Lorne Historical Society News

1953

June 21, 2022 The Kindergarten was held in the Church of England hall, teacher Mrs Hilda Huxtable, assistant: Mrs Betty Cornford.

1953

June 21, 2022 Infant Welfare Centre opened in Church of England hall, corner of Smith and William Streets.  

1952

June 21, 2022 The second Surf Life Saving Club was built.

1952

June 21, 2022 Lorne Kindergarten opened in Library hall, corner Smith and William Streets.

1952

June 21, 2022 “Scotchman’s Hill” named by Mr. Frank Jackson, President of the Lorne Life Saving Club.

1951

June 21, 2022 Lorne acquired its first ambulance, using volunteer drivers.

1950

June 21, 2022 In the early 1950s Lorne School changed its name to Lorne Central School.

1950

June 21, 2022 During the 1950’s the Lorne Surf Club started.

1948

June 21, 2022 The Lorne Fishermen’s Co-Operative was formed.

1947

June 21, 2022 Lorne Life Saving Club reformed after closing in 1939 due to World War 2.