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Letters to George Meredith to his wife, Mary, from Jane Patterson dated 13 Nov., and 16 Dec. 1837. Could instruct in French, Italian and Spanish languages and "the usual routine of a popular English education, including astronomy and the use of the globes", 18 years experience, salary £60 plus washing and travel expenses. (First letter addressed to Mrs Boyes).

Collection consist of some of John and Maria Meredith's family correspondence, correspondence with their children, relatives and friends

Correspondence between James Grant senior and John Meredith written between 1851 and 1856. James Grant of Tullochgorurn: aprroved of John Meredith's choice of Maria Hammond who had been under his guardianship from infancy although she had relatives in Hobart but not necessary to communicate with them (1851); management of Tulloch gorum, Garth and Melrose, cape barley (1852); James junior may become tenant of Tullochgorum-at present away at North Down (1856)

Long, heavily cross-written letters from Maria at Tullochgorum to John, mainly at Oaklands Mount Gambier, of family and general news such as:- visitors and friends; Bishop and Mrs Nixon (10 Apr., 2 May), Mrs Nixon's baby died (20 May), Nixon's "charge" (23 May); Fanny M. played backgammon with Mr Bell (2 May); Archdeacon and Mrs Davies (5 May); James and Charlotte Grant's wedding and honeymoon (2 May), to live at Melrose (8 May, 23 May, 5 June), Melrose House burnt down (5 Aug. 11 Aug.); Mary Scott marrying Swedish count (8 May, 20 May, 31 May, 16 July, 18 Aug.); trading ship "City of Sydney" (15 Apr.); screw steamer "City of Melbourne" (23 May); election (5 May); gold (31 May, 5 June, 11 Aug.); visit to Campbell Town (16 June); visits to Cambria; George Meredith (J.M.'s father) better (16 June, 30 June); dined at Government House (30 June); Governor's visit (5 Aug, 18 Aug.); Glover's sketch book sold for 10 or 15 guineas (30 June). Also preparations for wedding on 2 October: Bishop's services promised, J.M.'s brother Edwin invited (22
Sept) and reply from John M. from Observatory, Hobart: commissions, furniture, Bishop Nixon to dine tomorrow when "everything will be arranged".

Letters between John and Maria Meredith in regard to - Knee better, splints off, seen Edwin, Mary Boots (1857); governess Miss Piguenit leaving -job "too menial", suggest older housekeeper and Maria to teach children, Fanny good to little ones (1859); Parliament, committees, St. David's Cathedral- Mr Watson a bit of a ranter (Aug.1861); Green Ponds coach, countryside, legacy (Oct. 1861); House of Assembly,land sales, James Grant (1871); express train shakey (1898)

Letters from Caroline (Mrs James) Grant addressed to "My dear son John": Talbots of Malahide lost baby, servants, new clergyman, life on farm (1852); J.M.'s knee, backgammon (1856); birthday, J.M.'s second child (1857); family, birth of J.M.'s third son (1859); J.M.'s fourth son (1865).

Correspondence between Mary Rose (Meredith) Mace and John Meredith : From Rostrevor: husband's drunkenness - wants to leave him (1879); thanks for photograph from Johnston's, old Mrs Cotton dying, Sarah Mitchell ill, John Mace still plays cricket, little Molly's lessons, Jessie a great comfort.

Correspondence between Mary Rose (Meredith) Mace (Polly) and her mother Maria (Hammond) Meredith dates 1882-1883. From her home, Rostrevor, Spring Bay: Fanny's visit, boating picnic, dressmaking, children, opening new church (6 Feb.1883); visit to relatives in Melbourne (1882) and Mother's replies: Melbourne, Russian ship- good to rub up French (Feb.Mar.82)

Consist of John and Maria Meredith's family correspondence, correspondence with their children, relatives and friends

Consist of John and Meredith's family correspondence, correspondence with their children, relatives and friends

Collection consists of correspondence, miscellaneous papers and accounts of William Gunn and family also some papers relating to James Gordon.
Note: 12 documents, too decayed and powdery to handle read, have been withdrawn and stored separately on shelf. (7) Letter from L.E. Threlkeld from Sydney to brother in law W. Gunn 7 Dept 1846 (inviting W.G. to visit, Christian Union etc.); (8) Auld letter; (15) Gunn to Young 1848; (18) statement of Gunn's claim for debt against James and Elizabeth Gordon 12 Sept. 1849; (31 (4) expenses and disbursements for sloop George and brig Venus 1805; (41) Mrs Lakeland's statement 1831; (53) information against White 8 Feb. 1831; (56) Gunn to Gordon; (68) W. Gunn to Gordon - Forcett property survey 1834; (70) Gordon to nephew John 14 Oct. 1835; (72) George A. Lloyd letter and invoice - bags of maize 8 Aug. 1840; (73) bill of lading - potatoes sent to GA. Lloyd Sept. 1840. Transcripts of all documents which could be read have been made and included in place of the originals. PSK Sept. 1992

Copy of notice that appeared in the Hobart Town Gazette of the arrival of the "Shelton" (Capt. Dixon), listing passengers including Lieut. William Gunn and family. (ms copy) dated 28 December 1822

Letter regarding Robert Simpson dated 1846. Inquiry from Glasgow solicitors to Gunn about a Robert Simpson who was convicted of theft in Glasgow in 1823 and transported, convicted again in 1840, but not heard of since, was next of kin to an uncle recently deceased.

Gunn's claim against Gordon estate 1844 -1849. Papers relating to William Gunn's suit for debt against James Gordon, including: letter from Gunn to Mrs Gordon: sent 3 bags of sugar, Kelly's account, stock losses (22 Oct. 1844); letter from W. Gunn to sister in law Mrs Gordon: sending sugar, Kelly's case, been given notice to leave by Robertson etc (29 Oct. 1844); accounts of interest owed by James Gordon and Elizabeth Gordon 1841-1848; summons to E. Gordon for debt of £6000 to William Gunn (8 Sept. 1847, & Sept. 1849); letter from W. Gunn to Thomas Young about the case and Mrs Gordon (8 Nov. 1848, transcript only - original too decayed to handle) statement by William Gunn to Mrs Elizabeth Gordon of Forcett, Pitttwater, widow of James Gordon, reciting judgement in suit brought by William Gunn requiring Mrs E. Gordon as executor to pay with account attached.

Account Ledger of William Gunn c.1835 -1868. Little information recorded. Enclosed: bills for brass candlesticks and snuffers, washing for Mrs Gunn (1845).

Letter written 1 July 1828 from Temple Pearson, Douglas Park to Gunn: friendly letter regarding servant due a ticket of leave so needs replacement and Gunn's bull.

Bank Book of Bank of Australasia in the name of William Gunn, 1857-1857

Executors' accounts for the estate of William Gunn deceased . Dated 1868 -1877. Papers of the trustees and executors under the will of William Gunn (R.C. Gunn and Thompson and Ritchie), including authority to lease Glen Dhu to Mrs Gunn for one year, accounts for fencing and repairs at Glen Dhu, insurance, solicitors' fees, rent, rent for Bourbon, rent for Lakeland, share of income for Mrs Gunn, Mrs Allison, William Gunn jr., Isabella Simmons, E.E. Burrows, James A. Gunn and division of estate between Louisa Gunn, Elizabeth E. Gunn, William Gunn, Mrs Allison and James Gunn.

Rough draft of a conveyance of property at St Patrick's River from Jane Franklin, widow of Sir John Franklin RN. decd, to Ronald Campbell Gunn of Launceston.

Letter from Ronald T. Gunn to sister Louisa dated 22 June 1869. Unwilling to contribute to Glen Dhu as he had his own rooms in the store in town.

Letter from Frank Allison to cousin Dr John J. Gunn, Glasgow dated 13 April 1874. Shooting, athletics, cricket - Launceston beaten by all England Eleven.

Letter from Frank [?Allison] to Harry dated 13 June 1887. From Woodlands: the little mare.

Unsigned draft of letter to "Winston" dated 31 Januaary 1888: little parlour window broken open and things "put out".

Letter addressed to "Aunt" dated 28 April 1889. Incomplete letter headed "Mardin Erleigh: sorry about her worries but unable to help - living hand to mouth since store burned down, offered lodging, expecting any day - "nurse here now", Tom works hard, children well.

Letter from George to sister Amy , undated [late 19th cent]. From Legerwood, Ringarooma: weather, walks, Willie, family.

Poem entitled "Count not the hours" dated 1851. "For Miss Gunn"

Letter from Robert Campbell Gunn to brother William dated 6 October 1828 from Barbados regarding the want of cash for fare home in spite of economies, appointment as clerk to Royal Engineers Antigua uncertain, thinking of moving to V.D.L., Gunn's father and father-in-law recently died in Antigua

Letter from D. Gordon and Joseph Gordon to brother, London dated 8 December 1805. Received letter from Jersey - reflected on dangers encountered, relatives - Aunt Jane, Brother Fortune's family, Fanny, Peggy Lakeland "a fine blooming girl", horses, family and servants, no hams available but could get legs of mutton and a few pieces of beef.

Letter to James Gordon arbitrator in civil case, Sydney Order of Civil Court of N.S.W. for dispute between William Stewart and Robert Campbell to be referred to the arbitration of James Gordon (11 October 1810); accounts of "estimated proportion arising to Captain Stewart on the sale of seal skins, oil" etc.; valuation of sloop "George", brig Venus, etc.

Letter from T.W. Birch, Hobart, to James Gordon at Sydney dated 8 February 1811. Stock well, some in calf, bull, a passenger in the "Cambell Macquarie" an inmate of Birch's house had seen them all and could inform J.G.'s brother in law, skins, land.

Memorandum of confirmation of James Gordon's appointment as Police Magistrate, 28 July 1830

Four letters from William Gunn to James Gordon dated 1830-1834. Gunn busy with men from last 2 prison ships, Lakeland and family well, young Fanny (30 Oct. 1830); land for sale by discharged soldier, Fanny (10 Dec. 1833); shipping (24 June 1834); assigned servant, Fanny (ND).

Trustees of Lakeland - Mrs Lakeland's remarriage November 1830 - June 1831. Mrs Mary Lakeland, widow of John Lakeland, and her marriage to Thomas H. White (employed as manager of their Forcett farm 1830-31): papers of James Gordon and William Gunn, executors and trustees under the will of John Lakeland (d. 17 March 1829), relating to the proposed marriage which was opposed by Gordon and by Mrs Lakeland's sister, Elizabeth Gordon, because of doubts as to White's intentions and unsavory rumors about his morals. Papers include: correspondence between Mary Lakeland, James Gordon, William Gunn and Thomas White; copy of statement by William Gunn and M. Lakeland that Mrs Lakeland and Mr White had formed a mutual attachment but before she proceeded further it was her intention that inquiry would be made into Mr White character and the property devised by her late husband would be settled so that Mr White could have no control over it (7 January 1831, transcript only, original document too fragile too handle); counsel's opinion on Lakeland's will (19 February 1831); draft letter complaining that White had left the farm in working hours and ridden a young horse too far (30 Jan.1831); Thomas White's resignation from James Gordon's service on the Lakeland's Pittwater farm, Studley Park (14 Feb. 1831); information laid before a J.P. that White had absented himself from his employment for 4 days (8 Feb. 1831, transcript only, original too decayed to handle); summons for Thomas White for absconding from J.G.'s service (17 Feb. 1831); letter from W. Gunn to Gordon: Mrs Lakeland had wanted some papers from her box but he refused them, Fanny had told him that "the ring is purchased, an 8lb wedding cake ordered and the ceremony is to be performed on Thursday the 25th instant" (15 Feb. 1831, transcript only, original too decayed to handle); letters from Joseph Steele (5 Jan. 1831), anonymous writer suggesting that Thomas White had a wife living in Scotland (ND), J. Laing (26 Jan. 1831); list of household furniture at Studley Park, Pittwater, left by Mrs White on 4 Feb. signed T. White (6 June 1831); letter from Thomas White to James Gordon on the health of child Louisa Lakeland - recovered from fever (13 June 1831).

Note from William Gunn dated 5th April (n.d.) about constables (partly illegible)

Letter about land purchase dated 1 April 1840. Signature illegible.

Letter from Sarah Threlkeld (nee Arndell wife of L.E. Threlkeld, missionary) dated 24 May 1840. From Ebenezer, Lake Macquarie to brother [in law] and sister Gunn: L.E.T. taking service, children busy with books, family.

Request from the Survey Office to John Halls to measure 100 acres in Forcett, subject to a reserve to the Government of 100 acres at the Ferry. Also covering letter from W. Gunn to Gordon - the last clause spoils all (transcript only)

Draft letter dated 14 October 1835 to Lieut-Governor concerning Gordon's servants: Charles Hardiman, shepherd, was expecting a ticket of leave but had been suspected of stealing hams, John McQuaide, shoemaker and another former servant, William Mitchell, who had been swindled - a case of extreme hardship.

Letter from James Gordon to nephew John [? John Thomas Lakeland] dated 14 October 1835. Box of apples, jams etc sent, reference to his studies, stock prices, crops, bees, prosecution of the shepherd and the groom for their infamous conduct, respects to Mr Manning and love to James. (transcript only, original too damaged and powdery to handle)

Memorandum about William Pickin and queries about evidence relating to his offence.

Letter and invoice from George A. Lloyd, Sydney: sending 97 bags of maize to sell on his account, proceeds to be invested in potatoes or wheat (8 August 1840); bill of lading for 80 bags of potatoes to Sydney per Eamont for G. A. Lloyd (8 September 1840)

Letter from Thomas & Sarah Cherry to son James Cherry. Not heard from him. Addressed to George Thompson, River Plenty, with postscript asking if James Cherry "be no more" Mr Thompson requested to inform his parents.

Notice that in consequence of a domestic affliction in the family of the Governor [Sir Henry E. Fox Young] the Levee and Ball for the 24th 1855 would not take place.

Poem entitled "Forget me not" written on a small scrap of paper - undated [early 19th cent]

Photographs of the Military hospital & convalescent camp, Cairo May 1915 published by the Commonwealth Gazette.

Letter from Rev. Robert Auld, Orkney, dated 8 April. 1845. Inquiring about Joseph Welsh and a bill of exchange he sent to Gunn in 1843 for Welsh. (transcript only, original too fragile and powdery too handle)

Letter from W. Wood to W. Gunn dated 1 July 1845. Nankridge: employment for Charles, Mr Swan bought horses and bullocks for ploughing, cannot offer present big rent of £650 for 2000 acres. (fragile document)

Collection consists of draft copy of "The Story of the Development of Hydro-Electricity in Tasmania" by A.J. Gilles & F.C. Green, Notes and extracts from Gillies Paper, copies of Acts of Parliament 1913-16, and various photographs and newspaper cuttings.

Draft copy of "The Story of the Development of Hydro-Electricity in Tasmania" by A.J. Gilles & F.C. Green from the papers of the
Complex Ores Company, the Hydro-Electric Power and Metallurgical Company and the private papers of J.H. Gillies 'who brought Hydro-Electricity to Tasmania'.
Typescript with ms corrections and notes

Letters from Albert J . Gillies to Frank C. Green (1959-61) commenting on the draft manuscript and enclosing extracts from his father's papers and from news­papers that might be quoted. Includes articles in Mercury newspaper dated 9.7.1915 and 18.3.1922, undated article by A.S. Gill "The Australian zinc-industry". Letter from John Butters dated 9 July 1959.

Acts and Papers of Parliament, etc. 1913-1916
• The Hydro-Electric Company of Tasmania, information on the proposal before Parliament. 1913;
• Hydro-Electric Power and Metallurgical Co. Ltd. report by E. Parry presented to Parliament 1914;
• Interim Report on the Hydro-Electric Construction Scheme 23 Dec. 1915.;
• Amalgamated Zinc (De Bavray) Lease Enabling Bill 1916;
• Hydro-Electric Department; statement by the Minister for Works 5 Nov. 1919.

• Photograph of J.H. Gillies, head and shoulders. ND ?c[1900-1910] ;
• Photographs of site of dam and power station, River Shannon, Great Lake and Ouse (? from printed paper) ;
• "Stock Exchange Journal of Australasia" 13 August 1913, photo of J.H. Gillies and article on Hydro Electric Power and Metallurgical
Co. Ltd. ;
• Official opening of Hydro-Electric Power Scheme, "Tasmanian Mail” 11 May 1916 ;
• Photo of bush scene with mud "memorial" to the Complex Ores. N.D. ;
• "Great Lake Power Development" from H.E.C. leaflet c 1954.

Collection consists of a paperback manuscript quarto volume and handwitten notes for talks

• Note at front states: ‘This copy written by Daniel Clark in or about the year 28 the time soon after my father Joseph Clark received the Printed Book as a gift from my Uncle Samuel Clark, a supposition at which time that it was out of print and no other to be obtained was the cause of my copying the same. Daniel Clark’
• Note below: ‘Given to me Joseph Clark by my father D. C. 1 /10 /90
• Note on wrapper: ‘My father’s book, written by him on the British Sailing Ship “Bazora Merchant” (Bassorah Merchant) during the trip from England To Australia, landing in Australia November 1839. Mary Godson'
• Enclosed: Certificate that Daniel Clark, aged 21, came out to Sydney from Bristol in the emigrant ship “Bassorah Merchant” and that during the whole voyage which was of unusual length (141 days) his conduct was marked by the utmost propriety in every respect. Sydney 14 September 1839 James Scott, MD. Surgeon Superintendent, LRCP
• (Original printed volume ,177? and reprint 1891 in Quaker Collection PUF, Rob.)

Dorothy Gregory notes for talks on;
• Psychology of the development of the Christian Character in the Child',
• worship and the family', Friends and other Protestant groups',
• Education for the formation of character',
• Meditation
(Dorothy Gregory was an English Friend who taught at Friend's School in the 1940's, died in Australian early 1960s).

Collection consists of press cuttings, pamphlets, labels etc relating to the history of the firm of Holyman . Also "The Holyman Story", duplicated typescript ; "Holyman's White Star Line" by Ian Cooper

Collection consists of press cuttings, pamphlets, labels etc. relating to the history of the firm of Holyman up to c1943, including pictures of ships and aircraft, air timetables, Australian National Airways leaflet. Enclosed: "The Holyman Story", duplicated typescript ; "Holyman's White Star Line" by Ian Cooper, including list of ships; xerox copy from The Log 1963; xerox copies of articles on Holyman's by J. M. Millar (1979) and - Charles Ramsay. William Holyman & Sons, Shipowners, aerial services and insurance agents.

The papers consist of letters to Hugh from his fiancee, family and friends, bills and papers relating to debts and some papers relating to the sale of a plot of land in Glenorchy. There are three items only of Hugh's father - all relating to the Southern Tasmanian Rifle Association.

Hugh Munro Hull's membership card for the Southern Tasmanian Rifle Association.

Papers relating to a small piece of property in Glenorchy (O'Brien's Bridge), part of which was brought from George Hull by James Aitkin in 1848 and settled on his daughter, Mrs. Hugh Munro Hull (died 1852), then to Hugh Munro Hull (died 1882) for life, remainder to her children, and another piece adjoining, given by George Hull to Hugh Munro Hull for life then to Hugh Synnot Hull. Including:
• 115. Rough sketch of land for sale or leased, no date.
• 116. Letter from M. Aitkin to L. Hull on securing the land to his nephews (Herbert and Hugh), 1854.
• 117. Copy of lease for 10 years to Charles Hewer, 1855.
• 120. Advertisement of sale of life interest, no date.
• 123, 124. Powers of attorney from Herbert Hull (Hugh Synnot's elder brother in New Zealand).
• 126-129, 131. Case for legal opinion and notes, 1881.
• 130, 139, 142-44, 148, 152, 154, 159, 160, 165, 168, 169. Letter from Hugh to his father about promissory notes, 1881; letters from Herbert Hull from New Zealand 1882-85 about the disposal of the property but including general news about his job at Clifden Station, which was, however up for sale, and his later post as sheep, cattle and rabbit inspector and registrar of brands at Balclutha, Otago, his wife 'Harty' who he married in 1892, the loss of their first child at birth and their boy, with some references to other members of the family.
• 150. Letter from John Oswell refusing to give ten feet of his ground for a road as he would be put to the expense of a new fence, no date.
• 161. Memorandum of transfer of title to share in common of property for sale or leased, no date (not apparently the same property).
• Also photocopy of Lands Department plan of the Glenorchy property.
• 171-172. Letters from solicitors, Elliston and Featherstone, and estate agents and other members of the family, solicitors' accounts.

Notes on premiums payable on various insurances, including child endowment for Hugh age 7, Frank 4 and Herman 2, and receipts for life and household insurance premiums.

Some papers referring to the execution of the estate of Captain Francis Allison (c1796-1857) of 'Streanshalh' (Macquarie River) Tas., grandfather of Laura Hull; including sheet of estate, 1885, and some letters to H.S. Hull from A.F.W. and F.T. Allison and others. Also recognizance binding Francis Thomas Allison of Sorell to keep the peace, especially towards Alfred Nichols, 27 February 1871.

Proposal for life insurance for Laura Ann Hull, born at Carrick, Tasmania 4 January 1857, wife of Hugh Hull.

Papers relating to liabilities, including requests for payments of unpaid bills, solicitors' letters, summons to Court of Requests, promissory note 1881. The sums involved were small and only related to minor items.

Letters from Laura Allison, Hugh Synnot Hull's fiancee who he married in January 1880; mainly affectionate notes with occasional references to music; some addressed to Hughie of 'Shughie' and some addressed 'darling husband' and signed 'wifie' even before the date of the marriage. Most written from 48 Patrick Street.

Grant of one month's leave for Staff Sergeant H. Hull.

Receipts from tradesmen, etc., including:
• 231. Insurance, National Loan Bank, 1885.
• 233-244. J.C. Williams (loan?), 1877.
• 245-266. J.H.P. Oldmeadow, repayment of loan, 1887-8.
• 267. Savings Bank Book, 1890.
• 268-270. R.R. Reeves, 1890.
• 280. J. Harcourt, ironmonger, knives, 1891.
• 289. W.E. Best, Manchester House, drapery, 1892.
• 290. 'Bible readings gift', 1892.
• 291. Bridges Brothers perambulator 2 pounds 15 pence, 1892.
• 294. J. Bidencope, tailor and hat maker, 1892.
• 295. Cascade Brewery, 1892.
• 296. W. Costain, confectioner, 1892.
• 297. H. & J. Cripps, bakers, Battery Point, 1892.
• 298. W. Golding, watchmaker, jeweller, 1892.
• 301-302. John Hedges, butcher, 1892.
• 303. W. Auchincloss, bootmaker, 1892.
• 305. Penal Establishment for shoes, 1892.
• 306. A. Reid, bootmaker, 1892.
• 307. Perkins & Dean, pictures, 1892.
• 308. F. Sherwin, 1891.
• 309-310. W. Walker, crockery, 1892.
• 312. Noel White & Co., 1892.
• 313-314. W.G. Hadrill, watchmaker, 1893.
• 314. J. Davies, carpet, furniture, dishes, 1893.
• 315. Davies Bros., 'Mercury' 1893.
• 316-321. Edwards Toy Bazaar, 1893.
• 322. A. Cumming, handkerchiefs, 1893.
• 323-329. Gas Company, 1893.
• 330. Boags Brewery, 1893.
• 331. C.H. Elliston & Son, solicitors, 1893.
• 332. W. Costain, confectioner, 1893.
• 332. W. Harrington, Battery Point, groceries, 1893.
• 334-335. Laundry, 1893.
• 345-346. Swalwell, crockery, 1893.
• 347. W. Auchincloss, bootmaker, 1893.
• 348-350. Gas Company, 1893.
• 351. A. Reid, bootmaker, 1892.
• 352. Miss Stitt, 2 Molle St., educational fees, 1893.
• 353-387. W. Harrington, Battery Point, groceries, 1893.
• 395-398. Adverts for D.C.L. Whiskey, Nicholls dandelion ale.
• 230 1877 (1 receipt)
• 231 1885 (1 receipt)
• 232-244 1886-7 (13 receipts)
• 245-266 1887-8 (22 receipts)
• 267-279 1890 (23 receipts
• 280-288 1891 (8 receipts)
• 289-312 1892 (24 receipts)
• 313-391 1893-4 (79 receipts)
• 392-394 1895 (3 receipts)
• 395-398 Adverts. (3 receipts)

Notice of resignation of Staff Sergeant H.M. Hull, 24 January 1880. (Note: Hugh Munro Hull died in 1881).

Three share certificates for North Silver Queen Mining Company dated 1890

Extract from the marriage register of St. John's Presbyterian Church, Hobart, of the marriage of Hugh Hull, civil servant, bachelor, to Laura Ann Race Allison, at the house of Mr. Allison, Sandy Bay, by James Scott, minister dated 10 January 1880.

Poems written by Hugh Hull, extract from song, notes for entertainment, tickets for Orpheus Club concert, 1894, and Tasmanian Caledonian Society 1892, rules of Hobart Operatic Society (no date).

Bill of lading dated 1877 for a shipment of a case of fish to Melbourne.

Miscellaneous printed items including John Bradley's election notice, Sanitary Association - report of sub-committee on improvements referring especially to a suggestion that the closed burial ground should be planted with trees (no date), pages from 'The Ludgate Weekly' 1 October 1892, scrap of paper with list of fish.

Laura Hull's correspondence including:Letter from Hugh, no date (c1879) with 2 copies of 'prayer of the betrothed'; letter from 'Nance', no date (1879); part of letter from Woolmers, 23 April 1893; letter from Laura to Harry, no date; letter from Mrs Joyce giving a weeks' notice for Lily, no date.

Receipt counterfoil book for pew rents and sustentation fund for St. John's Presbyterian Church, signed by H. Ross, manager. On some receipts the heading St. Johns' has been changed to St. Andrews.

'Rules and regulations for the guidance of the choir of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, being a revision of those drawn up by the Session under date 1st August 1882 and submitted to the Board of Management for its approval and adoption', signed as approved and adopted by James Scott, chairman, 1885.

Letter from James Reid to Dr James Scott dated 16 November 1893 apologising for not attending meeting but recommending Mr [W.C.] Eltham as choir master and Mrs. Eltham as organist, but could not afford more than 40 pounds for both.

Life insurance policy dated 1891

Letter from Hugh Synnot Hull to Frank Allison asking sanction for his engagement to Allison's daughter, Laura, with Allison's reply (November 1878) and a letter of good wishes from Mrs. Allison (August 1879).

Material relating to insurance dates c.1891-1892

Letters from relations on family and personal matters, dated 1877 to 1894 including:
• 60. Henry Tremlett Hull (brother?) with congratulations on engagement to Emily [Emily Agnes Huxtable].
• 61. Anna Hull - invitation to live at Tolosa, Glenorchy with her and Papa, [James Douglas Hull who managed Tolosa for G.M.H.], especially as Arthur was ill (brother?) and Dot at home, and reference to visit of Amy Sherwin, 1879.
• 62, 63, 65. Herbert Hull [Hugh's elder brother] from Clifden, New Zealand referring to Laura, against planting orchard at Glenorchy, 1878, 1879.
• see also 130, 1349 142-4, 152, 154, 159, 160, 165, 168, 169); 'Aunt' W Tremlett about 'Maryville' house, family.

Personal letters from friends including:
• 68, 69, 71. Louis Ralston Huxtable from UK (school friend?)
• 70. Tasman Morrisby request for readings at entertainment, 15 October 1877.
• 72. Emily Agnes Huxtable from Oatlands breaking off engagement, 2 March 1878.
• 73. Thomas Brown Salisbury, UK - skating, Australian cricketers, 10 January 1879.
• 74. Orpheus Choir accepting resignation August 1891.
• 75. 'The Clipper' - congratulations on 'meddlesome Elijah' 1893.
• 76. N. Mackenzie - voyage to Sydney, prom. concerts, music, 1894.
• 77. Request to sing at entertainments.
• 78. C.H. Huxtable, Victoria, vineyard & winemaking, Victorian depression - prices low, 5d per dozen for eggs, 1894.
• 79. Sherry, invitation to chat and Welsh Rabbit, 1895.
• 80. Gussie [Jeaneret, sister or cousin?] - billet for Frank, F.E. Jeaneret, enclosing testimonials from Parramatta River Steamers and Tramways, 1891, 1893.
• 81. W. Kermode from Woolmers that he was unable to have Walter but that Hugh ought to as he owed Nettie money, no date (possibly 1893).

Hugh Synnot Hull's correspondence relating to his job, prospects, promotion, accommodation, etc., with the Treasury Department, suppliers and others, including pressed copies and replies and other letters received.
Including:
• 82. Request for increase of salary as he intended to be married, 17 July 1879.
• 90. Copy of W.R. Aitkin's proposed request to his mother, 1892.
• 92-95, 97, 98, 100, 101. Estimates and suggestions for the store and some correspondence relating to orders placed including thanks from suppliers for selecting them.
• 102, 103. Congratulations on appointment as Government Storekeeper, July 1893.
• 96, 108, 109. Request for better accommodation (eg. 20 November 1893), pointing out that the cottage only had three rooms for a family of seven and that three children with croup had to occupy the same room as their parents, addressed to J.E. Packer [Edward John Packer. Under Treasurer] with replies.
• 111, 112. Letters from 'The Clipper' about his articles on heads of departments, 20 February and 21 March 1894.

Twenty six page typescript of a report entitled "Proposed resort development: Mount Rufus -Lake St. Clair" dated 1974 and signed by the author, A.J.W Harrison

Collection consists of typed carbon copy of transcript of diary and separate extracts selected for proposed book.

Diary of William Gore Elliston 1829 - 1864 as transcribed by J.N.D. Harrison - consists of a typed carbon copy on flimsy paper

Extracts from the diary of William Gore Elliston 1829 - 1864, as selected by John Noel Douglas Harrison (1911-1980) for his proposed book: "Shades of Elliston : the diaries of William Gore Elliston 1829-1872"

Collection consists of a typescript copy of an original diary of Peter Harrisson's voyage to Van Diemen's Land in 1822.

Typescript copy of a diary entitled Memorandum of a voyage to Van Diemen's Land 1822. It is the diary of Peter Harrisson's voyage to Van Diemen's Land during the period 1 February to 8 September 1822, with such observations as may prove useful to future migrants. Original diary is a 96 pp notebook held in Royal Society of Tasmania archives (RS47). This is a typescript copy of the original with index.

Letters from Walworth Baguley, Smithton written 12/8/1914 and 20/5/1915. Two photocopies of original letters, signed W. Baguley, written from Smithton and Irishtown, addressed to 'Wilkie'. He describes attempts to establish a settlement in North West Tasmania: 'Blythe and I are at present squatted in the midst of a vast forest…' They hoped to obtain a grant of 10,000 acres on condition 50 people were settled there within three years and has had a promise from 5 cabinet ministers to that effect. The organisation was to be known as 'The Tasmania Colonizing Association Ltd.' In the meantime they were clearing timber and living in an old surveyors' hut 24 miles from Smithton - 'Smithton has a population of about 500, six stores, seven churches, 1 pub. 1 school, a sawmill, post-office etc.' By the time Baguley wrote his second letter they had been joined by 3 men, wives and children from British Columbia, Canada, but the bill to authorise the land grant had been defeated (although they hoped to try again) and so they had taken various jobs, including road making. Baguley also referred to the war - 'Bad job isn't it' - and sent 'kind regards to all in the office', probably his former colleagues since he also commented that now 'I ... shoulder an axe and walk into the forest, just as naturally as I used to walk up stairs to that refrigerator called an office in Birch St., Dunedin!

Collection consists of one folio leather bound minute book and other material relating to the Chamber of Commerce including annual reports and handbooks and directories.
Minutes are incomplete, but annual reports or annual handbooks are complete from 1910 -1984.

Minutes of the Hobart Chamber of Commerce. Signed minutes, beginning with the inaugural meeting of 3 February 1851 and first formal meeting of 10 February 1851, including names of members. Includes monthly meetings of directors and general meetings. Some news cuttings of notices of meeting stuck inside binding.

Handbooks of the Hobart Chamber of Commerce for the period 1921-1941. Official handbooks including annual report, names of officers, classified list of members, report on trade and industry in Tasmania (eg. 1923-1924 report on new Cadbury's works at Claremont), imports and exports, forestry, agriculture, soldiers' settlements. Also includes illustrations and advertisements.

• 11. 1921
• 12. 1922
• 13. 1923
• 14. 1923-1924
• 15. 1924-1925
• 16. 1925-1926
• 17. 1926-1927
• 18. 1927-1928
• 19. 1929-1930
• 20. 1930-1931
• 21. 1931-1932
• 22. 1932-1933
• 23. 1933-1934
• 24. 1934-1935
• 25. 1935-1936
• 26. 1936-1937
• 27. 1937-1938
• 28. 1938-1939
• 29. 1939-1940
• 30. 1940-1941

Printed reports of directors of the Hobart Chamber of Commerce, including names of officers and members, bound with copies of reports of the Melbourne Chamber of Commerce for the years 1854, 1855, 1858, 1859, 1860 & 1869. Also included are Rules and Constitution for the years 1851 & 1854. Printed copies, bound with Abstracts of Council relating to Port and Customs regulations and with Reports
• Half yearly report 1852
• Annual reports 1855-1864, 1869
• Reports for 1870-1909 missing

Annual reports of the Hobart Chamber of Commerce for the period 1910 to 1919. Includes names of officers, list of members (including trade and names officers), report of committee, summary of production, commerce and trade.
• 3. - 1910-1911
• 4. - 1911-1912
• 5. - 1913-1914
• 6. - 1914-1915
• 7. - 1916
• 8. - 1917
• 9. - 1918
• 10. - 1919

Annual Reports of the Hobart Chamber of Commerce for the period 1942-1944 includes names of officers, committees and list of members.

Handbooks of the Hobart Chamber of Commerce for the period 1944-1950. Includes reports of 1945 and 1946. Handbooks were only issued for two years after the War and again in 1949 and a centenary handbook in 1951.