Kew Historical Society Since its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file containing information about Graeme Lindsay. File includes photograph of him wearing Commonwealth Games Baton Relay uniform (2006); and a Management Committee list of KHS showing his position as honorary treasurer and indicating his achievements, awards and membership of organisations in Kew. The collection includes numerous photographs of Graeme who was instrumental in KHS activities and its exhibition program. graeme lindsaygraeme lindsay

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file containing information about Local Government Restructure in Victoria. The file includes Government reports - Restructure of Local Government in Victoria: Options paper for Eastern Melbourne segment ((June 1986) - flyers, and correspondence from and to KHS and the City of Kew and Prue Sibree.local government -- victoria, local government restructure, local government -- kew (vic.), prue sibree, city of kew, council amalgamationslocal government -- victoria, local government restructure, local government -- kew (vic.), prue sibree, city of kew, council amalgamations

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file containing information about Grace Lock, photographer. Grace Lock (1902 – 1995) was an early member of the Australian Photographic Society (APS). The file includes copies of notes supplied by Eva Grant (KHS) and assorted newspaper articles.grace lock, australia -- photographersgrace lock, australia -- photographers

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file containing information about the Lovell family. Included in the file is an obituary of Richard Robert Lovell, first professor of Medicine at the University of Melbourne. richard robert lovell, professors -- faculty of medicine -- university of melbournerichard robert lovell, professors -- faculty of medicine -- university of melbourne

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file containing information about Joseph Lush of Moubray, Lush and Co, an earlier European landowner in Kew, initially in Studley Park Road. The file contains a copy of his last will and testament, which include information about his property - Walmer House - in Walmer Street, Kew.joseph lush, walmer house -- walmer street -- kew (vic.)joseph lush, walmer house -- walmer street -- kew (vic.)

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users) Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing information about the Lyonhouse Museum in Cotham Road, Kew. The file contains newspaper articles about the museum, its establishment in a residential area and the reactions of the community.house museums -- kew (vic), lyonhouse museumhouse museums -- kew (vic), lyonhouse museum

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users) Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing information about Robin Madden 'Dancing Man' who regularly 'performed' outside the Kew Hotel (aka Clifton Hotel) at Kew Junction. The file contains newspaper articles about his dancing and the desire of members of the community to erect a statue to his memory. robin madden, kew junction, dancing manrobin madden, kew junction, dancing man

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users) Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing information about the Kew Branch of the MUIOOF. The file contains a number of primary and secondary sources, including a trifold syllabus for the first half of 1908 with accompanying advertisements for tradespeople in Kew. There are also newspaper articles from the 'Kew Mercury', items of correspondence, an invitation to a Ladies Night and a Report on the MUIOOF Yarra Yarra Lodge Honour Roll (Board?). The MUIOOF Yarra Yarra Lodge Honour Board is part of the physical collection of KHS. muioof -- kew (vic.), honour boards -- kew (vic.), friendly societies -- kew (vic.), union street -- kew (vic.), manchester unity international order of forestersmuioof -- kew (vic.), honour boards -- kew (vic.), friendly societies -- kew (vic.), union street -- kew (vic.), manchester unity international order of foresters

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing information about former Masonic Lodges in Kew (Vic.). The main Lodge was located in Walpole Street, Kew, next to the former Municipal Library and former Kew Town Hall (now the site of a Woolworths supermarket). The file contains information and images. It specifically includes an invitation card to a birthday party at the Masonic Lodge, an article criticising the City of Kew's decision to demolish the Masonic Temple in Walpole Street, and an image of the Temple. masonic lodges -- kew (vic), masonic temple -- walpole street --- kew (vic.), copy shop -- walpole street -- kew (vic.), walpole street (kew), marshall slatterymasonic lodges -- kew (vic), masonic temple -- walpole street --- kew (vic.), copy shop -- walpole street -- kew (vic.), walpole street (kew), marshall slattery

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing information about Georgiana McCrae and her family. (Note that there were a number of McCrae families in Kew, including a Cr McCrae, no relation.) The file includes an article from National Trust News (1988) on Georgiana MCCrae's life, the catalogue of the Museum and Hall at the McCrae Homestead, and a letter from Barbara McCrae (perhaps unrelated), a member who moved from Kew to Hawthorn & could not attend meetings. (Note that the Reference Library includes the journal of GM and that one of the Eva Grant albums includes photographs of her house in Abbotsford.georgiana mccrae, mccrae homestead, adam lindsay gordongeorgiana mccrae, mccrae homestead, adam lindsay gordon

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing information about the McDonald's fast food franchise in High Street, Kew. The file contains a number of primary and secondary sources including newspaper cuttings, planning objections, correspondence between KHS, the City of Kew, the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources etc. The file also includes copies of the plans for the proposed restaurant. mcdonalds fast food franchises, mcdonalds restaurant -- kew (vic.), administrative affairs tribunalmcdonalds fast food franchises, mcdonalds restaurant -- kew (vic.), administrative affairs tribunal

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing primary and secondary sources relevant to the MacDowell family. The earliest material dates to 1910 and includes a catechism booklet. The file also includes a wedding photograph.macdowell familymacdowell family

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing primary and secondary sources relevant to the McIntyre family of Kew, and in particular to the involvement of architects Peter and Dione McIntyre in the activities of the Kew Historical Society. This file contains numerous newspaper articles and documents relating to their professional achievements and community involvement. Both Peter and Dione were descended from significant Kew families. Many items donated by them are included in the collection. Both were instrumental in the campaign to Save the Kew Court House. peter mcintyre, dione mcintyre, mcintyre family -- kew (vic.), architects -- kew (vic.), national trust of victoria, kew court housepeter mcintyre, dione mcintyre, mcintyre family -- kew (vic.), architects -- kew (vic.), national trust of victoria, kew court house

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing primary and secondary sources relevant to the history of the McKnight family whose ancestors - James & Eliza Tucker - emigrated from Ireland. James Tucker was a farmer who died in 1913. The file includes correspondence between Susan Bright and KHS.mcknight family -- kew (vic.), james tucker, eliza tucker, ellen mcknight, james mcknight, families -- kew (vic.)mcknight family -- kew (vic.), james tucker, eliza tucker, ellen mcknight, james mcknight, families -- kew (vic.)

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing material about Gwen McWilliam, who worked as a foundation member of the Hawthorn Historical Society, wrote histories about Hawthorn (and other parts of Boroondara), and acted as a tour guide in her local area. Included in the file are newspaper articles which recount her fight to retain a garden they cultivated on her nature strip, biographical information and advice about undertaking family history research.gwen mcwilliam, local history -- boroondara, local history reserachgwen mcwilliam, local history -- boroondara, local history reserach

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing primary and secondary sources relevant to the Meals on Wheels Service delivered through the Elderly Citizens Centre initially by the City of Kew and subsequently by the City of Boroondara. In addition to sundry newspaper clippings the file includes a list of drivers and a large pamphlet giving instructions to drivers about delivery. The collection also includes a number of additional items relating to the service.kew elderly citizens centre, meals on wheels, kew senior citizens, beverley piperkew elderly citizens centre, meals on wheels, kew senior citizens, beverley piper

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing primary and secondary sources relevant to the history of medical practice in Kew. The file contains a diverse range of documents about doctors who practised in Kew, a vaccination certificate, profiles of medical practitioners published in the media, and letters from doctors to patients. spanish influenza, medical practitioners -- kew (vic.), doctors -- kew (vic.), vaccination certificates, eric toft, david hill, michael carr-gregg, gregory whelan, prof david horgan, gustav nossal, j.g. mcmahonspanish influenza, medical practitioners -- kew (vic.), doctors -- kew (vic.), vaccination certificates, eric toft, david hill, michael carr-gregg, gregory whelan, prof david horgan, gustav nossal, j.g. mcmahon

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Subject file created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society containing primary and secondary sources relevant to the membership of the Society. The file contains random pieces of information about members contained in newspaper cuttings. There is also correspondence regarding membership arrangements. The most important parts of the file is a printed list of office bearers, and some member profiles.kew historical society -- memberskew historical society -- members

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example. Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)Robert Gordon Menzies was a State and later Federal politician who was for many years, the member for Kooyong, and also Prime Minister of Australia. This is a large file with varied pieces of information about his life and career. It includes biographical information and details about the houses in Kew in which he lived at various stages of his life. The earliest item in the file is an electoral roll from 1911. A number of items of correspondence relate to the bust of Menzies that is located opposite the Kew Library in the Petrie Reserve. Other items include letters of condolence to and condolence cards from the family. The collection additionally and separately holds many photographs of Menzies and a recording of his speech at the 1960 Centenary Dinner.robert gordon menzies, australian prime ministers, politicians -- kew (vic.), electorate of kooyongrobert gordon menzies, australian prime ministers, politicians -- kew (vic.), electorate of kooyong

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example.Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)The former Kew Methodist Church is located in Highbury Grove, Kew. This subject file was created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society. It contains primary and secondary sources relevant to the former Methodist Church (now Uniting Church). The file includes original booklets produced by the Church celebrating its history and a hymn sheet used during the Church's jubilee. There are also sundry newspaper cuttings. churches -- kew (vic.), methodist churches -- melbourne -- victoria, highbury grovechurches -- kew (vic.), methodist churches -- melbourne -- victoria, highbury grove

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example.Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)The Methodist Ladies' College was founded in 1882, and is located on the corner of Barkers and Glenferrie Roads. This subject file was created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society. It contains primary and secondary sources relevant to the history of the school. The file contains booklets, correspondence, publications and newspaper articles. Included in these is: a history of the school from 1882-1921, a student handbook from 1882, a prize and honour list from 1892, a copy of a talk on the school given by Gwen McWilliam in 1981, and information about the opening of the Science Block in 1951. Some sections of the file deal with planning issues such as the demolition of 74 Glenferrie Road and various reports and correspondence relating to this and other planning issues. methodist ladies' college -- kew (vic.), private schools -- kew (vic.)methodist ladies' college -- kew (vic.), private schools -- kew (vic.)

Kew Historical SocietySince its foundation in 1958, members of the Kew Historical Society have been compiling and storing information about subjects relating to the history of Kew and its environs, of which this file is an example.Arranged by Secondary Values (value of records to users)This subject file was created by researchers of the Kew Historical Society. It contains primary and secondary sources relevant to Leopoldine (Poldi) Mimovich, a sculptor who lived at 31 Miller Grove. The file contains correspondence and newspaper articles. Included in these is an article from the Herald (1988) and an article about a house fire. Various sculptures by her are located in the Alexandra Gardens and in the Kew Library. The file lists these and identifies their location.leopoldine mimovich, artists -- kew (vic.), australian sculptorsleopoldine mimovich, artists -- kew (vic.), australian sculptors

Various PartiesReference, Research, InformationSecondary Values (KHS Imposed Order)Subject file on ‘Fairyland’, 57 Malmsbury Street, Kew. Fairyland, when owned by the Tabulos was a noted local, state, national and international tourist attraction. The grandparents of the historian Dorothy Rogers had originally owned the house. The file contains a copy of Rogers’ history of the house. The file also contains sundry newspaper articles/clippings, correspondence between KHS and the City of Boroondara relating to heritage protection, personal email correspondence (not for distribution), poetry, research documents including timelines, and colour and black and white photographs (donated by Betty Morgan, Matt Dickerson, et al). Primary sources included in the file include photocopies of Jim Tabulo’s War records and Jim and Grace Tabulo’s wedding certificate. The Tabulos collected and displayed in their garden many items of porcelain, pictures etc. The file contains a copy of a document/booklet on the British Royal family that once formed part of the Fairyland Collection.kew (vic) - history, fairyland - 57 malmsbury street (kew), jim tabulo, grace tabulo, mrs warboys, william lowe, henrietta lowe, dorothy rogers, arthur spruzen, william coucherkew (vic) - history, fairyland - 57 malmsbury street (kew), jim tabulo, grace tabulo, mrs warboys, william lowe, henrietta lowe, dorothy rogers, arthur spruzen, william coucher

Belle and Harry Rothwell moved to Research in 1958. Bell joined the play-reading group that developed into Eltham Little Theatre. Contents Newspaper Article: "Vivacious Belle's death a sad loss"; Diamond Valley News, 30 October 1984.Newspaper clippings, A4 photocopies, etcharry rothwell, belle rothwell, eltham little theatre

Claud Notman served on the Ballarat College council 1958 - 1973. An old Geelong College collegian he wrote several books relating to the history of Skipton. This book indexes the families or individual associated with Ballarat College from its earliest beginnings. Small hardback bookHandwritten on endpage: From Skips Bookshelves / 30/3/1992 / to the young folks of the future Handwritten on inside flyleaf: Claud Notman / 10/10/81 Handwritten on title page: For, the boys of today, / to learn of the, hard times / of years ago / Skipper / 24/4/1993 / Boys noteclaud notman, sheep industry -- victoria -- western district -- history.

Cleckheaton, Yorkshire, set up a spinning mill in Tatura in 1958 (Shepparton 1949) for approx. 30 years. When closing down some items were given away. These were given to Mr and Mrs A. Knee. The mill employed many locals.8 spinning looms, wooden. Long with metal caps on ends (like tyres). Appear like heavy duty cotton reelswool mills tatura victoria, cleckheat wool mill, spinning looms