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Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Mont Albert Central School Grade 1B, 1953, 1953
Mont Albert State School was officially opened on 23rd April 1917. The school became Mont Albert Central School in 1918, taking in Forms 1 and 2. The school remained a Central School until 1964, when the secondary years formed the basis of a new High School, the Box Hill North High School, later to be named Koonung Secondary College. This is part of a large collection of material related to the Deakin, Mair and Young families, all with connections to Surrey Hills and Mont Albert. Laurie Young was the daughter of Beryl Mair (1916-1976) and Ernest Lance Young (1915-1999). The family lived at 5 York Street and later 11 York Street, Mont Albert. Laurie was born on 18 August 1947. Black and white class photo taken outside the school building. The class of 14 girls and 29 boys. Not all children are wearing school uniform."LY" in grey lead pencil in top RH corner. This probably stands for Laurie Young. Photographer's identification stamp in black ink " L.E. REYNOLDS / PHOTOGRAPHER / 38 RUSSELL STREET, / SURREY HILLS, E10"mont albert central school, laurie young, laurie newton, education -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Artwork, other - Framed timber from Portland Drill Hall, 1888
Dark timber frame with a glass front. Inside is a piece of timber taken from the Portland Drill Hall. Underneath the mounted timber is a label with the Glenelg Shire logo on it.Label: Identification Mark by the Portland Drill Hall (orderly room) carpentry contractor G. & A. Findlay. Dated 16 February 1888 Piece of timber in pencil script: G. & A Findlay/ 16 Feb / 1888portland drill hall, portland, findlay, portland builder, portland businesses, 1800s -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - RATION BOOK AND IDENTIFICATION CARD HOLDER E.J. ANDERSON, 17/04/1942
Black leather Ration book and Identification card holder with ration and Identification cards / light brown Identification card for Elizabeth Jane Anderson, Brazier St Eaglehawk date stamped 17.4.1942 Bendigo / Form C.R.3. -Civilian Registration (British Subjects) Identity Card Number v4, f76, 12016 - reverse of the card is signed by the holder with signatures of two witnesses / Cream coloured red ink printed Clothing Ration Card dated 1948 number A 876731 issued to E.J. Anderson /3x Cream coloured red ink printed meat Ration Cards dated 1948 number A 876730-32 for F, E.J and J.I. Anderson / 2x stained Cream coloured black ink printed meat Ration Cards dated 1947 for J.I. and F. Anderson number VA 90672 and VA 90674 reverse of the card states 'If this Ration Card is found it must be returned to The Deputy Director of Rationing Cavendish House, 159 Flinders Lane, Melbourne / 1x Cream coloured black ink printed meat Ration Card dated 1947 for E.J. Anderson number VA 90673 reverse of the card states 'If this Ration Card is found it must be returned to The Deputy Director of Rationing Cavendish House, 159 Flinders Lane, Melbourne /document, ration cards, identity card -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Eastern Rosella, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
Eastern Rosellas are multi-coloured medium-sized Australian parrots with distinctive white cheek patches. The Eastern Rosella is found throughout south-eastern Australia, from Queensland to Victoria, south-eastern South Australia, and eastern Tasmania. Despite their vibrant colours, Rosellas camouflage well into their surroundings when perching or when on the ground. The Eastern Rosella is found in open woodlands, grasslands, farmlands and remnant bushland. These birds are often found in urban habitats such as parks, gardens and golf courses. Early European settlers encountered the Eastern Rosella at Rose Hill, New South Wales, now Parramatta, and so they called it the Rosehill parakeet which became "Rosehiller", and eventually shortened to "rosella". 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. This mature Eastern Rosella has a red head and breast, with a light green belly and distinctive white cheeks. The back is yellow-green with black mottling, the yellow-green turning green then to blue across the wings. The tail feathers are blue/black, with a red base on the underside. This specimen stands upon a wooden platform and has an identification tag tied around its leg.Label: 79/ Rose-hill Parakeet / See catalogue, page 22 taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, australian birds, rosella, eastern rosella, rosehill parakeet, rose-hill parakeet -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Spotted Pardalote, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
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 -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Nankeen Kestrel, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
The Nankeen Kestrel, a small type of falcon, can be found all over Australia, usually in grassland or farmland areas. This falcon is carnivorous and hunts all manner of small prey including mice, lizards, insects, and other birds. When hunting, Nankeen Kestrels can be seen hovering in the air searching for prey. Nankeen Kestrels are generally monogamous, staying with the same breeding partner for multiple seasons. The Nankeen Kestrel is known for its reddish-brown feathers, spotted with a distinctive black pattern on its back, and have black-tipped wings and tail band, a stark contrast to its white chest. Females tend to be larger, and males will have a grey head and neck area. 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.This female Nankeen Kestrel is relatively small and slender. It is mostly reddish-brown, streaked with darker coloured areas. The tips of the wings and tail feathers are tipped in black. The chest is white with streaks of reddish-brown. The areas around its eyes, beak, and feet are a bright yellow. This specimen stands upon a wooden platform and has an identification tag tied around its leg.Swing-tag: 19. / Unnamed / Catalogue page, 5 /taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, nankeen kestrel, falcon -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Powerful Owl, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1086- 1880
The Powerful owl is native to south-eastern and eastern Australia and is the largest owl on the continent. It is found in coastal areas and in the Great Dividing Range rarely more than 200 km (120 mi) inland. An apex predator in its narrow distribution, the Powerful owl is often an opportunist like most predators, but generally hunts arboreal mammals, in particular small to medium-sized marsupials. It is a typically territorial raptorial bird that maintains a large home range and has long intervals between egg-laying and hatching of clutches. Unlike most raptorial birds, male Powerful owls are larger and stronger than females and so the male takes the dominant position in the mating pair, which extends to food distribution. This example of a Powerful Owl show lighter brown coloured feathers and slight discolouration. The Powerful Owl has darker colourings and whiter feathers in real life. This example also show discolouration in the feet and they are brighter yellow in colour in real life. 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.This Powerful Owl has medium brown to dark grey-brown on its wings and back, lighter patterning on its chest lightening with white barring, and off-white front. The eyes are yellow, set in a dark grey/brown facial mask. The legs are feathered with yellow/browning feet and talons. The specimen stands upon a wooden platform and has no identification tags attached. Swing-tag: n/a Metal tag: n/a Mount: wooden with no markings.taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, owl, powerful owl -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Matchbox Cover, n.d
Identification numbers 6677a, b Two matchbox covers, metal with different views of the harbour, (a) cream background, ocean pier and baths one side, Nuns beach the other, on spine "SOUVENIR OF PORTLAND (VIC)' (b) Green background, harbour including baths, one side 'HISTORICAL PORTLAND THE CRADLE OF VICTORIA', on the other spine 'PORTLAND FOUNDED NOVEMBER 19th, 1834'. -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Photograph - Packet of 11 photographs (originally 12, 1 missing) of Portland and surrounds - 'Beauty Spots in Australia' - Portland Vic, c. 1930
Packet of 11 photographs (originally 12, 1 missing) of Portland and surrounds. Identification numbers 5838 a-k a. Panorama of harbour b. Whalers Point c. Portland from Battery Point d. Piers and Battery Point e. The Harbour f. Looking to Whalers Point g. Blowholes, Cape Bridgewater h. Henty Beach j. 'Burswood' k. Bentinck StreetFront: 5838; 'Henty Homestead' - black biro -
Hume City Civic Collection
Photograph, c1907
Eric Boardman CollectionMounted b/w photograph showing the Winter family of 2 males, 3 females and a baby. They are identified on the face of the photograph. Mary Ann Williams (Ma Williams, nee Millett) seated far right, Susan Winter standing, Irene Williams seated on floor. Males are Bill Winter and Edward Williams (no identification of which one which). See notes belowPrinted on face: "Matson and Fraser / 264 LITTLE COLLINS STREET," Handwritten on face: "Ma Williams Royal Hotel / Bill Winter, Teddy Williams, Irene Winter Moss Rusan / Mrs Hilton / Winterwinter family, williams, - (mrs), royal hotel, winter, william, bill, teddy, edward, irene, rusan, moss, hilton, george evans collection -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOKS, RAAF, Queen City Printers Pty Ltd, 1942
W. C. ATKINSON RAAF No. 147081.1. Book - Heavy khaki coloured cardboard covers with black tape on left side and tied together with black shoe laces. 235 pages of cream paper. 2. Book - Grey, black, green, cream print on light cardboard cover. 64 pages, cream paper.1. RAAF 21324 FITTERS 11.A, Carpenter Riggers, Flight Riggers, Course Notes, Engineering School. Issue 4, 1942. 2. German Monoplanes, Aircraft Identification. Part Two 2nd Ed. 2/-.books, raaf, aircraft identification, course notes fitters -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Mont Albert Central School Grade 2B, 1954, 1954
Mont Albert State School was officially opened on 23rd April 1917. The school became Mont Albert Central School in 1918, taking in Forms 1 and 2. The school remained a Central School until 1964, when the secondary years formed the basis of a new High School, the Box Hill North High School, later to be named Koonung Secondary College. This is part of a large collection of material related to the Deakin, Mair and Young families, all with connections to Surrey Hills and Mont Albert. Laurie Young was the daughter of Beryl Mair (1916-1976) and Ernest Lance Young (1915-1999). The family lived at 5 York Street and later 11 York Street, Mont Albert. Laurie was born on 18 August 1947. Black and white class photo taken outside the school building. The class of 19 girls and 29 boys. Not all children are wearing school uniform."Laurie" in grey lead pencil in top LH corner. This probably stands for Laurie Young. Photographer's identification stamp in faint purple ink " L.E. Reynolds / PHOTOGRAPHER / 38 RUSSELL STREET, / SURREY HILLS, E10"mont albert central school, laurie young, laurie newton, education -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Surrey Hills Wesleyan Sunday School teachers, Before 1888
Donor identification was that man in back row on left was Henry Beckett; 2nd from left was Emma Beckett, later Mrs John Gray. The Beckett family were important in the establishment of the Wesleyan / Methodist church in Surrey Hills and adjacent areas. Emma Beckett married John Gray in 1888 at 'Guildford Villa' in Essex Road, Surrey Hills which was the Beckett family home.B&W photo of a group of 15 women and 9 men standing and seated in front of a light-coloured weatherboard wall. surrey hills wesleyan sunday school, surrey hills wesleyan church, surrey hills methodist church, churches, (mr) henry beckett, (miss) emma beckett, (mrs) john gray, beckett family -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, The children of Walter Withers and Fanny (nee Flinn) with a family friend, c.1917
From left to right: Bill (Charles Meynell Pitt Withers), Kit (neighbour), Marge (Margery Pitt Withers), Dall (Emily Gladys Withers), Mods (Mary Pitt Withers) and Nan (Nancy Josephine Withers) Note Bill is proudly holding a copy of "The Boys Own Annual" [Nicknames and identification provided by Charles Witherers's son, John Withers, Sep 2024]On back of photo: "From left to right Bill, Kit, Marge, Dall?, Mods? and Nan About 1917" Many items in this collection have suffered from significant water damage and black mouldjohn withers collection, eltham, 1917, kit, margery pitt withers, nancy josephine pitt withers, the boys own annual, charles meynell pitt withers, emily gladys withers -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Photograph - MMTB horse drawn cable drum wagon, Keith Kings
Photo shows the horse drawn MMTB cable drum carrying wagon at the TMSV Museum at Bylands, mid 1970s. Has the MMTB identification, address and mass details painted on the vehicle. Behind the wagon is a Furphy water cart. Used to carry and distribute cable including overhead. Photo of the vehicle can be seen on page 68 of the book Destination City 3rd Edition.Yields information about the MMTB cable drum carrying wagon at Bylands.Photograph - MMTB horse drawn cable drum wagon at the TMSV Bylands Museum On rear in ink. TMSV – Horse drawn cable drum wagon at Bylands (Also Furphy water tank), Keith Kings photo. tramways, tmsv, bylands, horse drawn vehicles, overhead, cable drum -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Document - form, Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB), "Unpaid Fare", April 1974
Form used when the passenger did not have money - Headed MMTB, with Address, passenger details, number, signature, identification, part to be returned and details. Each has been numbered. Printed on off-white paper. Pads of forms were provided to conductors. The instructions to the payee notes that their fare could be paid using postage stamps. See items 1303, 1841 and 224.Demonstrates a MMTB Unpaid fare form.Document or form - two parts with perforated strip, No 12068, form 3/242, April 1974. Two copies held.trams, tramways, mmtb, tickets, fares, conductors -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Grey Shrike-Thrush, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
The Grey Shrike-thrush is considered to be one of the best songsters in Australia, with hundreds, if not thousands, of different songs. The song has been described as glorious, pleasing and melodious, with sweet, mellow, rich and liquid notes. Whilst pleasant to humans, the song are less harmonious for nest birds, often hunted by the grey shrike-thrush. It has a varied diet consisting of insects, spiders, small mammals, frogs and lizards, and birds' eggs and young. Grey Shrike-thrushes most of Australia (with the exception of arid areas) and southern New Guinea. This specimen has been mounted in an accurate fashion. 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.This Grey Shrike-thrush specimen is a mostly grey coloured bird, with the plumage around the shoulders a little browner. The underside and neck is paler, off-white with a white ring around the eye. The eyes are made of glass which is a brown colour and replace the original which do not survive the taxidermy process. This specimen stands upon a wooden platform and has an identification tag tied around its leg.27a / Harmonious Shrike-Thrush / See Catalogue Page 12 / taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, bird, australian birds, thrush, grey shrike-thrush, harmonious thrush, colluricincla harmonica -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Diamond Dove, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
Diamond Doves reside in Oceania and Northern America. They are often seen gathering in small groups and foraging on the ground near a source of water. Diamond Doves are granivores. Their diet includes seeds of herbs and grasses. The sound made by the dove is a slow "coo" often repeated twice. These birds are renowned for their ability to find their way home over large distances which has resulted in the use of these birds as messengers throughout history. 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 and the National Museum of Victoria, as well as individuals such 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.The Diamond Dove is a small pigeon with red rings around their eyes. It stands on a wooden perch with an identification tag tied around one leg. The upper part of the body is a brown grey and the belly of the dove is a cream colour. This bird has distinctive white spots on the wings. This particular specimen is a grey coloured Diamond Dove. Other colourings for this species are white, brown, yellow, red, cinnamon and pied.2b Little Turtle Dove. See Catalogue, page 30.taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, dove, little turtle dove, diamond dove -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - White Faced Heron, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
The White-faced Heron is a common bird located throughout Australasia, including New Guinea, Torres Strait, Indonesia and New Zealand. It can be found in all parts of Australia with the exception of areas which are too dry. The White-faced heron typically resides in wetland habitats including reefs, rock pools, swamps and rivers. They feed on small aquatic animals. These birds get their name from their characteristic white face which contrasts to the ashen grey plumage of their bodies. 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.The White Faced Heron is stylised in a standing position on a wooden platform, looking forward. The bird has small brown glass eyes in place of the original. The Heron has long dark legs and is mostly covered in grey-brown plumage. Around the face, the plumage is a cream colour. The bill is black. This particular specimen has a paper identification tag tied around its left leg.....[missing] Heron / ....[missing] page 34. /taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, australian birds, heron, white faced heron -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Buff-Banded Rail, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
The Buff-banded Rail is located on mainland Australia. It can also be found in south-east Asia, New Guinea and New Zealand. These birds are often seen individually or in pairs walking through the dense reeds and vegetations of wetlands or crops. This rail has a slow walk and often flicks its tail, which is raised, as they move. They are omnivore scavengers who feed on a large variety of invertebrates, fruit, seeds and vegetables. 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.This specimen is in a standing position on a wooden platform. The Buff-Branded Rail has a pale grey/yellow eyebrow over the orange glass eyes and a pale grey bill. It also has an orange and brown coloured band on its breast. This bird is multicoloured with streaks of chestnut brown, black, white and a faint orange-brown. This specimen has a paper identification tag tied to its left leg.29 c. / (22c)? Spotted Water Crake / See Catalogue, page, 35. / taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, landrail, buff-banded rail -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - Squirrel, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
The Squirrel is a small to medium sized member of the rodent family Sciuridae. They are commonly located in America, Eurasia and Africa. The Squirrel was introduced to Australia by humans. Interestingly, the tail of the Squirrel serves the purpose of keeping the rain, wind or cold off the body of the animal, to help it cool off in hot weather, to counterbalance when moving and can be utilized as a parachute when jumping from one location to the next. Squirrels consume foods that are rich in protein, carbohydrates and fats. They eat nuts, seeds. fruits and vegetation. 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 and the National Museum of Victoria, as well as individuals such 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.Grey Squirrel standing on a wooden platform. The small sized specimen holds a pinecone between its hands and has a paper identification tag tied to one of its arms. It has grey/ash coloured fur with a pale belly and dark coloured glass eyes. It has a long and bushy tail that stands along its back in an arched shape. It has tiny hands and feet.40. ash-coloured / Squirrel / Catalogue, Page, 49. / A.4484 / BMM 75 32 /taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, squirrel -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - GREAT COAT, A.G.C.F, 1987
Part of the Reverend Chaplain Major Thomas Bruce Williams, No556101, Collection.Army issue khaki officer's great coat in woollen cloth with a green inner lining. All buttons are brown plastic. Buttons are missing from epaulettes. Two side pockets with flaps. White maker's label is sewn on the right inside. A white calico identification label is sewn on the right inside at the bottom of the coat. This label is to be removed upon issue. Rear vent can be closed with buttons.On manufacturer's label: 'A.G.C.F., VICTORIA, 1987 (upwards arrow), ARMY NO, NAME'. Handwritten in black biro on manufacturer's label: '556101 CHAPLAIN T.B. WILLIAMS'. Handwritten on issue label: '38345/1A 20561 M, WILLIAMS T.B.'.army chaplain, uniform, great coat, major thomas b. williams -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Great Ryrie Primary School, Heathmont - 2002 Student Photos - Prep G (and possibly some 3/4P)
Individual student photos scanned from Negatives. No identification of student names. This set of negatives were in yellow Kodak envelope marked "Prep G Great Ryrie PS 2002" but in the images are two handwritten boards, one stating Prep G and one stating stating 3/4P (See also 11153 for 3/4P). Negatives were scanned by Greg Coker in 2023, then disposed. grps2002 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - HIGH SCHOOL SITE, TAKEN FROM CAMP HILL SCHOOL, 1870
Black and white photograph of high school site taken from Camp Hill School in 1870, looking North East. Inscriptions: Identification of buildings typed on attached paper. Far left is the Corporate High School, the Police Office is the long building, the Supreme Court building at read and the Principal's residence towards the foreground. The vegetation and path in the front is now part of the Camp Hill Primary School.place, landscape view -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - BILL ASHMAN COLLECTION: CORRESPONDENCE
British Passport with dark blue hard cover and Coat of Arms. Passport has 32 pages which have a pink pattern. It is in the name of Richard Hartley Smith Abbott and dated 23 May 1936. Inside the front cover area 10s and 5s Consular Service stamps. They are green with red printing. Loose inside the Passport is a Passenger's Identification Check No. 19584 from SS Mariposa.document, passport, bill ashman collection - correspondence, british passport, r h s abbott, ss mariposa, matson navigation company, the ceanic steamship company -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Document - Flyer - Advertising Portland's 150th Anniversary in 1984, c. 1983
Portland's 150th Anniversary in 1984Identification numbers 8101 a, b Two single fold DL flyers, advertising Portland's 150th Anniversary in 1984. Pale blue heavy paper, dark blue/mauve print and illustrations - man and woman in colonial dress on front, family in colonial dress standing in front of Steam Packet Inn, on back a young woman in 150th Anniversary tee shirt and bathers, running in shallows at beach. -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Book, Graem Butler, Heidelberg Conservation Study, Part 1 Heidelberg Historic Buildings and Areas Assessment by Graeme Butler, November 1985
Historic Buildings and Areas Assessment by Graeme Butler. Part 1 of award winning study carried out in 1982 in collaboration with a community advisory committee to Heidelberg City Council. Pioneering identification of a broad range of heritage assets varying from buildings, gravestones, farm structures, landscape areas, mileposts, divided street construction, in a time when buildings only were assessed in municipal studies.2 v. : ill., maps ; 29 cm.significant buildings heidelberg victoria, history development of heidelberg victoria, man-made landscape heidelberg victoria, significant precincts heidelberg victoria, conservation study, graeme butler -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Document - Identity Card, Commonwealth of Australia, Emily Elizabeth Foley, 89 Harp Road, East Kew, 1942, 1942
Identity card issued to Emily Foley in 1942. This type of card was issued to British subjects who were civilians. During World War II everyone in Australia was issued with a personal identity card and was required to report changes of address to the government. These cards were particularly important in the identification and monitoring of Aliens (non-citizen residents) , particularly non-Europeans and Asian residents. (Source: Museum Victoria)Local example of an identity card issued to a Kew resident.Identity card issued to Emily Elizabeth Foley of 89 Harp Road, East Kew. The card uses the for "C.R.3 - Civilian Registration British Subjects". it bears a Camberwell stamp on the front right corner. The Identity Card includes the following inscriptions: Front "V14 / F85 / 29268" Reverse Witness signature: "Ethel Foley" same address identity cards, world war 2 - ii, second world war 1939-1945, australia -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Badge - Gripman - 13 - Clifton Hill, Tramway Board, c1916
Use to identify a tramway employee - Clifton Hill car house or depot. Would have allowed free travel when in uniform to and from work. Used possibly from mid 1910's when the Tramway Board was formed until it was replaced by the MMTB in 1921 or when a different identification system was implemented. Most likely made by Stokes and Sons - possible imprint covered by the leather part.Demonstrates the method of identifying cable tram employees. Round pressed brass badge with the words "Gripman" pressed into the centre of the badge around the top portion of the badge, the letters "C13H. Has a nickel-plated finish with the Tramways Board logo on the lower part of the badge. On the rear of the badge, two metal lugs have been soldered onto the badge and a two-piece leather strap with a buttonhole cut into it to enable it to be worn on a uniform. Second copy - Nicholson St car house, No. 13. Third copy No. 25 for Clifton Hill. See item 7339 for a Conductor badge. badges, tramways, trams, employee pass, tramway board, clifton hill depot, gripmen -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Map, Plans (5) showing Subdivisions of Warrnambool, 1989
These plans have been drawn by Steve Hester for the Warrnambool City Council to illustrate the allotments in Warrnambool concerned with the subdivisions of 1989. The streets have not been named but there is an indication of the area with the identification of known buildings (eg Hospital) and the plan numbers of each allotment is clearly marked. These numbers corresponded to the plan numbers registered in card files and ledgers in the Warrnambool City Council offices. The scale of the plans was 1 to 5000. These plans are of considerable interest because they show Warrnambool street subdivisions of 1989 in illustrative form. They show how information was collated in the late 1980s before the widespread use of computer digital means to describe and store information.These are five hand-drawn sheets showing plans of sub-divisions in Warrnambool streets in 1989 (Warrnambool City Council material). The plans are multi-coloured (crayons) and show allotments with plan numbers. The first plan has much of the material torn off but the location is known to be in the Russells Creek area. Some of the green tape around the edges is missing. Plans two to five are almost intact and are bound with green tape. Plan Two- Industrial Estate of West Warrnambool; Plan Three – Hospital/Merrivale/ Lake Pertobe areas; Plan Four – North Warrnambool, Wollaston/Brierly areas; Plan Five – Flaxman Street area. ‘Subdivision Plan, Reference Guide, Steve Hester, Oct. 1989’. warrnambool street subdivisions, steve hester, history