. No entrance fee is charged and flocks of people gather together, day in, day out, to watch the traditional arts being performed. Apart from being entertained they learn a great deal about their fellow-man's arts and crafts.

Another national entertainment is the "Maha".

This is an exhibition of crafts, art, agricultural products and traditional arts of all the races.

This is only held in the Federal city, but it is very popular.

Racial entertainments are diverse. The most popular are traditional arts carried on by each generation.

The Malays have the "Wayang Kulit", harvesting festival, top-spinning, and kite-flying. The latter is played during the monsoons when the fishermen of the West Coast are forced to stay away from the sea and wind. Farmers spin tops

during the harvesting season when the ground is dry.

The "Wayang Kulit" is an ancient art, a stage show, which makes use of the shadows of puppets.

It is a fascinating and exciting experience to watch a show. For a new person, even though one does not understand the language, one's heart goes "pop, pop, pop", as one sees the grotesque figures of the black shadows on a white screen fly forward and backward. The puppets are made of cowhide, stretched across wires. The music is a sort of wailing, which changes to a fast and exciting drum-beat, pipes, and dies down again.

One would never forget this type of entertainment. Incidentally, "Wayang Kulit" means "picture light".

The "harvesting festival" goes on at the end of the rice harvest in the villages in North Malaya, and also along the West Coast. Dances, songs and feasts, to chase away the evil rice spirits and to welcome the gods down from heaven, are a form of entertainment for the villages.

The Chinese have "Chinese Operas" taking place every night in the various towns and sometimes villages among the rubber plantations and tin-mines. The rich colours, glitter, ancient costumes and heavily made-up actors and actresses attract large crowds of Chinese.

Chinese clubs and societies have regular meetings, where the young people learn wrestling, singing and "lion dancing". It is very exciting to follow a dancing lion procession, with a bald monk doing all sorts of tricks with a dressed-up monkey.

The Indians have their own festivals of music and dancing. Their most popular form of entertainment is the cinema. Although the other two races often attend the theatre, an Indian film-show draws crowds of Indians. This is so because most of the other races do not understand Hindu.

Religious festivals are reverently observed.

On my last day in Malaya, before 1 left for Melbourne, I was caught in a traffic jam in Penang. It was Thaipusan Day. A long procession of Indians passed by. Men in trances, with iron spikes stuck all over them and a dagger piercing their tongues, danced drunkenly past.

A beautifully decorated throne pulled by four white bullocks and hundreds of Indians, most dressed in their most colourful saris, passed by.

At present the radio presents a form of mixed entertainment whereby all races can attend. These are stage shows where four languages are spoken — English, Malay, Chinese and Indian. They are comedy acts, and an average Malayan can understand two or more of the languages spoken.

This mixed entertainment is gaining popularity.

These are the present forms of entertainment in Malaya. The people are quite satisfied with them. The Government is trying to retain the traditional Malay arts. So, until television comes to Malaya, the tradition still lives on.

— Tang Yee Ngar, H.VI.d., Nevile.

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36 SILVER A! D GREEN Poem

Slight Was the beginning As a fleck of flintstone; And yet there was a feeling Which, starting in the shallowness Of self, was not neglected.

Then Was a flickering Of light, white-gold, and clear; In silence was concealed, but never Slain, and in the very spaciousness Of self, grew even brighter.

Now Is a warmth, a flame Confusion deep within; Fire flaring in a fervent fury Burning the very sacredness Of self, in mad frustration.

Heat The molten mind, distorted writhes, and withers Stifled, smothered, staring through Smoke of terror; Jarred by the chill reality The tortured thought, The throbbing torture . . .

Pure Is the heart, burnt out The evil in the mind A coolness welling up instils a Peace, for which the sacrifice Of self has been worthwhile.

— D. Weekes, H.VI.a, Nevile.

Examinations In silence — scholarly; profound — All heads are bent, In fear of time Elapsing just before The moment when The inspired thought Should vanish.

The pens that scrape on In eager trend And finally The porous brain Relaxes, when We gaze with doubtful pride At all the paper We have used.

For then we wait With trembling heart To hear the fearful news.

— Laurette Chapman, S.V.f, 15 yrs., Cato.

Shadows A movement, a sliding form, a snatched breath; a passing illusion of a shadow.

Shadows are fascinating, mystifying and terrifying factors of God's perfect creation, the everpresent guardians of every shape and living form which stretch, elongating themselves lazily, and retract, as if some magnetic force determines their hazy dimensions.

The first discovery of another "self" draws delight and wonderment to the open face of a questioning young child, who frolics gleefully with the new playmate who enjoys the same games, and does not become tired with the continual frolics. A playmate which eats at the same table, and wearily climbs into the same cot, only to rise again next morning, fresh and invigorated. The playmate eventually becomes tiresome and slow to the growing child, and evolves as an insignificant and unnecessary physical phenomenon.

The lonely echo of footsteps seems to blacken the shadows in an empty street. Each black mirage of every tree is personified, and leers at the walker, with a deformed face, whispering soundlessly with shifting winds, and making each quickening footstep a further goad to their everlasting jealousy of human breath. A cat darts across the street, and disappears; but its shadow lingers in a formless terrifying threat of danger.

The looming shadows of great buildings are intent on darkening the poky doorways, and with the aid of rolling and smoky clouds, cover God's night vigil, the moon. The breathless walker is shaking with the hammering of her heart, and is conscious of a form behind her, but afraid to turn and witness the imagined face of horror. The key shakes in the lock as shadows and faces peer from darkened windows, and at last drifts the solace of the eternal shadow of sleep.

The beauty of shadows and images outshines the loveliest of man-made finery. The stillness and serenity is perfect peace. An image of hills and trees in a shimmering lake, the lengthening shadows of evening against a crimson and gold swirled sky, the shadow of a cross on a far off hill; these are given by God to show to the glossy and brassy falseness of the empty world, the true height behind the shadowy darkness.

Yet shadows are born and die; they delight, mystify and terrorise our inhabitants, and return with their secrets, at last, to the shadowless Home of the Almighty.

— Margot Sanguinetti, S.V.f, Tiddeman.

The Struggle And is not every man and woman great?

Has not each being some hard conquest won?

An unknown grief or sorrow overcome?

Or sacrificed, to lift another's weight?

We all have petty weaknesses and sins — Not one is perfect — else what purpose life?

All men have fought through some small share of strife, Though only he with greatest courage wins.

It matters not that some have lost the fight; They struggled with the best that in them lay.

Some imperfection caused a slip — they fell, But during that eternal will for right, Were they not great enough themselves to say, "E'en if the battle's lost, I fought it well"?

— Dianne Barrett, Dip. a., 16 yrs., Krome.

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SILVER H o m e — W h a t it Means to M e A smile, a laugh, A tower of blocks, A pair of dirty football socks, A broken doll upon the rug, A flower garden, freshly dug, Quarrels, disappointments, too, A wagging tail, a mangled shoe, A cheerful fire, rosy cheeks, The old wheelbarrow's awful squeaks,

GREEN A freckled nose, a tilted chin, The grubby hands at biscuit tin, A radio that's blaring out, A shout from father, "Turn it out!"

A meal table, steaming roast, A cup of tea and buttered toast.

A water-pistol, cowboy forts And parents reading school reports; A mother's hopes, a father's pride, And four stout walls with love inside.

— Jan Trezise, IV.a, 15 years, Cato.

MIDDLE SECTION The Brothers, Sleep Shadows of the people passing flicker quickly 'cross the blind; Gone, but in that moment leaving something of themselves behind.

Silver sleep is softly falling from the shadows in the eaves; On the floor the crimson poppies gathered, lie in burning sheaves.

Brother, be awaking, waking, for the dawn of dusk is nigh.

From the clouds, the sunbeams falling, light a flame to gild the sky.

We must gather dusky shadows, and the thoughts of living day.

We must spin them into fancies, dreams that with your Reason play.

Lifting curtains of the Shadow, men of wisdom, truth forlorn, Softly come, and softly open gates of ivory and of horn.

— Jenny Pausacker, Ill.a, 13 yrs., Krome.

Why? Is this Just plain coincidence?

Or is it destiny?

The problem has But two solutions; One — Natural and right, The other — The "done thing".

Why does The first keep cropping up, Keep nagging on my mind?

Is there a world With no "done thing"?

Has Man created a Fallacy, "The natural"?

— Virginia Weekes, Il.a, 12 years, Nevile.

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SILVER A! D GREEN Gautama the Buddha

In India, about six hundred years before the birth of Christ, a man was born who was to influence the religion and lives of millions of people. His name was Liddhartha Gautama, and lie was called the Buddha, which means "Enlightened One". It is believed that he was the son of King Luddhodana.

Brahminism was the religion of India when Gautama lived, but his beliefs in it were crushed when he left the shelter of the palace in which he had been reared, and saw for the first time the suffering of other people. This led him to feel that life was a horror, and that attempts to make it any better were useless, with the result that he left his family and comfortable life for one of suffering. For six years he dwelt with ascetics, who are people who abstain from all pleasures, and discipline themselves severely.

However, he realised that he still had not found the inner peace and understanding of life he sought, and came to the conclusion that ascetism was perfectly useless, and not the way to gain enlightenment. Finally, after much meditation, a vision caused Gautama to rise up and teach the world what he believed to be the meaning of existence.

His teaching is simple and clear. Gautama thought selfishness to be the great curse, and that people should never think of themselves. Thus, a great follower of Buddha must not wish to be rich or physically happy; not even to live again after death. He felt that it was no good to love solid, real objects, because they have the breath of life in them, and will eventually pass away.

Not until a man has no desires and no thought for himself; not until he is filled with a complete willingness to perish can he, upon dying, pass out of the world for ever and enter a state known as Nirvana, which means he is blessed and exalted eternally by being non-existent. According to the Buddhist religion, life becomes a burden and the reward is to enter into the state of non-existence.

The great pity of the religion is that the poorer classes of the Far East, by their interpretation of the, teaching, simply endure the life into which they are born, and do not attempt to better themselves. Even so, a good Buddhist is honest, truthful, and does not hurt others in deed or word, which shows that the religion of Buddha in many ways is humane.

— Caroline Hopping, III.c, 13 years, Krome.

Ode to a Dustbin Reflecting the sunlight in blazings of gold, With a stateliness regal and meet, Its glory soft touched with a shimmering blue, It reclined at the side of the street.

Cylindrical object of silverwork made!

In mystical pattern and bright, It collected a webbing of sunlight and shade Which wove it a garment of light.

Delightful dustbin! O why art thou shunned, Thou many-hued flower of the earth?

The people who sing of the sun and the stars Yet overlook thy modest worth.

— Jenny Pausacker, Ill.a, 13 yrs., Krome.

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A House from Under the Sea

— H e l e n Lancaster, II.a,

Cato.

"Corio".

How many houses could be said to have once lain at the bottom of the ocean? Here is an account of just such a house, "Corio Villa", Geelong.

In the early 19th century, building materials were very scarce in Australia and all new settlers were told to "bring their houses on their backs" so to speak. Governor Phillip, the first Governor of Australia, had his house brought out in this way. Also Governor Latrobe's famous little cottage at Jolimont was prefabricated in England.

Now we may think of prefabricated houses (that is, the walls, doors, and windows made in mass production and fitted together on the building site) as a modern idea. But firms in England were making prefabricated houses in those times especially to send to Australia. They were sometimes of heavy boiler-plate panels, three feet square. So rich and poor alike, as soon as they could afford it, sent to England for a house!

One day, a ship bringing a house from England, encountered a terrible storm near Geelong's Corio Bay. Alas! Both ship and cargo sank to the murky depths.

At some later date the cargo was salvaged and dumped on the pier at Geelong.

In 1855, a man from Geelong, Alfred Douglas, found what he thought was abandoned junk on this pier. Soon, however, he discovered that it was none other than a heap of J-inch boiler plate wall panels complete with windows, columns and elaborate decorations in cast iron!

He, without the help of plans — for they had been lost — put together what is now one of

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the most admired, historic homes in Geelong.

The delicate cast iron decorations are still in wonderful condition.

This beautiful house is still situated on the esplanade overlooking lovely Eastern Beach. This is but one of the amazing stories of the many historic homes of Australia.

— Helen Lancaster, Il.a, Cato.

Bats The tropic sun dipped low, The children ceased to shout, And in the short sweet twilight The grey fruit bats came out.

In their countless thousands Across our house they flew, While we upon the warm wet sand, Watched, as their numbers grew.

Their wings were almost silent, Their sonic beep was hushed, And so we watched in wonder, As darkly by they rushed.

— Debbie Evans, Il.a, 12 years, Fitchett.

Night Peace The night is hot and still. The faint moonlight drifts down to mingle here and there with the sickly light of occasional street lamps. In the faint light one can make out a dusty concrete yard cluttered with old crates and dirty scraps of newspaper. This yard serves for the four houses whose back doors open into it. But those doors are tightly closed in spite of the oppressive heat. Everything seems deserted . . .

A slim, lithe form picked out in gleaming silver detaches itself from the shadow of one of the crates and glides sinuously across the yard. Now it reaches the leaning fence — a pause — a silver flash — and the dark shape of a cat silhouetted against the moon can be seen as the head is lifted — now heard as the silence is shattered like a mirror.

The cry is echoed, and a smaller silvery shape appears, now moving rapidly towards the first cat.

Ominous threats ensue as the distance narrows between the two. Then the air is split with abuse and insults and flying claws as the two engage and lock in fierce combat.

One of the tightly closed windows protests as it is cautiously opened, a head appears and is withdrawn quickly. The head is soon replaced by a bowl of water, the contents of which curve out in a silver arc, missing the two culprits by several feet. It only succeeds in stirring up a few spots of mud in the thick dust, but the fight is then discreetly removed to another place and time. All is quiet. . . .

— Meredith McCutcheon, III.c, 14 yrs., Fitchett.

Love Everlasting I, so low in wealth and birth Am not worthy of your love; For you are of the noblest blood, Rich in beauty, blessed with mirth.

Give not way to fret and care Lest they should mar your youthful glee; Take my hand throughout the dark Till the rays of light are seen.

Summer's days are dwindling fast; Autumn draws nigh without delay: Thus pass the seasons ever on Like an ever-flowing stream: So my love for you shall be E'en unto eternity.

— Elsie Pike, III.c, Fitchett.

Pictures in the Fire A match is lit; the paper burns, igniting the kindling. Red and yellow flames eagerly lick die fuel. I sit watching the flames, bemused. A fieryred heathen appears, leaning and swaying in front of a pagan altar. More appear, until the fire is a mass of red and yellow heads waving to and fro; jumping and leaping, cavorting and frolicking.

Heavier wood is placed on the fire, smoke appears and a nymph, orange in hue and light in her movements, blows through a red forest.

Others join her, and gradually the wood is devoured, crumbling down into glowing red coals.

All is quiet in the house, the fire is left unattended. A malevolent red gnome leaps from the grate and smoulders on a rug, leaving a charred hole. The red coals turn to pink, then grey. The white ashes — the charred remains of so many ethereal sprites, float up a blackened chimney.

— Janice Wood, Ill.b, 14 years, Cato.

LOWER MIDDLE SECTION The Months January brings the golden sun, And on the beaches we have our fun.

When February conies skipping by, The Autumn days at last are nigh.

Then March arrives, the leaves change colour, The days are slowly growing duller.

April brings fruit, and leaves that fall From tiny shrubs and branches tall.

May holidays mean time for play, But longer night makes shorter day.

The month of June brings hail and snow, W e stay inside to knit and sew.

July is here without a care, The trees are looking very bare.

August days are very cold, But Spring's not far away, we're told.

September means that Spring is here, The skies at last begin to clear.

October's here with sun and showers, Gardens gay with lovely flowers.

November is almost the end of the year, Our holiday season is now very near.

December, the birth of Jesus our King.

For all of these wonders His praises we sing.

— Robyn Gray, I.a, 11 years, Nevile.

Summer Memories Yellow sands, blue seas, Singing birds, buzzing bees; What happy things are these.

Lying under shady trees, Listening to the gentle breeze; Such are Summer memories.

Ripe red apples, fresh green peas, Salads made from ham and cheese.

What happy things are these.

Bare arms, bare knees, But soon, alas, the Summer flees And I'm left only memories.

— Kathleen Oyngell, I.d, 11 years, Nevile.

My Teddy Bear Do I have to part with it?

It's not really fair, I've had it for years and years and years.

It was my only Teddy Bear.

He's worn, and very old, And patched, I know; But I've grown so attached to him.

Does he really have to go?

Mother says I'm far too old To really ever care, But I don't ever want to part With my old worn Teddy Bear.

— Sally Lamont, VI.c, 10 years, Fitchett.

Loch Ness

By Old Loch Ness many years ago, A Highland lass did stray; She did not know the danger there Or that she should not stay.

Her mother heard an unearthly scream, Her father heard it too, And down to the banks of Old Loch Ness They ran as their tension grew.

And as they looked on to the Loch A horrible sight they saw: Their daughter limp and lifeless lay Beside the muddy shore.

What happened to this Highland lass Is not for me to say, But after dark at Old Loch Ness I would not like to stray.

S Suzanne I Suzanne

Hooke, I.e, Krome.

Bradfield, I.e, Krome.

The Wild Stallion The sun is rising in the distance grey As a stallion, the Silver One, greets the day; He rears himself midst the timber tall, And the mountains re-echo his ringing call.

He is the king of all the brumbies, Of each mountain and valley, each river and tree, He is the king of all except man, From whose hated presence the Silver One ran.

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Men on tame horses, with stockwhips and dogs, Hunted the brumbies to yards made of logs; But undaunted the Silver One broke his way through And led all his brumbies to freedom anew.

Now in the morning he tosses his mane, And his neigh defies man to hunt him again; Then he turns to his mares and they gallop away Into his kingdom of tall mountains grey.

— Catherine Wylie, Vl.a, 10 years, Fitchett.

When I Went to Brazil When I was five my parents and I went to Brazil. W e had to change ships in Italy, where we spent one month. .After two weeks' sailing from Genoa we arrived at Rio de Janeiro, where we spent a day with our friends sightseeing. Overnight we sailed to Santos. There we were met by my uncles, aunts and cousins.

From Santos we drove about seventy miles to Sao Paulo City, where our relatives lived. W e had a house there and soon got accommodated.

It was very hard for us on account of not speaking the native language, Portuguese, and Mummy had to use the dictionary to communicate with the maid, who helped with the household, and my aunts helped with the shopping.

I was sent to school and was first to learn the language. The first words I learned were "fica quete", which means "keep quiet". These were of course the first words the teacher said when she came into the classroom. Soon I acted as a translator between Mummy and our maid Cecilia, who was very dark; but I still loved her very much.

Cecilia helped me with my lessons as she was brought up in a mission school. She also drew, for me, pictures of dancers.

My uncles used to take us for drives to show us the landscape and coffee plantations. W e spent a week-end at their farm, where there was a big goose called "Josefina", and a big dog, Boneco, which means "doll". When you asked him to smile he showed his teeth.

In Sao Paulo, they have very tall buildings with offices and flats. Some are forty storeys high.

TTiere is a big theatre where we went to see a ballet suite called "Father Christmas' Workshop", which was very beautiful. W e saw all the elves and fairies that helped to make the toys and little dancers performing as all sorts of toys.

Then unfortunately I was very sick. I had to have my tonsils out. In the hospital there

was a dark nurse who was very good to me.

She brought me ice cream. The doctor gave me a Brazilian doll when I was leaving, and I still have it.

Soon after we had to come back to Australia and this time we went by plane. This trip I enjoyed even more, as I was given an air hostess' cap and I helped to serve the other passengers.

These memories still remain from those happy days.

— Ann Silverman, Vl.a, 11 years, Cato.

The Clock Shop I love to stand in the clockmaker's shop And hear what all the clocks say.

They "tick" and they "tock", and they chime "ding dong", And strike the hours of the day.

The watches can hardly be heard at all Till I hold them up to my ear; The alarm clock makes me jump from my skin When it rings, its alarm sounds clear.

Best of them all is the old cuckoo clock, And I do love to see The little bird open his wooden door And say "cuckoo" to mel — Vivienne Morton, I.d, 12 years, Cato.

The Dead Tree There it stands so tall and grey, Its branches without leaves; There it stands from day to day, Unmoving in the breeze.

When in its prime and clothed in green, 'Twas majestic to behold, But now it stands so stark and bare, Destroyed by fires of old.

There it is, as dead, as dead, Never to live again; A silhouette against the sky, Beneath the sun and rain.

— Catherine Wylie, Vl.a, 10 years, Fitchett.

A Snowstorm The snow came gently floating down — It turned the garden white.

It touched the leaves, and touched the grass, And settled in the night.

W e pressed our noses 'gainst the glass And dreamed of this and that, Like snowmen, sleds, and slippery hills, And warm red scarves and hats.

— Nancy Fraser, VI.c, 11 years, Fitchett.

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J U N I O R SECTION The Seasons

Night Time

Spring comes in her green gown With bodice of pink and white, She touches the boughs with green buds, And changes the world overnight.

Summer comes in sapphire dress, With crown of foamy white; Her wand's the dusky evenings, Filled with golden light.

Autumn comes in a whirl of leaves, Dressed in russet brown; Her red and golden carpet Is as thick as thistle-down.

The moon in the sky is very still, There are two doves in a tree on a hill, There are no more shouts in the street: All we hear are the milkman's feet.

The moon has gone behind a cloud, A dog is barking very loud, Then a baby suddenly cries And the moon comes back into the skies; The baby finally goes to sleep, The night is very still and deep.

Winter comes in soft pearl dress, With icicles as her wand; She turns the gardens outside Into a silver fairy-land.

— Pia Brous, J.V.a, 9 years, Nevile.

I love flowers that blossom out When all the Spring is round about, And all the birds on fluttering wing, And beautiful songs that they might sing.

The trees are swaying one by one, And down from the sky will shine the sun.

- Suzanne McGuinness, J.IV.b, 8 years, Fitchett.

My Puppy I love to watch my puppy As she plays around our yard, She is a golden Corgi, And to train her is not hard.

She fetches sticks and comes to me When I give her special whistles; And when someone arrives, she barks; And her hair goes up in bristles.

She is a lovely little pet And sits upon my lap, But she gets into such mischief, And she never takes her nap.

But although she is so naughty I love my little pet, And I wouldn't sell her for anything, Whatever I could get.

— Heather Belcher, J.V.b, 9J years, Berry.

— Wendy Shew, J.IV.a, 9 years, Krome.

At the Beach Taking lunch to the beach is fun — Spending the whole day out in the sun, Watching the gulls fly overhead Or just lying on the sand instead; Even paddling or swimming suits me.

Then when we have had our tea It's home we go and bed for me.

— Heather Rowe, J.V.b, 9J years, Fitchett.

Me I'm a grey donkey — How sad I look; I live in the pasture Just near the brook.

My owner is Billy: He's a nice boy, But he treats me like a little toy.

He rides on my back, He gives me a kick — He whacks me, and smacks me, And makes me feel sick.

But his sister is nice, She feeds me you see; She gives me carrots, And fruit from the tree.

And when night time comes She puts me to bed, And puts her hand On my shabby grey head.

— Julie McDonald, J.V.b, 10 years, Berry.

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The Voice

The moon in the sky has a silver glow And the stars and earth are silent below, There are no cries or shouts up on the hill, All the houses and buildings are silent and still; The town crier's gone from out of the street, The world is as still as still can be, The moon is hidden by a tree.

— Jennifer Campbell, J.IV.a, 9 J years, Krome.

The Elf Man One day when I was home alone What do you think I saw?

I saw a little elf man come Knocking at my door.

I said, "Oh do come in with me, I'd love to have a chat."

Then I made a cup of tea While he took off his hat.

— Keryn Butler, J.V.a, 10 years, Cato.

As I was standing between the trees I heard the voice of the whispering leaves, And in the distance far I heard The dainty song of a wee small bird.

— Alice Murkies, J.V.b, 9J years, Fitchett.

The Autumn In Autumn all the leaves fall down In piles upon the paths, All orange, yellow, red and brown, Like fairies from the stars.

They dance and play so happily As they come floating down, And the shuffle of people walking past Is such a lovely sound.

— Susan Indian, J.V.b, 92 years, Fitchett.

Acknowledgments The committee wishes to thank the schools which have sent the following magazines: "The Mitre" (Trinity Grammar); "Carey Chronicle"; "The Swan" (Guildford Grammar, W.A.); "The Cluthan" (Clyde); "The Excelsior" (M.L.C., Burwood, N.S.W.); "Wesley College Chronicle"; "The Marcian" (Camberwell C.E.G.G.S.); "The Golden Mitre" (Ivanhoe G.G.S.); "The Triune" (Essendon Grammar); "Pegasus" (Geelong College); "The Scotch Collegian"; "The Melburnian" (M.C.E.G.S.); "The Corian" (Geelong Grammar); "Coo-ee" (C.E.G.G.S., Geelong); "Lauristonian"; "Quaerite" (Shelford C.E.G.G.S.); ^ "Highway" (Box Hill High School); "St. Catherine's Magazine"; "The Michaelian" (St. Michael's); "The Mangarrian" (Canterbury G.H.S.); "M.C.E.G.G.S. Magazine"; "The Ruytonian"; "The Collegian" (M.L.C. Claremont); "The Lucernian" (Morongo, Geelong); "Somerville House Magazine"; "Pallas" (MacRobertson G.H.SO; "Record" (U.H.S.); "The Malvern Grammarian"; "Birr Arrung" (Upper Yarra High School); "Coolaroo" (Elsternwick M.L.C.); "The Thistle" (McKinnon High School); "Patchwork" (P.L.C.); "Ipswich Girls' Grammar School Magazine"; and any others which may have been unintentionally omitted.

The Old Collegian CONDUCTED BY

PAST STUDENTS OF THE METHODIST LADIES' COLLEGE

Miss

DOROTHEA

President's

CERUTTY.

Message

It is indeed an honour and a joy to serve the College during my term of office. My greeting to Old Collegians is in the form of a plea to link themselves even more closely in active loyalty to the school which gave them all such lavish gifts in those years spent under the shining of its Star. "Old School, our hearts are with you yet, and there's naught like love can bind."

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The Old Collegian PATRONS Miss Lucy Kellaway, Miss Ruth Flockart, Mrs. K. G. Kumm (Gertrude Cato).

OFFICE-BEARERS

AND COUNCIL FOR 1962

President: Miss Dorothea Cerutty.

Vice-President: Miss Mavis Lancaster.

Interim Vice-President: Mrs. L. S. Chambers (Jean Davison).

Ex-officio Vice-President: Dr. A. H. Wood.

Immediate Past President: Mrs. L. S. Chambers (Jean Davison).

Hon. Secretary: Miss Joan Walter.

Hon. Asst. Secretary: Mrs. G. Lumley (Una Harrison).

Hon. Treasurer: Mrs. G. Tapner (Jean Vaughan).

Hon. Asst. Treasurer: Mrs. I. Robertson (Gwen Tripplett).

Editress: Mrs. G. R. Bull (Jill Hickling).

Council: Misses Dorothy Bugg, Margot Cant, Jane Elton, Mrs. K. Graydon (Marjorie Fisher), Mrs. Hall (Helen Charlesworth), Misses U. Harbent, Diana Hill, Mrs. K. Hill (Margaret Hale), Misses Glenis Lord, Eve Lewellin, Mrs. F. C. Martin, Mrs. J. Martin (Joyce Fowles), Mrs. B. Maddison (Betty Walduck), Misses Jean Perkins, Elsie Scholes, Mrs. M. Tilley (Margaret Donaldson, Miss Joy Webb, Mrs. F. C. Kennedy (Edna Harry).

College Council Representatives: Mrs. 1. Bond (Frieda Pizzey), Miss Ruth Flockart, Mrs. E. Hutton (Ena Bee), Mrs. L. Russell (Ida Skelton).

Club Rooms Circle Representatives: Mrs. L. Russell (Ida Skelton), Mrs. R. Hales (Grace Waite).

Immediate Past Pupils' Representatives: Miss M. Hunkin, Miss Joy Webb.

AUXILIARY CONVENERS Farrar Hutton (Ena Bee), 37 Madeline Street, Archives: Mrs. F. Cornell (Edna Pryor), 46 New Burwood (BX 2622).

Street, Brighton (92 3G05).

Glendonald: Mrs. J. Deane (Joan Turner), 29 St. Hilda's College Appeal: Mrs. K. G. Hill Govvar Avenue, Hartwell (BX 2986).

(Margaret Hale), 64 Dunloe Avenue, Box Hill North.

Lucy Kilvington Memorial Tuckshop: Mrs. J. Miss Edith Barker.

Miss Olive Dodd.

Miss M. Hunt.

HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS Mrs. H. Leckie (Bessie Williams).

Mrs. P. R. Leslie (Mabel Rowe).

Miss Daisy Ball.

EDITORIAL Reminiscing—one of the most eminently satisfying of the smaller pleasures of life is one which we as Old Collegians indulge in to rather a marked degree. There is not a time or an occasion at which former students of this great school gather together in numbers large or small, that the time honoured phrase " D o you remember?" fails to enter the conversation.

Looking back into a past so often filled with unforgettable memories of lessons learned, moral as well as academic, of lasting friendships consolidated under the guidance of a standard we often found so difficult to maintain, we find that we have not changed very much after all, that the school still has the same place in our adult hearts as it did in those important formative years.

In this "looking back" one becomes very conscious that as Old Collegians we are continuing to carry on traditions begun many years ago, and w e pray will continue in the long years to come.

Helping to keep alive the friendships formed at school is, after all, the very reason for which the Club was founded, and the pleasures which arise from social gatherings of "old girls" whether at school under the banner of the Club, or in private homes no matter where they be, explains as words

cannot, why the Old Collegians' Club has continued to function for more than 58 years.

However, we also exist, as our founders believed when they drafted the first constitution, "to maintain sentiments of affection to the College", and in our work this year we have a very practical means of doing just this. W e as a club have pledged our support to the Lucy Kilvington Memorial Tuck Shop appeal, an appeal very dear to our hearts as it has been named after a founder of the association and the Club's first provisional Secretary.

At the same time our founders believed we should also help the community in which we live, something which we have been able to do individually and collectively with various social obligations. These in turn have demonstrated the tremendous impetus which Christian upbringing has on Christian endea\ our.

But—let us not forget, that the prime importance of these diverse activities within the Club, is to bring Old Collegians more and more together as a live body of women working with a common goal, and a warm feeling of achievement emphasising the strong bond that there is between them all. Financial obligations are, after all, a necessary, but nevertheless a secondary consideration.

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O.C.C ANNUAL MEETING

PATRON

28th February, 1962

The Annual Meeting of the Club was held in Flockart Hall on the evening of 28th February, 1962. The President, Mrs. L. S. Chambers, presided, and after the Lord's Prayer, apologies were received from Mesdames Hales, Deane, Horman, Bull, Martin and Hendy, and from Misses Ball Anne and Ruth Flockart, Dodd, Elton, Harris and Butterworth.

The minutes of the previous annual meeting were taken as read on the motion of Miss Kellaway, seconded by Mrs. Alberto.

The Financial Statement was prepared by the Treasurer, Mrs. Tapner, and presented by Mrs. Robertson, Assistant Treasurer. Mrs. Chambers thanked them both for their work throughout the year. The Financial Statement was accepted on the motion of Miss Brown, seconded by Miss Minns.

The Secretary presented the Annual Report, which was received with acclamation.

Mrs. Alberto presented the Annual Report of the National Council of Women; Mrs. Russell the Club Rooms Circle Report, prepared by Mrs. Hales; Mrs. Cornell gave die Archives Report; Miss Scholes spoke about the Fusipala Tupou Memorial Fund; and Mrs. Hutton outlined plans for the Lucy Kilvington Memorial Tuckshop. The Social Service Report, prepared by Mrs. Deane, was read by the Secretary.

General Business: Mrs. McCarthy, Principal of Elsternwick M.L.C., thanked Hawthorn for the PATRON

Miss Ruth Flockart. gift to her school of £ 5 / 5 / - . Council's recommendation that Mrs. Kumm and Miss Flockart be made Patrons of the Club was received on the motion of Mrs. Blackburn, seconded by Mrs. Cornell. There was a great deal of discussion on the subject of patrons and those who should be honoured in this manner, and it was decided on Mrs. Danks' suggestion that a special general meeting be called to discuss the matter thoroughly. Miss Daisy Ball was created an Honorary Life Member of the Club on Council's recommendation. Miss Barker moved and Mrs. Alberto seconded this motion. There were no nominations received for Senior Vice-President, and Council was directed to try to fill this vacancy and to appoint an Honorary Auditor.

Mrs. Chambers thanked all Council members for their loyal support throughout the year, and the Secretary and the Assistant Secretary for their help. She warmlv welcomed the incoming President, Miss Dorothea Cerutty. As Mrs. Chambers left the chair, Miss Valerie Kerr thanked her for her year of outstanding service to the Club.

Miss Cerutty congratulated Mrs. Chambers on her year of office and spoke of the honour she felt in being its new President. She outlined her plans for the year hoping that the Club would strongly support the Lucy Kilvington Memorial Tuckshop fund, the new University College for Women, St. Hilda's, and "Orana", while continuing the social service work for Glendonald.

Mrs. K. G. Kumm (Gertrude Cato).

The list of office-bearers for 1962 was read, all of whom were elected unopposed. The meeting closed with the singing of the College Badge and praver. and the invitation of the President to remain far supper.

THE OLD ( )LLEGIAN M.L.C. OLD COLLEGIANS' CLUB 57th Annual Report, 1961

51 PATRON

It is with pleasure that I present the 57th Annual Report of the M.L.C.O.C.C. Under the able and inspiring leadership of Mrs. Chambers the Club has enjoyed an energetic year. With some trepidation our subscriptions were raised last year, however, our fears were not justified for our membership stands at 420 annual members and 673 life members, and attendances at almost all functions have increased. This is due partly to Mrs. Chambers' untiring efforts to interest Old Collegians in the Club, and to the introduction of the Social Service Auxiliary which has enriched the Club by an everwidening circle of friends.

Dr. and Mrs. Wood graciously placed the facilities of the College at our disposal for seven Council meetings and we thank them and Miss Frances Cowper most sincerely for their hospitality and willing co-operation in all matters.

College Day was again a happy occasion. After an assembly conducted by Dr. Wood, a luncheon, sporting events and an afternoon tea at which we were guests of the College, were enjoyed.

Mrs. Bull must again be congratulated on the production of the Old Collegian.

The Ball, convened by Miss Joan Harris and Miss Ruth Bilney, was a great success with 570 attending, 11 debutantes, 42 balcony onlookers and a profit of £236. W e are equally indebted to Miss Diane Hill and Miss Sandra Chambers who were able ticket secretaries for the Return Ball.

Another highlight of the year was a musical evening held in the Boarders' Lounge. Miss Jane Elton convened this function which was a rare artistic delight.

The Annual Dinner, convened by Miss Audrey Carter, was another successful and happy occasion.

Our guest speaker, Miss Margaret Dewey, distinguished Principal of Janet Clarke Hall, will long be remembered for her inspiring address to us.

The annual church service was well attended and a happy evening of worship and fellowship was shared by members. Dr. Wood led the service and preached, Miss Ruth Flockart conducted an Old Collegians' choir and the President read the lesson.

The Guest Speaker Evening, convened by Miss Marie Rowland, was a most challenging occasion.

Dr. John Birrell, Police Surgeon, gave a topical and provocative address. It was unfortunate that this very valuable evening was so poorly attended.

Miss Mavis Lancaster convened a most successful Garden Party, which was equally popular with older and younger members.

Mrs. John P. Young again kindly allowed us to entertain the new members after the end of the school year. The girls enjoyed the opportunity to use Mrs. Young's swimming pool, and also showed great interest in a cosmetics demonstration.

An archives committee, convened by Mrs. Edna Cornell, with Miss Phyl Minns as secretary, has worked to interest older members in the archives project. The cabinet in the entrance hall contains many items of interest and is much appreciated by Old Collegians of all ages and also by present scholars.

Miss Lucy Kellaway.

The previously mentioned social service auxiliary, under the capable leadership of Mrs. Joan Dean, has raised the magnificent sum of £790 for the Glendonald School for Deaf Children.

All the Council have been most loyal and cooperative but some must be especially thanked.

It was decided that Council would be very happy to start a fund for the new tuckshop with help from other sections of the school. Dr. Wood agreed that it should be called the Lucy Kilvington Memorial Tuckshop. Mrs. E. Hutton, convener of this committee, and Miss Elsie Scholes, convener of the Fusipala Tabou Memorial Window Appeal have both undertaken the job of raising money most willingly.

Mrs. John P. Young again captained our victorious team in the Sun Tennis Tournament, and Mrs. Roma Horman convened the Golf Day, at which Mrs. Gillies won the perpetual trophy.

Mrs. Kathleen Lansbury and Mrs. Ena Hutton have laboured for us as caterers on many occasions.

W e owe a special debt of gratitude to Mrs. Jean Tapner, our Treasurer, and her assistant, Mrs. Gwen Robertson, who, by taking over many clerical duties, lightened the work of the Secretary, and perfected the membership rolls.

Our President has worked tirelessly for the Club and the wider interest shown in the Club's activities has been largely due to her efforts. Her energy, her loyalty, her gift for friendship will long be remembered by the Club.

W e welcome Miss Dorothea Cerutty, and wish her, her office-bearers, and her Council, every happiness and success for 1962.

NANCY CURRY (Batt), Honorary Secretary.

THE OLD ( NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN REPORT It was with pleasure that I attended meetings of the National Council of Women of Victoria for the year 1961.

In March the Annual Meeting was held when Mrs. G. N. Frost was elected President. Mrs. Frost is a woman of many community interests.

These include the Fairlea Women's Prison, of which she is Council Chairman, the Women's Parole Board and Youth Advisory Council, Director of Youth Unlimited and an executive member of the National Fitness Council. She succeeded Mrs. Whitney King (Ethleen O'Dwyer), who had held office for the past three years.

In April the speaker was Miss Theresa Wardell and her subject was "The Golden Anniversary of the White House Conference".

Earlier at this meeting it is interesting to note two Resolutions that were adopted.

• The N.C.W. decided to ask the Victorian Railways Commissioners if trains could be manned at night by conductors who had power to issue tickets.

• It was also decided to ask that unmanned stations and their approaches be well lit and that the police keep an eye on unmanned stations where possible.

In May the speaker was Dr. Allan Stoller.

At this meeting Mrs. R. Hallenstein reported on the suggested amendments to the Victorian Marriage Act. These had been presented to the Parliamentary Statute Law Revision Committee by Mrs. Whitney King and comprised five important points concerning possession of property, etc.

In June Mr. Eric Westbrook, Director of the National Gallery, was the speaker. His subject covered the layout, finance and aims of the New Cultural Centre.

In July the speaker was Mr. Alan Gregory.

Mr. Gregory had won a Rotary Fellowship which had taken him to Bombay University to study Indian Economics. His remarks were interesting and enlightening, particularly in regard to the cooking and eating habits of the Indians. He showed, too, some coloured films of great beauty.

In August, Miss E. Turner discussed "Food Problems in the Pacific Area".

The September speaker was Miss Rachel Banchevka, from the Department of Mental Health, while in October Mr. Colin Badger spoke on "The Work of UNESCO".

Earlier at this meeting, Mrs. Frost also brought forward the subject that women are often not given equal facilities with men in some sports.

Also, that there are a number of recreational opportunities for women that could be organised in a better way. The Council has decided to form a recreational committee to improve the status of women in the field of sport, and it would be the first committee of its kind in Australia.

It was also thought necessary to have more policewomen on duty at inner suburban watch-

)LLEGIAN 52 houses. There had been correspondence with the Chief Commissioner of Police on the subject and it was decided that a further letter be sent asking that either the ratio of men to women in the police force be changed or the number increased.

In November, the speaker was Mr. Brooks, a member of the Council of Public Education, and his subject was "Tertiary Education for Girls".

At this meeting two matters were of note.

• The danger of suffocation to babies and children from plastic bags. This was referred to the Home Safety Committee of the N.C.W. • The Council discussed the new cocktail bar at the International terminal at Essendon. Members felt that action should be taken to ensure the provisions of the State Referendum of Six O'clock Closing were not abused. A motion to ask that the provisions of the Act be strictly policed was passed.

The February, 1962 speaker was Dr. John Cade, Psychiatrist Superintendent of the Receiving House, Royal Park. His subject was on the dangers of chronic alcoholism. He appealed to hosts and hostesses at teenage parties to make adequate provision for the serving of non-alcoholic drinks.

In concluding this report, I regret that it is not possible for me to discuss the number of social welfare and community improvement matters of far-reaching importance that are handled by the N.C.W. I would, however, like to say that the year 1962 is the Diamond Jubilee of the National Council and promises to be more than usually a full and interesting one.

Q. ALBERTO (Howell), Delegate.

CLUBROOM CIRCLE, 1961 REPORT It is with pleasure that I report the activities of the Clubrooni Circle of the Methodist Ladies' College Old Collegians' Club.

The annual meeting was held on 29th March, 1961, at the home of Mrs. G. Sutherland, 21 members being present. Mrs. W. L. Russell was hostess for the afternoon held on 31st May, and she lent her home on 24th July, when Mrs. P. Leslie and Miss E. Beaty were joint hostesses for a very pleasant gathering. On 25th October Mrs. C. S. Elliot gave a very enjoyable afternoon in her home at Croydon.

A very happy function was the Christmas Dinner Party; held at the Majestic Private Hotel, St. Kilda, when an excellent dinner was provided, followed by an informal evening in the lounge of Mrs. Blackburn's suite. Miss Grace Mary MacKinnon, one of the members, gave an interesting talk —"Twenty-five Years in Wool"—as the Australian Wool Board, of which she is secretary, had just completed its first quarter century. In response to a request, she told of her visit to Canberra last year in the company of Mrs. H. Jack (Peggy Sprague) to receive her decoration, the Order of the British Empire, from the Governor-General.

Much of the pleasure of the very successful function was due to the help of Mrs. Blackburn, who gave the members the use of her beautifully

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decorated lounge, provided a delectable supper and made the dinner arrangements.

The Clubroom Circle gave the sum of five pounds to Tally Ho Boys' Village and the usual donation for a prize to a student in Home Science.

As members wished to have a memorial in the chapel to the late Mrs. Lucy Kilvington, they agreed to Dr. Wood's suggestion that a commemorative plaque be placed under the window, donated by Mrs. Kilvington, in memory of her father.

The sympathy of the members is extended to those who have suffered bereavement during the year.

The office-bearers, Mrs. W. L. Russell and Mrs. Grieve, President and Treasurer, join me in wishing the members of the Old Collegians' Circle a happy and successful year during 1962.

GRACE HALES (Hon. Secretary), NEW HONORARY

SECRETARY

It was widi great pleasure that I accepted the position of convener of the Princess Fusipala Tupou Memorial Appeal. In a little over eight months wc have raised the sum of £153 toward the cost of a stained glass window in Fitchett Chapel.

Included among the functions was a gathering of Old Collegians on 14th February, at the home of Mrs. Richards (Gwen Edwards), at Brighton, with "open house" from 10 a.m. onwards—many had not met since 1928. As a result the sum of £24 was donated to the appeal.

On Tuesday, 20th February, a luncheon party was held at the home of Elsie Scholes in Geelong, when 28 Old Collegians were present, some from the Melbourne club, and some the Geelong branch.

Tongan souvenirs were sold at a market table, and as a result, the sum of £30 was added to the appeal.

On Sunday, 29th April, Dr. W o o d conducted an impressive dedication service in Fitchett Chapel of a memorial window to Princess Fusipala. She was a half-sister to Queen Salote, and a pupil at M.L.C. during 1927 and 1928, and died at the age of 20 years.

The flowers in the chapel were in red and white, the Tongan colours, and the singing of 12 Tongan girls and also the M.L.C. choir, conducted by Miss Ruth Flockart, gave a fitting atmosphere to the service. The president of the Old Collegians' Club, and a fellow pupil of Fusi, Miss Dorothea Cerutty, read the lesson.

Many Old Collegians were present, some travelling long distances, and it was a wonderful tribute to one who has departed this life so many years, and yet whose presence, through Dr. Wood's excellent address, appeared so vividly before us throughout the whole service.

A tape recording of this service has since been sent to Queen Salote..

W e sincerely thank all those who have helped so generously to make this memorial possible.

Any Old Collegian who wishes to contribute to the Princess Fusipala Memorial fund may still do so by sending their donation to the Convener, Miss Elsie Scholes, 79 The Esplanade, Drumcondra, Geelong.

E. SCHOLES

! ( Miss Joan Walter.

DECEMBER MAGAZINE There will be a December issue of "The Old Collegian" this year. A complete list of all annual and life members will be included.

(Convener).

SUBSCRIPTIONS City Members—30/-

yearly.

| Country—£1 yearly. { Schoolgirl—£1 yearly. | Life Membership—£12 (or £3 paid over j I three years). { ! Subscriptions to: Mrs. J. Tapner, 12 Black | | Street, Mont Albert (89 5884). j

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LUCY KILVINGTON MEMORIAL TUCKSHOP APPEAL

ensuring that the evening is a success. Tickets for this show which will be 10/- each can be obtained from the committee members listed below.

The new tuck shop was officially opened on 4th April by Mr. R. W. Nevile. The applause of the school girls left nothing to be desired so far as appreciation was concerned. After the opening, Dr. and Mrs. W o o d invited Mr. Nevile, the architect, Mr. Armstrong, representatives of the Mothers' Auxiliary, and Mesdames Russell, Lansbury and Hutton, as representatives of the Old Collegians' Club, to be present at morning tea.

If you have not yet obtained your 1 / - brick, would you contact any of the committee for a supply? Perhaps you could help in this way by seeing that all your friends have made their contributions.

The Council of the Old Collegians' Club requested that the new tuck shop be named after the founder of the Club. As the school has graciously granted this request, the Club has now the task and proud duty to support this appeal to its utmost in helping defray costs of the building.

There will be a function to raise money for this appeal on Monday, 27th August, at the Methodist Youth Centre, corner of Burke and Mont Albert Roads, Balwyn, with a revue "Confetti", presented by the Tin Pan Alley Players.

This group, under the direction of Keith Macartney, has kindly offered to do this for us, and we are asking you to show your appreciation by

Here is your committee:— Mrs. Leonard P. Smith, 41 Aroona Road, North Caulfield (53 8625). (Mrs. Smith will arrange theatre or picture nights for groups of 20 or more.)

Mrs. C. F: Lansbury, 6 Munro Avenue, Ashburton (25 1657). (Mrs. Lansbury will assist with information on the running of coffee mornings.)

Mrs. C. A. Gordon, 404 Barker's Road, Hawthorn (80 4044).

Mrs. W . L. Russell, 1495 High Street, Glen Iris (25 5284).

Mrs. C. Farrar Hutton, 37 Madeline Street, Burwood (29 2622).

E. HUTTON (Convener).

MAGAZINE NEWS W A N T E D

THANK Y O U

Please forward any news to:— Mrs. G. Bull, 37 Maude Street, Box Hill North (88 1454); Mrs. F. Cornell, 46 New Street, Brighton (92 3605); Miss Anne Walton, 10 Coolgardie Avenue, East Malvern (211 3433).

Miss Margot Cant, 25 Bulleen Road, North Balwyn (WL 3943).

The Editress would like to thank "from the bottom of her heart" all those who kept her supplied with the many varied bits of news for the magazine, and especially the Executive members of Council for their never-failing encouragement and support. To her committee, Mrs. F. Cornell, Anne Walton and Margot Cant, her very grateful thanks. A special thank you also to Margaret Lansbury and Mrs. Murray John (Edith Alexandra).

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THE OLD ( )LLEGIAN GLENDONALD AUXILIARY It is with pleasure that I present to you a report of the activities of the M.L.C. Old Collegians auxiliary for the Glendonald School for Deaf Children.

Through the support and enthusiasm of a hardworking committee and with the help of many Old Collegians and members of Council, we have been able to buy two pieces of costly equipment for the school.

An audiometer, bought at a cost of £ 6 5 7 / 9 / - , has been in use now for nearly 12 months. This audiometer gives Glendonald a clinical instrument which is of great importance in evaluating hearing tosses in all types of clinical cases referred to the centre. Doctors at the school are now able to tell not only H O W deaf a child is, but WHY he is deaf.

W e also purchased a television set at a cost of £89 for use at the hostel for the boarders there.

Money raising functions since our last report have been a jumble sale held at St. Matthias' Hall, Church Street, Richmond, on 27th July, at which we made £52. W e were most grateful for the wonderful response to our appeal for "goods" to stock the sale from Old Collegians as well as Glendonald parents.

On Wednesday, 25th October, Mrs. John Danks opened her home for a luncheon to aid Glendonald. An enjoyable luncheon of Peruvian dishes was served by auxiliary members after which the Consul for Peru, Mrs. N. D. Parkinson, gave a most interesting talk on life in Peru. The amount of £30 was raised.

Many Old Collegians enjoyed the new musical "Oliver" at a theatre night on 29th November.

The sum of £ 1 1 / 5 / - was added to our appeal.

A luncheon was held in the home of Mrs. Max Muir on 6th March, 1962, with an attractive Guatemalan luncheon served by the auxiliary members. Mrs. L. Graber gave a most interesting talk on Guatemala which was illustrated with a display of handicrafts from Guatemala.

I would like to thank my auxiliary for their wonderful help through the year. To Mrs. John Danks, Mrs. A. K. Horman, Mrs. Brian Hall, Mrs. L. Arnold, Mrs. L. Andrew, Miss Mavis Sanders, Mrs. John Young and Mrs. Don Burns, my very grateful thanks.

JOAN DEANE (Turner), Convener.

OLD COLLEGIANS "GLENDONALD" FUND Statement of Receipts and Expenditure — Period to 31st December, 1961 Receipts: Donations Proceeds o f — Luncheons Morning Coffee Parties Hat Parade Ball (net) Film Evening, "Mandy" Theatre Night, "Oliver" Bazaar Musical Evenings £55 Less Expenses — Flowers and Piano Tuning 4 Jumble Sale . . . .

Less Expenses -—• Hire of Stands, Hall and Advertising

£59 ..

..

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12

0

6

6

63 18

5

11 19

2

Interest Received Less Expenditure— Petty Cash, Postage, Exchange, etc. .

Printing and Duplicating Purchase of Television Set . . . . .

Donations to "Glendonald" for Purchase of Audiometer

£4 12

7

10 12

2

89

0

1

657

9

0

Cash on Hand and at Bank carried forward Comprising— Petty Cash Balance . . .

Balance at the A.N.Z. Bank Ltd., Hartwell

1

0

64 1 18 10 7 11 237 10 252 19 II 5 21 11

9 6 0 4 2 0 0

51

5

6

51 19 2 2

3 0

£777 16

6

£761 13 10 £16

2

8

0 5 8 15 17

0

£16

8

2

Audited and found correct according to information available to me.

K. O. Wilks, B.Com., Registered Auditor of Companies.

OBITUARY As this magazine was going to press we learnt of the death of Mrs. W. J. Grove, wife of the late Rev. Dr. Grove, Principal of M.L.C. from 1929 to 1939.

In that time Mrs. Grove endeared herself to both students and teachers alike in her wise and understanding guidance, her ready friendship, and quiet tolerance.

Old Collegians will regret her passing, for she was one of the few Honorary Life Members of the Old Collegians' Club which remembered with gratitude her work in the Club and her regard for the College's "old girls".

T o her family the club extends its sincerest sympathy.

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HISTORICAL COLLECTION The following include some of the generous gifts of school souvenirs, prizes and awards which have been presented in the past year to the Archives collection.

Lady Members of the College Staff, 1902. (From an early prospectus, 1881-1903).

Back Row— Miss Wilson, Miss Oldham, Miss Johnson, Miss Tannock, Miss Fraser, Miss Graham. Centre Row —Miss White, Mrs. Tiddeman, Miss Fitchett, Miss Walton, Miss Tulloh. Front Row—Miss Trevan, Miss Friend.

First M.L.C. hatband—presented by Mrs. A. Kershaw (Francie Thompson) and Miss Vera Sollas.

ARCHIVES

School Badge, 1882—presented by Mrs. Warren (Annie Lang).

It is a great pleasure to present the first report of your Archives Committee.

Mr. Williamson's Prize for Deportment, 1910— presented by Mrs. Bevan (Doris Reed).

The first Star, 1898—gift of Mrs. John Williams (Ethel Laycock).

Personal badge of Mrs. Basil Kilvington.

Programmes for staff and students' "At Home", 1903, 1904, 1905.

Earliest photograph of the M.L.C. building—presented by Mrs. F. Cornell (Edna Pryor).

Early photo of M.L.C. girls—presented by Miss Cochrane.

Basketball, baseball and tennis pockets, prefect's badge, form captain's badge and gym award badges—presented by Miss Dorothy Kerr, 19151919.

Some of the early prizes presented at the College in its first year, 1882-1884.

Tennis, swimming, sports badges and form captain's badge—presented by Mrs. Fred Cornell (Edna Pryor), 1911-1922.

Book presented to Miss Fitchett by the boarders in 1892.

Prize awarded to Mrs. Alan Heath (Clarice Bradshaw) for the school song, "The College Badge".

Personal badge belonging to Mrs. L. Russell (Ida Skelton) in 1904.

The Council requested the formation of such a committee in July, 1960, and it is encouraging to be able to report that it has received wonderful support from the members of the Club.

In connection with the need for contacts a very successful function was held on 23rd September, when some of the earliest scholars attended.

Among those present were Mrs. Conrad Hiller (Muriel Davies), Mrs. Alan Heath (Clarice Bradshaw), Mrs. J. Bartram (Dora Lavers), Mrs. W. H. Fitchett (Elsie Boston), Mrs. J. Williams (Ethel Laycock), Mrs. F. T. Cleverdon (Irene McMeekin,) Mrs. C. O. Lelean (Connie Howell), Miss Rose Little, Miss Florence Carnegie, Miss Maud Philp, Miss Doris Herring, Miss Winifred Rashleigh, Miss Alba Zacutti, Miss Eloisa Zacutti, Miss Vera Sollas.

W e are indebted to the executive members of Council for their co-operation and help in making this function such a great success.

W e were all very thrilled by Mr. Walter's gift of a beautiful display cabinet now filled witii some of the mementoes of the past. These can be seen in the foyer at the main entrance.

As a committee we say "thank you most sincerely" to all those who have in any degree contributed to our collection, and like Oliver Twist "I am asking for more, please".

EDNA L. CORNELL (Pryor), Convener.

THE OLD ( )LLEGIAN RE-UNIONS Form XX On Saturday, 19th August, 1961, Form XX of the year 1920 held their second re-union. They met at the Kalorama Chalet, the home of Mrs. Lloyd (Lorna Hurrell). Seventeen of the 26 were present. They were:—Mesdames Knox (Mavis Alexander), Whitcross (Edith Roynane), Barber (Doreen Allen), Mullins (Daphne Sampson), Giles (Madge Law), Gunn (May Staveley), Pederick (Phyllis Pederick), Hansen (Phyllis Harrison), Benjamin (Vera Mills), McLean (Marion Gough), Lloyd (Lorna Hurrell), Keys (Ailsa Phillips), Mills (Jean McRae), Cumberland (Marion Mitchell), Bradshaw (Win Wright); and Misses Enid Wadeson and Mill Rogers.

These unable to be present were:—Mesdames Langford (Una Wilson), Storrie (Ivy Jones), Austin (Ethel Coney), Thomas (Nell Peverill), Cooman (Mabel Finnie), Atkinson (Joyce Connell), Rogers (Lois Leslie); Evelyn Smith and Elaine Thomas.

Their Form Mistress, Miss Dahle, regretted that she was unable to attend.

Since our first re-union we were able to contact both Jean Mills (McRae), who comes from Dooen, near Horsham, and Marion Cumberland (Mitchell) — w e were very pleased to have them with us.

Elaine Thomas lives in Johannesburg and Ailsa Keys received a very nice letter from her in which she wrote about her experiences in South Africa.

Lorna Lloyd is moving to Rose Bay, Sydney, so we were fortunate in being able to have the use of her lovely home in the Dandenongs.

W e decided to meet again in 1962 at the College—date to be arranged with Dr. Wood.

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nett (McCutcheon), Margaret Woodbridge (Rothwell), Phyllis Hansen (Harrison), Ailsa Keys (Phillips), Betty Muirden (Uren), Una Langford (Wilson), Edna Reed (Pearce) and the former Rena Quayle and Nina Warne.

Nettie Parker would be happy to welcome Old Collegians interested to her home, 24 Wordsworth Street, Clayton, on Wednesday, 29th August, when the next re-union will take place.

FRIENDS A group of Old Collegians who have a "get together" twice a year met recently at the home of Bertha Radford in May. They included Mrs. Peter Winter (Vera Brehaut), Mrs. Ken Hall (Alice Towler), Mrs. Norman Alley (Joan Western), Mrs. Fred Cornell (Edna Pryor) and Miss Phyllis Waitt.

ESSENDON "CELL" On Monday, 2nd April, a happy evening party was held at the home of Dianne Hill in Pascoe Vale. A group of Old Collegians resident in the district met to talk over old memories, to renew old friendships and to make new ones.

AT SEAFORD

After a social time of gossip, of music played

by Diana Weekes, and of songs by Lynette Peters, the business part of the evening began. A "cell" was formed, its members aiming, each according to the avenues open to her to hold some sort of function, large or small, to raise money for the Old Collegians. At the end of six months, at a party to be held at the home of Mrs. Beech (Olive Major), these friends will bring their contributions and make an anonymous donation to central funds and appeals. The first of these functions was a picture night to "El Cid", and others will follow during the winter.

A delightful luncheon and afternoon tea party was given by Dillys Stanfield (Warne) at her charming home on Pt. Nepean Road, Seaford, on 21st March. Seventeen Old Collegians enjoyed this seaside natter—plus a swim for some brave souls. Guests included Winnie Bradshaw (Wright), Dorothy Chegwin (Mann), Nettie Parker (Davidson), Jean Chambers (Davison), Elva Landy (Ashton), Nance Prentice (Ashworth), Mavis Hart-

Old Collegians present at the meeting were:— Mrs. Beech (Olive Major), Mrs. Brenner (Dorothy Jenkins), Elaine Beech, Dorothy Bugg, Dorothea Cerutty, Joy Webb, Valda Herand, Pam Brown, Anne Carrick, Mrs. Dalley (Audrey Thome), Elizabeth Dalley, Jennifer Dugay, Dianne Hill, Maralyn Jacket, Diane Kerr, Elizabeth Leggo, Jennifer Mills, Dianne Morrison, Helen O'Neill, Lynette Peters, Judy Richards, Eugenie Tuck.

25/4/1908.

Dear Wynnie, This ocean mail bag is a wonderful business. Every morning Elsie puts two letters on my plate, to die envy of the whole table. One is always from1 a College girl, and this morning the letter was yours. Thank you for it, dear Wynnie. It was just like yourself, loving and clever and good, and it gave me the greatest pleasure.

I wish you could have been with us yesterday at Suva. How you would have enjoyed it all—the flowers, the cocoa trees, the dark-faced Fijians, the Indian women with their silver nose rings, the dear little babies. Elsie took such photographs of them —the Christian converts who sang with their deep bass voices hymns to us on the pier.

I will tell you all about it some day.

I intended to send a picture postcard to every girl, but could not get them in Suva.

I shall try again in Honolulu. Today we are in the western hemisphere and have two Tuesdays in one week. You see what strange things happen to us when we travel.

ADA FITCHETT. This letter written to Winifred Fletcher is now in our Archives.

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O.C.C. Branch Neu/s GEELONG The year of 1961 has been a happy and interesting one under the leadership of Mrs. J. Barber (Constance Williams). Monthly meetings were held in the homes of various members and our average attendance was 22, our total membership being 47.

Our syllabus included visits to Coomb Down Galleries, Highton; also to Brintons Carpets at Breakwater; Demonstrations on savoury dishes, hair styling and Christmas decorations; talks on photography and India. Our year concluded with a social afternoon when we entertained guests from our kindred organisations in Geelong and the Melbourne club.

Our new members during the year were Mrs. Gaylard (Norma Riches), Mrs. Forsyth (Bonnie Mason), Mrs. Falkinder (Eunice Nelms).

At our final meeting we said goodbye to Mrs. Anagnostu (Barbara Hoskins), who is to make her home in Melbourne.

New office-bearers for 1962 include:—President, Mrs. Foster (Dorothy Morris); Vice-President, Mrs. Farnworth (Enid Brown); Secretary, Mrs. Stinton (Gwen Wallis); Asst. Secretary, Mrs. Herd (Dorothy Woodinason); Treasurer, Mrs. Watson (Nan Smith).

Congratulations go to:—Mr. and Mrs. E. K. McEwan (Marion Hiscox)—a daughter (Heather Kay), born on 11th December, 1961; Mr. and Mrs. Ward (Elaine Jeffery)—a son; Mr. and Mrs. Callender (Alison Keith)—by adoption—a son.

ROMA BALAAM (Hon. Secretary).

ADELAIDE W e have 17 members who attend our gatherings. On 27th May we held our Annual Meeting at "Ernest's" Weir Restaurant, when the election of officers took place. Those elected were:—President, Mrs. Field; Secretary, Mrs. Rooney; and Treasurer, Mrs. Hocking.

On 28th July Mrs. Hocking was hostess at her home for morning tea, when 10 members were able to farewell Mrs. Roden (Yvonne Robinson), whose husband had been transferred to Orange, N.S.W. Mrs. Field m i d e a presentation.

Mrs. Stephenson's sister, Mrs. Tiddy (Hazel Longmire), passed away recently.

In September, several of our members attended a Repertory production. In November we had lunch at Elder Park when three members brought their children along. In October, Mrs. Reece sustained the loss of her husband whom she had nursed for three years. On 2nd April, 12 members and four children met at the Botanical Gardens to wish Mrs, Reece "bon voyage" before she sailed on 7th April to England for six months' visit to see her son. W e wish especially to congratulate Sister Lenas Wells on her recent successful examinations. Sister Wells is nursing at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital at Woodville, S.A.

Members include: Mrs. C. M. Field (Adelaide Crane), Mrs. L. D. Rooney (Gertrude Nicholson), Mrs. M. Hocking (Bettie Prior), Mrs. J. Dunn (Estille Gardiner), Mrs. H. Stephenson (Miriam Longmire), Miss B. Jackson, Mrs. E. Reece (Rita Davidson), Mrs. W . Cockrell (Bessie Crowle Stanyer), Mrs. Rossister (Olive Davies), Mrs. M. Loveday (Alberta Lauer,) Mrs. Haddow (Mao Scholz), Mrs. C. Packer (Golda Cocks), Mrs. H. Buchan (Barbara Astridge), Mrs. Canty (Marian Stevens), Mrs. L. D. Wells (Linda Holtham), Miss Lenas Wells, Mrs. Davis (Mary Wright).

HOBART Hobart Branch members are happy to send greetings once again to Dr. Wood, Staff, Old Collegians and girls of the School.

Our dinner was a very happy occasion as usual, organised by our Vice-President, Mrs. R. P. English (Marie Panitzki) and the Secretary. W e were pleased to have our President, Mrs. I. Cerutty (Isobel Schultze) with us after her illness.

It gives us great pleasure to be remembered on the occasion of our reunion dinner, and we do thank the Secretary of the parent club in Melbourne as well as Mrs. C. Bull, our founder and first president, and Mrs. J. Worrall, a former president, for the telegrams they sent us.

Hobart Branch members were happy to share in the Princess Fusipala and Lucy Kilvington appeals, so that, even though we are far away we retain our links with the old School. W e were delighted that one of our members, Mrs. L. D. Orchard, was able to be present at the reunion at M.L.C. on Dr. Wood's birthday.

Mrs. I. Cerutty is at present in Sydney renewing friendships with Old Collegians there. Jean Crittenden, Matron of the Repatriation Hospital, at Hobart, is at present touring England, the Continent and America. Mrs. Hartley Wilson (Mollie Ball) is on a trip abroad with her husband.

Lillian Powell, Secretary of the Branch, hopes to visit Adelaide and Melbourne in September. Mrs. Medhurst (Joyce Weatherston) is abroad, and hopes to return in October. Hobart Branch welcomed two new members recently—Mrs. Diana Slater (Short), of Huon, and Mrs. W . K. Sutton (Maxwell), of Taroona.

Membership Mesdames Cerutty (Isobel Schultze), Orchard (Gwynneth Day), Pearce (Gladys Philp), Anderson (Marjorie Cocks), Medhurst (Joyce Weatherston), Le Feure (Ivy Barker), Hartley Wilson (MoUie Ball), English (Marie Panitzki), Smith (Marjorie Cook), Tremayne (Joan Kemp), Saltmarsh (Ariel Keen), Goodwin (Janet Huntington), Fisher (Ethel McMath), Slater (Diana Short); Misses Lilian Williams, Jean Crittenden, Lillian Powell.

LILLIAN POWELL, Secretary.

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Personal CONGRATULATIONS The Club extends its congratulations to the following Old Collegians.

Mrs. J. Williams (Dorothy Holding), who was awarded an M.B.E. in the Queen's Birthday Honours List. Mrs. Williams has been a director of the Melbourne Y.W.C.A. since 1953 and President for the past six years, and has also worked closely for International House.

Lady Colville (Hattie Tatchell), whose husband received the honour of Knight Bachelor in the Queen's Birthday Honours. Sir Henry is President of the Australian Medical Association.

Mrs. Doug Barelli (Linnell Wood), who, as Mayoress of Nunawading, has had a particularly busy year.

Mrs. Clive Holding (Margaret Sheer) has the distinction of being the wife of the youngest member of the Victorian Parliament ever to be elected to the Richmond constituency.

Val O'Connor has won the Florence Nightingale nursing scholarship from Epworth Hospital.

Jean Harris, Headmistress of M.L.C., Adelaide, who was awarded an O.B.E. in the Queen's Birthday Honours.

ILLNESS

A newly instituted Red Cross honour, the Distinguished Service Award has gone to two Old Collegians—Mrs. Semmens of Mt. Eliza and Miss Alba Zacutti, Honorary Secretary of the Kew Branch for the past 20 years.

The following Old Collegians have been on the sick list and are now reported to be well again.

They are:—Mrs. Tom W o o d (Gertrude Osborn), Mrs. McCoy (Ann Dufty) and Mrs. Tozer (Alice Thompson).

Dr. Una Porter (Cato), who is senior psychiatrist at the Queen Victoria Hospital, has offered £100,000 to the University of Melbourne to endow, with her brother, Mr. Alec Cato, a chair of psychiatry. Dr. Porter is President of the World Y.W.C.A. group of consultants on world refugees, and Vice-President of the South Pacific area of the "Y".

Judith Richards is anxious to contact any Old Collegians contemplating an overseas trip to England early 1963, and would like a companion.

Her address is 307 Keilor Road, North Essendon (phone FX 2574).

Miss Victoria Krome retired in May as headmistress of "The Hermitage" after 20 years, where she earned both the love and respect of many hundreds of pupils. The school magazine, "Coo-ee", paid her a fine tribute when it spoke of "her love of girls, her deep and human understanding of their needs . . . and that she had always sought to build the life of the school on true religious ideals". Miss Krome, who is the daughter of the late Mr. Otto Krome, headmaster of M.L.C. from 1906-1917, was on the staff of M.L.C. for 11 years following her University career. Later still she became headmistress of the Ballarat Church of England Girls' Grammar School.

Peggy Glanville Hicks, who is now an American citizen, wrote the opera "Nausicaa" presented in August and September at the Athens festival to packed houses, and scored one of the successes of the festival. An interested spectator was Melbourne music critic and composer, Dorianne L e Gallienne, whose mother was a former Dux of M.L.C. Mrs. Whitney King (Ethleen O'Dwyer), former President of the National Council of Women, is now a member of the newly appointed Youth Parole Board for Boys and Girls. Mrs. King, who is also a member of the Legal Women's Association, has already been a member of the Child Welfare Advisory Council, and her new job will be mainly associated with delinquent girls aged between 14 and 21.

June Dawkins, who has adopted the stage name of Julia Malyon, this year has had the thrill of singing both at Covent Garden and at Stratfordon-Avon.

CAN YOU HELP?

Mrs. Parkinson (Phyllis Moore), who was at school in 1926-33, and friend of Barbara Titmus, has returned home from England, and is anxious to meet any school friend she knew then, or to hear news of Barbara Titmus. Anyone who can help could contact the O.C.C. President, Miss Dorothea Cerutty, at the College.

NURSING Judith Miller is now working at the Alfred Hospital following a working holiday in New Zealand.

Clare Thomas has graduated as a Nursing Sister from the Royal Melbourne School of Nursing. Clare did a couple of months as Staff Nurse at the hospital.

Noel Tandy graduated from Prince Henry's Hospital at the end of May. After a short holiday she plans to do private nursing and midwifery.

Anne Ditterich has begun nursing at the Royal Children's Hospital. Margaret Johnstone has passed her finals after training at Prince Henry's Hospital. Margaret Langstreth finished her training at Epworth where she is now back on the staff.

Heather Williamson is training as a nurse at Hamilton Base Hospital. Heather was a student in 1958-60. Wendy Angus, Roslyn Jennings and Judith Jones graduated recently from the Alfred Hospital.

GRADUATION The following Old Collegians graduated from Melbourne University this year:—Pauline Learner (B.A.), Suzanne Connor (B.Com.), Margaret Channon (B.Com.), Margaret Lansbury (B.Com.), Elaine Walsh (B.Com.), Joan Weetman (B.Com.).

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"Some of Us Have U/andered F a r ' NATURE'S AMERICA (Extract from a letter to the Editress from Mrs. Colin Findlay (Diane Humphrey).)

Our streamlined American bus was speeding through a pine plantation and w e had just been informed that the south rim of the Grand Canyon was only one mile away. W e had detoured three hundred miles to see the Canyon because the north rim had been snowbound at that time of year. H o w , I asked myself, could we b e so near the south rim when w e were still in a plantation of towering pine trees?

Then, with a screech of brakes, the bus stopped and I almost lurched into the next seat. W e really were there: for at my feet lay the greatest expanse of erosion kown to exist on land—the Grand Canyon itself. The north rim was fourteen miles across from where w e stood. The Colorado River was halfway between both rims, out of sight, carving its way deeper and deeper into the earth and carrying away with it nearly half a million tons of silt every twenty-four hours from a huge cavity estimated to b e some nine million years old.

Between the northern and southern rims were plateaux and valleys, minor canyons, scrags, sheer falls of thousands of feet and colour—-exotic browns, greys, reds, bronzes, yellows and green pin dots which w e later learned were trees. Then, as we watched, the setting sun drew more colour from the rocks and the soil and the sand—I held my breath and thought—this is nature, nature which has created something even man cannot destroy; for down there man is infinitesimal and of less importance than a grain of sand on a piece of jagged windswept rock.

Next day we decided to b e energetic and to climb down into the Canyon—it was ten miles walking distance to the Colorado River. One and a half hours later w e had gone four miles and descended 2000 feet and were exhausted. I looked up and up, and bent my neck to see the top. W e were encased in between two sheer rock walls; the edges of one were flat and smooth, windswept and full of colour of various rock components; the edges of the other were jagged and corrugated from years of the friction of the whistling winds. W e turned back and started the climb up. It took us three hours.

T w o days later w e were inside Yosemite National Park and enraptured with the green foliage of the magnificent trees, the huge grey slate rocks and waterfalls which seemed to come into view at every bend in the road. W e stayed the night in a little log cabin underneath the pine trees. At midnight w e were disturbed by a huge black bear looking for his supper and just eight feet away from us. . . .

After a brief rest w e were once again on our way, ready to face once more the ten-laned highways and speedways; the miles of statistics; the hamburgers and dehydrated foods; the slot vend-

ing machines; the white and pink skyscrapers; and the overwhelming hospitality of the American people towards us wherever w e went.

SWEDEN (Extract from a letter to the Editress from Mrs. Ellison (Mary Hanna) who has made her home in Sweden.)

W e live in Norrkoping where I at once felt at home due to the kindness and hospitality of relatives and friends. Norrkoping is nearly 100 miles south of Stockholm.

Our climate perhaps is the most striking difference to that of Melbourne—one really marks the four seasons. Winter is the hardest to accept at first, lasting four to five months with, at the most, six hours of daylight. It is however, a wonderful sight with all the glittering snow on fir and birch forests, surrounding the town where one can go ski-ing, sleighing, etc. Our homes are really built to endure the winter, having double windows, often treble, and of course, equipped with central heating which is compulsory from 15th November to 15th May. During the short summer months there is an absolute migration of families from all cities and towns to summer houses, cottages, shacks situated in the woods or by the coast or lakes. Most popular amongst resorts are those on the west coast and the archipelago of the Baltic Sea. T o give an idea of the possibilities offered it might be added there are something like 96,000 lakes in Sweden.

All school children are on holiday from early June till early September. School begins at the age of 7 and is compulsory to the age of 16.

The standard is high, the student matriculation being taken at 19 to 20 years, equivalent to our leaving honours. Being a small nation, importance is laid on learning languages, English being the first at the age of 10, then followed by German and French.

IN EUROPE Extracts from letters to Margaret Lansbury from Pam Bovvyer and Catherine Lee. W e drove around the lovely town of Heidelberg which, by the way, was not bombed at all, and walked up thousands of steps to see the oldest castle. . . . It's not a terribly big city, but set in a valley with some of the surrounding hillside used for houses and buildings.

W e went to the fair at Stuttgart where w e saw Russian agricultural machinery, clothes, pottery, furniture, cars, etc.—all poor in comparison with Australia. Cars expensive and old-fashioned, but the best manufactured and produced items are for export only.

From Westendorf we drove to Vienna in two days. Very cold in Vienna, spent the first afternoon looking through famous churches, museums

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THE OLD ( )LLEGIAN and houses of parliament, also the university. The next day we walked around the ring, one of the most magnificent boulevards in the world, and then to the "Coney Island" of Vienna. This is Europe's largest permanent fun fair, and it also has the biggest ferris wheel. It was huge. Stood outside the State Opera House and waited for three hours for standing room tickets to see a French Ballet Company dance "The Sleeping Beauty". The walls of the enormous Opera House were of white and gold and the furnishings in red. The chandelier was enormous and we have never seen so many lifts.

CANADA'S OUTBACK Extract from a letter sent to the Editress from Margaret Owen.

After my year in Sandy Bay I spent five months in Europe, recovering, then in January came to work here. Gunnar is a uranium mine, 500 miles north-east from Edmonton, Alberta, but on the whole a less interesting place, and less interesting work though not as arduous as my last position.

The government of Saskatchewan maintains four outpost hospitals in the province, serving the population of the north, Indians, mixed blood, and white people, in inaccessible areas.

I spent a year as public health nurse-midwife in Sandy Bay, a village of over 500 people. The hospital had three beds and three cots, and was well equipped with modern conveniences, an Xray machine, facilities for simple laboratory work, a multitude of drugs and dressings. I had a boat with outboard motor which enabled me to visit a nearby white community, four miles away on the opposite bank of the Churchill River, at regular intervals in summer.

Our staff consisted of a caretaker, a housekeeper, and myself. W e were on call seven days a week, 24 hours a day, and our work was full of variety. Delivering a baby, removing a fish hook, immunizing against tuberculosis, smallpox, polio, tetanus, diphtheria and whooping cough, routine chest X-rays, school and home visits, could occupy a day. When major emergenices arose we chartered a plane from Flin Flon, 58 air miles distant, weather permitting, and evacuated our patients to the large hospital there.

Our planes landed on the river—on skis in winter, and on floats in summer so for two or three weeks in fall, at "freeze-up" and about five weeks in spring, at "break-up", we were almost completely isolated. At all times of the year we were liable to be cut off for two or three days at a time, by rain storms or blizzards, and I spent many anxious hours studying my medical manual.

The Indians in this village followed various occupations, some worked for a power company, some fished and trapped. It was interesting to watch the women at work, tanning moose hide for moccasins, stretching the beaver, mink, lynx and musk rat hides, ready to sell, or trade for food, or liquor. All belonged to the Roman Catholic Church, but still were very superstitious, for all their sophistication, encompassing washing machines, new cars, and love of cowboy movies, hadn't subdued ancient fears of ghosts and evil spirits.

EAST BERLIN (Extract from a letter from Alison Dunn about her stay in Vienna, and of the effects of the Brandenburg Gate dividing East and West Berlin.)

As we crossed through the Brandenburg Gate, so entering Communist country we felt a little anxious at so many people staring at us. It was absurd how easy it was for us; the East Germans only checked our passports and car. Travelling along the deserted streets of East Berlin we were shocked to see an army of Russian soldiers, armoured cars and tanks heading for the barrier areas, and as we reached one border post were terrified to find it was carefully guarded by tanks, troops and more armoured cars.

Throughout East Germany were red background signs with white printing, which propaganda translated, read "Forwards to the cause of socialism, freedom will take the place of war, get rid of war, brotherly greetings to all our friends in Cuba". It's just like a prison h e r e young men riding motor bikes stopped and questioned by Russians—how could anyone have peace in such a country? Rations allowed included 2 lb. potatoes each week, J lb. butter per week—one small tin of pineapple costs 12/-, stockings £2.

Quota system for most goods; for example, only a certain amount of products, even sausages, can be sold from a shop per week.

A young couple buying a house have first of all to belong to a building society perhaps for six years, pay so much weekly and then be prepared to work so many 1000 hours in the building. You then get your three rooms after which you pay monthly rent.

One afternoon we were taken to afternoon tea in the best cafe in Dresden, and although it could have been a cafe anywhere in the world from appearance sake, one thing was marked—the silence. There just was not the noise of chattering people though it was packed enough.

Never have we realised before how fortunate we are, and what freedom means. Although these people live such shocking lives they really could not do enough for us, we who have everything— their kindness really comes from their hearts, they expected no thanks whatsoever. W e were asked if we would write and tell our parents that even in Communist countries you can find warm hospitality. To live here you really have to have a will to live to overcome the hopeless feeling of defeat.

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Though some of us have wandered far, | Since College days were done, Though some of us are doubtless in Most places 'neath the sun, | One pathway to our hearts is sure, One light forever gleams, The green and gold of that dear school, i W e only see in dreams.

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"Some of L/s Have NATURE'S AMERICA (Extract from a letter to the Editress from Mrs. Colin Findlay (Diane Humphrey).)

Our streamlined American bus was speeding through a pine plantation and we had just been informed that the south rim of the Grand Canyon was only one mile away. W e had detoured three hundred miles to see the Canyon because the north rim had been snowbound at that time of year. How, I asked myself, could we be so near the south rim when we were still in a plantation of towering pine trees?

Then, with a screech of brakes, the bus stopped and I almost lurched into the next seat. W e really were there: for at my feet lay the greatest expanse of erosion kown to exist on land—the Grand Canyon itself. The north rim was fourteen miles across from where we stood. The Colorado River was halfway between both rims, out of sight, carving its way deeper and deeper into the earth and carrying away with it nearly half a million tons of silt every twenty-four hours from a huge cavity estimated to be some nine million years old.

Between the northern and southern rims were plateaux and valleys, minor canyons, scrags, sheer falls of thousands of feet and colour—exotic browns, greys, reds, bronzes, yellows and green pin dots which we later learned were trees. Then, as we watched, the setting sun drew more colour from the rocks and the soil and the sand—I held my breath and thought—this is nature, nature which has created something even man cannot destroy; for down there man is infinitesimal and of less importance than a grain of sand on a piece of jagged windswept rock.

Next day we decided to be energetic and to climb down into the Canyon—it was ten miles walking distance to the Colorado River. One and a half hours later we had gone four miles and descended 2000 feet and were exhausted. I looked up and up, and bent my neck to see the top. W e were encased in between two sheer rock walls; the edges of one were flat and smooth, windswept and full of colour of various rock components; the edges of the other were jagged and corrugated from years of the friction of the whistling winds. W e turned back and started the climb up. It took us three hours.

Two days later we were inside Yosemite National Park and enraptured with the green foliage of the magnificent trees, the huge grey slate rocks and waterfalls which seemed to come into view at every bend in the road. W e stayed the night in a little log cabin underneath the pine trees. At midnight we were disturbed by a huge black bear looking for his supper and just eight feet away from us. . . .

After a brief rest we were once again on our way, ready to face once more the ten-laned highways and speedways; the miles of statistics; the hamburgers and dehydrated foods; the slot vend-

W/cmdered F a r '

ing machines; the white and pink skyscrapers; and the overwhelming hospitality of the American people towards us wherever we went.

SWEDEN (Extract from a letter to the Editress from Mrs. Ellison (Mary Hanna) who has made her home in Sweden.)

W e live in Norrkoping where I at once felt at home due to the kindness and hospitality of relatives and friends. Norrkoping is nearly 100 miles south of Stockholm.

Our climate perhaps is the most striking difference to that of Melbourne—one really marks the four seasons. Winter is the hardest to accept at first, lasting four to five months with, at the most, six hours of daylight. It is however, a wonderful sight with all the glittering snow on fir and birch forests, surrounding the town where one can go ski-ing, sleighing, etc. Our homes are really built to endure the winter, having double windows, often treble, and of course, equipped with central heating which is compulsory from 15th November to 15th May. During the short summer months there is an absolute migration of families from all cities and towns to summer houses, cottages, shacks situated in the woods or by the coast or lakes. Most popular amongst resorts are those on the west coast and the archipelago of the Baltic Sea. To give an idea of the possibilities offered it might be added there are something like 96,000 lakes in Sweden.

All school children are on holiday from early June till early September. School begins at the age of 7 and is compulsory to the age of 16.

The standard is high, the student matriculation being taken at 19 to 20 years, equivalent to our leaving honours. Being a small nation, importance is laid on learning languages, English being the first at the age of 10, then followed by German and French.

IN EUROPE Extracts from letters to Margaret Lansbury from Pam Bowyer and Catherine Lee. W e drove around the lovely town of Heidelberg which, by the way, was not bombed at all, and walked up thousands of steps to see the oldest castle. . . . It's not a terribly big city, but set in a valley with some of the surrounding hillside used for houses and buildings.

W e went to the fair at Stuttgart where we saw Russian agricultural machinery, clothes, pottery, furniture, cars, etc.—all poor in comparison with Australia. Cars expensive and old-fashioned, but the best manufactured and produced items are for export only.

Fram Westendorf we drove to Vienna in two days. Very cold in Vienna, spent the first afternoon looking through famous churches, museums

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THE OLD ( )LLEGIAN and houses of parliament, also the university. The next day we walked around the ring, one of the most magnificent boulevards in the world, and then to the "Coney Island" of Vienna. This is Europe's largest permanent fun fair, and it also has the biggest ferris wheel. It was huge. Stood outside the State Opera House and waited for three hours for standing room tickets to see a French Ballet Company dance "The Sleeping Beauty". The walls of the enormous Opera House were of white and gold and the furnishings in red. The chandelier was enormous and we have never seen so many lifts.

CANADA'S OUTBACK Extract from a letter sent to the Editress from Margaret Owen.

After my year in Sandy Bay I spent five months in Europe, recovering, then in January came to work here. Gunnar is a uranium mine, 500 miles north-east from Edmonton, Alberta, but on the whole a less interesting place, and less interesting work though not as arduous as my last position.

The government of Saskatchewan maintains four outpost hospitals in the province, serving the population of the north, Indians, mixed blood, and white people, in inaccessible areas.

I spent a year as public health nurse-midwife in Sandy Bay, a village of over 500 people. The hospital had three beds and three cots, and was well equipped with modern conveniences, an Xray machine, facilities for simple laboratory work, a multitude of drugs and dressings. I had a boat with outboard motor which enabled me to visit a nearby white community, four miles away on the opposite bank of the Churchill River, at regular intervals in summer.

Our staff consisted of a caretaker, a housekeeper, and myself. W e were on call seven days a week, 24 hours a day, and our work was full of variety. Delivering a baby, removing a fish hook, immunizing against tuberculosis, smallpox, polio, tetanus, diphtheria and whooping cough, routine chest X-rays, school and home visits, could occupy a day. When major emergenices arose we chartered a plane from Flin Flon, 58 air miles distant, weather permitting, and evacuated our patients to the large hospital there.

Our planes landed on the river—on skis in winter, and on floats in summer so for two or three weeks in fall, at "freeze-up" and about five weeks in spring, at "break-up", we were almost completely isolated. At all times of the year we were liable to be cut off for two or three days at a time, by rain storms or blizzards, and I spent many anxious hours studying my medical manual.

The Indians in this village followed various occupations, some worked for a power company, some fished and trapped. It was interesting to watch the women at work, tanning moose hide for moccasins, stretching the beaver, mink, lynx and musk rat hides, ready to sell, or trade for food, or liquor. All belonged to the Roman Catholic Church, but still were very superstitious, for all their sophistication, encompassing washing machines, new cars, and love of cowboy movies, hadn't subdued ancient fears of ghosts and evil spirits.

EAST BERLIN (Extract from a letter from Alison Dunn about her stay in Vienna, and of the effects of the Brandenburg Gate dividing East and West Berlin.)

As we crossed through the Brandenburg Gate, so entering Communist country we felt a little anxious at so many people staring at us. It was absurd how easy it was for us; the East Germans only checked our passports and car. Travelling along the deserted streets of East Berlin we were shocked to see an army of Russian soldiers, armoured cars and tanks heading for the barrier areas, and as we reached one border post were terrified to find it was carefully guarded by tanks, troops and more armoured cars.

Throughout East Germany were red background signs with white printing, which propaganda translated, read "Forwards to the cause of socialism, freedom will take the place of war, get rid of war, brotherly greetings to all our friends in Cuba". It's just like a prison here— young men riding motor bikes stopped and questioned by Russians—how could anyone have peace in such a country? Rations allowed included 2 lb. potatoes each week, \ lb. butter per week—one small tin of pineapple costs 12/-, stockings £2.

Quota system for most goods; for example, only a certain amount of products, even sausages, can be sold from a shop per week.

A young couple buying a house have first of all to belong to a building society perhaps for six years, pay so much weekly and then be prepared to work so many 1000 hours in the building. You then get your three rooms after which you pay monthly rent.

One afternoon we were taken to afternoon tea in the best cafe in Dresden, and although it could have been a cafe anywhere in the world from appearance sake, one thing was marked—the silence. There just was not the noise of chattering people though it was packed enough.

Never have we realised before how fortunate we are, and what freedom means. Although these people live such shocking lives they really could not do enough for us, we who have everything— their kindness really comes from their hearts, they expected no thanks whatsoever. W e were asked if we would write and tell our parents that even in Communist countries you can find warm hospitality. To live here you really have to have a will to live to overcome the hopeless feeling of defeat.

AULD ACQUAINTANCE Though some of us have wandered far, Since College days were done, Though some of us are doubtless in Most places 'neath the sun, One pathway to our hearts is sure, One light forever gleams, The green and gold of that dear school, We only see in dreams.

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O.C.C. Diarq June 24—Evening of Music

October 29—Annual Church Service

More than 9 0 Old Collegians, their families and friends enjoyed a splendid musical evening in the Boarders' Lounge at which the sum of £ 5 0 / 1 / - was raised for the Glendonald School for Deaf Children. A delightful programme of music was presented by five outstanding artists, Hermia Barton (violin), Elsa Haas (soprano), accompanied by Robin Wright, Ronald Farren Price (piano) and Mack Jost (piano).

The guests, who included Dr. and Mrs. W o o d , and Dr. and Mrs. Murphy, from Glendonald, were welcomed by the President of the Club (Mrs. L . S. Chambers). Supper of tea and home-made biscuits provided a conclusion to a most satisfying evening.

Fitchett Chapel was again the setting for the annual church service attended by many Old Collegians who heard with pleasure an Old Collegians' choir sing under the direction of Miss Ruth Flockart. The President of the Club, Mrs. L. S. Chambers, read the lesson.

In his sermon, Dr. W o o d spoke of "the value of a g o o d w o m a n " , and emphasised his personal belief that if women wanted to do everything men could do, they would not then do everything a woman should do. No nation, he pointed out, can rise above the level of its women, whatever the level may be.

July 27—Jumble Sale

Thirty-two golf enthusiasts attended the Club's annual golf day held at the Kew Golf Club, at which Mrs. J. Gilles (Gwen Thompson) was the winner of the perpetual silver trophy. Other winners were Mrs. N. Stuckey (Nell Gilbertson), Mrs. J. Sidwell (Bonnie Vick) and Mrs. F. W . Thomas. Trophies were presented to the winners by the President of the Club (Mrs. L . S. Chambers).

" G o o d s " from Old Collegians and their friends helped to swell the supplies at a jumble sale in St. Matthias' Hall, Church Street, Richmond, at which £ 5 2 was added to the Glendonald appeal.

August 1—Debutantes' Return Ball Over 100 people attended the 1961 Debutantes' Return Ball at Butleigh Wootton, Kew, at which the guests of honour were the President of the Club (Mrs. L . S. Chambers), Ruth Bilney and Joan Harris. The hard-working ticket secretaries were Dianne Hill and Sandra Chambers.

August 17—Annual Dinner A splendid attendance of 160 Old Collegians attended the annual dinner at No. 9 Darling Street, at which the guest speaker was the Principal of Janet Clarke Hall (Miss Margaret Dewey).

Following a welcome to official guests and Old Collegians by the President (Mrs. L. S. Chambers), w h o also proposed the Loyal Toast, Mrs. Ron Farren Price proposed the triple toast to the School, Club and Absent Friends.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Sun Tennis Cup to Dr. W o o d by the captain of the Old Collegians' team, Mrs. John P. Young, to be kept at the College for the coming year.

September 23—Archives Afternoon Some of the earliest scholars at the College attended an afternoon gathering in the Boarders' Lounge arranged by the Archives Committee and the Council. Reminiscences were the order of the day, and as well, several valuable personal mementos of interesting historical value were presented to the archives collection.

October 8—Dedication

Service

A simple but inspiring dedication service of new stained glass windows in Fitchett Chapel was conducted

by Dr. W o o d at which many Old Collegians and friends of the school took part.

The five choir windows were given by Mrs. W . H. Fitchett (Elsie Boston), in memory of the late Rev. W .

H. Fitchett, founder of M.L.C., and his son, the late Dr. W . H. Fitchett. The window in the porch was the gift of the late Mrs. Basil Kilvington (Lucy Watsford), in memory of her father, the late Rev. J. J. Watsford. A plaque, given by the Club Rooms' Circle, is placed b e neath the window commemorating the memory of Mrs. Kilvington.

November 3—M.L.C. Golf Day

November 29—Theatre Night Many Old Collegians enjoyed the musical, " O l i v e r " , at which the sum of £ 1 1 / 5 / - was added to the Glendonald appeal.

November 11 to 25—Visits to Other Schools Executive members of the Club were again guests of other public schools—at a special luncheon at P.L.C. on November 11; the annual meeting of the Geelong Branch of the O.C.C. on November 11; luncheons at the Hermitage and Morongo, Geelong, on November 18, and Merton Hall on November 25.

November 16—Enrolment Day The President (Mrs. L. S. Chambers), Secretary (Mrs. N. Curry) and Treasurer (Mrs. J. Tapner) visited the school to enrol school girl members.

December 2—Annual Garden Party More than 350 Old Collegians were welcomed b y Dr. and Mrs. W o o d and the President and Secretary of the Club at the annual garden party. Special guests included representatives of sister schools including two from the Roman Catholic School, Loreto, who were visiting the school for the first time. Afternoon tea was served in the dining room when the President (Mrs. L. S. Chambers) welcomed the guests and spoke of the various activities of the Club during the year.

December 15—New Members'

Welcome

The home of Mrs. John Young was again the venue for the annual welcome to the new school girl members, and despite the heavy rain, more than 70 girls attended. A short swim in the pool was followed by a make-up demonstration from a representative from Cyclax w h o also answered many questions on skin problems. Supper was supplied by members of Council.

February 14—"Open House". Brighton More than 50 Old Collegians, many of whom had not met since they left school in 1928, gathered at the home of Mrs. Richards (Gwen Edwards), and the sum of £24 was donated to the Princess Fusipala Memorial Fund.

October 13—Talk by Dr. Birrell

February 20—Luncheon at Geelong

Something of the tremendous work of the police surgeon, Dr. John Birrell, was gleaned from his inspiring and thought-provoking talk in the Boarders' Lounge at the Club's annual guest speaker evening. Dr. Birrell demonstrated, with the help of slides, something of the appalling road toll and the cause of it.

Tongan souvenirs were sold at a luncheon at the home of Miss Elsie Scholes at Geelong, when 2 8 Old Collegians from both Melbourne and Geelong raised the sum of £ 3 0 for the Princess Fusipala Appeal.

October 25—Peruvian Luncheon Peruvian dishes were the order of the day for a small luncheon held at the home of Mrs. John Danks at which the sum of £ 3 0 was raised for the Glendonald appeal.

The Consul for Peru, Mrs. W . D . Parkinson, was the guest of honour.

February 28—Annual Meeting of the Club March 6—Guatemalan

Luncheon

The home of Mrs. Max Muir (Betty Knuckey) was the setting for a special Guatemalan luncheon at which Mrs. L. Graber spoke on her country, demonstrating her talk with a display of handicrafts from Guatemala. Proceeds were in aid of the Glendonald Appeal.

THE OLD ( )LLEGIAN March 31—Sun Tennis Cup M.L.C. Old Collegians were again the proud winners of the Old Girls' Inter-Schools Tennis Match for the Sun Cup for the 15th time. Congratulations to the team, which included captain Mrs. Watt (Charlotte Davies), Mrs. Woods (Beverley Malcolm), Mrs. Rich (Barbara Mclntyre) and Mrs. Beenie (Le Barnet).

April 2—Sun Golf Cup This year's Sun Cup, first begun in 1929, was w o n

by Mandeville Hall on a count-back from the Hermitage, Geelong. M.L.C. was represented by Mrs. Denehy (Lydia Duncan), Mrs. V. Nagle (Nan Edwards), Mrs. H. Mitchell (Peggy Eise), Mrs. J. Gillies (Gwen Thompson), Mrs. K. Burwood (Phyllis Osborne) and Mrs. C. Farfor. At the conclusion, the president of the school representatives, Mrs. J. Buick (Daisy Stirling), from M.L.C., presented the cup and individual trophies.

April 29—Dedication Service A Dedication Service for a memorial window in memory of the late Princess Fusipala Tubou, of Tonga, was conducted by Dr. W o o d , and the window presented to the school by Miss Elsie Scholes. The lesson was read by the President of the Club (Miss Dorothea Cerutty).

Twelve Tongan girls and the M.L.C. Choir, under the direction of Miss Ruth Flockart, provided inspiring musical singing.

May 4—Social Evening Dr. W o o d was the guest of the Club at a most enjoyable "get together" of Old Collegians in the Assembly Hall where he strongly asked for both the Club and all former students to support in a practical way the school's major projects. The President (Miss Dorothea Cerutty) spoke most sincerely about her own personal allegiance to the school as well as that felt by many old girls, and the need to develop that allegiance even more by those who had drifted away since they first left school. Slides of the school, some taken several years ago, were shown by Miss lean Perkins. Supper was served in the foyer and a birthday cake with appropriate singing was presented to Dr. W o o d at the conclusion of the evening.

May 12—Tupperware Party Several Old Collegians enjoyed a tupperware party at the home of Mrs. K. G. Hill (Margaret Hales) in aid of the St Hilda's Appeal.

June 2—"Overton" Outing Twenty-six old folk from " O v e r t o n " , Methodist Home for the Aged, were given an outing at W o o d e n d and Macedon with afternoon tea at the " L o g Cabin", and with transport thoughtfully provided by Old Collegians. Hostesses were Misses B. Howells, E. McDonnell, Mavis Lancaster, M. Guthridge, and Mesdames W . B. Miller, G. Robertson, L. Smith, C. P. Bull and A. P. Alberto.

DATES TO REMEMBER August 25: "Confetti", by the Tin Pan Alley Players at Methodist Youth Centre, Burke Road.

Tickets, 10/-, from Mrs. C. Farrar Hutton, 37 Madeline Street, Burwood (BX 2622). In aid of the Lucy Kilvington Memorial Tuck Shop Appeal.

August 16: Annual Dinner. At No. 9 Darling Street. Tickets, £2 a single, from the Convener.

Mrs. U. Lumley, 25 Scott Grove, Glen Iris (BL 3837). Guest Speaker is Miss Myra Roper.

September: "Get Together at School"—date to be arranged.

September: Back to School Day—2 p.m. at the College on Show Day. October: Guest Speaker Evening—-date to be finalised.

November 4: Annual Church Service.

December 8: Garden Party.

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NEW ADDRESSES Mrs. Lloyd (Lorna Hurrell) has moved from Kalorama to live in Sydney. Her address is "Fernleigh Castle", Rose Bay, N.S.W. Mrs. Claude Slack (Heddie Eschenhagen) has returned from Brisbane to live in Melbourne.

Her address is 12 Gellibrand Avenue, Kew. Mrs. Rumbold (Audrey Stone) has moved from Newbridge to Boort where she and her husband have bought a farm. Audrey now has six children, three girls and three boys.

Mrs. Knight (Betty Pullen) has returned to Victoria where she and her husband and two children are living in Newstead, near Casdemaine.

Mrs. Bruce Prewer (Marie Goldsworthy) has moved from Wynyard to Glenorchy, Tasmania.

Mrs. Paul (Merle Riches) has moved from Cooma to Hobart, where her husband is now working with the Tasmanian Hydro Electric Commission. Her address is 5 Nerida Place, Moonah, Tasmania.

Mrs. Dave Richardson (Rosemary Orr) has returned from more than three years in Hong Kong, and is now working as a librarian at the Australian National University Library, Canberra.

VALE Sympathy is extended to the family of these Old Collegians who have died in the past year.

Mrs. King (Flo Bannerman), who has been an active member of the Geelong Branch of the M.L.C. Old Collegians' Club, was killed in an automobile accident on 20di March, 1962. Mrs. King was a boarder at school in the years 1911 and 1912.

Mrs. Oswald Storey (Muriel Shannon), who died on 28th June, 1961, had been married only the previous year on 1st October, 1960. She was the sister of Mrs. Williamson (Beulah Shannon), of Hamilton, Mrs. Fawkner Yeates (Eileen Shannon) and Mrs. Allan Yeates (Merle Shannon), both of Bairnsdale, and Mrs. N. Sanders (Nell Shannon), of Melbourne.

Jennifer Clarke, aged 22 years, who was to have been married in Fitchett Chapel in September, was killed in an automobile accident together with her fiance earlier this year. On leaving school, Jennifer had trained at the Alfred Hospital and graduated as a sister. With her mother she had donated a pew to Fitchett Chapel.

Mrs. Gordon Shain (Ivy Kermode) died suddenly in June. Mrs. Shain was a former President of the Old Collegians' Club, and Past President of the Sydney Branch.

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Neu/s of Old Collegians An Old Collegian, Mrs. Buick (Daisy Stirling), who was responsible for M.L.C. Old Collegians participating in the Sun Golf Cup, was elected President of the Public Schools' Representatives Committee.

Mrs. Pearson (Winnie Sewell) is working with the Animal Industry Board, attached to the Northern Territory Administration.

Mrs. Ron Maddocks (Muriel Cox) visited Canberra in May with her daughter, Sue. Mary Slater, who is teaching at Tintern, spent the Christmas holidays in Japan.

Ruth Arnold is at present in her second year at the Deaconess Training College, Kew. Mrs. Herbert Feith (Betty Evans), who has lived in Canberra since her return from America last year, will return to Melbourne to live when her husband takes up the post as a lecturer at Monash University.

Mrs. Wallace Wathen (Norma Reed) is an enthusiastic member of the Australian Rhododendron Society.

Judith Body is now the solicitor with the R.A.C.V. Among Old Collegians Mrs. Hal Bannister (Jill Adams) was pleased to contact on her recent visit to Melbourne from Adelaide were Mrs. F. Spriggs (Margaret Holdsworth), Mrs. G. Bull (Jill Hickling), her sister, Mrs. R. Fuller (April Adams) and Delia Hilton.

Mrs. W. C. Blackburn (Vera Lockwood) visited Hobart last year and was pleased to see Isabel Cerutty, the President of the Hobart Branch.

Patricia Ballantyne is doing Oriental studies at the National University, Canberra. This entails a study of the Chinese language, Indian history, Oriental civilisations of China, Japan and India, as well as English.

Mrs. Geoffrey Douglas (Shirley Robinson) was hostess at an evening to welcome Mrs. Charles Dow (Jean Williams), who passed through Melbourne from Perth in November on her way to live in the United States. Friends who were able to see her included Mrs. N. McNeil (Marjorie Robinson), Mrs. R. Fuller (April Adams), Mrs. R. Farren Price (Robin Wright), Mrs. G. R. Bull (Jill Hickling) and Mrs. R. Calwell (Constance Mellor) as well as Miss Joan Bazeley, a former member of the music staff at school.

Mrs. Noel Mcintosh (Neva Start) sang the soprano solo in "The St. Matthew Passion" given last year in Geelong by the choir and orchestra of the Geelong Music and Arts Society.

she was here, and went on to Sydney to see her sister, Mrs. Alan Grozier (Jean Watson).

Margot Cant has passed three subjects of the Library Registration Certificate, and has three more subjects to complete before becoming a professional librarian.

Joan Fairies is now living in Canberra where she is working as a secretary with the Department of Defence.

Mrs. C. P. Bull (Mary Harcourt), who was the founder of the Hobart Branch, was pleased to see Mrs. Orchard (Gwynneth Day) on a visit to Melbourne where she was staying with Mrs. Cyril Walklate, mother of Sister Lois Walklate. She also enjoyed meeting some of her school friends, Lila Forbes, of Mildura, Sela Rogers, Anne McCoy and Dorothy Miller.

Mrs. Bevan (Doris Reed) has recendy visited her daughter, Doreen, at Kirribilli, Sydney, and has enjoyed seeing her two little granddaughters.

Mrs. L. M. Satchell (Margaret Bartlett) flew from Sydney especially to be present at the dedication service for the Princess Fusipala Memorial Window.

Mrs. Glass (Ethel Denyer) came from Tocumwal, N.S.W., Mrs. Green (Isobel Moss) from Tallygaroopna, and Mrs. H. Every (Vesta Mole) from Bendigo. Miss Elsie Scholes, who lives at Geelong, presented the window to the school, while other Geelong Old Collegians who were present included Doreen, Beryl and Evelyn Hair, and Dorothy Griffin, all fellow pupils of Fusi. Mrs. Peter Foster (Dorothy Morris) and Mrs. Pigdon (Barbara Ward) also came from Geelong to the service.

Mavis Lancaster spent the Easter holidays at the home of Mrs. J. A. Piccoli (Freda Edwards).

Among those who travelled to Geelong for the luncheon party at Elsie Scholes' home in aid of the Princess Fusipala Memorial Fund were Mrs. L. S. Chambers (Jean Davison), Olga Hay, Ann Flockart, Mrs. Gifford (Dorothy Fairbridge), Mrs. Hales (Grace Waite), Mrs. Thompson (Joyce Clark), Mrs. Richards (Gwen Edwards), Mrs. Miller (Marjorie Murdoch), Mrs. Skewes (lima Dodd) and Mrs. N. Curry (Nancy Batt).

Old M.L.C. girls, who are prominent in television on the A.B.C., include Mrs. Nye (Ruth Farren Price) and Beverley Cook, who are both hostesses, and Mary Rose Campbell, who is seen in the children's session "Thursday Party".

Mr. P. Harrison (Wendy McGain) recently held a most successful art exhibition at the Tasmanian Tourist Bureau.

Marie Peverill is doing her final year of physiotherapy at the Perth University.

Mrs. D. Zainuddin (Ailsa Thompson) is tutoring in the Law School at the University of Melbourne, and at the same time is studying for her Diploma of Education.

Mrs. V. Anderson (Ruth Watson) drove from Perth to Sydney at Christmas, and while in Melbourne, her husband umpired for the Davis Cup. Ruth visited school friends Mrs. Davis (Loma Mauger) and Mrs. Lumley (Una Harrison) while

Vanesse Hensell, who is at present on an eightmonths' world tour, will return to Melbourne as director, designer and fashion co-ordinator of tile new Miss Sportscraft wear, launched for the first time this winter. She will be responsible for

THE OLD ( Zoe Caldwell's return to Australia has enabled her to demonstrate the extraordinary developments which have taken place in her acting since she left here more than four years ago. Apart from taking part in the Adelaide Festival of Arts she has also played the role of "St. Joan" at the Tivoli for Melbourne audiences. In September, she will join Sir Tyrone Guthrie in his new Shakespearian project at Minneapolis, U.S.A. An Old Collegian, Mrs. H. McCann (Margery Moonie), w h o was at school in 1932 and 1933, is now Principal's Assistant at school to Dr. W o o d .

TRAVELLING Old Collegians at present abroad include Margaret Wallace, Janice Fox, Margaret Day, Pat Robertson, Helen Brown, Mrs. Zaccarini (Barbara Bird), who is in Italy, and Mrs. John Hurlstone (Joan Risby), who is now living at Briancliff Manor, near New York. Diane Cornish, who is working with the British Phosphates, has been sent by the company to Christmas Island for three months. Mrs. Giddings (Lynn Tabart) is now living in New Guinea.

Mrs. Malcolm Lyon (Robin Came) is going to live in New Delhi, where her husband will b e attached to the Australian Embassy there. They had formerly lived at Bonn.

Mrs. Reginald Larner (Sue Peverill) is studying music extensively in London where her husband is studying violin with Professor Max Jacobson.

Mrs. Ian Clarke (Heather Murdoch) is touring the Continent in a motorised caravan, and will visit Ireland and Scotland before returning home next February.

Nancy McNeil is on a nursing working holiday in England.

Among M.L.C. girls Mrs. Colin Findlay (Diane Humphrey) has been pleased to see in London are Pam Bowyer and Kath Lee. Mrs. Harper (Pussy Miller) and her husband are visiting their son in Northern Rhodesia. Mrs. Barnes (Marjorie King) and Mrs. Lawson (Amanda Leibert) are travelling together to England for a tour of Britain and the Continent.

Gwenda Hansen returned home in January via the Panama Canal after 18 months away. Carol Perrin made a flying visit to Rome early in May as representative of local travel interests for Alitalia Airways. Mrs. Max Gunnerton (Dorothy Bell) now lives in England where her husband is one of Britain's top atomic scientists.

Shirley Gibbs has recently visited Miss Jean Cochrane, who was formerly a senior history mistress at M.L.C. Miss Cochrane is now head of the Charlotte Mason group of schools throughout the United Kingdom with its headquarters at L o w Nook, Ambleside, Westmorland.

Anna Henderson has left to live in San Francisco where she intends to continue with her studies in physiotherapy.

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Russia and returned home through Canada and the United States. Margaret taught on the physical education staff at M.L.C. before she went abroad.

Claire Furneaux returned home in November as did Helen Dodgshun after two years away in which time she spent a while as a "nanny" to a French family in Nice.

Marnie Anderson sailed for abroad in January, and will stay with her sister, Gillian and family in Paris. Elsbeth Jaissle returned from Germany in December where she has been living since she left school in 1958.

London's cold weather was one reason why Mrs. S. F. Davies (Sheila Proctor) was able to enjoy a recent month's holiday touring Southern Europe and the sunnier places of North Africa.

Mrs. Davies hopes to return to Australia for a visit soon. Her address is Yarlet Hall, North Stafford, Staffordshire, England.

Mrs. Missen (Hazel Richards), whose husband is attached to the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, Devon, England, plans to return home in September. Mrs. Missen is the aunt of Janice Missen, who lives at Beeac.

Mrs. Ian Stapleton (Dr. Shirley May) is in America where she will continue her medical career while her husband is undertaking research work. Mrs. John Young (Dulcie Whittaker) is at present on a short tour abroad of England, the Continent and the United States. Win Collins has returned from abroad.

Barbara Clarke last year returned from a ninemonths' tour of England and the Continent and is now doing midwifery at Hobart. Mrs. Coulter (Diana Yorston) has returned from Europe after a 12-months' tour. Mrs. David McCreedie (Yvonne Deeble) is living in New York where her husband is doing post-graduate work in children's diseases.

Marjorie Tharle left for England in January for two years. She has just completed midwifery at the Royal Women's Hospital after her general training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Highlight of her two years' stay in London for Delia Hilton was the opportunity which secretary of the Victoria League's Young Contingent provided her with of meeting young people from England and the Commonwealth countries. Delia hopes to return to London if possible at the end of the year.

A 16,000-mile overland trip from London to Singapore was the climax to six years overseas for Marjorie Atkinson and Gillian Grice. Their journey home took them through more than 12 countries, and careful planning went into their arrangements for the hazardous trip.

Beverley Webster found her work as an "assistante" at a-leading French girls' " L y c e e " or high school vastly different from an Australian girls' school as it was more like a junior university.

Beverley, w h o is an arts graduate from the Melbourne University, was able to take a parttime French course at the Sorbonne, and was in residence at the Cite University.

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ENGAGEMENTS Janice Zimmerman to Raymond Allan Brench.

Claire Rigby to Wayne Dale Routledge.

Davida Switson to Dr. William H. Kitchen.

Valerie Arnel to Tony Bennett.

Mary Brevitt to Robert Pearce Hutchings.

Judy Frederick to David Tonkin.

Beverley Farren Price to Thayer Sherington Bodycomb.

Bettine Dusting to Dudley Wilson.

Margaret Wilkinson to Neville John Bond.

Joan Walmsley to Norman Arthur Gibbs.

Gayle Cunningham to David James Leonard.

Elizabeth Manfield to Michael Norwood.

Pamela Firth to Kenneth Peter Brown.

Eleanor Jane Barker to Peter Webber.

Margaret Cooke to Paul Grouse.

Julie Sandner to Bryce William Barker.

Marigold McLean to David Gregory.

Helen Drew to David McKern.

Nola Sanders to Tony Watson.

Margaret Eason to Craig Porter.

Katherine O'Neill to Kenneth Davies.

Jennepher Daly to Leslie Hooper.

Lesley Taylor to Keith Johnstone.

Marion Hall to Kenneth Goldsmith.

Margaret Secomb to William Amey.

Barbara Bennett to Graeme Schoular.

Pam Coates to Roger Ackland.

Diana Quick to Ian Macmillan.

WEDDINGS Pat Gellie to Graham Schmidt at Queen's College Chapel on 16th November, 1961.

Maureen Norwood to Ian Trivett at the Independent Church, Melbourne.

Kathleen Oaten to Richard Hutchens at Wesley College Chapel.

Julia Sandner to Bryce William Barker at Bendigo.

Patricia Muirden to John Heywood at Methodist Church, Burke Road, East Malvern.

Margaret Hirons to Donald Avent at St. Aidan's Presbyterian Church, Nth. Balwyn. Bridesmaids included Janette Foulis and Lorraine Walsh.

Elizabeth Delbridge to Laurie Rush at Glen Iris Methodist Church on 23rd December, 1961.

Bridesmaids were Judy Miller, Julie Robertson and Kathleen Old. Brenda Coates to John Callaway at St. John's Church of England, Toorak, on 25th March, 1961.

Judy Hooper to Peter McQuie at St. Columba's Presbyterian Church, Balwyn, on 21st October, 1961. Sister Helen Hooper was a bridesmaid.

Ann Carlson to Neil Palmer.

Janice Warren to David De Kretser .

Eril Hutton to Brian Andrews.

Ailsa Ross to Robert Davies.

Peggy Corlass to Peter Glenning.

Judith Vertigan to Dr. Ralph Howard.

Leonie Boyd to Greg Schumann.

Margot Gibbs to Alan Mann.

Carolyn Withers to John Sadler.

Margaret Galbraith to Darcy Fuller.

Noelle Treddiniek to Peter Thomas.

Beverley Clarke to James Hocking.

Ruth Dufty to Bruce McLeod.

Elsea Cant to Bernard Bartlau.

Wendy Cole to Ian Johnson.

Joan Doyle to Kenneth Handelaar.

Valerie Ellis to David Pfitzner.

Delwyn Gunnell to Graeme Ryan.

Janice Hawes to Joe Lawrence.

Diane Lloyd to Wayne Rice.

Judith Pretty to Ross Chapman.

Vivienne Redman to David Munro.

Jennifer Scrivener to Donald Vale.

Carolyn Sims to Bernard Jacobsen.

Kaye Taylor to Ian Scott.

Judy Tweddle to Peter White.

Adrienne Wait to John Feetam.

Elizabeth Thiele to Kevin Smith.

Ruth Redrobe to Harold Weber.

Kaye Taylor to Ian Scott.

Janice Lean to Dr. Graeme Hudson at Wesley College Chapel.

Helen Rogers to John Phillips at St. Peter's Church, Toorak, in January, 1962.

Joan Cother to Keith Beddoe at Darling Methodist Church on 24th February, 1962.

Her sister, Helen Cother and Mary Beddoe, a present pupil, were bridesmaids.

Helen Eyval to Bruce Joynes at Melbourne Grammar Chapel on 17th March, 1962. Sister Margaret Eyval and Judith Charles were bridesmaids.

Kathleen Oaten to Richard Hutchens at Wesley College Chapel on 17th August, 1961. Jill McNab was a bridesmaid.

Glenys Griffiths to Ewan Baird at Littlejohn Memorial Chapel, Scotch College. Beverley Farren Price was a bridesmaid.

Diane Humphrey to Colin Findlay at Littlejohn Memorial Chapel, Scotch College, in March, 1961.

Her sister, Kathryn Humphrey, a present student, was her only bridesmaid.

Lynette Hall to Gordon Wilson at Auburn Methodist Church on 18th February, 1961, at a service conducted by Dr, Wood.

THE OLD ( )LLEGIAN Margaret Hoskin to Graham Lehmann on 20th January, 1962, at Wesley Church, Bendigo.

Davida Frey Switson to Dr. William H. Kitchen in December, 1961. She is the daughter of an Old Collegian, Frey Shimmon.

Cherril Greenwood to Jeffrey Randies at Box Hill Methodist Church on 30th September, 1961.

Cherril was for some years Dr. Wood's secretary.

Marjorie Harris to Richard Shanis at Glen Iris Methodist Church on 31st March, 1962. She is the daughter of another Old Collegian, Gwen Miers.

Pamela Coates to Roger Ackland at St. John's Church of England, Camberwell, on 21st May, 1962. Bridesmaids included Kay Griffiths and Amelda Craigie, who will marry Stratton Langslow later this year.

Jennifer Louise Gait to Kevin Miles Lennard at Surrey Hills Methodist Church on 18th January, 1962.

Patricia Muirden to John Heywood at Burke Road Methodist Church, East Malvern, on 23rd December, 1961. Patricia, a former member of staff teaching violin and recorder, is the daughter of an Old Collegian, Betty Uren.

Evelyn Snow to David Muirden at Glen Iris on 19th December, 1961.

Norma Bennett to Ian Dennehy at St. Mary's Church of England, Camberwell, on 30th March, 1962. Matron of honour was Mrs. L. Armstrong (Judy Pledger) and bridesmaids were Joan and Helen Bennett, both present M.L.C. students.

Norma is the daughter of Lorraine Helgeson.

Beverley Grieve to Ron Grant at St. Paul's Church, Wangaratta, on 5th November, 1960.

Beverley and her husband are at present living in New Zealand where they plan to stay for a couple of years.

Noelle Stevenson to John Eveleigh on 5th November, 1961.

Eril McNaughton to John Hudson on 24th March, 1962. Matron of honour was Mrs. McCorkell (Margaret Kidd) and bridesmaids were Pam Holland and Barbara Dicks.

Pam Holland to John Wilson on 9th September.

Matron of honour was Mrs. John Hudson (Eril McNaughton) and bridesmaid was Cheryl Holland.

Jan Palmer to Ian Campbell in May, 1962.

Matron of honour was Mrs. Rhumpf (Elaine Palmer) and Jean Woodful was a bridesmaid.

Faye Watt to Leon Lucas at Holy Trinity Church, Coburg, on 8th April, 1961.

Mary Williamson to Lloyd Hocking on 1st April, 1961. Mary was a boarder from 1954 to 1956.

Rosalie Alexander to John Hudson at Methodist Church, South Preston, on 17th November, 1961, at a service conducted by Dr. W o o d . Barbara Clarke was a bridesmaid.

Lynette Duncan tember, 1961.

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Glenda McMillan to Ian Russell.

Claire Rigby to Wayne Routledge at Anglican Church of St. James-the-Less, Mt. Eliza, on 3rd March, 1962.

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Marigold McLean to David Gregory on 19th January, 1962, at Horsham.

June Eddison to D o n Forsythe at St. Oswald's Church of England, Glen Iris. Bridesmaid was Betty Johnson.

Bettine Dusting to Dudley Wilson at Wesley Chapel on 22nd May, 1962. Bridesmaid was Patricia Bell.

Margaret Cooke to Paul Grouse at St. Oswald's Church of England, Glen Iris on 28th February.

Bridesmaids were Anne Walton and Joan Cornish.

Barbara Allen to John Wyss on 5th May at All Saints' Church of England, East St. Kilda. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Malkin and Carolyn Allen.

Maryrose Campbell to Peter Lord at St. Columba's Presbyterian Church, Balwyn.

Phyllis Minns to Daniel Brassington at Burke Road Methodist Church on 9th June, 1962.

Maree Fankhauser to David Hopkins at Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church, Forest Hill on 7th April, 1962.

FITCHETT CHAPEL WEDDINGS For details of these, see "Silver and Green", page 12.

BIRTHS Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brooking (Joan Smith)—a daughter (Anne Elizabeth), born on 22nd September, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Young (Coral Clark)—a daughter (Fiona Coral), born 19th January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Marshall (Heather Arblaster)—a daughter (Susan Jane), born on 10th February, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Telford (Janet Millard)— a daughter, born on 18th October at Kingston, S.A. Mr. and Mrs. Geoff Douglas (Shirley Robinson) — a daughter (Julia), born on 22nd January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Ian Faragher (Noni Rentoul)—a daughter, born on 2nd October 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. John Gault (Joan Buckman)—a son (Stephen Murray), born on 3rd June, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Geoff Hadley (Lillian Duncan) — a son (Peter Duncan), born on 29th May, 1961, at Perth.

Mr. and Mrs. Max Mannlein (Pat Napier)—a daughter, born 2nd November, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. David Hickson (Gwen Towns) — a daughter (Heather Diane), born on 2nd November, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Keith Hart (Evelyn Stacey)—a daughter, born on 11th May, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Laurie Williams (Margaret Bickford)—a son (Deane Martin), born 30th March, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. James Rennick (Judy Bull)—a son (James Russell), born 22nd April, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. David Stewart (Margaret Abrahams),—a daughter, born 24th April, 1962.

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Mr. and Mrs. Hal Perry (Marie Chenoweth)—a daughter (Fiona Marie), born 26th April, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Jim Wayeott (Pat Potter)—a son (Andrew).

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Adam (Penelope Smith) — a son.

Mr. and Mrs. Brown (Diana Gallis)—a daughter (Sharon Lee), born 28th July, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Cornall Reilly (Patience Cornall)—a son, born 18th August, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Don Murphy (Carole Wilson)—a daughter (Kim Maree), born 21st February, 1962.

Captain and Mrs. C. H. Ducker (Alison Benjamin)—a daughter (Sallyann), born 23rd September, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. David Lazenby (Barbara Fenton) —a son (Drew David), born 5th March, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Coughlan (Joan Sutherland)—a son (David John), born 21st August, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Norman Holcombe (Noel Heley) — a daughter (Elizabeth Anne.

Dr. and Mrs. Ross Miller (Kathleen Hulme)— a son (Stuart Ross), born 5th November, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Ernst (Joan Pullen)—a son (Neil Gregory), born 20th June, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Lewis (Audrey Joan Bee) — a son (Peter Colwyn), born 10th July, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Jim Rockliff (Judy Roe)—a son (Geoffrey James), born 23rd October, 1961.

Dr. and Mrs. Geoffrey Bird (Beris Greenwood) —a son (David Leigh), born 9th July, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Hales (Margaret White)— a son (Philip), born 31st January, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Jones (Joy Jackel)—a son (Andrew), born in Canberra in March, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. John Callaway (Brenda Coates) — a son (Lemuel James), born 2nd January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Ian Clarke (Heather Murdoch)— a daughter (Megan Elizabeth), born 22nd February, 1961, at Horsham.

Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Harris (Ailsa Murdoch)—a daughter (Alexandra Ann), bora 14th April, 1962, at Geelong.

Mr. and Mrs. F. McGuiness (Mary Jean Ross) — a son (Nigel John), born 14th March, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. N. J. Webber (Helena Heath)—a son (Andrew Neil), born 7th January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Packer (Golda Cocks)—a daughter (Leonie), born March, 1962, in South Australia.

Mr. and Mrs. Peter McCallum (Beverley Bolle) — a daughter (Alexandra), born December, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. David Scott (Shirley Munro)—a daughter (Debra Anne), bora 3rd May, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Alistair Johnstone (Margaret Macfarlane)—a daughter (Lilian Mary), born 9th December, 1961, at Glasgow, Scotland.

Mr. and Mrs. Ray Welsford (Betty Munro)—a daughter (Jennifer Jane), born 2nd May, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Graeme Gill (Pauline Farries)— a daughter (Susan Kay), born 9th April, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Hornby (Lynette Lamb)—a daughter.

Lynette is the daughter of Joyce Healing.

Mr. and Mrs. Alan Marsh (Barbara Harrison) — a son (Dennis).

Mr. and Mrs. John Light (Beth Harrison)—a son (Anthony John).

Mr. and Mrs. Paul (Merle Riches)—a daughter (Merinda Elyce), born 22nd October, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Brunt (Jill Perrin)—a daughter (Sarah), born 11th February, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. P. Harrison (Wendy McGain)—a daughter (Ruth).

Mr. and Mrs. Tonkin (Wilma Garret)—a son (Roger), born January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Murray John (Edith Alexander)— a daughter (Jennifer Lea), born 16th June, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Krause (Elaine Unkenstein)—a son (Michael), born January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Haddon Storey (Cecile Benjamin) — a son (Lyndon), born 24th May, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. John Jackson (Betty Moon)—a daughter (Maxine Lee), born on 31st May, 1961, at Rochester.

Mr. and Mrs. Daryl Hornsby (Lynette Lamb)— a daughter (Sally), born on 18th November, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Jim Potter (Pat Wayeott)—a son (Andrew Baildon), born on 7th October, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Don Warner (Denise Lear)—-a daughter (Alison Louise), born on 1st July, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. John Williams (Anne Collett)— a daughter (Robyn Elizabeth), born on 22nd January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Geoffrey Anderson (Julie Bissett) —a daughter (Karen Jean), born on 11th August, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Ian Lurait (Rosalie Pomroy)—a son (Peter Keith), born on 21st January, 1962.

Mr., and Mrs. Max Heatherington (Di. Knight) — a daughter (Joanne).

Mr. and Mrs. Dick Jones (Jan. Salmond)—a daughter, born on 12th April, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce McCorkell (Margaret Kidd) —a daughter (Jan Elisabeth), born on 26th December, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. John Moir (Lorraine Spence)—a daughter, born on 14th October, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Lloyd (Margaret Jane) —a daughter.

Mr. and Mrs. Ian DeWinter (Shirley Elbaum) — a son, born on 22nd November, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Max Albiston (Elisabeth Tweddell) —-a daughter (Julie Patricia), born on 30th September, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. John Robinson (Lorraine Coghlan) — a daughter (Sandra Jane), born on 2nd February, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Graeme Dryden (Janice Roe)—a daughter (Elizabeth Tracey), born at Cobram on 29th December, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Doug. Tonkin (Wilma Garrett)— a son, born in January, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Bourke Williams (Lynette Shattock—a daughter (Gaye Leanne), born on 18th Januarv, 1962.

THE OLD Mr. and Mrs. Roberts (Janice Thornton)—a son (Andrew), born in September, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Walton (Bronwyn Harris)—a daughter (Kathryn), born in April, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Tout (Margaret Selstead)—a son (Andrew), born in July, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. Ribb (Elaine Selstead)—a son (Richard), born in November, 1961.

Mr. and Mrs. D. Saltmarsh (Ariel Keen)—a son (Ronald), born in May, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Beams (Julie Sparrow)—a son, born 29th May, 1962.

Dr. and Mrs. Peter Brooks (Dr. Alison Luekis) —a son (Mark Duncan), born 16th March, 1962, at Folkestone, England.

Mr. and Mrs. P. Mackenzie (Elizabeth Richardson)—a son, born in April.

Mr. and Mrs. A. Coombs (Adele Mispel)—a daughter (Jennifer Ann), born on 2nd April, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. K. Butler (Valerie Joynt)—a daughter (Meredith Elwyn), born on 15th May, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. D. Falconer (Wendy Collett)—a daughter, born on 27th March, 1962.

Mr. and Mrs. P. Barrett (Robin Campbell)—a son, born in April.

Mr. and Mrs. James Earle (Joan Wright)—a daughter (Elizabeth).

Mr. and Mrs. Henri Touzeau (Marie Ball)—a daughter (Elizabeth Marie).

Mr. and Mrs. David Elsum (Elizabeth Chambers) —a daughter (Amanda Jane), born on 5th June, 1962.

BEREAVEMENTS The Club extends its sympathy to the following Old Collegians who have suffered bereavements during the past year.

Mrs. R. S. Andrews (May Waitt), who lost her husband in October, 1961.

Mrs. J. A. Piccoli (Freda Edwards), whose husband died at Boort in January, 1962.

Mrs. C. Farrar Hutton (Ena Bee), for the loss of her mother on 10th January, 1961, and Eril and Airdrie their grandmother.

Mrs. Arnold (Lurline Keck), whose father died on 31st July, 1961.

Mrs. R. L. Hales (Grace Waite), for the loss of her husband on 25th June, 1961.

Mrs. A. B. McCutcheon (Doris Gault), whose husband died on 4th April, 1962.

Mrs. George Batten (Elma Stafford), whose husband died in August, 1961.

Mrs. David Stewart (Margaret Abrahams), for the loss of her brother, Max, on 12th December, 1961.

Mrs. Jarman (Alison Lemmon), whose father died on 24th August, 1961.

Ada Currer, for the loss of her mother on 15th December, 1961.

Mrs. J. F. Williams (Dorothy Holding), Mrs. E. M. Harris (Mollie Holding) and M«rjorie Holding, whose father died on 27th July, 1961.

69 Mrs. Newnham (Joan Eltis) and Mrs. Lumley (Barbara Eltis), for the loss of their mother on 26th April, 1961.

Mrs. Stranger (Phyllis Silvers) and Mrs. Whalen (Isobel Silvers), whose mother died on 5th November, 1961.

Mrs. Denton (Mary Duggleby) and Ruth Duggleby, whose mother died on 19th April, 1961.

Mrs. Geoffrey Greenbaum (Betty Scarlett), for the loss of her father on 11th May, 1962.

Mrs. Butler (Katie Cornell) and Lena Cornell, whose mother died on 5th June, 1961.

Mrs. K. Hill (Margaret Hale), Mrs. Reg Wellings (Joan Hale), for the loss of their mother on 8th January, 1961.

Mrs. Johnson (Gwen Sayce) and Mrs. James (Mollie Savce), whose mother died on 18th April, 1962.

Mrs. W. B. Miller (Dorothy Reseigh), Mrs. J. P. Champion (Betty Reseigh) and Mrs. A. K. Horman (Roma Reseigh), whose brother died on 31st August, 1961.

Mrs. Price (Marjorie King) and Elsa King, whose mother died on 11th February, 1961.

Mrs. Hill (Vear Jolly), Mrs. Cook (Marion Jolly and Jean Jolly, whose mother died on 27th February, 1962. Mrs. Hickman (Cecily Cook), Mrs. Cross (Lesley Cook), Neerim Cook, Mrs. Gilbert (Frances Hill), Gay Hill and Glenis Jolly, for the loss of their grandmother.

Mrs. B. Jackson (Kathleen Vimpani) and Mrs. Fred Kennett (Doreen Vimpani), on the loss of their mother and father within a few months of each other.

Mrs. Rowley Keller (Frances Woolhouse), whose father died on 12th April, 1962.

Mrs. L. Kempson (Dorothy Thomas), Mrs. C. Dixson (Sylvia Thomas) and Mrs. A. Oakley (Joyce Thomas) and Mabs Thomas, for the loss of their father on 13th May, 1962.

Mrs. R. Calwell (Constance Mellor), whose mother died on 30th September, 1961.

Hilda Brown, Mrs. R. Farnsworth (Enid Brown) and Mrs. G. Charters (Rona Brown), for the loss of their father in July, 1960.

Audrey Carter, for the loss of her mother in January, 1962.

Mrs. Fred Gamble (Jean Apperley), who lost her husband in May, 1962.

Mrs. S. Urwing (Beryl Towler), whose husband died in November, 1961.

Mrs. A. Chegwin (Dorothy Mann) for the loss of her father in May, 1962.

Mrs. Ellison (Mary Hanna) whose aunt, Mrs. McKenzie (Ethel Pascoe) died on 30th May, 1961, at Kerang.

Mrs. W. A. Shum (Edith Moore) for the loss of her husband in September, 1961.

Mrs. Marsh (Barbara Harrison), Mrs. Light (Beth Harrison) and Heather Harrison whose father died on 30th May, 1962.

Mrs. F. Cornell (Edna Pryor), whose stepson Alan died on 23rd June, 1962.

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METHODIST LADIES' COLLEGE OLD COLLEGIANS' CLUB Statement of Receipts and Payments for Year Ended 31st December, 1961 PAYMENTS.

RECEIPTS. Balance at Bank, 1 / 1 / 6 1 Subscriptions Badges Receipts, Social F u n c t i o n s — C o f f e e Party College D a y Guest Speaker Evening , Garden Party

£595 435 40

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7 2 5

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Functions—

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1962.

METHODIST LADIES' COLLEGE OLD COLLEGIANS' CLUB LIFE MEMBERSHIP ACCOUNT Statement of Accounts for year ended 31st December, 1961.

RECEIPTS. T o Balance, 1 / 1 / 6 1 „ Subscriptions „ Interest— C o m m o n w e a l t h Bonds .

S.E.C. State Savings Bank .

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In presenting the Statement of Receipts and Expenditure of the Club I would like to point out that the Bank Balance of £ 8 5 6 / 8 / 8 will later be reduced by the cost of the Magazine.

Other items of expenditure usually included in this Statement but not paid until January are as follows—

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Silver and Qreen

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Silver and Green utyp H a g a z u t ? o f 0 % iUptfyofctet ICabwa' (Eollpge' t ^ m t t h n r n

DECEMBER, 1961.

Editor: Helen Conochie Sub-Editor: Elizabeth Murray-More.

Committee: Miss D . M. Cerutty, Miss J, Snelling; Margaret Almond, Shirley Ashton, Elida Brereton, Jennifer Connor, Laurel Coultas, Cecilia Focken, Lorna Hamer, Claire Henderson, Leonie Hodges, Kathryn Humphrey, Meredith Hunkin, Margaret Isom, Elwyn Keown, Solway Love, Judith McDonald, Dianne McLachlsn, Jennifer Mills, Hermione St. John Smith, Lorraine Sherlock, Sue Thomas, Jocelyn Timewell, Beris Turnley,

Editorial "Why art thou cast down, O my soul ?

Why art thou disquieted within me ?

Hope thou in God, For I shall yet praise Him W h o is the health of my countenance And my God." In these words from the forty-second Psalm, David has expressed from his innermost heart an acknowledgment of his faith in God and the words he used are still applicable today. David was troubled and depressed at times, as we are now, yet, no matter what happened, his complete trust in God made him able to say: "Hope thou in God, for I shall yet praise Him." Throughout history, and especially at the present time, there have been many millions of people in the world troubled by their contemporary situation. With the crisis in Berlin, the position in Africa, and conditions in other parts of the world, with the feeling of racial discrimination between black and white, with the threat of war so imminent, with the loss of a great leader in the United Nations, men everywhere have forgotten that even in times of tur-

moil like ours God can still be "the health of our countenance and our God." Perhaps where God has not been entirely forgotten there is the feeling that He has rejected His children.

But did not Christ promise to His disciples, and to us, "Lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world ?" God is with us all the time, no matter where we are, or what difficulty or joy we are experiencing.

As young people we are not directly concerned with the crisis in Berlin or in Africa, the problem of racial discrimination nor the present position of the United Nations, but we too have our doubts and troubles.

If, as today's youth, and as tomorrow's leaders, we can put our trust in God as King David did, we too shall be able to echo his age-old words : " W h y art thou cast down, O my soul ?

Why art thou disquieted within me ?

Hope thou in God, For I shall yet praise Him W h o is the health of my countenance And my God,"

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Principal's Message I have been asked to include a message in "Silver and Green." It can be expressed in one word—"Loyalty." " L , " the central letter in "M.L.C.," may stand for the central fact of life—Loyalty. The girls of whom the School is most proud are those who are loyal to the School while they are here and after they leave. Some of them may not have won distinctions in any field—studies, sport, music, or any other particular field—but they are true M.L.C. girls always.

It is this same spirit of loyalty to parents and home that we find in loyal M.L.C. girls.

You may occasionally feel that the School, or your home, has its troubles and you may disagree for a moment with what either of them is doing; but you are implicitly loyal to your home and School if you are true daughters of your home and sincerely attached to the School.

You are loyal, not only to your friends, or to other people associated with the School just as persons, but you are loyal to what the School teaches and what it does. Your loyalty is proved by your faithfully representing Christian ideals as taught at M.L.C. both now and in the future.

You will find some people who sneer at loyalties and who like to think they are uncommitted at every point — free from loyalty to the nation, to the Church, to home or to any other institution. Such people become unreliable as friends and dissatisfied with themselves eventually; they lack foundations in life and aims for living.

Your basic loyalty is loyalty to Christ. M.L.C. has helped to lead you to this. Without taking away your right to form your opinions, the School has sought to introduce you to Christ as Saviour and Lord of your life, as Friend and Guide of your future. Be loyal to Him now and always.

A. H A R O L D W O O D , Principal.

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School Dlarq Saturday 15th : The M.L.C. and M.C.E.G.G.S. girls were friendly rivals in baseball and tennis matches.

February: Tuesday 7th : The beginning of term I. Friday 10th: Combined Societies—in open period representatives spoke about the activities of the various school societies.

Saturday 22nd : The Athletic Sports proved to be a most enjoyable day for all concerned, especially for the successful Berry-ites.

The R. W . Nevile wing was opened by the Minister of Education, the Honourable T. S. Bloomfield.

Tuesday 25th : The Anzac Day tion Service.

Friday 17th : School service and the induction of Prefects and Associate Prefects, in the Assembly Hall.

The Women's World Day of was held in the Chapel.

Prayer Service

Friday 24th : The well-known economist, Mr. Roddick, spoke on the subject of International Banking, under the auspices of the U.N.A. The election of House Officers for 1961.

Commemora-

Friday 28th : Matriculation examinations.

May: Friday 5th : Under the auspices of the U.N.A. Mr. James W e b b , Warden for Union House, Melbourne University, spoke on Africa, giving a brief resume of European Colonial Policies and of the situation today.

Sunday 7th : The Annual Church Service at the Auburn Methodist Church conducted by Dr. W o o d .

March Friday 3rd : The Swimming Sports resulted in a win for Berry.

Tuesday 7th : An inter-school S.C.M. tea and service was held at M.C.E.G.G.S.

Wednesday 10th: Under the baton of Mr. G. Logie-Smith, the Scotch College and M.L.C. choirs gave a magnificent performance of Handel's "The Messiah."

Thursday 11th: The Hawthorn Town Hall.

Teenagers'

Dance

at

Friday 10th : In the first House debate Cato defeated Fitchett on the subject, "The Study of Science should be Australia's foremost Educational Objective."

Friday 12th : A Shakespeare Day Concert was performed in the Assembly Hall.

Saturday 11th : M.L.C. baseball and tennis teams had mixed success in their matches against P.L.C.

During the holidays a number of girls attended S.C.M. camps at Belgrave Heights.

Friday 17th : On behalf of the S.C.M. the Rev. John Westerman spoke about Methodist Social Service work.

Saturday 18th : Our baseball and tennis teams keenly contested matches with girls from The Hermitage.

Friday 24th : In an excellent debate, Berry convinced Tiddeman that "Modern Civilisation was not a Failure."

Saturday 25th : Our baseball teams competed with more success than did the tennis teams, in the matches against Morongo.

Tuesday 2 9 t h : The School Communion vice was held in the Chapel.

Ser-

Wednesday 29th : Recess for Easter.

April: Wednesday 5th : School resumed after Easter break.

Saturday 8 th: College D a y — O l d Collegians visited the school and competed against the present girls in baseball and tennis.

The end of term I.

Tuesday 30th : Beginning of term II.

June: Friday 2nd : Under the auspices of the S.C.M. a member of our staff, Miss Wilkinson, spoke on the subject of Worship.

Thursday 8th-Friday 9th :An inter-house Drama Festival was held for the first time. Each House put on a short play, Cato House winning by a narrow margin.

Friday 9 t h : On behalf of the U.N.A., Mr. Trevor Pyeman, External Relations Officer for the Department of Civil Aviation gave an interesting talk about the International Civil Aviation Organisation.

Sunday 11th : The Berry House Service was held in the Chapel.

Friday 16th: Miss Dewey, Principal of Janet Clarke Hall, addressed the Assembly on Christian Principles in Education.

Saturday 17th : M.L.C. and Morongo teams played each other in hockey and basketball.

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Thursday 22nd: "Prefects' Review"—the Prefects and Associates gave an hilarious lunchtime concert.

Saturday 24th : Our basketball teams had more success than the hockey, in the matches against The Hermitage.

Friday 30th : Under the auspices of the U.N.A. Dr. Donald Rosanove, medical practitioner and skin specialist, recently returned from U.S.A., spoke on the subject of "Education in America."

July: Saturday 1st: M.L.C. and M.C.E.G.G.S. teams once again enthusiastically partook in hockey and basketball matches.

Monday 3rd : The commencement of the Leaving and Intermediate Examinations.

Sunday 16th : The Fitchett and Nevile House Service held in the Chapel.

Monday 17th : Mid-term holiday.

Tuesday 18th : Inter-school S.C.M. tea was held at Korowa.

Friday 21st: The Rev. E. M. Kippax spoke to the Assembly about the S.C.M. in schools.

Thursday 27th : Berry was victorious in the Senior House Music Contest which was judged

by Mr. Logie-Smith.

Friday 28th : In the last of the three interhouse debates Krome defeated Nevile on the subject, "That all Australian Television should be Government Operated."

Saturday 29th : In the hockey and basketball matches, P.L.C. proved to be too good for the majority of the M.L.C. teams.

August: Friday 4th : The Senior Music Recital was held in the Assembly Hall.

Thursday 10th : The Matriculation examinations.

Monday 21st: Inter-school S.C.M. tea at Ormiston.

Friday 25th : End of term II. During the holidays groups of girls went to the Barrier Reef and The Snowy Mountains.

Australia Asia.

and

our

relations

with

South-East

Sunday I7th : The Krome House Service in Fitchett Chapel.

Friday 22nd : Miss Betts showed excellent slides and gave a moving description of her personal experiences at the Passion Play of Oberammagau.

Thursday 28th : The School Play—Miss Dwyer produced a polished performance of Mrs. Gaskell's "Cranford."

Friday 29th : An S.C.M. Open Forum—a panel of four answered questions asked by the girls. This forum followed slides shown by Miss Bearlin, the schools' secretary of the A.S.C.M. October: Sunday 1st : The Cato House Service in the Chapel.

Wednesday 4th : The Music Staff Recital held in the Assembly Hall.

Sunday 8th : The Dedication of six stainedglass windows in Fitchett Chapel.

Thursday Contest.

26th :

The

Middle

House

Music

Sunday 29th: The Old Collegians' Service in Fitchett Chapel.

Annual

Monday 30th : Mid-term holiday.

November: Tuesday 7th : The Leaving and Intermediate examinations begin.

Thursday 16th : Fitchett Chapel.

Communion

Service

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Old Collegians visited the school for enrolling members.

Wednesday tions.

22nd :

Matriculation

examina-

December: Friday 1st: Parents' Day—Exhibition of Work.

September: Tuesday 10th : The beginning of term III. Friday 15th : Under the auspices of the U.N.A. the well-known Australian author and journalist, Mr. Denis Warner, spoke on the topic of

Sunday 3rd : Christmas Carol Service in the Chapel.

Thursday 7di : Senior Speech Day in Melbourne Town Hall.

—Elwyn Keown.

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School Activities Chapel

Notes

Infant

Among the Sunday evening services since last June have been the following special services : June 4th : 3XY Broadcast.

June Hth : Berry House Service.

July 16th : Fitchett and Nevile House Service.

September 17th : Krome House Service.

October 1st: Cato House Service.

October 22nd : 3AK Broadcast (11 a.m.), Reception of Church Members (7 p.m.).

October 29th : Old Collegians' Annual Service.

November 26th : 3XY Broadcast.

December 3rd : Christmas Carol Service.

New

Chapel

Windows

Baptisms

Jayne Andrea, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Bambit (nee Madeleine Jury) and Nigel Jeffrey, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Newman (nee Valerie Suter), on June 18th.

Philip Leslie, son of Mr. and Mrs. K. L. Litde (nee Joan Curson), on October 15.

Susan Gaye Mary, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. A. L. Wooldridge (nee Anne Goldsworthy), on October 22.

R e c e p t i o n of C h u r c h

Members

On Sunday evening, October 22nd, 20 boarders were received into membership of the Methodist Church on profession of faith. The anthem was "Take My Life and Let It Be" (Hintze-Bach); A Bible was presented to each of the girls. The parents of some of these girls had come considerable distances from the country in order to be present.

On Sunday afternoon, October 8th, new windows were dedicated in Fitchett Chapel.

Mrs. W. H. Fitchett (Old Collegian) generously gave five choir windows in memory of her husband, the late Dr. W. H. Fitchett,* and his father, the founder of M.L.C., the late Rev. Dr. W. H. Fitchett. These windows have the theme of Bach's music, "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," and show the Ascended Lord receiving the adoration of celestial singers, and widi the figures of St. John and St. Luke on the extreme right and left respectively of our Lord.

St. John, as historian and evangelist, commemorates the founder of M.L.C. who was both historian and evangelical preacher. St. Luke, physician, commemorates Dr. W. H. Fitchett, physician.

The 20 girls were the following : Diane Ashman, Jennifer Bossence, Rhonda Brown, Suzanne Chenoweth, Nola Cox, Jenefer Davies, Janice Fagg, Jane Griffiths, Pixie Harris, Jeanette Hodge, Isobel Hooper, Kay McCarroll, Jenifer Malseed, Valerie Malseed, Carol Martin, Fiona Milne, Cheryl Payne, Janice Pearce, Kay Robertson, Dianne Sloan.

The late Mrs. Lucy Kilvington (Old Collegian) had commissioned the placing of a porch memorial window before her death on May 14th last. This is in memory of her father, the late Rev. J. J. Watsford, for many years a member of M.L.C. Council and a close friend of Dr. Fitchett. This window illustrates the text from Psalm 121, "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills." Under the window the Old Collegians' Club Room Circle has placed a plaque in memory of Mrs. Kilvington who founded the Old Collegians' Club in 1904.

The weekly devotional meetings continued to be held each Wednesday morning before school in the Chapel, and all who attend are very grateful to Dr. Wood for his leadership.

Many Old Collegians attended the service which was conducted by the Principal and the Rev. S. M. Seymour. The choir, conducted by Miss Flockart and with Mr. John Eggington at the organ, sang "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," the theme of the choir windows, with Hilary Mansfield playing the oboe obligato.

Adult

Baptisms in

Fitchett

Chapel

Sheila Christine Adams, Jennifer Mildred Bossence, Rosetta Jane Griffidis, June Patricia Evans, Margot Isabel Freeman, on October 15th.

Devotional "God is our refuge and strength A very present help in trouble."

—Psalm 46 : 1.

During third term he has been reading and explaining several of the Psalms, and although these beautiful songs were written so long ago, they continue to convey their message to those who hear it. These Psalms show the faith of die pre-Christians and have been a great inspiration to us.

In the quietness of the Chapel, the diought of world peace is foremost in our minds and in the short time that we have together we are able to pray to God for both world and personal peace. We look forward to these weekly meetings for it is the only time during the week when both teachers and girls are able to join in fellowship, away from the busde of school activity.

—Margaret Almond.

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Weddings

Joan Risby, to Mr. John Hurlstone, on July 6th.

Jan Palmer, to Mr. Ian Campbell, on July 8th.

Rev. R. W. Allardice officiated.

Marie Atkinson-Griffin (nee Pattinson), to Mr. James C. P. Harris, on July 15th.

Dorothy Wong Dick, to Mr. Manu K. Patel, on July 15th.

Faye Bottomley, to Mr. Lindsay R. McKinnon, on July 29th.

Margot Petersen, to Mr. Graham Hunt, on August 5th. Rev. J. R. Lawton, of Stawell, officiated.

Faye Nicholas, to Mr. Stuart Roffey, on September 2nd.

Pamela Taylor, to Mr. Warren Wittey, on September 5th.

Viola Tsiang, to Mr. N. C. Wong, on September 9th.

Pamela Holland, to Mr. J. Wilson, on September 9th. Rev. W. S. Haddon officiated.

Janice McGregor, to Mr. N. J. Hobson, on September 15th.

Lesley Bonney, to Mr. R. J. Smith, on September 23rd.

Marilyn Carmichael, to Mr. David W. Jones, on September 23rd. Rev. T. J. Riddle officiated.

Janet Miller, to Mr. Brian Stewart Taylor, on October 7th.

Rosalie Adams, to Mr. Peter Johnston, on October 7th. Pastor H. Street officiated.

Christine Mock, to Mr. B. R. Prosser, on October 7th. Rev. J. Lavender officiated.

Elizabeth Field, to Mr. Ronald Hall, on October 9th.

Denise Stacey, to Mr. George Nicholls, on October 14th.

Lois Smith, to Mr. Bryan Conquest, on October 28th.

June Evans, to Mr. John Black, on October 30th.

Valerie Arnel, to Mr. Anthony John Bennett, on November 2nd.

Margaret Paton, to Mr. Geoffrey Clarke, on November 3rd.

Noelle Stevenson, to Mr. John Ronald Eveleigh, on November 4th.

Elwyn Hand, to Mr. Geoffrey Wardley, on November 4th. Rev. A. C. Milne, of Cobram, officiated.

Julie Smyth, to Mr. John Woolley, on November 11th. Padre D. Beyer, R.A.A.F., Point Cook, assisted the Principal.

Jennifer Pittard, to Mr. Richard E. Conradi, on November 11th.

Diane Turner, to Mr. Howard Spencer, on November 11th.

Lorna Anderson, to Mr. Thomas F. Knowles, on November 18th.

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LIBRARY A N D M A G A Z I N E C O M M I T T E E .

Back Row (left to rijht): Solway Love, Cecilia Focken, Claire Henderson, Beris Tm-nley, Margaret Isom, Margaret Almond, Elwyn Keown, Kathryn Humphrey, Susan Thomas, Jennifer Mills, Elizabeth Murray-More (Sub-Editor), Alison Wylie, Heather Blarney.

Front Row: Hermione St. John Smith, Leonie Hodges, Meredith Hunkin, Jennifer Connor, Shirley Ashton, Helen Conochie (Editor), Gayle Larkins (Librarian), Elida Brereton, Denise Patterson, Faye Wharington, Margaret Dunn, Bronwyn Jones.

SILVER AND GREEN X." Jean Reside, to Mr. Colin McKenzie, on November 18th.

Dr. Wood officiated at the marriage of Cherril Greenwood, to Mr. A. J. Randies, on September 30th at Box Hill Methodist Church, with the Rev. G. D. Brimacombe assisting.

Dr. Wood assisted the father of the bride at the marriage of Rosalie Alexander, to Mr. J. L. Hudson at Yann Street Methodist Church, South Preston, on November 17th.

S.C.M. Notes This year's S.C.M. activities have been both stimulating and challenging—stimulating because of the varied programme, giving us the opportunity to meet and mix with members of S.C.M. from other schools, and challenging because of the varied and thought-provoking speakers and discussion groups.

During the year we have become more aware of the international aspect of our movement and the part our school groups can play in this wider vision.

As a step towards this broader thinking of international membership, the numerous interschool functions have played a constructive part.

The welcome and hospitality of each hostess school at the inter-school teas, and the friendliness at inter-school socials, as well as the inspiring talks of guest speakers at the services have been particularly valuable towards this goal.

The fun and frustrations of the S.C.M. holiday camps held this year have been a wonderful opportunity for fellowship with other S.C.M.ers and truly "an experiment in Christian living."

From all accounts, the time spent at the camp during September holiday will never be forgotten, particularly some of the more exciting experiences, for example, getting lost in the bush while on a hike to the Blue Mountains. Other enjoyable activities at camp included a moonlight hike, barbecue, concert and many singsongs.

On the more serious side of camp, study circles and talks by leaders, proved to be very challenging. Many hours were spent in discussion based on the study book, "Jesus Christ the Light of the World."

Our main feature for this year in school activities has been our study circles. These took place weekly during second term with large numbers of girls attending. Matriculation girls used the study book "God's Purpose for Human Life—a Study of Ephesians," while Leaving and Diploma girls' choice of study was the "Sermon on the Mount."

In each study circle these books were used only as a basis for much wider discussion which was greatly appreciated by and of great interest to both girls and members of staff who so ably led these circles.

The Intermediate section of our S.C.M. has met in one large group and each week they have had a short period of worship together, followed

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by discussion led by Miss Lardner and Mr. Seymour. We hope that the growing interest and enthusiasm of this group will continue in future years.

Our guest speakers this year during open period have been very interesting and given us all much food for serious thought. The opportunity to hear these speakers has not only been appreciated by S.C.M. members but by all those who have been present during open periods.

The "open forums" which took the form of questions, submitted by the girls and answered by a panel or a leader deserve particular mention and we hope that this type of S.C.M. activity will continue next year as they were found to be of great benefit to all who participated.

A warm and sincere thanks must go to the members of staff who have supported our movement by leading our study circles and who have, by their devoted interest, made our S.C.M. aims a reality.

The final activity for M.L.C. S.C.M. this year was the service held in Fitchett Chapel. This was for those girls leaving the last opportunity to worship with fellow S.C.M.'ers at school, but for others the awareness of their responsibilities to continue the activities of the S.C.M. in our school—the aims for these activities being— "To confront students with Jesus Christ and His Gospel and to lead them to commit themselves to Him and His way of Life. To help them to grow in His likeness and in the understanding of the Christian faith and to unite them in the fellowship of His Church and in the devotion of their whole lives to the service of the Kingdom of God." —Rosslyn Cock (Secretary S.C.M.).

United

Nations

Undoubtedly, one of the greatest tragedies in the history of the United Nations occurred on September 17th this year, when the plane carrying the Secretary-General, Mr. Dag Hammarskjoeld, crashed in Northern Rhodesia, killing all those aboard. This meant that as the 16th Session of the General Assembly was opened in New York, it was confronted with the seemingly difficult task of finding a new leader—a leader unbiased in his ideas, acceptable to all members, and willing to continue the task commenced by Mr. Trigve Lie, and so ably developed by the late Mr. Hammarskjoeld.

Owing to the arrangement that S.C.M. be held every Wednesday in Term II, United Nations activities within the school were limited to the Friday morning open periods. These addresses were continued in Term III, together with our Wednesday fortnightly meetings.

The next inter-school function during second term was the third All-Day Conference, held this year at Wesley College. The subject, "Too Little Food for Too Many People," was divided into two sections, each section being the subject of a separate address. The first lecture was given

by Miss Jean McNaughton, and the second by Mr. C. G. Woods, both speakers coming from

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the Melbourne University. Following each, the Conference separated into various discussion groups, from which came the ideas and opinions included in the chairman's summing up.

The first open period speaker for second term was Mr. Trevor Pyeman, External Relations Officer from the Department of Civil Aviation.

His subject was ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation), which is an organisation belonging to the "U.N. Family," and has as its objective the facilitation of international aviation.

Several weeks later, the school enjoyed an informative address by Dr. Ronald Rosanove about "Education in America." An interesting comparison made by Dr. Rosanove was that between Victoria and Minnesota, a State similar in size and population to our own, but which has 23 universities, with 60,000 students!

W e were most fortunate that Mr. Denis Warner, eminent journalist and well-known authority on South-East Asia was able to speak to us at the beginning of third term. Concluding a most interesting address about Australia's relations with South-East Asia, he stressed the fact that it was the responsibility of Australia's youth, our responsibility, to help progress towards better living standards in the under-developed countries and to promote understanding and better relations with our northern neighbours.

In the final open period for 1961, the speaker was Miss Parsons, who gave a most enjoyable address, illustrated by slides, on the subject of youth hostels in Europe. In these hostels, the mingling of young people from so many different countries must surely dispel intolerance, lead to international understanding, and be a considerable influence towards world peace.

United Nations' Day, October 24th, was observed with a morning address by Dr. Wood, and the lunch-time screening of two films, one on the banning of atomic war, the other depicting activities of U.N.E.S.C.O. Throughout the year, committee members have attended the inter-school meetings; and we extend thanks to these girls and the many odiers, who have supported our U.N. activities.

In particular, sincere thanks are expressed to Mrs. Ashton for her work as president.

Finally, as we think of the critical state of the world, and pray for international understanding, trust and peace, we recall the words of Henry Baker : "O God of love, O King of peace, Make wars throughout the world to cease; The wrath of sinful man restrain : Give peace, O God, give peace again."

—Barbara Pollard.

Social Service

Notes

At the conclusion of another successful year in social service work, our thanks go to Miss Howie, other members of staff and Farm Social Service Captains, for giving their muchappreciated assistance.

The sum total received from Term II collections amounted to £384/13/- and this was distributed among many missions and institutions.

The sale of buttons for the "Conscience Calling" Appeal realised £46/13/-.

The result of the Annual Egg Appeal was satisfactory, 5 boxes of eggs and £23/16/- being gratefully received by Epworth Hospital.

As in previous years, many girls voluntarily gave their services to the Fitzroy and Carlton Missions, during die September holidays, where they assisted children between the ages of six and fourteen to usefully occupy their vacation.

The help given to the missions throughout the year by a few girls, one afternoon a week, was gratefully acknowledged. It is hoped that next year more girls will participate in this service to the community.

—Barbara Day. Dramatic

Art

The climax of the Dramatic Society's year was the evening of September 28th, when after many weeks of preparation, "Cranford" was at last ready for presentation.

"Cranford" from behind the scenes, was far from the sedate and prim atmosphere that was conveyed to the audience. However, the performance ran smoothly and even the previously elusive "St. James' Chronicle" appeared in the right scene at the right moment !

Although we believe that all who attended the School Play thoroughly enjoyed it, their pleasure cannot be compared with that of the cast. In our rehearsals of the play, we not only leamt many new and interesting aspects of stagecraft, and how to work together as a team, but we came to know one another much better.

Of course, there was a great deal of work involved, but as it is said—"If a play is worth doing, it is worth doing well," and the satisfaction and the knowledge we have gained were worth it.

The stage set for "Cranford" was a delightful feature of the play and we are grateful to Mr. Snelling and Mr. Castles who constructed it, and thus helped us to create more vividly Miss Jenkyns' parlour in the early nineteenth century.

A special tribute must be paid to Miss Dwyer who, with skilful production, moulded schoolgirls of 1961 into the Cranford ladies of 1830.

We sincerely thank her for all she has done for the Dramatic Society, and for the school.

—Judith Macdonald.

Art

of

Speech

"We talked with open hearts and tongue Affectionate and true A pair of friends."

—Wordsworth.

The gift of speech is, as these lines suggest, a wonderful blessing. Yet how few people learn to use this gift properly! W e speak more frequently than we perform any other action, but the sounds we make are often far from pleasant.

SILVER AND GREEN M.L.C. girls are given opportunities to improve their speech through English Speaking classes and it is very gratifying to see more and more students enrolling for special tuition in the Speech School. These pupils would like to take this opportunity of thanking the members of the speech staff for their wonderful work and it is only natural that Miss Dwyer be given a special mention because of her sympathetic aid to girls and her devotion to the school. Thank you, Miss Dwyer !

The latter half of the year is a busy one for everyone and extra activities are invariably the first to feel the effects. However, the speech school has continued to flourish, being closely allied with the production of the school play and arranging a performance, for the Methodist Conference Garden Party, depicting the foundation of our College.

The five girls who formed our verse group at the Annual Church Service attended the general meeting of the Methodist Conference and delivered a series of meditations on the Scriptures.

The commencement of Term III and the consequent Conservatorium exams proved again that speech students are maintaining a high standard. Mr. K. Hudson was the examiner and his opinion of the work may be estimated from the list of results in the front of this magazine.

We hope that this year's marks are only a faint reflection of the achievements in store for next.

—Shirley Ashton.

Speech and

Drama

Results

Preliminary : Honours : Patricia Horrocks, Angela Gast, Kaye Borgeest.

Credit : Carolyn Philpot, Janice Guest, Gail Jackson, Susan Cooper, Judith Thomas, Rochelle Schetzer, Beverley Fisk, Margaret Johns, Pamela Wilkeson, Rhonda Toop, Marjorie Funston, Robyn Kilgour, Jennifer McBean, Marilyn Anderson, Elizabeth Chambers, Janine Selleck.

Pass: Segal.

Alison Nevile,

Anne

Gorewicz,

Anne

First Grade : Honours : Trudi Kenealy, Jennifer Howell.

Credit : Carol White, Jennifer Davidson, Anne Canham, Jocelyn Kalwig, Barbara Warton.

Pass: Penelope Ferguson, Elizabeth Ingham, Judith Lillywhite, Carole Leonard, Estelle Halperin, Lorraine Jackling, Shirley Thomas.

Second Grade : Honours : Suzanne Williams, Margot Brenton, Nan Brown, Pamela Ruffley.

Credit : Leonie McKay, Laurel Coultas, Shane Turnley, Veryan Charters, Rosalie Hill, Ruth Paynter.

Pass : Philippa Duncan, Elizabeth Jeffrey, Jillian Thomson, Marian Mitchell, Llewellyn Johns.

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Third Grade : Honours : Anne Conde, Jane Salthouse.

Credit: Alison Wylie, Shirley Ashton, Mary McCord, Kaye Bradbury.

Fourth Grade—Practical: Credit: Gwyneth Wilson, Terrie King.

Theory : Sixth Grade—Practical : Credit: Susan Nevile.

Theory : (Theory not yet published.)

Debating

Society

The main aspect of debating in the second half of the year has been the Leaving inter-form debates. These were conducted in the same way as the inter-house contests, the winner being judged from the three heats. S.V.F. convinced S.V.B. "that a system of private enterprise is not preferable to one of public ownership." S.V.D. defeated S.V.E. in affirming "that Australia's immigration policy is not suited to the nation's needs," and S.V.C. defeated S.V.A. on the topic "that equal pay should be given for equal work."

On the marks basis, S.V.D. proved the winners with 78 points. Our thanks go to Miss Sutton, Miss Hotchin and Mrs. Tyler for their adjudication.

The final inter-house debate was held in second term between Nevile and Krome, resulting in a victory for Krome, taking the negative of the topic "that all Australian television should be Government operated." Their final total of 74 was, however, insufficient to beat Berry, who are the worthy winners of inter-house debating for 1961.

Early in Term II we were invited to an afternoon round-table debate at M.C.E.G.G.S., and we reciprocated in Term III. The atmosphere at both debates was pleasantly informal and discussion was quite lively at times. Round-table debates and impromptu speech-making lunchtime sessions have been held, and although attendance has in some cases been small, this has often meant a more spirited and personal discussion.

Although the activities of the society have been somewhat limited this year by not having evening debates, it is hoped that these may be resumed next year and that the Debating Society may continue to function in the school.

—Heather

French

McLean.

Activities

This year the French activities have been many and varied. In the first competition conducted by "Le Courrier Australien," M.L.C. gained three prizes and the school has had continued success in the subsequent competitions.

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The following girls are to be congratulated on their success in recent competitions : 1st Prize : Diana Weekes.

2nd Prizes: Deloraine Watters (equal), Anne Gray,

Keegel, Helen Eda Puksmann.

3rd Prize : Norma Morriss.

The school was pleased to be asked to record some French songs for Radio Paris. In second term a choir was formed and trained by the Senior Singing Mistress, Miss J. H. Elton, and the Senior French Master, Mr. L. A. Hickman.

The songs were recorded on the last day of second term. These songs were repeated at the Schools' Night at Melbourne University, in third term, and at the Concert by members of the music staff and girls, in the Assembly Hall. The songs were : 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

C'est la mere Michel.

Ma Normandie.

En passant par la Lorraine.

Que re suis-je la fougere ?

Jeunes flllettes.

Many girls have French penfriends, from whom they learn how French boys and girls express themselves in writing about everyday doings and this is a welcome adjunct to classwork.

There has been great interest shown in the Alliance Francaise competitions this year. W e are grateful to Mile. Bracquart and Mr. Hickman for their help in preparing us in poetry, dictee, reading and conversation.

Intermediate : Honourable Mentions : Ellwyn Balmer, Janet Dick, Sally-Ann Gillman, Sandra Hocking, Margaret McCarthy, Jane Salthouse, Helen Vorrath.

Leaving : Honourable Mentions : Alison Burnell, Claire McAfee, Fairlie Winston.

Matriculation : Helen Conochie, second prize; Jennie Bond, equal third prize.

Honourable Mentions : Glenys Haack, Meredith Hunkin, Annette L. Meller, Vivien Zoltak.

—Jennie Bond.

Boarders'

Notes

During terms II and III we were sorry to lose the services of Miss Barlee, Sisters Griffiths and Mcintosh and Miss Clarke as members of resident staff. However, we extend a warm welcome to Miss Carter, Miss Wilson and Sisters Dallas and Nash.

Monday, May 29th : The beginning of term II. Friday, June 16th : Our 79th birthday, which was celebrated in the traditional fashion.

Saturday, July 22nd : The Boarders' Dance— a highly successful evening! Thanks to Gill Holloway and others for their efficient organisation.

Sunday, August 6th : We were again visited at lunch by Mr. and Mrs. Waite, of Auburn Methodist Church.

Forty Wesley College boarders were present at the evening chapel service and afterwards at supper. This was another highly successful evening.

W e extend thanks to Miss Gottschalk and Miss Schouten for all they have done for the club.

Thursday, August 24th : Many seniors attended the Matriculation Dance which was held in the Assembly Hall.

Monday, September 11th : Return to school with renewed vigour and resolution to face the fate-deciding term.

Saturday, September 30th : Three bus loads of boarders journeyed to Hanging Rock near Mt. Macedon for the annual Boarders' Picnic. The day was a most enjoyable one despite the fact that we almost returned to school without two of our number who had, in their explorations, been deserted by their sense of direction.

Finally, hearty congratulations to all who competed in the Goethe Poetry Prize Competition, and we wish all of you, especially the younger ones, best of luck in future competitions.

Sunday, October 22nd : A number of boarders were received into Church Membership and presented with Bibles at the evening service in Fitchett Chapel.

German

Club

The club has had a successful and informative second term. We heard a very interesting talk on "Melbourne and Hamburg" by Miss Gottlieb, and later in the year, a talk with slides of Hamburg.

Newsreel films have again been a great attraction, they include something for almost every taste and the attendances have been good.

Those successful in the competition were : Junior : Carmel Fryde, equal first prize.

Honourable Mentions : Jillian Alexander, Jennifer Ellett, Judith Lilywhite, Gabrielle Trenchard-Smith.

Sub-Intermediate : Honourable Mentions : Radford.

Rosemary

Lea,

Ann

Sunday, December 3rd : Christmas Carol Service in the Chapel.

W e again thank Dr. Wood, Mr. Seymour, Miss Flockart and Mr. Eggington for their leadership in our Chapel services, which have been an inspiration to us throughout the year.

Finally, I must thank the House Prefects, the resident staff and particularly Miss Cowper for all they have done. I hope next year will be a very successful one.

—June Jelbart.

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Music

School

Notes

"This is the luxury of music — It touches every key of memory And stirs all the hidden springs Of sorrow and of joy.

I love it for what it makes me forget, And for what it makes me remember."

The Music School has continued the second half of this year with a very busy programme.

Mr. Graham Bickford, a member of the Victorian Symphony Orchestra, has joined the staff to teach French horn. Miss Phyllis Todner and Mr. John Eggington have been relieving during the -bsence of Miss Walklate and Miss Mellor.

The school has acquired new orchestral instruments and is building up a stock of teaching music. Piano music has been presented to the Music School by Mrs. Cook. Further donations would be appreciated.

There have been seven piano classes diis term which is evidence of their value. Quite a number of girls from these classes sat for exams and did very well. These piano groups will demonstrate on Parents' Day in the piano classroom. W e hope that girls who are interested will join violin or cello classes next year.

W e wish to congratulate Meredith Hunkin and Alison McAllister on gaining their A Mus. Since their examinations they have delighted everyone with lunchtime recitals of their works.

The orchestra, under the capable baton of Mr. Blomfield, presented a lunchtime recital in June.

The programme included original compositions

by Mr. Blomfield and by Margaret Higginbottom.

A very successful Senior Music Recital was held on August 4th and the programme was of a high standard. Items included six concertos and

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several ensembles.

The orchestra rendered "Minuet" from Surprise Symphony by Haydn, "Air and Rondo in D Minor" by Purcell, and "Fantasie on a Traditional Scottish Tune" by Mr. Blomfield. The works presented by the Senior Madrigal Group and Senior Choir were most attractive, the latter including "Coronach"—a highland lament by Schubert and "Hear My Prayer, O Lord" by Mendelssohn.

The "A. E. Floyd Inter-House Music Contest" was the highlight of July. Dr. Floyd has adjudicated our contest for 30 years and this year w e were sorry that he was unable to be with us because of ill-health. However, Mr. G. LogieSmith, of Scotch College, is to be commended for his work and Berry congratulated on gaining first place.

This year, at the request of the A.B.C., a group of girls from Senior Choir made a recording of several French songs for Radio Paris to be broadcast throughout France.

On October 5th a concert by music staff and students was presented in the Assembly Hall.

Although there was but a small audience, the items were of exceptionally high standard. They included piano solos by Miss May Clifford, Mr. Mack Jost and Mr. Ronald Farren-Price, a flute solo by Miss Phyllis Todner, a trio by Miss Hermia Barton (violin), Miss Peers Coetmore (cello) and Mr. Mack Jost (piano). The girls taking part were Leonie Hodges (violin), Solway Love (flute) and Margaret Higginbottoni (piano), Dawn Coldrey and Patricia Ballantyne (a vocal duet). The Madrigal Group presented arias from Handel's "Messiah," and the French Choir sang.

This year the Methodist Conference held a Combined Conference Rally in the Melbourne Town Hall on October 18th. The Senior Choir rendered two numbers—"Great is Jehovah" and "Hear My Prayer, O Lord," as well as leading the singing of the hymns.

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In conclusion we offer sincere thanks to Mr. Ingram, Miss Elton and all the members of the music staff for guidance, help and perserverance.

—Lynette A.M.E.B.

Results

Peters.

1961

Pianoforte Meredith Hunkin,

A.Mus.A.: Alison McAllister.

Grade VII.—Honours : Glennis Barclay, Karin White.

Credit : Wilma Dreverman, Fiona Fairweather.

Grade VI.—Honours : Helen Broadbent, Margaret Harry, Jill Bartlett.

Credit : Janice Cockrem.

Grade V.—Honours : Margaret Cameron, Judith Manley, Barbara Thornton, Helen Watson.

Credit : Diana Bell, Heather Coleman, Lorna Morton, Christina Rule, Margaret Sprott, Terrell Taylor, Jillian Elliott, Julie Jame, Diane Gairns, Meredith Ackland, Roslyn Brereton, Margaret Lavender, Marilyn Veitch. Pass : Virginia Kirton, Ellwyn Balmer, Petal Keegel, Jenifer Smith, Erin Heath.

Grade IV.—Honours : Jill Cumming, Margaret Crossan, Meredith McCutcheon, Leonie Hawthorn, Susan Fisher, Isobel Hooper, Margaret Isom, Fiona Milne, Caroline Piccoli. Credit : Marie Boag, Judith Wells, Margaret Costello, Ula Jones, Margaret McBean, Felicity Chenu, Kaye Tully, Diane Bailey, Betsy McKinlay. Pass : Mary Grills, Diane Wishart, Wendy Dixon.

Grade III.—Honours : Bronwyn Woodall, Ann Norman, Jennifer Green, Rosemary Allen. Credit : Helen Lavender, Kaye Bolwell, Helen Lechte, Glenda Mace, Gwenda James, Jan Powell. Pass : Margaret Brittingham, Pamela Spry, Marion Mitchell, Jennese Blakie, Gwenyth Jenkins.

Grade II.—Honours : Mary Lahore, Sally Corbett, Andrea Goldsmith, Vera Kho, Alison White, Gwenda James, Helen Moon.

Credit : Janice Brown, Helen Knight, Vicky Molloy, Robyn Pillar, Pauline Hogg, Claire Lapthorne, Rosalind Hardman, Josephine Vandeleur, Jillian Newey, Helen Allardice, Celeste Touzeau, Susan Winter. Pass : Rose Borenstein, Jennifer Yates, Judith Neilson, Vivienne Morton, Judith Morrow, Julie Nairn, Susan Stanfield, Stephanie Wort.

Grade I.—Honours : Jillian Uden, Judith Kennett, Phyllis Dorey, Jeanette Ferguson, Alyson Creaser, Jillian Brown, Sandra Bennett, Leonie Carruthers, Margaret Knee, Rosalind Mann, Robyn Thorpe.

Credit : Lin Louey, Leonie Spargo, Charlotte Glover, Cheryl Woodward, Lyndall Gunn, Marion Gauy, Willy Kho, Margaret Thomson, Susan Funston, Diane Koetsveld.

Preliminary Grade.—Honours : Margaret Levy, Kerin Brown, Ann Chenhall, Susan Muir, Meredyth Hughes, Christine Kho, Rosamunde Duncan, Lise Jennings, Miriam Jilbert, Elizabeth Matenson, Janice Alexander, Jill Batten, Madeleine Harford, Helen Goold, Robyn Patterson.

Credit : Jennifer Barcham, Elizabeth Brown, Robyn Grimwade, Faye Zmood, Bronwyn Butter-

worth, Judith Kennett, Dianne Harding, Margaret Knee, Jan Sullivan. Pass : Carole Amey, Myrel Lipman.

Viola Grade IV.—Credit : Helen Jemison, Heather Coleman.

Cello Grade V.—Honours : Denise Deerson. Credit : Robyn Langford.

Organ Grade VII.—Credit : Margaret

Higginbottom.

Violin Grade VII.—Credit : Claire Farmer.

Grade V.—Credit : Barbara Fisher.

Grade IV.—Credit : Rosalie Atkins. Pass > Christine Adams.

Grade III.—Credit : Anne Sterling. Pass : Elizabeth Matenson.

Grade II—Pass : Glenise Daniels, Marjorie Funston.

Grade I.—Credit : Elizabeth Vincent.

Oboe Grade V.—Honours : Hilary Mansfield.

Flute Grade VII.—Honours : Marion Wilcock.

Grade VI.—Credit : Merrilie Matenson.

Grade V.—Credit : Margaret Coulson.

Grade IV.—Credit : Susan Hutchins, Lorna Hamer.

Grade III.—Honours : Una Parsons, Elizabeth Parsons.

Clarinet Grade IV.—Credit : Diana Martin.

Grade III.—Credit : Helen Vorrath.

Trumpet Grade III.—Honours : Diane Gairns.

Susan Pollock.

Credit :

Films Shown

1961

in Second

Half

of

So Dear to My Heart, Isaac Newton, Martin Luther, Isotopes, Principles of Nuclear Fission, The Renaissance, Brown Coal to Briquettes, Our Gang—Spooky Hookey, Donald Camera, Digestion : Muscular and Mechanical Movements, Life Story of a Fern, Anatomy of a Dog Fish, Rival World, Heredity, Heredity in Man, Pollination, Photosynthesis, Short Vision, Picture in Your Mind.

Many thanks, Mr. Seymour.

Birthday

Night —

1961

June 16th—a long-awaited night for many and for those connected with the organisation— one they were quite glad to see behind them.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN It started in the customary way with the presentation of sprays to the mistresses after much devious questioning as to who was wearing what colour.

We dined by candlelight on salad of unsurpassable proportions, with trifle in the best Birthday Night dishes to follow. Barbara cut the cake and we all sang happy birthday to ourselves—our 79th birthday, as Miss Flockart reminded us in her telegram.

After the day girls had been duly received they were conducted to the Assembly Hall to see what the boarders could turn on in the way of entertainment. The programme was quite varied.

Chulee Watanagura and Pongpan Pinsivasdi performed some of their Thai dances very delightfully. As request repeat performances a French lesson, M.L.C. style, and "I ain't got the money for the mortgage on the cow" were presented by Leavings and Sub-Inters., respectively, much to the enioyment of all. About 20 girls sang songs from South Pacific with lyrics topically adapted by the combined genius of East Wing I—Jill Sanguinetti and Kay Bradbury, with suitable accompanying actions. Then we relived our junior days along with "Maud, the boarder," who made Birthday Night only by dint of many anxious moments on the part of our revered Head of House. After that, all were glad to relax and enjoy the film "So Dear to My Heart."

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While the Matriculation girls studied at the end of term II a group of Leaving Modem and American History students enjoyed an excursion to the film "Gone With the Wind." Both the story and the superb acting were appreciated and many girls said that they gained a better impression of the period, especially in connection with dress and customs.

During September Miss Gottschalk spoke about languages and, after dividing them into nine main groups, she showed how they had been greatly affected by history. An obvious example was the effect of Peter the Great's plan for westernisation in Russia and the consequent French and German "imported" words.

The committee wishes next year's group the best of success and hopes that its foundation will not prove inadequate.

—Shirley Ashton.

The

Camera

Club

1961

The Camera Club has been very active again this year. We began term I with a large membership and girls were lectured on the fundamentals of photography and taught how to use their cameras to their best advantage. Our first practical work consisted of taking portraits with the use of flood lights, then, after much developing and enlarging, we were out with our

Supper, with the customary orange drink and ice cream, brought yet another Birthday Night to a fitting close.

—Heather McLean.

The

Modern

History

Club

Despite numerous conflicting activities and the growing-pains, which our club has had to endure this year, the committee feels that the Modern History Club is now an established feature of the school. It has been the aim of this year s group to encourage interest in history and associated subjects and in fields outside the stipulated curricula. We feel that this has been achieved, which is largely due to Miss Sutton's leadership and all members would like to thank her.

A large number of Matriculation students was very appreciative of a lunchtime talk in which possible Pass and Honour courses in history were outlined, for both Melbourne and Monash Universities. The handbooks in which they had been presented had proved rather bewildering but aspiring historians felt relieved at the conclusion of the meeting.

Spain is a country which is not often mentioned in the newspapers, at present, and because of this, girls' knowledge has been somewhat limited. W e were, therefore, very pleased when Miss Betts spoke to the club about this country of contrast where reminders of a great past are prominent.

Films have been an exceptionally popular feature and large numbers of girls have attended screenings in the Assembly Hall, travelogues proving favourites.

Billabong Kay Kettle, D i p A ,

Krome.

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cameras taking unusual pictures of shadows, bridges and skylines while one or two members were commissioned to take pictures depicting "speed, haughtiness and tranquillity".

Term II was even busier, the highlight being the Inter-school Photographic Competition. This involved a great deal of enlarging and mounting, but the work was well rewarded when M.L.C. came fifth of the 20 schools entered. In the Colour Slide Section Lesley Falla was placed third and was commended for "Places," Thalia Dickson was placed second and Anne Cray was highly commended for "At School" and in the Black and White section Kay Kettle was commended for "Faces," "Places" and "At School."

Having had such success this year, M.L.C. intends to take first place next year.

Two hilarious nights were spent taking electronic flash pictures of "blowing bubbles" and •"freezing action." The rest of the term was spent producing amusing photographic Christmas cards and photograms. The term terminated most enjoyably when Miss Perkins took us to Lake Mountain to take snow pictures.

During term III the club conducted its first photographic competition and the entries were exhibited on Parents' Day with the club's exhibition of work.

The Camera Club has spent a most profitable year and is greatly indebted to Miss Perkins for her enthusiastic running of the club and expert instruction. The members thank her very much and look forward to another successful year in 1962.

—Kay Kettle.

The

Walton

Library

In the period since the last report, the Library Committee has been gratified by further expansion of the Library collection. An innovation was the acquisition of paper-back editions of publications on language and religion and in the magazine field we are able to provide a more up-todate service by our air-mail copies of "The New Statesman." Those interested in reference books will have had the opportunity by now of acquainting themselves with the new publications on Art, French and German. In all, 450 books have been added to our collection and present plans provide for further additions in the near future.

Reverting to magazines, many girls may be unaware of our extensive selection in this field Such publications as "Time," "The Times Literary Supplement" and "The Listener" have a variety of articles, both of educational and general interest, which should have a wide appeal.

For instance, "The Listener" contains good sections for those interested in home crafts.

There has been increased use of the book trolley service and the committee hopes that it is achieving its purpose by attracting more girls towards use of the Library.

Another attempt to make our facilities more easily accessible has been the block issue of fiction books to the boarders.

In conclusion, particular praise is due in two quarters. The drop in collections from fines indicates that more girls are appreciating their responsibilities towards the Library. Last, but by no means least, mention must be made of the sustained effort by many of the committee members who have thus enabled the Library to function efficiently.

—C.ayle Larkins.

Matriculation

Dance

This year's Matriculation Dance, held in the Assembly Hall on August 24th, was attended by nearly 300 young people including ten couples representing other schools. W c were very pleased that Miss Kellaway and the Matriculation form mistresses were able to enjoy the evening with us.

The decorations were arranged by the girls and thanks are due to those who gave up their time and effort to blow up the 288 House balloons, which created a very pleasant effect across the front of the balcony.

The supper, provided by a hard-working parents' committee, was magnificent and an indication of the dance's success was the profit of £60, £20 of which was given to the Parents' Association Scholarship Fund and the remaining £40 was given to the school.

In conclusion we hope that next year's Matriculation dance will be as memorable an event as the 1961 dance. nu-nCi —Snona Phulipps.

The

School

Play

"Cranford" Under the leadership of Miss Dwyer the Dramatic Society presented the school with a production of Mrs. Gaskell's "Cranford", prepared for the stage by Martyn Coleman. As in past years, the production was of a very high standard.

The play chosen was suitable for a school production as the scene changed very little throughout the play, and all but two of the parts were female ! Susan Nevile as Mr. Hoggins, and Angela Anderson as Jem, are to be congratulated on maintaining suitable male voice and action throughout the play.

Mrs. Gaskell, who spoke at the beginning of each act, took the audience back to the days when she was a young girl, Mary, staying in Miss Jenkyns' house in Cranford. As the play unfolded we were presented with a little more of the life of Cranford until we, too, felt part of this little nineteenth century society. However, the audience was still able to smile, as Mrs. Gaskell could, at the peculiarities and customs of Cranford society.

All the parts were well-chosen, and each girl maintained her role very well indeed throughout the play. Congratulations to Lady Glenmire and Martha for their accents!

As the cast was small, each member had a large part to play and we heartily congratulate Miss Dwyer and the Dramatic Society on another splendid production.

—Helen Conochie.

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JRrs (Saokell —Claire Vardon, S.V.B.

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-Photo.

Stuart Tompkins.

"CRANFORD" Cast in order of appearance Mrs. Gaskell Laurel Coultas Miss Matilda Jenkyns (Miss Matty), Jenny Stevens Martha Dawn Schultze Mary Smith Mary McCord Miss Pole Terrie King Miss Barker Pamela Plummer

Mrs. Forrester Marilyn Watson The Hon. Mrs. Jamieson . . Judith Macdonald Mr. Hoggins Susan Nevile Lady Glenmire Claire McAfee Jem Hearn Angela Anderson Produced by Dorothy Dwyer

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LIFE SAVING

Sports Baseball

Notes

Baseball practices commenced early in first term, with Miss Manning in charge of the senior, Miss Woodfull the junior under 15 and Miss Stevens the junior under 13 teams.

Six members of the Senior 1960 team returned to school and formed a solid basis for the team of 1961.

The team was chosen as follows: Margaret Lavender (pitcher), Barbara Thornton (catcher), Julie Sanguinetti (1st base), Alison Foulis (2nd base), Jocelyn Timewell (3rd base, captain), Pamela Horrocks (shortstop, vice-captain), Dorothy Berryman (L.O.F.), Kay Triplett (C.O.F.), Delys Metherall (R.O.F.), Glenys Greenwood, a member of the 1960 team, suffered an injury at the beginning of the season and she was only able to play in two matches.

The senior seconds were captained by Judith Abbott, the junior A team by Kaye Smith and the under 13 team by Sue Davies.

The under 15 A team emerged as premiers and they are to be heartily congratulated on their success.

A most memorable match was played against the Old Collegians' team. The match was obviously enjoyed by all and resulted in a win for the present-day team.

Congratulations to Julie Sanguinetti, who gained her baseball colours. Julie worked hard for the team and well deserved to be rewarded.

All the baseball teams wish to thank their respective coaches for their guidance and encouragement throughout the season.

Best of luck to next year's team and may they keep the "Silver and Green" flying high.

Results : Senior: P.L.C. d. M.L.C., 35-13; M.L.C. d.

Hermitage, 21-8; M.C.E.G.G.S. d. M.L.C., 20-15; M.L.C. d. Morongo, 42-28.

Junior: M.L.C. d. P.L.C., 15-8; M.L.C. d.

Hermitage, 12-7; M.L.C. d. Morongo, 9-7; M.L.C. d. M.C.E.G.G.S., 11-9.

—Jocelyn Timewell.

Basketball

Notes

After a very successful 1960 season, enthusiasm at practices was obvious and competition for the teams was hard. But, very soon the seven players for the senior A team were finalised.

The team chosen was as follows : Wendy Robertson (goaler), Glenys Greenwood (attack goaler), Suzanne Furneaux (attack wing, vice-captain), Pamela Horrocks (centre), Sue Minter (defence wing), Heather Jackson (defence), Jocelyn Timewell (attack defence, captain).

The senior B team was captained by Kay Robertson, the under 15 A team by Jill Moorfield, the under 14 team by Sue Davies and Kathy Elder and the under 13 team by Julie Ellis.

The junior A team were undefeated throughout the season and were premiers of the association under 15 section. Congratulations to all team members and especially to Jill Moorfield, the captain. All team members showed keen enthusiasm and promise for the future.

School basketball colours were awarded to Wendy Robertson; Pamela Horrocks, Glenys Greenwood, Suzanne Furneaux and Jocelyn Timewell (Redates). Congratulations to all these girls.

Good team spirit and comradeship was felt throughout the season and we hope that the 1962 teams may enjoy basketball as much as we did and achieve better results.

Teams for 1961 thank their respective coaches for their help and inspiration throughout the season. Miss Manning seniors, junior under 15 and 14, Miss Stevens and the under 13 team Miss Bradshaw.

"Forward, then, comrades, don't falter, Work for the old school's fame; All that she does, may it prosper !

Honour, keep bright her name 1" Results : Senior: M.L.C. d. Lauriston, 21-19; Morongo d. M.L.C., 26-21; M.L.C. drew Hermitage, 27-27; M.L.C. d.

Strathcona, 29-17; M.L.C. d.

M.C.E.G.G.S., 26-19; Elstemwick d. M.L.C.,

BASEBALL

—Photo.

TEAM.

Stuart Tompkins.

Left to Right: Margaret Lavender, Dorothy Berryman, Pam Horrocks, Jo Timewell (capt.), Kay Alison Foulis.

Triplett,

Seated: Julie Sanguinetti, Barbara Thornton.

ATHLETICS

— P h o t o . Stuart Tompkins.

TEAM.

Left to Right: Margaret Barr, Adrienne Wright, Thalia Dickson, June Twiss, Joan Beckctt (capt.), Carol Leyshon, Elizabeth Clarke, Sue Furneaux, Sue Minter.

Seated: Meredith Morris, Kaye

McCarroll.

— P h o t o . Stuart Tompkins.

BASKETBALL T E A M .

Left to Right: Jo Timewell (capt.), Suzanne Furneaux, Pam Horrocks, W e n d y Robertson, Glenys Greenwood, Heather Jackson, Sue Minter.

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— P h o t o . Stuart Tompkins.

HOCKEY T E A M .

Left to Right: Louise Hammon, Jennifer Norton, Heather Cousland, Dorothy Berryman, Thalia Dickson (cant.), Sue Heseltine, Rosslyn Sheather, Prudence Barr, Elizabeth Hall.

Seated: Keren Heard, Barbara Thornton;, Helen Broadbent, Elizabeth Howell.

SILVER A SID GREEN 22 15-12; P.L.C. d. M.L.C., 26-8; M.L.C. drew St. Leonards, 15-15; Toorak College d. M.L.C., 28-21; Sacre Coeur d. M.L.C., 36-13.

Junior: M.L.C. d. Lauriston, 22-0; M.L.C. d.

Morongo, 20-7; M.L.C. d. Hermitage, 16-10; M.L.C. d. M.C.E.G.G.S., 28-2; M.L.C. d.

Strathcona, 28-10; M.L.C. d. Ruyton, 31-1; M.L.C. d. St. Catherine's, 28-6; M.L.C. d.

P.L.C., 17-16; M.L.C. d. Toorak College, 17-15.

—Jocelyn

and we also thank the girls of the first team : S. Furneaux, J. Mitchell, H. Broadbent, L. Storey, J. Rodger, C. Cook, M. Ashton and D. Wells. We thank the girls of the second eight also and hope to see many in the first team next year. Finally we hope that next year will prove more successful in both team spirit and results and that next year school spirit will show itself in more girls trying for a place in the teams.

—Lyn Storey.

Timewell.

Hockey

Tennis

Notes

Results of matches played : March 11th, P.L.C.: 1st VIII, 41-35 games; 2nd VIII, 31-34 games.

March 18th, Hermitage: 1st VIII, 41-52 games; 2nd VIII, 51-24 games.

March 25th, Morongo : 1st VIII, 32-52 games; 2nd VIII, 27-23 games.

April 15th, M.C.E.G.G.S.: 1st VIII, 24-42 games; 2nd VIII, 22-48 games.

W e thank Mrs. Maddison, our coach, very much for the advice and time she has given the team

Notes

After quite a few changes of players and positions during the earlier part of term II, two senior hockey teams were chosen and coached

by Miss Price. The first senior team was as follows : Goalkeeper, Barbara Thornton; right back, Prue Barr; left back, Lyn Sheather; right half back, Elizabeth Hall; centre half back, Keren Heard; left half back, Sue Heseltine; right wing, Louise Hammon; right inner, Thalia Dickson (captain); centre forward, Dorothy Berryman (vice-captain); left inner, Helen Broadbent; left wing, Heather Cousland; Elizabeth Howell and Jennifer Norton.

TENNIS T E A M .

—Photo.

Stuart Tompkins.

Left to Right: Cynthia Cook, Diane Wells, Lynette Storey (capt.), Margaret Ashton, Joan Rodger.

Seated: Jennifer Mitchell, Suzanne Furneaux, Helen Broadbent.

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—Photo.

SWIMMING

Stuart

Tompkins.

TEAM.

Left to Right: Susan J a nit'. Heather Cousland, Joanne Barber, Jan Turner, Barbara

The results of the matches were : Lauriston d. M.L.C., 3-2; Morongo d. M.L.C., 3-1; Hermitage d.

M.L.C., 9-1; M.L.C. drew with M.C.E.G.G.S., 2-2; M.L.C. drew with Korowa, 3 - 3 ; St. Catherine's d. M.L.C., 6-2; T.L.C. d.

M.L.C., 9-0; Ruyton d. M.L.C., 3-1.

The second team, captained by June Twiss, won three and lost four matches.

Miss Woodfull and Miss Price coached the junior team, captained by Gwenda James, which was successful in four out of the eleven matches played. Judging from the high standard of play and enthusiasm displayed, it seems certain that

Duke.

many girls will be joining the senior team next year.

Hockey colours this year were awarded to Thalia Dickson, Barbara Thornton, Elizabeth Hall, Heather Cousland, Elizabeth Howell and redates to Dorothy Berryman and Louise Hammon. W e congratulate them all.

Finally, we should like to thank Miss Price and Miss Woodfull very sincerely for the coaching during the season and the encouragement they have given us. T o those returning we wish continued success and remind them that to win is not all, but to try is everything.

—Thalia Dickson.

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House Notes Debates :

Berry

.Berry, 85 points, d. Tiddeman, 82 points.

'Cato, 74 points, d. Fitehett, 72 points.

Krome, 74 points, d. Nevile, 63 points.

Drama Festival: Cato earned 74 points out of 100.

Krome and Berry earned 72 points out of 100.

Tiddeman earned 70 points out of 100.

Nevile earned 65 points out of 100.

Fitehett earned 50 points out of 100.

The A. E. Floyd Inter-House Music Contest— < Seniors : Berry earned 419J points out of 450.

Fitehett earned 4 1 5 i points out of 450.

Tiddeman earned 413J points out of 450.

Nevile earned 3 9 5 i points out of 450.

Cato earned 394 points out of 450.

Krome earned 391 points out of 450.

Inter-House Sports Basketball : Senior : Berry d. Tiddeman; Cato d. Berry, Krome, Fitehett and Nevile; Fitehett d. Berry, Nevile and Tiddeman; Krome d. Berry, Fitehett, Nevile and Tiddeman; Nevile d. Berry; Tiddeman d. Nevile and Cato.

Junior: Berry d. Fitehett, Nevile; Cato d.

Berry, Nevile, Tiddeman; Fitehett d. Cato, Krome, Nevile, Tiddeman; Krome d. Berry, Cato, Nevile, Tiddeman; Nevile d. Tiddeman; Tiddeman d. Berry.

Hockey : Senior : Berry d. Fitehett, drew with Cato and Nevile; Cato d. Fitehett, Nevile, drew with Berry; Fitehett drew with Nevile; Krome d.

Berry, Cato, Fitehett; Nevile drew with Berry, Fitehett, Krome; Tiddeman d. Berry, Cato, Fitehett, Krome and Nevile.

Junior : Berry d. Nevile, drew with Krome and Fitehett; Cato d. Berry, Nevile, Tiddeman, drew with Fitehett and Krome; Fitehett d. Krome and Tiddeman, drew with Cato and Berry; Krome d.

Nevile, Tiddeman, drew with Cato and Berry; Nevile d. Fitehett and drew with Tiddeman; Tiddeman d. Berry and drew with Nevile.

Cricket: Berry d. Nevile (1st innings); Fitehett drew with Tiddeman; Krome d. Cato, Fitehett; Nevile d. Cato (1st innings); Tiddeman d. Berry, drew with Fitehett.

The committee thanks Miss Kellaway for her untiring work in the compilation of these results.

—Ed.

Yet another year is fast drawing to a close, but in the history of Berry House, 1961 has certainly been an eventful one. Although we may not come out "cock house," Berry has proved itself a House to which all members can be proud to belong.

The House Chapel service, held early in second term, was well-attended and we are grateful for the opportunity of taking part, as a united House, in this important annual event.

The newly-formed Inter-House Drama Contest was a great success. Under the direction of Terrie King, Berry presented J. M. Barrie's "Shall W e Join the Ladies ?"

Berry's vanquishing spirit prevailed during the choral contests, but without Janette Mace as conductress and Julia Marcroft as pianist the results might have been very different. W e are indebted to Janette and Julia for their untiring work, to Leonie Hodges, vice-conductress and Fiona Fairweather, vicepianist, and to the girls w h o took part in the original and special items. Thank you, Berry, for your enthusiasm and co-operation in making the choral contests a memorable event. Our Middle School music leaders, Jill Adams and Margaret Crossan, with Kaye Bolwell and Rosslyn Smith as joint pianists, Berry's Middle and Lower Middle School members have supported the House marvellously and we are grateful to the captains for their work in the activities of this important part of the House.

Perhaps the most hard-working people in Berry this year were Shona and Joan, who were always to be seen arranging and training teams. During third term, the life-saving examinations were held and recognition of the intensive work of Elwyn Keown is the least that can be said. Many Berryites have excelled themselves this year and have given the House their loyal support. I would iike to thank girls who have played before Assembly and those on whom I have called to play and read for House Assemblies. Congratulations are extended to the following girls who have been awarded House Colours during the year : Pat Ballantyne, Susan Jame, Terrie King, Judith Macdonald, Fiona Fairweather, Alison Foulis, Janet Sloane, Margaret Mann, Carol Leyshon, Sue Hunter, Jo Barber, Rosslyn Brereton, Helen Jemison and Pat Nation.

Redates went to Shona Phillipps, Joan Beckett, Leonie Hodges, Pat Ballantyne, Julia Marcroft, Janette Mace, Elwyn Keown, Heather Thomas and June Twiss.

In closing, I should like to convey the appreciation of us all to members of staff, who helped

SILVER A SID GREEN Miss Sutton, for her very encouraging leadership, with choral concert practices and especially to Thank you, once again, all loyal Berry supporters for an enjoyable and successful year.

Those of us who are leaving school will remember happily the varied experiences we have had in Berry, while to those returning, it now becomes your duty and pleasure to maintain the House spirit and ensure that Berry's colours remain on the high road to victory.

—Judith Macdonald.

Cats For Cato, 1961 has proved to be a year of increased loyalty and enthusiasm, and if this spirit continues in the next four years, we will, I am sure, see Cato's colours rising to the heights, and remaining there as "top" House.

Undoubtedly our greatest triumph this year was in winning the first Inter-House Dramatic Contest.

Success in other fields has not been abundant, but with greater House spirit, and perhaps improved talent in certain weaker spheres, Cato should be able to succeed in the near future. Congratulations are extended to all those who have been awarded either House Colours or redates, and in particular, we congratulate Elizabeth Hall on receiving her School Colours for hockey.

Cato's House Service was held this year on Sunday evening, 2nd October, and it was certainly gratifying to see the large attendance of Cato girls, with parents and friends. The inclusion of our House Hymn, "Be Thou my Vision", seemed too, to add to the inspiring nature of the Service.

This large attendance served well to indicate a greater loyalty on the part of girls in Cato, and to emphasise their eagerness and willingness to participate fully in House events.

Our Senior Sports Captain, Judy Abbott, and Life-saving Representative, Diana Redman, certainly deserve the heartfelt thanks of all Cato girls for their continually untiring work on the sports field, and in the life-saving examinations.

In addition, I should like to express my gratitude to the Lower Middle Captains, Jennifer Clarke and Anne Gorewicz; and particularly Margaret McPherson and Gwenda James for their fine leadership in Middle School.

I wish too, to say personally how grateful I am to those on whom I have called to play before Assembly, and others who have so regularly brought flowers.

Most sincere thanks are offered to Miss Hopkins, and to other members of Staff in Cato for their unfailing support and fervour throughout the year. This was particularly evident in the weeks prior to the Dramatic and Choral Concerts, times when it proved both beneficial and most welcome.

Finally, to all who are returning to school next year, we wish the best of luck in every field of activity; and to the many Cato girls who will be leaving at the close of this year, we wish you every success in the future, and we hope too,

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that as you recall the many happy memories of your school-life, the days spent as ardent and loyal members of Cato House will ever retain a high place in your hearts.

—Barbara Pollard.

Fitchett It is with mixed feelings of regret, gratitude and enthusiasm that we realise the school year of 1961 is rapidly drawing to a close; regret that some of us will be saying goodbye to Fitchett, gratitude for the loyalty and co-operation shown by the girls of our House, and enthusiasm for the House spirit which has been so evident this year and we know will be better than ever in the future.

Our thanks are warmly given to all girls who have worked so hard for the House during the year in the Choral Contests, Senior and Junior, Dramatic Award and Chapel House Service, and to those who led us so ably, namely : Solway Love, conductress; Julia Wilkinson, Margaret Cameron, joint pianists; Katherine Humphrey, vice House captain; Heather Ann Leigh, vice sports captain; Heather Cornish, Joan Walduck, junior captains; Barbara Duke; lifesaving representative; Annette Meller, Anne Gray, joint producers.

Congratulations too, to the following girls who have been awarded House Colours : Solway Love, Julia Wilkinson, Barbara Duke, Elizabeth Murray-More, Annette Meller, Carolyn Baines, Sue Furneaux, Kathryn Humphrey, Heather Ann Leigh, Margaret Isom, Margaret Almond, Judy Tyquin, Jane Godbehere, Margaret Cameron, Wendy Robertson, Margaret Lavender.

W e expect other girls to receive their colours before the year ends and we thank you all for your loyalty to the House and School.

Last, but not least, we thank our senior sports captain, Sue Furneaux. 1 am sure all girls in Fitchett will join with me in thanking Sue for her leadership.

At this juncture, we would like to mention our juniors, who are so promising. We hope that in the future they will be able to carry on as they are doing and perhaps carry Fitchett to victory.

We thank Miss Betts and the other House mistresses for their help and interest in all our activities.

Our best wishes go with those who are leaving school for happiness and success in the future.

We hope you will never forget Fitchett or the School. To those who are returning, we wish a happy and successful 1962. Try to carry Fitchett's colours higher and in all you do, good luck and may God be with you.

—Anne Gray.

SILVER A SID GREEN 26 Krome This year we must thank all loyal members of Krome, who have willingly supported and co-operated in all House activities. Owing to this enthusiasm, Krome has been successful in many fields and it is hoped that this will be maintained for the year.

Many thanks to Miss Hotchin and other House mistresses, the House committee, form representatives and the Middle School House captains, Ingrid Barbour and Elizabeth Jefferies. Last, but not least, we would especially like to thank Jocelyn Timewell, our sports captain, for the time and untiring effort put into sporting activities. Her effort has certainly produced welldeserved results.

The House congratulates, Jocelyn Timewell (basketball), Heather Cousland (hockey), Pam Horrocks (basketball), Glenys Greenwood (basketball) and Elizabeth Howell (hockey) on receiving their School Colours and the following girls on receiving their House Colours: Diane Hancock, Terrell Taylor, Denise Deerson, Marjorie Clarke, Marion Worner, Jenny Stevens, Shirley Ashton, Sue Thomas, Adrienne Wright and Judy Chambers. The following girls have redates : Margaret Higginbottom, Glenys Greenwood, Heather Jackson, Hermione St. John-Smith and Judy Carter.

On Sunday, September 17th, Krome held its second House Service in the Chapel. It was an impressive service and we hope that all who attended fully appreciated it.

In connection with the House Choral Contests, we would like to thank Hermione St. JohnSmith, our pianist, and Margaret Higginbottom, our conductor, for their wonderful leadership and again to Margaret for her original composition and the special item.

The Krome Affairs Bulletin has appeared on the House Notice board at irregular intervals throughout the year. Many thanks go to Karin Gittus and Maija Rinks, for their fine literary work.

Once again, thank you all loyal Kromeites for your support throughout the year. To those leaving may we wish the best of luck in future years and hope that you will always remember Krome.

To those returning we wish the best of luck for 1962. Keep up the good work, Krome !

—Elizabeth

Goulding.

Nevile As this year closes and results are finalised, we find that Nevile House cannot claim any major victories, but instead the results show the vast improvement in the House over the past year.

While mentioning results, Nevile girls would like to congratulate all the other Houses on their successes this year and we hope that the InterHouse spirit which has prevailed this year will continue in the future.

The members of Nevile House were very pleased to welcome Miss Tyler back for third

term and whilst welcoming her back we would like to thank all the House mistresses this year for showing such keen interest in all House activities.

Many girls have gained their House Colours this year. This is indicative of loyalty and enthusiasm shown by so many girls in all House activities.

Nevile's House spirit is always evident and we are sure it will continue to grow year by year.

In closing I would like to thank everyone in Nevile for their support throughout the whole year, and I am sure all girls in Nevile join me in wishing those girls leaving and those returning the very best of luck for the future.

—Dawn

Coldrey.

Tiddeman During 1961 we have not been successful in every field but members of the House have shown fine team spirit, enthusiasm and loyalty.

Our congratulations to Krome, the leading House in term II. Thanks to all the other Houses for the friendly rivalry shown.

We have won the baseball, tennis and hockey cups and cricket matches began on an encouraging note. These results are most gratifying and are a reflection on the untiring leadership given

by Thalia Dickson and the co-operation given by team members.

W e congratulate those members of Tiddeman who have been awarded School Colours : Helen Broacjbent, Jenny Mitchell, Joan Rodger, Lyn Storey (tennis), Dot Berryman (redate), Louise Hammon (redate), Thalia Dickson, Barbara Thornton (hockey) and Julie Sanguinetti (baseball). House Colours went to Glennis Barclay, Linda Matkovich, Heather McLean, Jenny Mitchell and Jill Sanguinetti.

W e offer thanks to Gail Douglas for her work as life-saving representative.

In term II we were ably led in the Choral Contests by Meredith Hunkin (conductor), and Glennis Barclay (pianist). As our national song we chose the negro spiritual "I Got a Robe" and for the special item, a madrigal, "Matona, Lovely Maiden." Those performing in the original composition which was written by Meredith Hunkin were Linda Matkovich (voice), Wilma Dreverman (piano) and Meredith Hunkin (clarinet).

In the Junior Choral Contests Tiddeman was under the leadership of Jane Griffiths (conductor) and Christina Loh (pianist), who did splendid work even though at a disadvantage because of a very small choir.

Thanks to the Middle captains, Jenny Williams and Ellen Watson, for their assistance and Miss Cowper and staff for their interest and encouragement at all times.

Continuing in the same spirit, 1962 should prove a very successful year for Tiddeman.

—June Jelbart.

SILVER A SID GREEN

On G h o u l i e s and Ghaisties ?

A small girl "assisting" with book selection said, "Oh, do get that one. It's the lovely one where Mary goes blind !" This was not a love of the gruesome, but acceptance of a problem we tend to class as adult, and the instinctive knowledge that this author's way of describing it was completely right.

Charles Perrault, of "Mother Goose" fame, asked, "Is it not praiseworthy of fathers and mothers, when the children are not yet old enough to taste strong unpleasant truths, to make them swallow them by enveloping them in tales that are pleasant and suited to their tender years ?" To children, people and deeds are black and white, with no intermediate shade of grey and no searching for motives or personality deficiencies. They meet the problems of the world on the basis of their own experience.

In folk-lore, with its complete objectivity and direct, compact, forthright story-telling, we see much gloom and gore. There is obviously a certain rude disregard of human life, for heads are cut off, blood flows and miscreants suffer dire punishment, but there is also a leaven of pure nonsense and sheer, rollicking humour. There are sombre pictures of children turned out to fend for themselves and dispossessed princes and princesses reduced to misery and humiliation, but the lonely children find love and security and the princes and princesses, remaining always kind and tender, find love and happiness.

Children are sad or depressed when heroes or heroines are unlucky, shout for joy when the time for happiness arrives, wait patiently while the wicked prosper and are overjoyed when villains are justly punished. They realise and understand the response of youth to the call of great tasks, and its achievement of the impossible, for while there is a freshness in the child's way of feeling which does not understand adult pleasure in sorrow, the same instinct that carries him toward life carries him towards the values that give a meaning to this life.

Our responsibility is not to shield, but to guide.

Let us give only the best to children, in literature as in everything else, and let us see that their authors describe a true world. One children's librarian has said, referring to a tale by Enid Blyton, "But what chance has a gang of desperate criminals against three small children ?" W e must see that mystery stories include up-to-date methods of crime and detection, replacing undue violence with fast-moving, exciting action. In your school (and mine) there is no opportunity to rescue one's favourite mistress from drowning or to find thieves' loot in a secret tunnel, so we know that school stories, too, should be realistic and their events both probable and possible.

Let us place the best before children, and then trust them, knowing that when they can see what is good, they will choose and appreciate it, put-

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Dit ting aside for the future what they cannot now comprehend.

—Mary Louise Baxter (Old Collegian), Children's Librarian, Coburg.

The

New

English

Bible

St. John wrote, according to the King James' authorised version of the Bible : "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." Three hundred and fifty years later, this truth was expressed in the New English Bible : "When all things began, the Word already was. The Word dwelt with God, and what God was, the Word was."

Since 1948, representatives of competent Biblical scholarship have met at Westminster, undertaking a translation of the New Testament, with the object of providing English readers with a faithful rendering of the best available Greek text into the current speech of our time. The overriding aims of the translators were accuracy and clarity and pains were taken to secure the tone and level of language appropriate to the different kinds of writing to be found in the New Testament. It is from the point of view of clarity and literary worth that the value of the New Testament must be considered.

A general tendency to find difficulty in understanding the authorised version's rendering of the coming of Christ, described in the opening verses of St. John's Gospel, is said to be due to the barrier of archaic language. The New Translation, by overcoming the language barrier, has presented a text of greater clarity. However, it seems to me, that in altering the phrasing of Verse I, the translators have lost the powerful simplicity of John's statement, "In the beginning was the Word," without attaining a higher degree of clarity by use of the colloquial, but less impressive sentence, "When all things began, the Word already was."

The New English Bible translation of John I, Verses 2-5, is clearer than that of the authorised version and the literary worth of this passage has been retained. The translation, ". . . through him all things came to be; no single thing was created without him," is clear and does not lose the emphatic note of the more involved passage in the authorised version, "All things were made by Him; and without Him was not anything made that was made."

The New Translation upholds the dignity of the words, ". . . and the life was the light of men," by a similar rendering of the passage, and it appears that not only have the new translators achieved greater clarity by the words, "The light shines on in the dark, and the darkness has never quenched it," as opposed to the authorised version's, "And the light shineth in darkness; and

SILVER A SID GREEN 28 the darkness comprehended it not," but have conveyed an impression of greater wonder in that the light is given the sense of shining endlessly on and the wonder of the fact that the darkness has never been able to overcome the light is stressed.

The New Translation achieves clarity in avoiding repetition of the word "witness" in John I, Verse 7, " H e (John) came as a witness to testify to the light."

But clarity is sought often in Verse 9, "The real light which enlightens every man was even then coming into the world," at the expense, it would seem, of a slight change in the sense of the text, rendered by the authorised version, "That was the true light which lighteth every man that cometh into the world."

Perhaps the modern version is the clearer of the two, yet the old version is preferable in that it suggests that the light was even then, present in the world, that the light was in the beginning.

The New Translation, in suggesting that the light was not as yet in the world, loses something of the power associated with the light and the words "enlighten every man" are seemingly not comparable with the corresponding passage in the authorised version, where the very verse is aglow with the faith behind the simply expressed promise that this true light, "lighteth every man that cometh into the world".

The aims of the translators of the New English Bible have, however, met with fulfilment, as regards St. John's Gospel, verses 1-9, in so far as clarity has been achieved and the literary value of the passage has been maintained.

Aerial View of M.L.C., September, 1961.

SILVER A SID GREEN The new translation of the parable of the Prodigal Son, Luke 15, verses 11-32, into modem English, is perhaps of less worth than the new translation of John 1, verses 1-9, in that the parable as written in the authorised version is not obscure. As the aim of the new translators was not so much to modernise as to clarify, it follows that words chosen to replace archaic expressions of old translations should necessarily be appropriate to the context in question. J. B. Phillips, however, in his valuable translation of the New Testament, has sought to present the Gospels in direct modem English and thus, we have such colloquial expressions as are found, for example, in the story of the Prodigal Son, "He got to the point of longing to stuff himself with the food the pigs were eating."

This sentence conveys precisely the hunger of

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the extravagant son, yet, it cannot be considered from the point of view of literary worth. The translators of the New English Bible attempted to retain something of the literary value of the beautiful phrases of the authorised version, and consequently endeavoured to introduce no expressions likely to date rapidly. The request of the Prodigal Son to his father, recorded in the authorised version as, "Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me," is expressed in the New English Bible by the words, "Father, give me my share of the property."

The New Translation clarifies the passage and avoids the tendency of the authorised version to remove the parable into a remote past.

On the other hand, the expressions "cash," "squandered" and "feel the pinch," introduced into the text by the New English Bible, seem to be inconsonant with the general tone of the parable. Clarity is achieved, but the literary value is lost.

Furthermore, it is doubtful if the word "squandered" could be clearer than the authorised version's word "wasted" or if "feel the pinch" could be more expressive than "and he began to be in want," as the authorised version renders the sentence.

The word "pig," used by the New English Bible, is surely not clearer than the old appropriate word "swine" which blends with the text.

The New Translation conveys the consequence of the younger son's extravagance by the words, "and no man gave him anything," yet, these words do not bring us to the same realisation of the plight of the Prodigal Son as do those of the authorised version, with their touch of finality,, "and no man gave unto him."

Similarly, according to the New English Bible, the Prodigal Son decides to entreat his father, in all humility, "treat me as one of your paid servants," yet, these words are not able to emulate either in clarity or in expression of the deep sorrow and sincere repentance of the younger son, the rendering of the same passage by the King James' version, "make me as one of thy hired servants."

The New English Bible has, however, retained the essential beauty of the parable in such moving passages as, "But while he (the son) was still a long way off, his father saw him, and his heart went out to him. He ran to meet him, flung his arms around him and kissed him."

The New English Bible, in translating the father's first words to his son as, "Quick ! Fetch a robe, my best one, and put it on him," has lost something of the deep joy conveyed by the words of the proud and loving father, as rendered by the King James' version, "Bring forth the best robe and put it on him."

The resentment of the elder son is more clearly and fluently expressed in the New English Bible than in the authorised version, although the latter is not difficult to understand. The New English Bible closes the parable of the Prodigal Son with the words, "Your brother here was dead and has come back to life, was lost and is found."

The literary worth of the passage has been retained yet, it would seem that the text is more

SILVER A SID GREEN 30 memorable as expressed in the authorised version, ". . . for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again, and was lost and is found."

The moving simplieity of the old wording recalls the theme of the parable, "There is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repenteth."

In attempting to determine the worth of the New Translation it is difficult not to be swayed by the familiar words of the Old. However, as the New English Bible is not intended to replace the authorised version, it must be considered epoch making, in that the aim of the translators, "to open the truth of the scriptures to many who have been hindered in their approach to it by barriers of language," may now be fulfilled.

Carole Woods, H.V.I.C. The

Universal W o e ,

"World-Sorrow"

The poet, the novelist and the playwright, three engineers speaking through three different media. Yet basically, is there any difference ?

"No worst, there is none. Pitched past pitch of grief.

More pangs will, schooled at forepangs, wilder wring," says Hopkins in a sonnet. " O gods ! who is't can say. I am at the worst I am worse than e'er I was," says Edgar on beholding his blinded father. " O Cathy ! Oh, my life ! how can I bear it," is the cry wrung from Heathcliff in "Wuthering Heights."

All three catch the same basic, rhythmic anguish : All three are expressing a universal theme, "world sorrow." Different circumstances prevail in each case : The poet speaks of personal experience; the novelist of an intricate relationship of two souls in affinity; the playwright of the tragic fall of a great king; but each portrays elemental human suffering in the same way.

The great analogy continues, the fruitless appeal to higher spiritual powers for relief and comfort.

"Comforter, where, where is your comforting ?

Mary, mother of us, where is your relief ?" asks the poet.

"You heavens, give me that patience, patience Indeed!" prays Lear when destroyed by two false daughters. Then again in the storm : "Let the great gods, That keep this dreadful bother o'er our heads, Find out our enemies now."

But always re-echoes Gloucester's discovery of the bitter truth : "As flies to wanton boys, are we to the gods : They kill us for their sport."

Heathcliff, too, prays in vain, but his spiritual power which he is Cathy's elusive ghost.

"Do not leave me in this abyss, where I cannot find you ! Oh, God I it is unutterable !

I cannot live without my life ! I cannot live without my soul."

It is in this same speech, that one of the most important elements of "world-sorrow" is found.

This is the great loneliness, or rather aloofness of destiny. For hope of fulfilment, in the case of Lear, or of freedom from earthly bounds in the case of Heathcliff, they must come through suffering, humiliation and ultimately death, and they must face this alone. Their situation severs them from hope of human comfort.

"The little dogs and all Tray, Blanch and Sweetheart, see, they bark at me," moans Lear piteously, and this is surely the pitch of loneliness and he imagines even the animals turned against him.

Hopkins complains in the same strain: "My cries heave, herds-long; huddle in a main, a chief Woe, world-sorrow; on an age-old anvil wince and sing."

This contains a similar aching emptiness and surely this "age-old anvil" is loneliness ?

How applicable are these lines of Hopkins to the death of Lear and Cathy : ". . . on an age-old anvil wince and sing.

Then lull, then leave off. Fury had shrieked.

No lingering ! Let me be fell: Force I must be brief."

The death of Cordelia wrings from Lear a tormented cry : "Howl, howl, howl, howl! O, you are men of stones : Had I your tongues and eyes, I'd use them so That heaven's vault should crack."

But how easily he slips from agony to untroubled calm, and how simple and brief is his end: "Pray you, undo this button : Thank you, sir— Do you see this ? Look on her—look—her— lips— Look there, look there'" In the same way Cathy vents a final passionate appeal to Heathcliff : "No I" she shrieked. "Oh, don't, don't go ! It is the last time !

Edgar will not hurt us. Heathcliff, I shall die !

I shall die 1" The brevity of her death comes as a shock when told in the matter-of-fact tones of Nellie Dean : "About twelve o'clock that night, was born the Catherine you saw at Wuthering Heights: A puny, seven-months' child; and two hours after the mother died, having never recovered sufficient consciousness to miss Heathcliff, or know Edgar."

"O the mind, mind has mountains. Cliffs to fall Frightful, sheer, no-man-fathomed. Hold them cheap May who ne'er hang there . . ."

This could well be the comment on "Wuthering Heights" and "King Lear." The universal

SILVER A SID GREEN suffering is a suffering purely of the mind. To convey the immensity of the suffering Emily Bronte and Shakespeare have made the background an analogy to the minds of the sufferers.

The storm and cliffs in "King Lear" are symbols of the mental storm of Lear and the precarious nature of his situation. In the same way the bleak wind-swept heights provide the only suitable back-drop for the tremendous spiritual story of Cathy and Heathcliff.

In all three—poem, play and novel—it is the wind symbolising fate, before which man is inevitably swept along and the rock-cliffs, symbols of cold, cruel, hard reality or truth, heights from which man must fall : There natural elements provide the elements of human suffering. Yet as Hopkins and Edgar say, there are always those, the fool of "King Lear," or Nelly Dean and Lockwood of "Wuthering Heights" who are untouched by this mental suffering, who remain objective : ". . . hold them cheap May who ne'er hang there."

"It's unutterably too much for flesh and blood to bear—even mine."

Heathcliff knows this in the moment of his doom, the pitch of his mental endurance, the same as before the death of Lear and Cathy; Hopkins knows also : ". . . nor does long our small Durance deal with that steep or deep . . . . . . When the mind's free The body's delicate : The tempest in my mind Doth from my senses take all feeling else Save what beats there . . ."

Lear tries to lose himself in his background.

No longer is the body important, it is superfluous, it prevents complete freedom of the spirit.

Heathcliff breaks the bounds of his body, he becomes detached from it. By neglect of the body he dies, and in dying, triumphs. He tries to convey this to Nelly : "I have to remind myself to breathe—almost to remind my heart to beat! And it is like bending back a stiff spring : It is by compulsion that I do the slightest act not prompted by one thought; and by compulsion that I notice anything alive or dead, which is not associated with one universal idea. I have a single wish, and my whole being and faculties are yearning to obtain it."

At this point the novel separates from the poem and the play. Prompted by Lear who addresses the disguised Edgar: "Thou art the thing itself : Unaccommodated man is no more but such a poor, bare, forked animal as thou art."

And Gloucester, whose objective comment is the epitome of the whole matter: "In fellow, there, into the hovel : Keep thee warm."

Hopkins continues : ". . . Here 1 creep Wretch, under a comfort sieves in a whirlwind."

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The final note has also the same feeling of utter quiet after the storm and peace for the soul: ". . . all Life death does end, and each day dies with sleep."

For the souls of Cathy and Heathcliff there is no consummate peace. They will have, eternally, "unquiet slumbers." Is not this the irony of Bronte speaking through the detached, unsympathetic mind of Lockwood, who fails to sense that these tumultuous spirits could never rest long in "peace" under that sky ?" Bronte implies, rather, that in "the coming autumn storms" which are prophesied, Cathy and Heathcliff will ride the wild winds again. Yet even this is the fulfilment of their desires and their reunion is the attainment of Heathcliff's single wish.

—Pat Ballantyne.

"Romeo

and

Juliet"

The play "Romeo and Juliet," is a long poem, with the actual story being very simple. If this were written in prose, it would be like any other story and the two people concerned would be looked down on as a pair of foolish lovers.

Shakespeare, because he has used poetry, seems to have raised the lovers from the common, everyday life, and built them into something more universal and significant. The poetry, therefore, communicates effectively what would otherwise be a weak story.

Shakespeare has expressed many of his personal emotions in the play and because they are therefore very sincere, the same emotions are roused in the reader. The various emotions described are universal ones — love, hate and sorrow, but the play is really about death. I feel that Shakespeare is trying to show that the stars, or fate, are what determine men's lives, and that the fate of these young lovers is death, for many times the "stars" are mentioned in this sense.

An example of this is when Romeo, believing Juliet to be dead, is just about to poison himself.

He says during his sorrow-filled speech : "And shake the yoke of inauspicious stars From this world-weari'd flesh."

These lines communicate Romeo's feeling of helplessness, yet at the same time this is combined with a feeling of triumph. The word "yoke" is almost always connected with a beast of burden, who is a slave to the world. Romeo feels that by killing himself he will be shaking off the worldly worries caused by fate. Shakespeare has roused the excitement and interest of the reader by the previous indications that fate will lead Romeo and Juliet to death, so at this point of the play he satisfies all by showing that the forecasts were true.

As soon as Romeo meets Juliet the emotion of love is prevalent, whilst the thought of death is pushed into the background, although its presence can still be felt. Many of the lines which describe this love are very beautiful.

When Romeo sees Juliet appear on her balcony,

SILVER A SID GREEN 32 he pours out his love for her, and during his speech says: "O that I were a glove upon that hand, That I might touch that cheek."

These two lines are beautiful in their simplicity, as they describe the feelings of a longing lover. This simple language is in harmony with the simple, yet genuine thought which is different from the time when Romeo believes himself to be in love with Rosaline and says : "O she is rich in beauty, only poor, That when she dies, with beauty dies her store."

Romeo here seems to be playing with words, so that the speech sounds insincere and empty.

This is done deliberately to show that his love is not true, so that when he later falls in love with Juliet, the sincerity is conveyed in his words.

Juliet is genuine in her love for Romeo and when she is talking to him from her balcony she says : "This bud of love, by summer's ripening breath, May prove a beauteous flower when next we meet."

The main thought expressed in these lines is the beauty of their love, for by referring to it as a flower it brings it nearer to nature, which is always connected with beautiful things. A "bud" gives the impression of their newly-born love which has its whole life ahead of it, to be fostered by the sweetness of the summer. This bud will develop until a lovely flower is formed, a symbol of their mature love.

Shakespeare has created this simple, yet powerful picture by the use of beautiful words, which are in harmony with the thought. He has also used words as his instrument to describe Tybalt's feeling of hate for Romeo, when he discovers that he is at the Capulet's party.

"I will withdraw, but this intrusion shall Now seeming sweet, convert to bitt'red gall."

Shakespeare wishes to convey the feeling of hatred, and the straightforward manner in which it is presented expresses this feeling very effectively. Romeo had previously sensed that his evening's entertainment was going to be the beginning of some tragedy, and Tybalt's speech is a confirmation of this. This feeling becomes more apparent as the play progresses, for occasionally Shakespeare gives indications of what will happen, thus building up the tension and expectation of the reader. The climax seems to be when Juliet is about to take the poison and the tempo of the poetry increases as she becomes more distraught. At the end of her speech she imagines that she sees the ghost of Tybalt advancing and she cries out : "Stay Tybalt, stay !

Romeo O come, this do I drink to thee."

Juliet thus ends a very vivid and moving speech, which is satisfying to the reader in various ways. By means of this speech, the vault into which Juliet is to be placed is described, readers' questions are considered by the girl concerned, and Juliet takes the poison as arranged, so that there is still a hope that the Friar's plan will work.

The quality of the poetry in "Romeo and Juliet" is therefore very good and has made this play one which will never be forgotten.

—Margaret Almond, SVA, Fitchett.

"Tangara" "Let us set off again."

By Nan Chauncy.

When Nan Chauncy wrote Tangara, she had already achieved fame by having had, for the second year in succession, a book of hers chosen as the Australian Children's Book of the year.

Tangara has become the third to win this award.

The story centres in a shell necklace bequeathed to a little white-haired girl, Lexie, by her great-great aunt Rita Pavemont. It is not until Lexie hears the story of Rita's friendship with a little aboriginal girl that she begins to wear the necklace and so meets Merrina, the friend from Rita's childhood.

From then on Lexie, who closely resembles her ancestress, has adventures with Merrina which follow the pattern of Rita Pavemont's childhood, some two centures before. No one believes Lexie's tales that the present existence of the Dark People of Tasmania is reality, until her brother, Kurt, in the bush, realises and becomes as Lexie and Rita had, part of the Secret of the Gully.

Miss Chauncy took the intriguing title of this book from the language of the Tasmanian aborigines, who figure greatly in this story. When Merrina was playing with Lexie, she would call, "Tangara" (let us set off again) and the two would disappear into the bush.

Typical of Nan Chauncy's works, this book has, as well as the story itself, much interesting information concerning Tasmania and its first inhabitants.

Tangara, by Nan Chauncy, is a book well worth reading.

—Caroline Hopping, IIA, Krome.

The

Poetic

Novel

"When the content and prose form are perfectly wedded in discipline," we have what is called a poetic novel. This comment has been applied to Wuthering Heights. The compactness and totality of this novel gives the impression of its being a great dramatic and lyric poem. The characters, the action and the prose of Emily Bronte, who can render a whole landscape and climate without descending into description, are all woven together to produce a concrete effect.

The juxtaposition of Wuthering Heights and Thrushcross Grange, and their inhabitants, provides unity in contrast. At the outset, we are given a resume of the setting of Wuthering Heights. The rough nature of this physical setting with its stunted firs and "thorns all stretching their limbs one way, as if craving alms of the sun," suggests a bareness and stripping of all non-essentials. In addition, there is a hint at

SILVER A SID GREEN their striving towards higher ideals. Thus, the natural world is used to portray the characters and feelings of the inhabitants of Wuthering Heights. Heathcliff and Catherine Eamshaw are "the children of the Heights and the storm."

The chill and crudity of this windswept moor calls to mind the "bare, unaccommodated" nature of Heathcliff, while the storm resembles the extreme passion of Catherine.

On the other hand, there is Thrushcross Grange and its pseudo-refinement. We are introduced to its inhabitants from an objective position— that of Heathcliff and Catherine peering through a drawingroom window. They view the petty, selfish behaviour of the Lintons, "the children of the valley and the calm," with contempt and hostility which always remains with them. Thus, there is a poetic sense and unity through these two contrasting situations.

Emily Bronte maintains dramatic poetry throughout the novel. In her account of Mr. Lockwood's dream, romantic sentimentalism is avoided and this highly theatrical subject rises above melodrama.

Perhaps this is achieved through the illusion of reality which is introduced through physical pain—"I pulled its wrist onto the broken pane, and rubbed it to and fro till the blood ran down and soaked the bedclothes."

Closely linked with this use of dramatic poetry is the widespread use of symbolism. The key symbol of the whole book is Catherine's description of one of her dreams where she says that heaven was not her home and she was flung onto the moors of Wuthering Heights, where she awoke sobbing for joy. This "angel and heaven" theme is once more brought to bear at the death of Catherine. Emily Bronte presents her in a moment of calm before the storm, dressed in a loose, white garb, with her hair falling unrestricted about her face. An impression of complete calm and ethereal beauty remains with the reader, in contrast to the passionate Catherine who we knew previously, and who, we know, will never achieve absolute peace and quiet.

One of the most beautifully controlled and objectified passages of this novel is the arrival of Heathcliff at Catherine's death, as seen through the eyes of Nelly Dean. From the pricking of a dog's ears, the footsteps in the hall and the straining eagerness of Catherine, until Heathcliff had gathered her in his arms, there is a progression in action and feeling, reaching a climax in the bitterness and crudity of Heathcliff. In the above, a great deal of emotion is suggested without actually giving an account of it. To support this point is the lock of Heathcliff's hair tightly grasped in Catherine's fingers and the four blue impressions left in Catherine's pale skin. This is poetry, as emotion and development are both suggested by refrained words.

Even Catherine's burial place has a poetic and symbolic meaning. Her grave, situated in a corner where it can still be reached by the heath from her beloved moors, with a simple headstone and block in a weak imitation of restriction, and a final attempt to control her passion, keenly reflects her nature and life. This graveyard scene

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is revived as a finale and the never-ending restlessness and striving of Catherine and Heathcliff is subtly hinted at in the simple words— "And wondered how any one could ever imagine unquiet slumbers for the sleepers in that quiet earth."

Poetry in "Wuthering Heights" is used as an accessory to bring out the dimensions of actions and experience. The symbolism and compactness of this novel with its disciplined form and expression are the essence of "Wuthering Heights" as a poetic novel.

—Judith Macdonald, Honour VI D. The

Objective

View

In

Literature

In all great works of literary art the objective view is always presented in some form. This view is essential to the completeness of the work; if the reader were completely involved in the story he could not stand back and view the whole situation and thus discern the true motives of the characters and the real situation. The objective

SILVER A SID GREEN 34 view is illustrated by three different methods in Sophocles' "King Oedipus," by Emily Bronte in "Wuthering Heights," and by Shakespeare in his play "Hamlet."

Heathcliff, and even then they would wander the moors around Wuthering Heights for ever.

These intrusions are necessary for complete understanding.

The prototype of all objective media in literature is the chorus in Sophocles' "Oedipus". Here the chorus gives a sound common sense view of the facts as they happen, but is obviously limited in understanding. The chorus itself states "wisdom is given to all in their several degrees," and this is a direct comment on themselves.

Sophocles uses the chorus to comment objectively on the facts, and as a body the audience can identify themselves with, although they should have a greater understanding.

The scholar Horatio supplies the objective view in the play "Hamlet." Horatio is involved because he has seen the ghost, Hamlet has told him of its revelation and he has been the confidant of Hamlet in the Gonzago play. These involvements only make him aware of the real situation in Denmark; the incestuous sin of Claudius and Gertrude, the possible murder of the late king, the hypocrisy of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern and the true course of Hamlet's mental distress. Horatio does not possess a fanatical desire for revenge as does Hamlet, and because he is a stranger to Elsinore he can view the events objectively. However, he understands more than the objective view in "Wuthering Heights." At Hamlet's death he realises Hamlet has at last gone to his rest: "Good night, sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest," and that Denmark will become a decent, ordered State.

Emily Bronte, in her novel, "Wuthering Heights," supplies the objective view not by one person but by two, both in differing degrees of involvement. The narration is told, first by Nelly Dean, who, although intimately involved in the story, does her best to give a plain account of what happened, and secondly by Mr. Lockwood, who is only slightly involved. The comparatively unbiased way in which the story is told by these two people allows the reader to feel he is watching the story unfold for himself. Sometimes, however, the narrators' lack of understanding of things beyond the earthly "ken" result in Bronte intruding to correct their mistakes. When Catherine Linton dies, Nelly feels that Catherine, after a wild, turbulent life, has at last gone to an eternity of peace; something more than Nelly's testimony was necessary to awaken the reader to the thought that Catherine would never be at peace until reunited with

These three objective media have as their aim to comment objectively on the actual facts.

The author in each case has decided to what degree the comment will be involved in the story and how much they will understand.

Rarely does the objective view understand completely, there is usually something in the greater works for the reader to find for himself, and thus to find deeper and fuller understanding at every reading.

—Wendy Beecham, H.VI.d, Cato.

M A D R I G A L SINGERS. — P h o t o . Stuart Tompkins.

Front R o w (left to right): Janette Mace (Leader), Annette Meller, Diane Hancock, Julia Marcroft, Barbara Thornton, Diana Weekes, Julie Wilkinson, Margaret Isom, Meredith Hunkin, Leonie Hodges.

Back Row: Margaret Almond, Margaret Cameron, Hilary Mansfield, Diane Gairns, Helen McQueen, Fiona Fairweather, Alison McAllister, Robyn Langford, Rosslyn Brereton, Margaret Higginbottom, Solway 1 ovc.

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Current Corner Dag

Hammarskjold

A fatal air disaster on September 18th robbed the world, and more particularly the United Nations, of a man dedicated to the cause of international peace and understanding. Dag Hammarskjold, the late Secretary-General of the United Nations, died in a crash in Northern Rhodesia. The cause of the disaster is attributed to an error by the pilot, and not, as earlier suspected, sabotage, or the shooting down of the plane by a Katanga jet fighter. Tributes from all over the world commended his courage and devotion to duty in the struggle for peace, and the great talents he generously placed at the service of the United Nations.

Dag Hammarskjold was a member of a Swedish family, that has produced military leaders since 1610. He has a record of distinguished service to his own country, serving on many Swedish delegations and in the Swedish Ministries of Finance and Foreign Affairs.

Elected as Secretary-General in 1953, successor of the Norwegian, Trygve Lie, this man of high ideals believed his first task was to gain the confidence of the East and West, and to establish himself as a completely impartial international civil servant. He devoted himself to that task, working quietly and actively during the whole period of his service with the United Nations. His intellectual attainments caused great universities to confer upon him honorary degrees, for he possessed a wide command of languages and the ability to absorb written and spoken material at great speed. In reports he analysed with clarity and perception the problems that faced the United Nations.

In 1958 he enlarged the United Nations' authority and went on personal missions, which he undertook at the request of members, and twice visited Moscow. Russia did not recognise his position, and twice vetoed him, yet he defeated Russia's move in the Congo. Russia wanted to drive him out of office. Dag Hammarskjold believed that the United Nations was essentially an organisation of the smaller states and would not resign unless the latter so desired.

He believed that he was not taking the easy path by so standing, opposed by the Soviets, and felt that it was his responsibility. His brother stated that "he walked fearlessly along dangerous precipices." From time to time he was criticized, but he could not satisfy all the powers at the same time. Russia called him a "tool of the Capitalists," because of his position in the Congo, and even after his death, refrained from praise of his work, and an East German Communist television announcer is reported to have stated that "he died a victim of his own Imperialist policies." He was killed on a mission

to end the Katanga dispute by rejoining Tshombe's breakaway state to the Congo.

The death of the Secretary-General has created the problem of a new chief executive, and there is no apparent solution. The Security Council has the power of appointment of the Secretary-General, and die Soviet could veto indefinitely any candidate as it did before Dag Hammarskjold was chosen. The Soviet "troica" plan, which is bitterly opposed by the West, would require an amendment to the Charter, which is also subject to a veto. Mr. Khrushchev charged Hammarskjold last year with proWestern bias in the Congo, and used the charge to gain acceptance of the "troica" principle at all levels of United Nations administration. The "troica" plan proposed a triumvirate to represent the Western, Soviet and neutral blocs. The Soviet Foreign Minister, Mr. Gromyko, noted the top Under-Secretaries of the United Nations are an Indian, an American, and a Soviet national. Mr. Mongi Slim of Tunisia, a skilful diplomat, was elected President of the United Nations General Assembly in a move to give him emergency power over the Secretariat.

Dag Hammarskjold's tragic death means the loss of a great man, and the head of the United Nations, which presents a hazard to the furtherance of peace.

—Glenys Haack, H. Vl.b, Fitehett.

The

Racial

Problem

The problem of white and black assimilation or segregation is a subject which has occupied the thoughts of people throughout the world for many years. I write "for many years" for, although today the racial problem is regarded in the light of recent segregationalist riots, in actual fact the American problem began long before the Civil War in the nineteenth century, and in the Asian and African countries racial discrimination against the black race had been practised for centuries.

When considering the American problem, it is necessary to realise the fact that racial discrimination today stems from the days of slavery, when the white master ruled the black slave. Despite the efforts of Abraham Lincoln and others during the Civil War and the constitutional enactments which followed, granting civil rights to the negroes, the fact remains that the white people could not forget their past glory, and presumably the black people could not wipe out their past days of slavery. Thus it would appear that the bitterness today is a result of this inbred emotional hatred which has been passed down through generations in both the black and the white races.

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Now, over a century later, with the days of slavery and suppression passing with that bygone century, it is to be wondered whether such inbred hatred could have real grounds on which to justify itself. It would appear that the discrimination immediately following the Civil War was due to the white fear of negro equality or superiority in intellect and ability, but surely this basis cannot still remain, over one hundred years later?

When disguises are discarded, the only grounds for this racial subjection is that one person was blessed with white ancestors and another with black. How petty this seems; to think that such intense hatred could exist, basically over a colour. Admittedly, there have been eases recorded of revengeful discrimination resulting from actual violence against a particular member of a race, but surely this again is because of colour.

To emphasise this point, it is relevant to use as an illustration the recent devastation created by the hurricane which swept the southern states of North America. In a time of national peril, when each and every person was threatened by the same danger, all joined together, black and white, to combat and seek protection against a common foe; racial distinction forgotten for the first time. It is to be wondered whether the distinction would remain in a time of greater danger—against a political, war-time enemy.

In such a precarious period as the world is now going through, it could be hoped that these colour barriers could be discarded, and in the light of the accomplishments achieved by those negroes given the full opportunity to advance, black and white could work together for the common progress of mankind.

That the intellect of the black race is on the same basis as the white man is verified by the fact that President Kennedy, showing his faith in the negroes, has appointed several of them to key administrative posts in his government.

It was recorded in "Time," that for the first time since 1951, when negroes were admitted to the University of North Carolina Law School, a negro has been awarded the college's highest honour. The winner's feelings are indicative of the negroes generally when he stated: "I would hope that anything I achieve could be shown as proof to others of my race, as well as the white race, that negroes can achieve these things."

In the sporting field, the black race has distinguished itself, as can be shown by the success of the negro high jumper, J. Thomas, and the champion basketballer, Oscar Robertson, and in the entertainment and cultural sphere as is shown by Mahelia Jackson, Harry Belafonte and Janet Collins, who, in 1951, became Prima Ballerina of the Metropolitan Opera Company.

These are only some of their fields of distinction.

Others, such as medicine and research enter my mind.

Perhaps it is this realisation by the negroes as well as by the whites, of their ability, that has incensed them in comparatively recent years to

demand their rightful equality, socially and academically. Thus, the papers broadcast racial riots by the negroes demanding entrance to all schools and universities and "sit-ins" at segregated cafes and railway stations. That their equality is recognised by some distinguished white people is shown by the fact that white Ministers have joined the negroes in "sit-ins" at segregated railway stations.

While it is all very well for Australians to criticise American discrimination, it should be realised that in this very country the same kind of problem is arising. Only recently, with disgust (it is to be hoped), ten million Australian people read of the refusal by a Queensland hotel to serve a Kenyan Educational Research officer, because of his colour. While it may be rather superciliously argued that Australia does not have the racial riots which are so prevalent in America, it should be realised that Australian natives do not have the same opportunity as the American negroes to do so, because of the relative minority privileged to have full citizenship. It is to be hoped, however, that when the time arrives when a majority are citizens, they, the original owners of this vast continent shall be readily assimilated into our society and that they shall be willing to forget the negligence shown to them by their white rulers for so many years.

Passing to another section of the globe, diat of Angola, in Africa, where the negroes have been ruled for so long by the white Portuguese, it is with apprehension that we read in the papers of a re-awakening of racial discrimination which had been dormant for so many years.

—"Angola was awakened from the sleep of centuries with the cry: 'Kill them all.'"

The analysis is endless, possibly the problem is unanswerable and yet basically the fact remains the same all over the world: The colour of a person's skin determines the extent of world peace to a vast, probably an unrealised extent.

How unfortunate this seems at such a troubled time, for how many people have recalled the immortal words of Blake when he writes, "And I am black, but O! My soul is white."

—Barbara Day, H.VI.d, Cato.

The

Race

For

Space

The headline news has hit the world, "A Russian Major has been hurled For many miles out into space," What's happened to the human race?

America, not to be outdone, Promptly sent another one, In order that she might comply With man's insatiable urge to fly.

Russia sent her second chap, Retrieving him without mishap; He ate, and drank, and slept in style, As night, then day, flashed by the while.

SILVER AND GREEN What use has this eternal race?

What reason for exploring space?

"Science! For the good of science!" you'll say— But take a look at the world today.

Rebellions, unions, crises, cold war, Poverty, sickness, starvation, and more; Tension arising on every side, Fits of temper and rights denied.

Weapons of lunacy bent on destruction, Built by man from some brilliant deduction; All they can mean is the end of the earth— The end of creation, the end of all birth.

Think about crucial positions today, Hope that we'll cast all our weapons away.

Before we explore the dark earth's atmosphere, Let us linger awhile to right what we have here.

—Jill Thompson Illb, Cato.

Modern

T r e n d s in

Advertising

Modern advertising uses the media of broadcasting, television, the film industry, displays of manufactured goods, newspapers, magazines, pamphlets and other printed matter. Its range is so vast that it has become impossible to escape the grasping fingers — they reach into almost every walk of life, a possible exception being a life of complete seclusion.

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It appeals to us as consumers, as public citizens, as people requiring medical treatment, and in religious fields.

The worst aspect of modern advertising is its "anti-humanitarianism." The new diabolically clever depth approach, now being emphasised with increasing frequency, undermines the thin veneer of rationality which has been painstakingly acquired through the ages. The depth men see us as irrational creatures who will respond to our subconscious promptings, and they use this fact in their campaigns. With the help of "social scientists," surveys have been conducted, and the results used, in future assaults on the complex human mind. In our consumer capacity, almost everything we purchase, particularly in the household article group, is bought in response to a neatly-laid trap set by the advertiser.

Many men concerned with politics and even religion, are employing the new depth approach in their efforts to win supporters. They appeal to the subconscious, a level at which we are unable to defend ourselves, and so win many people to their causes; people who have not responded to their own powers of reasoning, but whose same powers have been convinced by subtle appeal.

It is fascinating to decide which product and which brand is to be purchased, and for what reason. The deciding stimulus is very rarely selfengineered.

—Alison Wylie, Hon. VIb, Fitchett.

CHAPEL (BOARDERS') CHOIR, 1961.

•—-Photo. Stuart Tompkins.

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The

Barrier

Reef

Town

The plane circled over Mackay, a town 750 miles north of Brisbane, and slightly smaller than Cairns. It was late afternoon of Monday, 28th August, and the M.L.C. party of 28 girls, in the care of Mrs. Edmondson and Mrs. Watson, was completing its long journey from Melbourne.

After landing, we immediately noticed the relaxed atmosphere of the town, where the taxidrivers, who took us to a private hotel, wore fhorts and proudly talked of the Queensland heat.

Tuesday, 29th August: After taking a brief look at Mackay, we were driven to the ship "Roylen Star," which was to be our home for the next five days. Soon we had moved into our cabins, met the crew, and were on our way. Girls lay sun-baking on the decks, surrounded by deep blue water with islands in the distance, while Hawaiian music echoed through the boat.

Our first stop was Brampton, a small inhabited island where one of the most noticeable features was a modern holiday home belonging to Mr. Bob Dyer. Several girls went swimming, and others collected coconuts from the giant palms that towered above the white-sanded beach.

We spent the afternoon ploughing through rough seas (to the discomfort of some) and anchored for the night in a sheltered bay.

Wednesday, 30th August: We rose early to visit uninhabited Maher Island and the "Hole in the Wall." This was a long tunnel with jagged edges, which nature had cut right through the huge rock on the edge of the island.

By the time we reached Lindeman Island (2 miles long, miles wide and 568 feet at its liighest point), the sun was shining brilliantly and the white ships in the bay were a wonderful spectacle. Lindeman is a tourist resort, complete with palm trees, a swimming pool (which we were permitted to use), little holiday lodges, and very popular with honeymooners.

The ship took us past Pentecost Island, one of the most picturesque of the Whitsunday {Island) group. Its highest point is 941 feet, and it is eroded on all sides into cliffs which plunge

into deep water. At one edge of the island is Indian Head, a rock which, after using much of one's concentration and imagination, resembles the profile of an Indian.

An unusual coral display awaited us on Dent Island, where a man and his wife have spent vears adding to their collection of strange coral formations.

We swam in the peaceful waters of Old Harbour on Whitsunday Island. This uninhabited island is the largest in the Cumberland group, and is high and rugged. A lone gravestone standing on the beach seems to give the place a quiet dignity.

South Molle Island is alive with teenagers.

The 1400 feet long jetty (the tide recedes to the end of it) leads up to the beach, behind which is a green lawn scattered with palm trees, and a row of neat little lodges. We inspected a shell collection and an aquarium, and in the evening returned to the island to look at the coral formation at the water's edge. As our attempts to identify anything were unsuccessful, we went to watch a fancy dress competition with the happy crowd on the island.

Thursday, 31st August: The Barrier Reef!

Bait Reef, a section of the Outer Barrier was reached. As we waited for the tide to recede, we saw small, brown rocks like stalacmites rising from the water. Wearing sandshoes to protect our feet, we spent a fascinating morning wandering over the reef, which all the time was about six inches deep in water. The beautiful colours of the coral are not on the upper part of the reef, but in the deeper water around the edge, and we viewed this through a glass-bottomed boat. Strange fish glided through the beautiful coral and dark shadows beneath us. We returned to the ship laden with coral and shells that we had discovered.

Hayman Island was reached late in the afternoon; (and is the most commercialized of the islands), a small candy-striped train, "The Hayman B^ k-It," transported us along the jetty to the carefully planned settlement. Guests stay in the Royal Hayman Hotel, or in the lodges, all owned by Mr. Reg. Ansett. As the beautiful beach is

SILVER A SID GREEN dangerous for swimming, the hotel has a large p o o l Dance floors and a band are available for night entertainment. Behind the hotel is a large and expensive shop, and a one-roomed school, providing for 13 children. Returning to Hayman later that evening, we were able to watch a talent quest.

That night we suffered from sunburn and from the aroma that our dying specimens of coral and shells sent forth.

Friday, 1st September: We visited Longford Reef, near Hayman Island, and were able to collect more varied and interesting specimens.

Later we visited Nara Inlet on Hook Island, and climbed a hill to obtain a beautiful view of the white ship in the blue waters of the bay, surrounded by gum-covered mountains. A cave with aboriginal paintings on the walls was of particular interest to us. We swam from the boat later to find that there were sharks in the area at that particular time.

In the afternoon we visited inhabited Long Island, and were able to swim at Happy Bay. At night we were treated to a farewell party and a delicious meal on the ship. Everyone was very happy and concluded the evening singing school songs, which, incidentally, had been on our minds throughout the trip.

Saturday, 2nd September: After a brief swim at Thomas Island, we returned to Mackay. Our plane journey then took us through Brisbane and Sydney, and we arrived in Melbourne tired, suntanned and happy.

We wish to thank Mrs. Edmondson and Mrs. Watson for the way in which they took care of us and joined in our fun. We will all remember the happy times we had together.

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Called at Yallourn and saw the brown coal, Mighty impressed with the size of die hole; O'erwhelmed at the gas works with science and smells, They slept at Lakes Entrance where beauty excels.

At Cooma, the next stop, each picked up a guide, Then three days were spent in a tortuous ride.

Visiting stations and driving to dams, Formed a large part of itiner'ry plans.

Party Two, Party One, had a guide who was fun, Rugged and handsome he charmed everyone; Coming from Chester his accent was cute As he gave all the details describing the route.

The mountains were snow-capped, the valleys were steep, The tunnels were long and the waters were deep.

The Snowy itself was a wonderful sight, It rises near "Kozzy" renowned for its height.

Girls romped in the snow, they sailed on a lake, They climbed up the hillsides, their pictures to take; Had all of their meals in a self-service style, Disappointed the men by refusing to smile.

At blossoming Canberra next they did stay, Regretting the visit was just for a day.

The poplars at Tumut were regal and tall, And luncheon at Albury, a gay port of call Ninety-one girls and five mistresses, too, A weary but cheerful and most happy crew, Returned to the school, singing "Roll on Your Way," Were met by their parents, and called it a day!

—Shirley Ashton.

—Kathryn Humphrey, S.V.A. "Snowy The

Snowy

Tours

In lieu of the customary two columns of serious prose, your irresponsible reporter submits the following jingle. Sing it to the tune of "Snowy River Roll."

The parties concerned followed slightly different routes, but the same places were seen and the same spirit of happy companionship pervaded all three groups.

Ninety-one girls and five mistresses brave, Departed from M.L.C. looking quite grave; By the time they returned they were laughing with glee, This ballad their journey may help you to see.

Chorus: Roll, Roll, Roll on your way Snowy River roll on your way.

Roll on your way until Judgment Day, Snowy River Roll.

Divided in parties numbered three, two, and one, With teachers quite willing to join in the fun.

They piled into buses their drivers to meet, Then waved their good-byes and drove down the street.

Mountains"

Greetings

How do you do, "Silver and Green," How do you do ?

How do you do, "Silver and Green," How are you ?

Please share with us the fun, lhat we had in Party One, How do you do, "Silver and Green," How do you do ?

How do you do, Uncle Brian, How do you do ?

How do you do, Uncle Brian, How are you ?

We were on the road for days, And we travelled devious ways, But you always smiled and Cave a helping hand.

How do you do, Mrs. Lister, How do you do ?

How do you do, Mrs. Lister, How are you ?

Your gum-boots came in handy, Made your legs look fine and dandy, How do you do, Mrs. Lister, How do you do ?

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How do you do, Miss Hotchin, How do you do ?

How do you do, Miss Hotchin, How are you ?

When the snow was flying round You were nowhere to be found, How do you do, Miss Hotchin, How do you do ?

How do you do, Mr. Whiting, How do you do ?

How do you do, Mr. Whiting, How are you ?

You drove the heated bus, Undisturbed amidst the fuss, How do you do, Mr. Whiting, How do you do ?

How do you do, Claire Esler, How do you do ?

How do you do, Claire Esler, How are you ?

You're really a budding nurse, Made girls better 'stead of worse, How do you do, Claire Esler, How do you do ?

How How How How

do you do, Georgine do you do ? do you do, Georgine are you ?

Mcllroy, Mcllroy,

When we saw your yellow mittens, W e nearly all had kittens, How do you do, Georgine Mcllroy, How do you do ?

How do you do, Lindy Wilton, How do you do ?

How do you do, Lindy Wilton, How are you ?

You made our hearts start ringing, In the bus when you were singing, How do you do, Lindy Wilton, How do you do ?

How do you do, Diane Wishart, How do you do ?

How do you do, Diane Wishart, How are you ?

You crept out of bed one night, Gave Mrs. Lister such a fright, How do you do, Diane Wishart, How do you do ?

How do you do, all the others, How do you do ?

How do you do, all the others, How are you ?

Everyone should take her place.

But we simply haven't space, How do you do, all the others, How do you do ?

Jeannette

Lehraann,

S.V.b,

Krome.

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Japanese

Year

Japan celebrates its months in special ways.

In January, the landscape is one covered with snow and the skiing and iceskating begin. There is a three-day celebration at New Year. Every house has a national flag and two stands of twigs and bamboo; these are good luck signs.

February honours "Setoubun." This is a celebration for the last day of winter by the lunar calendar. The people throw beans and shout, "Fortune in, devils out."

March is spring, and the cherry trees burst into bloom. March 3rd is the "Festival of Dolls."

The girls are given dolls, which they all display.

April 19th is the Emperor's birthday and the public are allowed to enter the Imperial Palace grounds in Tokyo and a national holiday is enjoyed. May 11th opens the fishing season in the Nagara River at Gifu in Central Japan. A short rainy season begins in June and the riceplanting festival is held at Suniyoshi Shrine, in Osaka, on June 14th. July is Japanese summer.

People holiday in the mountains and at the sea. In many major cities there are fireworks displays.

On August 6th is the Kanto Festival in Abita. The men pray for a good harvest. The Lantern Festival of the Kasuga Shrine, Nara, is on August 15th and thousands of lanterns are lit simultaneously, some of them over 600 years old. In mid-September the moon viewing season begins. Rice dumplings, autumn flowers and vegetables are offered to the moon. The Okunchi Festival is from October 7th to 9th. The Japanese, dressed in gay clothing, dance through the streets, with paper dragons on their heads. In November there are many meetings throughout the country to observe all the forms of culture.

A festival, the "Bock Fair," is observed in Tokyo. In December the Japanese settle all debts. One hundred and eight peals of temple bells ring in the New Year and Japanese say "Sayonara" (goodbye) to another year.

During our stay we went to see the two great mosques, Santa Sophia and Ahmedieh, better known as the Blue Mosque.

Santa Sophia was first built in 532 as a Christian church but it was later converted to a mosque and is now a museum of Byzantine art.

It has a huge dome and the interior has many red and green marble columns, mosaics on the pendatives and domes, and candle brackets hanging about eight feet above the floor.

The Blue Mosque gets its name from its beautiful blue-stained glass windows and it is the only mosque in the world with six minarets. Five times a day the muezzins call the hours of prayer in shrill tenor voices from these minarets.

From the mosques we went to the Grand Bazaar. The bazaar is a small bustling city in itself with 4000 shops under the arches of a high roof. There are leather merchants, shoe stalls, streets of rugs and carpets, jewellery and antiques. We walked down narrow passages between the stalls and climbed through doorways into other parts of the great hall. We were surrounded by Turks smoking their strong Turkish cigarettes and women in black. Most of the women now are unveiled but many still wear black coverings over their heads.

Istanbul's other bazaar, the Egyptian bazaar, sells coffee, gums, dates, spices, perfumes, opium and nuts.

The day we left Istanbul the Golden Horn was full of fish and when we crossed the bridge on our way out of the city we could hardly see the water because the caiques, or canoe-like fishing boats of the Turks, were crowded side by side in the scramble for fish.

I would like to have stayed longer in Istanbul but unfortunately we had to move on to other countries and home.

—Janene Brendel, H.VI.d., Krome.

Tarra

—P. Stephenson, IV.e, Fitchett.

Istanbul Last January I spent some time in Istanbul, Turkey and the city intrigued me so much that I felt here was the mystery and intrigue that should flavour a part of "Silver and Green."

For the duration of our stay it rained and the city was grey and muddy, with dirty patches of frozen snow lingering by the roads.

To reach the city itself we crossed a bridge over the Golden Horn, near the Sea of Marmora and the Bosphorus, and looking up from the crowded water front we saw the hills crowned with domes and minarets.

The city is a maze of narrow, tortuous streets, little shops and people, and driving is reckless.

Driving down one of the wider streets we could see an old aqueduct two thousand years old and as the car stopped at an intersection a camel trotted past carrying the milkman and his cans.

The mail is also carried this way.

Valley

Tarra Valley, about nine miles from Yarram in Gippsland, is one of the loveliest places in Victoria. There is no actual township here, but there are several guest houses.

Tarra Valley is noted for its wild life sanctuary, but is really famous for its fern forest, reputed to be the finest in the world. Ferns flourish everywhere, but are particularly abundant by the beautiful, narrow Tarra Valley River.

Massive ferns tower over every road, while smaller ones grow wherever they are able.

In the wild life sanctuary, known as the "Tarra Valley Park," are to be found many animals and birds, some of which are very rare. The park itself is dark, damp and luxuriantly ferny. Among the creatures which thrive here are koalas, lyrebirds, wombats, wallabies and emus. It is not uncommon, when driving along a road, to see a koala, wombat or wallaby jump out of the shadows.

Wombats are a great pest, as they kill poultry and destroy trees, but they are a source of

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extra pocket money to the small boys of the district, who trap and kill them, and then sell them at 10/- per scalp. The koalas and lyrebirds are very tame—most koalas will feed out of one's hand, while the lyrebirds are quite willing to go through their tricks.

neatly, or if the leaves are not of a uniform quality, the price realised at auction will be considerably reduced. There is much patience and skill needed, therefore, as well as experience, for one to become a successful and efficient packer.

The park's caretaker is an elderly woman, a naturalist. She knows all the secret haunts of the birds and animals and has, herself, a fine collection of butterflies, bugs and beetles.

The tobacco processor further heats the leaf and makes it up into cut tobacco, cigars or cigarettes. Surprisingly enough the tobacco has very little scent before it is heated in the factory. The slump in this year's prices has been caused largely by the great amount of poor quality leaf, marketed by inexperienced growers. Tobacco grown on new ground is also of poor quality because of the excess nitrogen in the soil.

Because of this slump it has been necessary for growers to burn their poor quality leaf.

Although rather secluded, Tarra Valley is a most interesting spot and is the ideal place for a spring holiday.

—Sandra Hocking, IVc, 15 years, Cato.

Tobacco Growing

in t h e O v e n s

Valley

During the September holidays, we were fortunate enough to be shown around a tobacco farm at Ovens, in the Ovens Valley, approximately 170 miles from Melbourne, by road. The Ovens Valley is the chief tobacco-producing region of Victoria, and an increasing amount of tobacco is being grown there. Many of the immigrants from Greece and Italy have taken up tobacco growing themselves, while others are on a "sharecropping" basis, working for experienced growers.

At the time of our visit, grading and packing of last year's crop was nearing completion, while seed for next year's crop had been sown.

The seed is sown by means of sprinkling one canful of water containing one teaspoon of tobacco seed on to a prepared seed bed. This will provide a sufficient number of seedlings to plant one acre of ground, when they are transported several weeks later. They are transplanted either by hand, or by a machine which plants, waters and fertilises the seedlings in a single operation.

By November, the plants are over one foot tall, for they grow very rapidly with the aid of irrigation. At the end of February, the plants are more than six feet tall and the crop is ready to be harvested. The leaves are stripped from the plants, and are hung on racks for several days in the heated kilns, heated by an oil-burning stove, until all the moisture from the leaves has been absorbed. (The kilns are specially built galvanised iron and timber "sheds," which are really quite simple in construction). The leaves, now drip-dry and difficult to handle, are steamed, so that they become toughened and once again easy to handle. They are then taken, still tied to the rods and stacked neatly in a shed elsewhere, until such a time as it is ready to be graded. This is only the first stage of the curing.

After the leaves have been graded into several different grades, they are made up into small bundles of approximately twelve leaves each, according to size, which are tied around the top by a leaf of the same grade as the leaves which make up the bundle. These bundles are divided and placed standing upright on a rod, so that there are six leaves on each side. These are then placed in very straight, neat rows in a bale, which is pressed and bound and sent to Melbourne for auction. If the tobacco is not packed tightly and

Tobacco is a very "wealthy" crop, for it is. known that even a few acres will support an average-sized family. However, a whole crop may be lost almost overnight with the disease known as "blue-mould." Tobacco growing in this region, although not new, is still in its. infancy, and although the quality of the better leaf is excellent, much has still to be learnt by the tobacco growers about tobacco in the Ovens.

Valley.

—Sandia Walters, S.V.b, 16 years, Berry.

T r i b u t e to t h e

Mallee

It was hard and dry and fearless, and the treacherous soil shrivelled its defiance at the plough of man, but man proved relentless. The natural vegetation giving this area its name has. long since been put to better use, and the few roots remaining to foul the harrows, fight a losing battle against the sweeping tide of agricultural progress. The lack of undulation and tile wide spaces proved too great a temptation, in spite of geological, climatic and zoological barriers, and determination surmounted these seemingly impossible obstacles.

The beauty of the Mallee is wild and austere, and appeals to the primitive and untamed in man—an old Mallee root, a stark gum, flat plains and a frequent salt encroachment, while overhead scavengers are constantly winging through the cloudless blue.

Water from rivers softened in their severity by the eucalypts lining their banks, a sight which has been the inspiration of many of the great arts, has enabled successful extensive farming, with high results per acre, particularly where the major grain wheat is concerned.

No one, whether native to Australia or a recent arrival, can fail to be impressed by the vivid green of young wheat or the golden carpet glowing molten in the sun of the ripe wheat. The peaceful sheep, quietly working out their grassy destinies, are interspersed with the grain fields, and, in conjunction with the latter, constitute the potential wealth of a successful agriculturalist.

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SILVER A SID GREEN Man has been active in drier, inland areas to a tremendously productive extent, but to Victorians, the Mallee is their evidence of grinding sweating achievement.

Some Mallee areas are too barren to warrant rejuvenation, but where there is sufficient strength of purpose, due tribute has been won from the earth.

—Alison Wylie, Honour Vl.b, Fitchett.

A V i s i t to Point Lonsdale

Lighthouse

bay and ocean, but, of course, it is necessary to have telescopes. We had great fun looking through a very powerful one to see the different currents in the Rip and the rocks on the end of Point Nepean, where we could see the remains of the ship "Time," which was wrecked there.

The "Time" used to be quite a landmark, but when the film "On the Beach" was being made, she was blasted away, and now only a very small part can be seen with the aid of a telescope.

While we were there we saw the naval vessel H.M.A.S. "Caesar" go through the Heads, and we could see the sailors on her decks.

While on holidays in August I had the exciting experience of being taken up the lighthouse at Point Lonsdale, one of the entrances to Port Phillip Bay. Not many people are allowed to do this, but we were lucky, as my mother was studying lighthouses.

The Point Lonsdale light flashes twice in every fifteen seconds and its beam can be seen 18 miles out at sea. This seems surprising, since the prisms in the lantern are only cleaned once a fortnight and that is practically the only purpose for which the lighthouse keepers "go aloft."

Although we could not go right to the lantern room at the top, we were taken up the first flight of the spiral staircase to the signal room. This is a section which was built around the base of the lighthouse 49 years after the tower itself was completed in 1901. It is an octagonal building with windows all round, and here the lighthouse keepers work the lights and signals, speak to passing ships by means of radio, and, in fact, spend all of their eight-hour shifts.

The windows command a wonderful view of the

It was most interesting to hear (though I hope we were not eavesdropping) the lighthouse keeper's conversations with the captains of numerous vessels in the bay, including the liner "New Zealand Star."

I am sure diat the life of a lighthouse keeper must be a most interesting and gratifying one, and I left after our tour, feeling that I should love to live in a lighdiouse.

—Judy Wells, Form Illb, 14 years, Nevile.

Sua'ad Hassan, S.V.a, Nevile.

Original Contributions SENIOR SECTION Two

Poems:

In steps of cobweb Stalks the spider form And covers Earth In chequered coldness.

Breath of dying Whispers icy things And spirits shiver.

You shiver too And turn in troubled sleep.

Turn not again, Sleep on Until the mundane world Awakes with idiot's laugh And man's pretence of life.

—M. Higginbottom, H.VI.c., Krome.

The sun is heavy, hangs in fullness Floating in the tide of heat That surges on the purpled hills And flows on waves of tree-tops.

Nothing breathes the shimmering air Except blue-powdered eucalypts; Nothing moves— Only heat-mirages quiver And the full-laden, poisoned sun.

—M. Higginbottom, H.VI.c, Krome.

Sun or Saviour ?

A shaft of the sun cut Gold through a side window; Christ shone like a pearl, quiet In stained glass above the sanctuary.

As each mind matures Awakens a dormant urge to create To express.

A spark which shall not be extinguished The knowledge of potential undrained Of day unfashioned.

Were it better to restrain, curb, Discipline by logical reasoning and application of moral principle Religious inhibition, Or to yield to the promise of a highly developed civilization, To depend on intellect alone And pleasure ?

Sun or Saviour ?

Just as a rose, surrendering itself To light and warmth and moisture Freely given Blossoms and becomes perfection, Outward nurture maturing inborn beauty; So we, souls surrounded by a greater Mind Through the world into which we are born, Respond to Christ.

—M. H., H.VI.c Tiddeman.

The

Candle

With that tiny flicker of light, life began, And as it stretched upward to the heavens Its light was cast into the darkest corner.

The eyes which looked with wonder On this new-born child, Were lit with a glow never seen before, For its flame reached up, and its face was white and pure.

If a tiny drop of wax began to wend its weary way, It was not noticed.

For the beauty of its youth dazzled all who gazed.

SILVER A SID GREEN The second drop began its climb, The third and fourth were soon to follow; Until the innocence of its face was marred, And the flame began to flicker.

The drops fell fast, each easier than before, But eyes were averted—no one gazed.

And the wind blew out the flame.

Life was no more.

—Margaret Almond, S.V.A., Fitchett.

My

Hobby

Horse

Thinking, as the mental planning of physical action, is generally necessary. As a mental observance of the world about, it is not particularly important as far as our continued existence is concerned, as a philosophical process it can prove pleasant and stimulating or confusing and frustrating.

A woman psychologist once wrote a thesis on the results obtained from an interesting experiment. She asked various people to reply to a certain question in three different ways, being careful to state the answers in the exact order of their conception. The question was, "Who are you ?" Only 18 per cent, of the people gave their name first; a majority gave their situation in life; others related their reaction to certain circumstances. If answered and interpreted correctly, this question can reveal character and degree of intellect. For example, a highly intelligent and well-adjusted person is more likely to think of himself primarily in relation to the universe, so that his first answer might be, "Human Being," or "Child of God"; a less intelligent person would perhaps give first his occupation, or his relationship within a family.

A problem over which I often ponder is whether the power to think, and to think logically, is of any advantage. The imaginative thoughts of a child are often responsible for stimulating its interest in life, and so for its eventual progress. At the time of adolescence there are always difficulties to be overcome during the gradual entrance into adult society : We are warned, prevented, prohibited and threatened about trivial concerns, and it is by serious contemplation that we endeavour to view situations as a whole and to understand circumstances in their proper perspective. Sometimes it is helpful, but more often it is frustrating.

Once this stage is past, there must come the question of whether life so far has been worthwhile. We will begin to criticise our daily life, and realise with sudden astonishment that all we have ever worked for has been ourselves. How careful were we of our reputation lest others should think themselves better! How wonderful to have passed our examinations or qualified in other ways, for our positions ! How satisfying to have such a good husband, and such fine children, or to have had a successful career!

If only our concern for these things was involuntary, and if only we could think less of being "accepted" ourselves, we might give more time to those who are less fortunate. Hours spent in worrying over trivial matters in family and business affairs could be hours spent in educat-

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ing the poor. For education develops the power to think, the ability to control oneself, and indirectly it governs the type of society in which we shall eventually find ourselves. However, if everyone had the same opportunities to learn how to think, and how to concentrate, would not these barriers in our social communities be broken down ? And if everyone began to aim at doing good rather than being good, would not this attitude spread throughout the country, so that its social barriers would fall, and its moral standards rise ?

Genius borders on madness. Is it worth being a genius ? Thought borders on frustration. Is it worth thinking ?

—Diana Weekes, H.V.I.b., Nevile.

T h e Poet When I was very young I thought A poet was one Unsought And set apart, But now I have grown And read The books of many men Long dead, I know a poet is one who finds The truth in his own wise heart.

—Dianne Barrett, 15 years, S.V.A., Krome.

Waste Stark on the red-baked earth, Bleak against its cold-warmth Lies the relics of man's touch.

Snatched from civilisation With jealous hungry greed— Bleached bones Bird-clean Naked.

Once life ventured across the rich red sea, Hopeful, expectant; Looking eagerly for life Neglecting in thrill The reason for life-absence— Thirst.

Gradually losing strength . . .

Weaker . . .

Crawling, rasping Cursing the merciless white flaming orb The treacherous, seductive red— Dried leather; An empty shell.

Soulless, murdered— Insignificant.

—Roslyn Brereton, IV.d., 14 years, Berry.

Destiny The writhing, swirling masses of grey gone blackReview the world below, a baleful portent Mocking paltry supplications.

A fateful darkness descends, Enveloping the defenceless, and those lonely, In an inky wilderness.

SILVER A SID GREEN 46 The tearing shrieking wind howls through the air, Resounds above all else, a benighted curse Not fashioned for forgiveness.

A choking helplessness imprisons, And confines to mere impersonation Nature's better instincts.

The jagged, darting tongues of flame Divide the darkness; these fiery darts Shoot from a superficial void.

A shattering cymbal sounds A wild acclamation; the raucous voice Condoning the elemental fray.

In finale: The healing balm of time shadows— Eternal peace.

fore-

—Alison Wylie, H.VI.b., Fitchett.

The

Play

The lights fade, The curtain rises And a world is revealed.

It plays its time All is complete All are one.

Into the eternal mind Is thrown one more whisper Of being. All men applaud the deed.

Yet soon there comes the destiny, The oblivion, The complete mergence of life into life.

All is one.

All is a summer river.

—Susan Nevile, H.VI.c., Nevile.

C a b b a g e s and

Kings

It is born man or woman, this child—any child; its soul, the expression of a master mind, is contained in human flesh. Out of a union of two things incompatible, a spirit, with a substance, has grown the capacity of the one to complement the other, to know a perfect affinity with a different type of existence, to subject itself wholly to the latter's limitations.

But the child grows, and himself becomes aware of another plane to which he might belong, where alone he might find fulfilment without compromise, fulfilment apart from bounds which are now necessary to his being. He recognises these bounds. They have no meaning on that other plane, yet he continues to obey the unwritten laws they have imposed, serving in the order of which his body is a part. He knows and aspires to greater things, but is held by time and space, bounds of humanity; he cannot overcome them, for he would not leave that which they represent.

He is not frustrated, unless that part of him which is spirit, outgrows too early the part which is flesh, and the two become once more incompatible. In "Wuthering Heights" the ties of spirit with spirit prove stronger, and the tragic impossibility of prematurely tearing apart a single being, is manifested. Spirit must outlive, not outgrow, body, for, living each an integral part of

a unified whole, the one enables the other to find in a physical existence the qualities of a spiritual world.

Thus the child, the man, hears, sees, feels, tastes, smells and knows pleasure; the essence of that which gives him pleasure he calls beauty; and the beauty of the physical world fuses with what he calls beauty of character. The result is a four-square idea of the quality of existence on that plane to which he belongs, but which he does not yet know.

With the diminishing of physical powers— there can be no sense of deterioration associated with ageing in its true role of change—comes the preparation of the soul for the higher, unaccustomed order. The ancients made manifest a belief that more acute minor perception, a closer relationship with the gods, developed as a consequence of physical blindness. Even the mind loses its importance, as the facts of a human world diminish in moment.

But the rose and the oak tree—each has its own place, its own purpose in this strictly human world. Each becomes a physical reality, alters in outward appearance, and eventually ceases to be in so far as physical form is concerned. Each follows the same life cycle as man himself—yet ceases to be of consequence with the death of beauty and utility in the accepted human sense.

Neither mourns at the withholding of what man considers the supreme gift; both simply fade, and cease. They are organisms, now living now dead.

Man, had he not been born first into this world, would have existed in this way in the next.

Taking the best of what he knows here, and putting it together, he learns that it falls far short of that which belongs to the other plane. Thus when his body dies, his spirit not only belongs, but knows a release into something better. There can be no limit to perfection. Had the rose known another, completely removed and lesser existence, our world would have been its heaven.

So, in order to fulfil his purpose (what a conveniently vague way of glossing over the incomprehensible !) man must, it seems, live according to phenomena which in themselves are meaningless.

—Meredith Hunkin, H.VI.c., Tiddeman.

Sleep No more a captive to earth and flesh, I fly on Mercury's silver wings.

Higher than height o'er land and air, To the far-off Eiysian Ocean, Where for the brief space of a million years, I drift on the cool pillow of water, Floating 'twixt the bottomless vaults Of sea and heaven, And linger, lulled to dreaming By the slow gentle swell— A melody of motion, set in blue.

Then tiring of the ocean's ceaseless roll, With lazy comfort I sink beneath the surface; The sky above is wrapped in crystal cellophane, And with the passage of timeless years The liquid glass deepens Till the firmament dims and dims

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SILVER A SID GREEN To a faint blue-silver haze.

Now the world is dark and green, Green with a green seen only in the sea, Its weird boundlessness strangely dismal, The sun's feeble rays dwindle and fade, Emerald slowly, so slowly becomes ebony, A numbing weight presses deeper, ever deeper; The shroud of smooth black silk, Like the night mist, thickens And the soft murky sludge Gently folds itself around Like the warm fat arms Of an adoring Nanny.

How delicious to sink through time, light, sound, To languish on a soft safe ocean bed, Luxury this warm black mud, This . . . nothing.

—Jill Sanguinetti, H.IV.e, Tiddeman.

"Life" Life, Like a running stream, Sweeps us along in its arms, Gathers us together in one great multitude, And the current bears us on.

Hope, Like lamplight through the darkness, Beckons us forward, Guides our faltering steps And leads us home.

Love, Like a universal chain, Binds us together, Strengthens the weak And purifies our souls.

Joy, Like all the choirs of this earth Breaks forth in glorious song, Sheds happiness among the overburdened And drives away all grief.

Death, That final, great reward Brings us to the end, The Beginning, The Everlasting Life.

—Kathryn Humphrey, S.V.a, Fitchett.

M e d i t a t i o n on a Spring A f t e r n o o n

leaving the life-blood to drain away and be lost.

After a while he returned to torment it anew, but life had gone, only the shell remained.

This shell became his idol, a god of civilisation.

He forced it to carry a new sap, which was to be man's servant alone. But man was already a slave, not only to electricity, but to all things that separated him from peace. He had forgotten other creatures; he even forgot his own kind, but had he stopped to think, he would not have known what he was striving for so bitterly.

So with thoughts of self, man hacked out his cross, the cross of all humanity and of all creation.

On it he must bleed till the life is gone and but a useless shell remains, and all creatures must suffer with him. The cross is mankind's folly and his doom; his future is more empty than space.

But can his spirit die ? Is it not the life of the body ? and when the body dies, whither goes the life?

Man nailed God to the cross, and left Him to bleed to death; but the divine life entered a new and far more glorious form. This was not the end, but a new beginning. For the God the world abuses, in His supreme love for his creation, suffered man's cross to show him that even this could not destroy life or the peace and beauty that God is. It is only bo forgetting self, as He did, and serving and suffering for others, that the spirit can be released from worldly turmoil to flow into the glory of perfect life.

—S.L., H.VI.a, Fitchett.

The sun called— The sun beating hot down the White walls of Conscience.

Round white pillars Thick Straight and insensible.

I looked up through the Dustless Glaring beams And was burnt And wept And understood a little.

With my mind I worshipped.

It is all beauty, while there is peace.

The hillside sleeps, unmoved by a symphony of distant man-made sound. Even things, contrived by man in the name of progress become a part of the scene, giving it a meaning that it did not have before.

See there the pole like a cross, resigned to its load of wires, stretching its pale belly in the sunlight. Gnarled and weathered in a search for the meaning of life that it gave up long ago, its calmness reflects the peace and beauty that we ourselves seek.

With my body I worshipped.

Why can you not be at peace, creatures that have life ? Where is your beauty in the tumult ?

There was a tree, young, rich in sap and strong, that gave glad shelter to many. But man came and hewed it down with searing iron,

For the smiling sun was White The same The light of the world.

—M.H., H.VI.c, Tiddeman.

I ran and was glad Over strong grass; The wind breathed about me And the sun Smiled.

I was full with the little 1 knew, so Breathed with them Smiled with them Strong in their strength And again, I found, Understood.

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48 Boldt

Castle

About the middle of last century George Boldt migrated from Germany with the intention of making his fortune in the United States. This he indeed did, finally buying the famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York, which proved a most valuable investment.

After holidaying regularly in the beautiful "Thousand Islands" area of the St. Lawrence River, Boldt decided to buy Hart Island. As a token of the great love he felt for his young wife, he changed the shape of the land to that of a heart and altered the spelling of the title, so that it henceforth became known as Heart Island.

Because, in this stretch of river the St. Lawrence reminded him of the Rhine River of his native country, Boldt was inspired to build a replica of one of the magnificent, picturesque German castles. Plans were drawn up and work commenced on the tremendous project. The building was designed to accommodate Boldt's household, together with 100 guests and their servants.

Determined to have the best of everything, Boldt searched world-wide for skilled craftsmen, expensive building materials, elaborate furniture and ornate decorations. Work progressed steadily, the walls were completed, the plumbing and electricity installed and the large basement swimming pool concreted, when suddenly Mrs. Boldt died. The next day all work on the castle was cancelled and the amazed craftsmen repatriated.

And so, with the slabs of marble and the furniture still packed in their original crates, this empty shell stands today for anyone to see, if he takes a boat to the island and pays a dollar admission.

—Elwyn Keown, S.V.A., Berry.

The

Condemned

Walking with measured steps towards death, the condemned go, Faltering down a vacuum oblivious of the surge of life through which they pass, Unnoticed, unacknowledged, Repression their only escape, release unknown.

Stretched across ivory bones, their flesh supports the strands of existence which compose the substance of a corpse, Each one a molecule of the sacrifice to the conventions of society— The fetish of mankind.

Theirs is a world of indistinct identifications, shadows and passing impressions, Death which lives, life which dies.

The condemned have no purpose but to die.

Each weed that is pulled casts its seed.

—E. Murray-More, H.VI, b, Fitchett.

With

Apologies to

Shakespeare

"But, look, where sadly the poor wretch comes reading."—Another test!

"Does not divide the Sunday from the week."

—Homework again.

"My spirits grow dull and fain I would beguile the tedious day with sleep."—After the school dance. "'Tis brief."—The sports uniform.

"Dost thou come here to whine ?"—She was not told of the test.

"No medicine in the world can do thee good."

—Another case of examination jitters.

"Two thousand souls and twenty thousand ducats."—The tuck shop on Mondays.

"I'll lug the corpse into the neighbouring room."—The biology class is at it again.

"I must be cruel only to be kind."—Certain teachers to the Leaving Form. "'Tis now struck twelve; get thee to bed."— Night before the examinations.

"The nights are wholesome . . . so hallow'd and so gracious is the time."—Holidays.

"A weak supposal of our worth."—Report cards.

"A mind . . . simple and unschool'd."—We can't all be genii.

"A truant disposition."—So that accounts for her absences.

"O, horrible ! O, horrible ! Most horrible !"— Exam results.

"I would know that."—Only I didn't have time to learn it.

"As I was sewing in my closet."—These crowded classes !

—Sue Greene, Form S.V.c, Cato.

A

Change

for t h e

Better

He has definitely seen better days, No question about that; The dignity, so much a part of him, Cannot be torn from his back, Like so many pieces of useless rag.

Admittedly, it is slightly tattered, Strips of unnecessary pomposity Have worked free from their moorings of complacency Leaving bare reality, a well-made, Sturdy covering, scorned by himself, formerly, Not so, now.

Experiences of that other life, poverty, Has taught him the age-old lesson Of valuing truly the supposed fall In social position he discovered to be An uplifting. Thus his dignity has newly found That, in being wise, not self-important, it has Benefited from his change in life.

Some may pity him, Materially they could, if they wanted, A free world, this, we live in, But they do themselves a disservice, in not observing His smile is bright, if his clothes are not, Which is more than can be said about themselves, Unfortunately.

—K.G., H.VI.d, Krome.

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SILVER A SID GREEN My

Three

Sunset

Aunts

I have three beloved aunts, Full of "don'ts" and "no's" and "can'ts"; Never liking what I do; When they're about, my joys are few.

First there's dear Aunt Ermintrude!

I'm sure she thinks I'm very rude For, whenever she arrives to stay 1 quickly pack and slip away.

The reason : I can never bear To see that permed and tinted hair Framing a face be-caked in powder, Or hear that voice, growing louder As Aunt Ermy "doesn't like the tea," "Detests the flowers," finds fault with me, Tells mother that the chairs are hard, We didn't send a birthday card, On and on—it never ends, So off I go to stay with friends.

Then, when things are going fine, Comes to our house Aunt Gwendoline; Tall and thin, and full of zest, Dressed her brightest, dazzling best In drab dull grey, with purple hat— There may seem nothing wrong with that, But Aunt Gwen's face is very pink And purple hat . . .? Now don't you think She could have chosen another hue— A pale green, or Royal blue ?

But Auntie Gwen is always neat, With clean apparel, well-shod feet.

Her hair is never out of place (So when mine flops about my face And Auntie raises reproving eye, To pin it back, I have to try.)

We always breathe sighs of relief When Auntie's visit—never brief— Comes to a close, and she departs, Leaving behind her, joyful hearts.

One more only, dear Aunt Jane, Inquisitive, and plumply plain; I like her best of all the three Because she never bothers me.

She prefers to worry mother; If not one thing it's another : The carpet's faded, the table's scratched, The chairs are hard, the curtains patched, This bread's stale, that cake won't rise; And then she adds with glittering eyes, This jam is blackberry ! She likes plum.

And on, and on, and on. Poor Mum !

Furniture, curtains and ourselves; What we have upon our shelves; The jam; the cake that didn't rise; None are safe from curious eyes Of my three aunts.

—Heather Jackson, SV.b, Krome.

Broad, black shadows sweep out Across the rolling dunes of sand And merge the windswept ti-tree In a sweeping blackened band, That swathes the rugged hills and meets the sky behind.

While before, an inky, gold-flecked sea, fanned by a biting gusty wind, Thunders slowly on the desolate rocks and sand, And slowly from the splendour of its spreading mantle The sun sinks down below the sea, To end another day.

—Judy Shardey, IV.e, Cato.

Hidden

Work

of

Nature

I glanced earthward to see A delicate, modest, flower.

A tiny work of nature, almost hidden By the jealous blades of grass.

Though small and frail.

This flower's beauty outshone all Her fellow rivals With her pure simplicity.

I looked closer And saw her petals, blushed pink, As though embarrassed by Her insignificant excellence.

—Carolyn Guile, IV,d, 16 years, Nevile.

Far a n d

Wide

The sweep of the sky as the clouds pass by, Skimming through space in a furious race— White spirited birds of the air.

Like the billowing flails of a ship as it sails, Furrow and dip, furrow and dip, While flurries of spray splash the bows.

The flap of the flag, her main masts tag, Or her keel, which cuts into jade green ruts The fathomless, glassy sea.

The thunderous thrash of the waves as they crash, Sending their spray to the calm, quiet day, Then suddenly swirl back under.

The angular rays of the sun through the haze Of the misty dawn light, as they fight for the right To kiss Mother Earth with their warmth.

The sweep and the swerve of the rainbow's curve, As it arches on high, only to die In the glistening stars on the grass.

These are the things that give the mind wings, To aspire to the height, to the beckoning light, That shows men the purpose of God. —Cecilia Focken, S.V.a, 16 years, Cato.

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MIDDLE SECTION Refugees A scar upon our purest earth That hate and greed and war have made, Like homeless waves they have no birth And wander sadly o'er the seas For ever to be refugees.

'Tis not the life that God decrees It's up to us to give them aid.

They know no mirth but ceaseless tears They know not simple joys we know They only know the dread and fears That come with fences of barbed wire, Scant meals around a cooking fire And as with burdens start to tire The old ones walking very slow.

For the young ones, lays ahead No future in this world of nights, And when their parents are finally dead They'll find no kin, no friendly door They'll be so ragged, wretched, poor So rid the earth of human flaw And help them to regain their rights.

And so the sin of crimes in war May remain for evermore Upon the back, so undefiled Of a refugee, a little child.

—Julie Raisbeck, Illb, 13 years, Fitehett.

Summer Happiness Forget your cares, my little ones, The sun is bright and gay.

You'll love to play outside, my dears So let your cares away.

Your hearts are burdened, my little ones, With the worries of school and home.

You'll be with jov in the sun, my dears, Let happiness fly like foam.

Today is the time my little ones, Today is the time for the race.

You'll scramble and run with the wind, my dears With the breeze so fresh in your face.

The current of love my little ones, The current of love is for grace, You'll flow like one of the best, my dears, Against all that is evil and base.

—Jo Anne Evans, II.c, 13 years, Nevile.

Dusk in the Fall As we roam o'er hill and dale, Through the pass and down the vale, The mist creeps in, like a silky sail, A mauvey haze, a transparent veil.

In the west the golden sunset Embalms the hill tops, like a gleaming net, The shadows creep o'er the valley carpet, Soon the dew gathers, cool and wet.

Hark, to the bell-birds' echoing song, Through the stillness, soft and long.

Hark, to the eagles in their throng, As up they soar for their flight so long.

Calm and stillness reigns over all, W e hear the last of the bell-birds' call, Through the eucalypts, sleek and tall.

So comes to a close, the last day of fall.

—Jenny Bossence, Ilia,

Tiddeman.

My First Flood My first experience of a flood was terrible. It happened in Salzburg, Austria, in the year 1959.

One morning, when I woke up, the rain was pouring down. When I got out of bed and looked out of the window the ground was covered with water, the depth of which was rising quickly.

My mother called my sister because she wanted her to buy provisions in case we got flooded in. I was extremely excited and wanted to go with her but as I had a cold I could not go.

When my sister came back she had brought rice, lots of tinned food and quite a lot of things that would keep fresh for a few days or even a

SILVER A SID GREEN week. My sister said that tire water was flowing in under the garage door.

The garage was in the cellar so we all went down there to look. Alas! The water was at least 18 inches deep. By that time the coal was sinking and was not very pleasant to walk on.

W e had a terrible job getting the washing machine up on to a broad old-fashioned shelf that was used for scrubbing clothes on, but we did not use it, for it was handy to put the washing machine there instead of dragging it up the stairs for it was very heavy.

After that the water rose very rapidly indeed.

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took the old clothes and preserved fruits to where they belonged, and even after the struggle with the washing machine it would not work so we had to get it repaired.

You should have seen the maid's room 1 The old bed had been floating and was right across the doorway.

The other wooden furniture was all scattered about the room and everything was in a shambles.

Overnight the water had risen to a height of about four feet. Well, I hope you know more about a flood now.

—Robyn Pratt, Via, 11 years, Cato.

LOWER MIDDLE SECTION The Sea Down to the sea, the big salt sea.

Down to the rocks and sand go we, Down where the gleaming sea shells lie— And the white sea gulls go sailing by.

In for a swim, and lots of fun, Shouting and playing with everyone.

Over the waves we'll jump and run, Till the sun sets, and the day is done.

—Vivienne Morton, VIb, 12 years, Cato.

A Day at the Show

There were horses that jumped, cantered and neighed, The hunters so tall and their riders so gay.

There were Clydesdales and trotters and Shetlands so small, That they hardly resembled a horse at all.

There were cattle and dogs and sheep and cats, The handsome young farmers in cowboy hats.

The ferris wheels thrill as the boats sail down.

There were people from the country and cousins from town.

—Shirley Arblast, 12 years, I.a, Berry.

Things I Love Around the world are things I love, The purple pigeon and the snow-white dove, A dapple-grey horse in a meadow green, Most of the flowers, everyone has seen, And stars peeping from the heavens above, All these, are the things I love.

—Anne Sumner, 12 years, I.a, Fitchett.

Wonders of the Night It's night time when the ghosts come out, It's night time when diey screech about.

It's night time when the windows shake, It's night time when you stay awake.

It's night time when from tree to tree The owl goes searching for his tea.

And when upon my bed I lie, And look up to the starry sky, I see the ghosts and witches ride, And underneath the bedclothes hide.

I feel so safe when I'm with you, Because you know it isn't true.

—Marju Jonker,

years, I.d, Nevile.

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Noises

The Falcon

I like to hear the rumbling surf that tumbles on the sand, The winds that blow among the trees, the voices of the land.

The rain that patters on the leaves, the rushing of the stream, The chorus of the wild bush birds that greets the dawn's first gleam.

And church bells on a summer eve, in some old country town, When all the day is over and night's come settling down.

—Sandra Bennett, Cato, and Winny Kho, Vl.b, Fitchett.

With wings outspread he soars through the sky, And looks down on the world below.

What ecstasy, what pure delight To be free from all earthly woe.

Now he dips down through the clear air, And then glides higher still; So free, untamed; with graceful beauty He circles o'er the hill.

Oh, would that I were a bird like he, And could lose my cares in flight; All weakness gone, and with his strength To reach the unknown height.

—Trudi Kenealy, II.a, 13 years, Krome.

Spring The leaves of spring, Just seem to sing, As I go walking by.

Indigestion

The dew-drops glitter, The young birds twitter, As I go walking by.

Three little girls from M.L.C. Were all invited out to tea.

They were very polite, but I'm sorry to say That they had indigestion the very next day.

The farmer sows, The green grass grows, As I go walking by.

They were kept in bed, and the doctor came; To the first girl he said, "Now, what is your name ?"

And she promptly answered and said, "It is Jill, But please, will you hurry, 'cause I really feel ill."

The wattles look gay, As they swing and sway, As I go walking by.

The happy girls sing, At the sign of spring, As I go walking by.

—Wendy Bremner, I.e, Tiddeman.

So the doctor he cured her and hurried away, To the next little girl, who said she was Kay. She said, "Hullo doctor, I hope I get well, For tomorrow its sport just before the lunch bell."

Then the doctor fixed her and hurried off.

The last little girl had a horrible cough.

Her name was Sandra, and she was so bad That she spent the next week at home with her dad.

The King of the Deer Swiftly, silently rims the deer, Faster than any man or spear; Faster even than the hare Dodging round each trap and lair.

Over the noisy little stream Coming nearer to his dream.

'Till under the pines so stately and tall, Again with his herd, he is king of them all.

— Gayle McGregor, IH.d, Cato.

So after a week, they were all back at school, The first two had only missed two days in all.

Poor Sandra had missed a whole week of the fun And had to write out all the work they had done.

—Mary Lahore, Form lb, Nevile.

The Choral Contests(?)

Jan Hollis,

S.V.f,

Fitchett.

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J U N I O R SECTION Ivy House There it stands on a lush, green terrace, Once used, now used by none.

Standing grey, against ivy green, Crumbling against the sky.

Dawn and Evening (In The Bush) Slowly, slowly the sky lightens up, Slowly, slowly, the horizon brightens up.

As the sun turns to gold, as the burning rim Of the sun, brings life into leaf and limb.

Slowly, slowly, as twilight comes on, Slowly, slowly, a parrot calls—Lan-n-n.

As the sun goes down quite soon, And in the sky is the lamp of the moon.

Nature's Gems Silver is the daisy, golden is the sun, Diamond are the far-off stars, twinkling one by one.

Amethysts are violets in an emerald glade, Pearls are the floating clouds, forms of light and shade.

Sapphires are the arch of sky, up above our heads, Opals the down of baby birds, soft as feather beds, Garnets are apples, red, ripe and rosy, Turquoises are the blue sea, or a blue-bell posy.

Zircons are pale skeleton leaves—part of air and water, Copper is the flashing lightning, nature's daughter, Agates are tulips, native of Holland, Topazes are amber rocks, on the ghostly sand.

These things are always with us in sleet, rain or snow, Be kind to them, be gentle, wherever you may go.

—Pia Brous, 8 years, IV.a, Nevile.

An Invitation As I was walking home one day, I met a mousie on the way.

She said I could not come to tea, Because she'd asked a bumble-bee.

As I was walking home one day, I met a pussy on the way.

He said I could not come to tea, Because he had some friends to see.

As I was walking home one day, I met a wombat on the way, He said that I could come to tea, Because he had no friends, you see.

—Helen Wostry, 10J years, Va, Krome.

A Duck

I saw a little fluffy duck Swimming in the water, And that little duck did get stuck, And that is how I caught her.

I put her in a little box, And wrapped her up in paper, She laid her head upon my socks, I will tell you the rest later.

—Bronwyn Hall, 8 years, lib, Cato.

The Evening

The dusk is over the town, The lights are shining in the street, And along the roads the patter of feet.

Then all is silent, the darkness falls, Around the city are big, black walls.

—Christine Raftopoulos, 10 years,Va, Nevile.

A Thank-you Prayer Thank you, God, for the lovely flowers, Thank you for the pleasant showers.

Thank you for our fathers and mothers, Thank you for our sisters and brothers.

Thank you for the day and night; Help us to do not wrong but right.

—Debbie Marriott, 8 years, Ilia, Krome.

Salt

Salt comes from underground, from the sea and lakes, Salt is used as flavouring in all good cakes, Farmers give salt to animals to keep them well and strong, And we have salt to keep us fit the whole day long.

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Salt comes from underground by chopping bits of rock, Then it's taken many miles to ships at the dock, The ships then sail the ocean to many different lands, And there you see the salt go through so many different hands.

Salt comes from lakes where the water has been dried, And men rake up the salt in piles—they couldn't be cold if they tried.

The salt is then sold to shops and put upon the shelf, And anyone can walk in and buy it for himself.

Susan Donath, 8 years, Ilia, Nevile.

The Awakening

All the treasures in the world, One takes them all for granted.

The buds upon the lilac tree Are huddled close together.

Then, with the help of rain and morning dew, The petals burst forth and show their beauty; The plant has come to life.

The apple blossom—pink and white So delicately is flourishing, The garden is a sheer delight; The world has awakened.

—Judy Katchor, 10J years, Va, Berry.

My Pony Each morning after breakfast I go outside to play, Then feed my little pony on apples, chaff and hay.

When I've brushed his shining coat, I'll put his saddle on, And mount him in the yard.

Then across the fields we ride, To the hill on the other side.

—Rosemary Brown, 10 years, Vb, Fitchett,

World

Magic In his dark and gloomy room, I hear a sudden firey boom, And there before my eyes I see The magic man whose name is Lea. He twirls his hand above the ground, And then, without the slightest sound, A snake-like creature will arise With green and purple goggling eyes.

—Elizabeth Brown,

10 years, Vb, Fitchett.

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Acknowledgements The committee wishes to thank the schools which have sent the following magazines ; "The Collegian" (M.L.C., Claremont), "The Mitre" (C.E.G.S. for girls, Newcastle)^ "The Corion" (Geelong Grammar), "The Swan" (Sale High School), "The Michaelian" (St. Michael's, St. Kilda), The Scotch Collegian, M.C.E.G.G.S. magazine, The Melburnian (M.C.E.G.S.), "Coo-ee" (C.E.G.G.S., Geelong), "The Swan" (Guildford Grammar), "Quaerite" (Shelford, C.E.G.G.S.), "The Lucernian" (Presbyterian Girls' College, Geelong), "The Sydneian" (Sydney Grammar School),"The Record" (U.H.S.), Carev Chronicle, "Pallas" (MacRobertson High), Wesley College Chronicle, "Prospice" (Camberwell High School), "The Ivanarian (Church of England Grammar School, Ivanhoe); "Silver and Green" (M.L.C., Elsternwick), Ipswich Girls' Grammar School Magazine, "The Mitre" (Trinity); "Kanyanya" (Castlemaine High School), "The Lauristonian," "Running Waters" (Traralgon High), "The Triune" (Essendon Grammar School), Minoli (Mowbray, Kandy), "Over to you (School of the Air, Broken Hill), and any others which may have been unintentionally omitted. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiniiiiii

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THE OLD COLLEGIAN

HAWTHORN

M . L. C. a r c h i v e s

December, 1962

Silver and Green (Eljf m a g a z i n e o f %

i B r t l j n & t H t ICabiPs' ( C o l l p g r , ISiauilljflnt DECEMBER, 1962

Editor: KATHRYN Sub-Editor:

HUMPHREY.

CECILIA

FOCKEN.

Committee: Miss D . CERUTTY, M A R G A R E T A L M O N D , DIANNE B A R R E T T , MARY B E D D O E , H E L E N B R O A D B E N T , MARJORIE CLARKE, H E A T H E R C O L E M A N , L A U R E L COULTAS, H E L E N E D I M M I T T , G A Y HILL, CHRISTINE INGAMELLS, H E A T H E R JACKSON, VIVIENNE KAY, E L W Y N K E O W N , D I A N A M A R T I N , GLENICE M c L E O D , D I A N A NASH, VIRGINIA P A D D L E , D I A N A R E D M A N , SUE T H O M A S , L Y N D A L L T H O R P E , BERIS TURNLEY, H E L E N V O R R A T H , KARIN W H I T E , ANNE W A I T E , D I A N A WEEKES.

Editorial "The important tiling in life is not the triumph, but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered, but to have fought well."—Baron Pierre de Coubertin.

In the Olympic Games, for which these words were written, the ideal race of life is reflected in concrete form. Man is in competition with man while at peace, black man meeting white in the absence of prejudice, intolerance and pride. The glory of the races lies in the lack of discrepancy between the one who wins and the one who comes last—they are both so intimately bound up in the same race and the same struggle, at one with the battle against the elements, at one with the throb of pulsating hopes and disappointments. We can only differentiate between them in that one reaches the line before the other.

Eveiyone of us is a participant in the race of life, and eager to play on: "God give us bases to guard or beleaguer, Games to play out, whether earnest or fun."

How useless we would be if there were no combats, whether they be physical combats with other Houses or other Schools, whether they be the greater mental combat of vital examinations, or, above all, of the realisation of one's self and one's own values.

It is true that the School has a great influence in the moulding of our lives. As we grow in maturity, we are presented with the values we know to be right—our struggle is in assimilating these values into our way of life, so that we may form a sound basis for our individual personalities.

Those girls who are leaving this year know that they have not reached the final conclusion, which will come only as their values are tested and proved in the wider spheres of life. They know that as they grow in mind and body the struggle will become harder. Even then, we cannot hope to see the end. The full awareness is somewhere beyond our knowledge.

"On the earth the broken arcs; In the heaven, a perfect round."

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The Principal's Message 1 sometimes wonder whether we are justified in singing so heartily, or singing at all, "The Best School of All". Written b y Henry Newbolt, this song has been adopted by many schools and M.L.C. has no pre-emptive right to it.

Does not the phrase suggest a little too much pride? W e know there are many splendid schools and other girls or boys have as much right to regard theirs as "the best school of all" as we have.

W h y should we say that M.L.C., for us, is the best school or even a good school? Not because of its buildings. Not because its curriculum may b e extensive and its facilities attractive (after all, other schools could make similar claims). Not because our examination results sometimes are creditable or we are satisfied, on occasions, with what our girls do in sport or music or drama or any other activity. If we say we regard it as a good school because of its prefects and senior girls we may be a little nearer the truth. If we assign a good teaching staff as the reason for our satisfaction we may be still nearer.

Surely, the only sound reason for saying that M.L.C. is a good school could be the quality of the girls themselves. If they fail in Christian character the School fails altogether. If our girls d o not maintain the Christian principles for which

M.L.C. stands, both while they are here and after they leave, it is useless for us to say that it is "The best school of all".

W e are justified in seeking better academic results. W e must do more to train more girls for the Universities, for the professions, for service of all kinds in home and community. W e are under obligation to parents and pupils to ensure that, as far as possible, all girls become wellequipped intellectually, professionally, socially, for the tasks of their homes, first of all, and for the needs of a world which calls insistently for more talented, thoughtful and gracious women. For that very reason w e cannot be satisfied with academic achievements alone.

Our Christian ideals and our loyal allegiance to those ideals can justify us in hoping that M.L.C. may be a good school, not just because it belongs to us but because we belong to its heart and are true to its spirit. That is why the words of Paul to Timothy apply to us: "Hold to what you have been taught.

Hold to your convictions.

Remember who your teachers were.

Remember you have known the truth that can impart wisdom by faith in Christ Jesus."

A. H A R O L D W O O D , Principal.

The "Hctvo\d Wood Wing" "The building of a new wing is being commenced as this issue of "Silver and Green" is being published. It will be situated south of the " G . R. Nicholas W i n g " and in the same line as the " R . W . Nevile Wing". The School Council has decided that it will be named the "Harold W o o d Wing."

This new wing should complete the whole rebuilding scheme which has been in progress for some years past. It will not provide for a greater •enrolment but will make better provision for Art and Craft and for some classes which have had inadequate accommodation. It will consist of three storeys. There will be five Art and Craft studios and seven Form-rooms, one of these rooms being used also for History of Art. The Studio

Staff and store-rooms also will be provided for in this new wing.

North House will be demolished and its classes transferred to the new wing. It is hoped that a squash court may be built on the site of North House.

An appeal is being made to parents and Old Collegians to support the scheme which will involve a cost of about £90,000.

Gifts, which are deductions from income tax, are requested from parents and Old Collegians towards this major effort.

The "Harold W o o d W i n g " , it is expected, will be ready for occupation at the beginning of Third Term next year.

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School Diarq February: Tuesday, 13th: Beginning of Term I. Friday, 16th: School Service and Induction of Prefects and Associate Prefects in the Assembly Hall.

Saturday, 17th: In the first Cricket match our girls lost on the first innings by one run.

Friday, 23rd: Combined Societies. Representatives of the various activities of the School spoke during Open Period.

Saturday, 24th: The Cricket team was successful against Williamstown.

March: Friday, 2nd: Mr. Utassy, known in the School for his ballet work, spoke for U.N.A. on Australian life from the migrant's point of view, giving illustrations from his own personal experiences. The election of House Officers for 1962.

Saturday, 3rd: Again our Cricket team won outright against Nunawading.

Friday, 9th: Mrs. Janet Secomb spoke most touchingly on the position in Tonga, inspiring the S.C.M. to help Tongan boys gain education.

Saturday, 10th: The School's first Table Tennis teams played for die first time, Silver lost to MacRobertson High Blue team and Green defeated MacRobertson Black. The Cricket team won. on the first innings against Williamstown.

Friday, 16th: In the first Inter-House Debate for the year, Cato defeated Tiddeman on the topic: "Censorship is necessary in the modern community".

Saturday, 17th: M.L.C. Baseball and Tennis teams had mixed success in the matches against P.L.C. The Cricket team defeated Sunshine and both Table Tennis teams won their matches.

Friday, 23rd: Tonga Day was held in an effort to raise money for Tongan boys' education. In Open Period, Miss Cerutty, Mr. Seymour and a group of Senior S.C.M. girls gave an introduction to the activities of S.C.M. Saturday, 24th: In the matches against The Hermitage the Baseball teams won every match and the Tennis teams won all except one. The Cricket team defeated U.H.S. but both Table Tennis teams lost.

Monday, 26th: A most hilarious Baseball match was held between the Staff and the Prefects, who naturally overwhelmed their opponents.

Friday, 30th: Berry defeated Krome in the second Inter-House Debate on the topic: "Tradition is a bar to progress".

Saturday, 31st: All the Baseball teams won, but the Tennis teams were not so victorious against Morongo. The Cricket team defeated Clayton, and in Table Tennis Green was defeated but Silver won. The representatives in the All Schools' Swimming did well.

April: Friday, 6th: The S.C.M. speaker in Open Period was Mrs. Lunn, who spoke very interestingly on Africa.

Saturday, 7th: Silver won but Green lost in the Table Tennis.

Saturday, 14th: Both Table Tennis teams won.

Monday, 16th: Miss Illingworth and Miss Cowper kindly gave items for Meditation in the Chapel.

Tuesday, 17th: A group of girls presented some of the poems from "The Witnesses" by Clive Sampson, in the Chapel. School Communion Service was held in the Chapel.

Wednesday, 18th: Recess for Easter.

Wednesday, 25th: School resumed after Easter Recess. Senior School examinations began.

"A Vision Splendid!" (The Future School) —Judith Kennett, III.c, Fitchett.

Saturday, 28th: The Table Tennis teams were both successful.

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May: Saturday, 5th: In the Table Tennis semi-final both the teams were defeated.

Saturday, 12th: The Annual Sports were most enjoyable, ending in a well-deserved win for Krome.

Sunday, 13th: The Annual Church Service at Auburn Methodist Church was conducted by Dr. Wood.

Wednesday, 16th: A wonderful performance of Handel's Messiah was given by the combined Scotch College and M.L.C. choirs under the capable baton of Mr. G. Logie-Smith.

Thursday, 17th: The Teenagers' Dance at the Hawthorn Town Hall.

Friday, 18th: End of Term I. June: Tuesday, 5th: Beginning of Term II. Friday, 8th: Miss Helen Deane spoke about S.C.M. in Open Period.

Sunday, 10th: Berry House Service in the Chapel.

Tuesday, 12th-Wednesday, 13th: The Drama Contest was held for the second time with Mr. Keith Hudson adjudicating. The plays were of very high standard and Berry presented the winning play.

Friday, 15th: The School said farewell to Stan Hogan, who, after many years of faithful service, gave a very touching speech. In Open Period Mr. Frank Menzies spoke for U.N.A. on the "Freedom From Hunger Campaign".

Saturday, 23rd: The teams had mixed successes in Basketball and Hockey against P.L.C. Friday, 29th: Fitcliett firmly convinced Dr. Wood that "The Press is more harmful than beneficial" in the ifinal Inter-House Debate against Nevile.

Saturday, 30th: The Staff presented a most entertaining recital in the Assembly Hall in aid of the new wing which is to be built.

In the matches in Basketball and Hockey, M.L.C. did well against their worthy opponent, Morongo.

July: Sunday, 1st: Fitchett House Service in the Chapel.

Friday, 6th: Mrs. Yarnold spoke for U.N.A. on the World Health Organisation. A U.N. discussion was held at school in the evening. Middle and Lower Middle Examinations began.

Saturday, 7th: The teams playing the girls from The Hermitage were more successful in Basketball and Hockey. Both the Table Tennis teams were defeated.

Thursday, 12th: In recognition of France's National Day, the Senior French students were privileged to see the film "Don Camillo" and although stealing sly looks at the sub-titles they struggled valiantly to follow the French.

Friday, 13th: A film on the China Inland Mission was shown for Scripture Union Day in Open Period.

Saturday, 14th: Success was gained by both Silver and Green in the Table Tennis matches.

Sunday, Chapel. '

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Cato

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Monday, 16th: Mid-term holiday.

Saturday, 21st: The Music School presented a most enjoyable recital of very high standard. In the matches against M.C.E.G.G.S., the Basketball teams were victorious; the Hockey teams also did well. In Table Tennis Silver won but Green lost.

Saturday, 28th: Both Table Tennis teams won.

August: Wednesday, 1st: The choir, under Miss Elton, proved its ability in the performance of its works, and in the Messiah Choruses with Scotch, in the "Festival of Song for St. Hilda's", in which Melbourne's four leading schools, M.L.C., Scotch, P.L.C. and Wesley, participated in Festival Hall.

Saturday, 4th: Our teams played Toorak College.

Wednesday, began.

8th: Senior School

examinations

Saturday, 11th: Silver and Green both won their matches.

Sunday, 12th: Nevile House Service was held in the Chapel.

Friday, 17th: A riotous and most profitable performance of "The Villain" was presented by the Sub-Intermediates under the production of Miss Rudin.

Saturday, 18th: Silver won, but Green lost.

Saturday, 25th: Both Table Tennis teams won.

Thursday, 30th: Fitchett was victorious in the Senior House Music Contest adjudicated by Mr. Logie-Smith. A wonderful night was had by all attending the Matriculation Dance.

Friday, 31st: End of Term II. During the holidays an unforgettable tour was experienced by the party of girls who visited New Guinea, and an exhausting but wonderful day was experienced by the large party of Physics students who visited Lucas Heights, Mt. Stromlo Observatory, and the National University in Canberra.

The never-tiring Table Tennis teams sacrificed their time to play in the semi-finals, but, unfortunately, both lost.

September: Tuesday, 18th: Beginning of Term III. Friday, 21st: In Open Period, Mr. Parflow spoke for the U.N. on Post-War Immigration.

Sunday, 22nd: Krome House Service in the Chapel. '

36 SILVER A! D GREEN Thursday, 27th: For the first time for many years "Back to School Day" for Old Collegians was held in the Assembly Hall and the School and the old girls were entertained by representatives of the various activities of the School.

Friday, 28th: Rev. Stanley I. Weeks, the President of the Methodist Conference, caught and held our attention for S.C.M. on "Christ in Our School".

October: Friday, 19th: Four representatives from the New Guinea excursion entertained the School in Open Period on behalf of U.N.A. Lovely colour slides were shown and the girls told of their trip and showed souvenirs. Miss Cerutty's Literature girls went for the week-end to Tecoma and had a most intellectual and enjoyable holiday.

Thursday, 25th: Fitchett's Middle School Choir followed the example of their Seniors by winning the Middle School Music Contest adjudicated

by Dr. Deane.

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November: Sunday, 4th: The Old Collegians' Annual Service in the Chapel.

Monday, 5th: Mid-term holiday.

Friday, 9th: Middle and Lower Middle School Music Recital.

Tuesday, 13th: Leaving and Intermediate Examinations.

Thursday, 22nd: Communion Service in the Chapel. Old Collegians' visit for enrolling members. Matriculation girls leave.

Monday, 26th: Matriculation Examinations.

December: Friday, 7th: Parents' Day—Exhibition of Work.

Sunday, 9th: Christmas Carol Service in the Chapel.

Thursday, 13th: Senior Speech Night in Melbourne Town Hall.

—Stuart Tompkins Photo.

M A G A Z I N E A N D LIBRARY

COMMITTEES

Back Row (Magazine), Left to Right: Christine Ingamells, Sue Thomas, Margaret Almond, Vivienne Kay, Anne Waite, Diana Nash, Mary Beddoe, Marjorie Clarke, Heather Jackson, Heather Coleman, Helen Vorrath.

Middle Row (Magazine): Diana Redman, Helene Dimmitt, Diana Weekes, Helen Broadbent, Karin White, Gay Hill, Kathryn Humphrey (Editor), Cecilia Focken (Sub-Editor), Diana Martin, Virginia Paddle, Beris Tumley, Laurel Coultas, Lyn Thorpe.

Front Row (Library): Helen Fry, Ailsa McLaren, Christine Patch, Bronya Cropper, Judy Wells, Julie Cooper, Julie Suares (Librarian), Denisc Chipperfield, Kerin Waller, Fiona Duncan, Margaret McLaren, Dorothy Pollard.

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Chapel

Notes

Apart from the regular Sunday evening services in the Chapel, the following special services have been held since June: June 10th: Berry House Service.

July 1st: Fitchett House Service.

July 15th: Cato House Service.

August 12th: Nevile House Service.

September 23rd: Krome House Service.

October 28: Boarders' Confirmation Service.

November 4th: Old Collegians' Annual Service.

December 9th: Christmas Carol Service.

Twenty-six girls were received into membership of the Methodist Church on profession of faith in a service on Sunday evening, 28th October. The anthem, "Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace", was sung by the Boarders' Choir under the leadership of Miss Flockart with Mr. Eggington at the organ. Each girl was presented with a Bible. Parents and friends of the participating girls were present, some of whom had come a considerable distance in order to attend the service.

The following girls were received into membership: Catherine Anderson, Vivienne Blanksby, Heather Brien, Anne Brooks, Sansan Ching, Dale Craigie, Wendy Dixon, Sally Falconer, Barbara Garonne, Dallas Hodge, Jill Hutchings, Susan James, Nola Jelbart, Christina Loh, Jane MacCarthy-Clarke, Betty McCready, Judy Mitchell, Meredith Morris, Bobyn Payne, Patricia Ramsay, Judith Richards, Lynette Sobey, Ruth Torode, Anne Turner, Ellen Watson, Lorraine Young.

I n f a n t Baptisms in F i t c h e t t C h a p e l Jan Elisabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. E. McCorkell (Margaret Kidd) on 13th May. Joanne Margaret, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. K. C. Lloyd (Margaret Jane) on 20th May. Catherine Ann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Sansum (Mary Morgan) on 7th October.

Catherine Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Kerwin (Elaine Francis) on 21st October.

James Lachlan, son of Mr. and Mrs. K. W. Scott (Anne Simpson) on 28th October.

Sherryn Lesley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. K. M. Bowman (Judith Edmondson) on 2nd December.

Katrina, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. F. Newman (Valerie Suter) on 2nd December.

Weddings

Janice Wallis to David G. Noakes on 5th May. June O'Connell to Trevor E. Treadwell on 12th May. Marion Trembath to Barry Morris on 12th May. Jennifer Dugay to Peter Jackson on 12th May. Dr. Wood was assisted by Pastor A. E. White.

Diana Quick to Ian MacMillan on 12th May. Rev. Ian Parton officiated.

Anne Harvey to Axel Kruse on 18th May. Judith Tweddle to Peter White on 31st May. Elwyn Burge to Leon Verney on 2nd June.

Maureen Anderson to David J. Ball on 9th June.

Celeste Walters to Graham Shunke on 23rd June.

Jennifer Levick to Graham Hamilton on 14th July. Rev. W. A. Brumley officiated.

Joan Taylor to Norman R. Warway on 28th July.

Neroli Hardie to Pieter den Houting on 18th August. Rev. J. D. Drysdale officiated.

Eleanor Lade to Irwin Wilson on 25th August.

Dr. Wood assisted the Rev. Prof. Norman Lade.

Margaret Birkett to Stanley Alford on 25th August.

Beryl Windsor to Trevor L. Blake on 31st August.

Marea Schuch to Ian Karlson on 4th September.

Margaret Edwards to Terry Napier on 5th September.

Marno Eddy to Ian Winchester on 8th September.

Noelle Russell to Kenneth Endacott on 8th September.

Claire Munro to Ian Monod on 14th September.

Helen Sartori to Douglas McPherson on 14th September.

Lorraine Buchan to Barry Grey on 22nd September.

Jeanette Grieve to Keith Carroll on 24th September.

Pamela Tagg to Philip Maughan on 29th September.

Marjorie October.

Hunt to William Aumann on

6th

Sue Baker to Alan Lightbody on 26th October.

A d u l t Baptisms in F i t c h e t t C h a p e l Dale Craigie, Dallas Joy Hodge, Nina Jane MacCarthy-Clarke, were baptized on 28th October.

Lynette October.

Smith to Graeme

Judkins on

27th

Jennifer Tainton to Terence Comer on 3rd November. Rev. G. L. Speedy officiated.

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Jill Gardiner to Gary Brunnen on 10th November.

Margery Blight to Alex Kauler on 16th November. Padre Beyer, R.A.A.F., officiated, and Dr. Wood assisted.

Lesley Hayes to Alan Stone on 17th November.

Lynette Latham to Ian Watson on 23rd November.

Elaine Parkes to John Hart on 24th November.

Heather Kyffin to Paul Leonard on 28th November.

Margaret Galbraith to Darcy Seller on 1st December.

Devotional All who have attended Devotional this year sincerely thank Dr. Wood for his inspiring leadership as he showed the importance of prayer in the lives of some of the great Christians, and above all, in the life of Christ Himself. We have been led to see how vital prayer and faith are in our lives too, especially when the world situation is so tense.

In the ceaseless bustle of the School week, and the increasing strain as the year draws to a close, our short period of fellowship in the peace of the Chapel each Wednesday morning, has shown us the truth of the prophet's words: "In quietness and in confidence shall be your strength."—Isaiah 30: 15.

—Heather Jackson.

Student Christian

Movement

Intermediate girls have continued to meet weekly in a large study group, while Matriculation, Diploma and Leaving girls have met fortnightly in small groups. The Senior girls have been studying the challenging and stimulating book, "Abundant Life", which has provided some stirring discussions. We would like to thank all members of Staff who have led study groups during the year and have given invaluable help to us in these discussions.

During Open Period on 27th July the Rev. J. W. R. Westerman, who is the Director of the Social Service Department of the Methodist Church, spoke on social security benefits.

"Brethren, let every man, wherein he is called, therein abide in Christ," was Rev. Mr. Weeks' text when he spoke to us in Open Period. Knowing how busy the Rev. S. I. Weeks was with his duties as President of the Methodist Church in Victoria and Tasmania, we were grateful to him for giving up his time to speak to us. Following his address, he answered questions on Christianity in India, where he had served as a missionary for many years.

On 31st July the film, "A Walk in the Forest", was shown to raise money to buy mincers for New Guinea to enrich the diet of the natives in protein.

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Many M.L.C. girls attended the S.C.M. Tea and Service at Wesley on 3rd July. The speaker gave an interesting and thought-provoking talk.

The second S.C.M. Inter-School function was held at M.L.C. towards the end of Second Term.

This took the form of a tea and evening. The speaker was Professor L. Yates, Professor of Physics from Salisbury University College in the University of Southern Rhodesia, which is the only inter-racial college in that part of Africa.

His talk was of special interest to Leaving and Matriculation students, although the Inters, who attended were very interested and enthusiastic. A short service led by Mr. Seymour in the Chapel ended an enjoyable evening.

Many girls attended the S.C.M. holiday camp held at the Wesley Forestry Camp at Chum Creek during the September holidays. It proved to be a worthwhile camp in all ways; in fellowship, in recreation, in study and in worship.

"Lo, here is fellowship."

—Sue Brunsdon.

U n i t e d N a t i o n s ' Association The need for the United Nations' Organisation, which aims at international peace, has become clear in the recent times of international tension.

Our branch of the United Nations' Association gives us an opportunity of learning of this need for international understanding and co-operation and thus we are each doing our part if we support our own Associaiton.

Representatives from our branch of the U.N.A. have attended two Inter-School committee meetings this Term and an annual U.N.A. dance. A discussion evening held by the Inter-School United Nations committee was held at our school and proved to be very successful, and I am sure the large number that came enjoyed the evening.

The School branch of the U.N.A. has this year been supporting the "Freedom From Hunger Campaign" and we very much appreciated being able to obtain the services of Mr. Menzies, the president of the "Freedom From Hunger Campaign" Committee, who spoke to the School one Open Period. We were able to obtain two films— "First Priority" and "The Hungry Angels"—and these were shown at two of our fortnightly lunchhour meetings. Our campaign shall be in full force this Term and we hope to be able to raise a substantial sum.

One Open Period which helped to add to the success of the U.N.A. this year, was devoted to showing slides of the recent holiday spent in New Guinea by some of our girls.

In conclusion, we all wish to express our thanks to our president, Dr. Sartory, to whom we owe much of the success of the U.N.A. this year.

The time and energy with which he devotes himself to the aims of our Association have no doubt been much felt.

—Jan Cockrem.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN Social Service N o t e s This year there has again been an active participation in Social Service work, resulting in an excellent financial response and a personal interest in social welfare. Our thanks go to Miss Howie, other members of Staff and all Form Social Service Captains, for their wonderful assistance and inspiration given to such a worthwhile cause.

The amounts received for Terms I and II respectively were £368/16/9 and £389/2/2, making a total of £757/18/11. The largest sums were sent to "Orana" (over £76), the Methodist Inland Mission (over £73) and the Methodist Babies' Home (over £62). Other money went to support the Tally Ho Boys' Training Farm, the Spastic Children, mentally retarded and blind children, the Tongan Boys' College, and one Form has undertaken the sponsorship of an Austrian girl.

Various missions in Australia and Fiji received assistance, and some Forms sent money for InterChurch Aid. The result of the Annual Egg Appeal was most satisfactory, and our donation, five crates of eggs and £41/6/-, was much appreciated by Epworth Hospital.

Through the Combined Mission, some girls have gone regularly after school to help with Youth Club work at Collingwood and North Melbourne.

Others are going to help, as in previous years, at the Annual Party and Holiday Camp for migrant children given by the Y.W.C.A. This is one of the more valuable aspects of our work because it brings us into direct contact with the social problems of the community, and for this reason, it is hoped that even more girls will carry it on next year.

—Diana K. Weekes.

"Let me have music dying, and I seek No more delight."

—Keats.

The Music School has continued the second half of 1962 with a full and interesting programme.

Miss Jean Lehmann has joined the Staff to teach Violin, and Mr. Bernard Clarke has been relieving.

The Piano Classes have continued to increase in number, and the high results given, for students who sat for examinations, is evidence of their value.

The Orchestra, under the capable baton of Mr. Blomfield, has further increased its high standard.

The Orchestra accompanies the Hymn singing in Assembly once every week, and it will give one recital later on in the Third Term.

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We wish to congratulate Diana Weekes on obtaining her Licentiate of Music; and Margaret Cameron on gaining her Associate of Music; both girls obtained extremely high marks.

We wish also to congratulate Virginia Weekes, who was chosen fo play as soloist with the Junior Symphony Orchestra at their Annual Concert, held last September. Virginia played Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in D minor.

Again this year, Mr. Ingram has organised several Iunchtime recitals, including piano recitals

by Miss May Clifford, a two-piano recital by Mrs. Keuneman and Miss Ashby; a piano recital

by Miss Jean Featherstone, and a performance of Mendelssohn's Trio in D minor, played by Miss May Clifford (piano), Miss Mary Rowe (cello), and Miss Jean Lethmann (violin). Miss Cowper and Dr. Sartorv have delighted everyone with their singing recitals; both have given several over the past months. Miss Cowper recently sang the song cycle from "Joan of Arc", by Armstrong Gibbs, which was enjoyed by everyone; and we will be very sorry indeed to say goodbye to her at the end of this year. W e wish to thank her for giving so much of her time to the Music School, and for delighting us all with her singing.

The Senior School Music Recital was held on 31st July, and all items rendered were of an extremely high standard.

Our Special Congratulations go to Miss Elton for the brilliant work she is doing with the Senior Choir and Madrigal Group. The Choir sang five extracts from "Liebeslieder", Op. 52 (Songs of Love), by Brahms. W e congratulate Margaret Cameron for her beautiful accompanying, and for being chosen as School Pianist for this year.

The "A. E. Floyd Inter-House Music Contest" was the highlight of Second Term. Mr. G. LogieSmith, of Scotch College, adjudicated again this year, and Fitchett is to be congratulated on gaining first place. Fitchett also won the Middle School House Music Contest, which Dr. Deane, of the University Conservatorium, adjudicated, and Miss Vickery and all the girls in Middle School deserve very high praise.

This year the Senior Choir has sung at two important public functions. In Festival Hall, on 1st August, the combined choirs of M.L.C., P.L.C., Scotch and Wesley, gave a concert in aid of St. Hilda's College. TTie M.L.C. Choir gave two individual items—"Benedictus" by Vaughan Williams, and Schubert's setting of "The Lord is my Shepherd". The Methodist Conference Rally was again attended by Senior Choir this year. It was held in the Melbourne Town Hall on 16th October. The items rendered were "O, Praise God in His Holiness", by Armstrong Gibbs, and "The: Lord is my Shepherd", by Schubert.

At the request of the A.B.C., the Senior Madrigal Group, under the leadership of Margaret Almond, gave a 15-minute recording, which was broadcast over 3LO on 30th July.

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SILVER A! D GREEN 12 Music

Exam

Results—1962

Piano A.Mus.A.—Margaret Cameron.

Grade VII.—Honours: Denise Grocke, Helen Broadbent, Judith Harry. Credit: Jill Bartlett.

Grade VI.—Honours: Christina Loh. Credit: Judith Manley, Barbara Thornton, Meredyth Ackland.

Pass: Julie-Ann Jame, Ava W u , Roslyn Brereton.

Grade V.—Honours: Robyn Moon, Claire Farmer. Credit: Janice Allanson, Ula Jones, Judith Wells, Margaret Crossan, Margaret Sharp, Janet Fry, Merilyn Vernon, Leonie Hawthorn, Helen Trinnick. Pass: Kaye Tully, Susan Fisher, Jill Livingstone, Mary Bush, Margaret Costello, Lynette Sobey.

Grade IV.—Honours: Rosemary Allen, Bronwyn Woodall, Jill Livingstone, Anne Norman, Janice Smith. Credit: Helen Lavender, Jennifer Creen, Glenda Mace, Rosalie Atkins, Sylvia Cowan, Robyn Davies, Gwenda James, Dorothy Klamberg, Lynne Shepherd. Pass: Mary Armstrong, Prudence Duncan, Carol Sharp.

Grade III.—Honours: Sally Corbett, Helen Moon, Alison White, Credit: Susan Winter, Gail Jackson, Vera Kho, Rhonda Toop, Maren Swadesir, Ruth Heazlewood, Lynette Barelli, Mary Armstrong, Claire Lapthorne, Gillian McCulloch. Pass: Kaye Williams, Vicki Molloy, Ellen Watson, Barbara Steane, Judith Roget.

Grade II.—Honours: Judith Kennett, Susan Allanson, Bronwyn McClean, Alyson Creaser, Rosemary Costello, Phyllis Dorey, Ann Silverman, Janette Bucknell, Charlotte Glover, Carolyn Philpot, Jillian Uden, Jan Wilson. Credit: Elizabeth Vincent, Julie Nairn, Hilary Cowan, Kathryn Hogg, Kristine Taylor, Jennifer Yates, Leonie Spargo, Margaret Knee, Kerin Brown, Susan Funston, Elsie Matkovich, Robyn Bartlett. Pass: Sandra Bennett, Winny Kho, Lyndall Gunn, Nicole Jennings, Ellen Watson.

Grade I.—Honours: Helen Gould, Kerin Brown, Margaret Levy, Madeleine Harford, Janet Matthews, Rosamund Duncan, Janet Bitcon, Robyn Patterson. Credit: Marilyn Powell, Jennifer Barcham, Lynne Condon, Judith Oakley, Jennifer Busby, Lisbeth Jennings, Christine Kho, Robyn Grimwade, Robyn Payne. Pass: Miriam Jilbert, Janine Selleck, Faye Zmood.

Preliminary—Janet Bitcon, Susan Donath, Jillian Cameron, Robyn Pratt, Heather Belcher, Judy Katcher, Jennifer Langford, Heather Secomb, Alison Tanner, Jeanette Towns, Angela Wellington, Elizabeth Applegate, Jan Ellis, Lynette Fordred, Christine Hogg, Katrina Shafer, Beverley Mitchell, Judith Brown, Sandra Matthews, Julianne Rule, Julie Spry, Elizabeth Edmondson, Helen Flicker, Linda Fisher, Anna Hegedus, Lee Halligan, Christine Dunner, Heather Lehmann.

Violin Grade VI.—Honours: Rosalie Atkins, Barbara Fisher.

Grade V.—Credit: Laurette Chapman, Lynley Carrington.

Grade II.—Honours: Elizabeth Ditterich. Credit: Janet McCalman, Jill McCasker, Elizabeth Vincent.

Grade I.—Credit: Elizabeth Jardine, Margaret Johns.

Viola Grade V.—Credit: Coleman.

Helen

Jemison,

Heather

Cello Grade VII.—Honours: Denise Deerson.

Grade VI.—Pass: Robyn Langford.

Grade IV.—Honours: Rosemary Ingram.

Grade III.—Honours: Christine Vincent. Credit: Lydia Massey.

Grade II.—Honours: Lydia Massey.

Oboe Grade VII.—Honours: Hilary Mansfield.

Grade VI.—Honours: Hilary Mansfield.

Grade V.—Credit: Susan McKinley.

Perception Grade V.—Credit: Margaret Sharp.

Grade IV.—Honours: Jill Bartlett, Duncan. Credit: Ellen Watson.

Prudence

Grade III.—-Honours: Judith Kennett, Jane Griffiths. Credit: Susan James, Pamela McDonald, Mary Bush. Pass: Josephine Vandeleur.

Dramatic

Art

This year, the girls of the Drama Society, under Miss Dwyer's excellent training, have gained considerable acting experience, and a knowledge of stagecraft from their class activities, which included mimes, play-readings and exercises.

Once again, interest in Drama has been roused by the Annual Drama Festival for the R. W .

Nevile Shield, which was adjudicated this year

by Mr. Keith Hudson. All Houses are to be congratulated on the high standard of their productions. W e particularly congratulate the winner, Berry, on their excellent performance of "Our T o w n " (Act 1), by Thornton Wilder. Second were Krome, who presented "Head of the House", by Sam Bate; equal third were Cato, with "The Barretts of Wimpole Street" (Act II), by Rudolf Beiser, and Fitchett with "I Have Five Daughters", hy Margaret MacNamara; fourth were Nevile, presenting "In Waltz Time", by Philip Johnson; and fifth, Tiddeman, with "Quality Street" (Act II), by J. M. Barrie.

W e regret that we were not able to produce a School Play this year, but hope to have one next year.

Our thanks go to Miss Dwyer, Miss Illingworth, and Miss Thirwell, who take the Senior groups, and Mrs. Roberts and Miss Lederman, w h o take the Junior groups, for the help and inspiration that they give us.

—Diana » Martin.

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Notes

This Term the Speech girls have been working hard for the A.M.E.B. examinations, consequently they have had little time for extra activities. The results were excellent, comprising a hundred per cent. pass.

On Old Collegians' Day several Speech girls gave a delightful presentation of "The Lord Chancellor's Song" from "Iolanthe", and Mary McCord a vivid rendition of Judith Wright's "Old House".

W e would like to tluink the Speech teachers for all the care and extra time they have put into the work of Speech candidates and for their sympathy and understanding—we know that the training they have given us will b e of great value in future years.

—Laurel Coultas.

A r t of Speech R e s u l t s — 1 9 6 2 Preliminary Honours: Rosalind Mann, Evalynn Holt. Credit: Peggy Broadway, Jill Brenton, Pamela Willason, Jacqueline Towns. Pass: Shirley Sullivan.

First Grade Honours: Patricia Horrocks, Gail Jackson.

Credit: Rhonda Toop, Jennifer McBean, Margaret Rumpf, Helen Dettmer, Susan Cooper, Margaret Johns, Robyn Kilgour. Pass: Alison Nevile, Jennifer Tripp, Carolyn Philpot, Beverley Iverson.

Second Grade Honours: Jennifer Howell, Trudi Kenealy, Kaye Borgeest. Credit: Jennifer Davidson, Elizabeth Ingham, Elizabeth McQueen, Helen Hillas. Pass: Louise Powell, Margaret Copeland, Jill Kelly, Barbara Warton.

Third Grade Honours: Nan Brown. Credit: Suzanne Williams, Beris Turnley, Llewellyn Johns, Laurel Coultas, Shane Turnley, Ruth Paynter. Pass: Margot Brenton, Elizabeth Jeffrey, Lynn Wilson, Pamela Ruffley, Greer Zantuck.

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Fourth Grade Practical Honours: Anne Conde, Jane Salthouse. Credit: Mary McCord.

Fourth Grade Theory Honours: June Salthouse, Anne Conde. Credit: Mary McCord.

Debating

Society

Debating is as old as speech itself and equally as important. Every day in our normal tasks we debate with ourselves thus enabling us to see two sides to every question. The function of the Debating Society is to bring these thoughts and arguments into public notice, and so to develop our ability to think quickly. The success which it has achieved depends on the extent to which the members participate in its activities. It has been encouraging to see the large number of girls attending the meetings this year, and to see that most of them have an opinion to express in roundtable discussions.

The feature of the Term's activities, the Leaving Inter-Form Debates, has been a great success this year. The high standard of the speeches and the quality of the debaters has been noticed in particular and this seems to promise well for next year. Leaving girls in particular have been interested in the activities of the club, and it has been unfortunate that extra functions could not be undertaken.

The final Inter-House Debate resulted in a victory for Fitchett, proving to Nevile that the effect of the press on the community is more detrimental than beneficial. This win gave Fitchett the debating honours for the year and congratulations are due both to Fitchett and to all other Houses. Lack of experience was unfortunate and this tended to keep the standard fairly low throughout. The debaters are very grateful to Miss Sutton and Miss Hotchin for their help and criticism given during the period of preparation.

W e had hoped to have various Inter-School functions but these proved impossible to organise because of other extra-curricular activities. This was unfortunate as such meetings are a stimulant to all who participate.

T o those who will continue the traditions of the Society next year we wish the best of luck, to Miss Sutton and Mis Hotchin we give our sincere thanks for their encouragement and leadership during the year, and we hope that this important side of school life will continue to strengthen and grow.

—Margaret Rowe.

Robert

Browning and Elizabeth Barrett—"The of Wimpole Street" (Cato)

Barretts

In conclusion, we offer our sincere thanks to Mr. Ingram, Miss Elton and all members of the Music Staff, for their enthusiastic and energetic work, which is greatly appreciated by the whole School.

—Alison McAllister.

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SILVER A! D GREEN 14 It was extremely interesting to hear about the unusual writing, grammar and difficulties of these languages, not taught during school time.

On Friday, 13th July, the Matriculation girls attended a production of "Romulus der Grosse",

by Durrenmatt. It is described as an unhistorical historical comedy. It was extremely well done and was enjoyed by all. W e were sorry that Miss Gottschalk could not attend, but we thank her very much for the lovely chocolates.

The two Intermediate Forms this year are practising a play each, and maybe will be performed for the German Club later this Term.

The results of the Goethe Competition this year have lieen extremely pleasing, especially the results in the Junior Section.

Prizes: Juniors: Rosemary Banks, First Prize; Elizabeth Applegate and Denice Mander, Second Prize.

Sub-Intermediate: Carmel Fryde, First Prize; Robyn Williams, Second Prize; Grace M. Brisbane, Third Prize.

Leaving: Jane Salthouse, Second Prize.

Matriculation: Fairlie Winston, Second Prize.

-—Lynne Shepherd, S. V.b, Nevil®.

Once again w e would like to thank Mr. Hooke for his leadership of the French Club during the year.

The feature in Second Term was the celebration of French National Day—a delightful French film entitled " T h e Little World of Don Camillo" was screened on the afternoon of this day and was thoroughly enjoyed by the French students from Senior School who attended it.

The French and German Clubs combined for two very interesting meetings when several girls spoke about their experiences of learning Indonesian, English, Russian and Hebrew. These short addresses provided those w h o were present with some idea of the difficulties and rewards of learning such languages. Perhaps it could become a more regular feature to have combined meetings of the French and German Clubs.

As in past years, many girls have entered for the Alliance Frangaise competitions for poetry, dictation and conversation, and we are very grateful to Mademoiselle Bracquart and Mr. Hooke for their help in the preparation thereof.

—Margaret German

Almond.

Activities

The most important event this Term was a combined meeting of the French and German Clubs held in the Montgomery Lecture Theatre.

Four girls gave talks on the difficulties of learning a foreign language. Fairlie Winston spoke about learning Indonesian, Amy Tang about learning English, Sally Anne-Gilman on learning Russian, and Hilary Sage on learning Hebrew.

Honourable Mentions: Juniors: Deborah Ann Castles, Rosemary Costello, Janice Guest, Carolyn Hicks, Rosamond in't Veld, Lydia Massay, Ruth Glenys Stapleton.

Sub-Intermediate: Judy Oakley, Judy Zemel.

Intermediate: Ann Radford, Marian Skinner, Tania Unger.

Leaving: Ellwyn Balmer, Sandra Hocking.

Helena Woller.

Matriculation: Laurel Coultas, Beverley Cullen, Elizabeth Pillar, Leahn Turvey, Karin White.

—Leahn Turvey.

Latin Club Notes On Friday, 18th September, the Annual Latin Night was held at the University.

The programme was introduced by Mr. G. H. Gellie, a Reader in Classics, who welcomed, in Latin, all present. After a most inspiring welcome, an address was given by Mr. J. R. C. Martyn, a Lecturer in Classics, whose subject was "Historical Movements" from the book "Five Roman Authors". In this talk he very graphically described the proud Marius's triumphal march through Rome after he had killed Jugurtha. This talk was followed by Mr. K. F. Quinn, another Reader in Classics, w h o very eloquendy read a passage of poetry from Ovid's "Metamorphoses".

Mr. Quinn reads Latin with captivating inflection and intonation. T o complete the programme, Mr. Martyn led us in the singing of many popular songs, written in Latin, such as "With a Little Bit of Luck", " M y Old Man's a Dustman", " D o g g y in the W i n d o w " and "Auld Lang Syne". It was also stated at this meeting that next year the Committee proposes to hold a contest in the reading of Latin poetry.

Altogether we had a very enjoyable evening and are looking forward to the next meeting.

—Joan Stacey.

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Notes

The first year when Russian has been taught at M.L.C. is drawing to a close, and the pioneers in this subject have had an enjoyable year, in that while we have been learning Russian, w e have also leamt something of languages and their formation generally.

Next year this subject is to b e included in the Intermediate syllabus for girls who wish to take it, and we hope other girls will take on this subject and enjoy it.

This year, as a change from Jean-Paul and Yvonne, Publius and Maria, or Hans and Gerda, we follow the adventures of Pyetya and Masha (Peter and Mary) who live an eventful if somewhat contrived life to the advancement of our knowledge of Russian. On 4th December we are sitting for the Intermediate Examination, in which we hope to have success, for we can even say "the pen of my aunt is on the desk of my uncle!"

—Glenice McLeod.

M o d e r n History Club

Notes

Through its activities this year the Modern History Club has achieved a remarkable success in allying history with other subjects. The talk on history through art and our combination with the French Club to show a film on the French Revolution furthered this end.

The history of our own land has been brought home to us through the excursion to C o m o House and the showing of slides of historic places in Australia. Miss Sutton put two of the meetings to good use by explaining the intricacies of University courses including history subjects.

W e thank Miss Sutton for the splendid leadership She has shown, and wish the Club every success in its task of putting the life back into the past.

—Helene Dimmitt.

Library

Notes

There has been a gratifying increase in the number of fiction and reference borrowers during this year, and we hope that this will continue in the future. In Third Term the library committee held a working bee which was followed by an enjoyable afternoon tea provided by Mrs. Day. On 18th October, two representatives from the library committee attended a meeting of the Schools' Section of the Children's Book Council of Victoria. Mrs. Young, librarian of Fintona Girls' School, spoke of the importance of reading in the broadening of our outlook on life. Then some students of Fintona led a discussion b y explaining how the library advisory panel at their school helps in the selection and grading of books in their library.

Finally, w e would like to thank all the members of the library committee for their co-operation, and the work that they have contributed to the library throughout the year.

—Julie Suares.

Under the capable supervision of our President, Miss Perkins, the Camera Club has progressed very well this year. It began with a large membership which diminished somewhat because our dark room facilities could not cope with the large numbers.

During First Term we studied the uses of various types of cameras and how to take a good photograph as regards composition. W e also learnt about exposure, the development of negatives, contact printing, and enlarging.

W e gained much inspiration from attending the Melbourne Photography Exhibition which was held in the Melbourne Town Hall.

During Second Term we concentrated on the Inter-School Photography Competition, and we were pleased with the results as w e gained quite a number of prizes. This year's results were an improvement as compared with last year's, and are as follows— Black and White: Faces: Third Place, Judyth Mitchell.

At School: Highly Commended, Glenys Hawkins.

Colour Transparencies: Faces: Third Place, Jenny Wadsley.

Places: First Place, Elizabeth mended, Judy Lumley.

Turner;

Com-

At School: Third Place, Judy Lumley.

Animals and Pets: First Place, Jenny Wadsley.

Best Transparency: Jenny Wadsley.

M.L.C. came fourth in the Schools' Aggregate.

Although our time is limited because of exams this Term, we are planning to have an exhibition of our work on Parents' Day. I advise any girl w h o is interested in any branch of photography to join the Camera Club in 1963.

—Dianne

Sloan,

(Secretary), Camera Club.

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SILVER A! D GREEN 16 Old Collegians' Message

As President of the Old Collegians, I send our greetings to the members of the School. We wish you all a successful year's results, and a bright and happy future, especially those whose feet will be set on greater ways, as Speech Night brings their schooldays to a close.

It is to be hoped that all who leave M.L.C. this year will feel it a pleasure, a privilege and an essential step to join the ranks of Old Collegians and to take their place in that wider fellowship of those who have worn the star, and have shared, at some time or other, in the life of the College.

Those who return and continue their schooling need to remember that we, as Old Collegians, are vitally interested in the School and her doings, and that we watch your progress and rejoice in your successes with a very warm interest.

"So we give thanks to God, and we offer a prayer For the School and all those who come under her care."

—Dorothea Cerutty, (President, Old Collegians' Club) Boarders'

Notes

A full and varied programme has been conducive to a happy and very successful year for those in House. The following are some of the dates in the Boarders' calendar: Monday, 5th June: Commencement of Term II, when all returned laden with cases and tuck!

Friday, 22nd June: Our Birthday Night.

A telegram from Miss Flockart reminded us of our grand old age of 80. The evening was celebrated in the traditional style and spirit. This was certainly a night to remember.

Sunday, 8th July: The evening chapel service was broadcast by 3XY. Saturday, 21st July: Teams were formed to tackle the P.L.C. boarders!

Friday, 27th July: The Boarders' Dance, which proved a wonderful function. Many thanks to Wendy Dixon and her helpers for efficient organisation.

Sunday, 12th August: W e journeyed to Wesley College for the Annual Chapel Service with our fellow boarders.

Tuesday, 18th September: The beginning of a vital Term.

Friday, 5th October: A dance, organised by the Boarders' Parents' Association, held in the gym., which was a most successful and happy evening.

Sunday, 28th October: A number of boarders were received into Church membership in Fitchett Chapel. This was indeed a lovely service.

Saturday, 8th December: The Annual Boarders' Picnic. The Kinglake National Park area provided a picturesque setting for the three bus-loads of girls.

Sunday, 9th December: The Christmas Carol Service in Fitchett Chapel was a climax to a very happy year.

Leaving us this year are our Lady Superintendent Miss Cowper, Sister Dallas and Miss D. Wenning. To all sincere wishes for a happy and successful future are extended.

BOARDERS' CHAPEL

CHOIR

—Stuart TomDkins Photo.

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Thanks go to Dr. Wood, Miss Flockart, Mr. Eggington, our gifted organist, and Mr. Seymour for leadership in chapel services, which have been a help and inspiration to us throughout the year.

Our best wishes are conveyed to those who are leaving, and we hope that in the future they will look back with much pride and pleasure on the •wonderful days spent as a boarder at M.L.C. —Helen Birthday

Broadbent.

Night

This year Boarders' Birthday Night was celebrated on 22nd June, and was very important because it was the 80th birthday of M.L.C. Boarders.

After the traditional presentation of sprays to the resident Mistresses, we entered the candle-lit, gaily decorated dining hall for our "special" tea of the year which was enjoyed by all. Following tea the many telegrams were read, and Gaye Condon (our youngest boarder) capably cut the take to the accompaniment of a hearty "happy birthday to us".

When the day-girls arrived they were escorted to the Assembly Hall for an evening's entertainment, commencing with a glimpse of boarding house life (a bathroom scene), accompanied by lyrics, adapted by Shirley Moon and Arna Van .Santen. From the bathroom we were transported .to the Rome of Julius Caesar by the excellent

MADRIGAL

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miming of Gill. Holloway's Intermediate girls. Our Senior House Prefect read a topical poem on the "problems" of M.L.C. hair styles, illustrated by various mannequins with "suitable" hair. After the Oriental atmosphere of Jeanne Mok's delightful and colourful ribbon dance, we saw the "romantic" skit on the balcony between Romeo and Juliet. To end our "live" entertainment, a group of girls produced a scene of the "Mikado", our main singers being our three boarding madrigals —Barbara Thornton, Robyn Langford and Jane Griffiths, Although the projector broke down, everyone enjoyed what we saw of the film "Once More With Feeling".

After our supper of the usual savouries, ice cream and fruit drink, with the appropriate speeches by the Senior Boarding and School Prefects, we ended yet another successful Birthday Night, already anticipating our 81st birthday.

—Helen Watters.

Current Affairs The introduction of a Current Affairs Period into the Matriculation curriculum this year has been a great success and has helped to stimulate girls' interest in contemporary world affairs.

We are grateful to the speakers this Term, who included Mr. David Bradley, who told us of trends in Modern Drama; Mr. Seymour, who spoke on Modern Religious Films in connection with our textbook, "Presenting Ideas"; Miss

SINGERS

—Stuart Tompkins Photo.

Back Row: Lynette Turner, Fiona Fairweather, Alison McAllister, Roslyn Brereton, Helen Buchanan.

Middle Row: Margaret Cameron, Hilary Mansfield, Karin White, Diana Weekes, Claire Farmer, Jane Griffiths, Margaret Sprott, Robyn Langford, Kaye Tully.

Front Row:

Barbara Thornton, Denise Grocke, Margaret Almond Margaret Wall.

(Leader), Ann

Murray,

Jillian

Adams,

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Gottschalk, who described life in Spain, as seen by her on a visit there; Mrs. Young, who gave some helpful hints on Methods of Study; Dr. Wood, who explained the controversy over State Aid to Church Schools to us; several of our Thai girls who spoke about their homeland, and also danced for us, and exhibited their costumes and jewellery; Miss Valda Heraud and Dr. Peter McTeague, who gave us the scientist's opinion of our textbook, "Nothing Like Science"; Mrs. Downie, who described her experiences in Central Australia; Dr. Braun, the cultural officer from the American Legation, who spoke of the position of the Negro in America Today; Dr. Ray Webb, who spoke on Economics and the Common Market; and Miss Cerutty and Miss Sutton, who spoke on South-East Asia, and the Press.

Our particular thanks also go to Miss Cerutty and Miss Sutton, for their organisation of this weekly session.

—Diana Martin.

The success of such a play is dependent upon the extent to which the audience can be persuaded to enter into the spirit of things, and it speaks well for the talent of the actors that the boos, cheers and hisses came naturally and at the appropriate times, stimulated, it is true, by the faithful team planted in the audience, but none the less eager to see the villain thwarted and right established, as it happily was.

Sylvia Renins was excellently cast as Snaker, the rascally banker, and gave a fine interpretation.

Christina Frailand aroused the necessary sympathy as the poor widow of Captain Noble, and Helen Langley as Lucy, her beautiful daughter, captured the attention of the audience in a splendid portrayal of her part, with an ease and confidence (that kept the play from flagging).

"Hiss the V i l l a i n "

It is no reflection on the other players to say that the success of the play hinged on the effectiveness of these actors in holding interest throughout. They were ably supported by Maren Swadesir (Bowler the Clerk), Naida Waite (Captain Noble), Kathryn Nicholson (Percy Noble—his son), and Sandra Day (Harold, in love with Lucy).

We would have been forgiven for thinking we had stepped back into the Victorian era in the Assembly Hall on 17th August, when the SubIntermediate Forms under the leadership of Miss Rudin presented a lighthearted Victorian melodrama entitled "Hiss The Villain". This was indeed a bold departure from the usual type of play, and the cordial reception it received from the large audience made the experiment worthwhile.

The Narrator was Judyth Mitchell, and Grace Brisbane was the Assistant Producer of the play.

The enthusiasm and energy of all who contributed to the success of the play must have been rewarding to the Producer, Miss Rudin. That St. Hilda's Appeal benefited to the extent of over £70 was a fitting climax to an unusual enterprise and the splendid efforts of all concerned.

—Grace Brisbane, Ill.d.

Left to Right: Amy Tang, Tina Sim and Chulee Watanangura, after the Asian Concert.

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Rotari( Club )f Melbourne Talk given by Miss Margaret Almond (Joint Head Prefect of Methodist Ladies' College) on "Prefects' D a y " , 13th June, 1962.

When I first heard that the topic for this talk was to be " M y Hopes for the Future" I began to think of the moral progress of the world, which has so sadly lagged behind the technological progress. Naturally I hope that there will be further scientific discoveries, but only if these are used for the benefit of mankind. With all our great material gains, the world has gained nothing in happiness, peace of mind, or security.

Man now knows, in theory, how to wipe out poverty, hunger, illiteracy, and ill-health, still the lot of two-thirds of the world's people. But has he the wish to do so? W e can see. the problems and pitfalls, as well as the mistakes of the past, and we can benefit from the latter to meet the challenges of the future.

The first phase in the developmental programme of a nation involves the education and training of the peoples, so that they can use their new knowledge to raise their standard of living. W e need to give them more assistance in reducing their hunger, overcrowding, poverty and diseases. I realise that this involves many economic problems, and I would not possibly have the knowledge to suggest any solutions, but surely it must be a cause of concern to all thinking people to know that the majority of the world's people is hungry, and that numbers die without ever having enjoyed a satisfying meal.

Australia should play its part in joining with other peoples of the world in overcoming these problems. But we must raise our moral standards, and moral ideas must be fostered in youth. The first requisite for this advance is to make youth aware of the existing low standards, and the need for improvement. Naturally we should realise the problems within Australia for, after all, that is our first concern.

These improvements include such things as having more respect for one's neighbour—respecting his tastes, ideas and thoughts—in other words, we need more freedom from prejudice. This prejudice is still to be found in racial, class and religious matters, and needs to be remedied if advance is to be made.

Something which I feel requires a great deal of attention is the need for more freedom to live without economic bondage. People are so intent nowadays to work for material gains that there is no time to create and express themselves.

Young people should be more aware that there must be developed in them a greater capacity for original thought, a greater sense of responsibility and a greater appreciation of the problems of humanity. This will come partly through higher eduoation. The young people of Australia must be taught well, and this means that more of them must have the opportunity for higher education.

Furthermore, there is the need for educated people

to be dedicated teachers, who will be prepared to assume the burden that must be placed on them—the responsibility of training the leaders of tomorrow in the ideals of service.

The present school leaving age permits girls and boys to leave school before they have had time to gain very much of this required knowledge. Surely this is something which could b e remedied in the near future, but with higher education should be developed the desire to serve others.

Australia is a fortunate country, with a high standard of living, but we must be conscious of the fact that there are still slums, juvenile delinquency, and many uncared-for old people, as well as other problems.

Much attention has been paid to the care of young children, in the way of baby health centres, nursery schools, kindergarten training, and medical inspection, but very little for the adolescent, f o r whom surely, in the crowded areas, more facilities could be made for such things as sporting: areas, and recreational halls. The elderly also deserve more consideration, and much could and should be done to make their last years comfortable and happy, instead of lonely and miserable.

If we are aware of the needs within Australia it is natural that we will realise the needs of the world around us—we will see our duty towards the underdeveloped countries, particularly those to the north of Australia. Not only is it the duty of we privileged people to help underdeveloped countries, but in a way we are helping ourselves, for our future security may well depend on this.

And in these critical times, with the imminent threat of nuclear weapons, what an important thing it is to cultivate the good will of other nations.

Another reason why Australia is a fortunate nation is that there has never been a war fought on its soil. I hope that this record will be maintained in the future, but I do think that this will only be so if we have the right attitude towards our neighbours. Development of our understanding and relationship with our neighbours is equally as important, if not more important, than material and technical aid which we may give them.

I hope that in the future more emphasis will be put on the development of a world government. The U.N. has tried its utmost to bring the world together in peace, but nations must be more prepared to give up a little of their independence for the beneffit of the world as a whole. This would not involve trying to make all countries conform to a pattern, but merely a means of bringing countries into a closer relationship, thus leading to a deeper understanding of the peoples and their customs, and a realisation of the brotherhood of man.

Whilst it is only common sense to do this, for survival, it is very unlikely, with the present selfishness and apathy of the world's people, that this will come about. It will need a change o f

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heart, and the will to do it must come from within—through a moral change, for our moral progress must exceed our scientific progress, in •order to catch up the present back-lag. The place where this awareness can be developed and fostered is within the home—a Christian home— where the universal love of God can be taught from the very beginning of a child's life. If the home fails, the country is doomed—the breakdown of home life and influence has always marked the breakdown of a nation.

Thus with the many material advantages possessed by 20th century men and women, it is essential that the most important subject is not neglected—and that is religion. In the past, family prayers provided a bond, which linked all the members of the family together with a strong tie.

This practice of family prayers has tended to be-

come less customary with the passing years but if it is reintroduced into the family life, the home would be more liable to withstand any pressures imposed on the people. Strong moral family units will build a strong moral nation ready to serve the nation's needs.

This should naturally be the aim of men and women today, for, after all, this example influences children who will be the future men and women. The leaders of tomorrow will set their standards by those which they have been taught to recognise as the correct ones. My hope is that these standards will be high—so high that nothing—die threat of Communism, the lure of glory, riches or power—will be able to lower them, and Australia will stand as a truly Christian nation, setting a shining example in moral development to the rest of the world.

—Janet Nicholls. S. V.d, Krome.

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Basketball

Notes

An enthusiastic start was made by all basketbailers this year, undertaking strenuous circuit training. The fitness of the girls in the teams proved to be a great asset in winning matches.

The total number of matches won by the School teams this year was 33 out of a possible 38, three matches being drawn.

This success was also due to the untiring efforts of Misses Woodfull, Parry and McArthur, who coached the Senior, Under 15 and Under 13 teams respectively.

The Senior A team, consisting of five members of last year's team, was undefeated, being equal premiers with Morongo. The match against Morongo was the most exciting of all, the match resulting in a draw. Our congratulations are extended to the Morongo team.

The Senior A team was chosen as follows:— G.K., Heather Jackson; G.D., Margaret Lavender; D.W., Sue Minter; C., Sue Furneaux (vice-capt.); A.W., Glenys Greenwood (capt.); G.A., Wendy Robertson; G.S., Judy Tyquin. Colours were awarded at the end of the Term to Sue Furneaux, Glenys Greenwood, Wendy Robertson (redates), Heather Jackson and Sue Minter.

The Senior B team, captained by Josephine de Tarczynski, had quite a successful season, considering that several positional changes were made, making it difficult to combine always as aL team. The team won five out of seven matches.

Joan Walduck captained the Under 15 team, which also had a very successful year, winning all but one match.

The Under 13 team showed much promise and enthusiasm in their matches played this season.

Captained by Shame Perry, the team lost only one match.

W e hope that the girls in the Under 15 and Under 13 teams will continue to play well and will perhaps form the Senior School team in future years.

All teams wish to thank their respective coaches for their help throughout the season. With the introduction of "circuit training" and the "Basketball Song", the enthusiasm created by them has been the major factor in our successful season.

W e hope that future teams will be even more successful than those of this year and that they will always remember they are playing for "The grand old team of Silver and Green."

—Glenys Greenwood.

Congratulations are extended to the following girls who have received their School Colours:— Glenys Greenwood (redate), Suzanne Furneaux (redate), Wendy Robertson, Sue Minter, Heather Jackson.

Results—Senior A: M.L.C. d. P.L.C., 28-16; M.L.C. d. Hermitage, 33-19; M.L.C. d. M.C.E.G.G.S., 28-13; M.L.C. drew with Morongo, 27; M.L.C. d. Ruyton, 45-8; d. Korowa 29-21; d. Strathcona 32-16; d. Lauriston 25-3; d. Toorak 48-34; and drew with St. Catherine's 15.

Hockey

Notes

The Hockey season for 1962 was very successful. The enthusiasm of girls at circuit training, practices and the encouraging and patient help given by our coach, Miss Price, was greatly appreciated. Our Senior A team included:— Goalkeeper, Barbara Thornton (capt.); Right Back, Ros Perry; Left Back, Lyn Sheather; Left Half Back, Keren Heard; Centre Half Back, Helen Burroughs; Right Half Back, Kaye Switson; Left

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BASKETBALL T E A M Glenys Greenwood

(Capt.), Suzanne Furneaux, Judith Tyquin, Wendy Sue Minter, Margaret Lavender.

TENNIS T E A M

—Stuart Tompkins Photo.

Robertson,

Heather

Jackson,

—Miss

Perkins

Photo.

Front Row, Left to Right: Judy Lumley, Jenny Mitchell, Helen Burrows, Helen Broadbent (Vice-capt.), Suzanne Furneaux (Capt.).

Back Row, Left to Right: Margaret Ashton, Margery Rogan, Elizabeth McDonald.

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HOCKEY Back

Row,

Left to

Front Row: Gwenda

Front

Row:

Right:

Jenny

—Stuart Tompkins Photo.

TEAM

Mitchell, Rosslyn Perry, Jenny Enid Ottrey, Lyn Sheather.

James, Terrell Taylor, Barbara Thornton

Norton,

Kaye

Switson, Keren

(Capt.), Diane Redman, Helen

Heard,

Burroughs.

—Stuart Tompkins Photo.

BASEBAI.L T E A M Back Row: Pam Proctor, Margaret Lavender, Julie Sanguinetti, Kay Triplett.

Terrell Taylor, Josephine de Tarczynski, Glenys Greenwood (Capt.), Wendy Robertson, Heather-Anne Leigh.

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CRICKET T E A M

—Stuart Tompkins Photo.

Back Row: Helen Fairlie, Elizabeth Sutcliffe, Veryan Charters, Jo Barber, Helen Bourne, Sue Margaret Cutcliffe.

Front Row: Mary Walduck, Diana Redman, Alison Foulis (Capt.), Judy Chambers, Susan

A T H L E T I C S A N D T A B L E TENNIS

TEAMS

Howsam, Webb.

—Stuart Tompkins Photo.

Back Row (Athletics), Left to Right: Susan Flett, Sue Minter, Helen Jemison, Jane Godbehear, Ros. Lawson,.

Middle R o w (Athletics), Left to Right: Carol Leyshon, Lana Tishler, Margaret Mann, Joan Walduck, Anne Stillwell, Kaye McCarroll, Christine Vincent, Carol Leonard.

Front Row (Table Tennis), Left to Right: Elizabeth Bradbury, Sue Betheras, Rosemary Humphries, Judy Shardey (Capt., Silver), Gillian Hocking (Capt., Green), Barbara Hulme, Diana O'Meara, Carole Dixoiw Sue Stuart, Mary Alexander.

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«G TEAM

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—Stuart Tompkins Photo,

Standing, Left to Right: Kaye Bolwell, H< lena Woller, Joanne Barber, Kneeling, Left to Right: Cathy Elder, Joan Brown.

Wing, Diana Redman; Left Inner, Enid Ottrey; Centre Forward, Gwenda James; Right Inner, Terrell Taylor (vice-capt), Right Wing, Jenny Norton.

The results of the matches played were:— Morongo d. M.L.C., 2-1; M.L.C. drew with P.L.C., 2-2; M.L.C. drew with Korowa, 2-2; M.L.C. d. Hermitage, 3-1; M.L.C. drew with Ruyton, 2-2; M.L.C. drew with M.C.E.G.G.S., 5-5; M.L.C. drew with T.L.C., 1-1; M.L.C. drew with St. Leonard's, 1-1; St. Catherine's d. M.L.C., 2-1.

The B team, captained by Jenny Mitchell, also had a successful season, winning three matches, losing three and drawing in one. Our Under 15 team, captained by Kaye Bolwell, and our Under 13 team, were both coached by Miss Manning.

Our sincere thanks go to her. The girls were very enthusiastic, and we now look for very good teams in future years.

Patricia

Da vies.

W e must congratulate those girls who obtained their colours—Terrell Taylor, Enid Ottrey, Keren Heard and Barbara Thornton (redate).

W e must thank and congratulate Miss Price and Miss Woodfull for the compositions of our songs, which came in very handy and were enjoyed thoroughly on our trips to Geelong. To those girls returning, keep up the good work, and we wish you the best of luck for the future season.

Good luck!

—Barbara Thornton.

Table Tennis

Notes

Methodist Ladies' College was represented by two teams—M.L.C. Green and M.L.C. Silver— in the Victorian Table Tennis Association's Winter Pennant Competition.

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The Green team consisted of:—Gillian Hocking (capt.), Barbara Hulme, Diana O'Meara, Carole Dixon and Susan Stuart.

The Silver team was as follows:—Judy Shardey (capt.), Sue Betheras, Elizabeth Bradbury and Rosemary Humphries.

Results of the matches were:— MacRobertson White d. M.L.C., Green, 7-4.

M.L.C. Green d. MacRobertson Green, 10-1.

Centre d. M.L.C. Green, 11-0. M.L.C. Green d.

Hakoah, 6-5. M.L.C. Green d. MacRobertson Royal, 7-1. MacRobertson White d. M.L.C. Green, 7-4.

University High d. M.L.C. Silver, 8-3. M.L.C. Silver d. Penleigh, 11-0. M.L.C. Silver d. Mac-

Robertson Red, 9-2. M.L.C. Silver d. MacRobertson Blue, 10-1. M.L.C. Silver d. MacRobertson Gold, 11-0. M.L.C. Silver d. Hakoah, 11-0.

Hakoah 1 d. M.L.C. Silver, 7-4.

Once again both teams qualified for the semifinals.

However, they were unsuccessful in qualifying for the finals.

Results of the semi-finals were:— MacRobertson White d. M.L.C. Green, 6-3.

Hakoah 1 d. M.L.C. Silver, 6-2.

In conclusion, we would like to thank Miss Perkins for the excellent advice and assistance she has given us throughout the past two seasons, and the best of luck to next year's teams.

—Gillian Hocking and Judy Shardey.

House Notes Berry "So we'll shout to all the world, Whenever there's a test, that always Berry's the best House."

1962 has proved a most exciting year for Berry, and whatever the outcome, we will all remember the enthusiastic spirit with which we entered into our House activities.

Our congratulations and thanks are extended to the cast and producers who helped to make Berry's presentation of "Our Town" the winner of this year's Drama Festival.

W e were very capably led in the Senior Choral Contests by Hilary Mansfield (conductress) and Karin White (pianist) and are grateful for the many hours of work they put into preparation. W e were particularly proud of Hilary's original composition, "Nunc Dimittis", which gained equal top marks. Our congratulations, however, go to Fitchett for the very high standard of work which won them both Senior and Junior Contests.

Our Middles were conducted by Jenny Ellett, with Jill Cummings as pianist, in their recent Choral Contests. Unfortunately, all their hard work resulted only in fifth place but our thanks go to all Berryites who took part in the special items for both Senior and Junior Contests.

Owing to Jo Barber's Life Saving Campaign many of us are finding ourselves in the pool after school, practising for various exams. However, we have had more success here than on the sports field, losing Hockey and Basketball to Fitchett, and not rating very successfully on the Cricket pitch. We are very grateful though to Alison Foulis for all her help with our cricketers.

On behalf of Berry, I would like to thank our leaders for their support throughout the year, particularly Elwyn Keown for her work with our

teams, and our Middle Captains, Anne Lankaster and Judy Kuring, and our Senior Vice-captains, Mary McCord and Alison Foulis.

Finally, we extend our appreciation to Miss Sutton and the other Berry Mistresses for all the time they have put into making this such a happy year for Berry.

During the year, House Colours have been awarded to the following girls: Mary McCord, Pat Davies, Kaye Bolwell, Bronwyn Bawden, Karin White, Elizabeth Pillar, Jillian Adams, Hilary Mansfield, Robyn Langford, Gail Harding, Jeanette McGregor, Elizabeth Moffatt, Robyn Windle and Merilyn Vernon, and redates to many others.

In closing, we wish all those leaving Berry the best of luck for their future and "Those returning Make more faithful than before."

—Judy Lumley.

Cato Cato is still trying to achieve greater things and we hope that extra enthusiasm next year will help us to do so.

There is still a certain amount of apathy in the Senior Section of the House, causing us in some instances to rely too much on a small number of loyal Catoites. Have YOU done anything for Cato this year?

The House Chapel Service, held early in Second Term, was attended by a great number of girls (mainly Middle School), their parents and friends. We thank Dr. Wood for conducting die service. The large attendance emphasised the willingness of the majority to participate fully in House events.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN It was most unfortunate that Cato came equal fifth in the Senior House Music Contest. Our sincere thanks go to Alison McAllister (conductress, who is so gifted musically), Marg Froomes and Glenys Daniels (joint pianists), Helen Vorrath (vice-conductress), and the committee for their time and effort.

In the Middle School Music Contest Cato was third. W e are most grateful to Barbara Champion (conductress), Lorraine Jackling (pianist), Janet McAllister (vice-conductress), and Julie Froomes (vice-pianist), for their work, and we congratulate them, and the whole of that section of the House on their success and keen support.

All the girls who took part in the Drama Festival deserve a special mention. More preparation was needed for this House event than any other as work started during First Term, continued through the holidays and to the actual performance early in Second Term. Costumes were made, scenery and furniture in great detail was prepared, and even a pet dog trained to like audiences. We would like to say "Well done" to all girls in the cast, their helpful mothers, and backstage workers. "The Barretts of Wimpole Street" was an ambitious, difficult play, and we were disappointed that we only managed equal third.

Our Senior Sports Captain, Kay Triplett, has continued her untiring work on the sports field, and she certainly deserves the praise of all Cato girls. The Basketball team came equal first with Fitchett. In Hockey matches we were not so successful, coming fourth.

W e drew two Cricket matches, lost one and won two.

Our Life Saving Representatives, Bev. Sandham and Ailsa McLaren, have shown outstanding enthusiasm and ability to "grab" girls to do exams.

Congratulations are extended to the following girls who have been awarded their House Colours:—Helen Vorrath, Rev. Sandham, Marg.

Ashton, Cecilia Focken, Val Godson, Marion May, Laurel Coultas, Chris Edmunds, Helen Brain, Anne Stillwell, Helen Fairlie, Marg. Froomes, Glenys Daniels, Gay Hill, Lyn Thorpe and June Fryer.

To Miss Hopkins and other Staff members who have supported Cato so loyally, to girls who have regularly brought flowers and taken part in Assembly activities we express a sincere "Thank you".

Those of us who are leaving school wish the House every success in the future and remind girls that whether we win or lose, close co-operation between all members is our main aim. May the House continue its good work and aim even higher.

—Diana Redman.

Fitchett An eventful year for Fitchett is closing, leaving us reflecting on rising enthusiasm and rapidly mounting victories—victories which, whether they have come too late or not, leave the House with the potential to do well next year.

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Early in Term II, our hard-working Debating team, namely Margaret Almond (leader), Lynettc Marshall and Beris Turnley, firmly convinced Nevile, and all present, that "the Press is more harmful than beneficial". W e thank the three of them for representing the House so capably.

In the Inter-House Drama Contest we were not so successful, Fitchett coming equal third with Cato. However, the reward of all girls concerned came through the experience and fun in presenting an excerpt from "I Have Five Daughters".

We recognise with appreciation the work done by them.

In the Music Contests, we rejoiced in a double victory! This was due to the enthusiastic participation of choirs, members of special items, and musicians, but in particular to our inspiring Senior conductress, Margaret Almond, pianist, Margaret Cameron, vice-pianist, Denise Grocke, and viceconductress and writer of Original Composition, Glenice McLeod. Sue Liljeros and Rosalie Atkins, helped by Elizabeth Ditterich and Jan Allanson, spurred the Middles on to victory. Thank you, all.

This year, with regret, we will be farewelling Suzanne Furneaux, whose ability as Sports Captain has been evident over the past two years.

Although leading us to victory in Basketball, and Hockey (equal with Tiddeman) Sue's influence has extended far beyond the sporting field.

W e thank Jean Elder for her able work as Life Saving Representative.

W e are most grateful to Dr. Wood for conducting our House Chapel Service on 1st July. Those who attended appreciated worshipping together.

Our congratulations go to the following girls who have been awarded House Colours during the year:—Jean Elder, Ros. Lawson, Joan Walduck, Rosalind Hardman, Margaret Wall, Beris Turnley, Jane Salthouse and Glenice McLeod; and to those who have been awarded redates, Sue Furneaux, Judy Tyquin, Margaret Almond, Headier Leigh, Kathryn Humphrey, Wendy Robertson, Margaret Lavender and Margaret Cameron. W e also congratulate those who have received School Colours, or redates for these, Sue Furneaux, Wendy Robertson, Margaret Lavender, Heather Leigh and Mary Walduck.

Finally, we thank Miss Retts and all other House Mistresses for their constant encouragement and advice throughout the year, and their support in all activities.

To Mrs. Kelly, Miss Knight and Mrs. Schmidli, who are leaving us, we extend best wishes for the future. Mrs. Kelly has not only been a member of the House, but for many years has been our devoted Middle School House Mistress.

Future members of Fitchett, may you uphold her traditions; those remaining under her gold banner, may you grow in enthusiasm and loyalty; and those leaving, may you benefit by your connection with Fitchett, take an interest in all her activities, and remember that you will always be members of the House.

—Kathryn Humphrey.

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The enthusiastic co-operation of members of the House has been prominent in 1962, and results have been varied. W e appreciate the leadership of Miss Hotchin, and the help other House Mistresses have given Krome during the year.

Congratulations to the girls who have received House Colours, and to Glenys Greenwood, Terrell Taylor and Heather Jackson on receiving their School Colours in Term II. Once again Krome gained second place in the Inter-House Drama Contest, and we extend our thanks to all concerned in this activity, and congratulations to the winners—Berry!

W e were not so successful in the Choral Contests, but our leaders were not lacking in spirit and talent. Thanks are due to Heather Coleman (conductress), Lorna Morton and Denise Deerson (joint pianists), and to Lorna for her original composition. The Middles also had capable leaders in Kaye Williams as conductress and Sue Banbrook as pianist, and we wish to thank all choir girls concerned with the Special Item.

In the sporting field, Krome has been ably led by our Sports Captain, Glenys Greenwood, and we are sure that every member of the House realises her capabilities as a leader, and would wish to thank her for the loyalty and support she has given Krome this year.

Beverley Garlick and Marjorie Clarke have been equally capable as Life Saving Representatives.

W e also wish to thank our Middle House Captain, Kaye Williams, and Middle Sports Captain, Jenny Howell, for all they have done for the House, and the Lower Middle leaders, Andrea Goldsmith and Sue Lewis.

On Sunday, 23rd September, the Krome House Chapel Service was held, and it was gratifying to see so many members of the House in attendance.

Many thanks to all Krome girls who have supported the House throughout the year. To those returning to school, we wish them good luck for 1963, and to those who are leaving, every success in the future.

—Sue Thomas.

Nevile As Nevile's fourth year is drawing to a close, it is very gratifying to note that the House is already taking a prominent place in all the activities of the School. This is due in no small measure to the wonderful House spirit engendered by the enthusiasm of all members, and we know that this will continue to grow each year.

This enthusiasm has been very evident in all the Inter-House Contests this year, and we wish to congratulate all who took part in the Nevile play, "In Waltz Time", by Philip Johnson. Although we were not placed, we were well rewarded by the wonderful experience of working together, under the inspiring leadership of Virginia Paddle.

W e were extremely delighted to gain second and third placings respectively in the Junior and

Senior Choral Contests. Thank you, Nevile, for your diligent co-operation in the preparation for these events, and special thanks go to our music leaders, Claire Farmer, Juliet Forman and Kay Elsworth. Our congratulations go to Fitchett for their double victory in this field!

With regard to sporting activities we are gready indebted to our Sports Captain, Enid Ottrey, and Vice-Captain, Laurice Thompson, for the time and effort put into arranging and training teams. Their work has proved successful as results have shown, and we are particularly pleased with the improvement in Cricket. Thanks are due also to Janet Eltringham, our Life Saving Represents tive, who has succeeded in arousing the interest of many girls to participate in these examinations.

The House congratulates the many girls who have gained House Colours this year, indicating their increased enthusiasm in the various activities.

The Nevile House Service was held on Sunday, 26th August, and we were pleased that so many girls were able to attend. It would be appreciated if those of us who are leaving could attend the service again next year, as an indication of our continuing interest in Nevile.

I should like to express my gratitude to Penny Black, our House Vice-Captain, for her wonderful assistance during the year, to Jenny Davidson and Jan Turner for their leadership in Middle School and to all Form representatives. I wish also to say how grateful I am to those who have played before Assembly, and to others who have helped by bringing flowers.

Finally our most sincere and heart-felt thanks go to Miss Tyler and all the House Mistresses for their unfailing interest and keen support in all House activities. Their help and encouragement has been an inspiration to us all.

Our best wishes go with those who are leaving at the end of the year, and we wish Nevile every success in the years that lie ahead.

—Diana Weekes.

Tiddeman "Under the crimson, Each her own part, Fewer in numbers, Greater at heart."

1962 has seen an active and enthusiastic Tiddeman in all fields. Success has not been found in every event, but the loyalty of House members has been most gratifying. While congratulating all other Houses, we especially praise Berry who led us in the race for top House at the end of Term II. The House Choral Contests provided much enjoyment and instituted great enterprise.

In appreciation, we thank our conductress, Barbara Thornton, for her inspired guidance. Congratulations to the insuperable Fitchett! Our Juniors, led

by Robyn Payne and Lynette Draegar (joint conductresses) and Rosemary Hooper (pianist), did splendidly, despite their disadvantage in being a small choir.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN It is with pleasure that acknowledgment is given to the following members of Tiddeman who have achieved their School Colours:—Jennifer Mitchell (Tennis), Barbara Thornton (Hockey redate), Julie Sanguinetti (Baseball redate), and Keren Heard (Hockey).

House Colours were awarded to Jennifer Daniels, Elizabeth Parsons, Judith Bertram, Margot Sanguinetti and Tessa Stanley, while redates went to Julie Sanguinetti, Jennifer Mitchell, Barbara Thornton, Jennifer Norton and Keren Heard.

The zeal and keenness of our House Sports Captain, Julie Sanguinetti, has been an evidence of tremendous House spirit and loyalty. The success in sport was a reflection of her untiring work in training the many and diverse teams throughout the year.

T o our House Vice-Captain, Helen Watters, we extend thanks for her interest and help so freely given in all House activities.

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W e appreciate the unflagging efforts of our Life Saving Representative, Keren Heard, and her work in mustering points for the House in this field.

Our Middle Captains, Elizabeth McLean and Elspeth Anderson, deserve credit for their organisation in their section of the House.

Tiddeman owes a debt of gratitude to our House Mistress, Miss Cowper, whose departure from us will be a great loss. W e thank you for your leadership, assistance and example and all you have done for Tiddeman in the past five years. W e also acknowledge the support given

by Miss Illingworth. and other House Mistresses.

With regret, renewed enthusiasm and appreciation Tiddeman can look back on a memorable year, one whose best attributes we wish to see recapitulated next year.

—Helen Broadbent.

"Stan" Hogan in the Chapel Garden after his farewell —Heather Jackson, H. VI.a, Krome.

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"Souvenirs of New Guinea"

—Susan Funston, 17 yrs., Fitchett.

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'wimm v Diary Wednesday, 5th September—Twenty-six girls, accompanied b y Mrs. Pike, saw sunrise from the aeroplane before landing at Port Moresby. Soon afterwards we departed for Lae, where the afternoon was spent visiting a native village, Lutheran mission school and Bumayong, a teacher training school.

Thursday—We relaxed in the morning, walking around Lae, spent the afternoon at the MacRobertson cocoa bean faotory and plantation, and used our conserved energy to play basketball against a local team in the evening.

Friday—A full day was spent at Mount Hagen and the Nazarene Mission at Banz in the Highlands. Here, the native people are more primitive.

Saturday—A three-hour plane flight brought us to Rabaul, where we were entertained by leaders of the Methodist Overseas Mission. The group visited a large hospital in the afternoon, and was shown slides at a native young people's hostel at night.

Sunday—The five varied and interesting church services.

M o n d a y — T w o advanced mission schools, Vunairima and Gaulim, and a small native hospital about twenty-four miles from Rabaul, were open for our inspection.

Tuesday—The trip to Kavieng, on New Ireland, brought us within three degrees of the Equator.

Wednesday—On two boats we travelled to the Duke of York Islands (a 2j-hour journey), and experienced our first native meal at the Ulu Methodist Mission plantation.

Thursday—We mixed with some native people at their Annual Thanksgiving Service.

Friday—From Rabaul to Melbourne.

Thank you, Mrs. Pike, for your guidance and friendship throughout the trip.

The People With multi-striped umbrellas held high, grey plastic raincoats hanging low—and bare feet on the wet ground—a long line of New Guineans waited to escort us through the rain to the Ansett-A.N.A. shed at Lae airport. This was a typical example of their happy acceptance of the European way of life in combination with their own, and their acceptance of Europeans them-

selves. At once w e felt the spontaneous friendliness in their smiles and in the gentle sincerity reflected in their large brown eyes. This extended throughout our stay in New Guinea, for we noticed the people to be continually happy, not only ready to laugh with others, but to laugh at themselves.

This great attribute was epitomised for us as we stood, one morning, watching a young couple desperately struggling against wind and laughter to mend an umbrella (or sunshade) which had been blown inside out.

Yet, however free and natural they are with their own people, they retain an inborn respect for the white man. Always eager to share the honour of shaking hands with the European, or occasionally to touch him to ensure that his white skin is real, they only respond to his encouragement, and only wave when he waves. Their occasional presentation of flowers is very touching.

T o some extent the native people seem dependent upon the European for leadership, although New Guinea is definitely the natives' country. There is no trace of intolerance, and everyone seems to be working for the benefit and development of the native people.

It is obvious that they are not yet ready for selfgovernment because of their low average amount of education, and previous lack of opportunity, but this must come in time. T h e potential for leadership and responsibility is evident in their devotion to and reverence for the Church. In the sincerity of worship they equal, if not surpass, others. There are many capable native

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ministers. Education, too, is progressing, mainly under the guidance of missionaries. There are many schools, and some students are this year sitting for the New South Wales Intermediate exam. English is spoken by many of the native people, even in outer areas, which we found when we greeted some children in the vernacular, as we passed, and they responded with "Goodbye".

In the hospitals, native women are being trained as nurses, some having already obtained their degrees. Although there are some dangerous diseases among the people, the standard of health is high. The New Guineans are jusdy proud of their achievements.

During the day, the women remain in the villages, which consist of grass huts or, in the more civilised areas, huts of wood or iron salvaged from the war. They spend the time cooking, talking, and minding their children. Except in the Highlands, they wear "Mother Hubbards" consisting of lap lap skirts and smock tops.

Many men work on the plantations where, especially around Lae, the wages are poor— native labour is 1 / 6 an hour, although free medical services, clothes and food are supplied. Others work in the hotels or shops, occasionally wearing European-style clothes, but more frequently just the lap lap.

The children are most attentive to younger brothers and sisters. At times they are gay and naughty, at others shy, but they are always unassuming. For relaxation they swim off the blacksanded beaches, fish, or climb for coconuts. In the simplicity of their lives, they, like their parents, are deeply sincere and content.

—Kathryn Humphrey, Hon. Vl.a, Fitchett.

Mount Hagen On Friday, we flew over the muddy Markham River to Mount Hagen in the Highlands, where the natives are more primitive, and wear fewer clothes.

houses, and the hospital, however, were native style. Many natives cooked their food in the ground, but some did theirs inside the huts which were divided into three sections, with people living at each end, and pigs in the middle.

It is customary in these areas for men to have several wives, whom they buy with the help of all their relatives, some paying up to £1000.

Throughout the day, we were most impressed by the friendliness of the natives, especially the children, who tried to reach out to us as we drove past in an open truck. It was certainly one of the most interesting days we spent in New Guinea.

—Jenny Coates, Hon. Vl.b, Berry.

Sunday in Rabaul On the Sunday, which we spent in Rabaul, we attended five church services, three of which were in the Rabaul Methodist Church, which was opened by Dr. W o o d five years ago. This church is very modem and its design with open side walls and many large fans is most appropriate for the climate. The minister there is the Rev. Ted Bray, who is Dr. Wood's nephew, and who throughout our stay in Rabaul did a great deal to promote our enjoyment and ensure our well-being.

Rabaul has a large Chinese population and although most of these people speak English there is a Methodist service in Chinese for those who cannot, in the church every Sunday at 8.30 a.m. This is generally attended by approximately twenty people and is conducted by a Chinese minister.

After not understanding a word of the Chinese service but watching with great interest variations in customs, we stayed for the multi-racial service in English at 9 a.m. Natives, Chinese and English

The popularity of decoration was obvious at once. Elaborate head-dresses, flowers, leaves, and brighdy coloured beads adorned some natives, while others wore pearl-shell through their noses, or around their necks.

First, we were taken to a coffee plantation.

The native men, women and children employed here were all huddled together on rough benches, sorting coffee beans by hand. At the sight of so many white people, they called out, and shook their hands as a sign of their delight. W e were surprised to see many women wearing heavy, blanket-like cloaks, but learned it was because of the cooler climate. Once again, we noticed that the natives were most eager to shake hands, and touch us to see if we were real.

After lunch, during which we were assisted by a native called Junket, whose grandfather was a cannibal, we flew to Banz, not far from Mount Hagen. W e visited the Nazarene Mission, where gradual progress is being made in eliminating the more primitive habits of the people. A new, European-style church was just being completed, and a school had been formed. Most of the

Native woman and child—Mt. Hagen.

—Susan Funston, S. V.h, Fitchett.

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people all worship together and all three races are represented in the choir. T h e white gowned choristers enter and leave the service singing processional hymns. The worship was conducted in much the same way as it is here but in much simpler language and with less use of ecclesiastical terms. The sermon was interesting and easy to understand and hymns were sung with great enthusiasm by the whole congregation which would have numbered approximately two hundred people. The Sunday School children attended the preliminary part of the service and then adjourned to classes in a hall adjoining the church.

This service where so many races were represented was really very moving.

At 10.30 a.m. w e went to a pidgin service for natives unable to speak English in another hall behind the church. Here the men and women were segregated, the men and boys sitting on one side of the church and the women and girls on the other. The service was conducted b y an Australian minister for a congregation of approximately thirty natives. The men concentrated on the service but the women were inattentive as much of their time was taken in keeping their families in order. This service was relatively long because, for the same expression more words are required in pidgin than in English. W e were delighted to find that we could follow much of the language although we were unable to speak it.

In the afternoon we went to a native service in the Kuanua language at a church a f e w miles out of Rabaul. The natives assembled in the church and sang a processional hymn as we entered, and a native spokesman offered us words of welcome to which Elwyn Keown replied, the Rev. Jack Sharp, who was one of die missionaries, acting as interpreter. Here too the men and women were sitting on separate sides of the church with the

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boys in front of the men and the girls in front of the women. The service was conducted by a native minister. W e were most impressed with the singing voices of the natives and when the men's choir, unaccompanied, sang the anthem we were amazed at the rich full tone, the loud volume and the perfect harmonisation which they achieved under the direction of a native conductor. W e had been requested to sing for them so w e sang "Remember All the People" and "The Lord is my Shepherd" with descant. At the end of the sermon their choir sang another hymn because we had sung two, and previously they had sung only one. The one hundred and fifty members of the congregation were dressed in their Sunday best, the clothing of both men and women being predominantly white, and most of the women's smocks were beautifully embroidered on die yokes.

At night w e went to the English service in the Methodist Church which was very similar to the multi-racial one of the morning, but the congregation was not so large, and there was a majority of Australians.

This day was one of the highlights of the trip because we learned a great deal about the customs of worship in Rabaul and were inspired by the enthusiasm of both congregations and preachers alike.

—Mary McCord, Hon. Vl.a, Berry.

A Native Thanksgiving Festival The sticky, oppressive heat of Rabaul was left behind as we climbed gradually into the more pleasant atmosphere of the surrounding Highlands. W e travelled along an elevated backbone which dropped steeply on either side to the narrow valleys below. The bumpy road cut its way between the lush and tangled vegetation to a small native village which was perched above the clouds on. a high plateau. The purpose of our visit to this picturesque corner of New Britain was to partake in the festivities of the natives' Annual Thanksgiving.

The New Guinea natives do not contribute to a weekly collection at church but prefer to make their offering once a year. Each family saves as much as is possible during the year and then pools its money with that of the other families in their village. On the appointed day each year a number of villages come together for their Thanksgiving Festival, each village of the group taking it in turns to act as host.

The Thanksgiving which w e attended commenced with a service conducted by a native preacher. The natives sat on the broad banana leaves which had been spread on the ground in the shade of a temporary bamboo construction.

In keeping with the native custom, the women of the congregation were segregated from the men.

Girls

from

the Macarthur Intermediate School, near Rabaul —Susan Funston, S. V.h, Fitchett.

After the service the people all crowded round the table where a number of the community leaders were seated with the missionary, whose task it was to receive and count the money, Each village choir then sang a f e w songs before their money was brought forward. T h e host village performed first; after each item a small

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amount of money was advanced and each time the bearer declared that his sum was the final contribution. However, as a grand finale, they proudly produced a carved wooden pig in which was concealed ten £10 notes.

The distribution of food was the next item on the programme. Each person coming to the Thanksgiving would bring whatever f o o d he could provide and put it into the community pile.

This pile was then divided into the appropriate number of bundles so that each family received the same food. Incorporated in the bundles were chickens, bananas, betel nuts, sweet potatoes, coconuts and the ever-popular vegetable, taro.

Some of the women took the f o o d away to the "kitchens" while the others joined the children and men folk, either as spectators or as performers in the dancing celebrations. The native dances are, as a rule, far from inspiring. Sometimes the participants colour their faces and wear elaborate feathered head-dresses, but the movements are repetitious and the chanting dull and monotonous.

As we left the village, with the approach of evening, we could see the women bending over their ovens in the ground, the children playing happily together, and the men squatting in groups chewing the inevitable betel nut. Each one of us added this delightful Thanksgiving Festival to our long list of unforgettable experiences.

— E l w y n Keown, Hon. VI.a, Berry.

Kavieng On the morning of Wednesday, 15th September, we boarded a plane for the town of Kavieng. Situated on the north-west coast of New Ireland, Kavieng is within three degrees of

the Equator. After an enjoyable plane journey over scattered islands on a blue sea, we landed at a small airport.

There to meet us were several Chinese bovs who had kindly given up their day to show us the sights of Kavieng. W e split up into parties of about four or five, and then boarded private cars.

The local minister who was to have shown us around could not be present, so he had left the Chinese boys to take care of his duties.

The airport was a short distance from the town, and after driving along a palm-fringed road we came to rather a sleepy town. The population is about five thousand, but this includes several surrounding villages as well.

Only having a very brief look at the town, w e drove for about twenty miles along a beautiful road to a native village by the sea. Unlike the beaches in New Britain, the beaches around Kavieng have lovely clean white sand. At this village we saw sago being ground and also a women's club house. The women in the villages have clubs something similar to the Country Women's Association in Australia. Each week, or maybe fortnight, a meeting is held, and the women learn about hygiene, child care, and such things. There were some women in the house weaving mats and threading brightly-coloured wools into them.

After visiting this coastal village, we went to a boys' junior high school not far away at a place called Utu. Here we went into the classrooms and talked with some of the boys. In New Guinea the choirs are numerous and excellent; the people harmonise effortlessly. W e were fortunate enough to hear quite a number of different ones. At this high school about fifty boys, all

Native Church—Rabaul.

— M a r y McCord, H . Vl.a, Berry.

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dressed in white lap laps, sang several songs for us.

After signing the visitors' book, we returned to Kavieng for lunch. It was a most enjoyable drive back to Kavieng, and one river we crossed was infested with crocodiles. W e were told stories about crocodile hunts, but were unfortunate in not seeing any of the creatures.

After lunoh we saw the lovely swimming pool at Kavieng. Actually, it is only a "piece of sea" that has been fenced off by a small breakwater.

Here we experienced some amusing incidents when hundreds of tiny silver fish started jumping from the water. A larger fish had frightened them and they had been chased into shore. Some of the girls who were paddling raced screaming from the water, whilst others rushed frantically around, trying to take photographs.

W e visited several other places in Kavieng that afternoon, such as a school containing whites, Chinese, natives and half-castes. All the children mixed very well together, and there were certainly no racial problems here. Also, we saw the Kavieng Hospital but were not allowed to go inside, because of a very sick man who may have been disturbed.

W e were sorry to leave Kavieng, because it was such a lovely place; we wished we could have stayed longer. It had a friendly atmosphere, and as with many other places we visited in NewGuinea, the coconut palms and jungle beckoned to us to come again.

—Susan Funston, S. V.h, Fitchett.

Religion in New Guinea The faith of the people of New Guinea was a revelation. The simplicity and naturalness of the natives seems to have permeated the religion of the Asiatics and Europeans, so that the whole atmopshere is one of sincerity, free of the hypocrisy that lurks in some "religious" people in Australia.

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hand with the nature that provides so much for them, and they are close enough to it to recognise its glory and not become lost in the wonder of man-made things. God is all around them, and in their simplicity they cannot help but acknowledge His power.

The natives are a demonstrative people who respond freely in the intimate atmosphere of their services. Singing has always been important in their culture, and they enter wholeheartedly into the singing of hymns. They would appear to have affected the Europeans in this regard, for all the white men joined in loudly, which is something one could not say of our congregations.

The standard of the white men in New Guinea seems to be very high. The missionaries—Australian, American and German—all had not only a strong faith but a deep understanding and capacity for compassion, so that their religion "showed forth not only on their lips but in their lives".

Not only the missionaries, but the people who ran a hostel for native schoolgirls, the men in charge of the cocoa plantation run by a business firm to help the development of New Guinea rather than for profit, the people in the Highlands in a variety of occupations, all had a basic, unconcealed faith.

"Living" religion is a powerful force in New Guinea. Intolerance has no place in the native's heart, as was made abundantly clear on two occasions. At the Thanksgiving, when the Methodist natives were giving their year's offering to the Church, the Roman Catholics came and sang their hymns, after the service, and neither group saw anything odd in it. Again at the Sunday service we attended at Rabaul Methodist Church we saw their tolerance in the complete lack of racial feeling. Whites, Chinese and natives all sang in the choir and were all well represented in the congregation.

I have never seen such a moving witness to God as I saw and heard from that mixed congregation, with their voices raised in glorious singing to the praise of the Almighty.

—Helene Dimmitt, H. Vl.b, Nevile.

The Phqsfc > E x c u r s i o n On Friday, 14th September, a party of about seventy girls from the Senior Physics classes went on an excursion to Sydney and Canberra. W e visited the Atomic Energy Research Establishment at Lucas Heights, where we were given a short talk on die theory of nuclear physics and the work carried on at the establishment.

We were then shown over MOATA, a small nuclear reactor, and some of the many other buildings there.

From Sydney we flew to Canberra, where we were taken in buses to the Mount Stromlo Observatory. There we examined the seventy-four inch

reflecting telescope in its huge revolving dome, and other smaller telescopes. From here we were taken in the buses on a sightseeing tour of Canberra, and later dropped at a hotel for dinner.

W e were also taken on a guided tour of the Physics Section of the National University.

The plane returned to Melbourne at twenty-five past eleven. W e are very grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Dunks and the other members of Staff who accompanied us on this most enjoyable and informative excursion, and feel we have really learnt something of what our study of Physics leads to.

—Virginia Paddle.

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Original Contributions SENIOR SECTION The

Leaf

Thou single leaf Amid the sea of shimmering green, How similar yet singular thou art To suffer thus, In shadows of obscurity— Sighing relendessly, shifting in vain.

Oh, fated one Stirring in winds of destiny, Reanimated by each swirling breath, Art thou content Submissive to the Unknown Power— Concealed in thine emergence evermore?

Whisper to me Thine answer . . . Yet I think I see,

By Heaven's silver tears thou'rt purified, And lifting up Thy face, thou canst reflect anew The golden inspiration from above.

Ah, single leaf, Sagacious one, living content— Thou knowest well the nature of that sea: Proud to have played Thy part, and blushing golden-red, Thy fall is silent, beautiful and rare.

—Diana K. Weekes, Hon. Vl.a, Nevile.

Snail A snail lies Locked in the shell Of its ugly insignificance, And will not admit That there is a world Outside its own Limited existence.

But the warmth of rain On a spring night, Seeps through the dark Self-imposed protection And induces it out.

A strange powder Lies in its path, And this low institution Of God's creation Crawls towards it Fascinated.

Day. And the same hand Which laid the poison, Sees in the sunlight The trail of the creature, In all its glittering Silver perfection.

—Jane Salthouse, S. V.c, Fitchett.

The

Thought

Where is the Black?

The boundless, fathomless Black.

Nowhere— Yet here are we; intricate marvels, yet merely a wink in the Black.

Perhaps we once knew and will know again.

But now we stir up our minds And reach— Till at the upsurging proximity Reality recaptures us.

But little souls, why are you not disturbed, Do not the wheels of your minds revolve in these realms?

Why can't you grope outwards too?

36 SILVER A! D GREEN But try not— Only sadness, Helplessness and confusion Await the elevated fools blinded by Its magnetism.

Black, food of unquenchable thought, Futile, hollow— Yet filled, and overbrimming— Where are You? Where art Thou?

Oh. Sleep! When will you end And wake in the White.

—Beris Turnley, H. Vl.a, Fitchett.

Infinity In expressing ourselves, we limit our thoughts and meaning. By trying to express God's grandeur in finite words, we limit God. In our finite world we limit the infinite, by endeavouring to bind and tie it, so that we may hold it in our grasp. Before we are capable of grasping into infinity we must be taught to bring order out of disorder, for it is only by ordering what we have that we discover what we do not have, and become capable of choosing between the good, and the better.

As long as man is searching for what lies before him—extending his mind and spirit, and not clutching small scraps of knowledge to himself, the greatness of all worlds will be open to him.

Infinity may be symbolically represented by the circle which is the perfect shape, being unity and yet infinity, which continues for ever with no beginning and no end. This great truth is represented by the Buddhists through "The Wheel of Life", while the Christian believes the Almighty to be the Three in One, and One in Three.

Whatever man's name for the Almighty, he is bound to his brother by the fact of infinity, the knowledge of the existence of something far greater than himself, and it is man's duty, man's privilege, to fill his measure with as much as he is able of the ultimate truth afforded by infinity.

—C. Focken, H. Vl.d, Cato.

T h e Berlin

Wall

A hand appears above it, Groping, clawing, Tearing itself on the splinters, Glass, wiring.

That hand is groping for freedom, Fraternity, equality.

A being isn't soulless, He has individuality.

The hand is franticallly groping Ripping, bleeding.

The guard is coming closer, Muttering, tramping.

He must get up and over, Now or never.

A shot rings in the darkness, All is over.

—B. Bawden, IV.e.

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Poem

Has not the sweet pain of parting Lingered bitter-sweet Upon thy lips and fingertips?

Has not the night withdrawn its arms And the stars removed their light When dying voices sighed goodnight?

Has not the soft air stirred To brush away the neotared breath Which mingled with your own, When the pulsing joy of passion Swept reality from mind, As cobwebs from a stone?

And wert thou not then left quite, quite alone?

—Laurel Coultas, Hon. Vl.b, Cato.

Strangers The two men walked slowly, Each so afraid, Lest the other reject Him, as a stranger, Lest their eyes meet, Without a spark of recognition.

Thus to part, With his burdened heart, Heavy with defeat.

But, alas, that spark is absent, What can either of them say?

No. this man is not my brotherl Each heavy hearted, They departed, And, much older, walked away.

—Julie Raisbeck, IV.a, Fitchett.

A Bishop's D r e a m The door swung open and a gentle breeze drifted up the aisle, softening the bold outlines of the pews. A hushed silence prevailed and all was still. Suddenly the organ began to play and the air seemed to swell, stirring the flowers on the altar. A page in the Bible turned and dim shapes rose and united under a fiery light, a light which turned the darkened church interior into a golden field near a lazy sea. The pews became boats filled with fishermen examining and mending their nets, noisily hailing each other in that old, delightful tongue. Children's laughter could be heard as they ran over the stones and sand, carrying colourful jugs to the water's edge. A few miles away a stranger had preached picturesque tales and they could still hear his blessing, feel the soft touch of his hand.

The page turned again and as the organ's notes softened, the field merged into an empty tomb, the aroma of fresh fish and salty sea into sunbathed flowers and sweet spices. The tomb was deserted but that bright light shone over a little pile of linen and the air was filled with murmuring voices, muffled as behind a curtain.

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not the strength to reach for it. In the morning he would be gone, for the answer is only to be found in the sick and helpless. The tomb disappeared but in its stead stood a child holding a lamb.

—Sueanne Harris, S.V.d, Cato.

path of life continued straight and narrow, but illumined by the sun first glimpsed from the Gap. —Helene Dimmitt, H. Vl.b, Nevile.

Realization

A

Poem

There was a rock I knew On a lonely beach And it was white, and shone in the sunlight.

And I loved my rock, and I would sit And see the rainbow surf pearl over it In fleecy scarves, and then recede.

But a boy took my rock And hurled it headlong into the sullen sea And I thought 1 could hear it sink.

But no one knew it was gone It was so small.

—Priscilla Napper, H. Vl.b, Nevile.

Memories The smell of fresh-picked roses takes my mind Into a sun-bright room of yesterday.

White-haired and frail, my grandma, sweet and kind, Culled from her garden, where we loved to play.

Her precious buds, as creepers looped their span Of dainty floral fragrance o'erhead, And later, in their pale-green vase, shed fan The lovely blooms of salmon-pink and red, And set them on a shelf to send their charm And sweetness o'er all the waiting room.

Now, reassured that they were safe from harm, She'd revel in the perfume of each bloom.

These are my thoughts when eagerly I smell The fresh-picked roses sparkling wet with dew.

My cherished thoughts I love to tell Of admiration old, but ever new.

—Laurette Chapman, S. V.f, Cato.

Hall's

Gap

We moved slowly up the valley, with the towering mountain ranges menacing on either side. Dark clouds rested on the peaks and extended enveloping arms down towards us, ever approaching, surrounding, yet never touching. The trees moved darkly, mysteriously, their groaning limbs groping to seize us. The mountains closed before us and we seemed to be moving blindly deeper into a darkness with no outlet, a bewildering blank.

Suddenly the road twisted to the right and climbed sharply to a saddle between two peaks.

Pausing for a moment, we could see back along the deep, dark, cloud-filled valley we had just passed through, while before us lay a broad sunlit plain. The whole world seemed spread below, fertile and promising.

Then the road dropped down to the plain, running between avenues of shady trees. The

The parrot is screeching, the white gum has fallen, The sands burn the soles of his feet, And die throb of his heart is the beat Of a drum as he runs from the plain.

Blindly he runs from the sun, to the shade Of a little walled garden, with scent Heavy sweet of the lilacs, with bent Heads hung drowsily over the wall.

He gropes for the door of the litde walled garden, And finding it, enters and sees Not peace untouched by the breeze, But a wilderness rank from disuse.

The brambles prick spitefully into his flesh, The long wet grass trails on his legs, Then sadly he looks at the dregs Of the cup of his joy and tarns To the sweeping wide country spread out before him, A land with the strength of the sun.

—Cecilia Focken, H. Vl.d, Cato.

A

Poem

The Earth was blackened, charred, And Life lay dead or dying; Man was dying in the ashes of his folly And with him was dying the world.

In his pride and ignorance He had chosen to unleash his force Against his brother, But he had paid for his sin, For all nature had withered Before the searing, killing blast— All but the tiny green shoot In the shadow of a ruined wall.

—Diana Martin, H. Vl.d, Krome.

Spring's

Return

Colour slipped silently into the sky.

Dawn's enlightening, throwing a soft pearl hue in streaks of paling light across eternity.

Arms of light enshrouded by wisps of cloud; Shot with rippling colours of sunbeams.

Hills stark and black stood silhouetted in the paling dawn.

Their forms being sacred as mountains encircled in clouds; Temples of serene and ancient beauty, Transformed by willowing light.

Blue gums envelop a ghostly blue, appear! recoil! as startled pigeons, from dieir roost, Fading quickly from sight; to sink Till full daylight restores once more Our fair land's native tree.

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In chorus with the twittering birds the sun broke through the barrier of dawn, Bringing tingling warmth and life to man!

Dawn's sacred light diminished, And Spring broke forth in a radiance of sparkling light.

That cannon of fire in singing warmth drew from fluted waters a light feathery haze To drift, rise and disappear from human sight; as naked forms of boats issued forth to orient this wondrous scene.

Were you awake to witness this?

Did you observe the heralding of Spring?

Or slumber on in solitude oblivious of this glorious day; A day of perfect creation.

—Judy Bertram, S. V.b, Tiddeman.

Memories

of M y C h i l d h o o d Country

in

Another

My whole childhood and nearly all of my teen years so far were spent in Malaya, a real paradise, until I came to Melbourne, whose weather is so fickle; cold, hot, dry, wet at any time. In Malaya there are no extremes of climate.

The sun is out all the time, with occasional quick thunder-storms and light showers.

I do not remember anything until I was about five years old. Then things and events slowly began to open to my eyes. Often, my father had friends visiting him. The Chinese way of greeting, the conversations with tea being served in tiny cups, the farewells, made me think that my father was "a king in disguise"; the most popular, well-liked and friendly man in the world. Those were my thoughts, and I dreamt of myself being a "princess", until I saw him and the same friends treating other people with the same courtesy. That woke me up!

The "father and child" relationship of the Western countries is completely absent in my home. I remember myself always standing in the distance, looking at my father and sometimes my mother. My father especially was remote and strange to me. The person to whom I was closest was, and still will be, my grandmother. She appeared then to be a massive lady, with a big round abdomen, oiled and shining hair tied up in a bun, and wrinkles on her hands and face. I was often with her in the kitchen, squatting opposite her, watching her pound the spices and sampling her food while listening to her relating stories of ghosts, spirits, gods, our relations and friends.

Sometimes I stayed up till 12.30 a.m. to see Chinese Operas, or to go to the theatre, or to see pictures of ghosts and spirits and hear sad, sad stories. This was stopped when my parents heard me screaming during the nightmares which I had for a few months. (A few weeks before, the wind had been howling and rustling madly and terrifyingly about in the trees. This had stirred up my imagination.)

My greatest love is growing flowers. When I was about six, I started to have my own garden.

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After begging a few rose cuttings from my friends and the neighbours, I dug up the earth and pushed the sticks in. "Maybe I have pushed too hard," I thought to myself. So up came the cuttings—"No, they're all right". So down they went again. In the afternoon, after practically drowning them with water the whole morning, I thought "Since it's me that's growing them, maybe the 'baby' roots will be out by now". Up came the cuttings one by one. This happened every day. Of course the cuttings died. After a few more attempts at growing, my mother told me to stop pulling them up at all. A long four days passed. Temptation was too great to be resisted, for surely the roots would be out by now. One by one, I pulled them up!!!

I started school at eight. I was not much interested in school life as I did not understand a word of English, which was the spoken language in school. Immediately after school, my brothers and I would be out in the strong, brazen sun.

W e used to catch grasshoppers among the tall "labang", and worms in the muddy pond nearby for the ducks and birds. At the back of my house are many fruit trees. Some bear fruits seasonally, while others do not. Regardless of mosquitoes, which are all over the place, I love to sit up in a tree, eating an unripe fruit and look at people passing by, quite unaware of me. When it rains, and my parents and grandmother are not in, my brothers will run and play in it. Once, I ventured to join them. It was wonderful, and I managed to get changed and dried, therefore escaping detection.

My mother and people back in Malaya never speak to me in a harsh and direct manner, even though I have done a wrong deed. They always explain softly. Here I am greatly shocked, and am very embarrassed sometimes when a teacher scolds, really scolds me. When I was a child, a teenager, I did not have any experience of being scolded and shouted at. Memories are soft!

The customs, etiquette and manners of Malayans, especially those of the Chinese, are sometimes most delightful to practise. Chinese New Year is one of the most interesting. When I was nine years old, I resolved to get up at 5 a.m. on New Year's Day, take a cold bath, and watch my grandmother pray at 5.30 a.m. in the courtyard. I did get up, and sat in a corner, watching grandmother. The sky was still grey, a few stars were about the moon. Grandmother said that the heavenly father had built a bridge with the stars to the moon. This was for the youngest of the seven sisters to cross to see her lover, exiled there for some misdeeds. Incense and smoke of joss-sticks, candles, and grandmother's elaborate style of praying worked on my imagination. Gradually the sun rose, changing the sky to a golden, flushed orange and red. The lovers will meet next year before dawn.

With growing up, homework and now late nights, have torn me away from nature, the fantastic dreams, imaginings and leisures of childhood to Australia which holds my future.

—Tang Yee Ngar, Hon. Vl.d, Berry.

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Learnt to

Drive

The children now don't haunt the streets, Where once they used to thrive, They've disappeared mysteriously Since Mother learnt to drive.

The daisies in the garden bed With water don't revive, They've all been flattened underwheel Since Mother learnt to drive.

The friends who sometimes visit us Have doubts when they arrive, Oh. will the fence be standing still Since Mother learnt to drive.

The doggies don't run in the road, They're tied from nine till five, They go out only on a leash Since Mother learnt to drive.

—Wendy King, Tiddeman.

"Though

Tigers Spring

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Though tigers spring within my blood, Though birds sing and lions roar, There is mouse-quietness in my veins, For times of stillness, solitude.

These creatures lie within my blood, Creating, balancing my moods.

Lion, tiger, bird, quiet-mouse, My silent charters, governors.

—Ruth Aldridge, IV.h, Nevile.

Music

of t h e

Australian

Aboriginal

In his use of the leaves of the Eucalyptus or Gum trees for making music, the Australian Aboriginal is probably unique. This is the kind of aboriginal music most frequently heard by Australian's white population. All that is needed is a gum leaf, and the skill to play it, and you can hear anything from a plaintive and primitive melody to a modem tune.

The music of this ancient race remains as it was in the beginning. It is extremely rhythmic but does not resemble the music of other dark races in any other way. In striking contrast to the Maoris, the people of the South Seas, and the Negroes, the Australian aborigines make little attempt at harmony. The traditional music is all melody and rhythm, and is nearly always accompanied by action. The Australian aboriginal has a particularly sensitive ear, and is said to have the most musical speaking voice in the world.

He loves dances, and music and rhythm are inseparable from the Corroboree. With his body the aboriginal interprets all his feelings and impulses. The themes of the various Corroborees cover every mood, from the most warlike or exciting to the mournful and pathetic.

The natives often sing to the point of exhaustion, just for pleasure.

Often native tribes will carry on a whole conversation by singing the words—a kind of impromptu bush opera. Or if they want to speak to each other confidentially, the words may be disguised in song, in the hope that only the right person will be paying attention.

The choice of musical instruments is very limited, and the sounds produced are rhythmic and crude, rather than romantic. There are two main instruments—the Didjeridoo, a hollow log or bamboo which the aboriginal blows like a trumpet, and music sticks, or boomerangs, which are struck together.

The Didjeridoo is a drone pipe, and known as a "bamboo trumpet". This primitive instrument gives out a loud, weird sound, the tone and intensity varies according to whether stout bamboo or a hollow branch is used. Most coastal tribes make their "trumpets" from a length of bamboo about four or five feet long, from which the septa, or rings, have been burnt away inside by a fire stick. The outside is fancifully decorated with engraved designs—an art in which the aboriginal excels. A bough or log, which has been burnt out by a fire stick, or conveniently hollowed by white ants, makes a good Didjeridoo, especially as bamboo is not always available. To play the "trumpet" the native blows into the smaller end, vibrating his hps violently and mouthing made-up words at the same time. This gives the effect of a strange humming which carries for miles. There is no need for the player to pause for breath, as he keeps on breathing normally through his nose, and he can continue to play, without a break, for hours.

For the music sticks, the aboriginal again turns to the trees he knows so well. Music sticks are favoured by many of the native tribes. They are used in rites and ceremonies, and as a rhythmical accompaniment to songs. One of the sticks is about nine inches long, with one end cut to a blunt point, and is made of an exceptionally hard timber. This is struck with a light mangrove stick.

The beating of the sticks gives out a ringing, metallic sound, which varies in pitch and intensity according to the length of the free end of the beating stick. Vigorous stick-beating has the power to stir the native to great excitement and enthusiasm—a kind of rhythmic intoxication.

There is a syncopated way of stick-beating that makes modem jazz seem a feeble effort.

Songs that will be handed on, perhaps for centuries, are still being composed by aborigines.

Even what we would call the modem songs follow the traditional art form. The songs are passed on entirely by singing, and although they may be altered or improved from time to time, according to inspiration, they are rarely lost.

There is, for instance, a wartime song of real beauty, about the coming of the aeroplane over remote regions of Australia, which will doubtlessly become traditional, and join other songs so old that the words have ceased to have any meaning, although the tune has endured.

—Pam Stephenson, S. V.d, Fitchett.

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36 SILVER A! D GREEN The

Sea

Surging forth, with outstretched arms, Not yielding to an earthly power, It breaks— And as it goes to meet its foe There's laughter in its roar.

It fades, it dies, Yield, oh yield, Almighty King of all— The silver mocks, it jeers, yet weeps, As mirrored now it lies.

The intervening sand is golden, hard and cold, Damp With sorrow spent.

It stands indomitable, sublime, A sacred stretch.

—Margaret Almond, H. VI.a, Fitchett.

Steps Logical progression Is a flight of steps.

A basic idea Is capped; Topped, added to, Soaring To dizzy heights Of mental construction.

See— Logical progression Climbs On mental steps.

—Roslyn Brereton, S. V.b, Berry.

The

Refugee

Barbed wire fences stretch across the gaunt landscape. A refugee woman stands behind the strands, an expression of hopelessness drawn on the fine lines of her features. She clutches a worn case in her hand, a thin dress barely covers her narrow shoulders. She looks vaguely down the stretch of muddy road, with dull eyes. Hope has died over the past four years, for her vitality has been sapped by the endless waiting for deliverance from this purgatory on earth.

Four years ago she had fled from her homeland, before the advance of Communist soldiers, to what she and many others hoped was freedom.

The refuge camp had, at first, been only a temporary, but necessary, home. Time had passed, and still she and her little daughter lived in the crowded room called home, shared by three other women. The camp, to her, had become a prison, a symbol of the careless world she had come to.

People passed the tautly stretched wire, shaking their heads in sorrow. What a pity it was no one could help diem. But they could do nothing themselves. She turned her back on the spiked wire and walked towards the decaying building which formed the main part of the camp. People with unseeing eyes and sallow complexions walked listlessly past her.

A little girl in a grey dress and split shoes ran towards her mother with a newly found treasure.

The woman's eyes lit up, and a sad smile crossed her worried face as she took the child in her arms, examining the new find held in the eager fingers. A new vitality had come into her eyes as she looked at the wistful face of the little girl, bent intently over her new toy. Mother and child made their way to their home, new life in the woman's step, for surely, she thought, deliverance must come soon. Sunlight burst through the dirty clouds, bathing the ugly buildings in mellow light, warming the undernourished refugees. Hope had returned to the camp.

—Janice Smith, IV.c, Tiddeman.

The

Bushfire

A jagged piece of glass Threw the sun's scorching rays On to the shrivelled grass; Until a spark, glinting in the shimmering haze of heat.

Reared a flaming head, Which grew into a sheet Of hungry mouths of red, That stripped the hills and ate the life And filled the vales with rushing, crackling waves, And choking clouds of smoke.

After the fire, Like a huge tidal wave, had passed, Transforming the living scene Into a vast and blackened shore, And leaving the smoking ruins, The drifting ash, the dead creatures, In sudden silence— A curtain of rain fell gently to hide the scene And in the rising vapour The earth breathed promise of green.

—Janet Hall, IV.c, Nevile.

The

Search

Doing things I have wanted to do Does not please me any more.

I am looking for something rare and unobtainable Something I may never find.

Something lying hidden, in a hollow of my Mind and Spirit.

Oh, let me rest And I will find this thing Lying deep in my existence.

It is waiting for me All I have to do is grasp it.

But life is so busy.

I sense a joy, a dream, a hope Waiting in another world.

But life is fast It has no time for dreams.

We, poor humans, struggle on To Infinity.

We can never find this thing.

It is lost until A dreamer comes and is let dream.

Only then will he find it.

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God creates and man Destroys the world he lives in.

Destroys the things he wants most.

But someday, someone will find it Lying undiscovered in the mind of a man.

If life will spare the time.

—Julie Cook, IV.f, Cato.

The teachings of these philosophers did much in influencing the policy of the kings of die different kingdoms that existed then in China. They also gave the layman solace and comfort, for China was then torn with civil war. That is why they are respected not only as great teachers, but also for the help they had given to a nation torn by civil strife.

—Ava Wu, IV.c, Nevile.

The

Philosophies of K ' u n g Las-Izo

Fu-tsze

and

K'ung Fu-tsze, also called Confucius, and Lao-tze, were great Chinese philosophers who lived in the 6th Century B.C. Confucius concerned himself with the teaching that men must live by laws and to his followers, he gave the five laws known as the Five Constant Virtues of Benevolence, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom and Sincerity. His words inspired many people, and thousands went to him to be taught and guided. That is why it is not surprising that the Confucian philosophy became the basis of a religion for the Chinese.

Lao-tze also attracted many followers, and his philosophy became the basis of Taoism. The teachings of Lao-tze included his writings. He wrote: "To those who are good to me, I am good, and to those who are not good to me, I am also good, and thus, all get to be good. To those who are sincere to me, I am sincere, and to those who are not sincere to me, I am also sincere, and thus, all come to be sincere". He believed in peace, and he took no pleasure in winning wars or killing. That was why he was against any form of killing of people, even the killing of criminals as punishment. He had added later "A truly good man loves all and hates none". These are the major teachings of Lao-tze, and later, he also taught "Ancestor Worship".

Mist

We are alone.

This is a train travelling to emptiness.

Travelling through soft, sad mist.

Carriages jolting fast through nothingness, Stations are dreams forgotten in reality.

In their small cakes of light, the people are quiet, The mist is sibilant, almost rejoicing, Wetness streams down the windows.

Into the city the steel tracks shiver A curving, chasing of silver, Twisting through the opalescence, Charcoal glowing over a brazier And a huddle of tired men knotted together By the common warmth.

Nudging through wraiths of fog rise city spires, Finely etched and fragile.

The day is transparent and crisp, Clean, fresh.

Remembering how they would have shouted and lived Once, the old and tired are resigned.

Later, much later, The sun, dying in a blaze of blood-red, Returns the mist to its domain.

Like cut green glass chandeliers, the carven trees Sink pendantic towards the earth, glistening Under a great curving of darkness void Pricked by a brilliance, supplemented by a silver warmth.

—Judy Shardey, S. V.h, Cato.

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36 SILVER A! D GREEN

MIDDLE SECTION The

Forgotten

Ones

Thin hands outstretched, Blue lips that plead For things that we, In a land that knows not need, Take for granted.

Lines of dying hope, etched On a child's face; He will never grow Up, or know A mother's love.

Hungry eyes that stare Into another world; Death, lingering in transparent flesh, While starvation, with merciless hands, Twists frail limbs.

W e have so much— And they—nothing.

Is it not right that we Should give of our abundance To set them free?

—Kerin Brown, III.c, Fitchett.

Memory flicker of light through the darkness, A silvery shadow at night; Bereft of falsehood and harshness, Possessed of truth and right.

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Forgotten are evil and hatred, Reclining in fault's obscurity; Memory is mystic, and faceless, A silent image of purity.

Tho' the vision of the future inspires us, And the power of dreams is strong, 'Tis the peace of memory that gives us The strength to continue on.

—Trudi Kenealy, III.c, Krome.

Gems Gems! Glinting, winking stones, lustrous and full of beauty which, although magnificent, must be sought for, deep in the earth's crust, by all desirous of such wealth, for, since his earliest days, man has coveted jewels. It is as though their protective bed of ore were reticent, wishing to disguise its treasures never to be uncovered by a human being.

Once a stone is cut and polished, its wonderful colour and depth unfold, unattainable by the greatest human workmanship, which is found to be crude in comparison. Even then, however, its secrets may not be probed. Those who have tried to ken the source of the opal's translucent, shimmering glow by piercing its shining surface have met with disappointment in their search for the concealed wonder; understanding of the origin of its rainbow lights has never been gleaned.

The clear lucidity of the precious diamond, unbelievably, yet even so, the hardest substance known to man, is a useful jewel, unmatched in purity and value. Each gem has its own characteristics and history: the insipid, glowing moonstone was thought by the ancients to cause danger; its presence foretold of sorrow.

He who wears an amber pendant is protected from ill-health by the stone's peaceful mellowness.

Costly green jade, glossy and deeply-hued, is peculiar to Oriental tastes, whereas the tawny brightness of a wild animal's eyes has been likened to the brilliant beams of chocolate, beige and grey in the banded onyx. The sunny, yellow shine of amber, whose glow seems to come from the sun's fiery surface; the emerald's sea-green shades and the contrasting, ruddy gleam of garnet, all these and many others form a kaleidoscope of rich, vivid colour, glorious in its intensity.

The aurora of wonder which enfolds the pearl, mysteriously-wrought jewel of the ocean's depths, has been interpreted as suggesting imminent dis-

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aster, while we learn from early ancestors that both ruby and sapphire are worthy of being mounted in gold, for these too, possess mystic powers. Their many facets mirror man's love of such gems, for he is willing to spend much time and money in the cultivation of their splendour for his own rapt contemplation.

Perhaps too much importance is placed upon these jewels, which can bring mankind few of the true pleasures of earthly existence, and little of life's meaning. However, as ornaments whose radiant appearance is delightful, they are well deserving of the praise they receive.

—Carolyn Hopping, III.c, Krome.

The

Poem

I sat, and tried to write a poem, I really couldn't think of one, I groaned, I moaned, I worked in vain, But I gained nothing from my pain— It really wasn't fun.

I thought I'd write upon a dog, With bog and fog, he rhymed, A bird, a cloud, the rain, and life— They all were subjects of my strife, But I would not give up.

At last, the gem from ruin rose, A definite masterpiece— But I hunted far, I hunted wide, All night long in bed I cried, For the poem I had LOST. —Kaye Borgeest, III.c, Nevile.

Night

Life at

Noosa

Heads

Noosa Heads is a little "town" about 100 miles north of Brisbane. It's a very quiet place and the only people found there are fishermen, families coming to enjoy the scenery, and surfers.

In the daytime, the long beach is deserted, and all the swimmers go down to one little corner where the life savers provide protection from sharks and currents.

Then, around five-thirty p.m., a few little groups appear on the beach, armed with tins and fish heads on strings. They go down to the water's edge, and start dragging the fish across the sand. Suddenly, one or two long heads will appear, and someone will grab at them. These men are the Noosa fishermen catching worms for bait.

When, as if by magic, the beach is no longer deserted. There are people everywhere. As night draws nearer, the fishermen appear. Some men fish in the surf, others fish from the river bank and a few youngsters, many of them camping here, fish round the swampy backwaters. As it grows dimmer many people walk along the beach, stopping to inspect the fishermen's catches, 01 watching the porpoises slide down the waves.

Now it is almost night, the short twilight is drawing to a close. From the surrounding houses, people come armed with firewood, chops, salt,

and everything necessary for a barbecue. Soon there are three or four settlements in the sanddunes, with their fires glowing in the dark. Some people drive up to the National Park on the headland to have their tea, a row of tiny lights moving up the cliff.

It is night! The people have left the beach deserted. Across the water can be seen the twinkling lights of Tewantin. A few kingfishers dart out to catch crabs now the beach is quiet, and out to sea can be seen lights, heralding the journey of the fishing boats. A rush of wind!

What is it? It is the bats, flying over in their thousands to feed on the fruit crops.

Now all is silent, save for the chugging of a few fishing boats and the continual croak of frogs in the swamps. As I lie in bed, the house silent, the only sound is the pounding of the surf, the waves forever lapping on the shore.

—Debbie Evans, II.a, Fitchett.

The

Deserted

House

High on the hill, and shrouded in mist, The deserted house stands all alone; Once a mansion of stately grace Now dusty, and grey as stone.

Gone are the days when guests filled the rooms, When all feasted, laughing and gay: Now the great halls are covered with webs, No guests will be coming today.

The window-panes shattered, the eaves out of place, The wind whistles straight through the halls, And outside, the trees sway and sigh for the things Which will never return to their walls.

—Roslyn Hall, III.c, Cato.

A

Legend—How

t h e Stars Being

Came

Into

Long before man, and all nature as we know it today, was on earth, there were no stars. Of course there was the sun and the moon, but these were not at all as beautiful as our twinkling stars, and the sky tended to be very dark at night.

Up in Heaven, the smaller angels were finding life rather dull, Heaven was a beautiful place— better than anywhere else, but one had to be so good.

Everything in Heaven was designed to make one good, and I am afraid these little angels were anything but well behaved.

These angels had not yet reecived their haloes and would not get them for some time, because of a recent escapade. They had taken the haloes of several older angels and had happily played hoop with them up and down outside the Gates of Heaven. This naturally was a terrible sin, and to pay for it, they had to polish the moon for many days, and to go about without haloes. Now after this great adventure, the little angelj felt unusually mischievous.

36 SILVER A! D GREEN One of the most important laws of Heaven •was never to look through the curtain which separated Heaven from the skies above the earth.

This was a rule which no sensible angel (except perhaps the smaller ones) would think of disobeying.

One night, instead of going to harp practice, a troop of little angels, each armed with a pair of scissors, crept to the edge of Heaven. Each selected a place, and every pair of scissors went snip! snap! making a small hole in the curtain.

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They each peered through their tiny holes. Disappointment showed on every little face. There was nothing to be seen but blackness—blackness going on and on, without an end.

But it was a different story looking up from the earth. All at once, the sky was lit by hundreds of tiny stars—the lights of Heaven shining through the curtain, to light the earth and delight its future inhabitants, the human race.

—Elizabeth Clucas, III.c, Nevile.

L O W E R MIDDLE SECTION Four B l a c k

Feet

Eyes so piercing Face so sweet, A little black panther, On four black feet.

Silently creeping, All noise has ceased, Furry little replica Of jungle beast.

Head held high And eyes alight, He's King of the garden By day and by night.

Although he's very regal And feels he's quite a treat, He's just a naughty pussy-cat, On four black feet.

—Julie Nairn, I.e, Fitchett.

Nightmare

Experience

The rushing river swirled and foamed beneath -me. From my position on the bridge, I could feel the spray on my face; spray that had begun as foam, surging over the rapids, only to be hurled on to the rocks below, and flung high into the air to meet the wind that carried it along to the bridge. How beautiful it was . . .

But what was that? That red blob on the water?

It was a child, being swiftly carried along by the surging current. I looked about for help, but there was none. It was up to me.

Quickly, I kicked off my shoes; ran along the bank to where the girl struggled desperately, and jumped in. Straightaway, the current hit at me, and dragged me along. I fought against it, swimming across the surging river. I reached the helpless girl, who was now completely exhausted.

I tried to get a hold on her, but she was dragged ruthlessly from my weak grasp. I had lost the child! The current was so strong. . . . My sodden clothes were pulling me under, as if a hidden hand were dragging at me from below. The black, swirling water closed over my head. It was choking me. I was running out of breath. I had to reach the top! I fought my way to the surface, and swam frantically to the now unconscious girl, clutching her desperately. We were now dangerously close to the treacherous rapids, with tips of foam-covered rock showing threateningly above the surface of the water! I felt that there was no hope. I could not go on. My limbs felt like lead weights.

Suddenly, my foot caught in a hidden snag. . . .

I was still grasping the girl, when a pair of strong arms reached down to us. W e were saved!

—Susan Patrick, I.b, Berry.

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T h e Golden Stallion

The rose is the queen of flowers they say, Beauty is with her in every way; Her green stem supports her delicate face; No others are like her in her grace.

As the sun was sinking iuw, Across the sandy plain, I saw a stallion standing there, With silver tail and mane.

The daffodil and jonquil are always together In any pleasant kind of weather, Their gay yellow faces nod as you pass And seem to be saying, "Spring has come at last".

His coat was of the lightest gold, As he stood in the sun, His mane took on a silver sheen, As he began to run.

There are hundreds of flowers that nature has made, Their names and their colours never shall fade; They are sold at the market, village and fair, And people all buy them with money to spare.

—Mary Fraser, I.e, Nevile.

He galloped towards the fields so green, And jumped a hedge with ease, He looked so splendid in his flight, As he passed beneath the trees.

—Helen Andrew, I.e, Krome.

Rain

The

Bushfire

It blazed through the night Just one dark night, When at its topmost die flames leaped high I saw it with my own little eye.

The bush men who came out from the smoke so black Had eyes which were smarting and aching backs.

After the fierce fire, Yes, that reckless fire, Great was the damage I saw it do Hundreds of trees were burnt right through.

It burnt six houses, not mentioning shacks And all these things are definite facts.

It was later put right.

Yesl It was put right!

The men worked with all their might To make the place a most beautiful sight The house, the shacks and the trees too, Now make the place look as good as new.

—Leonie Segal, VI.a, Nevile.

Old

Shep

When he was only a puppy Fifteen long years ago, He ran and frolicked in the wind Though now he's stiff and slow.

His eyes were full of laughter, His nose a blob of coal, His ears stood straight as an arrow, And gentle was his soul.

W e romped on the hills together, Young and carefree and gay, W e cared not what happened tomorrow For every dog has his day . . .

But now he is old and weary, His ears dropping down on his head And the eyes so full of laughter Now are solemn and dead.

And the puppy that once did frolic Away to the hills in the West Will die when night falls softly, And gently at last will rest.

—Rosemary Duncan, Vl.b, Berry.

It is a hot, dry summer day. The grass is parched and brown. The once gay and bright flowers are shrivelled up and dust-covered. The cloudless, blue sky shows no signs of rain. Then, suddenly, from the clear, blue distance, to the bright, blue present, rolls a great, grey mass of rain-bearing cloud. It advances quickly and quietly, to burst with sudden force on the welcoming countryside. Though one small drop falls such a long way, it wakens a flower from the sleep of thirst and heat. . . . From inside, we see the tiny, silver drops on the window. Then one begins to move. It rolls down, and meets another, They join, and meet others, until a tiny rivulet is running down the window. In a few minutes, the whole window is a stream of water.

After a few hours, the rain stops, and we go out again. What a change has come over the world! The grass is moist, and turning to a lush green again; the flowers have lifted up their delicate heads to the sweet smell of new-fallen rain; the small birds' songs are full of joy.

The world is awake, and very much again!

alive

—Susan Patrick, I.b, Berry.

The

Robin

When Winter days have come once more, and folk are all inside, We have a welcome visitor, one that we greet with pride.

He comes down from the hilltops, now summer days have fled, There's still snow on his feathers, but his breast is glowing red.

He sits there on a fence post, although the wind is cold, And doesn't want to fly away until his tale is told.

But when Winter days are over, and skies again are blue, Our cheery friend will fly away; I know I'll miss him too.

—Ann Padbury, VI.c, Nevile.

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36 SILVER A! D GREEN Gold

Smells

(With apologies to Walter de la Mare.)

Gayly, brightly now the sun Runs the day in golden fun, Her golden eye looks round and sees Golden honey from golden bees.

Two by two the keyholes catch Golden beams beneath the latch.

Growing in the flower bed By golden water flowers are fed.

The trees are there with golden leaves And golden birds under golden eaves.

—Judith White, I.d, Cato.

Light, taste, hearing, feel and smell, Smell is the one I'm going to tell.

The musty smell of a room so dark, The smell of flowers in the park.

The freshly painted window frame, The smell of wattles after rain.

The smell of smoke from someone's fire, The wheel of a car, and a big, black tyre.

The smell of coffee freshly ground.

The smell of a freshly upturned mound.

—Sandra Bennett, I.d, Cato.

J U N I O R SECTION Wind

Song

The wind sighs between the leaves, And laughs at moon and star; And mocks at fledglings on the eaves, And throws leaves near and far.

It ruffles em'rald grasses, And flows through lamp-light gleam; And laughs at evening passes, And evening star's white sheen.

It ripples aqua mirrors, And rocks them to and fro; While mist from sloping valleys, Upwards curling go.

And gulls, with wind-swept feathers, With snowy heads and wings; Fly through the wind-worn heathers, Towards the lulling winds.

—Pia Brous, J. V.a, Nevile.

A Fairy's

Kingdom

The clouds are just a fairy Kingdom, Light, fluffy and gay.

The birds are fairy messengers, They bring the news each day.

At night the fairies go to sleep In roses soft as snow; The birds, they reach their nest each night And off to sleep they go.

—Janet Leckie, V.b, Nevile.

The

Racing

River

Down the rushing waterfall, Down the airy hill, Round the cliffs so steep and wide, Going past the mill.

Way down past the willow trees, Rocks it seems to hide, The river great and mighty seems so very very wide.

Round the bend and off again So quickly it does flow, Racing past the dangling grass, Hanging very low.

—Jennifer Campbell, J. IV.a, Krome.

The

Stallion

He was as black as night, He was as strong as can be.

He ran like the wind, And his neigh was as loud as thunder, His legs were stronger than a bull's, He could outwit any man, Who was so foolish As to hunt the big black stallion With gleaming mane and tail.

—Michelle Tishler, V.b, Krome.

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T h e Stormy N i g h t

—Julie McDonald, V.b, Berry.

T h e River I like to watch the river As it goes rushing by, Tumbling down the mountain As day fades from the sky.

Rushing past the pine trees By cities too, it goes.

Iced up in the winter, But on! still on! it flows.

—Susan Indian, J. V.b, Fitchett.

Living

in

Jerusalem

When my father was with U.N. we lived in Jerusalem for two years.

I used to cross the border every day to go to school. I learnt to say the number on my white U.N. card in Arabic—tissa arba seti (946).

W e used to love to go to Bethlehem. The road is very hilly and winding. Often we would see a shepherd leading his little flock of sheep. Shepherd boys play on little wooden pipes when they are minding the sheep.

In Bethlehem we often went to die Church of the Nativity. The church is built where the manger of Jesus was. I love to remember the ringing of the bells at Christmas time.

—Julie Carter, J. V.a, Berry.

Teddy

Bear

I've got a big teddy bear He has a ribbon red.

Every night I cuddle him Before I go to bed.

When I'm asleep in bed He sits upon my chair.

I think he is a rather Nice big teddy bear.

—Vivien Bakonyi, IV.a, Berry.

The wind was blowing around the house, The cat was too scared to chase the mouse, The trees were rocking to and fro, And still the wind was on the go.

The thunder was crashing, And lightning was flashing, The dogs were howling, And cats were prowling, Howling, And prowling, And flashing, And crashing.

The

Stream

Swiftly and noisily the stream ripples by, Reflecting the blue of the dark evening sky.

It gurgles and plays as it rushes straight past, Really it leaves me quite aghast.

The children play all day by its banks Laughing gaily at each other's pranks, And in its depths the fishes swim, While the birds sing happily on an overhead limb.

—Heather Belcher, J. V.b, Berry.

A

Poem

In the fields and wheat I play; The golden flowers, the golden hay, Across the road another field With sparkling streams and growing yield.

And when at night I am in bed The stars I see go through my head.

And then so quickly I fall asleep, And to awake all in a heap; The sound of birds calling to me I rush to the window and there I see All the beauty around me lies The rippling brooks and rushing skies.

—Debby Simmance, V.a, Berry.

Before

School

As I was walking off to school, I stopped to look at the fish in the pool.

They looked so pretty darting about That I didn't want to move or shout.

—Sally Ann Stubley, Ill.b, Fitchett.

Acknowledgments The Committee wishes to thank the Schools which have sent the following magazines:—"The Swan" (Guildford Grammar); "The Ivanarian" (G.E.G.S., Ivanhoe); "Wesley College Chronicle"; "The Sydneian" (Sydney Grammar); "The Brook" 'Tinterii G.E.G.G.S.); "The Scotch Collegian"; "The Melburnian"; "The Corian" (Geelong Grammar); "The Record" (U.H.S.); "Strathconian" (Strathcona B.G.G.S.); "The Carey Chronicle", and any others which have been unintentionally omitted.

The Old Collegian CONDUCTED BY

PAST

STUDENTS

METHODIST

LADIES'

OF

THE

COLLEGE

1962 DEBUTANTES

From left to right the debutantes are-Back row: Una Powell, Judith Briggs, Isobel Kelt, Lee Monson . Front row: Diana George, Marilyn eil, Mr . E. E. Tilley (Margaret Donaldson), Convener; President, Miss Dorothea Cerutty; Misses Glenys Lord and Dianne Hill, ticket secretaries; Christine Mauger, Carolyn Allen.

Their partners are John Harris, Michael Coles, Douglas McCann, Graeme Parker, Max Ritter, James Kelt, Paul Frood, Neill Phipps, Michael Suttle, Dennis Head.

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The Old Collegian The President's Message Fellow Old Collegians, As my term of office as President draws to a close, I take this opportunity of thanking all those who have given such willing and welcome assistance to me, and also of reviewing the events of the year and their significance.

Members of the Council, especially the Conveners of the Ball, the Dinner, the Garden Party and the Lucy Kilvington Appeal, have my heart-felt thanks, as have those who have recorded our doings and fought for Press publicity.

Our experience has been a rich and varied one, whether it is the meetings of Old Friends and the memories they stir, or the wider circles of acquaintances with the committees of other schools, or the gay social events of Ball, or Dinner or Literary evening. I feel that die crown of the year was the serene and beautiful atmosphere of the Old Collegians' Service, where through the words of Dr. Wood, and the music of the choir, and the organ, we were reminded of the sanctity of our calling and the wealth of our spiritual heritage from the College.

If only ALL our members would realise what is to be gained from close, loyal association, and the necessity of first giving themselves in interested participation if they wish to share this gain, then the life of the club would profit immeasurably from a wider, more active circle of Old Collegians.

May your Christmas be a happy and holy season, and the coming year serve only to deepen your affection for the school, and your loyal service to her present and future life.

Dorothea Cerutty, President, 1962.

Secretary's Notebook Subscriptions: City members 3 0 / - yearly; country, schoolgirl member £1 yearly; Life membership £ 1 2 / 1 2 / - (payable if required at £3 yearly for four years). To be forwarded to Mrs. J. Tapner, 12 Black Street, Mont Albert (Phone 89-5884).

Blazers: A permit to purchase an Old Collegians' blazer at the Leviathan may be obtained from the secretary.

Magazines Wanted: A copy of "Bluebell" for 1902 has been given to the Archives. There is no copy available for 1903 or other-early editions.

Have you any? Do you know of anyone who might have copies?

July Magazine: There will be an issue of "The Old Collegians" in July, 1963, with details of Old Collegians, former students and their activities.

This present December magazine has been devised to include mostly the Life and Annual membership lists of the club.

News Wanted: Please forward any news, no matter how small, to the Editress, Mrs. G. R. Bull (Jill Hickling), 37 Maude Street, North Box Hill (Phone 88-1454). Send it while it is still fresh in your mind.

JOAN WALTER, Hon. Secretary.

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Annual Meeting 27th FEBRUARY, 1963 Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the M.L.C. Old Collegians' Club will be held in Flockart Hall, at the College, on February 27, at 8 p.m. It is requested that both old and new members endeavour to attend.

Nominations for council and other offices signed by a proposer and seconder, and also the member nominated, must be lodged with the Secretary 14 days prior to the annual meeting. Any member residing more than 25 miles from the G.P.O. Melbourne can vote by post, provided that she apply for a voting paper and return the same to the Secretary, 24 hours before the annual meeting.

A Notice of Motion: Any member who desires to bring a notice of motion before the annual meeting must give notice thereof in writing to the Hon. Secretary, 14 days prior to the annual meeting.

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\ New/s As the reports of the Canberra and Sydney branches were too late for the July issue, they are being published now.

Reports of the other branches will be published as usual in next year's magazine.

SYDNEY All the members of this Branch felt deeply the loss of Ivy Shain (Kermode), who was loved by us all and is remembered for all the interest she took in the Club. She was also an Ex-President of the Club and carried out the duties entailed in her usual thoughtful and willing way.

Isabel Cerutty (Schultze) from Hobart paid a visit to Sydney in April last, staying with Ivy Shain (Kermode) and meeting Zat and Perla Preston, Dolly Blayney (Callaghan), Rene Upton (Dodgshun) and Bess Leekie (Williams) and a most enjoyable afternoon was had by all.

Birdie Kermode was also over in Sydney about the same time, staying with her sister, and some of us were very pleased in being able to meet her too. Elsie Ridge from Launceston paid us a visit in May, staying with Bess Leekie (Williams), and looking up many old friends. Pam Thomas has been overseas for some months, and is expected back in early December.

Ivy Barnett went over to Melbourne late in September to join in celebrations of her parents Diamond Wedding Anniversary. Margaret Satchell had a recent trip to Alice Springs, also a short visit to Melbourne to be present at the impressive Dedication Service in Fitchett Chapel of a Memorial Window to Princess Fusibala.

Joan Money has been staying with her sister Cicely Money, for 10 weeks furlough from Rabaul, New Guinea.

Zat and Perla Preston had a very relaxing holiday at Yamba just recently. Elsie Bluett had a trip to Western Australia, staying at Adelaide, Melbourne and Tawonga on her way home. Dolly Blayney (Callaghan) just returned from a visit to Melbourne to see her family, and was only able to ring up a f e w friends during her stay. Barbara Shain is off to Perth for the Commonwealth Games, and a 6-day land cruise to Albany and Great Southern and South Western Districts.

Gretchen Campbell (Krome) paid Sydney a visit during May, and a number of friends enjoyed exchanging news at lunch one day. Mrs. Mylrae is off to Japan for a trip in the near future and we can apparently look forward to seeing more of her travel transparencies on her return.

Miss Dorothea Cerutty was passing through Sydney on her way back to Melbourne, and we were able to arrange a Luncheon for her at the Secondary Schools' Club Rooms. W e were glad to have her with us and hear all the latest developments at the School, and to know that there is to be a corner for those wishing to bequeath any of their personal belongings which would be

of interest historically for those of later years.

Miss Cerutty also donated to the Club the History of the School for 75 years and now the members are all finding this of great interest.

W e are all very sorry to lose Jean Macdonald from our club. She has gone to live in Brisbane to be near one of her sons and his family. Early in November, about 18 of us had a most enjoyable evening at Kath Fraser's (Gault), where Mrs. Mylrae and Mrs. Fraser showed some of their films.

W e would like to wish all other Old Collegians in our sister branches the Season's Greetings, and a very Happy New Year.

CICELY MONEY. CANBERRA Our annual meeting and dinner was held on 17th October, 1961, at the home of Mrs. Hill (Rose Roe), and 22 members were present. Every one appreciated Mrs. Hill's kind hospitality and after an enjoyable dinner w e held our annual meeting.

Office bearers for the year 1961-1962 are: President, Miss Kathleen Key; Secretary-Treasurer, Mrs. J. H. Bradbury (Ruth McComb).

New members over the past year were—Miss Joan Ekins, Miss Celeste Walters, Mesdames Hay (Janet Barber) and Watson (Isobel Appleford).

Present members are: Miss Joan Ekins, Mrs. N. Ellis (Netta Jones), Mrs. B. Fisher (Dawn Davis), Mrs. J. H. Bradbury (Ruth McComb), Mrs. E. Fuhrman (Elvina Veale), Mrs. D. Greig (Anne Williamson), Mrs. E. Hannan (Irene Trott), Mrs. H. J. Hay (Janet Barber) Mrs. A. Hill (Rose Roe), Mrs. J. Hodgens (Betty Yates), Mrs. A. Hogg (Doris Yandell), Mrs. J. Holt (Bea Sharvvood), Miss Gladys Joyce, Mrs. E. Keage, Mrs. C. Key (Betty Hall), Miss K. Key, Mrs. B. Lambert (Gwen Carmichael), Mrs. R. Loof (Margaret White), Mrs. I. McFarlane (Betty Hookway), Mrs. P. McKeown (Wilma David), Mrs. I. Marshall (Kath Sutton), Mrs. A. Nutt (Ethel Pugsley), Mrs. A. Rosier (Marilyn Love), Mrs. G. Ruddock (Loma Amos), Mrs. B. Scott (Betty Cooper), Mrs. Sowell (Leslie David), Miss June Jelbart, Mrs. I. Watson (Isobel Appleford), Mrs. J. Mitchell (Joan Butler), Mrs. A. Cross (Ailsa Heinricks), Mrs. D. Keys (Dulcie Stinton), Mrs. J. Gray (Jane Preston), Mrs. M. Urbahms (Mervlin Davey). Mrs. A. J. Wain (Myrtle Joyce), Mrs. J. Warry (Doreen Lancaster), Mrs. A. Watson (Isobel Appleford), Mrs. P. Wheeler (Peggy Bell), Mrs. D. White (Ruth Campbell), Mrs. R. Wilkinson (Ruth Smith), Mrs. J. Yarra (Ruth Fitzpatrick), Miss Celeste Walters.

Once again we send greetings to Old Collegians everywhere. Any Old Collegians recently arrived in Canberra are invited to contact the President, Miss Key, 4-2805, or the Secretary-Treasurer, Mrs. Bradbury, 4-6574.

R U T H M. BRADBURY, Sec.-Treasurer.

(Ruth McComb)

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1962 Annua) Ball The 1962 Methodist Ladies' College Old Collegian's Club Ball was held at "Stardust", Marine Parade, St. Kilda, on June 20.

The President, Miss Dorothea Cerutty, and the Convener, Mrs. Eds Tilley, received the official guests in the beautifully appointed reception area.

The Official Guests present were Miss Lucy Kellaway, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Lumley (Wesley Old Collegians' Association), Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Gordon (Parents' Association), Mrs. J. McCarthy (Principal of M.L.C., Elsternwick) and Miss Joan Walter. Unfortunately Dr. and Mrs. W o o d , Dr. and Mrs. Coates (Principal of Wesley College), Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Chambers, Miss Mavis Lancaster, Miss Frances Cowper, Miss Ruth Flockart and Mrs. F. Kumm (Patronesses of the Club), Mr. and Mrs. F. Robertson and Mr. and Mrs. C. Tapner were unable to attend.

The nine debutantes looked charming in individually styled white frocks. They carried pale blue asprey fans with white hyacinths and bows at the base of each.

370 people attended the Ball and although slightly overcrowded, the atmosphere was very friendly and happy.

I would like to thank most sincerely our Ticket Secretaries, Misses Glenys Lord and Dianne Hill, for the very capable way in which they carried out their unenviable task. My thanks also go to the rest of the Ball Committee, Mrs. Nance Martin, Mrs. Joyce Martin, Misses Dorothy Bugg, Jane Elton and Helen Ditterich for their helpful co-operation.

M A R G A R E T TILLEY. [Reports of other Old Collegian functions will be published as usual in the July Magazine next year—Ed.]

Life Members The following is a complete list of names of Old Collegians, both annual and life members. It would be appreciated that where mistakes occur, insufficient details such as single names provided or any query at all, the Hon. Treasurer, Mrs. J. Tapner, 12 Black Street, Mont Albert (Phone 89-5884) be notified as soon as possible. This will ensure that members receive all notices, magazines and invitations in the future.

Abercombie, Mrs. J. (Renee Hayler), 14A Cumberland St., Newtown, Geelong.

Adams, Mrs. R. (Penny Smith), 6 Grove St., Vermont.

Aitchison, Mrs. R. N. (Vera Smith), 421 Mont Albert Rd., Mont Albert.

Aitken, Mrs. H. (Helen Butler), 3 Coronation St., Mt. Waverley.

Akers, G., 34 Wallace St., Morwell.

Alcorn, Mrs. L. F. (Harriet Jeffries), 436 Queens Pde. Clifton Hill.

Allen, Barbara, 15 Southernhay St., Reservoir.

Allen, Carolyn, 2 Exley Road, Moorabbin.

Anderson, Mrs. J. R. (Elva Findlay), 4 North St., Ascot Vale.

Anderson, Valerie, "Ivanhoe", Womboota, via Moama, N.S.W. Angus, Mrs. David (Betty McCaulay), 24 Abbott St., North Balwyn.

Antcliffe, Mrs. G. H. (Helen Kerr), C / o . Dept. of Civil Aviation, P.O. Box 80, Port Moresby, Papua.

Arnold, Mrs. L. (Lurline Keck), 45 Roslyn St., Burwood.

Arnold, Ruth, 27 Queens Parade, Ashwood.

Ashton, Mrs. J. A. (Lorna Pope), Hunterston, via Yarram.

Atkinson, Marjorie, C / o . Bank of N.S.W., 47 Berkeley Sq., London, W . l .

Attenborough, Mrs. R. (Ailsa Trott), Wayside Delivery, Poowong.

Bacon, Glenys, 68 Belford Rd., East Kew. Bacon, Mrs. R. E. (Vera Curtis), 9 Albert Rd., Drouin.

Baird, Mrs. A. S. (Lucy Smith), 21 Barkly St., Burwood.

Baker, Mrs. L. W . (Shirley Cockfield), 10 Roslyn St., Burwood.

Balding, Judith, 33 Queens Rd., Melbourne.

Ball, Miss Daisy, 27 Wentworth Avenue, Canterbury.

Balloch, Mrs. J. (Marjorie Crossland), 3A Fairmont Ave., Auburn.

Barber, Mrs. J. R. (Constance Williams), Carr's Lane, Anakie.

Barelli, Mrs. D. (Linnell W o o d ) , 11 Austin St., Mitcham.

Barker, Miss Edith, 3 Laurencia Court, Mont Albert.

Basset, M., "Ben Cairn", Donald.

Batten, Mrs. J. (nee Turner), 43 Kitchener St., Box Hill South.

Beaconsfield, Jill, 28 Verdant Ave., Toorak.

Bear, Alice, Tiverton P.B., Pyramid Hill.

Bear, Mrs. M. (Margaret Yeo), Tiverton, Pyramid Hill.

Beckett, Judith, 12 Duke St., West Footscray.

Beckett, Mary F., 12 Duke St., West Footscray.

Bendix, Mrs. C. J. (Miriam Wilson), 338 Whitehorse Rd., Balwyn.

Benjamin, Rosemary, 100 Gordon St., Balwyn.

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Bennett, Helen M., 22 Westminster St., Balwyn.

Bennett. Mrs. I. G. (Pamela Sinclair), 104 Husband Rd., Forest Hill.

Bennett, Mrs. Joan (Joan Corbett), P.O. Box 47, Nhill.

Bennett, Norma, 14 Acheron Ave., Camberwell.

Bennett, Ruth, 29 Alta St., Canterbury.

Beynon, Mrs. J., 407 Barker's Road, Kew. Bickart, Mary, 1244 Burke Road, North Balwyn.

Bignell, Mrs. N. (E. Ellis), 18 Reid St., Balwyn.

Bilney, Miriam, 41 Nungemer St., Balwyn.

Bilney, Ruth, 41 Nungemer St., Balwyn.

Bingeman, Phyllis, 15 Hilda Crescent, Hawthorn.

Birdsey, Mrs. F. W. (Olive Shenfield), Yamala Drive, Oliver's Hill, Frankston.

Birkett, Margaret, 81 Pakington St., Geelong.

Black, Mrs. H. R. (Florrie Day), 122 Yarrbat Ave., Balwyn.

Black, Mrs. I. O. (Irene Trigge), 4 Morris St., Balwyn.

Blackwell, Margaret, 19 Glencoe St., Caulfield.

Blair, Joan, 18 Staughton Rd., Glen Iris.

Blennerhassett, A vice, 175 Riversdale Rd., Hawthorn.

Blessley, Mrs. W. O. (Delma Blight), 2 Golders St., Heidelberg.

Block, Mrs. Judith (Judith Kube), Box 181, Heywood.

Blyth, Valerie, Burn Brae, Sunbury.

Bodkin, Marylon L., 45 Belgravia Ave., Koonung Heights.

Bolle, Mrs. E. (G. Butchings), 17 Bruce St., Bentleigh.

Bolte, Mrs. H. (Jill Elder), 32 Queens Rd., Melbourne.

Bolton, Joy, 1 Hertford Crescent, Balwyn.

Bond, Mrs. W . (F. Pizzey), Flat 7, 25 Glen St., Hawthorn.

Bottomley, Mrs. L. C. (Marjorie Baulch), 11 Stayners Grove, Moorabbin.

Bowell, Mrs. P. (Pat Pernell), 44 Foote St., Elwood.

Bowman, Mrs. W. K. (Dorothy Lloyd), Holmswood, Keysborough.

Boyce, Mrs. A. (Margery Allen), Springvale Rd., Forest Hill.

Boyd, Mrs. (Margaret A. Evans), 27 Parslow St., Malvern.

Boyt, Dr. Mavis, 84 High St., Glen Iris.

Brassington, Mrs. D. (Phyllis Minns), 54 Rowland Street, Kew. Braybon, Mrs. R. T., Congupna Road P.O. Brehaut, Mrs. H. E. (Mary Overend), 2 Macartney Ave., Kew. Brehaut, Jane, 2 Macartney Ave., Kew. Brisbane, Mary, Murchison.

Brisbane, Mrs. (Rhoda Pope), 110 Hensman Rd., South Perth, W.A. Broberg, Pam, 17 Bendigo St., Reservoir.

Brooks, Mrs. G. R. (Barbara Tonkin), 169 Bedford Rd., Heathmont.

Brown, Mrs. E. (Elaine Brisbane), The Manse, Nagambie.

Brown, Hilda, 26 Scott Grove, Glen Iris.

Brown, Joan, 10 Birdwood St., Box Hill.

Brown, Pam, 61 North Street, Ascot Vale.

Browne, Mrs. P. J. (Diane Gallus), Boronia Rd., Vermont.

Bruhn, Mrs. C. H. (Violet Osier), "Eltekon", Coast Rd., Mirboo North.

Buchanan, Gail, 3 Jennifer Ave., Mordialloc.

Buckingham, Mrs. V. C. (Jean McAliece), 26 Barkston Gardens, London, S.W.5.

Bugg, Dorothy, 13 Cassells Road, Brunswick.

Bull, Mrs. G. (Jill Hickling), 37 Maude St., Box Hill North.

Burbidge, N. J., 37a Victoria St., East Preston.

Burke, Mrs. P. (Joy Fautlev), 262 Albert Rd., Albert Park.

Burns, Mrs. Alec. (Merle Scott), Fuchsia St., Blackburn.

Burns, Yvonne, 4 Mount View St., Croydon.

Butterworth, Mrs. G. A. (Doris Roberts), 9 Argyle St., Mildura.

Byrnes, Mrs. P. F. (Margaret Howie), 26 Oakleigh Rd., Glenhuntly.

Callaway, Mrs. (Brenda Coates), 134 Canterbury Rd., Canterbury.

Cameron, Heather, 176 Melbourne Road, Nth. Williamstown.

Cameron, Mrs. I. (Jan Palmer), 12 Holroyd Court, Sth. Blackburn.

Campbell, Nance, 63 Halifax St., Middle Brighton.

Cant, Barbara, 25 Bulleen Rd., North Balwyn.

Cant, Margaret, 25 Bulleen Rd., North Balwyn.

Carnegie, Florence, 30 Macartney Ave., Kew. Carroll, Mrs. W. S. (Jean Boyd), 10 View St., Canterbury.

Carter, Audrey, 1A Khartoum St., Caulfield.

Cerutty, Dorothea, 33 Sherbourne St., Essendon.

Chadderton, Lorna, 1 Alleyne Ave., Malvern.

Chadwick, Mrs. L., 4 Carrington St., Edithvale.

Chalmers, Mrs. K. (Kathleen White), 8 Ralton Ave., Clen Waverley.

Chamberlain, Helen, "Bloomfield Park", Everton.

Chambers, Mrs. L. (Jean Davison), 20 Goldthorn's Ave., Kew. Chambers, Sandra, 49 Munroe St., North Kew. Charles, Rosamonde, 118 Caroline St., South Yarra.

Charters, Dr. R. (Rona Brown), 25 Hopetoun Pde, Box Hill.

Chew, Ivy, 12 Guok Avenue, Singapore 5, Malaya.

Chisholm, Mrs. D. (Lynette Price), Cnr. Tara and North Rds., East Ormond.

Chitty, E. 22 The Avenue, East Malvern.

Christie, Mrs. J. (nee Lyndon), 49 Ethel St., Traralgon.

Clare, Mrs. (Anne Tanner), 131 Rosslyn Ave., Seaford.

Clark, Annette, 54 Elmhurst Rd., Blackburn.

Clark, Hilda, Flat 1, 23 William St., South Yarra.

Clark, Mrs. J. R. (Joy Lacey), 52 Aroona Rd., Caulfield.

Clarke, Mrs. F. M. (Margot Jackson), 29 Keith St., Moorabbin.

Clarke, Mrs. I. (Heather Murdoch), 233 Doncaster Rd., North Balwyn.

Clarke, Janice, C / o . Methodist Ladies' College, Barker's Road, Kew. Clarke, Mrs. M. (Helen Eggleston), 10 Crest Ave., Balwyn.

Coates, Mrs. B. (Margaret Clifford), P.B. 65. St. Arnaud.

Cockran, Beverley, 35 Guildford Rd., Surrey Hills.

Cockran, June, 35 Guildford Rd., Surrey Hills.

Cockroft, Mrs. D. D. (Dorothy Brown), Flat 1, 93 Beach Rd., Sandringham.

Collins, Mrs. B. (Lynette Tocknell), 1 Strickland Ave., Highton.

Collins, Win., 9A Hoddle St., Elsternwick.

Collyer, Nancy, 1 West St., Nunawading.

THE OLD Connor, Mrs. J. (Phyllis Cliff), 6 Cranwell Ave., Strathmore.

Connor, Suzanne, 80 Stamford Hill, Bacchus Marsh.

Cooper, Dorothy, 19 Gordon St., Balwyn.

Corlass, Joan, 6 Lurnea Rd., Glen Iris.

Cornell, Mrs. F. W . (Edna Pryor), 46 New St., Brighton.

Cornwell, Elaine, 19 Reisling St., Corowa, N.S.W. Cornwell, Jennifer, 19 Reisling St., Corowa, N.S.W. Coughlan, Mrs. J. (Joan Sutherland), 38 Eastgate St., Oakleigh.

Coulson, Janet, 37 Sussex Rd., South Caulfield.

Cousland. Heather, 59 Bellett St., Camberwell.

Cox, Barbara, "Ardrossan", Hull Rd., Croydon.

Crabtree, Peggy, 91 Warrigal Rd., Surrey Hills.

Cram, Mrs. P. F. (Dorothy Aldred), 39 Russell S t , Casterton.

Cranwell, Mrs. G. (Valma Pennell), 262 Napier St., Strathmore.

Crawford, Mrs. H. (Sheila Marshall), 237 Alma Rd., East St. Kilda.

Creaser, Justine, 9 Peverell St., Balwyn.

Creed, Mrs. M. (Margaret Tucker), 59 Vicki St., St., Forest Hill.

Crocker, Mrs. (Janice McNee), 14 Venus St., Caulfield.

Crook, Judith, 71 Robinson Rd., Hawthorn.

Crosby, Lois, 11 Kenmare St., Box Hill North.

Crow, Jean, 10 Clapham St., Balwyn.

Cumming, Mrs. G. F. (Lynette Moon), Acheron.

Currv, Mrs. N. (Nancy Batt), 20 Hodgson St., Kew. Curtayne, Mrs. M. (Margaret Tuck), 3 Hunter Ave., Black Rock.

Danks, Mrs. J. (Norma Butt), 11 Tormey St., North Balwyn.

Davey, Verna, 18 Verdant Ave., Toorak.

Davies, Jill, 24 Holroyd St., Kew. Davies, Mrs. M. (Margaret King), 44 Ely Rd., South Box Hill.

Davies, Margery, 6 Gould St., Brighton Beach.

Davies, Mrs. S. (Sheila F. Procter), C / o . Yarlet Hall, Nr. Stafford, Staffs, Eng. Davis, Mrs. H. (L. Maugher), 6 Judith St., Burwood.

Davis, Mrs. R. N., C / o . H.S.B. Young, "Darriwill Park", Moorabool.

Dawes, Mrs. T. P. (Margaret J. Guthridge), 119A Dendy St., Brighton.

Day, Pat., 151 Maud St., North Balwyn.

Deane, Mrs. J. E. (Joan Turner), 29 Gowar Ave., Camberwell.

Delarue, Mrs. R. (Dorothy Kerwin), 5 Fern Hill, Yallourn.

Denman, Beryl, Box 118 P.O., Lilydale.

Denton, Millicent, 61 Halstead St., Caulfield.

Devine, Judith, 100 Were St., Brighton Beach.

Dickens, Gwenda, 4 Fakenham Rd., Ashburton.

Dickens, Margaret, 4 Fakenham Rd., Ashburton.

Dimmick, Mrs. J. (Joan Jewell), Lalor's Rd., Healesville.

Dingle, Betsy, 21 Stewart St., Williamstown.

Dingle, Nancy, 21 Stewart St., Williamstown.

Diprose, Barbara, Pine Grove, Cavendish.

Diprose, Doreen, Pine Grove, Cavendish.

Ditchburn, Connie, Flat 11, Yarrawonga Court, 12 William St., South Yarra.

Ditchburn, Margaret, Flat 3, 378 Orrong Road, North Caulfield.

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Dixon, Gwenneth, 3 Rubens Grove, Canterbury.

Dodd, Olive, 2 Cascade Drive, North Kew. Donaldson, June, 45 Broadway, Elwood.

Donaldson, M., "Pine Vale", R.M.B. 87, Cootamundra Road, Temora, N.S.W. Douglas, Jan., Landsborough Ave., Scarborough, Q'ld.

Doyle, Mrs. H. P. "Roseneath", Jerilderie St., Jerilderie, N.S.W. Draper, Doreen, 9 Down St., Regent.

Drew, Mrs. H. (Shirley Brand), 37 Sea Parade, Mentone.

Drowley, Mrs. E. G. (Wendy Finch), 26 Kathleen Rd., Rosanna.

Druitt, Mrs. A. M. (Joyce Lowry), 206 Burke R d , Glen Iris.

Druitt, Elizabeth, 206 Burke Rd., Glen Iris.

Ducker, Mrs. (Alison Benjamin), 100 Gordon St., Balwyn.

Dunbar, Mrs. J. D. (Joy Tucker), The Bungalow, Traralgon.

Dunn, Mrs. C. G. (D. Marshman), "Brentwood", Wayside, Warracknabeal.

Earle, Kathleen, C / o . The Nook, Pennyroyal.

Edgar, Mrs. W . (Ruth Johns), 3a Tower Street, Mont Albert.

Edmonds, Josie, 1 Plunkett St., East Brighton.

Edmonds, Mrs. M. A. (Phyllis McNaughton), 49 Pakington St., Geelong West.

Edwards, Mrs. R. (Constance Green), 48 Gardenvale Road, Sth. Caulfield.

Effick, Nancy, 8 Weatherley Grove, Middle Brighton.

Eggington, Mrs. J. (Audrey Walklate), 130 Hill Rd., North Balwyn.

Eglinton, June, 19 Sidwell Grove, East St. Kilda.

Ekberg, Joan, 21 Stevenson St., Kew. Ellen, Mrs. K. (Elizabeth Wood), 186 Lauderdale Mansions, Lauderdale, London, S.W.3.

Ellingsen, Glenyce, 135 Anderson Rd., Sunshine.

Elliott, Mrs. R. J. (Violet Wood), 26 Koromiko Road, Titirangi, Auckland, N.Z. Ellis, Mrs. B. (Jill Glenister), 8 Grandview Terrace, North Kew. Ellis, E. M., 24 Reid St., Balwyn.

Ellison, Mrs. E. (Mary Hanna), Vastra-Nygatan 22, Norrkoping, Sweden.

Ellison, Mrs. J. E., 53 Combermere St., Essendon.

Ellwood, Mrs. R. C. (Jean Knowles), "Woodell", Applethorpe, Southern Line, Qld. Elsum, Mrs. D. (Elizabeth Chambers), Dallas Ave., Templestowe.

Elton, Jane, 23 Knutsford St., Balwyn.

Ernst, Mrs. A. C. (Joan Pullen), 1 / 2 Barry Street, Clovelly, N.S.W. Evans, Jill, 21 Lockhart St., Camberwell.

Evans, Mrs. M. (Margaret Jenkin), 11 Furneaux Grove, Bulleen.

Evans, Mrs. R. W . (Shirley Rush), 36 The Crescent, Surrey Hills.

Fairbank, Pamela, 14 Higham St., Cheltenham.

Falla, Glenys, Box 14, Litchfield.

Falla, Lesley, Box 14, Litchfield.

Falla, Mrs. R. P. (Honor John), "Roseneath", Litchfield.

Faragher, Mrs. R. I. (Margaret Rentoul), 95 Nicholson St., McKinnon.

Farfor, Mrs. C. (Imogen Allen), 25 Cole St., Elwood.

Farnworth, Mrs. A. J. (Enid Brown), 31 Morris St., Belmont, Geelong.

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Farrell, Mrs. J. L. (Betty A. Brown), 33 Normanby St., Warragul.

Feltham, Mrs. P. (Sylvia Box), Box 34, Shepparton.

Fenton, Mrs. D. T. H. (Lesley Baker), Euardon, Hamilton.

Fenton, Valerie, 52 High St. Road, Ashwood.

Fergie, Glenys, 27 Adrian St., Burwood.

Fiddian, Cecilia, 15 Wrixon St., Kew. Fiddian, Mrs. G. L. (Gwen McCauley), 15 Wrixon St., Kew. Field, Felicity, 18 Trafalgar St.. Mont Albert.

Field, Mrs. M. J. (Millicent Slater), "Borambil" Suite 34, South Steyne, Manly, N.S.W. Findley, Mrs. C. R. (Diane Humphrey), 356 Barker's Rd., Hawthorn.

Finnely, Dr. H. E., 688 Toorak Rd., Malvern.

Firken, Mrs. D. H „ 18 Frater St., East Kew. Firth, Pamela, 17 Castella St., East Ivanhoe.

Fitzgerald, Alison, 6 North Court, Surrey Hills.

Fitzgerald, Erin, Cnr. Brewster and Mackay Sts., Essendon.

Fitzgerald, Margaret, 21 Cornwall St., West Brunswick.

Fitzgerald, Margaret, 6 North Court, Surrey Hills.

Fitzpatrick, Mrs. B. F. (Lesley Walters), 50 Condong St., Murwillumbah, N.S.W. Flockart, Miss Anne, 15 Central Ave., Burwood.

Flockart, Miss Ruth, 15 Central Ave., Burwood.

Forster, Joan, 61 Wattle Valley Rd., Canterbury.

Foster, Joan, 20 Hill St., Toorak.

Fowler, Mrs. J. (Doris Smith), 54 Fitzroy St., Kerang.

Fraser, Mrs. H. J. W . (Enid Hocking), "Nariel", Coonara Rd., Olinda.

Freeman, Mrs. (Beverley Lord), 164 High St., Southport, Qld. French, Mrs. W . (Blanche Murdoch), Ballarta Rd., Lyndhurst Sth., via Cranbourne.

Frost, Mrs. A. B. (Win Dufty), 181 Percy St., Portland.

Frost, Mrs. E. L. (Elva Ward), 22 Waterdale Rd., Ivanhoe.

Galagher, Ann, 69 James St., Northcote.

Galbraith, Barbara, 10 Streeton Cres., East Ivanhoe.

Galbraith, Lynne, 15 Graham St., Surrey Hills.

Galbraith, Margaret, 10 Streeton Cres., East Ivanhoe.

Gardner, Marion, 6 Kalang Ave., Hartwell.

Gibson, Ann, "Rowans", Narnella, via Rochester Gibson, Jean, 41 Iris Rd., Glen Iris.

Giddings, Mrs. R. J. (Lyn Tabart), C / o . SubDistrict Station, Buin, Bougainville, T. New Guinea.

Gilbert, Mrs. J. B. (Frances Hill), 14 Gillard St., Burwood.

Gilmour, Faye, Strathlea, R.M.B. 23, Finley, N.S.W. Gilmour, Mrs. R. (Beverley Bath), "Kyndalyn", Cope Cope.

Gjersirk, Greta, 16 Princess St., Kew. Glasgow, Mrs. J. (Lois Holloway), Bena, Sth. Gippsland.

Gleeson, Mrs. E. V. (Althea Dawes), 1 Canberra Grove, Malvern.

Glen, Mrs. D. W . (Elvie Tynor), Millewa Station, via Renmark, S.A. Glen, Janet, 38 Ross St., Surrey Hills.

Glenister, Mrs. D. (Nancy White), 20 Terry St., Deepdene.

Gloster, Mrs. Lynette, 49 Ercildoune St., North Caulfield.

Godfrey, Mrs. J. (Wilma Pearce), C W M Hospital, Suva, Fiji.

Good, Mrs. D. L. (Betty Le Pine), 81 Mont Albert Rd., Canterbury.

Goodman, Jill, C / o . Methodist Mission, Mogumber, W.A. Gordon, Mrs. C. A. (Mollie Lumley), 404 Barker's Rd., Hawthorn.

Gordon, Patricia, 32 Lillimur Rd., Ormond.

Granger, Glenis, 16 Mt. Korong Rd., Bendigo.

Grant, Mrs. R. (Beverley Grieve), 54 Verviers St., Karori, Wellington, N.Z. Gray, Mrs. J. (Olive Pizzey), Kallista.

Graydon, Mrs. K. (Marjorie Fisher), 255 Warrigal Rd., Burwood.

Greenbaum, Mrs. G. (Elizabeth Scarlet), 31 Maysia St., Canterbury.

Greenwood, Corinne, 340 Waverley Rd., Mt. Waverley.

Greig, Mrs. D. L. (Mabel Williamson), 5 Lefroy St., Griffith, Canberra, A.C.T. Gretton, Mrs. J., (Jean Ward) 64 Loughnan Rd., Ringwood.

Grieves, Mrs. C. W . (B. Royan), 43 Wattle St., Bendigo.

Grigg, Lorna, 4 Kokaribb Rd., Carnegie.

Hales, Mrs. K. (Brenda Burton), 22 Clifford St., Glen Waverley.

Hales, Mrs. R. T. (Margaret White), "Illoura", Station Rd., Foster.

Hall, Mrs. H. (Helen Charlesworth), 138 Whitehorse Rd., Balwyn.

Hammond, Mrs. H. G. (Beverley Kiddle), 204 Aberdeen St., West Geelong.

Hancock, E. Jean, 26 Albert St., East Malvern.

Hand, Mary, Private Bag 11, Warracknabeal.

Hanlon, Mrs. M. (Nereda Dawes), 48 Lucas St., East Brighton.

Hann, Mary, 23 Clarke St., Caulfield South.

Hansen, Gwenda, 2 Fairview Grove, Glen Iris.

Harbert, Unice, 237 Union Rd., Surrey Hills.

Harbutt, Mrs. W . (Irene Mealy), "Upping", 5 Cumberland Ave., Nth. Balwyn.

Hardie, Neroli, 105 Barker's Rd., Kew. Hardie, Patricia, 9 Bowen St., East Malvern.

Harding, Joy, 53 Combermere St., Essendon.

Harman, Mrs. J. G. (Bronwen Anderson), "Babbacombe", 5 Sylvester Cres., East Malvern.

Harris, Mrs. K. (Nellie Chadderton), 1 Alleyne Ave., Malvern.

Harris, Mrs. P. W . (Audrey Fleming), 29 Acacia Ave., Riccarton, Christchurch, N.Z. Harriss, Mrs. S. J. (Ailsa Murdoch), 239 Noble St., Newtown, Geelong.

Harrison, Venie, 126 High St., Glen Iris.

Hart, Mrs. Roma (Roma Knight), 6 Gillman St., East Malvern.

Hartley, Mrs. (Nancy Moonie), 12 Bowen St., Warragul.

Harvey, June, 1 Grace St., Camberwell.

Harvey, K., 16 Kangaroo Rd., Murrumbeena.

Harvey, Mrs. W . (Marion McLennan), 16 Kangaroo Rd., Murrumbeena.

Harwood, Mrs. L. J. (Gwenneth Pearson), 76 Jenkins St., Northcote.

Haslam, Mrs. L. (Hesse Graham), 25 Celia St., Burwood.

Hastings, Mrs. R. J. (Audrey Moore), 213 Blackburn Rd., Blackburn South.

THE OLD COLLEGIAN Hattam, Anne, 62 Churchill St., Mont Albert.

Hawkes, Mrs. N. E. (Edna Marriott), Warren Rd., Mordialloc.

Hawkes, Mrs. R. S. (Marjorie Osborne), 9 Crescent Rd., Camberwell.

Heaton, Mrs. O. C. (Dorothy Cockfield), 32 Somers St., Burwood.

Heffernan, Bernice, Box 326, Red Cliffs.

Hendy, Mrs. I. (Barbara Smith), 1 Maurice St., Hawthorn East.

Hiam, Mrs. J. (Janet Howlett), 17 Balmoral Cres., Mont Albert.

Hill, Diane, 13 Merchiston Grove., Strathmore.

Hill, Mrs. H. (Vear Jolly), Cnr. Oakdale and Myaburt Avenues, Balwyn.

Hinton, Mrs. L. (Ellie Johnson), 72 Denbigh Rd., Armadale.

Hocking, Jeanette, 9 Zetland Rd., Mont Albert.

Hocking, Mrs. W. E. (Winnie Norman), "Yaringa", Boundary Rd., Mt. Eliza.

Hodgson, Mrs. R., 15 Cascade St., North Balwyn.

Hodgson, Sandra, 51 Winton Rd., Ashburton.

Holding, Matron Marjorie, Epworth Hospital, Richmond.

Holland, Moira, Merriwa, Binney St., Euroa.

Hood, Mrs. P. J. (Patricia J. St. John), 11 The Corso, Parkdale.

Hope, Barbara, 58 Bennett Pde., East Kew. Hopkins, Mrs. D. R. (Maree Fankhauser), 6 Gee Court, Nunawading.

Hopkins, Mrs. M. (Marion W. Thompson), Methodist Parsonage, Bordertown, S.A. Horman, Mrs. A. K. (Roma Reseigh), 5 Liston St., Burwood.

Horton, M., "Sherwood", Heatherdale Rd., Vermont.

Horwill, Margaret, 55 Through Rd., Burwood.

Hosking, Mrs. (Merna Hirst), C / o . Commonwealth Bank, Morwell.

Houston, Marjorie, 19 Bamfield St., Sandringham.

Howson, Mrs. K. G. (Betty Gray), 54 Walpole St., Kew. Hughes, Mrs. E. S. R. (Alison Lelean), 24 Somers Ave., Malvern.

Hughes, Gwyn, 791 Glenhuntly Rd., Glenhuntly.

Hughes, Helen, C / o . Margaret J. Tharle, 73 Robinson St., Dandenong.

Humphrey, Gertrude, 19 Stansell St., Hawthorn.

Hunt, Miss M., High Seend, Everest Cres., Olinda.

Hutton, Airdrie, 37 Madeline St., Burwood.

Hutton, Mrs. C. F. (Ena Bee), 37 Madeline St., Burwood.

Hutton, Eril, 37 Madeline St., Burwood.

Inch, Mrs. A. (Anne Orchard), 126 Mt. Dandenong Rd., Ringwood East.

Isaacson, Babette, 185 Orrong Rd., Toorak.

Jack, Mrs. H. J. (Peggy Sprague), 79 Grange Rd., Glenhuntly.

Jackson, Betty, 542 Burke Rd., Camberwell.

Jenkin, Helen, 33 Longview Road, North Balwyn.

Jenkins, Mrs. (Jean Hill), 13 Belgrave Ave., Balwyn.

Jenkins, Mrs. P. S. (Ida Pithie), 4 John St., Blackburn.

Jessup, Gwen, 11 Bringa Ave., Camberwell.

Johnson, Mrs. Maud (Brightie Beckett), 196 Beaconsfleld Pde., Middle Park.

Johnston, Mrs. B. (Elaine Murdoch), 16 Urbahns Cres., Morwell.

Johnstone, Mrs. J. R. S. (Margaret McFarlane), 30

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Kylepark Cres., Uddingston, Lanarkshire, Scotland.

Johnstone, Mrs. L. R., 1 England St., Linwood, Christchurch, N.Z. Jones, Mrs. A. N. (Florence Dixon), 22 Mabel St., Camberwell.

Jones, F. E., C / o . Pharmacy, Base Hospital, Bendigo.

Jones, Helen, 25 Bank St., Traralgon.

Jones, Wilma, Bulman's Lane, Melton.

Judd, Eunice, "Cardiff", Beeac.

Kean, Mrs. A. (Marjorie George), 66 The Corso, Parkdale.

Keith, Alison, "Glenlogie", Elmhurst.

Kellaway, Lucy, 14 Barton St., Surrey Hills.

Keller, Mrs. (Frances Woolhouse), 118 Thompsons Rd., Bulleen.

Kelly, Mrs. J. (W. Lyall), 8 Macquarie Bd., Toorak.

Kelly, Kath., 25 Toward St., Murrumbeena.

Kelly, Mrs. (Marion Henderson), 25 Longview Rd., North Balwyn.

Kenley, Mrs. W. J. (Alison Gedye), 20 Lena Grove, Ringwood.

Kerwin, Mrs. (Elaine Francis), 63 Gardenia St., Blackburn.

Keys, Mrs. A. C. (Ailsa Phillips), 24 Cromwell St., South Yarra.

King, Suzanne, 28 Brixton Rise, Glen Iris.

Kirton, Janet, Council St., Doncaster.

Kirwin, Lynette, Box 215, Merbein.

Knell, Mrs. B. (Barbara Marshman), 40 Winfield Rd., Balwyn.

Knight, Diane, 18 Parkview Rd., Alphington.

Krause, Mrs. J. M. (Elaine Unkenstein), Newman Rd., Mooroolbark.

Kumm, Mrs. K. (Gertrude Cato), 38 Hopetoun Rd., Toorak.

Lacey, Mrs. (Beverley Palmer), 10 Norman St., Mitcham.

Lade, Elizabeth, Koornalla P.O., via Traralgon.

Lade, Elaine, Koornalla P.O., via Traralgon.

Lane, Dr. Mary, 5 Rosslyn St., Hawthorn East.

Langford, Jacqueline, "Bibaringa", Old Eltham Road, Lower Plenty.

Langford, Myra, "Bibaringa", Old Eltham Road, Lower Plenty.

Langstreth, Margaret, 190C Burke Rd., Glen Iris.

Lansbury, Margaret, 6 Munroe Ave., Ashburton.

Laurence, Mrs. (Valerie Mason), 30 Charlton St., Mt. Waverley.

Lazenby, Mrs. D. J. (Barbara Fenton), 20 Schoolhall St., Oakleigh.

Leckie, Mrs. H., 20 Kenilworth St., Lindfield, N.S.W. Lees, Diana, 16 Wilks Ave., Malvern.

Leigh, Dorothy, C / o . Mrs. Williams, 14 Stanhope Grove, Camberwell.

LePage, Mrs. W. (Jill McConnell, 3 Lane St., Blackburn.

Leslie, Mrs. P. R. (Mabel Rowe), "Trevallyn", Yarragon South.

Levecke, Mrs. E. (Margaret Thomson), 23 Bowden St., Castlemaine.

Llewellin, Eve, 1 Woornack Rd., Murrumbeena.

Lidgett, Mrs. D. R. (Dorothy Dugdale), "Chesterfield", Myrniong.

Lidgett, Mrs. L. J. (Ursula Dugdale), "Deloraine", Myrniong.

Lilley, Iris, 85 Forest St., Moorooka, Brisbane, Qld.

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Ling, Amy, 139 High St., Glen Iris.

Linggood, Loloma, Lot 215, Hillview Ave., Mt. Waverley.

Lithgow, Mrs. B. (Norma Fowles), 15 View Hill Rd., Nth. Balwyn.

Little, Mrs. M. B., 136 New St., Brighton.

Lobb, Mrs. G., Woodlands, Romsey.

Lohse, Merryl, 137 Hayes St., Shepparton.

Longmuir, Jillian, 326 Toorak Rd., Burwood.

Lord, Glenys, 196 Union Rd., Surrey Hills.

Loutit, Margaret, 2 Kyora Parade, North Balwyn.

Loutit, Wendy, 2 Kyora Parade, North Balwyn.

Lowther, Mrs. B. W. (Beverley Effiek), 229A Waverley Bd., East Malvern.

Lucas, Mrs. L. (Faye Watt), Lot 17, Laurie Ann St., Lower Templestowe.

Lumley, Mrs. R. B. (Una Harrison), 25 Scott Grove, Glen Iris.

Lyall, Mrs. K. (Edith Wentworth), 58 Argyle Boad, Kew. Lyndon, Lois, 40 Princess St., Traralgon.

Lyons, Mrs. W. E. (Elizabeth McCaghern), 1 Duggan St., North Balwyn.

McAfee, Claire, 25 Yeovil Rd., Burwood.

McCarthy, Mrs. Joyce, (Joyce Warren), 33 Lumeah Bd., Caulfield.

McClelland, Isabel, 7A Kirkoswald Ave., Mosman N.S.W. McColl, Mrs. Margaret, Traralgon.

McColl, Mrs. M. L. (Myrna Marks), 27 Auburn Grove, Auburn.

McColl, Mrs. R. G., "Cairnbrook", Glengarry, Gippsland.

McConnell, Mrs. P., 202 Nepean Highway, Aspendale.

McCorkell, Mrs. B., 26 Reshon Ave., South Blackburn.

McCoy, Mrs. R. (Anne Dufty), 53a South Rd., Brighton.

McCrabb, Mrs. Clyde (Barbara Bassett), Box 23, Shepparton East.

McDonald, Mrs. B., "Auley", Balranald, N.S.W. MacDonald, Jeannette, 2 Mills St., Maffra.

MacDonald, Judith, "Flowerdale", Private Bag, Yarrawonga.

MacDougall, Dorothea, 49 Park Road, Burwood, N.S.W. McFarlane, Mrs. Shirley, Baddaginnie.

McGuinness, Mrs. E. W., "Sea Brook", Nepean Highway, Rosebud.

Mcllroy, Jenny, 77 Albion Rd., Box Hill.

Mclnnes, Margaret, 5 Wilson Grove, Camberwell.

Mclvor, Janet, 10 Chelmsford St., North Balwyn.

McKenzie, Mrs. G. C. (Valerie Bell), "Wambalano", Box 92, Berri, S.A. MacKenzie, Mrs. K. (Isa Campbell), 55 Chadstone Rd., Chadstone.

MacKenzie, Vera, 1 Mountfield Ave., Chadstone.

McKenzie, Jean, 28 Bourne St., Glen Iris.

McKinlay, Mrs. O. F., 21 Halls Parade, Mitcham.

McKinnon, G., 29 Murray Rd., Bentleigh.

McLaughlin, Mrs. R., Ellesmere Road, Rosanna.

MacLean, Joan, "Gomatre", Branxholme.

McLeod, Mrs. E. (Brenda Tozer), 6 The Outpost, Northbridge, N.S.W. McLennan, Jean, 13 Osborne Ave., Glen Iris.

McNaughton, Mrs. B. (Jill Corbett), Carinya, Little River.

McNeil, Elaine, Flat 24 Sheridan Close, 487 St. Kilda Rd., Melbourne.

Mackley, Carole, 61 Dempster Ave., Nth. Balwyn.

Madden, Mrs. A. (Eliza Pope), Strathire St., Batesford, via Geelong.

Magnusson, June, 68 Watt St., Box Hill.

Magnusson, Mrs. N. (nee Graham), 1 Catherine St., Ringwood.

Malkin, Mrs. Madge, 51 Elizabeth St., Malvern.

Manly, Mrs. V. M. (Joan Lade), Korobeit.

Manning, Cath., 26 Jack Rd., Cheltenham.

Manning, Mrs. G. (Margaret Stephen), 6 View Rd., Bayswater.

Marriner, Joan, 64 Murray St., Colac.

Marriott, Glenys, McKinnon Rd., Bentleigh.

Marrow, Mrs. I. (Lorna Archbold), Lorwan, 14 Field St., Hampton.

Marryatt, Heather, 8 Lorrean Ave., East Brighton.

Mars, Ronda, 4 Baker Ave., North Kew. Marshall, Mrs. D. J. (Joan Howie), 8 Grandview Rd., Ashburton.

Marson, Moya, 17 Eglington St., Moonee Ponds.

Martin, Mrs. F. C. (Nancy Wyatt), 511 North Rd., Ormond.

Martin, Mrs. J. (Joyce Fowles), 2 Shepreth St., Surrey Hills.

Martin, Janice, 3 Essex St., Box Hill North.

Mason, Mrs. J. (Nellie Stolz), 5 Main St., Benalla.

Mason, Mrs. A. P. (Janice Nutt), Subiaco Court, Syndal.

Mason, Mrs. Noel (Merle Barclay), 14 Hume St., Wodonga.

Mason, Mrs. R. J. B. (Marjorie Egan), "Mayfield", Nambrok, via Rosedale.

Mather, Mrs. Jean (Jean Robbins), 14 Victoria St., Williamstown.

Matheson, Deidre, 23 Molden St., East Ormond.

Maughan, Barbara, 37 Fellows St., Kew, E.4.

Maughan, Valerie, 37 Fellows St., Kew, E.4.

Maver, Mrs. J. L. (Rita Rosenberg), C / o . State Rivers and Water Supply Commission, Tatura.

May, H., "Girrahween", Pte. Bag 10, Rupanyup.

Mealy, Pearl, 142 Canterbury Rd., Canterbury.

Mellody, Dorothy, 930 Canterbury Rd., Box Hill South.

Merrylees, Mrs. T., Binney St., Euroa.

Mery, Mrs. S. (Shirley Hamon), 199 Whitehorse Rd., Ringwood.

Miles, Mrs. G. (Iduna Sutton), 25 Inverness Way, Balwyn.

Miller, Ann, 18 Alma St., Essendon.

Miller, E. Anne, 22 Coolangatta Rd., Camberwell.

Miller, Mrs. Bessie, 12 Hambledon Rd., Hawthorn.

Miller, Mrs. D. R. (Kathleen Hulme), 10 Bedford St., Box Hill.

Miller, Janet, 45 Studley Park Road, Kew. Miller, Mrs. W. B. (Dorothy Reseigh), 3 Madden Grove, Kew. Missen, Janice, "Violet Banks", Beeac.

Mitchell, Mrs. H. G. (Peggy Else), Illawong, Ithaca Road, Frankston.

Moore, Mrs. S. (Ivy Berryman), 202 Grange Rd., Glenhuntly.

Mott, Margaret, 304 Lower Heidelberg Rd., East Ivanhoe.

Moyes, Mrs. D. (Gwennyth Thomson), 174 Springvale Rd., Glen Waverley.

Moyes, Mrs. J. L.(Elsie Dugdale), C / o . Commercial Bank of Aust., Victoria Park, W.A. Muir, Mrs. M. (Betty Knuckey), 9 Boston Rd., Balwyn.

Muller, Mrs. (Lynette Jacobson), 105 Finch St., East Malvern.

THE OLD COLLEGIAN Murdoch, June, 1 Kent Ave., Elwood.

Murray, Mrs. Noelle (Noelle Calderwood), 130 Melbourne Rd., North Williamstown.

Nance, Dorothy, 112 Toorak Rd., Camberwell.

Nail, Mrs. K. S. (Marjorie Thomas), 88 Prospect Rd., Newtown, Geelong.

Navin, Mrs. N. E. (Nona Turton), Harbour Island, Bahamas.

Neil, A., 83 Manningtree Road, Hawthorn.

Newnham, Mrs. A. L. (Shirley Walker), 14 Harrison St., Mitcham.

Nicholls, Beverley, 3 Birdwood St., East Kew. Nichols, Mrs. J. (Pamela Weber), 10 Embling Rd., Malvern.

Nicol, Mrs. V. L. (Vera Loft), 50 Leopold St., South Yarra.

Nisbet, Mrs. K., 20 Howitt St., Glen Iris.

Nixon, Erna, "Killeneen," Corowa, N.S.W. Nixon Heather, "Killeneen", Corowa, N.S.W. Norman, Mrs. J. W., Macks Creek, via Traralgon.

Nye, Mrs. (Ruth Farren Price), 14 Bickleigh S.t., Glen Iris.

Oakes, Helen, 1 Palmer St., Oakleigh.

Oakley, Mrs. K. (Molly McKinstray), 22 Berkeley St., Huntingdale.

O'Connor, Mrs. H. L. (Hettie Gibbs), 55 Holyrood St., Hampton.

Odgers, Mrs. H. (D. Grainger), 154 Old South Head Rd., Vaucluse, N.S.W. O'Grady, Alison, 4 Moira St., East Malvern.

O'Neil, Mrs. G. C. (Glynette Richardson), 118 Burke Road, East Malvern.

Only, Mrs. K. (Kathleen Reseigh), Kathlyn, Blair St., Donald.

Ord, Yvonne, 238 Woodland St., Strathmore.

Osborn, Mrs. E. (Lorna Grierson), Theological Hall, Queen's College, University of Melbourne, Carlton.

Owen, Margaret, Gunnar, Sask, Canada.

Packer, Mrs. C. (Golda Cocks), Hope Valley, S.A. Painter, Mrs. (Gwenda Jenkins), 8 Kerford Rd., Glen Iris.

Painter, Beverley, 18 Bancroft St., Bendigo.

Palfrevman, Helen, 603 Burke Rd., Camberwell.

Palmer, Mrs. E. W. (Lorraine Kowarzik), "Tara", Howlong Rd., Barnawartha.

Palmer, Winifred, 5 Walker St., Balwyn.

Parkes, Robin, 7 Floriston Rd., Boronia.

Parkes, Wendy, "Hawera", Floriston Rd., Roronia.

Parrett, Mrs. R. (Joan Green), 23 Manor St., Middle Brighton.

Parson, Lesley, Box 30, Warracknabeal.

Patch, Margaret, 6 Fordham Ave., Camberwell.

Patten, Mary, 6 Thanet St., Malvern.

Paterson, Mrs. A. (Joyce Bottomer), P. O., Upper Beaconsfield.

Paul, Mrs. J. (Merle Riches), 5 Nerida Place, Moonah, Tas. Pawsey, Mrs. C. J. K. (Margaret Maddock), 364 Belmore Rd., Nth. Box Hill.

Peddle, Nola, 40 Belgrave Rd., East Malvern.

Pederick, Mrs. F. (Mary MacKenzie), C / o . Ft. Lt. F. Pederick, Officers Mess, R.A.A.F. Amberley, Qld. Pennell, Jessica, 453 New St., Elwood.

Pearson, Diana, 357 Lower Heidelberg Road, East Ivanhoe.

Pepper, Mrs. R. E. (Jenny McConchie), P.O. Gruyere, via Coldstream.

Pescott, Mrs. J. \1. (Joan Luke), "Ashburton House", 2 Hillcrest Rd., Glen Iris.

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Petfield, Joy, Cnr. Clifford St. and Springvale Rd., Glen Waverley.

Pettigrew, Fay, Box 37, P.O. Yallourn.

Pettigrew, Marjory, Box 37, Yallourn.

Phillips, Anne, 6 Craigrossie Ave., Coburg.

Phillips, Beryl, 7 Parkside Ave., Balwyn.

Phillips, Mrs. P. A. (Pamela Humphrey), "Skagway", Brighton St., Frankston.

Pierce, Mrs. S. (Margery Nicholas), 7 Trawalla Ave., Toorak.

Pigdon, Mrs. O. (Barbara Ward), 131 The Terrace, Ocean Grove.

Pike, Helen, 9 McNicol St., Camperdown.

Plant, Margaret, 90 River St., Newport.

Pond, Jenny, 633 Whitehorse Rd., Mont Albert.

Porter, Mrs. (Una B. Cato), 8 Kent Rd., Surrey Hills.

Porter, Mrs. R. J. (Beryl Whittaker), 1022 Burke Rd., Balwyn.

Powell, Mrs. B. (Olive G. Perry), "Aldersyde", Villiers St., Port Fairy.

Probert, Janice, 24 Main St., Blackburn.

Price, Mrs. R. Farren (Robyn Wright), 16 Laver St., Kew. Punnett, Mrs. R. S. (Hazel Davies), "Hopeville", Brawlin, Cootamundra, N.S.W. Purves, Helen, 190 Tucker Rd., Bentleigh.

Purvis, Mrs. J. (E. Pizzey), 5 Glenroy Rd., Hawthorn.

Quick, D., Pte. Bag 60, Warracknabeal.

Quick, Mrs. (Shirley Marshman), Pte. Bag, Brim.

Rademacker, Julie, 14 Tanner Ave., North Kew. Radford, Bertha, 7 Bowen St., Warragul.

Ramsay, Mrs. R. (Elma Martyn), Wells St., Katoomba, N.S.W. Rashleigh, N., 87 Glen Iris Rd., Glen Iris.

Read, Olive, 23 Grant St., Colae.

Redmond, Mrs. J. (Hilda Ball), 14 Abbott St., Sandringham.

Reed, Mrs. C. R. (Edna L. Pearce), 5 Premier Ave., Mitcham.

Reed, Norma, 64 Esplanade, Maribyrnong.

Rees, Margaret, "Kiria", Glencoe East, via Mt. Gambier, S.A. Reilly, Mrs. P. A. (Patience Cornall), 360 Glen Eira Rd., Caulfield.

Renkin, Wendy, 54 Main St., Blackburn.

Rennie, Mrs. G. A. (Marion Fenton), "Glenara", North Harcourt.

Reusch, Judith, 73 Bulleen Rd., North Balwyn.

Richards, Judith, 4 Somerville Rd., Yarraville.

Richards, Judith, 307 Keilor Rd., North Essendon.

Ricketson, Mrs. S. (Edna Holmes), 15 Adeney Ave., East Kew. Ritchie, Heather, 21 Elaroo Ave., Hartwell.

Riviere, Mrs. D. (June Pettigrew), 45 Winifred St., Morwell.

Roberts, Mrs. D. Mc. (Marjory Brown), 58 Turner Rd., Highett.

Roberts, Mrs. I. (Beverley Hamon), 3 Milford St., East Bentleigh.

Roberts, Jean, 32 Balmoral Cres., Mont Albert.

Roberts, Joy, 16 Chatsworth Ave., Brighton.

Robertson, Mrs. I. M. (Gwen Triplett), 21 Rennison St., Mordialloc.

Robinson, Inez, 24 Dawes St., Kyabram.

Robinson, Mrs. M. J. (Ivy Evans), 18 King St., East Ivanhoe.

Rogers, Beryl, Flat 1, 96 Beach Rd., Sandringham.

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Rollins, Mrs. B. R. (Shirley Michael), C / o . 493 Elgar Rd., Mont Albert.

Rolls, Mrs. J. (Nancy Wilson), 9 Stud Rd., Dandenong.

Roper, Mrs. A. E. (Joan Hanson), 272 The Avenue, Parkville.

Rosengarten, Pauline, 56 Balaclava Rd., East St. Kilda.

Rosenthal, Margaret, 4 Bentley St., Forestville, N.S.W. Ross, Ailsa, 24 Highgate Rd., Ashburton.

Ross, Mrs. G. D. (Ethel Henty), 10 Agnes Ave., North Balwyn.

Ross, M. J., 24 Highgate Grove, Ashburton.

Rowe, Grace M., 69 Buckley St., Essendon.

Rowe, Mary, "Hall Green", 59 Montague St., New Norfolk, Tas. Rudin, Josephine, 491 Kooyong Rd., Elsternwick.

Rumbold, Mrs. W. C. (Audrey Stone), "Sunnyvue", Private Bag 12, Boort.

Rumpf, Mrs. B. (Elaine Palmer), 53 Doynton Pde., Mt. Waverley.

Rumpf, Margot, 32 Sylvander St., North Balwyn.

Rush, Mrs. G. (Lloys McNair), Commercial Bank, Orbost.

Russell, Mrs. (Glenda McMillan), 3 Orrell Court, Mt. Waverley.

Russell, Mrs. G. (Edna Stock), 32 Station St., Burwood.

Ryan, Mrs. P. (Patricia Glen), Millewa Station, via Renmark. S.A. Salau, Mrs. W. (Marie Watts), Carawatha, Balranald, N.S.W. Salt, Jennifer, 34 Broughton Rd., Surrey Hills.

Sambell, Mrs. A. K. T. (Ruth Thompson), 1 Fosbery Ave., North Caulfield.

Sandlands, Mrs. K., 7 Jetty Road, Brighton, S.A. Sandner, Julie, Flat 6, Julian, 490 Toorak Rd., Toorak.

Saunders, Mavis, 49 Renwick St., Glen Iris.

Savige, Mrs. J. Russell (Shirley Goller), Bindarring, Moe. Schmidt, Valerie, 31 Taurus St., North Balwyn.

Scholes, Elsie, 49 The Esplanade, Drumcondra, Geelong.

Scott, Mrs. D. (Shirley Munro), 237 Belmore Rd., Balwyn.

Scott, Mrs. K. W. (Anne Simpson), 8 Broughton Rd., Surrey Hills.

Seamons, Claire, 50 Westbrook St., East Kew. Secomb, Mrs. (Janet Wood), Mission House, Neiafu, Varan, Tonga.

Selby, Josephine, 14 Montana St., Burwood.

Shattock, Lorraine, 3 Aroha Cres., Camberwell.

Shea, Pat, 18 Belgrave Rd., East Malvern.

Shellard, Mrs. I. (Lois Hocking), 5 Oak Cres., Caulfield.

Sherlock, Elizabeth, 33 Denman Ave., Glen Iris.

Siemering, Barbara, 4 Emily St., Seymour.

Simpson, Faye, Flat 11, 55 Toorak Rd., Toorak.

Sinclair, Mrs. R. H. (Jean Griffiths), Oliver Rd., Templestowe.

Skeen, Sandra, 369 High St. Road, Mt. Waverley.

Skinner, Judy, Hume Highway, Balmattum East, via Euroa.

Slade, Lesley, Box 23, Tongala.

Smith, Mrs. (Hilary Dunn), 154 Power St., Hawthorn.

Smith, Mrs. J. R. (Dulcie Croft), 1 Bellavista Rd., Glen Iris.

Smith, Mrs. K. (Joan Clifford), 184 Kent Road, Hamilton.

Smith, Mrs. L. P. (Stella Robinson), 41 Aroona Rd., North Caulfield.

Smith, Marion, 57 Westbrook St., East Kew. Snow, Mrs. R. (Rosslyn Williams), 81 Earl St., Kew. Sollas, Vera, 1 Trawalla Ave., Toorak.

Sonnerfeld, Enid, 11 Brook St., Hawthorn.

Speedy, Mrs. G. W. 2 Beech St., Surrey Hills.

Stafford, Helen, 36 Fairview Ave., Burwood.

Stahle, Dr. Irene, 573 High St., Kew. Stahel, Mrs. P. (R. Wilson), Flat 1, Retford Hall, 75 Fitzwilliam St., Vaucluse, N.S.W. Stainsby, Bronwyn, 96 Bowen St., Warragul.

Stainsby, Heather, 96 Bowen St., Warragul.

Stannard, Yvonne, 218 Whitehorse Rd., Blackburn.

Stephens, Merle, 120 Bowen Terrace, New Farm, Qld. Stephen, Mrs. L. V. (Dora Cato), 8 Ledbury Court, Toorak.

Stephens, Linda, 22 Mananne Way, Mt. Waverley.

Stephens, Judith, 9 Miller St., Glenhuntly.

Stewart, Beverley, Flat 2, 11 Lennox St., Hawthorn.

Stinton, Mrs. W. G. (Gwen Wallis), Callarendabri, Queenscliff Rd., Leopold.

Stone, Louise, 47 Wallis Ave., Ivanhoe.

Stone, Mrs. M. A. (Gwen Morris), 47 Wallis Ave., East Ivanhoe.

Storey, Mrs. (Cecile Benjamin), 11 Norfolk Rd., Surrey Hills.

Straffon, Mrs. W. G. E. (Pamela Easterbrook), 28 Frater St., East Kew. Strain, Jessie, 147 Separation St., Northcote.

Sutherland, Mrs. G. (Eve Hall), 54 New St., Brighton.

Swyer, Ina, 39 Rennie St., Coburg.

Syle, Mrs. I. M. (Margaret Morrison), 67 Burke Rd. North, East Ivanhoe.

Sylvester, Mrs. P. J. (E. Ingham), 14 Reid St., Balwyn.

Synman, Judith, 5 Orrong Rd., Caulfield.

Tamblyn, Mrs. S. W. (Wilma Liebert), 33 Sherwood Rd., Mt. Waverley.

Tame, Nance, 25 Broomfield Ave., Alphington.

Tammesild, Mrs. L. (Valerie Webb), 19 Gordon St., Beaumaris.

Tapner, Mrs. C. P. (Jean Vaughan), 12 Black St., Mont Albert.

Tapner, Dorothy, 12 Black St., Mont Albert.

Taylor, Mrs. B. (Betty Crean), 307 Nepean Highway, Edithvale.

Taylor, Mrs. B. S. (Janet Miller), 3 Walker R<1., Mt. Waverley.

Taylor, Mary, Flat 9, 2A Dumaresq Rd., Rose Bay, N.S.W. Taylour, Mrs. C. E. (P. McBride), 128 Burnside Rd., Erindale, S.A. Terrell, Betty, 24 Seymour Ave., Armadale.

Terry, Mrs. (Margaret Trathan), 27 Waimarie Drive, Mt. Waverley.

Tharle, Margaret, 73 Robinson St., Dandenong.

Tharle, Marjorie, 73 Robinson St., Dandenong.

Thomas, Helen, 55 Beaver St., East Malvern.

Thompson, Mrs. L. M. (Grace Waitt), 153 Blackburn Rd., Blackburn.

Thompson, Ngaire, 14 Coleman Ave., Kew. Thompson, Mrs. W. M. (Joyce Clark), 15 Boston Ave., East Malvern.

Thot, Mrs. K. (Dorothy Stocks), 3033 Dumas St., San Diego, California, U.S.A. Thwaites, Anne, 3 Malvern Ave., Glen Iris.

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Wilkinson, Mrs. D. (Linda Hamon), "Lochanside", Tilley, Mrs. E. (Margaret Donaldson), 10 Tudor Waaia.

Court, North Balwyn.

Wilkinson, Pat., C / o . Methodist Ladies' College, Tocknell, Mrs. W. F. (Viva Parker), Flat 11, 126 Barker's Rd., Kew. Wattle Valley Rd., Camberwell.

Wilkinson, Mrs. S. (Ruth Laycock), 6 Reid St., Tomlinson, Ann, 1242 Glenhuntly Rd., GlenBalwyn. huntly.

Williams, Carol, 8 St. Johns Parade, Kew. Tonkin, Mrs. E. C. (Gladys Stone), 646 WhiteWilliams, Mrs. E. L. (Elva M. Williams), 81 Earl horse Rd., Mont Albert.

St., Kew. Torode, Mrs. K. (Dorothy Pollock), 9 Hamilton Williams, Faye, 8 St. Johns Parade, Kew. St., Colac.

Williams, Gail, 4 Godfrey Court, Surrey Hills.

Tozer, Mrs. G. (Anita Nielson), "Glen Loeman", Williams, Mrs. J. (Ethel Laycock), 13 Lome Bulla.

Grove, Camberwell.

Trahair, N., 74 Moreland Rd., W., Brunswick.

Williams, Mrs. J. F., 33 Parlington St., CanterTravis, Mrs. G. (Peg Shaw), 42 North Ave., Moorbury. abbin.

Williams, Mrs. K. O. (Betty Matthews), The Trevare, Mrs. R. J. (Pat Holt), 153 Balwyn Rd., Manse, Alexandra.

Balwyn.

Williams, Mrs. K. T. (Roma Lemke), 6 Laurel Twycross, Mrs. T. L. (Violet Woolcock), 7 MadGrove, Blackburn. den Grove, Kew. Williams, Mrs. L. (Margaret Bickford), 26 CharUhl, Jeanette, 1 Gwenda Ave., Blackburn. lotte St., Glen Waverley.

Vaux, Mrs. D. (Margaret Mitchell), 14 James Williams, Margaret, 43 Gordon St., Balwyn.

Ave., Highett.

Williams, Rosemary, State Savings Bank, KorumWait, Mary, 24 Belson St., East Malvern. burra.

Walker, Mrs. C. (Lorna Stevens), 59 Rochester Wilson, Jeanne, 307 Riversdale Rd., Camberwell.

Rd., Balwyn.

Wilson, Mrs. K. (Rae Killmier), Coniston St., DiaWalker, Mrs. R. (Dorothy Price), 12 Jeffrey St., mond Creek.

Bentleigh.

Wilson, Mary, "Ruglen", Darraweit Guim, via Walklate, Lois E., Nursing Station, Cross Lake, Wallan.

Manitoba, Canada.

Wood, Blanche, 7 Lascelles Ave., Toorak.

Walklate, Mrs. V. E. (Myra Corney), Beleura Hill Wood, Mrs. T. H. (Gertrude Osborne), Flat 3, Rd., Mornington.

69 St. Andrew's St., Brighton.

Wallace, Mrs. J. P. (Edith Norman), Boolarong Woodbridge, Mrs. G. (Ruth Derrick), 30 Verbena Estate, Dromana.

St., Mordialloc.

Waller, Mrs. E. L. (Elva Marriott), 94 Jasper Rd., Woodford, Mrs. L. (Lynette Unkenstein), 37 BirdBentleigh. wood St., Box Hill.

Walter, Joan, 53 Mary St., Hawthorn.

Worner, Ruth, 189 Croudace St., New Lambton, Ward, Claudia, 22 Mt. Ida St., Hawthorn East.

Newcastle, N.S.W. Ward, G., 35 Hood St., North Balwyn.

Yates, Elizabeth, 18 Erskine St., Armadale.

Wardle, Yvonne, Box 52 P.O., Brim.

Yeo, Mrs. A. W. (Joy Morris), Zolarah, Leeton, Warry, Mrs. J. P. (Doreen Lancaster), "GooraN.S.W. gooma", 16 Kallaroo Rd., Block 4, Fyshwiek, Young, I. Dawn, 317 Glenferrie Rd., Hawthorn.

Canberra, A.C.T. Young, Mrs. J. (E. Morgan), 15 Crowther Ave., Waters, Mrs. C. (Gwen Savige), 9 Goldthorn's Greenwich, N.S.W. Ave., Kew. Zainu'Dhin, Mrs. (Ailsa Thomson), 28A Tooronga Watters, Rosemary, 2 Goodall St., Hawthorn.

Rd., Hawthorn.

Watts, Estelle, Carawatha, Balranald, N.S.W. Watts, Vera, Carawatha, Balranald, N.S.W. Webb, Mrs. J. C. Farrin (Florence Hughes), Flat ANNUAL MEMBERS 6, 176 Walsh St., South Yarra.

Abbott, Judith, 1 Renwick St., Glen Iris.

Webb, Joy, 30 St. Kinnord St., Essendon.

Alberto, Mrs. A. (Queenie Howell), Flat 3, 45 Webber, Mrs. M. J. (Helena Heath), Wandin Mary St., Hawthorn.

North.

Alley, Mrs. A., 9 Oakdale Ave., Balwyn.

Weber, Mrs. B. (Mary White), 17 Wimba Ave., Andrews, Mrs. R. S., 1499 High St., Glen Iris.

East Kew. Angus, Pamela, 290 Riversdale Rd., Camberwell.

Weber, Caroline, 17 Wimba Ave., East Kew. Armstrong Carol, Inverell, Strathbogie, via Euroa.

Weetman, Joan, 22 Tower St., Mont Albert.

Ashman, Diane, 5 Denham St., Eaglehawk.

Wells, Lenis, C / o . Nurses Home, Queen ElizaAshton, Shirley, E., 8 The Esplanade, Fairfield. beth Hospital, Woodville, S.A. Welsford, Mrs. B. J. (Betty Munro), 16 Ferdinand Atkins, Mrs. G., 137 Doncaster Road, North Balwyn.

St., North Balwyn.

Atkinson, Fay, 13 Lockhart St., Camberwell.

Westcott, Lynette, Forests Commission, Kallista.

Austen, Mrs. A., (Ida Minto), 15 Peverill St., Westcott, Lorraine, Forests Commission, Kallista.

Balwyn.

White, Mrs. D. E., Gisborne.

Balaam, Elizabeth, 17 Kenley Court, Toorak.

White, Helen, 204 Church St., Middle Brighton.

Barclay, Glennis, Box 63, Heywood.

White, Janet, 877 Station St., Box Hill.

Baron, Susan, 596 St. Kilda Road, Melbourne.

White, Jeanette, Reynella Park, Tinamba West.

White, Laura, 2 Grange Ave., Canterbury.

Basset, Karina, "Ben Cairn", Donald.

White, Mrs. R. N. (Sayde Reynolds), 204 Church Beattie, Diana, 32 Northcote Avenue, North Caulfield.

St., Middle Brighton.

Beaty, Bessie, 52 Glass St., Essendon.

Whykes, Mrs. W. E. (Violet Wood), 573 InkerBeckett, Joan, Tovanakas Avenue, Bentleigh. man Rd., Caulfield.

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Beckett, Joan L., 21 Baker Pde., Ashburton.

Beech, Elaine, 36 Levien St., Essendon.

Beecham, Wendy, 43 Warnes Road, Mitcham.

Beenie, Le, 302 Balwyn Rd., North Balwyn.

Bell, Mrs. E. S. (Fanny Smith), 1 Merchiston Grove, Strathmore.

Bendall, Lois, 41 Croydon Rd., Surrey Hills.

Blackburn, Mrs. W. C. H. (Vera Lockwood), Majestic Hotel, St. Kilda.

Blair, Wendy, Charles St., Mooroolbark.

Blarney, Heather, 28 Baker Parade, Ashburton.

Bloom, Mrs. D. V. (nee Clarke), 21 Panoramic Road, North Balwyn.

Bolwell, Joan, 36 Carlsberg Rd., Heidelberg.

Bond, Carolyn, "Akoonah", Driffield, via Morwell.

Bouchier, Joyce E., Kyrunda, Deniliquin, N.S.W. Boyd, Leonie, 65 Hartington St., Kew. Bovd, Lynette, 65 Hartington St., Kew. Boyle, Doris, Barraport.

Boyle, Janice, Barraport, P.O. Brack, Elizabeth, 237 Dorset Road, Croydon.

Bradbury, R., 9 Clitheroe Court, Burwood.

Brady, Jocelyn, 68 Florizel St., Burwood.

Brendel, Janene, 274 Pascoe Vale Rd., Essendon.

Brereton, Elida, 4 Kelvin Grove, Ashburton.

Brewer, Carol, 15 Alwyn St., Mitcham.

Brien, Carole, 72 Fordham Ave., Camberwell.

Briggs, Judith, 45 Osborne Ave., Glen Iris.

Brimacombe, Mrs. G. D., 8 Oxford St., Box Hill.

Broadbent, Gaye, 368 Rossiter's Rd., Koo-WeeRup. Brooking, Mrs. R. (Joan Smith), 38 Maling Rd., Canterbury.

Brown, Beverley, 16 Marshall St., Ivanhoe.

Brown, Lynette, 8 Fairview Ave., Burwood.

Brown, Margaret, Commercial St., Willaura.

Brunier, May, 1 Farmer St., Brighton East.

Buick, Mrs. J., 70 Victoria St., Sandringham.

Bull, Mrs. C. (Mary Harcourt), 1774 Malvern Rd., East Malvern.

Bull, Glenys, 165 Riversdale Rd. Camberwell.

Burwood, Mrs. P. 17 Victoria St., Brighton.

Butler, Norma, 474 South Rd., Moorabbin.

Byriell, Johanne, 3 Findon Cres., Kew. Carland, Laraine, 53 Kent St., Warragul.

Carroll, Sue, "Jeanart", 16 Monbulk Rd., Belgrave.

Champion, Valerie, Spring Rd., Springvale.

Chegwin, Mrs. (Dorothy Mann), 5 Muriel St., Burwood.

Chenhall, Helen, 804 Canterbury Rd., Box Hill South.

Chenhall, Merilyn, 804 Canterbury Rd., Box Hill South.

Clark, Helen, 15A Winbourne Rd., Waverley.

Clarke, Margaret, 14 Beauty Ave., Mt. Beauty.

Clarke, Vivienne S., 61 Station St., Fairfield.

Cock, Rosslyn, 1 Tormey St., North Balwyn.

Cockrem, Judith, 26 Main St., Blackburn.

Coldrey, Dawn, 36 Bath Rd., Burwood.

Coldwell, Pat, "Strathvale", Berrigan, N.S.W. Collins, Beverley, 53 Shepparton Ave., Carnegie.

Collins, Glenys, Presbyterian Babies Home, 19 Canterbury Rd., Camberwell.

Connor, Jennifer, 80 Stamford Hill, Bacchus Marsh.

Conochie, Helen, 4 Vauxhall Rd., Balwyn.

Cooper, Kay, 18 Metung St., Balwyn.

Copeland, Rosilyn, 6 Kingsley Grove, North Kew. Costello, Anita, 65 Corhampton Rd., Nth. Balwyn.

Course, Margaret, "Urara", Park Rd., Mitcham.

Cutts, Valerie, 16 Brucd St., Chadstone.

Dahl, Suzanne, 11 Fowler St., Box Hill.

Dane, Robin, 7 Kinkora Rd., Hawthorn.

Darling, Mrs. K. S. (Rosemary MacLeod), 12 Meller Cres., Mt. Waverley.

Davies, Suzanne, 23 Grandview Grove, Carnegie.

Davies, J., 333 Main St., Bairnsdale.

Davies, Wanda, 13 Banool Ave., Kew. Davies, Mrs. M. (Noela Pearce), 4 Beach Grove, Mornington.

Day, Barbara, 379 Burwood Rd., Burwood.

Day, K., 29 Yeovil Rd., Burwood.

Dean, Mrs. A. H. (Dorothy Palmer), Kithbrook, via Euroa.

Deague, Marlene, 6 Aird St., Camberwell.

Dean, Helen, 192 Douglas Pde., Newport.

Denehy, Mrs. L. (Lydia Duncan), 33 Sunray Ave., Cheltenham.

Desborough, Mrs. J., Nareen Station, Nareen.

Dickson, Thalia, Rural Delivery, Kyvalley.

Ditterich, Helen, C / o . Mrs. W. Russell, 1495 High St., Glen Iris.

Doling, Mrs. R. B. (nee Clark), 31 Douglass St., Rosanna.

Douglas, Gail, Landsborough Ave., Scarborough, Qld. Downes, R., 60 Burke Rd. Nth., East Ivanhoe.

Driver, Valerie, C / o . "Chalmers Hall", 38 Parliament Place, East Melbourne.

Dufty, Mrs. F. (Faith Willard), 64 Linacre Rd., Hampton.

Duke, Barbara, 64 Albion Rd., Box Hill.

Dunkin, Margaret, 38 Churchill St., Mont Albert.

Dunn, Margaret, 24 Christowel St., Camberwell.

Egan, Rosalyn, "Tadji", Mt. Egerton.

Elliot, Mrs. C. (Elsie Thomson), "Kelso", Barina Cres., Croydon.

Elliot, Mona, "Lansellstow", 60 Barkly Place, Bendigo.

Evans, Judith, Alice St., Croydon.

Ferguson, Margaret, "Murrumbillah", Private Bag, Tatura.

Fisher, Elayne, 312 Springvale Road, Forest Hill.

Fisher, Kay, 28 Barbara St., Moorabbin.

Flewellen, Mrs. F. (lima Fowler), 7 Bickleigh St., Glen Iris.

Fookes, Mrs. M. (nee Shepherd), 140 Whitehorse Rd., Balwyn.

Fouvy, Mrs. L. (Valda Vaughan), 241 Cotham Rd., Kew. Fredrick, Mrs. (Moyna Dimond), 3 Howard St., Kew. Fredrick, J., 3 Howard St., Kew. Freer, Robyn, 6 Alexander St., Mitcham.

Frith, Mrs. J. (Nanette Smale), 35 Walpole St., Kew. Fulton, Heather, 32 Finch St., East Malvern.

Furneaux, Suzanne, 8 Foch St., Ormond.

Gairns, Diane, 40 Hardwicke St., Balwyn.

Gardner, Merryn, 3 Shepherd St., Surrey Hills.

Gast, Mrs. A. J. (Adele Segal), 18 Carrington St., North Balwyn.

Gault, Madge, 343 Glenferrie Rd., Malvern.

Gaunt, Macyll, Webbs Road, Somerville.

George, Diana, 23 Bennett Pde., East Kew. Gess, Valerie, 19 Madden St., North Balwyn.

Gillies, Mrs. J. C. (Gwen Thompson), 96 Willis St., Hampton.

Goulding, Elizabeth, 2 Burston St., Brighton Beach.

Gray, Anne, 71 The Eyrie, Eaglemont.

Gray, Elizabeth. Buchanan Ave., North Balwyn.

THE OLD COLLEGIAN Green, Dorothy, "Pineholme", Roadside Delivery, Tallygaroopna.

Green, Mrs. G. D. (Isobel Moss), "Pineholme", Roadside Delivery, Tallygaroopna.

Grieve, Mrs. G., 9 Serpentine St., Mont Albert.

Haack, Glenys, 20 King St., East Ivanhoe.

Hales, Mrs. R. C. (Grace Waite), 169 Wattletree Rd., Malvern.

Hall, Mrs. A., 131 Maude St., North Balwyn.

Hall, Elizabeth, 8 Fellows St., Hughesdale.

Hamilton, Betty, 3 Iramoo St., Balwyn.

Hammon, Louise, Boomahnoomoonah, via Tungamah.

Hancock, Mrs. D. (Dorothy Bennett), 8 Lofty Ave., Camberwell.

Harding, Gaynor, 29 Blandford St., West Heidelberg.

Hargreaves, Dianne, 1 Lower Plenty Road, Lower Plenty.

Harris, Jennifer, University Women's College, Parkville.

Heath, Lorraine, 140 Bedford Rd., Heathmont.

Hendel, Emily, 292 Orrong Rd., Caulfield.

Heseltine, S., 19 Main Rd., Lower Plenty.

Hicks, Margaret, 55 Melbourne Road, Williamstown.

Higgs, Elaine, Westernport Road, Lang Lang.

Hill, Mrs. K. (Margaret Hale), 64 Dunloe Ave., Mont Albert North.

Hill, Winsome, 4 Malabar Rd., Blackburn.

Hoadley, Sandra, 24 Winbourne Rd., Mt. Waverley.

Hodgins, L., 14 Service Rd., Blackburn.

Holm, Valerie, C / o . High School, Yarram.

Holt, Wendy, 28 Grant St., Bacchus Marsh.

Hopkins, Susan, 3 Lomond St., Glen Iris.

Holzer, Adrienne, 32 Great Valley Rd., Glen Iris.

Howlett, Lesley, 421 Lower Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg.

Hunkin, Meredith, Janet Clarke Hall, University, Melbourne.

Hutchinson, Elwyn, 7 Bonview Rd., Malvern.

Isam, Margaret, 48 Longview Rd., North Balwyn.

Jackson, Mrs. B. (Kath Vimpani), 12 Glen Ave., Croydon.

Jelbart, Dawn, "Stoney Park East", Jindera, N.S.W. Jelbart, Jean, "Holyrood", Burrumbuttock, N.S.W. Jelbart, June, "Rainbow", Pleasant Hills, N.S.W. Jellis, Janis, 26 Mountain View Rd., Nth. Balwyn.

Jones, Bronwyn, 24 Tollington Ave., East Malvern.

Jones, Sue, 79 Harcourt St., East Hawthorn.

Kayser, Lynne, 63 Wellington St., Kew. Kee, Diane, 8 Westley St., Hawthorn East.

Keegel, Deloraine, 110 Kangaroo Rd., Oakleigh.

Kellaway, Heather, 12 Glen Iris Rd., Camberwell.

Kelt, Isabella, 4 Merville Ave., East Malvern.

Kennedy, Mrs., 328 Barker's Rd., Hawthorn.

Kennett, Sue, 199 Glen Iris Rd., Glen Iris.

Kerr, Dorothy, "Polperro", Falls Rd., Kalorama.

Kerr, Valerie, 48 Wentworth Ave., Canterbury.

Kershaw, Mrs. A., 1 Kinmail Ave., Caulfield.

King, Mrs. K., Brixton Rise, Glen Iris.

Kitchen, Judith, 23 Lyndhurst Cres., Hawthorn.

Knight, Shirley, 69 Bellevue Ave., Rosanna.

Kubeil, Esma, Carinya, Kanumbra.

Lancaster, Mavis, 50 Princess St., Kew. Landells, A., Shaw St., Moama, N.S.W.

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Lansbury, Mrs. K., (Kathleen Walduck), 6 Munro Ave., Ashburton.

Larkins, Gayel, 73 Baker Pde., Ashburton.

Lavers, Rosemary, C / o . Nurses Home, Base Hospital, Ballarat.

Lawrence, Christine, Box 163, Benalla.

Lawrence, Nancy, 5 Kaarumba Grove, Balwyn.

Leathern, Margaret, 4 Payne St., Surrey Hills.

Lee, Judy, 39 Flowerdale Rd., Glen Iris.

Lee, Mrs. N. W . (Joyce Evans), 5 Morrison St., Hawthorn.

Leggo, Elizabeth, 53 Hedderick St., Essendon.

LeLievre, Lynette, 3 Norwood Ave., Taroona, Hobart, Tas. Lester, Helen, 6 Amelia St., McKinnon.

Looney, Catherine, 1530 High St., Glen Iris.

Lovell, R. A., 102 Mt. Pleasant Road, Nunawading.

McCann, Marilyn, 16 Albion Rd., Glen Iris.

McCasker, Pam, 18 Ursa St., North Balwyn.

McCuIley, Glenice, 19 Hillcrest Rd., Glen Iris.

McDonald, Judith, 12 Twyford St., Box Hill North.

McHutchinson, Margaret, 103 Patterson Rd., Moorabbin.

McKay, Audrey, 6 Riversdale Rd., Hawthorn.

McKay, Lillian, 6 Riversdale Rd., Hawthorn.

Mackay, Lorraine, 17 Longview Rd., Nth Balwyn.

MacKenzie, Jeanette, 8 Staughton Rd., Glen Iris.

McLean, Mrs. M. (Elizabeth Webster), 801A Dana St., Ballarat.

McLeish, Elaine, 5 Irymple Ave., Glen Iris.

McQueen, Airlie, 1 Ferdinand Ave., Nth. Balwyn.

McQueen, Helen, C / o . Miss Shirley Knight, 69 Bellevue Ave., Rosanna.

Maddern, Mrs. R. (Alicia Allen), Kaniva South.

Madison, Mrs. (Betty Walduck), 13 Johnston St., Ashburton.

Mannemann, Sue, 72 Wadham Parade, Mt. Waverley.

Manson, L., 82 Rowell Ave., Camberwell.

Marcroft, Julia, Anderson's Creek Rd., East D o n caster.

Mason, Kay, "Tulloch", Mickleham.

Matkovich, Linda, 9 Clifford St., Warragul.

Mauger, Christine, 32 Edmonds Ave., Ashburton.

May, Larraine, 8 Allister St., North Fitzroy.

May, Carol, 8 Allister St., North Fitzroy.

Mellor, Annette, 7 York Ave., East Ivanhoe.

Mills, Jennie, 13A Merlyn St., Merlynston.

Mitchell, Lesley, 1 Bow Crescent, East Camberwell.

Morris, Norma, 6 Roberts St., Essendon.

Morrison, Margaret, 39 Yorke Ave., East Ivanhoe.

Morriss, Margaret, 2 Fairholm Grove, Camberwell.

Morton, Elaine, 48 Brunei St., East Malvern.

Morton, Rosalie, 48 Brunei St., East Malvern.

Munt, Nerolie, 637 Whitehorse Rd., Mont Albert.

Murray, Kay, 11 Lock St., Mont Albert.

Nagel, Mrs. V., 343 Beach Rd., Black Rock.

Nairn, Kay, 7 Acacia Ave., Blackburn.

Neil, Marilyn, 40 Donna Buang St., Camberwell.

Nevile, Susan, "Redwood", Bayswater Rd., Croydon.

Nicholls, Mrs. A., 2 Birdwood St., East Kew. Nicholson, Jennifer, 54 Carlsberg Rd., Eaglemont.

Noon, Dianne, 89 Albert St., Windsor.

Oakley, Mrs. C., 7 Millah Rd., Balwyn.

Old, Janice, 4 Cloverdale Rd., Glen Iris.

Orchard, Mrs., 17 Lord St., Sandy Bay, Hobart, Tas.

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Osmond, Mrs. J. (Jocelyn Clemence), Ryandra St., Guyra, N.S.W. Ould, Maree, 14 Station St., Blackburn.

Owens, Mrs. J. C. (Lilian Dainty), "Findon Hill", Kyneton.

Parker, Mrs. N., Lot 24, Wordsworth Ave., Clayton.

Pascoe, Diane, 58 Elm Grove, North Kew. Patterson, Denise, 14 Melrose St., Box Hill North.

Pattison, Leanne, 21 St. Huberts Road, East Ivanhoe.

Perkins, Jean, 242 Camberwell Rd., Camberwell.

Pinne, Jillian, Flat 5, 250 Beaconsfield Parade, Middle Park.

Phillipe, L. A., 40 Goodwin St., Blackburn.

Plummer, Pamela, 18 McWhae Ave., Ripponlea.

Pollard, Barbara, 241 Murrumbeena Rd., Murrumbeena.

Powell, Sandra, 23 Hortense St., Burwood.

Powell, Una, 12 Wolseley St., Mont Albert.

Puksmann, Eda, 22 Halliday St., Mt. Waverley.

Pittard, Mrs. R. (Judith Washington), 410 W e n douree Pde., Ballarat.

Pollock, Mrs. J. (M. Jean Forrester), Box 3, Alexandra.

Randall, Rosemary, 5 Karma Ave., East Malvern.

Randell, Deidre, 243 Barker's Rd., Kew. Read, Joan, 85 Edwin St., West Heidelberg.

Reed, Sandra, 34 Essex St., Glen Iris.

Renison, Jill, 26 Birdwood St., Box Hill South.

Renkin, Mrs. W . (Minnie Beckett), 54 Main St., Blackburn.

Renowden, Jan., 43 Ringwood St., Ringwood.

Rich, Mrs. Barbara, 11 Kerr St., Blackburn.

Robb, Suzanne, 21 Stephen St., Yarraville.

Robertson, Julie, 48 Outlook Drive, Burwood.

Robertson, Kay, 71 Lake View St., Boort.

Rodger, Carolyn, Burke's Flat.

Rodger, Joan, Burke's Flat.

Roennfeldt, Mrs. B. (Mimi Yees), 20 Sunhill Rd., Lower Templestowe.

Roffey, Mrs. (Faye Nicholas), 29 Wentworth Ave., Canterbury.

Rosewall, Brenda, 5 Carson Ave., Mont Albert.

Ruff els, Vivienne, 10 Trinity Court, East Brighton.

Rushen, Pam, 562 Waverley Rd., Chadstone.

Russell, Mrs. W . (Ida Skelton), 1495 High St., Glen Iris.

Sawyer, Wendy, 1367 Dandenong Road, East Malvern.

Schultze, Dawn, 11 Oravel St., North Balwyn.

Sherlock, Lorraine, 11 Beltane Ave., East Brighton.

Shinwell, Carole, 17 Holroyd St., Kew. Smalley, Merrill, 74 Bellevue Ave., Rosanna.

Smith, Eleanor, 13 College Pde., Kew. Smith, Hermione, 120 Mt. Pleasant Road, Belmont, Geelong.

Smith, Mrs. Hilary (Hilary Dunn), 46 Heatherdale Rd., Mitcham.

Smith, Janet, 37 Baker St., North Kew. Smith, Jennifer, 32 Hastings Rd., Hawthorn East.

Smith, Mrs. L. E. (Mai Denny), 17 Montclair Ave., Brighton.

Smith, Mrs. R., 14 Kembla St., Hawthorn.

Snell, Mrs. F., (Flo Stewart), 12 Baillieu St., Point Lonsdale.

Snowball, Betty, 19 Gladstone Pde., Elsternwick.

Spry, Susan, 54 Riverside Ave., North Balwyn.

Statham, Pamela, 743 Nepean Highway, East Brighton.

Stevens, Jenny, 16 Bennett Pde., East Kew. Stuart, Margaret, Flat 3, 6 Marne St,. South Yarra.

Suriano, Mrs. J. P. (Heather Marshall), Krowera, via Loch.

Tait, Margaret, 52 Rowen St., Burwood.

Taylor, Gail, 484 Barker's Rd., Hawthorn.

Taylor, Janet, 6 Glenard Drive, Heidelberg.

Taylor, Judith, 116 Toorak Rd., South Camberwell.

Teesdale, Patricia, 48 Bath Rd., Burwood.

Thomas, Mrs. D. (Vida Pryor), Flat 7, 88 Warrigal Rd., Surrey Hills.

Thomas, Heather, 37 Elm Grove, North Balwyn.

Thomas, Janet, C / o . Staff Dept., National Bank, 271 Collins St., Melbourne.

Thompson, Jennifer, Yelta Rd., Merbein West.

Thompson, Beverley, 7 Cross St., South Caulfield.

Thorburn, Jan., Commercial Bkg. Co. of Sydney, 295 Clarendon St., Sth. Melbourne.

Thwaites, Mrs. A. M. (Annette Smith), 59 Tannock St., North Balwyn.

Timewell, Jocelyn, 43 Grange St., Surrey Hills.

Toop, Diane, 74 Yarra St., North Williamstown.

Toose, Glenda, Private Bag 40, Boort.

Townley, Carolyn, 41 Yuile St., Ashburton.

Tozer, Mrs. A., Pembroke Cottage, Hyton Cres., Croydon.

Twiss, June, 37 Pascoe St., Burwood.

Tuck, Eugenie, M., 16 Bournian Ave., Strathmore.

Upenieks, Irene, 42 Jarvis Ave., Croydon.

Valdmanis, Dagmara, 37 Jarvis Ave., Croydon.

Veitch, Wendy, 8 Ferris Ave., Box Hill.

Vincent, Jocelyn, 12 Vista Ave., Kew. Waitt, Phyllis, 2A Hurstham St., East Malvern.

Ward, Millicent, 2 Jaques St., Hawthorn.

Watson, Marilyn, 154 Mackie Rd., East Bentleigh.

Watt, Mrs. C. (Charlotte Davies), 145 Kooyong Rd., Caulfield.

Watters, Helen, 2 Goodall St., Hawthorn.

Webster, Margaret, 35 Ross St., Surrey Hills.

Wells, Dianne, "One Oak", Wedderburn.

Wenborn, Barbara, 11 Amelia St., Camberwell.

Wharington, Alison, 82 Leila Rd., Carnegie.

Wharington, Faye, 82 Leila Rd., Carnegie.

Wigley, Helen, 31 Haig St., Ringwood.

Wilcock, Marian, 39 Queen's Parade, Burwood.

Wildes, H. E., Princess Mary Club, 118 Lonsdale St., Melbourne.

Wilkinson, Julie, 19 Chelmsford St., Nth. Balwyn.

Wilkinson, Pat, 20 Wewak Rd., Ashburton.

Wilkinson, Pat, 21 Panoramic Rd., North Balwyn.

Williams, Janice, 1000 Burke Rd., Deepdene.

Williams, L., 30 Cato Ave., West Hobart, Tas. Williams, W . , 26 Royal Ave., Sandringham.

Williamson, Mrs. B. E., Box 66, Hamilton.

Wilson, Gwyn, 103 Warrigal Rd., Surrey Hills.

Winter, Mrs. P., 301 Barker's Rd., Kew. W o o d , Mrs. Beverley, Flat 5 Kennethmont, 104 The Avenue, Parkville.

W o o d , Gail, 24 McShane St., North Balwyn.

Woods, Carole, 230 Camberwell Rd., Camberwell.

Worner, Marian J., 27 Threadneedle St., Balwyn.

Wright, Lynette, 2A Weybridge St., Surrey Hills.

Yates, Dorothy, 18 Erskine St., Armadale.

Young, Mrs. John P. (Dulcie Whittaker), 2 F o r d ham Rd., Hawthorn.

Zerbe, Lorraine, Andersons Creek Rd., East D o n caster.

Zoltak, Vivienne, 5 Charles St., Kew.