54 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

Late Federation / Interwar / Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 54 Dalgety Street-"Gambier’’ is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full width, return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with brackets. A timber balustrade runs between the posts. The facade features a pair of bay windows. The bay windows feature sets of casement windows. Half-timbered gables sit above the bay window. Decorative chimneys create a characteristic roofscape. Render bands run across the facade.

HISTORY

1922 Fremantle. The Magistrate gave his decision in the adjourned case in which P. H. Patten was charged with having committed a breach of the Navigation Act. Mr. F. G. Unmack appeared for the Shipping Master, and Mr. J. C. Forman for the accused. Patten was ordered to pay a fine of £2, with £6 10s. costs. M. K. Neilson, captain of the steamer Sydhavet, charged with having committed a breach of the same Act, was fined £2 and costs £5 15s. (reference)
1925 Mr. S. Drysdale, well known at Fremantle, declares that he has a motorcar at last. Recently he purchased a 14-40 h.p. Sunbeam, and the comfort of it, its speed, its smoothness under all conditions, were a revelation to him. (reference)
1927 The late Mr. Simon Drysdale a prominent sawmilling engineer, passed away on January 12, at his residence, "Gambier," Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, at the age of 62 years. Prior to his arrival in this State in 1888, the deceased was connected with the sawmilling industry in Gippsland and was in charge of the mill that provided all the sleepers for the construction of the railway from Alberton to Melbourne. For the past five years of his residence in Western Australia, he was connected with the mills at Sawyers Valley, and later with Messrs Port, Honey and Co, Denmark. Mr. Drysdale then went into partnership with Mr. W. B. Sexton, and acquired jarrah mills at Newlands, Jardanup, Noggerup, and other centres, and the partnership continued for 10 years. In 1912 he received an appointment as mill manager for Millars T. and T. Co., Ltd., and shortly afterwards he went on an extended tour of the United States, Canada, Europe and England to report to his principals on the latest machinery and sawmilling methods of those countries. Whilst in England Mr. Drysdale was offered and accepted the position of general manager of the company's thirteen mills in Tasmania, but after 10 years' service in the southern State was forced to resign owing to ill-health. After 12 months' rest his health improved to such an extent that he decided to accept the position of manager of Millars' mills at East Kirup, and filled that position for the past three years. In his younger days he was a prominent athlete... (reference)
1938 Northam. A civic farewell was tendered to Mr. V. L. Bode and Mr. A. Shilling by the mayor (Mr. H. C. S. Colebatch) and councillors in the lesser town hall on Monday afternoon last. Mr. Bode has been transferred from the position of manager of the National Bank at Northam to Fremantle...Tribute was paid to the services rendered to the Northam Agricultural Society by Mr. Bode, who has held the office of president for a number of years...On the previous Friday evening a valedictory social was tendered to Mr. and Mrs. Bode by the members and friends of the Presbyterian Church, when presentations were made to them. (reference)
1953 Death of Dorothy Ray Bartley on Dec. 21, at her home, 54 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, dearly loved wife of George Ross, loving mother of Ross and Peggy, fond mother-in-law of Betty and Oliver and grandma of Susanne and John. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1915 - 1917: Hunt, Oswald J.

1918 - 1923: Patten, Percy H.

1924 - 1926: Drysdale, Simon

1927 - 1939: Drysdale, Mrs Agnes F.

1939 - 1945: Bode, Victor L.

1946 - 1947: Tupper, William G.

1949: Barkley, George R.

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55 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

55 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow Porch House

No 55 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and part width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at the thrust bay and is set on pairs of timber posts. The gable bay features a set of casement windows under a sunhood.

HISTORY

1930 Vehicle transfer. 26332: W. Robinson to Ernest Nicholas, 55 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, Chevrolet. (reference)
1942 Funeral Notices. The Friends of the late Mr. Walter Cary, of 55 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, late of North Fremantle, and formerly of the Loco Workshops W.A. Government Railways, Midland Junction, are respectfully informed that his remains… (reference)
1951 Silver Wedding. The son and daughters of Mr and Mrs. E. Nicholas, of 55 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, wish to announce the 25th Wedding Anniversary of their parents. (reference)
1951 Mr. and Mrs. E. Nicholas, of 55 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, have pleasure in announcing the engagement of their younger daughter, Maureen, to Reginald, only son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Curedale, of 35 Adelaide-street, Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1927 - 1938: Nicholas, Ernest

1938 - 1940: Cary, Walter

1940 - 1943: Nicholas, Ernest & Cary, Walter

1944 - 1949: Nicholas, Ernest

late 1950’s - present- Pasquale and Rosa Martella (MARTELLA Rosa - Nationality: Italian - Arrived Fremantle per Flaminia 6 March 1958)

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56 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

56 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation / Inter-War / Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 56 Dalgety 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 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 timber posts. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The half timbered gable bay features a pair of double hung sash windows. There is a central front door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and a double hung sash windows. The render to the walls is an alteration. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1937 Motor Cycle Stolen. A B.S.A. motor cycle, painted black and green, was stolen yesterday from the Point Walter Reserve between 5.30 and 6 p.m. Its number was ME52, and it was owned by John Geoffrey Skehan (sic), of 56 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1939 Marriage on April 15, at St. John's, Fremantle, James Alexander Marr, eldest son of Mrs. E. and the late Mr. A. Marr of Bicton, to Laurel Joyce, second daughter of Mrs. J. P. McSherry, of Dalgety street, East Fremantle, and the late Mr. J. J. Skeahan of Milgun Station, Meekatharra. (reference)
1941 Lacquered Taffeta. Beautiful frocking was a feature of the wedding at St. John's Church, Fremantle, yesterday, of Marjory, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Fletcher, of Duro-road, South Fremantle, and John Geoffrey Skeahan only son of Mrs. T. P. McSherry, of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, and the late Mr. J. J. Skeahan, of Milgul Station, Meekatharra. (reference)

From 1942 - 1949: Geoffrey Skeahan and Marjory lived at no 39 Dalgety St.

1941 The engagement is announced of Stella June, youngest daughter of Mrs. McSherry, 56 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, and the late Mr. J. Skeahan of Milgun station, to H. A. (Pat). 5.A.A. Cadre, eldest son of Mr. C. R. Rodd and the late Mrs. Rodd, of Gunnedah, New South Wales. (reference)
1948 The Friends of the late Mrs. Florence Edith Fletcher of 56 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, widow of the late Edmund (Ted) Fletcher, are respectfully informed that her remains will be interred in the Anglican portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral Is appointed to leave her late residence, 56 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1951 Birth on April 5, at K.E.M.H. (Intermediate), to Edith and Jerry Diederich of 56 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Denise Lynn). Both well. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1935: Skeahan, Mrs

1935 - 1943: McSherry, Jack

1946: McSherry, John P.

1947 - 1949: Fletcher, Mrs

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57 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

57 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Late Federation / Interwar / Bungalow w Federation influences

No 57 Dalgety Street- "Glenwhelt" is a single storey house constructed in painted brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with brackets. Above the verandah is a prominent gable with a lattice vent. The entry door is on the north elevation under the return verandah. The roofscape features a rendered chimney and finials.

HISTORY

1940 Death on December 28, suddenly, at his residence, 57 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, James Henry O'Neill, loving father of Clarence (Perth), Irene (Mrs. W. Thompson, East Fremantle), John (Evanston); loving grandfather of Renie and Bobbie: father-in-law of W. Thompson and Chris and Myrtle, and loving brother of Mary (Mrs. Kearnan, East Fremantle), ...aged 69 years. (reference)
1949 The engagement is announced of Gwendoline Elwood, only daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. Frank J. Coote, Mt. Lawley, to James Clarence, eldest son of Mrs. and the late Mr. James Henry O'Neill, 57 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1952 The remains of the late Mrs. Dulcie Kathleen Verran, of 57 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, and late of Bunbury and Albany, will be interred in the Church of England Cemetery. Fremantle... (reference)
1952 Mr. and Mrs. W. Thompson have pleasure in announcing the engagement of Mary Margaret Williams, of 57 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, to John Richard Nixon, of Royal Australian Engineers, Fremantle. (reference)
1952 Man Killed By Motor Car At Fremantle. William Frederick Thompson, of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, was killed instantly in Queen Victoria-street, Fremantle, a few minutes before midnight. He was an employee of the Fremantle Municipal Tramways. He was changing the points on the tramlines outside the carbarn to allow a tram to enter when he was hit by a car... (reference)
1952 Death on July 27, at Fremantle, as result of an accident, William Frederick Thompson, of 57 Dalgety street, East Fremantle, dearly beloved husband of Irene, loved father of Renee and Mary. (reference)
1952 Mrs. W. F. Thompson, of 57 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, Renee (Mrs. Ross La Spina Melbourne) and Mary, wish to sincerely thank all kind friends and relatives for floral tributes, letters, telegrams cards, and personal expressions of sympathy in the tragic loss of.their dear husband and father. Especially do they thank Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Paul and Mr. Jerrat and employees of the Fremantle Tramways for their great kindnesses. Will all please accept this as a personal expression of gratitude. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1918 - 1919: Carter, Ernest C. "Glenwhelt"

1921 - 1922: Salvaire, Anthony

1923 - 1924: Thompson, William F.

1925 - 1944: Thompson, William F. & O'Neill, James Henry

1945 - 1949: Thompson, William F.

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58 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

58 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 58 Dalgety 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 symmetrically planned with a full width skillion roofed verandah. A central half timbered gable roof dominates the verandah. The verandah is supported on Doric columns. A rendered balustrade spans between the columns. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1935 Birth on March 14, at Hillcrest Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Pacey, of 58 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Claudette May). Both well. (reference)
1940 Birth on February 18, at Woodside Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. W. Fraser, of 58 Dalgety street—a son. Both well. (reference)
1976 The Society may wish to exhibit (with the entrant's approval) the best quilts in a special exhibition elsewhere in W.A. They will also be interested in the purchase of quilts for The Residency Museum's craft collection in York. Anyone owning a quilt they believe is worthy of exhibition is urged to contact Mrs. Jean Tonkinson, 58 Dalgety Street, East Fremantle (39 3315), or Mrs. W. A. Craig of York. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1918 - 1920: Smith, Alfred

1921: Charles, John

1922 - 1924: Rankin, Joseph

1925: Ferguson, Archibald

1926 - 1930: Steele, William

1931 - 1932: Jones, Robert

1933 - 1934: Vacant

1934 - 1935: Manolios, E.

1935 - 1940: Pacey, Claude M.

1941 - 1942: Vacant

1942 - 1945: Hogg, J.

1946 - 1949: Hogg, Mrs Alice M.

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59 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

59 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 59 Dalgety 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 Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a gabled thrust bay and a hipped roof verandah. The verandah extends along part of the north elevation and is supported on timber posts. The thrust bay features lead light casement windows with a sunhood. Brickwork extends to window head height with the upper walls rendered. The roofscape features finials.

HISTORY

1928 Funeral. The Friends of Mr. Rupert Charles Williams, chief wireless operator, s.s. Minderoo, and of 59 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, are respectfully invited to follow the remains of his late dearly beloved wife, Mary May,... (reference)
1928 The Late Mrs. Mary May Williams, wife of Mr.Rupert Charles Williams, chief wireless, operator of the s.s. Minderoo, passed away on August 6. Mrs Williams, who was 35 years of age, was born at Melbourne, but she had resided at North Fremantle for 27 years, and since her marriage three years ago, at Dalgety street, East Fremantle. She was a foundation member of the North Fremantle Tennis Club, and on account of her genial disposition was very popular and had made a large circle of friends. The funeral cortege moved from the residence of her father, Mr. Francis Coe, Pearse-street, North Fremantle, on Wednesday, August 8, and proceeded to St. Patrick's Church, thence to the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)
1934 The Friends of the late Mrs. Margaret Germaine Williams, of 59 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that her remains will be interred in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle Cemetery... (reference)
1945 Road Crash. Two Men Hurt. Thomas Wallace Thomson (about 55), of Applecross radio station, and Rupert Charles Williams (62), of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, were injured in a motor car smash on Canning-highway about 3.40 pm on Tuesday. Thomson suffered concussion and abrasions and Williams head injuries...The injured men were conveyed in a St. John ambulance to the Perth Hospital. (reference)
1948 New Houses Allotted Last Month. Two hundred and fifteen permits to build, including 31 war services homes applications, were issued by the State Housing Commission last month...In addition, 42 families were allotted converted army hut flats in the metropolitan area. Permits To Build- Over £300 B. A. Boulton 59 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Death on February 5, suddenly, at Fremantle, Rupert Charles Williams, of 59 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, husband of the late Mary May Williams, and loving father of Mary Margaret; aged 65 years. Privately interred in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle Cemetery... (reference).

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1946: Williams, Rupert

1947: Herriott, E. G.

1949: Williams, Rupert & Boulton, Roy A.

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60 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

60 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation / Interwar / Bungalow w Queen Anne Influences

No 60 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on square columns set on piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The gable bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door flanked by casement windows.

HISTORY

1918 Mr. and Mrs. Williams of Edmond street, Beaconsfield have received word that their sons S.Q.M.S. Will Williams and Sergeant Sylvanus Williams, have received Meritorious Medals. (reference)
1927 Charming Wedding. A beautiful wedding was solemnised last Friday evening at the Johnston Memorial Church, Fremantle, when Mavis Isabel, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Prince Bullmore, of Fremantle and Sylvanus Edward Williams, second son of Mrs. E. Williams, of Fremantle, were joined in holy matrimony, the Rev. Argyl Saxby officiating. The church had been charmingly decorated for the occasion by the girl friends of the bride, and during the signing of the register Mr. Peter Demasson filled the church with a vocal rendering "Beloved, It Is Morn." The bride, who entered' the church upon the arm of her father, was exquisitely gowned in ivory white taffeta... (reference)
1927 Death on September 1, at East Fremantle, Philip Idris Williams, dearly beloved youngest son of Olive Frances Williams, of 60 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, and brother of Kathleen, GwiIym, Syl, Grove and Tom Williams; aged 16 years. (reference)
1931 Fremantle Courts. Parking Offences: Sylvanus Williams 10/ each… (reference)
1931 A bridge evening will be held in the North Fremantle Town Hall supper room on Wednesday, July 15. Proceeds will be in aid of the amelioration funds of the R.S.L. Women's Auxiliary. Tables may be booked by ringing FM-2713 or any member of the committee: Sylvanus Williams... (reference)
1938 Mrs. Sylvanus Williams and her two children will return to their home at the end of the week after a holiday spent at Rottnest Island. (reference)
1941 Death on September 30, at Fremantle Olive Frances Williams, of 60 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, widow of the late William Williams, loving mother of Gwilym (Collie) Kath, Syl, Grove and Tom, and fond grandmother of Wendy, Heather and Raymond; aged 74 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1917 - 1918: Skeahan, Mrs Emily

1919 - 1921: Prentice, Frederick S.

1922 - 1924: Williams, Sylvanus

1925: Upsom, Harold William & Williams, Sylvanus

1926 - 1929: Williams, Sylvanus

1930 - 1932: Williams, Grosvenor N. & Williams, Sylvanus

1933 - 1941: Williams, Grosvenor N.

1941 - 1942: Williams, Mrs Olive

1942 - 1943: Benson, Bert

1944 - 1946: Fowler, Thomas & Benson, Bert

1947: Fowler, Thomas

1949: Connelly, Edward F.

1950-1969 Robert Stewart (correspondence 2020)

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61 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

61 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w Queen Anne Influences

No 61 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in painted 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 hipped roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The half-timbered thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a sunhood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and a set of casement windows. The roofscape features a pair of rendered chimneys. Render bands run across the facade.

HISTORY

1928 East Fremantle. Extraordinary election for Central Ward Auditor: Walter B. Robinson (unopposed). (reference)
1944 The engagement is announced of Joyce Margaret, second daughter of Mr and Mrs P. B. Hicks, 16 Mary-street, Fremantle to John Garn, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Jones, 61 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1920 - 1930: Robinson, Walter B. "Stonehurst"

1931 - 1932: Bailey, Charles A.

1933 - 1949: Jones, Robert

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62 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

62 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Late Federation / Early Inter-War / Bungalow w/ Federation Filigree Influences

No 62 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in tuck pointed brick and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Filigree style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with a curved timber frieze. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and pairs of double hung sash windows. There are string courses and dressings under the windows. The roofscape features a pair of render capped chimneys.

HISTORY

1934 Miss Winnie Wray, 62 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, returned by the Gorgon last Tuesday from Singapore, after spending an enjoyable holiday with friends there. (reference)
1940 Brides are still in the forefront of social gossip. One of the brides-elect is Miss Lil Tilley... Misses. Phyllis Loxton, Winnie Wray, Lucy Pope and Judy Viles entertained in Miss Tilley's honour at the Adelphi on Saturday after noon, and Mrs. V. L. Tilley has arranged a dinner party at her home in Fremantle for tomorrow night. Bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Tilley, of Fremantle, and bridegroom the son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Metherall, of South Fremantle. (reference)
1947 Death on May 13, at Fremantle, John Rainsford (Jack) Wray, dearly beloved husband of Sarah Forsyth Wray, of 62 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, and loving father of Winnie and the late Beatrice Wray; aged 88 years (reference) and formerly Shipwright, Fremantle Harbour Works; Lodge Western Gate No. 84 W.A.C. The Brethren of the above and the Craft in general are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of our late Member, Wor. Brother John Rainsford (Jack) Wray, P.S.G.D., Westralia Lodge No. 283 U.A.O.D. The Members of the above and the Order in general are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of our late Member, Brother John Rainsford (Jack) Wray... (reference) A tribute to the memory of John Wray… loved neighbour and friend of the late Olive F. Williams and family… John Rainsford. dear friend of Fred and Marjorie Prentice. A gallant gentleman. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1917 - 1943: Wray, John R.

1944 - 1947: Wray, John R. & Wardle, Reginald

1949: Wray, Mrs Sarah

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63 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

63 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 63 a Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in painted brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fair expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front facade is symmetrically planned with a full width return hipped roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. A half-timbered gable sits centrally above the verandah. There are central French doors across the front facade. The roofscape features brick chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1915 Rifle Shooting. Last Saturday the Fremantle Rifle Club fired 14 shots over the 500 yds range, for the vice-president's (fourth shoot) quarterly aggregate…The usual drill will take place at 8 o'clock to-night, in the Fremantle Drill Hall. Following are last Saturday's scores:L.. D. Hicks (captain). 62, 6-08; G. W. Chambers, 61, 7-68;… (reference)
1918 Mrs. Chambers, of 227 South-terrace, Fremantle, has received word that her husband Private G. W. Chambers has been admitted to the No. 15 General Canadian Hospital, England with an injured knee. (reference)
1918 Returning Sick and Wounded. The following sick and wounded are reported to be en route for West. Australia: G. W. Chambers… (reference)
1924 Bowls. The opening of the East Fremantle Bowling Club will take place on Saturday next. The club will hold a Carnival Fours open… (tel B543) for the secretary, Mr. G.W Chambers, Moss street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1937 Assured of Austin 7 comfort, economy and performance, Mr. G. W. Chambers, of Dalgety-street, Fremantle, has purchased an Austin 7 deluxe saloon. (reference)
1952 Death on March 9, at Fremantle Elizabeth Mary Chambers, dearly beloved wife of George William Chambers, of 63 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, loved mother of Kathleen Leslie (West Perth), fond mother-in-law of William, loved grand-mother of Francine and Irwin; aged 83 years. (reference)
1953 George William Chambers passed away in Fremantle Hospital on Sunday, June 7, devoted cousin of Ossie and Lottie Chambers. Nell and Bert Simons, loved uncle of Betty and Alec…South African Veteran: The Funeral Service of the late' Mr. George William Chambers, of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, Boer War Veteran, and of 1st A.IF., will take place…The West Australian Bowling Association Council: Members of the above are requested to attend the Funeral of their late Member. Mr. G. W. Chambers…East Fremantle Bowling Club: Members of the above are requested to attend the Funeral of their late Life Member, Mr. G. W. Chambers. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1949: Chambers, George William

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64 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

64 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow w Queen Anne Influences

No 64 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fair expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. The half-timbered thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a sunhood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by French doors. The roofscape features a pair of chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1931 Birth on January 9, at St. Helen's, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Reg Wardle, of 64 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Lurline Dawn). Both well. (reference)
1940 Elocution results. The local secretary of Trinity College of Music, London (Mr. E. J. Watkin) forwards the following list of awards in connection with the November, 1939, practical elocution examination conducted by Mr. Rupert Harvey...First steps Pass: Lurline Wardle. (reference)
1945 Mr. and Mrs. W. McCulloch, of West Leederville have pleasure in announcing the engagement of their eldest daughter, Margaret Eleanor, to Keith Frederick Wardle (W/O RAAF), son of Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Wardle, of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Pearl Wedding. The Sons and Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reg Wardle, 64 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, wish to announce the 30th Anniversary of their parents' Wedding, which took place on April 24, 1920 at St. John's Church, Fremantle. (reference)
1952 Lurline Wardle wore a full skirted frock of ice-blue net, when she celebrated her 21st birthday last week at a party at the Masonic Hall, East Fremantle. The 120 guests were welcomed by Lurline and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Reg Wardle, of East Fremantle. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Sampson, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Wardle... Miss Winnie Wray and Mr. Reg Wardle. (reference)
1953 Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Wardle, 64 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, wish to announce the engagement of their only daughter, Lurline, to Kenneth Marshall, son of Mrs. A. Lawless, Sheffield, England. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1921 - 1923: Wardle, Reginald Thomas

1924: New House Building

1925 - 1943: Wardle, Reginald Thomas

1949: Wardle, Reginald Thomas

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65 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

65 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow Porch House w Georgian Influences

No 65 Dalgety 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 Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with a fretwork frieze. The front facade features casement windows. The entry door is on the north elevation under the return verandah. It has a centrally located front door that is flanked by windows. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1917 See Illustration Farrier W. H. Nelmes, 10th Light Horse (Ill in Egypt, Wife resides at Williams) (reference)
1924 If you are thinking of buying a car do not fail to get particulars concerning the Overland. W. Nelmes, Agent, Shacks Garage Service Station, 59 Adelaide-street, Fremantle. (reference)
1925 The Adams Motor Co. recently offered a gold watch to the agent who sold most cars, Overland or Willys Knight. We have pleasure in announcing that Mr. W. H. Nelmes, of Fremantle, has obtained the prize, having sold 40 Overland cars, apart from his other transactions, in twelve months. (reference)
1931 Birth on February 17, at their residence, 65 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Joyce—a daughter (Winifred Mae). Both well. (reference)
1933 Petrol Prices. Case of the Service Station Owners (To The Editor) Sir.—I would be pleased if you would find space in 'The Daily News' to put before the public the case for the service station proprietor in the trouble over the reduction in the price of petrol. It seems to me that the oil companies have given very little consideration to the retailer in the matter—in fact they don't seem to care much how he survives...Many Free Services I have to keep an attendant, pay rent for the pumps, rent for the property, electric light to advertise the oil companies' products and pump up the tyres of the motorists with free air so that they can drive off with the petrol I have sold at no benefit to myself...I am in the garage business because of a war disability. If I were still able to follow my pre-war occupation I would not for one moment remain where I am. The average service man cannot afford to be a philanthropist, yours, etc. W. H. Nelmes, Barker-road, Subiaco Service Station. (reference)
1937 The funeral of the late Mr. W. H Nelmes of 11 Woodville-street, North Perth, loving husband of Mrs. Dolly Nelmes, and fond father of Rhona, took place on Thursday last... Born in Victoria 54 years ago, the late Mr. Nelmes came to this State in his early boyhood and by his genial disposition won a large circle of friends in sporting and business interests...Among those present were Messrs. A. Doust (Willys-Overland Club) (reference)
1949 Man’s Collapse. After collapsing at a trotting meeting at Richmond Park, East Fremantle, about 8.30 o'clock last night, Gordon Virgo (61), of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, was taken in a St. John ambulance to the Fremantle Public Hospital and detained for observation. (reference)
1951 Death Gordon Mark Virgo, dearly beloved husband of Cis Virgo, of 65 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, loving pop of Jack, Allen and George, aged 59 years. (reference)...The Friends of the late Mr. Gordon Mark Virgo, late of the Commercial Hotel, High-street. Fremantle, formerly of the 11th Battalion, 1st A.I.F. are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery… In fond remembrance of my loving husband. Goodnight pal… dearly beloved brother of Ida…Will always remember you, dear brother…A tribute to the memory of our esteemed Trustee and Life Member…inserted by the Executive of West Australian Barmaids and Barmen's Union of Workers, Perth… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1920 - 1926: Nelmes, William Henry

1927 - 1928: Mellor, H. J.

1929 - 1930: Nelmes, William Henry

1931 - 1938: Joyce, Horace L.

1938 - 1940: Hoar, John

1940 - 1947: Madden, George

1949: Madden, Mrs Edith

1949 - 1951: Virgo, Gordon Mark

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66 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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Inter-War / Bungalow w/ Federation Influences

No 66 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in tuck pointed brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Queen Anne style. The front facade is symmetrically planned with a full width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with a curved valance board. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The entrance addresses the street and is located under the return verandah to the south. There are spayed bay windows at the verandah ends. The bay windows feature casement lights. Gabled roofs sit over these. The roofscape features rendered chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1933 The senior students of Miss Ethel Gordon will present "Ten Days Before the Wedding" a three-act play by Lindsey Barbee, on Friday next at the Assembly Hall, Perth, Those playing leading parts are Miss Gwen Pratt, Mrs. Ron Dutson, and Miss Pearl McGovern. (reference)
1936 Will. Reginald William McGovern, late of Derby, storekeeper, to Evelyn G. McGovern, of East Fremantle. £11,956. (reference)
1936 Pupils' Entertainment. "Take Two from One" produced by Miss Ethel Gordon, was given by her pupils at the Swan-Suburban Theatre, East Fremantle, on Tuesday evening, in the presence of a large audience. Mr. Frank Thomas was Faustino, the husband, Miss Mary Hurst, Diana, the first wife, and Mrs. Ruby McGovern, Juliana, the second. Other members of the cast were: Coralie Condon, Pearl McGovern, Madge Lavars and Flora Chester... (reference)
1936 In honour of Miss Ethel Gordon, whose marriage takes place shortly, Miss Pearl McGovern entertained friends at her home in East Fremantle on Tuesday evening. Carnations and delphiniums decorated the lounge. Among those present were: Misses Ethel Gordon, Olive Craig, Mary Hurst, Joyce Day, Margaret Thomas (Adelaide), Flora Chester, Ruther and Elva Norris, Nancy Acton, Olive Shepherd, Madge Lavars, Iris Shaw, Deborah Pearse, Freda Brehaut, and Ruby McGovern. (reference)
1940 The engagement is announced of Pearl, twin daughter of the late Mr. Reg McGovern and Mrs. E. G. McGovern of East Fremantle, to Bernard (Bun) son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Lavars of Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Shadings of Gold for Bridal Trio. Three charming bridesmaids, wearing tangerine, orange and apricot organza, followed Miss Pearl McGovern to the altar yesterday for her wedding to Mr. Bernard Lavars...Bridesmaids were Ruby McGovern (sister) Madge Lavars (groom's sister) and Nancy Acton. The reception was at the Masonic Hall East Fremantle... (reference)
1946 Birth on July 15, at Sister Bathgate's, Station road, East Fremantle, to Ruby and Vic Walker—a son (Wayne Victor). Both well. (reference)
1947 After a weeks holiday in Bunbury at the Prince of Wales Hotel, Mrs. M. Sack, of South Perth, and Mrs. E. G. McGovern, of East Fremantle, have returned to their home. They had a pleasant time renewing old Bunbury acquaintances. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1921 - 1923: Cumming, Donald F.

1924 - 1937: McGovern, Reginald William

1937 - 1947: McGovern, Mrs E. G.

1949: McGovern, Mrs E. G. & Walker, Victor

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67 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 67 Dalgety Street-‘’Gwalia’’ is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gabled 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 on masonry piers. A curved valance board and balustrade span between posts. The entrance is on the north elevation under the return verandah. There are single pane double hung sash windows across the front facade. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1932 Funeral. Friends of Mr. Edward Deighan, of 67 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that the remains of his late dearly beloved daughter, Elizabeth Eugine, late of Fairbridge Farm, Pinjarra, will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Pinjarra Cemetery. (reference)
1936 Death on September 12, (suddenly), at ‘’Gwalia’’ 67 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, Edward Deighan; aged 75 years. (reference)
1936 Will. Edward Deighan, late of East Fremantle, Commission Agent, to Agnes R. Strathearn of East Fremantle. (reference)
1936 In regard to the elections it was gratifying to "diggers" to read that Mr. Colin Christie, J.P., a member of this sub-branch, had polled so well in connection with the Tramway Board election in the East Fremantle vacancy. It was also pleasing to note that many returned men were employed as poll clerks in the district. (reference)
1938 Mr. and Mrs. Colin Christie, of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, accompanied by their three children, Maureen, Robert and Colette, will leave by the Katoomba tomorrow for a long holiday in Brisbane. (reference)
1945 Funeral The Friends of the late, Mr. Denis Gaynor, of 67 Dalgety street, East Fremantle, late of Mary street, Fremantle and formerly of the WA Government Railways, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)
1950 Death on August 24, at Fremantle, Agnes Strathearn, of Bay View Mansions, Victoria avenue, Claremont, loved sister of the late Janet Teasdale, loved aunt of Agnes Carter and family. (reference) A finding of accidental death was returned by the City Coroner (Mr. R. P. Rodriguez) in the Fremantle Courthouse yesterday at an Inquest into the death of Agnes Russell Strathearn (70) single…She died from injuries received when she was knocked over by a utility driven by Arthur Steven Johns of Battle-street, Mosman Park, in Stirling highway Cottesloe, at about 11.30 a.m. on August 4. Evidence was given that the deceased was crossing the road when she was called by a friend. She stopped and turned in the middle of the road and in so doing was struck by the utility. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1919 - 1921: Thomas, Captn. David

1922: Nichols, John

1923: Thomas, David

1924: Jones, Robert

1926 - 1937: Deighan, Edward

1937 - 1938: Strathearn, Miss Agnes

1938 - 1940: Christie, Colin

1940 - 1944: Strathearn, Miss Agnes

1945 - 1947: Gaynor, John J.

1949: Tregoweth, Keith C.

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70 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 70 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Arts and Crafts style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a full width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. The entrance is on the south elevation under the return verandah. There are multi-pane windows across the front façade and all quoins are brick.

HISTORY

1920 Sergeant Trumpeter Victor Edwards, of the original 10th Light Horse Regiment, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs Horace J. G. Edwards, of Cottesloe, has received from the Base Records, Melbourne, word of his having been mentioned in despatches by the commander in the field. He has also received two oak leaves as emblems to be worn after four and a half years' active service. (reference)

Victor H Edwards married Jean Knox in Fremantle in 1922. A son Ross was born in 1923.

1929 Birth on August 20, to Mr. and Mrs. V. H. Edwards, of 70 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a daughter. (reference)
1933 Funerals. The funeral of the late Mr. Horace J. Gomez Edwards, Printing Instructor of the Fremantle Prison, and of 22 Keane-street, Peppermint Grove, took place yesterday afternoon in the Presbyterian portion of the Karrakatta Cemetery... Born at Perth, the late Mr. Edwards was 60 years of age, and had always resided in this State. He learnt the printing trade at the City Press, Perth, later joining the Government Printing Office. After being there eight years he was transferred as Printing Instructor to the Fremantle Prison, where he had been up to the time of his death, a period of 23 years. He was the second son of the late Mrs. Margaret Glanville (formerly Dore), a well-known pioneer of this State. Joining the Volunteer Artillery he was Sergeant in No. 1 Battery and in 1897 was presented to Queen Victoria at her Diamond Jubilee. The deceased was one of the oldest and best known oarsmen of the State, commencing his rowing career in 1890 and winning his first race in 1891, the Swan River Trial Fours. He held the title of champion sculler of this State for 1900, 1901, 1903 and 1904. He took part in interstate racing in eights and sculls, and was the coach in 1910 and 1911 and joint coach in 1914, and has been honorary coach of the Fremantle Rowing Club for the past 15 years. In 1904 he won the only race that was ever rowed at Guildford, winning the Padbury Diamond Sculls. His loss will be keenly felt, especially in rowing circles, as his genial personality had won him many friends. The late Mr. Edwards is survived by a widow, two daughters and six sons. The chief mourners were Mrs. Edwards (widow), Mesdames S. Weatherall and S. Henderson (daughters), Victor, Herbert, Glanville, Edmund, Gomez and Louis (sons)... (reference)
1939 Jammed By Truck. Youth's Fatal Injuries. From internal injuries received when he was jammed between the wall of a lane and the side of a motor truck in Fremantle yesterday, a youth died shortly after admission to the Fremantle Hospital. The victim was Ross Edwards (16), of 70 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, a messenger employed by Harris, Scarfe and Sandovers, Ltd., Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1924 - 1949: Edwards, Victor Horace

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73 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Bungalow Porch House w / Arts & Crafts Influences

No 73 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gabled decramastic tiled roof. It is a fair expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a prominent gable bay and part width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on masonry columns. The gable bay features a bay window with double hung sash windows and an arched porch. The porch was later extended south. There is a central door flanked by casement windows.

HISTORY

1935 The Friends of the late Mr. Rupert Alexander Pink (Trapper), of 73 Dalgety street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave his late residence, 73 Dalgety-street. East Fremantle...(reference) ...On December 17, accidentally, Rupert Alexander, dearly beloved son of John Pink, loved brother of Jack, Vale, Rita, Doreen, Myra, George, William, Eric, David, Nora and Joyce; aged 36 years... On December 17, as result of an accident, Rupert Alexander, loved nephew of Mr. and Mrs. J. O'Connor, Silas-street, East Fremantle; aged 36 years. (reference)
1936 Truck’s Plunge Down Bank. Driver Killed Instantly. A verdict of accidental death was returned by the Acting-Coroner at an inquest held at the Fremantle Courthouse yesterday concerning the death of Rupert Alexander Pink (35). Pink was the driver of a motor truck which plunged down an embankment and overturned in the Fremantle road, Palmyra... The truck had overturned on the northern side of the road, and was lying at the bottom of a nine-foot embankment...Thomas W. Bowles, a rabbit trapper, of Preston Point-road, Bicton, said that he was travelling with Pink to Fremantle from Beverley. Deceased had slept at his camp the previous night at Beverley. On the day of the accident they picked up rabbits at various points along the road, and at York loaded 300 pairs. Deceased had several drinks along the road, but was not affected by them... (reference)
1941 Death. The Friends of the late Mr. Charles Barrow of 73 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, late AIF...The Funeral is appointed to leave the residence of his step-daughter Mrs. R. Baldwin, 73 Dalgety street. East Fremantle… (reference)
1942 Death. The Friends of the late Mrs Lillian Maud Barrow, of 73 Dalgety street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that her remains will be interred in the Anglican portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave the residence of her daughter, Mrs H. Baldwin, 73 Dalgety street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1946 Engagement. The engagement is announced of Amy Frances, youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. C. Barrow of 73 Dalgety street, East Fremantle to Colin Frederick third son of Mr. and Sirs. S. J. Thomas, of 336 High-street, Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1921: Dalton, Frank G. "Villafranc"

1922 - 1934: Dalton, Gordon

1934 - 1935: Vacant

1935 - 1936: Pink, Rupert A.

1936 - 1949: Baldwin, Rowland

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74 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Simple Bungalow Porch House

No 74A Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a gabled thrust bay and part width hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on twin posts resting on masonry piers. Part of the verandah has been enclosed in brickwork. The half-timbered, gable bay features a set of casement windows under a sunhood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by casement windows. The roofscape features a rendered chimney. A render band runs across the facade.

HISTORY

1928 Birth on September 21, at Nurse Bathgate's, to Mr. and Mrs. Hart, 74 Dalgety -street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Patricia Clare). Both well. (reference)
1930 Birth on February 14, at Nurse Bathgate's, to Mr. and Mrs. Hart, of 74 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a son (Bernard Frederick). (reference)

Robert ‘Bob’ Hart was a 30 year old patrolman with the Fremantle Harbour Trust when Lorna was born in October 1931.

1950 The engagement is announced of Patricia Claire, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Hart, 74 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, to George Nicholas, only son of Mr. and Mrs. O. Travers, 57 Francis-street, Perth. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1928 - 1970s: Hart, Robert, wife Marjorie Phyllis Ryan

Robert Hart c. 1945

Majorie Hart

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76 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Late Interwar / Bungalow Porch House

No 76 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fair expression of the Inter-War Bungalow. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a prominent gabled bay flanked by a skillion roofed verandah. The verandah runs along the north elevation and is supported on timber posts. The half-timbered thrust bay features casement windows with sunhoods. The front door is on the north facade under the verandah. The door is flanked by sets of casements.

HISTORY

1932 May Jennings, of Adrian street, Palmyra, was engaged to Claude Pacey, New South Wales.
1934 Birth on December 1, to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Wilson Hall, 76 Dalgety street, Fremantle—a son (Vivian Samuel). (reference)
1936 Traffic Offences. The following penalties, with 3/ costs, unless otherwise stated, were imposed for breaches of the Traffic Act regulations: Parking: William Joseph McGovern, Claude Mapesden Pacey... (reference)
1942 Birth on September 11, at Sister Bathgate's, to Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Pacey, 76 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1950 Dressmaking, reasonable costs. C. Pacey, 76 Dalgety st., E. Ftle. L3152. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1922: Clarke, Albert W.

1923: Vacant

1924: Partridge, Thomas

1925: Stewart, Charles James

1926 - 1930: Clarke, Edward C.

1931 - 1932: Dawson, George

1933 - 1934: Vacant

1934 - 1935: Pacey, C.

1935 - 1941: Hall, Samuel W.

1941 - 1949: Pacey, Claude M. (painter)

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81 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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Late Interwar / Bungalow Porch House w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 81 Dalgety Street -’Nasese’’- is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a gable thrust bay flanked by a hip roofed verandah. The prominent gable features double hung sash windows under a sunhood. The entry door has been relocated to the addition at the rear. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1924 Birth on June 24, at their residence, ‘’Nasese’’ Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Miller—a son. Both well. (reference)
1928 Car registrations. 16639: John L. Miller, 81 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, Chevrolet. (reference)
1944 Flying-Officer. Peter Miller, instructor in the Eastern States, now completing eight days home leave, was entertained at tea by Mayor Gibson, M.L.C., today. Miller was the first A.T.C. cadet from No. 76 Squadron (Fremantle) to gain a commission in the R.A.A.F. Nineteen years of age, he is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Miller, of Dalgety Street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 Death on Dec 19, John Leith Miller, of Kalamunda, and late of the Fremantle Harbour Trust, dearly loved husband of Vera Miller, loved father of Peter and Glenn, and father-in-law of Trill, dear friend of Ida and Jeff Sinclair. He fought the good fight. A tribute to the memory and deepest sympathy to the widow and children of our late member John, who passed away Dec. 19 at Repatriation General Hospital, Perth, Inserted by Darling Range Sub Branch R.S.L. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1921 - 1924: Doran, Arthur Joseph

1926 - 1949: Miller, John Leith

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88 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Late Interwar / Bungalow

No 88 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fair expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a prominent gable bay and a part width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on rendered piers. The gable bay features a bay window with casement windows. There is a central door under the verandah. The roofscape features rendered chimneys. The place addresses both Dalgety Street and Marmion Street.

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

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