Book, 382 pages, brown board cover: ' Geography Generalized or an Introduction to the Study of Geography on the principles of classification and comparison with many illustrations through maps and illustrations' On front page in black pen ' Jonathan William Harris 1886' and ' Australia' written twice in same. Over page 'Jonathan W. Harris, his uncle. A gift from P.J. Murphy, 34 Little Oxford St., Collingwood. Jonathan W. Harris, August 26th, 1873' Published by Marcus and John Sullivan, 27 Marlborough Street, London. 1864Robert Sullivan, Barrister at Law.person, individual, jonathan harris, axedale

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. The Universal Geography Vol 5 The North East Atlantic. Islands of the North Atlantic. Scandinavia. European Islands of the Arctic Ocean Russia in Europe. Author: Éllisée Reclus Edited by E.G. Ravenstein Publisher: JS Virtue & Co Label on spine cover with typed text PAT F 910 REC Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library Front loose endpaper has a stamp from Corangamite Regional Library Service Contents page has a stamp from the Warrnambool Public Museumwarrnambool, 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, the universal geography vol 5, éllisée reclus, e.g. ravenstein

A commemorative poster facsimile of an original WW1 Recruitment Poster issued in 1915 by Defence Department - Issued by Australian Geographic.Large hard paper poster. Symbolic image of Australian Soldier standing on a 3D image of the Dardenelles in Turkey. In colour showing map of that part of Turkey. Poster laminated with layer of clear plastic to protect it.On top says "A CALL FROM THE DARDENELLES" On bottom "ENLIST NOW" In middle "COO-EE - WON'T YOU COME"ww1, recruitment poster

Printed spreadsheet arranged alphabetically by surname, with year, given name, residence, occupation and roll (geographic area) listed.61 pagesHG Booklet 33electoral roll (1873-1900), harry gilham collection, shire of eltham

This is a souvenir edition - a reproduction of a section of an old three volume geographic encyclopaedia of Australia and New Zealand published in 1885.This book is a useful reference tool for the early history of Victory.A reproduction of a book first published in 1885. The soft cover is brown, a paler brown background and gold coloured text - Victorian Souvenir Edition Our First 50 Years. 1835 1885 is inside 50. There is a sketch of the "Lady Nelson" entering Port Phillip. It has 162 pp which are sepia toned in double columns with illustrations and maps throughout the book .history-victory book

Book - families social histories, maps, photograps Map - block numbers town names physical / geographical featuresFarming and social history of pioneers of the Powlett River are prior to the establishment of the State Coal Mine at Wonthaggi. Significant land marks, buildings and photographs are included. Dark green cover with oval artists impression of Powlett river and bridge Associated map which covers the parishes plus key places of interestlPioneers on the Powlett and at Wonthaggi 1878-1910 Barbara R Moyle 2015 Early History of Settlement Map - Parish names, significant sitesfarming, pioneers of wonthaggi and district, wonthaggi families

This certificate was produced by John Phillips for the Orbost Secondary College Centenary Celebrations on Saturday 28th April and Sunday 29th April 2012.Orbost High School / Orbost Secondary College has played a significant part in the education of senior students in the Orbost district . It is the sole senior educational institution. This certificate is representative of its history.A laminated copy of Orbost Higher Elementary School Certificate presented to Maurice Wilton in December 1938 for Honours Geography Pass English Arithmetic Algebra Geometry Science History Drawing It is signed by ? ? McFarlane Dip Ed (head teacher).On back : Produced by John Phillips for the Orbost Secondary College Centenary Celebrations on Saturday 28th April and Sunday 29th April 2012.certificate education orbost

Written from both an historical and geographical view, this book tells the story of early inland exploration across the Blue Mountains.Paperback, 192 p., col. photographs, black and white maps.blue mountains nsw

The National Geographic Society issued certificates to their members. This certificate is through the Board of Trustees from Columbia in the USA and signed by their secretaryClare Roper lived in the Kiewa ValleyA stiff paper with a coloured globe of the world top centre and coloured ribbon on the bottom left side. Dated 1957national geographic society, clare roper

A box decorated with red Christmas paper. Contains mostly pictures of or relating to children but does contain some items related to Australian history and animals. Sources include 'National Geographic,' 'To-day' and 'Australian Women's Weekly.' Dated 1933-1955.person, individual, children, lydia chancellor, collection, ephemera, children, person, australian history, animals, female, male, person

Very early example of academic prize awarded to student J H Jessup only 5 years after the school commenced. At this time books were specially ordered from London where they were bound and embossed with the College crest. Significantly early example of prize awarded by Principal for academic excellence. When this Prize was donated to the school we were unaware of J H Jessup existence as a student of the school. Light brown calf binding with gold lettering and decoration on covers and spine; six raised bands on spine with gold lettering on second compartment; College crest embossed on front cover; marbled endpapers and page edges; soiled and worn; book plate inside front coverBook plate inside front cover: College crest / PRIZE / FOR / Geography / AWARDED TO / J H Jessup / CHRISTMAS 1896 / R O McCOY M.A. PRINCIPALj-h-jessup, ballarat-college, book-prize, 1869, r-o-mccoy,

This is a leather covered book of 801 pages. The cover is decorated with gold panels of fruit and has gold lettering on the spine. The pages have gilt edges. It contains text, sketches, lithographs, maps and five loose maps. non-fictionA contemporary and geographical record of Australasia in the 19th centuryaustralasian history, antiquarian books, picturesque atlas of australasia, warrnambool, picturesque atlas of australasia volume 2

Compiled by Phyllis Reichl (b1915). She was awarded an Honorary Life Membership of the Geography Teachers' Association of Victoria. She died in 2005.Soft cover book of 110 pages with annotated photos. There is a 4 page overview of the school's history and an appendix with identification of individuals in group photos.Inside the front cover: "For the Surrey Hills Historical Society / from Fintona Girls' School / 19.10.98 Alison Adams, Archivist"schools, education, fintona, independent schools, (ms) alison adams, (ms) phyllis reichl

This 24th edition of the Australia Handbook presents a snapshot of 'modern' Australia, including its people, history, geography, economy, culture and relations with the world.159 p., illus. (come col.).australia history, handbooks

Exercise book belonging to Aggie Miles - Kamarooka Central State School, No. 3182. Contents in neat writing in ink include grammar, arithmetic, geography and hand-drawn maps of Australia, Victoria and Africa. Dated on cover, 1894. See research in Agnes.person, individual, kamarooka state school, kamarooka central state school no. 3182

105 page leather bound atlas containing some coloured illustrations of maps of the countries of the world up to 1861. Published by William Blackwood & Sons, 1861. Folio [51x34cm] size with 9 pages of introductory text followed by 48 double-page spread and part coloured maps.non-fictionAtlas of the word in 1861geography, world atlas, keith johnstone

Robert Mitchell attended Ballarat College 1879The book was printed in 1878 year, The place of publication of the book is W & A K Johnston, Edinburgh and London, 1878. A School Atlas of Physical Geography. Book in English language. Book has cover wear and fading, modest foxing to plates. Some plates are missingHandwritten on flyleaf: R. A Mitchell July 1878 / Ballarat / RAM

C.H. Grove spent about 40 years in the area, information is mainly derived from his own recollections and "reliable sources". Charles Henry [Carl] Grove died on 17/4/1938 at Box Hill at the age of 88 and was buried in Orbost. Prior to coming to the Snowy River district, Carl worked as overseer on Buchan Station. In 1880, he selected land at Newmerella after first coming here in 1874 with early selector James A Robertson.He was one of the first selectors at Orbost - in 1880 he selected 320 acres at Newmerella, which he called „Ulinda‟ He married Annie Robertson in 1876. Carl was a farmer, hop and seed grower and nurseryman. He was an elected Councillor of the newly formed Tambo Shire in 1882, and then in 1892 to the Orbost Shire where he served for many years filling varioius public roles. In 1911, he shifted to Queensland, but later returned to Victoria and died at Box Hill. (Ref. Nov 2014 Newsletter) This is a useful reference tool.A carbon copy of a typeset manuscript / transcript book entitled "Bukan Mungee" containing historical and geographical information of the area "bounded by the Snowy River in the east, the Tambo river in the west...and with the following leaseholds, Ensay, Gillingall, and Gelantipy on the north, with Kilmore and Corringle stations on the south..."grove-carl bukan-mungee corringle newmerella snowy-river tambo-river

BookStudy commissioned by Arts Queensland and the Australia Council in 1994 to address the lack of published information on women's involvement in the arts.regionalism, cultural industraies, equity, professional recognition, indigenous women, multiculturalism

The fourth Battalion appears to be made up of Castlemaine and Bendigo Residents.Four magazine photographs. .1) Kitchen of the Fourth Battalion .2) Cadet Display at the Exhibition Ground, Jubilee Week, 1887 .3) 4th Battalion in Quarter Formation. .4) A group of Fourth Battalion officers, 1898 VersO - Certificate of the Royal Geographical Society of Australasiaarmed services, fourth battalion, cadets, voluntary regiment, kitchen, exhibition grounds, militia

Black exercise book, on inside cover the name Norman Warne age 12 years. The book contains the home work from September 20th, 1904 to April 26th, 1906. Subjects: arithmetic, geography, grammar, writing, sums, questions, history, spelling, analysis.person, individual, norman warne

These are exercise books belong to the first pupil of the then Victorian Deaf and Dumb Institution. A slim soft covered exercise book with blue marbelling on cover, blue binding over spine. Contains, handwritten in ink, by Lucy Lewis, the first pupil of the Victorian Deaf and Dumb Institution, a series of questions and answers ranging from Geography, History to Religous questions.

This is a leather covered book. The cover is decorated with gold panels of fruit and gold lettering on the spine and has a plastic cover to protect it. There is gilt edging on the 388 pages. It contains text, sketches, lithographs and some coloured maps and engravings on wood..non-fictionContemporary and geographical record of Australasia in the 19th centurywarrnambool history, western district history, australian history, australasian history, picturesque atlas of australasia, picturesque atlas of australasia volume 1