Reminiscing about our school days and examining mementos was very enjoyable at our October meeting.  Members of our group had attended schools in many locations around Australia and in New Zealand.  Three of our group had attended Benalla East Primary School, both in its original position – a lovely old building next to the present High School in Barkly Street--and in its current position in Avon Street, as well as attending Benalla High School. 
We had a lovely collection of swap cards, which was a great play-time activity, school reports, text books, exercise books, and more.  A prize winning painting of a clown, a smocked babies dress, and exercise books with sewing samples all proved of interest.   Several school photos were also on display.

The text books included Dacomb shorthand, Fitting and Turning, a handbook of Home Management, and a very old dictionary.  Also included was a Certificate of Registration of a Hairdresser and various other items which provoked much discussion.  First and Second readers provided must interest and the story of the Hobyahs we agreed was rather horrifying for six and seven year olds.

Our November meeting involves a change of time and venue.  We will meet on Monday 12th November at 2.00 pm at the RSL rooms in Nunn Street where we will view the RSL collection.
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Judith Borthwick

Members of ‘U3A Collectors’ were saddened to learn of the passing of popular member Pat Quinn recently.

Pat was a valued member of ‘Collectors’ who contributed greatly to the success of the program.  She brought along many beautiful items, including tea cups, superb crocheted items, and the piece no-one is likely to forget, her beautiful silver teapot on a stand of which she was justifiably proud and which we were privileged  to see and hear about it.

Pat will be sadly missed for her cheerful disposition and her willingness to contribute.  Sincere sympathy is extended to her family.
 
Judith Borthwick