9-11 Angwin Street (was Bellevue st)

January 1, 2019

11 Angwin Street (map) was Bellvue st until 1925

ARCHITECTURE

No 11 Angwin Street ‘Swanville’ is a two storey limestone and brick house with a hipped, gabled and ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Queen Anne style and is one of the finest and largest historic houses in East Fremantle. Constructed c. 1896. The residence is situated on a steeply sloping site and features a tennis court, a gazebo, retaining walls and well groomed gardens.

It is asymmetrically composed with an irregular plan. The front elevation features a thrust gable bay, corner gable bay and a wrapping curved roof verandah. The verandah terminates at thrust bays at both ends. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. There are many roof forms, bay windows, diagonal bays and other features.

Samuel Titus Mitchell (1824 - 1877), and his wife Susanna, arrived Fremantle in 1852 on the Will Watch, with only son John Elijah Mitchell (b 1847) and settled in Perth where they established Mitchell & Son (cnr William St and St George's Terrace), Bakers and Confectioners. Samuel was also a capable musician and sold music and musical instruments.
In 1869 John Elijah Mitchell married Sarah Jane Mews, daughter of John Charles Mews & Elizabeth Bishop.

1889 Death- Mrs S. Mitchell, senior, aged 75, at the residence of her son, Mr. J. E. Mitchell, Swanville, East Fremantle, on Saturday, April 9, and buried on Sunday, in Perth, with her late husband, Mr. S. T. Mitchell, by request. (reference)

1897-1899 Eldest son Ernest C. Mitchell worked with his father in Mitchell and Sons- 105 (now 85) High St, Fremantle, confectioners and bakers. J. T. Mitchell and his father had brought with him from England the first lollie making machinery ever exported from England. Ernest was educated at Fremantle Grammar School. His early years were spent in the North-West as a jackeroo on Rotton's station, Gascoyne River, where he became an expert in the native dialect… Despite his family connections Ernest ran as a Labor candidate for Toodyay in 1911: “He always supported and voted for Labor, having a keen sympathy for the under dog.” (reference)

1898 LOST, one Peahen, from Swanville, Richmond; a reward offered to finder on return of bird. J. E. Mitchell, Swanville, Richmond. (reference)
1903 Marriage On November 9, at Lunenberg, John T., second son of J. E. Mitchell, of Swanville, East Fremantle, to Edith Maud, fourth daughter of the late J. C. Lett Wyndham, Victoria. (reference)
1905 The Friends of the late Mr John Charles Mews are respectfully invited to follow his remains to the place of interment, the Wesleyan portion of the Karrakatta Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. J. E. Mitchell, "Swanville," Bellevue-road, East Fremantle… (reference)
1912 A quiet but pretty wedding was celebrated at St. Peter's Church, East Fremantle, on September 25, when Miss Ruby Florence Mitchell, second daughter of Mr J. E. Mitchell, of "Swanville” East Fremantle, was united to Mr. Percy James Hawkins, third son of Mr. James Hawkins, contractor, of Perth… the church was beautifully decorated for the occasion by the Girls' Friendly Society, of which the bride was a prominent member. (reference)

13 Jul 1916 death of Sarah at ‘Swanville’, Bellevue Road, East Fremantle:

Mrs. Mitchell was a daughter of that hardy pioneer and ship-builder, the late Mr. John Charles Mews, who came to this State in 1829 in the ship Rockingham. The spot where they landed was called after the ship. The blacks disputed their landing, and they found it necessary to entrench themselves to fight the aborigines. It might be interesting to mention that the Rockingham was careened on an adjacent bank, from which she slipped off and was lost. The bay in the vicinity, was named after the incident, Careening Bay. (reference)

1920 ENGAGEMENTS- Cecil Northover (formerly lieutenant 16th. Battalion), youngest son ot Mr. and Mrs. G. Northover, of East Fremantle, to Miss "Bib" Knox, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. T. Knox, of Hampton-road, Fremantle. (reference)

George Finnimore Northover was born in St Pancras, Middlesex, England in 1858 and died Nedlans WA in 1943. He had 8 children: Florence Mabel 1883 - 1917, Nellie 1885 - 1886, John Edgar , 1892 - 1957, Eleanor Edith May 1890 - 1979, Violet 1887 - 1973, George Arthur 1896 - 1897, Louie 1885 - 1886, and Cecil Ernest 1894 - 1947.

Death- Mitchell on July 11, 1925, at East Fremantle, John Elijah, husband of the late Sarah Jane Mitchell, and father of Ernest C. (Benjabbering), John T. (East Fremantle), Samuel A. (Mackay, Queensland), and Harold Mitchell (Bunbury), Mrs. W. Rumble (Katoomba, NSW), Mrs. P. Hawkins (Maylands), and Mrs. N. Milne (Wagin); aged 79 years.
“The late John Elijah was the only descendant of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Titus Mitchell, whose well-kept confectionery shop, on Dyer's corner (now Elder, Smith and Co.), will be remembered by residents of Perth of a generation ago. Samuel Titus Mitchell established Perth's first ice factory in 1860, and John Elijah was the State's first manufacturer of jam upon an extensive scale. The Mitchell family had among their employees in the jam factory two highly intelligent natives, named Geordie and Chum-Chum, who were useful yachtsmen in assisting John Elijah when he conveyed large quantities of figs from Freshwater Bay (now Claremont) and from Smith brothers' orchard near Dalkeith (now Nedlands). Mitchell's ice and raspberry jam of the 60's made famous the wares of Samuel Titus and John Elijah throughout the length and breadth of the land… (reference)
1945 “A locked steering gear ... a capsizing truck . . . and 2 young brothers 13 and 11 were thrown to their deaths on a lonely road between Holt Rock and Lake Barlee. Tragedy occurred at 10 p.m. Friday about 85 miles from Lake Grace. Another brother (9), escaped serious injury. Killed were: Keith Wright (13), and Gordon Wright (11), of Angwin-st., East Fremantle. Injured: John Wright (9), same address… They were the sons of Mr. and Mrs. C. K. Wright of East Fremantle and had gone to Lake Grace for their Xmas holiday..” ( reference)

RESIDENTS

(no 9) 1886-1917 John Elijah Mitchell and Ivy May Mitchell

1918- 1919 John H. B. Brown

1920-1924 George Finnemore Northover ‘Swanville’

1925 James E Welch

1926-1944 John T Mitchell

1945 -1949 Mrs E. M. Mitchell

(No 11) Stable area sold - 1942 - 1949: Wright, H.

(C. K. Wright lived at 15 Angwin St in the 1940s- may have been related)

1950s Peter Mitchell, son Jarrod

Susanna, John E Mitchell and Samuel Titus Mitchell 1856

A view west from Bellvue St, c 1900, showing 11 Bellvue ‘Swanville’ (built c 1896) and looking down to the Castylemaine Brewery, photo courtesy Peter Mitchell 202

Sarah J. Mitchell ( nee Mews)

John Elijah Mitchell

Ernest C. Mitchell, 1911

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17 Angwin Street

January 1, 2019

17 Angwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 17 Angwin Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated zinc roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style, though much of what gives it its current appearance is the outcome of works completed between 1996-98. At this time the place was modified to have Federation Filigree elements. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with timber filigree work. The verandah is a reconstruction and extension of the original verandah. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts and is also a reconstruction. A half-timbered gable is located on the verandah, which is an original feature. As a result of an extension to the north the gable is located centrally. Below the gable is a bay window featuring double hung sash windows. The bay window is flanked by further double hung sashes, though the window to the south was originally French doors. The roof features brick and rendered chimneys. The northern chimney is a later addition. The place is located on a steep sloping site and addresses the river. As a result the elevation to Angwin Street is largely ignored. To accommodate the slope of the site the house is set on limestone foundations. Walls are brick with render string courses and sills.

HISTORY

1927 Vehicle Transfer - 4482: M. Draice to G. F. Augier,. Angwin street, East Fremantle, Buick. (reference)
1928 Wedding. St. Patrick's Church, Fremantle, was the scene of a very pretty wedding on February 23, when Gertrude, only daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. G. Augier, of Angwin-street, East Fremantle, and Edward, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Christie, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, were joined in holy matrimony. (reference)
1933 Vehicle Transfer - 26164: Norman Bunsen to Colin Christie, Angwin-street, East Fremantle, Morris Cowley. (reference)
1937 Plymouth 4-cyl. Tourer, very good appearance and first-class mechanical condition, any trial and Inspection given. A bargain at £110, terms arranged. Apply week-end at 17 Angwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 Allambee Convalescent Home. Accommodation for invalids and aged patients. Comfort and trained care in restful surroundings. Overlooking river, harbour and ocean. Sister Berthold (A.T.N.A). 17 Angwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 On September 28, at Sister Bathgate's, East Fremantle, to Pat and Doug Fletcher, of 17 Angwin-street, East Fremantle—a son (Owen Edward). Both well. (reference)
2020 On August 26th, the property Sold for $2,830,000 (reference)

RESIDENTS

1913 - 1931: Augier, Mrs. Gertrude

1933 - 1935: Augier, Mrs. Gertrude & Christie, Mrs. Gertrude

1935 - 1937: Clark, Walter A.

1937 - 1938: Johnson

1938 - 1942: Plummer, Reginald

1942 - 1949: Fletcher, Doug

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18 Angwin Street

January 1, 2019

18 Angwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 18 Angwin Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered masonry with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed around an irregular plan. The house has been modified and extended from its original form. The front elevation features a thrust gable bay and a full width return bull nosed roof verandah. The verandah is a replacement and is supported on timber posts with a decorative frieze. A St Andrew’s cross balustrade spans between the posts. A key feature of the house is a tall half-timbered gable on the west elevation of the house. Below the gable is a set of fixed light and casement windows. There is a central and hopper light flanked by sidelights and a set of windows. The windows and doors appear to be replacements. The roofscape features rendered capped chimneys. A gazebo and garage have been added to the north.
The place has a somewhat modified form and retains some of its details. There are masonry additions to the east and south of the place. The original corrugated iron sheeting has been replaced. The render is a later modification.

HISTORY

1931 CARRIED ON THE BUMPERS. Traffic Constable's Experience.The remarkable sight of a uniformed constable being knocked from his motor cycle by a car and carried on the front bumper of the car, clinging to the radiator cap, for over 100ft, was witnessed by some people in Wellington-street, West Perth, at sunset on March 17. Constable William Robinson, of the Traffic Department, was riding one of the department's motor cycles west along Wellington-street, about 5.15 p.m., when a car, driven in the same direction by William Sumpton, of Angwin-street, East Fremantle, overtook his machine and carried it along. After proceeding 25ft., the car and cycle became disengaged and the former vehicle, with the constable clinging to the front, swerved to the southern footpath and travelled for 112ft. before being stopped. The constable alighted from his perch, and, walking round to the driver, asked him why he had run him down. Mr. Sumpton is reported to have explained that the sun was in his eyes. Constable Robinson was severely bruised, but suffered no other injuries. His clothing was torn and the motor cycle was damaged. (reference)
1934 Mr. H. J. Locke, the Nationalist nominee of the conservative East Fremantle Process Association for the East Fremantle Mayoralty, is not to be allowed to be the civic leader without a challenge. Acceding to the request of a representative deputation, Mr. W. Sumpton, of Angwin-street, East Fremantle, has consented to nominate for Mayor. (reference)
1942 On April 29, 1942 (suddenly), at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr D. Byers, 188 Canning-highway, South Perth, Marion, dearly beloved wife of William Jackson Sumpton, of 18 Angwin-street, East Fremantle, loving mother of Rose (Mrs Stock), Fred, Beatrice (Mrs D. Byers) and William: mother-in-law of Eunice, Douglas and Mabel; fond grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; aged 74 years. (reference)
1950 Mr. William Jackson Sumpton, J.P., died at his home in Angwin street. East Fremantle, early on Sunday morning. He had been ill for some time. Mr. Sumpton, who was 76 years of age, was predeceased by his wife and left two sons and two daughters. He came to this State in 1894 and was employed for some years at Fremantle. About 1904 he founded Sumptons Providoring Company, which he later sold. In 1921 he started a shipping and forwarding agency and later took his son Fred into partnership. For many years he ran schooners between Fremantle, Cossack and Port Hedland. Mr. Sumpton was a member of the Fremantle City Council for 35 years. He was a Past president of the West Australian Bowling Association, the East Fremantle Bowling Club, and of the Justices' Association. He was a director of several West Australian firms. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1924 - 1936: Sumpton, William J.

1936 - 1949: Sumpton, William J. & Stock, Mrs. Rose E.

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20 Angwin Street

January 1, 2019

20 Angwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 20 Angwin Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone, painted brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roofed verandah. A skillion roofed addition is located to the south of the verandah. The addition is a timber framed canopy that extends into the garden. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The roofscape features rendered capped chimneys. There are three sets of doors and hopper lights to the front façade. Walls are painted limestone with painted brick quoins.
The place retains its form and most of its details. The original tiles have been replaced with the current tiles. There are additions to south and rear. A carport has been added to the south.

HISTORY

1928 Miss Frances O'Donnell, L.A.B., L.T.C.L., Teacher of Pianoforte, Violin, and Harmony, resumes tuition on Wednesday, February 1. Pupils prepared for all exams. Linden, Angwin street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1928 On Tuesday evening, July 31, the Misses Frances and May O'Donnell, of Linden, Angwin-street, East Fremantle, were hostesses at a linen tea, given to Miss Jessie Gunnyon, whose marriage to Mr. P. Vaughan, of Victoria, will take place on August 22. The guests were entertained with music and games. The supper room was gaily decorated with streamers and balloons, Geraldton wax plants and sweet peas being used on the tables. (reference)
1938 Cyclist Injured. Collision with Car. When the bicycle he was riding collided with a car at the corner of Henderson-street and South-terrace, Fremantle, about 6.30 p.m. yesterday, David Charles Carr (25), married, of 128 George-street, East Fremantle, received injuries to the right leg and was taken by a St. John ambulance to the Fremantle Hospital, where he was detained for observation. His condition is not serious.The car was being driven along Henderson-street towards South Fremantle by T. A. O'Donnell, of 20 Angwin-street, Fremantle. Constable E. Gaull, of the Fremantle police, took particulars of the accident. (reference)
1945 Mr. and Mrs. Frank O'Donnell have much pleasure in announcing the 40th Anniversary of their Marriage, which took place at All Hallows Church, Boulder City, on February 14, 1905, the Very Rev Dean Brennan officiating. Present address Angwin-street East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 Marriage on March 24, at St. Steven's Church, Sydney, May, the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. O'Donnell, of Linden, Angwin-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. Alan Green, journalist, of Potts Point, Sydney, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Green, of Melbourne. (reference)
1950 Death on March 14, at Subiaco, Francis Arthur O'Donnell, late of 20 Angwin Street, East Fremantle,dearly beloved husband of Sarah, loved father of Frances (Mrs. F. J. Robinson, South Perth), May (Mrs. A. Green, Heathcote), and Arthur, East Fremantle. Aged 74 years. A patient sufferer at rest. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909: Dixon, Walter K.

1911: Long, George

1912 - 1922: Robinson, Arthur

1923 - 1924: Smith, Frederick C.

1925: Corlson, Alfred Charles

1926: Parsons, Walter

1927: Beard, Fisher

1928 - 1942: O'Donnell, Francis A. (plumber)

1942 - 1943: O'Donnell Francis A. (plumber) & Greer, H.

1944: O'Donnell, Francis A. (plumber) & Wilsden, Mrs. Dora E.

1947 - 1949: O'Donnell, Francis A. (plumber)

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21 Angwin Street

January 1, 2019

21 Angwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 21 Angwin Street is a two storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a gambrel, hipped and gable tiled roof. There are extensive modifications and additions. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The place is asymmetrically composed with an irregular plan. A hip roofed verandah wraps around the front façade. The verandah spans both storeys and is supported on timber posts. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The central section of the verandah has been extended west. A particular feature of the house is its richly decorative roofscape with gables, finials, decorative fretwork and render capped chimneys. Sets of casement windows are arrayed over the front façade. The place is located on a steep sloping site and addresses the river. As a result the elevation to Angwin Street is largely ignored.
The place retains its form and most of its details. There are additions to the front, rear and side of the house. There is a garage to the east.

HISTORY

1929 A pretty wedding was solemnised at St Mary's Church, West Perth, on the evening of September 30, when Florance May, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. Rolfe, of The Mansions, Mount's Bay-road, was wedded to John Creswell, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Hamilton, of Angwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1934 Mrs. A. P. Hamilton, of Angwin-street, East Fremantle, left by the Minderoo on Sunday to spend a holiday in Singapore, where she will be the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wearne. (reference)
1934 Mrs. A. P. Hamilton of Angwin-street, East Fremantle, returned on Tuesday by the Minderoo after having spent an enjoyable holiday in Singapore and Penang. (reference)
1944 Mr and Mrs L. Baker, of 111 Hampton-road, Fremantle, wish to announce that the marriage of their niece, Jean, to Ivan, third son of Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Hamilton, of 21 Angwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1954 Death on June 4, 1954, at Fremantle, Alexander Porter Hamilton, of 21 Angwin-street, East Fremantle, dearly beloved husband of Amy Blanche and loved father of Reg, John(Chum), Ivan and Alan; aged 87 years. Privately interred in the Anglican Cemetery, Fremantle, on June 8, 1954. (reference)