Papers of Alexander Dix, 1937-1999 [manuscript]
- Bib ID:
- 3600123
- Format:
- Manuscript
- Author:
- Dix, A. T. (Alexander Thomas), 1927-2001
- Related Online Resources:
- Finding aid available at National Library of Australia
- Access Conditions:
- Available for reference. Not for loan.
- Description:
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- 1937-1999
- 1.4 m. (10 boxes)
- Summary:
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The papers mainly document Dix's schooldays in Melbourne, his early career and his public activities in the last twenty years or so of his life. They include letters, speeches, notes, photographs, certificates, invitations, programs, agenda papers and minutes, official papers, newspaper cuttings and publications. There are papers relating to many of the organisations and institutions with which Dix was involved, in particular the Committee of Inquiry into the Australian Broadcasting Commission and the National Museum of Australia. There are virtually no papers on his business activities. Correspondents include Jerry Ellis, Sir William Heseltine, Sir Geoffrey Yeend, Sir Harold White, J. Norgard and H.E. Maude.
- Biography/History:
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Businessman. In his later years, Dix served on the boards of companies, educational and cultural institutions, and government bodies. He was chairman of the National Museum Council (1981-90). In 1979-81 he chaired a review of the Australian Broadcasting Commission (the Dix Committee).
- Notes:
- Manuscript reference no.: MS 9919.
- Subject:
- Time Coverage:
- 1937-1999
- Occupation:
- Copyright:
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- Material type:
- Literary, dramatic or musical work
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