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Melbourne Legacy
Journal - Document, set of newsletters, The Junior Legatee, Seven Issues from Wednesday, September 1, 1937 to Wednesday November 24, 1937
A newsletter produced on a regular basis by Melbourne Legacy for Junior Legatees, containing news, stories and messages including articles by current and retired members of the committee and executive as well as contributions from Legatee’s themselves. Articles include ‘Home Exercises for Girls’ Letters to the Editor and advice from the Legatee Doctor about sunburn and other health issues. It includes details of education classes, events, functions, holidays and news from the residences.Records the work done by Melbourne Legacy to care for children of servicemen who were either dead or no longer able to care for families. Also records social conditions of the times. Newspaper style newsletter of the Junior Legatee of between four and six pages. 00009.1, Vol 1, No 1, September 1, 1937 00009.2, Vol 1, No 2, September 15, 1937 00009.3, Vol 1, No 3, September 29, 1937 00009.4, Vol 1, No 4, October 13, 1937 00009.5, Vol 1, No 5, October 27, 1937 00009.6, Vol 1, No 6, November 24, 1937 00009.7, Vol 1, No 7, December 22, 1937. Became Legacy Newsletter in August 1942newsletter, activities -
Melbourne Legacy
Book - Register, Register of Luncheon Speakers 1924-1970
Lists all the speakers and some of the guests of honour from the inception of the Melbourne Legacy Club until 1970 when J. Rex Hall retired from the Programme Committee. Includes an unsigned letter from Stan Savige about the work of The Committee. Records a wide diversity of speakers and guests who attended the weekly Comradeship luncheon at Legacy House in Melbourne.A record that the speakers at Legacy functions were from very different walks of life and the subjects varied. An unbroken record of Melbourne Legacy Club programme which illustrates social and cultural interests through nearly fifty years.Foolscap hardcover, lined pages with ruled columns, tabbed alphabetically, additional page glued in at the beginning. Dark green plastic covered card cover, taped down the spine with brown plastic tape. Five loose quarto typed pages inserted: Copies of letter from J. Rex Hall dated March 3 1970, 30/5/63, 20th November 1958, Copy of a letter from Stan Savige dated 20/2/30, Copy of Committee memo dated 12 February 1930.On front cover: "The Legacy Club Melbourne Club Guests and Speakers from 1924" Inside front cover: list of entry dates and ratings Opposite front cover: "Please redirect to Melbourne Legacy, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne. Thank you. or J.Rex Hall, 1638 Malvern Rd, Glen Iris 256350"speakers, guests of honor, legatee event, programme committee -
Melbourne Legacy
Book - Register, Register of Luncheon Speakers 1988-2004, 1988-2004
Details of guest speakers at luncheons and Comradeship meetings. Covers the period at the end of the 20th century from 1988 to 2004. Records a wide diversity of speakers and guests who attended the weekly Comradeship luncheon at Legacy House in Melbourne.A record that the speakers at Legacy functions were from very different walks of life and the subjects varied. Melbourne Legacy Club speakers programme which illustrates the social and cultural interests at the end of the 20th century.Foolscap hardcover, lined pages with ruled columns, tabbed alphabetically. Black plastic covered card cover, red spine and corners. Column headings: Name, Subject, Date, Intro., RemarksOn front cover: INDEX (gold lettering) speakers, legatee event, programme committee -
Melbourne Legacy
Programme, 1968 Comradeship Christmas Party Sing-In, Saturday 23rd November 1968, 1968
A programme of songs used in a Comradeship Christmas gathering in 1968.Comradeship Committee meetings were very important to the Legatees. Legatees supported each other by coming together for various events throughout the year. This carol booklet shows that Legatees enjoyed singing together at their Comradeship meetings and in particular singing carols at Christmas time. A programme of songs for a Christmas party on medium paper stock with red text. Contains lyrics of songs including ‘Oh You Beautiful Doll’, ‘Somewhere, My Love’, ‘That Certain Party’, ‘A World of Our Own’, ‘Goodnight Sweetheart’, ‘Moonlight Bay’ and ‘We’ll Meet Again’.Pencil numbers, ticks and question marks.comradeship, function, legatee event, songs -
Melbourne Legacy
Programme, Christmas 1971, c.1971
A programme of songs used in a Comradeship Christmas gathering at Legacy function in 1971. Contains words to songs only.Comradeship Committee meetings were very important to the Legatees. Legatees supported each other by coming together for various events throughout the year. This carol booklet shows that Legatees enjoyed singing together at their Comradeship meetings and in particular singing carols at Christmas time. A programme of songs for a Christmas party on tryfold card, red cover with black type. White paper inside with black type. comradeship, function, songs -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Memoir, Life and Times of a Melbourne Legacy Junior Legatee (Arthur Woodley). A Legacy Family Story, 1990
First hand account by Arthur Woodley of his time with Melbourne Legacy as a Junior Legatee and its influence on his life. He was a boy that stayed at the children's home, Holmbush in the 1940s. It has a foreword written by Legatee F H Wood who was involved with the residences committee. The introduction says the purpose of the following story, written in plain simple terms, is to put on record for Legacy, the life, times, achievements, and experiences of just one grateful Junior Legatee.An authentic description of what it was like to be a Junior Legatee in a Melbourne Legacy residence, exemplifying the work of Melbourne Legacy in the 1940s.White A4 with black type x 26 pages and an A5 handwritten memo on Melbourne Legacy letterhead.JL 13, Box 10, Arthur Woodley Author, Nov 1990residences, junior legatee, holmbush, arthur woodley -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Report, First annual report of the gymnasium sub-committee for presentation to general meeting - Thursday 28th June 1928, 1928
Gives an insight into the weekly physical activities run for Junior Legatees, both boys and girls, naming the members of the sub-committee and teaching staff.Earliest formal report of physical activities run for Junior Legatees.1 foolscap and 1 A4 sheet faded white copy paper, blue carbon imprint, annotated in black.Typed numbers of participants crossed out and written in pen. Signed by Aaron Beattie, Chairman.boys' classes, girls' classes -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Register, Junior Legacy Honour Roll
Names, addresses and comments about the WW2 service of 244 members or ex-members of Junior or Intermediate Legacy on service known to the Honour Roll Committee. There are individual cards to record the details of each junior legatee and their service at 00222. This list is a compilation of the names and addresses from those cards.A record that links Junior Legacy members with active service in the Armed Forces during WWII.White foolscap paper with black type x 5 pages of carbon copy, on yellowing paper, single sided.honour roll, junior legatee -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph, Phy Symth Melb Legacy Club, Unknown
This photo shows a regular meeting day of the ladies of the Melbourne Legacy Widows Club. The year and the participants are unknown. Phy Smyth was a President or committee member of the Widows club.Brings to life the activities provided for the widows and the work of Melbourne Legacy. Legacy House provides the opportunity for many gatherings of widows to enjoy social interaction and companionship.Black and white photo of widows meeting at Legacy House.Back of the photo: Written by hand, Phy Symth Melb Legacy Club / Box 4widows, widows club -
Melbourne Legacy
Letter, Aaron Beattie, 10/2/1928
Correspondence revealing early organisation of Legatees attending Boys Groups when Legatee Kemsley was Chair of what was called 'Deceased Soldiers' Children's Welfare Committee'. Letter to Legatee A. Beattie re attendence at Junior Legay Club training. Documents how Melbourne Legacy's care of children began, and how much commitment was required of the Legatees.2 letters and 2 memos, black type and purple copy type, on white paper with Legacy Club logo.Signatures of A. Kemsley and W. Blackettjunior legatee, boys' classes, aaron beattie -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Memo Re Boys’ Junior Legacy
Recorded insight into the philosophy behind the work undertaken with the Boys’ in the Junior Legacy Club.A record of the types to activities the Legacy Club provided for the boys of deceased servicemen.Five page foolscap typed pages regarding the welfare and guidance of the boys in the program. boys committee, boys' classes -
Melbourne Legacy
Postcard, Penny Royal Gunpowder Mills Postcard
The place shown on the photo still has an important relevance for the local history in Launcestown Tasmania. This place represents one of the most relevant touristic places of Tasmania and brings to the local government a very good amount of income for local developments and self management of the place. The date of this postcard is unknown but probably around 1980 as this place apparently was opened by 1979. The connection to Legacy is unknown but other postcards were sent to the Comradeship Committee when Legatees travelled.Comradeship Committee often received postcards from Legatees when they were away on holidays.Glossy postcard, with serrated edges, showing a photo of the Penny Royal Gunpowder Mills.Handwritten text: 'They have the small cannons on the boat - noisy and scared Alison but quite effective really. The whole complex is build in an old quarry', in black pen. Back side: Printed in paper, PENNY ROYAL GUNPOWDER MILLS / The 10 Gun Sloop-of-War 'Sandpiper' sails to prove its gun and powder in battle against those on Fort Island. / Douglas Souvenir Distributors [Logo] / DS 118, Colour Photography and Copyright by Robert Schorn. Printed in Australia. / I LIKE TO BE SEEN - PLEASE don't send me in an ENVELOPE. / Published by Douglas Souvenir Distributors - Tasmania (004) 312806tasmania, souvenir -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Report, Physical Culture Sub-Committe's 2nd Annual Report 1929, 1929
Details activities of Physical Culture Sub-Commitees' for 1929.Shows how active this sub-committee was in providing many and varied physical activities for Junior Legatees.White paper x 5 pages with black type of a report of the Physical Culture Sub Committee, Annual Report 1929.Physical Culture Sub-Committe's 2nd Annual Report 1929 in black type.exercise classes, boys' classes -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Employment Committee / General Procedures - Meetings and Records
These documents relate the procedures of meetings of the Employment Committee. There is also a draft advertisement to be typed up and added to the Legacy Bulletin asking for assistance in finding work for junior legatees. The importance of the document is that it clearly states procedures of meetings and records.Paper, 5 pages, typed in black. 1 pink page typed on both sides, dated 26/6/1979, 1 paper folder,pink titled "Notification of Employment Vacancies". White out has been used extensively. This appears to have been a draft copy with alterations made.committee, procedures -
Melbourne Legacy
Book - Register, Visitors and guests attending luncheons Melbourne Legacy 2006-2007, 2006
Details of guests during the year 2006. Many were guest speakers at luncheons and Comradeship meetings.Records a wide diversity of speakers and guests who attended the weekly Comradeship luncheon at Legacy House in Melbourne.Navy blue leather visitors book, gold metal corners, gold lettering, white lined pages headed Date, Name and Address, Remarks.speakers, legatee event, programme committee, register -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Junior Legacy Club - Information for all concerned for 1928
A notice from Aaron Beattie the Chairman of the Gymnastic Committee about the details of Junior Legatee activities in 1928. It mentions the location, time, cost, enrolment, and activities of the Gymnastics group for boys run by Junior Legacy Gymnastic Sub-Committee in 1928. It mentions that it was not possible to hold a gymnastics display in 1927 because of lack of a suitable hall. Fees for the year were £5 which were paid quarterly.Administrative details of early Junior Legacy activity which gives an insight into what opportunities there were for boys in the 1920s, and how they were expected to behave.Notice about Boys Club details in 1928, white foolscap sheet with black type.boys' classes, exercise classes -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, The First Legacy Children's Picnic
An description of the first picnic for 260 war orphans (boys) and their mothers at Ricketts Point (Black Rock) in 1926, who were transported in two charabancs by Legatees, some of whom were in fancy dress. Pages 5-16 recounts anecdotes of Syd Birrell unrelated to the picnic. The writer is anonymous but by the hand writing it is possibly L/- Frank Doolan, a founding member of Legacy, who was part of a committee to capture the history of Legacy and create an archive of material.First hand account by a participant on the trip, which details some highly irresponsible activities which were seen as perfectly acceptable at that time. Some of the anecdotes about Syd Birrell would now be regarded as polically incorrect, but the anonymous writer expresses his amusement and admiration, and references ‘Legacy - the story of the Melbourne Legacy Club' by Claude Blatchford.13 handwritten A5 sheets, numbered 1-16 (missing 9, 10, and 15) in red print on top right hand corner, blue biro on white lined paper, probably torn from a notepad.junior legatee outing, founding legatee -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Minutes, Minutes of meeting of Boys’ Activities Committee held at “Legacy House” on Thursday, 4th October, 1979 at 7 p.m, 1979
Details of a camp to be held at French Island on 11 November 1979, and anticipates only two classes to function in 1980. Classes were only at Box Hill and Oakleigh/Waverley.Records the end of organised activities for boys. Black typing on fading white quarto paper.In blue pen at the bottom: “Last Meeting Boys Activities”boys' classes, camp -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Report, Ownership and lease of permanent camp at Balnarring, 1932
Documents concerning Legacy having a legal hold over land owned by Sir Stanley Savige in Balnarring in order to erect permanent camp buildings. 00253.1 and .2 Report of Meeting of sub committee considering the questions of title re permanent camp building at Balnarring. Meeting held at Hotel Austalia 2nd October 1929. Legatees Armstrong, Carleton, Tregent, Hall and Massey in attendence. 00253.3 Signed letter from Charles H. Peters to Brian Armstrong, Messers Plante and Henty Solicitors. 00253.4, .5, .6, .7, .8 Report on Balnarring Camp Property. Same as collection item 00250 but with different corrections and additional notes. 00253.9 Cover letter to L Armstrong signed from Dudley Tregent. 00253.10 Letter to Blatchford, Deputy Chairman Junior Legacy Club from unknown author. 00253.11, .12 Minutes of Meeting of Board of Management. Camp Premises Agreement and negotiations mentioned on page 3. Melbourne Legacy provides camps for junior legatees. The camps gave the children an opportunity of a summer beach holiday with other Legacy children. It started with camps on the property of Legacy founder, Legatee Stan Savige, who had a place in Balnarring, close to the beach. Permanent camp buildings were built in 1930. These documents relate to those buildings. Legacy Somers Camps continued intermittently at Stan's property until it was decided in 1951 to make other arrangements for holidays. Including two other camps in the Somers area: Lord Somers Camp and the Somers School Camp (owned by the Education Department). Camps provided for junior Legatees have been very important from early in Legacy's history. In the 1920s Legacy started camps at Stan Savige's property at Balnarring. By the 1930s a permanent camp kitchen and building had been built at Somers Camp. These documents relate to the official status of the property.White paper with black type x 12 pages relating to land ownership and lease questions around the Balnarring Camp. Six sets of documents kept together. Total of twelve pages, some double sided.land transfer, deed of trust, option to purchase, properties, savige property, legacy somers camp -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, 1980 Report of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme in Melbourne Legacy, 1980
Overview of Legacy’s involvement in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme launched in 1980 by Ken Green Legatee. Includes a summary of aims, activities and organisation as compiled by the Outdoor Activities Committee. There was a program to send young legatees on trips on the Alma Doepel through the 1980s and 90s. The articles from the Answer show timetables and criteria for nomination of junior legatees to be selected on the trips. One of these articles mentions the war service of the Alma Doepel - the only ship with served in World War II that was still active in 1995.A record of some of the experiences Legacy offered to junior legatees, who might have missed out on opportunities due to the loss of their fathers.Six pages of documents relating to Legacy, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Outward Bound Program and Australian and New Zealand Schools Exploring Society. outdoor activities committee, junior legatee outing -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Document, minutes, Melbourne Legacy Minutes of Meeting of "Holmbush" Committee, 1955
The care of children was a major part of Legacy work in the 1950s, many of whom would have lost their fathers in WWII. The minutes document the fostering of children by individual legatees, and their living conditions at Holmbush. It is clear that the children made do with whatever clothes could be afforded, and they were strongly encouraged to to study. Discipline was commensurate with what was acceptable at the time, and the children were expected to do their share of chores around the home.Complete set of minutes for the year 1955 with details of the children in care at Holmbush, their environment and activities.Foolscap typed sheets, black type on faded white paper 00279.1 26.1.1955 00279.2 7.2.1955 00279.3 8.3.1955 00279.4 20.4.1955 00279.5 26.5.1955 00279.6 27.6.1955 00279.7 26.7.1955 00279.8 13.8.1955 00279.9 7.9.1955 00279.10 10.10.1955 00279.11 10.11.1955 residences, holmbush initial negotiations, committee, holmbush -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Holmbush
Initial rules for the running of Holmbush and for the intended residents, with the aim of providing a 'private family residence of the best type' for Junior Legatees admitted by the Management Committee, including a list of clothing each resident was expected to bring.Details of how the Melbourne Legacy residence was to be run reveal how much work and time the Legatees invested in looking after Junior Legatees and how seriously they took this responsibility in 1943.Quarto carbon copy of typed rules, black on faded white'Approved J.L.C. 1943' handwritten in blue ink.residences, holmbush administration, holmbush initial negotiations, rules -
Melbourne Legacy
Ceremonial object - Trench Art, Bell, Comradeship Bell, 1929
Bell was presented to the Melbourne Legacy Club by the departing president E.R.F. Serman in 1929. It was used during Comradeship Committee meetings.E.R.F. Serman was the Melbourne Legacy Club president in 1928-1929. Comradeship Committee meetings were very important to the Legatees.18 Pounder Shell casing that has been polished and had a small brass hook welded to the base. The casing has been split and bears the signs of being hit with a hammer. There is an inscription engraved on the front. The shell is hung from a brass arch which has been mounted to a wooden base. Two small brass hooks on the base act as a mount for the mallet. The brass arch and hooks are attached to the wooden base via flat head screws from the underside. The mallet is constructed of a brass rod with a felt head.Presented to the Melbourne Legacy Club by E.F. SERMAN PRES.1928-9comradeship, committee, legatee event -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Proposals from J.L.C, 1942
Notes from the meeting of the Junior Legatee Committee held on 28 September 1942 reveal how Legatees perceived the need to establish a residence for juniors. The notes detail the type of residence which would be appropriate, and how it should be funded and run in broad outline. These views were informed by an interview with the Headmaster of Box Hill Grammar School, a co-educational boarding school.It is interesting to note the different attitudes towards boys and girls at that time; girls required sewing and music rooms to replace the workshop and gym for the boys. The impetus to provide safe accommodation for children exemplify Legacy values.5 quarto carbon copies, black on white, two punched holes for filing.Pages 4 and 5 hand written numbers '4' and '3' Date on Page 1 underlined in pen.holmbush initial negotiations, committee -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, Submission to Club - Luncheon Meeting
Details the issues discussed by the Board and J.L.C Committee regarding the establishment of a children's home.A valuable insight into the thinking, social values and prevailing difficulties of the time.Two typed quarto sheets, carbon copies, black on white, two punched holes for filing. Undated."Submission to Club - Luncheon Meeting" handwritten in pencil.holmbush initial negotiations, residences -
Melbourne Legacy
Document - Document, notes, Re. Hostel
Legatee Russell's assessment dated 16 November 1942 of a property owned by a Mr J. Trim at Sackville Street, Kew, in connection with the proposal to establish a Hostel. His main concern was that the property had too much land attached, and he discusses possible solutions before concluding that an alternative property with less land would be preferable.A record to the types of properties available at the time in relation to the needs of prospective children.Two typed foolscap sheets, carbon copies, two punched holes for filing.Signed by Legatee Eric Russell, Chairman Hostel Committee.residences, holmbush -
Melbourne Legacy
Booklet, Handbook for Contactors, 1x1959, 1x1961, 1x1996, 2x1972
A handbook is issued to all Legatees to assist them with their work with the legacy widows; eg childrens' education, welfare, accommodation, health. A quick easy guide to services provided by Melbourne Legacy such as bursaries, medical care, financial assistance etc for Legatees use. It was reissued annually for many years prior to keeping this information electronically. Many issues are held at 00002 and 01080. Chapters of the book include the following, many of which are committees: Administration Anzac Day Observance Comradeship. 'Comradeship is an integral and important part of Legacy. This committee's function is primarily to arrange social and other activities which bring members together so that they become known to each other on an intimate and friendly basis; and so that when a member strikes a problem, he immediately knows with whom he might get into touch to discuss it in then spirit of mutual assistance.' Finance Huntingdale (Golf Club) Intermediate Legacy Liaison Personnel Committee Programme Committee Dealing with the Junior Legacy Committee: Boys' Group Camps and holidays Christmas party Contact Cultural and Library Dental Demonstration Education Employment Firewood Girls' Group Housing and accomodation Legal Longbank (holiday home for widows in need of a rest) Medical Newsletter Older widows Optometrists Pensions Probation Residences Special cases Welfare Appendix A Allowances for school requisites Appendix B Scholarships Appendix C Pensions / War widows pensions / Commonwealth widows pensions / Immediate assistance SCTF Appendix D Repatriation Department Appendix E Commonwealth Social Services Appendix F CWD - Children's Welfare Department Appendix G Hospital and medical benefits for Legacy Widows and their dependants Appendix H AMF Relief Trust Fund Appendix I SCTF - Services Canteen Trust Fund Appendix J Sir Samuel McCaughey Bequest Appendix K Various sources of assistance available (eg clothing, blankets, POW associations, RSL, conveyance allowances.)This booklet assisted legatees locating services available to widows and children from within Legacy or government departments.Five copies of the Handbook for Contactors. Different covers from different dates, 1 green, 1 apricot, 2 grey, 1 blue.2 x Melbourne Legacy, Legacy logo, Handbook for Contactors, Issued with Melbourne Legacy Diary 1959/1961-62. 2 x Melbourne Legacy, Legacy logo Handbook for Contactors, For use in conjunction with Melbourne Legacy Diary 1972. 1 x Melbourne Legacy, Legacy logo, Handbook for Contactors, For use in conjunction with Melbourne Legacy Diary 1966.regulations, objectives, rules, register -
Melbourne Legacy
Letter, re. Hostel, 1942
Letter dated 10 December 1942 to the President of the Legacy Club with the Hostel Committee's recommendation to purchase 1267 Burke Road as a hostel. He advises that there was only one dissenting committee member (Legatee Carleton) who felt that the property was too far from the city for convenience. The price of £5,500 is considered to be favourable following a formal valuation of £6,633, and he estimates that the property would accommodate at least 23 children plus staff with only minor alteration.Records the Hostel Committee's official decision and submits it to the then President of the Legacy Club, Legatee H.M. James.White quarto letter with black type on Legacy Club letterhead (blue), four holes punched for filing.Signed and initialled by Legatee Eric Russell, Chairman, Hostel Committee.holmbush initial negotiations, properties, holmbush -
Melbourne Legacy
Document, re Property "Holmbush", 1267 Burke Road East Kew, 1943
Formal identification of the property to be bought as the first Melbourne Legacy residence sent to Legatee E. Russell, Chair of the Hostel Committee. The survey is hand drawn and meticulously measured.The documents demonstrate business practices in the 1940s with regard to the purchase of property, as well as being an important record of the first property to be purchased by Melbourne Legacy as a residence for children.00310.1 Letter from Dudley A. Tregent, Solicitor, dated 15 January 1943, to Legatee E. Russell, Chair of the Hostel Committee, enclosing the survey sketch plan. White paper, black letterhead and typing, two holes punched for filing 00310.2 Survey sketch plan by Meudell, Gillespie & Co, dated 13 January 1943. Black type and printing, with some red shading and writing, on white foolscap paper. 00310.3 Letter from Meudell, Gillespie & Co to Mr. D.A. Tregent, Solicitor. Quarto, black typing, red underlining, on white.00310.1 Signed by D.A. Tregent 00310.2 Signed by Percival A. Jordan 00310.3 Signed by Percival A. Jordanholmbush initial negotiations, properties, holmbush -
Melbourne Legacy
Booklet, Melbourne Legacy Handbook, 1951
A guide to help Legatees understand their responsibilities. These handbooks are updated periodically. Also known and the Contactors Handbook. A handbook is issued to all Legatees to assist them with their work with the legacy widows; eg childrens' education, welfare, accommodation, health. A quick easy guide to services provided by Melbourne Legacy such as bursaries, medical care, financial assistance etc for Legatees use. It was reissued annually for many years prior to keeping this information electronically. Many issues are held at 00002 and 00305. Chapters of the book include the following (taken from the 1956 edition), many of which are committees: Administration Anzac Day Observance Comradeship. 'Comradeship is an integral and important part of Legacy. This committee's function is primarily to arrange social and other activities which bring members together so that they become known to each other on an intimate and friendly basis; and so that when a member strikes a problem, he immediately knows with whom he might get into touch to discuss it in then spirit of mutual assistance.' Finance Huntingdale (Golf Club) Intermediate Legacy Liaison Personnel Committee Programme Committee Dealing with the Junior Legacy Committee: Boys' Group Camps and holidays Christmas party Contact Cultural and Library Dental Demonstration Education Employment Firewood Girls' Group Housing and accomodation Legal Longbank (holiday home for widows in need of a rest) Medical Newsletter Older widows Optometrists Pensions Probation Residences Special cases Welfare Appendix A Allowances for school requisites Appendix B Scholarships Appendix C Pensions / War widows pensions / Commonwealth widows pensions / Immediate assistance SCTF Appendix D Repatriation Department Appendix E Commonwealth Social Services Appendix F CWD - Children's Welfare Department Appendix G Hospital and medical benefits for Legacy Widows and their dependants Appendix H AMF Relief Trust Fund Appendix I SCTF - Services Canteen Trust Fund Appendix J Sir Samuel McCaughey Bequest Appendix K Various sources of assistance available (eg clothing, blankets, POW associations, RSL, conveyance allowances.)A helpful booklet for Legatees in carrying out their duties.Printed paperback book with olive green cover, white pages and black type. Front cover, Melbourne Legacy Handbook and Legacy logo printed in black ink, 1951 handwritten in black biro and underlined twice in green pencil. Cover and pages stapled together. Page 4, alterations handwritten in blue ink, one alteration made by hand held stamp.regulations, objectives, rules