Ticket - Football Double, 10 May 1958

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Summary:: Gamming ticket for a football double, probally rugby, dated 10 May 1958. Used by Julius Toth. 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, and cigarette holder and photo album, which were 18th birthday presents from a sister and friend.
Description:: Round grey card with printed black text on both sides. The card has been orn around the sides.
Acquisition Information:: Donation from Mr Julius Toth, 2001

Discipline:	History
Dimensions:	7.20 cm (Height), 5.60 cm (Length)

Tagged with:	sport, immigration, gaming activities, settlement, rugby, hungarian communities, hungarian immigration, gaming devices
Themes this item is part of:	Migration Collection
Primary Classification:	MIGRATION
Secondary Classification:	Settlement - Cultural & Social Life
Tertiary Classification:	ticketing
Inscriptions:	Text: FOOTBALL DOUBLE/League and Association/MAY 10, 1958.
Place & Date Used:	Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 10 May 1958
User:	Mr Julius Toth, Victoria, Australia, 10 May 1958