Historical information

This watch was presented by the Shires of Blackburn and Mitcham to Miss Beatrice Neilson in recognition of her work with 'The Box Hill Reporter' 1927-1930 and in particular her faithful reporting of events in these shires. Miss Neilson joined the staff of 'The Age' in 1930 and retired in 1971.

Physical description

Small round gold watch.

Inscriptions & markings

'Miss B.H. Neilson/from/The President and Councillors/Shire of Blackburn and Mitcham/with best wishes/10.2.199930' (on back)