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Lyle's marriage to Vida Mary VICKERS
Family hearsay reports that, when in England convalescing from a wound in the arm, Lyle married Vida Mary VICKERS on 15 February 1917 (GRO ref: Bourne 7a 542).
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Marriage solemnised at the Abbey Church
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| When married | Name and Surname | Age | Condition | Rank or Profession |
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| 15th Feby 1917 | Lyle Aubrey Blackman | 26 | Bachelor | Soldier | Durrington Wilts | William Blackman | Farmer |
| No. 156 | Vida Mary Vickers | 26 | Spinster | Bourne | Robert Vickers | Church officer | |
| Married in the
Parish Church according to the
Rites and Ceremonies of the
Church of England by licence by me
H Cotton, Vicar The marriage } Lyle Aubrey Blackman in the } Maggie Heywood was solemnised } Vida Mary Vickers Presence } between us } of us } C.S. Ellis Capt |
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Above: Lyle and Vida's marriage certificate. Durrington is a settlement on the eastern edge of Salisbury Plain and near the Larkhill Military Camp. In Australia the marriage was announced in the local papers by the respective families There is no record of Captain CS Ellis in Bean, Austin, Nominal Roll of AIF or National Archives of Australia.
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AIF marriage form dated 01 May 1918.
The form confirms her birth in Melbourne and that she and Lyle were married in Bourne, Lincolnshire. West Farm, Bourne, Lincolnshire, is not shown on the 1887 or 1906 6" maps. Their only child, Margery Joyce, was born at West Farm Bourne 1 on 20 May 1918 (GRO: ref Bourne 7a 498) Source: Lyle Blackman's service record NAA ref: B2455 page 52 |
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At the time of Lyle's wedding the 8/Bn was out of the line at Bozentin-le-Petit, near Pozieres, on working duties before moving back in to the line at the end of the month. There is no record, in the February War Diary of Lyle being on leave. He was posted to England or was on leave there between:
Lyle's service record reports that he was hospitalised in:
What was Vida doing in England and how did they meet and who were the mysterious Mrs Williamson and Mrs Heywood in Bourne? Three problems yet to be resolved.
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Vida arrived in London on 01 February 1917 on the P.&O.S.N. Coy'
s RMS Kaisar-I-Hind (Official number 128653) of 11429 tonnes, which was en voyage from
Sydney to London. Vida joined the ship at Melbourne as a spinster.
Left: Kaisar-I-Hind in 1914 |
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| Above: A composite image of Vida's passenger list entry |
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| Above: A Map location 1 High Street, circled red, in Rippingale in 1905. The Bull Inn is number 3 High Street |
Grandmother Sarah WILLIAMSON died in the first three months of 1917 (GRO ref: Bourne 7a 472) , possibly whilst Veda was en route.
| Her intended destination was to Mrs Sarah WILLIAMSON of 1 High Street,
Rippingale, Bourne, Lincolnshire, which is 7 miles (11km) north of Bourne. It is suggested
that this is her maternal grandmother. The 1911 census records Sarah WILLIAMSON, a widow
aged 81, living at 1 High Street, Rippingale PE10 0SR with her sister Elizabeth HIND, both
pensioners born in Rippingale - see second name of Vida's brother David Hind VICKERS.
Rippingale is the inspiration for The Archers, BBC Radio 4's "every-day story of country folk", which is the world's longest-running soap opera. In its hey-day, upwards of 25 million tuned in - even today more than 5 million switch on to hear the latest story. |
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| Above: 1 High Street Rippingale in 2015. The Bull Inn is to the right. |
| The Argus Monday 16 April 1917 | The Ballarat
Courier Saturday 21 April 1917 |
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| MARRIAGES. BLACKMAN-VICKERS. On February 15, 1917, at Abbey Church, Bourne, Lincolnshire, England, Lieut. Lyle A. Blackman, 8th Battalion, A.I.F., youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Blackman, of Ballarat, to Vida M. Vickers, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Vickers, of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. |
MARRIAGES.
BLACKMAN-VICKERS.- On 15th February, at Abbey Church Bourne, Lincolnshire, England, Lieut Lyle A. Blackman, 8th Battalion A.I.F. youngest son of Mr and Mrs W. Blackman, Ballarat to Vida M. Vickers, only daughter of Mr and Mrs R. Vickers, Melbourne. |
The Argus of 05 June 1918 reports Margery Joyce's birth.
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| BIRTHS BLACKMAN (nee Vida Vickers).- On the 20th May, 1918, at West Farm, Bourne, Lincolnshire, England, the wife of Lieut. L. A. Blackman - a daughter. Both well. (By cable.) |
Vida's ancestry and life before marriage
The Melbourne Electoral Roll of 1914 lists Vida Mary VICKERS as living at 97 Russell Street in the Latrobe subdivision of Melbourne with her father Robert, a caretaker, mother Mary Ann and brother David Hind, a clerk. Until her departure in 1917 she is listed as having 'home duties'.
Robert Vickers Sarah Hind b.11feb1853 Kirby Underwood, Bourne, (GRO ref: Bourn 7a 286) | d.12feb1928 11 Malin Street, Kew, Melbourne m. | | m.3Qt1874 (GRO ref: Bourn 7a 505) ? Wilkinson | | Mary ann ======================================================== Martha Williamson Williamson b.3rdQt1876 (GRO ref: Bourn 7a 312) b.4thQt1852 (GRO ref: Bourne 7a 266) d.1stQt1948 (GRO ref N. Kesteven 3b 115) d......1939 | | m.2ndQt1900 (GRO ref: Bourne 7a 815) |============|============|============|============|========|| | Robert William John David Vida John richard (GRO ref: Bourn 7a 815) edward thomas barber hind mary Heywood b......1875 b......1876 b......1880 b......1880 b.21jun1891 b.2ndQt1876 (GRO ref: Lincoln 7a 517) d......1939 d.25oct1961 d......1881 d......1951 d.24may1974 d.1stQt1950 (GRO ref: Lincoln 3b 314)
The 1911 census confirms the marriage between Martha and John Richard Heywood and that the Maggie Heywood, a witness on the marriage certificate, was their daughter and Vida's cousin. Note: Ancestry transcribed the surname as Hegwood.
1911 Census: Sun/Mon 2nd April/3rd April 1911
Source: TNA Ref: RG14 Piece: 19759
Reg. Gen. Ref: RG78 PN ; En.Dist: 40; Sched:
RegDist: Lincoln SubDist: Lincoln Home
Dwelling: 6 Tempest Street
Place: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Rooms in dwelling, other than scullery, landing, lobby, closet, bathroom: 6
Years married: 11
Children: Alive 2, dead none
Name Rel Mar Age Occupation Status Birthplace
John Richard Heywood Head M 34 Engineer Clerk Worker Lincoln, Lincs
Martha Heywood Wife M 34 Rippingale, Lincs
Edward Richard Heywood Son 9 Laughton, Lincs
Margaret Constance Heywood Dau 5 Laughton, Lincs
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Left: 6 Tempest Street Lincoln home of the Haywoods |
The Australian Electoral Roll 1903-1977, available on Ancestry, Vida and her family and their occupations as:
The Table Talk Journal confirms Vida attended University High School 2
| Table Talk Thursday 14 September 1911 |
| UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL OLD COLLEGIANS' DANCE |
| A bright and very successful dance, conducted by the past students of the University
High School, was held at the Oddfellows' Hall, Victoria street, on Wednesday evening,
September 6. The cosy little hall was very attractively decorated with festoons of green
and white, the school colours. The committee made all round admirable arrangements to
promote the pleasure and comfort of the guests. The music, by Jones and Rosenthal's
band, was particularly enticing. It was a friendly gathering more like a private ball
than a subscription dance. The dressing was dainty all round.
... Amongst others present were ' ... Vida Vickers ... |
Notes: (Part source: Arthur Edgar Family Tree - Ancestry Public Members Trees)
Life in Australia
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Lyle left for Australia on 10 May 1919 on HMAT Wahehe 'with his wife
and child' on 'Family Ship', landing on 28 June 1919. Lyle claimed for
Vida's passage on 12 July 1919.
Left: HMAT Wahehe in civilian colours. Built as Hilda Woermann in 1914, renamed Wahehe in 1917. She was surrendered as war reparation in 1919 to Shaw, Savill and Albion Company, Ltd. |
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| Captain LA BLACKMAN, MC, returned to Australia on 10 May 1919 and to his
partnership in W.D. Hill and Company, Estate Agents of Lydiard Street South, which he had
held since 1914.
Lyle was heavily involved with the South Street Eisteddfod for music and elocution competition, to which he gave 58 years service - as clerk from 1906, assistant Secretary (c. 1911) and then permanent secretary from 1921. Right: A letter from Lyle BLACKMAN, the accountant of WD Hill. 2 Source: National Archives of Australia - Service Records (Accessed 01 August 2015) |
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The Australian Electoral Rolls, 1903-1980 shows
The 1920 roll shows that Lyle and Vida May were now living at Macarthur street, whilst his parents had moved to 12 Baird Street with his sister Emily
The syndicated newspaper clipping below, dates Lyle becoming secretary to the Ballarat Eisteddfod and refers to the late WD Hill whose letter headed paper Lyle uses above. The newspaper article heaps confidence on Lyle both for his existing skills and his future plans.
| The Herald Melbourne Monday 22 May 1922, page 11 3 |
| SOUTH STREET SECRETARY. |
| Mr Lyle A. Blackman, the new secretary of the Ballarat Eisteddfod, was associated with the late W. D. Hill from 1906 until the latter's death at the end of last year, and, with the exception of five years absence at the war, was wholly occupied in South-street organising work. Mr Blackman is, therefore, fully capable of continuing the great traditions which his predecessor built up, and, judging by the additional attractive features arranged for this year's Eisteddfod, it would appear that he intends to commence with new and original ideas. |
From 1924 to 1963 the couple moved to 46 Victoria Avenue, Ballarat, perhaps on the strength of a salary increase.
Their daughter Marjory Joyce is recorded at 46 Victoria Avenue in 1942 and 1943
The Electoral Roll shows that Lyle's job definition changed from clerk, to accountant, to secretary.
| Right: 703 and 705 Macarthur Street, Ballarat 2015. As 709 has been replaced
by Unnings Warehouse these adjacent houses represent the typical architecture of the
street.
The family lived with Lyle's parents at 709 Macarthur Street. Lyle and Vida remained there until 1925 when they moved to what became 46 Victoria Avenue. |
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Secretary of South Street Society
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Ballarat's
Royal South Street Society 3 competition in 1922, a
position he held for more than 50 years, With the exception of his war service he
served the Society for 58 years, until 1963, the year before his death. The Lyle
Blackman Memorial Prize was awarded in the Speech and Drama Section of the
Eisteddfod. He is recorded as saying “Ballarat discarded the gold of the earth
for the gold of the human mind and voice, and took its place among the cultural
cities of the world.”
On Saturday 26 September 1931 the Melbourne Herald, on celebrating Lyle's tenth anniversary as secretary and his 25th year as an official described the programme as: What the ancient eisteddfods did for Wales in the realm of musical art South Street has done and is doing for Australia in the world of art generally, musical, histrionic, literary and calisthenic. Scores of South Street graduates have gone abroad, and many of them have achieved fame. The Society in framing its prize schedule aims at covering the whole gamut of artistic senses, from the writing of poetry and of music to the expression of the written word and the interpretation of the undulating notes. South Street invites the cream of proved or latent talent in any city, town or village to be put to the test before its skilled adjudicators. The Barrier Daily Truth of Broken Hill lists the eleven grade A brass band in the South Street band competition of 1953, considered the mecca (sic) of musical contests in Australia. Lyle was reported as being very pleased with the number of entries. 5 Right: Lyle Blackman cartoon |
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| Above: Lyle Blackman (second from right, front row) and the South Street Society |
On Tuesday 24 October 1924, The Horsham Times reported on RSSS's difficult times. After 34 years the citizens of Ballarat appeared to take the competitions for granted, especially in the financial support for the many competitions. Prize money, £50 in the first year, for 1924 totalled £1,600 of which only £406 had been donated. Of the 32 donors only six were Ballarat citizens. Similarly, in 'the old days' nearly all the South Street's competitors were Ballarat citizens. In 1924 this had fallen to 25%. The committee had had an expenditure of £3,800 and were working on an overdraft of £5.500. Mr Lyle Blackman and staff would receive contributions. 6
| This article, from The Argus of 16 April 1953, gives an excellent summary of the South Street Competition that was so much of Lyle's life. It is a history, which sets out the Competition's objectives, notable ethos and rising success over the years. I would suggest that Lyle's final comment reflects on the new Ballarat wealth. It would be interesting to know how it stands in Australia after 150 years. |  |
| THEY HAPPENED IN SOUTH STREET |
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South Street is one
of those places that are places in their own right. More than a locality. An idea. No one says, "South Street, Ballarat." They just say, " South Street," and people, even in far countries, know it as one of the world's great cultural centres. Peter Dawson, Florence Austral, Marjorie Lawrence, Bernard Heinze, James Scullin there placed their feet upon the first rung of fame's ladder. Bands, tap dancers, singers, and musicians of every variety have flocked to Ballarat each year since 1891 to contest their talents against each other in the South Street Competitions. They have come from all over Australia, and even New Zealand. The competitions of today are a far cry from those of 1891. In that first shaky start, 260 entrants competed for prizes totalling 60 guineas. Last year there were 3,315 |
entries, and prize money
amounted to a fortune of £4,566. This year the competitions will run continuously for seven weeks - the longest time in history-from September 14 to October 31. Secretary of South Street Competitions since 1921 is a vigorous Ballarat identity, Lyle Blackman. He has been associated with them since 1906. Mr. Blackman stressed yesterday that the competitions were non-profit making. "Any money we make goes back into the competitions to improve them, " he said. "We are concerned solely with improving the musical knowledge of young Australians, and if possible to give them a footing in the musical world." "We spare no expense in getting the best judges for events. Many, particularly band judges, have been brought from England and Scotland. |
"The competitions had their origin in a little old cottage in South
st., near Skipton st., in 1879.
Nine young men, with a passion for debating and literary activities, met
and formed a club. The club prospered and was joined by other clubs. A contest was arranged In 1883, but it was not until June, 1891, that these contests were officially known as the "South Street Competitions." By 1908 they had become so popular that a special hall, known as the Coliseum, was erected. This hall was destroyed by fire in 1936, and the organisers were ironically forced to revert to the Alfred Hall, the hall they had left in favor of the Coliseum. As Mr. Blackman re-marked yesterday: "South Street has done much, not only for Ballarat but for Australia. It will continue to do so." |
| Hoverbox Photo Gallery - Her Majesty's Theatre,
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| Above: Lyle Blackman circa 1954 as secretary of the South Street Society image 47 off 56 in an unknown source | Above: Lyle Blackman in 1962 Source: Victorian Collection |
Many of the South Street Society events took place in Her Majesty's Theatre. We were privileged to be taken round by Glenn Crompton (no relation), who used his influence as town councillor.
On Monday 5 September 1938 it is reported that for the Ballarat Agricultural Society's Centenary, Lyle had organised a 100 mile women's horse rally beginning on 07 November 1938. 7 Lyle served the wider Ballarat community in at least four positions, including secretary to the Ballarat Sheep Show in 1922 8. Tuesday 28 October 1919 The Herald announced Lyle's appointment as secretary to the Ballarat Stock and Station Agents' Association. 9 On Saturday 29 May 1954, Lyle resigned his position as secretary of the Ballarat Agricultural and Pastoral Society after 30 years of service. 10
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In 1942 Margery Joyce was now eligible to vote, but this is her only recording at this
address.
They were living there at the time of Lyle's death, in November 1964. He was cremated at Ballarat Crematorium. There are no further Electoral Roll records of Vida May. Left: 46 Victoria Avenue Ballarat, with a vista almost on the shores of Lake Wendouree. |
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| On 15 February 1969 Vida applied for Lyle's Anzac Commemorative Medallion
instituted 1967. It was awarded to surviving members of the Australian forces who served
on the Gallipoli Peninsula, at any time during the period from the first Anzac Day in
April 1915 to the date of final evacuation in January 1916. Next of kin, or other
entitled persons, are entitled to receive the medallion on behalf of their relatives if
the medallion has not been issued
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Left: Lyle Blackman's dog tags and Rising Sun Source: Family |
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Left: Lyle Blackman's Rising Sun Source: Family |
The family have Lyle’s Webley revolver, holster, cleaning rod and still two live rounds. These were found after Vida died in 1974. They had never been seen before by any family!
| Left: Lyle Blackman's death notice circa 03 November 1964 Source: Family |
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Lyle Aubrey Blackman commemorated in Ballarat
| Right: Positioned on an road loop between two carriageways, Lyle Blackman's Avenue of Honour 4 marker in 2015 has survived turning articulated trucks (Post 198) Source: Author November 2015 |  |
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Left: Lyle Blackman's Arch of Victory marker 2015 Source: Author November 2015 |
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View YouTube video of the one hundredth anniversary commemoration of Ballarat's Victory Arch and Avenue of Honour
Footnote:
The town of Ballarat also published a book outlining the war service of its soldiers. The following entry, an addition stapled in to the book, is attributed to Lyle A. BLACKMAN, Tree No 114. However, errors suggest that this entry could refer to Captain James R BLACKMAN. The photograph (see below left) is attributed to Private Leslie Crompton BLACKMAN. The record details:
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'Lyle A BLACKMAN, born at Miners Rest, was
a captain in the 8th Battalion. In the War he served in Egypt, Gallipoli, England and
France.
He was wounded on 28 March 1918 and admitted to 3rd London General Hospital, returned to duty and was wounded on a second occasion at Pozieres and admitted to the Le Treport Hospital, then again to the 3rd London General Hospital. Captain BLACKMAN was awarded the Military Cross for gallantry and devotion to duty, at Buckingham Palace in August 1918.' Left: The real JR BLACKMAN |
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Quite what can be attributed to whom remains to be decided.
Biographical detail
End Note
Sources
Margery Joyce Blackman - their only child
The Australian Electoral Roll 1903-1977, available on Ancestry, records their homes and occupations as:
At this time Margery had been engaged to Oswald Aloysius COGHLAN since December 1940. The Argus 11 December 1940 records:
Margery Joyce Blackman, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Blackman, Victoria av, Ballarat, to Oswald A Coghlan, A.I.F., third son of Mr. and Mrs. O. J. Coghlan, Arranmore, Miners' Rest.
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Oswald A COGHLAN, AIF returned, Middle East and New Guinea married Miss Margery
BLACKMAN
(Accessed: 17 July 2017) were married at St Patrick's Cathedral [Ballarat]. Mr
Jasper COGHLAN, ex AIF returned, was best man and Miss Mary COGHLAN bridesmaid.
Right: Margery Blackman's wedding about 22 April 1944 (Trove) |
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By the Roll of 1949 Oswald Aloysius was a secretary living in North Kew, but moved the same year.
On 16 April 1953, The Argus records Oswald A COGHLAN as assistant manager of his grandfather's Ballarat Brewing Company. Oswald A was the third son of OJ COGHLAN of Arranmore, Miners Rest. By 1968 the couple and their family were back in Ballarat until the last record of 1977. During this time two of their children were recorded.
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Marjory's home in later life.
Left and below: Margery Blackman's home at 1430 Sturt Street Ballarat 2015 Source: Author |
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AIF No.1 Command Depot
Perham Down
is between Tidworth and Ludgershall was part of the Tidworth Estate purchased by the Army in 1897 and the following year a camping ground was established. It was one of the more popular camps due to its close proximity to Ludgershall station. At the outbreak of war Tent City was home to some of the soldiers and recruits who were concentrated on Salisbury Plain.
Source: Perham Down Army Camp (Accessed: 27 July 2015)
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The University High School (UHS or Uni High) ...
... was opened in Carlton in February 1910 as the University Practising School was opened in a former primary school at 1073 in Lygon Street. The name University High School was adopted in 1913 after the closure of the older private school. The school moved to purpose- built facilities in Story Street in the Melbourne suburb of Parkville - adjacent to the Royal Melbourne Hospital, in late 1929. It is a public, co-educational high school. In addition to providing academic instruction for secondary students, University High School served as a practising school for university students completing the University of Melbourne's Diploma of Education (established 1902). |
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Royal South Street Society report 2019
(RSSS) Royal status was conferred in 1962 for services to the community. In recent times the RSSS were honoured with five community service awards.. The 2019 annual report, celebrating 130 years records:
Source: Royal South Street Society Competitions 130 Years (Accessed: 22 November 2021) |
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Ballarat's Avenue of Honour
Trees in Ballarat's Avenue of Honour (Remembrance Drive) were planted by the ladies of E. Lucas Clothing Factory in honour of all the men from Ballarat and district who fought in the Great War. Source: Karen Walsh Ballarat Councillor Glen Crompton (no relation, but one of three Crompton families in old Ballarat), writes, with pride: 'At 22km Ballarat boast the longest First World War commemorative avenue in the world and the Arch structure is acknowledged within Paris' Grand Arc. The original tree plantings were undertaken between 1917 and 1919. Unfortunately, The Avenue fell to neglect over the years. Trees were lost to harsh natural events, road building, and vehicle crashes. Many of the plaques identifying the trees were damaged or pilfered. In a final insult, the avenue's full length was severed 20 years ago as a result of the construction of a freeway.' 'Ballarat's Arch of Victory and Avenue of Honour Committee has spent decades quite simply adhering to the remembrance axiom, 'We will remember them'. By 25 April 25 2015, the centenary of ANZAC day, the Avenue had been restored to its full complement of 3801 tree, each and every one bearing a commemorative plaque. The Arch had been fully restored and rejuvenated. Incredibly, The Avenue was re-connected to its full length after the Road Authority constructed a magnificent overpass for the freeway. This was not merely a bridge, rather a spectacular engineering and landscaping feat which enhances The Avenue'. Avenue of Honour bypass unveiled (Accessed: 01 August 2015) 'And so it was at dawn on the 25 April, 25,000 citizens of Ballarat, about a quarter of the entire population, remembered them a hundred years on. The Honour Party comprised of the descendants of the 8th Battalion 8/7 Royal Victorian Rifles.' Anzac Day dawn service in Ballarat 2015 (Accessed: 01 August 2015) |
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Arranmore - 80 Howe Street, Miners Rest
The entry gates and associated picket fencing and planting, the form of the existing entry road and planting from Howe Street to the entry to the house garden have significance as remaining items of the development of a family farm and horse stud of the nineteenth and early twentieth century. The farm was first owned and farmed from 1854 by Harry Mount who was well known in horse riding circles in Ballarat and a friend and partner of Adam Lindsay Gordon in the horse stables that operated from Craig's Hotel. The property was then owned from 1875 to 1909 by Stephen Holgate a stock and station agent with horse breeding and owning connections. From 1909 until 1954 the property was owned by prominent brewer and racing identity Oswald Coghlan. The date of construction of the gates is as yet undetermined but appears to date from at least 1910 and they have been a major landmark on the road to Miner's Rest. The roadway appears to date from the mid to late nineteenth century providing the entry to the house and garden area. The main house was gutted by fire in the mid twentieth century and the remaining stable and farm buildings have been substantially altered and therefore the significant fabric remaining to interpret the site are the gates, driveway and ponds/swimming pool. The gates are historically significant for the association with a substantial and affluent family farm and horse stud development in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. The property is associated with three owners with prominent association in horse breeding and racing circles in Miners Rest and Ballarat, Harry Mount, Stephen Holgate and Oswald Coghlan. The entry gates are aesthetically significant for demonstrating late nineteenth and early twentieth century design qualities, being the substantial scale, materials and design of the stone pillars and cast iron gates. The single piece of basalt for the main section of the gate pillars is rare. The flat nature of the castings for the gates and the sinuous floral nature of the pattern are unusual and distinctive. No similar design has been found in the region. The flanking timber picket sections of fence, although reconstructed are part of the original entry and complement the central gates. The entry is a landmark in the region. Victorian Heritage Database (Accessed: 01 May 2020) |
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