Photograph, Anderson Family, 1938

Historical information

Wilhelmena, born 1856 on the ship "Wilhelmena" en route to Australia. Parents Robert and Margaret Anderson. Glen Isla was built in 1868 (added to in 1887-88) to become a Boarding House, run by Wilhelmena. Married James Young, became first Sewing Mistress at the Phillip Island School. died 20/09/1938.

Physical description

Wilhelmena Young seated in cane chair, covered with shawl. Home Glen Isla in background, shortly before her death.

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