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Trafalgar Holden Museum
Accessory - Caverson ring, Circa 1900
... Used in horse tackle during the 19th and early 20th Century... Used in horse tackle during the 19th and early 20th Century ...Used in horse tackle during the 19th and early 20th Century Imported by Holden and FrostImported, used and sold by Holden and frostSteel spiked ring used on equine accessoiesequine military, civilian, agricultural ca1900, caverson ring -
Trafalgar Holden Museum
Accessory - Full twin bar buckle
... Used on horse tackle during the late 19th and early 20th... Used on horse tackle during the late 19th and early 20th ...Used on horse tackle during the late 19th and early 20th century by Holden and FrostSteel full twin bar buckleequine military, civilian, agriculture ca1900, buckle -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, Grains of Gold, Early 20th century
... in the 20th century. ...Early 20th century... in the 20th century. This booklet is of high interest because ...This booklet contains the favourite sayings and quotations of residents of Warrnambool and surrounding districts. The source of the sayings is listed. It was probably produced as a fund-raiser for an organization or club and sold at Christmas time, perhaps early in the 20th century. This booklet is of high interest because of the many names listed from Warrnambool, Panmure, Framlingham, Nullawarre, Nirranda, Ballangeich, Allansford, Port Fairy Grasmere and other small towns. The booklet not only lists those residents at that time in history but also tells us something about those people, their philosophies and attitudes, through which sayings they chose. Well-known names include those of Terrington, Fidler, Burnie, Uren, Tomlinson, McGinness, Peacock, Murnane and Dallimore. This is a soft cover booklet of 22 pages. It contains the favourite sayings and quotations of people from Warrnambool and surrounding areas. The cover is blue with patterns down the left side and above and under the titles which are printed in dark blue. The pages are bound with white thread and they originally had a metal staple which has been removed. The cover is a little torn and stained. The first page has a blank form which can be filled in to make the booklet a Christmas present.‘A Booklet for Xmas and the New Year From….. With the Compliments of the Season To….’ history of warrnambool, grains of gold -
J. Ward Museum Complex
Book - Office Stationery, Officer Ward Book 1908
... in blue and red typical of early 20th century stationery... typical of early 20th century stationery. No information ...Office Stationery : Officer Ward Book 1908 The book contains approximately 200 pages. Only the front page and the first page contain writing. The rest of the pages contain faint lines in blue and red typical of early 20th century stationery. No information is written on these pages. While the exterior cover shows signs of tears, stains, dirt, fading, fraying and general wear and tear - it appears the book has had very little use. Handwritten - black ink Officers Ward Book 981 PRobin 81 = CL +Psalm Clancy Enplen Shropshire ward book, stationery -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Photograph - Sheet with 2 black and white contact prints from glass plate negative, 1960-1970
... 19th, early 20th century. Measurements 11.9 x 19 (b) Bottom... , picket fence in background. Dress late 19th, early 20th century ...Historic image of the Curators Cottage - Portland Botanical GardensSheet with 2 black and white contact prints from glass plate negative. Identifying numbers 5628 a, b (a) Top print is a group of 5 women and a man sitting / standing on a lawned area in front of a garden bed , picket fence in background. Dress late 19th, early 20th century. Measurements 11.9 x 19 (b) Bottom print is of the curator's cottage in Portland Botanical Gardens. Measurements 11.8 x 12.5 cm -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Photograph - Sheet of two black and white contact prints from glass plate negatives, 1960-1970
... by the style of the Dress to be taken in the late 19th, early 20th... to be taken in the late 19th, early 20th century. Photograph Sheet ...Sheet of two black and white contact prints from glass plate negatives. Measurements 12.9 x 16.1cm each print Top Image: 3 women and a man sitting on ground under trees. Tablecloth with picnic food and drink. Bottom Image: Group of men and women, flat rocks Bridgewater Beach. One man has fishing rod. Estimated by the style of the Dress to be taken in the late 19th, early 20th century. -
Orbost & District Historical Society
certificate, Stockland Press Pty Ltd, mid 20th century
... . The illustrations are by A.T. Mockridge, an early 20th century Melbourne... are by A.T. Mockridge, an early 20th century Melbourne commercial ...Named to honour the work of John and Elizabeth Gould, 'The Gould League of Bird Lovers' was formed in 1909. It was originally set up to prevent bird egg collecting and to educate for the protection of Australian birds. Gould League members were recruited via schools and received membership certificates and badges. Members were encouraged to enter competitions in bird mimicry, write stories and poems and attend 'bird-day concerts'. This certificate belonged to Patricia Legge. Ruth Scott, daughter of Herbert Scott and Bertha (nee Coverdale), married David Legge. Patricia Dawn Legge and Kevin David Legge are Ruth and David's children. The Gould League has made a significant impact on generations of Australians and their environmental attitudes. Being a Gould league member as a child in primary school gave children the opportunity to belong to a group that was learning about and protecting native bushland and its wildlife. Although not operating some Australian states the Gould League continues in Victoria.A Gould League of Bird Lovers of Victoria membership certificate for Patricia Dawn Legge 1959. It has colourful illustrations of native Australian birds on a pale yellow background. The illustrations are by A.T. Mockridge, an early 20th century Melbourne commercial artist and portraitist. In a banner at the top is a photo of John Gould with GOULD LEAGUE of BIRD LOVERS around it. It has a list of patrons, presidents and the Central Council. There is also the Bird Lover's Pledge unsigned in the middle.In pen - Patricia Dawn Legge 1959certificate gould-league -
Orbost & District Historical Society
certificate, Stockland Press Pty Ltd, 1930's
... are by A.T. Mockridge, an early 20th century Melbourne commercial..., an early 20th century Melbourne commercial artist and portraitist ...Named to honour the work of John and Elizabeth Gould, 'The Gould League of Bird Lovers' was formed in 1909. It was originally set up to prevent bird egg collecting and to educate for the protection of Australian birds. Gould League members were recruited via schools and received membership certificates and badges. Members were encouraged to enter competitions in bird mimicry, write stories and poems and attend 'bird-day concerts'. This certificate was owned to Ruth Scott of Nicholson Street Orbost when she was 10 years old. She was a member of the Gould League for 61 years. Ruth Scott, daughter of Herbert Scott and Bertha (nee Coverdale), married David Legge. Patricia Dawn Legge and Kevin David Legge are Ruth and David's children. There are Gould League certificates for both children in the collection.The Gould League has made a significant impact on generations of Australians and their environmental attitudes. Being a Gould league member as a child in primary school gave children the opportunity to belong to a group that was learning about and protecting native bushland and its wildlife. Although not operating some Australian states the Gould League still functions in Victoria.A Gould League of Bird Lovers of Victoria membership certificate for Ruth Scott. It has colourful illustrations of native Australian birds on a pale yellow background. The illustrations are by A.T. Mockridge, an early 20th century Melbourne commercial artist and portraitist. In a banner at the top is a photo of John Gould with GOULD LEAGUE of BIRD LOVERS around it. It has a list of patrons, presidents and the Central Council. In the middle there is also the Bird Lover's Pledge signed by Ruth Scott..The pledge has been signed by Ruth Scott.certificate gould-league -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book - Pictorial family bible, Hubbard Brothers of Philadelphia, The Pictorial Family Bible, Late 19th Century ?
... 19th to early 20th Century... 20th Century This Bible is retained as a fine example ...Bible and History of religionsThe book has back and front covers in brown leather which features heavily raised embossing . The raised sections contain Biblical and other religious images and intricate patterns. The spine has gold lettering. The front cover is slightly scuffed and is detached from the spine. It has been bound with string and paste. The pages, some of which are torn, contain text and black and white and colour plates. It is not only a Bible as it includes the history of other religions.non-fictionBible and History of religions family bible, family bible 1900, warrnambool -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Serviette, c 1920
... Streets, Tatura. Early 20th century.... and Ross Streets, Tatura. Early 20th century. damask serviettes ...Used at Tatura Commercial Hotel, corner Hogan and Ross Streets, Tatura. Early 20th century.Damask serviette used at Hogans Commercial Hotel Tatura c 1920's.Commercial Hotel (hand written with indelible ink)damask serviettes, tatura commercial hotel -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Textile - Household Textile, Lace Jug Cover, 1930s
... Covers were used in the early 20th century to protect milk... Covers were used in the early 20th century to protect milk ...Covers were used in the early 20th century to protect milk and sugar from flying insectsSquare net cover edged with alternate blue and white beads. A central bow is surrounded with a circular pattern at the edges. Beads inserted in crotched edgehandicrafts, food protection, jug covers, bowl cover -
Trafalgar Holden Museum
Equipment - Horse ring, C1900
... used in horse tackle late 19th and early 20th century, sold... used in horse tackle late 19th and early 20th century, sold ...used in horse tackle late 19th and early 20th century, sold and manufactured by Holden and frostImported and sold by Holden and frost for use in equine equipmentBrass ring for use in Equine equipmentNilequine, military, agriculture, civilian, ca 1910, horse ring -
Trafalgar Holden Museum
Accessory - "D" ring for equine girth strap
... Used on equine tackle during 19th and early 20th century... Used on equine tackle during 19th and early 20th century ...Used on equine tackle during 19th and early 20th century imported and used by Holden and FrostImported, used and sold by Holden and frostNickle plated steel equine girth strap :D" shapedequine military, agriculture, civilian c1900, girth strap ring -
Trafalgar Holden Museum
Accessory - Brass full roller buckle, Circa 1900
... Used on Horse tackle during late 19th and early 20th... Used on Horse tackle during late 19th and early 20th century ...Used on Horse tackle during late 19th and early 20th century and Imported by Holden and frostUsed in the production of equine equipment by Holden and Frost Ca1900Brass full roller buckle used on Horse tackleequine military, agricultural, civilian ca1900, roller buckle -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Functional object - A collection of assorted stoneware and ceramic canisters, 1900s - 1950s
... the late 19th and early 20th centuries for storing and preserving... in the early to mid 20th century. They were commonly used for storing... 19th and early 20th centuries for storing and preserving a wide ...Stoneware or pottery canisters were widely used throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries for storing and preserving a wide range of kitchen food ingredients. Bendigo Pottery was established in 1858 and is Victoria's oldest working pottery. It was founded by George Duncan Guthrie (1828–1910) who abandoned his potter’s wheel in Scotland to join the Australian gold rush. He found a clay deposit perfectly suited for the production of ceramics, so returned to his former profession as a master potter. The population explosion created by the Australian gold rush resulted in an increased demand for all kinds of locally manufactured goods. The Bendigo Pottery became one of regional Victoria’s most important industrial enterprises. By the late 1800s the Pottery was making all kinds of household wares. One of its most popular lines was the mass produced, affordable and functional earthenware such as these canisters.These items are significant on a state and national level due to the importance of Bendigo pottery as a major Victorian manufacturer whose products were widely used in Australian homes.A group of 3 stoneware and ceramic canisters of assorted sizes. The tallest canister bears the Bendigo Pottery makers mark. The flour canister with the lid and the third canister are unmarked. Similar canister were produced by several companies in the early to mid 20th century. They were commonly used for storing flour, salt and other commodities.At bottom of largest canister "BENDIGO POTTERY" above straight linebendigo pottery, earthernware, kitchen utensils -
Trafalgar Holden Museum
Equipment - Half Buckle, C1900
... 20th century and imported by Holden and frost c1900... as used on horse tackle and saddlery late 19th and early 20th ...as used on horse tackle and saddlery late 19th and early 20th century and imported by Holden and frost c1900Sold by Holden and Frost for military and agricultural use c1900Nickle plated steel half buckle as used in saddlery for horsesNilequine, military, civilian, agriculture, c1900, half buckle -
Trafalgar Holden Museum
Equipment - Buckle, C1900
... century and early 20th century for use on saddlery ... and early 20th century for use on saddlery Retailed by Holden ...Imported and sold by Holden and Frost during the late 19th century and early 20th century for use on saddlery Retailed by Holden and Frost for military agriculture and civilian use c1910Nickel plated Bridle roller buckleequine, military, agriculture, civilian ca1910 -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Serving dish, Fish Dish, Early 20th century
... have been used in the early to mid 20th century when the more...Early 20th century... in the early to mid 20th century when the more affluent families ...This fish dish is an attractive household item which would have been used in the early to mid 20th century when the more affluent families in society were entertaining. It is not a common item and most likely would not be seen in households today. This dish has no known local provenance but is of considerable interest as a household item not seen today. It will be useful for display.This fish dish has an electro-plated nickel silver holder with two curved pieces of metal joined at the centre to form a base. There are four round metal balls at each end of the curved metal to stabilise the stand. Four curved metal pieces are attached to the base and hold a rectangular-shaped piece of metal and a handle. Fitting into this piece of metal is a cut glass container which is heavily patterned on the sides and base. The lid of this container is rectangular with rounded edges and silver-plated. The top of the lid has a silver-coloured free-standing fish model attached to the lid by a metal stud. The fish is a little loose on its stand. The handle can be folded down. ‘E P N S 62’ household items, history of warrnambool -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Print - Contact Print - Pastoral Scene, 1960-1979
... 20th century fashion..... They are dressed in late 19th, early 20th century fashion. Print Contact ...Sheet of 4 contact prints from glass plate negatives. Top left: Stream running through bushland and beneath bridge. Top right: Dutton Way beach, looking towards south. Bottom left: Whalers Bluff with lighthouse from Dutton Way. Bottom right: 3 women sitting at small table, taking tea. Outdoor scene, ivy-clad wall behind them. They are dressed in late 19th, early 20th century fashion. -
Orbost & District Historical Society
documents, 1977-1978
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.Nine envelopes containing correspondence sent to Mr D. Thexton, Secretary of Orbost Rifle Club in 1977-1978. Some are from the Victorian Rifle Association.orbost-rifle-club shooting -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Match Record Book, 13.1.1965 - 12.5. 1973
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period A grey cardboard covered book with a red spine. It contains hand-written match records of the members of the Orbost Rifle Club.records orbost-rifle-club shooting -
Orbost & District Historical Society
minute books, Social Committee Minute Book, 22.10.1956 - 7.9.1977
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.The Orbost Rifle Club existed in Orbost for over seventy years.A blue Vana exercise book used by the Social Committee of the orbost Rifle Club to record its minutes.On front cover - handwritten - Orbost Rifle Club Social Committee Minute Bookorbost-rifle-club shooting -
Orbost & District Historical Society
book, Handicaps, 1968
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period. A green Universal exercise book which contains hand-written handicap record of the Orbost Rifle Club. On front cover - handwritten - Handicap Recordsorbost-rifle-club shooting records -
Orbost & District Historical Society
inventory book, 1950-1970
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period. A plain grey covered indexed book with a light blue cloth spine. It has a yellow label on the front cover. It appears to be a record of individual results for the Orbost Rifle Club.On label - printed - ORBOST RIFLE CLUB 211orbost-rifle-club shooting records -
Orbost & District Historical Society
minute book, 8.6.1961 - 15.2.1978
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period. A plain light blue minute book with a cloth brown spine. It has a white label on the front cover.On label- Orbost Rifle Clubminutes orbost-rifle-club shooting -
Orbost & District Historical Society
account book, November 5 1976 - July 18 1977
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.A bright orange receipt / account book with a blue spine. On the cover in dark blue is "Tudor Recordall COUNTER BOOK" at the top and at the bottom is " No. 51 50's Duplicate flexibound"on front cover - handwritten -" Amunition (sic) 1976"orbost-rifle-club -
Orbost & District Historical Society
accounts book, June 30 1956
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.A grey covered bookj with a light brown fabric spine. The front has a white sticker label with "Orbost Rifle Club" handwritten in ink. It contains accounts and a trophy list.orbost-rifle-club accounts-book -
Orbost & District Historical Society
accounts book, 6.7.1968 - 13.10. 1973
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.A green fabric covered book with "Collins Analysis Book 81 Series" in black print on front cover. Inside the pages are lined in green and blue. It contains accounts and a trophy list at the back. There is a page on a memo to clubs re Stamp Duties Act 1967. orbost-rifle-club acounts-book trophy-list -
Orbost & District Historical Society
folder of documents, 1960 - 1970
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.A small blue folder with a metal grip. It contains assorted documents concerning the Orbost Rifle Club.orbost-rifel-club documents -
Orbost & District Historical Society
cash book, 6. 7. 1977 - 3.8.1977
... The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century... gippsland The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century ...The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.A small thick light blue cocered book with whit print on front - "Tudor Cash Receipt Book No. 61". Eleven pages have been used.Inside T of Tudor is written - "Rifle Club".orbost-rifle-club accounts-receipts