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Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Souvenir - Plate - Bicentenary of Australia, c. 1970
Ironstone is a porous earthenware, made of clay mixed with feldspar. Patented in 1813 by Charles James Mason in Staffordshire, England, it was an immediate success, and ironstone blanks were decorated with transfer patterns or hand painting to imitate Chinese porcelain.Alpine white English ironstone Wood & Sons, plate commemorating bicentenary of Australia, 1770-1970. Black and white depiction of HMS 'ENDEAVOUR', Capt. James Cook, Coats of Arms for states of Australia, Australian Coat of Arms; background of state floral emblems.Front: 'To commemorate the Bi-Centenary of the Discovery of Australia 1770-1970' - black, around inner rim Back: Short history of James Cook's voyage to Australia. History of HMB 'Endeavour'. Makers mark.celebration, souvenir, australian souvenir, 1970, 1770, bicentenary, ironstone, english ironstone -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - 'BENDIGO GOLDFIELD', 1936
Bendigo Goldfield. Produced by Mines Department Victoria Yellow cover with a map of Australia depicting the states and highlighting Victoria. Issued by Geo Brown Secretary of Mines. Underneath the Map is printed 'Mines Department, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1936. Maps at the back of book.Mines Department Victoriabendigo, mining, early history., bendigo - history, mining, and bendigo goldmines. -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Photograph, Ms Toby Pyle
A black and white photograph of Danang South Vietnam circa February 1969 American Associated Press War Correspondaent Ms Toby Pyle leaves the Danang United States Marines Press Centre to be ferried to an assignment with US Forces operating in 2 Corpsphotograph, ms toby pyle, american associated press, danang, us forces, 2 corps, gibbons collection catalogue -
Tennis Australia
Photographic print, Circa 1965
Black and white photograph of Rod Laver and another male tennis player (unidentified). Handwriting on reverse states: "Rod Laver at left' and 'Laver, Phillip-Moore'. However other man does not appear to be Barry Phillips-Moore. Materials: Paper, Photographic emulsiontennis -
Tennis Australia
Racquet, Circa 1983
A double-handled grey composite metal tennis racquet. No model or maker markings. Dymo sticker between handles states: PATENT 4861030. non-original grip tape on handles. Materials: Metal composite, Plastic, Adhesive tape, Nylon, Adhesive labeltennis -
Tennis Australia
Commemorative Gift, 1999
Large seashell mounted on a wood base. Label states: 'Tournoi International Les Petits Dauphins 1999 ler de la Coupe Des Nations...Offert par le Gouvernement de la Nouvelle-Caledonie'. Materials: Shell, Wood, Plastictennis -
Kilmore Historical Society
Photograph, 39 Sydney Street, Early 20th Century
21cm x 12.5cm building at 39 Sydney Street. The double story building has an ornate light-coloured facade. Arched windows on the ground floor and rectangle window with trim on the top floor. Signage on the building states "Colonial Bank of Australasia Limited"Written on the back: 396 12-86-17colonial bank, banks, banks and banking -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Letter - Re Request For Extension Of Time To Clear Site 3, 23.01.1962
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 dated 23rd January 1962 from the Management Committee declining Bob Hymans' request for an extension to the timeline to clear Site 3, the location of his former chairlift. This letter states that the site must be returned to its natural state by 31st January.falls creek tourist area management committee, chairlift site 3, bob hymans -
Hume City Civic Collection
Photograph, 1920
A similar image #296 states it is a photo of the Asylum taken in 1920.A b/w photograph of the Synbury Asylum (Caloola). Photo is framed and it is torn about 1/3 of the way across the bottom.sunbury asylum, hospital for the insane, department of mental health, caloola, george evans collection -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Book, Ward Lock & Co, From Log Cabin to White House by W M Thayer, 1885
The life of James A Garfield 20th President of the United States of America. Red Hard Cover: Black floral design. Title in Black Print. Author in red Print. on gold background. It Illustrations in red print on gold background. towards the bottom of the book Title and other print on spine in Red is raised.Inside: First Prize Awarded to Henry Dane for highest number of marks during the year 1885 in the 1st class Boys. Trinity Church of England Sunday School Stawellstawell education, biography -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Document - Invitation to the Opening of the Parliament of the Commonwealth by His Royal Highness the Duke of York and Cornwall, Tom Carrington, 1901
The Correspondent for The Argus on 10 May 1901 described the opening on 9 May as: "The Parliament of the Commonwealth was opened yesterday by the Duke, of Cornwall and York, under a Commission signed by Queen Victoria and subsequently endorsed by King Edward VII. The ceremony was marked by the splendour and solemn impressiveness which befitted its historic importance. An immense assemblage of spectators, drawn mainly, of course, from this state, but in part also from each of the other federated states, and including representatives of other portions of the British Empire and of foreign powers, thronged the spacious, stately, and joyously decorated edifice. The picture was magnificent. It must have printed itself indelibly on the sensitive minds of the thousands of Australians who were privileged to behold it. We may assume that artists will reproduce it in worthy and imperishable forms, and that from generation to generation it will be familiar in the households of the Commonwealth. Our children's children, we may gladly say to-day, will not be ashamed of the function which inaugurated the self-governing rights of the southern British Nation. Nothing was omitted which could add to the grandeur and significance of the occasion. In a broad sense the proceedings were perfectly intelligible to the vast and sympathetic gathering, though the natural limits of a single human voice had to be accepted. The King's son, with his consort and the Governor-General and Lady Hopetoun by his side, and supported by the Governors of the states and other eminent personages, fulfilled his doubly-attested Commission with a simple dignity and a modest manliness altogether admirable. The ceremony was a brilliant spectacle, and, in its sentiment and suggestiveness, an inspiration to a loyal and patriotic people."The document design has artistic and aesthetic merit. While it is not rare, it is representative of the kinds of formal designs used for the Australian Commonwealth celebrations at the time of Federation, and is in excellent condition. Such items as this invitation have local, state and national historic significance as mementoes of a key moment in Australia's history. Locally, the invitation is part of a group of Federation-related items issued to James Maitland Campbell (and his wife). Campbell was three times mayor of Kew in the second half of the 19th Century and the owner of Ramornie in Pakington Street, one of the significant extant mansions in Kew.A colour lithograph mounted on card which is an invitation to the Opening of the First Commonwealth Parliament of Australia, 9 May 1901. The invitation was sent to Mr J.M. & Mrs Campbell. John Longstaff and Norman Lindsay’s design for the invitation includes symbolic female figures and coats of arms of the British and Australian Commonwealth. The central figure represents Justice. At her feet a crown and sceptre are laid, ‘to denote that the monarch will always acquiesce in laws passed by Parliament, provided they are just.’ On the left appears a figure of Britannia, above the royal coat of arms and in front of the white cliffs of England; on the right is a female figure representing Australia, with one hand out-stretched and above the Australian Coat of Arms. Behind her is a pastoral scene; she stands beneath a gum tree. At the top is a border of waratahs; on the left is a border of oak. The six states are represented in shields at the bottom of the card.Front, printed. gold ink: "Opening of the Parliament of the Commonwealth By his Royal Highness The Duke of Cornwall and York / The Government of Victoria requests the honour of the presence of / Mr. J . M. and Mrs. Campbell (handwritten / At the Celebrations in Melbourne in connection with the Opening of the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia."parliament of australia -- 1901, royal exhibition building -- melbourne (vic), james maitland campbell -
Hume City Civic Collection
Photograph, 1/05/1982
A Boeing 707 from the United States of America is on the tarmac at Melbourne Airport with people awaiting thee arrival of the Vice-president of the United States of America, George Bush. A Ford Fairlane car with the driver waits to drive the president and his party when they leave the airport.A photograph of an aeroplane with a car parked on the tarmac.aircraft, automobiles, councillors, politicians, bush, george, premier of victoria, john cain, armstrong, lindsay douglas, kelly, john, shire of bulla, united states of america, george evans collection -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Picture Postcard Booklet, Souvenir of Cairo Album 32 views, circ. 1910
souvenir of Cairo prior to WW1 Photo Souvenir, issued prior WW1Album 32 Views - Souvenir of Cairo, the Outer cover is pink in color made of heavy ornate design with the photograph of a tribesman with the Pyramids in the distance. Inside is a series of 32 photographs of Cairo and surrounds.Inside back cover contains an inscription which states "To Mother, with Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. From Jack, Egypt 1915 -
Federation University Art Collection
Engraving, Creswick, 1888
William Crother FITLER (1857-1915) Born Philadelphia, United States of America Arrived Australia 1886 Died United States of America This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Hand colour engraving of Creswick, Central Victoria. art, artwork, w.c. fitler, fitler, william crothers fitler -
Federation University Art Collection
Ceramic - Artwork - Ceramics, Tim Moorehead, Platter by Tim Moorhead, 1985
Tim MOREHEAD Born United States of America Arrived Australia 1968 This work is part of the Jan Feder Memorial Ceramics Collection. Jan Feder was an alumna of the Gippsland Campus who studied ceramics on the campus. She passed away in the mid 1980s. Her student peers raised funds to buy ceramic works in her memory. They bought works from visiting lecturers who became leading ceramic artists around the world, as well as from many of the staff who taught there.ceramics, tim moorehead, artist, artwork, jan feder memorial ceramics collection, gippsland campus, tim moorhead -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Lithograph, The Schomberg
When the ship Schomberg was launched in 1855, she was considered the most perfect clipper ship ever to be built. James Blaine’s Black Ball Line had commissioned her to be built for their fleet of passenger liners. At a cost of £43,103, the Aberdeen builders designed her to sail faster than the quick clippers designed by North American Donald McKay. She was a three masted wooden clipper ship, built with diagonal planking of British oak with layers of Scottish larch. This luxury vessel was designed to transport emigrants to Melbourne in superior comfort. She had ventilation ducts to provide air to the lower decks and a dining saloon, smoking room, library and bathrooms for the first class passengers. At the launch of Schomberg’s maiden voyage, her master Captain ‘Bully’ Forbes, drunkenly predicted that he would make the journey between Liverpool and Melbourne in 60 days. Schomberg departed Liverpool on 6 October 1855 with 430 passengers and 3000 tons cargo including iron rails and equipment intended the build the Geelong Railway and a bridge over the Yarra from Melbourne to Hawthorn. The winds were poor as Schomberg sailed across the equator, slowing her journey considerably. She was 78 days out of Liverpool when she ran aground on a sand-spit near Peterborough, Victoria, on 27 December; the sand spit and the currents were not marked on Forbes’s map. Overnight, the crew launched a lifeboat to find a safe place to land the ship’s passengers. The scouting party returned to Schomberg and advised Forbes that it was best to wait until morning because the rough seas could easily overturn the small lifeboats. The ship’s Chief Officer spotted SS Queen at dawn and signalled the steamer. The master of the SS Queen approached the stranded vessel and all of Schomberg’s passengers were able to disembark safely. The Black Ball Line’s Melbourne agent sent a steamer to retrieve the passengers’ baggage from the Schomberg. Other steamers helped unload her cargo until the weather changed and prevented the salvage teams from accessing the ship. Local merchants Manifold & Bostock bought the wreck and cargo, but did not attempt to salvage the cargo still on board the ship. They eventually sold it on to a Melbourne businessman and two seafarers. After two of the men drowned when they tried to reach Schomberg, salvage efforts were abandoned.32 In 1975, divers from Flagstaff Hill, including Peter Ronald, found an ornate communion set at the wreck. The set comprised a jug, two chalices, a plate and a lid. The lid did not fit any of the other objects and in 1978 a piece of the lid broke off, revealing a glint of gold. As museum staff carefully examined the lid and removed marine growth, they found a diamond ring, which is currently on display in the Great Circle Gallery.33 Flagstaff Hill also holds ship fittings and equipment, personal effects, a lithograph, tickets and photograph from the Schomberg. Most of the artefacts were salvaged from the wreck by Peter Ronald, former director of Flagstaff Hill. The Schomberg, which is on the Victorian Heritage Register (VHR S612), has great historical significance as a rare example of a large, fast clipper ship on the England to Australia run, carrying emigrants at the time of the Victorian gold rush. She represents the technical advances made to break sailing records between Europe and Australia. Flagstaff Hill’s collection of artefacts from the Schomberg is significant for its association with the shipwreck, The collection is primarily significant because of the relationship between the objects, as together they have a high potential to interpret the story of the Schomberg. It is archaeologically significant as the remains of an international passenger Ship. It is historically significant for representing aspects of Victoria’s shipping history and for its association with the shipwreck and the ship, which was designed to be fastest and most luxurious of its day Lithograph of the Schomberg. The vessel is partially rigged with a buoy in the foreground. Behind the vessel are a number of small boats. The writing on the lithograph states "The Schomberg, GALOP Dedicated to Mrs Charles Schomberg (of Liverpool) by Chas D'Albert" Two names BRANDARD and M & N HANHART.IMP on bottom of lithograph.warrnambool, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, schomberg, shipwrecked-artefact, clipper ship, black ball line, 1855 shipwreck, aberdeen clipper ship, captain forbes, peterborough shipwreck, ss queen, brandard, lithograph, m & n hanhart.imp -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Document, Giant steps for mankind: 3 Platoon, Alfa Co, 6 RAR in Light Green, South Vietnam
Dave recounts an incident during the Vietnam war when he and the others in his platoon were searching for mines (M16A1 landmines) & many soldiers were injured or killed. The song, 'I was only 19' was written about the men of 3 platoon he states.vietnam war, 1961-1975 - veterans - australia, 6 rar -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Tool - PITTOCK COLLECTION: SEVEN TIMBER HAND SAWS
Pittock collection: seven hand saws, range of saw teeth for timber finishes (fine to course teeth). Various states of repair, two with broken handles One fine bladed hand saw Items stored in Pittock coach builder's box, reference 13000.1. -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Photograph, USO Entertains
A black and white photograph - This was possibly the only official United States Government sponsored USO show to visit the Australian troops in Vietnam. Here members of the Fred Thompson Show entertain Diggers at 1st Australian Task Force Base,, Nui Dat, Luscombe Bowlphotograph, entertainers, digger, 1 atf, nui dat, luscombe bowl, gibbons collection catalogue, digger -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, 22 Elder Street, Blackburn, 2017
A Blackburn home at 22 Elder Street, believed to be the first constructed in the street, will be auctioned by Woodards. The block originally sold in 1927 on which the article states eight thousand five hundred pounds which would be a typo and should read eight hundred and fifty pounds.elder street, blackburn no. 22, woodards -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Ire over direction of Path Plan, 2016
The Blackburn Village Residents' Group wants a bike and pedestrian path along the north side of the railway line instead of the south side as proposed by council but the Whitehorse Council states this is not sensible.The Blackburn Village Residents' Group wants a bike and pedestrian path along the north side of the railway line instead of the south side as proposed by council but the Whitehorse Council states this is not sensible. Another option the Group would prefer is the lowering of the tracks and the station to create a plaza there.The Blackburn Village Residents' Group wants a bike and pedestrian path along the north side of the railway line instead of the south side as proposed by council but the Whitehorse Council states this is not sensible.city of whitehorse, blackburn railway crossing, blackburn village residents' group, morrison, david -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Print - Framed print of USS MISSOURI
USS Missouri (BB-63) is an Iowa-class battleship and was the third ship of the United States Navy to be named after the U.S. state of Missouri. Missouri was the last battleship commissioned by the United States and is best remembered as the site of the surrender of the Empire of Japan, which ended World War II.Missouri received a total of 11 battle stars for service in World War II, Korea, and the Persian Gulf, and was finally decommissioned on 31 March 1992 after serving a total of 17 years of active service, but remained on the Naval Vessel Register until her name was struck in January 1995. In 1998, she was donated to the USS Missouri Memorial Association and became a museum ship at Pearl Harbor.Rectangular shaped glass covered framed print with gold border -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Slide - Colour transparency
Inscription on the plaque : "A tree that looks at God all day and lifts her leafy arms to pray." United States Marine Corps 1st Marine Division This tree is to commemorate the friendship established between the United States marines and the citizens of Ballaarat during their sojourn here in early 1943.View of the gardens with the sculpture of Wallace and the statuary pavilion.ballarat botanical gardens, trees, parks, lawns, flowers, pathways, plaque, memorial, united states, navy, marine corps, friendship, 1943, glove, anchor -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Slide - Colour transparency
Inscription on the plaque : "A tree that looks at God all day and lifts her leafy arms to pray." United States Marine Corps 1st Marine Division This tree is to commemorate the friendship established between the United States marines and the citizens of Ballaarat during their sojourn here in early 1943.View of the gardens with the sculpture of Wallace and the statuary pavilion.ballarat botanical gardens, trees, parks, lawns, flowers, pathways, plaque, memorial, united states, navy, marine corps, friendship, 1943, glove, anchor -
Plutarch Project
16mm Portable Optical & Magnetic Sound Projector, circa 1950's
One of the three projectors used in every trip was this 16mm Portable Projector, which was used taken to about 60 towns and cities around Australia, as Mr Yiannoudes states. This projector is in working condition serviced by Mr Yiannoudes himself regularly. It is an optical and magnetic sound projector, a rare one of its type.Primary historic significance as well as rarity significanceFrom January 1959 and until 1982, “Cosmopolitan Motion Pictures”, owned by Mr Peter Yannoudes (Παναγιώτης Γιαννούδης) and Mr Stathis Raftopoulos (Στάθης Ραφτόπουλος) travelled around Australia to entertain the Greek, Turkish, Indian and Yugoslav speaking population of Australia and provide a significant cinema culture. They travelled as far as Perth in WA, Adelaide in SA, Tasmania, Darwin in Nt, Canberra in ACT and Sydney and NSW. However they found themselves also in places like Berri and Renmark in NSW, where concentrations of migrants lived and thrived during the period. Initially they were travelling by train, carrying all their equipment by hand and placing them in boxes and suitcases. However after 1962 when they acquired their first automobile, travelling became less of a burden, nevertheless cumbersome and laborious. They carried with them initially two portable projectors (second one as a backup) and at times travelled with a third in order to ensure that technology will not be letting them down at the time of film projection. At times the films were projected onto a white sheet of cloth because there was no proper screen to project it on at the venue they were using. One of the three projectors used in every trip was this 16mm Portable Projector, which was used taken to about 60 towns and cities around Australia, as Mr Yiannoudes states. This projector is in working condition serviced by Mr Yiannoudes himself regularly. It is an optical and magnetic sound projector, a rare one of its type. Apart from this projector these items were taken on each trip. -a- 3 projectors in total -b- 2 tripod stands -c- 1 20 feet x 10 feet screen -d- 6 projector lamps and 2 exider lamps for sound -e- 2 extra lamps per film to be shown -f- 1 film rewinder (see rewinder in same collection)Siemensprojector, film, magnetic, sound, optical, language, greek, siemens, german, γιαννούδης, προβολέας, yiannoudes, plutarch -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Document - Plans To Modify & Extend Chair Lift, 07.11.1960
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 reflects the relationship between Bob Hymans and the Management Committee.A letter from the Management Committee Falls Creek in relation to his application to modify his chairlift. It states that other people went to the effort of committing proposals to paper and that Bob Hymans should have done the same. The plan submitted by Falls Creek Ski Tows Pty. Ltd. had been accepted. This precluded any of Bob's proposals. It also states that the Committee was reluctant to deal with any further applications from Mr Hymans until he dealt with other outstanding matters. These included lodging a complete proposal for his restaurant and also storage of equipment within the boundaries of his licensed area.falls creek tourist area management committee, chairlift proposals, planning, bob hymans -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPHS WW1, c.WW1
2772.15 Text on rear states, "Evans, McGrath, Burginton laying cable, Bruni" .1) - .14) Black & white photos, unknown. .15) Black & white photo, Bruni .16) - .18) Black & white photos, Baalbek, Syria. .19) - .34) Black & white photos, Palestine. .35) - .38) Black & white photos, Tripoli. .39) - .61) Black & white photos, Cairo.photography-photographs, military history - army, passchendaele barracks trust -
Bendigo Military Museum
Uniform - LEGGINGS, LEATHER, c. 1915
Original display card states - "Gaiters. Lt Cedric Thomas. Served at Gallipoli.".1) .2) Pair of leather uniform leggings, at the top is an adjustable strapgaiters, uniform, leggings -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Card - Pledge card, Presbyterian Fellowship of Australia
The card states that the aim of the PFA is "to unite youth in the fellowship and service of the Kingdom of God"White Presbyterian Fellowship of Australia card with blue PFA symbol and text.presbyterian fellowship australia, presbyterian church of australia -
Ambulance Victoria Museum
Photograph, St John Ambulance Station, 1913 to 1919
inscription on back of photograph states '1913 to 1919 25/- per week' (wages?)Black and white photograph of a St John Ambulance Station with two cars in garage and two ambulance officers in front.ST JOHN AMBULANCE 3354 671