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Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Tales by Musaeus Tieck Richter Vol 2
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. Tales by Musaeus Tieck Richter Vol 2 Translated from the German by Thomas Carlyle Publisher: Chapman & Hall Date: 1874Label on spine cover with typed text R.H.833 CAR Front loose endpaper has in hand writing " Frank Shann July 11, 1901"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, tales by musaeus tieck richter vol 2, thomas carlyle -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Postcard - Postcard - Percy Street Portland Victoria, n.d
Postcard, hand coloured. View of Percy St, taken from Julia St intersection, looking north. Postcard printed in Germany.Front: 'Percy Street, Portland' white script on black lower edge of postcard -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Razor
Cut-throat razor, White bone handle, "Magnetic Platypus Extra Hollow Ground", Made in Germany by Oswald- Solingen. With Boxflagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, cut-throat razor, oswald- solingen, magnetic platypus extra hollow ground -
Federation University Historical Collection
Postcard - colour, "Tommy At Home in German Dug-Outs, c1916
Most probabaly purchased by Harry Holmes.World War One official war postcard showing English soldiers in german dug-outs during World War One.world war one, harry holmes, dug outs, troops, english dugouts -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - STRAUCH COLLECTION: GERMAN HERITAGE SOCIETY VISIT TO TATURA
German Heritage Society Bendigo, Visit to Tatura Sunday 14th November 1993, 3 parts, with black & white photographs and maps.organization, club / society, german heritage, victoria-history-tatura-ww2-german -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - POSTCARD BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO: MARYBOROUGH
POSTCARD BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO -Town hall , Post Office & Court House Maryborough / H. Harstedt , Maryborough . Printed in Germanypostcard, photograph, various themes, -town hall , post office & court house maryborough / h. harstedt , maryborough . printed in germany -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - POSTCARD BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO RAILWAY STATION MARYBOROUGH
POSTCARD BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO RAILWAY STATION MARYBOROUGH/ old buildings /reverse side ' H. Harstedt , Maryborough . Printed in Germanypostcard, photograph, various themes, railway station maryborough/ ' h. harstedt , maryborough . printed in germany -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Accessory - GERMAN JAEGER PIPE
White ceramic German Jaeger or Hunters pipe with gilding and black script reading H Schutt Stellanden 14th Febr 1852.personal effects, smoking accessories, pipe -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - ANCIENT ORDER OF FORESTERS NO. 3770 COLLECTION: CORRESPONDENCE
Letter, dated 6 April 1875 referring to Detlef Moeuklemann. Letter is written in German and has red seal. Signed by ? Gangstorff.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, detlef moeukelmann, gangstorff -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - ACC LOCK COLLECTION: BAILLEUL - RUE DE LILLE AFTER FIRST GERMAN BOMBARDMENT, POSTCARD, 1914-1918
Postcard, WW1, B&W image of damaged buildings facing the Rue de Lille at Bailleul, after the first German bombardment.postcard, postcard, ww1, france, bailleul, ruins, rue de lille -
Dutch Australian Heritage Centre Victoria
Drinking Mug (Melk Beker)
Liberation Day still looms large in the Dutch consciousness and would have done even more so a mere 10 years after the event. All kinds of commemorative articles were produced.A smallish mug used for drinking milk. It is decorated with items celebrating 10 years since the Liberation from German occupation. There is no handle.Dutch coat of arms including the words "Je Maintiendrai" (I will overcome) - all in orange. Two flags protrude - seemingly from the lions' paws. The reverse view shows a colourful scene of celebrating children one of of whom is being carried by an Allied Armies soldier. A pennant has the words:"1945 5MEI 1955" in orange. Below the scene are the words "10e BEVRIJDINGSDAG" (10th Liberation Day) in blue. -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Photograph, Helmut Weigold
Helmut was the son of internees Wilhelm and Margaret Weigold, Camp 3 during WW2.Black and white photograph of Helmut Weigold in traditional German jacket, straight fringe haircut, bottom button ii with circle around it1943helmut weigold, german traditional costume, wilhelm weigold, margaret weigold -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Badge - military
Found at Camp13 site, post war, by wartime guardMetal German paratroopers dual badge depicting a leaf design around outer edge and a swastika. A flying eagle in the centre of the badge.numismatics, badges -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Insignia - Africa Korps, 1940,s
German Afrika Corp insignia (Eagle over swastika) North Africa WW2. Mounted on cellophane onto a black paper backgroundnumismatics, badges -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, From Hamburg to Hobsons Bay, 1999
List of passengers on the ship 'Emmy', which left Germany on 5 September 1849 for Port Phillip and arrived on 19 December 1849.List of passengers on the ship 'Emmy', which left Germany on 5 September 1849 for Port Phillip and arrived on 19 December 1849.List of passengers on the ship 'Emmy', which left Germany on 5 September 1849 for Port Phillip and arrived on 19 December 1849.germans in australia, "emmy" -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Decorative object - Trench Art container
From the Collection of the Mitcham RSL Sub Branch which closed on 16 January 2014An oval shaped container decorated wih bullets and a uniform button on the hindged lid. Inside are stones, shrapnel and a half of a German Badge. -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Photograph - Photograph - Black and White, August Ritzau and Charlotte Benneckendorf
Black and white photograph of German born August and Charlotte Benneckendorf. They sailed to Australia from Hamburg and raised their family at Yandoit Hill.august ritzau, charlotte ritzau, charlotte bennekendorf, yandoit -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
WWII Miniature set of 5 Medals
This object relates to Charles Forrester BETHUNE. He was born on 23/03/1917 in Garden Vale, VIC. Charles Forrester served in the ARMY (VX48411) enlisting on, 09/08/1940 in Armadale, VIC before being discharged (on death) from duties with the 2/22 AUST INF BATTALION as a Army Non-Commissioned Private (PTE) on 01/07/1942. Charles Forrester BETHUNE was a prisoner of war. Date of death, 1/7/1942. His next of kin is M BETHUNE. Charles Bethune was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Australia Service Medal 1939-1946, Pacific Star, War Medal 1939-1945.1939-45 Star; France & Germany Star; Aus Defence Medal; War Medal 1939-45; Aus Service Medalsecond world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, medals, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Mt Dandenong & District Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Peace Memorial Plaque FiveWays, Kalorama c1994, c1994
Close up shows the names of local volunteers in the AIF. Note: 'Peace of 1919". Official peace with Germany was June 29th, 1919.fiveways, peace memorial -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Work on paper - German regiments
These images came with other memorabilia from former 6481 Private S G Carley who served as a divisional observer with HQ 1st Division in France WWI.A collection of four coloured pictures of caps, epaulets and sword knots used to distinguish WWI German regiments, all glued to a board.german, regiment, carley, wwi -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
Photo HMAS Una
Photo of HMAS Una renamed after capture in New Guinea in 1914 formerly known as German Ship Komet. With story attached.photo, ran -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Newspaper - The Sun Newspaper Dated 15/6/1040 - My WarPart 7 - German s March into Paris, Local Newspaper with coverage of World War 2 dated 15/6/1949
Local Newspaper covering News of World War 2 - Special - My War Part 7The Sun Local Newspaper coverage of World War 2 - Special -My War Part 7The Sun Newspaper with coverage of World War 2 Events - My War Part 7German March into Paris - French Troops Withdrawn To Prevent Ruin of Capital - Parisgermans march into paris - french troops withdrawn to prevent damage to capial -
J. Ward Museum Complex
Instrument - Mayo-Simpsons Self-Retaining Retractor, Jetter Scheerer, c.1930
The Mayo-Simpson (Adams) Retractor is designed with ring-handles and U-shaped blades that curve outward. This device can be moved up and down the shaft of the centre blade that it connects to, which can be removed if needed. This self-retaining retractor is primarily used for procedures such as appendectomy, carotid endarterectomy and brain surgery.Jetter Scheerer Germany Crown, sceptre and snake in shape of S logo designsurgery, surgical procedure, medical instrument -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Weapon - 1855 Pattern Sappers and Miners Lancaster Sword Bayonet, Carl Reinhard KIRSCHBAUM, 1855 Pattern Sapper and Miners Lancaster Sword Bayonet, 1855
This bayonet and scabbard was made for the Charles Lancaster .577 calibre Oval Bore Carbine and was known as the Pattern 1855 'Sappers and Miners' bayonet because they were designed for use by the Corps of British Royal Sappers & Miners. The first model Sappers and Miners bayonet appeared in 1841 and differs significantly from this type. Pattern 1855 bayonets were issued to some volunteer units of the Victorian defence forces in the late 1850s, Stylised beaked-brass pommel with T- shaped attachment slot. A steel press stud operates the locking catch via a steel leaf spring on right side of hilt. Two-piece black chequered leather grips. Left grip has four small steel rivets, right grip three rivets and the leaf spring securing screw. Brass cross-guard with formed muzzle ring. Long single-edged, pipe backed, quill pointed 24 inch (615mm) steel blade. Original leather scabbard with brass locket and chape.Knight's Head stamping of the German Solingen-based firm Carl Reinhard KIRSCHBAUM bayonet, victorian defence forces, lancaster carbine -
Cheese World Museum
Coathanger, prior to 1973
The Percy Uebergang family lived at Tooram Park, Allansford from 1912 until 1992. Percy and Myrtle Uebergang's children were twins, Ray and Joyce born in 1926 who lived at Tooram Park until their deaths, Ray in 1986 and Joyce in 1992. Neither Ray nor Joyce married and following the death of her brother Joyce set up the Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation which supports the local community. This coathanger is part of the collection of items given into the care of the Cheese World Museum. Cramond and Dickson was a large department store located on the corner of Liebig and Timor Streets Warrnambool trading from 1856 to 1973.Orange varnished curved wooden coat hanger with wire hook damaged on one endBlack ink engraving -Tailors & Outfitters Cramond & Dickson Warrnambool/ Made in Germanywarrnambool, cramond & dickson, uebergang, germany, coathanger -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Instrument - Fob Watch, 1940-60s
Fob (or pocket) watches were developed in Europe in the 16th century and gained wide usage during the mid 18th century until World War 1 when the wristwatch was invented. These watches were designed to be carried in a small pocket and attached through the means of a 'fob' which could be a chain or made from a variety of materials such as leather. Their popularity peaked in the nineteenth century where they were an important part of middle and lower class society as well.This item is of social significance as fob / pocket watches were valued as an essential object in all levels of society. For some occupations, such as the railroads, it was a necessary tool of the job. Steel York Lever open face pocket / fob watch dated between 1940-1960. The dial has an inner pewter circle, outer minute divisions and a circular insert and hand to show the seconds. The numbers are finely edged with a black line and the hands are two coloured. The back of the watch is patterned with fine lines and three rectangle shapes. The words 'ANTIMAGNETIC' are on the front of the watch. Anti-magnetic watches began to be made at the beginning of the 20th century as mechanical watches were affected by magnetic fields. The 'lever' set on watches was a requirement for railroad watches. It required a two step process for the hands to be adjusted. The front dial of the watch has the words 'YORK LEVER', 'ANTIMAGNETIC' and 'MADE IN GERMANY'. flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, warrnambool, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, fob watch, pocket watch, watch, horology, time keeper, york lever, anti-magnetic, made in germany -
Stanley Athenaeum & Public Room
Functional object - Lamp, Gas Lamp
Blue cylinder shape gas bottle. 'Companion' brand - Sievert. Frosted glass with beige painted top. Chrome carry handles. 2 knobs on feeder pipe. Gas bottle has writing : Type 3967 TP 480 lbs PSI C 169107 5 68. Water cap 5lbs 5oz. Tare weight 4 lbs 9oz. Made in Aust. AS no B115-240Jenner Simplex Glass Schott & Gen, Mainz, made in Germany on frosted glass. -
South West Healthcare
Ear Piercing, Medical Equipment
Boxed stainless steel spring loaded device with hinged arm; 2 needles; 3 cork attachments."GERMANY" on device. Box lid; "MC36-755-12", "EAR PIERCING SET" ear piercing instrument, piercing, -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Equipment - Survival equipment
Circular metal fishing line with hooks and sindkrs in orange cardboard folder.(11,829) Fisherman powerised perlon fishing line on white plastic reel (30 yards).(11829.1) Small coil of fine wire (all found in pilot's pockets) (11829.2)Fisherman Brand - Powerised Perlon. HIghest quality exceptional strength. Made in Germanysurvival equipment -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, Made by internee camp 3 tatura, Chronik Des Internier Ung Slager, 1940
Collection of articles printed by internees eg Liederbuch (song book), poetry and chronik der Deutschen internier unk Slager in Australien 5 June 1940 to 15 December 1940Hard bound hard covered dark red cloth book. Cover features hand drawn, in ink picture of barbed wire and bayonet like blade with title over written in red ink. Initials JWG in bottom right hand corner. Has red end papers.German words and signature dated 23/4/41 on back end paperhedlik docke, chronik, liederbuch, camp 1 tatura, internee poetry