Digital image from a photocopy, Isabel and Shirley Mair, 1931, Original: c1931

Historical information

These are the youngest two children of Dave and Lily Mair. Geoffrey, Beryl and Gwynne were born while they lived in East Melbourne. Isabel may have been born in Mont Albert after they moved to Louise Avenue. Shirley was born after they moved to 20 Barton Street, Mont Albert. The children attended Mont Albert Central School.
Isabel Lillian (1921-1997) and Shirley Inez (1928-1968).
This is part of a large collection relating to the Deakin, Mair and Young families.

Significance

This is part of a large collection relating to the Deakin, Mair and Young families with many connections to Surrey Hills and Mont Albert.

Physical description

A black & white image of 2 young girls seated in a garden setting; the younger one is in the lap of the other and is holding a bunch of flowers.

Inscriptions & markings

On a label adhered to the top of the original: "Isabel & Shirley Jan. 1931"
Rear in lead pencil: "Isabel Lilian Mair / nursing her young sister / Shirley Inez Mair / 1931"

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