Joseph Butterworth COOMBS (1842-1901), was an accountant who founded a successful mercantile trading company. At the time of his marriage to Caroline Mary MICHEL in 1869, Coombs had already purchased ten acres of Studley Park. The acreage included land on the west of Fenwick Street that extended along lower Stawell Street to the corner of Yarra Street, all of it connected directly to the Yarra environs. A right of way to Studley Park Road was on the title, though Coombs went on to purchase more land, some of which faced Studley Park Road. In addition to owning the Studley Park acreage, Coombs later acquired 1,201 acres of land abutting the Acheron River. While retaining the Kew property he became a Taggerty Councillor and was Shire President for a time. J.B. Coombs died at Acheron Station in 1901 (aged 59 years). A few months after, tenders were called to repair the Kew dwelling, the Fenwick Street property now appearing in records with the name ‘Hope Mansell’. Caroline Coombs remained at Hope Mansell until she died in 1924, survived by three sons and five daughters. Not long after her death, advertisements appeared for the sale of the Studley Park land. The sale seems to have been a mechanism for distribution of the Estate, as the following year the original ten acre holding was transferred to members of the family. The eldest daughter Mabel married William Younger who, with his brother Alexander, developed Younger and Mackie Courts, both south of Studley Park Road. [Research: Kerry Fairbank]In 1961, the granddaughter of Joseph and Caroline Coombs, Mabel Isola (Younger) Grattan, donated ten 19th century dresses and parasols to the Kew Historical Society. The costumes, now known as the 'Coombs Collection', are the earliest recorded items of clothing to enter the Society's collection. Each of the items in the Coombs Collection, of which this item forms a part, is historically, aesthetically and socially significant. As a collection, the costumes includes outstanding examples of morning wear, day dresses, wedding dresses, and clothing accessories, providing evidence of outstanding dressmaker skills in Victoria during the mid to late Victorian period. Single-piece, floor length, gold silk taffeta evening dress featuring the use of a very long fishtail train to which is attached a silk cord to allow the wearer to hold it above the floor. The dress includes a number of decorative features including the extensive use of box pleats on the sleeves and on the hem of the skirt; contrasting gold and cream braiding and tassles; and the extensive use of ruching on the bodice at the front. Due to the age and fine quality of the silk taffeta used, there is evidence of the degradation of the fabric on one shoulder and a tear in the rear of the skirt. Otherwise the dress is in excellent condition.fashion - 1870s, australian fashion, wedding dresses, costumes, women's clothing, coombs collection

Eliza Chamings nee Harris. William Harris. Ursula Chamings. Granny Harris.B/W photo Studio seated adults with standing child. adult daughter sitting in straight backed chair wearing light suit with braid on hem, long sleeved white blouse, father sittinginrolled armseatreceeding hair line and beard in grey three piece suit with fob watch, grand daughter Hair in ringlets bow in hair,lace collar briad yoke velvet? dress, mother black ornate bonnet with black ribbon tied to head black long sleeved dress sittin gin straight backed chair,Eliza Chamings nee Harris, William Harris, Ursula Chamings, Granny Harris. Reverse stamp W.J. Chapman Photo Stawellstawell

The donor's husband's grandmother was Bertha Michaelis who lived at 'Linden', St Kilda. She married David Jacob Baruch (known as Dalbert) in Hamburg on 9 November 1881. Bertha was born in Melbourne. The couple lived in Germany. Bertha returned to Melbourne with their two children, Ernest and May, after Dalbert died in 1893. May married Rabbi Jacob Danglow in 1909 and they had one son, Frank, who was the donor's husband.Cream satin princess line wedding dress with dark cream lace trim. Fastens centre front with 17 satin covered buttons. Nine extant bones are placed on the interior seams and darts. Three-quarter length fitted sleeves. Bodice backed with cream cotton. The back trained panels of the skirt have been cut to extend into a pleated swathe of satin that wraps around the hips to the centre front. A square padded bustle pad is attached to the interior back of the skirt. The hem of the skirt is decorated with kilted and swathed satin and lace. Label, interior waist tape, woven silk stamped in dark green: H. L. HEYNEMANN / Hannover / Seilwinderstr. 6a., Bose; In monogrammed ("HLH") circles either side: (Left) BAARZAHLUNGS SYSTEM; (Right) ERSTE PREISE. Stitched in thick cotton thread on interior waist tape: *9097wedding dress, germany, hannover, linden, st kilda, bertha michaelis, david jacob baruch

Textiles. Very fine linen fabric, white in colour, now a soft cream colour. A spoke-stitched hem joins a curved embroidered and lace trim decorative feature to the set. This panel forms two deep curves, where the initials CF are embroidered, and decorated with small daisy-like flowers and leaves. A 10 cm deep crochet frill is gathered and machine stitched along the curved edge. The initials CF may be the initials of Caterina Lamaro, who married Giovanni Favaloro or those of Caterina Lopes, who married Salvatore Favaloro.textiles, domestic, embroidered lace edged pr of pillowcases

Textiles. Very large cover, with an envelope to enclose the pillow, stitched on the underside, with cotton tape ties to enclose the pillow. Beautiful fine cotton broderie fabric (possibly Swiss cotton broderie anglaise) edges the pillow. Corners of the embroidered cotton have been mitred in an unusual way, with the excess fabric still evident, in a 'kite-shaped' manner, in each corner. The embroidered cotton edging features a scalloped edge, with circular, and floral design. A 6 cm deep hem outlines the linen fabric edge, showing the embroidery fabric to advantage.textiles, domestic, very large linen pillow cover

In the early 19th century, infant baptismal 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 fifteen christening gowns dating from the 19th and 20th centuries.Very long, white cotton christening gown. The bodice is distinguished by an intricate panel of handmade lace that forms a semi-circle at the neck. On either side of the lace insert are folded lapels, each bordered with lace. The short sleeves are constructed of two overlapping pieces of fabric. Below the waist the fabric is pleated to allow for the large amount of fabric in the skirt to flare outwards. The extraordinary detail within the gown is extended to the lower section of the skirt where the maker has created five pleated bands, each comprising four layers. The hem also features a band of lace. christening gowns, ceremonial clothing, children's wear, baptismal clothing, victorian historical themes — 8.6 marking the phases of life

This book was awarded to Anne E. Thomas as second prize for Geography in the Fifth form. Anne entered Ballarat College girls' school in 1883 at the age of 14. Graeme McDonald (BC1946py) donated the book from his father's personal collection in August 2003.Historic significance for its connection with one of the few female students of Ballarat College prior to 1900 and its expression of the value of classical education of its time.Bound in half calf with gilt edging, gilt lettering and decoration on the front and spine. Six raised bands on spine with gold lettering on second compartment; College crest embossed on back cover; black and white illustrated, 584 p.Book plate inside front cover: school crest / Geography/Second prize/ Fifth Form/ Awarded to/ A. Thomas/ Christmas, 1884. "CHAS. McDONALD" stamped on second page. anne-e-thomas, ballarat-college, 1884, girls'-school.

This book was awarded to Roydon Osmond Moore in 1889 for second prize for scripture in the second form. Roydon enrolled in Ballarat College in 1887 at the age of 8 along with his siblings: Leslie Travis Stanley Moore (B.D. 4/2/1877) and Gilbert Kent Moore (B.D. 14/12/1877). In the original register Parent/Guardian is listed as R.T.Moore, residing at 1 Cardygin Terrace/200 Sturt Street. It also documents that Roydon and his brothers previously attended Miss Jago's School II Class.Presbyterian educators placed great value on a classical education matched with diligence in study. Book prizes were highly regarded and academic success admired. In the school’s early years prizes were ordered direct from London and had the school crest embossed in gold on the front or back cover. Many of the prizes given in early years were returned to the school to equip the Weatherly Library when it opened in 1936.Bound in brown cloth with illustration on front and spine, college crest embossed on back cover. Floral end papers, black and white illustrations throughout, slight detached spine and detached papers. Slight foxing on pages, 621 p.Book plate inside front cover: college crest/ Scripture/ Second Form,/ Second Prize./ Awarded to/ Royden Moore/ Christmas, 1889.roydon-osmond-moore, book-prize, 1889, ballarat-college, leslie-travis-stanley-moore, gilbert-kent-moore, r-t-moore, miss-jago's-school.

This book was awarded to David McMurtrie Paterson for English as first prize in the fourth form in 1886. David enrolled in Ballarat College in 1886 at the age of 14. In the original register it lists parent/guardian as John Paterson, contractor, residing at 12 Errard Street South. It also states that previous school was SS.33, upper VI th form [subsequently known as Dana Street P.S].Presbyterian educators placed great value on a classical education matched with diligence in study. Book prizes were highly regarded and academic success admired. In the school’s early years prizes were ordered direct from London and had the school crest embossed in gold on the front or back cover. Many of the prizes given in early years were returned to the school to equip the Weatherly Library when it opened in 1936.Bound in brown cloth with black and gilt illustrated front cover and spine. College crest embossed on back cover. Gilt edges, black and white illustrations throughout, detached spine and pages, slight foxing on pages, 308 p.Book plate inside front cover: college crest/ English/ Fourth Form,/ First Prize./ Awarded to/ D. Paterson/ Christmas. 1886.david-mcmurtrie-paterson, book-prize, english, 1886, ballarat-college, john-paterson, ss-33.

This book was awarded to May Adelaide Anstis in 1898 for first prize in Botany. May entered Clarendon Ladies' College in 1891. On the original register father's name is listed as William and the residence as Neil St, Ballarat.Presbyterian educators placed great value on a classical education matched with diligence in study. Book prizes were highly regarded and academic success admired. In the school’s early years prizes were ordered direct from London and had the school crest embossed in gold on the front or back cover. Many of the prizes given in early years were returned to the school to equip the Weatherly Library when it opened in 1936.Bound in brown cloth with gilt and black illustrations on front cover and spine. Gilt edges on pages, floral end pages, foxing on pages throughout. Black and white illustrations throughout with fold out colored map. 221 p.Book plate inside front cover: Clarendon Ladies' College,/ BALLARAT./ First Prize./ Botany-Class I/ Awarded to/ May Adelaide Anstis/ MRS. KENNEDY,/ Principal./ DECEMBER, 1898. "Clarendon Ladies' College" stamped on title page. Book plate on fly leaf: Clarendon Presyterian/ Ladies' College/ Ballarat/ college crest/ Presented by:/ Miss Kimberly/ Date: 30/11/61may-adelaide-anstis, book-prize, 1898, clarendon-ladies'-college, william.

A detailed account of the battle of XA Long Tan, Vietnam, 18th August 1966 written by one of the participants.Paperback cover with photo of S Hodder, T Burstall & P Dettman on front. Comments on back cover. 188 pages white with black printing, maps & sketches. 16 pages of black & white photos following page 68. books-military-history, photography, vietnam, long tan

Donated by N. M. & J. D. Archibald. April 1973Black & White Photograph. Chicory Kiln. Cowes - Mr. P. Forrest, Jnr. Brick with Iron structure in parts. The Kiln was used for processing for other people. Built by Mr. H. Bennell about 1912. Chicory Kiln Album.local history, photography, photographs, agriculture buildings, historic, chicory kiln, cowes, phillip island, p forrest jnr, h bennell, n & j archibald

Children's Art Exhibition held 25/26 October 1957 at the Ringwood Lower Town Hall. Officially opened by Cr P Vergers, Mayor of Ringwood. Guest speaker Mr John Brack. Official invitation to Ellie Pullin.

Receipt No. 2837 Bendigo Amalgamated Goldfields No Liability, dated 5 Sept. 1919. Received from Mr. M P Kelly the sum of 13/9 for * Call on 165 Shares. Listed are thenumbers of the shares.J. G. Stanfield, Manager.business, stockbroker, kelly & allsop, kelly and allsop collection - receipt, m p kelly, j g stanfield, bendigo amalgamated goldfields n l, bolton bros.

Postcard, black and white. Image shows woman standing on LH side on shore of lake. Ducks in water and on bank. Island partly visible on RH side. On bottom ' The Rose Series P 2854, Lake Weeroona, Bendigo, Vic'Rose Series/Rose Stereograph Co., Armadale, Victoriabendigo, parks and gardens, lake weeroona, bendigo, lake weeroona, boat sheds

Blue print on white card. Addressed to 'Mr B. Miller', Saturday 13th March 1965. Opened by P. D. Mills - Deputy Premier. Invitation from South Pacific Electric Railway Co-Operative Society Ltd.person, individual, basil miller

Newspaper cutting from the Bendigo Advertiser, Nov. 1916 - re J H Curnow, J,P, and the issue of conscription. This is a letter from a Mr A J Hampson, Melbourne, date 22/11/16. Has an Editor's comment.Bendigo Advertiserperson, individual, j. curnow

Cohn Bros printed Memorandum dated 20 th May 1895 with handwritten note addressed to E. P. Hastings re: notice from Mrs Norton in Estate of G E Williams of Eaglehawk signed Magnus Cohn.bendigo, industry, cohn bros brewery

An Hawaiian music and dance ensemble who toured Australia at different periods 1911 - 1930Paper program for an entertainment from Hawaii the Land of Flowers and Song performed at the Athenaeum Theatre commencing Boxing Day December 26 1924; coloured cover - yellow; 16 p. includes articles about the film, the actors and advertisementsathenaeum theatre, program, programme, music theatre, a night in honolulu, frank talbot, carroll, kaai's hawaiian troubadours

Days gone by: Lavers Hill Centenary. M.P. Heffernan. 1st ed. Colac (Vic.); Lavers Hill Centenary Committee; 1994. iii, 41 p.; illus, maps. Soft cover. ISBN 0 646 18493 8days gone by; m.p. heffernan; lavers hill; lavers hill centenary; great ocean road; otway ranges;, days gone by; m.p. heffernan; lavers hill; lavers hill centenary; great ocean road; otway ranges;

Cape Otway is a story of sailing ships, race wars, shipwrecks, bushfires, murder and betrayal, love and revenge, births and deaths, and of the oldest lighthouse in Australia.Cape Otway: Cape of secrets. Bruce Pascoe. Lyn Harwood. 1st ed., rev. Pascoe Publishing; Apollo Bay (Vic); 1999. 96 p.; illus, map. Soft cover. ISBN 0-947087-33-8cape otway; bruce pascoe; lyn harwood; kooris; aboriginals; birds; plants; palaeontology; bush tucker;

Compiled from newspapers, official records, registers, books and unpublished diaries Tall ships and sailormen provides information for those interested in the marine history of Victoria.Tall ships and sailormen. A concise survey of Victoria's early maritime history. J.K. Loney. nl; J.K. Loney; nd. ii, 103 p.; illus, maps, bibliography. Soft cover. ISBN 0 909244 02 2victoria; ships; sailors; j.k. loney; history;

The Austin family are early pastoral pioneers giving their time, energy and ability, contibuting to the growth of the state. It places 'Barwon Park' in it's historical setting.Settler by succession; James Austin, 1810-1896. J. Marjorie Butler. 1st ed. Belmont (Vic); Neptune Press; 1979. iv, 140 p.; illus, maps, bibliog. Soft cover. ISBN 0 9091313 2 settlers; j. marjorie butler; james austin; pastoral; history; barwon park; wills;

Manufactured by E. Hoppus the Hoppus's Practical Measurer, or measuring made easy by a new set of tables which show by looking the solid content of any piece of timber, stone, etc, either square, round or unequally sided, and the value at any price of cubic feet. The book also gives the superficial comtent of boards, glass, painting and plastering with explanations of the uses and applications of the tables. The contents are given in feet, inches, quarters and twelfth parts of an inch. It includes the measurment of timber by several dimensions together with tables showing the weight of iron by measure.Hoppus's Practical Measurer; or, Measuring made easy by a new set of tables, which show, at sight, the solid content of any piece of timber, stone, &c. W. Nicholson & Sons; London; nd. 238 p. Hard cover.e. hoppus; measurment; timber; stone; boards; glass; painting; plastering, iron;

This book is the remarkable story of the world's tallest tree species, the Redwood, growing in the Great Otway National Park in Victoria's south-west. It was originally planted by Victorian foresters for experimental purposes on land abandoned by the early settlers. The Coast Redwood, native of California, is now thrives in the Otways alongside the famous eucalypt, the towering Mountain Ash. The majestic Otway Redwoods, still in their youthful growth phase, have withstood adversity caused by fire, landslide, lighting and chainsaws, while the ongoing political debate about the conservation of the valuable forest resources continues.The redwoods of the Otway Ranges. Roger B. Smith. Lothian Custom Publishing; Middle Park (Vic); 2015. ii, 202 p.; illus., maps, appendices, notes. IBSN 978 1 921737 13 8. Soft cover.With best wishes from Roger Smith.

James Robbins and Mary Jane Ellery were married on 23 April, 1829, in Stoke Lane, St Michael, Somerset, and had six children. James died aged 51 on 7 December, 1845. Mary married again to John Boyce less than twelve months later, and they had a further three children. John and Mary Boyce (Robbins nee Ellery) came to Port Adelaide, South Australia, on the "Flora Kerr" on the 4 March, 1855, with eight of their nine children. Hannah Robbins stayed in England, probably married. On the same ship another daughter, Ann Robbins, came out with her husband, John Treasure, who had already been to Australia searching for gold. From these unions, several generations of children were recorded, the book exploring their lives. James Robbins, 26 November 1794-7 December 1845, and Mary Jane Ellery, 1810-5 September 1889. Doris Robbins. Self published; Colac (Vic); February 1998. 560 p.; illus. Soft cover.stoke lane; st michael; somerset; port adelaide; victoria; tatura; castlemaine;