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Diamond Valley Vietnam Veterans Sub-Branch
Photograph - Long Tan
Framed photo of VVAA (Vic) Sub Branches assembly at The Shrine, Melbourne, in August 2016 at the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.Historical record of some of the Vietnam Veteran Sub Branches in Victoria as at August 2016.Framed photo of VVAA (Vic) Sub Branches assembled at The Shrine, Melbourne, on 18th August 2016 at the commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.Vietnam Veterans Day - 18th August 2016. 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.vietnam, vietnam war, diamond valley vietnam veteran sub branch, long tan day -
Diamond Valley Vietnam Veterans Sub-Branch
Photograph, Vietnam Veterans Day - Melbourne 18th August 2016; 50th Anniversary of The Battle of Long Tan
Framed photo of VVAA (Vic) Sub Branches assembly at The Shrine, Melbourne, in August 2016 at the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.Historical record of some of the Vietnam Veteran Sub Branches in Victoria as at August 2016.Framed photo of VVAA (Vic) Sub Branches assembled at The Shrine, Melbourne, on 18th August 2016 at the commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.Vietnam Veterans Day - 18th August 2016. 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.vietnam, vietnam war, diamond valley vietnam veteran sub branch, long tan day -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1989
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative First Day Covers showing First Day of issue stamp for Australia Day during the years 1981 - 1992Two First Day Covers, each with 39 cent stamp captioned 'Australia Day 1989 Federation speech Sir Henry Parkes Tenterfield 1889' and picture of Henry Parkes. Stamped 'First Day of Issue 25 Jan 1989 Nunawading Vic 3131'. At left, drawing of woodcutter and charcoal burners at work below logo and 'Nunawading Australia Day Family Festival 26 January 1989 Civic Centre Nunawading'. One envelope numbered 197; the other addressed to Mr & Mrs. D. & E. Sloan, 42 Ashwood Drive, Nunawading, Vic. At back, history and description of charcoal making .Municipal Offices Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Book, Colac Herald Press, Paddy's Poems, 2004
Born in the Otways at Tanybryn in 1929 where he spent the bulk of his life he started writing poems in 1999 and since then has had over 100 poems listed. While many poems are memories of what has gone in Paddy's past he also pens about current day events, such as "Bob and Betty", or just about life as he sees it, such as "Diamonds in the Sky".Paddy's poems. The poetry of Paddy O'Connor, the Otway poet. P.J. O'Connor; Apollo Bay (Vic); 2004. vii, 121 p.; illus. Soft cover. ISBN 0 646 44331 3Paddy & Betty O'Connor 61 Wallace Street Colac VIC 3250paddy o'connor; poems; otways; -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Document - Newsletter, Newsrail, c. 2004
Purchased from Aust Railway Historical Society (VIC) members who spoke at PMH&PS meeting 27-09-2004..02 - RHS (Vic) newsletter ("Newsrail" Sept 2004), 150th anniversary edition containing the script for the celbratory luncheon i.e. original 1854 speeches re-enacted by society members.On bottom of mug: "Designed & Decorated in Australia by CR Hose Glassware Pty Ltd. Glass & Ceramic Decorators est 1949. Made in Australia.transport - railways, australian railway historical society, melbourne & hobsons bay railway -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1991
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative First Day covers showing First Day of Issue stamp during the years 1981-1992First Day Cover carrying 43 cent stamp representing Australian flag. Postmarked 'Nunawading Vic. Aust 3131 25 Jan 1991'. At upper left corner, name and address of City of Nunawading Municipal Offices. Printed at base, '1991 Australia Day Family Festival Saturday 26th January'. Envelope numbered 036Municipal Offices Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Shepparton RSL Sub Branch
Battle Dress Pants, 1981. Australian Govt. Clothing Factory
1981 Wool Serge Officers Pants.Pants to Officers UniformKhaki Wool Serge Pants. Zip Fly. Buttons for Bracers. Two front and One Fob Pocket. One Rear Pocket R.H. Lable has attached a mending patch. AGCF VIC 1981 8405.66 025 6193 SIZE 86 L. MACQUARIE 80 BATCH A DRY CLEAN ONLY Mending Patch Attached -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1990
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative first Day Covers for Australia Day showing First Date of Issue stamp during the years 1981-1992First Day cover with 41 cent stamp at upper right corner. Postmarked, 'Nunawading Vic. Aust. 3131 26 Jan 1990'. Envelope decorated with child's representation of Australian fauna. At left, logo, and 'Join in the free fun Nunawading Australia Day Family Festival Friday 26 January 1990' Envelope numbered 92.|See Other Information for back of envelopeMunicipal Offices Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Postcard - Postcard Folder, scenes, George Rose, Rose Stereographic Company, Rose Series, Picturesque Views of Warrnambool Australia, 1880-1942
GEORGE ROSE 1861-1942: - George Rose was a well-known Victorian photographer, famous for his late 19th and early 20th century photography. He was born in Clunes, Victoria, and was in his 20th year when he founded Rose Stereograph Company in 1880. He took the opportunity of a popular trend of the times to produce stereographs, pairs of almost duplicate photographs that appeared in 3D when viewed in a handheld stereo viewer. By the 1920s, these lost their popularity, so he used his photographic skills to produce cards and postcards of scenes and people. The twelve photographs in the Rose postcard folders include locations connected to other items in our Collection, including the Valentine postcard folder in this set. The photographs are titled: - . The Avenue and War Memorial. Warrnambool. Vic. . The Blow-hole. Thunder Point. Warrnambool. Vic. . Botanical Gardens. Warrnambool. Vic. . Eagle Rock. Warrnambool. Vic. . The New Concrete Bridge and Breakwater. Warrnambool. Vic. . Liebig Street. Warrnambool. Vic. . Looking to Thunder Point. Warrnambool. Vic. . The Beach. Warrnambool. Vic. . Hopkins Falls. Warrnambool. Vic. . Shelly Beach. Warrnambool. Vic. . The Mouth of the Hopkins River. Warrnambool. Vic. . Panorama of Warrnambool, Vic. [Kepler Street towards Presbyterian Church on Spence St] This postcard folder shows scenes and places of interest in and around Warrnambool. The George Rose postcard folders in this set were produced in Victoria and include pictures taken by the renowned photographer between 1880 and 1942. Other postcards in our collection have photographs of the same or similar locations at different periods in time. Each postcard records a moment in history and is significant as a way to compare and show the changes in the local environment and community, building a story of the local history. The images record changes in the coastline, land, bay, buildings and other structures, roads, transportation and even the fashions of the times. This copy folder is one of a set of three. This folder has a green-grey textured rectangular card cover with a sketch of a rose on the front. The cover also contains the name of the postcard series, the location of the series' focus, the producer's details, and lines for adding an address. The folded cover contains a long, concertinaed page with six titled photographs on each side, totalling twelve. The folder contains scenes from Warrnambool and nearby popular areas, including Lady Bay, the Port of Warrnambool, the Warrnambool Breakwater, the Viaduct, the Merri River Footbridge, the Hopkins River Mouth, and Proudfoot’s and the Fanny Nelson/Flett boathouses. The cover has a sketch of a rose and inscriptions. The lithograph photographs were taken between 1880 and 1942 by well-known Victorian photographer George Rose, Rose Stereograph Company of Armadale, Victoria.Image: [Rose with rosebud and leaves] Printed: "Rose Series / Picturesque Views of / WARRNAMBOOL / AUSTRALIA" "PUBLISHED BY / ROSE STEREOGRAPH CO / ARMADALE. VIC."flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, warrnambool, flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum, flagstaff hill maritime village, warramble, postcard, postcard folder, warrnambool scenes, picturesque views of warrnambool, lady bay, port of warrnambool, breakwater, warrnambool breakwater, viaduct, merri river footbridge, merri river suspension bridge, suspension footbridge, merri river mouth, hopkins river mouth, proudfoot's, fanny nelson, nelson's boatsheds, nelson's boathouse, boathouse, hopkins river boathouses, flett's boathouse, flett, george rose, image of a rose, rose series, rose stereograph co, rose stereographic company, lighograph, armadale victoria, lady bay beach, beach scene, lower light, concrete footbridge, 1922 footbridge, viaduct road, rose postcard, new concrete bridge, 1945, 1890, 1922, small footbridge, 1872 footbridge, 1872, merri river estuary, stingray bay, postcards, green-grey postcard folder, shipwrecked coast, maritime museum, souvenir, warrnambool local scenes, photography, local history, tourism, photographs, visitors, travel, scenes, mid-20th century, 1940s, 1950s, concertina fold, z-fold, 1880s, collection, correspondence, rose stereograph co armadale, victorian photographer, soldiers’ memorial, hopkins river, the cliffs at shelly beach, the road to sandy beach, pier, botanic gardens, post office, municipal buildings, merri river, proudfoot’s -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Postcard - Postcard Folder, scenes, George Rose, Rose Stereographic Company, Rose Series Picturesque Views of Warrnambool Australia, 1880-1942
GEORGE ROSE 1861-1942: - George Rose was a well-known Victorian photographer, famous for his late 19th and early 20th century photography. He was born in Clunes, Victoria, and was in his 20th year when he founded Rose Stereograph Company in 1880. He took the opportunity of a popular trend of the times to produce stereographs, pairs of almost duplicate photographs that appeared in 3D when viewed in a handheld stereo viewer. By the 1920s, these lost their popularity, so he used his photographic skills to produce cards and postcards of scenes and people. The twelve photographs in the Rose postcard folders include locations connected to other items in our Collection, including the Valentine postcard folder in this set. The photographs are titled: - . The Avenue and War Memorial. Warrnambool. Vic. . The Blow-hole. Thunder Point. Warrnambool. Vic. . Botanical Gardens. Warrnambool. Vic. . Eagle Rock. Warrnambool. Vic. . The New Concrete Bridge and Breakwater. Warrnambool. Vic. . Liebig Street. Warrnambool. Vic. . Looking to Thunder Point. Warrnambool. Vic. . The Beach. Warrnambool. Vic. . Hopkins Falls. Warrnambool. Vic. . Shelly Beach. Warrnambool. Vic. . The Mouth of the Hopkins River. Warrnambool. Vic. . Panorama of Warrnambool, Vic. [Kepler Street towards Presbyterian Church on Spence St] The photographs in this postcard folder were taken between 1880 and 1942 by the renowned Victorian photographer George Rose. The locations match photographs and postcards in our collection that were taken at different times. A comparison between them shows the changes over time in the land and bay, the buildings and other structures, transportation and even the fashions of the times, building the story of our local history.Postcard folder, Rose Series, blue cover. One of a set of three containing images of Warrnambool and district before 1942. Green folder, textured cardboard folder containing a Z-folded strip of white matte photographic paper with six black and white photographs on each side. Titles are printed below the images. The folder is secured by placing two tabs into two slots on the back cover to hold the cover in place and create an envelope shape. Three horizontal lines are printed on the front for the receiver’s address. There is a logo of a long-stemmed rose on the left side and inscriptions on the front cover. The lithograph photographs were taken between 1880 and 1942 by well-known Victorian photographer George Rose and published by Rose Stereograph Company of Armadale, Victoria. The folder contains scenes of popular areas at Warrnambool and nearby locations including Lady Bay, the Port of Warrnambool, the Warrnambool Breakwater, the Viaduct, the Merri River Footbridge, the Hopkins River Mouth, and Proudfoot’s and the Fanny Nelson/Flett boathouses. Image: [Rose with rosebud and leaves] Printed: "Rose Series / Picturesque Views of / WARRNAMBOOL / AUSTRALIA" "PUBLISHED BY / ROSE STEREOGRAPH CO / ARMADALE. VIC." flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, warrnambool, flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum, flagstaff hill maritime village, warramble, postcard, postcard folder, warrnambool scenes, picturesque views of warrnambool, picturesque views of warramble, lady bay, port of warrnambool, breakwater, warrnambool breakwater, viaduct, merri river footbridge, merri river suspension bridge, suspension footbridge, merri river mouth, hopkins river mouth, proudfoot's, fanny nelson, nelson's boatsheds, nelson's boathouse, boathouse, hopkins river boathouses, flett's boathouse, flett, george rose, image of a rose, rose series, rose stereograph co, rose stereographic company, lighograph, armadale victoria, lady bay beach, beach scene, lower light, concrete footbridge, 1922 footbridge, viaduct road, rose postcard, new concrete bridge, 1945, 1890, 1922, small footbridge, 1872 footbridge, 1872, merri river estuary, stingray bay, postcards -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - Envelope, 1992
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative First Day Covers on Australia Day showing First Day of Issue stamp during the years 1981 -1992First Day cover bearing two 45 cent stamps; picture of sailing ship on each. Postmarked, 'First Day of Issue 15 Jan 1992 Nunawading Vic 3132'. At left of envelope, cartoon depiction of celebrations below name and address of city of Nunawading Municipal Offices. Below picture, 'Australia Day Family Festival, Sunday 26th January, 1992'. Envelope numbered 068Municipal Offices Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Volunteers set to work on heritage grounds, 2006
Volunteers to be enlisted to restore historic Crown Land abutting Schwerkolt Cottage, known as 'The Horse Paddock' (photo)Volunteers to be enlisted to restore historic Crown Land abutting Schwerkolt Cottage, known as 'The Horse Paddock' (photo) Judith Fry, Barbara Gardiner, Rob Hulls (Vic Planning & environment Minister), Sharon Ellis (Whitehorse Mayor)Volunteers to be enlisted to restore historic Crown Land abutting Schwerkolt Cottage, known as 'The Horse Paddock' (photo)voluntary workers, schwerkolt cottage, hull, rob, ellis, sharon, fry, judith, gardiner, barbara -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Documents- Archives, Compiled by Tatura Historical Society, Dahm's "Kormoran" Story, 01.02.2016
A German participant's account of the naval battle between the disguised German Raider HSK "Kormoran", and the Australian Light Cruiser HMAS "Sydney" off the West Australian Coast, Both vessels sank. The "Sydney" with all hands. The account follows his time in the lifeboat, his rescue, time in hospital in Perth then as Prisoner of War in Camp 13, Murchison, Vic.The author Dahm is listed as a crew member of HSK "Kormoran", and as a Prisoner of War in the National Australian Archives. The translator Barkei is a respected translator and one who has done much work for the Tatura & District Historical Society.Clear fronted plastic folder containing 95 printed pages bound with plastic strip on left side.Dahm's 'kormoran" Story Excerps from the Diary of Franz Heinrich Dahm. -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Equipment - Equipment, Army, Metal Trunk
... Vic) ...1 large metal khaki coloured trunk with double metal compartment fitted inside marked on top 41335 WO2 Harris C/- MFO HQ Comd Pucka Victoria Barracks Melbourne Australia via Laverton With metal catches & black leather handleAs Abovemetal trunk, victoria barracks (melbourne, vic) -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Photograph - Home of Fish Family, 1926 c
Also an enlarged copy of same photograph 05006.1 Built by J C Dahlsen for Vic Fish and family. Became shell museum 1960 to 70s for Mrs Newmans Camp Park named Gelia changed to Echo Beach, had various ownersBlack and white photograph of a small fibro clad house built for Vic and Myrtle Fish surrounded by receeding flood waters in Roadknight Street Lakes Entrance Victoriahouses, genealogy -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Rathgeber Photo Album
Photograph album of Vic Rathgeber containing various family photo's Vic Album - He loved this Album. V W Rathgeber Concongella Price 7/6 -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1987
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative First Day Covers for Australia Day showing first day stamp issue during the years 1981-1992Envelope carrying two 36 cent stamps issued for Australia Day 1987. Postmarked, First Day of Issue 23 Jan 1987 Nunawading Vic 3131. Below Logo for Australia Day Family Festival a picture of group celebrating with balloons, kite, flag and clown. Captioned, 'Nunawading the place to be on Australia Day'. At base of envelope '26th January 1987, Civic Centre Nunawading'. Envelope numbered 216.Municipal Office Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1986
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative First Day Covers showing First Day of issue stamp during the years 1981-1992Three First Day Covers, each bearing 33 cent stamp, reproduction of painting of 'Australia Day 1986: An Aboriginal Perspective'. Postmarked 'First Day of Issue 24 Jan 1986 Nunawading Vic 3131' At left of envelope, logo and depiction of shearer shearing sheep; also 'Australia Day Family Festival' and '26th January 1986, Civic Centre, Nunawading'. Envelopes numbered 119, 120, 268Municipal Offices Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1984
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative envelopes on Australia Day showing First Day of Issue stamp for the years 1981 - 1992Envelope stamped:- 'First day of issue, 26 Jan 1984, Nunawading Vic 3131'. Postal stamp for 30 cents, bearing picture of Cook's Cottage at upper right corner. At Left, reproduced photo of group of workers, above which logo: stylised image of Australia and flag and words, 'Australia Day Family Festival'. Printed below, 'A group of workers at the Australian Tesselated Tile Co. in Mitcham. Photo courtesy Nunawading Historical Society'Municipal Offices Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Central Park Oval with the grandstand. Murray Views No. 2
View of Central Park oval and grandstand before the roof was placed on No 2 grandstand in Lower Main Street Stawell. In December 1894 the area was re-gazetted as "Central Park" for recreation purposes. "Murray Views" was the photographic company that produced the postcard. c 1935Post card of Murray Views No 2 The Oval Central Park Stawell. Vic. Also 4 prints of the post card of the same image varying in size. Murray View No. 2, The Oval Central Park. Stawell. Vic is printed on the front of the post card. On the back "Real Photograph produced in Australia by Murray View, Gympie. Q.stawell sport -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPHS OF SOLDIERS, 38th BATTALION, 38 Bn, c1950-1962
38 Bn was raised in Bendigo in 1916. Post War it was the CMF Unit until 1967. The Mollison St Drill Hall was built by Contractor Mr. Midgley. First used Jan 1916. Shut down Circa 2002. The 38 Bn Colours are held within the RSL Military Museum, Bendigo.1. Photo of 4 Senior NCO's in battle dress in front of the Mollison Street Drill Hall. 38 Bn Northern Victorian Regiment. The four soldiers have .303 rifles. WO Burrell has the red sash of a Colour Sgt. His MM can be seen. 2. Photo of Regiment Colours 38 Northern Vic Regiment in front of Mollison St Drill Hall. Two Officers, Capt. Emonde holding Queens Colours - 4 Snr NCO's have rifles at the slope with ceremonial tips on their bayonets.1. On rear is written - Cenotaph party/ Warrant Officer 3 sets Guards. 2. On rear is written - '" ANZAC DAY" .38 bn, mollison st, drill hall, photographs -
Linton and District Historical Society Inc
Menu, Scarsdale Hotel, 1956
The dinner was held in honour of Constable Bill Wright, who was retiring.Pink cardboard menu card headed "Scarsdale Hotel, Scarsdale, Vic". Lists menu for a dinner that was held on 4th February 1956. The back section of the card has the message "Saying "Goodbye to Constable Wright" and "Welcoming Bill Wright" / "All the Best Bill" from . . ." beneath which there is a space for signatures and messages.Text: " SCARSDALE HOTEL / SCARSDALE, VIC. / Menu / 4th FEBRUARY, 1956. "menus, valedictory dinners, constable bill wright -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Lawrence Alexander McArthur, 1/04/1996 12:00:00 AM
Obituary for Lawrence McArthur, born Hamilton, Vic. 1930,Obituary for Lawrence McArthur, born Hamilton, Vic. 1930, A.L.P. Legislative Council member 1982 - 85, Chairman, Vic. Egg Board 1989-93. Entered Teachers College, Ballarat and his life was committed to education of the young and assistance to those who needed support. Principal of Valkstone Primary School, Melbourne, 1971. He was the Deputy Whip in the Legislative Council. Died March 1996.Obituary for Lawrence McArthur, born Hamilton, Vic. 1930, mcarthur, lawrence alexander, victoria. parliament. nunawading province, victorian egg board, valkestone primary school, north brunswick primary school, mitcham primary school, no. 2904, weeden heights primary school, joint party salinity committee, victoria. parliament. joint parliamentary natural resources and environmental committee -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1985
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative First Day Covers for Australia Day showing First Day of Issue stamp during the years 1981-1992First Day Cover bearing two 30 cent stamps issued for Australia Day 1985, being reproductions of paintings by Sidney Nolan and Russell Drysdale. Postmarked, 'First Day of issue 25 Jan 1985 Nunawading Vic 3131'. Below, copyrighted logo of Victoria 150. At left, logo for Australia Day Family Festival and picture of man harnessed to parachute. At base, 'January 26th 1985 Nunawading Civic Centre'. Envelopes numbered, one 377 and the other 267Municipal Office Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Envelope, 1988
The Nunawading Council produced commemorative First Day Covers for Australia Day stamped First Day of Issue during the years 1981-1922Two First Day covers for Australia Day Family Festival 1988. On each envelope five 37 cent stamps depicting arrival of First Fleet, January 1788. On left side, captioned picture of Nunawading Bicentennial Orchard including logo. Above, text including logo, 'Australia Day Family Festival 26 January 1988, Civic Centre, Nunawading'. Postmarked, 'First Day of Issue 26 Jan 1988 Nunawading Vic 3131'. Envelopes numbered 254 and 230.Municipal Offices Nunawading Vic 3131philately, date stamps, civic mementoes, souvenirs -
Parks Victoria - Andersons Mill
Sign - Stencil
This stencil was used on bags and possibly other packaging containing grain processed and packed at Anderson's Mill. The stencil would have indicated the destination of, or origin of the grain.Rectangular, brown, vinyl type material. Lettering: Andersons (blue) Cow Meal (red) Made by D. Anderson & Co Millers, Smeaton Vic, 100lbs, when Pac" (all blue) Some lettering broken bottom right."ANDERSONS / COW MEAL / MADE BY / D. ANDERSON & CO / MILLERS / SMEATON VIC / 100 LBS / WHEN PAC" -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Postcard, George Rose, c.1945
The Rose Stereograph Company first began producing postcards, identified as the 'P' series (like this particular example) in 1913 and continued in this business until 1967 after which they switched to machine manufactured colour postcards printed by an external company. These were produced by Victorian-era photographer George Rose (1861-1942) often reputed as one of the best photographers in Australia during the later 19th Century and early 20th Century. Rose was born in 1861 in Clunes and began his photography business in 1880 when he founded the Rose Stereograph Company. He later switched to producing postcards after stereographs lost popularity in the early 1920s. The Mayday Hills Hospital was one of these locations photographed by George Rose and published as a postcard. Beechworth's Mayday Hills was chosen as the site of Victoria's newest asylum, at the time, due to the landscape and altitude. The hilltop atmosphere and the native fauna, it was argued, would assist in the cure of the patients kept at the hospital (Wood 1985, 122). The positioning of the hospital had a beneficial effect on the rural town. A pamphlet published by James Ingram and Son (1849) reveal that famous landmarks in Beechworth which included the Post Office, Gaol, Courthouse and Asylum "demonstrate the appreciation of Beechworth by the Government not only as as important district center, but also as a site unrivaled as a sanitarium". There were other locations in contention at the time, but ultimately Beechworth was chosen (Craig 2000,33). Prior to the creation of the Asylum in Beechworth, those charged with having mental illnesses or, as it was termed, "insanity" were unable to be properly cared for in the Gaol (which is where they were often sent). John Buckley Castieau wrote, in 1861 for the Ovens and Murray Advertiser, that the Gaol was unable to properly care for those classified then as "insane" but that they would endeavor to treat them above the other inmates (which he notes is not always the case in other establishments). Castieau wrote this in favour of supporting the building of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth. It was stated that at the time the Mayday Hills Hospital was built, there were 83 prisoners kept in the Gaol who were to be rehoused to the Hospital on the grounds of "insanity". The classification as someone as "insane", in this period of time is a reflection on the inability to cure and understand illnesses of the mind during the mid to late 1800s. Opening on the 24th of October 1867, the Mayday Hills Hospital was originally named the "Ovens Lunatic Asylum", a title which is very much a product of its time. Whilst controversial, changes to the name is part of the history of the Hospital and can provide much insight into the understanding of mental illness throughout history and the use/disuse of this term provides information into the reception/changing opinions of mental illness in society. The Hospital would later become known as the "Mayday Hills Asylum" and/or "Mayday Hills Hospital" with the latter being the most commonly used title. An article in the Ovens and Murray Advertiser notes that on the 7th of March 1865, the foundation stone of the Hospital was laid (it would officially open in 1867) and that it was such a moment of accomplishment and joy for Beechworth that a letter to the editor even suggested that there should be a holiday dedicated to the day the foundation stone as laid. This reveals an extent to which the townspeople of early Beechworth valued the construction of the Hospital in their town. It provided the town with a sense of prestige and honour. At first glance, the remains of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth, Victoria, inspire tragedy, trauma and beauty. The buildings themselves, with their Italianate style Renaissance architecture designed by J.J. Clark (Craig 2000, 49 & Smith 2016, 203) reflect a bygone period of European and Australian history. The gardens provide a sense of tranquility and beauty. The experience of those within these walls remains a valuable area of study to provide a more complete understanding. This particular hospital is considered the fourth of its like and one of three identified as the largest of their kind. The Mayday Hills Hospital is a sister to the Kew and Ararat Asylums in Melbourne which are both located in relative proximity. Understanding the role of the Mayday Hills Hospital in Beechworth history is integral to understanding the development of the goldfields town, but also for providing important information as to the history of caring for, and the reception of, mental illnesses in Australian and wider European history. Mayday Hills provides a case study which can be researched through oral history, an analysis of the grounds/buildings and through images like this postcard which portray the structure in a highly deliberate manner. Images like this depict the strong façade of the Hospital and provide a glimpse into the tranquility of the gardens. This has been done deliberately to provide a sense of comfort and healing about the building to those looking from the outside. Further research into the importance of the Hospital in Beechworth and it's connection to the town will be supported through images like these kept in the Mayday Hills photo album in the collection of the Burke Museum.Pale sepia toned rectangular postcard printed on matte card.Obverse: THE ROSE SERIES P. 4689 / COPYRIGHT / ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES, MENTAL HOSPITAL, BEECHWORTH, VIC / Reverse: Published by the Rose Stereograph Co. / Armadale, Victoria / POST CARD / THE "ROSE" SERIES / DE LUXE / A REAL PHOTOGRAPH / PRODUCED IN AUSTRALIA /mayday hills, asylum, mental hospital, hospital, beechworth -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Ephemera - Public Transport Corporation (Vic) Envelopes - set of 4, Public Transport Corporation (PTC), c.1990s
Large white paper pre-printed envelope for the Public Transport Corporation (Vic). Has the PTC logo but no return address details. The smaller DL envelopes each have a different style for the return address and use of the name, one having the logo.A stationery that is associated with a now-dissolved corporate body which existed in the 1990s. White paper printed envelope for the Public Transport Corporation (Vic) with logo. Has a removable tab on the flap exposing the adhesive section to seal the envelope. Included are three DL size envelopes - two with a window.public transport, letters, stationery, ptc, public transport corporation -
Bendigo Military Museum
Administrative record - DEMOBILIZATION PROCEDURE BOOK, Australian Military Forces, C.1941
John Newman DAY Regt No V155751 enlisted at Inglewood, Vic on 20.07.1941, age 30 years. Discharged from the Army on 28.02.1946 with the rank of Sgt in HQ AMF POOL A.A. EDUCATION SERVICE.Demobilization Procedure Book AAB.87 No 146533, brown covers, 32 pages contains details of the soldier's records, leave, clothing issue, education, hand written in black, blue, stamped throughout in purple and red, rear page has slip pasted in."V155751 DAY John Newman, 43 Chapel Street, Bendigo, Vic" "VN152"demobilization, procedures, books -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Textile - ANA COLLECTION: ANA YELLOW & GREEN FLAG
Australian Natives Association flag yellow initials "ANA" on green background cotton material in three pieces flag in excellent condition manufactured by Carroll & Richardson Pty. Ltd. 194-196 Whitehorse Rd. Blackburn, Vic. a extent of flag b detail of lettering c manufacturer's details, Carroll & Richardson Pty. Ltd.Carroll & Richardson Pty. Ltd. 194-196 Whitehorse Rd. Blackburn, Vic.