An article from an album of press clippings the relate to Melbourne Legacy in 1977. The photos and text show junior legatees were treated to a day on the water from the yachtsmen of Westernport, Somers and Merricks Yacht clubs. They queued for rides in Mirrors and Flying Dutchmen. One photo shows Junior Legatee Wayne Cowards on the trapeze of a Flying Dutchman. The boys were attending a legacy camp at Somers and the girls were at the Legacy Camp at Kew. The items were cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook with brown pages. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been scanned but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of outings and experiences that were provided for junior legatees and were published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article of Operation Float in 1977 pasted to brown page of a scrapbook.

operation float, junior legatee outings, camp

An article from 1977 about a scheme by the Education department whereby toys are donated to charities such as Legacy which was in place since 1949. Sometimes these toys and clothing were given to junior legatees at the Christmas party. The photo shows four boys from Dromana Technical School making toys in their woodworking class. They are Richard Freeman, Ray Bryant, Shane Matthews and Wayne Poulton. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of the scheme that provided gifts for Junior Legatees for many years since 1949.

Newspaper article about school boys donating toys made in 1977 pasted to brown page of a scrapbook.

christmas, christmas gifts, donations

Three press clippings about guest speakers at Legacy luncheons in 1977. Bill Fordyce was the only Australian survivor of the Great Escape from Stalag Luft III, a POW camp in Poland in World War 2. Also Professor Lance Townsend speaking on the salaries of doctors, and Mr Johnson, secretary of the Melbourne Cricket Club speaking about cricket. The items were cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been scanned but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of types of speakers that were invited to speak at Legacy luncheons, and that they spoke on a variety of topics.

Newspaper articles x 3 of guest speakers at Legacy luncheons in 1977 pasted to brown page of a scrapbook.

speakers, world war 2, bill fordyce

An article about the Westerns Suburbs Widows Club and their activities in their clubrooms. Members of the group in the photo were Mary Coxon, Elsie Reynolds, Bess Allen, B Simonson, Hetty Allen and Irene Warren. They were in the craft group. Other activities include a sewing group and card afternoons. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been scanned but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of the types of activities that were provided for legacy widows and which were published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article about Widows' club activities in 1977 pasted to brown page of a scrapbook.

Handwritten '27.4.1977' in blue pen

widows, craft, widows clubs, activities

An article about Ivanhoe Grammar School students who were involved in the school's 'activities week' where the student undertook community service. Legacy found six houses in need of painting and 66 boys were given the task. The Legacy widow, Mrs Drowley of Fairfield appreciated their work and provided tea and scones. Otherwise it was at no cost to her. Pictured were Neil Gaule, Matt Campbell, Con Markidis, Neil Jordan, Peter Augustes and Bruce Permezel. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of the types of services that Legacy helped arrange for the widows and which were published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article in the 'Heidelberger' newspaper about boys painting a Legacy widow's house in 1977 pasted to brown page of a scrapbook.

Stamped '24 Aug 1977' in purple ink.

widows, painters, ivanhoe grammar

Two articles with photos that relate to the Legacy dental clinic within Legacy House. Photos of Junior Legatees Heather Stone and Clare Smart getting free dental check up from Dr H G Thomson at the Legacy Dental Clinic. The articles were cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of services that Legacy provided for junior legatees and were published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article of Legacy's dental clinic in 1977 pasted to brown page of a scrapbook.

junior legatee outings, dental clinic, dentists

Two articles that relate to the Legacy appeal in 1977. The appeal was opened by the Governor of Victoria, Sir Henry Winneke. The articles were cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of the Governor being involved with Legacy Week which was published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article of the Legacy Appeal in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.

Handwritten 'The Sun Tuesday Aug 30 1977' in blue pen.

legacy appeal, governor of victoria, legacy week

Two articles that relate to the annual demonstration in 1977. The demonstration was called 'Legacy on Parade' for a number of years. The junior legatees were dressed in costumes, for the production of 'My Fair Lady'. They were Leanne Johnston and Terri Cott in long dressed, and Roseanne Whitehead as Eliza Doolittle and John Fiedler as her father Alfred. The articles were cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of publicity about the Annual Demonstration in 1977.

Newspaper article x 2 about the Annual Demonstration in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.

Stamped '2 SEP 1977' in purple ink.

annual demonstration, junior legatees

A newspaper article from 1977 that relates the story of Bill Duell. He became a junior legatee about 10 years prior when his father died. Later he served in Vietnam as a specialist vehicle operator. He then decided to join Legacy with the idea of helping other children enjoy some of the benefits he gained as a Legacy boy. He was also in the Police Force. It was part of publicising Legacy week. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of a junior legatee who became a Legatee and whose story was published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article about a junior legatee who became a legatee in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.

Stamped '31 Aug 1977' in purple ink.

legacy appeal, legacy week, police

A newspaper article from 1977 that relates the story of a Legacy widow, Margaret Fisher and two of her daughters who were about to graduate Prahran CAE and begin secretarial careers. It was part of publicising Legacy week. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of a widow and two junior legatees who had been helped by Legacy and whose story was published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article about two junior legatees that had been assisted by Legacy in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.

Stamped '31 Aug 1977' in purple ink.

legacy appeal, legacy week, junior legatees

A newspaper article from 1977 that promotes selling Legacy badges using a young girl, Sue Ksaiko of Anakie. It was part of publicising Legacy week. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of a young girl selling badges and whose story was published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article about a young badge seller in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.

Stamped '2 Sep 1977' in purple ink.

legacy appeal, legacy week, badge appeal

A newspaper article from 1977 when Prince Charles visited Australia. He attended Legacy headquarters in Sydney as part of his tour. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of Prince Charles being interested in Legacy and published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article about Prince Charles visiting Legacy in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.

Stamped '3 Nov 1977' in purple ink.

royal visit, prince charles

A newspaper article from 1977 that shows a junior legatee practicing archery at the Christmas Party held at Government House and hosted by the Governor, Sir Henry Winneke and his wife. The boy was Adrian Childs, 7 years old, from Frankston. The article was cut from the newspaper and pasted into a scrapbook. For many years Legacy kept scrapbooks of press clippings that related to their work and publicity. Not all pages have been listed individually but some are listed from 02164 to 02176.

A record of a Government House Christmas Party published in the press in 1977.

Newspaper article about the Government House Christmas Party in 1977 pasted in a scrapbook.

Stamped '12 Dec 1977' in purple ink.

christmas, governor of victoria