Historical information

Federal member, Frank Davis carries the torch to light the combined Briar Hill and Diamond Valley Hospital bonfire. Hot oil from the torch ran down the torch and lodged in Frank Davis' sleeve whilst carrying the torch. Bob Manuell advised that as a consequence of this event, every time he met with Frank Davis he was informed that he owed Frank a new shirt. Frank Davis was the Liberal Member for the Deakin electorate 1949-1966.

Physical description

black and white photograph

Inscriptions & markings

Verso: No 2 Unfortunately Hot oil from the torch ran down the torch and lodged in his sleeve consequence every day I met him I was told I owed him a new shirt.

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