Portland Town CouncilFront: Bottom centre: James Ian Hamilton Murrell Mayor 1962-1964, 1975-1976ian murrell

The photo was taken at 8.15am on Friday 12 September 1919. The D class was a passenger and mixed traffic steam locomotive which operated on the Victorian Railways from 1902 to 1974. Originally it was introduced on mainline express passenger services, but they were quickly superseded by the much larger A2 class and were relegated to secondary and branch line passenger and goods service, where they continued in service for the next fifty years. The D716 was probably built at the Newport Workshops, post 1910 and before 1914. The expansion of Melbourne's population into new suburbs early in the 20th century, and the delay of the suburban electrification project, meant there was the need for faster and more powerful steam locomotives for the suburban rail network. In 1908, the basic design was adapted to create a more powerful locomotive. They were put to work on longer and hillier suburban routes including the Lilydale line. A total of 58 were built between 1908 and 1913. See wikipedia for a more detailed history of the D class locomotives. Electric trains replaced steam in 1922. Mr William Holmes of 'Lugano', Mont Albert Road was in charge of the design and introduction of the electrification of the Melbourne rail system.Black and white photo of a steam train approaching the platform at Mont Albert station. Rear in blue biro in Jocelyn Hall's handwriting: "Hamilton St Mont Albert / probably 1919".mont albert station, railways, trains, d class locomotives, norman carter, steam trains

Photo of SEC Ballarat trams No. 42 and 11 during a photo stop in Wendouree Parade adjacent to the 1956 Olympic rings monument during the ARHS/TMSV tours prior to closure of the Ballarat Tramway system. .1 - 42 and 11 with monument in the foreground. No. 42 has a SEC briquette roof advertisement. .2 - 42 ditto with the St Therese of the Little Flower catholic church in the background. Kodak cardboard mount slide, taken by Peter Moses 21 August 1971.On the rear of the slides in black ink .1 - "N42, N11 / Ballarat/ Hamilton Ave." and "P. Moses" in the bottom left hand corner. .2 - "Ballarat / ARHS Special Hamilton Ave" and "P. Moses" in the bottom left hand corner.tramways, trams, wendouree parade, tram tour, olympics, tram 42, tram 11

Letter to Mr Alex J Hamilton from Frank S Wright requesting elocution lessons for the son of Mr W Baldwin of Castlemaine. Envelope addressed to Alex J Hamilton, Elocutionist, Bendigo. Envelope has two ink drawings on the front 1. A comical man in a top hat 2. A bearded man in a battered hat. The envelope has a red 1d stamp in the top right hand corner.

Bendigo Advertiser '' The way we were'' from 2002. All together now, smile: Huntly School (No306), gathers in 1937 for school photos. Back row: George Nan, Neil Hamilton, Alan Bacon, Kevin Hamilton, Alex Paul, Ronnie Strauch, Neil Rutherford, Keith Bacon and Mr. Rutherford. Middle row: Miss Scamel, Ruth Boldinston, Nancy Poulter, Jessie Spears, Pat Poulter, Gwen Brown, Elva Munro, Lorna Munro and Joan Hewett. Front row: Bryan Egan, Yvonne Paul, Linda Boldiston, Lexie Munro, Win Hamilton, Joyce Nan Tie, Edie Worcester and Alan Strauch. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

Yellow paper concert program for ''St. Patrick's Day Celebration'' ''Grand Concert'', Wednesday March 22, 1905. Shire Hall, Rochester.Program includes Mr A J Hamilton.performing arts, elocution, concert program

WW1 Black and White Post card with image of ruins of a stone church. Two copies. AZ8 and Z 41 One published by J M Hamilton and Coy. Sydney.postcard, postcard, ww1, church ruins, german offensive

Document. Six sheets of green paper with reviews from newspapers, handwritten beneath the names of local newspapers (Bendigo Region) and towns. Reviews are of the performances of Alex J. Hamilton.performing arts, elocution, newspaper reviews

BHS CollectionBendigo Advertiser ''the way we were'' from Friday, March 28, 2003. Premiers: Spring Gully Cricket Club's under 15B team. Back: Matthew Graham, Tim Wastell, James MacArthur, Jayden Mannix, Sam Winzar, Jarrod Quirk, Angus Ayres, Rod Hamilton (coach). Front: Reece Gray, Basil Curtis, Josh Nauton, Jack Barnfield, David Tarrant, Toby Hamilton. The clip is in a folder.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were

Initially collated by Harry Gilham as part of a file on Eltham Cemeteryeltham cemetery, anne hunniford (nee hamilton burgoyne), anne jane hunniford, brenda mary burgoyne, post office, postmaster, thomas hunniford

This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was 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 lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. 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 Ralph 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. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a 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 area 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 during 1942 to 1942 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 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. Witnesses for Christ Vol 1 and Memorials of Church Life from the Fourth to the Thirteenth Century Authors: Edward Backhouse & Charles Tylor Publisher: Hamilton Adams and Co Date: 1887 Label on spine cover with typed text PAT 270 BAC Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, pattison collection, warrnambool library, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, witnesses for christ vol 1, edward backhouse & charles tylor, edward backhouse, charles tylor

St. James' Anglican Church, Orbost, was conceived and built as a memorial to the men 'who served and suffered during the Great War' as noted on the foundation stone. The Right Reverend GH Cranswick, DD, Bishop of Gippsland, laid the stone on 1 October 1927. This parish newsletter was published regularly to inform church members of all the latest news, events and information.For many years the Anglican people of Orbost have enjoyed the fellowship of the church and the children, in particular, were socially and spiritually involved. This item is reminiscent of the first half of the 20th century when church-going was more common.A four page newsletter titled, Parish Messenger for Orbost, November 1933, Vol 6 -No 83. It lists the services, times, meetings and news. The rector at the time was Rev. K.E. Hamilton.st-james-anglican-church church newsletter

Hatchet, flat on upper edge and rounded on the lower, which carries a notch for nail pulling. The poll is on a hammer with an octagon shape. Has No 2 and Collins & Co Hamilton stamped on headflagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village

Document. Bi-fold ticket to a Smoke Concert given by Mr Jacob Cohn at the Town Hall, Bendigo, October 1905. Programme printed inside includes Mr Alex Hamilton.performing arts, elocution, ticket to a smoke concert

Document. Handwritten letter attached to flap of envelope (Glued). Letter written to Alex Hamilton congratulating him for his performance as the Lord Chancellor in ''Iolanthe''. Signed ''George''. Dated 29.1.02.performing arts, elocution, letter and envelope

Jane Hamilton applied for a licence for the Queen's Arms hotel in Quarry Hill in Dec. 1872. It also provided 8 rooms for boarding of gentlemen. Jane was the wife of James Hamilton jnr. who, until 1872, had been in partnership with his father, James snr. at Hamilton and Son, wholesale stationers and general merchants of Hargreaves St., Bendigo. At this time there was a conveyance five times a day between the Queen's Arms and the Shamrock hotel.A letter written to the Bendigo Advertiser by E.V. Gray; the letter was published on 09/06/1972. The letter is titled: "Plea to keep verandah of old Bendigo hotel". The hotel mentioned is the Queen's Arms in Quarry Hill. Aileen and John Ellison Collection.In pencil at the bottom 9/6/72 B'go Advertiserqueen's arms, bendigo hotel

Black and white photograph of two young women at the Hanro Christmas party, held at the Town Hall. There is also a young man seated in the background. Names on the back are : Joan Ryan and Lois HamiltonKiwi Candid Photosperson, group, christmas party, hanro christmas party, joan ryan, lois hamilton, kiwi candid photos, town hall pharmacy, j. mannix

Document. Bi-fold program for Farewell concert to Miss Beatrice English. Town Hall, Bendigo. Program printed inside includes Mr Alex Hamilton. Flight & Co advertised on back.performing arts, elocution, concert program

Document. Two page Opera program advertising ''FAUST'' ''ORPHEUS'' ''LES CLOCHES de CORNEVILLE'', by the Students of the Bendigo Conservatorium, Royal Princess Theatre. Mr Alex Hamilton included in program.performing arts, elocution, opera program

Elector's Right (No. 2681560) Reidential Qualification for Alexander John Hamilton, Hargreaves Street. Manager. Dated 19.4.1904. Electoral District Bendigo West. Division Golden Square. State of Victoria Assembly.

Elwyn Kinnane (nee Hamilton) worked at the Lucas factory in the 1920s (as Elwyn Hamilton). She married David Kinnane, lived at Bungaree, Bacchus Marsh, Tempe (Mallee) and Bendigo before settling in Ballarat. She went back to Lucas's to work in the 1950s. Postcard size colour photograph of an elderly woman sitting on a couch.elwyn kinnane, elwyn hamilton, lucas factory, lucas girl

Stawell Cricket Team played Hamilton at Central Park 1928stawell sport

Standard issue Army wrist watch, commonly called a "Mickey Mouse" watch. This item was specifically made for Australian military use in 1970. A silver metal wrist watch with a glass cover over a round black face with white numbers for both 24 and 12 hour markings. The hands and 5-minute marks glow in the dark. Watch has wind up motion. Army issue green nylon band has a black clasp.Back: Watch. Wrist general purpose. MIL-W-46374A HAMILTON fsn6645-00-952-3767 Armymilitary issue, watch, 1200hr 2400hr watch, wrist watch, vietnam

Yields information about Wendouree Parade and the Hamilton Ave area and Sturt St West..Digital image, black and white, of No. 11, with a Twin Lakes sign running a Mt Pleasant service. .1 - In Sturt St west between Hamilton Ave and Russell St loop. .2 - In Wendouree Parade about to turn into Hamilton Ave. Note the Tram timetable on the pole on the right hand side of the photograph. Photo taken by Peter Bruce 1970's and 1971, prior to the closure of the Ballarat tramway system. Peter's Title of images: No. 11 "Wendouree Parade"trams, tramways, wendouree parade, sturt st west, mt pleasant, timetables, hamilton ave, tram 11

This wedding dress was worn by Grace Hamilton-Smith (née Ellwood) at her marriage ceremony. Grace married John Hamilton-Smith on the 31st May 1941 at the Presbyterian St David's Church in Albury. The wedding breakfast that followed was held at the Albury Hotel in Kiewa Street.This item has well documented provenance and a known owner and represents the local history of Wodonga. It contributes to our understanding of domestic and family life in early twentieth century Wodonga, as well as providing interpretative capacity for themes including local history and social history.A white slipper satin wedding dress with structured shoulders and bodice, embroidered with cornelli lace and studded with diamante. wedding, marriage, dress, wedding dress, satin, 1940s, christianity, wodonga, albury, albury wodonga