Lamplough school in the news

1912

Ballarat Star, Thursday 4 July 1912, page 1

AVOCA
TEACHER TRANSFERRED
Mr. F. Wrigley, head teacher of the Lamplough State school, has received notice that he will be transferred to St. Kilda at an early date. During his residence here, Mr Wrigley, who hails from Smythesdale, has won the esteem of a large circle of friends. who will regret his departure from the district. As a townsman, he took a keen interest in all movements calculated to benefit the community. He was associated with every department of sport, and will be missed by all local clubs. Mr Wrigley is a talented musician and vocalist, and he always assisted cheerfully at entertainments on behalf of charity. For some time past he has capably officiated as conductor of the choir at the Methodist Church, Avoca.

1914

Avoca Free Press and Farmers’ and Miners’ Journal, Saturday 4 July 1914, page 2

A very successful concert was held at Lamplough in connection with the State school piano fund. There was a large attendance, and an excellent programme was provided. A good profit will be realised from the function

1916

Ballarat Star (Vic.), Friday 5 May 1916, page 6

AVOCA.
HEAD TEACHER'S ENLISTMENT
Private O. Looney who occupied the position of head teacher at the Lamplough State School prior to his enlistment, was presented with a silver-mounted wallet by the children as a mark of esteem.

1917

Avoca Mail, Tuesday 12 June 1917, page 2

Arbor Day was celebrated at the Lamplough State School on Friday last. A row of alternate sugar-gums and Cootamundra wattles was planted along the front of the school-ground in honor of ex-scholars who have volunteered to serve king and country. Two grevilleas or silky oaks were also planted in honor of two ex-teachers, Messrs Wrigley and Looney, who are taking their part in the great war. In every case Australian trees were planted, as these seem the most fitting memorial for Australian soldiers.

Avoca Mail, Tuesday 13 November 1917, page 2 

(From our Correspondent)
A pleasant evening was spent at Lamplough school last Friday. During the afternoon there were many visitors including Mr Jude, Labor, candidate for the Maryborough seat. The visitors greatly admired the display of flowers both in the school and outside in the garden. Roses made an excellent display. There was a particularly fine exhibit of Shirley poppies, For a little place like Lamplough the display showed that many of the residents are skilful and discerning gardeners.
The evening show was well patronised and the total takings were close on £15,a result with which the workers have reason to be well pleased.
The refreshment stall, in charge of Misses Gibson and Howell, was well patronized. Miss A. Allen's occasion. The flower stall, in charge of Mrs Isaac, did better trade than last year, the demand for pot plants.in bloom being greater than the supply.
The Limerick competition was won by Mr H. F. Classon, Avoca, whose verse read:-

Old mother Hubbard sat on her cupboard
  Eating her curds and whey.
She stuck in her thumb and pulled out a crumb
  While she wiled the time away.

Other good lines were- ‘To save for her meal next day’ and ‘For her poor dog Tray’
The bag of flour was won by Miss A. Brady.

A similar article appeared in the Avoca Free Press of 14 November. It mentioned “Mr M. Isaac, head teacher, carried out the secretarial duties creditability.”

1918

Ballarat Star, Monday 11 February 1918, page 2 

AVOCA
STATE SCHOOL ESSAYISTS.
Two pupils of the Lamplough State school (Alf. Harbour and Chas. Curtis) have received hon. mention for an essay on "The Starling-Is he friend or Foe?" The competition was conducted under the auspices of the Gould League of Bird Lovers of Victoria.

Ballarat Courier, Tuesday 14 May 1918, page 3 

CORPORAL FRED. WRIGLEY.
News has been received by cable that Cpl. Fred Wrigley, son of Mrs Wrigley, sen., of Heatherbrae, Scarsdale was killed in action in France on 24th April. Cpl. Wrigley was on board the Ballarat when the vessel was torpedoed, and he wrote an interesting account of his experience. Prior to enlisting he was on the teaching staff of the Education Department, having at different periods been stationed at Pleasant street, Ballarat, Sebastopol, Scarsdale, Lamplough and St. Kilda. He was also well-known in Masonic circles, being a Past Master of one of the Ballarat Lodges. The late Cpl. Wrigley was also intimately associated with the Methodist Church, having occupied the position of organist at Scarsdale for a number of years, and afterwards at Avoca. Before leaving Australia he married Miss Nell Lusby, of Avoca. Another son of Mrs Wrigley, Capt. Hugh Wrigley, who was severely wounded at Pozieres, is still on active service, and is now stationed with Outram's Rifles, Calcutta. Cpl Wrigley's demise will be mourned by a large circle of friends, and it can truly be said of his life, "He liveth long who liveth well." The deepest sympathy is expressed on all sides with the relations in their sad bereavement.

Avoca Free Press and Farmers’ and Miners’ Journal, Wednesday 15 May 1918, page 3

The sad news was received on Saturday that Corporal Fred Wrigley had been killed in action in France. Corporal Wrigley, who was for some years in charge of the State school at Lamplough, was held in very high esteem throughout this district. He was an excellent vocalist and musician, and gave his services freely for church, patriotic, and charitable work. A gentleman of sterling character, Corporal Wrigley's death is deplored on all sides. Deep and sincere sympathy is felt for the young widow in her very sad bereavement.

Avoca Free Press and Farmers’ and Miners’ Journal, Wednesday 6 November 1918, page 2

LAMPLOUGH.
The Lamplough State school presented a very animated appearance last Friday, when a large crowd assembled. at the sale of gifts, in aid of the Repatriation Fund. The folks spent their money liberally, and a substantial profit was raised for the benefit of our. brave soldiers. In the evening a well-attended dance was held. Music was played by Mr GF Boughton and Mr P Turpin, whilst Mr J Curtis officiated as master of ceremonies. Mr A Ahpee contributed a song during the evening. The ladies provided an excellent supper. A tea cosy, donated by Miss A Allen, was won by Mr F. Richards.

1922

Ballarat Star, Saturday 11 November 1922, page 11

SCHOOL EGG DAY.
"Egg Day" at the Lamplough State School was a great success. Mr Chadwick (the teacher in charge) and the scholars collected 21 dozen eggs for the Amhurst Hospital.

Ballarat Star, Friday 29 December 1922, page 6

COUNTRY NEWS.
AVOCA.
MERIT CERTIFICATES.
The scholars at the Lamplough State school have done splendidly at the examinations. Five presented themselves, and they all passed as follows:- Merit certificates. Lorris Harvey and Lawrence Lindsay; qualifying certificates. Kathleen Lindsay, Isabel Morris, and James Elliott. The result reflects much credit on the teacher (Mr Chadwick), who takes a keen interest in the children

Wikitree:

• Frederick Rankin Wrigley (1884-1918) : teacher 1910-1912
• Oliver John Looney (1890-1954) : teacher 1912-1916
• Maurice Barton Isaac (1879-1949) : teacher 1916-1918
• Baden Percy Chadwick (1900-1972) : teacher 1922-1925