Photograph, Eltham State School No. 209, Dalton Street, Eltham, c.1895

Historical information

Second school building on same site, which was put out for tender in April 1875. The stone building is prior to any additions. Note children playing in school yard.

Published in Nillumbik Mail Edition 21, 20 Sep

Harry Gilham's notes:
Constructed 1875. Inspection finished 31 December 1875 - outer walls covering said to come from Quarry Park at the western end of cuyrrent Lavender Park Road, Eltham. Windows altered in the 1900s; ventilation and skylights 1920s - built to house 100 children.

Physical description

Sepia photograph mounted on card

Inscriptions & markings

Nillumbik Mail publication details; Edition 21, 20 Sep

References

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