Certificate. The Institute of Municipal Administration incorporated 1936 Australia. This is to certify that Leslie John Ellison has been duly admitted as an Associate of the Victorian division of the Municipal Administrration Incorporated. In witness wherof we have hereunto set our hands and the seal of the Insitute. This 16th day of September, 1966. Signed by the President, Secretary, Divisional President and Divisional Secretary.organization, government, insitute of municipal administration

Clothing. All-over beading means that this is quite a heavy little bag. Rectangular in shape with rounded corners on the bottom, and diagonally cut at the top corners, the bag has a zipper closure, a small 5 cm long beaded loop attaches to the zipper for ease of opening and closing. Lined with cream satin, there is an 11 cm long pocket in one side, containing a small mirror (7.5 x 5 cms). A small piece of confetti may indicate that this bag was used at Aileen and John's marriage. Beads cover the entire bag - on the front they are sewn in a swirling looped and floral design.costume accessories, female, pearl beaded clutch bag

Clothing. Long pointed sleeves, fastened with one press-stud at the wrist. Full circular skirt, lined with cream, synthetic lace type fabric. Fabric of the gown is a small floral type design,in a corded style, on a fine net backing. Sleeves are not lined. Back upper bodice has a lining in a double thread net. The sweetheart neckline is edged with a fine tulle frill. Bustline panels gathered top and bottom, and joins a peaked midriff panel, 15.5 cm deep at the centre bustline. Skirt is highly gathered to this panel, at the waistline, is a full circle and extends into a small train at the back. A small 23 cm zip on the left side seam.A KEAM Creation, Regd. Melbourne.costume, female ceremonial, ivory corded lace wedding gown

Clothing. Curved headpiece in net, on a wire frame, with an elastic cord to pass round the back of the head, to hold in place. Frame has two scallops, giving the effect of a heart shape. Frame covered in net, and decorated with waxed orange blossoms and buds, and small waxed leaves.costume, female ceremonial, wedding headpiece

Clothing. Tulle veil, with a scalloped edge, outlined with chain stitch silk embroidery. The four corners have elaborate silk, chain-stitch embroidery in a floral design. Petals of two large flowers in each corner are appliquéd silk, also outlined with the chain-stitch embroidery. From a photo supplied by the donor, it would appear that this veil was worn around the shoulders, and extending to the hipline. A very long veil was then worn over the top, and seems to be a similar length as the wedding gown train. (This veil is not in the donation to BHS).costume, female ceremonial, wedding veil

Clothing. All-over beading, means that this is quite a heavy little bag.Rectangular in shape, with rounded corners on the bottom, and diagonally cut at the top corners. The bag has a zipper closure, a small 5 cm long beaded loop, attaches to the zipper for ease of opening and closing. Lined with cream satin, there is an 11 cm long pocket in one side, containing a small mirror (7.5 cm x 5 cms). A small piece of confetti inside may, indicate that this bag was used at Aileen and John's marriage. Beads cover the entire bag - on the front, they are sewn in a swirling looped and floral design.costume, female, pearl beaded clutch bag

Clothing. A length-364 cms long of beautiful cream coloured silk satin ribbon, 4.5 cms wide, and finished with a picot hem stitched edge on each side. Possibly used as a vehicle decoration on the wedding vehicle of Aileen and John.costume, female, length of silk ribbon

Clothing. A cardboard horseshoe shape, covered in 1.3 cm wide cream textured ribbon. Ribbon is wound round the shape and stitched into position at the open ends of the horseshoe. A small sprig of waxed orange blossom, four buds, and two leaves decorate the horseshoe at the top. A 34.5 cms long loop is attached under the orange blossom, to hang from the bride's arm. this loop is fastened with a bow, just above the horse-shoe.costume, female, wedding horse shoe

Clothing. Cream ribbon, 4 cms wide, has been gathered along the edges, to cover a cardboard horse shoe shape, which is decorated with a ribbon rosette, and three waxed lily of the valley flowers.costume, female, wedding horse shoe

A 12 pages pictorial liftout published in 1989 by the Bendigo Advertiser as part of Bendigo: a capital city. the liftout as pictures from the early days, the changes in Charing Cross, an article on Pall Mall, Bendigo's beautiful historic landmarks, pictures worth a thousand words and an article on Miss Madge Welsh first lady of the Capital.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, pictorial liftout

A copy of a 12 pages souvenir insert from the Bendigo Advertiser dedicated to the Shamrock Hotel. Several articles recount the history of the hotel from the beginnings to the latest renovations.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, shamrock hotel

The Gazette Shamrock hotel souvenir supplement of Wednesday, April 8, 1981. Various articles on the history of the Shamrock.newspaper, bendigo, the gazette, shamrock hotel

Bendigo Advertiser from Monday, October 25, 1976. On the front page: an article on the Bendigo agricultural show, a photo of Stanhope Apex club members Ron Luker and Kerryn Patten putting the last two European carps into a drum and article - 4 tonnes of fish, Stanhope stabs carp and law. Another article on a total eclipse of the sun and one on a Lady Godiva doing her thing in Echuca. It is the full paper (10 pages).newspaper, bendigo advertiser, stanhope

Four pages of the Bendigo Advertiser from Saturday, April 13, 1968. On back page 4 an article and three photos on the demolition of the manse of St Andrew's Presbyterian church in Myers street. On page 3 an article and two photos on the scouts annual Hoadlley Hide, this year the theme was 'gold fever'.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, various articles

Bendigo advertiser from Friday, April 10, 1964. On the front page two photos and an article 'Axedale receives piped water after 19 year struggle' one photo shows the State opposition leader Mr. Stoneham operating a drinking fountain at the opening of the Axedale water reticulation system. At right the Minister for water supply Mr. Mibus. Others in the picture are: from left Councillors T. H. Grigg and J. Mills of Strathfieldsaye Shire and Mr. L. J. Ellison chairman of the Axedale Water trust. The other photo show Minister Mibus meeting with local children.newspaper, bendigo advertiser, axedale

The Argus from Wednesday, June 7, 1944. The paper has 16 pages. On the front page: Invasion begins well, massed landing from air and on the beaches. In pencil same names J. M. Shaw (?) A. Douglas (?), Brew (?), Higgins (?), Henry (?)newspaper, argus, ww ii

An Education Department, Victoria. Cover for Attendance Roll and Examination Register. in pen on the cover the number 33336 and Benet (?) N. Jordan C/o Bendigo Fire building, View street, Bendigo. Stuck on the inside a preliminary preparation for inspection list signed by W. F. R. Budge (inspector of Schools). The folder is empty.school, history, education

A special from the Bendigo Advertiser on birthplace of a Nation' issued Wednesday, September 23, 1992. This special issue has 100 pages. On the cover a colour photograph of the monument erected by citizens of Australia to honour the memory of Sir John Quick LLD 1852-1932. Lawyer, Statesman, Judge. Qui Patitur Vincet. Cover story: Sir John Quick (pages 2/26) - The Arts (pages 30/31) - Tourist Time (page32) - Water of Life (pages 38/40) - Snaps in Time (pages 45/56) - The Chinese (pages 62/65) - Education (pages83/89) - The Aged (pages 94/100).newspaper, bendigo advertiser, centenary supplements

Clothing. Made in England by Bally, cream satin with a 5 cm high heel. Beautifully shaped rounded toe, and oval shaped front opening. Fully lined with fabric and leather. Heel area lined with cream kid leather. Hand marked inside heel ; H 3250916 823(possibly identifying style and maker). Still in original box: on box ''Carolz''9, possibly name of style. A6415 White Satin Pump Last 1381 8 1/2BBally Made in England. ( Even a piece of confetti inside the box and in one shoe).Bally England - gold lettering enclosed in a double ring, gold oval shaped logo. On sole 8 1/2 B. FABRIC UPPERS RESIN SOLE, MADE IN ENGLAND.costume accessories, female, cream satin ladies bridal shoes

Clothing. Shaped gathered 'bra-like' bodice, joins a peak midriff panel. 1.3 cm satin ribbon straps over the shoulders. Skirt is permanently pleated nylon with a 10 cm deep woven lace edging, woven into the fabric. A 3 cm wide band of nylon lace insert, outlines the top front of the bodice.costume, female, ladies white nylon nightie

Clothing. Pink satin, flat-shaped crown, with a flat pink satin bow across the back. Pleated pink velvet and satin, are alternately swathed around the crown. A slightly raised peak at the centre front, to from the face. LIned with black fabric, with an oval centre, and pleated around the oval, to line the sides.costume accessories, female, pink and velvet hat

Clothing. ''Dusty pink'' nylon gloves- ''Bracelet'' length.Two rows of zig zag stitching, one at either side of glove, holds a 3 mm wide elastic, 10 cm long (one on a side seam, and one just above the thumb). one cm wide gussets of fabric in between each finger.DENTS, NYLON, MADE IN AUSTRALIA.costume accessories, female, ladies pink nylon gloves

Clothing. Possibly, a cardboard horse shoe shape, covered in 3 cm wide satin ribbon. On the face of the horse shoe 1.2 cm wide satin ribbon has been ruched to give a ''zig zag'' effect. A loop of the 1.2 cm wide ribbon, 20.5 cm long, would pass over the wrist. A small 1.2 cm X 2.5 cm piece of card has been stitched to the back of the horse shoe, with the words,''with love from Grandma''.On card stitched to back of horse shoe: ''With love from Grandma''.costume accessories, female, satin ribbon horse shoe

Cardboard or plastic horse shoe shape wrapped in white satin ribbon. The face of the horse shoe is covered in pleated two - edged cotton lace 3 cm wide. A small silk flower, with stamen at the centre trims the lower edge of the horse shoe. A silk ribbon bow sits at the top of the horse shoe, with a 17 cm long wrist loop.wedding, accessories, wedding horse shoe

Clothing. Cardboard frame, covered with closely gathered tulle, which forms a frill on both edges of the frame. Two satin and organza, five patelled flowers decorate the horse shoe - one on either side of the lower edges. Two silk ribbon leaves are decorative on each side of the face of the horse shoe. A 5 mm wide ribbon is attached with a bow at the top and a 25 cm long loop to wear over the bride's arm.costume accessories, female, tulle covered horse shoe

Clothing. Cardboard shape, covered in gathered satin ribbon, and edged with 1.5 cm floral patterned lace.Two silk organza flowers, with six tiny pearls at their centre, trim the lower edges of the horse shoe. One on either side. These have been glued in place, and cover a metal staple, which secures the ribbon in place.''Good Luck'' to you both, love Carol and Maurie. (written on paper and attached to the back with a pin).costume accessories, female, satin ribbon and lace wedding horse shoe

Clothing. Gathered satin ribbon covered horse shoe with a 1cm wide satin ribbon bow at the top of the horse shoe. A .5 cm wide, 16 cm long ribbon loop attaches to the top of the horse shoe shape. A satin petalled flower trims each side of the lower edge.costume accessories, female, satin ribbon covered horse shoe

Clothing. 2 cm wide, blue satin ribbon, edged with 1.5 cm wide, blue lace with a floral design, covers the elastic. Satin ribbon 1 cm wide is tied in a bow, with a folded ''extra tails''.costume accessories, female, blue satin ribbon and lace garter

Four cards "A step in the right direction" Use your cents Save in your school bank account, with the compliments of The State saving Bank of Victoria - Your Bank. There is a picture of the school bank pass-book and a child rolling a 20 cents piece toward the passbook, four 20 cents pieces are under the schoolboy right foot. The cards are printed in blue, black, grey and white. The cards are all the same.organisation, bank, state savings bank of victoria

Three cards "A step in the right direction" Use your cents Save in your school bank account, with the compliments of The State saving Bank of Victoria - Your Bank. There is a picture of the school bank pass-book and a child rolling a 20 cents piece toward the passbook, four 20 cents pieces are under the schoolboy right foot. The cards are printed in blue, red and white. The cards are all the same.organisation, bank, state savings bank of victoria