From the late 1870s to the 1930s, illuminated addresses were a popular way to commemorate special occasions and were given to recognize outstanding service. They featured beautiful calligraphy and ornate designs. Arthur Grace was a draper who ran a business in Linton (at 'Criterion House') from the mid-1860s until he left Linton to return to England in 1873. He later returned to live in Ballarat, where he died in 1905. He was heavily involved with the Methodist/Wesleyan congregation at Linton, and instrumental in establishing the Linton Mechanics' Institute and Free Library. (Note: The 'Adress' does not refer to the Linton Mechanics' Institute, but to the 'Committee of the Public Library at Linton'.) The Address was made by Francis Wilson Niven, a lithographer, printer and bookbinder from Ballarat. (See 'Ballarat Star', 10 March 1873.)This may be the first reference to the 'Public Library' at Linton. Framed document, an 'illuminated address' which was presented to Arthur Grace when he moved back to England from Linton in 1873. The Address was presented in acknowledgement of the "important services rendered by you in promoting the material and social prosperity of a district wherein you have so long resided, but more particularly for you liberality and cordial co-operation in establishing a Public Library at Linton". The address is signed by the President, Secretary and eight members of the 'Committee of the Public Library' at Linton : S. Lewers, S.M. [President], J. Dodds [Secretary], and committee members Thomas Hoskins, Thomas Kennedy, W.G. Bennett, Robert S. Nelson, James Colliver, David McFadzean, Adam Clinton, John Howells.arthur grace, illuminated address, linton mechanics' institute and free library, linton public library, linton methodist church

Miss Ida Lewers was the daughter of Linton Bank of NSW manager, Samuel Lewers. Ida lived and worked in Berry NSW for many years. She returned to Linton in later life, living at Traquair House, the original Bank of NSW premises.Large certificate, white with black lettering, an illustrated, decorative testimonial to Miss Ida Lewers. Expresses the gratitude of the Berry sub-branch of the RSSILA (later RSL) for work undertaken by Miss Lewers during and after World War I. Signed by T.A. Cusack, Secretary, and J. Robertson, President. Certificate designed and produced by T.A. Cusack and N. Clout.ida lewers, testimonials, certificates, illuminated address, world war 1914-1918

Illuminated Address from the First World War period and the wording on this address makes particular mention of our boys "doing their bit". The artist was J. Hennessy of Carlton.hennessy, camperdown convent of mercy, bishop foley, first world war.

Framed Illuminated Address under glassilluminated address, captain p w bull, ss westralia

Black and white photo of illuminated address to Senior Constable John McGlone, 1868mcglone, john, illuminated address

Colourful illuminated address presented to Walter D. Nicholls.Text: "Independent Order of Rechabites / SALFORD UNITY / COMPLIMENTARY CERTIFICATE / Presented to Brother Walter D. Nicholls who / has served the Office of Past Chief Ruler / to the Excelsior / Tent of the / Victoria District Independent Order of Rechabites".independent order of rechabites, walter downes nicholls, illuminated address

Designed and Illuminated by J.H. Cunningham, Melbourne.

Samuel Lewers was the first manager of the Bank of New South Wales in Linton, was president of the Shire of Grenville, and also acted as a JP and magistrate.A certificate of appreciation in the form of an "address", presented to Samuel Lewers on his retirement in 1895. The address has been printed on cardboard in decorative lettering, it is headed "To Samuel Lewers, Esq. JP", and is signed by nineteen residents of Linton and district, many of whom were owners of pastoral properties or business enterprises in and around Linton, and/or also involved in local government. The certificate is dated "Linton, 5th April, 1895".samuel lewers, george russell, john clarke, alexander tyers, j.c. fraser, w.g. bennett, joseph shepherd, armstrong kerr, george smith, thomas wise, robert cochrane, john garvey, thomas kennedy, john o'meara, e. morey, a. j. smith, john o'beirne, e. hartley, david mcfadzean, george smith

Gideon Nicol (1836-1908) was a seaman who came to Warrnambool in 1858. In 1865 he selected land at Mount Warrnambool . He was one of the founders of the Farnham Cheese and Butter Factory and the Garvoc Cheese and Butter Factory and was a Shire Councillor from 1879 to 1906. These items will be useful to include in the Gideon Nicol file.These are scans of two pages from a book and an illuminated manuscript. One page is red with an ornate border and the other is blackish with an ornate border. The illuminated address is multi-coloured with an ornate border‘Gideon Nicol, July 16th 1906’; ‘G.N.’warrnambool, gideon nicol, illuminated address, warrnambool shire, garvoc butter and cheese company

The Illuminated Address was presented to James Tonkin on March 4, 1895, honouring his extraordinary bravery in rescuing miner Owen R. Owen from suffocation in foul air at the Collmann and Tacchi Company’s No. 3 shaft in California Gully, Bendigo. Mayor John Green, J.P., of Eaglehawk presented the address and a Mining Department bravery certificate at the Mechanics' Institute in California Gully. The document was created by local resident Mr. RogersIlluminated Address presented to James Tonkin recognising bravery, when he descended into a mine three times to rescue Owen R Owen who had fallen down a mine shaft at the Collmann and Tacchi Mine in 1895. The address reads: "James Tonkin" We, the undersigned, having formed ourselves into a committee to raise funds by public subscription in commendation of your noble art. In descending the No 3 shaft at the Collman and Tacchi mine and rescuing the miner Owen R Owen the risk and danger of your own life. We therefore have much pleasure in presenting you with a purse of sovereigns and an illuminated testimonial being voluntary subscribed in the public of Bendigo, Eaglehawk and the surrounding district. In conclusion we hope that you will be restored to perfect health again and enjoy the comforts of this life with great prosperity. Signed for the committee by John Green (Chairperson, Mayor of Eaglehawk), Richard Williams (Treasurer), Thomas Harry (Secretary). March 4th 1895illuminated address, james tonkin, miner

J. K. Hall was a prominent local mining figure, investor, and speaker, rather than managing daily underground shaft operations, Outside of Bendigo, J. K. Hall was heavily involved in interstate quartz-reef exploration. The Confidence Extended Gold Mine was a major historical deep-shaft gold operation located on the Garden Gully Line of Reef in Bendigo, Victoria. Operating predominantly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it played a vital role in confirming Bendigo’s global status as one of the world's richest quartz-reef gold mining fields. Illuminated address sympathy card sent to Mrs. Hall of Long Gully from the Confidence Extended Gold Mining Company on the passing of her husband J K Hall, who was a manager at the company. The photo of the address is glued to a piece of cardboard with the signature of Alan Spicer, Bendigo.illuminated address, mrs. hall, alan spicer

This petition was a formal request signed by 2,626 citizens of Bendigo urging George Lansell, a local mining entrepreneur known as the "Quartz King" to return from London to help revitalise the local gold mining industry. By 1887, Bendigo's economy had declined. The petition was organised with a belief Lansell’s expertise and leadership were essential to "restore the good times" to the city.Leather bound, gold embossing on borders of cover and inside folder. Front text in gold print: 'presented to George Lansell Esq by the residents of Bendigo June 1887' Inside: illuminated address to George Lansell, London, imploring him to return to Bendigo ' Your long absence from Bendigo is keenly felt ..' Address written in black calligraphy surrounded by water colour flowers.person, individual, george lansell esq., lansell, george, fortuna, illuminated address

Illuminated address enclosed in a brown leather folder, embossed with gold leaf pattern. Letter on RH page, photo of Mr. Joseph Davies (The hero), photo of Goldfields Consolidated Mine, and diagram of mine shaft showing location of rescue on left hand page of address. Address to Mr. Joseph Davies, resolution moved by Sir John Quick, congratulating him on his heroism in saving the life of his mate, Mr. J. Allan, at the Goldfields Consolidated mine last Friday, Dated 14th October, 1909.person, mining, joseph davies, joseph davies, illuminated address, sir john quick, mining, goldfields consolidated gold mine

A. W. Glencross Esq. Illuminated Address 1909. Richardson Valley Railway League. Small image of Marnoo Railway Station.B/W Photo.:3 oval landscape inset photos across the top of Illuminated Address. In the design an oval portrait photo of a male. A printed proforma letter format. Bottom left landscape photo.Marnoo Victoria . Oct. 15th 1909. Dear Sir, The Richardson Valley Railway League upon its disbanding wish to the very excellent work done by you in bringing our efforts to a at issue. As Hon. Secretary to the League since its inception you have been assiduous and we tender to you our sincere thanks and that the success of our endeavours is in no small measure due to the able, intelligent and unselfish manner in which you have carried out the many duties pertaining to the position. As a small token of our appreciation we respectfully ask you to accept this address. On behalf of the League and it's supporters we wish you every success and beg to subscribe ourselves Yours faithfullymarnoo

Sir John McIntyre (1832-1904) was a key figure in the Bendigo goldfields, a pharmacy owner, a prominent mining investor, and a leader in local government. McIntyre served on the Sandhurst Municipal Council (starting in 1859) and held the position of Mayor of the Borough of Sandhurst for six consecutive years (1863–1868), a period coinciding with the city’s early development and significant gold production. During his time as Mayor, he hosted the Prince of Wales (Duke of Edinburgh) visit in 1867, which featured a famous, albeit disastrous, fireworks display.Illuminated Address given to John McIntyre Esquire for his time in the Bendigo City Council in the years 1859 - 1860 - 1862 and Mayor of the Borough of Sandhurst: 1863, 1864, 1865, 1866, 1867, 1868. Signed by Councillors, John Holmes, Robert Burrowes, George Aspinall, James Boyd. M.D., J. Holdsworth, D. Macdougal, Ed. Garsed, John Latham, Town Clerk, George Avery Fletcher. Coloured hand drawn artwork on outline of address.Crest Per Ardua. Crest 2 red phoenix on gold background, hand with dagger, ship with red flags on black background. On top of crest hand with dagger blue and white with gold and black ribbon underneath. Blue corporate seal. *Currently on Loan in the National Museum. Loan extended till 31 May 2018. Loan Number IL 2010/0074, File No. 09/1062. Updated April 2016 Returned from National Museum 29.6.2018 * on the certificate John McIntyre's name appears to be John McIntyrr Esqirrartwork, illuminated address, 364/1

See related Record 2201.20. Bendigo mining magnate George Lansell returned to home country England in 1880 but was petitioned to return by 2,628 Bendigo citizens in 1887 to help restore the city's declining mining industry. This illuminated address was likely a formal gesture of welcome and respect from the local mine managers upon his return in late 1887.A coloured photocopy of the Illuminated Address to George Lansell. Mounted on illustration board. Framed for Fossicking to Federation, August 2001. Markings 'Illuminated Address to George Lansell From the Mine Managers of Bendigo Presented upon Lansell's return from England.'person, individual, george lansell

Illuminated Address for George Jennings "Mayo Park" Lubeck. The top photo is of George Jennings, The other portrait is of Alfred Clemes. The illumination was given to George Jennings for his serviced over many year to the council. Enlarged colour photograph of an illuminated address presented by Stawell Shire Council. Included in the folder is a Black and white photograph also of the illumination in a brown folder. Included in the illumination are three photographs, two of males and one of a building with people. Floral decorations surround the writing and photographs. George Jennings Esq Mayo Park, Warranook Victoria stawell shire president

This formal certificate was presented to Mr Peter Smalley on 29 August 1917, on behalf of the church trust as a token of esteem and recognition for his service to the church. At the time, Smalley held the significant lay position of Circuit Steward within the Methodist administration at the Eaglehawk West Methodist Church. Peter Smalley was a well-known local figure in the Eaglehawk area near Bendigo, Victoria. He worked as a jeweller and was the son of a prominent local resident. The Eaglehawk West Methodist Church was a central hub for the local community, hosting various events such as musical competitions and "Band of Hope" meetings.Address to Peter Smalley. Esq. Coloured print of Methodist Church. Eaglehawk West. Text reads: 'To Peter Smalley Esq. Dear Sir & Brother on behalf of the Trustees of The Eaglehawk West Methodist Church after 17 years faithful service as Trustee. Local Preacher. Circuit Steward. Sunday School Teacher and Treasurer' Signed by J.Polkinghorne - Minister. Robert Murdoch - Secretary. D.Wetistu - Treasurer. Dated 29 August, 1917.certificate, illuminated address, peter smalley, methodist church, eaglehawk west

Certificate presented to N C Boucher after retiring as President of the Tramway Division of the Australian Railways Union in 1947. Signed by A J Cregan as State President and J J Brown as State Secretary. The Union seal has been applied to the item. The Union had several divisions such as guards, signalmen, shunters etc. The Tramway Division represented the tramway depots at Elwood and Sandringham. The certificate includes a photo of the Union building, a train hauled by A2 945 and an Electric Train. The Union did not represent locomotive or electric train crews, these were represented by the Australian Federated Union of Locomotive Employees. For notes on Mr Boucher's career see item 7056.Demonstrates an ARU Illuminated address of the 1940sFramed Certificate - printed base on paper with name, position inked on over a light blue wash. Timber surround with gold surround and glazed.n c boucher, unions, vr trams, aru, certificates, illuminated address

Alexander Peacock and Millie Holden married on January 1st 1901 the day of Australian Federation. The names listed on the illuminated address were all prominent men in the Borough and Shire of Creswick. John English, John Leishman, Jonah Ward, William Thomas, W. Davies, J. Tait, H. Hammon, D. Luttet, L.D. Watson, D. McGarth, G. Maughan, Illuminated address to Hon. A.J. Peacock, Chief Secretary of Victoria. It has cameos of Creswick Town Hall, Peacock's home, Creswick Goldfields Hospital and gold mine. It has portraits of both Alexander Peacock and Millie Holden as printed on the announcement of their engagement. The address is signed by prominent citizens of Creswick.alexander peacock, millie holden, millie peacock, creswick

James Curnow served as a key official for the Geelong Jubilee Juvenile and Industrial Exhibition in 1887. This exhibition was a major event held to celebrate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee and to encourage young people in trades and the "fine arts and ornamental works". The illuminated address is authenticated by the signatures of the exhibition's committee members. It is decorated with floral motifs and hand-painted scenes including a sailing ship and the Melbourne Exhibition Building, which was the central hub for these types of colonial celebrations in Melbourne.An illuminated address presented to James Henry Curnow, Esq., by the Committee of the Geelong Jubilee Juvenile and Industrial exhibition, 1887. Hand painted and written on card with committee members signatures, decorated with flowers and with scenes of Melbourne Exhibition building, sailing ship and bordered by a design in blue/grey.Markings - H Frank and Co, Geelong.person, individual, james henry curnow

Stawell Victoria March 1890 Thomas Kinsella Dear Sir, We the undersigned employees of the Magdala-cum Moonlight company have great pleasure on the eve of your departure for a tour through Europe in testifying to the respect and esteem we entertain towards you in recognition of your kind and considerate management. The very persistent efforts you have made in prospecting during the last twenty years have been the chief cause of the revival and present prosperous condition of the mining industry of Stawell, and we sincerely hope you will be richly rewarded by the future successful development of your mine. We heartily wish you Bon Voyage and shall welcome your return to your highly honorable position. We are, Dearly Sir, your obedient servants, G.W. Ware, George Wild, Thomas Morris, William Hammond Signed on behalf of one hundred employees. Stawell, Victoria 1890. Colour photo of item at the Kinsella's farm "Magdala" Lubeck July 2025 Large Illuminated address in Walnut and glass frameStawell Victoria March 1890 mining, magdala

This lithographic illuminated address issued to E J Swift for his services to the lodge by the United Ancient Order of Druids (UAOD) Grand Lodge of Australia. E. J. Swift served as the Grand Secretary during a significant era when the UAOD (Melbourne) was one of Victoria's most influential friendly societies. Swift was a key figure in the development and opening of Druids House at 407–409 Swanston Street, Melbourne. He was present when the building was officially opened on 4 April 1927 by the Lord Mayor of Melbourne.The UAOD was founded in Melbourne in 1851 as an offshoot from it's English Order. The UAOD functioned as a friendly society, providing medical, funeral, and sickness benefits to its members. The illuminated address is produced by the prominent Melbourne firm Troedel & Co. (leading lithographer).An illuminated address from the United Ancient Order of Druids Grand Lodge of Australia presented to E. J. Swift. "This is to certify that brother E J Swift has faithfully discharged the office of District President in No. 10 district and is therefore entitled to rank District Past President". Signed by two members of the Grand Lodge (Chambers President and Grand sec.) Printed on card with a hand painted image 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. Dated 5th March 1909person, individual, e j swift

David Gordon Collection. A colour photocopy, framed under glass of an Illuminated address to a D.J. Duggan Esq.from the Public of Tarnagulla, presented on March 14th, 1894.

Corporal Phillip Edward Cook, 4470, 46th Battalion AIF Over 300 men from the Shire of Whittlesea enlisted during WWI. One of these was Corporal Cook, son of the Rev. Richard and Elizabeth Cook, and husband of Jessie May Cook of Whittlesea. On 27 July 1915, at the age of 33, Phillip Cook enlisted in the AIF. He was killed in action at Bullecourt on 11 April 1917. Corporal Cook had no grave, but is remembered with honour at the Villers-Bretenneux Memorial, Somme, France.Illuminated address, framed - Record of Admiration and appreciation to Corporal PE Cook killed in action in 1917, during WWI. Produced by Shire of WhittleseaInscription: He Answered His Country's Call - The President, Councillors, and Ratepayers of the Shire of Whittlesea - Hereby place on record their Admiration and Appreciation of and thanks for the gallant conduct of - Corp. P. E. Cook - who served his King and Country in the Great War, which commenced 4th August, 1914 - In Witness Whereof the Corporate Seal of the Municipality - is hereto attached in the presence of - Leslie W. Clarke President - James Ryan Secretary - Dated 6. 12. 1918

Carl Roeder was a highly respected figure in the Bendigo mining community, serving 27 years as a manager in the region. Roeder was part of a wave of experienced German miners who migrated to the Bendigo goldfields, and settled in the Bendigo area (then Sandhurst) in 1862 .The Victoria Consols Mining Company was one of the major players on the famous Garden Gully line of reef, one of the richest gold-producing areas in the world. Beyond mine management, Roeder served as Chair of the Board of the VC mining company. The Artist is F. de Kock (Frederic de Kock) and was a known artist and lithographer in Sandhurst during the 1880s and was often commissioned for these high-end, bespoke illuminated addresses.Illuminated address presented to Carl Roeder. Esq. "On his resignation as mining manager of the Victoria Consols Mining Company. Registered after faithful service for twenty seven years in the capacity". Signed by: Henry Nirch - Manager.. Yason - Director.. Mills - Director.. Burrows - Director.. Howard - Director.. Gibbs - Director. Drawing of a Mine with poppet heads. Address decorated with floral display. Markings/Inscriptions: F.de Kock. Artist. 19th October 1885. Sandhurst. 11910F.de Kock. Sandhurstperson, individual, certificate

Illuminated Address to Monsignor Moore on his Golden Jubilee as a priest in 1883. Signed by Ballarat church and civic leaders including Daniel Brophy, I.M. Tappin and Patrick Guerin.An example of a Ballarat artist/calligrapher W. Neale Lansley's Illumination and calligraphy.

The illuminated address given to Thomas Weekley on his retirement from the Great Extended Hustlers Gold Mine, was presented to the Bendigo Historical Society by a descendant of Thomas in 2014, during a commemoration of the Great Extended Hustlers mine accident of 1914, where seven men were killed. The mine disaster occurred on May 2, 1914, when a dynamite explosion killed seven miners waiting at a plat to ascend the mine. The exact cause of the explosion was unknown, and the subsequent inquiry found no one to blame. The accident is commemorated at the Hustlers Reef Gold Mining Reserve, Bendigo, on the former site of the mine. Illuminated address presented to Thomas Weekley mine manager of The Great Extended Hustlers Mine Bendigo 14th November 1895, on his departure from the mine to take up a position in Coolgardie. Brown timber frame with gold borders and decorated with colourful Victorian blue and brown decoration. Inside this is flowers and foliage include pink roses, lilies, irises. Address states: "Dear Sir, on the eve of your departure to Western Australian to take charge of the Menzies Proprietary Mine, Coolgardie, we the undersigned on behalf of the employees of the Great extended Hustlers Mine, Bendigo of which you have been manager for upwards of ten years, desire to express our deep regret at the parting with you and to express a hope that the change upon which you have decided may provide in every way beneficial. WE have great pleasure in bearing testimony to the efficiency displayed by you as manager and are assured that the safety of the men under your duties, whist the interest of the shareholders had at all times your earnest consideration. We trsut that in your new sphere you may be thoroughly successful and that you will find many friends as true as those who you leave behind . With the best wishes for the health and happens of yourself, Mrs Weekley and family. We are, dear friends (on behalf of fellow employees) yours faithfully, E Guest, T Redpath, R Cooper.mining, thomas weekley, great extended hustlers gold mine, bendigo, hustlers hill, mine manager