In the early 19th century, infant gowns were modelled on dresses worn by adult women. Gowns were typically made of fine white linen or cotton, and often trimmed with tucks, lace, whitework embroidery, and other handwork. The Kew Historical Society's collection includes over twenty-five gowns dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. This christening gown was worn by one or more of the Weir children.This is one of ten items of clothing, worn by infants in the Weir family of Broken Hill between 1891 and 1910. They are part of the larger Weir Family collection of clothing, documents and photographs gifted to the Kew Historical Society by their descendants. Due to their known provenence, the gowns are historically and aesthetically significant in that they can be accurately dated to an 19-year-period, allowing other comparable items of infant's and children's clothing to be dated to an earlier, silmilar or later period. They also exemplify the styles and decorative techniques used for christening gowns, infant's and children's clothing of the period.Long, fine white cotton christening gown. The high-necked, short-sleeved bodice has a number of decorative elements. These include an extesive use of white work on the sleeves, bodice and gown. Tight ruching at the waist allows a central panel of white work to be framed by the larger panel which acts as a polonnaise. This contains the finest workmanship of the christening gowns and infants clothing in the Weir Collection and may date to 1891.Nilceremonial clothing, children's wear, baptismal clothing, victorian historical themes — 8.6 marking the phases of life, christening gown

Tin used between 1950's - 1960'sRound tin Lactogen. "The Natural Milk food for infants and invalids - Net weight 2 pounds". Feeding table for infants printed on the tin indicating amount of spoonsful of powder and water for varying ages of babies. Includes directions for mixing, advice for invalids and nursing mothers. see photos, on lid rim "Should be used by date embossed on the bottom.

Worn by family of late Mrs. W.J. SebireWhite infant's long Christening gown - eyelet linen with tucked panels. Puffed sleeves. Cotton Batiste.christening clothing, baby clothing

In the early 19th century, infant gowns were modelled on dresses worn by adult women. Gowns were typically made of fine white linen or cotton, and often trimmed with tucks, lace, whitework embroidery, and other handwork. The Kew Historical Society's collection includes over twenty-five gowns dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. This gown was worn by one or more of the Weir children.This is one of ten items of clothing, worn by infants in the Weir family of Broken Hill between 1899 and 1910. They are part of the larger Weir Family collection of clothing, documents and photographs gifted to the Kew Historical Society by their descendants. Due to their known provenence, the gowns are historically and aesthetically significant in that they can be accurately dated to an 11-year-period, allowing other comparable items of infant's and children's clothing to be dated to an earlier, silmilar or later period. They also exemplify the styles and decorative techniques used for christening gowns, infant's and children's clothing of the period.Long, white cotton infant's gown. This high-necked gown with elbow length sleeves is less ornate than the three christening gowns in the Weir Family Collection, indicating that it was used for daily wear by one of the Weir children in the first six months of their life. The looser ruching at the waist would indicate a later date in the period 1899-1910. The gown includes a triangular panel of lace at the front of the bodice and a band of ruffled fabric at the hem..Nilchildren's wear

In the early 19th century, infant gowns were modelled on dresses worn by adult women. Gowns were typically made of fine white linen or cotton, and often trimmed with tucks, lace, whitework embroidery, and other handwork. The Kew Historical Society's collection includes over twenty-five gowns dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. This gown was worn by one or more of the Weir children.This is one of ten items of clothing, worn by infants in the Weir family of Broken Hill between 1899 and 1910. They are part of the larger Weir Family collection of clothing, documents and photographs gifted to the Kew Historical Society by their descendants. Due to their known provenence, the gowns are historically and aesthetically significant in that they can be accurately dated to an 11-year-period, allowing other comparable items of infant's and children's clothing to be dated to an earlier, silmilar or later period. They also exemplify the styles and decorative techniques used for christening gowns, infant's and children's clothing of the period.Long, white cotton infant's gown. This high-necked gown with elbow length sleeves is less ornate than the three christening gowns in the Weir Family Collection, indicating that it was used for daily wear by one of the Weir children in the first six months of their life. The looser ruching at the waist would indicate a later date in the period 1899-1910. The gown includes a triangular panel of lace at the front of the bodice and a band of ruffled fabric at the hem.Nilchildren's wear

In the early 19th century, infant gowns were modelled on dresses worn by adult women. Gowns were typically made of fine white linen or cotton, and often trimmed with tucks, lace, whitework embroidery, and other handwork. The Kew Historical Society's collection includes over twenty-five gowns dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. This gown was worn by one or more of the Weir children.This is one of ten items of clothing, worn by infants in the Weir family of Broken Hill between 1899 and 1910. They are part of the larger Weir Family collection of clothing, documents and photographs gifted to the Kew Historical Society by their descendants. Due to their known provenence, the gowns are historically and aesthetically significant in that they can be accurately dated to an 11-year-period, allowing other comparable items of infant's and children's clothing to be dated to an earlier, silmilar or later period. They also exemplify the styles and decorative techniques used for christening gowns, infant's and children's clothing of the period.Long, white cotton infant's gown. This high-necked gown with elbow length sleeves is less ornate than the three christening gowns in the Weir Family Collection, indicating that it was used for daily wear by one of the Weir children in the first six months of their life. The looser ruching at the waist would indicate a later date in the period 1899-1910. The gown includes a triangular panel of lace at the front of the bodice and a band of ruffled fabric at the hem.Nilchildren's wear

sepia photograph, mounted on grey board. Two small children - one boy standing at left, infant sitting in cane chair at right. Infant wearing large lace collar, frilled sleeves. Boy wearing suit with large lace collar, dark boots. Studio portraitAlan Spicer, Bendigocottage, miners

Black and white photographCatalogue card reads, "Infant Welfare Centre at rear of Bowling Green, 22/11/72".

From the Chapman family photograph albumPhotograph on card backing Infant boy sitting in tartan dress with lace apron and white tied up booties. Bob

Coloured photo of Rear of Maternal & Infant Health Centre, Mitcham. Centre was demolished and is now a carpark for railway users.maternal & child health centre, mitcham.

Made by Isobel McNamara from recycled silk. Hand embroidered & crochet edging. Infant silk petticoat made from night dress. C 1965 -1967. Embroidered with hand crochet edging. Nilinfant clothing, silk embroidery, recycled clothing, heather mcnamara

" ... the foundation-stone of the new church at Koroit was laid by Bishop Goold on New Year's Day, 1867. It was said of Fr. Parle that his one. fault was "extravagant ideas of church building," and to his vision must be attributed what was called at the time "the most magnificent and costly ecclesiastical building in the Western District." Altogether about £6000 was spent on the Koroit church, a large sum in those days. It entailed much delay while the money was being collected, and Fr. Parle did not live to see the completion of the great work he had undertaken. .. " (The Advocate, 13 August 1947.)Colour photography of a bluestone church known as Infant Jesus and presbytery. Includes stained glass windows and interior shots.koroit, catholic church, infant jesus catholic church, presbytery

Part of collection donated to the Museum by Mr. Bernard Grayden. 1975HMAS Australia in Western Port, viewed from Main Street, Cowes. (note tree guards around infant cypresses).local history, military history, navy, naval vessels, cowes, phillip island, black & white postcard, hmas australia, western port, cypresses

East Ringwood 2000-Maroondah Infant Welfare Centre in Laurence Grove- B&W Photo from Album 6501

Clothing, One cream coloured infant's sock. Ribbed top and patterned leg and top of sock. Old box 524.costume, children's, cream coloured sock.

The first Mitcham State School was erected in 1888 on the site that is now (2012) Coles Supermarket. The current brick building in Mitcham Road was first used in 1929.Mounted black and white photograph of the infants attending Mitcham State School - date unknown. Fence and large tree behind.mitcham state school no 2904, mitcham primary school no 2904

Reader for primary school studentsRobertson's Federal Readers Second Infant Reader. Grey book with sketch of three children, a koala and have trees on the cover.Robertson's Federal Readerseducation, author e pye

Book used by donor's parents in the 1950s.Recipe booklet cookery for the Infant and Pre-school child. Also diet sheet for 10 -12 months baby as supplement.Department of Health Victoriadepartment of health victoria, recipes - infants, child care

Robertson's Federal Readers. First infant reader by E. Pye. White with blue writing and illustration of children under a tree.Cost 8 dbooks, childrens books

Photo with ducks superimposed and pencilled note "Ducks on Ringwood Bowling Green"Written on back of photograph, "Shows first section of bowling club and infant cypress. Houses in Adelaide St."

Infant's Cream silk jacket. Round neck and 3/4 length sleeves. Lace edging around all edges.Tie at neck.costume, children's

Black and white photograph Sister Holmes, and baby Cowan sitting in weighing machine, at the Infant Welfare Centre. Lakes Entrance Victoriacommunity facilities, childrens services

Newspaper cuttings and photographsRingwood Mail December 14, 1961 - Retirement of Miss Daisy Paddock - Infant Mistress. Ringwood Mail May 29, 1941 - Farewell to Miss Paddock. Ringwood Mail - Ringwood acclaims the best infant mistress. Ringwood Mail August, 1974 - Ringwood loses a respected resident. The Sun March 9, 1957- She's Victoria's best infant teacher. Photograph- Miss Daisy Paddock with the Lilian Horner prize.

Black and white photographWritten on backing sheet, "Old Infant Welfare Centre, Civic Place, 1963". Now Eastland parking space.

Given to Anne, daughter of donor, on the occasion of her christening - 1952Silver baby's spoon with design engraved on handle, Spoon at right angles to handle. Matching silver pusher.Cavalier EPNS Sheffield England.domestic items, cutlery, infants

Glass Baby Feeding BottleMeasurements in Ounces Man's Pyrex Branddomestic items, infants, feeding bottle

Helen Isobel Janet Mack was born to parents Gilbert Bailee Nicol and Lizzie (or Lillie) Mary Nicol (nee Jellie) at Woodford, Victoria or Rose Hill Warrong, in approx. 1895. Her mother's parents were James and Sarah Jane Jellie (nee Bower) Her father's parents were Gilbert and Jane Boili Nicol (nee Jelllie) She lived her life here at least until her first marriage. She firstly married a Mr LIndsay and they had two daughters - Helen and Jane. They were later divorced. On 16th February 1935, Helen married Ronald William Mack (a pioneering family of Warrnambool) at the Registry Office in Collins St. Melbourne. They had a son James. It appears Helen lived at 52 Banyan St, including while her husband was absent, until her death. Her husband Ronald William Mack was born in Warrnambool in 1904. He joined the Australian Imperial Forces and was based in the Middle East during some of WW11 and returned to Warrnambool in approx 1943 due to injury. He was involved in the community, and politics and was elected to the Legislative Council in 1955. Janet died on 10th April, 1957, aged 55 years, her funeral leaving Christ Church on April 11th. Her husband had erected in Christ Church, a Memorial Stained Glass window in her memory. Her husband was eventually Knighted (in 1967) while he was Minister for Health of which his main focus was on the mentally ill and the aged. He was then Sir Ronald William Mack. First wife of Sir Ronald William Mack. Stained glass, lancet window, north wall, Hammond Fellowship Centre, Christ Church. Depiction of the Nativity with Mary , Joseph and the infant Jesus"Peace... Goodwill Towards Men"/ To the Glory of God/ and in memory of Helen Isobel Janet Mack,/ who died on 10th April 1957./ The gift of her husband.

Queen Victoria Gardens, Bendigo. Former Bendigo infant welfare centre that sat over the Bendigo Creek, Bendigo RSL in back ground.slide, bendigo, queen victoria gardens