Date unknown: Mrs Caroll and children. In 'Moorabbin A Pictorial History 1862 - 1994 ' by John Cribbin, The Carroll family migrated from Ireland and purchased land in the East Brighton ( now Bentleigh ) area of Henry Dendy's Special Survey 1841. Edward, J.W. & Daniel are shown in the Rate Book 1862 as owner occupiers and owner of property in Tuckers Road, Bryants Road and Centre Road.Photograph is black and white. There are three women in this photograph, a mother and her two children. The mother is sitting down on a chair to the left and her daughter sitting next to her, on the right (they are both holding hands), and her other daughter (child) right in between her mother and sister, with he arm around the mother's shoulder. All three of them are wearing their best dresses that have lace collars. As the clothes are similar to MAV Cat No. 00519 the photo may have been taken c 1910Front of Mount : Yeoman Co 287 Chapel St. Prahran, Victoria.children, chapel st, 287, prahran, carroll edward, carroll, j.w., carroll daniel, ireland, brighton, henry dendy's special survey 1841, market gardeners, pioneers, early settlers, dairy farmers, poultry farmers, bentleigh, mckinnon, ormond, prahran, yeoman photographers co.

2 x black and white photographs of the children attending Ormond State School in August 19302 x black and white photographs of school children in Grades 1-3 and 3-8 at Ormond State School in August 1930(a) Written on back : Ormond State School Aug 1930 / Grade 1-3 (b) Written on back: Ormond State School Aug 1930 / Grade 3-8state school, grade 1-3, grade 3-8, 1930, ormond state school, education, ormond, moorabbin, bentleigh, mckinnon, market gardeners, dairy farmers, early settlers, moorabbin shire

First marketed in 1910, this early version Singer No 20 was sold as both a toy and adult miniature. The design underwent several improvements and cosmetic changes in the years that followed. By the mid 1900s, many companies had cloned the machine, with most showing the same uncertainties as to the intended market.A miniature 'Singer' Sewing machine ,Model 20, with hand crankSinger Pty Ltd early settlers, craftwork, toys, sewing machines, pioneers, moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond, cheltenham, market gardeners, dressmaking

Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and tools. Knitting was a necessary task for the women of the families of these pioneers.Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the these families A pair of long wooden knitting needlesearly settlers, craftwork, knitting, pioneers, moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond, cheltenham, market gardeners

This brown leather school bag / satchel was used by Carol Poole (nee Smith) whilst attending Ormond State Primary School 3074 c 1952. Most school children used these bags to carry their exercise books, readers, pens and pencils and lunch to and from daily Classes The bag had 2 shoulder straps that enabled it to be carried on the child’s back Mrs Carol Poole , a member of CMHS, grew up in McKinnon and attended the Ormond State Primary School c1952.A brown leather school bag/ satchel with 2 fastening straps and metal buckles, but minus shoulder straps No 13schools, pupils, ormond state primary school, moorabbin, ormond, mckinnon, bentleigh, satchels, schoolbags

This evening bag was purchased in Hong KongA lady's pale blue, satin, evening handbag, with a drawstring, hand-made in Hong Kong. It is lined in darker blue satin and has appliquéd silver sequins and light blue crystal-like beads and rows of tiny, pearl-like beads made in Hong Kongcraftwork, sewing, early settlers, market gardeners, moorabbin, bentleigh, mckinnon, ormond, cheltenham, personal effects, handbags, evening wear, hong kong, chinese

This pair of gloves was made in France and purchased by a Moorabbin residentA pair of cream, chamois leather lady's gloves with stitch detailing on back . Size 7 Made in France Size 7craftwork, sewing, gloves, early settlers, market gardeners, moorabbin, bentleigh, mckinnon, ormond, cheltenham, personal effects, evening wear

Plastic Hair decorations became very popular during 20thC because they were cheap and plentiful.2 plastic-like tortoiseshell, decorative hair combstoiletries, market gardeners, early settlers, moorabbin, bentleigh ormond, cheltenham, hairdressing

This type of sewing equipment was widely used in many homes, in an era when hand-made clothes were the “norm.”, and clothes and hosiery were mended, darned or ‘re-made’ into another garment.. These cotton and silk threads are examples of those used for dressmaking, crochet and needlework by the women of the early settler families who made, mended or darned the clothes and hosiery in Moorabbin Shire c1900A tin with lid, containing various packets of sewing threads and needlesPackets ; CLARKE’S Fine Filosheen Grist / 20 yards 3076 Squirrel / No 40 : PRESTIGE ; NEWEY’S Spring ; PARAMOUNT Linen Finish THREAD ; Embassy rustless needles ; sewing, prestige cotton, needles, threads, moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond, craftwork, dressmaking, early settlers, market gardeners

Curling irons, also known as curling tongs, create waves or curls in the hair. Clipless wands have no clamp, and the user simply wraps hair around a rod and squeezes the two parts together. The metal curling irons were heated on the fire or the stove and then the hair could be clamped between these 2 rods to create a curl in the hair . A pair of steel, hair curling tongsEveready Englandtoiletries, hairdressing, curling tongs, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, early settlers, marcel waves, market gardeners

A lady's, grey, evening bag with a drawstring and decorated with beads and sequins.presonal effects, early settlers, market gardeners, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, ormond, dressmaking, craftwork,

Hair curling tongs were used by women 1800 - 1950 to create appealing curls and ringlets in their hair. To achieve ringlets, the tongs were heated on a gas ring, stove top or flame and then thick weft of hair was wound around one side of the tongs. The tongs were then 'crimped' together and upon release a long ringlet of hair resulted . If the tongs were overheated the hair was singed producing a lingering malodour. A pair of lady’s steel tongs, with no clamp, for hair curling. toiletries, hairdressing, early settlers, market gardeners, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, marcel waves

This type of sewing equipment was widely used in many homes, in an era when hand-made clothes were the “norm.”, and clothes were mended, or ‘re-made’ into another garment.. A red velvet covered and lined container with sewing needle, button hook, file and probesewing equipment, prestige cotton, needles, threads, moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond, craftwork, dressmaking, early settlers, market gardeners

A Victorian Railways Suburban train monthly ticket use by Mr Marriott in July 1921 to travel between Moorabbin and Mentone.The Marriott family were early settler, market gardeners in Moorabbin Shire.A Victorian Railway Monthly ticket 1st class Moorabbin and Mentone July 1921Front Not Transferable / VICTORIAN RAILWAYS/ MONTHLY TICKET / MOORABBIN / AND / MENTONE / (HALF ) / FIRST CLASS / ( Not available for Smoking Compt.) /JULY '21 / (For conditions see / other side / Back MOORABBIN / AND / MENTONE / Issued to and accepted by / Sr. Marriott / JULY '21 / 000 / subject to the provisions of the Rail / way Act ................Commissioners / ....... / Albert J.Mullett Govt. Printerrailways, moorabbin, highett, mordialloc, mentone, cheltenham, bentleigh, marriott geoff, market gardeners, early settlers, pioneers, train tickets, melbourne

A photograph of 2 women c 1900 members of the Curtis family who were early settlers in Moorabbin ShireThe family of May Curtis were early settlers in Moorabbin ShireA black and white photograph of 2 unnamed women in a small circular frame with a wire support stand c 1900nilmoorabbin, cheltenham, bentleigh, early settlers, photographs, curtis may

This is a typical jewellery case used by early settler women to store and protect their rings, necklaces, earrings , hat pins etcThis jewellery case gives an insight into the daily life of early settler women in Moorabbin Shire This lady's jewellery box is covered in beige velvet and lined with beige silk The lid has a covered hinge and it has a silver slide catch.nilearly settlers, moorabbin, cheltenham, bentleigh

A lady's hand mirror usually lay on her dressing table and she used it when applying make up and styling her hair.A lady's small ,dressing table, silver plated, hand mirrormoorabbin, bentleigh, brighton, cheltenham, early settlers, pioneers, jewellery, mirrors

Early settlers were very skilled craft workers and made and decorated ornaments, photo frames, cards etc to brighten their homesA small, hand made glass picture frame, hand decorated with chips of mother of pearl shell, a paper mache backing and a metal stand with clips. Enclosing a circular photo of an unnamed lady moorabbin, bentleigh, brighton, cheltenham, early settlers, pioneers, jewellery, craftwork, photographs

The hat box was very necessary for Ladies to protect, store and transport their beautifully decorated hats.The family of Miss Carol Pedersen-Green were early settlers in Moorabbin Shire of Scandinavian descentA lady's, large, hat box made of brown leather with metal hinges and securing clips and inside 2 large leather restraining straps.green carol, moorabbin, bentleigh, brighton, cheltenham, early settlers, pioneers, leatherwork, hats, milliners

This evening bag is an example of the skill and craftwork of the early settler women in the Shire of Moorabbin. A lady's hand-crocheted, blue, evening bag with an 'Ivorine' clasp and frame and a 'chain' handle. The bag has a decorative fringe at base. craftwork, sewing, early settlers, market gardeners, moorabbin, bentleigh, mckinnon, ormond, cheltenham, personal effects, handbags, evening wear

This beret style silk hat was made by women of the early settler families in Moorabbin Shire c1900 and shows their needlework skills . Although living conditions were basic families still held onto their traditional English and European customs and took pride in presenting elements of refined society. This silk beret style hat is an example of the dressmaking, crochet and needlework skills of the women of the early settler families in Moorabbin Shire c1900A lady's, black silk beret style hat with plumeclothing, millinery, dressmakers, early settlers, pioneers, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, hats, feathers

A lady's black lace evening stole with 2 tasselsclothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, crochet, bentleigh, early settlers, craftwork

Sovereign cases were small portable boxes usually in cylindrical shape and made from various metals with snapshut covers to contain the coin. A white metal Sovereign coin holder with spring-loaded insert with engraved decoration on lidengraved decoration on lidpersonal effects, coins, early settlers, market gardeners, moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond

The City of Moorabbin Historical Society was formed c 1960 by a group of Moorabbin residents who were concerned that the history of the area should be preserved. A good response to a call for items related to the historical area of Moorabbin Shire brought donations of a wide variety of artefacts which are now preserved by the current members of CMHS at Box Cottage Museum . Helen Stanley, Secretary of CMHS, began producing a Newsletter for members in April 2007 to provide current information and well researched items of historical interest.Helen Stanley has produced a bi-monthly Newsletter, 2007 - 2013, for the members of the City of Moorabbin Historical Society that contains well researched interesting historical items, notification of upcoming events, current advice from Royal Australian Historical Society , Museums Australia Victoria and activities of Local Historical Societies. The Newsletter is an important record of the activities of the CMHS. Tom Sheehy, past President of CMHS, was an Historian and Author of ‘Battlers Tamed the Sandbelt’. 2 x A4 paper printed on 3 sides Issue 10 of the bi-monthly, City of Moorabbin Historical Society Newsletter produced by Society member and Secretary, Mrs Helen Stanley in February 2009. The Victorian Bushfire tragedy around Marysville is still unfolding as this Newsletter is written. The first meeting for the year is February 22nd and subscriptions are due. An excerpt is transcribed from the City of Moorabbin Historical Society Newsletter October 1962, “A Piece of History in Ormond” by an unknown eyewitness author, describing the original “Box Cottage” situated in Mr J. Reitman’s cement products factory at 306 Jasper Road, Ormond prior to demolition. The current Editor gives information obtained from further recent research . An Article by Tom Sheehy, past President and Historian, February 1979 “The Vineyards of Moorabbin”. The ‘Brighton Estate” began when Henry Moor brought Vine cuttings from Camden NSW 1848 and they were productive after 3 years. Many Vineyards then appeared from Port Phillip Bay to East Boundary Road and produced 2/3 of the annual Victorian grape crop. Disease or insect caused failure in1858 and the land reverted to market gardens. A coloured photocopied photo of Box Cottage 2005. CITY of MOORABBIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY / FEBRUARY 2009 NEWSLETTERcity of moorabbin historical society, stanley helen, sheehy tom, melbourne, moorabbin, brighton, cheltenham, ormond, bentleigh, vineyards, fruit growing, vine diseases, winemaking, grapes, market gardeners, pioneers, early settlers, moorabbin shire, box cottage museum, dairy, port phillip bay, brighton estate, moor henry, cambden estate, reitman j., reitman w., cement, pottery, jasper road ormond, east boundary road brighton, dendy’s special survey 1851, point nepean road, south road brighton, thomas street brighton, north road brighton, county of bourke, box h., box william, bruton william, brighton brewery, parish of moorabbin, parish of prahran, markets, shingle roof, weather-board, downward mr., mckinnon

The City of Moorabbin Historical Society was formed c 1960 by a group of Moorabbin residents who were concerned that the history of the area should be preserved. A good response to a call for items related to the historical area of Moorabbin Shire brought donations of a wide variety of artefacts which are now preserved by the current members of CMHS at Box Cottage Museum . Helen Stanley, Secretary of CMHS, began producing a Newsletter for members in April 2007 to provide current information and well researched items of historical interest.Helen Stanley has produced a bi-monthly Newsletter, 2007 - 2013, for the members of the City of Moorabbin Historical Society that contains well researched interesting historical items, notification of upcoming events, current advice from Royal Australian Historical Society , Museums Australia Victoria and activities of Local Historical Societies. The Newsletter is an important record of the activities of the CMHS.2 x A4 paper printed on 4 sides Issue 11 of the bi-monthly, City of Moorabbin Historical Society Newsletter produced by Society member and Secretary, Mrs Helen Stanley in April 2009. Notice that Mr Travis Sellars, Friends of Cheltenham and Regional Cemeteries, will talk about ‘The Tragic 20’s’ at the meeting April 26th . Volunteers are needed to show visitors around on Open Days each month and a Roster will be made on April 26th . Suggestions are requested for the Community Grant Application to be submitted by CMHS. Historical details are condensed from ‘ The Living Harvest’ by W.T Dobson, describing the establishment of St. Peter’s Catholic School East Bentleigh 1865 on land donated by Fred Quinn , in Centre Road, East Brighton ( East Bentleigh). A photo copy of Parts of Country Portion 39 of Dendy’s Special Survey or Brighton Estate showing the Land Sales of Lot 2, & 3 North Road and Jasper Road 1841 – 1869. Interesting note on the origin of ‘Jasper Road’. 3 photocopied photographs of St Peter’s School building 1903, School Children at East Brighton Railway Station, 1903, A Lorry in the parade 1903. CITY of MOORABBIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY / APRIL 2009 NEWSLETTERcity of moorabbin historical society, stanley helen, dobson w.t., melbourne, moorabbin, brighton, friends of cheltenham and reional cemeteries, cheltenham, ormond, bentleigh, market gardeners, irish immigrants c1850pioneers, early settlers, moorabbin shire, box cottage museum, port phillip bay, brighton estate, jasper road ormond, east boundary road brighton, dendy’s special survey 1851, point nepean road, south road brighton, thomas street brighton, north road brighton, county of bourke, box h., box william, parish of moorabbin, parish of prahran, markets, shingle roof, weather-board, mr., mckinnon, were jonathan, niall rev. fr. patrick, quinn fred, elsternwick, catholic church directory 1878, hibernian society melbourne, brady peter., kennedy mr., boland mr., leary mr., gahan mr., archbishop carr, rev. fr. gough., presentation convent gardenvale, sister mary vincent, charlston john, bavarian dress band, hales jasper

The City of Moorabbin Historical Society was formed c 1960 by a group of Moorabbin residents who were concerned that the history of the area should be preserved. A good response to a call for items related to the historical area of Moorabbin Shire brought donations of a wide variety of artefacts which are now preserved by the current members of CMHS at Box Cottage Museum . Helen Stanley, Secretary of CMHS, began producing a Newsletter for members in April 2007 to provide current information and well researched items of historical interest.Helen Stanley has produced a bi-monthly Newsletter, 2007 - 2013, for the members of the City of Moorabbin Historical Society that contains well researched interesting historical items, notification of upcoming events, current advice from Royal Australian Historical Society , Museums Australia Victoria and activities of Local Historical Societies. The Newsletter is an important record of the activities of the CMHS. Jasper Hale , transported for theft, earned his ‘Ticket of Leave, and purchased land in Dendy’s Special Survey of 1841 later known as East Bentleigh. 2 x A4 paper printed on 3 sides Issue 12 of the bi-monthly, City of Moorabbin Historical Society Newsletter produced by Society member and Secretary, Mrs Helen Stanley in June 2009. Notices of the meeting June 28th , an article in ‘The Leader’ newspaper about the Robert Keys ‘Best Fruit Garden 1881 - 82’ Trophy Cup , a large vinyl banner purchased with Grant money, and while acknowledging the Cottage garden volunteer a request for more helpers at Open Days is made. Jan Rigby, CMHS member, has provided research information about Jasper Hale b 1805 in Gloucester, England, transported to NSW 1830, ‘freed man ‘ 1839, purchased land in Dendy’s Special Survey 1844, sold this land 1846 and died 1884 in Parkes NSW. On arrival as a convict in 1830 his occupation is bricklayer and he can ‘ read and write’. CITY of MOORABBIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY / JUNE 2009 NEWSLETTERcity of moorabbin historical society, stanley helen, rigby jan, melbourne, moorabbin, brighton, cheltenham, ormond, bentleigh, market gardeners, pioneers, early settlers, moorabbin shire, box cottage museum, jasper road ormond, dendy’s special survey 1851, north road brighton, county of bourke, box h., box william, parish of moorabbin, were jonathan, hales jasper, port jackson penal colony, burgess s. william, kemble wiltshire england, stonemason, bricklayer, ‘york’ sailing ship, brummell mary, st. mary’s catholic church sydney, nelson mary ann, ‘george hibbert’ sailing ship, hale james, hale eliza, parkes new south wales gold rush, ballarat gold rush, clunes gold rush, forbes nsw gold rush, parkes historical society

The City of Moorabbin Historical Society was formed c 1960 by a group of Moorabbin residents who were concerned that the history of the area should be preserved. A good response to a call for items related to the historical area of Moorabbin Shire brought donations of a wide variety of artefacts which are now preserved by the current members of CMHS at Box Cottage Museum . Helen Stanley, Secretary of CMHS, began producing a Newsletter for members in April 2007 to provide current information and well researched items of historical interest. Helen Stanley has produced a bi-monthly Newsletter, 2007 - 2013, for the members of the City of Moorabbin Historical Society that contains well researched interesting historical items, notification of upcoming events, current advice from Royal Australian Historical Society , Museums Australia Victoria and activities of Local Historical Societies. The Newsletter is an important record of the activities of the CMHS. Photocopied Plan of ‘Two Acre Village c1853’ and notes about the Colonial City Morgue Melbourne c1888 7 x A4 paper printed on 1 side Issue 17 of the bi-monthly, City of Moorabbin Historical Society Newsletter produced by Society member and Secretary, Mrs Helen Stanley in June 2010. Notice of meeting June 17th and recent death of Mrs May Curtis,CMHS member. June 5th , Robina Naughton, CMHS, represented Box Cottage at the 'Fun4over50s' expo at Moorabbin Town Hall. Mr Laurie Lewis donated the 'original water pump' from the first Box Cottage and has provided a list of the commercial properties around Box Cottage c 1900, as he remembers. An application to Glen Eira City Council for a Public Toilet at Box Cottage for visitors and volunteers. A volunteer has joined CMHS following our enrolment with 'Volunteering Glen Eira'. State Library of Victoria has approved CMHS for the 'Vicnet' program where Box Cottage Museum can be promoted. Helen provides a précis, of 4 A4 pages, describing ‘The City Morgue in Colonial Melbourne’ printed in Provenance Journal No3 November 2004.CITY of MOORABBIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY / JUNE 2010 NEWSLETTERcity of moorabbin historical society, stanley helen, curtis may, graham street mckinnon, curtis geoff, moorabbin town hall, lewis laurie, lewis grace, lewis timber pty. ltd., melbourne, moorabbin, brighton, cheltenham, ormond, bentleigh, market gardeners, pioneers, early settlers, moorabbin shire, box cottage museum, water pump, elster creek, volunteering glen eira, state library of victoria, vicnet, dendy henry, dendy’s special survey 1841, mclean n, box henry, joyce park ormond, city of moorabbin, box william, jasper road east brighton, melbourne city morgue, cooke simon, brown mwy andrew

The City of Moorabbin Historical Society was formed c 1960 by a group of Moorabbin residents who were concerned that the history of the area should be preserved. A good response to a call for items related to the historical area of Moorabbin Shire brought donations of a wide variety of artefacts which are now preserved by the current members of CMHS at Box Cottage Museum . Helen Stanley, Secretary of CMHS, began producing a Newsletter for members in April 2007 to provide current information and well researched items of historical interestHelen Stanley has produced a bi-monthly Newsletter, 2007 - 2013, for the members of the City of Moorabbin Historical Society that contains well researched interesting historical items, notification of upcoming events, current advice from Royal Australian Historical Society , Museums Australia Victoria and activities of Local Historical Societies. The Newsletter is an important record of the activities of the CMHS The Brewer family were early settlers in Moorabbin Shire.3 x A4 paper printed on 1 side Issue 21 of the bi-monthly, City of Moorabbin Historical Society Newsletter produced by Society member and Secretary, Mrs Helen Stanley in April 2011. Notice that the next meeting will be May 29th because April 24th is Easter Sunday and reminders about subscriptions, the Volunteer Hours Record Book, and the South Metro History Group April meeting . Joan Moore, attended a Training Day on March 28th, organised by Peta Knott, Museums Australia Victoria, for small museums to record their artefacts, photos, documents, clothing etc. on the MAV Website. The first item entered on ‘Box Cottage Museum’ site is The Keys Trophy Cup 1881. Cat No. MAV 00001. Helen has compiled a brief history of John and Ann Brewer market gardeners c1841, with photograph CITY of MOORABBIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY / APRIL 2011 NEWSLETTERcity of moorabbin historical society, stanley helen, melbourne, moorabbin, brighton, cheltenham, ormond, bentleigh, mckinnon, market gardeners, pioneers, early settlers, moorabbin shire, box cottage museum, city of moorabbin, box william, glen eira historical society, museums australia victoria, knott peta, south metro history group, brewer john, brewer ann, jasper road, point nepean road, brewer’s road

This Prayerbook, published in London, England c1899, was given to Mr Welden by a Missionary in New Guinea. Pauline Wright, granddaughter of Mr Welden, donated this PrayerbookA black ,hard covered, book of Common Prayer with Hymns Ancient and Modern for The Church of England. Includes Table of Moveable Feasts 1899 - 1949 and a Table for Easter -Day up till 2199. Pages are gold lined'Gold Cross' on front;;Common Prayer -/ hymns A&M, on spine; Front page - The BOOK/Of/ COMMON PRAYER/ AND/ ADMINISTRATION OF THE SACRAMENTS/AND OTHER RITES AND CEREMONIES OF THE CHURCH/ ACCORDING TO THE USE OF / THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND/ OXFORD/ PRINTED AT THE UNIVERSITY PRESS/ LONDON : HENRY FROWDE /church of england, rites, prayerbook. oxford press london, frowde henry, printers, religious ceremonies, pioneers, early settlers, market gardeners, missionaries, new guinea, moorabbin, cheltenham, ormond, bentleigh, hart horace