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Members of a show committee at Marion, South Australia
A group of men and women described by Searcy as being members of the 'Marion show committee'; names not known.
Men attending a police conference in Adelaide
Nine men described by Searcy as attending a police conference held in Adelaide, South Australia; names not known.
Mr. McGuire, Royal Commissioner in South Australia
Close view of two men standing side by side identified by Searcy as being Mr. McGuire, Royal Commissioner in South Australia, left and Mr. Webb, a Commissioner from the U.S.A.
A young man sitting in a velvet chair reading
A smartly dressed young man photographed sitting on a wooden settee with upholstered seat and back, reading a magazine. He is identified by Searcy as being 'Mr. Casper, a photographer with Hammer & Co.' of Rundle Street, Adelaide.
A male tennis player
Close view of a young male tennis player holding two racquets described by Searcy as a champion in South Australia; name not known.
Officers of Henley Beach sailing club
A group of men, some wearing nautical dress, described by Searcy as officers of the Henley Beach sailing club; Second from right is Hubert (Bert) George Annells, Secretary of Henley Sailing Club at the time; Captain Hughes stands third from the right, with Mr. Gaetjens fourth from the left. Other names not known.
Hadrian Moody from the staff of the Register newspaper
Mr. Hadrian Moody, described by Searcy as 'a literary man' on the staff of the South Australian Register newspaper.
Edward Allan Farquhar
Edward Allan Farquhar. Born Le Fevre's Peninsular 4 November 1871 and educated at Mr. S. MacPherson's School, Exeter, and Prince Alfred College. Married Mabel Cranwell in 1896. Began his career working for Crooks and Brooker in 1885. President of the Marine Board until the establishment of the Harbors Board in 1914, when he was appointed Commissioner of the Harbors Board becoming Chairman on the resignation of his predecessor, Arthur Searcy, in 1924. Served as a Councillor, Alderman and Chair of Finance on the Port Adelaide City Council. He died on 3 April 1935.
Stationary train at Cape Thevenard, South Australia
A stationary train at Cape Thevenard, the carriages are described by Searcy as 'sleeping berths'.
Sydney Barber, an amateur walking competitor
Studio view of a man wearing sports clothing identified by Searcy as being Sydney Barber, an amateur competitor in long distance walking events.
A polo player in South Australia
A polo player, identified by Searcy as Mr. Billie Wood waiting on his horse during a match in South Australia.
Members of a cricket team from the banking profession
A team of cricket players sitting in a group with three other men described by Searcy as 'the Banker's cricket club'; names not known.
Group of seven women, two men and a boy from South Australia
A group of seven women, two men, and a boy sitting and standing by a garden bench described by Searcy as 'two South Australian families'; names not known. See also PRG 280/1/35/28.
Women members of the South Australian Victory League
A large group of women photographed under trees and described by Searcy as members of the Victory League in South Australia during World War I.
A social occasion at Sir William Sowden's residence, Glen Osmond
Guests arriving and sitting in the garden at Sir William Sowden's residence in Wootoona Terrace, St. George's, Glen Osmond, near Adelaide during a social occasion described by Searcy as an 'at home'; Sir Archibald Weigall, Governor of South Australia, with Lady Weigall and their daughter Priscilla are talking to other guests in the foreground.
Miss Florence Conlon of Semaphore, South Australia
Studio view of a young woman identified by Searcy as being Miss Florence Conlon of Semaphore, South Australia, a member of the 'Advertiser' newspaper staff.
A tennis player on the court during a match in Adelaide
A male tennis player, identified by Searcy as' Roberts' playing in a match held in Adelaide.
Miss Adams, champion swimmer, photographed with three men
A young woman identified by Searcy as 'Miss Adams, champion swimmer' photographed standing with three men; their names are given as Captain Adams, G. Tobin, and T.G. McAnaway.
A woman playing tennis in Adelaide
A woman identified by Searcy as being Mrs. W.T. Rowe playing tennis in Adelaide.
Men playing tennis in Adelaide
Two men playing in a doubles tennis match in Adelaide; they are identified by Searcy as Phillips and McDougal from Western Australia.
St. John the Baptist Church, Duntroon, Scotland
The premises of a church identified by Searcy as the Church of St. John the Baptist at Duntroon, Scotland.
Opening the season at an Adelaide bowling green
A woman identified by Searcy as 'Mrs. Johnson' throwing the first ball at an Adelaide bowling green, a traditional way to open the season.
The start of a running race for men in Adelaide
Men taking off at the start of a running race described by Searcy as 'the 440 Cup' in Adelaide.
A gathering of adults and children at Cowandilla, South Australia
A gathering of adults and children sitting under the shade of trees outside a building described by Searcy as being a home for orphans at Cowandilla.
Racegoers watching the races at Kapunda, South Australia
Racegoers sitting on wooden forms and leaning on a fence in an area described by Searcy as the 'grandstand' watching the races at Kapunda in South Australia; a small terrier dog sits in front.
A group of men outside Adelaide railway station
A group of men standing outside the Adelaide railway station described by Searcy as being a welcome for the 'arrival of the High Ruler and past High Chief Ruler of England' associated with Friendly Societies. The use of the term 'High Chief Ruler' indicates that it would be members of the Ancient Order of Foresters being welcomed.
Racegoers placing bets at the races in South Australia
Racegoers placing bets at the races with an insert of a horse passing the winning post, described by Searcy as the 'Martindale races'. According to a researcher, this photo was taken at the "Martindale races", Manoora racecourse, Manoora. 'The Insert shows the slashing finish in the Manoora Handicap between Mnetora and Adavale.' Photo taken Saturday 28 October 1922
A man delivering a speech of thanks
A man identified by Searcy as being Mr. Hart delivering a speech of thanks to an audience thought to be at Sturt Bowling Club, South Australia.
Judging work at a first aid competition in South Australia
Competitors in a first aid competition having their work assessed by two judges identified by Searcy as being Dr. Dawkins and Dr. Cudmore; the 'patient' is lying on a stretcher made from branches and leaves.
Officials at a gardeners' picnic in South Australia
Seven men standing in a field described by Searcy as being the officials at a gardeners' picnic in South Australia; names not known.