Historical information

Prior to the election of female Councillors and Mayors from the 1960’s onwards the Mayoress role was one of the few ways women could be active in civic life. Mayoresses made important contributions to their local communities through their charity work and as ambassadors for their region on a state and at times, international level. They also undertook some Mayoral duties on occasions when the Mayor was unavailable. Laura Jane Truscott (nee Baxter) born New South Wales (1880-1967).

Physical description

Framed, oval photographic studio portrait. Hand coloured detail. Flat glass and print.

Inscriptions & markings

ll; Vincent Kelly / Bendigo. lr; Mrs A Truscott / Mayoress 1945 - 46

Mounting & framing

wood and glass

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