21 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

No 21 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a part width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets and a decorative frieze. The verandah has been extended south to act as a carport. The thrust bay features a polygonal bay with double hung sash windows. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by side lights and a pair of double hung sash windows. The roofscape features a pair of rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1929 Engagement. Lorna Nellie, only daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. F. Culley, of Stoke street, Beaconsfield, to Horrie, second eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lewis, of 21 Alexandra-road East, Fremantle. (reference)
1930 Indian Scout, 1927 model, perfect order. Well shod, nearly new, £23. Cash. 21 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1932 Mrs. C. H. Pinniger, of East Fremantle, left on Monday to spend a holiday at Quarram. She was accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. G. Pearse, and small grandson. (reference)
1932 Lost, Kangaroo Dog, white and tan, answers to Prince. Reward. 21 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1932 Marriage of Miss Mollie Pinniger, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Pinniger, of Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, to Mr. John Lee, of High street, Fremantle… (reference) See photo
1933 Learmonth Duffy and Co. have received instructions from Mrs. C. H. Pinniger to sell by public auction as above: Splendid Beale Piano. Lovely Fawn Axminster Carpet...Valuable Three-Piece Suite...Superior Chesterfield Lounge...Massive Oak Sideboard, Large Oak Extension Table...Suite of 6 Oak-Framed Chairs...D.S. Sideboard and Linen Press. Handsome Oak Bedroom Suite...Oak D. Bedstead, Duchesse Chest. Congoleum Square. Bath Heater. W.E. Bedroom Suite, 3 pieces. Kauri Bedroom Suite, 3 pieces. Overmantle. 8-Day Clock. Linoleums, Oak Ice Chest. 6 A.B. Chairs. Kitchen Table. Green’s Lawn Mower, etc., etc. (reference)
1935 Marriage of William, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Pinniger, of East Fremantle and Irwin Inlet, to Ninian (Heather), only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Ve'all, of Denmark. (reference)
1942 Death on June 30, at his residence, 21 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, Alfred Cope, dearly beloved husband of Elizabeth Cope and loving father of Phyllis, Frank (Sergeant RAE) and Ron (RAN); aged 54 years. (reference)

“We (my wife Katina and myself) lived at 21 Alexandra Road from 2007 until Jan this year. Over that time our son Jamie and daughter Arabella were born and raised there and it was an enormously happy place!” James Bowie, Bowie Beef 2022

RESIDENTS

1926: Jenkins, John

1927 - 1930: Lewis, William Harry

1931 - 1932: Pinniger, Charles H.

1934 - 1937: Smirk, R. C.

1937 - 1943: Cope, Alfred

1944 - 1949: Cope, Mrs Elizabeth

2007- 2022 James and Katina Bowie, children Jamie and Arabella both born and raised there

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22 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

No 22 Alexandra Road is a single-storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a part-width return skillion roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at the gable bay and is supported on Tuscan columns set over piers. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the piers. The gable bay features a pair of double hung sash windows under a tiled awning. The entry door is on the south elevation under the return verandah. It is unlikely that the place was rendered in the first instance. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1920 Death on September 22, at Williamstown, Victoria, Frank Curtis, dearly loved brother of Mrs. H. J. Bishop, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. Deeply regretted. (reference)
1923 I hereby Withdraw the Sale of my property Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle, from all agents H. J. Bishop. (reference)
1926 Sister Lilian Ashton, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ashton, Avonvale, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, and Sister Luttrell, left Fremantle by the s.s. Zealandia on Saturday, to take up duties in the Royal Paddington Hospital, Sydney. (reference)
1927 East Fremantle, one minute tram, Superior House, five rooms, large vestibule, bathroom, pantry, linen press, scullery, washhouse, c. and t's, front and side verandahs, cement paths, lawns front and back, motor shed, all beautifully finished inside and outside, all conveniences. Apply 22 Alexandra -rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1931 East Fremantle, Duke-st.(Marmion end), 4 roomed Brick and Stone House, all conveniences, 22/6. W. Burns, 22 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1927: Ashton, Arthur Andrew

1928 - 1929: Burns

1930 - 1934: Burns, William P.

1934 - 1938: Jackson, Mrs Charlotte M.

1938 - 1949: Cook, John A.

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23 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

No 23 Alexandra Road is a single-storey house constructed in timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a part-width return bull-nosed roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with brackets and a frieze. The verandah terminates at the thrust bay. The gable bay features a window under a sunhood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and a window. The windows are double hung sashes flanked by sidelights.

HISTORY

1927 Hit By Motor Lorry. Man Injured in Perth. John McKinnon (49), ot 456 Hay street, Perth, met with an accident at the corner of St. George's-terrace and Barrack-street at 12.45 pm. Yesterday. According to James Kershaw, of East Fremantle, who was driving a motor lorry around the corner, McKinnon stepped from the kerb and walked into the side of the lorry. He was conveyed to the Perth Hospital and detained. (reference)
1930 Vehicle Transfer: 25267, Rowland Ellis to Stanley James Kershaw, 23 Alexander(Alexandra?)-road, East Fremantle, Essex. (reference)
1931 Vehicle Registration: 7351, Stanley J. Kershaw, 23 Alexander(Alexandra?)-road, East Fremantle, Rudge-Whitworth. (reference)
1933 Norton, 3½ o.h.v., good condition, appearance, needs little work. Best cash offer. 23 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1952 Pontiac 1936 Sedan, Tyres and appearance good, mechanically sound; owner going away. 23 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1949: James Robert Kershaw

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24 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

24 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 24 Alexandra Road is a single-storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with an ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a gable bay and a full-width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah extends over the gable bay and is supported on steel posts. A steel balustrade spans between the posts. There is a central door flanked by windows. The verandah has been extended south and modified to fit a basement level garage. The roofscape features a rendered chimney. There are rendered quoins to the original openings. The gable has been simplified and verandah detailing lost.

HISTORY

1927 Death on March 22, at East Fremantle, Mary Ann Mumford(Mollie), dearly beloved wife of Ernest Edward Mumford, of Glen Mavis, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, and fond mother of Mavis and Glen Mumford, aged 51 years. (reference)
1927 Engagement. Mavis, elder daughter of Mr. and the late Mrs. E. E. Mumford, Alexander-road,East Fremantle, to Keith, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Leonhardt, 23 Allen street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1930 Birth on October 9, at St. Helen's Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Keith Leonhardt, of 24 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle—a daughter (Jill). Both well. (reference)
1932 Birth on May 13, at St. Helen's Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Keith Leonhardt, of 24 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle—a son. Both well. (reference)
1941 The Friends of the late Mrs. Mary Paddon of 94 Shenton Road, Swanbourne, widow of the late John Charles Paddon are respectfully informed that her remains will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral will leave the residence of her son, Mr. William Paddon of 24 Alexandra Road, East Fremantle… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1930: Mumford, Ernest Edward

1931 - 1932: Mumford, Ernest Edward & Leonhardt, Keith

1933 - 1936: Leonhardt, Keith

1936 - 1942: Paddon, William H.

1945 - 1949: Padden, William H.

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27 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

No 27 Alexandra Road is a single-storey house constructed in tuck pointed brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Filigree style. It is symmetrically composed with a full-width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. A gable roofed porch is located centrally over the verandah. The gable has timber filigree detailing and a jettied gable. There is a central door flanked by pairs of French double hung sash windows. There are rendered string courses. The roofscape features several tall, part rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1927 Engagement. Dorothy, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Bennett, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, and Guy, fourth son of the late John W. and Mrs. M. Bateman, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1934 ...Mr. Phillip Bennett, of Cooarra, 27 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle...Born in Victoria 68 years ago, Mr. Bennett lived in Tasmania for a number of years, going to Fremantle in 1894. He conducted a grocery business in partnership with the late Mr. W. Burnside at Fremantle for 34 years, retiring two years ago. He was a foundation member and at times president and vice-president of the Fremantle Business Men's Association, and was a committee member association at the time of his retirement from business. He was a member of long standing of Beaconsfield Lodge. No. 14, W.A.C. and was a past chief ranger of Court Unity Lodge, A.O.F. He left a widow, five daughters and four sons. (reference)
1946 Death on March 30, at Fremantle, Lucy Elizabeth Bennett, of 27 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, widow of the late Philip Bennett, loving mother of Cyril (A.l.F.), Madge(Mrs. Harper), Dorothy (Mrs. G. Bateman), Wynn. Tom, Phil, Cliff, Joan (Mrs. R. Graham), and Joyce (Mrs. L. S. Cook) and the late Roy (1st A.I.F.), Frank and Phil, fond grandma of Philip. Peter, Bill, Shirley, Guy, John, Ann, Roy and Edwina; aged 74 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1934: Bennett, Phillip (B and Burnside)

1934 - 1949: Bennett, Mrs. L.

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28 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

28 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 28 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a full width return verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with valance boards. A half timbered gable is located centrally over the verandah to mark the entry. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by pairs of French double hung sash windows. The roofscape features tall rendered capped chimneys.

HISTORY

1918 Wanted, Furnished 4 roomed House. Fremantle convenient to tram, six months lease. Mackay, 28 Alexandra-rd., Fremantle. (reference)
1923 General wanted, no washing. Mrs. G. D. Holmes, Blackwood, Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1924 The Late Mr. George D. Holmes. The many friends of the late Mr. George D. Holmes throughout Western Australia were shocked to hear of his death, which occurred on the 7th inst., in a private hospital at Perth, after an operation. Born at. Mandurah in 1969, he came to Fremantle at the age of 14, to complete his education. Mr. Holmes joined the Postal and Telegraph Department, and for many years was stationed at Cossack, which place at that time was the pearling centre of the North-West. He severed his connection with the department, and joined the firm of Holmes Bros. and Co., which firm, it will be remembered, were the largest butchers in the State. After disposal of their numerous businesses to Holmes Bros., Ltd., Mr. George D. Holmes was appointed manager of the Fremantle branch. Next, deceased became a member of the firm of Walker and Holmes, Fremantle, but for the last two years he had conducted a business on his own account as a shipping provider. Holmes and Holmes. Ltd., who have large pastoral interests in this State, also claim him as a shareholder. Mr. Holmes was a Freemason being a member of Beaconsfield Lodge, No. 14. W.A.C. Deceased leaves a widow and three sons, and was a brother of Messrs. W. J. Holmes, J. J. Holmes, M.L.C., and the late R. H., and Police Inspector T. Holmes. Deceased was well known throughout the whole State, and particularly in Fremantle, where his jovial figure will be sadly missed. There is no doubt that on account of his genial, hospitable, and generous disposition, he was one of the most popular and respected residents of the port. The very long funeral cortege moved from his late residence, “Blackwood,” Alexandra-road, East Fremantle… (reference)
1933 Exchange Ford Lorry, 1-ton model T, in good order, all new tyres, for Car or Utility, equal value. G. Playle, 28 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1933 Engagement. Dorothy, eldest daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. H. Playle, of 28 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, to Roland Melbourne, only son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Fletcher, of Hamilton-road, Spearwood. (reference)
1934 Marriage of Alfred William, younger son of Mrs. Playle, of East Fremantle, and the late Mr. H. Playle, to Nancy Greenslade, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Moore, of North Fremantle. (reference)
1937 Elderly Woman Missing From East Fremantle. Thomas Edward Gammon, of 28 Alexander-road, East Fremantle, reported to the Fremantle police tonight that his mother-in-law, Mrs. Elizabeth Willison (72), who resides with him, had been missing since 2 p.m. At that time, she left home to go for a walk. (reference)
1939 Port “Joey” Has Been Caged For 41 Years. Mr. C. Wakely, of 28 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, has had a Karella cockatoo in a cage for 41 years, and she is in perfect health and condition. Mr. Wakely can give proof of her age. ''Strange to say,” (writes Mr. Wakely) ''we were treated to the same surprise as was Mr. T. Bowes, of the Zoo. I always thought he was a male, but after 21 years she started to lay eggs, and then stopped talking. She has been laying eggs ever since, in the months of August, September, October and November. I have a collection of them from 1933 to 1938, the others were destroyed owing to change of residence. “I do not claim a record, as I am told they live to a great age.” (reference)
1946 P. H. Bennett (17), of Perth Modern School, is a son of Mrs S. L. Bennett, of 28 Alexandra Road, East Fremantle. He passed in nine Junior subjects and six at the Leaving. (reference)
1949 Birth on May 27, to Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Bennett, of 28 Alexander(Alexandra?)-road, East Fremantle—a daughter (Susan Margaret). Both well. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Dorothea Parker and staff of St. Helen's, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926: Holmes, George D. (Walker & H)

1927: 1930: Holmes, Mrs. E. H.

1931: Vacant

1932: Vacant

1933 - 1936: Playle, Mrs. Mary J.

1936 - 1938: Green, William

1938 - 1940: Gammon, Thomas E.

1940 - 1944: Wakely, Charles

1945 - 1949: Bennett, Cyril

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29 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

No 29 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Queen Anne style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a full width return hip roofed verandah supported on turned timber posts with timber fretwork. There is a gable bay to the corner of the house. Both gable bays feature sets of double hung sash windows. The entry door is located on the south elevation under the return verandah. The roofscape features tall rendered chimneys. There are rendered quoins and sills which are decorative.

HISTORY

1927 Mesdames Fisher Beard and Digby Beard had quite an exciting time recently when they visited their husbands, who were camping on Garden Island. They went to the island in Mr. Digby Beard's fine yacht the Matalee. Deciding to go home by the Emerald, which they intended to catch at Rockingham, Mesdames Beard put off from Garden Island to catch the Emerald. Imagine their surprise when they met the Emerald going full steam for Fremantle, a couple of miles out of Rockingham. The result was that Mr. Digby Beard had to stop the Emerald on the high seas and transport his passengers by the yacht's Dinghy. (reference)
1932 Two ¼ -acre Blocks, Adrian-st., Palmyra. Apply 29 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1933 Death on June 17, at his residence, 154 Bagot-road, Subiaco, Cedric Althestane, dearly beloved son of Julian Alfred and Ellen Smith, of Tungamah, 29 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle and loving brother of Rowena, Reginald, Helen and Alex Smith; aged 28 years. (reference)
1935 Wanted for Farm, near Northam, Domestic Help, all duties. Mother and daughter. Apply mornings, 29 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle… (reference)
1936 Mr. and Mrs. J. McMillan, of Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, are holidaying at Rockingham. (reference)
1939 Left at South Perth Oval on Saturday, La crosse Stick and Bag of Gear. Reward...call 29 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Mr. and Mrs. Butchart, of 36 Petra-street, Palmyra, wish to announce the engagement of their only daughter, Dorothy Joan, to Norman Kingsley, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Gammon, of 29 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 Bedroom Suite, dark oak, 3 pieces, Stretcher, Gramophone spring missing. 29 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 Boys Out of Control. Damage to Property. A father admitted to Mr. A. Schroeder, Special Magistrate, in the Fremantle Children's Court yesterday that he was unable to control his three boys, who were charged with being neglected children. Their ages are 16, 12 and 8 years. ...The two elder brothers were also charged with another boy aged 12, with having wilfully damaged a letterbox, the property of Thomas Edwin Gammon, at East Fremantle on June 23. (reference)
1952 Death on Sept. 3, at Fremantle, Wilf., dearly beloved husband of Ivy Nicholls, of 29 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, loved father of Marjorie (Mrs. O. Williams), Corrine (Mrs. F. Hansen) and Dorothy, father-in-law of Owen and Fred and fond grandfather of Sheryl, Kent, Paul and the late Kerry; aged 57 years. My darling. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1932: Beard, Mrs. Fisher

1933 - 1935: Smith, Julian A.

1935 - 1939: McMillan, John

1939 - 1949: Gammon, Thomas E.

1952: Nicholls, Ivy

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31 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

No 31 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets. At the southern end of the verandah there is a set of steps and a gabled entry. The gable features timber fretwork including what appears to be the initials D L. A new front door has been constructed to the eastern end of the return verandah. The front facade features bay windows with French double hung sashes. The roofscape features tall tuck pointed chimneys.

HISTORY

1907 Miss Carrick has resumed teaching Violin, Pianoforte, and Voice Production. At 31 Alexander-rd., Fremantle. (reference)
1908 Fremantle.Two Brick Villas each 5 rooms bath, etc., nice garden, cheap rent, newly renovated. 29 and 31 Alexander-rd. (reference)
1927 The Friends of the late Mrs. Janny Hirsohn, formerly of Beaufort-street, Perth, and late of 31 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, are respectfully invited to follow her remains to the place of interment… (reference)
1928 Birth on November 20, at St. Helen's, East Fremantle, to Dr. and Mrs. S. Cohney, of 31 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle—a son. Both well. No visitors till November 30. (reference)
1931 Birth on November 18, at Perth, to Dr. and Mrs S. Cohney, of 31 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1933 Birth on April 10, at Perth, to Dr. and Mrs. S. Cohney, of 31 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle—a son. Both well. (reference)
1935 To Contractors. Tenders for private Motor Garage, 31 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926: Lewis, William Harry

1927 - 1949: Cohney, S. (medical practitioner)

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32 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

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No 32 Alexandra Road ‘Nanutarra’ is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a full width return hip roofed verandah, supported on turned timber posts, post brackets and vertical timber balustrade between the posts. The half timbered gable bay features a bay window with a pair of double hung sashes. At the southern end of the verandah there is a set of steps leading down to the garden. The entrance is located on the south elevation under the return verandah. Windows are single pane double hung sashes. Particular features of the house include its roofscape, with tall jettied half-timbered gables and chimneys with rendered caps.

HISTORY

1926 Married Couple, man useful and gardener, wife general servant; references. Nanutarra, 32 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1933 Crossword Puzzle. No. 66 Competition…£2 Prizes...Mrs. G. Bateman, 32 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle… (reference)
1935 Wanted, Companion-Help, with references. Apply Mrs. Higham, 32 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1936 Learmonth. Duffy & Co. have receives instructions from the W.A. Trustee, Executor & Agency Co., Ltd. (as Trustees of the Estate of H. J. W. Higham (deceased) to offer by auction as above, that charming and modern Stone Residence, Nanutarra, being No. 32 Alexandra road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1936 Marriage of Jean Eva, eldest daughter of Mrs. J. Secombe, of 32 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, and the late Rev. T. Secombe, to Howard Thomson, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. F. G. Williams, of Darlington. Present address, Orange-road, Darlington. (reference)
1937 Coronation Garden Fete...will be held at the residence of Mrs. Secombe, 32 Alexandra Road, East Fremantle… (reference)
1938 Lost. Ladies Gold Wrist Watch, Rotherham, between Fremantle, East Fremantle. Reward. N. Caesar, 32 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 Above, select home, soft washing, 30/...A. J. Atkinson. 32 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1945-1947 “my sister and I lived at the above address from 1945 to 1947. Our father was George Wilfred Taylor, carpenter and builder. We were there when the war ended … The Gregorys that bought that house years after we left were related to us. Mrs Gregory was my mother's cousin. My mothers single name was Henderson. I am 82 years old , widowed, married twice and my sister is 92 years old. ” Stella Brown (nee Taylor) August 2003
1949 The Friends of the late Mr. Denis Dingwall, of 32 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that a Presbyterian Service will be held in the Crematorium Chapel… (reference)
1949 Tuart Trees, already cut down, given away for firewood. 32 Alexandra-rd., last. Fremantle. (reference)
1954 Dalmations. pedigreed puppies and mother, Show winners. 32 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)

“My grandparents owned 32 Alexander st in the 1950s and it is indeed my Grandad who bread Dalmations. My Grandad’s name was Leonard Gregory and his wife was Evelyn Gregory (nee Henderson). They had 5 children, Clive, Robert, Gordon, Gary and Karen. Leonard was both a farmer and policeman from the wheatbelt before they moved to Alexander rd. One of my Uncles provided this photo and a snapshot into their lives there:

The property has changed so much since our family lived there from approximately 1952 to 1963. The house has undergone a lot of changes over the years as well as new buildings being added, a swimming pool installed and a large garage (at the rear of the block) removed.

The house itself has undergone so many changes in being modernised and it is difficult to realise that it is the same dwelling that I once lived in. All rooms are enormous in size and the ornate ceilings are very high. There was a cellar behind a door coming off the main passageway. From the cellar door entrance a flight of steps led down to the actual cellar floor. We did not use it for anything in particular and the cellar seemed a bit spooky to most of us when we ventured into it.

We had a water well (approximately 30 metres deep) located next to the wood shed and drinkable water could be pumped from it to an above ground tank using a control system housed in a box above the well.

The separate building that once consisted of a wash-house, storage room and wood shed has been substantially upgraded and is now probably used for other purposes.

The tennis court has been retained and substantial development has taken place around it (paving, upgraded court shelter hut).

Dad was a Taxi Proprietor at the time and about 1953 the Taxi Control Board was successful in gaining approval from my father to erect a signal tower to assist two-way radio communications between the Control Base and the fleet of taxi vehicles operating in the area. A small room in the garage was used to house the electronic equipment needed in support of the signal tower. The tower and associated equipment was removed just prior to the sale of my parents property about 1963.

I can remember my uncle George and Aunty Elsie in the mid 1950’s having their wedding reception and catering for about 50 guests in the huge dinning room at the family home. We often used to sleep out on warm summer nights on the verandah which surrounded the house. We wouldn’t like to do such a thing today, as security would be an issue.

There used to be some horse stables backing on to the property rear boundary when we lived there, but these have moved to comply with changing council bylaws.” Jenny Hiscox (Nee Gregory)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1936: Higham, Mrs. H. J. W.

1937 - 1938: Secombe, Mrs. Jean

1938 - 1940: Roberts, Arthur & Caesar, Ernst

1940 - 1941: Atkinson, John

1941 - 1944: Healey, T.

1944 - 1947: Taylor, George Wilfred (1905-1961)

1949: Dingwall, Denis

1952-1963 Leonard Gregory, Evelyn and children Clive, Robert, Gordon, Gary and Karen

32 Alexandra Rd c 1963, photo (Jenny Hiscox)

c. 1910 Nanutarra, Back -Murial Fincham (nee Higham), Bill, front from right, Norman, Jack, Maud Higham (nee Bateman), J.J. Higham

Constable Leonard Gregory 1946

32 Alexandra rd c 1963

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33 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

33 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 33 Alexandra Road is a single-storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. In the 1970s two extensions were made to the original building. A studio was also constructed in the 1970s and another extension in the 1990s. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a part-width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. There is a vertical timber balustrade that spans between the posts. The verandah flooring and balustrade were replaced in 2014. The half timbered, gable bay features a pair of double hung sash windows. There is a central entry door with a hopper light flanked by sidelights and a French double hung sash window. Particular features of the house include its roofscape with jettied half-timbered gables and chimneys with rendered caps. There are rendered string courses and decorative sills. The place sits on a limestone foundation.

HISTORY

1925 Death on September 21, at her residence, 18 Terry-street, Deepdene, Victoria, Sarah, dearly beloved wife of William Richard Hatch, loving mother of Mrs. J. J. Roche, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, and grandma of Ted, Jack, Dukes, and Doris Roche, aged 80. Deeply mourned. (reference)
1929 Birth on July 8, at St. Helens, Moss-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Reg. Whittome, of 33 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle—a son(Kevin Alexander). Both well. (reference)
1929 Lost, between Fremantle and East, large carved ivory Rose Brooch, keepsake. Reward returning 33 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1935 Cashmere Chutney.—Take 2lb. apples, 1lb. dates, 1lb. raisins, ¼lb. preserved ginger, vinegar, ½oz. garlic, 1lb. brown sugar, 2 tablespoons salt, 1 teaspoon cayenne. Chop up Ingredients (do not peel apples), boil till tender in sufficient vinegar to cover them, taste and flavor. Bottle and cover as for jam.—Mrs. C. Wakely, 33 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 The Friends of Mr. Edward William Roche, of Kalannie, and late of Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that the remains of his late dearly beloved wife, Jeannie, will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery...The Cortege will more from the residence of Mr. J. J. Roche, Sen… (reference)
1946 Engagement. Doris Edna, fifth daughter of Mr. and the late Mrs. H. W. Roche, 33 Alexandra road, East Fremantle (late Kalannie), to George William, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Earnshaw, 21 Yeovil Crescent. Bicton. (reference)
1946 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Roche, of 33 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their only daughter, Doris Elizabeth, to Clement Leeds, of Preston Point-road, East Fremantle, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Leeds. (reference)
1949 Engagement. Beryl Crowther, youngest daughter of E. W. and the late Mrs. Roche, of 33 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, late of Kalannie, to Colin Kingsley, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Howden of Murchison Downs Station, Meekatharra. (reference)
1949 Diamond Wedding. The sons and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Roche, of 33 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the 60th Anniversary of their parents' Wedding… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1928: Roche, John James

1929: Whittome, Reg.

1930: Rowe, Percy

1931: Little, Mrs. C.

1932: Little, Mrs. O.

1933 - 1934: Vacant

1934 - 1941: Wakely, C.

1941 - 1949: Roach, J. J.

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34a Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

34A Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

Previously known as 34 & 36 Alexandra Road. (Gallery contains a photo of this previous construction)

No 34a Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a corrugated iron roof. The core house appears to be in the mid section. The original house has an ‘M’ format roofed section with a part width return verandah. The front facade features a pair of double hung sash windows. There are additions to the front of the house including a carport. The front addition is constructed of concrete blocks. Openings can be seen on the north elevation. The openings include modified openings at the western end and some original window openings to the east. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1907 Lost, Collie Pup, nine weeks old. Return H.(?) Clark, 34 Alexandra-rd., Fremantle. Handsome reward. (reference)
1919 Nicely Furnished Double room, central close beach and tram, use conveniences, gas. 34 Alexandra-rd., Fremantle. (reference)
1927 Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Collyer, of Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, are leaving shortly for a trip to England. (reference)
1927 Wanted, reliable Woman few hours daily, for domestic work. Apply Mrs. Collyer, 34 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1928 Mrs. Eliza Jane Manning Collyer. An old resident of Fremantle, who died last week. Deceased was the wife of Mr. A. F. Collyer, of Alexander-road, East Fremantle, and during her 30 years of residence at the Port had been actively connected with many organisations. She was an active worker on behalf of the Red Cross Society and other bodies during the war period, and was an honored member of the Silver Chain Nursing League. The Fremantle Croquet Club claimed her as a past president and life member, and there was no more ardent supporter of St. John's Church than Mrs. Collyer. (reference)
1942 Death on August 4, at East Fremantle, Johanna Collyer, dearly beloved wife of Alfred Frederick Collyer of 34 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, loving mother of Doll (Mrs. W. Panton, East Fremantle); aged 78 years. (reference)
1947 Royal Enfield, 1940, 350 s.v., for sale. Good condition. £55 or best offer...34 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1948 Death on July 29, at East Fremantle, Roberta Bacon, dearly beloved Daughter of Mrs. H. J. Purdie and the late C. M. Purdie of 190 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, loving sister of Marguerite (Mrs. N. H. Simpson), Evelyn (Mrs.W Haywood), Jane (Mrs. J. G. Heterick), Roderick, Clyde and Ernest. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1946: Collyer, Alfred Frederick

1947: Simpson

1949: Simpson, Norm H

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38 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

38 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

Aesthetic & Representative

The house is constructed in the Federation style from local limestone and brick in 1905 for a daughter of John Bateman, an early colonist, postmaster and investor in the Fremantle Whaling Company. It has been fully and sympathetically renovated over the years and extended by the previous owners. Many period features remain including high ceilings with elaborate cornices, jarrah boards, sash windows, large paneled doors, 5 original fireplaces, wide verandas etc.

HISTORY

1934 Death on June 21, at her residence, Naumai, 38 Alexandra road, East Fremantle, Sarah Edwards, daughter of the late William and Jane Edwards, of Heartleap, York, and loving sister of Rachael, Louisa (Mrs. Durlacher), Annie (Mrs. Reid), Deborah (Mrs. Andrews, Melbourne, Victoria) and Kenneth Edwards; aged 86 years. (reference)
1936 The Friends of the late Miss Dorothy Mona Owen, of Naumai, 38 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, beloved second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Owen, of 37 Holland-street, Fremantle East, are respectfully informed that her remains will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)
1936 Death on August 24, at East Fremantle, Rachel Edwards, of Naumai, 38 Alexandra road, East Fremantle, daughter of the late William and Jane Edwards, of Heartleap, York; aged 84 years. (reference)
1943 Lost, between Palace Hotel and Plaza Arcade, Diamente Royal Navy Crown Brooch, keepsake; great sentimental value. Reward. Apply 38 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1932: Edwards, Miss Sarah

1933 - 1937: Edwards, Miss Rachel

1937 - 1938: Thompson, Frederick J.

1938 - 1939: Bode, Victor L.

1940-1963: Eric John Barron

2018- Gilbert P

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49 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

49 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 49 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The place is built on a corner lot that addresses Alexandra Street and Parry Avenue. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a part width low pitch roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on rendered masonry piers. A rendered masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The gable bay features a set of double hung sash windows under a sunhood. There is a central door flanked by a set of three double hung sashes. The roofscape features tall rendered chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1935 Girl Wanted, general household duties. Mrs. H. E. Mofflin. 49 Alexandra-rd., E. Fremantle. (reference)
1940 General, sleep out, references. Mrs. Mofflin. 49 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1944 Singer Sewing Machine, drophead, 66, excellent condition. Apply 49 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1944 Death on November 21, at Fremantle. Elizabeth Barrett, dearly beloved wife of James William Barrett, of 49 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle; loving mother of John W. Meiers (North Fremantle) and the late Ruby Westergaard...aged 75 years. (reference)
1947 Solid Lounge Suite for sale, needs re-covering. 49 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1948 Death on January 10, at Fremantle, James William Barrett, dearly beloved husband of Elizabeth Barrett, of 49 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, stepfather of the late Ruby (Mrs. Westergaard), and dear grandfather of Vera (Mrs. L. W. Smith), and Jean (Mrs. A. C. Styles). (reference)

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1936: Mofflin, H. L.

1936 - 1941: Mofflin, Horace L.

1941 - 1942: Evans, H.

1942 - 1943: Saunders, John

1944 - 1949: Smith, Leslie W.

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61 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

61 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 61 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with an ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The house is constructed on a narrow lot. It is symmetrically composed with a full bull nosed roof verandah supported on timber posts. There is a central door flanked by double hung sash windows. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1935 East Fremantle. 61 Alexandra-road: S.D., four rooms and kitchen. 14/ per week. (reference)
1939 Baby Citroen, good engine, smart body, well shod and licensed, £35 cash or offer. 61 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 Morris Minor, 30 model, well shod, licensed, runs nice; £60, take small Motor Bike part payment. 61 Alexandra-rd. East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 Wanted. Motor Bike, about 1½ h.p. cheap, cash buyer. 61 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926: Vacant

1927: Cooper, Henry J.

1928: Farmer, Harold B.

1929: Vacant

1930: Johnson, Mrs. Matilda

1931 - 1935: Smith, Emanuel S.

1935 - 1937: Green, Mrs.

1937 - 1942: Goddard, William

1942 - 1943: Rushton, Mrs.

1944 - 1949: Rushton, Mrs. Emma

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63 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

63 Alexandra Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

HISTORY

1940 Engagement. Doris Thelma, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. Bovell, of East Fremantle, and Leslie Phillip Giles (R.A.N.), second son of Mr. E. Giles, of East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Wedding of Jean Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. W. Sims, of Hammad-street, Palmyra and Benjamin James, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. B. Bovell, of Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Death of Benjamin J. Bovell, of East Fremantle, at the age of 59 years. He was the father of Mr. Douglas Bovell, of Manjimup. The funeral took place in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle cemetery. (reference)
1951 Cream Cane Pram with a toddler's seat. 63 Alexandra rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1954 B.S.A. 2¼ o.h.v., 1949, exc. condition, £55. 63 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1941: Bovell, Benjamin

1941 - 1945: Bovell, Mrs. Mary J

1946 - 1947: Collins, Thomas

1949: Toglini, Steve

65 Alexandra Road

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65 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

HISTORY

1930 Death on October 7, at the Fremantle Public Hospital, Robert James Huxley...father of...Lilly (Mrs. C. F. Jeffries, of Alexander-road, East Fremantle)...aged 57 years. (reference)
1931 Economical Eggless Puddings for Harassed Housewife.—Well-tried Plum Pudding: 2 cups plain flour, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup currants, 1 cup raisins, a little candied peel, 1 teaspoon spice; rub dry ingredients together; mix with 1½ cups hot water, in which melt 1 tablespoon butter or dripping and 1 teaspoon carbonate of soda. Boil three to four hours. Serve with custard. Ginger Pudding: Beat 2 tablespoons of dripping, sugar, and golden syrup; well melt to make easy, then add 1 cup of milk, in which is dissolved half teaspoon carbonate of soda; stir well in 1½ cups s.r. flour, 1 teaspoon ginger, ½ teaspoon spice, and a pinch of salt. Steam in greased mould for two hours. Serve with custard or white sauce. Sultana Roll: 2 cups s.r. flour, ¼lb. suet chopped finely, 1 cup sultanas; mix well with cold water; roll in floured cloth. Boil one and a half hours. Serve with golden syrup.—Mrs. L. Jeffries, 65 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1935 East Fremantle, 65 Alexandra-road; Brick 3 rooms and kitchen, 13/ per week. (reference)
1949 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. J. Clavey, of Alexander(Alexandra?)-road, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their eldest daughter, Bessie, to Ronald Calley, only son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Calley, of Zenobia-street, Palmyra. (reference)
1951 Engagement. Ivy, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Clavey, 65 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, to Alfred, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Moore, of 159 Watkin-street, White Gum Valley. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926: Richards, Alfred

1927 - 1934: Jeffries, Charles F.

1934 - 1935: Conway, F. E.

1935 - 1939: Murray, Alex G.

1939 - 1949: Clavey, James W.

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72 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

72 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 72 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in tuck pointed brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a full width return verandah. The verandah is supported by turned timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The north section of the verandah has been enclosed. The roofscape features tall rendered chimneys and finials. Walls are tuck-pointed brick with rendered string courses. The house is elevated above the garden. The entry door is located on the south elevation under the return verandah. The entry door and hopper light are flanked by sidelights and double hung sash windows.

HISTORY

1921 Lost, on Friday,. Black and White Fox Terrier Dog, collar and reg. disc on. Reward on returning to Mrs. M. Bateman, Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1924 Death on August 2, 1916, Lieutenant H. P. Bateman (Pat), killed in action in France, dearly loved third son of the late J. W. Bateman and Mrs. M. Bateman, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, aged 31 Years. (reference)
1927 Dorothy, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Bennett, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, and Guy, fourth son of the late John W. and Mrs. M. Bateman, Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1928 Wanted, good General, able to do plain cooking, no laundry. Mrs. M. Bateman, 72 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Death on October 3, at her residence, Sydenham, 72 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, Mary Bateman, widow of the late John Wesley Bateman, loving mother of John, Lew, Mabel (Mrs. H. K. Maley), Guy, Vern, Charles and the late Bert (Pat.), and Will Bateman (killed in action, 1914-18); in her 91st year. (reference)
1950 Bridal Orchids Came By Plane. The bride wore a lovely gown of white figured mirror satin featuring a marquisette bodice, long sleeves and graceful train. Her three-tiered veil of tulle was edged with lace.Matron-of-honor was Mrs. Ivy Breustedt, bridesmaid was Joan Chamberlain and trainbearer Shirley Sweetman. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1942: Bateman, Mrs. Mary

1942 - 1946: Breustedt, Mrs. Ivy & Williams, Stan

1947 - 1949: Breustedt, Mrs. Ivy & Gibson, Mrs.

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77 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

77 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 77 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in rendered masonry with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets. The front facade and gable bay feature sets of replacement windows. The entry door is located on the south elevation under the return verandah.
The place has had some modification but retains its original form. There are additions to the rear and side of the house. The lot has been subdivided and amalgamated. A hospital has been built to the rear.

HISTORY

1939 Marriage on September 23, at St. Peter's Church, East Fremantle, Harold, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. P. Evans, of Gouroch, Scotland, to Esme Joyce, eldest daughter of the late George and Mary Neave, of East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 Engagement. Dulcie Lesley, younger daughter of Mrs. G Neave, of 77 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, to Willam James, fourth son of Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Haskell, of 30 Gill street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 Death on June 21, at Fremantle, Mary Agnes Neave, of 77 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, widow of the late George Leslie Neave, loving mother of Esme (Mrs. H. E. Evans), Alan and Dulcie (Mrs. W. J. Haskell), fond mother-in-law of Harold and Bill, and loved Nanna of Ronald, Gerald, Ken and June; aged 57 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1949: Neave, Mrs. Mary A.

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79 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

79 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 79 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The place is located on a corner lot that addresses both Alexandra Road and Coolgardie Avenue. It is asymmetrically composed with a gable bay and a prominent gable roofed porch. The half timbered porch is supported on rendered columns. A rendered balustrade spans between the columns. The half timbered, gable bay features a set of windows under a tiled awning. There is a central pair of front doors flanked by sets of casement windows. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1931 Vehicle Transfer: 26416, A. E. Fordham to Captain L. Johnson, Alexander-road, East Fremantle, Pontiac. (reference)
1935 Beautiful Modern Brick Tiled Roof Residence. 79 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. Learmonth. Duffy and Co. have received instructions from Captain L. Johnson, who has received an important position at Singapore to offer for sale by public auction as above… (reference)
1935 For sale, Hopkinson Piano, in good order, £40 cash. Johnson, 79 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 Birth on September 11, at St. Helen's Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Caesar—a daughter. Both well. No visitors for six days. (reference)
1942 Young Girl, assist housework, no laundry. 79 Alexandra-rd.. East Fremantle. (reference)
1945 Muscovy Ducklings for sale. 79 Alexandra-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 Lost Wristlet Watch in or near Richmond Theatre. Reward. 79 Alexandra-rd.,...East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929: Johnston, Capt. J.

1930: Vacant

1931 - 1935: Johnson, L.

1935 - 1936: Vacant

1936 - 1949: Caesar, Henry W.

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81 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

81 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 81 Alexandra Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone, tuck pointed brick and rendered brick with hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Mediterranean style. The place is located on a corner lot that addresses both Alexandra Road and Coolgardie Avenue. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a flat roofed entry porch. The entry porch is supported on rendered pillars. A steel balustrade spans between the pillars. The gable bay features a pair of double hung sash windows under a sunhood. There is a central door flanked by side lights and a double hung sash window. The roofscape features a rendered chimney and finials. Lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered. The place is built on a limestone foundation.

HISTORY

1928 The marriage of Captain W. A. Warren-Smith and Miss Winifred F. Pine was solemnised on April 18 at West Perth and they are now on a motor tour through the Great Southern and South-West, prior to taking up residence in East Fremantle. (reference)
1929 Birth on June 5, at St. Helen's Hospital, East Fremantle, to Captain and Mrs. W. A. Warren-Smith —a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1932 Birth on October 23, at Devonleigh Hospital, Cottesloe, to Captain and Mrs. W. A. Warren-Smith, of East Fremantle—a son. No visitors for ten days. (reference)
1936 Vehicle Transfer: 1315, D. A, Caris to W. A. Warren-Smith, Alexander-st.(Alexandra?), East Fremantle, Chevrolet. (reference)
1947 Death On March 28, suddenly, Austin Warren-Smith, dearly beloved husband of Winifred Warren-Smith, of 81 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, very dear Daddy of Marnie and Geoffrey; aged 58 years. (reference)
1947 A tribute to the memory of my dearly-loved son-in-law, W. A. Warren-Smith, brother-in-law of Ken and Margery, who passed into the higher life, after a long illness, on March 28. Inserted by A. E. Pine, 81 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1936 - 1947: Warren-Smith, Warren A.

1949: Warren-Smith, Mrs. W. F.