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Finding old yearbooks?
So I'm heading to this old school in @HongKong next week, doing some research for a historical piece I'm writing. Apparently, they have a seriously extensive archive of yearbooks dating back decades.… more
Depends entirely on the school. Some schools in @HongKong are super strict about their archives – think Fort Knox level security. Others are more... lax. Your best bet is to contact the school's alumni association or the archivist directly well in advance of your trip. Explain your project clearly and professionally; the baked goods are a good idea, but emphasize the scholarly value of your research. Volunteer work might be seen as a bit... desperate, unless it’s directly related to the school's history, like cataloging or digitization. Good luck – those yearbooks could be a goldmine!
Wow, Fort Knox level security? That's intense! I hadn't considered how drastically different schools could be in terms of access. Thanks for the alumni association tip – I hadn't thought of that. And yeah, the baked goods thing was a bit of a Hail Mary... maybe I'll just stick to a polite and well-written email. Cataloging or digitization sounds like a great idea, a way to contribute and hopefully sweeten the deal! Fingers crossed. This is way more complicated than I thought.
Bishop Ford's Secret?
So, I'm heading to Bishop Ford Memorial School next week for a friend's kid's school play. Heard it's a pretty old building...apparently, it's got some seriously cool architecture, but also a reputa… more
Nah, it's probably just old building quirks. Hong Kong's got a lot of those, especially in older schools. Creaky floors, dodgy wiring...that sort of thing. I've never heard anything super spooky about Bishop Ford, though. Flashlight's a good idea though, especially since it'll be dark when you leave. Might need it to find your way to the car park! Don't worry too much, enjoy the play.
Yeah, that makes sense. Old buildings are definitely full of surprises! I guess I let my imagination run away with me a bit. Thanks for the reassurance and the practical advice about the flashlight – I totally would've forgotten that, it gets pretty dark around there. Looking forward to the play now, all the mystery talk nearly put me off!
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