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Jetty at Normanville
Jetty at Normanville completed in March 1923, length about 900 feet. The Normanville area became a successful wheat growing area and the nearby jetty on Normanville Beach became a port for ships coming and going. The small coastal town of Carrickalinga is one kilometre away. The name Carrickalinga first appeared in 1958 and is from the Aboriginal word Karikalingga, meaning "place for redgum firewood"
Giant Anthill at Rum Jungle
[General description] In a clearing in the bush a woman is seated in a buggy drawn by a pair of greys held by an Aboriginal man. Another buggy can be seen in the background. The party has stopped to inspect and photograph a giant anthill. [On back of photograph] 'Six miles south of Rum Jungle / Northern Territory / 1887' (Another hand) 'Dr. Stirling's Exploration Party to the Northern Territory / Photo by Foelsche'.
Leper Station
Leper Station on Mud Island Lazarette, about 6 miles from Port Darwin, across the harbour near mouth of Blackmore River. The Government admitted that the site was unsuitable and a new location was sought. A medical officer made a weekly visit to treat the patients and an Aboriginal inmate provided treatment to fellow patients (mainly Chinese) when needed. They were given rations, fishing lines and a shotgun. It was a common allegation at the time that the patients were left unattended and uncared for. Dr W Ramsey Smith's report on the Northern Territory states " The Leper Station at Port Darwin is unsuitable for any being of the human species". This leprosarium was closed in 1931 when the new Channel Island Leprosarium was opened.
Telegraph Line Survey Party camp, near Alice Springs
The photo was taken during the visit of Lord Kintore's Telegraph Line Survey Party. Mounted Constables Harry Chance and Charles Brookes on the left, and two Aboriginal Troopers at right. The buggy is Lord Kintore's. The expedition travelled along the Overland Telegraph Line in 1891.
Railway Station House
Railway station house at Oodnadatta [also at PRG 1610/11/47].
Picnic lunch, Oodnadatta
Four men enjoying a picnic: R.Virgo, R.Chong, Bert Haines, and T.Ah Chee near Oodnadatta.
Afternoon Tea Party
An afternoon tea party at Oodnadatta: l-r: ? Mrs.F.Jones; N.Brown, A.Giles; E.Roper; D.Simpson, D.Brown, V.Marousen, M.Roper, Toby Jones. According to the researcher M. Miller, this photo was taken at a fundraising event organised by the little girls in the photo. The event was on 26 October 1914, and it raised money for the "Patriotic Fund", that is, to support the war effort. The event was reported in the Adelaide Advertiser on 4 November 1914, at page 12, in a column summarising social events in "The Country". The item in the Advertiser read as follows: "OODNADATTA, October 26.-On Saturday evening a concert, arranged by nine little girls of Oodnadatta, was held. Through the efforts of these little girls, the eldest of whom is only 14, the substantial sum of £18 7/6 was added to the patriotic fund. The whole performance, including two one-act plays, "Afternoon Tea" and "The Little Angels" was well presented, and encores were numerous. The performers were:- Misses Winnie Lyle, Rita Rook, Vera Marousen, Andrew Giles, Grace Ellis, Dorothy Simpson, Rosie Ah Chee, and Doreen Brown. The efforts of the little folk were so much appreciated that a social was tendered to them on Monday evening.
Parachilna
Parachilna name comes from the Nukunu Aboriginal word meaning place of peppermint gum trees. The railway lines and station can be seen in this photograph. When the railway line from Port Augusta to Farina passed through the area in 1881 the whole town was moved 10 kilometres so the population could be closer to the railway siding. The new town was laid out in 1890. The original town was surveyed in 1863
Parachilna Creek
Parachilna Creek rises as Blinman and Wockerawirra Creeks around Mount Emily and they flow for about 20 km westwards where they merge through the ABC and Heysen Ranges before eventually discharging into Commodore Swamp. The name Parachilna comes from the Aboriginal word patajilnda meaning place of peppermint gum trees
Pichi Richi Pass
Pichi Richi Pass occurs on the railway line from Port Augusta to Quorn. The name Pichi Richi is believed to have come from the region where pituri is grown, this is a mixture of leaves chewed as a stimulant by Australian Aboriginals.
Taylor's Farm, Pichi Richi
Showing Taylor's farm and railway line to Port Augusta. District foreman Cooke, S.A.R. in foreground. Pichi Richi Pass occurs on the railway line from Port Augusta to Quorn. The name Pichi Richi is believed to have come from the region where pituri is grown, this is a mixture of leaves chewed as a stimulant by Australian Aboriginals
Pinnaroo
Pinnaroo street scene taken in 1911. FH Edwards General Store stands next to the Meat Store. A ditch is running next to the main street. Carts and carriages and horses are waiting on the street. Pinnaroo is situated near the Victorian border and derives its name from the Aboriginal word for "big man". It was first settled in 1869. The railway arrived in the area shortly before this photograph was taken. Wheat growing was the main farming endeavour followed by sheep, and barley crops
Wheat Stack at Pinnaroo
Horsedrawn dray carting wheat bags from the Wheat stack at Pinnaroo. Pinnaroo is situated near the Victorian border and derives its name from the Aboriginal word for "big man". It was first settled in 1869. The railway arrived in the area shortly before this photograph was taken. Wheat growing was the main farming endeavour followed by sheep and later barley crops. This photograph shows the covered stacks of wheat in sacks which stand at least 25 sacks high. Eight horses are harnessed ready to pull a cart loaded with sacks of wheat
Pinnaroo street
Pinnaroo street scene. Pinnaroo is situated near the Victorian border and derives its name from the Aboriginal word for "big man". It was first settled in 1869. The railway arrived in the area shortly before this photograph was taken. Wheat growing was the main farming endeavour followed by sheep, and barley crops. This street scene shows the Land of Promise Hotel which was established in 1906 and was the first hotel in Pinnaroo. It was also known as Commercial Hotel and the Golden Grain Hotel. Robert Peter Allen was the proprietor at the time of the photograph. Next door stands the building holding the tobacconist, hairdresser and billiard hall. It was established in 1910 by A Killmier. Next to this stands the Commercial Bank of Australia building. Groups of men and a horse and cart complete the scene
Pinnaroo Railway Sheds
Pinnaroo Railway Sheds. Pinnaroo is situated near the Victorian border and derives its name from the Aboriginal word for "big man". It was first settled in 1869. The railway was completed in 1906. Wheat growing was the main farming endeavour followed by sheep, and barley crops. The Methodist Church can be seen in the background. The railway sheds, water tower and engine are reflected in flood water
Pinnaroo
Pinnaroo panorama of town, looking south. Pinnaroo is situated near the Victorian border and derives its name from the Aboriginal word for "big man". It was first settled in 1869. The railway arrived in the area shortly before this photograph was taken. Wheat growing was the main farming endeavour followed by sheep, and barley crops. The school is in the foreground. The hotel and church can also be seen in this panoramic view
"Teenminne", Mission cutter
Point McLeay Mission Station cutter : the "Teenminnie". The Aborigines Friends Association cutter sank at her moorings at the mission station with about five tons of general cargo in board in July 1892.
Jetty, Point McLeay
[On back of photograph] 'Steamers 'Despatch' and 'Arcadia', seen in the distance, moored at the Point McLeay Jetty on Lake Alexandrina. There are piles of cargo on the shore, covered with tarpaulins. A researcher suggests that the 'piles of cargo on the shore covered with tarpaulins' may actually be Aboriginal humpies.
Point Malcolm Lighthouse
Point Malcolm Lighthouse was built in 1878 on the eastern side of the narrows between Lake Alexandrina and Lake Albert, opposite Narrung, a small Aboriginal community. The keeper's cottage stands nearby and at the time of the photograph the keepers sold extra self produced goods to the locals. The goods were stored in a small cave in the riverbank and taken by boat to town for sale. The lighthouse is unusual as it is an inland lighthouse and may be the only one in the Southern Hemisphere.
Mission Station, Poonindie
Poonindie Mission Station with St. Matthew's Anglican Church on right. Poonindie is 15 km north of Port Lincoln and was established as a Christian village in 1850's to educate Aboriginal people in the skills of farming. The land was ideal with sheoaks, sloping grassy plains, near the sea and Tod River. By 1860, 15,000 acres were carrying sheep, cattle, horses, pigs, wheat and oats. St Matthews Church had brick facings on its stone walls, a clock and circular plate in the front stating "Native Institution, founded October 10, 1850". The church had a double chimney, stained glass windows, hanging lamps and a loft with a winding staircase. The property was closed in 1894.
Mission Church, Poonindie
Poonindie Mission Church of St Matthews (with Mr J.D.Bruce in trap in foreground) In 1850 Archdeacon Mathew Hale established a Christian training institution for Aboriginal people adjacent to the Tod River at Poonindie. The community produced very good shearers, ploughmen and stockmen who were sought after by local settlers. The Mission closed in 1889/90 and the Poonindie people were relocated to Point Pearch and Point McLeay.
School Children, Poonindie
School Children at Poonindie with teacher Mr Rose, September 10, 1909. See also another copy at B54052 where names are supplied. Poonindie was established by the Church of England in 1850 as a training institution for young Aboriginal people. It later became a Christian community
Mission, Poonindie
Poonindie Mission at Poonindie.
Mission, Poonindie
Poonindie Mission at Poonindie.
Port Adelaide
[General description] On the left is a shallow canal which contains two boats, one upturned. A small group of Aboriginal people sit in the foreground. On the right is the busy street with horse drawn carriages and bullock wagons which are taking bales (wool?) to be loaded onto ships whose masts can be seen on the river beyond. [On back of photograph] 'Port Adelaide, 1845 / Reproduced from a sketch by T.H.Shepherd in the Museum, Adelaide. Canal in Commercial Street, looking north towards the Port River. Left hand side: 1) Old no.4 Bonded Store; 2) Harbour-Master's residence. Right hand side: (left to right) 1) S.A.Co. Store; 2) Building adjoining R. Venn, Butcher is the Commercial Inn (now Commercial Hotel). Notes by Mr. Samuels, Largs.'
Fanny Agars' Funeral
Fanny Agars' [Sometimes referred to as "Black Fanny"] funeral going through the streets of Port Lincoln. [Fanny was burried as Margaret Agnes (Fanny) in Port Lincoln Pioneer Cemetery Row H Plot 5]
The Goolwa
Panorama of Goolwa from the water, showing small dinghies under sail in the foreground and the steamer Lady Augusta in the distance (bottom left); on the land there are both tents and simple houses for the settlers, and Aboriginal people and Europeans at the water's edge.
Military Barracks, Moorundie
Military Barracks at Moorundie; described on the back as 'Soldiers Barracks. Moorundie on the River Murray, S.A.'. According to a researcher, this is not the Military Barracks but rather the Police Station, as the station was built in 1841, the first of a chain of stations at the Murray River crossings to prevent a repitition of the battles fought between the Overlanders droving stock from New South Wales to South Australia and the local tribes. First commander of the post was explorer John Eyre who maintained good relations with the Aborigines. He was replaced in 1844 by William Nation who reported: 'Within the last six months, many overland parties have arrived, and all bear testimony to the good conduct and usefulness of the natives generally'.
Encounter Bay, Victor Harbor
Print from the original uncoloured lithograph. Encounter Bay, Victor Harbor as it appeared in the book 'South Australia Illustrated' (plate 16), published 1847. Based on an artwork by George French Angas, the lithographer was J.W. Giles. The view shows a horseman accompanied by an Aboriginal man, on foot and carrying a spear, walking along as track through lush scrub. The harbour and bluff are prominent in the background.
Edward John Eyre
Edward John Eyre, from a drawing by Witkin. Original drawing part of Parliament House collection, Adelaide (1949). The drawing was presented to the South Australian Government in 1948 by Lt. Col ARG Gordon (Ireland), a grandson of Edward John Eyre. Eyre went on two expeditions to the Flinders Ranges and west to beyond Ceduna. Later he was the first European to traverse the coastline of the Great Australian Bight towards Albany in Western Australia. He travelled with his Aboriginal companion Wylie