Photograph - J Newman blacksmith and wheelwright, circa 1980

Historical information

James' father & mother were one the district's early settlers who settled in Albion (Now Sunshine North).

James was born in Braybrook and became a blacksmith by trade.

He opened a blacksmith and Wheelwright Business in Ballarat Road near the intersection of Duke Street. His brother Alexander opened up a blacksmith shop in Ballarat Road Deer Park.

Physical description

Photograph of men with horse and cart standing in front of building with sign reading J Newman Blacksmith and Wheelwright

Inscriptions & markings

J Newman blacksmith and wheelwright

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