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Speeches from the The H. G. and W. Steele Wing Opening Ceremony, 1977

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CreatorCarey Baptist Grammar SchoolKen LyallGerard CramerKeith FarrerReverend Peter StockmanMrs E. B. GilbertGreg MilesDavid EvansRev. D.J. GriffithsRalph ShinkfieldDescriptionThe HG Steele Wing Opening Ceremony on August 7, 1977, celebrated the dedication of a new junior school wing and honored Harold George Steele and Winnie Steele's life and ministry.

Reverend Peter Stockman and Dr. Keith Farrer highlighted the contributions of past laborers and donors, including the Steele family. The new wing, partially occupied but still under construction, was praised for its potential to improve the school's efficiency. The ceremony featured speeches from Mr. Gerard Cramer, Rev. D.J. Griffiths, and Mr. K.A. Lyall, who reminisced about the school's history and the significance of the new building.

Mr. G. McL. Miles handed a key to Mrs. E. B. Gilbert, who declared the wing open. The Junior School Choir sang. Ralph Shinkfield directed attendees to afternoon tea locations and provided a tour route, highlighting key areas like the seventh form rooms, library, and chapel. He shared a story about Mr. Steele's proposal to his father. Attendees were instructed on their program's gold circle for special seating arrangements and were encouraged to explore the new wing and other school facilities.

The event concluded with a performance by the Junior School Choir.Date of recording7th August 1977Year1977Original formatAudio cassetteDigtal formatMP3Duration59 minutes 26 secondsTypeSpeechCollectionVoices of Carey

Place and PropertyThe H. G. and W. Steele Wing

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Speeches from the The H. G. and W. Steele Wing Opening Ceremony, 1977