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Queenscliffe Maritime Museum
Newsletter - Essay by J McGrath "Some famous clippers"", Typed essay by J McGrath about American built clippers trading around Australia's coast, unknown date of production
Trading clipper shipsAustralian coastal tradeTyped essay by J McGrath about American built clippers trading around Australia's coast.Reverse - " NIL ".historical references -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph, Thomas Flanagan
Thomas Flanagan opened his first store in Tatura in 1895 at the earnest persuasion of Cr. Thomas Hogan, with stock valued at .33/3/9! Prior to this he had a travelling drapery business in the Western District of N.S.W. with Mick Hogan.|In 1900 he built a new shop on the corner of Ross and Hogan Streets where he remained until a larger store was erected on the site where Foodwork's Supermarket now stands. The latter store was sold in 1973 when his son Tom retired from the business.tatura, flanagans store, costume, male -
Malmsbury Historical Society
Photograph (Item), "B/W Portrait Of Nancy Thomas C1920, D 1922", Malmsbury c1920
People - "Thomas, Nancy; Thomas, Cora (Townsend); Thomas, Bill" Associated with - Margaret Paterson (Photographer) -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Photograph, F/Lt Nick Watling
A black and white photograph of The pilot of this particular 005 mission, F/Lt Nick Watling at the controls of the No.35 Squadron Caribou over the Mekong Delta, talks with ground control at the next airbase where is is due to land. The type of "cargo" waiting for pickup would be ascertained at this time.photograph, caribou, 35 squadron, raaf, mekong delta, gibbons collection catalogue, f/lt nick walting -
Bendigo Military Museum
Memorabilia - CENTENARY of EAGLEHAWK ANZACS, FRAMED, Eaglehawk Heritage Society, WILLIAM J. SYMONS V.C, c2014
LIEUTENANT WILLIAM JOHN SYMONS, V.C. No. 174, 7th Battalion, 37th Battalion, wounded, RTA, Military appointment terminated 7/12/1918.Memorabilia - framed story of a soldier, in colour, using memorabilia of the soldier and his life. Printed on paper. Frame - black extruded plastic, glass front, cardboard backing.WILLIAM J, SYMONS, V.C. framed items, anzacs, eaglehawk -
Highett RSL Sub Branch Inc
Note Book:, 57th Batt AIF 1917 Chaplain J M Mcwoy [Field message book as personal Diary]
Field message book Standard Issue AIF Chaplain J M Mcwoy -
National Wool Museum
Newspaper Cutting, Messrs. C. J. Dennys and Co.'s New Wool Store Geelong, 10/9/1872
The Denny Lascelles Wool Warehouse was the first building in Victorian planned to facilitate storage, inspection and marketing of wool in one operation, and upon completion was the second largest store in the colony. CJ Denny's was largely responsible for establishment and development of the wool marketing industry in Geelong and is a figure of significance in the history of settlement in Geelong. The wool store, a basalt structure with cement rendered ornamentation, was erected for CJ Denny's and Co, in 1872 to the design of Jacob Pitman, Architect.Wood cut engraving of the Mesrs. C. J. Dennys and Co.'s New Wool Store Geelong, published in The Illustrated Australian News, 1872. The half page full colour illustration shows the newly constructed Wool Store with a bull drawn cart carrying full wool bales situated out the front of the store.Top margin: THE ILLUSTRATED AUSTRALIAN NEWS 201 Below image: Mesrs. C. J. Dennys and Co.'s New Wool Store Geelong Image signed, lower mid edge: WINSTON Image, on building: C.J. Dennys Wool Brokers 1872 C.J. Dennys & Co. Wool & Produce Warehousedenny lascelles wool warehouse, wool, dennys, wool store -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Jim Teagle chopping wood at 1 Thomas Street, Eltham, c.1938
At the family home of Thomas Teagle, 1 Thomas Street, Eltham which is at corner with Frank Street and still stands today (2023). Thomas Street was named after Thomas Teagle, Jim's fatherOn reverse "Rita Teagle"eltham, thomas street, james michael teagle, jim teagle, teagle family, pam thoonen (nee ingram) collection -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Plane Compass, 1941-1943
This compass is the type used by an artillery unit of the Australian Military Forces during World War 2 and made by J W Handley. Although having owned the factory site since 1935 at 657 Victoria St J W Handley began to produce various items for the Australian Military forces after purchasing and expanding the factory to 655 Victoria St. It appears that he, or some one else may already have been occupying the site for industrial purposes, such as (Manufacturing, Foundry and Electroplating) since at least 1929. J W Handley Pty Ltd was actively producing items for the Military during the war years, a newspaper article from 1939 shows the factory in production and employing 420 people during 1939. J W Handley after the war moved into producing other non military items including a range of fishing reels. The company ceased trading in 1987 and was deregistered as J W Handley Pty Ltd in 1990.The item demonstrates the industrial capability of Australia at the start of World War 2, this item is actively sort by collectors of Australian Military memorabilia and represents a time in Australian history when the country was at war and the general population was concerned about an invasion from Japanese forces. It also therefor is of social significance as many Australians served in the Military forces at that time and the item is complete and in very good condition.A plane table compass, sometimes referred to as a trough compass, used by surveyors and artillery crew to accurately establish magnetic north. The compass is precision machined of brass material with a long needle to ensure accuracy. The compass scale is marked with a centre zero (for magnetic north) and graduations indicating plus and minus five degrees. The compass is housed in a protective wooden case with a sliding lid. The lid has a brass slide which locks the compass needle during periods when the compass is not in use.J.W.H./V Mark 11 D�D. Made by J W Handley Richmond Melbourne, Victoria. Serial number 1333 on boxflagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, trough compass, navigation instrument, surveyor's instrument, j w handley, artillery, australian army, trough, plane compass, world war 2 -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Award, Boroondara Rifle Club Spoon Competition : 200, 300 yds won by J S Penrose 1906, 11/02/1906
In 2000, three silver trophy spoons were donated to the Kew Historical Society by the National Trust (Victoria). At the time, the spoons were believed to have been awarded to J.S. Penrose for victories in events held by the Boroondara R.C. [Rifle Club] in 1905 and 1906. The Boroondara Rifle Club was a separate entity to the Kew and Hawthorn Rifle Clubs. The first reference to the Club on Trove is on 11 April 1900, when the Club was established and the committee elected. It is recorded that: “the adjourned meeting in connection with the Boroondara Rifle Club was held in the shire hall on Monday evening; Mr. A. J. Smith, J.P., in the chair. It was decided that the name of the club should be the Boroondara Rifle Club, and that it should embrace the whole shire, with butts at some convenient and accessible spot. A number of additional members were sworn in, making the total enrolled to date about 70. The following gentlemen were elected as office bearers: — President, Sir Frederick Sargood. M.L.C.: vice-presidents, Messrs. Wm. Knox, M.L.C.; F. Madden, M.L.A., and A. J. Smith (president of the shire); hon. captain, Mr. John McWhae (chairman of the Stock Exchange) ; committee. Messrs. T. W. Gaggin, J. B. Gilfillan, Cr. Lewis. Cr. Rooks and Cr. Beckett; hon. treasurer. Mr. G. A. Darling; hon. secretary, Mr. A. J. Macarthur”. The last recorded meeting of the Rifle Club was in 1916, at “Adam’s Hall, upper Hawthorn” when a new committee was elected. Engraved silver trophy spoon awarded to S.J Penrose by the Boroondara Rifle Club for a victory in the Spoon Competition of 1906Boroondara Rifle Club / Spoon Competition / 200, 300 yds / Won by S.J. Penrose / 11-2-06boroondara rifle club, j.s. penrose, sport, shooting, trophy, a. j. smith, frederick sargood, william knox, f. madden, a. j. smith, john mcwhae, t. w. gaggin, j. b. gilfillan, lewis, rooks, beckett; g. a. darling; a. j. macarthur -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book - Papers and Addresses, Thomas Brassey, author, Papers and Addresses Work and Wages, 1894
The papers in this work are focused on Thomas Brassey (1836-1918) who was born and educated in England. They include the period before he accepted the position of Governor of Victori, Australia, in 1895. During that time, he'd won a seat in parliament, which he held for 18 years, and for periods was a civil lord and parliamentary secretary for the Admiralty. He was passionate about the sea and addressed his naval and maritime concerns in public lectures, letters, pamphlets and books. He was also for a time lord-in-waiting to Queen Victoria and president of the Institute of Naval Architects. This book is from Flagstaff Hill's ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. It was edited by J. Porter, and published by Longmans, Green and Co. of London. The Longmans, Green and Co. was originally founded in 1724 in London by Thomas Longman under the name Longman. In August of that year, he bought the two shops and goods of William Taylor and set up his publishing house there at 39 Paternoster Row. The shops were called Black Swan and Ship, and it is said that the 'ship' sign was the inspiration for Longman's Logo. After many changes of name and management, the firm was incorporated in 1926 as Longmans, Green & Co. Pty Ltd. The firm was acquired by Pearson in 1968 and was known as Pearson Longman or Pearson PLC. Interestingly, the logo in some books, such as “Steam Turbines 2nd edition, published in 1922” has the year “1724” but the logo in books such as “Advanced Agriculture, published in 1894” has the year “1726” in the logo.The book is significant for publishing historical papers and addresses by Lord Thomas Brassey, former Governor of Victoria before Australia’s Federation. Brassey was passionate about naval and maritime matters in public and government capacities. The work is important for its connection with the publisher Longmans, Green and Co., of London, a firm that has been established for over two centuries, renowned for publishing encyclopedias, dictionaries, books on English grammar, textbooks, poetry, reference books, novels, magazines and more. The book has additional importance for its connection to the Pattison Collection, which, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institutes’ Collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and its important role in people's intellectual, cultural and social development 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.Papers and Addresses Work and Wages Author: Lord Brassey Edited by J. Potter Publisher: Longmans Green and Co. Date: 1894 One of a set of six books. Part of the Pattison Collection. Green hardback cover with embossed gold text and label on spine. Inscriptions include a label on the spine, stamp, stickers and black handwriting.Label "PAT 331.2942 BRA" Sticker "Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library" Sticker "Corangamite Regional Library Service" Handwriting on Fly "(crossed out) G 572 225" and "M" "235" "7"flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, warrnambool, maritime museum, maritime village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, pattison collection, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, mechanics’ institute library, warrnambool library, free library, corangamite regional library service, longmans green and co., thomas longman, paternoster row london, thomas brassey (1836-1918), lord brassey, earl brassey, governor of victoria, politician, civil lord of the admiralty, publicist, naval affairs, maritime affairs, public lectures, parliamentary addresses, author, lord-in-waiting to queen victoria, president of the institute of naval architects, j porter, papers and addresses, work and wages, employers, employees, pay issues -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Mr. F. Goulding's orchard. Looking across to Ringwood East from Wonga Rd. 1960
Typed below photograph, "Mr. F. Goulding's orchard. Looking across to Ringwood East from Wonga Rd. 1960". -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Ringwood Mayor F. Corr and Mrs. Corr. Mr. Geo Burns and Mr. A. Kelly, Town Clerk
Catalogue card reads, 'Mayor F. Corr and Mrs. Corr. Mr. Geo Burns and Mr. A. Kelly, Town Clerk'. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Mr. E. F. Cass and pupils at Ringwood's first school - Cass State School 1451, located at corner Everard Rd. & Maroondah Highway - 1883. Mr. Cass was Head Teacher at the school 1874-1894
Typed below photograph, "Mr. E. F. Cass and pupils at Ringwood's first school, corner Everard Rd. & Maroondah Highway. 1883." Other notes on backing sheets read, "Cass State School 1451, Mr. E. F. Cass (Head teacher 1874-1894)". -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book of sheet music, Stainer & Bell Ltd, 'The Rainbow, A Tale of Dunkirk' by Thomas Wood, brass band arrangement by Frank Wright, approx 1950
This music was played for the Grand Armistice Concert of the 11th November 1951, with Frank Wright as the conductor and arranger of the music for brass bands. Frank Wright was a renown resident of Smeaton, where he was born on 2 August 1901. He lived at Laura Villa, and attended Smeaton State School. His father William was a gold miner and his mother's name was Sarah. Their family won many singing and instrumental awards. Frank was tutored by Percy Code and was awarded a gold medal for the highest marks in the ALCM examinations in the British Colonies at the age of seventeen years. He became the Australian Open Cornet Champion by the age of eighteen. A year later, Frank conducted the City of Ballarat Band, and later the Ballarat Soldiers’ Memorial Band. He formed the Frank Wright Frisco Band and Frank Wright and his Coliseum Orchestra. These bands won many South Street awards, and Frank as conductor won many awards in the Australian Band Championship contest. In 1933 Frank Wright sailed to England to conduct the famous St Hilda’s Band and was later appointed Musical Director of the London County Council, where he organized many amazing concerts in parks, in and around the London district. He was made Professor of Brass and Military Band Scoring and conducted at the Guildhall of Music and Drama. Frank was often invited to adjudicate Brass Band Championships around Europe, in Australia, including South Street and in New Zealand. The Frank Wright Medal at the Royal South Street competition is awarded to an individual recognized as making an outstanding contribution to brass music in Australia. Two printed copies of sheet music with buff coloured covers. They are of 'The Rainbow, A Tale of Dunkirk', by Thomas Wood with brass band arrangement by Frank Wright. One is for Solo B flat cornet and the other is for 3rd B flat cornet.On the front covers the title is printed in pen, as is the designated instrument. Also stamped underneath the title is Stainer & Bell, Lts., 89 Newman Street, London, W.1.frank wright, brass bands, sheet music, the rainbow, a tale of dunkirk, grand armistice concert, cornet music -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, D W A Baker, The civilised surveyor : Thomas Mitchell and the Australian Aborigines, 1997
Thomas Mitchell, surveyor in Sydney from 1827 at the time when Squatters were extending their runs with huge detriment to the Aboriginal population. Mitchell and his men were ambiguous in their treatment of the people. His conviction was in the superiority of the British civilisation.Maps, b&w illustrationsthomas mitchell, new south wales history, race relations, racism, colonisation -
Mont De Lancey
Tool - Pig Scraper, F G Pearson & Co, circa 1914
Used in the 19th century. Pigs were often raised for meat for the family. The scraper was used to remove the bristles from the carcass.A curved metal straight bladed pig scraper used to remove the bristles from a pig's carcass. It has a hook on the top edge to remove the nails from the pig's trotters. It has a short wooden handle attached to the metal on the blade with three rivets. There are two slashers near the flail. On the left is the brand 'Pearson 2532' circa 1914 Made by F G Pearson & Co, Sheffield, Right side (est 1859) Right: brand is indistinct. Used in the 19th century.On the left is the brand 'Pearson 2532' circa 1914 Made by F G Pearson & Co, Sheffield, Right side (est 1859) Right: brand is indistinct.farm equipment, farm tools, pigs, farm -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus Archives
Photograph - Black and white print, J. McLennan and Children in Buggy, 1918
One of several photographs submitted by Miss Isobel McLennan, daughter of J.P. McLennan. Copy of a black and white photograph of a buggy drawn by a white pony with Principal, J. McLennan and 2 children.buggy, pony, principal, j. mclennan, children, isobel mclennan -
Queenscliffe Maritime Museum
Mixed media - J P Larkin information, J P Larkin photo, clippings, story, c1936 - 1939
marine surveyorcoastal waters managementMarine Surveyor J P Larkin information including studio photo, biography, and two news articlesReverse " NIL ".historical references -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, W J Vine, timber merchant and ironmonger, c1899
Vines Timber yard was established in 1897 after the timber yard established by Donald Douglas in 1887 was acquired by William James Vine in 1896. Vines Timber yard was managed by William and his son Albert Ernest (Ernie) until the 1950s when there were no vacant blocks of land in Surrey Hills and less requirement for building materials. William Vine is listed in the 1893 directory as living in Albany Crescent. He married Sarah Elizabeth Gunner in 1881. The business was badly affected by a large fire in 1920. Albert Vine (1903-1968) was a Camberwell councillor from 1926-1934. He was also Mayor of Camberwell in 1940/41 and a councillor from 1937-1944. His son Ernest Albert also becoming a Councillor and Mayor of Camberwell. Exterior of building of W J Vine timber merchant and ironmonger in 1899. There are 5 men standing outside. 'Year 1899' in lower LH cornerbusinesses, timber merchant, ironmonger, vine's timber yard, donald douglas, william james vine, ernie vine, albert ernest vine, sarah elizabeth gunner, sarah elizabeth vine -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Pam and Kenneth Ingram with dog Chippy and cat, Snow White at their home, 19 Thomas Street, Eltham, c.1946
Photo taken at the front of the family home of 19 Thomas Street (since replaced by a new build). The entrance from Thomas Street was at the back. Thomas Street was named after their grandfather, Thomas Teagle and many of the Teagle family homes were in this street.pamela lorraine ingram, eltham, thomas street, kenneth albert ingram, dogs, pam thoonen (nee ingram) collection -
Port Fairy Historical Society Museum and Archives
Photograph
Door is signed by the town builders Thomas Southcombe & Alex Ingram1859 Named Wooden DoorsColoured photograph of a wooden door with penciled names of Thomas Southcombe and Alex IngramThe door is thought to be signed by the builders Thomas Southcombe and Alex Ingramcarpentry, house construction -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, J. Keenan, Ansett Transport Industries. Correspondence letter to the School of Mines & Industries, Ballarat, 1949, 09/12/1949
J. Keenan is responding to Richard Walter Richards' request from the 29th November to obtain a 4-cylinder diesel engine for the purpose of assisting in the training of Motor Mechanics at the Ballarat School of Mines. Keenan states that the company regrets to inform Richards that they are unable to fulfil his request and cannot offer any other suggestions as to where to locate a suitable engine.A letter of correspondence from J. Keenan, General Manager of Ansett Transport Industries. (Division of Ansett Transport Industries Ltd.), 414 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria towards Mr. Richard Walter Richards, The Principal of the School of Mines & Industries, Ballarat, VIC. The letter is dated 9th December, 1949.Ansett Motors Ltd. Hamilton Post Office Box Handwritten A.142, and 13/12/49 in top left hand corner in pen, RMR in pencil. Signed J. Keenan.ansett, ansett motors,ansett transport industries, ansett travel service, ballarat school of mines, j. keenan, r.w. richards, dick richards,pioneer tours, ansett airways, ansett travel hotels, diesel engine, motor mechanic, hamilton -
Federation University Historical Collection
Photograph - Colour, E. J. Barker Library, Mount Helen Campus, Federation University Australia - 2006, 2006
Work began on the Library construction in 1968. This was when it was known as Ballarat College of Advanced Education - Mount Helen. The Library started on the ground floor in 1970. In 1971 a contract for a four-storey library was drawn up and construction began the same year. The building opened in 1973, occupying two stories of the current building. The library grew and with Commonwealth Grants was able to develop its collection. In 1987 the library achieved an annual budget of over $1 million. The Teachers Resource Collection was added and by 1989 the library expected to occupy the top three floors plus the lower ground floor. A flexible study area on the top floor was introduced 1990-1991. 2010 saw the completion of a new stage in the history of the library. It now includes new study and research areas including the Geoffrey Blainey Research Centre with access to the University's Art and Historical Collection. The E. J. Barker Library is named after a former Principal of the School of Mines Ballarat who then became the first Director of the Ballarat College of Advanced Education, now Federation University. Jack Barker played an active part in education and was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia. After retirement in 1987, the College Council decided to name the Library after him in recognition of his achievements.Colour photograph showing the entrance to the E. J. Barker Library at the Mount Helen Campus of Federation University - Ballarat. Lawn, trees and gardens provide a pleasant area for students and staff. Building design allows for large windows giving light into the various areas.ballarat college of advanced education, e.j. barker library, teachers resource collection, study area, geoffrey blainey research centre, art collection, historical collection, jack barker, medal of the order of australia -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus Archives
Document - Photocopy, Thomas Sebire, 1892, 1894
1. Letter of reference from Geo. Neilson, Curator, Royal Horticultural College Burnley, 29 May 1894. 2. Diary of Thomas Sebire, Mar. - Dec. 1892 - Photocopies - 2 copies of letter, on Department of Agriculture Victoria letterheadthomas sebire, royal horticultural college, royal horticultural school burnley, george neilson -
B-24 Liberator Memorial Restoration Australia Inc
Oral History, RAAF Service History of Sqn. Ldr. Richard F. Overheu DFC & Bar, 1999-2000
R. Overheu was in the RAAF from August 1940 until October 1945 and was a B-24 Liberator pilot between March 1943 and October 1945 in 380 Sqn. then 24 Sqn.This oral history is historical significance because it provides at first hand an account of the individual's experiences during World War II as a member of the RAAF. He trained at Point Cook and in Tasmania and saw active service during the Pacific conflict flying B-24 Liberator aircraft from Darwin.Paper printed transcript with plastic coverRAAF SERVICE HISTORY OF SQN. LDR. RICHARD F. OVERHEU DFC AND BAR U.S. PRESIDENTIAL CITATION RECORDED 1999-2000oral history raaf world war ii -
St Kilda Historical Society
Card - Memorial Card, The Memorial Card Co, Thomas Hill Nelson Memorial Card, c. 1915
Died from wounds received at the Dardanelles in 1915 aged 24Brown memorial card with gold lettering, unmounted, original, good conditionOn front: In loving memory of Our Dear Son Thomas Hill Nelson who died from wounds received at the Dardenelles, May 24 1915 -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph - Framed Photograph, Arthur J. Underwood, Kyabram, Queen Elizabeth Visit 1954, 1954
The Royal visit of 1954 by the Queen and Prince Phillip.Framed photograph of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip taken by A. J. Underwood at the Tatura Railway Station on 5 March 1954 during the extensive Royal tour of Australia.Framed surround signed Arthur J. Underwood, Kyabram.queen elizabeth visit 1954 -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter, Letter to Fred J. Martell School of Mines Ballarat from E Giles
School of Mines Ballarat is a predecessor of Federation UniversityHandwritten on lined paper a letter from E Giles to Ballarat School of Mines Director Fred J. Martell Report sent 4 April 98e. giles, fred j. martell, ballarat school of mines, report, mining -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Certificate, Melbourne Tramways Trust, Framed Testimonial to Alderman Thomas O'Grady J.P. from the Melbourne Tramways Trust, 5 February 1886
The recipient of the testimonial, Thomas O’Grady (1824-90) had migrated to Melbourne in 1854, practising the trades of building and contracting. The Australian Dictionary of Biography records that he became a Councillor of the City of Melbourne in 1868. It lists one of his major achievements as the construction ‘with Leggett & Noonan [of] the fifty-six-mile (90 km) railway from Essendon to Seymour’. He was chairman of the Tramways Trust from its formation in 1884. His obituary in the Melbourne Herald (29 Apr 1890) reported: "DEATH OF ALDERMAN THOMAS O'GRADY. Today we have the sad duty of recording the death of two old colonists, who for many years, havo occupied very, prominent positions in building, commercial and municipal circles. The first of these is Alderman Thomas O'Grady, who died last night at his residence in Carlton. Mr O'Grady has been ill for some time, and at one period his death was expected any moment. Then he rallied, and strong hopes of his recovery were entertained; but he had a relapse, and expired as stated. The deceased gentleman was one of the oldest members of the City Council, in which he has held the various positions of Councillor, Alderman and Mayor. At the time of his death he sat as alderman for Victoria Ward. Mr O'Grady also at one time represented the City Council on the Harbor Trust, and was chairman of that body. He has been the council's representative on the Tramway Trust and was chairman of that body for some considerable time." As late as 1951, the Advocate (11 Oct 1951) stated that: "To Alderman Thomas O'Grady, Lord Mayor of Melbourne in 1872-3, is due the credit of the successful inauguration of Hospital Sunday. Alderman O'Grady was the first Catholic Lord Mayor of the city. He was elected a councillor for Smith Ward in 1868, and an alderman in 1869. In private life he was an extensive contractor, being a member of the firm of O'Grady, Leggett and Noonan, the contractors for the first section of the Northeastern Railways (between Melbourne and Seymour)."This is a unique civic document, illustrating the life and contribution of Thomas O’Grady (1824-90), Melbourne City Councillor and first Chairman of the Melbourne Tramways Trust. It is historically significant in its recording of the development of Melbourne's public transport system. The design of the certificate and particularly the ebonised frame are artistically and aesthetically significant.An illustrated testimonial presented to the first Chairman of the Melbourne Tramways Trust in 1886. The Testimonial is encased in an ebonized frame of the period. It includes the coat-of-arms of 12 cities, corporations, boroughs and towns, including that of Kew. At the head of the testimonial the engines used to drive the cable systems are illustrated. At the foot of the testimonial there is a picture of two cable trams.The testimonial reads: ‘At the meeting of the Melbourne Tramways Trust held on the Fifth Day of February 1886, the following resolution was unanimously carried. That the thanks of the Melbourne Tramways Trust are due and are hereby accorded to Alderman Thomas O’Grady Hon. JP, the first Chairman of the Trust for the ability, courtesy and impartiality with which he has discharged his duties during the past two years, and the Trust heartily congratulates him on the successful opening during his term of office of the Richmond Tramway (the first Cable line constructed in Australia) and tenders him its earnest wishes for his future prosperity and welfare.’ melbourne tramways trust, thomas o’grady (1824-90), cable trams, lord mayors of melbourne