Katherine Mary Feehan

F, #29072, d. 24 Sep 1929
Father*Richard Feehan b. 1828, d. 7 Mar 1898
Mother*Bridget Dillon b. 1831, d. 27 Nov 1924
Death*24 Sep 1929 
Death-Notice*28 Sep 1929 CAMPBELL.-On the 24th September (suddenly), at Berwick, Katherine Mary, relict of the late E. Dal Campbell, third daughter of the late Richard Feehan, Melbourne; loving mother of Thecla. R.I.P. (Interred privately.)1 

Citations

  1. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 28 Sep 1929, p13
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4040225
Last Edited27 Mar 2023

Bridgett Feehan

F, #29073
Father*Maurice Feehan d. 19 May 1859
Mother*Ellen Cummins b. 1796, d. 23 Dec 1874
Married NameBridgett Ryan. 
Marriage* Spouse: Michael Ryan.
 
Note*1859 Bridgett, James and Richard receive a mourning ring from her father's estate.1 

Citations

  1. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Probate and Administration Files (VPRS28) / Wills (VPRS7591)
    2/979. Maurice Feehan, Residence: Western Port, Occupation: Farmer, To whom committed: James And Richd. Feehan, Date Of Death: 19 May 1859, Date Of Grant: 30 Jun 1859
    VPRS 28/P0000, 2/979; VPRS 28/P0001, 2/979; VPRS 7591/P0001, 2/979.
Last Edited14 Jul 2024

Richard Dowling

M, #29074
Land-Berwick*7 Jun 1855Selection: BER-Crown-32. 296a 2r 4p - consideration L1 18s. per acre.1,2 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 8 Jun 1855: GOVERNMENT LAND SALE. The following allotments of land were disposed of by Messrs. Tennant and Co. on Wednesday. The whole of the Sandridge lots were forfeited by purchasers at a previous sale, and sold on the second occasion at greatly enhanced rates :—COUNTRY LOTS. Berwick. South of Dandenong.
    28, 260a. James Feehan. 1l. 10s. do.
    29, 305a. John Murray. 1l. 10s. do.
    30, 296a 2r 4p. Richard Dowling. 1l. 18s, do. , James Feehan John Murray3
  • 18 Aug 1860: FOR immediate SALE, two of the finest BLOCKS of LAND in the county of Mornington, about 28 miles from Melbourne, being Portion 60, in the parish of Cranbourne, containing 312 acres; and Portion 32, in the parish of Berwick, containing 296 acres, with a frontage to the Cardinia Creek, and adjoining the property of Terence O'Connor, Esq. The land is of a fine undulating character, good agricultural soil, and all substantially fenced. Apply to Mr. Andrew Brown, Rising Sun Hotel, Little Bourke-street ; or to R. C. Buscombe, 83 Swanston-Street.4

Citations

  1. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 8 Jun 1855, p5
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/154897476
  2. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales. VPRS 11866/P0001, Book F, Country Land, 10 May 1854 - 11 Dec 1856; Pre-Emptive, 09 Jan 1856 - 12 Mar 1862
    Folio 364. Date of Sale 7th June 1855, Melbourne. Richard Dowling, Berwick. Lot 30. Allot 32. 296a 2r 4p. Date of deed 17 Sep 1855. Sent to R.O 29 Sep 1855. Sent to Treasurer 3 Dec 1855. Reg No 54 66.
  3. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 8 Jun 1855, p5
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/154897476
  4. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 18 Aug 1860, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5688147
Last Edited10 Jun 2023

Charles Rossiter

M, #29077, b. 1821, d. 6 Feb 1895
Father*Benjamin Rossiter b. 1786, d. 29 Jan 1858
Mother*Zillah Baynton b. Oct 1789, d. 29 Dec 1871
Birth*18211 
(Migrant) Migration/Travel30 Aug 1841 Sailing with Benjamin Rossiter, Zillah Baynton, Mercy Baynton Rossiter, Thomas James Rossiter to Port Phillip, VIC, Australia. Ship Strathfieldsaye sailing from Plymouth.2
 
Marriage*31 Aug 1854 Spouse: Ellen Teressa O'Shea. St Peter's Eastern Hill, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, #M1947/1854, Charles ROSSITER & Ellen Teressa O SHEA.3,4
Marriage-Notice*2 Sep 1854 On the 31st ult., by license at St. Peter's Church, by the Rev. H. H. P. Handfield, Charles, eldest son of Mr. Benjamin Rossiter, of Ravenhurst, Western Port, to Ellen Terasse, youngest daughter of the late Mr. John O'Shea.5 
Land-Berwick*b 1855Selection: CRAN-46. 236 a - consideration £295.6 
Land-Berwick*31 Dec 1855 CRAN-46. Transfer from Charles Rossiter Thomas James Rossiter to Richard Grice. 236 a - consideration £316.7 
Death*6 Feb 1895 Cranbourne, VIC, Australia, #D1321/1895 (Age 74) (par Benj ROSSITER & Zilliah BAMTON) - as Chas ROSSITER.1 
Death-Notice*7 Feb 1895 ROSSITER.—On the 6th February, at his residence, Hawkesdale, Kooweerup, Charles Rossiter, J.P., aged 74.8 

Newspaper-Articles

Citations

  1. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D1321/1895 (Age 74) (par Benj ROSSITER & Zilliah BAMTON) - as Chas ROSSITER, Death registered at Cranbourne, Australia."
  2. [S80] Ancestry - Family Tree, Ancestry Tree Name: BAYNTON~PARAGREEN~ROSSITER~SIBBALD, Tree ID: 13213921
    Person viewed: Zillah BAYNTON, Birth Date: 1789, Death Date: 29 Dec 1871
    Departure 16 May 1841 • Plymouth, Devon, England, United Kingdom
    Departed on the ship "Strathfieldsaye" with her husband, Benjamin, and their children, Charles, Mercy and Thomas, as well as her brother, Dr. Thomas Baynton, and his family.
    Arrival 30 Aug 1841 • Port Phillip, Victoria, Australia.
  3. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M1947/1854, Charles ROSSITER & Ellen Teressa O SHEA."
  4. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, St Peter's Eastern Hill, Melbourne, Marriage Registers. Reference M2/2. Marriage of Ellen Jerefsa O'Shea, aged 18, (par John O'Shea & Mary Rine) and Charles Rossiter, aged 34, (par Benjamin Rossiter & Lillah Baynton), on 31 Aug 1854. Viewed on 3 May 2023 at Ancestry (Record ID: 9732::70989).
  5. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 2 Sep 1854, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4797171
  6. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP 10595 - Thos James & Charles Rossiter as tenants in common - 34366.
  7. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP 10595 - Conveyance Thos James & Charles Rossiter to Henry Jennings 34.297.
  8. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Thu 7 Feb 1895, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/193458166
  9. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 4 Aug 1860, p6
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/154843690
Last Edited27 Dec 2024

Daniel Crowley

M, #29079, b. 1800, d. 30 Sep 1875
Birth*1800 Kerry, Ireland.1 
Marriage* Spouse: Catherine Mahoney.
 
Land-Berwick*29 Mar 1853Selection: BER-Crown-10. 632a 0r 0p - later owned by Webb.2 
Death*30 Sep 1875 Berwick, VIC, Australia, #D12500/1875 (Age 75) (par Denis CROWLEY & Deborah CRONIN) - as Daniel CROWLEY. Spouse Catherine MAHONEY.3 
Death-Notice*16 Oct 1875 CROWLEY.—On 30th September, at the residence of his son-in-law, C. Killeen, Berwick, Daniel Crowley, native of Kerry, Ireland.4 

Family

 Catherine Mahoney
Children 1.Mary Crowley+ b. 1823, d. 15 May 1917
 2.John Crowley+6 b. 1842, d. 1899
 3.Ellen Crowley b. 1848, d. 3 Aug 1933

Newspaper-Articles

  • 9 May 1874: STRANGE CATTLE-STEALING CASE.
    A case of mysterious disappearance of a mob of cattle occurred at Lyndhurst on the night of the 24th, or morning of the 25th of April last. On Friday, the 24th, Mr. William Cameron, a grazier of Lyndhurst, bought a mixed mob of cattle, consisting of old cows and heifers, from a man named Daniel Crowley, an old resident at Berwick. The cattle were delivered by Daniel Crowley to Cameron on the same evening, about 7 or 8 o'clock. Cameron took no description of the cattle or their brands, but turned them into his paddock. On the following morning he missed the cattle, and on searching for them got information upon which he gave John Crowley, the brother of Daniel, into custody. John was admitted to bail to appear at Cranbourne Police Court on last Saturday, the 2nd inst., and on Saturday the case was called on, before Messrs. Leckey, Patterson, and Rossiter.
    Mr. F. Stephen appeared for prisoner. The senior constable prosecuted, and applied for a remand. As the cattle had not been found, Mr. Stephen objected, and urged that the prisoner was illegally in custody, there not having been a warrant, and he not having been found holding possession of the cattle, or in any way concerned in the matter. The justices directed the constable to proceed with whatever evidence he had: Some evidence was given as to cattle having been driven in that locality the morning those in question were missed by some man who was not identified, though one witness, a man of nearly 60, who said his sight was not very good, said the driver, who wore his hat slouched, was either John or Daniel Crowley, he could not say which. The Bench considered that if the cattle were stolen there was nothing to implicate the prisoner, and they discharged him.5

Citations

  1. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D12500/1875 (Age 75) (par Denis CROWLEY & Deborah CRONIN) - as Daniel CROWLEY. Born Kerr. Spouse Catharine MAHONEY."
  2. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 64. 29th March 1853. Daniel Crowley, Berwick Parish. Section 10. 632a 0r 0p. Date of Deed 25 Aug 1853. Sent to Treasurer 11 Oct 1853. Reg Book No 12 Page 186.
  3. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D12500/1875 (Age 75) (par Denis CROWLEY & Deborah CRONIN) - as Daniel CROWLEY. Born Kerr. Spouse Catherine MAHONEY."
  4. [S14] Newspaper - Leader (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 16 Oct 1875, p23
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/197933866
  5. [S14] Newspaper - The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 9 May 1874, p21
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/138636560
  6. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3561/1899 (Age 57) (par Danl CROWLEY & Cath MAHONEY) - as Jno CROWLEY, Death registered at Scoresby, Australia."
Last Edited2 May 2023

Catherine Mahoney

F, #29081
Married NameCatherine Crowley. 
Marriage* Spouse: Daniel Crowley.
 

Family

 Daniel Crowley b. 1800, d. 30 Sep 1875
Children 1.Mary Crowley+ b. 1823, d. 15 May 1917
 2.John Crowley+1 b. 1842, d. 1899
 3.Ellen Crowley b. 1848, d. 3 Aug 1933

Citations

  1. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3561/1899 (Age 57) (par Danl CROWLEY & Cath MAHONEY) - as Jno CROWLEY, Death registered at Scoresby, Australia."
Last Edited1 Apr 2023

John Crowley

M, #29082, b. 1842, d. 1899
Father*Daniel Crowley1 b. 1800, d. 30 Sep 1875
Mother*Catherine Mahoney1
Birth*1842 
Marriage*1865 Spouse: Jane Ellen Asling. VIC, Australia, #M3833/1865, John CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING.2
 
Death*1899 Scoresby, VIC, Australia, #D3561/1899 (Age 57) (par Danl CROWLEY & Cath MAHONEY) - as Jno CROWLEY.1 

Grave

  • 3-110-A + 3-110-B + 3-111-B, Berwick Cemetery, Berwick, VIC, Australia3

Family

 Jane Ellen Asling b. 13 May 1848, d. 23 Jul 1915
Children 1.John Crowley b. 1871, d. 1 Jun 1933
 2.William Crowley+ b. 1873, d. 1959
 3.George Edward Crowley4 b. 1890, d. Oct 1891

Citations

  1. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3561/1899 (Age 57) (par Danl CROWLEY & Cath MAHONEY) - as Jno CROWLEY, Death registered at Scoresby, Australia."
  2. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M3833/1865, John CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING."
  3. [S44] Index of burials in the cemetery of Berwick,
    3-110-B Crowley John M 57 01/01/1899 326
    3-111-B Crowley Ellen F 85 4/08/1933 894.
  4. [S26] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Births) (online) "#B19906/1890 (par Jno CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as Geo Edwd CROWLEY, Birth registered at Berwick, Australia."
Last Edited19 Jul 2026

Ellen Crowley

F, #29083, b. 1848, d. 3 Aug 1933
Father*Daniel Crowley b. 1800, d. 30 Sep 1875
Mother*Catherine Mahoney
Birth*1848 
Death*3 Aug 1933 Belgrave, VIC, Australia, #D15473/1933 (Age 85) (par Daniel CROWLEY & Daniel MAHONEY) - as Ellen CROWLEY.1 
Death-Notice*4 Aug 1933 CROWLEY.—On the 3rd August, Ellen, youngest daughter of the late Daniel and Catherine Crowley, of Narre Warren.
CROWLEY.— Friends of the late Miss ELLEN CROWLKY are respectfully informed that her remains will no interred in the Berwick Cemetery, (via Narre Warren)
The funeral to leave the residence of Mr. J. Kennedy, Belgrave, THIS DAY (Friday); 4th August, at 1.30, arrive cemetery at 2.30.
JOHN GRANT, Undertaker, Berwick. Phone 25.2 

Grave

  • 3-110-A + 3-110-B + 3-111-B, Berwick Cemetery, Berwick, VIC, Australia3

Citations

  1. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D15473/1933 (Age 85) (par Daniel CROWLEY & Daniel MAHONEY) - as Ellen CROWLEY, Death registered at Belgrave, Australia."
  2. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 4 Aug 1933, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/204381697
  3. [S44] Index of burials in the cemetery of Berwick,
    3-110-B Crowley John M 57 01/01/1899 326
    3-111-B Crowley Ellen F 85 4/08/1933 894.
Last Edited28 Mar 2023

Jane Ellen Asling

F, #29084, b. 13 May 1848, d. 23 Jul 1915
Father*Edward Asling b. 1812, d. 24 Oct 1892
Mother*Hannah Goodkin b. 1 Apr 1810, d. 21 Dec 1861
Married NameJane Ellen Crowley. 
Birth*13 May 1848 Brighton, VIC, Australia, #B15874/1848 (par Edward ASLING & Hannah) - as Jane Ellen ASLING.1,2 
Marriage*1865 Spouse: John Crowley. VIC, Australia, #M3833/1865, John CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING.3
 
Widow1899Jane Ellen Asling became a widow upon the death of her husband John Crowley.4 
Death*23 Jul 1915 Beaconsfield, VIC, Australia, #D7917/1915 (Age 67) (par Edwd ASLING & Hannah GODKIN) - as Jane Ellen CROWLEY.5 
Death-Notice*31 Jul 1915 CROWLEY.—On the 23rd July, at Beaconsfield, Jane Ellen, beloved wife of the late John Crowley, aged 67 years.6 

Grave

  • 5-549-A, Berwick Cemetery, Berwick, VIC, Australia7

Family

 John Crowley b. 1842, d. 1899
Children 1.John Crowley b. 1871, d. 1 Jun 1933
 2.William Crowley+ b. 1873, d. 1959
 3.George Edward Crowley8 b. 1890, d. Oct 1891

Citations

  1. [S26] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Births) (online) "#B15874/1848 (par Edward ASLING & Hannah) - as Jane Ellen ASLING, Birth registered at Brighton, Australia."
  2. [S403] Unknown author, Early Settlers of the Casey Cardinia District, p6 gives Jane Ellen's birth date.
  3. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M3833/1865, John CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING."
  4. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3561/1899 (Age 57) (par Danl CROWLEY & Cath MAHONEY) - as Jno CROWLEY, Death registered at Scoresby, Australia."
  5. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D7917/1915 (Age 67) (par Edwd ASLING & Hannah GODKIN) - as Jane Ellen CROWLEY, Death registered at Berwick, Australia."
  6. [S14] Newspaper - Leader (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 31 Jul 1915, p56
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/90192830
  7. [S44] Index of burials in the cemetery of Berwick,
    5-549-A Crowley Jane F 67 25/07/1915 551
    5-549-A Crowley John M 62 1/06/1933 890.
  8. [S26] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Births) (online) "#B19906/1890 (par Jno CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as Geo Edwd CROWLEY, Birth registered at Berwick, Australia."
Last Edited19 Jul 2026

John Crowley

M, #29085, b. 1871, d. 1 Jun 1933
Father*John Crowley b. 1842, d. 1899
Mother*Jane Ellen Asling b. 13 May 1848, d. 23 Jul 1915
Birth*1871 Berwick, VIC, Australia, #B14306/1871 (par John CROWLEY & Jane ASLING) - as John CROWLEY.1 
Land-Note*abt 1922 15.16/LP7456. William Crowley owned 99 acres of David Jones' subdivision - sold to the crown for Closer Settlement. 
Death*1 Jun 1933 Prahran, VIC, Australia, #D4066/1933 (Age 62) (par John CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as John CROWLEY.2 
Death-Notice*2 Jun 1933 CROWLEY. — On the 1st June, at Alfred Hospital, John, eldest son of the late John and Jane Crowley, and brother of Jane (Mrs. Battersby, deceased), Kate (Mrs. Edebohls, deceased), William, Meb, Minnie (Mrs. Sutton), Norman, David and Bessie (Mrs. Addison). Late A.I.F.3 

Grave

  • 5-549-A, Berwick Cemetery, Berwick, VIC, Australia4

Newspaper-Articles

  • 21 Oct 1899: LOST, Stolen or Strayed, Friday, 13th. cream Mare, branded W over H; also bay HORSE, branded E.G.. with half-circle above, near shoulder, and near hind leg white. Reward.
    J. CROWLEY, Emerald-road, Harkaway, Berwick.5

Citations

  1. [S26] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Births) (online) "#B14306/1871 (par John CROWLEY & Jane ASLING) - as John CROWLEY, Birth registered at Berw, Australia."
  2. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D4066/1933 (Age 62) (par John CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as John CROWLEY, Death registered at Prahran, Australia."
  3. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 2 Jun 1933, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/203813450
  4. [S44] Index of burials in the cemetery of Berwick,
    5-549-A Crowley Jane F 67 25/07/1915 551
    5-549-A Crowley John M 62 1/06/1933 890.
  5. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 21 Oct 1899, p5
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/188659189
Last Edited19 Jul 2026

George Edward Crowley

M, #29086, b. 1890, d. Oct 1891
Father*John Crowley1 b. 1842, d. 1899
Mother*Jane Ellen Asling1 b. 13 May 1848, d. 23 Jul 1915
Birth*1890 Berwick, VIC, Australia, #B19906/1890 (par Jno CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as Geo Edwd CROWLEY.1 
Death*Oct 1891 Berwick, VIC, Australia, #D13723/1891 (Age 17 months) (par Jno CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as Geo Edw CROWLEY.2 

Grave

  • 3-110-A + 3-110-B + 3-111-B, Berwick Cemetery, Berwick, VIC, Australia3

Citations

  1. [S26] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Births) (online) "#B19906/1890 (par Jno CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as Geo Edwd CROWLEY, Birth registered at Berwick, Australia."
  2. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D13723/1891 (Age 17 months) (par Jno CROWLEY & Jane Ellen ASLING) - as Geo Edw CROWLEY, Death registered at Berwick, Australia."
  3. [S44] Index of burials in the cemetery of Berwick,
    3-110-B Crowley John M 57 01/01/1899 326
    3-111-B Crowley Ellen F 85 4/08/1933 894.
Last Edited28 Mar 2023

George King Thornhill

M, #29088, b. 1853, d. 1929
Father*George King Thornhill
Mother*Mary Wilkins
Birth*18531 
Death*1929 Sandringham, VIC, Australia, #D3163/1929 (Age 76) (par George King THORNHILL & Mary WILKINS) - as George King THORNHILL.1 

Citations

  1. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3163/1929 (Age 76) (par George King THORNHILL & Mary WILKINS) - as George King THORNHILL, Death registered at Sandringham, Australia."
Last Edited28 Mar 2023

George King Thornhill

M, #29089
Marriage* Spouse: Mary Wilkins.
 
Land-Berwick*25 Apr 1854Selection: BER-Crown-23. 455a 3r 22p - consideration L501 9s 7d.1,2 

Family

 Mary Wilkins
Child 1.George King Thornhill b. 1853, d. 1929

Citations

  1. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - Country. VPRS 11862/P0001, 17 Jan 1854 - 29 Dec 1854,
    Report of a sale by public auction of suburban + Country Lands held at Melbourne on Tuesday 25th April 1854. Proclamation dated the 15th of March 1854
    Folio 127. G. K. Thornhill of Melbourne. Deposit L52, balance L449 9s 7d, total L501 9s 7d.
  2. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 181. 25 April 1854. George King Thornhill, Berwick Parish. Section 23. 455a 3r 22p. Date of Deed 18 July 1854. Sent to R.O. 7 Aug 1854. Sent to Treasurer 13 Sep 1854. Reg Book No 27 Page 138.
Last Edited2 May 2023

Mary Wilkins

F, #29090
Marriage* Spouse: George King Thornhill.
 
Married NameMary Thornhill. 

Family

 George King Thornhill
Child 1.George King Thornhill b. 1853, d. 1929
Last Edited28 Mar 2023

Walter Craig

M, #29091, b. 1825, d. 16 Aug 1870
Birth*1825 Northumberland, England. 
Land-Berwick*25 Apr 1854Selection: BER-Crown-39. 406a 2r 30p - consideration L813 7s 6d.1,2 
Land-Note*15 May 1854 CRAN-66.67. John O'Grady 160a 0r 0p (CA 66) & 160a 0r 0p (CA 67) selected by Walter Craig & John O'Grady.3,4 
Death*16 Aug 1870 Ballarat, VIC, Australia, #D6145/1870 (Age 45) (par John & Jane U) - as Walter CRAIG. Spouse Jane CHISHOLM.5 
Death-Notice*17 Aug 1870 CRAIG.—On the 16th August, at the Royal Hotel, Ballarat, of pneumonia, Walter Craig, aged 45.6 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 4 Jan 1853: NEW Township of Abbotsford.—Purchasers are informed, that Mr Walter Craig, surveyor, will be on the ground to put them in possesion, on Wednesday, 5th Jan, at 10 o'clock, A.M.7
  • 1 Dec 1854: On the 27th ult., at Woodbine Cottage, Victoria Parade, Collingwood, the wife of Walter Craig, Esq., of a daughter.8
  • 19 Dec 1854: AGRICULTURE, Agriculture. - The Undersigned have on Sale, by private contract, the following fine Properties, viz.:—400 acres (in two or three lots, if required) of splendid land in the parish of Berwick, about 20 miles from Melbourne, at £4 per acre: one-third cash, and the remainder within eighteen months.
    The undersigned beg respectfully to draw the attention of those anxious to embark in the profession of an agriculturist to the above Farms, the whole being guaranteed the best in the respective parishes, having been all selected by a surveyor previous to the purchases being made at the Government sales; and the terms being such as to enable the purchaser to have a crop out of the ground before the whole of the money requires to be paid.
    Titles all Guaranteed,
    CRAIG and O'GRADY, 20 Collins street west.9
  • 14 Sep 1855: IMPORTANT to Merchants, Professional Gentlemen, Agriculturists, Graziers, Market Gardeners, and others.
    The well-selected and very valuable Suburban and Country Properties, belonging to Mr. Walter Craig, who intends returning to England about January next, will be sold by Private Contract by the Undersigned, viz. :—
    Lot 1.
    A very valuable farm, of forty-five acres, on the boundary of the Nunawading and Boroondara parishes, seven miles from town, fenced in, and part under cultivation, with a garden of three acres, well stocked with fruit trees, vines, &c.
    Lot 2.
    406 acres in the parish of Berwick, near Dandenong, fine agricultural and grazing land.
    Lot 3.
    20 acres adjoining the township of Dandenong, on the Western Port Road, very fine land, and next the property of William Pender, Esq.
    Lot 4.
    78 acres in the parish of Corinella, Western Port Coal-fields.
    Lot5.
    1½ acres in Sweet Hope, Brunswick, one mile from the city boundary, on the Great Sydney Road.
    Lot 6.
    100 acres in the parish of Tarrneitt, sixteen, miles from town, and near the river Werribee.
    Lot 7.
    About 30 acres at Footscray (Hobb's Paddock) at the junction of the Saltwater and Yarra Yarra rivers, and intersected by the Melbourne, Williamstown, and Geelong Rail way (in lots to suit).
    Lot 8.
    100 acres on the Mount Alexander Road, seventeen miles from town, adjoining Mr. Batty's pre-emptive right, and the estate of Daniel Cooper, Esq.
    Lot 9.
    390 acres near the township of Frankstone, on the three-chain wide road to the Heads, good land, well watered, and timbered.
    Lot 10.
    1¼ acres on the Sydney Road, half a mile from the Brunswick Toll-bar, with a splendid bluestone quarry.
    Lot 11.
    160 acres in Cranbourne parish.
    Lot 12.
    102 acres in Cranbourne parish.
    Lot 13.
    20 acres of fine land on the Ballaarat and Mount Blackwood roads, twelve miles from town.
    Lot 14.
    82 acres on the same road, eleven miles from town.
    Also, Several lots in Footscray and other townships.
    Titles to the whole of the properties in the hands of John Bell, Esq., solicitor, 97 Swanston-street.
    Terms will be liberal, and the deeds will be signed immediately and lodged in the solicitor's hands until the amount of the purchase money is paid.
    Parties in want of first-class property ought not to lose the chance of the present, opportunity, as the whole will be sold cheap and on easy terms, Mr. Craig being positively about to leave for England in January next.
    For plans and other particulars apply to CRAIG and O'GRADY, 29 Collins-street west.10
  • 25 Apr 1856: TO Let, cheap, for a term of 7 or 10 years, a Farm of 406 acres, being portion 39, in the parish of Berwick, near Dandenong : good security required, as the owner is leaving the colony. For particulars apply Craig and O'Grady, 8 and 10 Bourke-street west. John O'Grady11
  • 11 Oct 1856: TO THE ELECTORS OF EVELYN AND MORNINGTON.
    Gentlemen, — Having been repeatedly requested by many influential electors in your constituency to offer myself as a candidate for your suffrages, and having as often declined becoming one, from a sense that a better man might come forward and offer to devote his time and services to your use, a few words are on my part indispensably necessary to explain my reasons for now soliciting you to place me in the honorable position of your representative.
    1st. As one of yourselves, and independent of any ties created by Government and party influence, and having sufficient time at my disposal to authorise me in placing my services at your command. I declare that a pure and honorable ambition alone prompts me to solicit at this late hour a trust which I shall hold myself ready to resign at the shortest notice, if my conduct as your representative does not meet with your approbation.
    2nd. I am both a holder and occupier of land in your district, and as one whose main trust and dependence rests on the development of the agricultural interest, it may be easily conceived that my best exertions will be used to promote any measure that may be adopted to promote this the most important element of our future welfare.
    3rd. As a practical surveyor, I have in my profession passed over the greater part of your united counties, and I flatter myself that none are better acquainted with the wants and requirements of the district I aspire to represent, as far as regards the formation of railways, roads, and hedges. For these reproductive purposes I think the State is sufficiently authorised by the acknowledged daily increasing prosperity of the colony, to borrow a considerable sum, more especially when the debentures already issued by us at 5 per cent. (colonially speaking the lowest rate of interest) already command on the London Exchange a premium of from 3 to 5 per cent; but, however favorable you and I may be to the development of schemes like these, I would most certainly have them so carefully and gradually brought forward as not to interfere with the supply of labor, that most important and material item of agricultural prosperity, I can only say as to the ballot, that after our experience of it during the current election, its most bitter enemy must become, like myself, its warmest advocate.
    Many recent occurrences in the Episcopalian and Presbyterian churches here, have confirmed me in the opinion I have always held, that, except for the building of places of worship in rural districts, State-aid should be ignored.
    On the other important subjects of the day, I will not now dwell further than to say that I am in favor of manhood suffrage untainted with crime, no property qualification for the Lower House, a reduction of that for the Upper House, reform in law proceedings, the appointment of a person to be sued in the name of the Government, disqualification of Government subordinates to hold seats in either House ; and in conclusion, having every confidence in the issue of this contest, from the evident satisfaction of those among you who did me the honor of listening to the public enunciation of my sentiments at the nomination this day, and being perfectly confident that at the meetings I have advertised between this and the day of polling I shall be able to answer satisfactorily any questions you may put to me, that the result of the poll will place me in the honorable position of your representative.
    I have the honor to be,
    Gentlemen,
    Your most obedient humble servant,
    WALTER CRAIG.
    Barton Cottage, October, 1856.12
  • 2 May 1857: MONDAY, 11th MAY. To Newly Arrived Immigrants, Persons Seeking Sites for Building Purposes, Speculators, Farmers, and Others Valuable Building and Agricultural Lands
    SYMONS and PERRY have received instructions from Walter Craig, Esq., (who is about to leave for England), to sell by auction, at the Commercial Sales Room, on Monday, 11th inst., at twelve o'clock, without any reserve,
    The following CHOICE PROPERTIES viz:—
    (continued)13
  • 6 Oct 1866: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30. BERWICK PASTORAL AND AGRICULTURAL FARM, BLOCK 39, Comprising 406 Acres, alongside of Eley's Homestead and the land of J. T. Clarke, Esq., Parish of Berwick, about three miles from the well-known police paddock at Dandenong.
    Addressed to Practical Agriculturists, Graziers, Sheep Farmers, Cattle and Horse Breeders, and Others.
    MR. STUBBS is instructed to SELL by PUBLIC AUCTION, at his rooms, 81 Collins-street, on Tuesday, the 30th October, 1866, at twelve o'clock precisely,
    That very excellent and very eligible agricultural and pastoral property known as Berwick Farm, now in the occupation of Mr. Eagan, numbered 39 in the Government charts, parish of Berwick, comprising 406 acres.
    Note:—Every man ought to uphold the price of land and wool-the staple commodities of the world, and without them all was nothing. Land and wool, the only capital our first parents began the world with—such is the tradition of the Egyptians.
    Terms—25 per cent cash deposit, and the residue to be paid by the purchaser's bills at one and two years, bearing bank interest.
    Title guaranteed.
    Note—The whole of the estate is enclosed, 50 acres in cultivation, all represented to be good agricultural land, two farmhouses, well watered and profitably timbered.14
  • 17 Aug 1870: THE LATE MR WALTER CRAIG.
    All Ballarat was painfully affected early yesterday morning by the sad intelligence of the death of Mr Walter Craig, at his house, the Royal Hotel, the same morning at about daylight. Very great fears had been entertained for some weeks past that recovery was improbable, from the virulence of the form taken by a disease he had for some years laboured under and struggled against.
    Mr Craig had for years been afficted with rheumatic gout, the effect of early exposure in pursuit of his profession as a land surveyor. About six weeks ago the evil symptoms became aggravated, and during that time his medical attendants, Dr Hudson and Mr Hillas bad been constantly visiting him. As usual in these cases, there were alternations of rallying and relapsing but latterly these last became more frequent and severe, assuming the form of inflammation of the lungs. For a time it was thought that he might fight successfully with his malady as before, but these hopes were gradually dissolved. On Monday evening Mr Craig appeared to be better up till about eleven o'clock, when the alarming symptoms returned, but do not seem to have attracted the notice of his attendant until Mrs Craig entered the room and discovered that a great change had taken place. Messrs Hudson and Hillas were at once summoned, but only to discover that death had begun its work, as already the extremities were cold, The Rev. John Potter, who had frequently visited Mr Craig, was also called in and remained on this last occasion until nature no longer sustained the powers of sense. The family were all present, and were recognised by the dying father up to within his last hour, Mr Hillas also waiting to see the end, which came at about five minutes before six o'clock on Tuesday morning. He died quite peacefully, going off as it were in a sort of sleep, at the comparatively early age of forty-five.
    The immediate cause of death was gangrene of the right lung. We regret further to have to add that the shock has had a serious effect on Mrs Craig, who now lies in a somewhat precarious state. The funeral is fixed for Friday next.
    In noticing the events of an active life of one of the most prominent of the citizens of Ballarat, it may be mentioned that Mr Craig was a native of Lowick, Northumberland, a village close to the border, and was born in the year 1825. He followed the same profession as that of his father, land surveying, and previously to his emigration to Victoria was associated with his father. His arrival in Victoria, accompanied with Mrs Craig and two young daughters, took place in 1852, or late in 1851. He practised his profession for several years, and was very actively engaged both in private practice and on public works. Among these were the laying off of the allotments in Collingwood Flat, the survey of Footscray, Abbotsford, combining therewith extensive purchases of land at the sales, much of which was resold to newly arrived settlers at large advances. Mr Craig was at one time a large landholder at Footscray and in the neighbourhood of Dandenong. He was also engaged in the survey of the Geelong and Melbourne railway, and we understand that it was the exposure to wet on the Werribee Plains, where the water was in places three feet deep, that the foundation was laid of the malady which beset him more or less during his after life. He was in the habit even then of complaining of weakness in the feet, from which it is natural to infer that there was a predisposing cause in addition to the apparent one. Mr Robert Boyd, engineer of Buninyong-shire, was at one time a fellow-laborer, and remembers the circumstances of the case. Mr Craig's last professional engagement was on the Government Railway between Melbourne and Castlemaine. In all his undertakings he was extremely successful at this time, standing high in estimation both for field work and as a draughtsman.
    In August, 1857, Mr Craig became the purchaser of Bath's hotel for the sum of £13,200, the building being then entirely of wood, a one-storied building occupying the site of the present permanent handsome south wing. This latter part of the structure was built about five years since, from designs by Mr C. D. Cuthbert, the portion finished having cost abont £5000. As a first-class hotel, the Royal has long had a reputation, and during the period of the host's own personal superintendence was considered the best house of public entertainment out of Melbourne, both for the superiority of its accommodation, and for the excellent qualities possessed by the owner, himself a man of good taste and judgment. As a public man Mr Craig's career will, though its term was prematurely shortened, compare most favorably with that of his compeers, and daring his holding the office of member of the borough council he displayed an energy and shrewdness which made his services highly useful. One of his acts was to get the water supply extended to Soldiers' Hill, and he often made useful practical suggestions, some of which have tended to the permanent improvement of the town. He was first elected to the borough council in January, 1862, and showed himself a straightforward man of business so long as his health continued. But in March, 1863, he was compelled to resign through ill-health, and his services were lost to the ratepayers. Another of his public-spirited acts was to preserve the Theatre Royal to the public as a place of amusements at a time when it seemed likely that Ballarat would be left without one. This purchase was made in February, 1865, for the sum of £2550, a further sum of £2000 being spent in repairs, refittings, and adornments. The theatre continued in Mr Craig's possession for a period of three years, when it was sold to the present owner, Mr R. S. Mitchell.
    As a patron of sports of the field, Mr Craig was always prominent, and to his exertions is partly due the present position of the Ballarat Turf Club, or which he was for some time president. He was also a steward of the same club, and also a member of committee of the Victoria Racing Club. A great lover of horses, he at one time possessed a considerable stud, both of racers, hunters, and carriage horses, all showing excellence of breed and treatment.
    Mr Craig was not particularly fortunate on the turf, though for many years largely interested is its events. He was au ardent lover of races, and consistent in his attendance at the chief meetings, occupying a tip top position among brother sportsmen. He was frequently largely interested in race horses not running in his name. Among those which did may be mentioned Miss Fisher and Tim Whiffler, both Adelaide purchases, Coeur de Leon, Masaniello, Statesman, Little Billy, Miss Jessie, and Nimblefoot. Tim Whiffler won the Australian Cup in 1867 as a four-year old, but has not been very successfull since. Masaniello was a most promising animal, but did not achieve much; and Nimblefoot, a Tasmanian horse, for which a heavy price was paid, though previously a winner, did not add to his owner's exchequer.
    He ie entered for tho Melbourne Cup in 1871. In conclusion it may be stated that Mr Craig's qualities as a host, a councillor, a citizen, a sportsman, and a gentleman, won for him the admiration of a large circle of acquaintances who one and all deplore the shortness of his stay. Nearest and dearest of all are left a mourning widow and five children to bewail the loss of an affectionate father; four daughters and one son. The eldest daughter is married to Mr Thomas Bailey, the youngest two being of tender years.
    A mark of respect was yesterday afternoon paid the deceased gentleman at the meeting of the Borough council, of which be had formerly been a member. The Mayor, Mr Cowan, having reported the sorrowful event, remarked that as they only met once a fortnight, they should, instead of adjourning, meet and send a letter of condolence to Mrs Craig, to be signed by the Mayor and town clerk, as a recognition of Mr Craig's zeal, formerly displayed in the interests of the borough. This suggestion was carried out on the motion of Cr. M'Dowall, seconded by Cr. Lewis, Mr W. C. Smith, in supporting the resolution, speaking in high terms of praise of Mr Craig's conduct as a citizen, councillor, large rate payer, member of the Turf Club, &c. In conclusion, it may be mentioned that out of respect to the deceased, the volunteer entertainment, originally fixed for Friday evening, has been postponed until Monday.15

Citations

  1. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - Country. VPRS 11862/P0001, 17 Jan 1854 - 29 Dec 1854,
    Report of a sale by public auction of suburban + Country Lands held at Melbourne on Tuesday 25th April 1854. Proclamation dated the 15th of March 1854
    Folio 129. Walter Craig of Melbourne. Deposit L82, balance L731 7s 6d, total L813 7s 6d.
  2. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 181. 25 April 1854. Walter Craig, Berwick Parish. Section 39. 406a 2r 30p. Date of Deed 18 July 1854. Sent to R.O. 7 Aug 1854. Sent to Treasurer 6 Sep 1854. Reg Book No 27 Page 145.
  3. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Parish Plan Cranbourne C2462.
  4. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 190. 19 May 1854. Walter Craig, Cranbourne Parish. Section 66 + 67. 160a each. Date of Deed 19 Sep 1854. Sent to R.O. 6 Oct 1854. Sent to Treasurer 24 Oct 1854. Reg Book No 28 Page 217 + 218.
  5. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D6145/1870 (Age 45) (par John & Jane U) - as Walter CRAIG. Born Nort. Spouse June CHISHOLM."
  6. [S14] Newspaper - The Ballarat Star (Vic.), Wed 17 Aug 1870, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/218797668
  7. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 4 Jan 1853, p3
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4788710
  8. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 1 Dec 1854, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4801098
  9. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 19 Dec 1854, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4801995
  10. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 14 Sep 1855, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4818168
  11. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 25 Apr 1856, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4836398
  12. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 11 Oct 1856, p7
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/154872946
  13. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 2 May 1857, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/7148963
  14. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 6 Oct 1866, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5775221
  15. [S14] Newspaper - The Ballarat Courier (Vic.), Wed 17 Aug 1870, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/191566945
Last Edited16 Sep 2023

John O'Grady

M, #29092
Land-Berwick*25 Apr 1854Selection: BER-Crown-22. 351a 0r 15p - consideration L456 8s 7d.1,2 
Land-Note*15 May 1854 CRAN-66.67. Walter Craig 160a 0r 0p (CA 66) & 160a 0r 0p (CA 67) selected by Walter Craig & John O'Grady.3,4 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 25 Apr 1856: TO Let, cheap, for a term of 7 or 10 years, a Farm of 406 acres, being portion 39, in the parish of Berwick, near Dandenong : good security required, as the owner is leaving the colony. For particulars apply Craig and O'Grady, 8 and 10 Bourke-street west. Walter Craig5

Citations

  1. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - Country. VPRS 11862/P0001, 17 Jan 1854 - 29 Dec 1854,
    Report of a sale by public auction of suburban + Country Lands held at Melbourne on Tuesday 25th April 1854. Proclamation dated the 15th of March 1854
    Folio 127. John O'Grady of Melbourne. Deposit L46, balance L410 8s 7d, total L456 8s 7d.
  2. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 181. 25 April 1854. John O'Grady, Berwick Parish. Section 22. 351a 0r 15p. Date of Deed 18 July 1854. Sent to R.O. 26 Aug 1854. Sent to Treasurer 20 Sep 1854. Reg Book No 27 Page 137.
  3. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Parish Plan Cranbourne C2462.
  4. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 190. 19 May 1854. Walter Craig, Cranbourne Parish. Section 66 + 67. 160a each. Date of Deed 19 Sep 1854. Sent to R.O. 6 Oct 1854. Sent to Treasurer 24 Oct 1854. Reg Book No 28 Page 217 + 218.
  5. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 25 Apr 1856, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4836398
Last Edited16 Sep 2023

James Watson

M, #29093, b. 1806, d. 29 Dec 1854
Probate (Will)* 1/587. James Watson, Residence: Collingwood, Occupation: Gentleman, To whom committed: G And J Watson T Dickson And T S Sutherland Reserving Leave, Date Of Death: 29 Dec 1854, Date Of Grant: 22 Feb 1855.1 
Birth*1806 Forfarshire, Scotland. 
Marriage*10 Aug 1825 Spouse: Mary McLachlan. North Church, Aberdeen, Scotland, Parish. Ref 400.2
 
(Migrant) Migration/Travel19 Oct 1852 Sailing with Mary Watson, John Watson, Margaret Watson, Edward Samuel Watson, Henry Watson to Melbourne, VIC, Australia. Ship Delta sailing from Liverpool
Age 46 - Merchant.3 
Land-Berwick*25 Apr 1854Selection: BER-Crown-20. 308a 0r 0p - consideration L477 8s.4,5 
Land-Berwick25 Apr 1854Selection: BER-Crown-21. 308a 0r 0p - consideration L616.6,7 
Land-Berwick*26 Oct 1854 BER-Crown-21. Transfer from James Watson to Walter Stuart. 308a 0r 0p - paid £924 to James & Mary Watson.8 
Death*29 Dec 1854 VIC, Australia, #D5066/1854 (Age 48) (par James WATSON & unknown) - as James WATSON. Spouse Mary McLAUCHLAN.9 
Death-Notice*30 Dec 1854 On the 29th inst., at his residence, Great Napier-street, Collingwood, Mr. James Watson, late of Dundee, Scotland, aged forty-eight years.10 
Land-Berwick*10 Aug 1858 BER-Crown-20. Transfer from James Watson to Karl Kriegel Gottlieb Weist. 308a 0r 0p - £770 payable.11 
Land-Berwick24 Apr 1861 BER-Crown-20. Transfer from Karl Kriegel Gottlieb Weist to James Watson. 308a 0r 0p - surrender of purchased land. Releasing Kriegel and Weist from payment of the purchase money.12 
Land-Berwick*23 Jul 1861 BER-Crown-20. Transfer from James Watson to John Sweeney Daniel Sweeney. Purchase price £693.13 

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

DateAddressOccupation and other people at same address
6 Jun 1841Mill Bank, Dundee, Angus, ScotlandHead of Household: James Watson. Age 35 - Commission Agent
Member(s) of Household: Mary Watson, James Watson, George Watson, John Watson, Mary Watson, Margaret Watson, Edward Samuel Watson, Henry Watson.14
30 Mar 1851Tay Collage, Steprow, Angus, ScotlandHead of Household: James Watson. Age 44 - Com Merchant
Member(s) of Household: Mary Watson, John Watson, Edward Samuel Watson, Henry Watson, Margaret Watson.15

Grave

  • Presbyterian, Compartment H, 58, Melbourne General Cemetery, Carlton, VIC, Australia16

Newspaper-Articles

  • 4 Jan 1855: IN the Supreme Court of the Colony of Victoria. — Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction — In the Will and Codicil of James Watson, late of Napier-street, Collingwood, near the City of Melbourne, in the colony of Victoria, gentleman, deceased. — Notice is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication of this notice, application will be made to this Honorable Court, in its Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, that Probate of the last Will and Testament (with a Codicil thereto) of the above named James Watson, may be granted to James Watson, George Watson, John Watson, Thomas Dickson, and Thomas S. Sutherland, the Executors named in and appointed by the said Will.
    Dated this third day of January, one thousand eight hundred and fifty-five.
    JOHN BELL, 97 Swanston-street, Proctor for the said Executors. 15917
  • 12 Jan 1855: TUESDAY, 16th JANUARY.
    To Builders, Agriculturists, Gardeners, Dairymen, and the Public of Victoria in general.
    Notice.-The most important and unreserved Sale of Freehold Property ever held in the colony of Victoria, viz., the whole of the well-selected Freehold Estates of the late James Watson, Esq, of Napier-street, Collingwood.
    CRAIG and O'GRADY have the honor of announcing to the public of Victoria, that they have received instructions from the Trustees the late James Watson. Esq., to submit to public competition, at their rooms, 29 Collins-street west, on Tuesday, 10th inst, at eleven o'clock, in Lots, as per Government Plans, viz —
    4 original allotments in the best situations in the Government township of Northcote, on the Merri Creek.
    11 acres 3 roods and 35 perches, being portion 16 in Gardiner, near the residence of his Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor, and well suited for a market garden.
    308 acres in the parish of Berwick, about twenty miles from Melbourne, on the Gipps Land Road fine rich soil, and well timbered and watered.
    88 acres and 80 acres, being portion 2 and 3, section 19, in the parish of Fywheitjorrk; beautiful agricultural land and moderately timbered, with a frontage to the main Ballaarat Road, and near the river Werribee. These farms are well worthy the attention of agriculturists and dairymen, being near the government reserve of many hundred acres, and having plenty of wood and water on and adjoining the property.
    100 acres, being portion B section 26 Tarneit, also near the Werribee river; guaranteed high and dry, and good soil. Also several small farms of 5 and 10 acres each, in the same locality.
    10 acres, adjoining the government township of Dandenong; line black soil and well timbered and particularly adapted for a small farm or market garden.
    Three farms in Nunnawading parish, adjoining Boroondara, about seven miles from town, and containing 10, 25, and 38 acres each.
    Two farms of 78 acres, and two of 80 acres each in the parish of Corinella, Western Port Coal Fields.
    70 acre farm in Derrimut.
    Also, several small farms in Gisborne, of 3 to 30 acres each, adjoining the Government Township of Ballan.
    Craig and O'Grady have very great pleasure
    drawing public attention to the sale of the above fine estate, which were all carefully selected by the late Mr. Watson previous to purchasing at any of the government land sales; and most of the property being within an easy distances of Melbourne will enable intending purchasers to inspect the same previous to Tuesday next, feeling assured that an inspection is all that is required to issure spirited competition.
    Titles-Grants from the Crown to the late Mr. Watson.
    Terms, very liberal, viz. : 25 per cent. cash, and the remainder by bills at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, the last three bearing Bank interest. Or part of the purchase money may remain on mortgage at an easy interest.
    Refreshments provided at sale.
    Further particulars and plans at the rooms of the Auctioneers, 29 Collins-street west.18
  • 30 Apr 1861: A FARM for SALE, containing 308 acres good agricultural land, partly cultivated and fenced in, with a house on it, being Portion 20, parish of Berwick.
    Apply to John Watson, 4 Hall of Commerce, Collins-street west.19

Citations

  1. [S35] Probate Records, PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Probate and Administration Files (VPRS28) / Wills (VPRS7591)
    1/587. James Watson, Residence: Collingwood, Occupation: Gentleman, To whom committed: G And J Watson T Dickson And T S Sutherland Reserving Leave, Date Of Death: 29 Dec 1854, Date Of Grant: 22 Feb 1855
    VPRS 28/P0001, 1/587; VPRS 28/P0000, 1/587; VPRS 7591/P0001, 1/587.
  2. [S250] General Register Office for Scotland Indexes "Old Parish Registers Banns and marriages
    James Watson & Mary McLachlan married on 10 Aug 1825, North Church Aberdeen Parish. Ref 400, MARY/MCLACHLAN FRMR7-40NO.182."
  3. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, Victoria, Australia, Assisted and Unassisted Passenger Lists, 1839-1923
    James Watson, Age 46, arrived 19 Oct 1852 on "Delta."
  4. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - Country. VPRS 11862/P0001, 17 Jan 1854 - 29 Dec 1854,
    Report of a sale by public auction of suburban + Country Lands held at Melbourne on Tuesday 25th April 1854. Proclamation dated the 15th of March 1854
    Folio 127. James Watson of Melbourne. Deposit L48, balance L429 8s, total L477 8s.
  5. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 181. 25 April 1854. James Watson, Berwick Parish. Section 20. 308a 0r 0p. Date of Deed 18 July 1854. Sent to R.O. 7 Aug 1854. Sent to Treasurer 20 Sep 1854. Reg Book No 27 Page 135.
  6. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - Country. VPRS 11862/P0001, 17 Jan 1854 - 29 Dec 1854,
    Report of a sale by public auction of suburban + Country Lands held at Melbourne on Tuesday 25th April 1854. Proclamation dated the 15th of March 1854
    Folio 127. James Watson of Melbourne. Deposit L62, balance L554, total L616.
  7. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 181. 25 April 1854. James Watson, Berwick Parish. Section 21. 308a 0r 0p. Date of Deed 18 July 1854. Sent to R.O. 7 Aug 1854. Sent to Treasurer 20 Sep 1854. Reg Book No 27 Page 136.
  8. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Bk 18 No 990.
  9. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D5066/1854 (Age 48) (par James WATSON & unknown) - as James WATSON. Born Forfarshire. Spouse Mary McLAUCHLAN."
  10. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 30 Dec 1854, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4802454
  11. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP49699 - Bk 67 No 353 - Bill of sale Executors of James Watson to Charles Kriegel and Gottlieb Weist. £770 payable.
  12. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP49699 - Bk 105 No 813 - Surrender of purchased land.
  13. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP49699 - Bk 108 No 774 - Conveyance by James Watson now of New York USA, George Watson of Melbourne merchant, John Watson of Melbourne broker, Thomas Dickson of Melbourne merchant and Thomas Stark Sutherland now in India as executors and Mary Watson of Melbourne widow to John Sweeney and Daniel Sweeney, livery stable keepers.
  14. [S83] UK census - viewed on Ancestry "1841 Scotland Census. Dundee Parish ED 54/ Page 12/ Line 1070
    Enummerated at Mill Bank, Dundee - birth places listed as Angus, Scotland
    Household Members: James Watson (35), Marry Watson (35), James Watson (15), George Watson (13), John Watson (11), Marey Watson (8), Margt Watson (6), Eward Watson (4), Henery Watson (1), Margt Steward (19)
    Ancestry Record ID: 1004::1596821."
  15. [S83] UK census - viewed on Ancestry "1851 Scotland Census. 84/33/10
    Enummerated at Tay Collage Dundee Parish
    Household Members: James Watson (44, Head), Mary Watson (45, Wife), John Watson (21, Son), Edwd Watson (13, Son), Henry Watson (11, Son), Mart Fyfe (24, Servant), Mart Watson (15, Daughter)
    Ancestry Record ID: 1076::936083."
  16. [S45] Index of monumental inscriptions in the Melbourne General Cemetery,
    "James Watson.
    Melbourne General Cemetery, Cemetery area: Presbyterian, Compartment H, 58, Date of service: 29 Dec 1854, Reference Number: 135382M
    Henry Watson.
    Melbourne General Cemetery, Cemetery area: Presbyterian, Compartment H, 58, Date of service: 13 Aug 1865, Reference Number: 135383M."
  17. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Thu 4 Jan 1855, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4802648
  18. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 12 Jan 1855, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/4802992
  19. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 30 Apr 1861, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5699759
Last Edited18 Sep 2026

Robert Allan

M, #29094
Land-Berwick*29 Mar 1853Selection: BER-Crown-19. 608a 1r 8p - consideration £2433.4.0.1,2 
Land-Berwick22 Jun 1860 BER-Crown-19 part. Transfer from Robert Allan to Alexander Lamont. Piece of land 300 x 1000 ft. NE corner. - consideration £100.3 
Bill of Sale*4 Aug 1866 BER-Crown-19 part Bill of sale over the unsold portion of the land. £1207.10.0. £607 already paid, balance by promissory note.4 
Land-Berwick*4 Aug 1867 BER-Crown-19 part. Transfer from Robert Allan to William Wilson. Western part of allotment - consideration £603.15.5 
Land-Berwick*4 Aug 1867 BER-Crown-19 part. Transfer from Robert Allan to James Buchanan. Eastern part of allotment - consideration £603.15.6 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 30 May 1864: THURSDAY, 2nd JUNE. Under Distraint for Rent. Allan v. De Lany. At Grassy Flat Farm, Berwick.
    Magnificent Piano, original price 200 guineas.
    First-class Horses,
    Working Bullocks,
    Prize Leicester Sheep, &c.
    To Farmers and Others.
    FRASER A CO. have received instructions to sell by auction, at Grassy Flat Farm, Berwick, on Thursday, 2nd June, at twelve o'clock precisely,
    For positive sale,
    Magnificent piano, original price 200 guineas
    Horses
    Working bullocks
    13 prize Leicester sheep
    Farming implements
    Drays, &c.
    Terms — cash, on the fall of the hammer. William Phillips Delany7

Citations

  1. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 64. 29th March 1853. Robert Allan, Berwick Parish. Section 19. 608a 1r 8p. Date of Deed 25 Aug 1853. Sent to Treasurer 1 Oct 1853. Reg Book No 12 Page 187.
  2. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP9125 - Robert Allan.
  3. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP9125 - Conveyance to Alex Lamont 95.350 22 Jun 1860.
  4. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). AP9125 - Bill of sale 163.143.
  5. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). AP9125 - Conveyance 172.239.
  6. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). AP9125 - Conveyance 172.238.
  7. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 30 May 1864, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/155011714
Last Edited21 Mar 2026

William Phillips Delany

M, #29095, b. 1819, d. 14 May 1864
Birth*1819 
Marriage*1863 Spouse: Frances Harrington. VIC, Australia, #M3469/1863, William Phillips DELANY & Frances HARRINGTON.1
 
Civil Case*1864 William Philips Delany v William John Turner Clarke
VPRS 267/P0007, 1864/967.2 
PROV*1864Proceedings in Insolvent Estates (VPRS759)
William Phillip DeLany (Frances DeLany), Mornington (Fitzroy.)3 
Death*14 May 1864 #D3258/1864 (Age 45) (par Joseph DELANY & Clemintina PHILLIPPS) - as William Phillipps DELANY.4 
Death-Notice*16 May 1864 DE LANO.—On the 14th inst., at 37 Nicholson-street, Fitzroy, William Phillipps De Lany, Esq., of Conway Park, Berwick, and Diamond Hill, Dandenong.5 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 27 Dec 1862: MORNINGTON. The grass is more burned up than I have seen it for years, and the almost total failure of the hay crop everywhere will of course cause it to rise very high next winter in Melbourne.
    Phillip Delany, Conway Park, Berwick.6
  • 30 May 1864: THURSDAY, 2nd JUNE. Under Distraint for Rent. Allan v. De Lany. At Grassy Flat Farm, Berwick.
    Magnificent Piano, original price 200 guineas.
    First-class Horses,
    Working Bullocks,
    Prize Leicester Sheep, &c.
    To Farmers and Others.
    FRASER A CO. have received instructions to sell by auction, at Grassy Flat Farm, Berwick, on Thursday, 2nd June, at twelve o'clock precisely,
    For positive sale,
    Magnificent piano, original price 200 guineas
    Horses
    Working bullocks
    13 prize Leicester sheep
    Farming implements
    Drays, &c.
    Terms — cash, on the fall of the hammer. Robert Allan7

Citations

  1. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M3469/1863, William Phillips DELANY & Frances HARRINGTON."
  2. [S34] PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Civil Case Files (VPRS267)
    William Philips Delany v William John Turner Clarke
    VPRS 267/P0007, 1864/967.
  3. [S34] PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Proceedings in Insolvent Estates (VPRS759)
    William Phillip DeLany (Frances DeLany), Mornington (Fitzroy)
    VPRS 759/P0000, 8177.
  4. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3258/1864 (Age 45) (par Joseph DELANY & Clemintina PHILLIPPS) - as William Phillipps DELANY. Born Cork."
  5. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 16 May 1864, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5748847
  6. [S14] Newspaper - The Farmer's Journal and Gardener's Chronicle (Melbourne, Vic.), Sat 27 Dec 1862, p9
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/179385027
  7. [S16] Newspaper - The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 30 May 1864, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/155011714
Last Edited28 Mar 2023

Frances Harrington

F, #29096, b. 1825, d. 1905
Married NameFrances Delany. 
Birth*1825 
Marriage*1863 Spouse: William Phillips Delany. VIC, Australia, #M3469/1863, William Phillips DELANY & Frances HARRINGTON.1
 
PROV*1864Proceedings in Insolvent Estates (VPRS759)
William Phillip DeLany (Frances DeLany), Mornington (Fitzroy.)2 
Widow14 May 1864Frances Harrington became a widow upon the death of her husband William Phillips Delany.3 
Death*1905 #D5177/1905 (Age 80) (par Wm HARRINGTON & Eliza EUSTEU) - as Frances DELANY, Death registered at Eca, Australia.4 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 20 May 1864: GRAZING PADDOCK, Conway park. Berwick. Best fattening paddock in colony. Mrs. Frances De Lany. N.B. Horses to be left New York Stables, Bourke-street, every Friday.5

Citations

  1. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M3469/1863, William Phillips DELANY & Frances HARRINGTON."
  2. [S34] PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), Proceedings in Insolvent Estates (VPRS759)
    William Phillip DeLany (Frances DeLany), Mornington (Fitzroy)
    VPRS 759/P0000, 8177.
  3. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D3258/1864 (Age 45) (par Joseph DELANY & Clemintina PHILLIPPS) - as William Phillipps DELANY. Born Cork."
  4. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D5177/1905 (Age 80) (par Wm HARRINGTON & Eliza EUSTEU) - as Frances DELANY, Death registered at Eca, Australia."
  5. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 20 May 1864, p8
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5748972
Last Edited28 Mar 2023

Thomas Grant

M, #29097
Land-Berwick*29 Mar 1853Selection: BER-Crown-14. 320a 0r 0p.1 
Land-Berwick*25 Aug 1854 BER-Crown-14. Transfer from Thomas Grant to Alfred Sikes. 320a 0r 0p - conveyance - consideration £480.2 

Citations

  1. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales - VPRS 11866/P0001, Book E, Country Land, 07 May 1851 - 04 May 1854; Pre-Emptive, 14 Nov 1853 - 09 Jan 1856.
    Folio 64. 29th March 1853. Thomas Grant, Berwick Parish. Section 14. 320a 0r 0p. Date of Deed 25 Aug 1853. Sent to Treasurer 21 Sep 1853. Reg Book No 12 Page 221.
  2. [S185] Property Titles ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria), AP 15251 16.758 25 Aug 1854 / 6 Sep 1854. Conveyance Thos Grant to Alfred Sikes £480.
Last Edited28 Mar 2024

Robert Varcoe

M, #29098, b. 18 Dec 1826, d. 11 Feb 1898
Land-Note* 1881/82 paying rates for 160a Berwick (N48) & 140a Narre Warren (N20.)1 
Birth*18 Dec 1826 East Newlyn, Cornwall, England, (par Robert VARCOE & Ann Tray Wilcock)
Baptism Robert Varcoe, Baptism Date: 7 Jan 1827, East Newlyn, Cornwall, England. Father: Robert Varcoe, Mother: Anne.2,3 
Marriage*27 Jan 1852 Spouse: Mary Bray. St Peter's Church, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, #M29450/1852, Robert VARCOE & Mary BRAY.4,5
Land-Berwick*3 Dec 1855Selection: BER-Crown-1 (Lot 3). 160a 0r 0p.6 
WidowerDec 1865Robert Varcoe became a widower upon the death of his wife Mary Bray.7 
Marriage*17 Jun 1875 Spouse: Hannah Moore. Little Brighton, VIC, Australia, #M2226/1875, Robert VARCOE & Hannah HARBROWE
Robert had four children living and three children dead, Hannah had one living child and one deceased.8
Land-Berwick*abt Nov 1882 BER-Crown-1 (Lot 3). Transfer from Robert Varcoe to Robert Louis Moysey. 160a 0r 0p. 
Death*11 Feb 1898 NSW, Australia.9 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 18 Jul 1865: MONDAY, JULY 24. Berwick.
    Extensive and Unreserved Sale of Dairy Cattle and Utensils, &c.
    MR. HURREY is instructed by Mr. R. Varcoe to SELL by AUCTION, at his farm, near the Old Berwick Hotel, on Monday, 24th inst., at eleven o'clock,
    The whole of his valuable dairy cattle, comprising 60 head of very superior cows in full profit, and springers, the whole of the dairy utensils, bullock dray, farming Implements, &c.
    Mr. Varcoe having let his farm (owing to severe domestic afflictions), every lot will be sold without reserve.10
  • 1 Jun 1881: FOR SALE. 160 ACRES good LAND, securely fenced, permanently watered, good barn and outhouses, with improvements necessary to carry on Cheese-Making or Dairy.
    Also, 140 ACRES, securely fenced, permanently watered, adjoining Narre Warren township.
    For further particulars apply to ROBERT VARCOE, Narre Warren ; or C. DOBSON, Shamrock Hotel, Dandenong. 1nuj11
  • 21 Aug 1882: BERWICK.—Varcoe's HOME STATION, for 40 years unsurpassed quality or climate, immediate possession. Henry Stevenson, Queen street.12
  • 13 Oct 1882: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14. LAND SALE DANDENONG. To Investors, Capitalists, and Others.
    HYDE and HOWARD have been favoured with instructions to SELL by PUBLIC AUCTION, at their rooms, Main street, Dandenong, on the above date, at two o'clock, The following properties :—
    For Mr R. Varco (who is leaving the district), 160 acres of land, parish of Berwick, adjoining the properties of Messrs Crowley and Kelly, two miles from the Narree Warren railway station, rich black soil. inferior to none in the district, subdivided into six paddocks, 62 acres under cultivation, permanent water running through the land, half acre fruit garden, four roomed weatherboard house, large barn, 15 start cow shed, four stall stable, underground tank, and other minor improvements Also, 140 acres of land, parish of Narree Warren, andjoining Mr. Asling's property, fenced, watered, four acres under cultivation, four roomed house &c.
    Sale at two o'clock sharp.
    Terms at Sale.
    Note—The auctioneers invite inspection of the above properties, they being well worthy of it. The situation, improvements, At , will recommend then to any persons requiring a farm or private property An) further particulars that may be required on be obtained upon application to the auctioneers, Main street Dandenong13
  • 22 Nov 1882: Messrs HYDE & HOWARD report having held a clearing sale at Mr Robert Varcoe's Narree Warren.—The prices realised were most satisfactory. Milkers and springers sold at L6 15s; and a team of working bullocks for L17 5s per pair.14

Citations

  1. [S66] Berwick Shire Rates, 1870-1965.
  2. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "marriage certificate - Robert's father a farmer Deniliquin."
  3. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, Robert Varcoe, Baptism Date: 7 Jan 1827, East Newlyn, Cornwall, England. Father: Robert Varcoe, Mother: Anne.
  4. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M29450/1852, Robert VARCOE & Mary BRAY, Marriage registered at Melbourne, Australia."
  5. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, St Peter's Eastern Hill, Melbourne, Marriage Registers. Reference M34/1. Marriage of Robert Varcoe and Mary Bray, on 27 Jan 1852. Viewed on 19 May 2023 at Ancestry (Record ID: 9732::13595).
  6. [S81] Land Records & Parish Maps ; PROV (Public Record Office Victoria). Crown Land Sales. VPRS 11866/P0001, Book F, Country Land, 10 May 1854 - 11 Dec 1856; Pre-Emptive, 09 Jan 1856 - 12 Mar 1862
    Folio 438. Date of Sale 3 Dec 1855, Melbourne. Robert Varcoe, Berwick. Lot 25. Allot 1-3. 160a 0r 0p. Date of deed 3 Apr 1856. Sent to R.O 18 Apr 1856. Sent to Treasurer 8 May 1856. Reg No 65 84.
  7. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D2738/1866 (Age 34) (par Phillip BRAY & Mary BULLEN) - as Mary VARCOE. Born Cornwall."
  8. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M2226/1875, Robert VARCOE & Hannah HARBROWE."
  9. [S345] Index of monumental inscriptions/burials, www.findagrave.com "Hillston Cemetery, Hillston, Carrathool Shire, New South Wales, Australia, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/209959975
    Grave of Robert Varcoe (18 Dec 1826-11 Feb 1898)."
  10. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Tue 18 Jul 1865, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/5764585
  11. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 1 Jun 1881, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70049447
  12. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Mon 21 Aug 1882, p1
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/11550458
  13. [S11] Newspaper - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), Fri 13 Oct 1882, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/11555819
  14. [S12] Newspaper - South Bourke and Mornington Journal (Richmond, Vic.), Wed 22 Nov 1882, p2
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/70053876
Last Edited16 Jun 2026

Mary Bray

F, #29099, b. 1832, d. Dec 1865
Married NameMary Varcoe. 
Birth*1832 Cornwall, England. 
Marriage*27 Jan 1852 Spouse: Robert Varcoe. St Peter's Church, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, #M29450/1852, Robert VARCOE & Mary BRAY.1,2
Death*Dec 1865 Northcote, VIC, Australia, #D2738/1866 (Age 34) (par Phillip BRAY & Mary BULLEN) - as Mary VARCOE.3 

Citations

  1. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M29450/1852, Robert VARCOE & Mary BRAY, Marriage registered at Melbourne, Australia."
  2. [S65] Ancestry - various indices, St Peter's Eastern Hill, Melbourne, Marriage Registers. Reference M34/1. Marriage of Robert Varcoe and Mary Bray, on 27 Jan 1852. Viewed on 19 May 2023 at Ancestry (Record ID: 9732::13595).
  3. [S28] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Deaths) (online) "#D2738/1866 (Age 34) (par Phillip BRAY & Mary BULLEN) - as Mary VARCOE. Born Cornwall."
Last Edited19 May 2023

Hannah Moore

F, #29100, b. 1839, d. 5 Dec 1930
Married NameHannah Varcoe. 
Birth*1839 Willow, Wiltshire, England, (par James MOORE & Harriet RANDLY.)1 
Note*Oct 1866 1st husband died October 1866 at Narre Warren. 
Marriage*17 Jun 1875 Spouse: Robert Varcoe. Little Brighton, VIC, Australia, #M2226/1875, Robert VARCOE & Hannah HARBROWE
Robert had four children living and three children dead, Hannah had one living child and one deceased.2
Widow11 Feb 1898Hannah Moore became a widow upon the death of her husband Robert Varcoe.3 
Death*5 Dec 1930 NSW, Australia.4 

Newspaper-Articles

  • 11 Dec 1930: OBITUARY
    It is once again our sad duty to chronicle the passing away of an old identity of the Hillston district in the person of Mrs. Hannah Varcoe, relict of the late Robert Varcoe. Deceased, who had attained the ripe old age of 91 years 9 months, had been a resident of the district for over half a century.
    Becoming rather feeble owing to her advanced years, she was brought to the District Hospital a few weeks ago, where she received the best attention from the medical and nursing staff, but succumbed on Thursday last, the cause of her demise being senile decay.
    Deceased was twice married, and those children of her second marriage living in this district are Mrs. T. Mckenzie and Mrs. R. Apps. She was very highly respected and well known to most of the older residents. Her husband, Robert Varcoe, predeceased her 32 years ago.
    The funeral took place on Friday last, the remains being followed by a large cortege to their last resting place in the Church of England portion of the cemetery. Rev. M. M. Waugh conducted the service at the graveside, and Mrs. L. D. Wilson and Sons carried out the funeral arrangements.5
  • 19 Dec 1930: It is our sad duty to chronicle the passing away of an old identity of the Hillston district, Mrs. Hannah Varcoe. Deceased, who had attained the ripe old age of 91 years and 9 months, had been a resident of the district for over half a century. Becoming rather feeble, she was brought to the district hospital a few weeks ago, but succumbed on Thursday last, the cause of her demise being senile decay. Deceased was twice married, and those children of her second marriage living in this district are Mrs. T. M'Kenzie and Mrs. B. Apps. Her husband, Robert Varcoe, predeceased her 32 years ago.6

Citations

  1. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "marriage certificate."
  2. [S27] Victorian Government. BDM Index Victoria (Marriages) (online) "#M2226/1875, Robert VARCOE & Hannah HARBROWE."
  3. [S345] Index of monumental inscriptions/burials, www.findagrave.com "Hillston Cemetery, Hillston, Carrathool Shire, New South Wales, Australia, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/209959975
    Grave of Robert Varcoe (18 Dec 1826-11 Feb 1898)."
  4. [S345] Index of monumental inscriptions/burials, www.findagrave.com "Hillston Cemetery, Hillston, Carrathool Shire, New South Wales, Australia, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/236568444
    Grave of Hannah Varcoe -5 Dec 1930)."
  5. [S14] Newspaper - The Hillston Spectator and Lachlan River Advertiser (NSW), Thu 11 Dec 1930, p4
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/131379995
  6. [S14] Newspaper - The Albury Banner and Wodonga Express (NSW), Fri 19 Dec 1930, p39
    https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/101135652
Last Edited19 May 2023
 

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