Wages Book, Twentieth Century

Historical information

Wages book showing record of wages paid by Gembrook Nurseries (1/7/1955 - 21/7/1960). 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

Green foolscap size hard cover with canvas binding.

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