A photo of senior girls in performing their health exercises from an annual demonstration. The girls were dressed in their physical exercise kit which was provided by Legacy to the junior legatees. The photo was featured in the July 1954 newsletter so was from the year before. The article showcased the work of the Legacy girls. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and Eurythmics. The Demonstration was an annual event to showcase their skills. Melbourne Legacy conducted Annual Demonstrations / Parades from 1928 through to 1979, usually held at Melbourne Town Hall. The beautiful costumes were made by members of the Junior Legacy Mothers' Club and the Melbourne Legacy Wives' Association. A record of the displays at the Annual Demonstrations. Also that Legacy provided classes for junior legatees and the skills learned were displayed in the Annual Demonstration.Black and white photo of junior legatees dancing in a line on stage at the 1953 Annual Demonstration.In pencil on the reverse " Senior Girls - 'Health Exercises' ". Stamped with '4825' in blue ink.annual demonstration, junior legatee, girls' classes

A photo from a newsletter from September 1953. The photo shows the Footscray boys receiving certificates and badges from the President of Legacy, Legatee S Nevile. The article says the group offers boys the chance of forming lasting friendships with other Junior Legatees, and evening of healthful exercise, games, basketball, etc under the guidance of a fully qualified and capable physical education instructor. Gymnasium kit and free milk are provided for each boy and during the year other interests are available, such as picture nights, pie nights, Christmas parties and outing to Luna Park etc. The Footscray Class was in the Drill Hall, at the corner of Barkly and Gordon Streets Footscray at 7.30 on Friday nights. Individual photos being catalogued to record detail about each one.The newsletter outlining news of Junior Legatee activities with mentions of boys by name.Black and white photo of the Footscray boys with the president in a newsletter in September 1953.junior legatees, boys classes

Seven copies of the School Paper (Classes V and VI) 1902/1903 issued by the Education Department, Victoria. No 47 Nov 1902; No 49 Feb 1902; No 50 Mar 1903; No 52 May 1903; No 53 June 1903; No 54 July 1903; No 55 Aug 1903/ Each copy comprises 20-30 pages on various topics used as a teaching aid. Illustrated with some B&W photos and maps. Printed by the Government Printer. Three copies are handstitched into the covers of a book called ''Picturesque Victoria Exercise Book'' with its contents removed. Four copies are loose. ''School papers classes 5 & 6'' hand printed on a piece of card and taped to front cover. The name of ''John Steen'' is handwritten in pencil on two of the copies.education, bendigo, steen, school papers

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - invitation to Miss G Perry from Bendigo City Lodge No 714 to attend a Ladies' Social Evening on Friday June 27th, 1952, at 7:45. Reception at 7:45 sharp, supper at 10:00 p.m. Harmony, Dancing and Euchre. Invitation from The Worshipful Master, Wor. Bro. L. M. Green. Unusual invitation to a single lady to a Lodge event with the invite expressly has Bro. and Lady crossed out. Gilt edged invite on pale green card.Unusual invitation to a single lady to a Lodge event with the invite expressly has Bro. and Lady crossed out. physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Reg V. Brock of Bendigo three-part brochure for prints and framing. Studio at View Point P. O. Box 132, phone Bgo. 1888. Advertising and pricing brochure for photographic work and framing with beige light card with brown printing. Miss G. Perry on outer coverphysical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Bendigo Jockey Club Cup Meeting Bendigo Cup Wednesday Nov 20 1957; for seven races including Epsom Cup at 2:25 pm and Bendigo Cup at 2:45 pm Program Price two shillings. physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Bendigo Home & Hospital for the Aged (inc.) re admittance of Mrs. Evaline Rosa Perry on the waiting list for the Home, addressed to Miss Gertrude Perry.Signed by W. de Lisle, Social Welfare Officer for the Bendigo Home & Hospital for the Aged physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - certificate of appreciation for Miss Perry and her donation of two hours service to the 24 Hour National Freecall Crisis Line and the Margaret and Shane Foundations Inc.physical culture class, fitness, exercise, volunteer public service

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - V.S.C.C. inc Certificate noting Gertrude Perry has been acknowledged as a PURPLE STAR MEMBER of the club having achieved the distinction of collecting 250Souvenir Tea Spoons. Certificate from Victorian Souvenir Collectors Club inc. Certificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K RoweCertificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K Rowephysical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - V.S.C.C. inc Certificate noting Gertrude Perry has been acknowledged as a SILVER STAR MEMBER of the club having achieved the distinction of collecting 500 Souvenir Tea Spoons. Certificate from Victorian Spoon Collectors Club inc. Certificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K Rowe. Card has green printing on a yellow base.Certificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K Rowephysical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Invoice and HP payments receipts for purchase of an AWA TV by Miss G. E. Perry on 8/3/1963 from Peter F. Wade in instalments commencing 7th April 1963; over 19 receipts between 8/4/1963 to 18/3/1966physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Invoice from Peter F. Wade for an AWA 23-inch TV purchased by Miss G. E. Perry on 8/3/1963 for 209 pounds nineteen shillings on higher purchaseinvoice details the purchase and initial payments.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Miscellaneous card Miss perry's address. printed light beige card.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Bendigo Advertiser Certificate of Appreciation for the delivery of the newspaper at home, 16 Burrows Street Golden Square, for 44 years, dated 22/10/1996. Certificate by Bendigo Advertiser and signed by the General Manager and the Editor.physical culture class, fitness, exercise, bendigo advertiser

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - invitation from California Gully P.S. No 123 to Centenary 1983 July 1, 2 & 3; Belltopper Hill 1883. invitation has green print on beige card, folded with the activities over three days printed inside. Card invites Miss Perry. Five items have been ticked to attend over Sat. and Sun. Portion of card is missing probably a RSVP section to inform the committee of Miss Perry's intention to attend the \School's Centenary.Internal invitation is made to Miss Perry to attend. Five items have been ticked to attend.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - undated typed letter from the Golden Square Newsagency thanking Miss Perry for her loyal custom, with an invitation to an afternoon tea on 22nd October (year not included) in thanks for her many years of loyal custom to the newsagency.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Wedding invitation from Mrs. M. Macdougall to Miss Gertrude Perry for the wedding of her daughter Jean Catherine to John David A. Munro, Saturday 3rd October 1945. Wedding at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Myers Street, Bendigo with the reception at Favaloro's Pall Mall. RS|VP 12th October. Multi-fold invitation.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Bendigo Jockey Club, Press Card, Wednesday November 20th 1957. Green card with attached green cord. Card notes representing 3130(!!) and stamped 25 on rear of card.Rear stamped 25.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Cream coloured thank you card from the Golden Square Physical Culture Class given to Gertrude Perry. Twelve hand drawn figures of girls in blue uniforms exercising. Handwritten inscription " To Our Instructress with the Girls' Thanks for Happy Times".physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - The Stewardship Campaign Committee of the Golden Square Methodist Church invitation to a Loyalty Dinner Tues. 19th November (year not specified) to be held at the Bendigo City Hall. Gilt edged pale green invitationphysical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - invoice for Miss G E Perry of an Austin Freeway Saloon registration HNV 727 on 3/7/1962 from A. W. Pulfer Motors Pty Ltd. Miss Perry traded her Lancer GYP 308 (500 pounds) for the Austin Freeway Saloon HNV 727 and cash transaction of 658 pounds 9 shillings. Austin car full price 1.140 pounds. Attached receipt for cash sum by Pulfer Motors dated 6/7/1962 on blue paper with stamp duty of three pence. physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Three Bendigo Advertiser notices and a typed order of service for Carols by Candlelight Ladies Service at Golden Square Methodist Church on 12/12/1954physical culture class, fitness, exercise

BHS CollectionExercise book belonging to Roy Kelly, Matric Class - from Marist Brothers School, Bendigo. Commenced July 2, 1906. Content in neat handwriting in ink - includes arithmetic, algebra and shorthand exercises.bendigo, education, bendigo marist brothers school

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Commonwealth of Australia advice to Miss Gertrude Perry that the pension payment, for Mrs. Evaline Rosa Perry, will be paid in her name (undated); and an increase in the pension (20 shillings) dated 30/10/1963.signed L.G. Segrave, acting Registrar of Social Servicesphysical culture class, fitness, exercise