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account - W. Cumming to R.P. Cameron

account - W. Cumming to R.P. Cameron

account - W. Cumming to R.P. Cameron

From the Collection of Orbost & District Historical Society Ruskin Street Orbost Victoria

Description: A white paper account with blue lines and black ink . It has a pink receipt attached as well as a yellow duty stamp. It is from W. Cumming, butcher, to R.P. Cameron.
Size: H-245mm W-170mm
Object Registration: 573
Keywords: cameron-robert-pullar cumming-william-butcher
Historical information: Robert Pullar Cameron was a Shire Councillor for many years. He married Penuel Hossack and had a family of James, Flora, Penuel and Alex.
William Cumming was a prominent Orbost identity. He was born in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, in 1866 the son of William Cumming and Mary Ann Montgomery. He came to Australia, aged 28, and to Orbost in 1890. He farmed at Bete Bolong and during WW1 ran a butcher's shop on his farm. He was a shire councillor and served as a South Riding representative for 38 years. He was a keen Newmerella football supporter, a member of the Orbost Bowling Club as well as a director of the Orbost Butter Factory.
Cumming was married to Ellen Louise Mundy and had four children ( Harold, Mary, William and Gordon).
When Made: February 1st 1921
Made By: Cumming, W. (Maker)
Significance: This item is an example of a hand-written account for a local early 20th century business in Orbost. It is a useful research tool.
Last updated: 2 Mar 2018 at 10:18AM

black and white photographs

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

Four black / white photographs. 3084.1 shows two men each holding a rooster. 3084.2 shows a group of five people standing near some goats. 3084.3 and 3084.4 are of the construction of a large metal shed.

Historical information

3084.1 is titled "Ready For Launching" and is of Mr Lachlan Macalaster on the left and Mr Jim Holden preparing to release two roosters for a competition - The Rooster Chase,. 3084.2 was taken at the 1978 annual Orbost Show in a new division for goats. the photograph was taken during the judging. Linda and Val Donald are in the photograph' 3084.3 and 3084.4 are of the new pavillion at Newmerella Recreation Ground,

Significance

This is a pictorial record associated with the annual Orbost Show which has been a major event in Orbost for over a century. Agricultural shows are an important part of cultural life in small country towns and the Orbost Show is an integral part of Orbost 's agricultural history.

Inscriptions & Markings

Each photograph has a label on the back with detailed information.

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black and white photographs

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

Three black / white photographs of a rider on horseback receiving congratulations.

Historical information

These photographs were taken at the 1980 annual Orbost Show. The first photograph is of Mr Frank Rourke congratulating Combienbar rider, Gavin Chester, East Gippsland Olympian ( a member of the 1980 Australian team which did not compete in Moscow). He won the title of Champion Show Jumper riding his mount "Blue Trick" on Monday March 10 1980. The second photograph shows Mr Frank Rourke placing the winning ribbon around the neck of Gavin Chester's winning mount, "Blue Trick" The third photograph is the winner of the coveted R.L.Fisher Memorial Plate won by Eric Musgrave being congratulated by Mr Frank Rourke. Frank Rourke was the Gippsland and Northern manager. G. & N. sponsored the event which carried a prize of $500. On the left in this photograph is Mr J. Horstman, ring four judge.

Significance

This is a pictorial record of a significant event in Orbost. This item is also associated with the Orbost Agricultural Society 's Annual Show which has been a major event in Orbost for over a century. Agricultural shows are an important part of cultural life in small country towns and the Orbost Show is an integral part of Orbost 's agricultural history.

Inscriptions & Markings

There are details on labels on the back of each photograph.

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black and white photograph

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A large black / white photograph of cattle in yards with metal rails. Mden are standing on the rails. Others are watching.

Historical information

This is a photograph of a cattle sale. There is no information with the item. It is probably of an Orbost cattle sale.

Significance

This is a pictorial record of a cattle sale in East Gippsland.

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black and white photographs

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

Nine small black / white photographs of a derailed train at a railway station. Derailed trucks and floodwaters can be seen. The photographs have a narrow white frame. Some are portrait and others landscape.

Historical information

Dudley Charles Seymour Courtney , with a fellow worker, was trapped on the Orbost Raailwaay Station roof until rescued by an army duck. These photographs were his. He worked on the railway in Orbost from 1942 - 1952 approximately. During the 1952 flood nearly half of Orbost rail way station is washed away. The stationmaster and four members of his staff were rescued by police using army ducks.

Significance

This is a pictorial record of a significant event in the history of Orbost.

Inscriptions & Markings

on back of 3082.8 - hand-written in blue pen :"The floods worked the line from under the trucks in a couple of hours"

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electric massager

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

3081.1 is an orange and white cardboard box - in black print on top is "PIFCO Electric Massager". It is the original container. Inside is an electric appliance with three attachable massage red coloured caps. There is an electric cord with a plug. The handle has ridges for gripping. There is a special control knob - possibly bakelite. There is a 15 pp instruction manual - 3081.3.

Historical information

Lottie Bulmer (wife of Mr Frank Bulmer, Orbost) originally owned the massager. It was given to Di Cunningham by her sister Barbara who married Les Bulmer, Lottie and Frank's son,. After Les died, Barbara gave it to Di Cunningham, her sister, Di kept it for about a year. Pifco manufactured personal massaging equipment between 1948 and about 1968 (the first appeared about 1935).

Significance

These devices were promoted as being able deal with all kinds of complaints, from headaches, pain relief and flatulence to hair loss and gout. It is an example of an early electrical appliance.

Inscriptions & Markings

Reg. no 852269

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photograph album

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A large photograph album with a deep purple ornate cover. It contains photographs of local people with most labelled.

Historical information

James Hossack and his wife, Penuel, arrived in Geelong from Scotland on Christmas Day 1852. This album contains photographs of the Saunders family; Gertrude Morris, sister of Percy Morris; Isabella Wright; the Whillance family; Mrs Stevens; Mrs Conlan of Marlo;and her sister Susanna who died aged 62 in 1918; Bella Turnbull, wife of Captain McNeill of Marlo;Hon. James Cameron, First President of the Orbost Shire, M.L.A. East Gippsland 1902-1920.

Significance

This item is a pictorial record of many Orbost locals of the first quarter of the 20th century.

Inscriptions & Markings

inside- "Best love to Lucy from Fred & Daisy Christmas 1913" On front page on white label - " The unnamed photos belonged to Mr James Hossack - March 1821 to January 1921. They are from Scotland, Geelong, Ballarat, Melbourne. She landed at Geelong 1853 with her husband."

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framed photograph

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A large enhanced photograph in black / white of the head and shoulders of a moustached man in a suit.

Historical information

John Rowe began his teaching career at Orbost and Jarrahmond in 1886, a career which continued at Orbost until 1908 when he retired due to ill health. He began teaching at Orbost, (initially part-time with Jarrahmond) on 10th May 1886, following the very short tenure of the first appointee, Campbell MacKay. (more information Newsletter June 2018 - Lois Crisp)

Significance

This item is associated with the history of education in the Orbost district.

Inscriptions & Markings

on front - "John Rowe Esq, First Head Teacher of Orbost State School"

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cash book

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A small thick light blue cocered book with whit print on front - "Tudor Cash Receipt Book No. 61". Eleven pages have been used.

Historical information

The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.

Significance

Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.

Inscriptions & Markings

Inside T of Tudor is written - "Rifle Club".

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photograph album

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

a fabric covered book with gold print - "Photographs" on front cover. It contains an assortment of photographs.

Historical information

Photographs in this album are : forest,creek; Burns Cutting; river with bridge; Tony in his boat (spare print); Murrungowar and three of Conran.

Significance

Henry James (1860-1932) was a well-known identity in the Orbost district.He was a stock agent and auctioneer who helped to establish the seed bean industry in Orbost. He was the second secretary of the Snowy River Shipping Co. as well as a shire councillor and prominent member of MUIOOF.

Inscriptions & Markings

inside front cover - "Photographs taken by Mr Harry James about 1900-10"

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folder of documents

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A small blue folder with a metal grip. It contains assorted documents concerning the Orbost Rifle Club.

Historical information

The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.

Significance

Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.

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book - Warne Dollar & Cent Ready Reckoner

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A small cream coloured book with brown print on front cover - "Warne Dollar & Cent Ready Reckoner".

Historical information

This book was used after the introduction of decimal currency in 1966. it was used by the Orbost Rifle Club. The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.

Significance

Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period. This item is an example of accounting practices during the transition to Decimal currency.

Inscriptions & Markings

inside cover - Ted Curtis 5 Lind Lane Orbost

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document

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A copy of a newspaper article from the Snowy River Mail. It is the history of the Orbost Fire Brigade which was celebrating 75 years of service.

Historical information

The Orbost Fire brigade was formed in 1919. With the help of some large donated funds a fire station was built in 1920. the foundation leader of ther Brigade was Captain George Hudson with Mr Jack Healey as secretary. A street procession was held on Saturday November 12 as part of the celebrations.

Significance

This item is associated with the Orbost Fire Brigade an integral part of community support in Orbost. The article is a useful research tool.

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newspaper clipping - Orbost Forty Years Ago

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A yellowed black / white newspaper clipping of a photograph of people with a horse and cart outside a one-storey hotel building. It is glued onto a piece of cardboard.

Historical information

The first hotel built in Orbost was the Club in 1885 an old wooden place on the corner built for J. A. Petersen of the Mitchell Hotel Bairnsdale, with the licence in the name of Mr Thomas Maguire (stepson of Petersen). In June 1889 there was a rush to Mackenzie River, about 28 miles from Orbost, on Twelve Mile Creek. An estimated 80 men rushed the ground, but yields were patchy and large numbers eventually left. They were coming and going almost daily.

Significance

The Club Hotel was the first hotel built in Orbost and remains a significant building in the town. It was an important hub for the township with many whole town meetings held there.

Inscriptions & Markings

Caption at bottom - "View taken in 1889 of the Old Orbost Club Hotel"

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book - Orbost Football Club Centenary 1894 - 1994

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A soft covered book of white with large green and gold print on the cover. There is a photograph of a football ovel with a township behind it.

Historical information

This book was made for celebration of the centenary of the Orbost Football Club in 1994. The Orbost football club players were known as the Busters and wore green and gold guernseys. An Orbost football team has participated in the East Gippsland League since the early 20th century. In 2003 in response to a dwindling population, the Snowy Rovers and Orbost Football Clubs were driven to merge into the Orbost Snowy Rovers.

Significance

Orbost Football Club through its many changes has always been an important social fabric of the Orbost community. Sport is often regarded as an important part of life in rural Australia, contributing to community identity, sense of place, social interaction and good health.

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framed photograph

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A framed photograph of a plaque above a photograph of head and shoulders of a woman. They are framed in a gold wooden frame and mounted on a light brown buff card.

Historical information

Link to 524. Grace Elizabeth Jennings Carmichael (1867-1904), poet and nurse, was born on 24 February 1867 at Ballarat, Victoria, daughter of Archibald Carmichael, a miner from Perthshire, Scotland, and his wife Margaret Jennings, née Clark, from Cornwall, England. . About 1880 the family moved to Gippsland where Henderson managed a station near Orbost. Grace learned to love the Gippsland forest. She began to express in verse her understanding of the sights, scents and sounds of the bush, often writing in some remote clearing, her manuscripts stored for privacy in a hollow trunk. The Bairnsdale Advertiser published her first story, and the Weekly Times an early poem; then on 28 November 1885 her poem 'The Old Maid' was published in the Australasian under her pen name Jennings Carmichael. Encouraged by its editor, David Watterston, Grace sent nearly all her subsequent verse to that newspaper. (Read more by Lindsay Gardiner in Australian Dictionary of Biography.)

Significance

This is significant to the Orbost region in that it is associated with a woman who is certainly our foremost female poet.

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correspondence books

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

Four duplicate Correspondence books. All are brown with a brown cloth spine. 1359.1, 1359.2 and 1359.3 have marbled covers and 1359.4 has a dark brown soft cover with "TUDOR DUPLICATE BOOK" in paler print.

Historical information

These books were used by the Orbost Rifle Club to record correspondence. The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.

Significance

Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.

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accounts book

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A green fabric covered book with "Collins Analysis Book 81 Series" in black print on front cover. Inside the pages are lined in green and blue. It contains accounts and a trophy list at the back. There is a page on a memo to clubs re Stamp Duties Act 1967.

Historical information

The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.

Significance

Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.

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minute book

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A light brown covered book with a brown fabric binding. There is a white sticker label on the front - "Single Cash" in black print. It contains minutes .

Historical information

The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's. The secretaries at the time of this book were D.Towers and ? Healey.

Significance

arget shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.

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accounts book

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A grey covered bookj with a light brown fabric spine. The front has a white sticker label with "Orbost Rifle Club" handwritten in ink. It contains accounts and a trophy list.

Historical information

The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.

Significance

Target shooting is one of the oldest organised sports in Australia. Records date back to the British Marines at Sydney Cove in 1788. The Victorian Rifle Association (VRA) was formed in 1860. One of the most important adjuncts to the militia system from 1903 to the re-organisation of 1912 was the role played by the Rifle Club movement in Australia. At the time, these clubs were seen as the reservoir of manpower for a potential guerrilla force should any invasion occur. For Australia, the invasion fear was uppermost in the minds of the population. So important were the rifle clubs for the defence of Australia that the Commonwealth provided the training staff, rifles and ammunition so the clubs could function. Members were drilled, wore uniforms and practised all the basic skills of soldiering as well as target shooting. The Orbost Rifle Club was active during this period.

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deposit book

Orbost & District Historical Society , Orbost

A small thin book with a mottled tortoise shell like cover and light blue binder.

Historical information

This is a deposit book to the Commercial Bank of Australia Limited and is stamped by the Orbost Branch. It was used by the Orbost Rifle Club. The Orbost Rifle Club existed in the early 20th century. (There are records from 1900). It folded in the late 1970's.

Significance

The Orbost Rifle Club was an active group for over seventy years. It no longer exists.

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