Showing 5999 items
matching pioneer
-
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumEvening 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 -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumClothing - 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 -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumClothing - 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 -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumClothing, 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 -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumClothing - 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 -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumMagazine - School magazine, Yarrawonga Primary School Magazine 1990, 1990
Contains names of teachers and students of the time. Headmaster was Roger SandersYellow printed card cover with A 4 size black and white printed pages. Contains contributions from members of all classes Preps to Grade 6 Stapled at spineSee photo -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumMagazine - School magazines, "Spillway", 1973 to 1976
Gives lists of students in their year groups, also teachers of the time. Headmaster Alph Smale 1973 to 1975 Headmistress Marjorie Mortimer 19764 Yarrawonga High School magazines 1973, 74,75,76. A4 size black and white printing and photos. Stapled at spines. Contain contributions from students and teachersSee photosyarrawonga high school, magazine -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumBook, Concept Photostory Pty Ltd, The Streets of Melbourne from early photographs, 1984
Produced with financial input from Australian oil companies for Victoria's 150th anniversaryStiff cover book with black and white photographs of Melbourne streets along with descriptive captions facing each photograph. Dates from1850's to early1900. Approx 60 pagesPhotography design Joe Murray Text Peter McIntosh -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumBook, Pavilion Books, Melbourne Then and Now, 2014
A revision of Melbourne Then and Now first produced 2005Hard cover book 143 pages containing coloured and black and white photographs. Authors Heather Chapman and Judith Stillman. Contains photos of buildings, statues, streets from early 1900's compared with those from 2014. Has Historical facts and descriptions for each build g featured. -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumBook, The Olympic Games Melbourne 1956, 1956
Olympic Games held 22nd November 1956 to 8th December 1956Red cover. Front embossed with hand holding Olympic torch . Hardcover book containing day by day program for the Melbourne 1956 Olympic games. Contains photos of Athletes with names, events and country. Both coloured and black and white photographs. Has index for winners of Gold,Silver and Bronze medals -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumBook, The Specialty Press, The New Elizabethan World Atlas Illustrated, 1952
Provides names of countries and their borders as they were during the 1950'sMaroon hard cover illustrated atlas. Front embossed with title and royal seal. 152 pages. Contains detailed maps of world countries in colour. Early world history and it's development and comprehensive gazetteer.Owners name written in front pagesmaps -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumTennis trophy, Yarrawonga Mulwala Tennis Association, 1940’s
The Yarrawonga Mulwala Tennis Association consisted of Mulwala, Railway Blue, Railway White, Roseneath, maybe St Andrews and St MarysTypical trophy coupon a stand with two handles. Six plaques attached to base naming winning teams. The base is decorated with fluting and an embroidered edge. Very tarnished.1949 - 1950 to 1955 - 1960 -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumCoolgardie Safe, More than 100yrs ago
This safe came from the property “Fairview” Tungamah. Victoria. Fairview was owned and farmed by Charles and Nellie Nunn. The safe is at least 100 yrs old and served the family of parents and 12 children well by keeping food cool in the blazing summer days. Beverley Long(McFarlane) remembers it on the farmhouse verandah of her grandparents property near the dairy where fresh milk was separated to produce cream and butter..it cooled meats, and dairy products by strips of hessian kept wet by water stored in the top tank, hanging down around the safe.More than 100 years oldMetal box construction with fly wire covering on all 4 sides. Has three shelves -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumCoal Scuttle, unknown
Belonged to Dot McKean’s parentsHistorical —- used to fill coal fires. Metal structure with a wide base tapered to a scooped neck. Two handles Top and bottom for lifting coal in scuttle None visable -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer Museum
Bottles collection of 4 bottles
Owned by Bruce McKeanbottles from the past 1 large Blue Bottle 40 cm. Circumference 32 cm height 1 Richmond Brewing CoP/L bottle. 29.5 height 27 circumference 1 decorative vodka bottle 29 h 27 circ 1 decorative F Longmore & Co bottle 31.5 h 24.5 circThe Tungamah hotel was once owned by the Richmond Brewing Co No markings on large blue bottle Beer bottle has words Trade mark and the badge of a Lion pressed into the glass Vodka bottle has pressed decoration and the following words Karloff Vodka Karloff Co Sydney Serve iced. Decorative Longmore has a diamond pattern on the neck. Words F Longmore &Company Melbourne. trade Mark appears to be a snake and a bird,maybe a crow. Crack in glass on the base -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumMachine - Paper Dispenser, Not sure
Used as a wrapping paper dispenser in the Houghton Department and Haberdashery Store Yarrawonga perhaps about the 60'sOld shop fittingMetal and wood structure. Metal uprights with a wooden top and base and metal blade Canberra 24 emblazoned into metal -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumMachine - "Jones" Treadle Sewing Machine, Jones Sewing Machine Co Ld, Around 1950
Made of metal and wood. Set in a cabinet with a drop down bench that can be rested on the open door to extend bench space. Metal treadle and what appears to be an electric treadle and and electric light. Accompanied by original sales docket and Instruction booklet“Jones” Cabinet model Sewing machine Made in England Medium CS (Cylinder shuttle). Engraved pattern around edge of metalmachine sewing -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumAboriginal Stones
-
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer Museum
Yarrawonga Show Ribbons, 1960’s to 1980
5 feet ribbons 4x Bone Yellow print. 1 Red, White and Blue Champion Palomino Mare. Has horse heads printed and gold fringing on each endYarrawonga & Border Show 1963, 1966, 1967,1980,1985 plus Champion Palomino mare 1980 -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumSouvenir - Invitation card, 1834-1934 Melbourne Centenary Celebrations and Royal Show, 1934
John Quinn and Co were Real Estate agents of Collins Street MelbourneStiff card folding invitation honouring the 1934 Melbourne Centenary Celebrations and inviting clients of John Quinn & Co Pty Ltd to attend the Royal ShowSee photos -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumShow prize ribbon, 2008
Blue silk fabric prize ribbon2008 Yarrawonga Mulwala Agricultural Show celebrating 125 years -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumBronze Medallion, Australian Bicentenary 1788-1988, 1988
Distributed to all Show Societies to be presented as prizes at 1988 ShowBronze medallion in a hard case with red liningBicentenary logo embossed on case. Medallion had logo “Australian Bicentenary 1788-1988” with wattle sprigs embossed on upper side. “Federal Council of Agricultural Societies” embossed on under side. -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer Museum
Document - Constitution and Regulations folded card, Yarrawonga Chronicle, Constitution of the Yarrawonga & Border Agricultural And Pastoral Association, 1940’s
The first show was held in September 1883Folded carded printed with the Constitution ab Regulations of the Yarrawonga A&P Association See photographs for full wording -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumPhotograph - Yarrawonga Mulwala Photos - framed
Four postcard sized black and white photos of Yarrawonga and Mulwala area late 1800’s early 1900’s. Belmore Street looking south, Exchange Hotel Mulwala, Palms along Belmore St, Yarrawonga and Belmore Street looking north in 1882. These are all prints of original photos and are placed in a contemporary frame with matte surroundings belmore street, exchange hotel -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumPrize certificate, Special certificate for Crop competition, 1963
Crop Competitions have been held at local Shows dating from late 1800’s to todayCream card red and blue print. Hand printed details of winner and description of Crop Competition. Also has tractor and plough, silos, tractor and header logos on top and wheat head logos on sides and bottom.The Farm Competitions Association of Victoria. Special Certificate awarded to J C Thom, Winner of Open Wheat Crop Competition (40 acres) 1963. Variety exhibited - Olympic. Conducted by Yarrawonga Agricultural Society Signed by Deputy Chairman JW McCann, Hon Secretary R A Andrew -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumPrize certificate Yarrawonga A&P Association, Special certificate Crop Competition, 1957
Crop competitions have been held at local shows dating from late 1800’s to todayCream card Red and Blue print. Hand printed details of winner and description of Crop competition. Also has tractor and plough, silos tractor and header logos on top and wheat head logos on sides and bottom.The Farm Competitions Association of Victoria. Special certificate awarded to J C Thom ad P Bruce Open Wheat crop competition 1957 Area 40 acres. Variety Sherpa Conducted by Yarrawonga and Border Agricultural and Pastoral Society. Signed by Chairman Wm B Miller, Hon Secretary JWC McCann -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer MuseumShow schedule, Yarrawonga Centenary Spring Show, Saturday October 1st, 1983, 1983
The first show was held inSept 1883 at Alexander Park on the Murray River. Two years later it was moved to the Showgrounds south of the town. Two shows have been missed, one due to WW2 and the other due to drought and a poor season. The Centenary Show was held over two days with a street parade on the Sunday.A5 size booklet Yellow card cover. Newspaper quality pages. Lists committee members,Life members, Stewards,prizes, classes and events -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer Museum
Tea Kitchen
Cast iron Fountain used to heat water on the stove -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer Museum
Iron, Household Item
A household flat iron -
Yarrawonga and Mulwala Pioneer Museum
Iron
Household flat iron
