Brief Description

Letter and envelope written in black ink, from G. A. Syme to A. E. Rowden White thanking White for his present and sentiments regarding Syme's professional work.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association file; AMA Museum Catalogue

Brief Description

Indenture certificate of five year apprenticeship for Thomas Stillman to serve his father William, Surgeon and Apothecary at Steele Ashton. The indenture was subsequently transferred to Joshua Vardy of Surrey, upon William's death, 1844.

History of Object

Stillman arrived in Australia in 1852 and was the first Health Officer of Richmond. He came from Steeple Ashton, Wiltshire. The indenture of five years duration was transferred on 3rd January 1844 to Joshua Lambert Vardy of Stanford Street, Black Friars in Surrey

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed), wax, cloth and metal.

References

Supplementary file; Association file; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration number 503, 504, 505, 506.

Brief Description

Indenture of apprenticeship in the art and profession of Surgeon, Apothecary and Accoucheur, binding Robert Barlow to Richard Wallace F.R.C.S. for five years, for one hundred and seventy five pounds.

History of Object

The practice of apprenticeship as a means of gaining a medical education ended in 1858 with the creation of the General Council of Medical Education in England. Formerly a student could, after serving his apprenticeship, take his examination at one of the Royal Colleges.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (embossed), wax and metal (stamped).

References

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for employment by James Edward Neild, Physician Melbourne Hospital, for George Thomas Teague, dated 12 December 1873. Purple-blue paper with letterhead and a cream envelope.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association file; AMA Museum Catalogue; Correspondence file: Teague, Ken 1982.
See also registration numbers 533 to 560.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for employment by ? James, Honorary Surgeon Melbourne Hospital, Consulting Surgeon Children's Hospital, for George Thomas Teague, dated 2 February 1874. Envelope is embossed on back.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and embossed).

References

Association file; AMA Museum Catalogue; Correspondence file: Teague, Ken 1982.
See also registration numbers 533 to 560.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation by J. D. Bird, Lecturer Melbourne University, for G.T. Teague, dated 12th December 1873. On cream paper with letterhead.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association file; AMA Museum Catalogue; Correspondence file: Teague, Ken 1982.
See also registration numbers 533 to 560.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation from W.G. Howitt, honorary Surgeon to the Melbourne Hospital, for G.T, Teague, dated 1 January 1874. Off white paper and envelope.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association file; AMA Museum Catalogue; Correspondence file: Teague, Ken 1982.
See also registration numbers 533 to 560.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation by James Robertson M.A.M.D./L.R.C.S. Ed. Physician Melbourne Hospital, for George T. Teague. Letter dated 7 February 1874 and written on cream paper.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association file; AMA Museum Catalogue; Correspondence file: Teague, Ken 1982.
See also registration numbers 533 to 560.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated 21st June 1877, from Dr Finny, City of Dublin Hospital.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated 23rd June 1877, from Loftie Stoney.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated 4th May 1881, from Dr Arthur H. Benson, Assistant Surgeon at St. Mark's Hospital. Black border with embossed letterhead.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (embossed and printed).

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated 19th June 1877, from doctor with undeciphered signature, operating from 27 Harcourt Street.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
Also see registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated 23rd June 1877, from Dr Arthur V. Macan.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated 18th June 1877, from Dr Henry FitzGibbon of Dublin.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated June 1877, from Dr. W. Wheeler of the City of Dublin Hospital.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for W.B. Walsh, dated 18th June 1877, from Dr J. Hawlrey Benson.

History of Object

Came to cataloguer in envelope, registration 632.2.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File; AMA Museum Catalogue.
See also registration numbers 613 to 632.

Brief Description

Letter to A.E. Rowden White regarding life membership to the Public Library Society of Victoria. In blue ink, with black letterhead for the University of Melbourne.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653; particularly related to registration 633.

Brief Description

Letter to A.E. Rowden White, from W.A. Osborne, expressing thanks for White's assessment of his health.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653.

Brief Description

Carbon copy letter to the Editor of "The Sun", by A.E. Rowden White, regarding the contributions of Brigadier N. Hamilton Fairley to Malaria research. Typed on green paper, 3 sheets, unsigned.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653.

Brief Description

Letter from G. Paton to A.E. Rowden White, regarding the money being raised in the aftermath of the Wilson Hall fire. Letter and envelope with University of Melbourne letterhead.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653.

Brief Description

Letter from B. Newton to "Alf", concerning the movement of their practice's equipment and furniture in Newton's absence, dated 22nd October 1951.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653; particularly related to registrations 644, 645.

Brief Description

Letter to A.E. Rowden White from the Premier's Department, regarding the La Trobe Library foundation stone and Chief architect. Typed, with Premier's Department letterhead.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653.

Brief Description

Draft of memorandum by C.V. MacKay with his cover note, concerning the Peter MacCallum Clinic, and professional relationships regarding specialists.

History of Object

14 January 1952

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653.

Brief Description

Excerpt from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians Executive meeting, of 6 December 1951, regarding activities of the National Health and Medical Research Council.

History of Object

14 January 1952

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653.

Brief Description

Letter to A.E.R. White from C. Fitts, regarding a Glenelg practice's valuation and the situation of the partners.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653; particularly related to registrations 639, 645.

Brief Description

Letter to A.E.R. White from C. Fitts, regarding the disposal of equipment and furniture from a Glenelg practice partnership.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 633 to 653; particularly related to registrations 639, 644.

Brief Description

Business letter to the Bank of Victoria from C.J. Trood, requesting that shares be sold to clear an estate of debt.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 519 to 522, 563 to 568, 657 to 673.

Brief Description

Letter of recommendation for C.J. Trood by Dr J.W Florance of Mooroopna Hospital, dated 28th June 1889. Blue-ruled paper.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 519 to 522, 563 to 568, 657 to 673.

Brief Description

Copy of letter of recommendation for C.J. Trood by Dr J. Heily, dated 30th June 1889. Blue-lined paper.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 519 to 522, 563 to 568, 657 to 673.

Brief Description

Copy of letter of recommendation for C.J. Trood by W. Welchman. Pale brown lined paper and severe ink stain. Not dated.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 519 to 522, 563 to 568, 657 to 673.

Brief Description

Copy of letter of recommendation for C.J. Trood by the Members of Committee of the Mooroopna Hospital. Blue lined paper. Not dated.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 519 to 522, 563 to 568, 657 to 673.

Brief Description

Copy of letter of recommendation for C.J. Trood by Reverend H.H. Finlay. Brown lined paper.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 519 to 522, 563 to 568, 657 to 673.

Brief Description

Typewritten letter to J.W. Springthorpe from John Monash in London, dated 19th September 1919, touching on Monash's post-Armistice activities and the uncertainty of his immediate future.

History of Object

Letter of thanks sent to Dr Guy Springthorpe, 1 Oct 1971. Received 24/12/1970?

Materials and Finishes

Paper (embossed).

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 674 to 677.

Brief Description

Manuscript biography of J.E. Neild by personal acquaintance Fairlie Taylor, entitled, "James Edward Neild, L.S.A. (Lond.) M.D.(Melb.)" and includes clipping, photo and invitation card.

History of Object

A brief history of the preparation of the biography is in the Correspondence File. Photo is numbered as item 2 in this catalogue entry in case it separates from the manuscript.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and photographic) and cardboard.

References

Correspondence File: Taylor, Fairlie (Mrs.); Association File.

Brief Description

Copy of letter by J. Robertson to the University of Melbourne, informing it of his candidacy for Lecturer on the Theory and Practice of Medicine, dated 1864. Copy made c.1950.

History of Object

Copy of MS Letter file No. 353, Robertson, J.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 679 to 688.

Brief Description

Letter to J. Robertson from W.E. Gladstone, touching on the latter's inability to assist Robertson to emigrate whilst pleased to recommend him. Envelope bears red seal. Dated 7th February 1853.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and wax.

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 679 to 688.

Brief Description

Short biography document about J. Robertson by M.G. Robertson.

History of Object

The Margaret and Theodora mentioned in this paper were the aunts of the donors.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File; Donors' information, 7 May 1973.
Also see registration numbers 679 to 688.

Brief Description

Manuscript outlining J. Robertson's voyage to and observations about Australia in 1853. Rough handwritten copy, rough typewritten copy and biographical notes (typed).

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Association File.
Also see registration numbers 679 to 687.

Brief Description

Confidential handbill advising the Rules of the Advisory Board to the Women's Hospital, as adopted at meeting of 29 June 1910.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Business letter to Dr J.W. Johnstone from J. Smibert, suggesting Johnstone should toast the first Tracy-Maund Dinner, and enclosing a copy of the constitution. Royal Women's Hospital letterhead. Dated 8th December 1967.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and metal.

References

Particularly related to registration numbers 730 to 732.

Brief Description

Business letter to Dr J.W. Johstnone from J. Smibert, regarding Johnstone's $500 founding contribution to the Tracy-Maund Memorial Committee. Royal Women's Hospital letterhead. Dated 27th October 1966.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Particularly related to registration numbers 729 to 732.

Brief Description

Business letter to A.J. Cunningham from J.W. Johnstone, which originally included a cheque for the Tracy-Maund Trust Fund Account. Yellow paper. Dated 18th December 1967.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Particularly related to registration numbers 729 to 732.

Brief Description

Carbon copy letter to the Honorary Secretary from J.W. Johsnstone, contributing money to the Tracy-Maund Memorial Committee. Paper cut at bottom so that letter is incomplete.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Particularly related to registration numbers 729 to 731.

Brief Description

Carbon copy of professional letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, re: the liver tumour of a 26-year-old woman, dated 4 July 1962.

History of Object

Addressed to "Riverside", Nancledra, Penzance, Cornwall.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Paritcularly see registration number 779.

Brief Description

Professional air letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, re: the liver tumour of a 26-year-old woman, dated 10 July 1962.

History of Object

Addressed to Department of Pathology, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Particularly see registration number 778.

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis expressing thanks for sympathy from Dr and Mrs Rodda, dated 23 October 1962.

History of Object

Addressed to 32 Melrose Street, Dunedin, N.Z.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of professional letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, offering hospitality during Willis' visit to Australia, dated circa 1973.

History of Object

Addressed to "Inverdee", Delavor Road, Heswall, Cheshire, England, and copy also sent to Dr Gladstone Osborne, 28 Roscommon Road, Florest Park, W.A. 6014.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, outlining Willis' travelling plans in Australia, dated 2 September 1973.

History of Object

Addressed care of G.R. Osborn, Perth, W.A., Australia.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of professional letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, suggesting agenda for Willis' visit to Tasmania, dated 7 September 1973.

History of Object

Addressed care of Mr J.H. Willis, 102 Male Street, North Brighton, Vic., 3186.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Professional letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, re: arrangements for accommodation during Willis' visit to Tasmania, and slides for his talk, dated 15 September 1973.

History of Object

Addressed care of 102 Male Street, Nth Brighton, Vic., 3186.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of business letter from R. Rodda to Vice Chancellor, University of Tasmania, seeking that R.A. and J.H. Willis be official visitors and given a luncheon, dated 11 October 1973. Includes enclosure of abstracts about the brothers.

History of Object

Addressed to Sir George Cartland, C.B.E., Vice Chancellor, and copy sent to Prof. Cobbold, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of professional letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, re: arrangements for accommodation and travel in Tasmania, dated 11 October 1973.

History of Object

Addressed c/- Mr J.H. Willis, 102 Male Street, Nth Brighton, 3186.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Business letter from Vice Chancellor, University of Tasmania, to R. Rodda, agreeing to hold a luncheon for the Willis brothers, dated 18 October 1973.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of business letter from R. Rodda to the Vice Chancellor, University of Tasmania, thanking him for arranging luncheon for the Willis brothers, dated 26 October 1973.

History of Object

Addressed to Sir G. Cartland, C.M.G., Vice Chancellor.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of professional letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, re: a University luncheon for the Willis brothers. Letter dated 26 Octboer 1973.

History of Object

Addressed to, c/- Mr J.H. Willis, 102 Male Street, Nth Brighton, 3186.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Professional letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, confirming bookings for accommodation and flights, dated 30 October 1973.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of business letter from R.A. Rodda to the Vice Chancellor, University of Tasmania, enclosing a suggested guest list for the Willis brothers' luncheon, dated 6 December 1973.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Professional letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, confirming flight number and subject of talk, dated 4 January 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of professional letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, confirming accommodation booked for Willis' brother and sister-in-law, dated 15 January 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of professional letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, acknowledging Willis' choice of topic for his talk, being "Mode of spread of malignant tumours", dated 16 January 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

General letter from R. Rodda sa invitation to R.A. Willis' lecture, "The modes of spread of malignant tumours"; dated 21 January 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Collection of business letters to R. Rodda, concerning attendance at R.A. Willis' lecture, "The modes of spread of malignant tumours" at Clinical School, University of Tasmania.

History of Object

For listing of people whose response is in this collection, see Supplementary File.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and metal.

References

Supplementary File.

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to R. and L. Rodda, expressing thanks for their hospitality, whilst he visited Tasmania, dated 5 February 1974.

History of Object

Written at 31 Clarence Street, Launceston.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis to L. and R. Rodda, relating his homecoming to Cheshire, dated 15 March 1974.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Rd, Heswall, Cheshire. Addressed to 536 Churchill Avenue, Sandy Bay, Hobart, Tasmania.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, regarding Rodda's wish to visit Willis whilst touring the U.K., dated 14 October 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to R. and L. Rodda, re: conflicting travel plans preventing their meeting in England, dated 19 October 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, re: possibility of meeting in January, dated 11 November 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, ivniting the Roddas to stay at "Inverdee", dated 13 November 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, suggesting a weekend visit at "Inverdee", dated 21 November 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to R. and L. Rodda, giving directions to "Inverdee" for the Roddas' visit, dated 25 November 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, confirming a weekend visit in early 1975, dated 3 December 1974.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis to R. and L. Rodda, telling of his personal news and intention to stay six months in Australia, dated 4 May 1975.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", to 536 Churchill Avenue, Sandy Bay, Hobart, Tasmania.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, relating the Roddas' return to Tasmania, dated 19 June 1975.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, agreeing to stay with the Roddas again, in 1976, dated 22 July 1975.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", to 536 Churchill Ave., Sandy Bay, Hobart.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, acknowledging Willis' intention to visit in 1976, dated 19 September 1975.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to R. Rodda, requesting firm dates for his visit to Tasmania in 1976, dated 4 December 1975.

History of Object

Addressed from 102 Male Street.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, giving dates for Willis' visit and lecture, dated 12 December 1975.

History of Object

Addressed to 102 Male Street, North Brighton, 3186.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to R. and L. Rodda, giving flight details and lecture topic, dated 23 December 1975.

History of Object

Addressed from 102 Male Street, North Brighton.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, advising that Willis would be met at airport, dated 19 January 1976.

History of Object

Addressed to 102 Male Street, North Brighton, 3186.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Collection of replies to R. Rodda regarding attendance at R.A. Willis' lecture on 2 February 1976 at the University of Tasmania, entitled "Some unusual embryonic and other tumours in children".

History of Object

Replies from Dr Bradleuy, Launceston; R.S. Parsons, Hobart; John Keall, Launceston; C.H. Kellard, South Hobart; E.T. Cusick, Royal Hobart Hospital.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to L. and R. Rodda, expressing thanks for their attention during his second visit, dated 4 February 1976.

History of Object

Addressed from 102 Male Street, North Brighton, Vic., 3186, to 536 Churchill Ave., Sandy Bay, Hobart.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Greeting card from R.A. Willis to L. and R. Rodda, for Xmas and the new year, 1977. Card has drawing of woodmouse on the front. Dated 8 November 1976.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Road.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis to L. and R. Rodda, describing his activities of late including visitors and gardening, dated 4 August 1976.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Road, to 536 Churchill Ave., Sandy Bay, Hobart.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis to R. and L. Rodda, describing his visitors and health of late, dated 14 December 1977.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Road, to 536 Churchill Ave., Sandy Bay, Hobart, Tasmania, 7005.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to L. and R. Rodda, postponing the date suggested by the Roddas for a meeting in England until 1979, dated circa October 1978.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Road.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from R.A. Willis to L. and R. Rodda, suggesting a day-visit to his home, dated 12 November 1978.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Road.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Carbon copy of personal letter from R. Rodda to R.A. Willis, agreeing to visit Willis at "Inverdee" in January, dated 30 November 1978.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis to R. and L. Rodda, relating his health and the rewriting of Borderland of Emb.(?) and Pathology, dated 12 December 1979.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Road, to 536 Churchill Ave., Sandy Bay, Hobart.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Personal letter from J.H. Willis to R. Rodda, announcing the death of R.A. Willis on 26 March 1980, and describing his condition leading to death, dated 2 April 1980.

History of Object

Author of letter, Dr J.H. Willis, was R.A. Willis' brother. Addressed from 102 Male Street, Brighton, Vic., 3186.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Copy of personal letter from R. and L. Rodda to Betty Rewell, surviving daughter of R.A. Willis, expressing sympathy for her father's death, dated 14 April 1980.

History of Object

Addressed from 536 Churchill Ave., Sandy Bay, Tasmania, 7005.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Personal air letter from R.A. Willis' daughter, Betty Rewell, to L. and R. Rodda, thanking them for their condolences, dated 20 July 1980.

History of Object

Addressed from "Inverdee", Delavor Road, to 536 Churchill Ave., Sandy Bay, Tasmania, 7005.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Postcard from C. Richet to E.H. Embley, regarding the subject of chloroform, written in French.

History of Object

Addressed to E.H. Embley, Hon. Anaesthetist to the M. Hospital, Melbourne, Australia, from Charle Richet.

Materials and Finishes

Cardboard (printed).

References

Brief Description

Typed copy of letter by Arthur Halford to "Louie", regarding the Halford Oration on 26 November 1928 at Albert Hall, Canberra. Original letter dated 2 December 1928; copy typed in 1982.

History of Object

Addressed from The Australia, Sydney.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (typed).

References

Brief Description

Brown-cloth bound testimonial to A.C. Brownless from his patients at both the Metropolitan Dispensary and the Royal General Dispensary, 1849.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed), cardboard and cloth (gilt).

References

Brief Description

Letter regarding F. Howlett as gardener and registrar's accountant at University of Melbourne, and re: his illuminated address in 1878. Signed by staff, from C.E. Howlett to G. James.

History of Object

Addressed to Miss (or Mrs) G. James, of Ferny Creek; Addressed from Charles E. Howlett, 18 Pasley Street, South Yarra, SEI. Letter written in response to James' article in the "Age" thep revious day. C.E. Howlett was grandson to F. Howlett.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Passport for Professor H.B. Allen (British Subject) M.D., to travel on the Continent, issued by the Earl of Salisbury, 1890. In the form of an open letter/certificate. Dated 28 July 1890.
? Manuscript or letterpress

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and ink.

References

Brief Description

Business letter to H.B. Allen about testing "Christia" from Thomas Christy & Co., 1902. Inscribed on sheet bearing company letterhead and dated, 03/10/1902.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper and ink.

References

Brief Description

Letter to H.B. Allen regarding plans for a proposed laboratory for a university medical science department.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper, ink

References

Brief Description

Copy of application letter from H.B. Allen for office of Professor of Descriptive and Surgical Anatomy and of Pathology in the University of Melbourne, dated 27 November 1882.

History of Object

Original written by H.B. Allen on 27-11-1882; copy most likely made c.1970.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 905 to 908.

Brief Description

Copy of list of appointments held by H.B. Allen, in support of his application for office of Professor of Descriptive and Surgical Anatomy and of Pathology in the University of Melbourne, 1882.

History of Object

Original written by H.B. Allen in 1882; copy most likely made c.1970.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 904 to 908.

Brief Description

Copy of list of Honours obtained by H.B. Allen in the University of Melbourne, in support of his application for office of Professor of Descriptive and Surgical Anatomy, and of Pathology, 1882.

History of Object

Original written by H.B. Allen in 1882; copy most likely made c.1970.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 904 to 908.

Brief Description

Copy of correspondence record of letter from Dr Allen to Melbourne University, re: application for Professorship of Anatomy and Pathology, 1882.

History of Object

Original written by H.B. Allen 27 November 1882; copy most likely made c.1970.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 904 to 908.

Brief Description

Copy of business letter to H.B. Allen, advising his appointment as Professor of Descriptive and Surgical Anatomy and Pathology, from the University of Melbourne, dated 28 November 1882.

History of Object

Original written by E.F. a'Beckett on 28 November 1882; copy most likely made c.1970.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 904 to 908.

Brief Description

Copy of correspondence record of letter from H.B. Allen acknowledging distinction, suggesting a museum and requesting residence in Melbourne University grounds, dated 4 December 1882.

History of Object

Original dated 4 December 1882; copy most likely made c.1970.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 903 and 910.

Brief Description

Copy of letter from H.B. Allen re: necessity for him to live in the University grounds, to the University of Melbourne. 1882.

History of Object

Original written by H.B. Allen, 1882; copy most likely made c.1970.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 903 and 909.

Brief Description

Professional letter from A. Watson to H.B. Allen, discussing his examination of a hydrocephalic patient, dated 5 August 1907.

History of Object

Skeleton of the hydrocephalic case is in the museum.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Supplementary File (has photographs and negatives of man from whom the skeleton was derived).

Brief Description

Letter: 4-page letter from "Dad" to "Duc", re: the situation with Crankless Engines Ltd. shares, dated 2 August 1926.

History of Object

Addressed from Clappath House, Durham.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Letter from "Dad" to "Duc" regarding lecture, shares and personal matters, dated 2 August 1926.

History of Object

Addressed from Clappeth House, Durham.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Short list of instruments including Grayson ruling machine, meter and resistance equipment, by W. Stone.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Business letter from C. Liggins to W. Stone re: Liggin's idea for a shock absorber for wheels. Dated 29 October 1941.

History of Object

Addressed from "Brooklyn", ?Wyaydon Street.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Reminder and "shopping" list in pencil, for surveying instruments, clocks and scientific institutions' addresses. Dated 22 April 1950.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Note requesting X-ray of left foot fracture, to Dr Laurence from H. Barry Thomson, dated 2 November 1911.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

See also registration numbers 1077 to 1081.

Brief Description

Dedicatory document to Professor Peter MacCalluym in 1925, signed by members of his Monday afternoon classes.

History of Object

N.B.: When item was originally catalogued, the frame was removed; many detached frames were badly warped and damaged after several years, and were subsequently discarded (1992) - including the frame for this item.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and cardboard.

References

Brief Description

Dedicatory document or epistle to Dr Felix Meÿer in 1885, upon his retirement from the Lying-in Hospital, from the Infirmary wards. Gilt geometric border; bears a large number of signatures.

History of Object

N.B.: When item was originally catalogued, the frame was removed; many detached frames were badly warped and damaged after several years, and were subsequently discarded (1992) - including the frame for this item.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (painted) and cardboard (painted and gilt).

References

Brief Description

Official letter from the Commander-in-Chief to Lieutenant Colonel King, in appreciation of his active service during WWII. Dated 1946.

History of Object

Letter addressed to VX199, Lt.-Col. E.S.J. King, Cl-HQ, VIC. L. OF C. AREA.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Cover letter from Buckingham Palace to E.S.J. King, commanding he wear the accompanying medal for Queen Elizabeth II coronation, 1953.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Epistle or formal letter from the City of Prahran to Major E.J.S. King, thanking him for enlisting in the A.I.F. Blue and red floral border, red paper city seal. Dated 1940.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Series of testimonials for Alexander Park, in 1894, specially typeset and printed, and pinned together at upper left corner.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Assortment of congratulatory letters concerning G. Carl de Gruchy's election as F.R.C.P. in 1966. Includes replies from de Gruchy to his well-wishers.

History of Object

Congratulatory letters from Sir Kemson Maddox; M.C.G. Israëls; Sir Ronald Bodley Scott; Max L. Rosenheim; Ian J. Wood.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and cardboard (printed).

References

File: Supplementary File: see file for list of names of correspondents.

Brief Description

Tender contract document for the "passage, accommodation and diet of persons to be embarked for Melbourne" aboard the "Statesman" in 1853. Form D, No. 11.

History of Object

Back page of document has a "List of Medicines etc. required for every 100 persons."

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Document detailing subscriptions to the testimonial for James Robertson in 1852, totalling £55-17/-.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Manuscript by James Robertson, describing his impressions of Melbourne upon his arrival in 1853.

History of Object

Good pimary source research material.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Draft of Curriculum Vitae for Dr. C.E.V. Sutherland; includes details of his proposed research in 1949 on the eczema-asthma sequence.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Poem entitled, "Happiness", in typescript form; by C.E.V. Sutherland.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Letter of application for the position of Pathologist to the Venereal Diseases Clinic, Melbourne Hospital, from C.E.V. Sutherland, 1927.

History of Object

Sutherland's address is noted.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Assortment of seventeen letters of recommendation or testimonial for Charles E.V. Sutherland, 1920-1923, from hospitals in England and Australia.

History of Object

Hospitals listed as followed: - Prince of Wales General Hospital (Tottenham); Hospital for Sick Children (Brisbane); Warrnambool Hosptial and Benevolent Asylum; Infectious Diseases Hospital (Fairfield); St. Pancras Hospital (London).

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Letter advising examination appointment time from the Royal College of Physicians to C.E.V. Sutherland.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Letter advising successful examination and appointment for admission to the Royal College of Physicians to C.E.V. Sutherland, 1924.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Letter attached to William Turton's "prize poems", dated 1807, dedicated to King George and Admiral Nelson.

History of Object

Translation by Mr Littlejohn: "To that most august servant and patron of literature
most excellent judge of scientific
Prince of Wales, George who was born to be the greatest son of the King of Britain let these poems be given and dedicated… Poems to the everlasting but sad memory of Nelson who with last breath did uphold the mighty name of England, who suffered that end which a man, in the full bloom of life is so often called upon to suffer and who in his death throes gained the honour of a great naval victory and attained the greatest heights by th___ fortunate in ___ action. Dedication Gulielmus Turton, M.D., F.L.S., Swansea, Wallia, 1807."

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Letter of recommendaiton for Dr. Rutter in 1864, from Dr. William ?Lennon.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

Diary written by Thoams Hewlett in 1862 to 1862, during his voyage on the "Marion Luren" from Cork to Melbourne.

History of Object

This is primary historical research material.

Materials and Finishes

Paper, cardboard and cloth (coated).

References

Brief Description

Apprenticeship indenture for Thomas Hewlett, aged 14 in 1849, to train under surgeon John Sister of York county, costing £40 obtained from clergy charity money.

History of Object

Thomas Hewlett's father (deceased before 1849) was Reverend, Rector of Little Hambridge in Essex county. The indenture's reverse shows that Hewlett completed his apprenticeship on 29 September 1855.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Last will and testament of Thomas Hewlett, dated 18 May 1904, with 2 codicils accompanying it.

History of Object

Codicils dated 7 August 1904 and 13 September 1904. Those to benefit from the Will were coachman John Frawley, wife Millicent Sophia, sons Arthur and Herbert, and grandson Basil Hewlett Keogh. Other people mentioned are Hamilton Graves Fitts (woolclasser), E.B. Fitts and Chrisitna Rankin. The will also mentions the locations of Hewlett's four properties.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Letter informing Thomas Hewlett that he has been appointed Honorary Relieving Medical Officer in 1896 to the Melbourne Hospital for Sick Children, until 21 August 1899.

History of Object

The Melbourne Hospital for Sick Children was then located in Pelham Street, Carlton.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Collection of eighteen letters of recommendation of Thomas Hewlett from staff at St. Bartholomew's Hospital.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed, embossed and ink).

References

Brief Description

House contents inventory drawn up from the property of Thomas Hewlett or his inheriting family; in five cases, and all apparently sold off. Five pages.

History of Object

The articles inventoried were stored at W. Murray and Co.'s Wool Works, Clifton Hill (interestingly, Fitts was a woolclasser - see registration number 2753). Valuations written, so articles were possibly sold. See registration number 2753, Hewlett's will, for dispersal of household contents.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink) and metal.

References

Brief Description

Colleciton of nine congratulatory letters on the 50th anniversary of H.M. Hewlett's association with Radiology in 1946. Various individuals and associations.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Letter accepting resignation of H.M. Hewlett as Honorary Radiologist to the Children's Hospital, 1934, but appointing him Honorary Consulting Radiologist.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

See also registration number 2767.

Brief Description

Personal letter to H.M. Hewlett from his sister Edi (Edith J. Keogh), 1895. Written in Victoria to Hewlett in Scotland.

History of Object

This is primary source material - tells of financial difficulties and news of the family.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Personal letter to H.M. Hewlett in 1896 from Haimlton G. Fitts, regarding the death of Hewlett's sister Edith Keogh.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Letter acknowledging H.M. Hewlett's resignation in 1934 as senior Radiologist at St. Vincent's Hospital, but noting he will now be Honorary Consulting Radiologist.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

See also registration number 2761.

Brief Description

Letter to H.M. Hewlett in 1954 informing him of a proposal to appoint him as an Honorary Member of the Paediatric Society of Victoria for his contributions.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Letter of appreciation and courtesy to H.M. Hewlett from the No. 5 Australian General Hospital, 1919, acknowledging his services and informing him of the newly-appointed radiologist.

History of Object

Letter names Captain Ferguson Lemon as new radiologist; signed by Captain H.E. Featherston.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Courtesy letter to Honorary Captain H.M. Hewlett in 1932 from the Australian Military Forces, advising him that his reitrement had been gazetted.

History of Object

Signed by Colonel R.M. Downes, D.D.M.S. 3rd Military District.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Four letters of recommendation of H.M. Hewlett, discussing his work with skiaography and radiology, dated 1913, for position of skiaographer at Melbourne Hospital.

History of Object

Recommendations from Richard Stawell, D. Murray, ?Morton, G. Rothwell Aadms, L.P. Danhill.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Letter to H.M. Hewlett in 1951 from the Australasian Institute of Radiography, advising his election to Honorary Fellow of the Institute.

History of Object

Mentions three Honorary Fellows: Dr. A.T. Nisbet, Prof. Arthur Schuler and Mr. C.H. Marshall.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Two letters of recommendation for H.M. Hewlett in 1896, after his course work and practical work at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Edinburgh.

History of Object

Letters from John Thomson and T.R. Murditch.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (embossed).

References

Brief Description

Letter from the Children's Hospital acknowledging H.M. Hewlett's resignation in 1914 as Honorary Attending Medical Officer and re-election as Honorary Skiagraphist.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Letter from the Australian College of Dentistry in 1915, acknowledging the resignation of H.M. Hewlett as Lecturer in Physiology.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Booklet of testimonials for H.M. Hewlett, dated 1895 and 1896, from staff in Edinburgh and Melbourne.

History of Object

Note that came with booklet reads, "I am sure the Joseph Bell (page 8) is the man Conan Doyle took as his model for Sherlock Holmes. I have often heard Dad say so."

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Minutes of the 13th annual general meeting of the Australian and New Zealand Association of Radiologists, 1947. H.M. Hewlett's honorary membership is unanimously accepted.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and metal.

References

Brief Description

Letter from May Brooke to H.M. Hewlett in 1937, relating personal news.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Note written by H.M. Hewlett on his Melbourne Mansions note-paper, listing the dates of deaths of his parents and siblings.

History of Object

Telephone number was 6922 (Melbourne).

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Manuscript of Editorial by Susan Carden for the 1984 edition of "Speculum." Two foolscap pages written in pen ink.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Four letters of recommendation for Adelaide Gault in 1923, after her coursework at Melbourne Hospital.

History of Object

Recommendations from Basil Kilvington, Melbourne Hospital; B.T. Zwar, Melbourne Hospital; F. Blois Lawton, Melbourne Hospital; and R.P. McMeekin, Melbourne Hospital.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Brief Description

Four letters of recommendation for L.F. Freemantle, 1923. Most from Melbourne Hospital; plus envelope.

History of Object

Recommendations from W.S. Littlejohn, Principal, Scotch College; Kondad Hiller, Melbourne Hospital as well as Eye and Ear Hospital; Basil Kilvington, Melbourne Hospital; and J.R. Williams, Melbourne Hospital.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Brief Description

Two letters of recommendation for L.M. Smith in 1923, plus envelope.

History of Object

Recommendations from Sidney V. Sewell, Melbourne Hospital; and W.G.D. Upjohn, Melbourne Hospital and Children's Hospital.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Brief Description

Five letters of recommendation for J.L. Meagher in 1923, all for coursework atSt. Vincent's Hospital. In envelope.

History of Object

Recommendations from J. Newman Morris, St. Vincent's Hospital; A.E. Rowden White, St. Vincent's Hospital and Children's Hospital; D. Murray Morton, St. Vincent's Hospital; H.B. Devine, St. Vincent's Hospital; and C. Gordon Shaw, St. Vincent's Hospital.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Brief Description

Printed testimonial letter (probably a later copy of an original) written by Dr. George Haliford for Dr. Octavius Vernon Lawrence, who was applying for the position of Demonstrator at the University of Melbourne. The letter is dated 12 December 1871.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Printed leaflet containing copies of 23 testimonials, attesting to the relevant work experience, academic achievements and character of Dr. Octavius Vernon Lawrence, regarding his application for the position of Medical Superintendent to the Melbourne Hospital.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Seven letters of recommendation for Nurse Mary McKee in 1893, from the Alfred Hospital staff.

History of Object

Donor was daughter of Mary McKee.
Letters from Henry Maudsley; James T. Rudall; Henry O'Hara; M.D. Farquharson (matron); W. Henry Embling; R.V.M. Anderson; R.E. Norman.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink, printed and embossed).

References

File: Correspondence File: Hutton, Mrs. E.

Brief Description

Two letters of recommendaiton for Nurse Mary McKee in 1898, from Southern Cross and Norseman Hospitals.

History of Object

Donor was daughter of Mary McKee.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Brief Description

Autograph of Dr. (later Sir) Frederick G. Banting and colleague, written in 1939 on Royal York, Toronto, letterhead paper. Clipping of Banting's death included.

History of Object

Banting discovered insulin. Donor wrote (in Correspondence File), "When I was a first year medical student at Sheffield University, U.K., I was retruning to U.K. in November 1939 from the Bahamas via Canada. Crossing the Atlantic on board the 'Duchess of Richmond' was Dr. F. Banting, (late Sir Frederick). I obtained the enclosed autograph from Sir F. Banting and at the time he said to me with a twinkle in his eye, 'You might as well have my colleague's signature too - one day he'll be famous.' Hence the additional signature - I don't know if he ever achieved fame!"

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

File: Correspondence File: Stewart, Dr. E., 1975/04/24.

Brief Description

Form letter from the Melbourne Medical Association, to R. Wettenhall, in 1920, informing him that he had been elected a full member.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Series of five letters from Dr. Herman Lawrence to Dr. Roland Wettenhall, seeking help in drafting a paper on skin conditions in Australia. Written in 1935.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Brief Description

Assortment of ten letters of recommendation (or character referencse) for W.G.A. Fox [non-medical man].

History of Object

Letters from: Alan M. Meudell (Surveyor); Lt. Col. H.W. Bryant; Jason Amess; Lt. Col. G. Horne; W. Perry Wilkinson (Commonwealth Analyst); J. Bassett (Chief Valuer, State Rivers and Water Supply Commission).

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Draft letter by G.S. Christie in 1949 to the Royal Australian College of Surgeons regarding his Gordon Craig Scholarship and his desire for a further deferral and extension.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and graphite).

References

Brief Description

Collection of letters and memos concerning the Mental Hygiene Authority, with reference to Dr. L.J.C. Mitchell, 1955-57.

History of Object

Donor is the daughter of Dr. L. Mitchell.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed, ink and graphite).

References

File: Correspondence File. Mitchell, Lorna. 30/11/1975.

Brief Description

Assortment of letters concerning the Schools Medical Servives with reference to the visually impaired students and teacher training and classes.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed, ink and graphite).

References

Brief Description

Two letters regarding the history of the Ohio Sight Saving Classes, 1958.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Photocopy of memorandum, possibly by H.B. Allen, entitled, "Memorandum of Duties and Conditions of Appointment of Assistant to the Pathological Laboratory," 1896.

History of Object

Photocopy of original obtained through (William) Bill Preston.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

See Supplementary File for typed version.

Brief Description

Assortment of eight letters written by George Christie to Merv P. Hogarty. Covers a seven year period, 1971-77.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Correspondence File: Hogarty, Merv P., letter dated 21/6/1983 to Mr. D. Cahill.

Brief Description

Business letter from Sir James Barrett to Professor Young, seeking a reference on the physiological action of alcohol. Dated 12 July 1922.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

File: Correspondence File. Gandevia, Bryan. Undated letter to Frank (? Forster).

Brief Description

Photocopy of business letter from the Melbourne Medical Assocation, dated 1892, to secure a club room at the Stock Exchange Building. Personalisted letter on reverse.

History of Object

Dr. Henderson's address was at Collins Street, his letter dated 9/6/1892. Charles Goodall was Honorary Secretary. Members named: Amess; Anderson, A.V.; Anderson, L.W.; Bond; Boyd; Cole; Craig; Crowther; Daish; Dyring; Embley; Flanagan; Goodall; Howard; Joske; Kenny; Lewers; Liddle; Loosli; Meyer; Mille; Molloy; Moloney; Mullen; Rennie; Rinder; Snowball; Springthorpe; Stirling; Wilkinson, A.M.; Wood, A.J.; Wood, W.A.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

File: Correspondence File. Murphy, Leonard. Letter dated March 9th (no year).

Brief Description

Reprint letter to the Editor by L. Colebrook, entitled, "Serum Prophylaxis and Puerperal Sepsis", Lancet, December 15, 1934, pp.1367-68.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Circular letter from the Consultative Council on Poliomyelitis (Dept. of Health) in 1956, issuing a checklist entitled, "Diagnostic Criteria for Poliomyelitis".

History of Object

Diagnostic consultant panel: Colebatch, J.; Hagger, T.D.; Hutson, A.M.; Nicholson, Norrene; Powell, Moslyn L.; Robinson, M.J.; Turner, Elizabeth; Wait, L.P.; Williams, Stanley; Wettenhall, N.B.; Agar, J.M.; Baldwin, G.J.B.; Berryman, C.B.; Hutton-Jones, B.O.; Sawrey, C.E. Chairman: W.G.D. Upjohn.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Letter written by N. McA. Gregg to I.J. Wood, 21 July 1960. Subject of letter regards slides that Wood requirest for a lecture on "Great Australians".

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and ink).

References

Brief Description

Photocopy of a letter by I.J. Wood to W. Upjohn on the subject of R. Hamilton Russell, 1957.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and metal.

References

File: Correspondence file. Wood, Ian J., dated 15/7/1968.

Brief Description

Assortment of nine letters to I.J. Wood regarding his reprint articles on blood transfusion, 1936.

History of Object

Letters from, Sir Robert Hutchison; Sir Hugh Devine; Sir Thomas Dunhill; H.L. Marriott; James P. Ainslei; Harold R. Dew; S.A. Graczyk; L.J. Witty (?); Sir Francis Fraser.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Circular letter to private practitioners from the Medical Society of Victoria's Sub-Committee, 1905, seeking information on Puerperal Sepsis.

History of Object

May be related to A.J. Wood?

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Business letter from W. Dunbar Hooper to the Honorary Secretary of the Medical Society of Victoria, 28 August 1905.

History of Object

A.J. Wood was the Honorary Secretary of the M.S.V. Motion seconded by Dr. Norman MacArthur.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

Brief Description

Commonwealth of Australia Certificate of Introduction for Dr. Kate Isobel Campbell, signed by Sir Robert Menzies, Prime Minister, and dated 17 April 1951. The certificate of introduction was required for Dr. Campbell, who made a tour of overseas hospitals and their paediatric units. The certificate covers "The United Kingdom, The Continent of Europe, The Scandinavian Countries And The United States Of America".

History of Object

The Certificate of Introduction was kept by Dr. Campbell until she donated this document to the Medical History Museum in the 1980s.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink) and wax.

References

See Supplementary File.
See also registration number 3669.

Brief Description

Three letters and envelopes, two of which were addressed to Dr. Lewis Balfour and another which was probably forwarded to Dr. Balfour. The envelopes were all posted and addressed to the Women's Hospital, Carlton, where Dr. Balfour worked. The letters comprise: (1) a letter to Dr. Balfour from the University of Melbourne Science Club inviting him to a picnic at Ferntree Gully, dated 27 September 1898; (2) another letter from Dr. Murray Norton, Hon. Secretary of the University Medical Association about joining their association, dated 3 October 1898; (3) a letter addressed to J.M. Gardiner, which is a printed notice of Agenda for the Medical Society of Victoria's meeting for 5 October 1898 - the notice is dated 3 October. This notice was probably passed on to Dr. Balfour for attending a meeting of the Society. Dr. Balfour was a graduate from the University of Melbourne, receing his M.B. and B.S. in 1896-97.

History of Object

The letters were donated to the Medical History Museum with Dr. Balfour's notebooks (see registration number 3688).

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

See also registration number 3688.

Brief Description

This collection of incoming letters from the Public Service Board, hospitals and the Victorian Amateur Turf Club, document Dr. Alexander Joske's resignation and acceptance of both professional and voluntary positions, from 1885 to 1893.

(.1) 15/6/1885: from Public Service Board, re: Beechworth Hospital (appointment).
(.2) 28/5/1886: from Central Board of Health, re: Beechworth Hospital (smallpox; resignation).
(.3) 13/1/1888: from Secretary of Victorian Amateur Turf Club, re: surgeon on race days.
(.4) 28/1/1888: from Alfred Hospital, re: resident physician (resignation).
(.5) 21/4/1888: from Melbourne Hospital, re: Acting Medical Officer (resignation).
(.6) 5/4/1893: from Chief Secretary's Office, re: Official Visitor at Yarra Bend and Kew Lunatic Asylum.

History of Object

These letters were donated to the Medical History Museum by William Joske, Emeritus Professor of Philosophy and grandson of Alexander Joske.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and printed).

References

See Medical Journal of Australia, Nov 4, 1939 (obituary).
See Supplementary File.

Brief Description

These two letters of thanks relate to medical reports undertaken by Dr. Alexander Joske in 1887 and 1903. (.1) 28/5/1887: letter from the Acting Secretary and Superintendant of the Alfred Hospital, thanking Dr. Joske for a report on typhoid patients; (.2) 3/10/1903): letter from the Chief Secretary's Office thanking Dr. Joske for his report on the ill treatment of attendants at the Yarra Bend Lunatic Asylum.

History of Object

These letters were donated to the Medical History Museum by William Joske, Emeritus Professor of Philosophy and grandson of Alexander Joske.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

See Medical Journal of Australia, Nov. 4, 1939 (obituary).
See Supplementary File.

Brief Description

Typed letter in blue letterhead, from Kate Campbell's teacher at the Methodist Ladies College, addressed to Mr. Campbell. The letter was a "thank-you" note for Mr Campbell's noted satisfaciton with his daughter's course and a commendation for both Kate Campbell's character and scholastic achievements. The letter is dated 14th December 1916 and signed by a U. Mitchell (?).

History of Object

This letter was donated by Dr. Campbell's former housekeeper, Miss Winnie Crick, after Kate Campbell had died.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

See Association File.

Brief Description

Indenture of Apprenticeship, setting a legal agreement between Joseph Rutter and Thilwell Pike, signed and wax sealed on 9 August 1858. The Indenture was for Joseph Rutter's five-year apprenticeship to Thilwell Pike, a surgeon and apothecary. During this time, Pike had to provide food and lodging for Rutter in return for faithful service and not revealing Pike's secrets in surgery or apothecary work.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink), wax and material.

References

File: Association File. Rutter, J.

Brief Description

Testimonial letters attesting to Dr. Joseph Rutter's professional competence and character by colleagues, professors and supervisors. The letters have been tied together as a collection. The testimonials which date from July 1862 to July 1864 are from the following referees:

(.1) - Vertuce Edwards, R.M.O., Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the Chest, Brompton, dated 28/6/1864
(.2) Lacey Rueghthon (?), Professor of Medicine, University College, 29/6/1864
(.3) W. Crabbe, 27/6/1864
(.4) Edward W. Menply, Professor of Midwifery, University College Hospital, 30/7/1862
(.5) J.E. Pollock, Physician with Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the Chest, 7/2/1863
(.6) Richard Payne Cotton, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London, 4/2/1863
(.7) Hamilton Roe, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Senior Physicians with Brompton Hospital, 27/6/1864
(.8) A.B. Garrod, M.D., 1/7/1864

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

File: Association File. Rutter, J.

Brief Description

Letter written to Dr. Joseph Rutter from the Secretary of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, forwarding on a letter from the Committee of the Brighton and Home Dispensary (not enclosed).

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

File: Association File. Rutter, J.

Brief Description

Copy of a handwritten letter sent by Dr. Joseph Rutter to the Chairman of the Committee for a medical organisation, asking to be exempted from the R.C.S. diploma, when assessed for professional qualifications. Th context for Rutter's professional evaluation, whether for a job or professional membership, is not disclosed. The letter is dated 19 February 1867.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

File: Association File. Rutter, J.

Brief Description

Acceptance form from the University of Vienna Faculty of Medicine, accepting Joseph Rutter as a medical student, signed by the Dean of the Faculty, Kurzan, dated 20 October 1863. The form is written in German.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

File: Association File. Rutter, J.

Brief Description

Handwritten letter from the Colonial Secretary's Office, addressed to "William Augustus Dobbyn Esq. Wangaratta", and dated 19 June 1855. The Governor of the Colony of Victoria had appointed Dr. Dobbyn Coroner of the Colony, and the Colonial Secretary's Office in Melbourne was forwarding the Commission document. The Commission was not included with the letter.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

See also registration number 3869 for Dobbyn's Certificate of Commission.

Brief Description

Fourteen handwritten testimonial letters (with one envelope) attesting to the professional competence, work experience and character of Dr. William Dickie. The letters were compiled by his former lecturers at the University of Glasgow, the apothecary and surgeon under whom he was apprenticed, former employer and colleagues at the Paisley Hospital, the "House of Recovery", as well as other medical colleagues at the time. Majority of letters dated April 1845.

The testimonial letters comprise:
(.1) Professor J.W. Balfour, Professor of Botany, University of Glasgow: c.1843/4
(.2) Dr. Thomas Iorkit, President Surgeon, House of Recovery, Paisley (signed by other colleagues also): 2/10/1843
(.3) Thomas Martin: 21/4/1845
(.4) Dr. George Wilkie, under whom W. Dickie was apprenticed: 21/4/1845
(.5) Dr. James Cochran, medical colleague: 22/4/1845
(.6) Thomas Paton: 23/4/1845
(.7) Dr. James Harry, President, House of Recovery: 24/4/1845
(.8) Dr. D.M. Glinton, colleague, House of Recovery: 26/4/1845
(.9) Mr. Brown Inn: 28/4/1845
(.10) Thomas Gilman, J.P.: 28/4/1845
(.11) Dr. Stewart Maclean, former employer: 8/1845
(.12) Professor M. Pagan, Professor of Midwifery, University of Glasgow: 22/4/1845
(.13 and .14) Letter and envelope; Dr. Jonas Hellawell, former employer: 6/7/1846
(.15) Dr. M. Brown, Assistant Surgeon Superintendant, Glasgow Royal Asylum for Lunatics: 29/11/1847.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Two copies of the Certificate of Indenture, setting a legal agreement between Gerald Fetherston and his father Gerald Fetherston Senior, signed and wax sealed on 28 August 1848. The Indenture was for Gerald Fetherston's seven-year apprenticeship to his father who was a practising Apothecary. During the seven year apprenticeship, G. Fetherston Snr. was to provide food and lodging for his apprentice in return for faithful service and the keeping of his father's apothecary trade secrets. One copy is annotated.

Also pinned with the Indenture certificates were a letter from the College of Surgeons, Dublin, admitting Gerald Fetherston for examination for a Diploma of the College, signed by Eden Nilforth (18/4/1856), and a testimonial letter from Dr. R. Peyters, Roscommon Infirmary, testifying that Gerald Fetherston worked at the hospital for six months, from May to November 1852 (dated 8/3/1853).

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

This certificate was held in an enclosed metal cylinder, holding the certificates and testimonials of both Richard Herbert Fetherston and Gerald Henry Fetherston.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink) and wax.

References

Brief Description

Four testimonial letters attesting to the professional competence and character of Dr. Gerald Herbert Fetherston in Ireland. The letters comprise:

(.1) Joseph Healey, M.D., Surgeon Local Staff Military (Roscommon Country), work colleague: 25/10/1851.
(.2) Thomas Cainrly (?), Surgeon to County Gaol, work colleague: 25/10/1851.
(.3) John Harrison, M.D. Medical Attendant to the Roscommon M.K. House Infirmary and Fever Hospital, employer: 30/10/1851. Holds original seal of Hospital.
(.4) Chris Shaw, Licentiate Apothecary, work colleague: 15/4/1852. Letter bears remains of Dispensary's wax seal.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink) and wax.

References

Brief Description

Indenture of Apprenticeship certificate setting a legal agreement between James Phillips, his father James Phillips and Samuel Vincent Pryce, signed and wax sealed on 26 August 1836. The Indenture was for James Phillips five-year apprenticeship to Samuel Pryce, a surgeon and apothecary. During this time, Pryce was required to provide food and lodgings for Phillips in return for faithful service and not revealing Pryce's secrets in surgery or apothecary work.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the British Medical Association (which later became the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Item originally donated by Godfrey Hawker of "Culverlands", Heathmont.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink), wax and plastic.

References

See Supplementary File.

Brief Description

Letter from Sister M. Monica of the Sisters of Charity, St. Vincent's Hospital, to Dr.Bernhard Traugott Zwar, accepting his resignation and wishing him the best in his career, dated 19 June 1910. Also included is the envelope, addressed to Dr. Zwar.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Four testimonials letters (three envelopes), attesting the professional competence and character of Dr. Bernhard Traugott Zwar, working as "Senior Resident Surgeon" at the Melbourne Hospital from 1900 to 1901. Testimonials comprise:

(.1) John Williams, M.D., Physician to Melbourne Hospital: 8/3/1901.
(.2) James Innes, Medical Superintendant of Melbourne Hospital: 20/3/1901.
(.3) William Moore, M.D., Surgeon and Outpatients, Melbourne Hospital: 21/3/1901.
(.4) Thomas N. Fitzgerald, Senior Surgeon, Melbourne Hospital: undated. c.1902.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Nine handwritten testimonial letters attesting to the academic excellence, professional competence, work experience and character of Dr Harry Brookes Allen, in reference to Allen's application for the position as Demonstrator of Morbid Anatomy at the Melbourne Hospital in September 1876. At the time, Harry Brookes Allen was working as Demonstrator in Anatomy at the University of Melbourne and had spent several weeks as Resident Medical Officer, at the Melbourne Hospital.

Item dimensions: (item 1: 20.7 x 33.4 cm; items 2&3: 20.2 x 25.3 cm; item 4: 18.0 x 22.7 cm; item 5: 18.0 x 41.0 cm; item 6: 11.3 x 17.5 cm; item 7: 11.5 x 18.3 cm; item 8: 12.5 x 20.5 cm; item 9: 25.6 x 41.2 cm)

History of Object

These testimonials were originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its museum collection of documents and artefacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper, pen and ink.

References

See Association File and registration number 4036.

Brief Description

Letter in manuscript to Dr Harry Brookes Allen from James Williams, Secretary to the Melbourne Hospital, notifying Allen of his successful application for the position of Demonstrator of Morbid Anatomy, dated 26th September 1876. Inscribed on Melbourne Hospital letterhead.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper, pen and ink.

References

Brief Description

Handwritten petition to Sir George Gipps, Captain General and Governor-in-Chief of N.S.W., by fifteen Port Phillip District (Victoria) Surgeons, Physicians and Apothecaries, requesting the establishment of a Medical Board in Melbourne, c.1841.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Originally donated by Dr. David Roesby in 1940.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and wax).

References

Brief Description

Letter from Dr. Robert Dunn to Dame Kate Campbell, thanking her for a letter regarding a patient; also includes his sentiments abpout her retirement from medical practice, dated 14 January 1976.

History of Object

Donated by Winifed Crick.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and ink.

References

Brief Description

Proforma letter from the Nurses Board, Melbourne, to Joyce Olive Young, concerning her passing the examination and also her future registration as a nurse and the related fees. Letter signed by the Registrar, E. Pitchard, and dated 4 august 1944.

History of Object

This item was originally owned by Joyce Olive Lamb (nee Young). The certificate was donated by her daughter, Jo Frances, to the Medical History Museum on 22 March 1997.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and ink.

References

Brief Description

Telegram from John Watt in Lismore to Dr. James Blair Donaldson in Linton: "Come at once confinement bad all night reply once".

History of Object

Donated by Dr. Lois Bell, niece of Dr. Amelia Roberta Donaldson and granddaughter of Dr. James Blair Donaldson. Dr. J.B. Donaldson was the father of Amelia and Agnes Donaldson.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Letter from W.H. Arnold of Mortchup State School, No. 1561, requesting examination of his son's arm by Dr. Donaldson.

History of Object

Donated by Dr. Lois Bell, niece of Dr. Amelia Roberta Donaldson and granddaughter of Dr. James Blair Donaldson.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink).

References

Brief Description

Black and white postcard of Abbotsford Private Hospital, Katoomba St., Katoomba, N.S.W. Two nurses (owners) are standing in front of the open gateway: Nurse Amy Rachel Coan (left) and Nurse S. Mackintosh.

History of Object

Donated by Mary Goldsworthy nee Johnson, daughter of Nurse A.R. Coan, who later became Sister Johnson. Nurse Coan nursed in London during World War I: later, as Sister Johnson, she opened the family home in Beulah (near Warrnambool, Vic.) as a private hospital during the depression. Nurse A.R. Coan also did district nursing before going to London during WWI.

Materials and Finishes

Card (ink).

References

Brief Description

One envelope addressed to the Secretary of the Melbourne Hospital for Sick Children; one envelope addressed to the Secretary of the Austin Hospital; one donation card, used to record donations to the "Ausitn Hospital for Incurables", bearing columns in red for "Initials" and "Amount".

History of Object

Donated by the George Evans Museum, Sunbury, Vic., as items from their storeroom seemingly unrelated to the history of Sunbury.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed) and cardboard (printed).

References

Brief Description

Red soft-covered notebook, which commences 14 June 1862 and ends Tuesday, 9 September, and is passenger's account of voyage from London (East India Docks) to Port Chalmers (NZ). Commencing from the back of the book are recipes, e.g. "Fig Pudding", "Jam Roll", etc. Also, Cure for Chillblains.

Contains envelope: "Diary of a passenger on ship 'Bombay' which left East India Dock, London, on 14 June 1982, bound for Dunedin. Given by Dr Bruce Robinson, 13 May 1968." Envelope addressed to Assoc. Prof. Russell, Dept. of Medical History, University, in University of Melbourne envelope.

History of Object

Donated by Dr Bruce Robinson, 13 May 1968.

Materials and Finishes

Paper.

References

Brief Description

A 38-page photocopied typescript entitled, "Unofficial History of the 2nd Australian Casualty Clearing Station; Part 1 - Lt. Col. H.C. Stacey; Part 2 - Sgt. Jones and Corporal Hards; Pt 3. Mr McFadyen (W.O.)." An Appendix and 4 pages of photographs are unnumbered.

History of Object

Donated my Mr. D.R. Dooley, Eaglemont. Donor's father served as a medical orderly in the 22nd Battalion.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and ink.

References

Brief Description

Note on letterhead of Mr Colin S. Richards, F.R.C.S., 4 Collins St, Melbourne, explaining history of microscope found in Japanese tunnel in Rabarl after World War II.

History of Object

May have been written by Mr Richards. See registration number 4472.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and ink.

References

See registration number 4472.

Brief Description

Letter on cream paper with embossed insignia and "Buckingham Palace" as central heading in red and "1918" written below. It is a "thankyou for services" handwritten and signed "George RI", but probably reproduced. Envelope matches paper and has "A Message to You from the King" in typed capitals in top left hand corner.

History of Object

Gift from Maisie Leeming, daughter of recipient, Wilfrid Leeming who served abroad with AMF as masseur.

See Accessory File.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and ink.

References