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Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Our Two Druid Oaks: Ballarat Botanical Gardens, A Thumbnail Sketch, [c 2009]
... Druid Lodges.... in the Gardens relate to the Ancient Order of Druids and the lodges ...The two Druid Oaks in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens are an important part of Ballarat's history.The two Druid oaks planted in the Gardens relate to the Ancient Order of Druids and the lodges established in Ballarat in 1870. Three sheets of paper, printing in black with key words in red in large print.1. is circled in black biro, top righthand corner.john garner, doctor, john garner collection, ballarat botanical gardens, druid oak, the ancient order of druids, quercus robur, friends of ballarat botanical gardens, druid lodges., druid friendly society, gardens, ballarat -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - The Druids Oak 1870, A Poem - Mary Melcherts, Unknown
... , planted in 1870 with the founding of two local Druid Lodges... in 1870 with the founding of two local Druid Lodges in Ballarat ...There are two Druids Oaks in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, planted in 1870 with the founding of two local Druid Lodges in Ballarat.The Druids Oaks have a most interesting history in terms of these trees' association with the Ancient Order of Druids and Freemasonry. One photocopied sheet, printed in black.p.13, righthand corner.john garner, john garner collection, doctor, ballarat botanical gardens, friends of ballarat botanical gardens, druids oak, freemasonry, the ancient order of druids, quercus robur, gardens, ballarat -
Rutherglen Historical Society
Photograph - Image, 1914-1915 (Approximate)
... druid lodge... gowns belonged to Druid Lodge.... gowns belonged to Druid Lodge. druid lodge rutherglen hospital ...Annual procession in aid of hospitals - Corowa, Albury, Wangaratta - before Rutherglen hospital was built. Men in long white gowns belonged to Druid Lodge.Postcard size photograph of Procession of Druids marching up Rutherglen Main StreetOn verso: "Postcard / Correspondence / Address only / Australia"druid lodge, rutherglen hospital -
Rutherglen Historical Society
Postcard - Post card, c1920
... of the hotel, in white robes, are members of the Druid lodge... of the Druid lodge. The firetruck is from the New South Wales Fire ...Believed to have been taken sometime in the 1920s. An enthusiast could probably date the photo by the fire engine.Black and white photographic postcard showing a parade in Main Street, Rutherglen. The building at the center of the photograph is the Victoria Hotel. The men near the front of the hotel, in white robes, are members of the Druid lodge. The firetruck is from the New South Wales Fire Brigade.main street rutherglen, parades, victoria hotel, druids -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - WES HARRY COLLECTION: DRUIDS
... ? Club of the Melbourne Druids Lodge. They would distribute toys... a photo of the local? Club of the Melbourne Druids Lodge ...Copy of a photograph of a large group of men in formal dress, all holding bouquets. On the side of the photo there is written : 'Note from Alex H. Stone, probably a photo of the local? Club of the Melbourne Druids Lodge. They would distribute toys and sweets to the children of St. Aidens Orphanage and then take ____? ______? Home on the train? ( The handwriting is very hard to decipher). This photo was sent to the Bendigo Historical Society by D. McFarlane, 5W Water St. Cairns.W. H. Robinson Bendigoperson, group, druids, druids, alex h. stone, st. aidens orphanage, d. mcfarlane -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - ILLUMINATED ADDRESS - E. J. SWIFT, 1909
... of Druids Grand Lodge of Australia presented to E. J. Swift. Printed... the United Ancient Order of Druids Grand Lodge of Australia presented ...An illuminated address from the United Ancient Order of Druids Grand Lodge of Australia presented to E. J. Swift. Printed on card and showing a group of Bendigo men in ancient costume at top, Stonehenge on bottom and bordered with leaves and acorns. Markings - Troedel & Co Lith Melb.person, individual, e j swift -
City of Greater Bendigo - Civic Collection
Work on paper - Photograph, W H Robinson, Druids Sandhurst Lodge No. 247, 01 / 11/ 1910
... motifs and elaborate text c.t. DRUIDS Sandhurst Lodge/ No 247... and elaborate text c.t. DRUIDS Sandhurst Lodge/ No 247. l.c Presented ...Druids are known to exist from around the 3rd century B.C. Their name may have come from a Celtic word meaning “knower of the oak tree.” Many of their ceremonies were carried out in oak groves, which they considered sacred and members were, at that time a mix of priest, judge, doctor and philosopher. The Druids enjoyed a revival in the 19th century and were taken up enthusiastically during the Victorian era. Druidry was believed to have been introduced into Australia in 1851 with the setting up of the first lodge in Melbourne under the name United Ancient Order of Druids. Unlike the Freemasons, the Druids were not a secret society and were not selective in who they let in, as long as they paid their dues and acted more like a benevolent society than a spiritual movement. "They originally operated when there were few benefits available from the government or employers and the introduction of sick leave and other employer provided benefits, combined with the gradual introduction of government subsidised medicine, caused the need for them to diminish." Druids House — in Swanston Street, was opened by the Lord Mayor in 1927 and was designed to be the movement's national head office. It was completed at a cost of 19,000 pounds. This photograph was believed to have been commissioned by the Druids of Bendigo to the Licensees of the Queens Head pub where they regularly met, situated on the corner of the Bendigo-Maryborough Rd & the Calder Alternate Hwy ( Lockwood Cross Roads). The old Marong Council offices were situated opposite from 1864 until around 1908 when new offices were then built in Marong. It is believed that this photograph and a photo of the pub were given to Marong Shire by descendants of the publicans, probably in the 90’s. Framed black and white group photographic portrait of 37 members of the Sandhurst Chapter of the Druids staged and shot outdoors. Each of the gentlemen is carrying a bouquet of flowers. The photograph has a gold inner mount with the second mount cut to give the impression of a frame. The outer mount is hand painted with botanical motifs and elaborate text c.t. DRUIDS Sandhurst Lodge/ No 247. l.c Presented to Mr and Mrs Chadwick / Lockwood / in recognition for kindness rendered.W. G. Robinson / Photo and J.H. Gribble / Long Gully / 1,11,10robinson photographer, j.h.b. gribble artist, chadwick, shire of marong, city of greater bendigo portraits, city of greater bendigo community groups -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Samuel Bolton in Druid's regalia, 1950
... were staunch Druids. The Lodge met monthly in the Rechabite...-in-law Patrick Burns were staunch Druids. The Lodge met monthly ...Samuel Bolton of 244 Union Road, Surrey Hills in his 'Druid's Collar' in 1950. Samuel and his son-in-law Patrick Burns were staunch Druids. The Lodge met monthly in the Rechabite Hall in Canterbury Road. The United Ancient Order of Druids (UAOD) was founded in Victoria around 1862. An account is included in Ken James' book 'Surrey Hills Friendly Societies'. This is based on Box Hill Reporter articles and material in relevant files at PROV. Summary: The Surrey Hills Lodge was established in 1890. The trustees were Ernest W Opperman (newsagent), James H Corstorphan (grocer) and Thomas White (plasterer). Opening night was 27 November 1890 and early meetings were held in Br Corstorphan's home in Canterbury Road on Tuesday evenings. By 1891 the ledge had 80 members. Samuel (1978-1951) was a butcher who came to Surrey Hills from Euroa some time between 1926-1931. His shop was at the Mon Albert terminus. After he sold it, it became part of the supermarket on the north side of Whitehorse Road. He was married in 1879 to Elizabeth Beatrice Maker (1881-1963).A black and white photograph of a man with regalia collar around his neck.(mr) samuel bolton, union road, surrey hills, druids, rechabite hall, clothing and dress, united ancient order of druids, druid's regalia, regalia, friendly societies -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Photograph - SANDHURST LODGE ADDRESS TO J.ENEVER, December 1920
... Druids chair in lodge No 247. Signed by: W.W. Pearce - Secretary... passed the Arch Druids chair in lodge No 247. Signed by: W.W ...Coloured: This is to certify that Bro John Enever. PA. Has received a vote of thanks for having passed the Arch Druids chair in lodge No 247. Signed by: W.W. Pearce - Secretary. Sandhurst Lodge. No 247. Other men in the photo are:: Bro. J R.Blokkeerusab --- Bro. G.Pearce. DP --- Bro. W.W.Pearse. Sec --- Bro. J.Jose. A.D.B. --- Bro. L.W.Lee. MS --- Bro. G.E.Branagan .I.C --- Bro. G.Hocking.V.A.B --- Bro. A.Enever.P.A --- Bro .J.Redding. V.A.B --- Bro. V.Hosking.DC --- Bro. A.Pieper.PC --- Bro. W.Franklin.A.B.D --- Bro. L.W.Lee. Jnr. TRE --- Bro. E.Johnson. PDP --- Bro. W.Pascoe.VP ---- United Ancient Order of Druids. Markings: D1 536. Embossed frame. Deframed 2022person, individual, certificate -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Document - LIST OF FRIENDLY SOCIETIES: BENDIGO
... of Druids U.A.O.D. - Lodge Quartzopolis, Lodge Eldorado, Lodge... Branch and Lodge Belvidere. United Ancient Order of Druids ...Three pages of research by Rita Hull on Friendly Societies. Includes name of Society, when established, the number of Members, and the years 1865,1875, 1881,1891, 1895 and 1907 (an asterisk if they were still operating). Listed are the Society names and the different Court, Lodge, etc. under the name. They are: Manchester Unity Independent Order of Odd Fellows M.U.I.O.O.F. - Loyal Bendigo Loyal Gold Miners' Pride, Loyal James Roe, Loyal Strangers' Refuge, Loyal Heart of Friendship, Loyal Albert, Loyal Sir Henry Barkly, Loyal Catherine, Loyal Darling and Earl of Hopetoun. Ancient Order of Foresters A.O.F. - Court Royal Oak, Court Queen of the Forest, Court Pride of the Forest, Court Happy Valley, Court Bendigo, Court Banner of Hope, Court Sherwood, Court King of the Forest, Court Alexandra, Court Victoria and Court Star of Bendigo (Women). Independent Order of Oddfellows I.O.O. - Loyal Sandhurst Lodge, Court Weeroona and Golden Star Rebekah. Independent Order of Rechabites I.O.R. - Tent Star of Bendigo, Tent Refuge, Tent Cobden, Tent Olive Branch, Tent Laurel, Tent Sutton and Tent Herald of Peace. Sons and Daughters of Temperance - Royal Diadem Division, Ark of Safety, Royal Septre, Hope of Sandhurst (Ladies), Princess Beatrice (Ladies), Lady Loch (Ladies) and Laurel (Ladies). Grand United Order of Oddfellows G.U.O.O.F. - Lodge Star of Eaglehawk, Lodge Sandhurst, Lodge Pride of Bendigo, Lodge Olive Branch and Lodge Belvidere. United Ancient Order of Druids U.A.O.D. - Lodge Quartzopolis, Lodge Eldorado, Lodge Caractacus, Lodge Bendigo and Lodge Sandhurst. Order of St Andrew (Scottish Constitution) - Bendigo Lodge No 1. Order of St Andrew (All Nations) - Lodge Sandhurst and Lodge Unity. Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes R.A.O.B. - Provincial Grand Lodge No 1, Prairie Lodge, Forest Lodge and Southern Cross Lodge. The Hibernian Australasian Catholic Benefit Society H.A.C.B.S. - St Kilian's No 4 and Eaglehawk Branch. Independent Order of Good Templars - Lodge Bendigo, Lodge Guiding Star, and Lodge Hope of Golden Square. Loyal Orange Institution of Victoria - Lodge William Lodge and Loyal Governor Bowen (Pride of Eaglehawksocieties, order of .., list, list of friendly societies, rita hull, manchester unity independent order of odd fellows m.u.i.o.o.f., ancient order of foresters a.o.f., independent order of oddfellows i.o.o., independent order of rechabites i.o.r., sons and daughters of temperance, grand united order of oddfellows g.u.o.o.f., united ancient order of druids u.a.o.d., order of st andrew (scottish constitution), order of st andrew (all nations), royal antediluvian order of buffaloes r.a.o.b., the hibernian australasian catholic benefit society h.a.c.b.s., independent order of good templars, loyal orange institution of victoria, australian natives association a.n.a. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Ceremonial object - Ceremonial collar
Ancient Order of Druids was formed in London in 1871. Their motto was "Justice, Philanthropy and Brotherly Love". The Order was established in Australia in 1851.The Sandhurst Lodge 247 met at Queens Head Hotel (Lockwood cross roads) and was first mentioned in the Bendigo Advertiser in 1863.Ceremonial collar in red velvet with gold metallic bullion fringe around outside edge and lower inside edge and gold metallic lace to edge. At one end (LHS) there is a large gold metallic star in sequins and gold metallic bullion. At the other end (RHS) the initials PA are worked in zardozi work in gold metallic thread 5cmx7cm.ceremonial collar, ancient order of druids -
Stawell Historical Society Inc
Archive, Druid’s Lodge No. 391 Meeting Book
... grampians Stawell Druid’s Lodge No. 391 Meeting Book Archive ...stawell -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - The Ballarat Druids, and Two Oak Trees in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, 7/2009, 22/1/2010
The relevance of the oak trees is related to the ancient traditions of the Druids and the Druids Friendly Society in Ballarat.There were two active Lodges in Ballarat until the late 1980's involved in good works and community health.2 pages, 1and1/4 pages of print in note form.Nonejohn garner, doctor, ballarat botanical gardens, friends of ballarat botanical gardens, druid oaks, the ballarat druids, quercus robur, druid friendly society, gardens, ballarat, john garner collection -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Druids Oaks in Ballarat, Emails May 2009, 15/5/2009, John Garner to Kerry Robinson. 22/5/2009, Kerry Robinson to John Garner
... Enquiry by Doctor John Garner to the Druids Friendly Society ...Enquiry by Doctor John Garner to the Druids Friendly Society to try and establish when the first Druids Oak trees were planted in Ballarat.The Druids Oaks in Ballarat are part of the history of this city in terms not only of the trees but the Masonic Lodges established and the Druids Friendly Society.1 page of 2 emails in blue and black print. Italics used in the first email to indicate reference though no source given.Nonedruids oak, druids friendly society, kerry j.robinson druids, john garner, doctor, ballarat botanical gardens history group, ballarat botanical gardens, friends of ballarat botanical gardens, john garner collection, gardens, ballarat