Account for the sale of rabbit skins for Account of Mr W Babidge, Wakool. Details prices for various classes of pelts, less Freight. Dated 28 May 1942. Docket No. 6673. Small typed piece of paper pinned to top: 'Down again 4d. To 8d. Per lb.'document, w. babidge collection - australia natinal fur & skin company

Has strong association with the retirement event of SEC Inspector Arthur Hugo in 1956. Photos used in SEC News.2927 - Copy photograph of Arthur Hugo in Senior Inspectors Uniform at his retirement ceremony on 15/8/1956. Photo printed on Kodak Professional Paper. Note hat or cap badge "Senior Traffic Inspector". 2927.1 - Same photo, less cropped, could be the original of above. 2927 - On rear in ink "Senior Traffic Inspector Hugo's day of retirement Aug 15th 1956. Photo taken in SEC Offices Sturt St. Ballarat". 2927.1 - On rear in pencil "Insp. Peter Hugo" and "Kodak" in red pencil.tramways, trams, inspectors, secv, retirements, uniforms

This bust was commissioned and made in the years before Holroyd's retirement from the bench. It is not known precisely when the bust entered the Library collection or the circumstances of its execution and commission. Justice Holroyd (1828-1916) was a judge of the Supreme Court for 25 years, after a successful career at the bar. Charles Web Gilbert (1867-1925) was a largely self taught sculptor, only tackling the medium of marble in the years before World War One. After the war he made a number of War Memorials, but his best known work is his statue of Matthew Flinders, the explorer, in Swanston Street.The portrait of Justice Holroyd is of interest as an unusual depiction and commemoration of a Judge. It is notable as a work by the distinguished Australian sculptor Charles Web Gilbert.Marble portrait bust of Justice Edward Holroyd. The bust is made of white carrara marble. The pedestal is made of rouge marble. The bust is slightly larger than life size. The head is finely detailed, Holroyd is shown wearing contemporary clothing, but the detail is less fine, than for the head and beard.The bust is signed and dated 1901

Seven postcards, all but two are depicting theatre actresses : (a) Miss Gabrielle Ray , (b) Miss Madge Lessing , (c) Miss Gabrielle ray , (d) Miss Julia Marlowe , (e) Nina Sevening , (f) Myers Falls Healesville , (g) Gold sluicing on the Ovens River near Germantown.postcard, various themes, gabrielle ray, madge lessing, julia marlowe, nina sevening, myers falls healesville, gold sluicing, ovens river, germantown

Letter written on blue paper and dated August 3 72. Writer says he was instructed to state that this Court has granted his request and quite agrees with the proposal in reuniting the Contribution less the doctors Fee. He quotes the fees. Impression stamp:- Court Tuaggra AOF No. 4274 Maryborough.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, w b evans, mildren

Yields information and demonstrates aspects about Geelong's destination rolls used in trams up to 1956 when the system closed.Destination roll - white lettering on black background used in Geelong until 1956. Painted on white linen. See image for destination list. Notes indicate used on Bogie tram No. 39. See Reg Item 2906 for a bogie car roll, full length - this roll has less destinations.Top edge “R.E. Fluck” stamped in black ink – twice In pencil words “Dulux” – has been crossed out Alongside “B.A.L.M. Flat Black 18-3-52” and a set of initials “Off No. 39” all in pencil Bottom edge; Initials “R E F” in black pencil? – along outside of roll. See The Golden City and its Tramwaystram, trams, geelong, destination roll

Colour photograph of tram No. 45 at St Aidans Drive terminus, with Sam Boon. Tram and Sam dressed for Christmas. Taken 2001. See also Reg. Item 1993 and 2003. Note the amount of Christmas decorations on front of tram is less than the other photos. Photo probably Roger Salen.wendouree parade, st aidans drive, tram 45

Two photographs taken by Jessie "Girlie" Smith of San Remo who owned the Penguin Cafe in Thompson Avenue, CowesPhotograph (2) of scene during fire at Isle of Wight Hotel. Most of the buildings obscured by smoke. Small hut front right.Post Card for both "Isle of Wight fire - it made a clean sweep in less than an hour. A new up to date three story Hotel is to be commenced next week." on one of the photos.phillip island, isle of wight hotel fire, jessie smith

Copy of certificate of competency as a Mining Manager, issued to Almond Rowe Williams by the School of Mines and Industries, Bendigo, Victoria, 18th March, 1901. 'Almond Rowe Williams has passed the necessary examinations and produced to us evidence that he has served as a Practical Miner for a period of not less than 5 years'bendigo, mining, almond rowe williams

A La Trobe University study found that younger people are drinking less alcohol than in previous generations.News clipping, black text and colour imagealcohol, la trobe university

This iron chaff cutter was a vital piece of rural machinery especial for cattle in areas subjected to limited grass growing seasons. The Kiewa Valley and Alpine regions were up to the 21st century "snowed" in. The conditions requiring summer crops and fodder to be prolonged for the harsh winter climate are now becoming less and less and may confirm the precursor of "global warming". The Kiewa Valley is still a strong base for dairy cattle and other stock requiring all year access to hay/grass supplies. The use of, now defunct, Tobacco drying sheds for the storage of hay and other fodder is typical of the Australian farmer/grazier's adaptability to utilise anything available. To think outside the square.Black Iron Chaff Cutter. The wheel has a single piece inside with 4 curved spokes with adjustable blades attached by 4 screws & 3 rivets. The wheel has a wooden handle. Operated by cogs. HOCKING GREASE BALLARAT COGS FREELYagriculture, farm machinery, stock feeding, grazier, farm animals

Battle uniform jacket is for less formal circumstance. Belonging to "Peter Stoklahsa" enlisted 1966. Refer Cat 7674P.RAAF blue uniform jacket size 10 OR. Royal Australian Air Force shoulder patches.. Commonwealth emblem patch sewn onto lower arms. Two breast pockets with service ribbon attached above left pocket. Material epaulettes on each shoulder with a black button and gold RAAF Eagle and Crown Emblem. Zipped front with stretch bands on bottom sides. Inside cotton lining. Inside pocket - label of maker on inside.Label - "A.G.C.F. VIC. 1981. 8405.66.103.8063 Size 10 OR. Service No. Cleaning instructions. raaf, uniform, peter stoklahsa

Land title Vol. 3730 Fol. 745810. On the fifth of April Edward Patrick Drake of Axedale hotelkeeper paid 6 pounds for one acre more of less being allotment four of section seven in the town of Axedale, parish of Axedale County. On the other side the names and dates of when the land changed hands up to July 1976.axedale, history, drake family

A black and white photograph taken at An Thoi village market in the Mekong Delta, Co-Pilot F/Lt Blue MAudio, CDonnel watches as The Pilot F/LT Nick Watling tries a piece of dried fish, an evil smelling part of Vietnamese fisheries, never the less, if one held one's nose, the fish tasted quite nice.photograph, an thoi, mekong delta, f/lt blue maudio, cdonnel, f/lt nick walting, gibbons collection catalogue

Diggers & Mining. The Digging - The Diggers. Slide; There was sometimes very fought justice, especially if a digger were caught red-handed stealing gold. Never the-less, contemporary reports stress the general orderliness of the goldfields communities; there was nothing of the lynch-law that disgraced the Californian diggings. Markings: 63 994.LIF:6. Used as a teaching aid.hanimounteducation, tertiary, goldfields

1879 - The Argus, Friday 11 July 1879, page 4. The Kew Borough Council having decided to initiate a fire brigade, invited volunteers to send in their names. About 40 complied with the invitation and met at the Town-hall to choose 12 of their number to form the brigade. The 12 elected then chose their officers as follows :— Councillor Gray, captain ; Mr. Thomas Greenhill, foreman ; and Mr. H. Loxton, secretary. The brigade decided to apply to the council for uniforms and a bell; and after adopting rules for their guidance the meeting separated. The brigade now possesses a reel and 500ft. of hose, and a shed is being erected in Little Walpole-street for a station. The council have applied for six additional fireplugs in the Main-road, so that the brigade may now be considered fairly established. 1886 - Globe (Sydney), Tuesday 16 March 1886, page 8 The Kew Fire Brigade, which obtained the pride of place at the recent fire brigades' demonstration, at Sandhurst, was met on their return at Spencer-street Railway Station by the Mayor and Councillors of that suburb, and were subsequently entertained at the Greyhound Hotel. 1886 - South Bourke and Mornington Journal, Wednesday 17 March 1886, page 2 It may be, deemed remarkable, but nevertheless a fact, 'that the Kew Fire Brigade, comparatively a new one, has gained premier place at the recent contest of brigades held at Ballarat, winning two first prizes and two second. On returning they were met at the station and escorted to Kew, preceded by the Borough banner. Certificate awarded to the Kew Volunteer Fire Brigade as an award for winning 'the best average time' in competition at Sandhurst. Surrounding the team's photo are a series of individual oval named portraits of the team. This framed version of the certificate, (there are two in the collection) is less faded than the framed version.The photograph without the mount (2016.0097a) has been digitally enhanced. Inscription: "Kew Fire Brigade U.F.B.D. Sandhurst. Kew 1886: Best Average Time, 16 points"kew volunteer fire brigade

Extract(s) from biography of George Lansell, from ''Bendigo and Vicinity'' by W B Kimberley, published 1895. There are two typewritten and two handwritten documents all covering the same extract from the Kimberley book. Not all of these four are exactly the same, with the final parts of each offering less detail than others. Essentially covering the same extract.W.B. Kimberleyperson, individual, george lansell, bendigo and vicinity by

A publication of the City of Nunawading explaining the regulations applying to the Special Residential (Nunawading) Zone No 5. The regulations cover proportions of land which may be built on and identifies trees which must be preserved. An addendum issued in 1988 includes a map of the area and identifies National Trust classified streets in Blackburn and the buffer areas in which less stringent regulations apply.A publication of the City of Nunawadingcity of nunawading, national trust of australia (victoria), special residential (nunawading) zone no. 5, jeffery street, blackburn, laurel grove, linum street, boongarry avenue, hill street, land use, by-laws, town planning, acacia avenue, waratah crescent

The stove was the property of John Biggart, who lived in Avonsleigh. He travelled Victoria from 1920 to the 1940's. The stove was used at a work camp site.Brass base containing the kerosene fuel tank, above which rises a burning tube and burner assembly. The steel top rings are held above the burner by 3 support legs. To light the stove, a small amount of alcohol is put into the spirit cup, just below the burner to preheat it. Kerosene was then vaporised, mixed with air and it burns with a soot less, blue flame.PRIMUS No. 1. MADE IN SWEDEN. TRADEMARK PRI-MUS. PATENT SB. No 48624. ENG No 171536, all on the top of the tank. On the side is engraved; A/B B. AHJORTH AND CO. STOCKHOLM SWEDEN - SOLEMAKERS OF THE GENUINE

Boyd outlines reasons why architecture students and young architects are less outspoken about the quality of architectural design in comparison to older practising architects.Original manuscript published in Meanjin, Vol.17 No.78, pp. 175-178. It was reprinted in the 'Architect' (Perth) Vol.3 No.53, pp. 26-27.Typewritten (c copy), quarto, 6 pagesarchitects, 'slate' magazine, robin boyd, manuscript

Recognising that warmed ether was less irritating to the airway and patients receiving it were less likely to experience shock, Francis Shipway developed the Shipway's apparatus which was used during World War 1 and continued to be used through to World War 2. Reduction of shock for patients who had experienced trauma was crucial to their later recovery, particularly during war times. This example of the Shipway's apparatus also has the facility for administering chloroform.A triangular metal stand with two glass jars sitting in a metal tub and a green metal jar that looks like a thermos, also sitting in a metal tub. A metal pole has been screwed into the centre point of the stand, with a circular top to act as a handle. One of the jars has a rubber stopper in the neck with metal tubing attached to the stopper. The other glass jar has a metal screw top with a dropper spout. The two glass jars are connected via red rubber tubing. The apparatus has been sectioned in parts to show the inner mechanisms.Typed in black ink on white paper and adhered to metal bath: SHIPWAY'S APPARATUS •Typed in black ink on white paper and adhered to metal bath: ETHER VAPORISER •Typed in black ink on white paper and adhered to metal bath: THERMOS WITH HOT WATER •Typed in black ink on white paper and adhered to glass bottle: CHLOROFORM VAPORIZER •Typed in black ink on white paper and adhered to metal connector: TO AIR BELLOWS •Typed in black ink on white paper and adhered to tube in thermos: DELIVERY TUBE •Moulded into base of thermos: THERMOSshipway, world war i, warmed ether, endotracheal, chloroform

The spotted pardalote is the smallest of all Australian birds. It has a tendency to nest in a long horizontal tunnel, often dug into the soil of creek banks, the embankments of railway cuttings, and quarries. Its call is characterised by a very clear and repetitive double "ding". The spotted pardalote is common in woodlands and eucalypt forest areas in Australia. This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century. One of Australia's smallest native birds, the male spotted pardalotte is covered with small, distinct white spots. Males have a pale eyebrow, a yellow throat and a red rump. Females are similar but have less-distinct markings. 10060 comprises of one male and one female. This specimen stands upon a wooden platform and has an identification tag tied around its legLabel: 14a. / Spotted Diamond Bird / See Catalogue, page 9. /taxidermy mount, cancel, taxidermy, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, bird, spotted pardalote

These tools are part of a collection that is believed to have belonged to the Warrnambool carpenter and businessman, Henry Phillips. English-born Henry Phillips (1821-1896) came to Australia with his wife Elizabeth in 1849. They lived for some years in Port Fairy. In 1865 Henry formed a partnership with Christopher Beattie and established the Warrnambool undertaking business of Beattie and Phillips. This business continued on after the deaths of the founders and lasted until the year 2000. In Warrnambool Henry Phillips was involved in the management of the Mechanics Institute. These items are of interest as examples of vintage tools and as mementoes of the Warrnambool carpenter and businessman, Henry Phillips.These five items are wooden plane tools of a similar shape and design, with one plane (.5) being less thick in its body. They have a wooden rectangular-shaped body with a piece cut-out close to the centre base. A metal blade resting behind a wooden piece has been inserted on an angle into the central hole through the top. This forms a planning mechanism. vintage tools, henry phillips, warrnambool, history of warrnambool

The lectern was gifted by Mary Georgina Howard Northcote in December 1907 for the Siddeley Street mission (see Annual Report 1907: list of gifts for the new institute page 8). It was moved to the St Peter Chapel, Flinders Street, and has been in use ever since. Mary nee Reynell in Cheltenham, England, was the wife of Edward Northcote, ex master mariner and general manager of the Adelaide Steamship Company between 1899 and 1926, before his death on 4 November 1926. Edward Northcote was the cousin of Henry Stafford Northcote, Governor General of Australia (1904-1908). Lord Northcote laid the stone of the Siddeley Street Seamen's Institute on Tuesday 5 February 1907. Mary died in December 1932, in her will she made a donation of £25 to the Mission. As it was moved to the St Peter chapel when the Flinders Street Mission opened, it was added to the 1917 list of gifts.The Mission to Seafarers Victoria has been in operation for over 150 years in Victoria although experiencing many name and location changes. Support and patronage by Governors general and State governors was key to official recognition of the work of the Mission.The current site at 717 Flinders Street is the most enduring and many artefacts from previous locations have been relocated to this site. This lectern underscores the relationship between the Mission and notable Victorians.The head of the lectern is supported by three wooden cross sections each engraved with a criss-crossing leaf pattern. The legs of lectern have a similarly carved decorative panel forming an arched shape. Each corner of the panel has gum leafs and nuts carved into it. The foot of the lectern is less ornate although there are three decorated wooden panels mimicking those supporting the head.Brass plaque on lectern: FOR THE GLORY OF GOD/THIS LECTERN/WAS PRESENTED BY/MARY HOWARD NORTHCOTE/DECEMBER 1907religion, lectern, australia-wharf, mary georgina howard northcote nee reynell, edward northcote (1854-1926), adelaide steamship company, henry stafford northcote (1846-1911) g.c.m.g, mission to seafarers, seamen's mission, mission to seamen, flinders street, yarra river, siddeley street, heritage listed, gifts-1917

Was purchased by the Nillumbik Shire Council after being a finalist in the 1997 Nillumbik Art awards. Small bronze sculpture of a short boy holding birds, both of different size, in each outstretched hand. He has a long thin (length-ways) head and a flat squat body.He is wearing a belt with eyelets holding up his stripy long sleeve shirt. His head and the birds are showing green patina, yet is less prominent on his body.On bottom boy's left foot, are the initials 'DB' the artist and '97'; the year created. On bottom of the right foot, '5/9' has been etched, indicating it is the fifth of nine pieces..1997, nillumbik art awards, dean, bowen, bird boy, birds, people, sculpture, bronze

Colour photograph of weatherboard church at Apollo Bay. Gothic in style it is typical of the simple timber churches built by less wealthy communities in Victoria, mostly before the First World War. St Aiden's was built and opened in 1905, with a local resident as builder. .St Aidan's is one of only a few buildings in Apollo Bay remaining from before World War I. apollo bay, st aiden's anglican church