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Bendigo Military Museum
Weapon - KNIFE, 1917
Item souvenired by Edwin James Jones No 3511 AIF. Refer 1367.5 for his ervice history.Metal knife, American issue. Handle has a groove along each side."A.C Co US 1917" "130C 67"military equipment-american, us, jones -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Cutter
Lead and Rule Cutter, made by Rouse, model "American". S/N 50382.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Film - Film, DVD, Brian Wizard's Vietnam: then (1969) and again (1999), 2009
Short films of American gunners, including Brian Wizard, during the Vietnam Warvietnam war, 1961-1975 - participation, american -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, Das Land Ohne Herz, 1942
Property of internee at Camp 3, TaturaHard cover, bound German travel book. Subject : A trip in unknown AmericaJ 205book, das land ohne herz, bissinger g, wied g, camp 3, tatura, ww2, books, history, local, travel -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus Archives
Slide - Glass slide, Sepia, 1891-1905
Sepia photograph of a North American Indian woman and child early 1900. No frame.Squaw & Papooseanthropology, north america, first nation, indians, squaws, papoose, women, children -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Overseas study tour June-August 1979, 1979
Study tour of North America and Europe taken by City Engineer for the City of NunawadingStudy tour of North America and Europe taken by City Engineer for the City of NunawadingStudy tour of North America and Europe taken by City Engineer for the City of Nunawadingcity of nunawading, wilson, d.j. -
Ballarat Heritage Services
Image, Visit of the American Fleet, Syndey, 1908, 1908
On 20 August 1908 well over half a million Sydneysiders turned out to watch the arrival of the United States (US) Navy’s ‘Great White Fleet’.Black and white photographic image of the American Fleet parading down a street in Sydney. american fleet, parade, sydney, great white fleet -
Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Flag - USA Flag and scarf, Stars and Stripes flag and regimental scarf
1. United States of America flag - printed with metal fittings 2. Scarf1. 2YD USA 2. Regimental scarf - black background with red diamond shapes with number 2 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Archive - MCCOLL, RANKIN AND STANISTREET COLLECTION: CENTRAL NELL GWYNNE, 19
Object. Blue metal box with hinged lid. Knob handle on the lid. The inside of the box is divided into three compartments.Central Nell Gynne painted on the lid.mining, business, mining box 6, mccoll, rankin & stanistreet, central nell gwynne, gold mining, boxes -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Memorabilia - Souvenir Dish Wodonga Victoria, C. 1925 - 1935
A wide range of souvenirs have been produced to commemorate Wodonga and its landmarks over time. These items document key changes in Wodonga and its heritage. The Water Tower and Soldiers Memorial have been key landmarks in the centre of the main street. The Water Tower was in operation from 1924 until it ceased operation in 1959. The original Soldier Memorial was dedicated on Tuesday 18th November, 1924.Small china and glass pieces carrying scenic views of holiday destinations were a popular kind of souvenir during much of the 20th century. These items have local and social significance as they reflect the landmarks or local features valued by the community over time.A square crystal dish with image of the Water Tower and Soldiers MemorialAt bottom of central image "Scene, Wodonga"wodonga, souvenirs, water tower, soldiers memorial -
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Phillips FM 828 Radio, 1983
After the 1939 bushfires, the Forests Commission Victoria invested heavily in a radically new communications network. After suffering some inevitable delays due to the war, radio VL3AA switched into full operation in October 1945 proudly beaming out 200 watts across the State. But by today’s standards, the technology was primitive and the reception poor unless the user was on a high point somewhere. The radio signal was "line-of-sight" and bounced between fire towers and relay transmitters across the mountains back to the District offices. The advent of solid-state electronics in the 1960s replaced the more delicate valve sets which enabled greater use of vehicle mounted radios. The Commission continued to research, develop and build new radios at its many workshops around Victoria. The network was supported by a large team of skilled radio technicians. The more secure and versatile State Mobile Radio (SMR) digital trunk system came into operation in about 1995. Upgraded Tait Radios were purchased in 2014 after recommendations of the 2009 Bushfires Royal Commission. But it was the convergence of separate technologies such as 5G mobile phones, high-capacity and light-weight lithium batteries, Wi-Fi, the ever-expanding internet, cloud data storage, digital cameras, GPS, personal organisers and hundreds of supporting Apps into powerful smartphones and tablets which revolutionised bushfire communications from the mid-2000s. Aircraft radio with handsetCentral Gippsland Region 09/067bushfire, radios, forests commission victoria (fcv) -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Souvenir - Photographs: Central Deborah Mine
The Central Deborah Mine closed it's mining operations in 1954. The complete nature of the site encouraged the Bendigo City Council to purchase the site in 1970 in order that it be preserved. In 1971 the Bendigo Trust was formed and under its auspices the surface was opened to tourists in 1971' Extensive work enabled Level 2, underground to be opened to the public. This was followed in 1998 by Underground Level 3 Adventure tours. In 2011 visitors were able to tour as far down as Level 9, 228 meters below ground making it the deepest underground mine tour.Concertina souvenir six photographs of mining at Central Deborah Gold Mine Bendigo Victoria. Could be broken up to send as six separate postcardspostcards, central deborah mine -
The Beechworth Burke Museum
Animal specimen - American Crow, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
The American Crow is common throughout North America. They reside in areas with open view and trees but can often frequent city parks, suburbs of large cities and along the seashore. The Crow is a robber and therefore, find living in locations which they can raid for food perfect. These birds are sociable animals and are often found in small groups made up of family members. All their lives they reside in the one location; however, they do migrate south during the autumn. They usually find their food by walking along the ground and eat both plant and animal foods. This includes worms, larvae, insects and fruits and nuts. Crows are also known to feed on small rabbits, frogs and mice. They are also identified as nest predators because they feed on eggs. In areas occupied by humans, the Crow will find their food source from trash and also road kill. The American Crow is not considered to be an endangered species and list them on the IUCN Red List as Least Concern. However, large amounts of crows are killed for sporting and during campaigns (having a desire to reduce the population of the Crow in America). This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century.This American Crow has black plumage which has slightly faded in colour. This colour fading could also indicate that the bird was molting because the feathers of the American Crow appear brownish when the are about to molt and these feathers give way to new glossy black feathers. The specimen has two black glass eyes, a dark bill and dark legs with talons. Both the edges of the bill and the talons are faded into a pale buff colour. It is likely that the legs and talons were painted a dark black by the taxidermist and the paint has either worn off or faded over the years. The bird is standing tall on a wooden mount and looking forwards. It has a paper identification tag attached to the right leg. The tail is short and the feathers are rounded at the ends.153a. / See catalogue page 61taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, bird, america, crow, american crow -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (Item) - Black and white postcard, Rose Stereograph Company, NARBETHONG HOUSE, NARBETHONG, VIC, 1913-1967
A digital copy of a black and white postcard of Narbethong House situated next to the Black Spur Hotel in Narbethong.A digital copy of a black and white postcard of Narbethong House situated next to the Black Spur Hotel in Narbethong. A postcard in a series produced by the Rose Stereograph Company in Victoria, Australia as a souvenir of Narbethong. narbethong, victoria, australia, postcard, rose series postcard, the rose stereograph company, souvenir, black spur hotel, narbethong house, p. 10284 -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (Item) - Black and white postcard, Rose Stereograph Company, THE BRIDGE, NARBETHONG HOUSE, NARBETHONG, VIC, 1913-1967
A digital copy of a black and white postcard of a photograph taken of a bridge at Narbethong House in Narbethong.A digital copy of a black and white postcard of a photograph taken of a bridge at Narbethong House in Narbethong. This postcard was produced by The Rose Stereograph Company as a souvenir of Narbethong.narbethong, victoria, australia, postcard, rose series postcard, the rose stereograph company, narbethong house, wooden bridge, p. 2709 -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (Item) - Black and white postcard, Rose Stereograph Company, THE WATERWHEEL, NARBETHONG HOUSE, NARBETHONG, VIC, 1913-1967
A digital copy of a black and white postcard of a photograph taken of a waterwheel at Narbethong House in Narbethong.A digital copy of a black and white postcard of a photograph taken of a waterwheel at Narbethong House in Narbethong. This postcard was produced by The Rose Stereograph Company as a souvenir of Narbethong.narbethong, victoria, australia, postcard, rose series postcard, the rose stereograph company, narbethong house, wooden bridge, p. 2710 -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Map (Item) - Tourist Map, Department of Lands & Survey, Tourist's Map of Narbethong and Marysville Districts Victoria, 1913
A tourist map for the Narbethong and Marysville Districts that was originally produced by the Department of Lands & Survey in 1925.A tourist map for the Narbethong and Marysville Districts that was originally produced by the Department of Lands & Survey in 1925.Reprint of the 1925 Tourist brochure by permission R.E. Holmes Surveyor General By Authority: ALBERT J. MULLETT, Government Printer, Melbourne. Photo Lithographed at the Department of Lands and Survey Melbourne by W.J. Butson/ 26.8.13narbethong, marysville, victoria, department of lands & survey, the acheron valley, warburton, map, tourist map -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Map (Item) - Tourist Map, Department of Lands & Survey, Tourist's Map of Narbethong and Marysville Districts Victoria, 1913
A tourist map for the Narbethong and Marysville Districts that was originally produced by the Department of Lands & Survey in 1925.A tourist map for the Narbethong and Marysville Districts that was originally produced by the Department of Lands & Survey in 1925.Reprint of the 1925 Tourist brochure by permission R.E. Holmes Surveyor General By Authority: ALBERT J. MULLETT, Government Printer, Melbourne. Photo Lithographed at the Department of Lands and Survey Melbourne by W.J. Butson/ 26.8.13narbethong, marysville, victoria, department of lands & survey, the acheron valley, warburton, map, tourist map -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Ephemera (Item) - Pocket card map, Broadbent's Official Road Guides Company, Broadbent's Map No. 163 Marysville & District, 1950s
A pocket card map of Marysville and the district. Drawn map of Marysville and the district. Has a legend, scale and a town map of Marysville. Gives an address for Broadbent's Publishing Office of 475 Collins St Melbourne and a Melbourne telephone number - MR 2021. Reverse has advertisements for Barton's Store and Marylands Guest House in Marysville.A pocket card map of Marysville and the district. Gives information about Marysville and the district. Broadbent's was a prolific publisher of maps. marysville, victoria, maps, broadbent's, barton's store, marylands guest house -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Newspaper (Item) - Newspaper article, The Argus Newspaper et al, Overseas visitors are in love with Marysville, 06-12-1955
A digital copy of a newspaper article regarding the need for the government of the time to make improvements on roads and to infrastructure at tourist sites in the Marysville area.A digital copy of a newspaper article regarding the need for the government of the time to make improvements on roads and to infrastructure at tourist sites in the Marysville area.Souvenir/ written by/ GORDON/ WILLIAMS/ and/ PERCY/ TAYLOR/ Photography/ by/ JACK/ LAWRENCEmarysville, victoria, newspaper article, the argus, jack lawrence, gordon williams, percy taylor, marysville tourist and progress association, lake mountain, steavenson falls, talbot drive, keppel falls, taggerty river -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (Item) - Black and white postcard, Rose Stereograph Company, BLACK SPUR HOTEL AND NARBETHONG HOUSE, NARBETHONG, 1913-1967
A digital copy of a black and white postcard of the Black Spur Hotel and Narbethong House in Narbethong.A digital copy of a black and white postcard of the Black Spur Hotel and Narbethong House in Narbethong. A postcard in a series produced by the Rose Stereograph Company in Victoria, Australia as a souvenir of Narbethong. narbethong, victoria, australia, postcard, rose series postcard, the rose stereograph company, p. 2258, souvenir, black spur hotel, narbethong house -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Postcard (Item) - Black and white postcard, Rose Stereograph Company, IN THE GROUNDS, NARBETHONG HOUSE, NARBETHONG, VIC, 1913-1967
A digital copy of a black and white postcard of a photograph taken in the grounds at Narbethong House in Narbethong.A digital copy of a black and white postcard of a photograph taken in the grounds at Narbethong House in Narbethong. This postcard was produced by The Rose Stereograph Company as a souvenir of Narbethong.narbethong, victoria, australia, postcard, rose series postcard, the rose stereograph company, p. 2707, narbethong house, wooden bridge -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Ephemera (Item) - Accommodation brochure, MARYSVILLE HOLIDAY COTTAGES, Unknown
An information brochure regarding the facilites and amenities available to guests at Marysville Holiday Cottages.An information brochure regarding the facilites and amenities available to guests at Marysville Holiday Cottages.marysville, narbethong, victoria, australia, marysville holiday cottages, accommodation, amber view, rose cottage, blue views, brochure -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Ephemera (Item) - Accommodation brochure, MARYSVILLE HOLIDAY COTTAGES, Unknown
An information brochure regarding the facilites and amenities available to guests at Marysville Holiday Cottages.An information brochure regarding the facilites and amenities available to guests at Marysville Holiday Cottages.marysville, narbethong, victoria, australia, marysville holiday cottages, accommodation, amber view, rose cottage, blue views, brochure -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Ephemera (Item) - Accommodation brochure, MARYSVILLE HOLIDAY COTTAGES, Unknown
An information brochure regarding the facilites and amenities available to guests at Marysville Holiday Cottages.An information brochure regarding the facilites and amenities available to guests at Marysville Holiday Cottages.marysville, narbethong, victoria, australia, marysville holiday cottages, accommodation, amber view, rose cottage, blue views, brochure -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Decorative object - Brooch from the Sarah Coventry jewellery range, c. 1970s -1980s
Sarah Coventry Pty. Ltd. was a North American jewellery company that was established in 1949 by the Stuart family as part of Emmons Jewelry, Inc. It began operations in England and Australia in 1968, and in Australia it moved from Carlton in Melbourne to Wodonga in 1969. The premises were originally on High St. in Wodonga, but a new warehouse was built in Melbourne Rd. later in 1969. It was a direct selling jewellery business using a party-plan model similar to Tupperware and Avon. The sales reps or 'Hostesses' were provided with jewellery samples in demonstration kits, which they displayed at jewellery parties in their homes. The designs for jewellery such as brooches, necklaces, earrings, chokers and bracelets were purchased from freelance designers and jewellery manufacturers rather than in-house designers. In 1979 Sarah Coventry Pty. Ltd. in Wodonga was bought by three Australian businessmen, including Wodonga local Jim Sawyer, and continued to sell jewellery under the name "Sargem Pty. Ltd”, for several more years in the 1980s. As part of the Sarah Coventry collection, the brooch has local significance with the decentralised commercial development of regional centres such as Wodonga in NE Victoria, as well as national and international significance from the perspective of social and economic developments for women after World War II. The direct selling party-plan business model Sarah Coventry was based on is also considered the first of its kind for jewellery.Gold and silver toned metal brooch with a central faux pearl from the Sarah Coventry Pty. Ltd. jewellery range, in the shape of a flower. Two layers of 'petals' with the outer layer gold toned and the inner layer silver toned around the central faux pearl. "©SARAH CANADA" on the back surface below the pin clasp.sarah coventry, jewellery, wodonga, costume jewellery, vintage fashion jewellery, brooch, brooches -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Equipment (item) - Rude Star Identifier with Hydrographic Modifications A N Type 1 Hydrographic Office No. 2102-C, Star Identifier
This star finder, designed for aeronautical use, was based on the Rude form as modified by Elmer Collins of the United States Hydrographic Office. It consists of a white plastic planisphere with the northern sky on one side and the southern on the other that shows all the stars in the American and the British Air Almanacs; nine clear plastic altitude-azimuth templates for use at different latitudes up to 85° north and south; an instruction card; and a leatherette container. It was published in March 1942 under the authority of the Secretary of the Navy, and cost $2.50. -
Parks Victoria - Wilsons Promontory Lightstation
Door, oven
The collection includes a small number of cast iron kitchen range components which appear to originate from more than one fuel-burning cooker. They are possibly relics from the two nineteenth century kitchens destroyed in the 1951 bushfire or bits from abandoned obsolete cookers. There are two oven doors, both with different types of hinges and handles discernible despite their badly corroded condition. One door is rectangular with a raised edging and a handle in the shape of a fist gripping a rod; the other door has a slightly curved top and is also framed and retains its strap hinges and central lock/handle. Door from a fuel burning domestic oven. It has a slightly curved top, is framed and retains its strap hinges and central lock/handle -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - AN AMERICAN ON THE GOLDFIELDS, THE BENDIGO PHOTOGRAPHS OF BENJAMIN PIERCE BATCHELDER, 2001
AN AMERICAN ON THE GOLDFIELDS, THE BENDIGO PHOTOGRAPHS OF BENJAMIN PIERCE BATCHELDER. 134 pages with photos and illustrations.Mike Butcher and Yolande M.J. Collinsbendigo, history, benjamin batchelder, bendigo, mining, goldfields, benjamin batchelder, streetscapes, industry, architecture, heritage buildings, history -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - American Great White Fleet, 1908
28 "Rose" stereographs of the visit of the American Great White Fleet to Melbourne and Sydney in 1908armed services - navy, celebrations fetes and exhibitions