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Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Ventnor State School 1939, 1939
One of three Ventnor State School Student Photographs.Ventnor State School - No. 3895. School Students Photo, 1939. John Justice, Mr Alan Anderson, Olive Jenner, Joan Hunter, Una Coels Bill Jones Robbie Justice, Harry Harris, Billy Trew, Ken Clark. Cefn Price, ??Maynard, Sylvie Trew, ?? Maynard, (??understood to be the Maynard Twins, don't know First Names) Alice Clark, Shirley Hunter, Alberta Harris, Beryl Hunter, Isobel Justice, Ruth Harris. Adele Justice, Norman Jenner, Peter Justice, Audrey Harris.ventnor state school phillip island, ventnor state school student photo 1939, alice robinson (nee clark) -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Book - Domestic Science Handbook, Osboldstone & Co. Pty.Ltd, Domestic Science Handbook 1939, 1939
A domestic science handbook for Victorian school studentsThis is a book of 120 pages. It has a light brown cover with black printing and an image of a small child on the back cover. The pages contain printed material and black and white advertisements. The front cover is almost completely detached from the spine. The pages are bound with metal staples.non-fictionA domestic science handbook for Victorian school studentsschool textbooks 1939, domestic science in schools 1939 -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Photograph, Maroondah Highway West, Ringwood- 1939. Looking east from Heatherdale Rd
Black and white photograph (2 copies)Typed below one photograph: "Maroondah Highway looking East from SEC pylon at substation in Heatherdale Road, 1939. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Newspaper Cuttings 1928-1939, 1999
Newspaper cuttings from Nunawading area in the period 1928-1939 collected by Norman Armstrong.Newspaper cuttings from Nunawading area in the period 1928-1939 collected by Norman Armstrong, founder of Mitcham & Vermont Progress Association and late inaugural Mayor of Nunawading City presented to Nunawading Historical Society.Newspaper cuttings from Nunawading area in the period 1928-1939 collected by Norman Armstrong. mayors, armstrong, norman, armstrong, ian, armstrong, raleigh, sydenham, dr diane, city of nunawading, mitcham & vermont progress association, shire of blackburn & mitcham, drake & co real estate -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Australia in the War of 1939-1945 Air War Against Germany and Italy
This book is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. 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. Australia in the War of 1939-1945 Air War Against Germany and Italy This volume describes the part played by increasing numbers of Australians in the first four years of the air war in Europe and the Middle East. Author: John Herington Publisher: Australian War Memorial Date: 1954Label on spine cover with typed text PAT 994.04 AUS Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, australia in the war of 1939-1945 air war against germany and italy, australia in the war of 1939-1945, australian war memorial, john herington -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Grampians Cricket Team 1939 -- Named
Grampians Cricket Team 1939stawell sport -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Australian Women’s Legion -- Stawell 1942
Australian Women’s Legion. Stawell 1942stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Bushfire Damage at the Pomonal Store 1939
Pomonal Store after 1939 bushfire. Black and white photograph of wreckage of a building after fire.stawell -
The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical Collection
Artwork, other - Portrait, King George VI 1939
Portrait of King George VI 1939Silver frame - frame broken on left bottom corner, back of portrait needs attention.Signed By King George VI5/6 rvr, officer's / sergeant's mess -
Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital image, John Gibson et al, Jean Luxford at Mentone Station gardens 1942, 1942_
Jean Luxford at Mentone Station gardens 1942. Digital copy of black and white photograph. luxford family -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Stawell Primary School Numbr 502 Grade 5 & 6 Named Students 1942
Stawell Primary School 502 Pupils 1942stawell education students -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Stawell “Weekly Times” Photo Page June 1942 -- 2 Photos
“Weekly Times” Photo Page June 1942stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Wood Stacks at the Stawell Rail Yards 1942
Wood Stacks at Stawell Rail Yards 1942stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Stawell Brass Band -- Studio Portrait 1942
Studio Portrait of Stawell Brass Band 1942stawell entertainment -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511
Book, Ministry of 1942 et al, FRONT LINE 1940 - 1941, 1942
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Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Digital Image, Evelyn Roberts on the porch at Scotland Avenue 1939, 1939_
Evelyn Roberts on the porch at Scotland Avenue 1939.Digital copy of black and white photograph.evelyn roberts, roberts family, scotland avenue greensborough -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Sheep Shearing at Farrer’s at Deep Lead 1939
Deep Lead Scene Shearing at Farrer’s 1939stawell deep lead -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mr W B Stewart 30 Year Service Presentation of a Entree Dish 1939
Presentation to W.B. Stewart (Entree Dish) 1939stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Bushfire Damage at Mount Cassell at Pomonal 1939
Bushfire Damage at Pomonal 1939. Mount Cassell.Black and white photograph of a scene depicting mountains and orchard after a bush fire.stawell -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Sheep Shearing at Farrer’s at Deep Lead 1939
Deep Lead Scene Shearing at Farrer’s 1939stawell deep lead -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Document (item) - Pratt and Whitney Cross Index of Specifications 1942q, Pratt and Whitney Cross Index of Specifications 1942
1942 cross index of specifications issued by Pratt and Whitney. 1942, pratt and whitney engines, commonwealth aircraft corporation, raaf -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Stawell Primary School Number 502 Grade 2 1942
Primary School 502 Grade 2 Photograph 1942stawell education students -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mr Kenneth Ernest Neil in Army Uniform 1942
Kenneth Ernest Neil in Army Uniform 1942 WW2stawell war -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Mr Malcolm Charles Neil in Army Uniform 1942
Malcolm Charles Neil in Army Uniform 1942 WW2stawell war -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Stawell State School Number 502 - Grade 3 A 1942
502 Primary School Students 1942 Grade 3astawell education students -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
Book, Australia in the War of 1939-1945 The New Guinea Offensives
This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. 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. Australia in the War of 1939-1945 The New Guinea Offensives This volume relates how the Australian Army supported by Allied naval airforces drove the Japanese out of most of the mainland of Australian New Guinea 1943 and early 1944. Author: David Dexter Publisher: Australian War Memorial Date: 1952Label on spine cover with typed text PAT 994.04 AUS Front loose endpaper has a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service Fly paper has a stamp from Warrnambool Public Librarywarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, australia in the war of 1939-1945 the new guinea offensives, australia in the war of 1939-1945, david dexter, australian war memorial -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Cr A Waterfield -- Mayor 1939-1940 & 1948-1949
Portrait of A. Waterfield Mayor 1939-40 & 1948-49stawell government -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Bushfire Damage at the Apple tree orchard at Pomonal 1939
Apple tree orchard after 1939 Fires at PomonalBlack and white photo of what looks to be an orchard as fruit on the ground.stawell -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Book - History and photos of Armament of British Aircraft 1909-1939, Armament of British Aircraft 1909-1939, 1971
Silver jacket with photo of 1930's bi-planenon-fiction -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Stawell State School Number 502 - Grade 1 A 1939
502 Primary School Students 1939 Grade 1astawell education students