Historical information

Found by a member of donor's family - donor is a grandson of Harry Meiers. three generations of his family lived at "the Bend" settlement, Port Melbourne

Physical description

Small ledger containing business records of boat builder Henry/Harry Meiers 1910 to 1912; He and his wife Lilian lived at Fishermens Bend, and he rowed each day to Williamstown where his business was located. The book was later used by Lilian for household expenses, shopping lists and food and medication recipes. From both business and domestic standpoints a most interesting record. Vertical book with dark red tape binding.

Inscriptions & markings

A toddler has scribbled on several pages. e.g 50-51