This article provides a biographical overview of William Northcott, an accomplished English-born cornetist. Born in Devonshire, England, in 1811.He began studying music at age nine under the renowned cornetist Norton. He demonstrated rapid progress, leading to early opportunities in military bands. He joined the British Navy as a young teenager, initially aiming to serve on the St.Jean d'Acre during the Crimean War. He played the cornet aboard the Princess Royal and later the St. Jean d'Acre, becoming popular among officers and crew. William participated in significant events such as the Crimean War and the fall of Sebastopol before returning to England in 1856. He Continued naval service on the "Conqueror" (Mediterranean cruise, 1856–1859) and then the "Nile," where he served as leading cornet player and soloist. Accompanied the Prince of Wales on a tour of Canada, earning high praise for his performances.International Musical Caree. rAfter ten years in the British Navy, traveled to Australia to join his family and founded the Northcott Sandhurst Brass Band, introducing popular "sacred concerts." Moved to New Zealand, briefly led a band in Christchurch, and attempted gold mining before returning to music with a successful concert tour. On route to America, organized a concert in Honolulu and was hired by the local government to form and lead a band, which he developed into a respected ensemble. William arrived in San Francisco in 1871, performed as a soloist in a major benefit concert for Chicago fire victims, and gained popularity on the West Coast. Later he moved to New York City, performing with prominent groups and artists, including Henry Tissington and Mme. Parepa Rosa, and joined Carneross' Minstrels. Early Engagements (1873–1875):Solo cornetist at Congress Hall, Cape May, under Simon Hassler (summers of 1873, 1874, 1875). Performed with the San Francisco Minstrels (fall/winter 1873–74) and at the Chestnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia (fall/winter 1874). Centennial Exhibition (1876):Specially engaged to perform for several exhibitors, attracting large crowds (20,000–30,000 people daily).Played for major companies (Hook & Hastings Organ Co., Knabe Piano Co., Stieff Piano, etc.) and with the Centennial Band. Demonstrated remarkable endurance by performing multiple daily sets throughout the event.Subsequent Engagements (1877–1879): Soloist for the Permanent Exhibition (1877–79). Performed with renowned violinist Ole Bull in 1879 and impressed critics with technical feats, such as playing "America" in four octaves on the cornet.Concert Company Leadership (1891–1893): Managed and performed with his own Concert Company, recognized as one of the finest musical organizations in the country. The company featured top vocalists and instrumentalists, giving over fifty concerts in Philadelphia alone. Introduced an original comic opera, "Henrietta; or, the Power of Music," to diversify the repertoire. Northcott's career is marked by international travel, military service, musical leadership, and a reputation for both performance excellence and band organization. Williams and his brother James Northcott served in the military together. James settled in Bendigo and worked for George Lansell as his general manager for 26 years. James lived in Lily St Golden Square; he continued with the Northcott Band until his death in 1904Fortuna Articles - The J.W. Pepper's Philadelphia Musical Times Band Journal - Sketch of William Northcott April 1884 This item contains two copies of the following documents from Wendy Ellis, a descendant of the Northcotts. James (George Lansell's General Manager) Northcott's name was famous for his involvement with his band. William was his brother who joind him in Bendigo for four years. 11217.68a Black and white etching of William Northcott, Cornet Virtuosu, from the article (sketch) on him - the Musical Times Journal. 11217.68b, c, and d Part of the article on William Northcott 11217.68e This document is a personal letter focused on family history and genealogical research. The writer's great-grandfather was Richard Williams.The writer's grandfather, Albert James, married Annie Edith Northcott, who was George Lansell's niece. Annie's father was not William Northcott, but his brother. The writer enclosed photocopies related to the family history, as promised. An additional photocopy from a magazine was included, with the original held by the writer's sister. The writer asks for the names, address, or phone number of the Lansell sisters to obtain a copy of the family tree. The book "Bendigo and Vicinity" is mentioned as a resource, with copies available at the State Library in Melbourne.non-fictionbendigo, fortuna, george lansell, william northcott, james northcott band, wnedy ellis

Indenture document, hand written in ink and ruled in red ink, between James Northcott, farmer and William Anderson ' of the same place' for 380 acres at Bullock Creek. Document is in poor condition and folded in four sections. Document dated 1870.rural industry, farm property, indenture northcott and anderson

Robert Borradale attended the Ballarat Junior Technical School predecessor institution of Federation University Australia.Beige coloured foolscap form of registration for the Ballarat Junior Technical Schoolballarat junior technical school, robert borradale, george booth, registration form, albert steane, william northcott

The article references several of Bendigo's famous names including: Anne Caudle, founder of the Anne Caudle Centre (previously the Benevolent Asylum) which was established in March 1860. Sir John Quick, politician known as the Father of the Federation. James Northcott, musician who received a silver cornet. William and Richard Francis, who founded the Beehive Store. Peter Hoey Finn, who carved the bowl of the Alexandra fountain. Elizabeth Watson, the only woman to have died in a mining accident in 1863.A3 colour photocopies of newspaper articles from the Bendigo Miner, Thursday January 17, 2008. Date of photocopy unknown. Location of original paper unknown. The article was spread across two pages and has been cut from the larger paper. The article is torn, discoloured and folded. "Streets of Silence" is an article where "Rosanna Bonaccurso takes a walk through the final resting place of some of the region's most famous citizens at Bendigo Cemetery." newspaper, bendigo cemetery, anne caudle, sir john quick, james northcott, william francis, richard francis, peter hoey finn, elizabeth watson, bendigo, the bendigo miner

Mr. Northcott served all through the Crimean war, and obtained three service medals. He was most fortunate, as he did not even receive a scratch. While fighting in the trenches one day he happened to glance round, and was surprised to discover that his brother was by his side. They had not seen each other for a long time, and the meeting under such circumstances can be imagined. Two of his brothers, John and William, served throughout the war. At its close he came to Victoria, the gold fever being then at its height. His stay in Bendigo was brief, as the New Zealand rush attracted his attention, but he returned in 1858 to Bendigo, and as the outlook was quiet, he went back to New Zealand in 1859. Finally, in 1860, he settled in the Bendigo district with his father and mother and brother William. They took up some land at Leichardt and remained there for some years. It was about this time that he became prominent in musical circles. He came of a musical family, as his oldest brother, John, was one of the musicians to the Royal Family, and was pensioned by the late Queen Victoria. His younger brother, William, is at the present time one of the leading cornet players in the United States. In 1867 the late Mr. Northcott married Miss Lansell, sister of Mr. Geo. Lansell, her demise having taken place about three months before. When he left Leichardt, Mr. Northcott became Mr. Lansell's general manager, and continued in that capacity for 26 years. While he was manager of the 180 Mine it is estimated that gold to the value of a million sterling was taken from the mine. It is, perhaps, in his capacity as a bandsman, that Mr. Northcott was best known, as he became a familiar figure not only in the chief centres of Victoria but throughout Australia. He first became leader of the old Volunteer Band, and he was subsequently leader of the Battalion Band at Castlemaine. It was when he became leader of the musical combination known as Northcott's Brass Band that his fame and the fame of the band became widespread, as some 25 years ago it was one of the finest bands in Australia, and held that distinction for many years. Although many changes in the personnel of the band have taken place, it still retainsits old name. Mr. Northcott was a cornet player of high ability, and in 1871 he was presented by the citizens of Bendigo with a handsome silver cornet, in recognition of his services as a musician. His home contains a great array of trophies, photographic groups of bandsmen etc., which serve to indicate in a sense the reputation he enjoyed as a bandsman. During his career in Bendigo he invested in mining a good deal, but was not very fortunate in this respect, as he lost a good deal of money on the New Chum line. Naturally he was well known and warmly respected, especially by bandsmen. He was a genial citizen, and made a large circle of sincere friends. He was a member of the Zenith Lodge of Masons, having passed through the chairs twice. He was also a member of the A.O.F., and formerly a member of the School of Mines Administrative Council. It was about this time that he became prominent in musical circles. He came of a musical family, as his oldest brother, John, was one of the musicians to the Royal Family, and was pensioned by the late Queen Victoria. His younger brother, William, was one of the leading cornet players in the United States.Black and white photograph of Northcott's City Band, Bendigo. 3 rows of men in Band Uniform. Drum centre, brass instruments.men laying in grass at front.organisation, band, northcott's city band

Handwritten, detailed account of Hospital Sunday at Sandhurst. It mentions the crowds coming into town, the procession, and the day’s entertainment at the Reserve. Also mentions the donations raised for charity. Also a number of small pages titled Facts & Scraps. Mentions a number of daily happenings and the bells at St. Paul's Church.event, entertainment, sandhurst, the australian sketcher 1873, rev mr croxton, the bendigo advertiser, hallas' band, northcott's regimantal band, captain moorhead, captain boyd, lieutenant sibley, lieutenant henderson, mr morrison, bendigo rifles, major taylor, captain joseph, lieutenant blackham, bendigo hotel, bank of victoria, prince alfred, mr abbott, st paul's church bells, hustlers mine, prince bismarck, james park, bell, william hartlett, mr williamson, mr purcell, connell watson & hogarth, mr j b watson, the engineers engine-drivers and blacksmiths association, melbourne botanical gardens, mr hodgkinson, baron von muellerus, patrick hugo mchugh, golden fleece mine, orpheus c kerr, jones, the victorian racing club, mr walker, spencer, robert chambers's index to heirs-at-law legatees missing friends and persons advertised for during 150 years past, mr higinbotham, mr d r morrison, mr mccosh, mr hicks, carlisle company, james hamilton, samuel rochford, royal hustlers claim, william mycroft, rifle brigade hotel, mr randall, the right rev dr gould, r m s s china, james kennedy

Handwritten notes and typed copy of same, on an overwinding fatality at Lansell's Big 180 Mine on Friday 27/10/1882. William Clemens was killed. Albert Richardson Collection. document, gold, lansell's big 180 mine, lansell's big 180 mine, overwinding fatality at lansell's big 180 mine, bendigo advertiser 27/10/1882 & 7/11/82, william clemens, sterry's hotel, mr northcott, w j ?mens, james ellery, hand and band company ballarat, abraham harkness, mines dept

''Notes on the Lansell Family by Ruth Hopkins''. This is a single typed page with (largely) information about the marriages of George Lansell. Reference to first wife (born Bedelia Mulganney); Edith Bassford; Wooton Lansell; Mrs Bassford. Makes interesting reading in view of Doc. #2829. Dates of marriages and deaths quoted.Ruth Hopkinsperson, individual, george lansell, george lansell, mrs bassford, bedellia mulganney, edith bassford, mrs g budd, annie, mr james northcott, mr wooton lansell and mr william lansell.

The Ballarat Junior Technical School was established in 1913 as a division of the Ballarat School of Mines. It is a predecesor institution of Federation University Australia.Black cloth covered foolscap book with red leather spine and corners. The book is filled out by hand and includes the name of each student, the subjects they studied, their grade for each subject and a total. Each page is signed by Principal A.W. Steaneballarat junior technical school, exams, examinations, a.w. steane, steane, a.e. williams, a. northcott, r. borradale, h. wakeling, r. mcvitty, e. embling, w. skilbeck, c. brittain, r. bath, john dulfer, r. luikeis, allan bernaldo, a. whitla, r. hauffman, n. ellis, a. cutter, h. dodds, h. edmonds, j. deautschmann, j. landvogt, george leech, guido brelaz, roy kauffman, baily leslio, henry dodds, john landvogt, e. adamthwaite, alan billman, william deveux, thomas fry, ernest towsell, thomas wesley, h. barraclough, william baragwanath, rex kitchen, matt moralee, john breen, john garner, g. quigley, h. o'bern, sid chambers, frank prout, reginald crick, f. leask, v. coates, a. butterworth, claude gunnell, eugene lowe, cecil hart, thomas rees, sam prout, charles strachan, thomas stubb, fred ellsworth, cecil hood, vivian taylor, thomas wasley, william shattock, harry o'bern, victor coates, albert anstis, alex amiller, jospeh minster, h. hammer, l. featherstone, j. penhalluriack, r.j. selkirk, j.d. chard, a.s. begg, r. caldwell, w. lepp, arthur coates, hector gay, w.c.f. almeida, arthur pearce, john trethowan, john cowan, ivan ditchburn, a. boyce, a. pattendon, s. rowe, h. corne, j. skilbeck, e. wyatt, e. birt, r. young, lyle eves, hubert lazarus, harry david, john jude, raymond proctor, gustave j. zilles, david flockhart, richard j. young, alfred e. boyce, l. curnow, p. dance, e.f. rowe, h. holmes, c. hiscock

James Northcott In 1867 married Miss Lansell sister of George Lansell. A prominent bandsman in Bendigo, recognized for his musical contributions and honored with a silver cornet in 1871. His grave in the Bendigo Cemetery features musical notes. William Francis and Richard Francis were founders of the Beehive store during the gold rush era. Peter Hoey Finn arrived during the goldfields, owned a store that burned down, and later carved the granite bowl of the Alexandra Fountain as a mason. Elizabeth Watson was he only woman known to have died in a mining accident in Bendigo, tragically killed in 1863 due to her dress getting caught in mining machinery. The monumental section of Bendigo Cemetery has had about 60,000 interments since 1854, with some graves containing up to six people.The cemetery is denominational, with burial locations historically determined by religion.Community and Historical Significance:Cemetery tours are offered at Bendigo, White Hills, Eaglehawk, and Kangaroo Flat as part of the Summer in the Parks program. Many Australians have a family connection to Bendigo, with an estimated one in seven families linked to the area.Prominent Graves in the Bendigo Cemetery Article - "Melody Maker" - The Bendigo Miner Thursday Jan 07 2008 This item contains the following: 11217.11a Colour Photo of The Grave of Bandsman James Northcott 11217.11b Colour Photo of The Grave of Sir John Quick, the federal member for Bendigo 1901-1913, died 1932 11217.11c Colour Photo of The Grave of Anne Caudle in whose honour the Ann Caudle Centre is named, died in 1865 11217.11d Colour Photo of a Father and Mother - Some graves contain up to six people 11217.11e Part of page 5 - Melody Makernon-fictionbendigo, fortuna, george lansell, james northcott, anne caudle, john quick, northcott band

Articles in the annual report include: the official opening of the Victor Maxwell nursery by the Governor General, the continued need for more accommodation at the Helen Keller hostel and one for males, texts brailled for first year students at the University of Sydney, four long term prisoners continue to transcribe books, the election of Mrs Ringland to replace Foundation President Roy Kippax, the decision to employ a fully qualified Kindergarten Teacher at the nursery, the work undertaken by the Northern Branch in Newcastle, the availability of several newly qualified switchboard operators tutored by E Teulan, inaugural section for the blind in the Handicrafts Section at the Royal Agricultural Show, monthly concerts held in the hall, another successful 2UW Blind Appeal was held on Sunday 6th June, the Black and White Ball was again the outstanding social event of the season, broadcasting of the 'Glow Worm' sessions on 2GB, appointment of a Special Representative (F.G. Garden) to publicise the work of the Society to country areas, the ability for blind citizens to attend the Royal Progress of Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh upon their arrival in Sydney - including donation of equipment to broadcast a description of the event to those within the enclosure, in addition the Society were also able to erect a stand in front of the William Street premises and sold seating to the general public for the event, NSW Blind Cricket and Athletic Club continue to pay local and further afield including the Interstate Blind Cricket Carnival at Wiley Park, the establishment of two blind bowling clubs, and the passing of committee member A.W.M d'Apice who served for 14 years.1 volume of text and imagesroyal blind society of new south wales, annual report, victor maxwell kindergarten, justice maxwell, sir john northcott, helen keller hostel, library, parramatta gaol, braille writers association of new south wales, e teulan, 2uw, goodie reeve, black and white committee, f g garden, queen elizabeth ii, duke of edinburgh, cricket, nsw blind cricket, nsw blind bowling club, nsw blind women's bowling club, a w m d'apice, dorothy falkiner