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Ambulance Victoria Museum
Photograph, framed, North East Victoria District Ambulance Service, Committee of Management, 19 February 1985
... Service, Committee of Management...North East Victoria District Ambulance Service, Committee..., Committee of Management ...North East Victoria District Ambulance Service, Committee of Management. All board members named on photograph.Colour photograph with cream matting in brown frame. One woman and 14 men in two rows - one row of five sitting.PHOTOGRAPHED ON 19 FEBRUARY 1985 -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Administrative record - Administrative record - Renewal receipt no. 45809, fire insurance policy no. 155892 from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, 02/06/1921
... Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland..., Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public ...Renewal receipt no. 45809, fire insurance policy no. 155892 from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public Library for period 8 June 1921 to 8 June 1922. White, printed form, details in purple typeFront: '1856' black ink, top right. 'Piano Insurance' - pencil, top right -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Administrative record - Administrative record - Receipt fire insurance policy no. 155892, from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, 22/05/1919
... Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland... Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management ...Renewal receipt no. 28151 fire insurance policy no. 155892, from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public Library, for period 8 June 1919 to 8 June 1920. White printed form, details in purple typeFront: '1666' - black ink top right -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - HARRY BIGGS COLLECTION: BENDIGO BENEVOLENT ASYLUM, 1. 188
... of the committee of management of the Bendigo Benevolent Asylum.... of the committee of management of the Bendigo Benevolent Asylum. Document ...Document. Harry Biggs Collection. 1. An official form from J. S. McIlroy, Superintendent of Bendigo Benevolent Asylum (Incorporated) Sandhurst. It is informing clients that their account has been passed by the committee & will be payable at the office. 2. A printed pink slip with the names & attendances of the committee of management of the Bendigo Benevolent Asylum.organization, government, health, harry biggs collection, bendigo benevolent asylum -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Administrative record - Borough Of Ringwood 4th December 1946, 11th December 1946, Report to the Mayor Cr. J.K. McCaskill J.P
... A report to the Mayor stating it was decided a Committee... it was decided a Committee of Management be appointed to manage the East ...A report to the Mayor stating it was decided a Committee of Management be appointed to manage the East Ringwood Reserve. Mr T Hall and Mr Reddish (Representative of the Cricket Club) Mr Howship and Mr Birch (Representatives of the Tennis Club) Mr. Wamsley and Mr R Gues (Representatives of the Progress Association Mr Benson (Representative of the Football Club) -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Administrative record - Administrative record - Renewal receipt no 54968 fire insurance policy no. 155892 from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, 29/05/1922
... Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland..., Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public ...Renewal receipt no 54968 fire insurance policy no. 155892 from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public Library, for period 8 June 1922 to 8 June 1923. White printed form, details hand written in black inkFront: 'W.P. Anderson' & '1979' in black ink, top right Back: 'extra form' in pencil -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Correspondence, Christening robe - Cleaver, 8/08/1985 12:00:00 AM
... Schwerkolt Cottage Committee of Management.... and Schwerkolt Cottage Committee of Management about a christening robe... Schwerkolt Cottage Committee of Management. Correspondence between ...Correspondence between Alice Cleaver, Council and Schwerkolt Cottage Committee of Management.Correspondence between Alice Cleaver, Council and Schwerkolt Cottage Committee of Management about a christening robe she saw in the museum which she thought could belong to her late husband. She had loaned the robe to a relative who had not returned it and wondered if it had been donated and by whom. No record of the resolution here.Correspondence between Alice Cleaver, Council and Schwerkolt Cottage Committee of Management.cleaver, alice, schwerkolt cottage & museum complex, schwerkolt cottage committee of management. -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Administrative record - Renewal Receipt - Fire Insurance, Portland Free Library, 24/05/1917
... Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland..., to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public Library and Museum ...Front: '1456' - red ink top rightportland free library, insurance -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Administrative record - Administrative record - Receipt fire insurance policy No. 166241 from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, 12/11/1917
... Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland... Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management ...Renewal receipt no. 13475, fire insurance policy No. 166241 from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public Library and Museum and Literary Institute (inc) for period 24 NOV 1917 TO 24 NOV 1918. White printed form, particulars in purple typeFront: '1509' - black ink, top right -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Administrative record - Administrative record - Renewal receipt no 31925, fire insurance policy no. 166241, from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, 18/11/1919
... Limited, Portland Agency, Committee of Management of Portland Free... Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, Committee ...Renewal receipt no 31925, fire insurance policy no. 166241, from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, Committee of Management of Portland Free Public Library and Museum and Literary Institute (Inc.) for period 24 NOV 1919 - 24 NOV 1920. White printed form, particulars in purple type -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Administrative record - Administrative record - Renewal receipt no 22389, fire insurance policy no. 1666241, from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, n.d
... Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland... Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management ...Renewal receipt no 22389, fire insurance policy no. 1666241, from National Fire and Marine Insurance Company of New Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management of Portland Free Public Library and Museum and Literary Institute (Inc.), for period 24 NOV 1918 - 24 NOV 1919 - White printed form, particulars in purple typeFront: '1616' black ink top right -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Document - To All Licensees From S.E.C. - Commission Permit
... Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee...The Committee of Management forwarded a letter from the SEC... taken by the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee ...Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents actions taken by the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee in their role overseeing the Tourist Area.The Committee of Management forwarded a letter from the SEC outlining the requirements for driving in the Falls Creek area. Every driver of a motor vehicle must have in their possession a current Commission permit when using the Commission's roads above Mt. Beauty. Permits could be obtained on demand at the Commission's Information Centre, from the Commission's Head Office in Melbourne.falls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek administration, state electricity commission -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Folder, Eltham Pre-School, 1973-1974
... Committee of Management... War Memorial Trust, Committee of Management, Dec. 1973... in December 1973. Articles of Trust Committee of Management eltham pre ...Papers donated by Gordon Pearce, 30 Apr 2021 pertaining to Eltham Pre-school and Eltham War Memorial Trust. Gordon was a former President of the Eltham Pre-school at the time the Eltham War Memorial Trust was disbanded by Eltham Shire Council in December 1973.Contents: 1. Articles of the Eltham War Memorial Trust (9 foolscap pages – photocopied on A3) 2. President’s Report: Eltham War Memorial Trust, Committee of Management, Dec. 1973 in which it was advised that the Committee was to be disbanded. 3. Letter: Gordon J.J. Pearce, President Eltham Pre-school to C.J. Bock, Chief Administrative Officer, Shire of Eltham, 21 Nov 1973 expressing disappointment at the Shire wanting to disband the Committee of Management of the Eltham War Memorial Trust 4. Minutes: Eltham Pre-school Committee, 26 Nov 1973 5. Minutes: Eltham Pre-school Committee, 17 Dec 1973 6. President’s Report: Gordon Pearce, Eltham Pre-school, 4 Feb 1974 (All photocopied on A4 paper except where noted) articles of trust, committee of management, eltham pre-school, eltham shire council, eltham war memorial trust, gordon pearce -
Park Orchards Community House
Photograph, Bob Halverston officially opening the new POCH extension, Circa 1993
... Kate Healey, President of Committee of Management.... Kate Healey, President of Committee of Management. Bob ...Park Orchards Community Centre extensions and official opening by Bob Halverston, Federal member for Warrandyte. Also Kate Healey, President of Committee of Management. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Contribution will continue, 17/07/1996 12:00:00 AM
... and friends. Inaugural member of Schwerkolt Management Committee.... Management Committee.... and friends. Inaugural member of Schwerkolt Management Committee ...Retirement from politics following redistribution of electoral boundaries in 1990-91. Mr Cox given a dinner attended by Liberal Party members and friends. Inaugural member of Schwerkolt Management Committee.Retirement from politics following redistribution of electoral boundaries in 1990-91. Mr Cox given a dinner attended by Liberal Party members and friends. Inaugural member of Schwerkolt Management Committee.Retirement from politics following redistribution of electoral boundaries in 1990-91. Mr Cox given a dinner attended by Liberal Party members and friends. Inaugural member of Schwerkolt Management Committee.parliamentary representatives, cox, george -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Album - Renewal Receipt - Fire Insurance, Portland Free Library, 22/04/1942
... Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management... Zealand Limited, Portland Agency, to Committee of Management ...Back: 'Mr. Hoggan's money in tin in safe account in folder' - handwritten in pencilglenelg shire council archives, portland free library, administration, insurance -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - Northern District School of Nursing Seventh Annual Report, 1957
... of the Committee of Management for the twelve monts’ period 1st July 1956... The Seventh Annual Report of the Committee of Management ...The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.A twelve page booklet being The Seventh Annual Report of the Committee of Management for the twelve monts’ period 1st July 1956 - 30th June, 1957 of the Northern School of Management. Print in blue and gold on front blue cardboard cover. The report covers Office Bearers, Lecturers, exam results, wastage and causes thereof, training details and expenditure. There are four copies.“N.W. Long’ is written in ink on top right hand corner of cover of one copy.nurse education, ndsn hospitals -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Letter - Representatives Term Of Office Expire 1st March 1960
... Falls Creek Area Management Committee... to the Management Committee.... Creek Area Management Committee Falls Creek Administration ...Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it documents the management of the Falls Creek Tourist Area in the early 1960s..This letter was written by the Falls Creek Area Management Committee on the 9th February 1960. It outlines the process and regulations related to the nomination of representatives to the Management Committee.falls creek area management committee, falls creek administration, management committee regulations -
Park Orchards Community House
Photograph, Bob Halverston officially opening the new POCH extension, Circa 1993
... Neil Brown and Kate Healey, President of Committee... Neil Brown and Kate Healey, President of Committee ...Park Orchards Community Centre extensions and official opening by Bob Halverston, Federal member for Warrandyte. Also Neil Brown and Kate Healey, President of Committee of Management. -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Letter - Reminder - Only Approved Ski School May Conduct Tuition In Skiing
... Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee...A letter from the Management Committee regarding a notice... the relationship between Bob Hymans and the Management Committee. Bob ...Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans died on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it reflects the relationship between Bob Hymans and the Management Committee.A letter from the Management Committee regarding a notice in a Melbourne paper from the Victorian Tourist Bureau. This notice advertised a Queen's Birthday weekend tour to Falls Creek staying at Hymans' Grand Coeur Chalet. It referred to tuition and ski hire being available at a cost. The Committee of Management reminded Mr Hymans that regulations recently released stated that only the approved ski school could conduct tuition for season 1961. A copy of the letter was also being forwarded to the Victorian Tourism Bureau.bob hymans, falls creek tourist area management committee, ski tuition regulations -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Archive - Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre, 1994 - 1997
... . 23 - Black Lever Arch file of Committee of Management records.... 23 - Black Lever Arch file of Committee of Management records ...The centre was one of several community groups established in the mid 1980's. After 1998 when the Baptist Church decided to discontinue the relationship, co-ordinator Julie Allen donated the minutes, brochures, photos and other records to the society.From archive box containing the archives of the Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre located at the Ross St Baptist church, 1985 to 1998. Also includes item 1207 (various files listed on separate attachment) Refer also to items 1084 and 819. 23 - Black Lever Arch file of Committee of Management records Jan 1994 to Dec 1997education, community, education - adult, societies clubs unions and other organisations, religion - baptist church, julie allen, wayne hutchinson, anne callaghan, alec babos, wendy morris, helen scheller, beatrice (betty) goddard, leigh blashki, pat grainger, ann gibson, tony iezzi -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Newspaper, Scrapbook Clipping, Library Collection, Ringwood, Victoria
... and Brewer's, and asking that a committee of management be appointed... Oban Road and Brewer's, and asking that a committee ...Newspaper Clipping from un-named local paper re Reserve on Mullum Creek, category of PARKS, GARDENS, RESERVES. Dated 18-7-1928Lands Department, intimating that a reserve had been created of 10 acres along Mullum Creek between Oban Road and Brewer's, and asking that a committee of management be appointed. -- Cr. McAlpin moved that the necessary steps be taken to have the Borough Council appointed. Cr. Wilkins seconded. Carried. -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Legal agreement, St Kilda Oriental Carnival, 1929, 1929
... the Committee of Management of the St Kilda Oriental Carnival, 1929... agreement between the Committee of Management of the St Kilda ...Uncompleted form for a legal agreement between the Committee of Management of the St Kilda Oriental Carnival, 1929 and a showman participating in the carnival over the period 30 March to 6 April 1929.Single sheet of yellow paper printed in black on one sidest kilda carnivals, st kilda oriental carnival -
Alfred Hospital Nurses League - Nursing Archive
Booklet - Illustrated booklet, Audrey Williamson, The Airdrie Story 1931-1991, 1991
... published as a tribute to all members of the Committee...published as a tribute to all members of the Committee ...Airdrie House in Canterbury, Victoria, was established in 1931 by the Society for the Care of Aged or Incapacitated Nurses, and later became known as the Airdrie House Society Incorporated. The book "The Airdrie Story" details the history of the house and the society, from its founding until 1991. Airdrie House was not just a house, but a place dedicated to supporting the needs of nurses, reflecting the community's recognition of their vital role.Illustrated booklet with cream cover and abbreviated title and author's name in brown print on front cover along with sepia photo of a single story Victorian style house with verandah and chimney (Airdrie House)non-fictionAirdrie House in Canterbury, Victoria, was established in 1931 by the Society for the Care of Aged or Incapacitated Nurses, and later became known as the Airdrie House Society Incorporated. The book "The Airdrie Story" details the history of the house and the society, from its founding until 1991. Airdrie House was not just a house, but a place dedicated to supporting the needs of nurses, reflecting the community's recognition of their vital role. airdie house, aged care, nurses, canterbury -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Letter - Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre management committee to Baptist Union re difficulties with Albert Park Baptists, Anne Callaghan, Feb 1998
... Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre management...Kept by a member of the management committee in the 1990s... page letter from the management committee chair Anne Callaghan... by a member of the management committee in the 1990s societies clubs ...Kept by a member of the management committee in the 1990s (Archive Box) From file folder containing items pertaining to the 1998 closure of the Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre at the Ross Street Baptist Church buildings: Three page letter from the management committee chair Anne Callaghan to the Baptist Union outlining the difficulties the centre has had with the Albert Park Baptists. Contains brief history of the centre.societies clubs unions and other organisations, education - adult, religion - baptist church, julie allen, port 'n' south living and learning centre, anne callaghan, ann gibson, wendy morris, alec babos, sister norma jean barnett, pat grainger, beatrice (betty) goddard, adele davis -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Archive - Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre, 1989 - 1990s
... . 22 - White binder - committee of management records 1989-1998...) Refer also to items 1084 and 819. 22 - White binder - committee ...The centre was one of several community groups established in the mid 1980's. After 1998 when the Baptist Church decided to discontinue the relationship, co-ordinator Julie ALLEN donated the minutes, brochures, photos and other records to the society.From archive box containing the archives of the Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre located at the Ross St Baptist church, 1985 to 1998. Also includes item 1207 (various files listed on separate attachment) Refer also to items 1084 and 819. 22 - White binder - committee of management records 1989-1998. Includes minutes, Coor's reports, funding submissions and more.community, education - adult, societies clubs unions and other organisations, religion - baptist church, julie allen, wayne hutchinson, anne callaghan, nicole baird, adele davies, alec babos, wendy morris, helen scheller, beatrice (betty) goddard -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Newspaper - HARRY BIGGS COLLECTION: BENDIGO BENEVOLENT ASYLUM, (1) 1930?
... improvement'. It is a report of the meeting of the committee...'. It is a report of the meeting of the committee of management ...Newspaper. Harry Biggs Collection. 1. A newspaper cutting (1930?) titled 'Benevolent Asylum finances show improvement'. It is a report of the meeting of the committee of management of the Bendigo Benevolent Asylum. 2. A newspaper cutting from the Bendigo Advertiser titled 'Asylum Relief Work Increase in Applications Sustenance Work'. Report from monthly board meeting. Many applications for urgent relief due to the Depression.Bendigo Advertiserorganization, institution, bendigo benevolent asylum, harry biggs collection, bendigo benevolent asylum, depression -
St Kilda Historical Society
Administrative record - Legal agreement, St Kilda Mardis Gras Carnival, 1928, 1928
... Uncompleted form for legal agreement between the Committee... agreement between the Committee of Management of the St Kilda Mardi ...Uncompleted form for legal agreement between the Committee of Management of the St Kilda Mardi Gras Carnival, 1928 and any showman participating in the carnival over the period 25 February to 3 March 1928.Single sheet of yellow paper printed in black on both sides.st kilda carnivals, st kilda mardis gras carnival -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Document - Brochure, Pat Grainger, You can be proud of your Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre, 1997
... Kept by a member of the management committee in the 1990s... detailing management committee.... by a member of the management committee in the 1990s societies clubs ...Kept by a member of the management committee in the 1990s (Archive Box) From file folder containing items pertaining to the 1998 closure of the Port 'n' South Living and Learning Centre at the Ross Street Baptist Church buildings: Promotional folder/brochure produced in 1997 to lobby the Albert Park Baptist Church for retaining the Centre. Terra cotta brown with ochre pages containing colour photos of centre activities, plus the Welcome brochure given to new students, and an orange leaflet detailing management committee.societies clubs unions and other organisations, education - adult, religion - baptist church, julie allen, port 'n' south living and learning centre, anne callaghan, ann gibson, wendy morris, alec babos, sister norma jean barnett, pat grainger, beatrice (betty) goddard, adele davis -
Royal District Nursing Service (now known as Bolton Clarke)
Photograph - Document/Letter, 1900
... Mrs. Wilson served on the Committee of Management of Melbourne.... Hallenstein served on the MDNS Committee of Management, becoming ...A letter dated 8th May 1973 details how the letter from Florence Nightingale was forwarded to Mrs E.G. (Janet) Wilson in 1955 by Gwendolen, Florence Nightingale's niece. The explanatory letter was forwarded by Elsa Halenstein and given to Royal District Nursing Service and remains in its Archives. From 1948 Mrs. Wilson served on the Committee of Management of Melbourne District Nursing Society (later Service), serving as President from October 1964-1967. In 1949 Mrs. Hallenstein served on the MDNS Committee of Management, becoming President of the now Royal District Nursing Service from 1967-1974. Florence Nightingale was the founder of modern nursing. Melbourne District Nursing Society (MDNS) only employed Trained nurses from its inception in 1885. They followed Florence Nightingale's basic rules of good hygiene, cleanliness, good nutrition and fresh air, which they learned during their Nursing Training at a Hospital, and taught to their patients by instruction and demonstration. In those days Trained nurses were called 'Nurse'. In 1892 MDNS employed Lucy Smith who, through the Nightingale Fund, did her nursing training at the Nightingale Training School at St. Thomas's Hospital in London. She was the first nurse from this school to work at MDNS. Florence Nightingale, born on the 12th of May 1820, was named after the place of her birth in Italy. Born into a wealthy family she was schooled at home where she excelled in her studies; spoke several languages fluently, and was taught home management. She believed she was ‘called’ to reduce human suffering and tended to ill members of her family and tenants on the family estate. She worked as a nurse at Salisbury Infirmary where she learned about nursing sanitation and hospital practice. Florence then enrolled at the Institution of Protestant Deaconesses at Kaiserswerth, Germany where she learned basic nursing skills, the importance of patient observation, and hospital organization. In 1853 she became Superintendent of the Institution for Sick Gentlewomen in Distressed Circumstances in London, where she reformed health care, working conditions, and hospital efficiency. The Crimean War broke out in late 1853 and a newspaper reported the injured and sick soldiers were being cared for by an “incompetent and ineffective medical establishment and that most basic supplies were not available for care”. After an outcry from the public, Florence was asked to lead a group of 38 nurses, whom she had trained, to Scutari where the wounded soldiers were sent. After arriving at the Barrack Hospital in October 1854, she found the soldiers were being cared for in overcrowded and filthy conditions; contaminated water, faeces on the floors and rats running freely. There were few supplies and equipment. Florence bought supplies and equipment and found help to assist in the laundry. The wards were scrubbed from floor to ceiling. Florence set a high standard of care with fresh air, hygiene, clean clothing, sufficient food and regular dressing of wounds being carried out. She realized the importance of psychological needs, and soldiers were assisted to write letters to relatives, and took part in education and recreational activities. Of a night Florence walked through the wards, carrying a lamp to light her way, to check on ill and wounded soldiers and became known as “The Lady with the Lamp”. She gained the respect of the soldiers and the establishment, and later, the public through the soldier’s letters and reports in the newspaper. After visiting Crimea she contracted ‘Crimean Fever’ from which she never really recovered. When she returned to London she was regarded a heroine. The public had given freely to buy her a gift but Florence preferred this money be used to establish a fund, which became known as the Nightingale Fund. Florence had kept excellent records on the running of the Barrack Hospital, medical and nursing staff efficiency, and the causes of illness and death. Many nurses from the training school became Matrons in many countries throughout the world. Florence pushed the Government for legislation to improve drainage and sanitation in homes and in the building of hospitals with fresh air a priority. She wrote the book ‘Notes on Nursing’ and many writings on health reform. She died, aged 90 years, in her home at 10 South Street, Park Lane on the 13th of August 1910. A handwritten letter, written in lead pencil, by Florence Nightingale. It is written to her niece Gwendolen.. The letter is on buff coloured paper and has the date 'Oct 17 1900'/ written in the top right hand corner; below this is, in capital letters, the two line black printed address - '10, South Street,/ Park Lane, W'/ is stamped. The bulk of the letter reads over eight lines: "Dearest Gwendolen",/ "Thanks for your / dear note,/ I shall gladly look / forward to seeing you, / on Friday at 5 ,/ ever your loving, / Aunt Florence./ . rdns, royal district nursing service, miss florence nightingale, mrs e.g. (janet) wilson, mrs d. (elsa) hallenstein