5 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Bungalow Porch House w Californian Bungalow Influences

No 5 Gill Street is a single storey building constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a gable roofed porch. The half-timbered porch is supported on square columns set on piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The porch is set proud of the house. The half- timbered gable bay features a set of double hung sash windows.

HISTORY

1945 For Sale. Engagement Ring, I8-carat gold,single stone, new, £19/10 Ward. 5 Gill-st, East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 Smokers Fined Two men were fined $1 each in Fremantle Police Court today for having smoked in sheds at Victoria Quay. They were tally clerk Valentine Ward of Gill Street, East Fremantle, and lumper James Spoor of Parry Street, Fremantle. (reference)
1946 The marriage of Alma Rose, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Riatti, of Mornington Mills, to Val only son of Mr. and Mrs. V. Ward, of 5 Gill-street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1947 Deserted By Yank Hubby. Several weeks after Joan Clifford Bodwell, of Gill-st, East Fremantle, wedded American soldier John David Bodwell at Claremont in April 1943, he sailed away with his buddies to New Guinea. And he didn't return to the West. In the Divorce Court yesterday Joan Bodwell applied to have the marriage dissolved on the grounds of desertion… (reference)

Joan Clifford WARD was described in newspapers as an attractive brunette. Her ‘Yank Hubby' had brown hair and eyes with a ruddy complexion, and was 168cm tall. She petitioned for divorce on grounds of desertion, which was granted in August 1947... She was a stenographer and living at home with parents at 5 Gill Street in 1954.

She moved to 94 Subiaco Road, Subiaco, by 1958, and 69 Coogee Street, Mt Hawthorn, by 1963, She moved to Brookvale, NSW, by 1977, and was still working as a typist but had dropped the ‘Clifford’ from her name. Retired to Nowra, NSW by 1980.

As to John Bodwell… He enlisted in the National Guard/Coast Artillery Corps (or Army Mine Planter Service) on 16 September 1940. He must’ve married Joan and gone almost straight back to the US where he was discharged before October 1945. Next of Kin Claire Savage, his mother. He joined the Marine Corps in 1946 and married again, to Jane Bordeaux ? on 12 May 1947… three months before Joan divorced him in Australia. They separated on 1 October 1947 (again, no children) and she divorced him for desertion in April 1950…except he married Elizabeth Wood in Portland, Maine, on 15 October 1948, long before that divorce was on the table!

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1932: Ward

1933 - 1949: Ward, Valentine C.

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7 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

7 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter / Post War Bungalow Porch House w Art Deco Influences

No 7 Gill Street 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 Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a flat roofed porch. The porch is supported on stepped piers. A brick and rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The porch roof extends over the thrust bay to act as a sun hood. There are some Art Deco motifs in the treatment of the porch. The gable bay features a set of casement and fixed light windows. There is a central door with casement and fixed light windows. The roofscape features a tall rendered chimney.
The place retains its form and most of its details. There are additions to the rear. A garage has been constructed to either side of the house.
The place is consistent with the building pattern in the Precinct. The place plays an important role in the pattern of development of a middle class suburb.

HISTORY

1904 The Town Blacksmith. In No. 3 Supreme Court yesterday, The Acting Chief Justice was asked, to say that a blacksmith in a thickly-populated town is a nuisance to his neighbours, and that the sparks that fly constitute a menace to property. The action for an injunction was brought by Thos. Bowen, of South-terrace, Fremantle, against Henry Attwell and Thomas Dick. Mr. R. D. Beresford appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. M. L. Moss, with him Mr. J. D. Moss, for the defendant. The statement of claim set out that the plaintiff was the leasee in possession of a dwelling-house at South-terrace, Fremantle, and that the defendant Attwell, was the owner of a blacksmith's shop and forge on the next adjoining lot. The defendant Attwell had let the shop and forge to the defendant Thomas Dick, for the purpose of carrying on business as a blacksmith and shoeing smith therein, within four feet of the plaintiff's dwelling-house. By reason of the noise, smell, smoke, soot, and sparks arising from the work carried on by the defendant Thomas. Dick, the plaintiff, his wife, and family had suffered, and were still suffering, great annoyance, discomfort, and injury, and the plaintiff's dwelling-house, and furniture were seriously damaged… (reference)
1912 The funeral of the late Mrs. Matilda Dick, late of Dunedin, New Zealand, and mother of Mr. Thomas Dick, farrier, of Fremantle, took place on Friday afternoon last, and was attended by many friends. The cortage moved from her late residence, Curedale street, Beaconsfield, and proceeded per road to the Presbyterian. Cemetery at Karrakatta, where the remains were interred. The deceased, who was in her seventy second year, was born in Belfast, Ireland, but she had resided in New Zealand for many years, and in this State for the last 12 months. (reference)
1929 Marriage on January 19, at Central Methodist Church, Fremantle, by the Rev. C. A. Jenkins, Stewart Henderson, second son of Mrs. and the late John Gillespie, of Fremantle, to Creswick (Cressie) only daughter of Mr. and and Mrs. Thomas Dick, of Beaconsfield. (reference)
1936 Funeral Notice.The Friends of Mr. Thomas Dick, Farrier, of South-terrace, Fremantle, and of Wyola, 8 Coredale-street, Beaconsfield, are respectfully informed that the remains of his late dearly beloved wife, Margaret -will be interred in the Presbyterian portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)
1944 Funeral Notice. The Friends of the late Mr.Thomas(Tom) Dick, Master Farrier of South terrace, Fremantle, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Presbyterian portion of the Fremantle Cemetery… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1941: Vacant

1942 - 1945: Dick, Thomas & Gillespie, S. H.

1946 - 1949: Gillespie, S. H.

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9 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Spanish Mission Decorated Porch House

No 9 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Spanish Mission style. The treatment of the front porch and garage parapet is particularly notable. It is asymmetrically composed with a gabled roofed porch. The porch features three arches supported on piers and Corinthian columns. The porch sits proud of the house. There is a central door flanked by casement and fixed light windows. There is an integrally designed garage to the north of the house. A curved parapet fronts the garage.
The place retains its form and most of its details. There are additions to the rear.
The place is consistent with the building pattern in the Precinct. The place plays an important role in the pattern of development of a middle class suburb.

HISTORY

1932 Youth Badly Injured. Name on Danger List. Edmund Smith (about 17), of 27 South crescent, Bayswater. an employee of Harris. Scarfe and Sandovers,' Ltd., was critically injured when he was thrown from his push cycle from a collision in Wellington-street, between George street and Milligan-street, shortly after 10 a.m. yesterday. He was taken to the Perth Hospital by the St. John ambulance and admitted suffering from a probable fracture of the left knee, injuries to the right knee and. back, and severe shock.His name was placed on the danger list. Smith was riding his push cycle west along Wellington-street, in the same direction as. a motor car driven by Wilfred Howe, of 44 Thomas-street, South Fremantle, which collided with a car driven in the opposite direction by Marin Alach of North Beach-road, Osborne Park. In the collision, the circumstances of which are not clear, Smith was thrown heavily to the road. Both cars were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene of the accident, but the cycle was undamaged. Howe and Jack Papich, of North Beach-road, Balcatta. a passenger in Alach's car, were slightly hurt, but not sufficiently to necessitate hospital treatment. (reference)
1938 Birth on March 28, at Tresillian Hospital, Nedlands, to Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Howe, of 9 Gill street, East Fremantle—a bonny baby boy (stillborn). Mother doing well. (reference)
1948 Death on August 10, 1948 at her residence, 137 Goderich-street, East Perth, Emily, widow of Sydney Herbert King, loving mother of Nell, Alice (Mrs. Frank Whitford) Maud (Mrs. Wallace Hodgson) Lilly, Grace (Mrs. Wilfred Howe) and Doug: aged 80 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1937 - 1941: Howe, Wilfred A.

1941 - 1946: Moncur, John C.

1947 - 1949: Howe, W. A.

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10 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

10 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation / Inter-War Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 10 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The front elevation features a bay window with multi-pane casements. The entry door is located on the south elevation under the return verandah. The entry door and hopper light are flanked by side lights and casement windows.

HISTORY

1911 Dissolution Of Partnership. Notice is hereby given that the Partnership hereto existing between John Glendenning, of Perth, add Richard Piercy, of Fremantle; under the firm name of Glendenning" and Piercy, Fruit Merchants, has been Dissolved by mutual consent as from the 30th day of April, 1911. The said John Glendenning takes over the Perth branch of the late firm's business, and will receive all moneys owing to and pay all the liabilities of the Perth branch and will continue to carry on the Perth business under the name of Glendenning and Co. The said Richard Piercy takes over the Fremantle branch of the late firm's business and will receive all moneys owing to and pay, all the liabilities of the Fremantle branch. (reference)
1912 Marriage on August 20, at St. Luke's Church, Cottesloe, W.A., by the Rev. H. J. Cooke, Richard Piercy, of South Fremantle, to Eleanor (Lena), eldest daughter of Robert Doun, of Stafford, England. (reference)
1921 Deaths on January 7, at the Grosvenor Hospital, Beaconsfield, William McQuarrie Piercy, dearly-beloved youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Piercy, of Martha-street, Beaconsfield, aged 3½ years. (reference)
1923 Notice Of Dissolution Of Partnership. Notice is hereby given that the partnership which has for some time past been carried on by Henry John Simper, of 172 Railway-parade, Leederville, Merchant: Richard Piercy, of Martha-street. South Fremantle, Produce Merchant, and Frank Simper, of South-street., South Fremantle, Merchant, under the style of "'R. Piercy and Co.," at Henderson-street, Fremantle, in the trade or business of Produce Merchants, was this day Dissolved by mutual consent, and that in future the said business will be carried on under the style of "R. Piercy and Co.," by the said Henry John Simper and Richard Piercy as partners. (reference)
1936 Neighbours in Court. A dispute between neighbours in East Fremantle had a sequel in the Fremantle Police Court yesterday, when Robert Sinclair and Ronald Bruse, gardeners employed by Mrs. Eleanor Piercy, of Gill street, East Fremantle, were charged by Mrs. Margaret Josephine Peterson, a next-door neighbour to Mrs. Piercy… (reference)
1936 Marriage on February 22, at St John's Church, Fremantle, by the Rev. Secombe, Richard Robert, only son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Piercy, of 10 Gill street, East Fremantle, to Rita Emma Mary, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Stammers, of 215 Canning road, East Fremantle. (references)
1943 Birth on January 27, at Kensington, to Hazel and Dave (Cpl A.I.F)—a daughter (Joan Elizabeth) Both well. (reference)
1944 Death on November 11, suddenly, at East Fremantle, Richard Piercy, dearly beloved husband of Eleanor Louisa Piercy, of Kirkley, 10 Gill street, East Fremantle, loved father of Dick, father-in-law of Rita and fond grandpa of Robert, Loris and little Jimmy: aged 73 years. (reference)
1949 Death suddenly, at Fremantle, on March 15, Dorrie, loved step-mother and dear friend of Hazel and David Cressie (10 Gill-street, East Fremantle) fond Aunty Dorrie of Joan and Ailsa. (reference)
1962 Death of Piercy Eleanor Louisa 86 years old. Fremantle -1962 births deaths and marriages. (BDM)

RESIDENTS

1924 - 1944: Piercy, Richard

1945 - 1949: Piercy, Mrs. E. J.

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12 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

12 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 12 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in painted brick and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. A St Andrews cross balustrade spans between the posts on the south elevation. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by side lights and double hung sash windows. A thrust gable bay and double hung sash windows are located on the south elevation. The roofscape features a pair of tall render capped chimneys.

HISTORY

1926 Birth on May 3, at Nurse Bathgate's Private Hospital, Station-road, to Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Harwood, of Katoomba, Gill-street—a daughter. (reference)
1938 Death on May 14, result of accident, Clive Gladstone, loving brother and brother-in-law of Marjorie and Clarence Harwood, of 12 Gill-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1939 Inquest On Boy’s Death. That Ross Edwards (16), of Dalgety street, East Fremantle, came by his death on August 24 at the Fremantle Hospital from injuries received when he was accidentally crushed between a brick wall and a motor truck driven by Clarence Frederick Harwood, was the finding recorded by the Acting-Coroner (Mr. W. F. Samson, J. P.) after an inquest in the Fremantle Courthouse yesterday. Harwood, a truck driver employed by Harris, Scarfe and Sandovers, Ltd., said that on the afternoon of August 24 the lad was crushed by his vehicle as he was driving into a laneway off William-street, Fremantle, with a load of paper for Spicers and Detmold, Ltd. The lad, who worked for the same company as witness, was awaiting him in the laneway with a message. There was only a few inches clearance on each side. Witness told the boy to wait a minute and then looked to the right as he slowly drove off the roadway. The boy evidently attempted to clamber on to the truck and was caught in doing so. Witness reversed the vehicle and the lad was immediately taken to the Fremantle Hospital Dr. O. Mater said that Edwards died a few minutes after admission to the hospital. Death was due to hemorrhage and shock caused by a ruptured liver. Mr. N. de B. Cullen appeared for the lad's relatives and Sergeant Alexander examined the witnesses. (reference)
1950 Silver Wedding. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Harwood, of 12 Gill-street, East Fremantle, wishes to announce the 25th Anniversary of her parents' Wedding which was solemnised (celebrated) at St.Peter's Church. East Fremantle on April 18, 1925. (reference)
1951 Drunken Drivers Fined. Parked Vehicle Hit When he pleaded guilty to a charge of having driven a vehicle while under the influence of liquor, Clarence Frederick Harwood (63), foreman, of Gill-street, East Fremantle, was fined £30 with 2/ costs and had his licence suspended for three months by Mr. K. J. Dougall, S. M., and Mrs. J. Ryan, J. P., in the Fremantle Police Court yesterday. It was alleged that on the night of March 21 Harwood's car swerved violently from one side of Canning-highway to the other and that when questioned by Traffic Constable C. Buckley he was unable to stand without leaning against the side of his car. (reference)

1968 Death of Harwood, Clarence Frederick, age: 79. Perth 1968 births deaths marriages index.

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1910: Wadham, Reginald A.

1911: Dyson, Seth A.

1912 - 1913: Dyson, Albert S.

1914 - 1915: Johnson, George

1916: Vacant

1917 - 1920: Egan, Mrs. M. A.

1921 - 1924: Blany, George H.

1925: Bellamy, Percy Arthur

1926 - 1949: Harwood, Clarence Frederick

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14 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

14 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War
Bungalow Porch house w Federation Influences

No 14 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War 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 Tuscan columns set over piers. A curved top balustrade spans between the piers. The gable bay features a set of double hung sash windows. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by side lights and sets of windows.
The place retains its form and most of its details. There are additions to the rear.
The place is consistent with the building pattern in the Precinct. The place plays an important role in the pattern of development of a middle class suburb.

HISTORY

1943 Death on August 19, at Richmond, Victoria, Jean McDonald, loved mother and mother-in-law, respectively, of Kitty and Cliff McIntosh, of 14 Gill street, East Fremantle, and fond grandmother of Jim, Don and the late Gordon McIntosh: aged 83 years. Loved always. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1934 - 1943: Kennedy, W. A.

1944 - 1949: Kennedy, Mrs. Jane E.

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16 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

16 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter / Post War
Early Modern Porch House Bungalow

No 16 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with an offset hip roofed porch. The porch is supported on rendered piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The porch is set proud of the house. There is a central door flanked by casement and fixed light windows. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

Research on the history of this property is currently under way by the Museum of Perth in partnership with the Town of East Fremantle. If you have any stories or information about this property, please contribute it in the comments below.

RESIDENTS

1946 - 1947: Regan, W.

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18 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

18 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter / Post War
Bungalow Porch House W/
Art Deco Influence

No 18 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a recessed addition to the side of the house. There is a curve roofed porch with a stepped back parapet. The porch is set proud of the house and is supported on fluted columns. The porch employs Art Deco motifs. There is a central pair of doors flanked by pairs of double hung sash windows. The windows are protected by flat roofed awnings. The roofscape features a tall brick chimney.

HISTORY

RESIDENTS

1949: Regan, W.

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20 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

20 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War
Bungalow w Anglo-Dutch Influences

No 20 Gill Street 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 Spanish Mission style. The treatment of the thrust bay parapet is particularly notable. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a hip roofed porch. The gable bay features a pair of windows and a finely detailed curved parapet. The verandah is supported on Tuscan columns. There is a central door flanked by a pair of double hung sash windows. The roofscape features a tall brick chimney.

HISTORY

1942 For Sale. Cream Kitchenette, good condition. 20 Gill-st. East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1939 - 1941: Edgar, David

1941 - 1944: Glasson, Mrs. Francis M.

1945 - 1946: Edgar, David J.

1947 - 1949: Cressie, David

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21 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

21 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War
Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 21 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. A set of masonry steps lead down to the garden from the verandah. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and windows. The windows are double hung sash windows flanked by sidelights. The roofscape features a tall brick chimney.

HISTORY

AIF 1916, Louis James Rummer(Regimental number 5460) Occupation, 21 Gill Street, East Fremantle, Western Australia, Age at embarkation 18. Next of kin James Rummer.

1936 The engagement is announced of Mena Winifred, fourth daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. R. G. Rummer, of 21 Gill street, East Fremantle, to Bevelan George, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Davis, of 26 Victoria-street, Midland Junction. (reference)
1936 Midland Junction Volunteer Fire Brigade.—Winner of Raffle, W. Rummel(r), 21 Gill st., East Fremantle, Ticket No. 440. W. D Brown. Secretary. (reference)
1940 Baby Championship. Gary Davis, aged two years, of 21 Gill-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 Motor Vehicles, Etc. Chevrolet Utility, 1941, 15cwt., exchange only Light Sedan, Vauxhall, 1940, 10h.p. or 14h.p. preferred, M.P. £331 wanted. R. McPharlin, 21 Gill-st., East Fremantle, after 5 p.m. (reference)
1951 Death. on Aug 19, at Perth, John Edward, loved brother of Mrs. F.M. and the late R.G. Rummer and family, 21 Gill-street, East Fremantle. Ever Remembered. (reference)
1952 Motor Vehicles, Etc. Chevrolet Sedan, 1936, scod running order, duco good, nice appearance, new battery, extra tyres. Phone L3133, or 21 Gill-st., East Fremantle, Saturday afternoon. Sunday. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1916: New House

1917: Rummer, James McC.

1918: Rummer, Cecil A. & Rummer, James McC.

1919 - 1923: Rummer, Richard & Rummer, Cecil A. & Rummer, James McC.

1924 - 1925: Rummer, Richard George & Rummer, Cecil A. & Rummer, James McC.

1926 - 1930: Rummer, Richard George

1931 - 1949: Rummer, Mrs Florence

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23 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

23 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War
Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 23 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width return skillion roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at gable bays at each end and is supported on timber posts. The gable bay features a set of casement windows under a sun hood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by side lights and a set of casement windows.

HISTORY

1929 Our Acrossword Puzzle. The Prize List. ...23 Gill-street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1948 Lost. Monday night, Fremantle, lady's chromium Watch and band, initials on back, reward. 23 Gill st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 Death on January 29, George, dearly beloved father of Ida (Mrs. V. Williams), father-in-law of Vernett, grandfather of Hazel and Vernett, of 23 Gill-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 Marriage of Ruby Frances, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Smith, of 57 Sewell street, East Fremantle, to Vernet Roy, only son of Mr. and Mrs. V. G. Williams, of 23 Gill-street, East Fremantle… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1928 - 1949: Williams, Vernet George

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25 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

25 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar
Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 25 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. The gable bay features a set of windows under a sun hood. There is a central door flanked by sets of windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. There is a set of concrete stairs from the verandah to the garden.

HISTORY

1939 Birth on July 30, at St. Helen's, East Fremantle, to Elsie and Jack Baird, 25 Gill street, East Fremantle—a son (John McKay). Both well. (reference)
1940 Death on October 16, at Subiaco, John McKay, dearly beloved only child of Ernest John and Elsie Rose Anne Baird, of 25 Gill-street, East Fremantle; aged 14½ months. (reference)
1940 Bereavement Notices. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Baird, of 25 Gill street, East Fremantle, wish to sincerely thank all kind friends and relatives for letters, cards, telegrams, floral tributes and personal expressions of sympathy in their recent sad bereavement, the loss of their darling baby, John. Will all please accept this as a personal expression of sincere gratitude. (reference)
1941 Birth on August 19, at St. Helen's Hospital, East Fremantle, to Elsie and Jack Baird, of 25 Gill street, East Fremantle—a son. Both well. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1932: Hansen, Ernest L.

1933 - 1934: Harris, Charles

1934 - 1944: Baird, Ernest J.

1945: Vacant

1946 - 1949: Baird, Ernest J.

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29 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

29 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 29 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The half- timbered gable bay features a pair of double hung sash windows under a sun hood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by a double hung sash window. The place sits on a limestone foundation. The roofscape features a brick chimney and render string courses.

HISTORY

1934 Death on August 14, at the Fremantle Hospital, James Mechanic, dearly beloved husband of Ellen Rummer, of Marlborough, 29 Gill street, East Fremantle and loving father of Grace (Mrs. W. T. Sullivan. Mt. Lawley), Edith (Mrs. A. E. West, Palmyra), Cecil, Louis, Leonard, Arnot and Winifred (Joy) Rummer: aged 68 years. (reference)
1934 Funeral Notice. The Friends of the late Mr. James Mechanic Rummer, of Maraborough, 29 Gill street, East Fremantle (formerly of North Fremantle) are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Baptist portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)
1935 Forthcoming Sales. A. H. Garrrell: Pianos, organ, furniture and effects, on premises, 29 Gill St., East Fremantle; 11 a.m. (reference)
1938 Wanted, Chev., Plymouth. De Soto Tourer. 1930 model, must be willing trade Chev, 4 Tourer, excellent condition 29 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 For Sale. Collie Dog, seven months, excellent pedigree. Apply A. Metherell, 29 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Funeral Notice. The friends of the late Mr. James George Tilley of 29 Gill-st., East Fremantle, formerly of the W.A. Government Railways Goods Shed, Fremantle, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery… (reference)
1950 Death on December 11, at Fremantle, James George, dearly beloved husband of Ellen Christina Tilley, of 29 Gill-street, East Fremantle, loving father of Chris(Mrs. T. Duncan), Sid, Horace, Mavis (Mrs. C. O'Neil), Nellie (Mrs. N. Robinson), Lil (Mrs. A. Metherall), Edna and the late Clarence, father-in-law of Annis, Dulcie, Claude, Arch and the late Theo, and fond grandpa of Ron, Clarence, Shirler, Ken, Bill, Moya, Leone and little Ross. Fond memories always. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1918: Vacant

1919 - 1925: Haskell, Barnard C.

1926 - 1936: Rummer, James McC.

1937: Mckerchar, Jsd C.

1938 - 1940: Mofflin, Arthur W.

1941: Tilley, J. G. & Metherall, Arthur G. & Robson, Mrs. Nelly

1942 - 1945: Tilley, J. G. & Metherall, Mrs. A. G. & Kennedy, Mrs. Edna D.

1946 - 1949: Tilly, J. G. & Metherell, Archibald E.

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34 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

34 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar
Bungalow Porch House w
Arts & Crafts Influences

No 34 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a hip roofed porch. A gable has been added to the south section of the porch. The porch is set proud of the house and is supported on masonry piers. The half-timbered gable bay features a set of casement windows under a sun hood. There is a central door flanked by side lights and casement windows. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls rendered.

HISTORY

1949 For Sale. Skiff Noreen, fully rigged, in good condition, owner must sell. 34 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 For Sale. Yacht, 16ft. skiff, sails in good order, owner must sell. Apply 34 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1928: Tilley, W. G.

1929 - 1949: Tilley, Horace Cecil

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36 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

36 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Post-War (c 1946)
Bungalow Porch House w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 36 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in timber framing, weatherboard and fibrous cement cladding with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a gable roofed porch. The porch is supported on rendered piers. The gable bay features a set of windows. There is a central door flanked by casement windows. The roofscape features brick chimneys. The lower walls are clad with weatherboards and the upper walls are clad with fibro cement.

HISTORY

1953 General. At circus matinee, boy's metal watch, sentimental value. Kindly return 36 Gill-st., East Fremantle. Reward. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1940 - 1949: Munro, Robert H.

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38 Gill Street

January 1, 2019

38 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Post-War (c 1946)
Bungalow Porch House w Austerity Influences

No 38 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in timber framing, weatherboard and fibrous cement cladding with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a gable roofed porch. The porch is supported on paired timber posts with post brackets. The porch is set proud of the house. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. The lower walls are clad with weatherboards and the upper walls are clad with fibro cement.
The place retains its form and most of its details. The original tiled roof has been replaced with corrugated iron sheeting.

HISTORY

1938 Death on February 28, Jack Hallam, beloved son-in-law of Elizabeth Foley, of 38 Gill-street, East Fremantle, and brother-in-law of Dorothy, Mary and Sid; aged 28 years. (reference)
1946 Lost. vicinity Plymton Hotel, black Pup, brown ears and tail cut. Reward. 38 Gill-st., East Fremantle. L2858. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1940: Foley, Mrs C.

1941 - 1946: Vacant

1947 - 1949: Woodhead, T. A.

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39 Gill Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Bungalow Porch House w Arts and Crafts Influences

No 39 Gill Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone, timber framing, weatherboard and fibrous cement cladding with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a hip roofed porch. The porch is supported on timber posts. A framed and panelled balustrade span between the posts. The porch roof extends over the gable bay. The half-timbered gable bay features a set of double hung sash windows. There is a central door flanked by sets of double hung sash windows. The lower walls are clad with weatherboards and the upper walls are clad with fibro cement. The place sits on limestone foundations. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1923 Mrs. W. E. Murray submits recipe of Walnut Dainties to The Mirror and wins first prize. (reference)
1950 Wanted to Buy. Bedford Utility. 1938 model, good order, £285. Apply any evening, 39 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Inspect During Weekend. 39 Gill-St., East Fremantle. Charming dressed Jarrah and Asbestos House on massive stone foundations. 4 lovely rooms, 1.1. doors, ornamental ceilings. Tilex bathroom, built in bath, basin, heater. Wood and gas stoves. Built in cupboards. Verandahs. W.H. and E.C. (sewered) under main roof. Pine garage, asphalt drive. Grounds highly improved. Let to excellent tenant at 35/ weekly. Secure now at low price for future occupation. (reference)
1950 Austin A40. English body, only done 3,600 miles, best offer over £700. 39 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1922: Christensen, Mrs. Grace

1923 - 1925: Murray, William

1926 - 1937: Vacant

1938 - 1941: Preston, Robert

1942 - 1945: Alrey, Mrs. R. L.

1946: Alrey, Keith L.

1947 - 1949: Bennett, Stan B.

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41 Gill Street

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41 Gill Street (map)

HISTORY

Research on the history of this property is currently under way by the Museum of Perth in partnership with the Town of East Fremantle.

RESIDENTS

1937: New House/Vacant

1938 -1949: Wilson Thos C

42 Gill Street

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42 Gill Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Domestic Carpenter with Federation Influences

No 42 Gill Street is a single-storey house constructed in timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine example of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part-width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at the gable bays at each end. The verandah is supported on timber posts. The half-timbered gable bay features a set of casement windows under a sun hood. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows.

HISTORY

1934 Mrs. Giaquinta To Stand Trial On Capital Charge. Finding Of Murder At Inquest. ...A finding that Carmelo Mentisano, a Sicilian stonemason, met his death in a house in Essex-st., Fremantle, on September 11, from injuries caused by multiple knife wounds wilfully inflicted by Concetta Giaquinta (30) was returned by the District Coroner (Mr. H. J. Craig) today when the inquiry into Mentisano's death was concluded. ...William Mais, of 42 Gill-street, East Fremantle, said he was in company with McLean when he was at the bond store on September 11. He saw only Mrs. Giaquinta and her two children on the front. verandah. He did not notice any men about. He went into the bond store for some goods, and when he returned he saw the two children walking away from the house. (reference)
1937 Lost, Friday, off truck, Canning-rd., East Fremantle Bike painted red fitted generator, etc. Please communicate 42 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Wanted: Good home for dog. Kelpie-Collie, two years old. (Male.) 42 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1948 Motors, Bicycles, Etc. B.S.A.1948 21¼ o.h.y., perfect condition 42 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 Engagement Announcement. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Ward, of 26 Price-street, Fremantle, wish to announce the engagement of their only daughter, Shirley Ellen, to William Robin, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Mais, of 42 Gill-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 Triumph Speed Twin. 1947, 3 ½, excellent condition. 42 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 Musical Instrument. German Iron Frame Piano, excellent appearance, cond. 42 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1954 Lost and Found. Found track wheel, Mosman Park, Friday night. 42 Gill-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1947: Mrs. Mais

1949: Mais, Mrs. Jean