Blotters – technical developments in the production of paper and writing instruments Blotting paper was first used in Britain in the 15th century. It became widely used in the 19th century. … [Read more...]
Newsletter #7
LOOK IN YOUR LETTERBOXES THIS WEEK, as all members will be receiving the latest newsletter featuring profiles of the speakers at the symposium on Saturday 4 August. This includes Colin Silcock who … [Read more...]
Sydney quality @ the fair
THE BURGESS BROTHERS' STALLS ALWAYS DRAW A CROWN AND OPEN WALLETS with their quality historical ephemera. Here is a selection THAT WAS available ON Sunday 20 May 2018 at the Fair. … [Read more...]
Showbags, chocolate boxes, Raphael Kircher +++ @ the fair
@ THE FAIR IN MAY 2018 - THAT IS A PAST FAIR, more from Nigel who will be enjoying the sunlit foyer next to Ed J's stalls. It is often hard to explain what might be described as ephemera - this range … [Read more...]
Nigel at the MAY 2018 fair
SUNDAY, 20 mAY 2018, NIGEL SHIPLEY HAD AN EXTRA LARGE RANGE OF EPHEMERA FOR SALE. Nigel's two stalls are in the foyer. Here were some samples: The Collectables & Ephemera Fair is at the … [Read more...]
Kelpie helpie*
HELP WANTED I'm working on an interpretive centre project here in Melbourne which tells the story of the origins of the Kelpie dog breed. One of the objects that is being loaned for display is a small … [Read more...]
Friday night treat
IN OUR FAMILY, DAD BROUGHT HOME TWISTIES FOR THE KIDS AND CHOCOLATE FOR MY MOTHER EACH FRIDAY TO MARK THE START OF THE WEEKEND. From the collection of ESA member TG, we have some terrific chocolatey … [Read more...]
Commonwealth celebrations
MAY 1901 SAW MULTIPLE REASONS FOR EATING, DRINKING AND BEING MERRY with the opening of the first Commonwealth Parliament and the associated Royal visitors. The Royal Historical Society of Victoria has … [Read more...]
Toys for Britain (from Melbourne)
SHOW & TELL REPORT from newish member, Paul L., and first time attendee at our February meeting. (At our Show & Tell meetings members bring ephemera of interest to show to others, for advice, … [Read more...]