Historical information

This box and matches were owned by Lindsay Thomson and purchased by him for use at a scout jamboree - Senior Scout Venture which was held on Fraser Island, north of Brisbane in January (1-7), 1951. (Matches were not officially allowed to be taken by the scouts onto the island.) It was for Scouts over 15 years of age who had reached the first-class standard. The jamboree was extended by one week because of a suspected case of poliomyelitis.

A photo of the Orbost contingent returning to Spencer Street Station Melbourne was taken by The Leader newspaper.

Physical description

A box for Bell's Waxies. It is a rectangular shape coloured red, white and blue. The waxed matches are made of fine twisted cotton threads. The contents are in a sliding tray. There are some matches inside.
The box has been glued onto paper with some cotton threads on the left and a complete match on the right.

Inscriptions & markings

Bell's Waxies Made in Australia
Average Contents 100 1/2