Historical information

The first signature at the top of the front cover is "Tom Dunphy 6th Batt". This was his invitation he had signed by attendee's.
He was very involved in the 6th Batt Association in Bendigo. Refer Cat No 1093 for items re Tom.

Physical description

Program folding card, front cover has two flags at top with a Rising Sun image under followed by the heading "Banquet", under is the date, place, then an image of a Soldier and Sailor. Inside has first page a list of "Toasts" and by whom, 3rd page is the extensive menu and last on rear the committee names of the Bendigo Branch.
The front cover has hand written names in pencil of those attending, inside has 4 names and rear is covered in names.

Inscriptions & markings

Main points:
"Banquet given to the ANZACS by the Retrurned Soldiers Association (Bendigo Branch) Monday 20th January 1919 Masonic Hall Bendigo - W Fozard Secretary"