166 Canning Highway

December 31, 2018

ARCHITECTURE

No 162-172 Canning Highway is a set of single storey shops constructed in rendered masonry with skillion metal deck roofs. The roofs are skillion roofs behind a rendered parapet wall. It is a good example of the Federation Free Classical style. The place is a set of six shops with a full width, return skillion roofed awning. The awning is suspended off the front facade. A parapet wall extends above the awning. Parts of the parapets are treated with classical entablatures. All shops retain stall boards and some retain ingoes indented entries. The majority of the shopfronts have authentic metal-framed windows and highlights. The place retains its form and most of its details. There are additions to the rear. The rear of the lot has been converted into a car park. The place is consistent with the building pattern in the Precinct. The place plays an important role in the pattern of development of a middle class suburb.

HISTORY

1923 Notice is hereby given that the partnership heretofore subsisting between Douglas James Emery and Dennis Joseph Emery, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, carrying on business as Butchers at Canning-road, East Fremantle, under the style or firm of "Emery Brothers." has been Dissolved as from the 26th day of February, so far as concerns the said Dennis Joseph Emery, who retires from the said firm. Dated this 1st day of March. (reference)
1923 Butcher’s Cutting Cart, Horse and Harness, in good order. D. J. Emery, Butcher, Canning-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1925 Birth on May 30, at Nurse Bathgate's Private Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Emery, Canning-road East Fremantle—a daughter (Maureen Lesley). Both well. (reference)
1926 For Sale, 1 smart Sulky Pony, any trial. D. J. Emery, Butcher, Canning-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1926 For Sale, Wallace Tracey, mare; also good Delivery Sort, suit baker. D. J. Emery, Butcher, East Fremantle. (reference)
1927 Lost: Millimin Screw Jack, between East Fremantle and Keysbrook, via Peel Estate D. J. Emery, Butcher, Canning-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1928 Wanted: Man, to quarry building stone. D. J. Emery, Canning-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1928 Wanted: Experienced Shopman. Apply D. J. Emery, Butcher, 166 Canning-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 “Hot Weather Causes Short Weight.” Sweating in Fruit. Charged with having had for sale at 166 Canning-road, East Fremantle, prunes and mixed fruit weighing less than amounts stated on the packages, John Wills and Co. Ltd., was fined £2… (reference)
1940 Funeral: A well-known resident of East Fremantle, Mr. Douglas James Emery, master butcher, of 176 Canning-highway, and of 38 Staten road, East Fremantle, died on Tuesday last, and the funeral took place yesterday after noon in the Presbyterian portion of the Karrakatta Cemetery. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1917 - 1918: Hames, Mrs. J. A.

1919: Macdonald, James (house & land agent)

1920: Cook, George F. (frtr)

1921: No resident records

1922: Emery, James D.

1923: No resident records

1924 - 1930: Emery, Doug J. (butcher)

1931 - 1933: Vacant

1934 - 1949: John Wills & Co. Ltd. (grocers)

RESIDENTS

1917 - 1918: Hames, Mrs. J. A.

1919: Macdonald, James (house & land agent)

1920: Cook, George F. (frtr)

1921: No resident records

1922: Emery, James D.

1923: No resident records

1924 - 1930: Emery, Doug J. (butcher)

1931 - 1933: Vacant

1934 - 1949: John Wills & Co. Ltd. (grocers)

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167 Petra Street

December 31, 2018

167 Petra Street (map)

Architecture

Inter-War Early Modern with Art Modern Influences

No 167 Petra Street is a single-storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Post-War II Contemporary style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with an offset thrust bay. A central hip roofed porch extends over the bay window. The porch is supported on steel poles. A verandah terrace extends from the porch to the north. A steel balustrade runs along the terrace. A garage is located under the terrace. The front facade features sets of double hung sashes and fixed light windows. There is a central door flanked by a further pair of doors. The place sits on limestone foundations. The walls are rendered with a face brick band to the base of the wall. A carport has been sympathetically designed to the front of the house.

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

None listed in the SLWA Post Office Directory.

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168 Canning Highway

December 31, 2018

168 Canning Highway (map)

ARCHITECTURE

HISTORY

1932 454 “Mirror” Money Words Prizes. 250 Prizes At £2 Each. Mrs. C. H. Cray, 168 Canning-rd., E. Fremantle. (reference)
1938 Death On December 29, at Subiaco, Charles Frederick Cray, late storekeeper of 168 Canning-road, East Fremantle, and loved husband of Hannah Cray, of 33 Cantonment-street, Fremantle; aged 83 years. (reference)
1947 No Meat Coupons. Butchers Admit Offences. The defendants, who pleaded guilty, were Leslie Baker, of 168 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, and Norman Thomas Smith and Frank Hebditch, of 50 Hampton road, Beaconsfield. A fine of £10 was imposed in each case… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1913 - 1914: Neave, Walter J. (builder & contractor)

1915: Vacant

1916: Frederickson, Mrs. F. M. (Store)

1917 - 1920: Henry, Mrs. E. (Store)

1921: Vacant

1922 - 1925: Cray, C & H (sauce & pickle manufacturers)

1926: Cray, C (confr)

1939 - 1949: Baker, Les. (butcher)

1980s-2021 Lo Presti family Grocers

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168 Preston Point Road

December 31, 2018

168 Preston Point Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War

Early Modern Bungalow with Art Deco Influences

HISTORY

RESIDENTS

None as per the SLWA Post-Office Directory 1893 - 1949.

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169 Canning Highway

December 31, 2018

169 Canning Highway (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 169 Canning Highway is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable decramastic tiled roof. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width hip roofed verandah. The verandah is set on timber posts. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts and terminates at the gabled thrust bay. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by a side light and double hung sash windows. The half timbered thrust bay features an arched window. The roofscape features a pair of render capped chimneys. The garden has been replaced by a car park.

HISTORY

1920 A One Legged-Soldier And A Motor Car. ...from Mr. W. Boulter, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, who writes: "In reference to a paragraph appearing in your paper of 21st inst, re treatment of a returned soldier by a Fremantle firm. I beg to contradict the statement that it was the firm of Lawton and Boulter, I having severed my connection with that firm over 18 months ago. I trust you will give this publicity in your paper."... (reference)
1924 Death On November 24, at Montrose, Canning-road, East Fremantle, Sarah Ann, dearly beloved wife of Harry Samuel Newson, and mother of Ernest and Walter Newson, Horace E. Lindquist, Mrs. W. Chambers, Mrs. C. G. Stuart, and Mrs. Frank Cook. (reference)
1932 Funeral: The Friends of the late Mr. Henry Samuel Newson, of the Distillers' Agency Ltd., Perth, and H. M. Biegel, Bunbury, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Methodist Cemetery, Fremantle. (reference)
1942 Death LAC John Gordon Nicholson (Wireless Operator, RAAF), at Townsville, Queensland, as result of flying boat accident (previously reported missing), dearly loved only son of Police Inspector and Mrs. Nicholson, and beloved brother of Iima and Patricia (169 Canning-road, East Fremantle); aged 21 years and 11 months. His duty nobly done. R.I.P. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1917: Boulter, Mrs. M.

1918 - 1920: Boulter, William L.

1921 - 1924: Payne, Frederick W. "Montrose"

1925: Newson, H. S.

1926 - 1932: Newson, Henry Samuel

1933 - 1941: Cook, Herbert L.

1942 - 1949: Nicholson, Joseph (inspector police)

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169 Petra Street

December 31, 2018

169 Petra Street (Map)

Architecture

Inter-War Bungalow with Federation / Arts & Crafts Influences

No 169 Petra Street is a single-storey house constructed in limestone, painted brick and 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 asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part-width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at thrust bays at each end. The verandah is supported on timber post with post brackets. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The half-timbered gable bay features a set of multi pane double hung sash windows under a sunhood. The entry door is located on the north elevation under the verandah. The front elevation features a corner suite. The roofscape features a render capped chimney.

History

1934 Alterations and Additions—…S.L.S. 194 House No. 169 Petra-st., East Fremantle… (reference)
1934 Big City Schemes Pending. General Activity Maintained. …Alterations and additions at the following houses for the Workers' Homes Board… No. 169 Petra-street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1936 Real Porcelain Enamel Lined Ice Chest, splendid condition, £8/10/. Household size. 169 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1939 A.A.A.—Ford A '28 Tourer, quick sale, cash wanted, £55, any trial. Slaughter, 169 Petra-st., East Fremantle... (reference)
1939 Double Door Gas Stove, perfect order, £8/10/. 169 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Gas Stove, nickel and blue finish, perfect condition, cost £18, sacrifice £8/10/. Slaughter, 169 Petra-st., E. Fremantle. (reference)
1945 Fiat Saloon, 1928, for sale, SP £90 cash, MP £120. Slaughter, 169 Petra-st, East Fremantle… (reference)
1945 Oakland 27 Tourer, very sound, tyres fair, 25 mpg. MP £110. Bargain at £10 cash...Slaughter, 169 Petra-st, E Fremantle. (reference)

Residents

1931 - 1938: Slaughter, Herbert E.

1938 - 1939: Dymock, Mrs. Kath

1939 - 1947: Slaughter, Herbert E.

1949: Arrand, Charles A.

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171 Petra Street

December 31, 2018

171 Petra Street (Map)

Architecture

Inter-War Californian Bungalow

History

1950 White enamelled iron picture Cot, high chair. 171 Petra-st., East Fremantle… (reference)

Residents

1931 - 1949: Johnston, Arthur

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171 Canning Highway

December 31, 2018

171 Canning Highway (map)

ARCHITECTURE

HISTORY

1925 Death of Allen Bridget, relict of the late Charles Allen, cordial manufacturer, of Collie-street, Fremantle, mother Thomas and Charles (both deceased), and Mrs. H. F Miles, of Canning-road, East Fremantle... (reference)
1937 Wedding. St. Thomas Church, Nungarin, was the scene of a very pretty wedding when Joyce Ella, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. C. Coumbe, of Woodleigh, Nungarin, said "I will" to Elvin Wynn, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Miles, late of Canning-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1940 Funeral of the late Mr. Henry Frederick Miles… who was born at London, England, in 1868, came to Australia when 19 years of age and settled in Victoria for a few years, during which time he was clerk of scales to the Victorian Racing Club. He arrived in Western Australia fifty years ago, and will be remembered by older residents as manager of Mr. Charles Allen's aerated water factory in Fremantle, which position he occupied for many years. After his retirement he had resided with his son, Mr. Elvin Miles, at Nungarin. Mr. Miles was a very old member and a Past Chief Ranger of Court Unity No. 8254 A.O.F. He was very well known and highly respected by a wide circle of friends… (reference)
1940 Funeral of the late Mr. James Johnston Macdonald, J.P., late of 171 Canning road, East Fremantle… Mr. Macdonald was an accountant at the York Flour Mills for some years, and left to open his own business as a general agent, principally for Elder. Smith and Co., Ltd., H. V. McKay, and the Winterbottom Motor Co., Ltd. Several years later he sold out and retired for a while, but soon sought fresh activity, and joined the Public Works Department. He was road board secretary at Kondinin and later at Rockingham… (reference)
1947 Bicycle Hits Car. After striking the rear of a car travelling in an easterly direction in Canning-highway, East Fremantle, about 7.20 p.m. on Friday, Margaret Kathleen Shanahan (17), probationer nurse, of 171 Canning highway, East Fremantle, was thrown from her bicycle on to the road. The car was driven by Walter Andrew Cornish, of 11 Walter street, East Fremantle. The accident happened at the corner of Osborne road opposite a doctor's surgery. After receiving medical attention from the doctor Miss Shanahan was taken to the Fremantle Hospital with possible back injuries. Her condition was later reported as satisfactory. (reference)
1949 Accident With Horse. Margaret Shanahan (18), of Canning-highway, East Fremantle, who was riding a horse in Marmion-street, East Fremantle, about 7 o'clock last night, was thrown to the ground when the horse shied at a passing wheat truck. Suffering from injuries to her back she was taken in a St. John ambulance to the Fremantle Hospital. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1921 - 1925: Davies, Percy G. B. "Wywurrle"

1926 - 1932: Miles, Henry F.

1933 - 1934: Durack, Mrs. Imelda

1934 - 1936: Miles, Mrs. H. F.

1936 - 1942: Lily, Noel C.

1942 - 1946: Winter, R. A. & Miles, Mrs. Jean I.

1947 - 1949: Shanahan, Mrs. Jean

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172 Canning Highway

December 31, 2018

172 Canning Highway (map)

ARCHITECTURE

HISTORY

1911 I, Adelaide Charlotte Deviesseux, of Fremantle, being the licensee of the Australian Wine Licence, at the corner of Victoria and Canning roads, East Fremantle, do hereby make application for a transfer of the rights and privileges of the Australian Wine Licence of wine made in the State of Western Australia, held by me in respect of the said premises to Nellie Fisher… (reference)
1914 I, Maria Tyson, being the Licensee of the house and premises at Victoria and Canning roads, do hereby make application for a transfer of the rights and Privileges of the Australian Wine Licence held by me in respect of the said premises, to Emanuel Economos… (reference)
1918 Notice is hereby given that the partnership heretofore subsisting between Emanuel John Economos and John Malanos, carrying on business as Fruiterers, at 116 High-street, Fremantle, under the style or firm of Economos and Malanos, has been dissolved by mutual consent as from the 20th day of August… (reference)
1926 Strayed from Yard. Bay Pony, rat tail, brand PJ6, near side, dark brown patch on rump, white spot behind near ear. W C. Parsons, Grocer, East Fremantle... (reference)
1931 Butter Substitute. Sold As Dairy Butter. While a customer was making a purchase of what she believed to be butter, at the shop of Adelaide Hobson... an inspector walked in and wished to buy a packet of the mixture. "Oh, no; that's not for you," said the vendor, but the inspector had wide powers under the Act and he seized upon the so-called butter which had been handed to the customer. It was a result of this incident that Adelaide Hobson was the defendant in the Fremantle Police Court, on Saturday morning when she was summoned for selling a food which was not of the quality and substance demanded... (reference)
1932 Marion Thurston… "You will see by my address that we have moved from Nornalup to East Fremantle. Daddy has a shop down here and I have to help him, so it does not give me much time to write to you. I have a new—member her name is Shirley Hickey and she lives at Walpole Inlet, via Nornalup." (I am very glad to have Shirley for a little niece, Marion, I have sent her calendar, etc.—Aunt Mary). (reference)

RESIDENTS

1911 - 1912: Deviesseux, Mrs. A. C. (store)

1913 - 1915: Tyson, Mrs. Maria (store)

1916 - 1918: Economos, Emmanuel J. (store)

1919 - 1920: Easton, Mrs. Minnie (confr)

1921: Vacant

1922 - 1924: Stanbury, William Henry (stre)

1925: Smiths Stores; Miss. L. E. Smith

1926 - 1928: Cressie, David, (grocer)

1929 - 1930: Hobson, Mrs. Martha (grocer)

1931 - 1932: Hobson, M. L. (grocer)

1933 - 1934: Thurston, M. F. (grocer)

1934 - 1936: Ryan, Thomas A. (grocer)

1936 - 1942: Parsons, W. C. (grocer)

1943 - 1946: Vacant

1947 - 1949: Cressie, D. A. (grocer)

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173 Petra Street

December 31, 2018

173 Petra Street (map)

Architecture

Inter-War Californian Bungalow

No 173 Petra Street is a single-storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a gable roofed porch. The half-timbered porch is supported on square piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The roof of the porch extends over the thrust and acts as a sunhood. The half-timbered thrust bay features a set of casement and fixed light windows. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement and fixed light windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. The front elevation lower walls are face brick and the upper walls rendered. Side walls are face brick. The roofscape features a rendered chimney and finials. A set of concrete steps descends to a garden path from the porch.

History

1942 Birth on December 6, at St Helen's, to Mr. and Mrs. E. Ham, 173 Petra-street, East Fremantle—a son. Both well. (reference)
1944 Wanted to Buy, Honey Extractor, reversible. Reply 173 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 Builder (Regd.), quotes for alterations, additions, repairs, first-class workmanship. 173 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 Builder, Regd. Alterations, Additions, Repairs, all classes of joinery and carpentry. Satisfaction assured. 173 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1953 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. E. Ham, 173 Petra-street, East Fremantle, have pleasure in announcing the engagement of their eldest daughter, Elva Joy, to Peter Alan, eldest son of Mr. and the late Mrs. P. Peckham, Melville. (reference)

Residents

1940 - 1949: Ham, Ernest

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174 Preston Point Road (ex John Tonkins House)

December 31, 2018

174 Preston Point Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

The original house on this block was the home of John Tonkin for 50 years. It was a single-storey rendered brick and tile residence in its garden setting, with an under-croft garage.

HISTORY

This address was the home of Australian Labor party politician John Trezise Tonkin AC (2 February 1902 – 20 October 1995), popularly known as 'Honest John'. He served as a Member of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly for a record 44 years from 1933 to 1977, and was the 20th Premier of Western Australia from 1971 to 1974. The Tonkin Highway was named after him.

Tonkin was always a zealous advocate for the interests of East Fremantle, supporting its fight against forced amalgamation in 1955 and between 1947 and 1953 he was President of the East Fremantle Football Club. He was a keen gardener and his rose garden was considered a showplace.

He is honoured as a Freeman of the Town.

A Heritage Council report in 2002 said the house had cultural, historic and social significance and the East Fremantle Council- under Mayor Jim O’Neill and CEO Stuart Warne -refused a request to demolish the original house. However the then Heritage Minister Tom Stephens refused to put the house on the Heritage Register and the Town Planning Appeals Tribunal allowed the demolition in 2004. The house was entered on the Municipal Heritage listing in August 2006 but was still demolished in 2007.

1950 Melville District. I have this day received the following nominations for the election of One Member for the above District: Brinkley Helen, 2 Mary-street, Fremantle; Housewife. John Trezies Tonkin, 174 Preston Point-road, East Fremantle: Schoolteacher, and hereby declare such candidates to be duly nominated. (reference)
1953 Melville District. I have this day received the following nominations for the election of One Member for the above District. John Trezise Tonkin, 174 Preston Point-road, East Fremantle, Member of Parliament. (reference)

Local folklore has it that John Tonkin had WA Tea trees planted on the terraces in front of the former State Engineering works to improve the aesthetics of the site- particularly as he had a direct view from his residence opposite in East Fremantle. Greening Australia’s main award has been named The John Tonkin Award in appreciation of his work. See the interpretation plaque on the hilltop walk in North Fremantle 2021.

RESIDENTS

1939 - 1989: John T. Tonkin, M.L.A.

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177 Canning Highway

December 31, 2018

177 Canning Highway (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 177 Canning Highway is a single storey house constructed in painted 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 part width, timbered, gabled verandah. The verandah is the dominant feature of the place. The verandah is supported on paired timber posts set on battered limestone piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. Steps go from the driveway up to the verandah. The roofscape features a brick chimney and finials. The central entry is a pair of glazed doors flanked to the west by a further pair. To the east there is a bay window with casement lights.

HISTORY

1934 Golden Wedding. Wedding on July 15, 1884, at St. Patrick's Church, Fremantle, by the late Archbishop O'Reilly, Denis William, eldest son of the late Catherine and D. W. Hevron, of North Fremantle, to Agnes, daughter of the late Hugh and Charlotte Devitt, of Fremantle. Present address, 177 Canning-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1936 Death on January 5, Charlotte Lavinia Hawkins, of 110 Alma-road, North Perth, dearly loved niece of Mr. and Mrs. D. Hevron, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, beloved cousin of Eileen (Sister Mary Francis), Mary (Mrs. A. Duperouzel), and Denis. R.I.P. (reference)
1941 Death on April 3, suddenly, at his residence, 177 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, Denis William, beloved husband of Agnes Hevron, loving father of Eileen (Rev. Mother Frances St. Joseph's Convent, Cunderdin), Mary (Mrs. A. Dupercuzel, Wagin), Denis (Mosman Park) and the late Dolores; aged 80 years. (reference)
1946 Birth on March 15, at St Helen's Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. D. Hevron—a daughter. Both well. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1934: Barrett, William C.

1934 - 1941: Hevron, Denny W.

1941 - 1942: Hevron, Mrs. Agnes

1942 - 1946: Smith, Michael H.

1947- 1949: Hevron, Denis W. & Hevron, Mrs. Agnes

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178 Preston Point Road

December 31, 2018

178 Preston Point Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Art-Moderne Bungalow

No. 178 (previously was no. 21) Preston Point road ‘Madoor Mya’ is a single-storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Moderne style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central flat roofed porch. The porch has a distinctive curved form and is supported on plain circular columns. The porch sits over a curved plan form terrace with wrought steel railings. To the east of the porch is a long flight of steps leading down to the front garden. There is a central, partly glazed, entry door flanked by windows and curved cornered rooms. The rooms feature central, very large, ‘picture’ windows flanked by casement windows that follow the curved plan form. The sill line steps down for the picture windows to give them larger views. The place sits on limestone foundations. The lower walls are face brick and upper walls are rendered.

HISTORY

1931 Vehicle Transfer. 19447: Mrs. Doris McMurray to Michael David Woods, 21 Preston Point-road, East Fremantle. Buick. (reference)
1933 Crossword Puzzle. No. 68 Competition-Continuation of Prize List...£2...Badly Needed, Mrs. R. B. Sharp, 21 Preston Point-rd., East Fremantle… (reference)
1936 Poultry, Dogs, Cats Rabbits. Fox, Terrier Puppies, smooth, for sale, highly pedigreed, 1st Royal Show. Carter. 21 Preston Point-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1937 The engagement is announced of Doreen, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Watson, 60 Duke-street, East Fremantle, to Robert, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Sharp, 21 Preston Point-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1943 For Sale, 1936 Oldsmobile Sedan, £200. Apply 21 Preston Point-rd, East Fremantle. (reference)
1944 Wanted to Buy, late model Sedan, in good condition. Buick, Oldsmobile preferred, full price paid for good machine. Apply 21 Preston Point-rd. East Fremantle: weekend. (reference)
1945 For Sale. Child's Oak Cot. .Apply 21 Preston Point-rd. East Fremantle. (reference)
1945 Wanted: Outboard Motor, in good order. Apply 21 Preston Point-rd. East Fremantle. Ring L1222. (reference)
1946 Wanted To Buy. A Knitting Machine, state price, etc., to 21 Preston Point-rd., East Fremantle. Tel. L1222. (reference)
1948 Houses, Land Wanted. Exchange for House, metropolitan area, good locality. 1935 Ford V8 sedan (14441) f.p. £ 160. s.p. £160, cash adjustment. Arnold, 21 Preston Point-rd.. East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931: Woods, Michael David

1937: Sharp, R. B.

1946: Chadwick, L. W.

1947 - 1949: Hall, Robert

1968- Daniel and Maria SURINA ( per Suzie Surina Dec 2022)

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182 Preston Point Road

December 31, 2018

182 Preston Point Road (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War

Porch House with Californian Bungalow Influences

HISTORY

RESIDENTS

1946 - 1949: Dale, Frances G.

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182 Canning Highway

December 31, 2018

182 Canning Highway (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No 182 Canning Highway- Ryhall- is a single storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a gabled thrust bay and a part width, return bull nose roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with brackets. A broad flight of steps leads down to the garden from the verandah. The gabled bay features a two-pointed arched window with fixed casement windows and hopper lights. There is a central door flanked by French double hung sash windows. Walls are random coursed limestone with rendered quoins.

HISTORY

1909 Goat, broken to harness, with Carriage, for Sale, bargain, £2 the lot. H. Locke, Canning-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1909 Goat (nanny) and young Kid for Sale, 30s. for two, bargain. H. J. Locke, Canning-road, E. Fremantle. (reference)
1915 Birth on May 8, at Ryhall, Canning-road, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. H. H Oxbrow—a daughter. (reference)
1917 Birth on May 10, at Ryhall, Canning-road, East Fremantle, the wife of H. H. Oxbrow—a son. (reference)
1918 Death on November 18, at Ryhall, Canning-road East Fremantle, Ida, dearly beloved daughter of Herbert Henry and Ivy J. Oxbrow; aged six weeks. (reference)
1924 March 1924 A continental concert, arranged by Mrs. G. R Holland, and a committee of ladies, in aid of the Church funds of St. Peter's, East Fremantle was held last Tuesday evening. Mr. H. Oxbrow had loaned the grounds of his residence in Canning-road for the occasion, and with the addition of multi-coloured lights, they presented a picturesque background for the many guests who had assembled. Dainty refreshment stalls had been arranged, and an excellent programme, organised by Mrs. Holland and Miss L. Payne... (reference)
1930 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Frank Charles Oxbrow, of Messrs. Pellews, Ltd., High-street, Fremantle, are respectfully invited to follow his remains to the place of interment, the Methodist Cemetery, Fremantle. The Funeral will leave the residence of his brother, Mr. Herbert H. Oxbrow, Ryhall, 182 Canning-road, East Fremantle... (reference)
1931 Pellews is Fremantle's natural shopping centre… just follow the crowd at Christmas time to the spot where all pedestrian traffic pauses. If Mr. Herbert Oxbrow, the managing director, who is always about the emporium, is too busy to even smile you a welcome, you must excuse him. He relaxes sometimes, it is said, and when he does it is "worth a guinea a wrinkle." (reference)
1932 Vehicle registration: 2289, Herbert H. Oxbrow, 182 Canning-road, East Fremantle, Buick 8 Sedan. (reference)
1937 Vehicle registration: 19748, H. H. Oxbrow, 182 Canning-road, East Fremantle, Buick. (reference)
1938 Engagement: Miss. Jean Oxbrow, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Oxbrow, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, whose engagement to Mr. Laurence Steuart Turnbull, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Turnbull, of Princep-street, Bunbury, has been announced. (reference) (see Photograph)
1940 Miss Joan Schofield of Nedlands, and Miss Estelle Oxbrow, of Canning Highway, East Fremantle, are enjoying the school vacation at York. (reference)
1941 Miss Norma Schofield, of Albany, is spending an enjoyable holiday with Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Oxbrow, of Canning-highway, East Fremantle. (reference)
1942 Engagement: Jean, only daughter of Mrs. M. A. and the late Mr. G. Pettit, of Palmerston-street, Mosman Park, to Lloyd (AlF. returned), eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Oxbrow, Canning-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1943 Marriage on March 26, at St John’s Church, Fremantle, by Rev. Canon Collick, Clive Guthrie (AIF), younger son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Oxbrow, Canning highway, East Fremantle, to Ruth Margaret, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Shadbolt, 14 Hope-street, Palmyra. (reference)
1945 ...Herbert Henry Oxbrow, of 182 Canning-road, East Fremantle, the Trustees of Crippled Children's Seaside Home Society (Incorporated) do hereby give notice that we are desirous that such society should be incorporated under the provisions of the Association Incorporation Act, 1895… (reference)
1947 Birth on May 13, to Jean and Lloyd Oxbrow—a son. Both well. (reference)
1950 Palmyra Rugby Union Raffle: First prize, 937, Strickland, 37 Selkirk-street, N. Perth; second, 893, Wharf 791; third, 61, Fowler, tally clerk. Prizes obtainable from C. Oxbrow, c/o Pellews, Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Herbert Henry Oxbrow, Managing Director Pellews Pty. Ltd., High-street, Fremantle, and of Ryhall, 182 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Congregational portion of the Fremantle Cemetery… (reference)
1950 Owing to the death of Mr. H. H. Oxbrow, director of Pellews Pty. Ltd., High-st., Fremantle, this establishment will be closed on Thursday, June 29. (reference)
1950 In the Supreme Court of Western Australia. Probate Jurisdiction. In the matter of the Will of Herbert Henry Oxbrow late of Canning-road East Fremantle in the State of Western Australia, Draper and Business Director deceased. Notice is hereby given that all creditors and other persons having claims or demands against the estate of the above named deceased are requested to send in particulars thereof in writing to the Executor… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909: Locke, Herbert J.

1910: Rex, Ernest R.

1911 - 1914: Sadholz, Wilhelm E.

1915 - 1949: Oxbrow, Herbert H.

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183 Canning Highway

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ARCHITECTURE

No 183 Canning Highway is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. The place is an expression of the Federation Queen Anne style that has been extensively modified. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full width, return hip roofed verandah. The verandah terminates at the diagonal gables and is supported on paired steel posts. The steel posts replace original timber. There is a central door set in an arched alcove flanked by roundel windows. Diagonally oriented bay windows with casement and hopper lights flank the roundel windows. Gables sit above the diagonal windows. Details include string courses and rendered architraves.

HISTORY

W. C. Barrett and family lived at 36 Glyde Street from 1909 until they moved into this house in 1932.

1928 Tenders are invited until noon on July 11, for the Erection and Completion of a Brick Residence at corner Moss-st., and Canning-rd., East Fremantle, for W. C. Barrett… (reference)
1942: Death on August 18, at his residence, Coorong, 183 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, William Charles Barrett, beloved husband of Maud Reid Barrett; aged 72 years.. fond brother-In-law of Edith (Perth), Janet (Mrs. Mitchell, Adelaide, South Australia), Olive (Mrs.Capt. J. J. Airey), Ethel (Perth), William (Fremantle), and Reginald Smith (Fremantle); aged 72 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1934 - 1942: Barrett, William C.

1942 - 1949: Barrett, Mrs. Maud R.

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192 Canning Highway

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ARCHITECTURE

No 192 Canning Highway is a single storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with an 'M' format corrugated iron roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a gabled thrust bay and a part width, return curved roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with brackets. A vertical timber balustrade runs between the posts. The gable bay features a pair of double hung sash windows. There is a central door flanked by double hung sash windows. Walls are random coursed limestone with rendered quoins. The roofscape features masonry chimneys.

HISTORY

1909 Birth on November 12, at Canning-road, East Fremantle, the wife of A. Graham Knox—a daughter. (reference)
1911 Quite one of the prettiest among recent weddings was that of Miss. Valentine Grant Carter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Carter, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, and Mr. Cecil G. Palmer, of the Training College Claremont, son of Mr. M. Palmer, "Iron King," Riverside, East Perth. (reference)
1919 Death on July 26, at Canning-road, East Fremantle (suddenly, of heart failure), Florence, the dearly-beloved wife of John Melbourne Rees, and mother of George and Betty; daughter of Mrs. Owens, East Fremantle, sister of Clara, Bertha, Kelsey, and Mrs. W. S. Buntine (South America); aged 32 years. (reference)
1920 Birth on June 15, to Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Mofflin, junr., Canning-road, East Fremantle—a son (Horace Arnold). Both well. (reference)
1924 Funeral. Seldom has a funeral been so largely attended as that of the late Mr. Richard B. G.(Dick) Carter, which took place on Monday afternoon, the 18th inst. He was a son of Councillor R. B. Carter, who is so widely known and popular at the Port. Dick, as he was familiarly known, was 22 years of age, and was born in Perth. During his 21 years' residence in Fremantle he made numerous friends, and was very popular with all sections of the community... (reference)
1928 Marriage on February 23, at Fremantle, Edward Joseph, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Christie, Canning-road, East Fremantle, to Gertrude Eveline, daughter of Mrs. G Augier, Angwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1939: Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Frederick Christie, of 192 Canning-road, East Fremantle, and formerly Principal of the Gaols Department, Fremantle, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Roman Catholic portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)
1940: Funeral. Mrs. Grace Ann Mills, wife of Captain Andrew Mills, died at her residence, 192 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, on Wednesday last, and the funeral took place yesterday morning. A service was conducted by the Rev. R. M. Herriman, of the East Fremantle Presbyterian Church, in the crematorium chapel, Karrakatta, and a large congregation was present... (reference)
1951 Death on April 4, at his residence, 192 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, Captain Andrew Mills, husband of the late Grace Ann Mills, loving father of Jean (Mrs. L. Johnson), father-in-law of Laurance, fond grandfather of Peter, Margaret, Elizabeth, Errol and Andrew and sincere friend of E. Harken; aged 81 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1911: Knox, Arthur G.

1912 - 1913: Carter, Richard B. (C&Co)

1914: Kopp, George H. S.

1915: Taylor, John B.

1916: Rennie, Arthur

1917 - 1918: Clarke, William R.

1919 - 1920: Rees, John M.

1922 - 1923: Mofflin, Horace E. jun.

1924 - 1925: Erskine, Evelyn P.

1926 - 1939: Christie, Frederick

1939 - 1940: Christie, Mrs. M. E.

1940 - 1951: Mills, Capt. Andrew

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193 Canning Highway

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ARCHITECTURE

No 193 Canning Highway is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Arts and Crafts style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and full width, return bull-nose roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets. The half-timbered gable bay is set over a bay window. The bay window features several double hung sash windows. The entry door on the east elevation is flanked by casement windows. All openings have quoins. The roofscape features a pair of painted brick chimneys.

HISTORY

1901 Tenders are invited for the erection of Stone and Brick Villa Residence, Canning-road, Plympton, for J. W. Tyler, Esq. (reference)
1905 General servant, good, wanted. Apply after 5 p.m., Mrs. Tyler, Canning-rd., East Fremantle. (reference)
1912 Sale of choice furniture and plants. At Corner Hamilton-st. and Canning-rd., East Fremantle. Harry Wilson and co. have been instructed by J. W. Tyler, Esq., to sell without reserve… (reference)
1930 Daisies and Roses. The daisies by the creek bed, Their smooth white petals fold, And the moon comes out and shines on them, And makes them look like gold. Some she tints with silver, some with gleaming white, But the fairies like the roses best, For they stay awake at night. From Joan Tyler, 193 Canning-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1930 Mr. and Mrs. N. G. Tyler, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, have returned from a holiday at Albany. (reference)
1931 Mr. and Mrs. N. G. Tyler, of Canning-road, East-Fremantle, have, with their children, returned from a holiday spent motoring through the Great Southern district. (reference)
1938 We, Eric Isaachsen, of Howard-street, Perth, Company Manager, Stanley Wesley Perry, O.B.E., of William-street, Perth, Company Manager, and Norman George Tyler, of 193 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, Branch Manager, the Trustees of "The Western Australian Society for Crippled Children," do hereby give notice that we are desirous that such Society should be incorporated under the provisions of "The Associations Incorporation Act 1895." (reference)
1939 Going to Buffalo. Mrs. N. G. Tyler, of Canning-road, East Fremantle, was the guest of honour at a contract party held on Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. I. Thompson… (reference)
1953 Death on Nov. 10, at 193 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, of Norman George Tyler, beloved husband of Hilda Wyrill, loved father of Joan and Enid (Mrs. Orton), father-in-law of Ray and grandfather of Valerie and Graeme. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1925: Tyler, John W.

1926: Johnston, Arthur

1927 - 1932: Tyler, Mrs. P. M.

1933 - 1953: Tyler, Norman G.

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194 Canning Highway

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ARCHITECTURE

No 194A Canning Highway is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a gabled thrust bay and a part width bull nose roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with a decorative valance board. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The half-timbered gable bay features a set of casement windows with hopper lights under a sunhood. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and a pair of double hung sash windows. Walls are random coursed limestone with brick quoins. The roofscape features large rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1913 Fremantle East, close Tram, River.— House, 4 rooms, bathroom, pantry, all conveniences; cash £320. Glasson, Canning-road. (reference)
1916 Death on January 26, at Georgetown, South Australia, Mary Brogan, relict of the late Nicholas Brogan, and mother of William Brogan, East Fremantle. The deceased aged 86 years, arrived in South Australia from Ireland in the year 1848, and was a colonist of 66 years. (reference)
1919 For sale, Piano (Brinsmead, iron frame), A. Glasson, Grassmere, Canning-rd., E. Fremantle. (reference)
1923 Death on October 14, Cottesloe, Mona, the dearly beloved wife of James A. Cook, of Nyora, Canning-road, East Fremantle, and second daughter of Mr. and. Mrs. P. E. Pethorick, of 81 Ocean-road, Cottesloe Beach, aged 25 years. (reference)
1940 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Harry Wiley, Chemist, of Adelaide-street, Fremantle, and of 194 Canning-highway, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that a private service will be held at the Crematorium Chapel, Karrakatta. (reference)
1945 Cable From Airman. Mrs. L. Wiley, of 194 Canning Highway, East Fremantle, has received a cable from her son, Flight-Lieutenant Bryan Wiley (25) stating that he is safe in India, hopes to be home soon. He joined the R.A.A.F. as a cadet in 1939, was later captured in Java. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1910: Bickford, Edger

1911: Lobacher, Isador

1913: Glasson, Mrs. A.

1914 - 1916: Brogan, William M. (B & Mathews)

1917 - 1920: Glasson, Mrs A.

1922 - 1925: Cook, James

1926: Pickett, Edward

1927: Bignall, H.

1928 - 1932: Harmon, Ascar

1933 - 1940: Wyley, Harry

1940 - 1949: Wyley, Mrs. Lucy

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196 Canning Highway

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ARCHITECTURE

No 196 Canning Highway is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style. It is asymmetrically composed with a gabled thrust bay and a part width return skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with a decorative valance board. The gable bay features half timbering, a louvred vent and casement windows under a sunhood. There is a central door flanked by casement windows and a corner suite. The roofscape features several rendered chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1916 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mrs. Emma Josephine Wadham, relict of the late Mr. William Wadham, M.P., Adelaide, South Australia, and mother of Mr. R. A. Wadham, Fremantle, are respectfully invited to follow her remains to the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)
1918 Engagement is announced of Doris May, elder daughter of Mr. R. A. Wadham, of “Ryllon,”(sic?) Canning-road, East Fremantle, to Warrant-Officer W. B. Robinson, D.C.M., only son of Captain and Mrs. W. C. Robinson, district superintendent of Bunbury. (reference)
1922 Marriage on October 14, at St. John's Church, Fremantle, by the Rev. Hyde, George, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Turner, of Ventnor-avenue, West Perth, to Phyllis, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Wadham, of Rhyllon, Canning-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1930 Funeral. The late Mr. Reginald Arthur Wadham died at his late residence, Rhyllon, 196 Canning-road, East Fremantle, on Monday last. Although he had suffered indifferent health for sometime, the end came quite unexpectedly. Since February of this year his health has not permitted him to take an active part in business… (reference)
1933 Death on February 24, at East Fremantle, Horace Russell, beloved husband of Gladys Jones, of 196 Canning-road, East Fremantle, and father of Jack, Lola, Donald and Betty Jones; aged 50 years. (reference)
1938 The 10 year old daughter of Mr and Mrs C. S. Coats(see right), of Canning road, East Fremantle, who was awarded a Grade IV exhibition in pianoforte and also gained 90 marks in Junior Grade at the Trinity College examinations last August. Geraldine is a pupil of Miss Evelyn Williams… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909: Bollen, Mrs E.

1910: Lobascher, Isador

1911 - 1932: Wadham, Reginald A. (Horrocks & W)

1933 - 1937: Jones, Mrs. Gladys

1937 - 1939: Coates, C. S.

1939 - 1949: Harris, Albert R.