65 Oakover Street

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow Porch House

HISTORY

1930 New Registration Transfer. 19693: Wm. Cameron to Peter Casserly, 65 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, Chevrolet. (reference)
1940 Born on May 20, at Woodside Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Cormack, of Oakover-street, East Fremantle—a son (Darryl George). (reference)
1942 Death on April 18, at Fremantle, as the result of an accident, William John, beloved brother of Charles(65 Oakover-street, East Fremantle), fond brother-in-law of Ella, fond uncle of Clifford and Glenis; aged 37 years. (reference)
1942 Birth At Bundi Kudja, on July 2, to Mr. and Mrs. Williams, of 65 Oakover-street, East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1943 For Sale. Gent’s S/H Leather Overcoat, good condition. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1944 Wanted. Sedan Car, good tyres. Pay up to £200 cash. Apply 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1944 For Sale, Morris 1937 Sedan, FP £185, cash price £180. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1945 Lost and Found. Lost, Lady's Swansea Bike, green and mauve, No 10295, from Woolworth's Buildings £2 reward. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 For Sale. A Refrigerator, good condition. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 Holiday Resorts. Wanted Mandurah. West Murray or Busselton Cottage, December 27 to Jan. 11. Williams, 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. L1549. (reference)
1949 Motors, Bicycles, Etc. Trailer, 16in. dise wheels, strong job, £25. 65 Oakover-st., E. Fremantle. (reference)
1951 For Sale. Boat, 15ft., clinker built, 3h.p. inboard motor, perf. cond., any trial. Ring L1549, Sat morning, or call 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle Sunday. (reference)
1952 For Sale. Ford Prefect, 1949, radio, perfect cond., £585. Ring L1549, Sat., 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. Weekend. (reference)
1952 For Sale. Austin A40 1950, wireless, sun blinds and extras, perfect condition, £775 cash, or offer. L1549 or 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1935: Casserley, M.

1938 - 1942: McCormack, George

1942 - 1949: Williams, Charles

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65 Fortescue Street

January 1, 2019

65 Fortescue Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Diagonal Plan Porch House Bungalow

No 65 Fortescue 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 gable thrust bay and a part width broken back and gabled roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on Tuscan columns set on piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The verandah terminates at a gabled thrust bay. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and casement windows. The brickwork features rendered string courses. The roofscape features brick chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1934 The engagement is announced of Myrtle Ann, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, to Henry Charles, only son of Mrs. and the late Mr. Henry Penny, of Korrawilla, Green Hills. (reference)
1937 The engagement is announced of Myrtle Ann, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, to Bruce, second son of Mr. and the late Mrs. E. G. Exley, of 44 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1942 Death on November 18, at Fremantle Hospital, Alexander dearly beloved husband of Hilda Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, and loving father of Bob (WAGR), Myrtle (Mrs. B. Exley), Mabel (Mrs. R. McIntosh), Heather and Stan: aged 57 years. (reference)
1942 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Alexander Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, late of the WA Government Railways. Fremantle, and formerly of the 44th Battalion, AlF, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred In the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery... (reference)
1946 Wanted For Rent. Stabling for greengrocer's horse and vehicle, near Perth or Fremantle. State rental and if accommodation available adjacent for owner O'Brien, 65 Fortescue-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 For Sale. Oldsmobile Sedan, 1936. Good order and appearance, outright sale or exchange on tip truck. Bovell, 65 Fortescue-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1953 Found straying, East Fremantle, Pom. cross Dog, cream. Apply 65 Fortescue-st. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1943: Nicoll, Alex

1944 - 1949: Nicholl, Mrs. Hilda

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65 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

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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65 Hubble Street

January 1, 2019

65 Hubble Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Early Federation, Georgian Influences

No 65 (previously known as No 125) Hubble Street is a single-story cottage constructed in rendered masonry with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a good example of Federation Bungalow style house. The place has been renovated in the 21st Century. It is symmetrically planned with a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and double hung sash windows. The facade features a full-width bullnose verandah supported on timber posts. There is a timber framed garage at the front of the lot on the south side.

HISTORY

1921 Death on August 15, at his residence, 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, Joseph, the beloved husband of Margaret Porter; aged 60 years... (reference)
1921 Obituary. The funeral of the late Mr. Joseph Porter, engine-driver, of the Fremantle Municipal Tramways, where he had been employed for the past fifteen and a half years, took place on Tuesday afternoon, the 16th inst, and was attended by many friends. The deceased, who was 60 years of age, was born in Belfast, Ireland, but had been a resident of this State for the last 27 years. A widow and daughter survive him. The funeral cortege moved from his late residence, 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, and proceeded to the local cemetery, where the remains were laid to rest in the Church of England portion. (reference)
1923 Dear Auntie Nell, I take a great interest in the Children's Page, and would like to become one of your nieces. I am 11 years old, and am in the fifth standard at school. I had last week's puzzle all right according to the paper, but was too late in forwarding it...I remain, your loving, would-be niece, Joan Jeffrey, 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1923 In loving memory of my dear husband, Joseph Porter, who passed away at his residence, 125 Hubble street, East Fremantle, August 15, 1921... Inserted by his wife, Margaret. (reference)
1927 Birth on June 4, to Mr. and Mrs L. Fidock 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Eunice Aster). (reference)
1931 Death on May 5, at Perth Hospital, Horace Ondly, beloved eldest son of George Andrew and Sarah Elizabeth Spark, of 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, and brother of Thelma (Mrs. H. Foley), George, Donald, Amy and Josephine Spark, and stepbrother of David, Percy, Jessie and Halwin Lyon; aged 23 years. R.I.P. (reference)
1931 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Horace Ondly Spark, of 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, and late of Goomalling (W.A.), are respectfully invited to follow his remains to the place of interment, the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Fremantle. (reference)
1938 Fatal Fall From Bed. Woman's Death Investigated. A finding that death was due to injuries received when the deceased fell out of bed on to a water jug was returned in the Fremantle Courthouse yesterday, when the District Coroner (Mr. H. J. Craig, S.M.) conducted an inquest concerning the death of Mrs. Sarah Ann Sorrell (49), of 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle. Mrs. Sorrell was injured on July 2 and died at the Fremantle Hospital on the following day...William George Sorrell, lumper, husband of the deceased, said that he left his home about 7 p.m. on July 2 and returned at 10.45, when his son-in-law told him that Mrs. Sorrell had had an accident. Witness saw his wife lying on the bedroom floor in a large pool of blood. She had had "a little too much wine," he stated. (reference)
1942 Birth on June 26, at Bundi Kudja, to Sgt and Mrs. V. Gibbs, 65 Hubble street, East Fremantle—a son. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1908 - 1909: Jarvis, George

1910: Porter, Joseph

1911 - 1918: O’Halloran, Martin

1919 - 1920: Haugh, Robert

1921 - 1922: Woodward, John

1923: Vacant

1924: Green, George Henry

1925 - 1926: Bruning, Theodore Dixon

1927 - 1932: Fidock, L. L. O.

1933 - 1934: Jones, Victor

1934 - 1939: Sorrell, William G.

1939 - 1940: Vacant

1940 - 1942: Gregory, Mrs. Eliz

1942 - 1949: Gibbs, James

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65 Petra Street

January 1, 2019

65 Petra Street (map)

Architecture

Inter-War / Simple Inter-War Bungalow Porch House

No 65 Petra Street 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. It is symmetrically composed with a full width skillion roofed verandah supported on timber posts. A gable is located central on the verandah and marks the entry. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features a rendered chimney and finials. The place sits on a limestone foundation.

History

1933 On September 20, 1933 (suddenly), at the Fremantle Hospital, Philip Henry, of 65 Petra-street, Palmyra; the loving father of Grace, father-in-law of Josh, loving grandfather of Phil, Josh, Jim and Grace Prosser; aged 80 years and 11 months. (reference)
1937 Vehicle Registration: 36317, S. B. Bateman, 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle, Chevrolet. (reference)
1937 Among the deliveries made by Sydney Atkinson Motors Ltd. during the past week or so are the following… S. B. Bateman. 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle. Chev. utility... (reference)
1938 Arnott’s: Furniture, etc., on premises, 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle; 2 p.m. (reference)
1940 Van, Morris 10, 1935, owner going overseas, must sell. £140 or nearest offer. 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 For Sale, large Aviary Canaries, 2 hen. 2 cock birds, beautiful whistlers. 65 Petra-st., E. Fremantle. £3. (reference)
1948 Double Bed, complete with mattress, as new, £15; also dropside cot and stroller. 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

Residents

1931 - 1935: Casey, John

1936 - 1938: Morris, Har P.

1938 - 1939: Vacant

1939 - 1947: Williams, Thomas

1949: Lennon, Ernest

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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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65 Sewell Street

January 1, 2019

65 Sewell Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation, Simple Gable / Skillion Domestic Carpenter

No. 65 (previously was no. 135) Sewell street is a single story house constructed in timber framing and fibrous cement cladding with a gabled corrugated iron roof. It is a Federation Bungalow style house that was extensive modified in the late 1950s. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a full width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is mostly filled in with fibrous cement cladding and glazed louvres.

HISTORY

1937 Death on January 12, at Fremantle Hospital, Lily Poat, dearly beloved niece of Mr. and Mrs. C. Baker, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, loving cousin of Phyllis, Bill, John, Olive and Bernie; aged 18 years. At rest. (reference)
1937 Vehicle Registration: 4104, W. C. T. Baker, 135 Sewell-street, Fremantle, Morris. (reference)
1938 Pen-Friends’ Corner... Freda Longbottom, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, wanted-a girlfriend interested in reading and all outdoor sport; living anywhere in the United States; age 12 to 13 years. Jean Longbottom, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, a girlfriend interested in music, stamp collecting and reading: living in India; age about 12 years. (reference)
1938 SOS Corner: Can You help These members? ...Freda Longbottom, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, would like the words of "Rose Marie," "Did Your Mother Come from Ireland," "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" and "Make a Wish.” (reference)
1948 Engagement. Jean, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Longbottom, Sewell-street, East Fremantle, to Bert, only son of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Rogerson Wellington-street, Mosman Park. (reference)
1949 The daughters of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Longbottom, of 65 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, have pleasure in announcing the 25th Anniversary of their parents' Wedding which was solemnised at St. Peter's Church East Fremantle, on March 22, 1924… (reference)
1949 Nannup News- Eden-Longbottom Wedding-Although very heavy rain had fallen all Saturday morning and early afternoon it had cleared considerably for the wedding of Jean Longbottom and Keith Eden...She was attended by her sister Grace, flower girl Shirley Rodda. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr. George Longbottom and Tom Longbottom carried out the duties as best man...After the wedding, and following the taking of photographs, approximately 52 guests assembled at the hall and were received by Mrs. W. Longbottom, mother of the bride, Mr. Alwyn Longbottom carried out the duties of chairman...(reference)
1950 Death on February 24, Mary Ann Elizabeth Grant (nee Jackson), of 65 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, loving mother of Ernie, Herbert, Roy, Alex, Lily (Mrs. A. Longbottom) ...loved gran of 14 children and five great-grandchildren; aged 84 years. Peacefully sleeping. (reference)
1951 The marriage of Ruth, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Longbottom, Sewell-street, East Fremantle, to Colin, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Clayton, of Cleopatra-street, Palmyra, will take place at St. John's Church of England, Fremantle… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1913 - 1915: Gent, Frank

1916: Carroll, James

1917 - 1922: Ryan, Alfred J.

1923 - 1937: Baker, Charles Thomas

1939 - 1951: Longbottom, Alwyn