Edward Miller started his business in Meriden, Connecticut, in the 1840's making and selling camphene and burning fluid burners. By the 1860's, Edward Miller had become an aggressive competitor in the lamp business. Edward Miller died in 1909 at the age of 82. The Miller Company continued to produce its wares to his high standards and is still in existence today.Bicycle Lamp. Miller & Co. Miniature Kerosene Bicycle Lamp. Black Painted, metal. Approx. 60mm x 50mm x 120mm. Clear glass in front lens with a small faceted ruby glass lens on either side. Flexible hinged mounting mechanism at the rear of the lampedward miller, bicycle, lamp

Robert Edwin Dietz (1818-1897) bought an existing factory in 1840 and became a leading manufacturer and innovator of many forms of lighting. Eventually the firm was run by Robert and his four brothers before being taken over by the next generation. This lamp design was patented in 1907.Dietz Driving Lamp. Kero burner missing.Dietzrobert dietz, automobile, lamp

Robert Edwin Dietz (1818-1897) bought an existing factory in 1840 and became a leading manufacturer and innovator of many forms of lighting. Eventually the firm was run by Robert and his four brothers before being taken over by the next generation. This lamp design was patented in 1907.Dietz Union, New York, Driving Lamp. Kerosene driving lamp with Burner. Painted Black with Clear front glass face. Has carrying handle and mounting brackets/ Approx 250mm high, 140mm wide and 150mm deep.automobile, lamp, robert dietz

Aerial photograph, Bendigo Town Hall, in centre of picture. Sign on top of Town Hall 'Bendigo Drome 7 miles' Also in photo, Sandhurst Hotel; Public Offices under-construction; the Metropolitan Hotel; the Market, another hotel .The photo was taken by Sir Raymond Garrett around the late 1920s early 1930s. His daughter, Ann Kelly, donated the photo.Sir Raymond Garrettphotograph, aerial, bendigo

Various documents (not Annual Returns) relating to finance of Arts Bendigo: Statement for Account Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (1984); Application for assistance from the Arts Development Fund of the Victorian Ministry for the Arts ('General Application 1986') - date of application 29/7/1985 (includes report of activities of AB for 1984); 5/5/1995 - order for wine from Eaglemont Cellars; Statement of Receipts & Expenditure for performance (Tokyo Flute Ensemble 12/8/1984). Receipts for 11/6/1983 (Bill Dillard & His Blue Serenaders).arts bendigo, israel philharmonic orchestra, merle hall

Letters dated 14 May 2004, and 3 August 2004, from Wendy Takos, re father Rupert William Carter, and his brothers Cyril and Allen and sister Nell who attended Golden Square Primary School. William Carter was a Captain of the Fire Brigade and his wife Annie Montgomery lived in Shamrock Street.bendigo, education, golden square primary school

Floral impressed Souvenir Programme for a Musical Social Evening given by Mr S Myer to his Bendigo staff, Thursday June 11th 1914 at the Masonic Hall Bendigo at 8pm printed on cover. Inside folded card contains printed program items with names of singers and accompanists. Names listed are Miss S. Jennings, Mr. W. H. Wales,Miss M. Kershaw, Misses C. & W. Ronan, Miss G. Rogers, Mr. EH. Collett, Miss M. Court, Miss E. Boldt, Miss E. Jackson & Mr. E. H. Collett, Miss. C. Ronan and Mr. G. Wilkinson. Accompanists - Mrs Johnson and Miss E. Hyett. Selections by Mr. G.Bruhn's Orchestra.bendigo, industry, bendigo myer store

Three page letter, dated January 5, 1947, to Dr. Abbott from Dr. Otto Wulfrath. In the letter Dr. Wulfrath mentions his circumstances after the War and the difficulty of avoiding misunderstandings with the different languages. He also mentions Dr. Abbott's brother. He also says he was willing to answer all questions within the limits of his possibilities and that he was prepared to co-operate in any scheme found to be convenient and useful to the cause.sciences, instruments - general, scalebuoy, bill ashman collection - correspondence, dr otto wulfrath, dr abbott, 'the electrical factor in metabolism', dr fairclough, sci

Letter, dated February 17, 1948 from Robert Pagel of the Midwest Extraction Co. Rockford, Ill. To Mr. Frank A. Stevenson. He would like more information on the Scalebuoys and is interested in obtaining two units, a tap unit and a vest pocket unit. He also mentions Dr. Abbotts book and the difficulty of obtaining a price with the variation in foreign exchange. He would also like to know about household units as the water in his country is hard.sciences, instruments - general, scalebuoy, bill ashman collection - correspondence, midwest extraction co, frank a stevenson, dr abbott, robert pagel

Letter, dated November 13, 1935 to Mr. Eric Zachau from J. O. Matteson relating the improvement of the water in the radiator of his vehicle. Letter has printed letterhead of The Brunswick-Balke-Collender Co. At the centre is an eagle with outstretched wings and rays all around it. Printed across the centre is 'Monarch Cushion'.sciences, instruments - general, scalebuoy, bill ashman collection - correspondence, the brunswick-balke-collender co michigan, eric zachau, j o matteson

Small section of single strand barb wire. Wire found at home in Strathfieldsaye, near Bendigo. Wire is high tensile and has a slight kink under the barbs which locks them in position. Item donated by Elaine Swanson, Strathfieldsaye, whose father purchased most of his fencing materials from Abbott Supply, Bendigo. The wire matches the design outlined in Abbott's patent application attached.rural industry, fencing, barbed wire, abbott, farming material, fence wire

Copy of a letter, dated 9 March, 1937 to Mr. F. Stevenson from H. C. Holland mentioning the benefits of fitting the scalebuoy to his Chrysler model 75 vehicle.sciences, instruments - general, scalebuoy, bill ashman collection - correspondence, lane's motors pty ltd, f stevenson, h c holland

Copy of a letter from D. C. House, dated 28th February, 1937, to H. Abbott, Esq. He was adding particulars of his Fargo Parlour Coach to his report on his President 8 Studebaker motor car. He mentions the Fargo Parlour Coach-16 Passenger-3 ton 8 cwt.-tare 25 H. P. He mentions the benefits of the scalebuoy on oil and fuel consumption and relates the distances covered daily and the stops and starts.sciences, instruments - general, scalebuoy, bill ashman collection - correspondence, stevenson bros, h abbott, crown hotel, d c house

Note dated October 8/66 mentioning that he has removed his family to the White Hills, and he wished to have the attendance of the Court Surgeon of Court Royal Oak which he intended applying for under law 47. Signed William H. Nicholas.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, court royal oak, william h nicholas

Note from William H. Nicholas to Court King of the Forest giving notice that he has removed his residence to the White Hills. Signed by Wiliam H. Nicholas and dated October 9/66.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, william h nicholas

Seven pages of Bye Laws of 1865 of Court King of the Forest written on blue, watermarked paper. Laws mentioned are: Management, Business, C.R., S.C.R., Treasurer, Secretary, Death of a Brother or his Wife, Woodwards, Surgeon, Terms of office for the Court Surgeon, Trustees, Auditors, Delegates, Committees, Sub-Secretary, General Business, Absence, Neglect of Order, Neglecting to give notice of change of address within 14 days, Members summoned to vote on expenses over £3 except for regular Court Expenses, Members from othe rCourts, Meetings, Money held by the Secretary, Members on Court Funds and no Law to be amended or repealed except by a Committee appointed for the purpose. Printed on paper with printed letterhead and crest.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, commercial hotel, woodwards, joseph king smith, henry hattam, christian slopplebein, jas thos holl, geo ? murray, charles smith, john laselles, bye laws of court king of the forest

Framed Certificate (Powell Collection)- Certificate presented to Mr. A L Powell 16th April 1937 with 19 signatures attached on the occasion of his 80th birthday and presentation of a Cup. On the reverse side there is a small label indicating the name of W. Moore picture framer, Views St., Bendigo, late D. G. Coope & son.a.l. powell, framed item

Printed form dated 26 August 1865. Declaration made by Richard Luke of Long Gulley that he was under the age of 29, married and that the age of his wife did not exceed 22 years and that they didn't have any infirmity likely to shorten the natural duration of life. Signed by Richard Luke and also by H. L. Atkinson mentioning that he had examined the above candidate.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, richard luke, h l atkinson

Printed form dated 31 August 1865. Declaration made by Henry Bollman of Sandhurst that he was under the age of 23, married and that the age of his wife did not exceed 22 years and that they didn't have any infirmity likely to shorten the natural duration of life. Signed by Henry Bollman and also by H. L. Atkinson mentioning that he had examined the above Candidate.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, henry bollman, h l atkinson

Letter from the Auditors of the accounts of Court King of the Forest dated Oct 5th 1863. They were pleased with accounts and congratulated them on the number of initiations. The Balance sheets are mentioned. Also proposed a note of thanks to the Secretary for the efficient and neatness of his accounts. Signed by John Charles, Geo. Jas. Murray and Hugh Brown. Paper has an elaborate watermark.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, john charles, geo jas murray, hugh brown

Three pieces of paper glued together. Blue Doctor's Certificate, dated August 24/65 certifying that William Schlemme was unable to follow his employment. Signed by H. L. Atkinson. The second is a declaration by William Schlemme declared himself on the funds of the Court as he was unable to follow his usual occupation. Signed by William Schlemme and dated August 24/1865. The third is a declaration by William Schlemme that he declared himself off the funds of the Court as he was able to follow his usual occupation Signed by William Schlemme and dated Sept. 2nd 1865. also signed by H. L. Atkinson.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, william schlemme, h l atkinson

Printed declaration by William Finnissy of Paddy Gully, Sandhurst that he was under the age of 30 years, that he was married, and that the age of his wife did not exceed 31 years. A further declaration that they had no infirmity like to shorten the natural duration of life. Signed by William Finnissy, date April 17th 1866.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, william finnissy?, graham berry, 'observer' office

Letter from Robert Coulthard, dated 24 Dec 1877. He enclosed a Post Office Order for 13/-, the amount of his last quarters subscription due on the 27 inst. He also wanted to know if he could get into the Lodge at Emerald Hill as it was unlikely that he would live on Sandhurst again. He asked for a reply. Signed by Robert Coulthatd.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, palmerston hotel, w rowe, forresters hall, robert coulthard

Translation of letter referring to Detlef Mackelmann who lost his eyesight through an explosion of gunpowder.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, detlef mackelmann, german club, d brinckmann, schmidt

Three pieces of paper glued together. The top one is blue. It is a Doctor's certificate certifying George Nicholson is unable to follow his employment. Signed by H. L. Atkinson, Court Surgeon. Dated April 12/66. The middle one is dated April 12th. It is from George Nicholson declaring himself on the funds of the Court as he is unable to follow his usual occupation. The last one is from George Nicholson declaring himself off the funds of the Court being able to work. Also signed by H. L. Nicholson and dated April 26/1866.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, george nicholson, h l atkinson, bro clarke

Taylor collection - Handwritten letter in French from Robert Taylor dated ( December 1845 to his sister Mademoiselle Taylor to practice his French. Written in black on buff coloured paper embossed with Dobbs insignia, large watermark reading J Whatman.person, individual, taylor

Letter from the Auditors. They mentioned that the Sick pay was much heavier than usual, they mention the finances and that they examined about eighty of the pence cards which they found kept in a very correct manner and they proposed a vote of thanks for the efficient manner in which he discharged his duties. Signed by Charles Smith, Carl Mueller and S. Haylett?societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, commercial hotel long gully, charles smith, carl mueller, s haylett?

Taylor collection - Poem written in 1868 titled ' A Farewell ' written by James Taylor in memory of his deceased wife Jane, handwritten on blue paper.James Taylorperson, individual, female

Letter, dated April 10/1866 mentioning a draft enclosed for £2/13/4 being the amount Brother Salter? As received as Sick Pay, contributions subtracted from £3/3/6. Also that any Brother employing any Doctor other than the one employed by the Court to which he belongs has to do so at his own expense. He wants a full explanation about the affair in the next letter. Signed George Emerson, Secretary.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court foresters home, bro salter?, george emerson, thos hall

Receipt written on a piece of paper, dated Jan 31/72, for £10 being the amount for Funeral donation an a/c of his wife's death. Signed by George Davies.societies, aof, correspondence, ancient order of foresters no. 3770 collection - correspondence, court king of the forest, w b evans, george davies