62 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

ARCHITECTURE

Federation with Gothic Influences

No. 60 - 64 (previously was no. 136 - 140) Duke Street is a triplex constructed in rendered masonry with gabled corrugated iron roofs. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style applied to a triplex. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with three tall rendered masonry brick gables featuring cartouches. They have matching bull-nose roof verandahs supported on timber posts. Each front elevation is asymmetrically planned with an offset entry door flanked by a window. The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

In 1922/23 Christina ‘Chrissie’ Clark Monteath (1898-1970) lived at 138 (now 62) Duke St, East Fremantle with her father William Monteath (1871–1955), a ‘motor driver’, mother Catherine (1874–1938) and brother John, a labourer and from 1922-1925 she worked as a bookkeeper. In 1929 Christina Monteath married James McGlashan, a boilermakers assistant and Fremantle Soccer player ( see story)
1933 Birth on October 26, at Sister Bathgate's, to Mr. and Mrs. Clem Nelson of 138 Duke-street. East Fremantle—a daughter (Audrey Margaret Annette). Both well. (reference)
1959 Anna Gryska, Kazimierz Gryska received their Naturalization Certificate. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1911 - 1915: Wynn, Thomas

1917: Scoble, Jonathon

1918: Dixon, John

1919 - 1921: Pearce, Leslie M.

1922 - 1923: Monteath, William

1924 - 1925: Rutherford, Ralph

1926: Bradford, William

1927 - 1928: Wright, Leslie

1929: Nelson, Edwin

1930 - 1932: Roberts, Alan G.

1933 - 1937: Nelson, Clem-1933 (nee Margaret Webb).

1938 - 1939: Stoddart, Jason

1940: Web, Robert G.

1941 - 1942: Smith, Ken

1943 - 1945: Ellet, Ron

1946 - 1947: Morrison, William

1949: Miller, Harry

1959: Gryska, Kazimierz and Anna

Doris, James McGlashan and Chrissie Monteath c 1929

62 Duke Street

62 Duke Street (early building pamphlets)

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64 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

64 Duke Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Federation with Gothic Influences

No. 60 - 64 (previously was no. 136-140) Duke Street is a triplex constructed in rendered masonry with gabled corrugated iron roofs. It is a fine expression of the Federation Bungalow style applied to a triplex. They have matching bull-nose roof verandahs supported on timber posts. The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

1916 Death on October 16 (suddenly), at 140 Duke-street, East Fremantle, John Richard, the dearly beloved son of John and Nellie Bradbury, aged 4 years. (reference)
1920 Death on March 5, at 140 Duke-street, East Fremantle, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Waltham, aged six weeks. (Privately interred Fremantle Cemetery). (reference)
1924 In Memoriam. Jackson.—In loving memory of my dear Dad, who passed away on September 26, 1922. In our memory loved for ever. Inserted by his loving daughter and son-in-law, Lily and Alwyn Longbottom, 140 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1935 Easter competition. Second prize. Useful Round Cake Tin has been awarded to Mrs. M. Woods, 140 Duke-street, East Fremantle, who sent in a number of recipes for Dainty Biscuits. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1910: Percy, Marshall

1911: Odgers, Charles

1912 - 1913: Thomson, Jonathon

1914 - 1917: Bradbury, Jonathon

1918 - 1919: Kenny, Jason

1920: Howe, Alexander W.

1921: Millray, Charles H.

1922 - 1923: Charles, John

1924: Beard, Percy M.

1925: Longbottom, Allen

1926: Wood, William

1927: Vacant

1928 - 1934: Grieves, William

1935 - 1939: Woods, George

1940: Capel, Mrs Rita

1941: Heaves, Percy

1942 - 1945: Stanton, Reginald W.

1946 - 1947: Higgs, Harry

1949: Shaw, Conrad E.

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66 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Late Victorian / Early Federation Villa with Queen Anne Influences

No. 66 (previously was no. 142) Duke Street is a single-storey house in random course limestone and brick construction with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. A broken back roofed verandah spans part of the front facade.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

1911 Gingerbread. Put a cup of treacle, a quarter pound of butter and cup of milk into a saucepan. Put it on the fire, but do not boil. Stir till dissolved, then pour into a basin, into which has been sifted three cups of flour, a tablespoonful of ginger, a teaspoonful of carbonate of soda and a pinch of salt. Mix well; pour into a well-buttered, deep baking tin, and bake for about three-quarters of an hour. Mrs. Pridham, 142 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1916 Birth on April 20, at 142 Duke-street East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. J. B. W. Pridham—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1921 Birth on December 7, at 142 Duke-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Ivo McKenzie Reid—a daughter (Shirley Louise). (reference)
1938 Death on February 28, at his residence, Ballantrae, 142 Duke-street, East Fremantle, James Gilbert, beloved husband of Lillian Marshall, and loving father of Gilbert, Nell (Mrs. H. Woodruffe), William, Lillian, Hector, Leslie and Alan Marshall; aged 74 years. (reference )
1943 The Friends of the late Mr. Philip John Clarkson, of 66 Duke-street, East Fremantle, are respectfully informed that his remains will be interred in the Methodist portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1910 - 1921: Pridham, Jason B.

1922: Reid, Ivo McKenzie

1923: Cooper, Mrs. Elizabeth

1924 - 1926: Rankin, Harold

1927 - 1938: Marshall, Jason

1939 - 1942: Marshall, Mrs Lillian

1943 - 1949: Bennett, Phillip

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67 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter / Post-War Austerity / Domestic Carpenter

No. 67 (previously was no. 151) Duke Street is a single house of timber framing and fibro cement cladding with a gabled corrugated-iron roof. Later additions are evident to the rear. It is a simple expression of the Post World War II Austerity Bungalow style with later modifications to the front windows.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

The Earnshaw family lived at the house from 1906 until 1949.

1939 Funeral. Mr. Abraham (Ernie) Earnshaw (1868- 1939) of 67 Duke-street, East Fremantle was born at Bendigo, Victoria. He came to Western Australia in 1892 and for 42 years lived in East Fremantle. Mr. Earnshaw was a member of the Fremantle Lumpers' Union, and on retirement was made a life member. He was interested in the North Fremantle Football club, and a member of the East Fremantle Bowling Club. He was also a member and a past Chief Ruler of the Good Endeavour Lodge Tent No. 4 I.O.R. He was of bright and cheerful disposition and made many friends in the district. He left a wife, four sons and six grandchildren. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1940: Earnshaw, Abraham

1941 - 1949: Earnshaw, Mrs. Mary

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69 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Inter-War Domestic Carpenter / Austerity

No. 69 (previously was no. 153) Duke Street is a single-storey cottage of timber framing, corrugated sheeting and weatherboard cladding. The place has a gambrel decramastic roof and later additions to the rear. It is a simple expression of the Federation Inter-War style with later modifications that have changed its appearance.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

1914 Birth on October 19, at 153 Duke-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. John Graeff—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1919 General News. Members of the Fremantle women's branch of the Red Cross Society invite all members wishing to take part in the peace celebration procession to be held in Perth to communicate with the secretary Mrs. Stanton, 153 Duke-street East Fremantle. (reference)
1925 Birth on July 17, to Mr. and Mrs. J. Graeff, of 153 Duke-street, East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1932 Birth on November 30, at 153 Duke-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Ericson—a daughter (Anna Welma Joyce). Both well. (reference)
1946 Death on December 25, at Fremantle, Hilda Agnes, loving sister and sister-in-law of Margaret and Harry Barwise, of 69 Duke-street, East Fremantle, devoted aunt of Barbara and Leon. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1914 - 1917: Graeff, Jonathon

1918: Cole, William

1919 - 1920: Stanton, Charles A.

1921: Hough, Robert

1922 - 1932: Graeff, Jonathon

1933 - 1942: Erickson, John O.

1943 - 1949: Barwise, Harry E.

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70 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

70 Duke Street (map)

ARCHITECTURE

Late Federation / Inter-War / Bungalow with Georgian Influences

No. 70 (previously was no. 152) Duke Street is a single-storey cottage constructed in rendered masonry with a hipped corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style but has been substantially remodelled. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with French doors in lieu of windows flanking the front door. The facade features a full-width skillion roofed verandah supported on Tuscan columns set over masonry piers.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

1906 Poultry, pets etc (newspaper advertisement) - Pen silver wyandottes, four hens and rooster. Also black Orpington Rooster, 7s 6d. Vine, 152 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1924 The Friends of the late Mrs. Amelia Elizabeth Downer, relic of the late Mr. Samuel Thomas Downer, and dearly beloved mother of Henry (of Perenjori), Florence (Mrs. Clapp, Melbourne), Arthur (Subiaco), Amy (Mrs. O. J. Bryan, Bunbury), Ethel (Mrs. H. Ihlan, Fremantle), are respectfully invited to follow her remains to the place of interment, the Anglican portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave her late residence, 152 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1932 The engagement is announced of Dorothy, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ihlan, 152 Duke-street, East Fremantle, to Harold, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin, The Lloyds, Shropshire, England. (reference)
See Mr. Hermann G. Ihlans 1907 naturalization papers held in the National Archives: (reference)
1949 Death on January 15, result of accident, Norman, nephew of the late Mr. Kestel, cousin of Terry, Kevin and Dennis Kestel, 70 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Ireland, of 18 Nelson-street, South Fremantle, have pleasure in announcing the engagement of their only daughter, Margaret Agnes, to Terry, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Swan and the late Mr. E. Kestel, of 70 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1951 Engagement. Mr. and Mrs. Swan, of 70 Duke-street, East Fremantle, wish to announce the engagement of their only daughter, Alice Elaine, to Robert, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Nicol, of 78 Glyde-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1952 Mr. and Mrs. Guy Passmore, of 72 South-street, Fremantle, have much pleasure in announcing the engagement of their only daughter, Veronica Ellen (Bonnie), to Ronald Edward, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Swan, of 70 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1910 - 1912: Anderson, Harry H.

1913 - 1925: Downer, Samuel T.

1926 - 1934: Ihlan, Herman G.

1935 - 1943: Kestel, Ernest

1944 - 1949: Swan, Harry J.

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71 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Domestic Carpenter with Queen Anne Influences

No. 71 (previously was no. 159) Duke Street is a single-storey cottage constructed in timber framing and fibrous cement cladding with a hipped and gabled decramastic roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a thrust gable bay and a part-width skillion roofed verandah.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

1911 Auctions. September 21. At 159 Duke-Street, East Fremantle. Harry Wilson and Co. have been favoured with instructions from Mr. W. Coulthard, to Sell, as above— Household Furniture, including lounge, chairs, curtains, occ. tables, pictures, Singer D.H. Sewing Machine, stretchers, double bed, Chests of Drawers, child's cot, washstands, office table, Ice-Chest, chairs, meat safe, linoleums, dressers, crockery, kit. utensils, etc. An Argyll 10-12 H.P. Twin Cylinder Car. (reference)
1913 Nestle's Chocolate Wrapper Competition. Watches have been Awarded to...Miss Marie James, and Miss Vera James, 159 Duke-st., East Fremantle. (reference)
1914 159 Duke-street, East Fremantle. Dear Auntie Nell.—It is a long time since I wrote to you last. We have shifted from Fremantle to East, and it is much nicer in East Fremantle than in Fremantle. There are some workers' homes going up not very far from our place. We are having our exam soon, and I hope to get a pass into a higher standard. I am in the third now, and if I pass I will be in the fourth.—In conclusion, I remain your loving nephew. Kevin Smith. (reference)

AIF 1917, Alexander Swinton (Regimental number 4390) Occupation Plumber, 71 Duke Street, Married, Age at embarkation 30. Next of kin Mrs J. Swinton.

1926 Cycle registration. No. 1747: Noel G. Lawrence, 159 Duke-street, East Fremantle, Dot and sidecar. (reference)
1941 Funeral Notice. The Friends of Mr. Henry Charles Pithouse, of 26 Duke-street, East Fremantle, and Ships' Watchman, Coastal Docks, Rivers and Harbour Works' Union, are respectfully informed that the remains of his late dearly beloved wife, Florence Susan, will be interred in the Congregational portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral will leave the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. G. Lawrence, 71 Duke- street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1941 Funeral Notice. The Friends of the late Mrs. Edith Elizabeth Lawrence, widow of the late Joseph Henry Lawrence, are respectfully informed that her remains will be interred in the Church of England portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral will leave the residence of her son, Mr. Noel G. Lawrence, 71 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909: Brady, John

1911 - 1912: Coulthard, Walter R.

1913: Arnold, Jonathon R.

1914: James, Charles T.

1915: Smith, Michael H.

1916 - 1920: Lockhart, Jonathon

1921 - 1941: Lawrence, Mrs Edith E.

1942 - 1949: Lawrence, Noel G.

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73 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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ARCHITECTURE

Late Victorian / Early Federation / Georgian Influences

No. 73 (previously was no. 165) Duke Street is a single-storey house in random course limestone and brick construction with a hipped ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central door flanked by windows. The facade features a full-width bull-nosed roofed verandah on timber posts.

HISTORY

1920 Kalamunda Disaster. Any friends or well-wishers of the victims in the above disaster who wish to contribute towards the East Fremantle effort in aid of same can send their mite either to Mrs. D. Hicks, 165 Duke-street, East Fremantle, or to the treasurer, Mr. Will C. Sweet, secretary East Fremantle R.S.L. (reference)
1927 Winning number Wristlet Watch. No. 318. Won by J. Brady, 165 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1935 Death on January 21, at his residence, 165 Duke-street, East Fremantle, Francis Thomas, dearly beloved husband of Davina, beloved father of Francis Thomas John and Margaret Davina (Peggy), loved brother of Ernest, Robert, Florence (Mrs. Lemons), Queenie (Mrs Welby), and Opie (deceased); fond son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. J. Brady; aged 55 years. (reference)
1938 Death on October 22, at 165 Duke-street, East Fremantle, Margaret Ann Brady, beloved wife of John Brady, loved mother of Davina (Mrs. Hicks), grandmother of Frank, Peggy and Jessie, and great-grandmother of Loris Joy; aged 82 years. (reference)
1942 Death on June 19, at 73 Duke-street, East Fremantle, John Brady, widower of the late Margaret Brady, loved father of Davina Hicks, loved grandfather of Frank and Peggy (Mrs. Harken), fond great-grandfather of Loris and Allan; aged 83 years. (reference)

1953 - 1955 ‘‘I used to knock around with a John Harken who lived down the street from me at 73 Duke Street. I think John might have been a year or two older than me, so I suppose you might say he was the “ringleader”. I can remember playing in boats that were moored to the jetties down on the river, having old chaps roaring at us to get out of the boats. I don’t know about John, but I couldn’t swim and it also beats me as to how we crossed Canning Highway… Another one of our jaunts/escapades was taunting the “prop men” who meandered down Marmion Street. The “prop men” were usually down on their luck types, troubled returned servicemen, vagrants and some would just say “bums” who used to hawk these cut down trees of about 2 to 2½ metres in length for ladies to prop up their washing line so that the drying laundry wouldn’t drag in the dirt. As they usually had a few of these props on their backs/shoulders they couldn’t do much to the little rag tags taunting them and running around them yelling out “Prop man”, “Prop man” as they’d lose their load…John Harken’s father (Allen Matthew Harken; wife Margaret Divina Harken) could have been a train driver/railway employee or a Prison Warder…” correspondence from Raymond Morris 2019.

RESIDENTS

1909: Muller, Richard

1910 - 1929: Brady, John and Margaret

1930 - 1949: Hicks, Francis and Davinia

1950’s Harken, Allen Mathew and Margaret

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74 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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Architecture

Federation Bungalow

No. 74 (previously was no. 160) Duke Street is a single-storey cottage of timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. There are later additions to the rear. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

1928 In Memoriam. In sad but loving memory of Lyle Stanley, the dear son of Maurice and Mary Caldwell, fond brother of Maurice, George, Jack (deceased), Alex, Arnold, Maisie and Olive, who died result of injuries received on Stirling and High-streets, Fremantle, January 29, 1928. Aged 15½ years.
“Every night as the sun goes west,
We long for the boy we loved so well;
Called away from those who loved him,
Plucked like a flower in bloom.
So young, so bright, so happy;
Yet called away too soon.
Some may think you are forgotten, Lyle,
When they see us smile;
But one can never know the broken heart
That is hidden all the while”.
Inserted by his sorrowing parents, M. and M. Caldwell, East Perth. (reference)
1928 Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Caldwell and Family, of 160 Duke-street, East Fremantle, desire to thank their many kind friends and relations for letters, telegrams, cards and personal expressions of sympathy, floral and artificial tributes in their sudden sad bereavement; the Fremantle branch of A.L.P, the women's branch of A.L.P., the Hospital Auxiliary, Coastal Breweries' Union, Castlemaine Brewery Employees, Castlemaine Brewery Cricket Club, J. and W. Bateman, Ltd., Fremantle. They also wish to thank Drs. Baker, Tapper, and Kerr, and nursing staff of surgical ward of Fremantle Hospital, for the untiring attention to their dear son, Lyle Stanley. (reference)
1938 Western Australian Locomotive Engine Drivers, Firemen and Cleaners' Union.—The Members of the above Union are respectfully requested to attend the Funeral of our late Member, Mr. Charles Herbert Harry. The Funeral is appointed to leave his late residence, 160 Duke-street, East Fremantle,Tuesday at 3.45 o'clock, arriving at the Fremantle Cemetery at 4.5 o'clock. (reference)
1953 Death on Oct. 11, at Fremantle Hospital, Gertrude Florence Harry, dearly beloved wife of the late Charles Herbert Harry, of 74 Duke-street, East Fremantle, dearly loved mother of Phyllis (Mrs. Lethridge), Irene (Mrs. C. Smith), May (Mrs. D. Cooper), Bill, Joyce (Mrs. T. Clayton) and Bert, fond mother-in-law of Toby, Clayton, Des, Olive and Theo, loved grandmother of ten grandchildren. At rest. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1915: Cross, Mrs A.

1916: Mathews, Alfred

1917: Smith, Herbert S.

1918: Cowie, Jason C.

1919: Pritchard, Henry T.

1920: Trauan, Herbert

1921 - 1924: Locke, A.

1925 - 1928: Caldwell, Maurice William

1933 - 1938: Harry, Charles H.

1939 - 1949: Harry, Mrs Gertrude

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75 Duke Street

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Architecture

Inter-War Porch House Bungalow with Federation Influences.

No. 75 (previously was no. 167) Duke Street is a single-storey cottage constructed of timber framing, weatherboard and fibro cladding with a hipped corrugated iron roof. There are later additions to the rear. It is a simple expression of the Post-World War II Bungalow style.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

HISTORY

1933 For Sale: Chrysler 52, 4-wheel brakes, excellent condition, good appearance, used privately £85 or near offer, terms. 75 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1936 Enrollment in Army of Kenneth Stanley Saunders: Service Number - 81100, Date of birth - 26 Apr 1911, Next of Kin - Christopher James Saunders, 132 Duke St. (reference)
1942 Birth on July 19, at Nurse Bathgate's Private Hospital, East Fremantle, to Ken (RAAF, Busselton) and Mrs. Ursula. E. Saunders, of 75 Duke-street, East Fremantle—a daughter. Both well. (reference)
1947 Death on April 13, at Fremantle, Kenneth Stanley Saunders, dearly beloved husband of Ursula Edith Saunders, of 75 Duke-street, East Fremantle, and loving father of Josephine and Lynette; aged 35 years. (reference )
1947 Public Notices. Kenneth Saunders formerly a member (No. 81100) of the Royal Australian Air Force but late of 75 Duke street East Fremantle, Baker's Employee. (reference)
1951 Josephine Saunders (75 Duke-street, East Fremantle) would like Aboriginal Tribes and Customs cards in exchange Famous People and Places cards. (reference)
1951 Josephine Saunders (75 Duke-street, East Fremantle): Greetings from the Junior Club! (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909: Irving, Harry

1910 - 1926: Muller, Richard

1927 - 1938: Kenneth Saunders (b. 1911 - d. 1947)

1940 - 1942: Not Listed

1943 - 1944: Saunders, Kenneth S

1945: Vacant

1946 - 1949: Saunders, Mrs Lillian (d. 1967)

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76 Duke Street

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76 Duke Street (map)

Architecture

Federation Gable Domestic Carpenter

No. 76 (previously was no. 162) Duke Street is a single-storey house constructed of timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. There are later additions to the rear. It is an unusual simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style with an ‘L’ shaped plan that runs deep into the site. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full-width return bull-nose roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on turned timber posts with post brackets.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

AIF 1916, Frederick William Ablett (Regimental number 307) Occupation Wood Machinist, 76 Duke Street, East Fremantle, Married, Age at embarkation 32. Next of kin Mrs Mary Letetia Ablett.

1919 Interesting Stories Mrs. L. E. Ferridge, of 162 Duke-street, Fremantle, has received an intimation that her son, Battery Sergeant-Major W. X Ferridge, has been awarded the D.C.M. for conspicuous services. (reference)
1930 The Friends of the late Mrs. Margaret Mayhew, dearly beloved mother of Winifred (Mrs. Back, of 162 Duke-street, East Fremantle), are respectfully notified that her remains will be privately interred in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Fremantle. (reference)
1936 Steamed Golden Pudding. Rub 3 tablespoons dripping into ½lb plain flour, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 of golden syrup. Heat 1 cup of milk and mix 1 teaspoon of carbonate of soda in it, and add to dry ingredients. Steam three hours, and serve with custard sauce.—Mrs. W. Hewton, 162 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1947 The Fremantle and District Philatelic Society was launched at a small but enthusiastic meeting of collectors which was held at the Congregational Church Hall, Adelaide-street, Fremantle, on January 8. From the 16 present, the following were elected to office: President Mr. W. J. Wilson; secretary, Miss J. Hewton (76 Duke-street, East Fremantle). (reference)
1949 Death on December 6, at her late residence, 70 East-street, East Fremantle, Lilian, dearly beloved mother and mother-in-law of Wynne and Bill Hewton, 76 Duke street, East Fremantle, loved grandmother of Jean, Valma, Wynne and Maxine. (reference)
1951 Death on May 6, at Fremantle, Wynne May, dearly beloved and loving wife of William Stephen Hewton, of 76 Duke-street, East Fremantle, darling mother of Jean (Mrs. W. S. Bayliss, Morawa), Valma (Mrs. J. D'Alton, Fremantle), Wynne and Maxine. (reference)
1951 Fremantle Districts Philatelic Society: The Members of the above Society are respectfully requested to attend the Funeral of the late Mrs. Wynne May Hewton, dearly beloved wife of our Member, Mr. Bill Hewton and loved mother of our Foundation Secretary Jean. (reference)

Post Office Directory

1911: Mulcahy, Thomas

1912: Lennon, Jonathon

1913 - 1916: Jaques, Edward G.

1917: Alford, Mrs. J.

1918 - 1919: Ferridge, Walter

1920 - 1923: Briddick, William H. T.

1925 - 1932: Back, Mrs. W. M.

1933 - 1937: Houton, William

1938 - 1951: Hewton, William

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77 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

77 Duke Street (map)

Architecture

Late Victorian / Early Federation / Georgian Influences

No. 77 (previously was no. 169) Duke Street is a single-storey house in painted masonry with a hipped ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central door flanked by windows. The facade features a full-width bull-nose roofed verandah on timber posts with a deep timber frieze and post brackets.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

AIF 1917, George Watts Irving (Regimental number 1160) Occupation Clerk, Single, Age at embarkation 21. Next of kin Father, Harry Irving, 169 Duke st, East Fremantle, Western Australia.

1929 Prize recipe of Gingerbread Sponge & Gooseberry Sponge awarded to Mrs. N. Irving. (reference)
1929 Mrs. N. Irving receives honorable mention in the Sunday Times for her Orange Delight, Pineapple Delight and Ringed Pineapple Cream. (reference)
1944 On January 26, at her residence, 77 Duke-street, East Fremantle, Ellen Irving, loving wife of Harry Irving, devoted mother of Lena (Mrs P. Davey), George and Edward (Ted): aged 75 years. Loving sister of the late Bertha Roberts, Sister-in-law of William, and loved aunt of Irene, Dorothy, Lena, Ted and Nancy. Grandmother of Joyce (Mrs Toop) and Sid, Doss (Mrs Clarke) and Allen, and great-grandmother of Allen and Brian, Grandmother of Iris (Mrs Lunne Garner) and Eric. (reference)

Residents

1913 - 1949: Irving, Harry

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79 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

79 Duke Street (map)

Architecture

Post-War Austerity Bungalow

No. 79 Duke Street is a single-storey cottage constructed of timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. There are later additions to the rear. It is a simple expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a full-width return skillion roofed verandah supported on timber posts.

History

Research on the history of this property is currently under way by the Museum of Perth in partnership with the Town of East Fremantle. If you have any stories or information about this property, please contribute it in the comments below.

RESIDENTS

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80 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

80 Duke Street (map)

Architecture

Federation Gabled Domestic Carpenter

No. 80 (previously was no. 170) Duke Street is a single-storey cottage constructed in timber framing and weatherboard cladding with a gabled corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The facade features a full-width bull-nose roofed verandah. The verandah is supported on timber posts with post brackets. There is a large carport to the south and additions to the rear.

History

‘'My great aunt Alice Elizabeth Sievers (nee Cox) born in St Leonard’s Victoria in 1868 resided in this property with her husband Nicholas Sievers, (b 1865) Indented Head, Victoria from 1905 to 1909 (or 1913). Their children were all born in the Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria apart from the twins who were born in WA in 1902:
Nicholas (1885-1901), Ferdinand (1888-1905), Alice (1890 (m Shurman)- 1914), Irene (1893 (m Smith)- 1963)- Twins Edwin and Otto (born and died 1902). My understanding is that Nicholas Sievers was recruited from Victoria to utilise his skills in wharf building at Fremantle’' (Correspondence from Robert Cox 2019).

AIF 1916, Stanleigh John Brune (Regimental number 418) Occupation Farmer, 80 Duke Street, East Fremantle, Western Australia, Single, Age at embarkation 22. Next of kin sister, Mrs. Caroline Hogan NAA Record AIF Record

1918 Birth on December 18, at their residence, 170 Duke-street, East Fremantle, to Mr. and Mrs. Victor J. L. Hawkins, a son (Maurice James Leonard). Both well. (reference)
1922 Auctions. No. 170 Duke-Street, East Fremantle. Learmonth, Duffy and Co. have received instructions from the Owners to Offer for Sale by Public Auction: Lot 495 of Swan Loc. 70, with 40 ft. frontage to Duke-st., by a depth of 163 ft. Improvements comprise a single-fronted WB cottage of 4 rooms and back and front verandahs. This property is close to the Marmion-st tram; and is sewered. Terms: £75 cash; balance by weekly instalments of 20s, without interest. (reference)
1931 In The Supreme Court Of Western Australia. Probate Jurisdiction. In the Matter of the Estate of Mary Ann Cable late of the Salvation Army Aged Women's Retreat 1 Harvest-road North Fremantle and formerly of 170 Duke-street East Fremantle and Esperance and Hampton Plains in the said State- Widow deceased intestate. (reference)
1932 For Sale: WB Cottage, 170 Duke-street. Contains 4 rooms, with verandahs front and backs Land 61 s 206.2 links. Price £200. (reference)
1934 For Sale: Gas Griller, Carpet Runner, 9 yards, brass ends, Double Bedstead, complete. 170 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1913: Sievers, Nicholas D.

1914: Sowden, William J. R.

1915: Bradbury, Jonathon

1916 - 1917: Hogan, Daniel J.

1918: Sullivan, Thomas F.

1919: Hawkins, Victor J. L.

1920: Halfpenny, Arthur J.

1921: Beard, John

1922: Vacant

1923 - 1924: Back, Mrs W. M.

1925: Haynes, Ernest

1926 - 1928: Gilduff, Edward Young

1929 - 1932: Armstrong, Raymond J.

1933 - 1941: Meo, William B.

1942 - 1947: Farmer, William

1949: Clayton, Theodore

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82 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

82 Duke Street (map)

Architecture

Federation Georgian Bungalow

No. 82 (previously was no. 176) Duke Street is a single-storey house constructed in brick with a hipped ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The facade features a full-width skillion roofed verandah on timber posts with post brackets.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

1938 Kitchen, Bathroom Gutted. The Kitchen and bathroom of a residence at 176 Duke-street, East Fremantle, were completely destroyed by fire shortly after noon today. The house, owned and occupied by William Henry Hames, and his wife, was uninsured. When the Fremantle fire brigade arrived a few minutes after noon the weatherboard back verandah, where the kitchen and bath-room were situated, was burning fiercely. Running out a line of hose, the brigade soon had the fire under control and saved the four brick rooms. It is thought that the blaze may have been caused by a spark from the kitchen stove. The occupants, an elderly couple, went into Fremantle about 10 a.m. today and were both absent when the fire occurred, Mrs. Hames returning home alone after it had been extinguished. Her husband had gone to the interstate football. (reference)
1941 Etta Cathryn, of 82 Duke-street, East Fremantle, eldest daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. Henry Grant, to Jack, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Gillham, Forrest-street East Fremantle. (reference)
1943 Death on March 13, at Leighton (as result of an accident), Etta, dearly beloved wife of Jack Gillham, of Duke-street, East Fremantle, dearly beloved daughter of Mrs. Mary and the late Henry Grant (East Fremantle), loved pal of Chris, Ronald and Gloria, fond daughter-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. G. Gillham, Fremantle East, fond sister-in-law of Sheila Grant, Alf and Gwen Gillham (East FremantIe), and Connie and Jose Prosser (Palmyra); aged 25 years. (reference)
1943 The Friends of Mr. William Henry Hames, of 82 Duke-street, East Fremantle, are respectfuIly informed that the remains of his late dearly beloved wife, Mahalah (Ala), will be interred in the Church of Christ portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1922: Ockford, Thomas A.

1923 - 1949: Hames, William H.

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83 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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Architecture

Federation Georgian Bungalow

No. 83 (previously was no. 175) Duke Street is a single-storey house constructed in brick with a hipped ‘M’ format corrugated iron roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The facade features a full-width skillion roofed verandah on timber posts with post brackets. There are additions to the rear.

History

1929 My Little Message. To All Boys and Girls. New Members. ...Joyce May, 175 Duke-street East Fremantle… (reference)
1935 Fremantle East, 13C Marmion-st., facing trotting grounds, 3 rooms, conveniences. 10/6 week. Key 175 Duke-st. (reference)
1953 Motor, Vehicles, etc. Bedford 1935 panel Van, £230. Sat. only. 175 Duke-st., Scarborough. BL1599. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1920: Vacant

1921 - 1949: May, Arthur H.

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84 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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Architecture

Late Victorian / Early Federation Gabled Skillion Domestic Carpenter

No. 84 (previously was no. 180) Duke Street is single-storey cottage constructed of timber framing and jarrah weatherboard cladding with a gabled corrugated iron roof. There are skillion and gabled roof additions to the rear. The original section of the house is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central door flanked by windows. The facade features a full-width skillion roofed verandah supported on timber posts.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

1929 Funeral. The Friends of the late Mrs. Ann Duncan, dearly beloved wife of Mr. Benjamin Duncan, are respectfully invited to follow her remains to the place of interment, the Wesleyan portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave her late residence, No. 180 Duke-street, East Fremantle… (reference)
1929 Bereavement Notice. Mr. B. Duncan, of 180 Duke-street, East Fremantle, wishes to thank friends for their testimonies of regard for his late beloved wife, Ann Duncan, in the shape of telegrams, flowers and letters of sympathy, and especially to thank Mrs. Irvine, Mrs. Holme and Miss Heal and asks that they accept this as the only intimation. (reference)
1931 "The Daily News". Club New Members: No. 133. L. Creighton, 180 Duke-street, East Fremantle, medium collector, correspondence desired with other members. (reference)
1944 Death on October 17, Michael James Coughlin (aged 53), of 84 Duke-street, East Fremantle, died as the result of an accidental drowning at Fremantle. He was husband of Ivy and father of Mick, Jean, Ivy and Bill. (reference)
1949 Flats. The following 20 families were granted occupancy of flats (converted army huts) by the State Housing Commission last month: Hilton Park East: D. E. G. Dewhurst, 84 Duke-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1975 6/75—Re Arthur William Kay, of 84 Duke Street, East Fremantle, wool storeman (10.1.75). (reference)
1980 6/75—Re Arthur William Kay, of 84 Duke Street, East Fremantle (11.1.80). (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1941: Duncun, Benjamin

1942 - 1943: Bird, W. W.

1944: Coughlan, Michael

1945 - 1946: Coughlan, Mrs Ivy

1947 - 1949: Dawhurst, D. L.

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85 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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Architecture

Inter-War Bungalow Porch House

No. 85 (previously was no. 185) Duke Street is a single-storey house constructed of rendered masonry with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. Later additions are located to the rear. It is a simple expression of the Inter-War Bungalow style.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

1945 Deaths - In loving memory of our dear Father and Mother. Emma Casey, who died December 21, 1925; also our dear Father, John Jeremiah. Always remembered by their loving daughter - Emma (Morawa). (reference)

Residents

1939 - 1941: Casey, Mrs Thelma

1942 - 1949: Casey, Mrs Emma

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86 Duke Street

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ARchitecture

Federation Villa with Queen Anne Influences

No. 86 (previously was no. 182) Duke Street is a single-storey house constructed in brick and rendered brick with a hipped and gabled corrugated iron roof. It is a rich expression of the Federation Cottage Ornée style. The front elevation is asymmetrically planned with a gabled bay complete with polygonal bay windows and elaborate bargeboards.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

1939 Death on December 16, at Fremantle, Joseph Eather Pryke of 86 Duke street, East Fremantle, husband of the late Margaret Matilda Pryke, and loving father of Berry (Mrs. O. L. Davies) and Olive (Mrs. W. Farmer); aged 69 years. (reference)
1951 Death on June 7 at Fremantle, Charles Chambers, of 86 Duke-street, East Fremantle, husband of the late Catherine Chambers; aged 75 years. The Rev. H. W. Farman conducted a private service in the Methodist portion of the Fremantle Cemetery. (reference)

RESIDENTS

1909 - 1910: Harris, Robert (W.A. Brushware Coy Ltd, Manager)

1911 - 1912: Skeggs, Charles

1913: Boylen, Robert

1914 - 1918: Davey, Percy J.

1919 - 1920: Bancroft, William

1921 - 1922: Thompson, George

1923 - 1925: Lewis, Mrs H.

1926: Masters, Richard

1927: Brooke, Bertram

1928: Edmiston, Robert

1929 - 1931: Smith, Jack

1935: Anderson,Herman

1936 - 1937: Franke, Ernest F.

1938: O’Halloran, Mrs Nellie

1939 - 1941: Farmer, William

1942 - 1949: Bennett, Thomas M.

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87 Duke Street

January 1, 2019

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Architecture

Post-War, Gable Domestic Carpenter with Austerity Influences

No. 87 (previously was no. 187) Duke Street is a single house constructed of timber framing and fibro cement cladding with a gabled corrugated iron roof. There are later additions to the rear.

The place is consistent with the pattern of development in Plympton and plays an important role in the pattern of development of a working class suburb.

History

1941 Death on June 6, at Claremont, Patrick Lynch, formerly of 87 Duke-street, East Fremantle, husband of the late Mary Jane Lynch, dearly beloved father of Joseph and Evelyn (Mrs. H. Leverett); fond brother of Joseph, Annie (Mrs Keating) and the late Michael (Collie): and brother in-law of Isobel; grandfather of Jack Leverett Molly and Charlie Lynch; aged 68 years. RIP (reference)