Nora Fitzgerald

F, #396, d. 9 Aug 1932
Nora Halford nee Fitzgerald
Married NameNora Halford. 
Marriage-Notice*9 Feb 1899 ENGAGEMENT. A MARRIAGE has been arranged between Dr. A. C. F. Halford, fourth son of Professor G. B. Halford, Melbourne University, aud Miss Nora Fitzgerald, second daughter of Mr. C. E. Fitzgerald, "Kiskeam" Co. Cork, Ireland, and will take place early in March.1 
Marriage-Notice23 Feb 1899 APPROACHING MARRIAGES. THE marriage of Dr. A. C. F. Halford, fourth son of Professor Halford, of Peak Downs Hospital, Clermont, Central Queensland, and Miss Nora Fitzgerald, second daughter of Mr. C. K. Fitzgerald, Kistream, County Cork, Ireland, will take place at Rockhampton on Wednesday, 8th March.2 
Marriage*8 Mar 1899 Spouse: Arthur Charles Frederick Halford. Rockhampton, QLD, Australia, #M1899/C2007 QLD.3,4
 
Death*9 Aug 1932 Brisbane, QLD, Australia. 
Death-Notice*10 Aug 1932 HALFORD. — The Funeral of the late Mrs. A. C. F. Halford, wife of Dr. Halford, and mother of Nora and Britton, is appointed to leave her late residence, Craigston, Wickham Terrace, to-morrow (Thursday) forenoon, at 10 o'clock, for the Toowong Cemetery.
ALEX. GOW.5 
Death-Notice20 Aug 1932 HALFORD—On the ninth of August at Brisbane, Nora, the beloved wife of A. C. F. Halford and motlior of Nora K. and Britton.6 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 6 Apr 1899: DR. A. C. F. HALFORD TO MISS N. FITZGERALD. THE wedding of Dr. Arthur Charles Frederick Halford, M.D., Ch.B., Melbourne University, Surgeon Peak Downs Hospital, Clermont, Central Queensland, fourth son of Mr. George Britton Halford, M.D., Professor of Physiology, Melbourne University, and Miss Nora Fitzgerald, second daughter of Mr. Cornelius Edmund Fitzgerald, of " Kiskeam," County Cork, Ireland, was celebrated on 8th March, at St. Paul's Cathedral, Rockhampton, Central Queensland, by the Rev. Canon Thomas Parker. The bridal dress was of white Indian lawn, trimmed with torchon lace and insertion, sash of white moire silk. Her hat was of white crinkled straw, trimmed with plumes, silk ribbon and chifl'on. The bridesmaid was Miss Marjorie Magee, who wore a dainty costume of French muslin, white hat and pearl spray brooch (the gift of bridegroom). The bridegroom's present to the bride was a diamond brooch and gold muff chain. Dr. S. J. D. Read, of Rockhampton Hospital, acted as best man. After a wedding dejeuner Dr. and Mrs. Halford left for Emu Park, where the honeymoon is to be spent. On their return they will reside at "The Residence," Peak Downs Hospital, Clermont, Central Queensland, The brides travelling dress was a tailor made coat and skirt of blue serge, white brocade vest; electric blue straw hat, trimmed with plumes, spangled wings and ospreys. The following is a list of the presents-—
    From bride to bridegroom, gold ring, chased silver hair brushes. Bride's sister, silver afternoon tea set, vases, ornaments, pillow shams, d'oyleys, portrait enlargement Bridegroom's father and mother, table silver (78 pieces). Bridegroom's sisters (Miss Halford, Mrs J D. Harrison and Miss Flo. Halford), silver toast rack and silver bread platter. Dr and Mrs G. Billing Halford, cheque. Mr and Mrs E. C. N. Halford, silver serviette rings. Mr Maurice and Mr Harry Halford, cheques. Mrs Irvine, breakfast cruets Mrs William Elms, claret jug, Dr Read, cheque. Dr Lyons, clock. Dr and Mrs T. E. Green, silver bread platter. Miss Marks, silver ice pail. Miss Smith, silver and oak pepper grinder. Miss Biggs, silver jam dish and spoon. Miss Mabel Richards, silver mount-d'purse. Miss Noonan, cushion and pillow shams. Miss Warner, glove and handkerchief boxes. Miss Waldie and Miss Mary Waldie, silver toast rack. Miss Durdin, wall pocket and vases. The Nursing Staff of the Brisbane Hospital, with inscription to bride and bridegroom, oak and silver liqueur stand. Miss Winnifried Vidgen, silver serviette ring with monogram, silver knife rests, silver sugar basin and shovel. Mr and Mrs Howard Bliss, silver salt cellars. Mr and Mrs Robert Banbury, silver bread fork and jam spoon. Mr and Mrs R P. Earle, silver Apostle bell. Mr M'Clay, silver card case. Mr and Mrs Percy Bapsford. silver butter dish. Mr and Mrs Thomas, handsome silver mounted stag horn knife rests Miss Maude Nicholson, silver button hook and shoe horn. Mice Bewhay, table cover, Mr and Mrs Harrap, silver hand mirror, powder box, trinket case, perfumes. Mrs Chapman, two sets of d'ovieys. Miss Marjorie Magee, edition ot Tennyson's works. Mr and Mrs G. M. Campbell, portfolio of photographs Mr and Mrs J. Wadley, cookery book. Master Owen and Master Arthur Bliss, china ornaments. Misses Banbury, vases. Mrs J. Mullen afternoon apostle tea spoons and unique cruet. Mrs Deazeley, oil painting Mr Carl Zoeler and Mr D. H Ross (to bridegroom) silver and oak liqueur stand ; to bride, set of grained ivory hair brushes, comb and hand mirror. Besides many other useful and ornamental things. Arthur Charles Frederick Halford3
  • 10 Aug 1932: Mrs. A. C. F. Halford.
    Sincere sympathy will be extended by their many friends to Dr. A. C. F. Halford and his family on the death of Mrs. Halford, which took place suddenly yesterday morning, at about 10 o'clock. The deceased lady had been at her brightest and most cheerful on the previous evening, when she had entertained guests at her home, and up to midnight she was apparently in her ordinary health. Towards morning, however, she became ill, and death followed about five hours later. The late Mrs. Halford, before her marriage, was Miss Nora Fitzgerald, and was of Irish descent. Her happy disposition and generosity in spiritual as well as material matters made her a favourite wherever she went, and she was never known to refuse an appeal for help for those in distress. In addition to much charitable work that never became public, she also was of great service in the maintenance of the Boys' Home, Enoggera, of which she was a committee member for many years. During the war she organised a buffet at Rosemount Military Hospital, and to this work she devoted most of her free time during the most anxious years of the war. The late Mrs. Halford was a foundation member of the Moreton Club, where she was always a popular figure. During the years when she made her home with Dr. Halford at Clayfield, she was able to indulge her love of gardening, and flowers and music were two of the things from which she derived the most pleasure. Mrs. Halford's sister, Miss Fitzgerald, formerly matron of the Alexandra Private Hospital, predeceased her some time ago. The late Mrs. Halford is survived by her husband, one daughter, Miss Nora Halford, and a son, Mr. G. B. Halford.7

Citations

  1. [S14] Newspaper - Melbourne Punch (Vic.), Thu 9 Feb 1899, p16
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/180222970
  2. [S14] Newspaper - Melbourne Punch (Vic.), Thu 23 Feb 1899, p16
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/180223189
  3. [S14] Newspaper - Melbourne Punch (Vic.), 6 Apr 1899, p18.
  4. [S8] Queensland Government Birth, Death & Marriage Indexes.
  5. [S14] Newspaper - The Telegraph (Brisbane, Qld.), Wed 10 Aug 1932, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/183794687
  6. [S14] Newspaper - The Telegraph (Brisbane, Qld.), Sat 20 Aug 1932, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/183799657
  7. [S14] Newspaper - The Brisbane Courier (Qld.), Wed 10 Aug 1932, p14
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/21976751
Last Edited15 Mar 2023

Sarah Maria Priston

F, #400, b. 20 Oct 1838, d. 5 Aug 1923
Father*Thomas Priston b. 1800
Mother*Sarah Hill b. 4 Aug 1808, d. 16 Sep 1849
Married NameSarah Maria Elms. 
Residence "Casely", Salisbury Road, Upper Beaconsfield, VIC, Australia. 
Birth*20 Oct 1838 Newton Abbott, Devon, England, Dec Q 1838 (Newton Abbot) 10 155. Mother's maiden surname: Hill. As Sarah Maria Priston.1 
Note According to online records, Sarah Marie Priston was born at Casely (Farm), Lustleigh, Devon - Sarah must have named the Upper Beaconsfield home after that farm.2,3 
Note1850 Her brother George Wills Priston b. Torquay, England, UK was a professional photographer and chemist, whose business Priston and Small manufactured photographic chemicals and dealt in photographic goods between c. 1864 and 5 October 1867, when he and his partner, Thomas Stephen Small formally dissolved their company. From 1864 to 1866 he and Jabez William Small published Photographic News of the Month, considered to be Australia's first photographic magazine.
His immigration is shown as PRISTON G W, age 30, in DEC 1866 on the LINCOLNSHIRE B 263 002.4,5 
Note*1853 Sarah Maria was a well educated lady and migrated to Australia in 1853 as a housekeeper for her brother. She was interested in women's rights and was a personal friend of Dr. Clisby, the first lady doctor to practice in Australia. Dr. Clisby had to go to the United States for her education and training.6 
Marriage*22 Mar 1862 Spouse: William Elms. St Peter's Church, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, #M232.7,8
Marriage-Notice*25 Mar 1862 ELMS—PRISTON.—On the 22nd instant, at St. Peter's Church, Melbourne, by the Rev. James Gilbertson, Mr. William Elms, formerly of Cork, now of Melbourne, to Miss S. M. Priston, late of Torquay.9 
Land-UBeac*15 Oct 1881 PAK-83. Transfer from Dr Thomas Elmes to Sarah Maria Elms. 20a 0r 14p.10 
Land-UBeac*19 Feb 1884 PAK-83. Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms to John Thomas Cosgrave. 20a 0r 14p.11 
Widow25 Feb 1903Sarah Maria Priston became a widow upon the death of her husband William Elms.12 
Land-UBeac29 May 1903 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms. 78a 1r 9p.13 
Land-UBeac29 May 1903 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms.14 
Land-UBeac*29 May 1903 PAK-221. Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms. 19a 0r 28p.15 
Land-UBeac*17 Feb 1915 PAK-221 (part). Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms to Shire of Berwick. For road.16 
Land-UBeac29 Apr 1918 PAK-221 (part). Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms to Henry Hensman Gibbs. 18a 2r 27p.17 
Death*5 Aug 1923 Casely, 8 Westgarth Street, Malvern East, VIC, Australia, #D11200/1923 (Age 84) (par Thomas PRISTON & Sarah HILL) - as Sarah Maria ELMS.18 
Death-Notice*7 Aug 1923 ELMS.—On the 5th August passed peacefully away at her residence "Casely" 8 Westgarth street East Malvern, Sarah M, widow of the late William Elms, J P. Dearly loved.
ELMS.—The Funeral of the late Mrs SARAH MARIA ELMS will leave the Korumburra railway station Tomorrow (Wednesday the 8th August), on arrival of the train from Melbourne at 10.27 am for the Korumburra Cemetery.19 
Burial*8 Aug 1923 Korumburra, VIC, Australia.20 
Probate (Will)*4 Oct 1923 191/125.21 
Land-UBeac*20 Dec 1923 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms to Arthur William Elms. Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.22 
Land-UBeac20 Dec 1923 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms to Arthur William Elms. Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.23 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
6 Jun 1841Thomas PRISTON (butcher), Market Street, Tormoham, Devon, EnglandAge 324
30 Mar 1851Emily YALLICOM (teacher of French, English, German), Piefsmalls Paradise, Totnes, Devon, EnglandAge 13 - Pupil (born Torquay)25
bt 1912 - 1913Moyarra, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: home duties. With Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms.26,27
19198 Westgarth Street, Malvern East, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: home duties. With Sarah Bamford Elmes, Carrie Elms, Mary Hester Elms.28

Grave

  • Korumburra Cemetery, Korumburra, VIC, Australia

Family

 William Elms b. 1824, d. 25 Feb 1903
Children 1.Arthur William Elms+ b. 27 Oct 1863, d. 18 Sep 1946
 2.Carrie Elms b. 20 Mar 1865, d. 19 Mar 1958
 3.Annie Easter Elms+ b. 21 Apr 1867, d. 20 Nov 1917
 4.Frank Priston Elms+ b. 20 Dec 1869, d. 10 Sep 1945
 5.Hubert Richmond Elms b. 27 Jan 1872, d. 17 Sep 1896
 6.Mary Hester Elms b. 7 Oct 1876, d. 17 Aug 1968

Newspaper-Articles

  • 11 Dec 1891: Elms, Arthur William, Elms William, 315a, No. 55, 110 0 0
    Elms William, 250a, No. 56,
    Elms Marie Mrs., 90a, No. 34a, Jeetho, 100 0 0 William Elms, Arthur William Elms29
  • 9 Aug 1923: The grim hand of death has once more visited this district, and has taken from us an old and respected resident, in the person of Mrs Elms, mother of Mr F. P. Elms, Moyarra. The remains were conveyed here from Melbourne yesterday, and the interment took place at the Korumburra cemetery.30

Citations

  1. [S332] UK - General Register Office Indexes "Birth Dec Q 1838 (Newton Abbot) 10 155. Mother's maiden surname: Hill. As Sarah Maria Priston."
  2. [S50] Miscellaneous Source, https://gramstedt.com/getperson.php
  3. [S83] UK census - viewed on Ancestry "1841 England Census. HO107/253/4/2
    Enummerated at Lustleigh, Devon.
    Household Members: 4
    Ancestry Record ID: 8978::1384676
    The 1841 census lists Sarah's grandparents, Abraham Hill (75) and Ann Hill (65), living at Casely in Lustleigh Devon."
  4. [S50] Miscellaneous Source, http://www.daao.org.au/bio/george-w-priston/
  5. [S36] Inward & outward passenger lists to and from Victoria. Series: (VPRS 14; 7666; 7667; 7786); PROV (Public Record Office Victoria).
  6. [S80] Ancestry - Family Tree, Bradshaw & McCutcheon Family Tree - Owner: Stephen Daniel Bradshaw
    Stephen Daniel Bradshaw added this on 12 Jan 2011
    (gives her birthplace as Casely, Lustleigh, Devon).
  7. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "#M232."
  8. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, Victoria, Australia, St. Peter's Eastern Hill, Marriages, 1848-1955
    Description: Series 02, Register 1861-1863; Reference Number: M2/7.
  9. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 25 Mar 1862, p4.
  10. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1162-361 - Maria Elms of Richmond Gentlewoman - C/T 1296-067.
  11. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1296-067 - John Thomas Cosgrave of Williamstown Shipping Clerk - C/T 1535-951.
  12. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3089/1903 (Age 78) (par Jas ELMS & Mary COOK) - as Wm ELMS, Death registered at Outtrim, Australia."
  13. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  14. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1098-551; C/T 1098-552; C/T 1100-860 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  15. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1164-607 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  16. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1164-607 - C/T 3882-330 - Shire of Berwick.
  17. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1164-607 - Henry Gibbs (Henry Hensman Gibbs) of 39 Harp Road East Kew Bricklayer - C/T 4116-086.
  18. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D11200/1923 (Age 84) (par Thomas PRISTON & Sarah HILL) - as Sarah Maria ELMS, Death registered at Malvern East, Australia."
  19. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 7 Aug 1923, p1.
  20. [S5] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Death Index Victoria 1921-1985 "#D11200 age 84 [par Thomas PRISTON & Sarah HILL]."
  21. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), http://prov.vic.gov.au/search_details
    http://prov.vic.gov.au/search_details
  22. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1098-551; C/T 1098-552; C/T 1100-860 - Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.
  23. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.
  24. [S83] UK census - viewed on Ancestry "Class: HO107; Piece: 229; Book: 11; Civil Parish: Tor Moham; County: Devon; Enumeration District: 5; Folio: 13; Page: 21; Line: 5; GSU roll: 241314."
  25. [S83] UK census - viewed on Ancestry "Class: HO107; Piece: 1874; Folio: 121; Page: 37; GSU roll: 221022."
  26. [S112] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1912.
  27. [S113] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1913.
  28. [S119] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1919.
  29. [S14] Newspaper - Great Southern Advocate (Korumburra, Vic.), Fri 11 Dec 1891, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/210715781
  30. [S14] Newspaper - Great Southern Advocate (Korumburra, Vic.), Thu 9 Aug 1923, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/255866768
Last Edited30 May 2025

William Elms

M, #401, b. 1824, d. 25 Feb 1903

Upper Beaconsfield

William Elms built "Casely" in Salisbury Road, and owned land in the valley below it. He was on of the five trustees instrumental in building the assembly hall. His daughter Annie married one of Dr Halford's sons. The family later owned properties in Moyarra, Gippsland.
Father*James Elms b. 1797, d. abt 1838
Mother*Mary Cook b. 1792, d. 22 Dec 1857
Note William had to leave school early to support his mother, brothers and sisters. He went to London and worked with Keane's military tailors. He had access to an uncle's library and was able to improve his education..In 1853 he was sent by Mr Keane to start a business in Melbourne with Keane's son, so he sailed on the Bloomer with his mother Mary and sister Ann departing Liverpool 19 March arriving Melbourne July 4 1853.
He was farewelled and presented with a book by the Cork Wesleyan Merciful Society on 11 March 1853 when he left to begin his journey to Australia.1 
Residence* "Casely", Salisbury Road, Upper Beaconsfield, VIC, Australia. 
Birth*1824 Cork, Ireland. 
Note*1853 Of Cork, Ireland. Came to Australia in 1853. He was a tailor and in 1853 was appointed official tailor to the 60th Regiment of Foot and charted a 60 ton vessel to take himself, his mother, sister, and brother to Melbourne, Australia. The regiment was the one that fought the miners at the Eureka Stockade. William became a gentleman farmer in the 1880s at Moyarra. He was a leading light in the Victorian Masonic Lodge. His 4th great-grandfather fought for William of Orange at the Battle of Boynein 1690 and was paid off by a grant of land near Cork. William Elms was a member of the Wesleyan Friends Merciful Society of Cork, and on his departure the society presented him with a book on the 11 March 1853. (This book is owned by Ron Elms, who attended the church in Cork on the 11 March 1973.)2 
Civil Case1854 1854/4347 James Edward Keane William Elms Keane Elms and Company v Gordon Evans: Civil Case File., 1 Jan 1854.3 
Civil Case1855 1855/4316 Keane and Elms v M Smallpage: Civil Case File., 1 Jan 1855.4 
Marriage*22 Mar 1862 Spouse: Sarah Maria Priston. St Peter's Church, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, #M232.5,6
Marriage-Notice*25 Mar 1862 ELMS—PRISTON.—On the 22nd instant, at St. Peter's Church, Melbourne, by the Rev. James Gilbertson, Mr. William Elms, formerly of Cork, now of Melbourne, to Miss S. M. Priston, late of Torquay.7 
Land-UBeac*8 Sep 1876Selection: PAK-65. 45a 1r 30p - Crown Grant to W ELMS.8,9 
Land-Note23 Oct 1877 PAK-65. 5 Collins St East, 23 October 1877
Sir, With reference to a communication received respecting a selection held by me in the parish of Pakenham, and withdrawing the license on account of non-compliance with the terms required.
I beg to say that owing to the impassable state of the roads, it has been impossible to get material for the erection of a suitable dwelling for myself and family on to the ground, during the past winter months, but it is my intention to preceed with the work forthwith, and under these circumstances I hope you will see fit to withdrawing your decision and continue my license.
I may add that I have already done a great deal of work to the place, in the way of fencing, clearing, and planting, and also erecting huts and outoffices.
I remain yours obediently, William Elms.10 
Land-UBeac*6 Nov 1879Selection: PAK-63. 19a 1r 30p - Land File 392/49. Selected and abandoned by Rachel Delany Sarah Ann Hubbard. - Crown Grant to William Elms on 4 Dec 1888.11,12 
Land-Note6 Nov 1879 PAK-63. Tailor and Draper, 5 Collins St East. Already owns 46 acres under 19th Section of the Land Act. 
Land-UBeac*27 Mar 1882 PAK-61 (part). Transfer from Charles Lilburn Commins to William Elms. 13a 1r 29p.13 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac7 Dec 1883 PAK-66 (pt Lot 1). Transfer from Arthur Knight to George Britton Halford, William Elms, George Frederick Brind, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, William Henry Goff. 1a 0r 0.8/10p - transfer to new owners as Trustees.14 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac6 May 1884 GEM-D-1 LP2461 (Assembly Hall). Transfer from Thomas Jacques Martin to George Britton Halford, William Elms, George Frederick Brind, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, William Henry Goff. 1a 0r 20p - transfer to new owners as Trustees. This was a gift from T J Martin to the trustees.15,16 
(Mortgagor) Land-Note6 May 1884 GEM-D-1 LP2461 (Assembly Hall): Mortgagee: John Wood Fleming and Gilbert Burn Macintyire - discharged 13 Apr 1891. Mortgagor was George Britton Halford, William Elms, George Frederick Brind, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, William Henry Goff.17 
Civil Case*1 Jan 1888 Civil Case Files (VPRS267)
1888/2279. William Elms v George Craik Daniel Aurisch, 1 Jan 1888.18 
Land-UBeac*8 May 1888 PAK-221. Transfer from Horatio Kelson to William Elms. 19a 0r 28p.19 
Land-UBeac8 May 1888 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Horatio Kelson to William Elms.20 
Land-Note3 May 1889 PAK-63. Application to purchase: Elms gives address as Jumbunna East, Gippsland. Quality of the land: Soil poor and stony. About 4 acres of flat fit for cultivation. The part heavily timbered is clean, the remainder lightly timbered. Stony, in part swampy, rangy. Purpose: for grazing. Resided continuously for 10 years. Elms fenced the land, made a dam about 12 feet square, and a well about 30 feet deep.21 
Death*25 Feb 1903 Moyarra, VIC, Australia, #D3089/1903 (Age 78) (par Jas ELMS & Mary COOK) - as Wm ELMS.22 
Death-Notice*26 Feb 1903 ELMS.—On the 25th February, passed away peacefully , after a short illness, at Moyarra, South Gippsland, William Elms, J.P., the beloved husband of Marie Elms, aged 78.
ELMS.—The Friends of the late Mr WILLIAM ELMS J. P. are respectfully informed that his remains will be intereed in the Korumburra Cemetery.23 
Land-Note*29 May 1903 William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.24 
Land-UBeac29 May 1903 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms. 78a 1r 9p.25 
Land-UBeac29 May 1903 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms.24 
Land-UBeac*29 May 1903 PAK-221. Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms. 19a 0r 28p.26 
Probate (Will)*11 Jun 1903 86/983. William Elms, Residence: Moyarra, Occupation: Grazier, Date Of Death: 25 Feb 1903, Date Of Grant: 11 Jun 1903
This is the last will and testament of me William Elms of Moyarra Grazier
I give and bequeath to my dear wife Marie Elms, all that I possess in Houses, Land, Cattle, Sheep, horses, money, shares, furniture, pictures, and all else for her use and benefit durin gher life, and after her death my two daughters Carrie Elms and Mary Hester lms are to have all I have left to my wife, save and except the land at Moyarra, known as Torwood, which is to be given to my son Frank Priston Elms.
If my son Frank Priston Elms should die before my wife and leave no children, at my wife's death Torwood is to be divided in equal parts between my four children, Arthur William Elms, Carrie Elms, Annie Easter Halford, and Mary Hester Elms.
If my son Frank Priston Elms should die before my wife and have children Torwood is to be divided in equal parts between them, each one to receive his or her share on arriving at the age of say 21 years for males and 18 years for females.
I appoint my wife Marie Elms and my son Arthur William Elms as my executors.
Dated 31st January 1902
William Elms.27 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
1856188 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: tailor. With James Edward Keane.28

Grave

  • Korumburra Cemetery, Korumburra, VIC, Australia

Family

 Sarah Maria Priston b. 20 Oct 1838, d. 5 Aug 1923
Children 1.Arthur William Elms+ b. 27 Oct 1863, d. 18 Sep 1946
 2.Carrie Elms b. 20 Mar 1865, d. 19 Mar 1958
 3.Annie Easter Elms+ b. 21 Apr 1867, d. 20 Nov 1917
 4.Frank Priston Elms+ b. 20 Dec 1869, d. 10 Sep 1945
 5.Hubert Richmond Elms b. 27 Jan 1872, d. 17 Sep 1896
 6.Mary Hester Elms b. 7 Oct 1876, d. 17 Aug 1968

Newspaper-Articles

  • 8 Feb 1853: Arrival of the Bloomer from Australia.
    —Messrs. Gibbs, Bright, and Co.'s packet ship, the Bloomer, arrived at Liverpool yesterday (Monday), from Sydney, after a passage of 95 days, having left Sydney on the 3rd of Norember. She brings £42,800 in gold.29
  • 3 Mar 1853: Clothing for Poor Emigrants.—We understand that through the kindness of Sir Charles Treveiyan, the Rev. James Mackay has received an order for a free passage to Australia for twenty seven poor persons in whose behalf application was made some time ago. As most of them are very destitute, any supplies of clothing for their use would be gratefully received, and might be sent to Mr Robert Mackay, Hamilton Place, Inverness. They must be in Glasgow by the 14th inst., to sail from Liverpool by the "Bloomer" a few days afterwards.30
  • 11 Jun 1853: THE SHIP BLOOMER FROM LIVERPOOL FOR AUSTRALIA.
    The following letter has been received by Mr. John Payne, Dumfries, from his brother, Mr. Charles Payne, who sailed from Liverpool in the ship Bloomer, belonging to Gibbs, Bright and Co., Liverpool, in March last :—
    Ship Bloomer, April 13th, 1853.
    Dear Brother,—I take this opportunity of letting you know how we are all getting on. We got well round Holyhead. One man, aged 55, died of heart disease on the 23rd ult., another died of decline on the 28th. There is a young man laid up in the hospital also with decline, who I do not think will get better. The other passengers on board are all in good health. It blew a fearful hurricane on the 28th and 29th ult., and carried away our main-sail. There are six sea-captains on board as passengers, who say they never saw a ship behave herself in the manner before. The gale could not lay her down. We are in very warm weather at present. In ten days we passed Madeira with a fair wind, and are now got into the trade winds. Though we are 19 days sailed, it seems to me as if it were only one. There is plenty of music on board, singing, dancing, and all sorts of games. The passengers are the finest sorts of people that could be on board of any ship.
    We have sacred music every day, and sermons on Sundays. There are two clergymen on board, one belonging to the English Church, and the other to the Wesleyan body. There is also a doctor of medicine. Captain Allen is one of the finest men I ever met, and is continually with the passengers. There are plenty of provisions on board, far more than we can ever use. You can get ale but no spirits on board without the doctor's order. I can get anything on board I wish, which makes it very pleasant.
    We are now passing the island of St. Antonio, and expect to cross the line in eight days. You will perceive where we are when I am writing, but I will not date the letter until I see a sail. Jane and the children are all well; she was sick two days, but has recovered. Mr. and Mrs. Pringle are also both well. A great part of the crew are from the neighbourhood of Dumfries, who are very kind to us. A great many of the passengers come from Ayr, Kilmarnock, and Glasgow, and various places in Ayrshire. There are cabin passengers. On the 7th inst. a small yacht of about 60 tons with five men on board, passed us, bound for Geelong. We are 150 miles from the line, and having a fair wind, will cross it on Wednesday. I got 10s. from the captain for clipping the sheep on board, 13 in number; so you see, Australian wages are commenced with me already. Many of the passengers have left their wives and families at home, as they intended to return in a few years ; and should I be spared and keep my health, I do not see why I may not do the same. Read this to my father and mother, and give my respects to all friends.—Your brother till death,
    Charles Payne.
    P.S. Ship in sight this day, 13th April; to-morrow we cross the line.31
  • 6 Jul 1853: SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED.
    July 5.—Bloomer, ship, 950 tons, Thomas B. Allen, from Liverpool March 19th. Passengers—cabin : Mrs. Allen, Mr. and Mrs. W. Hamilton, Hart and family, Mrs. Lashford, Messrs. H. Selwyn Smith, P. J. Smith, Parry, Capper, Dr. Seymour Surgeon Superintendent, and two hundred and eighty-five in the intermediate and steerage. O. Browne and Co. agents. Mary Elms, Anne Elms32
  • 9 Jul 1853: SHOULD this meet the eye of Miss Ann Lewis, Geelong, she will hear of her brother, Humphrey, who has just arrived per ship Bloomer, by sending her adress to him at the Wesleyan Immigrants' Home, Melbourne.33
  • 12 Jul 1853: PASSENGERS of the Bloomer are particularly invited to a Supper, on Tuesday Evening, 12th July, at eight o'clock, 26 La Trobe-street, east, Maxsted's previous to their departure for the diggings.34
  • 15 Jul 1853: Friday, 8th July, 1853. (Before Captain Carey, J.P.)
    George Harrison, charged by the master of the Bloomer with being drunk on board on the previous evening and using threatening and violent language. Fined 20s.
    Thomas Fox, for stealing a bag of sugar, was remanded for the evidence of the person to whom he had sold the sugar.
    Thomas Johns, boatswain of the Bloomer, was charged with assaulting the purser on the previous evening.
    The purser proved that the defendant was drunk, and that on all other occasions he was a quiet man. Fined 40s.
    Thomas Jardine, Evan Thomas, James Wakefield, and John Dingle, seamen on board the Bloomer, were charged by the master of that vessel with embezzling ship's stores. The case being fully proved against them, they were sentenced to hard labor ; the first and third for twelve weeks, and the others to eight weeks each.
    Saturday, 9th July, 1853. (Before Captain Carey, J.P.)
    Thomas Fox, remanded from yesterday, for stealing a bag of sugar, was fully committed for trial.
    Several cases of drunkenness were disposed of, and the parties fined from 5s. to 20s. each.35
  • 19 Jul 1853: EX BLOOMER.—Samuel McVicker will have ready for inspection, £1000 worth of Gents' Winter and Summer Clothing, on Thursday, at the tent next to Brown and Co's , William-street, a few doors above the School house. 691536
  • 20 Jul 1853: TWO Pounds Reward. Lost, a small slate colored Isle of Skye Terrier, named Dandy, per ship Bloomer. Any one bringing him to F. G. SMITH, 86, Little Flinders lane, east, will receive the above Reward,
    Melbourne, 18th July, 1853.37
  • 27 Jul 1853: Immigration Office, Sydney, 27th July, 1853.
    IMMIGRANTS PER "BLOOMER."
    NOTICE is hereby given, that the ship "Bloomer" arrived yesterday in Port Jackson, with 172 Immigrants.
    The callings of the adult Male Immigrants and the number of each calling, are as follows, viz.:—Farm Laborers Married 21 Unmarried 5, Shepherd Married 1, Carpenter Married 1, Blacksmith Married 1, Wheelwright Married 1, Masons Married 1 + Unmarried 1, Cartwright Married 1, Shoemaker Married 1, Sawyer Married 1, Schoolmaster Married 1. Total Married 30 + Unmarried 6.
    On Thursday, the twenty-eighth instant, between the hours of 12 and 4 p. m., and following days between the hours of 10 a.m., and 4 p.m., the hiring of the Male Immigrants will be proceeded with on board the Ship.
    Before 12 o'clock in the afternoon of Thursday, the twenty-eighth instant, or at any other times than those fixed, as above stated, for the hiring of the Immigrants, no stranger or person in quest of servants will be admitted, or allowed to remain on board. Strict orders have been given to the Policeman on duty in the ship, to enforce the observance of this rule.
    All applications for servants must be made to the Surgeon Superintendent on board, and the Immigrants will be cautioned against hiring themselves to any person without his sanction, and without a formal agreement, to be signed by the two contracting parties, and witnessed by an Officer of the Immigration Department, who will attend on board of the ship for that purpose.
    Before sanctioning any engagement, the Surgeon Superintendent will be required to satisfy himself of the respectability of the hiring party, either by reference to the Officer of the Immigration Department who will be in attendance; or by such other means of enquiry as may be available.
    No Stranger will be allowed to visit the 'tween decks of the vessel unless accompanied by the Surgeon Superintendent. Any person infringing this rule will be ordered to quit the ship forth The Ship will be anchored off Dawes' Point, and will be provided with an external accommodation ladder.
    H H. BBOWNE, Agent for Immigration.38
  • 27 Jul 1853: The Bloomer has had a long passage from Liverpool. She brings a fine healthy-looking class of immigrants, and the surgeon-superintendent's report is that they have enjoyed excellent health since leaving Liverpool. Two births and two deaths (infants) occurred during the voyage. She brings no cargo.39
  • 30 Jul 1853: KEANE, ELMS and Co, from H. Hill's, Old Bond-street London, and Keane and Turnbull's, Cork, beg to inform their numerous friends and the public, that they have for sale, at their stores, 11, Little Collins-street, east, a large and well assorted stock or gentlemen's clothing, consisting of—
    Best Venetian paletots
    Scotch cloth shooting coats
    Office coats of every description
    Gotha mixed and black frocks
    Best B. S. trousers
    And s large variety of waistcoats.
    These clothes have been made by the best workmen, and are of a superior style and cut. Prices unprecedently low. 11480 James Edward Keane40
  • 6 Oct 1853: KEANE and CO, from H. Hills, 3 Old Bond street London, and Keane and Turnbull's, Cork, beg to inform the military, gentry, and the public in general of Melbourne and its vicinity, that they have opened the premises 188 Elizabeth-street, and have on sale one of the largest, best selected, and most fashionable assortment of London (West End) made clothing ever imported into the Colony of Victoria, consisting of Black and blue superfine frock and dress coats, talms capes, Circassian cloth exonians, Russian crepe paletots, pants cloth, double and single breasted morning coats, a large and varied assortment of trousers, and suitable to the approaching season.
    K and Co. have also on sale a magnificent assortment of Parisian-made Boots and Shoes, Hosiery, Shirts, Pistol-holsters, and other descriptions of goods too numerous for the limits of an advertisement.
    October 4, 1853 James Edward Keane41
  • 10 Mar 1854: KEANE, & Co., 288, ELIZABETH STREET, ARMY AND NAVY TAILORS, Breeches Makers, and Habit Makers, &c. BEG to inform their Friends and the Inhabitants of Melbourne and its vicinity, that from their long experience in every branch of their trade, and being constantly supplied by their house in London with the latest fashions and materials, comprising Superior Saxony, Black, Blue, and Medley Cloths Buckskins, Doeskins, and Cashmeres, Angolas, and Scotch Tweeds, Silk, Cashmere, and other Vestings, Bedford Cords, White and Drab Buckskins of the best quality, and expressly made to their order for Riding Trousers. They are in a position to execute all orders with which they may be favoured with economy and dispatch. 1026 James Edward Keane42
  • 6 Nov 1855: Trade and professional directory: TAILORS AND DRAPERS.
    Keane and Elms, 188 Elizabeth street James Edward Keane43
  • 5 Feb 1858: DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP.—Notice.—The PARTNERSHIP hitherto existing between KEANE and ELMS, tailors, &c., Elizabeth-street, has been, this day, DISSOLVED, by mutual consent. All debts due to the late firm are requested to be paid forthwith. All claims against to be sent in immediately.
    91 feb 9 James Edward Keane44
  • 5 Mar 1858: T. ELMS, having PURCHASED the BUSINESS of the late firm of Keane and Elms, begs to inform his friends and the public that he intends carrying on the business as heretofore, and hopes, by strict attention and moderate charges, to secure a continuance of their patronage and support. 183 Thomas Elms45
  • 5 Mar 1858: NOTICE.—All DEBTS due to the late firm of Keane and Elms are requested to be PAID at once.
    111 mar 5 James Edward Keane45
  • 24 Mar 1858: RIDING-BREECHES and PANTALOONS, at Elms's (late Keane and Elms), 187 Elizabeth-street.46
  • 9 May 1860: ELMS and Co., tailors and drapers, have just opened a splendid lot of WINTER GOODS.
    IRISH FRIEZES and TWEEDS, just received by Elms and Co.'s, tailors, 187 Elizabeth-street.47
  • 16 Jul 1863: ELMS and Co., Military Tailors, beg to announce their REMOVAL to 83 Elizabeth-street, opposite Colonial Bank.48
  • 16 Jul 1863: TO LET, the SHOP occupied seven years by Elms and Co., tailors. Particulars at Hockin's Hotel.49
  • 17 Aug 1863: MAYOR'S BALL.—FANCY COSTUMES to be had at Elms and Co.'s, 83 Elizabeth street.50
  • 13 Oct 1863: TAILORS.—FOREMAN TAILOR WANTED, at Elms and Co.'s, Elizabeth-street.51
  • 22 Oct 1863: TAILORS.—100 HANDS WANTED, at Elms and Co.'s, 83 Elizabeth-street.52
  • 12 Nov 1863: TAILORS.—200 HANDS WANTED, at Elms and Co 's, 83 Elizabeth-street.53
  • 6 Feb 1864: TO VOLUNTEERS.—ELCHO CLOTHES, as worn by the home force, at Elms and Co.'s, tailors. Elizabeth-street.54
  • 23 Mar 1864: SUNBURY ENCAMPMENT.—HAVRESACS can be had at Elms and Co's, military tailors, 83 Elizabeth-street.55
  • 23 Apr 1864: CONTRACTS ACCEPTED. — Elms and Co, supply of uniform caps, with bands as required, for guards and porters, etc, during the remainder of the year 1864. Caps with cotton embroidered bands, 9s each ; with silver embroidered bands, 16s 6d each.56
  • 10 May 1864: LADIES' RIDING HABITS Elms and Co., military tailors and habit makers, 83 Elizabeth-street, opposite Colonial Bank.57
  • 12 Nov 1864: TO PERSONS with MODERATE CAPITAL.—A light and respectable BUSINESS in a flourishing and rapidly-improving neighbourhood, especially adapted to a newly-married couple. Rent free. For further particulars apply to Messrs. Thos. Elms and Co., Elizabeth-street.58
  • 15 Aug 1865: FOR SALE; cheap, a handsome WAGGONETTE, with double harness. Apply Elms and Co., 83 Elizabeth-street.59
  • 29 Aug 1865: FOR SALE, a lady's HORSE, quiet in saddle or harness. Elms and Co , 83 Elizabeth-street.60
  • 23 Jun 1866: A Seven-roomed COTTAGE, garden, stables, &c., three minutes' walk from railway station. Elms and Co., Elizabeth-street.61
  • 11 Feb 1867: ELMS and Co beg to inform their customers and friends that they have OPENED NEW PREMISES at No 5 Collins-street east.62
  • 6 Mar 1867: ELMS and CO., Army Tailors, have REMOVED from 83 Elizabeth-street to 5 Collins-street east.63
  • 20 Jun 1868: HUNTING SEASON.—Elms and Co., 5 Collins-street east, have London-made LEATHER BREECHES for SALE.64
  • 9 Jul 1868: THE PARTNERSHIP hitherto existing between THOMAS ELMS and WILLIAM ELMS was DISSOLVED on the 10th day of December, 1867. All liabilities due by the firm of Elms and Co. prior to that date, will be paid by William Elms, No. 5 Collins-street, to whom all debts due to the said firm are to be paid, excepting those incurred at the Australian Clothing Emporium.
    WILLIAM ELMS. 5 Collins-street east. Thomas Elms65
  • 16 Jun 1869: CITY and SUBURBAN PERMANENT BUILDING INVESTMENT, and LOAN SOCIETY.
    Provisionally Registered under the Friendly Societies Statute, 1865.
    Offices—18 Collins-street east, Melbourne
    PRESIDENT. His Honour Judge Pohlman.
    VICE-PRESIDENT. Herbert James Henty, Esq , J.P.
    TRUSTEES. The Hon. George Paton Smith.
    Henry Box, Esq. J.P.
    Lawrence J. Martin, Esq., M.D.
    William Henry Odgers, Esq.
    COMMITTEE of MANAGEMENT.
    Mr. Robert Byrne, Collins-street east.
    Mr. William Elms (Wm. Elms and Co.), 5 Collins-street east.
    Mr Peter Langwill (Langwill, Craig, and Co.), Collins-street west.
    Mr. John Ferguson, 18 Queen street.
    Mr. Charles Moline, 64 William-street.
    Mr. G. M. Milne (Latham and Co.), Carlton Brewery.
    Mr. John Pigdon, contractor, Carlton.
    Mr. Edwin Sayce, St. Kilda
    TREASURER.
    Henry Gyles Turner, Esq. (Bank of Australasia).
    SOLICITOR.
    Henry Francis Phipps, Esq., Collins-street.
    SURVEYOR and VALUATOR.
    John Flannagan, Esq , 5 Collins street east.
    BANKERS.
    Bank of Now South Walos.
    SECRETARY.
    Mr. G. Y. Fishley.
    Shares, £50 each.
    Entrance fee, 2s. 6d. per share. Subscription, 5s. per share per month. Repayment of loam as may be agreed upon.
    Application for shares may be made at the society's offices as above.66
  • 24 Jul 1869: ELMS and Co , Tailors and Habit makers, 5 Collins-street east.67
  • 5 Aug 1875: CLERICAL and Academic COSTUMES, Barristers Robes, &c., at Elms and Co , costumiers, Collins-street east.68
  • 4 Sep 1875: MILITARY UNIFORMS, academic and clerical Costumes, at Elms and Co., naval and military tailors, 5 Collins-street69
  • 4 Oct 1876: ELMS and Co., OUTFITTERS, Breeches and Habit Makers, 5 Collins-street east.70
  • 20 Jul 1881: From William Elmes and Robert T. Crofts, calling attention to bad state of the Telegraph road, leading from the Gembrook road.-On the motion of Councillor Bourke, engineer to inspect and report to next meeting, with the view of making road passable. Robert Tring Crofts71
  • 6 Aug 1881: ELMS and Co., Tailors and Outfitters, of No 7 Collins street east, having disposed of their business, the whole of their STOCK consisting of woollens, shirts, ties, scarfs, hosiery, &c. will be SOLD regardless of cost, in order to effect a speedy clearance. The sale will commence on Tuesday next, the 2nd August, and continue for four weeks only.
    The inspection of the public is respectfully invited, as the whole of the above stock must be cleared out in four weeks.72
  • 10 Aug 1881: Shire Meetings 6 Aug 1881 Berwick Shire
    THE ENGINEER'S REPORT Stated that he had made an inspection of telegraph road to Croft's and Elmes', and a culvert was required above Barnes's; several trees and stumps should be cleared as far as Crofts'; the remainder was impassable for vehicles owing to its steepness. Robert Tring Crofts73
  • 13 Aug 1881: ACCOUNTS due late firm of Elms and Co. to be PAID to Mr. Elms, 10 Elizabeth-street.74
  • 29 Mar 1882: BEACONSFIELD.—Poultry FARM to LET three furnished rooms ; situation very high. William Elms, 10 Elizabeth street.75
  • 5 Apr 1882: BEACONSFIELD.—Three furnished ROOMS, situation elevated, prospect extensive, fern gullies, terms moderate W. Elms, 10 Elizabeth-street.76
  • 21 Jun 1882: WILLIAM ELMS, 10 Elizabeth street, Estate and Finance Agent. LOANS negotiated, rents collected.77
  • 7 Sep 1882: BEACONSFIELD, Beaconsfield. —— Furnished HOUSES to LET. William Elms, estate agent,
    10 Elizabeth street.78
  • 16 Nov 1882: WILLIAM ELMS, estate and finance agent, REMOVED from 10 Elizabeth street to No 7 Temple-court.79
  • 22 Jan 1883: Houses and Land to let. BEACONSFIELD.—Furnished VILLA, out-offices, garden &c., suitable for large family, terms moderate. William Elms, 7 Temple-court.80
  • 31 Jan 1883: BEACONSFIELD.—Furnished VILLA, out-offices, garden, &c., suitable for large family ; terms moderate. William Elms, 7 Temple-court.
    BEACONSFIELD.—Four-roomed furnished COTTAGE, healthy and delightful situation. Terms moderate. William Elms, 7 Temple-court.81
  • 25 Apr 1883: From William Elms, Temple Court, bringing before the Council the necessity of having the road to Beaconsfield attended to before the winter sets in, the late rains having clearly indicated the deplorable state of things that may be expected if action is not taken in the matter.—Received.
    From R. T. Crofts, suggesting that the Council request the Telegraph Department to remove or burn the timber cut by their workmen whilst erecting telegraph poles to Beaconsfield which now blocked the upper part of the road to vehicular traffic, stating that if open this road would be much used, being much shorter and not so steep; also that Department should bear the expense of removal of the timber.
    Councillor Gibb stated that he had travelled along this road recently and it was impassable.—On the motion of Councillor Bourke, seconded by Councillor Dore, it was resolved that the Secretary write to the Department asking them to remove the timber complained of. Robert Tring Crofts82
  • 10 May 1883: BEACONSFIELD.—Several PROPERTIES to SELL or LET. William Elms, land and estate agent, 7 Temple court.83
  • 9 Nov 1883: BUILDING SOCIETIES.
    The annual meeting of the shareholders in the Universal Permanent Building and Investment Society was held on Wednesday afternoon. The chair was occupied by Captain M'Callum, the president ot the society. The chairman, in moving the adoption of the report and balance sheet congratulated the shareholders on the progress which the society had made during the past year. It would be seen from the balance sheet that the profits on the society's business during the year had amounted to 10 per cent. A dividend of 8 per cent had been declared ; £250 had been added to the reserve fund, making a total of £1,250 ; and £1,357 2s. 8d. was carried forward, to be distributed as a bonus in two years time. The motion for the adoption of the report was carried. The president, vice-president, auditors, one steward (Mr F. G. Hooke) and three members of committee (Messrs William Elms, Emanuel King, and Francis M. White), were re-elected without opposition. A vote of thanks to the chairman concluded the meeting. The Universal Permanent Building and Investment Society84
  • 10 Nov 1883: WILLIAM ELMS, Land Agent. LOANS negotiated. Advances effected.
    Office 10 Elizabeth-street Melbourne.85
  • 17 Jan 1885: BEACONSFIELD.— Noble Block of Land ; creek frontages; splendid view; cheap. William Elms, estate agent, Temple-court.86
  • 9 Mar 1887: From Wm. Elms, Beaconsfield, stating that a culvert lately erected by the Council has caused the storm waters to flow over his land and rendered the approach to his house impassable, and asking that same be-remedied.—Referred to public works committee for Beaconsfield Riding for report.87
  • 4 Dec 1888: UNIVERSAL PERMANENT BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOCIETY.
    Incorporated under the Building Societies Act 1874. PRESIDENT,
    George Shaw, Esq., Flinders-street west.
    VICE-PRESIDENT,
    Horace Perkins, Esq., importer, Bourke-street east
    DIRECTORS,
    James Burston.Esq., maltster, Flinders-street east
    William Dean, Esq., merchant, Flinders-lane east
    William Elms, Esq., Temple-court
    James Holden, Esq., contractor, Fitzroy
    Emanuel King, Esq., auctioneer, Collins-street east
    Charles Pleasance, Esq. chemist, Collins-street,
    AUDITORS,
    William S. Paterson, Esq, R. Manfield Taylor, Esq.
    SOLICITORS,
    Messrs. R. S. Anderson and Son.
    BANKERS,
    Commercial Bank of Australia.
    NEW OFFICES: No. 16 COLLINS-STREET WEST.
    EIGHTEENTH ANNUAL REPORT
    To be presented to the shareholders on Wednesday, 5th December, 1888, at the annual meeting to be held at No. 16 Collins-street west, at 8 o'clock in the evening.
    To the Shareholders of the UNIVERSAL PERMANENT BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOCIETY.
    Ladies and Gentlemen,—Your directors have again tho pleasure to congratulate you upon the satisfactory progress made by your society, and herewith they beg to hand you the annual report and balance sheet made up to 2nd October, 1888, and completing the eighteenth year of the society's operations.
    The amount standing to the credit of Profit and Loss account is £13,775 12s. 9d., which has been apportioned as under : — (continued) The Universal Permanent Building and Investment Society88
  • 2 Oct 1889: Houses and land to let.
    BEACONSFIELD, late residence of Mr. Elms, garden, orchard, 60 acres, splendid views. Messrs. Ham, Swanston-st.89
  • 11 Dec 1891: Elms, Arthur William, Elms William, 315a, No. 55, 110 0 0
    Elms William, 250a, No. 56,
    Elms Marie Mrs., 90a, No. 34a, Jeetho, 100 0 0 Sarah Maria Elms, Arthur William Elms90
  • 26 Feb 1903: Another of the pioneers of this district in the person of Mr. William Elms, of Moyarra, died yesterday. Mr. Elms, who was over 70 years of age, has been ailing for some time, but the end was not anticipated so suddenly. On Tuesday night he took a dangerous turn and died at seven o'clock next morning from heart failure. His remains will be interred in the Korumburra cemetery this afternoon. Much sympathy is expressed for the family, who are well-known, in their sudden affliction.91
  • 18 Jan 1908: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20. UPPER BEACONSFIELD. To Be SOLD at the Room, Broken Hill-chambers, 31 Queen-street, Melbourne. At Half-past Two O'clock.
    MOUNTAIN HOMES.
    Seven BLOCKS OF LAND, Having Respective Areas of 13 to 70 ACRES,
    In the Estate of the late Mr. W. Elms.
    On One Block, with Frontage to Main Road, There is a GOOD WEATHERBOARD VILLA RESIDENCE, with Stabling, and all Conveniences.
    The Other Blocks are Vacant, and Command FINE VIEWS OF THE COUNTRY.
    Plans can be inspecteed at and all particulars obtained from the Auctioneer's Office.
    W. H. ALLARD and Co., 31 Queen-street, City.92

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    1561/49. WILLIAM ELMS, PAKENHAM, 63, 19--1--30, 1 Jan 1877
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  25. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  26. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1164-607 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  27. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Probate and Administration Files (VPRS28) / Wills (VPRS7591)
    86/983. William Elms, Residence: Moyarra, Occupation: Grazier, Date Of Death: 25 Feb 1903, Date Of Grant: 11 Jun 1903
    VPRS 7591/P0002, 86/983; VPRS 28/P0000, 86/983; VPRS 28/P0002, 86/983
    WILLIAM ELMS late of Moyarra in the State of Victoria Grazier deceased.
    STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Assets Real Estate
    ALL THAT piece of land being allotment 56 Parish of Jumbunna East County of Mornington containing about 210 acres on which are erected a seven-roomed weather board house occupied by the widow of deceased and a four-roomed weather board house occupied by F. P. Elms also man's room and barn. The whole of the land is fenced and ten acres thereof is under cultivation. The value of the said land by the Shire of Poowong and Jeetho is £2100
    ALL THOSE pieces of land being Allotments 63, 65 and part of allotment 61 Parish of Pakenham containing 78 acres 3 roods and 36 perches or thereabouts on which is erected a seven-roomed weather board house and stable let at 10/- per week £312
    ALL THAT piece of land being Allotment 221 Parish of Pakenham containing 19 acres O roods and 29 perches or thereabouts upon which there are no improvements £78
    ALL THOSE pieces of land being Allotments 3 9 and 10 Section C Parish of Gembrook containing 52 acres 2 roods 14 perches or thereabouts upon which there are no improvements £210
    Allotment of land situate at Swan Street Burnley having a frontage thereto of 66 feet by a depth of 178 feet upon which there are no improvements £230
    ALL THOSE pieces of land being Allotments 6 and 7 of Section 2 Town of Melton containing One acre or thereabouts upon which there are no improvements valued by the Shire of Melton at £40
    ALL THAT piece of land containing 22 5/10 perches or thereabouts being part of Portion 124 Parish of Jika Jika having a frontage of 83 feet to Henty Street and 74 feet to Albion Street vacant land £140
    Total £3110
    There is also personal estate. Total assets, real and personal estate £4410.
  28. [S101] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1903 - 1980 "listed in the 1856 electoral roll together with James Edward Keane, tailor, shop 188 Elizabeth Street."
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    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/210715781
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Last Edited19 Jun 2025

Arthur William Elms

M, #402, b. 27 Oct 1863, d. 18 Sep 1946
Father*William Elms b. 1824, d. 25 Feb 1903
Mother*Sarah Maria Priston b. 20 Oct 1838, d. 5 Aug 1923
Note* Arthur Elms wrote in Land of The Lyrebird and described in detail the hard life of the pioneer. See pdf copy.1 
Birth*27 Oct 1863 Richmond, VIC, Australia, #B22037.2 
Birth-Notice*31 Oct 1863 ELMS.--On the 27th instant, at Barkly-square, Richmond Mrs. William Elms of a son.3 
Marriage*20 Sep 1893 Spouse: Ada Bonwick. VIC, Australia, #M3984.4
 
Marriage-Notice*5 Oct 1893 ELMS—BONWICK.—On the 20th ult, at the residence of the bride's mother by the Rev Herbert Potter, Arthur William eldest son of William Elms, Esq, J P of Moyarra to Ada third daughter of the late Walter Bonwick, of Hawthorn.5 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac29 May 1903 PAK-221. Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms. 19a 0r 28p.6 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac29 May 1903 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms.7 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac29 May 1903 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from William Elms to Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms. 78a 1r 9p.8 
(Transfer from) Land-UBeac17 Feb 1915 PAK-221 (part). Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms to Shire of Berwick. For road.9 
(Transfer from) Land-UBeac29 Apr 1918 PAK-221 (part). Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms Arthur William Elms to Henry Hensman Gibbs. 18a 2r 27p.10 
Land-UBeac*20 Dec 1923 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms to Arthur William Elms. Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.11 
Land-UBeac20 Dec 1923 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from Sarah Maria Elms to Arthur William Elms. Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.12 
Land-UBeac*20 Dec 1923 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms. 52a 2r 14p.13 
Land-UBeac20 Dec 1923 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms. 78a 1r 9p.14 
Death*18 Sep 1946 Murumbeena, VIC, Australia, #D9960/1946 (Age 82) (par William ELMS & Marie PRISTON) - as Arthur William ELMS.15 
Death-Notice*19 Sep 1946 ELMS.—On September 18, at his home, 4 Hobart road, Murrumbeena, Arthur William, dearly loved husband of Ada Elms, and devoted father of Alfred, George, Edith, and Harry, aged 82 years. (By request, no flowers).
ELMS - The Funeral of the late Mr ARTHUR WILLIAM ELMS will leave his home 4 Hobart road, Murrumbeena, THIS DAY at 2 pm for the Springvale Crematorium.16 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
bt 1912 - 1913Outtrim, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: farmer. With Ada Elms.17,18

Newspaper-Articles

  • 11 Dec 1891: Elms, Arthur William, Elms William, 315a, No. 55, 110 0 0
    Elms William, 250a, No. 56,
    Elms Marie Mrs., 90a, No. 34a, Jeetho, 100 0 0 William Elms, Sarah Maria Elms19

Citations

  1. [S50] Miscellaneous Source, http://www.leongathahistory.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2007/…
  2. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "#B22037."
  3. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 31 Oct 1863, p4.
  4. [S2] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Federation Index Victoria 1889-1901 "#M3984."
  5. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 5 Oct 1893, p1.
  6. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1164-607 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  7. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1098-551; C/T 1098-552; C/T 1100-860 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  8. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - William Elms died the 25th day of February 1903. On the 29th day of May 1903 probate of the will of the said William Elms was granted to Marie Elms of Moyarra, Widow and Arthur William Elms of Beaver Street Malvern Estate Agent as executrix and executor. Dated the 4th day of June 1914.
  9. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1164-607 - C/T 3882-330 - Shire of Berwick.
  10. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1164-607 - Henry Gibbs (Henry Hensman Gibbs) of 39 Harp Road East Kew Bricklayer - C/T 4116-086.
  11. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1098-551; C/T 1098-552; C/T 1100-860 - Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.
  12. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - Arthur William Elms the survivor of the proprietors named herein is now registered as the sole proprietor.
  13. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1098-551; C/T 1098-552; C/T 1100-860 - Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms and Mary Hester Elms both of 8 Westgarth Street East Malvern Spinsters - proprietors as tenants in common in equal shares - C/T 4879-739.
  14. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms and Mary Hester Elms both of 8 Westgarth Street East Malvern Spinsters - proprietors as tenants in common in equal shares - C/T 4879-738.
  15. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D9960/1946 (Age 82) (par William ELMS & Marie PRISTON) - as Arthur William ELMS, born Richmond. Death registered at Murrumbeena, Australia."
  16. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 19 Sep 1946, p2.
  17. [S112] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1912.
  18. [S113] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1913.
  19. [S14] Newspaper - Great Southern Advocate (Korumburra, Vic.), Fri 11 Dec 1891, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/210715781
Last Edited30 May 2025

Carrie Elms

F, #403, b. 20 Mar 1865, d. 19 Mar 1958
Father*William Elms b. 1824, d. 25 Feb 1903
Mother*Sarah Maria Priston b. 20 Oct 1838, d. 5 Aug 1923
Probate (Will)* 531/707. Carrie Elms, Residence: East Malvern, Occupation: Gentlewoman, Date Of Death: 19 Mar 1958, Date Of Grant: 2 Oct 1958.1 
Birth*20 Mar 1865 Richmond, VIC, Australia, #B11032.2 
Birth-Notice*23 Mar 1865 Elms.—On the 20th inst., Mrs. William Elms of a daughter.3 
Land-UBeac*20 Dec 1923 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms. 52a 2r 14p.4 
Land-UBeac20 Dec 1923 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms. 78a 1r 9p.5 
Land-UBeac*19 Dec 1928 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms to W. R. Hume Proprietary Limited. 52a 2r 14p.6 
Land-UBeac*16 Jul 1934 PAK-65.61 (part). Transfer from Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms to Reginald Hawkins Hughes. 58a 3r 19p - paid rates from 11 Jul 1927.7 
Land-UBeac25 Jun 1943 PAK-63. Transfer from Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms to Herbert Stanley Guy. 19a 1r 30p.8 
Death*19 Mar 1958 Melbourne, VIC, Australia, #D3140/1958 (Age 92) (par William ELMS & Sarah Marie PRESTON) - as Carrie ELMS.9 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
bt 1912 - 1913Moyarra, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: teacher. With Sarah Maria Elms and Mary Hester Elms.10,11
19198 Westgarth Street, Malvern East, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: home duties. With Sarah Maria Elms and Sarah Bamford Elmes Mary Hester Elms.12

Newspaper-Articles

  • 16 Jul 1881: CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION. The following is a list of persons who passed this examination:—Carrie Elms, Leigh-house ;13

Citations

  1. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Probate and Administration Files (VPRS28) / Wills (VPRS7591)
    531/707. Carrie Elms, Residence: East Malvern, Occupation: Gentlewoman, Date Of Death: 19 Mar 1958, Date Of Grant: 2 Oct 1958
    VPRS 28/P0004, 531/707; VPRS 7591/P0003, 531/707.
  2. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "#B11032."
  3. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 23 Mar 1865, p4.
  4. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1098-551; C/T 1098-552; C/T 1100-860 - Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms and Mary Hester Elms both of 8 Westgarth Street East Malvern Spinsters - proprietors as tenants in common in equal shares - C/T 4879-739.
  5. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms and Mary Hester Elms both of 8 Westgarth Street East Malvern Spinsters - proprietors as tenants in common in equal shares - C/T 4879-738.
  6. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 4879-739 - W.R.Hume Proprietary Limited of 114 King Street Melbourne.
  7. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 4879-738 - Reginald Hawkins Hughes of Upper Beaconsfield Bank Inspector- C/T 5911-034 (Caveat lodged 20 Jul 1927).
  8. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 4879-738 - Herbert Stanley Guy of Beaconsfield Driver - C/T 6630-850.
  9. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3140/1958 (Age 92) (par William ELMS & Sarah Marie PRESTON) - as Carrie ELMS, born Richmond. Death registered at Melbourne, Australia."
  10. [S112] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1912.
  11. [S113] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1913.
  12. [S119] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1919.
  13. [S14] Newspaper - The Australasian Sketcher with Pen and Pencil (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 16 Jul 1881, p238
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/60622496
Last Edited11 May 2025

Frank Priston Elms

M, #404, b. 20 Dec 1869, d. 10 Sep 1945
Father*William Elms b. 1824, d. 25 Feb 1903
Mother*Sarah Maria Priston b. 20 Oct 1838, d. 5 Aug 1923
Probate (Will)* Frank P Elms. Farmer. Carnegie. 10 Sep 1945. 369/208.1 
Land-Note* Selected land in Jumbunna East.2 
Birth*20 Dec 1869 Richmond, VIC, Australia, #B4648/1870.3 
Birth-Notice*23 Dec 1869 ELMS.-On the 20th inst, at Richmond, Mrs. William Elms, of a son.4 
Marriage*14 Aug 1901 Spouse: Florence Annie Crouch. VIC, Australia, #M4907.5
 
Marriage-Notice*14 Sep 1901 ELMS-CROUCH.-On the 14th August, 1901, at the residence of the bride's mother, "Euston," Dickens-street, St. Kilda, by the Rev. W. A. Quick, assisted by the Rev. O. Dowsing, Frank Priston, second son of William Elms, J.P., of Moyarra, South Gippsland, to Florence Annie, sixth daughter of the late T. J. Crouch, J.P., of St. Kilda.6 
Death*10 Sep 1945 Carnegie, VIC, Australia, #D9227 (Age 75.)7 
Death-Notice*11 Sep 1945 ELMS. —On September 10, at his residence, 13 Poplar grove, Carnegie, Frank P., devoted husband of Florence Elms, and loving father of Ruth, Frances, Hubert, and Leslie, in his 76th year. (No flowers, by request.)8 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
bt 1912 - 1913Moyarra, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: grazier. With Florence Annie Elms.9,10

Citations

  1. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), VPRS 28/P3, unit 4206; VPRS 7591/P2, unit 1295.
  2. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). FRANK PRISTON ELMS, KONGWAK, 19B 19H, 257--1--4
    VPRS 5357/P0000, 10267/42.44.
  3. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "#B4648."
  4. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 23 Dec 1869, p4.
  5. [S2] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Federation Index Victoria 1889-1901 "#M4907."
  6. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 14 Sep 1901, p9.
  7. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888.
  8. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 11 Sep 1945, p2.
  9. [S112] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1912.
  10. [S113] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1913.
Last Edited9 May 2025

Hubert Richmond Elms

M, #405, b. 27 Jan 1872, d. 17 Sep 1896
Father*William Elms b. 1824, d. 25 Feb 1903
Mother*Sarah Maria Priston b. 20 Oct 1838, d. 5 Aug 1923
Birth*27 Jan 1872 Richmond, VIC, Australia, #B11403.1 
Birth-Notice*2 Feb 1872 ELMS—On the 27th ult., at Richmond, Mrs. William Elms of a son.2 
Death*17 Sep 1896 Birchip, VIC, Australia, #D11818 (Age 24) - as Herbert Richmond.3 
Death-Notice*19 Sep 1896 ELMS.—On the 17th September, at Birchip, Victoria, Hubert Richmond Elms, solicitor, youngest beloved son of Maria and William Elms, J. P., of Moyarra, South Gippsland, aged 24 years.4 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 26 Sep 1896: At Birchip, a young solicitor, named Hubert R. Elms, broke a blood-vessel on Wednesday night, and died within an hour.5

Citations

  1. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "#B11403."
  2. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 2 Feb 1872, p4.
  3. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "Reg W chip."
  4. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 19 Sep 1896, p3.
  5. [S14] Newspaper - Ovens and Murray Advertiser (Beechworth, Vic.), 26 Sep 1896, p3.
Last Edited15 Mar 2023

Mary Hester Elms

F, #406, b. 7 Oct 1876, d. 17 Aug 1968
Father*William Elms b. 1824, d. 25 Feb 1903
Mother*Sarah Maria Priston b. 20 Oct 1838, d. 5 Aug 1923
Probate (Will)* 678/016. Mary Hester Elms, Residence: East Malvern, Occupation: Home Duties, Date Of Death: 17 Aug 1968, Date Of Grant: 17 Oct 1968.1 
Birth*7 Oct 1876 Richmond, VIC, Australia, #B25380.2 
Birth-Notice*14 Oct 1876 ELMS. - On the 7th inst, at Richmond, the wife of William Elms of a daughter.3 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac20 Dec 1923 PAK-63.65.61 (part). Transfer from Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms. 78a 1r 9p.4 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac20 Dec 1923 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms. 52a 2r 14p.5 
(Transfer from) Land-UBeac19 Dec 1928 GEM-C-3.9.10. Transfer from Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms to W. R. Hume Proprietary Limited. 52a 2r 14p.6 
(Transfer from) Land-UBeac16 Jul 1934 PAK-65.61 (part). Transfer from Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms to Reginald Hawkins Hughes. 58a 3r 19p - paid rates from 11 Jul 1927.7 
(Transfer from) Land-UBeac25 Jun 1943 PAK-63. Transfer from Carrie Elms Mary Hester Elms to Herbert Stanley Guy. 19a 1r 30p.8 
Death*17 Aug 1968 Malvern East, VIC, Australia, #D19551/1968 (Age 91) (par William ELMS & Maria PRISTON) - as Mary Hester ELMS.9 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
bt 1912 - 1913Moyarra, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: home duties (as Mary Esther). With Sarah Maria Elms and Carrie Elms.10,11
19198 Westgarth Street, Malvern East, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: home duties. With Sarah Maria Elms and Sarah Bamford Elmes Carrie Elms.12

Citations

  1. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Probate and Administration Files (VPRS28) / Wills (VPRS7591)
    678/016. Mary Hester Elms, Residence: East Malvern, Occupation: Home Duties, Date Of Death: 17 Aug 1968, Date Of Grant: 17 Oct 1968
    VPRS 28/P0005, 678/016; VPRS 7591/P0004, 678/016.
  2. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "#B25380."
  3. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 14 Oct 1876, p1.
  4. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1069-756; C/T 1340-906; C/T 2550-898 - Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms and Mary Hester Elms both of 8 Westgarth Street East Malvern Spinsters - proprietors as tenants in common in equal shares - C/T 4879-738.
  5. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1098-551; C/T 1098-552; C/T 1100-860 - Arthur William Elms to Carrie Elms and Mary Hester Elms both of 8 Westgarth Street East Malvern Spinsters - proprietors as tenants in common in equal shares - C/T 4879-739.
  6. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 4879-739 - W.R.Hume Proprietary Limited of 114 King Street Melbourne.
  7. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 4879-738 - Reginald Hawkins Hughes of Upper Beaconsfield Bank Inspector- C/T 5911-034 (Caveat lodged 20 Jul 1927).
  8. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 4879-738 - Herbert Stanley Guy of Beaconsfield Driver - C/T 6630-850.
  9. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D19551/1968 (Age 91) (par William ELMS & Maria PRISTON) - as Mary Hester ELMS, born Beaconsfield. Death registered at Malvern East, Australia."
  10. [S112] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1912.
  11. [S113] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1913.
  12. [S119] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1919.
Last Edited9 May 2025

Florence Annie Crouch

F, #407, b. 27 Apr 1869, d. 27 Nov 1955
Father*Thomas James Crouch b. 20 Dec 1832, d. 4 Dec 1889
Mother*Mary Emma Bloor Turner b. 20 Jul 1835, d. 12 Oct 1904
Probate (Will)* Florence A Elms. Widow. Carnegie. 27 Nov 1955. 500/659.1 
Married NameFlorence Annie Elms. 
Birth*27 Apr 1869 St Kilda, VIC, Australia, #B11984.2 
Birth-Notice*28 Apr 1869 CROUCH.-On the 27th inst., at St. Kilda, Mrs. T. J. Crouch of a daughter.3 
Marriage*14 Aug 1901 Spouse: Frank Priston Elms. VIC, Australia, #M4907.4
 
Marriage-Notice*14 Sep 1901 ELMS-CROUCH.-On the 14th August, 1901, at the residence of the bride's mother, "Euston," Dickens-street, St. Kilda, by the Rev. W. A. Quick, assisted by the Rev. O. Dowsing, Frank Priston, second son of William Elms, J.P., of Moyarra, South Gippsland, to Florence Annie, sixth daughter of the late T. J. Crouch, J.P., of St. Kilda.5 
Widow10 Sep 1945Florence Annie Crouch became a widow upon the death of her husband Frank Priston Elms.6 
Death*27 Nov 1955 13 Poplar Grove, Carnegie, VIC, Australia, #D13721 age 86 [par Thomas CROUCH & Emma TURNER].7 
Death-Notice*28 Nov 1955 ELMS. - On November 27, at her residence, 13 Poplar grove, Carnegie, Florence Annie, beloved wife of the late Frank P. Elms, loving mother of Ruth, Frances, Hubert, and Leslie, loved gran of Robert, Brian, John, Marie, Graham, Judith, and Roger, aged 86 years.
ELMS. - The Funeral of the late Mrs. FLORENCE ANNIE ELMS will leave the chapel of R. McKenzie, 170 Koornang road, Carnegie. TOMORROW (Tuesday), after a service commencing at 11.15 a.m., for the Spring Vale Crematorium.8 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
bt 1912 - 1913Moyarra, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: home duties. With Frank Priston Elms.9,10

Citations

  1. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), VPRS 28/P4, unit 1131; VPRS 7591/P3, unit 120.
  2. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888 "#B11984."
  3. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 28 Apr 1869, p4.
  4. [S2] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Federation Index Victoria 1889-1901 "#M4907."
  5. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 14 Sep 1901, p9.
  6. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888.
  7. [S5] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Death Index Victoria 1921-1985 "#D13721 age 86 [par Thomas CROUCH & Emma TURNER] [reg. Murrumbeena]."
  8. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 28 Nov 1955, p11.
  9. [S112] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1912.
  10. [S113] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1913.
Last Edited9 May 2025

Ada Bonwick

F, #408, b. 1868, d. 21 Mar 1958
Married NameAda Elms. 
Related* Walter Smythe Bayston Walter Smythe BAYSTON and Ada ELMS (nee BONWICK) were 1st cousins. Walter's mother Mary Ann Bonwick was the sister of Ada's father Walter Bonwick.1,2,3 
Birth*1868 Boroondara, VIC, Australia, #B9651.4 
Marriage*20 Sep 1893 Spouse: Arthur William Elms. VIC, Australia, #M3984.5
 
Marriage-Notice*5 Oct 1893 ELMS—BONWICK.—On the 20th ult, at the residence of the bride's mother by the Rev Herbert Potter, Arthur William eldest son of William Elms, Esq, J P of Moyarra to Ada third daughter of the late Walter Bonwick, of Hawthorn.6 
Widow18 Sep 1946Ada Bonwick became a widow upon the death of her husband Arthur William Elms.7 
Death*21 Mar 1958 Dandenong, VIC, Australia, #D22291/1958 (Age 90) [par Walter BONWICK & Mary BRITTON].8,9 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
bt 1912 - 1913Outtrim, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: home duties. With Arthur William Elms.10,11

Grave

  • San Remo Cemetery, San Remo, VIC, Australia, Henry Britton (Veteran Journalist) died 21.2.38 aged 94 yrs. (Ada's uncle)
    Ada Elms daughter of Mary Bonwick died March 1958 aged 90 yrs.12

Citations

  1. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "Walter Bonwick married Mary Britton 1856 Hawthorn VIC
    Mary Ann Bonwick married Henry Bayston 1851 Somerset England.
    Their parents were James Bonwick and Maria Ann Preston (Maria Ann died 25 Sep 1873 in Melbourne, buried with Walter Bonwick and some of his family; James died in 1859/#3641 VIC)."
  2. [S14] Newspaper - Mount Alexander Mail (Vic.), Fri 25 Jul 1856, p4
    Married. At Hawthorne Church, on the 15th instant, by the Rev. W. Wood, Mr. Walter Bonwick, to Mary, eldest daughter of Mr. Britton, of Castlemaine.
  3. [S36] Inward & outward passenger lists to and from Victoria. Series: (VPRS 14; 7666; 7667; 7786); PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), James (63) and Mary Ann (62) Bonwick arrived in Melbourne on the Themis on 1 July 1854 with children Caroline (40), Walter (29, Schoolmaster) and Elizabeth (19).
  4. [S1] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Pioneer Index Victoria 1836-1888.
  5. [S2] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Federation Index Victoria 1889-1901 "#M3984."
  6. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 5 Oct 1893, p1.
  7. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D9960/1946 (Age 82) (par William ELMS & Marie PRISTON) - as Arthur William ELMS, born Richmond. Death registered at Murrumbeena, Australia."
  8. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D22291/1958 - born Hawthorn."
  9. [S80] Ancestry - Family Tree, Sarah Sullivan.
  10. [S112] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1912.
  11. [S113] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1913.
  12. [S345] Index of monumental inscriptions/burials, www.findagrave.com "Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com: accessed 20 October 2020), memorial page for Ada Bonwick Elms (1868–Mar 1958), Find a Grave Memorial no. 137810411, citing San Remo Cemetery, San Remo, Bass Coast Shire, Victoria, Australia; Maintained by Rebecca McIntosh (contributor 48241877).
    Also other family members. Three plaques on large grave."
Last Edited9 May 2025

William Henry Goff

M, #420, b. 31 Oct 1842, d. 28 May 1906
William Henry GOFF
(1842-1906)

Upper Beaconsfield

Mr Goff was the founder of All Saints Grammar School in St Kilda, and built "Harpfields" in St George's Road in 1879. He was one of the five trustees instrumental in building the assembly hall.
Father*William Goff d. b 1855
Mother*Ellen Wright
Place in Upper Beac* Harpfield Road. Harpfield Road was named after the Goff's property 'Harpfields', in 1964. There is road in Beaconsfield called Goff Street. 
Birth*31 Oct 1842 Roscommon, Ireland.1 
xref-link* The History of Harpfields. 
Marriage*30 Dec 1867 Spouse: Helen Rosa Clayton. St Philips, Milltown, Dublin, Ireland.2
Marriage-Notice*31 Dec 1867 MARRIED. On the 30th inst., at St. Philip's, Milltown, by the Rev. J. W. Stubbs, D.D., F.T.C.D., assisted by the Rev. W. H. Flemyng, A.M., T.C D., and Oxon, Incumbent of St. Philip's, Mr. W. H. GOFF, Head Master of the Hon. the Incorporated Society's Day School, Dublin to HELEN ROSA, daughter of JAMES CLAYTON, Esq., Belgrave-road.3,4 
Residence*1868 Goff W. H. head master, Incorporated School, 55 Aungier Street, Dublin, Ireland.5 
Residence1869 Goff W. H. head master, Incorporated School, 55 Aungier Street, Dublin, Ireland.6 
(Migrant) Migration/Travel19 Jan 1871 Sailing with Helen Rosa Goff Harriett Helen Sydney Goff to Port Phillip, VIC, Australia. Ship True Briton sailing from Gravesend
Age 28 - Gentleman.7
Land-UBeac5 Jul 1877Selection: GEM-D-42. 17a 3r 1p - Land File 631/49. Crown Grant to W. H. GOFF on 16 Apr 1879. - SALE 5062, upset £1/ac, value £90.8,9 
Land-Note*1 Dec 1881 GEM-D-42: Mortgagee: The Victoria Mutual Building and Investment Society. Discharged 1 Dec 1885. Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.10 
Residence*1882 "Harpfields", St Georges Road, Upper Beaconsfield, VIC, Australia. 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac7 Dec 1883 PAK-66 (pt Lot 1). Transfer from Arthur Knight to George Britton Halford, William Elms, George Frederick Brind, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, William Henry Goff. 1a 0r 0.8/10p - transfer to new owners as Trustees.11 
Land-UBeac*19 Dec 1883 GEM-D-40. Transfer from Albion Theophilus Walkley to William Henry Goff. 19a 3r 30p.12 
Civil Case24 Mar 1884 1884/820 William Henry Goff v W H Agg
Goff claimed £32.13.9 principal and interest due to him as the payee and holder of a Bill of Exchange - due 1 Dec 1883. Dated 28 Aug 1883 for £31.5.9. Agg paid £24.6.0 on account on 24 Mar 1884, leaving a difference of £8.7.9 plus £4.4.0 costs, total £12.11.9. It is not recorded if Goff recovered the remainder of the debt.13 
(Transfer to) Land-UBeac6 May 1884 GEM-D-1 LP2461 (Assembly Hall). Transfer from Thomas Jacques Martin to George Britton Halford, William Elms, George Frederick Brind, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, William Henry Goff. 1a 0r 20p - transfer to new owners as Trustees. This was a gift from T J Martin to the trustees.14,15 
(Mortgagor) Land-Note6 May 1884 GEM-D-1 LP2461 (Assembly Hall): Mortgagee: John Wood Fleming and Gilbert Burn Macintyire - discharged 13 Apr 1891. Mortgagor was George Britton Halford, William Elms, George Frederick Brind, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, William Henry Goff.16 
Land-Note*12 May 1885 GEM-D-38. George Buller All Saints Grammar School, East St Kilda. 12 May 1885. Correspondence No 1094/49. To the Secretary of Lands, Victoria.
Sir, In reply to yours of the 7th inst. re improvements on Mr Buller's 20 acre selection in Beaconsfield, he has requested me to inform you that he duly arranged with Mr Clayton to have the dividing fence between the two blocks put up; and the contract was let to a Mr John Glismann who has a selection in the neighbourhood. Further Mr Clayton has written him to say that in consequence of Glismann having other contracts on hand for J W Rogers KC and W W Rogers &c., he has not been able to complete the fencing between Mr Buller's and Mr Clayton's blocks.
He expects however that it will be completed in a week or two when he will advise the land department of said completion. Mr Buller wishes me to say that aldready there was a log fence between the two blocks but that it was burnt down in consequence of a bushfire having caught it.
I have the honor Sir to remain your obedient servant William H Goff (for G Buller.)17 
Land-Note29 May 1885 GEM-D-38. George Buller All Saints Grammar School, East St Kilda. 29th May 1885. Corr No 1094/49. To the Secretary of Lands, Melbourne.
Sir, Referring to my letter of last week re improvements on my land in Beaconsfield. I now beg to inform you that the necessary improvements have been carried out and were completed on the 22nd inst.
I will therefore feel obliged if you will kindly grant permission to have said land purchased by me at the earliest convenience.
I have the honor to be Sir, George Buller per WHG.17 
Land-UBeac*13 Aug 1885 GEM-D-39. Transfer from George Edward Clayton to William Henry Goff. 14a 2r 36p - Land File 1306/49.4 Originally selected by G. BIGGENDEN (as 19a 3r 29p), crown grant to W. H. GOFF on 15 Aug 1885.18,19 
Land-Note28 Aug 1885 GEM-D-38. George Buller Melbourne, 28th August 1885
In consideration of the sum of forty eight stg (£48) received by me from Mr William Henry Goff, I hereby assign and transfer to the said William Henry Goff all my right title and interest in and to all that piece of land allotment 38 Section D Parish of Gembrook extent of said land being nineteen acres three roods and thirtysix perches (19a.3r.36p) and I request that the crown grant of said land may be issued to and in the name of William Henry Goff.
George Buller.17 
Land-UBeac*28 Aug 1885 GEM-D-38. Transfer from George Buller to William Henry Goff. 19a 3r 36p - Forfeited by J. DAMYON, selected by George BULLER. Crown grant to W. H. GOFF on 29 Aug 1885.20,21 
Land-Note29 Aug 1885 GEM-D-38. George Buller 82 Williams Road, Windsor, 29th August 1885 To the Secretary of Lands, Melbourne.
Sir, Having purchased from Mr Buller a block of land selected by him under the 49th Section of Land Act 1869, said land being situated in the Parish of Gembrook and known as allotment 38 Section D, extent of same 19a.3r.36p. I request that Crown Grant of same be issued to me and in my name on payment of the regular fees laid down by you.
William Henry Goff.17 
Land-Note1 Dec 1885 GEM-D-42: Mortgagee: The Victoria Mutual Building and Investment Society. Discharged 19 Nov 1897. Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.10 
Land-Note*26 Feb 1886 PAK-236. Derbin Willder Lot 18 Melbourne sale. Purchased by Wm Hy Goff.22,23 
Land-UBeac*b 17 Jan 1888Selection: GEM-D-39A. 3a 0r 12p - Land File 1306/49.4
Crown Grant to W. H. GOFF on 17 Jan 1888.24,25 
Land-UBeac*1889 PAK-236. Transfer from William Henry Goff to John Samuel Sims Sundercombe.26 
Land-Note5 Nov 1891 GEM-D-42: Mortgagee: The Victoria Mutual Building and Investment Society. Discharged 19 Nov 1897. Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.10 
Land-UBeac*23 Feb 1892 GEM-D-35.36.37. Transfer from William Frederick Vale to William Henry Goff. 59a 3r 14p.27 
Directory*1895 Upper Beaconsfield, VIC, Australia, Goff, Wm. H. teacher.28 
Land-Note*19 Nov 1897 GEM-D-42: Mortgagee: Agar Wynne Robert Joseph Patrick Gibney. (not discharged). Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.29 
Civil Case*1902 1902/413 Georg Quelch William Quelch Albert Ernest Quelch v William Henry Goff.30 
Land-Note*4 Jun 1902 Memo No 34348. Fieri Facia Action No 413 served by G W Quelch and A E Quelch carrying on business as G & A Quelch against William Henry GOFF. Amount £185.15.7 and £1.16.6 costs. Total £187.12.1
Action endorsed do nothing until further instructed. Warrant expired and returned. Nulla Bona 3 July 1903. Ex warrant 10/-.31,32 
Land-UBeac*5 Jun 1902 GEM-D-35.36.37. Transfer from William Henry Goff to Mary Vale. 59a 3r 14p.33 
Land-Note*24 Mar 1904 GEM-D-42: Mortgagee: Alexander Sanderson Robertson. Transfer of Mortgage to William Henry Goff on 26 April 1907. Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.34 
(Trustee) Land-Note5 Oct 1904 GEM-D-1 LP2461 (Assembly Hall). George Britton Halford By direction of the Commissioner of Titles ... George Britton Halford, Edward Fitzhayley A'Beckett and William Henry Goff are registered as sole proprietors of the within land.35 
Land-Note25 Oct 1904 PAK-236: Mortgagee: The English Scottish and Australian Chartered Bank. Mortgage No 230716. Discharge not recorded. Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.36 
Land-Note*25 Oct 1904 GEM-D-39A.40: Mortgagee: The English Scottish and Australian Chartered Bank. Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.37,38 
Land-Note25 Oct 1904 GEM-D-38.39: Mortgagee: The English Scottish and Australian Chartered Bank. Discharged 21 Nov 1906 on sale to Stubbs. Mortgagor was William Henry Goff.39 
Death*28 May 1906 "Harpfields", St Georges Road, Upper Beaconsfield, VIC, Australia, #D4238/1906 (Age 63) [par William GOFF & Ellen WRIGHT] - Cause of Death: Softening of the Brain (3 years), Apoplexy (5 months.)40
Death-Notice*29 May 1906 GOFF. - On the 28th May, at "Harpfields," Upper Beaconsfield, William H. Goff, aged 63.
GOFF. - The friends of the late Mr WILLIAM H GOFF are respectfully invited to follow his remains to the place of interment, St Kilda Cemetery.
The funeral will leave Caulfield railway station on arrival of Gippsland train, 1.13 p.m., THIS DAY (Tuesday 29th inst.)41 
Land-UBeacb 6 Dec 1906 PAK-236. Transfer from William Henry Goff to The English Scottish and Australian Chartered Bank.42 
Land-UBeac*b 6 Dec 1906 GEM-D-39A.40. Transfer from William Henry Goff to The English Scottish and Australian Chartered Bank.37,38 
Land-UBeac*b 26 Apr 1907 GEM-D-42. Transfer from William Henry Goff to Agar Wynne Robert Joseph Patrick Gibney. 17a 3r 1p.43 
Probate (Will)*11 Jan 1909 William H Goff. Gent. U Beaconsfield. 28 May 1906. 109/506.44 
(Transfer from) Land-UBeac28 Dec 1934 GEM-D-1 LP2461 (Assembly Hall). Transfer from Rawson Parke Francis, William Henry Grant, John Tyler, William Henry Goff, Edgar William Walker to The Beaconsfield Assembly Hall Trust.45 
Village Bell*2007 Local identities from the past: Goff and Harpfields Road
William Henry Goff was born in Ireland and educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He was a brilliant scholar, a First Prizeman in Natural Sciences, and Dublin Mathematical Scholar and Exhibitioner.
In 1870, All Saints Grammar School was being built in the grounds of All Saints Church in East St. Kilda. When it opened in 1871, Goff then aged 28 became the founding headmaster, a post he held until 1902, when both the school and his health were in decline, and he resigned.
Goff was a very early twenty acre selector in the village, his name appearing in the 1877 Rate Books.
The following year he built his country home, “Harpfields.” An attractive house, it had a glorious outlook to the Dandenong hills. Sadly, it was a victim of the 1983 Ash Wednesday fires, but was soon rebuilt on the same site by Miss Doris Goff, a grand daughter.
In 1883, Goff, was both Honorary Secretary and fund raiser for the Hall Trustees: Halford, Goff, a’Beckett, Elms, and Brind, who had personally guaranteed a loan to allow building to commence.
Goff accepted much of the responsibility for the building, organising concerts, persuading local people to become subscribers to the venture, and it seems likely he obtained some money from a Government grant.
Initially called the Assembly Hall, it was completed in 1884.
The Journal reported - “On Easter Monday a concert and afterwards a ball, which were attended by over 146 ladies and gentlemen, took place … Professor Halford was in the chair..”
Goff knew the Hon. Alfred Deakin, and was his host when he visited the village. The Journal reported, “As a member of that ministry to which we are already indebted for some benefits – notably with grants in favour of our Assembly Hall and Library..”
Another quote, “To Mr. Goff is largely due the credit for erection of this handsome edifice, which is an everlasting testimonial of what can be effected by the judicious application of “blarney.”
Goff was a Councillor for eleven years, retiring in 1897. He was twice Shire President, and honoured for his work by having a street in Beaconsfield named after him.
In 1892, a whimsical Journal reporter writes ““The meetings of the Berwick Shire Council would indeed be monotonous affairs were it not for the presence of Cr. Goff. Being an educated gentlemen, (an Irish gentleman, into the bargain), with a rare fund of humour, he throws upon the most prosaic and dreary subject an interesting aspect, which helps considerably to facilitate the progress of business”.
Goff was not prepared to remain inactive in his retirement. He opened a school for boarders, mainly boys, which he named “Upper Beaconsfield Grammar.” It did not last long, as he died in 1906. His wife lived on at Harpfields and died in 1928.46 

Electoral Rolls (Australia) and Census (UK/IRL)

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
1903Harpfield, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: teacher. With Helen Rosa Goff. With Harry Board Mary Carroll.47
1905Harpfield, VIC, AustraliaOccupation: teacher. With Helen Rosa Goff. With Mary Carroll.48

Grave

  • Other Denominations, Comp A, Grave 33A, St Kilda Cemetery, St Kilda, VIC, Australia, William Henry GOFF 28.5.1906 age 63
    also his wife Helen Rosa 9.4.1928 age 82
    Maurice W, died at Dublin 1870 age 14 days
    Lillie 18.11.1873 age 26 months
    Walter Leslie 23.6.1881 age 14 months
    Harriett H S 17.3.1892 age 23
    Children of W.H. & H.R. GOFF.49,50,51

Family

 Helen Rosa Clayton b. 21 Nov 1845, d. 9 Apr 1928
Children 1.Harriett Helen Sydney Goff b. 22 Nov 1868, d. 17 Mar 1892
 2.Maurice William Goff b. 11 Aug 1870, d. 25 Aug 1870
 3.Lillie Goff b. Sep 1871, d. 18 Nov 1873
 4.William Henry Goff+ b. 27 Nov 1873, d. 22 May 1958
 5.Florence Goff+ b. 27 Mar 1876, d. 26 Mar 1926
 6.Herbert Clayton Goff+ b. 11 Jan 1878, d. 17 Feb 1928
 7.Charles Edward Goff b. 23 Mar 1879, d. 13 Mar 1915
 8.Walter Leslie Goff b. 28 May 1880, d. 23 Jun 1881

Newspaper-Articles

  • 11 Jul 1867: Dublin English, Scientific, and Commercial Day School, 55 Aungier-street.—The head mastership of the above school has been conferred by the Incorporated Society on William H. Goff, Esq., Prizeman in Natural Science, &c., who for many years has filled the onerous post of second master in this establishment. No doubt that under this gentleman's management the school will continue to afford the same amount of usefulness to the citizens of Dublin.52
  • 18 Nov 1868: DUBLIN ENGLISH, SCIENTIFIC, AND COMMERCIAL DAY SCHOOL, 55, AUNGIER-STREET.
    Special facilities are afforded to those reading for Appointments in the Home Civil Service, Banks, &c.
    Terms—English and Science, £4 per annum ; Classics, £2 ; Modern Languages and Drawing on equally moderate terms.
    Two valuable Exhibitions are attached to this School, particulars of which may be had on application to WILLIAM H. GOFF, Head Master.53,54
  • 24 Dec 1870: DEPARTURES for Melbourne.— Octobor 14 : True Briton, Holt, 1047 from London.
    Per True Briton (consigned to W. P. White Co)—Mrs. and Miss Burton, Mr. and. Mrs. Lakeland, Miss Benbow, Mr Nicholas, Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt, Mr. and Mrs. Strongman and family, Miss Clark, Mr. and Miss Beecher, Mr. Classcodine, Mr. Green, Mr. Selby, Mr. Fox, Misses Stephens, Miss Exton, Miss Garrett, Mr. and Mrs. Taylor, Messrs. Fell, Mr. and Mrs. Goff, Miss Edgar, Mr. Nasmith, Mr. Torrence ; and about fifty second and third class passengers.55
  • 19 Jan 1871: The True Briton, after a lengthy passage from London, arrived at Port Phillip Heads this morning, and being then taken in tow by the steam-tug Warhawk, was expected to reach Hobson's Bay this afternoon. Helen Rosa Clayton56
  • 20 Jan 1871: ARRIVED.—JAN. 19.
    True Briton, ship (Money Wigram and Sons' line), 1,046 tons, Henry Farquhar Holt, from London October 14, via Plymouth October 28. Passengers—cabin: Mr. and Mrs. Strongman and family (five), Mr. and Mrs. Taylor and child, Mrs. H. F. Holt, Mr. and Mrs. Lakeland, Mrs. and Miss Burton, Mrs. Nicholas and child, Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Goff and child, Miss Benbow, Miss Stephens, Miss M. Stephens, Miss Exton, Miss Garrett, Miss Clarke, Miss Beecher, and Miss Edger; Rev. Geo. Green, Dr. John Warner; Messrs. Walter Bodman, L. C. Selby, Fell (two), Beecher, E J. Glascodine, E. Nasmyth. J. W. Torrance, Master J. Fox, Master Tunbridge ; and 79 in the second and third cabins. W. P. White and Co., agents.57
  • 21 Jan 1871: January 19, 1871. TO H. FARQUHAR HOLT, Esq., Commandor of the ship TRUE BRITON.
    Dear Sir,—Before leaving your ship we, the chief cabin paseengers on the voyage now drawing to a close, desire to avail ourselves of the opportunity of acknowledging the care and attention evinced by you to insure our comfort and enjoyment during the passage, and of expressing our sincere thanks for your continual kindness. Wo can only add our best wishes for your prosperity, and for the happiness of yourself and of Mrs. Holt, whose presence has added so much to our pleasure, and whose restoration to health we all sincerely hope for.
    We remain, dear Sir, Yours very faithfully,
    Anne Burton, May Burton, Wm. Lakeland, M. Lakeland, E. B. Nicholas, Helen Lucy Benbow, Frederick Wyatt, Mary Wyatt, J. M. Strongman, E. P. Strongman, Eleanor Clarke, Annie Becher, Edw. J. Glasiodine, H. H. Becher, Edward Nasmyth, J. W. Torrance, G. D. Green, Leo C. Selby, C. Fox, Ella Stephens, May Stephens, Elizabeth Exton, Catherine Garrett, J. G. Taylor, Caroline H. Taylor, Henry S. Fell, A. G. Fell, William H. Goff, Helen Goff, Laura V. Edger, Alfred R. Tunbridge, W. W. Bodman.58
  • 22 Apr 1871: CHURCH SCHOOL, All Saints, St. Kilda.—The Provisional Committee are prepared to receive APPLICATIONS for the MASTERSHIP of the SCHOOL (boys) about to be opened in this parish. Applicants (members of the Church of England) to forward testimonials and proposed remuneration to the undersigned on or before Monday, 1st May next.
    ED. SANDFORD, Hon. Sec. and Treasurer.
    Vestry, All Saints', St. Kilda,
    20th April, 1871.59
  • 17 Jun 1871: It will be seen on reference to our advertising columns that the Church School, All Saints', St. Kilda, is now open, and the youth of the parish and its environs can obtain a sound classical or commercial, and mathematical education coupled with Church of England teaching. We are given to understand that the committee are very well pleased with the progress made during the few days which have elapsed since the opening day.
    One novel feature we learn is a "judgement book," to be taken home daily by each pupil and shown to his parents, and from which they may learn how he has acquitted himself in each lesson. The parents are asked to sign these books once a week, to show that they have seen them, and the master possesses the means at any time of furnishing duplicates. The boys in the classical branch are to be fitted for the 4th class of the Grammar School.60
  • 4 Oct 1871: CHURCH SCHOOL. All Saints', St. Kilda - WANTED, a Junior Assistant MASTER. Apply to Rev. H. J. Edwards, parsonage ; or to Mr. Edward Sandford, Hon. secretary, &c., Alma-road, St. Kilda.61
  • 21 Dec 1871: CHURCH SCHOOL, ALL SAINTS', ST. KILDA.
    The first breaking-up day of this school was observed on Tuesday with the usual scholastic ceremonies.
    It may be premised that this is a Church of England school, established on the 1st June last by the officiating minister, trustees, and wardens of the church, in order to provide (as the prospectus shows) "for the boys of the parish and neighbourhood the advantages of a commercial, mathematical, and elementary classical education, combined with the religious teaching of the church."
    The design is expressed to be to enable boys to take their places in the fourth class of the Church of England Grammar School, or in an equivalent position in any other educational establishment.
    The school is managed by a provisional committee consisting of the Rev. J. H. Gregory, the incumbent of the parish, and, in his absence from the colony, the Rev. H. J. Edwards (the officiating minister of the church), the trustees of the church, and the wardens of the parish. It is entirely unconnected with the state, and, of course, also with the Board of Education, and is now nearly self-supporting, the deficiency being supplied by occasional collections in church. The school has been quite successful from its commencement ; so much so that at the end of the first quarter it was found requisite to appoint a second or junior master. The boys, of whom there are more than 50 on the roll are also drilled by one of the volunteer staff sergeants, and they are instructed in singing by a visiting master. It is intended, after the holidays, to obtain the services of a drawing and a French master.
    A very thorough examination was held on Monday, lasting from 10 a.m. till past 6 p.m., the Rev. H. H. P. Handfield having kindly undertaken the office of examiner.
    On Tuesday, at 4 p.m., the parents and friends assembled in the playground, and the senior division of the boys was put through drill by Sergeant Baldwin. The precision attained seemed to surprise those present, and the sergeant was, at the close of the exercises, congratulated by Dr. Black, at the request of the committee, upon the proficiency his class had attained. All then adjourned to the schoolroom, and the Rev. Mr. Edwards having taken the chair, addressed a few remarks to those present, expressing his satisfaction at the results attained during the few months in which the school had been in existence. Mr. Sandford, honorary secretary of the committee, then read Mr. Handfield's report of the examination in detail. It concluded by stating that the examiner considered the school in every respect a credit to the master (Mr. Goff), and he offered his congratulations to the committee on the fair success, which had attended their labours. Dr. Black then presented the prices, including two given by the Rev. Mr. Edwards for the Scripture lessons examination, and the school broke up with the usual rounds of juvenile cheers for the masters, the ladies, and all connected with the establishment. The committee consider that this experiment, which is almost, if not altogether, the first attempt to establish a Church of England parish school of the higher class unconnected with the state, has been entirely successful. Subjoined are the names of the prize holders :—
    English and Mathematics. First Class J. A. Rose (1st), H. J. Smith (2nd), M. A. Taylor and T. S. Luke (3rd) equal. Second Class—H. W. Smith and H. Cowley (1st)—equal, G. Marshall and S. Symons (2nd)—equal.
    English.—Third Class—W. Scammell (1st), P. J. Rose and F. Gibbs (2nd)—equal, T. R Smith (3rd). Fourth Class R. J. Hunt (1st), C R. W. Bunny (2nd), G. Hogarth (3rd).
    Latin.—First Class J. A. Rose (1st), M. A. Taylor (2nd).
    Special Prizes.—For Scripture and Church Catechism, given by Rev. H. J Edwards—H J. Smith (1st), G. Marshall (2nd).62
  • 23 Dec 1872: CHURCH SCHOOL, ALL-SAINTS', ST. KILDA.
    The second breaking up day of this school took place on Thursday, and excited more than us.ual interest in the parish from the circumstance that the Rev. J. H. Gregory (the incumbent) met the provisional committee, masters, and pupils for the first time since his recent return from Europe.
    The Rev. Henry John Edwards, chairman of the provisional committee, took the chair, supported on his right by the incumbent.
    After opening the proceedings with prayer, The Chairman expressed his pleasure in once more meeting the parents and friends of the pupils, and in heartily welcoming the Rev. J. H. Gregory in his school. He expressed his great satisfaction that the school had again passed the examiners with credit, and he congratulated the masters that their labours had thus not been without their reward. He requested the secretary to read the report Mr. SANDFORD, addressing his remarks to the chairman and to the incumbent, said that in consequence of the great pressure upon his time during the last few days, owing to the parochial reception of the incumbent on his return to his parish, it had been impossible to draw up a written report, but he would endeavour by aid of the minute-book to extemporise a report. Mr. Sandford then read from the minute book the report of the provisional committee to the rev. the incumbent to the following effect :-On the 19th April, 1871, the school building being ready for occupation, the Rev. H. J. Edwards had convened a meeting of the trustees of the church, parsonage, and school, and of the wardens (now guardians) of the pariah, to consider what description of school should be established, and that the meeting had resolved that a boys' school only should for the present be attempted—that there should be a provisional committee, consisting of the incumbent (or, in his absence, the officiating minister), with the trustees and wardens, such committee to hold office until the return of the incumbent, who could then determine as to the future constitution of the school. Mr. Sandford then quoted (in continuation of the report) from The Argus, of 21st December last, showing the position of the school at that time, and stated that since then the progress bad been most satisfactory. There were now 92 boys on the roll, as against 48 at the corresponding period of last year ; singing, drawing, French, and gymnastic classes had been added, and there were now two masters and a pupil teacher, in addition to the visiting masters. The school had been examined on Monday and Tuesday last by the Revs. R. Potter and T. C. Cole, who had expressed themselves as generally pleased with the progress of the pupils. It now only remained for the provisional committee to surrender their trust into the hands of the incumbent of the parish, which they then did, congratulating him that the school had hitherto been, financially and otherwise, a great success.
    The Rev. J. H. GREGORY expressed the very great satisfaction he experienced in hearing, both privately from his friend the Rev. Mr. Edwards, and from the report just presented, that the experiment tried had been so successful. He need not assure the meeting of the great importance he attached to church education. He fully approved of the action of the provisional committee, and thought that the best thing he could do was to hand back the minute-book to the secretary, and to request the committee to continue their valuable labours.
    The singing class then gave a number of part songs, &c, Mr. Adam Clerke, their master, presiding at the piano. Several recitations were also well given by M. A. Taylor, A. Clarke, H. Bradshaw, and T. Headen. The prizes were distributed by the Rev. H. J. Edwards, who spoke a few words to each recipient. At the conclusion of the prize giving Masters M. A. Taylor and A. J. Rose came forward with an illuminated address from the boys to the Rev. H. J. Edwards, presenting him, as a token of their affectionate respect and regard, with a very handsome salver, on which was an appropriate inscription. The Rev. Mr. Edwards, who appeared to be much affected by this unexpected incident, thanked the boys very heartily for their kind address and present. He said they would go with him wherever he went, and that he should never cease to feel an interest in the school.
    The following is the prize list :
    Mathematics and English.—Class I—First, A. J. Rose ; second, A. Clarke ; third. T. S. Luke, J. W. Delany (equal). Class II—First, H. Lynch ; second, P. Tulloch, A, J. Evans (equal) ; third, S. Delany.
    English.—Class III—First, W. Chamberlain ; second, J. R. Hunt ; third, T. R. Smith ; fourth, W. Wise. Class IV—First, A. Wadsworth ; second, J. R. Crellin, W. Ewing (equal) ; third, M. Lynch, R. Bunny (equal). Class V—First, J. M'Keown ; second. J. R. Clarke ; third, B. Raybould ; fourth, F. Willey. Class VI—First, W. Thompson; second, A. H. Vail ; third, W. Eyre.
    Latin.—First, A. J. Rose ; second, A. W. Sandford.
    French.—First, H. R. Sandford ; second, R. Smith.
    Scripture.—Class 1—First, T. L. Luke ; second, G Marshall ; third, A. White. Class III—First, J. R. Hunt; second, T. R Smith ; third, M. Eyre.
    Special Prize for Drawing.—The class has not, in the drawing master's opinion, been established long enough to admit of the pupils being placed as regards ability, but a prize for diligence was awarded to A. J. Rose.63
  • 24 Dec 1872: In our notice of Church School, All Saints', St. Kilda, in yesterday's issue, the name of the head master, Mr. Goff, was accidentally omitted.64
  • 4 Apr 1873: Educational. ALL SAINTS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL, East St Kilda -There are at present VACANCIES for BOARDERS, who would be under the constant supervision of the head master, and be treated as members of his family. Terms moderate. Address W H Goff, Head Master.65
  • 9 Apr 1873: Educational. ALL SAINTS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL, East St Kilda.—There are at present VACANCIES for BOARDERS, who would be under the constant supervision of the head master, and be treated as members of his family) Terms moderate. Address W. H. Goff, Head Master.66
  • 16 Dec 1873: ALL-SAINTS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL, ST. KILDA.
    The prize day at this school was observed yesterday afternoon. The Rev. J H Gregory took the chair at 6 o clock and after prayer called upon the secretary Mr E Sandford who read the annual report. This showed that the number of boys on the roll had increased from 92 to 122 since last Christmas. It also stated that the school had been examined during the last week by the Revs. T C Cole, H H P Handfield, and R Potter ; and by Messrs J H Waters and T A Edwards and that the examiners had expressed themselves satisfied with the progress made. The report expressed the satisfaction felt by the committee at the restoration to health of the head master, Mr W H Goff, and their thanks for the zeal and attention of the assistant master, Mr George Buller, and of the pupil teachers.
    It was also stated that the erection of a large class room immediately was contemplated as well as other arrangements for the comfort of the boys.
    The Chairman proceeded to deliver the prizes which as will be seen below were very numerous. The singing class under their master Mr Adam Clerke, enlivened this part of the programme with vocal music concluding with the National Anthem.
    The following is the prize list -
    English and Mathematics -First Class - First prize A J Evans ; second prize H S Lynch ; third prize W L Crellin ; fourth prize G Marshall. Second Class First prize P J Rose, second prize W Bradshaw third prize W K Vail, A. W Sandford, equal ; fourth prize T H Ewing, W A Chamberlea, equal. English.—Third Class -First prize A Wadsworth, second prize W H Sydes, third prize P T Black, J R Crellin, equal ; fourth prize A H Gough. Fourth Class -First prize B F Raybould, T W Danby equal ; second prize R C Bunny, third prize, J M Keown fourth prize, J Power, H Welch, equal. Fifth Class -First prize S W Smith, second prize P Pierce ; third prize W Strange ; fourth prizes, W Robinson, A H Vail, equal. Sixth Class First prize E D Crellin, second prize H L Chambers, third prize A T Hemmans.
    Latin.-FirstClass.-First prize, H. R. Sandford ; second prize, H. Cowley, W. L. Crellin, equal. Second Class-First prize, H. Bradshaw: second prize, C. W. Chambers. Third Class-First prize, J. R. Hunt ; second prize, H. G. Newton.
    French.-First prize.-H. R. Sandford ; 2nd prize, F. W. Johnson, R. W. Smith, equal.
    Scripture First Class-First prize, H. M. Jones; second prize, R. W. Smith; third prize, H. R. Sandford ; fourth prize. A. E. Jones. Second Class-First prize, W. H. Sydes ; second prize, A. Wadsworth ; third prize, J. W. Johnson ; fourth prize, J. W. Black.
    French Second Class-First prize, R. H. Frayne ; second prizes, F. A. Day, O. Braithwaite.
    Singing First prizes, practical, G. B. Hogarth, R. H. Frayne, equal.
    Theory of Music First prizes, F. T. Fincham, A. J. Evans.
    Writing First Class-First prize, H. Bradshaw; second prize, W. F. Vale. Second Class-First prize, E A. Plimridge ; second prize, G. W. Edwards.
    Gymnastics. First prize, W. K. Pierce ; second prize, E. D. Crellin.
    Drill. First prize, H. R, Sandford ; second prize, W. F. Wise.
    Drawing First prize, W. L. Crellin ; second prizes, F. Oakley, W. F. Vale, J T. Rolls, F. T. Fincham.
    Besides the above, the committee presented a book to the pupil teachers, J. A Rose and J. Dewey and Sergeant-major Baldwin also presented the former, with a book, in token of his being best in drill.67
  • 18 Dec 1874: ALL SAINTS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL, ST. KILDA.
    The annual gathering took place on Tuesday afternoon. The boys were drilled at the Orderly-room by Staff Sergeant-Major Baldwin. Colonel Mair, who was present during part of the time but was obliged to leave before the close requested Mr Hughes to express his very great satisfaction at the proficiency attained and the committee of the school through their hon. secretary complimented the sergeant-major upon the great improvement visible since the last anniversary The distribution of prizes was held at the schoolhouse and the proceedings were presided over by Mr John Wilks major of St Kilda.
    After prayers read by the headmaster Mr W H Goff the chairman called upon the hon. secretary to read the report of the managing committee Before doing so Mr Sandford stated that he had been requested to apologise for the absence of the Rev. J. H. Gregory who was out of town on duty The report stated:—"There has been progress the committee are glad to say both as regards numbers and work There are now 100 boys on the roll being an increase of 10 during the last 12 months and the committee have much satisfaction in reporting that the regularity of attendance has not been impeded by general illness and that the conduct of the boys has been very satisfactory.
    The examination in mathematics has been very encouraging. The Latin examination has shown a very considerable improvement since last year. A class for Crook and another for German have been commenced within the last half year. There have also been examinations in French, in arithmetic, and in algebra. Mr J A Edwards has also kindly held an examination in vocal music theoretical and practical). The progress made in drawing appears on the walls of the building. The committee have great pleasure in saying that the school has sent up one pupil to the University for matriculation, Mr James Alfred Rose, and that he passed well in the seven subjects he took up. He has since been appointed to and now holds a junior assistant mastership in the school. The promise held out last year of building a large class room has been fulfilled, and has been found productive of all the benefits expected. The authorities of the church will the committee feel assured, be ready at all times to study the comfort of the masters and pupils and will from time to time make such further additions as the continued success of the school may warrant and require. The committee feel bound to tender their thanks to the head master—Mr W H Goff—and to his staff of assistants, as well as to the visiting masters and instructors in drill and gymnastics for the zeal, intelligence, and ability which have characterised their management of the school, and to express the very great satisfaction that they feel in never having once during the three and a half years during which the school has been established been called upon to exercise their visitatorial powers for the purpose of rebuking the pupils. At the close of this evening's proceedings the school business will be adjourned until Monday 18th January 1875."
    The Major of St Kilda then presented the prizes speaking a few words of encourage ment to each youthful recipient. The singing class under their master (Mr Adam Clerke) enlivened the proceedings with vocal music well and steadily rendered. Mr Sandford announced to the boys that he had been authorised by the chairman to say that he would give the next year's prize to the then dux of the school. There was a very full attendance of parents and friends the principal schoolroom being quite full. The proceedings terminated at 8 o'clock with the National Anthem, and the usual juvenile vociferations in favour of everybody in general and the chairman in particular.
    The following are the principal prizes:—
    GREEK.—First prize, H W Rogers.
    LATIN.—First Class—First prize. W L. Crellin and Herbert R Sandford (equal). Second Class—First prize, H W Cowley ; second prize, H Anderson. Third Class—First prize, H Lynch , second prize, R Frayne.
    FRENCH.—First Class—First prize. H Anderson, second prize Herbert R. Sandford. Second Class—First prize, F A Day, Second prize, W A. Chamberlin.
    GERMAN.—First prize, W L Crellin and H Lewel lin (equal).
    FIRST CLASS.—DUX of school—A J Evans. Prize presented by Mr. Frederick Wyatt, architect of the church.
    SPECIAL PRIZE MATHEMATICS.—H S Lynch.
    MATHEMATICS AND ENGLISH.—First Class, First Division First prize, H Nicholas, second prize, H Anderson, third prize, G A Knapp and P Anderson (equal). Second Division First prize, C W Chambers and W Sydes (equal), second prize, H G Newton ; third prize, W R Vail.
    SPECIAL PRIZE IN ARITHMETIC.—E. R. W. Benson.
    SECOND CLASS.—First Division—First prize, H. Dyer ; second prize, C Templeton ; third prize, W Chamberlin. Second Division—First prize, F A. Drury and J R Crellin (equal), second prize, A W White.
    ENGLISH.—Third Class, First Division—First prize, W C Rolls, second prize, C Doune. Third Class, Second Division—First prize, S W Smith ; second prize, P J Stevens.
    MUSIC.—Theory — First prize, F T Fincham ; second prize, Arthur W Sandford ; third prize, J R Crellin. Vocal—First prize, R. H Frayne ; second prize, H Baker, C W Chambers, equal.
    DRAWINGS.—Drawing Master Mr Henry Rielly's Prizes—Water Colour—First prize, W L. Crellin ; Second prize, W F Vale. Drawing from the Round—John Walker. First Prize Figures—C W Chambers.
    Second Prize Figure—R. Giles Landscape, First Division—First prize, J T Rolls ; second prize F T Fincham and R. Trench equal. Landscape, Second Division—First prize, R H Frayne, second prize, F. A. Day ; third prize, J M Turnbull.68
  • 10 Jun 1876: Elizabeth Leech, a girl 14 years of age, was brought before the Prahran Bench on Thursday morning charged with larceny as a servant. From the evidence it appeared that the young prisoner had been in the employ of Mr. Wm. H. Goff, a school teacher residing in High street, Prahran, for five weeks. On one or two occasions Mr. Goff had missed several household articles, and as he could not account for their disappearance, and having had reason to suspect the honesty of the girl, he accused her of stealing the missing articles, which she denied. On the 24th ult. the girl left Mr. Goff's employ without having given due notice, and on the 5th inst. Mr. Goff gave informtion to Sergeant Parkinson that he had missed several articles, which he believed the girl had stolen.
    On the same afternoon the prisoner was arrested, wearing a dress belonging to Mrs. Goff. The girl admitted having taken the dress from Mrs. Goff's house, and the Bench sentenced her to two hours' imprisonment and three years in the Reformatory.69
  • 10 Jun 1876: THURSDAY, JUNE 8.
    Before Dr Fetherston and Messrs. T. Baillie and G. Lewis, J.P.'s.
    LARCENY.—A servant named Elizabeth Leech, aged 14, was charged with stealing wearing apparel from her employer, Mr W. H. Goff, of High-street, Windsor. The girl had left on the 24th May and did not return. She was subsequently seen in High-street wearing her mistress's clothing. She pleaded guilty, and was sentenced to two hours' imprisonment, and thence to be sent to the Industrial School until she attained the age of 17. Helen Rosa Clayton70
  • 13 May 1878: TENDERS for STAIRCASE. Corner of Dandenong and Williams roads, Windsor. W. E. Wells.
    (Could be for Goff's house) William Elliott Wells71
  • 6 Jan 1880: ALL SAINTS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL, St Kilda Terms-Boarders, 15 guineas per quarter, day boys, 1½ to 3 guineas do. do. BUSINESS will be RESUMED Monday, 26th January Prospectus on application William H Goff, Head Master.72
  • 24 Jan 1881: BOY, for few hours morning and evening, wanted. Apply Mr. Goff, Williams-rd., Windsor.73
  • 2 Sep 1881: COW, first-class, newly calved, for Sale ; a good milker. Apply Mr. Goff, Williams-road, Windsor.74
  • 23 Feb 1882: BEACONSFIELD.—Comfortably furnished COTTAGE, piano and every convenience. Apply William H Goff, Williams road, Windsor.75
  • 11 Mar 1882: Educational. ALL SAINTS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL. EAST ST. KILDA.
    The course of instruction embraces all subjects necessary for the University, Civil Service, and commercial pursuits.
    Junior and backward pupils receive special attention.
    The head master is assisted by a staff of twelve gentlemen of high scholastic attainments.
    The accommodation for boarders is all that can be desired.
    Terms, from 15 guineas per quarter.
    Prospectuses on application to
    WILLIAM H. GOFF,
    Head Master,
    Carrowroe, William's-road, Windsor.
    BUSINESS RESUMED FEBRUARY 1.76
  • 4 Oct 1882: BOY, able to Milk, wanted, few hours daily. W. Goff, Carrowroe, Williams-rd., Windsor.77
  • 8 Jan 1883: WANTED, for All Saints Grammar School, East St Kilda, an Assistant MASTER, for general work. Apply, enclosing copies of testimonials, Willliam H. Goff, Beaconsfield.78
  • 14 May 1884: From Wm. H. Goff hon. sec. to the trustees of the Beaconsfield Assembly Hall, calling the Council's attention to the fact that they had just completed at considerable expense, a building in Beaconsfield, near Professor Halford's house, which would be open for divine service on Sundays to all denominations, and on week days for public meetings, concerts, &c., and for use as a Mechanics' Institute, stating that the approach to the Hall was in very bad repair, and asking the Council to give the necessary instructions to have it put right, and to have certain trees on the road opposite the Hall removed in order that there might be a proper entrance to it.—It was resolved on the motion of Councillor Souter, that the Engineer bring up a report on the necessary works and lay it before next meeting.79
  • 6 Aug 1884: Law Notices. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof APPLICATION wilt be made to the Supreme Court of the colony of Victoria, in its probate jurisdiction, that PROBATE of the last WILL and TESTAMENT of RICHARD BARCLAY WRIGHT, late of Balston-street, East Saint Kilda, in the colony of Victoria, bookseller, deceased, be GRANTED and COMlMITTED to William Henry Goff, of Williams-road, Windsor, in the colony of Victoria, school teacher, and James Graham, of Clifton Hill, in the said colony, civil servant, the two executors named in and appointed by will of said deceased.
    Dated this fifth day of August, A.D. 1884.
    M'KEAN and LEONARD, 11 Collins-street west, Melbourne, Proctor for the said executors. Richard Barclay Wright80
  • 11 Aug 1886: TO THE RATEPAYERS or BEACONSFIELD RIDING SHIRE of BERWICK.
    LADIES and GENTLEMEN As I have been duly nominated as Candidate for a seat in the Council, I beg to solicit the favor of one vote.
    Yours respectfully,
    JESSEY SYKES.
    "Craigie Lea," N. Beaconsfield.
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    TO THE RATEPAYERS of BEACONSFIELD RIDING. LADIES and GENTLEMEN—
    I beg to inform you that I am a Candidate for your Riding at the ensuing election.
    Should you do me the honor to elect me to a seat in the Berwick Council you may rest assured that I will use every endeavor to advance your interests and perform my duties in an honest manner.
    Yours respectfully,
    S.B. McGOWAN. 2|8|86
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    SHIRE OF BERWICK TO THE RATEPAYERS OF THE BEACONSFIELD RIDING.
    GENTLEMEN—In compliance with the unanimous resolution passed by you, both in Melbourne and Beaconsfield, we have much pleasure in coming forward as Candidates to represent you in the Berwick Shire Council.
    We have only to add that should we be elected we will use our best efforts to further in every way the interests of the Riding generally.
    We have the honor to be, Gentlemen,
    Your obedient servants,
    WILLIAM BRISBANE,
    WILLIAM H. GOFF. Jessey Sykes, Samuel Benson McGowan William Brisbane81
  • 18 Aug 1886: SHIRE OF BERWICK. BEACONSFIELD RIDING.
    I HEREBY give notice that at an election held by me for the election of Three Members for the Beaconsfield Riding, the voting was as follows:
    Assembly Hall - Beaconsfield - Gembrook
    W. Brisbane ... 29 - 115 - 9 - 153
    W. Goff ... 26 - 74 - 3 - 103
    J. Sykes ... 29 - 63 - 5 - 99
    S. McGowan ... 8 - 64 - 24 - 96
    A. Mackenzie ... 18 - 31 - 17 - 66
    J. Ure ... 7 - 22 - 23 - 52
    I therefore declare William Brisbane, William H. Goff and Jessey Sykes elected Councillors for the Beaconsfield Riding.
    A. H. SOMNER,
    August 12, 1886. Returning Officer.
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    BERWICK SHIRE ELECTION. To the Ratepayers of the Beaconsfield Riding.
    LADIES and GENTLEMEN. We, the undersigned, beg to tender you our sincere thanks for the confidence you have reposed in us by electing us as your representatives in the Berwick Shire Council.
    It will be our constant endeavor to merit that confidence by carefully looking after the interests of your important Riding and of the Shire generally.
    We have the honor to remain,
    Ladies and Gentlemen,
    Faithfully yours,
    WILLIAM BRISBANE,
    WILLIAM H. GOFF,
    JESSE SYKES.
    August 14, 1886. Jessey Sykes, William Brisbane Samuel Benson McGowan82
  • 6 Dec 1887: FOR SALE, medium draught HORSE , young, sound, suit delivery van, carrier ; trial. Mr. Goff, Williams-road, Windsor.83
  • 14 Apr 1888: The mayor of Prahran, Cr John Beatty, Esq., entertained the councillors and officers of the city, together with representatives of the local press, at Thorn's George Hotel, Chapel street, on Monday at noon, Cr W. H. Goff of the Berwick shire council, and Mr John Buchan, an ex-councillor of Fitzroy, were also present by invitation. A capital dinner was provided by Host Thorn, with which all present were well pleased. After the usual loyal toast had been honoured, Cr Goff proposed "Success to the City of Prahran," remarking that few cities had progressed so satisfactorily as Prahran had, and he expressed the hope that under the new ward system even greater strides would be made. The mayor, who responded, referred to the amount of hard work the Prahran councillors were called upon to preform. He thought that if rate payers really knew the time their representatives spent in the public interests they would be more appreciated. Councillor Forbes proposed "Kindred Institutions", to which Cr Goff replied on behalf of the Shire of Berwick. After luncheon, the councillors took a run round the city for the purpose of allocating the forty new lamps which are about to be erected. John Beatty84
  • 11 Jul 1888: RE BEACONSFIELD ASSEMBLY HALL.
    To the Editor of the S. B. and M. Journal. SIR—The last two, or three issues of your paper contained letters from a writer signing himself "Disgusted"—said letters having reference to the above hall. Your last issue contained semi-leader referring also to the hall and its management. In it you quote from a letter sent you, which letter contains statements not altogether correct. I think, Sir, however, that if you were acquainted with the real facts of the case you would scarcely have written in the tone which you have done. I will as briefly as possible, with your permission, reply to your anonymous correspondent. "Digusted" writes "that the hall has been used ... purposes by one family in district, to the exclusion of others, who, he considers, have an equal right to use it." I am instructed by the trustees to say that, personally, they have no knowledge of the fact; and further, that no one family has ever received permission from them to use the hall, piano or organ to the exclusion of the other residents of the district.
    They also wish me to state that "Disgusted" is perfectly right in supposing that the hall and its contents are intended for the residents generally, and not for any one family. "Disgusted," however, is not correct in stating that the charge for the use of the hall, musical instruments and lights is exorbitant. It is in reality a nominal charge, it being only 10s. 6d. per night, with 2s. 6d. added for the caretaker. Now, Sir, when it is borne in mind that the trustees have no funds to cover expenses, except this charge, it will scarcely be considered that the charge made should be called "exorbitant." With respect to the writer whose remarks called forth your semi-leader, I can only state that, to put it mildly, it contains scarcely anything but mis-statements. This is to be the more regretted when I have an idea that the writer wrote without carefully weighing what he had said. Indeed he seems to me to know more than he acknowledges, and further that he is so circumstanced that the information he asks through you he could with very little difficulty have ascertained by application to the Hon. Treasurer, whom I believe he was in a position to see at any time he thought fit. The balance sheet he asks for will be ready for the next meeting of the trustees, and will in due course be distributed amongst the subscribers. The Hon. Treasurer has nothing to conceal. This, I trust, will soothe the "righteous indignation" of the writer! Meantime, I may inform you that the Hall was built four years ago last Easter, and not eight as stated by your anonymous writer.
    Since the building was erected the Trustees have spent £1150, or thereabouts, on the building, furnishing, piano, two organs, lamps, library, salary of caretaker, insurance and interest on loan. The Trustees became responsible for a loan of £350 for the first charge on the building. Subscriptions were raised and concerts given to help to pay off the debt, and I am happy to inform you that there is now only a balance due of about £180 or £190. From this you will acknowledge that the charge of mismanagement is not altogether sustained. Your last writer also states that the Wesleyan body pay £10 per annum for the use of the Hall, and that we only pay the caretaker £8 or £9. This is one his mis-statements. The Wesleyan body, to their credit, have agreed to pay of us £40 per annum, but the Trustees have not received any payment as yet, and we pay the caretaker £16 per annum. (Where does the profit come in?) Your writer also refers to the Trustees receiving the collections from the church services. He evidently does not attend very regularly, if at all, for if he did he would know that the Trustees receive none of the collections until the officiating clergyman receives at least 10s. At any time the Trustees only get one-fourth of any collection, and for the last twelve months I do not think the Hon. Treasurer received a penny. So much for your correspondent's statements. With respect to the Library, I am glad to say that there is every promise of it being a success. We have about three hundred well selected books, and hope soon to add of more. A committee has been formed and rules are being drafted for the proper carrying out of the objects for which the Library was formed. A Young Men's Mutual Improvement Club is also being established for the benefit of the young men of the district. I trust your much distressed correspondent will come forward and lend a helping hand to make both it and the Library a success. Apologising for troubling you.
    I remain, Sir, faithfully yours,
    WILLIAM H. GOFF,
    Hon. Secretary to the Trustees of the Beaconsfield Assembly Hall.
    P.S.—I may add that last October I sent out a circular to the residents and former subscribers showing financially our position, and soliciting further subscriptions to pay off the balance. Your writer, if a subscriber, received one.—W.H.G. Upper Beaconsfield Assembly Hall85
  • 8 Aug 1888: BERWICK SHIRE. TO THE RATEPAYERS OF BEACONSFIELD RIDING. LADIES and GENTLEMEN
    As my term of office as your representative is about to expire, I again offer myself for re-election. Should you be satisfied with the manner in which I performed my duties, will you be good enogh to give me your support at the forthcoming election. Thanking you for past favors, Believe me, Faithfully yours, WILLIAM H. GOFF. Harpfield, Beaconsfield, 28th July, 1888.
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    SHIRE OF BERWICK. ELECTION OF COUNCILLOR.-BEACONSFIELD RIDING. I HEREBY give notice that WILLIAM H. GOFF and HENRY H. HATFIELD Have been nominated for the Office of Councillor for Beaconsfield Riding, and as the num ber exceeds the number required a Poll will be held at the Assembly Hall, at Booth near Beaconsfield station, and at Wade's Store, Gembrook, on Thursday, August 9th, commencing at Eight o'clock in the forenoon and closing at Four o'clock in the afternoon. WILLIAM BRISRIANE. Returning Officer. July 31, 188886
  • 15 Aug 1888: Last Thursday being election day every thing was in a more or less state of excitement. Who is going to be returned ? was the question asked on every side, and many were the answers. Some said Goff, others Hatfield. Both candidates worked hard to avert defeat, but Mr. Goff's friends and supporters rolled up, and when the result of the poll was declared he was returned by a large majority; and I think the ratepayers were wise, for in Mr. Goff they have a man who will look after their interests and see that they get a fair share of rates expended in their Riding. Not that Mr. Hatfield would not have done the same, but Mr. Goff has had two years experience as a Councillor in the Shire of Berwick which Mr. Hatfield had not and I think a great number took this into consideration and voted accordingly. Henry Hawkins Hatfield87
  • 12 Oct 1889: A CORRECTION.
    Sir,—My attention has been called to a notice in your Wednesday's issue of the success of Mr. Arthur Halford, at the Melbourne University. You mention him as a former pupil of Wesley College. Kindly correct this. He was, I am pleased to say, a pupil of All Saints' Grammar School and not Wesley College.
    Yours, etc., WILLIAM H. GOFF Arthur Charles Frederick Halford88
  • 14 Jun 1890: CRIME AT PRAHRAN.
    Inquiry is being made by the police into the circumstances of a daring burglary committed at the residence of Mr. .William Henry Goff early on Thursday morning, and also into a case of assault and robbery committed upon one of that gentleman's college pupils at about 5.45 that evening. Mr. Goff is the head master of All Saints Grammar School and he resides at No. 82 Williams-road. Between 4 and 5 o'clock on the morning in question an entry was effected into his dwelling, and a purse containing money abstracted from the pocket of Mrs. Goff's dress. The garment was left hanging in complainant's bedroom, into which the burglar entered after forcing his way into the house through the front window, the catch of which was forced back. There was a quantity of jewellery and valuables obtainable in the room, but the intruder was disturbed before he had time to secure them. Mr. Paternoster, who boards with Mr. Goff, was returning home from school along The Avenue, Windsor, when he was attacked by two who threw him down, snapped his watch chain and ran away with his watch.89
  • 25 Feb 1891: See Government Gazette, 20th February 1891, p909. Magistrates. THE Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, has been pleased to appoint the gentlemen named in the schedule hereunder to keep the peace in the bailiwicks mentioned in conjunction with their respective names :- Central Bailiwick.
    William Henry Goff, Esq. ... Beaconsfield
    John Alfred Kitchen, Esq. ... Pakenham
    Cyrus Mason, Esq. ... ... Pakenham John Ambrose Kitchen90
  • 28 Jul 1891: SHIRE of BERWICK. ANNUAL ELECTION of AUDITOR. I hereby give notice that an ELECTION will be held on Thursday, the 13th day of August, 1891, for ONE AUDITOR for the Shire of Berwick, and I hereby appoint Tuesday, the 4th day of August, 1891, as the day of nomination. All intending candidates are required to deliver their nomination papers, with ten pounds cash deposit, to my deputy, J. C. Hodgson, shire secretary, at the shire hall, Berwick, on Monday, the 3rd day of August, 1891, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
    W. H. GOFF. President. 28th July, 1891.91
  • 19 Aug 1891: Cr. D. Bourke has been elected president of the Berwick Shire Council, and although he succeeds a gentleman—Cr. Goff—who in every respect was an excellent president, we feel assured that Cr. Bourke will carry out the duties of the office in and able and business-like manner.92
  • 8 Jun 1892: Cr. Goff moved that 75 chains of grubbing and clearing from Bain's to Stoney creek be done, also 30 chains grubbing and clearing, Deviation road, bridge over Stoney creek, culvert and filling, 20 chains side forming, etc. four chains metalling.—Seconded by Cr. Sykes and carried, the works to be done under the loan.93
  • 13 Jul 1892: Scarcely a day passes in which the well-known truism, "Charity should begin at home," does not receive forcible illustration, but the most striking anomaly we have encountered in this connection happened during the progress of the Berwick shire council on Saturday last.
    A letter was read from a gentleman in Narree Warren suggesting that certain work be done in order to provide employment for the unemployed in Berwick.
    While the discussion on the subject was proceeding, Cr. Goff was noticed to leave his seat stealthily and procure a hat. His intention was soon apparent, and one after another—councillors, reporters and contractors—were asked to contribute a shilling, to the Melbourne distress fund.
    While every credit is due to Cr. Goff for his thoughtfulness, we are of opinion that the sum (however small) he collected would have been better spent had it been distributed locally.94
  • 12 Oct 1892: The meeting of the Berwick Shire Council would indeed be monotonous affairs were it not for the presence of Cr. Goff. Being an educated gentleman (an Irish gentleman into the bargain), with a rare fund of humor, he throws upon the most prosaic and dreary subject an interesting aspect which helps considerably to facilitate, the progress of business. He is about the only man in the Council who palaver over a disgusted ratepayer successfully, and to do that with a Beaconsfield ratepayer requires the genius and tact of a Chesterfield.95
  • 7 Dec 1892: LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.
    In our next issue will be published an account of a visit to Upper Beaconsfield, a district that is fast attracting attention as one of the finest in the colony for fruit growing purposes.
    The dreary monotony of the Berwick Council meeting on Saturday was greatly relieved by the humorous sallies of Councillor Goff. Woe betide the indiscreet councillor who makes a canard, at the expense of W. H., for the irrepressible celt swoops down on him like the proverbial Assyrian, and puts him to flight. Councillor Ramage put his foot in it on Saturday, when suggesting that certain work should be carried out in the Beaconsfield Riding. Councillor Ramage belongs to Pakenham, which riding is always hopelessly in debt, and the calm way in which Councillor Ramage spoke of spending the Beaconsfield money irritated Councillor Goff. After moving that the work referred to be done, Councillor Ramage was about to sit down, when Councillor Goff ironically remarked:—"you're not done yet, surely; is there anything else upon which you would like to spend our money; it is really very good of you to relieve us of our burden :" Councillor Ramage sat down amidst an audible chuckle from the councillors.96
  • 7 Dec 1892: Cr. Goff moved, and Cr. Brisbane seconded, that the surveyor survey a road through the late Mrs. Lawes' land (blocks 32 and 32A), as near as possible dividing block 32A in two equal parts; and also that he prepare plans and specifications for bridge to connect the Stony Creek road with proposed new road through block 32A, and that the Beaconsfield public works committee have power to advertise for tenders for clearing said road, and erection of bridge over the creek—tenders to be in by next Council meeting, on 31st December.—Carried.
    The following are the works referred to:—Widening road opposite the Beaconsfield House Hotel, and surveying road and preparing design for small bridge, Stony Creek, near blocks 32 and 32A. These items shall receive attention as soon as time will permit.97
  • 7 Dec 1892: After hammering away for over 12 months, and being roundly abused during the whole of that period Cr. Goff, of Berwick shire, has at last carried a motion for the construction of a road through Mrs Lawes' land, Upper Beaconsfield.
    The road in question will connect Narree Warren with Beaconsfield, and will also prove advantageous in the matter of opening up one of the best portions of the Beaconsfield district. Hitherto, visitors to that place have complained that they could only drive for about a mile in any one direction, owing to the roads not being opened up, but Cr. Goff's action will result in doing away with this disadvantage. Eliza Emily Kenny98
  • 14 Dec 1892: A VISIT TO UPPER BEACONSFIELD. A few years ago a friend and I were discussing the relative merits of several holiday resorts, with a view to spending a fortnight holiday at the most suitable. The Beaconsfield district was at that time becoming popular in this respect, so I suggested that we should sojourn there. "Beaconsfield," exclaimed my friend, disgustedly ; "why, I wouldn't go there if you offered to pay all ex's. I've been there before, and, 'once bitten, twice shy.' There are only about three houses there, and a similar crowd of inhabitants. "I remember," my friend continued, "that after our party had been in Upper Beaconsfield for three weeks without seeing other human beings, we decided to lay wait for a stray tramp, or whoever passed. A few days after the watch was set we nabbed a 'sky-pilot' riding to a neighbouring parish. We caged him for a few days, to look at ; he threatened us with illegal detention, but as soon as we let him go we got out of the district, and I, for one, never want to visit it again." I listened patiently to my friend's outburst, and, being a new-chum at the time, ergo, gullible I conceived a holy horror of the Beaconsfield country, which did not abate as the years rolled on.
    However, my time was to come, and, when I received and invitation a fortnight ago from a gentleman residing at Upper Beaconsfield, to visit that locality, the traditions of my new-chumship came to my mind. Finally, I came to the conclusion that "'twas better to have loved and lost, than never to have loved at all," so I decided to chance the horrors of the expedition, and to take a long and searching look at every human being I saw during the week previous to my visit, in case I should see no others in that Ultima thule of civilisation.
    My invitation came from Mr. W. H. Goff, principal of All Saints' Gramnmar School, St. Kilda, who is a leading member of the Berwick Shire Council, and has a country residence in Upper Beaconsfield. During the school term Mr. Goff makes frequent visits to Beaconsfield, and it was on one of these visits that I accompanied him.
    A great many people are not aware that there are two distinct Beaconsfield townships—Upper and Lower, but such is the case, and the first thing that strikes the visitor on an acquaintance with the Upper township after sojourning for a while in the Lower, is the vast difference in the class of people, and the methods of existence.
    With this explanation I will proceed. Meeting my host at the 4.30 train, we journeyed to Lower Beaconsfield station (there is not a station at Upper Beaconsfield yet, but the energetic inhabitants hope to have one ere long), where a strong, serviceable waggonette was waiting for us. The road to our destination lay in a north-easterly direction, and for about two miles was about as level and smooth as Bourke street. As we proceeded, the road began to ascend, and wound round steep hills innumerable. Splendid views can be obtained from various portions of this mountain road, the high, rugged hills, towering above, and the dim, solemn glens and gullies below, making a beautiful picture in the soft, warm glow of the setting sun. Jim, our driver, was not impressed with the beautiful scenery, familiarity evidently breeding contempt, so he urged his horses to greater effort, and, after about 40 minutes drive, we arrived at our destination. After dinner my host showed me round his orchard, which, for uniformity in laying out, size and excellence of all kinds of fruit—in short, a multum in parvo—cannot be equalled by many orchards of much greatet pretensions. Mr. Goff has a most invaluable manager in James Woolff, whose strawberries, gooseberries and raspberries are the finest in the district, whilst the vitality and superb appearance of the crops of oats, etc., grown under his care are the envy of the adjoining growers. Altogether, Mr. Goff has one of the finest country residences that a man could wish for, with every appliance of civilization as handy as in a town residence.
    As time was an object with me, I had to make a tour of the district on Sunday, and must confess that my pessimistic views received a severe shock at the sight of the numerous prosperous-looking residences to be seen scattered in all kinds of picturesque localities. There was no sign of the prevailing depression here, and every person we met had a cheerful, well-to-do appearance about him or her, as the case might be. Some really pretty and flourishing orchards, such as those of Messrs. Mackly, Noble, Glissmann and others, give promise of returning fourfold the capital and energy bestowed on them by their proprietors.
    Another place of interest is the "Big House," an amalgamation of a private boarding house and a genteel hotel. The "Big House" has lately changed hands, and is now under the capable management of Mr. J. R. Wakeham, a gentleman who has evidently had a deal of experience in that line, and who is rapidly bringing back the good name enjoyed by the establishment years ago.
    The principal attractions for pleasure seekers in this locality are the wonderfully beautiful fern gullies that exist within half-a-mile of the township. The much-raved-about splendors of Ferntree Gully pale into utter worthlessness beside the glorious abundance and beauty of the ferns to be found in those gullies. One of the ravines goes by the name of "Bain's Gully," owing to the late Mr. Bain, of the Border Hotel, having at one time been the owner of the land. Mr. Bain was passionately fond of the beautiful spot, and went to a deal of expense in making a pathway from the top of the hill to the depths of the gully. The land has since been sold, but the proprietor has allowed the place to go to decay, and a neighbor, who evidently objects to picnic parties going down the gully, has maliciously caused a number of trees to be felled across the path, thus partially obstructing access to the ferns. If a good old English curse could do that neighbor any good, my maledictions on his confounded impertinence ought to make an angel of him.
    Visitors to Upper Beaconsfield are never allowed to depart without being shown "our Assembly Hall," and well might they be proud of such a cosy, compact and convenient building. To Mr. Goff is largely due the credit of the erection of this handsome edifice, which is an everlasting testimonial of what can be effected by the judicious application of "blarney." The building consists of a large hall (which is used on Sundays for church purposes), a circulating library, with nearly 700 volumes, a commodious supper room, and ladies dressing room, all fitted up with the most modern appliances. In fact, it struck me as being something marvellous that such a small township should possess such a handsome edifice, and when I asked Mr. Goff how it was, he simply "winked the other eye." A courteous and obliging librarian is Mr McLean, who showed me over the building, and supplied me with all necessary information.
    In conclusion, I cannot well help thinking that a grand future is before this little colony of energetic people. True, most of them are only weekly visitors to the place, but during their short visits a deal of work is planned for their employees, and, not only that, they are mostly men of considerable wealth; who do not begrudge spending a few hundred pounds in improvements. A government fruit expert who recently visited the district gave his opinion that there was not a better place in the colony for growing all kinds of berries, and also several of the larger fruits. In view of this, a number of the leading residents have taken the subject up heartily, and it will not be their fault if, before long, Upper Beaconsfield is not a large exporter of dried fruits of all descriptions. The soil is there, and also the men and capital, so it may be looked upon as one of the '"certainties."
    I must confess that my ideas regarding the fertility of the soil, etc., at Upper Beaconsfield have undergone a great change, and I am fully determined that at the first opportunity, I will take a couple of week's leave, and spend them in this Victorian Eden. Upper Beaconsfield99
  • 4 Jan 1893: A petition was received from a number of ratepayers in Upper Beaconsfield protesting against the futher expenditure of money on St Georges road, as proposed by the council.—Cr. Goff argued that the proposed work was necessary, and should be carried out. With regard to the work asked for on the main road from Shorthouse's to Lennie's, it would not benefit Lennie, and was not as important as that on St. George's road.—The president said that the people had been misled with regard to the proposed deviation of St. George's road through the late Mrs. Lowe's (Lawes') property, as it was provided for in the loan and would have to be carried out.—Several letters from ratepayers were read, asking the council to proceed with the work, and Cr. Goff remarked that the writers of these letters represented about £20 per annum rates.—Cr. Gibb said the road was wanted, and those people who would benefit by it were fully entitled to it. The object of the opponents was to keep the traffic their way, no matter what inconvenience they caused others.—Cr. Goff : Yes, they are acting with a dog in the manger spirit. He (Cr. Goff) moved a that the engineer prepare plans and that the Beaconsfield members be empowered to accept tenders for the work that day fortnight ; also for work on road leading to Brittingham's.—Seconded by the president and carried.
    From John Beattie, protesting against proposed road through Mrs. Lowe's (Lawes') land, and asking for improvements to main road from Stony Creek.—Cr. Goff moved and the president seeonded that the Beaconsfield members and the engineer inspect main road to ascertain what work was really necessary.—Carried. Eliza Emily Kenny, John Beatty, Hubert Lenné, Samuel Charles Brittingham100
  • 4 May 1893: A meeting of the Berwick Shire Council must like some well-advertised gardens, be a nice place at which "to spend a happy day." The language and deportment of the members is occasionally, Herr Breitman said, of a highly "gott-tamnable" order. Here is a scrap of dialogue from the newspaper report of the Council meeting held on Saturday:—Cr. Goff.—"You made the remark, and if you deny it you tell a deliberate untruth, sir," Cr. Robinson (excitedly).—"You're another,'' Cr. Goff.—"Oh, we all know about you." The accusation of being "another" levelled against Councillor Goff seems to have completely floored that local legislator, and he afterwards became meek and apologetic. The ratepayers who were present, it is explained, were "completely surprised" at the scene. I am not. It is clear enough. Goff and Robinson have Parliamentary ambitions. No man is really fit for Parliament unless he either is or has been called "another" by some other fellow.101
  • 11 Aug 1894: MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS. THE NOMINATIONS. BERWICK (Shire) -Beaconsfield Riding-William H Goff. Berwick Riding-Francis Barr. Pakenham Riding-James W D Robinson. All reelected unopposed. Auditor-Robert R Bain and George Watson.102
  • 2 Feb 1895: BEACONSFIELD, Upper.—Furnished COTTAGE, every convenience, beautifully situated, month or term. Particulars W. H. Goff, Williams-road, Windsor.103
  • 8 May 1895: Local Intelligence.
    At Saturday's meeting of the Berwick Council the resignation of Cr. Turnbull, late member for Beaconsfield riding, was received with regret, Cr. Brisbane firing off a panegyric in commemoration of his colleague's usefulness whilst in the council and Cr. Goff had also a good word to say of his late confrere. The date of the extraordinary election was fixed for May 25; and Cr. Goff will perform the duties of returning officer. Ex-Cr. Sykes will contest the seat against all comers, and comes forward at the request of a large number of ratepayers, many of whom hail from the Gembrook divsion of the riding. In the light of recent events it is plainly to be seen that there will probably be dissentions as to manegement of this portion of th shire, and wise heads are necessary to deal with the impending trouble. Mr. Sykes has a pratical knowledge of council matters, and as a local resident his candidature should commend itself to the ratepayers. , John Turnbull Jessey Sykes104
  • 25 May 1896: BERWICK SHIRE COUNCIL. BERWICK, Saturday.
    In the Berwick shire council to-day Cr. Crichton accused the president, Cr. Goff, of insulting and untruthful statements in connection with some business at a previous meeting.
    The president twice called upon Cr. Crichton to withdraw his remarks, but he declined, and the president then took steps, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to suspend Cr. Crichton until such time as he withdraws his remarks.105
  • 27 May 1896: Berwick Council. THE DIGNITY OF THE CHAIR.
    At the ordinary meeting of the above on Saturday last an acrimonious passage-at-arms ensued between Cr Crichton and the president, Cr Goff.
    Cr Crichton at the conclusion of the ordinary business remarked that some six or twelve months ago, previous to his being elected councillor, the clerk of works suggested to him that a road was required through his land. He told the clerk of works to inform the council that they could have the road for nothing. He waited four months for a reply, which was not forthcoming. He then asked the clerk of works whether the council was going to take the road, and he was informed they would do so if he (Cr Crichton) paid for the transfer. Needless to say, so far as he was concerned, there the matter ended. The president had made a statement at a previous meeting to the effect that he had no intention of giving the said road. These remarks, to say the least of them, were both unjust and untruthful.
    The chairman interjected and requested Cr Crichton to withdraw his remarks. Until he withdrew his statement of untruthfulness he would not allow him to speak at the council table. As president he would use his powers to expel Cr Crichton from the council.
    Cr Crichton : You are a despotic president. You should have withdrawn your offensive statement at last meeting and apologised.
    The president : I will not allow you to take part in this council until you withdraw your remarks.
    Cr Crichton : We'll see all about that.
    Cr Robinson coincided with the president. The chair should be upheld. The president here read the Act referring to a president's powers, and again called on Cr Crichton to withdraw his statement of untruthfulness.
    Cr Crichton : You will have to withdraw your statement before I do.
    The president : I gave an explanation at last meeting and you accepted it.
    Cr Crichton : I did not. You closed the meeting abruptly; and I did not get time to say a word.
    The president: I am upholding the authority of a president, and every member of the council will support me in it. Your remarks are certainly uncalled for and unjustifiable.
    Cr Crichton : You were the first to make uncalled for statements.
    The president : I will not be charged with untruthfulness.
    Cr D. Bourke: Surely, councillors can come here and give their opinions without having rows. Until recently we managed to get through our business amicably, but now we are having unpleasant disputes at every meeting. Councillors were amenable to be taught what was right. When Cr Crichton asked for an explanation at last meeting it was given him by the president. Letters had been frequently received from the Lands Dept. asking if Cr Crichton intended to give the road promised, but could not be definitely answered pending Cr Crichton's decision to give same. This was certainly very annoying. He thought Cr Crichton should withdraw. If councillors were watching every little thing that was said at the council table they would never get on amicably.
    Cr Crichton : The president should either substantiate or withdraw his statement, but he has done neither. How did he know whether I Intended to give the road or not?
    Cr Wilson: I think Cr Crichton should withdraw his remarks before the thing goes any further.
    Cr Crichton: I will withdraw if the president will withdraw what he has said and make an apology satisfactory to this council.
    The president : You must withdraw unconditionally.
    Cr D. Bourke : Withdraw, Cr Crichton!
    Cr T. Bourke : You should withdraw, Cr Crichton. Cr Goff gave you an explanation at last meeting and you did not say you were dissatisfied with it.
    Cr Crichton : I did not get a chance. He closed the meeting abruptly.
    The president : This Is the last chance I shall give you, Cr Crichton. Are you going to withdraw?
    Cr Crichton (rising to leave the table) : Good-bye!
    The president : Well, I shall certainly exercise the power the Act gives me to expel you.
    Cr Crichton (leaving the table): I would sooner be expelled than put up with your offensive and uncalled for remarks. The proceedings then terminated.
    In Part XI of the 18th schedule of the Local Government Act it is laid down (that whenever any councillor shall make use of any expression disorderly or capable of being applied offensively to any other councillor, the councillor so offending shall be requested by the chairman to withdraw the expression and to make a satisfactory explanation to the council. Further, and that any Cr. having been twice called to order or to withdraw and to apologise for such conduct and refusing so to do shall be guilty of an offence.
    The penalty for the above is that the councillor so-offending shall forfeit a sum not exceeding £5; The penalty may be recovered by means of a civil action in any police court. The 13th schedule was adopted in its entirety by the Berwick council some months ago. Alexander Crichton106
  • 24 Aug 1896: BERWICK SHIRE RATES. REMARKABLE CASE OF WRITING OFF ARREARS. DANDENONG. Saturday.
    At the Berwick Shire council meeting to-day Cr. Crichton stated that on looking over the rate book he observed that an amount of £5, rates due by the president, had been written off some 12 months ago. He would like to know by what authority this had been done.
    Cr. Goff (president) : It was done by resolution of the council. These rate were not incurred by me, but by a man who had agreed to buy the property. You are out of order in mentioning this. I was not president at the time.
    By direction the secretary produced the minute book, which showed that the amount of £5 had been written off by resolution of the council.
    Cr. Crichton : I consider the motion was illegal, and the council had no power to do such a thing.
    Cr. Goff : It was done before you came into the council, and you had nothing to do with it.
    The accounts had been audited. I won't discuss the matter now.
    Cr. Crichton : As it is a personal matter you should court discussion, and not stifle it. I will move—
    That so long as that £5 remains unpaid that no ratepayer in the shire be summoned for rates.
    Cr. Ure seconded motion.
    Cr. Goff : Nonsense. The motion is out of order. I had nothing to do with the incurring of the rates mentioned.
    Cr. Crichton : Ex-Cr. Brisbane ought to be ashamed of himself for proposing such a motion.
    Cr. Goff : You ought to be ashamed of yourself for attacking ex-Cr. Brisbane behind his back. If a man had to pay rates that he did not incur it would be very hard.
    Cr. Crichton : You are here to defend ex-Cr. Brisbane.
    Cr. Goff : Ex-Cr. Brisbane was a good man, and a credit to the council.
    Cr. Crichton : You sold the land and got a good deposit.
    Cr. Goff : That's my business. This matter has been settled.
    Cr. Crichton : Is it settled? Don't make any mistake about that.
    The motion was not, however, put, and the ordinary business was proceeded with. Alexander Crichton107
  • 27 Aug 1896: THE BERWICK COUNCIL "WRITING OFF" CASE. TO THE EDITOR OF THE AGE.
    SIR,—Under the heading of "A Remarkable Case of Writing Off Arrears in the Berwick Shire Council" in your issue of the 24th inst. I am referred to as having moved that a sum of £5 be written off Cr. Goff's rates, and this iniquitous conduct on my part has filled Cr. Crichton's pious soul with horror. Being on the eve of an election at which my candidature is supported by Cr. Goff, whilst my opponent is supported by Cr. Crichton, may afford some explanation of the circumstance being brought forward at the present very opportune moment ; but the facts of the case are as follows:—Mr. Goff sold 40 acres of unimproved land about eight years ago, which ultimately fell back into his hands with something like £15 arrears in rates, due for six years. Had the then rate collector performed his duties no such preposterous accumulation could have occurred, but the council, on consideration of this and other matters in connection therewith which I am unable to recall at the present moment, decided unanimously to write off £5 of the amount named. No member of the council offered opposition to the resolution.
    But the fact is, some time ago Cr. Crichton sent in a claim against the council for a sum of about £200 due to him for work and labor done, principally in constructing roads in the direction of his own property. The council pointed out that the claim was, so far as it was concerned, quite illegal, and refused to pay. I may mention that Mr. Crichton had allowed this to remain in abeyance for about 7 years, and when asked why such an extraordinary claim had not been sent in at the proper time, he said it had escaped his memory—an example which the council received with the same confidence that it did his account. Cr. Goff was a most determined opponent to payment being made. Cr. Crichton then proposed to me as a member of the council that £100 of the ratepayers' money be expended in the purchase of cats for the purpose of killing rabbits.
    This was just a little too much for my gravity, and Cr. Crichton never forgave me for this. About two months ago President Goff threatened to suspend him tor conduct unbecoming a Councillor, which necessitated an apology from Mr. Crichton, and now the latter is revenged in a way which has probably filled his soul with joy.— Yours, &c.,
    W. BRISBANE.
    Elizabeth-street, Melbourne, 25th August. William Brisbane, Alexander Crichton108
  • 2 Sep 1896: The Municipal Elections. BERWICK. Cr. Ure, representing the Beaconsfield Riding, was opposed by ex-Cr. Brisbane, who some time ago retired from the Berwick Council. The result of this contest was, to say the least of it, surprising to most people, the last-named's chance of ousting the sitting member being thought to be very good. The result was:— Cr. Ure, 106; ex-Cr. Brisbane, 50 ; giving the former a majority of 56 votes. An election cry in regard to the action of the Council in writing off certain rates most probably had something to do with the defeat of ex-Cr. Brisbane. In connection with this matter ex-Cr. Brisbane says:— "I am referred to as having moved that a sum of £5 be written off Cr. Goff's rates, and this iniquitous conduct on my part has filled Cr. Crichton's pious soul with horror. Being on the eve of an election at which my candidature is supported by Cr. Goff, whilst my opponent is supported by Cr. Crichton, may afford some explanation of the circumstance being brought forward at the present opportune moment ; but the facts of the case are as follows:— Mr. Goff sold 40 acres of unimproved land about 8 years ago, which ultimately fell back into his hands with something like £15 arrears in rates, due for six years. Had the then rate collector performed his duties no such preposterous accumulation could have occurred, but the council, on con sideration of this and other matters in connection therewith which I am unable to recall at the present moment, decided unanimously to write off £5 of the amount named. No member of the council offered opposition to the resolution. But the fact is, some time ago Cr. Crichton sent in a claim against the council for a sum of about £200 due to him for work and labor done, principally in con structing roads in the direction of his own property. The council pointed out that the claim was, so far as it was concerned, quite illegal, and refused to pay. I may mention that Mr. Crichton had allowed this to remain in abeyance for about 7 years, and when asked why such an extraordinary claim had not been sent in at the proper time, he said it had escaped his memory—an example which the coun cil received with the same confidence that it did his account. Cr. Goff was a most determined opponent to payment being made. Cr. Crichton then proposed to me as a member of the council that £100 of the ratepayers money be expended in the purchase of cats for the purpose of killing rabbits. This was just a little too much for my gravity, and Cr. Crichton never forgave me for this. About 2 months ago President Goff threatened to suspend him for conduct unbecoming a councillor, which necessitated an apology from Mr. Crichton, and now the latter is avenged in a way which has probably filled his soul with joy."
    A contest for the office of local auditor, between Messrs. R. R. Bain, of Berwick and R. Clements, of Pakenham, resulted in the former being re-elected by a majority of 16 votes, the numbers being Bain, 200; Clements, 184. Cr. D. Bourke was returned without opposition for Pakenham riding, and Cr. J. B. Wilson for Berwick riding. SBMJ Reported, William Brisbane109
  • 25 Aug 1897: Cr. W. H. Goff, who has retired from the Berwick Shire Council, wherein he represented the Beaconsfield riding for a number of years, served a very useful term as a shire councillor, and the Beaconsfield people are indebted to him (as well as to his one-time confrere, Cr. Brisbane) for most of the improvements made in the riding, more especially to that portion known as Upper Beaconsfield. The public hall, &c. at this place is the result of his almost single-handed effort. Among the councillors Mr. Goff was universally respected and liked, and his good-humored jollity many times served as a pleasant break to the often dull monotony of the council meetings.110
  • 25 Nov 1897: APPLICATION for PROBATE.—Notice is hereby given, that after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof application will be made to the Supreme Court, in its Probate Jurisdiction, that PROBATE of the WILL of SOPHIA MABERLY LANG, late of Manning-road, East Malvern, in Victoria, spinster, deceased, may be granted to Alexander Bruce Lang, of the said address, civil servant, and William Henry Goff, of Williams-road, Windsor, in Victoria, schoolmaster, being the executors appointed by the said will.
    Dated this 23rd day of November, 1897. Sophia Mabley Lang111
  • 3 Jan 1903: All Saints' Grammar School.
    At the annual "break up" of the above school Dr Embling, M.D., M.L.C., presided. The gathering was a memorable one, in that Mr W. H. Goff, who has been the head master since the school's inception, said ' Good-bye ' to his pupils, that gentleman in having resigned his position. Mr Goff was visibly affected in uttering his farewell words, and all his pupils have a very warm feeling of respect for him, and regret that a change is being made.
    From Mr Goff's report we cull the following—
    Ladies and gentlemen,—
    For the past thirty-one years it has been my privilege at the close of the scholastic year to give an account of my stewardship as Head Master of All Saints' Grammar School, which I opened with two boys on the 1st June, 1871, and I can assure you that it is with the greatest possible regret that I am now retiring from the position which, I trust, I have held with credit to myself and benefit to the very many pupils placed under my care.
    From the opening day in 1871 to the last quarter in this year 1420 boys have passed through my hands, and I am proud to say that of that large number there have been very few failures, whilst very many have done well, some occupying prominent positions either as barristers, solicitors, doctors, engineers, or surveyors; sixteen of them were fortunate enough to get good appointments in the Eastern Extension Telegraph Co., and one, C. E. Goff, a rather good position in the recently formed Pacific Co.
    In my last report I referred with pride to those or my old pupils who had distinguished themselves in South Africa.
    One, Captain Percy Fitzgerald, Aide-de Camp, received the Victoria Cross, and another, Major Tivey, received at the hands of his Majesty the distinguished order of merit for bravery in the field. Therefore, as regards the old pupils, I have every reason to be proud of their successes.
    The dux prize has been awarded, after keen competition, to F. A. V. Allen, who has passed a brilliant examination. He has proved himself a boy of exceptional ability. I congratulate him most heartily on obtaining the coveted prize.
    I beg to thank Edward Studford, Esq., late Senior Examiner of Titles, and the first secretary of the school, for the dux prize. It seems a fitting thing that the first secretary at whose suggestion the school was founded should give this prize at the time I am retiring. I have to thank the vestry for the Scripture prizes annually given by them. I must not forget to return thanks to the Revs Ward Thomas and Brazier for giving religious instruction to the pupils during the year. My staff, one and all, have worked splendidly throughout the year, for which I tender them my sincere thanks.
    Now comes the painful, the more than painful, part of my report, and that is to bid good-bye to my dear pupils. I can not express my feeling at parting from them. We have always been friends.
    Never for thirty-one years have they let my birthday pass without giving me a handsome token of their affection. These tokens I have treasured, and will treasure as long as I live. We have had a pleasant time together, and now I must bid them farewell. Believe me, I will always take the deepest interest in their welfare. They will ever have a friend in me, and one who will help them whenever possible. That Almighty God may prosper all of them and guide them through life will always be the sincere prayer of their friend and teacher.
    PRIZE AND HONOR LIST, in order ot merit
    Dux of school, F. A. V. Allen.
    English—Class 1, first division, Allen, Parnell ; second division, F. Snook, E. Snook. Class 2, first division, Clarke, Plumb ; second division A. Schlueter.
    Mathematics—Class 1, first division, F. Allen, H. Heath; second division, Gresson, Farraud; Class 2, first division, H. Abrahams, M. Plumb ; second division, A. Schlueter.
    English honor list—Class 1, first division, Holland, Heath, Lucas; second division, Sobey, Gresson, Farrauds. Class 2, first division, J. Mitchell, A. McCaul. H. Abrahams; second division, Read, Wolstenholme, Gaukroger.
    Mathematics honor list—Class 1, first division, V. Plumb, Holland, Glasson ; second division, Sobey, Wollacott, E. Snook. Class 2, first division, Clarke, J. Mitchell, Watson; second division, Raad, Wolstenholme, Gaukroner.
    English and Mathematics—Class 3, Lewis, Wyeth, Adkias. Class 4, Sawoy, H. Wolstenholme. Honor list, class 3, Pearse, Bailey; Jackson. Class 4, Call, Johnson, A. Abrahams.
    Physics and Physiology—Class 1, first division, Parnell, Allen ; second division, F Snook, E. Snook. Class 2, first division, M Plumb, R. Clarke; second division, A. Schlueter. Class 3, Lewis, Pearse, Jackson. Honor list, class 1, first division, Heath, Holland, Gisson; second division, Frrand, Gresson, J. McCaul. Class 2, first division, H. Abraham, A. McCaul ; second division, Read, J. Wolstenhome. Class 3, Wyeth, Haughton, Adkins.
    Book-keeping—Allen, Heath; honor list, Glasson, Plumb, Parnell.
    Scripture and Catechism—Class 1, Allen, Plumb, Farrand. Class 2, Schlueter, Plumb, Gaukroger. Class 3, Wyeth, Adkins, Jackson. Class 4, Wilkinson, Wolstenholme.
    French — Holland, Allen ; honor list, A. McCaul, F. Snook, H. Glasson.
    Latin—J. McCaul, Holland ; honor list, A. McCaul, F. Snook, Glasson.
    Phonography H. Glasson.
    Drawing — Class 1, Allen, Heath ; honor list, J McCaul, A. Woollacott. Class 2, R. Woods. E. Snook ; honor list, Glasson, Watson.
    Gymnastics — Call, Wilkinson.
    Drill— G. Lucas.
    Mapping — E. Snooks, Pearse.
    Shooting — Plumb, Heath, Adkins.
    Special — Harold Bailey.112
  • 7 Jan 1903: After thirty one and a half years' service, Mr W H Goff has resigned the position of head master at All Saints' Grammar School, East St Kilda. Mr Goff will shortly open the Beaconsfield Grammar School, "Harpfields," Upper Beaconsfield.113
  • 12 Jan 1903: TUESDAY, 13th JANUARY. At 11 o'Clock. "CARROWROE." 6 Williams-road, WINDSOR, Near Dandenong-road.
    Well Kept HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE.
    EBON UPRIGHT PIANO, by Soufleto.
    VALUABLE OIL PAINTING, by Nelson, "On the Watts River," Took First Prize at the Adelaide Exhibition.
    BEAUCHAMP BROTHERS have received instructions from W. H. Goff, Esq., to sell by auction, as above, Walnut drawingroom suite, in tapestry; gilt frame pier glass, oil paintings and water colors, 6 ft. 6 in. cedar sideboard, 7 ft. cedar extension dining table, cedar chiffonniere bookcase, cedar dining suite, in tapestry; magic lantern and slides, ebon aletoscopio (with photographs). Remington type writer, galvanic battery, lady's side saddle, books, 6 ft. cedar wardrobe, cedar duchesse pair, gent's cedar wardrobe, double brass rail Italian bedstead, contents of 6 bedrooms. Kitchen utensils, 5 ft. kitchen dresser, 4 dozen jars jams, garden tools, &c. Without reserve. Now on view. Catalogues ready.114
  • 3 Feb 1903: BEACONSFIELD GRAMMAR SCHOOL, Harpfields, Beaconsfield Upper.—A limited number of young gentlemen received as boarders. Thorough business education given. Pupils will have the advantage of a healthy and happy home. Prospectuses forwarded on application to William H. Goff, Principal. 1st TERM 3rd February.115
  • 29 Jul 1903: Beaconsfield.
    Mr. W. H. Goff, late of All Saint's Grammar School, St. Kilda, was taken seriously ill last week, but we are glad to say he is now progressing favorably under the care of Dr. Bennie and a trained nurse.
    Mrs. Unwin, who is also very ill, is in a very serious condition.
    There is a greet deal of sickness in the district, and the death of Mr. Little is reported.
    That "the way of the transgressor is hard," was verified locally last week. A young fellow who has been working here for some weeks past tried to get away without paying his debts. One creditor was seen (much to the amusement of a football team in the railway train who cheered him on), chasing at break-neck speed, whip in hand. He soon overtook the culprit, who was crouching in a hollow tree. Enforcing his remarks with sundry cuts with the whip, the Beaconsfielder made him empty his pockets leaving him a sadder though, it is to be hoped, a wiser man. Soon after this another creditor was noticed galloping furiously on horse back in the same direction overtaking the offender on the Narre Warren hill. After punching him, he saw the futility of trying to get blood out of a stone, and turned disconsolately homewards.
    The Eumemmerring Hotel has been robbed of some valuables by two swagmen and a woman. Their descriptions are well known to the public, and it is thought they will soon be captured. Dozens of suspicious looking characters are camped along the creek.
    There are some interesting cases to be heard at the Berwick Police Court this week. Upper Beaconsfield, Mrs Unwin116
  • 2 Sep 1903: Two new houses have been built here recently, one a handsome brick house for Dr. Bevan, one what is known as the Big House Hill; and the other a neat wooden villa for Mr. Bunt, near the Tower. It is rumored that a well known local resident has purchased a block of land close to the Post Office, where he purposes erecting a villa in the near future. The alteration of the time of running our early morning train is meeting with a good deal of opposition here, as it is con sidered if the alteration is made that our district as a summer resort will suffer. At present the train allows the business man to reach town in time for business, but if it is altered from 7.15 to 8.15 it will mean that be will just reach town an hour too late. I believe that a petition has already been forwarded to the traffic manager asking him to allow the time to remain as at present. I am pleased to record that Mr. W. H. Goff head teacher at the local Grammar School has completely recovered from his recent indisposition, and is now able to take charge of his school again. The proposed euchre tournament which is to take place on Friday, 4th September, promises to be great success. We have had a great quantity of rain lately, and fine weather is needed now, as our orchardists are beginning to talk about spraying, and that is a job that cannot be done in wet weather. Upper Beaconsfield, Rev Dr Llewelyn David Bevan Richard Henry Bunt117
  • 16 Jan 1904: BEACONSFIELD GRAMMAR SCHOOL, Harpfields, Beaconsfield Upper.-A limited number of young GENTLEMEN received as BOARDERS. Thorough business education given. Pupils will have the advantage of a healthy and happy home. Prospectus forwarded on application to William H. Goff, principal. 1st TERM, Feb. 3.118
  • 14 Jul 1904: BEACONSFIELD GRAMMAR SCHOOL. - VACANCIES for BOARDERS; terms moderate. William H. Goff, principal. Studies resumed 26th inst.119
  • 21 Jul 1904: BEACONSFIELD GRAMMAR SCHOOL. —Mountain air, home comforts. Terms moderate. Third TERM 26th inst. William H. Goff, principal.120
  • 30 May 1906: It is with deep regret that I have to chronicle the death of Mr W. H. Goff, which took place at his residence on Monday. The deceased gentleman had been indentified with the district for the past twenty years, and had always taken a great interest in its progress. He was one of the first councillors elected when this district obtained a separate riding, and he retained his seat for a number of years, and was elected president of the Shire of Berwick during his term of office. The district also owes to him its fine Assembly Hall, as he was the original mover to have it erected, and he held the office of trustee until his death and also that of secretary. The deceased gentle man who was sixty-one years of age, leaves a wife and family consisting of one daughter and three sons to mourn his loss.121
  • 27 Oct 1906: WEDNESDAY, 28th NOVEMBER, At Half-past 2 o'Clock Sharp. REALISING AUCTION SALE, CITY and SUBURBAN FREEHOLDS. INVESTMENT and RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES. HOTEL, SHOPS, Two-storied HOUSES, VILLAS, COTTAGES and ALLOTMENTS, Upon the Most LIBERAL TERMS Ever Offered to the public, viz., ONE-TENTH CASH DEPOSIT, Balance by Easy Monthly instalments Spread Over, 5, 10, and in Some Cases 15 Years, Interest 5 Per Cent., Thereby Placing the Purchase of a Sound Freehold Within the Reach of All.
    W. F. VALE and Co. (in conjunction with SYDNEY C. ARNOLD and Co) have received instructions to sell by public auction, at the rooms, Citizens'-chambers, 285 Collins-street, on Wednesday, 28th November, at half-past 2 o'clock sharp, the following excellent properties:—
    WINDSOR. 6 WILLIAMS-ROAD.—Two-story brick House, 12 rooms, stables, sewered, land 60 ft. x 160 ft., and at rear 100 x 160 ft.
    Catalogues, with full particulars, in course of preparation.
    W. F. Vale and Co., Citizens'-chambers, 235 Collins-strect; and Sydney C. Arnold and Co., 19 Queen-street.122
  • 11 Dec 1909: G. & A. QUELCH, FAMILY BUTCHERS,
    Corner of Hanover and Frederick Streets, WINDSOR.
    Guaranteed Farm-fed Bacon and Ham. Genuine Pork Sausages. Corned Beef and Ox Tongues. Small Goods of every description made on the premises.
    Special Notice. — All our SMALL GOODS are guaranteed
    FREE FROM PRESERVATIVES of any kind.
    Telephone No. 363, Windsor Ex.123
  • 20 Apr 1910: WEDNESDAY, 4th MAY. At Half-past 2 o'Clock. REALISING AUCTION SALE. WELL BUILT BRICK RESIDENCE. 6 Williams-road, WINDSOR,
    7 Minutes from Windsor Railway Station, and ½ a Minute from Omnibus Route and Proposed Trams Along Dandenong-road, with Land 60 Ft. to Williams-road x 160 Ft., and at Rear 100 Ft. x 160 Ft., with Right of Way Into Dandenong-road. TERMS of the very Easiest, viz., £150 Deposit. Balance Repayable at Rate of £150 Per Annum Until Paid Off, With Interest at 5 Per Cent. Per Annum, or Upon Fixed Mortgage, as May Previously be Arranged.
    W. F. VALE and Co. have received instructions to sell by public auction at the rooms, Citizens'-chambers, 233 Collins-street, at half-past 3 o'clock on above date,
    That well built BRICK RESIDENCE, known as "LAURISTIN," No. 6 WILLIAMS-ROAD, WINDSOR, with large area of land, as described above.
    The house contains on ground floor—drawing, dining, breakfast and sitting rooms, kitchen, pantry, scullery, bathroom, cellar and other conveniences; upstairs, 6 bedrooms, bathroom and small room, large linen press, balcony and verandah. The outhouses comprise W.B. stable, 2 stalls; buggy shed, loft, coal shed, &c. This sale affords a chance of obtaining a comfortable and convenient residence, with a good area of ground, upon very easy terms, as notified above. Immediate possession.
    Cards to view and further particulars from auctioneer, 285 Collins-street.124
  • 4 Mar 1944: IN SCHOOL AND OUT: SCHOOLS THAT HAVE PASSED (By OLD BOY)
    ST KILDA more than 50 years ago was noted for its schools, and all of them, having outlived their usefulness, have long since closed their doors.
    Among them I recall such schools and men as Queen's (R. S. Bradley), All Saints' (W. H. Goff), Cumloden (W. Martin Burn), St Kilda Grammar (Howell Thomas), Scotch College (Alex Gillespie), Marlton (E. L. Backhouse), and Alma Road (H. de la Poer Wall). Most of these schools have disappeared altogether, while the others are only a memory. Some of them were kept alive for a while by societies of old boys, but with no recruits, no school to support, these societies were relegated to the limbo of forgotten things.
    All Saints'
    One of the earliest, if not the earliest, schools in Victoria to be established in the grounds of a church was All Saints' Grammar School, St Kilda, which owes its foundation to the late Rev J. H. Gregory, the vicar of All Saints'.
    The first head master was Mr W. H. Goff, who ruled from 1871 to 1904, when he retired. One of the early masters was the late Alfred Deakin, afterwards Prime Minister. After Mr Goff's retirement, the Rev H. A. Brooksbank, the Rt Rev Bishop Crotty, the Rev C. H. Zercho, the Rev P. P. McLaren (now of St Peter's, Adelaide),
    Mr A. S. Polson, of Ballarat College, and Mr Draper followed as head masters.
    The doyen of All Saints' old boys is W. F. Vale, the auctioneer, who is No 3 on the school roll and was present on the opening day. All over the country may be found many of those who followed him; among them one recalls Warwick Bradshaw, Frank G. Stogdale, Arthur J. Conquest, in "The Lane"; Herbert F. Journeaux, on the Stock Exchange; and Eustace Flanagan and V. J. Whitehead, solicitors.
    The Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works includes in its staff roll the names of S. Ritchie and H. M. and H. L. Trethowan; and in the paper trade are John Cook (Alex Cowan and Co), J. W. Shead (Lamson Paragon), and Horace Chambris, now in Sydney. Another old "Saints'" in Sydney is Claude Chambers, the architect, in which profession I find F. G. Richardson.
    One of the best Australian footballers was Alf Smith, of St Kilda. He was not only skilful and strong, but scrupulously fair. He adorned the sport, and from the time he was a boy at All Saints' he was in the forefront. Two musicians who learned their notes at All Saints' are Horace Stevens (the basso) and W. F. G. Steele (the organist).
    In the State Electricity Commission we find the chairman, Gilbert Jobbins, and one of his right-hand men, A. L. Hargrave; and as officials in the Victorian Parliament were Arthur Wadsworth and T. Newton. An accountant, W. Leslie Porter, was for a time honorary secretary of the Old Boys' Association, and did much to foster the traditions of the school. Two old All Saints' boys, F. A. and W. H. Alcock, made names for themselves as makers of billiard tables.
    Among others on the school roll were 2 Yorickers, George Pape, the barrister, now on active service abroad, and Claude Parry. Others were H. E. Vial, chemist at Lismore (Vic), A. T. Madden (patent attorney), Horace Jones (Perth). T Wardle, of HM Customs, A. J. Evans, for years on the staff of the Melbourne Grammar School, where he was known to all as "Bunty," and J. M. Richardson, engineer of the City of Adelaide and of Bendigo. It is not possible to name them all, but this list will show the wide range covered by old boys of the school.125
  • 10 Jul 1964: 'Goff' suggested as name for Upper Beaconsfield Road
    At last meeting of Berwick Shire Council a letter was received from an Upper Beaconsfield resident asking that a road which runs off St. George's Road should be called King Arthur.
    Council did not favor the suggestion and following its policy of naming roads, as far as possible after pioneer settlers, referred the matter to the Historical Society of Berwick Shire for a recommendation.
    The letter came before last Friday's meeting of the Society.
    Mr. J. Glismann, who had obviously done some research on the subject, said the road in question led to a property of 128 acres which was part of the original survey back in 1878.
    The property, owned by a man named Lawes, had only a one-chain frontage, over an impossible route which had obviously been mapped out on a table in Melbourne without any knowledge of the local conditions.
    That meant that the property was left without any practical inlet. To overcome this a strip of land was purchased through Goff's property. It is a dogleg shape, running first north then west then north again.
    In the early days it was known as Lawes Lane — after Mr. Lawes, who was the only person to use it.
    Originally there was a house on the 128 acre block. The Lawes family left the district and some time later the house was destroyed in a bush fire. Although the Lawes family still retained the property for some years after that, they lost their association with the district and the road was known as Goff's. It was known by that name until recent years.
    Descendants of Mr. Goff still had land there. "In my opinion we would be doing the right thing if we recommended to the council that this be called Goff Road," said Mr. Glismann.
    "The late W. H. Goff was actively associated with Beaconsfield Upper. I am not sure whether he was a shire councillor in the early days, but I know he stood for election to the council. He was one of the first trustees of the Assembly Hall. He ran a boys' school in the early days.
    "We as a Historical Society favor honoring the memory of the pioneers and I don't think the council could do better than call this road either Goff or Harpfield's (after Goff's property)," concluded Mr. Glismann.
    Members endorsed the suggestion for naming this Goff Road and a recommendation will go to the Shire Council.
    Mr. Glismann was thanked by the President of the Society for his research into the subject.126
  • 31 Jul 1964: One "Goff" already in Shire
    Historical Society of the Berwick Shire suggested the name "Goff Road" for the road running off St Georges road, Upper beaconsfield.
    Cr. Hocking said it had since been discovered there was a "Goff" Road at Beaconsfield. He moved that the matter be sent back to the Historical Society.127

Citations

  1. [S221] Unknown author, Book: Miscellaneous, A school that has passed: All Saints' Grammar School, East At Kilda by Michael E Humphries. p5. From information by Doris Clayton Goff to the author.
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    Indexing Project (Batch) Number M70238-6 / System Origin Ireland-EASy / Source Film Number 101518 / Reference Number p 653.
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  4. [S335] Newspaper (Ireland) - Warder and Dublin Weekly Mail (Dublin, Ireland), Sat 4 Jan 1868, p10
    Goff and Clayton—December 30, at St. Philip’s, Milltown. by the Rev J W. Stubbs, D.D., F.T.C.D., assisted by the Rev. W. H. Flemyng, A.M . T.C D., and Oxon, Incumbent of Philip’s, Mr. W H. Goff. Head Master of the Hon. the Incorporated Society's Day School, Dublin, to Helen Rosa, daughter of James Clayton, Esq.. Belgrave-road.
  5. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, Ireland, City and Regional Directories, 1836-1947
    Goff, W. H. head master, Incorporated School, 55 Aungier street, Residence Year: 1868.
  6. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, Ireland, City and Regional Directories, 1836-1947
    Goff, W. H. head master, Incorporated School, 55 Aungier street, Residence Year: 1869.
  7. [S36] Inward & outward passenger lists to and from Victoria. Series: (VPRS 14; 7666; 7667; 7786); PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Victoria, Australia, Assisted and Unassisted Passenger Lists, 1839-1923
    William H Goff, Age 28, arrived 19 Jan 1871 on "True Briton."
  8. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1120-983 - William Henry Goff of Windsor.
  9. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Land File 631/49.
  10. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1120-983 - William Henry Goff to The Victoria Mutual Building and Investment Society.
  11. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1297-366 - Arthur Knight to George Britton Halford, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, George Frederick Brind, William Elms, William Henry Goff - see C/T 1524-764 (this land is reserved for the church or another community building).
  12. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1127-271 - Albion Theophilous Walkley to William Henry Goff of Williams Road Windsor Schoolmaster - C/T 1523-443.
  13. [S34] PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), VPRS 267/ P7 unit 569, item 1884/820.
  14. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1154-605 - Thomas Jacques Martin to George Britton Halford, Edward Fitzhaley A'Beckett, George Frederick Brind, William Elms, William Henry Goff all of Melbourne Gentlemen - C/T 1565-907.
  15. [S199] Series: VPRS13718 PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), 2998 School Building File. Letter from W H Goff to the Education Department, 15 May 1889.
  16. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1565-907 - Mortgage No 59635 - discharged 13 Apr 1891.
  17. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). 1094/49.
  18. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Land File 1306/49.4 George Edward Clayton requests that the crown grant to GEM-D-39 be issued to William Henry Goff.
  19. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1750-966 - William Henry Goff of Windsor.
  20. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Buller requests that in consideration of £48 received by him from Mr William Henry Goff the title to GEM-D-38 be issued to William Henry Goff.
  21. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1750-965 - William Henry Goff of Windsor.
  22. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). VPRS 5357/P0000/3916 - 987/49 DERBIN WILDER PAKENHAM 236 19--3--2. 1878 - 1886.
  23. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 2143-417 - William Henry Goff of Windsor.
  24. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). VPRS 5357/P0000/3641     
    1306/49. WILLIAM HENRY GOFF. GEMBROOK 39A D. 3--0--12. 1877 - 1888.
  25. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 2002-376 - William Henry Goff of Windsor.
  26. [S66] Berwick Shire Rates, 1870-1965 1889/90 No 522. Sundercombe J.S.S. Arrears former years £1.10.0 NAV40. New rate £2 Arrears now £3.10.0 40 acres 193.236 Pak
    1890/91 No 500. Sundercombe S. S. Arrears former years £3.10.0 NAV40. New rate £2. Arrears now £5.10.0 40 acres 193.236 Pak. Notes unreadable
    1891/92 No 500. Sundercombe S. S. (owner WH Goff) Arrears former years £5.10.0 NAV40. New rate £2. Arrears now £7.10.0 40 acres 193.236 Pak.
    1892/3 No 205. Now listed under Goff again. Arrears from Sundercombe £7.10.0 NAV30. New rate £1.10.0. Arrears now £9.
  27. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1496-040 - William Henry Goff of Williams Road Prahran Gentleman.
  28. [S361] G. F. Witton's Commercial Directory, Listed under Beaconsfield Upper. 33 miles S.E. from Melbourne; rail to Beaconsfield R.S., thence hire, 5 miles; post and tel. office; State school; mechanics' institute and free library; assembly hall. Population 510.
  29. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1120-983 - William Henry Goff to Agar Wynne and Robert Joseph Patrick Gibney.
  30. [S34] PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), VPRS 267/ P7 unit 643, item 1902/413.
  31. [S34] PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), VPRS 14524/P1/6 Bailiff's Warrant Books Action No 413.
  32. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1523-443 lists FiFa against GEM-D-40 / C/T 2002-376 against GEM-D-39A / C/T 1750-966 against GEM-D-39 - C/T 1496-040 against GEM-D-35.36.37 / C/T 2143-417 against PAK-236.
  33. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1496-040 - Mary Vale of Westbury Street St Kilda Married Woman.
  34. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1120-983 - William Henry Goff to Alexander Sanderson Robertson - Robertson transferred the mortgage back to William Henry Goff, probably because Agar Wynne and Robert Joseph Patrick Gibney took possession at some stage.
  35. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1565-907 - By direction of the Commissioner of Titles ... George Britton Halford, Edward Fitzhayley A'Beckett and William Henry Goff are registered as sole proprietors of the within land.
  36. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 2143-417 - William Henry Goff to English Scottish and Australian Bank Limited.
  37. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1523-443 - Mortgage to The English Scottish and Australian Bank Limited - was not discharged, but bought back by the Goff family.
  38. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 2002-376 - William Henry Goff to English Scottish + Australian Bank Limited.
  39. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1750-965 and 966 - William Henry Goff to English Scottish and Australian Bank Limited.
  40. [S3] Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages Edwardian Index Victoria 1902-1913 "#D4238/1906 (Age 63) [par William GOFF & Ellen WRIGHT] - Cause of Death: Softening of the Brain (3 years), Apoplexy (5 months)."
  41. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 29 May 1906, p1.
  42. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 2143-417 - The English Scottish and Australian Bank Limited.
  43. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1120-983 - Agar Wynne and Robert Joseph Patrick Gibney took possession at some stage.
  44. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), VPRS 28/P0, unit 1416; VPRS 28/P2, unit 864; VPRS 7591/P2, unit 427.
  45. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), C/T 1565-907 - Memo 884 Act No 3765 - The Land comprised herein is held by the trustees for the time being of The Beaconsfield Assembly Hall Trust which is registered in the Register of successory Trusts folium number 247.
  46. [S15] Newspaper - Village Bell Village Bell (Upper Beaconsfield, Vic.), Mar 2007, Issue 167, p8.
  47. [S103] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1903.
  48. [S105] Electoral Roll for Australia, 1905.
  49. [S48] Index of burials in the cemetery of St Kilda,
    GSV.
  50. [S337] Index of monumental inscriptions/burials Billion Graves "https://billiongraves.com/grave/William-Henry-Goff/26511077."
  51. [S345] Index of monumental inscriptions/burials, www.findagrave.com "St. Kilda Cemetery, St Kilda, Port Phillip City, Victoria, Australia, Plot: Other Denominations, Compartment A, Grave 33A, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/212689567
    Grave of William Henry Goff (unknown-28 May 1906)
    https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/212689392
    Grave of Helen Rosa (Clayton) Goff (unknown-10 Apr 1928)."
  52. [S335] Newspaper (Ireland) - Saunders's News-Letter (Dublin, Ireland), 11 Jul 1867, p2.
  53. [S335] Newspaper (Ireland) - The Daily Express (Dublin), 18 Nov 1868, p2.
  54. [S335] Newspaper (Ireland) - Saunders's News-Letter and Daily Advertiser (Dublin), 12 Nov 1868, p4.
  55. [S14] Newspaper - Leader (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 24 Dec 1870, p14
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/196688180
  56. [S14] Newspaper - The Herald (Melbourne, Vic.), Thu 19 Jan 1871, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/244809000
  57. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 20 Jan 1871, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5841331
  58. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 21 Jan 1871, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5841427
  59. [S14] Newspaper - Leader (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 22 Apr 1871, p15
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/196834228
  60. [S14] Newspaper - The Telegraph, St Kilda, Prahran and South Yarra Guardian (Vic.), Sat 17 Jun 1871, p7
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/105820455
  61. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Wed 4 Oct 1871, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5855809
  62. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Thu 21 Dec 1871, p6
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5858078
  63. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 23 Dec 1872, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5844956
  64. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 24 Dec 1872, p5
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5845024
  65. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 4 Apr 1873, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5851261
  66. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 9 Apr 1873 p8.
  67. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 16 Dec 1873, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5877657
  68. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 18 Dec 1874, p6
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/11509311
  69. [S14] Newspaper - The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 10 Jun 1876, p23
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/139769172
  70. [S14] Newspaper - The Telegraph, St Kilda, Prahran and South Yarra Guardian (Vic.), Sat 10 Jun 1876, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/109629530
  71. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 13 May 1878, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/200548648
  72. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 6 Jan 1880, p3.
  73. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 24 Jan 1881, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/204053038
  74. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 2 Sep 1881, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/201983983
  75. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Thu 23 Feb 1882, p12
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/11532984
  76. [S14] Newspaper - The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 11 Mar 1882, p30
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/138076732
  77. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Wed 4 Oct 1882, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/198566866
  78. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 8 Jan 1883, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/8489112
  79. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 14 May 1884, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70043190
  80. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Wed 6 Aug 1884, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/193393873
  81. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 11 Aug 1886, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70393235
  82. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 18 Aug 1886, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70393256
  83. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 6 Dec 1887, p10
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/7869743
  84. [S14] Newspaper - The Telegraph, St Kilda, Prahran and South Yarra Guardian (Vic.), Sat 14 Apr 1888, p5
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/107815726
  85. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 11 Jul 1888, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70031486
  86. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 8 Aug 1888, p2.
  87. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 15 Aug 1888, p2.
  88. [S14] Newspaper - The Prahran Telegraph (Vic.), Sat 12 Oct 1889, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/117003676
  89. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 14 Jun 1890, p11
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/196967205
  90. [S14] Newspaper - Victoria Police Gazette (Melbourne, Vic.), 25 Feb 1891, p59.
  91. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 28 Jul 1891, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/190623691
  92. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 19 Aug 1891, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70013168
  93. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 8 Jun 1892, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70014319
  94. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 13 Jul 1892, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70014451
  95. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 12 Oct 1892, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70014750
  96. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 7 Dec 1892, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70014962
  97. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 7 Dec 1892, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70014945
  98. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 7 Dec 1892, p2.
  99. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 14 Dec 1892, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70014970
  100. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 4 Jan 1893, p3.
  101. [S14] Newspaper - Melbourne Punch (Vic.), Thu 4 May 1893, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/174635958
  102. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 11 Aug 1894, p8.
  103. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 2 Feb 1895, p10
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/9344138
  104. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 8 May 1895, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70034416
  105. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 25 May 1896, p6
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/190616270
  106. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 27 May 1896, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70035936
  107. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 24 Aug 1896, p7
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/190618633
  108. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Thu 27 Aug 1896, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/190614492
  109. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 2 Sep 1896, p3.
  110. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 25 Aug 1897, p2.
  111. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Thu 25 Nov 1897, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/9780420
  112. [S14] Newspaper - Prahran Chronicle (Vic.), Sat 3 Jan 1903, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/165402253
  113. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 7 Jan 1903, p5.
  114. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 12 Jan 1903, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/197908449
  115. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 3 Feb 1903, p10.
  116. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 29 Jul 1903, p2.
  117. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 2 Sep 1903, p2.
  118. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 16 Jan 1904, p9.
  119. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 14 Jul 1904, p10.
  120. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 21 Jul 1904, p3.
  121. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), 30 May 1906, p3.
  122. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 27 Oct 1906, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/201666322
  123. [S14] Newspaper - The Prahran Telegraph (Vic.), Sat 11 Dec 1909, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/144519794
  124. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Wed 20 Apr 1910, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/184304655
  125. [S14] Newspaper - The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 4 Mar 1944, p31
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/142418359
  126. [S18] Newspaper - Pakenham Gazette (Vic.), 10 Jul 1964, p5.
  127. [S18] Newspaper - Pakenham Gazette (Vic.), 31 Jul 1964.
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