A booklet recording some historical events in the Gippsland Lakes, Victoria, Australia area, particularly Lakes Entrance, Bairnsdale and Sale. These articles first appeared in 'Moe Star' between October and December, 1948.settlers, transport, agriculture, ships and shipping

The story of whaling in Australian waters and other southern seas related thereto, from the days of sails to modern times. Illustrated with photographs. Bibliography and index.whaling industry, ships and shipping, bibliography

An edited edition of Joseph Banks written during the voyage with Captain James Cook in the Endeavour, which in April 1770 brought Banks to the eastern shores of Australia. Illustrated and annotated. The original Banks Papers are in the Public Library ofRuth Clarknatural history, explorers, vegetation

Part II of an edited edition of the journal of Joseph Banks, written during the voyage with Captain James Cook in the Endeavour, which in April 1770 brought Banks to the eastern shores of Australia. Illustrated and annotated. The original Banks Papers avegetation, arts, explorers

An account of the life, explorations and achievements of James Cook. Includes list of persons who left England in H.M.S. Endeavour 26th. August 1768, sketch map and reproductions of paintings of the period. Written for younger students.explorers, cartography, astronomy, ships and shipping

An account of the life and achievements of Arthur Phillip, commander of the First Fleet, sent to Botany Bay; the relocation to Port Jackson, and the development of the settlement under his governorship. Written for students.law, government, land settlement

An account of the life, explorations and achievements of Matthew Flinders. Written for students. Contains bibliography.explorers, navigation, bibliography

Matthew Flinders' tribute to his cat, Trim, his companion during his important voyages, and for a year of captivity on Mauritius. The humour and warmth of Flinders is evident, and shows the human side of this brilliant explorer and navigator.explorers, ships and shipping, mascots

Brief history of Boyd's years in Australia, particularly his connection with Boydtown in Eden and the whaling industry, but including information on his pastoral activities and other interests.settlers, whaling industry, ships and shipping, agriculture

A pictorial study of over 250 early buildings of New South Wales, including historical descriptions. Sites of buildings are Sydney, Parramatta, Campbelltown, Windsor, Newcastle, The Blue Mountains, Bathurst, and locations from Mittagong to Canberra.architecture, social history, land settlement, bridges

Record of examples of colonial architecture in Tasmaniaarchitecture, land settlement, religion, bridges

A survey of architecture through the ages, with illustrations describing styles, ornamentation and historical development. A short reference to Sir Christopher Wren is included.Ruth Clarkarchitecture, social history, religion, arts

An account of some of the booksellers and publishers of Sydney and Melbourne from 1830 to 1900booksellers, biography

Short biographies of early Australian booksellers, now deceased, and their individualistic attitudes to their trade. Contains table of contents.booksellers, biography

A guide to collecting coins prior to introduction of decimal currency. Illustrated. Indexed.To Henk from Rainy 4.9.66.collections

A compilation of pictorial and historical material, including a diary of 1788 - portraying Australia's development as a nation.land settlement

A guide to collecting Australiana items, of whatever significance from purchase to care of items. Illustrated with over 200 photographs. Includes index.directories, arts, photography

Some household items available to Australian homemakers in the 19th. and early 20th. centuries. Illustrated with catalogue advertisements and photographs. Illustrated and indexed.advertising

A brief guide to collecting old wares, including hints on restoration and an alphabetical listing of antiques.Tambo Historical Society Ruth Clark Collectionfurnishings, antiques

A description of many and various antiques available for the collector, from the 15th. century to the 20th. Illustrated with over 70 full colour pictures and many line drawings. Indexed.To dear Ruth, Best Wishes, Love,Ruby and Bob.antiques

A guide to Australia's antique heritage. Includes a time chart of styles of furniture, jewellery, silverware, glassware, crockery, clocks and various ephemera. Indexed.antiques

A comprehensive encyclopedia of antiques and collectibles from various countries, giving descriptions. Illustrated and indexed.antiques

Description and photographs of old objects and furniture used to decorate a modern home. Includes lists of antique dealers, markets, magazines of the world, and articles on conservation. Indexed.antiques

An affectionate portrait of the town of Bairnsdale, East Gippsland, Victoria, and its people.explorers, township

Report describing the physical nature of the East Gippsland area (Victoria) study area. History, climate, geomorphology, land use, flora and fauna are presented. Map included.topography, land settlement

A brief record of the region from the Murray River in the north to the Dargo High Plains in the south, from Yarrawonga and Wangaratta in the west to the Indi River in the east. Illustrated with coloured photographs.tourism, mines and mining, settlers, water supply

The third (1983) report by the Standing Consultative Committee on River Improvement, giving an overall review of the state of the rivers of Victoria and the Murray. The subject is covered from the catchment to usage, pollution and drainage. Includes caswaterways, water supply, water pollution

The Murray-Darling basin river system - called the rivers of life. Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia. 32,000 Kms. along the system.waterways, catchments, natural disasters, bridges, commerce, land settlement

A short history of the coal miners of South Gippsland, outlining the politics and organisation of their Union. Includes brief biographies of some of the politically active miners, and a list of miners and supporters 1893-1904.mines and mining, waterways, township, strikes

An outline of planning and proposed development by the East Gippsland, Victoria, Shire Council from 1997 to the year 2010. Maps included.township, land settlement, tourism