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Federation University Historical CollectionCorrespondence, R. W. (Dick) Richards, Letters from Dick Richards to John Tippett, 1971-84, 1971-1984
... Richards writes 'he nursed by like a mother for a protracted period. ...' ...Richards writes 'he nursed by like a mother for a protracted period. ...' ...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 -
Kiewa Valley Historical SocietyFacit Calculator, Office Equipment
... This calculator is like a modern calculator style keypad with a traditional pinwheel calculator. ...Kiewa Valley Historical Society Mount Beauty Information Centre 31 Bogong High Plains Rd Mt Beauty high-country This calculator is like a modern calculator style keypad with a traditional pinwheel calculator. ...This calculator is like a modern calculator style keypad with a traditional pinwheel calculator. In operation it is similar to other Facit machines. The design from the 1930s was produced without interruption with only slight modifications until the early 1970s.This one hasn't a serial number or Model Number so date is unknown but probably the 1940s - 1950s when the SEC were constructing the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.Used by the SEC Office Staff when the SECV were constructing the Kiewa Hydro Electric SchemeBox shape with grey steel top and sides on a black base. Three thin strips of stainless steel embossed with numbers on the top and clear panels beside them. Front has 3 red and 10 black knobs with arrows on the red and numbers on the black. Sides have stainless steel pedals and winders. The machine is very heavy. See on-line "mechanical calculators.wordpress.com"'Facit' on the front.calculator, facit -
Eltham District Historical Society IncPhotograph, Mervyn, Bill and Dall on guard at Southernwood, 1916
... [Charles son, John Withers explained that his father and friend liked to play war games.]...[Charles son, John Withers explained that his father and friend liked to play war games.] John Withers Collection Eltham 1916 Main Road Southernwood Trenches Mervyn Britain Emily Gladys Withers Charles Meynell Pitt Withers "Mervyn, Bill and Dall 1916" Many items in this collection have suffered from significant water damage and black mould Digital file created from scan of original document on loan from private collection Mervyn, Bill and Dall on guard at Southernwood Photograph Photograph ...Charles Withers (aka Bill) with his good friend from school, Mervyn Britain and his eldest sister Emily (aka Dall) with mock trenches and rifles at the Withers family home, Southernwood, Eltham. The view is looking to the east with Main Road and associated buildings near ridge in distance. [Charles son, John Withers explained that his father and friend liked to play war games.]"Mervyn, Bill and Dall 1916" Many items in this collection have suffered from significant water damage and black mouldjohn withers collection, eltham, 1916, main road, southernwood, trenches, mervyn britain, emily gladys withers, charles meynell pitt withers -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.Photographs, 1920's
... Jimmy & Jack Clarke's nephew, Laurie, like his uncles, never married." 325-08 Inscription on back of photograph. ...Jimmy & Jack Clarke's nephew, Laurie, like his uncles, never married." 325-08 Inscription on back of photograph. ...325-07 Inscription on back of photograph. "Violet Clarke, sister of Jimmy and Jack Clarke all born at San Remo 1880's - 90's. Violet married a Mr Sinclair and was the mother of Laurie. Jimmy & Jack Clarke's nephew, Laurie, like his uncles, never married." 325-08 Inscription on back of photograph. "Violet was the sister of twins Jimmy & Jack Clarke" 325-07 & 08. Hand coloured sepia portraits of Violet Clarke. 325-09. Sepia photograph of Violet Clarke's wedding.325-09. "25 years ago". Violet Clarke's marriage to ? Sinclair. Best man is probably Jack Clarke, brother Jimmy was most likely at sea.violet clarke, jack clarke, arthur woodley -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionTool - Sugar Cutters, late 1800s - early 1900s
... These were made from sugar grown on plantations in the Americas. Sugar nippers like these were used for cutting off small pieces from sugar-loaves for domestic use. ...These were made from sugar grown on plantations in the Americas. Sugar nippers like these were used for cutting off small pieces from sugar-loaves for domestic use. ...In the 18th century people did not buy sugar as granules or lumps as we do today. Instead, it came in large cone shapes, wrapped in paper, called sugar-loaves. These were made from sugar grown on plantations in the Americas. Sugar nippers like these were used for cutting off small pieces from sugar-loaves for domestic use. This pair looks to be made by a blacksmith.Iron tool with two handles. The tool has a pincer type end with opposing blades - each prong having a flat spade type shape to the end. There is also a protruding piece of metal about half way up the tool and a hinged piece and the top of one of the handles. The metal is rusted.tools, portland, household provisions, groceries, glenelg shire council cultural collection -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Photograph - Image of Accommodation Board at BEQ, Cholon, Saigon
... The BEQ (Bachelors Enlisted Men's Quarters) in Cholon, Saigon, was a significant location for Allied (especially Australian and American) troops during the Vietnam War, serving as barracks, supply points (like the PX), often sandbagged during urban fighting. ...National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast The BEQ (Bachelors Enlisted Men's Quarters) in Cholon, Saigon, was a significant location for Allied (especially Australian and American) troops during the Vietnam War, serving as barracks, supply points (like the PX), often sandbagged during urban fighting. ...The BEQ (Bachelors Enlisted Men's Quarters) in Cholon, Saigon, was a significant location for Allied (especially Australian and American) troops during the Vietnam War, serving as barracks, supply points (like the PX), often sandbagged during urban fighting. The Canberra BEQ located on Chau Van Liem Street (formerly Tong Doc Phuong) was a well-known Australian BEQ in the bustling Chinese district. Colour photograph of an accommodation board with keys hanging by room numbers. Head of unknown blonde male in bottom right cornersoldiers, sims, peter sims, beq, canberra beq, bachelor quarters, medic -
City of BallaratArtwork, other - Public Memorial, Ned Williams Memorial, 1901
... Ned was the establishment and promotion of water sports on the lake, he was well liked in the community and highly regarded as a leading citizen, an athlete, a sportsman and as an oarsman. ...Ned was the establishment and promotion of water sports on the lake, he was well liked in the community and highly regarded as a leading citizen, an athlete, a sportsman and as an oarsman. ...Ned Williams was born in Bristol, England in 1825 and died at Ballarat 7 September 1900. Ned took a leading role in transforming what was a swamp (Yuille's Swamp) into the modern day Lake Wendouree. Ned was the establishment and promotion of water sports on the lake, he was well liked in the community and highly regarded as a leading citizen, an athlete, a sportsman and as an oarsman. This memorial was commissioned on his passing in 1900.The item is of aesthetic and historic significance to the people of BallaratA Carrara marble fountain on a basalt base. Eight tiers of marble, the central element is bordered by four pillars with decorative capitals on top. The pillars and capitals are secured with copper allot rod at the upper junction and ferrous rods at the base. Once had a working drinking fountain.Created by the friends of Edward King (Ned) Williams in commemoration of his qualities as a pioneer citizen, oarsman, athlete, and sportsman. Ned Williams Born at Bristol England November 4th 1825, Died at Ballarat September 7th 1900. His heart was kind and true. He took a leading part in transforming Wendouree, from a swampy waste into a picturesque lake and was ever foremost in establishing and promoting aquatic and other manly sports.ned williams ballarat, lake wendouree -
Robin Boyd FoundationFunctional object - Rug
... This was replaced after the Boyd's saw a large cream rug floor covering at the Shelmerdine's house and liked it. It was purchased from Myer. In 2007, that rug was found to be moth-eaten and treated and put into storage. ...This was replaced after the Boyd's saw a large cream rug floor covering at the Shelmerdine's house and liked it. It was purchased from Myer. In 2007, that rug was found to be moth-eaten and treated and put into storage. ...The floor covering in the living/dining room was originally seagrass matting as seen in the Strizic photographs of 1959 and 1963. This was replaced after the Boyd's saw a large cream rug floor covering at the Shelmerdine's house and liked it. It was purchased from Myer. In 2007, that rug was found to be moth-eaten and treated and put into storage. Now a similar rug of the same size has replaced the rug purchased by the Boyds.Cream wool with fringeswalsh st furnishings, robin boyd -
RMIT Design ArchivesT-shirts, Abyss
... Abyss was a street wear label and, like many independent designers at the time, was concerned with creating culture through clothing....Abyss was a street wear label and, like many independent designers at the time, was concerned with creating culture through clothing. australian fashion fashion design T-shirt featuring 'Daisy Bone' and mouse print Abyss T-shirts Thorn, Sara Slorach, Bruce Abyss studio Thorn, Sara Slorach, Bruce Abyss studio ...Abyss Studio was one of a number of fashion labels established by Sara Thorn and Bruce Slorach in the 1980s and 1990s. From 1986 to 1992 the pair also operated the Galaxy Emporium where they stocked their own designs as well as those of fellow Fashion Design Council members. Abyss was a street wear label and, like many independent designers at the time, was concerned with creating culture through clothing.T-shirt featuring 'Daisy Bone' and mouse printaustralian fashion, fashion design -
Robin Boyd FoundationDocument - Script, Robin Boyd, The Flying Dogtor. Episode 13 Going Down?, 1963
... Meanwhile, The Flying Dogtor fell deep down the mineshaft, like a stone. ...Meanwhile, The Flying Dogtor fell deep down the mineshaft, like a stone. The Flying Dogtor" series was broadcast on Australian Television Network (later becoming the Seven Network) between February and April 1964 (see item D254 for schedule). ...Crafty Carson Carpetbag tricked The Flying Dogtor into stepping into the mouth of an old and deep gold mineshaft. The Dogtor fell down the mineshaft, and Crafty thought that he had succeeded at last in getting rid of his enemy. He even climbed into the Dogtor's plane and tried the controls, planning to fly it away and keep it for himself. Meanwhile, The Flying Dogtor fell deep down the mineshaft, like a stone. The Flying Dogtor" series was broadcast on Australian Television Network (later becoming the Seven Network) between February and April 1964 (see item D254 for schedule).Typewritten, carbon copy, foolscap, 2 pagesthe flying dogtor, robin boyd, crawford productions, manuscript -
Vision AustraliaAudio - Sound recording, Time Capsule - People's hopes for the future of Vision Australia in 2066: responses from Vision Australia clients and staff in Victoria, 2005
... Clients and staff were asked what their life was like now and what they hoped would happen by 2066....Clients and staff were asked what their life was like now and what they hoped would happen by 2066. ...On November 25, 2005, a time capsule was buried at Vision Australia's head office in Kooyong. As part of the contents, these interviews were put on CD and placed inside the capsule. The capsule is designated to be opened in 2066, to celebrate 200 years of providing services to people who are blind or vision impaired. Clients and staff were asked what their life was like now and what they hoped would happen by 2066.1 CD with 30 sound filesvision australia, anna fairclough, barbara taylor, chris feegan, craig carey, debbie cooke, dorothy hamilton, ed gamble, elizabeth craven, elizabeth woods, frances keyland, brother gerard devlin, graham turner, jordie howell, karl hughes, ken austin, mark janes, nadine riches, rachel johnson, deborah mould, rebecca maxwell, reuben ryan, richard gale, robert de graauw, sal prestia, sandy bach, stephen jolley, sue oriander, tim noonan, andrew wright, tony clarke, tony porter, yvonne palacki, time capsule -
Vision AustraliaBadge - Object, Melbourne University dux badge
... It is a gold badge with its frame shaped like a shield, carrying heavy engraving. Inset into the shield is an other smaller shield in copper, with "HJ" in stylised copperplate engraving on the front and "Dux" on the back. ...It is a gold badge with its frame shaped like a shield, carrying heavy engraving. Inset into the shield is an other smaller shield in copper, with "HJ" in stylised copperplate engraving on the front and "Dux" on the back. ...Hugh Jeffrey attended the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music at Melbourne University, graduating in 1940. This Dux award pin was presented to him during this time, but is undated. It is a gold badge with its frame shaped like a shield, carrying heavy engraving. Inset into the shield is an other smaller shield in copper, with "HJ" in stylised copperplate engraving on the front and "Dux" on the back. It features a loop on the top, but no chain or safety pin.Gold shield with 'Dux' engraved in middleHJ Duxhugh jeffrey, badges -
National Wool MuseumBook, Knitting, Knitting for the Forces
... This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. ...National Wool Museum 26 Moorabool Street Geelong geelong-and-the-bellarine-peninsula This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. ...This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. They were prolific producers of hand knitted and hand made items of clothing and also knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War. This booklet dates from the Second World War and was produced by G.J. Coles Ltd. It contains patterns for garments that can be knitted for the armed forces.Knitting Book (front cover) - "Coles present Knitting for the Forces", WWII.COLES / PRESENT / "Knitting / for the Forces" / Containing Complete Knitting / Instructions for ... / 3 PULLOVERS, 1 CARDIGAN, / BALACLAVA, MITTENS, / SOCKS, SCARF, SKULL CAPknitting handicrafts - history world war ii, g.j. coles and co. ltd, knitting, handicrafts - history, world war ii -
National Wool MuseumBook, Knitting, Cosies, Afghans, Cushions, Wool Novelties
... This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. ...National Wool Museum 26 Moorabool Street Geelong geelong-and-the-bellarine-peninsula This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. ...This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. They were prolific producers of hand knitted and hand made items of clothing and also knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War. This book was produced by Madame Weigel Pty Ltd contains patterns for tea cosies and egg cosies and other small knitted and crocheted novelties.SERIES No. 1. / COSIES / AFGHANS / Cushions / Wool / Novelties / Price / 6 1/2d. / MADAME WEIGEL / Pty. / Ltd. / FASHION DESIGNERS AND PUBLISHERSS / PAPER PATTERN MANUFACTURERS / 229-233 LENNOX ST. RICHMOND, VICknitting handicrafts - history crochet, madame weigel pty ltd, knitting, handicrafts - history, crochet -
Glen Eira City Council History and Heritage CollectionPhotograph
... If you believe that you have copyright to this image and would like it removed from the site please contact us through the 'Leave a Comment' tab below....If you believe that you have copyright to this image and would like it removed from the site please contact us through the 'Leave a Comment' tab below. ...Considered significant due to images of Mayor and Mayoress Fred Porter and Town Clerk Mr J. Briggs. Copyright for this image is unknown, although likely commissioned by Council. It has been digitised and published here for educational and research purposes. If you believe that you have copyright to this image and would like it removed from the site please contact us through the 'Leave a Comment' tab below.B/W photograph of the unfurling of the Caulfield Race Course Ground Pennant by Mrs Fred Porter, 23 July 1927 -
Mont De LanceyFunctional object - Butter Dish, Unknown
... The porous nature of these materials, combined with design features like water-filled bases, created a cool, airtight environment that inhibited spoilage and allowed for easy use. ...The porous nature of these materials, combined with design features like water-filled bases, created a cool, airtight environment that inhibited spoilage and allowed for easy use. ...These containers were used in the home to store butter or later, margarine. Pottery, particularly ceramic and terracotta, were popular choices for butter containers before refrigeration was common because they helped keep butter fresh and spreadable at room temperature. The porous nature of these materials, combined with design features like water-filled bases, created a cool, airtight environment that inhibited spoilage and allowed for easy use. A two toned brown and cream round lidded pottery butter dish with a knob on the top of the lid. It has a glazed dark brown wide band at the top with a tiny pattern surround. The lower section is cream glazed ceramic. The brown lid is stamped with a small circular pattern.On the side of the dish, 'Butter' is printed in black lettering.butter containers, butter dishes, dishes, containers -
Mont De LanceyDomestic object - Egg Slides or Spatulas, Kando, Unknown
... The concept of a broad, flat tool eventually evolved into the modern kitchen spatula or egg slide we know today, used for tasks like mixing, spreading, and flipping. The specific development of the modern "kitchen spatula," with its long handle and flat, flexible blade, is less documented but became common in kitchens over time, with materials evolving to include metal, wood, and eventually rubber and silicone. ...Mont De Lancey 71 Wellington Road Wandin North yarra-valley-and-dandenong-ranges The concept of a broad, flat tool eventually evolved into the modern kitchen spatula or egg slide we know today, used for tasks like mixing, spreading, and flipping. The specific development of the modern "kitchen spatula," with its long handle and flat, flexible blade, is less documented but became common in kitchens over time, with materials evolving to include metal, wood, and eventually rubber and silicone. ...The concept of a broad, flat tool eventually evolved into the modern kitchen spatula or egg slide we know today, used for tasks like mixing, spreading, and flipping. The specific development of the modern "kitchen spatula," with its long handle and flat, flexible blade, is less documented but became common in kitchens over time, with materials evolving to include metal, wood, and eventually rubber and silicone. Two kitchen egg slides or spatulas - 1. Kando egg slide with a painted green wooden handle and a screw in hook at the top to hang it. The slide has a pattern of varying sized holes with a V shape and is riveted to the thick wire handle. 2. An egg slide with a curved pattern of varying sized holes and a wooden handle with traces of blue paint. The slide is riveted to the curved thick wire handle.1.'Kando'kitchenware, kitchen spoons, egg slides, spatulas -
Wonga Park Community Cottage History GroupArchive - Collection of Materials, re the Walter and Faram families of Wonga Park (Parent Record)
... Margaret Fankhauser went to school with Janice, and this story is very like her own childhood in Wonga Park. ...Margaret Fankhauser went to school with Janice, and this story is very like her own childhood in Wonga Park. re the Walter and Faram families of Wonga Park (Parent Record) Archive Collection of Materials ...Letter from Kaye Coles who left Wonga Park at the age of 4 1/2 yrs. Her sister was 9 yo when they left. Her parents the Farams and her grandparents, the Walters were living and managing the Wonga Park Post Office and telephone exchange. Margaret Fankhauser went to school with Janice, and this story is very like her own childhood in Wonga Park. -
Melbourne Tram MuseumPhotograph - VR tram 42 at Carlisle St, 1950s
... In the mid ground what looks like a Holden car is turning into a driveway....In the mid ground what looks like a Holden car is turning into a driveway. ...The photograph shows VR tram 42 in Barkly St at the Carlisle St intersection displaying destination St Kilda Rly. A male passenger is boarding. In the foreground the M&MTB Carlisle St tracks can be seen, a corner milk bar shop and traffic lights showing green for Barkly St traffic. In the mid ground what looks like a Holden car is turning into a driveway.Yields information about VR tram 42, Barkly St and Carlisle St intersectionBlack and white photograph with no notes on the rear.vr tram, tram 42, barkly st, carlisle st, st kilda rly, milk bar, traffic lights, holden car -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - A Fictional story, Robert Louis Stevenson, The Black Arrow, 1897
... Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894), was a Scottish novelist plagued by health issues, produced classics like Treasure Island (1883), Kidnapped (1886), and Dr. ...Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894), was a Scottish novelist plagued by health issues, produced classics like Treasure Island (1883), Kidnapped (1886), and Dr. ...The novel follows young Richard "Dick" Shelton during the Wars of the Roses (1460-1461), as he uncovers his guardian Sir Daniel Brackley's role in his father's murder and joins the Black Arrow outlaws for revenge. Disguised as a boy, Dick's love interest Joanna Sedley aids his quest amid battles, betrayals, and alliances with Yorkist leader Richard Crookback (future Richard III), culminating in justice and marriage. Robert Louis Stevenson drew inspiration for “The Black Arrow” from historical sources and editorial prompts. He primarily relied on “The Paston Letters”, a collection of 15th century correspondence from a Norfolk family that provided authentic details on daily life, feuds, and the Wars of the Roses.The Black Arrow Author: Robert Louis Stevenson Publisher: Cassell & Co Date: 1897 fictionThe novel follows young Richard "Dick" Shelton during the Wars of the Roses (1460-1461), as he uncovers his guardian Sir Daniel Brackley's role in his father's murder and joins the Black Arrow outlaws for revenge. Disguised as a boy, Dick's love interest Joanna Sedley aids his quest amid battles, betrayals, and alliances with Yorkist leader Richard Crookback (future Richard III), culminating in justice and marriage. Robert Louis Stevenson drew inspiration for “The Black Arrow” from historical sources and editorial prompts. He primarily relied on “The Paston Letters”, a collection of 15th century correspondence from a Norfolk family that provided authentic details on daily life, feuds, and the Wars of the Roses.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, a life, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, pattison collection, warrnambool library, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, ralph eric pattison -
City of Melbourne LibrariesPhotograph, Bull, Hugh Jones, 1897-1993, Mrs T S McKay (Miss Odette Lefebvre)
... Mrs T S McKay, née Odette Lefebvre “Killara Amazon who drives like a man, smiles like a school girl and dresses like a picture” – Smiths Weekly 22 July 1933 In 1934, the Ladies Golf Union of NSW introduced a rule forbidding women not wearing stockings from competing in games under their control. ...City of Melbourne Libraries 122 George Street East Melbourne melbourne Mrs T S McKay, née Odette Lefebvre “Killara Amazon who drives like a man, smiles like a school girl and dresses like a picture” – Smiths Weekly 22 July 1933 In 1934, the Ladies Golf Union of NSW introduced a rule forbidding women not wearing stockings from competing in games under their control. ...Mrs T S McKay, née Odette Lefebvre “Killara Amazon who drives like a man, smiles like a school girl and dresses like a picture” – Smiths Weekly 22 July 1933 In 1934, the Ladies Golf Union of NSW introduced a rule forbidding women not wearing stockings from competing in games under their control. Rather than wear stockings, Odette Lefebvre (1910-1991) withdrew from her team causing a media stir. She subsequently agreed to wear stockings for any NSW game she wished to play in. She said that a player had every right to dress as she wished, providing it did not offend modesty. She found it more comfortable to play without stockings. Featured in "Newsworthy: Melbourne in photographs 1933-1936" exhibition at East Melbourne Library, October to December 2023. Exhibition caption by project volunteer, Fiona Collyer. Photographer notations on slide: "Golf Ch'ship Mrs McKay B98" Description: Female golfer teeing off with 3 wood, wearing beret, cardigan, straight skirt, ankle socks, sensible shoes. Blurred spectators are visible in the background. Research by project volunteer, Fiona Collyer: Mrs T S McKay, née Odette Lefebvre (1910-1991), was a NSW champion golfer. She won the NSW Women’s Championship 1931, 1933. Odette competed in the Australian Women’s Golf Championship at Royal Melbourne against the British Women’s Team in 1935. She was defeated by Mrs Sloan Morpeth nee Susie Tolhurst in the semifinals. A tall, willowy, beautiful brunette with a winning smile and sparkly blue eyes and exotically of French origin, the press reported the outdoor sports loving young woman’s social and golf activities closely. In 1933 (27/7/1933), the Smith’s Weekly headline ran “Drives like a man but is a real girl – always”. The article called her the “Killara Amazon who drives like a man, smiles like a school girl and dresses like a picture”. In 1934, the Ladies Golf Union of NSW introduced a rule forbidding women without stockings to compete in games within their control. Rather than wear stockings, Odette withdrew from her team, causing a media stir. She subsequently agreed to wear stockings for any game she was keen to play in. She said that a player had every right to dress as she wished, providing it did not offend modesty. She found it more comfortable to play without stockings. Fellow women golfers were sympathetic to the non-stocking brigade. Mrs J J Hollywood, president of the Maitland Golf Club Associates said, “What a storm in a teacup over nothing! As if a pair of stockings could possibly make all the difference to a person’s game. However, I think the mosquitoes settle that question for the L.G.V. in the North”, she added with a laugh. (Newcastle Sun 5/5/1934) Acting president of the Victorian Women’s Golf Union, Mrs J B Bellair, said, “It is much warmer in Sydney than here and must be more comfortable without stockings. Miss Lefebvre too, has such beautiful legs and they are so brown, that she can afford to dispense with stockings. Women in Victoria are not likely to play without stockings, however, it is much too cold here. I have never seen any of them on the links in bare legs.” (Newcastle Sun 5/5/1934) Mrs L Griffiths, president of the Steelworks Associate Club in Newcastle said, “It appears to be an unnecessary rule that the L.G.V. has enforced. Why, if they started laying down laws like that, where would we end? What about ties etc being compulsory for men?” (Newcastle Sun 5/5/1934) The L.G.V. insisted that the dignity of the game should not be impaired by players who dared to show any originality in clothes, even if they did add comfort. (The Sun, Sydney 5/5/1934) Even in 1941, despite wartime shortages, the L.G.V. NSW was insisting that – “no player may play in open L.G.V. competitions without stockings.” (Yass Tribune-Courier 6/11/1941) In 1934, Odette married champion golfer and barrister Thomas McKay who later became a NSW Liberal Party politician. They had two children before divorcing in 1946. Sources: Drives Like A Man, But Is A Real Girl--Always (1933, July 22). Smith's Weekly (Sydney, NSW : 1919 - 1950), p. 6. Retrieved September 18, 2023, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article235071983 Woman Golfer Will Not Play In Stockings (1934, May 5). The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW : 1931 - 1954), p. 1. Retrieved September 18, 2023, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article246443596 GOLF WITHOUT STOCKINGS (1934, May 5). The Herald (Melbourne, Vic. : 1861 - 1954), p. 23. Retrieved September 18, 2023, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article243259621Photographer notations on slide: "G Ch'ship Mrs McKay B98".golf, women golfers, royal melbourne golf club -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageDomestic object - Fire Tongs
... Some tongs looked like medical calipers that were rounded at the bottom, while others were almost like metronomes with their rectangular shapes. ...Some tongs looked like medical calipers that were rounded at the bottom, while others were almost like metronomes with their rectangular shapes. ...Fireplace tongs were used to add wood to the fireplace as well as break down the crackling wood to add more oxygen to growing flames. Of the four tools that were usually found in an upright fireplace set, tongs had the biggest design variation. Some tongs looked like medical calipers that were rounded at the bottom, while others were almost like metronomes with their rectangular shapes. https://www.lovetoknow.com/home/antiques-collectibles/vintage-antique-fireplace-tools Tongs are tools used to handle items, and generally move the item from one place to another, or turn things, like a piece of meat on a barbecue. Tongs usually have flat ends to pick up items without damaging them and to grip onto the items easily, however, some tongs have claws or toothed ends to grab more bulky and slippery items. Tongs are used mainly for handling food or hot items. Modern tongs are usually made from plastic, metal, stainless steel, or other material, depending on their purpose. Originally, tongs were probably wood sticks that eventually became metal sticks around 3000 BC to handle hot items in a fire Tongs are used to extend the hand or as a replacement handler for potentially dangerous items. Tongs usually have a sprung end so that the operator is required to squeeze the middle of the tongs to grab hold of an item, or they have a pivot which requires the user to squeeze the handles at the end to grip onto items, these being more effective at holding heavy items due to the extra force able to be applied. There are many types of tongs including barbecue tongs, salad tongs, blacksmith tongs, crucible tongs, ice cube tongs, sugar cube tongs and fire tongs. Tongs are often called ‘a pair of tongs’ and the word comes from the Old English, ‘tange’ or ‘tang’, meaning ‘that which bites’. There is evidence of Egyptians using metal rods and tong like tools to hold objects over fire, in around 1450 BC. https://tenrandomfacts.com/tongs/Fire tongs are still used with most open fires in homes.Brass fire tongs with holding clip and flat rounded handle at the end.None.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, fireplace tools, tongs -
The Beechworth Burke MuseumPostcard
... I tell you / I do miss him. / I am glad you like / your new place. / Do you ever see Mary Y(?) ...I tell you / I do miss him. / I am glad you like / your new place. / Do you ever see Mary Y(?) ...Depicted is a handwritten note written by Thomas "Tom" Lacey. It is addressed to his sister, Maude. This letter accompanies a portrait of Tom dressed in an Australian army uniform (record number 3417.1). Tom was a resident of Beechworth, and was only nineteen years old when he fought in World War I.The record is historically significant due to its connection to World War I. This conflict is integral to Australian culture as it was the single greatest loss of life and the greatest repatriation of casualties in the country's history. Australia’s involvement in the First World War began when Britain and Germany went to war on 4 August 1914. The first significant Australian action of the war was the Australian Naval and Military Expeditionary Force’s (ANMEF) landing on Rabaul on 11 September 1914. The ANMEF took possession of German New Guinea at Toma on 17 September 1914 and of the neighbouring islands of the Bismarck Archipelago in October 1914. On 9 November 1914, the Royal Australian Navy made a major contribution when HMAS Sydney destroyed the German raider SMS Emden. On 25 April 1915, members of the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) landed on Gallipoli in Turkey with troops from New Zealand, Britain, and France. This began a campaign that ended with an evacuation of allied troops beginning in December 1915. The next year, Australian forces fought campaigns on the Western Front and in the Middle East. The record has strong research potential. This is due to the ongoing public and scholarly interest in war, history, and especially the ANZAC legend, which is commemorated annually on 25 April, known as ANZAC Day.Sepia rectangular postcard printed on paper.Obverse: My Dear Sister / I will / write / you / a long / letter / next / week / CARTE POSTALE / Just a line / in (?) to your letter / which I received two / days ago. I suppose you / used to wonder why I / never wrote but it is / pretty hard to get / writting paper at / (?). Well maud / I suppose you heard / about me getting around / I was shot through the / both legs but my poor / old mate got killed / straight out. I tell you / I do miss him. / I am glad you like / your new place. / Do you ever see Mary Y(?) / I had not had a letter / from her for 3 months / I have had a good / rest since I came out / of hospital I have been to / Cairo twice. Do you ever / get any letters from Dave / (?) him to drop me a / line some of these days / Well Maud I would like / to spend next XMAS with / you but that not my luck / this is all the new good by Tom /military album, beechworth, tom lacey, army, world war i, wwi, letter, thomas lacey -
Eltham District Historical Society IncFolder, Jorgensen, Sigmund
... Magazine article: The Steward: Meet the steward of Montsalvat, caretaker of his father's dream and the bohemian beacon that continues to shine for the arts, Yarra Valley & Ranges Country Life (n.d.), pp46-50 (Nadine Cresswell-Myatt, Photos Zack Davis) 3. ...Magazine article: The Steward: Meet the steward of Montsalvat, caretaker of his father's dream and the bohemian beacon that continues to shine for the arts, Yarra Valley & Ranges Country Life (n.d.), pp46-50 (Nadine Cresswell-Myatt, Photos Zack Davis) 3. ...1. Newspaper article (photocopy): Montsalvat's fighter for artistic integrity, Diamond Valley News (n.d.); Story Linley Hartley, Photo: Ron Grant 2. Magazine article: The Steward: Meet the steward of Montsalvat, caretaker of his father's dream and the bohemian beacon that continues to shine for the arts, Yarra Valley & Ranges Country Life (n.d.), pp46-50 (Nadine Cresswell-Myatt, Photos Zack Davis) 3. Newspaper article: Born to serve artists; former director of Montsalvat awarded medal; Patrick Phillips (Photo Robert McKechnie), Diamond Valley Leader, January 30, 2013 - awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) 4. Newspaper article: Jorgensen bows out of Eltham landmark, Diamond Valley Leader, Wednesday, November 11, 2015 - former CEO of Montsalvat dropped as a director of the business 5. Newspaper article: Montsalvat, publication unknown (2006) - about Montsalvat being forced to sell off land in Christmas Hills, where Sebastain Jorgensen lived, to pay tax debt. 6. Funeral Service Booklet: Sigmund Jorgensen, 29.04.1940 - 21.07.2109Folder of information on SigmundJorgenseneltham cemetery trust, helen skipper, justus jorgensen, matcham skipper, montsalvat, sebastian jorgensen, sigmund jorgensen, order of australia medal (oam), morag fraser, bronwyn lewis, christmas hills festival, green wedge, montsalvat trust, funeral service -
The Beechworth Burke MuseumAnimal specimen - Snake Skin, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
... Snakes are especially important in Aboriginal dreaming, representing one of the great and powerful forces of nature and spirit. ...Snakes are especially important in Aboriginal dreaming, representing one of the great and powerful forces of nature and spirit. ...There is no known information about the species of snake that this skin belongs to. However, generally speaking, Australia has over two hundred known species of snakes. They are elongated, legless and carnivorous reptiles with scaly, textured skin. Snakes are especially important in Aboriginal dreaming, representing one of the great and powerful forces of nature and spirit. In the Rainbow Serpent Dreamtime story, they are considered the great life giver and protector of water, which is their spiritual home. This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum and the National Museum of Victoria, as well as individuals such amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century. This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century.Caramel coloured long snake skin curled around in an oval shape.taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, reynell eveleigh johns, snake skin, snake, reptile -
National Wool MuseumPainting, Dr Deanne Gilson, Yaluk, Beek, Murrup (Water, Country, Spirit), 2016
... Reclaiming what was lost through colonisation, but still present in our Dreaming that flows on today through the water spirit. ...Reclaiming what was lost through colonisation, but still present in our Dreaming that flows on today through the water spirit. ...My name is Deanne Gilson and I am a proud Wadawurrung woman living on my ancestral Country around Ballarat in Victoria. My practise aims to highlight and bring back traditional women’s symbols and ceremonial practises that reference the lived experience of my ancestors. By reviving traditional marks found on artefacts and women’s business, I am forming links with past ancestral knowledge so that is not lost and continues for the future generations. My art practice relies heavily on the use of symbols and form as a metaphor for the body. I have worked as a full-time artist for over thirty-five years. Many artworks tell stories of the spiritual aspects of culture and myths. Dreaming and Songlines, further creating a yarning space, bring the gap towards reconciliation and healing for my people and others through shared sharing stories. A main focus of my art practice tells the birthing tree and scar tree stories and how Wadawurrung women have evolved and survived, since before and after colonisation. The old symbols find new life, connecting to the contemporary ones, further connecting us all to this Country we all call home.Yaluk, Beep, Murrup, meaning Water, Country, Spirit, incorporates the traditional mark of the wave pattern (often found on wooden shields) used by my ancestors, along with the basalt plains across Wadawurrung Country. By depicting the interaction between the Water and Country, I use ancestral knowledges that are not seen but intuitive to myself, while juxtaposing them against the ancestral stone circle knowledges, embedded with the DNA of our stories. The ochre is reclaimed as real, it is marni-beek, meaning Country, in particular the white ceremonial ochre, often seen on the painted-up figure and used today to reconnect back to our ancestral memory. Reclaiming what was lost through colonisation, but still present in our Dreaming that flows on today through the water spirit. Country has no time limits and water connects to our bodies, which are made up of water. We as a clan, are still here today, living and being on Country, our ancestral spirits live on through us. The original painting is a contemporary account of using ochre to reclaim ancestral knowledge and to be part of the ceremony that is yaluk, beep, murrup. wadawurrung, deanne gilson, water, country, spirit, first nations art -
Unions BallaratAlfred Deakin: A biography (Vol 2), La Nauze, J.A, 1965
... "Mercy of Release" 27. "A Shadow in a Dream" 28. "Content and more than Content" Appendices: I. ..."Mercy of Release" 27. "A Shadow in a Dream" 28. "Content and more than Content" Appendices: I. ...Alfred Deakin was one of the founding fathers of Federation and was Prime Minister of Australia over the periods 1903-1904, 1905-1908 and 1909-1910. He was the federal member for Ballaarat from 1901-1913 and was attorney general in the Barton government. He also served in the State of Victoria parliament. In his second term, Deakin's government passed the Census and Statistics Act 1905, Papua Act 1905, Representation Act 1905 and Copyright Act 1905. The book is based on Deakin's private papers, writings, private and official materials. This is volume two of a two volume set. Index: 15. Australian Correspondent 16. Three Elevens 17. "A Notice to Quit"? 18. "Nation Building", 1905-1908 19. New Hebrides 20. New Guinea and Hubert Murray 21. Empire 22. London, 1907 23. The Defence of Australia 24. Fusion, 1909 25. "Harvest" and Defeat 26. "Mercy of Release" 27. "A Shadow in a Dream" 28. "Content and more than Content" Appendices: I. Victorian Ministries, 1877-1900 II. Commonwealth Ministries, 1901-1914Biographical interest. Relevance to history of Ballarat and Australia.Hardcover - book; 348 pages. Cover dust jacket: black and white lettering; faded. Cover without dust jacket: green cloth; gold lettering.The book is stamped "The private library of Rex Testro" on title page and on the page following the index.btlc, ballarat trades hall, unions ballarat, deakin, alfred, federation, prime ministers - australia - alfred deakin, biography, politics, members of parliament -
Falls Creek Historical SocietyBooklet - Falls Creek Information 2004
... A major feature of 2004 winter season was the opening of Drover’s Dream, arguably Australia’s most picturesque chairlift. ...A major feature of 2004 winter season was the opening of Drover’s Dream, arguably Australia’s most picturesque chairlift. ...This publication was a major item in the Falls Creek marketing program for 2004. A major feature of 2004 winter season was the opening of Drover’s Dream, arguably Australia’s most picturesque chairlift. Taking over from Panorama Poma, the new four-seat high-speed chairlift would open up more top to bottom riding. This was a multi-million dollar resort investment and expanded the Sun Valley area. It was over 700 metres long and added an additional 7.4 hectares of beginner and intermediate terrain. It was predicted to reduce queues on the Towers Chairlift as it had a capacity of 2,400 riders per hour. XC Skiing was strongly promoted including Cross-Country Trail Passes, Lessons and Ski Hire available from Falls Creek Nordic Hire at Windy Corner, Gebi’s Ski Hire, Viking Ski Hire and Koki Ski Hire. Accommodation rates for 43 different venues were included. Corporate Partners in 2004 were Bilia Volvo, Nursing Australia, Milo and Ten TV, with Hewlett Packard sponsor of the Falls Creek Racing and Events Department.This booklet is significant because it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek in 2004 and the opening of the Drover's Dream Chairlift.A glossy publication of 40 pages promoting Falls Creek all year round. It includes detailed information of activities at Falls Creek, images and advertising,falls creek activities 2004, drover's dream falls creek, falls creek marketing -
Bendigo Military MuseumNewspaper - 8 BALL 1968
... It contains mostly humorous accounts of events like the "Anzac Day Ant Race". attending the RAP, do's and don'ts for new reinforcements, drinking Chinese wine plus the cartoons that go with. ...It contains mostly humorous accounts of events like the "Anzac Day Ant Race". attending the RAP, do's and don'ts for new reinforcements, drinking Chinese wine plus the cartoons that go with. newspaper 8RAR 8 ball Malaya ga jones Newspaper, paper 17 pages includes handrawn cover, cartoons and typed articles, all print in black, held together by 2 metal staples. ...Collection re G.A. Jones 3790932, refer Cat No 10053.2P for service details. This edition was the first version of a newly resurrected Newspaper "8 Ball" in June 1968 which is the 8th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment. It contains mostly humorous accounts of events like the "Anzac Day Ant Race". attending the RAP, do's and don'ts for new reinforcements, drinking Chinese wine plus the cartoons that go with. Newspaper, paper 17 pages includes handrawn cover, cartoons and typed articles, all print in black, held together by 2 metal staples.newspaper, 8rar, 8 ball, malaya, ga jones -
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage ParkFlyer - Service Information for Petrol Iron, The Coleman Lamp and Stove Company Ltd, 1930s-1940s
... Petrol irons were useful in areas like Emerald without reliable electricity. ...Petrol irons were useful in areas like Emerald without reliable electricity. ...Coleman 4A Instant Lighting Irons were made between 1929 and 1948. This brochure with its operating directions and service instructions would assist the user to repair their Coleman iron themselves. Petrol irons were useful in areas like Emerald without reliable electricity. Overheating, spillage, toxic exhaust gases and (sometimes) explosions were all possibilities to be avoided through careful monitoring by the user.This brochure accompanied a type of iron in use in Emerald before the advent of reliable electricity. Trifold brochure with service information and operating directions for a Coleman Iron. Trifold opens out to show operating instructions and service notes in French and Spanishpetrol iron, coleman 4a, emerald
