Historical information

Norman Thomas Henshaw operated a tailor's business in High Street, Wodonga for several years. He was born in Albury in 1891, the sone of WIlliam Henshaw and Ellen nee Goldsworthy. At various times, Norman operated a tailor business in Albury, Rutherglen, Beechworth and Wodonga. His business in High Street, Wodonga was advertised as being located opposite the Fire Brigade Hall. Mr. Henshaw died 10 September 1966 and his wife Agnes died on 30 July 1999, aged 107. They are buried in the Waugh Rd. cemetery in Albury, NSW

Significance

This item has local significance as it represents business which operated in Wodonga in the 1920s. It is also representative of a significant local family.

Physical description

A metal and enamel match box holder promoting Henshaw's Tailor in Wodonga. The back features a calendar for 1927.

Inscriptions & markings

On Front: "With compliments from/ N. T. Henshaw/ Tailor/ High Street "/ Wodonga/ G. & G. A/SIA. LTD.
On Back: 1927 Calendar
On Side: "STRIKE" N. T. HENSHAW / TO BE SUITED"