3 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Federation, Bungalow w Georgian Influences

No 3 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a full width hipped roof verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with valance boards. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. A broad set of stairs lead down to the garden from the verandah. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and lead light casement windows. The roofscape features rendered chimneys. The place sits on limestone foundations.

HISTORY

1932 There was a large attendance at the Fremantle Oval on Thursday night on the occasion of a farewell social to Inspector Teahan, who reached the retiring age (after 39 years in the Force) and relinquished his position in charge of the police of the Fremantle District… The Mayor (Mr. F. W. Gibson) said that he was glad of the opportunity of speaking to the toast because Fremantle, for its size, was freer from crime than any port in the Empire. "You, Mr. Teahan, have earned the esteem of the citizens in those parts where you have had charge, and you have earned the respect of those under your command, and no man can leave a job with those attributes without knowing that he has done his duty…” (reference)

1935 Long Service for State. Late Inspector Teahan. Mr. John Patrick Teahan, who died yesterday at St. John of God Hospital, Subiaco, rendered conspicuous service to the State over a long period. Born 68 years ago, he entered the police force of this State in 1893. ...In July, 1927, he was appointed inspector in charge of the Fremantle district, and served in that capacity until his retirement in August 1932. (reference)

1935 The funeral of Mr. J. P. Teahan, formerly Inspector of Police, took place at Karrakatta today. There was a representative attendance that indicated the high esteem in which he had been held by the community. Aged 68, Mr. Teahan died on Sunday at St. John of God Hospital, Subiaco, after only a short illness. He is survived by the widow and one daughter, Catherine. (reference)

1937 Crash Ends Chase. A few minutes after 9.30 o'clock on Monday night members of the police wireless patrol, which was in charge of Detective-Sergeant McLernon, received a wireless message that a motor car belonging to Walter Barnett Robinson, of Windsor-road, East Fremantle, had been stolen from outside the main entrance to Scotch College, Swanbourne... (reference)

1939 Spearwood Fatality. ...Walter B. Robinson, of Windsor-road, East Fremantle, who was driving a car which reached the scene immediately after the accident, was recalled.  He said that he had a good view of the road. He saw no other car than Smith's and Mews's… (reference)

1945 Death on May 18, suddenly, at his residence 3 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Colonel Walter Barnett Robinson, DCM. ED. Commander of the VDC, beloved husband of Dot, devoted father of Reg and Lynn and father-in-law of Olwyn: aged 52 years. (reference)

1945 V.D.C. Commander. Colonel Robinson Dies. Long Career of Service. Col W. B. Robinson, DCM, ED, Commander of the VDC in Western Australia, died suddenly at his home in Windsor-road, East Fremantle, yesterday evening at the age of 52 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1920 - 1924: Turner, George S. O.

1925 - 1927: Haberley, Frederick William

1928 - 1932: Teahan, Jon  (Inspector Police)

1933 - 1945: Robinson, Walter Barnett

1946 - 1949: Robinson, Mrs. Doris M.

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8 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Federation, Federation Bungalow w, Regency Influences

No 8 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with an ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a part width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. The verandah terminates at thrust bays on both sides of the house. The front gable bay features a bay window with brick arched heads to its openings. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by double hung sash windows. The roofscape features a render capped chimney. 

HISTORY

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RESIDENTS

As per Fremantle Post Directory there are no residents for this Address.

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9 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Porch House Bungalow w California Bungalow Influences

No 9 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick house with a hipped tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with a hipped roof porch supported on square piers. The porch beam has a shallow arch. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The porch roof extends south to act as a sunhood. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement lead light windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. The walls are rendered with face brick detailing below sills and above the limestone foundations.

HISTORY

1937 An attempt was also made to break into another residence in Petra-street, occupied by Mr. Arthur Marcus Cook, who reported that about 2 a.m. today he disturbed a man in the act of forcing the back door of his premises. The intruder made a successful get away. (reference)

1949 Double Smash, Driver Chased. Sedan was stolen from outside the Windsor Hotel, Mends-set., South Perth, at about 8 o'clock.  Later the car was seen speeding erratically down Labouchere-rd., South Perth. It crashed headlong into the front of an oncoming car driven by Arthur Marcus Cook, of Windsor-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)

1950 Ten Drivers Fined For Speeding. Ten charges of speeding were among 45 cases dealt with in the Perth Traffic Court yesterday by Mr. A. G. Smith, S.M. ...fined for speeding… Arthur Marcus Cook, of Windsor-street, East Fremantle, £1/10/... (reference)

RESIDENTS

1941 - 1950: Cook, Arthur M.

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12 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Old English Vernacular

No 12 Windsor Road is a two storey house constructed in limestone, painted brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a very fine expression of the Inter-War Old English style. It is asymmetrically composed with an offset hip roofed porch. The porch is supported on rendered columns set on limestone piers. To its immediate north there is a two storey tower. There is a set of casement lights at ground floor level and an arched head window with label moulds at first floor level. The entry door is located on the south elevation under the porch. The remaining windows are casement lights in sets of three and four. The roofscape features finials.

HISTORY

1936 Auction. ...Learmonth, Duffy and Co.: Piano, wireless, motor car, furniture, on premises, 12 Windsor Road, East Fremantle... (reference)

1937 A petition signed by nine-residents of West Murray asked for repairs to that section of road running from Windsor Road to the river. Messrs. Butcher and Kirkham moved that an inspection be made and work carried out; carried (reference)

1939 Vehicle Registration: 38734, J. Dunphy, 12 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Chevrolet sedan. (reference)

1947 Lost. In Fremantle, Tuesday afternoon, green floral frock with rust trimmings. Finder please ring L2367 or write 12 Windsor-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1936 - 1942: Dunphey, John

1942 - 1946: Byrnes, Mrs. Lillian & Rogers, Mrs. Florence

1947 - 1949: Hardie, J. E.

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14 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Bungalow Porch House

No 14 Windsor Road ‘Knockdrin” is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. A couple of extensions have been completed since 1986. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width hip roofed verandah. The verandah follows the plan of the building and is supported on Tuscan columns set over piers. A brick balustrade spans between the piers. The verandah has a gable located over the entry which reflects California Bungalow style. The facade features casement windows. The roofscape features finials. The place sits on limestone foundations. The walls are face brick with rendered features.

HISTORY

1925 The Friends of the late Mrs. Mary Ritchie, of Fremantle, and loving mother of Mrs. Sarah Pringle, and Mr. Christopher Fahey, are respectfully invited to follow her remains to the place of interment... (reference)

1936 Mr. and Mrs. K. W. Ward, of Windsor-road, East Fremantle, left by the Kangaroo on Thursday for a trip to Java and the Malay States. (reference)

1941 Death on August 26, at his residence, Knockdrin, 14 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Vernon Waters Ward, dearly beloved husband of Ethel May Ward and loving father of Olive (Mrs. Colin Secombe); aged 53 years… The Friends of the late Mr. Vernon Waters Ward, Manager of the Harbour and Light Department. Fremantle, respectfully informed that his remains will be privately interred in the Baptist portion of the Fremantle Cemetery (reference)

1952 Two of the guests at the annual dinner last night of the Soroptimist Club of Perth were Mrs. Dudley Baker and Mrs. Vernon Ward (see photo reference).

1963 What Makes Rex Tick? Rex Parnell one of the most successful Insurance men in Western Australia—in 1963 Rex and his father, Rex Parnell, senior, still hold the W.A. record of being the only father and son team to each sell £1 million of life insurance... Rex Parnell receives a certificate of membership of the A.M.P. Society's "Million Club" from the Hon. Leslie Craig, who retired from chairmanship of the Society in November. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1925 - 1928: Pringle, Mrs. Sarah

1929 - 1941: Vernon Ward

1942 - 1944: Davies, Mrs. G.

1945 - 1946: Collier, Mrs.

1947 - 1949: Parnell, Rex

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15 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 15 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at a gable bay on the south elevation. It is supported on timber posts with post brackets. The entry is located on the south elevation under the return verandah. The front elevation features pairs of multi pane double hung sash windows. The roof has a shallow pitch and features a sweeping gable, a rendered chimney and finials. The gable features a louvred vent. The walls are face brick to sill height and rendered above.

HISTORY

1926 Furnish With Comfort. At W. O. Danielson's. Mr. W. O. Danielson, Leake-street, Fremantle, announces that it is his aim to assist the householder to furnish with comfort, at a moderate cost. He will make to submitted designs, guaranteeing low prices and best workmanship. Customers up to date have been so pleased that with increased business, he has been forced into enlarging this premises. Ice-chests are a necessity for the summer, and these are a special line. A visit of inspection to his works, at the. rear of the Princess Theatre, will be of interest to intending house furnishers. (reference)

1929 W. O. Danielson (‘Scotty') is Growing with the Times. Five years ago Mr. W. O. ("Scotty") Danielson decided that working for an employer was not the way in which satisfactory progress could be made, and so he "made up his mind to get out of the ruck and commence business as a cabinet maker, French polisher and furniture manufacturer... (reference)

1936 Assault in Hotel. Fine Imposed. An argument in a hotel had a sequel in the Fremantle Police Court on Monday, When William Oliver Danielson was charged with having, in the National Hotel on April 8th, used abusive and insulting words to Jack Lewis, and Jack Lewis was charged with having unlawfully assaulted William Oliver Danielson. (reference)

1940 Death on April 4, suddenly, at East Fremantle, Abel Dickins, late of Pithara, husband of the late Sarah Dickins and beloved father of Archie, Bernard and Leslie, of Pithara, and Ciss (Mrs. W. O. Danielson), of 15 Windsor-road, East Fremantle; aged 66 years. (reference)

1940 Marriage on August 10, at St. Alban's Church, Highgate Hill, by Rev. C. W. Ker, Keith Lewis Airey, third son of Captain and Mrs. J. J. Airey, of Windsor-road, East Fremantle, to Phyllis Neville, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Stone, of Dumbleyung. (reference)

1944 Death on September 19, suddenly, at his residence, 6 Tuckfield-street, Fremantle, Edward George Lewis, dearly beloved father of George and Lucia of 15 Windsor-road, East Fremantle; aged 62 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1927 - 1941: Danielson, William Oliver

1941 - 1942: Airey, Keith L.

1942 - 1945: Lewis, Mrs. R.

1946: Lewis, Edwin G.

1947 - 1949: Brown, W. L.

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16 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, California Bungalow w Art-Deco Influences

No 16 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is asymmetrically composed with an offset flat roof porch. The porch is supported on circular columns. The front facade features sets of casement and fixed light windows under flat roofed sunhoods. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered. The original decorative brick patterns employed in the gable have been rendered.

HISTORY

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RESIDENTS

1941 - 1949: Parson, Almond T.

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17 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 17 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roof verandah. The verandah is supported on short timber posts set over masonry piers. The front elevation features a set of casement windows and a corner suite. The entry is located on the south elevation under the return verandah. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1938 State Shipping Service. After 25 years in the State Shipping Service, Mr. S. S. Glyde, who has been manager since it was made a separate department in 1919, will today commence long service leave before retiring in January next. He will be succeeded by Mr. K. W. Ward, accountant and assistant manager of the service, who will be acting-manager until Mr. Glyde's official retirement. (reference)

1939 Shipping Man’s Death. After an illness of several weeks, Mr. K. W. Ward, acting-manager of the State Shipping Service, died suddenly at his home in Windsor-road, East Fremantle, yesterday morning.The late Mr. Ward was born in Alberton, South Australia, in 1890, and came to this State In 1902, later joining the staff of the Adelaide Steamship Co. Ltd. He remained with this company until 1916, when he became associated with the Fremantle Harbour Trust and State shipping Service, which were then combined. In 1920 he was appointed accountant of the State Shipping Service and in 1928 also became assistant manager. When Mr. S. S. Glyde retired from the position of manager last June, Mr. Ward was appointed acting-manager, and was to have assumed the managership towards the end of this month. Mr.Ward had been closely associated with the East Fremantle Baptist Church almost from its formation, and was secretary for more than 12 years. He was a member of the Baptist Union council and several committees connected with it, and also belonged to the Fremantle Rotary Club. The late Mr. Ward leaves a widow. His brother is Mr. Vernon Ward, manager of the Harbour and Lights Department at Fremantle. (reference)

1947 Death on January 6, at St. John of God Hospital, Subiaco, Elsie May Ward, of Westmeath, Windsor-road, East Fremantle, widow of the late Kenneth Waters Ward, beloved sister of Annie, Gertrude (Mrs. G. Siggins), Jane, Emily, Gordon (deceased). (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1939: Ward, Ken W.

1939 - 1946: Ward, Mrs. Elsie L.

1947 - 1949: Jeffs, Eric

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18 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Domestic Carpenter w Federation Influence

No 18 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a ‘M’ format and gabled corrugated iron roof. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a full width return bull-nosed roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with brackets. The gable bay features a set of double hung sash windows. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and sets of double hung sash windows. The barges are profiled in the style of cottage ornée decorative fretwork. The roofscape features a pair of rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1909 Birth On December 24, at Windsor-road, East Fremantle, the wife of W. F. Taylor, of a son. (reference)

1922 Application Licenses. To the Resident Magistrate of the Magisterial District of Fremantle. I, David Gordon Taylor, now residing at Windsor-road, East Fremantle, do hereby apply for a general license under the Auctioneers Act, 1921… (reference)

1935 Death on May 30, at her residence, 18 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Katie, dearly beloved wife of D. G. Taylor, and devoted mother of Gordon and Isla Taylor; aged 67 years. (reference)

1936 Collapsed on Golf Links. Mr. David Gordon Taylor, a member of the Royal Fremantle Golf Club, collapsed on the club's course yesterday afternoon. Medical aid was on hand, but an examination showed that life was extinct. (reference) The Friends of the late Mr. David Gordon Taylor, Land and Estate Agent, of Messrs. Learmonth, Duffy and Company, Fremantle, and of 18 Windsor-road, East Fremantle… (reference)

1936 Auction of David Gordon Taylor’s well-known ‘Jarrah’ Residence, No 18 Windsor road, East Fremantle, comprising lovely lounge, large dining-room, four bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, pantry, garage, detached laundry and workshop. Nice lawns and gardens... (reference)

1948 State Housing Commission granted HC Webster a permit to build a brick house in the Metropolitan area… (reference)

1949 Wanted to rent, a flat or half a house with all conveniences by High School teacher and wife. Reply Webster, 18 Windsor-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

1949 The engagement is announced between Patricia Mary, younger daughter of Mrs. I. Box and the late Mr. R. Box, of 25 Allen street, East Fremantle, and Lance Vincent Webster, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Webster, 18 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, formerly of Sahibganj, Bihar, India. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1911: Taylor, Wilfred F.

1912 - 1936: Taylor, David G.

1936 - 1946: Saunders, Horace

1947: Badman

1949: Webster, Henry C.

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19 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Californian Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 19 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a part width return gable and skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on rendered masonry piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The entry is located on the south elevation under the return verandah. The front elevation features a set of casement windows and a corner suite. A central gable dominates the roof form. The gable features timber detailing and vents. The roofscape features a brick chimney and finials. 

HISTORY

1928 The tedium of the Federal Arbitration Court was relieved yesterday for a few moments when Captain W. A. Smith, of the Fremantle Stevedoring Co. told the court of a professional incident. ‘‘On one occasion,' he said, 'I asked a man to act as assistant-foreman. He replied, I must ask Cooky (Mr. 0. Cook, the Union's vigilance officer) about it first.'‘‘ (reference)

1934 Dance at East Fremantle. The "Sixty Club" held its inaugural dance at the Masonic Hall, East Fremantle, on Friday night and the function proved a great success. Among those present were: Captain and Mrs. Warren Smith (reference)

1935 Modern Tiled Roof Brick Residence, 19 Windsor-Road, East Fremantle. Learmonth, Duffy and Co. have received instructions from Captain Warren Smith to offer for sale by public auction as above: His very neat and attractive modern home containing entrance hall 10 x 6, lounge 17 x 12, bedrooms 14 x 12 and 12 x 10, dining-room 11 x 10, breakfast room 17 x 12, kitchen 11 x 7½, bathroom with gas heater and laundry, all under the one roof. There is a very fine motor garage with concrete floor and bench, and there is a rainwater tank. The land, approximately 70 x 130 feet, is laid out in lawns and flower beds, with concrete paths throughout. This is a very comfortable and complete home in an excellent position and the owner is selling simply because he requires more accommodation for his family. (reference)

1935 Young Girl, assist housework. Apply 19 Windsor-road, East Fremantle. After 10. (reference)

1938 Did He Fall on Duty? On November 27 last James Lindsay, a casual lumper, fell down the hold of the s.s. Lowana at Victoria Quay and sustained severe injuries, which incapacitated him indefinitely. Whether the accident occurred when he was carrying out his duties, is a subject of a compensation claim…Today Captain Warren Smith, superintendent stevedore of the Fremantle Stevedoring Company, the respondent in the case, gave evidence that he was supervising loading operations on the Lowana… (reference)

1945 Birth on August 31, at St John of God Hospital, Subiaco, to Mary and George Jeffs, of 19 Windsor-road, East Fremantle—a son. (reference)

1949 Birth on June 28, at St. John of God Hospital, Subiaco, to Mary and George Jeffs, of 19 Windsor-road, East Fremantle—a daughter. (reference)

RESIDENTs

1934- Sea Captain Austin Warren Smith

1942 - 1949: Jeffs, George

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22 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Federation Bungalow w Queen Anne Features

No 22 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Federation Bungalow style with a number of later style overlays. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on Tuscan columns set over piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The gable bay extends above the verandah and features a set of double hung sash windows. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by double hung sash windows. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1908 Birth on October 10, at ‘'Avondale’', Windsor-road, Richmond, to Mr. and Mrs. S.B. Mummery—a daughter. (reference)

1930 Legal. In the Bankruptcy Court. District of Western Australia. ...the matter of Sydney Benjamin Mummery, of Fremantle, Dentist, a debtor. ...Notice is hereby given that the above named Debtor, has executed a Deed of Assignment to Francis Alexander Jones… (reference)

1930 Auction. Trustee’s Realisation Sale. In the Assigned Estate of Sydney B. Mummery. Brick and Stone Residence. Windsor-Rd., East Fremantle. (reference)

1936 Vehicle Registration. 3910: Mr. K. Walters, 22 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Harley-Davidson. (reference)

1936 At the appropriation meeting in Group 5, Mr. A. W. Walters of East Fremantle, secured a free of Interest Loan of £400. (reference)

1939 Vehicle Registration. 43235: K. R. Walters, 22 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Standard utility. (reference)

1940 Vehicle Registration. 40702: A. W. Walters, 22 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Chevrolet M. sedan. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1908 - 1930: Mummery, Sydney B. (Dentist)

1933 - 1949: Walters, A. W.

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23 Windsor Road

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Federation / Interwar , Georgian Bungalow

No 23 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at a gable bay on the north elevation. It is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade is set between the posts. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and windows. The windows are double hung sash windows with sidelights. The roofscape features a pair of tall render capped chimneys. 

HISTORY

1910 Some Neighborly Amenities. At East Fremantle. Man gets the worst of it. At the Fremantle Police Court this morning, before Messrs, P. J. McLaren and S. Thomson, J.P.'s, Peter Mahon was presented on a charge of having assaulted Bridget Brady on July 22 at East Fremantle. Mr. Frank G. Unmack appeared for the prosecution. Bridget Brady, a married woman, said that she lived next door to Mahon in East Fremantle. Last Friday she saw him throwing sand over her children. She tried to protect them, and then he threw stones at her. (reference)

1928 Road Boards. Notice is hereby given that owing to the Withdrawal of Mr. L. W. Shearer's Nomination from the election to be held on Tuesday, 11th inst. no contest will be held for the Election of one member to fill the Vacancy in the Bicton Ward of the Melville Road Board…(reference)

1935 Shearer’s Garage. Nine years ago Mr. L. W. Shearer, a well-known East Fremantle resident, opened a small garage in Canning-road, near Petra-street, East Fremantle. His business has progressed to such extent that it is now located in modern and extensive premises a few doors from the original garage, which include a garage, repair shop, service station and showrooms. Mr. Shearer is assisted by his two sons, Messrs L. W. Shearer and L. R. Shearer, the latter a qualified electrician. (reference)

1935 The Friends of Mr. W. T. G. Weeden, of the Fremantle Harbour Trust, and Mrs. Weeden, of Windsor-road, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that the remains of their late dearly beloved eldest son, Frederick William, of 66 Lawley-crescent, Mt. Lawley, will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Karrakatta Cemetery. (reference)

1936 The Late Mr. J. Brady.The funeral of the late Mr. John Brady, of 47 Second-avenue. Mt. Lawley, and formerly of the Commonwealth Audit Department, took place in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle Cemetery on May 19. The late Mr. Brady was born in Fremantle and was the son of Mr Lawrence Brady and the late Mrs. Bridget Brady, who will be remembered as old residents of the Fremantle district. (reference)

1942 Death on December 11, at his residence, 23 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, William Thomas George Weeden, dearly beloved husband of Julia Weeden, loving father of Harold, May, Lionel, Harry and Jack (AIF) and the late Fred and Bertha, and fond grandpa of Bill and Ross; aged 83 years. (reference)

1944 Death on May 31, Marie Ann Bannister, of 23 Windsor-road, East Fremantle and formerly of Claisebrook-road, East Perth, widow of the late William David Bannister, formerly of the WA Government Railways; loving sister of Julia Weeden (East Fremantle), and fond aunt of Harold, May, Lionel, Harry and Jack Weeden (AIF): aged 85 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1920 - 1927: Brady, Mrs. Bridget

1928 - 1932: Shearer, L. W.

1933 - 1943: Weeden, W. T. G.

1944 - 1945: Weedon, Mrs. Julia

1946: Weedon, Mrs. Julia & Shaw, Edwin

1947 - 1949: Shaw, Edwin

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24 Windsor Road

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Inter-War, Bungalow w/ Federation & Arts & Crafts Influences

No 24 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. There is a substantial two storey addition to the rear. It is a very fine and unusual expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a full width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at gable bays at both ends. It is supported on timber posts. A timber balustrade spans between the posts. The gable bay extends above the verandah and features roughcast render detailing and a set of four casement windows. The entry door is located on the north elevation under the return verandah. The roofscape is a key part of the styling and features gables and tall rendered chimneys. The place sits on limestone foundations. The lower walls are face brick and upper walls are rendered.

HISTORY

1907 Mr. W. A. Murphy Chosen. A Quiet Poll. The election for the position of Mayor of Fremantle took place yesterday, and after an orderly and quiet poll, Sir W. A. Murphy was elected, securing 64 more votes than his opponent, Mr. Arthur Lucraft… (reference)

William Alfred Murphy (1 March 1858 – 11 October 1929) was an English-born Australian politician. Murphy moved to Fremantle in Western Australia around the time of the conclusion of his New South Wales parliamentary term. He worked for the Customs Department for eight years before going into business as a customs agent. He was Mayor of Fremantle from 1907 to 1909, and was a member of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly from 1910 to 1911, representing the electorate of Fremantle. He spent much time assisting charitable causes at Fremantle, where he was for some time secretary of the Ugly Men's Association. When he died he lived at 94 Hampton Road, Fremantle. (reference)

1907 Sparks of Sport. Mr. William A. Murphy, known in the “Government Gazette," as " Billy," and who will be known to posterity as Fremantle " Weak," has given up ball punching, and decorative fireworks as recreations, and taken on bowls. The spectacle of Billy “heading 'em" on the East Fremantle green, is the best advt. the game has ever received. (reference)

1930 The late Mrs. Muriel Amy Airey, wife of Mr. John Smith Airey (chief officer of the m.v. Koolinda, and of Windsor-road, East Fremantle), and daughter of Mr. G. P. Hall, of Adelaide, South Australia, died on Sunday last at the early age of 27 years. A particularly sad feature of her death was the fact that her husband was at sea at the time. (reference)

1932 In honor of the approaching marriage of their daughter Sheila to Mr. John S. Airey, Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Lightfoot, of Subiaco, recently entertained a number of friends at the Karrakatta Club Hall. (reference)

1932 Marriage of Miss Sheila Lightfoot, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Lightfoot, of Hamilton-road, Subiaco, to Mr. John S. Airey, son of Captain and Mrs. Airey, of Windsor-road, East Fremantle, was solemnised at St. George's Cathedral by Canon Collick on November 23. (reference)

1932 Mr. and Mrs. John S. Airey returned last week by the Katoomba after having spent their honeymoon in Sydney. (reference)

1933 On Monday evening Captain and Mrs. John Airey entertained a number of friends at the ball held on board the State m.v. Koolinda. Mrs. Airey received her guests wearing a frock of ivory satin and a crimson chiffon velvet cape. The party included Doctor and Mrs. Campbell Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Morris Samuels, Mr. and Mrs. H. Green, Mr. and Mrs. J. Naylor; Misses Daphne Smith and Toddles Dunn, and Messrs. Albert Page and Bill Dawson. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909: Murphy, William A.

1910 - 1912: South, Norman

1913 - 1917: Fontaine, Ernst F.

1918 - 1949: Airey, Capt. John J. J.

1965 Elsie Morrison lived at No 24 Windsor Road, she and her husband and children lived there until about 2009. In 1965 she was joint tenants with Eva Chalmers for the house next door at no 26 Windsor Road. Eva Chalmers was possibly the mother of Elsie Morrison.

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26 Windsor Road

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 26 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a full width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah extends across the gable bay. The gable bay features a pair of multi pane double hung sash windows. The entry door is south of the gable bay under the verandah. The door is flanked by a pair of multi pane double hung sash windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. The roofscape features a render capped chimney.

HISTORY

1932 Vehicle Transfer: 7212, James Wright to Nils Albin, 26 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Indian motor cycle. (reference)

1938 Few Clues To Help. When Nils Albin, of 43 Windsor-street East Fremantle, deckhand on the tug Uco, returned to his parked car at Victoria Quay Fremantle, late yesterday afternoon, he found a two months old baby boy and two parcels on the front seat. One parcel contained a woman's clothing and the other the baby's garments. The baby was alive and quite well. (reference) The babys mother was located but the story had a sad outcome (see photos and reference)

1942 Death on December 1, at her residence, 26 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Mary Ann Hines, dearly loved wife of James Hines, loving mother of May(Mrs J. Blenkinsop), and Ted; and fond grandma of Betty, Les and June; aged, 65 years. (reference)

2021- Bruce Abbott- My wife Bridget have been the residents since 1st February, 1969, when we were married, although we rented there until September 1969 when we purchased the property. We have been here for about fifty three years, making us the longest term owners by a long shot. We raised two sons here, who are now forty three years and forty one years of age.

I have a copy of a Newspaper advertisement from 1932 for the sale of the property which included a description of the house and stated that it was one half acre of land with a frontage to Gill street. This suggests that the house was built around that time. The house is setback about fifteen meters from the Windsor Road frontage, suggesting that the land, all half acre, was intact and had not been subdivided at that time.
The newspaper advertisement had hand written above the photocopy of the advertisement “September 1932, I purchased this house” however there was no name attached.

I also have a photocopy of the title deed after the land had been subdivided and when title was granted to the Hines family on September 1956. Furthermore I also have a statement of account from a real estate agent, indicating that the rear half of the property was sold in November 1956. Jame Hines was the vendor.

Correspondence June 2021.

RESIDENTS

1932: Albin, Nils (then lived 43 Windsor from 1938 - 1949—house was demolished to make court at Richmond Primary school)

1933 - 1943: Hines, Mrs.

1944 - 1956: Hines, John

1964-Edwin Hines died and his wife Eva became the owner

1965- bought by joint tenants, Elsie Morrison and Eva Chalmers. Elsie Morrison lived next door at No 24 Windsor Road, until about 2009. I think that Eva Chalmers was the mother of Elsie Morrison.

1966 the property was transferred to John Adams, a waterside worker.

1967-Sept 1969 the property was sold to Brian and Theresa Beresford. Brian Beresford was a shearer and was forced to sell after he sustained a farming injury that prevented him from working as a shearer.

Sept 1969- Bruce and Bridget Abbott ( still resident in 2021) paid $14,000 for the property. They are still living in the house- July 2021.

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28 Windsor Road

28 Windsor Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation Bungalow w Queen Anne Features

No 28 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The additions were carried out to the place in 1994. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts set over piers. The verandah terminates on a gabled bay on the north elevation. The front elevation features a prominent gabled roof, a set of casement windows and a corner suite. The entry door is located on the north elevation under the return verandah. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls rendered. The roofscape features rendered chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1932 Aren’t They lucky! ...10 Prizes at £10 Each... Mrs. W. Clements, 28 Windsor Road, East Fremantle. (reference)

1946 Death on April 22, at Hollywood, John Henry Thomas Murphy, No. 5631, Chief E.R.A., R.A.N., and 28 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, dearly beloved husband of Edith, beloved father of Norma and Judith; aged 49 years. (reference)

1946 Mrs. Edith Murphy and Daughters, of 28 Windsor-road, wish to thank all kind friends and relatives for floral tributes, telegrams, letters, cards and personal expressions of sympathy in the sad loss of their loved husband and father. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1937: Clements, William F.

1937 - 1940: Durack, Mrs. Imelda

1940 - 1949: Murphy, John H.

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30 Windsor Road

30 Windsor Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow Porch House with Art Modern Influences

No 30 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a part width hip roofed porch. The porch is supported on square piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The thrust bay features a pair of windows under a flat roofed sunhood. There is a central door flanked by a pair of windows. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

My grandparents John and Olive Birrell owned and lived in this house from about 1930 until 1975. I was pleased to see that the house is almost the same as what I remember and that it has not been demolished,

Please see the detailed story of Olive Birrell and her husband John under Notable People section. This was largely researched and written by Dianne Dench in 2020.

1931 Dear Auntie Kitty.—This is the first time I have written to you and I hope to be acknowledged as one of your many nieces. I am eleven years of age, and I am in Standard VI at Richmond State School. I have a little half-breed Pomeranian pup named Digger, which is a greyish color, and I have also a little black and white kitten whose name is Mitten. I am entering for the September Puzzle and hope to be among the lucky winners... Joan Smith, 30 Windsor-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

1943 Silver Wedding. Mr. and Mrs. J. Birrell wish to announce the 25th Anniversary of their Marriage which took place on March 20, 1918, at the Congregational Church, Beaconsfield, the Rev Jones officiating. Present address, 30 Windsor-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

1950 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. J. Birrell, of 30 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their second daughter, Ethel Mary, to Leonard, third son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Ball, of Fernihurnt, Wagin. (reference)

1951 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. O'Meagher, of "Omeo," Karragullen, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their youngest daughter, Doreen, to John Edward, only son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Birrell, 30 Windsor-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

Olive Birrell’s brother Frank Tourner Back (1896-1968) lived nearby at 34 Windsor Street from 1933-1968

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1975: Birrell, John and Olive

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34 Windsor Road

34 Windsor Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow Porch House with Arts & Crafts Influences

No 34 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is asymmetrically composed with a gable bay and a part width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on rusticated brick piers. The verandah terminates at the gabled bay. The gable bay features vents and a set of double hung sash windows. The gable is also rendered and jetties over the wall plane. There is a central door flanked by double hung sash windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. The roofscape features a brick chimney.

HISTORY

1923 An engagement of interest to South-West friends is that of Miss Mary Fowler, daughter of Chas. K. Fowler, of "Glen Mervyn," Preston, to Mr. Frank Tourner Back, only son of Edward W. T. Back, of Lily Street, South Fremantle. Both families are old Westralians. (reference)

1949 Among those whose caravan holiday was an unqualified success are Mr. and Mrs. Frank Back, of Fremantle, who recently returned from one of the most enjoyable vacations they have ever had. (reference)

1952 Death on December 12, at East Fremantle, Eileen Mary Jessie, dearly beloved wife of Frank T. Back, of 34 Windsor-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

1953 Speedster Was Open To The Charge. One of seven men fined in the Fremantle Traffic Court yesterday for having exceeded speed limits said that he thought he was outside the metropolitan area. ...Others fined were… Frank Back, of Windsor-road, East Fremantle… (reference)

1953 Mr. Frank Tourner back, of 34 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, 'wishes to thank sincerely all kind friends and relatives for floral tributes, telegrams, letters, cards and personal expressions of sympathy in the sad loss of his dearly beloved wife. (reference)

Frank Tourner Back (1896-1968) was the brother of Olive Birrell (nee Back)  who lived at number 30 Windsor Rd (1933-1975) See more about their family story under Notable People.

RESIDENTS

1928: Pringle, Mrs. Sarah

1929 - 1932: Morris

1933 - 1968: Back, Frank Tourner

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36 Windsor Road

36 Windsor Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 36 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in limestone, tuck pointed brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a part width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on steel posts. The southern verandah has been enclosed with frame construction. The verandah terminates at the gabled bay on the front elevation. The gable bay features vents, a pair of double hung sash windows and a sunhood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by a pair of double hung sash windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered.

HISTORY

1932 In loving memory of my dear sister, Elizabeth Ellis Jarman, who passed away February 21, 1931. (reference)

1934 Mr. E. J. Tomlin, Commonwealth Veterinary Officer, will leave for Wyndham on the motorship Koolinda today to supervise exports from the meat works. He will be accompanied by his wife. (reference)

1937 Body in Sea. That death was caused by drowning and that there was no evidence to show how deceased got into the water was the finding recorded by the Acting-Coroner (Mr. E. J. Tomlin, J.P.) in the Fremantle Courthouse last week at the conclusion of an inquest concerning the death of Helen Annie Stewart (52), single, boarding-house keeper, of Nairn-street, Fremantle, whose body was found floating in the sea at Fremantle, on October 9. (reference)

1946 A Victorian who is deserting his native State of Victoria to retire in W.A. is Commonwealth Veterinary Officer E. J. Tomlin, J.P., of East Fremantle. He will begin recreational leave next Thursday before retirement on July 12, his 65th birthday. Mr Tomlin qualified in veterinary science at Melbourne University, first came to W.A. in 1923 to set the grading of lambs at the W.A. Meat Export Works in South Fremantle. ...When Mr Tomlin first came to this State no pork was being exported, but in recent years hundreds of tons have been shipped away annually. Lamb export figures were expanding rapidly before the war, but declined on account of service requirements, shortage of labour and bad winters. Mr Tomlin has had varied activities, having been president of the North-East Fremantle R.S.L. for four years, member of the Crippled Children's Seaside Home Committee, and the Food for Britain appeal committee. He is fond of gardening and football, his favourite team being East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1928 - 1932: Jarman, Mrs. Elizabeth E.

1933 - 1934: Baird, Jack

1934 - 1949: Tomlin, E. J.

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Richmond Primary School

37 Windsor Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War (1921) / Arts & Crafts / Late Federation Influences

HISTORY

1925 Transfer of Richmond School H.T. Residents Indignant. East Fremantle residents in the vicinity of the new Richmond School are up in arms at the hint of the removal of the Head Teacher, Mr. Lewis, to Mundaring. Mr. Lewis has been at the school since its establishment, and has worked untiringly to further the interests of his scholars, with the result that the Windsor-road School is something to be proud of. The Parents' Association would move mountains to assist its progress, and has in the past performed prodigious tasks in its efforts to add to the advantages of their children. Mr. Lewis, by his co-operation, has earned their confidence, and now they feel that it is scarcely fair that the results of his pioneering should be placed beyond his appreciation… (reference)

1930 Notice to Citizens and Parents of Children Attending Richmond School, East Fremantle. It has frequently come to my knowledge that parents have requested their children to purchase their School Books and Requisites, .etc., from me, and they have been purchased elsewhere. Will parents kindly look inside book covers for my trade stamp. I have been repeatedly asked if my husband is in Government employment and do I receive the old age pension. Unfortunately, neither is true. I am not eligible for pension and I have only resided in the State 17 years, and at present I have no other means of living, and have an almost blind husband to support. A. Hills, Windsor-road, East Fremantle. (reference)

See Photo opposite from the Fremantle Library Historical photographic records no 3394: Richmond Primary School in 1936- students:

Back row: from left: Ted Bell; Harold Smith; Norman Charleston; Donald Jones; Cliff Brindle; Bob Leary; Colin Walker; Bill Smith. Second row: Don Tapper; Andy Aberli; Allan Wauhop; Jim Quinn; Jack Green; Len Swenson; Roy Brown; Doug Stewart; Keith Simpson; Ross Edwards; Bob Catanack. Third row: Audrey Kernick; Doris .....; Dorothy Webb; Thelma Burgland; Stella Lacey; Nancy Moss; Mavis Walter; Pat Hammer; Shirley Harper; Isabelle Howard; Marjorie Abbott; Margaret Owen; Ella Stammers; Dorothy Rochfort. Fourth row: Bill Waddell; Norman Gomb; .....; Dorothea Caird,; Annie Quinn; Pat Porter; Burdett Lloyd; Wilma Hutchings; Gay Higham; Winnie Hall; Isabelle Goodall; Noel Caple; .....; Doug Aberli. Front row: Phil Pearce; Gwen Jones; Alex Maru; Clem Moss; Tom Ellis; Peter Miller; Keith Wardle; John Gay; Doug Wheeler; .....; Ralph Farrington; Walter Murray; Ian Thompson.

1937 School Drains. Sequel to Diphtheria Cases. Towards the end of last year the incidence of diphtheria at the Richmond school, between Osborne and Windsor roads, East Fremantle, caused considerable anxiety to parents, who objected to the open drains from wash basins, which it was thought might have been a contributory factor. The member for North-East Fremantle (Mr. J. T. Tonkin) stated yesterday that he had received advice from the Public Works Department that approval had been given for the necessary expenditure to enable the waste water pipes to be connected with the sewerage system… (reference)

1937 "If great oaks from little acorns grow" East Fremantle will possess a dozen fine trees from acorns of the Royal Oaks in Windsor Park, England. Ten of the acorns are to be planted on the oval and two in the Richmond School grounds as part of the Arbor Day celebrations. Twenty other trees will be planted on the Oval and five others in the Richmond school grounds at the same time. (reference)

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40 Windsor Road

40 Windsor Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow Porch House 

No 40 Windsor Road is a single storey house constructed in painted brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a half timbered gable roofed porch. The porch is supported on square columns set on limestone piers. An addition has been constructed to the south in a similar style to the existing place. The roof of the addition extends over the thrust bay to act as a sunhood. There is front door is located under the porch and flanked by sets of casement windows. Lower walls are painted brick and the upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features a brick chimney.

HISTORY

1950 Death on March 13, at 40 Windsor-road, East Fremantle, Francis Walter Major, dearly beloved husband of Jessie, loved father of Nita (Mrs. N. Chandler, East Fremantle), and Frank (Bicton), fond father-in-law of Norman and Connie. fond step father of Jim and Jean McAllister, Ann and Don Pinnock, loved grandfather of Ron, Gay, Les, Cathryn, Robin, Peter, Ian, Laurel, Don and Douglas; aged 76 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1940 - 1950: Major, Frances W.

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