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Australia (nation)

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 2761 Collections and/or Records:

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Silos on farm near Atherton, 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 29/7578
Scope and Contents From the File: The album now contains photographs numbered in the range 7455-7491; 7334-7344 and 7494-7634. Added numbers are: 7519A-7528A; spoiled: 7484-7486, 7525, 7562, 7611-7614, 7621 and 7626; not used: 7459-7460, 7463, 7526-7528, 7336, 7340, 7543-7544; missing: 7455-7456, 7458, 7462, 7464, 7471, 7473, 7476, 7480, 7489, 7334-7335, 7337-7339, 7341, 7533, 7535-7537, 7540-7541, 7547, 7550, 7560-7561, 7570, 7585, 7608, 7618, 7620, 7624, 7631. The photographs are not arranged totally in numerical order...
Dates: 1910
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
 Fonds

Sir Harry Brittain Collection

 Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011AAA
Scope and Contents A collection of loose prints and others in an album relating to the career of Sir Harry Brittain (1873-1974).These photoraphs were selected by the Librarian from a large collection and have been chosen for their relevance to Sir Harry's Empire/Commonwealth interests. They are by various photographers, including Sir Harry himself; some of these are noted but it is probably that others were also taken by him. Among them are portraits of individuals, groups, travel scenes and some...
Dates: 1873 - 1974
Conditions Governing Access: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sir John Franklin's statue in Franklin Square, Hobart, 1850 - 1935

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3088D/2
Scope and Contents

205 x 153 mm.

Dates: 1850 - 1935
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sister Kathleen Northcote and van, 1910 - 1930

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011DDD(LS)/108
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A series of slides showing the CCCS's work among rural communities in Australia.

Dates: 1910 - 1930
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sisters and Patients, BCA [i.e. Bush Church Aid] Hospital, 1910 - 1930

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011DDD(LS)/97
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A series of slides showing the CCCS's work among rural communities in Australia.

Dates: 1910 - 1930
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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'Sisters', Katoomba, 1885

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086J/81
Scope and Contents

190 x 140 mm. A view of the three rocks, standing out from the cliff face, with Jamieson Valley obscured by clouds.

Dates: 1885
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sisters' Rocks, Katoomba, 1885

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086J/82
Scope and Contents

190 x 140 mm. A view of the three rocks with Jamieson Valley below.

Dates: 1885
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
 Fonds

Six photographs of South Australia

 Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3082C
Scope and Contents

A collection of loose photographs, five of which measure approximately 205 x 150 mm. and are of similar country scenes, and on similar paper. The sixth print is a black and white photograph measuring 285 x 165 mm. showing a view of Adelaide. Photographer, or photographers unknown, although at least one print (Y3082C/1) comes from a Government Department. Remaining prints uncaptioned.

Dates: 1910 - 1920
Conditions Governing Access: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Slag heaps near the smeltery, Mount Lyell, Tasmania, 1910-01

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6550
Scope and Contents

Landscape format.

Dates: 1910-01
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Slasher's-Flat Bridge, 1885

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086F/40
Scope and Contents

146 x 96 mm. A view taken near to the side of the bridge and looking along it.

Dates: 1885
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Slasher's-Flat Bridge, Cudgegong River, 1885

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086F/39
Scope and Contents

538 x 192 mm. 3 prints joined. Information given states '1 span of 75 feet, 9 approach spans, total length 350 feet'. A panoramic side view of the bridge over an almost dry river, with wooden superstructure and wooden supporting piers.

Dates: 1885
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sleepers for export, Sydney Harbour, 1908

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086K/47
Scope and Contents

A view along a pier in the harbour piled high with railway sleepers, and with various workers posing for the camera.

Dates: 1908
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sluice tail race and tin shed, 1910-01

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6583
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. Main pressure column and tail column: Briser's mine: Derby, Tasmania.

Dates: 1910-01
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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(?)Sluicing equipment, (?)Fraser's Gold Mine, 1896 - 1908

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3081A/47
Scope and Contents

117 x 80 mm. A view showing water tanks and pipework. This print is catalogued as 'Granite Rocks, Laverton area' in the GSWA archives, but there is clearly some confusion here. Photographer unknown. Negative No. 112.

Dates: 1896 - 1908
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Small Viaduct, Adelaide and Melbourne Railway, 1890

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3082A/22
Scope and Contents

260 x 200 mm. A side view of the viaduct, from below, showing the spidery, metal girder construction. The Mount Lofty ranges prevented the eastward expansion of the railways until 1883 when the southern line reached Nairne by the skilful use of viaducts over the hills.

Dates: 1890
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Small Viaduct, Adelaide and Melbourne Railway, 1890

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3082A/27
Scope and Contents

265 x 200 mm. Showing a train about to cross a steel viaduct with stone foundations, with a road running underneath.

Dates: 1890
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Smith's Orange Grove, Montville, Blackall Range, 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3085O/14
Scope and Contents

200 x 150 mm. View looking across the fields planted with young orange trees, and farmhouses in background.

Dates: 1910
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Snowy R. [i.e.River] at Jindabyne, N.S.W [i.e. New South Wales], 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086L/42
Scope and Contents

350 x 274 mm. A view looking upriver where a man is fishing in the rock strewn rapids; with wooded hillside on the further bank.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sofar (?) Spitzenberg Apple seed, 8 years, J Wheatley, Bridgetown, 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3081B/57
Scope and Contents

200 x 150 mm. Showing man with child standing in front of apple tree.

Dates: 1910
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Soldiers Memorial Hall, Yass, N.S.W [i.e. New South Wales], 1949

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086W/5
Scope and Contents From the Fonds:

Collection of professional photographs, each 90 x 70 mm, published for the Yass Newsagency by the Valentine Publishing Co. Pty. Ltd., Sydney and Melbourne. Yass is 43 miles north of Canberra. Its population in 1947 was 3254.

Dates: 1949
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sons of Gwalia Mine, 1903-09

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3081A/63
Scope and Contents

151 x 108 mm. A view from the northwest showing the mine workings and buildings at Lenora. Photograph by C.F.V Jackson. Negative No. 202.

Dates: 1903-09
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
 Fonds

Sorell causeway

 Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3088B
Scope and Contents 180 x 103 mm. A mounted print, with a handwritten caption beneath which reads: 'Sorell causeway over the Pittwater (?) River, from the Bluff, Cambridge, Tasmania.' A view looking across the small causeway, along which runs a railway line, towards the Sorell side of the bay. The causeway, which crosses Pitt Water, thus allowing a straight route from Hobart to Sorell and thence on to the east coast of Tasmania, was started at the instigation of Governor Sir William Denison in 1854. It was...
Dates: 1875
Conditions Governing Access: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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South Adelaide, from Montefiore Hill, 1890

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3082A/13
Scope and Contents

260 x 200 mm. A view of South Adelaide from north of the River Torrens. In the foreground is the Adelaide Oval where a game of football is in progress. The river can be seen beyond the Oval, and beyond the river on the left the Museum and Public Library. On the skyline at the right are the towers of the Post Office and the Town Hall.

Dates: 1890
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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South African War Memorial, Queanbeyan, 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 29/7627
Scope and Contents

[Showing memorial in centre of street].

Dates: 1910
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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South Arm, Ballenger Road, Nth. Coast District, N.S.W. [i.e. New South Wales], 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3086L/75
Scope and Contents

350 x 274 mm. A view of a small country road, with a pony trap crossing a small wooden bridge, and fields, trees and hills in the background.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).