This sewing machine accessory was donated with our collection's Wertheim sewing machine accessory box. The box contains twelve accessories, the instruction book and the receipt for the purchase of a Wertheim sewing machine. The receipt was written on July 23rd 1891 by the Wertheim distributor in Melbourne, Hugo Wertheim. His business was the Wertheim Sewing Machine and Hapsburg Piano Depot, trading at 173 Williams Street, Melbourne. The purchaser was Mrs Burrowes from Burrumbeet, Victoria, a district northwest of Ballarat. She paid £6-6 (six pounds and six shillings) in cash. The receipt was signed by H. Wertheim and the other signatory looks like John A. Cherry. Hugo Wertheim (1854-1919) was an agent for his father’s cousin Joseph Wertheim, a well-established sewing machine manufacturer in Germany. He was born in Lispenhausen, Germany, and migrated to Melbourne in October 1875, where he opened a merchandising business at 39 Flinders Lane East. He returned to Germany in 1885 to marry Joseph Wertheim's daughter Sophie Emilie. The couple came back to Melbourne, and Hugo quickly established a substantial business selling sewing machines, bicycles, pianos and other mechanical devices, under brands such as Wertheim, Electra, Planet, Griffin and Hapsburg. He exhibited at agricultural shows and in 1901 at the Pan American Exposition, Buffalo, United States of America. One of his staff was O. C. Beale, who later set up his own piano business in New South Wales. Hugo continued to own 25 per cent of one of Beale's companies, which became Wertheim's Queensland business. In 1908 Hugo Wertheim opened a piano factory in Richmond, Melbourne, aiming to produce 2000 pianos and player pianos a year, predominantly using Australian materials. In laying the foundation stone, Prime Minister Alfred Deakin observed that “few men with such opportunities for a life of ease would have embarked on such an enterprise” Hugo died of chronic hepatitis in 1919 at his home in South Yarra. His eldest son, Herbert Joseph (1886-1972), continued the business. The piano factory closed in 1935, becoming a Heinz food processing plant and in 1955, GTV Channel 9 studios and offices. The Wertheim Sewing Machine Company – Joseph Wertheim (1804–1899) founded the company in 1868 in Frankfurt, Germany. At this time Joseph was the Frankfurt city delegate for the Democratic Party. At its height, the Wertheim factory employed approximately 650 workers. The company used a trademark of a dwarf holding a hammer which is known to have been used until at least 1925, however in 1909 a Star of David was also registered. In 1870 a Wertheim subsidiary was formed in Barcelona, Spain. The business imported and sold complete machines, including the English Jones machine. Locals began calling the sewing machines “las rapidas”, and the business became known as “las casa de las rapidas”. In 1915 production began of a totally manufactured Spanish Wertheim machine. Wertheim in Germany continued manufacturing machines until 1932 when the Wertheim family fled to Spain. Despite converting to Christianity from Judaism, they feared the political unrest in Germany during that time. Wertheim Spain became Rapida SA and was then the sole manufacturer of the Wertheim machines. The factory was managed by Karl Wertheim under the alias Carlos Vallin.The sewing machine accessory is part of a donation that connected to domestic life in 1891 during the Victorian era. It is significant for connecting the Melbourne distributor of Wertheim sewing machines, Hugo Wertheim, to Victoria’s northwest district where the purchaser lived. It is also significant for connecting the Melbourne distributor to the importing of goods from the well-known German manufacturer of early domestic sewing machines, Joseph Wertheim. Adjustable binder for a Wertheim sewing machine. Made by Joseph Wertheim, Germany, and distributed by Hugo Wertheim, William Street Melbourne. Circa 1891flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, warrnambool, maritime museum, maritime village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, wertheim, sewing machine, victorian era, sewing machine accessory, wertheim sewing machine and hapsburg piano depot, wertheim sewing machines, sewing machine foot, seamer foot, domestic machines, dressmaking, home industry, fashion, binder

Two Pair Kid Gloves. One pair Lilac Blue mid length kid. One pair soft blue leather gloves average length. McClure Family. Jessica Dalkin.stawell clothing material

Item in the Waterston collection. Refer Cat No 2410 for service details.Camouflage skin kit consisting of a plastic brown case with press shut lid, inside of lid is a glass mirror, the base has 3 sections of camouflage cream, brown, green and black, cover of lid has a circle with makers name in gold.On lid cover, “ Bohning skin camouflage kit”camouflage kit, accessory, military

Item souvenired by Leslie John Kupke No VX93892 2nd AIF. Refer 2054.2 for his service history. Japanese hand held an (folding type) made from paper and bambooJapanese writing on one side. Rising Sun on the otherpersonal effects - fans, japanese

Donated by Heather McNamara. The purse belonged to her mother-in-law Isobel McNamara B. 3/08/1930Small rectangle tortoise shell coin purse with four compartments lined with blue inside. Decorative plate for engraving (but not engraved)Silver inlay on lid.coin purse, mcnamara-heather, tortoise shell, caldwell-isobel

This glasses case would have contained a small type of spectacles or pince- nez. The original owner is unknown.This item is of minor interest and is kept for display purposes only.Dark coloured, rectangular leather case, hinged to shut tight. It has curved edges and a leather piece folded inside to hold the glasses. The inside is a deep blue velvet . The name of the optician is pasted inside . The item is somewhat scuffed.W.J. AIRD. PTY LTD OPTICIAN ALISON'S BUILDINGS CR. COLLINS ST & ELIZABETH STS. MELBOURNE vintage accessories, warrnambool history

Randall Collection: Selection of badges relating to R Bruce Plowman. 7782.7a three brass and enamel badges, with pins; 7782.7b card from donor describing the badges: Description there of ''St Andrews PWMU'' badge - this is actually inscribed on the badge as: ''PYMBC Union of Victoria''; the 1937 Centenary badge is described by the donor as burning Bush group's but this is not noted on the badge itself; 7782.7c handwritten note from donor explaining some detail as to Plowman family and donor's father - he was an Elder at St. Andrews (when Rev. McLean was minister), he was known as the ''Man from Oodnadatta'' re this Australian Inland Mission work, he was at some stage President of the Bendigo Competitions and on the committee.

Object. Round tobacco tin made of gold coloured metal. Tin has concentric circles of gold and green with black centric section. Written on lid ""De Luxe Dr PAT TOBACCO 2 oz net weight. Black Dymo Label -''Tram Pass''. Tin of twenty-one round metal tokens with enameled front. Concentric circles from edge of blue enamel and white enamel. Suspension piece at crest. Centre section of gold coloured enamel with red shield in centre with gold coloured Southern Cross. Hand above shield holding a stick. On outer blue enamel. "SUPPLY DEPARTMENT PROVINCIAL TRAMWAYS'', On white inner enamel ring ''STATE ELECTRICITY COMMISSION OF VICTORIA''.Imprinted on reverse, Various 3-digit numbers - different on each token.numismatics, tokens, secv provincial tram passes

Used by rider to get good support in saddle and to have more control over horseManufactured and sold by Holden and frost Ca1900Metal curved body with flat base with oval hollow section. Top has slot to enable strap to go throughequine, stirrup

Wooden box lined with blue satin and velvet containing three white handled razors.Made expressly for W. Jno. Baker, Sydney.|W.Jno Baker, 3 Hunter St, Sydney - inscribed on each razor.personal effects-toilet requisites, shaving

A bangle discovered by QC Binks whilst he was out detecting for gold. Silver coloured circlet with a heart shaped fastener. Some tarnish spots evident.bendigo, gold mining, qc binks, qc binks

Metal tongs for curling hair with ornately carved handles.personal effects-toilet requisites, hairdressing

Ribbon Bar worn Pte A F Hoffman 395, 7/Bn; Possible worn on Anzac and Remembrance day commemoration post active service.Ribbon Bar for 1914 - 15 Star; 1914 - 1918 British War Medal; Victory Medal mounted on a brass with stainless steel broach clip.ribbon bar

used on horse tackle during 19th and 20th century by Holden and Frostimported, used and sold individually by Holden and frostNickel and steel half buckleequine, military, civilian, agriculture c1900, buckle

1.) Leather bag cylindrical shape with fixed ends and opening flap on side. There are two straps that hold the bag close. 2 brass rings on the rear side of the bag. Function- to be used to carry spare horse shoes. .2). Iron nails- these appea to be handmade,square shafted nails.australian light horse, leather bag, horse shoe nails

Bag was made to send a parcel to Frederick Gardner DAVEY whilst he was on active service in the UK by Miss B Mur? Item re Frederick Gardner DAVEY DFC No 410533 RAAF. Refer Reg No 3536P for his service details.Hand sewn calico cloth bag. Bag consists of small pieces of cloth sewn together to create the finished product.Handwritten on front in black ink: AUS.410533 FLT/SGT. DAVEY. F.G. KODAK HOUSE KINGSWAY LONDON. W.C.2. Handwritten on front in purple ink: Sender Miss B Mur? Remainder illegible.calico, bags, accessory

From a collection donated by Mary McGowan. Brought to Australia by Mary Russell in 1934, a relative of donorWide fan with Spanish scene painted on gold paper backgroundA la Feria de Sevilla de Vigo Recuerdocostume accessories, female

Black Hair clippersonal effects-toilet requisites, hairdressing

Held by Montmorency/Eltham sub branch for some time; background details uncertain. Likely donated by by family member. Owner was Leslie 'Rocky' Walton (b. 9 Jun 1921) who enlisted at Casino (NSW) on 2 Aug 1942, living at East Preston at the time. He was discharged on 15 April 1946 while posted to 2/43 Aust. Inf. Bn.The kitbag consists of a long, brown, canvas cylinder closed at the bottom. The top has an internal canvas flap and eight brass grommets to allow a drawstring type rope (fitted on this item) to securely close the bag. A metal D-shaped hinged clasp (see photo; 13 cm x 8 cm) to enable fitting of a padlock. A canvas loop (see photo) is sewn to bottom edge of bag to enable rope to be passed through for bag to be slung on shoulder. The name and army serial number of the owner are stenciled in white paint on the side and bottom of the bag. Stenciled on side and bottom of bag ... VX82295 WALTON Laccessory, personal items

Object. Oval shaped copper coloured badge. In the centre is a tree. Written around the edge, "EAGLEHAWK C.C.''Vertical brooch clip on the back.Letters on back ''K C LUKE MELB''numismatics, badges-civil, eaglehawk badge

Brass & enamel badge for Victorian Railways Union, white enamelled centre with gold letters VRU surrounded by a dark blue ring with wording Victorian Railways Union, numbered on back 5408.Broo?an & Kingorganisation, union, transport

Used over horse collar to allow for towing heavier loadImported and retailed by Holden and Frost Ca 1900Steel painted black with bracket hook with kangaroo imprintKangaroo imprinthames, equestrian

Metal cow bell, we believe was imported by HOLDEN and FROST ca1910Used in agriculture ca1910Small metal bell with metal clanger, rectangular shaped with holder on topcow bell, agriculture

Hat Pin with clear cut glass topcostume accessories, hat accessories

Large metal hair clip and an assortment of coloured plastic hair clips and a smaller metal hair clip.hair clips, head ornaments, gibson collection

Roy Leslie Thurlow enlisted 25.5.16 No 2493 in the 60th Batt A.I.F. K.I.A 25.10.17. Refer Cat No 1890P for service history also 649P..1) Badge "Rising Sun" hat badge, pressed blackened metal "rising sun depiction, crown centre, scroll under with "Australian Commonwealth military forces" .2) Badge "Australia" shoulder, curved shape blackened metal with 2 lugs on rear. .3) identity disc, round, aliminium with stamped details re R.Thurlow..3) " R. Thurlow, 2493, 60 BT, A.I.F CE."numismatics - badges -military, military history, identity discs

2 x Hand crafted paper and bamboo umbrellas/parasols with wooden handles. Hand painted with white cranes, red sun and pine branches..umbrella, hand crafted

UNESCO 50th Anniversary Medal