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Federation University Historical Collection
Document - Document - Design, E J Barker: University of Melbourne: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering; Civil Engineering 1 and 1A; Design of Welded Plate Girder, 1946
Assessment No 2 Project was to design a welded plate girder required in a building to span between two steel columns which have to be spaced 60 feet centre to centre. It needs to carry its own weight plus specified loads. This was part of Civil Engineering 1A . Jack chose to do Engineering while still at Footscray Technical School as it gave access to Diploma Courses and tertiary studies. This enabled him to enter the University of Melbourne and do a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering - 1945, 1946, and 1947. In 1948 he did a Diploma in Education at Melbourne University. From this path he was able to follow a career in teaching and his first appointment was at the School of Mines in Ballarat, (SMB) 1949. He became the first Vice Principal of SMB in 1960 and then Principal in 1964 to 1976. From 1976 to his retirement in 1987, he was the Foundation Director of Ballarat College of Advanced Education (BCAE). The Library building at Mount Helen Campus is named after him.Manila folder with design assessment. Written descriptions and detailed drawings.e j barker, jack barker, melbourne university, engineering, diploma of mechanical engineering, diploma of electrical engineering, school of mines ballarat, smb, diploma in education, vice principal, principal, foundation director, ballarat college of advanced education, bcae, bachelor of mechanical engineering, library, mount helen campus, engineering drawing, design, specifications, manufacture, civil engineering, welded plate girder, 60 feet, steel columns -
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Document - Document - Design, E J Barker: University of Melbourne: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering; Machine Design Assignments, 1947
Four folders of Machine Design projects. No.1: a. Reports on visits to various industries: Bristo Plastic Industries. b. Australian Iron and Steel. c. Olympic Cable Factory No 2: Medium Duty Centre Lathe Head Stock No.3: Vertical Multitubular Double Effect Evaporator No.4: Design and Drawings of 120 HP Diesel Engine Jack chose to do Engineering while still at Footscray Technical School as it gave access to Diploma Courses and tertiary studies. This enabled him to enter the University of Melbourne and do a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering - 1945, 1946, and 1947. In 1948 he did a Diploma in Education at Melbourne University. From this path he was able to follow a career in teaching and his first appointment was at the School of Mines in Ballarat, (SMB) 1949. He became the first Vice Principal of SMB in 1960 and then Principal in 1964 to 1976. From 1976 to his retirement in 1987, he was the Foundation Director of Ballarat College of Advanced Education (BCAE). The Library building at Mount Helen Campus is named after him.Manila folders with design assessments. Written descriptions and detailed drawings.e j barker, jack barker, melbourne university, engineering, diploma of mechanical engineering, diploma of electrical engineering, school of mines ballarat, smb, diploma in education, vice principal, principal, foundation director, ballarat college of advanced education, bcae, bachelor of mechanical engineering, library, mount helen campus, engineering drawing, design, specifications, manufacture, bristo plastic industries, australian iron and steel, olympic cable factory, centre lathe head stock, multitubular double effect evaporator, 120 hp diesel engine -
Federation University Historical Collection
Document - Document - Design, E J Barker: University of Melbourne: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering; Class notes and definitions
Notes are definitions and information on various aspects of Mechanical Engineering - Heat Engines, Internal Combustion Engines, Symbols for Physical Quantities, Historical-people and their inventions, Minutes of Meeting of Instructors and Examiners, Engineering Thermodynamics III, Refrigeration. Jack chose to do Engineering while still at Footscray Technical School as it gave access to Diploma Courses and tertiary studies. This enabled him to enter the University of Melbourne and do a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering - 1945, 1946, and 1947. In 1948 he did a Diploma in Education at Melbourne University. From this path he was able to follow a career in teaching and his first appointment was at the School of Mines in Ballarat, (SMB) 1949. He became the first Vice Principal of SMB in 1960 and then Principal in 1964 to 1976. From 1976 to his retirement in 1987, he was the Foundation Director of Ballarat College of Advanced Education (BCAE). The Library building at Mount Helen Campus is named after him.Handwritten and typed notes. Plain and lined sheets.e j barker, jack barker, melbourne university, engineering, diploma of mechanical engineering, diploma of electrical engineering, school of mines ballarat, smb, diploma in education, vice principal, principal, foundation director, ballarat college of advanced education, bcae, bachelor of mechanical engineering, library, mount helen campus, engineering drawing, design, specifications, manufacture, heat engines, internal combustion engine, symbols of physical quantities, hisory, people, inventions, instructors, examiners, report, refrigeration -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter, Letter to Frederick Gladstone Procter, 1949
Letter to F.Gladstone Proctor, teacher in Metalcraft at the Ballarat Technical Art School, and Acting Head of the Art School in 1949. 19th August, 1949 Mr F.G. Procter, School of Mines BALLARAT Dear Mr. Procter By direction of the School Council I have pleasure in conveying to you the Council's keen appreciation of teh steling service rendered by you as Acting Head of the Art School durign the past 18 months. The Council is particularly pleased with the number of improvements effected by you, very often in your own time, such as - the construction of a number of wearving looms, the framing of prints, the procuring, setting up and lighting of show cases and the assembling of a portable compressor unit for air-brush work. Yours faithfully [signed] F.E. Ferguson, Registrar These improvements, and the smooth running of the Art School under your guidance, have been a source of great satisfaction to the Council.ballarat school of mines, f.e. ferguson, f.g. proctor, glad proctor, ballarat technical art school, acting principal, f.g. procter, glad procter -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book - Ledger, Ballarat School of Mines Minutes: 1909-1918, 1909-1918
The Ballarat School of Mines was the first School of Mines in Australia. It is a predecessor institution of Federation University Australia.Hard coveredboob with leather spine and corners. The minites of the Ballarat School of Mines Council are handwrittten on the 25 March 1910 "... It was resolved that in the event of the Department of Forestry offering 250 pounds per annum for the instruction of their students at Creswick in Chemistry, Botany, Physics and Surveying that it be accepted ..." lined pages. 26 November 1909 "..It was decided to accept with thanks an offer of a flagpole and flag made by Mr W. Coltman through the student association. Mr Clegg to be consulted as to its erection. ..." 25 August 1916 "... A very cordial welcome was extended to Colonel Bolton, who was present for the first time since his return from Gallipoli. ... " 25 July 1910 "... A letter was received from the staff in reference to Mr Oddie's system of ventilation which he wishes introduced into the School. It was decided to postpone the matter for consideration when funds are available, ..." "... At Colonel Bolton's suggestion, it was decided to inform the Sectretary of the Returned Soldiers Association that applications from returned soldiers for free instruction at this School would be favorably considered, and that it would be in the best interests of the movement if applications for admission were received through the Association. ... that Councillors T. Hurley, R. Stephenson, Colonel Bolton and the Principals be appointed as a sub-committee with power to act, in dealing with application from Returned Soldiers. "ballarat school of mines, james bickett, richard t. vale, j.k. dunn, s.e. figgis, samuel figgis, j. lonie, r. maddern, j.y. mcdonald, w.h. middleton, d. mitchell, dr morrison, h.a. nevett, j. ssxton, dr scott, w.h. sewell, j. vikery, g.h. fitches, andrew anderson, g. buchanan, j. dunn, f. herman, j. mitchell, r. scott, r.e. williams, j.d. woolcott, j. pearse, james oddie, shackleton polarizer, forestry school, creswick, b. whittington, ida johnson, j. barber, j. foster, h. hall, w.j. humphries, s. flohm, signwriting, frank tate, colonel bolton, j.b. robinson, alexander peacock, h.h. smith, charles fenner, c.a. hoadley, a.w. steane, j.n. dunn, w.d. hill, c. fenner, g. fitches, r. pearse, a.o. stubbs, daniel walker, w. nixon, t. hurley, r. stephenson, a.e. cutter, w.h. flaey, j.w. gower, j.n. montgomery, ballarat school of mines museum, a.m. lilburne, d. maxwell, d. ronaldson, r.e. tunbridge, j. jolly, j.m. sutherland, frederick martell, w.j. hoare, j.j. brokenshire, r. cutter, g. remfry, j.e. molloy, .stewart bequest, h.b. herbert, j. kean, f. saunders, george swinburne, w.j. humphreys, j. stevens, william baragwanath, richard g. walker, j.f. wiles, w.j. parry, george vincent, m.hannah, repatriation, returned soldiers, william k. bolton, maurice copland, d.v. allen, r.f. barker, a.f. heseltine, r.w. richards, appointment of dick richards, j.f.w. sporn, p.g. brown, h. daykin -
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Photograph, Plaque for the Opening of the Ballarat School of Mines Amenities Building, 1981
... Photograph Plaque for the Opening of the Ballarat School of Mines ...Plaque for the Opening of the Ballarat School of Mines Amenities Building by Governor of Victoria Sir Henry Winneke.School of Mines & Industries Ballarat Amenitues Building was officially opened by His Excellency The Hon Sir Henry Winneke K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O., O.B.E., K.St. J., O.C. Governor of Victoria on 7th October 1981 G.H. Beanland K.J. Flecknoe Principal Presidentballarat school of mines, amenities building, building, henry winneke, graham beanland, ken flecknoe -
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Photograph, Plaque for Stage One of the Vocational Skills Centre, 1983, c1983
... Colour photograph School of Mines and Industries Ballarat ...Colour photographSchool of Mines and Industries Ballarat Established - 1870 Stage one of The Vocational Skills Cente was officially opened by the Hon. Robet Fordham M.P. Minister of Education in 29th April 1983 P.R. Shiells K.J. Flecknoe Principal Presidentbuildings, ballarat school of mines, smb campus, premier of victoria, plaque, vocational skills centre, stage one of the vocational skills centre, robert fordham, peter shiels, ken flecknoe -
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Photograph, Plaque for the L.F.J. Hillman Recreation Centre, 1984, c1984
... . Shiells President Principal buildings ballarat school of mines smb ...Colour photographThis building was officially opened on 3rd August, 1984 by L.F.J. Hillman in whose honour the recreation building is names thus commemorating dedicated service to The School of Mines and Industries Ballarat K.J. Flecknoe P.R. Shiells President Principalbuildings, ballarat school of mines, smb campus, premier of victoria, plaque, ken flecknoe, peter shiells, hillman recreation centre, l.f.j. hillman -
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Photograph, Plaque for the Ballarat School of Mines Hospitality Facility, 1988, c1984
... Photograph Plaque for the Ballarat School of Mines Hospitality ...Colour photographThe School of Mines and Industries Ballarat limited Established 1870 This plaque commemorates the official opening of the hospitality facility on the 15th April 1988 by The Honourable Ian Cathie MP Minister Assisiting the Minister for Education with Responsibility for Training and Post Secondary Education. K.J. Flecknoe P.R. Shiells President Principalbuildings, ballarat school of mines, smb campus, premier of victoria, plaque, ken flecknoe, peter shiells, hospitality facility, ian cathie -
Federation University Historical Collection
Document, E.J. Barker's Practical Laboratory Notes, 1938, 1939, 1942, 1938 and 1942
... of the Ballarat School of Mines.... of the Ballarat School of Mines. E.J. Barker Jack Barker Footscray ...The lecture notes were obtained by Footscrat Technical School student E.J. (Jack) Barker, who later became the Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines.Foolscap manilla folders containing loose-leaf (and several stapled sets) of printed sheets, and hand-written laboratory. .2. A proceduree.j. barker, jack barker, footscray technical school, laboratory notes, lecture notes -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book, Ballarat School of Mines President's Report, 1937
... Ballarat School of Mines President's Report Principal's report ...principal's report, president's report, south australia excursion, l.f.j. hillman -
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Document - Reference, Correspondence between Herbert H. Smith and E.J. Tippett, 1911
H. H. Herbert was the Principal of the Ballarat Technical Art School.Handwritten correspondenceDear Mr Tippett Re Your Suggestions that I supply you with a record of the history of the Art School. To be placed on record which I think is very desirable & as I am the ony living man that can do so, I will be very please to do so now, before I get into my dotage. I was one of the first students - when it was established by the Art-Gallery & was for 7 years the first and only assistant master - under Mr Carew-Smyth leaving for 5 years to take charge of the Sale Techl Art School for 5 years to take charge of Art School Ballarat, until my retirement in 1940. I think the history of the School will be a valuable & interesting record. I was responsible for getting the present building & the plan initiated by me was adopted and carried out by Col Watson of the Public Works Dept. My approach through the Ladies Art Assn to Sir Alexander Peacock resulted in him placing 80,000 on the estimates for the building of same. ...kalgoorlie school of mines reference, kalgoorlie school of mines, a.f. heseltine, f.b. allen, herbert h. smith, h. h. smith, ballarat technical art school -
Federation University Historical Collection
Photograph, Plaque Relating to the Ballarat School of Mines Museum, c1990
The curator of the relaunched Ballarat School of Mines Museum was Gael Ramsay. Photograph of a metal plaque located in the Ballarat School of MinesThe School of MInes and Industries Ballarat School Museum Established - 1870 This plaque commemorates the re-opening of the Museum on 24 March 1982 by Graham Beanland B/E/E?. Dip. Ed.. M.B.A. Principal 1976-1982.ballarat school of mines museum, reopening, launch, graham beanland, gael ramsay -
Federation University Historical Collection
Letter - correspondence, Letter to the Manager of Selkirk Pty Ltd
... of the Ballarat School of Mines. ... written by E.J. Barker, the Principal of the Ballarat School ...Letter written by E.J. Barker, the Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines. e.j. barker, jack barker, selkirk bricks -
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Letter - correspondence, Letter from E.J. Barker, Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines
... Letter from E.J. Barker, Principal of the Ballarat School... correspondence Letter Letter from E.J. Barker, Principal of the Ballarat ...Letter concerning the history of commerial courses at the Ballarat School of Mines. ballarat school of mines, e.j. barker, jack barker, commerical courses -
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Letter - correspondence, Reference for Phillip James Smith
... of the Ballarat School of Mines. ... for Phillip James Smith by E.J. Barker, Principal of the Ballarat ...Reference for Phillip James Smith by E.J. Barker, Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines. reference, e.j. barker, phillip smith, phillip james smith, ballarat school of mines -
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Furniture, Ballarat School of Mines Principal's Chair
... principals of the Ballarat School of Mines, from establishment until... Furniture Ballarat School of Mines Principal's Chair lower legs ...lower legs and stand of a timber chair used by successive principals of the Ballarat School of Mines, from establishment until E.J. (Back) Barker. At the time of Jack Barker's retirement he was presented with the chair. ballarat school of mines, principal's chair, e.j. barker -
Federation University Art Collection
Sculpture - Bust, Greenhalgh, Victor, Dick Richards by Victor Greenhalgh
... of the Ballarat School of Mines, Richard W. Richards.... of Antarctic Explorer and former Principal of the Ballarat School ...Victor GREENHALGH (1900-1983) Born Australia Victor Greenhalgh studied at at the Ballarat School of Mines, and was appointed to the staff in 1938. He was the commissioned sculptor for the King George V statue located in Ballarat's Sturt Street Gardens, as well as eight of the portrait busts of Australian Prime Ministers which line the "Avenue of Prime Ministers" in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens. From 1938 he taught at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT). The bust of Dick Richards was Victor Greenhalgh's last work, and was cast after the sculptors death. It was donated to the Ballarat School of Mines by Victor Greenhalgh's wife Violet Greenhalgh (Hambly). Dick Richards and Victor Greenhalgh were brothers-in-law. Dick Richards was a member of Shackleton's ill-fated Trans-Antarctic Expedition, and was awarded the Albert Medal for his heroic contribution as a member of the Ross Sea Shore party. In 1972 the Albert Medal was exchanged for the more widely recognised George Cross. Speaking at the unveiling of the sculpture in Dick Richards said that on his return fro the expedition in 1917 he had little inclination for a sedentary or a teaching career. By the time he retired in 1958 he was not at all sorry that he had spent his life as a teacher. Victor Greenhalgh died in Queensland in 1983. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Bronze bust of Antarctic Explorer and former Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines, Richard W. Richards.art, artwork, dick richards, r.w. richards, richard w. richards, victor greenhalgh, antarctic explorer, alumni, violet greenhalgh, violet hambly, sculpture, staffmember, ballarat technical art school, school of mines ballarat -
Old Colonists' Association of Ballarat Inc.
Photograph - Image, John Robson
John Robson was born at Newcastle, Northumberland, England, the son of Mathew Robson and Hannah Sproat. Hesailed to Australia on the "Arabian", landing at Port Phillip in 1854. Obituary DEATH OF MR. JOHN ROBSON ANOTHER PIONEER GONE. AN EXTREMELY VERSATILE MAN. General regret was expressed at the death yesterday morning at Miss Garnett's private hospital, of Mr John Robson, musician and and elocutonist and one of Ballarat's oldest, best known and most respected citizens. Mr Robson had been sitting for a few weeks, and his medical adviser, diagnosed his complaint as appendicitis, which afflicted, him in such a severe form that an operation was deemed to be absolutely necessary. He was removed to Miss Garnett's private hospital, and about a week ago he was operated upon. Mr Robson, being a man of robust constitution, stood the shock of the operation well, and he was making good headway towards recovery when the spell of hot weather set in, and caused exhaustion. Heart failure followed, and exhaustion the attention of his medical adviser, and the careful nursing he received, the end came peacefully at the time stated above. Mr John Robson was born at Newcastle, Northumberland, England, in , and he was therefore 72 years of age. Mr Robson's father, who was a contractor, had much to do with the building of the City of Newcastle. After passing through minor schools, Mr John Robson entered the academy of Professor Ross, and soon rose to a foremost position in the classes. When his studies were completed he was apprenticed to an architect and for a time studied the technique of this important branch of his father's calling. His adaptability for the work was great, and hopes were entertained that he would rise to a high position in the profession. Then came glowing reports of the wonderful Australian gold discoveries. Mr Robson’s father decided to migrate to these parts, and he sent a son to prepare the way. Believing that tools and timber might not be procured in Australia. Mr Robson, senr, constructed a portable wooden residence, which was shipped in pieces on the White Star liner Arabian which brought the family over. In 1854 Mr John Robson, who was then nearly 17 years of age, landed at Port Phillip, and with the other members of the family came on to Ballarat, which place he made his home to the end. When he first reached Ballarat, Mr Robson joined in the search for gold, but not being strong enough for this rough work, he turned his attention to carpentering. This he did not care much about, and in 1858 he was appointed a teacher in St. Paul's Day School, Ballarat, but in the following year he relinquished this position and became exchange clerk in the local branch of the National Bank. Being adapted to this quickly made himself acquainted with the details of a banker’s profession, and his rise was rapid. In the year 1871, about 12 years after he joined the bank, he was appointed manager, and for four years occupied that position with conspicuous success. He was connected with the National Bank for eighteen years, and in 1875 he entered business on his own account. With his brother, Mr Wm. Robson, he erected red-gum sawmills at Gunbower, on the River Murray. Subsequently he was offered the management of the Australian and European Bank in mills. In 1886, he accepted the position and held it until the bank was absorbed by the Commercial Bank of Australia. For a time he lived privately, still, how ever, holding his interest in the saw mills. In 1886, he accepted, the position of manager of the Ballarat branch of the Mercantile Bank of Australia. This bank was closed in 1892, and Mr Robson retired, altogether from commercial circles. In the meantime his brother died, and the saw-mills were sold. Mr Robson held a very important position in music, in fact he for many years was looked upon as the leading musician in Ballarat, he being master of quite a variety of instruments. In 1864. he was appointed conductor of the old Harmonic Society in this city, and subsequently conductor of the Ballarat Liedertafel. Under his leadership this society attained a high state of efficiency, which has since been well-maintained. Many years ago Mr Robson formed an operatic company from amongst Ballarat residents, and such beautiful operas as “Lucrezia Borgia' "Lucia di Lammermoor," “Ernani,' La Sonnambula,” and others were successfully rendered. As an elocutionist, Mr Robson attained much prominence, he being recognised as one of the most capable teachers in Ballarat. He was president of the one-time Ballarat Shakespearian Dramatic Club, which under his direction, from time to time produced Shakespeare’s masterpieces. In this, too, he took the chief characters, the roles of Macbeth, Othello, Hamlet, and Shylock, all being powerfully represented by him. For some years prior to his demise Mr Robson, acted as a teacher of music, and elocution, and many of his pupils, competed with great success at the Ballarat and other competitions. Some years ago he acted as adjudicator at the South street competitions, when he gave every satisfaction, and his services were frequently secured to judge at competitions in other parts of the State and in other states of the Commonwealth. At the Ballarat band contests every year, he was a conspicuous figure, and he always acted as leader of the massed bands, by whom his appearance was always enthusiastically greeted. In his younger days he took a keen interest in several forms of sport, was a successful oarsman, one of the best amateur boxers of his weight and as a billiard player was able to hold his own with professionals. 'Mr Robson was an earnest adherent of the Church of England, and in social and other organisations he from time to time held important positions. As a Anglican churchman, he was widely respected, being the official principal and lay Canon of the Cathedral, a member of the Bishops Council, and a prominent member of St. Paul's Church, Ballarat East. He was also a prominent member of the Masonic order. and was a Past Grand Junior Warden of the Grand Lodge of Freemasons of Victoria, an office which he filled with the greatest credit. He was also a member of the Old Colonists' Association and the Mechanics' Institute, was at one time vice-president of the Art Gallery was once a member of the School of Mines Council, and was many years ago made a Justice of the Pence. On many occasions he was asked to stand for Parliament, as a representative of Ballarat and on one occasion he consented to do so, but subsequently retired without going to the poll in favor of the late Mr Daniel Brophy. He was also often pressed to stand for both the Ballarat East and City Councils, but he declined to allow himself to be nominated. Mr Robson was an active gentleman, and a brilliant conversationalist. His courtesy, high mental and moral endowments, and warm open-heartedness, made him a most interesting and congenial companion. During his long residence in Ballarat, which city he declined to sever his connected with, he was well known and much courted, and was looked up on as one of the most prominent citizens, and his loss will be very severely felt. Some years ago a portrait of Mr Robson, in full Masonic regalia, was painted by he late Mr Stanton Bowman, and was presented by Mr Robson to the citizens, and it was hung in the City Hall, where it is always admired by visitors. The late Mr John Robson never married, and with his brother, James, lived for many years in Eureka street, Ballarat. The two brothers were nearly always together, and as they walked the streets with arms linked, they were frequently referred to as the Siamese twins. The only Australian relative of the late Mr John Robson is his brother. Mr James Robson, who hardly left the bedside during John's illness, and to him the blow has been a very severe one. In his bereavement he will have the heartfelt sympathy not only of the whole of the residents of Ballarat, but of people in all parts of the State. When the news of Mr Robson’s death became known the flags were flown at half-mast at the City and Town Halls, and the Old Colonists’ Hall, out of respect to the memory of the deceased. The interment will take place at the Old Cemetery this afternoon. The cortege will leave “Rothbury," Eureka street, Mr Robson’s late residence, at 3 o'clock, for St. Paul’s Church, where there will be a short service conducted by the vicar, the Rev T. A. Colebrook. (Ballarat Star, January 1910)Photographic portrait of John Robson, member of the Old Colonists' Association of Ballarat.john robson, old colonists' association of ballarat, old colonists' club -
Federation University Art Collection
Artwork, other - Bronze repousse, Smith, H.H, Maurice Copland Memorial Tablet attributed to H.H. Smith, c1920
... Maurice Copland was the Principal of the Ballarat School... to former Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines Maurice Copland...., dedicated to former Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines ...Maurice Copland was the Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines when he died aged 40. It is believed that H.H. Smith, Principal of the Ballarat Technical Art School, was responsible for this plaque. "The design for the proposed Memorial Tablet to the late Principal Mr Maurice I. Copland is respectfully submitted for your approval. It is estimated to cost in oxidized copper and polished blackwood 8.00 pounds." (Ballarat Technical Art School Principal's reports, 26 August 1921) The Ballarat Courier reported on 18 November 1922 :... The tablet had been executed by Mr H.H. Smith and his staff, to whom it was a credit, It would permanently remond them of one of whom they could not think to highly. ..." The tablet was erected just outside Maurice Copland's office, above his chair. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Copper repousse plaque, mounted on blackwood, dedicated to former Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines Maurice Copland.In memory of Maurice Copland, B.M.E.,, principal of this school 1917-1920. Died 1st August 1920.art, artwork, repousse, maurice copland, plaque, h.h. smith, ballarat technical art school, ballarat school of mines, metalwork -
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Ceramic - Artwork - Ceramics, Ballarat School of Mines Sherry Glasses, c1951
Marjorie Evelyn GARNER Although not a fully enrolled student, Majorie Garner attended Pottery classes at the School of Mines) run by Neville Bunning. She also took advantage of other classes offer to 'non-students' such as oil painting classes for women run by Geoff Mainwaring. These popular extension programmes promoted the Ballarat School of Mines and their Technical Art School, especially among middle-class women who would otherwise have had little connection with the institution. Majorie was married to Leslie Garner, the Principal of the Ballarat Junior Technical School, a division of the Ballarat School of Mines. Two hand thrown ceramics 'sherry glasses' with the Ballarat School of Mines shield in oxide. The glasses are houses in a small blue and white lidded box. marjorie garner, leslie garner, geoff mainwaring, neville bunning, alumni, ceramics, ballarat school of mines, ballarat junior technical school -
Federation University Art Collection
Painting - Oil on board, 'Jack Barker' by Geoff Mainwaring, 1987
... Framed portrait of Jack Barker, Principal of the Ballarat... Barker, Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines, and inaugural ...Geoffrey MAINWARING (29 October 1912-13 April 2000) Born Adelaide South Australia Geoffrey Mainwaring studied at the South Australian School of Arts and Crafts before becoming an art teacher at Thebarton Technical School (1928-36). Mainwaring was adept at depicting a variety of subjects, from landscapes to portraits, and was very competent using a variety of media, including pencil, oils, and watercolour. He was a confident draftsperson, and completed many sensitively rendered portraits that give an insight into the character of the sitter. In June 1941 Geoffrey Mainwaring (SX13471) joined the 2nd Australian Imperial Force, and after five months was transferred to the Engineers and employed as a Sergeant-Instructor, specialising in demolitions. In late 1942, he was sent to New Guinea as an Australian army artist on probation. On 27 May 1947, Mainwaring was discharged from the Army, having served for five and a half years. He was appointed as an artist on a civilian basis until his paintings were completed in March 1948. In 1949 he was appointed Head of the Art School at the Ballarat School of Mines (now Federation University Australia). He continued to paint commissioned portraits for the Australian War Memorial until the late 1950s. Geoffrey Mainwaring died at Ballarat in April 2000. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 1000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Framed portrait of Jack Barker, Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines, and inaugural Director of the Ballarat Institute of Advanced Education (later Federation University Australia).art, artwork, e.j. barker, jack barker, mainwaring, geoff mainwaring, geoffrey mainwaring, portrait, school of mines, ballarat school of mines, australian war memorial, australian war artist -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, Correspondence relating to Dick Richards, Hilda Wardle and Allan Richardson, 1983
... Dick Richards was the former Principal at the Ballarat... was the former Principal at the Ballarat School of Mines, and member ...Dick Richards was the former Principal at the Ballarat School of Mines, and member of Shackleton's Antarctic Expedition. Correspondence relating to Dick Richards, Hilda Wardle and Allan Richardson.“He [Dick] was a friend of my mother (then Hilda Allan Wardle) … and his wife, Dorothy, was, I understand a cousin of my mother. …” Dick Richards responds “Hilda was a great friend of both myself and my former wife.” ballarat school of mines, dick richards, r.w. richards, richard w. richards, dorothy richards, hilda wadle, alan richardson -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, Correspondence from General Motors - Holden's Limited to the Principal, The School of Mines and Industries, regarding the loan of a household refrigerator, 30/05/1949
Letter to the Principal of The School of Mines and Industries Ballarat from General Motors - Holden's Limited, stating the Principals' previous letter to Mr W. W. Watson had not been received. A. A. McCullagh, manager of Frigidaire and Household Appliances stated the matter for the loan of a domestic refrigerator will be looked in to. Quarto paper colour letterhead the school of mines and industries ballarat, general motors - holden's limited, principal, mr w. w. watson, a. a. mccullagh, frigidaire and household appliances -
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Letter - Correspondence, Correspondence - From the Flinders Rangers Silver Lead No Liability to the Principal, School of Mines Ballarat regarding the payment of a "May Jig", 26/08/1949
... Liability to the Principal, School of Mines Ballarat regarding the...Correspondence to the Principal of School of Mines Ballarat... Lead No Liability to the Principal, School of Mines Ballarat ...Correspondence to the Principal of School of Mines Ballarat from Flinders Ranges Silver Lead No Liability, enclosing a cheque for 50 pounds, for the purchase of one "May Jig" from a Mr Ling. Fine paper with Flinders Ranges Silver Lead letterhead.Water mark W J & Co 3009 Extra Strong Hand written "Receipt posted 29-8-49"principal, ballarat school of mines, flinders ranges silver lead no liability, "may jig", ling, l.t. ewins -
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Correspondence, Correspondence from The Steel Company of Australia to Victorian Institute of Colleges, The Steel Company
... of the Ballarat School of Mines) .2 - Photocopied paper - Heat sensitive.... Arblaster (former Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines) .2 ...Mr. H. E. Arblaster comments on the Ballarat School of Mines submission for Bachelor of Applied Science in Metallurgy in a letter to Victorian Institute of Colleges (Copy) Mr. H. E. Arblaster comments on the Ballarat School of Mines submission for Bachelor of Applied Science in Metallurgy in a letter to Mr F Morgan, Mason & Cox P/L (Copy) Letter acknowledging the Arblaster copies, from Ballarat School of Mines .1 - Business Card of Harold E. Arblaster (former Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines) .2 - Photocopied paper - Heat sensitive coy of a letter from Harry Arblaster of th Steel Company of Australia to R. Parry, Registrar of the Victoria Institute of Colleges, 18 March 1971. .3 - Photocopied paper .4 - Photocopied paper .5 - Photocopied paper .6 - Photocopied paper .7 - Photocopied paper .8 - Typed carbon letter to Harold Arblaster concerning the proposed degree in Metallurgy.victoria institute of colleges, h.e. arblaster, arlaster, ballarat school of mines, metallurgy, f. morgan, morgan, mason and cox, r. parry, harold arblaster, frank morgan -
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Correspondence, Correspondence Confirming Ballarat School of Mines Qualifications, 1971, 25/01/1971
The Hon. Branch Secretary of the Victorian Branch of The Association of Professional Engineers Australia asked the Principal of Ballarat Institute of Advanced Education for confirmation of Mr John William Baldock Diploma qualifications. The Principal MR E. J. Barker replied confirming the qualifications.1) Quarto letterhead requestion information on John William Baldock. .2) Typing paper.1) The Association of Professional Engineers Australia letterhead including logoe.j. barker, jack barker, associaiton of professional engineers, australia, j.a. gilmour, john william baldock -
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Correspondence, R. W. (Dick) Richards, Letters from Dick Richards to John Tippett, 1971-84, 1971-1984
... Dick Richards was a Principal at the Ballarat School... was a Principal at the Ballarat School of Mines. John Tippett ...Dick Richards was a Principal at the Ballarat School of Mines. John Tippett was the President of the Ballarat School of Mines CouncilPhotocopies of three letters written by Dick Richards to John Tippett. .1) One page typed letter dated 31 October 1971. The letter relates to the Albert Medal and George Cross. .2) One page typed letter dated 11 November 1983. The letter thanks John and Anne Tippett for their birthday wishes. It also mentions J.L. Cope and the role he played in Dick Richards recovery from severe physical collapse in August 1916. Richards writes 'he nursed by like a mother for a protracted period. ...' The letter ends with 'I ain't no bloody hero but I thought you would like to know. .3) One page typed letter dated 03 November 1984. It is a general letter which mentions Tony Gaze, Irvine Gaze. Irvine GAZE joined the RAF during World War One and was shot down near at luftwafer camp. A German airman saw Irvine Gaze's white polar ribbon and invited him to a meal where the President was Hermann Goering. Tony Zaze was a Spitfire pilot during World War 2 and was shot down about 100 miles from where his father was shot down. He escaped with the assistance of the resistance.dick richards, r.w. richards, antarctica, albert medal, george cross, john tippett, e.j.t. tippett, tony gaze, irvine gaze, luftwafer, white polar ribbon, hermann goering, lex davidson -
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Correspondence, Letter from Dick Richards to Jack Barker of the Ballarat School of Mines, 1972
... of the Ballarat School of Mines.... of the Ballarat School of Mines. The letter discusses the upgrading..., Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines. The letter discusses ...Both Dick Richards and Jack Barker served as Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines.Letter from Dick Richards to Jack Barker, Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines. The letter discusses the upgrading of the Albert Medal to the George Cross. dick richards, jack barker, ballarat school of mines, albert medal, george medal, james richards, peter richards -
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Document, Acquisition of the Mt Helen Site, 05/10/1982
... E.J. Barker was the Principal of the Ballarat School... pages E.J. Barker was the Principal of the Ballarat School ...E.J. Barker was the Principal of the Ballarat School of Mines, and later became the first director of the Ballarat Institute of Advanced Education at Mt Helen. Three typed pages mount helen campus, mount helen site, l.h. vernon and associates, mt clear, mount clear, reid, arthur nicholson, m.b. john, r. bell, john bloomfield, lord casey, g.j. harrison, e.j. barker