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Young Christian Workers (YCW Australia) Archive and Research Centre
Vinal Record and Booklet, Group Devotion Action For World Development, Unknown
This vinal record includes devotional prayers in an audio format to guide study groups in prayer. The record has Devotional 1 on the A side and Devotional 2 on the B side. The accompanying booklet contains additional prayer script between a group "Leader" and the "group members" for Devotionals 1, 2, 3 and 4. The disc for Devotionals 3 and 4 is not currently available.This Vinal Record belonged to Frank Sheehan (Member of the Victorian YCW leadership team).A red transparent audio vinal record accompanied by a 5 page typed printed booklet.Red Vinal Record - Insribed with "Group Devotion" and "Action For World Developemt" a and a picture of 2 Stick Figure people standing together. Booklet - Insribed with "Action for World Development" and "Study Group Devotions" and a picture of 2 Stick Figure people standing together.action for world development, devotional, study group devotion -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Book, Devotion : Australia's Wartime Nurses
Australian War Memorial - Australian Government. Department of Veterans Affairs Short Bio's of Nurses from Boer War to Recent Conflicts, and Peace keeping 1899 - Today (2013)Softcover - Photos f Serving Nurses - Stained Glass Window -
National Wool Museum
Record, Gramophone, Manhattan serenade & My devotion
Gramophone record used in the mending room of the Foster Valley Mill.textile mills staff, valley worsted mill, gramaphone, record, textile mills - staff -
National Wool Museum
Record, Gramophone, People like you and me / My devotion
Gramophone record used in the mending room of the Foster Valley Mill.textile mills staff, valley worsted mill, gramophone, record, textile mills - staff -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Booklet, Siers, Robyn, Devotion: Stories of Australia's Wartime Nurses - Century of Service
Stories of Australian nurses who have served in World War One, World War Two and VietnamStories of Australian nurses who have served in World War One, World War Two and Vietnamaustralian army nurses, nurses, vietnam, gallipoli -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Programme - LYDIA CHANCELLOR COLLECTION: GOLDEN SQUARE METHODIST CHURCH PROGRAMME FOR EASTER GOOD FRIDAY, 1966
LYDIA CHANCELLOR COLLECTION: Golden Square Methodist Church Programme for Easter Good Friday 8th April 1966 The Cross of Christ - a devotion for congregation and choirbendigo, history, churches -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Photograph, Gavin Phillips leading Morning Devotions, Eltham Christian School, 1981
Gavin Phillips leading Morning Devotions, Eltham Christian School, 1981, when the school first operated out of the Eltham North Soccer clubrooms. From series of photographs from a magnetic photo album relating to the staff, students and activities of the Eltham Christian School which operated as part of the Eltham Christian Church at Nyora Road, Eltham. See also entries for each photograph.eltham christian school, gavin phillips, devotion -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Photograph, Opearting Theatre Cleaning
A black and white photograph of a Medic at the 1st Australian Field Hospital, Vung Tau, South vietnam, cleans the operating theatre following surgery. The medics were meticulous in their devotion to maintaining a clean sterile facility.photograph, 1st australian field hospital, vung tau, tony thomas (medic), medic, gibbons collection catalogue -
Marysville & District Historical Society
Book, John Janetzki et al, In Jesus' Name-A Book of Prayer, 1978
A book for personal prayer and devotion.Cover is red with a gold cross on the front cover. Title is in gold lettering on spine.non-fictionA book for personal prayer and devotion.prayer, lutheran church, devotions -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - JOSEPH DAVIES COLLECTION: LETTER FROM CITY OF BALLAARAT, 27/07/1909
Letter to Joseph Davies from City of Ballaarat expressing their congratulation on 'his nobility of mine... Courage and self-devotion' in rescuing John Allen from a horrible death. Letter of buff paper, typed in purple ink, red letterhead. Dated 27/7/1909.City of Ballaaratperson, mining, joseph davies, joseph davies, city of ballaarat, goldfields consolidated gold mine -
The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical Collection
Medal - Military Medal, GvR, CPL J.S Phillips 138 Hvy Bty RGA
The Military Medal was awarded for acts of gallantry and devotion to duty under fire.Circular medal, single suspension bar. Obverse - head of GVR -georgivs v britt oan rex et ind imp. Reverse - laurel wreath outer edge;kings crown GVR cypher "for bravery in the field" Rim: 833 CPL JS PHILLIPS 138 HV BY RGA833 CPL JS PHILLIPS 138 HV BY RGA5/6 rvr, medal, ww1 -
Vision Australia
Plaque - Object, John Wilson award - Lindsey, 1980
From 1979, the John Wilson Award was awarded to individuals who made a significant difference to the lives of those around them. In 1980, it was presented to Sister Elizabeth Lindsay, who cared for children in the RVIB from 1935 until 1945 as the first Matron of the RVIB nursery, and her guardianship of one particular child, whom she took in and cared for.1 wooden block with two metal insertsAssociation for the Blind The Guiding Light John Wilson Award for sustained devotion and personal contribution to the blind Presented to Elizabeth Inez Lindsey 10th October 1980association for the blind, sister elizabeth lindsey -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - NORMA YOUNG: A LIFE OF DEVOTION
Book, Norma Young, A Life Of Devotion, Written by Lorraine Griffiths. It is the life story of Norma Young comprising of: Family Background, Early Days, War and Work, Guides And Guiding, The Business and Professional Women's Club, Community Involvement, The Joys of Travel, Career Woman, Family and Friends, Declining Years, Photographs & Newspaper Cuttings.Plastic spine and coverLorraine Griffithsbook, bendigo, norma dorothy young a.m. -
Diamond Valley Vietnam Veterans Sub-Branch
Plaque - Medical Services, 3/8/2018
The plaque is a clear indication of the respect and gratitude of members of Australian Armed Forces of the RAAMC who served with devotion during the Vietnam war.The RAAMC teams saved many lives and mended many soldiers often working under difficult circumstances and with limited available timeframe to perform their duties.Polished timber plaque with smaller shoulder flashes and badges of Royal Australian Army Medical Corp across the top of the plaque and then with larger shoulder epaulettes and uniform sew-on badge across the middle of the plaque.In Regognition Of All The Doctors And Nurses That Served In Vietnam. They Fought To Save And cared For The Wounded.vietnam, vietnam war, diamond valley vietnam veterans sub branch, medical, mackay vietnam veterans qld -
Vision Australia
Plaque - Object, John Wilson award - Maxwell, 1980
From 1979, the John Wilson Award was awarded to individuals who made a significant difference to the lives of those around them. In 2000 it was presented to Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell who have contributed over 40 years of service to blind sports (cricket, bowls, swish), governance (with various auxiliary and council positions), fundraising and public awareness.1 wooden block with two metal insertsVision Australia Foundation John Wilson Award for sustained devotion and personal contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell 6 October 2000association for the blind, neil maxwell, elizabeth maxwell -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - BOOK, WAR HERITAGE, Remember Them, A Guide to Victoria's Wartime Heritage, 2009
Remember Them, A Guide to Victoria's Wartime Heritage. From front flap: Behind each of the thousands of war memorials in Victoria is a story of courage and sacrifice, of devotion to duty, and of a family's terrible loss. Hard cover, red plastic over cardboard, white print on spine. Dust cover silver, gold & black print on front, spine & back. Coloured image of a sculpture of two soldiers on front. End papers are red. 307 pages, cut plain, white. Illustrated colour photos & illustrations.Handwritten in black ink on front fly leaf: "Peter Ball", "RSL Stamp"book, heritage, wartime, victoria -
Bendigo Military Museum
Photograph - PHOTOGRAPH, FRAMED, Framed Photograph of PRIVATE C.F. PIERCE
George Frederick Pierce No 2839 enlisted in the AIF on 29.6.15 in 9th reinforcements 6th Batt age 20 years. Embark for Egypt 9.10.15, embark for France 2.4.16, awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal in 1917, KIA 4.10.17, no known grave. The “DCM” award. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He took command of his Lewis Gun Section in an attack and bombed an enemy Machine Gun post single handed, capturing the gun. Later he carried ammunition to the front line through heavy barrages. He set a splendid example of courage and devotion.Framed and mounted Photograph Pte Private G.F Pierce DCM in Wooden frame with Glass cover. Photograph - sepia toned half length portrait of soldier in uniform centred over a beige coloured background illustrated in colour, flags, animals and flowers. Frame - timber, mid brown stain, decorative edge, glass front. Mount - dark green cardboard.photography - photographs, frame accessories, history, army, ww1 -
Kyneton RSL Sub Branch
artefact, VC Medal
The Victoria Cross is the highest military decoration awarded for “... most conspicuous bravery, or some daring or pre -eminent act of valour or self sacrifice, or extreme devotion to duty in the presence of the enemy” to members of the armed forces of Commonwealth countries. This item is part of a collection of items relating to Cpl Alexander Burton.VC No 384Two items Medal on wooden display stand, Medal hangs on red ribbon with the words: The Victoria Cross; on label at base. Information board gives details of the history of the Victoria Cross. The medal is a replica.Front: For Valour Back: COPYvc -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Plaque - Ambulance Service
Frank Saunders was the foundation president of the Upper Kiewa Valley Ambulance Service. There was an Ambulance service in the Upper Kiewa Valley commencing in April 1940 when a four stretcher ambulance was made available on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. It was designed for comparatively long and rough trips, involving some departures from usual ambulance design. Companies involved were O/C Motor Vehicles (Mr Frank Stone), in collaboration with the builders, Messrs. Jas. Thompson & Co. of South Yarra. (Ref. SECV magazine. April 1940.)This brown wooden framed plaque is backed by masonite and surrounds a black metal sign with gold lettering beside which there is a photo of a Frank Saunders. The photo is also framed with wood.Metal plate with gold letters in capitals: "Upper Kiewa Valley Ambulance Service / This Plaque is Dedicated / to the Memory of our / Foundation President / Frank Saunders / whose Leadership / Foresight and Devotion / has Inspired all Members/ of the Service"frank saunders. ambulance. upper kiewa. -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Photograph Album, Kodak, Phillip Island Cemetery, c 1990
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.Lt. Commander M Batterham OBE RANVR was born in 1906 and later attended Geelong Grammar School. First attempt to join RAN was unsuccessful, due to health reasons. In 1942 he joined the Naval Volunteer Reserve. This was the beginning of a naval career which extended to peace-time in Canberra. He was awarded the OBE in 1952 for courage and devotion to duty. Maurice was laid to rest in the lawn section of the cenetery, August 1996 aged 90 years old.phillip island cemetery, nancy mchaffie, edith jeffrey -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Photograph - Drinking fountain, Beach Street, Port Melbourne, Arthur Rowan, 1987
As a member of the Port Melbourne Historical and Preservation Society, donor Arthur ROWAN photographed a series of significant buildings in the Port and South Melbourne area over several years. A selection of nineteen of these was presented to the Port Melbourne Society in 1993.Small print mounted on white card, with mounted, typed caption: Drinking Fountain, Beach Street PM [Sinclair Parade] This memorial was erected by public subscription in honor of Frederick W MASKELL and James McNAB, the former engineer aged 46 and the latter fireman 21 years, who lost their lives through devotion to duty in an accident on Victorian Railways near Windsor on the 11th of May 1887. [Shifted here from Graham & Station when overpass built in 1970s]memorials, transport - railways, arthur rowan, frederick william maskell, james mcnab, maskell & mcnab memorial -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.
Cup, Jubilee 1887, 1937
This cup was sold as a souvenir of the Coronation of King George VI of England in 1937. It was probably bought locally as devotion to the British Empire was strong in the 1930s. The coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth took place on 12 May 1937 at Westminster Abbey. This followed the abdication of Edward VIII. This cup is retained as an example of the high quality souvenirs of the 1937 Coronation of King George VI sold to those in British Empire countries. It will be useful for display.This is a white china cup with a gilt edge around the top rim and on the handle. On one side of the cup are images of a crown, British flags, photographs of King George and Queen Elizabeth in oval frames and some lettering.‘H.M. King George VI H.M. Queen Elizabeth Coronation 1937’ ‘Made in England’ coronation of king george vi of england 1937, history of warrnambool -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Medal - Medal, Replica, Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
A black board with white text about Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) award to the recipient of 5 RAR. The medal includes a silver cross with a rose in center and a ribbon of diagonal alternate stripes of white and purple. Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC). the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) is the third military decoration awarded to personal of the United Kingdom's Royal Airforces and other services, and formerly to officers of other Commonwealth countries, instituted for "an act or acts of valour, courage or devotion to duty whilst flying in active operations against the enemy".Distinguised Flying Cross (DFC)'s Details and names of recipientsmedal, distinguished flying cross, 5 rar, capt james campbell, replica medals -
Galen Catholic College
Cap school uniform, Philip Joseph & Son, Melbourne were the makers. Callenders Pty Ltd, Wangaratta were the local suppliers, 1955 to mid 1970s
Champagnat College Wangaratta was opened in 1955 by the Marist Brothers. The sheaf of wheat on the badge represents the agricultural nature of the region. The southern cross represents Australia, the open book represents learning and the Jerusalem crosses represent the Catholic / Christian heritage of the college. The Marist 'M' represents the values and beliefs of the Marist Brothers, especially their devotion to Mary, the Mother of God. Maroon woolen boy's cap with gold and maroon braid trim on the peak. Cap is sewn in eight segments with cloth covered button at peak. Black cotton lining with circle of cream cotton in the centre where details of maker and owner are recorded. A yellow and maroon metal badge with gold detail is sewn to the front of the cap at four points. The words CHAMPAGNAT and DIEU ME VOIT are on the badge. Metal badge has Champagnat, the name of the college. Dieu Me Voit was the college motto. There is a sheaf of wheat, an open book, Marist Insignia 'M' and two Jerusalem crosses are also on the badge. Inside the makers were Philip Joseph and Son, Melbourne. It was made for Callenders Pty Ltd Wangaratta. Size is 6 5/8. Two owner's names: Original owner M.J. Monga or Mongu and Mongan has been written above this. Cap has information 'Improved fitting',' Pure wool,' 'Guaranteed Quality' and 'Genuine Flexite Peak.' -
Northern District School of Nursing. Managed by Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Education kit - Edith Cavell Miniature Doll, Nursing Through the Ages
Edith Cavell trained in London and became head of nursing in Brussels. When WW1 broke out she tended wounded soldiers of both sides with equal devotion but she was charged by the germans with helping allied soldiers escape to neutral territory. She was sentenced to death by German Court martial she faced the firing squad with calmness and dignity. 30cm Miniature Doll Name Tage Edith Cavellnursing history, northern district school of nursing, nursing uniforms, miniature dolls -
Red Cliffs Military Museum
Certificate, Award Certificate - MC , Walter Thomas West, 6/3/1919 (exact)
This document is another of the 5 contained in a frame called the West CollectionCertificate with English Coat of Arms Top of Page: English Coat of Arms To Lieutenant W.T. West, MM., 6th March 1919 Australian Imperial Force I congratulate you on the gallantry and devotion to duty for which you have been awarded, The Military Cross. Signed Commanding Fourth Armyww1, walter, thomas, west, mm, mc -
Geelong RSL Sub Branch
Photograph - James E Newland VC, Early 21st Century
James E Newland VC was born in Highton, Victoria and served in the AIF during the Boar War, WW1 and WW2. James E Newland was awarded the VC in April 1917 'for most conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty, in the face of heavy odds, on three separate occasions.' James E Newland was presented his award by His Majesty King George V.James E Newland VC was born in Highton, Victoria and served with the AIF for over 40 years and obtained the highest honour that can be bestowed for bravery. James enlisted in the Australia Army as a Private and on discharge held the rank of Lt Col. A black and white photograph, oblong, James E Newland in Military Uniform on paper.newland, boer war, ww1, ww2, geeloing rsl, vc -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch
Document - Citation to PM4551 Able Seaman Cyril Percy Whiteman R.A.N.R, Citation to ABLE SEAMAN CYRIL PERCY WHITEMAN, PM445,R .A. N.R, unknown
WWII historical significanceCitation His Majesty the King has been Graciously pleased to award the Distinguished Service Medal to Able Seaman Cyril Percy Whiteman. the Royal Australian Naval Reserve, for gallantry, outstanding skill and devotion to duty in hazardous operations in dangerous waters in the South-Wes Pacific Area prior to the end of the war. -
RSL Victoria - Anzac House Reference Library and Memorabilia Collection
Diary of Morris Lewis, Captain Morris Lewis, Circa 1915
Notebooks contain training notes, duties and procedures, personnel changes. Morris embarked from Fremantle on 6 June 1916, and won a Military Cross in 1918. Military Cross 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when the enemy delivered a counter attack and penetrated part of the line. This officer led a party and drove him out, inflicting severe casualties. He set an excellent example to his men.' Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 23 Date: 12 February 1919Collection of (six) notebooks of Captain Morris Lewis (44th Battalion, B Company).ww1, diaries, morris lewis, 44 battalion -
Melbourne Legacy
Photograph, Legatee function - Ron Austin, 1992
A legatee function in Legacy House to celebrate L/ Ron Austin's birthday in 1992. Ron was the youngest Melbourne Legatee to have served in World War 1. He served again in World War 2 and received an OBE for his devotion to duty. He was a regular at the widows' monthly concerts and the World War 1 luncheons. There is a display of military items on the table, mostly hats. Photos were in a scrapbook of photos spanning 1983 to 1991. Ron Austin passed away in 1997.A record of function for Legatees that celebrates the life of a significant Legatee. Colour photo x 3 of birthday celebrations for L/ Ron Austin at Legacy House.Yellow label handwritten in blue pen 'L/ Ron Austin's birthday 1992' legatee event, ron austin, birthday