This tie preserver with instructions on cleaning has a well documented provenance and a known owner forming part of a significant and representative historical collection that reflects Ballarat's local history from a family perspective. It contributes to our understanding of social and family life in twentieth century Ballarat and providing interpretative capacity for family, local, trades and social history themes.Printed with Instructions for use and retailer's details: With Compliments from Alf. C. White Tailor and Mercer 423 Sturt St. BALLARAT. Verso has no printing.ballarat, tailor, mercer

RDFA Premiers 1934Printed below photograph, "Back Row (from Left) - C. Ratten (First Aid), E. Connell, G. Kleehammer, L. Skurrie, G. Carmiochael, A.V. McArthur (Hon. Coach), H. Pearce, K. Carmichael, W. Dooley, V. Rowe, L. Jones (Head Trainer). Centre - R. Clark, J. Rowe, G. McPhee, K. Pratt, C. Burns (Capt.), J. Mil----(President), G. Lindsay, C. Treverton (Vice-Capt.), F. McArthur. Front - L. Jones, F. Westh, W. Weist, B. Rimmer". Written below "Taken at rear of Fire Station - Some firemen on the team".

This is a copy of a photograph of the Ormond College Crew in 1931. The photograph shows Dr Ian Murphy in his youth as the Cox of the rowing team. The Cox was an important role that coached, steered, and ensured the safety of the crew.Dr Murphy was Emerald's first and much-loved GP. His work for the community over 34 years was of immense benefit. He was awarded the British Empire Medal in 1977 for his service to the health of the community. This photograph shows Dr Murphy in his youth as a part of a rowing team at a winning school.Black and white photograph of the Ormond College Crew, 1931.Printed above the photograph: "Ormond College Crew / Head of the River, 1931" Printed below the photograph: "C. E. Gardner (3), R. S. Hooper (4), E. C. H. Taylor, Esq. (Coach), C. S. Donald (2), G. G. Powell (Bow), / R. Officer (6), J. R. Adam (Stroke), I. S. McLeod-Murphy (Cox), J. R. A. Glenn (7), A. D. Matheson (5). / Ormond defeated Newman by 1 1/2 lengths (Heat). Ormond defeated Queens by three-quarters of a length (Final)." Printed on the bottom right of the frame: "THE SEARS STUDIO / ST KILDA"dr ian macleod murphy, spud murphy, doctor, emerald, 1960s

Black and white photograph, mounted on cardboard, of a large group of men posing in front of gold mine structures.On back of photo: "Thos. Montgomery, Rutherglen" [crossed out] | "F. Cooper" | "Tom Montgomery 5th from R H end in front row" | "Jim Montgomery 5th from R H end in back row" | "Letchford Photographer, Wangaratta"gold mines, mining, mining industry, miners

The child in the photograph is Delia Murray (Mrs Jack Kenny). She was one of eight children of Herbert Cecil Murray and Evelyn Murray. Photographs of children families sitting in hollowed out pumpkins were common in the first half of the 20th century. This item is associated with a popular activity of the Orbost community in the first half of the 20th century. Pumpkins have been been paat of the district's agricultural history since settlement.A black / white photograph / postcardof a small girl sitting in a hollowed out pumpkin. It appears to have been taken outside on a verandah of a wooden house.on front - " H. M. S. Orbost" ; "Stanley Vogt, Bairnsdale" on back is a letter - "I got the plants......."pumpkins-orbost murray-delia

Volume 3 of The Works of George Warrington Steevens.Red buckram cover with title in black letters. 326 pages with cut edges. Contains coloured maps.Inside on 2nd page: Percy H Morcom 26.1.'02 from A.M. with many happy returnsbooks - history, military

Collingwood Football Club membership subscription receipt for 1970-71 season.Black & white print on white paperReceived from H. J. Black, No. 3621, sum of $10.00, per. A. Emmitt, 16/02/1971emmitt, a, henry james black, collingwood football club

The history of the Thunderchild gun is not known. It was presumably manufactured in Torquay in the second half of the 19th century. Such guns were often attached to a ship’s rail through the holes in the swivel base, as in the base of this gun. The guns fired grapeshot and were originally used on ships to repel boarders. They were also used to launch whaling harpoons and were sometimes employed for signalling. The relatively late date makes the latter application most likely. This Thunderchild gun is complete with ramrod and wad remover. It is in good working order and easily assembled. It is used locally for special ceremonies and for Whaleboat Races as a starting gun. (Guns and Cannon, South Wester Victoria, May 2008, ref W/F/03) The small bore cannon is part of a collection of nineteenth century Flagstaff Hill Guns and Cannon, which is classified as being a high level of significance, on State, National and World The nineteenth century artillery pieces are a very rare and representative collection of artillery of this era. The artillery pieces, individually and as a collection, are highly significant for historical, scientific and aesthetic reasons at the state, national and world levels. The artillery pieces are excellent examples of nineteenth century artillery designed for the shore defence of western Victoria in the mid to late 1800s. The collection demonstrates the system of nineteenth century Imperial Defence implemented by Britain and of the recycling of obsolete technology to the colonies by Britain. The collection represents the methods of artillery technology, its advancement and its modifications in order to remain active. It also illustrates the transference of defence technology from Britain to Australia and demonstrates the level of reliance Australia had on British defence equipment. The artillery pieces form prominent elements in their landscapes and, together with the batteries and sites in which they are located, create a strong visual link to the region’s defence history. Importantly the artillery pieces, individually and as a collection, represent a very rare and intact group of nineteenth century artillery. Very few examples of nineteenth century artillery have survived worldwide, the largest collections being sited in Canada. The collection is a rare collection of artillery which demonstrates the advancements made in artillery technology during the nineteenth century, and is one of the largest collections of nineteenth century artillery in Australia. Further, the collection is extremely intact, with most pieces retaining original carriages and many located within their original emplacement. This collection of artillery, with their carriages and in their locations, are of exceptional national significance as they represent the largest intact collection of artillery within a single defensive network, outside of major colonial ports. The collection of nineteenth century carriages and slides are in themselves an extremely rare and important collection, however their significance is enhanced by their placements within batteries and with guns. (Conservation Management Plan for Victorian Guns and Cannon, South Western Victoria, May 2008) Cannon; small 1pdr cast iron, smooth bore muzzle loading swivel gun, painted glass black. 19th century cannon has polished wood handle, two detachable metal stirrups and metal swivel base with cuff, attached to block of wood by four bolts. Accessories are a wood tamper and wood ramrod. Name on gun is Thunder-Child, Torquay, Vic. There are Maker’s Marks on the gun and base, and a number on the cannon.. Marks; Barrel "Thunder/ Child". Base cuff " THUNDER / -CHILD / TORQUAY / VIC ", Trunnion "2825/H"flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, cannon, torquay, thunder child cannon, thunderchild cannon, signal cannon, muzzle loading cannon, ordinance, munitions

Frank Wright was a renown resident of Smeaton, where he was born. He lived at Laura Villa, and attended Smeaton State School. His father William was a gold miner and his mother's name was Sarah. Their family won many singing and instrumental awards. Frank was tutored by Percy Code and was awarded a gold medal for the highest marks in the ALCM examinations in the British Colonies at the age of seventeen years. He became the Australian Open Cornet Champion by the age of eighteen. A year later, Frank conducted the City of Ballarat Band, and later the Ballarat Soldiers’ Memorial Band. He formed the Frank Wright Frisco Band and Frank Wright and his Coliseum Orchestra. These bands won many South Street awards, and Frank as conductor won many awards in the Australian Band Championship contest. In 1933 Frank Wright sailed to England to conduct the famous St Hilda’s Band and was appointed in 1934 as the Musical Director of the London County Council (the GLC or Greater London Council), where he organized many amazing concerts in most of the 150 parks, in and around the London district. He was also responsible for some of London’s major concerts at Kenwood, the Crystal Palace and Holland Park. He was made Professor of Brass and Military Band Scoring and Conducting and was a Fellow of the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Frank was often invited to adjudicate Brass Band Championships around Europe, in Australia, including South Street and in New Zealand. Frank was awarded an M.B.E. in 1967. The Frank Wright Medal at the Royal South Street competition is awarded to an individual recognized as making an outstanding contribution to brass music in Australia.Navy blue, light blue and white programme of The Boys' Brigade, Brass Band Festival Concert of the Massed Bands of the London District, held at the Royal Albert Hall on 28 January 1961. The band items were specially arranged for the Boys Brigade by Frank Wright who was the guest conductor. On the back of the programme is a short biography of Frank Wright.Written in pen on page 2 - Besson, Written in pen on page 3 - B & H, Encore, The Eshgrovefrank wright, boys brigade, massed bands of the london district, brass band, music programme

This is a Memorandum of Agreement between the Registrar of the School of Mines - William Henry Barnard and the Collector of Monies for the school - James Johnston Twining. It states the length of time the monies can be held by the collector - 48 hours. It then must be paid into the Union Bank of Australia, Melbourne, to the credit of the Council of the School. The Collector was paid Five Pounds per year plus Ten Percent in every hundred pounds collected at the end of each month. Either party could terminate the agreement. This was signed before a witness Charles Flude - teacher at the school.Large blue paper. Hand written agreement between the Registrar and the Collector of the School of Mines. BallaratSignatures: W H Barnard, J J Twining, Charles Flude Dated 24th October 1877william barnard, james johnston twinning, charles flude, ballarat school of mines, registrar, collector, witness, agreement

The Museum building at Ballarat School of Mines was hoping to be remodelled for student use, domestic sciences.Type written letter on Education Department letterhead Stamp indicating received and answeredSignature of Secretary, D H Wheeler Date 30th May, 1951 Initials of R W Richardsballarat school of mines and industries, education department, d h wheeler, secretary, r w richards, museum building

Map: Corop, County of Rodney. Parish plan.By Authority H. J. Green, Govt. Printer, Melb. Dept of Lands and Survey Melbourne by Price 8.8.29map, rodney, parish plan, corop, county of rodney

Part of a travelling salesman's lace samples from Plauen, East Germany, a lace making town since 13th Century.Piece of cream lace used for demonstration purposesFriedrich Seidel, G. m b. H. Plaven I. V. No A11704 5 7-2handcrafts, lacemaking

Believed to be the Advance Australia Hotel, Great Northern township.Black and white photograph of a timber building, close to the edge of a road. Written on back of photo: "The Advance Aust. Hotel on Murray Valley H/way near Rutherglen. 1949"hotels, advance australia hotel, great northern

This object relates to John Henry LAVARS. He was born on 1/10/1897 in Ballarat, VIC. John Henry served in the AIF (928) enlisting on, 21/03/1916 in Ballarat, VIC before being discharged from duties with the 8th BATTN as a Army Non-Commissioned Lance Sergeant (L-SGT) on 16/08/1919. John Henry LAVARS was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is John LAVARS (Father). John Lavars was awarded the British War Medal.Engraved plate - "Souvenir 1914-1918 Amiens La Cathedrale Sgt J H LAVARS No 928"photo/pictures, ballarat rsl, ballarat

Yields information about the appearance of the tram depot from the east during 1963.Black and white photograph of the SEC Wendouree Parade depot, dated 19/1/1963. The buildings to the east of the depot have been cleared and two earthwork machines are shown in the photo. Photo by Bob Prentice.In ink "19th Jan 63, photo from R. H. Prentice". In pencil: "Ballarat Car Depot"trams, tramways, depot, wendouree parade

St Hilary's Anglican Church in Rowland Street, Kew was established in 1888 on land granted to the congregation by the Dumaresq family.The Parish Notes are historically interesting as they outline the various ways in which the Influenza Epidemic of 1919 had an impact on local communities. St Hilary's Church of England Parish Notes from 1919, which includes among other items of interest states that because of the risks of contagion during the influenza epidemic, parishioners are required to worship outside. Written note on front page signed by the Rev Charles H Barnes and dated 16/3/19.st hilary's church of england - kew (vic), churches - kew (vic), influenza epidemic 1919 - kew (vic)

Small blue hardcover with title and author written in gold lettering in a decorated linear square - Aunt Judith by Grace Beaumont. A blue and brown floral pattern is featured at the top and bottom of the from cover and spine. The title and publisher on the spine is written in a gold box. There are are black and white illustrations on pages at the front of the book. 220p.fictionA pretty tale of a wilful schoolgirl, Winnie Blake. Her brother Dick is mischievious and loveable. They both come under the benign influence of Aunt Judith, who is an author of books for girls and a happy Christian woman and learn some valuable lessons which help them in later years.children's fiction, religious stories, school life fiction

1. Cardboard and paper Naval Stevedoring Industry Authority card. 2. Photograph album missing front cover containing black and white photos.1. H A Webb Bureau No. 4419 30 Holloway Rd Sand'ham. Melb Branch W.W.F. 1966

Inscribed Staff Nurse Rose Eleanor Carter A.A.N.S. of Chiltern, b.1886 Wangaratta, d.1951 Worn in 1918, also worn by younger sister Hester. Trained at Wangaratta District Hospital, served in India during WW1 On loan from Susan HeatherTwo pieces - undergarments worn by 2nd Hall nurse. One with bib and straps and button hole on waist. The other one with waist opening and five hooks, two rows of pleating above hem. Cotton. Stained."H Carter" and "Carter T" witten in ink on inside of waistbands. "CARTER" external waistband of bib garment.susan heather, rose eleanor carter, suitcase, shoes, hester carter, world war 1 nurse

Included in the Maggs Family Collection4 pages three of music . Words and music by Dulcie Maggs .2 original copies and one later photocopy. One copy of Arthur H. Stockwell Ltd. "Elms Court", Ilfracombe ,N.Devon Made in England. Price 2/- Net.

Awarded for Champion Fours Heathcote Fire Brigade 1960Part of Kyneton Fire Brigade trophy collection Bakerlite base below silver rosebowl with metal mesh retainer. Heathcote Fire Brigade1960 Champion Fours Brigade Trophy Gift of Cr J H Grigg MLCkyneton fire brigade, trophy, country fire authority, fire brigade demonstrations

Used for WWIIUsed for WWIILight brown coloured stitched leather case with rounded ends for housing a Clinometer, brass and steel, for a Vickers machine gun. The rear of the case has two short leather straps and steel buckles, attached with a metal rivet. The strap has 6 holes for attachment to the buckle. The front of the case has a steel buckle attached by a small leather strap attached by stitching. The top lid of the case is missing a leather strap.SIGHT CLINOMETER SPARE Q.F 13 & 18 PR. M. H. & Co. R.C.D. IL 1942

Military Manual. Military Hygiene and Sanitation. Notes from a 5 part course for military personnel and St John's Ambulance Brigade volunteers.104 p., illus. Soft cover.Notes on Military Sanitation by Lt-Col H P G Elkington. St John's Ambulance Association.st johns ambulane brigade, military manuals, military hygiene, sanitation

ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPH OWNED BY MR. WILLIAM HARRIS OF SUTHERLAND STREET CLUNES..1 ORIGINAL SEPIA PHOTOGRAPH OF PEOPLE WORKING IN THE GARDEN ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE CREEK. THE PHOTOGRAPH IS GLUED ON TO LIGHT BROWN CARDBOARD .2 -.4 COPIES OF POINT 1 .5 A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL (.1) PHOTOGRAPH GLUED ONTO CREAM CARDBOARDW H HARRIS LAND CIRCA 1870 -1880 WINNERS OF PICKLES AND JAMS COMPETITION IN INDIA 1886 harris family, w h harris, pickles and jams competition, sebastopol gardens

Carrum Brass Band standing in front of their practice room. The building was originally built for Langwarren Army Baracks and moved to Beauty Spot, Carrum. Names of people in photo Alf Forsythe (end row right), Pompy Davis (2nd from right), Ernie Davis, Wal Davis, Bill Rowe, Band Master Smith, Band Master's son, Ernie Thomas, Fred Davis, Don Black, Dick Thomas, Jim Thomas, Alex GrahamBlack and white photo of Carrum Brand Band with their instruments, mounted on cardboard.H. W. Grattan Photo printed on the front. On reverse hand written Carrum Brass Band 1913carrum, beauty spot, carrum barass band, music, instruments, clubs, daily life