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Creswick Campus Historical Collection - University of MelbourneBook - Handwritten synopsis of plants within a ten mile radius of Creswick, Synopsis of the indigenous plants occurring within a 10-miles radius of Creswick, Victoria, Australia, 1934
... This is a Hand written document produced by J.H. Willis in the 1930s....Handwritten book by Jim Willis...List revised: JH Willis, Cockatoo, Dec 15th 1934...J.H. Willis...This is a Hand written document produced by J.H. Willis in the 1930s. Signed on last page: JH Willis, Belgrave, Oct8th 1933. 350 species. ...This is a Hand written document produced by J.H. Willis in the 1930s.Handwritten book by Jim WillisSigned on last page: JH Willis, Belgrave, Oct8th 1933. 350 species. List revised: JH Willis, Cockatoo, Dec 15th 1934 -
Lara RSL Sub Branchframed picture 1914-1918 Willis, Two men forth from this home - Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915
... Two men forth from this home - Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915...Photo inserts of Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915. Grey colored title band. ...Memorial for Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915. Two men went forth from this home....Memorial for Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915. Two men went forth from this home. ...Wooden framed World War 1 memorial - Two Men Went Forth From This Home - Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915. To fight for the preservation of Australia's nationhood. Titled - 1914 The World War . 1918. Photo inserts of Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915. Grey colored title band. Green wreath encircling with a stylized Australian Soldier with rifle and bayonet.Memorial for Charles H. Willis 1915 & Norman G. Willis 1915. Two men went forth from this home. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Article, Cr. Willis willingly served city well, 1977
... Cr. Willis willingly served city well...Willis...Death of Cr. Jim Willis, whose actual name was Charles Leslie Willis...Willis Jim Willis C. L. Death of Cr. Jim Willis, whose actual name was Charles Leslie Willis Death of Cr. ...Death of Cr. Jim Willis, whose actual name was Charles Leslie WillisDeath of Cr. Jim Willis, whose actual name was Charles Leslie WillisDeath of Cr. Jim Willis, whose actual name was Charles Leslie Williswillis, jim, willis, c. l. -
Federation University Historical CollectionPhotograph - Photograph - Black and White, Sir Willis Connolly
... Sir Willis Connolly...Sir Willis Conley was the Chairman of the State Electricity Commission (SEC) and President of the Victoria Institute of Colleges....Photographic portrait of Sir Willis Connolly ...Sir Willis Conley was the Chairman of the State Electricity Commission (SEC) and President of the Victoria Institute of Colleges. willis conley Victoria Institute of Colleges SEC state electricity commission of victoria Photographic portrait of Sir Willis Connolly Sir Willis Connolly Photograph Photograph - Black and White ...Sir Willis Conley was the Chairman of the State Electricity Commission (SEC) and President of the Victoria Institute of Colleges.Photographic portrait of Sir Willis Connolly willis conley, victoria institute of colleges, sec, state electricity commission of victoria -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Cr Jim Willis, 1974
... Cr Jim Willis...Willis...Talk by Jim Willis given to the Nunawading Historical Society in 1974....Willis Jim Willis Charles L Willis Bus Company Talk by Jim Willis given to the Nunawading Historical Society in 1974. ...Talk by Jim Willis given to the Nunawading Historical Society in 1974.Talk by Jim Willis given to the Nunawading Historical Society in 1974.Talk by Jim Willis given to the Nunawading Historical Society in 1974.willis, jim, willis charles l, willis bus company -
Heidelberg Golf ClubPhotograph - Framed Photograph, Howard Willis - Captain - 1966-1968, 1966
... Howard Willis - Captain - 1966-1968...Howard Willis, Heidelberg Golf Club Captain, 1966-1968...Howard Willis - Captain - 1966-1968...HGC Captains Howard Willis Howard Willis - Captain - 1966-1968 Framed black and white portrait; timber frame with dark green mount under non-reflective glass. ...Howard Willis, Heidelberg Golf Club Captain, 1966-1968One of a set of framed portraits of Club Captains. Framed black and white portrait; timber frame with dark green mount under non-reflective glass.Howard Willis - Captain - 1966-1968hgc captains, howard willis -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph - Photograph (copy), Willis Vale (section of painting), 1930c
... Willis Vale (section of painting)...Section of painting of Willis Vale a pioneer's house in Greensborough...Colour photocopy of section of a painting featuring Willis Vale on the top half of an A4 sheet....Willis Vale (section of painting) Photograph Photograph (copy) ...Section of painting of Willis Vale a pioneer's house in GreensboroughHouse built by Edward Maygar and later sold to Partington family. It was located at Partington's Flat.Colour photocopy of section of a painting featuring Willis Vale on the top half of an A4 sheet.A number of pencil calculations on lower part of the page.partington, greensborough, edward maygar, willis vale -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Photograph - B/W Photograph, Cr. Charles Willis - Mayor
... Cr. Charles Willis - Mayor...willis...Cr. Willis was Shire President of the Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham in 1939-40...Charles Willis - Mayor Photograph B/W Photograph ...Coloured Photograph of Cr. Charles Leslie Willis, Mayor, City of Nunawading, August 1950 to August 1951. Cr. Willis was Shire President of the Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham in 1939-40willis, charles l, shire of blackburn and mitcham, shire presidents, city of nunawading, mayor -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph - Digital Image, Willis Vale site, 2014_
... Willis Vale site...Photograph of the site of the 'Willis Vale' homestead, home of the Partington family. ..."This house is where Willis Vale homestead was on Partingtons Flat"...Willis Vale site Photograph - Digital Image Faye Fort ...Photograph of the site of the 'Willis Vale' homestead, home of the Partington family. The derelict Willis Vale house was destroyed in 1964 when a fire originating from North Plenty Gorge - Kurrak Road - was lit by two teenage boys and made its way several kilometres down to Partington's Flat Greensborough.Digital copy of colour photograph."This house is where Willis Vale homestead was on Partingtons Flat"partington family, willis vale -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph, Willis Vale 1906, taken from the hill, 1906_
... Willis Vale 1906, taken from the hill...'Willis Vale' home of the Partington family is shown in this photograph as well as the area now known as Partington's Flat. ...Shows Greensborough township in background with Willis Vale homestead in centre. ...Shows Greensborough township in background with Willis Vale homestead in centre. Willis Vale 1906, taken from the hill Photograph Photograph H. ...'Willis Vale' home of the Partington family is shown in this photograph as well as the area now known as Partington's Flat. The area was owned and farmed by the Partington family from the 1870s. The derelict Willis Vale house was destroyed in 1964 when a fire originating from North Plenty Gorge - Kurrak Road - lit by two teenage boys - made its way several kilometres down to Partington's Flat Greensborough.Photograph shows an early view of Greensborough in 1906.Professional photograph in sepia mounted on dark green card. Shows Greensborough township in background with Willis Vale homestead in centre. On back: A.M.Partington Greensborough 1906.willis vale, partington family, greensborough, alan partington -
Greensborough Historical SocietyArticle - Memoir, Life at Willis Vale, 2011
... Life at Willis Vale...The Partington family farmed the property known as Willis Vale in the early 20th century. In this article Faye Fort (nee Partington) recalls life in Greensborough....3 page history of the Partington family's life at 'Willis Vale' homestead in Greensborough during the early 20th Century. ...Includes black &white photos. Life at Willis Vale Article Memoir Faye Fort ...The Partington family farmed the property known as Willis Vale in the early 20th century. In this article Faye Fort (nee Partington) recalls life in Greensborough.Historical reference to the property 'Willis Vale' and its eventual destruction. Describes family relationships within the Partington family.3 page history of the Partington family's life at 'Willis Vale' homestead in Greensborough during the early 20th Century. Includes black &white photos. Includes Partington family photoswillis vale, faye fort, sarah price, plenty river, greensborough, partington family, whatmough family, william james partington, annie may partington, gary partington, cordner family, methodist church -
Greensborough Historical SocietyArticle - Memoir, Life at Willis Vale, 2011
... Life at Willis Vale...The Partington family farmed the property known as Willis Vale from 1878 into the mid 20th century. ...3 page history of the Partington Family's life at 'Willis Vale' homestead in Greensborough during the early 20th Century. ...The Partington family farmed the property known as Willis Vale from 1878 into the mid 20th century. ...The Partington family farmed the property known as Willis Vale from 1878 into the mid 20th century. In this article Faye Fort (nee Partington) recalls life in Greensborough.Historical reference to the property 'Willis Vale' and its eventual destruction. Describes family relationships within the Partington family.3 page history of the Partington Family's life at 'Willis Vale' homestead in Greensborough during the early 20th Century. Includes original hand written text from author. willis vale, faye fort, sarah price, plenty river, greensborough, partington family, whatmough family, william james partington, annie may partington, gary partington, cordner family, methodist church -
Greensborough Historical SocietyDrawing, Willis Vale by Sharyn Partington, 1983_
... Willis Vale by Sharyn Partington...The artwork would have been drawn from photos of the Partington home. The derelict Willis Vale house was vandalized in 1964 destroyed when a fire originating from North Plenty Gorge - Kurrak Road - was lit by two teenage boys and made its way several kilometres down to Partington's Flat Greensborough....Depicts a view of Willis Vale. In black frame under glass....Depicts a view of Willis Vale. In black frame under glass. Willis Vale by Sharyn Partington Drawing Drawing Sharyn Partington ...Drawn in 1983 by Sharyn Partington (age 15). Sharyn is the daughter of Trevor and granddaughter of Alan and Wyn Partington. The artwork would have been drawn from photos of the Partington home. The derelict Willis Vale house was vandalized in 1964 destroyed when a fire originating from North Plenty Gorge - Kurrak Road - was lit by two teenage boys and made its way several kilometres down to Partington's Flat Greensborough.An original artwork of the Partington home created by a descendant of the occupants.Pencil drawing on cream art paper. Depicts a view of Willis Vale. In black frame under glass.Signed "Sharyn P. 1983"partington, sharyn partington, willis vale, greensborough -
Geoffrey Kaye Museum of Anaesthetic HistoryPainting - Portrait, Vytas Serelis, Presidential Portrait of Dr Richard Willis, 2006
... Presidential Portrait of Dr Richard Willis...This is a portrait of Dr. Richard Willis, formally ANZCA President [2002-2004]. ...Oil painting on canvas of former ANZCA President Dr. Richard Willis seated face on with hands crossed on his lap. ...This is a portrait of Dr. Richard Willis, formally ANZCA President [2002-2004]. ...This is a portrait of Dr. Richard Willis, formally ANZCA President [2002-2004]. ANZCA commissioned the portrait which was unveiled to Dr. Willis on 23 February 2007. Oil painting on canvas of former ANZCA President Dr. Richard Willis seated face on with hands crossed on his lap. He is wearing surgical scrubs with the College gown on a plain hanger behind him and the President's medal hanging off the back of the chair. Plain light blue background mounted in a plain brown frame.[Lower Left Hand Side] V SERELIS SEPT 2006painting, president, willis, richard, serelis, vytas -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Photograph, Willis, C. L, 1950-1951
... Willis, C. L....Cr. Willis was first to run a bus line from Vermont to Mitcham. ...Black and white photograph of Councillor C.L.(Jim)Willis in his mayoral robes seated on a chair. ...Cr. Willis was first to run a bus line from Vermont to Mitcham. ...Cr. Willis was first to run a bus line from Vermont to Mitcham. Later his Ventura Bus Lines expanded throughout the Nunawading area.Black and white photograph of Councillor C.L.(Jim)Willis in his mayoral robes seated on a chair. At the lower part of the photograph frame is a wide silver plaque which is attached to a piece of thick board. Inscribed is - Cr.C.L.Willis, Mayor 1950 - 1951willis c.l.councillors of nunawading city of nunawading mayors of nunawading, bus line -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph, Robert Whatmough and family slaughtering pig at Willis Vale Greensborough. 1870, 1870_
... Robert Whatmough and family slaughtering pig at Willis Vale Greensborough. 1870....Robert Whatmough and family lived at Willis Vale from approx 1863 to 1878. Willis Vale was later owned by the Partington family. ...Typed caption pasted on front of photograph: 'Robert Watmaug [sic Whatmough] and family slaughtering pig at Willis Vale Greensborough.' Identification of those in photo by Faye Fort 2015....Robert Whatmough and family lived at Willis Vale from approx 1863 to 1878. Willis Vale was later owned by the Partington family. ...Robert Whatmough and family lived at Willis Vale from approx 1863 to 1878. Willis Vale was later owned by the Partington family. In this photograph the family is involved in butchering a pig. The people have been identified as: Mary (Hill) Whatmough b1813; and her daughter Rosalie b1856; Grandpa John Wilson; Joseph Wilson b1835; Emmett Whatmough b1842; John Thomas Fielding b1860; James Fielding b1861; Robert Whatmough b1815; [Sarah Whatmough b1845 m1866 Joe Wilson b1835 8 children]. Photo and article also appeared in The Diamond Valley News 9/10/1984 page 26.Early evidence of farming and animal husbandry in the Greensborough area.Black and white photograph, enlarged and mounted on timber backing.Typed caption pasted on front of photograph: 'Robert Watmaug [sic Whatmough] and family slaughtering pig at Willis Vale Greensborough.' Identification of those in photo by Faye Fort 2015.robert whatmough, whatmough, willis vale, greensborough, wilson -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyPhotograph - Rosemont Guesthouse/Ron Willis Lakes Entrance, Victoria. 1951, Willis, Barbara, 1951c
... Photo taken during honeymoon of Ron and Barbara Willis 1951...Black and white photograph of Ron Willis, standing outside Fraser's Rosemont Guest House, Cnr. of Lake Street and Barkes Avenue. ...Willis, Barbara...Lakes Entrance Victoria Photograph Rosemont Guesthouse/Ron Willis Lakes Entrance, Victoria. 1951 Willis, Barbara ...Photo taken during honeymoon of Ron and Barbara Willis 1951Black and white photograph of Ron Willis, standing outside Fraser's Rosemont Guest House, Cnr. of Lake Street and Barkes Avenue. Guest house sign is behind a tall hedge and low picket fence. Ron is wearing clothing typical of 1950 era, with collar and tie, V-necked patterned pullover, light coloured two-piece suit and lace-up shoes. Lakes Entrance Victoriamotels, fences, clothing -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyPhotograph - Snowy River near Willis Victoria, M Holding, 1994 c
... Colour photograph of the Snowy River in the alpine Country near Willis Victoria...Willis, Victoria, Australia...Geology Topography Rivers Mountains Colour photograph of the Snowy River in the alpine Country near Willis Victoria Photograph Snowy River near Willis Victoria M Holding ...Colour photograph of the Snowy River in the alpine Country near Willis Victoriageology, topography, rivers, mountains -
Melbourne Tram MuseumTool - Name stamp or punch - "RICHMOND", W Willis & Co
... "W Willis & Co, Melbourne" stamped in on the sides....W Willis & Co...Tool Name stamp or punch - "RICHMOND" W Willis & Co ...Manufactured tool for use by one of the Melbourne cable tram operators, most likely the Melbourne Tramway and Omnibus Co, to stamp leather satchels and other items that had to be marked. See item 7677 for a "CABLE" stamp. Was extensively used given the deformation at the top of the punch.Demonstrates a steel tool to stamp markings onto leather or other objectsTool - forged steel and hardened to stamp the word "RICHMOND". Has manufacturer's name and location on the sides stamped in."W Willis & Co, Melbourne" stamped in on the sides.tools, mtoco, stamps, metal stamp, tramways, cable trams -
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park
Booklet - Tatting instruction manual, Marjorie Willis, 'Furness Tatting Designs No. 3, 1940s
... This is an instruction booklet about tatting entitled 'Furness Tatting Designs No. 3' - written by Marjorie Willis and published in New Zealand. The front cover features a doiley in pretty pastel colours and a sticker with the name of the owners (P & B Collett). ...On front cover: 'Furness /Tatting / Designs / No. 3 / by Marjorie Willis / 1/3 / Copyright' Also a small white sticker: ' P & B Collett / 18 Clarkson Road / Kallista, VIC. 3791' On back cover: Photographs of three other tatting books by the author and at the bottom: 'The Furness Publishing and Manufacturing Co. / PO Box 41, Newmarket, N.Z. / Printed by Wright & Jaques Ltd., Auckland'...Marjorie Willis...'Furness Tatting Designs No. 3 Booklet Tatting instruction manual Marjorie Willis ...This booklet was owned by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum. Beryl was particularly skilled at lacework - a skill she had learned from her mother, Hetty Collett (Thorn) who was an accomplished milliner.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.This is an instruction booklet about tatting entitled 'Furness Tatting Designs No. 3' - written by Marjorie Willis and published in New Zealand. The front cover features a doiley in pretty pastel colours and a sticker with the name of the owners (P & B Collett). There are a range of tatting patterns including for headbands, doilies, edgings and a collar. Circa 1940s.On front cover: 'Furness /Tatting / Designs / No. 3 / by Marjorie Willis / 1/3 / Copyright' Also a small white sticker: ' P & B Collett / 18 Clarkson Road / Kallista, VIC. 3791' On back cover: Photographs of three other tatting books by the author and at the bottom: 'The Furness Publishing and Manufacturing Co. / PO Box 41, Newmarket, N.Z. / Printed by Wright & Jaques Ltd., Auckland'beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, tatting, booklet, new zealand, marjorie willis -
Orbost & District Historical SocietyBook - publication, Mary Ann Willis, DANCINGTHROUGH THE DAISIES, 2017
... To the Orbost Historical Society from Mary Ann Willis [the author]...Mary Ann Willis...DANCINGTHROUGH THE DAISIES Book publication Mary Ann Willis ...This book containes the story of Agnes Nixon (nee Ross) and some of the history of Nixon family in Orbost. Agnes Ann Nixon was born in Bendoc in 1879, came to Orbost at an early age and married Frances (Frank) Nixon. Also included are original poems by the author, copies of paper clippings, advertisements etc., and photographs.Local history of early families in the Orbost district.A black covered book with gold title lettering and author's name on the spine. 101 pages.To the Orbost Historical Society from Mary Ann Willis [the author]nixon family, frank nixon, agnes nixon, ross family, orbost -
Lakes Entrance Historical SocietyPhotograph - Loch Ard, Willis, Ron, 1951
... Barbara Willis, 1951. Loch Ard trip to North Arm (on reverse)...Willis, Ron...Lakes Entrance Victoria Photograph Loch Ard Willis, Ron ...Black and white photograph showing MV Lochard at jetty at top of North Arm. Well timbered bank opposite, lady on jetty. Lakes Entrance VictoriaBarbara Willis, 1951. Loch Ard trip to North Arm (on reverse)jetties, waterways, boats and boating, tourism, people -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph - Digital image, William Partington in orchard at Willis Vale, 1922c
... William Partington in orchard at Willis Vale...William Partington in the apple orchard at Willis Vale. William purchased Willis Vale from his father’s estate in 1905....William Partington in the apple orchard at Willis Vale. William purchased Willis Vale from his father’s estate in 1905. ...William Partington in the apple orchard at Willis Vale. William purchased Willis Vale from his father’s estate in 1905.A pioneer Greensborough family.Digital copy of black and white photograph.william partington, willis vale -
Melbourne Tram MuseumTool - Name stamp or punch - "Cable", W Willis & Co
... "Makers W Willis & Co, Collins St West Melbourne" stamped in on the sides....W Willis & Co...Has manufacturer's name and location on the sides stamped in, Tool Name stamp or punch - "Cable" W Willis & Co ...Manufactured tool for use by one of the Melbourne cable tram operators, most likely the Melbourne Tramway and Omnibus Co, to stamp leather satchels and other items that had to be marked. See item 7678 for a "RICHMOND" stamp. Was extensively used given the deformation at the top of the punch.Demonstrates a steel tool to stamp markings onto leather or other objectsTool - forged steel and hardened to stamp the word "CABLE". Has manufacturer's name and location on the sides stamped in,"Makers W Willis & Co, Collins St West Melbourne" stamped in on the sides.tools, mtoco, stamps, metal stamp, tramways, cable trams -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph, Tom and Joe Partington at Willis Vale, 1895c
... Tom and Joe Partington at Willis Vale...On back: "Tom and Joe Partington at "Willis Vale". Tom:1864-1942 Joe:1870-1942. Faye's great uncles."...Tom and Joe Partington at Willis Vale Photograph Photograph ...The Partington family farmed the Greensborough area from the 1870s. The two men pictured are brothers Tom Partington (1864-1942) and Joe Partington (1870-1942)Shows a view of Greensborough around 1900 as farm land.Sepia photograph of two men with a horse and plough, trees in background. Mounted on cream card.On back: "Tom and Joe Partington at "Willis Vale". Tom:1864-1942 Joe:1870-1942. Faye's great uncles."willis vale, partington family, greensborough, joe partington, tom partington -
Tatura Irrigation & Wartime Camps Museum
Book, St. James 1871-1977, 1977
... Continuing on back cover and photographs of author, J. A. Willis and artist B. A. Cooper....John A. Willis author...Willis author Brian A. Cooper artist ...History of St. James, Lake Rowan, Yundool, Waggarandool, Almonds, Tungamah. G. J. Coles opened his first store in St. James.Cream cover. Sketch of old scenes of buildings on front cover. Continuing on back cover and photographs of author, J. A. Willis and artist B. A. Cooper.victorian history, st james victoria, g j coles -
Greensborough Historical SocietyPhotograph - Digital image, Charles and Ellen Partington at Willis Vale, 1878c
... Charles and Ellen Partington at Willis Vale....Charles bought the land from Mr. Edwin Willis Maygar on 30/09/1878....Charles and Ellen Partington at Willis Vale. Photograph - Digital image ...Photograph of Charles and Ellen (nee Whatmough) Partington at the family home "Willis Vale" on the Plenty River at Greensborough. Charles bought the land from Mr. Edwin Willis Maygar on 30/09/1878.Digital copy of black and white photograph.partington family, charels partington, ellenpartington, ellen whatmough, willis vale -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, Noel Withers, Willis Vale Homestead 1841-1962, 1841-1962
... Willis Vale Homestead 1841-1962...Willis Vale was built in 1841 by George Maygar and named after his wife's maiden name of Willis. ...Willis Vale was built in 1841 by George Maygar and named after his wife's maiden name of Willis. ...Willis Vale was built in 1841 by George Maygar and named after his wife's maiden name of Willis. This article outlines the lessees and owners of the property, Robert Whatmough (1863) and Charles Partington (1878).Outlines the history of this Greensborough property.3 pages, text and black and white imageswillis vale, robert whatmough, george maygar, charles partington -
Eltham District Historical Society IncPhotograph, View of 'Willis Vale', Greensborough, 1906, 1906c
... View of 'Willis Vale', Greensborough, 1906...'Willis Vale' home of the Partington family is shown in this photograph as well as the area now known as Partington's Flat. ...'Willis Vale' home of the Partington family is shown in this photograph as well as the area now known as Partington's Flat. ...'Willis Vale' home of the Partington family is shown in this photograph as well as the area now known as Partington's Flat. The area was owned and farmed by the Partington family from the 1870s. Willis Vale was destroyed by fire in the 1960sBlack and white photograph copy originally located in a magnetic style album titled 'Greensborough Bypass 1990s 5' suffering significant degradation. No information contained in album or on reverse of photos except where noted. Relocated to archival photosafe storage.greensborough, partingtons flat, partington family, willis vale -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, The Willis Diary by Anne Paul. Based on A Pioneer Squatter's Life, 09/04/1837o
... The Willis Diary by Anne Paul. Based on A Pioneer Squatter's Life...The Willis Diary by GHS member Anne Paul is based on A Pioneer Squatter's Life (Item158). ...Diary of James L Willis from 1837, portraying hardships suffered in the young colony of Victoria. willis family plenty river lower plenty james willis bridge inn hotel mernda 15 page, text and colour illustrations. ...The Willis Diary by GHS member Anne Paul is based on A Pioneer Squatter's Life (Item158). The Willis family were early settlers at Lower Plenty, just near where the hotel and old bridge are today. Anne has reviewed and analysed this chapter from Historical Records of Victoria, Vol. 6. The Crown, the land, and the squatter, 1835-1840. She includes further information on the Willis family and photographs of the archaeological dig at the Bridge Inn Hotel Mernda in 2017.Diary of James L Willis from 1837, portraying hardships suffered in the young colony of Victoria.15 page, text and colour illustrations. Digital copy.willis family, plenty river, lower plenty, james willis, bridge inn hotel mernda
