1-Richard PEAKE was born circa 1663 in Yorkshire, England.
Noted events in his life were:
• He had a residence in 1688 in Catterick, Yorkshire, England.
Richard married Mary. Mary was born circa 1665 in Yorkshire, England. They had one son: Richard.
2-Richard PEAKE was born in 1688 in Catterick, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 8 Oct 1688 in Catterick, Yorkshire, England, died in Feb 1771 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 83, and was buried on 22 Feb 1771 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
General Notes: Family tradition has it that the family originated from Middleham in the Yorkshire Dales, not a great distance from Ripon. If this were to be the case, the likely individual who would have come from Middleham, would have been Richard. However, his birth appears to be in the Catterick Parish Registers, rather than at Middleham. Richard appears to have moved to Ripon by at least 1712 when he married. The tradition goes on to say that the family supplied horses to the English Army which were used in the war against the Scots which culminated in the Battle of Culloden of 16 April 1746, near Inverness, when the Scots under Prince Edward Stuart were defeated.
Middleham did have a flourishing horse training industry established during the Georgian period. The first recorded race horse trainer was Isaac Cape around 1765. Race meetings were held regularly on the High Moor during the 18th century. However, it would appear that these events occurred several decades after the Battle of Culloden. Catterick also has a racecourse and the first event was held in 1783.
Richard married Elizabeth THOMSON on 11 Nov 1712 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. Elizabeth was born circa 1690 in Yorkshire, England and died in Yorkshire, England. They had eight children: Edward, Richard, George, William, John, Richard, Thomas and William.
3-Edward PEAKE was born in 1713 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 12 Nov 1713, and died in Feb 1771 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 58.
Noted events in his life were:
• He had a residence in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
3-Richard PEAKE was born in 1717 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 5 Nov 1717, died in Nov 1722 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 5, and was buried on 11 Nov 1722.
3-George PEAKE was born in 1720 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 28 May 1720, and died in England.
3-William PEAKE was born in 1722 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 7 Apr 1722, and died in England.
3-John PEAKE was born in 1724 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 8 Mar 1724, died in Jun 1803 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 79, and was buried on 15 Jun 1803.
General Notes: Married by Licence.
John married Frances FOWLER on 20 Nov 1743 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. They had one son: John.
4-John PEAKE was born in 1744 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England and was christened on 17 Jul 1744.
John next married Sarah DANIEL on 7 Mar 1791 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. Sarah died in Sep 1811 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England and was buried on 20 Sep 1811.
3-Richard PEAKE was born in 1726 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 19 Nov 1726, and died in Feb 1771 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 45.
Noted events in his life were:
• He had a residence in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
Richard married Alice. Alice died in 1763 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
3-Thomas PEAKE was born in 1729 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 10 Apr 1729, died in Jul 1794 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 65, and was buried on 26 Jul 1794.
Noted events in his life were:
• He had a residence in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Pauper in 1794 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
Thomas married Mary By 1751 in Yorkshire, England. Mary died in Dec 1763 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England and was buried on 31 Dec 1763 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. They had four children: Richard, Mary, Elizabeth and Thomas.
4-Richard PEAKE was born in 1751 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 11 May 1751, died in Aug 1754 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 3, and was buried on 18 Aug 1754.
4-Mary PEAKE was born in 1753 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 15 Dec 1753, died in May 1788 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 35, and was buried on 7 May 1788.
4-Elizabeth PEAKE was born in 1757 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England and was christened on 23 Dec 1757 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
Elizabeth married Francis LONSDALE on 7 Mar 1796 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. They had one son: William.
5-William PEAKE was born in 1781 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England and was christened on 15 Jan 1781.
General Notes: Illegitimate.
4-Thomas PEAKE was born in 1761 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England and was christened on 3 Jan 1761.
General Notes: A Thomas Peake, born 1755 at Ripon, enlisted into the 39th Foot (East Middlesex Regiment) and 45th Foot. 5' 10 1/2"
He was discharged 19 Oct 1792 at Galway aged 37, labourer with 14 shillings to get home. Discharged on account of consumption and blind in an eye and worn out.
39th Foot 7 1/2 years Drummer and Private
45th Foot 6 year as drummer and 6 1/2 years s private. Total 20 yers
Thomas next married Ann WRIGHT, daughter of George WRIGHT and Mary HORSMAN, on 3 Apr 1768 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. Ann was born in 1746 in Wallowthwaite, Ripon, Yorkshire and was christened on 1 Jan 1749 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. They had eight children: Richard, Ann, Jane, Robert, George, Edward, Hannah and Mary.
4-Richard PEAKE was buried in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
4-Ann PEAKE was born in 1772 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 18 May 1772, died in Jan 1795 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 23, and was buried on 24 Jan 1795.
4-Jane PEAKE was born in 1775 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 19 Feb 1775, died Aug 1812 ? in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 37, and was buried 8 Aug 1812 ?.
4-Robert PEAKE was born in 1778 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 18 Jan 1778, and died in 1847 in Soho, Middlesex, England aged 69.
General Notes: Will proved in the Prerogative Court of Canterbury on 22 March 1847, and dated 23 June 1844. Appointed his son, William as executor and leaving estate to his wife, Elizabeth and son, with a small bequest to his nephew, George Peake.
Possibly his death registered in March quarter 1847 St Pancras (1/295).
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at 11 Princes Street & 5 Lisle Stree in 1837-1847 in Soho, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as a Coach builder in Soho, Middlesex, England.
• He had an estate probated Will, Prerogative Court of Canterbury on 22 Mar 1847.
Robert married Elizabeth LLOYD on 25 Jan 1802 in St Martin in the Field, Middlesex, England. Elizabeth was born circa 1780 in England. They had one son: William.
5-William PEAKE was born circa 1814 in Wales and died in 1852 in Soho, Middlesex, England aged about 38.
General Notes: No record of death in 1852, therefore died either before or after that date, possibly in 1857 at Strand, March Q 1b/270.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Coach builder in 1838-1852 in Soho, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 11 Princes Street & 5 Lisle Street in 1838-1852 in Soho, Middlesex, England.
William married Sophia Harris SWEET, daughter of Josiah SWEET and Elizabeth, on 17 Oct 1838 in St Pancras, Middlesex, England. Sophia was born in 1815 in Mevagissey, Cornwall, England, was christened on 11 May 1815 in Mevagissey, Cornwall, England, and died on 7 Dec 1889 in Margate, Kent, England aged 74. They had six children: Robert William, Frances Sophia, Elizabeth Amelia, Phoebe Leonora, Percival Charles Jacob and Walter.
General Notes: Will dated 5 Dec 1889, Proved 14 Feb 1890.
Daughter, Elizabeth Amelia Peake, executrix and relative, Elizabeth Mary Dowling. Nieces Julia Emily and Emily Sophia, ten guineas. Leasehold interest in Lisle St., Wardour St., London equally between 4 children, Walter, Percival, Frances Sophia and Elizabeth Amelia. Leasehold house at 69 Linden Gardens, Chiswick, to Frances Sophia and 10 Linden Gardens, Chiswick, to Elizabeth Amelia. Percival Peake 800 pounds, Walter 200 pounds.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Carriage and Coach Builder, Harness Maker in 1859-1871 in St Anne Soho, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 4 Percy Place in 1871 in Fulham, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 22 Wardour Street in 1881 in St Anne Soho, Middlesex, England.
6-Robert William PEAKE was born in 1840 in St Giles, London, Middlesex, England and died in 1884 in Thanet, Kent, England aged 44.
General Notes: Step-son, according to the 1881 Census, of Eduard Finney, aged 16, a traveller for a manufacturer, born Shepherd's Bush. By this time his mother was deceased, who had married Robert William Peake.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Coachbuilder in 1871 in Fulham, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 4 Percy Place in 1871 in Fulham, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as an Importer of Ivory in 1881 in Lambeth, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 250 Kennington Road in 1881 in Lambeth, Middlesex, England.
Robert married Emma FINNEY in 1874 in Kensington, Middlesex, England. Emma was born in 1839 and died in 1879 in Lambeth, Middlesex, England aged 40. They had no children.
6-Frances Sophia PEAKE was born in 1841 in Westminster, Middlesex, England and died on 6 Sep 1890 in Margate, Kent, England aged 49.
General Notes: Probably she and her sister, Elizabeth (called Lizzie) were at Fort Lodge School at Margate, Kent at the time of the 1851 Census.
In 1861 she and her sister, Elizabeth, were living with their mother in Soho.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 4 Percy Place in 1871 in Fulham, Middlesex, England.
6-Elizabeth Amelia PEAKE was born on 1 Dec 1842 in Westminster, Middlesex, England, was christened on 30 May 1843 in St Pancras, Middlesex, England, and died on 17 Dec 1918 in West Kensington, Middlesex, England aged 76.
General Notes: In 1871 it appears that she was the governess of the children of Richard Morgan Jones, proprietor of the Camden Hotel, Slywell, Brecon.
Witness to her brother's, Walter, wedding in 1903.
London Gazette, 12 Sep 1919
ELIZABETH AMELIA PEAKE, Deceased.
Pursuant to the Statute 22 and 23 Victoria, chapter 35.
NOTICE is hereby given, that all persons having
any claims against the estate of the late
Elizabeth Amelia Peake, of 7, Sterndale-road, West
Kensington, in the county of London, W. 14, Spinster
(who died 17th December, 1918), and her will
was proved in London, on the 23rd January, 1919,
by Maude Walter, the executrix therein named),
are hereby required to send particulars thereof, in
writing, to the undersigned, Solicitors for the said
executrix, on or before the 31st day of October)
1919, after which date the said executrix will proceed
to distribute the assets of the deceased, having
regard only to the claims of which she shall then
have notice. Dated 9th September, 1919.
FOWKES and SON, 15, Coleman-street, E.G. 2,
London.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Governess in 1871 in Brecon, Wales.
• She resided at Camden Hotel, Slywell in 1871 in Brecon, Wales.
• She worked as a Professor of Music & Languages in 1881 in London, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 14 Milton Street, St Marylebone in 1881 in Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 7 Sterndale Road in 1918 in West Kensington, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 72 Shepherd's Bush Road in 1911 in Hammersmith, MIddlesex, England.
• She had an estate probated Will Proved on 10 Oct 1925.
6-Phoebe Leonora PEAKE was born on 2 Oct 1845 in Westminster, Middlesex, England, was christened on 10 Feb 1846 in St Anne Soho, Middlesex, England, and died in 1848 in St Anne Soho, Middlesex, England aged 3.
6-Percival Charles Jacob PEAKE was born on 16 Jan 1848 in Westminster, Middlesex, England, was christened on 12 Dec 1849 in Soho St Anne, Middlesex, England, and died in 1924 in Newton Abbot, Devon, England aged 76.
General Notes: At the 1861 Census he was a pupil of a Boys School in Willow Walk, St Pancras, run by Sophia Giles, a widow.
Unmarried in the 1881 Census, living as a boarder and described as Percy.
Executor to will of Doris Rose Wilson (wife of Thomas Harold Wilson).
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at 257 Goswells Road, as a boarder in 1881 in Clerkenwell, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as a Clerk in 1881-1891 in Clerkenwell, Middlesex, England.
• He had a residence in 1891 in Tottenham, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 19 Creland Road in 1891 in Tottenham, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as a Railway Employee (M.R.) in 1901 in Hornsey, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 129 Mount View Road in 1901 in Hornsey, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 5 Broad Street in 1908 in Sheerness, Kent, England.
• He worked as a Railway Pensioner in 1911 in Torquay, Devon, England.
Percival married Emma HITT in 1890 in Edmonton, Middlesex, England. Emma was born in 1852 in Netherbury, Dorset, England and died in 1913 in Newton Abbot, Devon, England aged 61. They had no children.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Boarding House Proprietor, 'Pomeroy', Chelston in 1911 in Newton Abbott, Devon, England.
6-Walter PEAKE was born on 1 May 1852 in Westminster St Anne, Middlesex, England and died on 15 May 1929 in Nice, France aged 77.
General Notes: Entered the US as a tourist on the 'Celtic' which arrived New York on 27 May 1907. He made a number of other voyages to the US including:
'Umbria' 15 Nov 1886
'Lucania' 6 Jul 1895, 5 Oct 1895
possibly also 1897.
On each occasion he was described as a dentist.
Estate valued in England at 59 pounds, 19/2, with son as executor.
Noted events in his life were:
• He was educated at Boys School run by James Bartlett in 1861 in Ripley, Surrey, England.
• He resided at 14 Gerald Street in 1903 in Marylebone, London, England.
• He worked as a Dentist in Biarritz, France.
• He resided at 54 Boulevard Victor Hugo in 1929 in Nice, France.
Walter married Hilda Constance THOMPSON, daughter of James Stratten THOMPSON and Flora Catherine DAVES, on 4 Dec 1903 in St Michael Chester Square, Marylebone, Middlesex, England. Hilda was born on 21 May 1874 in Kensington, Middlesex, England and died on 29 Apr 1921 in Nice, France aged 46. They had two children: Dudley Walter Stratten and Lilian Hilary.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will Proved in 1921.
7-Dudley Walter Stratten PEAKE was born on 6 Mar 1906 in Biarritz, France, died on 22 Oct 1984 in Para Hills, South Australia, Australia aged 78, and was buried in North Brighton Cemetery.
General Notes: The ship 'Strathmore' landed at Fremantle, Western Australia, on 28 Feb 1950, and then went on to Melbourne, where the family disembarked and came to Adelaide, South Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Nursery Man in 1939 in Ealing, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 29 Kinghill Avenue in 1939 in Ealing, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as a Stockbroker in 1944 in Northolt, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at Yew Tree, Mixnam's Lane, Staines Lane in 1950 in Chertsey, Surrey, England.
• He worked as a Process Worker in 1950 in Chertsey, Surrey, England.
• He immigrated Ship 'Strathmore' to Fremantle on 28 Feb 1950 to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Mechanical Engineer in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 18 Tarana Avenue in 1980 in Ingle Farm, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 17/10 Collins Street in 1982-1984 in Enfield, South Australia, Australia.
Dudley married Therese Helene HALL, daughter of Joseph William HALL and Theresa Alice HICKS, on 7 Aug 1932 in Hounslow, Middlesex, England. Therese was born on 11 May 1906 in Paddington, Middlesex, England, died on 24 Aug 1980 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 74, and was buried in North Brighton Cemetery. They had two children: Christopher Walter Stratten and Yvonne Edythe.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as an Accountant in 1968 in Valley View, South Australia, Australia.
8-Christopher Walter Stratten PEAKE was born on 27 Aug 1940 in Northolt, Middlesex, England.
General Notes: Roger Stretton Watson Peake appears in the 1999 Victorian electoral roll.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Engineer of 26 Avis Court in 1968 in Valley View, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Production Planner in 1977 in Tullarmarine, Victoria, Australia.
Christopher married Joan Patricia HERFT. The marriage ended in divorce. They had three children: Phillip Walter, Tracey Jean and Wendy Karen.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Clerk in 1968.
9-Phillip Walter PEAKE was born on 7 May 1966 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Phillip married Anna in Dec 2003 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
9-Tracey Jean PEAKE was born on 10 Feb 1968 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Tracey married John SAVIC in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Celene and Jake.
10-Celene SAVIC was born on 1 Oct 1996 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
10-Jake SAVIC was born on 27 Jan 1999 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
9-Wendy Karen PEAKE was born on 31 Mar 1971 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Christopher next married Valerie Judith GRAYLAND in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
8-Yvonne Edythe PEAKE was born on 10 Jan 1944 in Northolt, Middlesex, England and was christened on 24 Jul 1944 in Llanychaean, Cardiganshire, Wales.
Yvonne married Ralph Cornelius COONAN, son of William Thomas COONAN and Marjorie BOWDEN, on 6 Nov 1965 in South Australia, Australia. Ralph was born on 19 Jun 1934 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. They had two children: Debra 'Debbie' June and Glenn William Michael.
9-Debra 'Debbie' June COONAN was born on 14 Jun 1966 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Debra married Gregory John BUTTON. The marriage ended in divorce. They had one son: Daniel.
10-Daniel BUTTON was born on 11 Oct 1984 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Debra next married Michael John BEER. They had two children: Matthew and Kimberley Therese.
10-Matthew BEER was born on 28 Feb 1992 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
10-Kimberley Therese BEER was born on 15 Feb 1994 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
9-Glenn William Michael COONAN was born on 6 Jan 1971 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
7-Lilian Hilary PEAKE was born on 23 Feb 1914 in Nice, France and died in England.
Lilian married Bruce HINDLEY in 1937 in Chelsea, London, England. They had two children: Veronica A L and Nicholas P.
8-Veronica A L HINDLEY was born in 1943 in Marylebone, London, England.
Veronica married Roland BRINTON in 1972 in London, England.
8-Nicholas P HINDLEY was born on 16 Jan 1952 in Hammersmith, MIddlesex, England.
4-George PEAKE was born in 1780 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 11 Dec 1780, died on 7 Dec 1780 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, and was buried on 12 Dec 1780.
4-Edward PEAKE was born in 1782 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 27 Jan 1782, and died in 1829 in Yorkshire, England aged 47.
General Notes: Marriage banns on 21 Mar 1802 at Ripon.
Appears in the 1822-3 Directory of Trades as living at Little Gomersall, where he was the perpetual overseer. Later described on the death certificate of his daughter, Ann, as being a vestry clerk.
It is interesting to note that all of his adult children, with the exception of George, either became school teachers, or married school teachers.
Described as a Hosier on marriage certificate of daughter, Mary to Abel Laycock in 1848.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Perpetual Overseer in 1822-1823 in Gomersal, Yorkshire, England.
Edward married Elizabeth COLLAH, daughter of William COLLAH and Jane GRAHAM, on 5 Apr 1802 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. Elizabeth was born in 1773 in Topcliffe, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 24 Feb 1773 in East Witton, Yorkshire, England, died on 28 Dec 1821 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England aged 48, and was buried on 2 Jan 1822 in Westgate Chapel, Heckmondwike. They had eight children: Jane Collah, Jane, William Archibald, Thomas, George, Ann, Mary and Robert.
General Notes: At the time of her marriage she was living at Topcliffe, a village to the east of Ripon.
5-Jane Collah PEAKE was born on 12 Nov 1802 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 17 Nov 1802, and died on 18 Nov 1802 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England.
5-Jane PEAKE was born on 19 Jan 1804 in Eastmoor, Yorkshire, England, was christened in Wakefield, Yorkshire, England, and died in 1864 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England aged 60.
General Notes: Death Certificate, 1st Quarter, Halifax 9a/353 of 1864
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 4 Park Terrace in 1861 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
Jane married Joshua ROUSE, son of David ROUSE and Hannah FIRTH, on 13 Jan 1831 in Bradford, Yorkshire, England. Joshua was born in 1803 in Yorkshire, England, was christened on 17 Apr 1803 in Birstall, Yorkshire, England, died in 1851 in Barkisland, Yorkshire, England aged 48, and was buried in Ripponden, Yorkshire, England. They had four children: Julia Sabina, Edward Peake, Joshua Charles and William Archibald.
General Notes: In 1841 there were 16 boys, aged between 8 and 15 years, at the Grammar School (called the Barkisland School Green), with Joshua Rouse, one other teacher and a teacher's assisant.
In 1851 there were 18 boys (including 3 of his sons) aged between 7 and 16, at the Grammar School, with Joshua Rouse as Headmaster and one teacher.
Noted events in his life were:
• Marriage Licence: Archbishop of Yorks Marriage Bonds, 10 Jan 1831, Bradford Parish Church.
• He worked as a Headmaster, Barkisland Grammar School 1841+ in Barkisland, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Head Springs in 1851 in Barkisland, Yorkshire, England.
6-Julia Sabina ROUSE was born on 4 Feb 1833 in Yorkshire, England, was christened on 31 Jul 1833 in Ripponden, Yorkshire, England, and died on 28 Oct 1900 in Windsor, Berkshire, England aged 67.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Mistress in 1861 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• She worked as a Housekeeper for brother, Edward, at Eton College in 1881-1891 in Eton, Buckinghamshire, England.
6-Edward Peake ROUSE was born on 6 Jun 1834 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 8 Aug 1834 in Ripponden, Yorkshire, England, and died on 23 Jan 1926 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England aged 91.
General Notes: Obituary from the 'Eton College Chronicle', Jan 28, 1926, p.960.
Appointed Assistant Master at Eton College 1861-1901. Living at Bekynton he was the best mathematical teacher at Eton, though when he moved, not the best House Master. His tenure of the Hopgarden (1872-75), and, after retreat, of Weston's, added much variety and adventure to our annals. ... when he retired to Halifax, he spent himself as Churchwarden, Sunday School Manager and a centre of social philanthropy and learning. Latterly his eyesight failed and he was dependent on his nieces for writing and care. The blind old scholar, killed at the age of 91 by a motor car, will be sadly missed by the township and his friends.
Naracoorte Herald, 12 March 1926
The death is announced from London of Mr. Edward Peake Rouse, M.A., at the age of 91 years. He was a cousin of the late Hon. A. H. Peake, and was a Scholar and Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge. Mr. Rouse took his degree in 1858, then being tenth wrangler, and the pupils at that time included Lord Curzon, Mr. A. C. Benson, Lord Rosebery, and Dr. Bridges (the Poet Laureate. It is a pathetic coincidence (states "The Register") - that in the course of an article in "The Saturday's Journal" this week Mr. Edwin Peake wrote from London:-"I was more than interested to visit Eton, for my father's cousin, Mr. Edward Peake Rouse, M.A., was master of mathematics there for over 30 years, and a few years ago retired from that post, and is now living in Yorkshire. As I left the college an official brought to me what I took to be the masters' register, and showed the entry of Mr. Rouse's name and date of birth, June 6, 1835. He is still hale, and interested in church and social work. My father often spoke to me of him."
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in MA, Trinity College, Cambridge University.
• He worked as a Teacher of Mathematics at Eton College in 1881 in Eton, Buckinghamshire, England.
6-Joshua Charles ROUSE was born on 3 May 1836 in Barkisland, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 18 Jul 1836 in Ripponden, Yorkshire, England, and died on 22 Feb 1919 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England aged 82.
General Notes: The firm of Rouse & Co Ltd, Worsted Spinners, was founded by Joshua Charles Rouse, in the leased premises of Bowling Dyke Mills, Halifax. It was carried on by Rouse Bros Ltd until the lease expired, when the firm was purchased by Vale Mills at Oakworth, near Keighley. The property consisted of the Mills and a large number of workers' cottages, some farm land and Murgatrody Wood. Rouse Bros was then managed by Edwin Rouse, Charles William and Vernon, and a weaving department was set up under the management of John (Jack) Herbert Patterson Rouse. The property was transferred to a separate company, Vale Mills Estate Co, ultimately managed by Vincent. In the slump of 1931, Rouse Bros went into liquidation and the creditors put their representatives on the Board of
Directors, the weaving department was closed down and Jack moved to Tettenhall, Staffordshire, taking over Tower Table Waters Ltd. Vale Mills Estate Co had been transfered to Stella and consequently the insolvent Rouse Bros was paying rent, was were the employee cottages, to the flourishing Vale Mills Estate Co. This was a longstanding cause of ill feeling between those most closely affected on the two sides of the family. Mervyn and Eric emigrated to Australia about 1930 with the general idea of sheep farming or going into the wool business and building up an export in wool to supply Rouse Bros; but the world recession hit that project and Eric finished up owning a drapery business in Brisbane and Mervyn, mechanical engineering in Tasmania.
Rouse Bros was taken over by Kelsall & Kemp in 1965, which in turn was taken over by Coates Patons in 1969.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Worsted Spinner in 1851-1871 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 6 Norfolk Place, Kings Cross Road 1871+ in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Ruglemoor, Skircoat Moor Road in 1911 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Worsted Manufacturer, Rouse & Co. In Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
Joshua married Alice RUSBY, daughter of James RUSBY and Elizabeth WORMALD, in 1865 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England. Alice was born on 26 Feb 1838 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in 1925 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England aged 87. They had five children: Charles Herbert, Alice Maud, Edwin James, Annie Louisa and Gertrude Jane.
7-Charles Herbert ROUSE was born on 12 Jul 1868 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 6 Sep 1868, and died on 16 Apr 1920 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England aged 51.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Worsted Spinner 1891+ in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 10 Marlborough Avenue in 1901 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
Charles married Mary Eleanor PATTERSON, daughter of William PATTERSON and Mary Ann, in 1896 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England. Mary was born on 2 May 1870 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 5 Jun 1870, and died in 1970 in Croydon, Surrey, England aged 100. They had seven children: Gladys May, Charles William, John Herbert Patterson, Marjorie Eleanor, Edward Kenneth, Phyllis Maud and Geoffrey Donald.
8-Gladys May ROUSE was born on 23 Feb 1898 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in 1986 in Canterbury, Kent, England aged 88.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Private Commercial Secretary in 1939 in Kensington, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at Landsdowne Terrace in 1939 in Kensington, Middlesex, England.
8-Charles William ROUSE was born on 22 Jun 1899 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 8 Aug 1998 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England aged 99.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Master Worsted Spinner in 1939 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 42 Manor Heath Road in 1939 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
Charles married Kathleen Mary PARKER in 1925 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England. Kathleen was born on 5 May 1904 and died in 1964 aged 60. They had two children: Charles David Peter and Ruth Mary.
9-Charles David Peter ROUSE was born on 6 Apr 1926 and died on 1 Jul 1948 aged 22.
9-Ruth Mary ROUSE was born on 18 Feb 1930.
Ruth married Richard SHOESMITH on 25 Apr 1953. Richard was born on 5 Jun 1929.
Charles next married Margaret Horrocks TAYLOR in 1968. Margaret was born on 1 Jan 1911 and died on 20 Dec 1993 aged 82.
8-John Herbert Patterson ROUSE was born on 26 May 1901 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 12 Jul 1991 in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, England aged 90.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Proprietor Tamar Table Mineral Water Manufacturer in 1939 in Tettenhall, Staffordshire, England.
• He resided at 7 Woodthorne Road in 1939 in Tettenhall, Staffordshire, England.
John married Lizzie COCKCROFT in 1929 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England. Lizzie was born on 3 Sep 1907 in England and died on 25 Jun 1997 in England aged 89. They had three children: Timothy John, Juliet and Edward.
9-Timothy John ROUSE was born on 24 Apr 1935 in England.
9-Juliet ROUSE was born in 1937 in England.
9-Edward ROUSE was born in 1944 in England.
8-Marjorie Eleanor ROUSE was born on 17 Feb 1903 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in 1999 in Whitstable, Kent, England aged 96.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Physiotherapist in 1939 in Whitstable, Kent, England.
• She resided at 43 Coulsdon Road in 1939 in Coulsdon, Surrey, England.
• She resided at Marine Parade, Tankerton in Whitstable, Kent, England.
8-Edward Kenneth ROUSE was born on 15 Oct 1904 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 15 Sep 1980 in Surrey, England aged 75.
General Notes: Electrical Engineer with the firm of consultants, Mertz & Mchelland.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Electrical Engineer, BAAMIE in 1939 in Epsom, Surrey, England.
• He resided at 70 Castle Avenue in 1939 in Epsom, Surrey, England.
Edward married Kathleen Margaret NICOL in 1936 in Brentford, Middlesex, England. Kathleen was born on 25 Jul 1914 in Brentford, Middlesex, England and died on 1 Jan 2002 in Bradford, Yorkshire, England aged 87. They had three children: Nicholas E, Angela M and Anthony Charles.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Shorthand Typist in 1939 in Epsom, Surrey, England.
9-Nicholas E ROUSE was born in 1938 in England.
9-Angela M ROUSE was born in 1939 in England.
9-Anthony Charles ROUSE was born in 1943 in England.
8-Phyllis Maud ROUSE was born on 3 May 1906 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in Mar 1988 in Devon, England aged 81.
Phyllis married William Foggett PUGSLEY, son of John F. PUGSLEY and Lucy M., on 14 Apr 1937 in Coulsdon, Surrey, England. William was born on 6 Dec 1903 in Tiverton, Devon, England and died in 1969 in Tiverton, Devon, England aged 66.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Solicitor in 1939 in Tiverton, Devon, England.
• He resided at Hornhill in 1939 in Tiverton, Devon, England.
8-Geoffrey Donald ROUSE was born on 7 May 1912 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 17 Jan 2004 in Bath, Somerset, England aged 91.
General Notes: Retired from the post of Conservator of Forests for South West England and Deputy Surveyor of the Forest of Dean in 1972.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Forester, Forestry Commission.
• Awards: Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), 1973.
Geoffrey married Margaret Stevens ADAMSON, daughter of Thomas ADAMSON and Isabella STEVENS. Margaret was born on 8 Apr 1912 in England and died in 2008 in Bath, Somerset, England aged 96. They had three children: Donald Charles, Rona Margaret and Sheila Mary.
9-Donald Charles ROUSE was born in 1940 in Deben, Suffolk, England.
Donald married Patricia ANDERSON in 1968 in England. Patricia was born in 1944. They had two children: Brendan and Richard.
10-Brendan ROUSE was born in 1972 in England.
Brendan married Natasha CARR. Natasha was born in 1974 in England. They had one son: Noah.
10-Richard ROUSE was born in 1974 in England.
Richard married someone. He had one son: Filippo Kieran.
9-Rona Margaret ROUSE was born in 1943 in Wayland, Norfolk, England.
9-Sheila Mary ROUSE was born in 1945 in New Forest, Hampshire, England.
7-Alice Maud ROUSE was born on 26 Jun 1871 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in 1969 in England aged 98.
General Notes: Or 22 June 1870, as according to 1939 Register/
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Tuition in Private School in 1901 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• She worked as a Joint Head Teacher, Private Secondary Day School for Girls in 1911 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• She resided at Littondale Nursing Home in 1939 in Settle, Yorkshire, England.
7-Edwin James ROUSE was born on 4 Sep 1872 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 21 Dec 1953 in Utley, Keighley, Yorkshire, England aged 81. Another name for Edwin was James Edwin.
General Notes: Alt date of marriage 28 Apr 1901
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Worsted Spinner Apprentice in 1891 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Worsted Spinner in 1901 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Master Worsted Spinner in 1939 in Keighley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at East Royal Oakworth in 1939 in Keighley, Yorkshire, England.
Edwin married Stella Scott SUGDEN, daughter of Joshua SUGDEN and Harriet, on 4 Jun 1901 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England. Stella was born on 15 Dec 1877 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 22 Nov 1955 in Utley, Keighley, Yorkshire, England aged 77. They had six children: Arthur Vernon, Edwin Vincent, Leonard Mervyn, Eric Sugden, Mary Gwendoline and Enid Stella.
8-Arthur Vernon ROUSE was born on 14 Apr 1902 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 28 Mar 1958 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England aged 55.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Worsted Spinner Director in 1939 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Butter Close in 1939 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
Arthur married Hilda Sands SHACKLETON on 4 Jun 1925 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England. Hilda was born on 25 Jul 1903 in North Bierley, Yorkshire, England and died in 1975 in England aged 72. They had two children: Pamela M and Angela Shackleton.
9-Pamela M ROUSE was born in 1929 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
9-Angela Shackleton ROUSE was born on 19 Aug 1932 in England.
8-Edwin Vincent ROUSE was born on 28 Apr 1903 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in 1979 in Keighley, Yorkshire, England aged 76.
Edwin married Elaine Claire BLOGG on 9 Oct 1935 in England. Elaine was born on 28 May 1908 in England. They had three children: Graeme Scott, Simon Andrew and Elizabeth Sandra.
9-Graeme Scott ROUSE was born on 30 Sep 1936 in England and died on 14 Apr 1943 in England aged 6.
9-Simon Andrew ROUSE was born on 26 Apr 1940 in England.
Simon married Angela Margaret ROUSE. Angela was born on 18 Sep 1939 in England. They had two children: Andrew Mark Charles and Nigel Edward James.
10-Andrew Mark Charles ROUSE was born on 7 Sep 1964.
10-Nigel Edward James ROUSE was born on 19 Feb 1966.
Simon next married Gee Gee FITTON.
9-Elizabeth Sandra ROUSE was born on 30 Apr 1944 in England.
Elizabeth married Douglas Ian FINDLAY.
8-Leonard Mervyn ROUSE was born on 28 Apr 1905 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 5 Sep 1968 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia aged 63.
Leonard married Gwen FITZGERALD on 14 Dec 1938 in England. Gwen was born in 1911 in England and died in 1971 in England aged 60. They had three children: Judith, Barbara and Helen.
9-Judith ROUSE was born on 13 Nov 1939 in England.
9-Barbara ROUSE was born on 1 Aug 1942 in England.
9-Helen ROUSE was born on 20 Sep 1943 in England.
Helen married Brian COLLONSON.
8-Eric Sugden ROUSE was born on 11 Apr 1907 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in Australia.
Eric married Joyce MORROW on 8 Sep 1942 in England. Joyce was born in 1911 in England. They had three children: Richard, David and Philip Marsden.
9-Richard ROUSE was born in 1943 and died in 1945 aged 2.
9-David ROUSE was born on 4 Aug 1947.
David married Lana TIER. They had one daughter: Alexandra.
10-Alexandra ROUSE was born in 1979.
9-Philip Marsden ROUSE was born on 16 Jul 1949.
Philip married Jacqueline WARRIER. They had two children: Phoebe and Hannah.
10-Phoebe ROUSE was born in 1981.
10-Hannah ROUSE was born in 1984.
8-Mary Gwendoline ROUSE was born on 26 May 1909 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in 1989 in Bradford, Yorkshire, England aged 80.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Worsted Spiner Secretary in 1939 in Keighley, Yorkshire, England.
8-Enid Stella ROUSE was born on 7 Jan 1913 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as an Estate Secretary in 1939 in Keighley, Yorkshire, England.
Enid married Charles CRABTREE on 20 Oct 1945 in Keighley, Yorkshire, England. Charles was born in 1900 in England and died in 1967 in England aged 67.
Enid next married Jonathon FLETCHER on 17 Apr 1968 in England. Jonathon was born in 1917 in England.
7-Annie Louisa ROUSE was born on 5 Dec 1874 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died in Feb 1931 in England aged 56.
General Notes: She and her sisters, Alice and Gertrude, had a school at their home, Inglemoor, Halifax, which was attended by their nieces, Phyllis and Mollie, and nephew Geoffrey till they sold out to their assistants, Miss Haig and Miss Sykes, who moved the school to Broomfield about 1918.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Tuition in Private School in 1901 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• She worked as a Joint Head Teacher in 1911 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
7-Gertrude Jane ROUSE was born on 7 Aug 1877 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England and died on 12 Sep 1961 in Yorkshire, England aged 84.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Tuition in Private School in 1901 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• She worked as a Joint Head Teacher in 1911 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England.
• She worked as a Retired School Mistress in 1939 in Harrogate, Yorkshire, England.
• She resided at 93 Oatley Road in 1939 in Harrogate, Yorkshire, England.
6-Rev William Archibald ROUSE was born on 11 Feb 1838 in Barkisland, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 18 Jul 1838 in Ripponden, Yorkshire, England, and died on 27 Feb 1907 in Harrogate, Yorkshire, England aged 69.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clergyman, Vicar in 1871 in Old Malton, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Clergyman in 1881-1901 in Walkeringham, Nottinghamshire, England.
• He resided at Vicarage in 1901 in Walkeringham, Nottinghamshire, England.
William married Laura Sophia TYLDEN, daughter of Henry Manby TYLDEN and Frances Emily MAUDE, in 1866 in Teesdale, England. Laura was born on 13 Feb 1840 in Darlington, Co Durham, England, was christened on 26 Mar 1840, died on 30 Dec 1901 in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England aged 61, and was buried in Walkeringham, Nottinghamshire, England. They had three children: Archibald Henry Tyldenr, Violet Julia and Percival William.
7-Archibald Henry Tyldenr ROUSE was born on 28 May 1869 in Darfield, Yorkshire, England and died on 13 Dec 1949 in Hassocks, Sussex, England aged 80.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lt Colonel, Indian Army.
• He resided at Hethersett in 1939 in Cuckfield, Sussex, England.
Archibald married Ruth Muriel KING in 1910 in Wycombe, Berkshire, England. Ruth was born on 9 Apr 1877 and died in 1967 in Cuckfield, Sussex, England aged 90.
7-Violet Julia ROUSE was born on 10 Feb 1872 in Malton, Yorkshire, England and died on 8 Dec 1954 in Parkstone, Dorset, England aged 82.
Noted events in her life were:
• She was educated at Derby House Ladies College, 1 Derby Terrace in 1891 in Standard Hill, Nottinghamshire, England.
• She resided at 100 Penn Hill Avenue in 1939 in Poole, Dorset, England.
Violet married Ronald SYMES, son of Herbert William SYMES and Mary Louisa, on 12 Apr 1910 in Knaresborough, Yorkshire, England. Ronald was born in 1870 in Stoke Newington, Middlesex, England, was christened on 31 Dec 1871, and died on 26 Feb 1935 in Parkstone, Dorset, England aged 65. They had three children: Stanley R, Lionel A and Basil Herbert.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Cathedral Clergy Hostel, 10 Bond Street in 1901 in Wakefield, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as an Anglican Clergyman 1901- in Halesowen, Worcestershire, England.
• He resided at The Rectory in 1911 in Halesowen, Worcestershire, England.
8-Stanley R SYMES was born in 1911 in Halesowen, Worcestershire, England and died in 1917 in Harrogate, Yorkshire, England aged 6.
8-Lionel A SYMES was born in 1912 in Kendal, Westmoreland, England.
8-Basil Herbert SYMES was born in 1914 in Kendal, Westmoreland, England.
7-Percival William ROUSE was born on 27 Aug 1879 in Walkeringham, Nottinghamshire, England and died on 12 Sep 1950 in Lincoln, Lincolshire, England aged 71.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an University Undergraduate in 1901 in Walkeringham, Nottinghamshire, England.
• He worked as an Anglican Clergyman in 1911 in Bath, Somerset, England.
• He resided at Vicarage, Witham Friary in 1911 in Bath, Somerset, England.
• He resided at Bunsen in 1939 in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, England.
Percival married Lucie May MIDDLETON in 1908 in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England. Lucie was born on 14 Apr 1879 in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and died on 29 Mar 1949 in Boscombe, Hampshire, England aged 69.
5-William Archibald PEAKE was born on 5 May 1806 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England and died on 3 Jun 1806 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England.
5-Thomas PEAKE was born on 25 May 1808 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 21 Jul 1808 in Heckmondwike Old Chapel, and died on 5 Aug 1808 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England.
5-George PEAKE was born on 15 Jun 1809 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 11 Aug 1809, and died on 24 Apr 1884 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England aged 74.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Broad Street, Golden Square in 1841 in St James, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as a Coach Maker, Trimmer in 1841-1881 in St George Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at Greek Street in 1847 in St Anne Soho, Middlesex, England.
• He resided at 9 Museum Street in 1851-1881 in St George Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
George married Emilie SWEET, daughter of Josiah SWEET and Elizabeth, on 28 Mar 1841 in St Pancras, Middlesex, England. Emilie was born in 1817 in St Germains, Cornwall, England and died in 1883 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England aged 66. They had two children: Julia Emilie and Emilie Sophia Elizabeth.
General Notes: Her baptism is dated as 1811, however, all ages provided in the Census material indicates a year of birth around 1817 (age at death as 64 = born 1819).
Death probably in the Sept Q, 1883, at St Giles 1b/334, aged 64.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Hosier in 1861 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
• She worked as a Dressmaker in 1871 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
6-Julia Emilie PEAKE was born in 1844 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England, died on 10 Nov 1926 in Twickenham, Middlesex, England aged 82, and was buried on 13 Nov 1926.
General Notes: Estate sworn at 51 pounds 14 shilings.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Paper Pattern Modeller in 1881 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 76 Neath Road in 1926 in Twickenham, Middlesex, England.
• She had an estate probated Will Proved in 1926.
6-Emilie Sophia Elizabeth PEAKE was born 24 ? 1847 in St George Southwark, Middlesex, England, was christened on 2 Jan 1848 in St Anne Soho, Middlesex, England, died on 12 Jun 1937 in Sydenham, Kent, England, and was buried on 17 Jun 1937.
General Notes: Birth registered as Emily Sophia Elizabeth Peake, born Dec quarter, 1847, St George Southwark, 4/468. Also known as Emilie Jane.
Estate sworn at 616 pounds 3/6 with Elizabeth Anne H and Norman Wilfred Barnes, bank clerk, as executors.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Paper Pattern Maker in 1881 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 271 Kent House Road in 1937 in Beckenham, Kent, England.
• She had an estate probated Will on 21 Aug 1937.
5-Ann PEAKE was born on 29 Dec 1811 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 6 Feb 1812 in Heckmondwike Old Chapel, died on 16 Nov 1894 in Seabank, Victoria, Australia aged 82, and was buried on 18 Nov 1894 in Alberton Cemetery.
General Notes: Marriage witnessed by her brother George, and cousin William Peake.
Family arrived in Tasmania on 10 Oct 1841 and moved to New South Wales for about a year in 1858, and thence to Melbourne, Victoria. Thomas James was a school teacher for all of this period, and his wife, Ann, was for various periods school mistress.
1 Jan 1861 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) appointed Assistant Teacher at Carlton School No. 158
1 Apr 1862 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) appointed S.M., Assistant Teacher at Carlton (Grattan Street) School No. 175
1 Aug 1863 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) appointed Work Mistress at Immigrant Home School No. 317.
1 Aug 1867 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) appointed Work Mistress at Alberton School No. 1.
31 Mar to 31 Aug 1872 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) payments ceased due to reduction in allotments
1 Sep 1872 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) re-appointed Work Mistress at Alberton School No. 1.
20 Jan 1879 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) appointed Work Mistress at Yarram Yarram School 693
1 Apr 1880 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579) appointed Work Mistress at Port Albert School 490
1 Oct 1880 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Anne Connor (Teacher No 579). Order of the Governor in Council for superannuation of Mrs. Connor @ £10.6.0 per annum from 1st Oct 1880.
1881 Teacher Record Book (PROV)
Order in Council for payment as a gratuity of £122 19s. 3d to widow of late T.J. Connor on the principle of Part 6 Section 46 of the Public Service Act.
Gippsland Standard, 17 Nov 1894
DEATH
CONNOR - At Seabank, Port Albert, on the 16th Nov., Annie Connor , relict of the late Thomas J. Connor, aged 84 years.
FUNERAL NOTICE
The Friends of the late Mrs. T.J. CONNOR are respectfully invited to follow the remains to the place of interment at the Alberton Cemetery on SUNDAY (tomorrow), Nov. 18th. The Funeral will move from the residence, Seabank, at 2p.m., the interment in the cemetery to be at half-past two
Wm. McKERROW, Undertaker, Alberton 16th November 1894.
IN MEMORIAM
For the fifth time this month an obituary notice appears in the 'Standard' announcing the death of a resident of this district. And although three of the number whose death has caused mourners to assemble at the grave's mouth were called hence after passing the allotted span of three score and ten - two having exceeded the four score limit - there is heaviness at the heart and a twitch in the fingers as one sits down to write the name of a fellow friend and traveller for the last time ere the remains are committed "ashes to ashes dust to dust" to their final resting place. Even the young men in our office remember with the kindliest of feelings the exemplary conduct, patient forbearance, and diligent discharge of duty in the Port Albert State School by Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Connor; and the same observation will apply to the young people of both sexes at Alberton and Yarram. But the pre-deceased schoolmaster bade a long and last farewell to his scholars 14 years ago, and in consequence of his death, Mrs. Connor retired from the service, and has resided with her two daughters at Seabank up to the time of her death which took place yesterday morning under the most peaceful and painless circumstances. In short this venerable and deeply respected Christian of the good old school simply passed from the sleep temporal to the rest eternal under wing of a painless attack of apoplexy just before the breakfast hour; and nothing could be more suggestive of a happy and peaceful life than the departure of this octogenarian, whose remains will find a fitting resting place in the same section of the cemetery as that which closed in upon the coffin of her late husband in the year 1880. The advent of the late Mr. and Mrs. Connor dates back as far as 1841, when they were induced to leave England, where they had served together under the Borough Road School system, and took up their abode in Tasmania. This was at a juncture when the late Sir John Franklin was Governor of the Island, and was manly instrumental in bringing in a sound and progressive system for the benefit of the young people in the then penal colony, but it was emancipated about 10 years afterwards, when life became pleasanter and the future worth living for to the happy couple whose sojourn at Hobart Town (now Hobart) extended to 1866, in which year Mr. and Mrs. Connor and their family came over to Victoria and subsequently settled in South Gippsland. It is suggestive of the old colonist the No. 1 State School (Alberton) was the first to engage Mr. and Mrs. Connor's attention. Some years afterwards, Yarram was the seat of operations, but later on still these veteran teachers took charge of the Port Albert school in succession to the late W. Dicker. But thus much of the life of her whose death we have to chronicle will show that she spent a useful and industrious life until she reached the age of seventy. And from that point to the final halt, which closed her earthly career yesterday morning, this warm hearted and genuine type of Englishwoman spent her days and passed her nights in the cosy old home at Seabank in the midst of her family. One by one her sons and daughters have married, and two deaths have occurred at long intervals - namely Mr. Geo. Connor and Mrs. H. Denham (son and daughter). But Miss Fanny and Miss Sissie Connor still remain single, and for them especially, as well as for the entire family of the Connors, the sincerest sympathy will be felt by a very large circle of friends in their present bereavement. The cortege will move from Seabank at two o'clock tomorrow afternoon, en rout to the Alberton cemetery, as notified by Mr. W. McKerrow, who ahs been trusted with conduct of the funeral.
Gippsland Standard, 21 Nov 1894
The funeral of the late Mrs. T.J. Connor, whose death we recorded in our issue of Saturday last, was very largely attended on Sunday afternoon when the Rev. H.A. Betts read the burial service of the Church of England in a very impressive manner, in the presence of the sons and other relatives of the deceased, including Messrs Arthur, Charles and Thomas Connor (sons) Mr. H. Denham (son-in-law), Mr. John Ferres (whose son is married to a daughter of the late Mrs. Connor), Mr. George Denham and Master Charles Ferres (grandsons). The cortege was one of the longest on record, the many wreaths, crosses and other floral tributes that were placed on the coffin bearing testimony to the love and respect that had been en---- for the loved subject of our no--- while living, and which followed her to the grave in the Alberton cemetery. It will be gratifying to the many friends and family to hear that it is not intended to break up the old home at Seabank, arrangements being in contemplation for Miss Fanny Connor and her sister to continue in occupation in company with a lady friend who will in future reside with them.
Gippsland Times, 22 Nov 1894
DEATHS. CONNOR.- At Seabank, Port Albert, on the 16th Nov., Annie Connor, relict of the late Thos. Jas. Connor, aged 84 years.
The Argus, 23 Nov 1894
DEATHS. CONNOR.- On the 18th inst., at Seabank, Port Albert, Anne relict of the late Thomas J Connor, aged 84 years.
Public Records Office Vic. Wills and Probate Records 1841-1925. File No 56/505
Last will and testament of Anne Connor was made on 7 Aug 1889. Anne left everything to her unmarried daughters Sarah Frances and Narcissa West Connor, to be divided equally.
The estate was valued at £844 (including real estate valued at £786)
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Mistress in Launceston and Hobart, Tasmania.
Ann married Thomas James CONNOR, son of Thomas James CONNOR and Sarah JENKINS, on 21 Aug 1836 in Westminster St James, Middlesex, England. Thomas was born on 8 May 1813 in Holborn, Middlesex, England, was christened on 13 May 1813 in Lying in Hospital, Endell Street, died on 30 May 1880 in Seabank, Victoria, Australia aged 67, and was buried on 1 Jun 1880 in Alberton Cemetery. Another name for Thomas was James Thomas CONNOR. They had nine children: Edward Peake, Thomas James, George William, Sarah Frances, Cornelia Anne, Edward Charles, Robert Arthur Henry, Florence Marie and Narcissa West.
General Notes: In 1841 he was living with his wife, his mother, Sarah, and siblings at Dorset Square, Marylebone.
Thomas James Connor arrived at Hobart, Van Diemen's Land, on the William Wise on 10 Oct 1841. He was accompanied by his wife and two children and a number of other teachers, who had been engaged in England to teach in Van Diemen's Land. He was appointed schoolmaster at Launceston and his wife was appointed school mistress. During this time he was also secretary of the Launceston Mechanics Institute. He remained there for 2 years. In 1844 he became headmaster of the Central School in Liverpool Street, Hobart, and his wife was appointed head mistress. Mrs Connor resigned in 1848, probably due to her pregnancy with Edward Charles. Her husband continued until late 1851, when he became English Master at the High School in Hobart.
In Dec 1853 Connor received a presentation from his pupils at the High School as he was 'departing for Southport'. He was back in Launceston in Sept 1854, when he opened a private school, the Launceston Academy. He was still there in 1857, when he was on the Council of the Launceston Mechanics Institute. It is believed that he moved to New South Wales in 1858, but he appears almost immediately as the assistant teacher to George W Groves when the Alberton School, Victoria, was first opened on 22 Feb 1858. At that time the Alberton School had an enrollment of 26 boys and 17 girls. When private schools came under the control of the Victorian Government in the early 1870s he was already the head teacher. Alberton School, became school No. 1, and in 1873-74 there was an average attendance of 32 students. His registration No. was 578 and he received a salary of 148 pounds 11 shillings per annum. His wife was work mistress on a salary of 30 pounds and his daughter, Florence Marie, was a pupil teacher on no salary. In 1874-75 his salary had increased to 173 pounds 11 shillings and ten pence per annum, his wife on 39 pounds per annum, and Florence, 4th class teacher (the lowest rank) on 16 pounds pa. It was recorded that he had been teacher (? head teacher) at Alberton School since August 1867.
The ship, William Wise made several other voyages to Australia:
2 Feb 1842 - Arrived Melbourne from Sydney
22 Nov 1843 - Arrived Hobart from London
20 Jan 1845 - Arrived Adelaide from London
She was a 229 ton, wooden two masted brig, built in 1826 at Lancaster and was 89'2"x24'2"x16'. She disappeared from Lloyd's Register in 1863/64, indicating she was either broken up or lost at sea.
Colonial Times, 17 Dec 1853 (and Launceston Examiner, 24 Dec 1853)
Local Intelligence
HIGH SCHOOL - TESTIMONIAL
The scholars dispersed for the holidays yesterday, but before leaving they presented Mr. Connor with a pleasing mark of their esteem, in the shape of the following address which was accompanied with a very handsome Dressing-case.
High School, 14th Dec, 1853
DEAR Sir, - We, the undersigned, who have been favoured with your parental care, hearing of your intended departure for Southport, desire in acknowledgment of your kind services to give an expression of our gratitude to you. We much regret that we shall no longer be honored by your presence, and beg you to receive as a token of respect the accompanying "Dressing-case."
Of Mrs. Connor we deem it unnecessary to say many words. From the first day that we found shelter under your roof, we have received at her hands the kindness of a mother, and should any of us whose education is incomplete, again have to leave our homes, we shall ever lament the separation.
In conclusion, we cannot but feel grateful when we consider your conduct towards us ; we have never had to complain of injustice, but on the contrary have always found you the advocate of fair and impartial measures.
You may rest assured that it's our cordial wish that every success may attend you, and hoping you may arrive at your destined haven in safety, we have the honor to remain, dear sir, your affectionate pupils.
[Here follow the signatures.]
To THOMAS J. CONNOR, Esq.,
English Master.
High School, 14th Dec. 1853.
MY DEAR BOYS, - It is with no ordinary pleasure that I accept the accompanying token of your respect.
The very strong expressions you have used in reference to the treatment you have received from Mrs. Connor and myself, are most grateful to us both; and prove, that, however discouraging other circumstances may have been, as far as you are concerned, we have not laboured in vain.
I thank you most heartily for the confidence you have expressed in my sense of justice, and for your earnest wishes for my success.
In conclusion, I have now to bear testimony to your excellent conduct in my house, and to express our united desire, that you may be guided safely through the difficult path of life, and that we may all have a happy meeting where parting scenes are never witnessed. I am, my dear boys, faithfully and affectionately yours,
THOMAS J. CONNOR.
Register of Deaths in the District of Alberton in the Colony of Victoria 1880, No 3178
On 30th May 1880 at Seabank near Alberton, South Gippsland, Thomas James Connor, teacher, aged 67y 3wks 1d [ie b. 27 Feb 1813], of saguineous apoplexy, which he suffered from for 7 days. Son of Thomas James Connor, upholsterer, and Sarah Jenkins. Informant RAH Connor, son of the deceased, Alberton. Buried 1st June 1880 at Alberton, Church of England, Rev HA Betts. Born in London, lived 17 years in Tasmania, 1 year in Sydney and 21 years in Victoria. Married at St James Piccadilly at age 24 to Anne Peake, and had children Edward Peake (deceased), Thomas James (40), George William (deceased), Sarah Frances (35), Cornelia Anne (33), Edward Charles (31), Robert Arthur Henry (29) Florence Marie (27), Narcissa West (25).
Gippsland Standard, 3 Jun 1880
The heavy downpour of rain between Thursday night and Saturday morning was not without its effect in swelling the numerous rivers and creeks in South Gippsland, but we have not heard of any serious damage accruing therefrom. On Saturday Merriman's Creek, which crosses the Sale road, was very much swollen but the driver of Cobb and Co's coach (Mr. H. Gardiner) managed to effect a crossing in safety. Not so, however, when he came to Monkey Creek, where (at 9:30a.m.) the water was far above the ordinary flood level, and to attempt to cross with the coach was simply out of the question. The only passenger was Mr. Thomas Connor , and he mounted one of the coach horses and essayed to follow Gardiner, who had charge of the mails on another horse. But when the driver was well nigh over and Mr. Connor about mid-stream, with his horse striking out well for the shore, the latter happened to jerk the rein, and thereby checked the animal, and both horse and rider rolled over into the deep water. But after being carried down a short distance by the force of the current Mr. Connor got to terra firma and nothing beyond a thorough drenching resulted from the mishap. Both parties then made the best of their way to Salter's half way house where their clothes were dried and the necessary rest and refreshment procured, and a fresh start being effected on horseback the mails were delivered to the Port at half past one o'clock on Sunday morning. On Tuesday afternoon, the coach arrived as usual, the creeks having fallen considerably since Sunday.
The Port School was re-opened yesterday by Mr. Turner, who arrived by coach the previous day for the purpose of temporarily filling the vacancy caused by the death of Mr. T. J. Connor . We understand that Mrs. Connor will shortly resume duties as work mistress and assistant teacher in the same school.
Launceston Examiner, Sat 10 July 1880
THE LATE MR. T. J. CONNOR .
Old residents will remember Mr. Thomas James Connor, at that time in charge of the public school in Cameron-street (now a Trinity school). He then removed to Hobart Town, and was one of the principal masters at the High School. Subsequently he removed with his family to Victoria, where he died on 30th May at the age of sixty-seven. Mr. Connor was a most successful teacher, and was very useful in many public capacities.
The following notice of his death is extracted from the Gippsland Standard, of 3rd June:
On Sunday, the 23rd ultimo, while sitting at the dinner table with his family, Mr. Connor suddenly became speechless from an attack of paralysis just as he was finishing a short sentence addressed to his son-in-law Mr. Denham. He recovered the use of the tongue immediately afterwards and remarked with surprise that he had been unable to speak. A further attack, however, came on a few moments afterwards, and he became paralysed down the right side of the body, and Dr. Pearless was sent for to attend the sufferer, but he never once rallied sufficiently to inspire hopes of recovery, and on Saturday night last death came to his relief at the moderately ripe age of 67 years. The deceased was a very old colonist, as will be gathered from the following brief outline of his history since his arrival in Tasmania in the year 1841. In that year Sir John Franklin (Governor of Van Diemen's Land, then so called) sent home for a staff of efficient school teachers, and Messrs. Connor, Bonwick, Lowe, Hall, Rainey, and Chambers were sent out in response to that call as being first-class teachers. Mr. Connor was accompanied by his wife and their two infant sons and, as one of Tasmania's first pioneers under the education system, Mr. and Mrs. Connor had charge of the central school of Hobart Town for about fourteen years. After a sojourn of eighteen years in Tasmania, Mr. Connor came over to Victoria with his wife and family, and landed in Melbourne on the day when Flying Buck won the first champion race run in the colony (1 Oct 1859), but it is to the history of deceased as a resident of South Gippsland that we desire more particularly to refer in the present obituary notice. On the 29th of May,1867, Mr. Connor took up his abode as proprietor of a station on the Jack River, in the Alberton district, but in course of time the land was rushed by selectors and the original holder was compelled to abandon it with the exception of one small section and the selection now held by his son Arthur. It was at that stage of his history that the subject of our remarks resumed his old calling, and as head teachers in the Alberton State School both Mr. and Mrs. Connor were well and favourably known for a long series of years, but more recently in charge of the Yarram and Port Albert Schools, as our readers are already aware. The deceased gentleman lived to see his family grow up in honour and respectability around him, and it must be a source of deep gratification to those who mourn his departure as the head of a large family circle that he was spared the pain of a lingering illness, and that from the hour of his attack until the closing scene he appeared to be conscious of the great change that awaited him and well prepared to meet it. Although no word was uttered during his illness, it was noticeable that when questions were asked or remark offered he signified his pleasure and acquiescence by pressure of the hand, and by this means communication was enjoyed until the evening of dissolution. The deceased acted with prudent forethought many years ago by effecting a policy of insurance upon his life for a moderate amount, and as it is but reasonable to expect that the Government will recognise the long and valued services of both Mr. and Mrs. Connor by awarding a sum equivalent to the retiring allowance that would have accrued in the ordinary way in the event of resignation, there should be no ground for doubt as to the provision that will be made for his widow and her unmarried daughters. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon in the Alberton General Cemetery, the remains being interred in the grave next to that tenanted by his son, Mr. George Connor, who died at Alberton about seven years since. Among those who attended the funeral it is worthy of note that the following members of the family were present Mr. Thomas Connor, of South Yarra, Mr. Charles Connor, of Ballarat, Mr. Arthur Connor, of Alberton (sons of deceased), also Mr. J. D. Ferres, Mr. Denham (sons-in-law) and the two sons of the latter.
Public Records Office Vic. Wills and Probate Records 1841-1925. File No 20/962
Last Will and Testament of Thomas James Connor dated 30 Aug 1869. Thomas left his money and chattels to Anne Connor, his executrix, including his interest in a Life Assurance policy, and half the profits or half the sale proceeds of "Jack Rivulet Run". The remaining half went to George William Connor, his son. Witnesses Edgar Slade and Alfred George Branford.
Probate of will, value 930 pounds.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a School Master in 1841 in Marylebone, London, England.
• He resided at Dorset Square in 1841 in Marylebone, London, England.
• He emigrated Ship 'William Wise' on 10 Jun 1841 from London.
• He immigrated Ship 'William Wise' on 10 Oct 1841 to Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.
• He worked as a School Teacher on 10 Oct 1841-5 Jan 1844 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.
• He resided at 20 Campbell Street in 1844 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.
• He worked as a School Teacher, Liverpool Street on 6 Jan 1844-1848 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.
• He resided at Seabank in 1880 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia.
6-Edward Peake CONNOR was born in 1838 in London, England and died on 1 Jun 1844 in Tasmania, Australia aged 6.
6-Thomas James CONNOR was born in 1840 in London, England, died on 10 Jul 1924 in Rathscar, Victoria, Australia aged 84, and was buried in Maddingley Cemetery.
General Notes: 9 May 1864, Victorian Government Gazette
Lieutenant in the Carlton Corps, Volunteer Force.
The Farmer's Journal and Gardener's Chronicle (Melbourne), 24 Dec 1863
Annual examination of the South Yarra School, attached to the Presbyterian Church, took place on Monday evening, in the presence of a large number of ladies and gentlemen resident in the district. The school is taught by Mr Thomas James Connor, jun., assisted by Mrs Connor and Misses Annear and Anderson. The scholars were thoroughly examined by the Rev. George Mackie in the various departments of grammar, arithmetic, geography, etc., and acquitted themselves to the satisfaction of all assembled. During Mr Connor's short incumbency the attendance on the roll has increased from 80 to nearly 200. Prizes thanks voted to the teachers, after which the holidays
The 1873-74 the Victorian Government Gazette records that his registration No. was 580 and he was the head teacher of the South Yarra School, No. 583, on an annual salary of 306 pounds 6 shillings and four pence. There were 8 teachers at the school. In the following year his salary was 351 pounds and 7 pence. He had been at the School since July 1863. Connor was retrenched from the Education Department in 1894, close to retirement age.
Death Registration Ref. 10707.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Head Teacher, South Yarra School in 1863-1894 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Millswyn Street 1877+ in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Stamford Hill in 1913 in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia.
Thomas married Emily GIBBONS, daughter of William GIBBONS and Mary PHILLIPS, on 16 May 1863 in East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Emily was born in 1838 in Reading, Berkshire, England and died on 22 Jun 1918 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 80. They had seven children: Adela Elizabeth, Emily Sylvia, Edith Mary, Edgar George Mackie, Barclay George, Harry Ernest and James Arthur.
7-Adela Elizabeth CONNOR was born in 1864 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and died in 1939 in Barnett, Hertfordshire, England aged 75.
Adela married John Horace PETCH on 22 Jun 1893 in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia. John was born in 1864 in Islington, Middlesex, England and died in 1929 in Barnett, Hertfordshire, England aged 65. They had three children: Horace Francis, Eileen and Marjorie.
8-Horace Francis PETCH was born on 10 Jul 1894 and died on 22 Mar 1954 in St Helens, Lancashire, England aged 59.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Private 704, 300512, 5th Battalion, London Regiment in 1914-1918.
• He worked as a Mechanical Engineering Travelling Representative in 1939 in Barnett, Hertfordshire, England.
• He resided at Evesham, Great North Road in 1939 in Barnett, Hertfordshire, England.
Horace married Silvia A NETTON in 1924 in Hendon, Middlesex, England. Silvia was born on 21 Aug 1899. They had two children: Stella A and Michael H F.
9-Stella A PETCH was born in 1931 in Barnett, Hertfordshire, England.
9-Michael H F PETCH was born in 1934 in Barnett, Hertfordshire, England.
Michael married Joan M CROKER in 1962 in Barnett, Hertfordshire, England.
8-Eileen PETCH was born on 26 Apr 1899 in Highgate, Middlesex, England.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Shorthand Typist, Secretary in 1939 in Westminster, Middlesex, England.
• She resided at 8 Belgrave Street in 1939 in Westminster, Middlesex, England.
8-Marjorie PETCH was born in 1900 in Highgate, Middlesex, England.
Marjorie married Ronald A DOWLEN in 1924 in Edmonton, Middlesex, England.
7-Emily Sylvia CONNOR was born on 29 May 1866 in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia and died on 16 Dec 1943 in Broadmarsh, Victoria, Australia aged 77.
Emily married Samuel McCONNELL on 20 Jul 1910. Samuel was born in 1870 and died on 2 Aug 1947 aged 77.
7-Edith Mary CONNOR was born in 1868 and died on 21 Jun 1910 in Maddingley, Victoria, Australia aged 42.
7-Edgar George Mackie CONNOR was born in 1873 in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia and died in 1873 in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia.
7-Barclay George CONNOR was born on 21 Mar 1877 in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia, died on 18 Mar 1946 in Caulfield, Victoria, Australia aged 68, and was buried on 20 Mar 1946 in Fawkner Cemetery.
General Notes: Melbourne Argus, 20 March 1946
CONNOR. - On March 18, at Caulfield, Barclay George, of 36 Trevellyan street, Elsternwick, loving husband of Elma and loved father of Harry, Alan, Basil, and Muriel (deceased), aged 68 years. At rest.
CONNOR. - The Funeral of the late BARCLAY GEORGE CONNOR, of No. 36 Trevellyan st., Elsternwick, will leave J. Monkhouse & Son's parlour, 122 Carpenter st. Brighton THIS DAY (Wednesday), at 10.30 a.m., for the New Melbourne Cemetery,
Melbourne Argus, 10 Apr 1946
BARCLAY GEORGE CONNOR. Formerly of Moreland, near Melbourne, Overseer, but late of 36 Trevellyan Street, Elsternwick, Retired. Deceased. After 14 clear days Elma Charlotte Muriel Connor, of 36 Trevellyan street, Elsternwick, widow the executrix appointed by deceased's will, dated the 13th day of February, 1939, will APPLY to the Supreme Court of Victoria for a grant of PROBATE of the said WILL.
Dated the 9th day of April. 1940.
CLEARY, ROSS, & DOHERTY, solicitors, 40 Queen street, Melbourne.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Overseer in 1903 in Koo-wee-up, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as an Overseer, Cann River in 1909 in Orbost, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at College Street in 1914 in Wendouree, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Ross Street in 1914 in Coburg, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Clerk in 1914-1919 in Wendouree, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Traveller in 1924-1931 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 758 Inkerman Street in 1924 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 23 Gladstone Street in 1931 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 19 Highett Street in 1936 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Staff Sergeant V14874, 3 Trade Repair Control Section on 26 May 1941-18 Mar 1946.
• He resided at 36 Trevellyan Street in 1946 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia.
Barclay married Elma Charlotte Muriel ABBOTT on 17 Sep 1902 in Victoria, Australia. Elma was born in 1883 and died on 5 Jun 1952 in Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia aged 69. They had four children: Harry Chalmers, Alan Gibbons, James Basil and Muriel Gibson.
General Notes: The Age, 1 Aug 1952
ELMA CHARLOTTE MURIEL CONNOR late of 9 Statters Street Coburg pensioner deceased After fourteen clear days Harry Chalmers Connor of 9 Statters Street Coburg Carpenter the Executor named In the Will of the said deceased dated the 16th day of May 1952 will APPLY to the Supreme Court of Victoria for a Grant of Probate of the said Will.
CLEARY ROSS & DOHERTY of 40 Queen Street, Melbourne, Solicitors.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia.
8-Harry Chalmers CONNOR was born in 1903 in Coburg, Victoria, Australia and died on 9 Oct 1962 in Box Hill, Victoria, Australia aged 59.
Harry married Margaret TUFFS on 10 Mar 1926 in Prahan, Victoria, Australia.
General Notes: Prahran Telegraph, 10 Dec 1926
Miss Margaret Tuffs, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Tuffs, Martin street. Gardenvale, to Mr. Harry Chalmers Connor, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Connor, Gladstone street, Sandringham.
8-Alan Gibbons CONNOR was born on 18 Jan 1907 in Coburg, Victoria, Australia and died in 1967 in Glen Huntley, Victoria, Australia aged 60.
General Notes: Argus, 11 Oct 1933
BIGAMY ALLEGED
Alan Gibbons Connor, mechanic, Collins street, Mentone, was charged at the Brunswick Court on
Wednesday with having committed bigamy. It was alleged that Connor had on October 3, 1925
married Hazel Jessie Putt at St. Andrew's Church of England, Brighton, and that he had at Sydney road, Brunswick, on October 8, 1932, gone through the form of marriage with Olive Myrtle Smith his wife being then alive. Mr. Muir appeared for Connor. Connor pleaded not guilty, and reserved his defence. He was committed for trial at the sittings of the Criminal Court, beginning; on October 16. Bail was fixed at £100, and a surety of £100.
The Age, 28 Oct 1933
BIGAMIST IMPRISONED.
Makes Plea for Leniency.
When Allan Gibbons Connor, 26 years, mechanic, of Cheltenham, came up for sentence before Mr. Justice Macfarlan in the Criminal Court yesterday on a charge of bigamy, he made a plea for leniency. He said, he loved the girl and wanted to marry her as she was all the world to him. Her father, had died a fortnight ago, and she was now on her own. He wanted to look after and protect her. His Honor said bigamy was a serious offence, though in the present case the girl who had been wronged was fond of the prisoner and wanted to marry him the charge was too serious to allow Connor out on a bond, but leniency would he extended to him as both parties were genuinely fond of each other. The sentence would be imprisonment for four months.
Argus, 25 Apr 1934
Hazel Jessie Connor, aged 26 years, of Centre road, Brighton, from Alan Gibbons Connor, aged 26 years, of Collins street, Mentone, motor mechanic, on the ground of misconduct. The marriage took place on October 3, 1925, at Brighton and there are four children.
Argus, 30 Apr 1947
NOTICE is hereby given, that the PARTNERSHIP heretofore subsisting between Alan Gibbons Connor and William Mackay, sawmillers, at Government road, Garfield, in the State of Victoria, under the firm name of "CONNOR & MACKAY," was DISSOLVED by mutual consent on the 24th day of April. 1947. All debts due by and monies due to the late firm will be paid or received by
the said Alan Gibbons Connor at 683 Canning street North Carlton.
Dated this 24th day of April. 1947.
A. G. CONNOR.
W. MACKAY.
Rodda, Ballard. & Vroland. solicitors. 430 Little Collins street. Melbourne.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Motor Mechanic in 1934 in Mentone, Victoria.
• He worked as a Sawmiller in 1947 in Garfield, Victoria, Australia.
Alan married Hazel Jessie PUTT, daughter of Leopold Hector PUTT and Jessie Mabel EWING, on 3 Oct 1925 in Brighton, Victoria, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce in 1934. Hazel was born in 1906 in Victoria, Australia and died in 1934 in Victoria, Australia aged 28.
Alan next married Olive Myrtle SMITH, daughter of Cornelius SMITH and Ivy Margaret WHITE, on 8 Oct 1932 in Brunswick, Victoria, Australia. Olive was born on 9 Oct 1912 and died on 10 Oct 2000 in Frankston, Victoria, Australia aged 88.
8-James Basil CONNOR was born on 18 Jan 1907 in Coburg, Victoria, Australia and died on 26 Nov 1986 in Hampton, Victoria, Australia aged 79.
General Notes: Melbourne Argus, 23 Jan 1925
TINS OF TALLOW STOLEN.
Two Men Charged.
Arrested by Detective Burrows at Sandringham on Thursday, James Basil Connor, a youth was charged at the Sandringham watch-house with having stolen two tins of tallow, valued at £4, property of R. Murton, butcher, of Station Street, Sandringham. Thomas Reilly, a bottle dealer of Young street, St Kilda was charged with having received the tallow, knowing it to have been stolen. It is alleged by the police that Reilly bought the tallow from Connor, who was employed by Murton. Connor is alleged to have stolen the tallow from the butcher's shop.
Plus 2 other children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Machinist in 1931 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Printer in 1936 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
James married Doris Violet Emily POWER, daughter of John POWER and Emily Charlotte Baxter RITCHIE, on 21 Oct 1933 in Hampton, Victoria, Australia. Doris was born on 16 Aug 1908 in Brunswick, Victoria, Australia and died on 24 Sep 1996 in Korumburra, Victoria, Australia aged 88. They had one daughter: Maureen Doris Joy.
9-Maureen Doris Joy CONNOR was born on 22 Jul 1941 and died in Jan 1943 in Carlton, Victoria, Australia aged 1.
8-Muriel Gibson CONNOR was born on 11 Mar 1910 in Coburg, Victoria, Australia and died in 1930 in Cheltenham, Victoria, Australia aged 20.
General Notes: Melbourne Argus, 28 May 1930
CONNOR.- On the 27th May, at Heatherton, Muriel Gibson, dearly loved only daughter of Barclay
and Elma Conner, 29 Gladstone street, Sandringham, loving sister of Harry, Alan, and Basil, aged 20 years. Our darling at rest.
7-Harry Ernest CONNOR was born on 26 Dec 1879 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and died on 5 Feb 1875 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged -4.
7-James Arthur CONNOR was born on 10 May 1880 in Marong, Victoria, Australia and died on 27 Feb 1958 in Melton, Victoria, Australia aged 77.
General Notes: The Bacchus Marsh Express, 11 March 1916
James Arthur Connor has added his name as a member of the Commonwealth Army. He will go into Camp on 12th April. He is the fourth soldier which the Presbyterian Church choir has supplied during the last year.
Enlisted on 8 March 1916 and appointed to 22nd Depot Battalion but transferred on 12 Apr 1916 to 21st Battalion (No. 5309). Embarked on HMAT Themistocles which departed Melbourne 28 July 1916 and arrived Plymouth 11 Sep 1916. Proceeded to France 16 Nov 1916. Taken on strength of Battalion in France on 2 Dec 1916. Reported sick on 23 Dec 1916 sent to Hospital and returned to Battalion 13 Feb 1917. Wounded in Action 20 Mar 1917 and embarked for England from 5th General Hospital, Rouen, with a Gun Shot Wound to Left Eye on 17 Apr 1917 to Hospital in Wandsworth on 19 April. Appointed Lance Corporal 16 Mar 1917. Transferred to 1st Auxiliary Hospital at Harefield on 21 Jun 1917. Transferred to Army Medical Corps Harefield 12 Aug 1917. Returned to Australia on Persic and disembarked on 12 Feb 1918 and discharged 19 Mar 1918.
Melbourne Punch, 26 Oct 1911
Mr. J. A. CONNOR TO MISS B. GRANT.
A notable wedding took place at "Millbank," Bacchus Marsh, on Wednesday. 11th October, between Miss Bessie Grant, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Grant, of "Millbank." and Mr.James Arthur Connor, youngest son of Mr. T. J.Connor, of "Moonolong," Bacchus Marsh. The ceremony was celebrated in the drawing room by the Rev. B. Williams, the "Wedding March" being played by Mrs. E. Gordon Morris. Miss Belle Morton sang beautifully, "The Voice That Breathed O'er Eden."
Both the drawing room and the marquee adjoining were prettily decorated with yellow and pink roses by the girl' friends of the bride. The bride, who was given away by her father, looked charming in a white embroidered muslin frock over glace. She carried a shower bouquet of white roses and lilies of the valley. The bridesmaid, Miss Alice Grant (sister of the bride), was very prettily frocked in pale pink satin striped ninon; and carried a bouquet of pink roses. Mr. W. P. Grant (brother of the bride) acted as best man.
After the ceremony the wedding breakfast was held in a marquee erected in the garden. A great number of beautiful presents were received, including: Bride to bridegroom, travelling bag, bridegroom to bride, dressing case, to bridesmaid, gold bracelet, to best man, black and gold watch chain. A number of cheques were also received. Later Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Connor left on their wedding trip, the bride travelling in a mole crepe de chene, with hat to match. On their return to
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Ironmonger in 1916 in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Private 5309, 21st Battalion, 1st AIF 8 March 1916 -.
• He worked as a Carrier in 1942 in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Warrant Officer II V361375, 20th Battalion Volunteer Defence Corps on 10 Jul 1942-24 Aug 1945.
• He had an estate probated Will Proved.
James married Elizabeth 'Bessie' Jane GRANT, daughter of Grant William GRANT and Betsy McDONALD, on 11 Oct 1911. Elizabeth was born in 1881 in Victoria, Australia and died on 9 Nov 1934 in Melton, Victoria, Australia aged 53.
General Notes: Melbourne Argus, 7 Dec 1934
AFTER the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of the State of Victoria in Its Probate Jurisdiction that PROBATE of the LAST WILL (bearing date the tenth day of August 1933) of ELIZABETH JANE CONNOR, late of Bacchus Marsh In the said State, married woman, deceased, may be granted to James Arthur Connor of Bacchus Marsh aforesaid, general carrier, the sole executor named in and appointed by the said will.
Dated the seventh day of December 1934
PEARCE and WEBSTER 101 Queen street Melbourne, proctors for the applicant.
Noted events in her life were:
• She immigrated Ship, "Persic" on 4 May 1912 to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
James next married Miriam Louise SMITH in Sep 1936 in Victoria, Australia. Miriam was born in 1907 and died on 10 Jul 2000 in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia aged 93.
General Notes: Alt death 10 Jul 2003
6-George William CONNOR was born on 6 Oct 1842 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia, died on 7 Sep 1873 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia aged 30, and was buried on 9 Sep 1873 in Alberton Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Grazier, 'Jack River Run' in 1870-1871 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia.
• He had an estate probated Will Proved.
George married Eliza NEWTON, daughter of Edward Thomas NEWTON and Elizabeth MARTIN, on 13 Jul 1870 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia. Eliza was born on 4 May 1843 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, was christened on 22 Nov 1847, and died on 3 Apr 1912 in Gladesville, New South Wales, Australia aged 68. They had three children: George Stanley Newton, William Edward Ernest and Georgina Alice.
7-George Stanley Newton CONNOR was born on 26 Mar 1871 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 3 Nov 1951 in Roseville, New South Wales, Australia aged 80.
General Notes: Birth Ref. 8.
Farmer and Settler (Sydney), 30 Nov 1951
Obituary
Mr George Stanley Newton Connor, Roseville, died recently aged 82 years. The late Mr. Connor never quite recovered from being severely injured by a tram In Sydney four years ago. Born at Jack River, his late father's property, South Gippsland (Vic.), Mr Connor was well-known on the Monaro and Eden-Pambula districts. His only brother Is Capt. W. E. Connor, Landsend, Eden.
George married Isabella Sprott BOYD. Isabella was born on 10 Jun 1883 and died on 31 May 1957 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 73. They had three children: Constance Emily, Catherine Newton and George Boyd.
General Notes: The Sydney Sun, 8 Sep 1951
GOVT. NOTICES
REAL PROPERTY ACT
NOTICE.
Applications have been made to bring the under mentioned lands under the Real Property Act. Plans may be inspected and caveats lodged at the Land Titles Office. .Sydney, until 28th September, 1951.-
No. 36917 Isabella Sprott Connor 48 a. 2 r. 15 p lots A. B and C of Subdivision of portion 257 Forest Rd. and Lugarno Pde. Lugarno.
8-Constance Emily CONNOR was born on 16 Apr 1916 in St Leonard, New South Wales, Australia and died on 9 Jan 1988 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 71.
General Notes: See NAA for Aptitiude Test Report.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 8 Roslyn Avenue in 1942 in Roseville, New South Wales, Australia.
• She served in the military Driver NF437602, Australian Women's Army Service on 8 Oct 1942-18 Oct 1945.
Constance married Anthony PEARSON. Anthony was born on 10 Aug 1924 and died on 29 Dec 1996 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia aged 72. They had three children: George Frederick, Anthony James and Richard Boyd.
9-George Frederick PEARSON was born on 20 Jun 1952.
9-Anthony James PEARSON was born on 21 Aug 1953.
9-Richard Boyd PEARSON was born on 11 May 1955.
Richard married Jennifer TUTT. Jennifer was born on 8 Nov 1954. They had one daughter: Bronwyn Ella.
10-Bronwyn Ella PEARSON was born on 31 May 1957.
8-Catherine Newton CONNOR was born on 10 Mar 1918 and died on 19 Dec 1998 in Cremorne, New South Wales, Australia aged 80.
Catherine married John David Oswald MADDOCKS. John was born on 16 Oct 1928 and died on 17 Sep 2004 in Cremorne, New South Wales, Australia aged 75. They had three children: Geoffrey John, Gillian Ella and Peter Newton.
9-Geoffrey John MADDOCKS was born on 15 Aug 1955.
9-Gillian Ella MADDOCKS was born on 27 Aug 1957.
Gillian married Peter Russell TERREY. Peter was born on 20 May 1947.
9-Peter Newton MADDOCKS was born on 12 Dec 1958.
8-George Boyd CONNOR was born on 8 Nov 1919 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and died on 20 May 2014 in Forresters Beach, New South Wales, Australia aged 94.
General Notes: 11 July 1940 Appt Lieutenant, Sydney University Regt
31 Aug 1940 Seconded to Sydney University Regt for full time duties
6 Feb 1941 Seconded to AIF and appt Lieutentant.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lieutentant N78812, 20th Infantry Training Battalion on 13 Sep 1940-16 Dec 1940.
• He served in the military Captain 437957 (NX34870), 2/33rd Australian Infantry Battalion on 29 Jun 1940-16 Jan 1945.
George married Sybil Kane WHITING. Sybil was born on 24 Aug 1922 in Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia and died in Aug 1995 in Bowral, New South Wales, Australia aged 73. They had three children: Andrew George, Catherine Mary and Richard Kane.
Noted events in her life were:
• She served in the military Sergeant NF465227, Australian Women's Army Service on 12 Oct 1943-12 Jul 1946.
9-Andrew George CONNOR was born on 29 Aug 1950.
Andrew married Jan STOKES. Jan was born on 12 Nov 1951.
9-Catherine Mary CONNOR was born on 13 Aug 1953.
9-Richard Kane CONNOR was born on 5 Oct 1956.
Richard married Narelle BURNIE. Narelle was born on 26 Jul 1956.
7-William Edward Ernest CONNOR was born on 17 May 1872 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 20 Apr 1960 in Victoria, Australia aged 87.
General Notes: Birth Ref. 6503.
Sydney Evening News, 13 Apr 1908
3rd Australian Light Horse Regiment (Australian Horse). - William Edward Ernest Connor, to be 2nd lieutenant (provisionally).
Appointed Lieutenant 16 Dec 1914, relinquished commission 15 Apr 1915.
Did not go overseas.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lieutenant, 8th Light Horse in 1914-1915.
• He resided at 'Crossingford' via Rand in 1940 in New South Wales, Australia.
William married Lily Marion GOODERHAM. Lily was born on 9 Sep 1887. They had three children: Alan William Gooderham, Avril Mary and Valerie Elizabeth.
8-Alan William Gooderham CONNOR was born on 27 Aug 1920 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and died on 16 Dec 1974 aged 54.
General Notes: Distinguished Flying Medal while with 50 Squadron, RAF. London Gazette, 15 Jun 1943, p.2731,
position 7, Comonwealth of Australia Gazette, 17 Jun 1943, p.1250, pos. 51. Awarded Medal for attacks on Le Creusot, Milan and Germany. The Medal was presented to him by his Majesty, the King at Buckingham Palace, London on 28 Mar 1944. At the time he was a Sergeant.
Distinguished Flying Cross with 630 Squadron, RAF. London Gazette, 13 Oct 1944, p. 4694, pos. 13, Commonwealth of Australia Gazette, 26 Oct 1944, p.2403, pos. 24. He was awarded the Cross for his outstanding skill as a Wireless Operator on two tours (i.e. 47 missions). The Cross was presented to him by the Governor-General at Government House, Melbourne on 13 Nov 1946. He had been promoted to Flying Officer.
Both 50 and 630 Squadrons flew Lancaster bombers out of Skellingthorpe and East Kirkby Base, Lincolnshire respectively.
11 Nov 1940 No 2 ITS, Bradfield Park
4 Jan 1941 No 2 ED, Bradfield Park
16 Feb 1941 No 3 Wireless School, Canada
7 Jul 1941 No 2 BAGS, Canada
6 Aug 1941 1 'Y' Depot, Halifax (RCAF), Canada
8 Sep 1941 No 3 PRC
29 Sep 1941 ISS
9 Oct 1941 No 14 OTU
28 May 1942 50 Squadron to 26 Nov 1942 27 Operations (247.1 hours)
26 Nov 1942 - 6 Jan 1944 No 27 OTU (Wellington IC, III, X 98 hours)
6 Jan 1944 630 Squadron to 8 Jun 1944 20 Operations (197.5 hours)
(690 total)
Wireless Operator/Air Gunner
10 Nov 1940 AC 11
4 Jan 1941 LAC
4 Aug 1941 Sergeant
4 Feb 1942 Flight Sergeant
4 Feb 1943 Warrant Officer
10 Jul 1943 Pilot Officer
18 Jan 1944 Flying Officer
18 Jan 1945 Acting Flight Lieutenant
18 Jul 1945 Flight Lieutentant
23 Jan 1941 Embarked Sydney
20 Aug 1941 Embarked for UK
8 Sep 1941 Disembarked UK
8 Sep 1945 Embarked UK
17 Oct 1945 Disembarked Melbourne
13 Dec 1945 Discharged
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Private, 59th Battalion in 1939-1940.
• He worked as a Clerk, Ledger Dept Dalgetty & Co. In 1940 in Albury, New South Wales, Australia.
• He served in the military Flight Lieutenant 400898, Royal Australian Air Force on 10 Nov 1940-13 Dec 1945.
• He received the Distinguished Flying Medal on 15 Jun 1943.
• He received the Distinguished Flying Cross on 17 Oct 1944.
• He resided at 'Carmela Park' in 1946 in Albury, New South Wales, Australia.
Alan married Doreen Mary LAURENCE on 1 Sep 1943 in Doncaster, Yorkshire, England. Doreen was born on 13 Mar 1922 in Doncaster, Yorkshire, England. They had four children: Graham Laurence, Christine, Jennifer Francis and Peter Charles.
9-Graham Laurence CONNOR was born on 25 Apr 1944 in Doncaster, Yorkshire, England.
Graham married Susan HALL. Susan was born on 9 Aug 1947.
9-Christine CONNOR was born on 4 Mar 1946.
Christine married Robert Gordon James SLOAN. Robert was born on 13 Jul 1942.
9-Jennifer Francis CONNOR was born on 10 Jun 1950.
Jennifer married Robert Cecil CLARKE. Robert was born on 4 Nov 1947.
9-Peter Charles CONNOR was born on 4 Mar 1964.
8-Avril Mary CONNOR was born on 5 May 1922 in Lockhart, New South Wales, Australia, died on 26 Oct 1987 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 65, and was buried on 29 Oct 1987 in Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia.
General Notes: VF345888
21 Sep 1942 Group III Clerk Grade 1 to Group II Clerk 29 Dec 1944.
4th Ordinance Stores Coy.
3rd Aust. BOD (Technical Stores)
24 Apr 1844, Qualified with distinction with 89% marks, with remarks, 'A very good type who with further experience could develop into a senior NCO.'
Discharged from the AWAS on compassionate grounds.
The Farmer and Settler (Sydney), 23 May 1947
Wedding Bells
GUESTS came from all parts of the State to attend the wedding of Miss Avrll Connor and Mr. Harold (Mick) Walcott recently celebrated at Shore Chapel, North Sydney. The bride is the older daughter of Captain and Mrs. W. E. Connor, Crosslngford, via Rand, and the groom the son of Mr. and Mrs. Burford Walcott, Falrfield, Balgownle. The bride wore a lovely nown of pearl satin and a
Brussels lace veil. She carried a shower bouquet of white tuberoses and stocks. She was attended by four bridesmaids, Valerie Connor, Emily and Catherine Connor and Margaret Tooth. All wore white crepe frocks and carried bouquets of red roses. Mr. Kenneth Walcott was best man and Mr. A. Walcott, groomsman. Following the wedding a reception was held at Windsor Gardens, Chatswood.
Daily Advertiser (Wagga Wagga), 11 Jun 1947
RAND BRIDE MARRIED IN SCHOOL CHAPEL
Four bridesmaids attended Miss Avril Connor, eldest daughter of Captain and Mrs. W. E. Connor,
of 'Crossingford,' Rand, at her wedding to Mr. Harold Walcott at the Sydney Church of England
Grammar School chapel. The bridegroom, who was a former pupil of the school, is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. B. Walcott, of 'Fairfield,' one of the properties which form the Balgownie Estate, on the Delegate River. The Rev. Mr. Backhouse officiated at the ceremony. The bride wore a cream satin gown, with a full train, and a beautiful veil of Brussels lace lent by Mrs. Kath Chernside of 'Inglewood.' Bombala. She carried a bouquet of stocks, gardenias and tuberoses. Her father gave her away.
The bridesmaids, Miss Valerie Connor (the bride's sister) Misses Emily and Kathleen Connor
(cousins of the bride) and Miss Margaret Tooth (the groom's cousin) wore white gowns and head-dresses of red roses. They carried bouquets of red roses. The groom was attended by Mr.
Ken Walcott. Mr. Tony Walcott. Mr. Alan Connor (the bride's brother) and Mr. George Connor
(the bride's cousin). The reception was held at Windsor Gardens, Chatswood. A beautifully decorated three tier wedding cake was cut. The groom's gift to the bride was a gold wristlet watch. After the reception Mr. and Mrs. Walcott left for Melbourne by car. They will live at 'Fair-field.'
Alt date of death 18 Sep 2015. aged 93, Victoria
Noted events in her life were:
• She served in the military Private VF345888, 4 Australian Ordnance Stores Company on 8 Sep 1942-10 Jan 1945.
Avril married Harold Victor WALCOTT on 30 Apr 1947 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Harold was born on 5 Jan 1910 in Delegate, New South Wales, Australia, died on 11 Jan 1984 in Horsham, Victoria, Australia aged 74, and was buried on 14 Jan 1984. They had three children: Julie Ann, Gregory Keith and Kim Anthony.
General Notes: Military Service, 2/17 Battalion, 3rd Reinforcements. Private NX60639, enlisted 30 Jul 1940 at Goulbourn, SWS, discharged 14 Feb 1946.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Private NX60639, 2/17 Battalion on 30 Jul 1940-14 Feb 1946.
• He worked as a Farmer, 'Fulham' in 1947-1984 in Kanagulk, Victoria, Australia.
9-Julie Ann WALCOTT was born on 26 Jan 1949 in Victoria, Australia.
Julie married Rudolf Frederick STAROSTA in St Kilda, Victoria, Australia. Rudolf was born on 2 Aug 1949 in Germany.
9-Gregory Keith WALCOTT was born on 1 Jun 1953 in Victoria, Australia.
Gregory married Heather HOBBS.
9-Kim Anthony WALCOTT was born on 24 Aug 1956 in Victoria, Australia.
Kim married Heather SKEEN in 1993.
8-Valerie Elizabeth CONNOR was born circa 1928 and died on 29 Jun 1994 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged about 66.
General Notes: Lockhart Review and Oaklands Advertiser (NSW), 4 Apr 1950
Sister Valerie Connor, youngest daughter of Capt. Ernest and Mrs. Connor, had the bad luck to
receive severe scalding, when she upset a spirit stove, carrying boiling water, whilst on duty at the Albury District Hospital. She has now become an out-patient, and is steadily recovering from her accident.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Nursing Sister, Prince Alfred Hospital in 1949 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Valerie married Rod ALDRIDGE. They had three children: Warwick Glenn, Bethany Jane and Jason James.
9-Warwick Glenn ALDRIDGE was born on 6 Apr 1957.
9-Bethany Jane ALDRIDGE was born on 22 Mar 1961.
9-Jason James ALDRIDGE was born on 29 Jun 1964.
7-Georgina Alice CONNOR was born on 16 Aug 1873 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 6 Mar 1904 in Kew Lunatic Asylum, Victoria, Australia aged 30.
General Notes: Birth Ref. 13772, death Ref. 1885.
Sydney Morning Herald, 20 May 1904
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW SOUTH WALES. - Probate Jurisdiction. In the Estate of
GEORGIA ALICE CONNOR late of Alberton Gippsland in the State of Victoria, Spinster, deceased intestate. Application will be made after fourteen days from the publication hereof that Administration of the Estate of the abovenamed deceased may be granted to WILLIAM EDWARD ERNEST CONNOR of Broad Water, Eden in the State of New South Wales, brother of the abovenamed deceased; and all notice may be served at the undermentioned address. And all claims against the Estate are required to be sent to the undersigned within the abovementioned time as it is intended to apply to have the usual bond dispensed with. P. E. ROGERS, Proctor for the applicant, Imlay street, Eden. By his agents CURTIS and BARRY, 167 King Street, Sydney.
6-Sarah Frances CONNOR was born on 8 Aug 1844 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia and died on 9 Oct 1895 in Carlton, Victoria, Australia aged 51.
General Notes: Death Ref. 12456.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will in 1895 in Melbourne.
• She resided at York Terrace, Lygon Street in 1895 in Carlton, Victoria, Australia.
6-Cornelia Anne CONNOR was born on 22 Jul 1846 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, died on 5 Feb 1883 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia aged 36, and was buried on 7 Feb 1883 in Alberton Cemetery.
General Notes: Although birth was in 1841, the event was not registered until 1846. This is probably because she was probably born shortly before the family's departure from England, or more likely during the voyage to Australia. A brother's birth was registered in 1842. Father's name is also given as Thomas James Connor.
Birth registered in Tasmania. Marriage (Victoria) Ref. 1340, Death Ref. 542.
Noted events in her life were:
• She was Church of England.
Cornelia married Henry Archer DENHAM, son of James Amos DENHAM and Catherine, on 22 Jun 1873 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia. Henry was born on 21 Sep 1838 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia, was christened on 12 Dec 1838, died on 19 Jul 1916 in Katanning, Western Australia, Australia aged 77, and was buried on 20 Jul 1916. They had two children: Henry James and George Hamilton.
General Notes: Henry Archer Denham remarried after the death of his wife in 1883 at Shalford, Catherine Collopy.
The Western Australian (Perth), 25 Jul 1916
DENHAM - On July 19, at Katanning Hospital (suddenly), Henry Archer Denham, Kulikup.
beloved father of Henry Denham (Port Darwin) and George H. Denham (Gnowangerup. W.A.). Victorian papers please copy.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Grazier in 1903-1905 in Binginwarrie, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Journalist, 93 Hay Street in 1906 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
• He had a residence in 1909 in Ullin Pool, Western Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Farmer in 1910-1916 in Dinninup via Sprinfield, Western Australia, Australia.
7-Henry James DENHAM was born on 28 Jun 1874 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia, died on 30 Aug 1956 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia aged 82, and was buried in Karakatta Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Kangoo Station in 1911-1912 in Broome, Western Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Stockman, Millungera Station, in 1919 in Julia Creek, Queensland, Australia.
• He worked as a Pastoralist, Hill Station in 1922-1931 in Broome, Western Australia, Australia.
• He worked as an Overseer, Mulgarra Station via Yalgoo in 1943 in Mt Magnet, Western Australia, Australia.
Henry married Beatrice Maude Alice Vivian. Beatrice was born in 1878, died on 23 May 1957 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia aged 79, and was buried in Karrakatta Cemetery.
7-George Hamilton DENHAM was born on 19 Sep 1875 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died in 1957 in Plantagenet, Western Australia, Australia aged 82.
General Notes: Advertisement in the Western Australian on 12 Nov 1912, 1 Feb 1913 and 14 Feb 1913, that his suburban allotment will be sold for arrears of rates of 1 pound 16/11.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Tram Conductor in 1903 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at Farmer in 1910-1910 in Cooraminta, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at Lot 364 Hensman Street in 1913 in South Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at Sleeper Hewer, Coombe Street in 1915 in Collie, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at Contractor, Shopkeeper in 1916-1931 in Gnowangerup, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at "Banclody', Rosser Street in 1917 in Cottesloe, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 24 Duke Street, Boarding House Proprietor in 1936 in Albany, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 75 Vancouver Street, Boarding House Proprietor in 1954 in Albany, Western Australia, Australia.
George married Helena Annie McMAHON, daughter of Francis J McMAHON and Helen. Helena was born in 1891 and died in 1966 in Plantagenet, Western Australia, Australia aged 75. They had four children: Cornelia Ann, John, Helen Margaret McMahon and Doris Frances.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Gnowangerup Coffee Palace in 1926 in Gnowangerup, Western Australia, Australia.
8-Cornelia Ann DENHAM was born in 1905 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Albany (WA) Advertiser, 23 Feb 1939
PUBLIC NOTICES.
THE Oddfellows Badminton Club will be re-opened on March 2.
All members and intending members are requested to attend. Meeting and election of officers
during evening.
CORNELIA A. DENHAM, Hon. Sec.
20 Mar 1941
ODDFELLOWS BADMINTON CLUB.
A MEETING of the above Club will be held in the Oddfellows Hall on Monday, March 24th, at 8 p.m.
All members and intending members cordially invited.
CORNELIA A. DENHAM, Hon. Secretary.
10 Apr 1941
A DANCE will be held in ODDFELLOWS HALL, Easter Monday Night, under the auspices of Oddfellows Badminton Club. Allie Simmonds' Orchestra. Good Floor. Usual Prices.
CORNELIA A. DENHAM, Hon. Secretary.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Shop Assistant in 1931 in Gnowangerup, Western Australia, Australia.
8-John DENHAM was born in 1907 in Sussex, Western Australia, Australia and died in 1907 in Sussex, Western Australia, Australia.
8-Helen Margaret McMahon DENHAM was born in 1910 in Sussex, Western Australia, Australia.
8-Doris Frances DENHAM was born on 18 Jun 1912 in Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia and died on 24 Aug 2001 in Albany, Western Australia, Australia aged 89.
General Notes: Gnowangerup and Tambellup-Ongerup Gazette (WA), 25 Nov 1933
Marriage.
BEECK-DENHAM.
The marriage, of Miss Frances Doris Denham, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. H. Denham,
of Gnowangerup, to Mr. Francis Joseph Beeck, fourth son of the late Mr. C. F. Beeck and Mrs. E.
Adams, of "Marracoonda", was celebrated on Tuesday 14th November, at the District Registrar's. Katanning. The bride was given away by her father and wore a graceful ankle length frock of blue silk moracain fashioned on long straight lines, trimmed with pin tucks, and white straw hat trimmed with blue, and carried a bouquet of Christmas lilies, pink rosebuds and asparagus fern. She was attended by her sister Miss Helen Denham, who was attired in a confection of red and white and carried a sheaf of red hollyhocks and fern. Mr. John Farley acted as best man. After the ceremony Mr and Mrs. Denham, assisted by Mrs. Adams (mother of the bridegroom) held a reception where the usual toasts were honored. After an enjoyable evening, Mr. and Mrs. Beeck left by car for their new home at Serpentine.
The bouquets carried by the bride and bridemaid, and mothers of the bride and bridegroom, were the
handwork and gift of Miss Lily M. Porteous an old friend of the family.
Mt Barker and Denmark Record, 6 Oct 1947
WOMEN'S AUXILIARY R.S.S.A.I.L.A.
All members and wives of R.S.L. members, are invited to attend the monthly Social afternoon, Wednesday next at R.S.L. Institute at 3 p.m. „
D. F. BEECK and M. PAGE,
Hostesses.
The West Australian, 5 Aug 1954
Divorces
Orders nisi for divorce were granted in the. Supreme Court yesterday in the following 17
undefended cases, the plaintiff being named first .in each:
(Before the Chief Justice, Sir John Dwyer.)
Doris Frances Beeck v. Frances Joseph Beeck. Ground: Desertion. Counsel:- Mr. Sharp.
Doris married Francis Joseph BEECK, son of Charles Ferdennant BEECK, on 14 Nov 1933 in Gnowangerup, Western Australia, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce in 1954. Francis was born on 24 Aug 1910 in Katanning, Western Australia, Australia and died on 24 Jun 1986 in Penrith, New South Wales, Australia aged 75. They had two children: Audrey Frances and Anne.
General Notes: Mt Barker and Denmark Record, 20 May 1937
POLICE COURT
In the Albany Police Court on Monday morning, before Messrs. J. A. Barnesby and A. H. Richardson, J's.P. several cases were dealt with. Francis Joseph Beeck, dairyman, was charged by Health Inspector A. White with having committed a breach of the Health Act by having sold milk which did not conform to the standard appointed and was fined
£2, with 11/6 costs.
Mt Barker and Denmark Record, 14 Dec 1936
WE, the undersigned, having leased Murray's Cambrian Dairy Farm at> from December 7, solicit a continuance of the patronce accorded our predecessors.
GEORGE H. DENHAM.
FRANCIS J. BEECK.
Great Southern Herald (Katanning), 20 Mar 1937
Dairyman Runs Amok.
An employee at a dairy owned by Messrs. Denhain and Beock at Albany ran amok last Friday and wrecked his room before he was overpowered and handcuffed by two men and a police
constable. According to one of the proprietors, Mr. F. J. Beeck (a relative of the Beecks of Katanning), the employee, whose name was Kennedy Johnson (23), had proved himself an
excellent worker. He was of a very quiet disposition, and though inclined to brood, had never caused any serious trouble at the dairy. On Friday, it appears, he set to work systematically to
wreck his own bedroom, and having made a very good job of it, rushed to the kitchen, where he reduced the contents of the room to ruin. Mrs. Beeck and her two young children were greatly alarmed, but Johnson made no attempt to molest them. When another employee attempted to intervene, however, Johnson picked him up and threw him through the glass-panelled door.
Finally, two men and a constable ovcrpowered him, and after bring lodged in the Albany gaol he was charged with being deemed to be of unsound mind.
Mt Barker and Denmark Record, 4 Sep 1941.
THE Partnership between GEORGE H. DENHAM and FRANCIS J. BEECK, trading as Denham and Beeck, Milk Vendors, Cambian Dairy, Robinson Estate, has been dissolved
as from September 1st, 1941. The business will in future be carried on by Mr. Francis J. Beeck.
(Signed)
GEORGE H. DENHAM,
24 Duke-st., Albany.
FRANCIS J. BEECK,
Robinson Estate, Albany.
Kalgoorlie Miner, 21 Feb 1936
Boulder Local Court. Alexander Belt y. F. J. Beeck, £6 7/\emdash Order made that the debtor pay 10/ on the fourth and nineteenth of each month, the first payment to be made on March 4.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Farm Hand in 1931 in Marracppmda, Western Austrlaia, Australia.
• Rsid: 122 Piesse Street, in 1936-1937, in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Miner in 1937 in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Australia.
• He served in the military Private 59107 (WX28921), 1 Base Signal Park on 2 Jan 1942-17 Jun 1948.
• He worked as a Soldier in 1972 in Penrith, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Audrey Frances BEECK was born on 18 Nov 1934 in Boulder, Western Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Western Argus (Kalgoorlie), 4 Dec 1934
BEECK (nee Doris Denihan).-On November 18 at 12 Davis street, Boulder, to Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Beeck-a daughter (Audrey Frances). Both Well. Dr. Osborn and Nurse Millward.
Albany Advertiser, 21 Aug 1953
FINALISTS IN "MISS VICTORY" QUEST
It's no wonder that the judges had difficult task selecting "Miss Victory" from the six finalists (pictured
above) in the R.S.L's. "Miss Victory" Quest. From left to right are Misses Dorothy Willett, Audrey Beeck, Aileen O'Keefe, Shirley Hill ("Miss Victory"), Barbara Jones and Peggy Player.
(Did not win)
9-Anne BEECK .
General Notes: May not be a sister, but rather a cousin.
Great Southern Herald (Katanning), 19 Jun 1953
Bridesmaids Audrey and Ann Beeck, of Albany, wore lemon and mauve ballerina length moire
taffeta, with little skull caps to match. They also wore diamond and opal necklets, the gift of
the bridegroom,
6-Edward Charles CONNOR was born on 31 Jul 1848 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia and died on 17 Sep 1911 in Mooroopna, Victoria, Australia aged 63.
General Notes: Argus, 13 Oct 1911
WILLS AND ESTATES.
Edward Charles Connor, of Sandringham, retired public servant, who died on September 17, left
under a will dated April 14, 1881, real estate valued at £2,397 and personal property valued at £2,521 to his widow.
Alternative date of death 17 Sep 1911
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Teacher.
• He worked as a Superintendent, Ballarat Reformatory.
• He had a residence in 1880 in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Public/Civil Servant in 1903-1909 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Margaret Street in 1903 in Canterbury, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as an Inspector General of the Penal Department in 1909.
• He resided at Bamfield Street in 1909 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
Edward married Elizabeth Marion JOYCE, daughter of George JOYCE and Helen, on 26 Sep 1873 in Maryborough, Victoria, Australia. Elizabeth was born in 1849 and died on 4 Jan 1925 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia aged 76. They had five children: Blanche Annie, William Edgar Charles, Basil Percy, Hugh Neville and Dorothy Violet.
7-Blanche Annie CONNOR was born in 1874 in Coburg, Victoria, Australia and died on 12 Sep 1926 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia aged 52.
7-William Edgar Charles CONNOR was born in 1878 in Victoria, Australia and died on 8 Jul 1957 in Camberwell, Victoria, Australia aged 79.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1903-1909 in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Farmer.
• He had an estate probated Will Proved.
7-Basil Percy CONNOR was born in 1881 in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia and died on 7 Jun 1958 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 77.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Insurance Officer in 1958 in Brighton, Victoria, Australia.
• He had an estate probated Will Proved.
Basil married Constance Muriel BROWN, daughter of Thomas BROWN and Dorenda BULMAN, in 1914 in Victoria, Australia. Constance was born in 1887 in Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia and died on 27 May 1971 in Brighton, Victoria, Australia aged 84. They had two children: Muriel Joyce and Betty Marion.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will Proved.
8-Muriel Joyce CONNOR was born in 1914 in Brighton, Victoria, Australia.
8-Betty Marion CONNOR was born in 1919 in Brighton, Victoria, Australia and died in 1981 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 62.
7-Hugh Neville CONNOR was born in 1884 in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia, died on 22 Apr 1951 in Parkville, Victoria, Australia aged 67, and was buried in Maryborough Cemetery.
General Notes: Enlisted 29 Sep 1916 as Private 3086, 2nd Pioneer Battalion. Embarked on HMAT Hororota, which departed Melbourne on 23 Nov 1916 and disembarked Plymouth 29 Jan 1917. Proceeded to France 19 Apr 1917 and joined Battalion 7 May 1917 and taken on strength 12 May 1917. On leave in England 9 Mar 1918 to 30 March 1918. Attached to 238th RE Company in France 25 May 1918.
Granted leave from 5 May 1919 to 30 Jul 1919 with pay and subsidence to attend East of Scotland Agricultural College at Edinburgh. Recalled to duty 31 July 1919. Returned to Australia Euripides 3 Sep 1919 and disembarked 20 Oct 1919. Discharged 4 Dec 1919.
Estate left to his widow valued at 20,969 pounds.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Marine Engineer in 1909.
• He served in the military Private 3086, 2nd Pioneer Battalion on 27 Sep 1916-6 Sep 1919.
• He worked as a Farmer and Grazier in 1951 in Cotswold, Victoria, Australia.
• He had an estate probated Will Proved.
Hugh married Freda LIlian Jane ROSCHOLLER, daughter of George ROSCHOLLER and Louisa Eleanor, in 1940 in Victoria, Australia. Freda was born in 1903, died on 16 Mar 1981 in Fairfield, Victoria, Australia aged 78, and was buried in Maryborough Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will Proved.
7-Dorothy Violet CONNOR was born in 1887 in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia and died on 8 Feb 1979 in Kew, Victoria, Australia aged 92.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will Proved.
6-Robert Arthur Henry CONNOR was born on 19 Feb 1851 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, died on 7 Nov 1915 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia aged 64, and was buried on 9 Nov 1915.
General Notes: Probate value 6975 pounds to his wife and children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Mail Contractor.
• He worked as an Auctioneer, Sweeney Bros & Connor in 1880-1914 in Yarram, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Magistratre of Eastern Bailiwick on 31 Oct 1903.
• He worked as a Stock and Station Agent in 1915.
• He had a residence in 1880-1914 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia.
• He was Church of England.
Robert married Frances Ellen SPRING, daughter of Thomas SPRING and Sarah THORNHILL, on 14 Oct 1886 in Carlton, Victoria, Australia. Frances was born on 8 Jan 1857 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, died on 31 May 1901 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia aged 44, and was buried on 1 Jun 1901 in Alberton Cemetery. Another name for Frances was Frances Helen. They had four children: Ruby Thornhill, Montague Peake, Violette Thornhill and Millie Thornhill.
General Notes: alt 31 May 1908 for death.
7-Ruby Thornhill CONNOR was born on 19 Jul 1888 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 4 Sep 1979 in Caulfield, Victoria, Australia aged 91.
General Notes: Birth Ref. 16923, Marriage Ref. 9633.
Alt marriage year 1918.
Ruby married Dudley Arnaud FORD, son of William Harry FORD and Roseabell TILLETT, on 27 Dec 1916 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia. Dudley was born in 1882 in Victoria, Australia and died in 1968 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia aged 86.
7-Montague Peake CONNOR was born in 1890 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia, died on 19 May 1939 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 49, and was buried on 20 May 1939 in Melbourne Cemetery.
General Notes: Prahan Telegraph, 11 Oct 1913
Engagements and Weddings.
The engagement is enounced of Miss Florence R. (Dolly) David, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. David, of 'Rewa,' Albert-street, Windsor, to Mr. Montague P. Connor, only son of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. H. Connor, of 'Riverleigh,' Alberton.
Punch (Melbourne), 19 Oct 1916
An engagement is announced between Miss Mary Letitia (Lettiy). Buchanan, youngest daughter of Mrs. Wm. Buchanan, of "Brooklyn," Bairnsdale, and the late Wm. Buchanan, of "Craigmitchell," Bairnsdale, and Mr. Montague P. Connor, only son of the late Mr. and Mrs. R. A. H. Connor, of Alberton, and stepson of Mrs Connor, Alberton.
Gippsland Standard and Alberton Representative, 18 Feb 1916
SWEENEY BROS. & CONNOR.
Time honored firm.
The honored name of Sweeney Bros. & Connor, auctioneers. of Yarram, will soon belong lo the past,the firm having sold out to the progressive Gippsland & Northern Selling Co.. whose ramifications are ex-tending throughout the Slate. It is over 25 years since the firm was founded. Yarram's first auctioneers were Mr. Arthur Gelllon and Mr. Patrick Sweeney, this nearly thirty years ago. when the town was but a hamlet compared with its present proportions. The former changed to Gelllon Bros., and later to Connor and Bodman. Mr. H. G. Bodman retired, and for a time the late Mr. R. A. H. Connor carried on the business. In 1891 the firm of Sweeney Bros. & Connor was founded, with Messrs, Connor, M. Sweeney and P. Sweeney as partners. . Two years later Mr. P. Sweeney retired, and no further changes took place until death last year broke the bond which had subsisted for such a lengthy period, by the removal of Mr. R. A. H. Connor, who held a licence for 23 years The firm enjoyed a very high reputation, and on the books to-day are the names of clients who from first to last have remained loyal. It came safely through the boom, and moreover proved a tower of strength to many a struggling settler. There are men on the land in this district indebted to the old firm of Sweeney Bros. & Connor for the initial lift which put them on their feet. Years ago, when cash was not so plentiful, most purchases were made on paper, very often renewed for long periods, otherwise struggling landholders would not have been able to carry on. There was no "sewing up" with Sweeney Bros. & Connor so long as clients' purposes were honest.- The firm earned the goodwill of all, and terminates Its existence with a name known throughout the State for its absolute integrity. The Glppsland & Northern Selling Co. takes over on 1st March, with Mr. Montagu P. Connor as auctioneer and local manager.
Birth Ref. 8986, Marriage Ref. ?, Death Ref. 4242.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Auctioneer in 1914-1939 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Farmer in 1924-1936 in Welshpool, Victoria, Australia.
Montague married Mary Letitia BUCHANAN, daughter of William Aitken BUCHANAN and Mary Ellen AITKEN, on 27 Jun 1917 in Bairnsdale, Victoria, Australia. Mary was born on 27 Sep 1883 in Balleston, Victoria, Australia, was christened on 23 Mar 1884 in Newstead, Victoria, Australia, and died on 8 May 1931 in Richmond, Victoria, Australia aged 47. They had two children: Mary Frances and Nancy Buchanan.
General Notes: Check for inquest 15 Jun 1925
8-Mary Frances CONNOR was born on 18 Nov 1918 in Richmond, Victoria, Australia and died on 24 Nov 1992 aged 74.
Mary married David James YEATES on 3 Feb 1943 in Bairnsdale, Victoria, Australia. David was born on 10 Sep 1917 in Bairnsdale, Victoria, Australia and died on 8 Aug 2005 in Bairnsdale, Victoria, Australia aged 87. They had two children: Janet Elizabeth and Robert David.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Craftsman VX47367 111 Tank Attack Regt. On 1 Aug 1940-29 May 1945.
9-Janet Elizabeth YEATES was born on 25 Oct 1945.
Janet married Ian Robert CLUES on 23 Oct 1965 in Bairnsdale, Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Christine Maree and Fiona Elizabeth.
10-Christine Maree CLUES was born on 20 Oct 1968.
Christine married Ross Andrew MACPHERSON on 15 Oct 1994. They had two children: Letesha Maree and Angus Ross.
10-Fiona Elizabeth CLUES was born on 5 Nov 1970.
Fiona married Darren BURCHELL on 29 Apr 2000. They had one son: Benjamin Ronald.
9-Robert David YEATES was born on 9 Jul 1951.
Robert married Catherine Valerie FIELD on 30 May 1987 in Bulleen, Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Ashleigh Catherine and Michael Robert.
10-Ashleigh Catherine YEATES was born on 1 Mar 1989.
10-Michael Robert YEATES was born on 25 Mar 1992.
8-Nancy Buchanan CONNOR was born on 2 Mar 1923 and died on 7 Apr 2015 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 92.
Nancy married John Henry Robert BAYLISS on 13 Mar 1948 in Bairnsdale, Victoria, Australia. John was born on 1 Jan 1920 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and died on 21 Mar 2005 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 85. They had two children: Judith Buchanan and Barbara Florence.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Staff Sergeant VX83646 (V23626) 15 Aust Small Ship Coy. On 31 Jul 1942-26 Mar 1946.
9-Judith Buchanan BAYLISS was born on 16 Oct 1949.
Judith married Brian John O'DONOGHUE on 8 Feb 1997 in Richmond, Victoria, Australia.
9-Barbara Florence BAYLISS was born on 1 Mar 1952.
Barbara married Frans HELLEMAN on 30 Nov 1973 in Bentleigh, Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Michael and David.
10-Michael HELLEMAN was born on 10 Jul 1980.
10-David HELLEMAN was born on 23 Aug 1982.
7-Violette Thornhill CONNOR was born on 21 Jun 1893 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 28 Sep 1971 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia aged 78.
General Notes: Birth Ref. 18347.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will Proved.
7-Millie Thornhill CONNOR was born on 11 Aug 1894 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 15 Sep 1954 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia aged 60.
Millie married John Alphonsus FOREY. John was born in 1899 in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia and died in 1944 in Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia aged 45.
Robert next married Edith Elizabeth STROVER, daughter of Samuel Foreman Jones STROVER and Elizabeth WOOD, in 1903 in Victoria, Australia. Edith was born on 22 Mar 1863 in Victoria, Australia and died on 18 Jul 1932 in Campbellfield, Victoria, Australia aged 69.
6-Florence Marie CONNOR was born on 28 Dec 1852 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia and died on 12 Aug 1929 in Armadale, Victoria, Australia aged 76.
General Notes: Alt date of death 10 Aug 1929
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher in 1873-1877 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at Centre Road in 1909 in Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at 103 Manning Road in 1926 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
Florence married John Davey FERRES, son of John FERRES and Mary DAVEY, on 4 Apr 1877 in Seabank, Victoria, Australia. John was born on 30 Jun 1854 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and died on 8 Jul 1903 in Camberwell, Victoria, Australia aged 49. They had eight children: Ethel Mary, Leslie William, Florence Davey, Charles Chancellor, John, Violet, Robert Connor and Kathleen Frances.
7-Ethel Mary FERRES was born on 28 Aug 1879 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 7 Jan 1887 in Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia aged 7.
7-Leslie William FERRES was born on 2 Jan 1881 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 3 Mar 1962 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 81.
General Notes: News (Adelaide), 9 Dec 1924
Prominent Accountant
Mr. Leslie W. Ferres, city accountant, has been entrusted with much important work as a liquidator of companies. During the war he was invited to take an important position in the Military Pay Office and was given a commission. He is a prominent chess player and is interested in cricket, tenms, and bowls.
One extra child
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lieutentant (Provisional), Australian Army Pay Corps in 1917.
• He resided at Dutton Terrace in 1925 in Medindie, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Chartered Accountant in 1938-1946 in Adelaide, South Australia.
Leslie married Millecent Lillian GOWER on 30 Mar 1910. Millecent was born on 27 Jan 1881 in Blakiston, South Australia, Australia and died on 3 Oct 1967 in Stirling, South Australia, Australia aged 86. They had two children: John Leslie and Margaret Elizabeth.
8-John Leslie FERRES was born on 4 Jan 1911 in North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia and died on 8 Oct 1984 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 73.
General Notes: Advertiser (Adelaide), 5 Jan 1944
The marriage of Miss Joan Sterling-Levis, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Sterling-Levis, of Bellevue Hill, Sydney. NSW, to Sgt. John Leslie Ferres, AIF, of Medindie will be celebrated at St. James' Church, Sydney, today.
3 children
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Radio Mechanic in 1937 in Medindie, South Australia, Australia.
• He served in the military Sergeant SX30739 (S16796), L of C Area Signals on 18 Jan 1943-6 Nov 1945.
• He worked as a Radio Engineer in 1949-1980 in Lindfield, New South Wales, Australia.
John married Joan STERLING-LEVIS, daughter of James Miles STERLING-LEVIS and Edith Frances Sutherland, on 5 Jan 1944 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Joan was born in 1918 in New South Wales, Australia and died on 2 Jul 2017 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 99. They had two children: Robyn Edith and Barbara Millicent.
General Notes: 12 July 1939
LONDON, July 11. The presentations at the Royal Court at Buckingham Palace to-day included the following Australians: Joan Sterling-Levis.
Sydney Morning Herald, 6 Jan 1944
SERVICE WEDDINGS
The wedding of Miss Joan Sterling-Levis. onlv daughter of Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Sterling-Levis, of Bellevue Hill, to Sergeant John Ferres, A.I.F.. only son of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Ferres, of
Adelaide, took place at St. James' Church. King Street, at 5.30 p.m. yesterday. The Rev. G. R. Mathers officiated.
The bride wore the dress in which she was presented at Court in 1939, white chiffon over satin embroidered with pearls, and a diamante tiara which she also wore at her presenta-
tion, and carried a white bouquet. Miss Judy Buckley, of Tamworth, attended her as bridesmaid. Mr. Colin Conacher. of Warrawee, acted as best man. The reception was held at the Forum Club.
The Sun (Sydney) 5 Jan 1944
When Miss Joan Sterling-Levis, only daughter of Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Sterling-Levis, of Double
Bay, is married to Sgt. John Ferres. AIF. at St. James' Church, King-street, late this afternoon, she will wear the gown in which she was presented at Court in 1939.
The frock, which is of white chiffon mounted on satin, has been slightly remodelled, and will
be worn with a billowing tulle veil.
Miss Judy Buckley will be the only bridesmaid and will carry a multi-colored bouquet against
her white crepe gown. The bridegroom, who is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Ferres, of Mitcham, South Australia, will be attended by Mr. Colin Conacher, a final year medical student at Sydney University.
A reception will be held at the Forum Club.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at Cuan Dair in 1938 in Vaucluse, New South Wales, England.
• She emigrated Ship 'Ormonde' to England in Jan 1939 from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
• She immigrated Ship 'Orcades' from Southampton on 2 Jul 1940 to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Robyn Edith FERRES .
9-Barbara Millicent FERRES .
8-Margaret Elizabeth FERRES was born on 12 Sep 1913 and died on 24 Oct 1989 in Stirling, South Australia, Australia aged 76.
General Notes: 2 children
Margaret married Gordon Edward Henry BLEBY, son of Edward Herbert BLEBY and Annie Maud PORTER, on 2 Dec 1939 in Blakiston, South Australia, Australia. Gordon was born on 14 Oct 1910 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, died on 22 Oct 1976 in London, England aged 66, and was buried on 28 Oct 1976 in Putney Vale Crematorium. They had two children: Margaret Anne and Richard Gordon.
General Notes: See, Porter ... they be thy people, by Shirley J Sampson, Adelaide, 2015, p.119.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Brigadier SX1454, 2/3 Field Regiment on 6 Nov 1939-22 Oct 1945.
• He received the Officer of the Order of the British Empire on 6 Mar 1947.
• He received the Mentioned in Despatches.
• He worked as a Judge, Industrial Court of South Australia.
9-Margaret Anne BLEBY was born on 15 Apr 1943 in Adelaide, South Australia.
Margaret married Rev Martin Carew CHITTLEBOROUGH. Martin was born in 1936 and died on 17 Aug 2014 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 78. They had two children: David Carew and Kirsty Anne.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Anglican Priest.
10-David Carew CHITTLEBOROUGH .
David married Karen NAVE. They had two children: Surayah Ann and Tyde Carew.
10-Kirsty Anne CHITTLEBOROUGH .
Kirsty married Timothy WELLINGTON. The marriage ended in divorce. They had one daughter: Annie Lee.
Kirsty next married Jason ATTENBOROUGH. They had two children: Andrew Jason and Alexandra Rose.
Kirsty next married Steve MOORE.
9-Richard Gordon BLEBY was born in 1953.
Richard married Juliet FIGWER. They had one son: Mark.
10-Mark BLEBY .
Richard next married Yukiko EBARA. They had one son: Haruka Ebara.
10-Haruka Ebara BLEBY .
7-Florence Davey FERRES was born on 19 Mar 1882 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 24 Jan 1898 in Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia aged 15.
7-Charles Chancellor FERRES was born on 5 Mar 1884 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died on 25 Apr 1914 in Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia aged 30.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Market Gardener in 1909 in Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at High Street in 1912 in Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia.
7-John FERRES was born on 2 Jan 1886 in Alberton, Victoria, Australia and died in 1966 in Box Hill, Victoria, Australia aged 80.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Clerk, High Street in 1913 in Mt Waverley, Victoria, Australia.
7-Violet FERRES was born on 9 Dec 1888 in Moe, Victoria, Australia and died on 22 Feb 1889 in Moe, Victoria, Australia.
7-Robert Connor FERRES was born on 22 Mar 1892 in Yarragon, Victoria, Australia, died on 20 Apr 1932 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 40, and was buried in Cheltenham Cemetery.
General Notes: Embarked on HMAT Afric, which departed Melbourne on 5 Jan 1916.
15 Nov 1915 Enlisted
14 Feb 1916 2nd DAC
9 Mar 1916 4th FAB
10 Mar 1916 22 Howitzer Bde
15 Mar 1916 Promoted Bombardier
13 May 1916 5th FAB
11 Sep 1916 Reverted to Driver at own request
20 Oct 1917 to Hospital sick
14 Feb 1918 5th FAB to 2nd DAC
11 Mar 1918 Admitted King George Hospital SE while on leave from France. Discharged 21 Mar 1918 with Albuminuria
28 Mar 1918 to France
2 Apr 1918 rejoined Unit
28 May 1918 to 2nd DAC (from 5th FAB, 14 Bty)
12 May 1919 Returned to Australia per Yperinga.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1914-1915 in Ashburton, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Gunner 10411, 5th Field Artillery Brigade, 1st AIF 27 Apr 1915 -.
• He resided at 51 Kangaroo Road in 1932 in Oakleigh, Victoria, Australia.
• He had an estate probated Will Proved.
Robert married Violet Mabel BARKER on 5 Nov 1915 in Victoria, Australia. Violet was born in 1889 in Cheltenham, Victoria, Australia, died on 10 Aug 1961 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 72, and was buried in Cheltenham Cemetery. They had four children: Robert Connor, Edna Lillian, Marjory Mabel and Maurice George.
General Notes: or 16 Aug 1961 for death
8-Robert Connor FERRES was born on 31 Jul 1916 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and died on 9 May 1971 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 54.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Royal Australian Navy Reserve in 1936-1939.
• He served in the military Lieutenant VX85715 (V53816), 33 Australian Line Section on 6 Jul 1942-1 Feb 1946.
• He had an estate probated Will Proved.
• He worked as a Sales Representative in 1971 in Melbourne.
8-Edna Lillian FERRES was born in 1920 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, died on 14 Jul 1921 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 1, and was buried in Cheltenham Cemetery.
8-Marjory Mabel FERRES was born on 20 Dec 1922 in Oakleigh, Victoria, Australia and died on 10 Oct 1998 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 75.
General Notes: 2 children.
Marjory married Leslie Osmond Clarence LOWE on 5 Nov 1949 in Hughesdale, Victoria, Australia. Leslie was born on 26 Jul 1919 in Benalla, Victoria, Australia and died on 10 Mar 2007 in Carrum Downs, Victoria, Australia aged 87.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Signalman VX147441 (V52269), 2 Australian Medium Regiment, Signal Section on 21 Nov 1943-16 Apr 1946.
8-Maurice George FERRES was born on 20 Sep 1925 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia and died circa 1998 aged about 73.
General Notes: 3 Children
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Private V514233, 18 Australian Infantry Battalion on 14 Oct 1943-19 Nov 1946.
Maurice married someone in Murrumbeena, Victoria, Australia.
7-Kathleen Frances FERRES was born on 2 Oct 1896 in Dandenong, Victoria, Australia and died on 16 Jul 1986 in Echuca, Victoria, Australia aged 89.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at Typiste, 4 The Grange in 1926 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at 235 Service Street in 1967-1968 in Echuca, Victoria, Australia.
Kathleen married George Clarence ASH, son of William ASH and Frances VIGAR, on 22 Jun 1936 in Lake Boga, Victoria, Australia. George was born on 29 May 1904 in Lake Boga, Victoria, Australia and died on 17 Jul 1968 in Echuca, Victoria, Australia aged 64. They had three children: Marie, John and Leon George.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Farmer Kunat Kunat in 1928 in Lake Boga, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Utima Road in 1942 in Swan Hill, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Farmer Woorinen in 1949.
• He resided at Farmer in 1954 in Stanhope, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Farmer, Koyuga in 1963.
• He resided at Farmer in 1967-1968 in Echuca, Victoria, Australia.
8-Marie ASH .
8-John ASH .
8-Leon George ASH was born circa 1942.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Farmer, Wayside in 1967-1980 in Kanyapella, Victoria, Australia.
Leon married Margery Elizabeth HEIL. Margery was born in 1944. They had three children: Graeme, Darren and Craig.
9-Graeme ASH .
9-Darren ASH .
9-Craig ASH .
6-Narcissa West CONNOR was born on 19 Sep 1854 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia and died in 1907 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia aged 53.
General Notes: Marriage Ref. 3594.
Narcissa married James Willoughby WILLIS in 1899 in Victoria, Australia.
General Notes: Prahan Chronicle, 10 Jun 1899
A Queer Case.
Charles Waterworth sued James Willoughby Willis, of Alma road, for 16/5, balance of wages due. Complainant put an advertisement in the Argus, ' Wanted work by strong able-bodied Yorkshireman; homeless and foodless. C.W. Argus office,' In response to a letter, he saw defendant, who, he alleged, agreed to give him 10s per week. Instead of that he was only paid 13/9 for three weeks. He was to do scrubbing and general work. For the defence, defendant said he never engaged to pay him anything, but simply found him in food, and told him he would give him a few shillings until he could better himself. The man spent most of his time cutting up tobacco and smoking it. A verdict was given for the amount claimed with 21s. costs
Argus, 7 Jun 1899
PECULIAR CLAIM FOR WAGES.
At the St Kilda Court yesterday, before the mayor (Councillor Kemp) and Major Krone, Charles Waterworth sued James Willoughby Willis, of Alma road, St. Kilda, for 16/3 wages alleged to be due. Mr Fisher appeared for the complainant, and Mr Cantor for the defendant. A fortnight ago the case was before the Court, when the defendant did not appear, and a verdict for 16/3, with 2/6 costs, was entered. A rehearing was granted, as it was explained that the first the defendant heard of the matter was when the warrant to distrain was issued. He had never heard of the original summons, being at the time ill in bed. Waterworth said he was engaged by Mr Willis at 10/ per week. The first week he received 10/, the second 3/9, and the third week nothing at all. In cross-examination, he admitted putting the following advertisement in "The Argus' -'Wanted work by a strong able bodied Yorkshireman, homeless and food less. C W , Argus office " He did not pay for it, a gentleman made him a present of the advertisement. He was homeless when he went to Mr. Willis. He was away two days but it was on Mr. Willis's business. He but to take a letter to a printer in Bourke street (Langhter.) He scrubbed the floors and did odd jobs. He had put in a similar advertisement since, but he had to pawn his watch to pay for it (Laughter) The defendant denied making any arrangement about wages at all. He took the man out of charity. He refused to work, and spent most of his time cutting tobacco and smoking. He gave him 10/ and 3/9 to assist him. The Bench made an order that the original verdict, viz., 16/3 with 2/6 costs, should stand, and that 21/ extra costs should be allowed to the plaintiff.
Marriage on 18 Mar 1903 of a James Willoughby Willis, aged 43, bachelor at Marylebone, London to a Sarah Owen. He was the son of HEnry Willis, farmer. He was a Coachman.
In 1905 he was living at 1 Oak villas, Parsons Street, Hendon (same address as in 1903)
A James Willoughby Willis died on 30 Oct 1920 (born c1857) at Transcona, Manitoba, Canada.
5-Mary PEAKE was born on 22 Sep 1813 in Heckmondwike, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 6 Jan 1815 in Heckmondwike New Chapel, and died in 1895 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 82.
General Notes: She was described as 'of Barkisland' as was her husband. It is likely she was staying with her sister, Jane, married to Joshua Rouse, in 1841
In 1881 she lived a few doors from her daughter in law, Mary Ellen, who had re-married Edward Gleave, who lived at 25 Blucher Street, Barnsley.
When she remarried in 1848, she described her father as a Hosier.
The information in this family tree has come from a number of sources.
- Very limited knowledge within the family
- FreeBDM for birth, marriage and death years
- Census data, 1841-1911
- 1939 Register
- Ancestry Public Members Family Trees.
- Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 27 Blucher Street in 1881 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• She resided at 9 Huddersfield Road in 1891 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
Mary married Thomas TILLOTSON, son of John TILLOTSON and Grace COMBER, on 21 Jun 1836 in Halifax St John, Yorkshire, England. Thomas was born in 1813 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 7 Nov 1813, and died in 1845 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England aged 32. They had two children: Lavinia and Emily Grace.
General Notes: Probably a school teacher at the same school as his brother in law, Joshua Rouse, who had married his wife's sister, Jane.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a School Teacher in 1836-1839 in Barkisland, Yorkshire, England.
• Marriage Licence: Archbishop of York Marriage Bonds, 11 Jun 1836, Halifax Parish Church.
• He resided at Park Lane in 1838 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Bedford Place in 1939 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
6-Lavinia TILLOTSON was born on 4 Aug 1836 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 12 Mar 1837 in Leeds St Peters, Yorkshire, England, and died in Oct 1872 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 36.
General Notes: D/C Dec quarter 1872 9c/79.
Lavinia married John HARDCASTLE, son of Thomas HARDCASTLE and Alice MARSLAND, in 1859 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England. John was born on 11 Jan 1836 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 20 Mar 1836 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, and died in 1905 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 69. They had two children: Charles Walter and Florence Emily Lavinia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Power Loom Weaver in 1851 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Draper's Assistant in 1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Rock Street in 1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Grocer and Wine Merchant in 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 21 Park Road in 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Draper & Cigar Merchant in 1881 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 18 Sheffield Road in 1881 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
7-Charles Walter HARDCASTLE was born in 1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died in 1882 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 21.
7-Florence Emily Lavinia HARDCASTLE was born in 1866 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died in 1884 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 18.
6-Emily Grace TILLOTSON was born on 25 Aug 1838 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 7 Nov 1838, and died on 3 Oct 1895 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 57.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 9 Huddersfield Road in 1891 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
Emily married Benjamin GAUNT, son of William GAUNT and Sarah JACKSON, on 10 Mar 1858 in Silkstone, Yorkshire, England. Benjamin was born on 4 Oct 1835 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 11 Feb 1836 in New Street Methodist New Connexion Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, and died on 16 Jun 1888 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 52. They had two children: Thomas Tillotson and Benjamin Ernest.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Watchmaker & Jeweller 1861+ in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 15 Gawler Road in 1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 9 Huddersfield Road in 1881 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
7-Thomas Tillotson GAUNT was born in Nov 1858 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died in 1916 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 58.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Watchmaker & Jeweller in 1881-1911 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 57 Church Street in 1901 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Trafalgar Road, Birkdale (boarders) in 1911 in Ormskirk, Lancashire, England.
Thomas married Lucy COLES, daughter of Henry Mannin COLES and Sarah BARSTOW, on 28 Apr 1892 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England. Lucy was born in 1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and was christened on 19 Jan 1861. They had no children.
7-Benjamin Ernest GAUNT was born on 20 Oct 1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died on 26 Jun 1945 in Burnley, Lancashire, England aged 83.
General Notes: Living with them in 1911 was a cook and a housemaid.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Watchmaker & Jeweller in 1881-1911 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 39 Huddersfield Road in 1901-1911 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Managing Director, Boot & Clothing Shop in 1939 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 39 Hudderfield Road in 1939 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
Benjamin married Eleanor Kate HORSFIELD, daughter of William George HORSFIELD and Elizabeth COPLEY, in 1894 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England. Eleanor was born on 21 Jun 1870 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died on 7 Feb 1956 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 85. They had three children: Benjamin William, Grace Helena and Thomas Tillotson.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 39 Huddersfield Road in 1956 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
8-Benjamin William GAUNT was born in Jun 1896 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, died on 7 Sep 1918 in France aged 22, and was buried in Bienvillers Military Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He was educated at Wakefield Grammar School.
• He served in the military Lieutenant, 3rd Battalion, York & Lancaster Regiment.
8-Grace Helena GAUNT was born in 1899 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died on 19 Jun 1937 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 38.
Grace married Cyril LITHERLAND, son of John Edward LITHERLAND and Edith Mary BRAITHWAITE, on 19 Aug 1923 in Felkirk, Yorkshire, England. Cyril was born on 8 Dec 1893 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died in 1961 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 68. They had two children: John G and Barbara.
General Notes: No record found in 1939 Register.
Returned to London on the SS 'Uganda' on 17 Sep 1957 with his wife from Beira, Mozambique,
Noted events in his life were:
• Cyril served in the military in 1939 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England: ARP Head Warden.
• He worked as a Colliery Sales Manger, Coke Works Sales Manager in 1939 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 1 Cavendish Road in 1939 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 5 Cavendish Road in 1957 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Company Director in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
9-John G LITHERLAND was born in 1925 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
John married Diane SUTTON in 1965 in Yorkshire, England. Diane was born in Yorkshire, England. They had one daughter: Claire Jane.
10-Claire Jane LITHERLAND was born in 1970 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
9-Barbara LITHERLAND was born in 1926 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
8-Thomas Tillotson GAUNT was born on 23 Apr 1907 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died on 11 Nov 1907 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
Mary next married Abel LAYCOCK, son of Joseph LAYCOCK and Ann STEPHENSON, on 8 Apr 1848 in Leeds St Peters, Yorkshire, England. Abel was born in 1801 in Low Moor, Yorkshie, England, was christened on 12 Mar 1802 in Bradford, Yorkshire, England, and died in Dec 1880 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 79. They had two children: Edward Peake and Abel.
Marriage Notes: M/C June quarter1848 Leeds 23/344.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at D Shaw's Factory in 1841 in Horley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Railway Engine Driver in 1851-1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Neeley in 1851 in Horley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at St Ann's Cottage, May Day Green in 1861 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as an Engine Driver at Linen Factory in 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 1 Well Street in 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
6-Edward Peake LAYCOCK was born in Apr 1849 in Honley, Yorkshire, England and died in Oct 1874 in Blackburn, Lancashire, England aged 25.
General Notes: B/C June quarter 1849 Huddersfield. D/C Dec Q 1874 Blackburn 8c/317.
Appears as Edwin P Laycock in 1851-1861 Census, and as Edward P Laycock in 1871.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Model Maker at Foundry in 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 1 Well Street in 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
Edward married Mary Ellen BLACKBURN in 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England. Mary was born in 1850 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died in 1934 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England aged 84. They had two children: Lavinia and Mary Emily.
General Notes: She remarried in 1879, Edward Gleave, shoemaker of Barnsley.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 25 Blucher Street in 1881 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
7-Lavinia LAYCOCK was born on 22 Jul 1872 in Warrington, Lancashire, England and died in 1954 in Bradbury, Yorkshire, England aged 82.
Lavinia married John Thomas CHAPPELL, son of Litchford CHAPPELL and Jane, in 1899 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England. John was born on 9 Feb 1871 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England and died in 1946 in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, England aged 75. They had two children: Litchford and Mary Laycock.
General Notes: According to the 1911 Census they had had 3 children, 2 living and 1 deceased.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Glass Bottle Maker in 1891 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as an Insurance Superintendent in 1901 in Carlisle, Cumberland, England.
• He resided at 183 Denton Street, Caldewgate in 1901 in Carlisle, Cumberland, England.
• He worked as a Caretaker at Girls High School in 1911 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at Girls High School in 1911 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Rag Grinder in 1939 in Batley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 11 Princess Street in 1939 in Batley, Yorkshire, England.
8-Litchford CHAPPELL was born on 14 Nov 1900 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 9 Dec 1900, and died in 1978 in Blackpool, Lancashire, England aged 78.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Section Manager, Plumbers, Electricians & Heating Engineers in 1939 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 23 Belgrave Road in 1939 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
Litchford married Dorothy PAYNE on 5 Mar 1935 in Normanton, Yorkshire, England. Dorothy was born on 29 Jul 1905 in Cudworth, Yorkshire, England and died in 1981 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England aged 76. They had one daughter: Pamela P.
9-Pamela P CHAPPELL was born in 1945 in Blackpool, Lancashire, England.
8-Mary Laycock CHAPPELL was born on 27 Dec 1909 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.
Mary married Rowland H HARDWICK in 1934 in Wharfedale, Yorkshire, England. Rowland was born on 28 May 1905 in Wharfedale, Yorkshire, England and died in 1963 in Thanet, Kent, England aged 58. They had one daughter: Eileen M.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Salesman, Soap Manufacturer in 1939 in Aireborough, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 'Beerdene', Layton Avenue in 1939 in Aireborough, Yorkshire, England.
9-Eileen M HARDWICK was born in 1938 in Wharfedale, Yorkshire, England.
Eileen married Colin EASTERBY, son of Harry EASTERBY and Dora WOODALL, in 1963 in Howden, Yorkshire, England. Colin was born in 1933 in Howden, Yorkshire, England. They had three children: Angela K, Paul Michael and Helen Louise.
10-Angela K EASTERBY was born in 1964 in Holderness, Yorkshire, England.
10-Paul Michael EASTERBY was born in 1966 in Holderness, Yorkshire, England.
10-Helen Louise EASTERBY was born in 1969 in Holderness, Yorkshire, England.
7-Mary Emily LAYCOCK was born on 24 Apr 1874 over Darwen, Lancashire, England and died in 1962 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England aged 88.
Mary married William Henry CLAUGHTON, son of Thomas CLAUGHTON and Mary Elizabeth SMITH, on 25 Dec 1896 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England. William was born on 1 Nov 1871 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England and died on 27 Jul 1944 in Roundhay, Yorkshire, England aged 72. They had two children: Nellie and Leonard.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Bootmaker & Rivetter in 1896 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 33 St Mathias Place in 1897 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Shoe Rivetter in 1901 in Headlingley, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 33 Wolseley Road in 1901 in Headlingley, Yorkshire, England.
• He worked as a Shop Keeper Drapery in 1911-1939 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 9 Rock View Road in 1911 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 40 Gipton Wood Road in 1939 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
8-Nellie CLAUGHTON was born on 13 Oct 1897 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England and was christened on 8 Dec 1897 in Burley, Yorkshire, England.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Draper's Assistant in 1939 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
Nellie married Richard S SCOTT in 1942 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England. They had no children.
8-Leonard CLAUGHTON was born on 22 Oct 1903 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England and died in 1971 in Selby, Yorkshire, England aged 68.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Draper's Shop Assistant in 1939 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
• He resided at 40 Arlington Road in 1939 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
Leonard married Mabel ROBINSON in 1931 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England. Mabel was born on 29 Jan 1905. They had two children: Alan and Barry.
9-Alan CLAUGHTON was born in 1933 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
Alan married Mary M COOP in 1957 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England. They had four children: David A, Susan M, Elizabeth H and Richard Peter.
10-David A CLAUGHTON was born in 1958 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
10-Susan M CLAUGHTON was born in 1960 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
10-Elizabeth H CLAUGHTON was born in 1965 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
10-Richard Peter CLAUGHTON was born in 1967 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
9-Barry CLAUGHTON was born in 1935 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
Barry married Jean M KIRK in 1958 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England. They had two children: Philip B and John S.
10-Philip B CLAUGHTON was born in 1963 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
10-John S CLAUGHTON was born in 1965 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
6-Abel LAYCOCK was born in Jan 1851 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, died in Nov 1853 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England aged 2, and was buried on 10 Nov 1853 in Honley, Yorkshire, England.
5-Robert PEAKE was born on 27 Dec 1815 in Gomersal, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 12 Feb 1816 in Heckmondwike New Chapel, died on 5 Jun 1889 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia aged 73, and was buried in Naracoorte Cemetery.
General Notes: Anecdotes of the Old Coaching Days (beginning 'Tallyrand bought a new coach, but did not pay for it') and 'Lord Lyndhurst '.
The Last Line reads in full, 'Ordered Robert Peake to build him a Chariot. It was finished and approved of. The Bill being sent and discharged. Afterwards a pair of commode handles (to lay hold of while ascending the steps) were affixed, for which an extra charge was made. To this his Lordship demurred, 'But my Lord' said the coach-maker , 'if you ordered a builder, to build you a house, you would not expect him to furnish it', 'No Peake, I should not,', replied Lord Lyndhurst, 'but I should certainly expect him to put balustrades to the stairs'. The coachman caved in.
In 1841 staying with him was Elizabeth Viney, aged 15, who was presumably his sister-in-law. Also staying there was a Drew family, Mary aged 30, Francis aged 10 and Emily aged 7, plus Mary West, aged 55, nurse (perhaps for baby Sarah, aged 1).
At the time of the 1851 Census he had living with him his brother in law, Nathaniel Hunt, aged 22, who was also a coach trimmer, and presumably the 1 man he employed. Also living with them was Sarah Elizabeth, daughter from his first marriage.
Gippsland Standard, c.7 Jun 1889
DEATH
PEAKE - On 5th instant, at Narracoorte S.A., after an illness of four hours, Robert Peake, the beloved brother of Mrs. Connor of Seabank, Old Port, aged 73 years.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Duke Street in 1841 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as a Coach Maker in 1841 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England.
• He worked as a Tobacconist in 1843 in Margate, Kent, England.
• He worked as a Coach Trimmer employing 1 man in 1851 in St Helier, Jersey.
• He resided at 6 Windsor Road in 1851 in St Helier, Jersey.
• He worked as a Coachbuilder in 1854-1862 in London, England.
• He immigrated Ship, 'Surrey', London on 11 Jul 1862 to Melbourne, Victoria.
• He worked as a School Teacher in 1866-1876 in Charleston & Naracoorte, South Australia.
Robert married Sarah Penny VINEY, daughter of Thomas VINEY and Hannah TAPLEY, on 16 Apr 1839 in Canterbury, Kent, England. Sarah was born in 1817 in Deal, Kent, England, was christened on 7 Sep 1817 in Deal, Kent, England, and died on 29 Jul 1841 in Bloomsbury, Middlesex, England aged 24. They had one daughter: Sarah Elizabeth.
General Notes: Baptised in the Independent Chapel, Deal.
6-Sarah Elizabeth PEAKE was born on 20 Jan 1840 in Soho, Middlesex, England, died on 2 Jan 1924 in Paignton, Devon, England aged 83, and was buried in Paignton Parish Church.
General Notes: At the 1851 Census she was living with her father and step-mother at St Helier, Jersey.
At the time of the 1891 Census she had living with her, her niece, Lillie Mayre, aged 26, born Brent, Devon as her assistant.
She lived next door to William and Lilie Pethybridge and his family at the time of the 1901 Census.
Will left estate valued at 1639 pounds 4 shillings and 11 pence to William Pethybridge, farmer, with whom she had lived for many years and she had adopted the role of aunt to his children.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 38 (18) Victoria Street 1891+ in Paignton, Devon, England.
• She worked as a Book Seller& Newsagent 1891+ in Paignton, Devon, England.
Robert next married Mary HUNT, daughter of Leonard William HUNT and Hephzibah WILLS, on 8 May 1843 in Dymchurch, Kent, England. Mary was born on 18 Nov 1820 in Dymchurch, Kent, England, died on 26 Aug 1882 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia aged 61, and was buried in Naracoorte Cemetery. They had ten children: Edward Robert, Mary Hepzibah, Agnes Ann, Leonard William, Amy Kate, George Edward, Emily Jane, Henrietta Eva, Archibald Henry and Frederick Charles.
General Notes: In 1851 her brother, Nathaniel Hunt, was staying with them at St Helier, Jersey.
6-Edward Robert PEAKE was born on 28 Oct 1844 in Margate, Kent, England, died on 27 Aug 1928 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 83, and was buried on 29 Aug 1928 in Geelong Cemetery.
General Notes: Declared insolvent as partner of McFayden & Peake of Naracoorte on 30 Sep 1868.
SAGG 22 Feb 1883, p. 614 appointed Justice of the Peace;
9 July 1891, p.1a resigned as JP;
7 Jan 1892, p.1a resigned as JP;
24 May 1900, p.1200 appointed Justice of the Peace
21 Nov 1906, appointed member of Licencing Bench, Naracoorte
Naracoorte Herald, 3 May 1921
MARRIAGE.
PEAKE-DICKINS.-On the 20th April, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dickins, Latrobe-Terrace, Geelong (Vic), Edward Robert Peake, to Eliza S. Dickins, youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs E. G. Dickins, of Geelong.
Present address-33, High-street, Geelong (Vic.)
Naracoorte Herald, 18 Sep 1928
LATE MR. EDWARD ROBERT PEAKE. PIONEER RESIDENT OF NARACOORTE.
Mr. Edward Robert Peake, who died at Geelong, Victoria, on Monday, August 27, was a pioneer resident of Naracoorte, having resided in it continuously for about 60 years, carrying on various business pursuits, and took an active part in all its movements for its welfare and progress, as well as for the district generally. A biographical sketch of Mr. Peake is almost a history of Naracoorte from its early days so wrapped up was he in its life and affairs for many years.
He came to Naracoorte about 1863 as a young man, not long out from England, arriving with his parents at Melbourne about 1862. He was first employed in the warehouse of Sargood Limited, Melbourne, and on leaving there came to Naracoorte. As a youth in London he was employed learning the business of a chemist. His memories of London as a youth always remained with him, and the world's capital had a great fascination for him, as did the British Empire generally. He was proud of being an Englishman, and the deeds that won the Empire. He did not remain long in Melbourne, and launched out into the country, and took his chance among the pioneers who were developing the country in primary production and business enterprise, with a view to making his way to fortune by the undoubted business talents he possessed.
Mr. Peake, in telling about his first experiences in Naracoorte, said that he found a community of Scotsmen, mostly from the Highlands of Scotland, who had had experience among cattle and sheep, and brought their characteristics of their country with them in shrewdness in business, and making the best of everything that came their way. As a number of them were pioneering large tracts of country for grazing purposes, and were raising fine flocks of sheep, which were ultimately to become a splendid asset to the country at large, they sent to Scotland for country men, who mostly landed at Portland, when it was the harbor for the South east before the South-Eastern ports were furnished with jetties, and made available for shipping, and obtained positions on stations as stockmen. They became a fine asset to the district, where they in the course of time became settlers on the land. Many of their descendants live in the district, and are worthy in every respect. At the time of the Naracoorte Comeback Celebrations we obtained from Mr. Peake some memory notes of the early days, of Naracoorte, from which we extracted some interesting information, which was much appreciated. In this he stated that on his arrival in Naracoorte he found the district mostly in the control of aborigines and Scottish families and squatters. As many as 500 natives used to gather together in Naracoorte, and hold corroborees. They became very troublesome to residents when they took on the spirit of war among the various tribes, but Mr. Peake, in travelling through the bush on business learned how to make friends with them.
One of Mr. Peake's first jobs was hawking stores throughout the South East for one of the storekeeping firms by means of wagons drawn by bullock teams, and his round extended as far as Mount Gambier and Robe. He obtained a good insight into the South-East country in travelling about it. The land was mostly used for grazing purposes, and in his desire for more rapid progress he became a strong advocate for closer settlement. There were many in the district from the Old Country who had been brought up in the agricultural districts of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and he saw no reason why they should not make good settlers as did the first pioneers, but there were others in those days who thought the time was not ripe for rapid changes in that respect. There were then large quantities of Crown lands held on leasehold, and Mr. Peake was a leader in getting much of this land thrown open for selection in blocks suitable for agricultural purposes under the system of deferred payments. At this time the land had to be purchased at auction, and prices were often high. For a time farming settlement proceeded, but it proved to be in advance of the means for promoting development. There were few good roads throughout the South-East, and no railways, and the early farmers met with hard times, through high cost of transport and low prices for wheat and wool, and many sold out to the neighbouring squatter. In those days of the first agricultural settlement in this district Mr. Peake established himself in business as a storekeeper, then as a chemist, and latterly as an auctioneer, stock, land, and commission agent. He raised an extensive business, doing business in most of the centres in the South-East, with headquarters at Naracoorte, and conducted chiefly by himself, being a capital auctioneer. His business flourished for many years. He took a most active interest in the affairs for the development of the district, and was a strong advocate of a railway from Naracoorte to Kingston forming a league for that purpose as an outlet for the products of the district and general trading. Previously Robe was the port for the district, and portions of the road to it from Naracoorte were constructed by the road Board, but the people of Kingston, under the leadership of the late Mr. Jas. Cook, got ahead of the Robe people, and had the railway made to Kingston. Robe thus lost a good opportunity of becoming the central port of the South-East. The outlet then for the trade of Mount Gambier and the southern portion of the South-East was Port MacDonnell, and for some time before the Kingston railway was constructed teams plied between Naracoorte and Port Mac- Donnell carrying produce and goods to and fro, good lengths of the road having been constructed by the District Road Board.
Mr. Peake joined with others in getting the Kingston and Naracoorte. railway extended to the Tatiara district, and Mr. A. Caldwell, of Naracoorte, was prominent with him, in that project, with a view of giving that isolated farming district an outlet for its produce and trade, and also providing a port of shipment at Kingston for West Wimmera farmers, who had begun to settle there when the Victorian Government resumed the pastoral station areas. The line was extended to Casterton first, and afterwards to Bordertown. Melbourne woke up to pushing their lines Into the Wimmera district to secure the trade that was going to Kingston, and then came the construction of the railway line between Adelaide and Melbourne. These efforts by the pioneers of public affairs in the South east to develop the district make interesting history, and rebound to their credit, even if frustrated by the rival ries of two metropolises to concentrate trade towards them by means of railways to them instead of ports on the coast line. The early people in this district concentrated on a port, but their efforts were frustrated by untoward circumstances.
In the course of time Mr. Peake's parents came to Naracoorte to reside, and brought with them other members of the family, including Mr. A. H. Peake, who a number of years afterwards entered the South Australian Parliament, and became prominent in politics, and held office as Premier in
several Governments. Mr. A. H. Peake became Librarian of the Institute, and afterwards became Clerk of the Naracoorte District Council, which position he held for many years until he entered Parliament as member for the district.
While carrying on the auctioneering and commission agency business Mr. E. R. Peake still kept the chemist's shop business as a going concern, assisted by his father, the late Mr. Robert Peake, who was an esteemed townsman.
Mr. E. R. Peake was one of those who took part in the establishment of a District Council, and was one of the first members. The area of the first District Council was confined to the Hundred of Naracoorte, which included the township. He was a member of this Council continuously for a number of years, and also Chairman for a considerable period. He was a man who kept a firm grip on the affairs of any institution he was connected with, and made it a point of seeing that its business was well conducted, and in accordance with law and he was often up against those who were slip-shod in that respect. He had the courage of his opinion, and was a keen critic in debate. When the enlarged District Councils came into operation in 1887 he was one of the original members, and sat continuously for many years as one of the representatives of the town ward, which returned three members, and made a speciality of studying the interests of the town. Being apt at finance he saw that it obtained a good share in the division of the funds between the country and town. He prided himself in being one of the oldest district councillors in the state continuously in office. Once or twice he was defeated in his career as a councillor, and at his last defeat in 1913 he finally retired. When a member of the smaller Council he was mainly instrumental in the project for excavating the cutting through the Presbyterian Church hill from the Penola road to the centre of the town running through to the Commercial Hotel, which virtually put that hotel on the main road from Penola. It was stated that the work was so managed that it cost the Council little or nothing to excavate, as the stone that came out of it was sold to contractors for making roads about the town, and property holders interested in it subscribed liberally towards it.
We believe that at that time Councils received grants from the Government on the amounts spent on works, and that also came to the assistance of the Council in paying for the cost of the cutting.
Mr. Peake was a leader with the late Mr. Thomas Hinckley and others in a scheme for draining the wet lands and swamps of the Mosquito Plains, including Moy Hall and the Bool Lagoon country, and other adjoining lands and swamps suitable for agricultural settlement when drained. A company was floated for the purpose, with an influential local directorate. Mr. Peake was Secretary, and we believe negotiations were opened with the Government to purchase the Crown lands that would be suitable for such a scheme when drained. It was found necessary that a special bill for the purpose would have to be passed through Parliament, and difficulties arose in connection with it, and the project never got beyond the floating of the company. It shows, however, that drainage at that time was under consideration, and that private enterprise was prepared to deal with it, if given a chance.
In the early days he took an interest in founding the Institute. For a number of years he was a member of the School Committee, which then included all the schools in the Naracoorte district, and was Chairman for some time. He put a good deal of work into that Committee. He took a special interest in the schools observing Arbor Day, and took steps to get the old cemetery in MacDonnell street set apart as a reserve, to be called Victoria Park, and got the children attending the Naracoorte school to observe Arbor Day in it for several years by planting trees in it. However, he had a setback in this hobby in the State Curator of Cemeteries objecting to it being converted into a park, owing to relatives of persons buried there objecting.
In later years previous to his leaving Naracoorte, after retiring from business, his activities in public affairs were not so keen.
He took a more than ordinary interest in literature and art, and made a speciality of the poets, from whom he could copiously quote. His home had always hung on its walls paintings by well known artists, and he had quite an attractive art gallery. When he left Naracoorte to take up his residence in Geelong, the late Dr. Macmillan acquired his paintings to add to his own gallery.
Mr. Peake was twice married, his first wife being Miss Christina Campbell, a daughter of one of the pioneer residents of Naracoorte, who died about 16 years ago, and his second wife was Miss Dickins, of Geelong. With his second wife he made his home in Geelong for about ten years after leaving Naracoorte. Latterly his wife became ill, and passed away two days before he did. There was a family of ten children by his first wife, of whom eight survive. They are:- Messrs. H. (Faraway Hills, S.A.), R. G. (Glandore), E. J. (Thevenard), and Mesdames E. Stoney (Sydney), S. G. Collard (Hyde Park), M. Searle (Melbourne), and the Misses A. (Adelaide), and A. G. Peake (Melbourne). Mr. R. G. Peake holds the responsible position, of Secretary to the Harbors Board, and Mr. E. J. Peake is relieving station master in the South Australian railway service. The late Captain Collard (husband of one of the daughters) was Harbor Master at Port Adelaide.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Chemist, Auctioneer, Merchant in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
• He was elected as Chairman, District Council of Naracoorte.
• He was honoured for Justice of the Peace.
• He resided at 31 High Street in 1922-1928 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Edward married Christina CAMPBELL, daughter of Hugh CAMPBELL and Ann McKINNON, on 25 May 1868 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia. Christina was born on 12 Nov 1849 in Fanmore, Isle of Mull, Scotland, died on 23 Sep 1912 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia aged 62, and was buried on 26 Sep 1912 in Naracoorte Cemetery. They had ten children: Mary Agnes, Hugh, Sarah Elizabeth Sophia, Robert George, Annie 'Nance' Campbell, Henrietta Eva, Edward Hunt, Christina Margaret, Cecilia Jessie Narcissa and Edward John.
General Notes: Arrived with her parents on a ship, ' which landed at Portland, Victoria in 1852'. Her parents settled at Naracoorte.
Advertiser 28 Sep 1912
The death is announced of one of the oldest residents of Narracoorte, Mrs. Christtina Peake, wife of Mr. E. R. Peake. She had been in a weak state of health, for some time. She was the second daughter of the late Mr. Hugh Campbell, and was born in Argyleshire, being 63 years of age at the time of her death. She came to Australia with her parents in 1852, going to Narracoorte in 1853, and had resided in the district continuously ever since. She was married, to Mr. Peake in 1868, and there was a family of 10 children, of whom five daughters and three sons are living.
Noted events in her life were:
• She emigrated Ship 'Marmion' to Portland, Victoria in Dec 1852.
7-Mary Agnes PEAKE was born on 25 Jul 1869 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 6 Jul 1938 in Neutral Bay, New South Wales, Australia aged 68, and was buried in Northern Suburbs Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher in 1891-1893 in Hundreds of Joanna & Comaum Schools.
• She resided at 4 Helen Street in 1930-1935 in Artamon, New South Wales, Australia.
Mary married Edward Augustus Butler STONEY, son of James Butler STONEY and Mary Frances ELWOOD, on 9 Dec 1901 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia. Edward was born on 12 Nov 1854 in Co Mayo, Ireland and died on 14 Mar 1911 in Arrarat, Victoria, Australia aged 56. They had four children: Clara Peake, Robert Bowes Butler, Campbell Butler and Edward Robert Elwood.
General Notes: Associate Member of the Institute of Civil Engineers on 6 April 1886. Went to India as a civil engineer. Moved to Australia on death of first wife. Sometime Shire Engineer of Condoblin, NSW. Moved to Coonawarra and took up a fruit block at Coonawarra. Moved to Portland in 1910 where he later died and the family moved back to Coonawarra.
He was a descendant of one of the original members of the Plymouth Brethren religious sect.
The 1900 District Council of Penola Assessment Book indicates that he owned Sections 65-68, Hundred of Comaun, totalling 42 acres 2 roods 22 perches and leased Sections 74, 75 from Johm Riddoch totalling 20 acres.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Fruit Blocker in Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Civil Engineer in 1909 in Portland, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Gawler Street in 1909 in Portland, Victoria, Australia.
8-Clara Peake STONEY was born on 2 Aug 1901 in Kilkenny, South Australia, Australia, died on 5 Aug 1901 in Kilkenny, South Australia, Australia, and was buried on 7 Aug 1901 in Cheltenham Cemetery.
General Notes: Born and died before her parent's marriage, therefore buried as a Peake.
8-Robert Bowes Butler STONEY was born on 2 Aug 1902 in Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia and died on 24 Sep 1940 in Cumberland Park, South Australia, Australia aged 38.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Engineer in 1929-1939 in Warringah, New South Wales, Australia.
• He received a degree in Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Sydney Technical College in 1932.
• He resided at Brockley Coombe, New Street in 1934-1935 in Warringah, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at 12 Edward Street in 1939 in Cumberland Park, South Australia, Australia.
Robert married Marjorie Lucy BROWN, daughter of William BROWN and Emily Margaret CARROLL, on 15 Jun 1929 in Greenwich, New South Wales, Australia. Marjorie was born in 1902 in Macleay River, New South Wales, died on 18 Jul 1952 in Kempsey, New South Wales, Australia aged 50, and was buried on 21 Jul 1952 in Northern Suburbs Crematorium. They had four children: Robert Elwood Carroll, Patricia Ann, James Butler and Margaret J.
General Notes: Married by 1934
Macleay Argus (Kempsey, NSW), 6 Aug 1952
Death.
STONEY, Marjorie. Wife of the late Robert Bowes Stoney of Northbridge and Adelaide, daughter of the late William Brown and Mrs. E. M. Brown of Gladstone and 61 Wolseley Rd., Mosman, beloved mother of Robert, Patricia, James and Margaret of 64 Shadforth St., Mosman, and loving sister of Gwen (Mrs. Larkins), Heather (Mrs. Jackson-Hope of Condobolin) and Joseph and William.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 64 Shadforth Street in 1949 in Warringah, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Robert Elwood Carroll STONEY was born in 1931 and died on 14 Sep 1999 in Ashbury, New South Wales, Australia aged 68.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Radio Technician in 1954 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Printer in 1963-1980 in Kings Cross, Sydney, New South Wales, Austraiia.
9-Patricia Ann STONEY was born in 1934.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher in 1958 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia.
9-James Butler STONEY was born in 1936.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Commonwealth Public Service, APS Level 3 2004-.
9-Margaret J STONEY was born in 1938.
8-Campbell Butler STONEY was born on 15 Jan 1904 in Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia and died on 2 Jul 1998 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 94.
General Notes: Date of birth according to World War II Nominal Roll 15 Dec 1904.
Made at least two trips to Britain. Returned to Australia from London on the Ormonde, departing 12 Aug 1939, docking Fremantle 12 Sep 1939; and departing London on the Orontes on 26 May 1951.
Noted events in his life were:
• He emigrated Ormonde on 12 Aug 1939 from London, England.
• He served in the military L/Sergeant N236615, 2 Military District A/C Office on 7 Feb 1942-21 Mar 1945.
• He worked as an Insurance Officer in 1943 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as an Accountant in 1949-1998 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
• He emigrated Orontes on 26 May 1951 from London, England.
• He resided at 48 Graham Place in 1963-1980 in Box Hill, Victoria, Australia.
Campbell married Ethel May DARLEY, daughter of William DARLEY and May LUCAS, in 1950 in Woold Green, Middlesex, England. The marriage ended in divorce. Ethel was born in 1916 in Edmonton, Middlesex, England, died on 19 Jan 1969 in Box Hill, Victoria, Australia aged 53, and was buried in Boroondara General Cemetery. They had two children: Phoebe Ruth and Phillip Butler.
9-Phoebe Ruth STONEY was born on 21 Aug 1952 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
General Notes: The Canberra Times, 28 Nov 1985
She writes faster than most speak.
PEOPLE climb mountains, sail oceans, run round Australia. Phoebe Stoney's personal goal is to be the fastest shorthand writer in Australia, and to set a record which will stand for many years.
She has just been notified that she has set an Australian record of 280 words a minute in tests conducted by the Commercial Education Society of Australia. This extends by 10 words the record she set in 1982. The tests are conducted over five minutes of continuous dictation. Average speaking speed is between 140 and 160 words a minute. Miss Stoney, 33, is a Hansard reporter with the Federal Parliament. She was born and educated in Melbourne, but found her way lateish into reporting after trying accountancy and reception work and joining the Commonwealth Public Service as a secretary. At 22 she decided to make a career of reporting, beginning in the Family Court. Single mindedly, she decided to become proficient on the Stenotype machine, "dropping everything I knew about manual shorthand and beginning again". She took courses at night and then took leave without pay to finish the course full-time. She then applied for work with the Victorian and Federal Parliaments, the Federal Parliament responding first. She was achieving 220 words a minute when she joined the Federal Parliament as a trainee, and became a reporter a year later. She has ambitions for her career as well, though the Federal Parliament is recognised as the most taxing, and lowest-paying, employer of reporters. In the meantime the work provides her with constant training on the American-developed machine which she took up because it is less tiring. She talks, with demonstrations, about style, of how she limits movement as much as possible - "a lot of movement is all show and restricts speed". When she decides to attempt a record she trains by taking news broadcasts and television programs, particularly when rapid exchanges are taking place. She admits to be coming nervous when attempting a record.
Phoebe Stoney: flying fingers on the Stenotype machine
She also acknowledges the assistance which can be given by a good, evenly paced reader. She hopes to attempt 300 words a minute in the next round of examinations, in June. The highest speed over five minutes of uninterrupted dictation acknowledged by the Guinness Book of Records is 309 wpm. It is fascinating to hear her talk of the idiosyncrasies of reporting Parliament, of "tidying up" Members' deliverances, of the pressures of working late into the night and having to work on long after the Members rise. Paradoxically, one of the factors which keeps her in Canberra is "being in the centre of things as they are happening, not reading about them in the paper the next day".
She has her own home in Canberra, which she is redecorating, and enjoys walking, reading, swimming and water-skiing.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Stenographer in 1977 in Surrey Hills, Victoria, Australia.
• She worked as a Commonwealth Public Servant in 1980 in Canberra, ACT, Australia.
• She resided at Macquarie Hotel in 1980 in Barton, Canberra, ACT, Australia.
9-Phillip Butler STONEY was born on 1 Sep 1953 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and died on 14 Dec 2010 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 57.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Instrument Maker in 1977 in Toorak, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Managing Director, Concept Vision Australia Pty Ltd in 2004.
Campbell next married Irene Lillian POPE in Victoria, Australia. Irene died on 13 Jul 1986 in Melbourne, Victoria.
8-Edward Robert Elwood STONEY was born on 8 Oct 1907 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia and died on 28 Jun 1927 in North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 19.
7-Hugh PEAKE was born on 1 Oct 1871 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 25 Oct 1943 in Glen Osmond, South Australia, Australia aged 72, and was buried on 28 Oct 1943 in West Terrace Crematorium.
General Notes: Contracted Scarlet Fever in 1876 and was significantly deaf as a result.
21 Nov 1906 - considered taking up land in the Lameroo district.
May have died in 1944. Commemorated on headstone in Burra Cemetery, together with wife and son, Ralph.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Stone Mason 1896-.
• He resided at 76 Amy Street in 1934 in Campsie, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Handyman in 1943 in Alberton, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 29 Buller Terrace in 1943 in Alberton, South Australia, Australia.
Hugh married Clara Agnes GOODMAN, daughter of William GOODMAN and Elizabeth Ann MARKS, on 28 Dec 1900 in Moonta, South Australia, Australia. Clara was born on 3 Aug 1879 in Brompton, South Australia, Australia and died on 1 Aug 1926 in Burra, South Australia, Australia aged 46. They had five children: Christina Margaret Evelyn, Edward Robert, Constance Clara Merle, Hugh Denzil Ralph and Norman Alexander Noel.
General Notes: Burra Record, 4 Aug 1926
A sad death occurred at Braemar station on Sunday night, August 1st. The facts are as follows. Mrs Clara A. Peake wife of Mr Hugh Peake of Largs Bay, with her two little sons arrived in Burra by the mid-day train to go Messrs. A J. and P. A. McBride's Braemar station about 63 miles east of Burra.
She motored out on Saturday On Sunday evening apparently in usual health she retired at 8.30 p in Shortly afterwards she was seized with a severe fit of coughing and almost immediately became unconscious and died at 10-30 p m. The Coroner M A. Radford Esq J. P., Dr Steele, Sergt. Johns and M.C. Gearing motored out and after enquiries deemed any inquiries unnecessary. Mrs Peake had not previously been in good health and sad to relate come to fill a situation for a daughter who through illness could not come at the time specified. The funeral took place at Kooringa on Tuesday morning, when the husband and relatives were present The Rev. R. H. Lee officiated.
8-Christina Margaret Evelyn PEAKE was born on 24 Dec 1902 in Kilkenny, South Australia, Australia, died on 12 Oct 1969 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 66, and was buried in Centennial Park.
Christina married Francis Lindsay HART in 1928 in Paddington, New South Wales, Australia. Francis was born on 15 Feb 1904 in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia, died on 12 Jun 1994 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 90, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had two children: Margot Merle and Alison Evelyn.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Bank Official in 1930-1937 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at 59 Maroubra Bay Road in 1930 in Maroubra, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a 23 Northcote Street in 1933 in Haberfield, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at 37 Maher Street in 1935-1937 in Hurstville, New South Wales, Australia.
• He served in the military L/Corporal N381022, 17 Bttn Volunteer Defence Corps on 1 Apr 1942-30 Sep 1945.
9-Margot Merle HART was born on 10 Oct 1930.
General Notes: Advertiser, 14 Oct 1952
HART - CIENCIALA. The engagement is announced of Margot Merle, elder daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. F. L. Hart, of Commercial Bank, Port Lincoln, to Vladislaw (Jack), fourth son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Cienciala, of Trinec, Czechoslovakia.
Port Lincoln Times, 9 Jul 1953
FIRST WEDDING IN NEW CHURCH HALL
Rev. M. J. Both officiated at the first wedding to be held in the Port Lincoln Presbyterian Church Hall, Proper .Road, on Friday, when Margot, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Hart, married Mr. Ladislav Cienciala, of Port Lincoln.
The church was beautifully decorated by. Mrs. Colin Ritchie, who arranged white urns with white arum lilies, daisies, heather, erica, roses, proteas and honesty. The palest of pink and blue flowers picked up the shades of the bridesmaid's gown and white satin bows with trailing ends completed the artistic and gracious floral pieces. Little posies in pink and blue with silver frills were hung by ribbons on the chairs in the aisle. The bride entered with her father, and looked charming, and dignified in a lustrous magnolia satin gown, made with a long fitted bodice which was self-buttoned high to the neck, from which rose a stiffened winged collar of quipure lace. The long tight fitting sleeves were buttoned to the elbow, and the full gathered skirt, cut to form a train, fell from a pointed, waist-line back and front. The full length veil loaned by Mrs. Reg Roberts, of Wanilla, was of net embroidered with tulips. It was fastened to the head with a dainty pearl tiara, and worn, over the face upon entering the church. A shower bouquet of white carnations and hyaciths was carried.
Little Noelene Peake, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. She preceded the bride in mist blue marquisette over satin. A crinoline halo was braided with pale pink orange blossom, and she carried a tiny bouquet of pink carnations and stocks.
Alison Hart, the bride's sister, was a pretty bridesmaid in a lovely shade of orchid pink brocaded satin. The tight fitting short bodice was off the shoulders, and the long skirt fully gathered. Her head dress was a pink replica of the flowergirl's, and her bouquet was of pink carnations and hyacinths.
The bridegroom, was attended by Mr. Marion Kowaiczuk.
Mrs. Hart wore a smart gown of mushroom pink satin backed crepe, draped from the right shoulder across to the waist. The apron skirt followed the graceful drape to the left. Antique metal clips were placed on each shoulder. A smart pillbox hat of the same material with violets tucked into the crown was softly veiled in pink. A full length fitted coat of deep violet vetour, made with a scarf collar, which ended in a long black tassel and buttoned with brocaded buttons, was worn over the
frock.
The congregation enjoyed the playing of the voluntaries of Beethoven, Hayden and Mendelssohn. As the bride entered the church the Wedding March from Lohengren was played and during the signing of the register Mozart's Gloria, from the second Mass. The organist, Mrs. F. J. Provis, entered into the reverant spirit of the service in a manner much appreciated by those present.
Invited guests at the wedding, were entertained by the bride's parents at the Commercial Bank residence where the usual toasts were honoured during a buffet tea.
Mrs. Cienciala travelled in a navy wool frock, lightly embroidered with lace motifs on the bodice and skirt, and worn under a navy crimson lined full length poodle cloth coat. Mr. and Mrs. Cienciala left Adelaide on Monday for Perth, where they will make their home.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 11 Melbury Road in Salisbury North, South Australia, Australia.
Margot married Ladislav 'Jack' CIENCIALA in 1953. They had seven children: Francis 'Frank' Paul, Eve Marie, Helen, Ian Hugh, John Graham, Caroline Ann and Andrew 'Andy' Peter.
10-Francis 'Frank' Paul CIENCIALA was born on 25 Dec 1953.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a General Manager, Adcorp Property Group.
Francis married Mila INAT. They had four children: Adelyn, Leila, Paul Jose and Martin Steven.
10-Eve Marie CIENCIALA was born on 15 Mar 1955.
10-Helen CIENCIALA was born on 3 Dec 1957.
10-Ian Hugh CIENCIALA was born on 11 Dec 1959.
Ian married Caroline BRECKNELL on 3 Dec 1983 in Adelaide, South Australia. They had two children: Catherine Lucy and Elizabeth Rose.
10-John Graham CIENCIALA was born on 21 Nov 1960.
10-Caroline Ann CIENCIALA was born on 15 Mar 1962.
10-Andrew 'Andy' Peter CIENCIALA was born on 3 Dec 1967.
Andrew married Tania DAVIS. They had one son: Blake John.
9-Alison Evelyn HART was born on 9 Aug 1933.
Alison married Simon Woodside McDONALD in Jul 1964. They had two children: Louise Sybil and Hugh Simon.
10-Louise Sybil McDONALD was born on 7 May 1966.
10-Hugh Simon McDONALD was born on 5 Dec 1967.
8-Edward Robert PEAKE\PETERS was born on 24 Feb 1905 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 4 Jan 1985 in Brewarrina, New South Wales, Australia aged 79, and was buried on 10 Jan 1985 in Brewarrina Cemetery. Another name for Edward was Robert PETERS.
General Notes: 1934 Electoral Roll. Robert Peters, labourer, Darlington Point.
1935 Electoral Roll. Robert Peters, sleeper cutter at Nailex, together with Alice Sophia.
1935 Electoral Roll. Robert Peters, labourer at 11 High Street, Harris Park with Alice Sophia.
1936 & 1937. Robert Peters, labourer at Moondarra Street, Tottenham with Alice Sophia (and Winifred Mary)
1937. Robert Peters, plasterer at Camping Reserve, Dubbo, with Alice Sophia.
1943. Robert Peters, station hand, Zara Station, Wanganella, with Alice Sophia.
1949. Robert Peters, painter at 71 McLeay Street, Dubbo, with Alice Sophia.
1954. Robert Peters, painter at Anson Roadt, Orange, with Alice Sophia.
1958. Alice Sophia Peters, Binnia Street, Coolah, home duties.
Thereafter Alice Sophia, with Robert.
No record has been found of the marriage in NSW as Peake or Peters.
Buried as Robert Gordon Peters in the Brewarrina Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Painting Contractor in 1984 in Brewarrina, New South Wales, Australia.
Edward married Catherine 'Kit' Bertha KELLY, daughter of James Thomas KELLY and Martha STONE, on 8 Oct 1925 in Kimba, South Australia, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. Catherine was born on 17 Jun 1907 in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Australia, died on 17 Feb 1990 in Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia aged 82, and was buried in Port Pirie Cemetery. They had two children: Barbara Joy and Patrick James Bryan Gordon.
General Notes: Appears in 1939 Electoral Roll as at Port Lincoln, but no mention of husband.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at Proper Road in 1939 in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Australia.
9-Barbara Joy PEAKE was born on 26 Apr 1927 in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Australia and died on 11 Dec 2001 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 74.
General Notes: Port Lincoln Times, 7 June 1945.
MARRIAGE
LOWEN - PEAKE.\emdash On May 19, at St. Clement's Church, Mosman, Sydney, Barbara Joy Peake, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Dermody, of Adelaide, to Robert George Lowen, youngest son of Mr, and Mrs. P. Trust, of Mosman, N.S.W.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Registered General Nurse.
Barbara married Robert George LOWEN, son of Robert Albert LOWEN and Clare Florence PATTERSON, on 19 May 1945 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. Robert was born in 1922 in Adelaide, South Australia and died on 26 Apr 1998 in Collinswood, South Australia, Australia aged 76. They had two children: Wayne Trevor and Diane Catherine.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Butcher in 1945-1949 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia.
10-Wayne Trevor LOWEN was born on 2 Apr 1946 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
General Notes: Or John Trevor Lowen, according to newspaper announcement.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Journalist & TV Presenter in Hong Kong.
10-Diane Catherine LOWEN was born on 29 Aug 1948 in Australia.
Diane married Kim McRae BARTON. They had one son: Kim William.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Manager in 1980 in Casuarina, Northern Territory, Australia.
Barbara next married Lewis Bernard JOLLY, son of Alfred Roy JOLLY and Winifred Rozetta BURCHELL, in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Lewis was born on 16 Jan 1921 in Hyde Park, South Australia, Australia and died on 16 Jul 1998 in Northern Territory, Australia aged 77. They had one daughter: Tracey Barbara.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Koolpinyah Station in 1972 in Northern Territory, Australia.
• Lewis served in the military: S15146//47459.
10-Tracey Barbara JOLLY was born on 23 May 1960 in Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Quarter Horse Breeder in Katharine, Northern Territory.
Tracey married Anthony 'Tony' Steven IZOD on 8 Mar 1980 in Northern Territory, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. Anthony was born on 4 Mar 1959 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia and died on 27 Jan 1998 in Wangi Station, Northern Territory, Australia aged 38. They had three children: Joanna Therese, Jessica Marie and Sam Grady.
General Notes: See, Oldfield: The search for new fields. A record of the descendants of Henry and Elizabeth Oldfield, by Colin R J Thompson, Morphett Vale, 2009, p. 243.
9-Patrick James Bryan Gordon PEAKE\KURNOW was born on 17 Mar 1928 in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Alternative date of birth 17 March 1938.
Alias Norman George Morley
SA Police Gazette, 1955
Supreme Court Adelaide, 3 Aug 1953. Service Station and Shop, Breaking and Entering - 2 years 6 months each concurrent. Discharge 21 Apr 1955.
Description - Labourer, born c1928, 5'6", sturdy build, fresh complexion, brown hair, grey eyes, broken nose, heart and scroll and RJP dagger, heart and stroke on left forearm, indistinct flag and PP heart and scroll on back left hand, VS and dagger right forearm, sabre, triangle right arm.
SA Police Gazette, 1956
Adelaide Police Court, 26 Aug 1955, Larceny - 6 months, and unlawful use - 12 months cumulative. Freedom due 14 Aug 1956.
A Patrick James Peake appears in the 1977 Electoral Roll as an engineer at Port Headland (38 Robinson Street), together with his wife, Frances Diana.
By 1980 both of them had moved to 10 Tranmere Place, Craigie, WA.
Edward next married Alice Sophia McENALLY, daughter of John McENALLY and Emily HUME. Alice was born on 28 Feb 1899 in Nyngan, New South Wales, Australia, died on 18 Sep 1967 in Penrith, New South Wales, Australia aged 68, and was buried in Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia. They had four children: William John, Elaine A, Robert Peters and Dawn Peters.
9-William John PETERS died in 1952 in Condobolin, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Elaine A PEAKE was born in 1935 in Tottenham, Newcastle, New South Wales.
Elaine married BEST. They had one son: Darrell.
10-Darrell BEST .
9-Robert Peters PEAKE was born in 1937 and died in Dec in Australia.
9-Dawn Peters PEAKE was born in 1939 in Nyngan, New South Wales, Australia.
8-Constance Clara Merle PEAKE was born on 7 Sep 1907 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia and died in Jan 1965 in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia aged 57.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as an Accountant in 1931 in Geelong West, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at 9 Mont Albert Road in 1931 in Geelong West, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at 44 Clinton Street in 1949 in Orange, New South Wales, Australia.
Constance married William Patrick KENNEDY, son of John Edward KENNEDY and Margaret Anne CARMAN, in 1932 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. William was born on 23 Jul 1906 in Orange, New South Wales, Australia and died on 5 Feb 1992 in Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia aged 85. They had one daughter: Margaret Merle.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Police Constable in 1933 in Milson's Point, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Police Constable in 1935 in Artamon, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Police Constable in 1943 in Neutral Bay, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Police Constable in 1954 in Orange, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at Cnr Anson & Philips Street in 1954 in Orange, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Police Sergeant in 1958-1963 in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Margaret Merle KENNEDY .
General Notes: 1963 first and only appearance in Electoral Rolls.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Clerk in 1963 in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia.
8-Hugh Denzil Ralph PEAKE was born on 6 Jan 1910 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 29 Nov 1982 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 72, and was buried on 6 Jan 1983 in Burra Cemetery.
General Notes: Admitted to Fairfield Infectious Diseases Hospital on 12 Dec 1933.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Labourer, Braemar Station in 1939-1941 in Hallett, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Shearer, Wilgena Station in 1944 in Tarcoola, South Australia, Australia.
Hugh married Jean Elizabeth Sarah SPENCER, daughter of James Gilbert SPENCER and Elizabeth Mary KING, on 11 Jul 1940 in Australia. Jean was born on 6 May 1919 in Brighton, South Australia, Australia and died on 25 Apr 2006 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 86. They had one daughter: Judy.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 3/20 Addison Road in 1992 in Black Forest, South Australia, Australia.
• She resided at 2/75 Edward Street in 1999 in Daw Park, South Australia, Australia.
9-Judy PEAKE .
General Notes: Death notice of mother in 2006 indicates that Jean was the grand-mother of Darren, Leanne and Sandra and great-grand-mother of Claudia, Nathan and Annabelle.
Judy married Haydn GELLY. Haydn died in 1982. They had three children: Darren, Leanne and Sandra.
10-Darren GELLY .
Darren married Karin. They had one daughter: Claudia Lea.
10-Leanne GELLY .
10-Sandra GELLY .
8-Norman Alexander Noel PEAKE was born on 24 Dec 1913 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia and died on 20 Mar 2002 in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia aged 88.
General Notes: The Tumby Bay-Wanilla soldier settlers scheme 1949-99, by Colleen Qualmann, Henley Beach, 1999.
Norman Peake acquired Section 127, Hundred of Wanilla of 935 acres, 720 acres to pasture between 1948-50, the remaining 215 acres to sugar gum.
Does not appear in digitised Electoral Rolls as Norman Alexander or Norman Alexander Noel Peake.
Noted events in his life were:
• Norman served in the military on 30 Dec 1941-23 Feb 1942: Gunner S50000,108 Anti Tank Regt, AIF.
• He served in the military on 10 Mar 1942-24 Dec 1945: Leading Aircraftsman 47706, 6 Service Flying Training School, RAAF.
• He worked as a Farmer and Grazier, 'Dorman Downs' in Wanilla, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 4 Mary Street in 1992-1999 in Happy Valley, South Australia, Australia.
Norman married Doreen Anna LUND, daughter of Joseph LUND and Sophie Annie BAHR, on 24 Apr 1948 in Australia. Doreen was born on 19 May 1926 in Renmark, South Australia, Australia. They had four children: Noeleen Anne Comerford, Evelyn Joan, Deborah Claire and Selwyn Hugh.
General Notes: See, With Pride: The Menzels of Hoffnungsthal 1847-1984, by Fred Hausler and Margaret Sloan, Adelaide, 1984, p.487.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 4 Mary Street in 2007 in Happy Valley, South Australia, Australia.
9-Noeleen Anne Comerford PEAKE was born on 8 Sep 1948.
Noeleen married John David BERTSCHINGER.
9-Evelyn Joan PEAKE was born on 14 Jan 1950.
Evelyn married Russell BEALES in Sep 1971. They had one daughter: Amanda Jane.
10-Amanda Jane BEALES was born on 11 Nov 1975.
9-Deborah Claire PEAKE was born on 20 Sep 1954.
Deborah married Gregory SANDERSON. They had two children: Kathryn Louise and Lisa Michele.
10-Kathryn Louise SANDERSON was born on 23 Mar 1986 in North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
10-Lisa Michele SANDERSON was born on 2 Jan 1988 in North Adelaide, South Austraiia, Australia.
9-Selwyn Hugh PEAKE was born on 23 Feb 1958 in Woodville, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at 17 Geary Place in 1992 in Athelstone, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 4 Sussex Terrace in 1999 in Westbourne Park, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as an Optometrist 1999- in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia.
• He had a residence in 2015 in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia.
Selwyn married Jeannie HARDING. They had one son: James Alexander Leonard.
10-James Alexander Leonard PEAKE was born on 28 May 1985 in Rose Park, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at 12 Brook Avenue in 2007 in Glen Osmond, South Australia, Australia.
7-Sarah Elizabeth Sophia PEAKE was born on 31 Jan 1874 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 11 Sep 1875 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia aged 1, and was buried in Naracoorte Cemetery.
7-Robert George PEAKE was born on 23 Apr 1876 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 4 Jul 1958 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 82, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
General Notes: The 'Northern Territory Times and Gazette' of 20 July, 1906, reported the appointment of Robert George Peake as Justice of the Peace (SAGG 1 July 1905). In the same paper of 17 August, 1906, it was reported that he had been appointed as Secretary to the Government Resident and Accountant; Inspector under the Vines Act, 1885; Deputy Registrar of Bills of Sale; Public Trustee and to the Tender Board.
5 Sept 1906, appointed member of Licencing Bench for Palmerston District, NT
29 Oct 1910, JP, appointed Special Magistrate, Northern Territory.
Inspector of Station Accounts, SA Railways, 7 Aug 1911
Advertiser 12 Jun 1941
Mr Robert George Peake, I.S.O. in the State list, retired as manager ol the South Australian Harbors Board on April 22 after nearly 50 years' service in the department. Mr. Peake was appointed manager in 1935, after having been secretary for 11 years. Born 61 years ago at Naracoorte, Mr. Peake is a nephew of the late Mr. A. H. Peake, a former Premier. Mr. Peake is a Fellow of the Federal Institute of Accountants.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Auditor & Paymaster, Palmerston & Pine Creek Railway in 1903-1906 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
• He worked as a Special Magistrate in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
• He worked as an Inspector of Accounts, South Australian Railways on 7 Aug 1911-1914 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Port Superintendent in 1914 in Wallaroo, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a General Manager, Harbors Board in 1935-1941 in South Australia.
• He resided at 6 Pleasant Avenue in 1939 in Edwardstown, South Australia, Australia.
• He was honoured for Imperial Service Order (ISO) on 12 Jun 1941.
Robert married Maude SMITH, daughter of Horatio SMITH and Elizabeth HALL, on 7 Oct 1905 in Port Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. Maude was born on 19 Feb 1879 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia and died on 15 Jul 1970 in Walkerville, South Australia, Australia aged 91. They had six children: Christina Jessie, Alison Mary, Margaret Campbell, Edward Horatio, Maude Elizabeth and Hugh Ronald.
General Notes: Her name was registered as Maud, but she later added the 'e' to her name and was known as Maude.
The 'Northern Territory Times and Gazette' of 20 March 1903, reported on the St Patrick's Day race meeting at Brock's Creek. Miss Maud Smith 'was appointed as Starter and Clerk of the Course, and mounted on her magnificent snow white charger 'Smuggler' she carried out the numerous duties pertaining to both offices in a most efficient manner, all fields being sent away well together.'
Her sister, Minnie Smith 'carried out the duties of secretary, and as there were all post entries the task was not an easy one, but she carried out her duties in a most satisfactory manner, her quiet, unassuming, lady like bearing being greatly admired by all present.'
The article described Maud's: 'Miss Maud Smith looked a vision in dreams, mounted on her snow white charger, wearing a light green silk riding habit, with a pretty soft looking bodice of puffed and flounced chiffon, while an inch wide dark green ribbon made the prettiest of belts'.
However, this descriptions was not to Maude's liking as she wrote to the Editor of the newspaper on 27 March 1903.
'Will you allow me space to enter a protest against the publication of articles like the alledged description of the sports, held here on the 17th inst. Surely the fact that the ladies of Brock's Creek attended a race meeting does not give an individual, whose sense of humor badly needs re-adjusting, a right to let his pen run on in the style of the article in question. No doubt the article - a beautiful example of native wit as understood in Brock's Creek - was intended as a joke, but most of your readers will agree with me that the joke was in questionable taste, and that a repetition of such jokes is, to say the least of it, undesirable. Thanking you in anticipation. I am etc Maude Smith, Brock's Creek, March 20, 1903.'
8-Christina Jessie PEAKE was born on 10 Jul 1906 in Palmerston, Northern Territory, Australia, died on 28 Mar 1976 in Gilberton, South Australia, Australia aged 69, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
General Notes: She was accepted into Course 'B' at the Adelaide Teachers' College in 1924 and completed the course in 1925.
Taught at primary schools in Adelaide, Tanunda and Nildottie.
Noted events in her life were:
• She was educated at Adelaide Teachers' College in 1924-1925 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
• She worked as an Assistant School Teacher on 11 Sep 1938 in Plympton, South Australia, Australia.
Christina married Frank Norman SKINNER, son of John SKINNER and Amelia Anna SCHMIDT, on 26 Sep 1947 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Frank was born on 25 Jul 1908 in Prospect, South Australia, Australia, died on 8 Apr 1994 in Gilberton, South Australia, Australia aged 85, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had no children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Trooper SX14664, 2/9 Armoured Regiment on 24 Sep 1941-28 May 1945.
8-Alison Mary PEAKE was born on 1 Dec 1907 in Palmerston, Northern Territory, Australia, died on 8 Apr 1960 in Glandore, South Australia, Australia aged 52, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. Another name for Alison was 'Lal'.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Clerk, shorthand typist, Minister of Agriculture's Office in 1924.
• She worked as a Shorthand typist, Education Department in 1934 in Adelaide, South Australia.
Alison married Cecil Hamilton 'Jim' CAWTHORNE, son of James Radcliffe CAWTHORNE and Julia Sophia BOURNE, on 18 Sep 1948 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Cecil was born on 1 Apr 1906 in Blackburn, Lancashire, England and died on 1 Sep 1985 in Parkside, South Australia, Australia aged 79. They had no children.
General Notes: Advertiser, 13 May 1944
MIDDLE EAST AWARDS
Honors For South Australians
MELBOURNE, May 12.
Details of gallantry and distinguished service in the Middle East, which earned high awards
for two South Australians are described in a list of citations released today by the Acting Minister
for the Army (Senator Fraser). WO (2nd class), Cecil Hamilton Cawthorne (infantry), of South Australia, has been awarded a bar to his Military Medal. WO Cawthorne (then a sergeant) showed great courage when his company reached Ruin Ridge, and came under heavy fire from enemy artillery, mortars, and machine guns.
When WO Cawthorne was in command of the platoon which was covering the start line for an Australian battalion; attack on Ruin Ridge, the enemy brought down artillery are on this area for two and a half hours, and Cawthorne's example during this time was an Inspiration to his men. On two occasions when it was learnt that members of fighting patrols were reported missing be went out to search for them. On one occasion be accompanied his company commander while looking for a man who was missing after a company patrol This entailed going out 2,100 yards while they were under observation and fire from the enemy. They succeeded In bringing In the man, who was badly wounded In the ankle. For many weeks, when the company was holding a sector in the front line WO Cawthorne as company sergeant-major, inspired all members of the company.
Military Medal at Tobruk in Oct 1941. Bar to MM in March 1943.
Biography in the Australian Dictionary of Biography, Vol. 7, 2007
Cecil Hamilton (Jim) Cawthorne (1906-1985), soldier, was born Leslie Allen Perrot Cawthorne on 1 April 1906 at Blackburn, Lancashire, England, son of James Radcliffe Cawthorne, master boot and shoemaker and town postman, and his wife Julia Sophia, née Bourne. Raised and educated in England, he went to New Zealand before joining his younger brother in South Australia in 1926.
Later their parents also migrated. During the Depression Leslie carried a swag and travelled the bush. He was a railway employee from 1937. Initially rejected by the army on medical grounds, he used a deceased brother's name, Cecil Hamilton Cawthorne, and enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force on 17 June 1940. Henceforward he was known as `Jim'.
Joining the newly formed 2/43rd Battalion, Cawthorne was promoted to sergeant on 28 December 1940. Next day he embarked for the Middle East. After training in Palestine, the battalion, part of the 9th Division, deployed to Tobruk, Libya, which was besieged from April 1941. On the night of 27\endash 28 July Cawthorne's patrol, seeking a German prisoner for interrogation, encountered an enemy working party some 1500 yards (1372 m) from the Australian lines. The patrol went to ground and awaited its approach. At 10 yards (9 m), Cawthorne stood up, approached the Germans and called for their surrender. They opened fire and wounded him in two places, then broke and ran after coming under Australian fire. Cawthorne pursued the Germans, killed one, and captured a corporal. Major General (Sir) Leslie Morshead, elated, recorded: `a particularly good effort by a fighting patrol of the 43rd Battalion'. Cawthorne was awarded the Military Medal. He was in hospital until 19 August, then rejoined his battalion, which continued to serve at Tobruk until evacuated in October.
In July 1942 the 9th Division was in action in Egypt. Cawthorne was a platoon sergeant in the 2/43rd attack on Ruin Ridge on the 17th and ten days later commanded the platoon covering the start line for the 2/28th attack. As an acting warrant officer, class two, from July (substantive in October), he was for many weeks company sergeant major and on 17 August he volunteered to help his company commander search for a man missing from a patrol. For his actions in July-October he was awarded a Bar to his MM, the only such award to an Australian in the Middle East and the first of just five to Australians in World War II. Commissioned as a lieutenant on 22 January 1943 he returned to Australia with his battalion in February. He served on the Huon Peninsula, New Guinea, in 1943-44 and at Labuan and British North Borneo in 1945.
Demobilised on 18 April 1947, Cawthorne worked as a physiotherapist in Adelaide. At St Luke's Church of England on 18 September 1948 he married Alison Mary Peake (d.1960), a civil servant; they had no children and separated after several years. Employed for a time as a manufacturing chemist, by the mid-1960s he had set up as an antique and art dealer at Norwood. He was a small man with a large beard and a sparkle in his eye. A raconteur who elaborated his stories, he was intelligent, well read in esoteric and historical subjects, and interested in herbal medicines. He died on 1 September 1985 at Parkside and was buried in Centennial Park cemetery.
Select Bibliography
G. Combe et al, The Second 43rd Australian Infantry Battalion 1940-1946 (1972)
B. Maughan, Tobruk and El Alamein (1987)
series B883, item SX5399 (National Archives of Australia)
AWM76, item B93, AWM119, items A18, A62 (Australian War Memorial)
private information.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lieutenant SX5399, 2/43 Infantry Btn on 17 Jun 1940-18 Apr 1947.
• He received the Military Medal and Bar in 1941.
• He worked as a Physilotherapist in Adelaide, South Australia.
8-Margaret Campbell PEAKE was born on 31 Mar 1909 in Palmerston, Northern Territory, Australia and died on 22 May 2000 aged 91.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Comptometrist 1924- in Adelaide, South Australia.
Margaret married Alexander DUFFIELD, son of Francis Hayward DUFFIELD and Minnie Ottaway SAMUEL, on 1 Oct 1936 in Hawthorn, South Australia, Australia. Alexander was born on 16 Dec 1910 in Bourke, New South Wales, Australia and died on 26 Feb 1993 aged 82. They had three children: James Alexander, Nancy Margaret and Barbara Mary.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Shipping Clerk, Adelaide Steamship Company in 1926-1949 in Townsville, Queensland, Australia.
• He resided at 29 Alexandra Street in 1939 in Townsville, Queensland, Australia.
• He served in the military Private Q217635, 16 Btn Volunteer Defence Corps on 17 May 1942-7 Aug 1944.
• He worked as a Shipping Manager, Adelaide Steamship Company in 1950-1972 in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
• He resided at 191 Abbott Street in 1954 in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
• He resided at 10 Avon Street in 1972-1980 in Stratford, Queensland, Australia.
9-James Alexander DUFFIELD was born on 16 Sep 1937 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1963 in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
James married Lyn Frances JAMES. They had three children: David James, Geoffrey Francis and John Alexander.
10-David James DUFFIELD was born on 21 May 1965.
David married Susan GANNON. They had two children: Lucy and Anna.
10-Geoffrey Francis DUFFIELD was born on 20 Mar 1968.
Geoffrey married Louise GARDINI. They had two children: Archie and Hugh.
10-John Alexander DUFFIELD was born on 14 Feb 1971.
John married Claire GOMMERSTAL. They had two children: Ella and Abby.
9-Nancy Margaret DUFFIELD was born on 18 Aug 1942 in Adelaide, South Australia.
Nancy married Robert Bruce NOBLE. They had two children: Ailsa McDonald and Pamela Louise.
10-Ailsa McDonald NOBLE was born on 13 Sep 1969 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Ailsa married Stephen McGEE. They had two children: Sophie and James.
10-Pamela Louise NOBLE was born on 25 Apr 1972.
Pamela married Timothy LONGSTAFF. They had two children: Jessica and Hamish.
9-Barbara Mary DUFFIELD was born on 5 May 1944 in Torrensville, South Australia, Australia.
Barbara married John SHERRIFF. They had two children: Sally Ann and Penelope Jane.
10-Sally Ann SHERRIFF was born on 24 Feb 1970 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.
Sally married Marcus ADAMS. They had two children: Nicholas and Lia.
10-Penelope Jane SHERRIFF was born on 4 Sep 1971 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.
8-Edward Horatio PEAKE was born on 18 Apr 1911 in Port Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia and died on 21 Dec 1971 in Woodville, South Australia, Australia aged 60.
General Notes: SA Police Gazette, 1952
Supreme Court, Nov 1952 - Embezzlement from Savings Bank of SA - 15 months.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Bank Clerk 1928- in Edwardstown, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 4 St George's Avenue in 1939 in Glandore, South Australia, Australia.
• He served in the military S74213, Sergeant, 8 Battalion, Volunteer Defence Corps on 8 Jan 1942-16 Oct 1945.
• He worked as a Bank Manager, Savings Bank of SA -1952.
• He worked as a Clerk of 9 Trott Grove 1952- in Oaklands Park, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Book Keeper/Accountant, Allsteel Products.
Edward married Verna Vinette WILLIS, daughter of John Wesley WILLIS and Mary Ann BAYNE, on 1 May 1937 in Kadina, South Australia, Australia. Verna was born on 9 Jul 1910 in Wallaroo, South Australia, Australia, died on 2 May 1999 in Somerton Park, South Australia, Australia aged 88, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had four children: Robert John, Helen Mary, Joan Verna and Brian Edward.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Secretary to Town Clerk, Kadina District Council in 1937-1947.
9-Robert John PEAKE was born on 7 Feb 1938 in Unley, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: 1961, admitted to the Australian Society of Accountants
1962, admitted to the Chartered Institute of Secretaries
1984, Fellow of the Australian Society of Certified Public Accountants (FCPA)
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military 7617NS Ordinary Seaman, National Service, RAN HMAS Cerebus & Sydney 6 Jan 1957-.
• He worked as an Accountant of 12 Market Corner in 1968 in Fulham Gardens, South Australia, Australia.
• He received a degree in Associate Diploma in Accountancy, SA Institute of Technology.
• He resided at 10 Treacy Street 1992- in Tusmore, South Australia, Australia.
Robert married Cynthia Joy YOUNG, daughter of Horace Reginald Lancelot YOUNG and Bernice Adele, on 20 Apr 1963 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia. Cynthia was born on 3 Sep 1939 in Unley, South Australia, Australia. They had three children: Andrew Edward, Catherine Jane and Michael Robert.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Student Nurse, Adelaide Children's Hospital -1963.
• She worked as a Court Reporter/Typist 1985-.
10-Andrew Edward PEAKE was born on 26 Jan 1964 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Admitted as Associate of the Austrlaian Society of Certified Practicing Accountants
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Accountant, Elders Pastoral Company in 1986-1991.
• He received a degree in Bach of Economics, University of Adelaide in 1987.
• He received a degree in Honors Diploma in Computer Science, University of Adelaide in 1996.
• He worked as a Professional Bridge Player 2013- in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
10-Catherine Jane PEAKE was born on 2 Jun 1965 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Bach. Music, University of Adelaide.
• She received a degree in Bach. Of Arts, University of New England.
Catherine married Graham Dundas STRAHLE, son of David STRAHLE and Glenys, on 3 Nov 1990 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce in 2003. They had one daughter: Claudia Ann.
10-Michael Robert PEAKE was born on 28 Sep 1967 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach. Of Science(Hons.) (Mathematics), Univeristy of Adelaide in 1987.
• He received a degree in PhD (Aplied Mathematics), Oxford University in 1993.
• He resided at 5/11 Sydney Street in 1999 in Glenside, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 2/5 Osborn Avenue in 2007 in Beulah Park, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Tutor in Mathematics, University of Adelaide.
9-Helen Mary PEAKE was born on 17 Nov 1939 in Unley, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: jgdcrone@bigpond.net.au
Author, Little Fortune Frown or Smile: The family history of Robert George and Maude Peake, Melbourne, 2019.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a State Registered Nurse, Royal Adelaide Hospital 1961-.
• She was honoured for Royal Adelaide Hospital Gold Medal in 1961.
Helen married James Graeme Dalrymple CRONE, son of James Kinning CRONE and Grace Gwendolen HALL, on 12 Dec 1964 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. James was born on 24 Sep 1936 in St Marylebone, MIddlesex, England. They had four children: Christopher James Dalrymple, Peter Edward Dalrymple, Simon Michael Dalrymple and Jennifer Clare.
General Notes: For family history see, The Irish Book Lover: John Smyth Crone, his ancestors, family and descendants, by Helen Mary Crone, Melbourne, 2016.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach. Of Mining Engineering, Melbourne University in 1958.
• He received a degree in Master of Engineering Science, Melbourne University in 1961.
• He worked as a Mining Engineer, Con Zinc Rio Tinto of Austrlaia Ltd 1963- in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia.
• He received a degree in Diploma, Master of Engineering Science, Imperial College London in 1967.
• He worked as a Mine Planning Engineer, Hammersley Iron Pty Ltd 1968-.
• He worked as a Mining Engineer in 1972-1980 in Mount Tom Price, Western Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 12 Trenton Avenue in 1977 in Glen Waverley, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 10 Knutsford Street in 1980 in Swinburne, Western Australia, Australia.
10-Christopher James Dalrymple CRONE was born on 29 Nov 1965 in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach. Of Engineering (Hons.) (Civil), University of Western Australia in 1987.
• He worked as an Engineer 1990- in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
• He received a degree in Grad. Dip. In Management, Assoc.of Professional Engineers, Scientists et al in 1998.
• He received a degree in Master of Business Administration, Deakin University in 2003.
Christopher married Marie Martina GALLAGHER, daughter of Patrick (Dawson) GALLAGHER and Mary Patricia HARLEY, on 9 Aug 1997 in Derrybeg, Co Donegal, Ireland. Marie was born on 14 May 1962 in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland. They had two children: Ciara Mary and Enya Patrica.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Schol Teacher, Dubai English Speaking School in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
10-Peter Edward Dalrymple CRONE was born on 27 Feb 1968 in Prahan, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach. Of Economics, University of Western Australia in 1989.
• He received a degree in Master of Economics, Austraiian Natioknal Univeristy in 1992.
• He worked as an Economist 1997- in Canberra, ACT, Australia.
• He worked as a Chief Economist & Policy Director, Aust. Govt. Commission of Audit 2014-.
• He worked as a Chief Economist, Ernst & Young in 2017.
Peter married Victoria Helen POYSER, daughter of Maxwell Andrew POYSER and Delwyn Helen JOHNSON, on 16 Nov 2008 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Victoria was born on 8 Feb 1973 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. They had three children: Cecilia Elizabeth, Penelope Alexandra and Liliana Delwyn.
10-Simon Michael Dalrymple CRONE was born on 3 Jul 1970 in Tom Price, Western Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Architect.
• He received a degree in Bach. Of Science (Building), Curtin University in 1990.
• He received a degree in Bach.of Architecture, Curtin University in 1992.
• He received a degree in Master of Building Science, Curtin University in 1997.
Simon married Gabrielle Mary CHAPMAN, daughter of Barry James CHAPMAN and Roberta Mary MILLER, on 31 Dec 1999 in Pemberton, Western Australia, Australia. Gabrielle was born on 15 Apr 1970. They had three children: Luca James Chapman, Alexander Thomas Chapman and Evan Robert Chapman.
10-Jennifer Clare CRONE was born on 27 May 1974 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Diploma of Fashion Design, WA School of Art and Design in 1994.
• She received a degree in Diploma of Interior Design, WA School of Art and Design in 2002.
• She worked as a Senior Interior Designer in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Jennifer married Stuart Donald LYONS, son of George LYONS and Grace Charlotte RUTHERFORD, on 17 Feb 2012 in Werribee, Victoria, Australia. Stuart was born on 15 Jul 1977 in Edinburgh, Scotland. They had two children: Charlotte Mary and Isobel Margaret.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Structural Engineer in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
9-Joan Verna PEAKE was born on 6 Apr 1942 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Name of Verna deleted by Deed Poll
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a State Registered Nurse, Royal Adelaide Hospital 1963- in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia.
Joan married Richard De Mestre PICKBURN, son of Thomas PICKBURN, on 15 Nov 1966 in Yea, Victoria, Australia. Richard was born in 1939 and died on 15 Mar 2011 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 72. They had four children: Michael De Maistre, Elizabeth Sarah, Catherine Tran Thi and Alexander Richard.
General Notes: Author, A History of the Pickburn-de Mestre Family, 2007.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a School Teacher in 1968 in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at 11 Marr Street in 1968 in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia.
• He received a degree in Bach. Of Science, University of Oregon (USA).
10-Michael De Maistre PICKBURN was born on 16 Jan 1968 in Invermere, British Columbia, Canada.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Police Officer, SA Police Force.
Michael married Natasha Lee DALY in 1996. They had two children: Amy Louise and Emma Kate.
10-Elizabeth Sarah PICKBURN was born on 18 Nov 1969 in Invermere, British Columbia, Canada.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Librarian.
• She received a degree in Diploma in Education, Flinders University of South Australia in 1991.
• She received a degree in Master of Social Work, Flinders University of South Australia in 2013.
Elizabeth married Jamieson Royce CHRISTIE in 1993. The marriage ended in divorce in 2014. They had two children: Thomas James and Rebecca Elizabeth.
10-Catherine Tran Thi PICKBURN was born on 24 Jan 1975 in Bien Hoa, Viet Nam.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Fitness Trainer.
• She worked as a Childcare worker in Adelaide.
Catherine married Adam Gary Lee SCHNEIDER on 5 Nov 2005 in Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia. They had one daughter: Heidi Jayne.
10-Alexander Richard PICKBURN was born on 4 Dec 1978 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Natural Resources Management, Central Lands Council in Northern Territory, Australia.
• He received a degree in Bach. Natural Resource Management (Hons.), University of Adelaide.
Alexander married Louise FLAHERTY. They had two children: Oliver Aldexander Flaherty and Roy Erich Flaherty.
9-Brian Edward PEAKE was born on 31 Jan 1944 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Diploma in Teaching, Western Teachers' College in 1963 in Adelaide.
• He received a degree in Bach. Education, University of South Australia in 1972.
• He worked as a Senior Master in Art, Wirreanda High School, Adelaide in 1986.
• He resided at 11 Evans Crescent in 1992-2007 in Oaklands Park, South Australia, Australia.
Brian married Meron Lesley WILLIAMS, daughter of Maurice Richard WILLIAMS and Valmai Eileen Prescott PRIME, on 28 Aug 1965 in Victor Harbor, South Australia, Australia. Meron was born on 10 Jun 1944 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia. They had two children: Marc Edward and Caron Lesley.
General Notes: See Prescott Family History, page 117.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher in South Australia.
• She received a degree in Diploma in Teaching, Western Teachers' College in Adelaide.
10-Marc Edward PEAKE was born on 15 May 1973 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Advertiser of 30 July 1986, reported that Marc had invented a colorful, three-dimensional space board game (at the age of 13 years), called Komet Kaos.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Electrical & Electronic Engineering), Univeristy of Adelaide in 1991-1994.
• He resided at 2 Le Hunte Street in 1999 in Wayville, South Australia, Australia.
• He received a degree in Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), Unversity of NSW in 2000-2002.
• He received a degree in Doctor in Linguistics, Universite Lumiere, Lyon in 2005-2007 in France.
• He worked as a Python Developer, SA Power Networks 2017-.
Marc married Damien MERCIER on 16 Apr 2014 in Sinard, France. They had two children: Margot Lesley Marie-Antoinette and Kayden Edward Maurrice.
10-Caron Lesley PEAKE was born on 19 Jun 1975 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Bach. Of Arts, University of Adelaide.
• She resided at 19 Harding Street in 2007 in Glengowrie, South Australia, Australia.
Caron married Bruce HENDERSON on 22 Oct 2011 in Victor Harbor, South Australia, Australia. They had two children: Audrey Violet and Eric Stuart Edward.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Engineer, Victor Harbor Council.
8-Maude Elizabeth PEAKE was born on 27 Aug 1913 in Glandore, South Australia, Australia and died on 21 Dec 1990 in Batemans Bay, New South Wales, Australia aged 77.
Maude married Ronald Alfred VARDON, son of Alfred Ernest VARDON and Olive Alice HUBBLE, on 9 Feb 1937 in Hawthorn, South Australia, Australia. Ronald was born on 29 May 1909 in North Unley, South Australia, Australia and died on 3 Oct 1972 in Seaforth, New South Wales, Australia aged 63. They had four children: Denis Andrew, Ronald Graham, Christopher Peter and Elizabeth Ann.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1939 in Westbourne Park, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Sales Representative, CSR Ltd in 1941-1943 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia.
• He served in the military Private S66368, 3 Btn Volunteer Defence Corps on 29 Mar 1942-22 Nov 1945.
• He worked as a Sales Manager, CSR Ltd in 1955-1971 in Warringah, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Denis Andrew VARDON was born on 30 Dec 1937 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia and died on 6 Apr 2003 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 65.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in ThL, St John's Theological College in 1963 in Morpheth, New South Wales, Australika.
• He received a degree in Diploma in Social Work, Melbourne University in 1972.
Denis married Rose Ann REUSS on 21 May 1966 in Wodonga, Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Michael and Nicholas.
10-Michael VARDON was born on 27 Jul 1967.
Michael married someone. He had three children: Llewelyn, Ella and Daniel.
10-Nicholas VARDON was born on 14 May 1969.
9-Ronald Graham VARDON was born on 29 Jan 1939 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1963-1968 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia.
Ronald married Patricia Moya DANAHER on 14 May 1966. The marriage ended in divorce. They had two children: Anthony Phillip and Julia Moya.
10-Anthony Phillip VARDON .
10-Julia Moya VARDON .
Ronald next married June RYAN.
9-Christopher Peter VARDON was born on 9 Mar 1945 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Mayor, Shire of Eurobodalla, 1989-2001.
President, Local Government Shires Association of NSW
Executive Officer, Southeast Australia Transport Authority
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a School Teacher in 1968 in Mosman, New South Wales, Australia.
• He was honoured for Centenary Medal on 1 Jan 2001.
• He was honoured for Member of the Order of Australia (OAM) on 26 Jan 2003.
Christopher married Suzanne Sharon ELLIS, daughter of James Morrison ELLIS and Ruth Kalthleen CAMERON. The marriage ended in divorce in 1975. Suzanne was born in 1948. They had one daughter: Kate Elizabeth.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Degree in Social Work in 1969.
• She worked as a CEO, Dept of Community Welfare, SA Public Service.
• She worked as a CEO, Dept of Correctional Services in 1994-1997.
• She worked as an Inaugural CEO, Centrelink in 1997-2004.
• She was honoured for Centenary Medal on 1 Jan 2001.
• She worked as a CEO, Dept for Families and Communities 2004-.
• She was honoured for Officer of the Order of Austrlaia (AO) on 26 Jan 2004.
10-Kate Elizabeth TUNNO was born in 1974.
Christopher next married Judith THOMPSON on 26 Nov 1975. They had four children: William, Elizabeth Jane, Michelle Louise and Sarah.
10-William THOMPSON was born in 1961.
10-Elizabeth Jane VARDON was born in 1963 and died in 2000 aged 37.
10-Michelle Louise WILSON was born in 1965.
10-Sarah VARDON was born in 1977.
9-Elizabeth Ann VARDON was born on 28 Apr 1951 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Elizabeth married Anthony William MULVIHILL in 1973. They had two children: Rebecca and Kate.
10-Rebecca MULVIHILL .
10-Kate MULVIHILL .
8-Hugh Ronald PEAKE was born on 22 Sep 1915 in Wallaroo, South Australia, Australia, died on 7 Apr 1978 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 62, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk of 14 Purnana Avenue in 1968 in St Georges, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Cost Accountant, Hansen & Yuncken in Adelaide.
Hugh married Mary Bower ROBERT, daughter of John Demaille ROBERT and Florence Emma BOWER, on 14 Aug 1941 in Australia. Mary was born on 5 Oct 1913 in Balaklava, South Australia, Australia and died on 23 Jan 2006 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 92. They had three children: Suzanne Margaret, Stephen Robert and Christine Mary.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 4/66 Princes Street in 1992-1999 in Mitcham, South Australia, Australia.
9-Suzanne Margaret PEAKE was born on 10 Jan 1943 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Suzanne married Michael MILNE. They had one daughter: Alexandra.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach. Dental Surgery.
10-Alexandra MILNE was born on 28 Mar 1972.
9-Stephen Robert PEAKE was born on 17 Sep 1944 in South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Engineer.
• He received a degree in Bachelor of Civil Engineering, University of Adelaide in 1963-1967.
• He resided at 56 Yurilla Drive in 1992 in Bellevue Heights, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 15 Admella Court in 1999 in Hallett Cove, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 9 Mawson Court in 2004-2007 in Woodcroft, South Australia, Australia.
Stephen married Dianne Marian Elizabeth TYRRELL. Dianne died on 25 Jul 2017 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Another name for Dianne was KIERNAN. They had two children: Kendall Blythe and Courteney Cassandra.
10-Kendall Blythe PEAKE was born on 17 Nov 1982 in South Australia, Australia.
10-Courteney Cassandra PEAKE was born on 25 Mar 1985 in South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She was employed as a Shared Services SA in 2010.
9-Christine Mary PEAKE was born on 5 Aug 1946 in South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Social Worker in 1968.
• Degrees: AUA (Social Work), University of Adelaide.
Christine married Donald GILCHRIST. The marriage ended in divorce. They had two children: George Stuart Drennan and Hermione Christina Drennan.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Airline Pilot.
10-George Stuart Drennan GILCHRIST was born on 18 Sep 1974.
10-Hermione Christina Drennan GILCHRIST was born on 6 Mar 1976.
7-Annie 'Nance' Campbell PEAKE was born on 8 Aug 1878 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 8 Oct 1959 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 81, and was buried in Centennial Park Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Nurse, Parkside Mental Hospital in Adelaide, South Australia.
• She worked as a Midwife, McBrides Maternity Hospital in 1928 in North Unley, South Australia, Australia.
• She worked as a Nurse in 1936-1949 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at 56 McGregor Street in 1936-1949 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
7-Henrietta Eva PEAKE was born on 8 Oct 1880 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 13 Aug 1948 in Cheltenham, Victoria, Australia aged 67, and was buried in Melbourne Necropolis.
General Notes: Appears to have lived with her parents up to their deaths, and thereafter moved to a house in Malvern, where she lived with her sister 'Nance'.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 31 High Street (with parents) in 1928 in Geelong West, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at 56 McGregor Street in 1931-1942 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
7-Edward Hunt PEAKE was born on 21 Oct 1882 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 12 Apr 1883 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, and was buried in Naracoorte Cemetery.
7-Christina Margaret PEAKE was born on 24 Mar 1884 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 22 Mar 1954 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 69, and was buried in West Terrace Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 45 King William Road in 1939-1941 in North Unley, South Australia, Australia.
• She resided at 2/4 Avoca Street in 1942 in St Kilda, Victoria, Australia.
Christina married Frederick Graham COLLARD, son of William Ovenden COLLARD and Grace GRAHAM, on 11 Jan 1907 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia. Frederick was born on 25 Apr 1875 in Harbledown, Kent, England and died on 7 Oct 1922 in Wallaroo, South Australia, Australia aged 47. They had four children: Eleanor Graham, Douglas Graham, William Edward Graham and Dora Graham.
General Notes: On 1st July 1908 he was appointed by the South Australian Marine Board. In the Department's employ he served as master of the 'HMS Governor Musgrave', Harbour Master at Beachport, Master of the lifeboat 'City of Adelaide'. Harbourmaster at Port Adelaide, Acting Harbourmaster and Harbourmaster at Wallaroo. Further he was Inspector of Shipping for the Marine Board, Deputy Superintendent of the Marine Board and Sub-collector of Customs.
Kadina and Wallaroo Times, 14 Oct 1922
THE LATE CAPT. COLLARD
Captain Frederick Graham Collard, who died at Wallaroo on Saturday last at the age of 47 years, was an exceedingly popular and estimable resident. He was well known in shipping circles, particularly at Port Adelaide, Beach port and more recently Port Wallaroo. He was born at Harbledown, Kent, and on arrival in the State joined the mercantile marine as mate, and for 15 years was a valued and capable official. For some time he was Harbor Master at Beachport, and Master of the life boat City of Adelaide, subsequently serving as Assistant Harbor Master at Port Adelaide. During his term as Master of the steamer governor Mus grave he made many friends, and was deservedly liked by his fellow officers and seamen. Five years ago he was appointed to Wallaroo and the duties of Harbor Master, Deputy Supt. of Mercantile Marine, and sub-collector of Customs. The port of Wallaroo is indebted to Capt. Collard for the high prestige it has gained as a first class deep sea port. During the period when the great shipping boom occurred, (just after the armistice) Capt. Collard proved his abilities as a cap able navigator by the skilful manner in which he safely berthed the many large ocean vessels. There is not a single accident recorded against him, and this achievement is considered extraordinary. The expeditious and capable manner in which he handled the big vessels won the admiration of Masters of every rank. He held an extra Master's certificate. His whole energies seemed to be devoted to making Port Wallaroo noted as a deep sea port, and he was eminently successful but unfortunately with loss to his health and consequent death. About a fortnight ago he was seized with an internal malady, and never rallied. A kind and generous-hearted man his loss to the community is greatly felt and many a stranded sea ma received assistance, from him without knowing from whom it came. Similar acts were frequently performed in behalf of needy cases in the town. In the home - his loss is irreparable. The Anglican church loses the services of one of its most faithful officers and the Masonic lodge mourns for a true and worthy brother. Capt. Collard married Miss E. M. Peake, daughter of Mr E. R. Peake of Naracoorte and there were four children by the marriage, three of whom survive. The funeral on Sunday was one of the largest seen in the town, and bore ample testimony to the respect and esteem felt for the deceased mariner. The Mayor, Council, and officials of the various public and government in institutions attended, as well as a large body of Freemasons and residents.
Family Tree managed by Mary Twyford Dingle on Geni website (from Perth, WA)
8-Eleanor Graham COLLARD was born on 12 Sep 1908 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia and died on 11 Sep 1975 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 66.
8-Douglas Graham COLLARD was born on 15 Apr 1910 in Exeter, South Australia, Australia, died on 3 Aug 1914 in Exeter, South Australia, Australia aged 4, and was buried in Cheltenham Cemetery.
8-William Edward Graham COLLARD was born on 21 Sep 1913 in Largs Bay, South Australia, Australia, died on 18 Apr 1984 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 70, and was buried on 24 Apr 1984 in Enfield Cemetery.
General Notes: Appeared in Magistrates Court on 7 Dec 1932 and charged with a breach of the Licencing Act at the Tavistock Hotel, Adelaide, Fined 1 pound and 15/- costs.
Next of Kin in World War 11, Mavis Collard
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Warehouseman in 1939-1941 in North Unley, South Australia, Australia.
• He served in the military Private SX8250, 2/4 Aust Ordnance Supply Coy on 6 Jul 1940-5 Mar 1943.
• He worked as a Commercial Traveller in 1943 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia.
William married Mavis Hilda READE, daughter of Harry Yorke Reade READE and Hulda Emma WUNDERSITZ. Mavis was born on 3 Oct 1913 in Minlation, South Australia, Australia, died on 21 Jul 1979 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 65, and was buried in Enfield Cemetery. They had three children: Richard Ian, Marcia Helen and Julie.
9-Richard Ian COLLARD was born on 15 May 1943.
Richard married Sherrie. They had two children: Simon and Trent Michael.
10-Simon COLLARD .
10-Trent Michael COLLARD was born in Dec 1974.
9-Marcia Helen COLLARD was born on 23 Aug 1947.
Marcia married Clive PEGLER. They had four children: Katie, Cristy, Simon Wayne and Natalie Jane.
10- Katie .
10- Cristy .
10-Simon Wayne PEGLER was born on 24 Jul 1970.
10-Natalie Jane PEGLER was born in Nov 1973.
9-Julie COLLARD was born on 4 Dec 1950.
Julie married William BISCHOFF on 30 Dec 1971. They had two children: Niki and Matthew John.
10- Niki .
10-Matthew John BISCHOFF was born on 7 Dec 1977 in Campbelltown, South Australia, Australia.
8-Dora Graham COLLARD was born on 6 Oct 1916 in Semaphore, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 5 Nov 1916, died on 11 Feb 2013 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia aged 96, and was buried in Karrakatta Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Comptometrist in 1939-1941 in North Unley, South Australia, Australia.
• She worked as a Clerk in 1942 in St Kilda, Victoria, Australia.
Dora married James Clyde DINGLE, son of Charles DINGLE and Leonora, on 20 Sep 1944 in Brighton, Victoria, Australia. James was born on 5 Jan 1912 in Old Kilpatrick, Dunbartonshire, Scotland and died on 24 Feb 1987 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 75. They had one son: John Graham.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lieutenant SX13921, 4 Watercraft Workshop Sect. AEME on 1 Aug 1941-5 Dec 1945.
9-John Graham DINGLE was born on 3 Jun 1945.
John married Mary Twyford SIPPE.
7-Cecilia Jessie Narcissa PEAKE was born on 7 Jan 1887 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 9 Oct 1889 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, and died on 8 Sep 1962 in Kew, Victoria, Australia aged 75.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Provisional Teacher in 1909-1914 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
• She resided at 56 McGregory Street in 1934-1954 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
Cecilia married Matthew SEARL, son of William Holmes SEARL and Mary Ann BLANCHARD, on 28 Dec 1914 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia. Matthew was born in 1887 in Terang, Victoria, Australia and died on 9 Jun 1934 in East Malvern, Victoria, Australia aged 47. They had two children: John Christian and Kenneth Robert.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Accountant in 1916-1928 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Beachport, Darling Road in 1916 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 56 McGregor Street in 1919-1928 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
8-John Christian SEARL was born on 22 Dec 1915 in Armadale, Victoria, Australia and died on 17 Sep 2002 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 86.
General Notes: http://www.searle-ons.com/index.htm
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military V72658, 23 Aug 1940-.
• He worked as a Draughtsman in 1949-1968 in Clifton Hills, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 9 Yarralea Street in 1949-1968 in Clifton Hills, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as an Engineer in 1977 in Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 32 Sevenoaks Avenue in 1977 in Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia.
John married Mary Kathleen WARREN in 1941 in Victoria. Mary died on 18 Feb 2008 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Teacher in 1977.
John next married Audrey Ruby. Audrey died on 2 Feb 1965 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. They had one son: Malcolm John.
General Notes: Married by 1949.
9-Malcolm John SEARL was born on 23 Apr 1946.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Television Technician in 1968 in Clifton Hills, Victoria, Australia.
8-Kenneth Robert SEARL was born on 31 Oct 1917 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia, died on 13 Sep 1999 in Melbourne, Victoria aged 81, and was buried in Springvale Cemetery.
General Notes: Kenneth's Obituary
SEARL. - Kenneth Robert, passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 13, 1999. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Jack and Mary, uncle of Malcolm and Carol, great uncle of Carmal, Anthony, Wendy and Evelyn.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Leading Coder 25537, HMAS Lonsdale, Royal Australian Navy on 27 Jun 1940-18 Feb 1946.
• He worked as a Clerk in 1942-1980 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 56 McGregor Street in 1942-1972 in Malvern, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at U4/47 Union Street in 1977 in Brighton East, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 2/96 Cole Street in 1980 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia.
Kenneth married Beatrice Lorraine STANLEY. Beatrice was born on 11 Feb 1923, died on 3 Jun 1993 in Melbourne, Victoria aged 70, and was buried in Springvale Cemetery. They had two children: Malcolm and Carol.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a LIbrarian in 1977-1980 in Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia.
9-Malcolm SEARL .
9-Carol SEARL .
7-Edward John PEAKE was born on 11 Jun 1890 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 5 Dec 1968 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 78, and was buried in Mitcham Cemetery.
General Notes: Member of the Centrals Cricket Team, Naracoorte in 1913. This team during 1913 Won 1, Lost 8 and Drew 3 matches.
1913 - Member of the Naracoorte Mutual Club (photo 'Naracoorte Herald' 14 Nov 1913)
Retired from South Australian Railways due to invalidity on a Superannuation Pension on 22 Aug 1951. Compulsorily Retired 10 Jun 1955.
Relieving Station Master, Midland System 17 Jan 1916
Station Master, Beachport 12 Aug 1918
Relieving Station Master, Naracoorte Division 16 Jul 1923
Station Master, Thevenard 18 Oct 1926
Station Master, Port Lincoln 10 Jun 1929
Station Master, Wallaroo 22 Jul 1935
Assistant Superintendent, Murray Bridge 13 Sep 1943
Border Watch, 23 Nov 1950
Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Peake left Mount Gambier yesterday to take up their residence at Mount Lofty near Adelaide. Mr. Peake, who had been in Mount Gambier for the past 14 years, was Assistant Superintendent of Railways in the South-East. Owing to ill-health, however, Mr. Peake had retired from the railway service. They decided to make their home near Adelaide to be near their daughter, Miss Pat Peake, when she returns from her present trip to England. Mr. Peake had been a member of the Rotary Club of Mount Gambier for some years.
Noted events in his life were:
• He was honoured for Justice of the Peace in South Australia.
• He worked as a Relieving Station Master, South Australian Railways 17 Jan 1916-.
• He worked as a Station Master, South Australian Railways 12 Aug 1918- in Beachport, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Relieving Station Master, South Australian Railways 16 Jul 1923- in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Station Master, South Australian Railways 18 Oct 1926- in Thevenard, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Station Master 10 Jun 1926- in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Station Master, South Australian Railways 22 Jul 1935- in Wallaroo, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as an Assistant Superintendent for South-East, South Australian Railways 12 Jan 1937-.
• He worked as an Assistant Superintendent, South Australian Railways 11 Oct 1937- in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as an Assistant Superintendent, South Australian Railways on 13 Sep 1943-22 Aug 1951 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
Edward married Alison Vera Bartlett SHANNON, daughter of William SHANNON and Amelia Emily Lydia Warren MURRAY, on 17 Feb 1916 in South Australia, Australia. Alison was born on 6 Feb 1891 in Towitta, South Australia, Australia, died on 15 May 1974 in Kingswood, South Australia, Australia aged 83, and was buried in Mitcham Cemetery. They had three children: William Shannon, Patricia and John Shannon.
General Notes: See A Mile of Shannon: Abraham of Moculta on the Duck Ponds, 1920-1875, by Margaret (Murray) Vowles, Frankston, Victoria, Oct 1990.
8-William Shannon PEAKE was born on 14 Sep 1917 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia, died on 17 May 1942 in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia aged 24, and was buried in Mitcham Cemetery, South Australia.
General Notes: Pilot Officer 416604 RAAF, enlisted 21 July 1941, died 17 May 1942 believed to be because he fell off a train travelling north at night, while seeking the toilet!
Border Watch, 23 June 1942
Pilot Officer W. S. Peake
Pilot Officer William Shannon Peake, whose death in tragic circumstances was recorded recently, was a son of Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Peake, of Mount Gambier, arid was a grandson of the late E. R Peake, an old resident of the Naracoorte district.
He was 24 years of age, and was born at Naracoorte in 1917. He at tended the primary schools at Beach port, Naracoorte, and Mount Gambier and completed his education at the Port Lincoln High School and Prince Alfred College.
The late Pilot Officer Peake was prominent in athletic circles, being a member of the Sturt, and Keswick and Wayville Tennis Clubs, and was a member of the team which won the A Grade pennant in 1940.
He also won the Eyre's Peninsula Junior Tennis Championship. He played football in the Amateur League and cricket in the Adelaide Turf Association with the Prince Alfred Old Collegians.
Prior to his enlistment he was employed in the Head Office of the Adelaide Steamship Company. He trained at Victor Harbor, Parafield, and Mallala, and gained his, commission early in May last. He was transferred to Sydney early in June, and met his death accidentally, whilst on his journey by rail to a Northern Area base.
At the time of his death he was engaged to 'Dougie' Grant, a nurse, possibly from Port Lincoln.
Noted events in his life were:
• He was educated at Prince Alfred College in Kent Town, South Australia, Australia.
• He served in the military Pilot Officer, 416604, 2nd Aircraft Depot, RAAF on 21 Jul 1941-18 May 1942.
8-Patricia PEAKE was born on 19 Aug 1920 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia, died on 16 Aug 1983 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 62, and was buried on 19 Aug 1983 in Centennial Park Crematorium.
General Notes: Pat Peake was a wireless operator with the RAAF. Initial training at Gawler and subsequently at Metung, Victoria. A number of photographs which include her, are held by the Australian War Memorial pictorial collection. (PO0806.010-2)
Player of Bowls and Croquet.
Noted events in her life were:
• She served in the military Aircraftwoman, 107198, Air Defence HQ, Melbourne, RAAF on 12 Oct 1942-10 Dec 1945.
• She worked as a Clerk in 1943 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia.
• She worked as a School Teacher in 1958 in Prahan, Victoria, Australia.
• She worked as a School Teacher in Ashford Special School.
Patricia married John James McCARTHY, son of Michael McCARTHY and Mary CASEY, on 5 May 1973 in Adelaide, South Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. John was born on 14 Jul 1889 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, died on 29 Jul 1974 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 85, and was buried in Centennial Park Cemetery. They had no children.
Marriage Notes: Location of divorce was Adelaide, South Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Civil Servant in 1939-1941 in Torrensville, South Australia, Australia.
Patricia next married Allan Jabez WELLS, son of Samuel Robert WELLS and Rosetta Emily CARTER. Allan was born on 29 Jan 1904 in Kilkenny, South Australia, Australia, died on 26 Jun 1990 in Croydon, South Australia, Australia aged 86, and was buried in Enfield Cemetery. They had no children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Labourer in 1934 in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Clerk in 1943-1963 in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as an Electrical Fitter in 1968 in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia.
8-John Shannon PEAKE was born on 6 Sep 1925 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 11 Dec 2004 in Brighton, South Australia, Australia aged 79, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Minda Home circa 1940-2004 in Brighton, South Australia, Australia.
• He was employed as a Process Worker, Bedford Industries in Pasadena, South Australia.
Edward next married Eliza Susannah DICKINS, daughter of Edward George DICKINS and Lucy Jane BROWN, on 20 Apr 1921 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Eliza was born on 11 Jul 1861 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 25 Aug 1928 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 67, and was buried on 27 Aug 1828 in Geelong Cemetery. They had no children.
6-Mary Hepzibah PEAKE was born on 11 May 1846 in St Helier, Jersey and died on 17 May 1862 at Sea aged 16.
General Notes: While she was buried at sea, her death was registered in the Victorian Registers.
6-Agnes Ann PEAKE was born on 24 Sep 1847 in St Helier, Jersey and died on 18 Sep 1851 in St Helier, Jersey aged 3.
6-Leonard William PEAKE was born on 12 Jul 1849 in St Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands, died on 8 Aug 1915 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 66, and was buried in Penola General Cemetery.
General Notes: SA Government Gazette
11 June 1885, p.2081 witness to application of Incorporation of Penola Pastoral, Agricultural & Horticultural Society;
22 Jul 1886
Leonard William Peake re-appointed by District Council of Penola as clerk, collector, dog registrar and curator of cemetery from 17 July 1886.
10 May 1888, p.1059 re-appointed Penola School Board of Advice;
14 Sep 1893, p.758 Secretary of Penola Fruit Preservation and Export Co. Ltd.;
30 May 189(4)5, p.1305 appointed Justice of the Peace;
11 May 1899, p.971 re-appointed Penola School Board of Advice.
20 Apr 1910 appointed member Mt Gambier Licencing Board
See 'Penola Historical Selections VI', Penola, 2003, for a full biography of Leonard William Peake and his family.
Travelled to England and Scotland with his wife on the Orotona, which arrived London 12 July 1908 and returned on the 'Ophir', (Orient Royal Mail) departed London 2 Oct 1908 and arrived at Port Adelaide on 9 Nov 1908.
Melbourne Argus,16 May 1906
DRIVING ACCIDENT.
CASTERTON. Tuesday-Mr. L. W. Peake, of Penola, was yesterday thrown from his conveyance, through his horse colliding with a telegraph post, He received a severe shock. A boy named Hector Wilson, who tried to stop the runaway vehicle, was thrown from his pony, and had his leg fractured just above the ankle.
Border Watch, 30 May 1908
FAREWELLING A COUNCIL CLERK
Mr. L. W. Peake, the veteran Clerk of the Penola District Council, accompanied by his wile, leaves Penola on Monday next on a five months' holiday trip to the old country. For over a quarter of a century Mr. Peake, in his capacity as Clerk and Surveyor, has fulfilled ably his duties as chief executive officer of one of the largest district councils in the South East, and has been a trustworthy guide and counselor to several generations of local legislators. During his long occupancy of the position he has served under many councillors but always with honor to himself and credit to the ratepayers. Throughout, his conduct of council's business has been characterised by the cardinal virtues of conscientiousness, thoroughness, and care, and such is the zeal and ability he has displayed in all matters appertaining to district council management that the Penola Council is, at the present time, regarded throughout the South-Last as a model council and its Clerk as a model clerk. Mr. Peake is certainly a veritable store house of knowledge on all matters relating to district council affairs and management and, to the seeker for information, the essence of willingness and courtesy. During his long period of service he has never applied for any extended leave of absence. When it became known, therefore, that he was anxious, in company with Mrs. Peake, to make a trip home the Council at once evinced their appreciation of his services by granting him the leave of absence he required. Mr. Peake's leave dates from the commencement of June, and, at the conclusion of the monthly meeting of the Council last Wednesday afternoon, the members and several ex-councilors, who had been invited to be present, took advantage of the opportunity to wish him and Mrs. Peake bon voyage, an enjoyable holiday, and a safe return.
The proceedings, which were marked by the happiest of feeling, took place in the Council Chamber. After cheques had been signed and the rough minutes read the board was cleared and light refreshments were brought in. The Chairman (Cr. J. Balnaves, J.P.) then rose, and, in the name of the Council, said that as this was the last meeting for five months that they would have Mr. Peake with them the councilors bad thought it would be a good idea to take advantage of the opportunity to say good-bye to him and to drink his health and that of Mrs. Peake. He had acted as Clerk of the Council for some 25 or 26 years and this would be his first holiday of any considerable length. He thought an present were agreed that Mr. Peake deserved it, and that they would all join with him in wishing both Mr. and Mrs. Peake an enjoyable holiday and a safe return to Penola. On behalf of his fellow councilors he had much pleasure in presenting him with a travelling rug, which he asked Mr. Peake to accept as a slight memento of the esteem in which he was held by the Council. The rug was made in South Australia and of South Australian wool, and they trusted it would serve him in good stead in his travels end assist to keep out the cold. The pattern on the rug, he asked the recipient to note, was the tartan of the Black Watch, and he understood that it was Cr. MacCorquindale's wish that Mr. Peake should, when he reached Scotland, don the kilts to match it. (Laughter and applause).
Cr. J. F. Gordon then rose and proposed the Clerk's health, and wished him bon voyage and a safe return. He thought the Penola Council were extremely fortunate in having such an excellent officer as Mr. Peake. He had sat at that table for nearly 20 years, and during the whole of that time he did not think any member had been able to find serious fault with the Clerk. He thought if they searched the whole of South Australia or the Commonwealth they would not find a better man than Mr. Peake. (Hear, hear) He said this advisedly because during the whole of his (Cr. Gordon's) long connection with the Penola Council neither the Council nor the auditors had had any fault to find with his books. Everything had been placed before them fairly and squarely, and they had never found the least discrepancy, either in his' accounts or in his verbal and written statements to the Council. In his position as Surveyor he had looked after the roads well, and the new roads constructed under his super vision were better than anything they had hitherto had in the district. Mr. Peake had also kept the Council well posted up in legal matters, and, in every way, had safeguarded the interests of the Council and the ratepayers. Speaking for himself he could say that Mr. Peake had given him sound advice during the time he had sat at the Council table, and had pointed out, from time to time many matters, which, if left unattended to, would have constituted grave injustices to various people and sections of the community. He respected both Mr. Peake and his family very much, and had much pleasure in wishing him a pleasant holiday and a safe return. He hoped that, if Mr. Peake travelled in his journeying north of the Tweed, as it was said he intended to, he would, when he set foot on Scottish soil, don the kilt and have his photo, taken and send them all a copy. (Laughter).
Mr. J. Darwent, ex-Chairman of the Council, said it afforded him much pleasure to join with his old colleagues in wishing the Clerk farewell. As a Councilor of nearly 25 years standing and their chairman for about 15 years, he felt competent to say something about Mr. Peake's worth. The chairman of a council and its clerk were, necessarily, brought into close touch over the ad ministration of the ratepayers' attain; and he could say with certainty that during the whole of their long term of service Mr. Peake's one aim had been to serve the interests of the District Council of Penola. Mr. Peake had in the early days, when the movement was initiated for the extension of the district councils in the South-East, played an important part, and had acted as the first secretary of the South-Eastern District Councils' Association. They had heard complaints at various times that he was overpaid, but he (the speaker) considered that, for the responsible work he had to do, he was not paid more than what was a fair and reasonable wage. He wished both Mr. and Mrs. Peake a pleasant holiday and a safe return. (Applause).
The toast was also supported by Crs. J. Boyce, Jas. Mack, W. Patterson, J. Davidson, D. Skene, D. MacCorquindale, and M. Geraghty, and by ex-Cr. D. MacKay. Mr. W. E. Plummer, Mr. J. D. Wilson, and the Press representatives present, and was drunk enthusiastically.
Mr. Peake, in responding, said he felt extremely honored, as the Clerk of such an important district as Penola, that the councilors should drink his health. He had to thank Cr. Gordon and the other speakers for the many kind things they had said about him, which he valued because he believed they represented their genuine opinions, and for the handsome rug they had presented him. He believed he could truthfully say that during his 28 years of service as their Clerk he had tried always to carry forth his duties honestly and conscientiously. The view he held was that the councilors were responsible to the ratepayers and that the clerk was responsible to the Council. (Hear, hear.) Holding to this opinion it had been his aim always to carry out the wishes of the Council. He had heard it said that as clerk he had often had too much to say at their meetings, but he felt he was safe in asserting that he had at no time tried to dictate to the Council. (Hear, hear.) As regarded the kilts, if he could borrow a set that would fit him when he reached Dundee, he would have his photo taken; and if he could get a Black Watch tartan to match the rug he would wear that, because it was a tartan he had great respect for. Cr. Geraghty suggested that Mr. Peake should borrow Rep. Livingston's kilts and have his photo taken before he left Australia. (Laughter) On behalf of his wife and himself Mr. Peake again thanked councilors for their expressions of goodwill, and said he hoped that on his return he would find them all in good health, and, if he might say so without going outside his station, that they would be all sitting around the Council board. Other toasts acknowledged were those of the Acting Clerk (Mr. C. Hills) and the Chairmen.
Border Watch, 18 Aug 1915
PENOLA.
(From our own Correspondent.)
August 14.
A special mooting o£ the District Council was held this afternoon, all the members being present. The Chairman (G. J. Darwent) said the meeting was called in connection with the decease of their late clerk, Mr. L. W. Peake, who served them faithfully and well for 35 years. No one can regret his death outside of his own family more than he did. Several councilors spoke sympathetically, and it was resolved that a letter be sent to Mrs. Peake and family, and that a record be placed on the minutes of the great appreciation of the council, and regret at his death. A letter was received from Mr. G. L. Dickson, of Maaoupe, suggesting that some public memorial of Mr. Peake's services to the district should be erected, and offering £5 5/ such a fund was established. It was decided to let the matter stand over till the next meeting of the council. The matter of the new occupant of the position was taken into consideration, and Mr. Lyle Peake (a son of the late occupant) was temporarily appointed pending the permanent filling of the position. A tender for stone spreading on the Comaum road was let to C. Ralston
Noted events in his life were:
• He immigrated Ship, 'Surrey" from London in 1852 to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Town Clerk, Penola District Council in 1880-1915 in Penola, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as an Auctioneer 1880- in Penola, South Australia, Australia.
• He travelled Ship, 'Ophir' from London to Fremantle on 5 Nov 1908.
Leonard married Ann Guthrie PETERS, daughter of William Forbes PETERS and Maria YOUNG, on 2 Jan 1871 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Ann was born on 5 Apr 1853 in Mains, Forfarshire, Scotland, died on 4 Jul 1928 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 75, and was buried in Penola General Cemetery. They had six children: Leonard William Robert, Albert Edward Henry, Alice Gertrude Young, Annie Christina Laura 'Eva', Archibald Thomas Lyle and Lyle Robert De Bruce.
General Notes: Border Watch, 10 July 1928
OBITUARY
MRS. L. W. PEAKE
The death of Mrs. Annie Guthrie Peake, widow of Mr. L. W. Peake, who was for 35 years district dork of Penola, has occurred at that town. Mrs. Peake was born at Castle Main, Dundee, Scotland, 75 years ago, and came to Australia with her parents (Mr. and Mrs. Peters) three years later. She spent her early days at Geelong, Victoria. For a short part of her early married life she was at Narracoorte, and went thence to Penola with her husband in 1880. Mrs. Peake took a prominent part in the social life and the progressive movements of the town for many years, and was a successful exhibitor at the shows, of which Mrs. Peake was secretary. She was president of the local branch of the Liberal Union for many years, and was one of the founders of the Ladies' Benevolent Society, of which she has been president for the last 23 years. Mrs. Peake was a persistent worker for St. Andrew's Presbyterian Clinch. Mr. Peake predeceased her many years ago. The family consists of two daughters and four sons.
7-Leonard William Robert PEAKE was born on 2 Oct 1871 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, was christened on 23 Mar 1872, died on 9 Sep 1945 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia aged 73, and was buried in Gosford Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk, South Australian Railways in 1894 in Goodwood, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Station Master, New South Wales Railways in 1899-1929 in Various Stations.
Leonard married Olive PEARCE, daughter of John C PEARCE and Sarah COLLINS, on 26 Jan 1894 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Olive was born on 15 Jun 1873 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia and died in ? Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Eugene Clifton and Gertrude Annie.
General Notes: Death of an Olive Peake in Perth in 1959, aged 85, which may be her.
8-Eugene Clifton PEAKE was born on 9 Aug 1894 in Goodwood, South Australia, Australia, died on 12 Feb 1927 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 32, and was buried in Melbourne Cemetery.
General Notes: Enlisted in Perth on 3rd & 31st May,1916 as Clifton Peake, with his next of kin shown as Gertrude Peake, his sister, as his parents were deceased. He was a farm hand. He was discharged on 21 Nov 1916 as being permanently unfit due to a fracture at the base of his skull and deafness in left ear. He had been admitted to hospital on the 1 July 1916 until 18 Sep 1916. On 1 July 1916 he was thrown from a horse and was admitted suffering from bleeding from left ear and concussion and has left deafness since then. He was unable to hear a watch ticking from 4 1/2 inches. Appears he initially received a pension of 3 pounds, reduced to 1 pound 10 shillings on 10 May 1917 and cancelled on 25 Oct 1917 as being employed on home service.
Died as a result of a factory accident, while working in a foundry. Inquest held into his death. Ref. 1030
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Farm Hand in 1916.
• He served in the military Private 872, 7/51st Battalion, AIF on 3 May 1916-21 Nov 1916.
• He worked as a Metal Polisher in 1926-1927 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Eugene married Kathleen O'KEEFE in 1926 in Carlton, Victoria, Australia.
8-Gertrude Annie PEAKE was born on 17 Sep 1896 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, died on 29 Sep 1942 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 46, and was buried in Penola Cemetery.
Gertrude married Harry Cuthbert LYNN, son of Daniel James LYNN and Emily Helena Theresa ROENNFELDT, on 28 Mar 1923 in Penola, South Australia, Australia. Harry was born on 26 Jun 1895 in Wallaroo Mines, South Australia, Australia and died on 27 Oct 1963 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia aged 68. They had three children: Daniel Lancelot, Leone Guthrie and Anne Gertrude.
General Notes: See Roennfeldt family history, page 68-9.
As Sergeant 628, 27th Battalion, during the attack on Pozieres Ridge of 4/5th August, 1916, he took charge of the first wave of the attack and performed his duties with success. He did good work on patrol and displayed gallantry and ability.
Recommended by GOC, 7th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Australian Division, for Distinguished Conduct Medal, 16th August, 1916. (London Gazette 26 Sep 1916, p. 9446, Commonwealth of Australia Gazette 14 Dec 1916, p.3388)
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military AIF, Sergeant, Lieutenant, 27th Battalion in 1915-1919 in France.
• He was honoured for Distinguised Conduct Medal (DCM) on 26 Sep 1916 in France.
• He worked as an Auctioneer in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
9-Daniel Lancelot LYNN was born on 15 Oct 1923 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military RAAF, 417499, 4th Embarkation Depot in 1942-1943 in Mitcham.
• He served in the military AIF, SX19308, 1st Aust Parachute Battalion in 1943-1946.
• He worked as a Stock Agent, Goldsborough Mort in 1954-1963 in Charleville, Queensland, Australia.
• He resided at 6 Frideswide Street in 1968-1977 in Goondiwindi, Queensland, Australia.
Daniel married Patricia Grace PHILLOTT. They had three children: Richard, Nicholas Harry and Michael James.
10-Richard LYNN was born on 3 Jun 1955 in Queensland, Australia.
10-Nicholas Harry LYNN was born on 1 Oct 1957 in Queensland, Australia.
10-Michael James LYNN was born on 12 Oct 1959 in Queensland, Australia.
9-Leone Guthrie LYNN was born on 31 Aug 1925 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia, died on 19 Apr 1937 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 11, and was buried in Penola Cemetery.
9-Anne Gertrude LYNN was born on 26 Feb 1933 in South Australia, Australia.
Anne married Neville Grant MARTIN. They had five children: Nicholas, Jeanette, Jennifer, Peter and Emily.
10-Nicholas MARTIN was born on 7 Nov 1957 in South Australia, Australia.
10-Jeanette MARTIN was born on 4 Feb 1959 in South Australia, Australia.
10-Jennifer MARTIN was born on 4 Feb 1959 in South Australia, Australia.
10-Peter MARTIN was born on 13 Jun 1961 in South Australia, Australia.
10-Emily MARTIN was born on 16 Jan 1968 in South Australia, Australia.
Emily had a relationship with Tom MORGAN. This couple did not marry. They had one daughter: Lucy Georgia.
Leonard married Rose Mary WHITING, daughter of John WHITING and Mary BRAY, on 3 Sep 1898 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Rose was born on 13 Nov 1880 in Spilsby, Lincolnshire, England, died on 7 Jan 1955 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia aged 74, and was buried in Gosford Cemetery. They had 11 children: Lyle Arthur, Lionel William, Viola Rose Mary, Harold Edward, Wilfred John, Daphne Elsie, Rose Muriel, Ronald Clive, Lenita Joyce, Melville William 'Billy' and Ross Bray.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will Proved on 30 Jul 1956 in New South Wales, Australia.
8-Lyle Arthur PEAKE was born on 30 Nov 1899 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, died on 29 Jan 1971 in Caringbah, New South Wales, Australia aged 71, and was buried in Point Clare Cemetery, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Signalman, New South Wales Railways in 1915-1960.
• He resided at 30 Main Street in Wallerawang, New South Wales, Australia.
Lyle married Vera Isabel Rigby THEW on 28 Jul 1921 in Manly, New South Wales, Australia. Vera was born on 13 Sep 1899 in Blackheath, New South Wales, Australia and died on 24 Apr 1987 in Maitland, New South Wales, Australia aged 87. They had six children: June Isabel, Nola Marie, Lenetta Joyce, Daphne Betty Viola, Francis Joan 'Sally' and Shirley.
9-June Isabel PEAKE was born on 17 Sep 1926 in Blackheath, New South Wales, Australia and died on 9 Dec 1982 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 56.
June married Keith John GILLESPIE on 4 Jul 1945 in Katoomba, New South Wales, Australia. Keith was born on 12 Jul 1928 in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia and died on 16 Apr 2008 in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia aged 79. They had eight children: Roger Leonard, Dennis Keith, Lyle Ronald, Bruce Wayne, Colleen June, Lance William, Kenneth John and Susanne Kay.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Railway Branch Control, New South Wales Railways in Orange, New South Wales, Australia.
10-Roger Leonard GILLESPIE was born on 16 Feb 1946 in Katoomba, New South Wales, Australia and died on 27 Aug 1967 in Eungulla, Queensland, Australia aged 21.
Roger married Gwendolyn Jean FIELD on 18 Jan 1966 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia. Gwendolyn was born on 29 Jan 1950. They had one daughter: Wendy Gwendolyn.
10-Dennis Keith GILLESPIE was born on 14 Jun 1948 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia.
Dennis married Mary Mashell MAIR on 28 Apr 1973 in New South Wales, Australia. They had two children: Scott Bradley and Christopher Stewart.
Dennis next married Beverley Jean HISCOCK on 2 Oct 1982 in New South Wales, Australia. Beverley was born on 13 Jul 1950.
10-Lyle Ronald GILLESPIE was born on 31 Aug 1949 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia and died on 3 Sep 1971 in Lithgow, New South Wales, Australia aged 22.
10-Bruce Wayne GILLESPIE was born on 18 Dec 1951 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Taxi Driver.
Bruce married Julie PATTERSON on 18 Dec 1971 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. They had two children: Wendy Lee and Warren.
Bruce next married Jan. Marriage status: common law. They had one son: Kelly.
10-Colleen June GILLESPIE was born on 25 Dec 1953 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia.
Colleen married Cecil William HOMER on 27 Oct 1972 in Bourke, New South Wales, Australia. Cecil was born on 1 Jul 1954 in Coonamble, New South Wales, Australia. They had four children: Darren Edward, Cherrie Ann, Monique June and Lee Jay.
10-Lance William GILLESPIE was born on 23 Apr 1955 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Truck Driver, New South Wales Railways.
Lance married Cheryl BOURKE on 20 Dec 1975 in Wallweawang, New South Wales, Australia. Cheryl was born on 18 Nov 1957 in Lithgow, New South Wales, Australia. They had two children: Shona Lee and Luke.
10-Kenneth John GILLESPIE was born on 2 Apr 1957 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia.
Kenneth married Debra SAWYER. They had one son: Michael.
Kenneth next married Wendy BUTLER. They had one daughter: Tracy Marie.
10-Susanne Kay GILLESPIE was born on 21 Aug 1959 in Lithgow, New South Wales, Australia.
Susanne married Michael John GRIFFITHS on 18 Nov 1978 in Hurstville, New South Wales, Australia. Michael was born on 28 Feb 1968 in Portland, New South Wales, Australia. They had two children: Nathan Micheal and Grant John.
9-Nola Marie PEAKE was born on 1 Jun 1929 in New South Wales, Australia.
Nola married Keith DIBBEN on 7 Jan 1950 in New South Wales, Australia. Keith was born on 17 Feb 1929. They had six children: Carol Rose, Noel Charles, Leonard Keith, Diane Marie, Janett and Allison.
10-Carol Rose DIBBEN was born on 12 Sep 1951 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia.
Carol married Clifford WALL on 12 Oct 1972. Clifford was born on 14 Aug 1951. They had two children: Peter Clifford and Sylvia Carol.
10-Noel Charles DIBBEN was born on 18 Feb 1953 in New South Wales, Australia.
Noel married Valerie Anne BUTLER on 2 Mar 1974. Valerie was born on 1 Apr 1955. They had four children: Trissa Lindell, Michelle Anne, Rachell Gaye and Cristy Lee.
10-Leonard Keith DIBBEN was born on 18 Jun 1954 in New South Wales, Australia.
Leonard married Wendy LOUSIE on 2 Jan 1982 in Wauchope, New South Wales, Australia. Wendy was born on 14 Nov 1962 in Wauchope, New South Wales, Australia. They had two children: Kiralee and Kylie Renee.
10-Diane Marie DIBBEN was born on 21 Aug 1955 in New South Wales, Australia.
Diane married Wayne COOK on 14 Dec 1974 in Wauchope, New South Wales, Australia. They had four children: Joanne Marie, Nicola, Jason Wayne and Jamie Lyle.
10-Janett DIBBEN was born on 12 Dec 1962 in New South Wales, Australia.
Janett married Kenneth Martin CAMPBELL on 21 Feb 1981 in New South Wales, Australia. Kenneth was born on 2 Dec 1962 in New South Wales, Australia. They had three children: Aron, David Keith William and Damimen.
10-Allison DIBBEN was born on 20 Apr 1972 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Lenetta Joyce PEAKE was born on 29 Aug 1930 in Blackheath, New South Wales, Australia.
Lenetta married Kevin HALL on 23 Jan 1955 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia. They had two children: Deborah Gay and Ian David Thomson.
10-Deborah Gay HALL was born on 14 Feb 1956 in New South Wales, Australia.
Deborah married Michael LANE. They had no children.
Deborah next married Kevin RUSSELL. Kevin was born on 9 Aug.
10-Ian David Thomson HALL was born on 12 May 1958 in New South Wales, Australia.
Ian married Kerry SOUTER. Kerry was born on 28 Dec 1958. They had three children: Casey Gay, Sarah Jane and (No Given Name).
9-Daphne Betty Viola PEAKE was born on 15 Feb 1932 in Blackheath, New South Wales, Australia.
Daphne married Harold Leonard COOPER on 4 Jan 1950 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia. They had three children: Belinda Gay, Lenita Joy and Fiona.
10-Belinda Gay COOPER was born on 20 Nov 1960 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia.
Belinda married Ricky Fredrekco WHITE on 26 Feb 1983 in New South Wales, Australia. They had one daughter: Taneka Lee Elonare.
10-Lenita Joy COOPER was born on 23 Oct 1962 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia.
Lenita married Greg Francis STEPHENSON on 4 Dec 1982 in New South Wales, Australia. Greg was born on 9 Jun 1958. They had two children: Matthew Leonard and Emma Jade.
10-Fiona COOPER was born on 4 Aug 1967 in New South Wales, Australia.
9-Francis Joan 'Sally' PEAKE was born on 18 Nov 1935 in Mt Victoria, New South Wales, Australia.
Francis married Dudley George ALBERT on 4 Jan 1958 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia. Dudley was born on 5 Oct 1929. They had four children: Valerie Joan, Derrick John, Stephen and (No Given Name).
10-Valerie Joan ALBERT was born on 29 Aug 1959 in New South Wales, Australia.
Valerie married Terry SCILIFLET on 31 Oct 1987 in New South Wales, Australia. Terry was born on 29 Sep 1962.
10-Derrick John ALBERT was born on 31 Aug 1964 in New South Wales, Australia.
Derrick married Pam FITLAR on 18 Oct 1986 in New South Wales, Australia. They had one son: Bradley Albert.
10-Stephen ALBERT was born on 29 Jan 1965 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-ALBERT was born on 5 Mar 1968 in New South Wales, Australia and died in 1968 in New South Wales, Australia.
9-Shirley PEAKE was born on 29 Jul 1940 in New South Wales, Australia.
Shirley married Vernon Henry MADDOCKS on 20 Jul 1968 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia. They had three children: Sally Anne, Joanne and Karen.
10-Sally Anne MADDOCKS was born on 26 Jan 1969 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Joanne MADDOCKS was born on 2 Jun 1971 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Karen MADDOCKS was born on 28 Jan 1976.
8-Lionel William PEAKE was born on 21 Jul 1901 in New South Wales, Australia and died on 16 Sep 1906 in Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia aged 5.
8-Viola Rose Mary PEAKE was born on 9 Mar 1903 in New South Wales, Australia and died on 13 Jul 1977 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 74.
Viola married Charles Crawford MITCHELL in 1942 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Charles was born in 1891 and died on 3 May 1946 in Bronte, New South Wales aged 55. They had one daughter: Viola.
9-Viola MITCHELL was born on 18 Jun 1942 in New South Wales, Australia and died on 28 Jul 2009 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 67.
Viola married Henry G RICHTER. They had three children: Adrienne Viola, Danielle Jacoba and Nicole Charlene.
10-Adrienne Viola RICHTER was born on 30 Apr 1971 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Danielle Jacoba RICHTER was born on 12 Aug 1973 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Nicole Charlene RICHTER was born on 8 Jan 1977 in New South Wales, Australia.
8-Harold Edward PEAKE was born on 14 Oct 1905 in New South Wales, Australia and died on 16 Aug 1987 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 81.
Harold married Jessie May THOMPSON in 1930 in Mittagong, New South Wales, Australia. Jessie was born in 1900 and died on 3 Feb 1981 in North Shore, New South Wales, Australia aged 81. They had five children: Rose Mary, Margaret, Clifford, Lionel and Pauline.
9-Rose Mary PEAKE was born on 3 Nov 1932.
9-Margaret PEAKE was born on 18 Apr 1935.
9-Clifford PEAKE was born on 10 May 1937.
9-Lionel PEAKE was born on 25 Feb 1939 in New South Wales, Australia.
9-Pauline PEAKE was born on 10 Mar 1942.
8-Wilfred John PEAKE was born on 18 Mar 1907 in New South Wales, Australia and died in 1996 in New South Wales, Australia aged 89.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Telegraph Messenger, 15 Aug 1922- in Blackheath, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at Gertrude Street in 1930 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Railway Porter in 1936 in Lewisham, New South Wales.
• He resided at 24 Wardell Road in 1936 in Lewisham, New South Wales.
• He worked as a Clerk in 1943 in Enfield, New South Wales.
• He resided at 48 Minna Street in 1943 in Enfield, New South Wales.
• He resided at 60 Tintern Avenue in 1958 in Dundas, New South Wales.
• He resided at 8/10 St George Parade in 1977 in Hurstville, New South Wales, Australia.
Wilfred married Edith DAVIDSON, daughter of Alexander Heslop DAVIDSON and Mary MANN, in 1935 in Ryde, New South Wales, Australia. Edith was born on 18 Oct 1910 in New South Wales, Australia and died on 29 Sep 2007 in Canterbury, New South Wales, Australia aged 96. They had one son: John Barry.
9-John Barry PEAKE was born on 26 Mar 1937 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Photographer.
8-Daphne Elsie PEAKE was born on 24 Jul 1909 in New South Wales, Australia, died on 26 Aug 1953 in Gosford, New South Wales, Australia aged 44, and was buried in Gosford Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She had an estate probated Will Proved on 2 Apr 1954 in New South Wales, Australia.
8-Rose Muriel PEAKE was born on 25 Nov 1911 in Gunning, New South Wales, Australia and died on 12 Jun 2015 in Ulladulla, New South Wales, Australia aged 103.
Rose married Lance LARKIN in 1935 in Katoomba, New South Wales, Australia. Lance was born in 1908 in Mount Victoria, New South Wales, Australia and died on 10 Nov 1985 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 77. They had three children: Valerie, Mary and Maureen.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Supervisor, Boiler Maker Apprentices, New South Wales Railways.
• He resided at 79 Loftus Avenue in Loftus, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Valerie LARKIN was born on 9 Jul 1936 in New South Wales, Australia and died on 29 Jul 1943 in New South Wales, Australia aged 7.
9-Mary LARKIN was born on 8 Apr 1938 in New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher.
Mary married Barry Charles PARSONS. They had four children: Clifford, Anthony, Simon and Valerie Naomi.
10-Clifford PARSONS was born on 16 Jun 1964 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Anthony PARSONS was born on 10 May 1967 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Simon PARSONS was born on 18 Nov 1968 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Valerie Naomi PARSONS was born on 4 Nov 1972 in New South Wales, Australia.
Valerie married someone Michael McKINNON.
9-Maureen LARKIN was born on 16 Apr 1942 in New South Wales, Australia.
Maureen married Colin Patrick NICHOLLS. They had four children: Matthew Patrick Lance, Katrina Rosemary, Annaliese Maree and Elicia Louise.
10-Matthew Patrick Lance NICHOLLS was born on 17 Sep 1973 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Katrina Rosemary NICHOLLS was born on 8 Jun 1975 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Annaliese Maree NICHOLLS was born on 18 Feb 1977 in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Elicia Louise NICHOLLS was born on 11 Dec 1979 in New South Wales, Australia.
8-Ronald Clive PEAKE was born on 23 Aug 1914 in New South Wales, Australia, died on 7 May 1964 in Jannali, New South Wales, Australia aged 49, and was buried in Palmdale Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He had an estate probated Will Proved on 9 Nov 1964 in New South Wales, Australia.
Ronald married Else May LAZENBY in 1941 in Petersham, New South Wales, Australia. Else died on 1 Apr 1988 in New South Wales, Australia and was buried in Palmdale Cemetery. They had two children: Robyn and Trevor M.
9-Robyn PEAKE was born on 11 Oct 1943.
Robyn married Geoffrey VAN EDEN. They had three children: Scott, Jason and Derrick.
10-Scott VAN EDEN was born in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Jason VAN EDEN was born in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Derrick VAN EDEN was born in New South Wales, Australia.
9-Trevor M PEAKE was born on 2 Oct 1946.
Trevor married Lesley M SHUTE. They had one daughter: Kylie Michelle.
10-Kylie Michelle PEAKE was born on 8 Oct 1973.
8-Lenita Joyce PEAKE was born on 8 Dec 1916 in New South Wales, Australia, died on 11 Dec 1916 in New South Wales, Australia, and was buried on 13 Dec 1916 in Blackheath Cemetery.
8-Melville William 'Billy' PEAKE was born on 25 Jun 1918 in New South Wales, Australia.
Melville married Beryl May HANLON in 1942 in Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia. They had four children: Beryl Lavinia, Lynette, Leonard William John and Faye Doreen.
9-Beryl Lavinia PEAKE was born on 7 Apr 1943.
Beryl married Mark CUMMINS. They had two children: Andrew Stuart and Sharon Michelle.
10-Andrew Stuart CUMMINS was born in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Sharon Michelle CUMMINS .
9-Lynette PEAKE was born on 10 May 1945 in New South Wales, Australia.
Lynette married Kevin McDONALD. They had two children: Jennifer and Kim.
10-Jennifer McDONALD was born in New South Wales, Australia.
10-Kim McDONALD was born in New South Wales, Australia.
9-Leonard William John PEAKE was born on 7 Jan 1947 in New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Butcher in 1980 in Budgewoi, New South Wales.
Leonard married Leonie Jean GIBBS on 26 Sep 1970. They had four children: Janine Maschelle, David John, Heather Maree and Danielle Joseph.
10-Janine Maschelle PEAKE was born on 22 Aug 1971.
Janine married GEORGE. They had one son: Jay Jeremy.
10-David John PEAKE was born on 1 Sep 1973.
10-Heather Maree PEAKE .
10-Danielle Joseph PEAKE was born on 24 Nov 1984.
9-Faye Doreen PEAKE was born on 25 Jun 1949.
Faye married Colin CARTLEDGE. They had two children: Tony Paul and Samantha.
10-Tony Paul CARTLEDGE .
10-Samantha CARTLEDGE .
8-Ross Bray PEAKE was born on 7 Jan 1921 in Blackheath, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Craftsman NX120510 (N151429), AIF on 10 Oct 1942-3 Dec 1945 in 10 Base Warships (Darwin).
Ross married Florence Joan Brabyn TAYLOR in 1945 in Maitland East, New South Wales, Australia. They had three children: Jane, Robert and Anthony.
9-Jane PEAKE was born on 31 Jan 1949.
9-Robert PEAKE was born on 2 Sep 1952.
9-Anthony PEAKE was born on 13 Jan 1959.
7-Albert Edward Henry PEAKE was born on 22 Nov 1873 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, was christened on 15 May 1882 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 22 Mar 1941 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 67, and was buried on 23 Mar 1941 in North Road Cemetery.
General Notes: Enlisted for South African (Boer) War. See copy of letter published in the 'Border Watch' of 31 July 1901.
Border Watch, 11 May 1901
AUSTRALIAN SOLDIERS IN SOUTH AFRICA. WITH THE FIFTH CONTINGENT.
The following is an extract from a letter received by his father from Corporal-saddler Peake, of Penola.
Kroonstadt, April 1.
"I wrote and posted a letter to you at Port Elizabeth, when I think I gave you all the news up to date. We landed at Port Elizabeth on March 28, and expected to stay there for a week at least, but we were surprised when we got the order that we were to take the train the same night for the frost. We landed at 11 o'clock a m. and were not al< lowed off the jetty, but were kept locked up (at least the gates were looked), and all the tucker that they gave us was four biscuits, which were as hard as nails, At about 4 o'clock p m., the ladies of the town brought us some cake, fruit, and soft drinks, which was very good of them, and was appreciated very much by the troops. I made myself very handy to the young ladies, carrying round the cake, etc. At 3 p.m. we were marched to the railway station, where wo were again thankful to the ladies, for this time they gave us cakes and coffee, which we soon put away, for we were pretty hungry, I can tell you. We left the station and steamed up the line, and saw lots of places where the Boers had blown up the line, burned homes, bridges, &. on Sunday, March 24, after we had passed Cookhouse we got orders to load our rifles and be ready, as it was expected that we would be attacked, but we did not see any signs of the enemy, although they were about, as they had a brush with some of the Tommies, and some were captured, but none were killed. On Saturday we passed through Witmoss, where we got some prisoners; and on to Cradoch, at which place we arrived at 4.45 p.m., and fed and watered the horses. Cradoch is a very pretty place, and was in a great state of excitement when we got there, for news had just been brought into town that 25 guards, who had been out patrolling, were surrounded by 200 Boers, on a kopje about 5 miles out of the town. Our chaps wanted to go out for a skirmish, but they would not let us, as we had no saddles and would have had to ride bareback. Our saddles were in a train coming on behind. After leaving Cradoch we came to Fish River, but did not see much of the place, as it was dark. I got some ostrich feathers from the niggers, but I suppose I will lose them before I have a chance to send them home. Left Fish River, and Naauwpoort was the next place we came to I saw Robert Bealey there (brother of the chap who was at Penola), He is in the post and telegraph department. Passed through Rensburg and Coles Kop, where Lieutenant Powell was killed. Some of the chaps who were over here before pointed out the place to me, about four miles away. We arrived at Colesburg (which is at the foot of Coles Kop), fed and watered our horses, also ourselves, and then passed on to Norval's Pont, where we stayed about five minutes; but that was long enough for us to commandeer five crates of pine-apples, which went down very well after being fed on biscuits and very little coffee for two days. We crossed the Orange River, and on to Springsfontein and Bloomsfontein, but we could not see much of the latter place, as it was dark when we got there, and we left at day- light in the morning, After leaving Bloemfontein, we passed on to Kroonstad, where we heard we were to camp for a week, and we were not sorry to have a spell after travelling four days and nights with loaded rifles and a hundred cartridges on our backs. All the way we saw places where the Beers had burned trains, bridges, and houses; and at every bridge, the British have now got guards and sentries. From Cradoch to Kroonstad we were led by an armoured train, as it was expected we would be attacked some-where along the line; but as luck would have it, we were left alone. I can understand now why it is that they could not get the Boers under before, as in some places there is not a plain for miles, nothing but hills covered with huge rocks and prickly pears. Some places we came across plains for a couple of miles, then hills for dozens of miles - hills that I cannot describe, and you cannot form any idea of. There is a great scarcity of trees in this part of the country. I have not seen a tree as large as the smallest almond tree in our orchard since we left Port Elizabeth. In fact, I have not seen 50 trees altogether.
At the place where we are camped we have to get the wood carted from a kopje some mile away, and then it is only brush, and green at that. We are camped on a hill about a mile and a half from the town, and about 200 yards from the River Clip, which is very good, as we have a swim every evening and can wash our clothes easily. We have tents made of blankets, two single blankets to a tent, and two men to a tent. The climate here is very much like that of Penola, but it changes more quickly. Sometimes it is very hot and fine, but in half an hour it is raining cats and dogs. Then again, the nights are very cold, just like it is when you have a frost at Penola. We have some fun sometimes going round the farms. I was out yesterday, and commandeered a Boer pony, and again to-day I was out and got two pigs and three sheep, I am going out to-night to a fowl roost that we saw yesterday, and where we saw some fine fowls.
April 2.
I was out last night, and got some fowls and goats. The fowls we had for dinner to-day. For breakfast I had pork chops. I got three more ponies to-day, but gave them all away. I have one now, about 18.8 hands high, and about as thick set as a draught horse, a real clinker. There are thousands of horses, cattle, and sheep about waiting to be taken. General Bethune's column has just come into town, and they are camped about 80 yards from our lines, there are about seven hundred men, and some thousands of horses, cattle, and sheep, to say nothing of mules, with them. De Lisle's force is coming in in two or three days, and I hear that we are going to join it, so I suppose it will not be long before we make a move. As Bethune's men were coming here they had a go with the enemy about four miles from our camp. They had a lieutenant and a sergeant killed, and they will be buried on the hill just behind us to-day.
April 8.
We had one of our sergeants drowned to-day. He had been out with some of our fellows, and although they chased some Boers they did not get a shot. They were returning home with some pigs and horses that they had commandeered. When coming to the river, which had risen owing to the rain last night, he tried to cross the ford, but his horse was washed off its feet, and we have not been able to find him, although we have searched the river for miles. So far as I am concerned I am in good health, and my arm, which has been very bad with a carbuncle, will be all right in a few days. You will have heard before this that I have been made corporal-saddler since leaving Adelaide, and I have nine assistant tradesmen; but so far we have bad very little to do in the saddlery line, but expect a rush of work soon. There has been some sniping going on around us to- day, as we can hear the rifle reports and some- times the big guns. Well, I think I have given you all the news up to date. Give my kind regards to all friends.
Border Watch, 31 July 1901
AUSTRALIAN SOLDIERS AT THE FRONT.
The following extract from a letter from Corporal Saddler A E H. Peake, of the Filth Contingent, I.B.C. to his friends in Penola, will be of interest to some of our reader:-
Tafel Copje, May 9,
As I have time, and I think I will be able to post it, I will give you a rough sketch of our proceedings since I last wrote, which I think was at Bloomhoff or Howell's Farm on April 22, After leaving I here we marched to De Wet's farm, and during our stay there a wood party had a pretty warm time. About a dozen of our chaps went out iu a cart to see if they could find some wood, and when they had got about a mile away about 40 Boers came from behind a kopje, and they (the wood party) just managed to get back to camp by the skin of their eye- brows, with the loss of one mule, which was shot. At the same place we stayed two or three days. We collected a lot of sheep, cattle, horses, goats, mules, and donkeys, besides a lot of refugees, which we took into Bevedefort Junction, where there is a large camp. It being late when we arrived at the station we had to camp for the night, and as we expected to get back to the main camp when we started we left our tucker and blankets behind, so we did not feel too well. After having a look around some of us came across about 200 loaves of bread on the railway platform. As we had not had any tucker since morning we were pretty hungry, and as we only see bread about once a month, we took three loaves each and made back to the place where we were camped, which was in a yard at the back of a store belonging to a Jew. During our absence some of the others had managed to get a bucket and some sugar, but no tea, so we had to bounce some out of the storekeeper. The next thing to look for was some wood, and this was soon found by using some of the boards off the back of the shop. Then a tuck in of bread and tea, After having tea we prepared for bed, the said bed being the earth for a mattress and the stars for blankets, with our saddles for pillows, It was not very cold in the morning, I can tell you? The frost sticking all over us, not a bit cold? The frost in this country is not ice, but very near it. Another day we were out, and had a bit of a scrap, during which I lost my best man, who was shot in the leg, and has not been of any use to me since. Another chap (S.A.) was shot in the arm near the shoulder and had to have his arm taken off at the shoulder, and we have since heard that the poor fellow is dead. After leaving the last named place we marched, fighting as we went, until we reached Frankfort, a deserted town. I had a good look around the town, and saw some splendid furniture, including pianos, organs, &c,, and think it a great pity that so much valuable stuff should be broken and burned as it is in most cases. There are about seven churches in the town, and they are got up in good style, I got a hymn book and bible in one, and if I can keep them I will take them home. They are in Dutch. The day after leaving Frankfort we arrived at Tafel Copje, where we stayed two days, and had a pretty rough time, We were called out both nights after we had gone to bed, as the Boers were firing on the camp; but they "did a git" before we could have a good shot at them, so we did not get any of them, and the only damage they did was to put a bullet through the tent the general was sleeping in. The general and the officers sleep in tents, but we poor beggars have to make the best of things and coil in our blankets, and think of feather beds, and shiver until we are called up. We never know when we go to bed, what time we are going to get the order to saddle up and pack our things behind our saddles. So we have to be always ready to go out at 15 minutes notice. During the first day of our stay at Tafel Copje one of our Quarter-Master Sergeants, who went to get some mules that were about half a mile from the wagons, was shot and buried, the first South Australian that we have had to follow to his last home. The next day we were all out, and had a skirmish, I think that we knocked over something like 15 of them, and they got two of us.
I had a warm time for about half an hour, I was in charge of the rear guard of our troops - three other corporals and a trooper when we were making back for the camp. The enemy, about 100 in number, came from a kopje, and at about 500 yards poured their bullets at us. At we were about half a mile behind we would have been in a nice pickle had not the troops galloped back to our aid, and even then the whole lot of us would have got fits if they had not sent a 15-pounder to help us. The end turned out all right. Out of the five of us we had three horses shot. One chap got a bullet through his overcoat and one through his bridle reins: and this "darkie" came out without a scratch. After leaving Tafel Copje we marched through the country for some time until we arrived at Harrissmith, which is a very nice place. There are some very fine buildings there, and some fine squares planted with trees. After leaving Harrissmith we came in due time to Vrede, a deserted town. There are some fine houses, churches, etc. here also, We, that is to say the men I am with, had a house with a fine piano and organ in the front room, and as some of the chaps play we had some good fun, We stayed there three days, and are now traveling to goodness knows where,"
June 9
When the Sixth Contingent joined us I expected to see some chaps that I knew, but the only ones that I know are McNamara (from Mount Gambier) and Shephard, that used to be with Mr. McKeand, who looked me up the evening that he arrived. I am still in good health, as you can guess when I tell you I am 2 stone 7 lbs, heavier than when I left Adelaide. I am still corporal-saddler, and have now got McNamara, who is saddler (of the 6th, with me) so I have good times. They gave me a Cape cart (a dog cart with a pole and hood) and two ponies, with a nigger to drive and cook for me. But I soon got rid of the lot, as I could not stand sitting in a cart all day and dining by myself at night, After getting rid of the turnout I went to mess with the Quarter-Master and Sergeant-Major of our troop, who had been at me for some time to live with them, so that I live pretty well. Two or three days ago one of the Mount boys was shot by one of the sergeants by accident. He thinking he was a Boer, shot him at fifty yards. Nearly every day there is one or two either wounded or killed, but as we do not know them sometimes we do not hear of their loss for a day or two. I have given you all the news up to the present, so if you will remember me to all enquiring friends I will close."
1 Oct 1912 Appointed Secretary of the Penola Racing Club, pro tem and was still secretary in 1913 as well as Treasurer.
Enlisted in the AIF for the First World War. Embarked from Melbourne on board Transport A67 Orsova on 12 Nov 1915. Served in the Middle East, largely Egypt, with the 8th Mobile Veterinary (Remount) Unit, but believed to be attached to the 9th Light Horse Regiment. Returned to Australia on 18 Feb 1918.
Saddler at Penola, probably until 1920, when he secured a position in the State civil service, probably with assistance of his uncle, A H Peake, Premier of SA, at the time.
Appointed to Hydraulic Engineer's Dept, Adelaide, on 29 March 1920, at salary of 300 pounds pa, 1926 324 pounds pa, Clerk in 1928 at 324 pounds pa, 1934 280 pounds pa (by now Engineering and Water Supply Dept.), 1938 Clerk Police Dept at 297/15/6 pa. Probably retired same year at age of 65 years
Border Watch, 25 Mar 1941
Mr. A. E. H. Peake, an old and respected former resident of the Lower South-East, passed away in Adelaide on Friday last after a short illness.
Mr. Peake was the elder son of the, late Mr. L. W. and Mrs. Peake, of Penola. He served his apprenticeship to the saddlery business with the late Mr. Donald McLeod at Naracoorte, and later conducted a business on his own account at Penola. He was well known in sporting circles. He played football for the Penola team, was for a time Captain of the local -Rifle Club, a past Chief of the Robbie Burns Society, and Secretary of the Penola Racing Club.
In 1900 he went to the Boer War with the 5th Contingent as a sergeant saddler, and in 1915 went to the Great War in the Army Remount unit.
On his repatriation he joined the Civil Service in Adelaide, and served in turn in the Education, Water Works, and Police Departments, from which he retired two years ago. Of recent years he interested himself in the Oddfellows' Lodge, Manchester Unity, of which he was a Director and Past Provincial Grand Master. He was also a member of the Moslyn Masonic Lodge.
A tribute to his memory was paid at his funeral by a large number of his former associates, which included civil servants, South African veterans, A.I.F., and Lodge members. He leaves a widow and one daughter.
North Road Cemetery, Path 34 North. Lease 3755 expires 23 July 2024. Lease treansferred to A G Peake on 30 Aug 2019
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Sergeant Saddler 484, 5th Imperial Bushmen Contingent in 1900-1901 in South Africa.
• He served in the military Trooper, 8th Mobile Veterinary Service Unit, 3rd Division, AIF in 1915-1918 in Middle East.
• He worked as a Saddler To 1920 in Penola, South Australia, Australia.
• He had a residence in 1920-1941 in 47 Milner St., Prospect.
• He worked as a Collector, Hydraulic Engineer's Dept. On 29 Mar 1920-1928 in Adelaide.
• He worked as a Clerk, Hydraulic Engineer's Dept. In 1928-1937 in Adelaide.
• He worked as a Clerk, Police Department in 1938.
Albert married Mona Annie KINLEY, daughter of William Henry KINLEY and Charlotte Elizabeth SKILLICORN, on 14 Nov 1911 in South Australia, Australia. Mona was born on 25 Jan 1886 in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Australia, died on 21 Jul 1925 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 39, and was buried on 23 Jul 1925 in North Road Cemetery. They had two children: Mona Kinley and Annie Elizabeth 'Nancy'.
General Notes: Border Watch, 5 Jan 1910
January 3.
PENOLA. (From our own Correspondent)
January 1.
Miss Mona Kinley, the eldest daughter of Captain Kinley, met with a nasty accident last evening. She had driven her sisters into the evening train, and was returning home by herself when the pony she was driving shied suddenly, and threw her out of the trap on to the road. The Misses MacKay, who were passing, picked her up unconscious, and took her home. She was severely bruised and shaken, but is progressing satisfactorily.
Register, 22 July 1925
PEAKE (nee Mona Kinley). On the 21st July at her residence (suddenly), Mona, beloved wife of A. E. H. Peake and sister of Mrs. Norcock and Mrs. Lee.
PEAKE. On the 21st July, Mona A., the dearly beloved wife of Albert Peake, Milner street, Prospect, aged 38 years.
8-Mona Kinley PEAKE was born on 13 Jan 1912 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 29 Feb 1912, died on 22 Jun 1963 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 51, and was buried on 25 Jun 1963 in North Road Cemetery.
General Notes: Passed with Credit 'Nurses Cookery' at the School of Mines in Sept. 1930.
Passed final examinations of the Nurses Board of SA in Nov. 1933 at the Wakefield Street Private Hospital.
Advertiser, 16 Nov 1936
Engagement Announced
The engagement has been announced of Mona Kinley, elder daughter of Mr. A.E.H. Peake, of Milner street. Prospect, to Lancelot William, only son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Barr Scott, of Woodland. Kersbrook.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Registered Nurse, Wakefield Street Private Hospital 1933- in Adelaide, South Australia.
Mona married Lancelot William BARR-SCOTT, son of William Barr SCOTT and Violet Ellen TREGILGAS, on 14 Aug 1937 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Lancelot was born on 3 Apr 1911 in Kersbrook, South Australia, Australia, died on 19 Dec 1968 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 57, and was buried in Centennial Park. They had three children: Mary, William Edward and Robert Barr.
General Notes: Advertiser, 5 Apr 1910
LAW COURTS.
SUPREME COURT-CIVIL SITTINGS.
Monday. April 4.
(Refore his Honor Mr. Justice Gordon.
In the matter of the estate of William Scott, of Woodlands, Kersbrook. This was an aplication for an order vesting in the trustees of the deceased power to grant from time to time mining lease in respect to a portion of the estate known as the Woodland estate. Mr. P. R. Stow appeared for the petitioners and the trustees, and Mr. P. E. Johnstone for Mr. Robert Henry Hunt, as the guardian of seven grand-children. The deceased was the owner of Woodland estate, which, is situated near Kersbrook and contains 5,200 acres. The widow was allowed £200 a year out of the profits of the estate, and the residue was to be equally divided among the children.
The two eldest sons-Thomas William Scott and William Barr Scott were to take over the estate, subject to the conditions that it was to be valued by a competent valuator, and they were to pay to the children an equal share of the valuation. If any of the children were not agreeable to the valuation, the property was to be sold by auction and the proceeds divided among the children. In case of death during the testator's or his widow's lifetime, or a child under age leaving issue, the share was to go to the issue, otherwise the property was to be equally divided among the other children. It was asked that general leave he granted for a mining lease on the estate, subject to the conditions of the Act.
The application was granted.
9-Mary BARR-SCOTT was born on 2 Jun 1939 in South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She was educated at St Peter's Girls College in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
• She was educated at Australasian Institute of Radiographers on 1 Jan 1962.
• She worked as a Medical Imaging in Melbourne, Victoria.
• She resided at 29a Sussex Street in Middle Brighton, Victoria, Australia.
• She resided at 7/35 Park Street in Brighton, Victoria, Australia.
Mary married Jolyon Westcott FREWIN on 17 May 1963 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Jolyon was born on 28 Feb 1936 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia and died on 8 May 2014 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 78. They had two children: Jane and Thomas Westcott.
General Notes: The Age,
FREWIN
Jolyon Westcott
28.02.1936 - 08.05.2014
Died suddenly on Thursday 8th May 2014. Loving husband of Mary. Father of Jane and Tom. Father in-law of Keith and Mandie. Adoring Bubba/ Papa of Oscar, Holly, Amy and Ben. Brother of Rosalind and Simon (dec).
"Forever in our hearts."
10-Jane FREWIN was born on 2 Sep 1965 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Jane married Keith DEVRIES on 27 Dec 1997 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Keith was born on 28 Feb 1965 in Melbourne, Victoria. They had two children: Oscar Abraham and Holly Jane.
10-Thomas Westcott FREWIN was born on 4 Mar 1970 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Thomas married Amanda Louise GRIFFITHS on 17 Jul 2004 in Melbourne, Victoria. Amanda was born on 5 Feb 1969 in Melbourne, Victoria. They had two children: Amy Isabella and Benjamin Westcott.
9-William Edward BARR-SCOTT was born on 23 Feb 1941 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
William married Janice BELCHER. They had two children: William and Susan.
10-William SCOTT was born on 2 Feb 1964 in Australia.
10-Susan SCOTT was born on 16 Oct 1966 in Australia.
9-Robert Barr SCOTT was born on 24 Apr 1944 in South Australia, Australia, died on 16 Oct 2005 in McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia aged 61, and was buried in Strout Cemetery, Willunga.
Robert married Carolyn Ruth KARCHER. They had three children: Kirsten, Mark and Rachel.
10-Kirsten SCOTT .
10-Mark SCOTT .
10-Rachel SCOTT was born in Apr 1973 in Adelaide, South Australia.
8-Annie Elizabeth 'Nancy' PEAKE was born on 8 Jul 1914 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 23 Apr 1937 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 22, and was buried on 24 Apr 1937 in North Road Cemetery.
Albert next married Alice Jane DALLY, daughter of George Robert DALLY and Martha BAKER, on 28 Sep 1929 in Glenelg, South Australia, Australia. Alice was born on 5 Dec 1876 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia and died on 8 Jan 1947 in Lower Mitcham, South Australia, Australia aged 70.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 37 William Street in 1943 in Hawthorn, South Australia, Australia.
7-Alice Gertrude Young PEAKE was born on 28 Nov 1877 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, was christened on 15 May 1882, died on 5 Sep 1961 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 83, and was buried in Centennial Park Cemetery.
Alice married Frank HANLIN, son of George HANLIN and Hannah WILLIAMS, on 27 Dec 1905 in Penola, South Australia, Australia. Frank was born on 16 Dec 1875 in Yarcowie, South Australia, Australia, died on 5 Jul 1952 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 76, and was buried in Centennial Park Cemetery. They had two children: Joan Guthrie Peters and Leonard George Forbes Peters.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Tram Driver, South Australian Municipal Tramways Trust in 1911-1912.
8-Joan Guthrie Peters HANLIN was born on 18 Oct 1906 in South Australia, Australia, died on 20 Jul 1990 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 83, and was buried on 23 Jul 1990 in Centennial Park Crematorium.
General Notes: Advertiser, 31 May 1930
WEDDINGS
HEWSON\emdash HANLIN
At St. Peter's Cathedral, the mar- riage was celebrated of Harold (Bill), second son of Mr. and Mrs. George Hewson, of St. Peters, and Joan, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hanlin, of St. Leonards, Watson-Avenue, Toorak. The church was beautifully decorated by ladies of the Cathedral Guild, and Mesdames A. T. L. Peake. H. C. Lynn, and Miss Gay Pohr, the flowers and autumn leaves having been sent from Penola, South-East. The bride, who was given away by her father, was gowned in white georgette inlet with white silk lace and embroidered with floral designs in pink and gold veiling, pink crepe de chine. The tulle bridal veil was bordered with silver lace, and caught at each side of the head with a motif of orange blossom, and a trail on the left shoulder. She carried a sheaf of whirt flowers, among which was same orange blossom that had been worn by her mother on her wed- ding day. The bridesmaids, Misses Ida Hewson. Anna Tait, and Beryl Coles, frocked alike in apple green georgette, and their felt hats matched in tone. A brilliant ornament was worn on the corsage and in the hat. They carried sheaves of pink, white and mauve flowers with ribbon streamers to tone. The gifts of the bridegroom were brilliant and pearl evening bags and crystal pendants. Two small cousins of the bride, Leone Lynn and Lenore Peake, as flower girls, wore dainty pink georgette frocks made with shoulder capes and frilled to the waist. their hats were pink felt. They carried gold baskets of flowers. Mr. Charles Gillespie was best man, and Messrs. Alan Hewson and Forbes Hanlin groomsmen. The service was choral, and Rev. H. P. Finnis offici- ated. As the bride left the church floral horseshoes were hung upon her arm by Valda Hewson, Dan Lynn and Bryce Peake. After the ceremony a reception was held at the Arcadia by Mr. and Mrs. Hanlin. The hostess wore a toilette of navy marocain with primrose georgette collar and cuffs, and her hat was a navy velour with brilliant buckle. She carried a posy in autumn tints. Mrs. Hewson (bridegroom's mother) was gowned in black crepe de chine with a black velour hat, and carried a posy of red flowers. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hewson left for the Gippsland lakes the bride wearing an ensemble in a mushroom wool georgette with a brown velour hat and a Tasmanian fox fur, the gift of the bridgegroom. The guests were: \emdash Mr. and Mrs. A. T. L. Peake, Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Peake (Penola), Mr. and Mrs. John Townshend (Penola), Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Lynn (Murray Bridge), Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Hewson, Mr. and Mrs. H. G Adams, Mr. and Mrs. M. Brooker, Mr. and Mrs. G. Hewson, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Davies, Mr. and Mrs. N. J. Gryst, Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Pick, Captain and Mrs. J. Blair (Port Pirie). Mr. and Mrs. S. Hanlin (Terowie), Mr. and Mrs. N. Hanlin (Clare). Mr. and Mrs. T. Bailey (Booborowie), Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Thwaites, Mr. and Mrs. P. R Thwaites, Mr. and Mrs. H. Sudholz. Rev. and Mrs. H. P. Finnis, Mr. and Mrs. R. Borlace, Mr. and Mrs. F. Cavenagh, Mr. and Mrs. C. Hannaford. Mr. and Mrs J. Martin. Mr. and Mrs. H. Coles, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. J. Radford. Mr. and Mrs. A. Wennerbom, Sergeant and Mrs. P. B. Wilkin. Mr. and Mrs C. W. Whitham. Mr. and Mrs. J. Cameron (Finniss). Mr. and Mrs. H. Hunt (Willunga). Mr. and Mrs. C. Prouse (Alford). Mr. and Mrs. R. Prouse (Alford). Mr. and Mrs. J. Crosby (Alford). Mr. and Mrs. P. Kain (Nairne). Mr. and Mrs. U. Tucker, Mr. and Mrs. Le Gall (Dunedin) Mrs. W. G. Peters (Melbourne). Mrs. A. Senior, Mrs. J. Darwent, Mrs. A. H Peake. Mrs. H. Hanlin, Mrs. Vohr, Mrs. Woolnough, Mrs. Barrett. Mrs. T. Tait, Misses Ruby and Vie Peters, Mona and Nance Peake, Ida and Gay Vohr, L. Pick, Helen Woolnough, Mabel Halliday, Galdys Trigloan.
Joan married Harold Raymond HEWSON, son of George William HEWSON and Ethel Maud PROUSE. Harold was born on 8 Jun 1904 in Stepney, South Australia, Australia, died on 13 Feb 1972 in Tranmere, South Australia, Australia aged 67, and was buried on 16 Feb 1972 in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had three children: Ronald Frank, John Neil and David Forbes.
Noted events in his life were:
9-Ronald Frank HEWSON was born on 18 Mar 1933 and died in May 1992 in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia aged 59.
Ronald married Barbara COLWILL. They had two children: Gregory John and Julie-Anne.
10-Gregory John HEWSON was born on 18 May 1961.
10-Julie-Anne HEWSON was born on 11 May 1963.
9-John Neil HEWSON was born on 27 Oct 1936 in South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: 7 Hamish Grove, Rostrevor 8165 2228
John married Judith Lorraine TURBILL. They had three children: Neville John, Nadine Lorraine and Damian James.
10-Neville John HEWSON was born on 4 May 1965.
Neville married Theresa KACZMARCZYK. They had two children: Oliver John and Isaac John.
10-Nadine Lorraine HEWSON was born on 1 Mar 1968.
10-Damian James HEWSON was born on 20 Feb 1970.
9-David Forbes HEWSON was born on 27 Oct 1936 and died on 29 May 2001 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 64.
David married Josephine Dawn TURBILL. They had two children: Deidre Lynette and Brian Forbes.
10-Deidre Lynette HEWSON was born on 18 Oct 1961.
10-Brian Forbes HEWSON was born on 27 Jul 1965.
Brian married Tracey DUNKLEY. They had one son: Bryce Forbes.
8-Leonard George Forbes Peters HANLIN was born on 18 May 1909 in Penola, South Australia, Australia and died on 13 Sep 1944 aged 35.
General Notes: 'From Wayville to Changi and Beyond', by Max Venables, Adelaide, 2002. History of the 8th Division Ammunition Sub Park.
14 May 1942 Sent to Burma from Selerang Barracks on the 'Tohohashi Maru' or 'Celebes Maru'. Returned to River Valley Road Camp, Singapore enroute to Japan on the 'Kochidoki Maru' 4 Sep 1944, sunk by US submarines 12-13 Sep 1944.
'Heroes of the Sea', by Don Wall, Adelaide, 1991.
Gives ship as 'Rakuyo Maru' which sank on or about 12 Sep 1944.
Sept 1944 some 2,200 British and Australians leave Singapore. 1,319 British and Australian POWs loaded on 'Rakuyo Maru', 900 British POWs loaded on 'Kachidoki Maru'.
Code breakers advise convoy departure. US submarines lay in wait, USS Growler opens attack sinking the lead destroyer at 5 am. 5.30 am tanker sunk lights up convoy. 'Rakuyo Maru' hit by two torpedoes - Japs abandon ship and POWs. No POWs killed in attack - throw rafts over and abandon ship. By late afternoon Japanese rescued. After their rescue Japanese officer calls out to POWs 'Goodbye Goodbye - we hope you all die!'. By evening of day, 1,300 POWs floating around in boats, on debris and many in life jackets. About midnight Pampanito sinks 'Kachidoki Maru' carrying British POWs. POWs occupy 11 life rafts left by Japanese; that night break into two parties.
Some boats massacred. Some boats rescued. A few rescued by US submarines.
There is some dissent as to whether Hanlin died of sickness on the 13 Sep 1944 or lost at sea when Japanese ship sunk by US submarines. Men of the 8th Division Ammunition Sub Park, by Neil C Smith, Melbourne, 2009.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military AIF, SX10814, L/Cpl., 8 Div Ammunition Sub Park on 2 Jan 1941-13 Sep 1944 in SW Pacific.
7-Annie Christina Laura 'Eva' PEAKE was born on 9 Jan 1882 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 15 May 1882, died on 1 Nov 1958 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 76, and was buried in Penola Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Provisional Teacher in 1902-1908 in Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia.
Annie married John TOWNSEND, son of George Seymour TOWNSEND and Euphemia Law WILSON, on 23 Mar 1910 in Penola, South Australia, Australia. John was born on 30 Aug 1883 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 17 May 1951 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 67, and was buried in Penola Cemetery. They had no children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Carpenter in Penola, South Australia, Australia.
7-Archibald Thomas Lyle PEAKE was born on 10 Mar 1887 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 13 Jul 1887, died on 3 Nov 1981 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 94, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
General Notes: Advertiser 13 Sep 1910
South Australian Infantry Regiment, 1st Battalion, appointed 2nd Lieut provisionally from 15 Aug 1910.
Border Watch, 26 Mar 1910
TOWNSEND-PEAKE.
Penola. March 23.
A pretty wedding was celebrated on Wednesday afternoon by the Rev. D. A. Souter in St. Andrew's Presbyterian church. The contracting parties were Mr. John Townsend, of Frances, son of Mr. Townsend, of Penola, and Miss Peake, daughter of Mr. L. W, Peake, J.P., Clerk of the Penola District Council. The guests were restricted to the intimate relatives of the parties, but good deal of public interest was taken in the marriage, both of the parties being well known in the district. The church was handsomely decorated by girl friends of the young people, and they were the recipients of many handsome presents. A regrettable incident was that, through his
continued illness, the, Premier, whose niece the bride is, was unable to be pre sent. The bride was dressed in ivory chiffon taffeta silk. The skirt was trained with a panel in the front of watered chiffon. The bodice, which was finely tucked, was trimmed with a magnificent bertha of Maltese lace around the yoke, and with applique, with Maltese lace sleeves to the elbows. She also wore the usual orange wreath and Veil. She was supported by her cousin, Miss Peake from Adelaide, who wore pale
blue silk voile, and Miss M. Townsend, sister of the bridegroom, who wore Pale heliotrope silk voile, both dresses being trimmed with silk insertion. Two little nieces (Miss Gertie Peake and Miss Ruth MacDonald), dressed in white lawn, acted as train bearers, and carried baskets of flowers, while the bridesmaids carried handsome shepherds crooks. The groomsmen were Mr. A. T. L. Peake and Mr. Edgar Richardson. The guests were entertained at a reception at the conclusion of the ceremony at the residence of the bride's parents, where the customary toasts on such occasions were honored. They drove in the evening to Narracoorte, on their way to Adelaide, where they are spending their honey moon. The bride's travelling dress was of striped brown taffeta voile, trimmed with brown applique silk braid, with cream lace yoke and brown picture hat to match.
ATL Peake prepared some autobiographical notes, which his son, A Jack Peake, edited into his story, 'Not Unwillingly to School: The Story of My Teaching Career'.
His schooling took place at the Penola State School and he passed his Fifth Class Certificate in 1903. After leaving school he worked as a chain-man assisting a surveyor in the breaking up of some large holdings to the north of Penola. As he wanted to become a teacher, he needed additional basic education and enrolled at the Mt Gambier Grammar School in July 1905 to study before sitting for the examination in September, which he passed. In 1906 he went to Adelaide to study as a Provisional Teacher.
He was appointed to teach at the Hundred of Lindley School in January, 1907, which was located NW of Morgan on the River Murray. He was transferred to Burrungule School in the south-east of South Australia, but did not remain for very long. His sister, Eva, had resigned her position at Coonawarra School, and ATL applied for the post, which he gained and was appointed as Head Teacher.
In August 1910 he was appointed Second Lieutenant in the Militia, but did not retain his commission for long, being obliged to resign due to his school commitments.
In 1917 the Education Department sought applications from teachers for positions as teachers of manual training (woodwork). ATL applied and was accepted and commenced training. On completion he topped the class and was appointed to the purpose built Gilbert Street Woodwork School from 1st January, 1918.
At the age of 65 he was obliged to retire from the Education Department, however, he was re-employed and continued to work on a casual basis for many years thereafter.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lieutenant, Australian Militia.
• He worked as a School Teacher in 1906-1952 in Coonawarra & Adelaide.
• He resided at 14 George Street in Parkside, South Australia, Australia.
Archibald married Margaret TOWNSEND, daughter of George Seymour TOWNSEND and Euphemia Law WILSON, on 31 Dec 1913 in Penola, South Australia, Australia. Margaret was born on 23 Nov 1885 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 30 Sep 1981 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 95, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had five children: Leonard George, Archibald John, Bryce Guthrie, Glen Ross and Allan Seymour.
General Notes: Border Watch, 3 Jan 1914
Wedding.
PEAKE-TOWNSEND. Penola. December 31.
A pretty wedding was celebrated in St. Andrew's church to-day, when Mr. A. T. L. Peake, the third son of Mr. L. W. Peake, J.P., was married to Miss Maggie Townsend, the youngest daughter of Mrs.
Townsend. Both the parties are well known, having both been born in the town, and a good deal of interest was evinced in the wedding. The church was prettily decorated by friends, and the Rev. D. A. Souter was the celebrant. The bride, who was given away by her eldest brother, Mr. James Townsend, was dressed in a pretty ivory lace gown with a court train, trimmed with orange blossom and pearls, with orange blossom wreath and veil. She was attended by Miss Mary Souter and Miss Joan Hanlon, a niece of the groom, the former being dressed in crepe de chine trimmed with silk insertion, and the latter, who carried a shepherd's crook, in white muslin. The bridegroom was attended by his brother, Mr. Lyle Peake, as best man. The wedding tea was celebrated in St. Andrew's Sunday-school, where the usual toasts suitable for the occasion were honoured, about ninety sitting down to a fine repast. The happy couple, who were the recipients of a magnificent lot of presents, drove in the evening to Naracoorte, en route to Adelaide, where they are spending a portion of their honeymoon.
8-Leonard George PEAKE was born on 30 Dec 1914 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 28 Dec 1915, died on 14 Aug 1990 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 75, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
General Notes: Leonard George Peake kept a diary from the time he embarked on 14 May 1942 for service with the Royal Australian Air Force to England. This diary continued until his demobilisation on 5 Oct 1945. Copies of his diary have been lodged with the Australian War Memorial. He saw service as an Air Gunner with initially 464 RAAF Squadron, which flew Ventura twin-engined, medium, bombers, and subsequently with 98 RAF Squadron, which flew B-25 Mitchell, twin-engined, medium bombers. He completed an operational tour of 33 operations over occupied Europe. During this time he was promoted through the ranks from Sergeant (when he left Australia) to Flight Lieutenant, when he was discharged in Australia after Japan had surrendered in 1945.
Worked all his life for Gordon & Gotch Pty Ltd, a wholesale newsagent company. Retired on 23 Oct 1979.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military 416453 RAAF, Flight Lieutenant on 23 Jun 1941-11 Oct 1945 in England.
• He served in the military Promoted to Officer rank of Pilot Officer, Commonwealth Gazette on 31 May 1943.
Leonard married Joan Hannah Ellen BOTTING, daughter of Charles Arthur BOTTING and Caroline Winifred OLIVER, on 21 Oct 1944 in Albury, Surrey, England. Joan was born on 30 Jun 1911 in Albury, Surrey, England, died on 19 Apr 2011 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 99, and was buried in North Road Cemetery. They had two children: Andrew Guy and Mary Caroline.
General Notes: 'Sky Wards: A History of the Princess Mary's Royal Air Force Nursing Service', by Mary Mackie, Robert Hale, London, 2001, mentions Joan Botting in the text, based on information provided by AG Peake in his essay, 'Nursing In Peace and War, Joan Botting's Story'. which chronicles her early nursing training at St George's Hospital, London, subsequent post certificate training in London and enlistment in World War II in the Princess Mary's RAF Nursing Service, in which she saw service in England, Aden and North Africa (Egypt), and later emigration to Australia, following marriage to a RAAF Officer, Leonard William Peake.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Registered Nurse.
• She worked as a Night Sister in 1939 in Walthamstow, Essex, England.
• She served in the military Princess Mary's Royal Air Force Nursing Service in 1940-1945 in England, Aden, Cairo.
9-Andrew Guy PEAKE was born on 1 Mar 1949 in Medindie, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Publisher of a wide range of publication, largely with a focus of family and local history, but including a short autobiography and also a substantial publication, Australian Personal Bookplates.
Noted events in his life were:
• He was educated at Prince Alfred College -1965 in Adelaide, South Australia.
• He received a degree in BA (Social Work), MLitt (UNE), GD Local & Applied History (UNE).
• He was honoured for Justice of the Peace 18 Jan 1990- in South Australia.
• He resided at 14 Tudor Street 1978- in Dulwich, South Australia, Australia.
• Awards: Fellow, South Australian Genealogy & Heraldry Society, 28 Jul 1978.
• Awards: AFFHO Meritorious Service to Family History, Apr 2003.
• Awards: Life Member, South Australian Genealogy & Heraldry Society, 24 Oct 2012.
• He worked as a Senior Social Worker & Team Leader, South Australian health service -2019 in Adelaide.
• He was honoured for Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) on 26 Jan 2020.
Andrew married Aldona Violetta Enna KMITAS, daughter of Vytautus KMITAS and Elena Adelina Eugenie POCIUS, on 24 Oct 1975 in Albury, Surrey, England. The marriage ended in divorce on 12 Apr 1988. Aldona was born on 21 Apr 1952 in Rose Park, South Australia, Australia. They had no children.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in BA (Hons) (Adelaide), BSocAdmin (Flinders).
• She worked as a Social Worker.
Andrew next married May Gin-Mei YEUNG, daughter of Kam Piu YEUNG and Ying Yue TAM, on 11 May 2002 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. May was born on 26 Nov 1944 in Duk Shan, Kwei Chow, China. Another name for May is SHACKLETON. They had no children.
Noted events in her life were:
• Degrees: BA (Hong Kong), B SocAdmin. (Flinders), MSW (Flinders).
• She worked as a Social Worker.
9-Mary Caroline PEAKE was born on 25 Jan 1953 in Rose Park, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She was educated at Girton School for Girls in Adelaide, South Australia.
• She worked as a Registered Nurse.
Mary married Remo LAPEDOTA on 8 May 1976 in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. They had no children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Registered Nurse.
Mary next married Andrew Scott FAIRHOLM on 26 Jan 1995 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Andrew was born on 30 Jul 1969 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. They had no children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He was educated at Prince Alfred College in Adelaide, South Australia.
8-Archibald John PEAKE was born on 15 Jan 1917 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 14 Mar 1917, and died on 8 Sep 2006 in Mildura, Victoria, Australia aged 89.
General Notes: Author or illustrator of a number of published books. 'Kensington and Norwood Sketchbook', (illustrator), Adelaide, 1976; 'The First 100 Years: The Church of the Epiphany, Crafers and the Anglican Parish of Stirling' (illustrator), Adelaide, 1978; 'Samoa Sketchbook' (illustrator), Adelaide, 1979; ' This Heritage is Yours', Adelaide, 1979; 'The Grass is Green: The Story of Yallum Park' (illustrator), Penola, 1980; 'A Slice of History: 'More of Our Heritage', Adelaide, 1980; 'Blackwood Golf Club 1930-1980' (illustrator), Adelaide, 1979; 'Middleton, South Australia: History at a Glance 1849-1999', (illustrator), Adelaide, 1999; 'Currency Creek, South Australia: Destined to be 'City of the South (illustrator)': History at a Glance 1837-2002 (illustrator), Adelaide, 2002.
There are also a number of unpublished descriptions of country trips, with text and illustrations.
Featured in 'Contemporary International Ex-Libris Artists', Vol. 7, Portugal, 2006.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a School Teacher in Karoonda, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a School Teacher in Gladstone, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Senior Lecturer, Underdale CAE.
• He received a degree in Associate of the University of Adelaide (AUA) in Adelaide.
• He received a degree in BEd, South Australian College of Advanced Education.
• He resided at 61 Seaforth Avenue in Somerton Park, South Australia, Australia.
Archibald married Bessie 'Bet' McKENZIE, daughter of Donald Malcolm McKENZIE and Elizabeth Jane GILES, on 9 Jan 1943 in Unley, South Australia, Australia. Bessie was born on 24 Aug 1915 in Moonta, South Australia, Australia and died on 27 Nov 1999 in Somerton Park, South Australia, Australia aged 84. They had two children: Margaret Jane and Susan Elizabeth.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Typist, South Australian Public Service.
9-Margaret Jane PEAKE was born on 8 Jun 1945 in North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• Degrees: Diploma of Teaching-Art, Western Teachers College & SA School of Art.
• She worked as a School Teacher.
• She worked as a Vocational Trainer in Kadina, South Australia, Australia.
Margaret married Leslie Howard MAYNARD, son of Herbert Howard MAYNARD and Gladys, on 21 Dec 1970 in Hamilton Park, South Australia, Australia. Leslie was born on 25 Dec 1946 in Strathalbyn, South Australia, Australia. They had two children: Allison and Craig.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in BSc (Adelaide).
• He served in the military Private 4719755, 9th Battalion, Royal Australian Infantry Regiment on 13 Nov 1968-5 Dec 1969 in Vietnam.
• He received a degree in Grad Cert - Mathematics Education (Uni of SA).
• He worked as a School Teacher.
• He worked as a Senior Master - Mathematics, Physics, Kadina Memorial High School in Kadina, South Australia, Australia.
10-Allison MAYNARD was born on 30 Jun 1973 in Kadina, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as an Australian Public Servant in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Allison had a relationship with Shane. This couple did not marry. They had one son: Lachlan.
10-Craig MAYNARD was born on 19 Aug 1978 in Kadina, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He had a residence in Port Huron, Michigan, USA.
Craig married Victoria 'Cissy' Lynne PIPER, daughter of Victor PIPER and Carole, on 9 Sep 2000 in Port Huron, Michigan, USA. The marriage ended in divorce. Victoria was born in Michigan, USA. They had two children: Nathan Craig and Gavin Nicholas.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Hair Dresser.
Craig next married Brydie Lee COGSWELL on 16 Feb 2008 in Lyndoch, South Australia, Australia. The marriage ended in separation. Brydie was born on 13 Aug 1980 in Elizabeth South, South Australia, Australia. They had one daughter: Carlee Renae.
9-Susan Elizabeth PEAKE was born on 31 Dec 1948 in Karoonda, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Diploma of Teaching, Western Teachers College.
• She worked as a School Teacher in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
• She worked as a Diversional Therapist, Australian Red Cross in Adelaide.
• She worked as a Doctors' Receptioniste in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Susan married Darryl Lloyd PETERS on 12 May 1970 in Hamilton Park, South Australia, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. They had no children.
Marriage Notes:
Location of divorce was Adelaide
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Teacher.
Susan next married David NATHAN in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia. The marriage ended in divorce. David was born in 1949 and died on 10 Feb 2017 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 68. They had three children: Natalie, Ben and Purdey.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Printer in Broken Hill & Adelaide.
10-Natalie NATHAN was born on 20 Jan 1976 and died on 23 Jan 1976.
10-Ben NATHAN was born on 24 Mar 1977 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Private, Australian Defence Forces.
Ben had a relationship with Peta-Marie DUNSTON. The partnership ended in separation. This couple did not marry. They had one daughter: Gracie Bess.
10-Purdey NATHAN was born on 14 Oct 1981 in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Child Care Worker in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Purdey married Rob KENT. They had one daughter: Tayla.
8-Bryce Guthrie PEAKE was born on 28 Jun 1918 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 19 Jan 1919 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 20 Aug 2016 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia aged 98, and was buried in Penola Cemetery.
General Notes: Brought up by his uncle and aunt, John Townsend and Eva (nee Peake), and lived at Penola with them until he needed to attend High School, in Adelaide.
Played for the Thebarton Technical High School football team. Went on to play for Kenilworth Football Club from 1934 and joined the Sturt Football Club from 1939 to 1946 and played in the Premiership Team of the South Australian Football League in 1940 and 1941. Played a total of 38 games.
Also played cricket for the South Australian Under 19 Cricket Team against Victoria.
Apprenticed to Todd and Son as a Fitter and Turner and also completed a Boilermaker apprenticeship with the same firm.
Tube Times - Works Magazine of Tubemakers of Australia Ltd, Feb. 1972, p.8
Gold Watch Presentation
On Monday, 6th December, 1971, Mr J M Griggs (General Manager, BTM Division) presented a gold watch to Mr B G Peake who completed 25 years continuous service in May.
Bryce conmmened with Stewarts and Lloyds at Kilburn in 1946 as a Turner and later held positions as Toolroom Leading Hand and Maintenance Foreman.
In 1958 he spent some time at BTM, Kilburn in training for his transfer to Granville in 1959 when the new plant was under construction.
He currently holds the position of Maintenance Foreman and is the President of the Sports and Social Club at the Glanville Works.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Metal Worker in Adelaide, Sydney.
• He worked as a Maintenance Foreman, British Tube Mills in Granville, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at 9 Derowie Avenue in Homebush, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at 61 Explorer Drive in Albany Creek, Queensland, Australia.
• He was honoured for LIfe Member, Sturt Football Club on 14 Feb 2011 in Adelaide.
Bryce married Nance Leila BUTCHER, daughter of Oscar Pascoe BUTCHER and Louisa Ann BUTTON, on 6 Oct 1945 in Unley, South Australia, Australia. Nance was born on 29 Aug 1920 in Unley, South Australia, Australia, died on 1 May 2007 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia aged 86, and was buried in Pinnaroo, Queensland, Australia. They had two children: Gregory John and Bernice Ann.
9-Gregory John PEAKE was born on 20 Mar 1948 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Involved in the Tet Offensive, Vietnam, during 1967-68 and the Battle of Coral in 1970-71.
OAM for services to veterans and their families.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Corporal 216824, A Squadron, 3rd Cavalry Regiment on 18 Dec 1967-22 Oct 1968 in Vietnam.
• He served in the military Sergeant, 3rd Cavalry Regt., Australian Military Forces.
• He was honoured for Justice of the Peace in Queensland, Australia.
• He worked as an Occupational Health and Safety Consultant in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
• He served in the military Corporal 216824, A & B Squadrons, 3rd Cavalry Regiment on 2 Jul 1970-30 Jun 1971 in Vietnam.
• He received a degree in Ass. Diploma of Business (Management) on 1 Jun 1990.
• He received a degree in Graduate Diploma in Occupational, Health & Safety, Queensland Univ of Technology on 8 Mar 1996.
• He was honoured for Life Member, Queensland Branch, Returned Servicemens' League on 2 Sep 2002.
• He resided at 32 Michel Drive in Narangba, Queensland, Australia.
• He was honoured for Medal for Gallantry (for Battle of Coral) (MG) in 2018.
• He was honoured for Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) on 11 Jun 2018.
Gregory married Judith Ann OWENS on 19 Aug 1972 in Chermside, Queensland, Australia. Judith was born on 10 Mar 1950 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. They had two children: Anna Louise and Sarah Elizabeth.
10-Anna Louise PEAKE was born on 8 May 1977 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Cardiac Nurse, Prince Charles Hospital 2002+ in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Anna married Craig McLEAN on 18 Nov 2000 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. They had two children: Blake Mitchell and Ava Louise.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Landscape Gardener.
10-Sarah Elizabeth PEAKE was born on 11 Apr 1979 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Bachelor of Arts, Diploma in Education.
• She worked as a School Teacher 2003+ in Bowen, Queensland, Australia.
Sarah married Brett HUNTER on 14 Oct 2006 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. They had two children: Grace Lydia and Owen John.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Physical Education School Teacher in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
9-Bernice Ann PEAKE was born on 10 Nov 1950 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as an Insurance Accountant, Legal and General Insurance Co. In Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
• She resided at 61 Explorer Drive in Albany Creek, Queensland, Australia.
8-Glen Ross PEAKE was born on 8 Dec 1919 in Parkside, South Australia, Australia, died on 4 Dec 2003 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 83, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
General Notes: Court Martial 10 May 1943 (NAA Ref. A471/33788) for posting a letter in a non-military post box.
Two step-children from his wife's earlier marriage, used the Peake surname, Alan Douglas Peake, died 25 Feb 2009, Cooma, NSW, aged 63, and an older sister, Anne, who married Richard Lavender, who have two children, Catherine and Simon.
Noted events in his life were:
• He was educated at Gilles Street School, Penola Primary School, Adelaide High School.
• He served in the military S 26697, 48th Btn & 108 Lt AA Regt on 17 Jul 1942-8 May 1946 in Australia.
• He served in the military SX24927, 2/6 Aust Field Regt. On 17 Jul 1942-8 May 1946 in New Guinea, Borneo.
• He worked as a School Teacher, Brighton High School, Norwood High School.
Glen married Elizabeth Campbell SPEERS, daughter of Irvine James SPEERS and Elizabeth Dorothea Eddington WHITEHILL, on 13 May 1950 in Unley, South Australia, Australia. Elizabeth was born on 8 Apr 1920 in Solomontown, South Australia, Australia and died on 18 Oct 2013 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 93. Other names for Elizabeth were Elizabeth Campbell and BLAKELEY. They had no children.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Flute Teacher in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
• She resided at 219 Masonic Homes in 2007-2013 in Somerton Park, South Australia, Australia.
8-Allan Seymour PEAKE was born on 16 Aug 1922 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, died on 22 Mar 1982 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 59, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Engineman, Gauge Widening, South Australian Railways 5 Jul 1956- in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Stoker, Train Driver, South Australian Railways.
• He resided at 14 George Street in Parkside, South Australia, Australia.
7-Lyle Robert De Bruce PEAKE was born on 14 May 1889 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 10 Oct 1889, died on 28 Aug 1961 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 72, and was buried in Penola Cemetery.
General Notes: He worked as District Clerk, Penola District Council, subsequently as stores clerk with the State Public Service, Woods & Forests Dept, Nangwarry, from 20 July 1950.
Member of the Centrals Football Club, Premiers in 1912 and photo of team is in Naracoorte Herald, 22 Nov 1912. Valued member of the Penola Tennis Club, and Singles Champion in 1930, when aged 41.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Town Clerk, Penola District Council in Penola, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Stores Clerk, Nangwarry, Woods & Forests Department on 20 Jul 1950.
Lyle married Margaret Catherine PATTERSON, daughter of Archibald McCallum PATTERSON and Euphemia Fraser FLETCHER, on 9 Sep 1921 in Portland, Victoria, Australia. Margaret was born on 16 Apr 1897 in Furner, South Australia, Australia, died on 23 Jun 1959 in Penola, South Australia, Australia aged 62, and was buried in Penola Cemetery. They had six children: Lenore Margaret, Bruce Alexander, Ian Guthrie, Kenneth Archibald, Robert Leonard and Graeme Thomas.
Marriage Notes: No record of his marriage in South Australia.
8-Lenore Margaret PEAKE was born on 31 Jul 1925 in Penola, South Australia, Australia and died on 1 Feb 1973 in Prahan, Victoria, Australia aged 47.
General Notes: Border Watch, 17 March 1945
Miss Lenore Peake, of the nursing staff of the Mareeba Hospital, Adelaide, is holidaying with her parents; Mr. and Mrs. L. Peake, at Penola.
After completing her training as a nurse at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, she worked at the Springbank Repatriation Hospital, Daw Park, South Austraia, and then at the Repatriation General Hospital, Heidelberg, Victoria. She was Deputy Matron at the time of her death. Her nursing career extended over 30 years.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Registered Nurse, Repatriation General Hospital in Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia.
8-Bruce Alexander PEAKE was born on 5 Dec 1928 in Penola, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Advertiser 12 July 1954
Engaged
Helen Dorothy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Garside, of Caringbah. NSW, to Mr. Bruce Alexander Peake, of Sydney. He is now visiting his parents. Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Peake, of Penola, SA.
Bruce joined the National Bank, Penola, in 1945 and transferred to the New South Wales staff in 1951. His banking career extended for 43 years and included 18 years as a Branch Manager and 10 years in administration. He retired as a Lending Controller. He gained an Associate Diploma of the Bankers' Institute in 1974 and was admitted as a Felow in 1985.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Bank Manager in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Bruce married Helen Dorothy GARSIDE on 20 Nov 1954 in Cronulla, New South Wales, Australia. They had three children: Lesley Ann, Robert Bruce and Geoffrey John.
9-Lesley Ann PEAKE was born on 17 Mar 1956 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in BA, Sydney University.
• She worked as a School Teacher in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia.
Lesley married Mark Gregory WHITE on 20 Jan 1984. Mark was born on 20 Jun 1957 in Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia. They had three children: Johanna Louise, Timothy Mark and Bethany May.
General Notes: See, A wizard of Oz. A Bulloch Family Family, by Jeanet Healey, 2001.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach. Engineering; MBA; Newcastle University.
10-Johanna Louise WHITE was born on 30 Aug 1985 in Waratah, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Bach. Of Environmental Science, Newcastle University.
10-Timothy Mark WHITE was born on 3 Aug 1988 in Waratah, New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach Civil Engineering, Newcastle University.
10-Bethany May WHITE was born on 9 Sep 1991 in New Lambton, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Robert Bruce PEAKE was born on 20 Nov 1961 in Australia.
Robert married Leonie Helen STOREY on 24 Sep 1988 in Australia. Leonie was born in 1963 and died on 31 Mar 2016 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 53. They had three children: Michael Robert, Emma Maree and Caitlin May.
10-Michael Robert PEAKE was born on 3 Oct 1992 in Australia.
10-Emma Maree PEAKE was born on 23 Jan 1994 in Australia.
10-Caitlin May PEAKE was born on 12 Jun 1998 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
9-Geoffrey John PEAKE was born on 20 Sep 1967 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and died on 29 Dec 1970 in Frenchs Forest, New South Wales, Australia aged 3.
8-Ian Guthrie PEAKE was born on 9 Jul 1930 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 22 Oct 2015 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 85, and was buried on 30 Oct 2015.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Farmer in 1962-2009 in Buckley & Ombersley, Victoria, Australia.
• He had a residence in 2009 in Highton, Victoria, Australia.
Ian married Alison Jean CLEZY on 8 Oct 1955 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia. They had four children: Neil Douglas, Jennifer Margaret, Wendy Jane and Helen Jean.
9-Neil Douglas PEAKE was born on 31 Aug 1956 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: 50 Butcher Street, Strathdale, Vic (03) 5441 8878
peakend@bigpond.com
Noted events in his life were:
• He had a residence 1992- in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia.
• He received a degree in Dip. In Agricultural Science, Longerenong Agricultural College in Horsham, Victoria, Australia.
• He received a degree in Assoc. Dip. In Valuation, Royal Melbourne Insitute of Technology in Melbourne, Victoria.
Neil married Barbara LENSER on 3 Nov 1979 in Horsham, Victoria, Australia. They had four children: Alison Lenore, Kate Jessica, Grace Stephanie and Nathan James.
10-Alison Lenore PEAKE was born on 10 Apr 1987 in Mildura, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Diploma in Accountancy, Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia.
Alison had a relationship with Leigh Kenneth WATTS. This couple did not marry. Leigh was born on 29 Aug 1986 in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia. They had one daughter: Lola Lenore.
10-Kate Jessica PEAKE was born on 5 Feb 1990 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in BA (Literature), Deakin University in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Kate married Ronald Jack THIELE on 27 Oct 2017 in Daylesford, Victoria, Australia. Ronald was born on 16 Mar 1988 in Ferntree Gully, Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Violet Jane and Polly Suzanne.
10-Grace Stephanie PEAKE was born on 15 Nov 1991 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Bach. Of Early Childhood Teaching, RMIT in Melbourne, Victoria.
10-Nathan James PEAKE was born on 12 May 1994 in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia.
9-Jennifer Margaret PEAKE was born on 4 Dec 1957 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia.
Jennifer married Marko MANDEKIC on 6 Jul 1980 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. They had four children: Yolanna Kathryn, Luke Douglas, Steven Ian and Joseph Marko.
10-Yolanna Kathryn MANDEKIC was born on 24 May 1981 in Footscray, Victoria, Australia.
10-Luke Douglas MANDEKIC was born on 28 Feb 1983 in Footscray, Victoria, Australia.
10-Steven Ian MANDEKIC was born on 8 Aug 1984 in Footscray, Victoria, Australia.
10-Joseph Marko MANDEKIC was born on 23 May 1996 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and died on 23 May 1996 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
9-Wendy Jane PEAKE was born on 22 Sep 1959 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Assoc. Dip. In Secretarial Practice, Footscray Institute of Technology in Melbourne, Victoria.
Wendy married Peter Graham BELL on 15 Apr 1984 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Peter was born on 25 May 1960 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. They had three children: Matthew Lyle, Jordan Peter and Callum Thomas.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Marine Engineer, The Australian National Line.
10-Matthew Lyle BELL was born on 19 Apr 1986 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Bach of Engineering (Hons) (Chemical Engineering), Monash University in Melbourne, Victoria.
10-Jordan Peter BELL was born on 16 Mar 1988 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Master of Architecure (Design), Deakin University in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He received a degree in Bach. Of Construction Management (Hons), Deakin University in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Jordan married Elizabeth Kate McSWEENEY on 15 Nov 2014 in Melbourne, Victoria. Elizabeth was born on 11 May 1988 in Melbourne, Victoria.
10-Callum Thomas BELL was born on 2 Oct 1991 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Electronic Technican, HMS Kuttabul, Royal Australian Navy in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Callum had a relationship with Catherine Anne TORPY. This couple did not marry. Catherine was born on 9 Jul 1991 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
9-Helen Jean PEAKE was born on 11 Aug 1961 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia.
Helen married Kenneth Richard CHISHOLM on 1 Feb 1985 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Kenneth was born on 17 Mar 1961 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. They had three children: Eirlie Millicent, Flinn Joseph and Casey Alexander.
10-Eirlie Millicent CHISHOLM was born on 7 May 1986 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design, Gordon Institute of TAFE in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Eirlie married someone. She had two children: Lennox Kuzey and Caspar Ates.
10-Flinn Joseph CHISHOLM was born on 4 Apr 1988 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in BSc, University of Melbourne in Melbourne, Victoria.
• He received a degree in MD, Griffith University in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Flinn married Emily Kate TREWHELLA on 6 Oct 2017 in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Emily was born on 6 Jul 1989 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
10-Casey Alexander CHISHOLM was born on 5 Nov 1989 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in Certificate III & IV, Aust. Instute of Fitness in Melbourne, Victoria.
8-Kenneth Archibald PEAKE was born on 20 Nov 1931 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 7 Sep 2015 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia aged 83, and was buried in Penola Cemetery.
General Notes: Past Chief of the Penola Caledonian Society from 1978-81. Foundation member of the Penola and District Caledonian Pipe Band from the early 1950s, together with his brothers, Ian and Bob. He was awared an Australia Day Citizens' Award for this long inolvement in 2002.
He commenced a carpentry apprenticeship with the SA Woods and Forests Department in 1948 and continued working at Nangwarry Mill until his retirement in 1992.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Carpenter in 1968 in Penola, South Australia, Australia.
8-Robert Leonard PEAKE was born on 20 Nov 1931 in Penola, South Australia, Australia and died on 30 May 2013 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 81.
General Notes: Life Member and Past President of the Lockleys Bowling Club.
He served on the SA Bowling Assocaition executive, chaired the unification of the Mens' and Womens' Associations in South Australia and served a term as President of Bowls SA.
He commenced working for Goldsborough Mort (later Elders) in Peola in 1948 and retired in 1991. He held several senior management positions including two yers as National Finance Manager of Elders NZ.
He was an Associated (later elevated to Fellow) of the National Institute of Accountants and Chartered Institute of Secretaries.
Australian Sports Medal
Extensive service to the sport of lawn bowls at various levels
Noted events in his life were:
• He was honoured for Australian Sports Medal on 20 Oct 2000.
Robert married Josephine Merle MILLER on 6 Jan 1956 in Penola, South Australia, Australia. Josephine was born on 4 Mar 1932 in Penola, South Australia, Australia and died on 17 Oct 2014 in Fulham Gardens, South Australia, Australia aged 82. They had one daughter: Michelle Catherine.
9-Michelle Catherine PEAKE was born on 13 Jan 1960 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Posted October 28, 2015
A woman charged over the death of her mother by criminal neglect has faced court for the first time in Adelaide.
It is alleged 55-year-old Michelle Catherine Peake from Fulham Gardens in Adelaide's west neglected her responsibility to care for her 82-year-old mother.
Police said Peake's behaviour led to the woman's death in October last year.
The offence of criminal neglect in which a victim dies carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in jail.
Peake appeared without a lawyer in the Port Adelaide Magistrates Court.
Magistrate Kym Millard urged Peake to get legal representation and said the matter might need to be referred up to a higher court.
"This is a very serious charge ... you need to get legal representation," he said.
Peake told the court that she had a clean criminal record.
"I've never been in the court system in my 55 years," she said.
While outside court Peake confirmed the alleged victim was her mother but declined to comment further.
"I don't want to speak to anyone," she said. "I'm not commenting, now just go."
The case has been transferred to the Adelaide Magistrates Court and will be heard again in January.
A WOMAN accused of criminally neglecting, and then killing, her elderly mother has a mental incompetence defence, a court has heard.
Michelle Catherine Peake, 55, of Fulham Gardens, faced the Adelaide Magistrates Court on Thursday, 10 March 2016.
Prosecutors had previously alleged she criminally neglected her mother Josephine, 82, while providing care for her between October 9 and 17, 2014. On Monday (7 March), prosecutors filed an additional charge of manslaughter, alleging the offence took place between those same dates.
Bill Boucaut, SC, for Peake, noted the brief of evidence against his client had yet to be finalised but asked the case be expedited to the Supreme Court.
"Last night we received a report indicating that my client has a mental incompetence defence, and that the nature of her problem is very complex," he said. "The matter should be referred straight to the Supreme Court ... we accept that there is plainly a case to answer on the materials filed thus far."
Peake pleaded not guilty to both charges and was remanded on continuing bail to face the Supreme Court next month.
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In the Supreme Court on 31 Oct., Michelle was found not guilty of manslaughter, on the grounds that 'the defendant was mentally incompetent to commit this manslaughter'.
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in BA, University of Adelaide.
• She worked as an Author of poetry and prose.
8-Graeme Thomas PEAKE was born on 10 Jul 1933 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 8 Jan 1934 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, and was buried in Penola Cemetery.
6-Amy Kate PEAKE was born on 28 Apr 1851 in England and died on 12 Aug 1853 aged 2.
6-George Edward PEAKE was born on 23 May 1853 in England and died on 17 Aug 1853 in England.
6-Emily Jane PEAKE was born on 22 Jul 1855 in Chelsea, London, England and died on 8 Feb 1856 in England.
6-Henrietta Eva PEAKE was born on 25 Feb 1857 in Chelsea, London, England, died on 28 Jun 1930 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 73, and was buried in New General Cemetery, Geelong.
Henrietta married Thomas Matthew DICKINS, son of Edward George DICKINS and Lucy Jane BROWN, on 5 Apr 1881 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia. Thomas was born on 1 Apr 1857 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 2 Jun 1931 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 74, and was buried on 3 Jun 1931 in New General Cemetery, Geelong. They had ten children: Edward Robert, Archibald Thomas, Leonard Gordon, Mary Grace, Henrietta Evaline, Sydney Edmund, Thomas, Emily, Edith Emily and Lillian Clara Maude.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Foundry Owner Proprietor in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Latrobe Terrace, Newtown in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• Awards: Justice of the Peace, 16 Jan 1914, South Australia, Australia.
7-Edward Robert DICKINS was born on 15 Apr 1882 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 30 Jan 1962 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 79, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery.
Edward married Muriel Alice HARROWER, daughter of William HARROWER and Elinor Matilda HOPE, on 28 Feb 1912 in Cohuna, Victoria, Australia. Muriel was born on 23 Apr 1888 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 28 May 1979 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 91, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery. They had two children: Norma Jean and Robert William.
8-Norma Jean DICKINS was born on 9 Jul 1918 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 5 Dec 2000 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 82, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery.
8-Robert William DICKINS was born on 14 Nov 1921 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 22 Aug 2000 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 78, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery.
Robert married Coral Eileen DANS. Coral was born on 17 Oct 1926, died on 26 Oct 2013 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 87, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery. They had two children: Malcolm Robert and Jillian Merle.
9-Malcolm Robert DICKINS was born on 8 Mar 1950.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Farm Hand.
Malcolm married Megan Ann Marie.
9-Jillian Merle DICKINS was born on 3 Apr 1953.
7-Archibald Thomas DICKINS was born on 6 Jun 1884 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 24 Mar 1964 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 79, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery.
Archibald married Ruby May SPRIGGINS, daughter of John Charles SPRIGGINS and Elizabeth LENNOX, on 6 Apr 1909 in Victoria, Australia. Ruby was born on 20 May 1886 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 6 Aug 1964 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 78, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery. They had four children: Nina May, Dorothy Pearl, Archibald Henry Peake and Marion Grace.
8-Nina May DICKINS was born on 24 Mar 1910 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 17 Jan 1988 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 77, and was buried on 19 Jan 1988 in Geelong Cemetery.
8-Dorothy Pearl DICKINS was born on 20 Aug 1918 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Dorothy married Roy Roland Colyer EASDOWN. Roy was born on 23 Dec 1914 and died on 14 Jan 2004 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia aged 89. They had three children: Roy McFarlane, Christine Anita and Rodney David.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Lieutenant VX3877, 37/52nd Battalion; 2/6 Battalion on 25 Oct 1939-15 May 1945.
• He received the MIlitary Medal on 1 Jan 1942 in Greece.
• He worked as a Student in 1949 in Brighton, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Medical Practioner in 1963 in Whoorel, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Surgeon in 1977-1980 in Scarborough, Western Australia, Australia.
9-Roy McFarlane EASDOWN was born on 1 Dec 1946 in Melbourne, Victoria.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Draftsman in 1977-1980 in Scarborough, Western Australia, Australia.
9-Christine Anita EASDOWN was born on 21 Jun 1949 in Melbourne, Victoria.
9-Rodney David EASDOWN was born on 7 Sep 1951 in Melbourne, Victoria.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Journalist in 1977-1980 in Scarborough, Western Australia, Australia.
8-Archibald Henry Peake DICKINS was born on 27 Apr 1920 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 12 Apr 1991 aged 70, and was buried in Anderson's Creek Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military L/Corporal VX103547, 150 General Transport Coy. On 21 Jul 1942-14 Mar 1946.
• He worked as a Railway Employee in 1954 in Geelong West, Victoria, Australia.
Archibald married Lorna May THEISINGER. Lorna was born on 24 Aug 1923 and died on 6 May 2014 in Victoria, Australia aged 90. They had three children: Alison Margaret, Marion Ruth and Lorraine Joy.
9-Alison Margaret DICKINS was born on 15 Jan 1947.
9-Marion Ruth DICKINS was born on 26 Nov 1949.
9-Lorraine Joy DICKINS was born on 30 Apr 1959.
8-Marion Grace DICKINS was born on 4 Aug 1925 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 19 Jun 2013 in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia aged 87.
7-Leonard Gordon DICKINS was born on 19 Dec 1885 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 31 Mar 1955 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 69, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery.
Leonard married Amy Matilda McDONALD on 30 Jun 1909 in Victoria, Australia. Amy was born on 14 Oct 1885 in Freshwater Creek, Victoria, Australia, died on 24 Jan 1964 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 78, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery. They had six children: Amy Ruth, George Francis, Arthur Leonard, Dorothy Nance, Shirley Jean and Mabel Joyce.
8-Amy Ruth DICKINS was born on 3 Apr 1910 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 30 Nov 2001 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia aged 91.
Amy married Victor William LEWIS. Victor was born on 21 Jun 1897 in Coonewarre, Victoria, Austrlaia and died on 2 Jul 1975 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia aged 78. They had four children: Patricia Clare, Peter Clifford, Leonard William and Frank Herbert.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Nurseryman in 1936 in Moolap, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Private V379196, 6th Battalion Volunteer Defence Corps on 15 Mar 1942-1 Apr 1944.
• He worked as a Nurseryman in 1967-1972 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 12 Christies Road in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
9-Patricia Clare LEWIS was born on 6 Jan 1934.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Comptometrist in 1963-1980 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
Patricia married Donald Francis O'HARA. They had three children: Susan, Sandra and Mark.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1963-1980 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 8 Christies Road in 1963-1980 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
10-Susan O'HARA was born on 19 Sep 1961.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as an Accounting Machinist in 1980 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
10-Sandra O'HARA was born on 26 Aug 1963.
10-Mark O'HARA was born on 10 Apr 1968.
9-Peter Clifford LEWIS was born on 21 Jan 1935.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Herne Hill Police in 1963 in Herne Hill, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 6 Maurice Street in 1963 in Herne Hill, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Police Constable in 1972 in Colac, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 8 Parkes Street in 1972 in Colac, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Shop Proprietor in 1977 in Miami, Queensland, Australia.
• He resided at 3 Paradise Avenue in 1977 in Miami, Queensland, Australia.
Peter married Beverley Joan LEEDS. They had three children: Richard Mark, Tania Louise and Deborah.
10-Richard Mark LEWIS was born on 27 Feb 1960.
10-Tania Louise LEWIS was born on 17 Jan 1962.
10-Deborah LEWIS .
9-Leonard William LEWIS was born on 4 Aug 1936 and died on 23 Jan 2016 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 79.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Joiner in 1972-1980 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 10 Christies Road in 1972-1980 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
Leonard married Beverley Ann WAUGH on 21 Jan 1967. Beverley died on 5 Jan 2016 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. They had two children: Stephen William and Brett Andrew.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Shop Assistant in 1972-1980 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
10-Stephen William LEWIS was born on 18 Aug 1969.
10-Brett Andrew LEWIS was born on 3 Jun 1971.
9-Frank Herbert LEWIS was born on 21 Aug 1944.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Electrical Fitter in 1968-1972 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Christies Road in 1968-1972 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Repairer in 1977-1980 in Point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 125 Fellows Road in 1977-1980 in Point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia.
Frank married Heather Lorraine THOMPSON on 4 Nov 1967. They had one son: Gregory Robert.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Typiste in 1968 in Leopold, Victoria, Australia.
10-Gregory Robert LEWIS was born on 14 Aug 1970.
8-George Francis DICKINS was born on 30 Jan 1912 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
George married Elaine Lillian. Elaine was born in 1924, died on 11 Nov 1990 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 66, and was buried on 10 Dec 1990 in Geelong Cemetery.
8-Arthur Leonard DICKINS was born on 9 Sep 1914 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 16 Apr 1981 in Clifton Hills, Victoria, Australia aged 66, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Welder in 1949 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 42 Edwards Street in 1949 in Geelong North, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Foreman in 1963 in Newtown, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 19 Park Street in 1963 in Newtown, Victoria, Australia.
Arthur married Joyce May MATCHON. Joyce was born on 19 Oct 1915, died on 6 Jan 2006 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 90, and was buried in Geelong Cemetery. They had four children: Judith Henrietta, Lynette Rae, Milton Leonard and Pauline.
9-Judith Henrietta DICKINS was born on 30 May 1941.
9-Lynette Rae DICKINS was born on 16 Oct 1945.
Lynette married Kenneth ANDERSON on 27 Mar 1967.
9-Milton Leonard DICKINS was born on 16 Dec 1948.
9-Pauline DICKINS was born on 15 Feb 1954.
8-Dorothy Nance DICKINS was born on 16 Dec 1915 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 14 Jan 2002 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 86, and was buried in Barrabool Cemetery.
Dorothy married Walter Henry James WANDERS. Walter was born on 12 Dec 1912 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 3 Jan 2004 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 91, and was buried in Barrabool Cemetery. They had three children: Coralie Dawn, Nola Lillian and Laurence James.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Labourer in 1937 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 11 Meakin Street in 1937 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Waterside Worker in 1977 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at Grove Road in 1977 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
9-Coralie Dawn WANDERS was born on 8 Sep 1935.
Coralie married Max ESLER. They had three children: Stephen John, David Rhys and Janine Elizabeth.
10-Stephen John ESLER was born on 21 Apr 1962.
10-David Rhys ESLER was born on 10 Mar 1965.
10-Janine Elizabeth ESLER was born on 20 Aug 1967.
9-Nola Lillian WANDERS was born on 4 Oct 1938.
Nola married John NOLAN. They had three children: Kerrie Joy, Robyn Leslie and Vickie Lee.
10-Kerrie Joy NOLAN was born on 17 Feb 1961.
10-Robyn Leslie NOLAN was born on 4 Jul 1962.
10-Vickie Lee NOLAN was born on 2 Dec 1966.
9-Laurence James WANDERS was born on 7 Mar 1945 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1967 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Laurence married Laurel Frances JACKSON.
8-Shirley Jean DICKINS died in Nov 1929 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and was buried in Geelong Cemetery.
8-Mabel Joyce DICKINS was born on 6 Jun 1917 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 9 Apr 2006 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia aged 88, and was buried on 11 Apr 2006 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Her death notice of 2006 indicated that she was also a great-grandmother of five.
Mabel married Leslie William BUTCHER, son of Henry BUTCHER and Ivy Muriel ALLEN. Leslie was born on 29 Jul 1914 in Drysdale, Victoria, Australia and died on 28 Feb 1993 in Millicent, South Australia, Australia aged 78. They had three children: John Raymond, Shelly and Darlene Lesley.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at 33 Digby Avenue in 1939 in Belmont, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Corporal 11427, 451 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force on 30 Jul 1940-19 Sep 1945.
• He worked as a Garage Proprietor in 1967 in Belmont, Victoria, Australia.
9-John Raymond BUTCHER was born on 30 Jun 1937.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at 3 Somerville Street in 2004-2006 in Beachport, South Australia, Australia.
John married Jennette Mable. They had three children: Brian Raymond, Nola Lee and Kevin John.
10-Brian Raymond BUTCHER .
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Sec 250, Hd Rivoli Bay in 2004-2006 in Beachport, South Australia, Australia.
10-Nola Lee BUTCHER .
10-Kevin John BUTCHER .
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at Section 246, Hd Rivoli Bay in 2004-2006 in Beachport, South Australia, Australia.
9-Shelly BUTCHER was born on 31 Dec 1952.
Shelly married Mark. They had three children: Jarrod, Bianca and Gabrielle.
10- Jarrod .
10- Bianca .
10- Gabrielle .
9-Darlene Lesley BUTCHER was born on 8 Nov 1956.
7-Mary Grace DICKINS was born on 12 Oct 1887 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 23 Apr 1952 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 64, and was buried on 24 Apr 1952 in Geelong Cemetery.
Mary married Ernest William GIBBS, son of Samuel GIBBS and Jane USHER, on 6 Dec 1916 in Morinsville, New Zealand. Ernest was born on 10 Nov 1883 in Warragul, Victoria, Australia, died on 16 Feb 1963 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 79, and was buried on 19 Feb 1963 in Geelong Cemetery. They had seven children: Henrietta Jean, Nesta Lillian, Edith Grace, Audrey Olive, Winifred May, Sidney Thomas and Gordon Bruce.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Grocer in 1963 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 14 Girton Crescent in 1963 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
8-Henrietta Jean GIBBS was born on 15 Mar 1918 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 27 Sep 2004 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 86.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Shop Keeper in 1972-1977 in Geelong East, Victoria, Australia.
Henrietta married Hector Ernest DOLLEY. Hector was born in 1908, died on 28 Dec 1990 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 82, and was buried on 11 Jan 1991 in Geelong Cemetery. They had four children: John Evan, Colin Trevor, Margaret Joy and Wendy Grace.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Storeman in 1949-1963 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 10 Boyne Avenue in 1949-1963 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Clerk in 1972-1977 in Geelong East, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 142 Ormond Avenue in 1972-1977 in Geelong East, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 178 Autumn Street in 1980 in Geelong West, Victoria, Australia.
9-John Evan DOLLEY was born on 2 Sep 1943 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 15 Apr 1951 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 7, and was buried on 17 Apr 1991 in Geelong Cemetery.
9-Colin Trevor DOLLEY was born on 19 Jan 1945.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Student in 1967 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Teacher in 1972 in Carnegie, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as an Economist in 1977 in Doncaster, Victoria, England.
• He resided at 28 Woodlea Street in 1977 in Doncaster, Victoria, England.
• He worked as an Economist in 1980 in Western Australia.
Colin married Christine Ann SMITH. They had one son: Christopher William.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Nurse in 1972 in Carnegie, Victoria, Australia.
10-Christopher William DOLLEY was born on 26 Jan 1972.
9-Margaret Joy DOLLEY was born on 16 Feb 1952 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Pharmacist Assistant in 1977 in Geelong East, Victoria, Australia.
9-Wendy Grace DOLLEY was born on 14 Oct 1953.
8-Nesta Lillian GIBBS was born on 15 Apr 1919 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 11 May 1993 in Burleigh Heads, Queensland, Australia aged 74.
Nesta married Alfred John LEWIS. Alfred died in Jun 1993 in Burleigh Heads, Queensland, Australia. They had two children: David William and Evan John.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1967-1977 in Macleod, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 61 Edward Street in 1967-1977 in Macleod, Victoria, Australia.
9-David William LEWIS was born on 5 Apr 1954.
9-Evan John LEWIS was born on 29 Nov 1956.
8-Edith Grace GIBBS was born on 11 Jan 1922 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 7 Aug 1995 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 73, and was buried on 9 Aug 1996 in Geelong Cemetery.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Typist in 1963 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
8-Audrey Olive GIBBS was born on 5 Jun 1924 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Nurse in 1963 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
8-Winifred May GIBBS was born on 8 May 1925 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 5 Oct 2014 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 89, and was buried on 10 Oct 2014 in Bains Road Cemetery. Morphett Vale, South Australia.
Winifred married John Cecil CARSON. John died on 18 Mar 2006 in Adelaide, South Australia and was buried in Bains Road Cemetery. Morphett Vale, South Australia. They had four children: John Ernest, Phillip James, Roslyn Susan and Robert Sydney.
General Notes: Death notice indicates the following grand-children:
Melanie, Ruth, Jonathon, Sally & Rodrego, Joel (dec'd), Patrick and Shane, Chloe, Minna (dec'd), James & Thomas, Susan, James & Andrew, Scott & Kathryn, Michael & Jessica.
Great-grand father of Breannah & Aiden.
9-John Ernest CARSON was born on 30 Oct 1952.
9-Phillip James CARSON was born on 5 May 1954.
Noted events in his life were:
• He received a degree in MBBS, Adelaide University in 1978.
• He worked as a Surgeon & Assoc. Professor, Darwin Hospital in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
• He was honoured for Fellow, Royal Australian College of Surgeons in 1990.
Phillip married Bronwyn TUFFIN. They had six children: Joel Samuel John, Patrick Phillip, Chloe May, Minna Joy, James Michael and Thomas Fletcher.
10-Joel Samuel John CARSON was born on 16 Feb 1981 in Rose Park, South Australia, Australia and died on 16 Dec 2003 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia aged 22.
10-Patrick Phillip CARSON was born on 13 Dec 1982 in Rose Park, South Australia.
10-Chloe May CARSON was born on 25 May 1986 in Woodville, South Australia, Australia.
10-Minna Joy CARSON was born on 22 Feb 1990 in North Adelaide, South Austraiia, Australia, died in Apr 1990 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, and was buried on 6 Apr 1990.
10-James Michael CARSON was born on 23 Jul 1991 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
10-Thomas Fletcher CARSON was born on 28 Sep 1993 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
9-Roslyn Susan CARSON was born on 11 Oct 1956.
9-Robert Sydney CARSON was born on 2 Aug 1961.
8-Sidney Thomas GIBBS was born on 4 Jun 1926 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 28 Nov 1972 aged 46.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Grocer in 1954 in Geelong West, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Manager in 1967 in Glen Iris, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 17 Bonneyview Crescent in 1967 in Glen Iris, Victoria, Australia.
Sidney married Jessie Amelia WALTON. Jessie was born on 25 Oct 1928 and died on 3 May 2010 in Burwood, Victoria, Australia aged 81. They had three children: Trevor Bruce, Robert Charles and Glenice Joy.
9-Trevor Bruce GIBBS was born on 2 Apr 1957.
9-Robert Charles GIBBS was born on 29 Dec 1961.
9-Glenice Joy GIBBS was born on 21 Sep 1963.
8-Gordon Bruce GIBBS was born on 30 Aug 1943.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Assistant in 1967 in Williamstown, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 46 Anzac Crescent in 1967 in Williamstown, Victoria, Australia.
• He worked as a Driver in 1968 in Williamstown, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 28 Forster Street in 1968 in Williamstown, Victoria, Australia.
Gordon married Nola Margaret GRUBER. They had one daughter: Michelle Margaret.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Cashier in 1968 in Williamstown, Victoria, Australia.
9-Michelle Margaret GIBBS was born on 17 May 1968.
7-Henrietta Evaline DICKINS was born on 9 Sep 1889 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 8 Jun 1961 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 71, and was buried on 10 Jun 1961 in Geelong Cemetery. Another name for Henrietta was Hettie Evelyn.
Henrietta married Edward Jacob STONE on 29 Jan 1936 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Edward was born on 10 Jul 1896, died on 19 Jun 1966 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 69, and was buried on 22 Jun 1966 in Geelong Cemetery. They had no children.
7-Sydney Edmund DICKINS was born on 12 Apr 1892 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 17 Dec 1964 in Mitcham, Victoria, Australia aged 72.
General Notes: He established S E Dickins Pty Ltd as a cash and carry grocery retailer founded in Geelong in 1920. The company was acquired by John Connell & Co in 1946 (which subsequently became John Connell Dickins & Co Ltd). Coles acquired John Connell Dickins in 1958 and continued to operate the fifty-four S E Dickins self serviced grocery stores.
John Connell Dickins & Co Ltd were wholesale and retail grocers founded in Melbourne in 1853 and incorporated in 1892 as John Connell & Co Ltd. It acquired S E Dickins Pty Ltd in 1954 (or 1946?) and was in turn acquired by Coles in 1958. It formed the basis of Coles' entry in supermarkets.
Sydney married Charlotte Spurgeon 'Lottie' ROBERTSON on 4 Jan 1916 in Victoria, Australia. Charlotte was born on 30 Jun 1893 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 26 Feb 1976 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 82. They had six children: James McGregor, Sydney Joy, Charles McNeil, Marie Claire, Barbara Joan and Margaret Dawn.
8-James McGregor DICKINS was born on 7 Sep 1923 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Gunner VX147965, 106 Aust Tank Attack Regt. On 10 Feb 1944-21 May 1946.
• He worked as a Geologist in 1954-1980 in Turner, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
• He resided at 14 Bent Street in 1954-1980 in Turner, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
James married Gwenneth Alma EDWARDS. Gwenneth was born on 11 Aug 1925. They had three children: Clifton McGregor, Marion Lynne and Clive Robertson.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Clerk in 1949 in Kew, Victoria, Australia.
9-Clifton McGregor DICKINS was born on 20 Aug 1949.
9-Marion Lynne DICKINS was born on 15 Sep 1951.
9-Clive Robertson DICKINS was born on 22 Nov 1954.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Gardener in Kew, Victoria, Australia.
8-Sydney Joy DICKINS was born on 14 Mar 1925 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
General Notes: Joy Stewart was born in Melbourne 1925. She studied at Swinburne Technical College Art School from 1941-1945, then the National Gallery Art School 1946-1948. Her career included employment positions as a display artist, designer/painter, gallery assistant, and art teacher. Joy relocated to Cairns in 1981. Solo exhibitions in Melbourne and Cairns, including 'Done By Me' at Cairns Regional Gallery in 1999. Group exhibitions at Cairns Regional Gallery, 'The Fish John West Regrets, 1993' and 'Facets of Life' 1994.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as an Artist in 1949 in Kew, Victoria, Australia.
8-Charles McNeil DICKINS was born on 23 Feb 1927 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Surveyor in 1949 in Kew, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 6 Hartley Court in 2006 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia.
Charles married Bernice Regenda SOLOMON. They had four children: Yvonne, Kerry Ann, Morris Vaughan and Brenton Mark.
9-Yvonne DICKINS was born on 29 May 1958.
9-Kerry Ann DICKINS was born on 9 Apr 1960.
9-Morris Vaughan DICKINS was born on 25 Jul 1961.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 13 Tennison Drive in 2004 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia.
9-Brenton Mark DICKINS was born on 2 Nov 1963.
8-Marie Claire DICKINS was born on 29 Sep 1928 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Librarian in 1954 in Kew, Victoria, Australia.
• She worked as a Kindergarten Teacher in 1963 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
Marie married George Jiri NEMEC. George died on 15 Jul 1979 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Technical Officer in 1963 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
• He resided at 11 Duke Street in 1963 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
• He resided at 12 Daly Street Flat in 1972 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
8-Barbara Joan DICKINS was born on 6 Mar 1931 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 28 Oct 1974 in Mt Evelyn, Victoria, Australia aged 43.
Barbara married Graham WILLIAMS. They had three children: Bruce, Jennifer Ann and Ian Malston.
9-Bruce WILLIAMS was born on 22 Nov 1954.
9-Jennifer Ann WILLIAMS was born on 30 Jan 1963.
9-Ian Malston WILLIAMS was born on 26 Feb 1966.
8-Margaret Dawn DICKINS was born on 27 Feb 1934 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Margaret married John WORRALL. They had three children: Lisa, Tracey and Jessica.
9-Lisa WORRALL was born on 9 Feb 1958.
9-Tracey WORRALL was born on 5 Aug 1959.
9-Jessica WORRALL was born on 25 May 1963.
Sydney next married Mary Rutherford ROBERTSON, daughter of Robert ROBERTSON and Fanny Jane DANIELL, on 13 Sep 1945 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia. Mary was born on 25 Mar 1909 in Sandgate, Victoria, Australia and died on 28 Nov 1990 in Blackburn, Victoria, Australia aged 81. They had one son: Robert Lincoln.
8-Robert Lincoln DICKINS .
7-Thomas DICKINS was born on 20 Dec 1893 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 22 Dec 1893 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
7-Emily DICKINS was born on 19 Feb 1895 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia and died on 23 Feb 1895 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
7-Edith Emily DICKINS was born on 19 Sep 1897 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 2 Nov 1986 in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia aged 89, and was buried on 7 Nov 1986 in Geelong Cemetery.
Edith married Rupert WILLS, son of Maximillian WILLS and Margaret, on 18 May 1932 in Victoria, Australia. Rupert was born on 14 Jun 1899 in Victoria, Australia and died on 21 Dec 1933 in Caulfield, Victoria, Australia aged 34.
General Notes: Driver 18386 5th Divisional Train, Army Service Corps
Enlisted 5 Mar 1917
Embarked A28 Miltiades 2 Aug 1917
Disembarked Glasgow 2 Oct 1917
To France 31 Jan 1918
Wounded in action 2 May 1918, Gunshot wound to head
Discharged from Hospital to 1st Army Geneal Hosptial 23 May 1919
Discharged to No 2 Group Sutton Veny 1 July 1919
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Driver 18386, 5th Divisional Train, Army Service Corps on 5 Mar 1917-1919.
Edith next married Cyril Eric Sylvester Basil ARMSTRONG, son of Edward George ARMSTRONG and Ellen CHAPMAN, on 1 Jun 1950 in Victoria, Australia. Cyril was born on 15 Feb 1898 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 19 May 1989 in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia aged 91, and was buried on 26 May 1989 in Geelong Cemetery. They had no children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1919 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 26 Girton Crescent in 1934-1942 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Private V352198, Volunteer Defence Corps. On 16 Mar 1942-18 Oct 1945.
• He resided at 42 Ewart Street in 1963-1977 in Burleigh Heads, Queensland, Australia.
• He resided at D1/81 Muir Street in 1980 in Labrador, Queensland, Australia.
7-Lillian Clara Maude DICKINS was born on 15 Apr 1901 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 12 Mar 1940 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia aged 38, and was buried on 13 Mar 1940 in Geelong Cemetery.
Lillian married Cyril Eric Sylvester Basil ARMSTRONG, son of Edward George ARMSTRONG and Ellen CHAPMAN, on 8 Sep 1928 in Victoria, Australia. Cyril was born on 15 Feb 1898 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia, died on 19 May 1989 in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia aged 91, and was buried on 26 May 1989 in Geelong Cemetery. They had no children.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Clerk in 1919 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He resided at 26 Girton Crescent in 1934-1942 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
• He served in the military Private V352198, Volunteer Defence Corps. On 16 Mar 1942-18 Oct 1945.
• He resided at 42 Ewart Street in 1963-1977 in Burleigh Heads, Queensland, Australia.
• He resided at D1/81 Muir Street in 1980 in Labrador, Queensland, Australia.
6-Hon. Archibald Henry PEAKE was born on 15 Jun 1859 in Chelsea, London, England, died on 6 Apr 1920 in Parkside, South Australia, Australia aged 60, and was buried on 7 Apr 1920 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide.
General Notes: SA Government Gazette, 22 Jul 1886
Aarchibald Henry Peake re-appointed by District Council of Naracoorte as clerk, collector, dog registrar and curator of cemetery from 17 July 1886.
SA Government Gazette 14 Nov 1889, p.1740
Appointed Naracoorte School Board of Advice;
24 Dec 1892, appointed Justice of the Peace
22 March 1894, p.721 to Naracoorte Licensing Bench;
23 Dec 1897, p.1800 appointed to Aged Poor Commission;
24 Nov 1898, p.1170 appointed to SE Drainage Commission;
4 Sep 1899 appointed member of Destitute Board;
8 Sep 1900 resigned Destitute Board.
Published his diary, Notes from a Diary: Impressions from Abroad, Adelaide, 1914, following his return from England in 1913.
Register, 7 Apr 1920
BIOGRAPHICAL. AN INTERESTING CAREER REVIEWED. The Hon. Archibald Henry Peake, MP., who was in his 62nd year, became Premier for the first time on the death of the Hon. T. Price in May, 1909, and his recent term as leader of the Government extended over nearly three years. He was born in London on January 15, 1859, and came to the antipodes with his father and other members of the family in 1862. They first lived in Geelong, but in 1864 Mr. Peake, sen., moved over the border into this State, and joined the South Australian educational service. He was first at the Charleston School, and subse quently at Naracoorte. The late Premier, after 19 years as clerk to the district council of Naracoorte secured a aeat in the Assembly at a by-election in May, 1897, and resigned from the position of district clerk. His majority, however, was only two votes, and he was unseated by a Court of Disputed Returns, four regained the position in July. In 1902 the electors of Victoria and Albert returned him as one of their representatives, and he contiuued to serve them until 1915. when the poll at the general elections went against him. Shortly afterwards, however, he was elected as a member for Alexandra, which constituency he continued to represent up to the time of his death. For some time he was Chairman of the Country Party, and in 1904 was Leader of the Opposition. Early in his Parliamentary career he was marked off as one likely to attain to Ministerial power. His chance came in 1905, when, as Leader of the Country Party, he associated himself with Mr. Price to oust Sir Richard (then Mr.) Butler from power. Mr. Peake took the portfolios of Treasurer and Attorney-General in the new Administration. He withdrew from his association with the Labour Party whem Mr. Price died, formed a Cabinet of his own, and afterwards joined forces with Sir Richard Butler. The Verran Ministry succeeded the Peake Butler Administration, but on the defeat of Mr. Verran in February, 1912, Mr Peake again became Premier, and continued in office until displaced by the Vaughan Government in April. 1915. Mr. Peake's turn came again in July, 1917, when he formed a Government which continued in power until, in the following year, the extraordinary conditions brought about by the war compelled the Premier to consent to a coalition. That coalition has just come to an end with the re tirement of the two Nationalist Ministers.
Practically An Australian.
Although born in London, the late Mr. Peake was practically an Australian. The future Minister attended the public school in the hills township of Charleston, where his father was teacher, and to this day may be distinctly seen in a worn-out desk in the old schoolhouse the bold letters. 'A. H. P.' Mr. Peake -was destined to carve his name in more important places. For some time he lived at Mount Barker, and while there took a prominent part in the public life of the township. He was a member of the district council, and occupied the position of Worshipful Master of the Prince of Wales Masonic Lodge there, in recent years be had been unable, owing to the pressure of his official duties, to take an active interest in Masonic affairs. The passing of the Premier will be felt keenly by the members of the Adelaide branch of the Royal Society of St. George, of which Mr. Peake was President. He was looking forward with pleasure to again presiding at the festival day banquet on St. George's Day, April 23, and took the keenest interest in the affairs of the society, especially in the proposed movement which was recently begun. The deceased statesman's recreations were characteristically simple. Perhaps his chief employment in leisure hour was reading, and his preference was undoubtedly for poetry. He was fond of gardening, and was actively interested in tennis, golf, and bowls.
First Steps and Possibilities.
The late Premier once said that when he was a young man his first ambition was to be a member of a hospital committee, then among the governing authorities of an institute, and after that on a School Board of Advice. Those aspirations were all fulfilled while he was at Naracoorte. To be a J.P. was another aim which was also fulfilled. Mr. Peake had an idea that that was the length of his tether, but he found the rope growing longer. Parliament was further off, and on and on it stretched until, through the growing dis tances of Chairman of the Independent Country Party, Leader of the Opposition. and a Minister of the Crown, he came at last to the crowning achievement of the Premiership. Then, if he had chosen he might have been a member of the British House of Commons. When he was in England an influential party leader, who from afar had admired the quiet strength of the Premier's work, undertook to find him a seat in the great mother of Parliaments. If he had accepted, the honour ot Cabinet rank might some day have given his intellectual prowess a fitting sphere. It is an open secret now that Mr. Peake would like to have taken the Agent-Generalship instead of Sir Frederick Young. He admitted it. He refused simply because he would not leave the Liberal Party on the eve of a critical fight. The late Premier was long in the front rank of Australia's most brilliant public men, but seemed to have chained himself to the State Legislature. His horizon appeared to be bounded bv the Premiership. Few politicians have had more temptations to quit our Parliament at great personal advantage, but all of them Mr. Peake resisted. The Federal sphere offered a bigger market for his brain, and he would soon have been one of its dominant factors. But the Commonwealth Parliament was too far from Adelaide, and from a home of much domestic charm that sustained the characteristic note of simplicity and unostentation, ever associated with the deceased statesman.
The Family.
Mr. Peake has left a widow (nee Mrs Annie Thomas, daughter of the late Rev. H. B. Thomas), three sons Messrs. Edwin H. (Deputy Returning Officer for the State), Harold Robert (Botanic Garden), and Robert Archibald (security clerk in the Public Trustee's office)and four daughters, Misses Amy, Beatrice, Grace, and Winnie. The youngest son, Lancelot, died in July, 1916, aged 14 years.
A Character Sketch in discussing the late Mr Peake's unassuming qualities, The Register said not long ago. 'It is with this note of reti cence and modesty, exhibited in his public life, that Mr. Peake's Liberal friends might fairly quarrel. The Premier is apt to forget very often that he is the leader of the Liberal Party, and not Mr. Peake. He has no right to encase himself in an armour of reserve. Unfortunately, politics with the brass band and the flaunting banners have been known to win. The Premier, however, can be nobody but himself. He is impervious to criticism and in different to praise. He has been an indomitable and conquering leader of the Liberal Party, and has taken it to triumph through many changing years. He has kept it solid, and cohesive, loyal and courageous. Nobody carried the Premier on his shoulders' when he entered politics. It has been sheer, undaunted ability that has taken him to the highest eminence in the State. There was no influence to help him. There was no wealth to clear away any embarrassing obstacles. There was no big friend, who knew the men inside the magic circle, to take him by the hand and lead him past baffling difficulties. He has no dramatic equipment, no tin selled meretricious quality. His sense of responsibility might account for a certain characteristic of aloofness which is apt to give a wrong impression. 'I'm not gregarious,' Lord Morley once declared. Mr. Peake might say that. He is not the most popular figure in the House, but he is easily the most commanding. The Socialists fear him, although they will try and argue otherwise. They had an experience once of his strong leadership, and were afraid of it. The Labour Party owed a lot to Mr. Peake during the day when he was associated with Mr. Price. Every one remembers the dying message of that gentleman, to the effect that Mr. Peake and always treated the Labour Party like a Prince.
Recommended in New Years Honours, 1920 - Knight Bachelor (NAA Ref. H25)
Recommended in Birthday Honours, 1920 - KCMG (NAA Ref. 26)
The Naracoorte Herald, 13 Apr 1923
The Peake Scholarship.
The Executive Council has approved of the following regulations governing the Archibald Henry Peake bursary: -Boys and girls in all public schools throughout South Australia will be eligible to compete, and the successful candidate will be entitled to a free course in any subject be or she desires at the Adelaide University. The bursary will .be worth about £400 The Bursary will be open for competition by candidates who have been bona fide residents in South Australia, and whose parents have also resided in this State for the whole of the year in which the candidates compete. The award of the bursary shall be decided upon the result of the leaving honors examination of the University of Adelaide. A candidate to be entitled to the bursary must have passed in at least four subjects of the examination. Candidates must be under 19 years' of age on December 31 of the year in which they compete and must not previously have attended any part of the undergraduate course of the Adelaide University in those subjects in which they are competing for the bursaries. Competitors must lodge their application at the Education Office on or before October 31 in the year in which they compete.
Archibald Henry Peake bursary at the University of Adelaide in 1934. Awarded to James Waite Morgan in 1950 for his results in the Leaving Honors Examinations, to study Law. Robert John Lawrence was another recipient in the early 1950s.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Local Government Officer in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as an Auctioneer in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Member of Parliament in 1897-1920 in South Australia.
• He worked as a Premier 1909-10, 1912-15, 1917-20 in South Australia.
• He travelled Ship, Maloja from Marseilles to Fremantle on 1 Jul 1913.
Archibald married Ann THOMAS, daughter of Henry Byron THOMAS and Naomi APPLETON, on 24 Feb 1884 in Apsley, Victoria, Australia. Ann was born on 22 Mar 1863 in Mt Barker, South Australia, Australia, died on 19 Aug 1947 in Highgate, South Australia, Australia aged 84, and was buried in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide. They had nine children: Edwin Henry, Harold Robert, Amy Henrietta, Sydney Leonard, Robert Archibald, Beatrice Mary, Grace Evelyn, Winifreda Alice and Lancelot Lionel.
General Notes: Her father arrived in South Australia on the ship, 'D'Auvergne', which landed at Port Adelaide on the 21 March 1839, with his parents. Her mother's parents arrived on the ship, 'Lady Lilford', which arrived at Port Adelaide on 27 Sept 1839.
7-Edwin Henry PEAKE was born on 1 Jul 1884 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 15 Jan 1948 in Westbourne Park, South Australia, Australia aged 63, and was buried on 16 Jan 1948 in Mitcham Cemetery.
General Notes: Record of Service GRG 1/58
Passed Civil Service Examination. Junior clerk, Works & Building 3 Jul 1901, 26 pounds pa; clerk 3 Jul 1907 salary 100 pounds pa; record clerk 1 July 1908 salary 120 pounds pa;
Promoted to Agent General's Office and left by SS Astanley 29 July 1921.
Returned to Australia from London on the Maloja which departed London on the 9 April 1926, together with his wife and daughter, Joy Chelsea.
SA Government Gazette
29 Mar 1909 clerk Electoral Dept 120 pounds pa, 130 pounds from 1 Jul 1909
1 July 1909 salary increase to 140 pounds pa
1 Jul 1910 clerk Electoral Dept 150 pounds pa
1 Dec 1910, salary increased 160 pounds pa
1 Jul 1911 chief clerk, Electoral Dept 160-180 pounds pa
10 Jul 1912 deputy returning officer, salary increase to 210 pounds pa
1 Jul 1913, Deputy returning officer, salary 210-230 pounds pa
1 May 1914 Returning Officer of Central District No. 2, salary 245-402 pounds pa
Advertiser, 20 Oct 1911
Mr. E. H. Peake, eldest son of the leader of the Opposition in the House of Assembly, was married in St. Andrew's Church, Unley, on Thursday afternoon. to Miss Myra Frances Deacon, eldest daughter of Mr. J. T. Deacon, of Blackheath, London. The officiating minister was the Rev. R. Fiddian. Mrs. Sexton, organist of the church, played the wedding march. A reception was held at Bricknell's Cafe, there being about 120 guests. The health of the bride and bridegroom was proposed by the Premier (Hon. J. Verran), and supported by the Hon. L. O'Loughlin, Mr. F. Pflaum, M.P., and Mr. H. A. Curtis. The toast of the parents was submitted by Mr. F. R. Smith, and the bridesmaids by Major Smeaton, M.P. Mr. E. H. Peake is a lieutenant in the Intelligence Corps, under Major Smeaton, and most ot the members of the corps were present. The happy couple left for Victor Harbor for their honeymoon.
Author of Record of the Opening Ceremony of the New Legislative Council Building, June 1939, Parliament House, Adelaide, 1939.
Naracoorte Herald, 24 Jun 1921
Important Appointment for an Old Naracoorte Boy.-Mr. B. J. Champion, now chief clerk and accountant in the Agent-General's Office, London, will succeed the late Mr. C. W. Medlyn as Secretary of the Adelaide Hospital, and Mr. E. A. Peake, Deputy Returning-Officer for the State, will succeed Mr. Champion in the Agent-General's Office. Mr. Peake is a son of the late Premier (Hon. A. H. Peake). Mr. Champion, who is 63 years of age, is a son of the late Mr. J. B. Champion, of Adelaide, and desires to return to the state. Mr. E. H. Peake (states the 'Register") has inherited some fine qualities of ability and character which may take him far. He was born at Naracoorte on July 1,1881. and was educated at Naracoorte and Mount Barker under (now) Inspector B. S. Roach, of the Education Department, and by his late father, who tutored him in the afternoons and evenings (before his busy Ministerial duties began), and later by Mr. Newman, B.A., Adelaide. Mr. Peake entered the Superintendent of Public Buildings Department as a junior draftsmen in 1901, and later on the establishment of the Electoral Department he received an appointment in that office in 1909. He was in 1911 promoted to chief clerk, and 1912, at the age of 27, selected as Deputy Returning-Officer for the state and accountant. Mr. Peake is Returning-Officer for Central District No. 2. He was rejected for active service in the great war, and is Vice-President of the Rejected Volunteers' Association.
Naracoorte Herald, 17 Apr 1928
MEMORIES OF NARACOORTE AS A YOUTH
(By Mr. Edwin H. Peake).
Mr. Edwin H. Peake, of Adelaide, has forwarded to us for publication in the "Herald" a few of his earlier impressions of Naracoorte, his native town, which will be read with more than ordinary interest by the residents of the district. Mr. E. H. Peake is the eldest son of the Hon. A. H. Peake, who was several times Premier of our state, and he resided in Naracoorte for a number of years as a member of his father's family. Since then he has travelled far and wide, and has held important positions sides of the world. In a covering letter to us he remarks that the mere fact of Indulging in reminiscences does not necessarily make him old-yet recollections of one's native town and district are, I dare say, almost everyday occurrences in some way or another to young and old alike. In other words, one's starting point must commence somewhere. The last time he visited Naracoorte he was Deputy-Returning-Officer for the state. Afterwards he was appointed Chief Clerk and Accountant to the South Australian Government in London (his father's town) in 1921, and returned to Adelaide in 1926 to take up the position of Clerk Assistant and Sergeant-at-Arms in the Legislative Council. He states that he was intensely interested in the Old Land and its vast historical fields-a fascinating study and almost never-ending. His wife and himself were never so happy than when they had friends or visitors from South Australia staying with them, and were always delighted when they could be of some small service to visitors overseas. They did much travelling in England and on the Continent, and from time to time he sent descriptions of historical places they visited, which appeared in the Adelaide press. Many of his friends read those descriptions with much interest. He states that he found himself whilst abroad unconsciously following the particular realms of travel, etc., in which his father [A H Peake] delighted so much when he visited the Old Land in 1913.
He proceeds: One of my great regrets will always be that I missed the first "Back to Naracoorte" festival. However, at that time I was 12,000 miles from my native town. In any case Naracoorte and district will continue to hold for me an affectionate and abiding place. Often, when trudging along some country road in old England, with its rough boundary of blackberry hedges reflecting back a purple glint in summer time, and holding out to us in autumn the artist's used up palette, I was taken away back to happy times in my own town, where several old homes had blackberry hedges standing their ground, and defying us throughout the season. Those chief in my memory were on the Caves road. But of the town and its adjacent surroundings my recollection are as happy as they are vivid. Never had I seen such torrents of angry waters as came through the town in flood times. The very banks seemed to cry aloud for mercy, and the old and gnarled gum trees along the edges - sponsors for so long - appeared, at such times of danger, to be verily depressed, lest they too should be swallowed up, and become in the end mere flotsam. These giants, when they did eventually fall, gave up the ghost fighting for whom will not remember the mighty chasms and projecting labyrinth of roots exposed for many a long day. The ford near to the pound yard was the vantage point, and the wreckage borne down-stream never faded to attract. The old hills nearby have been for so long silent onlookers of prosperous and anxious days. The church's in our town have always been happily situated. Steep was the climb for those stalwarts-and the band must be small now-but who knows that in the minds of the builders came perhaps visions of Jacob's ladder
And once within .....
"all together pray,
While each to his great Father bends.
Old man and babes and loving friends.
And youths and maidens gay."
Those older souls have dwindled, but have left an imprint on our town and its traditions that will go marching along through the years. How peaceful were those bells on the Sabbath morning, heard faintly in the distance, and then clearer, and deliciously resonant as they were approached. Verdant fields, flocks and herds were passed on the way, and such a thing as dull care seemed to the young mind not to exist. I can see so clearly the streams of vehicles coming from all directions, and then thinning themselves out as the respective places of worship drew nearer. What epics were conjured up in the young mind when he beheld thoce cuttings standing like fortresses to the town. But as Christmastide is perhaps the season which stands out most prominently when thinking back it is pleasant to turn over our first impressions. As the season approached so did our childlike thoughts of it all mellow as it were, striving to become worthy. The great hush could almost be felt as the day approached. Trees were brought in from the woods by merry gatherers, and the shops seemed overnight to have adapted themselves to sylvan scenes with evergreens and stately foliage. The homes, likewise, were keeping pace with a joyous but devout spirit, for there is no myth about Christmas, and with the morn was ushered in the great day. There has always appeared to me to be a big halo over the season of Christmas in a country town, and then with great quickness came the watch night service. Who is there that does not experience an eerie feeling, a fierce examination-in-chief, at such a time. He who attends such service is, apart from all else, sincere and courageous-and so to the New Year. We had pioneers in our midst of whom any district might be proud. No school treat or Arbor Day festival was complete without a good attendance of these worthies, who joined in our assemblies. I cannot pass out of the town without recalling, amongst other things, the square situated near to the Naracoorte Hotel. On more than one occasion have I walked with my father to his office at the Council Chamber, when on a sudden he exclaimed to me with a look of grim determination, "Do you see this pipe?" and almost before I had time to notice it was hurled into the square, accompanied by the remark "The smoking habit can be cured." A day or so after my father had a new pipe, and when taxed with his brief resolution his only reply was, "But this is a real cherry wood." I hardly remember him without his pipe, and I do know that In strenuous times he derived great solace from it In those days in a cellar at the Council office it was my privilege to count sparrow heads and eggs brought in by more speculative youngsters than I, and this enterprise exhibited so glaringly in the making of an honest penny, was a great incentive for we boys. Save from the sale of a few rabbit skins and ridding-or rather the attempt-our paddock of stinkwort on Saturday mornings to which task we went with old stockings on our hands pulled up to our elbows-our pocket money, though meagre, was well earned. I well re member when the annual show was held near the old Oddfellows' Hall, and the luncheons on those occasions were set, I believe, in Grice's wool store. That was my introduction to a dining hall on a large-scale. I recollect my surprise at one of those banquets after choosing a sweet that glowed with many colors-probably a jelly-hearing my adult friend next me demand apple pie and cream. I could not understand the request for such a simple dish, but have lived to know that he had chosen the better part. Various kinds of entertainments at indefinite kind of intervals suddenly sprang up in the old Oddfellows' Hall in those times. The Punch and Judy exhibition we thought wonderfully good. The Mechanics' Institute was always to me a haven. Here we read concerning the great world without whilst that old clock listened almost alone to its own tick, so hushed was it within. At other times, particularly in the dark winter nights, the lashing of the old tobacco tree against the wall outside broke the calm of one's meditations. My reading and realm of travel was England, and although with my wife and little daughter I have seen a fair portion of the world, my keenness was first developed from the book shelves of our Institute, and there-after continually whetted by my father, my best companion, and my mother in the books they recommended to me. I first heard the phonograph in the Institute Hall, and a great treat was afforded us by an enterprising traveller, who visited the district. Tubes, not unlike those of a doctor's stethoscope, were put to the ears, and we listened wonderingly to band and other music for a charge of three pence. Then there came to the town that scholar, the deeply lamented late Rev. T. Jollie Smith, M.A. He burst in on its quietude like a storm. It was like the coming of the Renaissance. There are many who are proud to have sat at the feet of that teacher and learned. To my mind, in many ways, he was the embodiment of that sage, Dr. Johnson, and, Sir, he had left many Boswells. Who will not remember with affection that band of prominent townsmen and the marked, regularity with which they strode to the railway station together the news of the city, and see old friends passing through? There comes to my mind pleasant recollections of regular visits to our district by popular circuses, notably Fitzgerald's and Montgomery's. My father had often told me of one such show that pitched its giant tent in our midst On that occasion an in spiring looking placard' was prominently placed outside/the show ring bearing these terrifying words, "Come and see the behenroth; he drieth up Jordan with his breath." Had this fearsome animal and his doings been correctly expressed the 'text should have appeared, "Surely the mountains bring him forth food. . . Behold, if a river overflow, he trembleth not. He is confident, though Jordan swell even to his mouth." I understand there was more than keen disappointment when the great assembled audience beheld the merest small pig standing in a tub of water. There were many old settlers, principally on the outskirts of the town, who must have hailed from the counties, for in quite recent times I can call to mind similar quaint homes and delightful gardens I have seen in the Old Land. Particularly do I remember the visits to Mr. and Mrs. Sheldrick, sen. a devoted couple whose home with "the rose propt at the cottage door with careful hands," might very well have been set down in Kent or Devonshire it exhaled that atmosphere. The town abounded in long cherished friendships, and I am sure that is still so with a newer generation. My criterion of size in former was the agricultural hall, built on the new show grounds. On the completion of that iron structure I peeped in to behold its length and breadth, in the meantime leaving my craft constructed of simply galvanised iron cases riding at anchor in the 'marsh that at that time was being transformed into an excellent show ring. That starting point of size has vanished, but I cannot help thinking of it. My first schooling was received at the patient hands of the Misses Macintosh, and it was a happy little band that assembled there day by day. I have often thought of the black swan that must have been of great age, and seemed with too much freedom to roam my then known world. Fishing excursions to Stoney Creek were always affairs of excitement -and much preparation. I still seem "to hear the moaning of the sad sheoaks, the rustling of the rushes, and weird bush calls and uncommon sounds that were always present on an all-night vigil when we sat alert and- hemmed in by a peculiar loneliness. -The proximity of the creek to the Caves on will nights only quickened our boyish fears. However, our woodland haunts have fled. No longer does the belt of honeysuckle trees flourish near to the town, the woodpeckers' have gone to the back country, the giant sheoak and blackwood trees that stood here and there have silently vanished, and left not a wrack behind. On my last visit to my town I walked through God's Acre in a very reflective mood, calling to mind those resting there scented with memories. I suppose the sweetest thoughts we cherish are not always of the complete things, but the fragments or mosaics of our experiences, and so after an absence of several years spent in many strange and wonderful countries I return to my garden, and here and there catch a fleeting glimpse of a fragment of china or delicate glass which once formed a treasured piece. The associations and memories that come to one in these very pleasant unexpected discoveries are great. They are akin to the first tiny tip of the blue bell or the song of a bird in this latter maybe only a few sweet notes, but we are wafted away to Elysian fields, and in the realm of travel one might say that London's rarest gems are her fragments. The winter pears in that old garden are no longer gathered in and fondly and carefully wrapped in straw, and laid on the bottom shelves in the barn, but the swamp grasses and reeds that seemed to grow over night will be there, and, the rolling plains and lagoons beyond the town, and those bracken covered hills. They will ever stand faithful sentinels to the happy old home that nestled 30 closely to them.
Border Watch, 20 Jan 1948
Death of Mr. E. H. Peake
Mr. Edwin Henry Peake, Clerk of the Legislative Council in Adelaide for many years, died at his home in Adelaide on Thursday last.
Mr. Peake was a son of the late Mr. A. H. Peake who was three times Premier of the State, and an ex-clerk of the Naracoorte District Council. The late Mr. Peake held a position in the Agent General's office, London, for some years and on his return to Adelaide he was appointed Clerk of the Legislative Council. The deceased was born and educated in Naracoorte. He was about 63 years of age and leaves a wife and family.
Although Cremated at West Terrace, his ashes, together with those of his wife were deposited at Mitcham General Cemetery, Plot No. G 5A.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Deputy Returning Officer, Electoral Department in 1912-1921 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Chief Clerk & Accountant, SA House in 1921-1926 in London, England.
• He worked as a Clerk-Asst. & Serjeant at Arms, Legislative Council in 1926-1937 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
• He worked as a Clerk of the Legislative Council in 1937-1948 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Edwin married Myra 'Sunny' Frances DEACON, daughter of James Thomas DEACON and Eliza HUNT, on 19 Oct 1911 in Unley, South Australia, Australia. Myra was born on 25 Nov 1889 in Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England, died on 4 Jul 1944 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 54, and was buried on 5 Jul 1944 in Mitcham Cemetery. Another name for Myra was Maria. They had two children: Joyce Cranleigh and Joy Chelsea 'Billee' Winifred.
General Notes: Believed to have been the nanny of Mr Napier Birks's (of Birks Department Store, Adelaide) children, who emigrated with Myra (known as Sunny) in 1910. Her parents emigrated to Adelaide in 1912.
She was a member of the Mitcham Red Cross executive, the National Council of Women, and president of the Rejected Volunteers' Association, women's division, (of which Edwin was president)and also the first Honorary Organiser of the Cheer-up Society. She was for many years District Commissioner for the Southern District of the Girl Guides Association and she was one of two women organisers who organised the provision of refreshments in the Cheer-up Society tents to all the troops after the big AIF march through city parade, which farewelled the big contingents of 1,200 South Australians to the Second World War.
Noted events in her life were:
• She immigrated Ship 'Marora' on 11 Feb 1910-19 Mar 1910 to Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
8-Joyce Cranleigh PEAKE was born on 9 Jan 1913 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, died on 24 Dec 1913 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, and was buried on 25 Dec 1913 in Mitcham Cemetery.
8-Joy Chelsea 'Billee' Winifred PEAKE was born on 5 Jan 1922 in Kingston on Thames, Surrey, England and died in Nov 1989 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 67.
Noted events in her life were:
• She was educated at South Australian School of Arts and Crafts in 1937.
• Joy served in the military on 4 Feb 1942-18 Aug 1944: Flight Sergeant 91777, Air Force HQ, RAAF.
Joy married David Sturt SYMON, son of Oscar Sturt SYMON and Melva Iris McBRIDE, on 15 Jul 1947 in Norwood, South Australia, Australia. David was born on 15 Jun 1925 in North Adelaide, South Austraiia, Australia and died on 28 Jun 1996 in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia aged 71. They had three children: David John, Elizabeth Anne and Robert Gregory.
General Notes: See, Faraway and Beyond', Adelaide, 1980, p.104, for family history of David Sturt Symon.
Noted events in his life were:
• He resided at 109 Crescent Road in 1958 in Newtown, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Company Manger in 1963 in St Ives, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at Flinders Avenue in 1963 in St Ives, New South Wales, Australia.
• He worked as a Company Director in 1972-1977 in Pittwater, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at Elvina Bay, Church Point in 1977 in Pittwater, New South Wales, Australia.
• He resided at Mt Vincent and before at Wyong in New South Wales, Australia.
9-David John SYMON was born on 1 Mar 1949 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and died in 2007 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia aged 58.
David married Mieke VERHULST on 31 Oct 1970 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. They had one son: Joshua Mark.
10-Joshua Mark SYMON was born on 6 Sep 1974 in Australia.
9-Elizabeth Anne SYMON was born on 19 Jan 1950 in New South Wales, Australia.
Elizabeth married Alexander Boyd McARTHUR 20 Aparil 1970 in Australia. They had two children: Scott McMillan and Adam Boyd.
10-Scott McMillan McARTHUR was born on 17 Apr 1971 in Australia.
10-Adam Boyd McARTHUR was born on 16 Oct 1975 in Australia.
9-Robert Gregory SYMON was born on 31 Oct 1954 in New South Wales, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Salesman in 1977 in Pittwater, New South Wales, Australia.
Robert married Wendy Lorraine MATTHEWS on 29 Jan 1977 in Australia.
Edwin next married Eliza REDPATH on 21 Jan 1946 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Eliza was born in 1877, died on 16 Jan 1958 in Westbourne Park, South Australia, Australia aged 81, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had no children.
7-Harold Robert PEAKE was born on 14 May 1886 in Mt Barker, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 25 Nov 1889 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 27 Jul 1952 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 66, and was buried in North Road Cemetery.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Gardener, Adelaide Botanic Gardens in Adelaide.
Harold married Doris Jean Grant CAMERON, daughter of Donald Stuart CAMERON and Mary Ann CAMERON, on 30 Sep 1916 in Eastwood, South Australia, Australia. Doris was born on 20 Aug 1891 in Mt Barker, South Australia, Australia, died on 1 Jul 1980 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 88, and was buried in North Road Cemetery. They had one daughter: Anne Jean Cameron.
8-Anne Jean Cameron PEAKE was born on 3 May 1920 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia and died on 27 Feb 2013 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 92.
Anne married Lancelot Harry POULTON on 2 Oct 1943 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Lancelot was born on 13 Apr 1920 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, died on 17 Jan 1994 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 73, and was buried in North Road Cemetery. They had one son: Lancelot Robin.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Signalman SX24366 (S36727), 17 Aust Inf Bgde Signals Section on 31 Aug 1942-9 Jan 1946.
9-Lancelot Robin POULTON was born on 12 Feb 1948 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia and died on 18 Nov 2019 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 71.
Lancelot married Sally Barbara SMITH on 7 Jan 1972. They had three children: Nigel Adam, Louise Robyn Cameron and Briony Eleanor.
10-Nigel Adam POULTON was born in Jul 1974.
Nigel married Lisa KING. They had two children: Emily Jane and Hamish Adam.
10-Louise Robyn Cameron POULTON was born in Jul 1980.
10-Briony Eleanor POULTON was born on 24 Dec 1982 in North Adelaide, South Austraiia, Australia.
7-Amy Henrietta PEAKE was born on 20 Oct 1887 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, was christened on 25 Nov 1889 in Penola, South Australia, Australia, died on 6 Jan 1974 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 86, and was buried on 8 Jan 1974 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide.
7-Sydney Leonard PEAKE was born on 17 Sep 1889 in Narracourte, South Australia, Australia, died on 13 Jan 1904 in Mt Barker, South Australia, Australia aged 14, and was buried in Mt Barker Cemetery.
General Notes: Advertiser, 31 Dec 1903
SERIOUS SHOOTING ACCIDENT.
Mount Barker, December 30.
Sydney Peake, the 12-year-old son of Mr. A. H. Peake, M.P., was the victim of a serious shooting accident last Saturday morning. He was out shooting with a party of young men, and while one of them, John Miels, was extracting a cartridge it exploded, and Peake, who was standing a few yards off, got the full charge just below the knee. The bone was shattered, and the calf of the leg badly lacerated. The boy was driven home, and under the care of Dr. Bloxland is progressing satisfactorily.
The Mt Barker Courier, 1 Jan 1904
Gun accident.'97Sydney Peake, the 12. year-old son of Mr. A. H. Peake, M.P., of Mount Barker, was the victim of a serious gun accident at Mount Barker Springs on Saturday morning. The lad hua accompanied a party out shooting for the day, and everything went well until the sportsmen
mustered for dinner, when a partridge which John Miels, a young man from Littlehampton, was about to extract from his gun exploded, and the lad Peake, who was only abont five yards off, received the fall charge just below the left knee and was knocked over. The small bone was shattered, and the shot became embedded in the calf of the leg. The wound was a ghastly one and bled profusely, but fortunately the party had driven out, and, everything possible having been
done to relieve and make comfortable the sufferer, he was brought in to Dr, Blaxland,
The lad throughout displayed remarkable fortitude, and it is hoped that be will soon be. about again and feel no ill-effects from his unfortunate mishap.
15 Jan 1904
The sufferer bore up remarkably well, and as the wound was healing splendidly hopes were entertained that the leg would be saved and the boy feel little the worse for his mishap.
Unfortunately, however, tetanus, commonly known as lockjaw, set in a few days ago and proved fatal. During their son's illness Mr. and Mrs. Peake received many and tangible proofs of the sincere sympathy which was felt for them by the residents generally, and the news of the death was received with very great regret. The interment took place at the local cemetery yesterday
afternoon, and included in the lengthy procession were the members of the Presbyterian
Sunday-school, of which the deceased was a scholar. The service at the graveside was conducted by the Rev. J. Mclntyre.
7-Robert Archibald PEAKE was born on 13 Apr 1891 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 21 May 1967 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 76, and was buried in Centennial Park.
General Notes: Attended Hogg's College, Hahndorf, for his schooling and eventually became the Public Trustee of South Australia.
Appointed to the State Public Service 1 July 1907. As Public Trustee his salary was 1570 pounds pa.
SA Government Gazette
1 Jul 1915 salary increased to 150-165 pounds pa
1 Nov 1915 clerk Public Trustee Dept. 150 pounds pa
See Neldners of the Western Ridge, 1858-1998.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Chief Clerk to Public Trustee in 1920-1927 in Adelaide.
• He was honoured for Justice of the Peace in Jan 1922.
• He worked as a Deputy Public Trustee in 1927-1935 in Adelaide.
• He worked as a Public Trustee & Curator Convicts' Estates 1935+ in Adelaide.
Robert married Hertha Viola SCHWARTZ, daughter of Johann August SCHWARTZ and Anna Josephine Albertine NELDER, on 20 Feb 1914 in South Australia. Hertha was born on 25 Feb 1893 in New Mecklenburg, South Australia, Australia, died on 8 Oct 1979 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 86, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had three children: Reginald Bronte, Robert Geoffrey and Archibald Bruce.
8-Reginald Bronte PEAKE was born on 26 Jun 1915 in North Unley, South Australia, Australia and died on 17 Jul 1997 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 82.
General Notes: See, Neldner's of the Western Ridge 1858-1998.
See, From Posen to Peterborough: A Klaebe Family History, by Bryce Koch, ort Elliot, 2018, pp. 16, 29.
An accountant and Justice of the Peace.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as an Accountant.
• He resided at 60 Dinwoodie Avenue in 1992 in Clarence Gardens, South Australia, Australia.
Reginald married Betty Rebekah on 12 Apr 1939.
Reginald next married Ronda Eunice AHRNS on 3 Feb 1945 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Ronda was born on 6 Jun 1921 in Tanunda, South Australia, Australia, died on 12 Sep 2007 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 86, and was buried on 18 Sep 2007. They had one son: Reginald Graham.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 60 Dinwoodie Avenue in 1999-2007 in Clarence Gardens, South Australia, Australia.
9-Reginald Graham PEAKE was born on 8 Dec 1945 in Unley, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: See, Neldners of the Western Ridge,1858-1998
Teacher and later coordinator of Arts at Murray Bridge High School. Member of the Murray Bridge Rotary Club.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a School Teacher in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 6 Williams Grove in 1992-2007 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
Reginald married Helen Adele LIEBELT, daughter of Roy Walter Berthold LIEBELT and Mary Noreen BOLTON, on 14 May 1977 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia. Helen was born on 12 Dec 1954 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia. They had three children: Sarah Helene, Matthew Robert and Rebecca Joanne.
General Notes: See, Gallasch Family History. p.118.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher in South Australia.
10-Sarah Helene PEAKE was born on 24 Oct 1981 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
10-Matthew Robert PEAKE was born on 8 Oct 1983 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
10-Rebecca Joanne PEAKE was born on 27 Nov 1985 in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a School Teacher in South Australia.
8-Robert Geoffrey PEAKE was born on 13 Feb 1920 in North Unley, South Australia, Australia, died on 15 Sep 2004 in Salisbury, South Australia, Australia aged 84, and was buried on 25 Sep 2004.
Noted events in his life were:
• Robert served in the military on 26 Jul 1940-22 Nov 1945: Sergeant S16042, Signals, 12 Australian Division, AIF.
• He worked as a Public Servant.
• He resided at 33 Frederick Street in 1992-1999 in Glengowrie, South Australia, Australia.
Robert married Mary Jean Caldwell DOWLING on 16 May 1942 in Goodwood, South Australia, Australia. Mary was born on 3 Feb 1915 in Goodwood, South Australia, Australia, died on 14 Dec 2002 in Angaston, South Australia, Australia aged 87, and was buried on 19 Dec 2002 in Nuriootpa, South Australia, Australia. They had one son: Robert John.
9-Robert John PEAKE was born on 31 Jul 1949 in North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: See 'Neldners of the Western Ridge, 1858-1998'.
Joined the Savings Bank of SA with postings to Whyalla and Mount Gambier. Transfered to Nuriootpa in 1995 and became Regional Manager for the Barossa-Riverland, Mid-North and Yorke Peninsula.
Mobile 2018 - 0427 237237
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Bank Officer.
• He was honoured for Justice of the Peace on 23 Feb 1989 in South Australia.
• He resided at 11 Mayfair Crescent in 1992 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 1 Short Street in 1999 in Tanunda, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 2 Merlot Court in 2007 in Nuriootpa, South Australia, Australia.
Robert married Judith Dawn HARDWICK, daughter of Keith HARDWICK and Doreen, on 25 Mar 1972 in Beverley, South Australia, Australia. Judith was born on 25 Oct 1952 in Mile End, South Australia, Australia and died on 21 Nov 2011 in Tanunda, South Australia, Australia aged 59. They had two children: Jason Scott and Michael John.
10-Jason Scott PEAKE was born on 7 Oct 1982 in Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia.
10-Michael John PEAKE was born on 9 Nov 1986 in Mt Gambier, South Australia, Australia.
8-Archibald Bruce PEAKE was born on 9 Nov 1925 in Kings Park, South Australia, Australia and died on 14 Aug 2010 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 84.
General Notes: Educated at Goodwood Primary School and Adelaide High School. Later at University of Adelaide.
Joined the Royal Australian Navy 3 April 1944, Service No. PA4633,during World War II as an Ordinary Seaman.
Ships posted. HMAS Bunbury, Bathurst class minesweeper.
After the war joined the Adelaide Electric Supply Co in 1946, then went on to work in the Commonwealth Public Service, from which he retired in 1982.
Noted events in his life were:
• He served in the military Able Seaman, PA4633, Royal Australian Navy, HMAS Torrens on 3 Apr 1944-30 Oct 1946.
• He worked as a Clerk, Post Master General's Department, Telephone Branch 18 Aug 1949-.
• He resided at 4 Barker Avenue in 1992-1999 in South Plympton, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 3/426 Anzac Highway in 2007 in Camden Park, South Australia, Australia.
Archibald married Valma Joan Porter BENSON on 18 Feb 1950 in North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Valma was born on 23 Jan 1929 in Croydon, South Australia, Australia and died on 4 Mar 2020 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 91. They had two children: David Anthony and Richard Ashley.
Noted events in her life were:
• She resided at 4 Barker Avenue in 1992-1999 in South Plympton, South Australia, Australia.
9-David Anthony PEAKE was born on 22 Jun 1956 in North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Civil Servant.
• He resided at 3/50 Cheltenham Street in 1992 in Highgate, South Australia, Australia.
• He resided at 1/22 Sydenham Road in 1999 in Norwood, South Australia, Australia.
David married Catherine Jane FITZ-GERALD on 2 May 1981 in Australia. Catherine was born on 8 Jan 1960.
David had a relationship with Dawn Brenda HORTON. This couple did not marry. Dawn was born on 26 Oct 1954, died on 24 Jun 2017 in Adelaide, South Australia aged 62, and was buried on 29 Jun 2017 in Kapunda, South Australia, Australia. They had three children: Melissa, Daniel and Katrina.
General Notes: Grand-children: Madison, Griffen, Isabella, Lachlan, Kaiser, Jasmine, Ivy, Zoe.
10-Melissa PEAKE .
Noted events in her life were:
• She received a degree in Bachelor of Applied Science, University of South Australia in 2001-2003.
• She received a degree in Diploma in Environmental Management, Edith Cowan University in 2009-2016.
• She worked as an Environment Officer, SA Water Jun 2017-.
10-Daniel PEAKE .
10-Katrina PEAKE .
9-Richard Ashley PEAKE was born on 4 Aug 1963 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: See 'Neldners of the Western Ridge 1858-1998'.
Noted events in his life were:
• He worked as a Manager.
• He resided at 54 Argyle Avenue in 1992-2007 in Marleston, South Australia, Australia.
Richard married Kirsty Jane LEIGH, daughter of Terry LEIGH and Libby, on 19 Nov 1994 in Somerton, South Australia, Australia. They had two children: Rachel Jane and Jessica Mae.
10-Rachel Jane PEAKE was born on 7 Feb 1996 in North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
10-Jessica Mae PEAKE was born on 25 May 1998 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Richard next married Linda Anne TURNER. They had one son: Robert Bruce.
10-Robert Bruce PEAKE was born on 11 Oct 1987 in Ashford, South Australia, Australia.
General Notes: Alternative date of birth 6 Jan 1998.
7-Beatrice Mary PEAKE was born on 3 Feb 1893 in Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia, died on 8 Jan 1950 in Fullarton, South Australia, Australia aged 56, and was buried on 9 Jan 1950 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide.
General Notes: Romance between her and Edward Deacon, who was killed in the First World War. Edward was the brother of her sister-in-law, Myra (Sunny) Deacon.
7-Grace Evelyn PEAKE was born on 18 Apr 1897 in South Australia, Australia, died on 3 Jun 1973 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 76, and was buried in Centennial Park.
Grace married Gordon James CHENNELL, son of James CHENNELL and Rosalie Ann POOLE, on 29 Aug 1925 in Unley, South Australia, Australia. Gordon was born on 17 Mar 1892 in Prospect, South Australia, Australia, died on 12 Aug 1980 in Kingswood, South Australia, Australia aged 88, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium. They had two children: Shirley Peake and John Gordon Peake.
Noted events in his life were:
• Gordon was cremated in Centennial Park Crematorium.
8-Shirley Peake CHENNELL was born on 20 Mar 1927 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, died on 25 Jun 1987 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 60, and was buried in Centennial Park Crematorium.
8-John Gordon Peake CHENNELL was born on 1 May 1930 and died on 7 Feb 2003 in Melbourne, Victoria aged 72.
John married Margaret Frances WEBB. They had two children: Sharon June and Anita Louise.
9-Sharon June CHENNELL was born on 21 Jan 1968.
9-Anita Louise CHENNELL was born on 30 Sep 1970.
7-Winifreda Alice PEAKE was born on 13 Jan 1899 in South Australia, Australia, died on 24 Aug 1966 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia aged 67, and was buried on 26 Aug 1966 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide.
Noted events in her life were:
• She worked as a Clerk, South Australian Public Service.
• She worked as a Clerk, Waite Research Institute in 1926 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
7-Lancelot Lionel PEAKE was born on 16 Nov 1901 in Mt Barker, South Australia, Australia, died on 29 Jul 1916 in Mt Barker, South Australia, Australia aged 14, and was buried on 31 Jul 1916 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide.
General Notes: The Mount Barker Courier, 4 August 1916
LANCELOT PEAKE.
The many friends of the Leader of the Opposition (Hon A. H. Peake) regretted to hear of the death of his youngest son (Lancelot) who died on Sunday from pneumonia. The deceased, who was born at Mount Barker, and was 14 years of age, was a smart and intelligent lad, had a wide knowledge of books for one so young in years, and was popular among a wide circle of juvenile friends. He was a pupil at the Sturt Street State School.
6-Frederick Charles PEAKE was born on 27 May 1861 in Kingston, Surrey, England and died on 17 Dec 1862 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aged 1.
4-Hannah PEAKE was born in 1787 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 14 Jan 1787, died in Jan 1788 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England aged 1, and was buried on 21 Jan 1788.
4-Mary PEAKE was born in 1788 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened in 1788, died in May 1788 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, and was buried on 7 May 1788.
3-William PEAKE was born in 1732 in Ripon, Yorkshire, England, was christened on 7 Apr 1732, and died in Yorkshire, England.