Globite Suitcase

DESCRIPTION

TitleGlobite SuitcaseObject TypePersonal EffectsDatec.1930-1940DescriptionGlobite Suitcase.

'Star Brand' with collapsible metal handle and metal suitcase catches.

Corner protectors & metal label under handle.

School syllabus on inside of lid.

Koala and Kangaroo motif over British and Australian Flags and pencil holder attached.
Makers MarkStarProvenance and SignifcanceThis suitcase was owned and used by Raymond (Ray) Hedley Hockey of Shellharbour.

Ray was born 26 June 1916 at Shellharbour, to Herbert (Herb) Henry Hockey and Florence Maude Goffey. Herb was a well know fisherman in Shellharbour Village.

In 1941, Ray married Rose Francis Fisher. Ray and Rose had one son, and the family lived at Wentworth Street, Shellharbour for many years.

Ray served in WWII - NX157784.
DonorHockey, Paul

CHARACTERISTICS

MaterialGlobite and metal clips.Dimensions40cm x 25cm x 14cm

CLASSIFICATION

PrimaryPersonal EffectsSecondaryTravel goods

CONNECTIONS

CollectionObjectsFamilyHockeyLocalityShellharbour VillagePersonHockey, Paul

LOCATION

Item LocationOn Exhibition

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