Historical information

This bag has been produced for school children to order their lunches from a school canteen. The bags were distributed by B & P Hoy, wholesalers who had a retail shop at 48 Kepler Street and a warehouse and office at 1074 Raglan Parade. (Approximate dates 1960s to 1980s)

Significance

This item is of interest as an example of local school lunch bags in the 1960s.

Physical description

A white paper bag with blue and red printing and sketches of five children, a dog, a skate board, an old time school master and the Australian flag. The bag opening has serrated edging.

Inscriptions & markings

B & P HOY WHOLESALERS
"THE MONEY SAVERS"
1074 RAGLAN PARADE
WARRNAMBOOL