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Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Card - Birthday Card, C1880s
Given to Catherine Morgan Walker by her husband E. E. Walker, father of donor.A birthday card with a vase of flowers on each side and a verse by Cecelia Havergal - 'A Birthday Meditation' - on one side, - 'A Birthday Thought "He Knows" on the other. Card has a a fringe of green silk.wood, dora, walker, catherine, morgan, catherine, walker, edgar edwards, birthday, cards, ephemera -
The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical Collection
Badge - Unit badge and rising sun, Badges
2 x 5/6 RVR unit badges and the rising sun -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Certificate, Town of Kew, Thomas Evan Rand : Roll of Honor of the Town of Kew, 1918
Thomas Evan Rand was born at Hawthorn. He enlisted for service during World War One as an almost 20 year old engineering student, serving with the Australian Flying Corps.A commemorative certificate documenting the war service of Thomas Evan Rand of ‘Urangeline’, Barkers Road, Kew. Thomas Rand was an engineering student when he enrolled as a private in the Australian Army. He embarked on HMAT Orsova A67 on 16 March 1916. He was enlisted in the No 1 Squadron, Flying Corps. The formal certificate records that ‘ Thomas Evan Rand served Australia and the Empire in the Great War and in grateful recognition of his voluntary response to his Country’s Call his name is inscribed on the Roll of Honor of the Town of Kew’. The then Mayor and Town Clerk signed the certificate. [Kew did not become a ‘City’ until 1921]. The certificate highlights emblems and symbols of Australia and Great Britain, and includes the coats of arms of the allies in the war. The certificate is customised with two black and white photographs of Kew: the rotunda in the Alexandra Gardens at left, and boating on the Yarra River at right.Thomas Evan Rand served Australia and the Empire in the Great War and in grateful recognition of his voluntary response to his Country's Call his name is recorded on the Roll of Honor Town of Kew on behalf of the Mayor, Councillors and Burgesses. 1.8.18. E.P. Wynne [Mayor] H. Harrison [Town Clerk]roll of honor (kew), thomas evan rand, world war one, thomas rand, urangeline, kew, australian flying corps, alexandra gardens, wwi, yarra river -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Badge, Mission to Seamen: Harbour Light Guild Melbourne, circa 1950-1960
The lapel badge was worn to signify membership of the Harbour Lights Guild. Variations of this badge were made for different State Guilds by different jewellers or badge manufacturers. Variations also indicated during some eras if the wearer was a full member, worker or honorary.The Harbour Lights Guild was instrumental in securing funds to construct the current building at 717 Flinders Street, and in particular the Memorial chapel and Gymnasium. They were also dedicated volunteers who organised many social functions and events to offer visiting seafarers an opportunity to relax, have fun and socialise away from the ship. The organisation operated from 1906 to the early 1960s in Melbourne and developed an organisational model that was adopted by many branches across Australia and for other global missions.Small round white enamel and gilt lapel badge denoting the Harbour Lights Guild and its association with Mission to Seamen (Mission to Seafarers). The badge incorporates the logo flag of Mission to Seamen.Gold lettering around the edge of the badge: "HARBOUR LIGHT GUILD MELBOURNE" Gold lettering inside central Mission flag: "THE MISSION/TO SEAMEN" Maker's mark on reverse: "K.G. Luke/Melb"volunteers, social, harbour-lights-guild, mission-to-seafarers, membership-tokens, functions, visits, badge, hlg -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Badge - Woods badges, 1917 circa
These badges were almost certainly issued to Leslie Samuel Woods of Albury who enlisted 10 May 1915 having completed first year medicine at Melbourne University. He served a year at the Convalescent Hospital, Harefield UK, before being ordered home to complete his medical studies. He would have completed his studies near the end on 1918 and attempted to re-enlist but had not entered training before the Armistice. Doctor Leslie Woods was a General Practitioner in Albury till his death. He is buried in Albury Waugh Road Cemetery.Well provenanced object illustrating the WWI experience of a young Albury man.Two lapel badges pinned to a piece of paper with a handwritten notation. One is a Demobilised Soldiers badge issued to new recruits training in Australia at the time of the Armistice on 11 November 1918 or those who had enlisted but had not yet been called into camp for training, and the other a Volunteer Home Service Badge issued to employees of the Department of Defence who had volunteered for active service abroad but who had been denied due to their services being required in Australia. ."14-18 War / 'required for Home Service' / to complete medical course. Pulled / out of camp by Gen Fetherson / DGMS"military, wwi, world war one, woods, enlist, enlistment, non-enlistment -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Coin, 1937
From the collection of Margaret ScarlettCommemoration of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth & King George V1Coin size (20c), circular with shank on top for threading of a hanging ribbon. Commemorating the Coronation of their Majesties 1937 May 12th . King George V1 and Queen Elizabeth.|Front - Image of King George and Queen Elizabeth|Reverse - Victorian Coat of Arms.Commemoration of the Coronation of their Majesties 1937trophies & awards, public events -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Flag
Red ensigh reversible Union Jack and six white stars on red background. Older stle pieced together - not printedflag, union jack -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Uniform - SEC Conductors or Drivers Coat, David Klein Pty Ltd
Type of coat worn by SEC tram crews in Ballarat from the mid 1930s through to 1971. Demonstrates the SEC Uniform in 1921. It is significant for its good condition, which is rare for an item of its age.Green woolen coat with brown leather detailing on sleeves and pockets, and three brass buttons. Buttons - "State Electricity Commission of Victoria 1921" Tag - "David Klein PTY LTD" "22 Patrick Street, Melb. 32 3771" "Name J. Mason SEC Ballarat" "Date D.I 258716" "Pure Wool" btm, uniforms, conductors, ballarat tramway museum, coat, jacket -
Vision Australia
Card - Text, Invitation to attend a late afternoon reception to honour volunteers, donors and supporters of Vision Australia Foundation
Summary update of Centenary AppealCard inviting Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell to a late afternoon reception, hosted by the Governor and Lady Gobbo, at Government House, for volunteers, donors and supporters of Vision Australia Foundation.Card inviting Neil Maxwell to a Board Dinner at Kooyong Lawn Tennis Clubnon-fictionelizabeth maxwell, neil maxwell, vision australia foundation -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Badge - 13th LH badge
The 10th Australian Light Horse (VMR) was raised from companies of the pre-federation Victorian Mounted Rifles mainly in the Gippsland area of Victoria. In 1912 it was renumbered 13th Light Horse with the motto Loyal till Death and the territorial title Gippsland. Following World War One the regiment retained its number, title and motto. The regiment trained as a cavalry regiment till August 1940, when it converted from horse to mechanised initially as 13th Motor Regiment then 13th Armoured Regiment. It trained in Victoria and, as the Japanese threat to the mainland declined, was disbanded in October 1943 with men going to other units.Collar badge of the 13th Light Horse (Gippsland) Regiment. Badge has a red fabric backing.light horse, vmr, gippsland, 10th -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Medal - Harold Arthur Thomas Medals, Service medals
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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Certificate - Sunday School Certificate
Methodist Sunday School Union of Victoria and Tasmania. President Rev. Wm. Hunt President of conference 1908-09. Ruby Dowsey of Rowan Street was awarded a pass certificate div.3at the half yearly competitive examination held in Oct. 1908. The certificate is buff in colour with blue and gold decoration. A portrait of Rev. W. Hunt at left.sunday school, methodist school, rev. hunt -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - INFANTRY BADGE, 1950 -1967
Badge issued to Paul Francis Reidy No 3793403 National Serviceman KIA Vietnam. Refer Cat No 2526.2 for his service history and details re his death.Hat badge, pressed brass, crown at top, wreath arrangement around outside, centre crossed rifles, scrolls at bottom with "Royal Australian Infantry Corps". Rear has two lugs with pin through. badges, infantry corps -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Card - Card, ID, John Douglas Kemp
Pink Identity Card 3794778 Private- 83038 White Identification Card (second) issued as first was stolen Name and Numberidentity card, john kemp -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Uniform - Braces, Khaki braces
Army Khaki bracesFontana 318154 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Medal - GEORGE V CORONATION MEDALLION, 1911
George V Coronation Medallion: Inner circle has coat of arms with two ladies leaning on a banner with kangaroo holding a crown on top of banner with an inscription above VICTORIA. Underneath inscribed in a ribbon is 'PEACE & PROSPERITY' Outer circle inscribed 'TO COMMEMORATE THEIR MAJESTIES CORONATION JUNE 22 * 1911' One the back is a picture of the King and Queen in ceremonial dress with the inscription 'KING GEORGE V QUEEN MARY' Box 625.numismatics, medals - commemorative, george v coronation. commemorative medal. -
St Kilda Historical Society
Card - Membership card, Protestant Association of Victoria, The Constitution We Will Support, 1858
The Protestant Association of Victoria was established in 1858. It is distinct from the Victorian Protestant Association that was established in 1917 and was active during and after World War I.The card carries the signatures of the founding members of the Association, including John Pascoe Fawkner, who, after settling in Hobson's Bay in October 1835, amassed large land holdings, was a newspaper proprietor and served on the Legislative Council for 18 years. Cream coloured card certifying the membership of James Hinds of 61 Spring Street as Member no. 17 of the Protestant Association of Victoria on 5 March 1958. Printed in dark brown/purple. Handwriting in black ink. Rules printed on the back.James Hinds of 61 Spring Street was elected as Member of the Protestant Association of Victoria on Friday the 5th of March 1958. Dated this 12th day of July 1958. Signatures of John P Fawkner (President), William Hinds (Treasurer), William Robinson (Secretary). No. 17.1858, john pascoe fawkner, 19th century, protestant association of victoria, victoria - history -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Uniform (Item) - Cap Peaked RAAF Blue Grey
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Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Badge, The Mission to Seafarers, 21st Century
Identifies an MTS member and/or supporter. Worn by Captain Keith Dann a long standing member of MtS State Council, Victoria and subsequent founder of the Hastings branch of MTS. See brief obit Ship to Shore Autumn 2017 p. 7From the personal Collection of Mrs Pat Dann a former member of the Central MtSV and later with her husband Captain Keith Dann supported and founded the Hastings branch of the Mission to Seamen in the late 20th C. Small cast-metal pinned badge in the shape of a flying flag, with inlaid blue enamelling, which bears the flying angel motif and words 'The Mission to Seafarers' Fattorini 0121-236 1307badge, flying angel, pat dann, keith dann, hastings, mission to seafarers -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Uniform - Army Great Coat, 1942 or before
From Mitcham RSLW.W.2Khaki army coat size No.4Named 'Casey" No 389 1942 size 4r.s.l, w.w.2, uniforms -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGES, NEW ZEALAND, C.WW1
Items souvenired by Edwin James Jones No 3511 AIF. Refer 1367.5 for his service history..1) Badge, Brass, curved with letters " NZR" Lugs on rear with one clip .2) Badge, brass, curved with letters " NZRB" Lugs on rear with one clipnumismatics - badges, military history - newzealand, metalcraft - brassware -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Award - School Trophy, 1970s
See Ref. No. 4362Wood Wedge - gold coloured disc in centre. Brass label stating the award.V.S.M.A. Recorder Ensembletrophies & awards, education -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - UNIFORM, AIR FORCE, C.1939 - 45
Belonged to Charles Edward Owen DFC No 409435 RAAF. Refer 1953P for service history..1 Cap peak, blue with RAAF insignia .2 Shirt, light blue cotton polyester .3 Tie satin black colour .4 Braces elastic, leather navy/white stripes .5 Pants wool serge navy blue colour .6 Jacket blue colour with “Australia” shoulder patches, RAAF “Wings” insignia, service ribbons, metal crown and eagle on lower sleeve.uniforms raaf, dfc -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Uniform - Coat Button/s, Stokes and Sons, c1960's and 70's?
Set of six large gold Coat button and four small cap buttons. Has an eyelet or ring fixed to the back and stamped either "Stokes and Sons Victoria" or "Stokes and Sons Australia" 8 additional buttons added from Ron Scholten 11-6-2022.trams, tramways, buttons, mmtb, uniforms -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Badge, 1987
Gold plated oblong badge with City of Nunawading Circular badge. 'City of Nunawading/Valda Arrowsmith/Mayor engraved in black.numismatics, badges -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Uniform - Equipment Web Belt
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Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Certificate - Certificate - Portland City Council, 12/10/1993
Unframed certificate appointing Portland City Council a life Governor of the Portland and District Hospital, 12 Oct 1993. cream card, god decorative border, cerise and gold print -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Coin - QC BINKS COLLECTION: QING DYNASTY COIN #1
A fairly rusted Chinese Qing Dynasty coin that was discovered by QC Binks whilst he was metal detecting for Gold.bendigo, gold mining, qc binks, coin, china, qing dynasty. -
Colac RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Medals x 4, a) Centenary of Melbourne medal. b) Borough & Shire of Colac. 1945 Peace & Victory Medal. c) Coronation Medal 1937. d) Victory Medal 1945, NK
Commemorative medallionsmediumRound commemorative medals x 4. a) Silver coloured medal with a with Red, white and blue ribbon. b) Bronze coloured medal. No ribbon c) Bronze " " with a red, white and blue ribbon d) Silver " " . No ribbon a) Front:- Centenary of Melbourne. 1932. Man looking at city skyline. 1835. Back:- Centenary of Victoria. 1934. Sailing ship/shoreline. 1834 b) Front:- Borough & Shire of Colac. Coat of Arms surrounded by wreath and crossed swords. Back:- Peace and Victory. Surrounded by a wreath c) Front:- King George VI & Queen Elizabeth. Portraits of King and Queen Back:- To Commemorate their Majesties' Coronation d) Front:- Man with a sword on a map of Australia. 1945 Back:- Map -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Programme, 'Casterton News' Print, c. 1942
Programme, Casterton Town Hall Grand Concert, Thursday, November 12th, 1942.