35 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Bungalow Porch House

No 35 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in roughcast rendered brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with an offset gabled entry porch. The porch is set on paired timber posts. There is an offset front door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and a casement window. There is a set of casement windows protected by a tiled sunhood. The roofscape features a rendered chimney. Originally the lower walls were face brick and the upper walls roughcast render. The lower walls have been rendered.

HISTORY

1928 For sale. Black Orpington Roosters, carefully bred, laying strain, large egg, 10s. 6d. 35 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1929 Registration. 16791: Lila Gladys Harper, 35 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, Whippet. (reference)
1934 Birth on October 12, at St. Helen's Private Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grigg, of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a daughter. (reference)
1939 The engagement is announced of Aleix (Jimmy), younger daughter of Mr. O. Carlson, of Ord-street, Fremantle, to Maurice A., younger son of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Cairnie, of Dalgety street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Embossed Cloque. The lovely ivory satin, used for the bridal gown worn by Miss Aleix Marie (Jimmie) Carlson for her wedding to Maurice Albert Cairnie, was a gift from the bride's aunt and the material is twenty years old. The frock was designed with uplift bodice and swathed hipline, forming a bustle at the back. She wore a top-knot to hold her veil in place, and carried gladioli and roses. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. O. Carlson, of Ord-street, Fremantle, and the groom the only son of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Cairnie, of Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1945 Birth on October 4 to Jimmie and Maurie Cairnie—a son (Ross Hunter). Both well. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1925: Wroth, Forrest

1926: McKee, William

1927 - 1933: Harper, Mrs. L. G.

1934 - 1935: Grigg, Jack

1936 - 1939: Henry, Arthur L.

1940 - 1941: Cairnie, William

1942 - 1946: Walkerden, Mrs. E. L.

1947 - 1949: McKenzie, R.

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36 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

36 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow Porch House

No 36 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 California Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with thrust gable bay and a half timbered gabled entry porch. The porch is set on paired timber posts that rest on masonry piers. The half timbered gable bay features a set of casement windows under a sunhood. There is central door flanked by casement windows. The roofscape features a brick chimney.

HISTORY

1932 Birth on May 4, at Nurse Bathgate's, Staton-road, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Jones, 36 Dalgety-street—a son. (reference)
1934 Alterations and additions at the following houses for the Workers' Homes Board. No. 36 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1936 Birth on January 18, at home, to Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Jones—a daughter (Valma Mary). Both well. (reference)
1942 Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Jones, of 36 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, wish to thank all kind friends for letters, cards, telegrams and floral tributes in their recent sad bereavement. Will all please accept this as a personal expression of gratitude and sincere thanks. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1928 - 1949: Jones, Alfred

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37 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

37 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 37 Dalgety Street -‘Corindhap’- is a single storey house constructed in tuck pointed brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full width return hipped roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. There is a tall half-timbered gable with rough cast render over the front rooms. The front facade features a lead light casement window and a corner suite window. The entrance door is on the north elevation under the return verandah. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1931 The South Fremantle Ladies' Hockey Club held another very enjoyable outing last Sunday, about 90 enthusiastic young people filling three lorries which journeyed to Serpentine. The event of the day was a hockey match-Boys v. Girls. The boys say they won by 3-2, but the girls know different. However, the boys made a fair effort under the able leadership of Mr. Keith Dixon, supported by: G.Constantine… (reference)
1932 Death on February 28, at the Fremantle Hospital, Henry Leonard Reilly, dearly beloved husband of Anne Reilly, of 37 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, and loving father of Herbert Cecil, Harold John and Howard Vincent; in his 70th year. (reference)
1932 East Fremantle Football Club -Various toasts were honored during the evening and many sterling tributes were paid to the service given the club by the late Mr. H. L. Reilly, who died recently. He was vice-president. The adoption of the report was moved by Mr. W. H. Kitson, M.L.C., who pointed out that, socially, and from the administrative standpoint, as well as on the playing field, East Fremantle had proved a splendid model...The president referred to the death of Mr. Reilly and members stood in silence as a mark of respect. Mr. Doig described the deceased as a great worker for the club, and one who was esteemed not only by its members, but throughout football and business circles. (reference)
1938 Fremantle Mercantile Games. Following is the draw for the fourth set of matches in the second round of the Fremantle Mercantile Cricket Association's competition to be played today at 2.30 pm…East Fremantle v. C.B.C. Old Boys...The following players have been selected to play the Perth Mercantile Association…G. Constantine… (reference)
1941 The Fremantle A.L.P. District Council has been officially notified that at a meeting of the Federated Clerks' Union held on Thursday, March 13, a resolution was carried relating to the recent returning of the credential of Mr. G. L. Constantine. The resolution read: "That the decision of the Fremantle District Council A.L.P. to return the credential of Mr. G. L. Constantine he upheld and that Mr. S. F. Schnaars be appointed delegate in his stead." (reference)
1945 Death on February 4, at her residence ‘Corindhap’, 37 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, Annie Reilly, widow of the late Henry Leonard Reilly and loving mother of Herbert Cecil (internee Singapore) and Howard Vincent Reilly (RAAF); aged 81 years. Privately interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery… (reference)
1947 Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Constantine, of 37 Dalgety street, East Fremantle, have pleasure in announcing the engagement of their youngest daughter Dollie Mae to James Philip Fuller, North Perth. (reference)
1948 Wedding on January 12, at Perth, Dollie Mae, youngest (daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Constantine of 37 Dalgety street, East Fremantle, to James Philip Fuller, of North Perth. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1931: Reilly, Henry Leonard

1932 - 1946: Reilly, Mrs. Ann

1947 - 1949: Constantine, G. L.

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38 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

38 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Diagonal Plan Bungalow

No 38 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in tuck pointed brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade runs between the posts. The verandah terminates at a thrust bay on both ends. The half-timbered gable bays feature sets of three casement windows and sunhood.

HISTORY

John Hart (1887 - 1961) operated a mechanics and garage at 91 Canning Highway East Fremantle from 1926- 1960s. He married Minetta Ermyntrude Acton/Smith in 1927.

1931 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mrs. Florence Smith, relict of the late Arthur Henry Smith, and loving mother of Louisa (Mrs. W. Reid) and Minnetta (Mrs. J. Hart), are respectfully notified that her remains will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. J. Hart, 38 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1943 The engagement is announced between Nancy, only daughter of Mrs. John Hart, 38 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, and the late Mr. John Acton, to Walter, youngest son of Mr. and the late Mrs. Membery, of Patumahoe, New Zealand. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1960s: Hart, John

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39 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

39 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 39 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. The building was originally an expression of the Art Deco style. It has since been modified with Federation Bungalow style influences. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a part width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. The verandah extends over the thrust bay to act as a sun hood. It has also been extended to the south to form a carport. The original verandah on the north side of the house has been removed. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. Original windows have been replaced with casement and fixed lights. Walls were rendered at a later date. The roofscape features rendered chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1921 A New Silver Link. Milgun Station, via Peak Hill. Dear Aunt Mary, Mother thinks it would be nice for me to be a member of the Silver Chain, so I am writing to ask you if you would have me as a link. I enclose ls in stamps for my subscription. I am eight year old, but I have not been to school yet, mother teaches me at home. I have three sisters, my eldest sister is away at school, she is 10 years old and in the third standard. I have four pet lambs, and a pet goat. The goat pulls a cart so I take my two little sisters for a ride sometimes. No more news this time, with love to all the little sick children and nurses. I remain your, loving little nephew, Geoffrey Skeahan. (reference)
1939 Miss Marjory Fletcher, of South Fremantle, whose engagement to Mr. Geoffrey Skeahan, of East Fremantle, was announced during the week. (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 Douro 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)

Geoffry’s parents live at 56 Dalgety St. 1933 - 1946.

1943 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Edmund Fletcher, of 39 Dalgety Street, East Fremantle, formerly horse owner and trainer, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Anglican portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave his late residence, 39 Dalgety Street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1943 Death on November 29, at Fremantle, Edmund (Ted) Fletcher, dearly beloved husband of Florence Edith Fletcher, of 39 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle; loved father of Edna (Mrs F. Hart), Marjory (Mrs G. Skeahan), Dorothy (Mrs L. Le Llevre). Edmund (RAN). Edie and Betty… (reference)
1943 The Late E. Fletcher. The death occurred yesterday of Edmund Fletcher, who had been actively associated with the turf in this State over a great number of years. Hailing originally from Victoria, where he had a good deal of success as a trainer, he raced many horses on Perth courses prior to going to the goldfields a little over 25 years ago. Returning to Fremantle with a smart sprinter named Green Baron, he won several races with that gelding. Later he raced Brownface and Flaming Star. With Brownface he won the Goldfields Newmarket in 1927 and with Flaming Star he won the Hannans Handicap in 1932. The last horse to carry his colours was Gunga Das, who in addition to winning races on the flat was also a successful hurdler. Of a quiet, unassuming nature, he had a wide circle of friends who will regret his passing. (reference)
1948 Inquest Debate On Death Drug Control. The question of whether the supply of sedative and hypnotic drugs of the barbiturate group should be controlled was keenly debated by a number of doctors and chemists at an inquest in Perth Courthouse this week… Chemist John Geoffrey Skeahan and dispenser John Gunning considered that prescriptions should be marked with the number of times they were to be repeated and the number of times they had been repeated. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1942 - 1949: Skeahan, Geoffrey

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40 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

40 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Californian Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 40 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 California Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a gable thrust bay and a part width gable verandah. The verandah features a broad arch carried on battered piers. There is a central front door flanked by casement windows. The thrust bay features casement windows under a sunhood. Face brickwork is to sill height and the upper walls are rendered. A checkerboard band runs at wall plate height. To the north there is an integral garage with a curved parapet.

HISTORY

1939 Birth on January 15, at the Woodside Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Clack, of 40 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a son. Both well. (reference)
1942 Marriage on September 26, at St. Mark's Church, Palmyra by the Rev Quirk, Lillian Osternes to Peder Olsen. (reference)
1946 I, Peder Inginius Olsen, of Williams-rd. Armadale in the State of Western Australia, Dairy Farmer of Norwegian nationality, born at Trom Norway and resident five years in Australia now residing at Williams-rd. Armadale intend to apply for Naturalisation under the Nationality Act… (reference)
1947 Fremantle District Council...Mr. E. Holmes was nominated for the Fremantle Hospital Board. (reference)
1952 Death on July 24, suddenly at Fremantle, Lillian Sophia Olsen, dearly loved wife of Peder Olsen, of 40 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle...A tribute inserted by committee and members, Navy Club, Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1937 - 1938: Vacant

1938 - 1942: Clack, George R.

1942 - 1949: Holmes, E.

1952 Olsen, L

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41 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

41 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation Bungalow and Federation Free Classical

No 41 Dalgety Street is a single storey shop and attached house. The place is constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the both the Federation Free Classical style (shop) and Federation Bungalow style (house).
The shop has a corner entrance with a pair of three panel doors. The door is flanked on each street frontage by timber framed display windows. There is a suspended skillion roofed canopy over these openings. A rendered parapet wall extends above the canopy and features an entablature that includes dentils. The masonry has been painted. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1938 The Late Mr. Bernard McCloskey, storekeeper, of East Fremantle, died at his residence, 41 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, on Tuesday last and the funeral took place yesterday morning at Fremantle Cemetery, where the remains were interred in the Roman Catholic portion… Mr. McCloskey. who was born at Claudy, Co. Derry, Ireland in 1864, came to Australia when 21 years of age, and spent 10 years in Melbourne before coming to Western Australia. On arriving in this State he settled in Fremantle and had resided there for the past 42 years. He entered the service of the Gaols Department in 1895 and rose to the rank of principal warder, from which he retired after 26 years' service. He then took an extended trip to his homeland and on his return commenced business on his own account as a grocer in Dalgety-street, East Fremantle. He also purchased the wholesale Jute and Bag Store, trading under the name of Whitford and Co., Henry-street, Fremantle, and he was actively interested in both enterprises until the end of last year, when ill-health compelled his retirement. He was a prominent friendly society member and was a past district president for this State of the H.A.C.B.S., with which he was closely and actively associated for 53 years. Mr. McCloskey was of genial and charitable disposition, and his quiet and unobtrusive support of many worthy causes afforded him a great deal of satisfaction, and he will be sadly missed. Mr. McCloskey was also well known in the Hines Hill district where he had farming interests for some years. He leaves a wife, one son, one daughter and three grandchildren to mourn their loss. (reference)
1942 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mrs. Mary Agnes McCloskey, late of 41 Dalgety-Street, East Fremantle, widow of the late Bernard McCloskey, are respectfully informed that her remains will be privately interred in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle Cemetery... (reference)
1946 Death on September 11 at Fremantle, Elizabeth Mary Elliott, dearly beloved wife of Robert James Elliott, of 41 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle, loving mother of Kevin, and fond stepmother of Murray, Les, Cyril and Wallie. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1925 - 1938: McCloskey, Bernard (grocer)

1938 - 1940: McGlosky, Mrs M. A. (grocer)

1940 - 1946: Elliott, R. J. (mixed business)

1947: Loukes & Nicholas (mixed business)

1949: Loukes, Frank (mixed business)

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52 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

52 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w/ Art Deco Influences

No 52 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a fine and eclectic expression of the Inter-War Art Deco style. Its key feature is a flat roofed entry porch on the corner. The porch is supported on Tuscan columns surmounted by a decorative gable. The front door is located on the corner and set deep in an alcove within stepped reveals. The remaining walls have casement and fixed light windows. The window on the north elevation has a flat roofed sunhood. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1935 Fremantle Rowing. Club fours over a half a mile course at Bicton were conducted by the Fremantle Rowing Club for trophies donated by the president of the club (Mr. R. S. Jeffrey’s) this afternoon. During the afternoon a new 'four' was christened K. T. F. Lewis in honour of a past captain of the club...Results-Third heat: J. Jeffreys... (reference)
1946 Death on November 21, at Subiaco, Alfred (Fred) Fry, loved uncle of Jean and Jack Jeffreys and great uncle of Lynette of 52 Dalgety-street East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 Birth at St. Helen's, on Saturday, September 27 to Jean and Jack Jeffreys, of 52 Dalgety street, East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1951 Birth on March 24, at St. Helen's Hospital, to Jean and Jack Jeffreys, 52 Dalgety-street, East Fremantle—a son (Peter John). Both well. (reference)
“They had actually had 4 children, 3 girls and a boy. (The middle two are listed here.)
They had two dogs Rex (who probably has many descendants around the place from what I’m told ) and later on Boots.
My grandparents owned a shop and the garage (where Muzz Buzz was- demolished to make the new High St/Stirling highway interchange). My grandfather won a commonwealth medal and other family members were all prominent rowers. He died of a heart attack at the river, at a rowing meet where he was an official… My great grandparents also lived in east Freo”. Bree Bee, Facebook post 2022
“Know it well, we lived in Irwin Street and our fathers worked together at Burns Philp”. Roger Smith.

RESIDENTS

1939 - 1941: Drysdale, Mrs Agnes F.

1941 - 1951 Jeffreys, John E.

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54 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

54 Dalgety Street (map)

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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)