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"Etona", Mission Launch
"Etona", the Church of England Mission steam launch at Murray Bridge. It was replaced in 1899 by a new paddle steamer built at Milang also called the "Etona". The launch then named "Patroller" was purchased by the Church of England in January 1891. It was then renamed "Etona"in June 1891. The launch was sold by the Church of England as the "Alma" in 1899
Murray River Steamers
The "Avoca" and the "Murrundi" (formerly the Menindie), at Goolwa. The Avoca was built at Milang in 1877 and was Australia's second oldest paddle boat. It was used for transporting grain from Goolwa to Port Adelaide and was 112 feet long. Captain D Treacy was the captain for some time.
River steamers on the Murray
River steamers the 'Bourke' and 'Jane Eliza' unloading at the wharf. . "Burke" was built at Milang in 1876 and "Jane Eliza" in 1870. The boats are moored in front of the Wool Store and are loaded with bales of wool. "Burke" was converted from an excursion steamer to a barge c. 1898. There was an earlier barge of the same name.
"Dispatch", River Steamer
"Dispatch" formerly the Tass. (Not the Dispatch which was built at Milang by A.H. Landseer in 1877) This boat was built in 1900 and was formerly named "Tass".
River steamer "Wilcannia"
River steamer "Wilcannia" built at Milang in 1876. No copying without permission from the donor. "Wilcannia" was built in 1874 and weighed 144 tons. Her engines were originally from "Telegraph". She was wrecked in 1915 but was still running in 1924. The photograph shows the paddle steamer taking on fire wood on the banks of the river.
River Steamer 'Marion'
[General description] River Steamer 'Marion' at mooring, built by Milang shipbuilder A.H. Landseer in 1896, first floated 1897. She had many changes to her superstructure over the years as her function changed. This photo was probably taken after Ben Chaffey of Renmark bought her (in 1908) and converted her into a passenger and cargo boat. There is a group of men in suits standing on both upper decks and there seems to be work in progress on the lower deck. The 'Marion' is still plying the River Murray today (2017) having been restored by volunteers.
River steamer "Marion"
River steamer "Marion" was one of the first paddle steamers to run cruises on the Murray River. She was built in 1896 at Milang to be both a work boat and pleasure craft. The owner died before she was finished so she was made into a barge and later into a paddle steamer. She began life as a hawking steamer our of Echuca. She had an engine which was imported from England. In 1908 she was stripped of her store buildings and rebuilt with accommodation for 8 passengers. She travelled upstream to Renmark then down to Goolwa and back to Morgan.
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 "Queen"
River Steamer "Queen" at Milang. She was an iron paddle steamer built in 1865 at Goolwa and destroyed by fire at Mypolonga in 1928
River Steamer "Arcadia"
River Steamer "Arcadia" was built in 1903 at Goolwa. Originaly powered with an oil engine, a steam engine was installed about 1906. She sailed the lakes between Milang and Meningie
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.
"Etona" - Mission Boat
"Etona" - Mission Boat belonging to the Church of England. It was replaced in 1899 by a new paddle steamer built at Milang also called the "Etona". The launch then named "Patroller" was purchased by the Church of England in January 1891. It was then renamed "Etona"in June 1891. The launch was sold by the Church of England as the "Alma" in 1899
Murray Steamer "Dispatch"
Murray Steamer "Dispatch" (not the Dispatch built at Milang).
"Etona", Mission Steamer
The "Etona" built at Milang in 1899 for the Anglican Church as a floating church to travel the Murray River.
"Invincible", River Steamer
The remains of river steamer "The Invincible" east of Berri. The "P.S. Invincible" is in a dock especially dug for her in 1977. The intention was to retore the vessel in the dock, but it was dismantled there instead. The components were transported to the Milang Museum. The image depicts the vessel after it was towed from Goolwa by the "P.S. Enterprise" in 1977.
Narrung
General view at Narrung showing the Pt.Malcolm lighthouse in the distance; the steamer at the jetty is the "Milang". A party of onlookers are sitting on the grassy bank of the lake and the jetty and steamers can be seen in the background.
Railway Station, Port Elliot
Railway Station at Port Elliot, showing a Beyer Peacock 2-4-0T, B/No.2740/1886, SAR No. 100 'G' class locomotive (which was 1 of 5 built). It worked the South Coast and Milang line together with No's 99 and 101. It was rebuilt in 1914, on loan to G. Baxter for construction of the Eudunda to Robertstown line from 18 September 1914 to 2 December 1914. It was condemned 5 June 1923. See 'Steam Locomotives of the South Australian Railways' by R. Fluck, R. Sampson, and K. Bird.
Cricket at Victor Harbor
Two Aboriginal men playing cricket at Victor Harbor: Harry Hewitt is the batsman, he was born in about 1864 and married Mary Unaipon at Point McLeay on 18 February 1884. He died at Milang on 23 January 1907; the wicket keeper's surname is Wagner.
Hunting party
Hunting party on board the P.S. Bourke: J.R. Anderson, J.E. Craigie, A.S. Fotheringham, E.G. Phillips and W.J. Hoath. According to a researcher, they are part of the North Adelaide Cricket team which, over Easter of 1895, took a trip to Murray Bridge, Milang and Point McLeay.
Hunting party
Hunting party on board the P.S. Bourke. A researcher has provided the following information: 'This is the North Adelaide Cricket team which, over Easter of 1895, took a trip to Murray Bridge, Milang and Point McLeay.'
Hunting party
Hunting party on board the P.S. Bourke at Goolwa. A researcher has provided the following information: 'This is the North Adelaide Cricket team which, over Easter of 1895, took a trip to Murray Bridge, Milang and Point McLeay.'
Sheahan collection of river craft, bridges, locks
The Sheahan Collection consists of 114 views depicting river craft and two steam boat captains, bridges, and locks on the Murray River in South Australia. See 'contents' for details of items.
Frank Dunk trying to ride a camel
OODNADATTA: Frank Dunk, National Bank officer of Milang, trying a camel ride during his trip to the north of South Australia.
Frank Dunk with a team of camels
OODNADATTA: Frank Dunk, a National Bank officer of Milang, with a team of camels during a trip to the north of S.A.
Scouts erecting a tent
Image from an album of photographs of Boy Scouts and camp activities: historical pageant of scouting Corroboree 1936. The first scout camp. Scouts erecting a tent. Information from a researcher: 'The first Scout Camp held in SA was in 1909 at Milang, starting on Christmas Day. Corroboree's first happened in 1924, and were an annual event for a short period'.
Bill Seeley
Bill Seeley (pictured in his airforce uniform) with his first wife. Bill was the fourth child of John and Mabel (nee March) from Burra. His siblings were Ray, Eric, Ina (Mrs Searle) and Gordon. He was employed after the War as a barman in hotels around Glenelg. In later life he moved to Milang on Lake Alexandrina as a fisherman. He died about 2002.
Adelaide views
An album of photographs by SW Sweet, featuring scenes around Adelaide.
Ada & Clara on slip
The 'Ada & Clara' on slip at Goolwa.
Ada & Clara as an excursion boat laden with passengers
The 'Ada & Clara' as an excursion boat with enclosed deck for passengers. The masts have been removed.
Avoca
The 'Avoca' paddle steamer on the river.