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C-BERSS EX-PRESS
September 2001
Issue 3, Vol 4
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All Newsletters : September 2001 : Celebrating Christmas in July
Celebrating Christmas in July
Once again, the Child Migrant Friendship Society has staged a highly successful get-together of former child migrants who have joined together in a spirit of friendship and fellowship to celebrate the bond they share. More than 100 guests attended this year’s Christmas in July function at the WACA. Child Migrant Friendship Society President Maureen Colgan reports on the highlights of this year’s event.
The day began with a traditional one minute’s silence for all former Child Migrants who had passed away. This was followed by Grace said by Tony Mapson. The ladies were given a corsage and one lucky wearer, Margaret Gibson (formerly of Nazareth House) was the winner of beauty products.
A delicious meal of traditional Christmas fare followed. Coles even shipped in a supply of Christmas crackers (all the way from Tom Price) for the occasion.
Santa paid a special visit from the North Pole receiving lots of hugs. Each guest received a gift “scratchie” (there were some winners!) and chocolate. The usual sing-a-long concluded with a resounding rendition of “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”. All in all, much fun and good cheer was enjoyed by all.
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