Historical information

The Guiding Light Appeal was first launch in 1968 to raise money for building programs that the Association desperately required. Although the appeal target was reached, in 1974 it became clear that further funds were required to complete the work, and a second Guiding LIght Appeal was launched in May 1974. The Appeal chairman was Sir Henry Bolte and its target of $1million was slightly exceeded.

Physical description

2 x B/W photographs

Inscriptions & markings

BRI-P191.1
Personalities:
Mr J.O. Wicking President of Association (right)
With Sir Henry Bolte (L) & Sir Rohan Delacombe (Centre), Governor of Vic; at opening of Guiding Light Appeal 1974
Ticket no 3724
Client Abaus 120#
Wanted Wed 18th
Mounted as usual
52%
Retouch scratches on photo, delete glass and cigarette from Bolte