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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 -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Medal
... . The ribbon for this medal, along with those of the other Second World..., along with those of the other Second World War campaign stars ...Awarded by United Kingdom and Commonwealth Type :Campaign medal Eligibility Two months operational flying Awarded for Flying over occupied Europe Campaign European Air Operations 1939 – 1944 Description Six pointed star Clasps Atlantic France and Germany Related Atlantic Star, France and Germany Star The Air Crew Europe Star is a six–pointed star of yellow copper zinc alloy. The obverse has a central design of the Royal Cypher of King George VI, surmounted by a crown. The cypher is surrounded by a circlet containing the words 'The Air Crew Europe Star'. The reverse is plain, although Stars issued to Australian and South African personnel have recipient names impressed. The ribbon for this medal, along with those of the other Second World War campaign stars, is reputed to have been designed by King George VI. The sky is represented by pale blue, night flying by the black stripes on the edges, with the yellow stripes representing enemy searchlights.ww2, medal, air ops europe -
Rutherglen RSL Sub-Branch
Photograph - Black and white, framed, c. 1990
... world war 2... restored second world war aircraft flying over Albury area June... second world war aircraft flying over Albury area June 1990. Top ...Framed black and white photograph of two restored WWII aircraft. Typed label at the bottom of the frame reads: "Two restored second world war aircraft flying over Albury area June 1990. Top: Wirraway Intermediate Trainer, built by Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation (CAC) in Australia under licence. 600 H.P. Pratt and Whitney wasp engine also built by CAC under licence. Top speed 200mph range 640 miles. Bottom: American Kittyhawk Fighter Bomber. Flown by RAAF in the Middle East and South West Pacific Areas. Top speed 355m.p.h. at 20,000 feet."kittyhawk, bombers, aircraft, pilots, world war 2 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - GERMAN HERITAGE SOCIETY COLLECTION: TATURA DISTRICT 1939-1947, Sunday 14th November 1993
... , Prisoners of War in Australia During World War 2, Special... from War Museum Archives, Canberra. File 780/1 (2 pages ...Compiled reference articles on the Tatura District, 1939-1947. Information from War Museum Archives, Canberra. File 780/1 (2 pages). Tatura and the Shire of Rodney, by W H Bossence. Walls of Wire, Tatura Rushworth Murchison by Joyce Hammond. The Story of the Beilharz Family by Dr. Paul Sauer. Contains a map, with Internment Camps, of the Shire of Rodney, Prisoners of War in Australia During World War 2, Special Requirements for Internees : Accommodation. Chap. 1, Prisoner of War and Internment Camps at Tatura, Vic., Plan of the Camp. Has a pale yellow front cover and a pale blue back cover.document, memo, german heritage society, german heritage society collection - visit to tatura, german heritage society bendigo, german war cemetry, war museum archives canberra, tatura and the shire of rodney, walls of wire tatura rushworth murchison, the story of the beilharz family, ian walder, geoff pedersen, kurt beilharz -
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 -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, What to Make for Baby
... World War. This book contains patterns for baby clothes... knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War ...This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. They were prolific producers of hand knitted and hand made items of clothing and also knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War. This book contains patterns for baby clothes and was written by Ella Allan who authored numerous patterns books from c.1917 through to the early 1930s.What to Make for / Baby / Designs in Knitting / and Crochet. / Dedicated to everyone who Loves / a Baby. / PART THREE / By ELLA ALLAN / Wholly set up and Printed in Australia by / E.H. GIBBS & SONS, Printers and Publishers, / 19 Niagara Lane, Melbourne.knitting handicrafts - history crochet, allan, ella, knitting, handicrafts - history, crochet -
National Wool Museum
Book, Knitting, Sun-glo Knitting Book series 46
... Knitting Handicrafts - history World War II... World War. This books contains patterns for items that could... the Second World War. This books contains patterns for items ...This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. They were prolific producers of hand knitted and hand made items of clothing and also knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War. This books contains patterns for items that could be knitted for the armed forces. It was produced by the Alexandria Mills in Sydney who made Sun-glo and Sunbeam knitting wools.Knitting Book (front cover) - "Sun-glo Knitting Book series 46", WWII.Sun-glo / Knitting Book / SERIES 46 / 7d. / DESIGN No. / 2421 / PAGE 2knitting handicrafts - history world war ii, alexandria spinning mills pty ltd, knitting, handicrafts - history, world war ii -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Poster, Join the AIF: This is serious!, c. 1939-1942
... Australian Commonwealth Military Forces Second World War... of patriotic posters during World War II recruitment poster ww2 james ...Australian Commonwealth Military Forces Second World War recruitment poster. Released in 1941 before Japan had entered the war, at a time when many Australians were reluctant to enlist to fight on the other side of the world. James Northfield (1887 - 1973) was an Australian graphic artist active from the 1910s through to the 1960s .Northfield created a series of patriotic posters during World War IIDepicts a man donning a uniform, rifle in one hand, his civilian clothes lie in heap on the ground behind him.Full text; Join the AIF: This is serious! Enlist Nowrecruitment poster, ww2, james northfield