non-fictioniron clads, peter hore, battleships, wwi, first world war, great war

396 pages with colour and black and white illustrations; notes, bibliography, index.non-fictionaustralian history, ships, shipping, clippers

255 pages with colour and black and white illustrations; notes, bibliography, index.non-fictionAlmost hidden within religious buildings, hospitals, school chapels and civic buildings, stained-glass windows tell of Australians at war. Bronwyn Hughes focuses on commemorative stained glass—an overlooked art form—describing its rich artistic and architectural heritage and the artists and firms who created it. Memorial stained glass serves to depict and illuminate the men and women who fought and died for their faith and their country. It has a tragic beauty. The book includes stained glass windows from the St Peter chapel of the Mission to Seafarers.australian history, ww1, ww2, boer war, vietnam war, stained glass windows, bronwyn hughes

Ethel Godfrey was interviewed for this article. She shared the history of the Guild and its role.Article published in the Weekly Times in 1910 with a portrait of Ethel Godfrey.ethel augusta godfrey, ethel godfrey, lhlg

W.H.C. Darvall was a solicitor; ha became the Honoray Secretary of the Mission in 1895. Interested in libraires and archives, he kept a scrapbook of the events organised at the Mission during his time. He also wrote an Epitomised History. Hugh Reid ws a member of the Harbour Trust, the Sailors' Home and the Mission.This letter of recommandation shows that W.H.C. Darvall was highly respected.Typewritten letter in purple ink onto creamy colour paper with The Victorian Seamen's Mission, Institute & Rests letterhead.hugh ronald reid, william henry charles darvall (1830-1906)

Reina Jansson later married Bill West. WWI history.Two hand written letters. One from Bob White to Reina West nee Jansson, written in France 14/1/1918. Also envelope from Field Post Office, dated January 18, 1918. Passed by Censor No. 4577. Second letter a bit unclear who it is from and also who to although looks like "Roheina". Writing is different from 1st letter so doesn't seem to be from Bob White. Envelope addressed to: Miss Reina Jansson, Rhyll, Phillip Island, Westernport, Victoriawwi, bob white, reina jansson, anne davie, bill west, reina west

ix, 166 p. : ill., maps, ports. ; 25 cm. Includes index. Bibliography: p. 151-159. Stamped Phillip Island & District Historical Societyseal rocks, local aboriginal history, sealing, western port

Shows the importance of the jetty to Cowes around the turn of the 20 century.Postcard with black and white photo in oval frame. Cowes jetty with sailing ships and a large group of people at the end. Also men and jinkers on land.Cowes Jetty, Phillip Island, Victoriacowes, cowes jetty, sailing ships, transport, photographs, local history, postcards

The Album was compiled by Nancy McHaffie late 1990's, with the assistance of Edith Jeffery's, with her book "Garden of Memories" and extensive knowledge of Phillip Island. The Cemetery lies back from the road and is surrounded by Manna Gums, rare Peppermint Gums, Blackwoods and other native trees. In all 25 acres of land were set aside as Crown Land in the land settlement of 1868. There are 6.2 acres of wetlands near the cemetery entrance.466-23: Joseph Richardson came to Australia in 1837 from Liverpool, England. Sarah Arbuckle and her two sisters arrived in 1850. Sarah and Joseph were married when gold was discovered in Victoria. They went to the diggings and had some success. Joseph bought land on Phillip Island when it was open to freehold selection in 1868. The family moved to Phillip Island shortly afterwards, to a house they built on a hill west of Cowes. They called their home "Everton" after a Liverpool suburb. The house still stands in Church Street, known as "Tallawalla". 466-24: The McIlwraith family came from Melton, Victoria to Heath Hill, Rhyll in 1869. They played an important part in the early history of Phillip Island. James was a foundation member of the Trust, John and Alan played their part in the local scene. John was President and Alan Secretary of the Cemetery Trust for many years.phillip island cemetery, nancy mchaffie, edith jeffery

Article in Sun News Pictorial 21/05/1938Article on opening of the Motor Show and plans for development of Victoria's Tourist Resorts.local history, documents, newspapers, motor show, black & white newspaper clipping

Article in The Herald newspaperArticle in which Mr Dunstan, Premier of Victoria, announced that a bridge would be built at a cost of £30,000, between San Remo and Newhaven.local history, documents, newspapers, bridges, phillip island, black & white newspaper clipping

Article in The Age newspaperArticle on new reservation are for Koalas at Phillip Island Race Course and also a suggestion by Mr Dunstan, Premier of Victoria, that the penalty for keeping Koalas in captivity should be raised from £5 to £50local history, documents, newspapers, phillip island race track, koalas, wildlife reserves, black & white newspaper clipping, mr dunstan premier of victoria

Article in The Age newspaperArticle stating that a bridge linking San Remo and Phillip Island will be built.local history, documents, newspapers, bridges, phillip island, black & white newspaper clipping, mr dunstan premier of victoria

Article in The Age newspaperArticle on visit of the Premier of Victoria, Mr. Dunstan, to Phillip Island.local history, documents, newspapers, phillip island, mr dunstan, premier of victoria, black & white newspaper clipping, mr dunstan premier of victoria

Article in The Sun newspaperArticle on proposed bridge between San Remo and Phillip Island.local history, documents, newspapers, bridges, phillip island, black & white newspaper clipping, mr dunstan premier of victoria

Article in The Sun newspaperArticle on improvement in real estate prices on Phillip Island in view of proposed bridge between the island and San Remo.local history, documents, newspapers, bridges, phillip island, real estate, black & white newspaper clipping, mr dunstan premier of victoria