The Salvation Army “Lyndon House” Girls Home reunion was held last weekend.
On Wednesday 7th October 1942, The Salvation Army “Lyndon House” Girls Home was officially opened by the Territotial Commander General George L. Carpenter and Lieutenant Commissioner, Ernest J. Harewood. Lyndon House became home for up to 70 orphan girls at a time, many sent to Canowindra from Sydney.
Last weekend, former residents of The Salvation Army “Lyndon House” Girls Home enjoyed a lovely reunion – the first since 1967.
Over 30 people attended, with some of the “girls” travelling great distances to be there, including Shirley McKenzie-Thurley (Boyd) who now lives in the USA.
Among the attendees were a number of daughters and granddaughters, either supporting or representing their family members The Salvation Army was represented by Major Kim Haworth the NSW Divisional Commander, and her husband Steve, the Area Officer for Sydney.
On Saturday evening, Maria Bullock graciously provided access to her beautiful family home and hosted a dinner, so that the official reunion could take place. All the ladies are very grateful for Maria and her family’s generosity.
Sincere thanks are extended to the Canowindra Historical Society members for collecting together memorabilia, for being present and listening to the stories that they can now share with researchers and distant family members looking for connections. The society was able to provide at least one attendee with photos of herself – the first she has ever seen.
Eddys of Canowindra provided comfortable accommodation forthe group and proved an ideal base for day trips around the district.
Major Kim Haworth the NSW Divisional Commander, and her husband Steve, the Area Officer for Sydney.
Maria Bullock (centre) graciously provided access to her beautiful family home for the reunion to take place.
Shirley McKenzie-Thurley (Boyd) and Cheryl Stubley were the key organisers of the reunion.