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PROBUS BRASS DINNER BELL

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c. 1987 - 2013

Overview

A circular brass bell, featuring an owl sitting on the top of the handle. The striker inside the bell is also brass, suspended on a wire. The owl is facing both directions.

Historical information

Probus clubs are clubs for retired or semi-retired business or professional people. The movement operates worldwide, in some places Rotary Clubs sponsor Probus Clubs, but many clubs are stand-alone entities. Armadale Probus Club ran from 1987 to 2013, holding their meetings on the third Monday of every month, with outings on the fourth Monday of the month.

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-33-COA2016.61

Themes

People
Social History

Material

Non Ferrous Metal

Keywords

Probus Club

Returned Servicemen League Hall Armadale

Armadale Bowling Cllub

Year

c. 1987 - 2013

Statement of significance

This object is part of collection associated with community service organisations and clubs that have operated within the City of Armadale. Service clubs such as The Lions Club, Rotary or the Probus Club offer opportunities for local community members to network, socialise and raise funds for a variety of community projects locally, national and international. Service clubs not only provide residents with opportunities to connect locally but also with other similar clubs across the country and the globe.

Comparative significance criteria

Interpretive capacity

Rare or representative

Well provenanced

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