Historical information

Wages book showing record of wages paid by Gembrook Nurseries (20/1/1939 - 31/8/1945). Found in shed (Packing shed) on former nursery site by Clem Worrel. Provides a record of names of residents who worked at the nursery, rates of pay and tasks performed.

Significance

Of high significence in the Emerald area as the Nobelius Nurseries was the largest employer in the district and the largest Nursery in the Southern Hemisphere at the time.

Physical description

A hard-cover foolscap size wage book with dark green canvas binding and a lighter green leather-look spine. The front cover has a white label stuck onto it. The inner covers are made from decorative navy blue and white marbled paper, and the stationer's label is printed onto the front inner cover. The pages themselves are lined and gridded, but un-numbered. Most of the book's pages have been filled in.

Inscriptions & markings

List of employees commencing 9th June 1939 to 31st August 1945