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 and Lily 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 68 Park Street, Hawthorn
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.

Physical description

A black & white photocopy image of Lily Vipond Mair (nee Deakin) taken from a photo.

Inscriptions & markings

On rear in grey lead pencil: "Lily Vipond Mair / (nee Deakin) / aged about 50 / (5.7.1890-1943)"