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City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Personal Effects, chamber pot, white enamel, c1950
... , ormond francis, maynard dennis, early settlers, pioneers, post..., pioneers, post world war 2 estates, plateway, White enamel chamber ...A chamber pot is a portable toilet, meant for nocturnal use in the bedroom. It was common in many cultures before the advent of indoor plumbing and flush toilets. A typical chamber pot used in City of Moorabbin c1950White enamel chamber pot c 1950chamber pots, toilets, nightcarts, iron maidens, septic tanks, sewerage, sandringham, city of moorabbin, county of bourke, moorabbin roads board, parish of moorabbin, shire of moorabbin, henry dendy's special survey 1841, were j.b. bent thomas, o'shannassy john, king richard, charman stephen, highett william, ormond francis, maynard dennis, early settlers, pioneers, post world war 2 estates, plateway, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Manufactured object, Cigar Box J.Van Maurik c1950, c1950
... , moorabbin shire, city of moorabbin, post world war 2 estates..., moorabbin shire, city of moorabbin, post world war 2 estates Lid ...This is an empty Justus Van Maurik cigar box made c1950 by appointment to the House of Lords, London and the cigars were used by George Reed who was a draftsman in City of Moorabbin c1950. c1700 The Dutch East India Company brought spices from South East Asia and tobacco from the New World to Sumatra and Java in Indonesia. 1794 Justus van Maurik Senior established a tobacco factory in the centre of Amsterdam and his son, Justus van Maurik Junior, spread the company’s fame well beyond the borders of (Holland) Netherlands as he travelled the world successfully promoting the family’s tobacco business.Dutch cigars were popular c1950 in the City of Moorabbin and Justus van Maurik Pty Ltd was a quality producer from Amsterdam , Holland (Netherlands) commencing production c1794. George Reed was a draftsman who lived in City of Moorabbin c1950 A plywood hinged cigar box Lid ; JUSTUS VAN MAURIK / BY APPOINTMENT TO / FAMOUS H T/M L SINCE 1754/ THE / HOUSE OF LORDS / IMPERIALES Inside Lid ; as above cigars, justus van maurik pty ltd., holland, amsterdam, netherlands, dutch east india company, redheads safety matches, safety matches, bryant & may pty ltd, early settlers, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, tobacco, reed george, draftsman, architect, moorabbin shire, city of moorabbin, post world war 2 estates -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Manufactured Object, Mulga wood bowl, c1950
... , mulga wood, acacia trees, boomerangs, vases, post world war 2..., post world war 2 estates, bentleigh, mckinnon, highett ...Mulga, is an Acacia shrub or small tree native to arid outback areas of Australia. It is light, easy to carve and has strength and durability It is commonly used for turned objects or small decorative items. The wood is dark brown with yellow bands and polishes well. Traditional uses included spears, clubs and boomerangs. George Reed was a draftsman who lived in Bentleigh , City of Moorabbin in mid 20th CGeorge Reed was a draftsman who lived in Bentleigh , City of Moorabbin in mid 20th C and used this Mulga wood bowl in his officeA souvenir Mulga wood bowl with metal aeroplane on the lidearly settlers, market gardeners, wood carvers, souvenirs, mulga wood, acacia trees, boomerangs, vases, post world war 2 estates, bentleigh, mckinnon, highett, cheltenham,south australia, victoria,reed george, reed gladys, clark judy, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Personal Effects electric shaver 'Philishave' c1950, c1950
... ,, early settlers, city of moorabbin, post world war 11 settlement... light bulbs After World War 11 1939-45, new estates were opened ...The Philips Company was founded in 1891, by Gerard Philips and his father Frederik Philips in Holland (Netherlands) and started the production of carbon-filament lamps and other electro-technical products in 1892. The first Philips shaver was introduced in the 1930s, and was simply called Philishave. The Philishave has remained part of the Philips product . In 2018, the independent Philips Lighting N.V. was renamed Signify N.V. However, it continues to produce and market Philips-branded products such as LED light bulbs After World War 11 1939-45, new estates were opened for housing returned soldiers in City of Moorabbin and most of the men began using the new convenient electric razors manufactured by Philips and Gillette.An electric shaver 'Philishave' c 1950 with box, shaver head protector, electrical cord and plug Box ; PHILI SHAVE / PHILIPS Trademark Shaver :PHIL / SHAVE / AW / 209230V 4030 / AC ONLY / RTM / PHILLIPS / MADE IN / AUSTRALIApersonal effects, razors, electric shavers, philips pty ltd,, early settlers, city of moorabbin, post world war 11 settlement, bentleigh, highett, cheltenham, ormond, reed george, clark judy -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Clothing, Calisthenics Uniform Bentleigh Presbyterian Church Group c1964, c1964
... , post world war 2 estates,... bentleigh, reed gladys, clark judy, post world war 2 estates ...Bentleigh Presbyterian Church Calisthenics Group was established following the popularity of physical education programs for women that began in the 19th century. Following World War 11, the population of the City of Moorabbin increased rapidly as the market gardens were divided into housing lots and sold to returned Soldiers who began to establish their families in the area. The 'Baby Boomers' were born and schools, churches, sporting clubs were overflowing with young members. Judy Clark joined this Calisthenics Group c1964 and enjoyed the exercise, companionship and presentation of displays for the local communityGladys Reed was a member of the Ormond Choral Society c 1950. who performed plays and musicals the City of Moorabbin and she was an accomplished dressmaker and made this outfit for her daughter Judy.c1964Calisthenics uniform made of white cotton sleeveless dress with side opening fastened by press studs and bloomers moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond , clothing, physical education, calisthenics, presbyrterian church bentleigh, reed gladys, clark judy, post world war 2 estates, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Craftwork, crochet wool circlet roses, c1950
... , reed gladys, clark judy clothing, actors, early settlers, post... popular in post World War 11 Moorabbin as the new settlers ...Craftwork was very popular c1950 and these crochet circles, like roses, in pink, blue, and white wool may be sewn together for a light baby wrap Craftwork, Crochet, Knitting and Sewing were all popular in post World War 11 Moorabbin as the new settlers established their homes on the previous market garden estates. Crocheted pink, blue, white wool circlet roses for a rug or baby wrapormond theatrical society, mckinnon, bentleigh, moorabbin, reed gladys, clark judy clothing, actors, early settlers, post world war 11 estates, knitting, crochetwork, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Clothing, Lady's Beige Bloomers c1950, c1950
... gardeners, post world war 2 estates, moorabbin, bentleigh , ormond... settlers, market gardeners, post world war 2 estates, moorabbin ...Gertrude Augusta "Gussy" Moran was an American tennis player who was active in the late 1940s and 1950s. Dress designer Ted Tinling created a daring ensemble for the lanky American tennis player. The white dress offered a sculpted bodice, a tight waist and an unusually short skirt. Moran asked him what would happen if the breeze blew her skirt around Tinling then gave her a pair of silk lace underwear. Women around the world were very impressed and made copies of these bloomers commonly known as 'Gorgeous Gussys'A good example of the fashion c1950 when fancy underwear became popular after tennis player Gertrude Moran wore frilly pants under her tennis skirt.A lady's beige satin bloomers with lace and elastic . Known as 'Gorgeous Gussys' clothing ,underwear, dressmaking, early settlers, market gardeners, post world war 2 estates, moorabbin, bentleigh , ormond, moran gertrude, gorgweous gussy, tinling teddy, tennis, reed gladys, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Clothing,Man's White 'Silk' Dress Scarf, c1960
... , craftwork , bentleigh, maynard dennis, post world war 2 estates ,..., maynard dennis, post world war 2 estates , Tootal Scarf / Wash ...This Man's White 'Silk' Dress Scarf, with a black and white silk fringe, was worn with a dress suit as part of the formal wear for men in City of Moorabbin c 1960 for special occasions, events and ceremonies This Man's White 'Silk' Dress Scarf was worn with a dress suit as part of the formal wear for men in City of Moorabbin c 1960 for special occasions, events and ceremonies Man's White 'Silk' Dress Scarf with a black and white silk fringe . Tootal Scarf / Wash as Silk / Men's Wear Centre / Smythes / 115 Glenhuntly Rd E'wick clothing, evening wear, dinner suits, formal wear, scarves, collars winged, tailcoats, bow ties, cheltenham, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork , bentleigh, maynard dennis, post world war 2 estates , -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Manufactured Objects, Gillette Razor and Box, c1940
... blades, post world war 11 housing estates, moorabbin, bentleigh... razor, stainless steel, razor blades, post world war 11 housing ...After the Gillette Pty Ltd made the stainless steel Safety Razor it was very popular world wide . The stainless steel box is lined with velvet and contains a stainless steel lift up protector for the razor blades.George Reed was a resident of City of MoorabbinThe Gillette Pty Ltd made the stainless steel Safety Razor c1940 and it was used by men world wide . This portable compact easy clean stainless steel kit was a practical part of men's toiletries George Reed was resident of City of Moorabbin A Gillette Pty Ltd stainless steel Safety Razor with a stainless steel box, lined with velvet and containing a stainless steel lift up protector for the razor blades Inside lid of box ; TRADE Gillette MARK / MADE IN ENGLAND gillette pty ltd. safety razor, stainless steel, razor blades, post world war 11 housing estates, moorabbin, bentleigh, mckinnon, ormond, toiletries, men's fashion, menswear,, reed george, reed gladys, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Clothing - Theatrical outfit, 2 piece for Ormond Choral Society
... , reed gladys, clark judy, clothing, actors, early settlers, post... recreation for settlers in post World War 11 City of Moorabbin ormond ...A 2 piece theatrical outfit, used by the Ormond Choral Society c 1950, which was formed by residents of the local area in order to provide artistic and musical entertainment and social activities for the community. Theatrical Societies were part of the community recreation for settlers in post World War 11 City of Moorabbin 2 piece Plum and peach coloured theatrical outfit consisting of a V shaped sleeveless top and loose, full length pants with elastic at waist worn by Ormond Choral Society for one of their productions ormond theatrical society, mckinnon, bentleigh, moorabbin, reed gladys, clark judy, clothing, actors, early settlers, post world war 11 estates, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Clothing - Theatrical outfit, jacket, pants, Ormond Choral Society, c1950
... post world war 11 estates... reed gladys clark judy post world war 11 estates city ...This Theatrical outfit was used by the Ormond Choral Society, a group of local residents who gathered for community activities and to provide entertainment for the post WW11 settlers in the new estates in Moorabbin Shire c1950 Gladys Reed was a member of the Ormond Choral Society c 1950. and these clothing props were used in the plays and musicals when performed in the the City of Moorabbin A Theatrical outfit for the Ormond Choral Society c1950 of a 3 /4 wrap around pink jacket with , 3/4 sleeves, ribbon ties and machine over sewn scalloped edges and black decoration. The full length pink pants have elastic at waist clothing, theatrical outfits, ormond choral society, musical societies, reed gladys, clark judy, post world war 11 estates, city of moorabbin, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork, bentleigh, lacework -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Manufactured Objects, 5 x Penknives, c1930
... moorabbin, bentleigh, highett, ormond, moorabbin, cheltenham, post..., moorabbin, cheltenham, post world war 2 estates, reed george, reed ...Richardson Sheffield is a major supplier of kitchen knives and scissors to the United Kingdom market. Established in 1839, the company is headquartered in Sheffield, England but the products are imported from China. It is now owned by the Dutch Amefa group A penknife is a small pocketknife consisting of a small knife with a blade which folds into the hand and often incorporates other tools such as corkscrews, tweezers These penknives c 1930 were used by George Reed who was a draftsman who lived in Bentleigh , City of Moorabbin in mid 20th C These penknives are typical of the type used by residents of City of Moorabbin c19304 x Penknives and 1 hooka) MADE / RICHARDS / SHEFFIELD / ENGLANDpenknives, cuttlery, knives, camping gear, city of moorabbin, bentleigh, highett, ormond, moorabbin, cheltenham, post world war 2 estates, reed george, reed gladys, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Personal Effects, cigarette case c1950, c1950
... morris pty ltd, post world war 2 estates, moorabbin shire... a pinch of loose cut tobacco. After World War 2 1914- 1918 tailor ...A silver plated case to hold, and protect from crushing, cigarettes in a coat pocket. A cigarette is a narrow cylinder containing tobacco, that is rolled into thin paper for smoking. "Tailor-made" in relation to cigarettes means cigarettes that have been mass-produced in a factory and usually have a filter tip inserted at the mouth piece. 'Hand-rolled' cigarettes or 'roll-your-own'. were made by the person themselves by rolling thin paper around a pinch of loose cut tobacco. After World War 2 1914- 1918 tailor made cigarettes were mass produced in large factories and were inexpensive and easy to obtain world wide. Residents of City of Moorabbin used a cigarette case like this to carry their tailor made cigarettes in their coat pocketsc1950 A silver plated cigarette case with spring hinge and metal strip inside case that holds cigarettes in place early settlers, market gardeners, silver smiths, jewellers, cigarettes, tailor made cigarettes, craven a cigarettes, phillip morris pty ltd, post world war 2 estates, moorabbin shire, bentleigh, mckinnon, highett, cheltenham, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Clothing - Lady's blouse,fitted, cutwork c1950, c1950
... , clark judy clothing, actors, early settlers, post world war 11... of the community recreation for settlers in post World War 11 City ...This fitted cotton blouse with cutwork was made and worn by Mrs Gladys Reed c 1950 whilst a resident of the City of Moorabbin c 1950Mrs Gladys Reed, a member of the Ormond Choral Society c 1950 and was an accomplished dressmaker and craftworker. Theatrical Societies were part of the community recreation for settlers in post World War 11 City of Moorabbin A white cotton fitted lady's blouse with short sleeves, cutwork bodice and flared waist.clothing, dressmaking, cutwork, needlework, ormond theatrical society, mckinnon, bentleigh, moorabbin, reed gladys, clark judy clothing, actors, early settlers, post world war 11 estates, knitting, crochetwork, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)
Functional object - Tools, Equipment, companion portable, single gas burner
... post world war 11 settlements... that became available in Moorabbin c1960 city of moorabbin post world ...Portable single gas burners were used by Moorabbin residents c 1960 when camping, travelling, picnicking or other leisure activities Portable gas burners are an example of the modern equipment that became available in Moorabbin c1960 The Companion Single Burner is designed with portability in mind featuring easy grip carry handle.city of moorabbin, post world war 11 settlements, housing estates cheltenham, moorabbin industries c1950, camping equipment, primus stoves, portable gas burners -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Postcard - PALL MALL, BENDIGO
... BENDIGO Streetscape pall mall Bendigo Post Office War Memorial ...Postcard, color. View looking north towards Post Office along west side of street. War Memorial on LH side, garden in front, iron fencing along footpath. On back of card: Bendigo, Victoria, Looking to the Post Office, Pall Mall, from Charing Cross.'Nu Color Vuebendigo, streetscape, pall mall, bendigo, post office, war memorial, pall mall -
Polish Museum & Archives in Australia
Polish CHRISTMAS pageant in Sydney
... post World War Two... world War two photograph of the Kondratowicz family ...demonstration of Polish community activityIn Sydney during their fledgeling stage immediately after world War twophotograph of the Kondratowicz family in the Sydney area. One of the very few available photographs of the beginnings of the Polish community in Sydney. Photographic document showing interaction with local clergy.photographsydney, polonia, post world war two, christmas pageant -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Booklet - There Was No Villa at Bonegilla, Mara Ronald, 1997
... Post World War 11 Migration... Bonegilla Migrant reception centre Post World War 11 Migration ...A short picture book story about experiences at Bonegilla Reception Centre near Wodonga in Victoria. Coloured illustrations,non-fictionA short picture book story about experiences at Bonegilla Reception Centre near Wodonga in Victoria. Coloured illustrations,bonegilla, migrant reception centre, post world war 11 migration -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Book - The Diggers Rest Hotel: A Charlie Berlin Mystery, Geoffrey McGeachin, 31st May 2010
... wodonga post world war 2... fiction wodonga post world war 2 A mystery novel set in Wodonga ...A mystery novel set in Wodonga, Victoria after World War 2. In 1947, two years after witnessing the death of a young Jewish woman in Poland, Charlie Berlin has rejoined the police force a different man. Sent to investigate a spate of robberies in rural Victoria, he soon discovers that World War II has changed even the most ordinary of places and people. Taking a room at the Diggers Rest Hotel in Wodonga, he sets about solving a case that no one else can – with the help of feisty, ambitious journalist Rebecca Green and rookie constable Rob Roberts, the only cop in town he can trust.fictionA mystery novel set in Wodonga, Victoria after World War 2. In 1947, two years after witnessing the death of a young Jewish woman in Poland, Charlie Berlin has rejoined the police force a different man. Sent to investigate a spate of robberies in rural Victoria, he soon discovers that World War II has changed even the most ordinary of places and people. Taking a room at the Diggers Rest Hotel in Wodonga, he sets about solving a case that no one else can – with the help of feisty, ambitious journalist Rebecca Green and rookie constable Rob Roberts, the only cop in town he can trust.mystery fiction, wodonga post world war 2 -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Administrative record (collection) - Documents relating to house in Warrnambool, 1951
... Warrnambool Housing Post World War Two... in the early 1950s. Warrnambool Housing Post World War Two ...Collection maintained by daughter of original owner.Historical reasonsCollection of items in folder in chronological orderCorrespondence from Government and legal sourceswarrnambool housing post world war twowarrnambool housing post world war two -
National Wool Museum
Textile - Dress
... of A: Ministry of Post War Construction Report c1945 "Wool"... lace dress. Photograph from C of A: Ministry of Post War ...Long coffee coloured wool lace evening gown with long sleeves and train. According to the donor (see correspondence in supp. file), this gown was made from Australian wool woven in Bradford and made up in Paris. It was given to the Melbourne Legacy Wives Association by Mr Ken Clarke (former head of the Wool Board and a Legatee) for use in a parade of garments by the Legacy Wives Association. This particular gown won an award (Wool Award/Gown of the Year?) in c.1957 and was on display in the window of the Georges department store in Melbourne.Long coffee coloured wool lace evening gown with long sleeves and train. Slip under coffee coloured lace dress. Detail of bodice of coffee coloured lace dress. Photograph from C of A: Ministry of Post War Construction Report c1945 "Wool"AC / AUST WOOL BOARDfashion, australian wool board, lace -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Suitcase, 1940's
... Property of the Hermann Family. (post war lock from Germany)... Tatura the-murray Property of the Hermann Family. (post war lock ...Property of the Hermann Family. (post war lock from Germany)Large rectangular wooden (painted) hessian covered suitcase with weather covered metal handle and metal edging and 8 corners- studded.Friedr. Herrmannsuitcase, aberle g & e, hermann family, tatura, ww2, camp 3, personal, effects, travel, goods -
Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre
Gas Mask, c1950s 1960s
... The white rubber mask indicates it is a post war / cold war... grampians The white rubber mask indicates it is a post war / cold ...The white rubber mask indicates it is a post war / cold war production.Post war production item . Commonly used as dress up or cosplay attire Gas Mask kit complete in carry canister. Includes screw on steel filter canister, cleaning rag. Mask is made from white rubber with glass eye pieces. Drager 65G -
Montmorency/Eltham RSL Sub Branch
Tool - Wire Cutters and Pouch
... Late WW2 or early post-war wire-cutters with webbing pouch... View Road Montmorency melbourne Late WW2 or early post-war wire ...Late WW2 or early post-war wire-cutters with webbing pouchKhaki webbing pouch containing a pair of steel wire cutters Wire Cutters marked M R Lwire-cutters, webbing pouch -
Greensborough Historical Society
Margarine container, Provincial Traders Pty Ltd, Dixibelle table margarine, 1960c
... Dixibelle was a common brand of margarine during post-war... of margarine during post-war twentieth century dixibelle margarine ...Dixibelle was a common brand of margarine during post-war twentieth centuryPale green plastic box with white plastic lidDixibelle Table Margarine 1 lb. net, manufactured by Provincial Traders Pty Ltd Australia, moulded into box. Provincial Traders ceased operations on 17/10/1979 in when taken over by Henry Jones (IXL) Limited.dixibelle margarine -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room
Codes R/T Slidex, 1940's
... Used during World War 2 and by the Regiment in post war... in post war training Radio ZAA 0532, CODES R/T SLIDEX , GOVT ARROW ...Used during World War 2 and by the Regiment in post war trainingFolding case. This contains, on the right, a pocket in which are kept code cards, cursors etc. On the left is an aluminium frame for holding the code card when in use, and also two metal channels, one across the top and one down the left side, in which cursors slide. A clip is provided in the centre fold to hold message pads. Inclusions comprise code cards for Ops/Sigs, Med, RAA, RAE,AEME, Air, Q(a), 3 long and 3 short cursors., Instruction Card - "Seven steps to Slidex" and 8 page brochure "Instructions for the use of Slidex RT Code. ZAA 0532, CODES R/T SLIDEX , GOVT ARROWradio -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Domestic object - Cigarette Lighter
... Found at Camp 13 POW site post war by Wartime guard... Tatura the-murray Found at Camp 13 POW site post war by Wartime ...Found at Camp 13 POW site post war by Wartime guardMetal cigarette lighter, no stopper in base. No igniter on the top.cigarette lighter, camp 13 -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Button - metal
... Found at POW Camp 13 site post war by wartime guard... Tatura the-murray Found at POW Camp 13 site post war by wartime ...Found at POW Camp 13 site post war by wartime guardRound metal button with bar across the centre. on the back "Superior" qualitymetal button, military uniform accessories -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Domestic object - Glass Bottle, Bottle
... Found at Camp 13 site post war by wartime camp guard... Tatura the-murray Found at Camp 13 site post war by wartime camp ...Found at Camp 13 site post war by wartime camp guardGlass cylindrical bottle. Summit Ague mixture, registered no. 3159.Summit Ague Mixture India. IFD Co. Made in Germanymedicine, medicine bottle, camp 13 glass bottles, mr darley -
Slovenian Association Melbourne
Confirmation, St Vid, Podnanos, photo, Confirmation, St Vid, Podnanos
... 1st post war confirmation ( St. Vid ) Podnanos, Markic... melbourne 1st post war confirmation ( St. Vid ) Podnanos, Markic ...1st post war confirmation ( St. Vid ) Podnanos, Markic childrenBlack and white photoconfirmation markic children