Grace and Millie were daughters of William Garnsworthy Bennett and Susan Bennett née Williams. Grace Bennett (1875-1960) married Neil Wishart in 1898. Millie Bennett (1872-1948) married William Charles Allen in 1901.Sepia photograph of two young ladies in long, long sleeved waisted summer gowns, one on left of photo standing behind lattice leaning on left arm, one on right seated with hands together on lap."Grace and Mill Miss Grace and Amelia Bennett".grace (louisa grace) bennett, amelia (millie) bennett, surman collection

Wreath laying ceremony for Legacy widows at the Cenotaph at the Shrine of Remembrance. This is an annual event for Legacy widows at the start of Legacy Week, which is the first week in September. The photos show, widows gathered around the Eternal Flame, President David Millie marching to the Eternal Flame and then speaking. Also President Millie and two widows laying wreaths. A record of a ceremony at the Shrine for Widows' Sunday in 1995 at the start of Legacy Week.Colour photo x 7 of a ceremony and widows laying wreaths at the Cenotaph.Printed on back wreath laying ceremony, widows, pilgrimage, widows' sunday

Letter, undated, from Shane Rodda to Noelle Young , re inquiry on William Leslie Meyer. It was found that he did not attend the Golden Square Primary School Laurel Street 1189, as believed by Noelle. Millie Meyer ( born 1909 ) and John Meyer ( born 1911 ) are on our books.bendigo, education, golden square primary school, golden square primary school laurel street, miillie, john and william meyer

Printed on textured paper which has suffered significant colour degradation towards orange/red. Margaret Ball (who took the photograph) has written "Auntie Millie's old house" on the back. Before becoming the Eltham Living and Learning Centre, the house was occupied by Claire Fitzpatrick, and before then by Mr and Mrs Matthews with their daughter Millicent and their two sons. "Auntie" Millie was not actually related to Margaret, but was her godmother. Colour photographeltham, community centres, living and learning centre, 1976, margaret ball

Official opening of Mt Victory Rd People in photo Lord and Lady Somers, 2 Johsons Millie Bowtell, Bessie McKeon, M PawseyPhoto shows group standing on road opening of Mt Victory Rd. Lord Somers in foregroundaccess routes, mt victory rd, people, roads

One of 17 photographs donated by Olive BlameyColour postcard. Churchill Island in the distance taken from Phillip Island. Figure at water's edge. Figures, dog and boat in the centre. "Churchill Island from Phillip Island" Letter written by Marie of Everton Cowes to Millie addressed to Mrs H. Blamey, "Roslyn" The Parade Ascot Vale.churchill island, phillip island

Amelia (Millie) Bennett, born 1872 in Linton, was a daughter of William Garnsworthy Bennett and Susan Bennett née Williams. In 1901 she married William Charles Allen.Black and white copy of original photograph showing a young woman standing in a garden, wearing a white blouse and a belted dark skirt and a large bow in the back of her hair.amelia (millie) bennett

Lin Hind clubs first secretary and Millie Mason nee Theos. Associates first secretary. Celebrating 50th anniversary by cutting cake S/N 24/10/1986stawell

The Victorian Parliament will hang portraits of two female members of parliament, Lady Millie Peacock, first woman to be elected to the parliament, and Pauline Toner, first woman cabinet minister. and local member. Black and white text, two photographspauline toner, victoria parliament, millie peacock

Photos from the 2 May 1995 when the Transport Minister, Mr Alan Brown and Legacy President David Millie unveiled banners at Flinders St Station saying "Australia Remembers". Also the launch of a tram by Junior Legatees Kim Anderson and Peter Hazelager. Another photo is a group of dignitaries in front of the tram. The tram was painted to promote Legacy in 1995 which was the 50th Anniversary of the end of World War II. Wording on the tram says: "This year - Australia remembers the Heroes of World War II / 50 years on / Legacy never forgets to care for the widows and children of those who fought for our freedom". It appeared in The Answer in June 1995 after it had been launched on May 2nd by President David Millie and Public Transport Minister, Mr Alan Brown. The ribbon was cut by Junior Legatees Kim Anderson and Peter Hazelager. "The distinctive white tram will be running on routes around Melbourne for at least six months and our thanks go to the Public Transport Corporation for making it possible." 01809.1 shows President Millie, Kim Anderson and Peter Hazelager. 01809.2 is Peter Hazelager being held by his mother, Margaret Anderson and Kim Anderson. 01809.4 is a Legatee, Minister Alan Brown, President Millie, a man in The MET uniform, Legatee Roger Greene.A record of a way to promote Legacy during Legacy Week in 1995.Colour photo x 6 of the launch of a tram painted to promote to Legacy at Flinders St Station.legacy promotion, answer, tram

First croquet committee in Orbost started up in 1919. (ref : The Whos' Who of Orbost Settlers - Mary Gilbert). Often croquet lawns were in private gardens eg. at Connort (now Moogji)..This shield is part of the history of the Orbost Croquet Club. In the museum, there is also an old copy of the rules of Croquet, a mallet and a photo of the first committee.A wooden shield. The Dorothy Andrews Handicap Singles Memorial Shield for the Orbost Croquet Club. There are smaller metal shields for the names of the winners.Names on the shields are: Amy Gall; Gwen Reynolds; Ann Nixon; Don Herbert; Ann Kerr; Ella Evans; May Herbert; Izy Trewin; Maisie Nixon; Millie Leatham; Dot Eatoncroquet recreation leisure trophy

A special luncheon was held for World War 1 widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. Also Legatee Eddie Jowett led some singing. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Seated with the widows is President David Millie who was president in 1995. Another shows Legatee George Woodward laughing with widow Mollie Thiele (in purple). Also President Millie in the kitchen thanking Audrey, the lady who ran the kitchen, and her helpers. Audrey is on the far right, next to her is Joan Miller. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 4 of a World War 1 widows lunch.widows, function, george woodward

Photos of widows, legatees, President Millie and the Transport Minister riding in a tram that was decorated to promote Legacy in 1995. 1995 which was the 50th Anniversary of the end of World War II. Wording on the tram says: "This year - Australia remembers the Heroes of World War II / 50 years on / Legacy never forgets to care for the widows and children of those who fought for our freedom". It appeared in The Answer in June 1995 after the tram had been launched on May 2nd by President David Millie and Public Transport Minister, Mr Alan Brown. The ribbon was cut by Junior Legatees Kim Anderson and Peter Hazelager. "The distinctive white tram will be running on routes around Melbourne for at least six months and our thanks go to the Public Transport Corporation for making it possible." 01810.1 shows President David Mille, Legatee Roger Greene (seated in the centre) and others. 01810.2 shows David Millie with Minister for Transport Alan Brown. 01810.3 is Kim Anderson and her mother Margaret speaking with the Minister Legatee Lucky Luscombe is in 01810.6 and 01810.9 01810.7 shows legatee George Woodward with two widows eating snacks 01810.10 is a photo of 4 widows. Second from the left is Hazel McKean, then Lorraine Dalton, and Irene Noll on the right.A record of a way to promote Legacy during Legacy Week in 1995.Colour photo x 10 of a tram painted to promote to Legacy and widows riding the tram.legacy promotion, tram, answer

These School Papers, numbers 431 to 440, were distributed to pupils on a monthly basis beginning in 1896, as extra reading material in addition to the Victorian Reader. The owner, Millie Crameri (nee Rae) was a pupil at Gapsted State School Number 2241. During the 1960s the form of The School Papers changed into 3 grades of readers:Meteor, Comet and Orbit.A complete example of a 20th century textbook used in a rural school with insights into course content and learning modes of that time.Of local significance because Millie Crameri was a well known local identity. There is a sticker inside the front cover with Millie's name and details inscribed, presumably in her own handwriting. A brown hard cover folder containing monthly reading material for both Grades 7 and 8 during 1937. Each leaflet is preserved in the folder by inserting through cotton/linen threads.FORDITE embossed on the front cover.primary schools, rural schools, learning materials

Early index to LDHS photographs says the photograph was taken during Linton's centenary celebrations in 1939.Small black and white photograph which shows two women standing in a garden. The woman on the right side has long plaits, is dressed in light coloured clothing and is carrying a bag. The woman on the left is also wearing light coloured clothing but she has short, curly hair. She is holding a book in her right hand (on left side of photograph). Mrs. Neil Wishart (née Grace Bennett) and Mrs. Allen (née Amelia - Millie - Bennett)grace wishart, grace bennett, amelia (millie) allen, amelia (millie) bennett

Photograph of the group of past Presidents in 2009. There is usually a Presidents luncheon every year and a group photo is taken. In 2009 a photocopy of the photo was saved. The past presidents identified, from left in this photo are; David Kelly, David Grierson, Colin Bannister, Alf Argent, George Woodward, Tom Butcher, David Millie, David Carter, ?Eric Baker, Graham Riches, and George MacKenzie.A record of the past presidents gathering together each year.Colour photocopy on A4 paper of a group of former Legacy Presidents in 2009.past presidents, presidents lunch

The launch of Legacy week in 1995 at Legacy House with Kevin Gosper, a former athlete, as a guest speaker. It is 1995 as President David Millie is sitting next to Kevin Gosper and it was with a bunch of other photos with the label, "Misc guests of the club . . Kevin Gosper 95". The article published in The Answer October 1995 edition says "Kevin Gosper AO, Chairman, Commission for the City of Melbourne launches 'Legacy Week'."A record of a well known personality helping to launch Legacy Week. Colour photo x 5 of Kevin Gosper speaking at the launch of Legacy week, plus an article from The Answer.Printing on the back "legacy week, speakers, answer

This object relates to Leslie KOPPLEMAN. He was born on 1/01/1895 in Hobart, TAS. Leslie served in the AIF (5737) enlisting on, 03/04/1916 in Hobart, TAS before being discharged from duties with the 12th BATTN 3rd BRIG as a Army Non-Commissioned Private (PTE) on 25/12/1917. Leslie KOPPLEMAN was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Millie KOPPLEMAN (Wife).first world war (ww1), 1914 - 1918, souvenirs, ballarat rsl, ballarat

Photograph of the group of past Presidents in 2010. There is usually a Presidents luncheon every year and a group photo is taken. In 2010 the past presidents were listed on a photocopy of the photo, from left in this photo are; Bill Rogers, Geoff Swan, Ray Ward, Eric Baker, David Millie, Tom Butcher, Graeme Standish, David Carter, Ron Foskett, Colin Bannister, Graham Riches and Rob Allison in the wheelchair.A record of the past presidents gathering together each year.Colour photo x 2 of a group of former Legacy Presidents in 2010 and an A4 photocopy with names noted on it.past presidents, presidents lunch

The Todd family lived in this house in the early 1900s. The house was next door to the butcher's shop which was run by members of the Todd family at the time. Stella Todd is the small child on the right of the photograph, whose hand is being held by her older sister (who is possibly Millie Todd). It is believed this house later burned down and was replaced by the house which currently occupies the site (65 Sussex Street).Black and white copy of original photograph which shows a weatherboard house with a front verandah and a picket fence. Two boys, one on a bicycle, and two girls, the older holding the younger's hand, are posing for the photograph in front of the fence.houses, todd family, stella todd

A visit by the Governor of Victoria to an formal function in Legacy House. It is an award ceremony. One of the ladies is Dame Beryl Beaurepaire who receives a golden plaque for her services to Legacy. Including a speech being given by the Governor, The Hon. Richard E. McGarvie, AC QC. It is 1995 and was with a bunch of other photos with the label, "Misc guests of the club . . Governor - 95". The President David Millie and Irene Noll, the President of the Widows Club are also seated at the table and in the photos.A record of an award function for a Legacy widow or Legatee. The Governor of Victoria is a patron of Legacy and this visit shows the closeness of the relationship.Colour photo x 5 of an event with Beryl Beaurepaire and Governor McGarvie at Legacy House.Printing on the back "governor of victoria, legatee event, david millie, irene noll

Photograph of the group of past Presidents in 2008. There is usually a Presidents luncheon every year and a group photo is taken. In 2008 the past presidents were listed on a photocopy of the photo, from left in this photo are; David Kelly, David Grierson, George Woodward, David Millie, Ron Foskett, David Carter, Ray Ward, Alf Argent, Tony Parkes, Tom Butcher, Geoff Swan, Lucky Luscombe, Graham Riches, Colin Bannister, Rob Allison, and Robbie Robertson.A record of the past presidents gathering together each year.Colour photo x 2 of a group of former Legacy Presidents in 2008 and an A4 black and white photocopy with names added, and an A4 colour photocopy.past presidents, presidents lunch

Huntingdale Golf club was the site of many social events for Legatees and Widows clubs. This appears to be an annual major fundraising golf day. The photo shows L/- Ray Ward and L/- David Millie presenting prizes. It was in an album of photos from 1992 and 1993. The article in the Answer says that the association with the Huntingdale golf club began in 1993 and over the years over $255,000 has been raised for Legacy. The Open Mixes Foursomes is usually held in December and the Ladies Day is annually in October.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows and Legatees and for fundraising.Colour photo x 4 of ladies golf day presentation and an article in The Answer.huntingdale golf club, golf, events, fundraising

Written on envelope attached: "This was sent to Aunty Mill from Aunty Grace. This photo was taken from our back gate opposite the post office. Miss Magan(?) was PM. The old Grenville Standard office run by Mr Adams. The little houses on the hill behind one was Mr Terrett a tailor who made the band uniforms. Mr Tom Bennett house butcher. The slaughter house is among the trees in the background. Note where the 'Law' is at the post office. I would like to see this enlarged. I think this photo is special because it shows the turntable where the trains used to turn before the rail went thru to Skipton which I remember all the [illegible] being made so many people working in Linton. As kids we loved to watch as the train came out facing a different way. The railway station master's house Mr Thompson was the SM. The old Grenville Standard office run by Mr Adams." Note: "Aunty Mill" = Amelia (Millie) Bennett, afterwards Millie Allen. "Aunty Grace" = Grace Bennett, afterwards Grace Wishart.Black and white postcard of Grenville Standard building with railway station and station master's house in background.On postcard: "Linton 30.6.09 [=1909] Dear Mill, you will be surprised at -- postcard and so soon. I forgot when writing, I wanted to ask you if Percy could get me a few dolls at wholesale price we are to have a bazaar for the church, and want to make something on our purchases. Let me know soon and I will get the money and quantity etc. required. Yours sincerely, Grace".grenville standard [newspaper], linton railway station, buildings, grace bennett afterwards grace wishart, amelia (millie) bennett afterwards millie allen

A visit by the Governor of Victoria to an formal function in Legacy House. It is an award ceremony for Dame Beryl Beaurepaire who received a golden plaque for her services to Legacy and she was conferred as Guest of Honor. Including a speech being given by the Governor, The Hon. Richard E. McGarvie, AC QC. Irene Noll the President of the Widows Club is also seated at the table. The President David Millie presented the plaque. The event was on 3 October 1995 and was with a bunch of other photos with the label, "Misc guests of the club . . Governor - 95". See also 00542.A record of an award function for a Legacy widow / legatee. The Governor of Victoria is a patron of Legacy and this visit shows the closeness of the relationship.Colour photo x 3 of a legatee event with guests, Beryl and Governor McGarvie.Printing on the back "governor of victoria, legatee event, irene noll

A special luncheon was held for World War I widows as a lead up to "Legacy Week". Legatees dressed up as waiters to add a bit of humour to the day. They would sing for the ladies, Legatee Eddie Jowett is helping lead the singing. Due to its success it was held for a number of years. Legatee waiters included Lucky Luscombe and George Woodward. President David Millie is seen speaking to the ladies. The WWI group would meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 at Legacy House for many years until their numbers dwindled.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 9 of a World War 1 widows' luncheon in 1995.Printed on the back 9490182 N N N N 2widows, function

The history of Lot 71 on Plan of Subdivision No. 4315 Wonga Park (area 50 acres 1 rood and 29 perches) starts in 1902 when the subdivision was registered by the Mutual Assurance Society of Victoria Limited then transferred to Millie Glass, Married Woman of Glenferrie. The history of registered owners who have a connection with the Lot include Harris Glass, Janie Glass, Annie Glass, Charlotte Soloman, Barnett Glass, Sydney Charles Mackie, Arno Herbert Neuparth and Valerie June Neuparth, inter alia.Archive file for Lot 71 on Plan of Subdivision No. 4315 Wonga Park, containing title history documents and research. Documents include Certificates of Title Volume 4390 Folio 992, Volume 5924 Folio 711, Volume 8723 Folio 836, Volume 8995 Folio 834, Volume 9016 Folio 994, Volume 10006 Folio 334 and Plan of Subdivision No. 3039575.

For many years Legacy had a "Back to Caulfield Race Day" for Legatees, widows and their families. 1995 was the 50th anniversary of the end of World War 2 and the race day was part of the "Australia Remembers" commemorations. Also a Legacy 'Lone Pine' was planted. The article in the Answer says: "Over 800 members of the Legacy family (past and present) reunite at the "Australia Remembers" Back to Caulfield Commemorative Race Day held on August 12th. It was a special day which incorporated a wide range of activities, including a display of military vehicles, a flyover, a parachute jump by the Red Berets, military bands, and displays of memorabilia when the racecourse was used as an army camp. An official ceremony also included the presentation of a Legacy 'Lone Pine' (a descendant of the Gallipoli 'Lone Pine') by the President of the Melbourne Legacy, Legatee David Millie, which was very warmly received by the Chairman of the V.A.T.C., Mr Peter Lawrence. These photos show President David Millie and Legacy widow Rosie Ellis (Bell) and a close up of her Junior Legacy badge, perhaps she had originally been an Junior Legatee. He is shown pointing her badge out to other people gathered around. See also photos at 01003 and 01091, 01092 and 01093.This is a good image of a Junior Legacy badge. Legacy retains a tie with Caulfield racecourse as it was once an army camp and staging post of young men going overseas to war and now it is the site of a lone pine. The annual gathering at Caulfield racecourse was an event that gets the Legacy family together.Colour photo x 4 of a Junior Legacy badge and an event at Caulfield racecourse, and an article in The Answer.Printed on the back film number 788, various frame numbers.answer, events