... BASIL MILLER COLLECTION: TRAMS TICKETS AND BLIND PERSON PASS...State Electricity Commission of Victoria, Bendigo Electric Tramways, two (2) blind person passes, 1930's and four (4) loose tram tickets,...History House 11 Mackenzie Street Bendigo goldfields PERSON Individual basil miller State Electricity Commission of Victoria, Bendigo Electric Tramways, two (2) blind person passes, 1930's and four (4) loose tram tickets, Document BASIL MILLER COLLECTION: TRAMS TICKETS AND BLIND PERSON PASS ...

... The travel pass was used by NSW State Rail Authority to ascertain that the bearer was indeed a blind person and entitled to free travel. This example was numbered 4017 and was issued in the name of Mr N.L. ...Transport Authorities Blind Person's Permit, Including Attendant, Expires 30th June, 1982'. ...Transport Authorities Blind Person's Permit Card Object ...

... Monthly ticket and Blind persons pass have black print on cardboard. ...Monthly ticket and Blind persons pass have black print on cardboard. ...

... ... Blind Person...Melbourne Tram Museum 8 Wallen Road Hawthorn melbourne Trams tramways Tickets World War 1 Hospital Blind Person Soldiers Set of three notices, duplicated on cut paper: .1 - D386 - 8/2/19 - "Returned Soldiers' tickets" regarding availability of concessions on trams - only to 1914 men and those undergoing hospital treatment. .2 - D471 - 9/12/19 - "Returned sick or wounded soldiers' concession tickets" regarding the use of tickets and their use beyond the two penny section. ...

... ... Blind Person...Melbourne Tram Museum 8 Wallen Road Hawthorn melbourne Trams tramways Tickets World War 1 Hospital Blind Person Soldiers Set of three tickets, two of which are referred to in item 4261. .1 - Authority card or form detailing the dates for which tickets can be purchased, conditions of travel. ...

... Yellow cloth (rexine) covered document on one side, paper on the other titled "Blind Person's Tramways Pass", No. 2002, stamped "Sample Issue Only". ...Yellow cloth (rexine) covered document on one side, paper on the other titled "Blind Person's Tramways Pass", No. 2002, stamped "Sample Issue Only". ...

... It outlines that the pass is used by a blind person for free travel on suburban journeys and half price fares on country or intersystem journeys....It outlines that the pass is used by a blind person for free travel on suburban journeys and half price fares on country or intersystem journeys. ...

... Contains: 1. Blind Person's pass - A376, printed with a date of 195.., form TYE 2-21 2. ...Contains: 1. Blind Person's pass - A376, printed with a date of 195.., form TYE 2-21 2. ...

... December, 1934, as to new tramways passes, which they may encounter during course of the duties plus samples of blind persons pass, special pass and staff ticket issued by State Electricity Commission of Victoria....December, 1934, as to new tramways passes, which they may encounter during course of the duties plus samples of blind persons pass, special pass and staff ticket issued by State Electricity Commission of Victoria. ...

... The Tellatouch provides a means of communication between a sighted (or blind) person and a deaf-blind person who can read braille. ...The Tellatouch provides a means of communication between a sighted (or blind) person and a deaf-blind person who can read braille. ...

... The Association for the Advancement of the Blind was founded on December 7th 1895 By the following Blind Persons Tilly Aston Thomas Marks David Blakley Katherine McDougall George Cobain Janet Robertson Harry Lee David Robertson This tree was planted to commemorate the Jubilee of the Association "From tiny seed to towering tree"...Association for the Advancement of the Blind Nameplates The Association for the Advancement of the Blind was founded on December 7th 1895 By the following Blind Persons Tilly Aston Thomas Marks David Blakley Katherine McDougall George Cobain Janet Robertson Harry Lee David Robertson This tree was planted to commemorate the Jubilee of the Association "From tiny seed to towering tree" Metal plate with inscription and four holes in each corner Association for the Advancement of the Blind founding members Plaque Image ...

... Yellow cloth backed paper ticket with white front, printed in black ink - titled "Blind Person's Pass". Has number "372" stamped on. ...SEC Tramways Ballarat Blind persons tickets provincial cities Yellow cloth backed paper ticket with white front, printed in black ink - titled "Blind Person's Pass". ...

... Public Transport Victoria Blind Person's travel pass expiring 30/6/1996 - printed with PTC words in the background with space for a passport sized photo and the name of the person issued to. ...Demonstrates a PTC Blind person's travel pass for 1995/1996 tickets public transport the met V/Line Blind persons Printed and numbered paper with space for name and a photograph - 3 copies held - Nos 5783 to 5785 "Blind Person's Travel Pass" Ephemera Public Transport Corporation (PTC) ...

... Professor McCredie was the first blind person appointed to the board of the RVIB in 1956 and was involved until it's merger in 2005....Professor McCredie was the first blind person appointed to the board of the RVIB in 1956 and was involved until it's merger in 2005. ...

... The travel pass was used by Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board to ascertain that the bearer was indeed a blind person and entitled to free travel. This example was numbered 1641 and was issued in the name of Mr N.L. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne The travel pass was used by Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board to ascertain that the bearer was indeed a blind person and entitled to free travel. This example was numbered 1641 and was issued in the name of Mr N.L. ...

... Reports are also included from Auxiliaries, Auditors, Library and Home teacher, Directors, The Black and White committee, Victor Maxwell House, Helen Keller Hostel, The Victor Maxwell Kindergarten, The Sandy Robertson Kindergarten, Alexis Albert House, Lighthouse, Silver Lighthouse committee, Newcastle Branch, 'Heathfield' and other Woollahra properties. 22/3/1965 it was noted to assist blind persons with the transfer to Decimal Currency an application had been made to the Commonwealth Treasurer for early release of specimen coins and notes. 24/1/1996 it was resolved that a dollar note gauge be supplied to all blind persons in N.S.W. 30/11/1966 it was noted the Management Committee had recommended to Council that the Society should transfer all its activities currently conducted at Williams Street to Mitchell Street and that the William Street be offered for sale at not less than $700,000. ...Reports are also included from Auxiliaries, Auditors, Library and Home teacher, Directors, The Black and White committee, Victor Maxwell House, Helen Keller Hostel, The Victor Maxwell Kindergarten, The Sandy Robertson Kindergarten, Alexis Albert House, Lighthouse, Silver Lighthouse committee, Newcastle Branch, 'Heathfield' and other Woollahra properties. 22/3/1965 it was noted to assist blind persons with the transfer to Decimal Currency an application had been made to the Commonwealth Treasurer for early release of specimen coins and notes. 24/1/1996 it was resolved that a dollar note gauge be supplied to all blind persons in N.S.W. 30/11/1966 it was noted the Management Committee had recommended to Council that the Society should transfer all its activities currently conducted at Williams Street to Mitchell Street and that the William Street be offered for sale at not less than $700,000. ...

... These include amending the Constitution so that any board or staff member of any other blind institution shall not be eligible to be elected or appointed as a Trustee (p.20), a response to the Blind Persons Society Security Bill (p.42) and incorporation of the Association under the Charities Act (p.85). ...These include amending the Constitution so that any board or staff member of any other blind institution shall not be eligible to be elected or appointed as a Trustee (p.20), a response to the Blind Persons Society Security Bill (p.42) and incorporation of the Association under the Charities Act (p.85). ...

... Clive Evatt), inability to secure a holiday property has resulted in a holiday benefit fund being established to pay the costs for a blind person and their guide, the upcoming addition of an Occupational Therapist on staff, to establish an Honour Roll for outstanding services to the blind, the continuance of the 'Glow Worm' radio broadcast on 2GB, and that despite good sales, manufacturing continues to run at a loss compared to commercial factories....Clive Evatt), inability to secure a holiday property has resulted in a holiday benefit fund being established to pay the costs for a blind person and their guide, the upcoming addition of an Occupational Therapist on staff, to establish an Honour Roll for outstanding services to the blind, the continuance of the 'Glow Worm' radio broadcast on 2GB, and that despite good sales, manufacturing continues to run at a loss compared to commercial factories. ...

... Hill who also gifted his corneas to blind person, and a list of books transcribed by transcriber and number of volumes....Hill who also gifted his corneas to blind person, and a list of books transcribed by transcriber and number of volumes. ...

... Reports are also included from Auxiliaries, Auditors, Library and Home teacher, Directors, The Black and White committee, Victor Maxwell House, Helen Keller Hostel, The Victor Maxwell Kindergarten, The Sandy Robertson Kindergarten, Alexis Albert House, Lighthouse, Silver Lighthouse committee, Sheltered Workshops, Newcastle and Wollongong branches, 'Heathfield' and other Woollahra properties. 25/3/1968 it was resolved that Braille services be reorganised to Library, Transcription and Braille instruction for blind persons. This plan created 2 new positions for blind persons. 20/7/1969 it was resolved that a Burwood Building Fund would be opened with the donation of $2,000 by Mr. ...Reports are also included from Auxiliaries, Auditors, Library and Home teacher, Directors, The Black and White committee, Victor Maxwell House, Helen Keller Hostel, The Victor Maxwell Kindergarten, The Sandy Robertson Kindergarten, Alexis Albert House, Lighthouse, Silver Lighthouse committee, Sheltered Workshops, Newcastle and Wollongong branches, 'Heathfield' and other Woollahra properties. 25/3/1968 it was resolved that Braille services be reorganised to Library, Transcription and Braille instruction for blind persons. This plan created 2 new positions for blind persons. 20/7/1969 it was resolved that a Burwood Building Fund would be opened with the donation of $2,000 by Mr. ...

... The user moved the indicator arm around the disc until the desired letter and corresponding symbol was positioned under the cut-out in the centre of the arm. The deaf-blind person could then touch the disc to determine the letters being communicated. ...The user moved the indicator arm around the disc until the desired letter and corresponding symbol was positioned under the cut-out in the centre of the arm. The deaf-blind person could then touch the disc to determine the letters being communicated. ...

... Baron Marks (Board Member), Nena Ryan being the first blind person awarded an A.L.C.M. (Elocution), progression of children through nursery and school, and change in Stan Hedger's position from Supervisor and Secretary to Executive Director,....Baron Marks (Board Member), Nena Ryan being the first blind person awarded an A.L.C.M. (Elocution), progression of children through nursery and school, and change in Stan Hedger's position from Supervisor and Secretary to Executive Director,. ...

... We honour Herbert John Brumby and are pleased to acknowledge his high standing in the esteem of his friends, in the presentation of this year's John Wilson Award, the first to a blind person. ...We honour Herbert John Brumby and are pleased to acknowledge his high standing in the esteem of his friends, in the presentation of this year's John Wilson Award, the first to a blind person. Association for the Blind Herbert John Brumby 1 A3 cream page in brown and gold frame John Wilson Award citation - Herbert John Brumby Award Text ...

... In 1974 this medal was awarded to Miss Elsie May Henderson for services to blind persons....In 1974 this medal was awarded to Miss Elsie May Henderson for services to blind persons. Association for the Blind Medals Elsie Henderson 1 silver coloured medallion in black frame Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire Medal Object ...

... Annual report of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind outlined activities and events over the year, including the amendment of the Constitution to admit sighted officers to take up Committee positions and the election of the first sighted President Mr G A Mexwell, who had been with the Society since its beginning, the provision of wool from the Department of Defence at wholesale rates for blind knitters as well as the distribution of clothing surplus to need, a social evening held to farewell Mr D Blackely (one of the founders of the Association) as he moves to Western Australia, the new pass issued by the Metropolitan Tramways Board covers all lines and allows free travel for blind persons, and W.H. Paterson has stepped down from the Home Committee due to business and health reasons, however will still continue as a Trustee....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Annual report of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind outlined activities and events over the year, including the amendment of the Constitution to admit sighted officers to take up Committee positions and the election of the first sighted President Mr G A Mexwell, who had been with the Society since its beginning, the provision of wool from the Department of Defence at wholesale rates for blind knitters as well as the distribution of clothing surplus to need, a social evening held to farewell Mr D Blackely (one of the founders of the Association) as he moves to Western Australia, the new pass issued by the Metropolitan Tramways Board covers all lines and allows free travel for blind persons, and W.H. Paterson has stepped down from the Home Committee due to business and health reasons, however will still continue as a Trustee. ...

... President's overview of the year including: the rationale behind dogs being on loan rather than owned, court case regarding ownership, issues around qualification of disability, an overview of puppy boarders and school experience program, four Queensland graduates, Charity Golf Day, fundraising results from Open Days, reproduced letters of appreciation, the work in the craft centre, appeal for opportunities for speaking engagements, two dog anecdotes from trainers, Phyllis Gration remembers the personalities of the various Lady Nell's she has owned over the year and recounts some experiences, the loan of seeing eye dogs by TV shows 'Stingers' and "Blue Heelers", closure of hostel, audit reports, ways to help, when in the company of a blind person, facts about and history of Lady Nell Seeing Eye Dog school, and profile of Phyllis Gration....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne President's overview of the year including: the rationale behind dogs being on loan rather than owned, court case regarding ownership, issues around qualification of disability, an overview of puppy boarders and school experience program, four Queensland graduates, Charity Golf Day, fundraising results from Open Days, reproduced letters of appreciation, the work in the craft centre, appeal for opportunities for speaking engagements, two dog anecdotes from trainers, Phyllis Gration remembers the personalities of the various Lady Nell's she has owned over the year and recounts some experiences, the loan of seeing eye dogs by TV shows 'Stingers' and "Blue Heelers", closure of hostel, audit reports, ways to help, when in the company of a blind person, facts about and history of Lady Nell Seeing Eye Dog school, and profile of Phyllis Gration. ...

... Annual report of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind outlined activities and events over the year, including a membership of 276, nearly 1000 visits made to people in their homes with several taking the opportunity to learn Braille, leasing of 'Woodburn' to accommodate those who were unable to provide for themselves or convalescent rather than provide short term financial help, an extension of the Railway Permit was secured so that the holder is able to travel with a guide and pay only one fare on the Brighton Electric Tramway and Williamstown Ferry Boat club, commitment by the Federal Government to extend the invalid pension to blind persons, the Department of Education is improving lighting which will help some children with eye difficulties and the loss of Sir Malcolm McEachern, F.S Grimwade, Mr Quayle and Dr McBurney, (the latter for whom a portrait will be placed in the Home for the Adult Blind due to his professional and personal support of the Association)....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Annual report of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind outlined activities and events over the year, including a membership of 276, nearly 1000 visits made to people in their homes with several taking the opportunity to learn Braille, leasing of 'Woodburn' to accommodate those who were unable to provide for themselves or convalescent rather than provide short term financial help, an extension of the Railway Permit was secured so that the holder is able to travel with a guide and pay only one fare on the Brighton Electric Tramway and Williamstown Ferry Boat club, commitment by the Federal Government to extend the invalid pension to blind persons, the Department of Education is improving lighting which will help some children with eye difficulties and the loss of Sir Malcolm McEachern, F.S Grimwade, Mr Quayle and Dr McBurney, (the latter for whom a portrait will be placed in the Home for the Adult Blind due to his professional and personal support of the Association). ...

... Gives images of the type of pass, details of issued to, booklet passes, employees pass, blind persons, traffic officers, disabled soldiers, fare concession certificates, Special Metal "T" passes, seeing eye dogs. special prepaid tickets. ...Gives images of the type of pass, details of issued to, booklet passes, employees pass, blind persons, traffic officers, disabled soldiers, fare concession certificates, Special Metal "T" passes, seeing eye dogs. special prepaid tickets. ...