DescriptionOn 29 October 1904, 200 past students and teachers gathered in MLC’s dining hall to discuss the establishment of an Old Collegians’ Club (OCC). The term ‘Old Collegians’ was preferred over ‘Old Girls’, for as found Principal, Rev Dr Fitchett exclaimed, “girls can never be old!” The Club was formed with the objective of maintaining loyalty and affection to the College as well as a forum to preserve the friendships made as students. Margaret Tiddeman (first Lady Superintendent of the Boarding House) was elected the first President of the OCC.Date1904 -
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Collection SummaryThe Old Collegians' Club was established in 1904 for former students to maintain their connection to the College.
