I know there are several MCLEAN researchers out there who may be interested in the following: Jo Currie is currently visiting centres in Australia talking about McLeans and the Highland Clearances. If you want to follow any of these up contact Jean Whimp who is travelling with Jo on JeanWhimp@bigpond.com or after Oct 6th Jean Paton at patonjj@standard.net.au Clan McLean dinner at Geelong on November 10th (Jo is the speaker) Opportunity for McLeans and others interested to talk to Jo in conference room of Motel on November 11th.(9-10.30) AGM of Clan McLean (10.30-12.30) Lunch (needs to be booked) 1.30-4.00 Further opportunity for genie research with computer and book records or to talk with Jo. 12 Nov - Summertime evening talk at GSV 'How Clear were the Highland Clearances?' Bookings gsv@gsv.org.au fax 03 9670 4490 phone 03 9670 7033 Nov 14 - Jean and Jo to Portland where a meeting will take place if enough interest. Nov 15 - Jean and Jo in Hamilton where again, if there is enough interest we will meet informally with Mulleteers or other interested people. I don't have any more details. For further info contact Jean at her email address above. Cheers Beryl O'Gorman Greensborough Victoria Australia List Admin