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2019 Number 1

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KELLIE’S CORRESPONDENCE:
The Chinese Whispers of Genealogy

Family Story.
Passed down over generations that every researcher is adamant is 100% true and  correct and yet one sentence whispered into the ear of the person beside you and so on, in a room of 10 people NEVER comes out the same as it went in.

Family Stories change over time and that is all there is to it.
Family members omit the parts they do not like and exaggerate the parts they do like.
In one generation 'pop' bought a block of land, the next a big block of land the next 'pop' owned half of town.

I have seen stories where people are adamant their ancestors were from Royalty in Scotland and even place newspaper notices over many generations repeating the same claims.
Then we find those ancestors arriving as "Assisted Immigrants" with occupations such as: farm servant, house servant or groom. 
All too common.

Family Stories generally have a 'base' of truth somewhere but finding that 'base' cannot be accomplished by following the family story with your eyes closed to all the events taking place in and around that family. 
Being able to recognise and admit to the misconceptions in your family story is the only way to be able to restore it to it's original tale and pass it on for future generations.

Not only is this the right thing to do but it honours our ancestors.
It shows we care about how we got here and respect them for what they accomplished, what they went through and what they amounted to in their lives.

Some stories were made to cover up shameful goings on.
I doubt the person making up the story ever dreamed it would be passed down generation to generation and deemed in 100 years time to be True and Factual events.
It was just a simple 'porky pie' made up (on the spur of the moment) when asked about an event and then forgotten about.

Once such case:
A man from the US contacted us years ago seeking information on his grandfathers Australian family history. His Family Story was "granddad was about 5yo when his father died and his mother remarried a man who turned out to be an abusive drunk. After years of drunken abuse and watching his mother being bashed, at age 12yo he lost all control and hit his step-father in the head with an axe, killing him. Scared of arrest he hid on board a ship (as a stowaway)heading to America, where he changed his surname on arrival to prevent being found"

Research into this line found almost nothing to be true.
The mother was unmarried when she had a number of children all registered with father UNKNOWN.
The mother did marry (when granddad was about 5yo) but there are no police records or anything to suggest there was any abuse. No records of drunkenness or arrests.
No records for the step-fathers death or of his murder.
There are records to show the mother began having an affair soon after marriage and the husband was suing for divorce on grounds of desertion and adultery.
There are records showing granddad (and siblings) were being neglected, by the mother, not attending school and being arrested for minor offenses.
There is also a shipping record for granddad at age 18, as a crew member working his passage to the US.

WHY would granddad impart such a lavish story on his children?
WAS it to hide his illegitimacy and protect his mother who was bearing a number of illegitimate children to (apparently) a number of different men?
WAS it to "make it someone else's fault" namely the step-dad?
WAS it to add heroism and adventure to a shameful beginning?

Who knows?
Although I doubt it was one long story related in one sitting.
I'd say it was a bit here and a bit there when questions were asked and granddad probably thought that was the end of it and it wouldn't go any further. 
I seriously doubt  he thought everyone would be gossiping about it in private and connecting their bits from here and there and forming a whole story. Like a jigsaw puzzle.

I wonder if granddad would have continued with the same story if he knew the impact it would have on his grandchildren, who in adulthood, would explore his ancestry and want to check how his poor abused mother and siblings made it through life. 
If they finally managed to have a good life and die happy.
If the authorities were ever seeking granddad for murder and if there was anyway of finding the ship he 'stowed away' on.
ONLY to find it was all lies!
NO DOUBT some parts of granddads story were embellished by his family to make a better story.
What granddad originally told his children and what they passed down many years later would have been two different versions. Similar but with a few extra fairy stars and smiley faces.

Family Stories are the Chinese Whispers of Genealogy. 
No story ever comes out the way it went in.
MORE TO FOLLOW NEXT MONTH (Ed.)

CURRENT CORRESPONDENCE:

DICKSON

On 2019-02-01 17:11, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Dickson, Leslie (I405890)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I405890&tree=MP

Description: The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW )  Mon 12 Jul 1926  Page 9 

DICKSON - The relatives and friends of Mrs Burlington are kindly invited to attend the funeral of her beloved son Leslie to leave Waterfall this day at 3.00pm for Waterfall Cemetery. Train leaves Central at 11.50.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=865&v=Cgx9vmnz3Po&fbclid=IwAR14XNVvFPcwmCH2TAObMDE5Ph7xM84HckOLluTs1nmWnEO5Pl28P6RM--w( Short Documentary Waterfall the forgotten cemetery ) 

http://austcemindex.com/cemetery.php?id=2268&fbclid=IwAR1Fzg0iMcGxMJCp2JyrFSv_oZCM1p1lGVynws24QLqZVw0BAKi81TRg9Zw ( over 2000 souls rest in this cemetery. Story on this link of councils neglect and voluteers doing their best to restore it. )

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

BAILEY

On 2019-01-31 22:08, Christine Robertson wrote:

Proposed Change: Bailey, Amy L. (I205177)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I205177&tree=MP

Description: I am the granddaughter of Amy Louisa Bailey who married Harry Thompson on 8 August 1915 in Sydney, NSW.  I noted you do not have a date of death for Amy.  We do not have the original documents in family records because of a burglary at her great-granddaughter's home, but the information here provided is correct.

Amy Louise Thompson was born 22 January 1892 in Cooma. She married Harry Thompson (not, Henry Thompson) whose correct name on his birth records is Harald R Trondsen, (his parents came from Norway) but he seems to only known his name throughout is life as Harry Thompson the name that appears on their married certificate and when he signed up for WW1.  Amy Louisa died on 21 November 1968 in hospital in Southport, QLD, after a short illness.

Harry/Harald was born in Sydney in 1886 as per BMD records and died on 10 June 1985 in hospital in Brisbane.  Interred at Mt Gravatt Crematorium, QLD.

Hope this info is useful.

Kind regards
Christine Robertson, born Fleming

Christine Robertson

Thank you,
Regards, Ian

CLUGSTON

On 2019-01-31 06:45, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Clugston, Dugald (I83580)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I83580&tree=MP

Description:  Tweed Daily (Murwillumbah, NSW 1914 - 1949) Sat 18 May 1946  Page 2 

OBITUARY

Mr Dugald Clugston

The death occurred in Lismore Base Hospital yesterday of Mr Dugald Clugston, of Tweed Street, Murwillumbah, after a short illness.  The late Mr Clugston was born at Bodalla, South Coast, 69 years ago. Forty six years ago he came to the Richmond district, where he engaged in farming before going into the sawmilling and hotel business in Queensland. He had resided on the Tweed for the past 17 years.
He is survived by his wife and a family of two daughters and one son. Another son died nine years ago. Mr Raymond Clugston, of Kilcoy (Q.) is a son, and daughters are Mrs W. O Dawes (Ona), of Commissioner's Creek, and Miss Glen Clugston, of Murwillumbah. There are four, grandchildren.
The funeral will move from st Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Murwillumbah, today after a service commencing at 2.30 pm for the Presbyterian portion of the new general cemetery.

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/182188567/dougald-clugston ( Location of Dugald's resting place + other family members resting places and obituaries. 

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

CLUGSTON

On 2019-01-31 06:15, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Clugston, Ellen (I83544)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I83544&tree=MP

Description:  Tweed Daily (Murwillumbah, NSW 1914 - 1949)  Mon 12 Jun 1933 Page 2

 OBITUARY

Mrs. Ellen Ireland

The death occurred at her residence in Peter Street; Murwillumbah; about 8 p.m. on Saturday night of Mrs. Ellen Ireland (68). The deceased had been living in Murwillumbah for about two years, and previously resided at Eumundi (Queensland) for - twenty years.
She was ailing for about three weeks before her death. Her maiden name was Ellen Cluxton, and she married at Bodalla. Her husband Mr. George Ireland; survives her, also nine children: Richard Ireland (Sydney).,Barbara Eileen Dundas Crawford (Kingaroy Queensland) Elizabeth Jane Graham (Murwillumbah)  Ross George Ireland (Murwillumbah) David Carment Ireland (Murwillumbah) Maud Isabella Cowan (Cairns Queensland) Robert Thomas Ireland (Murgon Queensland) Edith Amelia Rita Burrell (Eumundi Queensland) and Ivy May Diamond (Murwillumbah).
Mrs Ireland's mother is still living in Mullumbimby, hale and hearty at the age of 86. She visited her daughter at Murwillumbah a week or two ago. Three sisters and four brothers also survive Mrs. Ireland. They are: Mrs. J. Garrett (Sydney) ; Mrs, J. Ireland (Murwillumbah) ; Mrs. Richard Ireland (Mullumbimby);- Messrs. Thomas Cluxton (Sydney) ; Robert (Sydney) ; D. Cluxton (Doon Doon) ; and Ronald Cluxton (Ewingsdale).- The late Mrs. Ireland celebrated her golden wedding on December 20 last year.
The funeral left the residence in Peter Street at 3 p.m yesterday for the Seventh Day Adventist portion of the new cemetery, Old Lismore Road. Rev. C: J. Griffin conducted a short service at the home and officiated at the graveside. The pall-bearers were four sons and two sons-in-law. The floral tributes were very numerous.

( Typos of Cluxon, should read Clugston )

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/192606008/ellen-ireland ( Buriel Location and details of Ellen's family members )

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

DICKSON

On 2019-01-31 04:36, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Dickson, William (I168816)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I168816&tree=MP

Description:  The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate (Parramatta, NSW : 1888 - 1950)  Sat 22 Jul 1905 

A SAD CASE

A comparatively young man named William Dickson, who had been at work at the Government Quarries, in the Moruya electorate, a few weeks ago, was injured by some stone falling on him. He was forwared six weeks ago to Rookwood, where he was attended to by the Government Hospital. His young wife and family came also, so as to be near him during his illness, and took up their residence in Joseph-street, near to the institution. Dickson, however, died on Saturday, after six weeks treatment. He was buried in the Congregational Cemetery, Rookwood, on Sunday, Mr. R. Metcalfe arranging the funeral. The deceased leaves a widow with four children, tho oldest being only 11 years of age.

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

AUSTIN

On 2019-01-31 03:20, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Austin, Emma (I137415)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I137415&tree=MP

Description:  The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal (NSW : 1888 - 1954)  Wed 16 Jul 1902  Page 2

OBITUARY Mrs William McCauley died at her residence at Currawang, Clyde River, on Thursday evening last. She was highly respected, and her death is deeply regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends, her husband's people and her own (the Austins, of Runnymede) being amongst the earliest settlers in the Clyde River district. She leaves a husband and a family of six. Her funeral on Saturday was largely attended.

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

JONAS

On 2019-01-31 02:32, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Jonas, George (I216088)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I216088&tree=MP

Description: 8896/1920 JONAS GEORGE AH CHUNG AMY H MORUYA (Possible Marriage Reg)

https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/2293101/memorial-search?firstName=&lastName=Jonas&page=1#sr-175540483 ( Amy first grave listed ) fits dates of his wive's passing from George's obit. 

 The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal (NSW : 1888 - 1954)  Fri 20 Mar 1942 

THE LATE MRS JONAS 

General regret was expressed in the Mongarlowe end of the district at the passing of Mrs. G. Jonas, which occurred in Braidwood Hospital on Sunday morning. She was a native of Rhyl (North Wales), and had resided in the Braidwood district during the past 13 or 14 years, coming here from Bateman's Bay. The deceased was 78 years of age. She had been in fairly good health, being able to go about her household duties and to walk into the township for the mail and provisions. On Thursday, however, she had a seizure. Her husband, who is almost blind, and is ill, knew nothing of the occurrence. His calls to his wife through the night brought no response, but apparently he was not unduly alarmed, as Mrs. Jonas was very deaf. Next morning the neighbours heard the old man calling out, and they went across to the house, where they found the old lady in a serious condition. She and her husband were brought immediately to the Braidwood Hospital by Sergt. E. Jonas, who, by the way, is in charge of the police station at Cobargo. The very best care and attention were unavailing, and the old lady passed away as stated. A quiet old soul, she enjoyed the esteem of everyone she came in contact with. She was a good neighbour and one who helped the various functions in the locality to the best of her ability. The remains were interred in the C. of E. cemetery at Braidwood on Monday, the Rev. Rose officiating at the graveside.

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

On 2019-01-31 01:54, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Jonas, George (I216088)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I216088&tree=MP

Description:  The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal (NSW : 1888 - 1954)  Fri 20 Aug 1943  Page 2

THE LATE MR. GEORGE JONAS 

As reported briefly in a recent issue, the death occurred at Braidwood on 12th August of Mr George Jonas, an old and well known identity of the district. He was born at Tantulean, near Mongarlowe, 85 years ago, and went to the south coast when a young man. For nearly 35 years he followed the occupation of bullock driver, and always had a great team. He was very popular about the timber mills, establishing the reputation of being a splendid worker and one of
the most honest men it would be possible to meet. He interested himself in racing and either owned or had shares in such well known horses as Grand Malt, Robin and the crack jumper Sportsman. These horses won many races and prizes. After retiring from active work Mr Jonas came back to Braidwood to live, residing at Mongarlowe. On the death of his wife some 12 months or so ago, he went to live with his brother and later came to Braidwood, staying with Mr Tom Higgs. The old man took no part in any of our public organisations, preferring to live quietly. He did not have an enemy. Three brothers survive, viz., Joshua (Nelligen), Samuel (Sydney) and John (Mongarlowe). Two brothers, William and James, and two sisters predeceded him. The funeral took place in Braidwood on Saturday, the Rev. S.
Robertson performing the ceremony.

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

AUSTIN

On 2019-01-30 21:58, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Austin, Mary Myrtle (I168887)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I168887&tree=MP

Description: The Braidwood Review and District Advocate (NSW : 1915 - 1954)  Tue 20 May 1952  Page 1 
          
Tragic Passing, of Mrs G Wheatley
                 
AT FAMILY REUNION

Milton was anything but a typical Mother's Day after the sad news spread that Mrs. George Wheatley had passed away at Bateman's Bay on Saturday, just after a family re-union had concluded.
Mrs. Wheatley, who had been ailing for some time, but kept the fact from her children, had been looking forward happily all last week to joining her brothers and sisters at a family re-union on Saturday night at the home of her sister, Mrs. L. Knight, at Bateman's Bay, for which, almost every member of her family had gathered. She was driven down by a relative on Saturday morning, and joined the famlly, the Austins, one cousin she had not seen for 30 years for the evening. They had planned to make a pilgrimage to their parents' grave at Nelligen on Sunday. 
Just as the party was about to break up, Mrs. Wheatley took a 'turn,' and, although the local doctor was summoned and was on the spot within a few minutes, she was beyond their aid, having passed away. Word was sent to her family in Milton, and Mr. Wheatley lost no time in hurrying to the Bay, followed shortly afterwards by other members of the family.

BORN IN NELLIGEN DISTRICT

'Born in the Nelligen district, her parents were the late Mr. and Mrs Herbert Austin, who were well-known in the Braidwood district before they settled in the Nelligen district. A genuine type of the Australian country wife and mother, she married her husband at Moruya in 1912, and they had a family of seven, most of whom still live in this district. Residents of this district will tell you of her wonderful neighbourly spirit and actions, and that she was never known to decline aid to neighbours, near and far, even at great inconvenience to herself. Only a few days before her death she was consoling a neighbour whose husband had been admitted to  hospital with serious injuries, although she, herself, was far from well. Her children idolised her, and everyone in the district respected her for her sterling womanly character, and there was many a silent tear in the homes of this and the Nelligen district when the terrible news of her passing circulated the district between Milton and Ulladulla and along the banks of the Clyde River, where she had so many friends. She will be sadly missed from among us, and we join with the whole of the community in extending deepest sympathy to the bereaved husband and family.

LONG FUNERAL CORTEGE.

The funeral, which moved from their home in Milton on Monday morning, following a short service at the home, was one of the largest ever seen in the district, consisting of about sixty cars, which brought people from as far south as Bateman's Bay and Moruya and from Braidwood on the Tablelands. The service at the Sandridge, Cemetery was conducted by the Rector of Milton, Rev. Sherlock, who also conducted the service at the home. At the conclusion of the service the mound was covered with over 100 floral trokens of the love and esteem in which she was held. It was a great, tribute to a fine woman and wife and mother. To mourn their loss she has left her  husband, four sons and three daughters. They are: Messrs. Jack, William. Keith (Corrimal), and Kevin, and Mesdames F. Higgins (Doreen), Jack Mathie (Shyllis), and S. Maguire (Shirley) and a number of grandchildren. Her sisters include Mesdames L. Knight and Brennan (Bateman's Bay), H. Muller (Botany), L. Honan and H. Backhouse (Moruya), and brothers are Messrs. W., J., H., and C. Austin. Milton 'Times.'

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

DONOVAN

On 2019-01-30 19:40, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Donovan, Edward Joseph (I164045)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I164045&tree=MP

Description:  The Picton Post (NSW : 1907 - 1954)  Thu 24 Feb 1949  Page 5

Death Of Edward Donovan

Edward Donovan, who died at Camden on Tuesday, February 1, under tragic circumstances,  was a native of Moruya, had farmed there and reared a large family, before moving to Cobargo and thence to Camden. He was suffering from a growth and had been ill for months before his death. A son of Michael and Catherine Donovan, of Moruya, deceased was 53 years of age. Brothers were Ernest (Sydney) and James, Jack and Michael, all of Moruya. Sisters were Mrs W. Flynn (Moruya), Mrs. J. Honan (Moruya) and Mrs. P. Geraghty (Sydney).
The late Edward Donovan had nine children and was predeceased by his wife who was a member of the well known Lavis family of Moruya.
The names of all the children are not known but one is now living at Picton, one at Eden, one at Moruya and two in Sydney.
Deceased was highly regarded in Moruya. For many years he share farmed there on Mr. A. Louttit's property and he also farmed at Cobargo. It was on the Onslow Estate at Camden, that be probably did his best work as a farmer. Fond of horses he would never used a tractor if a horse could be found and, up to the time of his illness that brought about his death, he was happy and contented. 'Moruya Examiner'

John Smith
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Regards, Ian

HONAN

On 2019-01-30 18:33, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Honan, Patrick B. (I180866)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I180866&tree=MP

Description: The Sun (Sydney, NSW : 1910 - 1954)  Fri 3 Feb 1911  Page 1 

KILLED BY A FALLING LIMB.
MORUYA, Friday
While employed timber-cutting yesterday on Buckenboura-road, Patrick Honan was instantly killed by a falling limb, which struck him on the back of the head.

 The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal (NSW : 1888 - 1954)  Sat 11 Feb 1911  Page 2 

Patrick B. Honan, aged 26, son of Mr. P.Honan, of Mogo, was accidentally killed on Thursday week by a limb of a tree falling on his head. Deceased was squaring a log in the bush with P.J. Pollock and the two men were standing within a foot of each other, when, without warning, a limb measuring 3 or 4 inches in diameter fell from a tree, and striking Mr. Honan on the head, causedd a fractured skull and instantaneous death. The limb fell from a height of 80 or 90 feet.

https://www.austcemindex.com/inscription?id=3259918 ( Photo of Patrick's resting place )


John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

HONAN

On 2019-01-30 18:09, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Honan, Thomas F. (I180865)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I180865&tree=MP

Description:  The Sun (Sydney, NSW : 1910 - 1954)  Mon 27 Dec 1926  Page 4 

FATAL FALL FROM HORSE

MORUYA, Monday

Thomas Honan, 22, youngest son of Mrs. P. Honan, was killed yesterday on the Mullenderree-road. It Is surmised that the horse he was riding fell and that Honan's head struck the railing of a culvert. He died an hour later in the local hospital.

The Nowra Leader (NSW : 1909 - 1939)  Fri 7 Jan 1927  Page 4 

Thomas Francis Honan, youngest son of Mrs Mary Honan, of Moruya, met a Tragic end by being thrown  from his horse on Sunday, 26th nit. He was a most devoted and attentive son to his widowed mother, whose sole support he was; and for whom the greatest sympathy is felt through out the Moruya district. Deceased was a splendid type of a young Australian, strong, with a bright and happy disposition. The late Mr Honan was a close relative of the Donovan family of Nowra.

John Smith
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Regards, Ian

HONAN

On 2019-01-30 00:57, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Honan, Margaret (I188705)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I188705&tree=MP

Description: Empire (Sydney, NSW : 1850 - 1875)  Wed 13 Jul 1859  Page 2 

A GIRL BURNT TO DEATH.-The mortal remains of a girl 15 years old, a daughter of Mr. P. Honan, was interred on Thursday last, in the Moruya Roman Catholic cemetery. The cause of death was produced by her clothes catching fire whilst washing some clothes some distance from her father's house. When encompassed by the devouring element, she frantically threw herself into a deep water hole, out of which she was drawn by a faithful servant, a dog, which then began to howl so loudly and piteously that he ultimately attracted the father's notice. She lived but five days afterwards.

John Smith
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Regards, Ian

HIBBERD

On 2019-01-29 22:16, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Hibberd, Walter (I305167)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I305167&tree=MP

Description:  Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate (NSW : 1876 - 1954)  Mon 2 Jun 1924  Page 4

HIBBERD - Died at O'Kato, New Zealand, May 2 in his 44th year, Walter Joseph Hibberd, beloved son of Joseph Hibberd, Braidwood and brother of Clara, Sarah, Edith, Kathleen, William and Frederick.
Interest by Federick Hibberd, 3 Charles Street, Wickham.

 HAWERA & NORMANBY STAR, VOLUME XLVIII, ISSUE XLVIII, 30 JUNE 1924 ( source: 
https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/ )

At the annual meeting of the Tarurntangi Co-operative Dairy Company Ltd, on Saturday, very appreciative reference was made to the sterling qualities of the late manager of the factory Mr W. Hibberd and it was resolved to grant Mrs Hibberd a bonus of 30 pounds, including two weeks holdiady allowance which was due to Mr Hibberd at the time of his death.

Buried at O'kato Cemetery. 87 Carthew Street
Okato, , Taranaki
New Zealand

https://billiongraves.com/grave/Walter-Joseph-Hibberd/19296991 ( Photo of resting place for Walter and his wife Mary )

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

HIBBERD

On 2019-01-29 20:42, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Hibberd, Sarah Bridget (I154904)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I154904&tree=MP

Description:  Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate (NSW : 1876 - 1954)  Mon 4 Jul 1949  Page 2 

SATTLER - The Relatives and Friends of Mr. and Mrs. T. BOYD.
of 112 Parry-street, Cook's Hill, Mr and Mrs W. NEWPORT (Victoria), Mr. and Mrs. R. BACKHOUSE (Braidwood). Mrs M HIBBERD {New Zealand), Mrs. F. HIBBERD, and FAMILIES (Broadmeadow), are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of their dearly beloved sister, sister-in-law and aunt. SARAH BRIDOET SATTLER, oF 248 High street, West Maitland,, to move from Frank T. Melghnn's Mortuary Chapel, King-street West, Newcastle, This Monday Afternoon, at 3.30 o'clock for the Catholic Cemetery, Sandgate.

John Smith
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

HIBBERD

On 2019-01-29 18:53, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Hibberd, Frederick Wardley (I152494)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I152494&tree=MP

Description: The Braidwood Dispatch & Mining Journal (NSW)  Fri 21 May 1948  Page 2

OBITUARY

MR FREDERICK HIBBERD

Ths death occurred on 14th May at Newcastle of Mr Frederick Hibberd, aged 78 years. Deceased was the eldest son of the late Mr and Mrs Joseph Hibberd, of Brooman. His death was not altogether unexpected as he had been ill for five or six weeks and the end came peacefully. In the early part of his life he worked at the butter factory at Bega, where he married Miss McGuiness, later going to the North Coast and finally settling at Newcastle. 
He is survived by his wife, three daughters and four sons.
One son predeceased him many years ago, being killed whilst steeplechasing at Caulfield (Vic). Four sisters, Sarah (Mrs Sadler, Maitland), Edith (Mrs Boyd, Newcastle), Clara (Mrs Newport, Melbourne), Catherine (Mrs R Backhouse, Braidwood) also survive. Two brothers, Walter and William, predeceased him.
The remains were laid to rest in the Catholic portion of the Newcastle cemetery on 16th instant.

John Smith
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Regards, Ian

HIBBERD

On 2019-01-29 18:28, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Hibberd, William Claude (I305166)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I305166&tree=MP

Description:  The Braidwood Review and District Advocate (NSW : 1915 - 1954)  Tue 19 Nov 1940  Page 2 

OBITUARY
The death occurred in Braidwood on Saturday night of Mr William Hibberd, a brother of Mrs Robert Backhouse, after a brief illness. The deceased, who was a very quiet, unassuming man, was well known and generally respected in Braidwood, where he had resided with his sister for the last 17 years. He was born at Brooman 63 years ago, and in his young days worked around there and at Nelligen. At the latter place he was very well known, and had many warm friends there. A spill from a horse when he was only a young man left him with an injured hip, which prevented him from doing any strenuous work afterwards. There was no better hearted man than "Bill" Hibberd, nor one more unostentatious. The children about the town all knew him and found in him a firm friend.
He had not married. A brother, Fred, of Newcastle, and four sisters survive, viz.. Mrs. Sattler (West Maitland), Mrs Newport Melbourne), Mrs. Boyd (Newcastle) and Mrs. R Backhouse (Braidwood). One brother predeceased him. The funeral on Sunday was well attended, Rev. Father Downey performing the last sad rites.

John Smith
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HIBBERD

On 2019-01-29 03:27, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Hibberd, Joseph John (I154902)
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Description: The Braidwood Dispatch & Mining Journal -  Fri 26 Sep 1924  - Page 2

THE PASSING OF THE PIONEERS

Mr Joseph Hibberd, an old resident of the Milton district, died in the Braidwood Hospital on Wednesday at the age of 75 years. Senile decay was the primary cause of death. The deceased was the father of Mrs. R. Backhouse, of this town, and was generally esteemed by all who knew him as an honest, upright, industrious citizen. The funeral, which took place in Braidwood yesterday afternoon, was well attended.

John Smith
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McCAULEY

On 2019-01-29 02:48, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: McCauley, Charles Edward (I137413)
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald-  Wed 4 Jan 1933 -  Page 12

DROPPED DEAD IN STREET.

NELLIGEN- Tuesday, Charles McCauley, 56, dropped dead in the street on Monday while talking to a friend.
A post-mortem examination showed that heart disease was the cause. He left a wife and two children.

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal - Fri 6 Jan 1933 -  Page 2

SUDDEN DEATH

An awfully sudden death occurred at Nelligen on Monday, which shocked the little township. A very old and respected resident, Mr Charles McCauley, who had lived in the village for the whole of his life, was on his way to attend the sports. His home is less than a quarter of a mile away, and he was walking along the road when he met a man named Heycock. He stopped and yarned for a few minutes. In the course of the conversation he suddenly dropped dead. The old chap, who was about 60 years of age, leaves a widow and family of five, the youngest being about 10, to mourn his loss. The deceased, who was well liked and generally respected in the village had never had a day's serious illness in his life.

John Smith
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COUGHRAN

On 2019-01-29 02:11, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Coughran, Mary Jane (I132217)
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Description:  Evening News (Sydney, NSW )  Mon 23 Jan 1905  Page 5 

DIED AT 95
Mary Cochrane, 95, an old identity of the Candelo district, died on Saturday night. Deceased came to the colony in 1851.

John Smith
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McCAULEY

On 2019-01-28 22:05, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: McCauley, John (I181800)
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Description:  Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW )  Thu 14 Jan 1915  Page 4 

An old and respected resident of the Nelligen district, in the person of Mr John McCauley, passed away at his residence at Ryan's Creek on Sunday, 3rd, at the ripe old age of 85 years.
He was unmarried.

John Smith
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JONAS

On 2019-01-28 19:39, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Jonas, James (I168884)
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Description: The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal  Wed 22 Mar 1911  Page 2

Mr James J. Jonas, a very old resident of the Braidwood district, was the third life which was mowed down by that grim reaper, Death. He died at his residence at Mongarlowe, on Friday last at the ripe age of 76. Up to a few years before his death he was in his usual health and taken up with his ordinary duties, having always led an active life until he was called away to the more peaceful walks of the life to come. He leaves a family of six sons and one daughter, all grown up, his wife having predeceased him some years since.
The funeral of deceased took place on Sunday and was largely attended. He was through life a quiet unobtrusive man, plodding along industriously in his own steady way and earning the respect of all. 

John Smith
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JONAS

On 2019-01-28 19:28, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Jonas, Rachel (I168826)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal - page 2 - Fri 26 July 1940

DEATH OF OLD NELLIGEN RESIDENT

There passed away last week, at her daughter's home in Milton, one of the oldest and best known members of the Nelligen community, in the person of Mrs. Rachel Austin, wife of Mr Herbert Austin, of Runnyford, Nelligen. The late Mrs Austin, who had been ailing for a longtime, was taken to Milton some months ago for careful nursing by Mrs George Wheatley, her daughter, but despite all the loving care and attention of her family, she passed away at the age of 77 years. Deceased was a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Jonas, who were well known at Nelligen in the early days of the settlement. She is survived by her sorrowing husband and a family of nine, they being: Mrs. Mullins (Ulladulla); Mr. Herb Austin (Ulladulla); Mrs. Vin Honan (Moruya) ; Mr. Jim Austin (Moruya); Mr William Austin (Moruya); Mr. Ernest Austin (Nelligen); Mrs. H. Backhouse (Moruya); Mrs. J. Brennan (Burren Junction); and Mrs. Geo. Wheatley (Milton). The remains were interred at Nelligen cemetery.

John Smith
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CORRIGAN

On 2019-01-28 18:51, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Corrigan, Hanora (I166261)
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Description: The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal - page 2 - Wed 3 Sept 1902

Last evening a messenger brought the sad news that Mrs James Austin, of Reedy Creek, had succumbed to an attack of pneumonia. The deceased lady was a Daughter of John Corrigan of Buckenbowra. Both she and her husband are natives of the district, well known and widely respected. Great Sympathy is felt for the bereaved husband and his 10 motherless little ones.

John Smith
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PICKETT

On 2019-01-28 18:24, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Pickett, Michael Thomas (I83059)
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Description: The Daily Telegraph ( Sydney ) - page 9 - Thurs 5 Nov 1931

COUNTRY NEWS

Bateman's Bay The death has occurred of Michael Thomas Pickett, 89, one of the oldest residents of the district. Deceased, who came from Brisbane Water in the seventies, was a shipwright by trade, and assisted in building many of the fine schooners on the South Coast.

( Occupation Shipwright ) ( another typo in the paper re his age )

John Smith
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McCAULEY

On 2019-01-28 06:46, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: McCauley, Robert (I79239)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: Freemans Journal (Sydney)- page 16 - Thurs 11 Feb 1915

MR R McCAULEY, SENR, CURROWAN.

The death of Mr. Robert McCauley, senr. of Currowan, Nelligen, Clyde River, on the 22nd January, removed one of the best known citizens in that part of the State. Deceased was a generous and active worker in all Catholic movements, and his death means a great loss to the community. Mr McCauley was born in Moville, County Donegal, Ireland, in the year 1832, and was in hs 83rd year. He arrived in New South Wales with this parents 80 years ago, when they settled at Wollongong. Some years later they went to Broulee, where they kept the first hotel in that part of the South Coast. Returning to Wollongong, they purchased the Harp Inn Hotel from Mr. H. Osborne. After twenty years, Mr McCauley with his brothers and sister (the late Mrs James Murray, of Rissmore, Conjola), went to the Clyde River district, where he remained until his death. In all matters which were for the promotion of the welfare of the district the valued services of Mr McCauley were largely sought after. He acted on many occasions as judge in various competitions connected with the local shows, and, during election periods, he filled the position of Deputy Returning Officer for many years. Deceased left a family of nine children. The sons are E. McCauley (Tingha), R. and V. McCauley (Currowan), P. B. McCauley (Bondi), and the daughters Mrs M.J. Byrne (Coraki), Mrs. Pollock (Brushgrove), Mrs. Taylor (Harris Park), Miss E. McCauley, and Miss Mollie McCauley. (Currowan). One brother is still living Mr Charles McCauley, who is 81 years, and resides at Ryan's Creek, near Nelligen.
During his illness Mr. McCauley was spiritually attended by the Rev. Father Cassidy. The funeral, which took place on 23rd January, was the largest ever seen in the district. The remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery at Nelligen. R.I. P.

Note: A photo of Robert Mccauley appears in this obituary

John Smith
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DARRAGH

On 2019-01-28 05:29, Margaret Clifton wrote:

Proposed Change: Darragh, Philip H. (I85049)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: Philip Henry Whelan 5th November 1889 Bega, NSW died 23 May 1966 Stanthorpe, Queensland, 

Margaret Clifton
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FARRELL

On 2019-01-28 05:16, Margaret Clifton wrote:

Proposed Change: Farrell, Annie (I51864)
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Description: Annie Farrell was born Margaret Annie Farrell on the 12th July 1860 in Binalong NSW

Margaret Clifton
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DARRAGH

On 2019-01-28 05:10, Margaret Clifton wrote:

Proposed Change: Darragh, John Joseph (I51758)
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Description: John was born 22nd September 1840 Silverwood, Seagoe, Lurgan, County Armagh, Ireland

Margaret Clifton
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DARRAGH

On 2019-01-28 05:01, Margaret Clifton wrote:

Proposed Change: Darragh, Alice Josephine (I85048)
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Description: Alice was born 29 March 1888 in Rockdale, St Peters Sydney. She died 27 October 1955 in Chatswood, Sydney. Alice never married.

Alice was a trained nurse who served as a Staff Nurse in World War 1. She served in England and France from 9/5/1917 to 13/4/1919. Alice served in London in the Australian Army Hospital, also served in Rouen and Abbiville in France.
Alice arrived back in Australia on the 2/7/1919 on board the ship Castalia.

First World War Embarkation Rolls - Alice Josephine Darragh
Rank: Staff Nurse/ Trained Nurse.

Roll title: Nurses (July 1915 - November 1918)

Conflict: First World War, 1914-1918

Date of embarkation: 09 May 1917

Place of embarkation: Sydney

Ship embarked on: HMAT Ulysses A38

Margaret Clifton
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DARRAGH

On 2019-01-28 04:52, Margaret Clifton wrote:

Proposed Change: Darragh, Ellen Mary Teresa (I85050)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: Ellen M T Darragh was born 23rd February 1891 Candelo New South Wales. Ellen died 22nd August 1977 in Sydney NSW. She was never married. Ellen was a trained nurse

Margaret Clifton
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DAYBALL

On 2019-01-28 02:43, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Dayball, Ellen (I168810)
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Description: The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal - page 2 - Fri 31 July 1936

OBITUARY

The death occurred on, Tuesday of Mrs Ellen Austin at the age of 76. The deceased lady, who has been ailing for some time, had been staying with her daughter, Mrs. Bert South. Born at Major's Creek, she went to Nelligen to live, returning to Braidwood about four years ago. She was of a very quiet disposition, and was liked and respected by everyone who came in contact with her. At Nelligen, where she lived for many years, she was a universal favorite. Her husband predeceased her four, years ago. A family of one son (Mr. Arthur Austin, of Burrill Lake) and two daughters (Mrs. Bert South, Braidwood, and Mrs. J. Jonas, Nelligen) survive. The funeral took place, at Nelligen on Wednesday, the large attendance reflecting the esteem in which the deceased was held in the little village. The Rev. Mr. Richards (Presbyterian) conducted the service, while Mr. R. Russell carried out the funeral arrangements in his usual capable manner.

John Smith
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AUSTIN

On 2019-01-28 02:31, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Austin, Charles (I168809)
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Description: The Braidwood Review & District Advocate - page 2 - Tues 20 Sept 1932

OBITUARY
The death took place on Friday morning of Mr. Charles Austin, of Ulladulla. The deceased was a native of Nelligen, and had reached the ripe old age of 85 years. His remains were brought to Nelllgen and interred in the family cemetery at Runnyford, his old home. He leaves a widow, two daughters and one son Mrs. H. G. South, of Braidwood, is a daughter.

John Smith
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McCAULEY

On 2019-01-28 00:11, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: McCauley, Harold William (I168830)
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 13- Sat 29 June 1935

McCAULEY- The Relatives and  Friends of the late HAROLD MCCAULEY are kindly Invited to attend his Funeral: which will leave Coolgardie
Allison road Cronulla THIS SATURDAY at 2 pm for the Cathollc Cemetery Woronora.

John Smith
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McCAULEY

On 2019-01-27 23:14, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: McCauley, Georgina Amelia Catherine (I168827)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 7 - Mon 6 Nov 1939

BISHOP - The Relatives and Friends of Mr and Mrs. J. BISHOP and FAMILY are invited to attend the Funeral of their dear MOTHER and GRANDMOTHER. Georgina Kate Bishop, of 4 Allison Road. Cronulla, which will leave the Church of St Aloysius, cronulla, THIS MONDAY, at 2 30 p.m, for the Catholic Cemetery, Woronora.
J. and C. HARDY. A F.D.A.
Rockdale and Hurstville.

John Smith
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AUSTIN

On 2019-01-27 22:59, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Austin, Elizabeth (I153222)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Daily Telegraph - page 16- Sat 8 June 1901

McCAULEY.The Funeral of the late ELIZABETH McCAULEY, dearly beloved wife of Michael George McCauley (of Currawong, Clyde River), will leave the Lewisham Hospital THIS (SATURDAY) AFTERNOON, at 2. o'clock, for Lewisham Station, thence to R..C. Cemetery, Rookwood.

John Smith
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McCAULEY

On 2019-01-27 22:36, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: McCauley, George Michael (I153221)
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Description: The Ulladulla and Milton Times - page 8 - Sat 30 April 1910

Yet another old identity of the Moruya district passed away on Sunday in the person of Mr. M. G. McCauley, at the age of 68 years. For about two years deceased had been failing, and on Saturday he took a turn and was brought in to the hospital, where he died early on Sunday. Mr. McCauley was a native of Wollongong, and about 30 years ago he joined his brothers at Currowan, where comfortable homes were established on the banks of the Clyde. There he married Elizabeth Austin, who predeceased him by nine years. Deceased was well- known throughout the district, and up to within the last few years be was always prominent in sporting circles, and was a familiar figure at shows, at which he generally had jumpers and other horses. He leaves five children, viz., Harold, Ernest, and Walter, and Meadames Bishop (Balmain) and Smith (Nelligen) ; also three brothers, John, Robert, and Charles, to whom we extend our sympathy. He was predeceased by three sisters in Mesdames Beatson (Wollongong), Murray (Milton) and Davis (Wollongong). The remains were laid to rest in the R. C. portion of the Moruya cemetery on Monday afternoon, Rev. Father Peoples conducting the service at the grave.

The Bega Budget - page 4 - Wed 27 April 1910

Mr. George McCauley, of the well-known Nelligen family, died in Moruya Cottage Hospital on Sunday morning. He was only admitted to the hospital on the previous night. Some brain affection was the cause of death. Mr McCauley was a lover of a good horse and used to take a keen interest in racing matters. The funeral took place on Monday.

John Smith
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SHELLEY

On 2019-01-27 07:38, Bellinda wrote:

Proposed Change: Family: Shelley, John Thomas / Bridget
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: T P Shelley's mother Bridget died in 1917

This appeared in the The Twofold Bay Magnet on 2 Apr 1917 -

Mr T P Shelley has received the sad news of the death of his mother in Ireland.

Bellinda
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CONNORS

On 2019-01-27 01:44, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Connors, Patrick (I165907)
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 8 - Thursday 7 October 1943

Connors- October 6 at his residence 132 Castelreagh Street Redfern. Patrick relict of the late Annie Connors and loving father of John ( deceased) Mary, Mrs Blundell, Helena, William and Percy.

http://austcemindex.com/inscription?id=10341841
Buried at Rookwood Catholic as too is: Annie his wife, Percival & William Patrick Connors his Son.

John Smith
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HARKEN

On 2019-01-27 01:25, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Harken, Annie (I165905)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 10 - Mon 18 July 1938

CONNORS.July 17, 1938, at her residence, 68 Raglan Street, Waterloo, Annie Connors, beloved wife of Patrick and loving mother of John, Mary, Ellie, William, and Percival, aged 66 years. R.I.P.

CONNORS  PERCIVAL H 9645/1909 PATRICK ANNIE WATERLOO ( Birth reg )

CONNORS  HELENA B 13808/1898 PATRICK ANNIE MORUYA ( Birth Reg a.k.a Ellie )

John Smith
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HARKEN

On 2019-01-27 19:54, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Harken, Mary (I165900)
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 5 - Fri 14 April 1916

CORRIGAN - The relatives and friends of EDWARD CORRIGAN and FAMILY are kindly invited to attend the funeral of his late dearly love WIFE and their MOTHER, Mary to leave 100 Raglan Street, Waterloo, THIS AFTERNOON, at 1.00 o'clock, for Catholic Cemetery Rookwood.

John Smith
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n 2019-01-27 00:48, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Harken, Mary (I165900)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
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Description: 
http://austcemindex.com/inscription?id=10428662

Buried in the same plot as her mother Bridget Harken. ( should read Corrigan ) perhaps error of transcriber have not visited the grave site .

John Smith
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HONAN

On 2019-01-27 00:30, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Honan, Bridget (I161089)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 13 -  Sat 29 May 1926

HARKEN - The relatives and friends of Miss Eva Harken, Patrick Harken Ignatius Corrigan, Mr and Mrs P Connors and family, Mrs Austin and family, Mr and Mrs James Harken and family and Mrs Kavanagh are invited to attend the funeral of their beloved Mother and Grandmother and friend. Bridget Harkens to leave 100 Raglan Street, Waterloo, this Saturday at 3pm for Catholic Cemetery Rookwood.
Wood Coffill Limited, Funeral Directors.

( I knew the names was meant to be Ignatius, hence fixed that part of the notice )

John Smith
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GUMLEY

On 2019-01-26 23:05, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Gumley, Henry George (I168943)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Kiama Independent - Page 2 - 10 Oct 1872

DEATH.
ON the 4th September, at Milton, Ulladulla, where he had resided for sixteen years, and was highly respected, HENRY GUMLEY, born at Wandsworth, Surry, England, aged 39 years, leaving a wife and seven children to mourn their loss.

The New South Wales Government Gazette - page 2626 -Fri 11 Oct 1872

In the Supreme Court of New South Wales.
ECCLESIASTICAL JURISDICTION.
In the goods, chattels, credits, and effects of Henry Gumley, late of Ulladulla, in the Colony of New South Wales, butcher, deceased, intestate.
NOTICE is hereby given, that after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof, application will be made to this Honorable Court, in its Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, that letters of administration of all and singular the goods, chattels, credits, and effects of the above named deceased may be granted to Ellen Gumley, the widow of the said deceased. Dated this 10th day of October, A.D. 1872.
WILLIAM MA'GUIRE,
Proctor for the said Ellen Gumley,
171, Pitt-street, Sydney.

( Occupation Butcher )

John Smith
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GUMLEY

On 2019-01-26 22:46, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Gumley, William George (I305156)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
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Description: Sydney Morning Herald - page 1 - 10 July 1885 

Marriages.
GUMLEY- BRUMLEY.-April 22, 1885, at St. Thomas' Church of England, Balmain, by the Rev. E. D. Madgwick, William George Gumley, eldest son of the late Henry Gumley, of Ulladulla, to Kate Gertrude Brumley, youngest daughter of S. J. Brumley, late of Tasmania and granddaughter of the late Dr. Brumley, R.N., of Kent, England.

John Smith
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CONDON

On 2019-01-26 22:29, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Condon, Timothy (I106436)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 16 - 29 Oct 1884

THE FRIENDS of the late Mr. TIMOTHY CONDON are respectfully invited to attend his Funeral; to move from the residence of his son in-law. Mr. A. Ireland, Union-street, Newtown, THIS (Wednesday) AFTERNOON, at half-past 2 o'clock, for Roman Catholic Cemetery, Petersham. CHAS. BOOTS and CO . Undertakers

John Smith
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AUSTIN

On 2019-01-26 21:37, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Austin, Isabella May (I168823)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald, page 10, Mon 31 Oct 1927

CONROY.-October 30, 1927, at her daughter's residence, 43 Middleton-street, Stanmore, Isabella Mary, relict of the late James Conroy, and dearly loved
mother of Elvy (Mrs. C. Dalziell), Ina (Mrs. W. Warner), Pearl (Mrs. A. M. Shepherd), and Ted.

2866/1880 CONROY JAMES AUSTIN ISABELLA M BROULEE ( Marriage Reg )

CONROY  INA I 33406/1886 JAMES ISABELLA M LISMORE ( Birth Reg for Ina ) ??

CONROY  ELVINA CATHERINE 14949/1881 JAMES ISABELLA MARY BROULEE (Birth Reg Elvina)

CONROY  ADA P 33442/1889 JAMES ISABELLA M LISMORE ( Birth Reg a.k.a Pearl )

CONROY  ERNEST J 4764/1884 JAMES ISABELLA M BALMAIN ( birth reg a.k.a Ted ) ????

John Smith
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RIXON

On 2019-01-26 20:32, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Rixon, Isabella Frances (I96035)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Braidwood Review and District Advocate, page 2, 12 June 1951

obituary
DEATH OF MRS. ISABELLA
. FRANCES McCAULEY.
Member of one of the pioneer families of the Clyde River, Mrs. Ernest McCauley died suddenly in Sydney on Thursday last, her death coming as a great shock to her relatives and numerous friends throughout the district between Bateman's Bay and Milton.
Mrs. McCauley had been staying in Sydney to be near her husband, Mr. Ernest McCauley, who is a patient in Prince Henry Hospital; at the time of her death, and the news of her sudden passing away caused an atmosphere of gloom to spread over the whole of the district in which she had lived and was so loved and respected by everyone.
Born at Currowan, on the Clyde, she married Mr. McCauley and lived there for some time before coming to Termeil to live, among her own family.
The interment took place at Nelligen Catholic Cemetery last Sunday, in the presence of a large gathering of relatives and friends, who came from all over the South Coast and Tablelands to pay their last respects to her.
Before the funeral moved off from Milton Star of the Sea Church, Rev. Fr. Brohan recited the Rosary and Benediction. He also conducted the service at the graveside.
The deceased lady was laid to rest beside her mother, the late Mrs. Margaret Rixon, and her brother James, She is survived by her sisters Pearl (Mrs. A. Hearne), Agatha (Mrs. J. Backhouse), and Miss May Rixon, and her husband.
The mound on the grave was covered with many beautiful wreaths, which were sent by sympathisers from all over the coast and tablelands. Milton Times, 8/6/51.

John Smith
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McCAULEY

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Proposed Change: McCauley, Annie (I181803)
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Description: The Shoalhaven Telegraph, page 2, 27 Jan 1909 

The Late Mrs. Murray.
The death occurred, on Monday night, at her residence, "Rissmore," Conjola, of Mrs. Murray, relict of the late Mr. Jas. Murray, and mother of Councillor C. M. Murray, J.P. The deceased lady, who was in her 83rd year, had been in failing health for some time in fact, she never quite recovered from the effects of an accident which resulted in a bad fracture of the leg some years back. The late Mrs Murray was one of the worthy pioneers who have done so much to make these South Coast districts the progressive centers they are to day. She was a native of historic Londonderry, Ireland, where she was born on the 13th April, 1826. She came to New South Wales when very young with her father, the late Mr B. McCauley, and other members of the family. 
After completing her education at Miss Cosgrove's private school at Windsor, she went to reside with her parents at Wollongong, where, after the lapse of several years, she married Mr James Murray, and made her home with him at the Heifer Station, or as it has been known for many years "Rissmore," in the Milton district. Those who have visited that comfortable homestead can bear testimony to the open hearted generosity and good nature displayed by the genial master and his better half. They were a grand couple, worthy of each other, and honored by all who had the privilege of their acquaintance. The "Squire of Rissmore" departed this life a dozen years ago, and was laid to rest on the estate; now his partner joins him in that long sleep which shall be broken only on the Resurrection Morn. They did their duty to themselves, to each other, to their children, to their Church, and to the community in which they lived, and now may they both rest in peace. To the bereaved family we offer our deepest sympathy in the loss of a good mother and a truly Christian woman.

( Lots of local and family history in Annie's Obit ) 

John Smith
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McCAULEY

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Proposed Change: McCauley, Charles (I181801)
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Description: The Braidwood dispatch and Mining Journal, page 5, Fri 6 Aug 1920

Death of Mr. Charles McCauley
A Nelligen correspondent writes :
On Monday, 26th July, there was laid to rest in the Nelligen cemetery the mortal remains of Charles McCauley, senior, who died at his residence " Moville " Ryan's Creek, in his 87th year. The deceased gentleman, was born at Moville, County Donegal, Ireland. He left Ireland with his parents (the late Mr and Mrs. Bernard McCauley) when two years of age. On arriving in N.S.W. the family went to live at Wollongong. Some years later they moved to Broulee, where they kept the first hotel in that district. They returned to Wollongong some years later, having purchased the Harp Inn Hotel from Mr. H. Osborn. Twenty years later Mr. McCauley, with his brothers James, Robert, John, George and William and their sister, the late Mrs. Jas. Murray, of Conjola, moved to the Clyde River district, their father having purchased a large property at Mulwhy and Currowan where they commenced farming and grazing on an extensive scale. They built their own vessel (the Revenge) for lifting their produce for the Sydney and coastal markets, making regular trips in the season. Some years later the deceased bought a property from Mr. Manning at Ryan's Creek, where he resided almost continuously till the time of his death. After moving to this property he married Miss Quinn, a niece of the late Mr. T. Flood, who predeceased him by about 30 years.
In common with his brothers, Mr. McCauley was a keen sportsman, and owned several noted racehorses. The names of Ben Bolt, Sportsman, Colleen Bawn, Ruby, The Gem, and Emerald will recall old memories amongst the older hands of the sporting fraternity. He refused an offer of 1000 pound for Sportsman, who had an unbroken series of successes on the turf.
Mr. McCauley's honesty as a sportsman was never questioned; to the day of his death he prided himself on the fact that he had always been a straight goer.
On one occasion, having reason to doubt the bona-fides of his jockey he rode his horse himself being then 72 years of age surely a record for the State.
This is one of a number of instances of his plunk and high spirit. On another occasion, he was returning home on horseback when he found that a well-known outlaw known as Yellow Jimmy was trying to break into a house in which two girls had shut themselves up. When ordered to clear out Jimmy presented a gun and threatened to shoot. The answer was prompt and to the point. Mr. McCauley spurred forward with uplifted whip as Jimmy's gun missed fired and in a few moments the outlaw was running for his life covered with bruises and with his clothing cut to pieces with the whip. On another occasion Jimmy was making for Bolaro on a valuable stolen horse. Mr. McCauley intercepted him and pulled the bridle off the horse which promptly bolted towards a sliprail, which he jumped, leaving Jimmy on the road to make his way on foot. Jimmy was soon afterwards captured by Constable Gilder, assisted by Mr. A. E. Webber, of Nelligen; the plan for his capture being suggested by Mr. McCauley.
Deceased was one of the pioneers of the Clyde River, and his name is closely connected with the progress and development of the district. He was a most devoted adherent of his church, attending regularly up till a short time before his death. He contributed liberally towards the building of the Nelligen R.C. Church and the beautifying of the church grounds, and was keenly interested in all charitable movements. With a kind word and a smile for everyone, he had many friends, who will mourn his loss and think with kindly memories of him. He was the last of a band of pioneering brothers, whose names will always be associated with the early days on the Clyde River.
During his last illness he was devotedly nursed by Mrs. James McCauley, junr.
The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the district. The burial service was read, and the last prayers at the graveside were said by Rev. Father O'Sullivan P.P. assisted by the Rev. Fathers McDade and Carson.

John Smith
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McCAULEY

On 2019-01-26 19:17, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: McCauley, James (I79257)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Ulladulla and Milton Times, page 2, Sat 15 April 1905

DEATH OF JAMES McCAULEY, SENR.
(From our Nelligen Correspondent.)
"In the midst of life we are in death".
Every now and then the full solemn import of these words come home to us some old familiar landmark is removed from life's devious road. The time beaten mile stones seem farther apart and many resting places dot the track. The way ahead looks lonesome in its curves, and much of the music of the past dies out with voices heard no more. It is well that times misty pall compassionately rolls forgetfulness around, or in a larger sense, sanctifies the sorrows that have been, what appeared rugged in the garish light of day, grows softer when the moonlight of memory falls on the scene.
One by one the patriarchs of the district are passing away. In the death of James McCauley this district has lost one of its earliest pioneers and most respected residents. The deceased gentleman reached the ripe age of 79, and as his mental faculties were unimpaired to the last, the memory particularly being well preserved, he was enabled to narrate much of peculiar interest relative to the early history of the South Coast district. We are privileged to place before our readers some interesting details of his life. Mr McCaulev, who came from a good old Irish family, was born in Londonderry in 1826. His parents were profitably engaged in commercial pursuits and left Ireland in 1838 for Australia.
On their arrival in this State they settled down in Wollongong and soon started a lucrative combined hotel and storekeeping business. Later on they started a branch at Broulee which was then the only shipping port, and opened the first hotel in the Moruya district.' At this time the subject of our sketch was completing his education in Lyndhurst College, Sydney, and had for a class mate the late W. B. Dalley. A yearning for pastoral life led him back to this district to look after his father's interest in the Broulee and Clyde River properties.
Here he married Miss Margaret Heffernan, eldest daughter of Edmond Heffernan, Esq., of Moruya Seven sons (all living) resulted from this union Bernard, James, Edward, Patrick, and Vincent, engaged in agriculture; Joseph, Dept. of Public Instruction (now temporarily in charge of Helensburgh Superior Public School) ; Roger, telegraphist in Queensland branch of Commonwealth Dept.
The deceased gentleman owned the first schooner, 'The Revenge,' and piloted the first steamer, that ever entered the Clyde.
He took an active interest in the turf, was an excellent judge of horseflesh, frequently acted as handicapper in big events, and in the Sportsman and other yet well remembered cracks owned some of the best race horses that ever stripped on the South Coast, Mr McCauley left numerous relatives five of his brothers are settled in the district. The late Mrs Davis and Beatson, Wollongong, and Mrs Murray, of Milton, were his sisters. Rev Father Cassidy and Dr Quilter were with him at the last. Fortified by the last rites of the church, of which he had so long been a valued member, and surrounded by his dearest ones, the old gentleman peacefully and hopefully passed away into the calm of the Eternal Land. Last Sunday week despite heavy rain, an unusually large concourse, of people representatives of every part of the district, followed his remains to the Catholic portion of the Nelligen cemetery. Few there were who gazed unmoved as the flower reathed coffin was lowered in the grave amid the solemn sonorous chant of the Latin service and the sobs of the bereaved.
He is gone from the paths that he walked in the prime of a life that was spent in the land that we love. He has crossed the dark bar on a billow of time, and entered his rest in the harbor above.

John Smith
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HEFFERNAN

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Proposed Change: Heffernan, Margaret (I79238)
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Description: The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate, page 4, Fri 16 April 1926

The death occurred on Wednesday, at a Parramatta private hospital, of a very old native of the State, in the person of Mrs Margaret McCauley, widow of the late Robert McCauley, of Nelligen, Clyde River. For the past twelve years, Mrs McCauley had lived at Parramatta, with her youngest daughter, Mrs Archie Taylor, of Fennell-street. Despite her advanced years, she enjoyed excellent health until a few months ago, when she was attacked by an internal trouble, which hastened her end. Mrs McCauley was born on the South Coast, and until she came to Parramatta, the whole of her life had been spent on a farm. Her husband was one of the pioneers of the South Coast, and, in the early days, had a thrilling experience with bushrangers.
Mr McCauley predeceased his wife by a number of years. Deceased is survived by a grown-up family of three sons and five daughters. The remains were conveyed to Nelligen, on Thursday, and where interred in the local Catholic Cemetery.

John Smith
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RYAN

On 2019-01-26 18:25, John Smith wrote:

Proposed Change: Ryan, Michael (I168818)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald, page 12, 26 Nov 1926

DEATH OF MR. M. RYAN.
NELLIGEN, Thursday.
The death has occurred of Mr. Michael Ryan, at Runnyford, aged 75 years. The deceased was one of the early settlers. For half a century he was engaged in mixed farming, and acquired a large landed property.
He was the owner of the well known Runnymede Estate. He took an active interest in all progressive movements.

John Smith
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AUSTIN

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Proposed Change: Austin, Laura Kate (I168817)
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Description: The Braidwood Review and District Advocate, page 1, 20 Feb 1951

OBITUARY.
MRS. L. K. RYAN.
The death occurred on Sunday, 4th February, at Runnymede House, Runnyford, near Nelligen, of Mrs. Laura Kate Ryan, in her 94th year. Her husband, the late Mr. Michael Ryan, predeceased her some 20 years ago.
Until little more than a week before her death Mrs. Ryan had enjoyed remarkably good health throughout her long life. Her death resulted from a fall at her home in which she sustained a broken thigh. Until that accident occurred she had been active and mentally alert, spending much of her time tending her garden.
She was one of a family of eleven children, being the third daughter of the late William Austin and his wife, Catherine. All her brothers and sisters had predeceased her. Her own family comprised five sons and five daughters, viz, Timothy Lawrence, Austin John, Herbert Patrick, and William Joseph, all of Runnyford, Michael Ernest, of Nelligen; Kate (Mrs. A. McDonell, Taralga); Ada (Mrs. F. Sales, Ashbury); Eva (Mrs. F. White, Kensington) ; Nellie (Mrs. A.
Thieman, Nelligen); and Miss Dora Pearl, of Randwick. All the family were present at the old home at the close of their mother's long life. Eighteen grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren are also living.
The association of Mrs. Ryan and her family makes a unique chapter in the pioneering history of this State, one probably not excelled in any part of Australia. The home, a substantial brick villa, still in excellent preservation, standing on the western bank of the Buckenbowra River, a branch of the Clyde River, was erected more than 110 years ago for the Burnell family, the bricks being made on the site by assigned convict labour.
The late Mrs. Ryan, whose parents first lived there in 1841, was born at Runnymede House on November 12, 1857, and she had resided there continuously throughout her life.
Welcome and hospitality to visitors and to the stranger passing by, have always been a tradition of Runnymede House, and that tradition was worthily maintained by the late Mrs. Ryan.
The community in which her long life was spent is the poorer by the passing on of a grand old lady, who will long be remembered by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance. To her family and relatives she leaves a memory of a gracious personality in whom the Christian virtues were exemplified.
The funeral, which was attended by a very large and representative, gathering, took place at Nelligen Cemetery on Monday, February 5, the service being carried out by Rev. Father Butler, of Moruya.

Note: Her father William Austin was assigned to Henry Clay Burnell and was one of the convicts that  built Runnymede house. Runnymede house still stands as of 20.01.2019.

John Smith
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BLAND

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Proposed Change: Bland, Joseph Henry (I177623)
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Description: The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal, page 2, Wed 1 July 1908 

NELLIGEN.

(FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT.)
Quite a deep shadow of gloom hung over the village of Nelligen on Tuesday, 23rd, when the remains of Mr. Joseph Bland were carried to their last resting place. About three months ago Mr. Joseph Bland contracted blood poisoning, and in spite of the skilful attendance and constant nursing he received at Moruya, he passed away on Sunday, 21st.
The deceased was one of the most promising and highly respected citizens of Nelligen, and his death has occasioned profound and sincere sorrow to all who knew him, not merely in a local sense, but in every individual inhabitant of Nelligen.
The late Mr. Joseph Bland was a brother of Mr. Bland of Braidwood.

( Perhaps obit meant to say sister )

John Smith
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BLAND

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Proposed Change: Bland, Henry (I162341)
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Description: Evening News Sydney page 2 Thur March 27 1879

Sudden Death at Nelligen

Quite a gloom was cast over our little township on Tuesday last, 18th instant (says the Braidwood Dispatch), when intelligence was brought in of the very
sudden death of Mr Henry Bland; of Runnymede.
It appears Mr. Bland was In his usual good health, and about 9 o'clock went to the milking-yard, and was talking to his step-son, William Austin, when he suddenly dropped dead. He was at once picked up and carried inside, but life was extinct. Mr. Bland had been suffering inwardly for some years past, and his sudden death was only expected by some who knew him.
He has often said' that any excitement would be likely to cause his sudden death. The deceased has been a resident of this district for over 16 years, and was much respected by all who knew him. He will not only be missed by his own family, but also by the community at large. An Inquest was held at deceased's late residence on Wednesday, March 19, and a verdict was returned as having died from natural causes. The funeral took place on Thursday, and was well attended. The burial service was read very impressively by Mr. Hunter. The deceased being a member of the Masonic body, the Masonic service also was very impressively read by Mr. Richardson, and everyone seemed to be very much affected.

John Smith
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HARKEN

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Proposed Change: Harken, Margaret Mary (I165902)
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald - page 9 - 4 April 1938 

AUSTIN. -A REQUIEM MASS for the  repose of the soul of thc late MARGARET MARY AUSTIN will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Church Newtown. THIS DAY at 7 a.m.

Thc Relatives and Friends of ALBERT AUSTIN, Mr and Mrs F SULLIVAN and FAMILY, and Mrs M. BOURKE and FAMILY are invited to attend the Funeral of their dearly beloved MOTHER and GRANDMOTHER, Margaret Mary Austin to leave St. Joseph's Church, Newtown,
THIS DAY, at 9.30 a.m for Catholic Cemetery Rookwood.

(notice should read Burke not Bourke ) 

John Smith
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n 2019-01-26 16:34, deborah wrote:

Proposed Change: Harken, Margaret Mary (I165902)
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Description: add daughter
Margaret May AUSTIN
born about  1892 nsw australia
DEATH 30 MAY 1953 Newtown Sydney NSW Australia
marriage= Francis M Sullivan 1915 Registration Place Glebe New South Wales

Francis Charles Michael SULLIVAN
BIRTH 24 MAY 1891 Glebe, New South Wales, Australia
DEATH 24 SEP 1965 Merewether, New South Wales, Australia

deborah
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BLAND

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Proposed Change: Bland, Ada Grace (I177621)
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald page 22
Wednesday 13 Feb 1946

Ryan - February 7, at Batemans Bay, Ada Grace (Aunty) of Blandford private hotel, widow of the late Timothy Ryan, dearly loved Aunt of Dolly and beloved sister of Laura and Herbert. Interred Batemans Bay, 8th February. R.I.P

John Smith
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CONDON

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Description: South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus page 5
Saturday 21 Feb 1903

MILTON

Whilst returning from Sydney on Friday night last in the I.S.N Co's boat Mrs John Corrigan of Buckenboura expired. The deceased who was 74 years of age, had recently undergone an operation for the removal of a tumor. Death was due to failure of the hearts action. 

The Ulladulla and Milton Times page 

John Smith
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CORRIGAN

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Proposed Change: Corrigan, Ellen (I177597)
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Description: The Sydney Morning Herald Friday 20 August 1886 page 12

The friends of Mr A Ireland of the Daniel Lambert Hotel, King Street, Newtown are respectfully invited to attend the funeral of his late deceased friend Miss Ellen Corrigan; to move from the P.A Hospital this Friday afternoon at quater-past 2 o'clock for the Necropolis.
Charles Boot and Co, Undertaker, 103 King Street, Newtown.

( I assume he was dating Ellen )

The Sydney Morning Herald Friday 20 August 1886 page 12

The friends of Mr Corrigan, of Batemans Bay, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral of his beloved Daughter, Ellen to move from the Prince of Alfred Hospital this Friday afternoon, at a quater past 2 o'clock, for Newtown Station, then to the Necropolis.
Charles Boot and Co, Undertaker, 103 King Street, Newtown.

4479/1886 BDM rego no. Catherine John's 2nd wife listed as the mother ( Step Mum)

John Smith
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McCASKILL

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Description: From 'The Adelaide Advertiser', 15 June 1943:
BRANDON - McCASKILL. - Edith Brandon, niece of Mr-Mrs B G Lambert, Frewville, to Malcolm (AIF, ret), second son Mr and late Mrs P McCaskill, of Wagga, NSW, at Flinders st Baptist Church, June 19, 6pm. No reception.

LJ Phillips
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Description: From 'The Bay Post/Moruya Examiner', 4 March 2015:
MCCASKILL, Edith (Edie) - 26th February 2015 at Batemans Bay District Hospital, late of The Manor, Batehaven.  Dearly loved wife of Malcolm (dec), loved mother and mother-in-law of John & Jenny, Carol (dec) & Alan and Helen & John.  Nan to Darren, Scott, Tracey, Katrina, Symon, Dianne, Cameron and Libby.  Nan Nan to her 16 great grandchildren and great, great Nan to Ruby.  Aged 90 years.  At Rest.  Edies relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her funeral to be held at the Chapel of the Broulee Memorial Gardens Crematorium, Broulee, with a service commencing at 11:00 am on Friday the 6th of March 2015.

LJ Phillips
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JESSOP

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Description: Jessop John Died 27 Oct 1885 place Black Creek Near Araluen aged 93 Buried 29 Oct 1885 Upper Araluan
Cause of death, Old age 6 months
Undertaker: John Hinchcliff
Minister: NONE,E.F.Carlile Acting
Born: County Suffolk,England
Time in the Colony: 47 years in NSW
Married: England.Age 18
Spouse: Lucy Monsen
Children of marriage: Mary 61, James 58,John 51
Father: Charles Jessop ( Labourer) Mother: Elizabeth Bedingfield
details taken from death certificate.
Informant: Daniel Henry Brogden son-in-law Back Creek 

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PARKINSON/TAYLOR

On 2019-01-21 19:34, adoughty01@optusnet.com.au wrote:

Good morning Ian,
 
I am helping my cousin's husband Warren Parkinson with his family history.  His mother Phyllis May Parkinson (nee Taylor) born 1899 in Moruya, died when Warren was two years old in 1938 and he was raised from the age of 10 by his step mother after the death of his father John Edward Parkinson in 1944.  So he knew very little about his mother's side of the family.  I have been able to work backwards and found that his mother Phyllis' father was William Kidman Taylor and her mother was Elizabeth Ann Clarke.  William was born in Ulladulla and her mother Elizabeth was born near Cooma.  What stood out to be immediately to me was the name KIDMAN.  Thinking at the time of the cattle kingdom Kidman family, however this was not to be the case. 
 
William Kidman Taylor's parents were Albert Taylor and Mary Ann Dinning, the Taylors were a farming family from Nowra. Albert Taylor arrived in the Colony with his parents, father Benjamin Taylor, mother Caroline Taylor (nee Kidman) and four children per the "Commodore Perry" on 1st May 1856.  Benjamin and his family had been sponsored to come to the Colony by Caroline Taylor (nee Kidman's) brother Charles Kidman (you can look him up on Google).   Charles Kidman arrived in Sydney as a sergeant in the 11th Regiment in the 1840s. In 1858, he had established his grocery and bakery business at 158 South Head Road. He had a private residence, "Cambridge Villa", at Whale Street, Randwick.  He was also an Alderman This Kidman family came from Cambridge in the UK.
 
Charles also sponsored his brother William and his wife (name unknown) to join him and their sister Caroline in the Colony, however I cannot find any details of him arriving and feel he may have remained in Cambridge in England.  However, I wonder if the William Kidman who married Bridget Sullivan in 1847 in the Church of England church in the Monaro District is the William I am looking for.  It appears the Monaro William died in 1855, as per a document signed by a Alexander Robinson a Shepherd, who made an Oath regarding William and him dying intestate and his wishes in leaving his estate to his three children, sons Samuel and William and daughter Elizabeth.  I am unable to find a death for this William Kidman on the NSW BDM site for the year 1855.  However, at the time of William's death is would be Church Records that would provide these details.  I found photographs and a copy of the document I mention above, posted by Terry Davidson on the Monaro Pioneers' Website.  He was also has wonderful photographs of the Kidman family and I am hoping that he maybe able to provide details of William Kidman, was he born in the Colony, if not where did he come from and when did he arrive etc.  This could help to find if he belongs to the family I am researching.
 
Of interest, Warren who I am researching for, can now with the research I have carried out, trace a relationship with the Australian actress Nichol Kidman.  Her great great grandfather is Charles Kidman, mentioned above and Warren's great grandmother is Caroline Taylor (nee Kidman), Charles' sister, so Warren and Nichol share Charles and Caroline's parents William Kidman and Charlotte (nee Jordan) as distant grandparents.
 
Here is information on William and Charlotte Kidman the mutual grandparents. When William Kidman was born in 1780 in Orwell, Cambridgeshire, his father, Kitson, was 27 and his mother, Lydia Walls, was 28. He married Charlotte Jordon on 18 June 1811 in Lenton Abbey, Nottinghamshire. They had five children in 13 years. He died in January 1855 in Cambridgeshire having lived a long life of 75 years. 

When Caroline Taylor (nee Kidman) was born in 1828 in Radford, Nottinghamshire, her father, William, was 49, and her mother, Charlotte, was 36. She married Benjamin Taylor on 6 November 1845 in Bottisham, Cambridgeshire. They had 13 children in 23 years. She died on 27 August 1895 in Annandale, New South Wales, at the age of 67. Five children were born in England and the rest in NSW in Kiama and Paddington.

I do hope Terry Davidson can help me solve the mystery of the William Kidman I am looking for.

Kind Regards,,  Janice Doughty

Hi Janice,

You can find the full details of William Kidman and his family in our database.  He was a Convict born c1815 in London, convicted of stealing a handkerchief 4 July 1836 at the Old Bailey and transported for 7 years on the ship "Prince George", arriving in Sydney 8 May 1837.

Regards, Ian

Thank you Ian for your quick response.  Well that answers the question, he is not the William I am looking for.  I feel that he did not come. As on Charles' sponsor document it has William Kidman and for wife ........ Kidman.  It could be the Charles did not know William's wife's name, or that William was to marry a girl, again that Charles did not know and he would bring her out with him.  I will start enquiries in Cambridge to see if I can find the evasive William and his family staying in England.
 
Kind Regards,  Janice Doughty


SMITH/ROY

On 2019-01-20 20:01, Darrell J. WAIGHT wrote:

Dear Ian, 

Family of Thomas William SMITH and Mary ROY

Daughter Evilyn Mary SMITH

b.  15 May 1893, Tumut, NSW, #35514

d.  24 May 1923, Sydney, NSW, #4842

m. 09 Apr 1917, Enmore, NSW, #4011

to:

George Thomas KEEGAN

b. 29 May 1892, Wyalong, NSW, #28498 (Parkes)

d. 21 Mar 1942, RGH, Concord, NSW, #5415

There was no issue.

Regards,

Darrell J WAIGHT

Thank you,

Regards, Ian 


McTERNAN

On 2019-01-20 04:21, Therese Johanson wrote:

Hi Ian,

Hugh & Mary McTernan’s first born was a daughter, Mary born abt 1841 Dublin.

She did not survive the voyage, alas.

So she did not become a pioneer, but perhaps worthy of note.

Regards,

~ Therese

Thank you,
Regards, Ian

GLENNON

On 2019-01-20 04:10, Therese wrote:

Proposed Change: Glennon, Mary (I96756)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I96756&tree=MP

Description: DEATH OF MRS HUGH McTERNAN.
On Sunday evening, at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Michael McNamara, Canterbury, there passed away one of the old pioneer residents of the colony, in the person of Mrs. Hugh McTernan, late of Mount Allan [sic], Micalago. The deceased arrived in the colony about 6o years ago, with her husband, who took, up the position of overseer to the late Captain Rossi, subsequently taking charge of his estate at Micalago, where Mr. and Mrs. McTernan eventually settled in a home of their own, at Mount Allan[sic], one of the best and most hospitably-known homesteads in the Monaro district. Mrs. McTernan was on a visit to her friends at Sydney at the time of her death. 
The remains were interred at Rookwood on Tuesday, and among the mourners were Messrs. W. and C. McTernan (sons), M. McNamara and J. A. O' Neill (sons-in-law) W. and M. McNamara and A. B. Jackson (grandsons) The coffin was of polished cedar and many floral tributes were laid on it. The descendants of the venerable lady number about 100, and include 17 great-grand-children. 
Mrs. McTernan was for some time matron of Queanbeyan Hospital.
                   The Queanbeyan Observer Fri 15 Jan 1904 pg 2

Therese

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Regards, Ian

BARNES

On 2019-01-18 03:37, Mary Nicholls wrote:

Hello Ian, 

BARNES, Alice D.  Person ID: I69331. Reference Number: MP69331

Not sure if anyone has the marriage certificate for Alice BARNES, daughter of Richard BARNES (Hotel Keeper) and Mary EGAN.

It appears as though, she is wrongly shown on your website, as marrying in NSW in 1892, to Joseph H. TAYLOR.

Here is a copy of her marriage certificate, in Victoria, on 1st March, 1894, as a “Spinster”.

https://mediasvc.ancestry.com/v2/image/namespaces/60623/media/6c2d434c-d9da-4e70-ab54-e563e5bdd9e8.jpg?client=Boards

https://mediasvc.ancestry.com/v2/image/namespaces/60623/media/498e2710-2591-4dfd-938f-042c9465e8a9.jpg?client=Boards

 I can then see a daughter born to them in St Kilda, Victoria, as well as more children.

Event registration number 7182

Registration year 1894

Family name RICHARDS

Given names Unnamed Female

Sex Female

Father's name Herbt

Mother's name Alice (Barnes)

Place of birth ST K

Alice BARNES / RICHARDS, seems to have died in 1902.

Event Death

Event registration number 13154

 

 

 

Registration year 1902

Family name RICHARDS

Given names Alice

 

Father's name Barnes Richd

 

Mother's name Mary (Unknown)

 

Place of birth

 

Place of death Cmaine Hos

 

Age 31

Thanking You,

Mary Nicholls

Thank you,
Regards, Ian

RIXON

On 2019-01-18 00:46, Rebecca Pate wrote:

Proposed Change: Rixon, Alice Annie (I44937)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I44937&tree=MP

Description: Marriage of Peter W.J Pendergast to Alice Annie Rixon was on 12.10.1935 at Tharwa N.S.W (dates from Gweneth Barbara Ann Sharp nee Pendergast- Daughter).

Rebecca Pate
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

LAW

On 2019-01-16 04:52, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: Law, Jane (I42356)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I42356&tree=MP

Description: OBITUARY 
MRS. JANE CHALKER
 Following a fortnight's illness, the death occurried at the residence of Mrs. A. Rabjohns, Kenmore Street, early yesterday morning of Mrs. Jane Chalker, aged 73, of Kingsdale and formerly of Goulburn The late Mrs. Chalker was a native of Jamberoo, South Coast, being the eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Law, of Dapto. Mrs. Chalker resided for a time at Laggan and then came to Goulburn. She had subsequently lived at ''Wollogorang,' and finally Kingsdale, coming to Goulburn a short time ago to undergo medical treatment. 
Mrs. Chalker, although well known, was of a retiring disposition, and was held in high esteem by all with whom she came in Contact. She is survived by a widower, two daughters Mrs. P. Speer. (Woodhouselee), and Mrs. F Gale (Kings-dale) ; and seven sons, William (Cooma), Charles (Pomeroy), Harold Hugh, Donald, Herbert, and Sydney, all of Kingsdale. Two other sons Stanley and Ernest, of Kingsdale Were killed during the Great War. Mrs. Chalker, also leaves five sisters, Mrs. A. Bailey (Dapto), Mrs. W. A. Rogan (Wyangree), Mrs. J. Trimble (Maxville), Mrs. B. Watt. (Goulburn), and Mrs. W. Graham (Goulburn); and two brothers Messrs C. and D. Law of Kangaroo Valley. The funeral will take place this afternoon leaving the residence of Mr. Rabjohns, 36 Kenmore Street, at 3.30 for the General Cemetery.
Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW : 1881 - 1940), Friday 8 July 1932, page 2

Warwick
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

LOVELOCK

On 2019-01-16 04:39, Robyn Clark wrote:

Proposed Change: Lovelock, Mary Ann (I96137)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I96137&tree=MP

Description: hi there. My name  is Robyn Clark and i am the grandaughter of Mary ANNA (not ANN)  Lovelock ( nee Viles and remarried to George Henry Field after Frederick Henry viles passed away tragically) 

Her Birth certificate No: is 26598 as issues from NSW BDM. 
All her children were:
1. Viles, Linda -children: Beverly and Jan 
2. Viles, Josephine - deceased
3. Viles, Valerie - deceased - children: Neil (deceased), Elizabeth and Debbie.
3. Viles, Keith,deceased 
4. Viles, Beryl Irene,(smaith) deceased - children: John, Garry (deceased)
5. Viles, Frederick Neil (never married)- deceased
6. Viles, Nancy Leah ( Clark- my mother - deceased - children:
Robyn Lorraine, Darryl Graeme, Merrill Annette, Lynne Michelle, Kerrie Maree ; all living.  

i have more info but cannot remember her date of death so am applying for it as we speak. many thanks for this site as it is helping put the pieces together for me and i can add some things as i get them to help others  

Robyn Clark
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

McTERNAN

On 2019-01-13 03:01, Therese Johanson wrote:

Hi Ian,

Just further documents re Bernard Roy McTERNAN 1889-1915; known as “Roy” .

AWM (including false name):-

https://www.awm.gov.au/advanced-search/people?roll=Roll%20of%20Honour&people_preferred_name=McTERNAN

NAA:-

https://recordsearch.naa.gov.au/SearchNRetrieve/Interface/ViewImage.aspx?B=1953843

Commonwealth War Graves:

https://www.cwgc.org/find-war-dead/casualty/718030/mclenan,-herbert/

Also attached death certificate for infant Bertie McTERNAN 1898– whose birth was not recorded or lost,  hence confusion with elder brother.

Hope this is helpful,

~ Therese

hank you,
Regards, Ian

McTERNAN

On 2019-01-13 03:01, Therese wrote:

Proposed Change: McTernan, Bernard (I122451)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I122451&tree=MP

Description: Bernard Roy McTERNAN born 30 Nov 1889 - twin to his sister Elsie Bernice; he grew up to enlist in the AIF under false name of Herbert McLenan - as he was in a protected occupation; was killed in action Lone Pine, Gallipoli 22 August 1915.

Therese
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

McTERNAN

On 2019-01-13 02:28, Therese wrote:

Proposed Change: McTernan, Elsie B. (I122450)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I122450&tree=MP

Description: Elsie Bernice McTERNAN was born 30 Nov 1889;
Twin to brother Bernard Roy - known as "Roy";
became Sr Mary Felicitas - Good Samaritan Sister 
- died 12 April 1983 @ Polding Villa, Glebe Point, NSW
NSWBDM 7870/1983

Therese
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

BYNG

On 2019-01-11 23:20, Patricia McGufficke wrote:

Proposed Change: Byng, Robert Edward (I315773)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I315773&tree=MP

Description: Son, Glenn Robert Byng born 1958 Woomera, S.A., died 24 Nov 2014.

Christening 1958 - from SMH article.
Glenn Robert Byng, whose parents brought him from their home in Woomera, to be christened in Sydney, is the 5th living generation in his family.  Glenn is the only child of Mr &Mrs R Byng of Woomera and is 3 1/2 months old.  Glenn's grandparents are Mr & Mrs W. Brading of Miranda, his g-grandmother is Mrs S McDonnell of Como and his gg grandmother is Mrs J Elliott of Bombala.  Mrs Elliott is 93 years old.  Glenn was christened at St Clement's Church, Marrickville.  Mrs Elliott was the only one of the five generations who could not attend the christening.  Godparents were Mrs P Quigley of Five Dock, Mr Neville Martin of Ashbury and Mr William Byng of Concord.  A party was held at the home of Mrs McDonnell, Glenn's great grandmother, after the ceremony.

Patricia McGufficke
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Regards, Ian

BRUCE

On 2019-01-09 17:43, Gregory McInnes wrote:

Proposed Change: Bruce, Phyllis Edith (I52523)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I52523&tree=MP

Description: The Monaro Post; 28 November 2018

DEATH NOTICE

Phyllis Edith McKey (nee Bruce)
Born Bombala, 12th April 1937
Died Canberra, 18 November 2018
Formerly of "Clovelly" Ando, NSW

Daughter of Baden and Miriam Bruce (both dec).
Devoted mother of Elspeth (dec).
Very proud grandma of Eleanor and Catriona.
Much loved family, friend and neighbour to many.
Special "grandma" to Hannah, Brydie and Elowyn Hughes
and many others.

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Phyllis will be held at Canberra Girls Grammar Chapel of Annunciation, Melbourne Ave, Deakin ACT on
Saturday, 15 December 2018, at 2pm.

Private cremation has taken place.

Gregory McInnes
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

BRAYSHAW

On 2019-01-09 17:31, Gregory McInnes wrote:

Proposed Change: Brayshaw, Etta May (I42056)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I42056&tree=MP

Description: The Monaro Post; 5 December 2018

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of
Etta May Brayshaw
28.08.1925 - 02.12.2014
Lovingly remembered & sadly
missed by family & friends.
Always in our hearts

Gregory McInnes
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

MOTBEY

On 2019-01-09 17:29, Gregory McInnes wrote:

Proposed Change: Motbey, Margaret Delma (I365711)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I365711&tree=MP

Description: Born: 4 August 1932

Gregory McInnes
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

DOUCH

On 2019-01-09 17:19, Gregory McInnes wrote:

Proposed Change: Douch, Phyllis Belle (I41715)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I41715&tree=MP

Description: The Monaro Post; 19 December 2018

IN MEMORIAM

In Memory of our Beautiful
  Mum, Grandma, Ma Mar

Phyllis Belle Platts
      15/12/2017

   Forever in our hearts
Loved & Missed every day..

 Lionel, Stephen, Michael
   David & Families xxxx

Gregory McInnes
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

McDONALD

On 2019-01-09 17:13, Gregory McInnes wrote:

Proposed Change: McDonald, William Charles (I86328)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I86328&tree=MP

Description: The Monaro Post; 21 December 2018

MCDONALD, William Charles - passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 11th 2018 at Currawarna Aged Care Bombala, formerly of Ryedale Rd, Nimmitabel. Aged 87 years.

Dearly loved husband of Dulcie (DEC), father of Narelle, Donald, Timothy (DEC), Patrick, Rose, Jeffrey, Bernard and Simon. Adored Grandfather and Great Grandfather to all his many grandchildren.

The relatives and friends of the late WILLIAM CHARLES MCDONALD attended his funeral service held in the St Andrews Catholic Church, Nimmitabel, on Monday December 17th 2018 commencing at 11:00 am. At the conclusion of the service, the cortege proceeded to Nimmitabel Cemetery.

Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-6522094

Gregory McInnes
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

WILTON

On 2019-01-09 17:51, Gregory McInnes wrote:

Proposed Change: Wilton, Kathleen May (I37008)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I37008&tree=MP

Description: Born: 10 October 1913

Gregory McInnes
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

ROFFE

On 2019-01-05 20:48, Warwick wrote:

Proposed Change: Roffe, Edward (I16895)
Tree: SE NSW Pioneers and Settlers
Link: 
http://monaropioneers.com/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I16895&tree=MP

Description: A GOLDEN WEDDING.

To the Editor.

Sir,-In looking over last Saturday's TOWN AND COUNTRY, I saw a paragraph relating to a golden wedding celebration. I wish them much joy; but we think we can beat them in most cases. Mrs. Roffe and myself were married on the 9th day of October, in 1823. I am a native of Tunbridge, England, and Mrs. Roffe a native of Eastgrinsted, England. We came to this country in the Argyle in the year 1839. We have eight children living and three dead ; all that are living are married. We have living 66 grand-children, and 20 great-grandchildren ; our united ages is 156. I am now 79, and a hale old man, not the least stooping, and can do a good day's work. Mrs. Roffe is in good health, but her memory fails her, for she met with a severe accident on board ship, where she had her head cut open by the falling of the foretop-sail-sheet, but she recovered, and is now alive and well, and is 77 years of age. We have been married 54 years the 9th of last October, so you see we beat Mr. Hill and wife in most cases. Yours truly.

EDWARD ROFFE.

Dornden, Dalton, June 26,1878.
Australian Town and Country Journal, page 17 Sat 6 July 1878

Warwick
Thank you,
Regards, Ian

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