ATWOOD / ATTWOOD Alfred, wife ATWOOD / ATTWOOD Mary AYLMORE Alfred, Ann (wife) BAIN James, Margaret MAKIN, Rbt, Mgt (d@sea) BAIRD Henry BAIRD Margaret, Jane/Jean BAKER Benjamin BALL David (w?), ch Wm, My Eliz, son BARCLAY (David?)
BORTHWICK, Adam, Isabella KERR, Helen, Thomas, William, son, Mary Ann, Isabella
BORTHWICK, Adam
BORTHWICK, Isabella nee KERR
BORTHWICK, Helen
BORTHWICK, Thomas
BORTHWICK, William
BORTHWICK, Son
BORTHWICK, Mary Ann
BORTHWICK, Isabella
BREWER Charles Phillip, Eleanor Mary STOCKLEY, Chas Wm Godbold, Eleanor Crln My, Eliz Hrt, John, dau (Godbold?) BRICE E M BRYSON James BURSTON William, Elizabeth VICKRIDGE, Levi, dau, 4 sons inc Andrew, Thos, Ann (d@sea), dau (Parefoy?) (b@sea, d aft arr) CALLABY / CALABY Henry, wife, 4 sons (inc Thos?, Isaac?), dau (Jane?), Fdk (d aft arr) CARPENTER Henry COLLEY James, wife, Hy, Thos, Eliz, son, Jas (d@sea)
COLTON William, Elizabeth BLACKLER, Wm, John Blackler, Thos, Wm, Edwin, Albert (d@sea)
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COULTER, John Blackler
COLTON, Elizabeth nee BLACKLER Died 07 March 1888 at Hackney, SA
DEATH OF MRS. COLTON, SEN.—We regret to announce the death of Mrs. W. Colton, the mother of the Hon. J. Colton, at the advanced age of 90 years, at her son's residence, Hackney, on March 7. The deceased lady was one of the early colonists. She arrived in the Ship DuchessofNorthumberland with her husband, Mr. William Colton, in 1839. Mrs. Colton was born in Devonshire, where she resided until leaving for South Australia.
Evening Journal Thursday 08 March 1888 page 4
CROOK, Henry, Elizabeth GILES
CROOK, Henry
CROOK, Elizabeth nee GILES Died 19 July 1906 at Kersbrook, SA
CROOK.—On the 19th July, at her residence, Ward Garden, Kersbrook, Elizabeth, relict of the late Henry Crook aged 90 years, leaving 5 sons, 1 daughter, 35 grandchildren, and 43 great-grand children. Arrived DuchessofNorthumberland, 1839.
The Advertiser Friday 03 August 1906 page 6
DUNCAN, James J, ch Jas, dau (Jane?), tutor
EDGE, Thomas, Ann MILLS, Ann (d@sea), Wm Mills (b@sea)
ELLIOTT, Henry, Mary Ann FERRIS, Mary Ann, Henry, Matilda Ferris
ELLIOTT, Matilda Ferris
Mrs. F. R. Martin. of McLaren Vale, died recently in her 96th year. She arrived in South Australia by the DuchessofNorthumberland in 1839 with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Elliott when only nine months old, and they took up land at McLaren Flat. She was twice married. Mr. S. Greenfield, her first husband, farmed at Port Elliot and was also foreman at Bowman Mill, at Middleton for many years. She later married Mr. F. R. Martin, and resided at Willunga, and after his death with her daughter at McLaren Vale. All her life since her arrival in South Australia has been spent in the south. Her descendants living are one son and three daughters — Mr. A. Greenfield, Willunga; Mesdames A. J. Glover, Greytown; M. E. Pengilly, McLaren Vale: A. N. Jackson, Unley. There are 14 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.
The Advertiser Saturday 5 January 1935 page 21
FIDGE, John, Harriet BOWEN, Lewis, George, John, Stephen, Frederick
FIDGE, John snr.
FIDGE, Harriet nee BOWEN
FIDGE, Lewis
ALDINGA, December 23.—Mr. Lewis Fidge, sen., died at Hilda's Vale farm yesterday morning, aged 68. He was one of South Australia's pioneers, as he arrived in December, 1839, in the DuchessofNorthumberland, and after living at Salisbury, for a short time he settled in Aldinga, and in the early days proved one of its most useful residents. He took great interest in all local matters, and during his residence of nearly 50 years in this town he gained the highest esteem of his neighbors. He leaves five children and 11 grandchildren.
The Advertiser Tuesday 24 December 1895 page 6
FIDGE, George
FIDGE, John
Mr. John Fidge died at his residence, Washington-street, Glenelg, on Thursday, at the age of 83 years. The deceased arrived in South Australia with his parents in the DuchessofNorthumberland, and landed at Glenelg on December 21, 1839. In 1850 he visited diggings in New South Wales and Victoria, and returned two years later. In 1867 he married Miss Emma White, of Devonshire, and farmed at O.B. Flat, Mount Gambier, for many years, and brought up his family there. Subsequently Mr. Fidge went to Salisbury. He retired from active work 27 years aso, and resided successively at Mount Gambier, Norwood, and Glenelg. He has left a widow .and five sons -- Messrs. Reuben, Hurtle, Hubert, Ashley, and Oliver Fidge, and two daughters, Mrs. J. W. Goodale, of Dulwich, and Nurse Fidge. Border Watch Saturday 27 September 1913 page 3
FIDGE, Stephen Died 18 December 1905 at Wandearah East, SA
FIDGE.-On the 18th December, at Wandearah East, Stephen, beloved husband of Ellen Fidge. aged 72 years. Arrived in ship Duchessof Northumberland, 1839.
The Register Friday 29 December 1905 page 4
A Pioneer Colonist. THE LATE MR. STEPHEN FIDGE. Widespread regret was expressed when residents of the surrounding districts heard the sad news of the death of Mr. Stephen Fidge. which occurred on the 18th ult. Deceased, who was a well-known and successful farmer of the Wandearah District, was held in the highest respect and esteem by his neighbors and all who knew him, and much sympathy is felt for the bereaved relatives. The funeral took place on December 19 and was largely attended. The Rev. H. C. Farley attended the service at the graveside, and the bearers were—Messrs. G. M. Davis, L. Stanley, E. Jacobs, P. Brechin, T. Perry and J. O'Shanghnessy. Deceased, who was a native of Maidstone, in Kent, the county which is called " the garden of England," came out to South Australia in 1839, with his parents, by the ship DuchessofNorthumberland, and for a time lived at the Reedbeds. Later he resided at Aldinga and Salisbury, and at the latter place was married to Miss Ware, who survives him. In the early "fifties" he tried his luck at the Victorian diggings, but the fatea not being too propitious he returned to South Australia, and for a time engaged in carting on the Burra Road during the "good old days" of the Burra. In 1859 he went to Mount Gambier, and after a short period of contracting—amongst other work carting the stone for the South Australian Hotel—he successfully engaged in farming on O.B. Flat, leasing a section owned by his father. He remained there for a number of years, his enterprise being shown by the lact that he was the firet to introduce and use a reaping machine and iron plough in the district In 1874 Mr. Fidge left the Sonth-East and engaged in farming at Salisbury, coming North three years later to take up land at Wandearah, where he settled and remained till the time of his decease, enjoying a prosperity which he well merited. Besides the widow, nine sons and two daughters survive. The sons are—Mr. W. S. Fidge, of the Hundred of Pirie (Chairman of the District Council of Pirie), Mr. A. Fidge (Port Pirie), Messrs. G.V. Fidge and B. Fidge (Wandearah), Messrs. G., A., C. and J. J. Fidge (Wagin, West Australia), and Mr. E. Fidge (Beulah, Victoria); the daughters are —Mrs. J. Noble (Lower Broughton) and Mrs. R. Searle (Wandearah).
Quorn Mercury Tuesday 09 January 1906 page 1
The Late Mr. Stephen Fidge. The late Mr. Stephen Fidge. of Wandearah, whose death we recorded in last issue, arrived in South Australia in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland in 1839 with his parents, and lived for a while at the Reedbeds. He afterwards went to Aldinga for a few years. From there he went to Salisbury. In the early fifties Mr. Fidge went to the Victorian diggings, but did not meet with much success, and he returned again to South Australia and engaged in carting with bullock teams on the Burra Road for a time, Burra being then in the heyday of its prosperity. Subsequently, in 1858 or early in 1859, he went to Mount Gambier, where one of his jobs was to cart stone for what is now the South Australian Hotel. He then leased a farm on O.B. Flat owned by his father, which he occupied for 17 years, doing fairly well. He had the distinction of taking the first reaping machine to the Mount and was also the first man to work an iron plough in the district. In 1874 Mr. Fidge left the South-East and came North as far as Salisbury, where he was farming for about three years. In 1877 he was attracted with others to this district by the throwing open of the Northern Areas. He took up land in Wandearah, and being a good farmer and possessed of abundant energy, he did well, never having an absolute failure even in the driest years. Mr. Fidge was of a retiring dis position, and though he was always well posted in current politics, he never took any prominent part in public affairs. In private life he was greatly esteemed, and his word was ever as good as his bond. Mr. Fidge was married at Salisbury to Miss Ware, who, with a family of nine sons and two daughters, survives him. The sons are Mr. W. S. Fidge (Chairman of the Pirie District Council), G. W. and B. Fidge, of Wandearah, A. Fidge, of Port Pirie, G . A. C, and J. J. Fidge, of Wagin, West Australia, and E. Fidge, of Beulah, Victoria. The daughters are Mrs. J. Noble, of Lower Broughton, and Mrs. R. Searle, of Wandearah. Deceased's remains were interred in the Crystal Brook Cemetery on Wednesday last, the Rev. H.C. Farley conducting the service at the grave. The bearers were Messrs. G. M. Davis, L. Stanley, E. Jacobs. P. Brechin, T. Perry, and J. O'Shaughuessy, all old friends of the family.
Port Pirie Recorder Saturday 23 December 1905
FIDGE, Frederick
FIELD, James, Hannah POWELL
FILLIS, Thomas
FISHER John, Ann JONES / JOHN, Anna, son
FISHER, John Died 24 January 1897 at Auburn, SA
FISHER.—On the 24th January, at Auburn, John Fisher, aged 79. Colonist fo 58 years. Arrived in the DuchessofNorthumberland.
South Australian Register Tuesday 02 February 1897 page 3
One of the oldest residents of the district Mr. John Fisher, sen., died here a few days ago. The deceased arrived in the Duchessof Northumberland in 1839. He has left a widow and several children by his first wife and numerous grand and great-grandchildren.
South Australian Register Thursday 11 February 1897 page 7
FISHER, Ann nee JONES/JOHN
FISHER, Anna Died at Sea
FISHER, Son Born at Sea
FISHER, Thomas, Jane (2nd wife), Mary, Elizabeth, Hannah, 2 sons
FISHER, Mary
DEATH OF AN OLD COLONIST. RIVERTON, -September 16.— The death occurred on Sunday of an old and respected resident, Mrs. Mary Plew, of Wadnama, near Undalya. She was 85 years of age. She had been hale and hearty all her life, and had a wonderful memory. She was born in Swansea, Wales, being the daughter of the late Mr. Thomas Fisher. With her parents she came to South Australia in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland, arriving here in 1839. The family settled in Hindmarsh where she was married to Mr. John Plew. Mr. and Mrs. Plew came to the Lower Wakefield, where her husband worked for the late Mr. Fry. About 57 years ago they took up land on the Wakefield, where Mrs. Plew had resided ever since. Her husband was killed by being thrown out of a cart 44 years ago, leaving her with a family of 12 children. She struggled through hard times, and was able to command a comfortable position in after life. She had been interested in grazing and farming, and her son, Mr. John Plew, had remained with her on the farm. In the early days about 30 cows were milked, and all the produce carted by road to Adelaide. A family of 10 grown up children survive, and there are between 70 and 80 grand-children, and 30 to 40 greatgrand children. The children are Thomas Plew, Western Australia; John Plew, Undalya; William Plew, Eurilpa; David Plew, Booleroo Centre; and Charles Plew, Skilly, Auburn; Mrs. D. Kemp, Kooluuga; Mrs. T. S Parsons, Booleroo Centre; Mrs. C. Barber, Broken Hill; Mrs. Orchard, Aubu[rn]; and Mrs. Nock, Western Australia.
Chronicle Saturday 22 September 1906 page 14
FLOYD, Thomas, Elizabeth Alice GUNSTON, Ellen, Theodosia, Maryanne, Thomas
GALE William
GALE, William
GEORGE William Henry, wife, Geo/Hy (d@sea)
GILES, Edward, Elizabeth Anna HOLE, son, Percy Ludlow (d aft arr), Walter (d@sea)
GILES, Edward Born 21 July 181 at Walton on the Thames, England - Died 15 June 1909 at Stirling West, SA
Mr. Edward Giles, who was born at Walton-on-the-Thames on July 21, 1812, came a out to South Australia in 1839 as surgeon's assistant in the emigrant ship Duchessof Northumberland. He has had a varied experience as a colonist. For some time after his arrival hundreds of pioneers were camped on the banks of the Torrens, and had to be fed by the Government. For many years Mr. Giles was engaged in farming in the Noarlunga district, and he was a member of a survey party which surveyed Lyndoch Valley. He had a good deal to do with the natives in the early days, and has in his possession a history of the southern tribes and their customs from 1840 to 1860. Mr. Giles is quite sure that the blacks were expert in embalming, and he has collected a great deal of interesting evidence. He took a trip as far as Lake Torrens on one occasion looking for suitable country for settlement. Mr. Giles has two sisters living in England, and the combined age of himself and sisters reaches 246 years.
Evening Journal Saturday 22 March 1902 page 5
'MEMORIES OF OLD COLONISTS.' 'Edward Giles,' Stirling West, writes:-- 'Reading the notice of Mrs Stead in The Register awakens memories of long past days. Mr. and Mrs. Stead arrived in 1839. A short date before, in the same year, my self, wife, and family came in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland with immigrants. I acted as surgeon's assistant, and my wife as matron. No telescope could trace any habitations on the shore until we crossed the sandhills, and found a grog shop, built of savings and reeds, doing a roaring trade, principally among the crews of the following vessels anchored in the bay:— John Java, Caroline Cleveland, Buckinghamshire, and Duchessof Northumberland. Many worthy men came out in our ship, but found no employment, and 1,100 predecessors had shared the same fate, and, being poor, had to be fed from the ship's stores. I bought up 'French boulli' ('tinned horseflesh'). So had our immigrants. They believed it to be beef. So much for ignorance! Mrs. Stead states that her passage was five months. The Duchess occupied 133 days. We committed 22 to the deep, principally within the tropics. I was born on July 21, 1812, so that now I am in my ninety-third year, but sorely afflicted for nearly eight years, and in poverty, dependent on casual aid from Christian friends. Though my means of subsistence are so small, I am gifted with sight, enabling me to read and write without aid. and to distinguish natural objects 40 miles away. I have resided at Stirling West many years. A thought is possessed by me that it would be interesting to catalogue the old colonists who landed, including those to the end of 1840.'
The Register Wednesday 30 November 1904 page 3
''Few truly old colonists survive. Many claim to be so. but few are really so. Such as feel that they are old colonists arrived before 1840; yet I have seen some claiming who date only to 1850. I saw the first growth of wheat in 1839. One attempt at a crop was male by Mr. White at the Reedbeds and one other at the foot of the hills near to the track, about three acres. Early in 1841 the South Australian Company fenced three acres of their town land at the south end. A butcher of means (Mr. Smith) first, sowed wheat on the plains. This gave the name of Smithheld, now known. I arrived in 1839 in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland. Capt. Gear- 400 emigrants. I was surgeon's assistant, and my wife and two sons came with me. It was a 133 days' passage. Five other vessels were at the anchorage. Only a grog shop was visible on land. I bore two letters of introduction — one from an uncle (Mr. Francis Giles. C.E.). to the Surveyor General here: and another from a legal friend to Mr. E. Castres Gwynne. My first employment was under the Government in the survey of Lyndoch Valley and the Wiltshire survey. Here we had to fight the natives, and quieted them with cartridges from ancient muskets. Our Governor then was succeeded by Governor Grey, and all civilians were superseded by a company of military engineers. Then came bad times for all discharged, for there was no employment. I am too feeble to write much at 94 years, very needy, and facing my grave." The Register Monday 10 December 1906 page 6
The death is announced of Mr. Edward Giles, an old colonist He arrived in South Australia in the ship Duchess of Northumberland in July, 1839, as assistant, doctor, and joined the Sappers and Survey Department, surveying Lyndoch Valley. Here the blacks were troublesome. He then entered into farming operations at the Horse Shoe. Subsequently he went over the hill a mile and a half south, where he prospered, and in 1851 sold out and went to England, taking his family with him. There he remained a year, and returned to Australia. Some time he spent in Victoria. Then he returned with his family to Adelaide, and Mrs. Giles died. Later, he went to England to receive a legacy, and again marrying, proceeded to Montreal. He ultimately returned to Adelaide, and spent the latter part of his time at Stirling, where he died last week at the age of 96 years. He has left five sons and one daughter, all of whom are married.
Observer Saturday 03 July 1909 page 42
GOZZARD George, Charlotte Pell BATTAMS (2nd wife), Rosanna (1st wife)
HALL Daniel, Ann APPLEBEE nee GOULD, Joseph APPLEBEE, James, Elizabeth, George, Daniel
HALL, Daniel
APPLEBEE, Ann nee GOULD
APPLEBEE, Joseph
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HALL, James
HALL, Elizabeth Died 01 December 1907 at Goodwood Park, SA
Married Edward BRIGGS 07 April 1851 at Holy Trinity Church, Adelaide
A GOLDEN WEDDING. A pleasant evening was spent at the Goodwood Institute on Easter Monday, when about 60 of the relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. E. Biggs, of Goodwood, met with them (and the aged lady who was their bridesmaid, Mrs. Applebee, of Port Gawler) to celebrate their golden wedding. After having partaken of an excellent supper congratulatory addresses -were given by Mr. F. Ward, Mr. Daniels, and Mr. S. E. Biggs (nephew), Mr. E. C. Biggs, another nephew, being also present. The Rev. T. E. Keen presided over the gathering. The addresses were responded to by Messrs. E. Biggs, jun., W. H., G. S. and F. E. Biggs (sons). Mr. Biggs, sen., came to South Australia with his parents in the ship Resource in 1839. Mrs Biggs also came out in the same year with her parents in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland. There were present at the gathering 6 children and 21 grandchildren. Mrs. Applebee was at one time in the service of Mr. Ridley, the inventor of the reaping machine.
The Advertiser Wednesday 10 April 1901 page 6
BIGGS.-On the 1st December, at her late residence, Hoxton-street, Goodwood Park. Elizabeth, the dearly beloved wife of Edward Biggs, aged 76 years. Arrived in the ship Duchessof Northumberland in 1839.
The Advertiser Monday 02 December 1907 page 6
HALL, George
HALL, Daniel
HALLETT, Alfred, (Elizabeth?)
HALLETT, Alfred
HANSLEY / (HENSLEY?) Mary HARPER William, Ruth DOBSON, June, Jas, dau (b@sea) HAY Mary, Margaret
HEAD, George, Mary Ann WALTON, Elsa, Mary Ann, Elizabeth Matilda, Ellen
HEAD, George Died 13 July 1883 at Thebarton, SA
Hotelkeeper for many years at Morphelt Vale and afterwards- a storekeeper in Adelaide.
HEAD. -On the 13th July, at his residence, George-street, Thebarton, Mr, George Head, aged 79 years. Arrived in the colony by the Duchess of Northumberland.1839. R.I.P.
The South Australian Advertiser Saturday 14 July 1883 page 4
HEAD, Mary Ann nee WALTON Died 02 October 1892 at Fullarton, SA
HEAD.—On the 2nd October, at the Home for Incurables, after four years' illness, Mary Ann, relict of the late George Head, and mother of Mrs. George Foreman, sen , and Mrs E. M. Bryce, of Thebarton, leaving five daughters, 36 grandchildren, and 56 great grandchildren ; aged 88 years. Gone to her eternal rest, trusting in the mercies of the Redeemer alone for salvation. Arrived in the Duchessof Northumberland,1839. " We do not mourn, nor will we weep; but trust thee in our Saviour's keep."
The Express and Telegraph Tuesday 04 October 1892 page 2
HEAD, Elsa 12 February 1831 Suffolk, England -
Mrs. Elsa Foreman, who will celebrate the 87th anniversary of her birthday to morrow, arrived in South Australia with her parents (the late Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Head) in the DuchessofNorthumberland, in 1839. They landed at Glenelg, and came to Adelaide in a bullock dray. They lived in Emigration-square which was situated about the spot where the Mile End cabin now stands. Mrs. Foreman remembers the main streets of the city as a scrub. She married Mr. George Foreman, for several years manager of the Grampus Station for the late Mr. Vickary. The drought of 1865 drove them back to Adelaide, where she has lived ever since. Her two sons, Messrs. George and Thomas Foreman, are both dead, but she has one dauhgter ( Mrs. John Richardson, of Southwark, with whom she lives. She has 17 grandchildren, and 30 great-grandchildren. There were three grandsons at the front, out one of them has been killed. Mrs. Foreman has good health, and she prefers to walk father than to ride in the cars.
The Express and Telegraph Monday 11 February 1918 page 1
KEEPING GOING AT 93. Mrs. Foreman's Philosophy. One approaches an interview with a lady on her ninety-third birthday with a certain anxiety about over-tiring one who may perhaps be frail and ill. But caution proved unnecessary in the case of Mrs Foreman, of Holland road, Southwark. 'I'll call mother,' said her daughter, Mrs. Richardson, and a slight upright figure, came quickly along the passage. Mrs. Foreman at 93 is brisker than many folk a score of years younger. It was pleasant to sit and chat in the restful little home, with its shady verandah in front, and green trellis of vines at the back. 'I have just had a telegram from one of my grand- sons,' said Mrs. Foreman.' 'He said 'Keep going.' This might be said to be Mrs. Foreman's motto. All through her life she seems to have just 'kept going,' and though there have been hard times, and sad times, now, at a fine old age, she has only thank-fulness and content to express. Her health is 'splendid,' the only trouble being that she can not get about as easily as formerly. But, all the same, she travels by tram, and enjoys motoring. ''I have a touch of neuralgia, now and then, but don't know what it is to have a headache,' she said. 'Does long life run in your family?' 'I suppose it must. I have a sister who is 91, and my father's grandmother lived to be 109. I remember father saying that she was just 100 when he went to say good-bye to her on leaving England.' A Pioneer. Mrs. Foreman is a daughter of Mr George Head, who arrived in South Australia on December 20, 1839. with his wife and children by the 300-ton ship Duchessof Northumberland. She never misses Glenelg on December 28 if she can help it. 'I was just eight years old when I came to the State,' said Mrs. Foreman.' 'I was born on February 12, 1831, in Suffolk. On our arrival here we lived for a while in what they called 'Emigration square.' Then my father settled in Thebarton. I went to day school and Sunday school at Trinity Church school. After a while my father went into the country, and had a farm between Macclesfield and Strathalbyn. I remember the journey up by bullock dray. The distance was not long but the roads were rough and the bullocks slow. Later on he worked for Mr. Jacobs at Moorooroo.' In 1851 this fine woman pioneer married Mr. George Foreman, who at one-time worked in The Register Office. He died about 19 years ago. In Biblical times it was counted a notable blessing to see 'children and children's children.' Mrs. Foreman is the proud possessor of a five months' old great great-granddaughter. 'That makes five generations, counting myself. And she is such a beautiful baby,' said the happy great-great-grandmother. who possesses 17 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. 'Not a Bad Old World.' Mrs. Foreman is keenly interested in all that goes; on, and can boast of having travelled in pretty nearly every vehicle, barring an aeroplane, having sampled them from bullock dray to sidecar. She loves a glimpse at the world today, and her grandsons often take her out. As we were going down Hindley street last Friday evening' she said, 'just be tween 7 and 8, with all the lights and crowds of people, it took me right back to my childhood and I could see my father in high boots helping people across the street in wet weather. The water used just to pour out of Rosina street! It was a different street and a different town then. There were hard times to go through, but I have nothing to grumble at. My children and grandchildren have all done well. I feel just about the same as I have done for the last 40 years.' "When I was ill for some months last year my mother waited on me,' said Mrs Richardson. "Well and why said the valiant little old lady. 'If I do a little too much it only makes me tired. Tired's nothing! I've been used to that. You can rest. "And you don't think it is a bad old world? 'No!' very decidedly. 'There is nothing the matter with the world. But there is with some of the people in it. . They make trouble for themselves. They might be more contented if they liked.' 'Can you tell us how?'' 'Oh, just that. I've seen trouble, but I haven't made a trouble of it. I've had to work, and have always worked, and hope to go on. I have seen the time when I had my mother ill in one room and my husband in another, and I was taking in dressmaking to earn money as well as looking after the house and them. But you always get through. I never mind what is before us, but just do what I can, and you find a way out if you keep on and don't fret.' 'But you did fret when my brother was in hospital,' said her daughter. "Oh well,' Mrs. Foreman confessed guiltily, 'you see, if I could have gone to it would have been different. I suppose I did worry. I lay awake one night thinking. But it was the not being there and not being able to do anything for him that hurt.' There spoke the mother soul. ' A life in which fretting, and complaining, and doubt are counted as lack of proper courage and trustfulness is a fine one. Old Trinity School may well be proud of such a scholar, and the. State of such a graduate at the University of Every Day Life.
The Register Thursday 14 February 1924 page 8
PIONEER DEAD Mrs. E. Foreman, of Southwark NEARLY 100 YEARS OLD, Mrs. Elsa Foreman, of Holland street, Southwark, who died at Adelaide Hospital today, was 98 years of age. Her death was hastened by a fall about three weeks ago, when she fractured a thigh. She had lived for many years in Southwark. Mrs. Foreman was an enthusiatic needlewoman, and she celebrated the ninety-fifth anniversary of her birth by wearing a blouse she had made herself. Born in Suffolk, she left England with her parents as a child of eight in July, 1839, on the DuchessofNorthumberland. In December of that year the vessel reached Glenelg, where the only accommodation for the travellers was a one-storied hotel, built between two sandhills, the roof thatched with reeds from the Reed beds. Her father established livery stables in Hindley street which was then covered with trees. Three small whitewashed houses marked the Morphett street of those days, and the middle of King William street was graced by the tiny shop of a bootmaker. Mrs. Foreman used to relate how, in those primitive days families obtained their "wood where they could," and no questions were asked. Her first position was as cook in a Brighton boarding school, where she received 8/- a week. She did the washing as well as the cooking. There were no "evenings free" in those days. One outing a month was all that Mrs. Foreman was allowed. On her marriage she went to Broken Hill with her husband, who later became an invalid, and was unable to work for 15 years. Mrs. Foreman then kept the household going by nursing. Mrs. Foreman had vivid recollections of the gold rush, when the male population of Thebarton was reduced to four. Until about four years ago she always attended the Commemoration Day pioneers' lunch at Glenelg. Siice then she had never failed to send her card. So far as she knew, she was the only survivor of the passenger list of the Duchessof Northumberland. A little more than a year ago Mrs. Foreman had a photograph taken with five of her descendants, Mrs. J. Richardson (daughter), Mrs. W. Lang (grand-daughter), Mrs. George Lloyd (great-grand daughter), and Miss Jessie Lloyd and Master Frank Lloyd (great-great-grand children). She has left 14 grandchildren, more than 40 great-grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren.
News Friday 24 May 1929 page 6
HEAD, Mary Ann
HEAD, Elizabeth Matilda
Mrs. Eliza M. Bryce, who died recently arrived in South Australia with her parents at the age of 3 years in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland, on December 19, 1839. She landed at Holdfast Bay. She married Mr. W. Freeman, of Conamowie station, of "The Levels," Dry Creek, and of Linwood. Some time after his death she married Mr George Bryce, of Victoria. She left three daughters-Mesdames T. G. Candy, W. Dishley, and J. C. Duncan-and one son-Mr. J. R Freeman, of Sydney. There are 17 grandchildren, and 22 great- grandchildren. Her three sisters-Mrs. Elsa foreman, of Southwark; Mrs. Allen, of Nhill; and Mrs. R. Jolley, of George-town-still survive.
The Advertiser Wednesday 24 December 1919 page 6
HEAD, Ellen
HEDDEN, Thomas
HEWETT Charles Thomas, Hannah Jane MOORE, Faith Emily Moore, Onesimus Septimus, Ebenezer Eldad, Charles Shallum, Hannah Huldah, Elijah Medad, Ethelbert Heber, Rhoda Augusta Northumberland (b@sea)
HEWETT, Charles Thomas
A reunion of the descendants of the late C. T. Hewett, of Oscenbury Farm, Myponga Jetty, took place on Wednesday at Glenelg. The occasion was the visit of Mr. C. Hewett from New Zealand. There were representatives of Mr. C. T. Hewett's nine children with the exception of Mrs. Strudwick (third daughter), who, by reason of her great, age (86), was unable to be present. The late Mr. C. T. Hewett came to Adelaide in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland, which anchored at Holdfast Bay on December 21, 1839. Mrs. Strudwick was born on the voyage on September 17. Mr. Hewett gave his sons Bible names, such as Onesinius, Medad, and Eldad. Mr. C. Hewett, of New Zealand, is a son of Eldad. Mrs. Mildren, of Sefton Park, is a daughter of Onesinius Heber Hewett married Jane Norman, daughter of John Norman, of Normanville. The latter was greatly interested in having the road brough over Sellick's Hill instead of around it. His daughter, Jane, declared the road open, and named it. Mrs. Heber Hewett had 14 children, and Mrs. Strudwick 10. The youngest daughter of Mr. C. T. Hewett became Mrs. Carman, and her son is the police trooper at Normanville. Some Hewett graves are in the Methodist Chapel yard, the oldest burial ground in Yankalilla, with tombs dating from the fifties.
The Register Friday 08 January 1926 page 8
HEWETT, Hannah Jane nee MOORE
HEWETT, Faith Emily Moore Died 04 November 1908 at Kent Town, SA
Mrs. Richard Lockwood, who died recently at College-road, Kent Town, at the age of 85, was born in Devonshire, and arrived in South Australia with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Hewitt, by the ship Duchessof Northumberland in 1839. Her parents settled on land at McLaren Vale, and later resided at Myponga. Mrs. Lockwood went with her husband to the gold rush in Victoria. but returned some years later. She spent the remainder of her life in Adelaide. She left three sons and three daughters.
The Express and Telegraph Thursday 12 November 1908 page 1
HEWETT, Onesimus Septimus Died 26 March 1904 at Snowtown, SA
HEWETT, Ebenezer Eldad
HEWETT, Charles Shallum
HEWTT, Hannah Huldah
HEWETT, Elijah Medad
ElijahMedadHewett was the fourth son of the late Mr. Charles Thomas Hewett, of McLaren Vale. He was born in Devonshire, England, in 1834, and came to South Australia with his parents five years later. For many years he was a farmer and auctioneer at Yankalilla, and then at Goyder Plains, Port Wakefield, where he had the great sorrow of parting with his eldest son at the age of 16 years. In 1879 he gave up farming, and received the appointment of first district clerk to Port Wakefield District Council—a position he held with honour for thirty years. When he resigned a beautifully-illumniated address was presented to him, expressing the ability and dignity in which he so ably filled the position. As a Justice of the Peace he had shown wisdom and impartiality in his decisions. As a citizen he had taken a keen and intelligent interest in every movement that been for the good of the district. He was president of the Institute; at the time of' his death patron. He was deeply interested iii the British and Foreign Bible Society for many years ha® been president. He was a warm supporter of Bible reading in State schools. A member of the Methodist Church, a local preacher about forty-six years, ho fully realized the sacredness of the calling as a messenger of God to the people. He preached his last sermon on March 19 of this year, and though in his usual health he told the congregation he felt it was his last service, which proved true, for on the following Tuesday he was taken ill, and never gained his usual strength, but was cheerful, and continued to do his usual duties. He was seldom absent from the Sunday morning prayer meetings, which he highly prized, and were seasons of great blessings. He attended church three times the last Sabbath on earth, and gave his testimony at the early prayer meeting. Family worship was conducted by him up to a few days before his death. He had no fear of death. On Saturday, December 9, at 5 a.m., he sweetly fell asleep in Jesus, after three days' illness.. Seven -weeks before his loving and beloved wife entered into rest. He looked forward to the reunion on the other side. One sister survives him—-Mrs. Wm. Strudwick, of Crystal Brook. Eight children survive him, four sons and four daughters—one daughter by a former marriage. He leaves twenty-three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Ministers who have been associated with his write in eulogistic terms. 'The loving ministry of his beloved pastor, the Rev. D. T. Reddin, was most highly" appreciated by him. The service at the grave was conducted by the Revs. D. T. Reddin and S. Gray. On Sunday evening, December 17, an in memorium service was conducted by his pastor from the words, "Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like His." The choir sang very sweetly "What are these arrayed in white robes ?"
Australian Christian Commonwealth Friday 05 January 1917 page 7
HEWETT, Ethelbert Heber Died 21 September 1908 at Crystal Brook, SA
HEWETT. —On the 21st September, at Crystal Brook, Ethelbert Heber, son of the late C. T. Hewett, of Myponga, aged 71 years, leaving a wife, 9 daughters, and 3 sons. Arrived in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland,1839.
The Register Thursday 24 September 1908 page 6
Mr E. H. Hewett, one of the pioneers, of the northern areas, passed away at Crystal Brook on Monday, September 21, at the age of 71. Mr. Hewett was born in Devonshire, England, near Bow Bridge, in 1837, and arrived in South Australia in 1839 by the ship Duchessof Northumberland. His parents took up land at McLaren Vale, and later resided at Myponga, Mr Hewett sen, was in the early fifties elected to represent the District in Parliament. In 1860 Mr & E.H. Hewett married the fourth daughter of the late Mr John Norman, of Willunga. Soon after the areas were opened he with his wife and young family journeyed north, and resided in Port Pirie. Mrs Hewett was the first white woman to reside there. Mr Hewett was engaged in business there and subsequently at Crystal Brook. . He conducted religious services in his own house for several months, and it was in a large measure due to his energy that the first Wesleyan Methodist Church was erected in Port Pirie. The Hewett family organised the first Sunday School there, and the pioneer day school teacher. Miss Maggie Neilson resided with them. The deceased has left a widow, nine daughters— Masdames F. G. John son, W. Coe, H. H. Pavy, E, Spinkston, W. Slater, Mark Weston,. R. B. Slater, and the Misses Vida and Linda Hewett— and three sons. —Messrs Walter, Herbert, and Bertram Hewett. — Register.'
The Area's Express Friday 02 October 1908 page 4
Death of a Pioxeer. On Monday last, Sept 21, at his late residence, Crystal Brook, another of the Port Pirie pioneers, and a colonist of 69 years, passed away in the person of Mr E. H.. Hewett, The deceased was born in Devonshire, near Bon Bridge, in the year 1837, and when only two years old arrived in the State in the ship Duchess ofNorthumberland in December, 1839, Thence his parents proceeded to McLaren Vale, where they had taken up farm lands, His father represented the District of Noarlunga in the early fifties and took a keen interest in polities and District Council matters. In 1860 Mr Hewett was married to the fourth daughter of the late John Norman, of Wiilunga, and when the northern areas began to open up decided to start business in Port Pirie. He reached our town with his family in Febnsary, 1873, his wife being the first and only white woman here for the first four months of their residence. Mr Hewett always interested himself in the moral con dition of his fellows and conducted religious services in his own house for some time, and through his instrumentality the first Wesleyan Methodist Church was erected in Port Pirie, and still stands near the present Alexander street Church. His family organised and carried on the first Sunday-school in the place, and the late Miss Maggie Neilson, the pioneer day school teacher, was an inmate of their home. At the time of his death he was 71 years of age, and up to within six months ago was hale and hearty and frequently attended the old colonists gathering at Glenelg on the anniversary day of the State. His remains were interred in the Crystal Brook cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, when a large number gathered to pay respect to the memory of the deceased pioneer, who was held in high esteem throughout the State. The service was conducted by the Rev, B. D. Bridgewood. The deceased lives a widow, nine daughters (Mesdames F. G. Johnson, W. Coe, H. H. Pavy, E. Spinkston, W. C. Slater, M. Weston, R. B. Slater, and Misses Vida and Linda) and three sons (Messrs Walter, Herbert, and Bertram), all the family being at the graveside with the exception of the elder son, who resides at Kalgoorlie, W.A.
Port Pirie Recorder and North Western Mail Saturday 26 September 1908 page 2
HEWETT, Rhoda Augusta Northumberland Died 04 July 1926 at Crystal Brook, SA
By the death of Mrs G. W. Strudwick, in her 87th year, which occurred at her residence, Crystal Brook, on Thursday July 4, South Australia has lost one of its earliest colonists, and removed from Crystal Brook and district a grand old resident of nearly 50 years. The deceased lady was born at sea on board the ship DuchessofNorthumberland in 1839, arriving with her parents at Holdfast Bay on December 21 of that year. The family first settled at McLaren Vale, and 15 years later removed to Myponga. Here her father, the late Mr C. T. Hewett, was elected a member of the House of Assembly, being a colleague of the late Sir John Colton. Married in 1862 she came north to Broughton Extension and later to Crystal Brook, where she has since resided. Her husband predeceased her many years ago. She was an ardent member of the Methodist Church for nearly 70 years. Although for some years a martyr to rheumatism, she retained her mental facilities right up to her death. Possessing a bright and cheerful disposition she endeared herself to a large circle of friends, and was highly esteemed and respected throughout the district. Mrs. Strudwick's decease has removed the last member of the late Mr and Mrs C. T. Hewett's family of nine, and leaves only one survivor of the arrivals by the ship Duchessof Northumberland, a Mrs Elsa Foreman who resides with Mrs Richenson, Holland street, Southwark, Adelaide. The surviving members of the family are four sons; Mr. Alf. Strudwick (Collie, West Australia), Mr Frank Strudwick (Adelaide), Messrs James and Jack Strudwick (Crystal Brook), and three daughters: Mrs James Miell (Bordertown) and Misses E. M. and L. M. Strudwick (Crystal Brook). There are also 28 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Recorder Wednesday 07 July 1926 page 2
HOGBEN Mary HYRDESS Socrates Samuel (w), ch Rosa/Rose Ann Dew 15, Chas Augustus Seward/Siward, Julia Alexina Marie, Marlina/Martina America Riedesel, Thos Beaty Dawson JACOBS Eliza JAMISON Jane(tta Campbell?) JESSUP / JESSOP William Nash, Maria BONNER, dau, son (Hy?), dau (Eliza Ann?) JONES Ann H JONES Robert L KELSEY Richard, wife (Frances?)
LOCKYER Henry, Caroline BRUNSWICK, Clementina, George Robert, Elizabeth Mary, Jane (d@sea)
LOCKYER, Henry
SLSA B 47769/12Q
LOCKYER.—On the 21st October, at his residence, New Glenelg, Henry Lockyer, sen., aged 73 years, leaving a widow, six daughters, two sons, forty-one grandchildren, and twenty-one great-grandchildren. Arrived in the colony in 1839, in ship Duchess of Northumberland.
The South Australian Advertiser Thursday 24 December 1885 page 4
LOCKYER, Caroline nee BRUNSWICK
SLSA B 19985/16L
LOCKYER, Clementina 1832 - 07 July 1904 at Virginia, SA
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Married Benjamin BAKER Married George BRUMFIELD Resided Virginia, SA
BRUMFIELD.-On the 7th July, at her residence, Virginia, ClementinaBrumfield, relict of the late George Brumfleid, aged 71 years.
The Advertiser Saturday 09 July 1904 page 6
LOCKYER, George Robert
LOCKYER, Elizabeth Mary
LOCKYER, Jane Died at sea on the voyage to Australia
LOCKWOOD (Abraham?), wife, 8 ch inc E(mma?) MACKINTOSH Robert
The Mansers were among the pioneers of South Australia, for it was in December 1839, less than three years after the proclamation of the Province by Governor Hindmarsh under the Old Gum Tree, at Glenelg, that Mr. William Manser, brought his family to South Australia by the ship Duchessof Northumberland. It was a great change coming from Sussex, England, where the family had been established for centuries to South Australia in its raw state, but the lion-hearted pioneer triumphed over all obstacles, and successfully established himself in the Mount Crawford district in the early forties of the last century. In some of the early records William Manser is mentioned as having an acre under barley at Richmond in 1843, though some of the family had moved to Mount Crawford prior to that date.
Bunyip Friday 13 September 1940 page 2
MANSER, Sarah
MANSER, David
MANSER, Margaret
MANSER, Walter Died 04 April 1887 at Mount Crawford, SA
MANSER.—On the 4th April, at Highlands, Mount Crawford, Walter Manser, aged 58 years. Arrived per Duchessof Northumberland, December, 1839.
Evening Journal Thursday 07 April 1887 page 2
MANSER, Philip
MANSER, Rebecca
MANSER, Thomas
MANSON, Avon
MANSER, Mary Died at sea on the voyage to Australia
MCCLOUD James Alexander, Elizabeth WALE (d@sea), John Douglas, Ann Elizabeth, George, Emma Maria, Mary Jane (d@sea)
McCLOUD, James Alexander
McCLOUD, Elizabeth nee WALE Died at sea
McCLOUD, John Douglas
McCLOUD.—On the 9th October, at his residence, Strathfield, Morphett Vale, John Douglas McCloud, aged 80 years 11 months. Arrived in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland,December, 1839.
Evening Journal Friday 15 October 1909 page 1
McLOUD, Ann Elizabeth Born Woolwich, Kent, England - Died 29 January 1905
MRS. ANN ELIZABETH SMITH, of Stockport, who died on Sunday, January 29, 1905, was born in Woolwich, Kent, 73 years ago, and arrived at Glenelg, December 28, 1839, in the DuchessofNorthumberland, with her father, sister, and two brothers. The mother and one sister died on the voyage. Early in 1810 she lived at Reynella. She married the late Mr. Charles Smith in 1855, and settled in Stockport 47 years age. Mr. Smith died about 18 months since. They spent many years together in that district, and during the whole of that time they were connected with the Methodist Church, Mr. Smith taking an active part in all its affairs. The Quarterly Meetings were often held at his house, which was also, a home for the preachers. The writer did not know Mr. Smith, but often visited Mrs. Smith during her illness. She desired the Scriptures to be read and prayer to be offered, and expressed her readiness to go whenever the Lord so willed. We may well feel grateful to God that these sturdy pioneers in the early, trying days of a new settlement feared God and loved His house and His service. The remains of Mrs. Smith were buried in the local cemetery, by the side of her late husband, in the presence of a large number of people, the Revs. R. Lang and H. Coombe (Baptist) conducting the service.
Australian Christian Commonwealth Friday 03 March 1905 page 7
McCLOUD, George
McCLOUD, Emma Maria
McCLOUD, Mary Jane Died at sea on the voyage to Australia
MCCULLOUGH Bridget MCKEAN MCLOUD Mary
NEALE, Richard, Margaret MILLS, Joseph Mills (d aft arr), William (d aft arr), George, Hannah, Anne, Elizabeth (b@sea)
NEALE, Richard
NEALE, Margaret nee MILLS
NEALE.—On the 16th June, at the residence of her son-in-law (J. Bennell), Lily-street, Goodwood, Margaret, relict of the late R. Neale, of Richmond, aged 86. Arrived in the colony December, 1839, in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland.
The Advertiser Saturday 17 June 1893 page 4
NEALE, Joseph Mills Died after arrival
NEALE, William Died after arrival
NEALE, George
NEALE, Hannah
NEALE, Anne
NEALE, Elizabeth Born at sea on the voyage to Australia
NEWELL William, Susannah WRIGHT PALMER Dr PEPPERELL Richard Samuel, Ann (wife, d@sea), Ann Maria (b@sea, d aft arr) PEPPERELL Robert, wife (Mary?)
THE LATE MR. WILLIAM PHILLIS.—Our Mount Pleasant correspondent writes on March 14 :—" This district has today lost by death one of its oldest pioneers, Mr. William Phillis, of Ham Farm. The deceased gentleman had been for some years suffering from heart disease, and lingered on in great pain until 1 o'clock to-day. He was a colonist of over 49 years, having arrived in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland; landing at Holdfast Bay on December 21,1839. Amongst the passengers were the Hon. J. Colton and Mr. A. Tennant. On the day of landing, which was very rough and boisterous, he assisted in carrying the women and children ashore from the boats into bullock teams waiting to take passengers up to West-terrace. He, shortly after arrival, went to live at the old Port. In 1843 he removed to the wellknown Ham Farm. Mr. Phillis will be greatly missed, having been one of the originators of our public Societies and coursing clubs, being in this as in everything he took in hand an energetic worker. He leaves a widow, seven sons, five daughters, living, forty-seven grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. Wide- felt sympathy is felt for the family in their bereavement. His father, Mr. James Phillis, of Updown Park, whose property nearly joins his son's is between ninety and one hundred years of age, is hale and hearty and was able to visit his son in his last illness. The deceased gentleman died at—for his family noted for their longevity—the early age of sixty-eight years.
Evening Journal Saturday 16 March 1889 page 4
PHILLIS, Thomas
PHILLIS, George
PHILLIS - on the 22nd July at Spring Vale. Mount Pleasant, George Phillis, aged 82 years. Arrived in ship DuchessofNorthumberland in 1839. A colonist of 70 Years.
The Register Tuesday 27 July 1909 page 4
The death of Mr. George Phillis, one of our oldest residents, took place at Springvale on Thursday (writes our Mount Pleasant correspondent). He was a native of Kent, England, and arrived in South Australia in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland on December 21. 1839, at the age of 12. He landed at Port Adelaide, and worked for 2/6 a week, finding himself. Later he assisted in boatbuilding under Mr. Snoswell at the old wealing station at Encounter Bay. With bis father, the late Mr. James Phillis and other members of the family, he settled on what was afterwards known as Kent Farm, near Mount Pleasant. He was engaged in shepherding for some time for the late Hon. John Baker in the South Rhine district, and afterwards with his brother William carted copper ore with bullock teams from the Burra mines to Port Adelaide. In 1850 he married a daughter of the late Mr. Henry Bushell and started farming operations in conjunction with his brother-in-law, the late John Bushell, on the River Torrens. Subsequently the land east of Mount Pleasant was offered for sale, and in 1855 he purchased the property since known as Springvale where he lived until his death. Mr. Phillis took a deep interest in all public matters He was a founder of the A.H. and F. Society and was sometime President, was Chairman of the Agricultural Bureau for many years. Councillor for the South Rhine district for 32 years, and Chairman for a number of years. He was also one of the founders of the Oddfellows' Lodge at Mount Pleasant, a Forrester, a Freemason, a member of the committee of the institute. President of the cricket club, and supporter of the Mount Pleasant and Springton Coursing Clubs. Mr. Phillis has left three sons: Mr. G. Phillis of Baroota; Mr. J. B. Phillis, of Walkers Flat: and Mr. T. C. Phillis Springvale—and four daughters—Mrs. W. Kay. of Devon Downs: Mrs. E. Smith, of Mount Pleasant; and Misses S. C. and F. A. Phillis, of Springvale: 17 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Evening Journal Wednesday 28 July 1909 page 1
PHILLIS, Charlotte Died 01 February 1907 page 6
BUSHELL.— On the 1st February. at her residence, Victoria terrace, New Parkside, Charlotte, relict of the late John Phillis Bushell, aged 77 years. A long and patient sufferer. Arrived in DuchessofNorthumberland,1839.
The Register Saturday 02 February 1907 page 6
BUSHELL.-At Unley, South Australia, Charlotte, relict of the late John Phillis Bushell, and mother of Mrs. Joseph Banks, 240 Lake street, Perth, passed away peacefully after long suffering. A colonist of 66 years. Arrived by the DuchessofNorthumberland, 1839.
The West Australian Saturday 02 February 1907 page 1
Mrs. Charlotte Bushell, relict of Mr. John Phillis Bushell, who died at her residence, Kent House, Victoria-terrace, New Parkside, this week, was an old and highly respected colonist. Mrs. Bushell was born at Eastry, in the county of Kent, England, and was at the time of her death 77 years old. She landed here with her parents in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland on December 19, 1839. She lost her mother two weeks after landing. She resided in Adelaide at first, and then she moved to the old Port Adelaide. In 1843 she went to Mount Pleasant. Her husband arrived in the State before. her, in the ship Africane. The late Mrs. George Phillis was her sister in-law, and she named a small hill 'Mount 'Pleasant.' From that the township derived its name. After living for 30 years at Mount Pleasant Mrs. Bushell moved to Two Wells, and later in her life she went to live at Unley, where she resided for 22 years. She left four sons, four daughters, 14 grandchildren and six great-grand children.
Chronicle Saturday 09 February 1907 page 24
PHILLIS, Eliza
PHILLIS, Emma Born 1833 in Kent, England -
On Monday 21st December, a number of relatives and friends met at the residence of Mrs. Henry Phillis Updown Park to celebrate her 92nd birthday. Born in Kent in 1833, she arrived with her parents at Glenelg in 1839 at the age of 6 years by the DuchessofNorthumberland her mother died eight days after landing and was buried in the West Terrace Cemetery. The family lived at Emigrant Square for some time, and then removed to Old Port Adelaide, where her father, Mr. James Phillis was employed as watchman on the wharf. For a time she resided with her uncle and aunt. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bushell, the former being sent out by the British Government to Kangaroo Island in 1835 to engage in boat building. At the age of 18 she married her cousin, Mr. Henry Phillis and went to reside at Hay Farm, Mount Pleasant. With the exception of 12 years, which were spent at Georgetown with her husband, she has since resided at Mount Pleasant. Her father at one time owned most of the land between Mount Pleasant and Springton, and the site of St. John's Cemetery was a gift by him, and part of it is reserved for the interment of the Phillis family, most of whom are buried there. There is longevity in the family, as her father lived until 93 years, and her husband 74. Mrs. Phillis still retains the use of her faculties, with the exception of her eyesight, and about two years ago was able to walk into the township. There are three surviving members of her family, two sons and a daughter, 14 grandchildren, and 40 great-grandchildren. Numerous congratulatory messages were received by Mrs. Phillis who is well known and highly respected in this district.
The Mount Barker Courier and Onkaparinga and Gumeracha Advertiser Friday 08 January 1926 page 5
PHILLIS, Harriet
PHILLIS, James
Mr. James Phillis, of Johnburgh, died on Sunday. He arrived in the ship Duchess ofNorthumberland at Holdfast Bay on December 21, 1839. On the day of landing, which was rough and boisterous, the passengers were carried ashore in a bullock wagon. Mr. Phillis was one of the earliest settlers in the northern district. He has left a widow, 5 sons and 2 daughters, 40 grand children, and three great-grandchildren. He was 75 years old.
The Register Wednesday 12 August 1914 page 14
RAVEN, Matthew, Ann WINNALL
Courtesy of the State Library of South Australia
RAVEN, Matthew
ROBERTS Joseph, Mary Ann THOMPSON, Joseph, My Ann (d@sea) ROGERS Elizabeth ROGERS Maylin, Sarah Elizabeth MORRIS, Hannah, Maylin John, dau, Sam, Rbt (d@sea) SCAGELL Ann SMITH Alexander, wife, 2 ch
SMITH, John, Christina, 2 dau inc Mary/Marie, Alexander (b {and d?} @ sea)
SMITH, John
SMITH, Christina
STAPLES, George Samuel, Caroline ACKLAND
STAPLES, George Samuels
Mr. George Staples, of Prospect Hill, died on Tuesday night, after a long and painful illness. Mr. Staples, who was born in Chatham, England, in 1817, came to South Australia in 1839, in the ship Duchessof Northumberland. The surviving members of his family, are Mr. Geo. Staples, of Penang; Mr. Robert Staples, of Werrap, Victoria; Mrs. E. Johnston, of Hindmarsh; and Mrs. W. W. Morriss, of Adelaide. He left 31 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren.
Chronicle Saturday 20 December 1902 page 39
MEADOWS SOUTH, December 13.-On Wednesday another old colonist (Mr. George Staples, of Prospect Hill) died. Mr. Staples, who was born in 1817 , in Chatham, came to the state in 1839 in the ship DuchessofNorthumberland, and had lived in this district for many years. The deceased, who was by trade a carpenter, had been engaged in gardening for many years. Mrs. Staples died some years ago, but four of his children survive, vis.—Mr. George Staples, of Penang; Mr. Robert Staples,of Werrap, Victoria; Mrs. E. Johnson, of Hindmarsh; and Mrs. W. W. Morriss, of Adelaide. There are 31 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren.
The Register Monday 15 December 1902 page 3
STAPLES, Caroline nee ACKLAND
STEWART Alexander, wife (Elizabeth?), son, dau (Eliz?), son (Donald?), dau (Jessy?)
TAYLOR, Henry, Lucretia Henrietta GAMBLE, Harriet Elizabeth
TAYLOR, Henry
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TAYLOR, Lucretia Henrietta nee GAMBLE Born 1915 near Sandringham, England - Died April 1901 at Upper Mitcham, SA
Mrs. Henry Taylor, who died at Upper Mitcham on Thursday, at the age of 87, was born near Saindringham, England, in 1815. With her husband she came to South Australia in the ship Duchessof Northumberland, which arrived at Holdfast Bay in December, 1839, after a voyage of nearly six months. It was not long before Mr. and Mrs. Taylor settled at Mitcham, where Mrs. Taylor resided to the time of her death. She was one of the founders of and a regular attendant as St. Michael's Church, and three generations have sat in the family pew. Mrs. Taylor was esteemed for her kind disposition and her unobtrusive generosity. She has left one daughter, three sons, several grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
Evening Journal Saturday 13 April 1901 page 4
TENNANT, John, Jessie AITKEN, Elizabeth, Margaret, Andrew
TENNANT, John
TENNANT, Jessie nee AITKEN
TENNANT, Elizabeth
TENNANT, Andrew
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TIPPETT Mary Ann TIPPETT Richard TURNBULL Ann WILKINS Elizabeth