Historical information

This instrument was given to Allan White on 24.8.1935 by his grandfather. Allan White came to Orbost in 1946. He was firstly a share fvarmer on 3 farms then in business - saddler and bike shop with his brother Eric. Then withG.P. Motors as the RACV man. Allan was a "ham radio" operator and involved with Rotary, Rifle and Bowling clubs, also with the Presbyterian Church.

Physical description

A Mezon button accordion with a tan coloured canite carrying case. it has 3 bass valves and 10 treble valves.

Inscriptions & markings

On front of case : MEZON Superior Manufacturer
On accordion : MEZON accordion
Made in Germany
On end : steel reeds
Hand engraved : 24.8.35
Corner pieces : MEZON
Trade mark
Made in Saxony