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
References
- Author, Initials year, Title of book, edition/volume, Editor/Reviser/Translator/Compiler, Publisher, City.
