My PlaceTraces the experiences of Sally Morgan's life, growing up in Perth in the 50s & 60s. Through the memories and images of her childhood and adolescence, vague hints and echoes begin to emerge and a fascinating story unfolds - a mystery of identity, complete with clues and suggested solutions. |
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Page 88
... head happened to be driving along Manning Road that morning , spotted us in the bush , picked us up and took us back to school . Poor Robin copped the worst . ' You , of all girls ' , he scolded her . ' We expect it of the Milroys , but ...
... head happened to be driving along Manning Road that morning , spotted us in the bush , picked us up and took us back to school . Poor Robin copped the worst . ' You , of all girls ' , he scolded her . ' We expect it of the Milroys , but ...
Page 89
... Head's office once again and Jill and I with her . After speaking to Mum privately , we were called in . ' This is a most serious matter , girls ' , the Head said sternly , ' I have even considered calling the police in ' . We were ...
... Head's office once again and Jill and I with her . After speaking to Mum privately , we were called in . ' This is a most serious matter , girls ' , the Head said sternly , ' I have even considered calling the police in ' . We were ...
Page 285
... head south in the hope of meeting up with the Yanks , but Bill talked him into going north to Switzerland . They travelled mainly at night , stealing food and sleeping in the fields . They eventually came to a small town and hung around ...
... head south in the hope of meeting up with the Yanks , but Bill talked him into going north to Switzerland . They travelled mainly at night , stealing food and sleeping in the fields . They eventually came to a small town and hung around ...
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