47 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 47 Oakover Street is a single storey house and shop constructed in rendered brick. The shop is classically derived with face brick and rendered walls, rendered parapets and a skillion corrugated iron roof. The house is in the Inter-War Bungalow style with rendered walls and a hipped tiled roof.
The shop is located on the south east lot boundary. It features a canopy that follows the line of the parapet. There is a corner entry flanked by display windows. The parapet is divided by pilasters and articulated with recessed panels.
The residence wraps around the corner shop. The Oakover Street elevation is set back from the street. The Fletcher Street elevation sits on the lot boundary. The front elevation has a full width hip roofed verandah supported on Tuscan columns. There is an offset entry door flanked by sets of casement windows. 

HISTORY

1936 Fremantle House Burgled. Notes and silver to the value of nearly £40 were stolen from the home of Mr. E. J. Kealley, at the corner of Oakover and Fletcher streets, East Fremantle, yesterday. The theft occurred while the house was left unoccupied between 2.45 p.m. and 9.30 p.m., two of the rooms being ransacked. Detective-Sergeant Parker Is making investigations. (reference)

1937 Motor Vehicle Registration. 33174, Mrs. S. Walker, 47 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. Chevrolet. (reference)

1939 Motor Vehicle Registration. 32518, E. A. Kealey, 47 Oakover-street, Fremantle. Morris Eight tourer. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1936: Dymock, Harry (mixed business)

1936 - 1945: Kealley, E. O. (mixed business)

1946 - 1949: Patterson, H. D. (mixed business)

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55 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Gable Porch House Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 55 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick house with a gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a full width skillion verandah supported paired steel posts. The southern half of the verandah has been enclosed in framed construction. There is a central gable over the verandah that marks the entry. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered.

HISTORY

1940 Death on August 31, at 112 John-street, North Fremantle, James Hossnan, of 55 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, late of Canning Dam and Sampson's Brook, loved husband of Lottie, and beloved father of William, George and Florence. (reference)

1942 Engagement. Marjorie June, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs P. Greer, of 55 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, to Pte Harry Chesterman, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hill, of Peel Estate. (reference)

1944 Marriage on March 25, at St. John's Church, Fremantle, by the Rev Holland, Harry Chesterman (AIF), eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hill, Mandogalup, to Marjorie June second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Greer, of 55 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1948 Utility Out of Control. Driver Killed; Four Persons Hurt. The driver of a utility truck was killed and four passengers were hurt when the vehicle got out of control and overturned in Fremantle Road, several miles from Armadale about 6 p.m. yesterday. Phibs Greer (58), of Oakover Street, East Fremantle. Concussion and lacerations. Detained at Royal Perth Hospital. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1938: Greer, Phillip

1939 - 1949: Greer, Phibbs

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57 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow w Georgian Influences

No 57 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a full width skillion roofed verandah supported on timber posts. A gabled porch is located at the centre of the verandah and marks the entry. There is a central door flanked by pairs of windows. The roofscape features a rendered chimney. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered brick.

HISTORY

1930 Mary Hansen, 57 Oakover-street, East Fremantle.”...The council man came to our place the other day with numbers for all the houses in the street. This was quite a relief, for mostly all our letters have been put in other people's letter-boxes. But now that we all have numbers, everything will be alright…” (reference)

1937 Washday Tragedy. Petrol Explodes in Tub. A finding that the deceased died at the Fremantle Hospital from severe shock following burns received through an explosion of petrol at her parents' home on February 8 was delivered by the Acting-Coroner (Mr. J. M Farrell, J.P.) in the Fremantle Courthouse yesterday, at the conclusion of an inquest concerning the death of Joyce Ethel Wright (3 1/2 years). Mr and Mrs James Henry Wright the parents of the little girl, who was their only child, reside at 57 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1941 Funeral Notice. The Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert E. Hobbs, of 57 Oakover-street  East Fremantle are respectfully informed that the remains of their late dearly beloved daughter Betty will be interred in the Anglican portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)

1942 Bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Hobbs and Family, of 57 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, sincerely thank all kind relatives and friends for personal expressions of sympathy letters, cards, telegrams, wreaths and beautiful flowers. Especially do they thank Dr. Einicovici and nursing staff of Corrigln Hospital. Dr. Dermer (Fremantle) and Father Quirk for their unfailing attention and personal kindness to their beloved daughter and sister Betty. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1936: Hansen, Alf. James

1936 - 1937: Middleton, Henry

1938 - 1940: Morris, Harry P.

1940 - 1949: Hobbs, Herbert E.

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58 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Gable Bungalow Porch House

No 58 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in painted brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The roof form has been modified. It is asymmetrically composed with a gable bay and a full width skillion verandah. The verandah is supported timber posts. A timber balustrade spans between the posts. The gable bay features a bay window with casement windows. There is a central door flanked by double hung sash windows. 

HISTORY

1933 Birth on December 19, at St. Florence Hospital, Subiaco, to Jack and Kathleen Mulcahy, 58 Oakover-street East Fremantle—a son. Both well. (reference)

1935 Death on October 30, Mary Storey, beloved aunt of Katty and Jack Mulcahy, of 58 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, and great aunt of baby Desmond. Requiescat in Pace. (reference)

1952 Death on Nov. 30, at Perth, John Francis Mulcahy, dearly beloved husband of Katherine Mulcahy, of 58 Oakover-street, East Fremantle loved, father of Desmond, Betty, Kathleen, John, Brian and Michael; aged 45 years. R.I.P. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1922: Smart, James

1924 - 1932: Evans, Charles

1933 - 1949: Mulcahy, John F.

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59 Oakover Street

59 Oakover Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow w Georgian Influences

No 59 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a full width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. A gabled roof is centrally located over the verandah. There is a central door flanked by replacement windows. The roofscape features a brick chimney.

HISTORY

1930 Houses, Etc., To Let. 59 Oakover-St., East Fremantle: Brick House, 4 rooms, vestibule, conveniences, 27/6 per week. (reference)

1932 Crossword Puzzle. No. 63 Competition. Continuation of Prize List. Well It's About Time, H.C. Cooling, 59 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1936 Installation Of Sewerage. J.6952. House No. 59 Oakover-st., Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1930: McGibbon, James

1931 - 1932: McGibbon, James & Coates, Hector

1933 - 1936: McKinley, Alfred T.

1936 - 1938: Mullins, Frank

1938 - 1949: Waters, William H.

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60 Oakover Street

60 Oakover Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Gable Porch House Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 60 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone and painted brick with a gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a full width skillion awning. A prominent gable extends above the awning. The front elevation features timbering to the gable and a pair of multi paned double hung sash windows. The building is set on the limestone foundations. The roofscape features a rendered chimney and finials.

HISTORY

1941 Colouring Contest. Last week's group winners were: Group 1 (up to 8 years): Iris Thacker, 60 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1946 For Sale. Large Cyclops Scooter for sale, in good order. Apply Sunday. 60 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1950 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. J. Thacker, 60 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their eldest daughter Mary, to Peter, second son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Chalmers, 1 Shuffrey-street, Fremantle. (reference)

1951 Engagement. Mr.and Mrs. J. Thacker, 60 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, wish to announce the engagement of their second eldest daughter, Iris, to William, second eldest son of Mr. and Mrs.J. Harrison, South Fremantle. (reference)

1953 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. J. Thacker, of 60 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their daughter, Betty, to Charlie, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Cordingley, of North Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1922: Cross, William

1923 - 1938: Walker, Mrs. Maria

1938 - 1949: Thacker, John

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62 Oakover Street

62 Oakover Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Gable Porch House Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 62 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with an offset bay windows flanked by a casement window. The front facade features a full width skillion awning. A prominent timbered clad gable extends above the awning. Hip roofed verandahs flank the gable. The verandah to the south has been enclosed. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1932 Thoughts. Thoughts do not need the wings of words To fly to any goal. Like subtle lightnings, not like birds, They speed from soul to soul. Hide in your heart a bitter thought—Still it has the power to blight; Think love, although you speak it not, it gives the world more light. —Sent in by Dorothy Gambie, 62 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1933 Out of My Post Bag. Dear Auntie Kitty, I am sending in the picture coloring, in which I hope to be successful. It has been a very dull day in Fremantle, and several times I thought we would have rain. We are at present having a holiday, and I am not very sorry. We have a little dog, and we call it Monty. Dad calls him Squibs, because he's so tiny, and how he'll hardly answer us to Monty. Our cat has two kittens now, and one was born with only three legs. But it doesn't seem to worry him much. I haven't seen any of my letters in print yet, so I hope this one will be. I have started to knit myself a jumper, though I doubt if I'll finish it -Your loving niece, Dorothy Gambie, 62 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1939 The Fremantle branch of the Country Women's Association will hold its monthly meeting on Friday at 2.30 p.m. in the Women's Service Guild Room, Market-street, Fremantle. Country visitors and delegates to the annual conference are invited to be present, former members of country branches, now resident in the Fremantle district, are asked to send their names and addresses to the secretary (Mrs. E. A. Gambie, 62 Oakover-street, East Fremantle). (reference)

1940 Strayed from 62 Oakover St., East Fremantle, Black and Tan Pekinese Female Pup. Reward to above address. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1922: Walker

1924 - 1934: Ganbia, John

1934 - 1941: Gambie, E. J.

1941 - 1943: Nelson, A.

1944 - 1949: Ruddiman, Mrs. Jessie M.

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64 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar California Bungalow

No 64 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick house with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a gabled roofed porch. The porch is supported on Tuscan columns set on piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the posts. The half-timbered thrust bay features a sunhood over a pair of double hung sashes and a picture window. There is a central door flanked by a pair of double hung sashes and a picture window.

HISTORY

Research on the history of this property is currently under way by the Museum of Perth in partnership with the Town of East Fremantle. If you have any stories or information about this property, please contribute in the comments below.

RESIDENTS

1941 - 1949: Naylor, Thomas

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65 Oakover Street

65 Oakover Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow Porch House

HISTORY

1930 New Registration Transfer. 19693: Wm. Cameron to Peter Casserly, 65 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, Chevrolet. (reference)

1940 Born on May 20, at Woodside Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Cormack, of Oakover-street, East Fremantle—a son (Darryl George). (reference)

1942 Death on April 18, at Fremantle, as the result of an accident, William John, beloved brother of Charles(65 Oakover-street, East Fremantle), fond brother-in-law of Ella, fond uncle of Clifford and Glenis; aged 37 years. (reference)

1942 Birth At Bundi Kudja, on July 2, to Mr. and Mrs. Williams, of 65 Oakover-street, East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)

1943 For Sale. Gent’s S/H Leather Overcoat, good condition. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1944 Wanted. Sedan Car, good tyres. Pay up to £200 cash. Apply 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1944 For Sale, Morris 1937 Sedan, FP £185, cash price £180. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1945 Lost and Found. Lost, Lady's Swansea Bike, green and mauve, No 10295, from Woolworth's Buildings £2 reward. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1946 For Sale. A Refrigerator, good condition. 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1947 Holiday Resorts. Wanted Mandurah. West Murray or Busselton Cottage, December 27 to Jan. 11. Williams, 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. L1549. (reference)

1949 Motors, Bicycles, Etc. Trailer, 16in. dise wheels, strong job, £25. 65 Oakover-st., E. Fremantle. (reference)

1951 For Sale. Boat, 15ft., clinker built, 3h.p. inboard motor, perf. cond., any trial. Ring L1549, Sat morning, or call 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle Sunday. (reference)

1952 For Sale. Ford Prefect, 1949, radio, perfect cond., £585. Ring L1549, Sat., 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. Weekend. (reference)

1952 For Sale. Austin A40 1950, wireless, sun blinds and extras, perfect condition, £775 cash, or offer. L1549 or 65 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1935: Casserley, M.

1938 - 1942: McCormack, George

1942 - 1949: Williams, Charles

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66 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar California Bungalow

No 66 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick house with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a gable roofed porch. The porch is supported on square columns set on piers. A brick and steel balustrade spans between the piers. The half-timbered thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a sunhood. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1941 Death of Hansen, Pte. R.O., killed in action, September 14, dearly beloved son of Frances and Alf Hansen, 66 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, brother of Mrs. F. Dwyer (Possie), Onslow, Alf (H.M.A.S. Perth), Betty and Georgina; aged 19 years. Our Bob. God's Will be done. (reference)

1941 Bereavement Notice. Mr and Mrs. A. Hansen and Family of 66 Oakover-street, East Fremantle wish to thank all kind relatives and friends for letters, telegrams, cards and personal expressions of sympathy extended to them in the sad loss of their beloved son and brother, Pte. Bob Hansen (A.I.F., abroad). Will all please accept this as a personal expression of sincere gratitude. (reference)

1943 Taken Prisoner In Sea Battle. Stoker Alfred J. Hansen went to Jamaica to join H.M.A.S. Perth, was one of the survivors when the Perth was sunk in the Battle of Java. He is now a prisoner of war in Japanese hands. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Hansen, of 66 Oakover Street, East Fremantle, received a postcard from Alfred last week with the news that he was not wounded and in excellent health. Stoker Hansen is 22. He joined the Navy in 1939, served on the Perth through the Crete period. His only brother, Bob, was killed in action at Tobruk in September, 1941. (reference)

1944 Engagement. The engagement is announced of Betty, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Hansen, of 66 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, to Albert Edward (RAN, overseas), youngest son of Mr. and the late Mrs F. J. Crandell, of Mullumbinby, NSW. (reference)

1945 Fever. Perth survivor. Stoker A. J. Hansen, in a letter to his mother, Mrs F. Hansen of 66 Oakover Street, East Fremantle, says that fever has been the main trouble in his camp. He has been flown to Siam. (reference)

1945 Tobruk Victim's Brother Freed. Woman who lost a son in Tobruk has received word that her other son had been freed from a Japanese prison camp. She is Mrs F. Hansen of 66 Oakover Street, Fremantle. She received a cable yesterday from her son, Stoker Alfred J. Hansen saying that he is safe in India. Son lost in Tobruk was Private Robert Hansen, of the 2/28th Battalion. Stoker Hansen was on H.M.A.S. Perth when it was sunk, was posted missing. Eight months later his mother was informed that he was a prisoner of war. Now 25, Stoker Hansen was educated at Fremantle Boys' School. (reference)

1946 Marriage Postponed. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Hansen, of 66 Oakover street, East Fremantle, regret to announce that the wedding of their daughter Betty and A./B. A. E. Crandell, which was to have taken place on Saturday, April 20, has now been postponed until further notice owing to cancellation of leave. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1941 - 1949: Hansen, Alfred J. and Betty

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70 Oakover Street

70 Oakover Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow W/ Arts & Crafts Influences

No 70A Oakover 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. It is asymmetrically composed with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on square columns set on piers. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the piers. A prominent gable extends above the verandah. There are central doors flanked by double hung sash windows. The roofscape features a brick chimney.

HISTORY

1931 Birth on May 27, at St. Helen's, Moss street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Hughes, 70 Oakover-street—a daughter. (reference)

1935 Harbor Worker Hurt. A lacerated scalp was sustained by William Hughes (38), carpenter, of 70 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, when he was struck violently on the head by an iron girder on North Wharf today. The girder was being moved into position by an electric crane. His condition is serious. (reference)

1941 Lounge Suite, 3-pce. (moquette) good condition; also oak cot. Accept reasonable offer. After 6 p.m. 70 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1943 Livestock, Vehicles, Etc. Chestnut Pony, good boy's hack, worth inspecting. 70 Oakover-st. East Fremantle. Saturday after 10 am. (reference)

1947 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. F. Wood, of Cleopatra street, Palmyra, wish to announce the engagement of their only daughter, Yvonne, to Ronald, only son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Hughes, of 70 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1949 Wedding Anniversary. The son and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Hughes, 70 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, wish to announce the 25th Anniversary of their parents' Wedding, solemnised at St.Paul's Church, Beaconsfield, by the late Rev. F. Bowen, on August 30, 1924. (reference)

1953 Negligent Driving. William Joseph Hughes of Oakover-street, East Fremantle was fined £3 for having driven negligently in Walcott-street, Mt. Lawley, on July 2. (reference)

1954 Situations Wanted. Reg. Builder (carpenter), contract or day work. Plans, specs. prepared. Hughes, 70 Oakover-st., East Prementle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1922: Cross, James

1923: Monkhouse, Clarence Roy

1925 - 1928: Donaldson, Venice

1929 - 1949: Hughes, William J.

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72 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Bungalow Porch House W/ Arts & Crafts Influences

No 72 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in painted brick and rendered brick house with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with a gable bay and a part width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on stout piers. A limestone balustrade frames a porch area. The verandah roof extends over the gable bay. The gable bay features a bay window. The entry door is located on the north elevation under the porch. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1930 Daisy Filmer, 72 Oakover-street, East Fremantle.—”I am writing to thank you for the nice book which you sent me. I have started to read it, and 1 am enjoying it very much. I got a surprise to find I had won the prize. I didn't get it till Wednesday, so I couldn't write to thank you till today. I was glad to see my letter in the paper yesterday when we got it. Isn't it wet today? I would like very much to have Audrey Letch for a pen-friend. I am enclosing 6d for the cot fund. Our sweetpeas are coming out, not mine, but mummy's, and they do look pretty when a lot are out. This is all the news I have at present, so I will close with love to you and your Sunshiners.'' (reference)

1932 Welcome New Sunshiners. Helen Filmer, 72 Oakover-street, Fremantle. (reference)

1932 Motor Vehicle transfer. 5204: E. Sarah to J. F. Filmer, 72 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. Ford. (reference)

1941 Birth on August 13, at Sister Bathgate's, to Maude and Jack Stammers, 72 Oakover-street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Kaye Patricia). (reference)

1943 General. Lost, Lady's Gold Wristlet Watch, inscribed "To Maude, etc." on back, vicinity 72 Oakover-st., reward returning to above address. (reference)

1950 Cats, Dogs, Etc. Healthy pure bred Cocker Spaniel Puppies, 6 for sale, m. £3/3/, f. £2/2/. 72 Oakover-st., East Fremantle, L3556. (reference)

1950 Musical Instruments. Wanted Player Piano, stool and rolls. good order. 72 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. L3556. (reference)

1953 For Sale. Refrig. Prestcold, elec. motor, £60, bargain, good order. 72 Oakover-st., East Ftle. (reference)

1953 Gift for Museum. It was decided at Fremantle yesterday to form two committees to discuss proposals to convert the historic Roundhouse into a museum, with emphasis on nautical links with the early history of the State. Situated on Arthur's Head at the end of busy High-street, the Roundhouse was built in 1831 and is the oldest public building in the State. During the meeting, Mr. Samson produced a 150-year-old ivory marlin spike which had been sent for the proposed museum by Mr. Arthur Dannatt, of Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1953 Houses and Land Wanted. Exchange this b/t house for roomy place close Perth. 72 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1953 Houses and Land Wanted. Wanted House, West Perth, could repair, private buyer, urgent. Dannatt. 72 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1922: Freeman, Edward

1924: White, Bruce

1926 - 1937: Filmer, John Francis

1937 - 1939: Stephens, Cyril

1939 - 1943: Stammers, John

1944 - 1949: Stammers, Mrs. Maud G.

1953: Dannatt, Arthur.

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73 Oakover Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar Gable Porch House Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 73 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick house with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a central gable thrust bay flanked by skillion roofed verandahs. The gable bay features a pair of double hung sash windows under a sunhood. The verandahs are supported on timber posts set on masonry piers. A masonry balustrade spans between piers. The entry door is located on the north elevation under the verandah. The roofscape features finials.

HISTORY

1916 Eric Edwin Aitken (Regimental Number 7359). Occupation- Painter and Signwriter. 73 Oakover Street, East Fremantle, Western Australia. Married. Age at embarkation 29. Next of Kin, Wife, F.M. Aitken of Victoria Avenue, North Fremantle. (NAA Record)(AIF Record)

1930 For Sale. Carpenter’s Bench, a bargain, to-day. 73 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1934 Fishing Rods, good, cheap. 73 Oakover-st., East Fremantle, after 6 p.m. (reference)

1937 Installation of Sewerage. 1142/23. House, No. 73 Oakover-street, East Fremantle (reference)

1944 Crippled Children’s Seaside Home Society. Result of Raffles. Load of Wood: 700, E. Schnaars, 73 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1930: Aitken, Mrs. Florence M.

1931 - 1936: Aitken, Eric Edwin

1936 - 1938: Caddy, Frank H.

1938 - 1940: Thomas, Robert

1940 - 1949: Schnaars, Steven F.

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74 Oakover Street

74 Oakover Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Half Hip Porch House w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 74 Oakover Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with an offset gable roofed porch. The half-timbered porch is supported on Tuscan columns set on rendered piers. A balustrade spans between the piers. The porch is flanked by sets of casement windows under tiled awnings. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. The roofscape features a brick chimney. A set of masonry steps leads from the porch to the verandah.

HISTORY

1939 General. Lost. Racing Bicycle Wheel. Friday night, Oakover-st. Please return 74 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. Reward. (reference)

1939 Motors, Bicycles, Etc. For sale, £3/10/, Rex Acme Motor Cycle, 32 good tyres and tubes. Apply 74 Oakover-st., East Fremantle (Sunday). (reference)

1945 For Sale. Child’s Car with dicky seat, suit child 3-6 years. Reconditioned, as new. Apply 74 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1949 Motors, Bicycles, Etc. Chrysler 66 Roadster, sound throughout, good appearance, £240 or best offer, owner buying new car, 74 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1949 Motors, Bicycles, Etc. Chrysler 66 Roadster, sound throughout, smart appearance, well shod, must sell, bargain. £160. 74 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1936 - 1949: Wilson, Jack W.

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76 Oakover Street

76 Oakover Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Bungalow with Federation Influences

No 76 Oakover Street is a single-storey house constructed in rendered brick house with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a part-width hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on Tuscan columns over a balustrade wall. The north section of the verandah has been enclosed. The half-timbered gable features a pair of double hung sash windows under a sunhood. There is a centrally located front door flanked by windows. The windows appear to be replacements.

HISTORY

1937 Situation Vacant. Wanted. Girl, light housework, sleep in or out. Apply at once, 76 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1938 Situations Vacant. Tuckpointer and painter. 76 Oakover-st., East Fremantle, 8 a.m. (reference)

1944 Death on July 7, at East Fremantle, Ellen Frances Harrington, of 76 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, widow of the late William Florence Harrington; loved mother of William and the late Monica Harrington; fond mother-in-law of Alice; loved sister of Thomas Sutherland; fond aunt of Gertie and Francie, and dear grandmother of James, Monica, Joan, Gerardine, Margaret and Michael Harrington; aged 79 years 11 months. Requiescat in pace. (reference)

1946 Situation Wanted. Gardener, Lawns Hedges cut, anywhere. Apply Maguire, 76 Oakover-st., Fremantle East. (reference)

1950 Funeral Notice. The Funeral Cortege of the late Mr. Thomas Sutherland, of Nedlands, is appointed to leave the residence of his nephew, 76 Oakover-street, East Fremantle… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1949: Harrington, William H.

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Inter-War Bungalow Porch House

No 77 Oakover 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. It is asymmetrically composed with a central gable bay flanked by a hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The gable bay features a window under a sunhood. The entry door is located on the south elevation under the verandah. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

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1934 Birth on March 26, at St. Helen's Private Hospital. East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Holt, of 77 Oakover-street, East Fremantle—a son. (reference)

1937 Birth at St. Helen's, Moss-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs W. Holt, of 77 Oakover Street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Elizabeth Rae). (reference)

1947 Death on Mar 3, suddenly, at Fremantle, Margaret Bell, dearly beloved wife of the late Archie Bell, beloved mother of Peggy (Mrs. W. Holt), loved mother-in-law of William, 77 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, darling Nana of Lesley, Kenneth, Rae and Terence; aged 78 years. The long day closes. We will always love you, Nana dear. (reference)

1953 General. A basket, contain purse, sand-shoes and shorts. Return 77 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. Reward. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1949: Holt, William

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Inter-War Bungalow Porch House with Art Deco / Arts & Crafts Influences

78 Oakover Street is a single-storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Art Deco style. The place has been extensively modified in the 21st century. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gabled bay, a stone clad porch and a part-width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts set on piers. The verandah stops at the porch. The gable bay features a curved bay window under a flat roofed awning. The entry door is located under the porch and is flanked bay windows. The windows comprise casement and fixed lights. The porch and bay window are later additions. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1941 Birth on December 12 at Hillcrest Hospital to Syd and Joy of 78 Oakover-street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Mara Diane). Both well. Strictly no visitors. (reference)

1946 Star Caravans. S. E. Main,  78 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1949 Mr. S. E. Main, started a "backyard factory" at East Fremantle. Today he is the proprietor of a rapidly expanding motor-body-building business with assets exceeding £15,000. Although in general the story of Mr. Main's success follows the local-boy-makes-good pattern there are some unusual angles. (reference)

1950 Taxation Claim. Writ Issued For £8,095. The Deputy-Commissioner of Taxation, through the Commonwealth Crown Solicitor, has issued a Supreme Court writ against Sydney Ernest Main, engineer and caravan builder, of Oakover-street, East Fremantle, claiming £8.095/9/10 as a debt due by the defendant for sales tax and group income tax deductions from employees' wages, and additional tax for late payment of tax and additional tax for the late lodgment of returns. (reference)

1950 In the Court of Bankruptcy District of Western Australia of 1950: Re: Sydney Ernest Main, of 78 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. Engineer and Caravan Builder. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1940 - 1949: Main, Mrs. E.

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Inter-War / Post-War Bungalow with English Vernacular Influences

No 80 Oakover Street is a single-storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a gable roofed porch. The porch extends north and acts as a verandah. It is supported on masonry columns set on limestone piers. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a sunhood. A broad set of concrete stairs leads from the porch to the garden. The place sits on a limestone foundation. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features brick chimneys.

HISTORY

1948 Birth on February 13, at San Hedren, to Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Hogg, of 80 Oakover-st., East Fremantle—a daughter (Pamela Margret). No visitors for five days. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1938 - 1939: Vacant

1939 - 1949: Hogg, Eric A.

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Inter-War Bungalow Porch House

No 82 Oakover Street is a single-storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a hip roofed porch. The porch is supported on square columns set on piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The porch roof extends over the thrust bay. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows. The place is set on limestone foundation. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1940 Rowland Charles Bradury, died July 26 on active service, leading-seaman, R.A.N., dearly beloved brother and brother-in-law of Owen and Liz dear Uncle of Nellie; aged 40 years. We will always remember you, dear brother. Inserted by O. Bradbury, 82 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1949 Morris 8/40 sports Tourer, today and Sunday til noon. 82 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1941 - 1945: Bradbury, Owen & Morton, Robert

1946: Bradbury, Mrs. Elizabeth R.

1947 - 1949: Gray, R. R.

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Inter / Post-War Bungalow Porch House

No 84 Oakover Street is a single-storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust gable bay and a gable roofed porch. The porch is supported on brick columns over a brick balustrade. The elements are all detailed in brick and barges. The guttering contributes to the detail. The porch is flanked by casements and fixed lights under tiled awnings.

The place is set on limestone foundations.

HISTORY

"My Grandfather James (Jim) Bourke and Grandmother built this house from scratch just after the WWII. (I still have documents pertaining to the loan). My Grandfather was a foreman on the wharf and held office in the Fremantle Lumbers Union and is buried with my Grandmother in the Fremantle Cemetery. My father married my mother and raised 6 children in the house. I had a very happy childhood at this place with my two brothers and three sisters climbing the trees, looking after the chooks and getting up to general mischief under the watchful eye of conservative neighbours. The mortar between the bricks lacked lime to bind it together and my father was continually mixing cement to replace the mortar was it wore away in the 1960s and 70s probably due to post wartime shortages with rapid development. Additions to the house were undertaken about 1966 with a rumpus room added at the same time that the suburb received infill sewage. As a boy my father told me that Mr Tom Fox MLA was great friend with my Grandfather and Grandmother and lived adjacent at the end of the house block. Beyond that it was just bush!"

Patrick Bourke 2019

1944 Holiday Resorts. Wanted, one or two unfurn Rooms, use of kitchen, suitable mother and 2 children. Write 84 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

1946 After 45 years' residence on the goldfields, Mrs. L. E. Goddard, is leaving to make her home with old friends, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Bourke, of 84 Oakover street, East Fremantle. During her long years here, Mrs. Goddard has made many friends and has taken an active part in community work. (reference)

1946 Lost and Found. Lost from 84 Oakover-st., East Fremantle, 1 white Cockatoo. Tuesday evening. Reward. (reference)

1950 General. Lost at East Fremantle, gent's gold Wristlet Watch. Finder please communicate 84 Oakover-st., East Fremantle. Reward. (reference)

1952 Engagement. The engagement is announced between Eileen May, only daughter of Mrs. Eileen Major and the late Mr. Major, of Gwalia, to Joseph, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. Bourke, of 84 Oakover-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

1953 Funeral. The Funeral Service of the late Mr. James Edmund Bourke, of 84 Oakover-street, East Fremantle, will take place in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1941 - 1949: Bourke, J.

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