The Australian Historical Records Society existed in Ballarat between 1896 and 1906. They were one of Australia's first historical societies, and were in the position to still be able to talk to early pioneers. They invited such pioneers to either submit letters or memoirs, or to address the Society's meetings, where their reminiscences were taken down in shorthand and later typed up. The Society also attempted to preserve memorabilia from Ballarat's early days, but on the disbanding of the group in 1906, materials were stored at the Ballarat Town Hall and were later lost. It is not known how the papers made their way to the then Ballarat Municipal Library, but they have been part of the Library's collection for many years.Mrs Charlotte Drew was a long term resident of Canadian, an area of Ballarat East. She first arrived in Australia in Adelaide. She and her husband George, who was a carpenter, arrived in Ballarat in 1851, and in these reminiscences she recalls a very lively life.

Walter Cornell. Plate 212 Chuck Photo.walter cornell, sturt street, building, commerical

Picture Framer, Pagerhanger and Decorator. Plate 275 Chuck Photo Series.w. hamer, sturt street, commerical, shop, persons, costume

Wholesale & Retail Grocer and Produce Merchant. Plate 312 Chuck Photo Series.w. mcallester, victoria street, building, commerical, public, persons, shop

Established 1858. Plate 317 Chuck Photo Series.w. porter & co., lydiard street, railway boot arcade, interior, commerical, shop

Carriage & Coach Builders. Steam Coach Factory. Plate 369 Chuck Photo Series.w. leach & son, albert street, creswick, building, persons, vehicles, manufacturing

Horse Bazaar. Omnibus Depot. Wedding Carriages for Hire. Livery, Bait, Stables, Horses, Buggies, Drags. Pic-nic Parties & Others. Plate 375 Chuck Photo Series.w. reid's livery stables, armstrong street, persons, vehicle

Used by donor in 'Blackburn - a picturesque history'Black & white photo of H.W. Poyntz, Postmaster & Confectioner's store, Blackburn Road. (1978 Rob's Cycle Shop) Da Costa page 19poyntz, henry, blackburn road blackburn, blackburn post office

Paperback book with green card cover, comprising 160 pages. This book was used by Williamstown High School students in the 1960s, in their study of English. williamstown high school, 1960s, english text books, the new graded word-book

This letter from A. Fabinyi thanks Robin Boyd for sending the "Design in Australia" scripts, and asks whether he wishes to illustrate and edit them with a view to possible publication.On the reverse some handwritten notes by Robin Boyd in pencil - names and associated tasks.

This letter from A. Fabinyi congratulates Robin Boyd for his appointment as a Trustee of the National Gallery of Victoria and expresses delight at the Victorian Government's choice.

This letter from A. Fabinyi contains copies of a review of "The Walls Around Us" and other articles which reference "The Australian Ugliness" and Robin Boyd. FW Cheshire are the publishers of "The Australian Ugliness" and "The Walls Around Us".

William Taylor was one of the original white settlers in the area around modern day Keilor. He had a large amount of land and ran sheep in the area. Taylors Lake and Taylors Creek now bear his name. Figure of local historical significanceMarble bust on pedestalInscription on plinthwilliam taylor

Black and white framed photograph featuring a group of men inspecting cattle over a fence in front of the Mechanics Instituute Hall at Mirboo North. Set in brown wood frame with cream card window mount.

Department of Health – National Fitness Office (Sports & Recreation) – Historical Press Release Photo - Empire Youth Day & Royals on Tour CollectionDepartment of Health – National Fitness Office (Sports & Recreation) – Historical Press Release Photo - Empire Youth Day & Royals on Tour Collection

Details on the service of William Morris Dellar Enlisted June 1940 Discharged October 1945. Served as a Gunner with the 3rd Light Ack Ack Regiment. Prisoner of War.1. Private diary typed and contained in a ring binder. 2. Japanese surrender leaflet. 3. Service of Thanksgiving program. WW2