INDEX TO MISSING PEOPLE FOUND IN
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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.
There
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 2009 I have
only checked some 360 of these boxes [sigh!].
Please note that I do not have this material in my
possession; it is held at the Public Record Office. However, for a fee of
$35 (Aust dollars) per file plus photocopying costs, I am willing to organise
copies of a file. Accessing these files requires a visit to the PRO,
ordering the relevant box of material, locating the file, ordering a photocopy
and collecting that copy about a week later. When someone requests a file I keep a note of
their details, and place a CONNECTION FOUND next to the relevant
entry. If in the future someone else
requests the same file, I put the two researchers in touch with one another.
ARRANGING PHOTOCOPIES OF THE FILES.
1. Note the names,
date and detail of the file, including the number of pages involved.
2. Work out the cost of photocopying, at 65c. per page, (including GST)
as charged by the Public Record Office. Add $AUS35 retrieval fee for each
file. (No GST charged on retrieval fee.)
3. Either send a cheque in Australian Dollars made out to
Harriland Press to
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address.
5. You will be emailed when your letter arrives and the photocopies are
ordered, and again when your order has been posted to you. Please be
advised that there is currently some 10 days delay in photocopying orders at
the Public Record Office. My email address is hdh1atozemail.com.au [You will
need to remove the 'at' and replace with @].
6. Note: The Public Record Office will not allow photocopying of
photographs. The minimum charge for reproduction of a photograph by the P.R.O.
is $A7, and there is a delay of about a month. However the PRO also now
offers a digital copy of a photo, produced on a CD, for $15. There is a quicker turnaround with the
digital copy.
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
McCOLL,
Neil, wrote from Police Station, Shiskine,
McCRACKEN,
Mrs. of
McCREADY,
William A., of Articlave, Castlerock, Co. Derry
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.
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.
McDONALD,
Angus, of Invercargill New
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,
James, Inspector of Poor, Parish Council,
McDONALD,
John Alexander, of Bermondsay
McDONALD,
Lillian nee PARKINS, wrote from Gisborne New
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.
MacDONNELL,
Carlotta, wrote from
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.
McENAMY,
Miss S.M. wrote from
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,
Ellen, of Whiteinch by
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
McGLINCHY,
James, of Stoke Newington London
MacGRATH,
Robert, Ordnance Dept. Gibraltar, wrote in 1894 re his only brother John, who
left
McGREGOR,
V.B. of
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.
McINTIRE,
John of
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.
MacKAY,
Mrs. of Springwell, Blantyr, Lanarkshire
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.
McKILLOP,
Samuel, of
McKNIGHT,
Miss Mary of
McLAREN,
Archibald, tailor, Scotch, sought by wife C. of
McLEOD,
Mrs. John S., of
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 of Caher Co. Clare
McMEIKAN,
Joseph, sought by Mrs. J. McMeikan of
McMENEMY,
Mrs. Maude of
McMILLAN,
William B., of
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,
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.
McNEILL,
P.F. wrote in 1892 re Bridget Davoran, from Moycullen Co Galway
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
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.
MAHER,
Martin, sought by nephew Dan MAHAR, Minnisota,
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.
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.
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
MALTON,
Hillas, of Bradford Yorkshire
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,
Richard Bassett, of Cardiff Wales, wrote in 1910 re his uncle William BASSETT,
a native of Plymouth Devon
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,
Mary, of Crosshill,
MARTIN,
A.W., of Castlemaine
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,
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,
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.
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.
MARZO,
Pietro. Italian Consul in Melbourne writes in 1920 re this man, who was
naturalised as Peter MARCH. 6 pages, List 9.
MATTHEWS,
D., Inspector, Alton Division,
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,
W. of
MEEK,
Mrs. J., of
MEINUNG,
Ettie, of Wellington New
MESSNER,
Eugene, of Fechenheim,
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,
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,
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.
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.) CONNECTION FOUND
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,
Mr. T.A. of Oakamoor, North Staffs,
MILLWARD,
Mrs. Elizabeth of
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,
Simon. Sought by sister Emma TRUSCOTT of Truro Cornwall in 1900; he left for
Australia 35 years ago. 7 pages, List 16
MOGRIDGE,
C.H. Wrote from Kent England in 1907 re
his cousin Ruth HURLEY. Someone has told
a relative they are entitled to money left by her. Claims that c1850 a Nathan GREEN was
transported to
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,
W., wrote from
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
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
MOORE,
Frederick T. Wanted for embezzlement in
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.
MOORHOUSE,
Thomas, of
MORGAN,
Ernest P. of
MORGAN,
Stephen V., of
MORIN,
Frank, wrote from
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.
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
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
MOSS,
David. Police in Glastonbury, Somerset
UK enquire about his Victorian background in 1894, 45 years, Jewish. 5 pages, List 22.
MOSS,
Frederick. A banker, he embezzled funds in India. Police file
reports his arrival in Melbourne, and apprehension in Adelaide in 1893.
11 pages.
MOSS,
Timothy, sought by brother George of Valdey Alaska USA. Found, had last heard
of his brother in Klondyke. 5 pages, List 8.
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.
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.
MURPHY,
Miss Kathleen of
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,
Peter, wrote from Waipati, Otago New
MUSTARD,
Alexander, sought by Miss Margaret Mustard of Unthank, Urquhart,
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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.
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
NEWBERT,
Thomas, formerly of Fenton in
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.
NICHOLLS,
Gladys,
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.
NIXON,
Joseph,
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
NORRIS,
Albert, sought by his sister Mary Ann, c/- Thomas PRICE, Harewood House,
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.
NOWRY,
James P. of
O'BRIEN,
Mr. J. of
O'BRIEN,
Michael, of
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’DONNELL,
David, born Ballysheedy, Co Limerick
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’DWYER,
Myles, of
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
OLIVERA,
Mrs., of
OLLIS,
W., of Stockwell England, wrote in 1894 thanking police for finding his
son. (Earlier letter missing from file). 1 Page List 4.
OLSEN,
Mrs. John of
OLSEN,
J., of St. Paul, Minnesota USA, wrote in 1893 re his brother Charles. 1
page.
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'NEIL,
Miss Lottie, teacher,
O'NEILL,
William and Maurice write in 1892 re Maurice and Michael O'GRADY, who left
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.
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
O'ROURKE,
L.W., Attorney, of
O'ROURKE,
William J., of Brooklyn
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.
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. CONNECTION FOUND
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. CONNECTION FOUND
OUTWIN,
C.W. of Balham London
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. CONNECTION
FOUND
OWEN,
Richard, postmaster,
OWEN,
Samuel, wrote in 1892 re his only brother Robert, a native of Co. Wexford
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.
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PACKER,
G. Wife L. writes from
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,
W., of Croydon, Surrey
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,
George, sought by nephew Sidney Thomas MORGAN of Tonypandy,
PALMER,
Mrs. M.A. of Napier New Zealand, wrote in 1911 re her son Joseph Charles Palmer
and his friend James GRAHAM of
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
PARE,
Louis Xavier. French Consul in Melbourne wrote in 1894 seeking details of him;
last heard of in 1886. 7 pages, List 17.
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,
J.T., late detective of Leeds, Yorkshire
PARKER,
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
PARNELL,
Mrs. Edsin [?], mother of Brigadier General J.P. Parnell, sought by her niece
Mrs. E.C. VAREY of
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 as next of kin. 5
pages. CONNECTION FOUND
PARRY,
- Mrs. Wrote from Oakdale near Blackwood South Wales in 1920 re her only
brother Thomas Henry EVANS, 42 years, previously a ship's cook. She has heard
he is dead. Police confirm and give details. 6 pages, List 13.
PARRY,
Mrs. E. of Litherland, Liverpool England, wrote in 1920 re her daughter Mrs.
W.H. ROBINSON, who sailed from England to join her husband, an Australian
soldier, in Melbourne, and had written that she was destitute. 4 pages, List 18.
PARRY,
J.A., wrote from Birkenhead England in 1916 re his son in law Henry KIRBY, who
deserted ship 3½ years ago, leaving his wife and two children. He enlisted in
Broadmeadows Victoria as a single man. Records show he joined the AIF, sailed
for the front and returned in 1915, suffering from debility. Found by police.
17 pages. List 6
PARRY,
William Richard; wrote to the Governor of Victoria in 1903 re Owen PARRY,
native of Llanerchymedd, Anglesey, North Wales, who had left there about
fifty years ago for Bendigo, and was last heard from forty years ago. 9
pages.
PARSELLE,
T.G. Boyd, born 1875 Kent, and late of the 4th Royal Irish Dragoon Guards,
stationed in India, had recently arrived in Tasmania (1899), and applied to
join the Victorian Police Force. 2 pages, List 11.
PARTINGTON,
Mrs. Sarah of Farnworth near Bolton, Lancashire England, wrote in 1902 re her
brother George ROYLE, 67 years, who left Manchester in 1865. 13 pages,
List 15.
PATROS,
Panayotis, pilot, French Station, Constantinople, wrote in 1896 re his brother
Antone, a Greek subject, living in
PATTERSON,
Thomas, of
PAUL,
Mr. E. of
PAVEY,
Sidney of Toronto, Ontario, Canada wrote in 1911 re Mrs. William T. POOLE Jnr.
of Sale Victoria, nee Florence Louise PENN of Pembury near Tunbridge Wells Kent
England. He wrote on behalf of her mother, her sister Mrs. PHILPOTT and
his wife who was another sister. The family were worried about her, and
had not heard from her since 1910. 4 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
PAYNE,
Mary Frazier, wrote from
PEACOCK,
Mrs. Jane, Stockport England, wrote in 1910 re James HANDS or RAGION. Police
listed and traced every person named HANDS in Melbourne directory, but could
not trace James. 20 pages, List 5.
PEARCE,
Mrs. Henrietta, of Toronto Canada, wrote in 1901 re a man named either Richard
or Thomas MARSHALL who married a Miss Margaret VAUGHAN in Ireland c50 yrs ago
and left for Australia. 2 pages, no effort made to trace. List 18.
PEARCE,
Captain Richard William. Sought by
Ottawa Trust & Dep. Co., of Ottawa Canada, in 1898; last heard from in
1871. Found. 5 pages, List 18.
PEARCE,
Thomas, of Exeter West, Devonshire England, wrote in 1918 re his sister Mrs.
Emma COURT. Found. 6 pages, List 18.
PEHRSSON,
W. of Stadsmaklare Sweden, wrote in 1901 to Robert A. THOMPSON & Co.,
periodicals importers, asking for help in finding his brother, who arrived here
in 1854, was living at Bendigo and using the name John PETERSON. He had had a
letter from Karl VAN DAMME who told him his brother was paralyzed. Letter was passed
to police who confirm details. 7 pages, List 15.
PENGELLY,
W.H. of Landsborough,
PENROSE,
Miss Margaret Jane, of Launceston Cornwall
PEOPLES,
Charles J. of Philadelphia USA wrote in 1918 re his uncle William, who left Co.
Londonderry Ireland c1860 and had a sheep farm in Australia. He promised his
late father that he would try and trace him. Not found. 10 pages, List 6.
PEPPER,
Richard and unnamed wife, once servants of George CRAWSHAY of London, emigrated
to Melbourne c1854 with their son William aged 13 years. Crawshay
has heard the parents have died and is willing to pay for William's
return to England, 1855. 9 pages. List 4.
PERCEVAL,
Montague W. Cairns, (Dr.). Deserted wife Jane in Melbourne, 1900. He was in New
Zealand, believed heading for Cape Town South Africa, with Mrs. Agnes PORTEOUS passing
as his wife. Jane is heading for London via Cape Town and asks police for
assistance.
PERRY,
John, formerly of Wigan,
inquires for his whereabouts in 1892, but he was not found. 4 pages.
PESCIO,
Andrea. Italian Consul in Melbourne wrote in 1905 seeking information on him.
He was Italian, born 1843, said to have been in Bendigo in the 1860s. Not
found. 5 pages, List 15.
PHALM,
Mrs. T.W. of
PHILLIPS,
Daniel of London England, wrote in 1914 re his son Joseph who left there in
July 1913 for Victoria as an assisted emigrant, and hasn't been heard of since.
He is 18 years old. Police fail to locate him. 10 pages, List 7
PHILLIPS,
Mrs. Margaret. Sought by her brother Thomas SMITH in Mataura New Zealand in
1899. Her daughter who was born in Invercargill drowned in the Yarra river
c1893. Not found. 16 pages, List 17.
PICKERING,
James. Solicitors from Penrith Cumberland England, write on his behalf in 1910
re his son George H. Pickering, c32 years, a marine engineer. He received a
letter from Jack FARRELL telling him his son had died on a voyage from
Singapore, and seeks confirmation, which cannot be found. 11 pages, List 12.
PICKERING,
Robert, wrote in 1894 from Newcastle on Tyne England, re his brother William Thomas
Pickering, who left Stockton on Tees c10 years before. In Chicago he used
the name of George HENDERSON, now believed to be in Ballarat. Letter to
brother on file, mentions Charlie, Arthur, Violet, Jenny, Jack, Andrew,
George. 5 Pages. List 4.
PILLAI,
C.W. Kathiravale, police magistrate,
PINFOLD,
Mrs. Ann of Shrewley, Hatton,
PIPER,
Mrs. E.E.B. of Washington USA, wrote in 1915 re her brother Frank M. BARRETT.
Police find he left for England some months before, his letters were to be
forwarded to New York. 6 pages, List 7.
PLATT,
J.W. (Rev.) of
PLEWS,
Laura (Mrs. Arthur Gordon Plews). Sough by Mrs. Button of King's Langley Herts.
England in 1918. She was an old friend, and hadn't heard from her for 30 years.
Police find her. 4 pages, List 11.
POND,
Thomas, of Datched, Bucks,
POPE,
William Henry alias HOPE; charged in
PORTER,
Alfred William. Sought by mother at
Easting near Faversham Kent England in 1905 and by brother Thomas, 20 years,
serving in army in India. Her husband
Alfred, a florist, had deserted her and sailed to New Zealand with their two
sons and a daughter in 1884, but had died on board ship. Richard was one of the brothers. 14 pages, List 20.
PORTEOUS,
William J., sought by Leith Parish Council,
PORTER,
F.A., wrote on behalf of Mrs. Maria U. BACH of St. Louis, MO, USA, in 1895 re
her daughter Jennie, now aged about 40 years. Jennie left Baltimore some
14 years ago, with her adopted brother Christian BLECK, a barber, and was
probably known as Bleck. He is about 60 years of age. Mrs. Bach is
a widow and wants to find her daughter, whom she gave into the care of Mr.
Bleck's mother when she was 4 years old. 2 pages, List 4.
PORTNER/PARTNER,
Fritz, sought by Louise MARET of Regent St. London, in 1916, has not heard for
over 3 years. Found, but does not wish to correspond with her. 4 pages, List 6.
PORTWAY,
T. of London England, wrote in 1914 re his brother Peter PORTWAY who had been
killed in Melbourne in 1913. He had been living with Frank INCE. His widow
wants his property sent to her in London, but Ince hasn't answered letters.
Ince maintains he has had no reply to his letters to the widow. 3 pages, List
10.
POTTER,
Mrs. Jane, of Belfast Ireland. Series of letters from 1908 to 1918 re her
husband Edward, and the lack of maintenance from him. A photo of him is on
file. [See instructions re cost of photographs] 37 pages, List 6.
POWELL,
George, wrote in 1892 from Slatford via
POWELL,
H.M.A. wrote in 1913, using illustrated letterhead of Horse & Groom Hotel,
Colwell near Malvern, England, seeking details of admission to Victorian police
force. His parents are about to give up the above business. He has served five
years as a sergeant in the Territorial Army. 2 pages, List 12.
POWELL,
John Florance. Series of letters from wife, in Woolwich Common England,
commencing in 1913. He had served in the London police and came to Victoria
with his brother in law J.H. WHEELER in 1912. They took up a small farm, but
Powell was suffering mental problems and was admitted to a lunatic asylum, then
later released. London police also make enquiries. 37 pages, some damaged, and
a photo. See instructions for cost of a copy of a photo. List 8.
POWER,
Edmund. San Francisco solicitors wrote
in 1918, asking help in finding this man, last heard of living in
Melbourne. His brother Thomas done some
years previously. Thomas had been born
in Co. Wexford Ireland in 1858, his mother was Mary McDONOUGH. 4 pages, List 18.
POWER,
William A., of Waterford Ireland, wrote in 1897 re John McGRATH, native of
Hospital, Co. Limerick Ireland, who left Waterford in 1889 for Melbourne.
7 pages. List 4A
PRENDERGAST,
James F., of Kiltimagh, Co.
PRENDERGAST,
John, wrote in 1892 from Strand Union Workhouse Edmonton, Middlesex, England,
re his sister Catherine who left England in 1856 and married William Henry
ARCHER. Police find she married - ORCHARD. 11 pages, one torn.
PRESTON,
John, sought by brother Thomas of Barrow in Furness, Lancashire
PRESTON,
R.S. of Dundrum Dublin Ireland, wrote in 1919 re his great uncle William REILLY
who was a Cobb & Co. driver many years ago and a wealthy man. Police find
he died penniless. 9 pages, List 16.
PRICE,
Charles, c/- Miler & Co., Button Willow California USA, wrote in 1915 re
sisters Alice Price and Mrs. Laurence HARRISON who arrived in
PRICE,
Mrs. H. of Toorak
PRICE,
H.W., Oldbury Police Station, near Birmingham England, wrote in 1913 seeking
information re joining the Victorian police force, he was 22 years and single.
3 pages, List 12.
PROBERT,
PULLEY,
Ann, wrote from Cranfield near Newport Pangell, Bucks,
PURNELL, Walter James, of
Sherston Magna, nr Malmesbury Wilts,
QUIN, J.D. of Galveston
Texas USA, wrote in 1894 re Francis DE LACY, who he thought lived in
Melbourne. 4 pages, List 4.
QUIRK, Mrs. Mary of Dublin
Ireland, wrote in 1915 re her son James SMYTH, a jockey, someone had told her
he was dead. She had written previously in 1913 and police located him, as they
did this time. 'If you do happen to find my son, he will be glad to hear his
step father is dead.' List 8.
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RADFORD,
S.J. (stage name Miss Ruby DE VERE) wrote from Covent Garden London England in
1903 re her father William Radford whom she has not seen since she was nine
months old. He is a miner who was in New Zealand. Her mother left
him, but is now an invalid. 13 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
RAFFERTY,
John, sought by niece Mary Jane RAFFERTY of
RAFFERTY,
Mrs. M.A. of
RAINSFORD,
Miss E., of Silky Oak,
RANK,
Mrs. C. wrote from Bodmin Cornwall
RAWLINS,
Gerald W., wrote from Rainhill
RAYNOR,
Mrs. Mary of Entally,
READ
& READ, solicitors, Sydney, write in 1914. They have been asked by London
solicitors to trace Carl ZENO and Madame ZENO. He lived in London and before
that in Sydney and Melbourne as a fortune teller. Both left London hurriedly,
and have used the names of RUMBART, HAWES and NORMAN. Her mother and sister are
supposed to be in Melbourne. He is of Japanese/Italian parentage. Police
confirm their arrival in Sydney. 5 pages, List 7. CONNECTION FOUND
READ,
Charles, wrote from London England in 1894 re his brother Henry READ, last seen
in Melbourne in 1888. Their parents have died, and he is entitled to a
legacy. 11 pages. List 4.
READER,
Frederick H., of Dulwich Village London
REARDON,
Michael, wrote from Glounreagh, Kiskearn Co.
REDFERN,
Miss, woman police officer, Gloucestershire Constabulary, England, wrote in
1918 re Thomas John Adrian MARONEY, D.C.M., who was previously a private in the
58th Battalion and discharged, suffering from shellshock. She is engaged
to him, and asks a confidential report on him, as she has not heard for some
months and is worried about his health. He is interviewed and denies
engagement. 2 pages, second page of her letter missing.
REEVES,
Mrs. A. of Johannesburg South
REGAN,
M.D. of Auckland New Zealand wrote in 1902 regarding sister Mrs. Annie SKELLON,
a widow, who had remarried to a man who took her to
REGAN,
Samuel of Newton Heath near Manchester England wrote in 1892 re Walter HOLLIS
alias known as John WILES, last heard of nine years ago in Rockhampton
Queensland. 5 pages.
REILLEY,
Edward, Attorney at Law, Philadelphia USA, wrote in 1894: is acting for Edward
REILLY who wants to track his sister Catherine REILLY or O'REILLY, from Co.
Cavan Ireland, who lived from infancy with her uncle Eugene and part of the
time with her aunt Mrs. PLUNKETT. Catherine left Liverpool c1852 as nurse
or maid with a family, she was then about 22 years of age. 2 pages.
List 4.
REILLY,
Miss Alice McGrath of New York USA wrote in 1903 re Mary McGRATH, native of
Gaminsfield Co. Tipperary Ireland, who was last heard of thirteen years ago.
2 pages.
REYNOLDS,
Arthur Horton. A sordid tale of having children to his niece Alice Mary
Reynolds from 1904-1907 in Tasmania and New Zealand and ill-treating her. 'It
would be difficult to conceive that a more despicable specimen of male humanity
exists in this country'. File sent to New Zealand police but no charges laid.
12 pages, List 14.
REYNOLDS,
E. Lionel, of Upton, Slough, England, wrote in 1910 re his cousin Jasper
HUSBAND. He formerly practised as a barrister; the family haven't heard from
him for 14 years. Found. 7 pages, List 13.
RICE,
Miss S.M., dressmaker, Co. Down
RICE,
William, sought by wife in Liverpool England in 1914. He was a fireman on board
ship; she has six children to support. A second letter in 1915 reveals that he
is still missing. Police find he has left on a ship. 9 pages, List 7
RICHARDS,
Margaret, Penarth near
RICHARDS,
Miss Susie Curtis, of Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada, wrote in 1905 re her uncle
William RICHARDS, about 69 years, came from Birmingham England. 5 pages.
RICHARDSON,
Mrs., of Linlithgow
RICHARDSON,
Jessie Cameron, wife of George, sought by her brother Duncan CAMERON of
RIDD,
Frederick of Galena, Illinois, USA, wrote in 1893 re drafts of money sent to
him from William AUSTIN of
RIDDELL,
James of Mullacronk Co Monaghan Ireland wrote in 1898 re an unnamed brother
‘who ust to get his letters in the Dunnolly post office’, had left there 35 yrs
previously; had a sister named Mary Ann WOOLLEND [WOLLEND?] Police establish William is the name of the
brother, and report findings. 6 pages,
List 20.
RIDDLE,
Gladys, housemaid in service of Lady DARNLEY of Cobham Hall, Kent England, met
Private Patrick James Joseph KELLY, an orderly, and had a child, Sydney Kelly
Riddle to him in 1919. He had promised to marry her, and her parents John and
Mary, in South Shields, eventually agreed to this, but he pleaded lack of money
and returned to Australia. She applied to AIF headquarters for financial
assistance and they requested a police report on him. He was found living at
Kirkstall near Koroit. 12 pages, List 15.
RIES,
Phillip, died 1857. His children, William, Mary, James, Malcolm, Henry and
Frances, who married Frederick R. FERRIER, and his widow Elizabeth nee
JENNINGS, are sought by German Consulate in Melbourne in 1907. Two deaths
located. 7 pages, List 10.
RITCH,
William, sought by George Dundas NISBET, Minister of John Knox Parish,
ROBERTSON,
Maggie Balfour, wrote in 1892 from
ROBERTSON,
William of North Salt Springs, British Columbia, writes in 1897 re 'dear friend
Robert HOLBURN' who left Hong Kong for Australia about ten years ago. 3
Pages.
ROBINSON,
Rose, alias Lady Rose Robinson alias Lady COTTENHAM. (Great story!) Scotland
Yard write in 1908 re this woman who has been charged with fraud and
embezzlement, seeking her background in Australia. Police report she came from
Western Australia and claimed to be a sister of Lord Richard NEVILLE, and used
society people like Lady Janet CLARKE and Mrs. James MURPHY, until they woke up
to her and sent her to Sydney. Newspaper report of English case states she was
probably the former mistress of Blundell LEIGH, the first husband of the real
Countess of Cottenham, who divorced her for her adultery with Cottenham. Rose
was associated with Cecil E. Robinson. She had cards from Richard and John
KENNEDY, Mrs. LAUGHLIN and Mrs CRERA of Hobart Tasmania, and it was thought
they might be relatives. There are two small photos of Rose and a set of
fingerprints. 8 pages, List 13. See Instructions re cost of copying
photographs.
RODDAM,
R., of Newcastle on Tyne, writes to Chief Commissioner in 1901 re letters
received from Peter SHARP of Albert Park Victoria, his uncle by marriage. Sharp
married Eliza Ann FALDER in 1844 on the Isle of Man. Claims her father borrowed
money from him years ago and wants Roddam to pay it back, as he is hard up and
over 81 years. 8 pages, List 13.
RODGER,
Mrs. Winnie A, of Tyldesley near Manchester England, wrote in 1918 re her
husband William, who deserted her in 1917, leaving her penniless. She believed
he was now in Australia. He was 25 years old, born in Cheshire, a fitter.
They were married in Barrow on Furness. Not found. 9 pages.
RODGERS,
Mrs. T.H. of
ROGERS,
C. A Gunner, Royal Horse
Artillery, Newbridge, Ireland, wrote in 1908, seeking to join the police
force. He was 21yrs, and a total
abstainer. 3 pages, List 19.
ROHDE,
Jessie, of
ROLLAND,
Mary, of
ROLSTON,
Miss Agnes. Solicitors from Newry Ireland wrote in 1907, enclosing a letter for
Agnes. They are advertising for relatives of David Rolston as ordered by the
Court there. 3 pages, List 13.
ROOT,
Hiram, of Althouse Joseupene? Co America, wrote in 1893 re William Summervill
FORBES who is claiming to be 'heigh born and of good lineage but I now that he
was sent out a convict in winter of forty eight'. 2 pages.
ROPER,
Mrs. W.A. of Canning Town, London, England wrote in 1917 re husband William
Arthur ROPER, who deserted ship 1916. 6 pages.
ROSE,
D. of British Engineers’ Club,
ROSENGRAVE,
William wrote from Flowerdale Table Cape in 1892 re his uncle William, once a
constable in Tasmania, then in government service in Victoria 19 years
ago. 2 pages.
ROUSE,
Mrs. of Johannesburg South Africa, wrote in 1898 re her husband William, who
formerly kept a hotel in Melbourne. He was 39 years old, and they had one
child. Not found. 6 pages, List 14.
ROUSE,
Mrs. Mary Ellen, wrote from Charing Cross London England, in 1893 re her
husband William who had deserted her and their child at Cape Town ten years
ago. 2 pages.
ROWE,
John, wrote from
ROWE,
John, great uncle of H.C. HAMMER of Queenstown Co. Cork Ireland, who wrote to
police in 1914. Rowe lived in Ballarat, and police find his widow. 6 pages,
List 7.
ROWE,
Mr. R. of
ROWLAND,
T.J., solicitor of Manchester England, wrote in 1892 re James BERTRAM, late
warrant officer 3rd Buffs, who died in India. His widow emigrated from
Calcutta in 1890 to Melbourne where her mother Mrs. CROSSLEY/CROSSLAND was in
business. She was entitled to a sum of money. 5 pages.
ROWSELL,
Howard, Cheapside,
RUDD,
Herbert G., of Maldon,
RUDD,
Miss Isabel wrote from Middleton St. George near Darlington England in 1914 re
her brother Edwin. Found by police. 8 pages, List 7.
RUESEL,
David Pierre, of
RUGG,
Mary T. Postmaster of Rochford Ill. USA writes on her behalf in 1893, seeking
whereaqbouts of David W. ANDREWS who went to Australia c3 years previously. 2
pages, List 0.
RUPPELL,
Mrs. Pastor E. of Hessen, Preussen, Germany, wrote in 1921 re her brother
William LAMPMANN, who emigrated to Australia in 1873. Letter in German, and translation on
file. Found. 6 pages, List 19. CONNECTION FOUND
RUSSELL,
Margaret. Inspector Wm Gentles of Slamannan Parish Council, Glasgow, Scotland
wrote in 1917 re Margaret, a 7 year old deserted child. Her mother is dead,
father Alexander RUSSELL, a ship's carpenter, 35 yrs, born Slamannan, is the
son of John and Mary nee ANGUS. He left in 1909, was last heard of in 1914. Not
found. 19 pages. List 6
RUSSELL,
Robert, sought by Mrs. C. RUSSELL, Southfleet near
RUTLEY,
H. of Catford Kent England, writes in 1894 re his eldest brother William, c30
years, last heard from five years ago. 14 pages, List 4A.
RYAN,
David B., Repton St. Los Angeles wrote in 1910 re older brother Arthur, who
left Co. Limerick Ireland in 1877, then about 18 yrs old, and went to
Australia. Relatives haven't heard from him for twenty years. Their mother's
name was Mary BARLOW. All Arthur Ryan entries in Melbourne directory were
traced by police, but the correct one was not found. 9 pages. List 5.
RYAN,
Miss Margaret wrote in 1914 from
RYAN,
Miss Norah of 'Broadway' Christchurch New
RYAN, Patrick, of
RYAN,
Timothy of New York
RYAN,
Mr. W.J. of Pennsylvania USA wrote to the Town Clerk of Melbourne in 1901
regarding Patrick CAGNEY. The Town Clerk forwarded a copy of his letter to the
police department, but it is not on the file, so contents unknown. Police
interviewed several Cagney family members in Victoria and NSW but failed to
find him. The file seems incomplete. 9 pages, List 15.
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SALATENA,
Domenico. Sought by Italian Consul in
SALSBURY,
Robert and Charles, brothers, of Northumberland, who immigrated to
SAMAN,
son of Ruldoo MUSSALMAN, Raipoot of village Busyula of Hoshiarpur, convicted
thief No. 10. left district and went to Melbourne, and has now returned.
Writer seeks confirmation that he was indeed in Melbourne. 7 pages.
SAMUEL,
Eliza, wrote from Llanelly, Carmenthenshire Wales in 1901 re her husband
Captain Edward SAMUEL, who was due to return from Australia and hasn't.
Photograph and 10 pages. List 4. (See note about photograph reproduction
costs at top of page.)
SANDAY,
W. of police station Leytonstone, Essex England, wrote in 1915 re his brother
J.T. Sanday, last heard of at Carlton. Found. 3 pages, List 8.
SARVAAS,
John de Marchie of the
SAUNDERS,
A.G., Sergt, 76th Batt., R.F.A., Kirkee, India. Wrote re joining police force
in 1914. 3 pages, List 10.
SAUNDERS,
Jack. South African Criminal Investigation Department wrote in 1905 re Saunders;
was an Australian from Queensland, on remand there for theft. Identified
as alias Jacob LIPPMAN, William FRAZER, and William FISHER, with convictions in
Australia. Photo on file. 4 pages. (See instructions for costs of
reproducing photographs).
SAUNDERS,
John R., of Woodstock, Ontario Canada, wrote in 1915 re John Joseph and Robert
Lyons CONROY. No reason for enquiry given; not found by police. 9 pages, List
7.
SCALLAN,
James, of
SCANLIN,
Mrs Mary of Newark New Jersey wrote in 1894 re Bridget and Kate, her daughters,
who left Limerick Ireland 25 years ago to go to their aunt in Australia, Mrs
John SALISBURY nee Bridget NEVILLE. 1 Page List 4.
SCHINDLER,
Simon. Wrote from Berlin Germany in 1908
re his brother Joseph, who hadn’t written for a long time. 3 pages, List 19.
SCHLOGEL,
Max. File re his change of address
interstate in 1919, under Aliens Act. 10
pages, List 18.
SCHMIEDEL,
Rudolph of Fruit Vale, California USA wrote in 1898 re his brother Carl who was
using the name of RUDOLPH and 'leading a Gypsy life'. Left home in
Germany nearly 18 years ago. 4 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
SCHRODER,
Jacques. Dutch Consul in Melbourne has been asked to find Hein and Klaas,
sons of the late Jacques, at one time Dutch sailor, but afterwards settled in
Australia and died 8-10 years ago. They are entitled to an
inheritance. 16 pages, List 4A
SCHULMAN,
Mrs. of Oakley Square London England, wrote in 1914 re her son George LESLIE or
LANGLEY, who was travelling with a wild west show in outback Queensland.
12 pages.
SCHWARTZ,
Harry. London solicitor writes on behalf of Solomon SCHWARTZ in 1899 re son
Harry. He hasn't heard for a year and is worried. Harry would now be 11 years
of age, and was living with his uncle Harry in Melbourne; his uncle cohabited
with a woman, but she disappeared. Found with uncle. 4 pages, List 12. CONNECTION FOUND
SCHWARTZ,
Henri, c/- Mr. EFRON, Nth. Melbourne, sought by wife Akuszerka Chaia Sora
Schwartz of Biatystok, Grodnenska, Gubernia, Poland, in 1919. He has been in Australia since 1913. They have two children. Found.
5 pages, List 18.
SCOTT,
David, of Dunedin New Zealand, wrote in 1904 re his brother Alexander, last
heard of at
SCOTT,
G., Deputy Traffic Manager, Burma Railways, Rangoon, wrote in 1913 re Sydney
Charles CLAYTON, who held a Bachelor of Civil Engineering, was born in Cork,
Ireland, educated at Cheltenham College, employed there, and had fled owing a
large amount of money. He had shipped to Singapore under an assumed name, O.
Graham SINCLAIR and was possibly coming to Australia. 'This rogue comes of a
respectable family ... but he apparently cannot keep straight'. Encloses sample
of Clayton's handwriting, as well as a photograph and physical description. Not
found, but railways departments alerted. 6 pages. List 12. See introduction re
cost of copying photographs.
SCOTT,
Mr. H., of Birmingham England wrote two letters in 1908 re his son Sidney, aged
17 years, who arrived recently in Melbourne and was 'easily led away'. Police
find he deserted ship with another crew member, but fail to locate him. 8
pages, List 10.
SCOTT,
Isabella of Dumfries, Maxwelltown, Scotland, wrote in 1862 re her brother James
SCOTT, a mason, last heard of six years ago. 4 pages, List 5.
SCUDAMORE,
W.R. wrote from Clapham Common London in 1894 re his son Herbert Charles, aged
24 years, about whom he was worried. 8 pages. List 4.
SEDGWICK,
Henry N.M. of Southsea, England, wrote in 1900 re Edward Barnett NUGENT who
lived in Melbourne in the 1880s. 5 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
SEXTON,
Charles F., of Guanajuato
SEXTON,
John, of Malbay, Co. Clare, Ireland, wrote in 1905 re his late brother
Timothy's estate; he died in Melbourne 25 years ago. John and his sister Ellen
CLANCY are the only siblings. Police find niece Susanna Sexton, now Mrs. PRICE,
handled the estate, and speak to her sister. 19 pages, List 15.
SHACKEL,
Alex. A. sought by wife Ethel, c/- Mrs. EMERSON, Nth Lowestoft, England in
1914. She has heard he joined the AIF, has a brother in Melbourne. She believes
he has remarried. Found. 8 pages, List 7.
SHANNON,
John J. of
SHANNON,
Mrs. Katherine of Jersey City New Jersey USA wrote in 1915 re GALLAGHER family.
Her mother's brother Daniel, known as Dudley, left Fermanagh Ireland when a
very young man for Australia, c1864. Katherine's mother was Mary Gallagher and
had siblings Ellen and John; her grandfather was John and grandmother Catherine
FERGUSON. The rest of the family went to USA after the death of Catherine. She
has heard the Gallagher family are wanted to claim a legacy. Police find no
trace. 5 pages, List 7.
SHARPE,
William Thomas. New Scotland Yard wrote in 1919 re this person, then living in
England, who had applied for a mechanical stage driver's licence and had lived
in Australia in 1914-15. Small photo on file. 4 pages, List 16.
SHARPLES, Mrs. Jane, of
Taunton Mass., USA, wrote in 1894 re her brother James SMETHURST, in Melbourne
for over 30 years and has several sons. 10 pages, List 4A
SHAWCROSS, Rev. William of
SHAWCROSS,
Rev. William of Hewelsfield Rectory, Coleford, Gloucester England, wrote in
1893 re William BANCROFT. Acknowledged receipt and forwarded 'usual bank
draft'. 4 pages. Further letter
1898, enclosing usual bank draft. Gives
history of Bancroft – was transported c50yrs ago, c78 yrs of age, almost
forgotten there except by a few people.
6 pages, List 18. Another file,
1896 enclosing bank drafts, gives explanation of why funds are sent regularly, 19
pages, List 22.
SHEEHAN,
Mrs. W.F. of
SHEFFIELD,
John E., of
SHEPHERD,
George, coachbuilder, Goroke, was sought by wife H. of South Dunedine New
SHERIFF,
Mary Ann. Aberdeen
SHORT,
William of Gateshead on
SIDEBOTTOM,
George. Sought by wife Mary of Heavely, Stockport Cheshire England in 1915. He
left her 8 years ago, from Denton Lancashire and is 53 years of age. She is
paying his life insurance premiums and asks if he is dead. Police locate him,
but he claims he is single and was never married, and that she is really Mary
CARLISLE, who with her husband Robert, used to live in the same house. Further
investigations prove he is lying, has a wife Esther GAGG and 3 children. 7
pages, List 8. CONNECTION FOUND
SILK,
James of Whitehall, Co. Kilkenny Ireland, wrote in 1914 re John WALL, farmer,
Koroit (Victoria) who died some years ago. He is a relation and queries the
existence of a Will. Police reply that two people of that name died in Koroit,
neither mentioned him in their wills. 4 pages, List 8.
SIMPSON,
J. Clerk of Guardians, St. Peter's Hospital,
SIMPSON,
John A. of Jarrow on Tyne, Co Durham, England, wrote in 1894 re his nephew
George RAMM, who left there with his mother 10-11 years ago, to go to his
father in Melbourne. 7 pages, List 4.
SIMPSON,
Mrs. Mary (wife of Charles C.) of San Antonio Texas US, wrote in 1913 re her
uncle Patrick KENEALY, who died intestate in Melbourne in 1909. She queries the
delay in settlement by the Trustees. 11 pages, List 13.
SINCLAIR,
Mrs. Andrew of Everett, Mass., USA wrote in 1911 re Captain Henry SMITH, native
of West Sandwich, Shetland, Scotland aged about 70 years. Despite a
search he was not found. 10 pages.
SINGER,
Mrs. Hanna, of
SINGH,
Haruldor Autar, schoolmaster, 3rd Burma infantry. Gives pay rate there
and seeks 'high appointment in police battalion'. 2 pages.
SINGLETON,
John C. of San Francisco, California, USA wrote in 1896 re his brother Michael,
a native of Co. Cork, Ireland, a shoemaker who had arrived in Australia c1880
and had three brothers, John, Dan and Dennis. 6 pages.
SISSIA,
Jean. Wrote in French from Paris in
1897, seeking his brother Amedo, late of San Francisco. Not found.
11 pages, List 18.
SKELTON,
Hannah Maria, wrote from Sheffield Yorkshire
SLATER,
James. Blacksmith, died Natal South Africa 1904. Correspondence re his lawful
wife Annie RICHARDSON, nee UNDERWOOD, who says his real name was Samuel
Richardson, and he left her and lived with Catherine GALBRAITH. The latter
agrees this is correct. List 15.
SMIRNOFF,
Olga. Police at Simla India write in 1908 to Victoria police regarding
the suspicious activities of this woman, who was a Russian. Although
posing as a tourist she travelled third class, which only poor people did, and
was now on her way to Australia. Her activities in Australia were tracked
until her departure. 8 pages. List 5
SMITH,
Amy of Durban South Africa wrote in 1906 and asked police to give a letter to
her daughter Gladys McNAMARA who was now in a Home in Melbourne. Gladys's
father A.C. McNAMARA was executed in Melbourne in 1902. 1 page. Further letter in 1907, asks police help in
seeing if her daughter could join her there, she is 16 years old and at the
Sutherland Home. 6 pages, List 23.
SMITH,
Mrs. Bessie of Plumstead,
SMITH,
C. Holled [?] of Milford Hall, Montgomeryshire Wales, wrote in 1900 re Harry
Oakley, a draper, who had left c9 years previously. His father John G. of
Newtown Montgomeryshire was anxious about him. 8 pages, List 16.
SMITH,
Mrs. Elizabeth, of Tralee
SMITH,
Ethel Adams, wrote in 1915 from Monkwearmouth, Sunderland England, re husband
John Bell SMITH, brewer's assistant, whom she hadn't heard from; they have 4
children. Police find him in Sydney. A further letter in 1916 states he has
failed to pay maintenance. Police respond that he has joined the AIF, and given
his next of kin as Alice Sarah CARROLL whom he had married in 1915, suggesting
he is a bigamist. 17 pages, List 6.
SMITH,
James A. of
SMITH,
Robert, of H.M.S. Sydney, wrote in 1906, asking for help to trace his uncle
Richard G. SMITH, who left Tynemouth
SMITH,
S.L., accountant, of
SMITH,
Stanley Layton. His wife writes from Christchurch New Zealand in 1906. He has
left her, and she believes he is in Melbourne. 2 pages, List 9.
SMITH,
T.P., Commissioner, Royal Irish Constabulary, Belfast Ireland, wrote in 1912 re
Robert ROINEY, whose family there are destitute. He was believed to be in
Melbourne. 4 pages. List 15.
SMITH,
Thomas. Wrote in 1899 on behalf of the
mother of Kirkley/Kirstley McMILLAN, who was anxious about him; not found. 11 pages, List 20
SMITH,
Vera, recently arrived in Melbourne, gave birth to a child in 1913, being then
only 16 years old. Police investigate with a view to laying charges against the
father. Her married sister Mrs. DUNCAN was in Melbourne. Vera was born at
Pleasant Point, New Zealand. 5 pages, List 13.
SMITH,
Walter Ewing, born Liverpool England c1837. Rev. G.P. Despard of Sandhurst
(Bendigo) wrote on behalf of his widowed mother in England, who hadn't heard
from him for several years. 13 pages. List 5. CONNECTION FOUND
SMITH,
William, of
SMYTH,
John, MD of Hon. East India Co., writes from Holywood near
SNOOK,
John of
SNOW,
Miss Annie E., of Hare Hills, Leeds, England, wrote in 1917 re her brother John
James SNOW. 4 pages.
SNOWDON,
Samuel. Sought by his granddaughter Mrs. Jane Stewart Snowdon of Redcroft,
North Berwick Scotland in 1918. She writes twice, the first time asking if
anyone had advertised in a newspaper for McKie or Snowdon, but her details are
too vague for anything to be done. Her second letter states that Samuel came to
Australia c1854 and bought land near Belfast. File includes correspondence with
Lloyds, who state they were looking for a John Beattie McKee, not McKie. Samuel
not found. 17 pages, List 16.
SOMERVILLE,
Mrs. of Jamestown, Dumbartonshire Scotland, wrote in 1915 re her sister Mary
McCULLUM or KELLY 'she got married last year at Melbourne to Mr. SMITH, he is a
farmer ...'. Their brother 'got fately wounded at the front'. Not found. 9
pages, List 8. CONNECTION FOUND
SOMMERFELD,
E. of Hamburg wrote in 1920 re the survivors of the deceased Ferdinand FALCK
who was his father's brother. 5 pages, List 15.
SONNERGREN,
Helge Emil Wilhelm. Chief Commissioner
of Police in Amsterdam wrote in 1917, asking for details of his
background. Police report he was
secretary to the Consul here. 4 pages,
List 20.
SOUBIE,
Mesdemoiselles Marie and Jeannette, of Osse, par Bedong (Bassey-Pyrenees) wrote
in 1868 re their brother John who had died at Castlemaine (Victoria) the
previous year, and the 'fortune' he would have left. 8 pages. List
5
SOULE,
Kate, of Harvey, North Dakota. U.S.
Consul in Melbourne wrote on her behalf in 1904 re her husband who had
disappeared. He was 40 years, a wheat
speculator. A photo of him aged 18 is in
the file. Police inquiry circulated
through country districts, and Soule family at Chiltern and Warrnambool contacted. 22 pages, some duplicated, List 20.
SPARLENDER,
Fritz. American Consul in Melbourne wrote in 1914 re this man, last heard of in
country Victoria. His father Heinrich in Hanover seeks information. Not found.
8 pages, List 8.
SPINNEY,
Alfred William, sought by wife Louie, c/- Mr. Moore, Parkstone, Dorset
SPRIGGS,
Steward of Aldermanbury in the City of
STAINE,
Henry Douglas. Chief Constable at
Portsmouth England wrote in 1894 on behalf of George Henry Staine. His son Henry D. had written home from
Melbourne and talked of suicide. He was
22 yrs. 14 pages, List 19.
STANDRING,
Mrs. Mary Ann of New York City USA, wrote several letters in 1915 (appalling
handwriting!) re the death of her husband (details were in a previous letter
not on file) and an old friend, Miss WRIGHT who arrived c25 years ago from
London and worked for various drapers in Melbourne. Police find she is now
married to David MACDONALD. 15 pages, List 8.
STANLEY,
Jane and Joseph; enquired for by solicitor A. Whitehorne of North Shields
England in 1897, on behalf of relatives. He came to Australia 1868, she
some ten years later. 4 pages.
STARKE,
T.P., Inspector, National Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children,
Norwich, England, wrote in 1893 re Robert THORPE. Starke is executor of
his mother's Will. Thorpe is son of an old sea captain and was lost sight
of for some years, until letters appealing for money arrived from his
wife. Asks confirmation of situation; police report de facto situation. 4
pages. Further letter from Starke in 1895 requesting address of Thorpe - found.
2 pages, List 9.
STEPHENS,
Mrs. S., of Liverpool
STEVENS,
A.B. American Consul in
STEVENS,
Arthur E. Sought by wife Rhoda Mary of Leicester England, in 1915. He left 3
years ago, and hasn't been heard of since January 1914; she had four children.
He had fought in the Boer War and was a farm worker and groom. Found. 10 pages,
List 8.
STEVENS,
Henry Blakely. Series of letters from father Genery of Worcester, Mass.,
USA, 1901. Henry 'had a drink habit and thinking a long voyage where he could
not get any liquor for 3 months would benefit him, we sent him to Freemantle,
Western Australia ... as soon as he got there and received his money, he
started for Melbourne, and went on a debauch ...' . Henry eventually found, had
been in prison under assumed name, wants nothing to do with parents. 46
pages, List 5.
STEVENSON,
Mrs Catherine, of Liverpool
STEVENSON,
Mrs. Catherine of Liverpool England, wrote in 1915 re husband James who left 5
years ago. Photo of him enclosed. File includes letter from Eva Stevenson of
South Yarra, who writes that her real name is DORAN, and that she is of a good
family who think they are married. She has a girl 3 yrs and a boy of 5 months,
and is 24 years old. Several letters on file. 16 pages, List 8.
STOBIE,
Cyril Claude, sought by brother T.H. STOBIE of St. Margaret's Twickenham,
STOCK,
C.G. of National Bank of
STOEDERUM,
Hartog, born Amsterdam 1888, has left his wife and children. Netherlands Consul
in Melbourne writes; believed to be in Sydney 18 months ago. Not found. 6
pages, List 8.
STOYLE,
Mrs. H. of
STRACEY,
Charles Angus alias Ronald McDONALD. Wanted in South Africa for fraud in 1917.
Wife Louisa BATCHELOR found in Melbourne, and states that she married Stracey
in Melbourne in 1905, then as Johnstone married him again under name of Ronald
McDonald in Durban in 1911 to confuse officials. Detective Denis COMMONS and
postal officer Robert Jamieson SMITH go to South Africa to give evidence.
Because of the war, have to go on a navy ship. Very large file of 71 pages, but
most to do with getting Smith and Commons overseas, and the costs involved.
List 6.
STUART,
Mrs. Annie, of Boston, Mass., USA, wrote in 1918 re Jack CLIVE and wife Julia nee
BARRY, who left there in the late 1880s. She wants details of a girl they knew
Mocine (?) ORR, who is entitled to an interest in a small estate. Not found. 4
pages, List 6.
STUART,
Mrs. Annie, c/- Winchester Hotel, San Francisco USA, wrote in 1915 re husband
Michael A. HYNES. They were married in 1914, but she discovered he was 'a woman
chaser' and seeks details of his Australian background. He was a seaman, 29-35
years, parents Carl and Margaret HEINTZ supposed to be in Melbourne. Letter
from his friend J.T. HIGGINS of Qld., an 'old shipmate' on file. Police cannot
locate parents or anything about him. She is the widow of late Hon. Henry
STUART, M.L.C. 21 pages, List 8.
STUART,
Wallace. Came from Australia to California in 1885, gaoled for forgery
for 3 years, and again for same offence in 1888, this time for 7 years. A
woman claiming to be his wife has produced papers stating he was a respected
businessman in Melbourne, in an attempt to get him pardoned. Charles
AULL, warden, state prison, Represa, Sacramento Co. California, writes re
authenticity of claim; found to be false. 2 pages.
STUDHOLME,
Mrs. Mary of Long Gully, Bendigo Victoria, wrote in 1912 re her husband Robert,
who left in 1898. He went firstly to Western Australia, then to England on account
of his father Rev. T.M. Studholme's death at Milnthorpe, Westmoreland. He
subsequently served in the Boer War. He had an aunt Miss Elizabeth BAINES and
cousins Mrs. William HODGSON and Richard MASHITER. She hasn't heard from him
since 1900. 6 pages, List 12.
SUCKLING,
William, of Bureau of Public Health,
SULLIVAN,
Denis, of
SULLIVAN,
Margaret, of Boston Mass., USA wrote in 1915 re her father John O'HARE, last
heard of 18 years ago in Hamilton. Two men of that name interviewed but not the
right person. 5 pages, List 8.
SVEDBER,
Sven. Swedish Consul in Melbourne wrote in 1891 on behalf of relatives,
regarding his deceased estate. Mrs. Christiana SCOTT of Steiglitz was his
landlady. 9 pages, List 15.
SWAIN,
W.T., of Walham Green, Fulham London
SWANTON,
Mary and Kate,
SWEENEY,
John, confidential investigator,
SWEENEY,
Mrs. Mary, wrote from Akron Ohio USA in 1914 re her uncle Martin CARROLL. Reply
states insufficient detail provided to enable search to be undertaken. 2 pages,
List 7.
SWIFT,
Lieut. Joseph, RN, wrote from
SYKES,
Mrs Minnie of Doncaster England, wrote a series of letters in 1915 re her
husband Robert, who deserted 3 years ago for Australia. He sent money for the
first year, but not since. She wrote to his landlady, informing her of the
situation, and preventing him marrying her daughter. He is 30 and a painter.
Robert was found by police and offered to send money for her passage, but she
refused. 17 pages, List 8.
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TAIT,
William A., of
TARBURN,
Mary Ann wrote from Paisley Scotland in 1892 re her husband George, a cab
driver, who left there seven years ago and has not been heard of for some
years; believed to be in
TAYLOR,
Mrs. Sarah, wrote from Camberwell London England in 1897 re her husband
Thomas. She has received news that he
attempted suicide in 1896 and was placed in a Melbourne hospital. He had been a seaman on the Perthshire and
was addicted to drink. 10 pages, List
20.
TAYLOR,
William, of
TEAGUE,
G. of Blackfriars Works, Salford, Manchester England, wrote in 1914 re his 25
year old relative Norman WREN, who sailed for Melbourne some months before and
had not been heard from since. Not found. 6 pages, List 10.
THOMAS,
Mary of Swansea South Wales wrote in 1894 re her son George, 'years since he
left home ... would like to hear from him before I depart this life ...'.
2 pages List 4.
THOMAS,
R.J., County Surveyor, Buckinghamshire England, wrote in 1894 on behalf of
mother of Hilmar de Wahlien AGA, a Norwegian, who had been in Melbourne for
many years. She was dying. 12 pages, List 4.
THOMPSON,
Ada of Richmond Victoria wrote in 1915, asking for help in getting a
maintenance order, issued nearly three years ago, complied with. She has a four
year old child. Her husband John Hutchinson Thompson is an engineer in work at
Gateshead England. Police write to English police, who find that he is living
with his married sister Mrs. MILBURN and his reluctance to pay maintenance. 7
pages, List 8.
THOMPSON,
Albert E., of Baltimore MD, USA, wrote in 1893 re William ALDWELL's
family. Thompson wrote on behalf of his mother Selina, who is a first
cousin. 1 page.
THOMPSON,
John of Southall Green, Middlesex England, wrote in 1892, applying to join
police force. He was 31 years, had been in the Metropolitan Police London
for nearly 11 years; copies of 3 references on file. 4 pages.
THOMPSON,
John of Toronto Canada wrote in 1896 re Richard VERNON born 1786, may have been
transported from England to Australia. In 1869 someone advertised for his
relatives. Thompson's mother is a joint legatee with Richard. 4
pages, incomplete file.
THOMPSON,
Joseph M., of Burley, Cassia, Idaho, USA, wrote in 1917 re his uncle Robert or
Michael WALKER, who emigrated from England to Australia many years ago, with an
'Englishman of wealth who took men and all kinds of supplies for colonizing a
new county. My uncle raised a large family ... eldest son killed by a mad bull
...'. Walker's sister Elizabeth, now deceased is his mother, also had an aunt
Ellen and a grandfather Walker, who lived in Tollington, Norfolk England. Reply
states information too vague. 2 pages. List 6
THOMPSON,
Mary. J.R. LUNDON, solicitor, of Auckland
New Zealand, wrote a detailed letter in 1906 regarding the death of this woman
in the Immigrants Home in Melbourne in 1886.
He sought confirmation that she was the same person as a woman who
arrived in Victoria with her family in 1856, (maiden name CAMERON), married and
subsequently left her family in New Zealand.
His client is a daughter. 8
pages, List 19.
THOMSON,
Jessie G. of
THORN/THORNE,
Edmund Paulus Niels, a Dane, died in Shanghai, China in 1920. Danish
Consul there writes trying to contact relatives. Woman with whom
Thorn/Thorne was living has not produced marriage certificate, but claims he
was born in Melbourne in 1882 and has a son named Edwin. 8 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
THORPE,
Frank or Frank Thorpe LINDSAY. New Scotland Yard UK, wrote in 1913 regarding
three letters they had received from him. He was working on a ship, is
separated from his wife and three children, and had formerly been in a lunatic
asylum. Philip DONOVAN is mentioned in connection with his wife. 6 pages, List
15.
THORPE,
Thomas, wrote in 1917 re his son John George Thorpe, 20 yrs and single, who had
arrived in
THURSFIELD,
Mrs., of Congleton, Cheshire England wrote in 1892 re her sister Mrs. GUNNING
who was living near Bairnsdale Victoria. 5 pages.
THYNAN,
Mrs. Thomas. Chief of Police, Montreal, Canada, wrote on her behalf in
1893; she was anxious about her brother Richard HAND. 5 Pages.
TIBBLE,
Mrs. E., of Christchurch New Zealand, wrote in 1912 re her husband who deserted
three months ago. He was a cook and baker, native of London and 48 years of
age. 5 pages, List 14.
TILLICH,
Andreas. Austro Hungarian Consul in
TIMMONS,
E.J., Chief of Police,
TIPP,
Mrs. A. of
TIRONI, Nikolaus.
Sought by Austro-Hungarian Consulate in 1906; was from
TOBIN,
Mrs. Elizabeth, of
TODD,
William. Local vicar of Castle Eden, County Durham England, writes in
1892 re Todd, two years ago living in Melbourne. His parents are anxious
to hear from him. 6 pages.
TODHUNTER,
Ada of Liverpool England wrote in 1919 re her husband Thomas, who had deserted
her and their three children over two years. He was a marine fireman aged
45 years. 5 pages.
TOGNOLINI,
Antonio, sought by Italian Consul in
TOMBLIN,
Joseph. Scotland Yard wrote in 1906 re
this person, also known as Benjamin OTWAY, who was sought for the murder in
London of Florence SAUNDERS in 1897. He
was believed to have returned to the Colonies, was formerly at St. Arnaud. His wife was found there and interviewed, but
the offender was not found. 4 pages,
List 19.
TOMES,
Captain H.E. Sought in 1913 by Rev. A. Lamble [?] on behalf of wife and family
in Ireland. He arrived c3 years ago, drinks heavily. Found. 12 pages, List 14.
TOMLINSON,
Mrs. of Preston, Lancashire England wrote in 1915 re her daughter Agnes
Gwendoline, who left there in 1912 and wrote she had married Frank Joseph
WILLIAMS, but they hadn't heard from her for two years. 'She is our only
daughter ... Oh sir do please find out what has happened to her ...'. Police
find her living with Williams, a married man, his wife is about to bring
divorce proceedings, but do not tell parents of her exact circumstances. 14
pages, List 8.
TOMLINSON,
Thomas of South Shields Durham England wrote in 1906 re Jeremiah CHICKEY who
left Leeds c50 years ago for Tasmania and was now supposed to be in Melbourne;
he was about 80 years old. Tomlinson wrote on behalf of Chickey's
niece. 4 pages.
TOPHAM,
Mrs. M. of Harehills, Leeds, Yorkshire, wrote in 1914 re her husband Fred, who
has been in
TRACEY,
Charles, sought by Mrs. J. BARNES, Cape Town South
TRAIN,
John H. of
TRAIN,
Robert of Denver Colorado wrote in 1892 re his brother Francis Joseph, aged 24
years. Their uncles were William and Robert Francis. 4 pages.
TRASK,
Mrs. of London England wrote in 1902 re brother Henry HOPWOOD, then aged about
60 years, and whether his children were legitimate as he lived with several
women. 16 pages, some torn.
TRAVERS,
Jessie Louisa, of Wimbledon London England, wrote in 1914 re her son Arthur
Percival Travers, who left England in 1913 with friend Leslie Stewart Langley
FRASER; she has not heard from him. Fraser found, but not Travers. 8 pages and
photo, List 7. See above re photo costs.
TUCKER,
Albert J. of Hintham/Flintham,
TUCKER,
Anthony, Captain 1st Cheshire Regiment Bombay India, wrote in 1892 re W.H.
OSMAND who left England in 1887. 3 pages.
TUCKER,
Charles Edward, sought by mother Eliza of Fairfield South, Kingston on Thomas,
England in 1900. She wrote on black bordered paper. He left for Melbourne 12
years ago, and she hasn't heard in a long time. Found. 3 pages, List 13.
TUCKER,
Thomas. Sought by mother Louisa of Southville, Bristol England. He arrived in
Aust. C2 years ago, was a sailor aged 27 yrs. Police found a person of the same
name, aged 55yrs, who thinks he's an uncle. 10 pages, List 6.
TURA,
Battista. Sought by Italian Consul in Melbourne in 1920; had arrived c40 years
before. Found. 6 pages, List 9.
TURNER,
C.J. Ribton, wrote from Upper Norwood London
TURNER,
Isabella, Aspen Grove,
TURNER,
Mrs. R.A., Rogers Hill, Worcester England, wrote in 1901 re her son Harry A.
Turner, a baker, whom she had not heard from in over 3 years; found in
Ballarat. 10 pages, List 4A
TYLER,
Fannie L. of
TYLER,
Mrs. T.G., nee Kate Eliza HANN; information sought by High Commissioner,
Australia House, London, on behalf of Mr. J. HOWES of Feltham, Middlesex
England in 1919. Found. 6 pages, List 17.
TYRRELL,
Elizabeth Clydesdale, of
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UNMACK,
Rev. Edward Carl. Chief Constable of Surrey, Guildford Surrey England, wrote in
1916 regarding him. He was rector of West Horsley Surrey, and claimed to be
Australian born, but his parents are German. Encloses copies of birth and
baptismal certificates and asks authenticity. Police report confirms
certificates and details Unmack history of two brothers, one of whom was
Edward's father. 13 pages, List 6.
UREN,
Edward of Penzance Cornwall England wrote in 1903 re Frederick William and
George John THOMAS, both about 74 years, living near Bendigo. 6 pages.
VALGEM/VALGENE, Jene, wrote
in 1892 from Helena Montana Territory USA re joining the Victorian police
force. He has travelled twice over the USA and Europe, and has worked as
a detective. Reply was to be directed to C/- D. SCHNAKENBERG,
VAN
DYK, Berend. Consul General for Netherlands wrote in 1908 re this person
who was a tailor aged about 80 years. His family in Holland had not heard
from him for some time. 9 pages. List 5
VAN
HECK, Edith, of Auckland, New Zealand, wrote in 1910 re her husband's
activities in Melbourne; wants to take him to court for lack of maintenance. 4
pages, List 14.
VAUGHAN,
Frank of Calgarry,
VEALE,
R.R., Sheriff of Contra Cost Co., Martinez, California, wrote in 1903 re Jerry
O'MEARA who, with his family arrived in Antioch, California from Madera c1900
and purchased a property. He then took a trip home to Ireland and has not
returned. Family informed he had gone to Australia; photos on file.
4 pages.
VEASEY,
John. Philip Baudinet, Mayor and Chief of Police, St. Helier's Jersey,
Channel Islands, wrote in 1901 re Veasey. His wife and family are
destitute and he was entitled to money from the Will of an uncle, John LAURENS,
formerly M.L.A. in Victoria, and should be supporting them. He was
working as a gardener in Toorak. Police interview Veasey, who states that
his solicitor paid his wife's debts of 40 pounds last year, and a daughter's
music lessons and he 'is not prepared to make any provision for his wife or
family, they must look out for themselves, he left them through his wife's
extravagance, which was keeping him always in debt ... has no money at present,
and even if he had, he would not send them one penny ...'. 4 pages, List
5.
VEITCH,
Walter G., wrote from Auckland New
VILVINS,
John W. wrote from Gore,
VINEY,
Mary, of
VINICK,
Phillip of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada wrote in 1914 re Robert VINICK. 3
pages.
VOLKER,
Margaret, widow, wrote in German from
VOLKER,
Robert. Brother Luise wrote in German
from Bavaria in 1898; he was born 1866, went to Tasmania c1885. 7 pages, List 20.
VON
FURSTENBERG, Mr. German Consul in
WADDELL,
Willliam, of Glasgow Scotland, wrote in 1917 on behalf of the aged mother of
Alexander LITTLEJOHN, who left there in 1882 for Queensland, and was last heard
of in Victoria in 1886. Various Littlejohns are interviewed, but none are the
correct person. 5 pages, List 11.
WADDINGTON,
Beatrice M. (Miss), wrote from Katoomba New South Wales, in 1894 re Thomas
BEESON or BEASON, who left England in 1868 with a Mr. DYSON. Asks his
address. 1 page, List 4.
WADHAM,
W.J. of West Disbury,
WAGNER,
Heinrich. German Consul in Melbourne wrote in 1910. Heinrich had married Hannah
MUSCHIALLI in Melbourne, and they had two children, Richard and Hannah, but the
marriage was unhappy, and he had taken them to Germany in 1896, where they were
adopted by their aunt. She would like a confidential report on their mother. 4
pages, List 14.
WAINE,
Richard. Wrote from Calgary Canada in 1914 re his brother J.S. who was in
Melbourne. Richard had cabled money for his return, but he had not
arrived. 4 pages.
WAITS,
Catherine of Liverpool England wrote in 1914 re her daughter Grace, married to
a Mr. SMITH of Smith St. Police interview Grace's son Terrance in Fitzroy. 4
pages, List 7.
WALDIE,
A.B. Solicitors in New Plymouth New
WALKER,
Ada of Ulverston, Lancashire
WALKER,
Charlotte, of Barry Docks, Wales, wrote in 1912 re her husband John Edward
Walker, who had ‘been away 16 yrs’. He
was 58yrs old. 2 small pages, incomplete
file. List 19.
WALKER,
George S., Soldier Avenue, Younloville, Napa Co. California USA, wrote in 1897
re his sister Mary WALKER who left
WALKER,
Lizzie,
WALKER,
Rose (nee McDONALD) of Ekehatina New Zealand wrote in 1907 re her uncle
Alexander McDONALD who died in Kyneton
WALL,
Henry Charles, 18yrs, arrived
WALLACE,
John, of Hamilton Scotland NB, wrote in 1892 seeking details of his deceased
brother James. Police report he died a pauper, in gaol hospital; was born
Lanark. 4 pages.
WALLBURTON,
P.C., wrote from Christchurch New Zealand in 1902 regarding the death of his
brother Robert. 9 pages, List 21.
WALSH,
Mary Teresa of Liverpool, wrote in 1902 re brother William Stephen TOBIN, aged
about 58 years, had been in Melbourne about 34 years and formerly lived in Co.
Clare Ireland. All William Tobin's in Melbourne interviewed. 10
pages.
WALSH,
Mrs. P. of Syracuse New York USA wrote in 1897 re tracing Columb DALTON, who
was born in Tullamore Kings Co. Ireland, son of Francis & Ann DALTON nee
McDERMOTT. Columb was living in Melbourne in 1855 with John DALEY and his
son Anthony, and was leaving for the Mount Blackwood gold diggings. His
mother had never heard from him again, and now her grandchildren have taken up
the search. Police establish a William DALTON was at Blackwood many years
before, but could not locate Columb. 5 pages.
WALTERS,
Rev. Charles, Director of the Red Hill Reformatory, Surrey England, wrote in
1863 to Messrs J.H. Clough & Co., Melbourne re Israel BENNETT and Charles
Henry PARKER, both under twenty years, who were seeking work in
Australia. After their arrival, Walters's cousin A.J. DUFFIELD, of the
Melbourne Club, writes to police re finding them later in the year, as they
have gone missing. 13 pages. CONNECTION FOUND
WALTERS,
Richard. (A very complicated story). A boilermaker, he deserted his family in
Melbourne in 1887. His daughters Edith, Mary, Sarah and Margaret were taken
into care by government officials, then the last three were sent to an aunt
Mrs. S. Walters in Auckland New Zealand in 1890. Their mother Margaret
bigamously married Joseph BLANCHE, but he found out about her previous marriage
and went to Western Australia, and now wants police help in prosecuting Walters
and not having to pay for Edith's maintenance by government. Richard Walters
had a brother named John and a nephew named Fred, both in Auckland New Zealand.
9 pages, List 9.
WARD,
G.T., JP for Folkestone, wrote in 1901 re former servant James SLADE who went
to
WARD,
Mrs. Jessie of Blighmont Park, near Southampton England, wrote in 1915 re
Leslie ROBERTS, whose mother was living at Freemantle, Southampton, and worried
about him. He is found safe and well. 7 pages.
WARD,
Thomas. Died suddenly at Nareeb Nareeb
Station, Caramut, in 1898. A native of
Manchester, c 70 years. Police find
letters from mother Mary JENKINSON, and sisters Emma NICHOLSON and M. COOKE,
all from Manchester, and written in the 1860s.
They are still on the file. 13
pages, List 20.
WARKE,
-. Director of Criminal Intelligence, Simla, India, wrote in 1912 re two men
named Warke and Wallace, who claimed they were seeing a friend off on a ship
from Freemantle to Colombo, and had a few drinks on board, not realising the
ship had left port. They had two women with them (unidentified, but called Mrs.
Warke and Mrs. Wallace). They were charged with not having paid for the voyage,
once the ship arrived in Colombo. Warke claims to have been born in Wedderburn,
has a stepfather named Darling, and is a well-known jockey. Wallace claims he
came from Perth, and his father is a doctor. Melbourne police confirm Warke's
claim. 4 pages, List 9.
WATKINSON,
Mrs. C.L. of Kensington,
WATSON,
Ernest Joseph, sought by sibling H. Watson, of Bedford England in 1919; last
heard of in 1916. Was a steward on a shipping line. 5 pages, List 17.
WATSON,
Mrs. P.J. of Athlone Ireland, wrote in 1915 re 'a grand uncle of mine, William
CUNNINGHAM, who was transported to Tasmania for a political offence in 1813 and
never heard from until 18 years ago a death in an Irish paper of William
Cunningham who died in Australia, worth thousands of pounds. His nephews and
nieces thought it was him, but they are old people and uneducated. Presently a
man of the name in New York is seeking information ...'. Cunningham is believed
to have been 'a carpenter and married to a Maori queen.' Not found. 7 pages,
List 8
WEBB,
M. of
WEBB,
Mrs. Mary of Cork Ireland, wrote in 1897 re her son, who was in the police
force. She hasn't heard from him in two years. 5 pages, List 9.
WEBBER,
Pte. P.G. of H.M.S. Monmouth, Hong Kong, wrote in 1908 re his father Richard, a
tailor, last heard from at Stawell in 1892.
Found. 7 pages, List 18.
WEEKS,
James W., ex constable, sought by Courtenay O. WEEKS, surveyor, Co. Cork
WEINBERG,
R. of
WEISELER,
Joseph P. of Australia, wrote a postcard, in German, in 1898. Translation
reveals he wanted details of his father Joseph. Not found. 5 pages, List 14.
WELBY,
E., of Cape Mounted Riflemen, King Williams Town, South Africa, wrote in 1893
seeking address of Sir Samuel WILSON, late of Victoria, and maiden name of
wife. 3 pages.
WELBY,
E., of Kingstown South Africa, wrote in 1893 re Frederick and Sarah
WILSON. She is his aunt and he hasn't heard from her since 1871.
One of the family is believed to have married Alexander SWANSON. 6 Pages.
WELCH,
Frank R.C., of Dordrecht Holland wrote in 1917 re his father J. WELCH, who left
18 years ago from South Africa, supposedly for Australia. His brother and he
are anxious to hear something. Reply states the more details are needed, such
as full name, age, occupation etc. 2 pages, List 6.
WELCH,
William C. of Hartford, Conn., USA wrote in 1910 re his uncle William HOWARD, native
of Cork Ireland, who left there 45 years ago. Every William Howard in Melbourne
directory traced, but none the correct person. 10 pages. List 5.
WELLER,
Mrs. L.M. wrote to South African police in 1915 re her husband, Franklin
Maximillian, for whom she has a warrant for maintenance. She claims he married
Lucy STANTON but he denies this. South African police give details to Victorian
police. 6 pages, 2 very faint, and photo. List 8. See instructions re
photographic copying costs.
WELLS,
Mrs. Amanda, of Chicago Ill., USA wrote in 1915 re Mrs. Irving SAYLES, wife of
her brother. She has heard he has died. Police find her interstate. 5 pages,
List 7.
WEST,
A., wrote from South Hackney, London in 1892 regarding Edward John LILLEY,
owner of steamer 'The Lady Darling' trading on River Murray. The writer's
mother was his twin sister. 6 pages.
WEST,
James, of San Gabriel, California USA, wrote in 1917-19 re James A. CENTER of
West Brunswick, ‘Scotch Highland Bagpipe Maker’ and his failure to send him a
set of bagpipes he had paid for. He
needed them to enter a Canadian Regiment.
15 pages, List 18. CONNECTION FOUN
WESTALL,
John Robert. Brother write from Accington Lancashire England; has heard
he has been killed. Mother is over 70. Police locate him and report
confidentially he has a wife and family here, and possibly one back in
England. 5 pages.
WHITE,
James, of North Taunton Devon
WHITE,
Sydney and brother J. Information on them sought by Chief of Police,
Calcutta in 1907. They were jockeys and their mother married into the
CRUSH family. 7 pages.
WHITEHOUSE,
William. Wrote a very sad letter from
Wellington New
WHITMORE,
Mrs. W.A. of Nelson British Columbia Canada wrote in 1914 seeking her uncles
the LISTON brothers, who left
WHITTAKER,
Mrs. Florence L., of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, wrote in 1916 re her sister,
Mrs. Fred. RAYMOND, who was in Melbourne in 1913. Found by police. 6 pages.
List 6.
WIGSTON,
William Bernard, sought by father W.J. of Rushmere, Ashtead, Surrey
WILDBORE,
J.E. of Oldham England, wrote in 1919 re his brother in law John BECKETT, 25
years, formerly in the army, last heard of in Melbourne. Photo in uniform on
file. 3 pages, List 16.
WILKINSON,
Mrs. Ellen of
WILKINSON,
Mrs Lena of Benwell Newcastle
WILLCOX,
Paul, J.P., Rahotu, Taranaki New Zealand, wrote in 1915 re Peter HALL and
family, who were at Adelaide Lead near Maryborough in the 1870s. Mrs. Hall was
his late mother's sister and 'the only relative I have'. Police report Peter
and wife deceased, but find children. 4 pages, List 7.
WILLIAMS,
F.H., solicitor of Auckland New
WILLIAMS,
J. of Ceylon wrote in 1901 re his wife's family. Her parents, brother and
herself and sister were on way to Australia, when mother died in hospital at
port of Galle 22 years ago. The father and brother continued on to
Australia, while she and her sister were taken care of by a Mr. ORLOFF.
Both daughters are now married. The parents name was ANGLUM, (ANGLIM?)
but no such name is found by police. 6 pages
WILLIAMS,
J.T., Sgt, Calcutta Police, wrote in 1907 re joining
WILLIAMS,
John, Superintendent, County Police Office, wrote from Wincanton Somerset
WILLIAMS,
M., of Seedley Park Manchester wrote in 1892 re Thomas PARKER, his wife Annie's
brother. They were the children of Thomas Parker, a solicitor in
Liverpool and formerly of Preston near Lancashire. Thomas junior was a
baker and left Liverpool in 1864. 10 pages.
WILLIAMS,
Mrs. Sarah McKean, of San Francisco USA, wrote in 1912 re her McKEAN relatives,
Samuel, Agnes and James. She lived with them as a child in Melbourne. 4 pages,
List 15.
WILLIAMS,
Walter of Newport, Monmouth,
WILLIAMSON,
Thomas. Wrote from Boston U.S. in 1899
seeking police help in finding Mr & Mrs James CLELAND, who left Redding
near Falkirk Scotland c30 years before; Cleland had been a gardener like his
father, on estate of Sir Thomas LIVINGSTON.
Found. 20 pages, List 20.
WILSON,
Edward Carus, of High Hayne, Moreton,
WILSON,
Mrs. Eva of Palmerston North New Zealand, wrote in 1914 re her husband Arthur
Henry, who 'cleared out about ten years ago'. He was born Derbyshire England, a
painter and paperhanger aged c34 years. They only lived together for c7 months.
Her father is T. MORGAN of Melbourne. Police cannot locate him. 9 pages, List
7.
WILSON,
Mrs. Isaac nee Kittie BENNETT of Clarkville Raiapoi Island, Christchurch New
Zealand wrote in 1901 for the address of her uncle Sir Arthur Nicholson,
Bart. Her father married his sister Mary. Nicholson had been in
Australia but had gone back to England some years ago. 8 pages. . CONNECTION FOUND
WILSON,
Jos. Of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Washington, USA, wrote in 1896 re his
uncle Daniel HARRINGTON, or his descendants. Not found. 7 pages, List 15.
WILSON,
M.D., wrote from Toronto Canada in 1894 re his uncle RYALL, who left England
for Australia many years before. 1 page. List 4.
WILSON,
Mary Ellen. Sought by mother Ann DALLAS
of Preston, Lancashire in 1894, last heard from in 1891; husband is C.F.
Wilson. Found. 5 pages, List 22.
WILSON,
R., of Newcastle on Tyne England, twice in 1899 re his brother Frederick
William, who left there in 1876 and settled in Melbourne. His wife was the
daughter of Patrick O'CONNOR and had died leaving two children; there was a
court case over custody of the children. Frederick would be c46 years. 7 pages,
List 15.
WILSON,
Robert, of Glasgow Scotland, wrote in 1908 re his brother James, who he has not
been in touch with for many years. He had heard of his death, and believes he
left considerable property. Police find he died destitute. 6 pages, List 10.
WINKFIELD,
John P.C., JP of Westminster,
WISDEN,
Mrs. A., of Brighton, Sussex, England, wrote in 1895 re her husband William,
whom she last heard from six years ago, when he was in poor
circumstances. Mentions Carrie, Willie and Esther. 10 pages, List
4.
WISHART,
John. Solicitors Drever & Heddle, Kirkwall, Orkney Scotland wrote in
1892 re him. He was a native of the Parish of Orphin near there, who went
to Australia many years ago. His parents are now dead, and his brother is
looking for him, as he is to inherit some property. Later letter
acknowledges police help in locating him. 8 pages.
WITT,
Florence C., of Canning Lodge, Croydon England, wrote in 1897 re her husband
George Cornelius Witt, who left for Melbourne nearly three years previously,
had a position with the Union Bank. He sent money regularly up to a year ago,
then his father told her he had gone to the U.S. to get a divorce, and offered
to give her money to let the divorce go unchallenged. She refused and the
American court ordered him to pay her maintenance, which he has not done. She
asks police help, but they reply it is not a police matter. 5 pages, List 9.
WITTS,
John, of Wapping, London England, wrote in 1914 re his daughter Bessie Witts,
24 yrs, who left Liverpool in 1912 for Melbourne. Last heard of in a
partnership with a young woman she met on board. Found by police. 5 pages, List
7.
WOLFE,
Charles, alias PAGE, HANNING,
WOOD,
Mrs. C. of Prenton,
WOOD,
Charles, of Bow, London England, wrote in 1914 re his brother Robert, once in
Melbourne. Two brothers have died and he needs to let him know. Found. 2 pages,
List 7.
WOOD,
Percy Ambler, sought by wife Sophia of Detroit Michigan USA in 1915. She hasn't
heard from him for over 5 years. Small photo on file. 4 pages, List 7; see cost
of photos at top of list.
WOODCOCK,
John, bricklayer/labourer, sought in 1917 by son John of Invercargill New
WOODCOCK,
J., of Mornington Dunedin New Zealand wrote in 1917 re his mother, who left
Invercargill 32 yrs ago under the name of Mrs. WILLIAMS. Her married name was
WOODCOCK, maiden name Martha LAPWORTH, born Croydon England, and would now be
about 72 yrs. She had a second hand shop in Melbourne about ten years ago, and
three daughters, Bertha Emily, Jane and Mary Ann. Not found. 7 pages, List
6. CONNECTION FOUND
WOODGATE,
Herbert, sought by father B. Woodgate of Eastbourne Sussex England, in 1919. He
was a plumber. Brother Sgt. Thomas Woodgate of India also wrote. Found. 6
pages, List 16.
WOODHOUSE, Benjamin,
sought by Chief Constable in Barrow in Furness England, 1903 on behalf of
family. 55yrs, last heard of 1899 in St
Kilda, found. 10 pages, List 20.
WOODHOUSE,
Benjamin. Information sought by Chief Constable's Office, Barrow in Furness, in
1920. Encloses copy of previous enquiry and result in 1903. 5 pages, List 16.
WOODHOUSE,
Dudley, of St. Louis M.O. USA, wrote in 1893 re his uncle George Mortimer
WOODHOUSE, who was living at Spring Hill near Creswick in the 1850s, and was
from Co. Armagh Ireland. Found by police. 5 pages.
WOODWARD,
George Walter. High Commissioner, Australia House, London, England, wrote in
1919 re this person, who formerly lived at Highgate London, was married, and
c57 years old, on behalf of his sister Ellen Rebecca NICKSON of Southall
Middlesex. Photo of him, taken c20 years ago, on file. Not found. 7 pages, List
17. See instructions for cost of reproducing a photograph.
WOOLCOCK,
George, and sister Lizzie, write from
WOOLLEY,
Arthur, wrote from
WORSFOLD,
Thomas William, son of William of Surrey England. Interesting file concerning
investigation into his activities by an English solicitor and Vic. Police. He
had got money from a widow BASS (who had a son Sidney) by falsely claiming he
would marry her, then left for Australia, promising to send for her. Once in
Melbourne he married another woman, using the name Thomas ALISSON [? Not listed
in marriage index] and the pair went interstate. She left him because of his
drinking, and had supported him financially too. 16 pages, List 15.
WORTHINGTON,
Richard, died suddenly at Shepparton in 1880. Police inform his father of same
name in London, who reimburses costs of burial etc. 18 pages, List 17.
WRATH,
Nicholas. Sought by niece Fanny HAYES of
Hyndman, Ontario, Canada in 1906. He
went to the goldfields c50 yrs ago. Not
found. 5 pages, List 19.
WRENNELL,
George. Chief Constable Blackburn England, wrote in 1914 re this man who
migrated to Western Australia c3 years ago, 37 years, was much addicted to
drink. His wife and three children, 15, 14 and 5 years are in Blackburn. Not
found. 10 pages, List 7.
WRIGHT,
Edward. Drowned in 1906, was fireman on
board S.S. Port Elliott. Wife writes
from Canning Town, East London, U.K. seeking details. 6 pages, List 19.
WRIGHT,
George, of Aberdeen Scotland, wrote in 1906 re his sister Ann GARROW. Has seen a report that she drowned in 1904,
asks details. Her husband’s name was
John. 4 pages, List 19.
WRIGHT,
John of Bordesley Birmingham England wrote in 1892 re his uncle Robert WRIGHT
of Geelong; was aged over 80 years. 4 pages
WYMAN,
Mary Drummond of
YOULL,
Ruth D., of
YOUNG,
Henry James, wrote from Strand Infirmary, Edmonton London in 1892 re his
brothers Adam, who was drill sergeant in the Hampstead Militia, then came to
YOUNG,
James Henry of Homerton,
ZACHS,
Simon wrote from Chicago, Illinois, USA in 1892 re his two sons Abraham, 27
years, and Louis, 19 years, natives of Russia, who left two years ago; 'I am an
old man and sick and distracted from grief'. They may use the surname
SAKS.
ZENKER,
Isabel Mary of South Shields Durham England wrote in 1915 re her husband Ernest
Paul. She had written previously and police arranged for money to be taken out
of her husband's wages and sent to her. He had stopped this and she was
destitute; 'through this long strain of trying to make ends meet I have broke
down in health and I went through an operation ... and have my left breast cut
off ...' Police speak to his employer who is going to again take part of his
salary and send to her. 5 pages, List 8.
ZEPER,
G. Sought by Dutch Consul in Melbourne
in 1901. 5 pages, List 18.
ZERVAS,
Peter, of Middleboro, Mass., USA wrote in 1915 re Metros MALARIS, his Greek
brother in law, who was last heard from thre years ago. Not found. 5 pages,
List 6.
ZIEGLER,
Johann, wife and daughters Susannah and Sarah and son Hans, sought by Consul
for Austro-Hungary in Melbourne in 1906. They had immigrated in 1905 and hadn't
been heard from since. Found by police under name of CEILER. 7 Pages List 9.
ZIMMERMAN,
Leonard, of New York City, USA wrote in 1920 re his nephew Pirmin ZIMMERMAN,
fireman on a merchant steamer, who arrived in Melbourne 1914 and hasn't been
heard from since. 6 pages.
ZVITANOVICH,
Ivan, wrote from Dalmaria, Trstenik
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