In 1909 students of Rutherglen State School sent an Australian flag to pupils of Rutherglen Scotland Schools, and a year later a Union Jack flag was sent to the Australian Rutherglen School. This document was received with the flag.Typed document relating to a connection made with a Scottish school in Rutherglen Scotland and Rutherglen Victoria.schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection

Donated by Mrs Jeanette Jasper, a member of the Rutherglen Historical Society, who has visited Rutherglen in ScotlandSmall postcard size, sepia, unframed photograph, stapled to a piece of white paper. Subject is a school in Rutherglen Scotland with pupils assembled around a flagpole which is flying the Union JackOn piece of paper: "The Union Jack flying from the flagpole at Spittal Public School, Rutherglen, Scotland. The school is assembled around the flagpole. 1911"rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, spittal public school, union jack, school buildings

In 1910, this flag was sent to Rutherglen State School No. 522 from a group of schools in Rutherglen Scotland, in exchange for an Australian flag sent to schools in Rutherglen Scotland. This exchange was part of the Empire Day Movement to celebrate Empire Day in 1911. This was one of nearly 300 flags that were exchanged between Australian and United Kingdom schools. The pupils of the woodworking classes of Rutherglen State School made a box to house the flag.Union Jack flag sent from schools in Rutherglen Scotland.schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, rutherglen state school

In 1909 students of Rutherglen State School sent an Australian flag to pupils of Rutherglen Scotland Schools, and a year later a Union Jack flag was sent to the Australian Rutherglen School. This established a relationship between the two regions, which has continued with letters, visits, and exchanges of gifts.Copy of an air-letter sent from Hugh Aitken, at the Gallowflat Junior School, Rutherglen Scotland, to Barry Warren, at the Rutherglen Higher Elementary School, Rutherglen Victoria.schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, gallowflat junior school, rutherglen higher elementary school, barry warren, hugh aitken

Believed presented to a relative of the donor on a visit to Rutherglen Scotland in 1974.Small folded card with a black and white photograph of the Rutherglen Scotland Town Hall on the front and a printed Christmas Greeting on a folded paper sheet inside the card. Message is headed "Christmas 1962" with the coat of arms of the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen in the center, and is from the "Provost & Mrs. J.F. MacKay".rutherglen scotland, royal burgh of rutherglen

In 1909 students of Rutherglen State School sent an Australian flag to pupils of Rutherglen Scotland Schools, and a year later a Union Jack flag was sent to the Australian Rutherglen School. This established a relationship between the two regions, which has continued with letters, visits, and exchanges of gifts.Copy of a letter sent from Hugh Aitken, Headmaster at the Gallowflat Junior School, Rutherglen Scotland, to Mrs Dorothy Maddocks and to Barry Warren, at the Rutherglen Higher Elementary School, Rutherglen Victoria.schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, gallowflat junior school, rutherglen higher elementary school

Coat of arms of the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen in Scotland - the home of John Wallace, who gave its name to Rutherglen in Victoria. Rutherglen, Scotland made a Royal Burgh by King Robert the Bruce of Scotland in 1323. In 1975 Rutherglen became part of the City of Glasgow.Postcard showing picture of coat of arms of the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen, Scotland with written explanation. Part of a set of information on Rutherglen, ScotlandOn address side of postcard: "© Glasgow Museums and Art Galleries"rutherglen scotland, royal burgh, glasgow, john wallace

After an exchange of flags between school children around1910, a relationship between Rutherglen Victoria and Rutherglen Scotland was maintained.Newspaper cutting, possibly from the Rutherglen Sun 1971, relating to a connection between Rutherglen Scotland and Rutherglen Victoria. Also photocopy of the same article.At top of clipping: "(1971)"rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, rutherglen victoria

Picture of a stone statue of St Eloi or Eligius. The statue was found in 1794 while demolishing Rutherglen (Scotland) Church.Colour postcard of St Eloi, patron Saint of hammer-men. Part of a set of information on Rutherglen, Scotlandrutherglen scotland, st eloi, eligius

In 1910, a Union Jack flag was sent to Rutherglen State School No. 522 from a group of schools in Rutherglen Scotland, in exchange for an Australian flag previously sent to schools in Rutherglen Scotland. This exchange was part of the Empire Day Movement to celebrate Empire Day in 1911. It was one of nearly 300 flags that were exchanged between Australian and United Kingdom schools. The pupils of the woodworking classes of Rutherglen State School made this box to house the flag.Wooden box with brass plaque on lid.On brass plaque: "Presented to the School Children of Rutherglen, Victoria, Australia by their School Mates in Rutherglen Scotland. June 1910"schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, rutherglen state school

Eastfield School is one of the schools in Rutherglen Scotland that, for some years, maintained a relationship with Rutherglen State School No. 522 in Rutherglen Victoria. We have been told by a visitor from Rutherglen Scotland that this building has been demolished.Black and white photograph, mounted on cardboard, showing a two storey school buildingAt bottom of mount: "Eastfield School" Stamped on back: "L. Morrison"schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, eastfield school

In 1909 students of Rutherglen State School sent an Australian flag to pupils of Rutherglen Scotland Schools, and a year later a Union Jack flag was sent to the Australian Rutherglen School. This is a photograph of the Australian flag flying at a school in Rutherglen Scotland.Black and white photograph, mounted on cardboard, showing a two storey school building with a large number of pupils posing in front of it around a flagpole. The flagpole is flying an Australian flag.At bottom of mount: "Hoisting The Flag 26th April 1911"schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection

Brian & Jeanette Jasper, members of Rutherglen Historical Society, visited Rutherglen in Scotland in 1987 & took these photographs for the SocietySmall glossy photograph taken by Brian & Jeanette Jasper when they visited Rutherglen Scotland in 1987 - unframed.On back of photo: "Alistair Gordon (Curator of Museum) outside the Museum"rutherglen scotland, alistair gordon, rutherglen

Brian & Jeanette Jasper, members of Rutherglen Historical Society, visited Rutherglen in Scotland in 1987 & took these photographs for the SocietySmall glossy print taken by Brian & Jeanette Jasper, when they visited Rutherglen Scotland in 1987 - unframed.On back of photo: "Mayoral chain & key to city"rutherglen scotland

Brian & Jeanette Jasper, members of Rutherglen Historical Society, visited Rutherglen in Scotland in 1987 & took these photographs for the SocietySmall glossy print taken by Brian & Jeanette Jasper, when they visited Rutherglen Scotland in 1987 - unframed.On back of photo: "Rutherglen Post-Office sign"rutherglen scotland, post office

Brian & Jeanette Jasper, members of Rutherglen Historical Society, visited Rutherglen in Scotland in 1987 & took these photographs for the SocietySmall glossy print taken by Brian & Jeanette Jasper, when they visited Rutherglen Scotland in 1987 - unframed.On back of photo: "Rutherglen Main Street"rutherglen scotland, main street rutherglen

Brian & Jeanette Jasper, members of Rutherglen Historical Society, visited Rutherglen in Scotland in 1987 & took these photographs for the SocietySmall glossy print taken by Brian & Jeanette Jasper, when they visited Rutherglen Scotland in 1987 - unframed.On back of photo: "Rutherglen Main Street"rutherglen scotland, main street rutherglen

Brian & Jeanette Jasper, members of Rutherglen Historical Society, visited Rutherglen in Scotland in 1987 & took these photographs for the SocietySmall glossy print taken by Brian & Jeanette Jasper, when they visited Rutherglen Scotland in 1987 - unframed.On back of photo: "King Street, Rutherglen"rutherglen scotland, king street rutherglen

Brian & Jeanette Jasper, members of Rutherglen Historical Society, visited Rutherglen in Scotland in 1987 & took these photographs for the SocietySmall glossy print taken by Brian & Jeanette Jasper, when they visited Rutherglen Scotland in 1987 - unframed.On back of photo: "Overtown Gardens, Rutherglen (Jeanette in foreground)"rutherglen scotland, overtown gardens

Official handbook of Rutherglen Scotland, 1973-74 edition. Presented to a relative of the donor while visiting there in 1974.60 page booklet with colour photograph on cover, Pages inside include numerous black and white photographs of Rutherglen Scotland and introduction to the town. Also included are numerous advertisements for local businesses.Written on inside of front cover: "With the Compliments of Provost. H.V. Moffat. 18/7/74" rutherglen scotland, royal burgh of rutherglen

In 1909 students of Rutherglen State School sent an Australian flag to pupils of Rutherglen Scotland Schools, and a year later a Union Jack flag was sent to the Australian Rutherglen School and was used as a veil over the plaque to commorate 100 years since the laying of foundation stone.Newspaper cuttings relating to a connection made with schools in Rutherglen Scotland. Article includes a photograph of the Rutherglen Common School in a derelict condition, before it became our Museum, and comments on the collection. schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, rutherglen common school

In 1909 students of Rutherglen State School sent an Australian flag to pupils of Rutherglen Scotland Schools, and a year later a Union Jack flag was sent to the Australian Rutherglen School and was used as a veil over the plaque to commorate 100 years since the laying of foundation stone.Newspaper article about the links between the schools of Rutherglen Victoria and Rutherglen Scotland. Photograph shows Rutherglen school students displaying the Union Jack flag. Also two photocopies of the article.schools, rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, rutherglen state school

Official handbook of Rutherglen Scotland, 1970 edition. Presented to a relative of the donor when John F. MacKay, a member of the Town Council of the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen in Scotland, was visiting his son in Australia.48 page booklet with colour illustration on cover, featuring the coat of arms of the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen, Pages inside include numerous black and white photographs of Rutherglen Scotland and introduction to the town. Also included are numerous advertisements for local businesses.rutherglen scotland, royal burgh of rutherglen, john mackay

Part of a set of information on Rutherglen, ScotlandPhotograph of Charter of Royal Burgh of Rutherglen, Glasgow, Scotland, granted by Robert the Bruce 1323. Written in Latin with translation on reverse.Under the picture of Charter "Royal Burgh of Rutherglen / Charter / Granted to the Burgh by King Robert the Bruce, Dated at Berwick-on-Tweed, 20th April, 1323" On back - signature "Gordon, Alistair R"rutherglen scotland, royal burgh of rutherglen, charter

Postcard sized photograph of Main Street, Rutherglen ScotlandOn back of photo: "SDS 154 Town Hall & Main Street, Rutherglen (from the East). Colour by John C. Miller"rutherglen scotland, main street rutherglen scotland

Believed presented to a relative of the donor on a visit to Rutherglen ScotlandColour image of the Arms of the Royal Burgh of Scotland, printed on card. rutherglen scotland, royal burgh of rutherglen

The newspaper article referred to in the letter is from the Border Morning Mail of Friday, September 25th, 1953, and is titled "Union Jack Links Two Rutherglens". A copy of this clipping is held in this collection at Registration Number 1905.005 Handwritten letter on lined paper, written to an unknown person in Rutherglen Scotland on 18/11/1990, referring to a newspaper clipping that appeared in the Border Mail.Letter signed "Mrs L Gardiner"rutherglen scotland, rutherglen connection, flag, union jack

This pamphlet describes the book, with a mail order section.Pamphlet, foolscap, folded in three, printed both sides, advertising a book "The History of Rutherglen and East Kilbride" by David Ure, A.M. 1793, with drawing of Seal of Rutherglen on front. Part of a set of information on Rutherglen, Scotland.glasgow, rutherglen scotland

John Wallace, owner of original Star Hotel, Rutherglen, and well-known local identity. Because of his having originated in Rutherglen, Scotland, Rutherglen was named because of that association.Reproduction of photo of John Wallacejohn wallace, star hotel, rutherglen scotland

Letter accompanies the Official handbook of Rutherglen Scotland, 1970 edition, which would have been presented to a relative of the donor when John F. MacKay, a member of the Town Council of the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen in Scotland, was visiting his son in Australia.Letter of introduction, written on letterhead paper of the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen, with their coat of arms embossed on the top left corner.Letter is to introduce John F. MacKay, on the occasion of his visit to Australia, is dated 9th June, 1971, and is signed by James Hutchinson, Provost, and R.M. OSullivan, Town Clerk.rutherglen scotland, royal burgh of rutherglen, john mackay