Historical information

Jessie Irene ROWE, daughter of John ROWE and Annie (nee PATERSON), married Joseph McKay ABERDEEN (a Technical School teacher) at Orbost in 1918. Her father was one of the first vestrymen of St James Church of England and her mother was a prominent church worker. It would seem an appropriate time of her marriage for Jessie to receive such a badge at the time of her marriage. John Rowe died 28-9-1920 and it is noted that Annie left Orbost in 1922. (ref. John Phillips)
This badge was presented to Miss Rowe by pupils and staff of St Andrew's Church Kindergarten on April 9 1918. Miss Rowe was a Sunday school Teacher and pianist / organist? at the church.

The Presbyterian Church in Orbost was officially opened in 1898.

Significance

For many years the Presbyterian people of Orbost enjoyed the fellowship of the church and the children, in particular, were socially and spiritually involved. This item is reminiscent of that time.

Physical description

An oval shaped badge made of copper metal. It has a square washer and screw on the back.

Inscriptions & markings

In block letters:
Presented to
Miss Rowe
by the Pupils and Staff of the
St Andrew's
Presbyterian Church
Orbost
April 9 1918