Summary
Receipt issued to G Toth by Andrews Camera Stores, dated 17 June 1958. The receipt is for a camera with case. In 1957 Julius came to Australia after he escaped the Russian invasion of Hungary. Leaving his family in Hungary, he survived a dangerous journey alone to escape across the border to Austria. He was only able to bring a few possessions with him including his moulding tools, cigarette holder and photo album, which were 18th birthday presents from a sister and friend.
Physical Description
Cream coloured paper receipt with black printed text and details filled out in blue ink. There is a small green stamp in the top left corner which indicates stamp duty has been paid.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr Julius Toth, 02 Aug 2001
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Issued By
Andrews Camera Store, Collins Street, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 17 Jun 1958
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Issued To
Mr Julius Toth, Elsternwick, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 17 Jun 1958
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Inscriptions
Text: ANDREWS/CAMERA/STORES/230 COLLINS STREET, MELBOURNE, C.I. - CENT. 4509/FOR ALL YOUR PHOTOGRAPHIC REQUIREMENTS.
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Classification
Migration, Settlement - banking & finance, Financial records
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Overall Dimensions
14.1 cm (Length), 19.7 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Cameras, Hungarian Communities, Hungarian Immigration, Immigration, Photographic Equipment & Supplies, Photography, Receipts, Recreation, Recreation Activities
