Photograph, Nicholes Photorgraphers, Eltham State School No. 209, Dalton Street, Eltham; Grades 4, 5 and 6, c.1895

Historical information

Sepia photograph of school students with John Brown, Head Teacher (1889-1906)

John Brown died 23 Sept 1906 after a short severe illness at age 55 and is buried in Box Hill Cemetery (Evelyn Observer 28 Sep 1906 p2). The book "We did open a school in Little Eltham" incorrectly states his date of death as 16/12/1906.

Physical description

Sepia photograph mounted on card
Roll of 35mm black and white negative film, 3 strips
Kodak Safety 5062 (copy of print)

References

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