John Thomas (Tom) Partington with his wife Ruth Ellen (Nellie) nee Medbury and a child identified as Sylvia Ashley.Copy of black and white photograph. tom partington, nellie partington, sylvia ashley

Lilian Colston, nee Partington (born 1921). Daughter of Ben Partington and Nellie Willoughby.A member of the Partington family.Digital copy of colour photograph.lilian colston

Sisters Madge (1919-1980) and Lily (b1921-2011) Partington, daughters of Ben Partington and Nellie Willoughby.Digital copy of black and white studio photograph.madge partington, lilian colston, lilian partington

Faye Fort recounts the life of her aunt Lilian Colston (nee Partington) 1921-2011, a member of the Greensborough pioneer family. Lillian was the daughter of Ben Partington and Nellie Willoughby.Pioneer Greensborough familyFamily history story, 2 pages text and photoIncludes handwritten manuscript by Faye Fort.lillian colston, lillian partington, partington family

Came into donor's possession some time ago. When the band was due to sale for the UK , the treasurer absconded with all the monies and the tour was cancelled. Hence the unused letter. Subsequently, William Partington conducted bands Australia- wide. He played the euphonium excellently. Donor is the niece of William Partington Letter from Dame Nellie Melba whilst in Sydney to Sir Daniel Godfrey, Bandmaster in England. This was to introduce the donor's uncle , William Partington, who was conductor of the Australian Imperial Band. Letter handwritten in black ink on cream peper. Address and telephone numbers printed at the top of the letter. Accompanying envelope has address handwritten on the front "Sir Daniel Godfrey Bournemouth" Address of sender is printed on the reverse and date handwritten in pencil "1924" australian imperial band, dame nellie melba, sir daniel godfrey, william partington