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Elgin's Hope

1929
Overview

Sepia photograph of school children on a parade float under the banner "Elgin's Hope". The children are dressed as farmers and dairy maids, and the float is decorated with tree branches.
Another banner at the base of the float depicts a kangaroo above the year '1829' (the year Swan River Colony was established). The banner reads "Cows calves and clover brings cream and cheese for cash, result care and comfort for children".

Historical information

The Swan River Colony was first established by British authorities in 1829. Centenary celebrations were held in 1929, including a parade in Bunbury where the photo was taken.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-54-IMG699
Item type
Photographs
Width
21 cm
Height or length
16.5000 cm
Keywords
Children
Parades
Centenary
Place made
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Year
1929
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Public location
Ron Maidment Archives
Last modified
Thursday, 16 December, 2021
Shire of Capel

Shire of Capel

Elgin's Hope
Elgin's Hope

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