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Ringwood and District Historical Society
Uniform - Jacket, A. Bowley & Co, Navy blue woollen material jacket, used by a girl member of Ringwood Primary School band before 1974 (possibly as early as 1930s), Pre 1974, possibly as early as 1930s
Used by a girl member of the Ringwood Primary School band before 1974, possibly as early as 1930s. The silvered buttons have Edward VII marks. The style of the front fastenings is called plastron.Navy blue woollen material jacket with red collar and pointed cuffs decorated with thin band of bone coloured braid. Collar closed by 2 sets of hooks and eyes, 11 metal buttons down front and 1 inside flat brown button, red epaulettes fixed by silver buttons, 2 small red false gussets on back. +Additional Keywords: McDougall, Lawrence -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Heatherdale Estate
Letter from valuer re land owned by Mrs WatsonLetter from valuer re land owned by Mrs Watson - corner of Purches Street and Canterbury Roads, Vermont (Heatherdale Estate)Letter from valuer re land owned by Mrs Watsonland values, heatherdale estate, watson (mrs), purches street, vermont, canterbury road -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Letter - Moffats, Grocers & Provision Merchants, 1916
Arthur Henry Miers played for cricket, football and baseball teams in Kew for a number of decades in the first half of the twentieth century. He was born on 22 November 1901, the son of Rodolph Theophilus Miers (1874-1951) and Margaret Frances (Margaretta) Fry (1875-1958). He had two brothers, Rodolph Cecil Miers (1904-80) and Charles Wilfred Miers (1906-88), and a sister Marjorie Elizabeth Miers (1911-84). Arthur Miers died in Kew on 25 January 1966, and after his body was cremated, his body was interred in the Mausoleum of Boroondara General (Kew) Cemetery.Testimonial from Moffats, Grocers & Provision Merchants; 137 Glenferrie Rd; Glenferrie re Arthur Miers; dated 1 May 1916arthur henry miers, moffats, grocers & provision merchants -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Sunday trading, 1932
Letter from Mr Edwards of Mitcham in 1932 requesting the Council to allow him to open his confectionery shop and two replies from Council.Letter from Mr Edwards of Mitcham in 1932 requesting the Council to allow him to open his confectionery shop and two replies from Council.Letter from Mr Edwards of Mitcham in 1932 requesting the Council to allow him to open his confectionery shop and two replies from Council.edwards, w.a.e., sweet shops, sunday trading. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Souvenir - PENNANT MOROTAI, 1945
Item souvenired by Cpl H Bacon while on Morotai.Triangular blue felt pennant with text "Greetings from AIF Morotai NEI 1945", two blue stars and a circular tropical harbour scene with battleship and palm trees. Left side is reinforced and has two loops for hanging.flags-events, military history-souvenirs, morotai -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Medal - VICTORIAN GOLD JUBILEE EXHIBITION 1901 TO 1902 GOLD MEDALLION
15 carat gold medallion with hanging loop attached at top with gold coloured link. On obverse: figure of a gold miner down on one knee panning for gold. Miner has red enamel shirt. Word "Bendigo" is engraved below the figure. Around the edge are the words 'Victorian Gold Jubilee Exhibition 1901 - 1902' Reverse side: laurel wreath around edge. Engraved in centre 'Awarded to Sir A.J. Peacock MLA' Below laurel wreath is a small rectangle with engraving '15c' Medallion donated to BHS from estate of George Harris, Axedale.personal effects -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (Item) - Black and white postcard, Rose Stereograph Company, BLACK SPUR HOTEL AND NARBETHONG HOUSE, NARBETHONG, 1913-1967
A digital copy of a black and white postcard of the Black Spur Hotel and Narbethong House in Narbethong.A digital copy of a black and white postcard of the Black Spur Hotel and Narbethong House in Narbethong. A postcard in a series produced by the Rose Stereograph Company in Victoria, Australia as a souvenir of Narbethong. narbethong, victoria, australia, postcard, rose series postcard, the rose stereograph company, p. 2258, souvenir, black spur hotel, narbethong house -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Letter - Malcolm Moore Engineers, 17 Feb 1948
Photocopy of photo of two Port Council workers with accompaning letter from Malcolm Moore Engineersindustry, local government - city of port melbourne, malcolm moore ltd, d matthew - council worker -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - CARWARDINE COLLECTION: CENTRAL STATE SCHOOL BENDIGO
Sepia colour postcard, brown frame, image enclosed in oval shape. Image shows Central State School Bendigo ( now Camp Hill). Two storey building, spire. Children assembled in front of building. Image taken from Rosalind Park looking towards Hustler's Hill. Poppet head visible in back right. Top left corner are the words ''Greetings from Bendigo''. Receipt number 355/16Bendigo C & L Seriesbendigo, business, carwardine soap and candle -
Port Fairy Historical Society Museum and Archives
Postcard, Bank of Australasia, Port Fairy
Bank of Australasia known as the “Ivy” bank for the ivy growing over the face of the buildingColoured (tinted)photograph Bank of Australasia, Port Fairyshop, commercial, bank, sackville street, cox street, ivy bank, australasia -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - COLOUR PATCHES, 1940
Colour Patches are viewed ; in "Portrait position." Black on left, Red on Right. Items issued to Frederick Ernest ADDLEM VX142253. Refer Cat No 432.2 for his service history and 937P..1) Grey felt background Rectangular shape, black and red colours. Rectangular shape in felt , sewn on. .2) Same as above.1) On rear "57/60 BTN" .2) on Rear "57/60 BTN"uniforms - army, unit insignia -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - JACKET AND TROUSERS, BATTLE DRESS, ARMY, Australian Defence Industries, 1981-82
1. Jacket - Khaki colour wool serge fabric, battle dress style, belted at the waist with metal buckle. Green colour plastic buttons. Collar, shoulder epaulettes, two front pockets with button down flap. Shoulder sleeve insignia, navy blue colour with gold embroidered lettering "ROYAL AUSTRALIAN ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERS". Rank Insignia - lower sleeve - Warrant Officer, Class 1. Manufacturers white cotton fabric label, inside left pocket. 2. Trousers - Khaki colour wool serge fabric. green plastic button, metal zipper fly, Fob pocket, two side pockets, one back pocket with button down flap. Manufacturers white cotton fabric label, back inside waistband.1. & 2. Manufacturers information - black ink print "BERENSEN PTY LTD/VICTORIA 1961/62/ NAME/ SERVICE NO./ DRY CLEAN ONLY/ PRESS IN ORIGINAL/ CREASE LINE/ USE DAMP CLOTH OR/ STEAM IRON/ MEDIUM TO HOT RANGE/ CREASE SET BY SIRO SET. Black ink stamp "DM FIELD/ WO2/ 313679".uniform, army, battle dress -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Medal - CHARLES EDWIN HUNT COLLECTION: MEDAL, 1897-1898
Rose gold coloured Medal won by C E Hunt of Ramblers Team for 25 and 50 mile Interclub Championship 1897-8. Presented by Dr B Gaffney 1897-8. Has Hallmark. -
City of Ballarat Libraries
Postcard - Card Box Photographs, St Peter's Anglican Church, Sturt Street
Plate 30, Chuck Photo series.st peter's church, sturt street, building, church, public -
Bendigo Military Museum
Letter - LETTER AND ENVELOPE, 20.12.1942
The letter is from the USA from “Sgt Vernon Phipps 20123125 HQ U.S.A. S.Os, C.W.S, APO 501”, Dated “Dec 20 1942”.1) letter, light fawn paper, has owners name in black print at top of page, “VERNON PHIPPS” and hand writing in blue ink, nothing on rear. .2) Envelope, light fawn colour, front has red Australian Stamp with black postal stamp over, in bottom left a black circular stamp, “Passed by censor USA”, hand written address at top, rear also has “VERNON PHIPPS” in black print..1) Hand addressed to, “My Dear Mrs Guiney”, From “ With kindest regards to all, I am sincerely Vernon Phipps” .2) Letter addressed to Mrs Greta Guiney 126 Sternberg St Bendigo Victoria”letters, envelopes, u.s.a -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter, Ballarat School of Mines, 1908
October inwards correspondence for the Ballarat School of Mines. * School of Mines and Industries, Bendigo (certification of Mine Managers) * Telegram - examination papers * Commonwealth telegram - Ballarat School of Mines battery availability for crushing ten tons. * Letterhead from the Roneo Co., Melbourne * J. Donald of Wallace St, Toorak * Letterhead from York Chambers, 49 Queen Street, Melbourne - signed J. Kaufmann * Letterhead from Cochran & Co - re Cocnran boilers * Letterhead of Thames School of Mines, New Zealand * Letter re James Chambers missing school from his father James Chambers Snr of Talbot * Education Department Circular * letter signed by F.W. Calaby * F.W. Silberberg & Co re crucibles * Letterhead of New Black Horse Mining Company - signed E. Howell * Australasian Institute of Mining Engineers, 57-59 Swanston Street, Melbourne - signed D.L. Stirling * Letterhead of John F. Paterson * Letterhead of the Welcome Stranger Dredging Company, Dunolly - W.J. Parker manager * Letterhead of Nevett and Nevett Barristers and Solicitors, Lydiard Street, Ballaarat * John Barker, H. Barbour * Telegram re Brearley Lyndhurst * Letterhead of the Commonwealth Minerals Co - John F. Paterson, Legal Manager * Query re courses at the Ballarat School of Mines - A. O'Mara * Stone to be crushed, Egerton from J.H. Davidson * Letterhead from 'Terascoa' Port Kembla signed by W.S. Macartney * Letter from Thomas Williams * Letterhead from Australian Institute of Mining Engineers regarding excursion to Toongabbie and Walhalla - Signed D.L. Stirling * Assay from George Brearley of Lyndhurst via Scottsdale * Letterhead of Berry United Deep Leads Limited, Ulina * Embossed leather classes for coachwork from S. Mee of Clunes * The Lord Nelson North Gold Mning Company No Liability signed by Edward H. Shackell * Correspondence from May Consolidated Gold Mining Company, Transvaal signed by Jason Hawthorne * Letterhead of the Northern Assurance Company, 448 Collins St, Melbourne * Letter fom James Lidgett of "Braelands" Myrniong * Gordon sides asking for a reference * Letterhead of Fraser & Chalmers Ltd, Manufacturersw of mining machinery, steam engines, boilers and machinery for systematic milling, smelting and concentration of ores, signed by W.R. Caithness * Letterhead of the Board of Examiners for Engine-Drivers, signed by R. Birrell * Letter concerning outstanding amount due to theBallarat East School of Design, signed by Edward Reid, Manager * Letterhead of the Ballarat Public Library concerning an outstanding amount in the School of Design Account. * Letterhead of the A. Gallenkamp and Co. regarding their new catalogue * Letterhead from the Creswick Advertiser, Albert Street, Creswick * Handwritten letter from John Brittain inviting Ballarat School of Mines students to join him at the telescope weather permitting * Letterhead of Victorian Railways, signed by E.B. Jones * Letterhead of the Ballarat East Town Clerk's Office * Letterhead of Elliott, Maclean and Co. Handwritten letter re Dressmaking from J.H. Wrightrand, south africa, kalgoorlie, school of mines and industries, bendigo, certification of mine managers, bendigo school of mines, telegram, ballarat school of mines battery, roneo co., melbourne, j. donald, york chambers, cochran & co, thames school of mines, new zealand, james chamberseducation department circular, f.w. calaby, * f.w. silberberg & co, crucibles, new black horse mining company, e. howell, * australasian institute of mining engineers, john f. paterson, welcome stranger dredging company, dunolly, w.j. parker, nevett and nevett, john barker, h. barbour, brearley lyndhurst, commonwealth minerals co, a. o'mara, j.h. davidson, 'terascoa' port kembla, w.s. macartney, thomas williams, australasian institute of mining engineers, excursion, toongabbie, walhalla, d.l. stirling, george brearley, lyndhurst via scottsdale, berry united deep leads limited, ulina, embossed leather classes for coachwork, s. mee, clunes, the lord nelson north gold mning company no liability, edward h. shackell, may consolidated gold mining company, transvaal, jason hawthorne, northern assurance company, james lidgett, "braelands" myrniong, gordon sides, fraser & chalmers ltd, mining machinery, w.r. caithness, examiners, ballarat east school of design, edward reid, ballarat public library, school of design, a. gallenkamp and co., creswick advertiser, john brittain, telescope, victorian railways, e.b. jones, ballarat east town clerk's office, elliott, maclean and co., dressmaking, j.h. wright, ausimm, berry united, school of mines and industries bendigo, lyndhurst tasmania, may consolidated gold co germiston transvaal, transvaal, germiston, roneo, thames school of mines, schools of mines, welcome stranger dredging co, cowley copper development syndicate ltd, department of mines, maryborough school, pharmacy board of victoria, tongalla survey camp, ballarat fine art gallery association, central microscopical -
Federation University Historical Collection
Medal - Numismatics, Ballarat School of Mines Presidents Medal presented to Allan Bernaldo, 1916, c1916
The medal was won by Allan Bernaldo who studied Art at the Ballarat School of Mines Technical Art School. The President of the Ballarat School of Mines in 1916 was William Henry Middleton.Gold (15ct) round medal with a shield shape in the centre, and a gold jump link on the top, housed in it's original blue box. It is the Ballarat School of Mine's President's Medal for most meritorious art student and was awarded to Allan Bernaldo. The medal is housed in its original blue velvet box with the following stamped in gold in the inside lining "H.F. Hutton & Co. The jewellers. Ballarat."Hand engraved into the medal: Front:"School of Mines & Industries Ballarat. President's medal 1916 W.H. Middleton" Verso: "Most meritorious student Art School won by Allan Bernaldo". "Hutton & Co 15 ct"ballarat school of mines, allan bernaldo, bernaldo, ballarat technical art school, middleton, numismatics, award, medal -
Melbourne Legacy
Letter - Document, letter, 25/03/1986
This is a copy of a letter to Sir John Leahy in 1986 inviting him to speak at a Legacy luncheon, it was then used as a draft in 1990 for another invitation, this time to Senator Jocelyn Newman, Shadow Minister for Veterans Affairs. Note that women were now being invited to speak at Tuesday luncheons. Legatees met regularly and had guest speakers to entertain and inform on different subjects at their Tuesday Luncheons. This document was from a file of information about guest speakers (see also 00812-00822 and 00829-00837). The Programme Committee was responsible for organising the speakers. A record that the speakers at Legacy functions were from very different walks of life and the subjects spoken about were many and varied. This draft to Senator Jocelyn Newman shows that from 1990 women were invited to speak at Legacy Luncheons. Refer to item 00816 para 3 in regard to changing attitudes.Yellow A4 copy paper, carbon copy of a typed letter to Sir John Leahy, with handwritten pencil updates.Dated 25 March 1986, edits in pencil.speakers, programme committee -
Beechworth RSL Sub-Branch
Souvenir - Cartridge, Memorial, 3 April 1996
Australian munitions is the largest supplier of explosive munitions to the Australian Defence Force. Australian Munitions can trace its ammunition heritage back to the late 19th century, through the establishment of the Colonial Ammunition Company in Victoria. Manufacturing is based at two main regional sites – Benalla in Victoria and Mulwala in New South Wales. The Benalla site produces ammunition, explosive ordnance and other munitions.This cartridge represents the first ammunition delivery from the site upon its opening in 1996.Single 5.56mm cartridge, encased in resin. Text and images on resin."INERT ROUND" "First Ammunition Deliveries from" "ADI'S Benalla Facility" "3 April 1996"cartridge, ammunition, round, adi, australian munitions, bullet -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Postcard - Postcard - Casterton, Victoria, Presbyterian Church, Casterton, Vic, 1960s
Sourced from Casterton Town Hall (former Shire of Glenelg)Black and white postcard, white border; front view of Presbyterian Church, Casterton. No. 1 in a series by 'Latimers', the Rose Series De Luxe.Front: 'Latimers' PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CASTERTON, VIC, NO.1 - in bottom border Back: Rose series trademark and publishing details Blue biro line, arrowed each end, drawn across width of postcard, 3" written above linetourism, casterton -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Medal - Warrnambool City Council Citizenship Award -Cyril Hayward, Mid 20th century
Cyril Hayward came with his wife Joyce to Warrnambool from England in 1955. For 30 years he and his wife were dominant figures in the performing arts organizations in Warrnambool. Cyril Hayward was a leading figure in the Warrnambool Theatre Company as an actor, stage manager, electrician, technician and the person who did any other job that needed to be done. He was a Life Member of the Theatre Company and President of the Warrnambool branch of the Victorian Arts Council, organizer of the weekly talking newspaper for the visually impaired, a tutor for the local Adult Literacy Scheme, a founding member of the Warrnambool Probus Club and was on the building committee for the development and building of the Performing Arts Centre in Warrnambool. The Warrnambool City Council gives Citizenship Awards annually.This is a significant item because it was an award received by Cyril Hayward, a prominent person in the Warrnambool Arts scene for 30 years.This is a bronze-coloured medallion presented to Cyril Hayward as a citizenship award in 1982. It is circular in shape with the crest of the City of Warrnambool on one side and a laurel wreath with inscriptions on the other. It has a ring at the top for hanging the item. It is in a black leather box lined with red velvet and white silk and includes a small metal stand to display the medallion. Medallion – City of Warrnambool, Dieu et Mon Droit, By These We Flourish Citizenship Award, Cyril Hayward, 1982, Stokes Melb. Box – Stokes(A/Asia) Limited, Melbourne, Australia, estd. 1856 cyril hayward, warrnambool city council -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Postcard, The Rose Series, 1955c
Black and white postcard of portion of Esplanade, showing petrol bowser, Newsagency, National Bank, a cafe advertising Sennitts Ice Cream, Central Hotel in distance. Also cars on roadway. Lakes Entrance VictoriaThe Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Victownship, retail trade -
Lakes Entrance Regional Historical Society (operating as Lakes Entrance History Centre & Museum)
Postcard, 1920c
Also black and white 9 x 14 cm copy, but not Vogt, inscription The Esplanade, Lakes EntranceBlue and white postcard showing a section of the western end of Esplanade, showing lake, foreshore, Vize's Cafe, Bellevue Guest House, Police Station, Maranui Guest House and, partially hidden by trees, residential houses. Lakes Entrance VictoriaLakes Entrance Gippsland Lakesguesthouses, township, police, retail trade -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Framed Letter and medals, Circa 1918
Of Historic Importance.Letter from King George. With returned from active Service Badge. British War Medal 1914 - 1920. Victory Medal WW 1 Service Medal.4221Pte H.C.Jukes 6AIF -
Bendigo Military Museum
Medal - RIBBONS & MEDALS, Post 1965
Items in collection of Murray Stanley Metherall. Refer Cat No 590.2 for his service details..1) Service Ribbons - Vietnam Campaign, National Medal Ribbon with clasp, South Vietnam Ribbon has silver coloured clasp '60'. .2) South Vietnamese Campaign Medal. Green & white striped ribbon. Medal brass coloured 6 pointed star mounted with white enamel 6 pointed star & green enamel circular centre with enamel map of South Vietnam. Brass coloured clasp '1960' attached to ribbon. .3) Minature of .2) without the clasp..2) & .3) On back of medal: “CHIEU-DICH, VIETNAM, BOI-TINH”vietnam, medals, ribbons, campaign -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGE AND BOX, Post 2010
The badge was issued on application as part of the Australian Defence Veterans Covenant. This one was issued to Peter James Dodd. Refer Cat No 2436.2P for his service details.Australian Defence Veterans badge and presentation box..1) Australian Defence Veteran. .2) Australian Defence veteran.badges, presentation, military -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Uniform - Uniform, RAN, Miscellaneous Units
In a black frame there seven hat bands from various units from RAN who served in Vietnam. The first is R.A.N. Band Vietnam and the last is R.A.N. Staff Office HQ Australina Force Vietnamran, cerberus collection, naval hat band -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Stubby Holder, n.d
Neoprene wrap around stubby holder, covered in black fabric, red lettering with red cartoon fireman. Velcro fastening.Front: 'PORTLAND URBAN FIRE BRIGADE' -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Medal - Army Medals, c.1945
.1 Board of five medals and ribbons, one bronze type 6 pointed star 1939-45, one bronze type 6 pointed star the pacific star. One round silver medal 1939-45 defence medal, King George VI on face, English Coat of Arms on reverse. One round silver medal, King George on face, 1939-45 lion above dragon on reverse. One round silver medal King George VI on face, 1939-45, Aus Service medal, Aust Coat of Arms on reverse.|.2 Two small enclosed V shaped badge with crown anchor and sunburst, with returned from active service written on the V, with two mounting pins on rear.|.3 Small badge white enamel background with circle in centre. Returned Servicemans Badge; No 58 at head of medal. Two mounting pins on rear.|ALSO RECEIVED WITH DONATION: Cert No 193800; Certificate of discharge from Aust military forces, for VX25837; Dated 4/10/1945|Sgt Jack Eric Town; 2/11 Aust Field Regiment; R.A.A.|Photograph of head and shoulders of soldier, hand tinted photo, soldier in uniform, with slouch hat and chin strap, sunburst lapel badged, and Aust badge on epaulets, colour patch on shoulder.military history, army -
Bendigo Military Museum
Badge - BADGE COLLECTION, 1930' - 45
Items in the collection re Ian McLeod RWAFF, refer Cat No 2262.2 for service details..1) Badge, metal, blackened brass, crown on round plate with pin. .2) Badge, pressed metal, gold colour .3) Badge, pressed metal, gold colour, crown with red felt insert .4) Badge, pressed metal, gold colour .5) Same as .4) .6) Badge small, pressed metal crown attached to larger backing plate badges, collection