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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - JAMES LERK COLLECTION: BENDIGO CENTRAL BOTTLE CLUB NEWSLETTER
... from ''Bendigo and Vicinity'' 1895 re business and life... from ''Bendigo and Vicinity'' 1895 re business and life history ...Bendigo Central Bottle Club Newsletter - James Lerk Collection, Vol 7, No. 3 (ca. Jan/Feb 1982) Includes: one-page reproduction of invoice from Conrad Dumerth (General Cooper and Cellarman - Sandhurst Cooperage, Williamson St) ca. 1920s; reprint from ''Bendigo and Vicinity'' 1895 re business and life history of Mr T. Davies (Messrs T Davies & Co) - aerated waters and cordial makers, 110 High St.; sketches of bottles - Charlie Runtings, Bendigo and Peters Chemist, Pall Mall, Bendigo. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Folder, Herald and Weekly Times, Our Australia, 2002c
... of Australian life and history. It was a lift out from the Herald Sun... various aspects of Australian life and history. It was a lift out ...Series containing information about various aspects of Australian life and history. It was a lift out from the Herald Sun newspaper.Looseleaf folder containing parts 1-3, 6-7, 9-10, 13 of a 14 part seriesaustralia history -
Queenscliffe Maritime Museum
Photograph - Photograph of Mr. W (Bill) Mouchmore, B&W photo of Mr. Biil Mouchmore, 1960
... Queenscliffe life boat crew history...-and-the-bellarine-peninsula Queenscliffe life boat crew history Queenscliffe ...Queenscliffe life boat crew historyQueenscliffe life boat crew in 1960B&W photo of Mr. W [Bill] Mouchmore, taken in 1960Reverse " Bill Mouchmore at wheel of new (Queenscliffe) life boat 1960 Neville Bowler Age " -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Document - MACHIN, Gladys
... Machin’s (nee Wallace) life history and associated articles... Machin’s (nee Wallace) life history and associated articles ...Two items about Gladys Machin's history: 1/ Handwritten photocopies, partial history of Gladys Ellen Machin, undated and unknown author. 2/ A 37 page printout of Gladys Ellen Machin’s (nee Wallace) life history and associated articles, reprinted, concerning Gladys’ achievements, lifetime awards, includes photocopied photographs, newspaper articles and official invitations from her public life, undated.machin gladys ellen, caulfield, machin joan, machin ron, machin marjorie, wallace gordon, machin leslie, councillors, citizen of the year, justice of the peace, mothers clubs, resident action, returned servicemans league clubs, mayors, meals on wheels -
Geelong Cycling Club
Book, Pedals Politics and People, 1977
... Autobiography of the life history of Sir Hubert Opperman...-peninsula Autobiography of the life history of Sir Hubert Opperman ...Autobiography of the life history of Sir Hubert Opperman, a politician and world renowned cyclist in the mid 1900s. As a professional cyclist Opperman broke or established 101 state, Australian and world records in an incredible 24 hours of non stop cycling at the old Sydney velodrome. In Europe his wins in the Paris-Brest-Paris road race, the classic 24 hour Bol D'Or and setting a new Lands End John O'Groats record. He twice participated in the Tour de France.This book is an excellent reference for the world of cycling and politics in Australia.Signed autobiography title 'Pedals, Politics and People by Hubert Opperman, Hard backed copy and paper cover. The title is on a blue background and the remainder depicts photographs of spectators, with two main photographs superimposed over the spectators. One of the photographs is of Menzies and Opperman and the other is of Opperman riding a track cycle. "To the Millikan family/With best wishes/from/Hubert Opperman 'Oppy'"hubert opperman; tour de france; paris-brest-paris road race; pedals politics and people; dunlop grand prix; millikan family; -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Light & Life, c 1997
... book-Light-&-Life Anglican-church-Gippsland history...A paperback book, titled "Light & Life a History... HUT. A paperback book, titled "Light & Life a History ...This book was a Slab Hut display item. It was published to mark the 75th anniversary of the Anglican diocese of Gippsland.This book is a useful reference on the history of the Anglican church in Gippsland.A paperback book, titled "Light & Life a History of the Anglican church in Gippsland. It was compiled by I.T. Maddern. The front and back cover has a sepia photograph of a woman standing outside a bark hut. The book contains b/w photographs of churches an d clergy of the Gippsland Anglican churches until 1977.. On the back cover is the emblem of the diocese.On front cover in black print - SLAB HUT.book-light-&-life anglican-church-gippsland history-churches-gippsland -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Archive - Research notes on Allan Whittaker, 5 Aug 2009
... Research notes on the life and family history of Allan... on the life and family history of Allan WHITTAKER. Ten pages, A4 ...Early records researched by Chris McCONVILLE, historian, MUA Whittaker Committee.Research notes on the life and family history of Allan WHITTAKER. Ten pages, A4 photocopies. Page 1 missing, dated 05.08.2009. Includes Whittaker's military record; also details relating to the shooting at Princes Pier, 1928families, piers and wharves - princes pier, piers and wharves - waterside workers, societies clubs unions and other organisations, mua whittaker committee, chris mcconville -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - LIFE'S WORK, A BRIEF HISTORY OF FLORA HILL SECONDARY COLLEGE, 2007
... Life's Work, a brief history of Flora Hill Secondary... College Education Bendigo - History. Jaan Butler Life's Work ...Life's Work, a brief history of Flora Hill Secondary College 1916 - 2006. Published by Flora Hill Secondary College, 23 pages with photographs, illustrations, some colour.Jaan Butlerschool, history, flora hill secondary college, flora hill secondary college, education, bendigo - history. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - ROBERT CARR: CORRESPONDENCE AND LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION
... ROBERT CARR: CORRESPONDENCE AND LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION...Robert Carr - correspondence to BHS and life history... and life history information sent back to writer re Carr (Great ...Robert Carr - correspondence to BHS and life history information sent back to writer re Carr (Great Extended Hustlers). Robert Carr was born Magherfelt Ulster 1833 and educated in agricultural pursuits. He arrived at Eaglehawk (part of Sandhurst) 4 miles from Bendigo in 1853 and began alluvial mining in 1855. Robert was on the committee to establish the Presbyterian Church at Eaglehawk. Robert began reef mining at Hustlers and Extended Hustlers mines and was manager in 1881. Robert was also a past Secretary of Oddfellows. In the years 1871-2 the mine yielded marvellous cakes of gold. He was a model mine manager. During 1872 he was on the committee of School of Mines. In the year 1873 he fell 60 feet down an abandoned shaft and not badly hurt. Robert died in May 1893, aged 60 years, and at the time of death was director of Great Extended Hustlers, Hustlers Company. 'A person of uprightness, frankness and integrity.'person, individual, robert carr, presbyterian church eaglehawk, hustlers, extended hustlers and great extended mines, oddfellows, school of mines bendigo. -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, BPA Print group Pty Ltd, 11 Evans St Burwood, Vic 3125, 50 Years and More A History of Surf Life Saving Victoria, First published 2002
... 50 Years and More A History of Surf Life Saving Victoria... A comprehensive history of Life Saving Victoria for over... A comprehensive history of Life Saving Victoria for over 50 years Surf ...History of Life Saving Victoria for over 50 yearsBlue and gold hard cover with stylized figure of life saver on front cover with multi coloured blue cover on back with small boxed copy of front cover figure. Taken from painting Beltman and Co by Brian St Alban Smith 1958. 548 pages followed by lists of award winners both individuals and clubs. Title and authors in dark blue text.History of Life Saving Victoria for over 50 yearswarrnambool, surf life saving victoria, surf championships, shark attacks, surf boats -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical document, John James Jeffery, 1957o
... Details the life and family history of John James Jeffery... Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Details the life and family history ...Details the life and family history of John James Jeffery, his English roots and his time in Greensborough as a poultry farmer. Prepared by his son John Jefferey in 2008.Gives the origin of Jeffery Court, (off Nepean St).2 x A4 pages.Family history of John James Jeffery, john james jeffrey, poultry farm, nepean street, greensborough, arthur street greensborough. -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Book - Life Assurance, History of the I.O.O.F. in Australia and Victoria
... International Order of Oddfellows History Life Assurance... grampians International Order of Oddfellows History Life Assurance ...International Order of Oddfellows History Life Assurance Tables - Contributions - Family Income Benefits Pure Endowment Surrender Values and Loan Values - Loyal Wimmera Lodge No. 91Navy Blue Ring Folder -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, The Outline of History Vol 1
... The Outline of History Vol 1 Being a Plain History of Life... library great ocean road h g wells the outline of history vol 1 ...This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. The Outline of History Vol 1 Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind with maps & Plans by J. F. Horrabin Author: H G Wells Publisher: Waverley Book Co Ltd Date: 1925Label on spine cover with typed text PAT F 909 WEL Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Public Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service Front loose endpaper has a stamp from Corangamite Regional Library Service Fly paper has a stamp from Corangamite Regional Library Servicewarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, h g wells, the outline of history vol 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, The Outline of History Vol 2
... The Outline of History Vol 2 Being a Plain History of Life... 2 Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind Author: H G ...This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1942 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. The Outline of History Vol 2 Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind Author: H G Wells, with Maps & Plans by J F Horrabin Publisher: The Waverley Book Co Ltd Date: 1925 Label on spine with typed text PAT F 909 WEL Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Public Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service Front loose endpaper has a stamp from Corangamite Regional Library Service Fly paper has a stamp from Warrnambool Mechanics Institutewarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, the outline of history, h g wells -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Booklet, Dhurringile and The Delle's, 2001
... Written to record family history of life on Dhurringile... Tatura the-murray Written to record family history of life ...Written to record family history of life on Dhurringile farm and early history of tomato growng at Dhurringile and TaturaInside a plastic bag. White cover, brown writing, blue border. Sketches of caravan truck, tomato, fish, farmer, cow, dog, snake. Photo of truck used for delivering tomatoes to Melbourne market on back coverdhurringile, dell vergin family, tatura, tomato industry, books, history, local, rural, industries -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, Dhurringile & The Delle's, 2001
... Written to record family history of life on Dhurringile... Tatura the-murray Written to record family history of life ...Written to record family history of life on Dhurringile farm and early history of tomato growing industry at Dhurringile and TaturaIn a plastic bag. Black and white copy of covers of Book 4214dhurringile, delle vergin family, tatura, tomato industry, books, history, local, rural, industries -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Book, Janet Race, The Story of My Mother - Mary Florence Trew Russell nee Wettenhall, 2016
... record of her life is a tribute to a woman who was kind... record of her life is a tribute to a woman who was kind ...Mary Florence Tre Russell nee Wettenhall This written record of her life is a tribute to a woman who was kind and caring and extremely capable in the various challenges that life threw her. History of the Wettenhall FamilyGrey card cover with a B/W photo of a woamn wearing a hat carrying a parcel and handbag with glovesThe Story of my Motherstawell -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Book, Alan Marshall (1902-1984), The Complete Stories of Alan Marshall with pen drawings by Noel Counihan, 1977
... Author Alan Marshall lived in Eltham for some of his life... Marshall lived in Eltham for some of his life and wrote the history ...A collection of sad, funny, warm and tragic real stories. Author Alan Marshall lived in Eltham for some of his life and wrote the history: "Pioneers & Painters: One Hundred years of Eltham and its Shire" published in 1971.497 pagesnon-fictionA collection of sad, funny, warm and tragic real stories. Author Alan Marshall lived in Eltham for some of his life and wrote the history: "Pioneers & Painters: One Hundred years of Eltham and its Shire" published in 1971.short stories -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Book, Colac & District Family History Group Inc, Pioneering days: a woman's life, 2013
... Pioneering days: a woman's life. Colac & District Family...: a woman's life. Book Colac & District Family History Group Inc. ...This is a collection of stories and newspaper clippings that relate to the women of the Colac district during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Over 300 women, some with a lot of information, others only covering a few lines, have been recorded. Many often would have had overwhelming issues to face in their day-to-day lives, with loneliness, lack of close communication and medical help, bad or unmade roads and harsh living conditions, ensuring that their children were fed. Pioneering days: a woman's life. Colac & District Family History Group Inc (comp.). 1st ed. Colac (Vic); Colac & District Family History Group Inc; 2013. vi, 284 p.; illus. ISBN 978 0975 0679 1 8 Soft cover.colac; otways; families; articles; -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book - Novel, H Rider Haggard, author, Smith and the Pharaohs and other tales, 1920
... , country life, social history, travel, novels and romances... history, works on agriculture, country life, social history ...H. Rider Haggard (1856-1925) (Sir H. Rider Haggard), was a British author of fiction and non-fiction works and had letters and articles published in newspapers and journals. The page opposite the book's Fly page lists some of the topics Rider Haggard covered; Parliamentary Blue Book, political history, works on agriculture, country life, social history, travel, novels and romances. This edition of the book was published for Laurie's Colonial Library by the firm T. Werner Laurie Limited of London. It was made specifically for the British Colonies and India. This book is part of Flagstaff Hill's Pattison Collection.This edition of the book was published by T Werner Laurie as part of Laurie's Colonial Library, books destined only for the British Colonies and India, The book has additional importance for its connection to the Pattison Collection, which, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institutes’ Collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and its important role in people's intellectual, cultural and social development throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance.Smith and the Pharaohs and other tales Author: H Rider Haggard Publisher: T Werner Laurie Ltd Date: 1st published 1920 Inscriptions include a label, stickers, stamp and a handwritten inscription. This book is part of the Pattison Collection.Label: "PAT FIC HAG" Sticker: "Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library" covered by a sticker"Corangamite Regional Library Service" Stamp: "Warrnambool Mechanics Institute" Handwritten: "1301" Fly page note: "COPYRIGHT EDITION / ALL RIGHTS RESERVED / This Edition is issued for sale and circulation in the British Colonies and India, and must not be imported into the Continent of Europe or the United States of America." flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, warrnambool, maritime museum, maritime village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, pattison collection, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, mechanics’ institute library, warrnambool library, free library, corangamite regional library service, smith and the pharaohs and other tales, smith and the pharohs, h rider haggard, sir h rider haggard, t werner laurie ltd, laurie's colonial library, british colonial books, 1950 -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Binder, Locals & Former Residents Personal Recollections
... , Township of Tatura 1879, Matt Patterson's life story, Dhurringile... Olympic Games, Township of Tatura 1879, Matt Patterson's life ...Various stories written by local and former Tatura residents. Includes trip by school children to 1956 Olympic Games, Township of Tatura 1879, Matt Patterson's life story, Dhurringile Mansion history by J Lowry, W Doller and R NewnhamPlastic cover, black and white cartoon like characters and grave yard scene on front. Contains plastic sleeves each with printed material.tatura and district, documents, history, tatura residents, 1956 olympic games, tatura 1879, matt patterson, dhurringile mansion history, j. lowry, w. doller, r newnham -
City of Ballarat
Artwork, other - Public Artwork, Ratartat, Crossing Rubicon, 2008
... , representing different aspects of Sebastopol’s community life... community life and history. Ratartat is an artistic collaboration ...“This public art project honours the people and suburb of Sebastopol, as well as providing a strong visual identity for Albert Street. It will make the street a lot more attractive and welcoming. The project is the outcome of extensive consultation with groups and individuals in the Sebastopol community, who have made suggestions both as to the nature of the project but also the aspects of life in their community they wanted to represent through the artwork.”Crossing Rubicon by Ratartat is located in Albert Street, Sebastopol, Ballarat. A row of 16 lampposts in Sebastopol’s main street are topped with large enamelled steel sculptures of trees, representing different aspects of Sebastopol’s community life and history. Ratartat is an artistic collaboration of Ballarat-based artists Geoff Bonney and Pete Widmer. The name, Crossing Rubicon, refers to Rubicon Street, the boundary between Redan and Sebastopol. The street was named after the Rubicon River, an ancient boundary between Italy and Gaul. Julius Caesar’s decision to cross the river, thereby rebelling against the Roman Senate, gave rise to the expression “crossing the Rubicon”, meaning going past the point of no return.Sixteen powder-coated steel sculptures mounted on light polesrubicon, sebastopol, ratartat -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Book, The Courier Ballarat, "The Lake ... the story of our greatest treasure", 6/11/2003 12:00:00 AM
... , Ballarat, 6 November 2003. Features the history, precincts, life... the history, precincts, life, flora and fauna of the Lake Wendouree ...Fifty six page Newspaper supplement, titled "The Lake ... the story of our greatest treasure", published by The Courier, Ballarat, 6 November 2003. Features the history, precincts, life, flora and fauna of the Lake Wendouree and Botanical Gardens. Includes many articles, photographs of the lake, Olympic games rowing in 1956, Ballarat Tramway Museum (p31) with a photo of inside the depot, a timeline and many advertisements by local companies. The centre pages has an aerial photograph of the lake with features numbered, including the depot.trams, tramways, lake wendouree, botanical gardens, olympics, btm -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Book, IPC Books Pty Limited, Australia-The First Hundred Years-Being a facsimile of Volumes I & II of the Picturesque Atlas of Australia-1888, 1886
... and summarised conception of Australasian history and life from the days... of Australasian history and life from the days of the earliest Portuguese ...The Picturesque Atlas was designed to give a graphic and summarised conception of Australasian history and life from the days of the earliest Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch, English and French navigators to the 1880's, embracing such salient events as the landing of Captain Cook in 1770. the discoveries of voyagers, explorers an pioneer missionaries; the founding of the different colonies; the establishment of representative government and the marvellous political, commercial and social development which characterises the people of Australia.Dust cover has an illustration depicting Circular Quay, West Side in the early days of Australia.non-fictionThe Picturesque Atlas was designed to give a graphic and summarised conception of Australasian history and life from the days of the earliest Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch, English and French navigators to the 1880's, embracing such salient events as the landing of Captain Cook in 1770. the discoveries of voyagers, explorers an pioneer missionaries; the founding of the different colonies; the establishment of representative government and the marvellous political, commercial and social development which characterises the people of Australia.history, australia, explorers, voyagers, missionaries, politics, commercial development, social development -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, The border of the Heytesbury, 1937
... . It is a fine history of life in the Naringal/Cudgee/Heytesbury Forest... history of life in the Naringal/Cudgee/Heytesbury Forest area ...This book has been written by Alice Goldstraw in 1937. It is a fine history of life in the Naringal/Cudgee/Heytesbury Forest area at the end of the 19th century. There are accounts of the bushland, the school and the people in the area. Alice Goldstraw (d. 1967) was the daughter of George and Robina Goldstraw who were pioneer farmers in the Cudgee area. The Goldstraw families were prominent in the early history of Warrnambool and district, especially as timber millers and sawyers. This book is of considerable importance as it is a rare copy of ‘The Border of the Heytesbury’ written by Alice Goldstraw. It provides a wealth of material for researchers. An index to the book has been compiled by the Warrnambool and District Historical Society. This is a soft cover booklet of 34 pages. It has a buff-coloured cover with black printing and blue lines on the front cover. There is also a Warrnambool & District Historical Society stamp on the front cover. There are eleven chapters on ‘The Border of the Heytesbury’ and one chapter on ‘Some People in the Heytesbury’. The printed pages are divided into two columns. The pages have been stapled but the staples have been removed.history of cudgee/naringal/heytesbury forest area, history of warrnambool, alice goldstraw -
Federation University Art Collection
Painting - Artwork, Tully, Allison, 'Menage Acqua' by Allison Tully, 2000
... ), Trevor Tagliabue (sculpture, life drawing and art history... (sculpture, life drawing and art history) and Tina Fitzgerald ...Allison TULLY Allison Tully was a Visual Art Student at Horsham TAFE under lecturers Ewen Ross (painting and prntmaking), Trevor Tagliabue (sculpture, life drawing and art history) and Tina Fitzgerald (textiles). Allison worked at the Horsham Art Gallery as an Education Officer. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.A tryptich in blue. art, artwork, allison tully, horsham campus art collection -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Posters – Set of 3 A4 posters depicting the early days and people in the Kiewa Valley
... of the history of the Kiewa Valley. 1. Titled - ‘Life wasn’t meant... of the history of the Kiewa Valley. 1. Titled - ‘Life wasn’t meant ...In the 1830’s, European pastoralists started moving south from NSW into the Alps. In 1836, cattle grazing began around Omeo and the runs spread out into the foothills. The higher country was used for summer grazing and huts were built for shelter and storage during stock mustering. The lure of gold brought many people to the Alps from around 1850 to 1900. Bushfires destroyed the forests around Melbourne in 1939 and the boom in house-building after World War II ked to increased demand for timber from the Alps. This resulted in the building of a network of roads which helped open up access to the Alps. The early 1940’s brought the first of many workers to the Alps for the planning and construction of the Hydro-Electric Scheme. These were the pioneers and early settlers of the Kiewa Valley and provided a wealth of characters and a tapestry of stories and adventures to be handed down to future generations.These 3 posters, which were most likely produced for promotional purposes provide a glimpse into the early lives of the pioneer families of the Kiewa Valley through pictures and verse. They show their lifestyle and outline the hardships they had to endure in living and working in the Alpine region. They also highlight the early arguments regarding grazing in the high country which would ultimately lead to the end of the long traditions of the high country cattle men. Set of 3 A4 size posters with black and white photographs and text and colour background depicting various parts of the history of the Kiewa Valley. 1. Titled - ‘Life wasn’t meant to be easy’ Describes early life for Kiewa Hydro workers. 2. Titled - ‘Cattlemen of the High Plains’ Describes a brief history of life of the cattlemen of the high plains 3. Titled – ‘There are Places I’ll remember’ Depicts early photographs of residents of the Kiewa Valley, also includes the words from a John Lennon song as per poster title. Printed on each poster – Poster designed by Dyanne Photography - Wodonga 1. Printed at bottom of poster – Sources: G Napier and G Easdown “The Kiewa Story” 1993. Southern Hydro Archives, N Hetherington and R Hollands. G Gardner “The Kiewa Kids” 1998. 2. Printed at bottom of poster – Sources: D Purland. Handwritten at top of poster- Poster 4 3. Printed at bottom of poster – Sources: B Roper, W Davies, D Higginson, H Ryder. Handwritten at top of poster- Poster 3 kiewa valley; tourism; lifestyles -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - PETHARD COLLECTION: CANADIAN PICTURES, 1887
... by the Marquis of Lorne K.T. A book of history & life in Canada. Brown.... A book of history & life in Canada. Brown cover with gold ...Pethard collection,Hard cover book Canadian Pictures by the Marquis of Lorne K.T. A book of history & life in Canada. Brown cover with gold lettering & scenes, published by the Religious Tract Society London. Black and white illustrations drawn with pen and pencil printed by R.Clay sons and Taylor printers London. Contains fold out map in colour. Presentation certificate inside front cover reads, presented to Mr.G.A.Pethard by the members of the Mount Pleasant Glee class on his leaving Ballarat for Warragul, as a small token of esteem. Ballarat 20th May 1887. Some of the items in the Pethard Collection were donated by Barbara Bessley. The donor worked for the trustee for the Pethard Estate and to prevent the material being disposed of, she retained it. George Pethard, in his role as Mayor of Bendigo, was active in community organisations and was a member of a contingent which travelled overseas to promote Victoria. The items in this collection help to illustrate some oof Pethard's work for Bendigo and the State of Victoria.Marquis of Lorne K.T.books, albums, canada -
Melbourne Legacy
Article, Bulletin VALE Legatee Alfred Newcombe Kemsley
... to the Minister for the Army. He joined Legacy in December 1923."His life... to the Minister for the Army. He joined Legacy in December 1923."His life ...An article from the Melbourne Legacy Bulletin on the death of Legatee Alfred Newcombe (Kem.) Kemsley, a long serving Legatee. The Bulletin published articles on Legatees when they passed away. The article includes the words of Legacy President Bruce Wilson at the service at Brighton Town Hall and Legatee Ken Clark's address. Also the Eulogy from Wing Commander Peter Isaccson. He enlisted in March 1915 in the AIF as Private Kemsley and sailed for Egypt. By the end of his war service in 1919 he was Staff Captain, Australian Corps HQ. In the second World War he began his service as a Staff Captain DADOS 4th division. In 1942 Lt Colonel AAOC and in 1943 he was promoted to Colonel as business advisor to the Minister for the Army. He joined Legacy in December 1923."His life is the history of Legacy. He served as an advisor to countless Legacy widows and children, and took a dominant leadership role in all Legacy activities." The article was part of an album of past presidents and prominent legatees from 1965 to 1989. The folder included biographical details and obituaries, eulogies and death notices of prominent Legatees. The items have been catalogued separately.A record of the life and service of Legatee Kem Kemsley. The information was collected to record the lives of prominent legatees in a folder.Typed copy of 4 pages from the Legacy Bulletin on the death of Legatee William Donovan Joynt.Bulletin No. VAW 1209. 5.3.1987. Pages 3 to 6.vale, donovan joynt, eulogy, past presidents -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - MANUSCRIPT: THE ''HISTORY OF OLD INGLEWOOD'' (NO ACTUAL TITLE)
... Thirty paged manuscript re the ''History of old Inglewood...; Aboriginal life and early history of interaction with settlers; Major ...Thirty paged manuscript re the ''History of old Inglewood'' (No actual title or stated author. The 'Preface' (last page) states that in 1961 the town would celebrate its centenary and, also, that it lost its official identity (amalgamation with the Shire of Korong). Comprises:Introduction; Aboriginal life and early history of interaction with settlers; Major Mitchell exploration in area (''Yarrayne'' as name given for the Loddon; Mt Korong - aboriginal ''Barrabungale''); Pioneers on the Loddon - land tenure (Order of Council 1847), ref to Simson (Donald Campbell; Hector Norman); Charlotte Plains (run); John Catto (of Loddon) and John Catto (of Berlin); William Allen; Alexander Moffat Allen; Mr Sellars; 1852 gold rush to Mt Korong (surface); 1859 discovery of gold at Inglewood ( A J Thompson, T Thompson, T Harvey); detail of gold mining in Inglewood; Borough of Inglewood (1863); growth of the town - hotels, banks, newspapers; 1863 fire in township; fire brigade at Inglewood; selection of land; the ''Land Convention''; the ''Duffy Act''; land selection; 'modern' developments in Inglewood(rail, gas); Jack Donaldson - runner 100 yds sprint title; armed services involvement of Inglewood (WW1 & WW2); government departments.inglewood, history, early history, lodden, mt korong, donald campbell, hector norman, inglewood fire brigade, duffy act, jack donaldson, alexander moffat, john catto, major mitchell, ww1, ww2. aboriginal life, order of council 1947.