64 Allen Street

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

No 64 Allen Street is a single storey house constructed in brickwork, rendered brick and limestone with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part width gable roofed verandah. The verandah is set on limestone and rendered piers with a limestone balustrade. The gable bay features a set of three casement windows under a tiled awning. A broad set of steps leads down to the garden from the verandah. It has a central door flanked by sidelights and casement windows. The roofscape is an important feature of the house with sweeping half-timbered gables.

HISTORY

James and Madge McPhee brought the land in 1941 and moved into the new house in 1942. They lived in the house until 2001.

RESIDENTS

1941 - 2001: James and Madge McPhee, daughter Glennis

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64 Oakover Street

January 1, 2019

64 Oakover Street (map)

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

January 1, 2019

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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65 Fortescue Street

January 1, 2019

65 Fortescue Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Diagonal Plan Porch House Bungalow

No 65 Fortescue 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 gable thrust bay and a part width broken back and gabled roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on Tuscan columns set on piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The verandah terminates at a gabled thrust bay. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and casement windows. The brickwork features rendered string courses. The roofscape features brick chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1934 The engagement is announced of Myrtle Ann, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, to Henry Charles, only son of Mrs. and the late Mr. Henry Penny, of Korrawilla, Green Hills. (reference)
1937 The engagement is announced of Myrtle Ann, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, to Bruce, second son of Mr. and the late Mrs. E. G. Exley, of 44 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1942 Death on November 18, at Fremantle Hospital, Alexander dearly beloved husband of Hilda Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, and loving father of Bob (WAGR), Myrtle (Mrs. B. Exley), Mabel (Mrs. R. McIntosh), Heather and Stan: aged 57 years. (reference)
1942 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Alexander Nicoll, of 65 Fortescue-street, East Fremantle, late of the WA Government Railways. Fremantle, and formerly of the 44th Battalion, AlF, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred In the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery... (reference)
1946 Wanted For Rent. Stabling for greengrocer's horse and vehicle, near Perth or Fremantle. State rental and if accommodation available adjacent for owner O'Brien, 65 Fortescue-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 For Sale. Oldsmobile Sedan, 1936. Good order and appearance, outright sale or exchange on tip truck. Bovell, 65 Fortescue-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1953 Found straying, East Fremantle, Pom. cross Dog, cream. Apply 65 Fortescue-st. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1943: Nicoll, Alex

1944 - 1949: Nicholl, Mrs. Hilda

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65 Alexandra Road

January 1, 2019

65 Alexandra Road (Map)

ARCHITECTURE

HISTORY

1930 Death on October 7, at the Fremantle Public Hospital, Robert James Huxley...father of...Lilly (Mrs. C. F. Jeffries, of Alexander-road, East Fremantle)...aged 57 years. (reference)
1931 Economical Eggless Puddings for Harassed Housewife.—Well-tried Plum Pudding: 2 cups plain flour, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup currants, 1 cup raisins, a little candied peel, 1 teaspoon spice; rub dry ingredients together; mix with 1½ cups hot water, in which melt 1 tablespoon butter or dripping and 1 teaspoon carbonate of soda. Boil three to four hours. Serve with custard. Ginger Pudding: Beat 2 tablespoons of dripping, sugar, and golden syrup; well melt to make easy, then add 1 cup of milk, in which is dissolved half teaspoon carbonate of soda; stir well in 1½ cups s.r. flour, 1 teaspoon ginger, ½ teaspoon spice, and a pinch of salt. Steam in greased mould for two hours. Serve with custard or white sauce. Sultana Roll: 2 cups s.r. flour, ¼lb. suet chopped finely, 1 cup sultanas; mix well with cold water; roll in floured cloth. Boil one and a half hours. Serve with golden syrup.—Mrs. L. Jeffries, 65 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle. (reference)
1935 East Fremantle, 65 Alexandra-road; Brick 3 rooms and kitchen, 13/ per week. (reference)
1949 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. J. Clavey, of Alexander(Alexandra?)-road, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their eldest daughter, Bessie, to Ronald Calley, only son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Calley, of Zenobia-street, Palmyra. (reference)
1951 Engagement. Ivy, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Clavey, 65 Alexandra-road, East Fremantle, to Alfred, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Moore, of 159 Watkin-street, White Gum Valley. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926: Richards, Alfred

1927 - 1934: Jeffries, Charles F.

1934 - 1935: Conway, F. E.

1935 - 1939: Murray, Alex G.

1939 - 1949: Clavey, James W.

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65 Hubble Street

January 1, 2019

65 Hubble Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Early Federation, Georgian Influences

No 65 (previously known as No 125) Hubble Street is a single-story cottage constructed in rendered masonry with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a good example of Federation Bungalow style house. The place has been renovated in the 21st Century. It is symmetrically planned with a central door and hopper light flanked by sidelights and double hung sash windows. The facade features a full-width bullnose verandah supported on timber posts. There is a timber framed garage at the front of the lot on the south side.

HISTORY

1921 Death on August 15, at his residence, 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, Joseph, the beloved husband of Margaret Porter; aged 60 years... (reference)
1921 Obituary. The funeral of the late Mr. Joseph Porter, engine-driver, of the Fremantle Municipal Tramways, where he had been employed for the past fifteen and a half years, took place on Tuesday afternoon, the 16th inst, and was attended by many friends. The deceased, who was 60 years of age, was born in Belfast, Ireland, but had been a resident of this State for the last 27 years. A widow and daughter survive him. The funeral cortege moved from his late residence, 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, and proceeded to the local cemetery, where the remains were laid to rest in the Church of England portion. (reference)
1923 Dear Auntie Nell, I take a great interest in the Children's Page, and would like to become one of your nieces. I am 11 years old, and am in the fifth standard at school. I had last week's puzzle all right according to the paper, but was too late in forwarding it...I remain, your loving, would-be niece, Joan Jeffrey, 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1923 In loving memory of my dear husband, Joseph Porter, who passed away at his residence, 125 Hubble street, East Fremantle, August 15, 1921... Inserted by his wife, Margaret. (reference)
1927 Birth on June 4, to Mr. and Mrs L. Fidock 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle—a daughter (Eunice Aster). (reference)
1931 Death on May 5, at Perth Hospital, Horace Ondly, beloved eldest son of George Andrew and Sarah Elizabeth Spark, of 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, and brother of Thelma (Mrs. H. Foley), George, Donald, Amy and Josephine Spark, and stepbrother of David, Percy, Jessie and Halwin Lyon; aged 23 years. R.I.P. (reference)
1931 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mr. Horace Ondly Spark, of 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, and late of Goomalling (W.A.), are respectfully invited to follow his remains to the place of interment, the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Fremantle. (reference)
1938 Fatal Fall From Bed. Woman's Death Investigated. A finding that death was due to injuries received when the deceased fell out of bed on to a water jug was returned in the Fremantle Courthouse yesterday, when the District Coroner (Mr. H. J. Craig, S.M.) conducted an inquest concerning the death of Mrs. Sarah Ann Sorrell (49), of 125 Hubble-street, East Fremantle. Mrs. Sorrell was injured on July 2 and died at the Fremantle Hospital on the following day...William George Sorrell, lumper, husband of the deceased, said that he left his home about 7 p.m. on July 2 and returned at 10.45, when his son-in-law told him that Mrs. Sorrell had had an accident. Witness saw his wife lying on the bedroom floor in a large pool of blood. She had had "a little too much wine," he stated. (reference)
1942 Birth on June 26, at Bundi Kudja, to Sgt and Mrs. V. Gibbs, 65 Hubble street, East Fremantle—a son. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1908 - 1909: Jarvis, George

1910: Porter, Joseph

1911 - 1918: O’Halloran, Martin

1919 - 1920: Haugh, Robert

1921 - 1922: Woodward, John

1923: Vacant

1924: Green, George Henry

1925 - 1926: Bruning, Theodore Dixon

1927 - 1932: Fidock, L. L. O.

1933 - 1934: Jones, Victor

1934 - 1939: Sorrell, William G.

1939 - 1940: Vacant

1940 - 1942: Gregory, Mrs. Eliz

1942 - 1949: Gibbs, James

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65 Petra Street

January 1, 2019

65 Petra Street (map)

Architecture

Inter-War / Simple Inter-War Bungalow Porch House

No 65 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 Federation Bungalow style. It is symmetrically composed with a full width skillion roofed verandah supported on timber posts. A gable is located central on the verandah and marks the entry. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. The lower walls are face brick and the upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features a rendered chimney and finials. The place sits on a limestone foundation.

History

1933 On September 20, 1933 (suddenly), at the Fremantle Hospital, Philip Henry, of 65 Petra-street, Palmyra; the loving father of Grace, father-in-law of Josh, loving grandfather of Phil, Josh, Jim and Grace Prosser; aged 80 years and 11 months. (reference)
1937 Vehicle Registration: 36317, S. B. Bateman, 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle, Chevrolet. (reference)
1937 Among the deliveries made by Sydney Atkinson Motors Ltd. during the past week or so are the following… S. B. Bateman. 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle. Chev. utility... (reference)
1938 Arnott’s: Furniture, etc., on premises, 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle; 2 p.m. (reference)
1940 Van, Morris 10, 1935, owner going overseas, must sell. £140 or nearest offer. 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 For Sale, large Aviary Canaries, 2 hen. 2 cock birds, beautiful whistlers. 65 Petra-st., E. Fremantle. £3. (reference)
1948 Double Bed, complete with mattress, as new, £15; also dropside cot and stroller. 65 Petra-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

Residents

1931 - 1935: Casey, John

1936 - 1938: Morris, Har P.

1938 - 1939: Vacant

1939 - 1947: Williams, Thomas

1949: Lennon, Ernest

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65 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

65 Dalgety Street (map)

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)

RESIDENTS

1920 - 1926: Nelmes, William Henry

1927 - 1928: Mellor, H. J.

1929 - 1930: Nelmes, William Henry

1931 - 1938: Joyce, Horace L.

1938 - 1940: Hoar, John

1940 - 1947: Madden, George

1949: Madden, Mrs Edith

1949 - 1951: Virgo, Gordon Mark

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65 Sewell Street

January 1, 2019

65 Sewell Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation, Simple Gable / Skillion Domestic Carpenter

No. 65 (previously was no. 135) Sewell street is a single story house constructed in timber framing and fibrous cement cladding with a gabled corrugated iron roof. It is a Federation Bungalow style house that was extensive modified in the late 1950s. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a full width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is mostly filled in with fibrous cement cladding and glazed louvres.

HISTORY

1937 Death on January 12, at Fremantle Hospital, Lily Poat, dearly beloved niece of Mr. and Mrs. C. Baker, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, loving cousin of Phyllis, Bill, John, Olive and Bernie; aged 18 years. At rest. (reference)
1937 Vehicle Registration: 4104, W. C. T. Baker, 135 Sewell-street, Fremantle, Morris. (reference)
1938 Pen-Friends’ Corner... Freda Longbottom, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, wanted-a girlfriend interested in reading and all outdoor sport; living anywhere in the United States; age 12 to 13 years. Jean Longbottom, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, a girlfriend interested in music, stamp collecting and reading: living in India; age about 12 years. (reference)
1938 SOS Corner: Can You help These members? ...Freda Longbottom, 135 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, would like the words of "Rose Marie," "Did Your Mother Come from Ireland," "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" and "Make a Wish.” (reference)
1948 Engagement. Jean, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Longbottom, Sewell-street, East Fremantle, to Bert, only son of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Rogerson Wellington-street, Mosman Park. (reference)
1949 The daughters of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Longbottom, of 65 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, have pleasure in announcing the 25th Anniversary of their parents' Wedding which was solemnised at St. Peter's Church East Fremantle, on March 22, 1924… (reference)
1949 Nannup News- Eden-Longbottom Wedding-Although very heavy rain had fallen all Saturday morning and early afternoon it had cleared considerably for the wedding of Jean Longbottom and Keith Eden...She was attended by her sister Grace, flower girl Shirley Rodda. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr. George Longbottom and Tom Longbottom carried out the duties as best man...After the wedding, and following the taking of photographs, approximately 52 guests assembled at the hall and were received by Mrs. W. Longbottom, mother of the bride, Mr. Alwyn Longbottom carried out the duties of chairman...(reference)
1950 Death on February 24, Mary Ann Elizabeth Grant (nee Jackson), of 65 Sewell-street, East Fremantle, loving mother of Ernie, Herbert, Roy, Alex, Lily (Mrs. A. Longbottom) ...loved gran of 14 children and five great-grandchildren; aged 84 years. Peacefully sleeping. (reference)
1951 The marriage of Ruth, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Longbottom, Sewell-street, East Fremantle, to Colin, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Clayton, of Cleopatra-street, Palmyra, will take place at St. John's Church of England, Fremantle… (reference)

RESIDENTS

1913 - 1915: Gent, Frank

1916: Carroll, James

1917 - 1922: Ryan, Alfred J.

1923 - 1937: Baker, Charles Thomas

1939 - 1951: Longbottom, Alwyn

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66 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

66 Duke Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Late Victorian / Early Federation Villa with Queen Anne Influences

No. 66 (previously was no. 142) Duke Street is a single-storey house in random course limestone and brick construction with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. A broken back roofed verandah spans part of the front facade.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

1911 Gingerbread. Put a cup of treacle, a quarter pound of butter and cup of milk into a saucepan. Put it on the fire, but do not boil. Stir till dissolved, then pour into a basin, into which has been sifted three cups of flour, a tablespoonful of ginger, a teaspoonful of carbonate of soda and a pinch of salt. Mix well; pour into a well-buttered, deep baking tin, and bake for about three-quarters of an hour. Mrs. Pridham, 142 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1916 Birth on April 20, at 142 Duke-street East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. J. B. W. Pridham—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1921 Birth on December 7, at 142 Duke-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Ivo McKenzie Reid—a daughter (Shirley Louise). (reference)
1938 Death on February 28, at his residence, Ballantrae, 142 Duke-street, East Fremantle, James Gilbert, beloved husband of Lillian Marshall, and loving father of Gilbert, Nell (Mrs. H. Woodruffe), William, Lillian, Hector, Leslie and Alan Marshall; aged 74 years. (reference )
1943 The Friends of the late Mr. Philip John Clarkson, of 66 Duke-street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Methodist portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1910 - 1921: Pridham, Jason B.

1922: Reid, Ivo McKenzie

1923: Cooper, Mrs. Elizabeth

1924 - 1926: Rankin, Harold

1927 - 1938: Marshall, Jason

1939 - 1942: Marshall, Mrs Lillian

1943 - 1949: Bennett, Phillip

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66 Hubble Street

January 1, 2019

66 Hubble Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Late Victorian / Early Federation, Gable Domestic Carpenter with Gothic Influences

No 66 (previously known as No 118) Hubble Street is a single-story house constructed in timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a gabled corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The place is asymmetrically planned with an offset entry door flanked by a window. The facade features a full-width bullnose roofed verandah supported on square timber posts. The verandah has been enclosed on the south facade.

HISTORY

1921 Death on September 20, at 118 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, Kate Wood, dearly loved mother of Howard Gwyn Hitchin, and grandmother of Gwyn and Louie; aged 69 years. (reference)
1921 Funeral. The Friends of Mr. Joseph Henry Davridson, late of Messrs, Baker Bros., East Fremantle, are respectfully invited to follow the remains of his late dearly-beloved wife, Kate Wood. (reference)
1927 On May 28, at Fremantle Hospital, Rosanna, dearly beloved wife of William McTear, of 119 Hubble-street, East Fremantle, and mother of Hugh (Glasgow), Janet (Mrs. W. Hendren),and Margaret (Mrs. R. Ford), East Fremantle, aged 65 years. (reference)
1938 Birth on April 8, at St. Helen's Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. W. Hendren—a daughter (Janet May). Both well. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1910 - 1911: Lowndes, Miss R.

1912 - 1916: Lowndes, Miss T. (dressmaker)

1917 - 1920: Davidson, Henry

1921 - 1924: Turnbull, Mrs. E. M.

1925 - 1926: Sparkes, Francis Charles

1927: Greer, Mrs. Maggie

1928: Hendren, William

1929 - 1943: King, Mrs. Ada

1944 - 1947: Wade, Phil

1949: Green, William W.

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66 Dalgety Street

January 1, 2019

66 Dalgety Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w/ Federation Influences

No 66 Dalgety Street is a single storey house constructed in tuck pointed brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a very fine expression of the Federation Queen Anne style. The front facade is symmetrically planned with a full width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with a curved valance board. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The entrance addresses the street and is located under the return verandah to the south. There are spayed bay windows at the verandah ends. The bay windows feature casement lights. Gabled roofs sit over these. The roofscape features rendered chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1933 The senior students of Miss Ethel Gordon will present "Ten Days Before the Wedding" a three-act play by Lindsey Barbee, on Friday next at the Assembly Hall, Perth, Those playing leading parts are Miss Gwen Pratt, Mrs. Ron Dutson, and Miss Pearl McGovern. (reference)
1936 Will. Reginald William McGovern, late of Derby, storekeeper, to Evelyn G. McGovern, of East Fremantle. £11,956. (reference)
1936 Pupils' Entertainment. "Take Two from One" produced by Miss Ethel Gordon, was given by her pupils at the Swan-Suburban Theatre, East Fremantle, on Tuesday evening, in the presence of a large audience. Mr. Frank Thomas was Faustino, the husband, Miss Mary Hurst, Diana, the first wife, and Mrs. Ruby McGovern, Juliana, the second. Other members of the cast were: Coralie Condon, Pearl McGovern, Madge Lavars and Flora Chester... (reference)
1936 In honour of Miss Ethel Gordon, whose marriage takes place shortly, Miss Pearl McGovern entertained friends at her home in East Fremantle on Tuesday evening. Carnations and delphiniums decorated the lounge. Among those present were: Misses Ethel Gordon, Olive Craig, Mary Hurst, Joyce Day, Margaret Thomas (Adelaide), Flora Chester, Ruther and Elva Norris, Nancy Acton, Olive Shepherd, Madge Lavars, Iris Shaw, Deborah Pearse, Freda Brehaut, and Ruby McGovern. (reference)
1940 The engagement is announced of Pearl, twin daughter of the late Mr. Reg McGovern and Mrs. E. G. McGovern of East Fremantle, to Bernard (Bun) son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Lavars of Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Shadings of Gold for Bridal Trio. Three charming bridesmaids, wearing tangerine, orange and apricot organza, followed Miss Pearl McGovern to the altar yesterday for her wedding to Mr. Bernard Lavars...Bridesmaids were Ruby McGovern (sister) Madge Lavars (groom's sister) and Nancy Acton. The reception was at the Masonic Hall East Fremantle... (reference)
1946 Birth on July 15, at Sister Bathgate's, Station road, East Fremantle, to Ruby and Vic Walker—a son (Wayne Victor). Both well. (reference)
1947 After a weeks holiday in Bunbury at the Prince of Wales Hotel, Mrs. M. Sack, of South Perth, and Mrs. E. G. McGovern, of East Fremantle, have returned to their home. They had a pleasant time renewing old Bunbury acquaintances. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1921 - 1923: Cumming, Donald F.

1924 - 1937: McGovern, Reginald William

1937 - 1947: McGovern, Mrs E. G.

1949: McGovern, Mrs E. G. & Walker, Victor

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66 Allen Street

January 1, 2019

66 Allen Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

No. 66 Allen Street was a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a corrugated iron roof- an expression of the Inter-War Mediterranean Bungalow.

HISTORY

1942 Engaged. Kathleen Beryl, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. McPherson, 66 Allen-street, East Fremantle to Alan, second son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Beale of Palmyra. (reference)
1945 Birth on October 27, at Sister Bathgate's to Cpl and Mrs A. G. Woollams, of 66 Allen-street, East Fremantle. Triplets were born (two sons and a daughter, one stillborn. Two lived half-an-hour). Premature. Strictly no visitors for seven days. (reference)
1953 Mr. and Mrs. R. McPherson, 66 Allen-street, East Fremantle wish to thank their many friends and relatives for cards, letters, telegrams, floral tributes and personal expressions of sympathy in the sad loss of their dear brother Ben Kain. (reference)

“I am the Granddaughter of Robert & Catherine McPherson who built 66 Allen St.
Grandad was in a syndicate at work (he worked on the Wharf) which won the lottery that is how they afforded to build the home They had 4 children Eileen, Mary, Kathleen & Douglas (my Dad born in 1934) & 10 Grandchildren. Grandad was born in South Fremantle & Granny was born in Cossack WA” Fiona Bailey 2022

Residents

1941 - 1953: McPherson, Robert and Catherine

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66 East Street

January 1, 2019

66 East Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Late Victorian / Early Federation , Regency Influences

No. 66 (previously was no. 98) East street is a single storey house constructed in timber framing and rusticated weatherboard with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a rich expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a polygonal bay window in a thrust bay to the north. The front door is setback and there are French doors to the south. The facade features a skillion roofed verandah on timber posts. The verandah follows the plan of the house and extends over full frontage. A particular feature of the eaves is their corbel brackets.

HISTORY

1911 Advertising. An Energetic And Reliable Representative required in Connection with A Position Of Trust. Apply between 9 and 10 to-day to W. A. Clarke, 98 East-street. East Fremantle. (reference)
1911 Birth on April 3, at 98 East-street, Fremantle, the wife of Paul Buchholz—a son. Both well. (reference)
1929 Birth on March 4, at 98 East-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Rooke—a daughter (Marjorie Jean). Both well. (reference)
1930 Funeral. The Friends of Mr. Archibald Robinson are respectfully invited to follow the remains of his late dearly beloved wife, May Veronica, and loving mother of Margaret and William, to the place of interment, the Anglican portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave his residence, No. 98 East-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1930 Accident. Boy’s Leg Broken. Frank Harper, of 98 East-street, East Fremantle, was taken to the Fremantle Hospital in the St. John ambulance yesterday afternoon, suffering from a broken right leg… The boy was playing on a swing in a children's playground at the corner of Parry and High streets, Fremantle, when one of the chains of the swing broke, throwing him to the ground. (reference)
1938 Registration. 35128: Williams Bros., 98 East-street, East Fremantle, Bedford. (reference)
1947 32nd Wedding Anniversary. The Son and Daughters of Mr. and Mrs. O. Jakobson have much pleasure in announcing the 32nd Anniversary of their parents' Wedding which took place at Geraldton on August 28 1915, in St. John's Church. Their present address is 66 East-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1949 Auction. J.W.B. Residence situated No. 66 East-street, Fremantle... (reference)

RESIDENTS

1907: Clegg, J. A.

1908: Rowe, George

1910 - 1911: Haddy, Ernest G.

1912 - 1914: Clarke, Walter A.

1915 - 1924: Kopp, Samuel G.

1925 - 1932: Rooke, Mrs Margaret

1933 - 1934: Harper, A. S.

1934 - 1940: Smith, G. B.

1940 - 1949: Jacobson Olaf

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66 View Terrace

January 1, 2019

66 View Terrace (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Post War Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 66 View Terrace is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick with a corrugated iron roof. There is a two storey addition to the rear. It is a much altered expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a full width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts set over battered piers. The gable bay features a set of casement and fixed light windows. The place sits on limestone foundations. The lower walls are face brick and upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features a brick chimney.

HISTORY

1939 J. W. Ferguson, of the Fremantle Rifle Club, was the outstanding rifleman. Besides securing the splendid tally of 69 out of the possible 70 points over the 700 yards range, he continued on to reach 103 out of the possible 105 points and won a club tankard. (reference)
1947 A 12ft. dinghy which was washed away from the beach at Rottnest Island on January 14 has been discovered at Jurien Bay, about 40 miles further north. The dinghy is the property of Mr. J. W. Ferguson, of View-terrace, East Fremantle, and was washed away by a large wave when the owner was attending to some fishing lines on the beach. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1941 - 1949: Ferguson, J. W.

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66 Oakover Street

January 1, 2019

66 Oakover Street (map)

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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66 Clayton Street

January 1, 2019

66 Clayton Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Post-World War II Contemporary

No 66 Clayton Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is an expression of the Post-World War II Contemporary style. It is asymmetrically composed with a thrust bay and a hip roofed porch. The porch is supported on Tuscan columns. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows under an awning. There is a central door flanked by casement and fixed light windows. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1952 Mayflower for sale or exchange utility. 66 Clayton-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

As per Fremantle P.O.Directory there are no residents for this address between 1909-1949.

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66 George Street

January 1, 2019

66 George Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation Free Classical Style

No 66 George Street is a fine single storey shop constructed in rendered masonry with low pitched roofs behind a classically derived parapet wall. The shop is designed with separate entrances for the residence and shop. The entry to the residence is to the west and the shop entrance is in the centre of the shop façade. The shop entrance is recessed and is flanked by authentic display windows. Both entries sit under a bullnosed roofed verandah supported on turned timber posts with decorative post brackets and a frieze. Above the verandah there is a rendered parapet. The parapet is panelled with a pediment at the centre featuring a cartouche and topped with acroteria. The parapet is divided in plan by piers topped with orbs. At the rear of the shop there is what remains of the attached residence.

HISTORY

1905 I Say! I Say! I Say! C. E. Fordham is the Cheapest Bootman In Fremantle. Repairs and Measures Cheaply and Neatly Executed. Address 66 George Street, East Fremantle. A Trial Kindly Solicited. (reference)(see photo)
1908 Bankruptcy. In the Matter of Charles Edmund Fordham, Bootmaker, of 66 George-street, East Fremantle. Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the creditors of the above named Charles Edmund Fordham, of 66 George-street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1919 E. E. Evans, Cash Draper, 66 George-street East Fremantle, wants to inform you that his Stock is now replete with Novelties, including Voiles, Muslins, Silks, Cambrics, and Bengalines. Pretty Blouses and shapely Corsets, designed by leading makers, are well represented. And all selling at the usual low prices. (reference)
1924 Car Registration. 6145: Durant, E. T. Chapman, 66 George-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1929 Birth at their residence, 66 George-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. R. McLeod—a daughter (Helen Margaret). Both well. (reference)
1931 Crossword Puzzle. Third Prize, 10/-. Mr. H Lowth, 66 George-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1934 The western Suburban Churches Badminton Association invites application for affiliation from church clubs situated in Perth, Fremantle or between those cities. The next council meeting will be held on Friday, April 20, when it is proposed to arrange the pennant series for the current season. Those interested are requested to communicate with the hon. secretary (Mr. H. Lowth), 66 George-street, East Fremantle (Tel. FM1098) as soon as possible. (reference)

AIF Ernest James Zinnecker: Service Number - 81217 : Date of birth - 13 Dec 1909 : Place of birth - KAWANA WA : Place of enlistment - PERTH : Next of Kin - Mabel Zinnecker

1949 Racing Breeders, Owners & Trainers Association of WA. The name of the trustees: Albert McGilvray of 4 Short-street, Bayswater and Ernest James Zinneker of 66 George-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1912: Campbell, Miss D. (dressmaker)

1913 - 1920: Evans, E. E. (draper)

1921: Jones, Stanley

1922 - 1927: Chapman, Edward I. (draper)

1928 - 1929: Chapman, E. E. (draper)

1930 - 1938: Lowth, H. (draper)

1938 - 1949: Zinnecker, Earn J. (hairdresser & tobbacconist)

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67 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

67 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / California Bungalow

No 67 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone, brick and rendered brick house with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the California Bungalow style. There have been extensive additions to the place. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and s a gabled porch. The porch is supported on masonry columns set on limestone piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The porch roof extends over the gable bay. The gable bay features a set of casement windows. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. The entry door has been relocated to a north addition. The lower walls are face brick and upper walls are rendered. The roofscape features finials.

HISTORY

1926 Death on June 19, at his late residence, 141 Duke street, East Fremantle. Frank, dearly beloved third son of Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Cloke, and brother of Charles, Jack, William, Albert, Ada and Edna Cloke; aged 23 years. (reference)
1939 Fremantle Mercantile Association. With one exception, matches played on- Saturday last in the Fremantle Mercantile Cricket Association were extremely closely contested. South Footballers and and North-East Fremantle achieved the rather unusual feat of tieing, with 110 runs each...Bowling A. Cloke (E. Fremantle) (reference)
1947 Death on April 6 at East Fremantle, Emma Cloke, fond mother and mother in-law of Edna and Michael. (reference)
1954 Deluge Of Entries In Our Free Titles Contest. Another terrific success was the free Titles contest conducted by The Sunday Times last week-end. There was a deluge of tens of Thousands of entries. They crammed the mailbox constantly. They piled into great bags in the office. Their postmarks covered a wide area of the State. Fifteen £1 prizes: Edna Cloke, 67 Irwin St., East Fremantle; (reference)

RESIDENTS

1936 - 1949: Cloke, William

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67 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

67 Duke Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter / Post-War Austerity / Domestic Carpenter

No. 67 (previously was no. 151) Duke Street is a single house of timber framing and fibro cement cladding with a gabled corrugated-iron roof. Later additions are evident to the rear. It is a simple expression of the Post World War II Austerity Bungalow style with later modifications to the front windows.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

The Earnshaw family lived at the house from 1906 until 1949.

1939 Funeral. Mr. Abraham (Ernie) Earnshaw (1868- 1939) of 67 Duke-street, East Fremantle was born at Bendigo, Victoria. He came to Western Australia in 1892 and for 42 years lived in East Fremantle. Mr. Earnshaw was a member of the Fremantle Lumpers' Union, and on retirement was made a life member. He was interested in the North Fremantle Football club, and a member of the East Fremantle Bowling Club. He was also a member and a past Chief Ruler of the Good Endeavour Lodge Tent No. 4 I.O.R. He was of bright and cheerful disposition and made many friends in the district. He left a wife, four sons and six grandchildren. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1940: Earnshaw, Abraham

1941 - 1949: Earnshaw, Mrs. Mary