Orbost & District Historical Society
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... chair chair-wooden billy-ross snowy-river-mail... a century chair chair-wooden billy-ross snowy-river-mail On back ...
Editor's chair. Used by Mr Billy Ross, proprietor of "Snowy River Mail". Donated by Mr George Hollins, later proprietor of "Snowy River Mail".
William Ross (1868-1957) was editor of S.R.M. for many years. He was also a talented musician, Presbyterian church organist. Married Jessie Gray. Brought up Jean,Les, Dave, Keith Gray.Since 1890 the Snowy River Mail has been the local newspaper of the Orbost district.This local paper has been the means by which readers in Orbost were able to learn about newsworthy events and issues in their local community for over a centuryLarge round carved wood and leather arm chair on metal swivel. Wooden leg supports. Padded seat - probably horsehair. Spring suspension.On back of head rest - cut out 3.chair chair-wooden billy-ross snowy-river-mail