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Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, Oastler (Leading Stationer), Tramway Terminus, Kew, c.1913
The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.A monochrome postcard of the tram terminus beside 'The Block' in Cotham Road, KewOastler, leading stationer, Kew / Printed in Saxonypostcards -- kew (vic.), trams -- kew (vic.), cotham road -- high street --- kew (vic.), the block -- cotham road -- kew (vic.) -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, The Wertheim Piano Factory, Bendigo Street, Richmond, Melbourne, c.1906
The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.Polychrome postcard of the Wertheim Piano factory in Richmond.KH-152. H.V. Barlow, Head Office, 173 William St., Melbournewertheim piano factory, bendigo street - richmond, postcards -- richmond (vic.) -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, High Str., Kew, c.1906
The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.Polychrome postcard of High Street, Kew looking west towards Kew Junction. The photograph was also printed in monochrome format by the publishers, with different names and additions.Reverse - (to) Miss __. J. Thompson, "Dry Lake", Kerang (from) Very sorry indeed to hear of your Mother's illness. Sincerely hope all quite well ere this. Still going about very tired waiting __ being away. Love to all M.B.L.high street -- kew (vic.), postcards -- kew (vic.), horse tram -- kew (vic.) -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, Meissner & Buch, In Der Schonen Natur, 1902-1910
The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.Coloured postcard, produced in Germany, showing a girl feeding ducks beside a stream. The postcard was sent by Willie Feely to his cousin Alica (Alice Porter).Reverse: (To) Dear Alica. I will see you soon I will be home on Saturday week. I hope you are better. Give my love to your Mother and Father and Grandma I remain your loving Cousin, Wille Feely xxxxxxxxxx kissespostcards, german postcards, sentimental post cards -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, Yarra Towards Fairfield, 1905-1914
The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.Monochrome postcard showing two men in a rowboat on the River Yarra at Kew in the area of Macaulay's Boat Shed.Handwritten later annotations: "Reg No KH-384. Yarra towards Fairfield. Macaulay's Boat House, Kew"postcards - kew (vic), river yarra - kew (vic), sport and recreation - kew (vic), recreation - kew (vic), boat sheds - kew (vic) -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, River Yarra, Kew, 1905-1914
The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.One of a series of pictorial postcards showing a woman on a bicycle near to the River Yarra in Kew.Polychrome postcard of the River Yarra at Kew, showing a woman with a bike (right) looking away from the River.My dear friend I suppose you will think I am a "beauty", but I have no excuse to offer for not writing, only the longer I put it off the longer I want to. I hope the change did you a lot of good & that you feel quite well & strong. Everything here is something about the same. Our two new ministers are nice but I like Mr Dowsing better so far. The weather lately is glorious, just the thing for long walks. Jane Rowe & I go for a walk after church on Sunday nights. That is the most walking I do lately. No room for more. Love from your friend C.G.[sic]postcards -- kew (vic.), postcards -- yarra river -- kew (vic.), colour postcards -- kew (vic.) -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Postcard, Little Residential, Your Little Piece of Kew, c.2013
The Kew Historical Society's postcard collection includes views of Kew, Melbourne and Greater Melbourne as well as those including overseas scenes sent or received from Europe or the Middle East. They date from the 1890s to the 2000s. These postcards may or may not include the name of the publisher or printer. A number of the cards were published as parts of popular series. A way of dating early postcards is to identify whether the reverse was divided by a central line which became the norm after 1902 in the United Kingdom. However, other postcards produced after this date do not always conform to this print layout.Commercial postcard produced by Little Residential showing the Kew War Memorial, the QPO Restaurant and the former Kew Court House.The reverse includes details about the company and its services (see image)postcards, qpo restaurant, kew post office, kew war memorial -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, PORTRAIT
Lance Corporal "Alfred Alexander Priest" No. 5162. Enlisted 31/12/15 into 6th Battalion, 16th Reinforcements. Embarked 1 April 1916 for England the 29 Aug 1916 to France. Hospitalised 8 Nov 1916 for trench foot and rejoined unit 11 Feb 1917. WIA 27 Feb 1917 GSW left forearm and rejoined 30 July 1917. WIA 4 Oct 1917 GSW left finger and rejoined 1 Jan 1918. WIA 16 May 1918 multiple gunshot wounds - died 27 May 1918. Buried at Boulogne Eastern Cemetery.Ful length portrait of Alfred Alexander Priest in full uniform of WW1 ANZAC Soldier, in sepia. Man standing in an outside setting, holding a cane.Front bottom right hand corner written "KALMA BENDIGO". Back top right corner written "Len's Uncle, Alfred Priest".ww1, 6th battalion, alfred alexander priest -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Journal - Newsletter, Newsletter, No. 269 April 2023
Contents: • Legacy by Jim Connor • Our Annual General Meeting – Saturday 15th April 2023 • Heritage Walk - Saturday 6th May 2023 - Research Valley South Side • Vale - Harry Charles Gilham • Eltham Hotels • Rob Roy Hillclimb Revival Weekend by Jim Connor • Northern Territory Special Reconnaissance Unit • Yemmerrawannie • Book Review: Eric Rooks Farm: The Nillumbik Gift by Liz Pidgeon • Alan Marshall by Jim Connor • National Volunteer Week - 15th to 21st May 2023 • Notice: Annual General Meeting - Saturday 15th April 2023 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 newsletter distributed to members (Digital and A4 photocopy)newsletter, eltham district historical society -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Tickets, Norwood Secondary College, Karalyka Centre, Ringwood - tickets to 50th Anniversary Dinner 2008, 2008
2 tickets to the 50th anniversary dinner at the Karalyka Centre, Mines Road, Ringwood, on 31-May-2008 donated by Beverley McKeon (past President of Ringwood Historical Society) and foundation pupil Norwood High School 1958.Envelope containing letter, information, two white and purple tickets, and a note from donor. +Additional Keywords: McKeon, Beverley -
Bendigo Military Museum
Document - TRAINING COURSE, OFFICER, ARMY
3rd Division Staff Officers Training Course - Field Firing Exercise - 22nd May 1973. Question and answer document. Part of the "Kevin John Herdman" No. 397661 collection. See Cat No. 5942P for details of his service.Multipage document on both A4 and foolscap paper. Cover sheet has text in black type with handwritten details in red and blue ink. Foolscap sized pages are lined and contain handwritten detail in blue ink. Remaining A4 pages are on green coloured paper with text in black type. Pages are stapled on top LHC.Various comments, answers and anecdotes on pages in red and blue ink.field firing, training course, army, kevin john herdman -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Aspiration syringe with needles with stillett
This hospital / medical instrument was used in the Tawonga District General Hospital which was built in the 1950s specifically for the increase in population due to the Kiewa Hydro Scheme. The kit may have been used by the doctor when on home visits.Historical: Shows the development of scientific medical equipment. Provenance: Used in the Tawonga District General Hospital which was remote and therefore required good equipment.Red cardboard box with slide out tray holding 10cc syringe and 9 needles and stillett. The syringe has a glass cylinder with measurements marked and a plunger attached to a steel rod with 2 rings for the fingers on the side and 1 ring at the end. It is held in the box by two cardboard flaps. The steel needles vary in shape and size. On the syringe lines and numbers up to 10 cc Top of box in hand writing using pencil: Aspiration Syringe 10 ml and H/0/ and 41/6medical equipment. hospital equipment. mt beauty. tawonga. syringe. needles. -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Sovenir, Ash Trays x2, 1918
These two trays appear to have been made as souvenirs, perhaps to commemorate the end of World War One, as the halfpennies date from 1914 to 1918. They may have been used either as ash trays or trinket trays.These trays have no known local significance but are retained as mementos of the souvenirs produced for the Australian tourist market after World War One.These are two circular-shaped brass ash trays or dishes. One has five English halfpennies affixed to the edge of the tray and one has the Rising Sun emblem of the Australian Army affixed to the centre of the tray. Both trays are slightly stained.‘English made’world war one, history of warrnambool -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Document - Property Binder, 1450 Main Road, Eltham
Newspaper article: Research motel may extend car parking, Advertiser, 15 October 1996, Eltham Motor Inn granted planning permit by Nillumbik Council to operate a public access restaurant, must provide parking.main road, eltham, businesses, eltham motor inn, nillumbik council -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Postcard - Glenhuntly Road, Glen Huntly
A postcard with a black and white photograph of Glen Huntly Road, Glen Huntly. Accompanying handwritten notes transcribe the writing on the back of the post card. The postcard may date from the 1930s though its exact date is unknown.glen huntly road, glen huntly, glenhuntly, valentine series -
Bendigo Military Museum
Memorabilia - CENTENARY of EAGLEHAWK ANZACS, FRAMED, Eaglehawk Heritage Society, JOHN T TAYLOR/ALFRED A PRIEST, c2014
Private JOHN THOMAS TAYLOR, no 2067, 24TH Battalion, Killed in Action on 21st August 1916, France. Lance Corporal ALFRED ALEXANDER PRIEST, No 5162, 6th Battalion, died of wounds in France, May 27, 1918.Memorabilia - framed story of two soldiers, in colour, using memorabilia of the soldiers and their lives. Printed on paper. Frame - black extruded plastic, glass front, cardboard backing.JOHN T. TAYLOR/ ALFRED A. PRIESTframed items, anzacs, eaglehawk -
Ballarat Clarendon College
Badge, Lapel badge
School lapel badge worn by John Stanley Coltman. John attended Ballarat College 1913 - 1920; dux of college 1919 and school captain 1920. The blue border is unusual. This may denote the rank of school captain. Only one of its kind in collection to dateGold-plated lapel badge featuring Minerva head in centre on black oval background surrounded by gold school motto on red background and decorative gold edging on blue background.There is a single pin attached to the rear of the badge. School motto on face: E STUDIIS CLARITUDO VENITjohn-stanley-coltman, school-badge, ballarat-college, dux, school-captain -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Education kit - Text Book, Questions in Practical Mathematics for Ministry of Shipping Examinations with Answers, early to mid 20th Century
As the previous owner, a marine engineer and donor of this textbook was based in Liverpool for some years it is possible that he may have studied for the Ministry of shipping exam at the former College of Marine Engineers, Liverpool in the early - mid 20th C. Mariner Duncan had a particular regard for the Mission to Seafarers. A plate for display on a commissioned new table at the MTSV chapel acknowledges his bequest and the material donated. Collectively the G W Duncan material includes: photographs, professional data memorabilia and written and commercially printed resources. The memorabilia relates to his career at sea and in particular the role of an engineer, including a handwritten manual of notes and references relating to the mechanical and engineering aspects and areas of responsibility for maintenance. Text book with dull grey brown cover with black printing and simple line border.See image attachedmarine engineer training, engineers, mathematics, ministry of shipping, liverpool, exams, mariners, george winfield duncan (1922-2017), ship engineer, s.s. athenic -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Souvenir - Menu, Shaw Savill Line SS Athenic, Christmas 1948, 25/12/1948
Included in the G W Duncan collection this item of memorabilia from 1948 may have been acquired quite early in the donor's career as a ship's engineer. The menu provides a glimpse of shipboard diet and especially celebratory food.Mariner Duncan had a particular regard for the Mission to Seafarers. This plate for display on a commissioned new table at the MTSV chapel acknowledges his bequest and the material donated. Collectively the G W Duncan material includes: photographs, professional data memorabilia and written and commercially printed resources. The memorabilia relates to his career at sea and in particular the role of an engineer, including a handwritten manual of notes and references relating to the mechanical and engineering aspects and areas of responsibility for maintenance. Single fold heavy card menu with colour cover featuring birds of Australia: King parrot, Rifle bird, Leadbetter's cockatoo. Inside cover typed sheet of paper with menu listing adhered to card.see imagesmenu, birds, australian, christmas, ss athenic, shaw savill line, george winfield duncan (1922-2017), ship engineer -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, Watermarc under construction: Sections of waterslide, 18/05/2012
Sections of Waterslide. The redevelopment of the Greensborough Pool into the Watermarc aquatic centre is documented in this collection of photographs from the collection of Rosie Bray. These photographs taken on a ‘Community Consultative Committee’ walkthrough prior to completion of Watermarc, May 18 2012. These photographs taken on a ‘Community Consultative Committee’ walkthrough prior to completion of Watermarc, May 18 2012.Digital copy of colour photograph.watermarc, greensborough pool, rosalie bray, swimming pools -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
'Dog Tag' VXF58099 L M Ganim, ?1940
This disc is an original and belonged to VFX58099 Leila May Ganim, who enlisted into the Australian Army in June 1940. Her rank at discharge - 15 March 1946 - was Lieutenant. Lt Ganim had a previous Regimental Number V10739.This is an original disc that belonged to VFX58099 Lt L M Ganim.A round metal disc, silver colour, a silver chain with attachment for two discs, it appears that one disc is missing.On the front of the disc - VFX58099 Ganin L M RC. On the back of the disc - A 2.vfx58099 l m ganim, v10739 l m ganim, ww2 australian army -
Greensborough Historical Society
Plaque, Diamond Valley Little Athletics Centre Presentation to Shirley Fraser 2007, 28/04/2007
Mrs Fraser was involved in many community groups and received recognition from many of them. Diamond Valley Little Athletics Centre was formed in May 1967 and by season's end had over 1300 little athletes competing.Presentation plaque on green wooden base. 'Diamond Valley L. A. C. 40th Anniversary - 28th April 2007. Presented to Shirley Fraser In recognition of the contribution made to the establishment of our centre.'shirley fraser, shirley black, diamond valley little athletics centre -
Greensborough Historical Society
Document - Document Collection, Greensborough Bypass: objections: a collection of documents 1975, 1975
Documents collected by Brian Smiddy from 1975. Includes newspaper clippings, handwritten notes, minutes of meetings dealing with the proposed development of the Greensborough Bypass and the effect it may have on the Watsonia Shopping strip. Contains objections to this development.Black plastic folder with black plastic binding containing approx 37 documents and handwritten notes.brian smiddy, greensborough bypass, watsonia road watsonia, watsonia shopping centre -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
News Sheet, The Sun News-Pictorial 1945, 1945
This Melbourne Sun newspaper of May 8, 1945 contains details of the surrender of Germany in World War Two. The first surrender document was signed at Rheims, France by representatives of Germany, Britain, Russia, France and the United States of America. This paper has no local significance but the event it describes (the end of the war in Europe in May 1945) is of signal importance in world history and affected all in Australia at the time and still does today. The newspaper will be of interest to researchers and useful for display. This is a Melbourne newspaper (The Sun News-Pictorial 1945). It has 16 pages and is printed in black print on a white (now creamy-coloured) background. It has the news of the end of the war in Europe with the surrender of Germany. The newspaper includes black and white photographs, advertisements, cartoons, comic strips and a crossword puzzle. world war two, v.e. day, warrnambool, history -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Flyer - Voting information for Federal election 2019, 2019
Flyer promoting Josh BURNS as candidate for Macnamara electorate in the 2019 Federal election. In the form of an envelope it has a 'stamp' with a sketch of St Kilda pier and 'postmark' stating Federal Election Day Saturday 18 May 2019.Fold out flyer in shape of a DL envelope.josh burns, australian electoral commission, politics, macnamara electorate -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Document - Triplicate copy of Commonwealth of Australia Employees Income Tax Assessment record, Commonwealth of Australia, 1948
1948 Tax Assessment certificate belonged to donor's father, Percy MAY . It was filled in by Shipowners Waterside Pay Office , Commonwealth of Australia , Victoria . The Assessment was pounds 18 shillings for a Gross salary of 604 pounds & 19 shillings.Buff coloured, triplicate copy of Employees Record of Tax Assessment 1948.On reverse mathematical calculations in pounds, shillings & pence.percy allan may, income tax, shipowners' waterside pay office -
Victorian Interpretive Projects Inc.
Photograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Stained Glass Window in St John's, Colac, 2015, 23/08/2015
St John's Anglican Church was dedicated to St John the Evangelist. The current church replaces an earlier building and was constructed from plans prepared by Henderson and Davidson and was opened on 8 May 1870, and was consecrated on 18 April 1882. Stained Glass Window recognizing the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces, and the death of Lieutenant Benjamin Meredith who was killed in action at Beersheba.To the Glory of God in loving memory or our dear parents John jenner Meredith - Born 29th Nov 1929 Died 30th March 1914. Margaret Meredit - Born 14th Jan 1843 Died 16th August 1915 and our dear brother Lt Benjamin P.G. Meredith Born 9th July 1882 killed in action at Beersheeba 31st Oct 1917. Erected by Annie F.T. and Charlie Meredithst john's colac, colac, john jenner meredith, margaret meredith, benjamin meredith, annie meredith, charles meredith, world war one, beersheeba -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
Test tube and case associated with midwife Mary Howlett, c. 1866 - 1920
This type of test tube would have been used to collect blood or other bodily fluids. IT may also have been used to boil urine to identify the presence of urinary abnormalities such as sugar albumen acetone or bile.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 test tube with a thin glass lip in original cylinder cardboard case. Case is in two section, lid and body - lid is lined with white cardboard.diagnostic testing, midwifery -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual (Item) - Mirage Iii O Aircraft
Description: THE MIRAGE III 0 AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL TG-23 AAP: Date: May 1967 Author: RAAF Amended to AL: Publisher: RAAF Pages: approx 300 Binding: Ring Content/Keywords Level of Importance: . -
St Kilda Historical Society
Ephemera - Invitation, Visit of Their Royal Highnesses the Duke & Duchess of York, 1927
Invitation from the Commonwealth Government to ceremonies connected with the opening of Parliament House in Canberra on 9 May 1927. Visiting Australia for this purpose were the Duke and Duchess of York (later King George VI and Elizabeth the Queen Mother).Card, folded in half, printed in blue and gold. Affixed inside is a reproduction of a landscape painting Canberra 1927 by Harold B Herbert (1892-1945).The invitation was issued to 'W Nicoll Esq'royal visits, duke and duchess of york, opening of parliament house canberra