"BARAMBAH A37 HMAT" Australian Government / 1912 built as the "Hobart" a cargo steamship for/ the German-Australian line, Hamburg. In 1914 seized at Melbourne and refitted as a Troop transport, renamed "Barambah" and given the prefix A37. Remained in such capacity until 23 May 1918 then transferred to Commonwealth Government Line of Steamers fleet. In early 1925 sold to North German Lloyd, Bremen and renamed "Justin", until scrapped May 1935. The original photograph was by J.E. Barnes of Kew who was also known as the embarkation photographer ( see also Kew Historical Society entries on Vic Collections) This photograph of significance and interest as it is believed to be Port Melbourne in 1914 quite close to the Mission to Seamen at PM who may have had the mission facilities used by the crew of this ship. It shows: the nature of a small steamship used for troop movement 1914, also some of the family groups gathered to farewell loved ones departing for action during WW1. The engineers of the Barambah donated money to the Mission in 1917 (Jottings)Black and white landscape orientation photographic print of steam ship at dock with crowds of people waiting dockside. The print is housed in a plain black frame with glazing, mountboard support with composite board backing 4 removable clips and hanging system composite backing with angled freestanding foot.printed Label on back of print and handwritten label on back of frame: " BARAMBAH / A37 HMAT / Australian Government / 1912 built as the Hobart a cargo steamship for/ the German-Australian line, Hamburg...." (see also History and Significance this record for full details)s.s. hobart, s.s. justin, troop embarkation ww1, j.e. barnes, a37 hmat, s.s. barambah

This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people 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. Folk-Lore and Legends Germany Publisher: W W Gibbings Date: 1889Label on spine cover with typed text R.H. 398 FOL Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service Front loose endpaper has a stamp from Corangamite Regional Library Service warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, folk-lore and legends germany

Said to have been brought home by Private Sweatman 22nd Battalion AIF. WWI German uniform belt buckle, rectangle shape made from alloy GOTT MIT UNS with crown

Letter dated 28 January 1877, written in German in reference to Detlef Mackelmann.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, detlef mackelmann, h schott

Letter, written in German, dated 25 January 1877 in reference to Detlef Moeckelmann.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, detlef moeckelmann, d brinckmann

The Certificate Translation: "Praise the Lord in His Holy Kingdom. All (everyone, everything) praise the Lord." To Pastor F. Leypoldt, Highly esteemed Sir, "We the undersigned for the whole German Lutheran community of Bendigo wish you together with your loving family heartfelt congratulations on your 25 years anniversary. Most heartfelt wishes." Signed by 11 members of the (presumably) Board of management of the Lutheran Church. Some of the names: Wilhelm Scheuffele - farmer, winegrower from Epsom, george Junck - Master builder from Hamburg, Heinrich Holtorf - Hotel keeper, Holtorf's Hotel Hight st Sandhurst, Heinrich Germann - early drapery business of Balsille and Germann, one time organist of the church.Lutheran (German) Church Framed Certificate - Glass frame photo of the Bendigo Lutheran Church given by the board of management to Pastor F. Leypoldt. Certificate has, in the centre a photo of the church, a photo of the Pastor and 11 portraits of the Board of Management. bendigo history, sandhurst, lutheran german church, penny school

Straight razors were once the principal method of manual shaving, they have been largely overshadowed by the safety razor and electric razors.A straight razor with an ivory coloured bakelite handle. the blade folds back into the handle'RELIANCE - WALDOO ERN 1683 Made in Germanygrooming ern-carl razors-straight

Ski boots, used for downhill skiing, were made with big metal clips to secure the boot onto the foot and ankle. The attachment was used to hang the boots to dry. The bindings used to attach the skis to the boots required the boots to be designed to fit. Historical: Downhill ski boots change with the development of technology. Classic, vintage, leather, black, downhill ski boots. They have a heavy plastic sole and metal clips. The boots are lined with fawn and brown leather. There are 2 clips around the ankle and 3 across the foot. There is an attachment on the sole with a quick release metal ankle spring clip. The attachment has a blue fabric looped strap at the toe for hanging. PS 2000 Kasinger 7 Made in Germanysport, snow, ski, downhill skiing, boots, winter, kastinger

Printed coloured photographic postcard. Image is of a body of water with rocks and a bare branched tree in the foreground. Mountains are in the background. The words Derwentwater and Skiddaw are printed in white along the bottom edge. Reverse is addressed to Miss G Dean Glen Alvie Queenscliff. Handwriting covers the left hand side.BB London Series No G8 Printed in Germanypostcard

1 stainless Steel metal forcep with curved end"Germany Stainless" "nopa AA 1817/14"curved artery forceps, crile forcepts

Metal retractor with set screw 8" (20cm)"STAINLESS STEEL" "RAMSAY" ""MEDICON / GERMANY" "12"gag, mouth gag, surgical instrument, oral and tonsil instrument

St kilda beach small crowd of children and donkeyscolour postcardDonkeys on the Sand, St Kilda, Printed in Germany

Soft bristle brush with green handle . The handle has a cream top.Pure Bristle. Guarantee Vulcanised|Made in Germany.personal effects-toilet requisites, shaving

These notes were distributed by the Japanese Government to occupied territories during WWII. Collection of 18 Japanese Government bank notes. Paper notes with variations of blue, purple, brown, green and black text and decoration. Languages of denomination include German, Spanish, English.japanese government money, japanese occupation money, invasion money

Cut throat razor, "Cuckoo' Brand, with a black tortoise shell handle, contained in a brown tortoise shell case Cuckoo Brand, Made in Germany (see photo)personal care, shaving, razor

Book

Military cap dating from 1966, possibly worn by military personnel in West Germany.This cap is significant as an example of military headwear dating to 1960’s West Germany. Olive drab coloured forage or side cap lined with matching colored fabric. Cap has a flap on each side which may be unfolded. Side flaps are joined by by strip of fabric (all one piece), across the front of the cap which when extended, may form a covering for the mouth area. Flap may be secured with a silver stud button attached to each side of cap. Front of cap displays West German roundel in black, red, and yellow set in olive coloured diamond shaped piece of fabric. Off-white manufacturer’s label on inside, sewn to lining with white thread. Cap is size 54. On inside of hat: (in red) BAMBERGER MUTZEN INDUSTRIE (in black) US12d/22/15565/0028 IX/1966 /5 54 8405-12-138-8897

Coloured map of Paderborn Germany, Presented to the German Heritage Society, Bendigo on 17.1.1995 by the most Reverend J.J.Degenhardt D.D.Archbishop of Paderborn on his visit to Bendigo with the Reverend Monsignor B.Kresing. Vicar-General, Paderborn and Rev. Father M.Reitemeier. (Chaplain)map, maps-germany-paderborn-german heritage society

A thumb tack, push pin or drawing pin is a short nail or pin used to fasten items to a wall or board for display and intended to be inserted by hand, generally without the assistance of tools. A variety of names are used to refer to different designs intended for various purpose. Edwin Moore invented the "push-pin" in 1900 and founded the Moore Push-Pin Company. Moore described the push-pin as a pin with a handle. Later, in 1904, in Lychen, German clockmaker Johann Kirsten invented flat-headed thumb tacks for use with drawings. A thumb tack has two basic components: the head, often made of plastic, metal or wood, and the body, usually made of steel or brass. The head is wide to distribute the force of pushing the tack in, allowing only the hands to be used. Many head designs exist: flat, domed, spherical, cylindrical and a variety of novelty heads. Cardboard box with sliding insert that contained 3 Doz. GURA Brand Thumb Tacks On box ; MADE IN GERMANY / BEST / QUALITY / 3 doz. / THUMB-TACKS / Pin will / not pass / through the head / GURA / Trade Mark