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Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Letter - Correspondence, Re-enactment of the arrival in the City of Knox of first white settler, 1988
... Re-enactment of the arrival in the City of Knox of first white settler...Invitation to the President of Nunawading Historical Society to a re-enactment of the arrival of the first white settler to Knox, Rev James Clow....An invitation from the Mayor and Councillors of the City of Knox in conjunction with Knox Historical Society to the President of Nunawading Historical Society to a re-enactment of the arrival of the first white settler to Knox, Rev James Clow....Re-enactment of the arrival in the City of Knox of first white settler Letter Correspondence ...An invitation from the Mayor and Councillors of the City of Knox in conjunction with Knox Historical SocietyAn invitation from the Mayor and Councillors of the City of Knox in conjunction with Knox Historical Society to the President of Nunawading Historical Society to a re-enactment of the arrival of the first white settler to Knox, Rev James Clow.An invitation from the Mayor and Councillors of the City of Knox in conjunction with Knox Historical Society city of knox, knox historical society, nunawading historical society, clow, james (rev) -
Ballarat Heritage ServicesPhotograph, Turriff West Pioneer Settler memorial, 2016, 2016
... Turriff West Pioneer Settler memorial, 2016...In commemoration of the Turriff West Pioneer Settlers who built a bush church on this site 1914-1915 'To satisfy a need for god'...Turriff West Pioneer Settler memorial, 2016 Photograph ...Colour photograph of a stone cairn with a metal cog wheel on top of it.In commemoration of the Turriff West Pioneer Settlers who built a bush church on this site 1914-1915 'To satisfy a need for god'cairn, memorial, turriff, turriff west, pioneer memorial, bush church, turriff west bush church -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, David Boyle was first settler in Mitcham, n.d
... David Boyle was first settler in Mitcham...Article in the Eastern Times quoting Robert Boyle whose grandfather was believed to be the first settler in the Mitcham district c1830. The grandfather was David Boyle....David Boyle was first settler in Mitcham Article Article ...Article in the Eastern Times quoting Robert Boyle whose grandfather was believed to be the first settler in the Mitcham district c1830.Article in the Eastern Times quoting Robert Boyle whose grandfather was believed to be the first settler in the Mitcham district c1830. The grandfather was David Boyle.Article in the Eastern Times quoting Robert Boyle whose grandfather was believed to be the first settler in the Mitcham district c1830. boyle, robert, boyle, david, pioneers -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Vermont settler
... Vermont settler...Story of Vermont settler Anne Webb, who lived for many years in McClares Road from 1918-19. ...Transcription of oral history tape NP3171 Vermont settler Document Document ...Story of Vermont settler Anne Webb, who lived for many years in McClares Road from 1918-19.Story of Vermont settler Anne Webb, who lived for many years in McClares Road from 1918-19. Transcription of oral history tape NP3171Story of Vermont settler Anne Webb, who lived for many years in McClares Road from 1918-19. webb, anne, mcclares road, vermont, :local history -
Otway Districts Historical SocietyBook, Neptune Press Pty Ltd, Settler by succession, 1979
... Settler by succession....Settler by succession; James Austin, 1810-1896. ...It places 'Barwon Park' in it's historical setting. settlers; j. marjorie butler; james austin; pastoral; history; barwon park; wills; Settler by succession; James Austin, 1810-1896. ...The Austin family are early pastoral pioneers giving their time, energy and ability, contibuting to the growth of the state. It places 'Barwon Park' in it's historical setting.Settler by succession; James Austin, 1810-1896. J. Marjorie Butler. 1st ed. Belmont (Vic); Neptune Press; 1979. iv, 140 p.; illus, maps, bibliog. Soft cover. ISBN 0 9091313 2 settlers; j. marjorie butler; james austin; pastoral; history; barwon park; wills; -
Stawell Historical Society IncPhotograph, Mr John Sweetman -- Deep Lead early settler and storekeeper 1870-1880-- Studio portrait
... Mr John Sweetman -- Deep Lead early settler and storekeeper 1870-1880-- Studio portrait...Deep Lead – Portrait John Sweetman early settler and storekeeper 1870-80...Deep Lead – Portrait John Sweetman early settler and storekeeper 1870-80 Stawell Mr John Sweetman -- Deep Lead early settler and storekeeper 1870-1880-- Studio portrait Photograph ...Deep Lead – Portrait John Sweetman early settler and storekeeper 1870-80stawell -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Book, Warrnambool & District Historical Society Inc, From tents & tin huts to timber houses & tiger snakes: Soldier Settler stories from Hawkesdale, Macarthur & Penshurst, April 2021
... From tents & tin huts to timber houses & tiger snakes: Soldier Settler stories from Hawkesdale, Macarthur & Penshurst...This book records the stories of the soldier settler families in the Hawkesdale, Macarthur and Penshurst area after WWII, covering the estates of Kangertong, Glengleeson, Eerilya, Alanvale, Deerhurst, Moyne Falls, East Elwood, Gerrigerrup, Young's, Stonefield, Morpor and Weerangourt, with a section on the early recording of first Australians by von Guerard and Dowling....From tents & tin huts to timber houses & tiger snakes: Soldier Settler stories from Hawkesdale, Macarthur & Penshurst Book Warrnambool & District Historical Society Inc ...Soldier settler family stories from the Hawkesdale, Macarthur and Penshurst areas.A4 soft bound book with photograph of timber house in country location with post and wire fence and three children walking towards the house; a girl in light-coloured dress carrying a school case is in the middle with a boy in crossover top shorts with school bag over their right shoulders on either side of her. Text is black.non-fictionSoldier settler family stories from the Hawkesdale, Macarthur and Penshurst areas.military history, soldier settlement wwii, hawkesdale, macarthur, penshurst, eugene von guerard, robert dowling, first australians -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Book - ERROL BOVAIRD COLLECTION: NEW SETTLERS' HANDBOOK TO VICTORIA
... Book titled 'New Settlers' Handbook to Victoria. Book contains information of the State of Victoria, Welcoming the New Australian, The Farm Learner, Settling on the Land, The Settler's Home, The 'N.S.L.' ...New Settlers League of Australia3...John Bovaird Collection - New Settlers' Handbook to Victoria The Herald & Weekly Times Ltd The Honorable John Allan MLA New Settlers League of Australia (Victorian Division) Archibald Gilchrist New Settlers League of Australia3 Book titled 'New Settlers' Handbook to Victoria. ...Book titled 'New Settlers' Handbook to Victoria. Book contains information of the State of Victoria, Welcoming the New Australian, The Farm Learner, Settling on the Land, The Settler's Home, The 'N.S.L.' Districts and a Buyers' and Sellers' Directory.New Settlers League of Australia3john bovaird collection - new settlers' handbook to victoria, the herald & weekly times ltd, the honorable john allan mla, new settlers league of australia (victorian division), archibald gilchrist -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Tool - Wood Planes, handmade c1880, c1880
... Among the early settlers were blacksmiths who made tools for the other settlers who were establishing the homes, market gardens, farms, orchards and various businesses. ...Early Settler...Among the early settlers were blacksmiths who made tools for the other settlers who were establishing the homes, market gardens, farms, orchards and various businesses. ...Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire were self reliant and made and repaired their own equipment for kitchen,dairy, farm, horses, carts using various tools . Among the early settlers were blacksmiths who made tools for the other settlers who were establishing the homes, market gardens, farms, orchards and various businesses. These wood planes are typical of the type made and used by early settlers in Moorabbin Shire c18802 handmade wood planes with blades. b) has 3cm groove for molding wood planes, spanners, early settlers, market gardeners, builders, blacksmiths, tools, building equipment, hammers, moorabbin shire, bentleigh, mckinnon, highett, cheltenham, mcewan james pty ltd, melbourne, bunnings pty ltd -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Equipment - Dairy Equipment, cheese cutter
... This cheese cutter was made and used by an early settler family in Moorabbin Shire c 1900...Unrecorded early settler family ...This cheese cutter was made and used by an early settler family in Moorabbin Shire c 1900 Early settler families in Moorabbin Shire were self sufficient making their own tools , kitchen equipment, and clothing while they established market gardens, dairy farms , poultry farms, orchards and flower nurseries. ...This cheese cutter was made and used by an early settler family in Moorabbin Shire c 1900Early settler families in Moorabbin Shire were self sufficient making their own tools , kitchen equipment, and clothing while they established market gardens, dairy farms , poultry farms, orchards and flower nurseries. Each family had a 'house cow ' to provide dairy products of milk, cheese, cream and butter.A wooden frame with wire cross pattern for cutting cheesecheese cutter, equipment, box cottage, dairy -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Accessory - Personal Effects, lady's blue silk 'Dilly' bag, c1900
... This evening bag is an example of the skill and craftwork of the early settler women in the Shire of Moorabbin c1900 ...unrecorded early settler...This evening bag is an example of the skill and craftwork of the early settler women in the Shire of Moorabbin c1900 clothing handbags purses early settlers moorabbin cheltenham bentleigh dressmaking craftwork crochet-work pioneers market gardeners evening wear formal wear silk satin 'A' embroidered on bag A lady's blue silk 'dilly bag' with hand embroidered 'A' and with drawstring ties.c1900 The bag contains assorted ribbons c1960 Accessory Personal Effects, lady's blue silk 'Dilly' bag unrecorded early settler ...This evening bag is an example of the skill and craftwork of the early settler women in the Shire of Moorabbin c1900 A lady's blue silk 'dilly bag' with hand embroidered 'A' and with drawstring ties.c1900 The bag contains assorted ribbons c1960'A' embroidered on bagclothing, handbags, purses, early settlers, moorabbin, cheltenham, bentleigh, dressmaking, craftwork, crochet-work, pioneers, market gardeners, evening wear, formal wear, silk, satin -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Clothing - Clothing, baby's lace bonnet, c1900
... This baby’s bonnet is an example of the lace making and dressmaking skills of the early settler women in the Shire of Moorabbin ...early settler...This baby’s bonnet is an example of the lace making and dressmaking skills of the early settler women in the Shire of Moorabbin dressmaking lacework craftwork lace mooabbin Bentleigh Cheltenham early settlers pioneers market gardeners A hand made lace and net lined baby's bonnet Clothing Clothing, baby's lace bonnet early settler ...This baby’s bonnet is an example of the lace making and dressmaking skills of the early settler women in the Shire of Moorabbin A hand made lace and net lined baby's bonnetdressmaking, lacework, craftwork, lace, mooabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, early settlers, pioneers, market gardeners -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Domestic object - Kitchen Equipment, tin spills/tapers holder, c1880
... Spills and tapers were used by early settlers in Moorabbin Shire to light fires, candles and gas lamps. . ...Unrecorded Early settler...Spills and tapers were used by early settlers in Moorabbin Shire to light fires, candles and gas lamps. . kitchen equipment lights candles fireplaces early settlers pioneers moorabbin bentleigh cheltenham market gardeners No makers mark. ...Spills and tapers were used by early settlers in Moorabbin Shire to light fires, candles and gas lamps. . Late 19 century. A light-wieght black enamelled tin for holding spills and wax tapers. Spills and tapers were used to light fires and gas lamps. The tin is decorated with gold scrolls, and green and blue flowers. The paint work is damaged. No makers mark.kitchen equipment, lights, candles, fireplaces, early settlers, pioneers, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, market gardeners -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.
Book, HORTON, Thomas et al, Andersons of Western Port: the discovery and exploration of Western Port, Victoria, and the life of the first settler in Eastern Victoria, Samuel Anderson, and his two brothers, Hugh and Thomas. From 1797 to 1903, 1983
... Andersons of Western Port: the discovery and exploration of Western Port, Victoria, and the life of the first settler in Eastern Victoria, Samuel Anderson, and his two brothers, Hugh and Thomas. ...Andersons of Western Port: the discovery and exploration of Western Port, Victoria, and the life of the first settler in Eastern Victoria, Samuel Anderson, and his two brothers, Hugh and Thomas. ...Signed by Thomas Horton.anderson family, crime, settlement, explorers, port victoria, western port, wonthaggi, pioneers, victoria, biography, history -
Narre Warren and District Family History GroupBook, John F Edey, From Lone Pine to Murray pine : the story of a Mallee soldier settler, 1981
... From Lone Pine to Murray pine : the story of a Mallee soldier settler...From Lone Pine to Murray pine : the story of a Mallee soldier settler Book John F Edey Peter Yule The Sunnyland Press ...Autobiography of a First World War veteran ; includes account of trip made to Central Australia in 1927-28 and the author's encounters with and impressions of Aboriginal people.non-fictionAutobiography of a First World War veteran ; includes account of trip made to Central Australia in 1927-28 and the author's encounters with and impressions of Aboriginal people. john frederick edey, mallee (vic.), soldier settlement -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Book, StarPrinting Service Pty ltd, Soldiering On – Caramut and the Soldier Settler Movement, 2018
... Soldiering On – Caramut and the Soldier Settler Movement...Soldiering On – Caramut and the Soldier Settler Movement Book StarPrinting Service Pty ltd ...This book records the history of the post World War Two soldier settlement farms in the Caramut area. Number two in a series of books on Soldier Settlements in Western Victoria.This is a soft cover book of 315 pages. It has a buff-coloured cover with black and white photographs and white printing on the front cover and black printing on the spine. The book includes printed material, black and white photographs, maps and plans. non-fiction This book records the history of the post World War Two soldier settlement farms in the Caramut area. Number two in a series of books on Soldier Settlements in Western Victoria.james affleck, peterborough, soldier settlement, caramut, history of warrnambool, soldier settlement, caramut -
Lakes Entrance Historical Society
Book, Pearce, Flo Hales, Jeremy, Boisdale - From Squatter to Settler, 1980
... Boisdale - From Squatter to Settler...Boisdale - From Squatter to Settler Book Pearce, Flo Hales, Jeremy ...An account of the settling of Boisdale, Victoria, and the families who developed and supported the farms and community.settlers, gippsland, genealogy -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Article, Our First Settler Arrived 1850, 11/03/1964
... Our First Settler Arrived 1850...This area evolved into Box Hill and Nunawading which was proclaimed a city on 30 May 1945 The article describes the early history of Nunawading Nunawading District Roads Board City of Nunawading A4 photocopy of the history of the City of Nunawading Our First Settler Arrived 1850 Article Gazette ...A4 photocopy of the history of the City of Nunawadingnon-fictionA4 photocopy of the history of the City of Nunawadingnunawading district roads board, city of nunawading -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Unique memorial - cottage of early settler, 1965
... Unique memorial - cottage of early settler...Unique memorial - cottage of early settler Article Article ...Article on the official opening of Schwerkolt Cottage.Article on the official opening of Schwerkolt Cottage.Article on the official opening of Schwerkolt Cottage.delacombe, rohan, sir, schwerkolt cottage -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Article, Our first settler arrived in 1850, 1964
... Our first settler arrived in 1850...A precis of the official history which Mrs Denice Moorhouse, official historian for the City of Nunawading, has compiled. Our first settler arrived in 1850 Article Article ...A precis of the official history which Mrs Denice Moorhouse, official historian for the City of Nunawading, has compiled.A precis of the official history which Mrs Denice Moorhouse, official historian for the City of Nunawading, has compiled.A precis of the official history which Mrs Denice Moorhouse, official historian for the City of Nunawading, has compiled.local history, moorhouse, denice, city of nunawading -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Photograph, small circular frame c1900, c1900
... A photograph of 2 women c 1900 members of the Curtis family who were early settlers in Moorabbin Shire...Unrecorded early settler...A photograph of 2 women c 1900 members of the Curtis family who were early settlers in Moorabbin Shire The family of May Curtis were early settlers in Moorabbin Shire moorabbin cheltenham bentleigh early settlers photographs curtis may nil A black and white photograph of 2 unnamed women in a small circular frame with a wire support stand c 1900 Photograph, small circular frame c1900 Unrecorded early settler ...A photograph of 2 women c 1900 members of the Curtis family who were early settlers in Moorabbin ShireThe family of May Curtis were early settlers in Moorabbin ShireA black and white photograph of 2 unnamed women in a small circular frame with a wire support stand c 1900nilmoorabbin, cheltenham, bentleigh, early settlers, photographs, curtis may -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Clothing - Clothing, lady’s camisole, early 20thC
... This lady’s cotton camisole is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C ...unrecorded early settler...This lady’s cotton camisole is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families clothing brighton moorabbin pioneers dressmaking market gardeners early settlers craftwork A lady’s white cotton camisole with machine embroidery Clothing Clothing, lady’s camisole unrecorded early settler ...This lady’s cotton camisole is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families A lady’s white cotton camisole with machine embroidery clothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Clothing - Clothing, girl’s pinafore, c1900
... This girl's white pinafore with inset lace is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the pioneer settlers families in Moorabbin Shire c1900 ...Unrecorded early settler...This girl's white pinafore with inset lace is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the pioneer settlers families in Moorabbin Shire c1900 Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families clothing brighton moorabbin pioneers dressmaking market gardeners early settlers craftwork A girl’s white, cotton pinafore with inset lace Clothing Clothing, girl’s pinafore Unrecorded early settler ...This girl's white pinafore with inset lace is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the pioneer settlers families in Moorabbin Shire c1900 Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families A girl’s white, cotton pinafore with inset lace clothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Personal Effects, man's leather purse, c1900
... Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and equipment as they established their farms and market gardens...Early settler...Personal Effects, man's leather purse Early settler ...Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and equipment as they established their farms and market gardensA man's hard leather 'coin purse' with 1 compartment and a leather strap with eyelet to fit over a metal stud.leatherwork, purses, early settlers, pioneers, moorabbin, bentleigh brighton, cheltenham, craftwork, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Clothing - Clothing, lady's white fine cotton nightdress, c1900
... This lady’s cotton nightdress is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C ...Unrecorded early settler...Clothing Clothing, lady's white fine cotton nightdress Unrecorded early settler ...This lady’s cotton nightdress is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families A lady's white fine cotton long nightdress with fine lace around neckline and short sleeve cuffs. There are pin-tuck gathers on each side at waistline.cotton, lawn, lace, dressmaking, craftwork, earlysettlers, pioneers, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, clothing -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Clothing - Clothing, lady's chemise, c1900
... The early settlers were self reliant and made their own clothes. ...Early Settler...The early settlers were self reliant and made their own clothes. ...The early settlers were self reliant and made their own clothes. This detachable collar shows the dressmaking and craftwork skills of the women A lady's silk chemise with short sleeves and an open V-line neck. The hem, neckline and cuffs are scalloped and over-sewn by hand .clothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Clothing - Calico infant's bootee, c1900
... This calico baby’s bootee is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C ...Early Settler...This calico baby’s bootee is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families clothing brighton moorabbin pioneers dressmaking market gardeners early settlers craftwork calico cotton linen A calico infants bootee with laces Clothing Calico infant's bootee Early Settler ...This calico baby’s bootee is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families A calico infants bootee with lacesclothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork, calico, cotton, linen -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Craft Equipment, knitting needles, c1880
... Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and tools. ...Unrecorded early settler...Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and tools. ...Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and tools. Knitting was a necessary task for the women of the families of these pioneers.Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the these families A pair of long wooden knitting needlesearly settlers, craftwork, knitting, pioneers, moorabbin, bentleigh, ormond, cheltenham, market gardeners -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Clothing, baby's crocheted bib, c1900
... This baby’s hand crocheted silk bib is an example of the dressmaking and craftwork skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C ...Early settler...This baby’s hand crocheted silk bib is an example of the dressmaking and craftwork skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families clothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, craftwork, crochetwork, market gardeners, early settlers, A hand crocheted cream silk baby's bib Clothing, baby's crocheted bib Early settler ...This baby’s hand crocheted silk bib is an example of the dressmaking and craftwork skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families A hand crocheted cream silk baby's bibclothing, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, craftwork, crochetwork, market gardeners, early settlers, -
City of Moorabbin Historical Society (Operating the Box Cottage Museum)Personal Effects, man's leather purse, c1900
... Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and equipment as they established their farms and market gardens. ...Early settler...Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and equipment as they established their farms and market gardens. ...Early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothes and equipment as they established their farms and market gardens. This leather purse is an example of the Craftwork.A man's soft leather 'coin purse' with 4 compartments and metal press studleatherwork, craftwork, pioneers, early settlers, moorabbin, bentleigh, cheltenham, menswear
