4 Photographs of people at a Christmas Dinner. top left photo Two seated of a man and woman, the man looking at the woman. top right photo. Male with Moustache. Bottom Left: Four People, two partially people. Bottom Right: four people two facing, two with backs to camera. 4 colour sheets on one sheetbiarri

Black and white portrait of Frederick John Cato seated holding folded papers. The coloured photo is an A4 print of a painting of Fred Cato in the Canberra National Portrait Gallery. In both photos Frederick is seated and dressed in a suit, vest and tie. Frederick John Cato (1858 -1935) was a grocer, part of the Moran & Cato chain of some years ago. He was born in Stawell and went to 502 (Stawell State School) for many years eventually becoming an assistant teacher. He resigned in 1887 to go teaching in new Zealand. Frederick was a generous man and Cato prizes were presented to pupils attending 502. Stawell benefited in many ways from his generosity. Cato Park was named in his honor. Two photographs of Frederick John Cato. One a black and white photo the other an A4 print of a painting of Fred Cato in the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra.Fred Cato-Photo in National Portrait Gallery-Canberra c. Early 1930sstawell

Nicholas Scallan’s Store Stawell East c 1865-1870. In the worksheet notes: On the back of the original photograph are the inscriptions "The Scallan Grain Store and Skin Store in the early days. Stawell East. This may be mentioned in Maynard Ord's Book (Stawell Past & Present) From records many sales took place there as furniture, land sales, shares, commodities, auctions. Meetings were also held there, evidently a meeting place for miners. The lady and gentle man on the right of the photograph are Kate Scallan and Nicholas Scallan.Photograph of a small weather board building with veranda with wooden floor. The veranda has a diamond pattern around the roof edge. The windows at the front are at either side of the wooden door. The lean-to on one side has another door at the front. One female and two males are standing out the front. stawell

Colour photograph of a brick building Grit Chamber, beside tunnel entrance on Mt William range. Part of Stawell water supply system. Building has 2 windows and one door. At the door a man is standing with one arm leaning near the door holding a hat. Roof is iron. Background shows trees. Man is Geoff Sudholtz. Building burnt down c2006 with only foundations left.buildings, water supply

Originating from Scotland pre-1950, this wool winder is ornately decorated featuring a male figure at its peak and a cherub at its base. Wool Winders are practical objects typically with minimal decoration; however, Wool Winders with ornate design features do exist. Scrimshaw (whale ivory) was a popular choice of material in the 18th and 19th century. It is smooth, preventing yarn from getting caught when unwinding, as well as having artistic beauty. Wool winders require a heavy base, as to not topple over when in use. It is popular to decorate these bases on more elaborate winders, such as shown in this example. The bows featured to tie the wood segments together is another feature of more elaborate models of wool winders, also highlighted in this example. This winder began life in the possession of Annie Crawford. The Crawford name has a strong connection with the town of Paisley, Scotland, and its Woollen Mills. The Crawford name can be seen working at the Woollen Mills in the 1851 Scotland Census, with Robert and his brother’s James and John working as Wool dyers. Their father Alexander also worked as a Loom Weaver. The winder immigrated with Annie when she, her husband and 3 children travelled to Australia, ready to start a new life. Most of their possessions were left behind in Scotland. This winder accompanied the family on their journey; so it stands to reason that the winder was special to them. Annie Crawford passed the winder onto her eldest daughter Joan Crawford. Joan did not have any children and so she passed the winder onto the eldest female grandchild, Fiona Crawford. Fiona Crawford continued the connection of the Crawford name with textiles, with an exhibition titled "When you go looking for me, I am not there". Utilising medieval embroidery tradition of ‘Punto Assisi, the exhibition was a reflection on the lack of women recorded in history, particularly their contribution to the domestic arts. Her work investigates both the absence of women while also honouring the unknown female makers of this now highly desired art. The Wool Winder was donated to the National Wool Museum in 2021 by Dianne Crawford, the sister of Fiona Crawford. Umbrella swift style wool winder made of metal, wood, and ribbon. Decorated at its highest point with a sculpted man standing on one leg, holding what is perhaps a rolled newspaper as though he may be bidding at an auction. Or perhaps he is holding a hank of wool. The man stands upon a three-tier platform of decreasing size and design which leads to the central metal shaft. At the base, the winder is decorated with an engraved cherub. Both figures have a small hole in one of their hands, indicating that they originally held something. Unfortunately, it is not known what this is. From the central metal shaft, this winder has 2 rows of 6 arms radiating out. These arms cross in the middle to form an X. These arms are also connected horizontally with additional arms which cross. This all forms an intricate web design, tied together with ribbon. The size of the web these arms create is adjustable, to accommodate yarns of different length. Beneath the second row of arms is a locking screw which holds this row at the desired height and width. This entire top section, beginning at the central metal shaft, can be unscrewed from its base for easier storage. The base begins in a wooden circular shape growing into a smaller ornately designed raise on which the cherub sits. From the head of the cherub the central metal shaft begins.paisley, scotland, wool winder, immigration

This traditional wagga blanket was made by Mrs Eileen Pattle between 1942 and 1950. The wagga was used as everyday bedding, as Eileen and her husband had very few possessions. They boarded with a man who they called “Old Harry” in Footscray. Old Harry had recently lost his wife and looked after the young couple well. They could stay with him and use his house as their own, and all that Old Harry asked for in return was for Eileen to cook him one good meal a day. The blanket was given to Mrs Beverley (Bev) Maguire, the daughter of Eileen, when she and her husband went camping one winter. Her husband was a “mad” fisherman and on one trip on which Bev joined him, her father offered the couple his old tent, that had a wall missing, and the wagga. The wagga was much appreciated as when the couple woke in the countryside, it was freezing, and they could see snow through the missing tent wall. From then on, the tent and the wagga were theirs. The wagga saw many more camping trips until the arrival of Bev’s “lovely new lightweight and down filled sleeping bag”. The wagga was made with a “make do, waste not, want not” attitude. The wagga started as an army issued blanket. The front layer has clothing and panels of mismatched material which has been added to over time. This includes an overcoat, two knitted garments, a panel from a skirt, and a panel from Old Harry’s Trousers. It also includes a man’s sleeveless knitted vest, and a knitted pram blanket. This is all stitched together with string, and the odd button. Bev said she would love to unpick the quilt to see what else is hiding inside but has resisted the urge to do so. All these layers have made the blanket incredibly warm, and heavy. The wagga has been within Bev’s family since creation and comes into the National Wool Museum Collection after serving the family well. It was used to keep everyone warm when not camping over many a winter’s night. Beverley is now getting on in years and donated the Wagga to the National Wool Museum in 2021. Her family referred to the wagga as a “collection of rags”, indicating to her that they did not wish to inherit the blanket. The wagga started as an army issue blanket. It has been made by stitching the khaki army blanket onto a hessian rear. The front layer has clothing and panels of mismatched material. This includes an overcoat, two knitted garments, a panel from a skirt, and a panel from Old Harry’s Trousers. It also includes a man’s sleeveless knitted vest, and a knitted pram blanket. This is all stitched together with string, and the odd button. It is thought that other materials are hiding within the layers of this wagga, however, uncovering these layers would involve unpicking the quilt. The wagga is 1360 x 1880mm, sized to suit a double bed. It is a heavy blanket, originating from all its panels of mismatched reused clothing. The wagga is well worn but has lasted almost 80 years. It has holes that have been lovingly re-stitched.wagga, quilt, upcycle

This knitting pattern book was published by the Melbourne 'Herald' newspaper, and contains knitting patterns for womens garments.The Complete Home / knitting / Illustrated / Jumpers and Cardigans / Twin Sets: Gloves / Man's Pullover / Ski Cap and Gloves / Teenager's Dress / THE HERALD, MELBOURNE / ONE AND SIXPENCEknitting handicrafts - history, herald and weekly times ltd, knitting, handicrafts - history

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool, often using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows. This is one of 23 garments donated by her granddaugher, Mrs Glenda Ilsley.Man's vest knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

One of a number hung in the City of Whitehorse for the Olympic Torch Relay prior to the Sydney Olympic Games.Blue rectangular, printed in white Sydney Olympic Games Symbol (Opera House) - man running with torch. Olympic rings symbol with wording: Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay, presented by AMP - White printed in dark blue.Selby's Pty Ltd., Flags, Banners, Flag Poles and Marquees.|1800 241066: Melb, Sydney,Brisbane, Adelaide.flags, sporting, civic

Cream silk man's handkerchief with 4cm hem and embroidered 'A' in one corner.costume accessories, male

Donated by Jean Cornell. It was owned by her Grandmother, Eliza Waite, who was born in Gippsland in 1867 & married a Cornish man John Tredilock & had five children. Eliza died in 1942 & grandfather died in 1945. Jean & her husband have lived in Mitcham since 1956.Cover made to hold knitting books. One side is hard board & the front cover is ply wood, handpainted with red (cottage) & green (trees). Two sides are tied together with brown wool & are bound with green linen binding.handcrafts, knitting, hand painted

Order for baker when home delivery of bread was usual. The sign would be left in a container with one tag which told the baker (i.e. the bread delivery man) what bread to leave. Payment would be made according to arrangements, i.e. weekly, monthly.|Made by George Warren.Wooden free standing sign with 6 nails to support 3 embossed metal tags - 1/4 brown, 1/4 white, 1/2 white. Bread order.1/4 Brown, 1/4 white, 1/2 white.signs, domestic items, appliances

Black and white photograph of men in a group, some seated others standing and a dog with the man in the light jumper.Black and white photograph of eight men and one dog.toogood charles, pearce duncan spencer, crowther ted, harris fred, zerbe fred, pearce edward, and two unknown.

Used by the St John's Ambulance Association to show how to bandage injuries.Two large cotton triangles one printed images in black showing correct method of bandaging different body parts with Logo with The St John Ambulance Association at top and central man under logo has sling marked 9A and 9B. The second sling is plain calico.st john ambulance, medical

As this photograph and certificate were received by the Museum with a collection relating to the Rutherglen Timber Mill, it is believed that he was probably an employee there before his military service.Black and white portrait photograph of a young man in military uniform, and a memorial certificateText of memorial certificate: "This scroll commemorates Flight Sergeant G.W. Addinsall Royal Australian Air Force held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. May his sacrifice help to bring the peace and freedom for which he died."industry, timber, timber mill, geoffrey william addinsall, world war 2, ww2, william addinsall, daisy addinsall, daisy bautovitch

One of a series of photographs taken during the Victoria 150 celebrations. The old Bank of Victoria is now (2017) the NAB.Colour photograph of a man giving a speech to a group of people, some of whom are wearing period costume.On back of photo: "Rutherglen | The Mayor addressing crowd after the unveiling of plaque on old Bank of Vic. 1985"nab, bank of victoria, historic plaque

Photograph is of a Hicks family cricket team at a match in December 1925 - Hicks vs Dudauman. We don't know who won.Black and white group photograph of cricket players, with older man in a suit on the left of the photo. Identification of the players on a separate piece of paper. This is one copy of four.hick family, dudauman

Donated by Mrs Lockwood, Bonnie, formerly HamiltonPostcard size black & white reproduction, unframed. Group of six large men entered in a "largest man" competition, only one known. Norman Hamilton second from leftWritten on back of photo: "Competition at Rutherglen for largest man. Norman Hamilton 2nd from left"norman hamilton, largest man competition

Christmas and New Year Card from Beth Williams to her relatives and friendsBlack and white photograph of a building at a mine. Three men are standing on the veranda of the building, two wearing hats and jackets, and one in a butcher's apron. At the right of the photo is dark skinned man on a horse.At foot of photo: "With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Bright New Year"christmas, card

Black and white photograph, mounted on cardboard, showing the front of the Mardling Bros General Store. At either side of photo is a horse cart with a man standing near the horse. Between these carts, stand 2 men, 3 women (one holding a baby), and 4 small children.On back of photo (some illegible): "This photo was taken 1903" | "Blackie" | "11539" [crossed out] | "6:4 5:8 In" | "Intelegent [illeg. - possibly] Intellegent"general store, mardling brothers, mardling bros, mardling family

Photograph is of a Hicks family cricket team at a match in December 1925 - Hicks vs Dudauman. We don't know who won.Black and white group photograph of cricket players, with older man in a suit on the left of the photo. Identification of the players on a separate piece of paper. This is one copy of four.hick family, dudauman

Photograph is of a Hicks family cricket team at a match in December 1925 - Hicks vs Dudauman. We don't know who won.Black and white group photograph of cricket players, with older man in a suit on the left of the photo. Identification of the players on a separate piece of paper. This is one copy of four.hick family, dudauman

Photograph is of a Hicks family cricket team at a match in December 1925 - Hicks vs Dudauman. We don't know who won.Black and white group photograph of cricket players, with older man in a suit on the left of the photo. Identification of the players on a separate piece of paper. This is one copy of four.hick family, dudauman

Black and white postcard with two oval photographs with "Greetings from Rutherglen" on a banner between them. The top photograph is a view of a riverbank with a man seated on the bank fishing and smoking a pipe. The bottom one is a picture of the Post Office in Main Street.At bottom of top photograph: "The Murray River." At bottom of bottom photograph: "Post Office." Message on back of card: "To Mr Barber with every Good Wish for a merry xmas and the Happiest of New Years. From your old friends Sam & Nellie Williams. 23/12/13."murray river, rutherglen post office, christmas greetings, sam williams, nellie williams

Black and white photograph of three women and a man in front of a fountain. Two of the women are standing on the edge of the fountain, and one of the women is seated.On back of photo: "Ready family. Mabel standing, Allie seated."ready family, mabel ready, allie ready

This note has the names of British/Australian soldiers who served in WWII written in English on both sides. Five Yuan note from the Central Bank of China. On one side there are several Chinese inscriptions and the effigy of a man with a moustache. One the other, a central image of a tree-lined avenue and the number 5, as well as English text. There are also a number of handwritten inscriptions in English on both sides in black ink.Handwritten English inscriptions of the names and service numbers of British soldiers. Not all are legible. chinese yuan