In 1912 Mr J.Ritchie was a member of the Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.Original photo depicting all members of Learmonth ANA Branch No 75 in 1912.Black and white photo of J.Ritchie (oval) is set in a brown woodgrain mount,with his name inscribed in white at the base.Photo is placed third from left, top row and forms part of a collection of photos of all members of the Learmonth ANA Branch no 75 in 1912.LEARMONTH ANA BRANCH NO.75.PRESENTED TO C.MEDWELL BY HIS FELLOW MEMBERS AS A MARK OF ESTEEM & APPRECIATION OF VALUABLE SERVICES RENDERED TO THE BRANCH AS SERETARY.LEARMONTH 1912.1912, learmonth ana branch no 75, j ritchie

In 1912 Mr. W.W.Walker was a member of the Learmonth ANA Branch No 75. This photo is part of the original collection of photos showing all 1912 Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.Black and white photo is of Mr. W.W.Walker.It is set in a brown woodgrain look mount rectangular with a shaped top.Third from right in bottom row ,it is part of a collection of photos showing all 1912 members of the Learmonth ANA B ranch No 75.LEARMONTH BRANCH NO 75.PRESENTED TO C.MEDWELL,ESQ.BY HIS FELLOW MEMBERS AS A MARK OF ESTEEM & APPRECIATION OF VALUABLE SERVICES RENDERED TO THE BRANCH AS SECRETARY.LEARMONTH 1912.w w walker 1912, learmonth ana branch no 75

Silver plated basket with hinged metal handle, presented to Mr R W Pettitt in South Africa May 1972 for having judged the South African National Corriedale Championships.Presented to Mr R W Pettitt in South Africa May 1972 for having judged the South African National Corriedale Championships.R W Pettitt Esq/ IN APPRECIATION/ FOR HAVING JUDGED/ THE SOUTH AFRICAN/ NATIONAL CORRIEDALE CHAMPIONSHIPS/ PIETERMARITZBURG/ MAY 1972 LOUIS PLAT./ EPNScorriedale sheep sheep breeding agricultural shows, australian corriedale association, pettitt, mr r. w., corriedale sheep, sheep breeding, agricultural shows

Frank Wright was a renown resident of Smeaton, where he was born. He lived at Laura Villa, and attended Smeaton State School. His father William was a gold miner and his mother's name was Sarah. Their family won many singing and instrumental awards. Frank was tutored by Percy Code and was awarded a gold medal for the highest marks in the ALCM examinations in the British Colonies at the age of seventeen years. He became the Australian Open Cornet Champion by the age of eighteen. A year later, Frank conducted the City of Ballarat Band, and later the Ballarat Soldiers’ Memorial Band. He formed the Frank Wright Frisco Band and Frank Wright and his Coliseum Orchestra. These bands won many South Street awards, and Frank as conductor won many awards in the Australian Band Championship contest. In 1933 Frank Wright sailed to England to conduct the famous St Hilda’s Band and was later appointed Musical Director of the London County Council (the GLC or Greater London Council), where he organized many amazing concerts in most of the 150 parks, in and around the London district. He was also responsible for some of London’s major concerts at Kenwood, the Crystal Palace and Holland Park. He was made Professor of Brass and Military Band Scoring and conducted at the Guildhall of Music and Drama. Frank was often invited to adjudicate Brass Band Championships around Europe, in Australia, including South Street and in New Zealand. The Frank Wright Medal at the Royal South Street competition is awarded to an individual recognized as making an outstanding contribution to brass music in Australia.1). Typed letter on The Boys' Brigade London District letterhead, regarding the cancellation of a Brass Band concert which was to be held at Festival Hall and the appreciation for the work Frank Wright had done for the organisation. 2). Envelope with The Boys' Brigade Logo printed on the front with 5, 1 penny stamps and the typed address of Frank Wright1). Typed letter with a signature written in pen 2). Typed addressfrank wright, gerald walker, boys brigade, brass bands, conductor

Typed letter dated Aug 2rd 1909 to the Secretary, A.M.A., Bendigo requesting them to convey their appreciation and admiration to J. Davis of his heroic conduct in risking his life for the benefit of a fellow worker. Signed by General Secretary, Hy. Glance. Letter from Westralian Goldfields Federated Miners' Union of Workers, Boulder.Hy. Glancemine, gold, joseph davies, joseph davies collection - letter of appreciation and admiration, secretary ama bendigo, westralian goldfields federated miners union of workers, hy glance

Certificate presented to D L Parry by the Royal Australian Airforce in appreciation of his services in the Volunteer Air Observer Corps, dated 20 September 1945. Certificate shows Royal Australian Airforce Badge, illustrations of observers and aeroplanes, volunteer Air Observers Corps Badge, and one year's service (two of) attached stickers.person, individual, daniel leslie parry

This book is a school text book in the 19th Century and was used in British and in British Empire schools . It would have been used in secondary school classes as a reader and a literary appreciation text.The extracts are of a very classical character.This book is retained as a reference book and as a fine example of a 19th century school text. Red cloth and card cover with black text.400 pages. Inside front and back covers are lists of the Chambers’s Educational Courses. NATIONAL READING BOOKschool text

This is a book review by Clive Turnbull of 'Victorian Modern' by Robin Boyd and 'Art Appreciation" by R Haughton James. The review of Boyd's book ends with a high complement - Turnbull wishes the book could have been longer!Handwritten in pen the date at the topclive turnbull, victorian modern, walsh st library

Item relates to John Stanley HOWLETT No 2676 AIF. Refer Cat No 41 for his service history.Certificate of Appreciation by the Citizens of the Shire of Tullaroop to Pte John S Howlett No 2676 59th Battalion AIF 1914-5-6. Black & white certificate with red and white flags at top. 6 x dignitaries of the day are pictured. White border mounted, glass front, timber frame with gold inner border & ply backing.certificates, framed, shire

Programme of a Legacy Demonstration at the Melbourne Town Hall in 1972. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and eurythmics, the Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to 1979, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall or Olympic Pool Stadium. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. These costumes were Russian cossack dancers. The year was assumed to be 1972 as that was one year that 4th August was a Friday. A record of a Junior Legacy demonstration. The annual demonstrations showcased the amount of effort the children put into their classes.White card printed on both sides and folded in half. Front page is of two Junior Legatees in costume dancing with the Legacy Torch in the top righthand corner. Middle pages detail the times of Boy's and Girl's classes together with the concert programme. The back page detail appreciation of those that have given their time to teach the Junior Legatees.annual demonstration, legacy on parade, junior legatee, costumes

BHS Collection. See Item 10531.21One page letter from the Axedale Waterworks Trust dated 25th November 1969. The letter is addressed to Mr. J. Ellison of 15 Archer Street, Kangaroo Flat. in the letter the Trust accept the resignation and express the appreciation for the work done as commissioner and chairman of the organization. Signed by T.H. Bowles (secretary). Aileen and John Ellison Collection.axedale, axedale waterworks trust

Historical information - RECHABITES - The Star of Kew Tent, No. 260. This branch of the Independent Order of Rechabites was founded in September, 1882, when the following members were installed as the first officers by the district officers, viz. Chief Ruler, Bro. W. H. Bardwell; Deputy Ruler, Bro. C. 
Viney; Past Chief Ruler, Bro. J. V. Morgan; Treasurer, Bro. R. Eyre; Money Steward, Bro. A. Brown; Levite, Bro. W. H. Richardson; Guardian, Bro. J. Wathen; Secretary, Bro. T. J. Eaton. Bros. W. H. Bardwell, T. J. Eaton, and F. J. Legge 
were appointed as trustees. It is interesting to 
note that three of the foundation members, Messrs. Bardwell, Eaton, and Richardson, and still members of the tent. The first meetings were held in the Mission Hall, but for many years the meeting place 
of the tent has been the Kew Town Hall. The funds of the tent have gradually accumulated until at the last audit they amounted to £2,097. For many years past the interest on the funds has been more than sufficient to meet all claims for sick pay. The 
total membership is now 140. The following past secretaries have been mainly instrumental in placing the tent in its present position:-Bros. T. J. Eaton, W. H. Bardwell, C. B. Gray, and C. L. Churcher. The present officers are :- C.R., Bro. R. M. Jones; D.R., Bro. T. H. B. Williams; P.C.R., Bro. C. H. Green; Treasurer, Bro. W. J. Thornton; Secretary, Bro. F. C. W. Hurrell. Junior Branch. A junior branch was founded in 1883, and while its membership has fluctuated considerably according to the enthusiasm of the management, it has been the means of introducing many members to the senior tent. Its membership is now 41. Female Branch. Lily of Kew Tent, No. 20. This branch was formed in October, 1904, and has accomplished good work. Its membership is 38. Much of its success is due to the untiring energy of its secretary, Mrs. J Jaycock. Source: Barnard, FGA, Jubilee History of Kew, Victoria, 1910This document forms part of a large collection of material assembled by the Rogers family of Kew and donated by the family to the Kew Historical Society by Dorothy Rogers or by her sons. The items in the collection have social and spiritual significance and are also historically significant. Items such as this coloured lithograph have a degree of artistic and aesthetic significance as representative examples of the certificate designers art in the 19th Century. A certificate awarded to W. H. Richardson (the father of the historian Dorothy Rogers) by the ‘Juvenile Tent No.157 in appreciation of his role as ‘Superintendent’. The certificate notes that 1887 was the fourth anniversary of the Juvenile Tent. The Star of Kew Tent No. 260 had been formed in 1882 as a branch of the Independent Order of Rechabites. W. H. Richardson was a founding member.star of kew tent no.260, independent order of rechabites, william h richardson, rogers collection, testimonials

Discusses the state of art and culture in Australia, in particular the artists, the art boom, art appreciation and cultural maturity. Beginnings of Australia's own sense of direction in the arts and moving to an Australian identity rather than relying on overseas influencesTypewritten, quarto, (carbon copy), 7 pages. (Two copies)art, culture, artists, painters, australia, australiana, australian identity, sydney opera house, robin boyd, manuscript

To share information and gain first hand knowledge, organisations sometimes undertook study visits to various countries. In appreciation for the hospitality and information gained as part of this, the Sarawak Society for the Blind - Sibu branch presented a commemorative plaque to RVIB. 1 plastic stand with engraved silver plate of a collage of images of rural village scenes, with yellow and black insignia for the Sarawak Society for the Blind Sibu branch rests in the middle.With compliments from Sarawak Society for the Blind (State) 1st August 1994royal victorian institute for the blind, sarawak society for the blind

Details of discussions of the annual Anzac Commemoration Ceremony for Students with the Department of Education in 1989 regarding the 1990 ceremony. The ceremony provides a valuable opportunity for students to gain an appreciation of the Anzac spirit, the significance of the Shrine and the meaning of Anzac Day.A record of planning undertaken for the annual ceremony at the Shrine for school students by the Commemoration committee. Also that it was part of an original archive set up with S17 being document number 17 in the 'Shrine' archive.Minutes of a meeting and memo regarding planning for the Annual Anzac Commemoration Service for Students.Handwritten in blue pen 'TV coverage / S17'anzac commemoration for students, wreath laying ceremony

The writing box is also in the LDHS collection - Registration no. 1478. It was presented to Elizabeth (Lizzie) Bennett in appreciation of her fundraising efforts for the church. Lizzie Bennett, later Mrs Todd, also served as church organist for many years.Black and white photograph of the top of the writing box which was presented to Miss Elizabeth Bennett by the congregation of St Paul's Church of England, Linton, in 1873. Photograph shows the inscription on the box.elizabeth bennett, rev. r johnson mercer, st paul's church of england linton, writing boxes

The fire screen was gifted to Mr J J Watson at his retirement in 1952. The assembly hall at the Mair Street property was named in his honour. Mr J J watson was a member of the school council from its inception in 1919 when he was elected as a representative of Scots' Church. He succeeded Rev J T Riddle as secretary to council in 1920. In 1954 the assembly hall at the Mair Street property was officially named Watson Hall in his honour. In 1957 the constitution of the Council was amended to enable Mr Watson to be elected its first life member. The fire screen was returned to the school by the family after his death. In a tribute in 1952 at the time of Mr watson's retirement from secretarial position on council, Principal Kerr said, 'Mr watson's family was friendly with the Kennedy(founder) family in Ireland, so that his interest in Clarendon was almost hereditary. His breadth of vision, generosity, devotion to the advancement of the school in every way, and meticulous care of the property and ikts interests, have given him a unique place in the hostory of the school. Wood fire screen with school crest at top of front. Carved details at top corners and base of front feature scottish thistle and leaves. Solid wood frame and stand; veneer insert. Small bronze plaque fixed to top of back. Plaque: Presented to / Mr J J WATSON / in appreciation of his devoted service / as secretary of the council of / CLARENDON PRESBYTERIAN LADIES / COLLEGE / FROM 1920 - 1952.j-j-watson, clarendon-presbyterian-ladies-college, mair-street-campus, school-council, watson-hall, life-member, fire-screen, furniture,

In 1912 Mr. D.Doyle was an active member of the Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.This photo is part of the original collection of photos which show all members of the 1912 Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.Black and white photo is of Mr. D.Doyle.Oval in shape it is set in a brown woodgrain look mount with decorative features in white on lower left of mount and his name inscribed at the base.The photo is second from left on the bottom row of a collection of photos showing all members of the 1912 Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.LEARMONTH BRANCH NO 75.PRESENTED TO C.MEDWELL ESQ.BY HIS FELLOW MEMBERS AS A MARK OF ESTEEM & APPRECIATION OF VALUABLE SERVICES RENDERED TO THE BRANCH AS SECRETARY. LEARMONTH 1912.learmonth ana branch no 75, d doyle 1912

In the year 1912 Mr. E.C.Kinnersley was a member of the Learmonth ANA Branch No 75.This photo is part of a the original collection of photos which show all members of the 1912 Learmonth ANA Branch No 75 Black and white photo is of E.C.Kinnersley and is rectangular with a shaped top and set in a brown woodgrain look mount. His name is inscribed in white at the base,and it is fourth from left on bottom row of a collection photos depicting all Learmonth ANA Branch No 75 members in 1912.LEARMONTH ANA BRANCH NO 75. PRESENTED TO C.MEDWELL ESQ. BY HIS FELLOW MEMBERS AS A MARK OF ESTEEM & APPRECIATION OF VALUABLE SERVICES RENDERED TO THE BRANCH AS SECRETARY.LEARMONTH 1912.learmonth ana branch no 75, e c kinnersley 1912

Wooden plates a traditional Slovenian item for various souvenirs and celebration items. The plates were produced for the 25th Anniversary of the Slovenian Association MelbourneCelebrated anniversaryWooden carved plate with the carved text -Slovenian Association Melbourne, Silver Anniversary and some floral and geometrical ornamentsSlovensko društvo Melbourne v priznanje in spomin ob 25. letnici - Slovenian Assocaition Melbourne in appreciation at the time of Silver Jubillee. SDM 1954-1979wooden carved plate, slovenian association melbourne, silver jubillee

Pewter mugRising Sun badge. Inscription- Presented to Maj V. GullickIn appreciation of services rendered as treasurer of staff corps mess AHQ Committee 1945-1946

White-light blue gradient certificate with a large image of the Anti-Cancer Council of Victoria in a silver wooden frame with black text reading:IN APPRECIATION ANTI-CANCER COUNCIL OF VOCTORIA Presented by the Anti-caner Council of Victoria to Wangaratta High School in grateful recognition of their generous contribution to Cancer Research

To celebrate the work undertaken by various members on the Centenary Appeal, the Association for the Blind presented wooden shields as mark of recognition and respect.1 burgundy wooden shield with engraved gold and blue coloured plateAssociation for the Blind Centenary. John O Wicking AM In appreciation of your outstanding support as Patron and Benefactor of the successful $7.5M Centenary Appeal 1994-1997.association for the blind, john wicking

To celebrate the work undertaken by various members on the Centenary Appeal, the Association for the Blind presented wooden shields as mark of recognition and respect.1 brown wooden shield with engraved gold and blue plate Association for the Blind Centenary. John Wicking. In appreciation of your outstanding contribution as Chairman of the Tilly Aston fund, part of the $7.5M Centennary appeal 1994-1997.association for the blind, john wicking

presented to 5RVRSilver Chalais shaped trophy enscribed on base, inside of cup appears gold in colour Presented to 5th BN ROYAL VICTORIA REGIMENT BY THE MELBOURNE SCOTS IN APPRECIATION OF THIER CLOSE ASSOCIATION AND THE SERVICES RENDERED BY THE PIPES AND DRUMS OVER MANY YEARS 5/6 rvr, 5rvr, pipes and drums

One of two albums presented to Mr EJ Fairnie in appreciation of his work towards the exhibitions of 1928 and 1938. Mr Fairnie was Hon Sec of the 1928 committee. The both exhibitions were in the Dennys Lascelles Bow Truss building.Presented to/ E J Fairnie esq/ whose efforts ..... Photographs by Lockwood Studiostextile mills - history textile machinery textile mills, returned soldiers and sailors mill valley worsted mill collins bros mill pty ltd albion woollen mills co. pty ltd felt and textiles pty ltd excelsior woollen and worsted mills federal woollen mills ltd gordon institute of technology, fairnie, mr edward john - returned soldiers and sailors mill, textile mills - history, textile machinery, textile mills