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Vision Australia
Badge - Object, RVIB Treasurer badge, 1970-1985
A Treasurer badge was struck to identify this important role in the sighted community. These consisted of a rectangle with the words 'Treasurer' in gold writing on a pale blue background and 'RVIB' written in gold against a blue background. 1 metal pin with gold writingroyal victorian institute for the blind, badges -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, Education Department: Memorandum to A A W Steane, 1907, 31/07/1907
Typed letter on note paper with Education Department letterhead. Letter "R" in ink at top left corner Signed on behalf of the Secretary. a a w steane, woodwork, sloyd centre, leave of absence, ballarat east, minister of public instruction, england, germany -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Document, Board of Land & Works 9 Feb 1869 Certify Improvements to land re Charles Stonehouse & James Carlisle, Circa 1870
This letter certifies that substantial and permanent improvements have been made to land in the Parish of Tallangatta Lot 50, which is near Allansford. The lease was to Charles Stonehouse.Part of a collection of letters relating to the Bostock family.Blue lined foolscap size sheet with writing in black ink. Writing is sideways on the backSigned by J M Grant, S Hopkinsallansford, charles stonehouse, james carlisle -
Seaworks Maritime Museum
Wooden bear
Wooden bear with fish in its mouth carved from dark wood with Chinese writing on the underside of its foot, standing upon a wooden base Chinese writing on the underside of its foot "PMA 0137" -
Numurkah & District Historical Society
Brown Writing Case
Leather writing case includes written information about the Boothroyd familyBrown leather writing case (folio) containing information about the Boothroyd familyboothroyd family, leather writing case, letters -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, Allan Charles Quinn, 19/09/1949
Allan writes of his trip from New York with five others in a 1942 Plymouth. He describes "..magnificent highways..", the very hot weather, and that "New Mexico and Arizona have been the most spectacular states with their deserts and mountains and colours".Quinn CollectionPale green self-folding letter written with green ink (0823), headed Yuma, Arizona and dated 02/10/49.The letter is from Allan to his mother.letters-from-abroad, quinn, 1949, new mexico, arizona -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, Allan Charles Quinn, 22/10/1949
Allan writes that in order to reach Australia he signed on to the Mongabarra at San Pedro but when the ship reached San Francisco he had to sign off and let the seaman, who had been ordered before Allan signed on in San Pedro, take his place. Had he been able to stay with the ship he would have been in Australia by Christmas.Quinn CollectionPale green self-folding letter written with green ink (0826), headed San Francisco and dated 22/10/49.The letter is from Allan to his mother.letters-from-abroad, quinn, 1949, mongabarra -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, 28/11/1949
Allan writes it is three months now that he has been ashore waiting to sign onto another ship and most of his savings have been used up. He has met up with several old friends when their ships have docked in San Francisco. He has spent some time with is friend Norm Cowley, who has married and settled in San Francisco. Quinn CollectionPale green self-folding letter written with green ink (0831.a) headed San Francisco and dated 28/11/49.The letter is from Allan to his mother.letters-from-abroad, quinn, 1949, san francisco, norm cowley -
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne Archives
Postcard, C.W. Series, Melbourne, St Vincent's Hospital, Victoria Parade, Fitzroy, Circa 1914
The postcard shows St Vincent's Hospital, on the northern side of Victoria Parade, Fitzroy, circa 1914. At left is the original hospital building, a converted terrace house, alongside the first purpose-built wing opened 1905 and the Cullen Wing (with facilities for medical students and residents) on the right. A group of two men and three boys stands on the footpath outside the Cullen Wing and a car is parked outside the main hospital building in the centre of the photograph. The reverse of the postcard is a letter from a niece to her uncle and aunt detailing their day trip into Melbourne, the places they saw, the people they met and the activities they took part in.This postcard is significant since it provides a rare view of the hospital from this location at this point in its history.Black and white postcard showing photograph of St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne on the front and a letter is written in pencil on the reverse.On the reverse is a handwritten letter in pencil from a niece to her aunt and uncle about a day trip they took into Melbourne. The message is dated January 27, 1914.st vincent's hospital melbourne, streetviews, postcards, hospital buildings, fitzroy -
Bendigo Military Museum
Letter - KINGS LETTER WW2, 1944
Letter to VX11397 William GOODMAN after release from POW Camp from King George, Barcelona, 17.5.1944. Refer Cat No 3568 for his service history.“Crest embossed at top of letter”letter, king, home -
Vision Australia
Textile - Object, Association for the Blind New Beginnings long sleeve tshirt
Royal blue faded tshirt with 'New Beginnings' and 'Association for the Blind' in white writingRoyal blue faded tshirt with 'New Beginnings' and 'Association for the Blind' in white writingAssociation for the Blind New Beginnings TMassociation for the blind, advertising -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph, Legatee event
The letter from Eric Harding to Legacy President Ron Foskett in 1978 was in response to a call for information and photos for the archive that was being compiled. Legatees Frank Doolan and Brian Armstrong were making an attempt to collect items relevant to Legacy's history for an official archive project The letter suggests L/- Eric Harding provided a photo in which Cyril Smith, Dudley Treagent and others appear but that photo was not with the letter. It also referenced the photo that appears here, with of a group of people at a weekend party at Ocean Grove. No names are identified but it must have been a Legacy event for it to be sent to the archive project. It could be Legatees and their wives and children socialising together at a weekend event in Ocean Grove. Legatee Eric Harding OBE, MM, was also a member of the Limbless Soldiers' Association of Victoria as he lost a leg as a gunner in France in WW1. He served with the Australian Field Artillery in the original Anzac Corps. Despite loosing a leg he was active enough to ride with a Light Horse Party at the head of Melbourne's 1975 Anzac Day march. (Source Trove 18/4/1975)The photo shows that Legatees and their families socialised together. Also that the archive project in the 1970s approached legatees for items to be included in the archive.Black and white photo of a group of people in Ocean Grove and a letter from L/- Eric Harding.Handwritten on reverse of photo is 'No. 2' in blue pen. Letter is signed 'Dear Ron / Warm regards. Yours sincerely, Eric. / P.S. Another photo print No.2 is enclosed . This was a weekend party at Ocean Grove. I can pick out may wife but no others.' in blue pen.legatee event, founding legatee -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, 20/5/46
Letter written from Allan Quinn to his mother in 1946 depicting his time sailing across Europe.These letters are of historical, social and interpretive significance as they provide information about the life of a seaman during the mid 20th century. Two page, double sided letter (0326.A1-A2) written in blue ink. Dated 20/05/46 while at sea and envelope (0326.B)Envelope: "Mrs S Quinn/San Lorenzo/63 Ocean Beach/Manly N.S.W/Australia" There are 5 postage stamps running along the right hand side, as well as two ink stamps. Letter: Sky Mail symbol on top left hand cornerallan quinn, mission to seafarers, 1946, europe -
Torquay and District Historical Society
framed letter
This letter acknowledges help given to the British people by Australians after WW 11. In this case Torquay Golf Club in Victoria Australia sent its President, Mr Vary, with gifts of food to help supplement the 'somewhat restricted menus' of the people of Torquay, Devon, England. Typed letter/testimonial with large red seal and personally signed. Located in a black frame with gold edge. Letter to members of the Torquay Golf Club Australia expressing gratitude for 'generous assistance', such as 'food gifts', given during post war years. Seal of the Borough of Torquay, Devon, England. Signed by Mayor and Justice of the Peace for the Borough. Dated 13th July 1949. postwar, torquay golf club, mr vary, torquay victoria australia, torquay devon england -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Uniform, Navy, Mess Jacket White
White double breasted mess jacket, Four gold buttons, Shoulder flash of Australia in blue writing, Shoulder flash of Australia in blue writing, Tag on inside, Superior Fit Uniforms -
Merbein District Historical Society
Painting - Watercolour, Wytt R. Morro, Golden Bower, The Original Artwork by Wytt Morro 1955, 1955
Wytt. R. MorroRectangular framed artwork made of a circular watercolour depicting a golden bower bird and below writing in circle.2nd circle writing: Golden Bower, The Original Artwork by Wytt Morro 1955wytt r. morro, golden bower bird, 1955, wine labels, mildara wines, mildara, merbein -
Bendigo Military Museum
Document - BEER RATION TICKET
Servicemen allocated beer ticket for ration of beer and to return empty bottles. Issued by Dai Nipon Brewery. Item in the collection of Richard William McGILVERY, RAAF. Refer Cat No. 7287P for his service details, photos and awards.Small ticket on white paper with black writing. Instructions on one side. Blank on the other side and punch holes in shape of a letter 'U' and letter 'T' through ticket. Some writing is in Japanese and brewery identified.Titled "Beer for use of Allied Forces only". beer ration, bcof -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, 8/12/45
A letter written from Charles Quinn to his mother in 1945 containing details about how homesick Allan Quinn is and how much he longs to see his mother in Brisbane. This letter is of historical, social and interpretive significance as it provides information about the life of a seaman during the mid 20th century.Single page, double sided letter (0302.A1) written on beige paper and envelope (0302.B).Inscription on top right hand corner of letter: "M.I. Goonawarra/Brisbane Q 8-12-45" Inscription on envelope: "Mrs. S. Quinn/San Lorenzo/63 Ocean Beach/Manly N.S.W." The airmail symbol is evident on the top right hand corner of the envelope and there are three stamps in the same corner,allan quinn, mission to seafarers, 1945, letter, sydney -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, 09/11/1949
Allan mentions he has met dozens of Australians on the beach in San Francisco.Quinn CollectionPale blue self-folding letter written with dark blue ink (0829.a) headed San Francisco and dated 09/11/49.The letter is from Allan to his mother.letters-from-abroad, quinn, 1949, san francisco -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, Sympathy note From Jessie Wood concerning the Death of Frank Wright, 1970, 18/11/1970
Frank Wright was a renown resident of Smeaton, where he was born on 2 August 1901. He lived at Laura Villa, and attended Smeaton State School. His father William was a gold miner and his mother's name was Sarah. Their family won many singing and instrumental awards. Frank was tutored by Percy Code and was awarded a gold medal for the highest marks in the ALCM examinations in the British Colonies at the age of seventeen years. He became the Australian Open Cornet Champion by the age of eighteen. A year later, Frank conducted the City of Ballarat Band, and later the Ballarat Soldiers’ Memorial Band. He formed the Frank Wright Frisco Band and Frank Wright and his Coliseum Orchestra. These bands won many South Street awards, and Frank as conductor won many awards in the Australian Band Championship contest. In 1933 Frank Wright sailed to England to conduct the famous St Hilda’s Band and was later appointed Musical Director of the London County Council, where he organized many amazing concerts in parks, in and around the London district. He was made Professor of Brass and Military Band Scoring and conducted at the Guildhall of Music and Drama. Frank was often invited to adjudicate Brass Band Championships around Europe, in Australia, including South Street and in New Zealand. The Frank Wright Medal at the Royal South Street competition is awarded to an individual recognized as making an outstanding contribution to brass music in Australia.1). Letter of condolence from Jessie Wood, addressed to the Executors to the late Frank Wright Esq. hand written in thick black pen on note paper with a printed address at the top. 2). Envelope hand addressed.Hand written letter.frank wright, letter of condolence, jessie wood -
Vision Australia
Badge - Object, Association for the Advancement of the Blind representative badge
These metal badges consist of silver writing (Association for the Advancement of the Blind) around the outside and the word 'Representative' between two lines in the middle, against a dark blue enamel background. It is the only identification badge held in the collection for the AAFB, which became the Association For the Blind in 1960. Metal badge with silver writingbadges, association for the advancement of the blind -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, 03/04/1950
The writer refers to Allan's and her own family members and is thought to be a relative; more research is needed. She also writes ".....I suppose you've heard all about the floods here, winter certainly is settling in early ....".Quinn CollectionA single page of unlined pale blue paper folded in book form to give four pages of writing (0836.a). Letter is headed Nurses Home, Alfred Hospital, Prahran and dated 3.04.1950. Matching envelope (0836.b) is addressed to M.S. Mongabarra, C/- Elder Smith & Co., Adelaide. 'Adelaide' has been crossed out and an indecipherable port, possibly Port Lincoln, has been added by a different writer and in darker ink. Envelope bears three red, two and halfpenny Australian stamps franked Melbourne. The letter commences "Dear Allan......" and is signed "Yours June". letters-from-abroad, quinn -
Bendigo Military Museum
Flag - FLAG - IMPERIAL JAPANESE, c.1939-1945
The flag was captured by R. Thompson VX62115, 42nd Aust Landing Craft Coy. 2 AIF. Rectangular silk flag grey in colour with a solid red circle in the centre which is 40cm in diameter. The red circle is surrounded by Japanese writing in black ink. A large black ink stain is along one edge. Japanese writing - handwritten in black ink.flags, imperial japanese army, world war 2 -
Bendigo Military Museum
Letter - LETTER, WW1
"Pte James W. FRAKEL"23020 was a member of the 1st Battalion Norfolk Regiment during WW1. His brother John requested that he give some details of the time since his enlistment. The letter is quite a detailed account from his enlistment to his injury and demob. Moved to Australia 19201, Tattered original letter from Pte James Farrel, from Feb 4th 1916, describing his history in the Army. Written on brown paper in small neat hand writing. Some pages torn in half. In total 20 pages. 2. Photocopy of the original letter on letter size paper over 10 pages. Copy in black and white with extra copy of 1st page in colour. 3. Transcription of letter over 6 pages (3 sheets double sided).ww1, norfolk regiment, james w. frakel -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Letter Book 4, 1901, 1908
This letter book has letters, invoices, sketch maps and plans and dates from 1908 to 1910. It came from the office of John William Crawley Junior, an engineer, architect and surveyor in private practice in Warrnambool and also the official engineer of the Shire of Warrnambool from 1895 to 1935. His father, brother and son were also engineers and worked in that capacity or as the Shire Secretary for the Shire of Warrnambool, with the Crawley family members recording a total of 132 years of service to the Shire. The letter book was passed on to John Crawley’s son, Rolf, Engineer for the Shire of Warrnambool from 1935 to 1968. The letter book then came into the possession of Michael Hand who took over the private surveying business of Rolf Crawley in Warrnambool and the Warrnambool and District Historical Society has acquired the letter book, one of several Crawley ledgers, from the Michael Hand estate. This letter book is of considerable significance as it contains maps, plans, sketches and written information on the work of John William Crawley, the engineer for the Shire of Warrnambool for 40 years. This is a black-covered letter book with copies of letters and field maps and plans and an alphabetical listing at the front. Some of the letters are invoices for work carried out. The leather section of the front cover has been almost completely torn away and the binding is mended with adhesive tape. There are some torn pages. The front page has a signature and a mauve stamp. ‘Letter Book’ ‘J.Wm. Crawley (Private)’ ‘ Rolf L. Crawley, Civil Engineer, Drainage and Water Supply Engineer, Licensed Surveyor, Registered Architect, Warrnambool’ ‘4’ rolf crawley, warrnambool, john william crawley, junior, warrnambool, history of warrnambool -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Letter - Correspondence, 09/01/1951
Allan writes that he had '...a marvellous time in Norway over Xmas and the New Year.' He is now settling in in London and busy organising accommodation, banking and ration cards. Quinn CollectionA two-page letter written on a single sheet of unlined, buff-coloured paper (0855.a) headed London and dated 9/01/51. There is no envelopeThe letter is from Allan to his mother. letters-from-abroad, allan quinn, london-uk -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Ephemera - Replacement Seniors myki, Public Transport Victoria (PTV), c.2010
Replacement myki card letter with old card attached to the letter.PTV correspondence for replacement myki card for the myki ticketing system which may be superseded by 2024.Replacement myki with accompanying letter and pamphlets. Name of cardholder written on rear of card in inkmyki, public transport, public transport victoria, tickets -
Bendigo Military Museum
Letter - LETTERS of SYMPATHY, Sgt D.P. Pullen, DEC 41
Letter of Sympathy from RAAF Unit for Dental Surgeon "Mervyn Clive Townsend", lost on HMAS SYDNEY on 15 /11/41. Refer Cat No. 2313P for Townsends service.Letter of Sympathy from Sgt D.P. Pullen. White faded paper, lined with emblems on top of each page for YMCA, Salvation Army, A.C.F. and Returned Sailors and Soldiers League. Both pages same structure with handwritten message in black writing.Listed from “401581, Sgt Pullen D.P. No.1 ED RAAF”hmas sydney, sympathy letters, mervyn clive townsend -
Seaworks Maritime Museum
Port of Pusan plaque
Wooden plaque with cooper based circular logo and ribbon supported by a metal stand at the back. The logo states the ‘Port of Pusan/ 1876’ with additional asian writing located in the decorative ribbon.Circular logo with ‘Port of Pusan/ 1876’ Asian writing on decorative ribbon. Verso: PMA0148/1 Red and gold sticker with asian writinggifts -
Bendigo Military Museum
Souvenir - SOUVENIR OF PERTH WW1, C.1916
Letter sent by Alfred G Ferris No 2156 AIF when he was docked in Fremantle on the way to England. Refer cat No 4183.3P for his service details.Booklet, folding, cover brown colour, “Souvenir of Perth WA” all print in black, hand written in black pen, inside has a letter in black pen dated followed by coloured photos of PerthOn front to, “Miss A Crossman 66 Wills St Bendigo Victoria”, from, “A.G.F”. Letter main points, “Perth 7th Aug 1916”, “Dear Amy”, “Kind regards and best wishes from Alf Ferris”souvenir, photos, perth