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Robin Boyd Foundation
Book, Norval Morris, Maconochie's Gentlemen, 2002
Hardcover w/ Dust Jacket1x postcard inserted inside front cover, Getty Museum, LA Dated April 5 2001 with greeting. 1x Greeting card inserted inside front cover, UK National Trust, with Greetingfiction history norfolk island, convict, walsh st library -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - CORRESPONDENCE: (1984) JOHN GRIMSON LETTER 1856, 1984
Correspondence (1984) re John Grimson letter 1856 from Doreen and Douglas Ward, Suffolk Genealogy Society, England. Correspondence relates to reaction to the Wards publishing request for help in Geelong Advertiser re descendants of Grimson. Reference to this being only one of other letters that were presumably in the hands of the Ward family at that time. Correspondence is addressed to 'Dear Sir' and envelope to 'The Archivist' ''Dudley House''. See 2770.2Doug Wardperson, individual, grimson, dudlley house -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - BENDIGO'S LOST MINERS 1852 - 2001, 2008
Bendigo's Lost Miners 1852 - 2001, a collection of over 850 biographies and accident reports with copies of some inquest reports, mine managers reports, applications for graves and other documents with regard to the deaths of men, boys and one woman who were killed in Bendigo's mines from 1852 to 2006. Published by Australian Institute of Genealogical Studies Bendigo area, 381 pages with photographs, illustrations and maps.John Kellybendigo, mining, deaths, bendigo - history - gold mines - bendigo gold miners, mine accidents. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Accessory - BELT, CEREMONIAL, Hobson & Son, Royal Corps of Transport Ceremonial Belt, 1970 - 1985
These were obtained from the UK then worn by Royal Aust Corps Transport soldiers in Australia.This is a 6.3 cm wide cloth belt. Main colour is dark blue with 2 red and 2 white bands of colour. The belt buckle is a bright silver two piece arrangement. The round centre section of the buckle shows the Royal Corps of Transport Badge.passchendaele barracks trust collection, ract, rct, belt -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, Patons C-1046
This knitting pattern book was published by Patons and Baldwins (UK) and contains a pattern for a knitted jumper.Bulky- / beats the / clock! / C-1046 / 6d / PATONS / Big Ben / KNITTING / V-neck sweater for man or woman / 6 sizes 34-44 inches / P&B / WOOLSknitting handicrafts - history, patons and baldwins limited, knitting, handicrafts - history -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, Sirdar 5379: chunky
This pattern book was produced by Sirdar Limited (UK) and contains a knitting patterns for a womens cardigan.SIRDAR / 32-38" / 5379 / Chunky / 25 CENTSknitting handicrafts - history, harrap bros. (sirdar wools) ltd, knitting, handicrafts - history -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Document - Stepto, Alyce Muriel
This file contains two major sets of items A typed genealogical family listing (incomplete) for Alice Muriel Stepto (nee Wood) covering a period 1857 to 1978 Stepto photographs – back to back mounted photographs of the infant Alice Muriel Wood, all undated. Two by Elliot and Co. in approximately 1889 (guess estimate). Two by MendelsJohn and Co. Queens Walk Melbourne in approximately 1890 (guess estimate)wood alice muriel, stepto alice muriel, wood frederick george, blackwall alice, elliot and company, mendelsjohn, stepto edward brolon, stepto alyce muriel, wood alyce muriel, blackwell alyce -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, Patons All Time Greats
This book was owned by the late Dr Elizabeth Kerr and was donated to the Museum by the executor of her estate, Margaret Cameron. It was produced by Patons and Baldwins (UK) in 1974 and contains womens knitting patterns taken from old Patons books and from Stitchcraft (the monthly UK craft publication controlled by Patons) from the 1930s-1950s.186 / 30p / PATONS / ALL TIME GREATS / 11 DESIGNS FROM THE 30s TO 50s IN / PATONS PUBLICATIONS & STITCHCRAFTknitting handicrafts - history, patons and baldwins limited, knitting, handicrafts - history -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Model - Model - cardboard - of Melbourne City Circle car SW6 957, David Hawksworth, c2021
Constructed by David Hawksworth of the UK, based on photographs, drawings and sketches of a Melbourne city circle tramcar.Demonstrates model making using cardboard and model parts.Model of Melbourne City circle tram 957 made from cardboard painted or colour photocopied onto cardboard and glued. Has two operable bogies - 30mm gauge. Trolley poles made from a piece of cane.models, tramcars, david hawksworth, city circle, tram 957, melbourne -
Clayton RSL Sub Branch
Diary, Diary from Summer 1945 of Captain George Burling Jarrett, 1945
Journal of the movement of George Burling Jarrett in 1945 from USA through Europe ti the UK.Typed diary from Ordnance expert George Burling JarrettDiary of American Captain George Burling JarrettSummer 1945 diary -
Lilydale RSL Sub Branch
Card - Identity Card (Reproduction), Marshall Cavendish Corporation, 1993
Introduced in 1939 and issued to all UK citizens including Children. The Card was in use until 1952Identity Card -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Document, Ticket Warrnambool Family History Group
This is a ticket for admission to the Warrnambool Family History Group Seminar held at the Hammond Centre, Christ Church, Warrnambool on Saturday 16th May 2015. The Warrnambool Family History Group was established in 1980 for those interested in genealogy and family history. It holds a seminar each year, both as a fund-raising exercise and as a means of disseminating information on the latest developments in researching and recording family history. This ticket was issued to W.F.H.G. member, Barbara McLeod.This ticket is of minor interest as an example of the activities of the Warrnambool Family History GroupThis is a small buff-coloured ticket for admission to the Warrnambool Family History Group Seminar in 2015. It has black printed material on one side with the ticket number recorded in black biro. ‘Warrnambool Family History Group, Admission Ticket, Family History Seminar, Saturday, 16th May 2015, Hammond Centre, Christ Church, Ticket no 5, Price $25 ($20 for members)’warrnambool family history group, hammond centre, christ church, warrnambool -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Award - Trophy, c.1880
Robert Keys,1818-87 b.Ireland, arrived Australia 1841 and joined parents on a farm in Brighton.Victoria. 1870 he commenced his own 15 acre 'fruit garden' in Keys Rd Moorabbin and in 1881-82 was awarded the 'Leader Cup', by the Leader Newspaper, as the Winner of the Brighton Horticultural Society 'Best Fruit Garden' competition. Robert Keys, early settler 1841, was a talented orchardist , Brighton Councillor 1860 and Moorabbin City Coucillor until his death 1887. Item donated by Keys Family c1985 The 1879 Schedule of Prizes booklet of the Brighton Historical Society ( MAV 00022),describes in detail this trophy, prize moneys and rules and regulations of the competition. The booklet, cat. no. 00022, is on display with this trophyThis item is significant because of its connection with the Keys Family who were early settlers in District of Brighton/ Moorabbin and were greatly involved in community activities. After the 1841 Dendy Special Survey allotments of land were sold or rented to pioneer settlers who developed market gardens, fruit farms ( orchards), vineyards, poultry farms in the area now known as Bentleigh, Cheltenham, Oakleigh. They were very proud of their fine produce and hence enthusiastically entered these 'Annual Exhibitions' by the Brighton Horticultural Society.The Sterling Silver goblet shaped Trophy. Base has engraved beaded rim with chevron type motif. Embossed ring midway up stem and fern leaves engraved on bowl of goblet engraved on bowl of goblet " Brighton Horticultural Society/ 1881-82/ Leader Cup/ Awarded To/ Robert Keys/ For Best Fruit Garden/ Brighton District." Hallmarked 'GU', Birmingham, UK. George Unite circa 1880keys robert, trophy, 1881, leader newspaper, leader cup, brighton, horticultural, silver cup, silver, moorabbin, brighton horticultural society -
Bendigo Military Museum
Document - TELEGRAMS
1. Telegram sent by Ron Morrell on safe arrival in Singapore 1942 after transiting from UK. 2. Telegram sent by Ron Morrell after release as POW on arrival in India, transiting home to parents in UK. Ron Morrell - 1/5 Sherwood Foresters, 18th Div No. 4985826. Refer Cat 316, 305P.1. Telegram to home on safe arrival in Singapore. On yellow paper with Cable & Wireless Limited letterhead. 2. Telegram to home on safe arrival in India at end of war. Stamp with date. Faded yellow paper.1. Cable & Wireless Ltd letterhead & passed by Censor stamp. Addressed to parents saying "Well & Safe". 2. Cable & Wireless Ltd letterhead. date stamp of 9 Sep 1945 and stamp of "X2465".ww2, telegrams, pow, changi -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Photograph, undated c.1940s
Methodist Minister. Placements: Geelong West 1913, Ballarat East 1917, Mildura 1921, Horsham1924, Burwood 1929, Northcote 1932, Elsternwick-St. Kilds 1936, Bendigo Forest Street 1941, Coburg & Moreland 1946, Malvern South 1951, Supernumerary Mitcham 1956. Chairman of District 1928, 1941 - 1945; Naval Reserve Chaplain 1940. Financial Secretary of District 1946 - 1950. Born Frosterley Co. Durham in 1886. Died 1973B & W copy of original photograph. Three quarter length studio portrait of Rev.Thomas Hugh Indian wearing Masonic regalia.Thomas Hugh Indian photo from Mrs Laura Indian (Daughter-in-law) -
Seaworks Maritime Museum
Plate
1987: taken over by "Howard Smith UK Ltd" at Hull (GBR) Christening Plate from 'Australia Star'Formerly part of the collection of Howard Smith Ltd.Circular china glazed, cast ceramic christening plate commemorating the christening of 'Australia Star'. A brown and black coloured stencilled image of the ship, it's weight and other text also stencilled onto the front. Blue text is printed around the image. Edges of plate are shaped and feature a gilt edging. Raised decorative moulding is cast into the edges of the plate.1986Christening/ SHI/ AUSTRALIA STAR/ (HULL NO. 1048)/ 95000 DWT/ CRUDE/PRODUCT TANKER/ SEPTEMBER 2, 1986/ HAL INVESTMENTS (SINGAPORE) PTE. LIMITED/ SAMSUNG SHIPBUILDING & HEAVY INDUSTRIES CO., LTD -
Women's Art Register
Book, Toby Clark, Art and Propaganda in the Twentieth Century. The Political Image in the Age of Mass Culture, 1997
Using paintings, posters, photographs, film stills and sculpture the author explores how propaganda art can be determined and defined.Booknon-fictionUsing paintings, posters, photographs, film stills and sculpture the author explores how propaganda art can be determined and defined.war, feminism, installation art -
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 -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus Archives
Newspaper - Newspaper Cutting, The Age, Child Play Areas in New Housing, 1961
Margaret Hendry (Graduated 1948, Staff 1950-1952). Landscape Assistant for the Basildon Development Corporation in Essex, UK.Article in "The Age" September 27, 1961 about Margaret Hendrythe age, margaret hendry, landscape designer, student, basildon development corporation -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Film, David Johncock, "Melbourne Trams & Trains", 2022
DVD filmed and produced by David Johncock of the UK, providing the history of Melbourne Trams and Trains and current vision of 2022. Demonstrates the work of David JohncockDVD - in a clear front black plastic case.melbourne, trams, trains, dvd, films -
Trafalgar Holden Museum
Vehicle - Calibra YE
Designed in Germany as an Opel, but sold in the UK as a Vauxhall, in Australia as a Holden. Elsewhere was also known under the Chevrolet badging.In an effort to introduce a smaller sporty sedan the Calibra was introduced into AustraliaDark blue 2 door sports sedan, with glass sunroof, high polish alloy wheels, body protector on bonnet. Open slot grille. Stop light mounted centre of boot.Round Holden emblem mounted both grille and boot centre. Boot LHS Calibra 16V, RHS HOLDEN badgevehicle, calibra, holden -
Bendigo Military Museum
Booklet - UK NAVY SHIPS, Ginn & Company Ltd
Part of a series of history of the UK. Part of the collection of "Pte David Davies V245464”. For details Refer Cat No. 9955.Light green coloured booklet with 32 white pages inside. Contains 14 Chapters with black writing and some sketches of ships. Covers period of Victorian times to the modern day.david william ralph davies, history, booklet, uk navy -
National Wool Museum
Book - Pattern Book, Patons Knitting Book, No.1091, Patons and Baldwins, 1990s
Eight page knitting pattern book featuring black and white text and colour images. The colour cover features an image of Peanuts cartoon characters Charlie Brown and Lucy van Pelt.front: [printed] 1091 / Patons / PRICE CODE K / PEANUTS R / 4 Knitting / patterns / for children and adults / BY GARY KENNEDY (INTARSIA UK) / PEANUTS Characters: c 1950, 1952 United Features Syndicate, Inc.fashion, design, knitwear, home made, wool, pattern book, patons -
National Wool Museum
Book - Pattern Book, Patons Knitting Book, No.1092, Patons and Baldwins, 1990s
Eight page knitting pattern book featuring black and white text and colour images. The colour cover features an image of Peanuts cartoon characters Snoopy and Woodstock.front: [printed] 1092 / Patons / PRICE CODE K / SNOOPY R / 4 Knitting / patterns / for children and adults / BY GARY KENNEDY (INTARSIA UK) / PEANUTS Characters: c 1958, 1965 United Features Syndicate, Inc.fashion, design, knitwear, home made, wool, pattern book, patons -
RMIT Design Archives
Work on paper - Newsletters, Fashion-Able, 1984
The Fashion Design Council (FDC) was founded by Robert Buckingham, Kate Durham and Robert Pearce in 1983. This issue of the Fashion Design Council of Australia Newsletter describes the role, purpose and motivation of the FDC. It also lists the programme of events for November 1984 - September 1985 and includes minutes of the General Meeting held 16th June 1984. The newsletter was designed by graphic designer, Robert Pearce. The FDC ceased operation in 1983, and its archive of some 1,500 artefacts is held at the RMIT Design Archives.The Fashion Design Council of Australia Newsletter. It describes the role, purpose and motivation of the Fashion Design Council. It also lists the programme of events for November 1984 - September 1985 and incudes minutes of the General Meeting held 16th June 1984.fashion design, australian fashion, graphic design -
Bendigo Military Museum
Administrative record - Australian - United Kingdom Exchange End of Tour Report by WO2 NJ Collins RE 1988, WO2 N.J. Collins RE, 19 April 1988
Contains the 1988 End of Tour Report by WO2 NJ Collins RE , a British Army SNCO on a two year exchange at the Army Survey Regiment, Bendigo A4 size, front cover has a world graphic with Australian and UK Flags superimposed. Each flag has relevant Corps Badges superimposed. Inside front cover has photos of parts of Villa Fortuna. Inside back cover has a list of ex-British Military Survey members presently serving with the Royal Australian Survey Corps.Green Highlight on parts of Pages 7,8 and 11royal australian survey corps, rasvy, fortuna, army survey regiment, army svy regt, asr -
Bendigo Military Museum
Document - CERTIFICATE of TRANSFER, British Army, BRITISH ARMY CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER TO RESERVE ON DEMOB, 1919
Refers to Service of Albert Edwards This is a small sheet of strong paper. It was white paper and the print is in black ink. British Army Form Z.24. It is for MJ/5471 Cpl Edwards, Albert. DOE: 23 Sep 1914 RASC. DOB 1884. MIL trades Motor Lorry Driver, Good NCO. Transferred to Army Reserve (UK) 20 Apr 1919. Certificate NR 106843. Stamped RASC. Woolwich Dockyard.ww1, certificate of transfer -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPHS: Photos of stained glass windows, Rats of Tobruk, c.1950 - 2000
See Dean Cat 4575P1-3 Coloured Photos of window and surrounds in a church. The window depicts Christ giving a blessing. At the top is a white dove, Below that is Rats of Tobruk Badge under which are places of Poland, UK, Australia, Czech. At the bottom are two steel helmeted men looking up at Christ. 4-5 Are newspaper cuttings of the same window. Black and White.The wording at the bottom states:- "In the Glory of God, And to the memory of those who served in the seige of Tobruk. May the Peace and Freedom they defended be reflected in the Light of the World.church windows, rats of tobruk -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Calculator, Course & Speed, E.R Watts & Son London Pty Ltd
Course and Speed calculator used as a navigational aid by Air Force pilots to calculate aircraft relative groundspeed whilst allowing for wind speed and direction. A similar example (MKIIA version) can be seen at the following Imperial War Museum web page: Inscribed "COURSE & SPEED CALCULATOR MKII", "E.R.WATTS & Son No 757/35", "A.M. REF No 6B/119".raaf, navigation, calculator, ww2, raf, aircraft, course, speed, wind drift -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Document
Seaman's papers issued to A E Grill b.1868 P. of Poplar, UK including (i) Ordinary Apprentice's Indenture, issued 16.5.1883 London for Seamanship (Parchment) and (ii) Master's Certificate of Competency issued 20.4.1894 London, number of certificate 020886 (Cloth). Brass container including tight fitting cap. Brass container found, documents in GCG.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village