The author, Georges M. Ville (or George M Ville) was a French agriculturalist and botanist who lived from 1824-1897. His career began as a pharmacist and he is known for his research and experiments on the effects of nitrogen and chemical fertilisers on plants, mostly on his experimental farm, He wrote several books in his field of work. The book is part of Flagstaff Hill's Pattison Collection, a large group of books and records, some of which are rare and valuable. The collection was owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute, founded in 1853, and is named after Warrnambool's Public Librarian, Ralph Pattison. The handwritten comment on the fly page infers that the book was purchased by a Government subsidy in May 1910 and received in that same month. The book's publisher, Longman, Green & Co. was originally established by Thomas Longman founded his publishing firm in 1724 in London by the name Longman. In August of that year, he bought the two shops and goods of William Taylor and set up his publishing house there at 39 Paternoster Row. The shops were called Black Swan and Ship, and it is said that the 'ship' sign was the inspiration for Longman's Logo. After many changes of name and management, the firm was incorporated in 1926 as Longmans, Green & Co. Pty Ltd. The firm was acquired by Pearson in 1968 and was known as Pearson Longman or Pearson PLC. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. Artificial Manures: their chemical selection and scientific application to agriculture Author: Georges M Ville Publisher: Longmans Green & Co. Date: 1909 (first published in 1882) Translated [from French] and edited by Sir William Crookes, D. Scl., F.R.S. New edition revised by Sir William Crookes, D. Sc., F.R.S. and John Percival, M.A. Director of the Department of Agriculture, University College, Reading The blue cloth hardcover book with embossed gold text and lines on the spine contains illustrations and tables. It is part of the Pattison Collection. Inscriptions include a label, stamp, stickers and handwriting.Label on spine: "PAT 631.8 VIL" Sticker on front endpaper: "Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library" Sticker on endpaper: "Corangamite Regional Library Service" Stamp: "Corangamite Regional Library Service" Stamp on Fly: "from Warrnambool Public Museum" Handwriting on fly: "Purchased Govt Subsidy 10th May 1910" "Received May 24th 1910" "[signature]flagstaff hill, flagstaff hill maritime museum and village, warrnambool, maritime museum, maritime village, great ocean road, shipwreck coast, pattison collection, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, mechanics’ institute library, warrnambool library, free library, corangamite regional library service, longmans green and co. london, artificial manures, chemical selection of artificial manures, scientific selection of artificial manures, georges m ville, george ville, french, agriculturalist, agriculture, sir william crookes, john percival, 1909, 1882, 1910, fertilizers, farming, farm improvement

White double sided letter card addressed to Miss M. Johnston, "Gowan Brae", Spring Vale, Linton. Victoria one penny stamp affixed. Postmarked on front "Melbourne AM 430 11200" and on back "Linton Victoria De 1 00".Message on card: "Got your letter all right. Alfs-exams on Monday. I will write-you then and give you all news-Hope you are all well and that -Ann is better. No more-just now. Lucy. "Clydebank" 30.11.00"miss johnston

Framed Certificate with CTS school logo on centre bottom of certificate. Text: 'Ex-Presdident's Certificate presented to / M.Hannah Esq as a token of esteem and regard for / the many services rendered by him / as a member of the School Council / 1912 1913'. Signed by President and M Richmond Secretary. collingwood technical school, m hannah, presentation pieces, nmit

Map - Colour print - of Melbourne's tram network, shows the lines operated by M>Tram or Yarra Trams, route numbers, ticket zones, zone overlaps and contact websites. - used in Fares and Travel Guide - 2000 and 2001 Map - see Reg Item 2508.trams, tramways, connex, map, melbourne, tramways, m>tram, yarra trams

In October 2011, Dr Jessica Gallagher, Vision Australia ambassador, appeared on the Triple M Rush Hour show. Hosted by James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless, their 'Good on ya' segment highlighted work down in the community.Jess Gallagher with James Brayshaw and Billy Brownlessvision australia, jessica gallagher

william siddeley, elm lodge - wellington street -- kew (vic.), madford -- wellington street -- kew (vic.)

Councillor M Scott was a butcher in Koroit and his fame spread as a trainer of several good race horses. At the time racing was prospering in the district and it was a very rare occasion that Councillor Scott’s horses did not win a race at the local meetings.Black and white portrait president, belfast, portrait, government, shire, municipal, local-government, m.scott

Black and white photograph of Y 469 at Preston Workshops with the Paint shop in the background during a special tram tour, 9/2/1969. Photo by Chris Phillips. ARE Tour ex South Melbourne depot. Printed on Kodak Paper.In red ink "Y 496 Preston Workshops 9/2/69"trams, tramways, mmtb, special trams, preston workshops, tram 469

Handwritten note, in ink or two colours - on a single sheet of paper titled "M&MT Board Disciplinary Action. 5/6/41". Describes MMTB disciplinary procedures for general matters and collisions and the Board of Reference which hears any appeals arising out of the disciplinary hearings.`trams, tramways, mmtb, unions, discipline, collision

This album was presented to the Earl of Stradbroke by Fathers of Soldiers on Phillip Island. The photo is of Rhyll shore line with pier in back ground.Sepia photograph of the shore at Rhyll, Phillip Island with pier in background.Rose Series P 3432 View at Rhyll, Phillip Island, Vicphillip island, rhyll shoreline, rhyll pier

Map - Colour print - of Melbourne's railway station network, shows the Connex and M>Train areas, zones, V/Line Metcards, Premium stations - used in Fares and Travel Guide - 2000 and 2001 Map - see Reg Item 2508. Also used in poster Reg Item 2514.trams, tramways, connex, map, melbourne, railways, m>tram, connex

Black and white photograph of W4 671 at Preston Workshop, alongside No. 19 road of the Paintshop during a special tram tour 9/2/1969. Photo by Chris Phillips. ARE Tour ex South Melbourne depot. Printed on Kodak Paper.On rear in red ink "W4 671 Preston W'Shops 9/2/69"trams, tramways, mmtb, preston workshops, special trams, tram 671

Launch of the Kinloch Gardens development, 12 new double and triple storey homes along a private road in the gardens of Kinloch, a mansion set on 2.4ha in Arthur St. The launch was attended by Planning Minister Rob Maclellan and Nillumbik Shire president Robert Marshall, Architects Graeme Gunn and Ian Jelbart and approximately 100 guests.1 images; digital file only; created from scan undertaken by EDHS of a set of 34 colour 10 x 15 cm prints arthur street, eltham, graeme gunn, houses, ian jelbart, jelbart property, john graves, kinloch gardens, planning minister, rob maclellan, wayne phillips, woodridge estate

Launch of the Kinloch Gardens development, 12 new double and triple storey homes along a private road in the gardens of Kinloch, a mansion set on 2.4ha in Arthur St. The launch was attended by Planning Minister Rob Maclellan and Nillumbik Shire president Robert Marshall, Architects Graeme Gunn and Ian Jelbart and approximately 100 guests.1 images; digital file only; created from scan undertaken by EDHS of a set of 34 colour 10 x 15 cm prints arthur street, christine jelbart, eltham, graeme gunn, houses, ian jelbart, jelbart property, john graves, kinloch gardens, planning minister, rob maclellan, robert marshall, wayne phillips, woodridge estate

Launch of the Kinloch Gardens development, 12 new double and triple storey homes along a private road in the gardens of Kinloch, a mansion set on 2.4ha in Arthur St. The launch was attended by Planning Minister Rob Maclellan and Nillumbik Shire president Robert Marshall, Architects Graeme Gunn and Ian Jelbart and approximately 100 guests.6 images; digital file only; created from scan undertaken by EDHS of a set of 30 colour 10 x 15 cm prints arthur street, eltham, graeme gunn, houses, ian jelbart, jelbart property, john graves, kinloch gardens, rob maclellan, robert marshall, wayne phillips, woodridge estate

Historical WWII recount of the successful raid on the battleship dock at St. Nasiere. This was an action which could only be attempted precisely because it must appear to the enemy, to be absolutely impossible to undertake and for this reason alone it required courage and determination of a quite unusual order to carry out. The operation had been planned in great detail. Once the forces were committed each individual small ship and little group of soldiers had to fight it out by their own initiative in communication from the home front.A naval deployment during WWII in Normandy.Hardcover blue with red swatch, gold trim and gold writing. Photographs, Maps, Illustrations.Foreword by Admiral of the Fleet, the Earl of Mountbatten of Burma KG. " A deed of glory intimately involved in high strategy" Winston Churchill An original Companion Bookclub advertisement leaflet is tucked inside the back cover.st.nasiere raid, german informants, normandie dock, mountbatten, c.e. lucasphillips, robert ryder, the dock busters, caissons, the jaguar, navigation

SoftcoverIssue has an article on the 1998 Royal Australian Institute of Architects Awards. 2 photocopies of article on the monarchy from The economist Oct 22 1994phillips collections, art, walsh st library

Chuck Photo Seriesphillips' hotel, sturt street, albert street, hotel, building, commerical

1956, 33, city of heidelberg repertory group, heidelberg theatre company inc, directed by patrick phillips, vdl victorian drama league one-act play festival

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