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Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Leslie Cecil Maygar and group of soldiers, 1900c
The Maygar family came to Greensborough circa 1841 from Somerset England. They were of Hungarian descent. They farmed along the Plenty River. Leslie Cecil Maygar VC, DSO, VD was an Australian recipient of the Victoria Cross. In 1901 Lieutenant Maygar was awarded the Victoria Cross for rescuing a fellow Victorian whose horse had been shot. He died at Beersheeba in Palestine in 1917.Digital copy of black and white photograph.leslie cecil maygar, maygar family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Leslie C Maygar and soldiers, 1900c
The Maygar family came to Greensborough circa 1841 from Somerset England. They were of Hungarian descent. They farmed along the Plenty River. Leslie Cecil Maygar VC, DSO, VD was an Australian recipient of the Victoria Cross. In 1901 Lieutenant Maygar was awarded the Victoria Cross for rescuing a fellow Victorian whose horse had been shot. He died at Beersheeba in Palestine in 1917.Digital copy of black and white photograph.leslie cecil maygar, maygar family, victoria cross -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Home of Evelyn and Duncan Black, W.A, 1895c
Part of a collection of photographs copied from the late Shirley Fraser (nee Black), also descendant of the McLaughlin family. This photograph shows people on the verandah of the home of Evelyn and Duncan Black in Western Australia.Digital copy of black and white photograph in format of Christmas greeting.shirley fraser, evelyn black, duncan black -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, George W. Stock, 1910c
George William Stock, born at sea on the way to Australia 1861 (RIP 23/2/1924); buried at Greensborough. Photographs from the collection of Peter Blackbourn, a descendant of the Chapman Stock family. Annotations to photos by Peter Blackbourn.Digital copy of black and white photograph.peter blackbourn, george willam stock -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, George William Stock, 1910c
George William Stock born at sea on way to Australia 1861 (RIP 23/2/1924). This photo has been cropped. Photographs from the collection of Peter Blackbourn, a descendant of the Chapman Stock family. Annotations to photos by Peter Blackbourn. Digital copy of black and white photograph, cropped.peter blackbourn, george willam stock -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Susan Chapman, 1874c
Susan Chapman came to Australia with husband James Chapman in 1849. They has eight children and Susan was a midwife in the Greensborough area. Photographs from the collection of Peter Blackbourn, a descendant of the Chapman Stock family. Annotations to photos by Peter Blackbourn. [J. P. Lind Studio advertised between 1870-1874] Digital copy of black and white studio photograph.peter blackbourn, susan chapman -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Grimshaw Street Greensborough, 13/12/1935
Article from the Hurstbridge Advertiser (13/12/1935) reporting on the proposed construction of Grimshaw Street and who was responsible for paying for it. Includes reference to many Greensborough streets.2 page article downloaded from the National Library of Australia. Copy 2: Item # 540.heidelberg road trust, grimshaw street, cordner -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, The old Melbourne Gaol, 1841o
The Old Melbourne Gaol was built in 1841 and is presently under the care of the National Trust of Victoria. This book describes the history of the gaol and penal life in the 19th century.20 page book. Black and white illustrations. Cover includes a photograph of the interior of the Old Melbourne Gaol.old melbourne gaol, melbourne, gaols, jails, national trust of victoria -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, From Brunswick Street to Bells Beach, 1997-2006
This book was published to commemorate the fifth decade of the National Trust in Victoria, 1997-2006. It outlines the successes and failures in preserving the state's heritage properties. Written by Mary Ryllis Clark and Victoria Hammond.37 page book. Colour illustrations. Cover depicts Bells Beach and the interior and exterior views of city buildings.national trust of victoria, heritage, mary ryllis clark, victoria hammond -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Diphtheria outbreak in Greensborough, 28/07/1899
A detailed account of the diphtheria outbreak in Greensborough in 1899. It is taken from the report of Heidelberg Council's Health Officer Dr Phillips. An account of the sanitary conditions in early Greensborough.2 pages downloaded from Trove (National Library of Australia). greensborough, health, sanitation, diphtheria. -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Disastrous fire in Greensborough, 26/09/1930
This 1930 article by correspondent David Medhurst outlines the fire at Councillor Jessop's home in Alexander Street and subsequent calls for the establishment of a fire brigade in Greensborough. The article was downloaded from Trove (National Library of Australia).Original reports of the fire and local support for establishment of a fire brigade in Greensborough. 2 pages downloaded from Trove (National Library of Australia), corrected and reformatted.fire brigade, greensborough, david medhurst, councillor jessop, jessop, fire -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Sensational accident. Picnic van upset. 1896, 28/12/1896
Greensborough and district has always been a popular spot for picnickers but his Boxing Day picnic ended in disaster. [The injured were treated at The Farmers Arms Hotel]An account of the dangers of fast travel on country roads.2 pages. Page one has a facsimile of the article downloaded from Trove (National Library of Australia); page two is a transcription of the article.road accidents, picnics, greensborough, diamond creek -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Labour picnic, 27/01/1925
Greensborough has been a popular place for picnics This article describes the first annual Labour picnic organised by the women's committee of the Victorian branch of the Australian Labour Party in 1925. A highlight of the day was a trek to the Batman Apple Tree in Bosch's orchard.This picnic was held at Mr Bosch's orchard and visited the "Batman" apple tree.1 page printed both sides. Article downoaded from Trove (National Library of Australia)batman apple tree, picnics, orchards, greensborough, australian labour party -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, City of swimming pools, 08/03/1937
A report on the opening of the Greensborough swimming pool in the Plenty River 1937.This pool on the Plenty River still exists today.Article downloaded from Trove (National Library of Australia).greensborough, swimming pools, plenty river, heidelberg city council -
Greensborough Historical Society
Booklet, Pro Track News - Issue 14, 1981_12
Records national and international athletics results for events during 1981. It also contains programs for future events.Was donated by the Partingtons, a local family who were involved in athletics.A 20 page newsletter issued in December 1981 by the Australian Athletics Confederation.Nilathletics, stawell gift, partington -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, McDowell: assisted British Immigration 1839-1871, 1839-1871
The results of a search for passengers with the surname McDowell who came to Australia as assisted British immigrants.One page print out of assisted British immigrants with the surname McDowell.mcdowell, assisted british immigrants -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, Richards - Angland Family, by Ida Brown as told to June Hall, 1895o
Ida Brown relates the story of her family, through good and bad times. From her grandfather's arrival in Australia (John Henry Richards) to her time at Greensborough Primary School. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough pioneer families.2 typed pages.rickards angland family, ida brown, henry richards, lillian richards, john angland -
Greensborough Historical Society
Oral History, June Hall, The Noel Withers story, 2011
Noel Withers recounts his background in England, emigrating to Australia and settling in Greensborough. He discusses the development of his interest in the Greensborough cemetery and local history. A told to June Hall 2011.A primary source account of Noel's background and interest in local history. 3 typed pages. noel withers, greensborough historical society, june hall, greensborough cemetery -
Greensborough Historical Society
Genealogical Document, Middleton Family - Briar Hill, 1923o
Details of the Middleton family of Briar Hill from their arrival in Australia from England in 1923/24. Lists the children of Jesse Middleton and Florence Clark.2 typed pages.middleton family jesse middleton, briar hill -
Greensborough Historical Society
Magazine, Australia's Heritage. Part 16, 1970_
This weekly magazine is a history of Australia from European settlement. 24 pages per issue. Illustrations (some colour). 16 issues bound into one binder. Total 112 issues in 7 binders. 3 individual issues (part 16: item 706,part 20: item 704 and part 21: item 705).Individual issues stamped "Vertical File" (source unknown)australia history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Memoirs, The Diary of John Spence, 20/02/1859
This document outlines a 3 month sea journey from England to Australia in 1859 on the sailing ship "Arabia".John Spence and his wife Jessie were pioneers of Victoria.An 11 page computer printed stapled document. It is double side printed in A4.Niljohn spence, jessie spence, mary spence, sailing ship arabia, immigration -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, School maintains close ties with RSL, 1995_08
Commemorates a visit to to Watsonia Primary school on 15th August 1995 by members of Watsonia RSL and members of the Army School of Music for a wreath laying ceremony.The ceremony was a part of the Australia Remembers celebrations commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the end of World War II.A black and white photocopy of a newspaper article featuring a large photograph of some ADF personel with school children.Some blue biro words at the bottom and the word "Watsonia" in pencil at the top right corner.watsonia rsl, watsonia primary school, army school of music, australia remembers -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper article, Diamond Valley News, Artist's works show another side of war, 1995_
The article was published as a part of the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 Commemoration.The article is about Robert Anderson, a founder member of the Diamond Valley Arts Society. Robert served in WW2 and was selected to paint the portrait of Captain Lionel Colin Matthews, a decorated Signals Corps member.An A3 sized photocopy of a Diamond Valley News article. Nilcaptain lionel colin matthews, robert anderson, signals corps, australia remembers, ww2, daimond valley arts society -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Love was in the air when navigator Bob met Margaret, 18/05/1945
The article is one of series published as part of the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 program.This article tells the tale of how Bob and Margaret Barling met in England during WW2. Bob was born in Briar Hill and returned there with his bride after the war. They later moved to Montmorency.An A3 article written as part of the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 Commemoration.Nilww2, australia remembers 1945 - 1995, waaf, raaf, pathfinder squadron, ve day, war brides, barling family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Community celebrations, 1995_
The article is one of series published as part of the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 program.This story is about Jack Wilcox, a local ex serviceman. Jack served in post war Japan as a part of the British Commonwealth Occupation Force.An A3 photocopy of an article from the Australia Remembers 1945 - 1995 program.Hand written words "Jack Wilcox" on top RH corner.bcof, jack wilcox, australia remembers 1945 - 1995, korean war -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Photograph (copy), Partington and Price family photographs, 1860-1915
Four studio portraits of members of the Partington and Price family: 1] Grandma Gibbs of Kew who was the Grandma of Sarah Jane Gibbs (William Partington's first wife) who in turn was the Grandmother of Eva Partington. 2] Grandma Ellen Partington. Ellen was one of 7 children of Benjamin and Sarah Whatmough. She married Charles Partington and they migrated to Australia in 1857, living at Point Lookout, the Watsonia Toll Gates and Willis Vale. Their children include Prudence, Maria, Charles [Junior]; Ben, Tom, Joe, and Will. 3] Archibald Price of Williamstown and Doris and Ivy Partington. [The Funeral notice for Archibald Price appears in the Williamstown Chronicle Saturday 22 January 1876, page 2]Copy of 4 photographs, sepia studio portraits.partington family, ellen partington, archibald price -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Angus & Robertson Ltd, The Australian Encyclopaedia, 1958_
Standard history of Australia to 195810 vols. illus. maps with index vol. 10australian encyclopaedia -
Greensborough Historical Society
Newspaper Clipping, Master blaster sets pace, 23/09/2015
Bundoora resident Cameron Simon claimed 3 gold medals in the Australian Masters Athletics Championship.News clipping, black text, colour image.cameron simon, diamond valley athletics club -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, Celestina Sagazio, Cemeteries: our heritage / edited by Celestina Sagazio, 1992_
This book covers various heritage cemeteries throughout Victoria and includes tips on maintenance as well as information on using cemeteries as a research tool. There is a small section on St Katherine's Cemetery St Helena.184p., illus.st katherines church st helena, st helena cemetery -
Greensborough Historical Society
Book, C. J. Lloyd et al, Out of the wilderness: the return of Labor, 1974_
A study of the Labor government in Australia from December 1972 to May 1974447 p.australia - politics and government, australian labor party