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Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Newspaper - The Australian Farm & Home, VOL. LI No. 4, April, 1942 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. Demonstrates Harry Jenkins interest and involvement in farming and cattle.Paper periodical publication 'The Australian Farm & Home', Journal of The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria, VOL. LI-No.4, April 30, 1942, containing an article 'The Churchill Stud' by Capt. E.W. Dixon'Mrs. Jenkins' [front page, left hand side], 'Printed Matter Only. Mr. Ted Jenkins, Churchill Island via Newhaven', [back cover, left hand side]the australian farm & home, journal of the royal agricultural society of victoria, the churchill stud, dairy shorthorn, capt. e.w. dixon, harry jenkins, churchill island -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - letter, 2 pages headed 'You from G.R. Buckley and Others', May 1939 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. Typed solicitor's letter on letterhead of Henderson & Ball, addressed to Mr. E.H. Jenkins regarding purchase of land from G.R. Buckley and Others. Letter dated 11 May, 1939"at 4 1/2 %" [inserted last line, fourth paragraph], "(Purchase Price 2000 pounds)" [end fourth paragraph], "HenB" [bottom first page], "Henderson Ball" [second page}henderson & ball, mr e.h. jenkins, g.r. buckley, harry jenkins, churchill island, 1939 -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Letter - Letter from Department of Agriculture to H. Jenkins, 1941 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. The document demonstrates Harry Jenkins interest and committment to farming and provides information on farming of the era.Typed letter on Department of Agriculture, Victoria letterhead, addressed to Mr. E.H. Jenkins, regarding improvement of pasture land at Churchill Island, signed 'R.L. Twentyman,' Agrostologist, dated 9th April, 1941R.L. Twentyman [bottom right hand corner]department of agriculture, mr. e.h. jenkins, harry jenkins, churchill island, farm -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Report on visit to property owned by Mr H Jenkins, April 1942 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973The report demonstrates Harry Jenkins interest and committment to farming and provides information on farming in the era.Report on visit to property owned by Mr. H. Jenkins, Churchill Island, regarding stock, pastures, crops, and recommendations, written by A.C.T. Hewitt on his visit to Churchill Island on 17.4.1942. Report enclosed with letter dated 1st May 1942 [Item Registration No. 0230]"under present conditions' [end 7th paragraph, 2nd page]churchill island, farm, harry jenkins, farm management -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Letter - Typed letter from the Live Stock Science Officer, May 1942 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973This letter demonstrates Harry Jenkins committment to farming at Churchill Island.Typed paper letter on Department of Agriculture letterhead, to Mr. H. Jenkins, dated 1st May, 1942, enclosing report with recommendations on visit to Churchill Island. Signed A.C.T. Heweitt, Live Stock Science OfficerA.C.T. Hewitt [bottom right hand corner]department of agriculture, live stock division, a.c.t. hewitt, mr h. jenkins, harry jenkins, churchill island -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Handwritten notes on paper, 1940s approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973This document provides information regarding Churchill Island ownership.Pencil notes regarding Churchill Island ownership from 1879 to 1937. Author unknownTULLIS BOND MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN [watermark - bottom of page, rear]churchill island ownership, chruchill island, amess, jenkins, farm, notes, handwritten -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Handwritten notes on paper, 1959 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. The document demonstrates Harry Jenkins interest and committment to farming on Churchill Island and provides information on farming of the era.Handwritten notes in pencil on paper regarding fertiliser amounts in 100 weight bags per paddock, 11 paddocks. Dated 1959, presumed author Harry Jenkinsfertilizer, paddock, farm, churchill island, harry jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Handwritten notes on paper
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artefacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. The document demonstrates Harry Jenkins interest and committment to farming on Churchill Island and provides information on farming of the era.Herd notes. Handwritten notes in pencil on paper (lined) with script running perpendicular to the lines, with names and ages of herd.churchill island, herd, farm, harry jenkins, jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Handwritten notes on paper
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. This document demonstrates Harry Jenkins interest and commitment to farming at Churchill Island and provides information on farming of the era.Handwritten notes in pencil on paper, regarding fertilising farm. Assumed to be written by Harry Jenkinsfarming, fertilizer, churchill island, harry jenkins, jenkins, farm, handwritten, notes -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Handwritten notes on paper, 14 September, 1944 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artefacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973.The note demonstrates Harry Jenkins' interest in the farm and thorough approach to farming. It also provides information on farming of the era.Handwritten notes in pencil on paper, with names of six cows and milk quantities, morning and evening, and butterfat. Dated 14th September 1944. Assumed author Harry Jenkins.harry jenkins, churchill island, farm, cows, milk, quantities, dairy, jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Paper Licence Document, Motor Spirit Consumer's Licence, 11/3/49 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973.The document demonstrates Harry Jenkins involvement in the farm and provides information on farm life in the era.Paper Motor Spirit Consumer's Licence for Primary Producer Truck issued by Commonwealth of Australia Liquid Fuel Control Board (Vic) to Edward H. Jenkins (Jnr) Churchill Island, Newhaven, for vehicle make D.K.W., Utility, Registration No. 8676. Date of Issue 11/3/49[signed] Edward H. Jenkins [bottom left hand, front] [stamped] LFCB CANCELLED VICTORIA; SAN REMO VIC 26 MR49; SAN REMO VIC 28MR49; SAN REMO VIC -2MY49; SAN REMO VIC -6JE49; SAN REMO VIC 14NO49; SAN REMO VIC 14NO49; SAN REMO VIC 14NO49; SAN REMO VIC -6FE50 [REAR] motor spirit consumer's licence, harry jenkins, jenkins, churchill island, primary, producer, truck, license -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Motor Spirit Consumer's Special LIcence, 15/11/1949 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973.The document demonstrates his interest in the farm and provides information on farming in the era.Paper Motor Spirit Consumer's Special LIcence issued by Commonwealth of Australia Liquid Fuel Control Board (Vic) to Edward H. Jenkins, Churchill Island via Newhaven, for International Tractor B. & P. Lighting Plant, Special Licence No. SP/33298, period 15/11/49 to 31/5/50[stamped] RELIEF NO4; SAN REMO VIC 6FE50; LFOB CANCELLED VICTORIA; LFOB CANCELLED VICTORIA; LFOB CANCELLED VICTORIA; LFOB CANCELLED VICTORIA: LFOB CANCELLED VICTORIA; LFOB CANCELLED VICTORIA; LFOB CANCELLED VICTORIA; Ration Tickets may be drawn only at San Remo 9Post Office) [initialed] Authorising Officer 6-12-49 (Date) [front]motor spirit consumer's special licence, harry jenkins, jenkins, churchill island, cars, license, car -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Solicitor's letter, 11 May 1939 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973.The letter provides information regarding the purchase of Churchill Island.Typed solicitor's letter from Henderson & Ball Solicitors & Co, to Mr. E.H. Jenkins, 33 Collins St, Melbourne, regarding purchase from G.R. Buckley and Other, and enclosing sketch plan (catalogue item no. 0108.2), dated 11th May 1939, titled "You from G.R. Buckley and Others"[signed] Henderson & Ball "at 4 1/2 %" [inserted last line, fourth paragraph], "(Purchase Price 2000 pounds)" [end fourth paragraph], "HenB" [bottom first page], "Henderson Ball" [second page}harry jenkins, churchill island, purchase, solicitor, letter, jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Map - Hand drawn map of Churchill Island, May 1939 (approx.)
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. This document is an example of a hand drawn map of the era, measured in links.Hand drawn map in pencil on paper of situation and measurements of land contained in Vendor's Title. Attached to solicitor's letter catalogue item No. 0108.1[signed] Hen B [bottom right hand corner]churchill island, purchase, harry jenkins, jenkins, margaret campbell, sister campbell, real estate, solicitor -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Journal - Bridge Notebook, 1959 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. This item demonstrates Harry Jenkins thorough and detailed approach to the maintenance of Churchill Island Farm and construction in the era.Small lined notebook, with navy blue plastic removable cover with press stud fasteners. Contains notes regarding 1959 bridge construction written by Harry Jenkins. bridge, 1959, harry jenkins, churchill island, farm, roadwork, jenkins -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Carbon Copy of Memo with Bordesan title page, BORDESAN, 1938 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. The document demonstrates farming and fungicide methods of the era.Paper document report, carbon copy, foolscap, on 'Bordesan', a colloidal suspension of a highly fungicial copper preparation, written by J.D. Riedal-E. de Haen A.G., Chemical Works, Berlin-Britz, Germany, and a memo from S.W. Peterson & Co. Ltd, Sydney Office to Mr. Sutcliffe, Melbourne. 15 pagesBordesan, J.D. Riedel-E. de Haen A.G., Churchill Island, S.W. Peterson & Co Ltdbordesan, j.d. riedel-e. de haen a.g., churchill island, s.w. peterson & co ltd, chemical -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Receipt from Warley Bush Hospital, 1962 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. Demonstrates involvement with local communityDonation receipt from Warley Bush Nursing Hospital Cowes, Phillip Island, No. 3522, received from Churchill Island Family in sum of 50 pounds for a bed, dated 21.5.196221.5.196, Churchill Island Family, fifthy [pounds], Donation - Bed, 50, [signed] M.J. Beatonwarley bush nursing hospital, cowes, phillip island, churchill island -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Final Statement re Estate of late Mrs Anna Hannah Gahan, April 1936 approx
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. This item demonstrates values and costs of era.Paper document, Final Statement re Estate of late Mrs. Anna Hannah Gahan, relative of the wife of Harry Jenkins, Alice (nee Gahan), itemizing receipts and disbursements, dated 24/4/1936. Original typed.mrs. anna hannah gahan, alice gahan, alice jenkins, harry jenkins, churchill island, gahan, jenkins, statement -
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Document - Carbon Copy of Estate of Mrs Anna Hannah Gahan, c. 24/04/1936
... on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given... of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family ...Dr Harry Jenkins owned Churchill Island from 1936 to 1963 and bequeathed it to Margaret Campbell on his death. Sister Campbell had been nurse to his disabled son and wife and she lived on the island from the time of World War Two. The item was given to Arthur Evans, a family friend, on the day of the auction sale of artifacts when she sold the island, approximately 1973. This carbon copy of the estate of Mrs Anna Hannah Gahan shows the price and value of Churchill Island at the time of her death.Carbon copy of the Final Statement of the Estate of Mrs Anna Hannah Gahan, relative of the wife of Harry Jenkins, Alice. Document is typed in two columns with an itemised list of the complete estatemrs. anna hannah gahan, alice gahan, alice jenkins, harry jenkins, churchill island, jenkins, farm, gahan, statement, deceased estate, 1973, auction, arthur evans -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, 58 Lucknow Street, Mitcham, Taken 1998
... in the second World War and is remembered in the memorial window... was a postman and also ran a taxi service.He died in the second World ...Owen Loftus and his mother lived in this house in the 1930's. Owen was a postman and also ran a taxi service.He died in the second World War and is remembered in the memorial window at Christ Church, Mitcham. Present owners (1998) are Anna and Gorden Seward. The previous owners were the Rev and Mrs Barnsley, a retired Church of England vicar. They came to Australia to be near Anna, who was their daughter.Coloured photograph of a house in Lucknow Street, Mitcham. Flowers in the sunshine with grey roof. Wooden eaves over windowslucknow street, mitcham no 58, streets, houses -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Pamphlet - Air raid precautions
... World War 1939-1945... during World War 2. 1. Air Raid instructions booklet (15 pages... contains two items about air raid instructions during World War 2 ...This file contains two items about air raid instructions during World War 2. 1. Air Raid instructions booklet (15 pages), National Emergency Services of NSW’s official public handbook , produced by Consolidated Press Ltd. 2. City of Caulfield Air Raid Precautions (1 page), cardboard instructions approved by State Emergency Council for Civil Defence, Victoria.world war 1939-1945, emergency services, air raid precautions, air raid sirens, air raid shelters, air raid wardens, caulfield, hawthorn road, packer j. i., tyers s. w. cr., dandenong road, carnegie, briggs james. r. town clerk -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Newspaper, Herald Sun, "The Story of my trams - H H Bell", 9/1949
... World War 2... of parts and equipment, work during the Second World War, clothing... of parts and equipment, work during the Second World War, clothing ...Article written by H H Bell, MMTB Chairman at the time of his retirement - Herald, 28 Sep 1949. Looks at his work on the HTT and the MMTB, achievements, workshops, manufacture of parts and equipment, work during the Second World War, clothing manufacture, Wattle Park and a clock funded by a lady who enjoyed the park. Includes a photo of SW6 883 and the Kew Horse tram. Yields information about Hector Bell MMTB ChairmanDigital image of a photocopy of a newspaper article titled 'The Story of my trams - H H Bell"h h bell, retirement, mmtb, wattle park, world war 2, tram 883 -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Book, Dept. of Veteran affairs for Australia remembers programme, Australia Remembers Information, 1995
... World War II... - 50th anniversary of end of second world war. 255.1 - three... - 50th anniversary of end of second world war. 255.1 - three ...Books, posters, letters and bromide sheets for background information and use in Australia Remembers (1995), commemoration - 50th anniversary of end of second world war. 255.1 - three copies - 1 item with 4 Velcro dots on rear, Australia Remembers logo poster - gloss paper, minor creases, three colours, 420 x 286. 255.2 - A4 size, 40 page and card cover background information book - "Australia Remembers", 1945 - 1995", published by Department of Veteran Affairs, 1994 Canberra. Gives brief history of Australia's involvement in Second World War, 297H x 210W, no damage. 255.3 - letter from Victorian Committee to BTPS dated 28/2/19905 - white paper with colour logo, A4, BTPS received stamp in top right hand corner - crease in top left hand corner. 255.4 - 8 page A4 size magazine format on Australia Remembers events, issued in Jan. 1995 - 297H x 210W - no damage. 255.5 - single sheet - A4 size, black and white, and colour bromides of Australia Remembers logos in various screens. Produced by Department of Veteran Affairs. Has been cut on left hand side. Images added 19/10/2013.trams, tramways, world war ii, australia remembers, 50th anniversary, commerations -
Shepparton RSL Sub Branch
Uniform, Skirt
... Second world war... of the Second World War. About 16,000 Australians served in the British... Two WWII Second world war Nurse Military Heidelberg Military ...This skirt is part of an official uniform by Sister Danson (VFX151507) during the British presence in Japan following the end of the Second World War. About 16,000 Australians served in the British Commonwealth Occupation Forces, including 130 from the Australian General Hospital with whom Sister Danson presumably served. Sister Danson was born in Numurkah and served as Leiutentant with the Heidelberg Military Hospital before embarking for Japan in 1947.Grey slim line with side 5 press studs and 2 hook and eyes "L Danson"japan ww2, occupation force, british commonwealth occupational forces, ww2, world war 2, world war two, wwii, second world war, nurse, military, heidelberg military hospital, vfx151507, sister danson -
Shepparton RSL Sub Branch
Uniform, Jacket, J Ravensdale and Sons
... Second World War... of the Second World War. About 16,000 Australians served in the British... War Two World War II World War 2 Second World War Australian ...This jacket is part of an official uniform by Sister Danson (VFX151507) during the British presence in Japan following the end of the Second World War. About 16,000 Australians served in the British Commonwealth Occupation Forces, including 130 from the Australian General Hospital with whom Sister Danson presumably served. Sister Danson was born in Numurkah and served as Leiutentant with the Heidelberg Military Hospital before embarking for Japan in 1947.One grey linen single 3 button breasted coat. 2 button pocket. 2 buttons on each sleeve. 2 shoulder flash buttons with 2 pips on each. 2 Australia 1 occupation forces lapel. Shoulder pads 10 moth holesmilitary, british commonwealth occupational forces, sidter danson, vfx151507, ww2, wwii, world war two, world war ii, world war 2, second world war, australian general hospital, heidelberg military hospital -
Shepparton RSL Sub Branch
Uniform, Tie, Nurses
... second world war... of the Second World War. About 16,000 Australians served in the British... military district occupational forces ww2 wwii world war two world ...This tie is part of an official uniform by Sister Danson (VFX151507) during the British presence in Japan following the end of the Second World War. About 16,000 Australians served in the British Commonwealth Occupation Forces, including 130 from the Australian General Hospital with whom Sister Danson presumably served. Sister Danson was born in Numurkah and served as Leiutentant with the Heidelberg Military Hospital before embarking for Japan in 1947.This tie holds historic and representative significance, as a piece of standard military uniform that would have been worn by a nurse in the second military district of the occupational forces, presumably in Japan shortly after WW2. Brown synthetic fabric tie (formerly tied in simple Windsor knot) with peach lining. military, uniform, tie, nurse, second military district, occupational forces, ww2, wwii, world war two, world war 2, second world war, vfx151507, sister danson -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Sound Block, 1965
... of the 1st Australian Parachute Battalion during the Second World War... Australian Parachute Battalion during the Second World War ...This sound block was presented along with a gavel to the Lara RSL by AJ Quick in 1965. Alan James Quick was a member of the 1st Australian Parachute Battalion during the Second World War, and was later a life member of Lara RSL. Alan received the RSL Meritorious Service Medal. Alan was the president of Lara RSL from 1965-1970, and this gavel was used at committee meetings by the president after its donation in 1965.This sound blockis a key object of Lara RSL's history. It was used in committee meetings in the 1960s and perhaps later, and provides a documented link to an earlier president.Small octagonal wooden sound block with sloped sides and green felt top. Underside is painted dark green and has a round hole in the base.sound block, lara, rsl, quick -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, James and Edna Brown and family, c.1950
... family lived in Dudley Street, Eltham during and after World War... during and after World War 2. Photo taken about 1950 The car ...Family – James Donald Brown | Edna Lily Brown (nee Cockcroft) Children – Gwenneth Edna and Donald Charles The Brown family lived in Dudley Street, Eltham during and after World War 2. Photo taken about 1950 The car is a 1928 Erskine, Victorian registration AF-174 Edna Lily Brown was the daughter of Charles Cockcroft, Grocer, cnr of Main Road and York Street, ElthamBlack and white print also negative copy of print (roll of 35mm black and white negative film, 3 strips Ilford FP4)Details inscribed in blue ink on back of photo1928 erskine, af-174, car, donald charles brown, edna lily brown (nee cockcroft), gwenneth edna brown, james donald brown, vehicles, victorian registration -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Document - Letters, 1914-1918
... World War One... in Palestine : wounded at Gaza 1917. World War Two service in 12th... Light Horse Regiment during World War One (1914-1918... : wounded at Gaza 1917. World War Two service in 12th Garrison ...No. 105 Trooper John Matthew McGlade, born Belfast, Northern Ireland, was a 30 year-old architect .iving in East Gippsland when he enlisted in 8th Light Horse 24th September 1914. He served at Gallipoli; was wounded at the Nek : later seved in Palestine : wounded at Gaza 1917. World War Two service in 12th Garrison Battalion VDC. Died of Jaundice 2 March 1943.Collection of letters written by Trooper J McGlade, 8th Light Horse Regiment during World War One (1914-1918). Transcribed but transcriber unknown.military, letter, wwi, world war one, mcglade -
Geelong Naval and Maritime Museum
Medal - Medals, Various
... World War.... retirement sometime after the Second World War. wwi charles "tug ...5 medals commemorating the service of Charles "Tug" Wilson. Charles "Tug" Wilson was born 20th December 1894 in Stonehouse, Devon. He served in the Royal Navy from 1914 to 1919 on the HMS Vivid, HMS Europa, HMAS Platypus, HMS Apollo and HMAS Powerful. He continued to serve in the navy, achieving the rank of Lieutenant commander before his retirement sometime after the Second World War.5 medals of Charles Wilson Medals left to right OBE, 1914-1915 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal, War Medal 1939-1945, Australian Service Medal 14 x 9 cmwwi, charles "tug" wilson