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Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Leisure object - Haeusler Collection Building Blocks c. Mid-Century
... Leisure object... Collection Building Blocks c. Mid-Century Leisure object Burgundy ...The Wodonga Historical Society Haeusler Collection provides invaluable insight into life in late nineteenth and early twentieth century north east Victoria. The collection comprises manuscripts, personal artefacts used by the Haeusler family on their farm in Wodonga, and a set of glass negatives which offer a unique visual snapshot of the domestic and social lives of the Haeusler family and local Wodonga community. The Haeusler family migrated from Prussia (Germany) to South Australia in the 1840s and 1850s, before purchasing 100 acres of Crown Land made available under the Victorian Lands Act 1862 (also known as ‘Duffy’s Land Act’) in 1866 in what is now Wodonga West. The Haeusler family were one of several German families to migrate from South Australia to Wodonga in the 1860s. This item has well documented provenance and a known owner. It forms part of a significant and representative historical collection which reflects the local history of Wodonga. Burgundy, yellow, cream and green children's building blocks. wodonga, haeusler, haeusler collection, child, children, blocks, play, leisure -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Leisure object - Stereoscope c. late 1800s - early 1900s
... Leisure object... Stereoscope c. late 1800s - early 1900s Leisure object A wooden ...In the 1800s, the stereoscope was the only way to view with world in 3-D. A viewer would look through the lenses of the stereoscope's eyepiece to a card called a stereograph. On the stereograph, two of the same image were printed side by side, which when viewed through the stereograph transformed the one dimensional images into relatively life-like representations. A popular form of entertainment among the middle classes in Europe and America, people could use a stereoscope to view images of real faraway places, or fantastical magic scenes. The first patented stereo viewer was invented by Sir Charles Wheatstone in 1838, and remained a favoured leisure activity until the advent of cinema in the 1930s. This object contributes to our understanding of social life, leisure and entertainment in early twentieth century Wodonga, as well as providing interpretative capacity for themes including local history and social history. A wooden stereoscope with a cardboard 'view' of a streetscape.stereoscope, stereographs, entertainment, fun, leisure -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Leisure object - Stereoscope c. late 1800s - early 1900s
... Leisure object... Stereoscope c. late 1800s - early 1900s Leisure object A wooden ...In the 1800s, the stereoscope was the only way to view with world in 3-D. A viewer would look through the lenses of the stereoscope's eyepiece to a card called a stereograph. On the stereograph, two of the same image were printed side by side, which when viewed through the stereograph transformed the one dimensional images into relatively life-like representations. A popular form of entertainment among the middle classes in Europe and America, people could use a stereoscope to view images of real faraway places, or fantastical magic scenes. The first patented stereo viewer was invented by Sir Charles Wheatstone in 1838, and remained a favoured leisure activity until the advent of cinema in the 1930s. This object contributes to our understanding of social life, leisure and entertainment in early twentieth century Wodonga, as well as providing interpretative capacity for themes including local history and social history.A wooden stereoscope with a cardboard 'view' of a streetscape.stereoscope, stereographs, entertainment, fun, leisure -
Wodonga & District Historical Society Inc
Leisure object - Stereoscope c. late 1800s - early 1900s
... Leisure object... Stereoscope c. late 1800s - early 1900s Leisure object A wooden ...In the 1800s, the stereoscope was the only way to view with world in 3-D. A viewer would look through the lenses of the stereoscope's eyepiece to a card called a stereograph. On the stereograph, two of the same image were printed side by side, which when viewed through the stereograph transformed the one dimensional images into relatively life-like representations. A popular form of entertainment among the middle classes in Europe and America, people could use a stereoscope to view images of real faraway places, or fantastical magic scenes. The first patented stereo viewer was invented by Sir Charles Wheatstone in 1838, and remained a favoured leisure activity until the advent of cinema in the 1930s. This object contributes to our understanding of social life, leisure and entertainment in early twentieth century Wodonga, as well as providing interpretative capacity for themes including local history and social history.A wooden stereoscope with a cardboard 'view' of a streetscape.stereoscope, stereographs, entertainment, fun, leisure -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Leisure object - Sporting Equipment, Cased Set of Lawn Bowls, 1960s
... Leisure object... Sporting Equipment Leisure object Cased Set of Lawn Bowls Set ...William Forrest Passmore of Ascot Vale used these bowls in tournaments. He represented Australia in the Empire and Commonwealth Games of 1962 in Perth.Set of four lawn bowls in a blue vinyl carrying case. The pocket of the case includes a number of measuring instruments, some in leather cases. The set of bowls is engraved with the owners's name - William Passmore [of Acot Vale]sports - lawn bowls, william (bill) passmore, sprting equipment - lawn bowls -
Melbourne Legacy
Leisure object - Toy Bear, Centenary Army Bear, 2023
... Leisure object... Toy Bear Leisure object Centenary Army Bear Legacy bear ...For Legacy's 100th Anniversary there were three limited edition bears released. This bear was new in 2023 and is in the World War 1 Army uniform of the type worn in 1923 and slouch hat with a rising sun badge.An example of the type of products sold along with Legacy Badges for fundraising in 2023.Legacy bear dressed in an army uniform from 1923 With a rising sun badge on slouch hat and a printed cardboard tag. Printed tag gives the price as $25. The feet have '1923-2023' and 'Legacy' printed on them.fundraising, legacy bear, 100th anniversary -
Melbourne Legacy
Leisure object - Toy Bear, Centenary Navy Bear, 2023
... Leisure object... Toy Bear Leisure object Centenary Navy Bear Legacy bear ...For Legacy's 100th Anniversary there were three limited edition bears released. This bear was new in 2023 and is in the World War 1 Navy uniform of the type worn in 1923.An example of the type of products sold along with Legacy Badges for fundraising in 2023.Legacy bear dressed in a Navy uniform from 1923 and a printed cardboard tag. Printed tag gives the price as $25. The feet have '1923-2023' and 'Legacy' printed on them.fundraising, legacy bear, 100th anniversary -
Melbourne Legacy
Leisure object - Toy Bear, Centenary Air Force Bear, 2023
... Leisure object... Toy Bear Leisure object Centenary Air Force Bear Legacy bear ...For Legacy's 100th Anniversary there were three limited edition bears released. This bear was new in 2023 and is in the World War 1 Air Force uniform of the type worn in 1923.An example of the type of products sold along with Legacy Badges for fundraising in 2023.Legacy bear dressed in an Air Force uniform from 1923 with a printed cardboard tag. Printed tag gives the price as $25. The feet have '1923-2023' and 'Legacy' printed on them.fundraising, legacy bear, 100th anniversary -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Dumbells
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Dumbells Leisure object Pair of wooden dumbells ...from the Till collectionTHE TILL COLLECTION SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT|The significance of the Alwyn Till Collection is that Alwyn was born in Mitcham in 1921. He attended Mitcham Primary School and Box Hill Boys High School. He served his Community mainly through his activities within the Christ Church Anglican Church Mitcham. He joined the Royal Australian Airforce in World War II in September 1939. He trained as a Pilot in Australia and Canada, was posted to England and saw action in Europe. He was shot down over France and rescued by and then joined the French Resistance and while fighting with them was fatally shot. A Baron fighting with him wrote to his mother to inform her of his death.|Alwyn's parents were Evaleen Victoria Till (nee Maggs) and Sydney Norman Till who first lived in Creek Road Mitcham, before moving to 573 Whitehorse Road Mitcham. His father served in World War I where his eyesight was damaged and he was taught by the then Blind Institute in suitcase making of which we have two examples in this collection. He died in 1931. Alwyn took over responsibility for his mother and sister Alison. We can understand how devastated his mother and sister would have been at the news of Alwyn's feeling that he must serve his country in World War 11.|His letters home were so precious to them that they carefully kept all his correspondence, notices of death and condolences from friends. After Alison's death in 2007 her relation Joan Walker transcribed each of Alwyn's letters home into two bound volumes. The executors, Joan Walker and Anne Drew deposited the original letters with the Whitehorse Historical Society. Due to their significance as historical documents of one serviceman's complete correspondence with his family the Whitehorse Historical Society Committee after consultation with the donors deposited the original letters with the State Library of Victoria. The Whitehorse Historical Society retains the copies.|Alison and her mother kept many family memorabilia and personal items which make up this significant collection as they show how people lived, worked and served in the local community and municipality.|This collection represents the love and devotion of the women to their families during the course of two world wars. The father was disabled as a result of World War 1 and died an early death and a son who thereafter took on the responsibility as head of the family at an early age. This young handsome charismatic son served his community in peace time and gave his life in World War 11. This mother and sister were devoted to his memory.Pair of wooden dumbells with lead weights attached at each end.A.Tillrecreations, sports -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Dolls Bed Pillow
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Dolls Bed Pillow Leisure object Pillow - pink ...Margaret Scarlett CollectionPart of Doll,s bedPillow - pink, hand sewn. Filling is possibly rayon.toys, dolls' accessories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Dolls Bed Sheet
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Dolls Bed Sheet Leisure object White cotton ...Collection of Margaret ScarlettWhite cotton twill, hemmed on 3 sides.manchester, bedding, toys, dolls' accessories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Book Cut -out Paper Doll
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Book Cut -out Paper Doll Leisure object Shirley ...From the collection of Dorothy WilliamsChild Film Star popular during 1930's and 1940'sShirley Temple Paper Doll 34 inches Cut out Doll. The Head to Waist, Waist to Feet in cardboard. Cut out pink dress in paper. The rest of her outfit and shoes - uncut. Three piecesShirley Temple 34 ins. Cut Out Doll.books, children's -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Cards
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Cards Leisure object Pack of 56 cards made ...Pack of 56 cards made of thin cardboard with instructions explaining the rules of the game. Packed in black cardboard box. (Full Pack)CORNER|AN ENTERTAINING PASTIME|AN EDUCATIONAL SPORTtoys, games -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Dinky Toy
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Dinky Toy Leisure object Yellow and green ...Purchased by Valda Arrowsmith for Toy CollectionYellow and green painted truck with eight rubber tyred wheelsDinky Supertoys, Leyland Octopustoys, mobile -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Miniature pack of playing cards, not known
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Miniature pack of playing cards Leisure object ...not knownMiniature pack of cards, 52 in settoys, games -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Child's blocks, Unknown
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Child's blocks Leisure object Matchbox type set ...UnknownUnknownMatchbox type set of 6 child's blocks with 5 pictures matching the blocks. Picture of man eating at outside table on front. A total of 13 items to the set..toys, games -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Stereograph and accessories, circa 1920
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Stereograph and accessories Leisure object ...Stereograph has been restoredStereograph made of wood. Two windows with magnifying glass in each. Wood and metal stand to hold picture card to be viewed. Three picture cards of siege guns, Duke of York Celebrations, Hobart; Pay day DelhiOn siege guns card, The Rose Stereographs Melbourne, Sydney, Wellington & London.audio-visual technology, audio - visual accessories, audio - visual appliances -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Bag - evening, circa 1920
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Bag - evening Leisure object Cream satin beaded ...From the estate of Jenny Lang, 11 Pearcedale Grove, NunawadingCream satin beaded evening purse. Metal frame along top with metal clasp. Purse lined with pale gold coloured silk with a small pocket on one side. Metal chain handle on top. Bag is beaded both front and back with gold seed beads.costume accessories, female -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Transfers, not known
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Transfers Leisure object Booklet containing ten ...Belonged to donorTransfers were a normal part of a woman's sewing equipment from approx 1920's to 1960's for embroidering household and glory box requirements.Booklet containing ten designs of a set theme. Booklets are numbered as per each theme. Book 15 - Nursery Designs Book 11 - Initials, Book 13 - Baby Book, Book 10 - Sprays, Book 7 - Dolly Varden, Book 8 - Scotty DogsTip Top Transfershandcrafts, embroidery -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Game - Building, c 1950's
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Game - Building Leisure object Red cardboard ...Red cardboard cylinder with cardboard lid. Printing in blue and white, 'The Big Joy Toy'. Twenty-one wooden rods and 12 red wooden wheels inside. Cylinder also has wording: 'The Big Joy (coloured) Builder', 'Registered', 'The educational toy for girl or boy', 'Hundreds of different moving figures can be built with this toy', 'Windmill a Joy Toys product'; 'Contents - 53 split rods 20 coloured spools 8 windmill blades and a book of directions'.toys, games -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Toy horse & cart
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Toy horse & cart Leisure object Wooden horse ...Wooden horse drawing a wooden cart. Wheels and horse have red trim and string to pull alongtoys, general, mobile -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Toy television, 1960's
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Toy television Leisure object Toy television set ...Brought from Japan by Myrtle Bennett on cruise in 1960'sToy television set. Case gold coloured tin with four red knobs on lower right hand side. White plastic insert on left hand side to resemble speaker section. Battery powered ballerina inside 'tube'toys, general -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Doll, c 1965
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Doll Leisure object Plastic doll with brown eyes ...Belonged to Kelly Gardener. Brought back from Hong Kong by Myrtle Bennett from a cruise to JapanPlastic doll with brown eyes which can shut and open; long blond hair. Dressed in red and black check skirt with lace trim; blue blouse with red buttons down front; red shoes. Doll can walk and sit up.toys, dolls -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - High Chair -Doll's
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne High Chair -Doll's Leisure object Yellow wooden ...High chair belonged to Cathy, Bruce Reynolds' daughterYellow wooden Doll's high chair, four rungs and a step and tray. A decal of 'Jack Be Nimble' transfer is on back of seat. Tray is of blue laminex.toys, dolls' accessories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Doll's Mirror
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Doll's Mirror Leisure object Doll's mirror ...Doll's mirror encased in tortoiseshelltoys, dolls' accessories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Dolls Bed and Bedding
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Dolls Bed and Bedding Leisure object Metal ...Doll's bed belonged to Bruce Reynolds daughter.Metal doll's bed with knitted cover, cotton mattress, white polyester pillow with cotton pillow case embroidered with blue rabbit. Nylon quilted cover, grey with pink rose lined with yellow floral cotton. Rug is nine knitted oblongs joined together.Quality Tontine Products. David Galt Industries, Melbourne.toys, doll's furniture, toys, dolls' accessories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Dice Container
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Dice Container Leisure object Wooden cylinder ...Wooden cylinder in which dice were placed and then thrown to score.toys, general -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Dice Container
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Dice Container Leisure object Wooden cylinder ...Wooden cylinder in which dice were placed and then thrown to score.toys, general -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Pianola Roll and Box
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Pianola Roll and Box Leisure object Brown paper ...Purchased from Turriff Antiques BendigoBrown paper roll with imprinted with with holes associated with music that is to be played. Black bakelite circular ends. Contained in a black and white cardboard box.MasterTouch Word Roll A.D.4309|Sweet Rosie O'Grady from Sweet Rosie O'Grady Waltzmusical instruments, accessories -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Leisure object - Kaleidoscope
... Leisure object... Mitcham melbourne Kaleidoscope Leisure object Cylinder with small ...Cylinder with small peephole at one end. Drawing of child and animals on sides and base. Small pieces of paper in red base. When viewed through peephole and turning red base papers change into different patterns.toys, general