INDEX TO MISSING PEOPLE FOUND IN
Compiled by Helen D. Harris OAM
(c) Helen D. Harris OAM, 2000-8.
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The details listed
below were located in uncatalogued and unindexed police correspondence files
held in the Public Record
The
files contain widely differing material: some people supply only basic details
about the sought person, others give a great deal of background
information. The response from the police department likewise differs
enormously. At times the department simply responded that the letter
writer had supplied insufficient detail for any identification to be made; on
other occasions the department went to a great deal of trouble to locate the
missing person.
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are over 2,000 boxes of material covering the period 1853 to 1940; there can be
up to 300 files within each box. Many of the files relate to routine
police business, but interspersed with these are files relating to missing
people. What follows is a selection of these cases only - it would be the
task of a lifetime to index every file in every box. As at June 2008 I have
only checked some 330 of these boxes [sigh!].
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NAMES OF PEOPLE LISTED AND DETAILS
PROVIDED:
MABON,
Mrs. Jane of
McACHRAN,
Miss Jessie of
MacARTHUR,
L.M. of Christchurch New
McASKILL,
Mrs. Jessie of
McBEAN,
Mary Jane, of Edendale New
McCABE,
Thomas, wrote from Lurgan, Virginia Co Cavan
McCANN,
Mrs. Catherine of
McCARRY,
James E., Sergt. RIC, Louisburgh, Co Mayo
McCARTHY,
Charles of Ballydehob, Co. Cork
McCARTHY,
William C., wrote in 1915 (c/- Miss C.F. Sullivan,
McCLEERY,
James A. of
McCLINTOCK,
John, R.I. Constabulary, Lurgan, Co.
McCLINTOCK,
William Klyde Maxwell, 42 years, formerly military captain and from
McCRACKEN,
Mrs. of
McCRACKEN,
Hugh and W. See entry for McCRACKEN, Mrs.
McCREADY,
William A., of Articlave, Castlerock, Co.
McCROSSEN,
John, sought in 1914 by niece Allice McMANAMAN of St. Louise USA. Police find
he died 32yrs ago, but provide details of his children. Letter returned from
Dead Letter Office. 6 pages. List 8.
McCULLUM,
Mary. See entry for SOMERVILLE, Mrs.
McCUNN,
James, sought by R.J. ORKNEY of ship Albany on behalf of relative D.A.
McCunn of Rothesay, Scotland, in 1899. James was a tinsmith. Not found. Two
photos of him on file, both the same. 13 pages, List 17.
McDERMOTT,
Ann. See entry for WALSH, Mrs. P.
McDONALD,
-. (Seaman). See entry for WADHAM, W.J.
McDONALD,
Alexander. See entry for WALKER, Rose.
McDONALD,
McDONALD,
Angus, of Invercargill New
McDONALD,
Annie Marion. See entry for CHRISTEY, Annie M.
McDONALD,
Charles Arthur. See entry for McDONALD, John Alexander.
MacDONALD,
David. See entry for STANDRING, Mary A.
McDONALD,
Ethel Victoria. See entry for McDONALD, John Alexander.
McDONALD,
Miss Flora, of Paisley Scotland, wrote in 1914 re her brother Owen, a bank
employee, who has not written for some time. Found. 6 pages, List 15.
McDONALD,
McDONALD,
George and Jane. See RUDD, Herbert G.
McDONALD,
James, Inspector of Poor, Parish Council,
McDONALD,
James Maxwell. See entry for McDONALD, John Alexander.
McDONALD,
Johanna. See entry for CRAWFORD,
McDONALD,
John. See entry for McDONALD, Norman and MOORE, John G.
McDONALD,
John Alexander, of Bermondsay England, wrote in 1916 re his siblings, aunt and
uncle, James Maxwell, Charles Arthur, Florence Evelyn and Ethel Victoria.
Police locate his aunt. 6 pages, List 8.
McDONALD,
Lilian. See entry for McDONALD, Louisa
McDONALD,
Lillian nee PARKINS, wrote from Gisborne New Zealand in 1912, seeking the
address of her cousin Will DUDLEY, now in the Vic. Police force. She was
adopted when a baby and seeks details of her four brothers. 'I have not been
all I should be ... am married now and turned over a new leaf'. Dudley found. 5
pages, List 12.
McDONALD,
Louisa, claimed in 1913 that Edward TURNER had deserted their two illegitimate
children, Lilian and Alice, in Melbourne. He was c27 years, a slaughterman, and
was said to be residing with a Mrs. ADAMS in Ashburton New Zealand. Police
interview him, he denies paternity. 10 pages, List 12.
McDONALD,
Mrs. Mary of Oakland, California wrote in 1914 re James Bain McLAUGHLAN, her
brother. He was a gardener who had been in Melbourne for some
years. Police could not locate him. 7 pages.
McDONALD,
Norman, wrote from Auckland New Zealand in 1919 re his brother John who died in
Victoria in 1918; sister Kate POWELL in Victoria. 13 pages.
McDONALD,
Ronald. See entry for STRACEY
McDONALD,
Rose. See entry for WALKER, Rose.
McDONALD,
William. See entry for NOLAN, William.
McDONELL,
Allen and John. See entry for KILLAM & BECK
MacDONNELL,
Carlotta, wrote from England in 1918, on letterhead of New South Wales Agent
General, London, re her husband John Bertram Morton KNUTSEN, engineer. She was
married to him in 1911 in Melbourne, but 'has neither lived with him or been
supported by him'. She wants the marriage annulled 'as my home is this side of
the water and I earn my own living'. Police locate husband who offers to send
passage money and make a home for her in Melbourne. 6 pages, List 6.
McDONNELLY,
W.A. of New South Wales wrote in 1899 on behalf of the relatives in Brighton
England, of E. Henry GROVES, who was working under an assumed name of H.G.
ARMSTRONG. Groves was 38-40, born London and well educated. Photo
of him on file. 5 pages.
MacDOUGALL,
John C. See TYLER, Fannie L.
McELHINNEY,
Annie. See entry for HISLOP, Wm.
McENAMY,
Miss S.M. wrote from Philadelphia USA in 1894 re Edward and Susan McEnamy,
brother and sister of her father of Londonderry Ireland. Susan married
Charles BYFORD, and was last heard of in 1863. 3 pages. List
4. CONNECTION FOUND
MACENERY,
Louis, sought by wife in Birmingham England, in 1916, who hasn't seen him for
nearly a year. Police found he was a Recruiting Officer for Aust. Army, but now
dispensed with. Found. 8 pages, List 6.
McERLAIN,
Michael or McLEAN. Shaun O'KEENAN wrote from Castle Dawson, Co Derry Ireland in
1918 re his man, who is his cousin, the son of his maternal uncle, the late
Charles McErlain of Co. Antrim. Left NSW in 1915 and hasn't been heard from
since. He would be about 40 years. Not found. 6 pages, List 6.
McEVOY,
Patrick. Sought by his brother Edward of Menick, Mass., US, in 1899. He was
from Queen's Co. Ireland and last heard of in the Victoria police force
1860-1870. Found. 17 pages, List 17.
McFARLANE,
Dougal. See McFARLANE, Ellen.
McFARLANE,
Ellen, of Whiteinch by Glasgow Scotland, wrote in 1894 and 1895 re family of
late Dougal McFARLANE, who left Ulva, Mull in 1851/2 for Melbourne. She
is their aunt. Dougal had 3 sons and 4 daughters, and was a captain of a
river steamer who drowned saving someone's life. 5 pages, List 4.
McGARR,
Mrs. Samuel, South Bethlehem, PA, USA, wrote in 1894 re her father Thomas
HOLMES, a baker aged about 50 years, who has not been heard from since
1868. 5 pages, List 4A CONNECTION FOUND
McGILLICUDDY,
Catherine, Ellen, Frank Johanna. See entry for McCARTHY, William C.
McGLINCHY,
James, of Stoke Newington London England, wrote in 1899 re his old friend
Samueld Benzin HUSBANDS, who had been found dead in his hut in country
Victoria. Among his possessions was a Crown Grant belonging to McGlinchy for
land at Talbot. Discussion re method of selling same. 15 pages, List 17.
McGRADY,
John. See entry for ORR, Samuel
McGRAH,
Annie, Edward, John Peter and Julia. See entry for DRISCOLL, Annie.
McGRATH,
Annie, Edward, John Peter and Julia. See entry for DRISCOLL, Annie.
MacGRATH,
John. See entry for MacGRATH, Robert.
McGRATH,
John. See entry for POWER, William A.
McGRATH,
Mary. See entry for REILLY, Alice McGrath.
MacGRATH,
Robert, Ordnance Dept. Gibraltar, wrote in 1894 re his only brother John, who
left Bath England for New Zealand then Australia many years ago. He has
not heard from him for 30 years, and has now heard that John is looking for
him. 4 pages, List 4A
McGRAW,
John and Susan. See entry for BRADLEY, William J.
MacGREGOR,
Alex. See entry for COWIESON, Magt.
McGREGOR,
Charles S. See RAWLINS, G.W.
McGREGOR,
John James. See McGREGOR, V.B.
McGREGOR,
V.B. of Rochester New York USA, wrote in 1917 re his half-sister Mrs. SLACK nee
Etty McGREGOR. They are children of Dr. John James McGREGOR of London England,
who was born in Waterford Ireland. Writer is 59 years old, has never met Mrs.
Slack. Police find son, mother is ill. 6 pages, List 6.
McGUANE,
Mrs. E.W. of Holloway, London, England, wrote in 1918 re her husband
George. He was formerly in the 2nd D.A.C. (military). She sought
financial assistance. 5 pages.
McGUANE,
George. See entry for McGUANE, Mrs. E.W.
McHUTCHON,
Ann. See entry for BELL, James
McINTIRE,
John of Chelsea Mass USA wrote in 1894 re William McINTIRE, 'well known
resident of Melbourne, who died there c3 years ago'; believes him to be an
uncle. 1 page, List 4A
McINTYRE,
Mrs. Hannah E. of Chicago, Ill., USA, wrote in 1894 re her brother Frank
GILMOUR, a plasterer, who left there c16 years ago. 4 pages, List 4A.
Mrs. Nora McIntyre of Chicago, Ill., USA, wrote in 1913 re her brother Frank
GILMORE, a plasterer, who left there 37 years ago, and would now be c60 years.
Not found. 3 pages, List 12.
MacKAIL,
Mary. See entry for McDONALD, James
MacKAY,
Mrs. of Springwell, Blantyr, Lanarkshire Scotland wrote in 1914 re her brother
Malcolm McPHERSON who had died in Melbourne. He was born at Hellinsburgh
and was a ship's cook. 5 pages.
MacKAY,
Mrs. A., nee Helen TAYLOR, wrote from Dennistoun Glasgow Scotland in 1914 re
her cousin John CUMMING, one time partner in a woolbrokers in Melbourne.
Four brothers settled in Melbourne many years ago - Donald, Robert, Davidson
and John CUMMING. They have not been heard of for many years. 6
pages, many other duplicate pages.
McKAY,
Angus Willliam, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch New Zealand, wrote in 1911 re
employment in police force, he was single, 28 years etc. 2 pages, List 11.
McKAY,
Donald, sought by brother Private R. McKAY, 2nd Battalion, Cameron Highlanders,
Pretoria, South Africa, in 1905. Donald left Scotland c16 years ago and
was at some state in the Victorian railways. 6 pages, List 5.
McKAY,
Robert. See entry for RICE, Miss S.M.
McKEE,
John Beattie. See entry for SNOWDON, Samuel.
McKEAN,
Samuel, Agnes, James. See entry for WILLIAMS, Mrs. Sarah.
McKELVIE,
Alex. See entry for LAECHLER, J.
McKIE.
See entry for SNOWDON, Samuel
McKEOWN,
Bessie. See entry for FISH, Walter.
McKILLOP,
Samuel, of Chicago, USA, wrote in 1901 re John SHERIDAN, his mother Maria’s
brother. He left Glasgow c40 yrs
ago. Not found. 8 pages, List 18.
McKINLAY,
Robert. See entry for GALBRAITH, John.
McKNIGHT,
George. See entry for McKNIGHT, Mary.
McKNIGHT,
James Joseph. See entry for FIELD, Mrs. Anna P.L.
McKNIGHT,
Miss Mary of New York City USA, wrote in 1906 re her uncle George McKnight, who
was a native of Dumfries (?not clear) Scotland, and arrived in Australia over
40 years ago. He had kept a hotel in Melbourne. Police interview people who
knew him years ago, but fail to locate him. 18 Pages, List 9.
McLACHLAN,
James B. See entry for McASKILL, Mrs. Jessie
McLACHLAN,
Mary. See ALLAN, C.
McLAREN,
Archibald, tailor, Scotch, sought by wife C. of Toronto Canada, in 1915. He
left for Melbourne nine months ago, supposed to have gone to friend David
FRASER, another tailor, in Melbourne. She hasn't received any money from him in
over two years. Not found. 4 pages, List 8.
McLAUGHLAN,
James Bain. See entry for McDONALD, Mrs. Mary.
McLAUGHLIN,
Catherine, Mrs. See entry for CORBETT, C.W.
McLAUGHLIN,
Mrs. Mary. See entry for O'BRIEN, J.
McLEAN,
Michael. See entry for McERLAIN, Michael
McLEISH,
Agnes. See entry for GUNN, Agnes McLeish.
MacLEOD,
Edward. See entry for MacLEOD, Roderick.
McLEOD,
Mrs. John S., of South London, Ontario, Canada, wrote in 1894 re William PARK,
who left there some years ago and was now believed to be in Melbourne. Not
found. 5 pages, List 17.
McLEOD,
Mary. See entry for PORTEOUS, William J.
MacLEOD,
Roderick of Learfskerry [?] Thurso, Scotland wrote in 1892 regarding his son
Edward, aged about 30 years. He had been in Drouin Victoria, but
left. 4 pages.
McMAHON,
Mary, now Mrs. John HUNT of New York City USA, wrote in 1896 re Thomas McMAHON
who left Ireland c.1865. He had two brothers, Hugh and Michael, she is
Michael's daughter. 2 pages, incomplete file.
McMAHON,
Michael. See entry for McMAHON, Mary.
McMAHON,
Michael of Caher Co. Clare Ireland wrote in 1892 re his eldest son Michael,
known as Michael RUSSELL, who was killed in Victoria in 1890. 3 pages.
McMAHON,
Thomas. See entry for McMAHON, Mary.
McMANAMAN,
Allice. See entry for McCROSSEN, John.
McMEIKAN,
Joseph, sought by Mrs. J. McMeikan of Grenock, Scotland in 1905; he was a
carpenter. Not found. 5 pages, List 18.
McMENEMY,
Henry James. See entry for McMENEMY, Mrs. Maude
McMENEMY,
Mrs. Maude of Portsmouth England, wrote in 1918 re her husband Henry James. She
left Melbourne in 1914 and asks if their divorce is finalised yet. 3 pages,
List 6.
McMILLAN,
Kirkley/Kirstley. See SMITH, Thomas.
McMILLAN,
William B., of Oakland, California USA wrote in 1915 re his brother Matthew,
who left Scotland in 1862, married Martha ROBERTS in Melbourne and had 6
children. He was writing on behalf of father William, who was 82 years old. 8
pages, List 8.
McMULLAN,
Robert. Public Trustee New Zealand write in 1910; they are handling his estate
- he died in 1900.. He has left a legacy to his sister Mrs. E. TAYLOR's
children. 3 pages.
McNAMARA,
A.C. See entry for SMITH, Amy
McNAMARA,
Catherine of Albany New York wrote in 1917 re her aunt Miss Mary MADIGAN; has
not heard from her in 2 years. Not found. 16 pages, List 6.
McNAMARA,
Gladys. See entry for SMITH, Amy.
McNEILL,
P.F. wrote in 1892 re Bridget Davoran, from Moycullen Co Galway Ireland, who
left there 30-40 years ago; her father's name was John. He is the son of
her sister Maria. 4 pages.
MacPHERSON,
A.J. of Wellington New Zealand, wrote in 1919 re the whereabouts of John
MacPHERSON, a farmer, c60 yrs, last heard of at Murrayville; he had a brother
at Swan Hill. Found. 5 pages, List 18.
MacPHERSON,
Dr. James Simpson, C.M.G. of Canada reported his 13 year old daughter Mary
Violet Thornley as missing in 1919. She had been raised by her aunt Mrs.
Edith BOYD of Koroit Victoria, who refused to give the girl to her father until
forced by a Court to do so. It was suspected that her uncle, Edmond
Ashworth THORNLEY of Hawkesdale Victoria was implicated in Mary's disappearance
from the Albury railway station. Mary's photograph on file. 4
pages. CONNECTION
FOUND
MacPHERSON,
John. See MacPHERSON, A.J.
McPHERSON,
Malcolm. See entry for MacKAY, Mrs.
MacPHERSON,
Mary Violet Thornley. See entry for McPHERSON, James Simpson.
MacQUILLIN,
George. See entry for KENT, N.B.
McVICAR,
Mrs. See entry for WOOD, Mrs. C.
McWILLIAM,
N.J. Lieut., Royal Engineers, Dunstable, Bedfordshire England, wrote in 1916 ,
applying for entry to Victoria Police. He was related to the late Sir Chas.
Cayzer, Bart., was a graduate of Dublin University, had been on the Western
Front. 2 pages, List 6.
MADDEN,
Mary Florence. See entry for
MADDEN,
Robert Joseph. See entry for ERASMUS, P.
MADELEY,
Henry, a Constable of Birmingham England wrote in 1896 re his aunts Priscilla
and Eliza Madeley, who left there 38 years ago, c.1858. 11 pages.
MADIGAN,
Mary. See entry for McNAMARA, Catherine
MAHER,
Martin, sought by nephew Dan MAHAR, Minnisota, USA in 1911. Maher was born in
Parish Temple Derry, Co. Tipperary. Police interview two Maher's but neither
from that parish. Included in file is a magazine clipping of a photograph of
the Tipperary First All Ireland Hurling Champions, 1887, which includes
several Maher players - two of the initial D, two of the initial M and one T.
Maher. List 12
MAHONEY,
Mrs. Lucy, of Kingsland, Auckland New Zealand, wrote in 1913 re her brother
John Benjamin WRIGHT, born Kingsland, London England, aged 66 years, who left
there c1865. She has recently joined her daughter and husband in New Zealand.
John was married to Sarah Matilda EVANS in Sydney and last heard of in
Collingwood in 1891. Police find his widow. 7 pages, List 12.
MAHONY,
William. See entry for O'MAHONY, Rev. John
MAILER,
James Melrose. Head Constable, Liverpool England, wrote in 1906 re this man who
had applied to join the police there. Local police are asked to interview his
referees and confirm references, which they do. 3 pages, List 11.
MALARIS,
Metros. See entry for ZERVAS, Peter
MALCOLMS.
See entry for NIXON, Joseph.
MALIN,
Catherine. See entry for MALIN, James
MALIN,
James of Philadelphia Pennsylvania USA wrote in 1914 re his relatives.
His aunt Catherine MALIN, a native of Kings Co. Ballingar Ireland, left there
about sixty years before and settled in Bendigo. She married Mr. SIMPSON
and they had four children. 7 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
MALLOY,
Robert. See entry for HARRISON, Mrs. Mary.
MALTON,
Hillas, of Bradford Yorkshire England, wrote in 1916 re his sister Blance, aged
21years, who was living in Brunswick. His letters have been returned. Police
locate her, she is to be married to a Mr. BENSON shortly. 5 pages, List 6.
MANCINELLI,
Scotti. See entry for AMERICI, Ugo.
MANGAN,
Michael. See entry for LARBY, Mrs. Mary.
MANN,
Mr. and Mrs. See entry for CLIVE, Andrew
MANN,
Ann. See entry for BROOK, A.W.
MANNING,
Harry. See entry for MEINUNG, Ettie.
MANNING,
Michael. See entry for RAFFERTY, Mrs. M.A.
MANSON,
Mary. See entry for BRESLIN, Thomas.
MAPSON,
Hart. Annie Beatrice THOMAS of Fitzroy claims he deserted his illegitimate
child to her in 1913. He was English, c25 years, and she believed he was in New
Zealand. Police locate him and he agrees to pay maintenance. 9 pages, List 12
MARCH,
Peter. See entry for MARZO, Pietro.
MARCH,
Richard Bassett, of Cardiff Wales, wrote in 1910 re his uncle William BASSETT,
a native of Plymouth Devon England. Relatives found. 7 pages, List 14.
MARCHBANK,
G. See entry for LUNN, Frederick D.
MARET,
Louise. See entry for PORTNER, Fritz.
MARGESSON,
Robert. See entry for HORSFIELD, Richard.
MARONEY,
Thomas John Adrian, D.C.M. See entry for REDFERN, Miss.
MARSCHNER,
Carolina & E.H.. See entry for KRAUSE, A.
MARSH,
Mary M., wrote from Calgary Alberta Canadia in 1915 re William Marsh. She is
the widow of his nephew Thomas B. Marsh. William wrote from Brunswick River in
1888. Not found. 10 pages, List 8.
MARSHALL,
E.E. See entry for HEDIGAN, W.
MARSHALL,
Mary, of Crosshill, Glasgow Scotland, wrote in 1906 re her husband John, who
left there seventeen years ago for Melbourne, to stay with his uncle James in
Melbourne. She hasn't heard from him in nine years, believes he is in W.
Australia. He was 46 years old, formerly a ship's steward and a freemason. Not
found. 9 pages, List 13.
MARSHALL,
Richard or Thomas. See PEARCE, Mrs. H.
MARTIN,
A. of Elsternwick. See BANVARD, Mrs. J.
MARTIN,
A.W., of Castlemaine Victoria. Writes to police that he has sent a bank draft
to his brother Thomas RESEIGH in New Zealand, and heard nothing back. NZ police
find him. 7 pages, 2 very faint - carbon copies. List 17.
MARTIN,
C., Consul for Switzerland, Melbourne, wrote in 1894 re Henri PERRIN, a Swiss
citizen about 35 years, from Payrne in the Canton de Vaud. Has heard he
has died and asks death certificate, but found alive. 5 pages, List 4.
MARTIN,
Charles Edward. See entry for MARTYN, Emily.
MARTIN,
E.S., Kenkian Assoc., Yates County New York USA wrote in 1897 re his uncles and
aunts: James and Margaret EMMERSON, George and Martha HUNTER, Margaret
MARTIN. He is a student, a graduate of Kinda College, father William a
farmer. 6 pages, List 4A
MARTIN,
James. See entry for COSTELLO, J.J.
MARTIN,
Joseph, Carne Hill Gover, near St. Austell Cornwall, wrote in 1911 re his uncle
William Martin, who 'built a large manshion and kept a large boat store'. He
has seen a newspaper report that someone of that name died and left a large
amount of money. Not found. 3 pages.
MARTIN,
Margaret. See entry for MARTIN, E.S.
MARTIN,
William. See entry for MARTIN, Joseph.
MARTYN,
Emily, wrote in 1905 from Sidcup Kent England re her husband Charles Edward
Martyn, falsely registered at birth as MARTIN, an illegitimate child of an old
man. Rambling letter, but seems that Charles had run off with
Harriet MILNER; photo of Charles and Harriet on file. 4 pages. File
incomplete, no response from police found. Additional file of 1917 has postage
stamp size photo of Charles Martyn, gives physical description, states falsely
registered at birth as Edward MARTIN at Charing Cross, known from birth to 1893
as Martyn, married her in 1886, has been several times to America etc. etc. Not
found. 11 pages, List 6. See Introduction re cost of copying photographs.
MARX,
Barney and Charles. . See entry for KOROALSKY, S.
MAY,
Andrena and William. See entry for TIPP, Mrs. A.
MARZO,
Pietro. Italian Consul in Melbourne writes in 1920 re this man, who was
naturalised as Peter MARCH. 6 pages, List 9.
MASHITER,
Richard. See entry for STUDHOLME, M.
MASON,
Isabella. See entry for DEWAR, D.
MATICI,
Robert. See entry for AMERICI, Ugo.
MATTHEWS,
D., Inspector, Alton Division, Hants Constabulary, England, wrote on behalf of
friends of Mrs. SPAIN, in 1893. She was living at Bairnsdale and in great
distress. 4 pages.
MATTHEWS,
Edward, of Dipton near Invercargill New Zealand, wrote in 1898. He had seen a
newspaper report of a murder, and wondered if the victim was his brother
William, who was a native of Gloucester England. Police confirm it was not. 6
pages, List 14.
MAXSEY,
F. of Dromyrourke, Muckross, Killarney Ireland, wrotge in 1914, asking the
Chief Commissioner to place the 'enclosed bills in the principal police
stations'. The handbills are for a 'Painless Cure for Hard Corns' and are still
on the file. He was formerly in the army, stationed at Gibraltar, Malta. 2
pages, and 5 copies of the bills. List 13.
MAXWELL,
Mrs. Jane Hird, wrote from Salt Lake City USA in 1908 re her brother Joseph
HIRD, a cabinetmaker, who emigrated to Melbourne in the 1860s; she is his only
sister. 5 pages.
MAYHEW,
Maria and Matilda. See entry for MAYHEW, W.
MAYHEW,
W. of Marion Park, East London, England wrote in 1903 re Maria, wife of
schoolmaster named HOLMES, who had a sister Matilda at Avoca Victoria.
She is entitled to a share in an estate. Relatives traced were Caroline
Grace KERNOT and William John HOLME, solicitor. 7 pages.
MEALLIN,
George R. See SINGER, Charles
Douglas.
MEEK,
Mrs. J., of St. Louis, Mo, USA, wrote in 1905 re Mathew and Dennis HAYES, who
formerly ran the Clare Castle Inn, and were her uncles. Police check here and
in Sydney, but not found. 7 pages, List 12.
MEDEKER,
Maurice and Ogden. See entry for ANDERSON, A.J.
MEIGHER,
Mrs. Mary. See entry for HARRISON, Martin
MEIKLE,
E.J. Mrs. See entry for KEEN, J.
MEIKLE,
Margaret. See entry for RICHARDSON, Mrs.
MEIKLEJOHN,
Mrs. A. See GREER, R.T.
MEINUNG,
Ettie, of Wellington New Zealand, wrote in 1918 re her husband Ernest Henry.
She left to visit her invalid mother, and he promised to send money but has
not. Police locate him, using name Harry MANNING. 4 pages, List 6.
MELDRUM,
Anne. See entry for DEWAR, D.
MERRY,
Mrs. Elizabeth. See entry for MICHELMORES.
MERTON,
John T. See entry for MILLER, John T.
MESSNER,
Eugene, of Fechenheim, Offenbacherlandstr, Germany, wrote twice in 1920 re his
uncle Fritz, who emigrated c1852. They
corresponded until the war. Reports the
death of his father and asks details of Fritz.
Detailed reply sent. 12 pages,
List 18.
MEYER,
Mrs. G.T. wrote in 1916 from Wellington New Zealand re G.N. (Harry) YOUNG, who
fathered an illegitimate child and kept her for 5 years, but has not maintained
her for the past 2 years. Believed to be in Melbourne; not found, but police
report a Harry Young enlisted in the A.I.F. and give physical description. 8
pages, List 6.
MEYER,
M.P. See entry for HAYES, Richard P.
MEYER,
P.J., solicitor, Goulburn, wrote in 1910 on behalf of Mrs. Septimus STYLES. She
was married to him in 1905, and they have two children. The marriage was kept
secret from his father who did not approve, so Septimus would inherit his
estate. Father has died, and Septimus has now married Ada May BURGESS and gone
to Canada with her. Meyer wants police to pay for his extradition to face
bigamy charges. 4 pages, List 13.
MICHELMORES,
solicitors, Exeter England, wrote in 1920 re relatives of Mrs. Ann ROWLANDS,
sister of Mrs. Elizabeth MERRY. Found. 3 pages, List 13.
MIDDLETON,
Emily. See ASHMAN, Mrs. Emily.
MIDDLETON,
John. T. Squires, acting superintendent of Stockport Union, Stockport England,
wrote in 1914 re this man, who had left there in January 1913, leaving a wife
and three children behind. He had not sent them any money for a year, had been
boarding with a Mrs. Archer in Richmond. He was 32 years old, a chocolate
moulder. Police interview Mrs. Archer who states he borrowed money from her and
has not been seen since. Not found. 13 pages, List 11.
MILBURN,
Mrs. See entry for THOMPSON, Ada.
MILES,
Hugh, Dunedin New Zealand, wrote in 1914 re the Chicago Electrical Appliance
Co., who had a branch office in Melbourne, and their 'Magic Mirrors'. He had
bought one on trial, returned it and not got a refund. Other complaints have
been received about this company. Police find the manager A. GREENBURGH has
gone to London. His former partner Frank GAYLOR denies any connection with the
company now. L.L. ROBINSON also denies any connection, even though he occupies
the same premises. 11 pages, List 10.
MILLAR,
James, solicitor, Duns, N.B., wrote in 1900 re William HASTIE who owes
maintenance on his illegitimate child there; brother of Adam. 5 pages, List 18.
MILLARD,
Mrs. A. of Millard, Taunton, Somerset England, wrote in 1918 re her daughter
Ada, whom she had not heard from for a year. Her sister, Mrs. SAMSON lived in
Albert Park. Found. Photo and 9 pages, List 16. (See comment above about the
cost of photo reproduction.)
MILLER,
John T. alias MERTON. Embezzled several thousand dollars from First
National Bank of Columbia PA USA and absconded. Reward poster and
photograph sent to Victorian police; was seen in New South Wales. Several
reports on his movements. 16 pages. (See comment about reproduction of
photographs at top of page)
MILLS,
Arthur Lees. See entry for MILLS, T.A.
MILLS,
Mr. T.A. of Oakamoor, North Staffs, England, wrote in 1905, re his brother
Arthur Lees Mills, a chemist, who went to Australia nearly 23 years ago.
3 pages.
MILLWARD,
Mrs. Elizabeth of Fall River, Mass., USA wrote in 1901 re her sister Mrs. Mary
Ann MOORHOUSE, widow of Thomas. 3 pages.
MILNER,
Harriet. See entry for MARTYN, Emily.
MITCHELL,
Fred of Bombay India wrote in 1906 re his wife Louisa who has run away with a
Mr. PAUL, real name LACHMINOVICE, a hotelkeeper in Karachi who deserted his
wife. 4 pages.
MITCHELL,
Louisa. See entry for MITCHELL, Fred.
MITCHELL,
Simon. Sought by sister Emma TRUSCOTT of Truro Cornwall in 1900; he left for
Australia 35 years ago. 7 pages, List 16
MOHR,
Claus. German Consul in Melbourne writes in 1911 seeking descendants of this
man, who died in Melbourne in 1895. 6 pages, List 15.
MOHRLE,
Matilda. See entry for MOHRLE, W.
MOHRLE,
W., wrote from Suva Fiji in 1893, re his children. One, Matilda, is in
Melbourne in care, 3 in care in Sydney. His wife is a drunkard and he has
not been able to pay maintenance until now. 6 pages.
MOMBERG,
Louis, of Apolda, Germany, wrote in 1901 re Emil PITSCHEL, a baker, 34yrs. Found.
2 pages, List 18. CONNECTION FOUND
MONIGATTI,
Antonio. Swiss Consul Melbourne wrote in 1919 re him; he had emigrated in 1883,
but no news had been heard from him since 1900. Found by police. 6 pages, List
10. CONNECTION FOUND
MOON,
Blanche H. See ANDERSON, James.
MOONEY,
Archie. Transvaal Town Police South Africa wrote in 1905 asking if
Mooney, presently in prison there, had a record in Australia; was an Australian,
aged 35 years. 7 pages.
MOONEY,
Bridget, sought by Captain of Detectives, Dallas USA, in 1918, on behalf of
'old Lady in this City that is a relative to the party in question...' Bridget
was born at Cloughan, King's County Ireland c1841, and arrived in Australia
c1861, married a Frenchman. Police find she married Philip LE LIEVRE and trace
family. 9 pages, List 6. CONNECTION FOUND
MOONEY,
Patrick. See entry for McDONALD, James.
MOONEY,
Thomas. See entry for McDONALD, James.
MOORE,
Albert. See entry for JACKSON, Annie M.
MOORE,
Arthur. See entry for MOORE, John G.
MOORE,
Frederick T. Wanted for embezzlement in Boston USA in 1906; reward notice
poster on file. William Gibson Moore, born London Canada, and c40 years of age,
is suspected of being the same person, but is subsequently proved not to be. He
is a mason and was managing Scottish Entertainers Donaldson & Spence, but
now selling photographs. Flyer from Donaldson & Spence also on file. 24
pages, List 11.
MOORE,
John Grant. New Scotland Yard wrote in 1906, enclosing two photos, one full
face and one profile, of this man, and asking if he was known to police in
Australia. Responses from N.S.W. and Tasmania police on file; he is a convicted
confidence man, nickname 'Sparrow Jack' and known also as John McDONALD or
GILBERT, also as Arthur MOORE. 8 pages, List 11. See top for information on
ordering photographs.
MOORE,
William Gibson. See entry for MOORE, Frederick T.
MOORHOUSE,
Mrs. Mary Ann. See entry for MILLWARD, Mrs. Elizabeth; see entry for
MOORHOUSE, Thomas
MOORHOUSE,
Thomas, of Providence, Rhode Island USA, wrote in 1914 re his widowed aunt Mrs.
Mary Ann Moorhouse, who died in September 1913. Her husband was his uncle and
namesake, and he believes he was entitled to a share of her estate. 7 pages,
List 7.
MORGAN,
Annie. See entry for COLLINS, Joseph H.
MORGAN,
Ernest P. of Portland Oregon USA wrote in 1907 re 'old chum' George SWAFFIELD
who migrated from London England to Australia recently. 4 pages.
MORGAN,
Mary. See entry for MORGAN, Stephen.
MORGAN,
Stephen V., of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA wrote in 1902 re his sister Mary
MORGAN who left Ireland in 1884, aged about 50 years now, a dressmaker. 7
pages.
MORGAN,
T. (Mr.) See entry for WILSON, Mrs. Eva.
MORGAN,
William. See entry for COLLINS, Joseph H.
MORGANS,
Mary. See entry for EVANS, William E.
MORIN,
Frank, wrote from Kingston Jamaica in 1914 re George Willis GAYLARD, who left
there 32 years ago, aged 17 years. He is writing on behalf of the family.
Police locate Gaylard. 4 pages, List 7
MORLEY,
Bartel, of Helena, Montana, USA, wrote in 1894 re his brother Fred. Not found.
2 pages, List 17.
MORRIS,
Mrs. F. of Temuka [?] New Zealand, wrote in 1905 re her brother George SWEET.
She had read in a newspaper that someone of that name had been killed. He was
41 years old and her only brother. Police report it was not him. 6 pages, List
15.
MORRIS,
J. Jones, solicitor, Blaenau Festiniog Wales, wrote in 1894 re Sir Edward POORE
who died recently in Australia. He owned a slate quarry in Portmadoc
North Wales, and left his wife and family there, and ran off with a servant,
Elizabeth DAVIES to Australia some years ago. Her sister Mrs. Ann JONES
seeks to make contact with her. 5 pages, List 4A
MORRISON,
F.W. of Belfast Ireland, wrote in 1900 re his brother James MORRISON, a native
of Belfast, who died in Melbourne. 3 pages.
MORRISON,
James. See entry for MORRISON, F.W.
MORRISSEY,
Dan. See entry for CARY, Mrs. Mary.
MORTON,
Mrs. Regina of Coronado S.D. Co., California USA, wrote in 1915 re finding
relatives of Jane BAILEY (married name not known) and George JAMES her cousin,
who went to Australia c70 years ago. She is looking for descendants of her
grandparents Baileys; were from Cambridge, her uncle was the great surgeon-artist-linguist
of Cambridge and St. Bartholomew's hospital, there were 18 children in his
family. Police reply too many of that name to research. 3 pages, List 8.
MOSHER,
Mrs. E. of Lawrence, Mass., USA, wrote in 1914 re her father Jeremiah WILSON,
whom she has heard has died. Her mother, who is 75 years old, is living with
her. Asks if he had any property. Police report he was an old age pensioner,
living in Williamstown, and his wife is still living there. He left no
property. 5 pages, List 11.
MOSLEY,
C., of Auckland New Zealand, wrote in 1901 re a Mosely who left there c1888 for
Melbourne, had six children and lived in St. Kilda. Not found. 8 pages, List
18.
MOSS,
David. Police in
MOSS,
MOSS,
Timothy, sought by brother George of Valdey Alaska USA. Found, had last heard
of his brother in Klondyke. 5 pages, List 8.
MOUNTAIN,
James. See entry for MOUNTAIN, Michael.
MOUNTAIN,
Michael, Oxford Warren County, New Jersey USA wrote in 1892 re his uncle James Mountain,
a carpenter from Ardmore Co. Waterford Ireland, with a wife and two children;
he will hear something to his advantage. Police find he committed
suicide. 8 pages.
MULCAIR,
T.J., of Mungret College, Limerick Ireland, wrote in 1914 re John HAYES, who
left Ireland c20 years ago for Sydney or Melbourne. Father was a doctor, mother
alive in Dublin and anxious to hear from him. He was formerly employed in a
bank there. Police check every John Hayes in Melbourne, but he is not found. 11
pages, List 8.
MUIR,
Mrs. Margaret Loudon. See ENTERKINE, R.
MULLALLY,
John, of Milltown, Ballrnecargy, Westmeath
MUNRO,
D. of Exmouth Devonshire wrote in 1901 from S.S. 'Lynton' at Newport. He
is a master mariner whose wife and has run off with - COOMBS, taking their four
year old child with her. Coombs has left his wife and two children
destitute. They arrived in Melbourne in September 1901, and will probably
use his wife's maiden name of JOHNSON. Coombs was a grocer and is working
at his trade. 2 pages. List 5.
MUNSLOW,
Alfred, of Wellington New Zealand, wrote in 1917 re his bother Arthur David
Munslow, who was last heard of in Melbourne three years ago; people in England
are anxious about him. 6 pages, List 6.
MUNSLOW,
Arthur David. See entry for MUNSLOW, Alfred.
MURE,
Mrs. Margaret Loudon. See ENTERKINE, R.
MURPHY,
Daniel. See entry for MURPHY, Kathleen.
MURPHY,
James. See entry for MURPHY, Kathleen.
MURPHY,
Mrs. James. See entry for ROBINSON, Rose.
MURPHY,
Joseph. See entry for MURPHY, Kathleen and Mary
MURPHY,
Joss. See entry for DASHWAY, Charles.
MURPHY,
Miss Kathleen of Worthing, Sussex England, wrote in 1920 re James, Joe and
Daniel MURPHY, her uncles, who came from 'Green Lane Co Waterford Clonmel Co
Tipperary Ireland'. She was the eldest daughter of their brother
William. 5 pages.
MURPHY,
Mrs. Mary of St. Kilda in Melbourne wrote in 1915 re her son Joseph MURPHY, who
left for the USA 9 years previously. She believes he is the person who was
known in California as John Howard WILSON, and who died there in 1911, and asks
police to check. File contains Californian death certificate, small photo of
Joseph and details of his life there. His identity is confirmed. 16 pages, List
7.
MURRAY,
Joseph Richard, of Calcutta Police, wrote in 1907 re joining Victoria police.
He was 29 yers, had been in the army. 3 pages, List 14.
MURRAY,
Michael or Patrick Michael. See entry for KENNEY, Thomas L.
MURRAY,
Peter, wrote from Waipati, Otago New Zealand in 1910 re Thomas Charles FISHER,
who used to live near Great Western, Victoria. Fisher was engaged to a local
girl, but rumour said he was already married in Victoria. 3 pages, List 5.
MUSCHIALLI,
Hannah. See entry for WAGNER, Heinrich.
MUSGROVE.
See entry for NEWBOLD, Ellen.
MUSSALMAN,
Ruldoo and Saman. See entry for SAMAN.
MUSTARD,
Alexander, sought by Miss Margaret Mustard of Unthank, Urquhart, Elgin,
Scotland in 1914. He was a ship's carpenter, last heard from seven months ago.
4 pages, List 13.
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FILES.
NAIRIERE,
E., Telegraph Commissioner, Angiers, France, wrote in 1893. He is the son
of a police commissioner, and is compiling 'descriptive summaries of police
systems of different countries'. Letter written in French. 2 pages.
NASH,
John, of Bishops Waltham, Hants, England, wrote in 1899 re William Edward
WYATT, his wife's brother. Wyatt (born in Portsmouth) left London in 1874
and was last heard of in Brisbane Queensland in 1885, but now believed to be in
Melbourne. Found after extensive search. 20 pages.
NEALE,
Louisa. See PURNELL, Walter James
NEALE,
David Adoneram. See entry for GADSDON.
NEEDHAM,
Frank Henry wrote from the Observatory, Cape Town South Africa re his cousin
W.H. BREDIN, son of Catherine. 3 pages.
NEEDS,
Richard. See HACKER, Mrs. E.
NEILD,
Alfred. See entry for EDMUNDS, L.
NELLEUM,
David. See entry for COHEN, Sara.
NESBITT.
See entry for HORNER, John
NETHERSOLE,
George Bradfield. Sought by solicitor Monsieur Napoleon ARGLES of Paris France,
in 1916. Was entitled to some property. Police find that he had died, but son
was still alive. 5 pages. List 6
NEVILLE,
Bridget. See entry for SCANLIN, Mary.
NEVILLE,
Lord Richard. See entry for ROBINSON, Rose.
NEWBERT,
Thomas, formerly of Fenton in Lincolnshire England, last heard of in 1861 at
Ballarat, sought by A.M. Newbert of Hull, England, in 1901. Thomas would be 80
years old. Not found. 3 pages, List 17.
NEWBOLD,
Ellen wrote from South Africa in 1903. A former army nursing sister, she
had met Sidney Ewan HALL of 5th Vic. Mounted Rifles in Pretoria 1901 and
married him in 1902. Now believes he was already married and he and his
first wife were formerly of WILLIAMSON MUSGROVE OPERATIC CO. He had
brothers George and Marshall. 7 pages.
NEWCOMBE,
Louisa. See BAIRD, Robert.
NICHOL,
William. See entry for MABON, Mrs. Jane.
NICHOLLS,
Mrs. See PRICE, Mrs. H.
NICHOLLS,
Gladys, Windsor Ontario Canada, wrote in 1917 re William NICHOLLS. Police reply
that details are too meagre to trace - she only gave his name. 3 pages, List 6.
NICHOLLS,
John. See entry for AVIS, Horace.
NICHOLS,
Albert. See entry for WATKINSON, Mrs. C.L.
NICHOLS,
Horace. See entry for ROLLAND, Mary
NICHOLSON,
Sir Arthur, Bart. See entry for WILSON, Mrs. Isaac.
NICHOLSON,
Emma. See WARD, Thomas
NICHOLSON,
John and Margaret. See LAZONBY, Edward
NICKSON,
Ellen Rebecca. See entry for WOODWARD, George W.
NICOLSON,
William Isaac. Left Melrose Scotland many years ago, now aged about 60
years, was in Adelaide South
Australia for some time. Solicitor writes on behalf of his un-named
brother; has heard he has drowned. 5 pages.
NICOURT,
Benjamin Victor. Letter written in French, sought by someone.
1862. 2 pages, List 5.
NIELSEN,
Ellen Matilda, wrote in 1914 from Devonport New Zealand, asking police to find
her late husband Peter's naturalisation papers so she had claim a pension. He
died 6 months previously. Police forward file to New Zealand police, asking for
more details, and the file is returned with the comment that Ellen has learnt
from the Public Trustee in Auckland that he was a married man, with a wife and
4 children in Chilwell near Geelong. As her children are now illegitimate, she
is not entitled to a widow's pension, and wishes the investigation dropped. 5
pages, List 8.
NIELSEN,
Peter. See NIELSEN, Ellen
NISBET,
George Dundas. See entry for RITCH, William
NIXON,
Joseph, Glendale, Ontario Canada, wrote in 18993 re two Mr. MALCOLMS,
bachelors, who had died in Australia; there had been newspaper advertisements
for heirs. Reply states details provided too meagre. 5 pages.
NOLAN,
-. See entry for FENELON, J. Robert.
NOLAN,
Julia. See entry for DRISCOLL, Annie.
NOLAN,
William of Stanford near Hycter/Kycter [?] England wrote in 1892 re William
McDONALD who took his discharge from the 64th Regiment in 1853 and sailed from
Bombay to Melbourne. He was married, with 1-2 children, born in the North
of Ireland, a cabinet maker. His wife was from Kilkenny Ireland.
His wife's family have asked Nolan to try and find them. Police searched
unsuccessfully. 6 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
NORMAN,
-. See entry for READ & READ.
NORRIS,
Albert, sought by his sister Mary Ann, c/- Thomas PRICE, Harewood House,
Cardiff, in 1914. He was a native of Embrough, Somerset. Not found. 4 pages,
List 8.
NORTON,
Mrs. Henrietta of Wynburg, Cape Colony, wrote in 1919 re her daughter Sarah,
Mrs. WATERFALL, whose husband was an electrical engineer. Not found. 5 pages,
List 15.
NOWLAN,
William B. See entry for COCHRANE, Mary.
NOWRY,
James P. of Victoria B.C. Canada, wrote in 1900 re his uncle Daniel ROBILLIARD
of Talbot, who has not answered his letters. James's grandmother was Mrs.
Margaret Robilliard of Jersey Channel Islands. Found. 9 pages, List 18.
NUGENT,
Edward Barnett. See entry for SEDGWICK, Henry N.M. and KENNEDY, Hugh V.
NUGENT,
R.R. See entry for KENNEDY, Hugh V.
NUTTALL,
Edward L. See entry for CONROY, Julia
OAKLEY,
Harry. See entry for C.H. SMITH.
O'BRIEN,
Dennis. See entry for O'BRIEN, Michael.
O'BRIEN,
Mr. J. of Glasgow Scotland, wrote in 1919 re his sister Mrs. Mary McLAUGHLIN,
who left there 6-7 yers ago for Melbourne. Found. 3 pages, List 17.
O’BRIEN,
James and Bridget. See LEONARD, Patrick.
O'BRIEN,
Mary. See entry for O'BRIEN, Timothy.
O'BRIEN,
Michael, of Halifax Nova Scotia, wrote in 1892 re his brother Dennis, who died
in Melbourne in 1876, and had come to Australia as warder in the convict
service, and married Sophie COLEMAN in Melbourne. He was formerly from
London. They had two daughters, Elizabeth and Ellen. Michael's aunt
died earlier in the year, and Dennis's family entitled to a share of the estate.
Daughters were found, one now Mrs. O. CARLSEN. Mother Sophie had
remarried John WILLIAMS, but was now dead. 7 pages.
O'BRIEN,
Timothy, San Francisco, California USA, wrote n 1893 re his aunt Mary O'BRIEN,
who left Ireland 'with a bevy of young girls who sailed from Dublin Bay in May
1849' for Australia; she was then 18 years. The family have not heard
from her since. 2 pages, List 4.
O'CALLAGHAN,
Tim. See entry for HOEY, J.
O'CONNELL,
Edward. See ARMSTRONG, A.W.
O'CONNER,
John. See entry for JOHNSTON, Mrs. Jane.
O'CONNOR,
Mary. See entry for McCARTHY, William C.
O'CONNOR,
Michael. See entry for KENNEDY, Michael.
O'CONNOR,
Nora. See entry for KENNEDY, Michael.
O'CONNOR,
Patrick. See entry for WILSON, R.
O’DONNELL,
David, born Ballysheedy, Co
O'DOW,
Lucy F. (Mrs.). Wrote in 1914 from Dedrick California USA re a diamond brooch
she had left (ie pawned) with Mr. FRANKLIN in Melbourne some years previously.
Her brother John A. OSBORNE had paid part of the amount owing, and she had paid
the rest, but the brooch had not been returned. 'She had bad luck in Melbourne,
lost £600 in bad investments' but hoped to return. Franklin confirms he has
brooch, and wrote to the brother, seeking written permission from her to post
it to him, but his letter was returned from the Dead Letter Office. 9 pages,
List 8.
O'DOWD,
Patrick. See entry for McCARRY, J.
O’DWYER,
Myles, of Brockton, Mass., USA, wrote in 1906, seeking address of his father
James, who retired from the police force in 1904. Found.
4 pages, List 19.
O'GRADY,
Maurice and Michael. See entry for O'NEILL, William
O'GRADY,
Polly. See entry for
O'HARE,
John. See entry for SULLIVAN, Mrs. Magt.
O'KANE,
William, solicitor, Garvagh, Co. Derry Ireland wrote in 1914 re the estate of
late Patrick O'KANE of Gortmacrane Kierea, Co. Londonderry, who died in 1913,
leaving a legacy to the children of his late daughter Ellen. She had gone to
Australia many years previously and married a man named Spreadby. All her
relations were in the USA and no-one had an address for her. Police establish
the surname is SPREADBURY and find two daughters. Further letter results in
additional police action. 13 pages, List 7
O'KEENAN,
Shaun. See entry for McERLAIN, Michael
OLIVERA,
Mrs., of Honolulu wrote in 1919 re her son Louis, 18 years, who had been on a
steamship and taken ill. 4 pages.
OLLIS,
W., of Stockwell England, wrote in 1894 thanking police for finding his
son. (Earlier letter missing from file). 1 Page List 4.
OLSEN,
Charles. See entry for OLSEN, J.
OLSEN,
Mrs. John of Seattle Washington USA wrote in 1914 re the late Carl Gustaf
Anderson BOYE who died in Maryborough hospital, seeking details of his estate.
Police establish it is Maryborough Qld, and not Victoria that is meant, and
send file there. They find that Boye's estate was left to August Ludwig
ANDERSSON and Pehr Eric ANDERSSON of Catharineholm Klastrop, Nykopings Land,
Sweden. 9 pages, List 7.
OLSEN,
J., of St. Paul, Minnesota USA, wrote in 1893 re his brother Charles. 1
page.
OLSEN,
Olaf. See entry for KLEPSTAD, Paul.
OLVERENSHAW
or RENSHAW, Thomas. Solicitors Challinors
and Shaw of Leek, Staffordshire England, wrote in 1904 re the two sons of
Thomas, whom they had not heard from since 1899. 2 pages, List 18.
O'MAHONY,
Rev. John wrote from Kanturth, Co Cork Ireland in 1856, seeks confirmation that
his brother William MAHONY has died in Victoria - left Ireland in 1852. 2
pages. List 4.
O'MEARA,
Jerry. See VEALE, R.R.
O'NEIL,
Miss Lottie, teacher, New Brunswick, Canada, wrote in 1899 re Michael O'NEIL or
NEIL, her uncle, c66 yrs. Her father Patrick Byrnes O'NEIL died in Williamstown
c1868, and her family left. Father's other brothers were William and Harry.
Found. 7 pages, List 18.
O'NEILL,
Maurice. See entry for O'NEILL, William
O'NEILL,
Michael and Patrick See entry for CONNER, Mrs. Margaret
O'NEILL,
William and Maurice write in 1892 re Maurice and Michael O'GRADY, who left
Ireland 45-50 years ago, and were from Tralee, Co Kerry Ireland. 2 pages.
OPIE,
Miss Isabella. Letter from assistant to
Major COX, British Resident, Persian Gulf, 1905, thanking police for the
detective’s report on Opie. Incomplete
file, no personal details on her. 2
pages, List 18.
ORAM,
George, of Hackney, London, wrote in 1901 re uncle William ORAM or ALLEN, who
left London in 1882. Police interview two of that name, one of whom is
apparently the right person, but has never heard of his nephew. 7 pages,
List 5.
ORCHARD.
See entry for PRENDERGAST, John.
O'REILLY,
- Mrs. See entry for CAPLES, John.
O'REILLY,
Catherine, Edward, Eugene. See entry for REILLEY, Edward.
O'REILLY,
Gerald. Chief of Police, Cape Town South Africa, writes in 1894.
O'Reilly, aged 19, has left by ship for Australia without parents' knowledge or
approval; is probably heading for his aunt Mrs. M. Fitzgerald in
Melbourne. Asks police to meet ship, which they do. 11 pages List
4A
ORLOFF,
Mr. See entry for WILLIAMS, J.
O'ROURKE,
Harold (known as Bill). See entry for OWENS, Mrs. L.
O'ROURKE,
L.W., Attorney, of Portland Oregon USA, wrote in 1920 re Edwin H. WILMA, known
as 'Bert' Wilma, and in the advertising business. Wilma's wife has
died. 4 pages.
O'ROURKE,
William. See entry for OWENS, Mrs. L.
O'ROURKE,
William J., of Brooklyn New York USA, wrote in 1893 re Thomas TOOHEY, who lost
his wife through a fire and became an invalid through shock. For the last
20 years Mrs. DWYER, now deceased, has been trying to find him. O'Rourke
is her cousin. Police locate Toohey, who has been writing to Nellie
DWYER, her daughter. 8 pages.
ORR,
Mocine (?) See entry for STUART, Mrs. Annie.
ORR,
Samuel. Sought by sister Martha Orr and her son John McGRADY of Old Cunmock,
Ayrshire, Scotland, in 1905. Last heard of 13 years ago. Found. 9 pages, List
12.
ORTNER,
Johanna nee EIDENHAMMER. Sought by Swedish Consul in Melbourne (acting for
Austro- Hungarian interests in Melbourne) in 1919. Found by police. 6 pages,
List 10.
OSBORNE,
Elizabeth Ann, wrote from London England in 1900 re her husband Samuel Slack
Osborne; she has heard he is dead and seeks details. Police reply that his
brother Frederick arranged burial and he only left a small estate. Two letters
from her, with almost intelligible handwriting. 6 pages, List 12.
OSBORNE,
John A. See entry for O'DOW, Lucy F.
O'SHAUGHNESSY,
Margaret. See entry for KING, Margaret
OSMAN,
Harry, of Coff's Harbour NSW. Detailed police file shows that his wife Edith
Maud ran off with Edward CASS/COSTELLO/HOWARD, taking her daughter Lillian
Louise with her. Edith died in childbirth in 1913. (Funeral card on file). Cass
then came to Victoria and married Ena Frances Mary STEWART nee STEANE, a widow,
in 1914, and the pair, with Lillian, then went to South Africa. Ena was not
happy there and returned to Victoria, asking police to investigate his
background, and take care of the child, who had returned with her. Police
establish that Cass's first wife in Queensland is looking for him, and that he
also seduced Alice ASHTON or PARKER, who had a child to him. Police cannot find
Osman to return his daughter to him, but a former workmate of his, Arthur
Thomas RICHARDS, offers to take the child. Photo of Cass and Lillian on file.
(What a story!) 20 pages, List 8.
OSMAND,
W.H. See entry for TUCKER, Anthony.
O'TOOLE,
John, burned to death at Walhalla in 1910. Father Patrick and brother Joseph in
Lettermore Co. Galway Ireland write asking for details which are provided. John
had gone to Australia many years before. 15 pages, List 15.
OTWAY,
Benjamin. See TOMBLIN, J.
OUTWIN,
C.W. of Balham London England, wrote in 1914 re his brother Edward who left
Deal Kent many years ago. Police locate him. 6 pages, List 7.
OWEN,
Mrs. Ellen, Matron of Baptist Home, Brooklyn New York USA, wrote in 1894 re her
son John W. BAYLY, who had been living in Melbourne since 1870, and whom she
has not heard from since 1886. Bayly is her son by a previous marriage,
she married Rev. J.J. Owen, Baptist Minister in 1869. 9 pages, List 4.
OWEN,
Frank of Dishergarph P.O. via Sitarampur E.S.R. Bengal India wrote in 1914 re
father in law Frederick Major DOWNES, living in Melbourne. Left wife and
daughter destitute in England in 1904. Wife lived with her mother, but upon her
death has nowhere to go and is destitute. Downes has failed to pay maintenance,
and is a drunkard. Police interview him and report he claims to have been sober
for 9 years but declines to answer any questions. Photo. 10 pages, List 7. See
instructions re cost of photo.
OWEN,
Richard, postmaster, Chester England, wrote in 1862 on behalf of mother and
sister of John THOMAS, killed in mining accident in Bendigo in 1859.
Father was a limeburner in Selantyrenr, Oswentry, Shropshire and is now
dead. Enquires re property left. 8 pages, List 5.
OWEN,
Robert. See entry for OWEN, Samuel.
OWEN,
Samuel, wrote in 1892 re his only brother Robert, a native of Co. Wexford
Ireland. 2 pages.
OWENS,
Mrs., of Chicago, USA, wrote in 1893 re her only son George Wm. OWENS.
She has lost his address. 4 pages.
OWENS,
James wrote from Argold Buildings, Blackwood, Wales, England in 1892 re John
OWENS of Cardinganshire Wales, who came to Australia c12 years ago and stayed
with his uncle Robert OWENS at Mordialloc. Robert is now deceased.
11 pages.
OWENS,
John and Robert. See entry for OWENS, James.
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PACE,
Arthur. See entry for BYRNE, Thomas W. and IRVINE, W.
PACKER,
[PUCKER?] Mrs. Lucy of Franklin, Oneida, C.O., Idaho USA, wrote in 1894 re John
BERRY, who lived in Adelaide 50 years ago. He is her father's brother; her
father was Edward Berry and he came from Stockport England. 3 pages, List
4.
PACKHAM,
Edward. See entry for PACKHAM, W.
PACKHAM,
W., of Croydon, Surrey England wrote in 1920 re son Edward, not heard from for
two years. 11 pages.
PAGE,
Charles. See entry for WOLFE, Charles.
PAGE,
David. See entry for GABEL, A.J.
PAGUE,
Francis. (or PAQUE). Belgian Consul in
Melbourne wrote in 1905, on behalf of Foreign Office, Brussels, seeking
information about this man. He was on the goldfields in the 1860s and 1870s,
later in Melbourne. Police interview old residents of Talbot, who give
conflicting reports, one stating he died over twenty years ago, but the other
saying he has no recollection of this. Not found. 10 pages, List 12.
PAINTER,
Mrs. Ethel E. of Box House, Kemsing, Kent England, wrote a series of letters
1914-1916 re her husband Ernest Charles, who left her in 1911. Miss Agnes CASEY
of Malvern (Vic.) was to marry him, but cancelled the wedding after her letter.
She is going to divorce him. 34 pages, some repetitive, and photo, List 7. See
instructions at top for details of photo costs.
PALETHORPE,
H. Information sought by his wife Sara of Burton on Trent, Staffordshire
England, in 1905. They separated in Australia c16 years ago, and she and their
two daughters came to England, leaving the son George in Australia. The father
was a picture dealer, last heard of in Richmond. Found interstate. 6 pages,
List 15.
PALMER,
Mrs. E., of Glencourt Stable, Brondesbury Park, Kilburn England, wrote in 1915
re relative Thomas A. PETTY, station master in Victoria, who has not answered
her letters. Found. 6 pages, List 7.
PALMER,
Emily. See entry for PALMER, William.
PALMER,
Mrs. M.A. of Napier New Zealand, wrote in 1911 re her son Joseph Charles Palmer
and his friend James GRAHAM of Bendigo Victoria. The pair left New Zealand in
June 1910 for Melbourne and she hasn't heard anything since. Not found. 11
pages, List 13.
PALMER,
Robert J. of South African Police, Spioenkop, Saltpan via Brandford Orange Free
State, applied for entry to Victoria Police Force in 1914. 3 pages.
PALMER,
Willliam Charles and sister Emily Elizabeth, were sought by their mother Mrs.
E. Palmer of Los Angeles USA in 1915. Their father was killed in a train
accident in New South Wales in 1891. The widow returned to Cheswick England,
but is now in California. Not found. 11 pages, List 7. Earlier letter in 1901
also located, 12 pages, List 17.
PAQUE. See PAGUE.
PARE,
Louis Xavier. French Consul in Melbourne wrote in 1894 seeking details of him;
last heard of in 1886. 7 pages, List 17.
PARK,
Arthur. See entry for HICKEY, F.F.
PARK,
William. See McLEOD, Mrs. John S.
PARKER,
A.J. See entry for HAVEN, Laura.
PARKER,
Alice. See entry for OSMAN, Harry
PARKER,
Charles. Wife Katherine wrote in 1914 from Christchurch New Zealand. He
deserted her and their three children 51/2 years ago, she is now filing for
divorce and wants to know whether he is still alive. He was born at Bonny Doon
near Mansfield, son of John, and had brothers John and Ted. 5 pages, List 8.
PARKER,
Charles Henry. See entry for WALTERS, Rev. Charles.
PARKER,
George. See entry for HAWKINS, G.E.
PARKER,
J.T., late detective of Leeds, Yorkshire England, now a private agent. Wrote in
1901 on behalf of the mother of John DUXBURY. 6 pages, List 18.
PARKER,
Jack. See entry for PARKER, Mrs. M.E.
PARKER,
John and Katherine See entry for PARKER, Charles
PARKER,
Mrs. M.E. of St. Leonards on Sea, England, wrote in 1892 re her husband Jack
who left England in 1888. He was about 41 years of ago and had been a
soldier. 3 pages.
PARKER,
Rose Victoria. See Wife Deserters page for FLORY.
PARKER,
Thomas. See entry for WILLIAMS, M. and HAWKINS, G.E.
PARKINS,
Ethel. See entry for HISLOP, Wm.
PARKINS,
Lillian. See McDONALD, L.
PARKINSON,
E. of Bedford Park, New York USA wrote in 1901 re William Parkinson, a wealthy
man of Melbourne or Sydney. 3 pages, List 9. CONNECTION FOUND
PARKINSON,
William. See entry for PARKINSON, E.
PARNELL,
Mrs. Edsin [?], mother of Brigadier General J.P. Parnell, sought by her niece
Mrs. E.C. VAREY of Toronto Canada in 1919. Found. 4 pages, List 16.
PAROVACINA.
See entry for TOGNOLINI, A.
PARRAVICINI,
Domenico. Italian Consul in Melbourne wrote in 1906. The Italian government
seeks his whereabouts. Others of that surname interviewed, but he is not found.
5 pages, List 11.
PARROTT,
Mrs. L., wrote from Bristol England in 1892 re William DARE, her mother
Priscilla's brother. He left there
in 1851 and hasn't been heard of since. They have heard he has died, and
they were advertised for