Historical information

David Miller (Dave) Mair (1879-1938) married Lily Vipond Deakin (1890-1945) in 1910. They had 5 children: Geoffrey David (1913-1970), Beryl (1916-1976), Gwynneth (1917-1997), Isabel Lillian (1921-1997) and Shirley Inez (1928-1968).
Personal communication from Laurie Newton, Beryl's daughter: Dave andLily initially lived in East Melbourne after they married. Dave walked across the gardens to work at the MCG. He never drove or owned a car. Geoffrey, Beryl and Gwynneth were born in East Melbourne. They subsequently moved to Louise Avenue, Mont Albert and Isabel may have been born while they were there. Later they purchased 20 Barton Street, Mont Albert. Shirley was born after they moved to Barton Street.
Electoral roll details:
1919
1922 24 Louise Avenue, Mont Albert
1924 20 Barton Street, Mont Albert
Dave Mair was a very keen sportsman.
This is part of a large donation of material from the Deakin, Mair and Young families.

Significance

The Deakin, Mair and Young families had many connections with Mont Albert and Surrey Hills.

Physical description

A post card type sepia photo of a 3 children posed formally in a studio. All are seated on cushions on the floor with a backdrop imitating formal panelling with drapery and a door. The boy on the left is wearing shorts, shirt and tie and is smiling. The infant in the middle is in a dress, without shoes and is sitting unaided. The girl on the right looks serious and may be holding something in her left hand as it is not fully visible.

Inscriptions & markings

On rear: "Geoff Gwen Beryl" in blue biro. Thought to be Beryl Mair's handwriting.