Maxwell Hay Proctor was a member of the top air crew in his squadron. Unfortunately there are no details of Max's squadron. A small black and white photograph of Max Proctor in a group of four air crew including Max on the far right with three men in uniform when leaving Sale in Victoria in October 1944. The group are standing in a line outside near a large tree in foggy weather.They were the top air crew in the squadron. ww11, royal australian air force, raf 1944, war

This file contains one item about the Caulfield RSL’s newsletter: 1/Five issues (nos. 26, 33, 35, 42, and 44) of Furfs, the official newsletter of the Caulfield RSL, dated 12/2000, 05/2004, 10/2005, 12/2007, and 11/2009 respectively. The issues vary in size (numbering 12, 6, 1, 8, and 8 pages, respectively) and consequently, in terms of breadth of content. Most, however, report on the Club’s recent activities, list the current administrative staff, eulogise recently deceased members, and contain advertisements for goods and services of interest to members. All except the shortest also contain numerous black-and-white photographs of members participating in various events. No. 42 also has an article on the progress of the Club history including mention of a 1963 ABC Four Corners episode with footage inside and outside the Club as well as interviews with members.furfs, advertisements, gould tony, moore hedley, frances ken, stewart r. k, whybrow john, mclean tom, elsternwick, canfield bill, anzac day, remembrance day, middlemiss glenys, middlemiss brian, sayers john, rodda alby, st. george’s road, remembrance day service, president’s dinner, annett michael colonel, dejussing clive, stacey carole, white thomas sir, fuller joan, edwards m. t., greer j., warburton jimmy, decker john, mcbean j., mclean s. mrs., gibson ray, rigby jack, oakley trevor, paul’s steak house, wear well dry cleaners, mclean susan, caulfield lions clubs, glen eira district lions, ‘my brother jack’ short story award, ‘glenmore’, everett kevin, lee kenneth c., sneddon bruce n., perignon george j., bradley john m., kennedy colin j., waratah cellars, glenhuntly road, glen huntly road, taverna john, taverna robyn, gaylard bernie, auhl ron, yob loretta, muir frank, morris tony, blaney matt, james bob, kevin brennan, davey kathleen, wreath laying ceremonies, may carl, one petroleum co., ager michelle major, taus joe, geier noel, blore peter, creaney john, wadley geoffrey, oliver mavis i., browne donald d., ross john, kidd william, rea alan m., pollock rob, pollock florence, sell patricia miss, fidler n., dew d., mayell w., booth vincent, booth lois, johnson carl, ‘the ole tin hat’, centre road, bentleigh, rigby pat, eade charles, howell davie, blore jeff, russell paul, morse r. e., long bridford f. r., harkensee keith r., collins williams h., daniels albert e., stephani detleef p. von, walton alan l., canfield william g., barclay henry i., rose frank w., sherriff william g., may donald c., fergus mark l., sorel peter a., chivers keith, scarffe richard a., dalgleish maggie, sampson stan, jacobs frank, ware les, powell massey, merlo harry, perini leo, milnes ‘bluey’, carmody jack, edwards michael terrence, orrock george, lyon stan, raines barbara, raines laurie, hall ron, metherall murray, blore geoff, walker keith, davis max, doyle tom, reece jim, jewell bill, o’neill roe, ferrari ron, fogarty des, sinclair bill, mitchell j., harris l., boughton h. ms., townsend d. mrs., decker j., larkin r., elder g., sell p., clarke john, mclean t., kean phyllis m., booth geoffrey e., donoghue clifton s., durham leonard c., ford john w., nitsche neil h., davidson kelvin r., werba adele, pleydell max, price colin, taberner laurie, condron neil, leech gail, green barry rev’d, veteran’s lunch, devlin joseph h., murray mark blodwen, jackman david d., hall erica d., hackman james f., thompson pauline l., gassick betty m. le, logan george, wilson tony, slater bob, cobby a. h. (harry) air commodore, steinberg alison mrs., astill bob, reed donald, niewland hans, bodelier berry, little harold, hawkes stewart, limbue ram bahadur, kirkwood robert, rai bharansher, mclean susan, mcbean jon, white michael sgt., caspar freddie

Four items Typed notes by Irene Capek, dated May 1993, describing her arrival in Melbourne 08/04/1949 and subsequent life in Caulfield, with accompanying letter dated 09/05/1993 from her to the Campbells. Cop of Irene Capek’s notes published in Caulfield Historical Society’s Newsletters No.38 October 1993 and No.39 April 1994. Typed notes by Irene Capek dated May 1994, describing her life at Norwood Road, including her community activities and her son’s experience at school, with accompanying letter dated 26/05/1994. Undated research notes by unknown person, from 1948 Sands and McDougall re ‘Matlock’ and Lawrence Pendlebury.capek irene, capek john, capek fred, maclaren dr., sanger rabbi dr., winkler mrs., winkler mr., winkler louis, davies david, davies valerie, davies lindy, dennis c.j., pendlebury lawrence, pendlebury ann, gude nornie, capek ann, caulfield north primary school, fred capek and associates consulting engineers, caulfield historical society, campbell mr., campbell mrs., migrants, migrant services, immigration, councillors, engineers, efca engineering pty ltd, suburban life, domestic life, caulfield, caulfield north, norwood road, alma road, dandenong road, church of christ caulfield north, caulfield park, matlock, glenhuntly road, albion street, caulfield south, jackson miss, hawthorn road, variety service agency, caulfield town hall, hanbury rosemary, greenall mrs., teachers, capek john, capek ann, charities, community services, employment, fundraising events, thai community, citizenship ceremonies, voluntary workers, boarding houses, rationing, private garages, synagogues, builders, manufacturing industry, ex-service organisations, marble, fireplaces, refugees, discrimination

This group photograph of Jacana Primary School students and teachers, taken in the year 2000, serves as a meaningful reflection of the school’s lasting presence in the Jacana community. Founded in 1959 and operating until the early 2000s, Jacana Primary was more than a place of education—it was a central part of community life, fostering connection, learning, and shared identity across generations. The image documents not only the individuals present at the time but also the school’s broader cultural values—camaraderie, diversity, and a strong sense of belonging. As a visual record, it offers valuable insight into the everyday life of the school and the social environment of Jacana at the turn of the century. It stands as a testament to the role Jacana Primary played in shaping young lives and strengthening community bonds.This 2000 group photograph of students and teachers at Jacana Primary School is a significant cultural and historical artifact that reflects the enduring legacy of the school within the Jacana community. Established in 1959 and operating until the early 2000s, Jacana Primary was a cornerstone of local life, providing not only education but also a sense of identity, belonging, and continuity for generations of families. The photograph is important as a visual record of the school’s final years, capturing the diversity, camaraderie, and inclusive spirit that defined its culture. It offers insight into the social and educational environment of the time and serves as a tangible reminder of the school’s role in shaping the lives of its students and contributing to the broader social fabric of the suburb. As a preserved image, it holds value for former students, educators, and the wider community, symbolising shared memories and the collective history of Jacana. A vibrant laminated colour photograph featuring a group of children and staff seated in three rows. Their names are displayed on a white panel, printed on glossy paper, accompanied by the school logo.jacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, 2000, ms. carol taylor, grade 3/4, teagan nash, jovie anne orca, belinda tracey, whitney sammut, krishna hurley-edwards, jamana matar, jade lloyd, matthew sinnett, kristijan mihaljev, stephanie melta, benjamin grubbergs, andrew knostens, allak hamad, jocelyn towers, clara david, trent gore, andrew fuimaono, maeve-aine oakley, matthew welsh, joshua harris, emre akbiyik, ms. farnsworth, mr. bojczuk, mrs. nancy fry

This is Vol. 1 of the Moorabbin Mirror produced by CMHS members Fran & Holger Bader November 2014 The Moorabbin Mirror reflects the history and heritage of the former City of Moorabbin — derived from Mooroobin, ‘a resting place’ in the Bunurrung spoken language. In 1994, the City of Moorabbin was integrated into the Cities of Bayside, Glen Eira, Kingston and Monash. CMHS members are informed of the Local Government Mayors , CMHS Committee of Management Members, CMHS Operations & Projects and General Members Meeting Dates. Articles about the K.G Putt Memorial Centre Bentleigh Elderly Citizens Club 60th Anniversary Celebration and the induction of locally born Aviator Harry Hawker 1889-1921 into the Australian Aviation Hall of Fame at Wagga Wagga, on 8 Nov 2014. Following our success in obtaining the PROV Grant in May 2014 Lindie Ward, Museums Mannequins Ltd, brought the new mannequin for the Mary Box Wedding Dress to Box Cottage in August and showed members how to present the dress. In September the new Museum Display Cabinet from TASHCO Pty Ltd, Corio was delivered.The unveiling of the Dress in the Cabinet was celebrated on September 10th by CMHS members with special guests Elizabeth Miller MP Bentleigh and Elizabeth Triarico , History and Heritage Co-ordinator GECC. Also notes of local interest regarding McKinnon Secondary College 60th Anniversary and the success of the Bentleigh Greens Soccer Club .This is Vol. 1 of the Moorabbin Mirror, Newsletter of CMHS November 2014 A4 x 4 pages in pdf and printed form of Vol. 1 Moorabbin Mirror, November 2014MOORABBIN MIRROR / NEWSLETTER OF THE CITY OF MOORABBIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY (CMHS)moorabin, ormond, public records office victoria, ward lindie, miller elizabeth mp, triarico elizabeth, box mary, box alonzo, early settlers, pioneers, putt k. g., hawker harry, tashco pty ltd, australian aviation hall of fame, bentleigh greens soccer club, mckinnon secondary college, cheltenham, moorabbin airport, museum mannequins ltd

Shorty Jangala Robertson (c1930s-2014) Born Jila (Chilla Well). A large soakage clay pan near Yuendumu, approx 300kms north west of Alice Springs in Central Australia. He lived a nomadic with his family having virtually no contact with white people during his youth but remembers leaving Jila for Mt Theo 'to hide' from being shot. His father died at Mt Theo and then with his mother he moved to the new settlement of Yuendumu. His working life was full of adventure and he worked for different enterprises in the Alice Springs/Yuendumu area, finally settling at Yuendumu in 1967. In all of his travels and jobs over his whole working life, he escaped the growing Central Desert art movement. It was not until much later in his life that he began to paint. Shorty Jangala Robertson uses strong colour of colour to depict his Dreamings, which include Ngapa (Water), Watiyawarnu (Acacia), Yankirri (Emu) and Pamapardu (Flying Ant). He continued to live at Yuendumu with his family until his passing in 2014. Colour sugarlift acquatint of fruit bats, printed in colour inks, from multiple stencils. The work features cross hatching (rarrk).Signed with an Xaboriginal, shorty jangala robertson

At the funeral of Nancy Badger (also known as Mitchell) Eltham residents and others recalled her life and activities around Eltham. Contents Newspaper article: "If you knew Nancy...", Diamond Valley News, 30 April 1985. Remembers Nancy Badger (also known as Mitchel).Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etcnancy badger, nancy mitchell, denise bertrand, e ware, st margaret's anglican church, denis o'brien and son pty ltd, martin o'brien, eltham football club, daphne baker, jim baker, father ron dowling

Eltham resident, Tom McGregor was 100 years old on 28 January 2010. Contents Newspaper article: "Century milestone down to more than just luck" Diamond Valley Leader, 17 February 2010, Outlines life of Tom McGregor, 100 years old.Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etctom mcgregor

A magazine article about ‘A History of Transport’ mural, formerly located at Spencer Street Railway Station, Melbourne, painted by artist Harold Freeman, source and date unknown. The article also includes a brief history of Harold Freedman, his life and work, written by Elizabeth Watson.freedman harold, freedman heather, caulfield, murals, art, transport, land transport, artists, artworld people

Two items A reprinted article fromt he Australian Dictionary of Biography on Stanley Korman, his life and his business ventures. An email from on of former employee of Stanley Korman about his knowledge of Stanley Korman, owner of the Centenary Wollen Mills Pty Ltd.korman stanley, korman sylvia (lazanus), centenary woollen mills pty ltd, bentleigh, stanhill pty ltd, automobile finance company of australia ltd, bentleigh woollen mills, thomas street, brewer road

Extracts from log books and journals of explorers and travellers from the time George Bass entered and sketched the harbour in 1798, combined with rare charts and plates. This compilation brings life to European activity at Western Port during the thirty-seven years that preceded Melbourne's founding. xiv, 110 p. : ill., facsims., maps ; 24 cm. ISBN 0959065202