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Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Delavay's Oak, Research and References, 21/11/2011
Because the Delavay Oak is so rare and found in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, this is valuable information.The history and habit of Delavay's oak remains important. 7 pages of computer print-out with copies. 1 photocopy is black print on green from Journal de Botanique.Nonedelavay's oak, quercus delevayi, ballarat botanical gardens, john garner, doctor, john garner collection, journal de botanique, pere (father)jean marie delavay, oak icra checklist, a.franchet, french missionary, sisters of st john of god, yunnan china, gardens, ballarat -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Trees in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Classification and Description, Unknown
A detailed list of the trees in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens giving valuable information for the researcher, gardener and tourist.There is a wide variety of trees in the BBG, both rare and common that are of botanical and historical interest.6 pages of grey photocopy, 5 1/2 typed pages, with the classification of trees underlined, the common name given and details about each tree. None.doctor, ballarat botanical gardens, trees, classification of trees in the bbg, information about various trees in the bbg., list of trees in the bbg., john garner collection, gardens, ballarat -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - ANA Photograph Collage
The A.N.A. Hall in View Street was opened in August 1894. The Sandhurst Branch was started on August 26th, 1874. In July 1874, several gentlemen met together, and when a sufficient number had given in their names and sufficient promises of support had been received, the board of directors were approached with a view to forming a branch of the association in Bendigo. On August 26, 1874, the inception took place. The building was demolished in 1971. Photo collage of members of the Building Committee of the Sandhurst Branch of the Australian Natives' Association. Twenty sepia coloured photos recessed in oval or rectangular shaped opening with gold coloured edging, on backing board. One larger photo is surrounded by gold coloured pattern with scalloped edge. Below this is a photo of the ANA building in View Street. Banner beneath the Photo of the ANA building "Presented to Mr Chas. the Sandhurst Branch ANA in Recognition of His Valuable Service as President in Year 1894". The collage is framed in gold coloured ornate wooden frame. Plaque attached to lower edge of frame lists names of men in the photos. "BUILDING COMMITTEE - 1894" J H CURNOW M J CAHILL Dr J QUICK D A CAMPBELL M J E STAPLETON A DUNSTAN Dr J MURPHY C DALEY (President) A G DUNLOP W CROWLEY A J HAMPSON W BEEBE J HOGAN T GLASS J B YOUNG R H ABBOTT A.N.A. HALL A G DAYMOND D EGAN J DANIEL J BUCHAN S A COCK ana, australian natives' association, sandhurst, photo collage -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - ADDRESS TO COUNCILLOR ABBOTT, 1902
Illuminated address to ex-councillor R.K.S.Abbott from Shire of Strathfieldsaye Shire Hall. November 20th 1902. 'On behalf of the council of the Shire of Strathfieldsaye we desire to express our deep appreciation of the valuable services rendered by you during the term of 15 years that you occupied a seat at the council table. Signed (Long - President & Duncan -Secretary)'. On the back: D.G.Coope. Established 1871. Carver. Gilder & Picture Manufacturer. Print Seller. Picture Dealer. Plush Worker, etc. Mitchell street. Bendigo. DR 284. On front of glass: MP253.D.G.COOPEbendigo councillor, abbott, shire of strathfieldsaye, illuminated address -
Federation University Historical Collection
Photograph, Clare Gervasoni, Memorial To Jock Lawson at the Federation University Churchill Campus
Federation University Australia was established on 1 January 2014. Formerly known as the University of Ballarat, its enabling legislation was the University of Ballarat Amendment (Federation University Australia) Act 2013. On 1 January 2014, the University of Ballarat amalgamated with the Monash University Gippsland Campus to form Federation University Australia. The Gippsland Campus also had a long lineage dating back to 1928 with the establishment of the Yallourn Technical School which became a predecessor institution to the Gippsland College of Advanced Education formed in 1968. In 1990, it was renamed the Monash University College and in 1993 became the Gippsland Campus of Monash University. In 2016, Federation University Australia announced plans to take possession, over a two-year period, of Monash’s Berwick Campus in the south-east corridor of Melbourne. Federation University Australia, or FedUni, is headquartered in Ballarat and offers programs in Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training to regional Victoria and beyond. The University’s commitment to educational and social equity, teaching excellence, research distinction, environmental sustainability and regional capacity building has enabled it to develop in a way that draws on its proud heritage to inform its future. Its regional character sets a framework for the University’s priorities but does not constrain it from serving wider community interests, nationally and internationally. The name Federation University Australia was chosen to convey the scope and capacity of an expanded regional university with a federated network of campuses. Three photographs showing a tree planted as a memorial to Jock Lawson, and a memorial plaque. The memorial is located on the Federation University Gippsland Campus, Churchill.This memorial was erected as a tribute to Mr Jock Lawson BEM (1901-1988) for his valuable contribution to the landscape design of the Gippsland Institute of Advanced Education. Mr Lawson's expert guidance set the basis for the fine gardens in which the Institute Community takes pride. gippsland institute of advanced education, churchill, garden, jock lawson, gippsland campus, memorial -
Peterborough History Group
Photograph - Four copies of photographs of the Peterborough Old Bridge
Varying views of the old bridge, which was a valuable connection to the East side of the river. A view of the landscape at that time.Historic views of the town and bridge 4 photocopied reproductions of different aspects of the Old bridge at Peterborough, including one which is a copy of The Rose Series Postcards No P2470.peterborough, peterborough old bridge, curdies river bridge, rose series postcards, rose series p2470 -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Map - Bush Fire Control Map Bendigo District
A Bush Fire Control map is a valuable tool used by emergency services and communities to respond to respond to bushfires.Cream coloured parchment map showing roads, railway lines, telephone lines, rivers, creeks and water courses. Also marked are houses, Post Offices, Police stations, bush fire brigades, water channels, swamps, marshes, dense, medium and scattered timber, aqueducts and reservoirs. Villages, districts and Towns are clearly marked. Printed in red, green, black and blue. Very clear and easy to read. Undated.bush fires, bendigo area map -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Tilly Thompson nee Matilda Louise Clennell 1871-1959, Last Will and Testament, 15/12/1956
This is the Last Will and Testament of Matilda Louise Thompson known for her valuable contributions to life and work in the Ballarat community.Mrs Thompson is remembered to this day, by many people in Ballarat for the work she did as a businesswoman and humanitarian, evidenced by the memorial garden in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens.5 pages in all. pp.1&2 are the actual Will and pp.3-5 list Mrs Thompson's property. The first 2 pages are grey photocopies. The WIll is signed and dated and the last 3 pages initialed.john garner, doctor john garner, friends of ballarat botanical gardens, matilda louise thompson., avenue of honour, arch of victory, lucas&co., methodist church, tilly thompson garden, ballarat botanical gardens, john garner collection, gardens, ballarat -
Ballarat Diocesan Historical Commission
Book, Unpublished Book, "All Saints Church Portland"
This rare typescript history of 136 pages provides a valuable survey of the history of Catholic settlement in the Portland area.136 page typescript history of the Catholic church in the Portland region of Victoria.portland, all saints church, catholic, -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE, WOMENS AUXILIARY 60 YEARS, Vic RSL Women’s Council, C.1996
Refer Cat 8021 for details re Bendigo Women’s Auxiliary.Framed certificate, frame is plastic, black with gold colour edge, certificate whitish background, all print blue and black, at the top badge of “RSL Women’s Council of Victoria” followed by details of the certificate.Main points. “Presented to Bendigo Auxiliary as a token of esteem and in grateful recognition of valuable services rendered as an Auxiliary for 60 years of the RSL Women’s Council” - “Year 1996” “Judy Murdoch - President RSL Women’s Council” “Joan Russell - Secretary RSL Women’s Council”brsl, smirsl, auxiliary, wabrsl -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Clothing - Fur Collars, Two Full Body Marten Fur Collars, 1920-1930
The collars can be dated to the 1920s, evidenced by a photograph of Gwen Steele (nee Kelly) wearing them on a trip in New Zealand in 1930. Items of fur clothing with provenance allowing a creation date of the 1920sTwo fur collars made of European marten fur. One collar is of Stone (Beech) Marten fur; the other of Baum (Pine) Marten.Handwritten Note on reverse of photo Photo taken in 1930 in NZ. Mrs Gwen Kelly, now Gwen Steele, wearing Stone Marten fur. Also Baum Marten fur about same date. (Weasel type animal with valuable fur - Oxford Dic.)fur collars, full body furs, stone marten fur collar, baum marten fur collar, furs - 1920s -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Book - Bible, Holy Bible, 1939
Black leather soft binding with stipple pattern; capped leather edges to cover sides of book. Red and gilt edges on pages. Gold lettering on cover and spine with publishers crest on tail of spine. Black end papers. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Administrative record, East Ringwood Progress Association Minutes 1960 - 1963
Regular and annual minutes of the East Ringwood Progress Association from 2 May 1960 to 20 November 1961. The Nov 1961 meeting discussed the longevity of the Association and formed a sub-Committee to investigate. The Association was having extreme difficulty in attracting members and the valuable work, that it did in the past, had generally been completed, with the Council taking over any outstanding work. The final meeting was convened 20 months later and it was passed that the East Ringwood Progress Association be wound up and disbanded. The accrued funds would given to the East Ringwood Children's Library (see cheque butt) and the other assets to the East Ringwood Community Centre. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - AMY HUXTABLE COLLECTION: COMMITTEE ARCHIVES, 1st April, 1980
''Amy Huxtable Memorial Committee Archives''. Folder comprising approximately 80 items - informative and valuable detailed correspondence,short articles, newspaper items and general background to the various memorial projects designed to commemorate the life of Amy Huxtable. This archive covers the period from 1980 to 1993 when the various projects - a Garden Seat, microfilming of the raft of Huxtable newspaper articles, (Ola Cohn Fountain restoration - not proceeded with), purchase of three Ola Cohn sculptures for Bendigo Art Gallery - were under discussion and action. Financial information included with interesting correspondence and material giving details of life and work of Amy Huxtable.person, individual, amy huxtable, bendigo advertiser, ola cohn, bendigo art gallery, cox business college, view street, bendigo home and hospital for the aged, bendigo and northern district base hospital, mirridong home for the blind, cr. r.l. campbell. -
Puffing Billy Railway
Leather Cash Bag - Kyneton
Leather Cash Bag - Kyneton Leather Cash Bag – Kyneton Inscriptions & Markings Kyneton Used for transporting money and other valuable items between a location and Kyneton Historic - Leather Cash Bag from Kyneton stationLeather Cash Bag - Kyneton - small Leather BagKynetonkyneyon, puffing billy, cash bag -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, Robert Brough Smyth, The Aborigines of Victoria : with notes relating to the habits of the natives of other parts of Australia and Tasmania : compiled from various sources for the Government of Victoria by R. Brough Smyth : vol. 1, 1878
Produced in two large volumes, Robert Brough Smyth has collected information on various tribes and their customs, as well as their physical and mental character; birth and education of children; marriage; death and burial of the dead; daily lives of the natives; food; diseases; dress and personal ornaments; weapons; implements and manufacturers; nets and fish hooks; methods of producing fire; canoes and myths. Smyth also devotes about two hundred pages to Aboriginal languages, as well as including details and customs of the aborigines in Tasmania. Complete with hundreds of sketches, the work is still a valuable resource not only for those with in an interest in aboriginal culture, but also those wanting to know the early history of Australia.maps, b&w illustrations, word listsrobert brough smyth, anthropology, aboriginal social life and customs, children, behaviour, death and burial customs, daily life, food, diseases, weapons, shields, boomerang, vessels, baskets, message sticks, stone tool technology, fire, canoes, myths, stories -
Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages
Book, Robert Brough Smyth, The Aborigines of Victoria : with notes relating to the habits of the natives of other parts of Australia and Tasmania : compiled from various sources for the Government of Victoria by R. Brough Smyth : vol. 2, 1878
Produced in two large volumes, Robert Brough Smyth has collected information on various tribes and their customs, as well as their physical and mental character; birth and education of children; marriage; death and burial of the dead; daily lives of the natives; food; diseases; dress and personal ornaments; weapons; implements and manufacturers; nets and fish hooks; methods of producing fire; canoes and myths. Smyth also devotes about two hundred pages to Aboriginal languages, as well as including details and customs of the aborigines in Tasmania. Complete with hundreds of sketches, the work is still a valuable resource not only for those with in an interest in aboriginal culture, but also those wanting to know the early history of Australia.b&w illustrations, word listsrobert brough smyth, philip chauncy, william ridley, albert le souef, a. w. howitt, john moore davis, william locke, a. f. a. greeves, language comparisons, phrenology, aboriginal social life and customs, death and burial customs, weapons, tasmania, lake tyers, lake wellington, gippsland, ballarat, brabrolong, lake hindmarsh, kotoopna -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - IDA HAENDEL VIOLINIST
Ida Haendel, Bendigo Town Hall. Wednesday, 7th May 1958, at 8.15pm. The Australian Broadcasting Commission has pleasure in presenting the First Concert in the International Celebrity Concert Series. Ida Haendel, Violinist. Raymond Lambert, Piano. Programme One Shilling. Article about Ida Haendel including photograph. Article about Raymond Lambert including photograph. Programme and Analytical Notes. The Australian Broadcasting Commission acknowledges with thanks the valuable advice and assistance received from the Music Advancement Society of Bendigo which acts on behalf of Subscribers to the A.B.C. International Celebrity Concert Series. Advertisements: Shell, His Master's Voice, Philips, TAA.entertainment, music, classical -
Ballarat Fire Brigade
Certificate
Certificate presented to members upon retirement from the CFBBCertificate of service from the Country Fire Brigades Board presented to William Ernest Roff for 25 years service to the Ballarat Fire Brigade. It is signed by the president, chief officer and secretary of the CFBB on the 29th April 1937. Coloured certificate depicts various (4) fireman in various poses with the CFBB logo in the top centre of the certificate. Certificate is framed in a brown timber frame trimmed with a gold edge. COUNTRY / FIRE BRIGADES BOARD / This is to Certify that / William Ernest Roff / was a member of / The Ballarat Fire Brigade / for Twenty Five Years / During which term he did / valuable work for the Board, the Brigade / and the Fire Service generally / ? ? Taylor President / a McPherson Chief Officer / ? ? ?????? Secretary / Date of issue / 29th April, 1937 -
Warrnambool RSL Sub Branch
Equipment - WW2 Field Medical Kit- contents, part of, Sanax CASTOR OIL
part of WW2 medical kitBrown coloured square sided glass bottle with paper label and black screw topFront Label Sanax Castor Oil; Soothing application for the eyes or as an aperient Side label; Externally - for eye burns or eye irritation, drop freely into the eye. A suitable application for caustic burns Side label; Internally - Adult dose as a pugative, 1 to 2 tablespoons. A valuable remedy for inflammation of the bowels, colic, diarrhoea etc. -
Lara RSL Sub Branch
Australian Stamp Pack - Australia Remembers, Stamp Pack 4 x 45c, 1995
Australia Post 4 x 45c Stamp Pack issued 1995 Contents are a collection of 4 stamps showing people who made a valuable contribution and service. This pack includes : Sir Edward " Weary" Dunlop (1907-1993) AC, CMG, mentioned for Medical Treatment rendered to World War 2 prisoners of War. Jessie Vasey (1897-1966) CBE awarded for founding and service to The War Widows Guild. John "Diver" Derrick (1914-1945) VC, mentioned for his being awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery in New Guinea during World War 2. Rawdon "RON" Middleton (1916-1942) VC mentioned for his service during World War 2 RAAF The Stamp Pack consists of 4 pages : front page Australia Remembers 1945 with picture of V.C.Mostly black and White with Orange and Red. Second page Australia Remembers 1945 with details of stamps light brown back ground Third page 4 stamps with details of personnel light blue background. Last page small advertisements Orange back ground.australia post 4 x 45 cent stamp pack "australia remembers" 1994 -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Plan - Subdivision Plan, Kia Ora Estate, 1930s
Twenty-five grand allotments were offered for sale in the subdivision known as the Kia Ora Estate in Balwyn in the early 1930s. The streets identified in the subdivision include Whitehorse Road, Barnsbury Road, Campbell Road, Mont Albert Road and Burke Road. The lots were advertised for £10 deposit, with the balance to be paid over 5 years at 5 per cent per annum. The lots bordering Whitehorse Road were nominated as potential valuable shop sites, while the Mont Albert Road lots were advertised as having ‘wonderful views’. The Outer Circle Railway Line is shown traversing the subdivision. The route of the Railway in this area is now a walking/bike track bordered by strips of parkland.subdivision plans - balwyn, kia ora estate -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Miners' Pick Axe Head
Miners used pickaxes to break up rock and ore, making it easier to extract valuable minerals. The pointed end of the pickaxe was used to chip away at rock. The flat end was used to strike the rock for breaking it apart.Used in the Kiewa Valley by miners searching for gold.Cast steel 14 inches long with a sharp pointed end and a small flat end. There is a space for the handle which is missing and may have been made from wood.mining, miners' pick axe -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Jewellery, small gold ring with blue stone, c1900
Women wear rings to denote their marital status or as a fashion statement. They may be small or large, valuable or costume, or part of the overall accessories to accompany their outfit. Some stones have significance or may have sentimental attraction.A small gold ring that is typical of the jewellery worn by early settler women in Moorabbin Shire c1900A small gold ring with a blue stone in an original paper mache box c1900jewellery, costume jewellery, early settlers, moorabbin shire, bentleigh, mckinnon, ormond, cheltenham, -
Wangaratta Art Gallery
Painting, Arthur Victor Gregory, The Wangaratta Off Gabo, before 1946
Gregory is from an artistic family who are well known for their maritime paintings, with his father being G. F. Gregory. Through his paintings, Gregory has left a valuable record of the maritime history in Australia.maritime artRural City of Wangaratta Collection. Gift of Transatlantic Steamship Company, Gothenburg.A maritime painting of a steamship in watercolour and gouache.Obverse: WANGARATTA/ Off Gabo/ A. V. Gregory (along bottom edge of painting) PRESENTED TO THE BOROUGH OF WANGARATTA/ BY THE CAPTAIN OF THE M V WANGARATTA/ OWNED BY TRANSATLANTIC STEAMSHIP CO LTD/ GOTHENBURG/ February 1946/ (inscription of plaque mounted to frame)wangaratta art gallery, maritime art, arthur victor gregory, wangaratta, gabo -
Vision Australia
Administrative record - Text, Association for the Blind 91st annual report 1986, 1986
Articles in annual report include: President's report, Vision Resource Centre, Blind Members, Finance report with Balance sheet, Service Overview, Pattern of Regional and Community Services,Volunteers - our most valuable resource. 1 printed volume with illustrationsassociation for the blind, corporation records -
Bendigo Military Museum
Certificate - CERTIFICATE, MUSEUM SUB COMMITTEE 2006, Bendigo District RSL Sub - Branch Inc, C.October 2006
This certificate and others to the Sub - Committees of the Bendigo Sub Branch and to a number of individuals was internally generated by the Sub - Branch in recognition of the award. The award is a yearly one from the Victorian RSL Licensed Sub- Branch Association.Framed certificate, frame is timber brown colour, certificate has RSL logo at top LH corner with a maroon section to it’s right followed by “Bendigo District RSL Sub - Branch Inc - Certificate of appreciation awarded to Museum committee”. Below that are the details of the award and signed. At the bottom is the Sub - Branch Commercial Logo.Main points; “In gratitude for your hard work and dedication in the furtherance of the Bendigo District RSL Sub - Branch Inc” “Your professionalism and support are a valuable asset to the organization and played a pivotal role in the RSL being awarded the “2006 Licensed Sub Branch of the year” “Mr Cliff Richards. President. Mr Erik Wynveen General Manager” brsl, smirsl, certificate, licensed sub branch -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Booklet - Book, In Search of a Site, 1989
History of the Ringwood Primary School No 2997 from 1889 to 1989 Contents include List of Head Teachers/Principals, Finding a Site, Time Line, Reminiscences of Miss Daisy Paddock, Anecdotes From Former Pupils. Acknowledgement - In researching the history of Ringwood Primary School, we would like to acknowledge the valuable information obtained from the History of Ringwood Primary School compiled by Mr. J.A. Baines. -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Annual ANZAC Commemoration preparations 1989, 1989
Details of discussions of the annual Anzac Commemoration Ceremony for Students with the Department of Education in 1989 regarding the 1990 ceremony. The ceremony provides a valuable opportunity for students to gain an appreciation of the Anzac spirit, the significance of the Shrine and the meaning of Anzac Day.A record of planning undertaken for the annual ceremony at the Shrine for school students by the Commemoration committee. Also that it was part of an original archive set up with S17 being document number 17 in the 'Shrine' archive.Minutes of a meeting and memo regarding planning for the Annual Anzac Commemoration Service for Students.Handwritten in blue pen 'TV coverage / S17'anzac commemoration for students, wreath laying ceremony -
Mont De Lancey
Booklet, Foster McClellan Co, Doan's Dream Book and De Witt's 200 Year Calendar and Book of Horoscopes, Doan's early 1900's. De Witt's circa 1950's
A booklet on dream interpretation dispersed with advertisements and testimonials for Doan's medicines. Originally published in 1904, this likely is an early 1920's printing. Many booklets like this were produced as PR material to increase product sales between c. 1900 - 1915. They were given to the more affluent customers or clients by the local shopkeepers of the period and are interesting Australiana historical publications. They were anywhere between 8 to 32 pages. The De Witt's booklet is similar with advertisements and information on various medicinal products produced and sold by the company for ailments. p.32.An extremely damaged, old and worn black covered booklet about ailments that people suffer with the title Doan's Dream Book. The front cover has an illustration of an ancient Egyptian woman sitting on a large stone chair with a child at her feet playing a type of harp. 'I wonder if Dreams Come True' is written at the bottom with the publisher details. It has many examples throughout of how these illnesses may be improved with advertising for products too. The back cover has lists of medication made by Doan's. p. 32. De Witt's 200 Year Calendar and Book of Horoscopes has a red, black, pink and cream front cover showing an oval with horoscopes drawn around the edges and a mountain with a yacht sailing on a river with 'The Quest for Health' written below. The title is written at the bottom of the cover. This booklet has the 200 year calendar at the front with dates from 1776 - 1976. Throughout the booklet are advertisements and information on various medications produced and sold by the company circa 1950's. p32.non-fictionA booklet on dream interpretation dispersed with advertisements and testimonials for Doan's medicines. Originally published in 1904, this likely is an early 1920's printing. Many booklets like this were produced as PR material to increase product sales between c. 1900 - 1915. They were given to the more affluent customers or clients by the local shopkeepers of the period and are interesting Australiana historical publications. They were anywhere between 8 to 32 pages. The De Witt's booklet is similar with advertisements and information on various medicinal products produced and sold by the company for ailments. p.32.dreams, medicines, ilnesses, horoscopes, calendars