Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.River Yarra from Alexandra Avenue, Melbourne. Coloured postcard. Weir collection."River Yarra from Alexandra Avenue, Melbourne"postcards, george and edith weir, alexandra avenue - melbourne, yarra river, weir collection

One of a number of 'real photo' and commercial postcards created by or owned by members of the Christian and Washfold families of Kew. The postcards are part of a larger collection of photographs, postcards and publications donated to the collection in May 2021.Black and white postcard of the miniature village in the Fitzroy Gardens. Printed by Kodak Melbourne, and possibly printed from a photograph by a member of the Christian or Washfold families of Kew. postcards, miniature village -- fitzroy gardens, christian-washfold collection

Postcard inscribed on reverse "Eltham 26.12.12"Digital file only Postcards scanned from the collection of Michael Aitken on loan to EDHS, 13 Feb 2018michael aitken collection, postcards, research (vic.)

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.St Patrick's Cathedral, Melbourne. Coloured postcard. Weir collection."St Patrick's Cathedral, Melbourne"postcards, george and edith weir, st patrick's cathedral - melbourne, weir collection, postcards -- melbourne (vic.)

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne. Coloured postcard. Weir collection.postcards, george and edith weir, st paul's cathedral - melbourne, churches - melbourne, weir collection, postcards -- melbourne (vic.)

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.Newhaven is in Edinburgh, Scotland. Portraits of fishwives were popular subjects for postcards due to the colourful, layered, striped outfits that they wore. The fishwife sits on rocks beside a basket of fish. The postcard would appear to be a studio portrait. The postcard was probably purchased by George and Edith Weir on a trip to England and Scotland, circa 1928."A Newhaven Fishwife"postcards, george and edith weir, newhaven - east sussex, fishwife series, weir collection, postcards — england — uk

Postcards were a common form of souvenirs for soldiers who were travelling around Europe either during World War 1 or just after, before returning to Australia. The link to Legacy is not known but there are many postcards are in the collection.Postcards were a very common form of communication in the first World War. This postcard also records Gallipoli for those who didn't have cameras. This type of souvenir would have been familiar to the first Legatees as they had served in World War 1 and many had served at Gallipoli.The front image of the postcard is a drawing of soldiers standing on a beach. One man in uniform can be see standing in the foreground, while several others are amassing on the shore. Six ships can be seen on the sea horizon. There is a small hole at the top of the postcard, most likely from a thumb tack.Front of postcard: "PREPARING TO EMBARK ON THE LAST STAGE OF THEIR VOYAGE TO THE GALLIPOLI PENINSULA: SOME OF THE AUSTRALIAN TROOPS / WHOSE LANDING THERE WAS A SPLENDID FEAT OF ARMS."war correspondence, souvenir

The postcards were in a collection re C.J.C. Mcquie MM, refer Cat No 9680P for his service details. .1) Dated 17.1.1915, talks about landing in Eygpt and about getting to the rank of Captain, relationship to McQuie is unknown. .2) Dated 20 Oct 15 to McQuie's Mother, talks about being on the boat nearing destination and that Ross Freeman and Angus Mackay were on the boat. ( Refer Cat No's 3251P & 2058.3P for their details) .3) Dated 28 Oct 15 to McQuie's Father, talks about being in it before you get this. .4) Dated Eygpt 15 to McQuie's Mother, talks about the image on the Postcard..1) Postcard B&W with a street view in Eygpt, on rear a full page letter in black pen and dated. .2) Postcard sepia tone with a harbour scene in Eygpt, on rear a full page letter in black text and dated. .3) Postcard sepia tone with a harbour scene in Eygpt. .4) Postcard B&W with a scene of the Spinx and the Pyramids, on rear text in pencil..1) On rear, "Dear Grandfather - Love to Aunty Mabel - Your affec Grandson Louis"postcards, photos, mcquie

Murray Comrie Collection. This is an original photo-postcard. Sepia photo-postcard depicting a man standing outside Tarnagulla Post Office.Reverse is printed as standard postcard format (blank/unused). Handwritten on reverse in tiny lettering is 'Mrs Ison' probably referring to the person who gave this item to Murray Comrie.tarnagulla, post office, people, commercial road, lighting

John Lachlan McIntyre was born at Beeac, Victoria in December 1890. He enlisted in the 1st AIF in July 1915. John fought on the Western Front, taking part in the battles of Fromelles and the 2nd Battle of the Somme. He was severely wounded at Fromelles and spent 12 months in hospital in England before returning to the front. John returned home in 1919 and was granted a soldier settlement block in Lara in 1937. He was a founding member of Lara RSL and is its longest serving member. John died in 1990. This letter was written by John and sent to his mother in 1918 on his journey through Belgium. The McIntyre family were early pioneers in the Lara district, and the brothers were founding members of the Lara RSL. This letter represents a significant link to the history of the town and sub-branch.A brown envelope addressed to Miss J McIntyre. Within the envelope is a pack of 12 illustrated souvenir post cards. Envelope: O.A.S. Tower of London. Miss J McIntyre. Elcho Lara lake, Australia, Victoria. Rear of postcard pack: London December 27th 18 Dear Mother, I arrived here yesterday. Spent Xmas day travelling across France. The trip took the best part of four days. We are up near Belgium. Had to go into Belgium to get a train. Will write when I get settled. Hoping you are all well. With best wishes for a happy new year. Jack. Edition Martinetty Charleroi Front of pack: J. L. McIntyre Xmas 1918 Souvenir de Charleroi-Belgium 12 cartes postales 12 En Photochrommother, letter, postcard, first world war, wwi, world war one, belgium, lara

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.Parliament House and Treasury, Spring Street, Melbourne. Coloured postcard of early Melbourne. Weir collection."Parliament House and Treasury, Melbourne"postcards, george and edith weir, parliament house - melbourne, treasury building - melbourne, weir collection

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.Parliament House and Treasury, Spring Street, Melbourne. Coloured postcard of early Melbourne. Weir collection."Parliament House and Treasury, Melbourne"postcards, george and edith weir, parliament house - melbourne, treasury building - melbourne, weir collection

Historic postcard from the townAdvertises fishing in the town, historic photographs of local landmarksPostcard, front of which opens with a fold out row of pictures of local scenesJust a line from Peterborough.peterborough 3270, fishing, postcards, vintage postcards, valentine publishing

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.Bird's eye view of Melbourne looking across a park to the Princess Theatre. Coloured postcard. Weir collection."Bird's Eye View of Melbourne"postcards, george and edith weir, princess theatre, eastern hill - melbourne, weir collection

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.Bird's eye view of Melbourne looking across a park to the Princess Theatre. Coloured postcard. Weir collection."Bird's Eye View of Melbourne"postcards, george and edith weir, princess theatre, eastern hill - melbourne, weir collection

Holmes Family Ascot WW1 memorabilia This card was most probably sent from Harry Holmes to a family member in Ascot, Victoria during his overseas service during World War One. http://www.army.gov.au/Our-history/History-in-Focus/The-Battle-of-Messines-1917Black and white postcard with a photographic impression of Messines - Rue de la Pierre.Unwritten postcard.chatham-holmes family collection, world war one, ascot, messines, holmes, chatham-holmes family collection, world war one, ascot, messines, holmes, postcard

Postcard; W.M. Butterworth No. 3Digital file only Postcards scanned from the collection of Michael Aitken on loan to EDHS, 13 Feb 2018michael aitken collection, postcards, greensborough, main road

POSTCARD SENT TO MRS. L. MCLENNAN, QUEENSLAND.1 ORIGINAL POSTCARD - OVERVIEW OF CLUNES - FROM SCENIC DRIVE, SHOWING TOWN HALL, CLUB HOTEL ETC. .2 SEPIA COPY OF ABOVE PRINTED ON PHOTOGRAPHIC PAPER .3 COLOURED COPIES OF ABOVE POSTCARD REPRODUCED BY BAWDEN PHOTO .4 black and white photograph1. On reverse of postcard addressed to; Mrs. L. McLennan, Olive Station, via Marlborough, Rockhampton - hand written message "Dear A., Lot is home have not seen here yet. I will write next week. hope G is better, Bear would like a trip, love from all Kit .3.4 On front of postcards in white printing; Clunes Bawden Photolocal history, document, postcard, clunes township

Murray Comrie Collection. This is an original postcard. Black and white photographic postcard depicting Company's Dam corner Gladstone and King Streets, Tarnagulla.Reverse is printed as a postcard format (blank/unused). Handwritten on reverse: 'Please return to Hilda Clarke, Box [redacted for privacy] , Tarnagulla'. Stamped on reverse 'C. Bock, Photo, Tarnagulla'.tarnagulla, dam, water, company's dam, king street, bock print, comrie

In WW1 postcards often were prepared with actual personal photos on front. Identity of the soldiers is unknown.Various black and white photos of WW1 soldiers posing for formal photos. Primarily on the front of a postcard. Some cards from Australia and some marked from France.2. On back written "Lily K". 3. Message to "Dear L" from "Jack" 4. Message "With love, to Lilly from Stan Mac 19/9/17". 6. Message "With love from Jack xxx".postcards, ww1

Postcard inscribed on reverse "Eltham 26.12.12"Digital file only Postcards scanned from the collection of Michael Aitken on loan to EDHS, 13 Feb 2018michael aitken collection, postcards, research (vic.), state school

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.Novelty View Card, part of a series, representing different locations in the United Kingdom. The front of the card opens to reveal ten postcards, joined concertina-like. The postcard was purchased by George and Edith Weir on a trip to England and Scotland, circa 1928."22.5.1928"postcards, george and edith weir, isle of wight, weir collection, postcards - isle of wight

This postcard is part of an album of postcards which date from late 19th century to mid 20th century.This postcard is in an album of postcards dating from the late 19th century to mid 20th century and, as such, indicate the popularity of postcards during that time.A postcard of a black and white photograph of High Street, Malvern in the early 20th century.Front of postcard: No inscriptions Back of card: Left side - "Thursday / I shall be / glad to see / you tomorrow / Friday come / before 12 oclock / for lunch / Mrs Jenkins' Right side - "J D Hicks / Kings Theatre / Melbourne / City"postcard, 1900s, malvern, melbourne, 20th century, "green postcard album"

Part of a collection of Rose & Valentine Postcards. Copied by John Jansson 1984Black & White Postcard. View of San Remo Shore - showing buildings in background.San Remo Shore - 251local history, photography, photographs, postcards, black & white postcard copy

The photo postcard is a black and white version of a Rose Stereographic Co postcard - see item 7379, of Sturt St looking East from about Dawson St with the shops on the southern side and the Town Hall in the view. Has an ESCo tram in the bottom right-hand corner. Yields information about the appearance of Sturt St following the introduction of electric trams in 1905 and has a strong association with the work of Rose Stereograph Co.Postcard with a handwritten letter on rear. Dated 4/4/07See image 2 for details of the handwritten note on the rear. tramways, trams, sturt st, postcards, dawson st, esco

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.River Mersey - The End of the Voyage. One of a set of three [originally six] 'High Class Postcards of Memories of the Mersey, Beautifully Reproduced in Nature Colours', in their original brown envelope. The postcard was probably purchased by George and Edith Weir on a trip to England and Scotland, circa 1928."River Mersey - The End of the Voyage"postcards, george and edith weir, river mersey, postcards -- uk, weir collection

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.River Mersey - Outward Bound. One of a set of three [originally six] 'High Class Postcards of Memories of the Mersey, Beautifully Reproduced in Nature Colours', in their original brown envelope. The postcard was probably purchased by George and Edith Weir on a trip to England and Scotland, circa 1928."River Mersey - Outward Bound"postcards, george and edith weir, river mersey, postcards -- uk, weir collection

Postcards of day often held actual photos on front side. Re collection of "John Arthur Remington Alexander" No. 2237, AFC, AIF. Refer Cat 7820 for his service details.1. Black and white postcard photo of the streetscape of "The Bargate, Southampton". On the back is a message from "Andy" to Jack (presumably J.A.R. Alexander). 2. Formal picture of rows of serviceman in uniform in front of some buildings. Postcard space on back is empty. 3. 1. Letter to Jack from Andy. 2. Nil. 3. Says "Love to Daddy from Jack" "Baby held pen to sign above".postcards, ww1, john arthur remington alexander

The St Kilda Well Men's Clinic postcard (offering a free check up) using original photograph of men at St Kilda Baths Original black and white photograph (plus one copy). And two black and white advertising postcards (using image) unmounted, good conditionOn back of original photograph: The easy cameraderie of sun and salt water. On back of postcard: The St Kilda Well Men's Clinic

Collection of thirty-nine postcards donated by Jillian Rigby which had been owned by her grandparents, George and Edith Weir, who from c.1917 lived at 84 Princess Street, Kew. The mostly 'mint' postcards were purchased in Victoria and while travelling overseas. The sole dated postcard is dated from 1929. The postcards are numbered sequentially from 2017.0058.01-39. The remainder of the collection donated by Jill Rigby which was once owned by the Weirs of Broken Hill and Kew consist of costumes, costume accessories, photographs, and documents.The postcards in the Weir collection, especially those purchased on a trip or trips to the mother country, i.e. United Kingdom, represent a representative sample of sites that were considered significant to those Australians undertaking a reverse grand tour by member of the erstwhile colonies. Those postcards which are early views of Melbourne must have been produced commercially for some decades from the early part of the 20th century.River Mersey - Through Wind and Wave. One of a set of three [originally six] 'High Class Postcards of Memories of the Mersey, Beautifully Reproduced in Nature Colours', in their original brown envelope.The postcard was probably purchased by George and Edith Weir on a trip to England and Scotland, circa 1928. postcards, george and edith weir, river mersey, postcards -- england (uk), weir collection