Historical information
Both patients and staff were in frequent possession of passports and bank books particularly during the 20th century.
These objects give an insight into people lives.
Significance
The objects belonging to Miss Isabella Beatrice White are significant as they show everyday objects used by both patients and staff of Aradale Mental Hospital.
Physical description
British Passport - bound in thick blue material with the British Coat of Arms embossed in gold. The Passport contains 32 pages.
The State Savings Bank of Victoria Book - The bank book is grey with black printed type.
Inscriptions & markings
The Passport has both printed and hand written information and personal details.
The bank book contains account details and hand written deposits and withdrawals made.