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Werribee RSL Sub Branch
Book, Military History, ON GUARD WITH THE VOLUNTEER DEFENCE FORCE, 1944 (exact)
The Voluteer Defence Corps decided to have their own book to help people understand the Corps. In it's early years it was raised and maintained by the Return Soldiers League. The original mambers had all served in the late war. The book appeared on the Fourth Anniversary of V.D.C establishment in Australia.TO OUR COMRADES MEN AND WOMEN OF THE FIGHTING SERVICES 'These are the times that try men's souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service to their country; be he that stands it now; tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have the consultion with us, that the harder the confilct the more glorious the triumph"...world war two, vdc, v d c, volunteer defence force, volunteer defence corps, return soldiers league, aaho7 1 -
Federation University Historical Collection
Correspondence, Letters from A. Gallenkamp & Co to the Ballarat School of Mines, 1898, 1898
Two hand written letters relating to orders from the Ballarat School of Mines .1) 31 March 1898 Dear Sir, In reply to your favor of 23 February we have nearly all the apparatus now ready you were good enough to order. I've [illegible] here 12 cases [illegible] fomr Robinson's goods we likely had to wait about 5 months for supply from works, the demand having been quite extraordinary this year. Ou people [illegible] are so busy with Rontgen ray tubes that we cannot get crokes ad Uranium tubes as quickly as we should like. Yours are not yet to hand, have however a promise of delivery very shortly when all goods will be ready for dispatch. Now we have [illegible] in our very large new warehouses in Sun Street, we are importing [illegible] and other glass goods in four or five times the quantity, we could store in our old place, so that we shall hold presently the August stock of glass apparatus in London, enabling us to fill orders of every size in much shorter issue. We shall not loose a day or a book so soon as we are ready with the order early in April. We beg to call your attention to fene glass listed by the [illegible] book post. Your esteemed further orders will oblige. Yours truly [Illegible] .2) 09 September 1898 Dear Sir We thank you for the favor of your order of August just received and give [illegible] attention. arriving to our ... For Reagent bottle 1757 you state no size, we will give you 250cm as the size usually order here. ... We beg to confirm our letter of 2nd inst and enclose two circulars of interest. Yours Faithfully [illegible]a. gallenkamp and co., letterhead, ballarat school of mines, frederick martell, x-ray, xray, rontgen tubes, crooks tubes, uranium tubes -
Federation University Historical Collection
Book, Thistle Y Harris, Wild Flowers of Australia, 1948
Brown hardcover book with coloured dust jacket, 206 pages, 68 pages of platesbotany, wild flowers, everlasting daisy, boronia, acacia, flax lily, kangaroo apple, australian bugle, handsome flatpea, waratah, bottlebrush, daisy-bush -
South West Healthcare
Ashton Automatic Injector, Ashton & Co. Ltd, Medical Equipment, 20th Century
1 chrome metal barrel with adjustable parts; black grip and trigger; 1 Instruction manual."ASHTON AUTOMATIC INJECTOR / MANUFACTURER" "ASHTON & CO. LTD." "ADELAIDE, S.A." "PAT. APPN. 37054 / 58" "APP. RD. 39141" -
Victorian Apiarists Association
Publication, Keeping Your Own Bees (Norman Redpath) Nelson Homestead Series, 1978
Soft Cover Book with drawing of a beekeeper & beehive on the front -
Victorian Apiarists Association
Publication, Pender Beekeepers Supplies, Unknown
Illustrated catalogue with light blue cover -
Victorian Apiarists Association
Publication, Australasian Beekeeping Supplies (Pender Bros Pty Ltd), ?
Soft cover catalogue for beekeeping supplies. White cover with red writing 35 pages -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Photograph, 1872
Mary Forrest Gardner was born on 26th April 1845 and married Joseph Bartlett Davies on 6th February 1872 at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Launceston, Tasmania. She was the sister-in-law of Sir Matthew Davies, Governor of Victoria. Her father was the Rev. John Gardner. She died on 28th October 1887 and was buried at the Boroondara Cemetery. The Mentone Presbyterian Church was built as a memorial to her. The foundation stone of the church was laid by J. Bartlett Davies on 17th August 1889.Sepia toned carte de visite, full-length studio portrait of Mary Forrest Davies (nee Gardner) in her wedding gown, 6th February 1872.mary forrest gardner, joseph bartlett davies, sir matthew davies, rev. john gardner, mentone presbyterian church -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of Victoria
Photograph
John Cross B.A. (1862 - 1924) Born at Brown Hill in 1862. B.A. University of Melbourne. Worked for 43 years in the Education Department, first as a teacher, and later as an inspector of schools. Involved with the Brown Hill and Graham St. Methodist Churches. A generous philanthropist who gave large donations to the Graham St. Kindergarten, Queen's College and other Methodist causes.Sepia toned cabinet card head and shoulders studio portrait of Mr John Cross B.A. john cross, brown hill, graham st. methodist, school teacher, school inspector, philanthropist, queen's college -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Vermont pre 1890, 1985?
Short history of Vermont, pre 1890. Nunawading Historical Society competition, first prize, open section. With maps and photographs.Short history of Vermont, pre 1890. Nunawading Historical Society competition, first prize, open section. With maps and photographs.Short history of Vermont, pre 1890. Nunawading Historical Society competition, first prize, open section. With maps and photographs.vermont, nunawading -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Document - Attestation Forms Etc
Enlistment Form 21/01/1945 Attestation Form For Special Services 02/07/1945 3xService & casualty forms 5/07/1945- 29/11/1946 1 x Determination of Demobilization priority - 18/11/1946 Proceeding for Discharge 2/12/1946 -
Hume City Civic Collection
Book, Education Department of Victoria, Physical Education for Victorian Schools, 1946
A physical education course of study for primary and secondary school teachersA 480 paged bound text book with a grey cloth cover and navy blue printing on the cover and spine.non-fictionA physical education course of study for primary and secondary school teachers physical education, reference books, schools, teachers -
Melbourne Legacy
Book, The History of the Legacy Club of Sydney
The second volume of the history of Sydney Legacy. The book records the activities and development of Sydney Legacy from 1/7/1936 - 30/6/1946 supported by many photographs. It was written before 1950.A record that Sydney Legacy club compiled a record of their early history and had it published.Red covered published book of the History of Sydney Legacy Club with black and white photographs.Front cover, Legacy logo in gold. Top of the spine History of the Legacy Club of Sydney in gold lettering. The bottom of the spine 2 horizontal lines 2mm apart volume 11, 2 horizontal lines 2mm apart, all in gold. Inside front cover an unknown signature and date 1950 in blue biro.history, founding legatee -
Mont De Lancey
Booklet - Knitting Patterns, Australian Red Cross, Australian Red Cross Society Knitting Book, c.1940's
Two Australian Red Cross knitting pattern booklets for home knitters, c.1940's. They were used by Ms Dorothy Hunter. These booklets were collected over 15 years and were used for exhibition at Memo, Gallery Healesville Friday 23rdOct to 18th November 2015.Two copies of Australian Red Cross Society Knitting Book, one small and one larger. The front cover shows the name of the society, a large red cross with the title Knitting Book underneath. The smaller book has information about the purpose of the Australian Red Cross Society in war times, Price: Threepence. Second Edition. The back cover has information regarding free carriage on S.A Railways and by Adelaide Steamship Company. It also has a 5 inches ruler on the left edge of the back cover.The larger book has the same title with the addition of Parcels addressed "Australian Red Cross" are carried free over the railways. On the back cover is printed Copies of this knitting book may be obtained upon application to any Red Cross Emergency Service Company in Victoria. Inside are various patterns for clothing - caps, sleeveless pullover, waistcoat muffler, armlets, man's socks and mittens, kneecaps, hot water bottle covers and scarves. non-fictionTwo Australian Red Cross knitting pattern booklets for home knitters, c.1940's. They were used by Ms Dorothy Hunter. These booklets were collected over 15 years and were used for exhibition at Memo, Gallery Healesville Friday 23rdOct to 18th November 2015.knitting, knitting patterns, knitting equipment -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Unknown
A colour photograph of Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph of Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Kathleen Murphy, 04-1995
A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Kathleen Murphy, 04-1995
A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Glen Eira Historical Society
Photograph - Elsternwick Club, Sandham Street, 19, Elsternwick
Four items about the Elsternwick Club: 1/ An undated black and white photograph (90mm x 140mm) of the exterior of the Elsternwick Club Building at Sandham Street. 2/ Two identical postcards advertising the opening of the Tabaret at the Elsternwick Club in 1996, with four historic photographs of the club included on the front. The back advertises the opening hours, price of alcohol and gaming machines. 3/ An original colour site plan (300mm x 290mm) on tracing paper in ink of the Club’s premises, prepared by Thomas Watts and Son Architects 77 Swanston Street with a colour photocopy of this same plan. 4/ Photocopy of page 15 from the 1985 second edition of the City of Caulfield's "caulfield's building heritage" directory and information guide which provides basic information about the Elsternwick Club building and includes an illustration (115mm x 85mm) of the exterior of the Club.For item 1 inscription: Elsternwick Club Sandham Stst georges road, elsternwick, elsternwick club, thomas watts and son, sandham street, site plans -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Unknown
A colour photograph of Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph of Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Kathleen Murphy, 04-1995
A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Ephemera (item) - Information brochure, MATHILDE'S of MARYSVILLE, Unknown
An information brochure regarding Mathilde's of Marysville.An information brochure regarding Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, information brochure -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Kathleen Murphy, 04-1995
A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Kathleen Murphy, 04-1995
A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Photograph (item) - Colour photograph, Kathleen Murphy, 04-1995
A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.A colour photograph taken at Mathilde's of Marysville.marysville, victoria, australia, mathilde's of marysville, accommodation, photograph -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, The Diaries of Sarah Midgley and Richard Skilbeck, 1967
Pioneer diaries of early Australian settlers, Sarah Midgley and Richard Skilbeck.Tan hard covered book with tan and yellow dust jacket. Title and text is black. Front cover has framed drawing of cottage taken from photograph which is included in the book. Map of area is on inside front and back covers.208 pages. It has a number of black and white photographic plates included.non-fictionPioneer diaries of early Australian settlers, Sarah Midgley and Richard Skilbeck.sarah midgley, richard skilbeck, diaries of sarah midgley and richard skilbeck, yangery, early pioneer life, wesleyan church warrnambool, yangery koroit -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & Museum
Photograph - School Photo, Fotek School Portraits, Jacana Primary School 1997 Grade 4/5, 1997
This 1997 photo of Jacana Primary School’s Grade 4/5 class captures a moment in the life of a community-focused school that served Melbourne’s northern suburbs from 1959 until the early 2000s, reflecting its strong educational and social values.This 1997 class photograph of Jacana Primary School’s Grade 4/5 students represents a significant moment in the history of a community-centered institution that served Melbourne’s northern suburbs from 1959 until the early 2000s. This image reflects the school’s enduring role in shaping local identity, fostering educational opportunity, and promoting social cohesion. As a visual record, it offers valuable insight into the educational practices, student life, and community values of the late 20th century in suburban Melbourne.A colour photograph taken in 1997 featuring students and teachers at Jacana Primary School. The photo is bordered by a black frame, with names neatly printed along the bottom on a white background. The entire photograph has been laminated for preservation.jacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, 1997, grade 4/5, timothy blaney, mitchell ryan, faye dabrowski, steven churchill, elke-beth koistinen, neddy changtave, robbie brewer, mary ann pagalanan, sonia zorn, jessica kidd, hollie west, rosalba nisi, ahmad hamad, neimat hamad, jody brown, krystle phillips, michael melia, dany david, phillip tafili, ammoun houssein, nahrin younan, herodia poki poki, peter cindric, william jones, mohammed mehyar, kevin le, mrs. d aylward, mrs. k smith, mr graham archer, cassie peterson -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & Museum
Photograph - School Photo, Jacana Primary School Bat Tennis Premiers 1979, 1979
This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers offers a nostalgic glimpse into a vibrant chapter of local school life. More than just a snapshot of sporting success, it reflects the values that underpinned the school’s ethos—participation, perseverance, and community pride. Founded in 1959, Jacana Primary served generations of families until its closure in the early 2000s, becoming a hub for both learning and local connection. The image stands as a testament to the school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded students through both academic and extracurricular pursuits. It also serves as a cultural time capsule, capturing the spirit of a suburban Melbourne school community during a formative era in public education.This 1979 photograph of Jacana Primary School’s bat tennis premiers holds enduring cultural and historical value as a representation of the school’s commitment to holistic education and community engagement. The image is significant not only for documenting a moment of sporting achievement but also for illustrating the broader educational philosophy of the time—one that emphasised teamwork, resilience, and local pride. As a visual record from a school that served the Jacana community from 1959 until the early 2000s, it offers insight into the social fabric of suburban Melbourne during a period of growth and change. The photograph contributes to the collective memory of the area, symbolising the role of public schools as foundational institutions in shaping both individual lives and community identity.A colour photograph of Jacana Primary School’s 1979 bat tennis team. The students are dressed in various sports clothes and are arranged in rows. The teacher stands in the top right corner of the group.jacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, 1979, bat tennis -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & Museum
Photograph - Class Photograph, Jacana Primary School, Jacana Primary School Grade 5/6 2003, 2003
This photograph of the Grade 5/6 class at Jacana Primary School, taken in 2003, offers a rare glimpse into the final years of a school that had served the Jacana community since 1959. Capturing students and staff in a typical classroom setting, the image reflects the educational practices and social atmosphere of the early 21st century. Although the school closed in the 2000s, this photograph stands as a valuable historical record, preserving the memory of a place that played a formative role in the lives of many local families. It highlights the school’s enduring significance as a centre of learning, connection, and community identity.This 2003 photograph of the Grade 5/6 class at Jacana Primary School holds historical significance as one of the final visual records of a school that served the Jacana community from 1959 until its closure in the early 2000s. It captures the everyday life of students and educators during the early 21st century, reflecting the school’s role as a cornerstone of local identity, education, and social connection. The image is a valuable reminder of the school’s contribution to generations of families and its place in the broader narrative of public education in Melbourne’s northern suburbs.A colour photograph of school children in school uniform with their teacher.jacana primary school, grade 5/6, 2003, photograph, camila amilale, mrs. marie killender, emre akbiyik, krishna hurley - edwards, maja sormaz, yalcin akyildiz, hung phan, jordan megne, mrs. katrina romanyk, kristijan mihaljev, tegan nash, mohammad matar, hakan bozbay, mrs. luba bojczuk, yeliz akyildiz, matthew sinnett, breanna nash, ms carol taylor -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & Museum
Photograph - School Photograph, Classic Studios Victoria, Jacana Primary School Prep/1/2 - 2003, 2003
This 2003 photo shows Grades prep, 1 and 2 at Jacana Primary School, once located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The school, now closed and demolished, served the local community for decades. This image offers a nostalgic glimpse into a bygone era of local education and childhood in Jacana.This 2003 photograph of Grades prep, 1 and 2 at Jacana Primary School captures a moment in the educational and social history of Melbourne’s northern suburbs. As the school no longer exists, the image holds historical value, preserving the memory of a once-vital community institution and its students.Colour photograph on matte paper, with names of people in their photograph.jacana primary school, education, prep/1/2, 2003 school photograph, amy matthews, sam accaputo, hana matar, jenny du, milan hurley-edwards, vincent tuua, nhi phan, filiz akyildiz, mrs. vivien mcnish, makarita solofa, orhan bozbay, jacqualine o'toole, ms carol taylor -
Broadmeadows Historical Society & Museum
Photograph - School Photo, Fotek School Portraits, Jacana Primary School 1999 Staff Photograph, 1999
This 1999 photograph of staff at Jacana Primary School captures a significant moment in the history of a community-oriented institution that served Melbourne’s northern suburbs from 1959 until the early 2000s. More than just a staff portrait, the image reflects the enduring spirit of a school deeply embedded in its local context—one that championed educational access, fostered a strong sense of belonging, and played a vital role in shaping community identity. As a visual record, it offers valuable insight into the educational culture, staff dynamics, and broader social values of suburban Melbourne at the close of the 20th century. This 1999 photograph of Jacana Primary School staff holds considerable historical and cultural value as a visual record of a school that played a pivotal role in the educational and social fabric of Melbourne’s northern suburbs. Operating from 1959 until the early 2000s, Jacana Primary was more than an educational institution—it was a cornerstone of community life, fostering inclusion, resilience, and opportunity for generations of students and families. The image is significant for its ability to convey the ethos of the school at the close of the 20th century, reflecting broader trends in public education, suburban development, and community identity in Victoria. It offers insight into the people who shaped the school’s legacy and serves as a tangible link to the shared experiences and values of the Jacana community.A colour photograph depicting teachers at Jacana Primary School, taken in 1999. The image is bordered by a black frame and features a white strip along the bottom edge with names of individuals neatly printed. The Jacana Primary School logo is located in the bottom right-hand corner. Photograph is laminated. jacana primary school, education, photograph, group photograph, ms. carol taylor, 1999, merna gamble, luba bojczuk, mrs. linda mostyn, mrs. kaye smith, david mccall, marie killender, kathryn mananis, vicki dokas, mrs. vivien mcnish, ms. milly dobricic, effie kyrpigikidis