Davis Cup 1956 Challenge Round Committee commemorative badge. Materials: Metal, Enameltennis

Two copies of September 3, 1956 issue of Sports Illustrated. Materials: Paper, Inktennis

A file copy of a letter from Mrs Vasey of the War Widows Guild to Legatee Radford who was Vice President of Melbourne Legacy at the time. She says 'It was most heartening to read how staunchly you supported our idea that a man who dies in the service of his country should not leave his children to poverty and sub-standard living. Thank you very much indeed for speaking for us publicly in the unequivocal way you did." The War Widows Guild was founded by Mrs J M Vasey, the wife of Major-General Vasey. During the second world war she became secretary of the AIF Women's Association, a body which sought to help soldiers' wives. Her work with this body drew her attention to the plight of war widows. After Major-General George Alan Vasey died in an aircraft accident on 5 March 1945 she became a widow herself. At the end of the war Mrs Vasey founded the War Widows Guild. The Victorian War Widows Guild closed in 2021. Some items, including this letter, were donated to the Legacy archive for preservation - it shows a close bond between the two organisations. It was possible for a widow to be members of both Legacy and the War Widows Guild. Both organisations helped war widows in various ways.A record of a close link between Legacy and the War Widows Guild.Yellow carbon copy of a letter from Mrs Vasey to Vice President Radford in 1956.war widows guild, wwg, radford

Sir Reginald Alexander Dallas Brooks (1896–1966), State Governor of Victoria 1949 - 1963 was the Patron of the Mission and guest speaker at a special fundraising dinner held to commemorate the centenary of a mission to seamen in Victoria. The image depicts the State Governor flanked by Archbishop of Melbourne and E.B.Coles, Chairman of the Mission, presenting a cheque as donation, at the centenary dinner. The photograph was published in the 1956 Annual Report (page 5).The Centenary dinner held in 1956 marked a key milestone in the maintenance of services to seafarers in Victoria. The State Governor presence as special guest and speaker helped to launch a key fundraising drive that was much needed.large rectangular b/w photograph in landscape format depicting three men on the left a clergyman, centre a man with a moustache in a dark suit and on right man in a light suit and wearing spectacles seems to be presenting a cheque.mission to seafarers, donors, state governors, sir reginald alexander dallas brooks, centenary, 1956, e.b. coles, centanery appeal, g.j. coles

Yields information about an ex Geelong tram at the SEC depot, possibly soon after it entered service in Ballarat.Black and white photograph of SEC tram 43 in the depot yard, November 1956, prior to the tram entering service. Photograph from the Bob Lilburn Collection. Inscription in Bob's handwriting. Based on the 2nd print, photo taken 11/1956.On rear in ink "43 at Ballarat Depot, Ex Geelong 40, Ex 40 MMTB PMTT" Has stamped on the rear "Print by Vergolia" and date stamp "17.2.70". Two copies held. In the second print, has "Ballarat 43 at depot prior entering service" and "Ex Geelong 40 Ex 40 MMTB, PMTT".trams, tramways, sec depot, bogie trams, tram 43

"After the war Pipe-Major Duncan McLennan, moved to Ballarat and took up a position as cadet instructor and leader of the Ballarat Highland Pipe Band and the Ballarat Ladies Pipe Band. " (Victorian Historical Journal Vol. 85, No. 1, June 2014)Coloured photograph of taken from a slide.Written on slide - Jan 1956 Shepparton Ballarat Ladiespipe band, ballarat, ladies, ladies pipe band, highland pipe band, photograph, coloured photograph, margaret bennett, slide

Geelong West Cycling Club was particularly strong during this period. Russell Mockridge was a magnet as Western District cyclists were attracted to the Club.Shows growth of a stgrong club and effect of strength to build further strength.Triangular pennant flag in red with gold lettering and a tassle attached to the triangular end point. Material appears to be thin vinyl. The base of the flag has tabs three tabs to enable hanging."C.D.A./ Victorian Track/Premierships/Country/1956-57"cda; victorian track races; premierships; country; 1956; 1957; gwcc;

Black and white photograph of SEC Tram 38 in Albert St. Sebastopol heading for the City and Lydiard St. North during 1956. Tram has large white reflective triangles on the front dash and roof ad on side. Shows details of Albert St. and the roadway, along with weeds either side of track. Photo by Jim Seletto. Two Photocopies made 4/1999 for display purposes. Copy 1 in print folder, copy 2 at Bungaree.On rear in black ink "Ballarat 38 at the tree lined suburb of Sebastopol 1956". Also stamped in faint black ink "Photograph by J. Seletto". Also written on in pencil is photo (27), page 23 and page 22 indicating use in a magazine.trams, tramways, albert st, sebastopol, ballarat, tram 38

Black and white underexposed Ilford print of two young boys standing in a vegetable garden 1956till, alwyn

Gentleman John won the 1956 Sydney Inter Dominion using this race sulky, with Eric Rothacker driving. Race sulky with red painted metal undercarriage, red painted wooden shafts.trotting, sydney, interdominion, eric rothacker, gentleman john, 1956, harold park

Card was hand drawn to celebrate Christmas 1951 at H.M.A.S. Commonwealth .HMAS Commonwealth was a former Royal Australian Navy administered shore base located in Kure, Japan. The base was previously run by the British as HMS Commonwealth, the base was renamed HMAS Commonwealth on 1 October 1948 until it ceased operation , at which time the base was transferred to Japanese control HMAS Commonwealth(Establishment) was then transferred from 28 Apr 1952 19 Apr 1956 to KoreaChristmas card / Menu for the H.M.A.S. Commonwealth 1951 at Kure Japan. Map shows Japan and Korea where shore base was in service until 1956Xmas Greetings H.M.A.S. Commonwealthh.m.a.s. commonwealth, kure japan, korea, bcof

Clothing. Pure wool, dark navy blue blazer, as part of the Official uniform of Officials at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games. Revere collar with pointed lapels-one button hole on left lapel. Two large (20.5 cm X 20.0cm) pockets, with rounded lower corners - one on either side front. 14 cm X 13 cm breast pocket with rounded corners of the lower edge, and embroidered Olympic Rings and wording ''Olympic Games 1956 Official''. Fully lined - body in black satin, sleeves in cream satin. Double breasted, with four 2cm diameter flat silver metal buttons. Stitched button holes. 1.5 cm diameter flat silver metal buttons - one at each wrist. Padded shoulders.On inside right hand breast pocket, Wardrop ''My Tailor'' of melbourne and provincial Centres. For all Men's Wear All pure wool. On outside left breast pocket: Olympic Games 1956 Official.and five OlympicRings-in official colours, - Blue, Black, Red, Yellow, Green. Outside pocket markings are all embroidered. Logo of tailor also embroidered on inside pocket.costume, male, navy blue melbourne olympic blazer

Yields information about the return of Bendigo 3, ex HTT 8, ex MMTB 114 being returned to Melbourne after donation to the AETA in 1956. Being offloaded at Malvern Depot.Black and white photograph of Bendigo 3, ex HTT 8, ex MMTB 114 being returned to Melbourne after donation to the AETA in 1956. Being offloaded at Malvern Depot. Coldblo Road, during 1956. Yellow Express prime mover. Unknown photographer. tramways, trams, bendigo, mmtb, aeta, tmsv, yellow express, tram 3

Lila Elizabeth Thompson & Lloyd Frederick Henseleit were married at Church of Christ, Kaniva on Saturday, November 17th 1956The Thompson and the Henseleit families are from the district.1956 Wedding gown of white figured nylon organza over satin featuring a V shaped neckline front and back. The skirt was styled in a bouffant H-line with a satin band tying in a big bow at the back and falling into two satin panels each side of the train.wedding dress, lila thompson, church of christ, kaniva, november 17 1956, vintage - dresses, textiles - bridal - fashion, lloyd henseleit

Yields information about Geelong trams at the time of the closure of the Chilwell and East-West routes.Black and White photograph of Geelong No. 4 leaving the depot with the depot building in the background. You can see another tram in the background through the building This is a large format print of Reg Item 476.3, photograph by Geoff Grant.On Rear ink "Geelong Tram Depot 8th Jan. 1956"trams, tramways, geelong, depot, mesc, tram 4

Baby Layette consisting of hand knitted woolen dress, coat, hat and bootees with satin ribbons that was worn in City of Moorabbin c1960. Women were accomplished knitters, craft workers and dressmakers as they cared for their families. Typical hand knitted woollen clothes for a baby c1960 in City of Moorabbin Baby Layette consisting of hand knitted cream woollen dress, coat, hat and bootees for baby 1956clothing, baby layette, knitting,craftwork, wool, early settlers, city of moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond, moorabbin, post war settlers, world war 11 1939-40 sharp valma,

Arnold Street Methodist Church Bendigo. Challenge to Stewardship 1956. 12 pages, Cambridge Press. With Index.church, arnold street methodist church, church, methodist, arnold street methodist church.

Olympic Souvenir - supplement to Sun News - Pictorial 19 th November 1956 - Picture of swimmer on front.civic mementoes, souvenirs

Collected at a Heritage Week Workshop at Blackburn Library on 5th October 2009.Black & white photograph of the Turner home being built in Salisbury Street Blackburn on 15 April 1956.salisbury avenue blackburn no 27, 1950's house

Tournament Programme: Davis Cup 1956 Interzone Final; India vs USA Materials: Paper, Inktennis

Record of Olympic Track & Field events.- Paperback book - 224 page - Complete record of all Olympic Track & Field events 1896 - 1956As abovehistorical records, olympic games

Black and white head and shoulder photo of John Powell. He is part of a group. Written on the front of the photo: 1956-57 John Powell 1956-57 John Powell 110 F/S 3rd Vic Countries. Written on the back of the photo: Diving & Club Champion.recreations, sports, swimming

Sir Reginald Alexander Dallas Brooks (1896–1966), State Governor of Victoria 1949 - 1963 was the Patron of the Mission and guest speaker at a special fundraising dinner held to commemorate the centenary of a mission to seamen in Victoria. The image depicts the State Governor flanked by Archbishop of Melbourne and E.B.Coles, Chairman of the Mission, presenting a cheque as donation, at the centenary dinner. The photograph was published in the 1956 Annual Report (page 5).The Centenary dinner held in 1956 marked a key milestone in the maintenance of services to seafarers in Victoria. The State Governor presence as special guest and speaker helped to launch a key fundraising drive that was much needed.large rectangular b/w photograph in landscape format depicting three men on the left a clergyman, centre a man with a moustache in a dark suit and on right man in a light suit and wearing spectacles seems to be presenting a cheque.mission to seafarers, donors, state governors, sir reginald alexander dallas brooks, centenary, 1956, e.b. coles, centanery appeal, g.j. coles, microphone, radio 3xy