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25.01.2022 The faade of our rooms is currently gatting a facelift! The photos attached show the original faade and how it wooks today as a work in progress. Biggest change ill be two big windows which will allow passersby to see whats on display. More photos to come as progress continues
25.01.2022 The Lorne Historical Societys recent acquisition "Squid Bottle", from the Carmel Wallace exhibition at Qdos in March called "High-Tide", is now on display in the window at the Society. The lamp, intact, was washed ashore near Lorne. Squid boats operated along our coastline in the 1980s and 90s.
25.01.2022 The following article and pictures give a brief overview of camping in Lorne over the years
24.01.2022 Lorne Pier History and Folklore For those visitors walking out on Lorne Pier today, looking to spot the stingrays, checking whether there are fish being caught, extending the selfie stick to capture that special photo, mainly of themselves, few would know or understand what an integral role in Lornes history the pier has played. The Mountjoy brothers had established what became Erskine House in the late 1860s and from that time the popularity of Lorne as a holiday destin...Continue reading
24.01.2022 An interesting account of Lornes fishing industry...
23.01.2022 It would be remiss not to acknowledge local architects, Bob Sinclair and Chris Wood for the hours and hours they have volunteered to develop the design concept, work with Surf Coast Shire, supervise fabrication of the panels and oversee the installation project. We could not have achieved this result with out you. On behalf of all members of the Society, thank you very much Bob and Chris
23.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz Number 7 Answers Congratulations to John Agar who again won the Quiz with ten correct answers. An honourable mention to Geoff Tune.... Answers 1) What was the name of the restaurant at Stony Creek in the 1950s to 70s? Answer Darryls BBQ 2) Whose names are on the graves near the Swing Bridge? How did they die? Answer Joseph and William Lindsay. They died in 1850 when the tunnel they were digging collapsed. 3) In what year was the original Swing Bridge constructed? Answer 1937 4) Name the three leisure time facilities that were on the foreshore near the Wild Colonial Club. Answer The roller skating rink, the fun parlour and the dodgem cars 5) Further along the foreshore in the 1970s you could find the bounce ball. Which former Hawthorn VFL player ran it and developed the sport here? Answer Brendan Edwards. He played from 56 to 62 and again in 63. After he retired he founded a chain of health clubs pioneering aerobic fitness in Australia. 6) What year was the current Lorne Surf Life Saving Club built? Answer It was constructed in 1999 and operational for the 2000 season. Cost 1.5 million 7) Name the ship that was dragged ashore in Lorne during an Easterly gale in 1854? Answer The Osprey 8) Why were the wooden groynes along the Main beach removed in 2006? Answer To facilitate the running of the World Surf Life Saving Games in Lorne. 9) What major world sporting event was held in Lorne in 1970? Answer The World Surfing Titles 10) The original Lorne Pier was built in 1879. In what year was the current pier opened? Answer.2007
22.01.2022 Back in August 1992 being the freight manager at Dept of Admin Services Braybrook, I received a call from Museum of Vic wanting to retrieve a RARE Blue whale de...ad and beached to Lorne Vic, cut a long story I put things in action with our staff and Vehicles and contracted a Western Suburb Crane company, we retrieved this 65 Tonne Wale the next day, it was Transported back to Werribee Sewerage Farm to be boned out and to this day the Skeleton is on display at the Melbourne Museum. (photos tell the story) See more
22.01.2022 Congratulations to Margaret Cartledge the winner of the Lorne Historical Society Quiz Number 4. Historical Society Quiz Number 4 Answers 1. Theres probably not many of us who havent walked up the steps and into the Lorne Cinema. Just how many steps are there at the entrance, from the footpath to the glass doors?... Three. 2. A plaque that commemorates Agnes Annie Smith is displayed on what notable feature in Lornes main street? The gate at the entrance to St Cuthberts Church. 3. Further along the main street, another plaque commemorates Mary E. Allen can be found on what Lorne landmark? The flagpole. 4. Lorne has always had a slew of notable eateries. One of these was Tricky Dicks. What was their specialty? Tricky Dicks was a take-away pizza restaurant. Now the site of The Bottle of Milk. 5. What building previously stood on the site of the present Lorne Visitor Information Centre? Lornes first powerhouse for electricity. \6.Across the road from the Information Centre is the Community House and Lorne Connect hall. That site stood vacant for years but it was previously occupied by what building? Gracedale Guest House. 7. Lornes famous Falls Festival was originally known as....? Rock above The Falls. 8. Which famous but short lived international rock outfit once played a short three song mid-week set on the Lorne foreshore in the early nineties? Big Audio Dynamite (B.A.D.) Formed after the Clash disbanded. 9. Lorne has always had a vibrant night life scene. One of these was run by local teens and was known as The Stomp. Where was it held? Lorne R.S.L. Hall. 10. The top end of Clovelly Court was once the location of one of Lornes earliest primary industries. What was produced there? This was the site of a local brickworks, using clay dug from the side of the gully. bonus question... Where in Lorne is Argyll Lane, and why is it so named? Argyll Lane runs from Smith Street to behind the hardware store. The site of the Ice Creamery in Mountjoy Parade was previously squash courts and before that a clothing store but was originally the site of a grand home built by one of the Mountjoy brothers. It later became a guest house known as Argyll House. (which may have been named after the Duke of Argyll?)
21.01.2022 Please find attached the latest Committee for Lorne page from the Surf Coast Times. If you would like to receive this page, plus notices of events in Lorne, via email each week, send a request to [email protected]
20.01.2022 An interesting account of Lorne's fishing industry...
19.01.2022 Lorne Historical Sociery Quiz 11 Thanks to John Agar for setting this week’s quiz. Send entries to [email protected] by Friday June 5 at 5pm. A...s life is gradually returning to normal this might well be our last quiz. The quiz was intended to give people something extra to think about in isolation. The Historical Society will hopefully be opening its doors again soon. Come and join us. Questions 1) How many streets in Lorne begin with the letter ‘A’? 2) What was the name of the building where the Trans Otway bus stopped in the 1950s and where was it situated? 3) Who were the husband and wife team who ran its services? 4) What name is given to the falls [currently running] that can be seen from opposite the top of 5 Mile Track? 5) How many dolphins are there on the mural facing Lemnos 30, Mountjoy Parade? 6) Who owned the Benwerrin Tea Rooms and Post Office when it closed in 1927? 7)Where is Sandra’s Seat? 8) Bill Love’s brother, Henry Love’s uncle, worked in Roache’s quarry by what name was he affectionately called? 9) What was the name of the company that owned the two steamers SS Casino and SS Bellinger that plied the coastal trade route and stopped at the Lorne Pier? 10) What was the name given to the first Lorne Sculpture exhibition?
19.01.2022 Please find attached the latest page from the Surf Coast Times. If you would like to receive this page, plus notices of events in Lorne, via email each week, send a request to [email protected]
18.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz 8 This weeks questions are set by Peter Spring. Please email answers to info@ lornehistoricalsociety.org.au by 5 pm Friday 15 May. Please dont put your answers on line. Answers will appear next week after entries close.
18.01.2022 Lorne Historical Sociery Quiz 11 Thanks to John Agar for setting this weeks quiz. Send entries to [email protected] by Friday June 5 at 5pm. A...s life is gradually returning to normal this might well be our last quiz. The quiz was intended to give people something extra to think about in isolation. The Historical Society will hopefully be opening its doors again soon. Come and join us. Questions 1) How many streets in Lorne begin with the letter A? 2) What was the name of the building where the Trans Otway bus stopped in the 1950s and where was it situated? 3) Who were the husband and wife team who ran its services? 4) What name is given to the falls [currently running] that can be seen from opposite the top of 5 Mile Track? 5) How many dolphins are there on the mural facing Lemnos 30, Mountjoy Parade? 6) Who owned the Benwerrin Tea Rooms and Post Office when it closed in 1927? 7)Where is Sandras Seat? 8) Bill Loves brother, Henry Loves uncle, worked in Roaches quarry by what name was he affectionately called? 9) What was the name of the company that owned the two steamers SS Casino and SS Bellinger that plied the coastal trade route and stopped at the Lorne Pier? 10) What was the name given to the first Lorne Sculpture exhibition?
17.01.2022 LORNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY QUIZ NUMBER 5 Set by Ian Walding Congratulations to John Agar the winner of this weeks quiz. A great effort, 1) What was Big Hill Creek called in the 1850s? Answer Fourth Creek as it was the fourth creek from the Mountjoys property NE of Loutitt Bay , it was marked on the 1850s telegraph line map... 2) What was the building in the sketch ? Answer The telegraph station 3) Which event did not occur in 1891 . It seems a very busy year. a. The opening of the Lorne Hotel b. Turning on the light at Split Point Lighthouse c. Opening of the train line Birregurra to Forest via Deans Marsh d. The wreck of the Godfrey. Answer The opening of the Lorne Hotel 4. In 1872 a number of one acre lots in Lorne were sold at auction. What was the vendors opening bid? a. 8. b. 100. c.1000. Answer 8 5. In March 1802 the French Explorer Baudin sailed past Lorne. What was the name of his ship? Answer The corvette Geographe 6. What did Baudin name Point Grey ? Answer Pointe des Souflers but there is some thought that he named Cinema Point rather than Point Grey 7 Less than one month later in April 1802 which English explorer sailed past in the Investigator ? Answer Matthew Flinders. He was accompanied by his cat Trim who was the first animal to circumnavigate Australia.( my favourite bit of Flinders trivia from the hilarious history of Australia Girt by David Hunt) 8. In 1862 which famous artist , on his way to Cape Otway with fellow artist N Chevalier, drew a sketch of the Erskine River near the present day Information Centre? Answer Eugene Von Guerard. 9.Which famous English writer wrote this poem about Lorne? West away from Melbourne dust, holidays begin They that mock a paradise, woo at Coralyn Through the great south Otway gums,sings the great southern Main Take the flower and kiss the hour and kiss your love again. Answer Rudyard Kipling 10.Which Lorne artist has an oil painting, Eagle on the Mount, hanging in Westminster Abbey? Answer Robert Coy.
17.01.2022 Answers to Quiz 8 There was an appeal to the jury over a ruling, but the appeals tribunal has upheld the original decision. Congratulations to John Agar, who again wins the quiz. Somebody out there must be able to beat him !!! QUIZ 8 - Theme Smith Street... 1. Below is a photograph of a garage currently in Smith Street. To which of the following buildings did it belong? All Saints Vicarage 2. Visible from Smith Street, written on stylised surfboards, are the three schoolwide positive behaviours of the Lorne P-12 College. List them. Respect, Cooperation and Personal Best 3. The ballroom in the photograph belonged to which Lorne guesthouse? Carinya Guesthouse 4. Ravenswood was owned by Miss Cunningham. She was headmistress of which Melbourne college? Fintona Girls School 5. What is the number of the house (still standing) in Smith Street where Doug Stirling was born and where he grew up? Number 2 6. What is the name of the public area bordered by Smith and Charles Street? Policemans Paddock 7. Driving from Armytage Street along Smith Street to the end of the street, how many stop signs will I face? One 8. In the past it was common for the owners of properties to give the house a name. Which of the following was NOT located in Smith Street Lorne? Harkaway 9. On the eastern side of Smith Street, which Lorne landmark is the closest to the location of the original ice works? Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church 10. After whom do we believe Smith Street is named? Uncertain origin of the naming.
17.01.2022 The History of Lorne Time to Brush Up Im sure that everyone will agree that these are certainly interesting times. At the time of writing, the Premier of Victoria, Dan Andrews has just announced Stage 3 shutdown measures in response to the threat of COVID-19. Basically, were are to stay indoors at all times with the exception of going to work, buying necessities and exercise. So many people have commented on social media lately that if we have to be in lockdown, Lorne ...Continue reading
17.01.2022 If you missed the screening of "The Story of the Road" on SBS recently, its available to watch on SBS On DEmand - https://www.sbs.com.au//1722794563769/the-story-of-the-road
15.01.2022 History Quiz 9 Questions This weeks quiz was set by John Ford and Wendy Jarratt. Send your answers to [email protected] by Friday May 22 5pm. Gary Allen will post the answers to last weeks questions .They were actually set by Gary but formatted by Peter Spring. They were too hard for me. ... 1. Name the two co-founders of Lornecare , Lornes environmental group. 2. On which river would you find Straw Falls? 3. Where would you find Gordons Seat? 4. Name the long-term, current proprietor of The Pier Restaurant. 5. Lorne was without an emergency warning (fire) siren for many years. In which year was the current siren installed? 6. Name the four brothers (yes, of the same family) who have played in the Lorne Senior Football team this century. Given names and surname required. 7. Name the reservoir that supplies Lornes drinking water. 8. What name was given to the Lorne swimming pool as described on the brass plaque within the complex? 9. Where would you find Rosie Ramsays seat? 10. Name the two Lorne men who are considered to be the oldest living students of the original Lorne School. They were included in a commemoration gathering at the P-12 College in 2019.
15.01.2022 An update on the project to install a new faade on the Societys rooms. The new faade is now complete! There are some minor pieces of work to be completed but the main works are now finished. Now on to planning Stage 2, the replacement of the remainder of the old faade on the left side of the entrance. Here are "before and after" photos
14.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz Number 7 This weeks quiz set by Marilyn Mackenzie. After a few weeks of really interesting but challenging questions we have made this set a bit easier. Some of the answers can be found if you take a walk around town , for some you need to delve into your memory banks, others require a little research. Have a go. It would be great to receive lots of entries this week. Dont think you have to get all 10 or even lots right before you send your en...try in. Dont let John Agar triplepeat Send answers to [email protected] by 5pm Friday May 8 1) What was the name of the restaurant at Stony Creek from the 1950s to 70s? 2) Whose names are on the graves near the Swing Bridge? How did they die? 3) In what year was the original Swing Bridge constructed? 4) Name the three leisure time facilities that were on the foreshore near the Wild Colonial Club. 5) Further along the foreshore in the 1970s you could find the bounce ball. Which former Hawthorn VFL player ran it and developed the sport here? 6) What year was the current Lorne Surf Life Saving Club built? 7)Name the ship that was dragged ashore in Lorne during an Easterly gale in 1854? 8) Why were the sand retaining wooden groynes along the Main beach removed in 2006? 9)What major world sporting event was held in Lorne in 1970? 10) The original Lorne Pier was built in1879. When was the current pier opened?
12.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz 3 Clue and a wonderful story In the middle decades of 1900s, Lorne School became famous for its recorder bands. Hard to believe I know. One year the band was entered in the Ballarat Eisteddfod. Students of the day remember that there were endless practices and wondered whether it was worth it to become South Street winners. Those left back at school remember a telegram, Lorne Number 1 in Competition. A line of cars escorted the winners back in...to town at midnight. Ah those were the days. Many of these musicians are still in town but I doubt they are still playing their recorders. Maybe they might start playing again . QUIZ NUMBER 3 1) In which year did the Lorne School win the Recorder Band Championship? 2)What was the natural disaster that was a significant factor causing the barque Hinemoa to come aground at Pt. Grey in 1908? 3)The Aquatic Club held a social evening at the club house at 8 pm on Saturday August 10th 1963. Members were asked to invite and bring another couple. What were the ladies asked to bring? 4)Where were church services held in Lorne before All Saints Anglican Church was built? 5)What was the name of the drug ship that visited Lorne in April 2003? 6)Which hotel in Lorne was destroyed by fire in 1919? 7)Name the Smith brothers who designed and operated the Arab coffee shop, opened in 1956. 8)What type of American bomber crashed into the ocean near Aireys Inlet on Tuesday 26th 1962? 9)Where was the Lorne Bowls Club located prior to its move to the grounds of Mantra? 10)Who was the first female mayor of the Surf Coast Shire? Email your entries by 5 pm Friday. [email protected]
09.01.2022 Please find attached the latest Committee for Lorne page from the Surf Coast Times. If you would like to receive this page, plus notices of events in Lorne, via email each week, send a request to [email protected]
08.01.2022 Drum Roll , the winner of the Lorne Historical Society Quiz Number 2 is Nicole Roache. congratulations Nicole John Agar is an honourable mention Again. Quiz Number 2 Answers 1) Which retired electrician wrote Lorne a Living History? Doug Stirling 2) Who was the first female President and also the last President of the Winchelsea Shire Council? Lindy Crossland... 3) Jack Steven won St Kildas best and Fairest 4)Who won 10 Bells Beach , 14 Victorian titles and 5 Australian Surfing titles? Gail Couper 5)Who was named captain of the Lorne Football club team of the CDFL era 1971 -2006? Michael Coutts 6)Who competed in 5 Winter Olympic Games for Australia winning gold and bronze medals.? Lydia Lassila 7)Who was the Victorian Minister for Education 1992 to 1996? Don Hayward 8)Who wrote The Last Dance, Surf O Rama, Blue Heaven and Plastered? Murray Walding 9)Which former principal of the Lorne School is a descendent of the first pupil? (Not the same person) Gary Allen 10)Who was awarded the Order of Australia for community service through emergency response Organisations in 2019? Roy Moriarty See more
08.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz Congratulations to Geoff Tune the winner of last week’s quiz. That was the last quiz. Thank you to all those who set the quizzes a...nd to those intrepid souls who sent their answers in. Don’t forget to visit our soon to be reopened displays at the Pier and at Lorne Community House or visit our web site or Facebook page. The Society has a large collection of photographs, memorabilia and documents about Lorne. New members are most welcome. [email protected] Questions and Answers to the last quiz which was set by John Agar 1)How many streets in Lorne begin with the letter ‘A’? Answer = 6 ... Albert, Allen, Alsop, Anderson, Armstead, Armytage ... [the other 6 that begin with ‘A’ are not streets: Anderson Court, Allenvale Road, Alpha Terrace, Argyle Lane, Austin Court, Adderley Avenue] 2) What was the name of the building where to Trans Otway bus stopped in the 1950s and where was it situated? The Santoy Cafe [previously the Lufra Cafe] situated at 63-65 Mountjoy Pde [or] diagonally opposite the Lorne Theatre ... (accept either answer) ... on the northeast corner of Grove Rd and Mountjoy Pde. 3) Who were the husband and wife team who ran its services? John [‘George’] Fatouros and his wife Bertha [‘Billie’] 4) What name is given to the falls [currently running] that can be seen from opposite the top of 5 Mile Track? Stony Falls 5) How many dolphins are there on the mural facing Lemnos 30, Mountjoy Parade? 12 6) Who owned the Benwerrin Tea Rooms and Post Office when it closed in 1927? Mr and Mrs J G Henderson 7) Where is Sandra’s Seat? Just over the last bridge over Stony Creek on Camel’s Walk before the lily pond 8) Henry Love’s uncle worked in Roache’s quarry and was famous for his stone work by what name was he affectionately called? Paddy 9) What was the name of the company that owned the two steamers SS Casino and SS Bellinger that plied the coastal trade route and stopped at the Lorne Pier? The Belfast and Koroit Steam Navigation Company 10) What was the name given to the first Lorne Sculpture exhibition? The Littoral Edge
06.01.2022 Today Lachie Pinda from Working Bear formally handed over the Lorne Historical Society site, after work on the faade has been completed. The Society wishes to thank Lachie and his builders for the great work they have undertaken to assemble the panels built by the members of the Mens Shed and to complete the design of Bob Sinclair and Chris Wood. We also thank Kane Rogozik from the Surf Coast Shire and Peter Spring who together managed to bring the various elements of the P...roject to fruition. The next exhibition to be staged at the Society will feature the local Timber Industry. We await permission to enter the building to start the work. We will also announce a date/time for the official opening of the faade. Thanks to the many people who have passed on to our members many favourable comments about the new look not only to our room, but to an important community building visible as visitors enter the town.
04.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz 6 Questions Email your answers to [email protected] By Friday 1st May ... Vicki Norton has set this weeks questions. You might notice there is a bit of a theme happening. We are indeed very lucky to have our hospital and the wonderful staff who work there. Without the work of the community over the past decades we would not be in such a fortunate position ( not telling how many decades as that would be a clue) . Thank you to all staff, volunteers, Board Members, donors, and supporters. 1) Where in Lorne was the first Bush Nursing Cottage? 2) When was the first hospital established in Lorne? 3) Who owned the property that later became the first Lorne hospital at 226 Mountjoy Pd.? 4) The first Lorne hospital was to have been in North Lorne. Where was it to have been? 5) Who was the first doctor to commence practice in Lorne? 6) How did you find the midwife in those early years ? 7) How did they raise the money to purchase the first hospital? 8) Where was a make shift hospital established in Lorne, during the Spanish Influenza epidemic in 1919? 9) The doctors residence was once on the site of the current hospital. Where is this building now? 10) In what year was the current hospital opened?
03.01.2022 Work is continuing on the Historical Societys rooms. For comparison, heres a photo showing old faade and current progress inside and out. You can now see the the panels of battens while will be the new faade and the two big windows providing a glimpse to the collection inside. For the record, this has been a very collaborative project with the Shire matching the community contribution dollar for dollar. The Shires contribution was nearly $60K. The Society raised cash ...donations, Barwon Timber in Geelong donated all the timber battens and the Lorne Mens Shed constructed the panels. And we must also recognise the superb contribution of local architects, Bob Sinclair and Chris Wood who came up with the design and who are currently spervising works. Another great example of the power of the community of Lorne
03.01.2022 LORNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY QUIZ NUMBER 5 Set by Ian Walding Email entries to [email protected] by 5 pm Friday April 24... 1. What was Big Hill Creek called in the 1850s? 2. In 1891 Sketches of Lorne by Brougham Austin was published. What was the building in the sketch below? 3. Which event did not occur in 1891 . It seems a very busy year. a. The opening of the Lorne Hotel b. Turning on the light at Split Point Lighthouse c. Opening of the train line Birregurra to Forest via Deans Marsh d. The wreck of the Godfrey 4. In 1872 a number of one acre lots in Lorne were sold at auction. What was the vendors opening bid? a. 8. b. 100. c.1000 5. In March 1802 the French Explorer Baudin sailed past Lorne. What was the name of his ship? 6. What did Baudin name Point Grey ? 7 Less than one month later in April 1802 which English explorer sailed past in the Investigator ? 8. In 1862 which famous artist , on his way to Cape Otway with fellow artist N Chevalier, drew a sketch of the Erskine River near the present day Information Centre? 9.Which famous English writer wrote this poem about Lorne? West away from Melbourne dust, holidays begin They that mock a paradise, woo at Coralyn Through the great south Otway gums,sings the great southern Main Take the flower and kiss the hour and kiss your love again. 10.Which Lorne artist has an oil painting, Eagle on the Mount, hanging in Westminster Abbey?
02.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz 6 Answers. John Agar again has the most correct answers. Congratulations. 1)Where in Lorne was the first Bush Nursing Cottage? Answer.. 12 Moorhouse St. It was relocated in 1942 to the corner of Smith St. and Williams St. ...Continue reading
01.01.2022 Historical Society Quiz Number 4 This weeks questions by Murray Walding. Email answers to [email protected] by 5 pm Friday 17April 1. Theres ...probably not many of us who havent walked up the steps and into the Lorne Cinema. Just how many steps are there at the entrance, from the footpath to the glass doors? 2. A plaque that commemorates Agnes Annie Smith is displayed on what notable feature in Lornes main street? 3. Further along the main street, another plaque that commemorates Mary E. Allen can be found on what Lorne landmark? 4. Lorne has always had a slew of notable eateries. One of these was Tricky Dicks. What was their specialty? 5. What building previously stood on the site of the present Lorne Visitor Information Centre? 6.Across the road from the Information Centre is the Community House and Lorne Connect hall. Thats site stood vacant for years but it was previously occupied by what building? 7. Lornes famous Falls Festival was originally known as....? 8. Which famous but short lived international rock outfit once played a short fifteen minute mid-week set on the Lorne foreshore in the early 90s? Students from the school( on a science excursion!!!) pictured with a band member after the performance . 9. Lorne has always had a vibrant night life scene. One of these was run by local teens and was known as The Stomp. Where was it held? 10. The top end of Clovelly Court was once the location of one of Lornes earliest primary industries. What was produced there? bonus question... Where in Lorne is Argyll Lane, and why is it so named? This weeks questions might get you out walking as well as thinking .Good Luck.
01.01.2022 Lorne Historical Society Quiz. 10 Winners and Answers. We had a record number of entries this week. It was a tough competition with very high scores. The winner...s were Geoff and Carol Tune. Well done Honorable mentions. To Marcia Gleeson, John Agar, Marsha Babbington and Karen Pitt. QUIZ NO. 10 1) Mr ONeill was the librarian in the later days of the Library Hall. What was his other occupation? Cobbler 2) In the 60s and 70s Lorne had a second pharmacy next to the Arab Caf. Who were the husband and wife pharmacists? Len and Merl Wilson 3)Where were Catholic masses celebrated immediately before the opening of the current Catholic Church? The Library Hall 4)Who owned the sawmill at Benwerrin, closed in 1989? Erwin and Ted Babbington 5) The Lorne Golf Club was formed in 1954. Where was the original course located? Allenvale 6) During the 1950s the Lorne RSL branch ran a lucky spinning wheel outside the newsagency. What was the eagerly sought-after prize? A crayfish 7) Who am I? One of my early jobs was as a shearer. When I first came to Lorne I worked for Lilian Clarke. I was a good swimmer, learning to swim in the Darling River. I was an unofficial lifeguard on the Lorne beach for many years. My given name was Victor Marshall I was affectionally known as? Sharky 8) What were Marshall Smiths (lived in Hopetoun Terrace) last two occupations/businesses before retirement? Nightman and Fish and Chip Proprietor 9) Which building in Lorne was built using the knitlock concrete block construction, that was developed by Walter Burley Griffin? Jura 10) Mentioned in the journals of the early tourists staying at Erskine House are the magnificent views from Kelsalls Rock. Where is the Kelsalls Rock lookout? Big Hill overlooking Grassy Creek
