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Melbourne Legacy
Furniture - Chair, President's Chair, 1955
This hand carved President’s Chair was presented by Legatees from the Melbourne Club and groups in 1955. It was made in memory of the Founder of Legacy, Legatee Stan Savige who had passed away in May 1954. Melbourne Legacy keeps the chair on display in the main reception foyer on Level 1.A record of the respect held by Legatees towards Legatee Stan Savige that they wished to honour him by providing a President's chair in his honour.Large wooden armchair with leather seat and back topped with the Legacy torch.Brass plaque engraved with "In memory of / Legatee Stan Savige / Founder / Melbourne Legacy 1923"presidents, chair -
Queenscliffe Maritime Museum
Sculpture - Bronze head of David Beavis O.A.M, Ethel Reynolds, 1985
David Beavis was secretary of the Queenscliffe Lifeboat Preservation Society Inc until his death in 1986Queenscliffe Lifeboat Preservation Society QLPS was established to oversee the restoration of the lifeboat Queenscliffe in the 1980s and the funding and construction of the current Queenscliff Maritime Museum.Sculptured bronze head of David Beavis O.A.M. mounted on wooden base Plaque: David A. Beavis O.A.M. Sculpture by Ethel Reynolds Presented by Olga Johnson 1985beavis david, sculpture, queenscliffe lifeboat preservation society, qlps -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Functional object - Section of Rail - Bendigo Battery Tram, 1890
Bendigo first commenced tramway operation in 1890 using battery trams. These were not successful. The rail, approx 36lb/yard or about 38kg/m has been sawn from an original length and collected.Demonstrates a light weight section of tram rail used in Bendigo.Section of flanged steel rail, sawn, fitted with two engraved gold colour plastic signs. Engraved on the signs or plaques - "Bendigo Tramways 1890" and "Original Battery Tram Rail, No. 4"tramways, bendigo, rail, battery trams -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Photograph, 1939 circa
This photograph was displayed at the ORs Mess at the Wangaratta depot of 8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles. When the depot closed the photograph along with other memorabilia from the depot passed to the Regimental Collection.Rare photo of a Light Horse Regiment group photograph taken shortly before the Second World War and shortly before horses were retired in favour of mechanisation. Black and White photograph mounted on mdf backboard with chamfered edge painted black showing large group of men in Light Horse uniform arranged in rows.On plastic plaque at centre lower edge "8th Indi Light Horse 'More Majorum' "8th light horse regiment, indi light horse -
Carlton Football Club
Wooden Gavel, Wooden Gavel Made From the wood of S S Edina, 1957
Made from the wood from the S S EdinaThe ship the wood gavel is made from had the distinction of being "the longest Serving Screw Steamer in the World" She was built by Barclay & Curle in Galsgow in 1854 and was scrapped in Australia at Coode Island Footscray in 1957. The same wood was used to make the Chairman's chair in Carlton's Board room.Double headed wood gavel used to control Carlton FC board meetingsSmall brass plaque with the words " Made From The Wood From the S S Edina". -
Parks Victoria - Mount Buffalo Chalet
Barometer
"A number of specific items, which have been useful in the day to day operations of the Chalet, remain in the building with each complementing the other to provide context, meaning and character to their setting. Items such as the hall porter bell, the many signs providing information to the guests, the wall clock, barometer and dinner bell point to the Chalet being a well-run social institution with a pleasant environment for rest, recreation and congenial company." (Pg 81 Historica, MBCC) "The barometer mounted on an ornately carved backing was presented by flour miller John Spencer Brunton (1861-1937), son of Thomas Brunton who founded the Brunton & Co. flourmills. John had responsibility for the New South Wales arm of the company and lived in Sydney.' (Pg 82 Historica MBCC) " Fig 80. It was presented by John Spencer Brunton on 9 December 1930."(Pg83, Historica. MBCC) Listed in Draft Inventory of Significant Collection items A.3.. Fixtures and Fittings (Pg 165.Historica, MBCC)Barometer and thermometer with carved decorative leaf pattern wooden surround.On plaque below barometer:"PRESENTED BY / JOHN SPENCER BRUNTON / 9.12.30" (further inscriptions on face) -
The Ed Muirhead Physics Museum
Galvanometer, Tinsley
Rectangular galvanometerPlaque: “Galvanometer, Type 4600A, No. 55822, H. Tinsley & Co., London S.E. 25” -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Painting, Jessie Shevill, The Lonely House, 1894
CEMA Art Collection Previously located in History HouseA house set amongst trees with a small body of water in front. The house has smoke rising from the chimney. Pinkish sky. On the water is a small wooden boat, and to the right of the house stands a person. In the background is a green hill with buildings set in the foothills. The hill and trees of the foreground are set against an orange/pink sky. The work has a gilded ornate frame with no mounts and exposed canvas. Signed front of painting bottom rightFront: Jessie Shevill 1894 Plaque attached to frame: The Lonely House Back: (no inscriptions)european painting, 1800s, country -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural Collection
Painting, A.S. Murray, Scene on the River Murray, n.d
Art collection Previously located in History HouseThe painting depicts a large body of water surrounded by tree-covered riverbank. Depicted in shades of blue and grey, the water features patches of brown and blue which illustrate the reflections of riverbank trees. In the foreground to the left of the water is a large tree which extends up to cover the top left skyline of the work. Featured in the background is a dense patch of trees completed in shades of blue. To the right of the water is a dense patch of trees completed in shades of brown and black. These trees reach into a purple and blue cloud-filled sky. The work has a gilded ornate frame with cardboard and gold mount and exposed canvas.Front: A.S. Murray Plaque attached to frame: SCENE on the RIVER MURRAY Back: (no inscriptions) -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Artwork, other - Rising Sun Badge
The Rising Sun crafted from timber by Alan Darwin of Wangaratta Woodworkers Inc., and presented to the Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch to commemorate the 100 year ANZAC campaignProudly worn by soldiers of the 1st and 2nd Australian Imperial Force in both World Wars, the 'Rising Sun' badge has become an integral part of the digger tradition. The distinctive shape of the badge, worn on the upturned side of a slouch hat, is commonly identified with the spirit of AnzacCarved timber badge in the shape of the Rising Sun above crown and bannerCarved "The Australian Army" Gold plaque engraved"To commemorate the 100 year ANZAC campaign "rising sun, anzac -
Vision Australia
Painting - Artwork, Portrait of David Robertson, 2002
Framed portrait of David Robertson who was the first President of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind, from 1895-1899. It is part of a series of paintings commissioned by the VAF Board to commemorate the work of past presidents of the organisation. Mr Robertson sits with his hands resting upon a wooden cane. He is wearing dark spectacles, a gray suit and waistcoat, white shirt with starched collar and pleated front, and a red and blue striped necktie. On his left lapel is a blue and red medal. David Robertson was educated at the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind and was trained as a basket maker. He was one of eight foundation members of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind (now Vision Australia Foundation ) which was formed in 1895 in order to encourage blind people to manage their own affairs and build their self esteem. He was appointed the inaugural president and served as such from 1895 to 1899 and again in 1913 as well as acting as vice president from 1900 to 1902 and in 1911 and 1915. Known as a level headed and wise peacemaker he was elected chairman of the first interstate conference of blind people, which took place in Melbourne in 1913. From this evolved the Federal Council of Organizations of the Blind, which undertook to consider all matters affecting blind people. 1 art original in gold frameThe plaque at the base of the painting reads 'David Robertson / Inaugural President of / Association for Advancement of the Blind'.david robertson, association for the advancement of the blind -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Photograph - Framed photograph, Wangaratta Picture Framers
Image of RAAF Radio & Radar Trainee Mechanics taken at the Exhibition Building, Melbourne in 1941-42. In 1940, in the months after the outbreak of WWII, the Exhibition Buildings complex was requisitioned by the Royal Australian Air Force and used as a barracks and training facility. By 1942 more than 2000 men of the RAAF had been stationed there, alongside members of the Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force.Brown timber frame and cream coloured mount containing photograph of large group of airmen Plaque -RAAF Radio & Radar Trainee Mechanics 1941-42 at Exhibition Building Melbourneraaf, radio & radar, exhibition building, melbourne, ww2 -
Wangaratta RSL Sub Branch
Medal - Framed medals, Private William T. Lawson
Service medals and ribbons awarded to William T. LAWSON VX148982 of Woods Point who served with the 14/32 Infantry Battalion.Black timber frame with six Medals and ribbons mounted on red feltPlaque - 3401136 / VX148982 William T. Lawson 14/32 Aust. Inft. Battalionwilliam t lawson, woods point, vx148982, 14/32 inf btn, 3401146 -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Unveiling of tablet fixed to Pioneers Stone in Ringwood library grounds. 1974
Black and white photographImage shows the plaque attached to the Pioneers Stone. Written at the bottom of the plaque: 'Erected bythe Ringwood Historical Research Group, 26th October, 1974, on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of Ringwood's severence from Lillydale Shire -
Bendigo Military Museum
Document - FRAMED, WW2, 1945
Information title on document. "Instrument of Surrender" Signed by "Commander 22 Base Force/ Dutch Borneo Major General/ Commander Seventh Australian Division". Document - white coloured paper, copy of original document. Black ink print with five black and white photographs on right side Australian Coat of Arms at top of document. Frame - timber, black gloss paint, shaped moulding, glass front and timber backing with brown paper finish, metal clips and hanging wire. Two brass name plaques adhered to glass front lower left and lower right corners with information. Framers stamp on backing paper.Brass plaques - etched with black ink print. Left - "PRESENTED TO MITIAMO/ EAST LODDON RSL/ BY PM 6565 A.B. BRYAN O'BRIEN" Right - "THIS REMAINS TGHE PROPERTY OF THE MITIAMO/ EAST LODDON RSL". Framers stamp - Black ink "GALLERIA/ FRAMING & PRINTS/ Cnr HIGH 7 OAK STREETS/ GOLDEN SQUARE 3555/ Ph: (054) 47 0484. framed accessories, document, ww2, japanese surrender -
Greensborough Historical Society
Plaque - Digital Image, Garden State Award plaque, Briar Hill Primary School 1995 BH4341, 1995c
Photo of Briar Hill Primary School "Garden State Award" plaque, 1995.Digital copy of colour photobriar hill primary school, briar hill state school, garden state award -
NMIT (Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE)
Plaque, 1991 PTS Reunion ‘Mr Waters and staff … from Class of 75 [1975] 4th Form
This plaque of appreciation was presented to staff at the 1991 reunion of the 4th form class of 1975.Inscribed on labels: "Preston Technical School Reunion 1991 / Reunion" and "‘Mr Waters and staff / for youe assistance from / Class of 75 / [1975] 4th Form "preston technical college, ptc, reunion, nmit -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Methodist Church Site Plaque Unveiling with Mrs Swartz nee Unknown in the centre of photo 1999
Plaque Unveiling – Methodist Church Site 1999. Mrs Swartz centre of photostawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mrs C Rea & Mrs M Barnett beside the Wooden Plaque at Big Hill
Mrs C Rea & Mrs M Barnett Wooden Plaque at Big Hillstawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Knights Roadside Tearooms site at Halls Gap with the unveiling of a Plaque -- 4 Photos
Unveiling plaque at site of Knights Roadside Tearooms at Halls Gap. Four Photos.grampians -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Instrument - Hydrometer, 1878 to 1930s
This Sikes brass hydrometer was manufactured by the optical and scientific instrument makers Kasner & Moss of 17 Collins Street West, Melbourne, in the latter part of the nineteenth century. The firm adverted hydrometers, as well as optical instruments, as early as August 13th, 1864, in The Age, Melbourne. This hydrometer set was donated to Flagstaff Hill in 1979 by local wine and spirits merchants Lynch Bros of Fairy Street, Warrnambool. Giffen Russell had established the business in 1878, and Harry Lynch took it over in the 1930s, and after he passed away in 1953 Kevin Matthew Lynch became proprietor of K M Lynch Food and Liquor. The business closed in the 2010s. The hydrometer may date back to the establishment of the business in 1878, as Kasner & Moss were selling hydrometers in Melbourne from 1864. Hydrometers were used to measure the density, or relative density, of liquids from the late 1600s. In 1816 Bartholomew Sikes won the competition for the most useful accurate hydrometer. Hydrometers were commonly used by distillers, vintners, and brewers to establish accurate measures of alcohol concentration in their beverages. Following this manufacturing process, government inspectors and excise officers used them to check that the labelled indications of alcohol-proof were correct and that the right amounts of duty were being paid. This hydrometer and its fitted and hinged wooden container show signs of heavy and protracted use in a working environment. Although the instrument has some parts missing and has been recently repaired, the original quality of the inlaid box and the fine engraving on the instrument and the attachable weights, are indications of the hydrometer’s very real value when new. This Sikes hydrometer, bearing the maker's mark of “Kasner & Moss Melbourne” and the registered number “20373”, was presented to the purchasing public as a precision-made instrument designed for professional use. The Sikes hydrometer is of local significance because of its implied association with the alcohol trade in the southwest region of Victoria. It was donated by a family member of Lynch Bros, a local licensed outlet for wines and spirits in the period before the general relaxation of liquor licensing laws in the State of Victoria. It may have belonged to Griffin Russell who established the liquor store in 1878.Hydrometer; original Sikes brass hydrometer in a polished wooden case with an inlaid plaque on the lid. The brass float is a sphere with a thin flat upper stem and a short, lower stem with a bulb-shaped end. The upper stem is engraved scale on both sides with the numbers 1 to 10, and five divisions between each number. There are ten fixed pegs in the base to secure the thick brass horseshoe-shaped, numbered, various-sized weights (20, 30, 40, 80, 90); the free pegs would have originally stored another five weights (10, 50, 60, 70, and 100). The empty compartment in the box suggests another part in the initial set, probably a thermometer. The fitted, fabric-lined box has two brass closures and two brass hinges. The scientific instrument shows signs of heavy use and repairs. The Serial Number on the float matches the Serial Numbers on the weights. The plaque on the lid, the float and the weights have inscriptions. Made by Kasner & Moss, Melbourne. Plaque: “SIKES HYDROMETER / KASNER & MOSS / MELBOURNE” On float's lower stem: “SIKES 20373” On one thin edge of the float's scale, engraved in script “Kasner & Moss” and stamped “MELBOURNE”, and symbol“P” rotated 90 degrees. On the opposite thin edge of the float: “N20.373”, “SIKES”, “I P % II O” (in ornate capitals). Each weight has s unique number, and the same serial number “20373”.flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, warrnambool, maritime museum, maritime village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, sikes hydrometer, scientific instrument, pressure measurement, measuring instrument, ullage tool, customs, excise duty, tax, alcohol content, proof, calibrate, standard weights and measures, tariff, kasner & moss, scientific instrument makers, specific gravity, liquid density, alcohol testing, technology, alcohol measurement, proof spirit, wine and spirits merchants, local business, brass measuring instrument, k m lynch, giffen russell, harry lynch -
Federation University Historical Collection
Photograph (colour), Ballarat School of Mines Botanical Gardens, c1979
Three coloured photographs of the Ballarat School of Mines Botanical Gardens. (.1) Shows refurbished gardens and plaque. (.2) Plaque on a Norfolk Island Pine. the tree was in the possesson of Jessie Knox Smith (sister of Prof. Alfred Mica Smith) for 22 years. The tree was transplanted in the memory of Alfred Mica Smith. (.3) View of the Ballarat School of Mines garden.ballarat school of mines botanical gardens, ballarat school of mines, jessie smith, alfred mica smith -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Functional object - Plaque, Possibly Arrow Bronze?, Hawthorn Tram Depot, Jan. 2003
.1 - Plaque - Brass with four holes in each corner, engraved for the opening of the Hawthorn Tram Depot Shed No. 1 by the Minister for Transport Peter Batchelor MP 19/1/2003. Has the Victorian Government logo. .2 -Large brass plaque, that was at the front of the depot until c2019, when replaced by a stainless steel one - see image i3.trams, tramways, opening, commerations, hawthorn depot, fohtd, mtm, museum -
City of Warrnambool Rowing Club
Development Plaque, 16 july 2017
The people are L to R: Kathy McMeel (secretary), Annie Blanch (Boat Captain), Joanne Bone (president), James Tait (director of Gwen and Edna Jones and Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundations, Susan Finnigan (Grants Officer) and Clive Wooster (treasurer). • In February 2017 the club filled the base of the boathouse and poured a new concrete floor. • They had an opening to thank the donors, especially the Gwen and Edna Jones and Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundations and to celebrate with the community and rowers, past and present • Since 1996 rowers had to wade in foul, ankle to thigh high water to access the boat shed- this was for 3-5 months of every year- our facilities are now accessible and Warrnambool has a sporting venue for rowers that is safe and one the public can be proud of. • The Club thanked Barry Wilson for generously donating the plans and acknowledged the ‘term deposit’ raised over the last 10 years, by past and present members, which allowed the Club to contribute the additional funding required. • In particular The Foundations assistance made the project possible. The two philanthropic Foundations are a treasure for the community as they can step in and fill the gap where other funding sources cannot. In our case they were the major donors and we could not have contemplated this project without their assistance. We are truly grateful for the assistance of The Gwen and Edna Jones and Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation. • Mr James Tait, a director of both Foundations to unveiled the commemorative plaque. Color photograph taken at the opening of the Redeveloped City of Warrnambool Rowing Club. Includes a brass plaque. The people are L to R: Kathy McMeel (secretary), Annie Blanch (Boat Captain), Joanne Bone (president), James Tait (director of Gwen and Edna Jones and Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundations, Susan Finnigan (Grants Officer) and Clive Wooster (treasurer).james tait, warrnambool, city of warrnambool rowing club, warrnambool rowing club, boathouse, boathouse redevelopment, gwen and edna jones foundation, ray and joyce uebergang foundation -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Plaque, Small metal plaque awarded to 'Ringwood East Primary School for the most improved school gardens and grounds in 1973. Awarded by the Australian Natives Assoc, 1973
Small metal plaque awarded to 'Ringwood East Primary School for the most improved school gardens and grounds in 1973. Awarded by the Australian Natives Assoc.'Ringwood East Primary School for the most improved school gardens and grounds in 1973. Awarded by the Australian Natives Assoc. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Plaque, Heathmont Primary School No. 4688 plaque for the Amy Alford Library - 1976, 1976
Heavy brown metal plaque from Heathmont Primary School No. 4688 for the Amy Alford Library. +Additional Keywords: Thompson, L.H.S. / Alford, AmyHeathmont Primary School No. 4688.; The Amy Alford Library. This library was officially opened on the 19th day of November 1976 by The Hon L.H.S. Thompson CMG, MP, BA(Hons), B.ED, deputy Premier of Victoria, Minister of Education. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Weapon - AEROPLANE, SPITFIRE, Calvert Hargreaves
This item is on display in the gardens of the Bendigo District RSL Sub Branch Havilah Road. Refer photo .1) re its manufacture, history and use..1) Plaque black metal on a stand with white text with details of the item. .2) Scale replica of a Supermarine Spitfire Fighter Mark V111 with markings."Lest we Forget" - "CAL"brsl, smirsl, bdrslinc, replica, spitfire -
Bendigo Military Museum
Plaque - PLAQUE, HMAS BENDIGO
Wooden wall hanging plaque, HMAS BENDIGO emblem, stylized crown, ships emblem with southern cross flag, boomerang, black scroll with inscription."BENDIGO" "ADVANCE WITH PURPOSE" hmas bendigo, navy, memorabilia -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - NAVY PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED, Post WW2
Alan Keith GEIER RAN. Refer Cat No 601 for his service history.Two B&W images on a white background. Top image is sailor AK Geier. Bottom image is a plaque with details re. AK Geier."AK Geier Wireman 24896 Royal Australian Navy 30th January 1944 age 21. To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die."photographs, ran ww2, graves -
Frankston RSL Sub Branch
Plaque, Insignia
Wooden plaque shaped like a shield with unit insignia for the 13th Squadron RAAF. For further information refer < http://www.awm.gov.au/units/unit_11043.asp >raaf, plaque, insignia, 13th squadron