Booklet: 'The Valley of the Springs' a booklet produced to celebrate Spring Gully's First 127 Years. Contains poem about Spring Gully by J.C. Hattam, Photos: St. Phillips Spring Gully, choir practice; garden party to raise funds for St. Phillips, taken on Keck's verandah, Abbotts Tannery, Tannery Lane, school photos, opening of tower on One Tree Hill, a mine at Diamond Hill (un-named) horse drawn vehicles, wood carter, Spring Gully reservoir being enlarged. Written on front in biro 'J.B. Purdy, 49 Bellevue Road, Golden Square. bendigo, history, spring gully

Sepia photograph, group, choir in the Bendigo Town Hall circa 1919society, choir, photograph, group, bendigo town hall.

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Invoice from Peter F. Wade for an AWA 23-inch TV purchased on higher purchase for 209 pounds nineteen shillings, by Miss G. E. Perry on 8/3/1963. Gertrude Perry Collection. physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Bendigo Jockey Club Cup Meeting Bendigo Cup programme Wednesday Nov 20 1957; for seven races including Epsom Cup at 2:25 pm and Bendigo Cup at 2:45 pm Program Price two shillings. Gertrude Perry Collection.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Miscellaneous card with Miss perry's address. Printed light beige card. Gertrude Perry Collection.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Light brown membership card from the Young Women's Christian Association (No. 72) issued to Gertrude Perry for Financial Year ending 1997. Rear of card notes: YWCA Women making a difference Bendigo Inc., No 72. Gertrude Perry Collection.ywca, young women's christian association

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Reg V. Brock of Bendigo three-part brochure for prints and framing. Studio at View Point P. O. Box 132, phone Bgo. 1888. Advertising and pricing brochure for photographic work and framing with beige light card with brown printing. Gertrude Perry Collection.Miss G. Perry on outer coverphysical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Wedding invitation from Mrs. M. Macdougall to Miss Gertrude Perry for the wedding of her daughter Jean Catherine to John David A. Munro, Saturday 3rd October 1945. Wedding at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Myers Street, Bendigo with the reception at Favaloro's Pall Mall. RS|VP 12th October. Multi-fold invitation. Gertrude Perry Collection.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Bendigo Jockey Club, Press Card, Wednesday November 20th 1957. Green card with attached green cord. Card notes representing 3130(!!) and stamped 25 on rear of card. Gertrude Perry Collection.Rear stamped 25.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.The Stewardship Campaign Committee of the Golden Square Methodist Church invitation to a Loyalty Dinner Tues. 19th November (year not specified) to be held at the Bendigo City Hall. Gilt edged pale green invitation. Gertrude Perry Collection.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Cream coloured thank you card from the Golden Square Physical Culture Class given to Gertrude Perry. Twelve hand drawn figures of girls in blue uniforms exercising. Handwritten inscription " To Our Instructress with the Girls' Thanks for Happy Times". Gertrude Perry Collection.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

In 1891 to 1983 there were three chemists near View Point Bendigo; they were A. Collins, 9 View St and Pall Mall; G. M. Dorman at 25 View St; E. L. Holdsworth, 9 Charing Cross and J. Holdsworth at 15 Charing Cross and Pall Mall. On the 20 June 1892 David Anderson (1861-1937) took over from A Collins as Chemist and Druggist at 9 View Street, opposite the Bank of Victoria. He had been manager for the three previous years. In 1895 to 1908 the David Anderson Chemist was at View Point. David Anderson's father William (Willie) died on the 7th April 1901 at View Place. David Anderson was married to Jeanette (Jessie) Riviere, Ironbark. David's nephew Rae Alexander Anderson OAM (1903-1986) was connected to St Paul's Church and a pharmacist at the Bendigo Hospital. Rae was the organist and choir master of the parish church of St Paul, Bendigo, 1931 - 1965. Rae's son Stuart Anderson from the Balgownie Winery 1969-1999; had also been a pharmacist.Certificate of Registration (Pharmacy Act of Victoria, No 558}; for David Anderson, Sandhurst. The original certificate has been pasted to cardboard and possibly had been framed. It was found under a house after a sale in 1984.bendigo history, sandhurst victoria, david anderson chemist, collins, dorman, holdsworth

LYDIA CHANCELLOR COLLECTION: GOLDEN SQUARE METHODIST CHURCH BOOK 'THE HISTORY OF THE GOLDEN SQUARE METHODIST CHURCH' Written by Geo Doneau Esq. 1977 Edited by N.G. Woodman Chapters: The Building The ministers The Choir and organ The Sunday School Society class and local Preachers Prominet Laymenbendigo, history, bendigo churches, golden square methodist church

Rae Alexander Anderson OAM (1903-1986) was connected to St Paul's Church and a pharmacist at the Bendigo Hospital. Rae was the organist and choir master of the parish church of St Paul, Bendigo, 1931 - 1965. Rae's son Stuart Anderson from the Balgownie Winery 1969-1999; had also been a pharmacist. Rae Anderson was a former President of the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, Bendigo Branch; now the Bendigo Historical Society. Rae died on the 8th. February, 1986 aged 82 years. He was a dedicated pharmacist; an outstanding musician; choir master and organist at St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral; a craftsman who loved to fashion things in wood and brass; interested tn the preservation of our heritage. Rae established "the Anderson Library" at the Society for reading and research.Seventeen Photos of the St Paul's Church of England. They were restored from a box of glass plate negatives found under a house in Mckenzie Street, Bendigo,when it was sold. The photos are assumed to be taken by Rae Alexander Anderson and were processed through his pharmacy. One of the slides was marked 1935.bendigo history, sandhurst victoria, david anderson chemist, collins, dorman, holdsworth, rae anderson, st paul's church of england bendigo, bendigo hospital, stuart anderson

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - invitation from California Gully P.S. No 123 to Centenary 1983 July 1, 2 & 3; Belltopper Hill 1883. invitation has green print on beige card, folded with the activities over three days printed inside. Card invites Miss Perry. Five items have been ticked to attend over Sat. and Sun. Portion of card is missing probably a RSVP section to inform the committee of Miss Perry's intention to attend the \School's Centenary.Internal invitation is made to Miss Perry to attend. Five items have been ticked to attend.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Gertrude Perry Collection - Invoice and HP payments receipts for purchase of an AWA TV by Miss G. E. Perry on 8/3/1963 from Peter F. Wade in instalments commencing 7th April 1963; over 19 receipts between 8/4/1963 to 18/3/1966physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Two gold edged pink tickets for "Lady's Afternoon Tea", issued by the Bendigo Jockey Club. One marked "Cup Day". Issued to Miss Perry. Undated. Gertrude Perry Collection. gertrude perry collection, ephemera, bendigo jockey club

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.V.S.C.C. Inc. Certificate noting Gertrude Perry has been acknowledged as a SILVER STAR MEMBER of the club having achieved the distinction of collecting 500 Souvenir Tea Spoons. Certificate from Victorian Spoon Collectors Club inc. Certificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K Rowe. Card has green printing on a yellow base. Gertrude Perry Collection.Certificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K Rowephysical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.Invitation to Miss G Perry from Bendigo City Lodge No 714 to attend a Ladies' Social Evening on Friday June 27th, 1952, at 7:45. Reception at 7:45 sharp, supper at 10:00 p.m. Harmony, Dancing and Euchre. Invitation from The Worshipful Master, Wor. Bro. L. M. Green. Unusual invitation to a single lady to a Lodge event with the invite expressly has Bro. and Lady crossed out. Gilt edged invite on pale green card. Unusual invitation to a single lady to a Lodge event with the invite expressly has Bro. and Lady crossed out. Gertrude Perry Collection.physical culture class, fitness, exercise

Gertrude Perry was born in California Gully in 1917. Her singing skills were recognized at an early age. She later sang with local choirs and sang on radio. She was involved with the Bendigo Operatic Society for many years. Gertrude began her working life in sales. After studying book keeping she worked at the Bendigo Ordnance Factory during WW2 and then worked for local solicitors and accountants. Gertrude was involved with many community and sporting organizations.V.S.C.C. Inc. Certificate noting Gertrude Perry has been acknowledged as a PURPLE STAR MEMBER of the club having achieved the distinction of collecting 250 Souvenir Tea Spoons. Certificate from Victorian Souvenir Collectors Club inc. Certificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K Rowe. Gertrude Perry Collection.Certificate signed on 20/7/91 by President M A Tobias, and Secretary K Rowephysical culture class, fitness, exercise

Hand-written letter to the President/Secretary, Long Gully Historical Group, dated 7/10/2000 enquiring about the Wilson family from the late 19th Century. He was interested about his paternal Grandmother, Lillian Rubina Wilson and her brother James Maitland Wilson who was killed in France in 1917. Their parents were Elizabeth Wilson nee Jolly and James Wilson. He asks for any knowledge, photos or anecdotes. Signed John Reynolds.bendigo, history, long gully history group, the long gully history group - letter from john reynolds, long gully historical society, lillian rubina wilson, james maitland wilson, honour rolls memorial military museum, elizabeth wilson nee jolly, james wilson, long gully (female) choir or singing/choral group, john reynolds