37 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

Bungalow Porch House / W California Bungalow Influences

No 37 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. The place is an expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central gable roofed porch. The porch is supported on Tuscan columns set on brick piers. The porch roof extends either side to act as a sunhood to sets of casement windows. There is a central door under the porch. The roofscape features a rendered chimney. The lower walls are brick and the upper walls rendered.

HISTORY

1934 Building Enterprise. This Week’s Permits. East Fremantle, Brick residence, Irwin-street, £760 (for W. J. Pearce). (reference)
1945 Funeral. The Friends of Mr. William Barton, of Messrs Mills and Ware, Ltd. South Fremantle, and of 37 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that the remains of his late dearly beloved wife, Hannah, will be interred in the Church of England Portion of the Fremantle Cemetery...The Funeral will leave the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. W. J. Pearce, 37 Irwin-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1950 Lottery Result. The principal prize-winning tickets in Charities Consultation 587, which was drawn yesterday were as follows: Second Prize, £500. No. 24858, C.J.J.G.W.. 37 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, W.A... (reference)

RESIDENTS

1936 - 1949: Pearce, W. J.

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39 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

39 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Late federation / Interwar / Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 39 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fair expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. There is a central door flanked by double hung sash windows. The roofscape features a pair of rendered chimneys.

HISTORY

1932 In Memoriam. Jarvis. In loving memory of our dear wife and mother, who died on May 11, 1928... Inserted by her loving husband, daughters and son-in-law, Olga and Robert Cave, and Vera Nicholson. (reference)
1932 Deliveries of Austin Sevens and tens during the week ended on Thursday last were to Mr. J. E. Lister, 39 Irwin-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1934 Engagement of Grace, of 40 Tamar-street, Palmyra, youngest daughter of the late Aylmer Bindley (R.G.A., England), to Cedric R. Haigh-Howden, elder son of Mrs. O. P. Cave, 39 Irwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1934 Fremantle R.S.L. Advocate. O. P. Cave, Irwin St., East Fremantle... (reference)
1941 Birth on May 16, at Sister-Bathgate's Private Hospital, Staton-road, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Lionel (Chum) Reeves 39 Irwin-street, East Fremantle—a son. Both well. No visitors for seven days. (reference)
1942 Funeral. The Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Lionel Maurice Reeves, of 39 Irwin Street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that the remains of their late dearly beloved only child (Lionel Fred) will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery… (reference)
1944 Birth on February 2, at Sister Bathgate's Staton road, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Lionel M. Reeves (Chum)—a son (Peter John). Both well. (reference)
1948 Engagement. Hilary Claire, only daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. R. Harris, of East Fremantle, to Cyril Norman, only son of Mr. and Mrs. N. Jones, 39 Irwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 Engagement. The engagement is announced of Mavis Myrtle, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. N. Jones, of 39 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, to Harold Webster, only son of Mrs. and the late Mr. R. Farmer, of 20 Barnett-street, Fremantle. (reference)
1951 Silver Weddings. The Son and Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Jones, of 39 Irwin street, East Fremantle, have pleasure in announcing the 25th Anniversary of their parents' Wedding, which took place at the South Fremantle Methodist Church on January 9, 1926... (reference)
1952 Engaged. The engagement is announced of Mavis Myrtle, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. N. Jones, of 39 Irwin street, East Fremantle. To Harry Lewis, youngest son of Mr. W. J. Cooper and the late Mrs. Cooper of 15 Holland street, Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1926 - 1928: Jones, Norman

1929 - 1930: Vacant

1931 - 1932: Nicholson, Mrs V. & Lister, James E. & Cave, Robert C.

1933 - 1938: Jarvis, Henry J. & Lister, James E. & Turner, William & Cave, Robert C.

1938 - 1940: Jarvis, Henry J. & Haigh-Howden, Cedric & Turner, William & Cave, Robert C.

1940 - 1946: Reeves, Lionel

1947 - 1949: Jones, Norm

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40 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

40 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow w Georgian Influences

No 40 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central door and hopper light flanked by double hung sash windows. The facade features a full width skillion roofed verandah supported on timber posts. A vertical timber balustrade spans between the posts. The walls are limestone with rendered quoins and sills. The roofscape features a pair of rendered chimneys. There are concrete stairs from the verandah to the garden.

HISTORY

1925 Bankruptcy. …the Matter of Lionel Daniel Masters, of Irwin-street, East Fremantle, Bricklayer, a Debtor. Notice is hereby given that a Meeting of Creditors of Lionel Daniel Masters, of Irwin-st., East Fremantle, brick-layer, will be held at the Offices of Richard S. Haynes and Co., solicitors, Commercial Union Chambers, 66 St. George' s Ter., Perth, on Monday, the 3rd day of August, 1925, at the hour of 3 o'clock in the afternoon... (reference)
1929 Birth on May 18, at Nurse Bathgate's Private Hospital, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. James (Paddy) Groves, of Irwin-street, Woodside—a son (Leo Thomas Robert). Both well. (reference)
1929 Death on November 15, at Perth Hospital, Caroline, dearly loved wife of Robert Frizzell, of Queen's-road, South Guildford, darling mother of Ivy (Mrs. Davenport, Maylands), Blanche (Mrs. Swinbourn, Whitfield-street, Bassendean), Pearl (Mrs. Groves, Irwin-street, Woodside), and Robert James, South Guildford... (reference)
1950 Death on August 1, at Fremantle Hospital, James (Paddy) Groves of 40 Irwin Street, East Fremantle, loved husband of Pearl, loving father of Leo. Aged 53 years. (reference) James (Paddy), beloved third son of the late Thomas and Emma Groves, 14 George-street, East Fremantle, much loved brother of Minnie (Mrs. Duffield, Thomas-street, Nedlands), Mollie (Mrs. Gilbride, 14 George-street, East Fremantle), Jack (Oakover-street, East Fremantle), George (Canning-highway, East Fremantle), Fred (Sam Groves, Glyde-street, East Fremantle). A wonderful son and brother. Our pal. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1924 - 1926: Masters, Lionel D.

1927 - 1928: Macgregor, William

1929 - 1932: Groves, Patrick

1933 - 1937: Groves, James

1937 - 1938: Grady, Cecil

1938 - 1949: Groves, James

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50 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

50 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Domestic Carpenter Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 50 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The place sits on the corner of Irwin and Fletcher Street. It has thrust bays facing both street frontages. The facade features a part width return broken back roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. A vertical timber balustrade runs between the posts. The half-timbered gable bay features a pair of casement windows under a sunhood. There is a central door flanked by French doors. The roofscape features a brick chimney.

HISTORY

1939 Lumper’s Death. Run Over By Engine. Fremantle Inquest Opened. While cycling to work on February 2 along the roadway behind Victoria Quay, William John Fuller (57), lumper, widower, of Bellevue-terrace, Fremantle, had both his legs cut off when struck by a locomotive returning from the wharf to the railway yards near C shed. He died about three hours later in the Fremantle Hospital. Yesterday an inquiry concerning the fatality was opened before the Acting-Coroner (Mr. F. G. Higham, J.P.) in the Fremantle Courthouse... Oscar George Edberg, of Irwin-street, East Fremantle, a head-shunter employed by the Railway Department, said that about 7.45 a.m. on February 2, he was returning with the locomotive to the railway yards after taking some trucks along side a vessel at C shed. Witness was standing on a step of the engine on the left-hand side and another shunter was standing on a step behind him. The driver and fireman were in the cab. The driver blew his whistle before returning from B shed and again about 20 yards later. Witness had a clear view ahead except for about six feet immediately on the right of the engine. He saw Fuller riding in front and watched him for about 15 yards. He was then about eight or ten feet to the right of the railway track and appeared in no danger so no further warning was given by the driver... (reference)
1939 Lumper’s Death... A finding of accidental death was returned by the Acting-Coroner (Mr. F. G. Higham, J.P.) in the Fremantle Courthouse yesterday, when an Inquiry into the death of William John Fuller (57), lumper, of Bellevue-terrace, Fremantle, was concluded...Sergeant Growden examined the witnesses. Oscar George Edberg, of Irwin-street, East Fremantle, head-shunter whose evidence-in-chief was given last week, was cross-examined when the inquest was resumed yesterday. He told Mr. de Garis that he had been employed on the wharf for 12½ years, and he contended that all the proper precautions had been taken by the train crew. Questioned by Mr. Rudinger, he said that he thought that after the cyclist had swerved towards the locomotive it would have been impossible to avoid an accident. He told Mr. Dunphy that he thought Fuller had a fright from a passing motor truck, and, as a result, he swerved towards the locomotive. At one moment the three vehicles were practically in line, and the accident occurred almost immediately afterwards. At no stage was the locomotive traveling at more than six miles an hour. The Acting Coroner said that the evidence before him was sufficient to enable him to come to a decision as to the cause of death and announced his findings. (reference)
1947 Thirteen new cars have been put on the road in the last week, according to the Police Traffic Office. Several new trucks and waggons were also purchased. Details of their owners are:...Morris saloon: Oscar George Edberg, Irwin Street, East Fremantle... (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1949: Edberg, Oscar

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54 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

54 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar, Bungalow Porch House

No 54 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with an offset gabled roof porch. The porch is supported on masonry piers. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows.

HISTORY

1930 Two Missing Men. Constable Cullen, of Central Police Station, has two similar inquiries in hand. John St. Claire Caine (35), a native of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has been missing from Geraldton since January. He is 5ft. 5in tall, of medium erect build. Roy Reid has not been heard of in Queensland since he left there two years ago for Perth. About four years ago Reid was working for General Motors Ltd. at Roma (Queensland), and later went to Mt. Isa. Returning to Brisbane, he made for Perth. (reference)
1954 For sale Motorcycles. B.S.A. and s.c., 1942, cheap. 54 Irwin-st., E. Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1949: Reid, Roy

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59 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

59 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Californian Bungalow

No 59 Irwin Street is a single storey constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War California Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a half gabled porch. The porch roof extends over the thrust bay and is supported on masonry piers. The half-timbered thrust bay features a set of casement windows. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. The roofscape features a masonry chimney.

HISTORY

1941 Druids' Ball (See photo) The Druids Ball was held at the Embassy Ballroom on October 10. Sitting: Mr. L. Forbes, Mrs. C. Bowker, Mr. G. Forbes, Mesdames L. G. and A. Forbes. Standing: Mr. A. Forbes, Mrs. and Corporal C. Richardson, Mr. C. Bowker. (reference)
1942 Death on August 30 at Fremantle Hospital. suddenly, Graeme Alexander Salter, dear little nephew of Edna and Cyril Bowker. and cousin of June and Barrye; aged 7 weeks. A little bud in heaven. (reference)
1943 Death on September 28, at Fremantle, Ellen Bowker, loving mother of Cyril and Edna and grandmother of June and Barrye. Peace, perfect peace.The Funeral will leave the residence of her son. Mr. C. J. Bowker, 59 Irwin-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1945 Death on November 26, at the Perth Hospital, John William Robson, the loved elder son of Ellen Robson, of 148 Marine-terrace, South Fremantle, and the late Emanuel Robson, formerly of Boulder City. W.A., loved brother of Frank (East Fremantle), Gladys (Mrs. J. Anderson. South Fremantle) Ann (Mrs. Salter, Cottesloe) Edna (Mrs. C. Bowker, East Fremantle), Rita (Mrs. Jo. Munro, Bicton), brother-in-law of Anna, Jack, Cyril and Jack, and nephew of Hendy; aged 49 years. R.I.P. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1938 - 1939: Vacant

1939 - 1949: Bowker, Cyril

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60 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

60 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Simple Bungalow

No 60 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a part width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows. There is a central door flanked by another set of doors. The lower walls are face brick and upper walls are rendered.

HISTORY

1930 The engagement is announced of Alice A, youngest daughter of the late George Harvey and Mrs. M. Adams, 137 Victoria-avenue. North Fremantle to Maurice G., youngest son of the late Edward and Mrs. C. Donovan, 60 Irwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1934 Newcastle-Street Collision. York Man Injured. James McMahon (60), of York, was taken to the Perth Hospital last evening suffering from abrasions to the head and shock, sustained in a collision at the intersection of Newcastle and Fitzgerald streets, Perth. A motorcar driven by Francis Frederick White, of Mears-street, York, with James McMahon, as passenger, was travelling west along Newcastle-street at 5.40 p.m. when it collided with another car driven by Frank Bousfield, of 60 Irwin-street, East Fremantle. The impact threw McMahon out onto the roadway. (reference)
1954 Lost. Binoculars in leather case were left hanging on rail of barricade near William-st., Monday. Reward to finder. Phone L1756 or 60 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1932: Donovan, Mrs. E.

1933 - 1934: Vacant

1934 - 1949: Bousfield, Frank

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62 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

62 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 62 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gable corrugated iron roof. It is a fine expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on brick piers. A gable extends above the verandah. There is a central door flanked by casement windows.

HISTORY

1931 Death on November 9, result of accident, Thelma Wych, dearly beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Wych and loving sister of Ellen (Mrs. Banks), twin sister of Alma, Gus, Arthur, Harold, Charlie and Frank; aged 20 years. (reference)
1931 Public Notices - Xylonite Toilet Set. Winner, No. F16. Eva Johnston, 62 Irwin-st. East Fremantle. (reference)
1932 In Memoriam. Wych. In loving memory of Thelma, accidentally killed at Belmont, November 8, 1931. Ever remembered. Inserted by her loving brother and sister-in-law, Gus and Flo, niece and nephew, Betty and John. (reference)
1934 In Memoriam. Johnson Sacred to the memory of our Dad and Granddad, who passed away October 11, 1932. Lost to life, to memory ever dear. Inserted by his loving daughters and son-in-law, F. and A. Wych, M. and L. Groom and grandchildren, Betty and John. (Reference)
1935 Motorcycle Registration. 2717: Mr. L. Groom, 62 Irwin-street, East Fremantle. B.S.A. (reference)
1936 Negligent Driving. On a charge of negligent driving, arising out of an accident on the Fremantle road, near Canning Bridge, about 9 p.m. on February 21, Donald Alfred Pearse was fined £2 (with £1/2/ costs) in the Fremantle Traffic Court yesterday...Oscar Carlson, a lumper, who came into court on crutches, said that he had parked his car by the side of the road, and was walking back to a fish shop when the accident occurred. He noticed a dim light in front, and soon after became aware of a bright light behind him. He was then struck on the side by a motor car. Pearse stated in evidence that he was blinded by the headlamp of an approaching motorcycle. Called to give evidence, the motor-cyclist, Leonard Groom, said that his lights were dim, as the battery was almost run down. (reference)
1936 Wanted, Two Blocks Melville district, high position, cash. Write Groom, 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1937 Motor Cycle Stolen. A green and black motor cycle, No. 2717, the property of Leonard Groom, of 62 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, was stolen from William-street, Fremantle, between 9 o'clock and 11.30 o'clock last night. (reference)
1946 For Sale. Yacht Skiff Destiny for sale. Apply 62 Irwin-st., East Ftle. (reference)
1947 Musical Instruments. For sale, English iron-frame Piano, even strung, good appearance, £90 cash. 62 Irwin-St., East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 Musical Instruments. English Piano for Sale privately, over-strung, under- damper, £90 cash. 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 For Sale. Wedding Dress, pebble crepe, w. fitting, £10 or near offer. 62 Irwin-st. East Fremantle. (reference)
1948 Engagement. Marjorie Doris, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Warren, of 9 Petra-street, Palmyra to John Hugh, only son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Wych, of 62 Irwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1948 For Sale. Yacht, 16ft., decked, all gear, good sails, £45 or near offer. Sunday morning 62 Irwin-st., East Ftle., also skiff spinnaker, new, £8. (reference)
1950 For Sale. Skiff Gear, Sails and Mast. Apply 62 Irwin-st., E. Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Holiday Resorts. Caravan, 4 berth, for Hire at Mandurah. 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1950 For sale Auto Cycle, 1945, running order, lic. till Dec., £23 or best offer. 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 For Sale. Skiff, sails, mast and gear. 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle, after 5 p.m. (reference)
1951 For sale Motorcycle, - Ariel. 1938, good condition, tyres good. 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle, after 5 p.m. (reference)
1951 Death on May 23. suddenly, at R.P.H., Alma SIMPSON, dearly beloved twin daughter of Julia and the late Augustus Wych. Always sweet memories. (reference)
1951 Lost Collie, Answers name Ted. Please reply John Wych, 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. Reward. L1756. (reference)
1952 Mandurah, Caravans for hire from Mon 7th Jan. 2, 3 and 4 berth. Wych, 62 Irwin-st., E. Fremantle. (reference)
1953 Four berth Caravan for hire at Mandurah. Apply 62 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1953 Death. In loving memory of my dear beloved third son of Julia and late Augustus Wych, died suddenly. R.P.H., Aug 7. His work nobly done. (reference)

1966 Theresa and Vincent Cunningham were milk vendors in East Fremantle for 30 yrs from 1958-1988. They traded as VT & TD Cunningham and rented here with seven children in 1969 before moving to Staton Road. (see Notable People)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1932: Wych, Angus G.

1933 - 1953: Wych, Augustus

1966-1971 Theresa and Vincent Cunningham -milk vendors

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63 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

63 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 63 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick house with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a full width return hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts on masonry piers. The gable bay is partially clad in weatherboards and features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door flanked by casement windows.

HISTORY

1945 Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Seubert have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their only daughter, Rona (Joyce), to William James (RN), only son of Mrs W. J. Stephens and the late Mr Stephens, of Kelmscott, St Helens road. Swansea, Wales. (reference)
1947 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. H. Seubert, 63 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their niece, Mona Lorraine, eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Dawson, to Robert John, youngest son of Mrs. E. M. Foster and the late Mr. A. Foster. of Palmyra. (reference)
1947 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. H. Webb, of Pakenham street, Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their eldest daughter, Betty Evelyn to Norman Charles, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Seubert, of Irwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 North-East Fremantle R.S.L. Women's Auxiliary are holding a Garden Fete, tomorrow, Saturday, December 6, at Mrs. Seubert's residence 63 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, at 2.30 o'clock, in aid of amelioration funds. (reference)
1948 Death on June 7, at Royal Perth Hospital. Theresa Harris, loving mother of Agnes (Mrs. H. Seubert), mother-in-law of Horrie and fond grandma of Norm, Rona and Ron Seubert. The Funeral is appointed to leave the residence 63 Irwin-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1949 Miss Rona Seubert, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Seubert, of East Fremantle celebrated her coming-of-age with a party in the East Fremantle Town Hall. (See photo) (reference)
1949 Coming Events. April 7. Friends and members all welcome to a card evening in aid of amelioration funds of the Northeast Fremantle Women's Auxiliary of R.S.L., to be held on Thursday evening, April 7, at the residence of the Hon. J. B. Sleeman and Mrs. Sleeman, Ivanhoe, Ord street, Fremantle. Mrs. H. C. Seubert, Hon. Sec. (reference)
1949 Wanted. single Room and use of kitchen, for widow and child, 4 yrs. Reply to C. Baxter, 63 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Auctions. On the premises, No. 63 Irwin-St., East Fremantle. "furness" player piano. "early kooka" gas stove. "new maid" vacuum cleaner. household furniture and effects. A. H. Gartrell, under instructions from the owner, will sell by Public Auction… see list of items (reference)
1950 Engaged Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Seubert have very much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their only daughter, Rona Joyce, of Big Bell (late of East Fremantle), to Thomas Benton Smith, of Motherwell, Scotland, only son of Mr. and the late Mrs. Smith. (reference)
1952 Situations Wanted. New Australian experience as salesman, will do anything. 63 Irwin-st. E. Fremantle. (reference)
1954 For Sale. All new Rolls Viceroy Universal electric Shaver, gentleman's toilet case. Ronson 20 case lighter, 63 Irwin-st., E. Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1949: Seubert, Horace

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64 Irwin Street

January 1, 2019

64 Irwin Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Interwar / Bungalow Porch House

No 64 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a central hip roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on masonry piers. A half-timbered gable extends above the verandah. There is a central door flanked by casement windows.

HISTORY

1920 Social Notes. On October 20, at St.. Patrick's Church, Fremantle, the marriage was solemnised between William Bradford, of the R.A.G.A. Fremantle (formerly of the 12th Battalion) and Myrtle, daughter of Mrs. Barry, of East Fremantle. The Rev. Father Flynn, O.M.I. officiated. The bride, who was given away by Mr. E. Taylor, wore a dainty bridal dress of creme crepe-de-chine, lined with creme silk, and finished with silver beads and georgette, tactfully arranged to fall in roles at the side and clasped with a silver horseshoe... (reference)
1940 Death on November 8, Kathleen Walker, the dearly beloved youngest daughter of the late William and Margaret Barry, of East Fremantle, also fond sister of Myrtle (Mrs. Bradford, of East Fremantle) and Mary (Mrs. McCreery, of Beaconsfield), also fond sister-in-law of Will and Joe, and fond aunt of Mollie, Will, Frank, Roma, John, Basil, Margaret. Denis, Rose, Isabella. Always remembered. (reference)
1946 For sale radio sets and repairs—Dynamic Speaker, 12in., P.M. Speaker, 12in., £5. 64 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 Situations Wanted. Dance to the world's best dance orchestra by having Bradford's Sound System, complete with microphone for dances. etc. Phone L2876 or call 64 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1946 Situations Wanted. Are You Holding A Party, dance or wedding reception, if so make it a success by having Bradfords Sound System, complete with a library of modern and old-time dancing records and microphone. Phone L2314. (reference)
1947 Situations Wanted. Available for dances, weddings, parties. Bradfords Sound System Microphone and Dance Music. Phone L2314 (reference)
1947 Gruesome Find Sequel To Deckhand's 20th Birthday. Death was closely shadowing Ripley as he stepped ashore from the gang plank of the Trident at Fremantle on November 8, to celebrate his 20th birthday. When soldier William Bradford, of East Fremantle, last saw him a few hours before he died, the seaman was sitting on the roadway after alighting from a taxi a few feet from the spot where his body was later found. Bradford told A/SM R. P. Rodriguez that shortly before closing time on November 7, a barman at the National Hotel, Fremantle, asked him if he would show a colored seaman (whom he identified later as Omer, at a line-up aboard the Trident) where to get a taxi. As he was taking Omer to the railway station rank, he saw Ripley, who "appeared to be very drunk", staggering across the footpath in Market-Street. Omer, Bradford said, took Ripley by one arm and then walked him over to a taxi. Bradford added that when he told taxi driver Joseph Davies to drive the 2 men to North Wharf, Davies refused to do so at first unless he accompanied them also. Ripley pulled a wallet from his pocket, and Bradford told him to put it back. After Davies had promised to drive him home to East Fremantle afterwards, Bradford said he got into the front seat of the taxi and Ripley and Omer climbed into the rear. Then, at Omer's request, they drove to a cafe in High-st, where Omer collected 6 bottles of beer which he had left there previously. They then drove to North Wharf, pulled up near where Ripley's battered body was later discovered. As Omer stepped from the taxi, Bradford added, one of the bottles of beer he was carrying slipped from the parcel and shattered on the roadway. Omer, he said, appeared to be sober. (reference)
1947 Lineups On Trident. Following the early-morning discovery of Ripley's body, PCC Sgt. George Robert Johnson drove into Fremantle to find taxi-driver Joseph Davies. From there, with Davies and Det. W. Neilson, he went to East Fremantle to locate soldier William Bradford. Returning to North Wharf, Johnson saw Omer in a police van. Telling to Coroner Rodriquez what he said took place, Johnson said Omer told him he went ashore by himself the previous night. Omer, Johnson added, told him that he returned to North Wharf "with the taxi man. Only the taxi man." Asked what time it was then, Omer replied, "About 8 o'clock." Johnson said he was present on the Trident during a line-up and was also present when Davies touched Omer on the shoulder and identified him as the man who had been in the taxi with Ripley the previous night. Bradford identified him after. Later Omer, according to Johnson, when told that Ripley was dead and that he (Omer) was suspected of having murdered him, stated: "Is that boy dead? Why would I kill him?" After saying "I will tell the truth. My Koran makes me tell the truth," he allegedly gave a statement. (reference)
1951 Death on March 30, at her residence, 64 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, Myrtle Bradford, dearly beloved wife of William Bradford, loved mother of Bill, Frank. Roma (Mrs. G. A. Anderson), John, Basil. Margaret, Dennis, Rose, Isobel and Tom, mother-in-law of Doreen and Gordon, and fond grandmother of Kathleen and Gordon: aged 54 years. R.I.P. (reference)
1952 Motors, Vehicles, Etc. WTD. front right M/guard for '34 Chev. Std. sed. Bradford. 64 Irwin-st., E. Ftle. L1955 (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1949: Bradford, William

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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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68 Irwin Street

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Interwar / Bungalow Porch House

No 68 Irwin Street ‘Slymburn’ is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a typical expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part with hip roofed verandah. The verandah has been enclosed and is supported on masonry columns. The gable bay features a window under a tiled awning.

HISTORY

1928 Accidental Drowning …on December 21…Thomas Callaghan found the body of William Shannon (68) floating in the river near, the Perth Flying Squadron boathouse. At an inquest, conducted by Mr. J. J. Lloyd, Acting Coroner, a finding was returned indicating that deceased met his death by drowning, the cause being unknown (reference)
1943 Silver Wedding. On July 1, 1918, at St. Augustine's, Kilburn, London, by the late Rev. P. H. Leary, Thomas Albert Callaghan (11th Batt, 1st AIF), of East Fremantle, to Adelaide Wittey, of Kilburn, London. Present address: ‘Slymburn’, Irwin street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1945 Gaol For Pillager. Three months' imprisonment was imposed on 53-year-old lumper Thomas Albert Callaghan when he admitted in Fremantle Police Court today a charge of unlawful possession. Mr. F. M. Read, S.M., said that he could not discriminate between Callaghan and others who had been sent to gaol for taking ship's cargo. Callaghan was leaving the wharf on a bicycle about ten o'clock last night when a Harbour Trust patrolman noticed that a billy on the handlebars appeared to be heavily laden. He examined the billy and found 30 galvanised pipe bends and couplings and five more in Callaghan's pocket. Callaghan said that someone had put them in his billy and pocket. Harbour Trust Detective Mann said that Callaghan should not have left work until 11 p.m. The bends and couplings which were worth 1/3 each formed part of a ship's cargo. (reference)
1950 Lost. multicoloured Necklet, between 68 Irwin-St., E. Fremantle Beaconsfield School. Sentimental value. Return above. Reward. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1949: Callaghan, Thomas A.

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War / Bungalow w Federation Influences

No 69 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is a typical expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a gabled thrust bay and a part width skillion roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts set on masonry piers. The half- timbered gable bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. The roofscape features rendered chimneys and finials.

HISTORY

1931 Death on November 8, at her residence, 17 Hubert-street, Victoria Park, Amelia Flint, widow of the late William Flint, loved mother of Harry, Ada (Mrs. W. J. Downing), Annie (Mrs. A. Potts, Kalgoorlie), Will, Ern, Adelaide, Fred, and Percy Flint; aged 77 years. (reference)
1934 The Late Mr. P. E. Flint. Passing of a Popular Portonian. The death last Wednesday of Mr. Percy Edwin Flint, District Registrar at Fremantle, is deeply regretted by a wide circle of friends, to whom his demise came as a shock, even though it was known that he had for some time been in poor health. The late Mr. Flint, who was 53 years of age, came to this State from New South Wales at an early age, and was employed as a clerk for a number of years by Holmes Bros., wholesale and retail butchers at the Port. At the outbreak of the war, he was located at Moora, and enlisted with the 10th Light Horse. Transferring later to the 4th Division Ammunition Corps, he was on active service for practically the whole period of the war. Serving with distinction, and returned to Western Australia very badly gassed. For three years after the demobilisation, he was employed as a farm manager, which position he relinquished to enter the service of Mr James Stevens, a Fremantle land and estate agent. About two years ago he was appointed to the position which he held at the time of his death. (reference)

According to their website Percy Flint Boozery and Eatery at 211 South Terrace, South Fremantle is named after “'Percy Flint -the bloke who used to own the place in the 1930’s.”

1946 Death of Viola Marshall, dearly loved mother of Phyllis (Mrs. C. Eldred) and fond mother-in-law of Cedric; loving grandmother of June, Colin, Margaret, Geoffrey and Alan (69 Irwin-street, East Fremantle). We will always remember you Mum. (reference)
1949 For Sale. Carpet Square, 9ft. a 10ft. 6. 69 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1931 - 1932: Flint, Percy E.

1936 - 1944: McDonald, Keith

1945 - 1946: Eldridge, Cedric

1947 - 1949: Addison, T. E.

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70 Irwin Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar, Bungalow Porch House

No 70 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a hipped roof porch. The porch is supported on masonry piers. The porch has been enclosed. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door under the porch. The roofscape features a rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1933 Situations Wanted. Married Teamster, Tractor Driver, all machinery and implements, open immediate engagement 70 Irwin-st, East Fremantle. (reference)
1933 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mrs. Constance Ellen Halfpenny, of 70 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, dearly beloved wife of Arthur James, beloved mother of George Gerald and John Wilfred, fond mother-in-law of Margaret and Elizabeth, are respectfully invited to follow her remains to the place of interment, the Anglican Cemetery, Fremantle. The Funeral will leave the residence, 70 Irwin-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1937 Tenders. Workers' Homes Board. Sewerage Installation: 8625. House, No. 70 Irwin-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1954 Death on June 28, at Hollywood, John Cyril Frank, dearly loved husband of Mena Frank, of 70 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, and fond son-in-law of Annie and the late Alfred Newman, aged 59 years. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1935: Halfpenny, George

1935 - 1937: Osternes, John E.

1937 - 1949: Frank, John S.

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71 Irwin Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Late interwar, Bungalow Porch House

No 71 Irwin Street is a single storey constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a hipped roof porch. The porch is supported on masonry piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows.

HISTORY

1938 Suburban Residences. Two Open for Inspection. Two new brick residences, one at Floreat Park and the other at East Fremantle, will be open for inspection today and tomorrow. Designed and built by Mr. W. L Pitman at 71 Irwin- street, East Fremantle, a five-room tile roof brick residence will be open for inspection today and tomorrow between 2.30 and 5.30 p.m. The house has a bow-fronted celled front verandah porch with an entrance into a 5ft. stippled textured hall The lounge (14ft. by 13ft.) contains a boxed mantel shelf, brick and synthetic stone fireplace, modern ceilings, wattle texture walls, and Jarrah plate and picture rails A large semi elliptical archway, with pot stands forms the entrance to the dining room (13ft. square). The kitchenette, finished in green and cream enamel, has built-in plate, pot, vegetable and broom cupboards, a tradesman's hatch, built-in wood and gas stoves, canister recess, and washable walls. A modern ceiling and attractive leadlight windows are features of the main bedroom (13ft. by 12ft.), and a built-in linen press is in the second bedroom. The bathroom is fitted with a semi-sunken bath (built in with tiles). and other modern conveniences. Stippled texture walls and indirect lighting are in the main rooms. (reference)
1946 League Football. East Fremantle Impresses Record Crowd. East Fremantle celebrated the unfurling of its 1945 league football premiership pennant at Fremantle Oval on Saturday by outplaying South Fremantle and winning by 39 points. A record crowd of 10,123 saw East Fremantle win by superior teamwork and pace in the second half. West Perth and East Fremantle, the only unbeaten teams, will meet at Subiaco Oval next Monday in a match which will indicate the extent of West Perth's improvement since last year...An experiment in the forward lines was successful. In previous matches Woods, the East Fremantle goalsneak, had revealed his ability to get the ball but could not kick the goals wanted from him. It was decided, therefore, to shift him out to a half-forward flank and to try out C. Ballingall as goalsneak. C. Woods did well in his new position and Ballingall's first three kicks yielded three goals. It was East Fremantle's 18th victory in succession, including 10 matches last season and three scratch matches and five premiership games this year. (reference)
1947 Social And Personal. Mrs. Allan is visiting her niece, Mrs. H. A. Lord, of York. Also visiting Mr and Mrs. Lord recently were Mr. Lord's sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. C. Ballingall, of East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1938 - 1949: Ballingall, Charles

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72 Irwin Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Interwar, Bungalow Porch House

No 72 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in painted brick and rendered brick house with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an expression of the California Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a gabled verandah porch. The porch is supported on masonry piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The gable bay features a set of casement windows under a tiled awning. There is a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. There is a sleep out on the side of the house.

HISTORY

1930 Birth on June 3, at Hillcrest, Harvest-road, North Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Payne, of 72 Irwin-street East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1935 Lost. White Cockatoo, Tuesday night, from 72 Irwin-st, East Fremantle. Ring FM2015; reward. (reference)
1936 Truck Registration. 3883: Richards Bros., Irwin-street, Fremantle, Dodge. (reference)
1938 Truck Registration. 21003: Richards Bros., 72 Irwin-street. East Fremantle. Dodge Truck. (reference)
1941 “We cannot afford to change from Dodge” -say Fremantle cartage contractors. Richards Bros. (reference)
1941 Situations Vacant. Truck Driver wanted, used to brick and sand carting. Richards Bros., 72 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. Phone L1615. (reference)
1942 Bankruptcy. Mr. G. J. Boylson yesterday conducted an inquiry into the transactions of an undischarged bankrupt named Nelson Stevens...Strang, examined by Mr. Reilly. Said that last November he engaged Stevens, by a written contract, to carry out additions to a building in View-terrace, East Fremantle. Stevens made no disclosure of the fact that he was an undischarged bankrupt. While working on the East Fremantle job he ordered considerable quantities of building materials from Harris Scarfe and Sandovers. Ltd...On December 24 witness informed Strang that he would be unable to finish the job, as he expected to be called up for military service. Strang said that he would complete the job himself and would pay for all materials...To Mr. Reilly: Richards Bros., when supplying bricks, sand and blue-metal for the job were informed by witness that he was an undischarged bankrupt... (reference)
1945 Work of Sergeant W. H. Bee who acted as Australian representative for P.O.W. in Stalag 344 was such that some of the men consider his work should have been officially recognised. Ex-P.O.W., Mr. G. E. Richards, of 72 Irwin Street, East Fremantle, has asked the Daily News to place on record his appreciation of the splendid work done by Sergeant Bee. "Sergeant Bee worked 12 hours a day on his job. He had the confidence and sincere respect of every Australian there,'' said Mr Richards "For doing far less, others have since received promotion or distinction in other ways...While we all know that Sergeant Bee worked with no thought or wish for promotion, many of us who know his sterling work, wonder at times just how these affairs are arranged...For meritorious service to his fellow P.O.W., he comes easily first of anyone I know. It is to be regretted that his splendid and unselfish services have not been officially recognised." (reference)
1946 Social Notes. In honour of Mrs. E. Parkinson, wife of the retiring Superintendent of Postal Services, Mrs. J. G. Kilpatrick entertained a number of friends to tea at the June Elizabeth last Wednesday. During the afternoon a presentation was made to Mrs. Parkinson. Among the guests were Mesdames G. E. Richards... (reference)
1947 Toodyay Tattles. By Poppy. Holidaying at the Victoria Hotel are Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Richards. Mr. Richards is the Accountant for West Australia for the Postmaster General's Department. (reference)
1951 Engaged. W. C. Richards, of 72 Irwin street, East Fremantle. have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their only daughter, Joan, to William Jackson, twin son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Sumpton, Pt. Walter-road, Bicton. (reference)
1954 Motor Vehicles. Morris 8/40 1937 roadster, L1615. 72 Irwin-st., East Ftle. After 5 p.m. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1929 - 1930: Fitzpatrick, Michael J.

1931 - 1949: Richards, William

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73 Irwin Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Late Interwar, Bungalow Porch House

No 73 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in painted brick and rendered brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is an expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a hip roofed porch. The porch is supported on masonry piers. A steel balustrade spans between the piers. The porch roof extends over the thrust bay to act as a sunhood. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. There is a garage attached to the north side of the house. The roofscape features a rendered chimney and finials.

HISTORY

1939 For Sale. Pram, clean, in good condition. £1/15/. 73 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1939 To Let. East Fremantle: Modern Home, part furnished, 3 months, from June 1. 25/ to approved tenant. Apply 73 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1939 Car registered. 21465: A. R. Fullston, 73 Irwin-street. East Fremantle- International truck. (reference)
1941 Wanted To Buy. Child’s Tin Pram, In-good order, O'Connor, 73 Irwin-st. East Fremantle. (reference)
1950 Public Notices. We Clifford Curnow Bennett of 73 Irwin Street East Fremantle and Garnet Kingsley Somes of 21 College Road Claremont trustees hereunto authorised by the Western Australian Ice and Cold Storage Association Do Hereby Give Notice that we are desirous that such Association should be incorporated under the provisiors of the Associations Incorporation Act 1895.
1. Name Of Institution: The Western Australian Ice and Cold Storage Association.
2. Object Of Association: The protection advancement and furtherance of the interest of the Ice and Cold Storage Industry of Western Australia and of the interests of the members of the Association
3.Where Situated Or Established: at Warwick House. St. George's Terrace Perth
4.Names Of Trustees: Clifford Curnow Bennett of 73 Irwin Street East Fremantle Garnet Kíngsley Somes of 21 College Road Claremont... (reference)

RESIDENTS

1939 - 1944: O'Connell, W. M.

1945 - 1949: Bennett, Cliff C.

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74 Irwin Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Californian Bungalow

No 74 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gabled tiled roof. It is an expression of the California Bungalow style. The place has been extensively modified in the 21st Century. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust bay and a gabled verandah porch. The porch roof extends over the thrust bay to act as a sunhood. The porch is supported on Tuscan columns over masonry piers. A masonry balustrade spans between the piers. The thrust bay features a set of casement windows. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. Additions have been made to both sides of the house in a near matching style.

HISTORY

1941 White lace over satin was favored for the wedding frock worn by Miss Mona Hall for her wedding yesterday to Mr. Herbert J. Ainsworth. The dress was designed with a heart neckline to the bodice, and the full skirt forming a train. Her lace-appliqued tulle veil was held with orange blossom, and she carried frangipani and tuberoses. The bride is the youngest, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sid Hall, of Lefroy-road, South Fremantle, and the groom the youngest son of Mrs. A. and the late Mr. Ainsworth, of Forrest-street, East Fremantle... (reference)
1947 Death on April 22, at Fremantle Hospital Blanche Maude Hall, of 74 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, widow of the late Sidney Hall; loved mother of George, Sid (deceased), Hughie, Thelma (Mrs. G. Hamilton), Jack, Mavis (Mrs.H. Murray), Jim, Peter (deceased) and Mona (Mrs. Ainsworth)...aged 71 years. A tribute to the memory of Mrs. Hall, mother of our member Monnie (Mrs. H. Ainsworth). Deepest sympathy from Wandoo Tennis Club. (reference)
1949 For sale posh Bike, in good order. Apply Saturday. 74 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 For Sale B.S.A. Bantam. As new. 74 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1941 - 1949: Ainsworth, Herbert J.

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75 Irwin Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Decorated Porch House w Arts & Crafts Influences

No 75 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in limestone and rendered brick with a hipped and gable tiled roof. It is an unusual expression of the Inter-War Porch style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a gable bay and a gable roofed porch. The porch features two pointed arched openings, exaggerated corbels and a decorative rendered coating. The porch is supported on stout piers. A rendered balustrade spans between the piers. The gable bay features bay window under a polygonal hipped roof. There is a central door flanked by a set of casement windows. The roofscape features a tall rendered chimney.

HISTORY

1934 The engagement is announced between Edith, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Bousfield, of Kookynie and Fremantle, to Lloyd M. Owen, of Edinburgh, son of Mrs. Owen and the late Mr J. Owen, of East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Bousfield, of 75 Irwin-street, East Fremantle, wish to announce the engagement of their youngest daughter, Vera Jean, to Edward Richard (Ted) Petersen (A.I.F.) eldest son of Mr and Mrs. P. F. Petersen, of 128 Wray-avenue, Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Willis In memory of our beloved Sister, Edna, who left us February 18, 1935. Forever I'll remember. Inserted by Em and Albert. (reference)
1948 Western Australian Charities Consultation. No. 417- Fourth Priza, £100, No. 97390. 'November,' A. E. Willis, 75 Irwin street, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1934 - 1941: Bousfield, F. C.

1939 - 1949: Willis, Albert E.

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78 Irwin Street

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War, Simple Gable Bungalow

No 78 Irwin Street is a single storey house constructed in timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a gabled tiled roof. It is a simple expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a central door flanked by sets of casement windows. The facade features a full width skillion roofed verandah supported on timber posts. A gable is located centrally on the verandah marking the front entry. The lot has been subdivided and a residence built to the rear.

HISTORY

1928 Birth on December 23, at Hillcrest Hospital, North Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Fred W. Moss, of East Fremantle—a daughter (Edna Florence). (reference)
1931 - Wedding On October 31 a pretty wedding was solemnised at St. Peter's Church, East Fremantle, the contracting parties being Millicent May, second daughter of Mrs. H. Moss, of East Fremantle, and Samuel Bagge, of East Fremantle and Wyening, W.A., fourth son of Mr. George Maw, of Sunderland, County Durham, England. The bride looked charming in a white crepe satin dress sprayed with orange blossom. She wore a veil and coronet and carried a bouquet of white roses with streamers. The veil was loaned by Mrs. Florrie Moss...Mr. V. Moss was best man. The bride was given away by her elder brother, Mr. Robt. K. Moss. The wedding breakfast was held in St. Peter's Hall, the guests being received by the bride's mother... (reference)
1934 Birth at Nurse Bathgate's Private Hospital, Staton-road, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Constantine, of Fremantle—a son (Alan Graham). Both well. (reference)
1935 Death on April 24, Edward James, dearly loved infant son of John and Doris Pattinson, aged five days. (reference)
1939 Maid For Trial On £77 Theft Charge. The allegation that a domestic "cleared out" from a Nedlands home with £77 worth of clothing and household articles while her employer was out, was made in the Perth Police Court today. Stockily-built, 36-year-old Harriet Ivy Reid was committed for trial on a charge of having stolen clothing and other goods from James George Darby, manufacturers' agent. The woman is alleged to have "cloaked" two suitcases containing clothing at the Fremantle and Claremont railway stations...John B. Pattinson, Fremantle porter, said that on May 28, about 11 a.m., Harriett Reid collected a cloakroom ticket for a case, which she said she had left there the previous evening. She gave the name of Miss Neil... (reference)
1953 Lost. Thurs. youth's maroon Cardigan, Dalgety-st.. E.F., return 78 Irwin-st. Reward. (reference)
1954 Lost. Tuesday. pink and grey Galah, 78 Irwin-st., East Fremantle. Reward. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1933 - 1934: Moss, Frederick

1934 - 1935: Constantine, C. E.

1935 - 1949: Pattinson, John B.