Historical information

This photograph is of Toby Nixon (Percival Charles Nixon) and Lexie Nixon, his sister. It was taken at the Roll Call for the "Back To Orbost" celebrations in 1937.
Toby Nixon was born on 27.3.1902. He was the of George and Emily Nixon. Married to Grace Forbes, he farmed maize at Jarrahmond as well as wheat at Buchan. He was an active member of the Maize Growers Association, helping to create the Maize Board. He was also a director of the Seed Bean Board for many years.
His sister, Lexie, married Edward Fortescue Abbott.
(more information in "From White Knowle to Pumpkin Point" by Peter Nixon.)

Significance

This photograph is associated with the Nixon family which contributed greatly to the history of the Orbost district. Toby Nixon was a well-respected Orbost identity.

Physical description

A black / white photograph of a man and a woman on a horse. Behind them is a foal.