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Dr. C. G. Everard
Dr. Charles George Everard, aged about 80 years, pioneer farmer and physician. Before leaving England he purchased Sections 43 and 44 plus eight Town Acres. He built Ashford House on Bay Road (now Anzac Highway). Everard Park was once part of his extensive land holdings which included much of the land between Ashford and Glenelg. Dr Everard was one of the first colonists to grow wheat on one of his Town Acres on Morphett Street.
Reverend Thomas Field
Reverend Canon Thomas Field of St Peter's Church at Glenelg.
Charles Brown Fisher
[On back of photograph] 'Charles Brown Fisher' [General description] Portrait of C.B. Fisher, showing head and shoulders in three quarter view, facing right. Born on the 25 September 1818 in London, he was the second son of James Hurtle Fisher. He arrived in the colony with his parents on the Buffalo In December, 1836. A noted racehorse owner and breeder he became one of the biggest pastoralists in Australia, eventually going bankrupt in 1895. He retired to Melbourne, then Adelaide where he died at Glenelg on 6 May 1908.
Anthony Forster
Anthony Forster was a politician, financier and newspaper owner and editor in colonial South Australia. He was born in County Durham and arrived at Glenelg with his wife Catherine in 1841. He was editor of the South Australian Register and was elected to the South Australian Legislative Council in 1855. He returned to England and died in Sussex
Samuel Green
Samuel Green left England and was ordained in the Anglican Church of South Australia in 1865. He held the Parish of Port Adelaide and Glenelg. He ran a spiritualist circle with his wife acting as medium. He was a popular speaker. He supported co-operation between capital and labour and urged 3000 striking dockworkers at Port Adelaide to return to work in 1887 [also at SRG 94/A85/20/17F].
Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Haddrick
Mr and Mrs E.J. Haddrick of Port Pirie. According to a researcher, this is Edward James Haddrick son of Thomas James Haddrick - he arrived as a one year old on the barque 'Resource' on October 7, 1838 with his parents and older siblings. Part of the Haddrick family were very active in cricket in Glenelg. The lady in the photo is most likely Emily [nee Hawker].
John Hill of the 'Buffalo'
John Hill of H. M. S. Buffalo who hoisted the flag at Glenelg on December 28, 1836. He is shown wearing a sailor's uniform, complete with a straw hat, with the name of his ship printed on the hat band. He has his arm resting on the flag and is holding a smaller pennant in the other hand.
Sir John Hindmarsh
[General description] This upper body portrait shows Sir John Hindmarsh in uniform with epaulettes, brass buttons and orders. His right hand is hidden in the front of his jacket. [On back of photograph] 'Rear Admiral Sir John Hindmarsh , Knight Bachelor, RN, KH / First Governor of South Australia / Original portrait by the German artist Buchheister in 1849 / Presented by W.E. Hindmarsh Stephen / Original in possession of the Glenelg Corporation' [duplicate copyat PRG 458/1/2/2].
Lady Hindmarsh
[General description] This upper body portrait of Lady Hindmarsh shows her facing the observer with an open, candid expression. She is dressed in the height of fashion. [On back of photograph] 'Lady Hindmarsh / nee Susannah Wilson Edmeades / wife of Sir John Hindmarsh / copied from an ivory miniature painted by George Milner Stephen / (Her son-in-law) / 1840 / The original is in the possession of the Glenelg Corporation / Presented by E.A. Hindmarsh Stephen'.
Ulrich Hubbe
Ulrich Hubbe, taken at Glenelg. He was born in Hamburg and arrived in South Australia in 1842. He is remembered as a journalist and newspaper editor, farmer, teacher, interpreter, land agent, public servant, Lutheran lay reader and legal scholar. His main contribution is to the Real Property Act which simplified the registration of land titles.
Reverend John Lumsdon
Reverend Canon John Lumsdon, Rector of St. Peter's Church, Glenelg.
Israel Mazey
Israel Mazey - old colonist who arrived in South Australia on the sailing vessel the "Duke of York" in 1836. A note on the back of the photograph dated 1894 suggests that Israel Mazey was one of the last persons still living who arrived on the "Duke of York" along with the daughter of Mrs Beare who had 10 children, 50 grandchildren and 69 great grandchildren. Also mentioned are Mr WL Beare of Glenelg and Mr O Powell of Walkerville. Israel Mazey was born approximately in 1817 in Berkshire, England and died June 26, 1894 at Alberton. He was 20 years old when he began working to establish a whaling station on Kangaroo Island. He joined the "Duke of York" when it was anchored off the Isle of Wight. Later he worked as a blacksmith on Kangaroo Island. He married Hannah Woolman in 1843 and they produced 12 children and lived in King Street in Alberton.
Sir William Morgan
[General description] Head and shoulders portrait of Sir William Morgan. He is wearing 'mutton chop' whiskers and a moustache, with no beard. Arriving in Adelaide in the 'Glenelg' in 1849 he first worked on land near the River Murray. Later, after a successful stint in the Victorian goldfields, he returned to Adelaide where he became a successful businessman and merchant, then went into politics. He was a strong advocate for the Federation of Australian States. He bought 'Netherby' in 1867, and died in 1883 [On back of photograph] 'Sir William Morgan'.
Henry Thomas Morris
Henry Thomas Morris arrived in South Australia in December 1836 on board the ship "Buffalo" with his uncle Admiral, Sir John Hindmarsh. He was born at Gravesend in 1823. He established stations at Hindmarsh Valley, Encounter Bay, Reedy Creek near Mount Gambier. Later he was manager at Anlaby Station in the Barossa Valley for the Dutton family. At his last appearance at the 1907 Commenoration Day he praised the early pioneers for overcoming difficulties in the new colony. They were mostly sons of wealthy families and because the promised pre-purchased acres of land were not immediately ready for them they had to settle on the banks of the river at Glenelg in primitive huts built of reeds and pines
William Ranson Mortlock
William Ranson Mortlock, son of William Tennant Mortlock and Rosina Forsayth Tennant, born at Port Adelaide 27 October 1891, died at Glenelg 16 July 1892.
Henry Mortimer Muirhead
Henry Mortimer Muirhead, Police Magistrate. An Advertiser December 8, 1933 newspaper clipping on the back of the photograph states: Appointed Police Magistrate. Mr HM Muirhead to succeed Mr Sabine. In Executive Council yesterday Mr HM Muirhead SM was appointed to succeed Mr EM Sabine as police magistrate for Adelaide. Mr Sabine who has reached the retiring age will begin his leave next week and Mr Muirhead will start his official duties about January 9. Mr Muirhead was appointed a stipendiary magistrate in 1923, before which he was registrar of the State Industrial Court. For some time he was at Mount Gambier and was later transferred to Port Adelaide. He has been assisting Mr Sabine at the Adelaide Police Court for several years. He was born at Glenelg and is the son of Mr CM Muirhead, who was a prominent solicitor in Adelaide. He was educated at St Peter's College and admitted to the Bar in 1909. He became managing clerk to Messrs. McLachlan and Napier. Two years later he was appointed clerk of arraigns and third associate at the Supreme Court. He was appointed Registrar of the Court of Industrial Appeals and on the constitution of the Industrial Court in 1913 he became Industrial Registrar. Mr Muirhead enlisted in the AIF in 1917 and served in France and Belgium with the 10th Battalion.
Henry Tassie
Henry Tassie.
Archdeacon A. E. Weston
Archdeacon A. E. Weston, Rector of St. Peter's, Glenelg, 1947-57.
Double Deck Motor Buses
[General description] Garford motor buses numbered from 23 through to 29 are lined up in a muddy yard. [On back of photograph] 'Fleet of railways double decker motor buses. Commenced running between Adelaide and Glenelg, March 217, 1926. Each bus seats 23 inside and 34 on top deck' (Another hand) '1926'.
Motor Buses
[General description] A row of six stationary buses with drivers posing for the photographer. See below for the names of the drivers. [On back of photograph] 'Fleet of 5 Reo J model speed wagons and one (1) Maudslay Safety Coach run by T.C.S. Reynolds of Keswick S.A. / all running Glenelg to Adelaide (owner on left of picture) / These buses average 1000 miles each a week running. Only 1 passenger has been injured in 2 1/2 years since the first of fleet started on run. Owner is a Returned Soldier ex 1702 10th Inf. Battn. A.I.F. served Egypt Gallipoli England Malta France 1914-1917 age 18 on enlistment. Organised first Bus owners Association in South Australia, was first President (Mr. C.C. Armstrong Secretary) / largest one- man owned fleet in Adelaide at date 15/6/1926. T.C.S Reynolds (owner) Drivers: G.A.Reid, H. Thompson, C. Hartley, W. Parker, W. Buck, L. Morgan, J.P. Scott.' dated 15/6/1926.
Maudslay Motor Bus
[General description] Mr. G.A. Reid is sitting at the wheel of the stationary Adelaide-Glenelg bus. [On back of photograph] 'Maudslay Safety Coach, built especially for passenger work. English built. Cost complete 1,891 pounds sixteen and eightpence. 15-16 miles per gallon on Gasoline / 50 M.P.H. maximum speed / 22.60 H. Power engine / 29 passenger seating. 54078 Regn. no. Body designed by Mr. R. Nelson of Nelson Bros. of Richmond S.A. in collaboration with T.C.S. Reynolds / 4 tons, 10 cwt. 29 trs. unladen / 6 tons, 10 cwt. 29 trs laden / 21,000 miles travelled from 24/12/25 to 15/6/26 / 27'6" length overall / This design is being much copied in Australia at present time / Was the first bus to leave Adelaide with 20 passengers for long Mid-North tour. Easter 1926 on a 385 miles tour to Mid-North of S.A. did 16.1 M. per gallon / average speed 28 M.P.H. with 32 passengers & luggage (7 1/2 ton load). (Driver Mr. G.A. Reid late Imperial Army)' dated 15/6/1926.
Double decked Motor Bus
[General description] This double decked bus is seen from the rear, showing its curved staircase. There is an advertisement for Berger Roof Paints on its side. On the left part of a fruit stall is visible and on the right the South Australian Hotel can be seen behind the bus. [On back of photograph] 'Back view of double decked bus operated by the Railways Department on the Adelaide- Glenelg route. Photographed July 15, 1926. Taken at the City Terminus, North Terrace, outside the Railway Station.'
'Eureka' Steam Motor
The 'Eureka' Steam Motor purchased second-hand from Port Adelaide and Queenstown Tramway Company in April 1883, and run by the Glenelg Railway Co. Ltd. Used on South Terrace Line between South Terrace and Goodwood. Built by Merryweather, London. Engine 0-4-0 type inside cylinders 5 inch diameter with Stephenson's motion. Held about 80 passengers. The vehicle has 'Eureka' painted on the side of the front single deck engine car while the second part has two decks.
Sharebrokers Clerks Race
In July 1903 twenty two sharebrokers clerks took part in a 14 miles walking race held in the suburbs of Adelaide. Starting at King William Street and South Terrace 2,500 people watched 36 Adelaide sharebroker clerks walk to Glenelg via Burnside, Glen Osmond and Cross Roads. The winner was Mr H Cox with 2 hours 28 mins. and 21 seconds. Earlier that month 36 well known Adelaide sharebrokers walked the same route in the Sharebroker's Walk.
Sharebrokers Clerks
Sharebrokers clerks walking race. In July 1903 twenty two sharebrokers clerks took part in a 14 miles walking race held in the suburbs of Adelaide. Starting at King William Street and South Terrace 2,500 people watched 36 Adelaide sharebroker clerks walk to Glenelg via Burnside, Glen Osmond and Cross Roads. The winner was Mr H Cox with 2 hours 28 mins. and 21 seconds.
Merryweather Steam Motor
Merryweather steam motor with trailer. The trailer was formerly a steam car, the engine having been removed and space used for a smoking compartment. The steam motor shown in the photograph thought to be the one used on the Albert Park tramway. Coach and locomotive used on Victoria Square - Glenelg railway line between Goodwood Road and Adelaide. The carriage depicted in the photograph has a partial upper deck.
Railway Carriage
Railway carriage under construction at Cottrell and Sons Rundle Street factory. The passenger coach (probably for the Glenelg-South Terrace Railway) in course of construction by Cottrell and Son (name just visible on original photograph) Rundle Street. The photograph was taken by Paris Photographic Company, opposite the York Hotel. Among the workers standing at the windows of the carriage is a gentleman in a top hat.
Horse Tram
Horse tram: Glenelg-Brighton-Marino Tramways.
Address of Loyalty
Address of loyalty to Queen Victoria on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee from the Glenelg Town Council.
Locomotive
Locomotive used on the Glenelg Marino Railway.