Physical description

An orange covered book with details printed in black: the title, As it Happened: The History of Coldstream, Gruyere, Yering and Killara Volume Four from 1941 to 1960 Part 1and a sepia photograph of mining at David Mitchell's property near Steele's Flats. David Mitchell is leaning against a tree in a suit, overcoat and hat, is watching the men at work. The author is printed below in black along with Lilydale & District Historical Society. There is a Contents page and Index at the back. Inside are detailed facts, photographs, posters and more. On the back cover printed in black is information about the this volume being split into two Parts - 1 and 2 with the index in Part 2.

Publication type

non-fiction

Inscriptions & markings

Stamped on the top of the title page is 'Mont de Lancey Historical Homestead Chapel, Kitchen & Museum Wandin Vic. 3139'. Written in black biro on the title page: 'Donated by: Peter &Lorraine Burgi April 2018'

Summary

Volume Four covers the final history of the area from 1941 - 1960, Parts 1 and 2. This Part 1 book is divided into sections covering family, sport, social life, disasters, transport, schools, business, Dame Nellie Melba and Lillydale Council. Includes extracts from newspapers, photographs and index. The development of agriculture and the wine industry is clearly described. Local murders, suicides, accidents and deaths are all reported. This volume in two parts is a wonderful resource for teachers, students and lovers of history.