James E. Murdoch joined the old Williamstown Volunteer Fire Brigade in 1880 and was captain when the WVFB was disbanded in 1891, on the formation of the Metropolitan Fire Brigade in 1892. James Murdoch married Eliza gurney in May1884, and the wedding took place in the house in which his wife was born, in Russell place, North Williamstown. He was one of the founders of the old Williamstonians' Society, and held the roles of vice-president, and president for two years. He was also a member of the board of management of the North Williamstown Presbyterian Church, of which he was a trustee and treasurer for over twenty-three years. source: Williamstown Chronicle Article 25 July 1936. williamston volunteer fire brigade, joseph murdoch

In his Williamstown Volunteer Fire Brigade Uniform. Married Theresa Gurney captain henry ray wilson, williamston volunteer fire brigade, theresa gurney