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2016 Number 12

 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

A LETTER FROM KELLIE

“A site like Monaro Pioneers is not built by a handful of Researchers/Administrators.”

 

A site like Monaro Pioneers is built by hundreds of people who all chip in that bit of "knowledge" they have and the rest of us just try to match it all up to make one BIG Tree.

 

I have worked on many sites and donated millions of hours, only to see those sites get to 'size' where they close off and begin charging  a "membership" fee etc to access the data and research that I supplied for free.  Not just me either. I know of many researchers who gave up 'helping' because they ended up having to pay to access data they researched and supplied for free. Not to mention  the hundreds of people who also end up having to pay for 'work/data' that was supplied free of charge.

Many moons ago when I began helping on Monaro Pioneers that was the ONE thing I kept checking and asking about...will it always be FREE?

 

Today we have a database that pretty much spans the world, is growing regularly and is FREE for everyone.  The Admins work to keep it FREE but it is YOU people who help to keep it growing.

 

Each month in the newsletter people thank the Monaro Pioneers site. Today, I would like to thank each and every one of YOU for taking the time to sign up, join in and supply those bit's of data that none of us would ever know about,,,,unless YOU told us.

 

Monaro Pioneers is built by ALL of you. I thank you for that and I am sure everyone else does too. 

Merry Christmas to you all and keep it coming. 

 

It might only be one change or one bit of information BUT in a tree ONE change can mean all the difference!

 

If you can, please chip in that bit of "knowledge" in the form of BDM certificates, newspaper articles, etc which will help Monaro Pioneers to continue growing and keep the MP Team off the streets.

 


A Plea from Ian

 

A glitch occurred with the database just before Christmas and some marriage links were corrupted. In some cases one or both spouses were missing or one or more children were missing or out of sequence.

 

I have been trying to restore these links and believe the majority of the problems ones have been resolved but I really need you all to check your various related families to see that all is as it should be. 

 

Any help you can provide to validate the marriage links will be an enormous help and greatly appreciated.  Please let me know of any problems or omissions you discover.

 

Regards,  Ian

ian@monaropioneers.com


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CURRENT CORRESPONDENCE:

 

PHILLIPS

On 2017-01-03 05:04, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Phillips,  Joseph Dennis (I2636)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I2636&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Canberra Times', 21 May 1994:

PHILLIPS, Joseph Dennis - 19.5.94, aged 90 years, late of Edgewood Park, Bateman's Bay. Loved husband of Alice (deceased), beloved father and father-in-law of Mavis and George Boyle (Yarralumla), Mervyn (Pat)(deceased) and Una (South Australia), Maureen and Eddie Holt (Sydney), Margaret and Brian Kelly (Bateman's Bay), Joey and Barb, Kevin and Maureen (Canberra). Much loved by all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was their 'pretty pop'. We love you Dad. Special thanks to all at Edgewood Park Nursing Home, Batemen's Bay.

PHILLIPS. - The funeral service for the late Mr Joseph Dennis Phillips will be held in the Anglican Parish Church of St Paul, Canberra Avenue, Manuka, on Tuesday 24.5.94 at 12 noon. At the conclusion of the service the funeral will leave for interment in the Woden Lawn Cemetery.  M H O'ROURKE.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards, Ian

 


PEEL

On 2017-01-03 05:00, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Peel,  Alice Angeline (I251359)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I251359&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Canberra Times', 20 November 1976:

PHILLIPS, Alice Angeline - November 19th at Canberra. Late of 9 Rodway St, Yarralumla. Beloved wife of Joseph, loving mother and mother-in-law of May and George Boyle (Yarralumla), Mervyn (deceased), Maureen and Edgar Hall (England), Margaret and Brian Kelly (Weetangera), Joey and Barbara Phillips (O'Connor), Kevin and Maureen Phillips (Page). Loved grandmother and great grandmother of their children. Sadly missed by all. Aged 75 years.

PHILLIPS. - The relatives and friends of the late Mrs Alice Angeline Phillips are respectfully informed that her funeral will leave St Paul's Church of England Church, Manuka after service to commence at 2 pm on Monday, November 22, for interment in the Canberra Lawn Cemetery. M H O'ROURKE FUNERALS.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards, Ian

 


THORPE

On 2017-01-02 23:25, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Thorpe,  George (I366250)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I366250&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Sydney Morning Herald', 29 June 1948:
THORPE George - June 28, 1948, (suddenly), dearly loved husband of Emma and dear father of Daisy (Mrs J Lambert), Annie, Bert, Raymond, Gladys (Mrs C Mahon), Harry and Mona (deceased), aged 77 years. See Wednesday morning's "Herald" for funeral announcement.

From 'The Sydney Morning Herald', 30 June 1948:
THORPE - The Relatives and friends of Mrs George Thorpe and Family, of 86 Campbell Street, Glebe, are invited to attend the Funeral of her beloved Husband and their dear Father, GEORGE THORPE; to leave T J Andrews' Funeral Chapel, 25 Enmore Road, Newtown, Tomorrow, Thursday, after service commencing at 10 am, for Independent Cemetery, Rookwood. T J Andrews Pty Ltd, AFDA.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards, Ian

 


PHILLIPS

On 2017-01-02 23:26, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Phillips,  Emily (I287263)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I287263&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Sydney Morning Herald', 14 April 1956:

THORPE, Emma - April 13, 1956, at hospital, Harbord, dearly loved mother of Daisy, Annie, Gladys, Herbert and Ray.  For funeral particulars see Mondays Herald.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards, Ian

 


THORPE

On 2017-01-02 23:22, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Thorpe,  George (I366250)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I366250&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Sydney Morning Herald', 21 December 1917:

THORPE-PHILLIPS. - December 21, 1892, at Cooma Church of England, by Rev F Bevon, George, second eldest son late Henry and Adelaide Thorpe, of Armidale, to Emma, second eldest daughter of late William and Ellen Phillips, of Cooma.  Present address, 159 Wigram-road, Forest Lodge.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards, Ian

 


ARMSTRONG

On 2017-01-02 22:35, Jenny Haydon wrote:

Hi Ian

I have contacted you in the past regarding updates. I would like to make a correction to George Armstrong reference MP69405.

You have his death at Casino in 1934 but this is incorrect for this George Armstrong. 

George died 13th March 1906 at Quinburra NSW aged 60. Please see attached death certificate.

Jenny Haydon

Thank you Jenny,

Regards,  Ian

 


GEE

On 2017-01-01 02:43, Warwick McCall wrote:

Proposed Change: Jane (I313332)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I313332&tree=MP

Description: OBITUARY.
It is with deep, regret that we have to record the death of Mrs. Gee, wife of Mr. F. Gee bootmaker, of this town, which took place in the Hospital on Tuesday last. The deceased was admitted to the institution a little over a week previously. She was operated up on by Drs Buchanan and Traill a few days before for an internal trouble, and although at one time it seemed that she was likely to recover, complications occurred which resulted in her death.
The deceased lady, who was 40 years of age, was a native of Warrnambool, Victoria, and came here only a few years ago. She was greatly esteemed by all with whom she came into contact, and the news of her death under such sad circumstances was received with profound regret in the community, and there were many expressions of sympathy for her (husband and family in their sad bereavement.
Mr. Gee, indeed, has experienced his full share of trouble since taking up his residence in our midst. It was only about twelve months ago that he was burnt out almost lock, stock and barrel in the fire which destroyed Mr. Cockerill's building adjoining the Albion Hotel and he himself has suffered from sickness since.
The funeral, which took place on Wednesday afternoon last ,was largely attended, and reflected the higih esteem in which the deceased was held in the community. The members of St Vincent Lodge, M.U.I.O.O.F, of which Mr. Gee was a member, marched in the procession, four of the lady members of the Society acting as pall-bearers. The pipers' band as a mark of respect came over from the Recreation Ground to Wallace-street and stood bareheaded as the procession passed by. The service at the graveside was conducted by the Rev. W. D. Kennedy in the absence of Mr. Pacey, Presbyterian minister. Many beautiful wreaths were placed on the coffin. Deceased leaves a husband and two children (Miss Ethel Gee and Mr. S. Gee) to mourn her loss.
Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal, Friday 19 November 1920, page 7

Warwick McCall
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


GEE

On 2017-01-01 01:30, Warwick McCall wrote:

Proposed Change: Gee,  Francis (I313331)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I313331&tree=MP

Description: OBITUARY
 MR. F. F. GEE There passed away in the District Hospital yesterday, at the age of 67, Franicls Frederick Gee, husband of Mrs. Elizabeth Gee, of Albert Street, Goulburn. Born at Warrnambool, Victoria, Mr. Gee, who was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Gee, had lived in Goulburn for about 12 years.
A bootmaker by trade, he had a business in Auburn Street. In addition to his widow, deceased is survived by two daughters and a son. The daughters are Doris, of Goulburn, and Ethel (Mrs. H. Roberts), of Braidwood. The son, Stanley, is at present with the A.I.F. A brother,, William, is in Victoria. The funeral will take place at Braidwood tomorrow afternoon.
Goulburn Evening Post (NSW : 1940 - 1954), Monday 21 January 1946, page 2

Warwick McCall
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


ISAAC

On 2016-12-31 20:35, Alan Isaac wrote:

Hi Ian
I've followed a link from the Monaro web site to you hoping you can help with some information on my ggggrandfather William Isaac who died in Cooma on 13 October 1861. He had previously landed ( on the David McIver) in Sydney in September 1858 with his wife Rebecca and a number of his children. I don't know what he was doing in Cooma and whether or not his family were with him. His wife and at least five of his children had come to New Zealand by 1864.
Any information that you can help with would be much appreciated.
Alan Isaac
Wellington, New Zealand
Hi Alan,

Alas, we do not have any information on William Isaac unfortunately.

Regards,  Ian

 


WHITE

On 2016-12-31 22:51, Keshia Kawaleva wrote:

Proposed Change: White,  Garnet Henry (I153563)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I153563&tree=MP

Description: Garnet Henry White. Born 4th June, died 27th June- 1907. Head stone reads 'Happy is the bud that early falls'

Keshia Kawaleva
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


GRIFFITHS/DONNELLY

On 2016-12-22 02:58, Jo Weeding wrote:

Hi Ian,

 

I've been researching a branch of my Nanna's family here in Peterborough SA, and have a cross over with Alice Louise Griffiths (Monaro ID I263357) and Mark Andrew Joseph Donnelly (Monaro ID F101091) in your database.

 

It's a pretty convoluted case - I've been working backwards to connect Alice to Mark Donnelly by cross referencing electoral rolls and Trove digital newspaper searches.

 

Essentially, Alice and Mark separated at some point before 1931, when Alice is located in Victorian electoral records in Brunswick. She's then found living close to/with a Roland Neil Antuar in 1948, with his address being referenced in his divorce case to his first wife, Sylvia Lydia (nee Hemer), and is then living with Roland as Alice Louise Antuar from 1954.

 

Sylvia went on to marry my g.g.aunt's brother in law, and is buried here in Peterborough, which is where my interest comes in.

 

Sylvia and Roland's daughter referenced an Alice L Donnelly as her father's second wife/partner; so far, I haven't found any evidence for a marriage between Alice and Roland.

 

I've connected Alice L Donnelly to Alice L Antuar through a death notice for Alice's brother Walter James, which references all of the children of James and Charlotte Griffiths, and includes Alice (Mrs Antuar, Victoria).

 

I also have a death notice and memorial notices for Dudley, in Victoria, which reference his mother and brothers, Harold and Neville.

 

I've confirmed Harold's birth in 1919 to Alice and Mark in NSw; Neville's birth is more problematic, as his military records give a date before Alice and Mark's marriage in 1914, but there's no variation of Donnelly or Griffiths that matches in the NSW records.

 

However, there are further electoral rolls that have Neville James Donnelly living at the same address that his mother Alice had been living at with Roland in 1954.

 

I'm close to finalising this branch of the family - this is really a side project on my main research - but I was wondering if/how much of this would be useful for your database.

 

I gathered from the contact page that you use Legacy software - if you're connecting to Familysearch.org Alice's ID is K858-V5T.  My username there is Missjayem, you'll be able to track the changes.

 

I'll split off a branch at your suggestion, and can forward either in Legacy or Gedcom, whichever is more practical for you.

 

Kindest regards,  Jo Weeding

Hi Jo,

Thank you for the offer, a Legacy file would be much appreciated.

Regards,  Ian

 


McKEE

On 2016-12-25 03:40, Warwick McCall wrote:

Proposed Change: McKee,  Elizabeth (I86528)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I86528&tree=MP

Description: probable death

BRANSON    Elizabeth    Death notice    09SEP1979    Death    83    late of Bega    Sydney Morning Herald    10SEP1979

Warwick McCall
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


HIBBERT

On 2016-12-25 03:49, Warwick McCall wrote:

Proposed Change: Hibbert,  Ernest (I86525)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I86525&tree=MP

Description: HIBBERT Ernest    Death notice    09JAN1960    Death    75    late of Batemans Bay    Goulburn Post    15JAN1960

Warwick McCall
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


BRANSON

On 2016-12-25 03:38, Warwick McCall wrote:

Proposed Change: Branson,  Harry H. (I86512)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I86512&tree=MP

Description: BRANSON    Harry Horman    Death notice    15DEC1979    Death    85    late of Bega    Sydney Morning Herald    17DEC1979

Warwick McCall
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


WALL

On 2016-12-18 10:11, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: Wall,  Patrick Joseph (I59090)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I59090&tree=MP

Description: Mr. PATRICK WALL

Another old Braidwood identity, In the person of Mr. Patrick Wall, of Burrowa, died recently at the Lidcombe Hospital, of which he had been an inmate on and off for the last four years. He was born at Lake George, near Bungendore, 88 years ago, and was the eldest son of the late John Wall, of Durran Durra, Braidwood. He was employed In his youth on the St. Omer station. His parents lived in Braidwood for some time. Mr. Wall drew wool from his father's home 65 years ago with bullock teams, passing through Goulburn and traveling via George street, Sydney, to Circular Quay. It was his father's home the bush rangers raided and took two side saddles, the frames of which were found some years later. Mr. Wall and his brothers, Ned and Jack, were the first to select land at Canberra. He leaves a family of 10 children, 14 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. His wife pre deceased him by 16 years.
Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal (NSW : 1888 - 1954), Friday 28 July 1933, page 2

Warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


WALL

On 2016-12-17 22:00, warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: Wall,  John (I154468)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I154468&tree=MP

Description: Mr John Wall, a very old resident of this district, died at his son's residence at Captains Flat on Thursday last. His remains were brought here for interment on Saturday. They were followed by a large concourse of friends and relatives. His wife predeceased him some years. His death was due to senile decay, at the ripe old age of 82 years.
Queanbeyan Age (NSW : 1867 - 1904), Sat 17 Mar 1900, Page 2

warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


HUMBLE

On 2016-12-01 23:59, Chris Batten wrote:

Proposed Change: Humble,  Eliza Jane (I206140)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I206140&tree=MP

Description: Please change entry for father's name for Emma Jane Humble. Her father's name is unknown; he was mooted to be the husband of the household where her mother Eliza Jane worked as a servant.  Eliza Jane did not disclose the father's name for fear she would lose her position if the man's wife (her employer)found out!!  Eliza went on to marry after Emma's birth and it is worth noting that Emma did not take on the name of her stepfather which refutes various family members' claims he was the father.  The information re Emma's father's identity was passed on to my by my grandmother, Emma Jane's daughter Annie Ellen Grace Warburton (Randall).
Chris Batten
Hi Chris,

If you check our Database you will see that Emma Jane Humble is shown as the child of Eliza Jane Humble with no father shown.

We also show Joseph Yelds and Eliza Jane Humble as additional Parents to establish the link to Eliza Jane's new family.

Joseph Yelds is shown only as a stepfather.

Regards,  Ian

Hi Ian

To be very exact, Joseph Yelds did not raise Emma Jane Humble after her mother's death, and she did not become a part of the Yelds family, although occasional contact was maintained.  The role of parenting the little girl was undertaken by Mahalath and Thomas Warburton who raised her; she married their son William when she was 19 when her stepfather had to give consent to the union as she was under age. 

Chris

Hi Chris,

OK, I have removed the link to Joseph Yelds.

Regards,  Ian

 


FORBES

On 2016-12-16 17:47, barbara thompson wrote:

Dear Ian

I just recently discovered your  Web site  and thought I should contact you, as my descendants (G.G.Grandparents) were immigrants on the Bermondsey Dec 1848.

I believe  George & Catherine FORBES  travelled from Twofold Bay to the  Monaro district, as their first 2 children were born  there.  

 

You may like to consider  adding them to your list of descendants, although they were only in Cooma, Monaro, for several years , as their 3rd child was born 1853 Yan Yean Vic (Whittlesea)

 

First born, my Great Grandfather, 

 Charles Forbes, NSW Registration No 18492303 34A/1849

Baptism Certificate ,

Born 27 May 1849 –Baptism 2 Sept 1849 –Where ceremony performed- Parish of -- , District of Maneroo, County of Auckland, N.S.W.

Parents  George Forbes= Catherine Forbes,  Abode- Cooma.  Profession- Carpenter.  Ceremony was performed by E. G. Price.

 

Second born,

Robina Forbes, NSW  Registration No 18503259 35/1850

Born 09 July 1850 Cooma NSW.

 

These are the only details I have on the Monaro Cooma years of their journey , I  do not have any records of their life at Cooma.

From 1853 onwards  I have gained an insight into their life running the Whittlesea Inn/Hotel.

 

Yours sincerely,  Barbara Thompson

Hi Barbara,

Thanks for letting us know, George Forbes now has a Pioneer Index entry.

Perhaps you might consider providing the full family details so I can add the information to our database.

Regards,  Ian

 


WALL

On 2016-12-16 16:43, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: Wall,  Thomas Joseph (I101962)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I101962&tree=MP

Description: OBITUARY
Mr Thomas Wall, of 135 Goldsmith street, died in the District Hospital on Wednesday afternoon of pneumonia, in his 69th year. He leaves a widow and one son, Mr. Frank Wall of Goldsmith street.
The late Mr. Wall was born at Wollogorang and had resided in the Goulburn district for the whole of his life. His father, the late Mr. Edward Wall came to Australia in the very early days and drove to Goulburn in a bullock dray. Mr. Thomas Wall was one of the oldest shearers in the State and had worked at his trade until two years ago since when he had been droving for the firm of W. H. Wheatley. On Thursday last he was about to take charge of a mob of sheep, but was taken ill and was removed to the hospital where he died. The funeral will take place at the Kenmore cemetery tomorrow after-noon.
Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW : 1881 - 1940), Thursday 26 November 1925, page 2

Warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


NASH

On 2016-12-15 06:02, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: Nash,  John (I120751)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I120751&tree=MP

Description: LATE MR. JOHN NASH
A Friend's Appreciation
 A long link with the past has been severed by the death, on Friday last this residence, "Lomolong," of Mr. John Nash who was a member of one of the most highly respected and one of the oldest pioneering families of the Hoskinstown district. His father and mother were natives of County Limerick Ireland, and, they came to Australia with their son, Michael, who still survives, in the ship Commodore Perry in the "forties " On arrival in Australia they came to Hoskinstown district, where the deceased gentle man was born 70 years ago. He had lived in his native district ever since, where he was engaged in grazing pursuits up to the time of his death. The deceased gentleman was of such a kindly and charitable disposition that his friends were legion. Being an omnivorous reader, he always took a keen interest in the political and economic conditions off the country and was consequently very entertaining. It is a coincidence, too, that Mr. Nash succumbed to a heart attack while reading the paper. Loved, honoured and respected wherever he went, it was not surprising that the funeral was representative one, and probably the largest ever seen at Bungendore.
An eloquent panegyric was delivered at St. Mary's Church on Sunday morning by Rev. Father M. D. O'Sullivan, who also officiated at the grave side, the remains being interred in the RC portion of the Bungendore cemetery. Two brothers who predeceased Mr. Nash are buried in Ireland, while the graves of two sisters and his father and mother are in the Bungendore cemetery. A devoted husband and father, Mr. Nash leaves behind him to mourn their loss, his widow and eight children, three sons and five daughters, namely, William, Thomas, Leo, Kathleen (Mrs. H. Nash), Veronica, Celeis, Rose and Eileen. He is also survived by two brothers, Michael (Bungendore) and James (Sydney); and a sister, Mrs. John Larkin (Rossi). The pall-bearers both at the home and graveside were Messrs. D. J. Golding, F. E. Couch: R. Ahern, H. Golding, T. Flynn, and John Cunningham. Many beautiful floral tributes were placed on the grave. The district is the poorer by the death and wide spread sympathy is extended to the sorrowing relatives.
Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW : 1881 - 1940), Friday 27 July 1928, page 7

Warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


McKAY

On 2016-12-15 06:03, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: McKay,  Catherine (I167421)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I167421&tree=MP

Description: OBITUARY
MRS. JOHN NASH
Mrs. John Nash, of Lomalong, near Bungendore, died recently at the Queanbeyan Hospital. Mrs. Nash, who was in bad health for some time had been all inmate of the hospital since December, and was 60 years of age at the time of her death. Ever since her marriage she resided at Lomalong, where she was held in the greatest respect by all in this district. The burial took place at the Catholic cemetery on February 16. The funeral was one of the largest seen at Bungendore for many years. Five daughters and three sons survive. Mrs. Nash was the youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James McKay. The Rev. M. D. O'Sullivan read the burial service at the grave side.
Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW : 1881 - 1940), Tuesday 26 February 1929, page 4

Warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


JAMIESON

On 2016-12-13 00:12, Stacey Drummond wrote:

Comments: Hello,
I am hoping to track down ANY photos of my grandfather. I have a little bit of information after finding him in your database. His name is Arthur John Jamieson. He also went by the nicknames Johnie/Johnny and Bulldog. He was born in 1932 and died 11/05/1980. His headstone is located in Delegate. I'm really hoping to be able to get something or some newspaper clippings, anything. As I don't have anything at all. Thank you for your time and I hope to hear back from you.

Kindest regards, Stacey Drummond
Hi Stacey, 

All the information and photos we have are already on our website.

I suggest you put your request on our Facebook page which has proven very successful for such requests so far.

Regards,  Ian

 


On 2016-12-12 00:01, Jean Lapthorne wrote:

Hello Ian
Thank you and others for all your hard work again over the past year
Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year,
Jean Lapthorne

Thank you Jean,

All the best wishes to you and your family as well.

Regards,

Ian and the MP Team

 


BOTTOM

From: Kerry Donaghy
Sent: Sunday, 11 December 2016 5:54 PM
Subject: Suggest a change: Bottom, Jane (I77268)

Hi Ian,

 

I tried to send a lengthy list of suggested changes via the website but it resulted in a ‘sorry’ message and everything being lost.

 

Jane Bottom died at a private hospital in Morrinsville, Waikato NZ on 4 Oct 1931. 

 

Benjamin Buckley was born c. 1857 and died at Waiterimu, Waikato NZ on 17 Oct 1923.

HUNTLY RESIDENT'S DEATH.

(By Telegraph.—Special to "Star.") HAMILTON, this day. An inquest was held at Huntly yesterday before Mr. Farrell, J.P., on the body of Benjamin Buckley, aged 66, who had been found dead in bed. The evidence showed that he left home at Tahuna on Saturday week to visit an unoccupied farm at Waiterimu, where he intended staying a week. As he did not return on the week-end one of his sons went out and found the father dead in bed. Medical evidence showed that heart failure was the cause of death, and a verdict was returned accordingly.

AUCKLAND STAR - 23 OCTOBER 1923

 

Children:

1.       Benjamin James Buckley b. 9 Apr 1883  d. 8 Apr 1966 Auckland NZ. Married 1923 NZ to Mary Irene Linda Storey (b. 17 Jun 1889 Taukau NZ d. 1988 NZ). Stillborn male child 1924. (I don’t think that he was the Benjamin Buckley who married Kathleen Moylan in Sydney 1917 because he was serving with the NZ Army in the Middle East/France during most of WWI.)

 

2.       Grace Victoria Buckley b. 1886 Carlton Victoria d. 31 May 1947 Auckland NZ. Married 1908 NZ to George Dent (b. c1878 d. 3 Jul 1945 NZ).

(i)                  George Nixon Dent b. 10 Apr 1910 at Ohinemuri, NZ.

(ii)                William John Dent b. 24 Sep 1911 Ohinemuri.

(iii)               Thelma Victoria Dent b. 7 Mar 1915 d. 11 Dec 1928 at Ohinemuri after a fall from a see-saw.

 

3.       Beatrice Adelaide Buckley b. 10 Jul 1888 North Fitzroy Victoria d. 2 Jul 1939 Auckland Hospital NZ. Married 9 May 1910 at Dardaville, Kaipara NZ to James Whitby Burdett (b. 17 Mar 1876 Thames, Waikato NZ d. 24 May 1947 Auckland NZ).

(i)                  James Whitby Burdett b. 11 Apr 1911 Dargaville d. 1986 Auckland.

(ii)                Royce Benjamin Burdett b. 21 Jul 1918 Auckland d. c2001 NZ.

 

4.       Dorothy Alexandra Buckley b. 1894 South Yarra d. 26 Jan 1958 Auckland. Invalid. Never married.

 

5.       William Nixon Buckley b. 1897 Dandenong Victoria d. 16 Oct 1950 Auckland. Married 1928 NZ to Muriel Laura Mary (aka Murielle Mary Laura) Blackburn (b. 1903 Norsewood NZ d. 1962 Devonport NZ)

(i)                  Arthur Nixon Buckley b. 3 Jun 1929 NZ d. 1986 NZ.

 

I hope that you and all those connected with the Monaro Pioneers have a wonderful Christmas and a very, very happy New Year.

 

Kind regards, Kerry Donaghy

Thank you Kerry,

We wish you and your family a very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year.

Regards,  Ian

 


On 10-12-2016 23:37, David wrote:

 Hi David

 

 For some years now I have been receiving newsletters etc; and am aware there was some change with how things were going to happen. Do we still get an newsletter? if so, I have not received one for some time.

 Or, should we just check in from time to time? I know there was the addition on Facebook but I am not a participant in Facebook.

 

 Would you mind bringing me up to date.

 

 Kind Regards,  DAVID MCKAY

Hi David,

 

Thank you for your enquiry.

 

Yes, there are changes in place in the way we at MP distribute the Newsletter. These changes have been in place now for a couple of years or so and were initiated to simplify the process.

 

What you now receive from me each month is an advisory email which contains an embedded link to an archive in the MP website which contains all the recent Newsletters. MP took this action to alleviate the large number of bounced messages created when recipient's mail systems were close to having their quota exceeded. Newsletters have tended to grow to a size of several hundred kilobytes now and easily exceed 1 megabyte if there are any images included.

 

So, in answer to your question, no, the Newsletter is no longer mailed out in its entirety, only the link. If you do want a hard/soft copy then you can save the Newsletter to your PC from the MP website.

 

The following link will take you directly to the Newsletter archive repository.

 

http://www.monaropioneers.com/Newsletter/MP%20NEWSLETTER-2016-11.html

 

Cheers,  David Knox

Many Thanks David,

Appreciate all you blokes do there. Have missed my monthly newsletter they were very interesting to read. Would appreciate you keeping me on your mailing list so that I continue to receive the link each month.

Kind Regards,  David McKay

 


CURTIS

On 2016-12-09 23:11, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Curtis,  Charles A. (I299349)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I299349&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Canberra Times', 1 December 1986:

CURTIS, Ambrose Charles. - November 30, 1986, at QDH.  Beloved husband of Marjorie.  Loved father and father-in-law of Maureen and Wolf.  Loved Poppy of Robin and Belinda.  

The relatives and friends of the late Mr Ambrose Charles Curtis are respectfully informed that his funeral will leave St Raphael's Catholic Church, Queanbeyan, after Prayers to commence at 2 pm, Tuesday, December 2, for interment in the Tharwa Road Lawn Cemetery.  M H O'ROURKE FUNERALS.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


CURTIS

On 2016-12-09 23:09, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Curtis,  Henry Harold (I45578)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I45578&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Canberra Times', 28 March 1972:

CURTIS, Henry Harold. - March 26, suddenly.  Late of Rocky Crossing, Tharwa.  Beloved husband of Iris, loved father and father-in-law of Norman and Esma (Bowning), Colin and Daphne (Shannons Flats), Joan and Alan Cameron (Canberra), Janice and Michael Jackson (Qbn), loved grandfather of their children.  Brother of Ambrose (Qbn) and Cecila Brown, Ivan (deceased) and Vera (deceased).  Stepson of Annie Curtis (Qbn).  Stepbrother of George (Qld), Doreen (deceased) and Yvonne Backhouse (Qbn).  Brother-in-law of Jim Phillips (Qbn) and Marge Curtis (Qbn).  Aged 63 years.  Rest in Peace.

The relatives and friends of the late Mr Henry Harold Curtis, of Rocky Crossing, Tharwa, are respectfully informed that his funeral will leave St Raphael's Catholic Church after Requiem Mass to be celebrated at 2.30 pm tomorrow, Wednesday, for interment in the Canberra Cemetery.  M H O'Rourke Funerals.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


BLEWITT

On 2016-12-09 23:06, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Blewitt,  Annie M. (I45960)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I45960&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Canberra Times', 24 November 1980:

CURTIS, Anne Maud. - At Woden Valley Hospital, November 22nd.  Late of 35 Derrima Rd, Queanbeyan.  Beloved widow of Jack.  Loved mother and stepmother of Thelma (Mrs Bond), George, Doreen (dec), Maxwell, Yvonne (Mrs Backhouse), Henry (dec), Vera (dec), Ambrose, Ceeley and Ivan (dec).  Grandmother and great grandmother of their children.  

The relatives and friends of the late Mrs Anne Maud Curtis are respectfully informed that her funeral will be held at 10 am tomorrow, Tuesday, in the Chapel of the Norwood Park Crematorium.  M H O'ROURKE FUNERALS.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


CURTIS

On 2016-12-09 23:04, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Curtis,  John (I16411)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I16411&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Canberra Times', 24 April 1948:

CURTIS. - The relatives and friends of the late John Curtis are invited to attend his funeral, to leave St Gregory's Church, Queanbeyan, this afternoon at 2 pm for the Queanbeyan Cemetery.  Motor Funerals (Canberra) Ltd.  

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


CHALKER

On 2016-12-09 23:03, LJ Phillips wrote:

Proposed Change: Chalker,  Clara Jane (I16410)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I16410&tree=MP

Description: From 'The Goulburn Post', 6 November 1920:

MRS J CURTIS.  The death took place at Baw Baw on November 1 of Mrs Clara Jane Curtis, wife of Mr John Curtis, at the age of 41 years.  Mrs Curtis, who had been ailing for some years, was a native of Adaminaby, and leaves a family of three sons and two daughters, all under twelve years of age.

LJ Phillips
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


CULLEN

On 2016-12-08 20:18, Karen McDonald wrote:

Proposed Change: Cullen,  Ellen (I148319)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I148319&tree=MP

Description: Named:- Ella CULLEN married 13th September 1894 John Joseph MARTIN
3 children:
Amy Beryl MARTIN b. 3rd July 1896 d. 6 July 1974 Goulburn Base Hospital, Goulburn, N.S.W
Jack G MARTIN b. 7th April 1898 d. 7th April 1898, Bega, N.S.W
Earle Russell Cullen MARTIN b. 3rd February 1900 d.15th November 1971, 54 Clack Road, Villawood, N.S.W

Ella remarried 27th October 1920 Alfred George TAYLOR

Ella TAYLOR died 12th September 1936 8 Bass Street, South Kensington, N.S.W

Exec's of Ella's Will are daughter Amy Beryl MALIN & son Earle Russell Cullen MARTIN

Karen McDonald
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian

 


CULLEN

On 2016-12-08 19:05, Karen mcDonald wrote:

Proposed Change: Cullen,  James (I148314)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I148314&tree=MP

Description: The James CULLEN that married Sarah KEENAN with 6 children died 5th February 1930 Lithgow.

His Obituary reads:-

Lithgow Mercury (NSW : 1898 - 1954)  Wed 12 Feb 1930
MR. JAMES CULLEN A TRAGIC DEATH
(From Our Ganbenang Valley Correspondent)
News of the tragic, death of Mr. James Cullen, of Medlow Bath, was
received here on Wednesday morning with general regret.
Mr. Cullen, Who was a dairyman, had business across the line at an
early hour that morning, and stepped from behind a going train, not noticing, or thinking of one approaching in the opposite direction. Death occurred almost immediately.
The late Mr. Cullen had many relatives and friends here, and was a
native of this district, having lived here for many years. Two brothers survive Michael, of Bowenfels and Patrick, of "Willaroi." A widow and grown-up family of five boys are left to mourn the loss of a loving husband and father, and to them the deepest,
sympathy is extended.
Interment was made in the Catholic cemetery, Blackheath, on Thursday. The cortege was very lengthy.

**********************************

James CULLEN who died 9th June 1930 Lismore married Blanche Maude Ubrihein and had 1 daughter.

I have a copy of his Will which mentions wife Blanche & daughter Vera.

His Obituary reads:-

Northern Star (Lismore, NSW : 1876 - 1954)  Thu 19 Jun 1930
Mr. James Cullen died suddenly at his home in Keen-street on Monday, June 9, aged 72. Deceased spent the prime of his life in the Cobargo district, far South Coast. In his younger days he was a pedestrian of no mean repute. He also had a fondness for "the gloves," and he was a formidable opponent when any boxing happened
along and invited the local lads to have about. Jim Cullen was the soul of honesty, and was held in high esteem on the far South Coast, and also in the North Coast, having come to this coast 20 years ago. He engaged in dairying, and acquired a valuable
property at Edward's Grass, near Lismore. This he eventually sold to live a life of retirement in Lismore.
He married Miss Maud Ubrehein, of Cobargo, who with his daughter
Vera, survive him. He was the third son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Cullen, pioneer selectors of Cobargo, the old homestead being close to the town.
The death of Mr. Jas. Cullen will be regretted by many friends, both in the far South and North Coast. He received a stroke of paralysis 41 years ago, from which, however, he recovered
sufficiently to pay a visit to friends and relatives of the south only last year. Mr. Henry Cullen (Boatharbour). Fred (Cobargo). Jack (Sydney) and Ned (New Zealand) are brothers; Mesdames D. Wright and F. Thelan (Cobargo), A. G. Salway (Bega-), F. H. Gillard and A. G. Taylor (Sydney), sisters.

James siblings are named as per your list.

Karen mcDonald
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


CULLEN

On 2016-12-08 18:24, Karen McDonald wrote:

Proposed Change: Cullen,  William (I102095)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I102095&tree=MP

Description: Correction to death - William died 9th August 1923
His death details below in the newspaper mentions his 4 children as per your list.

(NOTE) there is no death for a William CULLEN 24th July 1899. There is a death for a William CULLEN 24th June 1899, I have a copy of his Will

The Cobargo Chronicle (NSW : 1898 - 1944)  Sat 18 Aug 1923
Died at Newcastle on Thursday last, Mr. William Cullen, son of Mrs. M. A. Cullen, Cobargo. Deceased was about 70 years of age, and for the last 18 years had been employed as a miner at Newcastle. Mr. Cullen was twice married, his second wife predeceasing him about four years. There was no issue of the second marriage. Deceased leaves two sons, Frank (Cobargo) and Will, and one daughter
Mary. A second daughter Rose, died on the North Coast. On receipt of news of his brother's death, Mr. Fred Cullen left for Newcastle.

Karen McDonald
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


O’NEILL

On 2016-12-08 06:11, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: O'Neill,  Owen (I25473)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I25473&tree=MP

Description: This is Mary Janes O'Neills father

GOULBURN'S OLDEST RESIDENT DEATH AT 102 The oldest resident of the Goulburn district, Mr. Owen O'Neill, died at Kingsdale at seven o'clock on Monday evening. He was 102 years of age last January. For 65 years he had been in this district, and was well known to farmers and graziers in all parts. In 1857 he left his home in County Cork, Ireland, and came to Australia. He was an immigrant of that type which Australia stands so badly in need of at the present time. A lover of the land, he lost no time in securing a suitable selection. This he obtained at Gurrundah in 1862, but he came to this district immediately after his arrival in the Colony. His holding was a small mixed farm near Waterhole Creek. He had also engaged in farming and grazing pursuits in other portions of the Goulburn district. His wife, who came out from Ireland with him, predeceased him by about thirty years. For the past thirteen years Mr. O'Neill had been leading a retired life. He had only been bedridden about twelve months. He retained his faculties practically up to the last. Even within a few days before his death he could recall incidents connected with his life.
The deceased gentleman had lately been residing with his eldest daughter, Mrs. J. J. Taylor, of Kingsdale. It was at her residence that his death took place. Those who were intimate with the pioneer speak very highly of him. In his younger days he was a favourite step-dancer. His hornpipes, Jigs, and reels were greatly admired by residents of the district.
The old gentleman leaves a family of ten children-six daughters and four sons. The daughters are - Mrs. J. J. Taylor, Kingsdale; Mrs. H. Heffernan, Glen Innes; Mrs. Joseph Coves, Gurrundah; Mrs. J. Earald, Wagga; Mrs. P. Callanan, Perth, W.A.; and Mrs. J. Spackman, Gurrundah. The sons are-Messrs. Jeremiah, Temora; Owen, Gurrundah; Peter, Cootamundra; and Denis, Young. It is interesting to note that the deceased lived to see a member of his fifth generation. Recently he had his photograph taken with a representative of each generation. The funeral will leave Mrs. Taylor's residence at Kingsdale at noon to morrow (Wednesday). The interment will take place at Breadalbane at three o'clock in the afternoon.
Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW : 1881 - 1940), Tuesday 7 March 1922, page 2

Warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


HAYES

From: Helen Worth

Sent: Friday, December 09, 2016 8:13 AM

Subject: Re: Hayes Family - Michelago

Good afternoon Ian

 

I am trying to find information about my great grandmothers family.

 

The family is William Hayes, father.  Catherine, mother.

Their daughter Anastasia was born on 22 October 1850.

Their abode was stated as 'Micalego' and William was a labourer.

 

There is another William Hayes, a shepherd who was married to Bridget Hall and they had a daughter named Ellen at 'Micalego'.  Ellen was born 2nd Jan 1851.

 

 My grandmother was Violet Vine (Illegitimate) born at Bermagui who was the:

·         Daughter of Anastasia  (Ann Stanich on her birth certificate).  She recorded her birth date as about 1885 and place as Jerilderie on Violets birth certificate

·         Granddaughter of Helen (or Ellen Hayes) who married Charles Vine in about 1873 in Goulburn.

 

My problem is that, as you can see the repeat of the names Ellen and Anastasia is confusing.  This

information is from the Baptisms, numbers 399 and 400 in the Parish of Queanbeyan between 1st and 31st January 1851.

 

I believe a Vine owned portion 45 between the highway and the murrumbidgee river at Michelago, but I can not remember the Parish name.

 

I would be very pleased if you can clarify or have any information about this family.

 

Regards,  Helen

Hi Helen,

All the information we have is in our database, unfortunately there is little that will shed any new light on your challenge.  Can you please tell me who Violet married?

Regards,  Ian 

Hi Ian

Violet married Peter Joseph Bell of Newcastle NSW on 3 May 1924 at Kurri Kurri where she had been a State Ward until she was 18. After Peter's death she married a Scotsman, William Robertson.  She died at 52 years.

Regards,  Helen

Thank you,

Regards,  Ian  

 


O’NEILL

On 2016-12-08 06:09, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: O'Neill,  Mary Jane (I248494)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I248494&tree=MP

Description: Looks like there needs to be some corrections here

MRS. MARY JANE TAYLOR
 Mrs. Mary Jane Taylor, an identity of the district, died at 7:30 am. yesterday at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Agnes Funnell, of Goulburn.  She had been in failing health for the past month.  The late Ms. Taylor, who was 84 year's of age, was a native of Cork, Ireland, and at the age of 11 years came to Australia with her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Owen O'Neill,  who settled at Gurrundah, where they engaged in farming and where Mr. O'Neill lived to the age of 102 years.
Mrs. Taylor married Mr. John Joseph Taylor, and the couple went to Baw Baw, where Mr. Taylor was engaged for a time in the management of the lime kilns there. They afterwards took up residence at Kingsdale and here again Mr. Talyor worked in the lime trade. In her younger days Mrs. Taylor was a fine horse woman and frequently rode into Goulburn on horseback, taking her child ren with her.   
She remembered Ben Hall and other outlaws, and frequently spoke of their exploits. Mrs. Taylor had resided at Kingsdale for about 20 years. She was interested in most branches of sport and in her day was a noted  step dancer. She was also an ardent supporter of the Labour movement. Her husband predeceased her in July 1931, and she is survived by three sons, Henry (Portland), Owen (Maitland) : Ernest (Cullen Bullen), and five daughters, Mrs, Miller (Newtown), Mrs. Agnes Funnell (Goulburn), Mrs. Fields (Cullen Bullen); Mrs. Woods (Cullen Bullen) and Mrs. Hogan (Goulburn), One son, John, predeceased her, Messrs. Owen, Jeremiah, Peter and Dennis O'Neill are brother's, and Mrs.Coves (Gurrundah) is a sister.
Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW : 1881 - 1940), Friday 11 December 1936

Warwick
Thanks Warwick,

Can't figure out who the "Mrs Miller" is!  

Regards,  Ian

 


From: David Knox
Sent: Wednesday, December 7, 2016 12:58 PM
Subject: Monaro Pioneer's Newsletter - October 2016

 

Dear ted1,

The November 2016 edition of the Monaro Pioneers Newsletter is now available from the Monaro Pioneers website. 

 

Here is the link to access this edition  .....

 

http://www.monaropioneers.com/Newsletter/MP%20NEWSLETTER-2016-11.html

 

Seasons Greetings from the MP Team, Kellie, Michael, Bruce, Ian & David.  Keep safe.

 

Thank you & enjoy,

 

David Knox

Newsletter Editor

Monaro Pioneers

Thank You David,

Brenda and I wish Yourself and all the staff at MP all you could wish Yourselves for the Festive Season.

 

Ted & Brenda Washbrook

 


PHILLIPS

Subject: PHILLIPS FAMILY PHOTO

Date: 07-12-2016 16:33

From: John Tozer

Hi David,

 

After some information was passed to me through the Facebook web site, can you please amend the note on the Phillips family photo in the Pioneers to

read:

 

L-R: Harold, Janette (nee Scott) nursing Rita, Alice, John Phillips with William in front, Frank, Clara, Elsie and George.

The photo was taken outside the Little Plain (Jerangle) pub circa 1912.

 

We are still investigating the date and location of the photo so I will advise you later if this information changes.

 

Regards,  John Tozer

Hi Bruce, Ian,

Can you please action this request from John Tozer.

Thanks,  David

Hi John,

Is the photo to which you refer located on the Monaro Pioneers Website?

If so, on which page is it located?

Regards,  Ian

Ian,

I think I have done it!

Regards,

John Tozer

 


McGARVEY

On 2016-12-07 06:29, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: McGarvey,  Maria (I342341)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I342341&tree=MP

Description: The Late Mrs. John Reardon, Junee.
The death occurred on Saturday morning week, after a long illness, at the age of 80 years, of Mrs. John Reardon, resident for almost a lifetime of this community. She had been ailing for some considerable time, and bore her sufferings, which were at times very great, with that Christian fortitude which was characteristic of her. Deceased had lived in Junee over 60 years. She was a young woman teaching at Wheeo, and after her marriage went to Junee when there were but two buildings in the place; this was sixty years ago. Mrs. Bartlett and Mrs. Mosley (Sydney) are sisters; Miss Tilly McAlier is a niece; Mr. D. McGarvey (Junee), Mr. E. Mosley (Croyden), Mr. C. Mosley (Goulburn) are nephews; Mr. J. J. Worthington (Cootamundra) was married to a sister of the late Mr. John Reardon. The Worthington boys of Junee, Illabo, and Bethungra, are nephews. The funeral was largely attended by people from all round the district; the Right Rev. Monsignor O'Connell read the prayers at the graveside, and Messrs. Black and Pickles attended to the mortuary arrangements.
In the early days, at Bangalow deceased married Mr. John Reardon, and the pair came to Junee and settled on their wellknown property, 'Rosslyn,' where they lived for many years, and those years will have pleasant recollections for many people of this community; the most lavish hospitality was always extended to a large circle of friends at the home. In the winter of their life, just fifteen years ago, they sold out the Rosslyn property, and went to live in Junee, in the house occupied by Mrs. Reardon at the time of her death; it was here also that her husband predeceased her six years ago. As a woman, the late lamented lady possessed a nature which was of the finest gold, benignant to a degree, easily approached, and ever ready to befriend an acquaintance; she radiated ease and composure amongst those with whom she came in contact; her wonderful smile was infectious, and all felt that in Mrs. Reardon there was one whom they could implicitly trust; enemies she had none, and she bore no grudges; she just lived the fine Christian life which seemed to be part of her very being. Her adopted daughter, Mrs. Alex Reid, nursed her through long years of illness, and at times almost total blindness.
Freeman's Journal (Sydney, NSW : 1850 - 1932), Thursday 5 August 1926, page 44

Warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


REARDON

On 2016-12-07 06:20, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: Reardon,  John (I304613)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I304613&tree=MP

Description: Mr. John Reardon.
Mr. John Reardon, one of the pioneers of the Junee district, died at his residence, Junee, on the 29th ult., after a brief illness. Mr. Reardon was born at Sutton Forest in March, 1842, and was thus over 78 years of age. He lived in that locality and around Lake George for a number of years, and 48 years ago was married at Goulburn to Miss McGavie, then a teacher in the Public Instruction Department. Two years afterwards he came to Junee, and took up land known as "Roslyn," on which he resided up to about 12 years ago, when he removed to Junee.
He leaves a wife, an adopted daughter, and one sister, Mrs. Worthington, of Thorn Hill, Frampton; Mr. Patrick Reardon, of Collector; Mr. William Reardon, of Milby, Condobolin; Mr. Edward Reardon, Collector.
He wes a great benefactor to the local hospital and charitable funds, and took a deep interest in the Hibernian Society and the Junee Show Association. During his last illness he was attended by his friend of many years, the Very Rev. Dean O'Connell. The funeral was largely attended, people coming from Gundagai, Tumut, Gobarralong, Bethungra, and other places to pay a last tribute of respect to a man so universally liked. The Junee Show Association was represented by Messrs. K. D. Hammond (president), J. S. Howe (treasurer), and Mr. T. C Humphrys (secretary). The Hibernian Society was represented by Bro. C. J. O 'Sullivan. The prayers at the grave-side were read by Dean O 'Connell. R.I.P
Catholic Press (Sydney, NSW : 1895 - 1942), Thursday 7 October 1920, page 19

Warwick
Thank you,

Regards,  Ian 

 


DARMODY

On 2016-12-07 01:18, Peter Darmody wrote:

Hi Ian
I notice that the pioneers index has nothing on the Darmody family.

I would like to put together a section on this family.  I assume that each section can be subsequently edited, because there are lots of family members who may wish to make additions.

I was born in Cooma in 1945, and went to school at the Peak View one-teacher school, and in Cooma.

Do you have any guidelines for such entries?
Regards,  Peter Darmody

Hi Peter,

Please look again, there is now an entry for John Darmody.

Please send any additional or correctional information to me and I will update our database.

Regards,  Ian

 


From: David Knox
Sent: 07 December 2016 15:49
Subject: Monaro Pioneer's Newsletter - October 2016

 

Dear Tony Ablong,

The November 2016 edition of the Monaro Pioneers Newsletter is now available from the Monaro Pioneers website. 

 

Here is the link to access this edition  .....

 

http://www.monaropioneers.com/Newsletter/MP%20NEWSLETTER-2016-11.html

 

Seasons Greetings from the MP Team, Kellie, Michael, Bruce, Ian & David.  Keep safe.

 

Thank you & enjoy,

 

David Knox

Newsletter Editor

Monaro Pioneers

Hi David,

 

Many thanks for the latest Newsletter, and season’s well-wishes.

 

The Ablong family wishes the MP team, you and your family the best for the festive season and 2017.

 

Keep up the good work.  The audience is growing and appreciate your efforts.

 

Regards, Tony Ablong

 


From: Alison Turner
Sent: Monday, 5 December 2016, 17:45
Subject: Re: Monaro history


On 02-12-2016 21:03, Alison Turner wrote:
> Hi David
>
> I am writing on behalf of the Australian National Botanic Gardens
> where I am a volunteer guide
>
> We are hosting the Australian volunteer botanic guides conference in
> October 2017 . There should be guides from sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
>  Perth and elsewhere in Australia
>
> My job is to organise an excursion to three country gardens- which is
> in progress.
>
> I was interested in telling the guides something of the history of the
> Monaro region on our long trip there  from Canberra, including some
> interesting stories.
>
> I was wondering if you have a general history you could direct me to
> and/ or some sources of stories. I note there is a lot of information
> on your website , but it is probably more a research base and not the
> easiest to extract the more " big picture " information from
>
> Hoping you are able to assist
>
> Kind regards,    Alison Turner FIPAA
Hi Alison,

Thank you for your email.

 

Other than researching from the list of books shown on the Monaro

Pioneers website,

 

http://www.monaropioneers.com/books.htm#100%20YEARS

 

then my suggestion would be to post your email on the Monaro Pioneers

Facebook website and see what suggestions our readers put forward.

 

Hi Bruce,

Could you post Alison's email onto the MP Facebook page.

 

Thanks,  David
Hi David and Alison,

 

David, I have posted Alison's email onto our Facebook page as requested.

 

Alison, I have provided our Facebook page members your email address should they have any suggestions.

 

Regards,  Bruce

 

The purpose of this newsletter is four-fold:
1. To let people know about all our activities including: the "Back to Nimitybelle" Book and the Monaro Pioneers Website.
2. To collect email and postal addresses of as many people as we can, so that they may be invited to contribute to this archive.
3. To collect Historical information about the Monaro District and the Families that have lived there.
4. And most importantly the newsletter is a venue for people who have an interest in the district to keep in contact with each other.

 

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