Frank Wright was a renown resident of Smeaton, where he was born. 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.A black and white photo of a man in a suit, cap and bow tie leaning on a ship's wheel. The man is Frank Wright.frank wright

Large Oar, wooden, white painted blade with brass capping, unrestored, 401.5cm x 14.2cm x 6cmflagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village

Large Bottle Cap Press The Lever seems to not work properly Foot Pedal still seems to work perfectlyNone to be seen

Glass wound irrigating syringes were in general use from approximately 1915 to the beginning of the 1940s.Mary Howlett (1840-1922) began practising as a country midwife in 1866 in the western district of Victoria. She qualified as a 'ladies monthly nurse' in 1887 and continued to practise as a nurse and midwife until 1920. She began her six months training at the Melbourne Lying-In Hospital. She was known by many as 'Auntie', and her career spanned more than 50 years. Mrs Howlett's midwifery box and contents were given to Dr Frank Forster, and he donated them to the museum collection in 1993. Glass wound syringe, with wood cap at distal end and cork bung inside a glass barrel with tapered end. irrigation, midwifery

The churn was used by Elise Weston (nee Trahair) at Barwidgee Creek and Myrtleford in the immediate post-war period. Prior to this time it was in the possession of the Trahair family on their family farm where a small dairy herd met family requirements.The churn represents an aspect of self sufficient living in rural areas outside township boundaries. It assisted households to meet family needs using simple processing technology and more so when surplus butter could be sold on in local markets.An upright clear-glass butter churn with screw-on metal cap, handle and gears. The churn mechanism is fully enclosed. "Daisy" brand with "3Qt" inscribed in the glass.glass butter churn

The Ballarat Cenotaph commemorates those who died in service or were killed in action in WWI and WWI. The cenotaph was unveiled by the Governor, Sir Dallas Brooks on the 24th November 1949 in front of a crowd estimated to be between 3000 and 4000 people. It was made possible through donations bolstered by an ANZAC Day radio appeal.The Ballarat Centotaph is of historical significance to the people of BallaratSandstone obelisk with inscribed lettering and bronze decorative elements attached to two sides and copper cap at the top of the memorial.OUR GLORIOUS DEADcenotaph, our glorious dead

ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPH OF PTE. GEORGE WILTON PARKINSON WEARING ARMY UNIFORM OF WORLD WAR 1- NO BADGES OR CAP.PTE. GEORGE WILTON PARKINSON 11TH BATTALION KEEP THISlocal history, photography, photographs, military

BLACK & WHITE TONED ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPH OF SGT. J.F.CAMPBELL.M.M.301. 8TH BATT. A.I.F. CAP AND COLLAR BADGES.SGT. J.F. CAMPBELL . M.M.local history, photography, photographs, military

An iron wrench used to tighten caps nuts of wooden wagon wheels. On the other end to loosen smaller nuts.trades, wheelwrighting

Photograph is part of a collection from the Presentation Sisters, Mount Carmel Convent.Black and white portrait photograph, mounted on cardboard, of a young woman posing in an academic cap and gown, holding a book.On back of photo: "M. Boyle" Below the photo, on the mount: "Vincent Kelly Bendigo"mt carmel convent, presentation sisters, mount carmel convent, boyle

Black and white photograph of Alwyn Till wearing a cap and standing in the garden in front of a weatherboard house. Inscription: 'Alwyn'.inscription: 'Alwyn'.till, alwyn

Sarah Jane Ellis was matron of the Ballarat Female Refuge, Scott's Parade, from 1906 until 31 May 1921. The Ballarat Female Refuge was established in Grant Street by a group of 26 women in 1867. Caselli designed the building in Scott's Parade and unmarried mothers were catered for in this residence from 1884 until 1941. The Alexandra Babies' Home was built adjacent to the Refuge and opened in 1909. The Babies' Home closed in 1973.A woman in white apron and cap. She is Sarah Jane Ellis was matron of the Ballarat Female Refuge (1906-1921)sarah ellis, ballarat female refuge, caselli, alexandra babies' home

Worn by Laurence Spelling. Laurie Spelling joined the ambulance service in the early 1970s and completed various training courses at the Ambulance Officer's Training Centre. He was employed by the Peninsula Ambulance Service and later qualified as a paramedic and was MICA coordinator. In the period 1999-2003 he was area manager for Rural Ambulance Victoria.White peaked cap with red and white checker band and braiding on peak. Ambulance Service Victoria badge at front. Ambulance Service Victorialaurie spelling

Has a strong association with Dave Kellett.Digital image of Dave Kellett in SEC uniform 1950s with his bicycle outside a house - Cap badge No. 67.On the photograph rear in ink "Dave early 1950's 67"trams, tramways, uniforms, secv, drivers, conductors

Part of Captain William Robertson Collection who was an instructor/officer in the RoyalAaustralian Naval Reserve2 navy cap ribbons :- 1 with "HMAS Cerberus" and 1 with "Royal Australian Naval Reserve" printed on themHMAS Cerberus. Royal Australian Naval Reservelocal history, uniforms, navy, robertson, mr or captain william, port fairy naval reserve, s.s.casino, belfast and koroit steam navigation company, hat accessories

Used by jockeys and competitive horse riders to control horse to urge them to go faster.Manufactured and Sold by Holden and Frost CA1900Tapered shaft, cotton mesh cover. On one end a 50mm leather strap on other end a steel capequine, whip, crop

Slender glass bottle of castor oil (half full) with yellowing label in poor condition and a metal screw on cap.On label: "Finest quality castor oil. Medicinal or internal use. Dose: Children: one or two teaspoonfuls according to age. Adults: one dessertspoonful, more as required. 5 fl.oz.". On base: "2 GM M, F 594".bottles, medicinal containers

Photograph of the Member of the 6th Battalion Disembark at ANZAC after seeing action at Cap Heller, 7th May 1915

Mary Hepbuirn (or Hepburn) married Henry Francis in 1857, and they had nine children. In the 1870s they acquired land south-west of Linton, where they lived and farmed for many years. They called their property "Newland".Black and white copy of original photograph of an older lady seated in a wheelchair, dressed in black, featuring a fancy cap.mrs henry francis (née mary hepbuirn or hepburn)

3rd Division cricket competition 57/60 BN premiers 1940 citizens committee Geo. Pizzey & son ltd + 11 other sponsors. Double handled with dragon head caps on handles., black based and tiered lid. Inscription engraved into front of trophy 3rd Division Cricket Competition 57/60 BN. -Premiers 1940- Citizens Committee Geo.Pizzey & Son Ltd Messrs H.Byron Moore Day & Journeaux Cox Bros/Aust./LTD Victoria Amateur Turf club A.W.Allen Ltd. G.N. Raymond Tty Ltd Felt and Textiles of Australia Ltd Broken Hill Propriatry Coy Ltd Carreras Ltd Pelaco Ltd 3 D B Bonehead College Kiwi Polish Pty Ltfregimental property, 57/60 bn, ww2, trophy, cricket, 3rd division

Pen produced by Sheaffer for the 100th anniversary of the Transport Friendly Society (TFS) - 1888 to 1988.Demonstrates souvenir item produced for the 100th anniversary of the Transport Friendly Society. Pen - ball point - off white base with a removable cap fitted with a pocket clip, within a card box.souvenirs, tfs, mutual benefit society, mutual funds, centenaries

Item issued to Max Matheson No 418447, refer Cat No 1959 for his service details.Blue RAAF peak cap. Front insignia Crown over gold coloured wings above a feather emblem.uniforms airforce, numismatics-badges-military

Grey metal, oval shaped water bottle, no cap, no stop. AIF Rising Sun & crown etched on front.Etched on front: “ADVANCE AUSTRALIA FAIR”container, water, bottle

HistoricColour photo, Close-up of capping of old Crown goldmine, deSoza Park, by City of Ballarat, June 1997.desoza park, crown mine

World War 2.Booklet - Paper, Black and white print and sketches, 15 pages.COLES, present "Knitting for the Forces" Containing complete knitting instructions for 3 pullovers, cardigan, Balaclava, Mittens, socks, scarf, skull cap.booklet, knitting patterns, ww2

This is one of a series of eighteen plaques which commemorated some of the winner of the Grand Annual Steeplechase which is held each year in Warrnambool. The first Grand Annual was held in 1872 as the Warrnambool Handicap Steeplechase. Buxton was the winner in 1963. Local racing steward of 50 years experience, Mr Frank Beattie, ranks the performance of buxton as among the best. He won the Brierly steeplechase on the Tuesday of the 3 day race meeting and won the grand Annual two days later ridden by jockey Noel Cole. This series of plaques were painted by local artist Leslie Lamey and were originally in the members enclosure at the Warrnambool RacecourseThese items relate to a significant part of Warrnambool's sporting and social history..1 Painted white rectangular tin plaque with rolled edges with painting of jockeys silks and cap. The colours are green brown and yellow in opposing squares on the front with brown sleeves. The cap is yellow. Six holes are around the edge. .2 Galvanised rectangular brass plate with engraved black text .1 Buxton and Hoadsville in red and black texta on back of plaque. .2 Mr & Mrs K Bullock BUXTON Winner of the Grand Annual Steeplechase 1963.warrnambool, grand annual steeplechase, noel cole, buxton

This is one of a series of plaques which commemorated some of the winners of the Grand Annual Steeplechase which is held each year in Warrnambool. It is the longest race at a public course in Australia.The first Grand Annual was held in 1872 as the Warrnambool Handicap Steeplechase. This series of plaques were painted by local artist Leslie Lamey and were originally in the members enclosure at the Warrnambool Racecourse. This plaque notes the win of horse Spring Fortune (NZ) in 1987. These items relate to a significant part of Warrnambool's sporting and social history..1 Painted white rectangular tin plaque with rolled edges with painting of jockey's silks and cap. The colours are green and blue in opposing squares on the front with blue sleeves. The cap is green with white lines. . Six holes are around the edge. .2 Galvanised rectangular metal plate with engraved text. .1 SPRING FORTUNE .2 Messers K.T. MYERS J. McLEOD & T.F. DANAHER SPRING FORTUNE (NZ) WINNER OF THE GRAND ANNUAL STEEPLECHASE 1987 warrnambool grand annual steeplechase, spring fortune