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Photos were part of the Family Focus display by Mrs Olwen Ford for the Brimbank City Festival, March 1998.8 photographs of the Parsons family of Sunshine including Edmund and Joe Parsons families Also extension of family with the Howard Francis and Dudgeon families Also photograph of St Marks Church Sunday School pupils 1908 The Flynn and Parsons families are an interesting contrast Both arrived in the Brimbank area at Braybrook Junction in 1891 Both had children at the new state school However there were many differences Thomas flynn was headteacher of the new school He taught in the area until 1912 and then moved away His son John went on to become an ordained minister and eventually Flynn of the Inland founder of the Flying Doctor Service Eddmund Parsons was a horsehair manufacturere and his sons and grandsons continued his very specialised business Descendants of Emily and Edmund Parsons still live in the Sunshine area todayedmund parsons

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1935 matriculation class. Taken outside the prefects pavilion. Back row: Hugh Vallance, Laurie Parker Centre row: Harry Hocking, Edmund Parsons, Eric McGrath, Keith Morna, Harry Spencer, Keith James, Bill S. Reynolds, Ronald Ross Front row: Jean Morris,Gwladys Murray, Thelma Hatch, Tassie Thomson, Margaret SmithBlack and white photograph mounted on board.williamstown high school, 1935, matriculation form

Parsons & Lewis was the horse‑hair curling factory that operated on Graham Street (Now part of Anderson Rd), Sunshine (then Braybrook Junction). The Co-Founders of the company were Edmund “Ted” Parsons (1855–1918) & Richard Lewis (d1909). Richard Lewis died of anthrax, a known occupational hazard in hair‑processing industries. The factory was deliberately placed on the banks of Kororoit Creek because large volumes of water were required for the horse‑hair curling process. Horsehair was washed, sorted, curled, dried, and baled, a labor-intensive process requiring skilled “drafters,” curlers, and spinners. The factory processed animal hair for use in brushes and upholstery. The building was subsequently demolished in 1987.The Parsons & Lewis Horse Hair Curling Factory was one of the most important early industrial sites in Sunshine’s heritage landscape. The Parsons family became one of the most respected families in Sunshine, both socially and civically. Their reputation was built over three generations, combining industrial contribution, community service, and local leadership.Typed Notes Parsons Line|Typed Notes Parsons and Lewis Pty Ltd 1887 to 1988|Booklet The Drawers and Curlers Parsons and Lewis 1887 to 1988 by Peter Parsons|Newspaper Article The Advocate 6 October 1993 Brothers decide to retire from century old family business Buyer sought to keep up a proud tradition and History dates to boom days of 1880s|Original Business Names Act 1928 Certificate of Registrar General of Registration of an Individual Joseph Robert Parsons 8 June 1933 for Parson and Lewis|Newspaper Article The Weekly Times 25 September 1991 Brothers hang on by a tale|Newspaper Article The Age 17 October 1994 Hair today might go for a song tomorrow|Photograph of History panel Parson and Lewis|Photograph of vacant site where factory was located on corner Morris Street and Anderson Road|Photograph of facade of Parson and Lewis Horsehair Drawers and Curlers|Photograph of Parsons and Lewis and notes saying copy of the photograph of the fire that destroyed Parsons and Lewis factory on Kororoit Creek Sunshine|Newspaper Article Sunshine Advocate 29 January 1965 Australia Day program will appeal to all at JR Parsons Reserveparsons and lewis, joseph "joe" parsons

Parsons & Lewis was the horse‑hair curling factory that operated on Graham Street (Now part of Anderson Rd), Sunshine (then Braybrook Junction). The Co-Founders of the company were Edmund “Ted” Parsons (1855–1918) & Richard Lewis (d1909). Richard Lewis died of anthrax, a known occupational hazard in hair‑processing industries. The factory was deliberately placed on the banks of Kororoit Creek because large volumes of water were required for the horse‑hair curling process. Horsehair was washed, sorted, curled, dried, and baled, a labor-intensive process requiring skilled “drafters,” curlers, and spinners. The factory processed animal hair for use in brushes and upholstery. The building was subsequently demolished in 1987.The Parsons & Lewis Horse Hair Curling Factory was one of the most important early industrial sites in Sunshine’s heritage landscape. The Parsons family became one of the most respected families in Sunshine, both socially and civically. Their reputation was built over three generations, combining industrial contribution, community service, and local leadership.The Drawers And Churlers Parsons and Lewis 1887 - 1988 by Peter Parsonsparsons & lewis, parsons, graham street, anderson road, sunshine

Parsons & Lewis was the horse‑hair curling factory that operated on Graham Street (Now part of Anderson Rd), Sunshine (then Braybrook Junction). The Co-Founders of the company were Edmund “Ted” Parsons (1855–1918) & Richard Lewis (d1909). The business was founded in 1887 and shifted to the Graham Street site in 1901. Richard Lewis died of anthrax, a known occupational hazard in hair‑processing industries. The factory was deliberately placed on the banks of Kororoit Creek because large volumes of water were required for the horse‑hair curling process. Horsehair was washed, sorted, curled, dried, and baled, a labor-intensive process requiring skilled “drafters,” curlers, and spinners. The factory processed animal hair for use in brushes and upholstery. In 1988, the business was relocated to a site in Kensington.The Parsons & Lewis Horse Hair Curling Factory was one of the most important early industrial sites in Sunshine’s heritage landscape. The Parsons family became one of the most respected families in Sunshine, both socially and civically. Their reputation was built over three generations, combining industrial contribution, community service, and local leadership.Parsons & Lewis Horsehair Drawers and Curlersparsons & lewis, factory, parsons, graham street, anderson road, sunshine

Parsons & Lewis was the horse‑hair curling factory that operated on Graham Street (Now part of Anderson Rd), Sunshine (then Braybrook Junction). The Co-Founders of the company were Edmund “Ted” Parsons (1855–1918) & Richard Lewis (d1909). The business was founded in 1887 and shifted to the Graham Street site in 1901. Richard Lewis died of anthrax, a known occupational hazard in hair‑processing industries. The factory was deliberately placed on the banks of Kororoit Creek because large volumes of water were required for the horse‑hair curling process. Horsehair was washed, sorted, curled, dried, and baled, a labor-intensive process requiring skilled “drafters,” curlers, and spinners. The factory processed animal hair for use in brushes and upholstery. In 1988, the business was relocated to a site in Kensington. The building was subsequently demolished in 1987.The Parsons & Lewis Horse Hair Curling Factory was one of the most important early industrial sites in Sunshine’s heritage landscape. The Parsons family became one of the most respected families in Sunshine, both socially and civically. Their reputation was built over three generations, combining industrial contribution, community service, and local leadership.A photocopy of the cover of publication by Peter Parsons of the history of Parsons and Lewis 1887 to 1988 For names refer to no 138parsons & lewis, parsons, graham street, anderson road, sunshine, peter parsons

Parsons & Lewis was the horse‑hair curling factory that operated on Graham Street (Now part of Anderson Rd), Sunshine (then Braybrook Junction). The Co-Founders of the company were Edmund “Ted” Parsons (1855–1918) & Richard Lewis (d1909). The business was founded in 1887 and shifted to the Graham Street site in 1901. Richard Lewis died of anthrax, a known occupational hazard in hair‑processing industries. The factory was deliberately placed on the banks of Kororoit Creek because large volumes of water were required for the horse‑hair curling process. Horsehair was washed, sorted, curled, dried, and baled, a labor-intensive process requiring skilled “drafters,” curlers, and spinners. The factory processed animal hair for use in brushes and upholstery. In 1988, the business was relocated to a site in Kensington. The building was subsequently demolished in 1987.The Parsons & Lewis Horse Hair Curling Factory was one of the most important early industrial sites in Sunshine’s heritage landscape. The Parsons family became one of the most respected families in Sunshine, both socially and civically. Their reputation was built over three generations, combining industrial contribution, community service, and local leadership.Name supplied by Robert "Bob" Eric Parsons Ted Mantell Joe Parsons Alf Noble Jack Walker Jack McCormick Cock Higgins Wally Wright Jim Chouka Nettleton Dick Green Bob Perriman and Joe Bridges On building facade Parsons and Lewis horsehair drawers and curlersparsons & lewis, parsons, graham street, anderson road, sunshine

Parsons & Lewis was the horse‑hair curling factory that operated on Graham Street (Now part of Anderson Rd), Sunshine (then Braybrook Junction). The Co-Founders of the company were Edmund “Ted” Parsons (1855–1918) & Richard Lewis (d1909). The business was founded in 1887 and shifted to the Graham Street site in 1901. Richard Lewis died of anthrax, a known occupational hazard in hair‑processing industries. The factory was deliberately placed on the banks of Kororoit Creek because large volumes of water were required for the horse‑hair curling process. Horsehair was washed, sorted, curled, dried, and baled, a labor-intensive process requiring skilled “drafters,” curlers, and spinners. The factory processed animal hair for use in brushes and upholstery. In 1988, the business was relocated to a site in Kensington. The building was subsequently demolished in 1987.The Parsons & Lewis Horse Hair Curling Factory was one of the most important early industrial sites in Sunshine’s heritage landscape. The Parsons family became one of the most respected families in Sunshine, both socially and civically. Their reputation was built over three generations, combining industrial contribution, community service, and local leadership.From left: Ted Mantell Joe Parsons Alf Noble Jack Walker Jack McCormack Ted Higgins Walter Wright Jim Chooka Nettleton Dick Green Bob Perriman and Joe Bridgesparsons & lewis, factory, parsons, graham street, anderson road, sunshine

Parsons & Lewis was the horse‑hair curling factory that operated on Graham Street (Now part of Anderson Rd), Sunshine (then Braybrook Junction). The Co-Founders of the company were Edmund “Ted” Parsons (1855–1918) & Richard Lewis (d1909). The business was founded in 1887 and shifted to the Graham Street site in 1901. Richard Lewis died of anthrax, a known occupational hazard in hair‑processing industries. The factory was deliberately placed on the banks of Kororoit Creek because large volumes of water were required for the horse‑hair curling process. Horsehair was washed, sorted, curled, dried, and baled, a labor-intensive process requiring skilled “drafters,” curlers, and spinners. The factory processed animal hair for use in brushes and upholstery. In 1988, the business was relocated to a site in Kensington. This photograph is of the factory after it suffered a major fire. The building was subsequently demolished in 1987.The Parsons & Lewis Horse Hair Curling Factory was one of the most important early industrial sites in Sunshine’s heritage landscape. The Parsons family became one of the most respected families in Sunshine, both socially and civically. Their reputation was built over three generations, combining industrial contribution, community service, and local leadership.Parsons and Lewis Horsehair Drawers & Curlers Factory Photo Factory facing only as interior is collapsed and rubbleparsons and lewis, joseph "joe" parsons

The World War I Memorial Honour board was made for Buninyong State School. It was inscribed on its rear on 3/3/1916 and in 1942 while being renovated.The honour board is of historic significance, listing local soldiers who served in World War I.Timber plywood honour board, painted with honour roll of World War I soldiers' names.On front of honour board- "Buninyong State School Roll of Honor Barrett G. Bell Murray Bright Reg. Bird Bert. Dixon Albt. Dobbin Oswd. Daniel John + Anderson David + Bignall Alfred Bunce Alec Calf Alfred Clayton William Collins Michael Daff Edward Davis Peter Davis Charles + Ferguson Fergus Gullick George Gullick Roland + Hickey Samuel House Alan Johnstone Cyril Johnstone Gordon Johnstone Gower Johnstone Stanley Kennedy Louis Little Robert McCarey William + McCarty Thomas + McCarty Edward McKenzie Morell McKinnon Eric McClure Ernest + McTaggart William Meade Albert Melican Thomas + Middleton George Morris Walter Nicholas Arthur Olney Reginald + Parsons William + Parsons Harry Collins Patrick Johnston Adam + Eldridge S.J. + Jones Norman Frazer D. Tyler G. Howard E. Hale Roy Hunter A. Luke H. Skurrie A. Skurrie R. Watkins S. Ronalds Reginald Speak Leslie Sutherland Norman Stewart William Stewart Inglis Strathie James Taylor Percy Tresize James + Tresize John Tubridy James Wallis Hector Wallis George + Whitten Harry Whykes William Wilson Percy Wyatt Ernest Yates Harold + Jones Oswald Jones Harold Coxall Bailey Whitten Thomas Luke Richard House Albert Ronalds Noble Meade Ernest Donavon M. Fox George Lawless Robert + Hickey Edward Newitt Arthur Wallis Daniel Noack M. Howard Grave + Connelly Edmund + Cozens James + Butler John Lumsden John + Kennedy Harold Lillicrap Robert" On rear of honour board- "L. Lay, Ballan, 1942, J. Stevens, Ballan, 1942, Renovating" "Leslie McGrath" "McGrath & Sons, Buninyong, 3/3/16"buninyong state school, honour board, world war 1