Donor was sister of historian/teacher Mary Gilbert. She was the daughter of Jonathon Gilbert and Annie Cameron. Professional golfer.This item is an example of an early 20th century ceramic container.Stoneware demijohn, cylindrical body with domed shoulder, short narrow everted neck with cylindrical central hole, handle from shoulder to neck. Colour is two-toned - tan and cream. Front "Suddeth" smoke mixture, No1 poison Patented April 6th '08 No. 11205 Aus. Patented......N.Z. This mixture goes in bottle nearest to machine. F. Green, Patentee 102 Sussex St Sydneyceramic stoneware container demijohn

Large demijohn donated by Tomlinson, Connie Miss) daughter of Tomlinson, John (Mr) who worked in Temple's then Herbert's store, then his own business - very keen worker for starting Orbost Hospital. Father was also secretary of Loyal Orbost Lodge for 21 years.Miss Tomlinson owned Connort (now Moogji building) and worked as a secretary at the Orbost Shire Council.This item is an example of an early 20th century ceramic container. The Tomlinson family was a prominent Orbost family in the early to mid 20th century.Large cream-coloured demi-john with screw top lid with rubber seal. Cylindrical body with domed shoulder, screw stoneware stopper. Handle from shoulder to neck.NOXO Products Pty Ltd Melbournedemijohn tomlinson-connie container-commercial stoneware ceramics

The donor of the item believes that the demijohn belonged to her grandmother Jean Goldie. The Goldie family owned and operated a grocery business in Port Fairy, Victoria.An interesting item that gives insight into the type of multi use ceramic container that would have been refilled by the grocers when people were purchasing liquids, e.g. vinegar.Ceramic demijohn with cork stopper.POWELL, ORR & GOLDIE PPY. LD. PORT FAIRY- 1stoneware, demijohn, bottle, goldie, orr, storage

Stoneware and ceramic containers were essential household items before glass and plastic became common. Bottles with manufacturer stamps can provide valuable information about local businesses and industries from the period. The variety of containers suggests both household and commercial uses, reflecting life in the 19th and early 20th centuries.This collection consists of various stoneware and ceramic containers, including a large lidded bread bin, demijohns, and small storage jars. The items are glazed in different colors, including cream, brown, and blue, with some featuring embossed markings or labels. Stoneware Bread Bin (Left) A large, round stoneware container with a matching lid and a central handle knob. Cream-colored with a brown glazed rim. Likely used for storing bread, flour, or other pantry items. Demijohns (Center and Right) Two large stoneware jugs with narrow necks and cork openings. The jug at the front-centre has embossed writing, which may indicate a distillery, brewery, or merchant brand. Typically used for storing liquids such as spirits, vinegar, or oils. Smaller Stoneware Jars (Front and Left) Various tall, narrow jars with wide openings, glazed in brown and cream. These may have been used for ink, medicine, sauces, or condiments. Blue Ceramic Jar with Lid (Center) A dark blue cylindrical jar with a matching lid. Possibly used for tea, spices, or apothecary storage. Wooden Container (Front Right) A small wooden jar with a lid, which may have been used for storing snuff, spices, or medicinal powders.jars, demijohn, wine, commercial item, bread, household item