Mahogany case with parcel gilt pilaster angles, arch top hood and trunk door, dial with subsidiary dial to the arch inscribed, 'Lady Coventry's Minuet, 104 Psalm', eight day movement with a cylinder chiming movement.
Wilkinson, ThomasBusy life at Westminster. Cliques and the effect of the arrival of girls in sixth form. [4.09] Stayed in touch with surprisingly few Westminster schoolmates. [6.21] PHAB. How it has changed over the years. His work gave it more stability, health and safety clearance and financial stability. [10.54] PHAB’s expansion over the years, and possible reasons for its growth. [13.54] Difference between his school days and time as a teacher. School now seems better able to help pupils who are less academically gifted than the others. School takes part in more outreach and charity work. School facilities much better. The Manoukian Music Centre, Millicent Fawcett Hall [theatre], Weston’s [classrooms] and Lawrence Hall [sports centre] were all acquired after his schooldays. [16.20] Difficult to tell if there’s been a change in ethos. Still promotes individuality. [18.07] Effects of internet. [19.25] Effects of increased numbers of pupils. [21.28] How his experience of the school has changed now he’s a teacher. [23.06] Will miss colleagues and pupils, but not the physical place. [26.12] His future plans. His move to the London Academy of Excellence. Potential to make a difference to social mobility. How he will interpret the role. [31.11] Proud moments as a pupil. [33.22] Proud moments as a teacher. The changed atmosphere in Ashburnham. The house publication The Ash Tree and house concerts and plays. The house has become a community. Has enjoyed his time as a teacher.
Three-quarters length portrait; seated at a table, turned to the left, right hand on upright book, left hand on arm of chair, episcopal robes and mortar board, moustache and untidy fringe; curtain in the background.
In a painted oval. Perrot faces left, but is portrayed full face; he wears a white tie and a fine brown coat; he wears a grey wig.
Highmore, Joseph, 1692-1780King George VI presentation medal in red cardboard presentation box. The medal features King George VI and Queen Elizabeth on the front with the reverse reading 'GEORGE VI QVEEN ELIZABETH CROWNED 12 MAY 1937'. The medal ribbon is navy blue with white and red stripes down each side. The Medal was sent to Mr Charles M. O'Brien (OW) to be worn in commemoration of the coronation of the King and Queen.
Medal awarded to Mr. Charles M. O'Brien by King George VI in May 1937.
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