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Victoria (state)

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 467 Collections and/or Records:

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The Great Extended Hustlers Co.’s Quartz Mining Claim, 1875

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087C/43
Scope and Contents 178 x 126 mm. A view showing the office, the battery house and the main shaft of the mine. Text below the photograph reads ‘This famous Quartz Claim covers an area of 24 acres, and has six shafts, which represent 4000 feet of sinking; there are no less than 13 levels and 16 crosscuts, giving a total of 12,000 feet in length. The total amount expended in labour by this company is £228,000. The quartz raised amounts to 114,500 tons, and it has yielded 188, 000 ozs of gold. The amount paid in...
Dates: 1875
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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The Great Willow on Yarra Banks, 1888 - 1889

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308A/33
Scope and Contents

197 x 140 mm. A view of this large willow tree, with the river beyond. The handwritten caption also states ‘grown from cutting taken from Napoleon’s first grove, St Helena’.

Dates: 1888 - 1889
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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The kitchens of the same camp, 1909-12

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6517
Scope and Contents

Landscape format.

Dates: 1909-12
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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The kitchens of the same camp, 1909-12

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6518
Scope and Contents

Landscape format.

Dates: 1909-12
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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The Ladies Bath Falls, Eurobin, Buffalo Mts, 1885 - 1891

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087D/73
Scope and Contents

155 x 208 mm. A view of the falls, which drop in woodland among boulders and ferns.

Dates: 1885 - 1891
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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The Lawn, Flemington Paddock, 1885 - 1901

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087D/44
Scope and Contents

200 x 145 mm. A view of the racecourse paddock, with crowded stands in the background, and smartly dressed women with parasols sitting in the foreground.

Dates: 1885 - 1901
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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The Long Tunnel Mine, Walhalla, 1885 - 1901

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087D/61
Scope and Contents

199 x 146 mm. A view looking down on the mine, with workings extending into the hillside behind. The Long Tunnel Mine opened in 1865 and proved to be the most productive of Victorian mines: over 815,000 oz. of gold were recovered in the 50 years of its existence.

Dates: 1885 - 1901
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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The Melbourne Hospital, 1870 - 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308B/139
Scope and Contents

194 x 127 mm. A view from the roof of a nearby building looking over Lonsdale Street to the complex of hospital buildings. The first hospital opened on this site in 1848 had only 22 beds and further buildings were added in the following years. The whole hospital was rebuilt in 1910.

Dates: 1870 - 1880
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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The New Masonic Hall, Sandhurst, 1875

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087C/32
Scope and Contents 177 x 123 mm. An exterior view of the hall, situated in View Street, showing the six Corinthian pillars of the façade, with figures leaning against them posing for the camera. The text beneath the picture reads ‘This magnificent building was erected in 1874, at the cost of £10,000, and contains a fine hall, measuring 95x 45 feet, capable of seating 1,100 persons. A Lodge Room 55 x 32 ft, 6 additional rooms for Masonic purposes, and a suite of 13 rooms in addition (including club, billiard,...
Dates: 1875
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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The new railway station, Flinders Street, Melbourne, Dec 26 1909, 1909-12-26

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6513
Scope and Contents

[No print]. Missing.

Dates: 1909-12-26
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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The new railway station, Flinders Street, Melbourne, Dec 26 1909, 1909-12-26

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6514
Scope and Contents

[No print]. Missing.

Dates: 1909-12-26
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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The Niagara Falls at Alexandra, 1885 - 1891

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087D/69
Scope and Contents

205 x 150 mm. A view of the falls, which drop through woodland.

Dates: 1885 - 1891
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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The old crossing-place at Fernshawe, 1877 - 1879

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087L/17
Scope and Contents

186 x 119 mm. A view looking along the River Watt with figures standing on the tree trunks in the foreground which formerly acted as a bridge. Beyond, partially obscured by trees, the new bridge can be seen.

Dates: 1877 - 1879
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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The pilot climbing rope ladder, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6507
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. [Pilot in bowler hat].

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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The pilot coming out to R.M.S. Omrah, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6506
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. Port Lonsdale in the background. [Port Lonsdale in the very far distance].

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).
 Fonds

The Public Library of Victoria

 Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087G
Scope and Contents

Nine loose black and white photographs measuring approximately 200 x 150 mm. They show interior and exterior views of the library, and have handwritten captions on the reverse, together with the photographic studio's stamp.

Dates: 1909
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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The rapids of the Yarra, 1909-12

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6524
Scope and Contents

Boy scouts bathing. [Vegetation on the far bank].

Dates: 1909-12
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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The Road to Fernshaw, 1888 - 1889

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308A/58
Scope and Contents

206 x 152 mm. A view showing the road in the foreground, with woodland ferns and trees beyond.

Dates: 1888 - 1889
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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The Township of Walhalla, 1877 - 1879

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087L/32
Scope and Contents

190 x 126 mm. A view looking along the main street of Walhalla, situated in a valley and surrounded by hills, with mine buildings in the foreground. The Long Tunnel Gold Claim is in the foreground of this photograph.

Dates: 1877 - 1879
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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The University and Museum, 1870 - 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308B/137
Scope and Contents

183 x 130 mm. A view looking across lawns and the lake towards the university buildings. For a brief history of the university buildings see Y3087D/21.

Dates: 1870 - 1880
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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The Wharf, Mitchell River, Bairnsdale, 1885 - 1891

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3087D/64
Scope and Contents

199 x 150 mm. A view looking across the river to the wharf, with an iron girder bridge crossing the river beyond. With stores and warehouses beside the wharf.

Dates: 1885 - 1891
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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The Yarra at Warburton - about 50 miles from Melbourne - looking up stream - eucalyptus, 1909-12

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6527
Scope and Contents

[No print]. Missing.

Dates: 1909-12
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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The Yarra at Warburton - about 50 miles from Melbourne - looking up stream - eucalyptus, the wooden bridge, 1909-12

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 24/6528
Scope and Contents

[No print]. Missing.

Dates: 1909-12
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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The Yarra Yarra near Melbourne, 1870 - 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308B/129
Scope and Contents

184 x 129 mm. A view showing the river in the foreground with a small house on the hill beyond.

Dates: 1870 - 1880
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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The Yarra Yarra near Melbourne, 1870 - 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y308B/130
Scope and Contents

184 x 130 mm. A view looking along the river, with rowing boats moored along the bank and a small township or suburb on the hill in the background.

Dates: 1870 - 1880
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).