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The pioneering Advanced School for Girls of 1879 evolved to be a central part of Adelaide High School from 1908.
Historical Organisation | By Alison Mackinnon AM | early twentieth century, late nineteenth century
Institutions transplanted to Australia were not always successful but the WEA, brought from England, survived an early period of adaptation before becoming a significant South Australian educational institution.
Historical Organisation | By Denis Binnion | early twentieth century
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