Sarah Coventry Pty. Ltd. was a North American jewellery company that was established in 1949 by the Stuart family as part of Emmons Jewelry, Inc. It began operations in England and Australia in 1968, and in Australia it moved from Carlton in Melbourne to Wodonga in 1969. The premises were originally on High St. in Wodonga, but a new warehouse was built in Melbourne Rd. later in 1969. It was a direct selling jewellery business using a party-plan model similar to Tupperware and Avon. The sales reps or 'Hostesses' were provided with jewellery samples in demonstration kits, which they displayed at jewellery parties in their homes. The designs for jewellery such as brooches, necklaces, earrings, chokers and bracelets were purchased from freelance designers and jewellery manufacturers rather than in-house designers. In 1979 Sarah Coventry Pty. Ltd. in Wodonga was bought by three Australian businessmen, including Wodonga local Jim Sawyer, and continued to sell jewellery under the name "Sargem Pty. Ltd”, for several more years in the 1980s. As part of the Sarah Coventry collection, the suitcase has local significance with the decentralised commercial development of regional centres such as Wodonga in NE Victoria, as well as national and international significance from the perspective of social and economic developments for women after World War II. The direct selling party-plan business model Sarah Coventry was based on is also considered the first of its kind for jewellery.Green vinyl suitcase with the name 'Sarah Coventry' in lower case gold letters on one corner of the top surface and the number '1348' printed in gold on the back surface. Plated iron alloy hardware securing the handle on the front and the locking mechanism."Sarah Coventry" printed in gold letters on one corner of the top surface of the suitcase. "1348" printed in gold on the back surface, which could be the number of the demonstration kit.sarah coventry, jewellery, wodonga, costume jewellery, vintage fashion jewellery, demonstration kit suitcase, suitcase, suitcases

Shrapnel and Semaphore. My grandfather's diary of Gallipoli is an amazing story of courage, faith and service. It provides a graphic account of the horrors of the fateful ANZAC landing and of the courageous attempt to take the peninsula against impossible odds.Soft cardboard cover, purple print on beige background on front, spine & back beige print on dark brown background. Sepia photo of 3 men in uniform on front. Sepia portrait photo on back (New Zealand uniform). 60 pages, cut plain paper, illustrated with black & white photos. Biography & diary of Walter EDMUND (Bill) LEADLEY Reg No 6/1122 Lance Corporal 1st Battalion, 2nd Corps, Canterbury Regiment of New Zealand.books, military, nz, shrapnel

Folder of documents relates to ownership of Crown Portion 13, Parish of Nillimbuk, County of Evelyn, purchased by John Alison in 1840 and sold to various people including Charles Partington Snr in 1878. It includes Certificates of Title recording transfers to Charles' children, and details of the land retained by Charles Jnr and Joseph Partington until their deaths in 1932 and 1943 respectively. A list of sales of allotments in the "Greenhills Estate" is also included.Folder of documents including Certificates of Title and other land documentsjohn alison, charles partington, charles partington junior, joseph partington, greenhills, partington family, greensborough, willis vale

This publication and accompanying papers marks the 1985 Grand Opening season of The Australian Opera in the State Theatre in the nw Arts Centre in Melbourne. Inside are documents including a five page Guest List (acceptances) for the Cocktail party to announce the 185 season. Mr and Mrs J Davies are listed. Pages with biographies of singers are included. This looks to be part of 1984 Board Papers. Patricia Davies was a member of board of The Australian Opera.The Australian Opera document holder with many documents. Foolscap size.walsh st library

Leasehold mortgage document dated 12th. September, 1888 between Angus McPherson of Durham Ox and Thomas Luxton. Associated letters from Angus Mcpherson, Gladfield, The Colonial Bank of Australia, Pyramid Hill, accounts from Thomas Luxton, telegrams and notes are enclosed in mortgage document. Donald McPherson co-signed some documents.cottage, miners, angus mcpherson, donald mcpherson, thomas luxton, connelly, tatchell & dunlop, gladfield, pyramid hill, durham ox, farming

A binder of documents that is passed from an outgoing President to the incoming President. It is primarily from the 1967 to 1995. There is a summary of the year written by the President. Also documents about the President's Fund and the nomination process for electing the President. Most documents are being catalogued separately.A record of the events that happened in Legacy over several decades from the point of view of the President.Black foolscap binder of documents passed from outgoing President to the new President.presidents, past presidents, presidents fund

Document undated, most likely SECV, sets out the methods for the resealing of tram tracks in Geelong for either grooved rail or T rail. Demonstrates a document that sets out the procedure for the repair of the road surface in Geelong.Document - typed quarto sheet original.tramways, procedures, track maintenance, geelong, trackwork

Letters of Sympathy from Bendigo Locals to parents of " Mervyn Clive Townsend" , KIA on HMAS SYDNEY on 15/11/41. Refer Cat No. 2313P for Townsend service.Handwritten letters of Sympathy for M.C. Townsend. 1. Letter of Sympathy from A. Brazier, Eaglehawk - on small blank white note paper. 2. Letter of Sympathy from Jim Condon - on blue paper, lined, dated 6/12/41.hmas sydney', ww2, mervyn clive townsend, letters of sympathy.

The letters in this folder all revolve around Arthur Edmund TRANTER V50166 & VX52843 POW, his wife Pat, daughter Brenda, Family members, POW mates, plus correspondence from Brenda or to Brenda from POW's and family. Names on the letters written by include, Lt Charles Baeyeritz, Lt N.S. Garvey, Wynne (friend of Pat), Mary Hopson (Wife of Pte Ted Hopson), Pte Bob Sime, Lola Stapleton (Wife of Jack Stapleton), Florence Fogarty (Sister of of Gnr James La Hay), Pte Bob nelson, Pte Frank Sawyer, Kay Martens (Daughter of Ted Maughn) Lt Arnold Nicols, Wilfred Parish, Albert van de Waag KMIL (From the Netherlands), Lt John Purvis, Sandy Sandilands (re his Father), Pte Hilton Stanton, John Nicols (Son of Lt A Nicols), Betty Raison (Cousin of Ted Hopson), Neil Nunn (nephew of Pte John F Nunn), Bob Christie (Secretary 2/29th BN Society), Pte Fogarty. Family members re letters, G.M. Downie, Robert Downie, Fly Officer James Downie, Pte Robert Downie, Loius Tranter. There are two more Archival folders Cat No's 7956.2 & 7957.2. Refer Cat No 7944 for E.A. Tranters service history..1) Black Archival folder box .2) Black Archival folder 3 ring Binder with plastic inserts containing the following: 1. Six letters written from 1943 - 1945 to Tranter from his Wife Pat. 2. Two letters written by Tranters Daughter Brenda when she was in Grade 3, on a second page is a colour drawing by Brenda. 3. Two letter written on combined Salvation Army, Aust Comforts Fund and the YMCA letter heads in 1945. 4. Sixteen letters from various people including Family written up tp late 1945. 5. 36 letters written from 1946 - 2010 from various people associated with the Tranter Family. 6. Three colour photos taken at Tranters 90th birthday which includes POW mates.album, archival, tranter, letters

This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. John and Sarah Duke and Duchess of Marlborough 1660-1744 Based on unpublished letters and documents at Blenheim Palace Author: Stuart J Reid Publisher: John Murray Date: 1914Label on spine cover with typed text PAT 920 MAR Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, john and sarah, duke and duchess of marlborough 1660-1744, blenheim palace, stuart j reid

Document. Buff folder containing Letters dated 1934 re applications for lease. Options to purchase leases. Prospectus of the Hustlers Gold Mining Co. Report on Agnew Hustlers Group.McColl, Rankin & Stanistreetorganization, business, north hustlers gmc, mccoll, rankin & stanistreet, north hustlers gmc, gold mining, leases, agnew hustlers group

Documents. Sixty one letters and certificates of appreciation for the Emu Creek Bush Band following perfromances at a varity of venues and schools across Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia.

Augustus Bostock was the 9th child of Robert & Rachael Bostock of Vaucluse Epping Forest, Van Diemen’s Land. He was only 4 years old when his mother died. He was inspired by his father to seek his fortune in the Western District of Victoria. He arrived around 1850. He married Margaret Aitkin in July 1865. Augustus owned several properties in the district and leased others. He sat on the court of Warrnambool, Mortlake or Hexham as required. He resided at Marramook in Hawkesdale and later moved to Vaucluse in Hopetoun Road Warrnambool, where he died in 1920 at the age of 87. He was involved in many aspects of life in the Western District, racing, cricket, and social activities to name a few. This diary shows the daily entries over a long period of time with activities ranging from fencing, visiting neighbours and weather details. It mentions many local people and many properties he visited. Augustus Bostock along with a number of his brothers was one of the earliest pioneers in the Western District of Victoria. This diary sheds considerable light onto the life of Augustus and people of his era. There is a wealth of information on a range of topics relating to early life in Warrnambool and district.Brown stippled cloth cover with brown corners and spine in leather. Purple and green patterned paper inside front and back covers. Pages are handwritten in black ink. Sticker inside front cover: J Hider Opposite the Post Office Warrnambool. M/R 6/- Augustus Bostock Coomite Diary 1881 warrnambool, augustus bostock, gussy bostock, vaucluse warrnambool, bostock brothers

Land title documents trace the ownership of land owned by the Partington family of Greensborough.The Partington family are Greensborough pioneers and have lived in the area since the 1840s.Folder of copies of land title documents. 36 pages. partington, plenty river, banyule city council, shire of heidelberg, shire of diamond valley

A4 document of Melbourne Theatre Site Legendpayne john a, theatres

These documents were used by the Orbost Rifle Club.The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's. It had a substantial membership.A large plastic envelope containing miscellaneous documents and books from the Orbost Rifle Club. Documents include receipts, cheque books, correspondence, cards, rules and an unused match record book.documents orbost-rifle-club match-records

Documents comprise: 15 page - information document describing the project, planning timing including a proposed timetable from the Coburg stop, Sydney Road tram shuttle, North Melbourne bus service, and ticket zones. 1 page letter and consultation form dated 30/1/1990 addressed to the AETA 1 page - notes on consultative meeting outcomes 1 page information note on the Upfield light rail 3 page document titled "The fourth option" - LRT and trams retained in Sydney RoadYields information about the proposals to convert the Upfield rail line to light rail.Set of documents - comprising 22 A4 printed pages.tramways, the met, upfield, light rail, new tramways, consultation

Document lists W class tram destinations for Essendon, Brunswick, Preston, Kew, Malvern, Camberwell, and Glen Huntly depots. Dated 20/6/1987. Yields information about the destination blind listings for each depot during 1987.Photocopy of a 9 page A4 document.tramways, trams, destination rolls, w class, depots

This is a DRAFT document laying out the lines of command and control and duties of RASvy in Land Warfare. The document was prepared by Major C Watson in 31 Jan 1984. The document is missing its Title page. The Title was transcribed from an accompanying document " Technical Reports and papers held by Charlie Watson."26 x paper A4 sized pages of typed text, diagrams and tables held together with an ARNOS fastener. The document is missing its Title page. The Title was transcribed from an accompanying document " Technical Reports and papers held by Charlie Watson."royal australian survey corps, rasvy, fortuna, army survey regiment, army svy regt, asr

Documents consist of question and answer exercises related to Officer training - 3rd Division Staff Officers Courses. date range: May 1970 and June 1972.Collection of printed and handwritten documents on foolscap and A4 paper. Text on printed documents is in black type. Handwritten text in red and blue ink. Document stapled on top LHC. Holes punched along LHS for inclusion in a ring binder.Various handwritten comments in black and red ink and pencil.training notes, army, kevin john herdman

The letters were sent home by Alfred G Ferris to his Mother and Sister and states that he has sent the Brooch home not long after arriving in England. Refer cat No 4183.3P for his service details..1) .2) Two letters, red ruled lined paper, hand written in ink, both written on same day. .3) Card, without badge, “Regimental Brooch Badge”, Patent No 8448, yellowish colour..1) Main items, “Codford 5.11.1916” , “Dear Mother”, “from your loving son Alf”. In pencil at bottom, “Silver leaves from S Africa” .2) Main items, “Codford 5.11.1916”, “Dear Marian”, “Love from Alf”letters, brooch, ww1, s.africa

Report book with results from all 3 terms of the 1920 school year, achieved by Archibald Fowler at Williamstown High School.Report booklet of white sheets covered in buff coloured card, 8 pages.See pdf above for complete document.school reports, williamstown high school, 1920, archibald fowler

reproductions of documents, b&w photographs

b&w photographs, document reproductions

This series presents 28 years of Thomas' journals, transcribed and annotated by Dr Marguerita Stephens (Vols 1-3). Vol 4 provides a substantial collection of Thomas' records of Kulin language - some reworked from earlier transcriptions by Dr Stephen Morey. For nearly three decades William Thomas chronicled his life and work with Aboriginal Victorians through his daily journal entries. Now this four volume set, comprehensively indexed and extensively annotated, shines new light on the history of race relations in Australia. Thomas' detailed observations give a rare insight into the process of cultural continuity and collapse, and the agency of Victorian Aboriginal leaders in social and economic interactions with settlers and colonial administrations in a time of great social upheaval. This first-hand account repopulates Victorian history, paying respect to the work, play and lives of the Aboriginal men and women who emerge from the pages of Thomas' journal.document reproductions, b&w illustrationswurundjeri, woiwurrung, woi wurrung, yarra, waverong, wavarong, waborong, warwarong, warworong, waworong, wa woo rong, wouvarong, wavorong, port phillip, boon wurrung, mount macedon, bacchus marsh, backhouse marsh, boonurrong, boonurong, boonmerong, bonwarong, boomerong, boonvarong, boonerong, bunurong, boonrong, boonworng, boonurong, boonwrung, boonurgs, taungurung, goulbourn, tongorong, devils river tribe, wathaurong, wadawurrung, barrabool, barabool, wattowrong, william thomas, geelong, ballarat, mount buninyong, booningong, leigh river tribe, dja dja wurrung, avoca, loddon river, bangerang, pangerang, pangeran, pangarran, pangarans, parngarangs, ovens river tribe, broken river tribe, gunai kurnai, omeo, monaro

Unpublished report for the Australian Alps Liaison Committee. A series of interviews with a variety of people.b&w photographs, document reproductionsoral histories