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Paddle steamer Waradgery
[General description] P.S. Waradgery, built in 1865 at Moama is moored at the Murray Bridge wharf. She has a large pile of firewood on her deck. [On back of photograph] 'Stern wheel paddle steamer 'Waradgery' at Murray Bridge / 1895'.
Railway Station, Murray Bridge
Railway Station, Murray Bridge approximately 1890-1899. A steam engine stands at the station. Workman on bicycles running along the lines can be seen. A large pump stands besides the track. Tents can be seen in the dusty distance. The station itself is a solid stone building with an adjoining timber clad building.
"Tyro" at Murray Bridge
River steamer "Tyro" and barge "Victor" at Murray Bridge. Tyro " operated from 1872 until 1926. She shuttled between Murray Bridge and Mannum from 1884-1917. She was largely destroyed by a boiler explosion in 1897. The Captain and engineer was badly scalded. Victor was 93 feet long, had 14 foot beam, draft 5 foot and was built at Port Adelaide in 1867.
Residence at Murray Bridge
J. G. Neumann's Home: large room used as school room for many years.
Blacksmith, Murray Bridge
A large scrub roller at Schubert's blacksmith shop with A. & G. Schubert & employees out the front.
Murray Steamer Cumberoona
[General description] Crew pose aboard the paddle steamer 'Cumberoona' which is towing a barge. The cargo is probably wool bales. The countryside on the other side of the river is partially cleared with some large Eucalypts. [On back of photograph] 'River Murray cargo Steamer and barge / About 1875 / Steamer identified as the 'Cumberoona' (see letter from H. Godson, April 3, 1938). Photograph by H. Davis for the Philadelphia Exhibition of 1876'. A researcher has identified the location as Mannum, South Australia, and has provided the following information: 'On the right hand side of the photo is a rectangular boiler which must have been from the PS 'Mary Ann', the first paddle steamer on the Murray, and the only one to have an oblong boiler. 'Mary Ann' was dismantled and lengthened and incorporated into the twin hulled paddle steamer 'Gemini' in 1855, and the boiler was discarded on the bank. It survives today, at the Mannum Dock Museum'.
Paddle steamer Bourke
Paddle steamer "Bourke", built at Milang 1876 carried a large cargo is measures 113 feet 7 inches long, 21 feet main beam and 7 feet 6 inches depth of hold. She contains an elegant saloon, well ventilated and furnished. "Bourke" has two high pressure engines of 40 hp and a very powerful boiler. She was built at Milang by Mr F Potts and weights 130 tons. In 1876 the Captain was George RS Pickhills. The owner was well known miller and importer Mr AH Landseer. She was a regular trader at Bourke.
River steamer "W. F. B"
River steamer "W. F. B". and barge "Annie", River Murray. Next to the steamers stands a large pile of stacked pipes and construction materials. See also PRG 1258/2/62
River Steamer "Rob Roy"
River Steamer "Rob Roy" with barge alongside loaded high with wool bales. Large sheds can be seen along the top of the river bank. This appears to be on the Darling River. See PRG 1258/1/3236
River Steamer "Tarella"
River Steamer "Tarella" and barges at Kaeseler's landing. After her demise her paddle wheels were fitted to the Paddle Steamer "Marion". The PS "Marion" was built in the same year (1897) also at Milang. The photograph shows the bow view of Paddle Steamer "Tarella" and barges tied up at Kaeseler's Landing, with a pile of bags awaiting transport. A large gum tree stands on the steep bank of the river
River Steamer "Cumberoona"
River steamer Cumberoona on Darling River. The Paddle Steamer Cumberoona is steam operated and was built in 1866. She was named after the Cumberoona Station on the Upper Murray, which is the Aboriginal word meaning Crooked River. The steamer has unique striping on its cabins and upper deck and a large star adorns the paddle wheel cover
River Steamer "Cumberoona"
River Steamer "Cumberoona" at Wilcannia. The Paddle Steamer Cumberoona is steam operated and was built in 1866. She was named after the Cumberoona Station on the Upper Murray, which is the Aboriginal word meaning Crooked River. The steamer has unique striping on its cabins and upper deck and a large star adorns the paddle wheel cover
River Steamer "Mannum"
River Steamer "Mannum (2)" was largely rebuilt from the fire damaged "Mannum (1)". she was possibly the largest boat on the Murray. The Captain was J Payne from 1920.
River Steamer "Mannum"
River Steamer "Mannum". She was the largest boat on the Murray and was largely destroyed by fire in 1920. "Mannum (2)" was built from the wreckage
River Steamer "Alpha"
River Steamer "Alpha", known as "Murray Marvel" weighed 50 tons, built in 1899 and was a light draught trading steamer with a reputation for sailing when no other could get through. She was largely built from the wreck of "Nil Desperandum". Mrs Collins was the engineer in 1918
Murray River Steamers
River steamers Decoy and Murrumbidgee, with barges Moorara, Empress and Mallara carrying the largest consignment of dried fruit (500 tons) ever carried on the river system. All vessels were at this time owned by Murray Shipping Ltd. Several events, including the disruption to trade caused by drought and World War I induced several large River Murray shipowners to combine their resources into one company: Murray Shipping Ltd. was formed in 1919 and included the fleet of Permewan, Wright and Co. Ltd. and AH Landseer Ltd of Milang and Knox and Downs of Wilcannia. Irrigation was established on the River Murray in the late 19th century; bust and boom years followed as droughts, heatwaves and severe frosts played havoc in the orchards. The tenacity of the pioneers, the development of more appropriate crops and frost protection techniques saw the Murray Valley eventually become established as a major fruit-growing region. Much of the land was developed after the First and Second World Wars with the Soldier Settlement Schemes opening up new tracts of land to irrigation. Dried fruit was a staple for many years and the river boats carried it downstream: a railway at Morgan connected the river trade with Port Adelaide and overseas shipping and there were railway lines to Loxton, Paringa and Waikerie by 1914.
"Bourke" River Steamer
Paddle steamer "Bourke", tied up alongside the large barge "Naomi", also with barges "Elfie" and "Empress" in the Darling River.
River Steamer "Tyro"
River Steamer "Tyro " operated from 1872 until 1926. She shuttled between Murray Bridge and Mannum from 1884-1917. She was largely destroyed by a boiler explosion in 1897. The Captain and engineer was badly scalded
"Queen", River Steamer
"Queen", River Steamer with large crowd.
Irrigation Pipes
Installation of large irrigation pipe organised by the Irrigation Commission.
Saddlery at Naracoorte
Jackson & McLeod's Saddlery premises, Naracoorte. Note on the back of the photograph states "Part of section 61, Ormerod Street - 1870-1875. The photograph shows a small wooden slatted shop with a front door, large window and a lean-to at the side. Six men and a horse are standing outside the business. There are hills in the background.
Oddfellows March, Naracoorte
Anniversary procession of the Mosquito Plains Lodge of Oddfellows taking place in Smith Street, Naracoorte. The parade is led by a band and sashes are worn by parade participants. A large banner is on display.
National Bank, Naracoorte
[General description] The National Bank at Naracoorte is a two storey stone building , partially obscured by large pine trees. Two men pose for the photographer and a woman stands her horse and buggy at the entrance of the bank.
Lighthouse Keeper Cottages
Lighthouse Keeper cottages at Neptune Island, 1 November 1907. The Neptune Islands consist of two groups of islands located close to the entrance of Spencer Gulf. Lighthouse Island is among the islands of the South Neptune Islands. The keeper's cottage is a large stone single storey building with a steeply pitched tiled roof. A group of workmen are having a break from their building to pose for this photograph. The roof is almost completed. In 1901 the light tower from the Port Adelaide entrance was relocated to the South Island Island. The complex consisted of the cottage, store, outbuildings, stone fences and stone rainwater tanks.
Northern Territory
Man with his rifle sitting at the edge of a large entrance to rocky caves, during the the Northern Territory Survey Expedition, led by George W.Goyder.
J. McDouall Stuart's tree
[On back of photograph] 'J. McDouall Stuart's Exploring Expedition, 1861-62. Tree marked by J. McDouall Stuart on his arrival at the Indian Ocean, 24 July 1862.' [General description] A tree emblazoned with a large S is in the centre of a view of light scrub. When the Northern Territory was settled, the tree could not be found and there was some doubt that Stuart had reached the north coast at all. His reputation was restored when in 1883 G.R. McMinn, acting Government Resident, located this blazed tree. Inspector Foelsche who was with McMinn took a photograph of it. It was destroyed by fire about 1903.
Stuart's marked tree
[General description] This tree, situated in a clearing in light scrub, was the one that Stuart marked with a large S upon reaching the Indian Ocean, Northern Territory, 24 July 1862. It was destroyed by fire about 1903. [On back of photograph] 'Stuart's marked tree / near Indian Ocean / Photographed in 1885' (Another hand) 'Taken by P. Foelsche / ESB 29/9/1967' J. McDouall Stuart's marked tree near the Indian Ocean.'
Aboriginal camp
[General description] In a bush clearing a large group of Aboriginal people pose for the photographer in front of their 'wurlies' or bark shelters. Three men standing in the foreground display weapons. [On back of photograph] 'Native camp / Cavanagh Square / Northern Territory / In the eighteen seventies'. Photographer was possibly Paul Foelsche.
Horse Team
Horse team of eighteen pulling a large heavy cart.
Norwood
Panoramic view of Norwood from the Town Hall tower, looking south east. The Clayton Church (with the spire) and the Wesleyan Church (with the dome) appear in the centre. The large building on the right is Saint Joseph's Convent.