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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - PROGRAMS: CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT 1952
Twelve pages souvenir program for Carols by Candlelight in Rosalind park, Bendigo, Christmas eve, 1952. On the back " The President and Members of the Bendigo and Eaglehawk Methodist Youth Fellowship thank you for your support and extend to you their best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Bright and prosperous new year.bendigo, parks and gardens, rosalind park -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Magazine - AILEEN AND JOHN ELLISON COLLECTION: NEW IDEA JULY 1969
New idea magazine from July 19th, 1969. On the cover a woman making flowers. The latest in make your own flowers! Girl's twin set and boys' aran sweaters to knit. Special: sizzling barbeque recipes! Price 15 cents. the magazine has 64 pages.books, magazines, women's magazine -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - MERLE HALL COLLECTION: BENDIGO PERFORMANCE OF ''MUSIC THROUGH CLAY''
Poster for Bendigo Performance of ''Music through Clay'' - ''ceramic instrument making workshops'' at the Old Fire Station with Judy Lorraine. Note date provided for May/June workshops. ''Make your own ocarinas and drums''. City of Greater Bendigo Cultural Grants Program and arts Bendigo. -
Waverley RSL Sub Branch
Rail Spike
Rail spike from Thai Burma railway mounted on a mahogany colour board. Silver inscription plate on top left of board Spike is L 14 cm. W 5 cm. with a rectangular headWhen you go home tell them of us, to say we gave our tomorrow for your day -
Greensborough Historical Society
Electric Fuse, Copper Fuse Wire, 1930s
Used in pre-circuit breaker domestic electric fuse boxes8 amp (light) and 15 amp (power) tinned copper wire wound onto cardboard holder, printed in red and blue "Hang on your fuse box", "Use one strand only", "Made in Australia", "Best tinned copper wire"fuse wire, electricity -
Halls Gap & Grampians Historical Society
Postcard - B/W, C 1930s
Man in photo was well known photographer and bushwalking guide Gilbert Rogers. He was also a Forest Officer so knew the Grampians well.Postcard shows a man standing beside a waterfall holding up a cup. the waterfall is flowing rapidly over rocks. The man has on a backpack and long hiking boots.'Good luck and good health from your old friend'( written on front) Rogers - (bottom Right) no,264people, gilbert rogers, scenery, waterfalls -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Financial record - Order book, K & H Tibb, licenced grocers, Ringwood (Victoria) - C 1960
Grey covered book, part used, perforated original and duplicate pages, blue carbon copy sheets, preprinted shopping list down right hand side of page, cardboard backing.Page heading - Your Foodland Store, 1 Bedford Road Ringwood Phone 870-2699 (2 lines) -
St Patrick's College
Wooden plaque, Ballarat Trophies & Gifts, 2000
Rectangular wooden plaque with silver wreath encircling '2000'. There is also an inscription on a brass plate.2000 / Presented to / St Patrick's College / In Appreciation Of Your / Support To The / MT CHALLENGE 2000 / by / Symnastics Victoria / MAG/ -
Williamstown High School
Excursion to Bright 1954, Excursion to Bright August 30 - September 4 1954, by Kath White
Kath White, student at WHS between 1951 and 1955, made this book to present to her teacher following a Bright excursion her class attended in 1954. Kath kept a diary during the trip and used it to create a memento for a favourite teacher in Miss Boardman.Red leather album tied with yellow, red and black cord. 42 p. Hand painted end papers, hand written and illustrated by Kath White.Inside front cover: To Miss Boardman, with many thanks for your kindness to me. Kath White 29. 10.54.williamstown high school, 1954, kath white, miss boardman, bright, diary, school camp -
Unions Ballarat
The last Edwardian at No. 10 : An impression of Harold Macmillan (Don Woodward Collection), Hutchinson, George, 1980
Biography of Harold McMillan who was the UK Prime Minister from 1957-1963. He represented the Conservative Party.Biographical interest. UK politics and history.Book; 156 pages. Dustcover: yellow background; blue lettering; author's name and title; two-tone picture of Harold McMillan. Cover: blue background; silver lettering; author's name and title.In blue ink: To my pal, Happy days and musical moments, from your pal, 23 February 1980.btlc, ballarat trades hall, ballarat trades and labour council, politics - united kingdom, prime ministers - united kingdom, mcmillan, harold, conservative party - united kingdom, biography -
Bialik College
Work on paper (Item) - Time Capsule 1996 plaque and capsule details
It is not upon you to complete the task, but neither are you free to ignore your responsibility. (Ethic of the Fathers 2:21). -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Greeting Card - "Greetings from a Soldier in Egypt"
Inscribed inside - "Loving Greeting to my dear Mother"; Signed - "From your loving & fond son Jim"first world war (ww1), 1914 - 1918, literature, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Clunes Museum
Certificate, 2010
A4 white certificate of appreciation presented to Enid Steart dated 13 December 2010"In recognition of your contribution to Girl Guides Victoria over a great many years. Thank you very much"trefoil guild victoria, enid steart, 2010, girl guides -
Clunes Museum
Book, The Best Show Ever, First printed 2010
Soft cover book documenting history of Clunes & District Agricultural Society, 150 Years of Shows. 215 pagesrobert campbell, clunes & district agricultural society, 150 years -
Bendigo Military Museum
Album - ALBUM, PHOTOGRAPH WW1, London and Turnbridge Wells, The heart of the Empire you came to defend, C WW1
Lt Stephen De Araugo 14th Batt AIF was presented with this album. He was one of 3 who volunteered to go with Albert Jacka VC, MC when he won the Victoria Cross on Gallipoli. Refer Cat No 551P for his service details.Hard cardboard, cloth covered album with sepia tone photos attached brownish coloured paper with protective sheets between.Inside, “ To Lt De Araugo 14 AIF, We thank yo for your splendid service to your King and country and ask you to accept this token of our good wishes on leaving the 3rd London General Hospital (signed) H.E.Bruce Porter, Howard Williams”album, photography, london -
Melton City Libraries
Archive, Fire Brigade invitations, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1979, 1981
Gratitude for contribution letters Dear Bon and Edna, The members of the Mount Cottrell Group wish to extend to you both their sincere gratitude for the dedicated service you have both provided to the Group Brigades whilst you operated the radio and phone from your home. It is thanks to people such as yourselves who, with foresight, pioneered the Group system and the communications that went with it, that has made the Country Fire Authority what it is today. Words can never express the sacrifices we know you have both made over the years to keep the radio and phone manned. We did try to leave your remote but the Authority would only allow one to Wayne’s residence. Once again many, many thanks to you Bon and Edna for your contribution to the Group, but know we can still look forward to your support in the future, Bon is still a deputy communications officer. Incidently our next meeting is on Wednesday 17th December at the Melton Fire Station, you are both most welcome to attend, our guest that evening will be Ken Coghill M. L. A. Yours Sincerely Darryl Wells Typed letter dated 17th September 1976, Group Secretary Melton South Dear Mrs. Barrie, The members of the Group wish to extend to you their sincere appreciation for the magnificent job carried out by you in the diligent task of radio operations. It gives confidence and morale to all firemen to know that an any time the pressure’s on, and effective back-up force is readily available via Group Base, and your role in this respect is acknowledged with the highest the highest esteem. Yours sincerely A.J.Morris Group Secretary Copied June 2013 Note MOUNT COTTRELL FIRE BRIDAGES’ GROUP Incorporating the Brigades of Diggers Rest, Melton Rural, Melton Urban Rockbank, Sydenham, Toolern Vale, Truganina, Werribee Rural, Werribee Urban.Edna and Bon Barrie's collection of invitations to fire brigade's eventsemergency services, local identities -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, Stanley Quinn et al, 1949
Letter 0817a; the writer refers to Allan's 21st birthday and his recent letter from Rio. He also writes of prices rising in Australia, the coal strike, and that 'Sydney especially is badly hit'. He also recommends Allan see a film called 'The Secret Land', a record of an American Naval Expedition to the South Pole, if he gets the opportunity. Letter is signed 'Your loving Dad, Stanley Quinn'. Writer of 0817d also refers to Allan's 21st birthday and the coal strike which has affected manufacturing and the availability of materials, especially bricks as all the brickworks are closed down. The letter is signed 'Your Pal Norm'.Quinn CollectionThree-page letter written to Allan (0817.a1-3) from his father, Stanley Quinn, on three sheets of lined cream-coloured paper, headed Liddesdale Avenue, Frankston and dated 25.07.49. The envelope (0817.b) is buff-coloured. Also found in this envelope is a single-sided, two-page letter written on thin off-white lined paper (0817.c1-2) to Allan from his friend Norm headed 1 Selwyn Street, Artarmon, dated 27.07.49. Enclosed with 0817.c are two small black and white photographs (0817.d1-2). 0817.d1 shows a small boy with a model airplane and 0817.d2 the model airplane from a different angle.Letter 0817a is written on the reverse side of three pages of the Melbourne Stevedoring Company's Cargo Tally sheets. The envelope is pre-stamped with an embossed profile of King George V and a crown in white on a red, oval background. Postage is two and a half pence. Envelope is addressed to Allan C/- Swedish Seaman's Union, 156 Montague Street, Brooklyn, New York, USA. The postmark is torn. There is a blue air-mail sticker on the upper left-hand corner. 0817d; On the left wing of the model airplane is printed MAA, on the right wing - 17. There are pencilled marks on the back of each photograph. letters-from-abroad, quinn, 1949, stanley quinn, coal strike, australia -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Booklet, Fisheries & Wildlife, The Woolamai Detective Trail, 11/1979
A Detective Booklet - 12 pages - put out by Fisheries and Wildlife Division to use when walking on the Cape Woolamai Trails. The dectictive is Shearwater Holmes and he's looking with your help for clues - like footprints or plants. All a bit of fun as well as education. 2 x booklets donated.Format by Alan J Reid, Gould League of Vic. No '79cape woolamai, the woolamai detective trail booklet, fisheries and wildlife, ministry for conservation, maurice schinkel -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - BADHAM COLLECTION: MEMO CARD VICTORIAN RAILWAYS, 21/7/1941
Memo card - Victorian railways. Addressed to Act. Dr. J.H. Badham, Bendigo. Melbourne 21/7/1941. Your memo of Driver at Castlemaine has been duly received at this office. A.C.Ahlston, Chief Mechanical Engineer. Handwritten on back, Notified successful applicant 27/4/1941.document, memo, railway, memo card. victorian railways. j.h.badham. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Ephemera - LYDIA CHANCELLOR COLLECTION; SPECIALTY DATE BOOK 1966
A small booklet titled 'Specialty Date Book 1966.' The front cover has a picture of a colourful village. The booklet has a page for each month. It is a complimentary item from Edgars Authorised Newsagency Hargraves Street, Bendigo. Phone: 3-4738. 'Your Hallmark Specialty Card Centre.'lydia chancellor, collection, diary, calendar, newsagency, newsagent, ephemera, momentoes -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, Jennifer Eileen Peters, Making chatter matter : understanding language impairment within a multilingual environment, 2006
Chapters: Language & Communication; Historical Perspective: Learning; Language use in Multilingual Malaysia; Language Impairment; Descriptions of Linguistic Categories; Effects of Language Impairment; Strategies to enhance Early Communication Skills; Teaching your Child; Suggested Activities that can promote Language Development; Frequently Asked QuestionsB&w illustrationslanguage and learning, language impairment, sociolinguistics -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Programme - Souvenir program
Recognition of service by Bendigo Citizens of World War II servicemen on return homeBifold souvenir program on stiff card for the welcome home of servicemen by the citizens of Bendigo. Program includes addresses by Mayor, a tableau by 300 school children, ball and sports program. "Bendigo Citizens gratefully acknowledge your service and warmly welcome you home". Saturday July 20th 1949. world war ii, welcome back -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Booklet - FORTUNA COLLECTION: DISCOVER AND EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF THE MAGNIFICENT FORTUNA VILLA
Six pages coloured booklet titled: Discover and explore the history of the magnificent Fortuna Villa. Your tour guide to the history of Fortuna Villa. On the front cover a sepia coloured photograph of Fortuna Villa and five small coloured photographs of the interior and exterior. On the back cover a Fortuna villa chronology.buildings, house, fortuna villa -
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park
Leather Purse and Coins, About 1907
Leather purse with hand written note to "Mrs. Steele" from "Mrs Wright". Also old coins and tokens insitu. Brass clips. Coins; UK 1943 threepence, 2 X UK 1907 halfpenny (one with hole in it), French 1952 twenty franc, USA one cent, UK 1906 one shilling. Card -presented to Miss Steele by her old shop mates. "Bush" March 27, 1907. Newspaper cutting - in back pocket, T.W. Bull, disease reader and herbalist - advertisement. Card: Presented to Miss Steele, by her old shop-mates on the occasion of her leaving for the "BUSH". March 27, 1907. Card: Dear Miss Steele, Please accept this small gift with best wishes for your happiness in your new home. With love N. Wrightleather purse, coins -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Newsletter, No. 187 July 2009
Contents: • Next meeting, Panel Presentation: Stories from Our Files • July Meeting • July Heritage Walk • Josephine Gordon McCormick 1925-2009 • More News • Another Story from Our Files • Items for Your Diary The Shire of Eltham Historical Society was formed in October 1967. The first newsletter of the Society was issued May 1978 and has been published continuously ever since on a bi-monthly basis. With the cessation of the Shire of Eltham in late 1994, the Society's name was revised to Eltham District Historical Society and this name first appeared with issue No. 103, July 1995. The collection of the Society's newsletters provides a valuable resource on the history of the Society's activities, office bearers and committee members, guest speakers and subjects of historical interest pertinent to the former Shire of Eltham and the Eltham District.A4 photocopied newsletter distributed to membersnewsletter, eltham district historical society, shire of eltham historical society -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Faulkner's straw hat and dyers shop, Bay Street, Port Melbourne, 1876
Donated by Charles Lewis. Elizabeth Faulkner made straw hats and dyed gloves to match your costume, whereas her husband William was a carpenter who specialised in organs. The position of the shop was later occupied by one of the two Building Societies.Small faded Sepia photo of Faulkner's straw hat and dyers shop in Bay Street on east side between Bridge and Liardet. With Elizabeth and William Faulkner in front, picket fence and pepper trees to south east.built environment - commercial, faulkner, dyer's hat shop -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - BENDIGO BUTTER FACTORY & BCM COLLECTION: BUTTER WRAPPERS
BCM, Bendigo certified milk butter wrapper. Green & Red printed oval stamp containing "BCM, Choicest Pasteurised Pure Creamery Butter". Printed green rectangle contains "spread health on your bread". This butter is prepared from the Best Rich cream from Bendigo and District Farms.organization, business, butter factory, bendigo milk industry -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - JENNY FOLEY COLLECTION: HORSE DELIVERY
Bendigo Advertiser "the way we were" from 1999. Horse delivery: Don Murray's Grocers was situated at the corner of Mitchell and Queen Streets in Bendigo. More than 50 years ago, the Murray's Grocers' motto was "when in a hurry, ring Don Murray" or "for your order on time, ring 919".newspaper, bendigo advertiser, the way we were -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - AILEEN AND JOHN ELLISON COLLECTION: THE WESTERN HORIZON
The Western Horizon of Victoria Australia. A pictorial presentation of the resources and development of Victoria's western district. Australian publicity council, 405 Collins Street, Melbourne. The book has 112 pages. On the inside title a dedication: to Brian with best wishes for your 17th birthday from the Rogers, 22/05/59.books, atlases, western victoria -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Ephemera - LYDIA CHANCELLOR COLLECTION: K.P. & A.M. ROBERTSON
An illustration of a mountain scene on light wood. Originally there was a calendar hanging from the scene. Above the illustration are the words - 'With Compliments from K.P. & A.M. Robertson. Your Family Butcher. 81 View Street, Bendigo Phone 3 6028. Friendly Service - Top Quality Meat - Orders Delivered Free.'bendigo, business, butcher, lydia chancellor collection, collection, k.p. & a.m. robertson, industries, business, bendigo, butcher