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Railway Signal Light, 1930-40
Stand 18" tall Red lens front, white rear bracket on side for mounting on train. 1/4 wire handle. Made from heavy duty 16 gauge iron. Lift up lid on top to light with kerosene wick. Two round light lenses 13cm diam x 5cm diam -
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Brass Nameplate, Jas Smith, 1920
Name plate for machinery Round top and bottom edges, bolt holes on each sideJas Smith Pty Ltd Ballarat -
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Name Plate, E Richard St James, 1800 to 1919
Were blacksmiths and coach builders. See photo for storyMetal name plate probably attached to a coach or buggy 2 bolt holes -
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Brass Nameplate, W H Arnott, Yarrawonga, 1800's
W H Arnott was a coach builder in Yarrawonga. His premises were where Beattie Lawn Mower shop is now in McNally Street near Belmore StMetal name plate probably attached to a coach or buggy. Hole a each end for bolts -
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Name Plate, Stothert and Pitt Ltd, 1880
Old steam engine name plate - vibratory ruler Oval shape - 2 bolt holesSerial No. MJ63841 -
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Key Ring Memento, Unknown
Presented to John H Christians who worked for H V McKay, which later became Massey Ferguson 1972Round medallion with short chain attached to a O shaped ring. Contained in a box with inscription in the lid.Massey Ferguson Quarter century club (on front) On back 1847-1972 Our 125th year -
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Thatching Needle, Unknown
Semi circular, round metal object with flat and blunt on one end, sharp point on the other end. Below the sharp point is a round hole or eye in the neddle. Threaded with a piece of twine.None -
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Tape Measure, Unknown
Cotton tape 1 chain(22yds) long encased in a round leather stitched container. Has a brass shaft in the centre with a handle which rotates to wind or unwind tape. Marked with 1 inch intervals, black print, and 1 foot intervals red print. Ed of tape torn off due to much use.Indeciperable -
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Tractor calculator, Unknown
A ready reckoner useful to the farmer during the 1950'sSquare orange card with rotating wheel attached by a centrre metal stud. By aligning appropriate measures on the wheel and card it tells the farmer the approx number of acres that can be worked in a ten hour day with any tool or implement.Allis Chambers tracotr calculator. Tractor speed miles per hour. Width of cut in feet of ploughs, harrows, cultivators, combines, harvesters etc (see photo) -
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Childs High chair, Unknown
Well made, simple and practical. Probably home made by a handyman. Easy to use and clean. Laminex colouring typical of 1960/1970'sRed vinyl seat, laminex step 32cm from floor. Arms of table screwed onto frame so can swivel - be lifted up over childs head. Table rests on top of frame. Red and white laminex back support table and step. Rubber covers on feet. Silver and dark red. None -
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Surrey or White Chapel Buggy, 1980's
Long wooden shafts. Sometimes known as Piano Box Buggy. 4 large wooden wheels with rubber strip on wheel - 16 spokes. Black leather seats with buttoned upholster. Leather canopy cover. Leather arm rests. Side lamps and small step down -
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Buggy without hood
Restored by gentleman in Youanmite and kindly loaned by Mrs HoganBlack leather seat. Four wheels all same size with 16 spokes each. Wooden wheels with rubber on rims. Step to get into buggy. Spokes of wheels and front of buggy decorated with whiter swirls. -
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Flat top wagon
7 ton flat top wagon with iron reinforced edges. 12 spoked wooden wheels with iron reinforcement. Metal hooks each side, Wooden and metal sheering under carriage. -
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Machine - Sewing Machine, 1960
Purchased in 1960 as "state of the art"1960 Singer sewing machine Model 411. Spare bobbins, needles, lubricant etc included. Manual also included. Still in perfect condition and working order Machine case in good condition made of wood.model number not visable any longer . In instruction book it indicates model no 411 -
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Journal - Absence Register for Teachers, Boorhaman East State School No 3317
School closed in 1970'sPaper book, listing teacher absences from June 1926 through to August 1975. Includes teachers names, and reasons for absence. Handwritten front cover title -
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Memorabilia - WW2 Envelopes, 1935 - 1942
Significant historical record of WW2 and connection with family see sheet attached to Catalogue WorksheetThe types of envelopes were issued to the troops to write home to their families. two of the envelopes were used by Bruce McKean's father who was stationed at Kapooka near Wagga to write to his wife. The other two were used to keep papers, one being marked identity card.Four small envelopes (two addressed), each having coloured cartoon type drawingsSee photosww2 -
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Magazine - School magazines, "Spillway" Yarrawonga High School, 1982 to 1989
Contains references to students of the time, also form photos and sporting teams9 x black and white printed magazines approx. 30 pages stapled at spine. Includes black and white photos Plus Year 12 A4 size with plastic cover and plastic ring binding (1989). All Roneo printed. (2 x 1984) and (2 x 1985)see photos of front pagesyarrawonga high school -
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Telford Tennis Club minute books and records, 1920's to 2019
Telford Tennis courts were situated on the Telford Yarrawonga Road, west of the railway line, Telford station and silos. A thriving club existed from early 1920's with players from surrounding areas in early times. balls and tournaments were held as fundraisers. Prominent family names included Stevenson, Chappell, Mulquiney, Thom, Inchbold, Connell. Quinn. There were three teams during the 1960's playing in the Wilby and District Tennis Association ( WDTA) competition. Opponents included Wilby, Almonds, St Mary's, Bundalong, Savernake, Rennie, Roseneath, Burramine. Being in a low lying area the Telford dirt courts were often flooded. At the beginning of the season working bees were held to remove the weeds. mow the surrounds and line the courts During the early 1980's the courts were abandoned and home matches were played at the Yarrawonga Lawn Tennis courts. The club still has a team in the WDTA in 2019. A number of B grade Premierships have been won over the years however A grade premierships have been non existent. The club has always encouraged juniors to play and now the players mostly originate from Yarrawonga. Current President (2019) is Richard Inchbold, Secretary/Treasurer Joan Thom. The Bank account is held at the CMCU. The club is no longer IncorporatedCountry tennis teams provided a social outlet from the farming pursuits of the districtall enclosed in a cardboard box. Minute books 1927 to 2014 (not all complete). Includes photos, paper cuttings, Wilby and District Tennis Association draws, subs books, list of names of those who have played for Telford. Consumer Affairs returns, Incorporation papers, receipt books, some correspondence (later years)see photos -
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Record of War Service for Victorian School teachers, The Education Department's Record of War Service 1914 - 1919, 1921
Foreward comments written September 1917 by Sir Arthur Stanley Governor of Victoria, Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson, Governor General Australia and Frank Tate Director of Education 1st March 1921. These books were distributed to each state school in VictoriaHard cover book, 303 pages containing photographs of teachers who enlisted and served in WW1, along with the stories of those who fell and those who returned. List of honours and decorations, chapters on War Relief Organisation, Patriotic Guild and Fund donationsInside front page - presented to Bathumi School. Signed by Stradbroke. (Governor of Victoria 1920 to 1926 -
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Memorabilia - Yarrawonga Rifle club trophy, 1950
Ollie Meritan was the manager for Whiteheads who bought Sloanes Mulwala station on the Murray River. I D Forbes was the Weir Manager at the time and a member of the rifle clubSilver sugar basin. Round bowl with petal shaped edges on a small stand. It has two handles attachedYarrawonga rifle club 1950. Donated by O. Meritan won by I D Forbes -
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Booklet - instruction book, Victorian Printing Works Pty Ltd, Instruction book for Electrolux Refrigerators, July 1948
Instruction book for an early type of refrigeration system powered by kerosene and used before electricity was supplied to the home. Enabled the housewife to store and keep food for a number of daysSmall book with firm cover 32 pages. Produced by Electrolux for kerosene operated refrigerators. Includes the packing slip for Model OK 551See photosrefrigeration -
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Manual - Instruction manual, Crown Separator Company, "Sylvia" Separators
Used during the 1950'sInstruction book for setting up and operating of the milk separator. Also includes part numbers so they can be ordered to replace worn parts See photos -
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Information pamphlet, The Alfa-Laval Homestead Milker
Used in preference to slower hand milking practice after electricity was connected to the farmPaper pamphlet describing parts of the vacuum pump milker. Recommended for herds of ten cows or lessSee photosmilking machine, dairying -
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Instruction Manual, Alfa Laval, The Alfa Daisy Milker
The first centrifugal separator was invented in1878 by Dr. de Laval. This recognized the need for a mechanical milker for which patents were granted in 1894. Alfa Laval were leading world producers of mechanical milking machines. The manual was used in Tungamah during the 1940's and 1950'sPaper booklet describing the operation, parts and installation of the Alfa Daisy Milker. Inside front cover is listed the companies that distribute the milker. Australian capital cities. Illustration includes 12 pagesSee photos -
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Lady's Feathered cape
Cream satin lining covered with rows of white feathers that appear to be real feathers Nonecostume -
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Evening gown, 1950's
Crepe fabric, hand made. Red and green Cumberbund around blue bodice, black skirt, side zipper. Very long for a tall lady. None -
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Clothing - Evening gown, Kathrine Connell, 1950’s
Handmade black floral organza skirt, with gathered black organza flounce at the hem. Three quarter floral sleeves with black frilled edging. Large pink and green flowers on black background. Self covered buttons and loops on back bodice. Separate black taffeta underskirt -
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Clothing - Evening gown, 1960's
Worn at Wilby and balls in the districtBurgundy Georgette full skirt lined with taffeta,high waist under bust,edged Round neck and under bust with gold braid oversewn with white sequins. There are two long ties at back extending from shoulder them line. Back zippefLabel on bodice Dorolyn Melbourne, size W. Drycleaning only -
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Clothing, 1960's
Most likely worn to balls around the Yarrawonga district most notably at Wilby where there were monthly old time balls held during the 50’s to 1980’s. Tomato pink crepe gown with tafetta lining. Three quarter full flowing Sleeves.V neck, gathered at bust with a beaded diamond shape set in the middle. Back zipper Label on bodice Silver Star, Sydney, size 18 Bust 100, waist 80, hip 105old time dancing, costume -
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Clothing - Evening gown, 1960's
Most likely worn at Wilby and balls around the districtVery pale pink satin skirt overplayed with tulle and net. Round neck, sleeveless bodice with lacy net overlay. Decorated by hand with sequins, diamentes and beads. Zipper at back. Hand made. None