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209919
Surname: -
First Name: -
Ship: Wilhelm Kirchner 1858
Date: 23 September 1858
Place: Sydney
Source: Maitland
Details: Correspondence from W. Kirchner, Consul for Prussia and Hamburg regarding complaints from the German passengers on board the ship Wilhelm Kirchner. Complaints of ill-treatment; inadequate provisions; inconvenient crowded conditions on board and no hospital provided
206510
Surname: -
First Name: -
Ship: Wilhelmsberg 1855
Date: 22 September 1855
Place: Port Jackson
Source: Maitland Mercury
Details: The Wilhelmsberg is originally from Hamburg, but called at Hobart for the purpose of landing a portion of her emigrants. She has brought to this port 222 steerage passengers, nearly the whole of whom have come out under the auspices of Messrs. Kirchner and co., One death occurred during the passage from Hobart to this port. The ship is at present free from sickness of any kind
203364
Surname: 2HD Radio Station, Sandgate
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 1925
Place: Sandgate
Source: 2HD - About Us online
Details: Radio 2HD Sandgate began broadcasting on 27 January 1925 An art deco building was constructed c. 1931 A new administration building was built in 1977 and opened by NSW Premier Neville Wran. The middle section of the building is still the 1931 structure
173952
Surname: 46th Regiment (Newcastle)
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 16 May 1818
Place: Newcastle
Source: HRA., Series 1, vol. 9, p. 795
Details: The only part of the 46th reg that will remain in the Territory is the detachment at present stationed at Newcastle consisting of a Captain and about sixty men
203602
Surname: A. A. Company Bridge, Newcastle
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 14 March 1863
Place: Hunter-street, Newcastle
Source: Newcastle Chronicle
Details: We were not a little pleased to learn from Mr. Alderman Corlette, that the new iron bridge intended to be thrown over Blane-street by the Australian Agricultural Company – in lieu of the present unsightly and inconvenient structure, had arrived in the colony, and might be expected in Newcastle in the course of a few days. The present level of the street is doubtless very different from the existing one when the bridge now standing was put up. Then it was rightly decided that sufficient height was permitted for all the traffic that would have to pass under it; and so it was found to be. Scarcely, at that time, did the most sanguine or prescient person anticipate in how short a period this city was to undergo great changes. …..when the formation of the streets generally necessitated the adoption of a higher level, it was found that the openings of the old bridge over Blane-street were insufficiently lofty; and great have been in the inconveniences sustained thereby. Not a few can tell of damaged hats when passing under on horse back and neglecting to do homage to the coal encrusted beams; others are to be found who will dilate on the injuries done to their furniture when a change of residence in that direction compelled transport of household goods which a short sighted drayman, in hopes of saving a trip had piled up too high; and some, unaccustomed to the locality, will relate their anything but pleasant surprise in the shape of a sharp concussion with what they thought far above their heads
203398
Surname: A. A. Company House; Murray-Dwyer Orphanage, Mayfield
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: -
Place: Mayfield
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald 15 July 1876
Details: In 1875, the A. A. company built a residence for general superintendent Jesse Gregson. In July 1876 the Newcastle Morning Herald reported on the A. A. Company house. This splendid place of residence is now ready for occupation, and in respect of accommodation and completeness of detail of the internal and external arrangements, will compare favourably with any gentleman s residence in the colony of its size. It is built on one of the most beautiful spots of the many that are to be found on the Hunter River, about four miles from Newcastle, and commands a very extensive view from all quarters, and is surrounded with several fine paddocks. The house itself is built of the very best materials, and contains in all 16 rooms. Entering by the hall or front door, we are admitted to a spacious hall, 16 ft. by 40 ft., from which doors leading to drawing room on the left, size 25 x 16, very elaborately fitted up, with highly varnished cedar skirtings and architraves richly moulded, and carved mantelpiece of marble; handsome bow window, all finished in first-class style; on the left of entrance is the dining room, finished the same, with black marble mantle piece. Passing through the hall we come to the Library, a fine spacious room, finished same as drawing room. From the hall leading to the upper apartments is a splendid staircase, made of picked cedar, of beautiful design and elaborate workmanship, no expense seeming to have been spared over this piece of work. The upper apartments consist of five bedrooms, two large and three smaller ones, all of which open into a wide corridor; the whole of the rooms are fitted up in a very superior manner. We notice that hat and coat nails have not been forgotten in fitting up these rooms; there. is also on this floor, a large linen closet, fitted up with shelves, &c., and also a dressing room. Three of the bedrooms open on to a spacious balcony, which is surrounded by an iron railing of a very pretty design, and covered with a curved iron roof-all finished Iin a very artistic and beautiful manner. Off the stair case landing, a passage leads to a bath-room and lavatory, both fitted up in the best manner possible, and supplied with water from a large cistern placed in the roof, the cistern being supplied with water from the large tank in the yard 22 feet deep 12 feet diameter with a force pump. The servant s bedroom is on this floor, a very pleasant room. Going down the back staircase we come to the store, fitted up with shelving, the kitchen with . magnificent range, water laid on, and other conveniences; out of the kitchen and the laundry, which is also fitted up with every convenience, such as copper, water, also attached to the kitchen is a garden, and near by butler s closet plate closet, also glass. Outside is fine large stable, coach house, mans room, harness etc., all built in the most substantial manner; the whole of the building forming a most delightful retreat, and one we should imagine forming as it will a handsome retreat for the gentleman who is to occupy it. At a toilsome day s business in town, it can be easily reached, either by train or conveyance. The building was designed by the Messrs. Mansfield, the well known architects of Sydney, and carried out under the supervision of Mr. W. Cain the extensive builder of East Maitland
203741
Surname: A. A. Company No. 2 Borehole Pit
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 1862
Place: Broadmeadow
Source: Newcastle City Wide Heritage Study 1997 - Volume 4
Details: When completed in 1862 this was the largest and best equipped colliery in the field. It was the first shaft fitted with double acting cages. Sinking also was a Pioneering Venture in using cast iron cylinders to hold back the sand. The cylinders failed and the shaft was timbered and later bricked. The mine closed at the end of the century
203260
Surname: Adamstown Balla-street well
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: -
Place: 87 Teralba Road, Adamstown
Source: Planning Proposal - Heritage Amendments to Newcastle LEP 2012 – April 2016
Details: Adjacent to house 87 Teralba Road, Adamstown (intersection of Bala & Teralba). Well is located in Council’s roadway, 500mm beneath the road surface under the gutter. Believed to be built during the mid 19th century
188010
Surname: Adamstown Brick Works (Industry)
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 2 December 1881
Place: Adamstown
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald
Details: Mr. Pendleberry, the enterprising proprietor of the brick works near Adamstown has just opened a kiln of machine made ornamental bricks, the first made in the district
188013
Surname: Adamstown Brick Works (Industry)
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 9 April 1907
Place: Adamstown
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald
Details: The brick trade at the Adamstown yards is brisk at present and all are working regularly. At the large steam brickworks recently purchased by Messrs. T. and W. Cowan, builders and contractors from Mr. T. Cottrell, work is proceeding at high pressure to meet the orders in hand and the daily output averages between 10,000 and 15,000. Everything has worked smoothly with the new proprietors and each kiln of bricks burnt has given satisfaction. The proprietors have installed new pumping machinery and enlarged the loft over the dry press machine. It is capable of holding material sufficient for making 15,000 bricks. It was originally intended to construct a patent kiln, but that idea has been abandoned and it has now been decided to erect an ordinary kiln capable of holding 60,000 bricks. At present 23 men employed on the works. Realising the improtance of the brick works to the municipality the council will as soon as funds permit complete the Wood street route to the works. That will give a convenient outlet in all weathers for the brick carts
203258
Surname: Adamstown Council Chambers
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: Opened 22 August 1892
Place: Corner Narara and Kyle Roads, Adamstown
Source: Extract. Hunter Photo Bank, Newcastle Library
Details: Adamstown was proclaimed a municipality on 31 December 1885. Adamstown Council was formed in 1886 and the first election for alderman was held in the Adamstown Mechanics Institute on Saturday 27 February 1886. The Mechanics Institute granted free use of the building for Council business for one month. Then a small weatherboard building in Victoria Street, Adamstown was erected to be used as Council Chambers. Eventually new chambers were built on the corner of Narara and Kyle Roads, Adamstown according to plans by architects, Messrs Bennett and Yeomans. The building was opened on 22 August 1892 by Mr John Kidd, the Postmaster General.
205064
Surname: Adamstown Masonic Hall
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: Built in 1904
Place: 151 Teralba Road, Adamstown
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald 29 February 1936
Details: Adamstown Masonic Hall, 151 Teralba Road, was built in 1904 In 1936 the building was renovated - Mr. A. E. Myers, of Hamilton has the contract for extensive additions in brick to the Masonic Hall at Adamstown. The work is in progress under the supervision of Mr. E. Tingle, architect, of Newcastle. Accommodation in the new building will be found for 500 persons
203399
Surname: Adamstown Presbyterian Church
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 1903
Place: 105 Teralba-road, Adamstown
Source: NMH 30 March 1903; NMH 5 April 1905; Draft Newcastle LEP 2000 - Heritage Review
Details: ALLOTMENT at corner of Evans and Teralba roads purchased for 70 pounds by the Presbyterians to build a church. DONALD McNaughten was at the head of a willing band of workers who supplied the labour for building the church free of cost. Architect T. J. Pepper presented them with plans of a church free of cost and concerts and bazaars raised enough money to begin. The building was described in 2000 - it is a rare example of a timber church with this level of architectural detail surviving in Newcastle. While the architectural detailing is particularly obvious on the exterior, the interior also retains its arched timber trusses, lining boards to the walls, and the ornate carved pulpit. All other internal furnishings, pews etc. have been removed. The attached hall at the rear appears to be an extension of an original small section that would have been a simple skillion roofed space only the width of the church (indicated by the change in the weatherboards across the rear facade, the different piers, and the absence of ceiling roses of timber dado panelling to the southern end of the space). While there are some other timber churches in Newcastle, most are masonry, timber being more typical of country areas. No other timber churches of a similar age are known, with St Thomas at Carrington and the former St Andrews church at Mayfield being c.1920s, and lacking the ornate carpentry that is such a distinctive feature of the Adamstown church. The building is also very much intact with no obvious modifications except the extension of the hall at the rear, and this does not appear to have caused any alterations to the actual church. Church was later demolished
203801
Surname: Adamstown Railway Signal Box
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 1906; 1918
Place: Adamstown
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald 23 July 1906; Newcastle Sun 8 November 1918
Details: CALLS FOR a signal box in 1906 - On several occasions the attention of the railway authorities has been directed to the danger that exists on account of the levers that work the signals and gates at the railway station being inconveniently situated. The levers are 10 yards from the crossing, and are on a level with the railway platform. The signalman cannot see anyone approaching the gates from new Lambton side and on several occasions minor accidents have occurred at the crossing; A new signal box was erected in 1918. The old signal box stood about 50 yards back from the gates and the new one would give a full view of the road so that the officer could see vehicles approaching.
203257
Surname: Adamstown Rifle Range
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 11 November 1901
Place: 351 Brunker-road, Adamstown
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald
Details: The Newcastle Morning Herald reported in November 1901: Since the rifle range has been opened it has been utilised daily by military officers putting companies through musketry instruction, and it is stated that it will take till the end of the year to complete the work. The completion of the range is being pushed on by Colonel Ranclaud as expeditiously as circumstances will permit, and it is stated that it has been decided to erect additional targets shortly. It is anticipated that the official opening shooting competition on the 16th instant will be largely entered for. All the Newcastle riflemen are expected to take part in the different events, and Sydney shots have also entered. The 4th Regiment Band will be present all day on the occasion. Telephone communication is being established between the firing line and the targets.
203800
Surname: Adamstown Tram Service
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 17 April 1950
Place: Adamstown
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald
Details: The intersection of Brunker and Glebe Roads, Adams town, was beflagged on August 13, 1900, for the opening of the steam tram service from Adamstown. The line was electrified on January 2, 1925 After 50 years and 8 months service, the Adamstown tramway closed in 1950 when tram No. 252 left the terminus at 11.41 oclock bound for Gordon avenue depot. The tramline came into being on August 13, 1900, and followed the success of the Plattsburg (later Wallsend) trams. While originally only used as a shuttle service, connecting with the Plattsburg tramline at Adamstown Junction (now known as the Nineways, Broadmeadow), a through service to and from Parnell Place started on October 25, 1908. In September, 1910, the shuttle service was resumed. During peak periods in following years, a direct service to the city operated, but in June, 1918, the service was reduced to hourly, and remained as such till the line was electrified on February 2, 1925. The line was only a single one, and the duplicated line from Adamstown Junction to Melville-street was opened on January 22. 1925. There was a further duplication from this point to the terminus on January 6, 1927, the terminal point being Brunker and Glebe Roads. In 1938 an extension was made to Victoria-street. On New Years Eve, during the steam tram period, Adamstown Brass Band would board the trams and ride up and down, playing at full blast. Their representatives would collect pennies from the passengers
203259
Surname: Adamstown War Memorial
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 19 December 1821
Place: Corner Brunker and Glebe Roads, Adamstown
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald
Details: The memorial erected in honour of the soldiers who left Adamstown was unveiled on Saturday afternoon by Mrs. D. McMaster, in the presence of a large and representative gathering. The Mayor. Alderman J. Arthur, presided, and the proceedings opened with the National Anthem, after which the Rev. G. K. Tucker offered up prayer. The Mayor said he was pleased to be present to assist in the unveiling ceremony. They were that day remembering the men who went away and fought for King and country. The Adamstown public had nobly subscribed to two other monuments in erecting cottages for maimed soldiers. The committee appreciated the extra work placed in and around the memorial by Mr. C. Davis, and while a little remained to wipe off the cost, he had no doubt that the public of Adamstown would rally round the committee, and meet this obligation. Mr. J. Estell. M.P. said he was pleased to be present and rejoice with the people of Adamstown on the completion of the monument. The bravery of the Australian soldiers would make their names honoured for all time. Mr. D. Watkins. M.H.R., said a few weeks back he had the pleasure of attending the opening of a soldier s cottage in Adamstown, and they had honoured two men who were maimed by building homes for them. Now they were honouring the whole of them who went away. He congratulated the people of Adamstown on their fine efforts. Mr. H. J. Connell, M.P., said it was a day of reverence. There was a lack of appreciation for what the monument stood. The committee had his best wishes, and he regretted the signs of vandalism on the monument. Mr A. R. Gardiner, M.P., said that memorials did not commemorate war. They commemorated human sacrifice. Time would play upon the monument, but that which it stood for would remain. Mr. D. Murray, M.P., said that when they realised what war brought in its wake, was it not time that wars were abolished. To love God, and love thy neighbour as ourselves should be the slogan of every man and woman. They owed a duty to this country, and while they paid respect, the motto should be to try and educate people to abolish war. Mr. J. L. Fogan, M.P., complimented the committee and citizens on the erection of a fine monument, and placing the same in the corner of the public school ground, where it would become as history to the boys and girls. The monument is an expression by the people of Adamstown of appreciation of the soldiers who did their duty to the Empire. Mr. C. Davis said he appreciated the compliment in being asked to say a few words. He was very pleased with the monument, and thought the action of the Government in appointing a board of control to design the most suitable monuments was a good thing. The Rev. B. H. Willis said they all hated war, and the surest way to end war was the spirit that actuated the A.I.F. men, and get into every day life that un- selfish spirit of comradeship. The Rev. G. K. Tucker said he hoped the memorial would daily remind the citizens of those who gave their lives and service. Australians wanted peace, but if occasion came again, the same spirit that actuated them on the last occasion would arise. Mr. W. H. Strick, as an old resident, said nothing gave him more pleasure than to be present to do honour to those names which were recorded on the monument. The spirit of the young men who went was to uphold the highest standard. Noble deeds have been done, and more would be done, if necessary. In asking Mrs. D. McMaster to unveil the monument, the Mayor said that Mrs. McMaster, along with her husband, had been active members of the committee from the inception. She gave three sons to the Empire, one paying the extreme sacrifice. Mrs McMaster thanked the committee for the honour conferred. She was proud of the part played by the boys who left Adamstown. The enlistments and achievements would compare favourably with those of any other part of the district. In the name of the citizens of Adamstown, she had pleasure in unveiling the monument. Might it stand to the ever-lasting glory of those who freely gave their services to the Empire, and those who sacrificed their lives. As the Union Jack and Australian flags were unfurled from the monument, the assemblage joined in the hymn Abide With Me. Mr. T. Robin, in proposing a vote of thanks to the visitors, said that twelve days after war was declared, their patriotic committee was formed, and had met fortnightly ever since. Their duties had been many, and their achievements backed up by the citizens great. The climax to their work was the unveiling of that beautiful monument. This was a day of reverence, in as much as of the 235 names of men recorded on the stone 33 paid the supreme sacrifice. Mr. W. Brown, secretary of the movement since Its inception. In seconding the resolution, said they were grateful for the support of the citizens in all their efforts. The cost of the stone unveiled that day was £561 16s The Mayoress, on behalf of the citizens, placed a wreath on the memorial, many relatives also placing wreaths to those departed. At the close of the proceedings Master Don McPherson sounded The Last Post, the National Anthem then being sung. Miss E. Davis assisted the singing as accompanist. The stone, which is of Bowral trachyte, the base rock faced 3ft 6in square by 2ft high. The shaft is polished, being 3ft square at base and 2ft 8in at top, and 7ft 6in high, with a capping stone on top 14in high. The total height of the shaft is 10ft 6in from the steps. The enclosure is 18ft square, with cemented piers and dwarf wall. The floor is tiled with red tessellated tiles, and the monument is surrounded with a flight of three black ironite steps, with tiled rises. There are four bronze plates inlet into the stone, one on each side. On Brunker-road the tablet bears the inscription, To the Honoured Dead: that facing the Glebe-road, Erect- ed by the citizens of Adamstown in honour of the men who enlisted in the great war, 1914-18; and on the other two plates is the A.I.F. emblem. The monument was supplied by Messrs. Loveridge and Hudson, Sydney, the Sheffield Plating Company supplying the bronze tablets. The erection was in the hands of the firm of Messrs. C. Davis and Sons, whose work has given every satisfaction, the whole of the extras being supplied without charge. This War Memorial was later re-located
203362
Surname: Adolphe shipwreck, Newcastle
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 1904
Place: Newcastle Harbour
Source: Local Treasures ABC
Details: The French barque Adolphe is just one of many shipwrecks that litter the entrance to Newcastle Harbour Having sailed from Antwerp, the Adolphe was ultimately heading for Sydney to load wheat, however in large seas the ship came to grief on Newcastle s notorious Oyster Bank in 1904 after colliding with the wreck of another vessel, the Colonist, whilst being manoeuvred in to port by the tugs Hero and Victoria
203365
Surname: All Nations Hotel, Carrington
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: -
Place: Hill-street, Carrington
Source: Newcastle Morning Herald 7 September 1946
Details: Industry swallows an old time tavern: While Newcastle s oldest general engineering works is being modernised, Hill Street Carrington present the industrial scene with a picture of incongruity – the erection of a streamlined factory building around a sailors tavern steeped with memories of the past. Before long the double storied wooden edifice that was the All Nations Hotel will be no more. In place of its quaint old balcony will be the smart, brick façade of Morison and Bearby Pty. Ltd
213348
Surname: Amos Bros.
First Name: -
Ship: LH
Date: 27 August 1884
Place: Adamstown
Source: NMH
Details: Railway construction - gradings, sidings, cuttings etc. Owned a large brickyard at Adamstown