Photograph of the Memorial to James Irvine, Hotel Proprietor, who drowned whilst crossing the Curdies River. The Memorial was erected by the towns people.Significant because it is a memorial to a respected notable resident of the town who tragically drowned crossing the Curdies River 4 x 6 inch sepia photograph of the sunset with James Irvine Memorial in the foreground. Date unknown but appears to be taken prior to footpath and fencing renovations.curdies river, james irvine, peterborough, james irvine memorial

It is known that Peterborough House (Hotel) would transport guests by horse and cart from Timboon to their accommodation. This photo shows the tree lined road and horse drawn vehicle, including numerous hatted passengers. The inscription mentions the location as being 'Cordorauh Hill' which is now unknown, and indicates that this is the return route, from Peterborough to Timboon.Significant because it shows the passengers and guests being returned from the Peterborough Hotel, probably to timboonSmall black and white photograph of a horse drawn passenger coachOn the back is handwritten "J Irvine driving coach from Peterborough to Timboon at Cordorauh hill.peterborough, horse drawn vehicles, timboon-peterborough road, irvine family, james irvine

Peterborough was (and still is) a popular holiday destination. This depicts an organised leisure activity of the time. Also interesting to note that the photograph was taken by Myles Breton, a member of a local familyThe Peterborough Hotel (Peterborough House) was a significant holiday destination and this demonstrates leisure activities at the time.Copy of a photo apparently printed in a magazine or newspaper depicting a lady putting, with a crowd of spectators. Caption reads "Approach and putting competition, James Irvine's Peterborough House, Peterborough, c1919. PHoto courtesy of Mles Breton of Peterboroughgolf, peterborough house, james irvine, peterborough hotel, myles breton

The Peterborough Hotel was a popular accommodation with tourists. The Bar is known to have been a separate building to the rear of the accommodation and was popular with locals as well as tourists. The Hotel and bar were very popular with locals and tourists. The second photo, taken by Wokka Moore in 1944, shows the front of the Bar and part of the original Peterborough House, by then known as Peterborough Hotel.Photocopy of a photograph of a building with two people out the front. Sign above says "Peterborough Hotel". Second photo was taken in 1944 by wokka (Warren) Moore.peterborough, peterborough hotel

Mr Irvine was the owner of the Peterborough Hotel and long time friend of Mr Cumming.Significant as descendants of the two men still live in Peterborough. Photocopy of a photograph of James Irvine and W. B Cumming.Handwritten names under the photographw. b. cumming, james irvine

The text mentions that Mr Gordon McArthur received a postcard in France, 1917, WWI, from the Peterborough Hotel and he then lists the names of those who signed the card. Later research by Bim Affleck lists the names and who each person is.Notes names of people present at Peterborough in early 1917. Typed transcription of a letter dated 15th April 1917, sent from Mr Gordon McArthur in France to his mother mentioning a postcard from Peterborough.gordon mcarthur, george rowland hope, henry percy henty, charles edward lang, samuel furneaux mann, james irvine, james george irvine, william henry irine, sir george cusendon, winnie austin, vera austin, s. turner shaw, c. turner shaw, dr hewlett breton, william burrow cumming, maidie cumming, doris cumming, world war i, war correspondence

Race programme for horse racing event at the Port Campbell race track, located near Two Mile Bay, where the rifle range is now located. Lists horses and owners. Includes advertising for local businesses at the time.Significant as it indicates sporting and social activities in 1926. Photocopy of original race programme at the Port Campbell Racetrack.port campbell horse racing, port campbell race track, railway view hotel timboon, port campbell hotel, cobden hotel, 1926

The article summarises early visitors' holiday experiences in Peterborough and Peterborough Hotel as the centre of activity. Mentions snippet from the Peterborough Hotel visitors book. Significant because of the people mentioned and the noted clientele; and the stories recounted.One page newspaper article talking about the history of the Irvine's in Peterborough. Printed in 1983peterborough, peterborough house, peterborough hotel, j. s. irvine, coastal holidays, the standard, bruce morris, beach holidays

The hotel was an important social hub which burnt down in 1965. In order to rebuild a committee was co ordinated with the intention of re-building the hotel and running it as a co-operative. Significant as this document records the plan to rebuild the hotel, including costings. Ultimately the plan did not proceed but provides an insight into the value of the hotel perceived by the town. People involved include the vendor of the land, D.W.G. (Des) Moore; and committee members who probably included Tom Austin, Des Moore, Wokka Moore, possibly Rod Calvert. (TBC)A4 photocopy of the original committee minutes.peterborough, peterborough hotel, peterborough house, d.w.g moore, t. austin, warren moore

This hand drawn map of the buildings and out buildings was done for insurance purposes. It indicates which buildings are covered and which are uninsured. Significant as it shows a plan of the hotel as it was in 1921. Each building is labelled by its purpose, which provides an interesting insight into holidays of the time. For example, 'sleep outs' and external bathrooms. A4 photocopy of a hand drawn map of the buildings and out buildings comprising Peterborough House. Hand drawn map

The article is about the drowning 100 years previously of James Irvine, proprietor of Peterborough House and later the Peterborough Hotel.James Irvine was so well regarded that a community collection raised funds to build the Memorial, which still stands today. Five surviving great grand children retain connection to the town.Three page article with current and historic photosjames irvine, james irvine memorial reserve, peterborough, peterborough house, peterborough hotel, drowning

The Peterborough Power Boat Club was formed "on an indoors sort of day" during the summer of 1946/1947 in the bar of the old pub (The Peterborough Hotel). There was an annual race, which was a bit of fun, not a serious race. The race was called The Schomberg Cup (which then evolved into a golf tournament) and varied from a single unhandicapped lap around some marker buoys to the highest aggregate score from a series of three handicapped heats. The night before a Calcutta was held at the Hotel at which well dressed patrons all bet on the winning crew. The event ceased probably due to the aging of the main instigators.This is significant because it was a much anticipated annual event involving the whole township, anyone with a boat entered. Also, it somehow evolved into the annual golf tournament The Schomberg CupHandmade poster in a wooden frame which include text and photographspeterborough, schomberg cup, boat race, holiday activities, peterborough hotel, tinny grimwade, wokker moore, andrew chirnside, des moore

Photo shows Edward Molyneux's first Hot Water Depot on Spring Creek, Torquay, with the Coffee Palace, which became the Palace Hotel on the hill (Bell Street) in the background.Evidence of the beginnings of a service industry for residents and tourists. Note the absence of any motor vehicles.Black and white copy photo

Photo shows the Palace Hotel, Bell Street, Torquay circa 1891.The Hotel was built in 1888 by William Follett and operated as the Torquay Coffee Palace until it was licenced in 1891 and then traded as the Palace Hotel. Significantly the hotel's first licensee was Anna Rosina Follet, one of a number of female licensees in Victoria at the turn of the century. The Black and white copy photo.

Photo shows Edward Molyneux's upgraded Hot Water Depot, now the Hot Water Café and Garage and located in Bell Street, Torquay adjacent to the Palace Hotel. The business also offered vehicles for hire.Edward Molyneux developed and expanded his business to keep up with the times, especially the advent of motor transport.Black and white photo.

History of Box Hill's White Horse. 6 double sided, illustratedwhite horse hotel, city of box hill, local government

History of Coach & Horses Hotel Ringwood and nearby racecourse.coach and horses hotel ringwood, cobb co., mitchell co., madden, nicholas

Contained in 'Blackburn - a picturesque history' by Robin da CostaBlack & white photo of Blackburn Creek Hotel, 1865-1870. George King's home - demolished 1966. First Blackburn Creek Post Office in 1876. See also NP967 & Np18.king, george, blackburn creek hotel, blackburn creek post office 1876, crocker mary