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. Lessons in Elementary Physiology Author: Thomas H Huxley, L.L.D., F.R.S. Publisher: MacMillan & Co Date: 1881 Label on spine with typed text RH 574.1 HUX Pastedown end page has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library Front loose endpaper has 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, lessons in elementary physiology, thomas h huxley

Soft covered booklet on physical training in the Army. Contains line drawings of various individual and team training exercises and lessonsWO Code No 9470physical training army

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. Lessons in Elementary Physiology 1 Author: Thomas H Huxley, L.L.D., F.R.S. Publisher: MacMillan & Co Date: 1873Label on spine with typed text RH 574.1 HUX Pastedown end page has sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Servicewarrnambool, 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, lessons in elementary physiology, thomas h huxley

Barbara Richmond was Head Prefect in 1961 and was President of the Old Grammarians 1967-1997 [there was a period of four years when she was a committee member only]Student exercise book with lessons on Mothercraft includes 10 lessons handwritten by donor Barbara Richmond (CGGS 1950-1961) on topics including: Mothercraft; Preparing for baby; General care of baby; Growth & Development; Bathing Baby; Natural feeding; Educational diet; Artificial feeding; Vitamins; Safety first for baby.Front cover; handwritten in blue pen: "Barbara Richmond VC, Mothercraft, Camberwell C. of E. GG School"

Book, Lesson plans and work program books.The lesson plans book is a large book bound by two screws through front and back heavy cardboard which is covered in black material.The plans range from 20/7/1954 to 18/11/1955.They cover a lot of local schools in the Bendigo area.book, bendigo, education

A black and white photograph of a female student having a piano lesson with Bendigo Teachers' College music lecturer, Mrs. B. Hyett.bendigo, education, bendigo teachers' college music dep, la trobe university bendigo collection, collection, bendigo teachers' college student, bendigo teachers' college, bendigo teachers' college staff, mrs. b. hyett, bendigo teachers' college music department, piano, bendigo, education, tertiary education, teacher training, photo, photography, photograph, photographs

The students from Bulla Primary School visited Glengala Park Primary School in Sunshine West in 1993 and participated in a number of activities from the Glendale children. Bicycle education was one of the activities that they enjoyed on the day.A non-digital coloured photograph of children partaking in a lesson on bike riding on a large asphalted open space. A sports pavilion is in the background.school excursions, glendale park primary school, bicycle education

See History NP4028A coloured photograph of the Blackburn Bowling Club and surrounds in 2012. It is located in Pakenham Street, Blackburn and a sign is encouraging the public to try free lessons.blackburn bowling club, sporting clubs, pakenham street, blackburn

A colour photograph of participants in an Auslan lesson at Recreation Centre, auspiced by Neighbourhood House. Louisa instructor, David Rice, Margaret Jones Lakes Entrance Victoriaeducation

The object shows that Olive Duncan taught piano and theory in East Malvern, having been a pupil of Mr. Harold Smith of the University Conservatorium. This is a photograph of social and historic significance, being part of a sub-collection of material that provides a snapshot of the type of individuals involved in the Ladies Harbour Lights Guild and the activities carried out by that organisation. The image is also significant as it fleshes out our knowledge of Olive Duncan's life as a lady active in the LHLG.Quarter of an A4 page of white paper advertising piano and theory lessons given by Miss Olive Duncan L.T.C.L. This document is creased because it has been folded into quarters.See imageolive duncan, ladies harbour lights guild, lhlg, lillie duncan, piano, music teacher

Wesley Harry's English lesson study manual. Signed on the inside front cover with his home address, 29 Anderson Street Bendigo. It has been covered with a coarse fabric.organisation, industry, school, wes harry. school text books , english grammar and composition

Ballarat Teachers' College is a predecessor of Federation UniversityMargaret Bennett's nee Reynolds' handwritten book of lessons form her days at Ballarat Teachers' College. It has some hand drawn pictures coloured with pencils and other examples of work.margaret bennett, lesson plans, handwritten, ballarat teachers' college

This is a set of 35 photographs of the Army Survey Regiment personnel undertaking military skills revision, at the Army Survey Regiment, Fortuna, Bendigo, 1985. They participated in lessons on the handling of the M30 Grenade and SLR Rifle. These lessons were part of the six objectives of regimental training outlined in the administrative instruction – Exercise “City Soldier” accompanying these photos. The other objectives were first aid at Fortuna, RATEL and navigation at Wellsford Forest; and rifle shooting at Wellsford Rifle Range. Personnel from Air Survey, Cartographic, Lithographic and Headquarters Squadrons were reallocated to four training platoons for one week from 7th to 11th October 1985.This is a set of 35 photographs of the Army Survey Regiment undertaking military skills revision, part of Regimental Training at Fortuna Villa 1985. Black & white photos .1P to .17P are printed on photographic paper and scanned at 300 dpi. Photos .18P to .35P are on 35mm negative film and scanned at 96 dpi. They are part of the Army Survey Regiment’s Collection. .1) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: CPL Brian Fauth, unidentified (x2), SGT Dennis Learmonth - instructor, unidentified (x2). .2) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel, SGT Dennis Learmonth – instructor. .3) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel, SGT Dennis Learmonth – instructor. .4) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel, SGT Dennis Learmonth - instructor. .5) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel. .6) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel. .7) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: SGT Dennis Learmonth – instructor, CPL Brian Fauth, SPR Viv (Hawkins) Doherty, CPL Ken Peters, CPL Megan (McBurney) Reynolds, CPL Mick ‘Buddha’ Ellis, unidentified, SPR Wally Twidale, unidentified personnel. .8) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified personnel, LT Ossie Slade. .9) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified personnel, CPL Greg Honan, SGT Don Williams, LCPL Bob Sheppard, unidentified personnel. .10) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified personnel, SPR Bloxham, SPR Jason Wells, unidentified personnel, CPL Gillham, CPL Peter Imeson, unidentified. .11) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: SPR Terry Winzar, unidentified, WO1 Noel ‘Nesty’ Coulthard, unidentified personnel. .12) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel. .13) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: SSGT Tony Harder – UK Exchange Instructor, unidentified personnel, CPL Bob Thrower, unidentified, SPR Jim Humphrey, LCPL Bob Sheppard. .14) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified personnel, CPL Mark Casey, SSGT Tony Harder – UK Exchange Instructor. .15) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified, CPL Paul Richards, SPR John Keely, CPL Peter Johnson, unidentified, SSGT Tony Harder – UK Exchange Instructor, SPR Dave Wright, unidentified personnel. .16) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified, WO2 Brian Partridge – Instructor, unidentified personnel. .17) - Photo, black & white, 1985, WO2 Brian Partridge – Instructor, unidentified personnel. Unidentified. .18) - Photo, black & white, 1985, CPL Lea-anne (Smallshaw) Shirley, CPL Megan (McBurney) Reynolds, SGT Dennis Learmonth – instructor. .19) - Photo, black & white, 1985, SSGT Steve Hansen – Instructor, from background tree L to R: SPR Dave Lawler, CPL Ken Peters, CPL Steve Burke, SPR Wally Twidale, CPL Dave Murphy, SPR Jim Walker. .20) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified (x3), CPL Ian Nelson, CPL Eddy Jacobs, SPR Tracy (Parker) Ash, remainder unidentified. .21) - Photo, black & white, 1985, CPL Eddy Jacobs piggybacking SPR Jason Wells, remainder unidentified. .22) - Photo, black & white, 1985, CAPT Dave McLachlan piggybacking unidentified soldier. .23) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified soldiers competing in leapfrog race. .24) - Photo, black & white, 1985, SPR Leah (Hoffman) Peppler throwing dummy hand grenade, SSGT Ian ‘Rock’ Thistleton – Instructor. .25) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified soldiers’ basic pouches cleared by instructor at end of hand grenade lesson. .26) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified soldier throwing dummy hand grenade. .27) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel with dummy hand grenades, SGT Dennis Learmonth – instructor. .28) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified soldier throwing dummy hand grenade. .29) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel with dummy hand grenades, unidentified instructor. .30) - Photo, black & white, 1985, adjusting SLR rifle gas plugs L to R: unidentified, SPR John Keely, CPL Paul Richards, unidentified, CPL Peter Johnson, remaining personnel unidentified, unidentified instructor. .31) - Photo, black & white, 1985, L to R: unidentified (x6), SPR Dave Wright, unidentified, SPR Barry Hogan, CPL Lyall Camp, SSGT Tony Harder – UK Exchange Instructor, SPR Steve Coulson, CPL Mark Lander. .32) - Photo, black & white, 1985, SLR rifle lesson L to R: unidentified, CPL Gary Drummond, SSGT Steve Hansen – Instructor in background, CPL Peter Breukel, SPR Steve Burke, CPL Brian Fauth, remaining personnel unidentified. .33) to .35) - Photo, black & white, 1985, unidentified personnel during SLR rifle lesson..1P to .35P No personnel are identifiedroyal australian survey corps, rasvy, army survey regiment, army svy regt, fortuna, asr