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Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Telford Family Brick Home in Scallan Street Stawell
Telford Family Brick Home in Scallan Street. Possibly 1886. Now No 29 Scallan Telford family had business Hay Provisions and General Grocer main Street Stawellstawell -
Orbost & District Historical Society
black and white photograph, first half 20th century
The pumpkin in this photograph was an award winner and was grown by Fred Mundy Snr. It weighed 194 lbs (approx. 88 kgs). Pumpkins were grown widely on Orbost farms and used to feed pigs. There was usually a competition for the heaviest or biggest pumpkin at the annual Orbost agricultural Show.This photograph is associated with the history of pumpkin growing in the Orbost district.A small black / white photograph of man with three children sitting in a hollowed out pumpkin in water. An Australian flag is on the left side of the pumpkin.on back - "Alec Cameron, Mr Fred Mundy" ; "Record pumpkin - Mr Fred Mundy 194lbs"mundy-fred pumpkins-orbost -
Orbost & District Historical Society
black and white photograph, January 1, 1897
This photograph shows Mr John Bird ( 3rd from left) ; Mr John Gilbert and Mr Lance Herbert among others having a picnic at the popular beach paddock at Old Station, Corringle, on January 1, 1897. Late in 1857 Mr Thomas T. Stirling took over Corringle Run ("Corringle" means "shallow water"). Mr Stirling and his family came from the wester district - Winchelsea. He settled at the Old Station. A few people were employed at the Orbost Stationb and there was settlement on the Orbost flats, Mr T. T. Stirling held the land from Lake Tyrers to Bemm River as a cattle run. About 1888 he became Secretary of the new Tambo Shire.This photograph is a portrait of rural life in the late 19th century. It is an insight into the dress, manners and activities of the first settlers of Orbost.Two copies of a black / white photograph of a group of men and women picnicking on the sand under tall trees.on back - "Beach Paddock - Old Station -1897" with a list of namesold-station-orbost rural-family-life -
Orbost & District Historical Society
sign, original - 1898
The first meeting to form an Agricultural society in Orbost was convened by the then Orbost Progress Association and held in the Mechanics Hall on Saturday, 10th October 1891. Its first show was held on 3rd March 1904...on a site alongside the Bonang Road where the present Golf Club stands. It is currently held at the Recreation Reserve at Newmerella. Ref: In Times Gone By-Deborah Hall Prior to the Orbost Agricultural Society 's Annual Show these smaller shows were held in the Mechanics' institute hall.This item is associated with the Orbost Agricultural Society 's Annual Show which has been a major event in Orbost for over a centuryA faded copy of a large paper sign used for advertising the sixth annual Autumn Show for Thursday, March 3, 1898. It has a list of prizes to be awarded and advertising of sponsors.annual-show agricultural-society -
Orbost & District Historical Society
black and white photograph, C1890
This photo shows people at the running of the Orbost Cup in 1890s. The Orbost Race Club was founded in 1890. Many early members were: George Morgan, James Cowell, J. Farquhar, J. Cameron, L. Herbert, S. J. Lynn, Arch. Rodwell, J. Ashby, A. W. McLeod, W. Middleton, W. Archer, J. Pleydell and J. Drew. The races were conducted on a course laid out in a paddock of Mr James Cowell at Jarrahmond. (info. from Newsletter HISTORY OF ORBOST) This item is associated with horse racing in early Orbost.A black / white photograph of a large group of men, women and children at an outing in a bush setting with a large flat area. They appear to be watching an event. Many of the women are holding opened large umbrellas. It is on a grey buff card.horse-racing-orbost orbost-race-club -
Orbost & District Historical Society
black and white photograph, 1919
Ian and Jean McDonald were the children of Mr and Mrs Norman McDonald of 42 Gladstone Street, Orbost. This photograph was taken in late January, 1919 on Jean's first day at school.. It was taken at the home of John Rowe, the former headmaster of Orbost Primary School. He was then living opposite the school. Norman Alexander McDonald was a book-keeper at Macarthur‟s and was very musical. He was proprietor of the Capitol Cafe, Nicholson Street, Orbost, selling the business to Mr Coad on 4th December 1947. This photograph record an important event in the life of an Orbost family in the early 20th century.A black / white photograph of two young children, a boy and a girl, sitting on the verandah of a house.mcdonald-ian mcdonald-jean education-orbost -
Koroit & District Historical Society
Crowe Family
Prominent Early Family of KoroitRobert Crowe held several positions of note in Koroit's early developmentPhotocopy -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Tom Vickers in family group, 1980s
Tom Vickers in family group.Tom Vickers was a prominent member of the community and a local pharmacist.Digital copy of colour photographvickers family, tom vickers -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Franklin family early 1950s, 1950s
Photograph of the Franklin family in the 1950s.Digital copy of black and white photograph.franklin family -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Franklin family home, 1950s
Photograph of the Franklin family home.Digital copy of black and white photograph.franklin family -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Document - England's Bombers and No longer Mine tow songs written by Dulcie Maggs, : Songs and sheet music entitled" England's Bombers" and" No Longer Mine" written by Dulcie Maggs of Ringwood, Victoria. Maggs Family Collection
Included in the Maggs Family Collection4 pages three of music . Words and music by Dulcie Maggs .2 original copies and one later photocopy. One copy of Arthur H. Stockwell Ltd. "Elms Court", Ilfracombe ,N.Devon Made in England. Price 2/- Net. -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Randle Family Portrait 1913
Randle Family Group 1913. stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Rees Family c1895 -- Studio Portrait
Portrait - Rees Family c1895stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Wehl Family 1914-1916
Wehl Family 1914-16stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Davies Family -- 10 Photos
Ten photographs of Davies Familystawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mr Charles Hays & Mrs Magaret Hays nee Unknown with their family -- Studio Portrait
Margaret and Charles Hays Familystawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mr Tom Goldsworthy & Family -- Studio Portrait
Portrait - Tom Goldsworthy & Familystawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Portrait - Illig Family Group 1906 -- Studio Portrait
Portrait - Illig Family 1906stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Dalziel Family c1900’s -- Studio Portrait
Dalziel Family c1900’sstawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Archibald Family Home in Pomonal
Archibald Family Home Pomonalhouses -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Rees Family c1895 -- Studio Portrait
Portrait - Rees Family c1895stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Hutchings Family Group Photo c1866
Hutchings Family Group c1866stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mr Charles Alfred Akins & Family -- Studio Portrait
C.A. Akins & Family Portrait.stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mr A Oliver & family group c1930
Family group A Oliver c1930stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Wehl Family in Halls Gap
Wehl Family - Halls Gapstawell -
Orbost & District Historical Society
black and white photograph, 1. 12. 1973
This photograph was published in the Snowy River Mail on November 27 1974. "Shoppers in Nicholson Street, Orbost, have been treated to band music each Saturday morning when members of Orbost Municipal Band have rendered items in the shopping centre. Members, both senior and junior, are pictured here as they prepare instruments for a recital on a sunny Saturday." The photograph was taken by Peter Fagg in Nicholson Street on the corner of Wolseley Street on Saturday morning 1.12.1973. The first Orbost Brass Band was formed in 1889. Around 1908 the town band split and the Orbost Workers' Band was formed. Eventually the two bands merged in 1913 to reform as the Orbost Municipal Band under conductorship of Charles Spink. The band continued for many years but was later disbanded and again reformed. This was to happen a number of times, the last time being in 1961 and continuing through to the late 1970's. Further info and Ref: In Times Gone By - Deborah Hall This is a pictorial record of the Orbost Municipal Band. The various Orbost bands over the years played a major role in community activities providing entertainment and musical experiences for the many members.A black / white photograph of a group,of uniformed band members sitting in a circle at the edge of a main street. Each is holding a musical instrument with music stands in front of them.music-orbost orbost municipal band recreation entertainment -
Orbost & District Historical Society
black and white photograph, January 1974
This photograph was published in "The News" on Friday, January 11 1974. Those in the photograph are : L -R Stan Reed, Ted Smith, Alf Barling and Major General Sir Rohan Delacombe (Governor of Victoria). They are having morning tea with the State Governor when he visited Orbost.The accompanying article was titled "TEA WITH THE GOVERNOR". Councillor S. J. Reed was the Orbost Shire President, E.A.Smith was a Shire Councillor and Mr A. Barling was the Orbost Municipal Band Leader. The first Orbost Brass Band was formed in 1889. Around 1908 the town band split and the Orbost Workers' Band was formed. Eventually the two bands merged in 1913 to reform as the Orbost Municipal Band under conductorship of Charles Spink. The band continued for many years but was later disbanded and again reformed. This was to happen a number of times, the last time being in 1961 and continuing through to the late 1970's. Further info and Ref: In Times Gone By - Deborah Hall This photograph is associated with the Orbost Municipal Band. The various Orbost bands over the years played a major role in community activities providing entertainment and musical experiences for the many members. Major General Sir Rohan Delacombe was the last British Governor of Victoria, Australia from 1963 to 1974.A black / white photograph of four men standing facing the camera. They are dressed in suits and wearing ties. One man is dressed in a band uniform. Three are holding cups and saucers.orbost-municipal-band barling-alf delacombe-rohan -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Doorway, London Family Hotel, Beach Street, William Swift ?, 30 Mar 1937
Photo of doorway, London Family Hotel 1937, showing empty foreshore.On back: London Family Hotel 30-3-37hotels, london family hotel -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Ringwood Primary School 1987 Class Photo "FAMILY", 1987
Group Photo. Note the name of the boy in red, back row left, is missing from the list of names. "FAMILY" 1987 Back Row L-R: [Name missing], Robbie Walkley, Belinda Poulianakis, Peter Truong, Timothy McCarthy, Matthew Monk Front Row: Naomi Miriklis, Kelly Thompson, Chantal Bawden, Christie Attwood, Emily Chellew, Tim Adams, Emily Sykes Teacher: Mrs J. Amos -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, James Partington cropped from family portrait], 31/01/1857
Portraits of James Partington cropped from family photograph. Charles Partington and family came to Melbourne in the 1857 and moved to Greensborough where they farmed along the Plenty River. Descendants still live in Greensborough. A pioneer Greensborough family.Digital copy of cropped sections of black and white studio photograph.james partington, charles partington