James Alfred Cock was born in Tredegar, Monmouthshire in Wales on the 17th December 1850. He was the eldest son of Joseph Cock and Ann nee Wherry. In 1870, at aged 19yrs, he embarked from Plymouth Devon England on the ship the Colonial Empire to Victoria, arriving in Melbourne in October of 1870. He gave […]
Frederick Thomas Bryant – grave tales
28/08/2021 By Leave a Comment
When photographing old graves it is often found that some parts of the memorial are missing or damaged, but in the case of Frederick Thomas Bryant’s grave, there has been something added. The above photograph was taken c1902 and shows a fascinating and very early view of the Kalgoorlie Cemetery Methodist Section, grave 1432. Note […]
Tragedy at Lakeside – grave tales
14/08/2021 By Leave a Comment
Kalgoorlie Miner 6 May 1922, page 5 As far as can be ascertained, no one actually witnessed the accident which resulted in George Lyall Luscombe, aged 19yrs, losing his life by being run over by a wood train on the Lakeside line, near the 52-mile siding, at 5.30 a.m. on Thursday. It is known that […]
Kanowna’s Boy Hero – James Sexton
31/07/2021 By Leave a Comment
To rescue a fellow mortal from a watery grave, from a burning building, or under other exceptional circumstances requires the display of personal bravery and lack of regard for the safety of the rescuer. To risk all, to and to face death to save a mate, is often heard of. These deeds are rewarded by […]
When Temperance Issues Raged
31/07/2021 By Leave a Comment
When Temperance Issues Raged: Scottish Masonic Lodge Mossgiel No. 902 S.C. was there to help fight the battle. Temperance is described as abstinence from consuming alcohol: Without wanting to moralise in any way, there is no doubt that alcohol has, does, and will continue to contribute to human misery through the coming years. Countless societal […]
