Summary
Receipt issued to G Toth by Myer, dated 23 November 1957. The receipt is for a watch. 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 red printed text and details filled out in pencil. 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
Myer Emporium Ltd, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 23 Nov 1957
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Issued To
Mr Julius Toth, Elsternwick, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 23 Nov 1957
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Inscriptions
Text: REGISTER RECEIPT/DATE TYPE OF TRANSACTION ASST. NO./THE MYER EMPORIUM.
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Classification
Migration, Settlement - banking & finance, Financial records
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
10.2 cm (Length), 17.4 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Hungarian Communities, Hungarian Immigration, Immigration, Men's Clothing Accessories, Receipts, Watches
