program, Orbost Timber Ball Committee, 1996

Historical information

This is a program for the 7th Annual Timber Ball held in August 1996. It was sponsored by the Timber Industry.

Significance

Orbost has historically been based on the timber industry, but that industry has declined considerably over the last 20 years. The number of locals involved in the timber industry has declined and these balls are no longer held.
Community balls and dances are becoming rarer as more home entertainment is available and musical tastes have changed. This item is reminiscent of a previous social activity.

Physical description

A pale mauve coloured paper folded in half as a program. Print is black. Front page is framed with a graphical musical frame. Underneath print are images of two timber trucks on either side of a tree. The wording is : "Members of the Orbost Timber Ball Committee welcome you to our 7th Annual Ball Saturday 24 August 1996.'
Inside are the names of committee members and sponsors.

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