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Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park
B/W Photograph, Emerald Park Lake c. 1960, 1960
The Stone family were migrants from Wales, living at the Fisherman's Bend Migrant Hotel around 1960. This photograph was taken on a day trip to Emerald Park Lake.The photograph shows the state of Emerald Park Lake around 1960.B/W photograph, looking across a stretch of Emerald Lake towards a building in the background, probably the kiosk.REAR: stamp "Ilford 260"emerald park lake -
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park
B/W Photograph, Emerald Lake Park c. 1960, 1960
The Stone family were migrants from Wales, living at the Fisherman's Bend Migrant Hotel around 1960. This photograph was taken on a day trip to Emerald Park Lake.The photograph shows the state of Emerald Park Lake around 1960.B/W photograph, looking across a stretch of Emerald Lake. Feature in background left might be diving platform.REAR: Ilford 260emerald park lake -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Official History of Australia in the War of 1914-1918 Vol 1
This book was part of a large group of books referred to as the Pattison Collection, which belonged to the Warrnambool Public Library, part of the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute. About RALPH ERIC PATTISON and the ‘PATTISON COLLECTION’ The ‘Pattison Collection’ is a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities, are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the WMI was led to ask the City Council to take it over in 1911 due to a lack of financial support. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Public Library as it was then called. Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up a home in Warrnambool. In 1935 when Pattison accepted the position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council his huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower areas of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave from 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However, he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. THE NEW WARRNAMBOOL LIBRARY When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Pattison. Eventually, the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. Official History of Australia in the War of 1914-1918 Vol 1 Author: C.E.W. Bean Publisher: Angus & Robertson Ltd Date: 1941 Further Information: From the Outbreak of war to the end of the first phase of the Gallipoli campaign May 4 1915The label on the spine cover with typed text H 940.40994 OFF Paste down front end paper has a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service. flagstaff hil, warrnambool, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, official history of australia in the war of 1914-1918 vol 1, c.e.w. bean -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Ringwood and Croydon Mail, Adelaide Street ,Ringwood. Early 1960's
Postcard size coloured photograph"Written on back of photograph" Ringwood and Croydon mail,Adelaide Street . Early 1960's -
Federation University Historical Collection
Award, Stokes, Peter Alexander's Junior Techncial School Basketball Medallion, 1960, 1958
Stokes was established in 1856 by a young English die-sinker named Thomas Stokes, who had arrived from England duringthe gold rush of that era. Disappointment in the fields led him to Melbourne where he setup business as a diesinker producing medals, tokens, buttons and silverware, a skill he acquired over five dedicated years of apprenticeship which he had completed in Birmingham, England. A merger with G.F Martin in 1867 saw the firm introduce electroplated nickel silver to Australia. The banking crisis of the 1890’s saw a split with Martin and the gradual joining of Thomas Stokes’ three sons, and by 1911 the company was called Thomas Stokes and Sons. A double sided medallion featuring a basketballer and the word 'basketball' on one side and engraved information on verso.Engraved into the medallion Ballarat Junior Technical School 1960 Basketball P. Alexander 1958ballarat junior technical school, athletics, numismatics -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Heathmont Shopping Centre and Service Station (3 Views). Probably late 1960's
On Reverse of 3 photos: "Heathmont".Undated but estimated late 1960's based on cars. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, City of Ringwood celebrations, 1960
Catalogue card reads, 'City of Ringwood celebrations, 1960'. Float by Coles (rather unique)'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, City of Ringwood celebrations, 1960
Catalogue card reads, 'City of Ringwood celebration, 1960. Excited children watching procession'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Proclamation of the City of Ringwood, 19 March, 1960 - local unit 3rd Div. Engineers
Catalogue card reads, 'Declaration of City 1960. Local unit 3rd Div. Engineers'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Proclamation of the City of Ringwood procession - 19 March, 1960
Catalogue card reads, 'Declaration of City, 1960. Parade - Ex Naval Mens Association'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Proclamation of the City of Ringwood procession spectators - 19 March, 1960
Catalogue card reads, 'Declaration of City, 1960. Spectators watching parade - Cub Group'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Last meeting as Borough of Ringwood, 1960 with Mayor Albert Lavis
Catalogue card reads, 'Last meeting as Borough of Ringwood, 1960. Albert Lavis - Mayor'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, 1960 City of Ringwood celebrations
Written on back of photograph, '1960. City celebrations'. (2 copies and 1 newspaper clipping). -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Declaration of City, 1960. Sir Dallas Brooks and the Mayor of Ringwood
Catalogue card reads, 'Declaration of City, 1960. Sir Dallas Brooks and the Mayor of Ringwood'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, City of Ringwood celebrations, 1960
Catalogue card reads, 'City celebrations, 1960. Vintage car with couple in period costume''. -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book, Trade Board Minute Book, 1914-1917, 24/06/1914-03/08/1917
A book of minutes taken at meetings of trade instructors at the Ballarat School of Mines. On 24 June 1914 the following instructors were present: H.H. Smith (Chair), W.J. Hall (Signwriting), W.M. Steane (Carpentry), Elliott (Manual Training), D. Mullins (Plumbing), F.N. King (Cabinet Making), S.H. Hoddar (Sheet Metal), F. Friend (Pattern Making), F.J. Montgomery (Printing), E.J. McConnon (Engineering), A. Sutherland (Electric Wiring), F. Williams (Telegraphy), Whaleton (TElephone Mechanics), Millim Geary (BLacksmithing), H.H. Smith (Principal Art School), R. Cutter (Drawing and Maths), Mrs Green (Dressmaking), Mrs Wright (Dressmaking).ballarat school of mines, trades, trade board -
Camberwell RSL Sub-Branch
Red Cross Poster 1914, Red Cross Poster to raise fund for a Motor Ambulance, dated 1st October 1914, 1914
Significant, one of the earliest details of the Red Cross Society in WW1 Very significant, very rare.Paper poster, headed Red Cross Society. Asking for interested citizen in the Camberwell/Canterbury area to form committees to raise 600 pounds to buy a fitted out Motor Ambulance to send over to France as part of the war effort. In October 1914 not one motor Ambulance was on the French front as the War office had banned any Red Cross involvement with wounded soldiers. Once General Kitchener was made aware of this situation he immediately overruled the ban and 100 motor ambulances and 1000 Nurses were sent to France. This fund raising by Camberwell Residents for a Motor Ambulance to be sent to France would have been among the first in WW1.See photo for complete details -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, "The Dark Town Band" 1912-1914
"The Dark Town Band" 1912-1914stawell entertainment -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Portraits of 20 persons from the A N A in one frame with Mr George Gorman 1914
Group of Portraits A.N.A. 1914 Framedstawell -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Newspaper, Various newspaper articles of Cr RC Horman officiating as Mayor of Ringwood in 1960/61
Official opening of East Ringwood Baptist School room in November 1960 Archbishop Simonds lays Foundation stone of the new Diocesan College of St Thomas Aquinas in Thomas Street, Ringwood Vandalism in Ringwood Heathmont Scouts Parent's Association garden fete on 2nd November 1960 New Heathmont Welfare Centre Viviani Crescent opened by Lady Brooks -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Envelope, Packet: 1960 City of Ringwood Proclamation; City Emblems; leaflets; Mayors message; Variety concert
1960 City of Ringwood Proclamation; City Emblems - drawings & correspondence; Council leaflet; Mayors message; Variety concert; Civic service; Official opening -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Audio - CD, "Yachting History Interview, Dick Edwards, 12/10/1960"
"Yachting History Interview, Dick Edwards, 12/10/1960". Interviewed by Ronald Jackson. Recording made by Janice MacDonald, the grandaughter of Dick Edwards sport - yachting, eli 'dick' edwards, janice c morton macdonald, port melbourne yacht club, pmyc -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Letter - Representatives Term Of Office Expire 1st March 1960
Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans die on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it documents the management of the Falls Creek Tourist Area in the early 1960s..This letter was written by the Falls Creek Area Management Committee on the 9th February 1960. It outlines the process and regulations related to the nomination of representatives to the Management Committee.falls creek area management committee, falls creek administration, management committee regulations -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Book - Town of Port Melbourne, Rough Minute Book 11/07/1911 to 1914, 1911
Town of Port Melbourne Council Rough Minute Book 11/07/1911 to 1914. Various committeesWritten and typed and printed. Green cover with tan spine Other rough minute books from period catalogued in series 3685 to 3693, also 1107local government - town of port melbourne, built environment, arthur victor heath, town clerks -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Photograph - Framed Photograph, Auburn Heights Bowling Club Runner-Up Pennant Division A2 Season 1960-61, 1960-1961
Sports Clubs in Kew in the final decades of the 19th century and in the early 20th century were often umbrella organisations with facilities for a number of sports. Typically in Kew, this included teams in lawn bowls, tennis and croquet. The Kew Bowling Club was formed in 1880 while the privately owned Auburn Heights Recreation Club was opened in 1904. By 1998, the two Clubs decided to amalgamate at the Auburn Heights site in Barkers Road, forming the Kew Heights Sports Club. The combined club was itself taken over by the Melbourne Cricket Club in 2012 becoming MCC Kew Sports Club. In 2017 MCC Kew closed and its landholding was subsequently sold to Carey Baptist Grammar School. Both the Kew and Auburn Heights Clubs assembled important collections. These historically significant and large collections were donated to the Society in 2020. The collections include manuscripts, pictures, trophies, plans, honour boards etc. References Barnard FGA 1910, 'Sports and Pastimes' in Jubilee History of Kew Victoria: Its origin & progress 1803-1910. Chapman J & C 1999, The history of the Auburn Heights Recreation Club, 1904 to 1908. Reeve S 2012, City of Boroondara: Thematic Environmental History, p.216.The combined collections of the four sporting clubs making up the collection number hundreds of items that are historically significant locally. They are also significant to the sporting history of the greater Melbourne area and to the sports of lawn bowls and tennis in Australia in the 19th and 20th centuries. The collection illuminates two of the Victorian historic themes - 'Building community life' through forming community organisations and 'Shaping cultural and creative life' by participating in sport and recreation.Framed and glazed photograph of the Auburn Heights [Mens'] Bowling Club who were runners-up in the Pennant Division A2 Season 1960-61. [The item forms part of the large historic Auburn Heights Recreation Club collection, with items relating to the sports of lawn bowls, tennis and croquet, gifted to the Kew Historical Society in 2020].auburn heights mens' bowling club - barkers road - kew (vic) -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Print of Anax Gallipoli, The landing at Gallipoli Anax 1914
This picture depicts Gallipolis Anzac cove in 1914 The landing at Anzac Cove on Sunday, 25 April 1915, also known as the landing at Gaba Tepe, and to the Turks as the Arıburnu Battle, was part of the amphibious invasion of the Gallipoli Peninsula by the forces of the British Empire, which began the land phase of the Gallipoli Campaign of the First World War.Rectangular in shape timber picture frame with a small gold border,The photo is surrounded by a white border and covered in glass.Colarts studios Melbourneww1, lara r.s.l., world war one, gallipoli, anzac cove -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Soldier -- possibly D’Alton 1914-1918 --- Studio Portrait
Portrait - Soldier 1914-18 (possibly D’Alton)stawell ww1 -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Ringwood Railway Station, 1960. Picture taken from the clock tower, located at the time at the intersection of Whitehorse Road and Warrandyte Road
Written on catalogue card, "Ringwood Railway Station. 1960. Picture taken from clock tower". Written on back of photograph, "Railway Station and railway yards from clock tower, 1960. No Sunday trains. Railways on strike". -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Proclamation of the City of Ringwood, 19 March, 1960 - procession passing the town hall opposite Ringwood Railway Station
Catalogue card reads, 'City of Ringwood - 1960. Cobb & Co. Coach'. Written on backing sheet of photograph, 'City of Ringwood 1960. Cobb coach later smashed to pieces in accident. Bits purchased by Ron Mason (Ringwood). -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Centenary Dinner Dance, Kew Civic Hall, 1960
Original photograph of the Kew Centenary Ball in the new Kew Civic Hall in 1960. The photograph formed part of the collection of WHS Dickinson and was presented to the Kew Historical Society by his daughter in 2018. Original black and white photograph of the seated invited guests at the dinner celebrating the 100th anniversary of the declaration of Kew as an independent municipality. The point of view is from the south end of the building, looking towards the stage at the north end of the main hall. [Originally both halls could be separated or joined by concertina doors.] On the stage, centre, is from left Mr. W. Birrell [Town Clerk], Cr WHS Dickinson [the Mayor], and The Rt Hon Robert Menzies, MP for Kew and Prime Minister of Australia.cr whs dickinson - mayor of kew 1946-1947, civic events - kew (vic), centenary of kew (vic) - 1860-1960