Journal - Ski-Horizon Vol. 2 No 12, Ski-Horizon Vol. 2 No 21

Historical information

Ski-Horizon is the official journal of the Federation of Victorian Ski Clubs which began publication in 1949.
The were 26 original member clubs which included Albury Ski Club, Bogong Ski Club, Myrtleford Ski Club, Tallangatta and District Ski Club and Wangaratta Ski Club.
Two pioneers of Falls Creek, Tom Mitchell, M.L.A., and Martin Romuld were Vice-Presidents of the Federation.

Significance

This Journal is significant because it documents the early development of skiing in Victoria.

Physical description

The journal features stories and events chronicling developments in Victoria and internationally. Items related to the Falls Creek Area in this publication include:-
Page 3.
Reference to association between Tom and Elyne Mitchell and prominent American skier, Mr. Averell Harriman. Also members of the Albury Ski Club fined for swearing.
Page 5
A half page advertisement for Nissen Ski School with instructors, Ernest and Aurel Forras and Max Denham. It includes the slogan "Speed is the Thrill, Control the Art".

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