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YearEraEarly20thCentury

Fossicker’s claim, Daylesford [postcard, circa 1905-1912]

21 April 2025 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a gold-seeker’s site in a bush area, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th century (circa 1905-1912).] [Front of postcard] Williams. S. Melb. 66. … [Read more...] about Fossicker’s claim, Daylesford [postcard, circa 1905-1912]

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The Bathing Beach Flinders [postcard, early 20th Century]

21 April 2025 · Leave a Comment

Photograph of a beach at Flinders (Victoria)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a beach at Flinders (Victoria), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] The bathing beach Flinders N. J. Caire photo [Description: A … [Read more...] about The Bathing Beach Flinders [postcard, early 20th Century]

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A Giant Eucalypt, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

14 December 2024 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] A Giant Eucalypt, Australia [Description: A painting of … [Read more...] about A Giant Eucalypt, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

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A Popular Australian Watering-place [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

14 December 2024 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a painting of a rural scene in Australia, by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), published in the early 20th Century.

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] A Popular Australian Watering-place [Description: A … [Read more...] about A Popular Australian Watering-place [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

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An Australian Beach [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

14 December 2024 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a painting of a beach scene in Australia, by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), published in the early 20th Century.

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] An Australian Beach [Description: A painting of a beach … [Read more...] about An Australian Beach [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

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A Seaside View, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

14 December 2024 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] A Seaside View, Australia [Description: A painting of a … [Read more...] about A Seaside View, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

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An Australian lake scene [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

14 December 2024 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A painting of an Australian lake … [Read more...] about An Australian lake scene [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]

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Stylish woman [postcard, circa 1908-1914]

27 November 2024 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of a stylish woman (circa 1908-1914)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a stylish woman, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908-1914.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A woman, standing, posing for a photograph.] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about Stylish woman [postcard, circa 1908-1914]

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Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [postcard, early 20th Century]

25 November 2024 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of a mine, beside a body of water (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a mine, beside a body of water, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Handwritten text, in italics] Nuggety Ajax     … [Read more...] about Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Good Cheer! [postcard, early 20th Century]

23 November 2024 · Leave a Comment

Australian postcard

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a man crossing a bridge with a horse and cart (with a kangaroo made from metal), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] “Good … [Read more...] about Good Cheer! [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Bush Blacksmith [postcard, circa early 20th Century]

22 November 2024 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the premises of a rural blacksmith, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Bush Blacksmith [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about Bush Blacksmith [postcard, circa early 20th Century]

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Gwen Price, photographed by Jordan [cabinet card, early 20th century]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Cabinet card, with a photograph of a woman, from the late 19th century

[Editor: This cabinet card, featuring a photograph of Gwen Price, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the early 20th century. It was made by Jordan (Warrnambool, Vic.).] [Front of cabinet card] By special … [Read more...] about Gwen Price, photographed by Jordan [cabinet card, early 20th century]

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A.M.S. Mariposa and Sydney Harbour Bridge [postcard, circa 1932-1947]

27 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of the A.M.S. Mariposa sailing underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the Mariposa sailing underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1932-1947.] [Front of postcard] A.M.S. Mariposa and Sydney Harbour … [Read more...] about A.M.S. Mariposa and Sydney Harbour Bridge [postcard, circa 1932-1947]

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The E. S. and A. Bank [postcard, early 20th Century]

20 April 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of a branch of the English, Scottish and Australian Bank (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a branch of the English, Scottish and Australian Bank, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about The E. S. and A. Bank [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Australian bullock team [postcard, early 20th Century]

15 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of a bullock team and a bullocky, in a bush setting (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a bullock team and a bullocky, in a bush setting, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Australian bullock team [Description: A … [Read more...] about Australian bullock team [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Henley Beach, S.A. [postcard, circa 1910]

15 April 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of a street in Henley Beach (South Australia), featuring a tram (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of Seaview Road in Henley Beach (South Australia), featuring a tram, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1910.] [Front of postcard] Henley Beach, S.A. [Description: A … [Read more...] about Henley Beach, S.A. [postcard, circa 1910]

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On the Murrumbidgee, near Cooma [postcard, circa 1895-1904]

14 April 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photo of some people in a rowboat on the Murrumbidgee river (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of some people in a rowboat on the Murrumbidgee River, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the late 19th century or early 20th century, circa 1895-1904.] [Front of … [Read more...] about On the Murrumbidgee, near Cooma [postcard, circa 1895-1904]

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Salvation Army officers [postcard, early 20th Century]

10 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of four Salvation Army officers (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of four Salvation Army officers, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century. The postcard was made by R. Yeoman & Co. (Melbourne, Vic.).] [Front of … [Read more...] about Salvation Army officers [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Looking up the Bulli Pass [postcard, early 20th Century]

7 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of a mountain road (Bulli Pass, NSW) (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of a mountain road (Bulli Pass, NSW), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] 441. Looking up the Bulli Pass. Showing Sublime … [Read more...] about Looking up the Bulli Pass [postcard, early 20th Century]

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[Group of men, Seymour] [postcard, early 20th Century]

7 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, photo of a group of men from Seymour, Victoria (early 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of photo of a group of men (from Seymour, Victoria), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photo of a group of … [Read more...] about [Group of men, Seymour] [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Balmain District Hospital [postcard, early 20th Century]

7 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of the Balmain District Hospital, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Balmain District Davis. [Description: A photo of a building, … [Read more...] about Balmain District Hospital [postcard, early 20th Century]

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The Salvation Army Womens Hostel [postcard, early 20th Century]

7 April 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photo of a Salvation Army women’s hostel, from the early 20th Century

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of the Salvation Army Women’s Hostel in Angas Street, Adelaide (South Australia), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1922.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photo of a … [Read more...] about The Salvation Army Womens Hostel [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Toolangi [postcard, early 20th Century]

3 April 2023 · 3 Comments

Postcard, with a photo of a house, at Toolangi (Vic.)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a house at Toolangi (Vic.), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photo of a house, with “Toolangi” (the name of the … [Read more...] about Toolangi [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Wesleyan Church, Junee [postcard, early 20th Century]

3 April 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photo of the Wesleyan Church in Junee (NSW)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of the Wesleyan Church in Junee (NSW), was published by the Empire company. The postcard is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Wesleyan … [Read more...] about Wesleyan Church, Junee [postcard, early 20th Century]

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Dear Mac [postcard, early 20th Century]

2 January 2023 · Leave a Comment

A postcard, with some embedded wattle blossoms

[Editor: This untitled postcard, which incorporates some embedded wattle blossoms, as well as various Australian rural and sea scenes, is estimated to have been published in the early 20th Century. The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] [Description: … [Read more...] about Dear Mac [postcard, early 20th Century]

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