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Date(s)
- 1927-1993 (Creation)
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Loose papers in 11 manila folders
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Administrative history
The Commonwealth Council of the British and Foreign Bible Society in Australia was formed in 1925 and included representatives from all of the State Auxiliaries. The Council met annually and was chaired by a Commonwealth Secretary, who also represented the BFBS internationally and liaised with the United Bible Societies. In the 1970s the Council was working towards incorporation and the development of a Constitution, which they achieved in 1976 with the formation of the Bible Society in Australia. Notable Secretaries included Canon H.M. Arrowsmith (1903-1982) and Rev J.R. Payne.
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Content and structure area
Scope and content
Correspondence and draft documents relating to applying for a Royal Charter (1958-1969), incorporation and developing a constitution; Constitution manual 1993
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Chronological
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Permission of Bible Society Australia required for records 50 years old or less