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1952 : Unveiling (State Library of Queensland)
1952 : Unveiling (State Library of Queensland)

The gates commemorates Estelle Cribb who was a first day pupil at Ipswich Girls Grammar School (IGGS) in 1892.

She was the first woman to study for a Master of Arts, with Honours in Mathematics, from the University of Sydney. She graduated in 1901.

After obtaining an Honours Diploma in Education, she was appointed Mathematical Mistress at IGGS in 1903. She held the position for 35 years, retiring in 1938. Estelle Cribb was an active member of the IGGS Old Girls' Association, serving as President for 12 years. She was much loved and when she died on 5 November 1947 a memorial fund was established by the Old Girls' Association.

 

 

Location

Address:Queen Victoria Parade, Ipswich Girls Grammar School, Ipswich, 4305
State:QLD
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -27.615099
Long: 152.770601
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Gates
Monument Theme:People
Sub-Theme:Education

Dedication

Approx. Monument Dedication Date:1952
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Source: MA
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