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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - THE SILENT CITIES
A,B. Blue hard covered book titled ' The Silent Cities. An Illustrated Guide to the War Cemeteries and Memorials to the missing in France and Flanders 1914 - 1918.' Compiled by Sidney C. Hurst, P.A.S.I. With a preface by Major-General Sir Fabian Warem K.C.V.O., K.B.E., C.B., C.M.G. Vice-Chairman of The Imperial War Graves Commission.' Methuen & Co. LTD. 36 Essex Street W.C. London, 1929. 407 pgs. First published 1929. (ill.) C. Also included is a newspaper article titled 'Memorial to our War Dead.' dated 25-6-38. D.dust cover of the book, incomplete missing back page.Sidney C. Hurstbooks, military, world war 1, book, books, war, wars, world war 1, cemeteries, memorials, france, flanders, soldiers, history -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Accessory - CONSTABLE JOHN BARRY COLLECTION: WALKING STICK
Wooden walking stick with silver plaque around top section, with an ornate silver decoration beneath the handgrip on top. Plaque around top of stick is inscribed with 'Presented to Senior Costable J. Barry by D.C. Sterry. The plaque is sterling silver, hallmarked in Bermingham 1898-1899, to indicate that the content in the alloy is at least 925 parts per thousand. The makers mark 'SM', is Sidney Morrison and Co., registered as gold and silver mounters, of 28 Monkwell Street, London. Handgrip is cream ivory colour. The donors of this item believe that the plaque may have originally been on the walking stick (3822.9) and at some stage removed and placed on the walking stick with the handle. A definite mark is evident on the other walking stick where the plaque was originally placed and allegedly removed.SM Sidney Morrison and Co., London.person, bendigo, john barry, bendigo, police force, john barry, d. sterry -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - Article, The Aunt's Story, 30/01/1999
Article discussing authenticity of painting entitled 'Woman and Tent' considered to be work of Sidney Nolan. and painted in Nunawading. Written by nephew.painting, carroll, steven, nolan, sidney, carroll, katherine, clark, jane -
Bendigo Military Museum
Memorabilia - MEMORIAL PLAQUE, Post WW 1
Sidney Victor Long No 1580 from Bendigo first enlisted in WA in the 3rd reinforcements 11th Batt AIF on 12.11.14. Embarked for Eygpt on 22.2.15 then to Gallipoli on 7.5.15, WIA on 6.8.15 GSW to the neck, returned to Australia for discharge with the recommendation he was permanently unfit on 17.9.15. He re enlisted in Bendigo No 5715 in 18th reinforcements to the 8th Batt AIF on 4.3.16 age 30 years 9 months writing a letter to say he was perfectly fit. Embarked for England 3.7.16, embark for France 5.9.16, hospital 13.11.16 (unclear), WIA 21.12.16 GSW to right arm, return to France 14.10.17, KIA 25.10.17 Ypre.Memorial plaque, round, bronze, centre has relief of "Brittanica, Lion and Seals" Rectangular space for individual name provided."He died for freedom and honour" "Sidney Victor LONG"memorabilia, military, sacrifice, plaques, passchendaele barracks trust -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Letter - photocopy of a reference for Gladys Stevenson leaving the employ of Mr. Sidney Myer dated 19/01/11
Handwritten reference from Mr. Sidney Myer for Miss. Gladys Stevenson dated 19/1/11Photocopy of a reference for Gladys Stevenson leaving the employ of Mr. Sidney Myer dated 19/01/11 reading: The bearer Mrs. Stevenson has been in my employ for the last four years. She has always given me utter satisfaction, as splendid letter writer, intelligent and has always written my huge business correspondence. Honest and straightforward, and leaving ....... to become ....... to the Meteorology. I can consciously recommend her to anybody requiring her services. Sidney Myer Bendigo 19/1/11 includes a small B&W photo of Mrs Stevenson dated 14/6/1910social history -
City of Greater Bendigo - Civic Collection
Ceremonial object - Ceremonial Shovel, City of Greater Bendigo, c. 1999
Neilma Gantner, 7th November 1922 - 15 June 2015 was an author and the daughter of Merlyn (née Baillieu) and Sidney Myer. Her father Simcha Myer Baevski, was born in present day Belarus and began his retail dynasty with his brother Elcon Myer, establishing a small drapery shop in Bendigo and growing the business in the subsequent years to Myer Ltd 1925.Hand shovel currently in use for ceremonial plantings and sod turnings by the City. Plastic handle with silver rectangle head. Inscribed on the back.7th AUGUST, 1999 / TREE PLANTED IN ROSALIND PARK BY / MRS NEILMA GANTNER / TO COMMEMORATE / THE SIDNEY MYER CENETENARY CELEBRATIONS. myer, baillieu, gantner, city of greater bendigo ceremonial item, city of greater bendigo events -
Darebin Parklands Association
Houses bordering Rockbeare Park 1970s, Rockbeare Park Conservation Group, 1973-1980
Sidney Clifton was a mechanical engineer and a lecturer at Melbourne University. He built the house, which is still in the family. He was a foundation member and treasurer of Darebin Parklands Association. He designed Clifton Bridge in Darebin Parklands and built the wooden formwork for it in his living room in this house. It was built with volunteers and funded by a grant from Heidelberg and Northcote Councils. He was a foundation member and treasurer of Darebin Parklands Association.B&W photograph. Sidney Clifton's house is on the right. This item and all other Darebin Parklands Association archival material is now held by State Library Victoria (Accession No: YMS 13746). Please contact State Library Victoria if access is required. -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
Photo
Sidney Charles Rowley KIA Jan 1945 on HMAS Australiaphoto, ww2, army -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH VIETNAM, FRAMED, photo January 1968
Sgt Edmund Sidney Levy DCM, No 37178, Vietnam A Sqd 3 Cav Regt 29.4.67 to 23.4.68, A&B Sqd's 3 Cav Regt 3.9.70 to 2.9.71, Sgt Brian Francis Stewart No 36722, Vietnam A Sqd 3 Cav Regt 25.4.67 to 23.4.68, HQ 1 ATF 3.12.69 to 3.12.70. Kenneth Neil Turnham No 3790866, Vietnam A Sqd 3 Cav Regt 18.12.67 to 22.10.68. Photo is in the collection of Geoff Murray No 3411521, Vietnam A Sqd 3 Cav Regt 27.11.67 to 22.10.68, Survey Corp 15.10.69 to 15.10.70. Refer 638P.Colour photo with document on A4 sheet in brown stained, gold edged wooden frame. Photo shows Australian soldiers with Vietnamese children in a rubber plantation. The document is the citation for the Distinguished Conduct Medal for 37178 Sgt Edmund Sidney Levy on 31/12/70.vietnam, dcm, plantation, vietnamese -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - FOSTER AND WILSON COLLECTION: PHOTOGRAPH
Black & white half photograph of two young women. Both are wearing high neck white dresses. Both are wearing a necklace. One has a cross on it. One is also wearing a badge below the cross. Both have long hair, one with sausage curls and a bow. On the back is written: To dear Uncle Bob with love from Annie & Maggie. Balmain.Sidney R--, Rozelle & Rossetti Studios, Balmainphotograph, portrait, female, foster & wilson collection, photograph -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Legal Power of Attorney between Mr. Sidney Myer and Messer. Collett & Meagher, dated 18th December 1909
legal Power of AttorneyLegal Power of Attorney between Mr. Sidney Myer and Messer. Collett & Meagher, dated 18th December 1909. Probably made to enable the business to continue as normal while Sidney Myer took an overseas buying trip. Messer. Collett & Meagher were long term employees of Sidney Myer. Brown envelope and legal Power of Attorney signed and sealed by both parties.social history -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Operative Gynecology Vol 1
Operative Gynecology Vol 1 Author: Howard Kelly Publisher: Sidney Appleton Date: 1906flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, operative gynecology vol 1, book, howard kelly -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Operative Gynecology Vol 2
Operative Gynecology Vol 2 Author: Howard Kelly Publisher: Sidney Appleton Date: 1906flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, operative gynecology vol 2, book, howard kelly -
Vision Australia
Image
Possibly an inter-generational photograph of Carols by Candlelight attendees, named Worshop or Worsnop.B/W photograph of three females and a small boy holding candles in the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.891217/342 RVIB News. Annual Report PR page (crossed out). Worshop's or Worsnop'scarols by candlelight -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Medal - Medal - Syd Cuffe, Town Crier, c. 1999
Medal, round brass, hole at top attached by ring to blue and yellow ribbon. Raised inscription in border on front, styalised scroll in centreFront: 'EIGHTH WORLD TOWN CRIER CHAMPIONSHIPS 1999' -in border. 'Sidney B.C. Canada' on scroll in centre Back: inscription: 'SYD CUFFE SIDNEY 1999 (BRITISH COLUMBIA)' -
Bendigo Military Museum
Print - PRINT, FRAMED, WW1, Reader's Digest (Australia) Pty Limited, 2015
From Information Book - "Reader's Digest/ Gallipoli/ 25th April 1915 - 9th January 1916/ Centenary Commemorative Prints". Collection of 20 prints. Refer Cat No. 7300.Framed print. Print - colour print on paper. Original painting polyvinyl acetate on hard board. Depicts five soldiers in vivid cobalt blue. The soldiers stand huddled together, one wearing an emu plume in his slouched hat, another has Corporal's stripes and one is holding a rifle. Frame - Black plastic framing with glass front and MDF board backing with adhered black paper.Details on print. "SIDNEY NOLAN - (1917 - 1992) Soldiers 1959". Sidney Nolan - embarked on a series of Gallipoli drawings and paintings which he completed over a 20 year period.framed accessories, prints, ww1, gallipoli, centenary -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Photograph - Photograph - Town Criers at the Invitational Cry, Canada, GALE MANN - PHOTOGRAPHER, 1999
Coloured photograph, group of Town criers at the Anacortes Sister Cities Association Invitational Cry, Sidney, August 1999town crier, syd cuffe -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Slide - MOUAT CRAWFORD COLLECTION: FARMING IN THE WIMMERA, c1960s
MOUAT CRAWFORD COLLECTION - Farming in the Wimmera. Markings; Sidney Myer Music Bowl Melbourne. Used as a teaching aid.Kodak perutzvictoria, history, localities -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1965
Colour slide in a mount. Miraggio (seated figure) sculpture by Pino Conte at Sidney Myer Music Bowl, MelbourneMade in Australia / 24 / JAN 65M / Encircled 62 (Handwritten) / Myer Music Bowl Sculpture (Handwritten)melbourne, slide -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Till Family Home, 23/05/2012 12:00:00 AM
Coloured photograph of the home of Evelyn and Sidney Till in Clive Street, Mitcham, showing the development of the garden over time.clive street, mitcham, till family -
Robin Boyd Foundation
Slide, Robin Boyd, 1965
Colour slide in a mount. Miraggio (seated figure) sculpture by Pino Conte at Sidney Myer Music Bowl, MelbourneMade in Australia / 23 / JAN 65M / Myer Music Bowl Sculpture: (Handwritten)melbourne, slide -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - ART OF SIDNEY NOLAN, PROGRAM FOR EXHIBITION BENDIGO 1972, 07/08/1972
Three copies of program for an art exhibition August 7 until August 11, 1972. Those associated with the exhibition are: City of Bendigo, The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) Central Victorian Branch, Mutual Permanent Building Society, Mrs D. I. Nolan and the Australian Galleries. The brochure names the twelve paintings, on exhibition by Sidney Nolan and Portrait of Sidney Nolan, by Christine Backhaus. There is also a short biography on Sidney Nolan. Handwritten in the top right corner of one copy is: Bush 1972.art, document, art of sidney nolan, city of bendigo, the national trust of australia (victoria) central victorian branch, mutual permanent building society, sidney nolan, cr d e elliott, colonel s r birch o b e, australian galleries, christine backhaus, the age, sidney henry nolan, dora irene nolan (sutherland), mrs l sweet, mrs m goslin, brighton technical school, raymond nolan, malcolm goslin, prahran technical school, national gallery art school, serge lifar, icarus, colonel de basil, kelly gang, unesco gallery paris, paradise gardens, her majesty the queen, arts centre st kilda road, prince phillip, lord snowdon, rev. fr. j p stockdale, mr a j watts, rosalind landells, feargus niall, mari mullins, brian mcgrath, bush -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - SHOP GIRLS - MYER STORE IN BENDIGO
Black and white photograph. Inscriptions: 'group of shop girls of the Myer Store in Bendigo, from the book Sidney Myer by Ambrose Pratt'.person, group, employees -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Slide - MOUAT CRAWFORD COLLECTION: FARMING IN THE WIMMERA, c1960
Mouat Collection - Farming in the Wimmera. 14 Silos togeter with office. Markings Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne. Used as a teaching aid.Kodakagriculture, farm, crop -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Medal - Medal - Syd Cuffe, Town Crier, c. 1997
Medal, bell-shaped, clear perspex, attached to red ribbon.Front: '1997,Sidney - Anacortes World Competition Syd Cuffe Australia' - black lettering -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - SIDNEY MYER AND FAMILY CAREER BIOGRAPHY, 10/02/1938
Black & White Newspaper Article - The Herald 10/02/1938 ''From Small Shop to City Emporium'' Sidney Myer & Family Career Biography.bendigo, industry, sidney myer & family local icons, newspaper clippings folder 51-100 -
Darebin Parklands Association
Opening of the bridge August 1979, Rockbeare Park Conservation Group, 1979
Bridge opening by Sidney Clifton. The bridge was designed and built by Clifton and volunteers, under supervision of Sidney Clifton.Colour photograph. This item and all other Darebin Parklands Association archival material is now held by State Library Victoria (Accession No: YMS 13746). Please contact State Library Victoria if access is required.Annotated on back. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: SMALL BEGINNINGS
Bendigo Advertiser ''The way we were'' from 1999. Small beginnings: Myer's Pall Mall store. Sidney Myer (in shirtsleeves) is pictured in the centre of the group.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were -
Bendigo Military Museum
Print - PRINT, FRAMED, WW1, Reader's Digest (Australia) Pty Limited, 2015
From information book - "Reader's Digest/ Gallipoli/ 25th April 1915 - 9th January 1916/ Centenary Commemorative Prints". Collection of 20 prints. Refer Cat No. 7300.Framed print. Print - colour print on paper. COPY OF AN ORIGINAL PAINTING - TEXTILE, DYE, COLOURED CRAYON ON COATED PAPER. DEPICTS IN DARK BROWN COLOURS WITH SMALL ACCENTS OF PALE BLUE, RED AND YELLOW - BELOW HORSE. VISIBLE IN PAINTING IS A SOLDIER, HORSE AND GUN CARRIAGE. Frame - Black plastic framing with glass front and MDF board backing with adhered black paper.Details on print; "SIDNEY NOLAN (1917 - 1992) Gallipoli soldier, horse and gun carriage 1961". Sidney Nolan - embarked on a series of Gallipoli drawings and paintings which he completed over a 20 year period. 252 drawings and painting.framed accessories, prints, ww1, gallipoli, centenary -
Australian Racing Museum
Bookmaker's bag
Used by Sidney Hill (Sid's father, also named Sidney Hill, was a bookmaker therefore Sid Jnr used his middle name Desmond).Bookmaker's leather bag, with leather strap and handle, painted 'D. HILL / Reg V.R.C. V.A.T.C.'.