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Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, German Settlers of Doncaster
Information from 'German Pioneer Families in Australia' of early settlers.Information from 'German Pioneer Families in Australia' of early settlers.Information from 'German Pioneer Families in Australia' of early settlers.schramm's cottage, von schramm, max rev., orchardists, thiele, henry, lutheran church, athenaeum, john gottfried, anna may, hanke, louise ida, karoline bertha, ernst john, carl william, finger, karl hernrich, christian benjamin, charles henry, ernest f., caroline emma, august, dorothea, ferdinand, eric, neumann, johanne louise, johann, fankhauser, george, john, schramm, rachel, rhoda, joseph, ada, victor, schramm albert, walter, hubert -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Legal record - photocopy, Council Buys Old House, 1/04/1964 12:00:00 AM
Nunawading Council announced in a prepared press statement that it has purchased a century-old home in Deep Creek Road, Mitcham.Nunawading Council announced in a prepared press statement that it has purchased a century-old home in Deep Creek Road, Mitcham.Nunawading Council announced in a prepared press statement that it has purchased a century-old home in Deep Creek Road, Mitcham.city of nunawading, deep creek road, mitcham, goldsborough, owen, charlesworth, albert roy, schwerkolt, charles clarence victor, jack, mrs. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Rosalie 21st, 1961
Invitation to a Dinner Dance to celebrate the 21st birthday of Rosalie Schwerkolt at Butleigh Wootton in Kew on 17th Mar 1961.schwerkolt, rosalie, charlie clarence victor -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter - World War 1 letter including photo, William Schwerkolt, Letter in 1916 from William Schwerkolt (AIF) in France, 16 July 1916
World War 1 letter from William Schwerkolt, AIF, while in FranceColor photocopy, 2 pages, A4non-fictionWorld War 1 letter from William Schwerkolt, AIF, while in Franceschwerkolt william, schwerkolt charles clarence victor, world war 1, 1914-1918, battle of somme -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document - Letter, Mary Elizabeth Jack, Letter from Mary Jack to Charles Schwerkolt, Oct 1962, Oct 1962
Colour photocopies, A4, covering letter (3 pgs) and an envelope (i pg).non-fictionjack mary elizabeth, schwerkolt charles clarence victor -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document - Notice of Death, Commonwealth of Australia, Telegram of William Schwerkolt's Death, 9 Dec 2016
Commonwealth of Australia telegram Gunner William Schwerkolts death.Photocopy, A4, 1 pgnon-fictionCommonwealth of Australia telegram Gunner William Schwerkolts death.schwerkolt william l, schwerkolt charles clarence victor, world war1, 1914-1918, battle of somme -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Letter, Letter From Mary In Berlin, 25/11/1919
Photocopy of part of a letter from Mary to Charlesnon-fictionPhotocopy of part of a letter from Mary to Charlesjackschowsky mary, schwerkolt charles clarence victor, schwerkolt cottage -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Accessory - Collar Stud
The collar stud belonged to Charles Clarence Victor Schwerkolt (1892-1964). It was worn with a detachable collar on special occassions throughout his life after his marriage in 1929. Charles was father of Rosalie Whalen (nee Schwerkolt).Charles Clarence Victor Schwerkolt handled Mary Schwerkolt's business affairs in order to re-claim Schwerkolt Cottage from Australian Government confiscation during World Wars 1 and 2.A plain nickle plated man's shirt collar studNo inscriptions or markings -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Book, The Waverley Way, 2022
History of Waverley Forklifts over 50 years192 page book outlining 50 years of the Waverley Forklift Company with its origins dating back to August Schwerkoltnon-fictionHistory of Waverley Forklifts over 50 yearsschwerkolt august, schwerkolt carl benno, schwerkjolt wilhelmina, waverley forklifts, schwerkolt charles clarence victor, schwerkolt charles thomas, daley paul -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Equipment - Shoe Last, Cobbler's shoe last, C 19th century
Originally owned by Charles Clarence Victor Schwerkolt.Example of cobblers/shoemakers equipment. Example o domestic equipment.Cast iron cobbler's shoe last. 3 'sizes' - Men's women's, child'sNiliron shoe last c 19th century -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Cecil Rhodes, c1949
In the late 1940s the southern part of Bellbird Dell was untouched virgin bush. From the North the dell was worked by Cecil Rhodes whose father Victor owned the orchards and a cool store on land opposite the Vermont High School. Cecil worked the orchards between the creek and Alorak Road. They grew peaches pears cherries and apples.Black and white photograph of Cecil Rhodes seated on a ladder.rhodes cecil, bluebird dell, orchardists, orchards -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, Victor Rhodes, c1950
see ND4174Black and white photograph of Viictor Rhodes seated on a stool with the hose in hand. Victor was a Vermont orchardist.rhodes victor, orchardists, orchard, bluebird dell -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Johann August Schwerkolt Family Group Sheet, 01/07/2001
Lineage of Johann August SchwerkoltPage listing of the Schwerkolt family tree.non-fictionLineage of Johann August Schwerkoltschwerkolt johann august, schwerkolt emil august paul, schwerkolt louis, schwerkolt augustus, schwerkolt albert william, schwerkolt louis 2, schwerkolt augusta paulina, schwerkolt john william, schwerkolt richard reinhold, schwerkolt carl benno, schwerkolt bertha maria, schwerkolt johann theodor, schwerkolt mary elizabeth, schwerkolt louis ernest, schwerkolt arthur, schwerkolt charles clarence victor, schwerkolt peggy, schwerkolt wilhelmina ann, schwerkolt charles lionel, schwerkolt rosalie, kruse maria catherine wilhelmina, luby jane, both francesca, sandilands john, tanner william, harris myra victoria naomi, both wilhelmina, goodwin abigail, jackschowsky august emil, jack walter -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Functional object - Shopping Bags
Plastic shopping bags used by four business in the Blackburn Shopping Centre. All have advertisement for the different shops printed on them including telephone number.These begs were used to carry purchases and advertise the business.1 Green plastic carry bag from Panache Boutique, Blackburn .2 Black and gold stripped carry bag from Victor's Men's Fashion shop, Blackburn .3 White, red and blue plastic carry bag from Anstees, Blackburn .4 White carry bag with green writing from Love Fortyvictor's fashion for men, anstees supa valu, love forty sporting apparel, blackburn shopping strip, shopping, panache boutique -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, August Schwerkolt and the Cottage, 1998
Typed by Ted Arrowsmith from notes written by Rosalie Whalen, June 1998non-fictionTyped by Ted Arrowsmith from notes written by Rosalie Whalen, June 1998schwerkolt cottage, schwerkolt maria catherine wilhelmina, schwerkolt mary, schwerkolt charles clarence victor -
Mt Dandenong & District Historical Society Inc.
Photograph, The Pig & Whistle, Mount Dandenong
The sketch of the Pig & Whistle would be pre1968 as the gate was remodeled with two white half gates at this time and the ivy removed. The building was purchased in 1968 by the Benash family and renovated inside and out with a white, Tudor style outer facade. It was renamed Tatra Hut. The restaurant was sold again c1975 and became a Reception Centre. This information was provided by Victor Grotaers who was the resident solo-accordionist in 1968 when the new Tatra Hut opened. He recalls the opening night as being a large affair reported by Channel 9 at the time.Copy of a pencil sketch of 'The Pig & Whistle' restaurant at Mt Dandenong. The building still stands but became the Tatra Hut c1968. The sketch is signed H.R. Ham. The sketch shows the front of the restaurant with gate and stone pillars.On front of card: The Pig & Whistle, Mount Dandenongpig & whistle, tatra hut, restaurant, mt dandenong, mount dandenong, sketch, h.r.ham -
Otway Districts Historical Society
Trophy, Otway Football Association, Premiers, 1938, Lavers Hill Imperials, c.1938
In 1938, the Otway Football Association initially comprised Beech Forest, Gellibrand, Wyelangta and Carlisle, but altered when Wyelangta and Johanna amalgamated to form Hill Imperials in May, 1938. In the grand final, Hill Imperials and Carlisle met, with Hill imperials emerging victors 13-4, 82 points, to Carlisle 7-15, 57 points, to become 1938 Premiers.Two-handled urn-shaped cup with knobbed lid. Square bakelite base added later.Otway Football; Association, Lavers Hill Imperials. Premiers 1938otway; football; lavers hill imperials; carlisle; -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
Pay Book
Pay Book - VX134221- Victor George HENSHAWdocuments, ww2, army -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch
FELLOWS A.V
Albert Victor Fellows S/No. #20929 - letter home, service record, etc.ww1, army -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Journal, Newsletter No.145, December 2023
... ] / Suzanne McWha p7-8. St Andrew's College: Mont Victor Road ...The Henty Collection [Significance Assessment] / Robert Baker p1. History News - Tributes: Alison Virginia Kemp (1947–2023), Kay Cole JP (1930–2023), Jane Mayo Carolan 1949–2023) ; New Members / p3-4. As it happened 100 years ago [Burke Road Bridge, Kew Primary School, Wilfred Kent Hughes] / David White (ed) / p4. City of Boroondara Triennial Operational Grant 2023–6 / p4. Berma Sellars 'Bib' Stilwell: entrepreneur, businessman, racing driver / Julie King p5-6. The Jellis Affair: make of it what you will [sexual violence, Victorian legal system, Kew Court of Petty Sessions] / Suzanne McWha p7-8. St Andrew's College: Mont Victor Road / Felicity Renowden p9-10. Good Neighbour "Mickey": Memories of the Kew Railway / James Foley p.11. Membership and Donations / p12.Published quarterly since 1977, the newsletters of the Kew Historical Society contain significant research by members exploring relevant aspects of the Victorian and Australian Framework of Historical Themes. Frequently, articles on people, places and artefacts are the only source of information about an aspect of Kew, and Melbourne’s history.non-fictionThe Henty Collection [Significance Assessment] / Robert Baker p1. History News - Tributes: Alison Virginia Kemp (1947–2023), Kay Cole JP (1930–2023), Jane Mayo Carolan 1949–2023) ; New Members / p3-4. As it happened 100 years ago [Burke Road Bridge, Kew Primary School, Wilfred Kent Hughes] / David White (ed) / p4. City of Boroondara Triennial Operational Grant 2023–6 / p4. Berma Sellars 'Bib' Stilwell: entrepreneur, businessman, racing driver / Julie King p5-6. The Jellis Affair: make of it what you will [sexual violence, Victorian legal system, Kew Court of Petty Sessions] / Suzanne McWha p7-8. St Andrew's College: Mont Victor Road / Felicity Renowden p9-10. Good Neighbour "Mickey": Memories of the Kew Railway / James Foley p.11. Membership and Donations / p12.kew historical society (vic.) -- periodicals., kew historical society (vic.) -- newsletters, kew historical society (vic.) -- journals -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Journal, Kew Historical Society, Newsletter No.131, June 2020
... : a former mansion in Mont Victor Road / Felicity Renowden p4 ...The Things You Keep / Robert Baker p1. History News: McIntyre Lecture / Judith Scurfield p3. Tracing Her Steps / Judith Voce p3. Range View: a former mansion in Mont Victor Road / Felicity Renowden p4. The Remarkable Life of Louis Kahan 1905-2002 / Desley Reid p6. Former Methodist Men's Hall / David White p8. Hallatrow: a notable vila in Studley Park / Robert Baker p10. Membership & Donations p12.Published quarterly since 1977, the newsletters of the Kew Historical Society contain significant research by members exploring relevant aspects of the Victorian and Australian Framework of Historical Themes. Frequently, articles on people, places and artefacts are the only source of information about an aspect of Kew, and Melbourne’s history.non-fictionThe Things You Keep / Robert Baker p1. History News: McIntyre Lecture / Judith Scurfield p3. Tracing Her Steps / Judith Voce p3. Range View: a former mansion in Mont Victor Road / Felicity Renowden p4. The Remarkable Life of Louis Kahan 1905-2002 / Desley Reid p6. Former Methodist Men's Hall / David White p8. Hallatrow: a notable vila in Studley Park / Robert Baker p10. Membership & Donations p12.kew historical society (vic.) -- periodicals., kew historical society (vic.) -- newsletters, kew historical society (vic.) -- journals -
Friends of Westgarthtown
Lamp, paraffin
Clear glass fuel reservoir with radial ribbed design and handle. Glass chimney."Victor" embossed on gallery.lighting, domestic, glass, lamp, lighting. -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph - M F Conlon bakery delivery cart, 1953, Victor Cattoni, 1953
This photo was taken by Victor Cattoni of Ingham in Queensland when he was in Melbourne on his honeymoon in 1953. The donor (his son) knew of no connection between his father and the Conlon family. Victor and his wife, Julia, travelled to Melbourne on the 'Mananda', which had been converted into a hospital ship in 1940. Victor was a motor mechanic and business man in Ingham and later a sugarcane farmer at nearby Abergowrie. Conlon's bread factory was located at 410-412 Canterbury Road on the corner of The Avenue. The site was purchased in 1927 by Michael Conlon and the factory built in 1928/1929. The original Conlon bakery was at 108 Union Road. This became to retail shop until the 1940s with the family involved in both the bakery and the shop. The photo is representative of the era when home deliveries by horse and cart were made by local traders including the baker, green grocer and dairy man. It also documents part of the history of a local business of longstanding.B&W photo of M F Conlon Surrey Bread Factory horse & cart at rest in a street in front of a picket fence.On the rear: "Photo by: / Victor Cattoni / Ingham, North Queensland / 1953" This is the same hand as that on the donation form, so it is presumed to have been added by Ed Cattoni prior to donation to SHHS. there are also photographic processing marks: "Ilford" stamped on the rear of the photographic paper and the number 71.victor cattoni, conlon's bread factory, 1953, canterbury road, factories, horse drawn deliveries, home deliveries -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, A Soldier's Privilege: WW1 Diary of Frederick William Mawson, 2017
This is a transcription diary written by Frederick William Mawson about the day to day activities he got up to during his journey of the first world war. There are a number of photographs throughout the book. His diary entries include references to other soldiers and these have been footnoted and listed in Appendix 2.This is a transcription diary written by Frederick William Mawson about the day to day activities he got up to during his journey of the first world war. There are a number of photographs throughout the book. His diary entries include references to other soldiers and these have been footnoted and listed in Appendix 2.(mr) frederick william mawson, (mr) w. a. j. buckland, (miss) winifred mawson, world war, 1914-1918, (mr) harold black, (miss) beatrice mawson, (mr) william victor bailey wyatt, (mr) aaron wyatt, (mrs amelia dodgshun, (mr) thomas julius atkinson -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Book, William (Willie) Victor Baily Wyatt
William Wyatt was a young soldier, who enlisted in 1915 for World War 1. This is an account of his life during the war until his untimely death at ade 24 in 1917.A 64 page loose leaf in binder of A4 size. photos(mr) william (willie) victor baily wyatt, soldiers, world war, 1914-1918, soldiers - victorian - surrey hills - history -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Sunbury Crescent, Surrey Hills looking towards the corner of Union Road, 1930s, 1930
Date is approximate. This is one of a series of photos donated by Arthur Lyons. Lyons family history: Arthur's father, Fred Lyons initially worked for George Rea's cab service until he set up his own business. He started with a horse and hansom cab but in time he changed over to a motor vehicle and continued his service until 1960. Frederick Adolphus Lyons (1891-1980) was born in Surrey Hills, son of Thomas and Catherine Lyons. He married Elizabeth Ruby Hall in 1918. They lived at 55 Sunbury Crescent. The Lyons’ home in Sunbury Crescent was called ‘Knopshambury’ - this was probably a misspelling of Knockshanbally in Co Kilkenny, the birth place of Fred’s father, Thomas Edmund Josias Lyons (1846-1915). Arthur Lyons was born in Surrey Hills on 12 Jun 1920. He became a motor mechanic / welder and lived his whole life at 55 Sunbury Crescent. The donation was made while he was in hospital. He died shortly afterwards (23 Sep 1990). Donation was finalised by a neighbour, Mrs Florence Ann Armitstead, wife of Glen Victor Armitstead. Glen was a local hairdresser. They moved to 11 Sunbury Crescent after their marriage in 1939. Arthur had no relatives to distribute the material to. The buildings date from circa 1887 and extended some way down Sunbury Crescent. The address was 63 Sunbury Crescent on the corner of Union Road. Built by Albert Mills for the Premier Land Agency; taken over by Timothy Leigh in 1893. The building housed a variety of shops – initially the land agency, but later shops included at various times a fruiterer, florist, carpenter, fishmonger, upholsterer, plumber. However, by the time this photo was taken in the 1930s it was occupied by Triumph Press. The printing industry continued to have a lasting presence. Triumph Press was followed by Surrey Press and in 1970 New Life Publications moved to the site from Abbotsford. It was about this time that this original building was demolished to make way for a modern print works. Gradually the needs of the printing business absorbed other properties along the Union Road frontage. The boy in the photo is Arthur (Tiger) Lyons and beside him is Alf Johnson, the local printer. The Lyons family lived adjacent to these buildings at 55 Sunbury Crescent.Black and white photo of a section of double-storey terrace buildings in Sunbury Crescent Surrey Hills, taken looking towards the corner of Union Road. The bricks are two-toned and laid in herringbone pattern. The verandah on the 2nd story is filled in with cast-iron lacework panels. There are 2 vintage cars in front of the terrace. A young boy sits on the running board beside a man dressed in suit and hat. printers, vintage cars, sunbury crescent, victorian style, union road shops, arthur lyons, arthur frederick lyons, alf johnson, triumph press, surrey press, new life publications, timothy leigh,, albert mills -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Programme - Ephemera, Chatham Primary School Fathers' Club 'Trial by Jury' programme, 16/11/1929
The program describes the performance as 'original burlesque' and was written, composed and produced by A E Woffinden and A W Sutton, members of the Chatham Fathers' Club, to raise money for the school. There were 250 programs printed at a cost of one pound fifteen shillings. This performance starred 21 of the fathers with Mr W Crellin as the only female character, Miss Eileen Flapper. The Chatham Fathers' Club became renowned locally for the quality of its performances, repeats being given to other community organisations. In the publication 'Chatham Past & Present: A Patchwork of People' there is also a photo of the cast taken in the quadrangle of the school. The original program and photo were lent to the school at the time of the 70 year reunion in 1997 by Mrs Jean Lacy (nee Walker), whose father took part as a member of the jury. Many of the performers were also in the formal photo of the Father's Club, taken in February 1928 on the front steps of the school. The original hangs in the school entry foyer and is reproduced in 'A Patchwork of People: Chatham Past and Present'. In relation to names, these are better identified and the following identifications have been reached by referencing this and the 1931 electoral roll. The geographic spread of addresses reflects that when Chatham opened in August 1927, surrounding schools were overcrowded and some families chose to relocate their children. Albert Ernest Woffinden (manufacturer) lived at 14 Banool Road, Surrey Hills. Alfred William Sutton (clerk) lived at 528 Whitehorse Road, Surrey Hills. Mr A Davidson - not found in electoral roll. Walter Dallas Kinross (mechanic) lived at 72 Empress Road, Surrey Hills. Gilbert Leslie (Bert) Rae (sales) lived at 63 Empress Road, Surrey Hills. Mr Joseph P Braddick (mechanic) lived at 1 Northcote Avenue, Canterbury; now Balwyn (NB/ Name is miss-spelt Braddock in the program). Norman Patrick Smart (bt opr) lived at 61 Sir Garnet Road, Surrey Hills. Henry Albert Wysham (show card writer) lived at 9 Northcote Avenue, Canterbury. Mr Sidney Bessant (labourer) lived at 191 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury. William Morrison (teacher) lived at 37 Chatham Road, Canterbury. William Charles Crellin (breadcarter) lived at 59 Empress Road, Surrey Hills. Mr F Parsons - taken as Fred Parsons (bricklayer) lived at 2 Kaarumba Grove, Balwyn. Mr MacDougal (incorrectly spelt in program) is Dougall MacDougall (gas collector) lived at 5 Wells Street, Surrey Hills. Mr A V Webb - not found. Mr McKie - not found. Victor Harold Theodore Clow (civil servant) lived at 4 Talbot Avenue, Balwyn; listed as T. Clow. Mr M Walker (donor's father) not found in electoral roll for 1931; thought to have lived in Sir Garnet Road. Mr McLeod - a number listed in the 1931 electoral roll. Richard Frost (carriage builder) lived at 341 Mont Albert Road, Surrey Hills. Mr Allen - a number listed in the 1931 electoral roll. Mr J Tulloch - not found in the 1931 electoral roll. This is an example of 'home-spun' entertainment and creativity of the era when the sense of community was very real. It is an example of the fundraising efforts undertaken by school communities to provide 'extras' that would later be regarded as 'basics'. For many years the sense of community in this part of Surrey Hills revolved around Chatham school, the Benson Street Methodist Church and the football club, located at the Canterbury Recreation Ground.A photocopy of the programme for the Chatham Primary School Fathers' Club "Trial by Jury" performance on 16 November 1929. It includes the words of the song 'Carry me back to dear old Chatham'. It lists the performers by character and some details regarding the Chatham Primary School Fathers' Club.chatham primary school, chatham primary school fathers' club, theatrical productions, entertainment, albert ernest woffinden, fundraising, alfred william sutton, walter dallas kinross, gilbert leslie (bert) rae, joseph p braddick, norman patrick smart, henry albert wysham, sidney bessant, william morrison, william charles crellin, fred parsons, dougall macdougall, mr a v webb, mr mckie, victor harold theodore clow, mr m walker, mr mcleod, richard frost, mr allen, mr j tulloch -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Fred Lyons and his son Arthur after a hail storm, 1924, 1924
Lyons family history: Frederick Adolphus (Fred) Lyons operated a cab / taxi service in Union Road for several decades. Arthur was the only son of Frederick Adolphus Lyons (1891-1980) who was born in Surrey Hills, son of Thomas and Catherine Lyons. He married Elizabeth Ruby Hall in 1918. They lived at 55 Sunbury Crescent. The Lyons’ home was called ‘Knopshambury’ - this was probably a misspelling of Knockshanbally in Co Kilkenny, the birth place of Fred’s father, Thomas Edmund Josias Lyons (1846-1915).Arthur Lyons was born in Surrey Hills on 12 Jun 1920. He became a motor mechanic / welder and lived his whole life at 55 Sunbury Crescent. This is one of a series of photos donated by Arthur Lyons. The donation was made while he was in hospital. He died shortly afterwards (23 Sep 1990). Donation was finalised by a neighbour, Mrs Florence Ann Armitstead, wife of Glen Victor Armitstead. Glen was a local hairdresser. They moved to 11 Sunbury Crescent after their marriage in 1939. Arthur had no relatives to distribute the material to. The hail storm occurred on 2 December 1924.Despite the poor condition, this is significant because of the clear detail of the Union Road buildings and railway crossing in the background in 1924.Black and white photo of cab driver Fred Lyons with his son Arthur taken at the cab rank near the Surrey Hills station, clearing up after a hail storm in 1924. Fred balances 2 large shovels; Arthur has an over-sized jacket on. The railway gates and overhead lines can be clearly seen in the background. Despite the poor condition, it is a relatively significant photo as it details Union Road buildings and the railway crossing clearly behind it.On back of photo is written in pencil "copied 1996" and in blue pen "2/12/24"railway crossings, hail storms, frederick adolphus lyons, fred lyons, arthur frederick lyons, arthur lyons -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Arthur Lyons in Union Road after a hail storm, 1924, 1924
The hail storm occurred on 2 December 1924. This is one in a series from the Lyons' photo collection. This was gifted to the SHNCHC by Arthur Frederick Lyons, son of Frederick Alphonsus (Fred) Lyons and Elizabeth Ruby Hall, who married in 1918. Fred Lyons died 4/10/1980. The Lyons’ home in Sunbury Crecent was called ‘Knopshambury’ - this was probably a misspelling of Knockshanbally in Co Kilkenny, the birth place of Fred’s father, Thomas Edmund Josias Lyons (1846-1915). Arthur was born in Surrey Hills on 12 Jun 1920. He became a motor mechanic / welder and lived at 55 Sunbury Crescent. The donation was made while he was in hospital. He died shortly afterwards (23 Sep 1990). Donation was finalised by a neighbour, Mrs Florence Ann Armitstead, wife of Glen Victor Armitstead. Glen was a local hairdresser. They moved to 11 Sunbury Crescent after their marriage in 1939. Arthur had no relatives to distribute the material to.Historically significant as it shows clearly the buildings and railway crossing in Union Road.Black and white photo of Arthur Lyons as a child with a shovel in hand taken at the cab rank near the Surrey Hills station, clearing up after a hail storm in 1924. The railway gates and overhead lines can be seen in the background. On back in pencil was "Copied 1996" and also "2/12/1924"railway crossings, hail storms, arthur lyons -
Surrey Hills Historical Society Collection
Photograph, Fred Lyons' taxi decorated for celebrations for Empire Day in 1930s, 1933-1938
Lyons family history: From 1907 a cab service operated from near the railway gates in Union Road. It was established and maintained by Mr C Fraser until c1916. George Rea either took over then or set up in opposition. Fred Lyons initially worked for George until he set up his own business. In time he changed over to a motor vehicle and continued his service until 1960. Frederick Adolphus Lyons (1891-1980) was born in Surrey Hills, son of Thomas and Catherine Lyons. He married Elizabeth Ruby Hall in 1918. They lived just around the corner at 55 Sunbury Crescent. The Lyons’ home in Sunbury Crescent was called ‘Knopshambury’ - this was probably a misspelling of Knockshanbally in Co Kilkenny, the birth place of Fred’s father, Thomas Edmund Josias Lyons (1846-1915). Arthur Lyons was born in Surrey Hills on 12 Jun 1920. He became a motor mechanic / welder and lived at 55 Sunbury Crescent. Empire Day celebrations were held in Surrey Hills from 1906-1911 and revitalised from 1933-1938 by the Surrey Hills Progress Association. Street parades featuring decorated business vehicles and bonfires were a feature. This is one of a series of photos donated by Arthur Lyons.The donation was made while he was in hospital. He died shortly afterwards (23 Sep 1990). Donation was finalised by a neighbour, Mrs Florence Ann Armitstead, wife of Glen Victor Armitstead. Glen was a local hairdresser. They moved to 11 Sunbury Crescent after their marriage in 1939. Arthur had no relatives to distribute the material to. Empire Day celebrations were held in Surrey Hills from 1906-1911 and revitalised by the Surrey Hills Progress Association from 1933-1938. The evening parade of floats, and vehicles both horse-drawn and motorised, proceeded along Union Road to the Surrey Gardens beneath festoons of candlelit lanterns, bunting and flags. The paper flowers used extensively on trade and business vehicles were the result of hours of work by families and friends. The Empire Day Celebrations were a great community event, in some years augmented by bonfires, including the ones in Beckett Park.Black and white photo of Fred Lyons' taxi decorated for Empire Day. The cab is parked in the street and is festooned with flowers and ribbons on the hood, bonnet radiator, running board and in the tyre spokes. Three women stand beside the cab. There are houses in the background. motor vehicles, festivals and celebrations, taxis, empire day, fred lyons, frederick adolphus lyons