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Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Book, Watt Brother C I, Walmsley Brother W L, A History of the Manchester Unity. Independent Order of Oddfellows in Victoria Friendly Society, 1972
A history of the Independent Order of Oddfellows. Firendly Society in Victoria from 1840 to 1971, describes the many services for members, plus community activities.associations -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Book, Carrol Brian, Hurry Back an Illustrated History of Mayne Nickless, 1986
A history of the Mayne Nickless transport company written for the cenenary of the company, 1886 to 1986, from the era of horsed to jet aircraft includes index.transport, commerce -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Book, Mellor, Suzanne, Australian History. The Occupation of a Continent, 1981
An overview of Australian history and development from original inhabitants, European discovery and development, gold rushes, immigration, convicts, politics, war involvement.history, law, settlers -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Book, Armstrong, John, Yacaaba and Tomaree - A History of Port Stephens, 1989
A comprehensive history of Port Stephens, N.S.W., including the strategic importance of the harbour when under American control during World War II.settlers, aboriginals, agriculture -
Alfred Hospital Nurses League - Nursing History Collection
Document - Lecture Notes - Alfred Hospital, Caulfield Hospital Rehabilitation, [ca 1973-74]
Alfred Hospital Medical Nursing lecture notes [ca. 1973-1976] - belonged to Susan Kim Hollands (2/73). Kim has been an AHNL member for many years, is now an archive volunteer. Her career was at the Alfred until 1980, during which time she completed the Intensive Care Course.Loose light grey coloured manilla front and back covers containing typed notes with staple marks from removed staples, handwritten annotationsnon-fictionAlfred Hospital Medical Nursing lecture notes [ca. 1973-1976] - belonged to Susan Kim Hollands (2/73). Kim has been an AHNL member for many years, is now an archive volunteer. Her career was at the Alfred until 1980, during which time she completed the Intensive Care Course.nurse lecture notes from 1970s, alfred hospital, nursing training, anaesthetics -
Alfred Hospital Nurses League - Nursing History Collection
Book - Illustrated Book, Josephine Alyose Dolan 1913-2004 et al, Goodnow's History of nursing, 1964
A history of the care of the sick from the times of primitive man, through the centuries up to the 1960's.Illustrated book with light blue cover. Title and author's surname, along with an illustration of a "Florence Nightingale' lantern (as used in the Crimean War) are printed in dark blue on front cover. An identical illustration of a lantern is also printed in dark blue ink on the back cover. Title and author's name are printed in white ink on dark blue rectangles on spine, the edition and publisher's name are printed in dark blue ink on the spine also.non-fictionA history of the care of the sick from the times of primitive man, through the centuries up to the 1960's.nursing-history, care of the sick through the ages. -
Alfred Hospital Nurses League - Nursing History Collection
Book - Illustrated book, Jan Bassett, Nursing aide to enrolled nurse: a history of the Melbourne School for Enrolled Nurses, 1993
A history of the Melbourne School for Enrolled Nurses (formerly the Melbourne Nursing Aide School) from its opening in 1950 until its closure in 1992.Illustrated book with mauve cover. Title and author's name printed in white on front cover, also on front cover is a black and white photograph of "Kingsfold" 376 Toorak Rd South Yarra. Back cover has summary of book in black print.non-fictionA history of the Melbourne School for Enrolled Nurses (formerly the Melbourne Nursing Aide School) from its opening in 1950 until its closure in 1992.melbourne school for enrolled nurses-history, nursing schools-victoria-history, nursing-study and teaching-victoria-history -
Bendigo Military Museum
Booklet - BOOKLET, MUSIC SCORE, The Toast is ANZAC, Gentlemen!
Song written by "C.H. Soulter" and music by "C.W. MacCarthy". Was sold for benefit of Returned Soldiers Association of NSW. 8 sheets of A4 paper stapled together. First sheet cover sheet titled name of song and it's authors. Next 6 pages is the music score with accompanying lyrics. Final page is song lyrics and brief synopsis of the history and purpose of Returned Soldiers Association of NSW. Markings suggest it is a photocopy. Writing in black on white paper. Song name of front "The Toast is ANZAC Gentleman!" Price 2 shillings.passchendaele barracks trust, music score -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - Post Card, Early 20th Century
One of a collection of 11 photographs/postcards donated by Meg Davis & Nancy McHaffie from the estate of Brenda Higgins, grand-daughter of JD & Georgianna McHaffieSepia postcard of "Sally", a wallaby in fenced area of the Warley Hospital, Cowes Phillip Island"Sally" On back: Warley Hospital, Cowes, 9/9/28.wildlife - wallaby, wallaby, warley hospital, meg davis, nancy mchaffie, brenda higgins -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Library - BOOK: A HISTORY OF THE BENDIGO HOME AND HOSPITAL FOR THE AGED: FRANK CUSACK, 1857 - 1980
Established in 1857, the Bendigo Benevolent Asylum provided care for the aged and destitute. In 1886 a lying in hospital was included and was subsequently called the Benevolent Asylum and Lying in Hospital. This continued until 1937 when the Lying in hospital was discontinued and the institution became the Benevolent Home. From 1963 it was called the Bendigo Home and Hospital for the Aged until a further name change in 1988 saw it become the Anne Caudle Centre.Hardcover book with a woven cover and negative photo of the home in black and gold. Clear dustjacket. 232 pages with black and white photographs and illustrations covering the history of the Bendigo Home and Hospital for the Aged between 1857 - 1980.Frank Cusack, Queensberry Hill Pressmedical -
Ambulance Victoria Museum
Certificate, Ambulance Officer Training Centre, Ambulance Officer Grade lll, Laurence Pearce Spelling, 1974
Awarded to Lawrence Pearce Spelling. Laurie Spelling joined the ambulance service in the early 1970s and completed various training courses at the Ambulance Officer's Training Centre. He was employed by the Peninsula Ambulance Service and later qualified as a paramedic and was a MICA coordinator. In the period 1999-2003 he was area manager for Rural Ambulance Victoria.DL sized certificate with Hospital and Charities Commission logo top left and Ambulance Service Victoria logo top right. Ambulance Service Victoria Hospital and Charities Commissionlaurie spelling, laurence pearce spelling, ambulance service victoria, hospitals and charities commission -
Clunes Museum
Archive - FOLDER
Clunes Lions Club operated 1975-1998.1 Black plastic folder with sleeves containing history of Clunes Lions Club 1975 - 1988 complied by S. Duncan .2 Black Plastic folder with sleeves containing history of Clunes Lions Club 1988 - 1994 compiled by S. Duncan .3 Black Plastic folder with sleeves containing history of Clunes Lions Club 1975 - 1998 compiled by S. DuncanHistory of Clunes Lions Clubclunes lions club, duncan -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Dr. Drake's Open Air Hospital
Dr. Drake had TB, but cured himself. He then established an open Air Hospital in what is now the grounds of the Whitefriars Seminary in Park Road Donvale.Black and white photograph of of typical Open Air Chalet at Dr. Francis Drake's Open Air Hospital at site of present Whitefriars Seminary, Donvale. See History.drake, francis john dr, tb hospital, donvale, whitefriars seminary, nethercote, john -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Dr. Drake's Open Air Hospital
Dr. Drake had TB, but cured himself. He then established an open Air Hospital in what is now the grounds of the Whitefriars Seminary in Park Road Donvale.Black and white photograph of patients and nurses on verandah of Dr. Francis Drake's Open Air TB Hospital on site of present Whitefriars Seminary, Donvale. See History.drake, francis john dr, tb hospital, donvale, whitefriars seminary, nethercote, john -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Official History of Australia in the War of 1914-1918 Vol 12
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 areas 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 from 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. Official History of Australia in the War of 1914-18 Vol 12 Author: Bean & Gullett Publisher John F Shaw & Co Date: 1937shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, warrnambool, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, official history of australia in the war of 1914-18 vol 12, bean & gullett -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, History of The United States Vol 1
History of The United States Vol 1 From the Discovery of the Amercian Continent Author: George Bancroft Publisher: George Routledge & Co Date: 1852Label on spine cover with typed text R.H. 973 BAN Pastedown front end page has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Librarywarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, history of the united states vol 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, History of The United States Vol 2
History of The United States Vol 2 From the Discovery of the Amercian Continent Author: George Bancroft Publisher: George Routledge & Co Date: 1851Label on spine cover with typed text R.H. 973 BAN Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Librarywarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, history of the united states vol 2, george bancroft -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, The Cambridge Natural History Vol 3
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 1942 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. The Cambridge Natural History Vol 3 Molluscs and Brachiopods Edited by S F Harmer & A E Shiley Publisher: MacMillan & Co Date: 1895 Label on spine cover with typed text PAT 595.1 HAR 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, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, pattison collection, warrnambool library, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, the cambridge natural history vol 3, molluscs and brachiopods, s f harmer, a e shiley -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds Vol 2
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. A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds Vol 2 Author: The Rev. F. O. Morris Publisher: Groombridge & Sons Date: 1855Label on spine cover with typed text PAT F598.2942 MOR Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Servicewarrnambool, 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, a natural history of the nests and eggs of british birds vol 2, a natural history, the rev. f. o. morris, f. o. morris -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, A History of France
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. A History of France from the earliest times to the fall of the second empire in 1870 Author: W H Jervis Publisher: John Murray Date: 1884Label on spine cover with typed text 994 JER 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, a history of france, w h jervis -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Report, Radden, W.W.L, History of Anderson's Creek 1856-1865 by W.W.L. Radden January 1965, Jan-65
History of Anderson's Creek 1856-1865 - 7 foolscap pages and map prepared by W.W.L. Radden January 1965 +Additional Keywords: Radden, W.W.L. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Document, Gerry Robinson, How Geology and Geography can influence History: Canterbury Road, Jun-14
Documents prepared by Gerry Robinson, June 2014: How Geology and Geography can influence History: Canterbury Road +Additional Keywords: Robinson, Gerry -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Envelope, Packet: Draft of book - "From Paddocks to Parks" - a history of the Ringwood & District Cricket Association by Phil McCallum 1956
Printed draft of book - "From Paddocks to Parks" - a history of the Ringwood & District Cricket Association by Phil McCallum 1956 +Additional Keywords: McCallum, Phil -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Book, Michael Anthony Jones, Prolific In God's Gifts - A Social History of Knox and The Dandenongs, 1983
Hardcover book by Michael Jones illustrated with photographs and maps. Full title: Prolific In God's Gifts - A Social History of Knox and The Dandenongs (Victoria, Australia). -
Federation University Historical Collection
CD-ROM, Thylacine Oral History
White CD-ROM in white paper CD envelope. The CD-ROM contains an oral history between Simon Townsend and Bernie Mason on Thylacines.australian animal folklore collection, simon townsend, townsend, bernie mason, thylacine -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Book, "History of Postal Services in Victoria", 1984
"History of Postal Services in Victoria" Book with pale yellow cover with dark green edging. Title in dark green & sepia. Drawing of stagecoach in sepia.utilities, communication - postal, piers and wharves - railway pier, wibraham frederick evelyn liardet, wfe liardet -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Audio - CD, "Yachting History Interview, Dick Edwards, 12/10/1960"
"Yachting History Interview, Dick Edwards, 12/10/1960". Interviewed by Ronald Jackson. Recording made by Janice MacDonald, the grandaughter of Dick Edwards sport - yachting, eli 'dick' edwards, janice c morton macdonald, port melbourne yacht club, pmyc -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Book, Judith Raphael Buckrich, The long and perilous journey - a history of the Port of Melbourne, Jul 2002
Book commissioned by Melbourne Port Corporation, launched on 19.07.2002. While in progress, author Judith Buckrich spoke about it at PMH&PS AGM 27 August 2001 (Ref A49)The long and perilous journey - a history of the Port of Melbourne, by Judith Buckrich, signed by author at 2002 launch at Readings, Bay Street (Ref Tape A49)transport - shipping, piers and wharves, industry, melbourne harbor trust - port of melbourne authority, dr chris whitaker, judith raphael buckrich, melbourne port corporation -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Book, Judith Raphael Buckrich, The long and perilous journey - a history of the Port of Melbourne, Jul 2002
Book commissioned by Melbourne Port Corporation, launched on 19.07.2002. While in progress, author Judith Buckrich spoke about it at PMH&PS AGM 27 August 2001 (Ref A49)The long and perilous journey - a history of the Port of Melbourne, by Judith Buckrich, signed by author at 2002 launch at Readings, Bay Street (Ref Tape A49)Copy signed by authortransport - shipping, piers and wharves, industry, melbourne harbor trust - port of melbourne authority, dr chris whitaker, judith raphael buckrich, melbourne port corporation -
Williamstown High School
Longmans history book 1912, An advanced history of Great Britain. Part II From 1485 to 1714, 1912
Red hardcover book of 544 pages. Used by Laurna Beatrice Arnold in her history studies at Williamstown High School. Includes some maps.See jpgs above for inscription inside front cover.textbooks, williamstown high school, 1915, 1912, history, laurna arnold