Historical information

See related Record 2201.20. Bendigo mining magnate George Lansell returned to home country England in 1880 but was petitioned to return by 2,628 Bendigo citizens in 1887 to help restore the city's declining mining industry. This illuminated address was likely a formal gesture of welcome and respect from the local mine managers upon his return in late 1887.

Physical description

A coloured photocopy of the Illuminated Address to George Lansell. Mounted on illustration board. Framed for Fossicking to Federation, August 2001. Markings 'Illuminated Address to George Lansell From the Mine Managers of Bendigo Presented upon Lansell's return from England.'