Historical information

These two boards were clipped on to the creased edge of trousers and the item stored in this way. They were used in lieu of irons in the days before electric irons. These items come from the household of the Angus family in Warrnambool. Dr William Roy Angus (1901-1970) studied medicine in Adelaide and Edinburgh. He practised medicine in South Australia and at Nhill before coming to Warrnambool in 1939. In later years he specialized in ophthalmology. The Angus family lived at ‘Birchwood’, a house now demolished. Dr Angus was very civic-minded and was active in a great number of community groups.

Significance

These items are retained because of their connection to past years and because of their association with the well-known local Warrnambool doctor, Dr Angus.

Physical description

These are two rectangular pieces of wood with three metal clips on each. Two of the metal clips are badly rusted. Both pieces have printed material etched into the wood. A piece of string is attached to the end of each board.

Inscriptions & markings

The Aveca (Patented) Trouser Stretcher and Presser
The Aveca (Pat. Appd. For) Trouser Stretcher and Presser