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A biographical register of Australian colonial musical personnel–W (Wa-Weh)

Dr GRAEME SKINNER (University of Sydney)


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Graeme Skinner (University of Sydney), "A biographical register of Australian colonial musical personnel–W (Wa-Weh)", Australharmony (an online resource toward the early history of music in colonial Australia): https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php; accessed 19 March 2024







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Introductory note:

The primary focus of the biographical register is musical personnel first active before the end of 1860, with a secondary focus on members of their circles - families, pupils, colleagues, and other important contacts - first active after 1860.

Beyond that, there has been no systematic attempt as yet to deal with musical personnel first active after 1860, and so far the coverage is selective.

A major upgrade of the contents of this page was completed in May 2022, and newly added documentation (including genealogical data) and Trove tagging now brings the page content up to the end of 1860 close to completion.


Only such biographical information as can be confirmed from standard national databases or original documentation presented is entered at the head of each person entry in this page. Where no certain evidence of a person's birth year has yet been identified, the assumption is that we do not and cannot yet know with sufficient certainty to propose one. Years of birth or death, and sometimes also names and spellings of names, thus sourced and presented here, will often differ more or less substantially from those given (but often merely hazarded) in standard Australian and international bibliographic and biographical records.

The texts given in gold aim for the most part to be diplomatic transcriptions, wherever practical retaining unaltered the original orthography, and spellings and mis-spellings, of the printed or manuscript sources. Occasionally, however, some spellings are silently corrected (for instance, of unusual music titles and composers, to assist identification), and some orthography, punctuation and paragraphing, and very occasionally also syntax, editorially altered or standardised in the interests of consistency, clarity, and readability.




WACKELDINE, Conrad (Conrad BLUME; Conrad BLUMME; BLUM; alias Conrad WACKELDINE; WACKELDIENE; WAKELDINE; WACKELDEIN; WACKLEDEIN; WACKLEDINE; WACKELDENE; WACKELDEINE; WHACKELDINE)

Musician, professor of music, band-master, clarinettist, composer, publican

Born Hanover (Germany), c. 1832
Married (1) Margaret ?, 1852
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by July 1855
Married (2) Jane MEREDITH, Launceston, TAS, 8 June 1859, aged "28"
Died Ararat, VIC, September 1877, aged "45"

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https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WACKELDINE-Conrad (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

According to his death record, Conrad Whackeldine [sic], was born in Hanover, and (in September 1877) was aged 45, which roughly agrees with Conrad Blumme's [sic] age, of 28, at his marriage in June 1859.

It is not clear whether Conrad was related in any way to other band musician(s) named Blume active in Victoria from 1853. However, it appears he was probably married to Margaret Wackeldine, who appeared in the District Court in Melbourne in August 1857, and again in the police court on a charge of petty theft in July 1858.

One family history identified Frederick Blume of Beechworth, also born in Hanover, died 1915 aged 73 (therefore born c. 1842), and 53 years in Victoria (therefore arrived c. 1862), as Conrad's younger brother. This Frederick was almost certainly the (Frederick) Conrad Blume first reported as a miner at Beechworth in 1864. And if they were brothers, their parents' forenames (according to Frederick's death record) were Christian and Cath[erine].

Of the many reported spellings of the musician Conrad's adopted surname, Wackeldine is somewhat more common than any of the several others, including the next most common - Wackeldiene - and so is preferred here.


Documentation:

Victoria (by July 1855 to early 1857):

"THE BALL IN AID OF THE PATRIOTIC FUND", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (13 July 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154895002 

The grand ball given by the Victoria Volunteer Rifle Corps in aid of the Patriotic Fund was attended by the most numerous and fashionable assembly that we have ever seen gathered together upon any previous occasion. About 2000 persons were present. Carriages containing visitors continued to arrive at the doors in unbroken succession till nearly eleven o'clock. By this time the scene within the Exhibition Building was truly imposing: the galleries were decorated with a brilliant and varied collection of flags of all nations excepting one. From the roof depended drapery of varied colors. The numerous chandeliers threw a splendid light upon the whole. The company were too much crowded to be all dancing together, but waited for the turn afforded them with good humored patience. Of the music provided on this occasion we must speak in terms of the highest commendation. It was very good indeed, how could it be otherwise, when the bunds of the 12th and 40th Regiments were both present, besides that of the Volunteer Rifle Corps. The last named consisted of nine wind instruments, mostly brass; the different parts were excellently well balanced and beautifully mellowed in tone. Herr Wackeldine conducted very skilfully. Our old friends, Messrs. McCalla [Callan] and Johnson, wielded the baton for their respective orchestras, with that uniform spirit and good judgment which imp obtained for them universal approval. Besides being a first-rate military band the gentlemen forming the corps musicale of the Volunteers displayed their versatile ability by taking in band instruments of another kind, thereby forming a most excellent stringed orchestra. The bands all played by turns . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 12th Regiment (military band), George Douglas Callen (master); Band of the 40th Regiment (military band), Henry Johnson (master); for another ball at which the same three bands played, see "THE FRENCH BALL", The Argus (18 August 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4815638 

[Advertisement], Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (22 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202636065 

BAND OF MUSIC.
HERR WACKELDIENE begs leave to return his best thanks to the inhabitants of Castlemaine and the surrounding districts, for the liberal favors he has already received at their hands, and to inform them that his Quadrille Band is open to engagement.
Application to be made at the Criterion Hotel, Castlemaine.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (2 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88049799 

COLEMAN'S CRITERION BAND. CRITERION THEATRE.
H. COLEMAN begs to intimate to his patrons that the
CELEBRATED BRASS BAND For which he has been long in treaty, having just arrived, Will appear every Evening at the
CRITERION THEATRE, And play some of their admired National Airs and other favorite music.
Conductor - Conrad Wackeldiene.

COLEMAN'S CRITERION THEATRE. FRIDAY, MAY 2nd, 1856.
WILL be presented Bulwer's modern Play of LADY OF LYONS.
Claude Melnotte ... Mr. Clarance Holt.
Pauline - Mrs. Clarance Holt.
Grand Pas des Nations - Mrs. R. Macgowan.
To conclude with the favorite farce of TO PARIS AND BACK FOR £5. Prices of Admission Dress Circle and Stalls 6s., Pit, 4s.

COLEMAN'S CELEBRATED CRITERION BRASS BAND
will perform on Saturday next, the 3rd inst., in front, of the Criterion Hotel, at three o'clock in the afternoon,
when a selection of the most popular music of the day will be given.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Coleman (actor, theatrical manager); Clarance and Marie Holt (actors); Fanny Griffiths McGowan (dancer)

[Advertisement], Mount Alexander Mail (15 December 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202632397 

OPENING BALL. RED HILL MUSIC HALL.
Red Hill Hotel, Forest Creek, Monday, December 22nd, 1856.
W. LOW begs to inform the inhabitants of Forest Creek, and the public generally, that for the better accommodation of public entertainments, &c., he has erected the abovenamed spacious hall, which will be opened on the above date with a PUBLIC BALL . . .
Tickets - £1 5s. including supper . . . Dancing to commence at 10 o'clock . . .
Mr. Wackeldien's Band is engaged for the occasion.
Harvey - Violinist.
Quelch - Harpist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Harvey (violinist); Thomas Quelch (harpist)

"THE EIGHT HOURS' SYSTEM", Mount Alexander Mail (26 December 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202635556 

On Wednesday evening last (Christmas Eve), a public dinner (rather supper) took place at the Criterion Hotel, in honour of the introduction of the eight hours' system into Castlemaine. About 100 guests were present, among whom were several well-known employers of labour in this neighbourhood. T. Andrews. Esq., occupied the chair, and Mr. Jones, of Forest Creek, officiated as vice. The affair was got up very well, and reflected great credit on Messrs. Dorman and Dawes, the caterers and providers of the supper. The wines were good, the company in excellent humour (as befitting Christmas Eve), and everything passed off in the most orderly and pleasant manner. Mr. Wackeldiene's band were in attendance, and added much to the enjoyment of the evening.
After the cloth was removed, The Chairman rose . . . he therefore proposed as the first toast, "The Queen." This was received with all the honors. Band - "God Save the Queen!" . . .
After this, he called upon Mr. Christophers to propose the next toast . . . of "The Eight Hours' System." Drank enthusiastically. Band - " Cheer, boys, cheer" . . .
The Chairman then gave, " The H-od [sic] men of Castlemaine." The toast was received with laughter and cheers, and the band struck up "St. Patrick's Day in the Morning" . . .
The health of the Chairman, and other toasts, followed, and Christmas Eve had merged into Christmas Day ere the company broke up.

"A GRETNA GREEN MATCH", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (14 August 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2460421 

We stated sometime since that a case which excited some interest would shortly be heard at the District Court, in which a female sought to obtain an order for maintenance from her husband, the documentary evidence upon which she relied to prove her claim to support being a certificate granted by the celebrated blacksmith who rivets couples for life at Gretna Green. On Saturday the parties appeared before the District Court, Mr. Tufton Smith espousing the cause of the lady, Mrs. Margaret Wackendein [sic], and Mr. F. Stephen, that of the husband, Considine [sic]. Mr. Smith stated that the parties had been married in Gretna in 1852, and produced the certificate already referred to. About twelve months since they arrived in this colony, when the husband became the leader of an itinerant German band, and the wife followed the dress-making business, by which she earned from three to four pounds per week. They had for some time past occupied a two-room cottage in Little Lonsdale-street, and here the whole of the members of the band, fourteen or fifteen in number, were boarded and lodged; the husband insisting upon his wife's earnings being handed to him, for the purpose of meeting house expenses. She had long remonstrated against so many men being permitted to remain in the house, and these remonstrances at length had the effect of inducing her husband about a fortnight ago to turn her out of doors. In cross-examination by Mr. F. Stephen, who attempted to make it appear that the complainant was in the habit of getting tipsy, an assertion certainly not borne out by appearances or evidence, she stated that the defendant was her third husband, and that at the time of her marriage with him she was not aware whether her second husband was dead or not, but she had not once heard of him for seven years and four months. The Bench held that the marriage was a perfectly valid one, the 'lex loci' ruling the law of marriages. The defendant said he was ready to receive his wife if she would return home, and she consented to do so if he would discharge his legion of musicians; but as he declined to do so, the Bench ordered him to pay ten shillings per week towards the support of his better half. - Melbourne Herald.

ASSOCIATIONS: "Gretna Green weddings"; from 1754, when it became illegal to marry if underaged without parental consent, English couples obtained legal marriages ("anvil weddings") at a blacksmith's shop in the Scottish town of Gretna Green; also became a term for underage marriages generally

Tasmania (by May 1858 to early 1869):

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Mercury (20 May 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3248258

NOTICE. A GERMAN QUADRILLE BAND HAS been engaged to PLAY in the NEW MARKET every SATURDAY EVENING, from seven to nine o'clock. C. WACKELDIENE.

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (9 June 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3248675 

Notice. A SELECT QUADRILLE PARTY will take place at the Amphitheatre, Murray-street, on WEDNESDAY EVENING NEXT, the 9th instant, at 7 o'clock precisely, which will be conducted by C. Wackeldiene.
Admission, Two Shillings. Ladies free.

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (28 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38993766 

HORTICULTURAL GARDENS, LAUNCESTON.
GRAND FETE CHAMPETRE! GREAT GALA!
PROFESSOR ANDERSON At an expense of 150l.
MONDAY, the 1st November, 1858, To commence at 2 o'clock . . .
DANCING ON THE LAWN, And AL FRESCO DELIGHT . . .
A SUPERB BAND Will be in attendance throughout the day,
Professor Anderson having engaged HERR WACKELDIENE for the occasion.
The fete to conclude at dusk with ELABORATE DISPLAY OF COLOURED FIRES . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Henry Anderson (magician, entertainer)

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (6 November 1858), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65731012 

NOTICE. QUADRILLE BAND.
HERR WACKELDINE, formerly Leader or the Hungarian Band, begs leave to inform the inhabitants of Launceston and the country, that he is prepared to attend Balls, Pleasure Parties, and Excursion Trips, with either string or wind instruments.
Terms liberal, and may be made known upon application to Herr Wackeldine, Dolphin Inn, Patterson-street, Launceston.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (18 December 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65728601 

STEAM EXCURSION TO GEORGE TOWN.
THE Brethren of the INDEPENDENT Order of Rechabites respectfully inform the friends of the Order, and the public, that the DALHOUSIE BATHS, towed by steam, will leave the Wharf, on MONDAY Morning, the 27th December, at half past six o'clock, and proceed to George Town on a PLEASURE EXCURSION,
Returning to Town about eight o'clock in the evening . . .
Herr Wackeldine's Band will be in attendance.
By order of the Committee, ROBERT H. PRICE, Secretary.

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (12 January 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65731155 

Herr Wackeldine's excellent band is gaining extreme proficiency in their art. The members, several very respectable young men, all zealous musicians. It is in the intention of Herr Wackeldine so soon as the moon becomes strong to proceed with the band some evening to the Cataract, in a boat, to try the effect of the water and rocks upon the sound. We believe the music from that spot will be heard in delicious strains all over the town.

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (15 January 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65726728 

The excellent little Band of the Cornwall Lodge, Odd Fellows, under the leadership of Herr Wackeldein purposes making a water excursion to the Cataract, on Monday evening, at 8 o'clock, from the Bridge, proceeding in a boat - lent them for the occasion - past all the shipping and over the Bar playing the whole distance. The Band will remain at the Cataract about an hour, and then return to the Wharf. On Wednesday evening the Band will play at the Church Green, commencing at seven o'clock. The young men of this Band deserve every encouragement for the exertions they have made to arrive at musical proficiency.

1859, marriages in the district of Launceston; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:859995; RGD37/1/18 no 515

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/859995 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-18$init=RGD37-1-18P260 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 492 / 515 / June 8 1859 in the Dwelling House of Mrs. Coventry Balfour in Launceston / Conrad Blumme / 28 / Musician /
Jane Meredith / 19 / . . . [officiant] Henry Dowling . . .

"ST. JOHN-SQUARE", Launceston Examiner (8 November 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38998016

The Municipal Council have decided that this delightful promenade shall be opened to the citizens to-morrow (Wednesday), the day on which H.R.H. the Prince of Wales attains his majority. The gates will be opened from six in the morning until dusk, and it is to be hoped that the citizens will assist the authorities in endeavoring to preserve the shrubs and flowers with which the square is ornamented. Herr Wackeldiene's band will perform at 4 o'clock.

"THE NORTHERN VOLUNTEER RIFLE CORPS", The Cornwall Chronicle (9 May 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65988725 

The Committee appointed on Wednesday evening to revise the rules and regulations of the Corps met on Saturday evening, at the Criterion Hotel . . . Mr. Robins on behalf of Herr Wackeldine's band said he was empowered to offer the services of the band (nine in number) to the Corps, on condition that the latter supplied them with uniforms, they supplying their own instruments and giving their services gratis. Mr. Nelson said he believed there would be no difficulty in supplying the band with uniforms, as his list of subscriptions for purchasing uniforms already amounted to about £40. Mr. Murray said that about £60 at least had been subscribed for purchasing uniforms to be supplied gratis to certain members of the Corps . . .

"[FIRE BRIGADES]. THE DINNER", Launceston Examiner (17 May 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39000532 

In accordance with the usual practice the Brigades were entertained at dinner in the evening, by the directors, secretaries, and agents of the insurance companies . . . Herr Wackeldine's band, which includes some members of the brigades, performed during dinner.
The chairman commenced the speech making . . . He would ask them to drink the first of all toasts - "The Queen" . . . Band, Anthem.
The Chairman in one toast coupled the healths of prince Albert and the Prince of Wales . . . Band - "Prince Albert's March."
The Chairman again rose to propose . . . the health of . . . His Excellency Sir Henry Young . . . Band "Old English Gentleman."
The Chairman said the next toast was . . . "The army and navy." Great cheering. Band - "Britsh Grenadiers" . . .
He called upon the visitors to drink "Success to the United Fire Brigades." Drank with loud cheering. Band, "Red, White, and Blue" . . .
The vice-chairman (Mr. Aikenhead) proposed the "health of the Mayor and Aldermen" . . . Band - "Auld Lang Syne" . . .
Mr. Aikenhead said, the next toast he had to propose was . . . "Prosperity to the land we live in" . . . Band, "We have lived and loved together" . . .
The Vice-Chairman (Mr. Alderman Cohen) proposed "The Press." Band, "Brave Old Oak" . . .
Mr. Cohen then gave "the Ladies," . . . Band, "Here's a Health to all good Lasses" . . .
Mr. Foreman Whiting . . . begged to propose the health of the actuaries and agents of the various Insurance Companies, to whom they wished health, wealth, and prosperity . . . Band "For they are all jolly good fellows" . . .

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (6 June 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65991683 

We are glad to say that the public of Launceston will in the course of a fortnight be regaled with the best music they have yet had from a local instrumental band. The bands of Herr Wackeldine and Mr. Somerville have coalesced and joined the Launceston Volunteer Rifle Corps. As soon as the uniforms are completed, which will be in all probability by next week, the L. V. Corps band will play in the Church Square during one or two afternoons of each succeeding week. We are sure this movement of the L. V. Corps will be universally appreciated.

"EDITOR OF THE . . .", Launceston Examiner (9 June 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39000771 

SIR, - A paragraph appeared in last Wednesday's Chronicle stating that Mr. Wackeldine's and Mr. Somerville's bands had both joined, making one full band. The statement made in the Chronicle is quite a mistake, for Mr. Somerville or his band has no connection whatever with Mr. Wackeldine. And, on the other hand, the Tasmanian Band could not think of playing for No. 1 Rifle Corps, as they have promised to play for the Launceston Volunteer Artillery Company.
Yours, &c.,
TASMANIAN BAND.
June 8.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Somerville (musician, band leader); Tasmanian Band (amateur band)

"LAUNCESTON VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY CORPS", Launceston Examiner (23 June 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39000978 

The cadets of the Launceston Volunteer Artillery Company met on Thursday evening at the Launceston Hotel, for the purpose of receiving the report of the Board of Management . . .
That the dress of the band be as follows - Blue cloth jacket with red cord round the collar and cuffs and up the back seam, and slashed with red braid across the breast, and red shoulder-knots, blue cloth trousers, red cord down the outside seams, caps, red cloth, with blue bugle in front; band master, silver shoulder-knot, silver bugle, and three silver stripes on the arm - he ranking as sergeant . . .
On the subject of the band the Board have report that two offers have of service have been received, one from Mr. Somerville, and another from Herr Wackeldine. The Board cannot recommend the acceptance of the offer of Mr. Somerville, as it would necessitate a large outlay for instruments; the other, from Herr Wackeldine, was accepted (as far as the Board could do so), on condition that he and the members of his band enrol themselves in the corps and engage to serve for a stated period. In reply to a letter containing these conditions, an answer was received signed by eleven members of the band, expressing their willingness to accede to them.
In the meantime, however, a communication was received by the Board from the commanding officer of the L. V. R. Corps, stating that Herr Wackeldine's band could not honorably engage to play for the Artillery Corps, as they were under written agreement, to play for the Rifle Corps. On receipt of this letter the secretary of Herr Wackeldine's band was written to by the secretary of this corps, and asked if these statements were correct. His reply denied that any such agreement had been signed by the band. On the faith of this letter the Board recommended that Herr Wackeldine's band be engaged . . .

"BIRTHS", Launceston Examiner (10 July 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39001189 

On the 7th instant, at her residence, Cameron-street, Mrs. Wackeldine, of a son.

Baptisms in the parish of St. John's Launceston in the county of Cornwall in the year 1860; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1092414; RGD32/1/4 no 5568

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1092414 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-4$init=RGD32-1-4P14 (DIGITISED)

No. 2196 / [baptised] 15th August 1860 / [born] 7th July 1860 / Albert William / [son of] Conrad and Jane Matilda / Wackeldine / Launceston / Musician . . .

"LOCAL. ATTEMPTED HIGHWAY ROBBERY", The Hobart Town Advertiser (14 July 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264660391 

Herr Wackeldine states that a few evenings since, as he was riding from Cressy to Longford, a man came out of a lane and saying "Stop German" sprang forward and attempted to catch the bridle. The horse, however, moved rapidly on, and Herr Wackeldine escaped; but when at some distance the horse put his foot into a hole and stumbled; Herr Wackeldine was thrown over the animal's head and his arm much bruised. - Examiner.

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (8 August 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65991546 

Launceston is rapidly acquiring the air of a garrison town . . . On Thursday evening last the Launceston Artillery Corps preceded by Herr Wackeldine's band, matched from their place of drill in the Commissariat Store near the Wharf, up St. John street, round St. John's Square, down Charles-street, and halted opposite the residence of Mr. James Robinson, where they gave three cheers and were then dispersed. The Launceston Rifle Corps with Somerville's excellent band had marched through the principal streets of the town to dinner at the "Star Hotel" on the previous Monday numbering upwards of forty members, with rifles and accoutrements, and also dressed in dark clothing . . . The Corps was marched out again on Monday evening. Nearly all the officers and men were present. Mr. Somerville's band played several spirit-stirring marches, to which the Corps marched from their parade ground at the Military Barracks up Cameron street into Charles-street, up Brisbane-street, down George-street, into Patterson-street, again into Charles-street, down Elizabeth to Wellington-street, up Frederick-street into St. John Square, down Charles-street, and were dismissed opposite the Star Inn . . .

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (25 September 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39002225 

[ADVERTISEMENT.]
Launceston, 25th Sept., 1860.
I HAVE noticed a paragraph in the Cornwall Chronicle of Saturday, stating that the gentlemen composing the Evandale Band require the services of an efficient bandmaster in consequence of the shameful treatment they have received from Herr Wackeldine, they having determined to have no more to do with him. It is a great pity that Captain Murray has not got the good sense belonging to him before he tries to injure any man's character. Hear both sides of the question. The following letter from the majority of the gentlemen comprising the Evandale Band, will show the public that the junior editor of the Cornwall Chronicle is neither ashamed nor afraid to injure any man through the columns of his press.
C. WACKELDINE.

Evandale, 22nd Sept., 1860
We the undersigned, members of Herr Wackeldine's band, are perfectly satisfied with him for his management in conducting the Evandale Band during the last twelve months, and we have no fault to find with him.
Thomas Hanney
James Twist
William Hanney
J. Tare
Thomas Terry
T. Stretten.

"OUR MONTHLY SUMMARY . . . DANCING", Launceston Examiner (15 December 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39003401 

Herr Wackeldine announces the formation of a quadrille club, to meet every Wednesday evening at the Cornwall.

"THE HUON REGATTA", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (6 February 1862), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8804176 

This Aquatic Festival was held yesterday at Shipwright's Point, Huon River, and the proceedings came off with great eclat. At seven in the morning the Culloden Steamer, full of passengers, left the Franklin Wharf, and was followed at eight o'clock by the steamer Monarch, which was also crowded with pleasure-seekers. His Excellency the Governor, with his aide de camp Captain Steward, arrived on board the Monarch, and was received with great respect, the Band playing the National Anthem. The weather was most delightful, a cool sea breeze tempering the heat the sun's rays. A band was on board each of the steamers, the decks furnished extempore ball-rooms, and, animated by the strains of music, many of the passengers joined in the mazy dance . . . Not the least attractive feature of the day was the Battalion Band, a portion of which was on board each of the steamers, that on the Monarch being led by Mr. Simpson, the master of the Band, whilst in the Culloden the leadership was taken by Herr Wackeldine, of the City Guards' band. Arrived on the ground the band united, and performed several overtures and concerted pieces, adding greatly to the hilarity and amusement of the proceedings . . . Shortly after 5 o'clock the Culloden left for Hobart Town, and was followed by the Monarch about half an hour afterwards. At Three Hut Point, the Monarch came up with the Culloden and passed her, the Band on board the Monarch playing, "The girl I left behind me," - the band of the Cullodon played "See the conquering hero comes" to which she was answered by "Rule Britannia" - the passengers onboard both steamers cheering lustily . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Simpson (band master)

"CAMBRIDGE PLOUGHING MATCH", The Mercury (14 October 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8828908

The Cambridge ploughing match for the year 1864, came off yesterday, and notwithstanding the extremely threatening state of the weather, was a most successful affair, and attracted a large number of persons from town . . . A fine brass band was in attendance composed of musicians from town, under the leadership of Herr Conrad Wackeldiene of Sorell, and performed numerous pieces during the day . . .

"COUNTRY NEWS. FORCETT", The Mercury (22 November 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8829620 

Another of those pleasant meetings so indicative of the good feeling existing among the inhabitants, and promoting the social intercourse between families, took place at Mr. Rolling's, Forcett, on Friday the 18th instant. The ball room as before was decorated in the most tasteful manner, with the choicest flowers from Mr. Rolling's garden, and the effect produced far surpassed the previous exertions made by the young ladies who superintended this part of the arrangements. The beautiful ferns had a most pleasing effect, interspersed as they were with roses, carnations, and other sweet smelling flowers, but the youth and beauty present produced an effect that far surpassed all floral decorations. The ball was conducted by Herr Conrad Wakeldine with the usual urbanity, and he must have felt much gratified by an unlooked for compliment lately paid to him for the skill he has shown in his profession, and the recognition of his service in teaching the rising generation those desirable accomplishments of music and dancing of which he is perfect master, as also to his moral worth, and the satisfaction expressed by those who have entrusted their children to his tuition. The music was by Mr. McGinnis from Hobart Town, assisted by several amateurs in the neighborhood and from Sorell. The pupils of Herr Conrad Wackeldine astonished all who heard them by their proficiency and the masterly manner in which they played. In pleasant re-unions like these it is not customary for "tables to groan under the weight of good things" but refreshments of the most choice description were provided in abundance, and ample use were made of them in the course of the evening. The company numbered about 120 and too much praise cannot be awarded to those who had undertaken the arrangement and management of the ball . . .

"RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF SORELL. FORCETT", Hobart Town Advertiser, Weekly Edition (3 December 1864), 1

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On the night of the 18th inst. [Nov.], a grand ball, for which upwards of 150 invitations were issued, took place in a barn adjoining the residence of, and belonging to Mr. J. Rollings, Forcett. Upwards of 120 persons, comprising many of the principal residents of Sorell, Wattle Hill, Forcett, and neighboring localities, availed themselves of the opportunity of expressing their opinion of the merits of Mr. C. Wackeldine, as a teacher of music and dancing, the entertainment being given in compliment to him by several of his Forcett friends. Dancing commenced at an early hour, and with occasional intermission for the purpose of visiting the refreshment rooms, which were abundantly supplied with both liquids and solids, was kept up with great spirit until long after daylight, no less than 35 dances being danced . . .

"COUNTRY COURTS. SORELL GENERAL SESSIONS. SATURDAY, 3RD DECEMBER . . . COWLEY V. WACKELDINE", The Mercury (6 December 1864), 2

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A claim of £6, balance for sale of horse, sold in July last. Defence set up, had not sufficient notice. Plaintiff proved he had asked for the money some time back, and had a promise of payment. Verdict for amount, with costs. Mr. Wackeldine on application was allowed time to pay it in.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (8 April 1865), 1

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HERR CONRAD WACKELDINE having taken the well-known Hotel at Kangaroo Point known as the GOLDEN FLEECE, trusts that he will gain that support it will always be his study to deserve, and begs to assure his friends and the public generally that it will be his constant endeavor to supply them with the best articles procurable in his trade accompanied with the strictest civility . . .

"CLARENCE MUNICIPALITY . . . THE GOLDEN FLEECE", The Mercury (8 May 1865), 2

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The application of Herr Conrad Wackeldine for a transfer of the Golden Fleece from Robert Thorne. Mr. Graves appeared for the applicant, and Mr. D'Emden for Mr. Thorne, in opposition to the transfer. The lease and agreement between the parties having been put in by Mr. Graves, he submitted that these documents, and the surrounding circumstances showed consent on the part of Mr. Thorne. Mr. D'Emden opposed the transfer, on the ground that the arrangement by applicant had not been carried out, and he denied that he had that kind of possession which justified the inference that consent had been perfected. The Bench having consulted on the point, decided to grant the transfer.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (7 July 1865), 4

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MONDAY, July 10. Insolvent Estate of Conrad Wackeldine. MR. WORLEY Is instructed by John Milward, Esq., Assignee, to sell by auction, on the premises, Ship Tap, Elizabeth-street, MONDAY, July 16, at 11 o'clock, without reserve, REMAINDER OF STOCK-IN-TRADE and UTENSILS, HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE . . .

"APPLICATION TO HOLD TO BAIL", The Advertiser [Hobart, TAS] (7 July 1865), 2-3

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At the Insolvent Court on Wednesday last, in the case of a foreigner named Conrad Wackeldine, Mr. Fletcher who appeared for a number of creditors, who had been duped by the Insolvent, applied to the Commissioner to hold the Insolvent to bail, on the grounds that they had strong reason to believe that he intended to leave the colony. The Commissioner on referring to the Insolvent Act, found that such a power was vested in him, but required the appli-[3]-cation be supported by the affidavit of a creditor to the extent of £20 and upwards, at the same time consenting to hear it in chambers. The creditors feel strongly as to the Insolvent's conduct, and intend to oppose his discharge; this application was made in order to secure his attendance at the adjourned meeting for discharge.

"ANOTHER ABSCONDING INSOLVENT", The Advertiser (27 July 1865), 3

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We mentioned some time since that a warrant had been issued for the apprehension of an insolvent named Conrad Wackeldine, and that after he was arrested by a creditor to whom the warrant was entrusted he managed to get out of his grasp, and by the aid of accomplices destroyed the warrant and got away. It was supposed the insolvent was not out of the colony, and his Honor at once granted a fresh warrant, but the insolvent had absconded in the meantime, and when the case was called on yesterday the insolvent was not in attendance. The warrant not having been executed the meeting was adjourned for a fortnight. This is the second insolvent who has absconded within the past one or two months.

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, 16TH AUGUST, 1865 . . . In re CONRAD WACKELDINE", The Mercury (17 August 1865), 2

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Adjourned first meeting and for discharge. The Registrar informed the court that insolvent was arrested on the 11th instant, at a distance from Hobart Town, but as he had not sufficient money to pay his coach fare he would be compelled to walk. Mr. Graves, as an act of humanity, suggested that the official assignee be authorised to pay insolvent's coach fare. Mr. Fletcher, for creditors, objected. Mr. Graves would pay then the coach fare himself.

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23RD, 1865 . . . In re CONRAD WACKELDINE", The Mercury (24 August 1865), 3

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Adjourned 1st meeting. Insolvent was not present. The Commissioner said he had heard from the Inspector of Police at Launceston, that insolvent, who was in custody, was ill, and on a certificate of Dr. Miller to that effect, his Honor had directed the assignee to pay the expense of bringing insolvent down by coach. The meeting was therefore adjourned for a week.

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST, 30TH, 1865 . . . In re CONRAD WACKELDINE", The Mercury (31 August 1865), 2

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Adjourned 1st. meeting and on discharge. Insolvent was brought up in custody, and was not represented professionally. The Registrar informed the Commissioner that the insolvent had been apprehended on his Honor's warrant, for absconding. His Honor asked insolvent if he had any thing to say for not appearing at the proper time? Insolvent acknowledged that he was very foolish; the fact was he was frightened as he was told he would get two years' transportation, and he went to Launceston, where he got a glass of drink; but he gave himself up yesterday three weeks; he was coming to Hobart Town for the purpose, but he thought it better to do so to Mr. Propsting at Launceston.
The Commissioner: Well, it seems you are apprehended now; you were very foolish, for although you would not have got two years' transportation, this Court having no such power you have rendered yourself liable to two years' imprisonment with hard labor for the misdemeanour of absconding, should any creditor choose to prosecute you in the Supreme Court.
Insolvent: I did not know better.
The Registrar asked insolvent if he had advertised this meeting.
Insolvent: No, but Mrs. Wackeldine gave money to some one to do it, and I have not a shilling now.
The Assignee said he had £5 or £6 in hand belonging to the estate and should feel it his duty to pay the expense of advertising.
His Honor appointed Wednesday Sept. 13th for the adjourned meeting and on discharge, and insolvent was remanded in custody.

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, 20TH AUGUST [sic, September], 1865 . . . IN RE CONRAD WACKELDINE", The Mercury (21 September 1865), 3

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This was a meeting for judgment on application for discharge. Insolvent was brought up in custody. In answer to the Commissioner, the official Assignee said there would not be one farthing of assets in this estate.
The Commissioner said the insolvent had got himself into difficulties by conduct which was most discreditable to him. He had been opposed by Mr. Taylor on the ground that he had contracted a debt by means of fraud and misrepresentation and it appeared by his own evidence that this charge was strictly true, for he admitted having given a bill of sale over horses, harness, &c., which never had any existence, and which certainly never belonged to him. He had besides after leaving Kangaroo Point contracted debts with other persons having no reasonable or probable expectation of being able to pay the same. Those creditors had all opposed the insolvent and he (the Commissioner) was bound to say that the charges had all been made out. Under those circumstances he could not grant the insolvent his discharge then. In measuring punishment, however, he would consider the fact that insolvent had already been in gaol for six weeks. He would now order his certificate of discharge to be suspended for two months and that he be imprisoned during that period. He might state that since the previous meeting he had received a letter from insolvent's wife on his behalf. It was very improper of Mrs. Wackeldine to write to him, but he was very sorry for her. The insolvent should, however, have considered his wife and children himself, and not have proceeded in the reckless manner which he seemed to have done. The court then rose.

"HOBART TOWN AND THE SOUTH", Launceston Examiner (26 September 1865), 4

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At the Hobart Town Insolvent Court, on Wednesday, Conrad Wackeldine's certificate of discharge was suspended for two months, during which time he is to be imprisoned, for having contracted a debt by means of fraud and misrepresentation. Insolvent has already been in gaol six weeks.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (22 November 1865), 10

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NEW DANCING ACADEMY, Cornwall Assembly Rooms.
HERR W. C. WACKELDINE, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC AND DANCING,
Will give an opening SOIREE, IN THE CORNWALL ASSEMBLY ROOMS,
ON TUESDAY EVENING NEXT, The 28th November,
When a variety of new Dances will be introduced to the notice of intending pupils.
A full Brass Band will be in attendance.
Admission - Double ticket, 2s. 6d.; single do, 1s. 6d.
TESTIMONIAL.
To Herr Conrad Wackeldine, Teacher of Music and Dancing, Sorell.
DEAR SIR . . .
Trusting that the same success that has marked your efforts among us may attend your future course, and with every kindly feeling to Mrs. Wackeldine and your children,
We are, dear Sir, Your faithful friends, (Signed)
R. Blyth, Warden, and family of six - Pupils.
G. Scotswood, Superintendent of Police, and family of four - Pupils.
Wm. Newett, and family of seven - Pupils.
E. Newett, and family of four - Pupils.
Alexander Denholm, and family of seven - Pupils.
Christ. Worladge and two sisters - Pupils.
Hunt, and family of four - Pupils.
B. Reardon, and family of five - Pupils.
J. Ward, and family of five - Pupils.
Diamond, and family of six - Pupils.
E. Reardon, and daughter - Pupil.
J. Stanton, W. C. F. Crowder, G. Philips, J. C. Dedgar, G. A. Allanby, J. G. Marshall, I. Marshall, J. Rollings, and W. F. Thorn - Pupils.
Massey, J. Cook, and J. Laing - Friends.

"TORQUAY (From our own Correspondent) 19th March . . . PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Cornwall Chronicle (21 March 1866), 9

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The Philharmonic Society, at La trobe, held a meeting on Thursday evening last. This society is coming on very well for the short time it has been started; there are now nearly twenty members, under the tuition of Herr Wackeldine.

"NARROW ESCAPE FROM DROWNING", Launceston Examiner (18 August 1866), 3

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We have been informed by the master of one of the coasting crafts that Mr. Wackeldine and family, late of this town, narrowly escaped drowning at Emu Bay on Saturday morning last. Mr. Wackeldine had hired a small boat at Circular Head for the purpose of proceeding to the Mersey, and bringing his family up. On returning with Mrs. Wackeldine and four children, the wind, which had been rather stiff all the morning, increased to a gale, and for safety Mr. Wackeldine determined to run her into Emu Bay. In doing this, however, the situation became so perilous that he lost all command of the boat, and the force of the wind dashed her against the jetty. Her side was immediately stove in and she filled, and the whole of her occupants were thrown into the water. Luckily a number of persons close by observed the occurrence, and at once rushed forward and rescued the whole of the family. It is said to have been a very narrow escape indeed. A few articles of furniture in the boat at the time have been lost.

"CIRCULAR HEAD [From our own Correspondent]", Launceston Examiner (28 December 1866), 2

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On Tuesday night, 18th December, the Forest Band, under the leadership of Mr. Wackeldeine, assisted by several amateurs, gave its first public performance, as per programme, in the large barn kindly lent by Mr. William Deavine, of Monatru, Circular Head Forest. The barn was fitted up expressly for the occasion, having a raised platform for the performers, and in front, hanging from the rafters, a large transparency with the words in large letters " Welcome to the Forest Band," the kangaroo and emu in the corners, and V.R., - all very neatly executed, and with the lights showing from the back gave it a very pretty appearance. There were about 300 persons present, including children, a number having gone out from Stanley to witness the performances, and to welcome the Forest Band. The whole was gone through in a most creditable and pleasing manner, and certainly the young men connected with the band, considering the very short time they have been under Mr. Wackeldine, have done wonders, reflecting very great credit not only on themselves for their steady advancement in the beautiful science of music, but to Mr. Wackeldine, their instructor, for the manner in which he has brought them forward. There were some 10 or 17 performers in the band. The amateurs also acquitted themselves very well. Some very pretty songs were introduced between the pieces performed by the band, which was of considerable assistance to the concert, in dividing the instrumental from the vocal music performed during the evening.

PROGRAMME.
Forest trumpet march, full band; song, "Polly Perkins," in character, H. Pegg; Scots Polka, full band; song, F. Bridley and E. Medwin; waltz, Nymph of the Wave, by five instruments, band; song, "Johnny comes marching home," F. Bridley; song, F. Bridley and E. Medwin; May Flower Schottische, full band; Grammatic Alphabet, Thos. Medwin; quartette by four clarionets, C. Wackeldine, T. Carroll, T. Martin, and A. Smith; song, "Dublin Bay," A. Barnes; First Love Waltz, full band; song, "Under the willow she is sleeping," with chorus, C. Wackeldine; Love Not, by five instruments, band; song, "Just before the battle field," W. Edwards; Partant pour la Syrie, band; song, H. Pegg.

(Interval of fifteen minutes.) Cheer, boys, cheer, full band; song, "Be kind to thy father," F. Bridley; The Soldier's Return, band; song, comic, H. Pegg; polka, Helena, by four instruments; Old Folks at Home, full band; song, I am far from Home," W. Edwards; Rosalie the Prairie Flower, by seven instruments; song, "There's nothing like pride about me," H. Pegg; Ever of Thee, five instruments; song, "Barrel of Pork," F. Bridley; Massa's in de Cold Ground, full band; song, "Glencoe," Thos. Medwin; Leven Schottische, by eight instruments; song; song; the Forest Polka, full band; song, "What are you going to stand?" A. Barnes; Auld Lang Syne, full band; [REDACTED] farce by Uncle Sam, Sapper Squash, and Dandy Jim; God Save the Queen.

"Circular Head (From our own Correspondent) CONCERT", The Cornwall Chronicle (1 June 1867), 5

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On Monday evening the 13th May, the members of the Forest Union and the Independent Bands, gave a concert in the Forest for the benefit of their Band master - Mr. Wackaldiene. The building used for the occasion was a barn kindly lent by Mr. Tuthill, which we must say was not rendered so attractive as it might have been. The building is situated in perhaps the most botanical part of the forest, and a few fern leaves and flowers might have been artistically displayed to advantage, as on former occasions. There were about two hundred persons present all of whom expressed mingle delight and astonishment at the masterly way the young men acquitted themselves. There were thirty-two performers. The Forest Union Band has appeared before the public on a former occasion, but the members of the Independent Band now made their debut. It is only due to Professor Wackeldiene to say that his pupils are progressing satisfactorily, and it is evident he must have been most assiduous in his duties to have insured the progress they display in this refined art in so short a time. It would be more discreet perhaps to refrain from passing eulogy on the merits of any particular performer, but suffice it is to say they all did well; and it is as creditable to these young men as it must be pleasing to the public to see them so studious and orderly. Who knows but the zest perceptible in them for acquiring a knowledge of music may lead to a taste for study of a more useful and scientific character.
The following is the -
PROGRAMME.
PART 1.
Cheer Boys Cheer - Band
March - Warrior's Joy - Band
Song - Comic - Thomas Gray
Schottische - May Flower - Band
Sonnambula - A non Glunge - Band
Song - Sentimental - James Kay
Polka - Casina - Band
March - Napoleon's - Band
Song - My old Kentucky Home - A. Kay
Galop - Wilhemina - Band
Cavatina - Lucretia Borgia - Band
Song - Comic - Thomas Gray
Waltz - The First Love - Band
PART II.
March - Alice Gray - Band
Waltz - Nymph of the Wave - Band
Song - Sentimental - James Kay
Daughter of the Regiment - Band
The Forest Trumpet March - Band
Song - Comic - Thomas Gray
Cavatina - Sonnambula - Band
Schottische - Ararat - Band
Song - The Slave - Albert Kay
Polka - Ford's Look Out - Band
Song - Sentimental - James Kay
March - Katie Darling - Band
God Save the Queen - Band.

"TORQUAY REGATTA (From our own Correspondent)", Launceston Examiner (11 January 1868), 2-3

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The event of the year here - the Annual Regatta - came off on New Year's Day, with great success . . . [3] . . . Wackeldine's band from Circular Head has been performing at Lyons's Hotel here for several nights, but with what success I am not aware. They were engaged also to perform at the regatta up the river . . .

Victoria (from 1868/69):

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (15 May 1869), 5

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Conrad Wackeldiene, of Warrnambool, Villiers, professor of music.
Causes of insolvency: Want of sufficient employment for self and family, and inability to pay off debts incurred in consequence of losses sustained through the wreck of a boat called the Leisure Hour, off Tasmania, in 1867.
Liabilities, £89.15s.; assets, £23.5s.; deficiency, £66.10s.

[News], The Argus (24 July 1869), 5

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The "Rogue's March" police case, says the Hamilton Spectator, has excited some interest, the court being crowded with spectators. It was a charge of insulting behaviour preferred by Mr. Irving, the drill-instructor of the volunteers, against Mr. Wadley, the landlord of the Royal. It appears the Foresters, of which body Mr. Irving was a member, had resolved to remove their court from the Royal Hotel to the new Oddfellows'-hall. This is presumed to have given offence to the landlord of the Royal; but whether that be the case or not, the Foresters, on the conclusion of their meeting, were met in the passage by Wadley, playing the Rogue's March on the poker and shovel, the bandmaster playing the accompaniment on the clarinet. In his evidence, Irving said he had been in the army, and the Rogue's March was one of the worst symbols of disgrace a military man could be subjected to. C. Wackeldiene gave evidence that at the suggestion of somebody in the hotel that night he played a certain march, but he had always known that time by the name of the "Twopenny Post-man". With the kind permission of the Bench he would play the tune, so that it might be recognised. Amid roars of laughter, Mr. Wackeldiene pulled out his clarinet, and gave a few bars of the well-known "Rogue's March". The Bench inflicted a fine of 10s.

"BRASS BAND", Border Watch [Mount Ganbier, SA] (6 August 1870), 2

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Herr Wackeldiene, from Hamilton, is now here on a visit with the view of seeing what prospects there are of getting up a Brass Band. He has had large experience in the colonies in drilling such bands and we trust he will find sufficient scope here to induce him to settle down amongst us. In concert with Mr. Hedges he is to give a vocal and instrumental concert on an early day.

"ANNIVERSARY OF THE LOYAL MOUNT GAMBIER LODGE . . . THE PROCESSION", Border Watch (17 September 1870), 2

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The rendezvous was the Oddfellows' and Foresters' Hall, where the members of the various friendly societies were invited to meet the Oddfellows' at two o'clock, sharp . . . Under the banner were the present officers . . . Close behind them was the Mount Gambier Union Brass Band, consisting of Herr Wackeldiene, band master, with clarionette and Messrs. J. A. Watts, bass; J. Jobbling, baritone; S. Mitchell, tenor-horn; W. H. Hedges, first cornet; A. Mumme, first cornet; H. Rubenkonig, first cornet; Haines, second cornet; Byron, second cornet; C. Gust, clarionette; Holtzmann, piccolo-flute; Sladdin, bass drum; J. Gardiner, kettle drum; and C. Mumme, triangle. Some popular musical pieces were excellently played by the band during the procession, and also a new piece composed by Herr Wackeldiene himself, entitled "The Mount Gambier March." The efficiency of the band considering its recent formation and short training is deserving of special mention. Following the band were the Oddfellows, arrayed in regalia . . .

[2 advertisements], Portland Guardian (1 January 1872), 1s

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Conrad Wackeldiene, Professor of Music and Dancing, PALMER-STREET, PORTLAND.
TERMS: One Guinea per quarter for each; hours to suit pupils.

HERR BOTTGER, Professor of Music, OTWAY-STREET, PORTLAND.

"POLICE COURT. Saturday, 3rd February, 1872", Portland Guardian and Normanby General Advertiser (5 February 1872), 2

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The case of Wackeldine v. Ogilby for £2 2s musical tuition, part heard on Saturday last, and postponed for the evidence of Captain Trangmar as to the regulations under which band-boys were admitted. Capitain Trangmar deposed that boys under 17 years of age could only be admitted to the band under the Regulations by consent, and the rule was that they must serve in the Volunteer Band for two years. To the complaint Captain Trangmar said there was nothing to forbid the bandmaster from taking private pupils, but till sworn in such were not recognised as members of the band.

The defendant, Mr. L. Ogilby, who appeared in court to answer for his son under age, said he held it was not right for the bandmaster employed by the volunteers to make any money arrangement with a boy under 17 years without his father's consent. He was aware his son had joined the band of which he was virtually a member though not sworn in, but he was not aware of the pecuniary obligations in the agreement, which should not have been with his son but with himself. The bench held that the defendant was clearly liable and made as order for £2 2s and 4s costs.

"Items of News . . . OBITUARY", Hamilton Spectator (4 October 1877), 2

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Mr. Conrad Wackeldiene, who was at old time bandmaster at Hamilton and at other towns in the Western district, died at the Ararat hospital the other day.

? "DEATH AT THE THREE MILE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (28 August 1915), 2

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A very old and respected resident of the Three Mile (Baarmutha), in the person of Mr. Frederick Blume, died on Thursday last, aged 73 years. He was born at Hanover, and spent 53 years of his life in Victoria . . .

"MOUNT GAMBIER'S EARLY BRASS BANDS", Border Watch (27 July 1940), 4

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. . . Another matter that occupied the attention of the brethren at this period [late 1850s] was the mode of raising the salary of the leader of the band (Bro. Wackeldine), viz. £30 per annum. Some of the brethren endeavoured to have it paid from the management fund by a special levy but the illegality of doing so was pointed out by G. M. Stephens, and eventually a number of the members of the lodge guaranteed to pay the amount themselves. The band kept together for about three years, and what became of the instruments I cannot say, but they we're lodge property; the late P.G.C, Grant I believe, was a donor to the fund for purchasing instruments, of £20 . . .

"NARRACOORTE BAN", The Narracoorte Herald (12 June 1945), 2

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. . . Mr. Elsden, in giving some reminiscences, mentioned that Mr. Jas. Sharpley and himself discussed the formation of a band in 1870, and these two men and Messrs. S. Carne, E. Bacon, J. Lobban, and two or three others, commenced activities. They first got W. Marshall, a miller at the flour mill, to teach them music; then Herr Whackeldene came from Mount Gambier to teach them the instruments at £3 a week, when about 17 joined up, but this number was soon reduced to nine or ten. Mr. V. Elsden took charge as soon as Herr Wackeldene left, and continued as Bandmaster for many years . . .




WADDY, Lizzie Anne (Elizabeth Anne STACY; Lizzie Anne; Mrs. Richard Anderson WADDY; L. A. WADDY)

Amateur musician, composer

Born Port Macquarie, NSW, 29 July 1844; baptised St. Thomas, Port Macquarie, 8 January 1845; daughter of John Edward STACY (1799-1881) and Jane WEST (1805-1854)
Married Richard Anderson WADDY (1844-1918), St. Jude's, Randwick, NSW, 14 September 1870
Died Killara, NSW, 31 May 1920, aged 75

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Elizabeth+Ann+Stacy+Waddy+1844-1920 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WADDY-Lizzie-Anne (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Waddy (1814-1881; 50th regiment) was her father-in-law; he married in Sydney in 1840 while first serving in NSW; he passed through Australia again in 1863, en route to New Zealand, and was again in Sydney in 1866; the pianist-composer Alfred Anderson dedicated his The Queen's Own galop to him in 1867.


Documentation:

"MARRIAGE", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 September 1870), 1

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On the 14th instant, at St. Jude's Church, Randwick, by the Rev. Thomas Wilson, RICHARD ANDERSON, eldest son of Major-General WADDY, C.B., to ELIZABETH ANNE, youngest daughter of J. E. STACY, Esq., F.R.C.S.L.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 January 1878), 2

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JUST PUBLISHED The POONAH WALTZ, for the pianoforte, composed and dedicated to her father, J. E. Stacy, Esq., F.R.C.S.L., by L. A. WADDY. Price, 2s 6d net, ELVY and CO., 321, George-street.

"NEW MUSIC", Evening News (5 January 1878), 4

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We have received a copy of the Poonah waltz, composed by L. A. Waddy, and dedicated to her father, J. E. Stacy, Esq., F.R.C.S.L.. The composition is published by Elvy and Co., of George-street, in this city. It is very nicely printed, the melody is very pretty, and the harmonies are rich and full. The composer makes large use of dissonant sevenths in harmonising, but uses them with skill. As the composition is both beautiful, and easily played, it is likely to be a great favourite in the drawing room.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Hammond Elvy (music publisher)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 June 1920), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article15892277

WADDY. - May 31st, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Norman Pockley, Lorne Avenue, Killara, Elizabeth Ann, relict of the late Colonel Richard Anderson Waddy, late of Morpeth, aged 75 years.


Musical work:

The Poonah waltz, for the pianoforte by L. A. Waddy . . . dedicated to her father J. E. Stacey, esquire, F.R.C.S.L. (Sydney: Elvy & Co., [1878])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/31636584

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VK7RbaWNWX 


Bibliography and resources:

Jean Caswell Benson, "Stacy, John Edward (1799-1881)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1976)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/stacy-john-edward-4631

K. J. Cable, "Waddy, Percival Stacy (1875-1937)", Australian dictionary of biography 12 (1990)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/waddy-percival-stacy-8935




WADE, James (James WADE)

Musician, bandsman Band of the 40th Regiment

Arrived (with regiment) Sydney, NSW, 27 October 1824 (per Mangles, from Portsmouth, 13 July [? 14 June])
Died Sydney, NSW, July 1825

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Wade+d1825 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WADE-James (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 40th Regiment (military band); Joseph Reichenberg (master of the band)


Documentation:

Pay-list of the 40th Regiment, 1 March to 30 June 1824; Australian Joint Copying Project, from records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1591585101 (DIGITISED)

Wade James / [from] 25 March / . . . / [embarked, 3rd (June) muster] Mangles

"SERIOUS ACCIDENT", The Australian (28 July 1825), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37073894 

. . . A Coroner's Inquest was held at Hill's Tavern on Tuesday and Wednesday last, upon the body of James Wade, belonging to the band of the 40th. The man died after being removed to the General Hospital, after the accident. Verdict - accidental death.

"POLICE REPORT", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (28 July 1825), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2184282 

On Monday morning last, as the Eclipse Coach was on its way to Parramatta, driving, down the Brickfield-hill, at the bottom of George Street, the horses suddenly took fright, and the coach was unfortunately overturned. There was a great number of outside passengers (nearly twenty, as we are informed), consisting for the most part of the Band of the 40th Regiment, who were proceeding to Parramatta for the purpose of assisting in the ceremony of laying the first stone of the New Mill, all of whom received some serious injury. One man, named Wade, died almost immediately, and several others were taken to the Hospital with severe fractures and bruises. The coachman states that the horses started at a team of bullocks drawing a cart, that happened to be passing at the time.




WADE, Richard (Richard WADE)

Steeple-keeper and bell-ringer (St. Philip's church, Sydney), convict, shoemaker

Convicted Old Bailey, London, 7 May 1788 (seven years transportation)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 28 June 1790 (per Neptune, from London, December 1789)
Died Sydney, NSW, 3 December 1831 (buried 4 December), aged "67"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Richard+Wade+d1831 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WADE-Richard (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Trial of Richard Wade, theft, 7 May 1788; Old Bailey online

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t17880507-56 

385. RICHARD WADE was indicted for stealing, on the first of May, a pair of men's leather shoes, value 5s. the property of William Fletcher.
WILLIAM FLETCHER sworn. The shoes hung at my door; I followed the prisoner into the street, and caught him with the property upon him.
GUILTY. Transported for seven years. Tried by the second Middlesex Jury before Mr. Justice ASHURST.

[Government notices], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (20 July 1811), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article628283 

. . . Richard Wade, Steeple Keeper - 2/10/0 . . .

[Government notices], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (1 February 1812), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article628415

. . . Richard Wade as Steeple Keeper - 2/10/0 . . .

[Government notices], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (25 July 1812), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article628515 

. . . Richard Wade, Steeple-keeper to the Church of St. Philip - 2/10/0 . . .

[Government notices], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (24 November 1821), 1s

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2180623

. . . Thomas Tabor, Parish Clerk - 3/15/0
Richard Wade, Steeple-keeper - 2/10/0 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Taber [sic] (1763-1842, parish clerk)

"DOMESTIC INTELLIGENCE. CORONER'S INQUESTS", The Sydney Herald (12 December 1831), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12843828

On Saturday [3 December] . . . an Inquest was convened at the Woodman, Prince-street, on the body of Richard Wade, an old man for many years bellringer to St. Philip's Church, who died suddenly that morning. The Jury returned a verdict of "Died by the visitation of God".


Bibliography and resources:

Michael Flynn, The Second Fleet: Britain's grim convict armada of 1790 (Sydney: Library of Australian History, 1993), 589

http://www.convictrecords.com.au/convicts/wade/richard/84558




WAGGANER, Phillip (Phillip WAGGANER)

Musician, itinerant musician, German musician, violinist, violin and cornet player

Active Queanbeyan, NSW, 1860

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WAGGANER-Phillip (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"QUEANBEYAN", New South Wales reports of crime, etc., etc. for police information (16 January 1860), 2

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1483502:1942 (PAYWALL)

A warrant has been issued for the apprehension of Phillip Wagganer, a German travelling musician, for having, on the 6th inst., failed to enter the hired service of Mr. George Harvey Buckingham, with whom he had engaged as cook. He is about 28 or 30 years of age, about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches in height, slender make, sandy hair, small eyes, fair complexion, plays on the violin and cornet. Supposed to have gone towards Goulburn. £1 reward.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Buckingham (employer)




WAINE, George (George WAINE; WAIN)

Piano repairer, musical thief, convict, carpenter

Born c. 1814
Tried (1) Lancaster Assizes, 9 April 1832 (sentenced 14 years transportation)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 29 December 1832 (convict per York, from Plymouth, 1 September)
Tried (2) Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), August 1834
Married Sarah BOOTHROYDE, Green Ponds, VDL (TAS), 26 September 1842 (aged "28")

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WAIN-George (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Convict record, George Waine, 1832, per York; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1442605; CON31/1/46; CON34-1-3 Image 691

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1442605 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON31-1-46$init=CON31-1-46P185 (DIGITISED)

1453 / Waine George / York (2) 29 Dec'r 1832 / Lancaster 9 April 1832 / 14 [years] . . .
July 23 1834 Post Office Mess'ger . . . presented piece of Music or Song, called the Death of Weber, the value of 3/s
and one printed Piece of Music or Song called the "Feather" of the value of 2/s
and other articles of the goods of James Wentworth Davis, committed for trial . . .

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON34-1-3$init=CON34-1-3P691 (DIGITISED)

1452 [sic] / Waine George / Arrived 29 Dec'r 1832 / tried Lancaster 9 April 1832 / 14 [years]
[Tried] QS 4 Aug't 1834 / Trade: Carp't'r . . . / Age: 21 [? in 1832, or 1834] . . .

MUSIC: The death of Weber (song, words by Planche; adapted by John Braham from airs in Der Freischütz)

"QUARTER SESSIONS. Hobart Town . . . Monday, August 4", Colonial Times (12 August 1834), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8647750

George Wain, was charged with stealing 230 sheets of printed music, the property of Mr. Davis, of the value of £12. It appeared from the evidence of Mrs. Davis, that the prisoner had been employed to repair a pianoforte, and took the opportunity to purloin more than 100 pieces of newly imported music, which he took round the town, and openly sold at the different seminaries, and to many most respectable persons, the music being of the most approved description, representing himself to be a free man, who had received it by late arrivals from England.
Verdict - Guilty. Sentenced to have his original term of transportation extended for three years, and recommended to be sent to Port Arthur.

ASSOCIATIONS: James and Sophia Davis (employers, music sellers)

Marriage permission, George Waine (per York), 31 August 1842; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1267979; CON52/1/2 Page 222

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1267979 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON52-1-2$init=CON52-1-2P114 (DIGITISED)

"GOVERNMENT NOTICE. No. 83", The Courier (18 March 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2954643 

Colonial Secretary's Office, 17th March, 1842.
The Lieutenant-Governor has been pleased to approve of the restoration of a Ticket-of-Leave to George Wain, per York (2,) as a reward for his having restored to the drawer a cheque for £60 which he had found in the street.
By His Excellency's command,
G. T. W. BOYES.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Boyes (musical amateur)

1842, marriages in the district of Brighton; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:829235; RGD37/1/2 no 1671

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/829235 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-2$init=RGD37-1-2P371 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 1671 / Sept 26th Green Ponds / George Waine / 28 yrs / Carpenter T. [of] L. /
Sarah Boothroyde / 20 / Spinster . . . Married in the Parish Church . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Boothroyde (born Launceston, VDL, 7 March 1823; baptised Green Ponds, VDL, 19 September 1823); Sarah Waine married again, at Brighton, on 5 April 1852, reportedly then aged 28; George had presumably either died in the interim, or perhaps simply left the island

[Government notice], Launceston Examiner (28 April 1849), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36257287 

The period for which the undermentioned persons were transported having expired, certificates to that effect have been granted them accordingly: . . .
George Waine, York 2 . . .




WAINWRIGHT, Jordan (Jordan WAINWRIGHT; J. WAINWRIGHT; Mr. WAINWRIGHT)

Musical instrument maker, flute maker, clarinet maker

Born Liverpool, England, 12 December 1797; baptised Christ Church, Liverpool, 15 January 1798; son of William WAINWRIGHT and Elizabeth PEERS
Married Phoebe WYATT (c. 1805-1872), Christ Church Newgate with St. Leonard's, City of London, 2 July 1831
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 23 September 1853 (per Gypsy Queen, from London, 27 May)
Died Newtown, NSW, 10 August 1884, aged 86

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Jordan+Wainwright+1797-1884 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1519774 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WAINWRIGHT-Jordan (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

A shortlived son, Jordan. and daughter, Emma, were born, respectively, in 1832 and 1835.

At the time of the 1851 census, the Wainwright's eldest surviving son, William Jordan Wainwright (1836-1881), was working in his father's business, and later, in Sydney in the 1860s, gave his trade as a "turner". Their second surviving son, George Peers Wainwright (1838-1920) was a hay and corn dealer in Newtown in the 1870s.


Documentation:

Register of baptisms, Christ Church, Liverpool, 1797-1812; Liverpool City Council

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2247/images/engl56170_283-chr-1-1_m_00014 (PAYWALL)

[Baptised] [Monday] Jan'y 15 1798 / Jordan Wainwright / [born] December 12 [1797] / [son of] William & Elizab. Wainwright / 1 Prices Street Ironmonger / St. Peter's Liverpool / [mother formerly] Elizabeth Peers

Marriages solemnized in the United Parishes of CHRIST CHURCH and ST. LEONARD, FOSTER LANE, in the CITY of LONDON in the Year 1831; register, 1831; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31281_a100840-00025 (PAYWALL)

No. 297 / Jordan Wainwright of this Parish of Christ Church Bachelor
and Phoebe Wyatt of the same parish spinster were married in this Church by Banns this [2 July 1831] . . .

Land tax assessments, precinct of St. Andrew in the Ward of Farringdon Without [1824]; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2170/images/31364_625988_2092-00046 (PAYWALL)

Chaterhouse Street / 12/ Jordan Wainwright (w. 1 wrk[er]) / 2 / 8 / -

Register of householders in the parish of St. Sepulchre, Middlesex, 1 December 1832; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1795/images/40020_605905_1427-00121 (PAYWALL)

Wainwright, Jordan / House / Greenhill's-rents

The post office London directory for 1841, 588

http://specialcollections.le.ac.uk/digital/collection/p16445coll4/id/27016/rec/1 

Wainwright Jordan, wind music. inst. ma. 27 Greenhills rents

England census, 6 June 1841, St. Sepulchre, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 669 / 2

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/MDXHO107_668_670-0231 (PAYWALL)

Greenhills Rents / Jordan Wainwright / 40 / Mus'l. Inst't Mk'r / [born in same county] No
Phoebe [Wainwright] / 35 / - / No
William [Wainwright] / 5 / - / Yes
George [Wainwright] / 3 / - / Yes
David Wyatt / 21 / Asst. to J. Wain't / Yes

England census, 30 March 1851, Saffron Hill, St. Sepulchre, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1515

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1515_1515-0656 (PAYWALL)

[27 Greenhills Rents] / Jordan Wainwright / Head / Mar. / 53 / Flute Maker / [born] Liverpool
Phebe [Wainwright] / Wife / [Mar.] / 46 / - / [born] Stafford., Willenhall
William [Wainwright] / Son / - / 14 / Works at the business / [born] Middx. St. Sepulchre
George [Wainwright] / [born] / 13 / - / [Middx. St. Sepulchre]
Caroline [Wainwright] / 11 / - / [born] [Middx. St. Sepulchre]
George Armitage / Visitor / - / 21 / Flute Maker / [born] St. Marylebone

The post office London directory for 1852, 1042

http://specialcollections.le.ac.uk/digital/collection/p16445coll4/id/181218 

Wainwright Jordan, wind music. inst. ma. 26 [sic] Greenhills rents

Sydney, NSW (from 23 September 1853):

"ARRIVALS", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (24 September 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article61328129

September 23. - Gipsy Queen, barque, 810 tons, Captain Charles Barras, from London 27th May, Passengers . . . J. Wainwright, wife, and two sons . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Andrew in the county of Cumberland, in the year 1855; register 1842-64, paged 84; St. Andrew's cathedral, Sydney

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61177/images/45578_cat%5Eba18421864-00086 (PAYWALL)

No. 747 / [baptised] 27 June [1855] / [born] 27 February 1838 [sic] / George Peers / [son of] Jordan & Phebe [sic] / Wainwright / Glebe / Gentleman . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 November 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12962905 

WANTED, a situation for a young man who has been employed in a country store for the last ten months; satisfactory references can be given. Apply to Mr. J. WAINWRIGHT, 550, George-street South.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 December 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12975697

FIVE POUNDS REWARD. - Whereas our indentured apprentice, WILLIAM WAINWRIGHT (son of Mr. Jordan Wainwright, of George-street) having absconded from his said apprenticeship, we hereby offer the above reward to any person or persons who will lodge him into safe custody . . .
Description - about nineteen years of age, stout, strong lad, complexion fair, straight light hair.
JOHN HILL, junior, and SON, 48, King-street.

"DONATIONS TO THE AUSTRALIAN MUSEUM DURING MAY, 1859", The Sydney Morning Herald (8 June 1859), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13025943 

. . . An amphisbaena, or blind worm, Mr. Jordan Wainwright.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 July 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13027299

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. J. WAINWRIGHT, from London, manufacturer of flutes, clarionets, flageolets, &c.
Instruments repaired with new Joints, keys, and mountings;
various Instruments for sale, from one to thirteen keys, warranted;
a superior ebony B clarionet, thirteen sterling silver keys, by Key, Charing-cross, London;
a highly-finished (Rudall and Rose) flute, eight sterling silver keys and mountings;
a genuine (Nicholson) flute, eight sterling silver keys and mountings.
711, George-street South, opposite Christ Church.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Key, clarinet maker, Charing Cross, London, see extant example; Rudall and Rose, flute makers, London, see extant example; Charles Nicholson, flautist and flute maker, London

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 September 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13030189 

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. - J. WAINWRIGHT from London, Manufacturer of Flutes, Clarionets Flageolets, &c.
Various instruments, warranted, from one to thirteen keys, for SALE;
superior Cremona violins, Stradiurius [sic], Guarnerius, and Amati.
Newly invented Picco, or Sardinian Shepherd Pipe, with scale.
Instruments repaired with new joints, keys, and mountings.
711, George-street South, opposite Christ Church.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 November 1859), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13033427 

FLUTES, CLARIONETS, &c. - J. WAINWRIGHT, from London, is the only maker in the colony.
Repairs with new joints, keys, mountings, &c.
On SALE, in volumes, Sacred Music - Seraphim, Congregational, Ripon's, &c.
711, George-street South, opposite Christ Church.

"COMMERCIAL", Empire (2 May 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60409636 

The Import entries passed at the Customs this day were as follow:
1 case musical instruments, J. Wainwright . . .

"COMMERCIAL", Empire (9 August 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60414625 

. . . 1 case musical instruments, J. Wainwright . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (18 August 1860), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28625860 

FLUTES, CLARIONETS, &c., - J. WAINWRIGHT, maker.
Instruments repaired, new keys, joints, mountings, &c.
Various instruments, one to thirteen keys;
banjos, tambourines, triangles, violins, Dodds' and Tubbs' bows, &c.
711, George-street South.

"COMMERCIAL", Empire (12 December 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60503223

. . . 1 case musical instruments, J. Wainwright . . .

"A NUISANCE", Empire (29 December 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60504252

Jordan Wainwright, of Argyle-street, for emptying a privy on his premises, was fined 60s., with 5s. costs.

"COMMERCIAL", Empire (18 January 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60505294 

. . . 1 case musical instruments, Jordan and Wainwright [sic] . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (15 June 1861), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13055740 

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS for Military Bands.
Improved 14-key ring, B flat, C, and E flat Clarionets; 4 and 1 key B flat Flutes; D, E flat, and F Piccolos.
WAINWRIGHT, manufacturer and repairer, 711, George street South.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [Maitland, NSW] (15 June 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18682483 

. . . THE TREASURER IN ACCOUNT WITH VOLUNTEER BAND FUND, FROM JANUARY 30 to JUNE 6.
1861 . . . Paid Muelman [sic], from Jan. 24th . . .
Cr. Mar. 11. - Paid Johnson & Co., instruments - 23 16 6
May 13. - [Paid] Wainwright, 8 flutes - 2 0 0 . . .
GEO. VINDIN, Treasurer.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Meulman (bandmaster, Maitland Volunteer Band)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 August 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13068684 

SUPERIOR Saxhorns, Cornopeans, Rifle Bugles, Bass Drum, Turkish Cymbals, improved Clarionets, D E F Piccolos, and B Fifes, with four keys and patent slide.
WAINWRIGHT, 711 George-street South.

"COLONIAL PRODUCTIONS FOR THE GREAT EXHIBITION", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 October 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13058095 

Among the various articles of colonial manufacture which are being prepared for the Great Exhibition, a flute, made of myall wood, deserves especial notice. This flute has eight keys of silver, and bears the name, as maker, of Mr. Wainwright, of 711, George-street. It was performed on by Mr. Vaughan, of the Victoria Theatre, who pronounces it perfect in tone. As a colonial production it reflects the highest credit on Mr. Wainwright's skill and enterprise. The wood of which it is composed (myall) is very hard, and emits a very pleasant odour, and is something like cocoanut in colour. It is enclosed in a plain cedar case, made by Messrs. John Hill and Sons, the grain in the lid being very beautiful. That it will attract attention there is little doubt, as few could pass it by and not be struck with its peculiar fragrance.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Vaughan (flautist); it was John Hill and Son to which Wainwright's son William was earlier apprenticed

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 October 1861), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13067578 

BEST MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, Saxhorns, E and B flat Euphonium, Valve Cornets, improved Clarionets, B Fifes, E flat and F Piccolos, one and four keys; instruments repaired.
WAINWRIGHT, 711, George-street South.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (15 February 1862), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13224624 

DRUMS, &c. - Just received per Ganjam,
superior regulating and other side Drums, B flat Fifes, D, E flat, and G Piccolos, &c.
WAINWRIGHT, manufacturer and repairer, 711, George-street South.

"THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 June 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13079803 

THE distribution of medals awarded to exhibitors at the International Exhibition of 1862, took place yesterday day, in the hall of the Australian Library . . . XVI. Wainwright, for fine and beautifully made flute . . .

Catalogue of the natural and industrial products of New South Wales, forwarded to the Paris Universal Exhibition of 1867 (Sydney: T. Richards, 1867), 13, 27

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=c2HzAAAAMAAJ&pg=RA1-PA26 (DIGITISED)

[13] . . . 66. Collection of colonial-grown silk - Mr. Jordan Wainwright, Sydney . . .

[26] . . . 286. A flute, with 8 keys, made of N. S. Wales myall-wood, mounted in N. S. Wales Moruya silver, and enclosed in a N. S. Wales native rosewood case - Jordan Wainwright, George-street, Sydney . . .

Baptisms administered in the parish of St. Andrew in the county of [Cumberland], in the year 1867; register 1864-76, paged 52; St. Andrew's cathedral, Sydney

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61177/images/45578_cat%5Eba18641876-00055 (PAYWALL)

No. 662 / [baptised] July 21st / [born] 26th June 1867 / Emily Ada / [daughter of] William Jordan & Mary Ann / Wainwright / George Street / Turner . . .

"CUSTOMS IMPORT ENTRIES. - JULY 8", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 July 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13191959 

. . . 1 case musical instruments, J. Wainwright . . .

"CUSTOMS IMPORT ENTRIES. - AUGUST 18", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 August 1871), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13243461 

. . . 1 case musical instruments, J. Wainwright . . .

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (26 November 1872), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28412164 

On the 24th instant, at her residence, No. 721, George-street South, after a short illness, PHOEBE, the beloved wife of Mr. JORDAN WAINWRIGHT, aged 68 years.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (11 May 1874), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13338494 

10S. REWARD. - LOST, on Saturday, 9th instant, in railway carriage, Redfern Station.
CLARIONET, in bag; also WALKING-STICK. Mr. WAINWRIGHT, opposite Christ Church.

"Burglaries, Stealing from the Premises, &c.", New South Wales Police Gazette and Weekly Record of Crime (26 May 1875), 153

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252087914 

Stolen, between the hours of 6 and 7 p.m. the 20th instant, from the shop of Jordan Wainwright, music-seller, No. 721, George-street South, - A rosewood ornamented concertina, in a black case with brass handle; value, £1 12s. Identifiable.

"Apprehensions", New South Wales Police Gazette and Weekly Record of Crime (29 August 1877), 285

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252090288 

Vide Police Gazette, 1877, page 246. Philip McNulty, William Harris, and Michael Reynolds, charged with stealing two concertinas (not recovered), the property of Jordan Wainwright, have been arrested by Constables Kelly, Keatinge, and Matthews, Sydney Police, each sentenced to fourteen days imprisonment . . .

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 August 1884), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28367923

WAINWRIGHT. - August 10, at his residence. No. 1, Don-terrace, off Station-street, Newtown, Mr. Jordan Wainwright, aged 87 years.

"Funerals", The Sydney Morning Herald (12 August 1884), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13573406

"ECCLESIASTICAL JURISDICTION", New South Wales Government Gazette (19 August 1884), 5668

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225587892 

In the will of Jordan Wainwright, late of Wells-street, Newtown, near Sydney, in the Colony of New South Wales, musical instrument maker, deceased. . . . that probate of the last will and testament of the above named . . . who died on or about the 10th day of August instant, may be granted to Mary Ann Wainwright, of Wells-street, Newtown aforesaid, spinster, the sole executrix in the said will named . . .


Extant instruments:

Flute in F, four keys, timber and metal, "WAINWRIGHT / SYDNEY"; Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences

https://ma.as/350260

Fife, single key, wood and brass, "WAINWRIGHT / SYDNEY"; Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences

https://ma.as/405583

Clarinet, 10 keys, "WAINWRIGHT / LONDON / SYDNEY"; from the collection of the late Thomas White (principal clarinet, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, c. 1940s-50s), images (above) reproduced by the kind permission of Dr. Margaret White, 2021

Flute, 8 keys, "WAINWRIGHT / LONDON"; sold privately, Europe, 2011

Flute, ivory, 8 keys, W. & J. Wainwright, c. 1828, private collection

http://www.oldflutes.com/english.htm 




WAKEFIELD, George (George WAKEFIELD; G. WAKEFIELD)

Pianoforte tuner, musical instrument tuner and repairer, piano tuner

Born England, 1832
Active Hobart, TAS, by November 1856
Married Bridget LLOYD (widow QUINTAN) (d. 1894), Trinity Church, Hobart, TAS, 24 April 1866 (aged "34")
Died Hobart, TAS, 14 May 1898, aged "66"

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WAKEFIELD, George Henry (George Henry WAKEFIELD; G. H. WAKEFIELD; Mr. WAKEFIELD, Jun.)

Musician, pianoforte tuner, piano tuner

Born Hobart, TAS, 22 February 1860; son of George WAKEFIELD and Bridget LLOYD


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Courier (4 November 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2506532 

PIANOFORTE TUNING.
HARMONIUMS, SERAPHINE, &c., REPAIRED.
THOSE parties wishing their Pianofortes tuned, or Musical Instruments repaired, will please leave all orders with Mr. Rolwegan, stationer, Collins-street.
G. WAKEFIELD. 4 November

ASSOCIATIONS: George Rolwegan (music retailer)

[Advertisement], The Courier (2 November 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2461047 

PIANOFORTE TUNING.
THE Undersigned, having returned from business in the country, begs to intimate to his friends that Pianoforte Tuning and Repairing of Musical Instruments will be undertaken by him as heretofore.
All orders punctually attended to at Mr. Rolwegan's, Collins-street.
MR. G. WAKEFIELD.

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of the Holy Trinity in the county of Buckingham in the year 1858; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1092138; RGD32/1/3/ no 5293

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1092138 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-3$init=RGD32-1-3-P741 (DIGITISED)

No. 2357 / 5293/ 1st September [1858] / [born] 3rd December 1827 / Selina Mary / [daughter of] George & Bridget / Wakefield / Patrick Street / Tuner . . .

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (26 April 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3254605 

Musical - Pianoforte Tuning.
THE UNDERSIGNED having now obtained the necessary material, he is prepared to undertake the Tuning, and Repairing of Pianofortes, Harmoniums, Organs, Seraphines and Musical Boxes, with prompt attention.
All orders to be addressed to Mr. Rolwegan, Collins-street.
The Country Districts visited regularly.
G. WAKEFIELD.

1860, births in the district of Hobart; NAME_INDEXES:964767; RGD33/1/7 no 3249

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/964767 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-7$init=RGD33-1-7P289 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 3249 / February 22d / [no name given] / Male / [father] George Wakefield / [mother] Bridget Wakefield formerly Lloyd / Tuner . . . Campbell Street . . . Baptised Holy Trinity Church George Henry

1866, marriages in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:868119; RGD37/1/25 no 138

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/868119 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-25$init=RGD37-1-25P84 (DIGITISED)

No. 209 / Church of the Holy Trinity / 24th April 1866 / George Wakefield / 34 / Musical Instrument Tuner / . . . Bachelor . . .
Bridget Quintan / 36 / . . . Widow . . .

"PIANOFORTE TUNING", Tasmanian News (2 February 1889), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article172863223 

Messrs. J. Walch and Sons announce in another column that their engagement with Mr. G. H. Wakefield terminated on the 31st ultimo, and that they have been fortunate enough to secure the services of Mr. E. F. Keith Redfern, a thorough competent tuner and repairer of pianofortes, organs, etc. All communications to be directed to the firm.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (5 August 1880), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8986327 

PIANOFORTE TUNING AND REGULATING. Mr. GEORGE WAKEFIELD & SON,
In soliciting a continuance of the liberal support afforded to them for a period of twenty four years and upwards, by the public of Tasmania, desire to call attention to the highest testimonials afforded, from the fact that in addition to tuning and regulating for Messrs. Walch and Sons, they have invariably been selected to tune for Lady Du Cane, Lady Weld, and Justice Dobson; Robert Heller, K.S.R.A.M., the great pianist; John Hill, K.S.R.A.M.; Mde. Ilma de Murska, Mde. Jenny Claus, G. B. Allen, Mus. Bac.; W. S. Lyster (Opera Company), Mr. F. A. Packer, Herr Schott, Mr. Steinbach, Mde. Tasca, Mdle. Duboin, Grand Piano (Town Hall), Orchestral Union.
Trusting that the above names mentioned will be sufficient guarantee of their ability in Tuning, etc.,
all orders to be addressed to Messrs. Walch and Sons; or, 25 Harrington-street.
GEORGE WAKEFIELD & SON.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Walch and brothers (music sellers); John Hill (pianist); Ilma De Murksa (vocalist); Jenny Claus (violinist); George Benjamin Allen (conductor); Lyster Opera Company (troupe); Frederick Augustus Packer (conductor); James Arthur Schott (conductor); Carlotta Tasca (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Mercury (23 February 1882), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9006224 

G. WAKEFIELD & SON, PIANOFORTE TUNERS.
" Testimonial " - Hobart, February 18, 1882.
We take pleasure in testifying Mr. G. H. Wakefield, Jun., to be an excellent, and in every respect satisfactory TUNER of PIANOFORTES.
AUGUST WILHELMJ, MAXIMILIAN VOGRICH.
25, Harrington-street, or J. Walch & Son.

ASSOCIATIONS: August Wilhelmj (violinist); Max Vogrich (pianist)

"HOSPITAL ITEMS", The Mercury (27 July 1886), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9124966 

The following cases were treated at the General Hospital yesterday: G. H. Wakefield, piano-tuner, Harrington-street, for a crushed toe . . .

"Forgery and Uttering", Evening News [Sydney, NSW] (25 February 1891), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114316807 

A piano tuner, named G. H. Wakefield, pleaded not guilty at Central Criminal Court, yesterday, to an indictment charging him with having on October 1, at Bowral, forged and uttered a receipt for £1 1s. On the date mentioned accused tuned a piano for Mrs. Montefiore, and received £1 1s. On being asked for a receipt he gave one, and signed Messrs. W. H. Paling and Co.'s name in conjunction with his own. The jury found him guilty, and he was sentenced to two years' imprisonment with hard labor in Darlinghurst Gaol.

1898, deaths in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1142554; RGD35/1/68 no 355

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1142554 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD35-1-68$init=RGD35-1-68P356 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 355 / 14th May Forest Road / George Wakefield / Born England / Male / 66 years / Pianoforte Tuner / Aneurism of Aorta . . .

"Deaths", The Mercury (16 May 1898), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9422096 

WAKEFIELD.- On Saturday, May 14, 1898, at his daughter's residence, " Kensington," Forest-road, George Wakefield, pianoforte tuner, in the 66th year of his age.




WALCH FAMILY OF MUSIC SELLERS

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=WALCH-Family (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

WALCH, James (senior) (James William Henry WALCH; James WALCH; J. WALCH; Major WALCH)

Stationer, bookseller, musicseller, founder of firm

Born Birmingham, England, 16 October 1788; baptised Chatham, Kent, 8 February 1789; son of Solomon WALCH and Elizabeth ?
Married Eliza NASH (1803-1883), Rainham, Kent, England, 5 June 1823
Arrived Launceston, VDL (TAS), 26 November 1842 (per Royal Saxon, from London, 23 July)
Died Hobart, TAS, 24 March 1852

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+William+Henry+Walch+1788-1852 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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WALCH, James (James Henry Brett WALCH; James WALCH; J. WALCH)

Music seller, music publisher, music and musical instrument seller, senior partner

Born Cannanore, Kerala, India, 22 October 1828 (grave stone); son of James WALCH and Eliza NASH
Arrived Launceston, VDL (TAS), 26 November 1842 (per Royal Saxon, from London, 23 July)
Married (1) Eliza WATCHORN, St. David's cathedral, Hobart, TAS, 8 January 1852
Married (2) Jane CROSBY, Davey Street Congregational Church, Hobart, TAS, 15 December 1859
Died Hobart, TAS, 5 November 1897, in his 70th year

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WALCH, Charles Edward (Charles Edward WALCH; C. E. WALCH)

Music seller, buyer, partner

Born Cannanore, Kerala, India, 8 May 1830; son of James WALCH and Eliza NASH
Arrived Launceston, VDL (TAS), 26 November 1842 (per Royal Saxon, from London, 23 July)
Died Hobart, TAS, 25 March 1915

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-560733 (NLA persistent identifier)

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WALCH, Garnet (Garnet WALCH)

Songwriter, lyricist, playwright, dramatist, journalist

Born Broadmarsh, VDL (TAS), 1 October 1843; son of James WALCH and Eliza NASH
Married Ada MULLEN, Sydney, NSW, 1867
Died Mont Albert, VIC, 3 January 1913

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-545608 (NLA persistent identifier)

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Trading as Walch and Son (from December 1849) and from 1853 J. Walch and Sons:

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-638130 (NLA persistent identifier)


Summary

Major James William Henry Walch, late of 54th Regiment, retired from the army and settled in Tasmania with his family in 1842. Walch senior took over Samuel Augustus Tegg's Hobart book business in January 1846, and from 1850, in partnership with his son James (involved in the business from the first), as Walch and Son. On the elder Walch's death in 1852, the business was continued by son James, and from c. 1853/54 in partnership with his brother Charles Walch as J. Walch and Sons.

As stationers, booksellers and publishers, their trade included some music retailing. Possibly the earliest of the firm's many musical publications was a song by Launceston composer John Adams, entitled Just a smile in the face of nature, circulated to the press and advertised for sale in February 1858 (no copy identified).

It was followed, between October 1859 and January 1861 by three sheet music editions printed for the Walches in Melbourne, by Clarson, Shallard and Co., using the only set of music type then available in Victoria, originally imported into the colony by fellow printer and musical amateur William Henry Williams. They were J. S. La Mont's "national song" Our own Tasmanian home, the song Floating away, by "A. T. A.", in April 1860, and John Adams's volunteer song, Riflemen, form!.

Later issues used local printers, notably The Tasmanian Yacht Club polka, by Mary Oldham, issued in June 1862, and lithographed and printed by John Alvarez, and The young recruit march, by Frederick Buck, lithographed by Major Lloyd Hood, undated, but probably no later than late 1865 or early 1866.

In August 1866, the publication of Frederick Augustus Packer's composition, Curacoa valse, printed by R. Harris, music printer of Launceston (but probably again typeset in Melbourne), marked the beginning of a lasting association between composer and publisher, Packer becoming virtually the Walch house composer for the remainder of the century.


Documentation:

England census, 6 June 1841, Heavitree, Devon; UK National Archives, HO107/263/12/1/6/7

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/DEVHO107_263_265-0030 (PAYWALL)

[Baring Crescent] No. 7 James W. H. Walch / 52 / Major Infantry / [not born in county]
Eliza [Walch] / 38 / - / [not born in county]
Arthur Guber [Walch] / 14 / - / [not born in county]
James H. B. [Walch] / 13 / - / [not born in county]
Charles Edward [Walch] / 11 / - / [not born in county]
Elizabeth Litchfield [Walch] / 6 / - / [not born in county]
Jane Smart / 5 // George Turner / 3 // Catherine M. / 2 / [all born in county]

[Advertisement], The Courier (31 December 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2946502

JAMES WALCH, having purchased the business lately carried on by Mr. S. A. Tegg, begs to announce that he will commence on Monday, the 5th January, 1846; and solicits a continuance of the favours shown to his predecessor.
Mr. Tegg having undertaken the agency in England of the concern, the advantage of a constant and regular supply will thereby be ensured.
The subscribers to the Reading Room and Library are assured that every means will be adopted to render them worthy their continued support . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Augustus Tegg (bookseller)

[Advertisement], Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (30 January 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173056820 

NOTICE. THE Undersigned having taken his son James Henry Brett Walch into partnership - the business of Bookseller and Stationer, at Wellington Bridge, Elizabeth-street, Hobart Town, will be henceforth carried on under the style or firm of "WALCH AND SON."
I. W. H. WALCH. Dec. 11, 1849.

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Advertiser (19 February 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264606087 

Walch and Son . . . Oldest Established Book and Stationery Warehouse, next Wellington Bridge.
MUSIC. WALCH and SON having entered into arrangements with Mr. J. Russell, of Her Majesty's Royal Italian Opera House, to forward Monthly supplies of MUSIC, have now the honor to inform the LADIES OF TASMANIA, that they have received parcels ex Adelaide, and Anglia, which consist of New Songs, Polkas, and choice Piano-forte pieces, Studies, &c. &c. &c.
THE PRICES are the same as in London, with a liberal Discount to the Profession end Schools. Feb. 8.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (5 July 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8767474 

EIGHT CASES NEW BOOKS, NEW MUSIC, SCHOOL BOOKS, FANCY AND GENERAL STATIONERY,
Ex "MAY QUEEN," ARE NOW BEING OPENED BY J. WALCH AND SON. July 5, 1850.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (7 March 1851), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8768868 

A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF NEW MUSIC HAS JUST BEEN RECEIVED BY
J. WALCH AND SON, CONSISTING OF SONGS, Duets, Quadrilles, Waltzes, Polkas.
Easy and brilliant pianoforte pieces, and several theoretical and practical standard musical works.
The whole of this music will be sold at the London Marked Prices, with a liberal discount to schools and the profession.
Wellington Bridge, March 7, 1851.

"MARRIAGE", The Courier (10 January 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2959638 

On the 8th instant, by special licence, at St. David's Cathedral, by the Rev. G. Medland, JAMES HENRY BRETT, second son of Major Walch, to ELIZA, sixth daughter of W. Watchorn, Esq.

"DIED", Colonial Times (26 March 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8771124

On Wednesday, the 24th instant, at his residence, Elizabeth-street, Hobart Town, Major JAMES WILLIAM HENRY WALCH, formerly of H. M. 54th Foot.

"MAJOR WALCH", Colonial Times (26 March 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8771109 

It is with deep regret that we announce the decease of this gentleman, who was highly esteemed by all who knew him. We have seldom observed a more general sign of sorrow; as on this mournful occasion nearly all the shop windows in Elizabeth-street were half-closed. The remains of the deceased will be deposited tomorrow in the family vault, in the Independent Chapel, at New Town.

"SHIPPING NEWS . . . IMPORTS", The Courier (31 March 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2959279 

Per Emma, from Sydney . . . 10 bales paper, 1 box stationery, 1 package music, Walch and Son . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (6 April 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8771160 

New Music. CATALOGUES of MUSIC,
on Sale at Messrs. MARSH and Co.'s Ware-rooms, Sydney, may be seen at their Agents,
Messrs. J. Walch and Son, Hobart Town, who will receive and forward orders. An assortment of New Songs, Ethiopian Melodies, and a choice selection of Musique Dansante; amongst which are a few copies of the favourite Sturm March Galop, just received by J. Walch and Son.
Liberal discounts to Schools and the Profession.
April 6, 1852.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Marsh (music seller and publisher, Sydney)

MUSIC: Sturm Marsch galop (Marsh's Sydney edition)

[Advertisement], The Courier (20 December 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2507282 

NEW BOOKS AND NEW MUSIC.
MESSRS. J WALCH & SONS . . . Just received, a large supply of NEW MUSIC,
Amongst which is a choice assortment of Instrumental Duets.
All Music sold at London marked prices, with a discount to schools and the profession . . .

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (23 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38990747

J. WALCH & SONS, BRISBANE-STREET, LAUNCESTON (And Wellington Bridge, Hobart Town),
BOOKSELLERS, STATIONERS, AND PUBLISHERS . . .

"LITERATURE", The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (26 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3246815

We have to acknowledge the receipt of a copy of the Launceston Chatelaine from Messrs. Walch and Sons, as also a song, "Just a smile in the face of Nature," the words by Gerald Massey, composed and dedicated to the ladies of the Mechanics' Institute Bazaar, Launceston, by John Adams.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adams (composer; no surviving copy of the song identified)

"NEW SONG, The Courier (9 May 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2470605 

We have received, through Messrs. Walch and Sons, from the authoress, Mrs. Postle, of Melbourne, a copy of her new national song, "Advance Australia," with an intimation that it will shortly be sung at the theatre. Upon that occasion we shall be happy to give an genius of its merits. It is set to music by Mr. S. Nelson.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Postle (lyricist); Sidney Nelson (composer)

MUSIC: Advance Australia (Postle; Nelson)

"NATIONAL SONG", Launceston Examiner (22 October 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38997848 

We have received from Messrs. Walch and Sons copy of a new song, dedicated by permission to Lady Young. The words, full of spirit and patriotism, are by Mrs. E. La Mont, and the music by Mr. J. S. La Mont. It is the best attempt at a national song that has yet appeared.

"NATIONAL SONG", The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (25 October 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3258643

It is not often that we have the pleasure of chronicling any musical or literary composition of Tasmanian birth, and when we do meet with anything of the kind we welcome it with gladness, and with a hope that it is an earnest of more prolificness for the future. This remark is called forth by the publication of a National Song by Messrs. Walch and Sons, which has been composed and dedicated by permission to Lady Young. "Our own Tasmanian Home," is the title of the song, under which Mrs. E. La Mont has written some very pretty stanzas, which have been as prettily set to music by Mr. J. S. La Mont. This is not the first time that Mrs. La Mont has given evidence of her poetical ability, and we hope that her lyric talent aided by Mr. La Mont's musical genius will receive the appreciation it merits.

ASSOCIATIONS: J. S. La Mont (composer)

"MARRIED", The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (17 December 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3259821 

On Thursday, 15th instant, at Davey Street Congregational Church, by the Rev. George Clarke, James Henry BRETT, eldest surviving son of the late Mr. J. W. H. Walch, H.M. 54th Regiment, to JANE, only daughter of William Crosby, Esq., Merchant, Hobart Town.

"FLOATING AWAY", Launceston Examiner (12 April 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39000021

This is the title of a soft, sweet, and pensive air composed for and sold at the Mechanics' Institute's Bazaar now open. The words are founded on an incident related in Little Dorrit and the publication is dedicated by the composer to Charles Dickens. It is printed in a superior style by Clarson, Shallard, and Co., of Melbourne. Walch and Sons are the publishers.

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (16 February 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38757828 

VOLUNTEER SONG: Riflemen Form; Music by John Adams, 2s. 6d.
National Song: Our own Tasmanian Home, Words and music by Mrs. and Miss Lamont, 2s. 6d.
Romberg's Lay of the Bell. Cheap edition, 2s.; red cloth, 4s.
J. WALCH & SONS, Brisbane-street, Launceston. February 16.

"RIFLEMEN FORM", Launceston Examiner (15 January 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38757355 

We have to acknowledge the receipt of a "Volunteer song, Riflemen, form!" composed and dedicated to the officers and volunteers of Tasmania by John Adams. It is printed in Melbourne, and published by Messrs. Walch and Sons.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (18 January 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8795742 

NOW READY. SUNG amidst enthusiastic applause by C. J. BRAMMALL, ESQ., at the GLEE CLUB CONCERT.
VOLUNTEER SONG RIFLEMEN FORM!
Composed and Dictated [dedicated] to the Officers and Volunteers of Tasmania,
BY JOHN ADAMS, ESQ., (LAUNCESTON.)
Price 2s. 6d.; freely post to any part of the Colony, 3s.
J. WALCH & SONS, Hobart Town and Launceston.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adams (composer); Charles Joseph Brammell (vocalist)

"COLONIAL MUSIC", The Mercury (26 June 1862), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8808068

We have been favoured with a copy of "The Tasmanian Yacht Club Polka," composed and respectfully dedicated to the members of the Club by Miss Mary Oldham. It is published by J. Walch and Sons, and printed by J. Alvares and Co., of Hobart Town, in the style of the most finished perfection, quite equal, indeed, to any similar work published in mother country.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Oldham (composer); John Alvarez (printer)

"NEW MUSIC", The Mercury (22 August 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8841189

A new waltz entitled the "Curacoa Valse," has just been published by Messrs. J. Walch & Sons. The valse is by Mr. F. A. Packer, and was composed expressly for the band of the Curacoa while that vessel was in harbour. It is a very pretty composition, and in regard to time is well marked. We understand that a copy (especially printed) is to be forwarded to the Intercolonial Exhibition.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Augustus Packer (composer)

[News], Launceston Examiner (1 January 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36640895 

As advertisement in to-day's issue announces that Messrs. J. Walch and Sons have admitted their late manager, Mr. A. W. Birchall, as a partner in their Launceston business. This is a very graceful recognition of Mr. Birchall's indefatigable exertions, and gratifying as it must be to himself and friends, we are sure it is no less so to the Messrs. Walch. The local firm will for the future be Walch Brothers and Birchall.

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew William Birchall (business partner)

"DEATH OF MR. JAMES WALCH. AN OLD AND RESPECTED CITIZEN GONE", The Mercury (6 November 1897), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9408582

It is with unfeigned regret that we announce the death of Mr. James Henry Brett Walch, in his 70th year, the senior partner in the firm of Messrs. J. Walch & Sons, the old established and well-known firm of booksellers of this city, which took place early on Friday morning, November 5, 1897, at his residence, Holebrook Place, Hobart. Mr. Walch was one of the very oldest business men of Hobart, and ranked among the oldest citizens of Tasmania. In business matters he was a man of high integrity - one of those of whom it is said "his word is his bond." Mr. Walch was a remarkable citizen. From his well-known "corner" at the intersection of Liverpool and Elizabeth streets, he saw, with his own eyes, the growth and development of Hobart for an entire half-century. On January 1, 1896, the firm of J. Walch & Sons completed the fiftieth year of its existence. Mr. S. A. Tegg, a son of Mr. Thomas Tegg, the famous publisher of Cheapside, London, opened a bookseller's shop in Elizabeth-street, opposite Cumming's, where he stayed but a short period, removing to the corner of Elizabeth and Liverpool streets. So that "Walch's Corner" has been a bookseller's shop for nearly 60 years. It celebrated its golden jubilee and its sixty years' "reign" with Her Majesty's, and no one can dare speculate when "Walch's Corner" will cease to disseminate literature over this island.

Mr. James Henry Brett Walch was born in India, and has been in the business carried on at the corner of Liverpool-street and Elizabeth-street for close on 52 years. He was a son of Major J. W. H. Walch, of Her Majesty's 54th Regiment, who, having relinquished his position in the Army, returned to England, thence to Tasmania, to take up land, but owing to the great depression here be availed himself of the opportunity of purchasing the business of Mr. Tegg in 1846. The Major had five sons - Arthur, a Lieutenant in H.M's. Army, joining in India, where he died; James who is the subject of this memoir; Charles, George, and Garnet, who are named in the order of their seniority as to age. After a few years, Mr. James Walch was taken into partnership with his father. Major Walch died so far back as 1852 - just six years after he had founded the house bearing his name - and then Mr. James Walch was joined in business by his brother, Mr. Charles E. Walch, and the business was continued under the title of "J. Walch and Sons." Mr. George Walch became a surveyor and, after accepting an appointment in the Irrigation Department in the Madras Presidency, in which he rose to the highest position, and is now settled in India; Mr. Garnet Walch became a writer for the press and the stage, published some works of light literature, and has been residing for over a quarter of a century past in Melbourne, where, for some years, he was secretary to the Athenaeum, in Collins-street.

Mr. James Walch was twice married. His first wife was Miss Watchorn, by whom he had a son and a daughter. The former is a solicitor by profession, now practising in England. Mr. Walch was married secondly to Miss Crosby, daughter of the late Captain Crosby, and sister of the Hon. William Crosby, M.L.C. He has had a large family of eleven, eight sons and three daughters, by the second marriage - the sons being Arthur, the eldest, with Messrs. W. Crosby & Co.; William, of the firm of Bayley & Walch; Richard, in the Macquarie-street business; George, a settler on the N. W. Coast; Charles, following the medical profession; Horace, a solicitor; Percy, with his brother Richard; John, in the Australian Mutual Provident Society.

The bookselling house of "Walch" took, and still retains, a first place among the best Australasian houses in the trade . . .

It is to the labour and perseverance of Mr. James Walch that the public owe the invaluable "Red Book" or "Tasmanian Almanac," with which the name of the firm of J. Walch & Sons has been associated for 35 years past. Mr. Walch has edited that publication from the beginning of 1862 up to the present year of 1897 . . .

The business of J. Walch & Sons has expanded with the population of Hobart, and the history of the house may be said to be incidentally the history of the city for over half a century. In 1861 the firm found it necessary to extend their promises, and the fine store and workshop in Macquarie-street was opened. Twelve years later the store at the back in Davey-street which will be remembered by old citizens as "Downing's store," was purchased and added to the premises, so as to make direct communication between Macquarie-street and Davey-street. In 1876, when the firm had been in business in Elizabeth-street for 30 years, it was decided to pull down the old two-storey shop in which Mr. Tegg set up four decades before, and build the splendid three-storey building at the corner of Liverpool and Elizabeth streets. The plans for these new premises were prepared by the late Mr. Henry Hunter, a well-known architect of the period. By the erection of this fine corner house the Messrs. Walch contributed to the city a handsome specimen of street architecture, and, in addition, they bestowed upon the citizens a town clock, illuminated at night, whose value is apparent. In 1891 the Macquarie-street store was further enlarged. About 40 years ago the firm opened a branch in Launceston first in their own name and afterwards in that of Walch Bros. & Birchell, when Mr. Birchell was admitted a partner, and when in 1893 he died, his sons bought the business, which is now carried on under the title of A. W. Birchall & Sons.

For years past Messrs. J. Walch & Sons have had a London office, which is conducted by Mr. Charles M. Holworthy, whence are sent to Hobart all the newest publications. The house of J. Walch & Sons is unquestionably the oldest book-selling establishment in the Australasian colonies.

Mr. Walch was an old and active member of the Davey-street Congregational Church, and for many years a deacon. Thus has passed away, after a long and eminently useful life, one who has done much for the education and culture of the people among whom his lot was cast, and who will be long remembered with gratitude and esteem. The flag at the Town-hall, and others, were half-masted during Friday.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Hunter (architect, musical amateur)

"DEATH OF MR. GARNET WALCH", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 January 1913), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10758289 

The announcement of the death of Mr. Garnet Walch, who, as an Australian dramatist and author, made a name for himself a generation ago, will be received with regret by his many friends. He died yesterday at his home in Mont Albert, aged 70 years. Mr. Walch was a native of Tasmania, and was the son of an Imperial officer, Major Walch, of the 54th Regiment, who had settled in Hobart, and purchased a bookselling and publishing business, which is still carried on by members of the family. He was educated in England, having been sent there to the care of a relative on the death of his father. Returning to Tasmania he, at the age of 17 year, began work, first as a junior clerk in a merchant's office, and then as an articled clerk to a solicitor. However, he soon drifted to journalism, and in 1865 he joined the staff of Sydney "Punch." In 1867 he established a paper at Parramatta, which he conducted for several years, and here he published his first independent literary venture - a collection of Christmas stories, entitled "The Fireflash." His first introduction to stage work was through Mr. George Darrell, through whose recommendation he was engaged to write an extravaganza. From this time Mr. Walch gained great preminence as a dramatic author, and farces, burlesques, extravaganzas, comedies, and Christmas annuals came rapidly from his pen, 40 in all being performed and published in the period between 1872 and 1883. Towards the close of 1883 he was engaged by the proprietors of "The Argus" to proceed as special correspondent to Madagascar, and contributed in that capacity a long series of articles, which met with general appreciation. Afterwards he produced a variety of tales, sketches, and dramatic works, among these being his dramatisation (in collaboration with the late Mr. Alfred Dampier) of Rolf Boldrewood's highly successful novel "Robbery Under Arms." For many years Mr. Walch had been living in retirement. The funeral will take place to-day, leaving "Rubra," Mont Albert, for the Box Hill Cemetery, at 3 p.m.

"FAMILIAR HOBART LANDMARK. Passing Of Wellington Bridge (By Our Travelling Correspondent)", The Mercury (21 March 1839), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article25609885 

"Wellington Bridge, Walch's Corner." What memories are conjured in the minds of an older generation at the mention of these familiar names, names that will over be associated with the history of early Hobart, and recall the great pioneering work of an honoured family. On October 16, 1788, Major James William Henry Walch, 64th Regiment, was born at Birmingham, England, and had a distinguished military record, entering the Army at the age of eight years and seven months, on May 10, 1787, and retiring on May 13, 1837. After his retirement lie resided at Exeter, England, until June, 1842, when he went to London, where passages for himself and family had been taken, in the Royal Saxon, which left for Van Diemen's Land on July 23, 1842. On November 20, 1842, the ship entered the Tamar, and sailed up the river as far as Stephenson's Bend, where she anchored. Adverse weather prevented the Royal Saxon from reaching the Launceston wharf before the 26th. The family resided in a furnished house In Brisbane St., Launceston, where they did not stay long. Anxious to take up farming on his grant of 300 acres in the Westbury district, Major Walch consulted the Rev. Henry Dowling, of Launceston, who dissuaded him from his purpose. The land was subsequently sold to Mr. Alexander Clerk. Leaving Launceston, Major Walch rented Enfield, a homestead near the ford across the South Esk, on the main road from Launceston to Longford. A neighbour and old friend, Lieutenant Ball, was then the owner of the beautiful estate of Mountford. After a residence there of three months the family moved to Hythe, near Longford, the property of Mr. Weston (then in England), where they remained for six months. That was in 1843. Major Walch had brought with him from England special letters of commendation to Slr John Franklin, then Governor, who, before leaving for England on August 21, 1843, secured for him the position of commandant of the penal station at Broadmarsh, where many prisoners were employed in constructing the main road through the district.

On January 1, 1846, he took over Mr. S. A. Tegg's bookselling and stationery business at Wellington Bridge. Mr. Tegg, who was a son of Mr. Thomas Tegg, the well-known publisher of Cheapside, London, had bought the old building in 1836. Originally it was known as the White Horse Inn. In the transaction of business at the beginning, Major Walch was assisted by his son James, but on July 1, 1853, Charles, another son, was made a partner in the firm, which henceforth became known as J. Walch and Sons. Arthur, the other son, was granted a commission in the Army. Major Walch died in 1852. In 1861 Walch and Sons erected a stationery store and manufactory in Macquarie St., where they still conduct business . . .

"Walch Family To Celebrate Centenary In Tasmania", The Mercury (27 November 1942), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article25947155 

A CENTURY ago yesterday, the barque Royal Saxon, her passenger accommodation completely occupied by pioneer members of the Walch family, arrived at Launceston after a voyage from London lasting more than four months. The vessel entered the Tamar River on November 20, 1842, but adverse winds held her back for nearly a week from reaching her destination. The family party consisted of Major James William Henry Walch, of Her Majesty's 54th Regiment, his wife, and their seven children; Arthur, James, Charles, George, Jane, Eliza, and Catherine, also the major's sister, Catherine, widow of Capt. Peter Bruels Man, of the same regiment. Major Walch was given a grant of 300 acres in the Westbury district, but on presentation of letters of introduction to Sir John Franklin, then Governor of the colony, he was requested by him to become Commandant of the convict station at Broadmarsh. He accepted this in the year following his arrival and held the position until the station was abolished in 1845. He then acquired from Thomas Tegg and Co., London publishers, their branch business at Hobart and, with the assistance of his son James, on New Year Day, 1846, inaugurated the business then known as Walch and Son.

Prior to his settling in Tasmania Major Walch's life was full of adventure and military exploit. Appointed an Ensign in the Indian Army when scarcely nine [sic] years of age, on a voyage from Ceylon to England he was taken prisoner by the French and was incarcerated, but under tolerant conditions, at Brest, for four years. Following several years of education in England he returned to India and subsequently did garrison duty at Malta and Gibraltar. His military career was completed in India. He died at Hobart Town in 1852. After his death, Mrs. Walch gave her two younger sons and her three daughters the advantage of education in England and on the Continent. Returning with her daughters to Tasmania in 1857, she removed in 1879 to Melbourne, and for the rest of her life lived with her daughter Catherine (Mrs. Charles Crosby). She died in 1883 . . .


Musical editions (to 1866):

Our own Tasmanian home, national song, composed and dedicated by permission to Lady Young, by J. S. La Mont [words by E. La Mont] (Hobart Town & Launceston: J. Walch & Sons, [1859]); "Clarson, Shallard, and Co., music printers, Melbourne"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854380 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-538550 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: J. S. La Mont (composer); William Clarson and Joseph Thomas Shallard (printers, Melbourne)

Floating away, from an incident related in Little Dorritt [sic], by A. T. A., dedicated by the composer to Charles Dickens (Launceston & Hobart Town: J. Walch & Sons, 1860); Clarson, Shallard, & Co., music printers, . . . Melbourne"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19396035

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165759594 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: "A. T. A." (composer)

Riflemen, form! volunteer song, composed, and dedicated to the officers and volunteers of Tasmania, by John Adams (Hobart Town and Launceston: J. Walch & Sons, [1861]); Clarson, Shallard, & Co., Printers, Melbourne

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9855242

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-703988 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adams (composer)

The Tasmanian Yacht Club polka, respectfully dedicated to the members of the Club, by Mary Oldham (Hobart Town: J. Walch & Sons, [1862]); J. Alvarez & Co., printers

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854765 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-569045 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Oldham (composer); John Alvarez (printer)

The young recruit march, introducing Kücken's favorite air, for the piano forte, by Frederick Buck (Tasmania [Hobart and Launceston]: J. Walch and Sons, [n.d.]); "M. L. Hood, lith., Hobarton"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854516

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-538818 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Buck (composer, arranger); Major Lloyd Hood (lithographer)

Curacoa valse par F. A. Packer (Hobart Town and Launceston: J. Walch & Sons, [1866]); "R. Harris, music printer, Launceston"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/22416986 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-168551090 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Augustus Packer (composer)


Other sources:

J. Walch and Sons, records, from 1846; Archives Office of Tasmania

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34880172

https://stors.tas.gov.au/AI/NG67 


Bibliography and resources:

John Rickard, "Walch, Garnet (1843-1913)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1976)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/walch-garnet-1095 

Neil Smith, "Walch, Charles Edward (1830-1915)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1976)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/walch-charles-edward-4783

. . . J. Walch and Son had prospered and his brother offered him a partnership and position as buyer in London, where he worked in 1854-58. Growth of business in Tasmania led to his recall, but he returned to London in 1861 to buy stock and printing machinery and engage tradesmen. Walch's Literary Intelligencer, first produced in 1859 and edited by him for some fifty years . . .

Wallace Kirsop, "The Walches as sellers of music and their customers in 1840s", in Georgina Binns (ed.), Music printing and publishing in Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32393149




WALCOT, Thomas Beilby (Thomas Beilby WALCOT; T. B. WALCOT; also "Bielby", WALCOTT)

Amateur musician, vocalist, choirmaster

Born Bristol, England, 31 March 1827 (date on grave); baptised SS. Philip and Jacob, Bristol, 3 October 1830; son of John WALCOT and Elizabeth BEILBY (m. 1821)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 1856
Married Marion TWEEDIE (1840-1919), Sydney, NSW, 1856
Died Waverly, NSW, 31 January 1901, aged "73"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Beilby+Walcot+1827-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALCOT-Thomas (shareable link to this entry)

WALCOT, Robson Beilby (Robson Beilby WALCOT; R. B. WALCOT; also "Bielby", WALCOTT)

Musician, vocalist, choirmaster, conductor, actor

Born Bristol, England, c. 1832; son of John WALCOT and Elizabeth BEILBY (m. 1821)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 21 January 1853 (per Velore, from England)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 22 November 1857 (per Gil Blas, for Auckland and Otago, NZ)
Married Harriet Naomi GREEN (1833-1917), Christ Church, Nelson, NZ, 8 December 1859
Died Suva, Fiji, 6 May 1912, aged "78"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Robson+Beilby+Walcot+c1832-1912 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALCOT-Robson (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Robson Walcot, a loom weaver aged 19, was living with his father in Bristol at the time of the 1851 English census. He arrived in Melbourne in January 1853, and was appearing as a concert vocalist in Sydney in 1854-55, in association with James Boulton and James Churchill Fisher.

He was a member of Anna Bishop and Charles Sandys Packer's opera and concert company in Sydney in 1856, and of Lewis Henry Lavenu and Frank Howson's opera company in 1857.

He was at Bathurst theatre from July to October 1857, as vocalist and actor with Benjamin Jones's theatrical company, and with the same company sailed from Sydney the following month sailed for New Zealand.

Robson returned to live for periods in Sydney in the 1880s and 1890s, and died in Fiji in 1912.

His elder brother, Thomas Bielby Walcott, who had also settled in Sydney by 1856 or earlier, was choirmaster of St. Peter's church, Woolloomooloo.

Thomas's son, John Tweedie Walcot (1858-1930) was active as a vocalist in Sydney in the 1880s and 1890s.


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of St. Philip & Jacob . . . Bristol in the year 1830; register 1829-33, page 224; Bristol Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61685/images/engl0082d_p-st-pandj-r-2-9_m_00224 (PAYWALL)

No. 1791 / [1830] 3d of Oct'r / Thomas Son of / John & Elizabeth / Walcot / St. Augustine's / Lace Maker . . .

England census, 6 June 1841, St. Augustine, Bristol; UK National Archives, HO107/371/5/29

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/GLSHO107_371_372-0183 (PAYWALL)

St. Augustine's Back / John Walcot / 45 / Carriage & Lace Maker / [not born in county]
Eliza [Walcot] / 40 / - / [not born in county]
Maria / 15 // Thomas / 14 // Charles / 11 // Robson / 9 // John / 7 // Frederic / 2 // [all born in county]

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Luke, Old Street, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1521/323/23

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1521_1521-0190 (PAYWALL)

4 Johns Row / William Swale / Head / Un.M. / 23 / Chemist / [born] St. Luke's . . .
Thos. Walcot / Visitor / [Unmarried] / 25 / - / Bristol
Charles Walcot / Visitor / [Unmarried] / 20 / Silk Mercer / Bristol

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Augustine, Bristol; UK National Archives, HO107/1951/274/25

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/GLSHO107_1951_1951-0511 (PAYWALL)

23 St. Augustine's Pde. / John Walcot / Head / Widower / 55 / Coach, Lace & [? Fringe] Maker / [born] Birmingham
Robson [Walcot] / Son / Un. / 19 / Hand Loom Weaver / [born] Bristol
Frederick Walcot / Son / 11 / Scholar / [born] Bristol

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 January 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4789340 

BARQUE VELORE, From England to Australia.
January 21st, 1853. WE, the undersigned Passengers, on board the above Ship, having nearly arrived off Port Phillip, take this opportunity of congratulating Captain Hicks on the near termination of a voyage . . .
[signed] . . . R. B. Walcot . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (9 December 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12963232 

SYDNEY MECHANICS' SCHOOL OF ARTS.
VOCAL ENTERTAINMENT. - The committee beg to announce to the members that a vocal entertainment will be given, under the direction of Mr. James Boulton, in the hall of the Institution, on
TUESDAY EVENING next, the 12th December instant, on which occasion he will be assisted by
Mr. George Wilkinson, Mr. Phyphers [sic], Mr. Wallcott, and Mr. Colley.
PROGRAMME.
PART FIRST.
Glee - The Two Roses - Werner.
Glee - Hark! above us on the Mountains - Kreutzer.
Song - Phoebe Morell (Mr. Wilkinson)
Glee - The Cloud-cap'd Towers - Stevens.
Quartett - The Miller's Daughter - Härtell.
Song - In this Old Chair my Father sat (Mr. Wilkinson).
Quartett - The Hunter's Farewell - Mendelssohn.
SECOND PART.
Glee - Spring's Delights - Muller.
Glee - Lovely Night - C. C. Chwatel
Song - The Wanderer (Mr. Wilkinson) - Schubert.
Quartett - The Sabbath Call - Kreutzer.
Glee - Evening - L. De Call.
Quartett - Vesper Hymn - Beethoven.
Chorale - Holiest, breathe an Evening Blessing.
Each member of the Institution has the privilege of introducing two ladies.
The doors will be open at half past seven o'clock, and the concert will commence at eight o'clock precisely.
S. W. MANSFIELD, secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Boulton (singing class instructor); George Wilkinson (vocalist); James Phypers (vocalist); Edwin Colley (vocalist); Samuel Worthington Mansfield (1807-1881, secretary; brother of Ralph Mansfield (clergyman, journalist); Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts (organisation, venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (18 December 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12963512 

MECHANICS' SCHOOL OF ARTS. WEEKLY CONCERTS.
Mr. JAMES BOULTON has the honour to announce, that at the request of numerous subscribers to the institution, he purposes giving a series of Weekly Concerts at the above place.
The first to take place TO-MORROW (Tuesday) Evening, December 19th.
PRINCIPAL VOCALISTS. - Mr. GEORGE WILKINSON; Mr. COLLEY; Mr. WALCOTT; Mr. FISHER; Mr. PHYPERS.
PROGRAMME.
First Part.
Glee - Bright Sword of Liberty - Weber.
Quartett - Come, Boys, Drink and Merry be - Marschner.
Song - Molly Bawn (Mr. Wilkinson)
Glee - Hunting Chorus - Weber.
Glee - Oft when Night - L. de Call.
Song - Gipsey's Song (Mr. Wilkinson)
Glee - Come, thou Monarch of the Vine - Bishop.
An Interval of ten minutes.
Second Part.
Glee - Bacchanalian - Pohlenz.
Song - The Sailor's Grave (Mr. Wilkinson)
Glee - Ye Gentlemen of England - Calcott.
Quartett - Convivial Song - Molique.
Song - (Mr. Wilkinson)
Quartett - The 31st of May - Molique.
Quartett - Let us be Joyful Together - Schneider.
Admission, 2s. Members of the Institution will be admitted at half price, and have the privilege of introducing one lady.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Churchill Fisher (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Empire (2 January 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60202121 

SYDNEY MECHANICS' SCHOOL OF ARTS. WEEKLY CONCERTS.
MR. BOULTON has the honour to announce, that the second of his series of concerts will be given on
TUESDAY evening next, the 2nd January.
Principal Vocalists, Miss FLORA HARRIS, Mr. WILKINSON, Mr. WALCOTT, Mr. COLLEY, Mr. FISHER.
Admission, 2s. 6d.
Members of the Institution will have the privilege of introducing one Lady.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
Glee - "Soldier's Love" - (Kucken)
Duett - "A Voice from the Waves" - Miss Flora Harris and Mr. Wilkinson
Glee - "Delightful May" - (Molique)
Song - Miss F. Harris.
Trio - "Farewell to Lochaler" - (Calcott)
Song - "Madoline" - Mr. Fisher.
Song - "The Sailor's Grave" - Mr. G. Wilkinson.
Glee - Bacchanalian - (Pohlenz)
An interval of ten minutes.
PART II.
Glee - "What unites in distant countries" - (Mendelssohn)
Song - "Tell me my heart" - Miss F. Harris.
Trio - "O tarry gentle traveller" - (Calcott)
Song - "May Heaven defend the right" - Mr. Fisher.
Duett - Miss F. Harris and Mr. G. Boulton.
Song - "The White Squall" - Mr. G. Wilkinson.
Glee - "Hunter's Farewell" - (Mendelssohn)
Doors open at half-past 7, Concert to commence at 8 precisely.

ASSOCIATIONS: Flora Harris (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 January 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12964402 

MECHANICS' SCHOOL OF ARTS. -
Mr. BOULTON has the honour to announce that the next of his series of Concerts will be given
THIS EVENING, the 16th instant.
The price of admission will be reduced to One Shilling.
PROGRAMME.
FIRST PART.
Glee - Spring's Delights - Muller.
Song - Thou art Gone from my Gaze, Mr. Wilkinson.
Glee - Lutzow's Wild Hunt - Weber.
Song - Kate Kearney, Mr. Walcot .
Trio - Winds gently whisper - Whitaker.
Song - Wilt thou Meet me there, love! - Mr. Fisher.
Glee - Soldier's Love - Kucken.
Song - Maids of Merry England, Mr. G. Wilkinson.
Quartette - The Miller's Daughter - Hartel.
(An Interval of ten minutes.)
SECOND PART.
Glee - The Three Huntsmen - Kreutzer. Scena - All is Lost now, Mr. Fisher - Bellini.
Canon - The Ladles - Eisenhofer.
Song - The Boatmen of the Downs, Mr. G. Wilkinson.
Glee - Come Boys, drink, and Merry be - Marschner.
Song - Simon the Cellarer, Mr. E. Colley.
Duett - Albion, on thy Fertile Plains, Mr. G. Wilkinson and Mr. J. C. Fisher.
Song - Rock'd in the cradle of the Deep - Mr. G. Wilkinson.
Glee - Soldier's Chorus - Werner . . .

MUSIC: Kate Kearney (arr. Alexander Lee)

"CLEARANCE", The Sydney Morning Herald (25 April 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12968553 

April 24 - City of Sydney (s.), 700 tons, Captain R. T. Moodie, for Melbourne.
Passengers - . . . R. B. Walcot . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 August 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12972649 

MR. FISHER'S GRAND CONCERT. -
New Concert Hall, Royal Hotel. THIS EVENING, August 8th.
Principal Performers: Miss Flora Harris; Miss G. Harris (her second appearance),
Mrs. St. John Adcock (who will make her first appearance, as a Pianist, these two years);
and Messrs. Fisher, R. Walcot, T. Holme, and E. Colley;
assisted by an efficient and powerful Chorus.
Conductor Mr. Fisher; Pianoforte, Mr. Harwood.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
1. Madrigal - "My Bonnie Lass, she smileth" - Morley
2. German Glee - "The Huntsman's Joy" - Pohlenz
3. Song - "Children of Earth, Farewell" - Rophino Lacy - Mrs. St. John Adcock
4. Trio - "This Magic-wove Scarf" (Mountain Sylph - John Barnett
Miss Flora Harris, Mr. Fisher, and Mr. E. Colley.
5. Scotch Ballad - "Jock o'Hazeldean" - Mr. T. Holme.
6. Serenade - "Fondest, Dearest!" - Franz Abt
7. Song - "Would I were, sweet bird, like thee" (Stradella) - Flotow - Miss Flora Harris.
8. The Tramp Chorus - (Knight of Snowdoun) - Sir H. R. Bishop
An interval of ten minutes.
PART II.
1. Glee - "Queen of the Valley" - Calcott
2. Duet - "All things are beautiful" - S. Glover - Miss Flora Harris and Mrs. St. John Adcock.
3. Quartette - "Lo! the early beam of Morning " - Balfe
4. Song - Scenes that are brightest," (Maritana) Wallace - Miss G. Harris.
5. Solo, Piano - Grand Fantasia on airs from "Lucrezia Borgia" - Beyer - Mrs. St. John Adcock.
6. Glee - "Lutzow's Wild Hunt" - C. M. von Weber
7. Song - "Zorindah, the Gipsy" - Paul Henrion - Miss Flora Harris
8. The Gipsy Chorus - (Bohemian Girl) - Balfe . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gertrude Harris (vocalist); Marianne Adcock (vocalist, solo pianist); Thomas Davies Holme (vocalist); Charles William Harwood (pianist, accompanist)

"MECHANICS' SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 December 1855), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12973915 

We noticed, in our issue of Friday, that a conversazione took place on Thursday evening last, in the new Hall of the Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts, and we now proceed to enter somewhat more into details. The numerous attendance was evidence sufficient of the progress of an institution which aims at objects truly noble, and which has, within the last twelve months, burst as it were into new life, and gathered around it many hundreds of additional subscribers . . . [3] . . . During the evening several glees were sung - most of them German. All were well received, but there was a strong partiality shown to the "Model British glee" - "by Celia's Arbour" - the singers being Messrs. Colley, Fisher, Walcott, and J. Bolton. The vocal efforts of Mrs. St. John Adcock were greeted with plaudits they deservedly won. Mons. Paling was enchored in his performance on the violin, A song considerable merit, composed by him (Mons. Paling) for the occasion, and sung by Mr. Dyer, was heartily applauded . . . We must say that the general arrangements . . . reflected great credit upon the secretary, Mr. Dyer.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Paling (violinist, composer); Joseph Dyer (vocalist, secretary)

[Advertisement], Empire (29 August 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64975504 

ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE. Under the management and musical direction of Mr. PACKER.
LAST APPEARANCE OF Madame ANNA BISHOP . . . .
THIS EVENING, Friday, August 20th, 1856. GRAND ORATORIO AND MUSICAL FESTIVAL . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I. SELECTION FROM THE CREATION . . .
PART II. Grand Chorus - "Gloria in Excelsis," - Mozart . . .
Chorale - "To God on high" (St. Paul, Mendelssohn) - Mrs. Guerin, Mrs. Gibbs, Mr. Walcot, Mr. Griffiths, and Chorus . . .
Chorale - "Blessed are the Dead" (Last Judgment) . . .
Grand Chorus - "Hallelujah" (Messiah) - Handel . . .
Conductor, Mr. PACKER, who will preside at the Organ . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anna Bishop (vocalist); Charles Sandys Packer (vocalist); Theodosia Guerin (vocalist); Eliza Gibbs (vocalist); William Griffiths (vocalist); English Opera House = Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12986577 

ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE. - Concert for the Million.
Dress Circle 2s. 6d.; Upper Circle and Pit 1s. THIS EVENING (Tuesday), 2nd September.
The programme will consist of a variety of favourite Songs, Glees, Duetts, &c.,
by Miss Flora Harris, Mrs. Guerin, Mrs. Gibbs, Messrs. Banks, Stewart, Griffiths, Fisher, and Walcot.
Conductor, Mr. C. S. PACKER, who will preside at the organ.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Banks (vocalist); Richard Stewart (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Empire (4 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64975871 

ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE. - SACRED CONCERT . . .
Under the management and musical direction of Mr. Packer.
CONCERT FOR THE MILLION. THIS EVENING, Thursday, September 4th, 1850.
PROGRAMME. PART FIRST . . . SELECTION (By desire) FROM CREATION . . .
Recit. and Air - "In native worth," Haydn - Mr. Walcot . . .
Grand Chorus - "The heavens are telling," Haydn - Soli Parts by Mrs. Guerin, Mr. Walcot, and Mr. Griffiths . . .
PART SECOND. Trio - "Et incarnatus est," Cherubini - Miss Flora Harris, Mr. Walcot, and Mr. Banks . . .

"To the Editor", The Sydney Morning Herald (13 September 1856), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28635454 

SIR, . . . last night I took myself at the English Opera House . . . on looking round me, [I] saw only about twenty persons in the boxes, and fifty or sixty in the pit, I confess I felt grieved, saddened, and disappointed . . . Mr. Walcot acquitted himself very creditably in "Comfort ye," and "Every valley shall be exalted," though the latter is almost too difficult of execution for any but an artist of the very first class in power and practice; and the "Hallelujah" was of course magnificent, and as it ever must be, not to be equalled by anything under heaven.
Z.
Sydney, September 12 . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (13 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28635432 

ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE. - SATURDAY EVENING, September 13th, 1856,
Will be produced Wallace's grand Opera, in three Acts, entitled MARITANA.
Charles II, King of Spain, Mr. Walcot; Don Cesar de Bazan. Mr. J. Howson;
Don Jose de Santarem, Mr. Stewart; Marquis de Montefiore, Mr. Fisher; Alende, Mr. Jones;
Lazarillo, Miss Warde; Captain of Guards, Mr. Griffiths; Maritana, a Gitana, Mrs. Guerin;
Marchioness de Montefiore, Mrs. Gibbs. Scene, Madrid.
Conductor, Mr. C. Packer; Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. John Gibbs.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Howson (vocalist); Kate Warde (vocalist); John Gibbs (leader, violinist)

"ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE", The Sydney Morning Herald (16 September 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12987056 

This establishment, true to its name, continues to be devoted to musical entertainment. Wallace's delightful opera of "Maritana," produced under the direction of Mr. C. Packer, was brought out on the evening of Saturday last with a success rather artistic than pecuniary . . . The subordinate characters of the opera received justice from Mrs. Gibbs and Messrs. Walcot and Fisher . . .

[Advertisement], Empire (18 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64976728 

ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE. - LAST NIGHT OF THE SEASON. -
THIS EVENING, Thursday, 18th September, 1856, a GRAND CONCERT OF SACRED MUSIC,
on which occasion Miss Flora Harris, Mrs. Guerin, Mrs. Gibbs, Miss Bassman, John Howson, Stewart, Banks, Fisher, Walcot, and Griffiths, will appear.
Mr. PACKER will preside at the Organ.

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (17 January 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59865817 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE.
THIS Evening, January 17, the performances will commence with the Comedy of
THE COUNTRY SQUIRE! Squire Broadlands - Mr. G. H. Rogers
SONG (Let Me Like a Soldier Fall) - Mr. Walcot
DANCE - Miss Lincoln. SONG - Mr. Stewart . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Herbert Rogers (actor); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

MUSIC: Yes! Let me like a soldier fall (Wallace, from Maritana)

"SHAKSPEIAN ENTERTAINMENT", Empire (26 March 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60277846 

We direct attention to an advertisement in another column of a Musical and Poetical Entertainment confined exclusively to the performance of songs, ballads, and glees from the works of Shakspeare. The artistes engaged are Mrs. Andrews, Madame Lamont, M. Walcot, Mr. Howson, and Mr. Wheeler. Such an entertainment has not, we believe, been before attempted in Sydney, and the character of the pieces as well as the vocal abilities of the artistes promises a musical treat; and we hope the attendance will be encouraging. We may add, the entertainment is projected by Mr. A. J. Mason, a gentleman who enjoyed considerable reputation in England for his lectures on the art of wood engraving . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 March 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12993403 

SHAKSPERIAN ENTERTAINMENT. On THURSDAY, March 26th, 1857 . . .
The vocal portion by the following talented artistes; Mrs. Andrews, Madame Lamont, Mr. Walcot, Mr. Howson, and Mr. Wheeler.
Musical Conductor, Mons. Roeckel.
PROGRAMME. PART I.
Introduction.
Glee - "Hark the Lark."
Ballad - "Under the Greenwood Tree," Mr. Howson.
Song - "When Daisies Pied," Mrs. Andrews.
Glee - "What shall he have that killed the deer."
Glee - "Come unto these Yellow Sands."
Duet - "As it fell upon a Day," Madame Lamont and Mrs. Andrews.
Glee - "Full Fathom Five."
Solo and Chorus - "Speak, Sister, Speak," &c.
(Interval of ten minutes.)
PART II.
Trio - "When shall we three meet again."
Ballad - "Bid me Discourse," Mrs. Andrews.
Song - "Blow, Blow, thou Wintry Wind," Mr. Howson.
Glee - "Ye Spotted Snakes."
Ballad - "Where the Bee Sucks," Madame Lamont.
Glee - "Sigh no more, Ladies."
Duet - "Tell me where is Fancy Bred," Mrs. Andrews and Madame Lamont.
Solo and Chorus - "Hecate, Hecate, come away," &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Abraham John Mason (engraver); Armand Roeckel (conductor, piano accompanist); Mrs. Frank Andrews (vocalist); Maria Augusta Lamont (vocalist); Frank Howson (vocalist); Stephen Thomas Wheeler (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (11 April 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59866336 

ROYAL PRINCE OF WALES Opera House, CASTLEREAGH STREET.
Solo Lessee and Manager - Mr. F. HOWSON . . . SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 1857.
THE performances will commence with Donnizetti's Grand Opera of
LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR! Lucy Ashton - Mdme C. CAILLY (for the first time in Sydney.)
Colonel Ashton - Mr. F. Howson. Edgar Ravenswood - Mons. LAGLAISE.
Arthur - Mr. Fisher. Norman - Mr. Turner.
Raymond - Mr. Walcott. Alice - Mrs. Rogers.
Conductor and Musical Director, M. L. LAVENU . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Clarisse Cailly (vocalist); Jean-Baptiste Laglaise (vocalist); John Turner (vocalist); Emma Rogers (vocalist); Lewis Henry Lavenu (conductor)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE - THE OPERA", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 June 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12996862 

Care and attention do not generally characterise performances belonging to benefit nights . . . an exception was observable in the amusements provided by Mr. Lavenu on the evening of Tuesday last, for although the "Beggar's Opera" was placed upon the stage in a careless and unsatisfactory manner, the grand lyric production of "Lucrezia Borgia", was not only produced in its entirety, but with an amount of cautiousness and liberality highly creditable to Mr. Lavenu, and the corps mustered in general. Since every part of the theatre was crowded, it will be perceived that the trouble and expense incurred on the occasion were not allowed by our public to go unrewarded; and we may remark that while so numerous an attendance was but a just tribute of respect and a public testimonial of approbation to Mr. Lavenu, it is satisfactory to find his recent losses somewhat diminished by the pecuniary results derived from the processes the evening . . . due allowance will be made for those impediments which necessarily attend all colonial representations of opera. Of the material at his disposal Mr. Lavenu has made the most. Lacking a tenor he gave the role of Gennaro to Madame Carandini; and in the absence of a contralto, Mrs. Guerin was entrusted with Orsini. These difficulties mastered, the cast was well filled with Madame Clarisse Cailly as Lucrezia Borgia; Mr. F. Howson as Gubetta; Mons. Emile Coulon as Don Alphonso; and Astolfo and Rustigello to Messrs. Stewart and Walcot . . . Messrs. Howson and Stewart were evidently suffering from the prevailing epidemic and Mr. Walcot, as Rustigello, gave evidence of rapid improvement in his profession. In the course of the evening Mr. Kohler introduced a new polka, and his great talents met a hearty response from many admirers. The present operatic company have now closed their performances, and several of their principal members leave on Saturday next for Victoria.

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist); Richard Wildblood Kohler (cornet player)

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (15 July 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62047333 

PRINCE OF WALES' THEATRE, GRAND OPENING NIGHT.
THE Management beg to informs the public that the WARDROBE having arrived, it is their intention to open the above theatre on
THURSDAY EVENING, JULY 16TH, with Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton's celebrated Play, in 5 acts, entitled
THE LADY OF LYONS; OR LOVE AND PRIDE. with the following powerful cast.
Beauscant - Mr. H. Field
Glavia (his friend) - Mr. J. Bruton . . .
M. Deschappelles - Mr. Walcott . . .
Claude Melnotte - Mr. B. N. Jones . . .
Mdme. Deschappelles - Miss Julia Clifford . . .
Widow Melnotte - Mrs. E. Jackson
Marian - Miss A. Batwell
To be followed by
Song - (in character) - Mrs. E. Jackson.
Overture - Orchestra.
The whole to conclude with the screaming farce of
SLASHER AND CRASHER . . . Brown - Mr. Walcott . . .
Prices of admission - Boxes, 5s.; Pit, 2s. 6d. . . .
Nights of performance - MONDAYS, THURSDAYS, and SATURDAYS . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John W. Brutone (actor, vocalist); Benjamin Napthali Jones (actor); Julia Clifford (actor, vocalist); Prince of Wales Theatre (Bathurst venue)

"THE DRAMA", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (22 July 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62048914 

The new company at the Royal Prince of Wales Theatre purpose taking no secondary status in the Thespian Art; aspiring as they do to nothing less than the legitimate drama. On Saturday night the Lady of Lyons was put on the stage with considerable effect, Mr. Jones, the Manager impersonating Claude Melnotte . . . Miss Julia Clifford doing the dignity and hysterics of Madame Deschapelles. Several of Russell's sell's favorite songs were delivered with almost electrical effect by Mrs. Jackson; who valiently fired off a pistol by way of accompaniment, and produced considerable sensation. This part of the performance, as indeed many others was received with loud demonstration's of approval. On Monday evening Mr. Griffin made his first appearance in Bathurst as Othello and Mrs. Pritchett as Desdemona, in Shakespeare's celebrated tragedy of Othello. The audience was a crowded one; and marked their approval of the performance by repeated and uproarious plaudits. Mr. Walcott sung several songs with good taste and respectable execution and was much applauded. From the bill of fare we perceive that Othello will be reproduced on Thursday night, followed by the Spectre Bridegroom as an after-piece.

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (29 July 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62047990 

GREAT HIT OF THE NEW COMPANY . . .
THURSDAY evening, July 30th, the performance will commence, with, for the second time, the Drama in 3 acts, entitled
DON CAESAR DE BAZAN. Charles II, King of Spain - Mr. Walcot . . .
After which Favorite Ballad - Mr. Walcot
Medly Dance - Mrs. S. A. Pritchett
Comic Song - Mr. BRUTON
The whole to conclude with (the first time here) with the screaming Irish farce called
THE LIMERICK BOY . . . Harry Coates (his son) - Mr. Walcot . . .

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (2 September 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62049137 

CLAPHAM'S FAMILY HOTEL, VILLAGE OF PEEL.
THE Management of the Prince of Wales Theatre, Bathurst,
beg respectfully to inform the inhabitants of the Village of Peel and the surrounding districts that their second Dramatic Entertainment will be given at the above Hotel on
Thursday Evening, September 3, When they solicit your patronage and support . . .
The Performances will commence with the roaring Farce of FAMILY JARS. After which,
Favorite Ballad - Mr. Walcott
Violin Solo - Mr. I. Davis
Comic Song - Mr. Bruton
Favorite Ballad - Miss Julia Clifford . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Isaac Henry Davis (violin, leader of the orchestra)

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (5 September 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62047379 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE.
Solo Lessees - Messrs. Jones and Bruton.
Stage Manager - Mr. B. JONES.
Treasurer - Mr. R. B. WALCOT.
Leader of the Orchestra - Mr. I. DAVIS.
RE-OPENING NIGHT!!! MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th . . . first night of the Sessions!!! . . .
Song - "Let me like a Soldier Fall (Maritana) - Mr. Walcot
Comic Song - Mr. Daniel
Violin Solo - Mr. I. Davis . . .
To be followed by the admired Vaudeville of the
Gentleman's Search after a Silent Woman . . . Vivian - Mr. Walcot . . .

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (28 October 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62049217 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE . . .
THEY ARE GOING AT LAST. LAST NIGHT OF THE SEASON.
FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. R. B. WALCOT . . . THURSDAY EVENING October 29th . . .
Favourite Ballad - Mr. Walcot
Highland Fling - Miss A. Batwell
Comic Song - Mr. Bruton.
Favorite Ballad - Miss Julia Clifford . . .

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (31 October 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62048848 

Mr. Walcot took his benefit at this theatre on Thursday last, when we were glad to find that, in spite of the very inclement weather which has prevailed during the early part of the day, a very tolerable house had assembled to greet him. The entertainment comprised the amusing drama of "Rory O'More," in which Mr. Jones found full scope for the exercise of his power, which was followed by a variety of singing and dancing, including two songs very effectually rendered by Miss Julia Clifford, and uproariously encored by the audience . . . The season will, we understand, positively conclude on Monday next, when Mr. Jones will take a second and Complimentary Benefit, and the same Entertainment will be given us on Saturday - we trust, with equal success.

"Shipping Intelligence. PORT OF AUCKLAND. ENTERED INWARD", Daily Southern Cross [NZ] (4 December 1857), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18571204.2.3 

December 2 - Gil Blas, brig, 174 tons, Nicoll, from Sydney. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. W. Hill and child, Mr. and Mrs. Bellair and child, Miss James, Miss Batwell, Messrs. Varley, Jones, Davis, Walcot, Campbell, Fulton, Mr. and Mrs. Finnie and child, and 2 in steerage.- Henderson & Macfarlane, agents.

"LOCAL. THEATRICALS", Colonist [Nelson, NZ] (1 March 1859), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/TC18590301.2.4 

By the Prince Alfred yesterday we received a fresh importation of ladies and gentlemen connected with this branch of the public amusement . . . The names are Mr. and Mrs. Jones, late conductor of the Auckland theatre; Mr. R. B. Walcot, of the same; and Mr. and Mrs. Clinton . . .

"MARRIED", Nelson Examiner and New Zealand Chronicle (10 December 1859), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NENZC18591210.2.6 

December 8, by special license, at Christ Church, Nelson, by the Lord Bishop of the Diocese, Robson, third son of Mr. John Walcot, of Bristol, England, to Harriett, only daughter of Mrs. Green, Trafalgar-street, Nelson.

"SACRED CONCERT", Nelson Examiner and New Zealand Chronicle (24 December 1859), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NENZC18591224.2.6 

We direct attention to an advertisement announcing that a sacred concert is to be given on Thursday evening next under the direction of Mr. R. B. Walcot. The musical attainments of this gentleman are already favourably known to the Nelson public; and we understand that much pains has been bestowed in the getting up of this concert, which is the first of the kind ever attempted in the province. The programme consists of selections from the Oratorios of "The Creation" and "The Messiah"; the band and chorus will number about thirty performers.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 April 1869), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13182814 

ST. PETER'S, WOOLLOOMOOLOO.- Choir Practice, FRIDAY EVENING, 7.30. T. B. WALCOT, C.M.

"Presentations at St.Peter's Church", Evening News (13 February 1884), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article109875395 

On Monday evening Mr. T. B. Walcot was welcomed back from England at St. Peter's schoolroom, Woolloomooloo, by the parishioners. There was a numerous attendance, and the Rev. T. B. Tress presided, among those present being the Rev. Canon Moreton, founder of St. Peter's. Mr. Walcot was presented with a handsome office writing desk, together with an engrossed address from the parishioners. Mr. Walcot, who is retiring from the offices of churchwarden and choirmaster, was also presented by the choir with an illustrated album and address. The valuable services Mr. Walcot had rendered St. Peter's during the past 17 years, and the loss the parish would sustain by his retirement from active service, were cordially and warmly acknowledged, and the recipient made a feeling and appropriate response. Some pleasing musical selections were rendered during the evening by the choir.

[Musical news], The Daily Telegraph (2 December 1893), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article236125500 

A concert in aid of the funds of St. John's Church of England, Allison Point, was given at the North Sydney School of Arts last evening, when there was a large attendance . . . the contributors being Miss Colbourne Baber, Miss Adamson, Mrs. Usher, Messrs. L. A. Baker, J. White, and J. T. Walcot, and Herr Schmellitscheck. Several choruses were rendered by the church choir, under the conductorship of Mr. R. B. Walcot, the accompanists being Miss M. H. White and Mr. C. Huenerbein.

ASSOCIATIONS: Felix Schmellitscheck (violinist); Charles Huenerbein (pianist, accompanist)

"THE CHURCHES", The Daily Telegraph (6 August 1896), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article238605105 

The first part of Mendelssohn's oratorio, "St. Paul," was rendered at St. Thomas's. C.E., North Sydney, on the 28th ult., with a full orchestra and a chorus of 60 voices. Messrs. E. Jefferson Jackson and E. Abseil took the tenor solos, Mr. J. Elliott the bass, Miss Marian Llewellyn the soprano, and Miss Clara Llewellyn the contralto, Mr. R. B. Walcot was conductor, and Mr. Joseph Massey presided at the organ.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Massey (organist)

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 February 1901), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14368834 

WALCOT. - At Westbury, Evans Street, Waverley, Thomas Beilby Walcot, aged 73 years.

"DEATHS", The Daily Telegraph (25 May 1912), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article238754933 

At Suva, on May 6, Robson Bielby Walcot [sic], of Bristol, England, late of North Sydney and Waverley, aged 78. (By cable).


Bibliography and resources:

Daniel Edward Bandmann, An actor's tour, or, Seventy thousand miles with Shakespeare (Boston: Cupples, Upham and Company, 1885), 45

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=xtULAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA45 (DIGITISED)

[1881] . . . My company and I left fair, beautiful, and charming Dunedin on the next day for Timaru. Timaru is a small, thriving town of about fifteen thousand inhabitants, located on the sea-coast in Canterbury, South Island. It is easily reached from Dunedin, as the railroad from the Bluff to Christchurch passes through Timaru. I gave a series of dramatic readings in the public schoolroom, at which Mr. R. B. Walcot, the chairman of the school committee, presided; and we played four nights to crowded houses, at double prices, amid the most intense enthusiasm, and then passed on to Christchurch, also in Canterbury, where we opened the first week in March . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Daniel Edward Bandmann (actor)

"Walcot", The Acklands of Fiji website

https://sites.google.com/site/theacklandsoffijisite/walcot 




WALDRON, John (John WALDRON)

Concert room (hotel) proprietor, licensed victualler, baker, convict

Born England, c. 1801
Convicted Old Bailey, London, England, 24 October 1821 (transportation for life, aged "18")
Arrived VDL (TAS), 23 July 1822 (per Prince of Orange, from Portsmouth, 1 April)
Married Elizabeth BELLORD, St. John's, Launceston, VDL (TAS), 4 November 1835
Died Launceston, TAS, 17 January 1860, aged "59"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Waldron+c1801-1860 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALDRON-John (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Trial, John Waldron, 24 October 1821; Old Bailey online

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t18211024-8 (DIGITISED)

1280. JOHN WALDRON was indicted for stealing, on the 17th of October, one handkerchief, value 3s., the goods of Thomas Glandfield, from his person.
The prisoner pleaded GUILTY. Aged 18 [sic] Transported for Life. Before Mr. Common Sergeant.

Convict records, John Waldron, per Prince of Orange; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1442702

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1442702 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON31-1-45$init=CON31-1-45P139 (DIGITISED)

415 / Waldron John / Prince of Orange / 24 Oct 1821 Life / . . .
Conditional Pardon 947 22nd August 1836 / Free Pardon Noi. 698 12th April 1841

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. John Launceston . . . in the year 1835; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:821977; RGD36/1/2 no 2978

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/821977 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD36-1-2$init=RGD36-1-2P206 (DIGITISED)

No. 329 / John Waldron T. of Leave in the Parish of St. John Launceston.
Elizabeth Bellord Free in the Parish of St. John Launceston.
were married in this Church by Banns with consent of the Government this [4 November 1835] . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (15 July 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65978707

THE ALBION HARMONIC ROOMS.
THE Sons of Harmony ere respectfully invited to attend on
THURSDAY EVENINGS, at the ALBION INN, Corner of George and York-streets, where they will find that dull care is banished by the cheerful song, the 'merrie tyes of olden time,' and the glass which cheers but not inebriates.
John Waldron begs most respectfully to intimate to his friends and the public generally, that his Vocal Concert will take place every Thursday evening, till further notice; the company of those who choose to honor him with their attendance will be esteemed a favour.
The chair to be taken on Thursday evening, the 20th instant, at 7 o'clock precisely.

PROGRAMME.

SOLOS - Pretty Star of the Night.
Isle of Beauty
My Native Land Good Night
I have pluck'd the fairest Flower
Dolly Groves
Alice Gray
Pilgrim of Love
My Pretty Jane.

DUETS - Canadian Boat Song
All's Well
Minute Gun at Sea.

GLEES - Who won the Coat and Badge
The Fishermen
A Bleak and Frosty Morning.

July 15.

"LOCAL", The Cornwall Chronicle (19 July 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65979669 

Vocal and convivial meetings are held every Thursday evening, at Mr. Waldron's, the 'Albion,' in York-street, commencing at seven o'clock.

"LOCAL", The Cornwall Chronicle (30 December 1848), 267

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65980730 

The Amusements at Mr. Waldron's, the 'Albion Hotel,' went off in first-rate style and respectable order; the men contested for the bonnet and ribbons, instead of the ladies - a sufficient number not being in attendance. The second day's amusements surpassed all expectation; the performance on the piano-forte, accompanied with a splendid double-toned flute, and the vocal abilities of the two gentlemen gave the utmost satisfaction. We perceive, by advertisement, that these rooms will be open on New Year's Day, for the amusement of 'auld acquaintance.' - Communicated.

"LAUNCESTON RACES . . . FIRST DAY . . . Town Plate", The Cornwall Chronicle (3 March 1849), 410

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65978410 

. . . At the conclusion of this race, the course became thinned, and the majority of visitors retraced their way to town to mix in the realities of Launceston life, or to wind up the amusements of the day at the concert of Mr. Waldron, or some other of the numerous gatherings for mirth, jollity, and money-spending, characteristic of the times.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (23 May 1849), 600

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65978812 

The Albion Harmonic Rooms.
THE SONS OF HARMONY are respectfully invited to attend on TUESDAY EVENING NEXT, the twenty second inst., at the Albion Inn, corner of George and York streets, where they will find that dull care is banished by the cheerful song, the merrie ties of olden times, and the glass which cheers but not inebriates.
JOHN WALDRON begs most respectfully to intimate to his friends and the public generally, that his Vocal Concerts will take place every Tuesday evening till further notice.
The company of those who choose to honor him with their attendance, will be esteemed a favor.
The chair to be taken at 7 o'clock precisely.
May 16.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (24 December 1850), 933

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65573842 

CHRISTMAS JOLLITIES. - JOHN WALDRON,
THE Host has a rich treat for Christmas week, and invites the attendance of the lovers of
GOOD FUN AND SEASONABLE HARMONY ON BOXING DAY.
Prize 1 - A splendid Violin, worthy the Instrumentation of a Paganini.
Prize 2 - A superfine Beaver Hat, that of the richest and most downy manufacture . . .
The sports will be of the most varied and amusing character . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (12 February 1859), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65730784 

Household furniture, &c., &c.
MR. F. J. HOUGHTON is instructed by Mr. Waldron, who is retiring from business, to sell on his premises, the Albion Hotel, corner of York and George-streets, on Monday, the 21st of February, at 11 o'clock, without reserve . . .
One superior piano, by Rolfe & Co. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: On Rolfe and Sons, of London, see Thomas Rolfe (musicseller)

1860, deaths in the district of Launceston; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1201128; RGD35/1/29 no 12

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1201128 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD35-1-29$init=RGD35-1-29P1 (DIGITISED)

No. 1055 / 17 January / John Waldron / Male / 59 years / Gentleman / Gout in the Stomach . . .

"DEATHS", Launceston Examiner (19 January 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38998901 

On Tuesday, 17th January, at his residence, Lyttleton-street, Launceston, Mr. John Waldron, aged 59 years.
The funeral will leave his late residence, Lyttleton-street, on Friday, 20th instant, at 3 o'clock p.m., when friends are invited to attend. JOHN SIMPSON, Undertaker.

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (21 January 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65992199 

There has been an extraordinary number of sudden deaths lately. On one day during the present week there were no less than five of the heads of families laying dead in their houses, awaiting interment, viz., Capt. Bentley, Mr. Isaac Noake, Mr. Gould, Mr. John Waldron, and Mr. John Robinson. Truly these awful lessons teach us that "In the midst of life we are in death" . . .
Dr. Hansom in order to show that there was no necessity for holding an inquest upon the body of the late Mr. Waldron, who died rather suddenly, certified to the police authorities that he had attended Mr. Waldron to his last illness, and that the immediate cause of death was choleraic diarrhoea.

Will of John Waldron, 1860; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1674705; AD960-1-5 Will Number 822

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1674705 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/AD960-1-5-822$init=AD960-1-5-822_1 (DIGITISED)


Bibliography and resources:

John Waldron, Convict records

https://convictrecords.com.au/convicts/waldron/john/101187 




WALGROVE, S. (S. WALGROVE; Mr. WALGROVE)

Serenader, musician, vocalist, minstrel, tambourine player

Active NSW, VIC, TAS, QLD, 1850

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=S+Walgrove+serenader (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALGROVE-S (shareable link to this entry)

WALGROVE, Master (Master WALGROVE; perhaps unrelated to the above)

Vocalist

Active Launceston, TAS, 1851

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Master+Walgrove+melodist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALGROVE-Master (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"DEPARTURES", The Shipping Gazette and Sydney General Trade List (6 July 1850), 182

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161033299 

July 6. - Shamrock, Steamer, 200 tons, Captain Gilmore, for Melbourne via Twofold Bay.
Passengers . . . Mr. George Howard, Mr. Charles Howard, Mr. Charles Upson, Mr. Holmes . . . Mr. Waterland, Mr. Reading, Mr. West, Mr. Walgrove . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Blythe Waterland, alias of Henry Burton (serenader); James W. Reading (serenader); Lavater West (serenader); Waterland Serenaders (troupe)

ASSOCIATIONS (Howard's Serenaders): George and Charles Mason, alias Howard (serenaders); Charles A. Upson (serenader); Samuel T. Holmes (serenader); Howard's Serenaders (troupe)

"Shipping Intelligence . . . CLEARED OUT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (27 July 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4771670 

July 26 - Martha and Elizabeth, schooner, 81 tons, J. Whise, master, for Hobart town. Passengers, Messrs. B. Waterland, J. Reading, L. West, S. Walgrove.

"THE ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS", Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (17 August 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173057891 

This evening Messrs. Waterland and Reading's band will give another of their fashionable and popular Ethiopian entertainments at the Royal Victoria Theatre. This talented company consists of Messrs. Waterland, Reading, Walgrove, and West. They attracted full houses and enthusiastic applause in Sydney, and have come over to this colony to amuse the inhabitants of Tasmania. The admission to the vocal and instrumental performances commence at 8, and are over at 10; so late hours can be no plea for stopping away. Reserved seats are 4s; and general admission 2s. If the public of Hobart Town neglect to encourage talent, they cannot expect t that talent long to remain amongst us. We have seen the company perform, and speaking the candid truth, we must say that, we seldom, if ever, enjoyed a more agreeable or reasonable evening. They certainly deserve every success, and we trust they will be supported according to then attractive merits.

"THE SERENADERS", Colonial Times (27 August 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8767783 

These artistes seem to increase in the estimation of the public. On Friday night last they drew a numerous and respectable audience. The Theatre was opened under the patronage of His Excellency the Governor, but owing to the inclemency of the weather neither Sir William Denison nor his lady were in attendance. The dress boxes were mostly occupied by the elite of Hobart Town, and every one appeared pleased with the evening's amusement. During the evening Messrs. Waterland, Reading, West, and Walgrove, were frequently encored, particularly in the songs "Old Dan Tucker," "The pretty little dark-eyed Maid," &c., though to our taste the plaintive melody "Carry me back to Old Virginny" was worth all the rest. The pathetic song of "Lucy Neal" instead of inspiring the audience with pity for the unfortunate fate of her despairing lover, created a perfect furor of delight the more BONES cried . . .

"ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS", The Britannia and Trades' Advocate (29 August 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226532607 

Mr. Blythe Waterland took his benefit at the Victoria Theatre, on Tuesday night, when Messrs. Waterland, West, Reading, and Walgrove, in character as our brethren of the dark skin, sang and played on the various instruments, to the amusement of one of the most crowded audiences we have seen in the Victoria Theatre . . . The great attraction of the evening was a prize silver cup of the value of 10l. 10s., given by Mr. Waterland to the author of the best conundrum. A great many were read during the evening by Mr. Waterland and Mr. West, the answers to which by "Mr. Bones," and Mr. Walgrove, the "tambourine [REDACTED]," created much laughter . . .

"SERENADE CONCERT AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE", The Hobart Town Advertiser (6 September 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264607794 

On Monday evening last a Serenade Concert was given at Government House, the principal performers at which were the well known Ethiopian Serenaders, and where most of the elite of Hobart Town were present. The entertainment took place in the new Ball-room, where the Serenaders were at first placed on the platform fronting the entrance. The first part consisted of the following pieces: -

PART I.
Song & Chorus, Buffalo Gal - J. W. Reading
Lament, Mary Blane - L. West
Song & Chorus, Black-eyed Susyanna - B. Waterland
Solo, Flutina - J. W. Reading
Lament, Carry me back to Ole Virginny - L. West
Song & Chorus, Come Day, Go Day - J. W. Reading
Refrain, Jenny Get your Hoe Cake Done - B. Waterland

The echo, being too great, interfered much with the effect, and the performers in the glees which formed the interlude, were placed under the orchestra. Here, too, the same defect was perceptible, though the following glees were given with beautiful effect by four of the band of the 99th regiment: -

The Fairy Glee
Glee - The Chough and Crow
Glee - Merrily Goes the Bark

In the second part of the Serenaders' Concert they were placed at the end of the Ball-room and here the effect was excellent. It consisted of the following pieces: -

PART II.
Solo, Banjo, Imitation of Bells - J. W. Reading
Operatic Burlesque, - Stop dat Knocking - L. West
Song, The Pretty little dark-eyed Maid - B. Waterland
Song & Chorus, Oh! Susannah - J. W. Reading
Chant, Old Dan Tucker - S. Walgrove
Serenade, My Canoe is on the Ohio - L. West
Song & Chorus, my Buful Bessy Bone - B. Waterland
De Railway Gallop.

"Dandy Jim from Caroline," "Sitting on a Rail," were added; and, by the particular request of the ladies, "Carry me back to ole Virginny," was repeated. The whole was highly applauded by the company, and His Excellency expressed to Mr. Waterland in very high terms his approval of the performance, and his gratification at the pleasure they had afforded himself and his guests. The visitors then retired to the supper room, and during the repast the men of the 99th sung the following glees with excellent effect: -

Glee - Sleep Gentle Lady
Glee - The Forresters
Glee - The Last Rose of Summer

A little after one the company separated, highly delighted with the entertainment.

"THE ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS", Launceston Examiner (11 September 1850), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36266987 

The four gentlemen who have appeared before the public of Launceston have certainly enlivened the spirits of the community, and will have no cause to repent their visit. When Apollonius interrogated Canus, the Rhodian musician, he replied that by means of his pipe "he could make a melancholy man merry; a merry man, mad; a lover, more enamored; and a religious man more devout." Waterland is, perhaps, the most talented; West, the most skilful in execution; but the palm of attraction must be divided between Reading and Walgrove. The latter looked all the negro. There was a blunder committed by Reading in whitening his nasal organ by excessive grief. It might excite a laugh in those who imagined it was a mistake, but it destroyed the illusion. The serenaders are worthy of the houses they draw and the success that attends their performances. They were largely taxed on Tuesday night, for almost every song was encored.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal [Melbourne, VIC] (21 September 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223157686 

ROYAL HOTEL, MELBOURNE. FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY.
THE ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS. MESSRS. WATERLAND, READING, WEST & WALGROVE, having returned per Shamrock 'en route' for Sydney, beg most respectfully to announce to their former supporters and the public in general, that they purpose giving
A FASHIONABLE SERENADE Concert, In the Ball Room of the ROYAL HOTEL,
THIS EVENING, 21st SEPTEMBER, Previous to their departure for the North . . .

"THE ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator [Sydney, NSW] (5 October 1850), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251538764 

Mr. B. Waterland's company of Ethiopian Serenaders having returned from Van Diemen's Land, will give a concert, at the Royal Hotel this evening . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 October 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12921821 

BLYTHE WATERLAND'S COMPANY of ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS
GIVE A FASHIONABLE CONCERT, by bespeak, and under the immediate patronage of his Excellency Sir Charles A. Fitz Roy, in Mr. Curran's "Odd Fellows' Hall," Parramatta, this present
THURSDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 17,
When the following choice selection of Melodies, &c., will be sung and performed.
PROGRAMME. PART 1 . . . Chant, "Ole Joe" - S. Walgrove . . .
PART 2 . . . Chant, "Ole Dan Tucker" - S. Walgrove . . .
NOTICE. - No. 1 of "Songs of the Serenaders," containing 12 Ethiopian Melodies,
just published by Messrs. Waterland and Reading, and may be had at the door, price 1s.

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", The Moreton Bay Courier [Brisbane, QLD] (18 November 1850), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3713620 

[Nov.] 17. Eagle, steamer, 170 tons, Allen, from Sydney 12th, and Newcastle 13th inst. Passengers . . . Mr. Hydes, Mr. Reading, Mr. West, Mr. Walgrove, and fifteen in the steerage.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Proctor Hydes (musician, vocalist, actor, manager)

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (23 November 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3715047 

READING AND HYDES' ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS!
MR. J. W. READING and MR. J. P. HYDES respectfully to inform the inhabitants of IPSWICH and its vicinity, that they will give their
ETHIOPIAN ENTERTAINMENTS on SATURDAY, MONDAY, and TUESDAY Evenings, November 23, 25, and 26, 1850.
PROGRAMME - PART I . . . CHAUNT - Walk Jaw Bone - S. Walgrove . . .
CHAUNT - Ole Joe - S. Walgrove . . .
PART II . . . EXTRAVAGANZA - Ole Dan Tucker - S. Walgrove . . .

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (30 November 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3711385 

ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS. FAREWELL CONCERTS!!
MESSRS. READING & HYDES in returning thanks for the very liberal patronage bestowed upon them on their first visit, beg to inform the inhabitants of BRISBANE and its vicinity that they will give their
FAREWELL CONCERTS in the COURT HOUSE, on SATURDAY and MONDAY Evenings, November 30, and December 2, 1850,
and trust their exertions will meet with the approbation it has ever been their study to deserve.
PROGRAMME - PART 1.
MEDLEY OVERTURE - Cinderella, Full Band
MEDLEY QUARTETT - (From the Opera of Bone Squash Diavolo) - Company . . .
SONG and CHORUS - Galley Fire - S. Walgrove . . .
CHAUNT - Jenny come along - S. Walgrove . . .
PART II . . . EXTRAVAGANZA - [REDACTED] ob de understanding - S. Walgrove . . .
The whole to conclude wid de RAILWAY GALOP . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . DEPARTURES", The Moreton Bay Courier (7 December 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3709560 

Dec. 4 - Eagle, steamer, 170 tons, Allen, for Sydney, Passengers- Mr. Hydes, Mr. Reading, Mr. West, Mr. Walgrove . . . and twenty five in the steerage.

"GOVERNMENT HOUSE", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (4 January 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59771793 

On Tuesday evening [31 December] the Hon. Mrs. Keith Stewart entertained a distinguished party at Government House, on which occasion the Company of Serenaders, consisting of Messrs. Hydes, Reading, West, and Walgrove, had the honor of appearing in some of their choicest pieces by command of His Excellency.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (15 March 1851), 165

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65574887

ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE. ELIZABETH STREET.
First appearance of Master Walgrove the celebrated Negro Melodist in this Colony.
On Monday evening, March 17, being for the BENEFIT of MR. J. ASHTON . . .
Master Walgrove the celebrated Negro Melodist, will make his first appearance in this colony, and will sing the favorite negro melody of "Dandy Jim from Caroline" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Ashton (circus performer, manager); Ashton's Circus (troupe)

MUSIC: Dandy Jim from Caroline (song); see also another edition

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (26 March 1851), 189

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65575720 

ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE, ELIZABETH STREET.
Second Appearance of Master Walgrove the celebrated Negro Melodist . . .
For the BENEFIT of Messrs. RISLEY & FELIX . . .
THURSDAY EVENING, MARCH 27th . . .
Master Walgrove, who was received with such unbounded applause at Mr. J. Ashton's Benefit,
will make his second appearance, and sing a popular Negro Melody . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Risley (circus performer); Henry Felix (clown)




WALKER, Mr. (perhaps = John WALKER, or James WALKER, below)

Musician, violoncello player

Active Sydney, NSW, 1843, 1845

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALKER-Mr (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"ROYAL CITY THEATRE, MARKET-STREET", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 May 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12424212 

ROYAL CITY THEATRE, MARKET-STREET. PROPRIETORS, MESSRS. SIMMONS AND BELMORE.
The Public is most respectfully informed, that every arrangement connected with this establishment being completed, the Proprietors have the honour to announce their OPENING NIGHT for SATURDAY, the 20th May . . .

The Orchestral Selection for the evening which will be performed previous to the several Pieces, and between the Acts, include Haydn's Symphony, No. 2; Mozart's Overture to L'Irato; Rossini's Overture to Il Barbiere di Seviglia, and Brilliant Arrangements of Strauss Valses.

The Band comprises the following instrumental Performers -
Mr. S. Wallace, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Walton, Mr. Wallace, senior; Mr. Portbury, Mr. Walker, Mr. Adams, Mr. Wright, Monsieur Gautrot, Mr. Wilson, Mr. Strong, and Mr. Andrews.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Simmons (actor, manager); James Belmore (manager, machinist); Spencer Wellington Wallace (violin); Thomas Leggatt (oboe); Humphrey Walton (musician); Spencer Wallace (senior) (musician); Benjamin Portbury (musician); Robert Adam (musician); Mr. Wright (musician); Joseph Gautrot (violin); George Strong (violin); Mr. Andrews (musician); City Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Australian (29 November 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37154101

Mr. MARSH Begs to announce that his Concert will take place on
WEDNESDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 3RD, AT THE ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . .
1st Violins - Messrs. Gibbs, Wallace, John Deane . . .
Violoncello - Messrs. E. Deane, Walker; Double Bass - Mr. W. Deane . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Stephen Hale Marsh (pianist, harpist, composer); John Gibbs (leader); John Deane (violin); Edward Smith Deane (cello); William Deane (double bass)




WALKER, George Washington (George Washington WALKER; G. W. WALKER)

Indigenous culture and song reporter

Born London, England, 19 March 1800; son of John WALKER (1726-1821) and Elizabeth RIDLEY
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 7 February 1832 (on Science, from London, 9 September 1831)
Married Sarah Benson MATHER, Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 15 December 1840
Died Hobart, TAS, 1 February 1859

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-623906 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALKER-George-Washington (shareable link to this entry)

WALKER, James Backhouse (James Backhouse WALKER; J. B. WALKER)

Indigenous culture and song reporter

Born Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 14 October 1841; son of George Washington WALKER and Sarah Benson MATHER
Died Hobart, TAS, 4 November 1899

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-540923 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALKER-James-Backhouse (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"SHIP NEWS", Colonial Times (8 February 1832), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8646298

FEB. 7. - Arrived the ship Science, William Saunders, Commander, from London, 9th Sept., with a general cargo. Passengers - Mr. Hall, Mr. Backhouse, Mr. Walker, Mr. Gale; and 55 steerage passengers, consisting of pensioners, with their wives and families.

"DEATH", The Courier (1 February 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2466568

This afternoon, at a quarter-past 2 o'clock, GEORGE WASHINGTON WALKER, aged 59 years.
The funeral will leave his late residence, Savings' Bank, Macquarie street, on the 4th instant, at half past 2 pm. 1st of 2nd mo. (Feb'y) 1859.

"DEATH OF MR. GEORGE WASHINGTON WALKER", The Courier (1 February 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2466578

It is our melancholy duty to chronicle the death of Mr. George Washington Walker, an old colonist, of many years standing, and whose Christian example has conciliated, during his residence amongst us, the esteem and respect of every person in the community. The deceased gentleman was a member of the Society of Friends, and was an early coadjutor with Mr. Backhouse in the missionary cause in this colony. In every movement having for its object the cause of religion and charity Mr. Walker took an active part, and his works will live to posterity as a monument to his virtue. Mr. Walker was the founder of the Hobart Town Bank for Savings, and an influential member of the various literary and benevolent institutions of the city. His illness was severe, and not of a lengthened duration, but it was not until yesterday, when paralysis of one side of the body supervened, that his medical advisers (Drs. Bedford and Agnew) gave up all hopes of recovery. Mr. Walker lingered until half-past two o'clock this afternoon, when death put a period to his existence.

See also "GEORGE WASHINGTON WALKER, ESQ.", The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (2 February 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3252923

"OBITUARY", The Mercury (6 November 1899), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12763309

. . . The deceased was the eldest son of the late Mr. George Washington Walker, and was born in Hobart in 1841. He received his education at the High School here, and the Friends' School, York, England. He was admitted as a barrister in Tasmania in 1876, and was one of the original members of the Council of the University of Tasmania. In 1888 he was elected a member of the Council of the Royal Society of Tasmania, and was a constant contributor to the society's journal. Mr. Walker was recognised as the leading authority on the history of early Tasmania. At the meeting of the Fellows of the Royal Society held last month he read a most interesting paper on the aborigines of Tasmania . . .


Relevant works:

"Notes on the Aborigines of Tasmania, extracted from the manuscript journals of George Washington Walker, with an introduction by James B. Walker, F.R.G.S.", Papers and Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania (1897), 145-175

https://archive.org/stream/papersproceeding1897roya#page/144/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Original notes date from Backhouse and Walker's visit to Flinders Island in September-October 1832; includes descriptions of songs and dances (158-60), and 2 song texts:
[1] Song sung by the Women in chorus . . . Nikkeh ningeh tibreh (171-72)
[2] A popular song among all the aboriginal tribes . . . Poppyla-renung . . . (172-73) = Popela (as transcribed 1830s) and Popela (as recorded 1899-1903)

[Reprinted] (Hobart: William Grahame, Jun., Govt. Printer, 1898)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/22822907 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-744544956 (DIGITISED)

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VM0Q5Zeq3g (DIGITISED)

http://eprints.utas.edu.au/16183 (DIGITISED)

[Reprinted] in Early Tasmania: papers read before the Royal Society of Tasmania during the years 1888 to 1899 by James Backhouse Walker, R.R.S.G. (Tasmania: John Vail, Government Printer, 1902), 233-62

https://archive.org/details/earlytasmaniapap00walk/page/233/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=eSwXAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA233 (DIGITISED)


Bibliography and resources:

Extracts from the Letters of James Backhouse: now engaged in a religious visit to Van Dieman's Land, and New South Wales, accompanied by George Washington Walker (London: Printed by W. Eade, 1834)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/25945533 

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=dOANAAAAQAAJ (DIGITISED)

See also third edition Backhouse 1838

James Backhouse and Charles Tylor, The life and labours of George Washington Walker, of Hobart Town, Tasmania (London: A. W. Bennett; York: Thomas Brady, 1862)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18641913 

https://archive.org/details/lifelaboursofgeo00backiala (DIGITISED)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=j3ErAAAAYAAJ (DIGITISED)

"REVIEW", Launceston Examiner (19 February 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41458999 

Mary Bartram Trott, "Walker, George Washington (1800-1859)", Australian dictionary of biography 2 (1967)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/walker-george-washington-2764 

Neil Smith, "Walker, James Backhouse (1841-1899)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1976)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/walker-james-backhouse-4786 




WALKER, George William (George William WALKER; G. W. WALKER)

Musician, professor of Music, clarinet and piccolo player, composer, arranger, bandmaster Tasmanian Band, blacksmith, engineer

Born Somerset, England, 1827; baptised Nether Stowey church, 4 March 1827; son of John WALKER (1789-1864) and Kitty WEBB (1795-1880)
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 8 December 1852 (per Sea Park, from Plymouth, 23 August, "blacksmith")
Arrived Launceston, TAS, by January 1854
Married Maria Matilda MORRISH, VIC, 1867
Died Kew, VIC, 4 November 1880, aged "53/54"

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WALKER, William (William WALKER; W. WALKER)

Musician, cornet player, bandmaster, bellringer, blacksmith

Born Somerset, England, 1832; baptised Nether Stowey church, 1 April 1832; son of John WALKER (1789-1864) and Kitty WEBB (1795-1880)
Arrived Hobart, TAS, 25 March 1855 (per Ocean Chief, from Liverpool, 11 January)
Married Jane MOTTON, Westbury church, TAS, 8 October 1857
Died Northwood, Deloraine, TAS, 1 June 1920

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ASSOCIATIONS: William Walker (1860-1939); John George Walker (1864-1944) (son); George William Walker (1867-1948) (son)

See also Walker family of bellringers (1880s):

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Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Nether Stowey in the county of Somerset in the year 1827; register 1813-50, page 44; Somerset Archives

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No. 347 / [1827] March 4 / George William Son of / John [and] Kitty / Walker / Nether Stowey / Labourer . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Nether Stowey in the county of Somerset in the year 1832; register 1813-50, page 58; Somerset Archives

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No. 463 / [1832] April 1st / William Son of / John & Kitty / Walker / Nether Stowey / Laborer . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Nether Stowey, Somerset; UK National Archives, HO107/1924/41/10

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Castle St. / John Walker Venn [sic] / Head / Mar. / 61 / Pensioner from Greenwich / [all family born Nether Stowey]
Kitty / Wife / 56 / Midwife // George / Son / 24 / Blacksmith // Marrie / Daur. / 21 / Dressmaker // William / Son / 17 / Blacksmith . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (1 February 1854), 4

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VAUXHALL GALA.
MR. CHAS. KNIGHT has the honor of announcing that he intends giving a
GALA in the Horticultural Gardens, on MONDAY EVENING NEXT, February 6th, 1854, on which occasion the
Tasmanian Band will be in attendance, and play some of their
NEW AND POPULAR, AIRS, under the direction and management of
Mr. G. W. Walker, recently arrived from England.
[manicule] For further particulars, see bills. February 1, 1854.

"TASMANIAN BAND", The Cornwall Chronicle (4 February 1854), 5

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This band played some beautiful new music on the Church square, on Tuesday evening last, under the direction of Mr. G. W. Walker, when between three and four hundred persons were present, and it was remarked that they are progressing very favorably under the present management.

"TASMANIAN BAND", The Cornwall Chronicle (25 February 1854), 4

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It will be observed by advertisement, that the Tasmanian Band under the management of Mr. G. W. Walker, intend to take a benefit in the Horticultural Gardens, on Thursday evening next, on which occasion a grand exhibition of fireworks will be given, under the direction of Mr. Knight, the pyrotechnic artist of Wellington-street.

"GALA AT THE HORTICULTURAL GARDENS", The Cornwall Chronicle (1 March 1854), 3

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We call attention to advertisement, announcing a grand exhibition of fireworks, at these gardens, to-morrow evening, under the direction of Mr. C. Knight. The display will be for the benefit of the Tasmanian Band, who will perform on the occasion some very choice pieces, as seen by the programme. We would specify in particular, Ben Bolt with symphonies, the latter composed by the bandmaster, (Mr. G. W. Walker,) and the Supply Mill Polka, also his composition, both of which ore spoken very highly of. Those who have an ear for sweet sounds, and an eye for the beautiful in art, will do well to spend a leisure hour, and a spare half-crown, to-morrow evening, and we feel sure no effort will be wanting to secure them a rich treat.

"EXHIBITION OF FIREWORKS", The Cornwall Chronicle (4 March 1854), 5

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The exhibition of fireworks, for the benefit of the Tasmanian Band, took place in the Horticultural Gardens, on Thursday evening last. The symphonies in "Ben Bolt," arranged by Mr. G. W. Walker, were much admired, and his execution on the piccolo and clarionet were highly spoken off. Mr. H. Evans played exceedingly well on the cornet a piston. Under the superintendence of Mr. Walker, the Tasmanian Band must improve.

ASSOCIATIONS: H. Evans (cornet)

"PUBLIC MEETING AT THE TEMPERANCE HALL", The Cornwall Chronicle (25 March 1854), 5

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The Rev. Charles Price delivered an interesting address at the Temperance Hall, on Tuesday evening last. The subject was the "Maine Liquor Law." The inclement state of the weather accounted for the thin attendance. The Tasmanian Band, under the supervision of Mr. Walker, played some select airs of his arrangement. Mr. T. R. Girle's performance on the Sax-Contra Bass, was not only creditable to himself, but to Mr. Walker, who has introduced the differently constructed sax-horns into the band.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Price (lecturer); Thomas Rosewell Girle (musician)

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (29 March 1854), 1

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Music!!! Music!!! Music!!!
MR. G. W. WALKER, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC, INTIMATES to his numerous applicants, and the public generally, that he is now prepared to give lessons on wind instruments at his residence, St. John-street, next door to Mr. Hurst's, Confectioner.
[manicule] Gentlemen can be waited on at their residences if required. March 25.

"MUSIC", The Cornwall Chronicle (1 April 1854), 4

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It will be seen by advertisement that Mr. G. W. Walker, professor of music, is now prepared to give lessons on wind instruments, at his residence, St John-street.

"TEMPERANCE", The Cornwall Chronicle (22 April 1854), 5

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The hall was well attended on Tuesday evening; the president, the Rev. C. Price, occupied the chair, and intimated that drunkenness was increasing to a fearful extent in this town, but he trusted before long that the abominable vice would be entirely discontinued. The audience was addressed by Messrs. Chick, Lowe, (of Newnham,) Wittaker, (town missionary,) Rev. H. Dowling, and Mr. J. Sherwin, president of the society upwards of nine years ago. The Tasmanian Band played the "Rechabite Quick Step," composed by Mr. G. W. Walker, and dedicated to the Star of Tasmania Tent, in most excellent style, and are favourably progressing under the present management . . .

"TASMANIAN BAND", The Cornwall Chronicle (28 June 1854), 5

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Owing to the indisposition of Mr. Walker, the Tasmanian Band did not perform at the teetotal meeting on Tuesday evening last.

"TASMANIAN BAND", The Cornwall Chronicle (23 August 1854), 5

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Since under the management of Mr. G. W. Walker, this band has progressed favorably, being considerably augmented of late, by persons of acknowledged talent, and has afforded to such of the public as have attended the meetings of the Tasmanian Teetotal Society the gratification which music always affords. It is their intention to appear in uniform as soon as practicable, and they contemplate soliciting the public to bear a portion of the expense incurred in procuring the uniform. One gentleman in this town, proverbial for his liberality, made the band a present of the handsome donation of £10, and doubtless the public at large will be equally liberal, according to the means at their command, in promoting the work, when called upon to do so.

"TASMANIAN TEETOTAL SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (3 February 1855), 3

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The annual meeting of this society was held in the Temperance Hall on Tuesday evening last, when the report was read by the Secretary. which stated that the society had received an addition of 357 names during the year, and the total number on the registrars books was 4330 members since the commencement. The meetings are held every fortnight, and the Tasmanian band, under the management of Mr. G. W. Walker, contributes greatly to enliven them: they have been in most cases well attended . . . A resolution was proposed at the close, that the thanks of the meeting be given to Mr. G. W. Walker and the members of the band, who have kindly given their services on all occasions when required by the society . . .

Arrivals, per Ocean Chief, 25 March 1855; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1594426; CB7/12/1/3 Bk8 p336

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[No.] 1119 / Walker William / 23 / [C. of E.] / [Read and write] Somersetshire / Blacksmith / [Names of person of whose application sent out] George Walker . . .

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (21 April 1855), 3

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[ADVERTISEMENT.] TO THE EDITOR OF THE LAUNCESTON EXAMINER.
SIR, - Allow me, through the medium of your Journal, to make a few statements concerning the Tasmanian Band and the flower show previous to the last. Also, to give a reply to the balderdash signed G. W. Walker, which appeared in your contemporary the Chronicle this morning. In G. W. Walker's morceau, he apprises the community that I have set before them falsehoods, as he and the members of the band term them, and which they have the audacity to deny. In his letter he remarks that the band gave in their amount as £10, and not £8, as I on a former occasion made known to the public; but it is it tissue of falsehoods, as they were only offered £8, and the reason was that these would-be musicians did not condescend to accept the £8 was on account of their not being able to pay themselves for their time, which they would lose in going to the show. The leader (Walker) out of the money would require £2 for his valuable services, and four or five of what they term themselves first performers, would not leave their work without receiving twenty or twenty five shillings each, as they said it would not pay them. And now, Mr. Editor, what were the other five or six young men to receive for their time, when those few disturbers of the peace received their exorbitant charge; and this is the Tasmanian band, that have been supported by the inhabitants of Launceston liberally, for the last twenty months, and would not play for a society for £8, as it would not pay them, - when, if they had gone and have played for the same amount as the quadrille band received, they would have done no more than what they ought to do, considering the money that they have received from the inhabitants for doing nothing. This man of music, who hath many musical charms, begs the committee, should there be anything false, to contradict it, and states that I have nothing whatever to do with them. How can these calumniators presume to infer that I had no connexion with them at the time? It is a well known fact, and which I can prove, that I was one of the strongest supporters the band had, and was a member of the same before Walker took the band, and was with them at the last election. And now the public will be able to judge whether Walker has spoke the truth. I now conclude by trusting that these remarks will close their lips from issuing forth any more base untruths.
Farewell Tasmanian band.
From yours, &c.,
J. E. MATHEWS,
George-street, Launceston.

ASSOCIATIONS: J. E. Mathews (former member)

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (19 June 1855), 2

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QUADRILLE BAND.
G. W. WALKER begs to Inform the inhabitants of Launceston and its vicinity, that he has organised a "Quadrille Band," and has been very particular in obtaining music by the best composers.
Terms moderate. Orders to be left at Mr. A. Duthie's, Stationer, or at MR. G. W. WALKER's, George-street. June 10.

[Advertisement], Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (10 January 1859), 3

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THE ANGLO-VICTORIAN BAND, six performers, is prepared to attend Balls, Pic-nics, &c., at reasonable charges.
Address, Assembly room, Kangaroo Flat.
G. W. WALKER, Leader.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (16 March 1861), 3

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The first of a series of musical performances in the Botanical Gardens takes place to-day from 4 to 6 o'clock. The following is the programme; it comprises an original quadrille, "The Geelong," composed by Mr. G. W. Walker. Mr. Thomas Wilton is the leader . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (18 March 1861), 4

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BAZAAR in aid of the Funds of the
GEELONG and WESTERN DISTRICT FEMALE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION.
Will be opened in The HALL of the MECHANICS' INSTITUTE,
On TUESDAY next, the 19th inst. at 2 o'clock p.m.
During the afternoon the following selections of
CHOICE MUSIC Will be performed by WILTON'S BAND, who have kindly given their services on the occasion.
PROGRAMME:
PART I.
Overture - "Crown Diamonds" - Auber
Selections from Verdi's Grand Opera - Attila
Valse - Du orentatea - Labitzki
"Il Balen" (the tempest of the heart), from Verdi's favorite Opera Il Trovatore
"Garibaldi Galop" - D'Albert
PART II.
Overture - "Anna Bolena" - Pacini
Scotch Selection, arranged by G. W. Walker
Waltz - "Nellie Gray" - D'Albert
Selection from "The Bohemian Girl" - Balfe
Geelong Polka - G. W. Walker
Leader, Mr. T. Wilton . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Wilton (band leader)

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (23 March 1861), 2

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A second Musical Entertainment will be given in the Botanical Gardens this afternoon, from four to six o'clock, by the Theatre Royal band, under the direction of Mr. Thos. Wilton. The following is the programme.
PART I.
Serpentine Quadrille - Burchardt
Grand Cavatina from 'The Stranger' - Bellini
Annie Valse - Marriott
Garibaldi Galop - D'Albert
PART II.
Overture, 'Il Barbiere de Siviglia' - Rossini
Lucia Quadrille - Farmer
Selection 'Bohemian Girl' - Balfe
Geelong Polka - G. W. Walker
FINALE.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (20 April 1861), 2

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This afternoon, between the hours of three and five o'clock the band of the Theatre Royal, led by Mr. Thomas Wilton, will perform in the Botanical Gardens. The following is the programme.
PART I.
Quadrille - La Chavalresque - Bohlman
Waltzer Gabrielen - Strauss
Medley Overture - Lalla Rookh - G. W. Walker
Polka - Zerline, cornet obligato - Ettling
PART II.
Overture - Anna Bolena - Pacini
Quadrille - The Campbell Minstrels - D'Albert
Waltzer - Esmeralda - Bosisio
Selection from Attila - Verdi.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (6 November 1861), 2

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In addition to the Wednesdays' Concerts in the market-square, which commences next week, we notice that the Band of the Rifles are to play in the Botanical Gardens every Saturday during the summer. This will afford a great treat to the inhabitants, as the band under the able tuition of Mr. G. W. Walker, have attained to a considerable degree of excellence. We also notice that subscriptions are to be sought from the inhabitants of the town towards paying the expenses of the band and Regiment, and we hope that the town will afford the requisite support. We believe that the members of the regiment have been put to considerable expense in getting up this band and providing instruments, and the services of a competent instructor, and seeing that they are desirous of giving the public at large the benefit of their exertions it is only fair that the public should pay their share of the current expenses.

"THE PROFESSIONAL TOWN BAND. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser (14 November 1861), 3

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SIR, - a letter appeared in your issue of this day headed "The Rival Bands," wherein the writer, a Mr. G. W. Walker, asserts that he was the instigator of the movement for musical performances in the Botanical Gardens. Although I did not form one of the number who performed there last year, I can positively state that Mr. Thos. Wilton was the originator of the movement, and as to the great expense and loss of time Mr. Walker speaks of in arranging music, &c, I do not consider him entitled to any credit on that score, inasmuch as he admits that it was his own "personal property," and, of course, written to suit his own purposes. The remarks of Mr. Walker with respect to certain members of the musical profession having trades, come with a very bad grace from one who is himself by trade a blacksmith; but not the "Harmonious Black-smith" of whom the immortal Handel wrote, otherwise he ought certainly to feel very proud it, and not endeavour to cast a slur on any professional man, simply because he has the good fortune to be able and willing to turn all his talents to the best account. I should not have troubled you, sir, with this letter, but that I believe Mr. Walker's remarks calculated to prove prejudicial to the interests of the professional band of the town of which I claim to be the oldest member.
I am, &c.,
W. STONEHAM, Professor of music and a tradesman.
Geelong, Nov. 12, 1861.

"THE BANDS. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser (15 November 1861), 3

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SIR, - I should feel deeply obliged if you would (for the last time) allow me a small space in your columns to reply to Mr. Stoneham's letter in to-day's issue. In the first, place, I beg distinctly to reiterate that I originally proposed the band performances in the Botanical Gardens, although out of deference to Mr. Wilton as leader of the Theatre (not the Town) Bands, I allowed the formal request for the trustees' permission to emanate from him. I leave the public to form their own opinion what credit is due to me for the arrangements, &c., of the whole of the music performed last season in the Gardens. Music was required, I supplied it, being the only member of the Band able to orchestrize music, and therefore although it still remains my "personal prosperity," it is plainly to be seen that it was written to suit any but "my own purposes." With reference to Mr. Stoneham's remark about my being a tradesman, I beg to state I have always admitted it publicly, and only regret that severe rheumatic affliction prevents me following a much more remunerative calling than the profession of music; but having been two years unable to walk without crutches, and only enabled to dispense with a stick through the healthy locality of Geelong, I have been obliged to relinquish my trade and embrace music. I admit in the latter profession I have worked hard, especially in fostering the "divine science" among the amateurs here, which I shrewdly suspect to be the real cause of the enmity and the bile of my professional brethren.
I am, sir, yours, etc.,
G. W. WALKER,
Bandmaster G.V.R.B.
P.S. - I beg to draw your attention to the heading of my last letter, "Rival Bands," which was not mine, but an introduction of the press.
727 Gheringhap-street. Nov. 14, 1861.
[The heading was ours - not our correspondent's. ED.]

ASSOCIATIONS: William Stoneham (musician); Geelong Volunteer Rifles Band (citizen military, later Geelong Volunteer Artillery Band)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (5 November 1862), 4

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FLOWER SHOW!! MECHANICS' HALL, Friday, 7th November.
BY the kind permission of Lieut-Col. Rede, the full Band of the ROYAL VICTORIA VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY will perform during the evening the following selection of music: -
Overture to Anna Bolena - Pacini
Lurline Valse - D'Albert
Selection from "Ernani," - Verdi
Grand Selection of Irish Melodies - G. W. Walker.
PART 2.
Overture - La Part du Diable - Auber
Labyrinth Walzer - Lanner
Grand Selection from the opera "Stranger," Bellini
"Thistle" Quadrille - G. W. Walker.
"Patrick's Day," and "God Save the Queen."

"RIVAL BANDS. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser (14 February 1863), 3

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SIR, - I observe a statement in your columns of this morning that you considered the equity of the award at the last competition between the Volunteer Bands was on good grounds disputed by the Castlemaine Band. Now, this may be your opinion, Sir, and perhaps of the Castlemaine Band also, and as there does not appear to be any intention at the present Encampment to give any prizes for music, I am willing, though not a rich man, to compete against the Castlemaine Band with the Band of the 2nd Brigade Geelong R.V.V.A. for a sum of £10, and I hope to settle any dispute that may have existed. If the Castlemaine Band will accept this challenge I would have no objection to any other Band joining in the competition. I, for one, would be glad if a competition for prizes could be got up, feeling assured that the Band under my charge would still maintain their position.
- I am, Sir, &c.,
G. W. WALKER,
Band Master 2nd Brigade R.V.V.A.B.
Camp, Geelong 13th Feb, 1863.

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 March 1865), 1

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TO VOLUNTEER BANDS. - Open to ENGAGEMENT, G. W. Walker, late BANDMASTER of the Geelong Artillery. Address Marnock-vale, Geelong.

"PROMENADE CONCERTS IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser (6 October 1865), 3

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SIR - In reply to your "Current Topic" of to day respecting the desirability of the Artillery Band performing in the Gardens during the summer months, I beg to state that it has been contemplated by the band to do so, providing sufficient, funds can be guaranteed to compensate the Band for the necessary loss of time, which of course depends upon the liberality or number of subscribers. At the next general practice the subject will again be brought forward, and I have no doubt some decisive step will be taken, I am &c.,
G. W. WALKER;
Myers street, October 5, 1865.

[News], The Argus (11 November 1865), 5

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The opening show of the Horticultural Society of Victoria for the year 1865 was commenced yesterday, at the Botanical-garden . . . In addition to the attractions of the exhibition, the committee have provided a band of music, which will play the following programme in the course of the afternoon: -
Grand Overture, "Il Tancredi," Rossini; Quadrille, "La Traviata," D'Albert; Selection, "Lucrezia Borgia," Donizetti;
Scotch Quick March, G. W. Walker; Grand Waltz, "St. Cloud," Lyon; "Eclipse Polka," Koenig; Selection, "Norma," Bellini; Quadrille, "La Fete des Artillery;" Polka, "D'Amour," Farmer; Fra Poco, from "Lucia," Donizetti; Galop, "Duke of Cambridge," Schaller; "God save the Queen."

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (23 December 1865), 3

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COMUNN NA FEINNE. INSTITUTED 1856 . . . TENTH GRAND HIGHLAND GATHERING
AT THE SOCIETY'S GROUNDS, SOUTH GEELONG, ON MONDAY, JANUARY 1ST, 1866.
The Band of the Geelong Volunteer Artillery Regiment will be in attendance during the day, and perform some choice selections of music.
PROGRAMME AND TIME TABLE . . .
Band - Overture, "Guy Mannering" - H. R. Bishop . . .
Band - Valse, from Gounod's Opera, Faust - Coote . . .
Band - Grand Scotch March - G. W. Walker . . .
Band - Scotch Melodies, introducing the "Flowers of the Forest," "Scots wha hae," "Auld Robin Gray," "Jessie, the Flower of Dunblane," "The Keel Row," &c. - G. W. Walker . . .
Band - Overture, "The Fair Maid of Perth," - Waddell . . .
Band - "Bonnie Hills o'Scotland " and "Auld Lang Syne," arranged bv G. W. Walker . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (1 January 1868), 3

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GRAND HIGHLAND GATHERING AT THE COMMUN NA FEINNE SOCIETY'S GROUNDS, SOUTH GEELONG, on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1st, 1868 . . .
The Band of the 1st. Geelong Artillery Regiment; by the kind permission of Captain Heath, will be in attendance, and perform several choice selections of music.
PROGRAMME: "The Gathering of the Clans" - By the Piper . . .
Band - Overture," Fair Maid of Perth" . . .
Band - Royal Alfred Quadrille - Godfrey . . .
Band - Grand Scottish March - Walker . . .
Band - Valse "Corn Flower" - Coote . . .
Band - Grand Selection of Scottish Melodies, Introducing the "Flower of the Forest," "Scots wha ha'e," "Auld Robin Gray," "Jessie, the flower of Dunblane," "The Keel Row," &c. - G. W. Walker . . .
Band - Overture, "Bohemian Girl" (Balfe) . . .
Band - Grand Valse "Tour Round the World," (O'Meara) . . .

"THE GEELONG VOLUNTEERS", Geelong Advertiser (2 January 1871), 3

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A parade of volunteers was held on the night of the 7th December, in which the members of both corps took part. With their band, No. 1 corps mustered 83, and No. 2 corps 84 men, making a total of 167, Major Snee commanding. Major Heath, Captain Eashleigh, and Lieutenant Morkham were also present. After inspection, Major Snee complimented the men on the condition of their arms, accoutrements, and uniform. After parade and all other business was gone through, Trumpet-Major Kingsbury called forward Mr. Walker, the Bandmaster of the No. 1 corps, and presented him with an illuminated address, tastefully got up for the occasion, and also a gold watch. The Trumpet-Major said:

"Mr. Walker. - Sir, - I have been requested by the band to beg your acceptance of this testimonial and a gold watch, as a small token of their esteem and regard for you as their bandmaster. It was their wish and intention to have presented you with something of greater value had circumstances permitted, but they have contributed as far as their means will allow, and trust you will accept the will for the deed. I will now read you the address:

"To G. W. Walker, Esq, bandmaster of the 1st Geelong Artillery. -
Sir, - We, the members of the band of the 1st Geelong Artillery corps, having resolved on expressing our entire satisfaction with you for the untiring perseverance you have at all times displayed in teaching us the use of our respective instruments, and also to acknowledge your excellent method of tuition and worth as a musician, coupled with your gentlemanly patience and forbearance, it is with feelings of pleasure and gratitude we ask you to accept this testimonial of our unfeigned regard and esteem, at the same time begging your further acceptance of this gold watch. Trusting you may continue as our bandmaster, and that we may at all times work together in harmony, we wish you health and prosperity. -
Signed on behalf of the band, W. H. Kingsbury, Trumpet Major. . Dec. 7th, 1870."

Mr. Walker acknowledged the honour done him in a brief but appropriate reply. The address had been beautifully engrossed and illuminated on vellum by Mr. W. H. Kingsbury, and was quite a work of art. Above the address, which was almost enclosed by a laurel wreath, appeared on either side of the Victorian ensign the inevitable kangaroo and emeu, whilst under, in a small medallion were neatly inscribed the names of every member of the band, and at each corner appeared a laurel crown surrounding Mr. Walker's initials, G. W. W., the whole being enclosed in a gilt frame.

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (18 February 1873), 2

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The Philharmonic Society give their second subscription concert in the Mechanics' Hall to-night, when they will submit one of the most attractive programmes yet offered by them. The selection comprises solos and duetts from the works of Donizetti, Meyerbeer, Verdi, Wallace, and G. B. Allen; the overtures to "Zampa" and "Fra Diavola" and a variety of choruses from the compositions of Herold, Gluck, Bishop, and Gounod, in addition to those formerly mentioned . . . A peculiar interest attaches to this concert, as the orchestral parts are all arranged by Mr. G. W. Walker, and the public will in supporting the society handsomely on this occasion pay a well merited compliment to Mr. Walker.

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (9 August 1876), 2

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A complimentary ball was given last evening to Mr. G. W. Walker, bandmaster to the St. Patrick's Society. The compliment came from the members of the band under the auspices of the society, and the ball took place in the hall of the Public Library. There were about forty couples present and Mr. W. Dunden acted as M.C,; eight members of the band, led by Mr. Walker himself, furnished the music. The programme consisted of twenty dances . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (28 March 1877), 3

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PUBLIC NOTICE. ARTILLERY MOONLIGHT CONCERT.
THE Public are respectfully notified that, should the weather be favorable, the Concert will be held THIS EVENING.
It has been arranged that the Town Bellman will go round the town and announce the same,
and, in addition, two bombshells and rockets will be discharged consecutively, at 7 o'clock, from the Park.
G, W. WALKER, Bandmaster.

"DELORAINE (From a Correspondent)", Weekly Examiner [Launceston, TAS] (28 April 1877), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article233675084 

We are likely to have a fund of cheap pleasure of a high order during the next few weeks. The demonstration at the opening of the new bridge (date not fixed), the oratorio of St. Paul on 1st May, concert by the St. Joseph's Band, and complimentary concert to Mr. W. Walker. There is a very general desire to compliment Mr. William Walker for his services as a musician for many years. Mr. Walker has not only taken a leading part in all public entertainments, but succeeded in evoking a taste or talent for instrumental music that is pleasant and beneficial. It is proposed to give him a complimentary concert on the evening of 24th May next, and a committee of the most influential residents in the district has been appointed to ensure its success. The St. Joseph's Band it appears lighted on the previous night for their entertainment. If the promoters of it had been aware of Mr. Walker's concert, the step looks very much like something too smart to be favorably appreciated, and which Mr. Walker or the committee do not deserve at the hands of the St. Joseph's Band. So far it has been regarded as neither wise nor creditable. April 20.

ASSOCIATIONS: St. Joseph's Band (Launceston)

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (5 November 1880), 2

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The friends of Mr. G. W. Walker, the well-known musician, will regret to learn of his decease at Kew, which took place yesterday morning. The deceased, who was a native of Somersetshire, died at the age of 53 years. He arrived in Adelaide from England 28 years since, afterwards went to Tasmania, where he acted as bandmaster of one of the military companies stationed at the island, and then came to Geelong. His lengthy services as leader of the band of the Geelong Artillery Corps are well known to nearly every resident of this town.

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (6 November 1880), 2

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The Geelong Artillery Corps will parade at the orderly room to-day, at 2.30 p.m., to follow the remains of the late bandmaster, Mr. G. W. Walker, to the place of interment.

The funeral of the late Mr. G. W. Walker, formerly band master of the Geelong Volunteer Artillery Corps, took place on Saturday afternoon. As the deceased gentleman had severed his connection with the corps about fifteen' months previous to his death, the funeral was not a military one, but by special permission of Colonel Anderson a number, of his former comrades followed his remains to the place of interment at the Eastern cemetery. At half-past two about 20 of the band and about 60 volunteers formed into line at the orderly room, McKillop-street, and marched to the railway station, where the body, which had been conveyed from Melbourne by the mid-day train, lay. The procession then went along Malop-street as far as Moorabool-street, into which it turned, and continued up to Ryrie-street. The band played the Dead March from the station to the hospital. At the cemetery gates the cortege was joined by the Rev. Canon Goodman and a large number of private friends. Owing to the reason given above, the body was borne privately from the gates to the grave, and there was no firing over the grave. The Rev. Canon Goodman read the burial service of the Church of England. The funeral arrange ments were under the supervision of Messrs. Jenkins and Bennett.

Probate, George W. Walker, bandmaster, died 4 November 1880; Public Record Office Victoria

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George William Walker 1827-1880

"AN OLD-TIME BANDMASTER", Tasmanian [Launceston, TAS] (3 August 1895), 28 (with photo above)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198897540 

Old Launcestonians will doubtless remember the late Mr. G. W. Walker, a portrait of whom is published. Mr. Walker, who was brother to the well-known Mr. William Walker, of Deloraine, was bandmaster of the Rechabite Band in this city from. 1850 to 1856. Subsequently he settled in Victoria, and was for eighteen years bandmaster of the Geelong Artillery Band. At one of the big Volunteer Encampments, held at Werribee some years since, this band carried off the honours as the most superior combination of its class on the scene of action.

William Walker 1832-1895

"MR. WILLIAM WALKER", Tasmanian [Launceston, TAS] (3 August 1895), 28 (with photo above)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198897542 

Mr. William Walker is a well known figure, not alone in Deloraine, near which town he resides, but throughout Northern Tasmania. He is not alone an experienced bandmaster, but a keen politician, as the excellent work he carried out in connection with the last Deloraine Parliamentary election testified. Mr. Walker landed in Tasmania from England in 1855, and played in a procession in which the Rechabite Band of Launceston took part on May 24 of the same year. For some years he resided in the Longford and Cressy districts, and proceeded to Deloraine in 1864, where he has lived ever since. For a considerable time he took an active interest in band matters, and worked the Deloraine band up to a high standard of efficiency. At the head of the clever Walker Family of Bellringers he toured the Australian Colonies, performing in Melbourne and other important centres of population. Mr. William Walker still takes a great interest in matters musical, and is quite a power in his district when politics are to the front.

"AN OLD-TIME MUSICIAN. HALF A CENTURY'S EXPERIENCE", Examiner (29 December 1905), 6

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One of the regular daily visitors at Elphin this week is Mr. Wm. Walker, of Deloraine, who first played in a brass band in England at the age of eight years. He is keenly interested in the competitions, but between whiles yesterday he chatted with an "Examiner" reporter, to whom he gave some interesting particulars of band music here in the early days. He is one of very few now left who can relate any incidents of the bands that were of note half a century ago.

"I landed in Launceston," said Mr. Walker, "on March 25, 1855, and immediately joined what by old residents is now occasionally known as the "old teetotal band," of which my brother, the late G. W. Walker, was bandmaster. My brother George won the first contest at Werribee encampment, in Victoria, many years ago, at which Geordy Chapman was the judge of music.

"On May 24, 1855, I took charge of the Teetotal Band in a Rechabite procession, when we played through the streets to the Independent Church is Tamar-street, of which the Rev. Chas Price was the pastor.

"Ever since those days until a few years ago I have been actively connected with music, and I was instrumental in bringing out some of the best bands men.

"There are not many of the old ones left. Of those in the Teetotal Band I can at the present moment only recall Messrs. John Tevelein and James French as amongst the living ones. The late Mr. R. H. Price belonged to it also.

"I am the father of the Walker family of bellringers, who with considerable success toured Australia some years ago and played for a season of several nights in St. George's Hall, Melbourne. We also got a fine reception in the Mechanics' Institute at Launceston.

"St. Joseph's Band was in existence then, and had been many years before, but there was a break since, when they were disbanded for a time."

Has there been much advance made in band instruments since then?

"Yes, undoubtedly. The bass instrument called the serpent was then very much in vogue. Old Mr. Robins, who came out with the band of the 99th Regiment [sic, 96th Regiment], played one for years, and a Mr. Allen, who was a fellow-bandsman in the 99th [sic, 96th], also performed on the same instrument. The flat saxe bass now takes its place, and the valve trombone has come into existence, but it is not by any means the equal of the slide trombone.

"The old French horn has been knocked out by the E-flat tenor saxe bassoon, and is not now heard except on rare occasions in orchestras. I have a season's ticket for the competitions, and think a great deal of the septet performances of the Orphanage Band. I was rather surprised at the improvement in the Railway Band since last I heard it. Judging by the second class competition on Wednesday, I should say the award lies between the Ulverstone and Devonport bands. As to the quickstep to-day, I believe the Berringa played the best.

"Yes, I can safely say no one has done more in Tasmania to introduce brass bands than I have. The last time I played in a band was when we received news of Mafeking at Deloraine, when I mustered a band, and led it to rejoice at the victory gained."

ASSOCIATIONS: William Robins, formerly of the Band of the 96th Regiment (military); James Allen, formerly drum major of the 96th Regiment; evidently not John Tevelein (d. 1879), but more likely his son James Tevelein (musical amateur)

"ABOUT PEOPLE", Examiner (2 June 1920), 6

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Deep regret was expressed at Deloraine yesterday afternoon at the death of Mr. William Walker, a resident of that town for about 60 years. The deceased gentleman was well-known, not only in Deloraine, but also throughout the state, particularly in musical and sporting circles. He was a justice of the peace, a member of the local municipal council, and of the road trust. The late Mr. Walker will be remembered by many in connection with the "Walker Family of Bellringers," who toured the theatres of Australia some years ago. It is said that he was the oldest bandmaster in Tasmania, and introduced the first brass band to the town of Dunedin, New Zealand. He was also a regular attendant at the Launceston Cup and Deloraine races. Surviving him are his widow, one daughter, and seven sons, most of whom are still resident in Tasmania.

"DEATHS", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (3 June 1920), 1

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WALKER. - On the 1st inst., at his late residence, Northwood, Deloraine, William, dearly beloved husband of Jane Walker, in his 89th year. (A patient sufferer gone to rest. No flowers, by request.)

"DELORAINE PIONEER'S PASSING MEMORIES OF OTHER DAYS", Advocate [Burnie, TAS] (4 June 1920), 2

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Mr. William Walker, who died at Deloraine this week in his 90th year, was born at Nether Stowey, England, in March, 1831 [sic, March 1832]. A very old resident, and widely known, he had always been in the front in public movements, and especially where music was in evidence. Coming from the mother country in 1852 [sic, 1855] aboard the sailing vessel Ocean Chief, at the age of 21 [sic, 23], the late Mr. Walker had among his fellow-passengers the late Mr. G. Clarke, Red Hills; the late Mr. H. Day, Sheffield; the late Mr. D. Griffiths, Deloraine; and the late Mr. and Mrs. W. Walker, of Parkham.

Mr. Walker was spoken of as the ship's musician; he was a first-class cornet player. On arrival in Tasmania he engaged in blacksmithing at Launceston, afterwards taking up farming in the Cressy district, where he was well known. From there deceased removed to Deloraine, living and carrying on blacksmithing where the Deloraine Pharmacy now stands. During this time the late Mr. Walker, with his large family of sons, all accomplished musicians, made a tour of Tasmania and the mainland with Walker's Band and Bellringers, the tour being most successful. Walker's Band will long be remembered by the older residents of Deloraine, who still talk of the friendly rivalry and contests with another local band - Hart's Band. On one occasion they played tune for tune, well on to midnight, on the Deloraine Green, and neither band giving in, both slept on the battlefield, and when morning came and the opposing men had to return to their duties, Walker's Band marched up the town playing "See, the Conquering Heroes Come!"

Buying the interest of the late Mr. W. Roberts, deceased set up sawmilling at "Allwood," and later removed to the present site and homestead at "Northwood," where sawmilling was carried on until about five years ago, when the business was sold out, and farming pursuits continued. "Northwood" had a wide reputation for its sawn timber, and for years the mill supplied extensive Government orders for bridge work, etc.

Deceased married a daughter of the late Mr. James Motton, of Hobart, the ceremony being performed by the Rev. Williams at Westbury in October 1857. He was an active member of the old Road Trust, and also a member of the Deloraine Municipal Council, a justice of the peace, and a Mason. Deceased leaves a widow, one daughter, and seven sons.

"NORTH-WESTERN NEWS. DELORAINE. The Late Mr. Walker", Advocate (7 June 1920), 2

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The funeral of the late Mr. William Walker, of "Northwood," took place on Friday, interment being made in the general cemetery. Deceased was a highly-respected resident of many, years' standing, and had taken a keen interest in the welfare and progress of the district. Six sons followed the remains, the seventh (Mr. R. Walker) residing in America. In recognition of the musical services of deceased and his family in the past, Bandmasters Edwards and Corrick, of Launceston, with the available members of the local band, played the "Dead March in Saul" at the graveside. The burial service was conducted by Rev. W. K. Douglas.


Bibliography and resources:

The cyclopedia of Tasmania . . . volume 2 (Hobart: Maitland and Krone, 1900), 233-34 (with photo)

https://stors.tas.gov.au/25841 (DIGITISED)

Mr. William Walker, Landed Proprietor, "Northwood", four miles from Deloraine, was born at Nether Stowey, Somersetshire, in 1842, and is the fourth son of the late Mr. John Walker, who served His Majesty George IV as a man-of-warsman in several active engagements, and was subsequently disabled and pensioned off. Mr. William Walker served his time as a blacksmith, and worked at his trade in England until 1854, when he migrated to Tasmania in the "Ocean Chief." On arrival in the colony he joined his brother at Launceston, and followed his trade for a few months, after which he opened business as a wheelwright and blacksmith at Cressy. Also, combining farming operations, in 1862 he went to New Zealand and engaged in mining. Not meeting with much success, he returned to Tasmania and settled in the Deloraine district, where he carried on business for about twenty five years, during which time he supplied most of the farmers with their implements, and took a lively interest in the Welfare of the community. Mr. Walker, retired from the Smithy business in 1884 and opened a sawmill on his present property, where he has been established for fifteen years, employing a large amount of labour. He goes in extensively for farming and has about 200 acres of first class agricultural land, with a splendid homestead of thirteen rooms, commanding a beautiful [234] view. Everything in connection with the sawmill plant is thoroughly up to date, and the logs are brought in over a tram line extending two miles and a half. Mr. Walker has always been energetic in public affairs, and at present time is a member of the Deloraine Municipal Council, and has been a member of the Deloraine Improvement Association. He was married in 1858 [sic, 1857] to Miss Jane Motton, daughter of the late Mr. James Motton, builder and contractor, of Hobart, and has a family of seven sons and two daughters. The Walker Family are well known throughout the colonies for their exceptional musical abilities. They have appeared at all the principal music halls in the colonies, and are adepts at bellringing.

George William Walker, Find a grave

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William Walker, Find a grave

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WALKER, James (James WALKER; ? = Mr. WALKER above)

Musician, orchestra member Prince of Wales Theatre

Born c. 1820
Died Sydney, NSW, 12 January 1865, aged "45"

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Documentation:

Burials in the parish of Camperdown . . . in the year 1865; St. Stephen's, Newtown, register 1854-67; Sydney Diocesan Archives

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No. 12800 / James Walker / Burton St. / [died] Jan. 12 / [buried] Jan. 15 / 45 years / Musician . . .

"FUNERAL", The Sydney Morning Herald (14 January 1865), 10

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The Friends of Mr. JAMES WALKER (late musician at Prince of Wales Theatre), deceased, are respectfully invited to attend his funeral, to move from his late residence, 28, Burton-street, near Riley-street, Woolloomooloo, TO-MORROW (Sunday) MORNING, at a quarter before eight o'clock.
JOHN HILL and CO., undertakers, King and Riley streets.




WALKER, John (John WALKER; ? = Mr. WALKER above)

Musician, musicseller

Born Cork, Ireland, 1792; son of John WALKER and Jane EMERY (m. 1789)
Married Mary Elizabeth SHINE (1812-1848), Cork, Ireland, 1834
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 8 March 1842 (per Woodbridge, from Cork, 9 November)
Died Paddington, NSW, 20 August 1874, aged "82"

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WALKER, James (James WALKER)

Musician, flautist, ? violinist, saddler and harness maker

Born Cork, Ireland, 5 November 1836; son of John WALKER (d. 1874) and Mary Elizabeth SHINE (1812-1848)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 8 March 1842 (per Woodbridge, from Cork, 9 November)
Married Catherine FLETCHER, Chippendale Chapel, Sydney, NSW, 18 May 1859
Died Maryborough, QLD, 27 March 1934, aged "97"

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Documentation:

"MARRIAGE", The Sydney Morning Herald (23 May 1859), 1

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May 18th, by the Rev J. Oram, at Chippendale Chapel, James Walker, second son of Mr. John Walker, Park-street, to Catherine, youngest daughter of Mrs. Robert Fletcher, Sydney.

[Advertisement], Empire (3 September 1859), 8

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UNITARIAN Book and Tract Depot. - Mrs. WALKER, 19, Park-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 January 1861), 2

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FOR SALE, Grand PIANO, with check action, by J. H. R. Mott; price £20, cost £80. J. WALKER, 20, Park-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 July 1861), 8

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VIOLIN STRINGS, received per Benares a superior assortment. WALKER, 20, Park-street

[Advertisement], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser [QLD] (30 January 1862), 3

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JAMES WALKER, SADDLER AND HARNESS MAKER, (Next to Power's Hotel), CAPPER STREET, GAYNDAH . . .

"CUSTOMS IMPORT ENTRIES. - FEBRUARY 14", The Sydney Morning Herald (15 February 1865), 4

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. . . 1 case musical instruments, J. Walker . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (15 July 1865), 10

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WANTED, to SELL a superior CORNOPEAN, upright bell. J. Walker, Park-street.

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT . . . TUESDAY", Sydney Mail (28 July 1866), 2

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Frederick Goodwin was summarily convicted of having stolen a violin and case, of the value of 40s., the property of John Walker, of Park-street, music-seller, and was sentenced to be imprisoned three months.

"CUSTOMS IMPORT ENTRIES. - SEPTEMBER 19", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 September 1868), 6

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. . . 1 case musical instruments, J. Walker . . .

"DEATHS", Australian Town and Country Journal (29 August 1874), 35

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On August 20, at his residence, Paddington, John Walker, music seller, aged 82 years.

"A GRAND OLD MUSICIAN", The Brisbane Courier (16 March 1926), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article21003688

Closely connected with the Eisteddfod movement at the present time is Mr. James Walker, in his 90th year. Mr. Walker still retains most of his faculties to a remarkable degree, and takes a great interest in everything connected with music in Maryborough. He himself was a grand old musician of other days, being considered a flautist of the first degree. He was born in South Ireland and came to Sydney when 4 years of age, with his parents. At the age of 7 he had learned the flute under the great French master, M. Longchamp [sic], and later he studied under another equally famous Frenchman, the violinist M. Guthrow [sic]. The latter had been Napoleon's first violinist. Mr. Walker played in opera in Sydney, and took a prominent place in his accompaniments under Mr. Vincent Wallace, the composer of Maritana [sic, recte S. W. Wallace]. He also played his flute in The Barber of Seville, Il Trovatore, and William Tell. Mr. Walker came to Gayndah about 1860, and to Maryborough in 1877. Since then he has been in great demand both in orchestral work and as a soloist. Necessarily, advancing years have taken him off the list of active musicians. He is still engaged in his saddlery business in Adelaide-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jean Francois Lonchamp (flautist, teacher); Joseph Gautrot (violinist, teacher); Spencer Wellington Wallace (violinist, flautist, leader); Il trovatore was first produced in Sydney in 1859, conducted by Lewis Henry Lavenu

"NINETY-SEVEN. MR. JAMES WALKER", Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (6 November 1933), 4 (with photo)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149257581 

Yesterday, November 5, was the 97th birthday of Mr. James Walker, the well-known saddler of Adelaide-street, who had conducted his business in Maryborough for the last 56 years . . . Mr. Walker was born on November 5, 1836, in the city of Cork, Ireland. William IV. was then on the throne of England. Four years after his birth the family emigrated to Australia on the Woodbridge, arriving in Port Jackson on March 21, 1841 [sic]. There were on board 360 passengers of whom 50 were free girls from Ireland who were in the charge of Mr. Walker's father as constable. A sister was born at sea off the Cape of Good Hope . . .

"LIVED IN FOUR REIGNS. MARYBOROUGH, November 3", The Courier Mail (9 November 1933), 14

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Mr. James Walker, of Maryborough, celebrated his 97th birthday on Sunday. For the last 56 years Mr. Walker has conducted his business of saddler in this city, and despite his advanced age is hale and hearty. He is still working at his trade. Mr. Walker was born on November 5, 1836, in the city of Cork, Ireland. William IV was then on the throne of England. When Mr. Walker migrated to Sydney in 1841 the population of Australia was only 40,000.

"PERSONAL", Toowoomba Chronicle and Darling Downs Gazette (1 December 1933), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article254352678 

. . . He learned to play the flute exactly 90 years ago . . . Mr. Walker played flute parts for Mr. Vincent Wallace, the composer of "Maritana," [recte, S. W. Wallace] over 80 years ago, in Sydney . . .

"DEATHS . . . FUNERAL NOTICE", Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (28 March 1934), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149272326 

WALKER. - On March 27, 1934, at the residence of his son, John Henry Walker, Kent-street, Maryborough, James, beloved father of John Henry, Mesdames W. Adam (Toowoomba), L. E. Gibson (Sydney) and J. W. Bates (Boompa); aged 97 years and 4 months. Peace Perfect Peace . . .
his funeral, to move from the residence of his son . . . THIS AFTERNOON at 3 O'CLOCK for the Maryborough Cemetery.

"MR. JAMES WALKER. A Grand Old Man. PIONEER CROSSES LAST FORD", Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (28 March 1934), 6 (with photograph)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149272358 

DEATH yesterday brought to a close the life of Maryborough's oldest resident, Mr. James Walker. In recording his departure we could chronicle no better obituary than to reprint the following article which appeared in our issue of November 6, 1933. Mr. Walker remained at his work until the last few months and his faculties were so keen that his presence in his business was no mere matter of form. Representatives of the "Chronicle" who had had occasion to interview him in reference to early day happenings in the district frankly marvelled at his retentive memory and physical agility. He is survived by one son, John Henry, of Maryborough, and three daughters. One son and one daughter predeceased him. His wife died in 1915 . . . [reprints article 1933 above]

[Photo caption] THE LATE MR. JAS. WALKER who is here seen with his flute - his favourite musical instrument. In his prime Mr. Walker was recognised by experts as a brilliant flautist . . .

"Mr. James Walker", The Courier-Mail (31 March 1934), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1185118

The death occurred on Tuesday night of Maryborough's oldest resident, Mr. James Walker. The late Mr. Walker, who was 97, remained at his work as a saddler until the last few months, walking two miles to work and two miles home daily. He was born in Cork, Ireland, and when he was four his family migrated to Australia on the Woodbridge, arriving at Port Jackson on March 21, 1841. A year after separation was effected in 1859 the cotton boom took place, and many people turned to the Wide Bay district. Mr. Walker was one of them, and at Gayndah he established a business. In 1877 he opened a business in Maryborough. For 81 years he stood at the saddler's bench, having signed his indenture on January 1, 1852. He took a prominent part in musical circles in Gayndah and in Maryborough, and as a flautist he had few equals in his day. He is survived by one son, Mr. John Henry Walker (Maryborough), and three daughters, Mesdames W. Adam (Toowoomba), L. E. Gibson (Sydney), and J. W. Bates (Boompa).




WALKER, John Curwen (John Curwen WALKER; J. Curwen WALKER; J. C. WALKER)

Musical amateur, amateur choral singer, member and secretary of the Hobart Town Choral Society

Born Cumberland, England, 1811; baptised St. Michael, Workington, 24 December 1811; son of Charles WALKER (d. 1847) and Bridget Christian CURWEN (d. 1859) (m. 1809)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 25 October 1833 (per Lonach, from London, 19 June, "farmer")
Married Anne Louisa SHALLARD, Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 5 February 1842
Died Brighton, VIC, 20 January 1878, aged "68"

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Documentation:

List of passengers, per Lonach, from London, for Hobart, 25 October 1833; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1594363; CUS30/1/1 p307

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1594363 

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. . . Walker John C. / Farmer . . .

"MARRIED", The Courier (11 February 1842), 2

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At Trinity Church, by special license, on Saturday, the 5th instant, by the Rev. Edward Freeman, Mr. J. Curwen Walker, Accountant of the Derwent Bank, to Miss Anne Louisa Stallard, of Brisbane-street.

"MECHANIC'S INSTITUTE", The Observer (5 August 1845), 1

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The announcement of a Lecture, by John Curwen Walker, Esq., on "The general principles and application of Mathematics," drew together on Friday Evening, 25th ult., much larger audience than the nature of the subject led us to anticipate . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (2 February 1847), 4

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HOBART TOWN CHORAL SOCIETY.
THE Hobart Town Choral Society's Eleventh Oratorio will take place on Tuesday Evening, the 9th instant, at the Hall of the Mechanics' Institute.
J. C. WALKER, Secretary. February 2, 1847.

[2 advertisements], Colonial Times (15 June 1847), 2

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Mechanics' Institute.
ON FRIDAY EVENING NEXT, the 18th instant, John Curwen Walker, Esq , will deliver the first of two lectures "On the Advantages of Early Education."
To commence at half-past 7 o'clock precisely.
S. T. HARDINGE, Secretary. Committee Room, June 15,1847.

Hobart Town Choral Society.
THE Hobart Town Choral Society's Twelfth Oratorio will take place at the Hall of the Mechanics' Institute on Tuesday Evening, the 22nd instant, to commence at half-past 7 o'clock precisely.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
Overture.
Recit. -This day a solemn feast.
Chorus. - Awake the trumpet's lofty sound.
Air. - Ye men of Gaza.
Chorus. - Awake the trumpet's lofty sound.
Organ.
Air. - The orphan's prayer.
Chorus. - O first created beams.
Air. - Honour and arms.
Quartetto & Chorus. - Then round about the starry throne.
Air. -
Chorus. - Fixed in his everlasting seat.
PART II.
Overture.
Chorus. - Sanctus Dominus.
Recit. - Rejoice my countrymen.
Air. - Thus saith the Lord.
Chorus. - Sing O ye heavens.
Air. - What though I trace each herb and flower.
Chorus. - When his loud voice.
Organ.
Chorus. - To long posterity we here record.
Air. - In native worth and honoured love.
Chorus. - May all the Host of Heaven.
Quartetto. - Lo my shepherd.
Chorus. - The great Jehovah.
J. C. WALKER, Hon. Sec.
June 15, 1847.

[Advertisement], The Courier (24 November 1847), 1

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HOBART TOWN CHORAL SOCIETY.
under the Patronage of His Excellency Sir W. Thomas Denison, Lieutenant-Governor of V.D. Land.
THE SECOND CONCERT of a series for liquidating the amount due for the purchase of music will take place on
TUESDAY EVENING, November 30, 1847, in the HALL of the MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, Melville-street.
JOHN C. WALKER, Hon. Secretary. November 19.

"CHORAL SOCIETY", The Courier (11 March 1848), 4

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The annual general meeting of the Hobart Town Choral Society was held on Friday week last, in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute. At half-past seven o'clock, Joseph Hone, Esq. was called to the chair, the report of the Committee was brought up, and read by the Secretary, J C. Walker, Esq. This document, before entering into the financial statement, congratulated the members upon the increased progress the society was making in public favour; and referred with satisfaction to the expressions of good-will which had been uttered by His Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor upon the occasions he had been present at the performances. It appeared that the total receipts of the past year amounted to £137 19s. 2d., and the expenditure to £136 12s. 3d: thus there remains only the trifling balance of £1 6s. 11d. The subscription originated by the Rev. Dr. Bedford towards providing a case for the organ had not received much addition, and the Committee urged the desirability of raising the necessary funds, so as to complete the organ before the return of the Lord Bishop of Tasmania. The report was ordered to be printed, with the proceedings of the meeting, the treasurer's audited account, and a list of the members . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier (12 April 1848), 3

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Hobart Town Choral Society.
THE FIFTEENTH ORATORIO of the above Society will take place at the Hall of the
MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, Melville-street, on TUESDAY EVENING, April 18.
PART 1.
Overture - "Judas Maccabaeus" - Handel.
Chorus - "Mourn, ye afflicted people" - Handel.
Air - "O! liberty" - Handel.
Chorus - "O, Father! whose Almighty power" - Handel.
Air - "Arm! arm! ye brave" - Handel.
Chorus - "We come in bright array" - Handel.
Solo - Organ.
Chorus - "Hear us, O Lord" - Handel.
Air - "Come, ever smiling liberty" - Handel.
Trio & Chorus - "Disdainful of danger" - Handel.
Air - "Sound an alarm" - Handel.
Chorus - "We hear the dreadful sound" - Handel.
Duet - "O! lovely peace" - Handel.
Chorus - "Sing unto God" - Handel.
PART 2.
Quartette - Instrumental.
Song - "Hope."
Duet - "The Lord is a man of war" - Handel.
Chorus - "But as for his people" - Handel.
Ode - "The transient and the eternal" - Romburgh . . .
Subscribers are requested to present their tickets (and those who have not received them will please apply to the collector) at the doors on the evening of performance.
Tickets (for non-subscribers) can be obtained at Mr. John Johnston's, Hobart House, Liverpool-street; Mr. H. Cook, Elizabeth-street; and at the Courier, Advertiser, and Colonial Times offices.
Doors open at half-past seven, commence at eight o'clock precisely.
J. C. WALKER, Hon. Sec.

"CHORAL SOCIETY - REPORT", The Courier (2 August 1848), 2

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Although the Committee of the Hobart Town Choral Society, in rendering their report of the proceedings of the Society during the past year, (the fifth since its commencement), are unable to particularise a striking improvement in the state of its finances, they would express their belief that it is steadily progressing in public favour, which is obviously calculated to lead to advancement and permanent stability. Your committee advert with pleasure to the readiness with which the Lieutenant-Governor acceded to their request that he would become the Patron of the Institution, as well as to the interest His Excellency has ever since expressed for its success, and feel certain that the benefit thus conferred on the Society will be duly appreciated. Your committee have recently issued circulars to such persons as they consider likely to take an interest in the Society's welfare, soliciting them to assist by becoming members, and trust that, through this measure, sufficient funds will be raised to remove the present liabilities, and place the Society in a better position for future exertions. Three oratorios and two concerts have been given during the year, which have been most favourably attended: indeed, after one oratorio, His Excellency and Lady Denison requested your Vice-President, Mr. Hone, to express to the committee the gratification they had derived from the performance of the evening. The receipts for the past year have been £137 14s. 6d., and the expenditure £136 12s. 3d., as appears by the audited account of the treasurer. Your committee are happy to state that the cost of the organ has been very nearly liquidated. It is no doubt in your recollection, that in order to procure the cost of a case for this valuable instrument, a list of subscribers for that special purpose was long since opened by the Reverend Dr. Bedford; and as the necessity is very urgent, your committee hope they will be excused for entreating immediate individual attention to the subject. The objects of this Society - the introduction and cultivation of the study and science of Sacred Music are confessedly so excellent and beneficial to society, that your committee continue to look with confidence to increased public support.
J. CURWEN WALKER, Honorary Secretary, Hobart Town Choral Society, 3rd March, 1848.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Denison (governor); William Bedford (clergyman)

[2 advertisements], Colonial Times (29 August 1848), 3

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Hobart Town Choral Society. NOTICE TO PERFORMERS.
A Full Attendance of Performers is requested on Tuesday Evening Next, the 5th of September, at half past 7 o'clock precisely.
J. C. WALKER, Hon Sec. August 29, 1848.

Mechanics' Institution.
ON Friday Evening Next, the 1st of September, John Curwen Walker, Esq., will deliver a Lecture on "The Pursuit of Knowledge, compatible with Habits of Business."
To commence at half-past 7 o'clock precisely.
S. T. HARDINGE, Secretary, Committee Room, August 29, 1848.

[Advertisement], The Courier (4 November 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2967677 

Hobart Town Choral Society.
THE SEVENTEENTH ORATORIO of the above Society will take place at the Hall of the Mechanics' Institute, Melville-street, on TUESDAY EVENING, the 14th November.
J. C. Walker, Hon. Sec.

"DEATHS", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (21 January 1878), 2

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WALKER. - On the 20th January, at his residence, The Priory, Brighton, J. Curwen Walker, aged sixty-eight years. Home papers please copy.

"THE LATE MR. CURWEN WALKER", The Mercury (25 January 1878), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8959300 

We have been informed of the death of Mr. Curwen Walker, which took place at his late residence, Brighton. Mr. Walker, who was 68 years of age, was the eldest son of the late Mr. Charles Walker, of Ashford Court, and grandson of Christian Curwen, of Workington Hall, Cumberland. He came out to Tasmania about the year 1831 [sic] to learn colonial experience, and subsequently was accountant of the Derwent Bank, having resided for a number of years at Derwent Park, New Town.

Probate, John C. Walker, died 20 January 1878; Public Record Office Victoria

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WALKER, Kate (Catherine WALKER; Miss Kate WALKER)

Vocalist

Born ? England, c. 1835
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 22 December 1852 (per City of Lincoln, from Liverpool, 18 August)
Died Collingwood, VIC, 13 July 1853, aged "18"

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Documentation:

"CONCERT", The Argus (5 May 1853), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792275 

The following is the programme for this evening: -
PART I. Overture - Fra Diavolo - Full Band.
Song - Mr. Bancroft.
Violin Solo - Andantino et Rondo Russe - Herr Strebinger.
Sorg - Sweetly o'er my Senses Stealing - Mrs. Testar. (Band accompaniment)
Quadrille - Exposition - Full Band.
Scena - At length I'm Thine, Mrs. Testar.
PART II.
Overture - Der Freischutz - Full Band.
Song - I'm the genius of the Spring - Mrs. Testar.
Piano Solo - Sur Lucia (by desire) - Mr. Buddee.
Song - By the Sad Sea Waves - Miss Kate Walker.
Gallop - Sturm Marsch - Full Band.
Scotch Ballad - Annie Laurie (by desire) - Mrs. Testar.
Finale - God save the Queen.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Bancroft (vocalist); Frederick Strebinger (violin); Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Julius Buddee (pianist, accompanist); Thursday Concerts (series); Mechancis' Institution (Melbourne venue)

MUSIC: By the sad sea waves (Benedict)

"THE WEEKLY CONCERT", The Argus (12 May 1853), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792513 

A most capital programme is presented for this evening, the vocal strength comprising Mrs. Testar, Mrs. Hancork, and Miss Walker, the young lady who made her debut last week; and the instrumental portion of the bill of fare containing Overtures, Waltzes, Polkas, and solos on the Clarionet and Ophicleide.
PART I.
Ovevture - Sargino - (Full Band)
Glee - See the chariot at hand, Mrs. Hancock, Mrs. Testar, Messrs. Hancock and Bancroft.
Solo, Clarionette - All is Lost, (Opera Sonnambula) - Mr. Johnson.
Song - Sweet Bird, (Flute Obligato, Mr. Cooze,) Mrs. Tetstar.
Waltz - Summer Flowers, (first time,) Full Band.
Cavatina - Dove Sono, Mrs. Hancock.
Solo, Ophleleide - Mr. Hartigan.
PART II.
Overture - Nino, or Nebucodonozor - (Full Band.)
Ballad - I saw him on the mountain, Miss Kate Walker.
Duet - As it fell upon a day, Mrs. Hancock and Mrs. Testar.
Quartette - Lo! the early beam of morning, Mrs. Hancock, Mrs. Testar, Messrs. Hancock and Bancroft.
Irish melody - She is far from the land, Mrs. Testar.
Polka - Trumpet - (Full Band.)
German Song - Trab, trab, Mrs. Hancock.
Finale. - God Save the Queen.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Ellen and Edward Hancock (vocalists); Henry Johnson (clarinet, master of the 40th band); William Joseph Cooze (flute); Joseph Hartigan (ophicleide, 40th band); Band of the 40th Regiment (military)

MUSIC: I saw him on the mountain (poerty by James Bird; music by John Barnett, c. 1834)

"DIED", The Argus (14 July 1853), 4

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On the 13th inst., at Collingwood, aged eighteen years, Miss Kate Walker, passenger per City of Lincoln, from Liverpool.




WALKER, William (William WALKER)

Musical amateur, flute player, singer, songwriter, memoirist, lawyer, politician

Born Glasgow, Scotland, 26 February 1828; son of George WALKER (1796-1883) and Elizabeth FERGUSON (1800-1876)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 3 December 1837 (per Portland, from Greenock, 24 July)
Married (1) Mary Cover HASSELL (1829-1858), South Creek, NSW, 29 March 1853
Married (2) Henrietta Medora COOPER, Paddington, NSW, 24 August 1859
Married (3) Jessy WOOD, Windsor, NSW, 20 April 1876
Died Windsor, NSW, 12 June 1908

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Documentation:

Passengers per Portland, Sydney, NSW, from Scotland, 3 December 1837; State Records Authority of NSW

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George Walker / 38 / Teacher // Elizabeth / 36 / His wife //
William / 9 // William [sic] / 3 // George / Infant // Elizabeth / Infant // Helen Ferguson / 19 / servant / [all from Glasgow]

ASSOCIATIONS: Cabin passengers included John Dunmore Lang (Presbyterian cleric), who recruited George Walker to emigrate; the Walkers were among the 310 steerage passengers

"Men We Know. No. 2 - The Hon. W. Walker, M.L.C.", Windsor and Richmond Gazette (14 June 1890), 2

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. . . William Walker was born in Glasgow on 26th February [sic], 1828. He is the son of the late Mr. George Walker, who being educated at Glasgow University and intended for the Presbyterian ministry, decided however to adopt teaching as a profession, and was one of those induced by the late Dr. Lang to accompany him to New South Wales. He arrived with his family in 1837, his son being then nine years of age. They settled at Windsor, where Mr. Walker, sen., opened an academy, and conducted it with signal success for twenty-one years. The subject of this article was educated by his father, and afterwards by the late Reverend Mathew Adam. On the completion of a careful scholastic course he was articled to Mr. Francis Beddick, solicitor, of Windsor, and was subsequently and in due course admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales in August, 1852. He has continued the practice of his profession at Windsor since that time . . .

. . . He was the principal founder of the Windsor School of Arts, and was first President of that institution, for seventeen years being re-elected every year. For eleven years he acted as Hon. Secretary to the Hawkesbury Benevolent Society, and in 1856 wrote and published an historical account of its proceedings and work. It may be noted here that Mr. Walker has also published a volume of poems written in youth, and that he has always taken an interest in colonial and native literature. Amongst his published miscellanies, there is a lecture containing some interesting details about the beginning of literature in the colony, which have a peculiar interest at this distance of time. He has also contributed to the metropolitan press, as well as to the local papers, to a considerable extent. Another of his brochures is entitled "Traditions and Reminiscences of the Hawkesbury District," containing much interesting information about the early history of this district.

"OBITUARY", Windsor and Richmond Gazette (20 June 1908), 12

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One of Windsor's pioneers, the Hon. William Walker, passed away at his residence, The Terrace, Windsor, on Friday morning, 12th inst., at the age of 80 years . . .


Published lectures:

Australian literature: a lecture delivered at the Windsor School of Arts on the evening of Wednesday, the 20th of July, 1864 by William Walker (Sydney: Reading and Wellbank, 1864)

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"Reminiscences - Personal and Political of a 50 Years' Residence at Windsor, on the Hawkesbury", Windsor and Richmond Gazette (13 September 1890), 1

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A LECTURE, Delivered at the Windsor School of Arts, 22nd August, 1890, by WILLIAM WALKER, M.L.C.
I. - PERSONAL AND SOCIAL. (Continued.)

The second regatta took place about Christmas of the following year. In my 17th year at the time, I was placed on the committee, and made my first public speech at one of the meetings. This regatta, which was an improvement on the first, was wound up with a capital ball and supper at Freeman's Australian Hotel, in Fitzgerald-street; the Master of the Ceremonies being the late Mr. William Clark. I had the happiness of being present at the affair, which went off very pleasantly . . .

. . . Speaking of shows, we used sometimes to have those of a diverting character. Circuses were the most frequent - one in particular, Burton's, was very good in that kind of thing. The programme generally wound up with "Dick Turpin's Ride to York" on Bonny Black Bess - her death being the final scene. Then we had tight-rope dancers and mountebanks. One much admired was mastered by Signor Della Casa and some young females, which was held in what is now the yard of the present Bank of New South Wales. There was no School of Arts or other public hall in those days. All public meetings, concerts, and indoor amusements were, by permission of the authorities, held in the Court House. And some very entertaining and amusing affairs took place - though some of them looked like impostures. A fellow calling himself Ali Ben Su Ali, with a small company, gave a concert, and played himself some novel stringed instrument. There did not appear to be anything very wonderful in it, but he was dressed in Turkish fashion, and his costume seemed to attract more notice than his music. He posed as a Mahommedan, but the current belief was that under the cognomen of Ali Ben Su Ali, his real name was Ben Sullivan, and that he was an Irishman. Another concert we had was a really fine one, by the celebrated Hungarian Violinist, Miska Hausa. His performance on the violin was wonderful. I have never forgotten his playing of one piece, "The Bird on the Tree," in which he imitated the chirping of the feathered creatures marvellously . . .

In the days of my early man-hood there were a number of amiable and hospitable families about Windsor - possessed of ample means, which they used with great generosity. I don't see many like them now-a-days. In particular, there were three which I would like to mention. There were the Scarvells, of Killarney, the Hales, of Clifton, and afterwards of Fairfield, and the Fitzgeralds of Windsor. When I was attaining to man's estate I was a frequently-invited guest to parties and social-reunions. My acquaintance with the Scarvells arose from the three eldest sons being my school-fellows at my father's school. They were weekly boarders, going home on Saturdays, returning on Monday mornings, and I was often taken with them to their happy paternal mansion. Mrs. Scarvell was a charming lady and the whole family most agreeable. The little homely parties which we used to have then can never be effaced from my memory. All the boys played the flute and I was an amateur at it myself, and we used to take it in turns to play the quadrilles, waltzes and polkas. Poor fellows they have all gone, and followed their respected parents to early graves. The Hales' were, if anything, more jolly, but it was chiefly whist-playing and music that prevailed at Clifton and Fairfield. Miss Hale was an accomplished pianist and singer. Her future husband, Mr. Wm. McQuade, and myself, used often to join her at the piano with songs. One we used to sing was the "Canadian Boat Song," seldom now heard. It occurred to me whilst riding home one night with Mr. McQuade and hearing St. Matthew's church-bell toll 11 o'clock, that I might make a parody upon it, which I did and we sang it as follow:

Sweetly as tolls St. Matthew's chime,
So sweet we pass our evening time;
Melodious music rings around,
The fields we charm with dulcet sound.
Ride, brothers ride - the hours fly fast,
The road is drear - the moonlight's past.

Soon as our horses pass the hill
The breeze is bushed; and all is still;
We sing our weary homeward song,
And echo tills the vales along.
Ride, brothers ride, &c.

We leave glad scenes and faces dear,
To brave the night, so dark and drear;
The stars alone upon us shine,
And thus we pass our evening time.
Ride, brothers ride, &c.

Mr. and Mrs. Hale were the most hospitable people I ever knew. They made a practice of inviting all the friends that they met at the Windsor races - on a race meeting - to dine with them at Clifton or Fairfield. They also had a good lunch or pic-nic on the ground during the day. I was always welcome to these, and, full of youthful spirits, I enjoyed them greatly, and at them I met with many gentlemen of social and political position whose acquaintance I found of value in after life. The Fitzgeralds were more formal. They gave several grand balls, and at one of these I met the young lady whom I made my first partner in life, so that I had occasion to remember with gratitude their attentions to me. It was after one of these delightful gatherings that I was inspired to write the following lines which were afterwards set to music by the late Isaac Nathan, the composer of Byron's Hebrew Melodies, and an opera called "Don John of Austria":

'Tis sad to leave those scenes of joy
Where mirth and music's glee
Pervade each heart and smiling face
And all is melody.
'Tis sad to think of by-gone hours
When happy we have been,
But which in time's unwearied flight
Will never more be seen.

'Tis sad to say farewell to those
Dear friends whose converse sweet
Has brightened gloomy nights' long hours
And welcomed us to meet;
But sadder far, it is to part
From those we dearest love,
Oh I such a rending of the heart
Ascends to heaven above.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Clark (dancing master); Henry Burton (circus proprietor, 1850s); Luigi Dalle Case (circus proprietor, early 1840s); Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (musician); Miska Hauser (violinist); Scarvell brothers (flute players); Amelia Ann Hale (Mrs. William McQuade); St. Matthew's church (Windsor); Isaac Nathan (composer)

MUSICAL CONCORDANCE: A Canadian boat song [Faintly as tolls the evening chime] (arr. Thomas Moore)

Reminiscences (personal, social and political) of a fifty years' residence at Windsor, on the Hawkesbury: a lecture . . . by William Walker (Sydney: Turner and Henderson, 1890)

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[9]. . . But we had at the same time a pleasant establishment in town, namely one of Her Majesty's regiments of the line - the gallant 80th, or Staffordshire. They were a splendid set of men, finely officered, from the colonel downwards, and they had a magnificent band. The bandmaster was the late Samuel Edgerton, a gentleman who eventually left the regiment, and spent the remainder of his life in Windsor, becoming Captain of the Windsor Volunteers, and dying at an advanced age universally respected . . . The band was the finest military one that ever came to the colony. The bandmaster led with the clarionet, and a very stately fellow played the cornet to perfection. My young patriotic blood used to warm up when I heard them play in grand style when marching through George-street that favourite air "The Blue Bells of Scotland." There were a good many blacks down the Hawkesbury then, and I remember the officers on one occasion getting up a corroboree in Thompson's Square . . . I never saw a corroboree before, and have never seen one since. I will not attempt to describe it - such a thing could not be conceived in the present day. The 80th left Windsor after a year or two, and were succeeded by another regiment, but I never could fancy it, after the former. They departed from Windsor one moonlight night, having to walk all the way to Parramatta. They marched out of town over the South Creek Bridge towards McGrath's Hill playing that exhilarating and lively tune, "The Girl I Left Behind Me," - the echoes of which still haunt me. There were many wet eyes that night amongst "the girls," and I can only say for myself, young as I was, that I felt the departure of these fine fellows from amongst us very much. When the regiment left the colony, Mr. Edgerton, the bandmaster, took up his abode in the old Peninsula Farm Cottage, overlooking the Peninsula Estate, where the reviews of the troops had occasionally taken place before the General, Sir Maurice O'Connell . . .

[10] . . . The Wesleyans also had a temporary place until they built a suitable chapel in Macquarie-street. The minister was the late Rev. John Schofield. I used frequently to attend the missionary meetings held annually. There were no American organs in those days, and the music was led by a clarionet player and a bass viol, the latter being played by the late Mr. Samuel Marsden, of Macquarie-street . . . In the Church of England for some years prior to and after we came to Windsor, the music was led by a portion of the military band. The Presbyterians, to whom our family belonged, only held service then in the afternoon at the Court House, kindly lent by the Police Magistrate, but my father generally sent me to the Church of England in the forenoon. The soldiers and band marched to and from the church. I thought it was grand to hear some of the splendid band of the 80th play in the church - in particular, I admired that fine old lyric, the Morning Hymn, regularly gone through at the commencement of the service:

Awake my soul, and with the sun
Thy daily stage of duty run;
Shake off dull sloth, and joyful rise
To pay thy morning sacrifice,

the whole congregation standing, and joining in the sweet melody. I recollect the present organ being afterwards erected, and which has for so many years [11] well sustained the musical portion of the services. The Presbyterians had no church for a number of years after our arrival in Windsor . . . There was no instrument used, and my father led the singing at Windsor for a length of time . . .

"PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 December 1890), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13776588 

Reminiscences (Personal, Social, and Political) . . . is the title of a pamphlet reprinting a lecture delivered at the Windsor School of Arts in August last by William Walker, M.L.C. . . .

See also, "HISTORIC HAWKESBURY", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (14 December 1910), 42

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article164288831 

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Edgerton (musician); Band of the 80th Regiment (military); Samuel Marsden (amateur musician)


Other sources:

William Walker, papers, 1851-1902; State Library of New South Wales

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/94RxoaK1 


Bibliography and resources:

Vernon Crew, "Walker, William (1828-1908)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1976)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/walker-william-4790 

William Walker, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/167671286/william-walker 




WALKER, Christopher (Christopher WALKER)

Musician, bandsman, band sergeant, Band of the 4th Regiment

Born Ripon, Yorkshire, England, 1785; baptised Ripon cathedral, 24 April 1785; son of Christopher WALKER
Enlisted (4th Regiment), Harwich, Essex, England, 7 May 1810 (aged "25")
Married Sophia ?, by 1827
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 27 August 1832 (per Clyde, from Deptford, 14 April, Portsmouth, 9 May)
Departed Sydney, NSW, after December 1835
Discharged England, 11 October 1836
Died Ripon, Yorkshire, England, 1 June 1855, aged "70"

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALKER-Christopher-4th-regiment (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 4th Regiment (military)

WALKER, William (William WALKER)

Drum major, drummer, 4th Regiment

Born Ripon, Yorkshire, England, c. 1789 ( ? brother or cousin of the above)
Enlisted Stilton, Hungingtonshire, England, 3 April 1809 (aged "20")
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 16 November 1832 (guard per convict transport Parmelia, from England, 29 July)
Departed Sydney, NSW, after May 1837
Discharged England, 11 October 1837

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALKER-William-4th-regiment (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Baptisms, Ripon Cathedral, 1785; register 1759-98, page 159; North Riding Record Office, Scarborough, Yorkshire, PR/RI 1/10

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1933562:62228 (PAYWALL)

[1785] April / 24 / Christopher Son of Chist'r Walker - Ripon

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot, from 1 April to 30 June 1833; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/2215

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642471806 (DIGITISED)

Drum Major as Serjeant / 15 / Walker Wm. / . . .

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642471488 (DIGITISED)

Serjeants . . . 20 / Walker Chris. / Band

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642469570 (DIGITISED)

Privates . . . 969 / Coleman Geo / Band Master . . .

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot, from 1 January to 31 March 1834; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/2215

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642424211 (DIGITISED)

Serjeants . . . 969 / Coleman Geo / Band Master / from Private 30th Nov'r 1833 . . .
20 / Walker Christ'r / Band / To private 29th November 1833 . . .

NOTE: It had been an anomaly that George Coleman was already acting as bandmaster while still a private; this was rectified when Walker was nominally reduced to private on 29 November 1833, and Coleman promoted to sergeant on 30 November

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot, from 1 April to 30 June 1834; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/2215

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642403862 (DIGITISED)

Serjeants . . . 969 / Coleman Geo / Band Master / . . .

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642403533 (DIGITISED)

Serjeants . . . 20 / Walker Christ'r . . .

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot, from 1 July to 30 September 1834; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/2215

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642382455 (DIGITISED)

Serjeants . . . 20 / Walker Christ'r . . . Band

Discharge, 4th Regiment, sergeant Christopher Walker, 1835; UK National Archives, WO97/267/16

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record/browse?id=GBM/WO97/0267/016/001 (PAYWALL)

4th or King's Own Reg't / . . . No. 20, Christopher Walker
BORN in the Parish of Ripon . . . in the County of York, by Trade a Labourer
ATTESTED for the 4th Regiment of Foot at Harwich in the County of Essex on the 7th May 1810 at the age of Twenty Five . . .
4th Foot / Private / 7th May 1810
Private / 1st January 1829
Promoted Corporal / 25th Novem'r 1830
Serjeant / 11th Decem'r 1830 / [to] 31st Decem'r 1835 . . .
INDIES West - 5th April 1819 to 16th March 1826 . . .
Total Service up to 31st December 1835 / 31 years 47 days . . .
Further Service from 1st Jan'y 1836 until 11 Oct. 1836 when finally discharged - 285 days . . .
SERVED 4 Years in the Penisular, One Year in South America, 3 years in France, 6 years 346 days in the West Indies, 7 months in Portugal and 3 years and 4 months in New South Wales, and was present at the Battles of Bajadoz, Salamancas, Vittoria, Saint Sebastian, Villa Muriel, Nive, Bladensburg, New Orleans, and Waterloo.
DISBAILITY . . . contracted in and by the service . . .
CHARACTER . . . very good soldier and bears an excellent character . . .
[N.B. Signed by Walker with his mark]

Discharge, 4th Regiment, sergeant William Walker, 1837; UK National Archives, WO97/267/20

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record/browse?id=GBM/WO97/0267/020/001 (PAYWALL)

4th or King's Own Reg't / . . . No. 15, William Walker, Drum Major
BORN in the Parish of Ripon . . . in the County of York, by Trade a Labourer
ATTESTED for the 4th Regiment of Foot at Stilton in the County of Huntington on the 3rd April 1809, at the age of twenty . . .
4th Foot / Drummer / 3rd April 1809
Private / 25th Nov'r 1819
Drummer / 14th May 1820
Drummer / 1st July 1829
Drum Major as Serjeant / 20th Sept'r 1831 / [to] 31st May 1837 . . .
INDIES West / 5th April 1819 / 16 March 1826 . . .
Total Service up to the 31st May 1837 / 33 years 232 days . . .
Further service from 1st June 1837 to the 11 Oct'r 1837 when finally discharged - 133 days . . .
DISABILITY . . . I certify that Drum Major William Walker of the 4th Regiment has been laboring under Chronic Nephritis, and general debility from long service in warm climates . . .
CHARACTER . . . good & efficient soldier . . .
[N.B. Signed by Walker with his mark]

England census, 6 June 1841, Ripon, Yorkshire; UK National Archives, HO107/1352/5/5/6/4

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/WRYHO107_1350_1352-0514?pId=14992179 (PAYWALL)

St. Mary's Gate / Christopher Walker / 50 / Army R[etired] / [born in county]
Sophia [Walker] / 45 / [born in France]
Ann [Walker] / 14 / [not born in county]

England census, 30 March 1851, Ripon, Yorkshire; UK National Archives, HO107/2281/258/5

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/YRKHO107_2281_2281-0497?pId=13840930 (PAYWALL)

St. Mary Gate / Christopher Walker / Head / Mar. / 66 / Labourer / [born] Ripon Yorks
Sophia Walker / Wife / Mar. / 58 / - / [born] France British Subject
Thomas Goodman / Son in Law / Mar. / 21 / Labourer // Ann Goodman / Daur. / Mar. / 24 / - / [born] Cumberland Fort
Mary Sophia Goodman / G. Daur. / 2 months . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Leeds, Yorkshire; UK National Archives, HO107/2319/385/34

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/12414424:8860 (PAYWALL)

6 Kendale Building / William Walker / Head / Mar. / Pensioner from the 4th Reg't Foot / [born] [Yorkshire] Ripon . . . [and 2 lodgers but wife not listed]

"MILITARY FUNERAL", York Herald (9 June 1855), 6

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000499/18550609/036/0006 (PAYWALL)

The remains of Christopher Walker, a member of the Yorkshire Hussar band, who died the 1st inst., aged 70, were buried, with military honours, at Ripon Cathedral, on Tuesday last. The Ripon squadron of Yorkshire Hussar Yeomanry, with the band, attended on the occasion, together with all the pensioners in Ripon and the vicinity. The deceased entered, at early age, into the 3rd West York Militia, then stationed at Doncaster, from which, after having served some time, he volunteered into the 4th Regiment of Foot (King's Own), and for many years held the rank of sergeant, and was present at the following battles and sieges, viz., Nive, St. Sebastian, Vittoria, Salamanca, and Badajoz, and was presented with medals for the same, afterwards a medal for Waterloo, also another for long service and good conduct, when he was discharged with pension for 32 years' servitude. During the past sixteen years he served in the military band of the Yorkshire Hussars, and was much respected for his soldier-like conduct and the efficient manner in which he performed his duties. It is calculated there were from 3,000 to 4,000 present at the funeral.




WALLACE FAMILY
WALLACE, Spencer (senior) see main entry Spencer WALLACE
WALLACE, William Vincent see main entry William Vincent WALLACE
WALLACE, Eliza (Mrs. John BUSHELLE) see main entry Eliza BUSHELLE
WALLACE, Spencer Wellington see main entry Spencer Wellington WALLACE
WALLACE, Isabella (Isabella KELLY; Mrs. William Vincent WALLACE) see main entry Isabella WALLACE
WALLACE, Caroline (Caroline GREEN; Mrs. S. W. WALLACE; "Mrs. Richard BATTERS") see main entry Caroline WALLACE



WALLACE, John Altson (John Alston WALLACE; J. A. WALLACE)

Entrepreneur, theatre and concert room proprietor, hotel owner, politician

Born Rutherglen, Lanarkshire, Scotland, 15 December 1824; son of James WALLACE and Jean MILLER
Married (1) Jane STEEL (d. 9 July 1851), Rutherglen, Lanarkshire, Scotland, 24 February 1851
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 1852 (per Southampton)
Married (2) Theresa MONAHAN (d. 1882), VIC, 1865
Married (3) Ada Rona REID, VIC, 11 September 1895
Died Elsternwick, VIC, 17 October 1901

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Alston+Wallace+1824-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1463201 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALLACE-John-Alston (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (23 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113236807 

"LOCAL INTELLIGENCE . . . THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", Wagga Wagga Express and Murrumbidgee District Advertiser [NSW] (5 March 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article105997504 

This family returned to this town on Tuesday last, after a very successful tour in Australia. We are told they were under the banners of the enterprising Mr. Wallace, who has the Star Theatre, Beechworth, a large Concert Room at the Indigo, and another at a town called the Nine Mile, where their services were required . . . Since their departure from this town they have added to their company, two artists of talent, Mr. A. J. King [sic], Pianist, and Mr. J. B Coleman, brother of the celebrated author of "Masks and Faces." This latter gentleman appears to be a very talented young man . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Buckingham and family (musicians, performers); Barned Jullien Coleman (actor); Alfred Edward King (pianist)

"SUCCESSFUL COLONISTS. JOHN ALSTON WALLACE. FROM THE MELBOURNE WEEKLY LEADER", Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (16 April 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196857928 

. . . In 1855 he purchased Neuber's hotel, at that time known as the Beechworth Hotel, at Beechworth, and the assembly-room adjoining, and at a cost of £7000 built large additions. The premises were subsequently known as the Star Hotel and the Star Theatre, and were afterwards sold to Messrs. Robertson and Quirk for £9000 . . .

"SUCCESSFUL COLONISTS. JOHN ALSTON WALLACE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (20 April 1872), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196857348 

. . . In 1855, Mr. Wallace extended his operations, by purchasing the Beechworth Hotel from Mr. Neuber. Scarcely was the purchase completed, ere he commenced to build and enlarge, the building ultimately developing itself into the Star Hotel and Theatre - places which occupy a memorable position in the annals of Beechworth. What with the amount paid to Mr. Neuber, and the cost of making the requisite alterations and improvements, Mr. Wallace laid out considerably over £7000 in his new venture; but the trade done was something tremendous - a "modest quencher" being charged for at the rate of 1s 6d. Two years afterwards, in 1857, Mr. Wallace disposed of the Star Hotel and Theatre for the sum of £9000; the house, however, did not long remain in the possession of these parties, but speedily returned into Mr. Wallace's hands . . .




WALLACE, Maria (? Maria FITZGERALD; Maria WALLACE; in Melbourne, Miss FITZGERALD; in Adelaide, Mrs. WALLACE)

Soprano, mezzo-soprano vocalist

Born c. 1825
Active Adelaide, SA, by April 1855
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, April 1855 (per White Swan, from Adelaide, 11 April, aged "30")
Active Adelaide, SA, until c. 1866
? Died Adelaide, SA, 22 July 1893, aged "68"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Maria+Wallace+vocalist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALLACE-Maria (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (6 April 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207023421 

AMUSEMENTS. MRS. MITCHELL'S CONCERT . . .
at the Theatre Royal, MONDAY EVENING, 9th April.
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Song - "Mary of the Vale," Mrs. Wallace, pupil of Mrs. Mitchell . . .
PART II . . . Song - "Up to the Forest hie," Mrs. Wallace . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Madeline Forbes Mitchell (vocalist)

MUSIC: Sweet Mary of the vale (E. Ransford), ? words only; Up to the forest hie (John Barnett), words only

"MRS. MITCHELL'S CONCERT", South Australian Register (10 April 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49306003

There was a full and fashionable attendance in the dress circle at the theatre last evening, and the performances realized the most sanguine expectations of the admirers of Mrs. Mitchell. Unlike the former occasion, that lady was, if not in good health, at least in good voice . . . Mrs. Wallace, a pupil of Mrs. Mitchell's, was also well received; she possesses a sweet voice, and a charming manner, and well deserved the applause and encores with which her efforts were rewarded . . .

"VICTORIA THEATRE", Adelaide Times (10 April 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207026098 

A somewhat large and highly-respectable audience assembled yesterday evening, in anticipation of the musical entertainment which had been advertised to take place in the shape of a concert, under the direction, and including the performance, of Mrs. Mitchell, whose previous concerts had given much satisfaction to the public . . . Mrs. Wallace, a pupil of Mrs. Mitchell's, acquitted herself admirably in the song "Up to the Forest Hie" . . .

Melbourne, VIC (April 1855 to April 1856):

List of passengers, per White Swan, from Adelaide, 11 April 1855, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/6D097BC5-FA01-11E9-AE98-CFBD95B25D20?image=23 (DIGITISED)

. . . Maria Wallace / 30 . . .

"THEATRE ROYAL", The Argus (16 April 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4806788 

The concert room of the embryo Theatre Royal was crowded on Saturday night. The orchestra at this establishment is very efficient . . . Mrs. D'Alton was the only vocalist on the occasion . . . Miss Louisa Swannell, a great favorite here, is expected to make her reappearance this evening. A Miss Fitzgerald, of whom we at present know nothing, is also spoken of as likely to appear at this establishment.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. D'Alton (vocalist); Louisa Swannell (vocalist); Theatre Royal (Melbourne venue, then still under construction)

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 April 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4807048 

CONCERT HALL, THEATRE ROYAL. PROMENADE CONCERT. Miss Fitzgerald is engaged, and will make her first appearance this evening,
Miss Swannell and Mrs. D'Alton are also engaged. Conductor, Mr. Callen.
Part I . . . Song - Up to the Hills; Miss Fitzgerald - Barnett . . .
Part 2 . . . Ballad - Sweet Mary of the Vale, Miss Fitzgerald - Ransford . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Douglas Callen (conductor, musical director)

"CONCERT HALL", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (23 April 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4807117 

Herr Veit Rahm, the popular performer on the Zither, has been engaged at this establishment. A Miss Fitzgerald made her debut on Saturday, and met with a favorable reception, although evidently suffering from extreme nervousness. Terms have been offered to M. Coulon, but it is doubtful whether he will accept them. Mrs. D'Alton and Miss Louisa Swannell are pursuing a most successful career, both ladies being nightly encored. Mr. Callen's new quadrille, "Le Jardin Botanique," is a sparkling composition, and has been arranged in a musician-like manner.

ASSOCIATIONS: Veit Rahm (musician, vocalist); Emile Coulon (voalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 July 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4812084 

KILMORE. - Grand Concert given by Herr Veit Rahm, the Celebrated Tyrolese Singer, Miss Fitzgerald, Mr. G. Hamilton, on Saturday, the 21st, and Monday, the 23rd July.

[Advertisement], The Argus (9 August 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4814680 

SATURDAY EVENING GRAND CONCERTS. By Special Permission of his Excellency the Governor,
JAMES ELLIS, Late of Cremorne Gardens . . . begs to announce that . . . he will open
ASTLEY'S AMPHITHEATRE, On Saturday Evening next, For a short series of GRAND WEEKLY CONCERTS, On the same scale of splendor and completeness
as the celebrated Wednesday Evening Concerts of Exeter Hall, London.
Grand Band of Thirty Performers, Conductor: Mr. Callen.
Vocalists: Mrs. Testar; Mrs. Creed Royal; Mrs. Rickards; Miss A. Fitzgerald [sic]; Mons. Barre; AND Mr. Johnson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Mary Sayer Royal (vocalist); Anthony Barre (vocalist); James Ellis (proprietor); Astley's Amphitheatre (Melbourne venue)

"MOUNT BLACKWOOD (FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT) 22nd October, 1855", The Age (25 October 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154868261 

We have plenty of amusements now at Blackwood. I may mention the splendid Concert Room belonging to the Golden Point Hotel, where Miss Fitzgerald, and Mr. Sawkins, a very clever composer of national songs, nightly delight the public of Blackwood.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 February 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4830415 

MISS FITZGERALD, the charming vocalist, will Sing at Williams's Benefit to-night. Be in time.
DON'T Forget Charley Williams's Benefit, at the Queen's Arms, Emerald Hill, tonight.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charley Williams (entertainer)

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 March 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4832275 

IMMENSE ATTRACTION, National Hotel, Bourke-street. Engagement of Mr. J. W. Morgan, the celebrated Basso.
NATIONAL MUSIC HALL, Bourke-street. - Engagement of Miss Fitzgerald, the admired Soprano, with a Talented Company.

ASSOCIATIONS: J. W. Morgan (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (15 March 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4833150 

NATIONAL MUSIC HALL, Bourke-street. Grand Concert Every Evening in the above well-known and splendid Saloon. The following artistes will appear: - Miss Fitzgerald and Messrs. Bardini, Macdonald, Morgan, and Cassidy; Pianist, Mr. Piper. Proprietor, Mr. Hutchinson.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward John Piper (pianist); William Hutchinson (proprietor)

"UNGALANT BEHAVIOUR", The Age (29 March 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154860287 

Miss [sic] Maria Wallace, a professional vocalist, appeared at the City Court on Friday, to substantiate a charge against a hackney-carriage driver for misconduct. The prosecutrix, it appeared, was about to proceed by the Burra Burra, steamer, for Adelaide, in order to fulfil a professional engagement. Having very little time to spare she was anxious to get away from Melbourne with her luggage, and was tempted by an offer from a hackney-carriage driver named Seabrook, who undertook to drive her at once to the pier, and thus save her the trouble and expense of porterage. On arriving at the railway station he pulled up and refused to proceed further, and on her remonstrating with him, he addressed her in very improper terms. Thus dishonorably left in the lurch, the unfortunate lady was obliged to hire a dray to bring her luggage back to Melbourne, she having lost her passage by the unmanly conduct of the cab-driver. The Mayor, who happened to be presiding magistrate, strongly reprobated the conduct of Seabrook, who by his selfish behaviour had not only lost the lady her passage, but jeopardized her engagement in Adelaide, and subjected her to very considerable annoyance and expense. He adjudged him to pay one shilling fine for misconduct, and five pounds costs.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Thomas Smith (mayor of Melbourne)

"CAUTION TO HACKNEY CARRIAGE DRIVERS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (1 April 1856), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4834444 

A man named Seabrook, the driver of a light conveyance, was summoned at the City Court on Friday to answer the complaint of Maria Wallace for misconduct as a licensed driver. The complainant stated that she was a professional singer, and had made a special engagement to go to Adelaide by the Burra Burra steamer on her last trip. She engaged the defendant's vehicle to convey her to Sandridge. He specially agreed to take her and her luggage to the Railway Pier. Instead of doing this, the defendant wished to drop her at the sand short of the platform, where she could get no person to take her luggage over. The defendant became very abusive, and by his neglect she had lost her passage by the steamer, and consequently could not keep her engagement. The defendant pleaded that he went as near as he could to the platform, but the Bench found him guilty of misconduct as a driver of a licensed vehicle, and inflicted a penalty of 1s., with £5 costs; the costs to go to the complainant as a recompense for her loss of time.

Adelaide, SA (April to November 1856):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", Adelaide Observer (5 April 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161257944 

Tuesday, April 2 - The steamer Havilah, 337 tons, Lowrie, master, from Melbourne March 30 . . . Passengers - Mrs. Wallace . . . in the cabin, and 35 in the steerage.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (8 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49750445 

NOTICE - PANTHEON ASSEMBLY ROOMS. - TO-NIGHT. -
First Appearance of Mrs. WALLACE, the celebrated Vocalist, since her return from Melbourne and the neighbouring colonies.
A VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, supported by several of the leading Instrumentalists in the colony, who have kindly proffered their valuable services on this occasion. Front seats, 2s.; back, 1s.

"PANTHEON ASSEMBLY ROOMS", South Australian Register (9 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49752331 

Mr. Watts has for several weeks past been giving, at the Pantheon, a series of musical entertainments, which appear to be increasing in public estimation. Yesterday evening Mrs. Wallace made her first appearance, and was extremely well received, every song allotted to her in the programme being warmly encored. Miss Gould also was honoured with frequent and well-deserved plaudits. The evening's entertainments were varied by the introduction of several comic songs by gentlemen amateurs. Mr. Chapman's effective band was also in attendance. Those who have a few shillings to spare and a few hours of leisure will find much to amuse, and nothing to offend the most fastidious, at this place of public entertainment.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Watts (musician, manager); Anna Gould (vocalist); William Chapman (musician); James Watts (proprietor)

"PANTHEON", Adelaide Times (9 April 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207091029 

Another of Mr. Watts's periodical concerts came off yesterday evening, on which occasion a full band was in attendance, varying the interval from the several songs by vigorous and combined performances. Mrs. Wallace sang there for the first time, with much success, as she received two encores. Miss Gould was not in good voice, yet met with a fair share of applause. Messrs. Rice, Latimer, and Jones contributed, in their respective departments, to the amusement of the evening.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (11 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49753174 

PANTHEON ASSEMBLY ROOMS. -
GRAND VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, THIS EVENING, Friday, the 19th instant.
Second Appearance of Mrs. WALLACE, supported by the following talented artistes:
Miss GOULD, and Messrs. RICE, LATIMORE, and BASTARD . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Bastard (vocalist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49752250 

PANTHEON ASSEMBLY ROOMS. - CONCERTS on Tuesday and Thursday next. Re-engagement of Mrs. Wallace . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (24 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207091454 

PANTHEON ASSEMBLY ROOMS. A VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, THIS EVENING, on which occasion MRS. WALLACE will sing some of her celebrated Songs in character . . .

"PORT THEATRE", Adelaide Times (2 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207091666 

This place of amusement was on Wednesday evening graced by a respectable audience, who had assembled to enjoy a musical treat advertised by Mr. Watts, and which proved rather an agreeable change from the usual monotony of the Port evenings. It would be needless to recapitulate the programme, which was tolerably well selected, although Mr. Bastard exhibited very bad taste in one or two songs on being encored, and it is to be hoped he will employ a little more discretion in future. Mrs. Wallace and Miss Gould sung well, and were deservedly encored on several occasions. Mr. Lattimore would certainly appear much better in a comic song than in "The Standard of England," as his gestures were very closely bordering on the ridiculous. The duetto by Messrs. Chapman and McCullagh on the cornets-a-piston was very good, and, from the applause it received, was duly appreciated. Mr. Watts deserves credit and patronage for his endeavours to cater for the Port, and there is no doubt but what one or two such entertainments every month would meet with support. An improvement has been made by Mr. Cave, the lessee, on the previous arrangements, by having a refreshment room allotted to ladies on a level with the boxes, which he is determined to keep as select as possible.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert McCullagh (cornet)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (27 June 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49751403 

PUBLIC OPENING of WHITE'S CONCERT and ASSEMBLY ROOMS, King William-street.
MADAME. C. CAILLY Has the honour to announce to her friends and the public at large, that she will give a
GRAND VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, On MONDAY EVENING, June 30th, 1856,
Under the patronage of the Deputy Provincial Grand Master and the various Lodges of Freemasons . . .
The CHORAL SOCIETY have kindly offered their efficient assistance, including the Vocal and Instrumental departments.
MR. DANIEL, HERR LINGER, MISS ROWE, MISS CHALKER,
MRS. WALLACE, and HERR KUNZE have kindly volunteered their services.
Admission 5s.; reserved seats, 7s. 6d.; children under 12, half price.

ASSOCIATIONS: Clarisse Cailly (vocalist); Josiah Wyke Daniel (vocalist); Carl Linger (pianist); Louisa Jane Rowe (vocalist, pianist); Marie Chalker (vocalist); Carl Julius Kunze (pianist); Adelaide Choral Society (organisation)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", South Australian Register (28 August 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49761127 

"Rob Roy" is universally acknowledged to be a most difficult play for any manager to bring out; and it is no small feather in the cap of Mr. Poole to have produced it so successfully as he did last evening. He had the advantage of his wife's acting in Helen Macgregor - a part which, though rather brief, affords ample scope for talent. It is hardly necessary to say that this character was well performed. Mrs. Wallace made a pleasing Diana Vernon, and Miss Vincent (a novice) a most pretty Mattie. Warner acted Rob Roy with spirit and judgment. The great man of the evening was Mungall, who played Nicol Jarvie with the ease and truth which appertain only to a perfect artist . . . The music and dancing were managed very creditably . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and Amelia Poole (actors, manager); John Mungall (comedian)

"ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY", South Australian Register (3 October 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49758941

. . . With such a conductor as Herr Linger, and such a leader as Mr. Chapman, the Society can scarcely fail to secure extensive patronage . . . at the concert given last evening at Neales's Exchange . . . The principal solo singers were Madame Cranz, Mrs. Wallace, and Miss Petman . . . Mrs. Wallace was evidently nervous in her first song, "On the banks of Guadalquivir;" but she made full amends by the very pleasing and spirited manner in which she gave "Dermot Asthore." Her rendering of this sterling composition elicited an enthusiastic encore. On her reappearance she gave the cheerful ballad, "I breathe my native air again," which was also warmly applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mathilde Cranz (vocalist); Mary Ann Pettman (vocalist)

MUSIC: On the banks of Guadalquiver (by Lewis Henry Lavenu, from Loretta); Dermot Astore (Crouch)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", South Australian Register (24 October 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49754854

Mungall, that favourite of Momus, took his benefit on Thursday evening, when the house was crowded from pit to ceiling . . . The performance on Thursday evening commenced with the second and third acts of that sterling English opera "Guy Mannering" . . . The portion of the opera selected was exceedingly well played, and the music well and tastefully executed. Mungall's Dandie Dinmont was what every one expected - not merely a clever, but a truthful impersonation of the study Scot. Mrs. Poole's Meg Merilies was quite np to her most effective performances, and Mr. Warner earned and gained fresh histrionic laurels for capital conception, make up, and representation of Dominie Sampson . . . Mrs. Wallace gave great satisfaction in her song, "Slumber, my darling," and was pleasing, although not quite so effective, in "Auld Robin Gray" . . .

MUSIC: Oh! slumber my darling (Hewitt) from Guy Mannering; Auld Robin Gray (traditional)

Melbourne, VIC (November 1856 to 1857):

[Advertisement], The Age (7 November 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154871147 

NATIONAL MUSIC HALL, Bourke-street east. Engagement of Mrs. Wallace (late Miss Fitzgerald) the much admired Soprano.

[Advertisement], The Argus (18 November 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7140178 

NATIONAL HOTEL MUSIC HALL . . .
Open Every Evening, supported by the following favourite artists:
MRS. WALLACE, (Late Miss Fitzgerald), Mr. POWER, MR. BENJAMIN, Mr. FELIX RAMEAUY,
MR. PIPER Pianist and Musical Director.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Pierce Power (vocalist)

"MUSIC AND THE DRAMA", The Age (29 December 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154869749 

. . . It is gratifying to be able to state that the evening concert, held at the National and City Hotels, in Bourke street, are unexceptionably conducted, and at the present moment possess vocal and instrumental talent of high order. At the former place the proprietor has engaged the services of Mrs. Wallace, an exceedingly pleasing soprano, Mr. Ellis an excellent comic singer, and Messrs. Benjamin and Kitts, whose fine tenor and bass voices render them a great acquisition . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Ellis (vocalist); James Edward Kitts (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (30 April 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7148826 

GEELONG MUSIC HALL, Sir Charles Hotham Hotel. - Miss FITZGERALD, the celebrated Irish Ballad Singer, will appear nightly.
. . . Mr. NEWMAN, the unrivalled Comic Singer, will open his Budget of Comicalities.
. . . Miss SUNDERLAND in some of her favourite sentimental songs . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Newman (vocalist)

[Advertisements], The Argus (25 April 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7148556 

GEELONG MUSIC HALL, Sir Charles Hotham Hotel. -
Miss FITZGERALD, the celebrated Irish Ballad Singer, will appear nightly . . .
Mr. NEWMAN, the unrivalled Comic Singer . . . Miss SUNDERLAND In favourite sentimental songs . . . Mr. WILLIAMS . . . in his Shakspearian comicalities . . . Mons. Greno, Violinist. Master Bush, the Colonial Wonder, Pianist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Giovanni Grenno (violinist); James Bush (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Age (15 May 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154821719 

NATIONAL HOTEL MUSIC HALL, Bourke street, east. - Miss Fitzgerald, the, admired vocalist, will appear every evening.
. . . Mr. Houston, the unrivalled comic vocalist, every evening.
. . . Mr. Taylor, the admired tenor, every evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Houston (vocalist); John Taylor (vocalist)

Adelaide, SA (by 1858 to 1866):

"MRS. PAINE'S CONCERT", Adelaide Times (19 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207159458 

This concert commenced under most inauspicious circumstances, inasmuch that the storm was quite a double dose of the previous evening. We noticed the early arrival of Lady Macdonnell, and then followed such an influx of visitors that the few collected were taken by surprise . . . Mrs. Paine was rapturously encored in that beautiful ballad "Kathleen Mavourneen" . . . Mrs. Paine's exertions must have been indefatigable for all pieces to give so much satisfaction. Mrs. Wallace, a lady well known on previous occasions, was also well received . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Rooke Paine (musician, vocalist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (28 April 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49775779 

WHITE'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS. - On WEDNESDAY EVENING, April 28.
MADAME CARANDINI, MONS. LAGLAISE, SIGNOR GROSSI, MR. LAVENU,
Will give Bellini's Grand Opera, in Three Acts, entitled
LA SONNAMBULA; Or, The Village Phantom.
Amina - Mdme. Carandini
Lisa - Mrs. Wallace.
Elvino - Mons. Laglaise.
Count Rodolpho - Signor Grossi . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Jean-Baptiste Laglaise (vocalist); Enrico Grossi (vocalist); Lewis Henry Lavenu (musical director); White's Rooms (Adelaide venue)

"SIGNOR CUTOLO'S CONCERT AT GLENELG", South Australian Register (11 March 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49902464

On Thursday evening Signor Cutolo gave the first of his series of farewell concerts at the Town Hall, Glenelg, in presence of a very large and fashionable company. The Signor was assisted by Mrs. Wallace, and the concert went off with the most perfect success . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Cesare Cutolo (pianist)

[News], The South Australian Advertiser (1 November 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31843135 

Mr. H. J. Hall, the polyphonist, took his benefit at White's Rooms on Monday evening, October 31, united by Mrs. Wallace, who sang some favourite songs, and Mr. Schrader, who played a brilliant solo on the cornet . . . Probably on account of the sultry evening and the thinness of the audience, the evening's entertainments did not go off very spiritedly. However, many parts of it were applauded, and Mrs. Wallace's song, "O steer my bark to Erin's Isle," was encored.

ASSOCIATIONS: H. J. Hall = Barned Jullien Coleman (polyphonist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (18 November 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39131516 

. . . Mrs. Wallace, the favourite Vocalist, Pupil of Signor Cutolo . . .

"MONDAY EVENING'S CONCERT", South Australian Register (22 November 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39116857 

. . . The pleasing strains of Mrs. Wishart, the gushing melodies of Mrs. Wallace, and the artless warblings of Miss Bastard were each in their turn fully appreciated and heartily applauded by the audience. The performances, however, of Mr. Linly Norman and Mr. R. B. White, as well as those of Herr Schrader and his associates, were in several instances brilliant and masterly for their execution . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Susannah Wishart (vocalist); Richard Baxter White (pianist, violinist); Linly Norman (pianist); Heinrich Schrader (musician)

"SACRED CONCERT AT THE TOWN HALL", South Australian Register (11 July 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41029613 

. . . In the first of the selections from the production "Paradise" that followed, Mr. Proctor had an excellent opportunity for exhibiting his complete mastery over the flute. In the air, "Bright Blissful State," belonging to the same pieces Mrs. Wallace manifested some slight trepidation, otherwise, with more confidence, she would have created a more favourable impression, as her voice, though not high, has many good qualities . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Nicholas Proctor (flautist)




WALLACK, Henry John (Henry John WALLACK; H. J. WALLACK; also William Henry WALLACK; W. H. WALLACK)

Actor, vocalist, theatrical manager

Born England, 22 October 1792; baptised Newcastle Upon Tyne, 25 November 1792; son of William WALLACK and Elizabeth
Married (1) Frances JONES (d. 1836), St. Mary's, Lambeth, Surrey, England, 20 November 1814
Married (2) Maria TURPIN (1807-1860), St. Paul's, Covent Garden, London, England, 7 July 1836
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 2 January 1861 (per Black Swan, from London, 28 September)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 29 May 1861 (per Great Britain, for Liverpool)
Died New York, USA, 30 August 1870

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+John+Wallack+1792-1870 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_John_Wallack (Wikipedia)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALLACK-Henry-John (shareable link to this entry)

WALLACK, Julia (Miss Julia WALLACK; Mrs. William HOSKINS) = Julia HARLAND (stage name)

Musician, vocalist, actor (c. 1819-1872, daughter of the above)


Documentation:

Baptisms, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland, 1792; England, Select births and christenings

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/95802800:60525 (PAYWALL)

25 November 1792 / born 22 October 1792 / Henry John / son of William and Elizabeth / Wallack

Marriages solemnized in the parish of Lambeth in the county of Surrey in the year 1814; register 1810-17, page 299; London Metropolitan Archives, P85/MRY1/398

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31280_195088-00396?pId=2375611 (PAYWALL)

No. 896 / William Henry Wallack a bachelor of this parish and Frances Jones a spinster of this parish were married in this church by banns this [20 November 1814] . . .

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Paul Covent Garden in the county of Middlesex in the year 1836; register 1813-37, page 245; City of Westminster Archives Centre, STP/PR/3/9

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61867/images/61865_314054001181_18276-00263?pId=2173175 (PAYWALL)

No. 733 / Henry John Wallack of this Parish a widower and Maria Turpin of the parish of Saint Ann Westminster a spinster were married in this church by licence this [7 July 1836] in the presence of J. W. Wallack, Julia Wallack . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John William Wallack (actor, younger brother); Julia Wallack (Henry's daughter by his first marriage)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. HOBSON'S BAY", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (3 January 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244309032 

Arrived - January 2. Black Swan, ship. 968 tons, James Brinsden, from London 28th September. Passengers cabin: . . . H. J. Wallack; and thirty-one in the steerage . . .

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (8 January 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66336718 

Mr. H. J. Wallack, the well-known English actor, and former manager of the Princess' Theatre, London, arrived in this colony on Thursday last by the Black Swan. He will appear on Ballarat, at the Theatre Royal, on Friday next, when the performance will be for the benefit of Mr. Hoskins, who is about to give up his connection with that theatre.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Hoskins (actor, manager, Henry's son-in-law); Theatre Royal (Ballarat venue)

[Advertisement], The Star (26 February 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66337616 

THEATRE ROYAL. Engagement for Five Nights only of
MR. HENRY WALLACK, Together with MR. HOSKINS.
THIS EVENING, TUESDAY, Will be presented the old English play of THE COUNTRY SQUIRE,
Squire Broadlands - Mr H. J. Wallack With the song - "The Old English Gentleman" . . .

MUSIC: The fine old English gentleman (song); as introduced in The county squire (by Charles Dance)

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (22 March 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154889210 

THEATRE ROYAL. Grand VOLUNTARY COMPIMENT to LADY DON.
SATURDAY, 23rd MARCH, Being the Last night of the Engagement,
on which occasion Mr G. V. BROOKE, Sir WM. DON, Baronet, The Hon. GEORGE COPPIN, M.L.C., Mr W. H. WALLACK,
(From the Theatres Royal, Covent Garden, Drury Lane,) His First Appearance in Australia;
Mr. RICHARD YOUNGE, and Mrs. ALFRED PHILLIPS,
Will form the cast for the Comedy of THE RIVALS . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Emily and William Don (actors); Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (actor); George Coppin (actor, manager); Richard Younge (actor); Elizabeth Phillips (actor); Theatre Royal (Melbourne venue)

"SOCIAL", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (23 March 1861), 2 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66338108 

. . . Mr. Wallack, who was lately playing here, is now fulfilling an engagement at the Royal, Melbourne . . .

"DEATHS", The Star (18 April 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66338643 

On the 9th and 19th of February last, in London, of pulmonary consumption, in their twentieth and nineteenth year, William, and Augustus, sons of Henry John Wallack, and half brothers of Mrs. William Hoskins.

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (20 April 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66338704 

There was a good house last night at the Royal on the occasion of Madame Carandini's benefit. Mr. Wallack and Mr. Hoskins, who had been cast for the "Rivals," did not appear, owing to domestic affliction . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Great Britain from Melbourne, 29 May 1861, for Liverpool; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/238FF803-F7F0-11E9-AE98-F3FD07F091BE?image=78 (DIGITISED)

. . . H. J. Wallack / 67 [sic] . . .

"THEATRICAL DEPARTURES", Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (3 June 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199603178 

The Great Britain and Suffolk bear away from these shores a large number of the members of the dramatic and musical professions. In addition to Mr G. V. Brooke, Mr. R. Younge, and Miss Jones, to whose impending departure we have several times referred, we lose, Mr H. J. Wallack. Mr. and Mrs. Hancock, and the Misses Clifford. - Herald.

ASSOCIATIONS: Avonia Jones (actor); Edward and Mary Hancock (vocalists); Florence and Minnie Clifford (vocalist, actor)

"DEATHS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 December 1870), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5839396 

WALLACK. - On the 30th of August, at New York, Henry John Wallack, Esq., of the principal London and American Theatres, in the 77th year of his age.

"ENTERTAINMENTS", The Australasian [Melbourne, VIC] (17 December 1870), 18-19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138068743 

The papers, and especially theatrical [19] papers, have announced the death, at New York, on the 30th of August last, of Mr. Henry Wallack, brother of the perhaps better known James Wallack. Mr. Henry Wallack commenced his stage career in London, his native place, at the age of 13, in that home of melodrama, the Surrey Theatre. This was in 1805. In 1819 he went to America, and commenced his transatlantic experiences at the Holiday-street Theatre, Baltimore. Thence he went to Philadelphia, and joined the well-known Chestnut-street Company. On May 25, 1824, he appeared in New York as Reuben Glenroy in "Town and Country." In 1825 he became manager of the Chatham-street Company. In 1829 he returned to England, and on the 26th of October of that year he played Julius Caesar at Drury Lane. In 1832 he made a hit as Silver Jack in Douglas Jerrold's "Rent Day." In 1834 [sic, 1836], he married his second wife, a Miss Turpin, daughter of Mrs. Turpin, a great favourite on the Scotch stage. With her, he joined Osbaldiston's company at Covent-garden in 1836, where he was afterwards stage manager. In 1838 and 1839 he was again at Drury Lane. In 1841 he appeared at the Haymarket as Silver Jack. He then went to the Princess's, and on December 26 delivered the opening address for Mr. Maddox, the manager. In October, 1843, he became the lessee of Covent-garden Theatre, and opened with Boucicault's comedy of "Woman," but the season came to a premature end at the expiration of a week. In 1845 he returned to the Princess's, and, in 1847, he went to Manchester and became manager for Mr. Knowles of the Theatre Royal. His last appearance in London was in 1853, at Drury Lane, under Mr. E. T. Smith's management as Robinson in Charles Reade's drama of "Gold." Mr. Henry Wallack was an excellent representative of the thoroughly well-trained good old school, and he enjoyed the genuine respect of every member of his profession. He was the father of Mrs. Hoskins, perhaps better known in Victoria by her stage name of Julia Harland; and about 10 years ago, on the occasion of a short visit to this colony, he played Sir Antony Absolute at the Theatre Royal. He returned to Europe by the Great Britain in company with Mr. G. V. Brooke, and Mrs. and Miss Jones.

See also on his eldest son, "DEATH OF MR. JAMES WILLIAM WALLACK", The Australasian (13 September 1873), 19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article137582379 


Bibliography and resources:

Henry John Wallack, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/57218615/henry-john-wallack 




WALLER, Daniel Wilmarth (Daniel Lafayette WILMARTH; Daniel Wilmarth WALLER)

Actor, manager

Born New York, NY, USA, c. 1824
Married Emma WEEDEN (FULLERTON), St. Mark, Old Street, Shoreditch, 29 April 1851
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 22 May 1854 (per Matchless, from San Francisco, 17 March and Honolulu, 17 April)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 25 November 1855 (per James Baines, for Liverpool)
Died USA, 1882

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Daniel+Wilmarth+Waller+d1882 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALLER-Daniel-Wilmarth (shareable link to this entry)

WALLER, Emma (Emma WEEDEN; Miss EARDLEY; Mrs. Daniel WALLER; Mrs. Emma WALLER)

Musician, vocalist, pianist, guitarist, harpist, actor

Born London, England, 1814 (? 1819); ? baptised St. George, Hanover Square, 3 January 1815; daughter of William WEEDEN (d. 1858) and Sarah EARDLEY (d. 1864)
Married (1) Robert FULLERTON, Brighton, Sussex, 1839 (4th quarter)
Married (2) Daniel Lafayette WILMARTH (WALLER) (1824-1882), St. Mark, Old Street, Shoreditch, 29 April 1851
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 22 May 1854 (per Matchless, from San Francisco, 17 March and Honolulu, 17 April)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 25 November 1855 (per James Baines, for Liverpool)
Died New York, 28 February 1899, aged "80"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Emma+Waller+d1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emma_Waller (Wikipedia)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALLER-Emma (shareable link to this entry)


Emma Waller, as Ophelia, 1855 (Walter G. Mason, 1855)

Comic sketch of Mrs. Waller as Ophelia; Walter G. Mason (engraver); (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, 1855; Australian picture pleasure book, 1857)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/20049261 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-138439287 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Walter George Mason (engraver)


Summary:

Actors Emma and Daniel Waller, "from the principal Theatres of London, Dublin, and the United States" toured Australia in 1854-55, opening in Sydney in June 1854 playing Ophelia and Hamlet. She was also an accomplished singer, and was regularly billed for songs, as in the farce Loan of a lover later in the month, when she sang several solos and a duet with Frank Howson. Emma's last Ophelia was in Melbourne, to Gustavus Vaughan Brooke as Hamlet, in November 1855, whereafter they cut short their intended stay and returned to Europe. Shortly after their departure, W. J. Johnson in Sydney published John Winterbottom's composition, The bird song (as "Sung by Mrs. Emma Waller") (copy at Historic Houses Trust NSW Library).


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of St. George Hanover Square in the County of Middlesex in the year 1815; bishop's transcript, 1815, page 1; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31547_212685-00249 (PAYWALL)

No. 8 / [1815 January 3] / Emma / [daughter of] William & Sarah / Weeden / Chapel St. / Serv't . . .

England census, 6 June 1841, Palace, Brigthelmstone, Sussex; UK National Archives, HO107/1122/8/13/15/23

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/SSXHO107_1121_1122-0401 (PAYWALL)

William Weeden / 55 / Coach Proprietor // Sarah / 50 // William / 15 // Emma Fullerton / 20 [sic] / [all born outside county]

"THE THEATRE", Berkshire Chronicle [Reading, Berkshire] (24 November 1849), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000358/18491124/008/0002 (PAYWALL)

The veteran Barnett has again opened this place of amusement, but has received very middling support throughout the week. The company consists talented performers, amongst whom observed the amusing Fry, and other favourites. An admirable addition is worthy of notice in the pleasing and unaffected performance of Miss Eardley, and of whose singing we cannot speak too highly . . . The orchestra is under the leadership of clever young performer, Mr. C. Ridgway, of her Majesty's Theatre, and whose ability as a violinist is much upheld. Mrs. Barnett and Miss Clare are amongst the company.

"LYCEUM THEATRE", Sun [London, England] (21 May 1850), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002194/18500521/035/0003 (PAYWALL)

"An exceedingly premature but thoroughly apropos Revue" (we quote from the playbill, and for once the playbill speaks truth) entitled "Novelty Fair! or, Hints for 1851," was produced here last evening, with the most complete and most deserved success. It is in every respect a brilliant and sparkling affair . . . Mr. Charles Mathews . . . acts as a sort of chorus to the drama and showman to the exposition, singing a series of "patter" songs as he only can sing them, and which (to the credit of Mr. Albert Smith, the author of this extravaganza, be it recorded, are as witty as they are voluble), full of hits at all the extravagances and follies of the day. The National Gallery, the Trafalgar fountains, the filthy Thames, the Panorama "rage," Almacks, the Casino, all are personified, and all "shown up" most humourously by the "Great Showman," 1851. We have Britannia (Miss Julia St. George) acting as money-taker to the exhibition, and the British Lion (Mr. Frank Matthews) admirably made up as a something between a lion and a Bumble, with a most facetiously wagging tail, acting as Beadle. France (admirably represented by Miss Eardley, a new engagement here, and who promises to be a great acquisition to the establishment), arrives, and notwithstanding the slight diplomatic fracas, friendly relations are preserved between her and Britannia by Peace (Miss M. Oliver). Then we have a series of tableaux of the Industry of the various Nations. The Industry of France is fighting behind a barricade, and, on the conclusion of the fight, the combatants, on the appearance of La Folie, join in a merry dance, and we have a pas des Debardeurs beautifully executed by the ladies of the corps de ballet . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Luke Old Street, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1520/248/24

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1520_1521-0016 (PAYWALL)

No. 2 Haymarket Terr. / Daniel W. Waller / Head / 26 / Actor / [born] New York America
Emma [Waller] / Wife / 28 [sic] / Actress / [born] Middlesex Mayfair

1851, marriage solemnized at the Parish Church in the Parish of St. Mark, Old Street, in the county of Middlesex; register, 1848-72, page 65; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/3373505:1623?tid=53877267 (PAYWALL)

No. 130 / April 29th / Daniel Lafayette Wilmarth / Full Age / Bachelor / Actor / This Parish / [father] Wm. Wilmarth / Merchant
Emma Fullerton / Full Age / Widow / - / [This parish] / [father] Wm. Weeden / Coach Proprietor . . . [witness] Henry Tuthill . . .

Passengers arrived San Francisco, 13 April 1852, per Invincible from New York, via Rio de Janeiro; ed. in Louis J. Rasmussen, San Francisco ship passenger lists . . . vol. 3 (Chicago: 1967; 2003), 146, 244 (notes)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=PfVE3hhzI1oC&pg=PA146 (PREVIEW)

. . . Wilmarth Waller / Henry Tuthill / Miss Eardley . . .

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=PfVE3hhzI1oC&pg=PA244 (PREVIEW)

"THEATRICAL. JENNY LIND THEATRE", Daily Alta California [San Francisco] (1 May 1852), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18520501.2.5 

. . . This evening is set apart for the benefit of Mr. Wilmarth Waller . . . Mrs. Emma Waller, the wife of Mr. Wilmarth Waller, having recovered from a severe indisposition, occasioned by a long sea voyage, will shortly have the pleasure of favoring our community with some of the most popular arias, ballads and scenas of the day. Mrs. Waller appeared at the Queen's concerts, in London, with great success, and comes amongst us enjoying a high reputation. She will make her appearance at the Jenny Lind Theatre in a few days.

"San Francisco Correspondence. SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 30th, 1853", Sacramento Daily Union (2 December 1853), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18531202.2.11 

. . . Mrs. Emma Waller's musical concert was well attended by a fashionable audience last evening, at Meigg's large Hall, and the multitude was delighted. Mrs. W. is without doubt the sweetest ballad singer in California, and has but few superiors anywhere . . .

Australia (1854-55):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", Empire (23 May 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60197244

May 22. - Matchless, schooner, 151 tons, Captain Webster, front San Francisco March 17, Honolulu April 17. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Waller . . . Messrs. Waller, Tuthill . . .

"MORE AMERICAN STARS", Bell's Life in Sydney (27 May 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59758709

Amongst the list of passengers from Honolulu by the "Matchless" schooner, arrived on Monday last, appear the names of Mr. and Mrs. Waller, formerly of the Broadway Theatre, New York; and whose subsequent engagement at Saddler's Wells, and the Theatre Royal Dublin, were highly eulogised by the press of the years 1849-53. The Sun of Sept. 5th, 1850, speaking of Mr. Waller, says: - "Since the days of Charles Kemble we have had no good juvenile tragedian . . . but in Mr. Waller we have combined the power of the artist with the polish of the gentleman". This is no light praise coming from so high an authority; and, thus recommended we shall look forward with considerable interest to this gentleman's debut on the Sydney boards. Mrs. Waller's vocal acquirements are highly spoken of by the New York press; and we trust these artistes are but the advance guard of a corps dramatique, worthy of the increasing prosperity and requirements of our noble city.

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 June 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12960808

MR. and MRS. WALLER, from the principal theatres of London, Dublin and the United States, are engaged for Twelve Nights and will have the honour of making their
FIRST APPEARANCE ON MONDAY EVENING, June 12, In Shakspeare's Great Tragedy of
HAMLET, THE PRINCE OF DENMARK. Hamlet - Mr. WALLER. Ophelia - Mrs. WALLER.

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 June 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12959820

THIS EVENING, JUNE 22 . . . To conclude with the laughable Farce of the LOAN OF A LOVER. Peter Spyk, Mr. F. Howson; Swivel, Mr. Tuthill; Gertrude, Mrs. Waller, in which she will sing -
Duet, Mrs. Waller and Mr. Howson, "To-Morrow will be Market day;" song, "I don't think I am ugly;" song, "I've no money;" song, "Oh, they marched through the town;" finale, "He's mine."

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Howson (vocalist, actor)

PIECE: The loan of a lover (Planche); songs on pages 4, 6, 10

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. Mr. and Mrs. Waller's Farewell", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (1 December 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2246249 

Never has a theatre been the scene of more enthusiasm than was the Royal Victoria last night . . . A musical melange followed the play, Mrs. Waller singing in her own exquisite style some of her favorite ballads. Mr. Jackson also came forward and at once established his reputation as a comic singer. His Lord Lovell was irresistible. He was loudly encored in all his songs. Thus terminated one of the most brilliant entertainments we ever remember to have witnessed . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Harry Jackson (vocalist); Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

"ARRIVALS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (9 May 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4807880 

We hear that among the passengers by the steamer Telegraph, from Sydney, are the celebrated violinist, Miska Hauser, and Mr. and Mrs. Waller, the new lessees of the Queen's Theatre.

ASSOCIATIONS: Miska Hauser (violinist); Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (25 May 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154890934 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. D. W. Waller, Sole Lessee.
The Lessee in announcing to the inhabitants of Melbourne and its Vicinity, that he has leased the above popular place of amusement, for the purpose of giving Legitimate Dramatic Representations, begs leave to state that it will open for the season on
MONDAY, MAY 28, 1855, with an entire new company, comprising the most talented artistes who have ever yet been assembled within the walls of any theatre in these colonies.
The Company will consist of the following ladies and gentlemen: -
Mr[s]. A. Moore, from Theatres Adelaide and Geelong.
Mrs. Thom, an old and valued favorite.
Mrs. Chester, from, Victoria Theatre, Sydney . . .
Mr. Tuthill, from Theatre Royal, Dublin . . .
Mr. C. Walsh, from Theatre Royal, Geelong . . .
Mr. W. Howson, late of the Queen's . . .
A full and efficient Orchestra, under the well-known and universally appreciated leadership of Mr. THOM . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Rachel and Andrew Moore (actor and musician); Eliza and Bream Thom (actor and musician); Marian Maria Chester (actor); Charles Walsh (actor, vocalist); Walter Howson (vocalist and musician);

PIECE: Midas, an English burletta (Kane O'Hara), with songs

"QUEEN'S THEATRE", The Age (13 June 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154897260 

The comedietta of the 'Wonderful Woman" was presented on Monday evening as the first piece, and the extravaganza of Midas followed . . . The great affair of the evening, however, was the burlesque of Midas, the completeness of the getting up of which deserves high commendation; and knowing, as we now do, that the season has prematurely closed, we all the more deplore that so much expense should have been incurred, and so much time occupied in the perfecting of a piece which "has died ere yet it scarcely breathed." The reception with which it met augmented the regret that its earlier production had not been accomplished, as there is much reason to believe that this circumstance would have averted the consummation of what would appear to be an inevitable necessity. Be praise, however, where praise is merited, and hence we say that the Apollo of Mrs. Waller was a morceau of the humorous, the poetic, and the melodious, and confirmed the claims she has upon the conviction that her versatility is unsurpassed on the Victorian stage. Her voice is one of the most flexible we have ever heard, and the sweetness of her intonation is more than excellent. She gave the old favorite of "Believe me if all those Endearing Young Charms" with melting sweetness, and the other incidental songs were each and all of them uttered with a like grace, as the audience vehemently asserted. Mrs. Chester's Mysis was given with such evidences of natural capability, and with genuine raciness as made us regret exceedingly that she appeared for the first and last time, and we cannot refrain from hoping that some arrangement may result in keeping open the theatre so as to give us further opportunity of seeing this lady in her old woman's parts, which we have satisfactory assurance she plays so admirably . . .

"THE QUEEN'S THEATRE", The Age (13 June 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154897312 

We are sorry to find this place of amusement suddenly brought to a close. Since the establishment of the theatre it never was conducted with better management and greater skill than during the lesseeship of Mr. Waller. The performances, taken as a whole, were of a much superior description than any that have ever been presented to the public, and the failure of the speculation we can only interpret as a sign of the present depreciation of the purses of the Melbourne public. Look out, professionals!

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (24 August 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2489190 

His Excellency the Governor and Lady Young will honour the Theatre with their presence This Evening.
The Adieu to Tasmania of that gifted actress, Mrs. Emma Waller, who, with Mr. Waller and Mr. Tuthill, will embark on Saturday in the steamer Tasmania, and by unanimous request will appear once more, THIS EVENING, August 24 . . .
The performances will conclude with the elegant Musical Comedietta PERFECTION; or The Cork Leg. Kate O'Brien, Mrs. E. Waller. In the course of the piece she will sing "Thou art Gone from my Gaze," accompanied by herself on the pianoforte; "Strike the Harp Gently," accompanied by herself on the harp; "The Last Rose of Summer," accompanied by herself on the guitar; and the celebrated Waltzing Song. Charles Paragon, Mr. Waller . . .

MUSIC: Thou art gone from my gaze (Linley); Strike the harp gently (Woodbury)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 October 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12983077 

THIS EVENING, OCTOBER 19 . . .
THE DUCHESS OF MALFI . . . Marina, Duchess of Malfi, Mrs. Waller . . .
To conclude with the Musical Comedietta of the DIXIE BELLE . . .
Eliza, Mrs. Emma Waller, in which she will sing "Il segretto," and the Ballad "When crowned with summer roses," accompanied by herself on the pianoforte . . .

MUSIC: Il segreto [Let us be happy together] (Donizetti, arr. Charles Jefferys); When crowned with summer roses (Blewitt)

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (20 October 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60167242 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. GRAND COMPLIMENTARY BENEFIT TO Mr. A. TORNING,
MONDAY AND TUESDAY NEXT, October 22 and 23, as a mark of the high sense entertained for the zeal, urbanity, and spirit manifested in his management; for which occasion
Mrs. EMMA WALLER, Mr. WALLER, Mr. TUTHILL, (being positively their last appearance, as they proceed to Melbourne on Wednesday) . . .
The Performances on MONDAY will commence with the celebrated Operatic Burletta of
MIDAS, with all the Music and Scenery.
Mrs. EMMA WALLER in her celebrated character of Apollo, in which she will sing the following Songs, Duets, &c:
Song - "Be by your friends advised."
Duet - "Since you moan to hire for service."
Air - "Pray, Goody, please to moderate."
Song - "Believe me, if all those endearing young charms."
Song - "I'll roam the dewy bowers."
Song - "Dunce, I did but sham."
After which, Mr. Winterbottom will perform one of his celebrated Solos on the Bassoon, as performed by him in Jullien's Concerts, upwards of 200 Nights . . .
On TUESDAY EVENING the Performances will commence with the Operetta of the DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT, embracing a most powerful caste . . .
To be followed by the elegant Comedietta of PERFECTION, OR THE LADY OF MUNSTER.
Charles Paragon - Mr. Waller. Kate O'Brien - Mrs. Emma Waller, in-which she will sing -
"Meet Me by Moonlight," accompanying herself on the Harp presented to her in Hobart Town.
"The Bird Song," written expressly for Mrs. Waller, by Mr. J. H. Wilton; the Music by Mr. Winterbottom, and published by Johnson, Pitt-street.
"The Last Rose of Summer," accompanying herself on the Guitar.
The celebrated "Waltzing Song," Orchestral accompaniment . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Torning (actor, manager); John Winterbottom (musician); John Hall Wilton (theatrical agent, lyricist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (5 November 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4822579

COPPIN'S OLYMPIC. This Evening, Monday, HAMLET . . .
Hamlet - Mr. G. V. Brooke. Ophelia - Mrs. Waller.
To conclude with the SWISS COTTAGE, In which Mrs. Waller, Mr. Coppin, and Mr. R. Younge will appear.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (actor, manager); Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (actor); Richard Younge (actor)

"MELBOURNE", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 November 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12975906

Mr. Coppin has parted with Mr. and Mrs. Waller at the end of half their engagement. Mr. Brooke is performing a farewell series of his principal characters previous to a visit to Tasmania . . .

[Advertisement], Empire (26 November 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60170259

THE BIRD SONG. - M. WINTERBOTTOM. - Sung by Mrs. Emma Waller, now ready. 2s. 6d. JOHNSON AND CO.

Names and descriptions of passengers per James Baines, from Melbourne, 25 November 1855, for Liverpool; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/23671325-F7F0-11E9-AE98-0BAC758C5792?image=317 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. D. W. Waller / 30 // Mrs. [Waller] / 30 [sic] // & Child / 4 . . .

After Australia:

"THEATRICAL AND MUSICAL", The Argus (24 December 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4826439 

. . . Among the recent departures for England of ladies and gentlemen who have been connected with theatricals in these colonies we may mention Mrs. Waller, who is under engagement to appear at Drury Lane, next year; and Mr. and Mrs. Thom, who leave by the Blackwall, which is expected to sail this week. The first-named lady will, if we mistake not, create a sensation in London, as there is a freshness and piquancy about her style which, we fancy, will render her a favorite in those parts which, since the death of Mrs. Yates, has found no competent representative.

"THE AUSTRALIAN AND AMERICAN MAILS", Sun [London] (5 March 1856), 7

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002194/18560305/177/0007 (PAYWALL)

Amongst the passengers from Australia to England by the James Baines is the celebrated Miss Emma Waller, an actress whom the press of California and the Australian colonies pronounce to be one of the most accomplished actresses the stage has had for many years. During a severe gale which the James Baines encountered this lady fell, and dislocated her right shoulder. She is, we believe, to appear here at an early date.

"THE AUSTRALIAN STAR", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (6 January 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2457288 

THE friends of the drama in Tasmania who so heartily approved of, and watched with much anxiety for, Mrs. EMMA WALLER'S debut in the Metropolis of Great Britain, must have been gratified to see, by the accounts already published, that she has done justice to their critical apprehension, and even though some of the journals have charily withheld their praise from various motives, has achieved a great sensation in England. The following extracts from papers recently received will be read with interest . . .

"AMERICAN DRAMATIC NEWS", The Daily Telegraph [Sydney, NSW] (22 April 1899), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article236777199 

Mrs. Emma Waller, who visited Australia with her husband, Daniel Wlllmarth Waller, in 1853, died on February 28 in New York. Mr. Waller died in 1882, and since then Mrs. Waller has retired from the stage, devoting her time to teaching. Among her pupils have been Mrs. Langtry, Margaret Mather, and Mrs. Dion Boucicault.


Associated musical editions:

The bird song, from the new comedy "A new way to reclaim a thoughtless husband", as sung by Mrs. Emma Waller, the music composed by M. Winterbottom [written by J. H. Wilton] (Sydney: W. J. Johnson & Co., [1855])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/191096820 

https://archive.org/details/BirdSong39684 (DIGITISED)


Emma Waller (Jeremiah Gurney, New York)

Emma Waller (Jeremiah Gurney, New York)

ASSOCIATIONS: Jeremiah Gurney (photographer)


Bibliography and resources:

William Winter, The wallet of time: containing personal, biographical, and critical reminiscence of the American theatre, volume 1 (New York: Moffat, Yard and Company, 1913), 194-97

https://archive.org/details/walletoftimecont00wintuoft/page/194/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

"Emma Waller", Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emma_Waller




WALLER, James (1819-1871) - see main entry James WALLER

Musician, bass vocalist, pianist, songwriter, composer, builder and developer, publican and entrepreneur (Sir Joseph Banks Hotel, Botany)

DISAMBIGUATION: John Gough Waller (amateur vocalist)




WALLER, John Gough (John Gough WALLER; Mr. J. G. WALLER)

Musical amateur, amateur vocalist, member of the Sydney Philharmonic Society, merchant

Born Cawnpore (Kanpur), Bengal (Uttar Pradesh), India, 3 January 1820; baptised Cawnpore, 28 February 1820; son of Edward WALLER (d. 1826) and Anna Maria (d. 1824)
Arrived Launceston, VDL (TAS), by 1841
Married (1) Ann Agar HANSARD (1824-1871), Sydney, NSW, 10 September 1842
Married (2) Ella Maria EDMED, Sydney, NSW, 15 January 1873
Died Sydney, NSW, 10 July 1903

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Gough+Waller+1820-1903 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

DISAMBIGUATION: James Waller (bass vocalist)


Documentation:

"MARRIAGES", The Sydney Morning Herald (13 September 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12408557 

By special license, at his own residence, on Saturday last, 10th instant, by the Rev. Dr. J. McGarvie, John Gough Waller, to Anne Agar Hansard, eldest daughter of Mr. N. Hansard, of Bathurst.

"INSOLVENCY PROCEEDINGS. TUESDAY . . . SEQUESTRATION", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 November 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12412523 

The estate of John Greig Waller [sic], of Crown street, Surry Hills, Commission Agent, was sequestered on petition and affidavit. The following schedule was also filed. Debts, £355 5s. 10 1/2d. Assets - personal property, £13; outstanding debts, £4 12s. Balance deficiency, £337 13s. 10 1/2d. - John Morris, official assignee

INSOLVENCY PROCEEDINGS. FRIDAY . . . PROOF OF CLAIMS", The Sydney Morning Herald (14 December 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12422259 

In the estate of John Gough Waller, a single meeting: Kemp and Fairfax, £19 17s. 11d.; W. G. Moore, £70 14s.; M. Murphy, £2 5s. The insolvent was allowed to retain his furniture and wearing apparel.

"INSOLVENT COURT. LAUNCESTON", Launceston Advertiser [TAS] (20 December 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84767484 

. . . I knew Mr. Kilner Waller, he arrived from England in the same ship with Mr. Jolly, indented to Perkins, Bennet, & Co. . . . Mr. Henry Dowling, my son, left this Colony for England, about three months after the arrival of Mr. Waller . . .

. . . Mr. Kilner Waller called and examined by Mr. Walford. - Was residing in Launceston in 1842 carrying on business as Waller, Brothers and Company, the partners were Mr. B. C. Jolly, Mr. J. G. Waller and myself . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Dowling (witness); Henry Dowling junior (went to England, 1841); Kilner Waller (1816-1857, brother); Benard Charles Jolly (printer, publisher, partner)

"ARRIVAL OF GOLD", Empire (14 September 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60132026 

The armed escort from the Western Diggings, which was due on Friday last, arrived yesterday, and deposited the following consignments of gold at the Treasury . . .
MUDGEE . . . J. G. Waller - 8 13 0 . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 October 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12956602 

TESTIMONIAL to MISS CATHARINE HAYES. At a meeting of gentlemen, held at the Fine Arts Exhibition Rooms, Lyons' Corner, George-street, on Friday last, to consider the propriety of presenting Miss Catharine Hayes with a testimonial or admiration of her talents, and respect for her many very estimable qualities; Mr. Justice Therry in the chair; It was unanimously resolved, on the motion of the ATTORNEY-GENERAL, seconded by J. DOBIE, Esq., M.L.C., "That the following gentlemen be appointed a committee to receive subscriptions towards a suitable testimonial to be presented to Miss Hayes, (such subscription to be limited to one guinea), and to carry out the object of the meeting,
His Honor Mr. Justice Therry | F. W. Meymott, Esq.
Hon. J. H. Plunkett | J. V. Gorman, Esq.
G. Gammie, Esq. | J. G. Waller, Esq.
T. S. Mort. Esq. | Robert Johnson, Esq.
Daniel Cooper, Esq. | Jno. Arkins Esq.
Alexander Campbell, Esq. | J. Macnamara, Esq.
J. G. Cohen, Esq."
Carried unanimously.
"That the following inscription, to be engraved on the testimonial, be approved and adopted by this meeting, -
Presented to Catharine Hayes, by the Ladies and Gentlemen of Sydney, as a Souvenir by which she may be enabled sometimes to recal its inhabitants to her recollection, and as a token of the personal respect entertained for her by them, and the admiration which her extraordinary vocal powers, and unsurpassed histrionic talents have inspired."
That a sub-committee be appointed to select a suitable testimonial, to be approved of by the general committee."
"That Mr. J. R. Clarke be appointed Honorary Secretary and Treasurer."
A vote of thanks having been awarded to His Honor the Chairman, the meeting adjourned until Monday (this day), at 4 o'clock.
J. R. CLARKE, Hon. Sec. and Treasurer.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Hayes (vocalist); Roger Therry (member); John Hubert Plunkett (member); Frederick William Meymott (member); Robert Johnson (member); Thomas Sutcliffe Mort (member); Daniel Cooper (member)

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 April 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12994343 

THE annual meeting of the above Society was held on Thursday evening last, at the Society's practice rooms, in Jamison-street. The hon. J. H. Plunkett President of the Society, took the chair . . . The business of the meeting concluded by the election of the following gentlemen: President, the Hon. J. H. Plunkett; Vice-President, the Hon. E. Deas Thomson, C.B., &c., &c.; Hon. Treasurer, H. Spyer, Esq.; Auditors, Messrs. Black and Beit; Committee - Messrs. J. G. Waller, W. H. Aldis, Bickham, Boesen, McDonell, Richardson, Mountcastle, E. Deane, Younger, and Blanchard. Secretary, Mr. John Deane . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Spyer (treasurer); William Henry Aldis (member); Theodor Boesen (member); William Macdonnell (member); John James Mallcott Richardson (member); Benjamin Such Mountcastle (member); Edward Smith Deane (member); Charles Younger (member); John Deane (secretary); Sydney Philharmonic Society (organisation)

"FURTHER PARTICULARS OF THE Shipwreck at the Heads", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 August 1857), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12999671 

The hopes we entertained last night that the wreck would not be the Dunbar, have proved fallacious. That unfortunate vessel must have struck between the Gap and the Lighthouse, and have instantly been dashed into a thousand pieces, and not a single soul is saved to tell the sad and melancholy story . . . Mr. Kilner Waller, was a brother of Mr. J. G. Waller, of this city. Mr. Kilner Waller was the author of several interesting and valuable letters respecting emigration, which have lately appeared in this journal . . .

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 April 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13009381 

THE Fourth Annual Meeting of this Society was held at the Practice Room, Jamison-street, on Monday evening last, the Hon. J. H. Plunkett, Esq., the President, in the chair . . . The election of officers for the year was the next business, and the following was the result: . . . president, Hon. J. H. Plunkett; vice-president Hon. E. Deas Thomson, C.B.; honorary treasurer, Mr. W. H. Aldis ; secretary pro tem., Mr. Deane; conductor, Mr. John Deane; and the following gentlemen, the committee of management, Hon. F. L. S. Merewether, Esq.; Mr. E. Deane; Mr. Richardson; Mr. G. R. Hirst; Mr. W. H. Aldis; Mr. Boesen; Mr. C. Younger; Mr. Macdonell; Mr. Faucett; Mr. J. G. Waller and Mr. G. Rowley . . .

[Advertisement], Empire (4 July 1859), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60402011 

SYDNEY UNIVERSITY MUSICAL FESTIVAL.
On TUESDAY, July 19th, and THREE FOLLOWING DAYS, a series of
GRAND MUSICAL PERFORMANCES Will be held to celebrate the opening of the HALL of the Sydney University in which the performances will take place.
The following gentlemen form the General Committee of direction: - . . .
J. G. Waller, Esq., Committee of the Philharmonic Society . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sydney University Musical Festival (1859 event)

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 July 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13063039 

At the annual meeting of the above society, held at the committee rooms (Mr. Aldis'), on Friday evening . . . Resolutions were subsequently adopted, appointing the following gentlemen as officers of the society for the ensuing year - President, the Hon J. H. Plunkett, M.L.C., Vice President, the Hon. F. L. S. Merewether, M.L.C.; committee, Messrs. Black, Dyer, O. B. Ebsworth, Mountcastle, J. G. Waller, Aldis, MacDonnell, Harbottle, Dr. Foucart, and Dr. Whittell, hon. treasurer, Mr. Aldis; auditors, Messrs. Henry Spyer and W. S. Paul. Mr. Douglas Callen was re elected instrumental conductor, and Mr. Cordner, vocal conductor and accompanytst to the society for the ensuing year. Mr. MacDonnell was requested and consented to act as honorary secretary pro tem . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Douglas Callen (conductor)

"PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Empire (3 September 1863), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60547755 

THE tenth annual general meeting of the members and subscribers of the Philharmonic Society was held at St. James' School-room, Castlereagh-street, on Monday, 31st August. The Honorable J. H. PLUNKETT, Esq., M.L.C., occupied the chair . . . The report and balance sheet having been adopted, the Honorable J, H. Plunkett, M.L.C., was re-elected president; W. . H. Aldis, Esq., was elected vice-president, and Messrs. J. Black, Dr. Bowman, J. Bushell, A. Cubitt, J. Dyer, O. B. Ebsworth, B. Mountcastle, J. F. Josephson, T. J. Southern, Dr. Whittell, W. Wilkins, and J. G. Waller, were elected members of committee . . .

"MUNICIPAL ELECTION", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (29 November 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149515810 

We were misinformed when we stated in yesterday's issue that Mr. J. G. Waller had declined to be placed in nomination as a candidate for election to the Municipal Council . . . Mr. John Gough Waller was a resident of Launceston in his youth, and since then was a leading merchant in Sydney, a member of its Legislative Council, and in 1859 had the honor of conducting the first elections under the new Constitution there, and the first under vote by ballot. Mr. Waller is now District Superintendent of the Colonial Mutual Life Assurance Society, and he has taken an active part in furthering the interests of our local musical societies and other social movements for the benefit of his fellow-townsmen. A requisition, numerously signed, was presented to Mr. G. T. Matthews yesterday, stating that - "From his experience in matters useful to the town, and ability to express and enforce his views, the requisitionists feel he will have a large measure of support from the electors" . . .

"A MUSICAL FESTIVAL. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Sydney Morning Herald (3 January 1890), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13755126 

Sir. - Will you kindly permit me to add to my letter of yesterday the following information respecting the Musical Festival of 1859. In addition to the large and influential general committee a working sub-committee was formed, consisting as nearly as I can remember of the following gentlemen - The Hon. F. L. S. Merewether, Professor Woolley, and the Rev. H. J. Hose, representing the University; Mr. Charles Nathan, F.R.C.S., and Messrs. W. J. Johnson and James Waller, representing the Vocal Harmonic Society; and Messrs J. G. Waller, W. McDonnell, and L. Rawack (or W. H. Aldis), on behalf of the Philharmonic Society. Messrs. Lavenu, J. Deane, and W. J. Cordner, were ex officio musical advising members of this sub-committee, without a vote.
I am, &c.
NUR EIN GEIGER.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Nathan (member); William Jonathan Johnson (member); James Waller (member); Sydney Vocal Harmonic Society (organisation); Leopold Rawack (member); Lewis Henry Lavenu (conductor); William John Cordner (chorus master)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 July 1903), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14538203 

WALLER. - July 10, at St. Vincent's Hospital, John Gough Waller, aged 84 years.



WALLERSTEIN, Henri (Henri WALLERSTEIN; Henry WALLERSTEIN; also WALLENSTEIN [sic])

Musician, professor of music, pianist, composer, band leader, ? trumpet player

Active Kyneton and Bendigo, VIC, 1857-59; ? Melbourne, VIC, 1861

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henri+Wallerstein+musician+1857-59 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALLERSTEIN-Henri (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Wallerstein (or Wallenstein) was first documented at Campbell's Creek, near Castlemaine, in March 1857, advertising that his "Theatre Band is always ready to attend Balls, Quadrille parties, and Reunions of every kind, on the shortest notice."

In Kyneton in July 1857, he formed a performing partnership with a vocalist, the pair billing themselves respectively as Frederick Woodin, "composer, vocalist, and humorist", and Henri Wallerstein, the "eminent pianist". Having the surnames of two musicians then popular in Britain - Anton Wallerstein (1813-1892), the dance composer, and William Samuel Woodin (1825-1888), a vocal delineator and entertainer - they also included in their first advertisement spurious reviews of supposed former performances in Dublin's Rotunda and London's Hanover Square Rooms.

Frederick Woodin was in fact an alias of Alfred Hugh Havell, who had arrived in Melbourne from England only a month earlier.

While it also might seem possible that Wallerstein was not the pianist's real name, the birth of a child (also Henry) to Henry Wallerstein and his wife Edith Herbert was registered at Kyneton in 1859.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (20 March 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197089009 

MUSIC. MUSIC.
HERR WALLENSTEIN, Campbell's Creek, near Sheriff's bridge, begs to inform the inhabitants of Castlemaine and district that his favorite Theatre Band is always ready to attend Balls, Quadrille parties, and Reunions of every kind, on the shortest notice.
Terms moderate, and satisfaction guaranteed.

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer (21 August 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240787701 

KYNETON.
Mr. Frederick Woodin, The celebrated Composer, Vocalist, and Humorist, assisted by
Mr. HENRI WALLERSTEIN, The eminent Pianist,
will shortly give his highly successful Entertainment, entitled
OLIO OF ODDITIES, Or MUSICAL REMINISCENCES,
Comprising Musical and Characteristic Sketches and Illustrations, Scenes, Comical and Sentimental, Life and Character, Past and Present, Songs, &c., &c.,
allowed to be the most beautiful Entertainment ever offered in Australia.
For particulars see Bills.
ADMISSION - 3s. Doors open at half-past 7, to commence at 8 o'clock precisely, terminate at 10.
Mr. Woodin will be happy to tune or repair any pianofortes in the neighborhood, if notice to that effect be left at the Kyneton Hotel.
Messrs. Woodin and Wallerstein's Entertainment at the Rotunda. -
The entertainment rendered last evening by the above talented gentlemen was a decided hit. The programme comprised comic sketches, songs, piano and harmonium duets, &c.; all of which was highly relished by the audience, which was large and select. The encores were numerous, and the whole affair passed off to the entire satisfaction of all present.
- Dublin Journal.
Hanover-square Rooms. -
A most varied and attractive programme was given by the above artistes last evening, when Mr. Woodin gave several characteristics of life and character, which created much merriment and laughter throughout; his changes were expertly managed. We may venture to particularise sketches of an English party, which was highly amusing; in the course of which a very beautiful composition by Messrs. Woodin and Wallerstein for pianoforte and harmonium, was magnificently performed, and enthusiastically encored. Many novelties were introduced during the entertainments, which gave unqualified satisfaction to a crowded audience.
- London Times.

"CONCERT", The Kyneton Observer (4 September 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240787784 

Messrs. Woodin and Wallenstein gave another of their grand musical performances on Tuesday evening in the saloon of the Royal Hotel, to a numerous and highly respectable assembly. We have seldom passed a more pleasant evening. Mr. Woodin is one of those vocalists who is qualified to sound any key, at one time dissolving his audience to tears, and at another keeping them in constant roars of laughter. The real secret of this power lies in a thorough knowledge of the original sentiment which dictated the song. "Mother, be proud of your boy in blue," by Eliza Cook, was sung with great taste and feeling, appealing to the hearts of all who heard it: and "The Little Fat Man" was a chef d'oeuvre of humour which we have seldom heard excelled. Mr. Wallenstein, in his solo on the piano-forte, surpassed any musician we ever heard in this colony. His wonderful powers of execution, combined with the most exquisite finish and taste, created quite a furor. The piece he performed was a Caprice of his own composition, from "Massaniello." He was loudly and deservedly encored.

"Theatre Royal", Mount Alexander Mail (14 October 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197085913 

Messrs. Woodin and Wallerstein announce a grand concert for this evening in which they will make their farewell appearance before a Castlemaine audience. They will be assisted by Mr. Martin, and by Mr. Rainer, who has very kindly placed his services at their disposal for this evening. We understand that a large number of ladies and gentlemen have intimated their intention of being present this evening, and that a brilliant assemblage and an excellent entertainment may be expected.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Cragin Rainer (vocalist, entertainer); George Martin (tenor)

"SOIREE AT THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, CASTLEMAINE", Bendigo Advertiser (26 October 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87976474

A very successful soiree was given in the hall of the Institute on Thursday evening . . . When tea was over, Dr. Preshaw, who presided, called upon Mr. Woodin to make a few remarks with reference to the art in which he so much excelled. Mr. Woodin proceeded to expatiate con amore on the merits and advantages of his favorite science music. After an enthusiastic address, Mr. Woodin gave one of his favorite songs . . . The proceedings terminated by the performance of the National Anthem, by Messrs. Woodin and Wallerstein, who, as has already been intimated, contributed much to the evening's enjoyment by a combination of vocal with instrumental music. The soiree was on the whole a most successful affair, and great credit is due to the gentlemen who got it up.
- Abridged from the Miner's Right.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (8 December 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87977324

MR. HENRI WALLERSTEIN, the Celebrated Pianist, is open to an Engagement, Belvidere Hotel, Bendigo, Dec 7th.

"GRAND CONCERT", & [Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (4 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87978514

A concert, which, judging from the published programme, promises to be one of the best for some time given in Sandhurst, will take place this evening at the Shamrock Concert Hall, under the superintendence of the celebrated pianist, M. Wallerstein. The list of performers includes, we observe, the names of the most talented and favorite singers on Bendigo, in addition to which, we understand, there will be an appearance, for the first time, of several persons of high musical attainments. There can be little doubt, we think, of a crowded house.

SHAMROCK CONCERT HALL.
PROGRAMME OF HENRI WALLERSTEIN'S GRAND EVENING CONCERT.
This Night (Thursday, Feb. 4th, 1858), to commence at 8 o'clock.
PART 1.
Glee.
Song, Characteristic, "Our National Defences" - Mr. Lindsay.
Song, Buffo, Mr. Small.
Air, National, "Partant Pour La Syrie" - Miss Graham.
Solo, Pianoforte, " Caprice Brilliante (Masaniello") - Mr. Henri Wallerstein.
Song, "Why do I Weep for Thee" - Miss Louisa Swannell.
Ballad, "Sweet Ellen Bayne" (first time on Bendigo) - Mr. White.
Song, Comic - Mr. Hammond.
Ballad, Mr. Dixon.
Part 2.
Song, "The Hazel Dell" (first time on Bendigo) - Mr. White.
Comic Song - Mr. Small.
Solo, Pianoforte, " Nocturne'' (Lucrezia Borgia) - Mr. Wallerstein.
Ballad, "Little Nell" - Miss Graham.
Scena, "Death of Nelson" - Mr. Lindsay.
Comic Song, Mr. Hammond.
Ballad, Mr. Dixon.
Duet, "The Cousins" - Miss Swannell and Miss Graham.
PART 3.
Trio.
Ballad, "Lilly Bell" (first time on Bendigo) - Mr. White.
Song, "In Memory of Thee" - Miss Swannell.
Solo, Pianoforte, "Galop di Bravura" - Mr. Wallerstein.
Ballad - Mr. Dixon.
Song, Comic - Mr. Small.
Ballad Scotch - Miss Graham.
Scena, "The Slave Ship" - Mr. Lindsay.
Comic Song - Mr. Hammond.
Finale, "God Save the Queen" - By the Company.
Conductor - Mr. Edward Salamon.
Mr. Wilkie has kindly given the use of his splendid grand Pianoforte for this occasion, the first prize in his distribution.

ASSOCIATIONS: Miss Graham (Amelia Silverlock) (vocalist); Joe Small (vocalist); Louisa Swannell (vocalist); W. H. Hammond (vocalist); Edward Salamon (pianist, accompanist); Shamrock Concert Hall (Bendigo venue)

"MUNICIPAL POLICE COURT. Monday, 8th February, 1858 . . . WAGES", Bendigo Advertiser (9 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87978619

Henri Wallerstein was summoned by Messrs. Nathan and Lobo. Neither party appeared, and the case was struck out.

ASSOCIATIONS: Abraham Lobo (bill-poster) and Barnett Moses Nathan (bill-poster)

"A CURIOUS REFLECTION", Bendigo Advertiser (14 May 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87980406

On Tuesday last a case came before Mr. Judge Skinner in the County Court - that of Wallerstein v. Mackay and Co. - which suggests one or two considerations. We take the following extract from the report which appeared in our issue of Wednesday: - His Honor said, that after reading the plaint, he was of opinion that it would be useless going into the case at all, as the action could not be sustained. He said it appeared that the plaintiff had been taken into custody on a judgment warrant obtained against him in an action in the Small Debts Court; that when the verdict was given, the plaintiff had agreed to pay the debt (£6) by weekly instalments, and the judgment warrant was obtained in order to keep him to the terms of his agreement. The execution of the warrant had taken place through some mistake at the Police Court, and contrary to the wishes of the defendants; but although this had been done, there could be no action for false imprisonment, as the warrant could have been legally put in force at any time after the judgment was obtained, while any of the amount remained unpaid . . .

"MR. WALLERSTEIN'S BENEFIT", The Kyneton Observer (30 October 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240894896 

The benefit given last evening by the ladies of Kyneton to Mr. Wallerstein was, as might be expected, attended by a large audience. The newly opened hall of the Athenaeum was graced by the presence of a number of ladies, and the entertainment reflected much credit upon the amateurs who took part in the proceedings. The Misses Merchant are specially deserving of being mentioned, as having contributed much towards the pleasure of the evening. Mr. Wallerstein played the Athenaeum Polka, a fantasia, the beautiful piece known as "The Reverie," and other delightful selections. Mr. Pizey's singing was highly creditable, and Mr. Watmore displayed great powers as a vocalist, and was duly complimented with several hearty encores. At the conclusion, the audience rose, and joined with much spirit in singing the National Anthem.

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer (8 February 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240895673 

GRAND BALL/ KYNETON ATHENAEUM.
MR. WALLERSTEIN'S GRAND BALL is fixed for THURSDAY, the 10th of February, 1859, at the above Hall . . . Harvey's celebrated quadrille Band will perform during the night, conducted by Mr. Wallerstein.
The following new and admired dances will be introduced for the first time in Kyneton. -
Polka (The Belle of Kyneton), Wallerstein's Laughing Polka, Varsoviana (The Rose), Waltzes (The Rainbow and Sunset), Quadrilles (Ball, Masque, Sydenham Palace), &c., &c. . . .

"MEW INSOLVENTS", The Age (26 February 1859), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154839646 

Henri Wallenstein, of Kyneton, professor of music. Mr. Shaw, official assignee.
Causes of insolvency: Professional losses, pressure of a judgment creditor, and execution for rent.
Debts, £151 6s 6d; assets, £63 4s; deficiency, £105 2s 6d.-

"CERTIFICATES", The Argus (6 September 1859), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5687554

Certificates were granted to the following insolvents, there being no opposition to their applications: - Henry Wallerstein . . .

? [Advertisement], The Argus (22 May 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5700414

MUSICAL UNION. GRAND CONCERT . . .
EXHIBITION BUILDING, THIS EVENING, MAY 22
Programme will consist of Overture - "Ruy Blas" - Mendelssohn.
Mendelssohn's FIRST WALPURGIS NIGHT, and Mr. Henry Leslie's JUDITH.
Principal Violin - Mr. A. J. LESLIE.
Conductor - Mr. G. R. G. PRINGLE.
LIST OF ORCHESTRA . . .
Trumpets, Messrs. Richardson, Wallerstein . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alexander J. Leslie (violinist); George R. G. Pringle (conductor); James William Richardson (trumpet, cornet); Musical Union (organisation)


Disambiguation:

German composer of dance music Anton Wallerstein (1813-1892); London-based composer Ferdinand Wallerstein; see "ART AND LITERARY GOSSIP", Empire (8 April 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63130071




WALLIS, James (James WALLIS)

Amateur musician, soldier, army officer (46th Regiment), flautist, flute player, visual artist, Indigenous culture reporter

Born Cork, Ireland, c. 1785; son of James WALLIS and Lucinda HEWSON
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 7 February 1814 (captain of the regiment, per convict transport General Hewitt)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 3 March 1819 (with regiment, per Tottenham, for India)
Died Prestbury, Gloucestershire, England, 12 July 1858

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Wallis+c1785-1858 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.party-619320 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALLIS-James (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 46th Regiment (Wallis, an officer, was not a member of the band, but rather one of its superiors and employers, and as such he would not usually, if ever, have played with it; nevertheless, it is reasonable to assume that, in Australia, he was proud to be associated with it)


Summary:

James Wallis, detail of colour sketch, with drum, flute, and music, 1835

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/9NaApvWY/Oq7WKJKBbk5A3 (MAIN IMAGE)

James Wallis served as captain of the 46th Regiment in Australia. While commandant at Newcastle, he made one of the earliest known drawings of a large scale corroboree, a scene also worked up in a painting attributed to his convict protege Joseph Lycett.

Wallis, by his own account, also played the flute, and depicted his instrument and a piece of his music, together with his regiment's drum, in a memorial sketch he made in 1835. The double page of music in the picture, of a single vocal line with underlaid text, though tiny, is legible enough to be identified, and it is clear that he carefully chose the song segment in question:

James Wallis, detail of colour sketch, with his flute and music; State Library of New South Wales

Let Fate do her worst, there are relics of joy,
Bright dreams of the past, which she cannot destroy . . .

These words, with the proper tune above, are the opening lines of the third verse of the song "Farewell, but whenever you welcome the hour", published in 1813 in the fifth number Thomas Moore and John Stevenson's Irish melodies.

A selection of Irish melodies, with symphonies and accompaniments by Sir John Stevenson Mus.Doc. and characteristic words by Thomas Moore esq. [no. 5] (London: J. Power, [1813])

https://archive.org/details/MooreIrishMelodies17/page/n391 (DIGITISED)

NOTE: With thanks to historian Robin Walsh (2019) for kindly bringing this image to my attention.


Sources:

James Wallis - pictorial material and manuscripts; State Library of New South Wales

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/nX6OBvEY 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/9NaApvWY (VOLUME 1 DIGITISED)

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/9NaApvWY/Oq7WKJKBbk5A3 (MAIN IMAGE)

Wallis signed his colour sketch on the central text panel of the main image, "James Wallis - Cove [of Cork], July 17th, 1835"

An attached card insert, revealed by lifting the lid of the urn, has another inscription in which Wallis explained the symbolism of the artwork:

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/9NaApvWY/0rKdNVOrmN32m (INSERT IMAGE)

remembrances of past Life.
The Cape of Good [Hope] which I twice visited – the fine mountains of South America,
my dog and parrot all copied from nature, my flute and music,
the colours of my Regiment which I so often bore surmount the large drum I followed for so many years,
the musquet and sword worn as a private and an officer,
the grenadier and light infantry cap denote I served on both flanks,
my charger now food for the crows shew I was a field Officer,
the hour glass in the foreground has like my life, nearly ran its course,
on the pedestal the statue of the immortal William show the principles I have lived
& will die professing, the arms of my native city Cork and the corporate badge that I served the office of Sheriff
on the Urn the badge and motto of friendly brotherhood are depicted to say I am an old member of that fine order.

Album of original drawings by Captain James Wallis and Joseph Lycett, ca. 1817-1818, bound with An historical account of the Colony of New South Wales (London: Rudolph Ackermann, 1821); State Library of New South Wales

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/YRlZGLPn (DIGITISED)

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/YRlZGLPn/wab5Zq0zJmKBk (CORROBOREE)


Bibliography and resources:

T. W. Blunden, "Wallis, James (1785-1858)", Australian dictionary of biography 2 (1967)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/wallis-james-2770 

James Wallis, Design & art Australia online (DAAO)

https://www.daao.org.au/bio/james-wallis 




WALSH, Charles (Charles WALSH; "Charley WALSHE"; Charles Walsh PUGH; alias of Charles Edward PUGH)

Baritone vocalist, actor, operatic and theatrical manager, publican

Born Hampstead, London, England, 25 December 1823; baptised St. John, Hampstead, 18 January 1824; son of Edward PUGH and Martha MONNINGTON
Married (1) Elizabeth STEPHENS, St. Leonard, Shoreditch, England, 30 November 1843
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 26 March 1850 (per Samuel Boddington, from London, 6 December, and Plymouth, 31 December 1849)
Married (2) Ellen Laura St. CLAIR, Ballarat, VIC, 1857
Married (3) Isabel Lucy PARDOE (1835-1908), Maitland, NSW, 1862
Active UK, c. 1867-81
Died Fitzroy, VIC, 12 May 1902, aged "76" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Walsh+Pugh+1823-1902 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALSH-Charles-PUGH (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Charles Walsh (alias of Charles Edward Pugh) had probably arrived in Victoria, from England, by early in 1850. He was in Adelaide June that year, and in December joined the company for the opening season of Coppin and Lazar's Royal Victoria Theatre. He also appeared regularly in Adelaide as a public and concert singer, notably introducing a new local song, The old colonist's song (to the tune of The fine old English Gentleman), at a public dinner in March 1851. He left permanently for Melbourne in January 1852, though paid a return visit to Adelaide with a theatrical company in the spring of 1855, billed than as being "of the Theatre Royal, Melbourne". He also spent time during the 1850s performing in theatre and concerts in Ballarat and Bendigo.

An outline of his later career can be gleaned from the extracts below.


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. John Hampstead in the county of Middlesex in the year 1824; register 1813-40, page 203; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1118661:1558?tid=171071559 (PAYWALL)

No. 1618 / [1824] Janu'ry 18 / [born] Dec'r 25 / Charles Edward / [son of] Edward & Martha / Pugh / [Hampstead] / Victuraller

1853, marriage solemnized in the parish church in the parish of St. Leonard Shoreditch in the county of Middlesex; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31281_a101890-00123 (PAYWALL)

No. 479 / 1843 Nov. 30 St. Andrew's Day / Charles Edward Pugh / Of full age [sic] / Bachelor / Merchant's Clerk / 38 New North St / [father] Edward Pugh / Licensed Victualer
Elizabeth Stephen / Of full age / Spinster / Dressmaker / 40 Clifton St. / [father] Richard Stephens / Cattle Salesman . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", Adelaide Times [SA] (27 March 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207115257 

[Tuesday, 26th March] . . . Same day - The barque Samuel Boddington, 765 tons, Hurst, master, from London, the 6th December, and Plymouth the 31st of December . . . Passengers: . . . For Port Phillip: . . . Charles Walsh . . .

"GRAND HUNT AND DINNER AT KOORINGA", South Australian Gazette and Mining Journal (6 June 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195940091 

On Tuesday the 28th May a party of the lovers of this honoured old English sport met by appointment at the Miners' Arms . . . On Thursday evening the gentlemen of both hunting parties and their friends met to dine at the Miners' Arms, Kooringa . . . The cloth being removed, The Chairman called on all to fill a bumper . . . His Royal Highness Prince Albert was next given, and the usual loyal toasts followed, all of which were cheerfully responded to.
Song - "King of the Forest Glade," sung in admirable style by Mr. Charles Walsh . . .
Song - "Oh! My Eye, what a Row," by Mr. Walsh . . .
Several more good songs followed by Mr. Chas. Walsh and others . . .

"BURRA BURRA", South Australian Gazette and Mining Journal (15 June 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195940148 

A Concert took place at the Burra Burra Hotel, on Thursday evening last week, for the benefit of Mr. Charles Walsh, on which occasion he was rewarded with a bumper, numbers being compelled to return home on account of not being able to obtain admission. Mr. Walsh was ably supported by Mr. Allen and Mr. Ross. At the request of several influential friends, Mr. Walsh promises another vocal treat in a fortnight.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (29 October 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38439165 

Mr. A. Moore's GRAND PROMENADE CONCERTS . . .
the SECOND PROMENADE CONCERT of the series will take place This Evening . . .
A. Moore is happy to state that he has engaged the services of Mr. S. W. Wallace, who will lead the Orchestra.
The following is the PROGRAMME: - PART I.
1. Overture, "Le Cheval de Bronze," Auber - Orchestra.
2. Song, "The Standard Bearer," Lindpainter - Mr. Walsh . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Moore (violin); Spencer Wellington Wallace (violin, leader)

MUSIC: The standard bearer [Die Fahnenwacht] (Lindpainter)

"HOPE LODGE OF ODD FELLOWS", South Australian (31 October 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71627515 

The anniversary of the foundation of this Lodge was celebrated by a dinner at the Freemason's Tavern . . . "God save the Queen" (with accompaniment), well sung by Mr. Walsh, a new arrival . . .
Song -"My Skiff is on the Shore," Mr. Walsh . . .

"ANNUAL DINNER OF THE HOPE LODGE OF ODD FELLOWS", Adelaide Times (31 October 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article206987334 

. . . The toast having been drunk, the National Anthem was beautifully sung by Messrs. Mitchell, Harwood, and Charles Walsh, accompanied, on the piano by Mr. Bennett, with cornet-a-piston obligate by Messrs. Harwood, Jun. and McCullagh . . .
Song - "Tubal Cain," Mr. Walsh, encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas and William Harward (vocalist, musician); George Bennett (piano); Robert McCullagh (musician)

[Advertisement], South Australian (25 November 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71627705 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. MR. J. LAZAR'S FAREWELL BENEFIT.
And positively the last performance at this Theatre.
THIS EVENING, NOVEMBER 25th. MR. G. COPPIN, IN two of his most favorite characters.
Herr Huenerbein, Herr Mater, Mr. P. Lee, Mr. C. Walsh, Mr. Wallace, Herr Cranz, and Mr. Opie . . .
GRAND MUSICAL MELANGE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Lazar (actor, manager); George Coppin (actor, manager, vocalist); August Huenerbein (musician); Charles Mater (musician); Philip Lee (violin); August Cranz (musician); Edward Opie (scenic artist, actor); Queen's Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"OPENING OF THE NEW VICTORIA THEATRE", Adelaide Times (28 December 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article206988689 

Last night commenced a new era for theatricals in South Australia, by the opening of the new Victoria Theatre . . . The entertainments commenced with the band, led by Mr. Moore, playing the national anthem . . . A [REDACTED] song by Mr. Squash, and a sentimental one by Mr. C. Walsh, the latter gentleman a great acquisition to the establishment, were succeeded by the musical farce of "Love laughs at locksmiths" . . . Coppin playing his favourite role of Risk . . .

"THE NEW THEATRE", South Australian Register (3 January 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38444868 

. . . As an interlude between this and the concluding piece, Mr. Walsh sang "The Bay of Biscay," in character. We were much pleased to hear this gentlemen sing a good standard song, having always entertained a high opinion of his powers, which he too often throws away on compositions unworthy of him. His rendering of this most popular song was strikingly good, and would not suffer in comparison with the achievements of some of the best English vocalists; it was deservedly much applauded . . .

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", Adelaide Times (3 January 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207066155 

. . . Mr. C. W. Walsh's song of the "Standard bearer" was sung to some new tune, which nobody had ever heard before, but a few ragamuffins in the pit and gallery had the bad taste to encore the wretched tap-room doggrel, which was afterwards sung even worse, if possible, than before. Mr. Walsh is no singer, and it shows a great deal of assurance in him to open his mouth before a public audience. Let him watch those who encore him, and see if they are apparently good judges of vocal or instrumental music! . . .

"MADAME F. ALLEN'S CONCERT", Adelaide Times (14 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207067708 

. . . We must compliment Mr. Walsh on his improvement since we heard him at the Theatre. His voice is an excellent one, and with study he ought to turn out a capital singer; we have seldom heard Wallace's song "In happy moments" rendered better . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Francesca Allen (vocalist)

"OLD COLONISTS' FESTIVAL", Adelaide Times (28 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207068058 

Yesterday will be long remembered as the first occasion upon which the Old Colonists as a body assembled to commemorate the successful issue of the experiment which was commenced in earnest 14 years ago by the sale of the land upon which this city stands . . . Mr. Walsh sung, in fine style, the following piece, composed expressly for the occasion by Mr. George Bennett: -
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN ANTHEM.
Let all our cares and griefs be drowned!
With joy let every bosom bound!
Voices and instruments resound!
It is our festal day! . . .
Mr. Walsh was rapturously encored, and the Anthem was again sung, the intrinsic merit of the music exciting very general admiration . . .
The toast was received with full honours, and followed by the song written for the occasion, and set to the tune of the "Fine Old English Gentleman." The execution of Mr. Walsh did full justice to it, and the chorus was given once more . . .

"MRS. JUPP'S EVENING CONCERT", Adelaide Observer (12 April 1851), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article165042867 

. . . Mr. Walsh and Mr. Daniel need no special praise, being so generally appreciated. They have both of them magnificent voices, and the critic has no right to look for that nice cultivation of tone and expression which he demands from a professional singer . . . Song - "My Skiff is on the shore," Mr. Walsh . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Jupp (vocalist); Josiah Wyke Daniel (vocalist)

"KOORINGA CONCERTS", Adelaide Observer (3 May 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article165043270 

Mr. George Bennett's concert on Friday the 25th instant, at the Barra Hotel, Kooringa, was well attended. The programme was judiciously selected, including the favourite "Old Colonists' Song," "Adelaide Polka," and Jetty Treff's celebrated song, "Trab, Trab, Trab," as well as many other charming songs, duets, and an overture, all of which gave the utmost satisfaction to the auditory . . . The "Old Colonists' Song," by Mr. C. Walsh, was exceedingly well sung; it elicited much applause, and was encored. Mr. Walsh's improved voice and better management of it since his sojourn in Adelaide are sufficiently obvious. We were better pleased with his singing on this than on any former occasions . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Jetty Treffz (Austrian vocalist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (17 May 1851), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38448203 

TAKE NOTE!!! EVANS'S COAL HOLE, LUMBER TROOP HALL, CYDER CELLARS, GARRICK'S HEAD, BOW STREET.
CLUB-HOUSE HOTEL, Hindley-street. - This spacious and commodious Tavern being now complete in every department, the Proprietor begs to inform the Public of Adelaide and Country Settlers visiting the City, that every attention will be paid to those parties who will honour him with their patronage.
In order to conduce to the comfort of Gentlemen residing in the City, a permanent engagement has been entered into with Mr. Charles Walsh to conduct the Evening's Amusement in the Large Hall in the style of the London Cyder Cellars . . .

"BENCH OF MAGISTRATES", South Australian Register (9 September 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38449674 

The following Transfers of General licences were granted from . . . Edward Hales Taylor to Charles Edward Walsh, The Billy Barlow in Currie-street . . .

"BENCH OF MAGISTRATES", South Australian Register (9 December 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38440609 

The following Transfers of General Licences were granted: From . . . Charles Walsh to John White, the Billy Barlow, Light-square . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (13 January 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38455141 

. . . MR. WILLIAMS acquaints his friends that several of "THE RIGHT SORT," who are just "OFF TO THE DIGGINGS," will MEET THIS EVENING at his House for a PARTING JOLLIFICATION . . .
Mr. C. WALSH will sing in character "Billy Barlow's Farewell on Going to the Diggings" (written expressly for the occasion), accompanied by OLD JOE on the piano forte . . .

"CLEARED OUT", Adelaide Observer (24 January 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article160108144 

Wednesday, January 21 . . . Same day - The schooner Margaret and Agnes, 105 tons, Ling, master, for Melbourne. Passengers . . . C. Walsh . . .

Melbourne and VIC (January 1852 to August 1855):

"THE CONCERT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (25 March 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255611313 

The following is the Programme of the Concert for this evening -
PART I . . . Melody - Maid of Llangollen, Mr. Chas Walsh . . .
PART II . . . Song - The Exile's Farewell, Mr. Chas. Walsh . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thursday Concerts (series); probably Julius Buddee (accompanist)

"THE CONCERT", The Argus (1 April 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4784131 

The following is the programme of the Concert to be held in the Mechanics' Institution this evening:
PART I . . . Song - Marina, (by particular desire,) Mr. Charles Walsh.
PART II . . . Song - Roy's Wife of Aldivalloch, Mr. Walsh . . .

"THURSDAY'S CONCERT", The Argus (7 April 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4784216 

The following is the programme of tomorrow's performance:
PART I . . . Song -The toast be dear woman, Mr. Walsh . . .
PART II . . . Song - The Maids of Merry England, Mr. Walsh . . .

[Playbill] 19 November 1853, Rowe's American Circus, Melbourne; National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/7919387 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-52754490 (DIGITISED)

THE SECOND GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT, Will take place on
SATURDAY EVENING, NOV. 19, Under the direction of MR. ALFRED OAKEY . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . SONG, "The death of Nelson." - MR. WALSH. With Orhcestral accompaniments . . .
PART II . . . COMIC SONG, "The Angels Whisper." - MR. WALSH . . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Oakey (conductor); Rowe's American Circus (Melbourne venue)

"BENDIGO (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) Sandhurst, January 18th, 1854 . . . THEATRE ROYAL", The Argus (23 January 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802312 

Our pretty little theatre, which was opened so auspiciously, has gone on in a very favorable and satisfactory manner . . . Mr. Walsh performs excellently in comic characters, singing a capital comic song, and represents bluff, hearty fellows first-rate. His Mr. Fact in Time tries All, was really excellent . . . Mr. Gregg is a gentlemanly actor . . . I must not omit noticing Mr. Thatcher's songs respecting the diggings - composed and sung by himself . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist, actor); Charles Thatcher (vocalist, songwriter)

[Advertisement], The Age (18 January 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154859897 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. This Evening. For the Benefit of Mr. Charles Walsh.
THE INCHCAPE BELL. To be followed by an interlude in which Billy Barlow will give his opinions.
To conclude with the Grand Pantomime out of DON JUAN, in which the talented Chambers Family will appear.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Chambers and family (dancers)

Adelaide, SA (26 August to September 1855):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", Adelaide Times (27 August 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207073049 

Sunday, August 26 - The steamer White Swan, 332 tons, McEwan, from Melbourne the 22nd August, and from Portland the 23rd August. Kirkwood, agent. Passengers - . . . Mrs. Downey, Mrs. Quin, Miss Anna Maria Quinn. and Messrs. J. H. Vinson, . . . Downey, C. H. Walsh . . . and Griffin, in the cabin . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (27 August 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207073038 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. N. L. GRIFFIN, sole lessee and manager.
Stage Manager - Mr. CHARLES WALSH.
Leader of the Orchestra - Mr. CHAPMAN.
THE MANAGER . . . having leased the above Theatre, will OPEN it for a Dramatic Season on
WEDNESDAY EVENING, 29th August, 1855 . . .
MR. CHARLES WALSH, of the Theatre Royal Melbourne, his first appearance here these four years.
An engagement has been entered into with the celebrated Juvenile Artiste - MISS ANNA MARIA QUIN . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Nathaniel Lewis Griffin (actor, manager); William Chapman (leader); Anna Maria Quinn (actor, vocalist)

[2 articles] South Australian Register (6 September 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49300883 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . The indisposition of Mr. Vinson, it was announced, rendered an alteration of the cast necessary, go that Mr. C. Walsh, set down in the bills for the Baron Steinforth had to undertake at short notice the Polonius-like character of Old Solomon, and acquitted himself (so long as he adhered to the text) capitally. He has, however acquired a habit of indulging in what the players call a "gag," which he would do well to reform altogether . . .

PORT ADELAIDE THEATRE . . .
To suit the taste of nautical visitors Mr. C. Walsh (the celebrated baritone) will sing Dibdin's song, "Will Watch" . . .

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", Adelaide Observer (8 September 1855), 4 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158105389 

. . . Mr. Charles Walsh was encored in his interlude song of "The First Cannon Shot" . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (25 September 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207073715 

NAPOLEON HOTEL. MR. RAMSAY'S, KING WILLIAM-STREET, ADELAIDE.
THIS EVENING, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25.
COMPLIMENTARY BENEFIT TO MR. CHARLES WALSH.
TT being the intention of our old favourite Mr. CHARLES WALSH to return to Melbourne to procure an Equestrian Company for this City, a number of old colonists anxious to testify their regard to him intend giving him a
COMPLIMENTARY BENEFIT at the above Splendid Hotel, this evening, Tuesday, September 25, 1855.
In the course of the evening Mr. C. W. will sing several of his popular and celebrated songs, including:
"Cheer! Boys Cheers!" "The First Cannon Shot," "The Death of Nelson," "The World is on the Move," and the Tragic History of the "Babes in the Wood."
Pianist and Conductor, Herr Ritchley. To commence at 8 o'clock.
Admission 3s. each. September 25, 1855.

1855-1869 (mainly based in Melbourne and Victoria, but toured widely):

"THINGS THEATRICAL", The Hobarton Mercury (24 March 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3337857 

THE City of Hobart will bring the "corps dramatique," engaged by Mr. Watson for his ensuing campaign at the Victoria. Amongst the arrivals will be Mr. and Mrs Poole, Mr. N. Warner, the celebrated American Tragedian Mr. Wolfe, Charley Walsh, a great favourite with our neighbours, both as an actor and a vocalist; Mr. and Mrs. Cox, and Miss Julia Matthews, of whom the critics speak of such high terms of eulogy . . .

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (9 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2501726 

"THE MONTEZUMA", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (29 June 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66042913 

This theatre was re-opened last Monday evening under the management of Mr. J. P. Hydes . . . The evening's amusement was wound up with the musical farce of the Waterman, in which Mr. Walsh and Mrs. Dale distinguished themselves by their rendering of the various favorite songs which constitute the principal feature of the piece. The house was well attended, and the visitors appeared to be perfectly satisfied with their theatrical treat.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Proctor Hydes (manager); Elinor Dale (actor, vocalist); Montezuma Theatre (Ballarat venue)

PIECE: The waterman (Dibdin)

"CRITERION CONCERT HALL", The Star (28 March 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66334833 

This magnificent room will open this evening as a concert hall under the management of Mr. C. Walsh. Among the list of vocalists engaged is Miss Chalker . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marie Chalker (vocalist)

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (22 September 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201377161 

Mr. Colville has become the lessee of this theatre, and he has initiated his reign with a bold stroke in favour of "black lyrics." The San Francisco Minstrels form a band of some seven or eight performers, and what they do is undoubtedly very clever. Mr. Walsh, who, since we saw him last, has adopted burnt cork - we trust to the advantage of his complexion - has a beautiful baritone, and sings in an unaffected, although not uncultivated, style. Mr. O. Burbank is an excellent dancer and a capital burlesque actor, and Mr. D. Carson, as a low comedian, need not fear comparison with any competitor of the same line. Mr. Demerest's utilities as a mock danseuse are well-known, and Mr. J. O. Pierce unites in himself many of the qualities of a good vocal and instrumental musician. The house has been exceedingly well attended.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Colville (lessee, proprietor); Otto Burbank (minstrel); Dave Carson (minstrel); George Washington Demerest (minstrel); John Ottis Pierce (minstrel); San Francisco Minstrels (troupe)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 January 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13062203 

MR. CHARLES WALSH, the originator of the Company known as the Buckley Minstrels, respectfully announces that he and Mr. THOMAS WILSON have ceased to be members of the same.
CHARLES WALSH'S SERENADERS, including the celebrated Mr. J. M. FOANS and his extraordinary pupil, HARRY RICE, will shortly appear.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Milton Foans (minstrel, serenader); Buckley Minstrels (troupe)

England (c. 1867-81):

[Telegraphic news], Weekly Times [Melbourne, VIC] (27 November 1869), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article220404393 

. . . Charley Walsh, who has just concluded a two years' engagement at Birmingham, has transferred his services to the new East London Theatre . . .

"NOTES ON ENGLISH THEATRICALS", The Australasian (18 December 1869), 18

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138061981 

Mr. J. B. Howe, who announces his departure for Melbourne by the Great Britain on the 29th of March, 1870, has been playing a farewell London engagement at the East London Theatre, Whitechapel-road, at which establishment Mr. Charles Walsh, an old Melbourne actor, was also engaged . . .

Charley Walsh is at the East London Theatre. The manager, Mr. M. Abrahams, who has been playing the leading character there of Wykcedwulf, was recently taken suddenly ill in the middle of the performance. The piece, however, went on without any interruption; Charley Walsh taking the part with great ability at a moment's notice, and achieving such a success that he has continued it ever since.

"THE 'INIMITABLE' IN LONDON", Daily Southern Cross [NZ] (12 January 1872), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18720112.2.25 

We have received the following characteristic letter from Mr. C. R. Thatcher, which will be read with interest by his many friends in the colonies: -

. . . A short time since I bethought me of an old theatrical crony, Charley Walsh, with whom I sang in the first theatre that was opened on Bendigo in 1854, and hearing that he was playing at the Pavilion, in the Whitechapel Road, I went there, found him out before the play commenced, and he introduced me to the proprietor, an Israelite, and a smart business man, who generously presented me with a ticket to the boxes to see a four-act drama, entitled "£20,000 a-year." As my friend Charley was to appear in it, I resolved to sit it out reckless of consequences. Let me say that the Pavilion Theatre is one of the largest in London, about the same size as the Theatre Royal, Melbourne, but has not the same number of tiers. The piece de resistance I have already said was "£20,000 a-year," and we find that next to being in possession of that coveted sum, the best thing is to see and envy those who are. I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed it. Act 1st, shews us the heir, Gage Mortimer, just come into the possession of the estate with an enormous rent-roll, and an unjust steward, and my friend Charley Walsh dressed (as a virtuous fanner should be) in an antideluvian velveteen coat, a figured waistcoat a yard and a quarter long, a chapeau, (a cross between a cocked-hat and a wide-a-wake), and top boots that breathed integrity. The honest rustic complains to the squire that the steward has deprived him of his farm, and Gage Mortimer, the said squire, tells him he shall have it back, to the deafening cheers of the clodpoles around . . . The theatre "was crowded in all parts, and the greatest applause was manifest when any virtuous sentiments were expressed; and when my friend, the honest farmer, on being bribed by the unjust steward, says "One greater than the Squire has planted honor and honesty," putting his hand on his large-figured waist-coat, there was loud cheering. Such is the pabulum which an East End audience crowds to see. I must say that the acting was good, and the scenery, dresses, and appointments first-rate. As regards music halls you are everlastingly commanded to "give your orders." The men singers are mostly very good hornpipe dancers, and the females betraying more leg than is warranted by the cold weather. The music of the songs is very good, but the words trashy. The most enjoyable entertainment of late has been the Promenade Concerts at Drury Lane, with high tone singers, and a orchestra of 70 or 80, with Benedict conducting . . . But must conclude. -
Believe me, yours faithfully, CHARLES R. THATCHER. - London, 2nd November.

"Theatrical Items", The Herald (21 September 1875), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244174972 

We (Bendigo Independent) make the following extract from a letter received from Mr. G. H. Leonard . . . Charley Walsh, an old colonial actor, has retired from the stage, and opened a refreshment-room at Wolverhampton; I met him in Birmingham during my engagement there . . .

Melbourne, VIC (1881-1902):

[Advertisement], The Age (27 October 1882), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198564628 

CUP Day. - Up-country Visitors. - Good accommodation at Charley Walsh's, Prince of Wales, Otter-st., Collingwood.

"ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS", The Lorgnette (7 November 1888), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article212658710 

. . . Charles Walsh (Pugh) is living at Fitzroy. Exact address not known." For the information of yourself and that journal we may state that the above erstwhile popular actor - then known as Charley Walsh - was for many years landlord of an hotel in Wellington street, Collingwood, and at the present time is, as C. W. Pugh, the respected boniface of the Adam and Eve Hotel, Flinders street east.

"FIRST GOLDFIELDS DRAMATIC COMPANY IN AUSTRALIA (BY THE VETERAN AUSTRALIAN ACTOR, LACHLAN McGOWAN)", Bendigo Advertiser (14 January 1899), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article89456330 

. . . Mr. Charles Walsh (Pugh) was another excellent all round actor and vocalist. Good, jovial, cheery Charlie always laughing with that good-natured face of his. He could sing a good song. "Old Tubal Cain" and "The Flying Dutchman" were great favorites of his. He was an Englishman, and commenced his professional career at Adelaide (S.A.) Many years ago he visited the old country, making a long stay there. He returned to Melbourne some 10 or 12 years since and entered, upon hotel business, and for seven or eight years past the jovial host of a well-known hostelry in Little Flinders-street . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lachlan McGowan (actor)

"DEATHS", The Age (14 May 1902), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199389570 

PUGH - On the 12th May, at Melbourne, Charles Edward Walsh Pugh, of the Shepherds' Arms Hotel, Smith-street, Fitzroy, aged 78 years. Home papers please copy.

"DEATHS", The Argus (15 May 1902), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9078414 

PUGH. - On the 12th May, at Melbourne, Charles Edward Pugh (Charley Walsh), dearly loved husband of Isabel Lucy Pugh, aged 78. English papers please copy.

"CHARLES EDWARD PUGH. A STURDY TRADE CHAMPION", Sportsman (21 May 1902), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article227536629 

Licensed Victuallers throughout Victoria will regret to hear of the death of Mr. C. E. Pugh, an old Licensed Victualler, and always a sturdy champion of Trade interests. The sad event took place at the deceased gentleman's late residence, the Shepherd's Arms Hotel, Smith-street, Fitzroy, on the 12th inst. Born on Christmas Day, 1824 [sic, 1823], at the Royal Victory Hotel, Hampstead, London, Charley" Pugh was born and nursed in the Trade. No wonder then he was ever to be found fighting "fads" and fanatics. His first license was "Job's Castle," Holloway, which he conducted until the news of the gold diggings in Victoria and the gigantic fortunes made by lucky miners arrived in England. Mr. Pugh came to Victoria, and started life as a comedian under the nom de theatre of "Charley Walshe;" and it is a pathetic coincidence that the first and favorite song he sang on the boards was the last he sang in this world - viz., "Oft in the Stilly Night" - which he sang a few weeks before his death. As Charley Walshe be gained a high reputation as an all-round comedian and vocalist, and up to the end his voice maintained its melody and resonance. The writer remembers one evening at "Fred" Salmon's Hotel, Bendigo, in company with Jacob Cohn, the brewer, and a number of Old Bendigonians after a meeting in connection with the Golden Square local option poll. We were having a pleasant evening, and Mr. Pugh favored the company with a few songs, which he originally sang in the old Princess' Theatre, Bendigo, in 1852, then a canvas concern under the management of Wallack and Cohen.

"By the way," addressing Jacob Cohen, "what became of Cohn [sic], Wallack's partner? I could never find out what became of him." "Oh he is still in Bendigo," replied Mr. Cohn. "Well, I would like to see him," said Pugh. "Well, if you look at me you'll see him, for I am the person. And surely you must be Charley Walshe!" And thus was a friendship of over forty years renewed. Most of those present on that memorable evening when the incident was mentioned recognised in C. W. Pugh, the man who was then with them fighting the cause of the Trade, their old-time favorite of the Princess' Theatre.

After a successful tour of the diggings, Mr. Pugh went to Adelaide and opened the concert room in connection with the Black Swan Hotel, which he conducted for some time. He returned to England in 1869, and in 1881 came back to Melbourne and took the Prince of Wales Hotel, Otter-street, Collingwood, from another old-time disciple of the "sock and buskin," "Charley" Benson. 'Twas while mine host of the Prince of Wales that he had the memorable encounter with the Rev. Mr. Yelland at a public meeting held in Collingwood, ostensibly to discuss the liquor question, but really to advance the candidature of "Jimmy" Munro, who was opposing Dr. Beaney for the Legislative Council. The speaker referred to hotels as "hell traps," which brought Pugh on the platform with one bound, and, throwing his coat off, he soon had the dovecote fluttering considerably. Yelland banged one end of the table, and Pugh as vigorously thumped the other. The chairman was powerless, and the audience equally divided. The rev. gentleman, divested of his charity and manners, hurled anathema at the publican, and the publican, with sleeves tucked up, was ready to hurl his defamer into the middle of his admirers. Eventually order was restored, and the intrepid publican scored by getting a good hearing and dishing his opponent badly.

After leaving the Prince of Wales Mr. Pugh took the Hen and Chickens, in Flinders-lane, where, some seven years ago, he, unfortunately, lost his eyesight. The deceased gentleman was one of the sturdiest supporters of Trade interests, and was a most effective platform speaker. He was a member of the committee of Victorian United Licensed Victuallers' Association, and was for some time a vice-president. In company with Mr. P. Daly, then secretary of the association, he conducted the local option campaigns at Golden Square, Bendigo, and later at Eaglehawk, on both occasions defeating the Victorian Alliance and their satellites badly. He was in his 78th year, and had suffered severely for some time prior to his death.

The funeral took place on Thursday, and we deeply regret to say that of those who followed the remains of the old veteran to his long home, P. H. Reynolds (of the Cathedral Hotel, City), C. Jory (Universal Hotel, Fitzroy), A. McMaster (Grace Darling Hotel, Collingwood), and P. Daly were the only representatives of a body who owed the deceased an extensive debt of gratitude. Two old members of the theatrical profession in the persons of "Josh" Hayward and T. B. Browning also put in an appearance. The Rev. Dr. Strong performed the last obsequies. "Vale, Old Friend."

"SOME RECOLLECTIONS OF PLAYS AND PLAYERS OF THE BALLARAT STAGE IN THE FIFTYS AND SIXTYS", Fitzroy City Press (8 June 1906), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65662320 

. . . I had almost forgotten Charlie Walsh, the singer and actor, famous here for singing "Will Watch, the Bold Smuggler," and cigars and cognac, and he was clown in the pantomime. I believe he is alive yet somewhere in Melbourne . . .

[Joseph Michael Forde], "MUMMER MEMOIRS", Sydney Sportsman (28 October 1908), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166739378 

. . . Mr. W. H. Ford, refers to that fine old-time actor, Mr. Charles Walsh Pugh. Mr. Ford has fallen into some errors as regards Mr. Pugh, and his family, with whom I am very friendly, have asked me to send you a correction. In the first place, Mr. Pugh arrived in 1851, not 1847. They also demur to his being called a "thin, small man" - as a matter of fact, up to a few months before his death, in May, 1902, he weighed close upon thirteen stone. No doubt Mr. Ford remembered him as very much heavier. Mr. Pugh went to England in the late sixties, and returned in 1881, when he became landlord of the Prince of Wales Hotel, Otter-street, Collingwood. Mr. Ford states that Mrs. Walsh was dead in 1898. She died in May, 1908 - 10 years after - at the Flinders Hotel, Flinder's-lane, where the family still carry on the business. Any interested person calling there will be shewn, for the asking, various stage daggers, spurs, and other articles presented to the late Mr. Pugh by G. V. Brooke, Barry Sullivan, and other tragedians. Mr. Walsh Pugh's last appearance on the stage was about 1882, as The Giant in "Jack, the Giant-killer." He had a splendid base voice, and made an excellent Hecate in "Macbeth." Mr. Pugh's family will be pleased if you will publish this . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Michael Forde (stage historian); William Henry Ford (stage historian)




WALSH, William Horatio (William Horatio WALSH; the Rev. W. H. WALSH)

Musical amateur, president, Sydney Choral Society

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-462278 (NLA persistent identifier)




WALSHE, William Sesnan (William Sesnan WALSHE)

Tenor vocalist, actor

Born Geelong, VIC, July 1857; son of John Sesnan WALSHE (d. 1870) and Maria PURCELL (d. 1873)
Died Harrogate, England, 5 August 1910

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALSHE-William-Sesnan (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Documentation:

[News], The Argus (29 March 1880), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5980018

At St. Patrick's Cathedral yesterday, a cantata "Laudate Dominum de coelis" arranged for solo, duet and chorus, and written expressly for the Easter Sunday services was performed by the choir. The composer was Mr. C. A. Tracy the cathedral organist. Haydn's Imperial Mass was performed, the leading soprano being Madame Fanny Simonsen, contralto Mrs. Tracy, tenor Mr. Walshe, bass Mr. Rainford. An efficient chorus of about 50 voices assisted . . . The attendance at the Juvenile Exhibition on Saturday was again very large, numbering 2,800 . . . Mrs. Cutter, Mrs. Smythe, and Mrs. Perraton each sang some very pleasing songs, as did also Messrs. Walshe, Bergin and Moyle . . . The final quartette "The Blue Bells of Scotland" was rendered in a very pleasing manner by Mrs. Smythe, Mrs. Cutter, Mr. Walshe, and Mr. Bergin, and the concert generally reflected credit on the conductor, Mr. Summers.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and Maria Tracy (composer and organist, vocalist); Joseph Summers (conductor); Fanny Simonsen (vocalist); Thomas Harris Rainford (vocalist); Cassie Cutter (vocalist); Amelia Smythe (vocalist); Mary Ann Perraton (vocalist)

"ENTERTAINMENTS", The Australasian (22 September 1883), 18

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article137592247

At the Princess's on Saturday night last, Mr. William Walshe, a gentleman with an excellent tenor voice, a good appearance, an intelligent manner, and who, moreover has enjoyed the good voice-training which is to be obtained by a course of study under that mistress of her art, Madame Lucy Chambers, made his first appearance. He was well received, and he deserved the reception. The part of the War Correspondent does not perhaps give a very abundant opportunity for display, but it enabled one to judge very fairly of the debutant; and so he may be congratulated upon the success he won.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lucy Chambers (vocalist, teacher)

"An Australian Tenor", Table Talk (14 December 1888), 16

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146022891

Mr. William Walshe, the young Australian tenor was born in Geelong in July 1858 [sic, 1857], but has lived in Melbourne since he was two years old. In 1881, he began to be known as an excellent oratorio singer in such works as The Messiah, The Creation, The Seasons and The Redemption - in connection with the Philharmonic Society. Mr. Walshe was also a performing member of the Metropolitan Liedertafel for a couple of years. For a considerable time he held a good position in the Water Rates Department, but the operatic stage tempting him, Mr. Walshe accepted an engagement from Miss Emelie Melville, then performing at the old Princess, and made his first appearance in opera on September 15, 1883, in the character of Julian Hardy (Fatinitza), when all the cricketers in Melbourne thronged to see their confrere, and gave him a reception that lasted nearly ten minutes, for Walshe had been a prominent member of the East Melbourne and Carlton Cricket Clubs. In 1884 he went with the Melville Opera Troupe to India and the East, but the company disintegrating, he joined the section under Mr. Edward Farley's management, and travelled for about two years through India, China and Japan with that gentleman returning to Australia and appearing in Sydney, in 1886, after which he joined the Verdi opera company for a short time. During the last two years Mr. Walshe has been engaged at all the leading Sydney concerts, and altogether has had a pretty varied experience of the musical and theatrical professions, but has always been a favorite with the public and with the performers, while his old friends of the cricketing clubs to which he belonged are very proud of him. Mr. Walshe received all his instructions from Madame Lucy Chambers. Recently he has been singing very successfully at the Opera House in connection with Mr. Simonsen's company in the Bohemian Girl and Maritana. He is a son of Mr. J. S. Walshe, who was killed in 1870, endeavouring to save the life of the Hon. G. P. Smith. While on the eastern tour, and later, Mr. Walshe has played the leading tenor parts in Fatinitza, Royal Middy, Grand Duchesse, Belle Helene, Prince Methusalem, Les Cloches de Corneville, Olivette, La Fille de Madame Angot, La Mascotte, Trial by Jury, Pinafore, Pirates of Penzance, Patience, Girofle, Perichole, Mikado, Bohemian Girl, Maritana, Trovatore, Faust, Lily of Killarney, and Carmen.

"THE LATE WILLIAM WALSHE", Sunday Times (2 October 1910), 18

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article123835058

In recording the death of William Sesan [sic] Walshe at the age of 60, the London "Era" of August 20 regretted the passing of "a talented actor, and accomplished musician." The Australian tenor had been in England since 1895 . . .




WALTERS, W. (W. WALTERS)

Musician, vocalist, concertina player

Active Bathurst, NSW, 1857; Beechworth, VIC, 1858

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALTERS-W (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (30 May 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62047566 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, DURHAM STREET.
MESSRS. SOMERS, WALTERS, & RAMSAY beg to inform the inhabitants of Bathurst and its vicinity, that they intend giving a series of Vocal and Instrumental Concerts at the
Royal Victoria Theatre, when they will introduce some of the Popular English, Irish, and Scotch Songs Airs of the day.
Also, the unrivalled JOCKEY DANCE in character.
CONCERT ON SATURDAY Evening, May 30th.
PROGRAMME.
PART 1.
Come to the Old Oak Tree - (Glee) - Company.
Norah McShane - Mr. Walters
Shakespeare's Seven Ages - (Comic Song) - Mr. Somers
Cheer, Boys Cheer - Mr. Walters
Solo - Flute (from La Somnambula) - Mr. Ramsay
Doctor Brown - (Comic Song in character). - Mr. Somers
White Squall - Mr. Walters
Air - Violin, Oh Nanny wilt thou gang wi me - Mr. Ramsay
You may talk of America (Irish Comic Song) - Mr. Somers
An interval of 20. minutes.
PART 2.
Far, Far, upon the Sea - Mr. Walters
Ladies' Darling- (Irish Comic Song) - Mr. Somers
Barny Avourneen - Mr. Walters
Scotch Air - Violin, Auld Robin Gray - Mr. Ramsay
Who'd a thought of seeing you - (Comic). - Mr. Somers
Man the Life Boat - Mr. Walters
To conclude with JOCKEY DANCE (in character) - Mr. Somers
Doors open at 7 o'clock, to commence at half-past 7 o'clock.
Prices of Admission: - Boxes, 4s.; Pit, 2s.
Tickets can be had at Mr. Crawley's "Red Lion" Inn, adjoining the Royal Victoria Theatre.

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, DURHAM STREET.
CONCERT ON MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 1. Entire change of Programme.
PROGRAMME.
PART 1.
What are the wild waves saying - duett - Messrs. Ramsay and Walters.
The Ladies' Man - comic song - Mr. Somers.
Shells of the Ocean - Mr. Walters.
Broth of a Boy - Irish comic song - Mr. Somers.
Solo, Flute - Mr. Ramsay.
Oh wilt thou be my Bride, Kathleen - Mr. Walters.
The Workhouse Boy - comic - Mr. Somers.
My Pretty Jane - Mr. Walters.
Irish Jig - Mr. Somers.
An interval of 20 Minutes. PART 2.
The Old Arm Chair - Mr. Walters.
St. Patrick was a Gentleman - Irish comic - Mr. Somers.
Bay of Biscay - Mr. Walters.
My Mother was a true born Irishman - comic - Mr. Somers.
Air, Flute - Last Rose of Summer - Mr. Ramsay.
Slave Chase - Mr. Walters.
To conclude with Medley Dance - Mr. Somers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: W. Ramsay (violinist)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (3 June 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62049868 

A concert was held at this theatre on the night of Saturday and Monday last. A well selected programme was provided for both occasions, but we regret to say that owing to the inclemency of the weather the attendance on the former evening was but small. Notwithstanding this drawback, the spirits of both performers and audience seemed to undergo no feeling of dampness, for several of the pieces were loudly cheered. On Monday the house was well filled, a large number of ladies attending, whose smiling faces fully attested the pleasure the entertainment afforded them. To make mention of individual excellence would be invidious, where every effort was made to gratify the public ear; but, if the rendering of one piece more than another deserved the applause it procured, it was that of the "Work-house Boy," by Mr. Somers, whose comic style of delivery caused irresistible merriment throughout the house. Mr. Walter's "Barney Avourneen," and Mr. Somers' "Paddy Malone," were rapturously encored. The jig and the medley dance were universally admired. The public of Bathurst would do well to avail themselves of the opportunity now given them of pleasantly spending a winter's evening.

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (6 June 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62053675 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, DURHAM STREET. CONCERT, on THURSDAY and SATURDAY, June 4th and 6th, on which occasion
Mr. DANIELS, of the Victoria Theatre, Sydney, will make his first appearance here in a COMIC DUET with Mr. Somers.
Irish Emigrant, &c., &c. - Mr. WALTERS.
Sailors Hornpipe, &c., &c. - Mr. SOMERS . . .

. . . CONCERT TO-NIGHT, SATURDAY.
PROGRAMME.
PART 1.
Cease your Clack (Comic Duet in Character) - Mr. Somers and Daniels
The Old Arm Chair - Mr. Walters
Tater Can (Comic Song) - Mr. Daniels
Widow Malone - Mr. Somers
Air - Flute - Mr. Ramsay
Slave Chase - Mr. Walters
Toddling off to Market (Comic) - Mr. Somers
Lord Lovel - Mr. Daniels
Irish Jig - Mr. Somers
An interval of 20 minutes.
PART 2.
The Thorn - Mr. Walters
Shocking Hard Times (Comic Song) - Mr. Daniels
Real Old Irish Gentleman - Mr. Somers
I'm Sitting on the Stile, Mary - Mr. Walters
Pat and the Barber - Mr. Daniels
To conclude with the
SAILOR'S HORNPIPE - Mr. Somers . . .

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (15 July 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62047333 

FREE CONCERT - FREE CONCERT!! THREE NIGHTS PER WEEK.
TO NIGHT WEDNESDAY, FIRST NIGHT, FRIDAY, AND SATURDAY.
MR. D. CRAWLEY, BEGS to inform the inhabitants of Bathurst, that after great expense and trouble he is enabled to open the splendid Saloon, adjoining the bar, and trusts he may meet with the patronage of the public, having succeeded in securing the services of
MR. W. WALTERS, the favorite Vocalist and Concertina player.
Mr. H. H. DANIELS, whose comic celebrity and happy witticisms have called forth rapturous applause from a Bathurst audience &c.
And that talented Violinist MR. W. RAMSAY.
Doors open at 7 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: H. H. Daniels (vocalist)

"TUENA CREEK (From a Correspondent)", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (2 December 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article118245379 

. . . Mr. James Bright, of the Travellers' Rest, opened his new Theatre of Arts, on Saturday, to a crowded audience. Indeed, had the Theatre been larger it would have been filled, as, besides the Theatre being fill, his house was crowded inside and out, and the performance went off in first-rate style. There cannot be too much credit given to Mr. H. H. Daniels for the superior manner in which the whole contrivance was worked, and the way in which he varied the entertainment with comic songs, after every one of which he was cheered and encored. He was kindly assisted by Messrs. Walters and Ramsay, our old friends, who, with their usual liberality, offered their valuable services on the occasion. The affair was conducted very well, as up to the time I left there had been no row or the least extra noise. In fact it was quite astonishing, where so many of us diggers were assembled together, to see so much good fellowship shown one to another. I may, in conclusion, say that it is one of the quietest diggings I have been on, and I have been on a few. - November 25th, 1857.

"TUENA CREEK [FROM A CORRESPONDENT]", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (5 December 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62048769 

Having been lately very dull on Tuena Creek in the shape of amusement, we anxiously looked forward for Saturday night as a treat. Mr. Bright on that night opened his new Theatre of Arts, and I am happy to say we were not disappointed. The scenery and performance were of a superior character; and great praise is due to Mr. Daniels for his management of the amusements, which were agreeably varied in his comic singing, which was excellent, and was loudly encored. It is to be hoped that he may long remain with us, to afford us many pleasant evenings I must also mention the very sweet and appropriate music played by our old friends Walters and Ramsay. In referring to Mr. Walters' attempt, as he called it, of the Ship on fire, I must certainly say that in my poor estimation it was a very respectable effort.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (15 March 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113237110 

Concert. MESSRS. WRIGHT BROTHERS, Violinists, late of the Strand Theatre, London,
and Messrs. Walters and Daniels, of Sydney, have arrived in Beechworth, and will give their
VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL ENTERTAINMENTS, at Mooney's Concert Hall, Ford Street, on Monday, March 15th, and other evenings during the week.
Descriptive Scena, Songs, Ballads, Solos, (Violin,) Comic Songs, local and characteristic.
To commence at Eight o'clock. Admission, Front Seats, 2s.; Back Seats, 1s. Select Ball after Concert.

ASSOCIATIONS: Wright brothers (violinists)




WALTON, Mr. (Mr. WALTON)

Itinerant musician, singer, vocalist

Active Launceston, VDL (TAS), 1849

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALTON-Mr-VDL (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"VAGRANTS", Launceston Examiner (17 November 1849), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36258934 

On Thursday two ticket-of-leave men named Dennant and Walton, were charged by Mr. district constable Vanderville with being suspected characters - always hanging about public houses, and having no visible means of support. In their defence the prisoners said they had not been brought up to hard work, and that they used to get their living by singing songs for which they solicited contributions from their auditors. The police magistrate did not approve of their profession, considering they only adopted that course a for the purpose of insinuating themselves into the company of the ungarded to see what could be picked up, and they were both sent to the tread-mill for two months.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Dennant (itinerant musician)




WALTON, Humphrey William (Humphrey William WALTON; Mr. H. W. WALTON)

Musician, professor of music, viola (tenor) player, organist, ? blind organist, piano tuner and regulator

Born London, England, c. 1820-21; baptised St. Mary, Lambeth, 19 May 1824; son of Humphrey WALTON (1790-1835) and Sophia ROBINSON (c. 1784-1853)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 24 February 1838 (per Upton Castle, from Plymouth, 16 October 1837, aged "19")
Died Redfern, Sydney, NSW, 16 June 1871, aged "49/50"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Humphrey+Walton+d1871 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Summary:

Humphrey William Walton was a son of Humphrey Walton, a pianoforte maker, and Sophia Robinson, who had married at St. George, Hanover Square, London, on 22 September 1818. His grandfather, also Humphrey, was also a keyboard maker, who in 1787 patented improvements to the pianoforte.

Humphrey's birth year is unknown. He was baptised in May 1824 on the same day as his younger brother (William Henry, died 1825, aged "1"), and therefore probably born at least a year earlier. Calculated by his reported age of 49 at death in 1871, Humphrey was no more than 16 years old on arrival in Sydney in February 1838 (therefore born c. 1822); however, he was listed then as a "Teacher [of] Music" aged "19" (therefore born c. 1819, which seems too early by at least a year). Curiously, however, his sister Sophia (m. Walter U. Harris, NSW, 1851; d. 1881), baptised at St. George in the East on 19 November 1819, was at the same time listed as aged "18". Nevertheless, Humphrey was most probably the younger sibling, and born c. 1820-21.

They had come to the colony with their widowed mother, Sophia, as steerage passengers on the Upton Castle, the ship that brought incoming governor and his wife, George and Eliza Gipps, to the colony. Another Walton, unrelated, among the cabin passengers, a merchant listed in the manifest as John, though referred to (correctly) as Henry by his fellow passenger Robert William Wrede, was joining his brother Charles in Sydney (as commission agents, Henry and Charles Walton, advertised seraphines and pianos for sale in 1838). However, Wrede in his voyage journal (19 October 1837), also mentioned that, having a piano with him on board, he "procured a Lad out of the Steerage who played exceedingly well", plausibly Humphrey.

In 1838, the minute book of the committee of the Princes Street and Macquarie Street Wesleyan chapels, Sydney, recorded that a seraphine was acquired for the Macquarie Street Chapel, for £20 from the commission agent and auctioneer Samuel Hebblewhite [sic], and a "Mr. Walton" was to be allowed £25 a year for playing it (Rushworth 1988, 37).

Walton was listed among the instrumentalists at Eliza Bushelle's concert in December 1839, and at Isaac Nathan's oratorio in Sydney in June 1841.

Walton was "principal tenor" (viola) player at the first of Nathan's Australian Philharmonic Concerts in May 1844. With Spencer Wellington Wallace as leader of the band, "Mr. Walton" was "conductor" (piano accompanist) at Maria Hinckesman's concert in October 1846.

He was organist of St. Mary's cathedral, perhaps c. 1848-54.

According to a single later report by Flora Harris, who sang at St. Mary's from 1854, Walton was by then blind.


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Mary Lambeth in the county of Surrey in the year 1824; register 1820-27, page 113; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1913194:1558 (PAYWALL)

No. 903 / May 19 / William Henry Son of / Humphrey & Sophia / Walton / Doris Street / Piano Forte Maker . . .
No. 904 / May 19 / Humphrey William Son of / Humphrey & Sophia / Walton / Doris Street / Piano Forte Maker . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry was buried at St. Mary Lambeth on 1 May 1825, aged "1"

Journal, Robert William Wrede, extracts, London, 12 October 1837, to Sydney, 23 February 1838; National Library of Australia, MS 9929

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-547211304/view?partId=nla.obj-550098215#page/n10/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

Thursday 19th October 1837 . . . In the Evening I did my best on the Piano Forte and Seraphine, and deeply regretted that it was no better as I had the whole of the Cabin Passengers & Officers, as an audience; afterwards procured a Lad out of the Steerage who played exceedingly well . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert William Wrede (piano tuner, musical instrument importer)

List of passengers on board the Upton Castle, Thomas Williams, Commander, arrived Sydney, February 1838; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1210/images/imaus1787_081198-0056 (PAYWALL)

Cabin - Sir Geo. Gipps, Lady Gipps . . .
Rev'd Jno. Brady, [Rev'd] Ja's Gould . . . John Walton [sic], Mr. Wrede . . .
Steerage . . . Mrs. Walton, Seamstress / 53
Sophia Walton / Governess / 18
Mr. Humphrey [Walton] / Teacher [of] Music / 19 . . .
George Boulton / [Tailor] / 21 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George and Eliza Gipps (incoming governor and wife); James Alipius Goold (clergyman); Henry Walton (commission agent); Robert William Wrede (musical instrument importer); George Boulton (tailor, musical amateur)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", The Sydney Herald (26 February 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12860694

From Plymouth via the Cape of Good Hope, on Saturday last, having sailed from the former place October 16, and the latter the 1st January, 1838, the ship Upton Castle, 596 tons, Captain Thomas Williams, with merchandise. Passengers, His Excellency Sir George Gipps, Lady Gipps, and Master Gipps . . . John Walton [sic], and John Wredy [sic] . . . Mrs. Walton (sempstress), Sophia Walton (governess), W. Humphrey Walton (musician) . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (17 December 1839), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2544755

Royal Victoria Theatre.
MRS. BUSHELLE BEGS TO INFORM HER FRIENDS AND THE PUBLIC, THAT HER
CONCERT Of Vocal and Instrumental Music, on the same extensive scale as her last one, will take place
AT THE THEARE ROYAL, On WEDNESDAY the 18th Dec.,
SHE will be assisted, by Madame Gautrot; Miss Deane; Mr. Bushelle and Amateurs;
Monsieur Gautrot; Mr. S. W. Wallace; Mr. Leggatt; Mr. Deane; Mr. Worgan; Masters J. and E. Deane;
Mr. Wallace, sen.; Mr. Sippe; Mr. Curtis; Mr. Walton; several Amateurs; all the Theatrical Band;
and by Permission of COLONEL WODEHOUSE, THE BAND OF THE 50th REGIMENT.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Symphony - Beethoven - Full Orchestra . . .
2. - "Grand Air from the Pre aux Clercs," with Violin Obligato by Mons. Gautrot, with full Orchestral accompaniments - Mad. Gautrot . . .
PART II. Overture of The Marriage of Figaro - Mozart - Full Orchestra
1. - The celebrated Pollacca, from "I Puritani," Solo and Quartette (full Orchestral accompaniments) - - Mrs. Bushelle, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Worgan and Mr. Bushelle . . .
6 . - "The Soldier Tir'd," (with new Orchestral accompaniments by Monsieur Gautrot) - Mad. Gautrot . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza and John Bushelle (vocalists); Joseph and Madame Gautrot (vocalist, violinist); John Philip Deane and family (musicians); Spencer Wellington Wallace (musician); Spencer Wallace senior (musician); Thomas Leggatt (musician, vocalist); George William Worgan (vocalist); George Sippe (musician); Richard Curtis (musician); Band of the 50th Regiment (military band); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Australian (26 May 1840), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36862497 

CONCERT . . . MRS. BUSHELLE has the honor to announce that her
Concert will take place on TUESDAY, the 26th instant, at the THEATRE ROYAL;
she will be assisted by Miss Deane, Mr. Worgan, Mr. Deane and Sons, Mr. Leggatt,
Mr. Sippe, Mr. Curtis, Mr. Walton, Mr. Parbury all the Members of the Theatrical Orchestra,
Mr. Wallace, Mr. W. Wallace, and Mr. Bushelle.
Several Amateurs have also kindly offered their assistance.
PROGRAMME. - PART I. Overture - Full Orchestra
1. - Duet - Suoni la Tromba, from I Puritani (Cornetto Obligato Mr. Leggatt) Full Orchestral Accompaniments - Mrs. & Mr. Bushelle . . .
3. - Song - When time hath bereft thee - Orchestral Accompaniment - Auber - Mr. Bushelle . . .
6. - Aria - Sento destarmi inseno (as sung by Signor Tamburini, in the Schiava in Bagdad [Pacini]) Full Orchestral Accompaniments - Mr. Bushelle
7. - Bravura - To Norma's Arms - Full Orchestral Accompaniments - Bellini - Mrs. Bushelle . . .
PART II. Overture - Full Orchestra . . .
8. - Lo! the Factotum of this gay place (by desire) - Rossini - Mr. Bushelle . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Benjamin Portbury (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (8 July 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32183809 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. GRAND CONCERT . . .
MR. DEANE begs to inform his Friends . . . his Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music, will take place at the
THEATRE ROYAL on WEDNESDAY, July 8th, 1840,
He will he assisted by MRS. BUSHELLE, MADAME GAUTROT, MISS DEANE, MRS. CLANCY,
MR. BUSHELLE, MONSIEUR GAUTROT, MR. WORGAN, MR. WALLACE, MR. E. DEANE, MR. SIPPE, MR. CURTIS.
WR. WALTON, MR. PARBURY, MR. J. DEANE, of Parramatta,
All the Members of the Theatrical Orchestra, and several Amateurs who have kindly proferred their assistance.
Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. Wallace.
Conductor, Mr. Leggatt.
PART I. Overture - BAND . . .
2. Song - My Boyhood's home with Orchestral Accompaniments - Rooke - MRS. BUSHELLE . . .
PART II. Overture - Bronze Horse [Auber] - BAND . . .
5. Song - King Death With Orchestral Accompaniments - MR. BUSHELLE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Clancy (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (23 March 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31731242 

GRAND CONCERT . . . MRS. J. S. PROUT, PIANIST, begs to announce that her
CONCERT of Vocal and Instrumental Music will take place at the
Royal Victoria Theatre, Tomorrow, March 24.
She will be assisted by Mrs. Bushelle, Mr. Bushelle, Mr. Worgan, several vocal amateurs,
Mr. S. W. Wallace, Mr. T. Leggatt, Mr. Wallace, Mr. Deane, Mr. E. Deane, Mr. Sippe,
Mr. Walton, Mr. O'Flaherty, Mr. Curtis, Mr. Portbury, Mr. Pappin, Mr. Downes, and the other members of the theatrical orchestra.
Colonel French has also kindly allowed the use of the excellent Band of the 28th Regiment.
Leader, Mr. S. W. Wallace; Conductor, Mr. Leggatt.
A book containing the Italian Songs, with a correct translation, may be had at the doors of the Theatre.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture to Don Giovanni, Mozart, full orchestra.
Opening Scena and Pastorale, "Notte e Giorno" and Giovanette, from Mozart's celebrated Opera "Don Giovanni," full orchestral accompaniments, Mr. and Mrs. Bushelle, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Worgan, and Mr. Griffiths . . .
Song, "La Tremenda Ultrice Spada," from Bellini's Romeo, orchestral accompaniments, Mrs. Bushelle
Song, "As I view these Scenes so charming," from the Somnambula, orchestral accompaniments, Mr. Bushelle . . .
Song, "Auld Robin Gray," with quintett accompaniments, and oboe obligato, Mr. Leggatt and Mrs. Bushelle.
Song, "Largo all Factotum," with full orchestral accomplishments, Mr. Bushelle.
PART II. Overture to Ludovic, Herold, full orchestra.
Solo, "Joy's bright Fountain;" Chorus, "Hail to the Queen!" full orchestral accompaniments, Mrs. Bushelle and all the Vocalists.
Song, "When Time hath bereft thee," (by desire) full orchestral accompaniments, Auber, Mr. Bushelle . . .
The Buffo Duet, "All'Idea," with full orchestral accompaniments, Rossini, Mr. and Mrs. Bushelle . . .
The favourite Polacca in the Puritani, Solo and Quartett, with orchestral accompaniments, Mrs. Bushelle, Mr. Bushelle, Mr. Worgan, and Mr. Leggatt . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Prout (pianist, harpist); William Griffiths (vocalist); Henry Charles O'Flaherty (musician); Stephen Pappin (musician); William Downs (musician); Band of the 28th Regiment (military band)

"The Oratorio", The Sydney Monitor (2 July 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32189723

This Festival, to which the musical portion of the community of the colony had been looking forward for so long a time with the greatest interest, took place in St. Mary's Cathedral, on Wednesday the 30th ultimo . . . Before we enter upon a description of the performance itself, we give a list of those artists by whom it was executed . . .
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMERS. Mrs. Prout, Mr. Wallace, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Deane, Mr. John Deane, Mr. Edward Deane,
Mr. William Deane, Mr. Wallace, sen., Mr. O'Flaherty, Mr. Portbury, Mr. Sippe, Mr. Meyer,
Mr. Strong, and Mr. Walton; with the kind assistance of the gentlemen amateurs from the Cecilian Society, and (by permission of Colonel French) of the Band of the 28th regiment.
Leader, Mr. Wallace; Conductor, Mr. Leggatt. The whole under the entire management of Mr. Nathan, who presided at the organ . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Isaac Nathan (conductor); George Strong (musician); Edward Myers (musician); Cecilian Society (organisation)

[Advertisement], Sydney Free Press (17 February 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226357059 

Royal Victoria Theatre. First Night of the Season.
STAGE MANAGER, MR. SIMMONS. ACTING-MANAGER, MR. SIMES.
THE ORCHESTRAL DEPARTMENT Will consist of
MR. S. W. WALLACE, Leader, Mr. Deane, Master Deane, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Wallace, sen.,
Mr. Walton, Mr. Portbury, Mr. Pappin, Mr. Sippe, Mr. Robertson, Master Strong, Mr. Boyle, &c. &c. . . .
ON MONDAY, FEB. 21, The Theatre will re-open . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Simmons (actor, manager); Thomas Simes (actor, manager); Mr. Robertson (musician); Mr. Boyle (musician)

[Advertisement], Sydney Free Press (22 February 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226358159 

UNDER DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE.
GRAND CONCERT, ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, WEDNESDAY NEXT, FEBRUARY 23,
which day is also that appointed for the floral and horticultural exhibition.
MRS. BUSHELLE . . . will be assisted by Mrs. S. W. Wallace, Mr. Bushelle, and Amateurs, in the Vocal Department;
and Mrs. J S. Prout, Pianiste, Mr. S. W. Wallace, Leader, Mr. Leggatt, Conductor of the Concert,
Mr. Deane, Mr. Wallace, Senior, Mr. Sippe, Mr. Edward Deane,
Mr. Walton, Mr. Portbury, Mr. Pappin, and the rest of the Theatrical Orchestra, as Instrumental Performers.
Programme. PART I. Overture
1. Duet from Demetrio, with Orchestral Accompaniments, Mr. and Mrs. Bushelle . . .
3. The Popular Song, "Some love to roam." - Russell - with full Orchestral Accompaniments, Mr. Bushelle . . .
5. Cavatina - "I seek her on every shore." - Rodwell. - Orchestral Accompaniments, Mrs. Wallace.
PART II. Overture - Full Band.
1. Concerto - Clarionet, Mr. Leggatt.
2. "The Groves of Blarney," with Orchestral Accompaniments - with the Original Ullagoane, and the New Version, Mr. Bushelle . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Caroline Wallace (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (10 September 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31737126

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. GRAND CONCERT . . .
MR. DEANE begs to inform his friends and the public that . . .
his Concert of vocal and instrumental music, on a very extensive scale, will take place at the
Royal Victoria Theatre, on Wednesday, September 14, 1842.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMERS. Miss Deane, Mr. S. W. Wallace, Monsieur Gautrot, Mr. J. Deane, Mr. E. Deane, Mr. Portbury,
Mr. Walton, Mr. Wilson, Mr. O'Flaherty, and other gentlemen who have kindly offered their assistance.
Leader - Mr. Deane. Conductor - Mr. Leggatt.
By the kind permission of Colonel Baker and the Officers, the Band of the 80th regiment will attend.
PART I. Overture, "Gustavus the Third," Auber - Full Band . . .
PART II. Overture, "Acteon," Auber - Full Band . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Wilson (musician); Band of the 80th Regiment (military band)

"Theatricals", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (17 September 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2557362 

It is with much pleasure we avail ourselves of calling the attention of our readers to the advertisement in our columns of to-day, announcing the re-opening of the Victoria Theatre, on the evening of Thursday next [22 August], under the distinguished patronage of the Stewards of the Homebush Races, and the Members of the Jockey Club . . . We have no doubt but that the same laudable public spirit which characterised the exertions of the acting proprietor, (Mr. Knight) during last season, will be strenuously continued in the forthcoming one. The following are the members of . . .
The Orchestra: Mr. W. Wallace; Mr. Wallace, sen.; Mr. Leggatt; Mr. Deane; Messrs. Deane, Pontbery [sic, Portbury],
Walton, O'Flaherty, Pappin, Downes, and Weston; also Mr. Gibbs, from England, who is expected daily by the Trial.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Knight (proprietor); John Gibbs (incoming leader, violinist); Mr. Weston (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (23 November 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12411453 

UNDER THE MOST DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE.
A GRAND CONCERT IN THE SPLENDID SALOON OF THE ROYAL HOTEL, THIS EVENING, 23RD OF NOVEMBER.
MR. and MRS. BUSHELLE . . . their FAREWELL CONCERT . . .
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMERS. Mr. S. Wallace, Monsieur Gautrot, Mr. Deane, Mr. E. Deane,
Mr. Walton, an efficient Orchestra, and by kind permission of Colonel Baker, the Band of the 80th Regiment,
Leader, Mr. Wallace; Pianist, Mr. Emanuel; Conductor, Monsieur Gautrot.
PART THE FIRST. Overture to the Flauto Magico, (Mozart.)
No. 1.- The Grand Trio, from Rossini's "Gazza Ladra" . . . with orchestral accompaniments - Mrs. Bushelle, the Gentleman Amateur, and Mr. Bushelle . . .
No. 5 - Song, "Farewell to the Mountain," with orchestral accompaniments (Barnett) - Mr. Bushelle . . .
No. 8. - The Grand Finale to Balfe's "Catherine Grey," Solo, "Joy's bright Fountain," and Chorus, "Hail to the Queen" - Mrs. Bushelle and all the vocalists.
PART THE SECOND. Overture to Masaniello, (Auber) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Abraham Emanuel (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 December 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12423946

Pianoforte Wanted. WANTED, a very superior Instrument.
Apply by letter, post paid, with the lowest cash price, to
Mr. Walton, Professor of Music, at Mr. Thompson's, Linendraper, York-street, near the Barrack Gate.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (5 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12415237 

Mr. and Mrs. Gibbs' first appearance at at Concert in Sydney, A GRAND EVENING CONCERT will be given at the Royal Hotel, on Wednesday, January 11th, to commence at eight o'clock, for the benefit of Miss Forsythe, the Juvenile Pianist, who will appear as a Vocalist upon this occasion. In addition, the following eminent professors have kindly promised their valuable assistance: - Vocal Performers - Mrs. Bushelle, Madame Gautrot, Mrs. Gibbs (who will sing a duet with Miss Forsythe, pupil of Miss Hinkesmann, and Madame Gautrot), the Debutante (pupil of Mrs. Bushelle) who was to favourably received at Mrs. Bushelle's last concert; Mr. Griffiths, Mr. Robinson, and several gentlemen amateurs. Instrumental Performers - Miss Hinkesmann, Miss Forsythe, Mons. Gautrot, Mr. Walton (who will preside at the piano), and Mr. Gibbs, who will make his first appearance in this colony at a concert, and has kindly consented to play a solo . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sophia Maria Forsythe (vocalist); Eliza Gibbs (vocalist); Maria Hinckesman (musician); Mr. Robinson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 May 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12424212 

ROYAL CITY THEATRE, MARKET-STREET. PROPRIETORS, MESSRS, SIMMONS AND BELMORE . . .
have the honour to announce their OPENING NIGHT for SATURDAY, the 20th May . . .
The Orchestral Selections for the evening which will be performed previous to the several Pieces, and between the Acts, include
Haydn's Symphony, No. 2, Mozart's Overture to L'Irato; Rossini's Overture to Il Barbiere di Seviglia; and Brilliant Arrangements of Strauss' Valses.
The Band comprises the following instrumental Performers: -
Mr. S. Wallace, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Walton, Mr. Wallace, senior, Mr. Portbury,
Mr. Walker, Mr. Adams, Mr. Wright, Monsieur Gautrot, Mr. Wilson, Mr. Strong, and Mr. Andrews . . .
Leader of the Band, Mr. Wallace. Conductor, Mr. Leggatt . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Belmore (proprietor); Mr. Walker (musician); Mr. Wright (musician); Robert Adam (musician); Mr. Andrews (musician); Royal City Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Australian (29 May 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37120318

AUSTRALIAN PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS,
THE FIRST PHILHARMONIC CONCERT In this colony,
will take place at the Royal Hotel, THIS EVENING, the 20th MAY . . .
assisted (by the kind permission of Colonel Baker and Officers) BY THE BAND OF THE 80th REGIMENT.
The whole under the management and direction of MR. NATHAN.
PART FIRST. Overture - "Euridice" - Gluck . . .
Finale - "Tho' storms and perils linger near us," from the Opera of "Merry Freaks in Troublous Times" - Nathan.
PART SECOND. Overture - "Griselda" - Cimmarosa . . .
Finale - "Now with grief no longer bending," from the Opera of Cinderella — Mrs. Bushelle - Rossini.
The Orchestra Parts to both Overtures, and to the whole of the Music, (with the exception of the single piece From "La Clemenza di Tito,") by Mr. Nathan . . .
Principal Violins and Leaders, Mr. S. W. Wallace and Mr. Gibbs; Principal Tenor, Mr. Walton;
Principal Flute, Mr. Wallace, Senr.; Principal Violincello, Mr. Thompson;
Double Bass, Mr. Portbury; Principal Second Violin, Mr. O'Flaherty.
Conductor, Mr. Nathan, who will preside at the Pianoforte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Charles Thompson (cello); Australian Philharmonic Concerts (series)

[Advertisement], The Australian (11 June 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37118636 

AUSTRALIAN PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS . . .
THE THIRD WEEKLY PHILHARMONIC CONCERT In this Colony, will take place at
THE ROYAL HOTEL, On Wednesday the 12th June, 1844 . . .
The whole under the management of Mr. Nathan.
PART I. Overture - "Sargino" - Paer . . .
Quartette - Messrs. S. W. Wallace, Gibbs, Walton, and Thompson - Haydn . . .
PART II. Overture - "Griselda" - Cimarosa . . .
Finale - "Tho' storms and perils," from the Opera of "Merry Freaks" composed in this colony - Nathan . . .

[Advertisement], The Australian (24 June 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37126176

AUSTRALIAN PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS . . .
THE FOURTH WEEKLY PHILHARMONIC CONCERT In this colony, will take place at
THE ROYAL HOTEL, On WEDNESDAY NEXT, JUNE 26TH 1844 . . .
The whole under the management and direction of Mr. Nathan.
PART I. Overture - Paer . . .
PART II. Overture - Cimarosa . . .
Leader, Mr. Edwards. First Violin, Mr. Wilson. Second Violins, Mr. O'Flaherty, Mr. Guerin, &c.
Principal Tenor, Mr. Walton, Principal Flute, Mr. Wallace, Senr.
Principal Violincello, Mr. Thompson; Oboe, Mr. Leggatt, Double Bass, Mr. Portbury.
Conductor, Mr. Nathan, who will preside at the Piano forte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Edwards (violin); James Guerin (violin)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (5 April 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12878536 

SIMMONS'S SALOON, TAVISTOCK HOTEL.
MR. SIMMONS feels happy in announcing to his friends that his engagement at the Theatre has terminated, and he will always in future be found
AT HOME, at the Saloon of the Tavistock Hotel, on every
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, and SATURDAY EVENING,
assisted by Messrs. Walton, Fisher, Jim Brown, Lyall, and several other professionals and amateurs.
No charge for admission, and a change of entertainments every evening.
The late disturbance at the Theatre will be a leading feature in the Budget to-night.
Commence at seven o'clock.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 September 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12892551

SACRED CONCERT. TO BE HELD IN THE SCOTS KIRK,
PITT-STREET SOUTH, NEAR THE HAY MARKET, ON FRIDAY EVENING, 2ND OCTOBER, 1846.
Mr. Walton will preside at the organ, supported by an efficient choir of amateurs, who have kindly tendered their services for this occasion.
*** The proceeds will be appropriated in aid of the funds of the above church.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
1. Pastoral Symphony (from the Messiah) - Handel.
2. Quartette - " Sanctus," Amateurs - T. Clark.
3. Chorus - "In Jewry is God known." - Dr. Clarke.
4. Duett - "The Lord is a man of War." - Mr. Griffiths and Amateur - Handel.
5. Chorus - "Sound the Loud Timbrel." - Avison.
6. Quartette - "The Lord's Prayer." - Mrs. Gibbs, Mr. Griffiths, and Amateur - T. Cooke.
7. Recitative - "And God said."
Aria - "Now Heaven, in fullest glory," (from the Creation). Amateur - Haydn.
8. Chorus - "The Heavens are telling." - Haydn.
PART II.
9. Solo and Chorus - "O! Thou that tellert good tidings." - Handel.
10. Solo - "Hagar's Lamentation." Mrs. Gibbs - G. H. Rodwell.
11. Duett and Chorus - "Hear my Prayer." Mrs. Gibbs, Master C. Tibbey, and Chorus - Kent.
12. Solo - "Thou art gone up on high," (from the Messiah.) Mr. Griffiths - Handel.
12. Quartette - " While the Evening's Sun's descending." Mrs. Gibbs and Amateurs - Mozart.
14. Duett - "O! Hold thou me up." Mrs. Gibbs and Master C. Tibbey - Marcello.
15. Chorus - "Hail Judea! happy land" (from Judas Maccabeus) - Handel.
16. Chorus - "Hallelujah." - Handel.
THE CONCERT WILL COMMENCE AT HALF-PAST SEVEN O'CLOCK PRECISELY.
*.* Single tickets, 3s. each; double tickets, 5s., may be obtained from Mr. S. Hebblewhite, 460, George-street; Mr. A. Benham, George-street; Mr. John Knox, saddler, George-street South; Mr. D. Cunningham, tailor, Hunter-street; Mr. Nicholas, artist, King-street; Mr. B. S. Mountcastle, 77, Market-street; Mr. Gibbs, Elizabeth-street; Mr. G. H. Hamilton, druggist, Liverpool-st.; and Mr. C. Tibbey, Market-street, where copies of the words can be had.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Tibbey (vocalist); Benjamin Such Mountcastle (hatter, musical amateur); William Nicholas (artist)

[Advertisement], The Australian (27 October 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37132894

ROYAL CITY THEATRE. UNDER DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE.
MISS HINCKESMANN'S SOIREE MUSICALE WILL TAKE PLACE
TOMORROW EVENING, OCTOBER 23, 1846, At the City Theatre, Market-street.
VOCAL PERFORMERS: Mrs. Bushelle, Madame Gautrot, Mr. J. Howson, Mr. F. Howson,
Mr. Worgan, and several Amateurs, who have kindly volunteered their services.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMERS: Mr. S. W. Wallace (who will play a celebrated Solo on the Violin by De Beriot,) and Miss Hinckesmann.
The Splendid Band of H.M. 11th Regiment will perform several Military Pieces, and the much admired Railway Gallop.
LEADER - Mr. S. W. Wallace.
CONDUCTOR. - Mr. Walton.
Programme : - PART I.
Overture - Band
1. Duet - "The feeling heart," Messrs, F. and J. Howson - Balfe
2. "Nel cor piu," Variations arranged by Monsieur Gautrot - Madame Gautrot.
3. Ballad - "We may be happy yet," Mr. J. Howson - Balfe.
4. Air, Francais - "O vous par qui ma vie" Mrs. Bushelle - Auber.
5. Concertino, Violin, Mr. Wallace - De Beriot.
6. Ballad - "The Fairy Boy," Mr. Worgan - Lover.
7. Descriptive Song - "The Maniac," Mr. F. Howson - Russell
8. Paean, composed on the return of Dr. Leichhardt, from his perilous journey to Port Essington, by I. Nathan, Esq., Poetry by E. K. Sylyester, Esq., Mrs. Bushelle.
PART II. Overture.
1. Aria, Italienne - "Vivi tu," Flute Obligato by Mr. Wallace, Mrs. Bushelle - Donnizetti.
2. Solo, Piano-forte, A young Lady Amateur - Herz.
3. Song - "When the Moon is o'er the Waters," Mr. J. Howson - Montgomery.
4. Scena, Francaise - "Jours de mon enfance," Violin Obligato Mr. Wallace, Madame Gautrot - Herold.
5. Irish Ballad - "Rich and rare were the Gems she wore," Mrs. Bushelle.
6. "Povero Signora," Madame Gautrot.
7. Song - "The Newfoundland Dog." Mr. F. Howson - Russell.
Finale - "Rule Britannia," Solos by Mrs. Bushelle and Madame Gautrot.
The Concert will commence at Eight o'clock precisely.
TICKETS, 5s. each - to be had of Mr. Ellard, Music Saloon; Mr. Ford, Stationer; and Mr. Scott, Tobacconist, George-street.
PRIVATE BOXES, of Mr. Clancy, King-street, and Mrs. Green, "Cricketers' Arms," Pitt and Market streets.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Howson (vocalist); John Howson (vocalist); Band of the 11th Regiment (military band)

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier [Brisbane, QLD] (25 September 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3711800

A CARD. PIANO-FORTES tuned and regulated by H. W. WALTON, at MR. HARRIS'S South Brisbane.

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (9 October 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3715830

A CARD. PIANO-FORTES tuned and regulated by Mr. H. W. WALTON, Professor of Music.
Communications addressed to Mr. Walton, care of Mr. J. HARRIS, South Brisbane.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Harris (Walton's sister Sophia's brother-in-law)

[Advertisement], Empire (11 June 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60176004

NOTICE OF REMOVAL. Mr. H. W. WALTON, Professor of Music and Pianoforte tuner, begs to notify that he has removed from Prince-street, to No. 42, Palmer-street, Woolloomooloo.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (9 April 1857), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12994005 

MR. H. W. WALTON, Professor of Music. Pianofortes tuned and regulated.
72, Dowling-street, Woolloomooloo; or, at Mr. J. Webb's, 50, Market-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 August 1863), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13082461

MR. H. W. WALTON, Professor of Music, Redfern-street Redfern. Pianofortes tuned and regulated.

"DEATHS", Empire (20 June 1871), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60873258

On the 17th June, at the residence of his brother-in-law, Mr. W. U. Harris, Redfern-street, Redfern, H. W. Walton, professor of music, of consumption, in the 50th year of his age.

"MUSICAL MEMORIES. Mrs. Sheridan Moore - Flora Harris . . . BY JAS. T. DONOVAN", Sunday Times (31 January 1909), 7 magazine

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article126581216 

. . . Towards the end of 1854 the English soprano was engaged as "professional leader" of St. Mary's Cathedral choir - a position which was held by her for five years. At the time there was a blind organist at St. Mary's - Mr. Walton. Mr. Banks, father of the late T. P. Banks, succeeded Mr. Walton, and then Mr. William John Cordner took charge of the choir . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Thomas Donovan (d. 1922); Flora Harris (vocalist); Thomas Banks senior (organist); William John Cordner (organist)


Bibliography and resources:

[English patents of inventions] A.D. 1787 - No. 1607. Pianofortes, &c. WALTON'S SPECIFICIATION" (London: Eyre & Spottiswoode, 1856)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=O9YDQwJn8ZsC&pg=PT176 (DIGITISED)

TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME, I, HUMPHREY Walton, of the Parish of Saint Pancras, in the County of Middlesex, Musical Instrument Maker, send greeting . . . my Invention of "CERTAIN NEW IMPROVEMENTS ON THE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT CALLED THE PIANOFORTE AND OTHER INSTRUMENTS" . . .

Edward F. Rimbault, The pianoforte, its origin, progress, and construction (London: Rob. Cocks & Co., 1860), 150

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=KgtDAAAAcAAJ&pg=PA150 (DIGITISED)

. . . 1787 (May 25) HUMPHREY WALTON, of the parish of St. Pancras, musical instrument maker, for "his new improvements on the musical instrument called the piano forte, and other instruments, which he believes will render them more compleat and perfect than any now in use" . . .

Edgar Brinsmead, The history of the pianoforte (London: Novello, Ewer & Co., 1879), 155

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=LTsuAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA155 (DIGITISED)

Henry Norbert Birt, Benedictine pioneers in Australia . . . volume 2 (London: Herbert & Daniel, 1911), 207-08

https://archive.org/stream/BenedictinePioneersInAustraliaV2#page/n201/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

. . . [Bishop Davis] introduced many effects not in the organ score, and rarely ever played it twice alike. His playing of the psalms at Vespers was really unsurpassable, and almost unapproachable. Every verse received a different treatment according to its meaning, and the pedal runs were often something marvellous. There was at the time a paid organist attached to the Cathedral. His name was Walton. He was a thorough organist of the strict English school. The dear Bishop used often to say that he would give a great deal to be able to play as well as Walton did. But the choir and the congregation preferred the Bishop's style. The music would always go with far more [208] spirit when the good Bishop was presiding at the organ . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Henry Curtis (memoirist); Charles Henry Davis (bishop, amateur musician)

Rosamond E. M. Harding, The piano-forte, its history traced to the Great Exhibition of 1851 (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1933), 49

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=qRw9AAAAIAAJ&pg=PA49 (PREVIEW)

E. J. Lea-Scarlett, "Music, Choir and Organ", in Patrick O'Farrell (ed.), St. Mary's Cathedral Sydney, 1821-1971 ([Sydney]: Devonshire Press for St. Mary's Cathedral, 1971), 161

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/10488026

Graeme D. Rushworth, Historic organs of New South Wales (Sydney: Hale & Iremonger, 1988), 37, 371

"St. Mary's Cathedral Choir, Sydney", Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Mary's_Cathedral_Choir,_Sydney




WALTON, James (James WALTON)

Bellman, town crier

Active Parramatta, NSW, 1844

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Walton+bellman (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WALTON-James (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"Parramatta Police Intelligence. MONDAY. WATCH MOVEMENTS", The Star and Working Man's Guardian (13 July 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228132526 

James Barker was brought before the Bench on a warrant, charging him with having a stolen watch in his possession. About three months since the house of Walton, the bellman, was broken into and robbed of a watch. Walton being by his office, town crier, it was a matter of no great wonder, that he proclaimed his loss far and wide, and it was then discovered that the watch had, by right of purchase, come into the possession of the Hayden remanded until Monday. Serjeant-Major of the 99th Regiment, who having given a very clear and satisfactory account of his acquisition of the property from Barker, a warrant was issued for his apprehension, and that artisan was captured a few days since at Berrima. Walton deposed to the fast going of his "time o'day," and Grime bore testimony to his purchase. Barker endeavoured to beviz out of the affair by calling a brother pivet, named Pritchard, who, although rather lengthily cross-examined by the prisoner, proved himself a very bad repeater on his behalf, and struck anything but the right time towards procuring his acquittal. Barker was therefore directed to be cased in the Gaol until the next Court of Quarter Sessions shall decide whether he is a watch maker or a time keeper.

"FRAUD", Parramatta Chronicle and Cumberland General Advertiser (21 December 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228249262 

James Fullard (ticket-of-leave holder), musical instrument maker, of Church-street, was charged Avith making away with two watches entrusted to his care to repair. John Challon, a Bandsman of the 58th, had given him a silver watch to repair, but, after waiting three weeks, he found that no watch was forthcoming. Going into Fullard's shop one day, he saw the works of his watch lying there, and he immediately took possession of them. He afterwards found the case, together with a silver chain and seals, in the shop of Messrs. Stephenson and Co., where Fullard had sold it. James Walton had also given prisoner a gold watch to repair, but had never seen it since; he had discovered, however, that it had been sold to an auctioneer in Sydney, named Heydon. The above facts were detailed in evidence against the prisoner, on Thursday last, before the Police Bench, and he was remanded to Saturday next.

"Police Intelligence. SATURDAY. Night Auctioneering alias Pawnbrokeing", Parramatta Chronicle and Cumberland General Advertiser (28 December 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228249753 

James H. Fullard, the investigation of whose abilities in the transmutation of watches into current coin was remanded from Thursday until to day, in order to procure the attendance from Sydney of some witnesses, was further gone into.
Previous to any evidence being entered on Mr. Carrington besought the permission of the Bench to allow him to appear for the prisoner, who, being a ticket-of-leave holder, could only avail him self of his (Mr. C's) services by their favour. The request was at once accceded.
Mr. F. Rich deposed: I am clerk to Mr. Heydon, the auctioneer of King-street, Sydney; Fullard brought a gold watch, since sworn by Walton, the bell-man, as his property, on the 6th of the month, to me, and told me he wanted an advance upon it, in order to procure articles for his trade; I advanced him £1 13s.; the receipt produced (procured by Walton from the prisoner's wife) is for £1 16s., the three shillings being for commission; the watch, by the receipt, was not to be sold until the 3rd of January; it is now in Mr. Heydon's possession; on the day after the advance had been got Fullard came back, and I heard him tell Mr. Heydon he did not wish the watch sold, and that he would take it back again; but he wanted a further advance, and I perceive by the receipt, that Mr. Heydon gave him 3s. more.
Cross examined by Mr. Carrington: during which the Bench had more than once to put the curb and snaffle on the hard driving the learned counsel was bestowing on his witness, and finally to intimate that there was an "outside" to the Court House, where he might presently find himself, if his impetuosity was not confined within Court-like bounds. The substance of the cross-examination, was that neither Heydon or the witness were licensed pawnbrokers; that the watch was left for sale, and that such sale was not to be made for four weeks; that witness was subpoened to produce the watch, but as it had been left with Heydon, it was impossible for him to do so, it not being in his (the witness') possession; Heydon, who did not wish him to bring the watch, told him the value of the article was about three guineas. About a quarter of an hour was spent in the endeavouring to prove that the 3s. was interest, but the witness stuck to the text that it was merely "commission."
James Shanaghan examined: I am Bandmaster to the 58th Regiment; about the 10th of November I gave Fullard a cornopean to take dinge out of it . . . last Thursday, Mr. Cohen, of George-street, Sydney, admitted to me that he had purchased an instrument answering in description the one in question, for 50s . . . it is the property of Ensign Maine, of the 58th, and I never authorised Fullard to sell it or to procure an advance on it. Mr. Cohen not being in attendance, the case was again remanded until Tuesday.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Maine (58th Regiment); James Shanaghan (master) and John Challon (bandsman) in the Band of the 58th Regiment (military band); James Henry Fullard (musical instrument maker)




WALTON, Thomas Henry (Thomas Henry WALTON; Thomas WALTON; T. H. WALTON)

Musician, organist, chemist and druggist

Born Derby, England, 17 December 1828; son of Thomas Wedgwood WALTON (c. 1790-1875) and Elizabeth Ann SANDS (c. 1797-1856)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 17 March 1850 (per Statesman, from Gravesend, 1 November, and Plymouth, 19 November 1849, via Adelaide 12 February)
Died Fitzroy, VIC, 23 July 1909

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Henry+Walton+1828-1909 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

Register of births, Derbyshire, Monthly Meeting (Quaker); UK National Archives, RG6/390

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/7097/images/41815_b0152707-00037 (PAYWALL)

[Born] 17th of 12th month 1828 / Derby Parish called St. Werburgh / Thomas Henry / Son [of] / Thomas Wedgwood Walton [and] Elizabeth Ann Walton / Derby / Druggist Not a Member

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . ADELAIDE SHIPPING", The Melbourne Daily News (25 February 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226325141 

Tuesday, February 12. - The ship Statesman 874 tons, J. W. Lane, master, from Gravesend 1st November, and Plymouth 19th November. Passengers for Adelaide . . . Thomas Walton . . .

"Shipping Intelligence. ARRIVED", The Argus (18 March 1850), 2

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March 17 - "Statesman," ship, 874 tons, John H. Lane, commander, from Adelaide 11th inst. Passengers . . . from Adelaide . . . T. Walton . . .

? [Advertisement], The Argus (30 May 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4765371 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION AMATEUR MUSIC CLASS . . .
THE Members of the Class beg to announce their first Concert, (under the direction of Mr. Reed), for
THIS EVENING, (THURSDAY) the 30th instant, to commence at 8 o'clock precisely.
Vocal Performers: Mr. Young, Mr. Troy Knight, and other Amateur Members of the Class . . .
PROGRAMME . . . PART II . . . Ballad - (Mr. Walton) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Reed (musician); Charles Young (vocalist, actor); Troy Knight (vocalist); Mechanics' Insitution music class (Melbourne group); Thursday Concerts (Melbourne series)

"CONCERTS. To the Editor of the . . . ", Geelong Advertiser (25 July 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91916109 

SIR, - My attention was drawn, yesterday, by one of your establishment, to a letter inserted in your paper of the 14th instant, signed "Musicus," reflecting rather sweepingly, and drawing rather untimed comparisons between the Geelong Harmonic Amateur Society, and one of a similar nature in Melbourne . . . There is one thing Mr. Edtitor I am surprised at, and that is, there are in Geelong about the same number of amateur singers as there are of us instrumentalists, that is 10, now I wonder they do not unite and make up a madrigal glee and catch club, they can at all times have an assistance in performance or the loan of music on their nights of practice: there are the Kaweravss [sic], Walton, Spinster, Boyle of Kildare, Hunt of Kildare, Donohue of New Town, and some of our own party, these might make a very good little society, or they can hitch themselves on to us if they like, it would be very much to their credit to do so. If they want advice and assistance they have only to call on G. T. L. Malop-street, or meet our officers at his house, which is at all times open for such purposes; three of the above named persons have no fear from their foreign accent; if they are correct in their Sol Fa, and follow the others, there is no fear, choosing their music from the Scores of the old masters, and keeping strictly to the old English catch and glee, the public would be sure to appreciate their motives in their true sense, when before them. I cannot promise Musicus any more of my time, nor further explanations yet awhile, but beg of him to bide his time; a thing well done, is twice done;
subscribing myself his and your
Obedient servant,
W. H. ESTALL,
Secretary to the Geelong Amateur Harmonic Society.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Estall (amateur); Theodore and Frederick Kawerau (amateurs); George Thomas Lloyd (amateur); Geelong Harmonic Society (group)

? "BURGLARY", The Melbourne Daily News (26 July 1851), 3

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James McDonald, Andrew Carr, and Julia Carr who had been remanded on Wednesday on a charge of robbing the house of the Rev. W Ryde of Swanston street, were again brought before the police bench yesterday . . . Mr. Searle of Collingwood also identified several article as his property, the produce of a robbery perpetrated at his house on Tuesday night week and Thomas Walton identified a large key, as having been stolen with other articles from his house on the same evening. It was the key of the door of St. James Church, which had ben placed under his charge. Andrew and Julia Carr were committed to stand their trial and McDonald was discharged.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (4 February 1852), 3

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VICTORIA DISPENSARY, Union-street, Market-square, Geelong.
THOMAS WALTON, (From Messrs. Coulter & Co., late Cade, and Organist of Christ Church, Geelong,)
CHEMIST AND DRUGGIST, BEGS to inform his friends and the public in general, that he vas commenced business in the above branch, and hopes by a strict attention to all orders committed to his charge, to merit a share of their patronage and support . . .

"THE CONCERT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (10 June 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4785668 

The following is the programme for this evening:
PART I. Overture - Cenerentola . . .
Song - In happy Moments, Mr. Walsh . . .
Song - Should he Upbraid, Mrs. Testar.
Song - Oh! Steer my Bark to Erin's Isle, Mr. Walton . . .
PART II. Overture - Der Freyschutz.
Scena - Casta Diva, Mrs. Testar.
Song - Bay of Biscay, Mr. Walton . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Walsh (vocalist); Elizabeth Testar (vocalist)

"WEEKLY CONCERTS", The Argus (15 June 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4785778 

Some little unpleasantness occurred at the Concert of last Thursday evening, in consequence of one or two omissions in the programme; and things seemed likely to have taken a disagreeable shape if Mr. Wheeler and Mr. Hamilton had not very good temperedly rushed to the rescue. One of the gentlemen advertised to have taken a part, but who was not forthcoming, writes as as follows: -

MECHANICS INSTITUTE MUSIC CLASS. To the Editor of the Argus.
Sir, - Having partly made arrangement to take a part in the performances of Thursday's concert at the Institute, I was advertised to appear, but owing to the delivery of a letter which was posted by the worthy Secretary in due time for me to receive to have been in Melbourne, and taken my part according to arrangement, being neglected until this (Friday) morning, of course I could not appear; but its such has unfortunately happened I will most positively be in Melbourne on Wednesday next and render my humble assistance in the same parts as were allotted me yesterday evening, except instead of "Oh! Steer my Bark to Erin's Isle," I will sing "Sweet Mary Acushla Machree," by A. Lee. I sincerely hope you will kindly find a corner for this letter in the columns of your valuable paper, as I am anxious to clear myself, and also to inform the public that neither the Secretary or Committee or myself are to blame in this matter, but solely the neglect of the Post Office.
I remain, Sir,
Yours obediently,
THOMAS WALTON,
Union-street, Geelong.

ASSOCIATIONS: Stephen Thomas Wheeler (vocalist); Mr. St. George Hamilton (vocalist)

"THE WEEKLY CONCERTS", The Argus (17 June 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4785816 

The following is the programme for the concert of this evening:
PART I. Overture - Tancredi.
Song - Sweet Mary a-cush-la-macree, Mr. Walton.
Violin Solo - Airs, with variations, Mr. Snelling.
Song - In happy moments, Mr. Cogdon.
Song - Italy, Madame Enzer.
PART II. Overture - Men of Prometheus . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Enzer (vocalist); Mr. Cogdon (vocalist); James Morris Snelling (violinist)

MUSIC: Sweet Mary a cush la ma cree [Oh! Mary, dear Mary, a cushla machree] (Alexander Lee)

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 August 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4786938 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG.
HERR MATER'S' GRAND CONCERT, ON SATURDAY next, AUGUST 28,
ON which occasion he will be assisted by the choicest talent in Victoria.
PRINCIPAL PERFORMERS, Mrs. Testar, Mrs. Pellatt, Messrs. Wilkinson, Walton and Coppin,
Herr Huenerbein, Messrs. Harwood, Howson and Monthegarni.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture - Il nozze de Figaro - Mozart
Song - "The Maids of Merrie England, Mr. Wilkinson - Perring
Song - Softly Sight, Mrs. Testar - Weber
Glee - Blow Gentle Gales, Mrs. Testar, and Messrs. Wilkinson and Walton - Cooke
Solo, Violin - Herr Mater (seventh air) - De Beriot
Song - Then you'll Remember Me, Mr. Walton - Balfe.
Song - Bid Me Discourse, Mrs. Testar
(with Orchestral Accompts) - Bishop
Buffo Song - Mr. Coppin.
PART II. Overture - Norma, Band - Bellini . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Mater (musician); Isabella Pellatt (vocalist); Mr. Wilkinson (vocalist); August Christian Huenerbein (musician); William Harward (musician); Henry Howson (musician); Alfred Mantegani (musician); George Coppin (vocalist, actor, theatre manager); Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (3 February 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article94358397 

. . . care of Mr. Walton, chemist and druggist, Saffron-street, Chilwell.

"THE ST. PAUL'S TEA MEETING. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (2 June 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91865144

SIR, - I have never had occasion to thrust myself before the public through the columns of a newspaper (except by advertisement), but I would beg to inform "A Churchman" that I am quite as able to accompany an efficient choir as Mr. Walton, the late organist of Christ church, - at least I think so.
I am, Sir, yours respectfully,
H. PLUMSTEAD,
Professor of Music, Organist of St Paul's,
June 1st, 1855. Geelong.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Plumstead (musician)

"ST. PAUL'S SCHOOLS", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (4 February, 1856) 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91870992 

Last Thursday evening Mr. Mellish gave his second Lecture on Nineveh, at the St. Paul's new-school room, Latrobe Terrace. The lecture was well put together, and the diagrams illustrative of Ninevitish Art were fairly executed. The audience was small. Next Thursday evening, instead of the usual lecture, a musical entertainment will be given by Mr. Thomas Walton, the organist of St. Paul's church, assisted by Mr. Swift, on the piano, and by other gentlemen who have volunteered their aid for the occasion.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Swift (pianist)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (7 February 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91866337

A MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT will be given in St. Paul's School Room, this evening, by Mr. Thomas Walton, Organist of St Paul's, assisted by two gentlemen amateurs. The entertainment will consist of the most popular ballads, glees, &c., accompanied by Mr. Swift on the pianoforte. Admission 1s. N.B. - The proceeds to be devoted to the liquidation of the debt on the School.
Thursday, 7th February, 1850.

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (7 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91866340 

This evening a grand musical entertainment is announced to be given at the St. Paul's New School Room, in La Trobe Terrace, under the special patronage of the Venerable, the Archdeacon. Mr. Swift will preside at the piano, and Mr. Thomas Walton will give a short sketch of the History of Music, which he will enliven by numerous songs - amongst them, the "Death of Nelson," "Maids of Merry England," "Let's have a dance upon the heath" (Lock), "Beggar Girl," "Ah, how Sophia" (Catch), "The Spider and the Fly," "Alderman's Thumb" (glee) &c. Mr. Walton will be aided by numerous gentlemen amateurs, who, after singing various pieces, will all join in the performance of the British National Anthem, God Save the Queen, at the conclusion of the entertainments. Mr. Waters, whose extraordinary soprano voice has on many occasions elicited the admiration and excited the astonishment of the listeners, has kindly volunteered to sing on this occasion, "Why do I Weep for thee," and "Merry, laughing girl," are the songs which he is said to have chosen for the display of his powers this evening. The charge for admission is stated at 1s; reserved seats, 2s. The whole of the proceeds to go towards the liquidation of the debt on the building.

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (12 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91866051

The musical entertainment given by Mr. Walton, the organist of St. Paul's Church, assisted by Mr. Swift on the piano, and by several gentlemen amateurs, went off last evening with great eclat. The attendance was very numerous, notwithstanding the lowering sky and drops of threatening rain, but for which the St. Paul's School-room would probably have been more than comfortably full. The audience were in thorough good humour, and encored most of the performances; especial applause having been obtained for the song of the "Spider and the Fly," sung by Mr. Walton, and the Scotch song, "Allister McAllister," by Mr. Laurie. The extraordinary soprano voice of Mr. Waters caused some astonishment, and the "Merry Laughing Girl," and "Why do I weep for thee," sung by that gentleman, were loudly encored. The "Alderman's Thumb," sung by Messrs. Rogers, Walters [sic], and Laurie raised the usual degree of amusement; and the first verse of "God Save the Queen" was the finale to the entertainment. Mr. H. B. Cotton called for an expression of the thanks of the meeting towards the gentlemen who had thus gratuitously contributed to their amusement; and he stated at the same time that the whole of the proceeds of the entertainment were to go towards defraying the debt on the new school room in which they were assembled . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Rogers (amateur vocalist); Mr. Waters (sopranist)

"MR. WALTON'S MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (28 March 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91867853 

The entertainment given by Mr. Walton on Tuesday evening last, in the St. Paul's School room, in aid of the Building Fund of the School, was pretty fairly attended. Mr. Walton was assisted by other gentlemen amateurs. Mr. Swift presided at the pianoforte. Mr. Waters, whose soprano has rendered him somewhat celebrated as an amateur vocalist in this town, took part in the performances, and the audience learned with regret that it was the last time he intended appearing in public as an amateur vocalist. But for the rather remote position of St. Paul's, there would no doubt have been a much larger attendance.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (5 February 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7144135 

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (18 July 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146567073 

GEELONG RECREATIVE SOCIETY.
Patron - His Excellency the Governor.
WEEKLY GRAND CONCERT FOR THE PEOPLE
At the MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, On Monday Evening, July 18, 1859.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
Overture - "Italiani In Algieri" - Band. - Rossini
Song - "Kathleen Mavourneen" - Mrs. Goodliffe.
Song - "Man the Life Boat." - Mr. Meakin. - Russell
Solo - (Pianoforte) "La Cascade" - Mr. Pringle
Song - "The Three Ages of Love" - Mr. Badnall - Loder
Comic Song - Mr. J. Buckland
Song - "Only in Jest" - Mrs. Goodliffe. - Mendelssohn
Quadrille - "Court of St James"- Band
AN INTERVAL OF TEN MINUTES.
PART II.
Valse - "Martha" - Band. - D'Albert.
Song - "Happy Birds" - Mrs. Goodliffe - Paravicini
Trio (Flute, Pianoforte, and Violincello) - Messrs. Stoneham, Plumstead and Wyvill
Song - "A Life on the Ocean Wave" - Mr. Boyce
Quadrille - (Ireland) - Band
Comic Song - Mr. J. Buckland
Glee - "Hail Smiling Morn" - Messrs. Walton, Badnall and Meakin
"God Save the Queen."
Admission - One Shilling. Children and Schools Half-price. Reserved seals - Two Shillings.
Doors open at Seven o'clock; To commence at half-past Seven.
W. STITT JENKINS, Hon. Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Pringle (pianist); Mrs. Goodliffe (vocalist); Charles Henry Badnall (vocalist); Henry Meakin (vocalist); William Stoneham (musician); William Stitt Jenkins (secretary); Geelong Recreative Society (organisation)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (13 December 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66329448 

Our Clunes correspondent writes - "On Wednesday evening the celebration of the first anniversary of the founding of the Presbyterian Church at Clunes took place . . . During the evening the Church of England choir sang some fine pieces of music, and Mr. Walton performed on the harmonium most excellently . . .

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (17 April 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112886060 

The anniversary of the Wesleyan Sunday School, Coghill's Creek, was celebrated in the Wesleyan Church, on Good Friday, in a very pleasing manner . . . The Clunes choir was in attendance, and in conjunction with Mr. Walton at the harmion [sic, harmonium], executed several pieces of music in a most agreeable manner . . .

"SUPREME COURT CRIMINAL SITTINGS. MONDAY, SEPT. 16 . . . LARCENY", The Argus (17 September 1867), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5778148 

John Kruse and Ingleburn Huesker were charged with feloniously receiving a mortar, worth between £8 and, £9, and a copper boiler, stolen from the premises of Mr. Thomas H. Walton, chemist, of Fitzroy. Mr. Aspinall appeared for the defence. The prisoners kept a marine store in Little Lonsdale-street, and it appeared from the evidence adduced for the Crown that they had purchased the articles mentioned in the indictment for 15s., from four boys of twelve or fourteen years of age, who had removed them from Mr. Walton's yard in a truck lent by the prisoners . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 November 1868), 3

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DISSOLUTION of PARTNERSHIP. - The PARTNERSHIP hitherto existing between THOMAS HENRY WALTON and JAMES WILLIAM WALTON, trading as Druggists, in Gertrude-street, Fitzroy, and Sturt-street, Ballarat, under the style of "Walton Brothers," is this day DISSOLVED, by mutual consent.
JAS. WM. WALTON, T. H. WALTON. Witness - Frederick Hemmons.

ASSOCIATIONS: James William Walton (1830-1876, younger brother)

THE PARTNERSHIP BUSINESS of chemists and druggists carried on by Thomas Henry Walton and Margaret Walton as "Walton and Walton," at Gertrude-street, Fitzroy, was DISSOLVED on the first of May last by the death of the said Margaret Walton. The said Thomas Henry Walton has retired from the business which will be continued under the same style by E. A. F. Walton, by and to whom all accounts will be paid and received. Dated this ninth day of February, one thousand eight hundred and ninety-one.
T. H. WALTON. E. A. F. WALTON, Admor., &c. Witness - W. E. Bolger, solicitor, Melbourne.

ASSOCIATIONS: Margaret Walton (d. 1890) and Ernest Walton (his late brother James's widow and eldest son)

"DEATHS", The Age (26 July 1909), 1

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WALTON. - On the 23rd July, at his residence, 51 Delbridge-street, North Fitzroy, Thomas Henry, pharmaceutical chemist, late of Gertrude-street, Fitzroy. Interned privately 24th inst.

Probate, Thomas H. Walton, 1909; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/EB750CA2-F221-11E9-AE98-E5F1D2058AE4?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/7D874501-F1F1-11E9-AE98-B775F1A8C88F?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/9A319D3D-F542-11E9-AE98-614AB488E61E?image=1 (DIGITISED)


Bibliography and resources:

Enid N. Matthews, Colonial organs and organbuilders (Melbourne: Melbourne University Press, 1969), 172

[GEELONG] ST. PAUL'S CHURCH . . . Organists: 1857, T. Walton; 1861, Mr. Meeson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Meeson (organist)




WANGENHEIM, Gustavus (Gustavus WANGENHEIM; Gustav; Augustus; Gus WANGENHEIM)

Amateur vocalist, publican, musical venue proprietor (Masonic Hall hotel and saloon)

Born Hannover, Germany, c. 1826; son of Israel WANGENHEIM and Bella ?
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by March 1853
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 24 July 1853 (per Argo, from Melbourne)
Married Elizabeth SIMMONS (1834-1925), Sydney, NSW, 31 January 1855
Died Sydney, NSW, 3 August 1882, aged "57"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Gustavus+Wangenheim+d1882 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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WANGENHEIM, Emma (Agnes Emma WANGENHEIM; Emma WANGEHEIM; Mrs. Joseph Austin CARROLL)

Vocalist

Born Sydney, NSW, 12 March 1858; daughter of Gustavus WANGENHEIM and Elizabeth SIMMONS
Married (1) Wilson Le COUTEUR, Sydney, NSW, 1876
Married (2) Joseph Austin CARROLL, Sydney, NSW, 1890
Died Sydney, NSW, 4 January 1921

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Emma+Wangenheim+1858-1921 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (25 June 1853), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4793784 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION. GRAND EVENING CONCERT For the Benefit of HERR STREBINGER, On Tuesday Next, 28th June. 1853.
HERR STREBINGER, (late first violin of the Opera Comique, Paris,) begs to inform his friends and the public that his Benefit and Farewell Concert will take place on the above evening, when he will be supported by all the vocal and instrumental talent in the Colony, and by some amateurs who have kindly volunteered their services for him on this occasion.
Vocalists: Mrs. Testar, Mrs. Hancock, and Herr Wagenheim (who have kindly offered their services).
Principal Solo Performers: Herr Strebinger - Violin. Herr Bohler - Flute.
THE BAND, which will be considerably increased, will consist of the available talent in the colony and several of the
Band of the 40th Regiment (by the kind permission of Col. Valiant.)
Conductor and Pianist - M. Buddee.
PROGRAMME: PART I.
Overture - "Oberon," Full band - Weber . . .
Waltz - "Dew Drop," Full band - D'Albert . . . Solo - Flute, "Air Varie," Herr Bohler - Boehm
Quadrille - "The Nightingale," Full band - Linter.
Part II.
Overture - "Der Freischutz," Full band - Weber . . .
Waltz - "The Crystal Palace," Full band - D'Albert . . .
Quadrille - "Clara de Rosenbergh," Full band - Bossisio.
Finale - God save the Queen . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Strebinger (violin); Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Mary Ellen Hancock (vocalist); Julius Buddee (pianist); Henry Boehler (flute); members of the Band of the 40th Regiment (military)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (25 July 1853), 2

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July 24. - Argo, G.S.S.S. Co.'s steam-ship, 1850 tons, 300 horsepower, Captain George Hyde, from Melbourne 21st, instant. Passengers . . . From Melbourne . . . G. Wangenheim . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 July 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12955657 

MASONIC HALL. - Mr. G. WANGENHEIM'S Musical Soirées, Fencing and Single Stick, &c., &c., every evening. G. W. gives amateurs a first-rate opportunity to make themselves acquainted with the art of self-defence. Russians may be expected daily; Judge and Jury every Saturday, Admission Free.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (3 August 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60195203 

MASONIC HALL HOTEL. TONIGHT and every night, MUSICAL SOIREES - Glees, Comic Songs, Ballads, &c. . . . G. WANGENHEIM AND CO.

"MARRIAGES", The Sydney Morning Herald (2 February 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12965101 

On the 31st January, at 6, Woolloomooloo-street, by the Rev. Jacob Isaacs, Gustave Wangenheim, Esq , to Elizabeth, youngest daughter of the late James Simmons, Esq.

"BIRTH", The Sydney Morning Herald (15 March 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13007550

On Saturday, the 12th of March, at her residence, in Wooloomoooloo-street, Mrs. G. Wangenheim, of a daughter.

"THE OPERA", Freeman's Journal (22 May 1875), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115477384

The large attendance at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday night showed that Signor Baldassari's humorous presentation of Crispino, in Celli's opera buffo, "Crispino e la Comara," had not been forgotten. But for the Sydney public there was double attraction in the first appearance on the stage of a new Australian singer, a native of Sydney, Miss Emma Wangenheim, who appeared in this opera in the vole of Annetta. Miss Wangenheim received a rapturous reception, and sustained her part very creditably. Her acting was spirited and graceful, and her singing was on the whole satisfactory. Miss Wangenheim's voice is sweet rather than of great compass, but perhaps the nervousness incident to a first appearance robbed it of its full power. During the performance a number of rich bouquets were offered as a tribute to this talented debutante.

"Death of Mr. Gus Wangenheim", Evening News (4 August 1882), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108209229 

"MISS WANGENHEIM'S OPERA COMPANY. GIROFLE-GIROFLA", Morning Bulletin (8 August 1890), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article52335203

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (5 January 1921), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28089840

CARROLL.-January 4, at St Vincent's private hospital, Emma Carroll (Wangenheim), dearly loved daughter of the late Gustavus Wangenheim, and Mrs. Eliz. Wangenheim, of 203 Victoria-street, North Darlinghurst, and Katoomba.


Bibliography and resources:

Mick Roberts, "Green Park Hotel, Darlinghurst", Time gents (Australian pub project), posted 10 July 2017

https://timegents.com/2017/07/10/green-park-hotel-darlinghurst 




WANLESS, Charles (Charles WANLESS)

Musician, "blind" musician, street organ player, ? street musician, labourer

Born Scotland, c. 1828; ? Glenisla, Angus, 3 February 1826; son of John WANLESS and Margaret MELVILLE
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by c. 1854; Portland, VIC, 9 November 1852 (per John Davies, from Liverpool, 22 July)
Died Melbourne, VIC, 7 February 1864, aged "36"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Wanless+d1864 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

Scottish census, 1841, Anchenleish

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1648162:1004 (PAYWALL)

Charles Wanless / 15 / [born] Angus, Scotland, Glenisla / Shoemaker's appprentice
Margaret Melville / 45 // Charles Melville / 40 . . .

? Assisted immigrants per John Davies, from Liverpool, 22 July 1852, arrived Portland, VIC, 9 November 1852; Public Record Office Victoria

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Wanless Charles / Ag'l Laborer / [Scotland] Forfarsh [Forfar] / 26
[Wanless] Isabel / 39 // Cecilia / 11 // John / 9

? "NEWS AND NOTES", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (15 April 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66323335 

A few nights ago a man named Charles Wanless, who resides at Mount Sturgeon, was robbed of £7 in notes in a hotel in Ballarat East.

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (11 February 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5744002 

The body of a man was discovered yesterday morning, by Police-sergeant Perry, floating in the basin near the Gas Works. It was at once recovered, and removed to the morgue at Batman's-hill. Later in the day, it was recognized by Mr. Glen, as the body of a man who came into his music establishment, in Swanston-street, on Saturday last, and made a purchase of a street-organ. The deceased paid for the organ the sum of £10, promising to call for it on Monday or Tuesday. He never returned. He got a receipt for the money, giving the name of Charles Wanless. On this occasion he was accompanied by a person whom he called his mate. Both of them were nearly blind, and they told Mr. Glen they had travelled all over the colony, as they had tried all remedies for their failing sight, and had at last been recommended change of air. They now wanted each to get a musical instrument, the deceased the organ, and his male a tambourine. The person spoken of as deceased's mate has not yet been found, and nothing is known of either of them further than that given above. Whether from the effect of their blindness the same fate accidentally befell them both, or if not, how the absence of the mate is to be accounted for, cannot at present be explained. It seemed that the deceased was not short of money when he was at Mr. Glen's shop, but when found his pockets only contained 7s. 6d. The deceased is described as about thirty-eight years of age, 5ft. 8in. in height, of very stout build, with brown hair, worn rather long. He was dressed in a light striped frock-coat with horn buttons tweed trousers, and blue coarse Crimean shirt. The mate was only about 5ft. 4in in height and wore a long-tailed brown coat. An inquest will be held on the body on Friday, at eleven o'clock.

"ACCIDENTS AND OFFENCES", The Farmer's Journal and Gardener's Chronicle (12 February 1864), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179479377 

The dead body of a man was found Wednesday morning, by Sergeant Perry, floating in the Yarra, near the Melbourne gasworks. It has since been identified as that of a man who called at Mr. Glen's music establishment, Swanston street, on Saturday afternoon, and bought a street organ for which he paid £10. The man appeared to see very badly, and was accompanied by a mate who seemed even worse, being almost blind. Wanless was the name deceased gave, and he stated that he and his friend had been nearly all over the colony trying to got their eyes cured, but had not succeeded. As change of air had been recommended, he said that he and his friend had agreed to travel the country together, and to gain a living, the one by playing an organ and the other a tambourine. After some further conversation the men left, promising to call again for the organ on Monday, but they did not do so. The mate of Wanless is not forthcoming, which seems rather suspicious; but, as the body presents no marks of violence, and as the sum of 7s 6d was found in deceased's pocket, there exists hardly any assignable motive for foul play being suspected.

"CORONER'S INQUEST", The Argus (15 February 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5744209

An inquest was held on Saturday by the city coroner, at the morgue, upon the body of the blind man Wanless, who was found drowned on last Wednesday morning, in the basin near the gas-works. The man, William Bates, also blind, who was a mate to the deceased some time prior to his death, was present at the inquiry, in custody of the police. The following is the evidence adduced: -

James S. Greig, clerk at the Immigrants' Home, identified the deceased. His name was Charles Wanless, and he was aged thirty-six years. He was a single man, and had been in the colony about ten years. He had been for some time an inmate of the home, which he left on the 3rd inst . . .

Harcourt Lee, assistant to Mr. Glen, music-seller, Swanston-street, deposed to having seen the deceased at the shop on Saturday, the 6th inst., in company with Bates. Wanless bought an organ piano, paying £10 for it. He was to have called into the shop for the instrument on Monday or Tuesday, but never returned. He paid in ten £1-notes, taking the money from his own pocket. Witness had not seen Bates since, but had heard of his calling at the shop on Thursday last . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henderson Glen (musicseller); Harcourt Lee (musicseller's assistant)

"INQUEST . . . SUSPECTED MURDER", The Herald (15 February 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article247591387 

. . . Henry Ferry, sergeant of police, deposed that on Wednesday morning he was informed that there was the body of a man floating in the dock close to the gasworks. Witness got it out, and on removing it to the morgue found a few shillings, two half-crowns, some coppers, and a receipt for an organ . . .

"MYSTERIOUS DROWNING", The Age (15 February 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article155024066 

"THE ADJOURNED INQUEST AT THE MORGUE", The Argus (17 February 1864), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5744296 

. . . Wanless asking about a street organ, witness recommended him to go to Glen's. Wanless spoke something about buying an instrument for his mate. Wanless returned afterwards, and said he had bought an organ at Glen's . . .

"INQUESTS. MYSTERIOUS CASE", The Herald (17 February 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article247588195 

. . . This being all the evidence that could be procured up to the present time, the jury retired, and after about an hour's deliberation, the following verdict - through the foreman - informed the Coroner that nine out of the sixteen empanelled were for finding the prisoner guilty of wilful murder - that the deceased, Charles Wanless, was found drowned floating in the Gas-house dock, on the 10th instant, and there is no evidence to show how he came into the water. The prisoner Bates was then removed in custody on a charge of vagrancy.

Grant of administration, Charles Wanless, 1864; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/76FA819E-F1D4-11E9-AE98-596765EA0F5D?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3914476A-F1DC-11E9-AE98-7DB6AD981215?image=1 (DIGITISED)


Other references:

Michael T. Bass, Street music in the metropolis, correspondence and observations on the existing law, and proposed amendments (London: John Murray, 1864)

https://archive.org/details/streetmusicinme00unkngoog (DIGITISED)




WARD, Emma (Emma WARD; Emma WARDE)

Contralto vocalist

Active Ballarat, VIC, 1859-60

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Emma+Ward+contralto (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARD-Emma (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

? [Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (18 March 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4833399 

AT the European To-Night the following Talent will appear: -
Mrs. Williamson, Miss Ward, Mr. Leveson, Mr. Field, Mr. Benham, Mr. Benjamin,
Mr. Tallerman's Dissolving Views, and Mr. George Williamson, the best Comic Vocalist in Victoria.
Commence at eight o'clock. Admission, one shilling.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Williamson and wife (vocalists); John Leveson (vocalist); Henry Benham (vocalist)

? Names and descriptions of passengers per Carntyne, from London, 29 January, arrived Melbourne, 21 May 1856; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3AFE01E4-F96C-11E9-AE98-F70ABC3BAF48?image=318 (DIGITISED)

Cabin . . . Miss Emma Ward / 30 . . .

? "SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED (HOBSON'S BAY)", The Argus (23 May 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4838570 

May 21. - Carntyne, ship, 940 tons, W. J. Sparke, from London on 3rd February. Passengers - cabin . . . Miss. E. Ward . . . and three hundred and nineteen in the steerage. Mr. J. Oswald, surgeon. Cleve Brothers and Co. agents.

"PROVINCIAL. ARARAT", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (6 August 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201375536 

On Monday last, at the Bull and Mouth Concert Hall, Thatcher made his last appearance on the occasion of his benefit. During the week Miss Chalker, Miss Emma Ward, Mr. Dan. Golding, and Professor Risley and Son have been the order of the evening. At the Shamrock the San Francisco Minstrels are engaged.

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (12 September 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66055248

Grand Re-opening, OF THE CRITERION CONCERT HALL,
THE above room is now open to the public, with a company not to be surpassed in the colony.
The following artistes are now engaged:
MISS MARIA CHALKER, Soprano.
MISS EMMA WARD, Contralto.
MR. E. HACKETT, Baritone, (his first appearance on Ballarat.)
MR. DAN. GOLDING, the old favorite, in his delineations of Irish songs.
A. R. OWEN, [sic] Pianist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Marie Chalker (vocalist); Edward Hackett (vocalist); Daniel Golding (vocalist); Richard Owen (pianist); John William Emery (proprietor); Criterion Concert Hall (Ballarat venue, Criterion Hotel)

"CRITERION CONCERT HALL", The Star (19 September 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66055355

This popular place of amusement has recently been opened under the most favorable auspices, and with an excellent company of first rate artistes, who have been vary favorably received in the principal towns on the gold fields. The interior of the concert hall is very tastefully fitted up, and on Saturday night it was well filled by a respectable audience. The personal respectability of the talent engaged is such as to offer a guarantee that nothing bordering on the indelicate, either in word or deed, should be heard or seen; and everything is conducted with be coming neatness . . . Miss Chalker and Miss Ward - the former a soprano and the latter a contralto voice - are artistes not unknown to fame, and as professionals rank high in public estimation . . . Mr. A. R. Owen presides at the pianoforte; and the present company is one that shows the discriminating taste of Mr. Emery in catering for the public.

"News and Notes", The Star (26 September 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66055511 

On Saturday night the Criterion, under the judicious management of Mr. Owen, was again well filled by a numerous audience. The programme was varied and attractive, and if we are to judge from the plaudits of the audience, Miss Chalker and Mr. Hackett are decidedly popular favorites. Indeed, the flattering enthusiasm which greets the company generally is the best proof of the estimation in which they are held by the public. As professionals Miss Chalker and Mr. Hackett evince much feeling and considerable pathos. Miss Ward is in excellent voice, and her style and finish bespeak careful study. Dan Golding is a genuine son of Momus. Versatility of character is his fate and he is never so happy as when making others so. The songs and glees were admirably rendered, and an evening may be spent very pleasantly at the Criterion.

[Advertisement], The Star (24 November 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66335943 

CHARLIE NAPIER THEATRE.
Proprietor, Mr. D. Symons. Stage Manager, Mr. T. Wilson.
THIS EVENING, SATURDAY, And during the week
GRAND MISCELLANEOUS ENTERTAINMENT, BY MR. T. WILSON
And the celebrated CRESCENT CITY MINSTRELS,
Together with the much admired ballad singer, Miss Emma Warde.
Negro Melodies, Breakdowns, Banjo Solos, and Ethiopian Burlesques.
Hibernian Delineations by our old favorite, MR. T. WILSON.
Miss Emma Ward in entire, new songs nightly.
Change of Performance nightly.
Pit, 1s; boxes, 2s; dress circle, 3s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlie Napier Theatre (Ballarat venue)

[Joseph Michael Forde] "MUMMER MEMOIRS", Sydney Sportsman (6 March 1907), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166743933 

The Australian stage has been favored with the presence of no less than four prominent performers of the name of Ward - the first Miss Emma Ward, a singer who appeared early in the fifties and brought with her a reputation from the music-halls, and who succeeded fairly well in a like capacity in Victoria when music halls flourished in Melbourne and the chief inland towns, and money was plentiful and nuggets as common as "coppers" are to-day. Then there was Miss Kate Warde, a captivating actress . . .

Also "MISS ADA WARD. THE STAGE AND THE 'ARMY', A Romantic History", NZ Truth (11 May 1907), 7

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZTR19070511.2.41

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Michael Forde (memoirist); Kate Warde (vocalist, actor)

[Joseph Michael Forde], "MUMMER MEMOIRS", Sydney Sportsman (27 July 1910), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166758079 

. . . Sandridge and Emerald Hill, in the mid-fifties, had their music halls - at The Chequers Inn, Sandridge, and at the Napoleon III. on Emerald Hill. At the latter, Sarah Saqui was a favorite vocalist, as was Miss Emma Ward, who afterwards descended to an oyster shop at Bendigo. She was a Londoner, and no connection with the other Wards who trod the legitimate stage; but she and Sarah Saqui made money at these public house music halls in the roaring fifties . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Saqui (vocalist)

[Joseph Michael Forde], "EARLY MELBOURNE", Truth [Perth, WA] (23 March 1912), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208700893 

. . . At Sandridge and Emerald Hill, now known as Port Melbourne and South Melbourne respectively, were music halls attached to the hotels, and at which appeared some very fair singers who had had some London experience, Miss Sarah Saqui and Miss Emma Ward being of the number. These intercepted the seafaring people on the tramp to Melbourne, and in the midfifties Sandridge and the Sandridge-road . . .




WARD, Seth Frank (Seth Frank WARD; Mr. S. F. WARD)

Musician, choirmaster, schoolmaster, headmaster (Christ Church school, Sydney), Anglican lay leader

Born England, 15 January 1826; baptised Longbridge Deverill, Wiltshire, 25 November 1829; son of George Ridout WARD (d. 1846) and Ann BURGES
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by March 1853
Died Sydney, NSW, 7 March 1894, aged "68/69th"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Seth+Frank+Ward+1826-1894 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARD-Seth-Frank (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Probably named after the 17th-century Anglican churchman Seth Ward (bishop of Exeter and Salisbury)


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of Longbridge Deverill, in the County of Wilts in the Year 1829; register 1813-76, page 81; Wiltshire Council

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61188/images/45582_263021009500_2056-00094 (PAYWALL)

No. 644 / Nov'r 25th 1829 / Seth Frank born 15th Jan'y 1826 / [son of] George and Anne / Ward / Crockerton / Silk Throwster
No. 645 / Nov'r 25th 1829 / Edward Burger born Dec'r 1st 1822 / [son of] George and Anne / Ward / Crockerton / Silk Throwster
[marginal note] These children were committed into the congregation this day having been previously privately baptized.

England census, 6 June 1841, King Edward VI School, Bruton, Somerset; UK National Archives, HO107/934/3/53/1

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/SOMHO107_932_935-0287 (PAYWALL)

Rev'd J. H. Abrahall / Headmaster . . .
Seth Frank Ward / 15 / [Scholar] / . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 March 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12944744 

THE ST. JAMES' GRAMMAR SCHOOL.
UNDER the Patronage and direction of the Lord Bishop of Sydney.
The Rev. Thomas Druitt - Head Master
Mr. C. H. Rich - Second Master
Mr. S. F. Ward - Assistant Master
French Professor - Auguste Boquet
Singing, &c. - Mr. Johnson
Gymnastic Drill - Sergeant Major Baynes, (H. M. XI. Regt.)
This school will re-open after the Easter Holidays, on Monday, the 4th April.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Druitt (headmaster); James Johnson (singing master)

"SYDNEY CHORAL SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 June 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12996677 

The annual general meeting of the members of this Society was held last evening, at St. James' Infant School-room, Castlereagh-street. Mr. James Johnson occupied the chair . . . . Mr. Hemming moved "That the following gentlemen do constitute the committee for the current year: President, Rev. W. H. Walsh; honorary secretary, Mr. James Johnson; honorary treasurer, Mr. S. S. Ussher; librarian, Mr. S. F. Ward; Mr. Colley, Mr. Hemming, Mr. Hurford, Mr. W. J. Johnson, Mr. J. V. Lavers, Mr. Woolford." Mr. Harrison seconded the resolution, which was put and carried . . . . A vote of thanks was then returned to the chairman, Mr. Hurford remarking in conveying them, the great interest which had been taken, and trouble and time expended in endeavouring to bring this Society to perfection, not only by him, but also by his brother, Mr. W. J. Johnson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edwin Colley (member); Henry or Lewis Hurford (members); William Jonathan Johnson (member); Sydney Choral Society (organisation)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 April 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28623099

SAINT PAUL'S COLLEGE CHAPEL CHORAL UNION. Sydney, Eve of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, 1st February, 1862. To WILLIAM J. JOHNSON, ESQ. - We, the undersigned, who either are, or have been members of the St. Paul's College Chapel Choral Union beg leave to express our regret that you have withdrawn from us your valuable services as Organist and Choir Master.
In parting, we all feel that we ought not to do so without tendering our best thanks for the very kind manner in which you have presided over us during our connection together for the purpose of celebrating the Choral Service of our Church, according to the custom followed in the Cathedral Churches and Collegiate Chapels in our native country, and hitherto unpractised in this colony; and for the willing information, assistance, and co-operation we have always received from you, even at the sacrifice of personal convenience and pecuniary cost. The value of those services we cannot repay, but we can, and do trust, that the example you have set will stir up the spirit of many others to set forth the praises of our Creator and Redeemer, to the best of their means and ability, and we cannot refrain from expressing our desire, that we may have the pleasure of seeing you performing a like office in the Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew, in this city.
We earnestly hope, that health, happiness, and prosperity may be your future lot and that of your family, and that your work of love may be accepted of Him whose approbation we all desire.
Henry J. Hose, M.A., Warden of St. Paul's College and President of the Choral Union
W. Tonson, E. Haviland, Librarian, and Secretary to the Choral Union.
James Morey, Robert Johnson, Fellow of St. Paul's, and Vice-President of the Choral Union,
Richard Johnson, Fellow of St. Paul's, and Treasurer to the Choral Union,
W. A. Paul, George Arthur Vaughan,
Seth F. Ward, Joseph Cook, Montagu R. Younger, H. K. Smith,
H. Stephen, James Phypers, W. Hemming, G. Spanswick, A. J. Gastan, G. Best, A. E. Gaston,
Frank Smith, James William Johnson, M.A., Sydney, J. William Brookes, John Morris,
J. T. Read, George R. Hirst, R. Peel Raymond.
REPLY. To the Rev. Henry J. Hose, M.A., and the other members of St. Paul's College Chapel Choral Union.
Gentlemen, - In reply to your kind and generous expression of my services in connexion with St. Paul's College Choral Union, I beg to assure you that it has given me sincere pleasure and gratification to find that my very humble ability has been so favourably esteemed by those whose approbation I so much value.
Church music has always been my primary object in musical matters, and if I have been in the smallest degree the means of enlivening the devotion of any, I am heartily thankful to Him, from whom alone come all good gifts.
Sincerely thanking you for your kind wishes towards myself and family, and trusting that a devout love for the Choral Service of our Church may daily increase,
I remain, dear Sirs, yours faithfully,
W. J. JOHNSON.

ASSOCIATIONS: Montague Younger (member); James Phyphers (member)

"CHRIST CHURCH MUSICAL AND LITERARY INSTITUTE", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 November 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13142800

A miscellaneous entertainment was given last evening in Christ Church Schoolroom, Pitt-street, in connection with Christ Church Musical and Literary Institute. The schoolroom was well filled. The programme consisted of choruses, songs, and recitations, some of which were given in a tasteful manner, and appeared to give great satisfaction. In addition to the above, the Christ Church Handbell Society played several airs in a masterly style, and during the interval between the first and second parts the drum and fife band, under the leadership of Mr. Wilson, performed several pieces of music. A number of the choristers connected with the church assisted in the choruses, and altogether the entertainment was a very pleasing one. The musical portion of the affair was conducted by Mr. Ward.

[Advertising], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 March 1868), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28609453

LAYING OF FOUNDATION STONE OF ST. JOHN'S, BISHOPTHORPE. -
The gentlemen of the Choirs of St. James's, Christ Church, St. Mark's, and St. Paul's, who are to take part in the ceremony of the laying of the foundation stone of the above church by H. R. H. the Duke of Edinburgh, are requested to meet at Christ Church, on SATURDAY EVENING, at half past 7 precisely.
JAMES FURLEY, Organist.
S. T. WARD, Hon, Choir-master.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Furley (organist); Alfred (duke of Edinburgh)

"ST. JOHN'S, BISHOPTHORPE", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 March 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13155494

On Saturday evening, at half past 7 o'clock, the gentlemen of the choir of St. James's, Christ Church, St Mark's, and St Paul's - who are to take part in the ceremonies at the laying of the foundation stone of St. John's, Bishopthorpe, by his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, on Monday, the 16th instant - assembled at Christ Church Schoolroom for practice. Mr. S. T. Ward of Christ Church, acted as choirmaster, and Mr. James Furley, the organist at St. James, presided at the harmonium. The Rev. Mr. Kemmis, of St. Mark's, and the Rev. E. M. Saliniere (the parish clergyman of St. John's) were present, both taking an active interest in the proceedings. The number of the four united choirs was twenty-one men and twenty-four boys, all, it is needless to say, practically acquainted with the principles of music, and good vocalists. It was a very pleasing, and animated scene to witness the earnestness and precision with which they executed several pieces of Anglican music, and especially the deservedly popular Te Deum, of Jackson, with which all churchmen are so familiar. In spite of an occasional variation of accent, or time (arising, doubtless, out of some difference in parochial use), a uniform and most effective rendering was given to the grand old hymn of St. Ambrose, a like success being more easily attained in the processional hymn, "Jerusalem, the Golden," allowed to be one of the most beautiful hymns in the English language. The choirs are to meet again for further practice at the same place and hour on Tuesday and Saturday next. Several gentlemen of the highest musical attainments belong to these choirs, the union of which cannot fail of being productive of a great musical success . . .

MUSIC: Te Deum in F (William Jackson)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 August 1869), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13179357 

WANTED, for a large town in the Western district, an ORGANIST and CHOIR MASTER.
For particulars apply to Mr. S. F. Ward, Christ Church School.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 December 1874), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13337754 

CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOLROOM.
GRAND CONCERT of VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC,
THIS EVENING, 16th December, 1874.
PROGRAMME. - PART I.
1. Grand Duo, piano and harmonium (from Meyerbeer's "Prophete") - Engel - Mr. STANLEY and GENTLEMEN AMATEUR.
2. Chorus - "From our home " (I Lombardi) - Verdi
3. Song, bass - "England's Heart" - Blockley
4. Quartette (brass instruments) - "Vivi Tu"
5. Duet (tenor and bass) - "Excelsior" - Balfe
6. Sestette (male voices) - "To the Forest" - Sir H. Bishop
7. Song (bass) - "The Prairie on fire" - W. Knowles
8. Chorus - "Lake and Waterfall" - Thorne.
Intermission of five minutes.
PART II.
1. Duet (piano and harmonium) - "Gounod's Grand March Romaine" - Nava
2. Chorus - "The Cuckoo" - Macfarren
3. Song (bass) - "A Freshening Breeze" - Randegger
4. Quintette (brass instruments) - "Come where my love"
5. Duet (tenor and bass) - "Army and Navy" - Braham
6. Glee - "Marjory Miller" - R. A. Smith
7. Song (bass) - "Down by the deep sad sea"
8. Chorus - "Russian National Anthem" - arranged by Barnby
God save the Queen.
Tickets, 1s 6d each.
Conductor - Mr. S. F. WARD.
Accompanist - Mr. W. STANLEY.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Stanley (accompanist)

[News], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 December 1874), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13345457 

Last evening there was given in Christ Church School-room a grand concert of vocal and instrumental music. There were present about 200 persons. The entertainment proved on the whole to be an excellent one. The choruses were especially worthy of notice. They were rendered very skilfully by the combined choirs of Christ Church and its Sunday-School. Among these choruses were "From our home" (I Lombardi) and the Russian "National Anthem" arranged by Barnby. Several songs, duets, and glees were spiritedly given by gentlemen amateurs. Two duets on the pianoforte and harmonium were deservedly applauded, as was also a quartette "Vivi Tu" on brass instruments. The programme was brought to a close with the "National Anthem." Mr. S. F. Ward acted as conductor, and Mr. W. Stanley as accompanist.

"Miscellaneous Items", Australian Town and Country Journal (15 October 1881), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70961215 

On Friday afternoon the pupil teachers and scholars attending the Christ Church school presented Mr. S. F. Ward with a very handsome illuminated address and gold pencil case, on the eve of his departure, and in token of the high esteem in which he is held by all those with whom he has been associated. Mr. Ward, who has been connected with the school for upwards of 28 years, made a suitable reply, warmly thanking his young friends for their kindly expression of regard towards him.

Teachers roll, Seth Ward (C.[of]E.); State Records Authority of NSW, NRS 4073 (1991)

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/8084:4889 (PAYWALL)

Assistant Teacher (First) Christ Church C.E. (not classified)
Appointed (conditionally) Teacher of Christ Church (C.E.) £84 / November 1870
Placed in Class III Section B / August 1873
Removed from position of Teacher to that of Temp. Asst. Christ Church C.E. / 1 September 1880
Resignation as Temp. Ass't T'cher Christ Ch. (C.E.) accepted / 30 September 1881

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (8 March 1894), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13943244

WARD. - On the 7th instant, Seth Frank Ward, in the 68th year of his age, for many years head master of Christ Church Day and Sunday Schools. Funeral Service at Christ Church at 8 a.m., Friday, 9th instant. Interment at Campbelltown, leaving Sydney by 9.30 a.m. train.

"MEMORIAL WINDOW AT CHRIST CHURCH", The Daily Telegraph (24 December 1894), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article236117550 

On Saturday afternoon the Primate (Dr. Saumarez Smith) unveiled a very fine stained glass window, presented to Christ Church in memory of the late Mr. Seth Frank Ward, who, for something like 20 years, was intimately connected with that place of worship. In the old days of denominational education Mr. Ward was head, and afterwards second, master of the parochial school, and also choirmaster at the church. About 10 years ago failing health compelled him to give up all but the latter office, he, however, continued almost to the last his labors in the interests of the parish, and he is held in loving remembrance by all connected with the church. The window was subscribed for by some of his old pupils and more intimate friends, it is a work of art in all respects, highly creditable to Messrs. Lyon and Cottier, who designed and carried it out. The subjects represented are "Christ blessing the little children," "The Good Samaritan," "The conversion of the Ethiopian," and "David, the Psalmist," which very appropriately commemorate the interest the deceased gentleman took in the Sunday-school, the charities of the parish, the foreign missions, and the choir services. After unveiling the window, the Primate delivered a short but touching address from Hebrews xiii., v. 7, "Whoso faith follow, considering the end of their conversation." The service was the shortened form of evensong. Appropriate hymns were sung, and special psalms and collects said.

"OLD CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOLS", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 December 1905), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14734976 

. . . In 1870, Mr. Samuel H. Turton, who had been headmaster for 23 years, entered into his rest. Mr. Seth Ward, for many years his assistant, was appointed to the vacant position, and ably upheld the traditions of the school for its high scholastic standard. Mr. Ward came to New South Wales in 1853, and went on the staff of the Sydney Grammar School, under the Rev. T. Druitt, at that time headmaster. A year later he resigned that position to become assistant master at Christ Church schools. After becoming headmaster, he carried on the work with the same untiring energy which his predecessor had displayed. His death occurred in 1894, and a year afterwards Mr. William Warner's services were secured . . .


Bibliography and resources:

"CCSL The forgotten headmasters", in Samuel Hopkinson Turton, Geni.com

https://www.geni.com/people/Samuel-Turton/6000000151314408725 

Born in 1825 in Crockerton, Seth Frank Ward was educated at King Edward VI Grammar School, Bruton, Somerset. Having spent six years teaching at private schools he came to New South Wales in 1853 and first taught at St James Grammar School, Phillip Street under Rev T Druitt. He became an assistant to Samuel Turton at the Christ Church School in 1854 and continued in that position until Turton's death in 1870.

Laura Allen, A history of Christ Church S. Laurence, Sydney (Sydney: Finn Bros, 1939)

. . . from 1854 till his death in 1894, Mr. Ward was the life and soul of most of the parish activities of Christ Church, for besides his teaching he was keenly interested in music, being choirmaster for some years; guilds and missions also owed much to his keen enthusiasm and self-sacrifice. "Daddy Four Eyes" his over-exuberant scholars called him, for, said they: "He has eyes at the back of his head as well; even if he's writing at the blackboard he knows what a chap's doing behind him!" " Seth Ward remained a close friend of the Turton family, following the death of Samuel in 1870. He certainly replaced Samuel as head of the school but did he also replace him as head of the family? The three children married at Christ Church before 1870 had their father as a formal witness while those married in 1873 and 1876 both show Seth as a witness, apparently in place of their deceased father. Seth Ward retired from the school in 1884, but by no means from involvement in the parish, continuing with good works for the church and Sunday school. He died at his residence in Arthur Street, Surry Hills, on 7 March 1894 at the age of 69, and was buried at St Peter's Cemetery, Campbelltown . . .

Seth Frank Ward, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/186895833/seth-frank-ward 




WARDE, Cornelius (Cornelius COUGLAN; "Con. WARDE")

Actor

Born Bermuda, c. 1830; son of Francis COUGHLAN alias WARDE and Catherine O'BRIEN/CALLAGHAN
Arrived Adelaide, SA, by 1850
Married Margaret LOFTUS, VIC, 1850
Died Fitzroy, VIC, 15 December 1874, aged "45"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Con+Warde+Cornelius+Coughlan+d1874 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARDE-Cornelius (shareable link to this entry)

WARDE, Kate (Katherine Theresa COUGHLAN, alias WARDE; Catherine Therese; Kate WARDE; Mrs. James H. VINSON)

Actor, vocalist

Born Enniscorthy, Ireland, c. 1837; daughter of Francis COUGHLAN alias WARDE and Catherine O'BRIEN/CALLAGHAN
Active Sydney, NSW, by October 1852
Married James Hetters VINSON, Castlemaine, VIC, 1857
Died Fitzroy, VIC, 20 June 1872, aged 35

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Kate+Warde+d1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARDE-Kate (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Kate Vinson (daughter)


Summary:

According to her death record, Kate Warde was born in Enniscorthy, Ireland, about 1837, a daughter of Francis Coughlan and Catherine Callaghan (although her elder brother Cornelius's death record gives their mother's surname as O'Brien).

Kate Warde was first billed to appear at the Queen's Theatre, Melbourne, in March 1851, and at the Royal Victoria Theatre in Sydney in October 1852. She appeared in Melbourne with Octavia Hamilton as Astley's Amphitheatre in October and November 1854. In July 1856 at Andrew Torning's newly renamed English Opera House (Prince of Wales Theatre), she sang Blockley's Hearts and homes and Barker's I'm leaving thee in sorrow, Annie in a concert, and also appeared as Lisa in La sonnambula.

The actor Kate Vinson was her daughter.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (8 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4776596 

QUEEN'S THEATRE.
SATURDAY NIGHT. NOVELTY EXTRAORDINARY.
Grand Musical Melange and BALLET DIVERTISEMENT.
The Evening's Entertainments will commence with a Splendid Serious Ballet, entitled,
THE MOUNTAIN SYLPH. Eola, the Mountain Sylph, Mrs. YOUNG.
Comic Dance - Mr. Evans. Highland Reel by the Characters.
To be followed by Comic Duet - Mr. and Mrs. EVANS,
Song, I'm Ninety-Five - Miss WARD.
AFTER WHICH That eccentric character "BILLY BARLOW," will appear and give his opinion of things in general.
Comic Song - Mr. WARD . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William and Evadne Evans (actors, vocalists); Jane Young (dancer); Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (27 November 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226912616 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. FRIDAY EVENING. NOVEMBER 29th, 1851.
SONG - "I'm Ninety five," MISS WARD. A COMIC SONG - MR. EVANS . . .

"THEATRICALS", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator [Sydney, NSW] (16 October 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251531607 

A tolerably good house witnessed the performance of the popular play of Rob Roy Macgregor last Monday night, when the role of that notorious highland cateran was sustained by Mr. Warde with considerable spirit . . . and on Friday Rob Roy was again repeated, followed by a new farce under the curious title of Jack in the Green, in which a Miss Warde, from the Queen's Theatre, Melbourne, made her debut . . .

[Advertisement], The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator [Sydney, NSW] (23 October 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251530824 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. THIS EVENING, Saturday, Oct. 23, 1852 . . .
the Interlude of BOB SHORT. Mr. Dipwick - Mr. Montague; Bob Short - Mr. Willis;
Mr. Tot - Mr. F. Howson; Esther - Madame Carandini; Betty - Miss Warde . . .
J. G. Griffiths, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (actor, vocalist); Frank Howson (actor, vocalist); John Gordon Griffiths (actor, manager); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (28 January 1854), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251544270 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE.
MONDAY, JANUARY 30th, 1854, For the BENEFIT OF MR. WARDE . . .
THE LEAR OF PRIVATE LIFE. Fitzarden, Father of Agnes, the Lear of Private Life - Mr. Warde
Emily Goodall - Miss Warde . . .
Song - The Smuggler King - Mr. Turner
New Ballad - I'm Leaving thee Annie - Miss Warde
Solo on the Concertina - Mr. Richardson.
Comic Song - Mr. Rogers.
Irish Schoolmaster - Mr. Warde . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Turner (vocalist); Henry Richardson (concertina); George Herbert Rogers (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (31 May 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article30940428 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . .
MISS WARDE begs most respectfully to intimate to her friends and the public generally,
that her farewell benefit is fixed for Wednesday, the 31st of May, on which occasion she solicits a share of public patronage . . .
THE evening's entertainments will commence with the celebrated Drama, in three nets, entitled EUGENE ARAM: or, ST. ROBERTS' CAVE. Medley Dance, Miss Hart.
Song (first time), "Mariette, the Soubrette," Miss Warde.
Garland Dance, Miss Collins. Song (by desire), "The Meeting of the Waters," Mrs. Guerin.
To conclude with the laughable Farce entitled SKETCHES IN INDIA.
Boxes may be secured at the Box Office; and from Miss WARDE, at her residence, 6, Palmer-street, Woolloomooloo.

ASSOCIATIONS: Theodosia Guerin (vocalist, actor); Louisa Collins (dancer)

"MISS O. HAMILTON'S BENEFIT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (12 October 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4798847 

Although the boisterous state of the weather last evening was sufficient to deter the less enthusiastic admirers of music and musicians from venturing abroad, yet we are glad to my that notwithstanding the absence of many who, had the night been finer, would have paid Astley's a visit, the immense building was well filled . . . Miss Warde's vocalization of "Trab Trab" was neat and musician-like, and the singer was loudly applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Astley's Amphitheatre (Melbourne venue)

"ASTLEY'S AMPHITHEATRE", The Argus (19 October 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4799156 

This deservedly popular place of amusement was well filled on Tuesday night, notwithstanding the repeated heavy showers, which to a considerable extent lessened the effect of the different songs, Miss O. Hamilton and Miss Warde were enthusiastically applauded. Mr. Barlow was in full force, and his performances were appreciated even more highly than usual . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Barlow (vocalist, musician)

"ASTLEY'S AMPHITHEATRE", The Argus (30 October 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4799597 

. . . Miss Warde appears to be an especial favourite with the frequenters of the amphitheatre, and Miss Octavia Hamilton seemed to be quite at home in the house. Mr. Barlow is a host in himself . . .

"ASTLEY'S AMPHITHEATRE", The Age (12 December 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154851422 

We paid a passing visit to this popular place of amusement on Saturday evening and found a "beggarly account of empty boxes" in every division of the house. The truth is that last Saturday night was one of those unfortunate occasions in which failure was anticipated, and most decidedly accomplished. The whole performances were made up of songs, without any new features; the stars had all withdrawn for the night, and the public knew it, and staid away. We would suggest to Mr. Lewis the propriety of closing the theatre altogether rather than suffer the damage to the reputation of his house by providing only for a disappointment. The performances were of the average order, so far as they went. Of Miss Hamilton we will say nothing, the public have assigned her a niche, and we bow to their decision, reluctantly, however. The singing of Miss Stewart was very unaffected, and chaste. Miss Warde has improved much, by the care she has manifested since her debut, but if she would study "deportment" and try to be a little less formal and stiff, she would soon eclipse her more, dashing rival, as her voice is decidedly more sweet, and her appreciation more correct. Miss Warde would do well to conclude her performances without striving for a finishing effect which to often assumes the form of a scream, in which there is little music, and less taste. A Mr. Benham sung some takes-off of new chums in a comic style, but, unfortunately for him, he succeeded to the boards which Barlow has only just left, and before his fame has died out. Another gentleman who sung lusty bass, competed the role of performers for the night.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Stewart (vocalist); Henry Benham (vocalist)

"DRAMATIC CRITICISM (To the Editors of the . . .)", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (8 December 1855), 9-10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115555521 

GENTLEMEN, - I am an ardent lover of Theatrical Entertainments - a firm believer in their Educational efficacy, both in a moral and in an aesthetic point of view . . . Will you suffer me to make a few remarks . . . ? . . . We are fortunate enough to possess a few really good performers - excellent in their respective lines - rich in talent and ripe through experience. In speaking of such artistes as Mr. and Mrs. Craven, Mr. Stephens, Mr. Lambert, Mr. Frank Howson, and Mr. Mungall, the critic, of course has merely to echo the plaudits that nightly greet them. We have others - at the head of whom stands that gifted, graceful little actress, Miss Kate Warde - full of promise - a "half-prankt with Spring, with Summer half-embrowned." The pruning-knife occasionally and delicately employed, and the sunlight of encouragement plentifully shed, will soon convert the prophecy of histrionic fame into history for these . . .
- A CONSTANT PLAYGOER. December 4th.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry and Eliza Craven (actors, vocalist); William Henry Stephens (actor); Joseph Charles Lambert (actor); Frank Howson (actor, vocalist); John Mungall (actor)

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (21 February 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60174116 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. THIS EVENING.
Thursday, February 21st, will be produced Flotow's romantic and comic Opera, in 4 Acts, called MARTHA; or, the RICHMOND MARKET.
Characters by Madame ANNA BISHOP, Mrs. Guerin, Mrs. Gibbs, Miss Warde, Mrs. Hart; Messrs. J. Howson, F. Howson, Stewart, Turner, Bruton, Kitts, Churchill.

ASSOCIATIONS: Anna Bishop (vocalist); Eliza Gibbs (vocalist); Augusta Hart (vocalist, actor); John Howson (vocalist); Richard Stewart (vocalist); James Edward Kitts (vocalist); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], Empire (7 July 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60250280

ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE (late Prince of Wales Theatre). - Under the direction and management of Mr. A. Torning. -
GRAND HOLIDAY FESTIVAL! In celebration of Peace. THIS DAY, (Monday) EVENING, 7th July.
PROGRAMME - PART 1ST . . . Song - "Hearts and Homes," Blockley - Miss Kate Warde . . .
PART SECOND . . . Song - "I'm leaving thee in sorrow, Annie," Barker - Miss Kate Warde . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Torning (manager)

"THE THEATRES", Empire (8 July 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60250324 

The holiday book of fare at the Prince of Wales Theatre was of a musical nature. A Concert, in which Miss Flora Harris, Miss Kate Warde, Madame Carandini, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Fisher, and Mr. John Howson took part, was given under the leadership of Mr. Packer. Some very pretty ballads were sung, and at the end of the First Part, the National air of "Hail Australia," was given by the full band, and at the conclusion, "God Save the Queen." The attendance was very small.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Churchill Fisher (vocalist); Charles Sandys Packer (conductor, pianist)

"ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE", The Sydney Morning Herald (8 July 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12984588

Last evening this spacious building, better known as the Prince of Wales Theatre threw open its doors for the first time since its change of name. The entertainments were wholly musical, consisting of a concert, the programme of which was well selected and attractive. The vocalists were Miss Flora Harris, Madame Cramer, Miss Kate Warde, Mr. John Howson, and Mr. Steward [sic, Stewart]. This evening the new company commence their operatic season with Bellini's opera of La Sonnambula. Mr. Walter Sherwin is the first tenor, Miss Julia Harland sustains the role of Amina, the Count Rodolpho is Mr. Farquharson, and the port of Liza is entrusted to Miss Warde. Mrs. Gibbs and Mr. Fisher are also included in the cast.

ASSOCIATIONS: Flora Harris (vocalist); Margaretha Kramer (Haimberger) (vocalist); Julia Harland (vocalist); Walter Sherwin (vocalist); Robert Farquharson (vocalist); English Opera Company (troupe)

"ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE. LA SONNAMBULA", Empire (14 July 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60250623

. . . Miss Warde played Lisa in a very charming and natural manner, and is deserving of commendation for her painstaking endeavour to make the most of the character . . .

"THE DRAMA. ROYAL VICTORIA", Bell's Life in Sydney (24 January 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59865862

Thin houses and meagre "benefits" constitute the summary of the week. Mrs. Guerin's "benefit" on Monday, and Miss Kate Warde's on Thursday, were exceedingly equivocal tributes to the acknowledged talents of those ladies, and can only be attributed to the pressure of the times which enforces the relinquishment of luxuries on the part of the bees of the public hive.

"BALLARAT", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle [Melbourne, VIC] (7 March 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201376567 

. . . Miss Kate Ward has made her appearance at the Charlie Napier, and has evidently succeeded in making a strong impression. Her singing of the Yankee song, "Bobbing round," has created a perfect furore in her favour . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlie Napier Theatre (Ballarat venue)

"THE HAYMARKET THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (28 September 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88002049 

There was a good house on Saturday night, and the performances, which were for the benefit of Miss Kate Warde, went off in the most satisfactory manner. The "Pet of the Public" is one of those light amusing pieces in which the present company, and the fair beneficiare particularly, excel. They have already performed it several times, but it loses nothing in interest by repetition. That extraordinary song of "Bobbing around," sung so inimitably by Miss Warde, was received with no less applause than on the first night of the production of the piece in which it occurs. Of Vinson and Daniels, in their respective characters . . . we need only observe that they were quite as good as on any former occasion . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Hetters Vinson (actor); George Washington Daniels (actor); Haymarket Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"BIRTHS", Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (30 July 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197084446 

At the Red Hill Hotel, Forest Creek, on the 24th inst., the wife of J. H. Vinson, Esq., of a son.

1862, births in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:966910; RGD33/1/8 no 5390

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/966910 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-8$init=RGD33-1-8-P262J2K (DIGITISED)

No. 5390 / June 3rd / Catherine Josephine Harriett / [father] James Hetters Vinson / [mother] / Catherine Theresa Vinson (formerly Ward [sic]) / Comedian / . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Kate Vinson (daughter)

"DEATHS", Sydney Mail (21 October 1865), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166660474 

VINSON - October 16th, at No. 11, Jamison-street, James Hetters, son of Mr. James Hetters Vinson, aged 5 years and 5 months.

"LYCEUM THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (3 May 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87919051 

. . . Miss Kate Warde sang a new song, composed for her by the gentleman who has localised "Ixion," called "Up in the ball-room," and ephemeral as the subject is, this lady sang the song in a manner which sent the audience into extasies. In the refrain of this song the best notes of Miss Warde's very pleasing voice were heard to the greatest advantage; an enthusiastic encore took place . . .

"MISS KATE WARDE AT THE TOWN HALL", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (15 April 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article67276467

Miss Kate Warde is to appear at the Town Hall for three nights only, commencing on Easter Monday, in her popular dramatic and musical entertainments. Miss Kate Warde is accompanied by the eminent pianist, Mrs. Fatherly, associate of Royal Academy of Music, London, and ex-member of the Society of British Musicians. Miss Kate Warde has been lessee and manager of the Theatre Royal Hobart Town since Jan., and during the visit of the Flying Squadron to Hobart Town, and since; Miss Warde and her talented company re-produced, effectively, many of the latest sensational dramatic pieces, which have had the longest run in London, sustaining the leading female character in each piece herself. Miss Warde is an accomplished dramatic reader, and her entertainment ought to be more attractive here than the readings of the petted and partially spoiled Mr. Montgomery.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlotte Crofton Fatherley (pianist, accompanist)

"DEATHS", The Argus (21 June 1872), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5863720

VINSON. - On the 20th inst., at her residence 122 Gore-street, Fitzroy, Katherine Teresa, wife of Mr. James Vinson (nee Miss Kate Warde), aged 35 years.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (21 June 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197448801 

Yesterday morning Mrs. James Vinson, better known in theatrical circles as Kate Warde, breathed her last. The deceased lady will be remembered best as a member of the Fanny Young quartette, consisting of James Vinson, G. W. Daniels, Fanny Young, and Kate Warde. Both the ladies were married in Castlemaine, and as far as we know the only survivor now left is Mr. James Vinson, who at last advices was in San Francisco. It is no secret that he deserted his late wife in a shameless manner. The lady was thirty-five years of age, and was always of a delicate constitution. She will be also recollected as playing in Melbourne a leading part in one of Mr. Akhurst's burlesques at the Royal when Mr. Lyster had that establishment for a Christmas season. She was of moderate size, had very pleasing features, and was, fifteen years ago, one of the prettiest actresses Australia has ever seen. Disease and grief however did their work. Mrs. Vinson lost her children at Sandhurst years since. She afterwards was forsaken by her husband. Always of a consumptive temperament, the deceased lady seemed to give way after this so rapidly as to give her friends alarm, and her death at so early an age, although deeply regretted, has been fully expected. As a burlesque actress of the refined school, we have had no rival to Miss Warde in the colony; and those who have seen her play in comedy will remember with the utmost delight her impersonation of such characters as Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing. Her private character was estimable. Kate Warde will, for her virtues, be long remembered by a host of friends.

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Young (actor, dancer); William Mower Akhurst (dramatist); William Saurin Lyster (manager)

"DEATH OF MISS KATE WARDE", Weekly Times (22 June 1872), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article219360895 

By the death of Miss Kate Warde, which took place on Thursday at her residence, 122 Gore street, the theatrical profession lost a talented member, and at the same time one who was calculated to relieve it of some of those unwarranted stigmas which ignorance or prejudice is liable to attach to it. Though the deceased lady was comparatively unknown to the present race of Melbourne patrons of the drama, it was her misfortune, and not the fault of her abilities, that she has not of late years held the position she did during her earlier connection with the stage, when she was more popular, perhaps, than any actress of the same age who ever appeared on the colonial stage. For reasons of circumstances which would be immaterial to the present notice were it possible to give them, she almost disappeared from the Melbourne stage for several years; but her return to it for a brief period some eighteen months or two years ago was sufficient to justify the expectation that more would have been seen of her than was done by the public. Having, however, taken the part of the heroine in the "Lancashire Lass" with an ability which caused us then to bestow upon it special praise, and having soon afterwards made the minor character of Lord Eden a feature in the objectionable play of "Formosa," Miss Warde again left the Melbourne stage, as it has proved never to return to it. Shortly after her last appearance in Melbourne, her health began to fail, and the plain symptoms of the disease which has carried her off were apparent to her friends. She was always a great favourite with the Sandhurst public, and not long since the esteem in which she was held by them was evinced by a complimentary benefit, given to her after her health had rendered it impossible for her to follow the ordinary duties of her profession, when the attendance was reported to have been as large as had on any previous occasion visited the theatre, and resulted in the Histrionic Club of that city being able to present Miss Warde with a purse of £101. Soon after that she performed with the same club in a performance for the benefit of the Sandhurst Hospital, that being her last appearance on the stage. Since then her health has rapidly failed, and we are informed that fpr the last ten weeks she has been almost entirely confined to her bed, suffering from the slow, but surely fatal disease - consumption, which, as we have already stated, resulted in her death yesterday. Among the members of her profession and in the circle of her friends, Miss Warde was esteemed for the many estimable qualities which composed her character, and it may safely be said that those who knew her best will lament her most. Though known only to the public as Miss Kate Warde, the deceased lady was married, about fifteen years since to Mr. James Vinson, who left Australia for California several years ago, leaving her to battle her way in the world as best she could, and we understand that she has not heard from him for several years. Though, as we have said, she was little known of late years in Melbourne, her popularity in other places proved her to be possessed of exceptional talents, and there was, perhaps, no lady on the stage her equal as what, for want of a better term, may be called an actress of all work, as her reputation in the provinces and other colonies went to prove that she could perform in anything, from burlesque to Shakspeare, and did everything well. Her last illness was a painful one, but she bore it with patience, and as her life had been exemplary, her death was peaceful, and take her for all in all the theatrical profession is not likely soon to have her like again.

"Funeral Notices", The Argus (22 June 1872), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5863784

"THE STAGE", Weekly Times (19 December 1874), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article220457215 

We regret having to announce the death of Mr. Cornelius (more familiarly known as "Con.") Warde, an old and clever actor, who has more than once made a hit in different parts of Australia. He had been ailing for some time past, and he expired rather unexpectedly on Tuesday night, leaving a widow and eight children to mourn his loss. Mr. Warde was a brother to the late gifted actress, Miss Kate Warde, and he was much respected by the members of his profession.

"ENTERTAINMENTS", The Australasian [Melbourne, VIC] (19 December 1874), 19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article139125614 

Poor Con. Warde is dead. He was a worthy, honest fellow, and a most painstaking actor. I do not doubt that in his youth he had his ambitions, as which of us had not! Perhaps his opportunities were not proportionate to his deserts; and yet, in his younger time, he was, in his way, a celebrity. He was born in Bermuda, and he came to these latitudes when a boy. He made his first appearance in Adelaide, and then he came to Melbourne and joined the company at the old Queen's, then in the commencing splendour of its prosperity. Thence he went to Sydney, and was a star of magnitude under the management of Gordon Griffiths, himself an excellent actor, now but little remembered. To Melbourne again he came, and rejoined his former managers, Messrs. Young and Hydes, whom, after a while, he left for a tour through the diggings, which in those days patronised the drama liberally. His next visit to Sydney was for the purpose of supporting Mr. and Mrs. Waller, who had opened the Prince of Wales Theatre, and with whom, on their first night, he played Sir Thomas Clifford in "The Hunchback." Here he continued for two years the recognised leading man. He migrated southward once more, and played a long engagement with his sister, the late Mrs. Vinson (Kate Warde), at Ballarat, under the management of Mr. Greville. From hence he made a tour to all the gold-fields, and wherever he went he was liked both on and off the stage. When Mr. Hoskins be came manager of the Theatre Royal, Melbourne, Mr. Warde joined that company, and, up to about seven months ago, through the reigns of several managers, he was one of the best known actors in that establishment. Latterly fortune has not been altogether kind to him. His last engagement was at Ballarat, under the Rosa Cooper management, since when he has been out of health, out of spirits, and, I regret to hear, out of funds. I know of no actor who took a more conscientious view of his duties than he did . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Young (actor, manager); John Proctor Hydes (actor, manager); Emma and Daniel Waller (actors, vocalist); William Hoskins (actor, manager)

"MISS KATE VINSON'S BENEFIT", Bendigo Advertiser (28 August 1878), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88204187

. . . Miss Vinson is the daughter of the late Kate Warde, who was one of the many charming actresses with which the early Sandhurst stage was familiar. There were fewer actresses who attained a wider popularity in this city than Kate Warde, or whose talents more deservedly entitled her to the applause and appreciation always accorded her. And it should also be mentioned that whenever her services were asked in aid of a worthy charitable performance they were always kindly and gratuitously given. We feel sure the public will not forget this, and pay a graceful tribute to the memory of the deceased lady, by overcrowding the theatre on the evening of the complimentary benefit to be given to her daughter.

"SUNDRY SHOWS", The bulletin (7 December 1889), 7

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-443507853/view?partId=nla.obj-443530955#page/n6/mode/1up 

A certain rich Charlie Napier died at Maryborough, Vic., the other day. It is a question whether the old Charlie Napier Theatre, Ballarat, where Brooke acted, was called after him or Sir Charles Napier, commander of the Baltic Fleet. The old-time Ballarat play-houses were the Napier, Montezuma, and Tontine; the favourite stars, Kate O'Reilly and Kate Warde. Con Warde was the leading man, Bob Dale, the comedian. Favourite plays, "Jane Shore," "Flowers of the Forest," "Green Bushes," "Never too Late to Mend." . . .

[Joseph Michael Forde] "MUMMER MEMOIRS", Sydney Sportsman (6 March 1907), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166743933 

The Australian stage has been favored with the presence of no less than four prominent performers of the name of Ward - the first Miss Emma Ward, a singer who appeared early in the fifties and brought with her a reputation from the music-halls, and who succeeded fairly well in a like capacity in Victoria when music halls flourished in Melbourne and the chief inland towns, and money was plentiful and nuggets as common as "coppers" are to-day. Then there was Miss Kate Warde, a captivating actress, wife of Mr. Vinson, of whom I have made frequent mention in the course of these articles. Mrs. Vinson, unfortunately for the stage, died young . . .

Also "MISS ADA WARD. THE STAGE AND THE 'ARMY', A Romantic History", NZ Truth (11 May 1907), 7

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZTR19070511.2.41

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Michael Forde (memoirist); Emma Ward (vocalist)


Bibliography and resources:

Catherine Therese Vinson, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/191206033/catherine-therese-vinson 




WARDEN, James (James WARDEN; Jamie WARDEN; Jemmy WARDEN; Mr. J. WARDEN; Mr. WARDEN)

Musician, violinist, violoncellist, Scotch vocalist, composer, actor, Violin maker, musical instrument maker, tuner, and repairer, mechanic, gunsmith

Born Cupar, Fifeshire, Scotland, c. 1805/09; son of John WARDEN and Elizabeth CAIRNS
Married Isabella CLARK (c. 1800-1880), Glasgow, Scotland, c. early 1840s
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 6 June 1853 (per Roderick Dhu, from Glasgow, 26 Febuary, aged "45")
Active Bendigo, VIC, 1854
Died Bendigo, VIC, 16 August 1870, aged "65" ("father of Miss Geraldine Warden")

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Warden+d1870 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARDEN-James (shareable link to this entry)

WARDEN, Agnes (Agnes Florence WARDEN; Mrs. Sigismond WEKEY)

Contralto vocalist, amateur actor

Born Glasgow, Scotland, c. 1845; daughter of James WARDEN and Isabella CLARK
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 10 June 1857 (per Castilian, from Liverpool, 11 March, with mother)
Married Sigismond WEKEY, VIC, 1861
Departed VIC, by c. 1880 (for England)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Agnes+Florence+Warden+Wekey (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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WARDEN, Geraldine (Elspit WARDEN; Elsie WARDEN; Geraldine Elsie WARDEN; Geraldine WARDEN; Mrs. John RANKIN)

Musician, soprano vocalist, pianist

Born Glasgow, Scotland, c. 1847-50; daughter of James WARDEN and Isabella CLARK
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 10 June 1857 (per Castilian, from Liverpool, 11 March, with mother)
Active Bendigo, VIC, by 1859; Melbourne, by 1863
Departed Sydney, NSW, 28 August 1868 (per Alexander Duthie, for San Francisco, with Lyster's opera company)
Married John RANKIN, Hutchesontown, Glasgow, Scotland, 14 January 1873
Died Garnethill, Glasgow, Scotland, 11 September 1891, aged "40"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Geraldine+Elsie+Warden+Rankin+d1891 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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WARDEN, Isabella (Isabella WARDEN)

Vocalist

Born Glasgow, Scotland, c. 1850/51; daughter of James WARDEN and Isabella CLARK
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 10 June 1857 (per Castilian, from Liverpool, 11 March, with mother)
Died VIC, 1879, aged "28"

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Documentation:

Scotland census, 30 March 1851, St. David, Glasgow; General Register Office for Scotland

https://search.ancestry.com.au/cgi-bin/sse.dll?indiv=1&dbid=1076&h=3220707 (PAYWALL)

272 Buchanan Street Back Land / James Warden / Head / 42 / Teacher of Music / [born] Cupar Fifeshire
Isabella Warden / Wife / 40 / - / [born] Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Elspit Clark / Wife's mother / 78 / - / [born] Banff, Banffshire
Helen Clark / Sister-in-law / 43 / Farmer's daughter / [born] Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Agnes Warden / Daughter / 6 / - / [born] Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Elspit Warden / Daughter / 4 / - / [born] Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Isabella Warden / Daughter / 1 / [born] Glasgow, Lanarkshire

Names and descriptions of passengers per Rhoderick Dhu, from Glasgow, 25 February 1853, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3403A91B-F96C-11E9-AE98-1F36C9268AB1?image=165 (DIGITISED)

. . . James Warden / 45 / Mechanic / Scotch / [for] [Port Phillip] . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 August 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4795870 

UNDER the management of James Ellis, of Cremorne Gardens, Richmond,
the Salle de Valentino, late Noble's Circus, top of Bourke-street, east . . .
ON Saturday Evening, August 20th, the Celebrated Italian Chorus, under the direction of Signor Maffei, will have the honor of making their first appearance in this colony in several selections from the Grand Opera of Norma. Miss Louisa Urie, Miss Theresa Shirley, and Miss Bourne will also sing during the evening. Mr. Warden, the celebrated Scottish humorist, will Introduce a favorite musical sketch. Solo on the violin by Mons. Fleury. Cornet-a-piston duet by Signor Maffei and Mr. Steward . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Maffei (musician); Louisa Urie (vocalist); Theresa Shirley (vocalist); Achille Fleury (violinist, musical director); James Ellis (proprietor); Salle de Valentino (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Banner (23 August 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179480978 

WILLIAMS TOWN. - Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music at the Court House, on Thursday evening, 25th August, 1853.
Mr. H. J. Witton, Professor of Music, from Adelaide, respectfully announces to the inhabitants of this port, and the masters of vessels in harbour, that he has obtained the sanction of the presiding magistrates to hold a Concert in the above room . . .
to be the first of a series of varied and intellectual entertainments, tending to promote the instruction and amusement of its residents . . .
Principal Vocalists. Mrs. H. J. Witton, (her first appearance in public).
Mr. Warden, the celebrated Scotch humorist.
Mr. Power, Mr. H. J. Witton. Pianist, Mr. O'Sullivan, Professor of Music, from the Royal Conservatory of Paris.
Conductor, Mr. Witton . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry James Witton and wife Eliza (musician, vocalist); William Pierce Power (vocalist); Charles John Sullivan (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 September 1853) 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4796746

MUSIC - On Sale, a splendid toned Musical Box, eight airs, at Warden's, violin maker, 100, Little Bourke-street, east.
Accordeons, &c. tuned and repaired.

[Advertisement], The Argus (9 September 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4796812 

MUSIC for the Million. - Multitudes go every week to the Salle da Valentino. Grand Promenade Concert.
Mr. Warden, the celebrated Scottish Humorist, every evening. Admission to Promenade - One Shilling . . .

. . . Mr. John Gregg, the eminent basso, is engaged, and will appear on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Miss Urie, Miss Shirley and Miss Bourne, with Mr. Warden, the celebrated Scottish Humorist, will also appear during the week.
The best Band in the colony. Conductor Mons. Fleury . . .
Sole Proprietor, James Ellis, of Cremorne Gardens.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist); Georgina Bourne (vocalist)

"SALLE DE VALENTINO", The Argus (12 September 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4796852 

This favorite place of public amusement was crowded to excess on Saturday evening. Mr. Warden, the Scottish Humorist, drew forth rounds of applause by his facetiousness. The greatest praise is due to the conductor, Mons. Fleury, for the admirable manner in which he manages these evening Concerts, and it is gratifying for us to observe that his catering is so well and justly appreciated by the public.

"BENDIGO . . . OUR LOCAL EXHIBITION", The Argus (18 September 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4797779

. . . The musical composition I have already noticed, but I may state that the Schottische is composed by Mr. Warden . . .

"BENDIGO", Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (21 September 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8777396

. . . A new galop, entitled "The Hotham Galop," composed by Mr. Salaman, of Sandhurst, was played before His Excellency and lady on the occasion of their visit to the Exhibition. It is a very pretty air, and the composer received the thanks of Sir Charles Hotham, for having dedicated it to himself and Lady Hotham. A Schottische, composed by another gentleman, was also dedicated to her ladyship. Both pieces are said to possess merit . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Salamon (composer); Charles and Jane Hotham (governor and wife)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (13 October 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88047678 

ROYAL HOTEL Concert Hall.
For the Benefit of MISS ANNIE LEWIS . . . . on Tuesday Next, the 15th Instant,
at the Royal Hotel Concert Hall, View Point, when the following talented artistes have volunteered to give their valuable services;
Miss Graham, the-old Bendigo favorite,
Miss Pearson, her second appearance on Bendigo,
Mrs. Bourne, Mrs. Mitchell, and Mrs. Gill.
Mr. Small, Mr. Cumming, Mr. Warden, and Mr. Burgess . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Annie Lewis (Mrs. Edward Salamon) (vocalist); Amelia Graham (vocalist); Madelina Mitchell (vocalist); Joe Small (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (19 February 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88048902

BURALL'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS, Union Hotel.
GRAND CONCERT, FOR THE BENEFIT OF MESSRS. KOHLER AND SMALL . . . Tuesday, 19th February,
On which occasion they will be assisted by Mrs. Bourne, Mrs. Ricards (by the kind permission of Mr. H. Coleman),
Mr. Hancock, Mr. Donnithorne, Radford's celebrated band, and Mr. James Warden . . .
Mr. Linden will preside at the Piano-forte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Wildblood Kohler (musician); Edward Hancock (vocalist); Otto Linden (pianist); Sidney Radford (band leader); Henry Coleman (entertainer, manager)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (18 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88049566 

COLEMAN'S CRITERION THEATRE, MUNDY-STREET. Proprietor and Manager, Mr. Henry Coleman.
GRAND OPERATIC TREAT. First time at this Theatre of the English Operatic Drama of ROB ROY,
With the Music by Sir Henry Bishop.
Madame LOLA MONTEZ as Helen Macgregor.
Madame SARA FLOWER as Diana Vernon.
And for this night only Mr. JAMES WARDEN will appear as Dugal.
FRIDAY EVENING, APRIL 18, 1856 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lola Montez (actor, dancer); Sara Flower (vocalist, actor); Criterion Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"COLEMAN'S CRITERION THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (22 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88049636 

There was a very good attendance last evening, to witness the operatic drama of "Rob Roy." The chief characters, Helen Macgregor and Rob Roy, were sustained by Madame Lola Montez and Mr. J. L. Byers. Bailie Nicol Jarvie was entrusted to Mr. Macgowan, who performed the character admirably, frequently eliciting rounds of applause. Rashleigh Osbaldiston was represented by Mr. Folland . . . Dugald was represented by Mr. James Warden, and was really a good performance. His faithful adherence to Rob Roy was rendered in true Highland fashion. The singing, led by Madame Sara Flower, was a great acquisition, and Mrs. Macgowan's "Highland Fling" greatly added to the effect of the performances . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert and Fanny McGowan (actor, dancer)

Register of assisted immigrants per Castilian, from Liverpool, for Melbourne, 10 June 1857; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/E292AED3-F1B1-11E9-AE98-4DB218217A26?image=63 (DIGITISED)

Widows [sic ] . . . Warden Isabella / 45 / Servant / and 4 children / With her husband / [date of agreement] 14 June

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (15 July 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88000407 

CRITERION THEATRE. OPEN FOR ONE NIGHT, THURSDAY EVENING NEXT, JULY 16th, 1857,
WITH A GRAND MONSTER PERFORMANCE, Embracing all the Professional Talent of Bendigo, being for
MR. B. I. COLEMAN'S COMPLIMENTARY BENEFIT . . .
A Grand VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT . . .
In which the following distinguished Artistes will appear: - . . .
Mr. E. Salaman, Mr. Harry Goulstone, Mr. J. Warden . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Barned Jullien Coleman (actor, entertainer); Harry Goulstone (musician)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (17 August 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88002157 

FOR Sale, a Cottage Piano-forte. Inquire at Mr. James Warden's, gunsmith, Bull-street.

"JUVENILE FETE AND LECTURE AT THE THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (6 February 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87978559 

The children of the Denominational schools of the district met yesterday at the Haymarket Theatre, for the purpose of hearing a lecture on the Nature of Gases, the proceeds to be devoted to the Indian Relief Fund . . . On the conclusion of the lecture the children performed some choral music very creditably, considering that they had only been under the tuition of their teacher, Mr. Pollard, for three months . . . Three cheers having been given . . . with all the strength of their 500 lungs, the National Anthem was sung, Miss Urie, and Messrs. Leeman and Dixon (of the Shamrock Company), and Mr. J. Warden, kindly rendering their assistance . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Henry Pollard (musician); Frederick Leeman (vocalist); Frederick Dixon (vocalist)

"HAYMARKET THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (12 July 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87981772

Spite of the deluge of rain which continued almost without intermission during the evening, a bumper house assembled at the Theatre on Saturday evening. No effort had clearly been spared by the fair directress to ensure a successful debut to her new company. Mr. Mungall, Mr. J. Warden, and Miss Florence Clifford, made their first appearance this season before a Bendigo audience. The first piece of the evening was the Operatic Drama of Rob Roy. The characters were well cast, and the acting effective . . . Miss Fanny Young acted the part of "Francis," and sang several popular songs, which were applauded . . . Mr. James Warden, as "Dougal," made a successful hit, the uncouth, yet faithful, character of the man being prominently brought forward without any evident straining for effect. The high-minded and courageous "Diana Vernon," was well personated by Miss Minnie Clifford, who, likewise, sang several well-known songs, which called forth the plaudits of the house . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Mungall (actor); Florence and Minnie Clifford (actor, vocalist); Fanny Young (actor, vocalist); Haymarket Theatre (Bendigo)

"HAYMARKET THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (27 September 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87983665 

What the bills termed the operatic play of "Rob Roy," was produced on Saturday night at the Haymarket Theatre, but we believe that in this case the title of opera was a sad misnomer. Had it been called and performed as the drama of Rob Roy, with the omission of the choral portion of the entertainment, it would have been much more successful, for while the acting of nearly all was excellent; with the exception of Miss Fanny Young and Mrs. Moore, who sang their solos and duets with great taste and ability, the vocalization of the remainder of the characters was about the most wretched attempt at harmony it has been our misfortune to sit and listen to for some time . . . The Dugald Creature of Mr. Warden has so often been faithfully represented, on the stage of the Haymarket Theatre that the character is identified with the name of "Jemmy Warden" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Rachel Moore (actor, vocalist)

"THE PLATYPUS - (Ornithoryncus paradoxus)", Bendigo Advertiser (20 November 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87985031 

We see that our well known fellow-townsman, Mr. James Warden, is enabled to blend the ornamental with the useful in his labors, as evinced by the very successful stuffing of a very good specimen of this peculiar species, which has been lately taken on the Murray.

"LYCEUM THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (6 December 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87985352 

As we anticipated, the announcement of the last night of performance - for some time at least - of Miss Urie and Mr. Small, drew a full attendance at the Lyceum on Saturday night. In consequence, however, of indisposition, Miss Urie was unable to appear, her place being supplied by Miss Clifford, who introduced the best selection from Miss Urie's repertory of Scotch melodies, in a style - although comparisons are generally objectionable - that made the absence of Miss Urie less of a disappointment . . . Mr. Leeman sang his best selections from the works of Russell and other modern composers, in capital style, and was always applauded and generally encored. The orchestral department, which has been strengthened by the addition of Mr. Moore, the violinist, and our old friend Jemmy Warden, from the Haymarket, was a most efficient accompaniment to the songs.

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Moore (violinist); Lyceum Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (5 July 1859), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87990333

Last evening the fourth public concert given by the members of Mr. Pollard's Choral Singing Class was held at the Presbyterian Schoolroom. Notwithstanding the counter attractions at the Theatre and elsewhere, the room was completely filled with a most respectable audience. The first two parts of the evening's entertainment were devoted entirely to the singing of selections from the oratorios of the "Messiah" and the "Creation, the choruses chosen for the occasion being rendered with great effect by the members of the class; the "Glory of the Lord," from the Messiah being by far the most successful of the evening . . . the solos leading into the choruses, as sung by Mr. Newton, were really given in a style which stamps that gentleman as a musician of no common order . . . Miss Warden's solo, "He was despised," [3] was well sung by that young lady, although there were signs of an evident want of study on her part, and it would be well if, on her next appearance in public, she would endeavor more fully to bring out those musical talents of which, there is no doubt, she is possessed . . .

"PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Bendigo Advertiser (17 September 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87992204

A meeting, attended by about forty persons, was held last night in the Town Hall, for the purpose of establishing a Philharmonic Society on Bendigo. Mr. W. V. Simons, the Chairman of the Municipality, was voted into the chair; Mr. W. Tully acting as secretary pro tem. . . . Mr. Pollard said that the formation of such a society was a desideratum long wished for by the amateur vocal and instrumental performers who were here in considerable numbers. There was scarcely a town in the colony which had not its Philharmonic Society, and he saw no reason why a place like Bendigo should be without one. In reference to the funds which could be collected for charitable or other objects by means of Philharmonic Societies' concerts, he instanced the late Handelian Festival, where, in a few days, the sum of L 30,000 had been the result . . . Mr. Linden made a few remarks endorsing the opinion of Mr. Pollard that there was plenty of musical ability, vocal as well as instrumental, in the district; and spoke of the success which had attended the formation of similar societies in Castlemaine and Ballarat, and he believed that there were materials on Bendigo sufficient to beat both of those places . . . Mr. Abbott, believing that before any rules were adopted the better way would be to begin at the beginning, and therefore proposed - "That a Society be formed to be called 'The Bendigo Philharmonic Society.'" He was sure that if the Society once showed the public that they could give a respectable concert, they would soon receive plenty of support in the way of subscriptions from non-performers, as it would be to their interest to get their admission as cheap as possible. Mr. James Warden seconded the motion, which was unanimously carried . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Bendigo Philharmonic Society (organisation)

"THE SANDHURST ATHENAEUM", Bendigo Advertiser (21 September 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87992299

The inaugural promenade concert of this institution took place yesterday evening, in the Town Hall (the use of which had kindly been accorded by the Council), and was certainly a most decided success, it being most largely and respectably attended . . . Mr. Hid played a solo, and took part in some overture music with Messrs. Linden at the piano and "our own" Warden with the violoncello, with good effect . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Hid (musician)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (15 October 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87992867

VICTORIA MUSIC HALL. THIS SATURDAY EVENING.
MRS. STONE, The Comic Characteristic Singer.
MR. INGLIS, Characteristic Comic Singer,
MR. JAMES WARDEN, The celebrated Violinist and Scotch Vocalist.
Admission Free.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Stone (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (10 November 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87993429 

ABBOTT'S LYCEUM. THATCHER'S BENEFIT, THURSDAY, 10th NOVEMBER . . .
Immense Attraction! THE GREAT NIGHT OF THE SEASON.
GRAND VOCAL ENTERTAINMENT, When all the available talent on Bendigo will appear . . .
Locke's Celebrated MACBETH MUSIC,
Supported by Madame Vitelli, Mrs. Oakey, Mrs. Ellis,
Messrs. Leeman, Bennett, Deague, Clapham, Thatcher, and Warden . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Thatcher (vocalist); Annie Vitelli (vocalist); Eliza Oakey (vocalist); Eliza Ellis (vocalist); Henry Deague (vocalist)

MUSIC: Locke's music in Macbeth (probably correctly by Richard Leveridge)

"A NICHT WI' BURNS", Bendigo Advertiser (13 November 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87947938 

Last evening, a numerous audience assembled in the Haymarket Theatre to witness what had been announced as "A Nicht wi' Burns," given for the benefit of Mr. James Warden, a well-known resident of this town. Why the miscellaneous selection of Scotch, English, and Irish ballads which were presented should together form what was announced as an evening with the great Scotch poet, we are at a loss to imagine; Mr. Warden was assisted mainly by Mrs. Ellis and his two daughters, young ladies of respectively about fifteen and thirteen years of age. The eldest of these, Miss Agnes Warden, has already appeared before Sandhurst audiences, with whom she is always a great favourite, and last night proved no exception to the role. Great expectation had been formed of the younger sister, Miss Elsie, who, although she has never sung at a concert here, has for some time past, been under Mr. Linden's tuition, and leading soprano of the Catholic choir. Whether the Scotch songs she had to sing last night were unsuited to her style, or whether the nervousness consequent on a first appearance prevented her exerting her powers to their utmost extent, we are unable to say. Be this as it may, her singing did not quite come up to what was expected by most of those who have before heard her performances . . . The programme was interspersed with a number of Scotch and Irish comic songs and a recitation of "Tam o' Shanter" by Mr. Warden. A pretty handsome sum must have been realised by the benefit.

"A NICHT WI' BURNS", Bendigo Advertiser (14 November 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87947960 

Mr. O. Linden requests us [to] state, in reference to the above entertainment, that Miss Elsie Warden has been, strictly speaking, not a pupil of his, and though named as conductor on the bills, he was neither consulted regarding the programme, nor afforded an opportunity of having any rehearsal previous to the concert. This, coupled with the fact, that the songs selected for the young lady were of a totally different kind to the class of music she has been principally studying for the past twelve months, fully accounts for any disappointment felt by her friends.

"LYCEUM THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (31 July 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87901427 

The well-known fairy story of "Puss in Boots," done into stage form by Mr. Planche (with emendations and localisms, by Mr. G. Fawcett) was depicted and sung to a numerous audience at the Lyceum Theatre last evening. The wonderful Cat, boots, whiskers, tail and all, was hit off to a nicety by Mr. Fawcett, who entered con amore into the business of the scene, and by his unflagging humor drew from his audience frequent acknowledgments of his tact and talent. The Marquis of Carrabas - or, as Mr. Fawcett's version has it, Dandenong - found in Miss Julia Matthews a most charming successor, and one quite likely to sing away into the ever susceptible hearts of the princesses of nursery lore. From the many beautiful airs she introduced, we may single that of "Agnes, beauteous Flower," as having best shown the power and sweetness of her voice, as well as her proficiency as a musician. Two duets by this lady and Mr. Fawcett, came in for a very large share of applause, that of "The Two Cats" being as good a take off of the high flown style of Italian artistes as one might wish to see or hear. The scenery of the piece was good, a really well painted panorama, by Mr. Tannett, being introduced by "Pussy" in a running medley of tunes, which must have embraced nearly all the comic airs ever sung in burlesque. The whole of the views in the panorama are good; one a sketch of Fern Tree Gully, being limned with the hand of a faithful and intelligent copyist of nature. A young lady aspirant to histrionic fame made her first appearance as an actress on any stage. Miss Elsie Warden has once or twice figured at a concert here. Being, the fortunate possessor of a good voice and stage figure, she may, when she has shaken off the natural diffidence of a first appearance, by per severance and study, take some position in the pro fession she has chosen. In the first scene of the burlesque Mr. John Dunn stepped down to the footlights, and appealed to the audience to overlook any deficiencies he might exhibit during the piece on the score of his being laboring under a severe attack of bronchitis. While sympathising deeply with Mr. Dunn's affliction, we may remark it is the first time we have heard of bronchial disorders affecting the memory . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Fawcett (actor, vocalist, artist); Julia Mathews (actor, vocalist); Benjamin Tannett (scenic artist); John Benjamin Dunn (actor, vocalist)

[News], The Kyneton Observer (31 January 1863), 2

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Last night Herr Carl Schmitt, whose performances as a violinist have perhaps, it is said, scarcely ever been surpassed here, gave a grand musical concert at the Woodend Mechanics' Institute. He was assisted by a lady vocalist of great ability as a soprano - Miss Elsie Warden - Mr. Maurice taking the part of pianist. This evening and on Monday night Herr Carl Schmitt's company will give two grand popular entertainments at the Theatre Royal, Kyneton, when those who really appreciate first-rate music, rendered in masterly style, will do well to attend these concerts.

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Schmitt (violinist); Herr Moritz (pianist)

[News], The Kyneton Observer (3 February 1863), 2

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A large and respectable audience visited the Theatre Royal last night, to witness Herr Carl Schmitt's entertainment, which certainly was the best musical treat that has ever been brought before the Kyneton public . . . We must not omit to mention the singing of Miss Elsie Warden - her rendering of "Nannie, wilt thou gang wi' me," and "This is no' my ain Lassie," being sufficient to please the most fastidious Scotchman . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (25 March 1863), 8

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ROYAL POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE, Bourke street east.
Engagement of the Best Soprano Singer in the colony,
MISS GERALDINE WARDEN, Who will sing during the evening ballads and pleasing selections from the different operas, in an Entertainment entitled -
ENGLISH, IRISH, SCOTCH, and WELSH MUSIC, And its Influence on the National Character of the British People . . .

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (16 April 1863), 5

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The Polytechnic Institute appears to be enjoying an increased amount of public favor, and the entertainment is well worthy the attention of an evening, from the instruction which is blended with amusement. Miss Geraldine Warden continues a great attraction as a vocalist, and the scientific lectures of Dr. L. L. Smith are especially pleasing, from their brevity and perspicuity. Mr. W. V. Simons lectures upon electricity and the ballad writers of the old country; the entertainment being concluded with the exhibition of the dissolving views, some of which are very beautiful, and more particularly interesting from their historical associations.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Vazie Simons (lecturer, formerly of Bendigo)

"THE POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE", The Argus (10 June 1863), 5

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he additions being made to the Polytechnic Institute are rendering that establishment not unworthy the position it seeks to occupy as a place of entertainment for those who desire to combine instruction with amusement . . . Mr. W. V. Simons, the manager of the institute, discourses upon the wonders of chemistry, his remarks having reference principally to recent discoveries, and being illustrated with several experiments . . . Miss Geraldine Warden accompanies the views with appropriate songs and music. The lady possesses a soprano voice, clear, and of great strength, and she does not fail to obtain abundant plaudits from her audience . . .

[News], The Argus (31 August 1863), 5

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The Polytechnic Institute now offers a new attraction, in the shape of a monologue, which is produced nightly by Mr. Love, a son, it is said, of "the original polyphonist." The entertainment chiefly consists of a narrative of a day's adventure in the old country, with portraits of the oddities encountered . . . We may add that some very good singing and pianoforte playing is executed by Miss Geraldine Warden, by way of interlude during the progress of Mr. Love's performance.

"MUNICIPAL POLICE COURT. Tuesday, I7th November", Bendigo Advertiser (18 November 1863), 2

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James Warden v. James [?]-ley - Work and labor done in playing the violin, L1 15s.
Verdict for the PLAINTIFF with 2s. 6d. costs.

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 February 1864), 8

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GRAND BAZAAR, ST. GEORGE'S HALL.
PROMENADE CONCERT. THIS EVENING. PROGRAMME.
Part Song - "Departure" - Mendelssohn.
Song - "Bright as the Dawn." - Flotow. - Mr. Friend.
Song - "The Harp that Once." - Moore. - Mr. Power.
Quartette - "When Evening's Twilight." - Hutton.
Song - "Sweet Spirit." - Wallace. - Miss Warden
Song and Chorus - "Come where my Love lies Dreaming." - Christy's. - Mr. C. A. Donaldson.
Ballad - "Auld Robin Gray," - Miss Liddle
Chorus - "Aldiborontiphoscophornio." - Callcott.
Duet - "The Cousins." - Miss Walden and Miss Liddle.
Trio - Vadasi via di qua" - Martini.
Pianist, Mr. W. Wilkinson.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Friend (vocalist); William Pierce Power (vocalist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Charles Alexander Donaldson (vocalist); William Augustus Wilkinson (pianist)

[News], The Herald (15 April 1865), 2

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An extra concert was given, last night in St. George's-hall, by the Orpheus Union, which was well patronised. A very judicious selection had been made from the works of the most celebrated of the composers of sacred music, including Mendelssohn, Handel, Spohr, Haydn, Meyerbeer, Bach, and Leslie . . . Miss Geraldine Warden, who possesses a rich soprano voice, which, however, could be much improved by cultivation, gave the beautiful air from the "Messiah," "I know that my Redeemer liveth," with good taste feeling; and Miss Fanny Reeves, a contralto of much promise, was equally successful in the air "He was despised" . . . Mr. G. R. G. Pringle was the conductor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Reeves (vocalist); George R. G. Pringle (conductor); Orpheus Union (organisation)

[News], The Herald (25 May 1865), 2

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The Orpheus Union gave the first concert of this their fifth season last evening, in St. George's-hall, in presence of a numerous audience . . . Macfarren's vocal trio, "The Warrior," was given with considerable effect by Mrs. Fox and the Misses Warden and Reeves . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Hannah Fox (vocalist)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (25 May 1865), 4

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. . . Miss Geraldine Warden's execution of "Robert toi que j'aime" agreeably disappointed many who considered it an effort beyond her capacity . . .

"The Metropolitan Stage. DEAR BELL", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (10 June 1865), 2

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Mr. Buddee, a pianist, the modesty of whose character has had the effect of keeping his professional merit too much in the background, gave a concert at St. George's Hall on Monday evening, when the attendance, notwithstanding the unpropitious state of the weather, was by no means inconsiderable. He was assisted by the members of the Orpheus Union, and by Mrs. Fox, Miss Geraldine Warden, Miss Fanny Reeves, Mr. Siede, and Signor Castelli . . . Among the vocal performances, those of the Orpheus Union must be commended for their harmonious and artistic ensemble, while Miss Geraldine Warden's delivery of the magnificent cavatina from "Robert le Diable" was characterised by much dramatic power and followed by general applause; albeit it is an air to which full justice can be done only by a vocalist of consummate excellence.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Buddee (pianist); Julius Siede (flautist)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (14 June 1865), 5

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There was a good attendance at the Exhibition Building, last night, on the occasion of the Philharmonic Society's second subscription concert, at which Miss Warden, Miss Watson and Miss Reeves, sang as chief vocalists, and Mr. Pringle acted as conductor. It evinced considerable boldness to offer Mendelssohn's "Athalie" to the public, with the paucity of brass instruments at command . . . Of the chief vocalists, we must specially commend Miss Warden, in the trio, "Hearts feel that love thee" . . . In the cavatina, "Ernani! Ernani! involami," Miss Warden surprised her audience with her correct delivery and evident appreciation of the spirit of this charming air, at the conclusion of which she was heartily encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Bertha Watson (vocalist); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (organisation)

"MUSICAL", Bendigo Advertiser (16 June 1865), 2

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We have to call attention to the benefit, which will be given to-night in the Temperance Hall, to Mr. F. Leech. This gentleman has for a long time been connected with the theatrical orchestra and the concerts in Sandhurst, as a violinist of considerable reputation. The programme of musical performers which he issues for to-night comprises many of the best amateurs of the district, besides a number of professionals. Amongst the latter will be noticed Mr. N. Hallas, now one of the most accomplished performers on the cornet; and Miss Geraldine Warden, formerly of Sandhurst, but who has recently made her debut at the Polytechnic, in Melbourne, where she has earned the favorable opinion of the metropolitan musical connoisseurs. Altogether, the music offered to the public to-night should secure a full house.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Leech (violinist); Nathaniel Hallas (musician)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (22 August 1865), 5

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The musical entertainment given on Saturday evening by M. Martin Simonsen and Madame Fanny Simonsen, assisted by Signor Cutolo, Miss Geraldine Warden and the Messrs. King and Howson, in St. George's Hall, was repeated last evening. Owing to the attraction, irresistible to the music-loving section of the Melbourne public, of the re-appearance of the Lyster Opera Company at the Theatre Royal, the attendance was far below the standard which the unquestionable merits of the artists would, under less unfavorable circumstances, have insured. Nevertheless, the entire of the music contained in the programme was carefully and artistically executed, and thoroughly enjoyed by the limited audience.

ASSOCIATIONS: Martin and Fanny Simonsen (musician, vocalist); Cesare Cutolo (pianist); Edward King and Ernest King (musicians); Frank Alfred Howson and John Jerome Howson (musicians)

"AMUSEMENTS", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (23 November 1865), 3

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. . . A short season has been taken by M. Martin Simonsen and Madame Fanny Simonsen, at the Mechanics' Institute, for the performance of operatic music selected from the favorite masters, by Madame Fanny, and the superior performance of M. Martin Simonsen on the violin; the opportunity of witnessing the brilliant efforts of these artists was a great treat to their patrons; Miss M. A. Liddle, and Miss Geraldine Warden successfully supported the performances by their admirable ballad, and comic singing . . .

"HOSPITAL BENEFIT", Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (5 May 1866), 2

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The performance given by the Simonsens for the benefit of the Ovens District Hospital, on Thursday evening, was a great success in every way. Notwithstanding the thunderstorms by which we were visited that night, the attendance was very good, from 160 to 180 persons being present. The fact that most of these who attended on Thursday had also been present at Mr. Simonsen's benefit, last Monday, is sufficiently indicative of the estimation in which these talented artistes are held here . . . The duets, "Mr. and Mrs. Brown" and the "Quakers," created great amusement, as also did Madame Simonsen's comic solos. Miss Warden, thoroughly recovered from her sore throat, charmed the audience both by her singing and acting. Her rich, young, and cultivated voice is eminently suited for English ballad singing, and showed to great advantage in "The Blind Girl to her Harp." "The Old Maid" was as amusing as ever. It is undoubtedly her best comic effort. Mr. Schluter, ever willing to give his aid to any benevolent purpose, sang the celebrated aria from Lucrezia Borgia "Vieni la mia vendetta" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Adolph Schluter (vocalist)

"BOROUGH POLICE COURT. Wednesday 15th August . . . TAKING WATER FROM THE MARKET SQUARE TROUGH", Bendigo Advertiser (16 August 1866), 3

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James Warden appeared on remand charged with stealing a bucketful of water, of the value of 3d, the property of the "Mayor, councillors and burgesses of Sandhurst." Mr. Flegg appeared for the corporation; Mr. Martley for the defendant. Before any evidence of the facts of the case was gone into (the defendant having taken the water from the water-trough in Market Square) Mr. Martley argued that there was no statute in existence making it a larceny to take or carry away water, which was kept for public purposes. The Bench held the same opinion and dismissed the case.

"MISS GERALDINE WARDEN", Bendigo Advertiser (21 September 1867), 2

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A paragraph has appeared in some of the papers which has, we learn, been corroborated by private information, that this young vocalist, daughter of Mr. James Warden, of Sandhurst, has been engaged to appear in operas with the Lyster troupe during their present engagement at Adelaide. We are glad to hear that she has made such advance in her profession, but can hardly believe that she is to take the place of Madame Simonsen in the troupe.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lyster Opera Company (troupe)

"MISS GERALDINE WARDEN", Bendigo Advertiser (11 October 1867), 2

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We see by our telegraphic message from Adelaide that Miss Geraldine Warden, the daughter of Mr. James Warden, one of the oldest of Sandhurst residents, has made her first appearance at the theatre there with the Lyster Opera Troupe. Miss Warden's debut was in the opera of "La Sonnambula" in which she achieved a great success.

"LYSTER'S OPERA", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (19 October 1867), 2

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Meyerbeer's "Roberto" was repeated on Friday evening before a full house, and with even greater success than on its first presentation. The cast of the characters was the same. Madame Escott's impersonation of the timorous and almost friendless Alice, who even in the hour of extreme peril "dares to do the right," was quite a study . . . Miss Geraldine Warden, as Isabella, had another opportunity of displaying her fine execution as a vocalist. Her voice, though somewhat weak in the lower notes, is of extensive range, remarkable purity, and as flexible as the warbler "that singing up to heaven's gate ascends." We have heard that this gifted lady never tried the lyric stage till her recent appearance in Adelaide, and, if so, further experience and training may ultimately place her in the proud position of a Prima Donna. She was honoured at the end of the fourth act with a splendid floral ovation. The character of Roberto was exceedingly well sustained by Mr. Squires . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lucy Escott (vocalist); Henry Squires (vocalist)

"LYSTER'S OPERA COMPANY. DEBUT OF MISS GERALDINE WARDEN", Bendigo Advertiser (23 November 1867), 2

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The Age reporter thus notices the debut of this promising artiste:-
"The special attraction of the evening was the first appearance of a young lady, Miss Warden, well and favorably known in the colonies as a concert singer, but who has only recently been inducted in the mysteries of opera. Miss Warden is a very young lady, who made her first appearance on any stage at an amateur concert in Sandhurst, some six years ago. She received a sound rudimentary musical education from Mr. Otto Linden, then a professor of music in that township. In company with her sister and father, she shortly after made a tour of the principal goldfields, giving concerts in each. The proficiency she showed for her art then was remarked by all who knew her; and as she was a most ardent and indefatigable student, and had, though little more than twelve years of age, a remarkably good voice, there were not a few who predicted for her a brilliant career. When about fourteen, Miss Warden appeared at the Lyceum Theatre, Sandhurst, in a burlesque part, in which she achieved some success as a vocalist, but she did not then show any capacity as an actress, and, after playing a few nights, retired. After spending some time at home, Miss Warden resolved on adopting music as a profession, and accordingly look several engagements in the provinces. Mr. Harvey, of the Christy Minstrels, was the first manager who discovered Miss Warden's great talent, and he engaged her to travel with his company. This she did, and it was under that gentleman's auspices that she was established as a permanent favorite in Melbourne. Here she was not content to remain a mere concert singer. Placing herself under the direction of Signor Castelli she resumed her studies with a determination to conquer the disabilities which had rendered her first appearance on the dramatic stage a failure. Her aim was opera, and that alone. She had some difficulty in obtaining an appearance, but at last Mr. Lyster consented to engage her for his last Adelaide season. There she made her debut as Amina in "La Sonnambula", and was immediately taken into public favor. Her second part was the one she sustained last evening - the Princess Isabella; and in this her success was even more decided . . . Her voice is a high soprano, particularly powerful in the upper notes, and in the lower clear and bell-like.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (9 April 1868), 2

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The grand sacred concert which is to be given in the Mechanics' Institute tomorrow evening under the management of the now celebrated prima donna Miss Geraldine Warden, is being looked forward to with a considerable amount of interest. The selections will be from the Messiah, Elijah, Creation, Stabat Mater, and other great works. The concert possesses at least one interesting feature, and it will be the means of bring Miss Isabella Warden before the public for the first time. Miss Isabella is a younger sister of Miss Warden, and is said to possess considerable vocal talent. It is to be hoped therefore the debut of this young lady will be greeted with a crowded house. These ladies are to be assisted by Mr. Armes Beaumont, a great favorite with the public of Geelong . . . Mr. Hinchcliffe will also form one of the company . . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Armes Beaumont (vocalist); John Hinchcliff (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Age (2 June 1868), 3

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DUKE OF EDINBURGH THEATRE. BENEFIT W. O'NEIL.
On which occasion the following artistes have kindly given their valuable services: -
Madame THERESE, Monsieur SCHMIDT, Miss ISABELLA WARDEN, (Sister to Geraldine Warden) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mons. and Madame Therese Schmidt (dancers)

"CLEARANCES. - AUGUST 28", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 August 1868), 4

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Alexander Duthie, ship, 1159 tens, Captain Douglass, for San Francisco. Passengers - . . . Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Lyster and servant . . . Madame Escott, Miss Warden . . .

"SICKNESS AND WANT", Bendigo Advertiser (11 August 1870), 2

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We are sorry to learn that poor old Jamie Warden, is confined to his bed by a serious illness, and that he is not likely to survive many days. His circumstances are such that we fear he must be suffering as much from destitution as sickness. No doubt some of the many friends he has made during his long residence on Bendigo will do something for the old man.

"DEATHS", Bendigo Advertiser (17 August 1870), 2

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On the 16th August, Mr. James Warden, father of Miss Geraldine Warden, aged sixty-five years.

"DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENT", Bendigo Advertiser (17 August 1870), 2

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Yesterday evening "Jamie Warden," one of the oldest Bendigonians, died at his residence in Mundy street, in abject poverty. The last days of his illness were alleviated by a few benevolent persons, and to-day several of them purpose waiting on the townspeople to request subscriptions in order to bury the deceased. We have no doubt a sufficient sum will readily be raised. The deceased was an excellent musician, and generally played the bass fiddle at concerts, the theatre, &c. His daughter, Miss Geraldine Warden, who is well known as an accomplished vocalist, assisted her father by remittances, but at this time she is in America, and was therefore unable to assist her father.

England census, 1871, St. Mary, Lambeth, Surrey; UK National Archives, RG 10 / 676

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/7619/images/LNDRG10_676_677-0178 (PAYWALL)

19 Manly Place / William V. Simons / Head / 45 / Analytical Chemist . . .
Agnes [Simons] / Wife / 45 . . .
Geraldine C. T. G. J. Warden / Visitor / 22 / Operatic Prima Donna / [born] Scotland Glasgow

"DEATH IN THE ASYLUM", Bendigo Advertiser (9 March 1880), 2

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The superintendent of the Bendigo Benevolent Asylum reports the decease of Isabella Warden, aged 80, native of Scotland, on 6th March, from chronic disease of the brain and paralysis; admitted 4th April, 1879; arrived in the colony in 1857, per Castilian, from Birkenhead.

"CAMBUSLANG . . . CHRISTMAS EVE AT ST. BRIDES", Rutherglen Reformer and Cambuslang Journal (1 January 1881), 2

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There was a midnight mass held in this place of worship on Friday, last week. A feature of the evening was the performance by Madame Geraldine Rankin of Mozart's Mass, No. 1, which excellently rendered. The church was well filled.

Scotland census, 4 April 1881; General Register Office for Scotland

John Rankin / Head / 34 / Butter & Egg Merchant / . . .
Geraldine Rankin / Wife / 30 [sic] / Musician / [born] Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Maria Rankin / 4 // Geraldine Rankin / 1 . . .

"DEATHS", Glasgow Evening Post (12 September 1891), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001965/18910912/065/0004 (PAYWALL)

RANKIN - September 11, at her residence, Stanislaus Villa, 31 Rose Street, Garnethill, Mdme. Geraldine E. Rankin, wife of John Rankin, in her 40th year. R.I.P.

"IN THE GLOAMIN' (BY ONE OF THE OLD 'UNS) No. 2", Bendigo Advertiser (4 June 1892), 3

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Evening again! and over the flickering embers my mind travels back to "Old Bendigo" . . . Poor old Jimmy Warden, the musician, and that portly natty figure . . . Nat Hallas, the bandmaster . . .

"ANNALS OF BENDIGO (By G. MACKAY) 1878", Bendigo Advertiser (18 April 1913), 3

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We have received the following further letter from Mr. H. H. Wickes: -
"Traralgon, 12/4/13. Dear Sir, - I am in receipt of your letter of the 8th inst.; also the "Annals of Bendigo -1851 to 1867." It is indeed most interesting, and contains the names of many people I knew . . . When I first arrived in Bendigo, in the latter part of 1857, Thatcher's greatest draw was the "Bullock Creek picnic," which had occurred shortly before I arrived, and it drew immense houses nightly at the Shamrock. I was much surprised, as well as pleased, to see my name in your report of the performance by the Volunteer Rifle Club of the Siege of Sebastopol (on page 73). I represented the character of a French drummer boy on that occasion. On the same page you make mention of Sir William and Lady Don at the Lyceum in "The Daughter of the Regiment" and "Rough Diamond." They also brought out the burlesque of "Aladdin or the Wonderful Scamp" for the first time (I think). I was playing in the orchestra at the time with Mr. Solomon [Salamon], of Bridge-street, as leader, Thatcher (flautist), Nat Hallis (cornet), old Jimmy Warden (who was a great character at that time, double bass viol). I forget who was the violinist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Harlow Hine Wickes (musician); William and Emily Don (actors, vocalist)


Bibliography and resources:

Harold Love, The golden age of Australian opera: W. S. Lyster and his companies 1861-1880 (Sydney: Currency Press, 1981), 89, 161, 163, 166, 176, 178, 183, 184, 186, 280

Alison Gyger, Civilising the colonies: pioneering opera in Australia (Sydney: Opera-Opera/Pellinor, 1999), 143, 145-47, 152, 237, 252




WARHURST, Edward (Edward WARHURST; Mr. WARHURST)

Amateur musician, church organist, choir leader, harmonium player, musicseller, coachbuilder, joiner

Born Stalybridge, Lancashire, 1833; son of James Issachar WARHURST and Nancy ARRANDALE
Married Elizabeth CHERRY (1834-1906), St. Mary's, Droylsden, Lancashire, 24 January 1855
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 26 December 1857 (per Caucasian, from Southampton, 10 September)
Died Adelaide, SA, 15 June 1916

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Edward+Warhurst+1833-1916 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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WARHURST, Edwin James (Edwin James CHERRY; Edwin James WARHURST; Mr. E. J. WARHURST)

Musician, organist, music teacher, piano tuner

Born Manchester, Lancashire, England, 1854 (1st quarter); son of Elizabeth CHERRY
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 26 December 1857 (per Caucasian, from Southampton, 10 September)
Married Alice Elizabeth HINCE (1862-1939), St. Paul's, Adelaide, SA, 25 October 1881
Died Kingswood, SA, 9 December 1914

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Edward Warhurst

Edward Warhurst


Documentation:

"ST. LUKE'S ANNUAL FESTIVAL", South Australian Register (19 October 1861), 3

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The annual festival of St. Luke's was celebrated at White's Assembly Rooms on Friday, 18th inst . . . The choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Warhurst . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (3 January 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50168151 

ST. LUKE'S CHURCH. - MADAME STUTTAFORD has kindly consented to my application to her to Sing "I know that my Redeemer Liveth," from Handel's "Messiah," on behalf of the Organist Fund, at the above Church, To-morrow. EDWARD WARHURST.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlotte Stuttaford (vocalist)

"GAWLER [From our own Correspondent] July 17", South Australian Weekly Chronicle (18 July 1863), 2 supplement

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On Sunday last the new harmonium lately purchased by subscription for the St. George's Church was used for the first time. Mr. Warhurst and a few friends from Adelaide came, and with two or three of the congregation formed a very efficient choir. Mr. Warhurst conducted the music. The singing was very superior, especially Jackson's "Te Deum" and an anthem sung during service . . .

"NEW ORGAN", South Australian Register (3 September 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41392624 

A new organ has been recently purchased for the use of the choir of St. Luke's Church. It has been erected in the gallery, and was first used on Sunday last, with a full choir. Mr. E Warhurst presided as organist. The instrument has been manufactured by Mr. J. W. Wolff, of Wakefield-street. On Wednesday morning we had an opportunity of inspecting it. In addition to the couplers, it contains the following stops: - Claribella, bassoon, open diapason, principal, flute 15th, and hautboy. It has also an octave of pedal notes, with the semitones descending to double C, produced from an eight-feet stopped pipe. The tone is remarkably sweet, and when the full power of the instrument is employed the volume of sound is quite sufficient to fill the sacred edifice. Mr. Wolff has availed himself of some of the latest improvements. The touch of the keys is elastic, light, and even throughout the manual, and the pipes respond with remarkable sensitiveness to the performer's manipulation. The case is of polished cedar, and, considered as a piece of cabinet-work, it is as creditable as is the organ proper regarded as to its elaborate mechanism.

ASSOCIATIONS: Johann Wilhelm Wolff (organ builder)

"ST. LUKE'S CHURCH", The Mail (12 February 1916), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59383384 

. . . The foundation stone of St. Luke's was laid by the Governor, Sir Richard Graves MacDonnell, on September 11, 1855, with full Masonic honours, and consecrated for worship by the late Bishop Short on February 14, 1856 . . . During the church's history there have been but three organists - the late Mr. E Warhurst [sic]; his son, Mr. E. J. Warhurst; and the present organist, Mr. A. Weber.

"DEATHS", The Register (17 June 1916), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59811314 

WARHURST. - On the 16th June, at his residence, 171 Sturt street, Edward Warhurst, in his 84th year.




WARMAN, Miss (Miss WARMAN)

Actor, vocalist

Active Melbourne, NSW (VIC), c. 1841-43

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARMAN-Miss (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (2 October 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article92678186 

GEELONG THEATRE!!! MR. BUCKINGHAM RESPECTFULLY informs the Patrons of the Drama,
the first Performance will take place on Thursday, the 5th of October; when Mr. B. trusts the great expense of procuing a treat for his Geelong Friends will not be forgotten.
The evening's entertainments will commence with the nautical farce entitled the Middy Ashore; OR, A SPREE UPON LAND.
Lieutenant Morton, Mr. Alexander. The Middy Ashore, Mrs. Murray.
Tom Cringle, Mr Buckingham. Tonish (a Fop), Mr. Capper.
Limberback (a Lawyer), Mr. Wilson. Taphim, Mr. Grose.
Touchem, Mr. Green. Lady Broomback, Miss Horton. Amelia, Miss Warman.
The piece will conclude with a grand Finale.
AFTER WHICH A Musical Olio.
Solo - Margate Steamer, Mr. Wilson.
Solo - Good bye my love good bye, Mrs. Murray.
Glee - Never get married, Ladies pray! - Mrs. Murray, Miss Warman, Mr. Buckingham.
Solo - I never says nothing to nobody, Mr. Buckingham.
Comic Medley - Master Buckingham, a child only three years of age.
Solo - Some love to roam, Mrs. Murray.
Chorus - While each jovial evening passes, by all the company.
To conclude with by particular desire the much admired and favourite Farce of the Two Gregories; or, WHICH IS THE MAN . . . Grand Chorus . . .
A full Band has been engaged. Box tickets, Five Shillings.
GEORGE BUCKINGHAM.




WARMAN, James (James WARMAN)

Musician, "organist", barrel organ operator, singing master, school teacher, farmer, publican, public servant

Born Shacklewell, Hackney, London, England, 22 August 1797; son of James William WARMAN and Elizabeth JORDAN
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 15 July 1820 (per Neptune)
Married Anne WATSON (1808-1838), St. James, Sydney, NSW, 15 September 1824
Active Kissing Point, NSW, 1833
Died Emerald Hill, VIC, 15 May 1873, aged "76"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Warman+1797-1873 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARMAN-James (shareable link to this entry)


James Warman

James Warman


Documentation:

Birth certificate, Dr. Williams's Library, protestant dissenters birth registry; UK National Archeives, RG5/70

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0147152-00186 (PAYWALL)

. . . That James Warman Son of James William Warman and Elizabeth his Wife, who was Daughter of Tobias Jordan, was Born in Shacklewell in the Parish of Saint John Hackney in the County of Middlesex the [22 August 1797] . . .

"THE AUSTRALIAN ANGLO CONVIVIAL SOCIETY", The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (14 August 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32184517 

This infant society formed only a month, is progressing rapidly; numbers of fresh members weekly enroll themselves, and from the strict and select rules observed, it promises in short time, to be second to none in the colony. Gentlemen fond of Moore's Melodies, Dibdin's Sea [Songs] or a touch at some of the sublime and beautiful passages of Byron ditto, would be highly gratified and amused at this convivial meeting. It is held every Wednesday at the Freemason's Arms, York-street. - Correspondent.

"BALL AT THE FREEMASON'S TAVERN", The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (14 August 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32184517 

A Ball and Supper of first-rate kind is to take place next Friday, at Mr. Warman's Hotel, York-street. Upwards of seventy tickets have been already issued, and from the number who have engaged tickets, there is no doubt it will be most numerously attended.

"SOCIAL", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (14 June 1873), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63231555 

Intelligence has been received from Victoria of the death of an old colonist, whose children live in Sydney, Victoria, Brisbane, and at the Ovens. Mr. James Warman, one of the oldest colonists of Australia, expired on the 15th May, from an attack of paralysis, at his residence, Emerald-hill. Mr. Warman was born in the year 1797. At an early period he was appointed a midshipman on board of one of the line of battle ships of his Majesty King George the Third. He was in several engagements against the French, and on one occasion nearly received a death wound from a bullet that went through his clothing. He was promoted to be master's mate on board his Majesty's ship Phantom, and fought against the Americans. For his gallant conduct whilst in charge of a cutter in repulsing the enemy's boat, and forcing her off, he was presented with a sword, which is at present in possession of his relatives. While yet a young man he retired from the navy, and being presented with a gift of 600 acres of land in New South Wales some fifty years ago, he proceeded to that colony, and re-commenced a life of toil, but in a different capacity to what he had been reared in. He joined the Customs department in Sydney in a lucrative position, was director of an important school, and afterwards owned the Freemasons' Hotel, in York-street, Sydney. Fortune favoured him, he amassed large means, but being anxious to see Victoria, he thought he would go the overland journey, and in his own carriage he drove across to Victoria between thirty and forty years since. He was engaged in squatting pursuits in various parts of Victoria, but was not successful, and subsequently went to the gold-fields, where he also failed to retrieve his previous losses. Old colonists will remember his efforts to recover a white lady, Miss McPherson, who was lost from a wreck amongst the blacks on the coast, and his taking a bushranger on his own station and bringing him to Melbourne. In later years he was proprietor of a registry office in Little Collins-street, and subsequently in Bourke-street, and was also electoral registrar.


Bibliography and resources:

Graeme D. Rushworth, Historic organs of New South Wales: the instruments, their makers and players 1791-1940 (Sydney: Hale and Iremonger, 1988), 30-31

St. Anne's Anglican Church, Ryde, opened in 1827 as a combined school and chapel . . . variously known as Field of Mars Church and Kissing Point Church . . . In 1829, when the congregation numbered about 120, "the inhabitants of the district, assisted by some of the gentry" contributed to purchase a barrel organ . . . Disbursements for the month ending 28 February 1833 show that £15 was paid to [James] Devlin "For erecting an organ loft", and £2 2s to James Pearson, for "Erecting, tuning the Organ, &c.". Pearson's invoice says:

Sunday 31st January 1833
Rev. C. Dickinson
To putting up an Organ in Kissing Point Church
£2 2s

With the advent of the organ, James Warman, the Field of Mars parochial schoolteacher, was given the additional appointment of organist and a salary of £12 a year proposed. Unless this was also a finger organ, we may suppose his duties were to manage the barrels and turn the handle, but he was also to teach singing to the children. When the dissolution of the Clergy and School Lands Corporation on 31 July 1833, Warman's appointment and salary remained to be ratified and had to be referred to the Governor, Sir Richard Bourke, who considered the amount excessive. Letters to the Colonial Secretary from the Revd. C. Dickinson, James Warman and Archdeacon W. G. Broughton finally resulted in Warman being allowed £6 a year. Broughton's letter concerning Warman refers to salaries being paid to organists at St. James', Sydney, and St. Luke's, Liverpool, these being met from pew rents. At the Field of Mars Church, no pew rents were charged, and Warman's allowance was paid by the Government on condition that it should cease when churchwardens were appointed and other income to the church established . . .

See also [News], The Sydney Monitor (13 February 1833), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32143108 

A fine little barrel-organ, built by Brycesson and Co. London, has been put up in the neat little Chapel at Kissing Point; the instrument will play 33 Psalm tunes, and attracts large congregations.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Bryceson (UK organ builder)




WARNECKE, Henry (Henry WARNECKE; WARNICK)

Musician, bandsman (Band of the 14th Regiment), cornet and saxe-horn player, bandmaster

Born Brighton, Sussex, England, 1828
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 6 November 1866 (per Monarch, from Auckland, NZ, 16 October)
Died Richmond, Melbourne, VIC, 25 January 1896, aged 67 years 11 months

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Warnecke+d1896 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARNECKE-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 14th Regiment (military band)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 June 1869), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5817073

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 September 1969), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5821481

[Advertisement], Alexandra and Yea Standard (27 February 1885), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article57168171

[News], The Argus (12 February 1890), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8588913

"DEATHS", The Age (27 January 1896), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article193977623 

WARNECKE - On the 25th January, at his late residence, No. 9 White-street, Richmond, Henry Warnecke, musician, the beloved husband of Margaret Sophia Warnecke, aged 67 year and 11 months. A patient sufferer gone to rest.


Bibliography and resources:

Barrie and Margaret Chapman, "Sergeant Henry Warnecke (Warnick) (c.1829-1896)", Australia's redcoat settlers (archived NLA Pandora)

https://webarchive.nla.gov.au/awa/20200609050824/http://freepages.rootsweb.com/~garter1/history/warnick.htm (DIGITISED)




WARNER, Henry Neil (William Burton LOCKWOOD; alias Henry Neil WARNER; H. N. WARNER; Neil WARNER)

Actor, theatrical manager

Born Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, England, 5 April 1831; baptised 5 May 1831; son of William Browne LOCKWOOD and Maria SUTTON
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, July 1855
Departed Sydney, NSW, February 1864
Died New York, USA, 15 June 1901; buried Montreal, Canada, 20 June 1901

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Neil+Warner+1831-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARNER-Henry-Neil (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (9 July 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4811575 

THEATRE ROYAL. Melbourne.
Grand Opening of THE THEATRE ROYAL, Bourke-street,
ON MONDAY NEXT, JULY 10th.
Under the Sole Manangement of MR. JOHN BLACK.
The Management has to announce the Engagement of the following celebrated Artistes: . . .
Mr. Henry Neil Warner, From the Provincial Theatres . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Melton Black (proprietor); Theatre Royal (Melbourne venue)


Bibliography and resources:

Franklin Graham, Histrionic Montreal: annals of the Montreal stage, with biographical and critical notices of the plays and players of a century (Montreal: J. Lovell, 1902), 178-79, and plate between (photo portrait)

https://archive.org/details/McGillLibrary-124271-2579/page/n217/mode/2up (DIGITISED0




WARREN, Alfred John (Alfred John WARREN; John Alfred WARREN)

Musician, pianist, piano tuner

Born London, England, c. 1828; son of Edward WARREN and Elizabeth
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 30 May 1851 (per Windsor, from London, 15 February, and Portsmouth, 23 February)
Died Mount Brisbane, NSW, 9/11 September 1858

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Alfred+John+Warren+c1828-1858 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WARREN-Alfred-John (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", Empire (31 May 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60035353 

May 30. - Windsor, ship, 676 tons, Captain William Pryce, from London the 15th, and Portsmouth 23rd February. Passengers . . . Alfred Warren . . .

"EMBEZLEMENT", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 April 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12945362 

John Alfred Warren was yesterday brought before the Bench, charged with embezzlement, having been apprehended on a warrant at Bathurst, and forwarded to Sydney. Mr. James Campbell, of George-street, publican, deposed that on the 18th of February of last year the prisoner was in his employ as a pianist, and that on that day he delivered into his hands the sum of £21 19s., to be carried to the auction rooms of Messrs. Purkis und Lambert, and there to be delivered and paid to Mr. Richard Hawkins. From that time until now he had not seen the prisoner, who absconded. Mr. Hawkins deposed that the prisoner (who was at his request entrusted with the money by Campbell) did not, then nor since, either pay or account to him for the money. Prisoner declined to ask any questions or to offer any defence. Committed for trial at the Central Criminal Court.

"THE POLICE REGISTER. FINGERING THE NOTES", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (30 April 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59757089 

John Alfred Warren, an up-all-night looking sort of character, was charged by Mr. James Campbell, landlord of the Rose of Australia Tavern, George-street, with having walked off certain moneys of his, to the tune of £21 19s. in February, 1852. John Alfred belonged to the musical profession, and was accustomed to accompany, on the pianoforte, the dulcet strains of the ladies and gentlemen who grace the concert room with their presence. Unfortunately, Mr. Campbell employed John Alfred as a money bearer, and deposited the above sum in his hands for transmission to one Richard Hawkins. The temptation was too much for John Alfred, who had "an itching palm;" he fingered the notes; hummed that delicious musical morceau "Off, off said the stranger," and cut away to the diggings before one could say knife. The police then broke into the song of "Safely follow him, safely follow him," and tracked the steps of John Alfred who whistled -
"Through the woods, through the fields, follow and find me,
Search every bark hut, and search every tent,
But better far 'twill be if you don't mind me,
For when I'm cotched all the coin will be spent."
And so it turned out, as when he was apprehended at Bathurst, a few days ago, the chink in his pockets was remarkably piano, and his once sonorous voice had dwindled into a thin treble. The gentlemen in blue suggested "Hurrah for the Road;" and when "The Shades of Evening" had twice closed over his head, John Alfred found himself like that unhappy specimen of the feathered race in the opera of the Cabinet, namely, "The bird in the cage confined, giving vent to very lachrymose notes." On his examination at the George-street Areopagus, John Alfred was as sulky as a moulting sparrow. No persuasion could induce him to emit a single chirrup, and he sulkily hopped up to Darlinghurst, to abide his trial at the Central Criminal Court.

"EMBEZZLEMENT", The Sydney Morning Herald (14 May 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12945826 

The Hon. the Attorney-General has intimated that inasmuch as the depositions in the case of John Alfred Warren, lately committed to take his trial for embezzling a sum of money the property of a publican named Hawkins, do not disclose such a case as is punishable by the criminal law, being, though manifestly fraudulent, a mere breach of trust, he declines putting the prisoner upon his trial.

"QUARTER SESSIONS . . . SATURDAY, 21st JANUARY. STEALING ARSENIC", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (28 January 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62052501 

Arthur John Warren, well known in Bathurst as public house pianist was indicted for stealing a keg of arsenic, the property of Mr. R. H. McDiarmid of Canowindra. Plea - not guilty.
It appeared from the evidence that Warren had been employed by Mr. McDiarmid to tune a piano at his residence, and as he was about to proceed to Bathurst, undertook to forward a keg of arsenic, then lying at the Royal Oak coach office, but as Mr. Hansard would not deliver it without an order from Mr. McDiamid, he presented an order which subsequently turned out to be a forgery, and thus obtained possession of the keg which he shortly afterwards sold to Mr. Lenehan for 10s. although worth £20.
The prisoners only defence was a plea of drunkenness.
Verdict - guilty.
The Chief Constable stated that he had lately been charged with a case of felony, but was acquitted.
Sentence - two years' hard labour on the roads.

"WATER POLICE COURT", Empire (3 December 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60170596 

Two persons were found guilty at this Court, on Saturday last, of drunkenness, and were sentenced in the usual penalty for that offence. John Lewis for a trilling assault on a young man was fined 10s., and Alfred John Warren who had been sentenced at the Bathurst Quarter Sessions in January 1854 to two years on the roads, but who received a ticket-of-leave in March last for the Goulbourn District, was found guilty of being absent from his district without leave, having been apprehended in Hartley, and was ordered to be returned to Government with the recommendation that his ticket should be cancelled.

"WATER POLICE COURT. SATURDAY", The Sydney Morning Herald (3 December 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28638103 

Alfred John Warren was changed with being a prisoner of the Crown illegally at large. John Long Horsey, clerk to the Principal Superintendant of Convicts, stated the prisoner before the Court was received this morning at the Principal Superintendant of Convicts' office, under a warrant from Hartley, dated the 27th ultimo, signed Thomas Brown, J.P., charged with being a prisoner of the Crown at large; he had been identified as Arthur or Alfred John Warren, who arrived per Windsor in the year 1851 a free man, committed an offence in the colony and was tried at Bathurst Quarter Sessions 19th January, 1854, and sentenced to two years on the roads. He was allowed a ticket of leave on the 2nd March last for the district of Goulburn, and had no authority for being out of that district. The Bench ordered him to be returned to Government with a recommendation that his ticket of leave be cancelled.

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. TUESDAY", Empire (2 July 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60250075 

Alfred John Warren, a pianoforte tuner, was charged by constable Spooner with having been unlawfully on the premises of Mr. David Beard, hay and corn dealer, corner of Clarence and Market Streets. Mr. Beard said he had found the prisoner in a shed on his premises twice on Sunday night last; the second time, he gave him into custody, but let him go upon his assurance that he would not come there again; on Monday night, witness found him again in the shed asleep; he then gave him into custody. Sentenced to fourteen days' hard labour in gaol.

Description book, 1856, Darlinghurst Gaol; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/174598:1783 (PAYWALL)

1397 / Alfred J'n Warren / [ship] Windsor / '51 / [born] London / Prot. / [aged] 28 / 5ft 11in / Slight . . . R & W

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 June 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12996889 

PARRAMATTA. - NATHANIEL PAYTEN'S, Union Inn. THIS EVENING.
Come and be surprised, for the Benefit of MASTER HARRY RICH, who will appear in his inimitable characters of Paddy Malone, Wild Irishman, Quite Colonial, Irish Barber, Hoggerty's Breeches, Lazy Society, &c., &c. To commence at 7 o'clock. Tickets, 1s. each.
Pianist, Mr. Alfred Warren. Agent, Mr. George Harris. Come in time.

[News], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (23 September 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18653375 

An inquest was held on the 9th instant on the body of Alfred John Warren, a storekeeper at Mount Brisbane. The deceased died from apoplexy.

"N. S. WALES INTELLIGENCE", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (25 September 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188981253 

A storekeeper at Mount Brisbane, named A. J. Warren, died on the 11th, from apoplexy. Deceased appears to have been a man of steady habits.




WASTELL, Harriet (Mrs. Samuel Decimus WASTELL) = Harriet Henrietta CALDICOTT

Musician, professor of the pianoforte, pianist, piano teacher (sister-in-law of Laura below)

WASTELL, Laura (Laura THOMPSON; Mrs. Octavius WASTELL)

Musician, professor of the pianoforte, pianist, piano teacher, pupil of Sigismond Thalberg

Born England, c. 1825; daughter of ( ? Charles) THOMPSON and Mary STEPHENS
Married Octavius WASTELL (1829-1900), St. Mary Cray, Kent, England, 7 November 1851
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, December 1852
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 4 November 1854 (per Nonpareil, from Melbourne, 1 November)
Died St. Kilda, VIC, 27 July 1915, aged "88"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Laura+Thompson+Wastell+c1825-1915 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WASTELL-Laura-Thompson (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

? Baptisms, St. Nicholas, Rochester, Kent, 1825; Kent Archives Office

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/376791:61746 (PAYWALL)

12 January 1825 / Laura / daughter of Charles and Mary / Thompson

Marriages, St. Mary Cray, Kent, 1851; England, select marriages

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2835536:9852 (PAYWALL)

6 November 1851 / Octavius Wastell / Laura Thompson

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Peter's, Melbourne, in the county of Bourke, in the year 1852; register 1848-59, page 103; St. Peter's Eastern Hill

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/60584/images/43331_1831109387_0188-0130?pId=1028944 (PAYWALL)

No. 1539 / [1852] Dec. 24 / [born] July 12 1852 / Francis Octavius / [son of] Octavius & Laura / Wastell / Collingwood / Gold digger . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Died before by November 1854

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", Adelaide Observer (11 November 1854), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158099745 

Saturday, November 4 . . . Same day - The brlgantine Nonpareil, Eves, master, from Melbourne November 1. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Wastell . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (19 October 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50079877 

EDUCATION. A LADY, who has resided several years on the Continent, is desirous of giving
LESSONS in MUSIC (Piano) and FRENCH, either at the Pupils' or her own residence.
For terms, &c., address Mrs. Wastell, Kermode-street, North Adelaide.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (13 January 1872), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39269947 

JEFFCOTT-STREET NORTH, NORTH ADELAIDE. -
Mrs. WASTELL will RESUME PIANOFORTE LESSONS on Monday, January 22.
Reference - Miss Mitchell, Ossory, Prospect. Terms on application.

[Advertisement], Evening Journal (3 October 1872), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196743587 

JEFFCOTT-STREET NORTN, NORTH ADELAIDE. - Mrs. OCTAVIUS WASTELL, Pupil of Thalberg, TEACHER of the PIANOFORTE, has a few Vacancies.

"DEATHS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (31 July 1915), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1543586 

WASTELL - On the 27th July, at Villa Rosa, Mary street, St Kilda,
Laura Wastell, loving and beloved mother of M. L. W., A. B. W., and A. C. M.
"Sweetest rest" (Interred privately at St. Kilda, on 30th July, 1915)


Bibliography and resources:

Laura Thomspon, Geneanet

https://gw.geneanet.org/parsonsling?lang=en&p=laura&n=thompson 




WASTELL, Rosa Emma (Miss Rosa BENNETT; Mrs. William WASTELL; Rosa E. WASTELL)

Musician, soprano vocalist, composer

Born Albury, NSW, 1862
Died Sydney, NSW, 18 July 1927

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WASTELL-Rose-Emma (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Documentation:

"OBITUARY", The Advertiser (22 July 1927), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article43594489 

Mrs. Wastell, a well-known composer and musician, whose death occurred in Sydney on Monday, had a large circle of friends in Adelaide. Her maiden name was Bennett, and she was born in New South Wales. She came to South Australia in 1883, and later married Mr. William Wastell. who for many years was in business in King William-street as a chemist. Mrs. Wastell was long connected with charities and the North Adelaide Baptist Church, and her work on their behalf gained her many friends. She was a talented musician and was a successful composer of ballads and songs, among her finest works being "Evening Shadows," a song which was awarded the first prize in an open competition inaugurated by Sir William Robinson (then Governor of the State). Mrs. Wastell was also awarded first prize in the Unley competitions several years ago for a beautiful song, entitled "Birds," which was sung by Mrs. J. B. Gard. Probably her best effort was "Memory," which had a large sale. She composed the words of her songs. Mrs. Wastell returned to Sydney five years ago.


Bibliography and resources:

"Wastell, Rosa Emma (1862-1927)", Obituaries Australia

http://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/wastell-rosa-emma-16795




WATERLAND, Blythe (Blythe WATERLAND) = alias of Henry BURTON



WATERS, Mr. (Mr. WATERS)

Amateur musician, soprano vocalist, sopranist, falsettist

Active Geelong, VIC, 1856

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mr+Waters+sopranist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATERS-Mr (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", Geelong Advertiser (7 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91866340

This evening a grand musical entertainment is announced to be given at the St. Paul's New School Room, in La Trobe Terrace, under the special patronage of the Venerable, the Archdeacon. Mr. Swift will preside at the piano, and Mr. Thomas Walton will give a short sketch of the History of Music, which he will enliven by numerous songs - amongst them, the "Death of Nelson," "Maids of Merry England," "Let's have a dance upon the heath" (Lock), "Beggar Girl," "Ah, how Sophia" (Catch), "The Spider and the Fly," "Alderman's Thumb" (glee,) &c. Mr. Walton will be aided by numerous gentlemen amateurs, who, after singing various pieces, will all join in the performance of the British National Anthem, God Save the Queen, at the conclusion of the entertainments. Mr. Waters, whose extraordinary soprano voice has on many occasions elicited the admiration and excited the astonishment of the listeners, has kindly volunteered to sing on this occasion, "Why do I Weep for thee," and "Merry, laughing girl," are the songs which he is said to have chosen for the display of his powers this evening. The charge for admission is stated at 1s; reserved seats, 2s. The whole of the proceeds to go towards the liquidation of the debt on the building.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Walton (musician); Mr. Swift (pianist)

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", Geelong Advertiser (12 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91866051

The musical entertainment given by Mr. Walton, the organist of St. Paul's Church, assisted by Mr. Swift on the piano, and by several gentlemen amateurs, went off last evening with great eclat. The attendance was very numerous, notwithstanding the lowering sky and drops of threatening rain, but for which the St. Paul's School-room would probably have been more than comfortably full. The audience were in thorough good humour, and encored most of the performances; especial applause having been obtained for the song of the "Spider and the Fly," sung by Mr. Walton, and the Scotch song, "Allister McAllister," by Mr. Laurie. The extraordinary soprano voice of Mr. Waters caused some astonishment, and the "Merry Laughing Girl," and "Why do I weep for thee," sung by that gentleman, were loudly encored. The "Alderman's Thumb," sung by Messrs. Rogers, Waters, and Laurie raised the usual degree of amusement; and the first verse of "God Save the Queen" was the finale to the entertainment.

"MR. WALTON'S MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (28 March 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91867853 

The entertainment given by Mr. Walton on Tuesday evening last, in the St. Paul's School room, in aid of the Building Fund of the School, was pretty fairly attended. Mr. Walton was assisted by other gentlemen amateurs. Mr. Swift presided at the pianoforte. Mr. Waters, whose soprano has rendered him somewhat celebrated as an amateur vocalist in this town, took part in the performances, and the audience learned with regret that it was the last time he intended appearing in public as an amateur vocalist. But for the rather remote position of St. Paul's, there would no doubt have been a much larger attendance.




WATERS, James (James WATERS)

Musician, bandsman, Band of the 4th Regiment

Born Dover, Kent, England, c. 1804
Enlisted (4th Regiment), London, England, 22 June 1818 (aged "14")
Arrived (with headquarters) Sydney, NSW, 27 August 1832 (per Clyde, from Deptford, 14 April, Portsmouth, 9 May)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 9 August 1837 (per John, for India)
Discharged Bellary (Ballari), India, 25 October 1842

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATERS-James (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 4th Regiment (military band)


Documentation:

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot from 1 April to 30 September 1832 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642537250 (DIGITISED)

160 / Waters Jas. / Band . . . [per] Clyde

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot from 1 April to 30 June 1833 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642465036 (DIGITISED)

160 / Waters Jas. / Band . . .

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot from 1 April to 30 June 1834 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642388753 (DIGITISED)

160 / Waters Jas. / Band . . .

Pay list of the 4th Regiment, 1 April to 30 June 1837; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/2219

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642214064 (DIGITISEED)

160 / Waters Jas. / Band . . .

"UNCLAIMED LETTERS", New South Wales Government Gazette (14 November 1838), 999

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article230387707

. . . James Waters, Musician, late 4th Foot . . .

"UNCLAIMED LETTERS", The Colonist (24 November 1838), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31722089

. . . James Waters, Musician, late 4th Foot . . .

Discharge, James Waters, 25 October 1842; UK National Archives, WO97/0267/040/1

Discharge, James Waters, 25 October 1842; UK National Archives, WO97/0267/040/1

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBM%2FWO97%2F0267%2F040%2F001 (PAYWALL)

HER MAJESTY'S 4th The King's Own REG'T OF Foot . . . Bellary, East Indies, 25th October 1842.
. . . Discharge of No. 160 James Waters Private . . . by Trade a Labourer
Was BORN in the Parish of Dover in or near the Town of Dover in the County of Kent
and was ATTESTED for the Fourth Regiment of Foot at London in the County of Middlesex on the 22nd June 1818
at the AGE of Fourteen Years . . . SERVICE up to this day . . . 20 years 127 days
during which period he served Abroad 17 6/12 years, viz.
In the West Indies - 6 years 11 months
In Portugal - 7 months
In New South Wales - 5 years
In the East Indies - 5 years
. . . DISCHARGE is proposed in consequence of being entirely worn out and exhausted by long service in tropical climates
. . . his conduct has been that of a very good soldier, he being in possession of two good conduct badges

England census, 30 March 1851, Kensington, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1468/556/34

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1468_1468-1091 (PAYWALL)

46 William Street / John Payne / Head / 53 / Chelsea Pensioner . . .
John Waters / Lodger / Unmarried / 46 / Chelsea Pensioner / [born] Kent Dover . . .




WATERSTONE, David (David WATERSTONE)

Musician, ophicleide player, bandsman, Band of the 99th Regiment

Born Cannongate, Edinburgh, Scotland, c. 1813 / ? 22 September 1815; baptised Cannongate, 6 October 1816; son of William WATERSTONE and Euphemia WRIGHT
Enlisted (99th Regiment), Gosport, Hampshire, England, 17 March 1825 (aged "12")
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 19 February 1843 (per Earl Grey, from Deptford, 16 September 1842, via Hobart Town)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 11 July 1848 (per Sir Edward Paget, from Sydney)
Discharged Hobart Town, TAS, 24 January 1853
Admitted pensioner, Edinburgh, Scotland, 23 August 1853
Died Edinburgh, Scotland, 23 November 1859, aged "45"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=David+Waterstone+d1859 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATERSTONE-David (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 99th Regiment (military band)


Documentation:

Paylist of the 99th Regiment, 1 April to 30 June 1843; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1687796482 (DIGITISED)

420 / Waterstone David / . . . Band . . .

"THE BAND OF THE 99TH", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 September 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28651200

We would recommend such of our readers who have not yet heard this Band no longer to defer that enjoyment, for we can sincerely assure them that this Band of the 99th is one of the most complete military Bands that has ever gratified the inhabitants of our city. The general observer may not be aware that this Band possesses several advantages over ordinary bands. For instance, the 99th have no less than eight beautifully toned C and Bb Clarionets, and one in Eb, which play together in perfect harmony. Their flutes are equally good, nor are they open to the rebuke ajustez vos flutes for they keep together in excellent tone, forming as it were one unbroken chain of linked sweetness. Their trumpets again produce a clear martial intonation, free from those disagreeable shrill "cork cutting" sounds which set one's teeth on edge. Indeed, there is scarcely a performer in their masterly Band who is not competent to play a solo in a respectable style on his peculiar instrument. Their bass instruments are of the first description, for in addition to the Bassoons, the Serpent, and last though not least the Ophecleide, which from the full rich grave yet mellifluous tones it is capable of sending forth in the hands of a skilful performer, (and we have the authority of a professor of acknowledged judgment in all matters connected with music for saying it could not be in better hands than the present performer in the 99th) is a powerful auxiliary in any orchestra - they have also the Bombardone. As this latter instrument was hitherto unknown in this colony we need not apologise to our readers for introducing a brief account of it. The Bombardone appears to be an instrument of modern invention, of a deep intonation partaking of the bass qualities, both, of the Bassoon and of the Ophecleide. Its compass extends three octaves from F two octaves below the bass clef to F above the bass staff. Some amateurs are of opinion that the Bombardone owes its origin from the ancient Bourdon, a kind of drone baas, a deep unchangeable sound, which formerly accompanied a melody or series of notes moving above it. In days gone by, the word Bourdon signified the drone of a bagpipe. We find also the term sometimes applied to the double diapason, or lowest stop, in French and German organs; but whatever may be the conjectures of amateurs on this point, it appears to us that the Bombardone is nothing more nor less than a magnificent improvement on the Bombardo, which was a wind instrument, much resembling the bassoon, formerly used as a bass to the hautboy. The Bombardone, therefore, although it cannot be considered the skeleton of the Bombardo, it may, from its extended compass and superior strength of tone, be justly termed the giant of the ancient race of Bombardoes.

[Advertisement], The Australian (29 November 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37154101

UNDER VERY DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE. GRAND CONCERT.
Mr. MARSH begs to announce that his Concert, will take place on
WEDNESDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 3RD, AT THE ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . .
. . . Ophecleides - Messrs. T. Martin, Waterstone; Bombardone - Mr. Blackie . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Stephen Hale Marsh (musician); Thomas Martin (ophicleide, 99th Band); John Blaikie (bombardone, 99th Band); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

Discharge, David Waterstone, 24 January 1853; UK National Archives, WO97/1068/041/1

Discharge, David Waterstone, 24 January 1853; UK National Archives, WO97/1068/041/1

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBM%2FWO97%2F1068%2F041%2F001 (PAYWALL)

HER MAJESTY'S Ninety Ninth REG'T OF Foot . . . Hobart Town, V. D. Land, 24 Jan'y 1853.
. . . Discharge of No. 420 Private David Waterstone . . . by Trade a Laborer
was BORN in the Parish of Cannongate in or near the Town of Edinburgh in the County of Midlothian
and was ATTESTED for the 99th Regiment of Foot at Gosport in the County of Hants on the 17 March 1825 at the age of 12 years . . . SERVICE up to 31 Jan'y 1853 . . . 21 years 290 days . . .
during which he served Abroad Ten years, viz.
at The Australian Colonies, Ten years . . .
DISCHARGE is proposed in consequence of being found unfit for further service . . .
. . . CHARACTER AND CONDUCT . . . they have been indifferent, arising from Drunkenness . . .

Pensions ceased by death; November 1859; UK National Archives, WO22/F126/F143

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBM%2FWO22%2F126%2F00143 (PAYWALL)

99th Foot / [rate of pension] 1/- / [admitted to pension] 23 Aug't 1853 / David Waterstone / Permanent / [died] 23 Nov'r 1859 / [age] 45 / Edinburgh




WATHEN, William Fowler (William Fowler WATHEN; W. F. WATHEN)

Musical amateur, school master

Born Wooton, Gloucestershire, England, 16 August 1823; baptised Wooton Under Edge, 17 August 1823; son of Thomas WATHEN (1796-1855) and Emma FOWLER (1802-1879)
Arrived VDL, by c. early 1840s
Married (1) Jane WADDLE (d. 1855), Launceston, VDL (TAS), 22 April 1847
Married (2) Eliza WADDLE (d. 1858), Launceston, TAS, 20 July 1856
Married (3) Emma WITLEY (d. 1899), Launceston, TAS, 13 June 1861
Died Launceston, TAS, 6 December 1899

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Fowler+Wathen+1823-1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATHEN-William-Fowler (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of Wooton under Edge . . . in the year 1823; register [1843], page 177; Gloucestershire Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/5066/images/43138_636897_2150-00640 (PAYWALL)

No. 1416 / [baptised] Aug't 17 / Bn. Aug't 16 / William Fowler S. of / Thomas & Emma / Wathen / Old Town / Clothworker . . .

"LAUNCESTON SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (9 July 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38996583 

The half-yearly meeting of this Society was held in the Wyclyffe Chapel on Thursday evening last, when a report of its progress was read by the Secretary, from which it appears that the Society is in a most flourishing condition, the number of working members being 62, and honorary members 25, making a total of 87. The Treasurer's account showed the Society to be free from debt, and a balance in hand, besides a quantity of music for the supply of the members. The report also stated that the oratorio proposed to be given in the new Mechanics' Institute was abandoned, in consequence of obstacles raised by parties concerned in the new organ, which is to be placed in the large hall of the building. A concert, however, is to be given shortly by the Society, in aid of the building fund of the Institute. The following gentlemen were elected as office-bearers for the ensuing half-year: President, Mr. H. Stephens; Conductor, Mr. T. Sharp; Treasurer, Mr. W. Gurr; Secretary, Mr. W. Stokes; Librarian, Mr. W. F. Wathen. Committee - Messrs. Harvey, Wathen, Long, Kenworthy, Lewis. The thanks of the Society were given to the retiring officers and Committee, and a special vote of thanks was also passed to Mr. T. Sharp, the Conductor, and Mr. W. Stokes, Secretary, for their untiring exertions for the advancement of the Society. The proceedings of the evening were brought to a close by singing two or three selections from Haydn's Imperial Mass, which were well rendered. There is, however, an evident want of a few more instrumental performers, in order to give effect to the high class of music which the Society is at present practising . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Sharp (conductor); William Gurr (member); William Stokes (member); John Smithen Harvey (member); Robert Kenworthy (member); Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society (organisation)

"LAUNCESTON SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (12 January 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38998773 

The annual meeting of the above Society was held on Thursday evening, the 6th of January, 1860, in the Trinity School-room . . . The following officers were elected for the ensuing six months: - President, Mr. J. S. Harvey; conductor, Mr. T. Sharp; secretary, Mr. W. Stokes; treasurer, Mr. W. Gurr; librarian, Mr. W. F. Wathen. Messrs. R. Sharpe, R. Kenworthy, A. Legg, W. F. Wathen, and H. Stephens, form the committee . . . The members have decided upon taking Haydn's 3rd or Imperial Mass for practice, and we can only say that we hope they will meet with the success they merit.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Sharpe (committee)

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (7 July 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65993332 

The Half-yearly Meeting of the Launceston Harmonic Society was held in the Cornwall Assembly Rooms, on Thursday evening, July 5th. A satisfactory report, was presented, and the members appear resolved to do all they can to forward the interests of the Society. The practice meetings will be held for the future in the Cornwall Rooms, and the idea is projected of procuring a piano for the use of the members. The officers for the ensuing six months are as follows: - President, Mr. R. Kenworthy; Conductor, T. Sharp; Secretary, W. Stokes; Treasurer, W. Gurr; Librarian, W. F. Wathen. Committee - Messrs. Hart, Harvey, Leary, Hubbard, and Wathen. A vote of thanks was rendered to the retiring officers.

"OBITUARY. MR. W. F. WATHEN", Daily Telegraph (7 December 1899), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154072344 

After a prolonged illness consequent on general debility, an old resident died last night in the person of Mr. William Fowler Wathen. The deceased was widely known throughout the city, and much respected, as one who took a keen interest in all that appertained to the best interests of Launceston. Mr. Wathen, who had reached the advanced age of 78 years, was a colonist of nearly 60 years, he having been appointed by the Imperial Government tutor and instructor to one of the convict ships. He was born at Wooton-on-the-Hedge, near Gloucestershire. After his arrival he was appointed to the charge of the first Government school which was located in the south . . .

"SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY. {To the] EDITOR OF THE . . .", Launceston Examiner (12 May 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39000465 

SIR, - This Society, lately so flourishing, was dissolved on Wednesday evening at a special meeting called by circular and held in St. John's School-room. Some weeks ago Mr. Thomas Sharp, the conductor, informed the members that he should at some future time call a meeting to dissolve the Society. His reasons he gave as follows:
"As a Sacred Harmonic Society we are not allowed to perform secular music, and it is quite necessary that secular music be made use of, as there is not sufficient scope for me to select from sacred music only. I am at a loss to find sufficient for our next concert, unless we walk over the same ground we have gone over before, and this I do not wish to do. Therefore I shall bring forward a motion that the Society be dissolved and re-formed, so as to admit of secular as well as sacred music being performed." . . . Mr. Sharp then proposed that the word "sacred" be struck out of the first rule ("That this society be called the Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society") which would put aside any objection that might be raised against secular music being introduced. This also was put to the meeting and carried . . . viz. - Launceston Harmonic Society . . . Proposed and seconded that the harmonium, music, and other properties of the late Sacred Harmonic Society be transferred to the Harmonle Society. Rev. C. Price here observed that the property was in the hands of trustees, and that those trustees could not give it over to any but the Sacred Harmonic Society. A great deal of discussion ensued, In which Messrs. W. Sharp, T. Sharp, Stephens, Thompson, Reynolds, Wathen, and others joined; after which it was decided to run the risk of any dispute upon the matter, and to make use of the property of the late Sacred Harmonic Society until the half-yearly meeting, when further arrangements might be made . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Price (member)

"OBITUARY. MR. W. F. WATHEN", Launceston Examiner (7 December 1899), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article40113133 

After a lingering illness Mr. William Fowler Wathen has joined the great majority. The sad event took place at his residence, 162 Charles-street, yesterday, and was not unexpected. Deceased was in his 78th year. He was a native of England, his birthplace being Wootton, a Gloucestershire village. He came out to the colony early in life as tutor, instructor, and chaplain on board a government ship, and had been in Tasmania for the long period of 60 years. Prior to receiving that appointment he had had teaching experience in the famous "Bluecoat" school, and on arriving in the colony was offered, and accepted, a post under the Education Department. For a time he was settled in Hobart, but then came north, 22 of his over 30 years' good service in this capacity being passed in the city of Launceston. He then retired. In more ways than one Mr. Wathen was a useful citizen. He was an active worker at the very inception of the Mechanics' Institute, and for 52 years its secretary, a position from which he only recently retired on account of failing health. He and the Hon. Adye Douglas were made life members of the institute in recognition of their splendid labours on its behalf, and now only the veteran Parliamentarian remains. Years ago Mr. Wathen was a very active member of St. Paul's Church, and was largely instrumental in founding the St. John's Lodge. He was also connected with the dispensary. He took the keenest interest in politics, and spent three years in the Municipal Council. Indeed, no public body was considered complete without the "heckling" of him who is now gone. He leaves a widow and large family to mourn their loss. One of his sons is a journalist in New Zealand, Mr. W. A. Wathen. Another, Mr. Charles Wathen, is in business in this city, while Mr. F. Wathen is located at Zeehan, and Mr. H. Wathen at Waratah. His daughters number six. The funeral will leave his late residence to-morrow, at 3.30 p.m.




WATKINS, James (James WATKINS; Rev. Mr. WATKINS)

Musician, choir director, choirmaster, Catholic priest

Born Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales, 1796; baptised Castle Street Chapel (Independent), 4 September 1796; son of James WATKINS
Arrived Sydney, NSW, c. 1834-35
Active Maitland, NSW, c. November 1835 to August 1836
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL, August 1836 (from Sydney, 13 August)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 1838
Died Abergavenny, Wales, 11 January 1869, aged "73"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Watkins+1796-1869 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATKINS-James (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Eyewitness Columbus Fitzpatrick recollected that Watkins "took charge of the choir" at St. Mary's church, Sydney, probably for a short period during 1835, or perhaps 1838-39.


Documentation:

Children baptized by E. Sked, 1796; Castle Street Chapel (Independent), Abergavenny; register 1711-1837; UK National Archives, RG4/1241

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/76873:2972 (PAYWALL)

Sep'r 4 Baptized James the Son of James Watkins Taylor Lanstemes [?]

Wales census, 1861, Monmouthshire, Abergavenny; UK National Archives, RG9/3993/40/2

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8768/images/MONRG9_3986_3993-1055 (PAYWALL)

9 Victoria Street / John Powell / Head / 66 / Carpenter // Elizabeth / Wife / 72 . . .
James Watkins / Lodger / Unmarried / 66 / Retired Roman Catholic Clergyman / [born] Monmouthshire Monmouth

[Columbus Fitzpatrick] "REMINISCENCES OF CATHOLICISM IN THE EARLY DAYS OF THE COLONY (To the Editor of the Goulburn Argus)", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (25 November 1865), 741

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115451063 

. . . Dr. Polding was only bishop at that time and he did not expect to hear Mozart's Mass sung in Botany Bay, and well sung too : lie was accompanied by several rev. gentlemen, some of whom were fine singers, amongst these were the Rev. Mr. Spencer, who afterwards went home, and the Rev. Mr. Sumner, who was the first priest ordained in these colonies. He could sing very sweetly at that time, but neither these nor the Rev. Mr. Watkins, who took charge of the choir, could ever equal Mr. Richenberg's choir . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Columbus Fitzpatrick (memoirist, eyewitness); John Bede Polding (bishop); John Benedict Spencer (vocalist); Joseph Charles Sumner (vocalist); Joseph Reichenberg (singing leader, bandmaster, c. 1825)


Bibliography and resources:

Henry Norbert Birt, Benedictine pioneers in Australia . . . volume 1 (London: Herbert & Daniel, 1911), 108, 112

https://archive.org/details/BenedictinePioneersInAustraliaV1/page/112/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

C. J. Duffy (ed.), Catholic religious and social life in the Macquarie era: as portrayed in the letters of Columbus Fitzpatrick (1810-1878) (Sydney: Catholic Press Newspaper Company, Ltd., 1966), 17-19

Patrick O'Farrell, Documents in Australian Catholic history: 1788-1883 (Sydney: G. Chapman, 1969), 32-33

Paul Collins, William Bernard Ullathorne and the foundation of Australian Catholicism 1815-1840 (Ph.D thesis, Australian National University, 1989), 158-59

http://hdl.handle.net/1885/10410 (DIGITISED)

[158] . . . Another priest arrived unexpectedly in Sydney in late 1834. He was Father James Watkins, a Welshman. He had left the English mission in strange circumstances in 1833. According to Ullathorne he had been shipwrecked off the South American coast, was rescued, and came on to Sydney from Brazil. Watkins worked for many years in Australia but has always remained something of a mystery, disappearing from the ministry for years at a time . . .

[158-59 note 117] . . . Watkins was born about 1794 in Abergavenny in Monmouthshire and after a period at the Sardinian Embassy chapel, he was appointed to the mission of Saint Joseph's, Bugle St., Southampton in 1824. After buying a presbytery and building a chapel, he left there in 1833 . . . In Australia he worked in Hobart, Melbourne and Adelaide. After leaving South Australia he went to South Africa and eventually died in England [sic]

Judy Healy, Ship wrecks and close calls with cannibals - The adventures of Fr James Watkins, mnnews.today (posted 1 October 2019)

https://mnnews.today/your-diocese/2019/44476-ship-wrecks-and-close-calls-with-cannibals 

The first resident priest in East Maitland was Fr James Watkins. He arrived late 1835 and remained in East Maitland for nine months. His last entry in the parish register was made on 24 July 1836 . . . When Fr Christopher Dowling arrived in August 1836, Fr Watkins left the Maitland area for Hobart where he took over from Fr Connolly. He remained in Hobart until he then handed over to Fr Therry in 1838 . . . [in 1845] he was aboard the brig "Mariner" . . . outward bound from Melbourne but was wrecked near Maria Creek on 7 November 1845. Fr Watkins survived and made his way to Adelaide from Kingstown (240 kms southeast of Adelaide) arriving on 20 November where he offered his services as a priest to Bishop Murphy . . . Fr Watkins left Adelaide in 1849 bound for the Cape of Good Hope where he worked for some years before returning to his birthplace, Abergavenny, Monmouth, Wales. He died there in 1869 aged 75 years.


Other sources:

Watkins family papers, ca. 1810-1965; State Library of New South Wales, MLMSS 8257/Boxes 1-4 , MLMSS 8257/Box 5X, ML 1268

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/nQRq57G1

Consisting of material related to a number of branches of the Watkins family that emigrated to Australia in the mid 1800s. Notable figures represented in the collection include James Watkins (1794-1869) a Catholic Priest who emigrated from London in 1835 . . . BOX 1 . . . Undated series of manuscript devotional notes and Christian meditations, probably in the hand of Father James Watkins . . .




WATSON, John (John WATSON)

Pianoforte maker

Arrrived Australia, April 1853
? Active Melbourne, VIC, c. 1855

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Watson+pianoforte+maker (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-John (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 July 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12971414 

IF this should meet the eye of JOHN WATSON, pianoforte maker, who is supposed to be either in Sydney or Melbourne, he is requested to write to his brother, GEORGE WATSON, 74, Phillip-street North, Sydney, immediately.

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (18 July 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60167600 

IF this should meet the eye of JOHN WATSON, Pianoforte Maker, from England, he is requested to write to his brother, G. WATSON, 74, Phillip-street North, Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (16 August 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4815325 

IF this should meet the eye of John Watson, pianoforte maker, who came from England in April, 1853, who is supposed to be working as a carpenter or joiner, he is requested to write to his brother. Or any one giving information as to his whereabouts, or his death, will be most thankfully received by his brother, George Watson, 74 Phillip-street north, Sydney.




WATSON, Joseph James (Joseph James WATSON; Master WATSON; Mr. J. J. WATSON)

Amateur musician, juvenile vocalist, vocalist, organist

Born Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, 1844; baptised St. Andrew's, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 19 July 1844; son of Hugh Thomas WATSON (d. 1849) and Mary GRAHAM
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 5 November 1849 (per Constance, from London)
Married Ada Louisa GRAHAM (1857-1920), St. Peter's College chapel, Adelaide, SA, 14 June 1890
Died Walkerville, SA, 19 December 1912, aged "68"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Joseph+James+Watson+1844-1912 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-Joseph-James (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"MR. MARTIN'S SCHOOL, PIRIE-STREET", South Australian Register (25 June 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49762743 

The public midwinter examination took place on Tuesday last, the Rev. G. H. Farr, M.A, presiding . . . The following prizes were awarded: . . . for geography, to Joseph James Watson . . .

"THE HANDEL FESTIVAL", Adelaide Observer (23 April 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158127096 

On Thursday evening the "Messiah" was repeated before a large assembly at White's Room. Probably the audience exceeded 500 persons. We noticed the first performance of this sublime creation of Handel's genius at length, and we think every judicious person who was present on both occasions will agree with us in opinion that the second concert was quite equal to the first in its general effects . . . It is not necessary again so particular the several solos and choruses, any farther than to remark that Miss Rowe sang with considerable taste, and with extreme accuracy the difficult chorus [sic], "Rejoice greatly," which was omitted on the former occasion, in consequence of a severe cold under which Madame Cranz was then suffering. Also, that the air, "How beautiful are the feet," was very well indeed rendered by Master Watson, one of the choristers, we believe, of St. John's Church. The other solos were sung by Miss Pettman, Miss Tozer, Mr. Daniel, and Mr. Ball . . . Of Herr Linger, Mr. Daniel, and Mr. Chapman, to whose united exertions we the final success of the performance is mainly to be attributed, it is unnecessary to say more than that we earnestly hope they may remain united, and that at some future time they will achieve even still greater triumphs . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louisa Jane Rowe (vocalist); Mary Ann Pettman (vocalist); Josiah Wyke Daniel (vocalist and chorus master); Mr. Ball (vocalist); Carl Linger (conductor), William Chapman (violinist, leader); Handel Centenary (event); St. John's church (Adelaide Anglican church); White's Rooms (Adelaide venue)

"ST. PAUL'S CHURCH CONVERSAZIONE", The South Australian Advertiser (19 May 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article792966 

A social meeting of the friends of St. Paul's Church was held on Wednesday evening, May 18 in White's Room. Considering the boisterous and inclement state of the weather, the assemblage was more numerous than could have been expected and amongst those present we noticed the Lord Bishop of Adelaide, the Ven. Archdeacon Woodcock, Revs. Canons, Russell, Farr, and many of the clergy of the diocese. The company sat down to tea at 6 o'clock, and the chair was taken by the Lord Bishop at 7 o'clock. After several excellent addresses, the members of the Harmonic Society, who had kindly volunteered their services on the occasion, commenced the musical part of the entertainment with the fine chorus "O, Father," from Judas Maccabaeus, which they rendered very effectively, under the direction of Mr. Daniel. Herr Linger acted as leader on the occasion . . . Master Watson, a boy of about twelve years of age, sung "How beautiful are the feet," a very difficult solo and recitative, with surprising accuracy and good taste. The song was loudly applauded and immediately encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Adelaide Sacred Harmonic Society (organisation)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49825795 

WHITE'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS. MISS TOZER has the honour to announce that she will give a
Grand CONCERT of VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC on Thursday evening, the 14th July,
under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief.
Principal Performers - Miss Tozer, Miss C. A. Tozer, Miss Polhill,
Master Watson, Mr. R. B. White, Herr Ignaz Roitzsch (Pupil of the Leipzig Conservatorium), Mr. H. Christen.
Conductor - Mr. J. W. Daniel.
PROGRAMME, PART I.
1. Glee, "Swift as a Flash" - "Guillaume Tell" - Rossini . . .
5. Quintett, "The Lark" - Mendelssohn . . .
PART II . . . 11. Quintett, "All among the Barley" - Stirling
NATIONAL ANTHEM . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth and Caroline Tozer (vocalists); Victoria Polhill (vocalist); Richard Baxter White (pianist, violinist); Ignaz Roitzsch (pianist); Hugo John Christen (vocalist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (13 June 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39121537 

THE ST. PAUL'S YOUNG MEN'S LITERARY SOCIETY will hold their
FIRST SOIREE in Pulteney-street Schoolroom, on Monday, June 20.
A LECTURE on "The Philosophy and Science of the Middle Ages" will be given by G. W. FRANCIS, Esq.
There will also be a series of Recitations and Musical Pieces . . .
The proceeds will be devoted to the Harmonium Fund in connection with St. Paul's Church.
JOSEPH J. WATSON. Hon. Sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: George William Francis (botanist)

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The South Australian Advertiser (1 June 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28787911 

A grand vocal and instrumental miscellaneous concert was given in the new Town Hall, Port Adelaide on Thursday evening, May 31. This may be called an opening concert so far as its being the first entertainment in the building, which is at present unfinished . . . His Worship the Mayor and members of the Corporation were present, and nearly every available seat in the Hall (which is capable of holding 700 to 800 persons) was filled, many of the vocal performers being amateurs and members of the Port Choral Society, assisted by several ladies and gentlemen from Adelaide, numbering in all about 30. The programme, which was a lengthy one, comprised a selection of musical gems and ballads. The instrumental portion of the music having Mr. W. Chapman as leader, Mr. T. Heydecke conductor, Mr. Crocker as pianist . . . The programme commenced with an overture by Chapman's band. The "Market Chorus" by the company was creditably rendered . . . A trio, "The Wreck," by Messrs. Watson, Thompson, and Saint, was encored, and a song by Mrs. Wishart, "Like Song Birds in Summer," was sung with taste. The first part concluded with "Let us all a Maying go," by the company. The Gipsy chorus, from the "Bohemian Girl," was encored. Song, "Let me like a Soldier fall" by Mr. Watson . . . Verdi's "Anvil Chorus," by the company, was very good and encored. The proceedings closed with "God save the Queen."

ASSOCIATIONS: Theodore Heydecke (conductor); James Crocker (pianist); Susannah Wishart (vocalist)

MUSIC: Yes let me like a soldier fall (Wallace)

"CONCERT AT NORWOOD", South Australian Register (19 June 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41026373 

A concert of vocal and instrumental music was given in the Town Hall, Norwood, on Monday evening, in aid of the funds of St. Bartholomew's Church. The room was quite filled on the occasion, and the result, so far as the proceeds are concerned, must be highly gratifying to those who have exerted themselves in the matter. Mrs. Wishart and Mr. J. J. Watson were the principal vocalists, and Mdlle. Lindstrom and Miss Morris, in several fantasias on the piano forte, were deservedly applauded . . .

"THE TOWN HALL CONCERT", South Australian Register (27 June 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41021403 

The concert in aid of the Albert Bells Fund took place on Tuesday evening in the Town Hall . . . The soul-inspiring "Huntsman s Chorus," from Weber's "Der Freischutz," was succeeded by the song "Good night, beloved," by Mr. Watson, which was very favourably received by the audience. After an interval of 10 minutes, during which the room was most brilliantly illuminated by the magnesium light - exhibited in the gallery - the complicated and difficult music by Locke, as an accompaniment to "Macbeth," was performed . . . The whole was executed with scarcely a hitch, as were also the remaining pieces on the programme, which consisted of selections from Balfe's "Satanella" . . . The entertainment - the success of which was greatly due to the exertions of the general manager, Mr. E. Spiller; the leader, Mr. Chapman; and the pianist, Mr. J. Shakespeare - closed shortly before 11 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emanuel Spiller (conductor); James Shakespeare (accompanist)

MUSIC: Good night, beloved (Balfe)

"FOUNDATION-STONE OF ST. PETER'S CATHEDRAL", South Australian Register (30 June 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41407720 

On Tuesday afternoon, June 29, the Right Rev. Dr. Short, Lord Bishop of Adelaide, laid the foundation-stone of St. Peter's Cathedral at North Adelaide . . . His Lordship, standing on the north side of the stone . . . commenced the office by reading the following exhortation: . . . ng. Then followed appropriate passages from the Rubric, the responses being chanted by the choir; Mr. J. J. Watson presiding at the harmonium. The Lord's Prayer said, the 84th Psalm, "Quam Dilecta," the 96th, "Cantate Domino," and he 122nd, "Beatus sum," were chanted . . . The 164th Hymn, from the collection ancient and modern, beginning thus -
"We love the place,
O God, Wherein Thine honour dwells
The joy of Thine abode
All earthly joy excels,"
having been sung, The Rev. Canon Farr read the Collects for Trinity, Good Friday, Whitsunday, St. Peter's Day, St. Simon and St. Jude, and All Saints; after which the 3rd part of Hymn 142 - "Jerusalem the golden" - was sung, and the Bishop having pronounced the apostolic benediction, the ceremony closed . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: St. Peter's cathedral (Adelaide)

"CHURCH INTELLIGENCE. ORGAN RECITAL AT ST. PETER'S COLLEGE", The Advertiser (7 June 1890), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article26754188 

An organ recital was given in the St. Peter's College Chapel on Thursday by Mr. B. Fisher (the organist), assisted by Mrs. T. W. Lyons, Miss Richardson, and Mr. J. J. Watson . . . Mr. Watson also sang well . . .

"MARRIAGES", South Australian Register (20 June 1890), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article47235919 

WATSON - GRAHAM. - On 14th June, at St. Peter's College Chapel, by the Rev. P. E. Raynor, Joseph James Watson, Adelaide Telegraph Department, of Montrose, Walkerville, to Ada Louisa, youngest daughter of Joseph Graham, Esq., of Norlands, Bexhill, Sussex, late of Norland-square, Holland Park, London.

"DEATHS", The Advertiser (20 December 1912), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5358471 

WATSON. - On the 19th December, at "Montrose," Walkerville, Joseph James Watson, late Manager of Telegraphs, S.A., aged 68.

"CONCERNING PEOPLE", The Register (20 December 1912), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59248568 

Mr. J. J. Watson, a well-known civil servant, died at his residence, Walkerville on Thursday afternoon. He relinquished the position of manager of the Adelaide Telegraph Office in December, 1908, under the retiring provisions of the Postal Act, which say that an officer shall leave on attaining the age of 65. Since then the deceased had been in the Audit Office, as the State regulations fix the retiring age at 70. In replying to the felicitous remarks of his fellow-officers in 1908 Mr. Watson said he could scarcely realize that he was leaving the service. He had seen it grow from a comparatively tiny thing to a huge department, and he had grown to love it. He felt the wrench very keenly. The rights which they had enjoyed during their happier existence under State control had been whittled away one by one, until only the remembrance of them remained. Mr. Watson was born at Newcastle-on-Tyne in 1844. Acting upon the advice of Earl Grey (Secretary of State for the Colonies), his father (Mr. Hugh T. Watson) decided to settle in South Australia, and arrived here on November 5, 1849, with his wife and six young children. Three days later the father died. Educated chiefly at Pulteney Street School, Mr. Watson joined the telegraph service as messenger at Mount Barker on July, 12, 1861, and was promoted to Adelaide as operator on December 1, 1862. At that time there were only four telegraph instruments in the chief office. From October, 1864, to January, 1866, he was telegraph master at Glenelg. On returning to the head office until October 1, 1871, he was chosen to represent South Australia at the repeating station at Wentworth, New South Wales, and remained there 10 years. In 1881 he was transferred to the charge of the telegraph branch. He had a continuous service of nearly 52 years under State and Federal Parliaments. As a citizen Mr. Watson took part in many interesting events. In April 1859, on the celebration of the Handel centenary festival, he was selected by the late Herr Carl Linger (composer of "The song of Australia") to sing one of the solos in the "Messiah." At the opening concert at the Adelaide Town Hall in 1866 he was a soloist. In 1869 he acted as organist at the ceremony of laying the foundation of St. Peter's Cathedral, and sang in the choir at its completion in 1901. On March 1, 1901, the Post and Telegraph Departments of the States were united under federation, and to celebrate that auspicious occasion Mr. Watson invited the telegraphists in all the State capitals to unite with Adelaide at noon in singing "God save the King" all round Australia. Darwin, Eucla, and Wagga Wagga also joined in this unique chorus with great enthusiasm, showing loyalty to the King and brotherly feeling to one another. The deceased left a widow and one daughter. He was 68 years old.

NOTE: The above obituary largely sourced from "LEAVING THE SERVICE", The Register (25 December 1908), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article57006238 




WATSON, Miss (Miss WATSON)

Juvenile actor, dancer, vocalist

Active Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 1834

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Miss+Watson+juvenile+actor (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-Miss (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"Domestic Intelligence", Colonial Times (8 April 1834), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8647514 

The soirees have lately been most numerously attended. Mr. Deane's new room is particularly adapted for the present kind of entertainment - music sounds remarkable well in it. Such persons as have not witnessed the "Ogre or the seven leagued boots," will do well to attend on Thursday next, with all the juveniles they can muster. It is as good as a play, to witness the countenances of some of the children, when the Giant murders his own children by mistake. Miss Watson is a regular little favourite, and shews a tact and talent quite extraordinary, for a child of her years . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Philip Deane (proprietor); Argyle Rooms (Hobart venue)

[Advertisement], Trumpeter General (30 May 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article172895569 

Theatre, Argyle Rooms.
ON Monday Evening next, a selection of Vocal and Instrumental Music, with a variety of amusements,
to conclude with, (for the second time) a new Melo-Drama, called
The BUSHRANGERS; or, Norwwoodvale.
Mr. Norwood - Mr. Townshend;
Frederick - Mr. Campbell;
Murrahwa - Mr. Pemphrase;
Marion - Mrs. Henson;
Ellen - Miss Watson.
BUSHRANGERS.
Fellows - Mr. Russell;
Hoodwink - Mr. Henson;
Fawkes - Mr. Lee.
BOXES - 2s. GALLERY - 1s.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Penphrase (actor in role of Murrahwa); Mrs. Henson (actor); Henry Melville (songwriter, playwright); William Wilkins Russell (actor); John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor)

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (3 June 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8647615 

Theatre, Argyle Rooms.
ON Thursday Evening next, a selection of Vocal and Instrumental Music;
after which will be performed, (for the first time) a Farce, called
TERMS DEAF LOVER. Old Wrongward - Mr. Russell . . . John - Mr. Lee;
Sally - Miss Watson . . . Betsy Blossom - Mrs. Henson.
Boxes 2s. Gallery 1s. June 3rd, 1854.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (17 June 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8647638 

Theatre, Argyle Rooms.
MR. DEANE begs to acquaint the Public, that in future, Entertainments will be given every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
To-morrow Evening will be performed, a "Comic Ballet," in which will be introduced a variety of Dancing, &c.
To conclude with THE PURSE; Or, the Benevolent Tar . . .
Will Steady - Mr. Pemphrase; Sally - Mrs. Mackay; Page - Miss Watson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frances Mackay (actor, later Mrs. Arabin)

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (22 July 1834), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8647705 

Theatre, Argyle Rooms.
TO-MORROW Evening (Wednesday) a Selection of Vocal and Instrumental Music;
after which will be performed, for the fourth time at this Theatre, a Comic Pantomime, called
RED RIDING HOOD; Or the Wizard and Wolf.
Harry Woodbine afterwards Harlequin - Mr. Lewis
Alidor, the Wolf, afterwards Clown - Mr. Pemphrase . . .
Saltpetre - Master Deane
Fair Star - Mrs. Mackay
Red Riding Hood, afterwards Columbine - Miss Watson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Lewis (dancer, actor)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Courier (22 August 1834), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4183615 

THEATRE - ARGYLE ROOMS.
TO MORROW evening (Saturday) will be performed, 1st time
THE LORD OF THE MANOR . . .
Annette, Miss Rimons [sic] [and] Peggy, Miss Rudelhoff (from the Theatre Royal English Opera House, being their first appearance on this stage)
Sophia, Miss Watson; Moll Flagon, Mrs. Mackay . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anne Remens (actor, vocalist, later Mrs. Clarke); Dinah Rudelhoff (actor, vocalist, later Mrs. Murray)

"Deane's Theatre", The True Colonist Van Diemen's Land Political Despatch (26 August 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article200327997 

. . . Every person who had any taste for music must admire the musical talent of Mr. Deane's family, and wish to see him succeed in providing for them. Mrs. Henson sings well in general, and is a favourite with the audience. - Little Miss Watson is a fine smart child - dances well, and possesses confidence beyond her years, but we confess, that we are sorry to see the poor child on the stage. The new debutante, Miss Williams, has a fine strong clear voice; but her singing had certainly no reference to the music - she may improve . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Miss Williams (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Tasmanian (3 October 1834), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article233615086 

Theatre, Argyle Rooms. THE BENEFIT OF MISS WATSON.
ON Monday next, the 6th October . . .

"THEATRES", Trumpeter General (10 October 1834), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article172896110 

. . . Little Miss Watson's benefit was well attended . . .


Source and documentation (The bushrangers)

See also main entry The bushrangers or Norwood Vale (Henry Melville, first performance 29 May 1834)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=The+bushrangers+(Melville) (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

[Henry Melville], "The Bushrangers, or Norwood Vale", Hobart Town Magazine 3 (1834), 84

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=DrICAAAAIAAJ&pg=PA84 (DIGITISED)

https://archive.org/stream/hobarttownmagaz01unkngoog#page/n108/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Scene 2. Skilling, or out-house - a male Native standing at the door way - servant girl, Ellen.

Native. - Lady, bit baccy and bredly.

Ellen. - Come in old Murrahwa, and let me know your wishes - you would make a charming suitor for a pretty girl, with your long matted, red-ochred hair all hung round your pole like a bundle of carrots; fancy him kissing one! oh! but come in, blackey, tell me what you want?

Native. - Me want baccy and bredly - me had none long time - me got very old blanket.

Ellen. - Well, blackey, you shall have both, if you will dance a corroboree!

Native. - He, he! corroboree? Ellen. - Yes! corroberee. No baccy without corroboree.

(Native sings and dances the corroberee.)

Ellen. - Well now, blackey, I'll sing you a song.

Song.

'Tis said to Beauty's dwelling
Will lovers oft repair,
To win with sighs and tearful eyes,
Th' affections of the fair.
If this be true, - altho' as yet
The truth I cannot see,
'Tis very strange my state to change -
No lovers come to me.

'Tis said where'er we wander
They gather round about;
And vows, and oaths, and such like things,
Are plentiful no doubt.
But here I've been for twelve long months,
And here I'm like to be,
For very strange my state to change
No lover come to me.

Richard Fotheringham (ed.), Australian plays for the colonial stage: 1834-1899 (St Lucia: University of Queensland Press, 2006), 3-38

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=2mIYkb8NaXYC&pg=PA3 (PREVIEW)




WATSON, Bertha (Bethia WATSON; Bertha WATSON; Miss WATSON; Mrs. John HAY)

Musician, soprano vocalist, music teacher

Born Sydney, NSW, 1841 (Bethia); baptised St. Lawrence parish, Sydney, NSW, 23 January 1842; daughter of Abner WATSON (d. by 1861) and Mary MILLER (d. 1886)
Active Melbourne, VIC, by 1859
Married John HAY (d. 1904), East Melbourne, VIC, 26 December 1878
Died Prahran, VIC, 13/14 November 1914, aged "70" or "72/73" (buried Geelong, in her mother's grave)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Bertha+Watson+Hay+1841-1914 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-Bertha (shareable link to this entry)

WATSON, Helena (Helena WATSON; Helen WATSON; Mrs. Henry CAZALY; Mrs. William Thomas Percy BURNABY)

Contralto vocalist, mezzo-soprano, medical practitioner

Born Sydney, NSW, c. 1851; daughter of Abner (Abna) WATSON and Mary MILLER
Married (1) Henry CAZALY (d. 1908), Ballarat, VIC, 27 November 1867
Married (2) William Thomas Percy BURNABY (BARNABY), Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 2 August 1883
Died Fairfield, VIC, 4 January 1926, aged "65"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Helena+Watson+Cazaly+Burnaby+c1851-1926 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-Helena (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Peter Cazaly (from 1867, brother-in-law); Catherine Cazaly (Mrs. William Little; from 1867, sister-in-law)


Summary:

Abner Watson (born Belfast, 1809), variously listed as a joiner and a "bellows and brush maker", and his wife Mary Miller (born Londonderry, 1811), together with three daughters (Mary Ann, baptised 11 November 1837; Margaret Jane, baptised 12 October 1838; and Elizabeth, baptised 22 January 1838, m. John Patterson, 1855), arrived in NSW in October 1838 as assisted emigrants on the Mandarin from Belfast, Ireland.

Bertha (registered as Bethia), who according to her marriage record was their seventh daughter, was born in Sydney in 1841, and Helena c. 1851. At least one other sister, Eleanor (born Sydney, 1843) also appeared in public as a vocalist (see 1860 below).

Though Bertha made her first appearance as a senior school student in Melbourne in 1859, she and Helena (Helen) together made their official debut as public concert singers in 1863.


Documentation:

Entitlement certificates of persons on bounty ships, Abner and Mary Watson, Mandarin, October 1838; State Records Authority of NSW, series 5314 (reel 1292)

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1204/images/IMAUS1787_081224-0483 (PAYWALL)

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of St. Andrew, Sydney, in the county of Cumberland in the year 1844; register 1842-64, page 5; Sydney Anglican Diocese

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61177/images/45578_cat%5Eba18421864-00006 (PAYWALL)

No. 8 / February 25th / [born] August 18th 1843 / Eleanor d. of / Abna & Mary / Watson / Pitt Street / Cabinet Maker . . .

"MUSICAL FESTIVAL AND EXHIBITION OF DRAWINGS", The Age (22 December 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154882464 

The annual musical festival and exhibition of drawings by children from the Denominational Schools in and near Melbourne, came off at the Exhibition Building yesterday shortly after noon. The children, about 1000 in number, had been selected from the different schools . . . Mr. George L. Allan acted as leader of the singing, and was assisted by Messrs. Benjamin Hadfield, Mr. John H. Allen, and Mr. S. Kaye, who presided at the piano . . . Miss Margaret Liddle, of St. Paul's School, Swanston street, sung "Bonny Eloise," prettily, and was assisted in the chorus by the whole class . . . But the gem of the day was the solo and chorus, "Our own laughing Nell." Miss Bertha Watson, of the Abbotsford Church of England School, sung the solo, and displayed a richness and compass of voice, which took the audience by surprise. This young lady must be possessed of tasto and judgment of a superior order, or she could not have rendered the sweet pathetic lines allotted to her with so much effect . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Leavis Allan (singing master); Benjamin Hadfield (singing master); John Harward Allen (singing master); Samuel Kaye (piano); Maggie Liddle (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (5 July 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5685546 

MR. OATES'S CONCERT, under the patronage of His Excellency the Governor, in aid of the debt on St. Mark's Church,
on Friday next, July 6, in the Schoolroom, George-street.
Principal vocalists: Miss S. Mortley, the Misses B. and E. Watson, Messrs. Izard, Amery, and Wilson. Pianists. - Messrs. Ashton and Litolff . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Oates (musician); Sarah Mortley (vocalist); Henry John Izard (vocalist); Edwin Amery (vocalist); Michael Ashton (pianist); Francis Litolff (pianist)

"TOWN TALK", The Herald (6 March 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244295752 

Mr. C. E. Horsley, conductor of the Philharmonic Society, gave last evening at Hockins's Rooms, a most enjoyable concert. The audience was not so numerous as was expected, but that no doubt was in some measure attributable to the Philharmonic Concert having been given only two days before; and also, perhaps, to the somewhat high charge for admission . . . A glee, "In Celia's arbour," was agreeably rendered by Miss Helen Watson, Messrs. Exon, Jackman and Angus . . . A duet by Miss Bertha Watson and Mr. Edwin Exon, "I've wandered in dreams," was, in our opinion, the gem of the evening. Miss Watson's voice is beautifully clear, and was heard to great advantage with the sweet tenor of Mr. Exon . . .

"MR. HORSLEY'S CONCERT", The Argus (6 March 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6483912 

. . . Two Miss Watsons made their debut, and both of them promise to be valuable additions to our musical world. Miss Bertha Watson has a fine even soprano voice, of excellent quality and considerable power. No doubt, with judicious instruction its power may be much improved, and, as a matter of course in so young a singer, there is a good deal to be done before that amount of ease and fluency of execution is attained which forms one of the chief attractions of first-class artistes. Miss Helen Watson's voice is mezzo-soprano of considerable sweetness, but she had not much opportunity last night of showing what she really could do; however, as the leading voice the glee, "By Celia's Arbour," she acquitted herself very satisfactorily . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Edward Horsley (pianist); Edwin Exon (vocalist); Thomas John Jackman (vocalist); Silvanus Angus (vocalist); Hockin's Rooms (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (24 December 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5786743 

The Melbourne Philharmonic Society performs Handel's "Messiah" this evening, in the Theatre Royal . . . Miss Bertha Watson, who has for some time past absented herself from public engagements, will make her re-appearance to-morrow evening [sic]. . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne Philharmonic Society (organisation)

"MARRIAGE", The Ballarat Star (2 December 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112872437 

On the 27th November, by the Rev. R Hamilton, Henry Cazaly, of Ballarat, (son of the late James Cazaly, of Stoke Newington, London), to Helena Watson, daughter of the late Abner Watson, Esq., of Melbourne. Home papers please to copy.

"Marriages", The Age (2 August 1879), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199364159 

HAY - WATSON. - On the 26th December, 1873, at Chalmers Manse, East Melbourne, by the Rev. James Beatie, John Hay, late of Abenline, Scotland, and nephew of James Volum, Esq., brewer, Corio-street, Geelong, to Bertha, seventh daughter of Mrs. Watson, Clark-street, Abbotsford, Collingwood, Melbourne.

Marriage records, Massachusetts, USA, July-August 1883; New England Historic Genealogical Society

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2511/images/41262_b139307-00114 (PAYWALL)

2043 / William P. Barnaby [sic] / [of] Boston / 46 / Phrenologist / [born] Nova Scotia / [son of] Joseph / Mary -
Helena Cazale [sic] / [Boston] / 32 / [born] Sydney / [daughter of] Abner - / Mary Watson

"THE YORICK CLUB BAZAAR", Geelong Advertiser (16 October 1884), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150162623 

The international fete at the Rink was excellently patronised last evening . . . This evening a vocal concert will be given, consisting of solos and duets by the following ladies and gentlemen - Miss Bessie Jukes, contralto; Mrs. J. Hay, soprano; Mr. J. S. Begley, basso; and Mr. J. A. Ryan, comique. Amongst other members, Miss Jukes and Mrs. Hay will sing the duets, "Sainted Mother" (Wallace), and "I heard a voice in the tranquil night" (Glover).

"CONFIRMATION SERVICE AT ALL SAINTS", Geelong Advertiser (10 November 1884), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150163433 

The Right Rev Dr. Moorhouse, Bishop of Melbourne, conducted a confirmation service at All Saints' church, Newtown, at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon . . . The choir was assisted by Mrs. John Hay, whose pure soprano voice was heard clearly above the rest, her aid materially enhancing the attractiveness of the musical portion of the service.

"DEATH", Geelong Advertiser (9 September 1886), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149046221 

Watson - At the residence of her daughter (Mrs. John Hay), Pevensey Crescent, Geelong, on the 8th inst., Mary Watson, relict of the late Abner Watson, in her 70th year.

"SONGS AND SINGERS", The Ballarat Star (22 August 1888), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article209446752 

. . . Miss Watson, afterwards Mrs. Henry Cazaly, had a beautiful contralto voice; while her sister, Miss Bertha Watson, was equally gifted in the possession of an equally fine soprano voice. "Bertha" in her day held a prominent place in the metropolitan and philharmonic concerts. Our Miss Watson never reached the position attained by her sister, though her capabilities were sufficient to have enabled her to take even higher ground . . .

[News], New Zealand Herald (12 January 1892), 4

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZH18920112.2.14 

The Wesley Hall in Pitt-street was crowded to excess last night, when Dr. Burnaby delivered a phrenological lecture, his subject being "Heads and Faces; Character, Disposition, and Capability. After Mrs. Burnaby had opened the proceedings with an excellently-rendered vocal selection, the doctor proceeded to deal with the various forms of mental development . . .

[Advertisement], Poverty Bay Herald (28 August 1894), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/PBH18940828.2.34.2 

ON WEDNESDAY EVENING, the Side-splitting and Farcical Comedy of "HEADS AND FACES," and how to read them, by Dr. BURNABY, Delineations of Character, Capability, by the Head, the Hand, and by Caligraphy, performed Blindfolded on the stage.
Don't fail to hear this Wonderful Orator and Character Impersonator. Admission - 1s all over the house.

MRS. BURNABY, S.M.D., Medical Specialist, will give a medical and instructive talk (to ladies only) To-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon in the Wesleyan school at 3 o'clock sharp. Collection to defray expenses.

"SUDDEN DEATH", Poverty Bay Herald (12 September 1894), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/PBH18940912.2.18 

Last evening shortly after eight o'clock, Dr. Burnaby, who has been lecturing here, was seized with a fit of coughing in the Royal Hotel, where he was staying, and expired in the course of a few minutes. Medical aid was summoned, and Dr. Smith-Hozier attended immediately, but on arrival he found that life was extinct. Mrs. Burnaby was present when her husband was taken ill, and also when he died. THE INQUEST An inquest was held into the circumstances surrounding the death of Dr. William Thomas Percy Burnaby by the Coroner (Mr. Booth) at the Royal Hotel this morning . . . Helena Burnaby deposed she was the wife of the deceased, who was 58 years of age and a native of America. He came to New Zealand on the 5th November last, and had suffered from three attacks of la grippe since he had been in the colony. He had not been well since he arrived in Gisborne a fortnight ago, and had been ailing since June last . . .

"DEATHS", New Zealand Herald (5 October 1894), 4 supplement

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZH18941005.2.65.23.3 

BURNABY. - On September 11, 1894, at Gisborne, of heart failure, Dr. William Thomas Percy Burnaby, the beloved husband of Helena Burnaby, aged 58. - Requiescat in pace.

Grant of administration, Bertha Hay, 1912, died 13 November 1914 [sic]; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/D0A77126-F54A-11E9-AE98-FF8E7E2A67C1?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/1C0C59A3-F21F-11E9-AE98-5BB3514C4AB9?image=1 (DIGITISED)

"DEATHS", The Argus (6 January 1926), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3727362 

BURNABY. - On the 4th January, at Alexander rest home, Heidelberg road, Fairfield, Helen Burnaby, wife of the late Dr. Burnaby, of New Zealand, aged 65 years.


Bibliography and resources:

Bertha Hay, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/164068871/bertha-hay 




WATSON, Feltham Bold (Feltham Bold WATSON, senior; Mr. F. B. WATSON; Mr. WATSON)

Actor, vocalist, theatrical manager, publican

Born Kensington, London, England, 23 May 1808; baptised St. Mary, Newington, Southwark, 26 June 1808; son of John WATSON and Angelina MARRIOTT
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 28 June 1827 (sailor, per Countess of Harcourt, from Cork, 14 February direct)
Arrived VDL (TAS), by c. 1828
Married (1) Mary WADE, Port Sorell, VDL (TAS), 5 January 1831
Married (2) Margaret WADE (1821-1891, sister of Mary above), Sorrell, TAS, 11 June 1863
Died George Town, TAS, 9 January 1884, aged 75

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Feltham+Bold+Watson+1808-1884 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-Feltham-Bold (shareable link to this entry)

WATSON, Mary (Mary WADE; Mrs. Feltham Bold WATSON; Mrs. F. B. WATSON; Mrs. WATSON)

Actor

Born Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 1812; baptised Hobart Town, 5 July 1812; daughter of John WADE (d. 1829) and Catherine MORGAN
Married Feltham Bold WATSON, Port Sorell, VDL (TAS), 5 January 1831
Died Longford, TAS, 29 May 1861, aged "48"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Wade+Watson+1812-1861 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-Mary-Wade (shareable link to this entry)

WATSON, Anna Maria (Hannah Maria WATSON, Anna Maria WATSON; Miss Annie WATSON; Mrs. John Melville WOLFE; Mrs. John CLUNE)

Actor

Born Sorell, VDL (TAS), 25 June 1831; daughter of Feltham Bold WATSON and Mary WADE
Married (1 ? common law) Joseph Melville WOLFE, TAS, by 1856
Married (2) John CLUNE, Longford, TAS, 17 December 1864
Married (3) Peter KEEGAN, Launceston, TAS, 5 February 1877
Died Zeehan, TAS, 5 January 1819

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Anna+Maria+Watson+Clune+Keegan+1831-1919 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-Anna-Maria (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Watson had recently been in business in Hobart as a tobacconist, trading from a shop and residence in Elizabeth-street, when he first took over from Anne Clarke as lessee of the Royal Victoria Theatre for the winter season of 1841. As was later remembered, his first production, a new play called The south polar expedition, opened on 3 May, celebrating the recent arrival in town of the explorers James Clarke Ross and Francis Crozier.


Documentation:

Baptisms in June 1808, St. Mary Newington; register 1777-1812, page London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/1624/31280_195136-00435?pid=2094072 (PAYWALL)

26 - Feltham Bold [son] of John & Angelina Watson, born May 23 1808

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Hobart Town in the year 1812; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1077870; RGD32/1/1/ no 239

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/1077870 

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Digital/RGD32-1-1/RGD32-1-1-P019 (DIGITISED)

No. 238 / 5th July 1812 / Mary [daughter of] / John and Catherine nee Morgan / Wade / Hobart Town . . .

Marriages solemnized in the Parish of Sorell in the County of Buckinghamshire in the year 1831; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:819485; RGD36/1/2 no 1732

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/819485 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD36-1-2p27j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 42 / 1732 / Feltham Bold Watson, Bachelor of the Parish of Sorell and Mary Wade, Spinster of the Parish of Sorell were married in this Church by Banns this [5 January 1831] . . . [witness] Margaret Wade . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of Sorell and Richmond in the County of Buckinghamshire in the year 1835; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1084302; RGD32/1/2/ no 6645

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1084302 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-2-p353j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 236 / 6645 / 18th February 1835 / [born] 25th June 1831 / Hannah Maria / [daughter of] Feltham Bold & Mary / Watson / Sorell / Settler . . .
No. 237 / 6646 / 18th February 1835 / [born] 22nd September 1833 / Feltham Bold / [son of] . . .

[Advertisement], Tasmanian Weekly Dispatch (30 April 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article233620318 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, CAMPBELL-STREET.
THE Public are respectfully informed, that on
MONDAY EVENING NEXT, MAY 3, will be produced an entirely new Nautical Drama, written expressly for the occasion, entitled
THE SOUTH POLAR EXPEDITION, Or the Discoveries of Captains Ross and Crozier . . . Tickets—to be had of Mr. Hedger; Mr. Tegg; Mr. Davis, Stationery Warehouse; of Mr. Watson, Tobacconist; and at the Box-office of the Theatre, from 10 till 4 daily . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue), the previous lessee had been Anne Clarke (vocalist, actor, manager); James Clarke Ross and Francis Crozier (polar explorers); see [News], The Hobart Town Advertiser (9 April 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264586628 

"THE QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY", Colonial Times (25 May 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8751743

. . . The play of Pizarro, with the after-piece of the Irish Absentee were performed to an extremely well conducted house, which was sufficiently profitable to pay a few pounds over the expenses. Pizarro was a bold attempt for such a company, and with such means; we looked upon it as a forlorn hope, but on the contrary were agreeably surprized. It was by far the best piece we have seen performed at the Hobart Town Theatre, and had there been two or three better subordinate characters to support the principal performers, it would altogether have been a triumph. The music was to our taste by far better than on any former occasion, the pieces selected being spirited and intelligible. The licensed Victuallers' be-speak is we hear very properly deferred until to-morrow week, in order to give Mr. Watson, the present lessee, an opportunity in the mean time of personally waiting on as many of the trade as possible.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (20 July 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8751899 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, CAMPBELL-STREET . . .
MR. G. H. ROGERS'S BENEFIT, THURSDAY, JULY 22 . . .
Comic Duet, "Provincial Engagements," Mr. Watson & Mr. Rogers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Herbert Rogers (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Courier (20 August 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2955775 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. LAST NIGHT OF THE SEASON.
In consequence of the unfavourable State of the Weather,
THE HOUSE BENEFIT Is postponed to MONDAY, 23rd AUGUST, 1841.
MR. WATSON (the Lessee) begs most respectfully to represent to the Public of Hobart Town, that during the Season he has conducted the Royal Victoria Theatre for their amusement he has experienced a considerable loss; he therefore trusts that on the above evening he will meet with that liberal support which he now earnestly solicits from a sympathising and liberal Public.
The Evening's entertainment will commence with the interesting Drama, in two Acts, entitled
THE MENDICANT, to be followed by Song, "The Admiral," Mr. O'FLAHERTY, who will accompany himself on the Guitar.
After which, great Novelty on the Slack Hope, on which occasion Mr. Galt will take a Poney up with him, and perform some singular and novel manouvres.
Comic Song, Mr. ROGERS. Song, "Billy Vite," Mr. WATSON . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Charles O'Flaherty (vocalist, guitarist, actor)

MUSIC: Billy Vite; or, The ghost of a sheep's-head [Come all you blades both high and low . . .] (comic song)

[Advertisement], Launceston Courier (23 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84674383 

THEATRE ROYAL OLYMPIC,
A GRAND CONCERT OF VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC,
WILL TAKE FLACE ON THURSDAY EVENING NEXT, JANUARY 26th.
PROGRAMME: PART I.
Overture - (Figaro) - Mozart.
Song, (Pretty Star of Night) - MRS. CAMERON.
Song, (Woodman spare that Tree) AMATEUR. - Russell.
Song, (When the Dew is on the grass) MRS. HAROLD. - A. Lee.
Glee, (The Last Rose of Summer) LADY AMATEUR, and two Gentlemen.
Song, MR. ROGERS.
Song, (The Scarlet Flower) AMATEUR.
Solo, Violin, MR. MEGSON. - Binger.
Overture, Guy Mannering. - Bishop.
PART II.
Overture - Il Barbiere de Seviglia - Rossini.
Song, (Happy Land,) MRS. HAROLD.
Song, (The Rover's Bride,) AMATEUR.
Glee, (Weel may the Boatie Row,) LADY AMATEUR and two GENTLEMEN.
Solo - Cornet a piston, MR. McDONALD. - Rossini Song, (Kate Kearney,) MRS. CAMERON.
Song, (They have given thee to another,) MR. WATSON. - G. Linley.
Waltz - Pestha. - Lanner.
Song, MR. ROGERS.
Song, (The White Squall,) AMATEUR.
Overture - L'Italiana in Algieri. - Rossini.

ASSOCIATIONS: Cordelia Cameron (vocalist); Mrs. Harrold (actor, vocalist); Alexander McDonald (musician); Joseph Megson (violinist, leader); Olympic Theatre (Launceston venue)

MUSIC: They have given thee to another (George Linley)

[Advertisement], Launceston Advertiser (30 March 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84769251 

THEATRE ROYAL OLYMPIC . . .
MR. WATSON'S BENEFIT, ON MONDAY EVENING NEXT, APRIL 3 . . .
Comic Song, - MR. HAMBLETON.
Song, - "The Gay Young Irish Gentleman," MR. WATSON . . .
Leader of the Orchestra - Mr. Megson.
Scene Painter & Machinist - Mr. E. A. Opie.
Stage Manager - Mr. G. F. Arabin.
Acting Manager - Mr. F. B. WATSON.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hambleton (actor, vocalist); Gustavus Arabin (actor); Edward Andrew Opie (scenic artist, actor)

[Advertisement], Launceston Advertiser (28 March 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84768006 

THEATRE ROYAL OLYMPIC . . .
MR. AND MRS. WATSON . . . will take their Benefit at the Olympic on MONDAY, APRIL 1, 1844 . . .
Song - Old English Gentleman - Mr. Watson . . .
The whole to Conclude with the Laughable Burletta of TOM THUMB.
King Arthur, Mr. Watson. TOM THUMB, Master WATSON . . .
Princess Hancamanka, Mrs. Watson . . .

[Advertisement], Launceston Advertiser (26 July 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84768564 

THEATRE ROYAL OLYMPIC. MONDAY, JULY 29, 1844.
MR. MEGSON'S BENEFIT. (Leader of the Orchestre.) . . .
The whole to conclude with (for the first time
this season) the very laughable burlesque Burletta, entitled
OTHELLO (TRAVESTIE.) . . .
Brabantio, (a hasty old codger and Senator of Venice) Mr. Rogers.
Othello, (Moor of Venice formerly an independent [REDACTED] from the Republic of Hayti) - Mr. F. Howson.
Iago, (Othello's officer, once a native of the Gaultee Mountains, County of Tipperary, Province of Munster, Kingdom of Ireland) - Mr. Young.
Roderigo, (a very silly youth, and very partial to Mrs. Othello) - Mr. Watson . . .
Desdemona, (a very good-natured lady, wife of Othello, not a bit too well treated) - Mrs. Clarke.
Emilia, (in attendance upon the latter) Mrs. Stirling . . .
Songs, &c. incidental to the Burlesque.
Duet - "The moon will soon be breaking" - Mr. Young and Mr. Watson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Howson (actor, vocalist); Theodosia Stirling (actor, vocalist); Charles Young (actor, vocalist)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", The Hobart Town Advertiser (16 May 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264641236 

We beg to remind our readers that the performances this evening, are for the benefit of Miss Watson, the daughter of the establishment. The pieces selected are the comedy of the "HONEY MOON," and the really excellent Pontomime [sic] which has been so successful each night that it has been performed. The entertainments are, we understand, under the patronage of the "Old Colonists," a considerable number of whom have taken the benefit in hand, and will, no doubt, conduct it to a very satisfactory termination, in a pecuniary point of view. Miss Watson is a native of Tasmania, and a young lady possessing considerable histrionic powers. She has gradually made her way in her father's company, from playing minor parts, to many of more importance . . . Indeed, we can scarcely conceive it possible that any member of the Watson family - a family which it is universally admitted, have done so much for the advancement of the drama in Tasmania, could announce a benefit, and not meet with a ready and liberal response from the play-going public who have been so eminently benfitted by the persevering industry, and liberality of its leseee. If our good wishes could recommend the largest audience of the season, to assemble in the Victoria to night, to reward the ability and industry of Mr. Watson's accomplished daughter, the Victoria would unquestionably be full to overflowing to night . . .

1857, births in the district of Longford; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1001946; RGD33/1/35 no 1387

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1001946 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-35$init=RGD33-1-35P045 (DIGITISED)

No. 524 / 1387 / June 14th / [name note recorded] / Male / [son of] Joseph Melville Woolfe / Anna Maria Woolfe formerly Watson / Theatrical / [informant] F. B. Watson

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Melville Wolfe (actor)

1861, deaths in the district of Longford; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1202796; RGD35/1/30 no 618

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/1202796 

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Digital/RGD35-1-30/RGD35-1-30P90 (DIGITISED)

No. 686 / 618 / [1861] May 29th / Mary Watson / Female / 48 years / Publican's wife / Disease of the heart . . .

"DEATHS", The Mercury (31 May 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8798648 

At Longford, May 29th, after a long and painful illness, MARY, the beloved wife of F. B. Watson, aged 48. Victoria and Sydney Papers please copy.

1863, marriages in the district of Longford; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:866945; RGD37/1/22 no 560

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/866945 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-22$init=RGD37-1-22P279 (DIGITISED)

No. 12 / 560 / June 11 at Fletham Bold Watson's office / Feltham Bold Watson / 54 / Inn Keeper . . .
Margaret Wade / 42 / Spinster / . . . [civil ceremony]

1864, marriages in the district of Longford; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:869986; RGD37/1/23 no 566

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/869986 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-23$init=RGD37-1-23P287 (DIGITISED)

No. 172 / 566 / Dec'r 17 1864 Longford / John Clune / 28 / Cabinet Maker / Bachelor
Anna Maria Watson / 32 / - / Spinster . . . [witnesses] F. B. Watson / Margaret Watson . . .

London Hotel, Launceston

London Hotel, Launceston


"THEATRICAL REMINISCENCES . . . (BY TOUCHSTONE)", Launceston Examiner (27 May 1882), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38271327 

. . . After the "Poole" season the [Lyceum] theatre was closed for re-decoration, and re-opened on Monday, July 28 [1856] under the lesseeship of Mr. F. B. Watson, then also lessee of the Victoria. Theatre, Hobart. The principal piece was the drama of the "Dream of Fate" which was followed by the farce "A Day in Paris." Miss Julia Matthews was a leading member of the company, and appeared in many of her favourite characters while she remained so. On August 4th, 1856, Mr. Dominick Murray, a well known comedian, made his bow to a Launceston audience in the comedy of "Dominique the Deserter," in which he was supported by Miss Julia Matthews. On August 6th he appeared in the "Irish Lion," in conjunction with Miss. J. Fiddes. The next star performer at this theatre was Professor Henrie, a celebrated Pantomimist, during whose season such pieces as the opera of "Rosina," the drama "Robert Macceire," the ballet "Sweets of Pomona," and the farce of "Hunting a Turtle," were performed. On Monday, Aunst 25, a benefit was tendered to Miss Annie Watson, when tihe drama of "Uncle Tom's Cabin, or Slave Life," and a ballet entitled "La Statue Blanche," were produced. The stage manager of the company, Mr. J. M. Wolfe, took a benefit on Monday, September lst, the programme being composed of "Mazeppa," with Miss Julia Matthews in the title role . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Poole (actor, manager); Julia Mathews (dancer, vocalist, actor); Josephine Fiddes (actor, vocalist); Joseph Melville Wolfe (actor); Lyceum Theatre (Launceston venue)

1884, deaths in the district of George Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1167246; RGD35/1/53 no 249

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1167246 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD35-1-53$init=RGD35-1-53P90 (DIGITISED)

No. 427 / 9th January 1884 / Feltham Bold Watson / 75 Years / Boarding House Keeper / Cirrhosis . . .

"OBITUARY", Launceston Examiner (10 January 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article90547803 

Our George Town correspondent reports the death yesterday morning of a well-known resident, Mr. Feltham Bold Watson. Mr. Watson was an actor and manager in his earlier days, and first came to Launceston from Hobart. He rented and improved the old Lyceum Theatre, a wooden structure that stood on the ground fronting on Cameron-street, near the Bank of Tasmania, now occupied by Capt. S. Tulloch's new stores, and he introduced several good actors to the Launceston public. He afterwards had a good deal to do with the old Theatre Royal in St. John-street, and was the last landlord of the well-known London Tavern, which stood on the corner allotment opposite the Town Hall. He resided at Longford for a time, and some ten or twelve years ago removed to George Town, where he has since resided.

"THE LATE MR. F. B. WATSON", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (11 January 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149429136 

Our obituary records the death at George Town on Wednesday of Mr. Feltham Bold Watson, who was probably the oldest theatrical manager in the Australian colonies. Mr. Watson was a lessse of the old theatre which was on the second floor of the London Hotel at the corner of St. John and Cameron streets some 40 years ago, long before either the Lyceum or Theatre Royal were built. After James Stark and G. V. Brooke had made the Theatre Royal, now the Odd-Fellows' Hall, very popular, Mr. Watson kept it supplied for some years with talented companies from Melbourne and Sydney. He then retired to Longford and conducted a prosperous hotel there about the year 1858, and for some years after the Northern Agricultural Exhibition was inaugurated there by Sir Henry E. T. Young. Subsequently Mr. Watson removed back to Launceston, occupied the London Hotel, and again became lessee of the Theatre Royal. When the Municipal Council insisted upon that building being taken down as it was alleged to be unsafe, Mr. Watson removed to George Town, where he remained leading a very quiet life until his decease. He was always a quiet, temperate man, of courteous demeanour, unruffled temper, and kindly disposition.

"GEORGE TOWN (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT)", The Tasmanian (12 January 1884), 25

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199528785 

"The solemn tolling of the passing bell" at an early hour this morning, announced that another soul had gone over to the great majority. Mr. F. B. Watson has been confined to his room for the last three weeks, suffering from hepatitis (chronic inflammation of the liver). He passed quietly away this morning in his 75th year. Deceased was born in Kensington, England, May, 1808, and arrived in this colony, in November, 1828, and first settled at Sorell, where he remained for nearly 30 years, since which period he has been engaged in many occupations in various parts of the colony. Of late years he has lived a quiet and retired life at this place, greatly respected by all who knew him.

"CORRESPONDENCE. AN OLD TASMANIAN COLONIST. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Australasian [Melbourne, VIC] (16 February 1884), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138650045 

Sir, - I notice by the Tasmanian papers that another very old colonist has passed away. I allude to Mr. F. B. Watson, who died at George Town on the 9th January, 1884. He was a colonist of over 56 years, and the oldest theatrical manager in Australia; therefore a few incidents connected with his career may not be uninteresting, especially as some of our cleverest delineators of character who have left their name in theatrical history first trod the boards under his management, and to a great extent owed their success to him, who has now gone over to the great majority.

Mr. Watson was born at Kensington, London, and educated at Oxford College; after which he entered the East India Company's service as a middy. After serving his time he joined the merchant service, and arrived in Sydney, mate of the Countess of Harcourt, in 1827. His brother had settled in Tasmania through inducements held out to him by the late Mr. Gellibrand, who was lost many years ago in the bush in this colony (Victoria), while searching for land - an incident of the early difficulties of Victorian settlement. On hearing that his brother had settled in Tasmania Mr. Watson left his ship and joined him at Sorell, and soon after married one of Mr. John Wade's daughters, of Kidbrook. Mr. Wade was the chief of police, and the first sheriff ever appointed in Tasmania. Mr. Watson entered into agricultural pursuits, and after other businesses in Hobart, in 1840 we find him managing the Royal Victoria Theatre there (and owned by Mr. Peter Degraves, father of Mr. W. Degraves, who died some short time ago, and who was known so well in this city).

About this time the Erebus and Terror, commanded by Captain Ross and Captain Crozier, arrived in Hobart after their cruise to the South Pole (Sir John Franklin was Governor at the time), and I think it was through the efforts of Lady Franklin that the cruise of the Erebus and Terror to the South Pole, dramatised by the officers of the ships, was produced by the late Mr. F. B. Watson, assisted in every possible way by the commanders and officers, who lent their sketches of the frozen regions to paint the scenery from. I need not add that it met with the warm support of all classes. Sir John and Lady Franklin, the commanders, and officers occupied the vice-regal seats, and the late Mr. Watson personated Sir John Franklin in the play; his make-up was perfect. Sir John enjoyed the performance immensely, and no one applauded more heartily than he did. I dare say that there are some in this country who remember the performance of the "South Pole Expedition," but the majority - like the ill-fated Sir John, Captain Crozier, officers, and crew, who made up the brave band of adventurers of the almost forgotten Erebus and Terror, that sailed away with their living freights, never to return - have, like them, paid the last debt of nature.

I have in my possession an old play-bill dated July, 1841. It contains the names of C. Jones, Searle (comedian), Boyd, Watson, Thompson, Rogers (the great G. Herbert Rogers, who first appeared under Mr. Watson's management), Harold, Thomas, Mrs. G. Thompson, Miss Thompson, Miss Jane Thompson (now Mrs. Herman-Vezin), Mrs. O'Flaherty, late Miss Winstanley. Subsequently many artistes of note appeared under his management, viz., Nesbitt, Hambleton, Knoles [Knowles], Faulchon [Falchon], Sam Lazar (the old man) [? John Lazar], after Arabin, Mrs. Mackey (after Mrs. Arabin), Mr. and Mrs. Cameron, Stubbs and others. Mr. Watson was with Mr. G. Coppin for a time in the early days of the drama in Victoria, but returned to Tasmania. In 1853 he was lessee and manager of the Victoria, Hobart, and introduced all the stars and artistes of note when visiting the colonies, and made the drama's influence as a moral educator felt among all classes. I may mention that the late Mr. Stuart O'Brien made his first appearance in the profession under the management of Mr. Watson, also Miss Carry George, and others I cannot think of now. Mr. Watson was greatly attached to Tasmania, and of late years led a quiet life at Georgetown, where he died, much respected, after passing through all the vicissitudes of colonial life, aged 76 years.
- I am, &c.
AUSTRALIAN.

"EARLY LAUNCESTON", Launceston Examiner (8 July 1897), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39691685 

. . . Still following along St. John-street, we come to its intersection with Cameron-street, Post-office corner. Here stood the London Tavern, on the sign-board of which was at one time depicted a view of London and St. Paul's, but afterwards altered to the London Coat of Arms. The last landlord was F. B. Watson, who was at one time associated with the stage. On the top storey of the London was a comical little theatre, the Olympic I believe it was called, but it fell into disuse after the erection of the Theatre Royal in St. John-street, where the Bijou now stands . . .

[News], Zeehan and Dundas Herald (3 July 1911), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84579859 

An interesting celebration took place last Wednesday at the residence of Mr. F. W. Clune, "Montrose," Zeehan, on the occasion of his mother, Mrs. A. W. [sic] Clune, attaining her 80th birthday. Mrs Clune's family are among the very early pioneer settlers of Tasmania, as not only was she born in this island, but her mother was also. She is the daughter of Captain F. B. Watson, and grand-daughter of Mr. J. L. Wade, at one time High Sheriff of Van Diemen's Land, and married Lieutenant John Clune, Fourth King's Own. Mrs. Clune spent most of her life in Longford, and has, in fact, never been out of Tasmania; but for the last few years she has lived with her son, on Zeehan. She is still very active and healthy, and was the recipient of many congratulations and presents on her birthday.

"Obituary. MRS A. M. CLUNE", Zeehan and Dundas Herald (6 January 1819), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84279022 

There died yesterday morning Mrs. Anna Maria Clune, a long resident of Zeehan, and much loved by all who knew her. The end event took place at "Montrose," Leventhorpe street, the residence of her son, Mr. F. W. Clune. The deceased had only been ill for about a week, and had almost reached her 88th year. It was practically a case of wear after a lengthy and strenuous life, ending with years of ease and content when residing with her son. Her husband, the late Mr. John Clune, pre-deceased her many years ago. She reared a family of three sons. The oldest, Captain C. W. Clune, was last heard of engaged conveying troops during the Gallipoli campaign, where he received a nasty flesh wound. The second son, the late Mr. J. W. Clune, carried on the business of a painter and decorator at Deloraine for about eleven years. The youngest, Mr. F. W. Clune, is on one of the milling staffs of Messrs. Dunkley Bros. The late Mrs. Clune had not only a big knowledge of Tasmania and many of its leading residents, but a wonderful memory of people and events. She was the eldest daughter of the late Captain F. V. Watson [sic], who in the early days of Tasmania was in charge of a man-o'-war, conveying soldiers, prisoners, etc. At a later period he settled in Launceston when he was known as Mine Hose [sic] of the London Inn. This old-fashioned place of popular call occupied a position on the site of the present Post Office at the corner of Cameron and St. John streets. The grandfather of deceased, the late Mr. John Loftus Wade was at one period High Sheriff of Van Diemen's Land.


Bibliography and resources:

Feltham Bold Watson, WikiTree

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Watson-25022 

London Tavern, Launceston Hotels (posted 6 August 2016 by Xenith)

https://monissa.com/hotels/london-tavern 




WATSON, George (George WATSON)

Pianoforte and organ tuner

Active Sydney, NSW, 1855-57

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Watson+piano+tuner+1857 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-George (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 October 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28633266

PIANOFORTE, Organ, tuning and repairing.
Mr. G. WATSON, from London, with twenty years' practical knowledge of the above, and the last two years and four months in the employ of W. J. Johnson, of Sydney, as tuner or repairer.
He is now at liberty to undertake all orders conferred upon him, by addressing Mr. G. WATSON, post-office, Paddington.
- N.B. Pianos, organs erected, removed, and all kinds of musical musical instruments tuned and repaired.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 October 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13001185

NOTICE. - In reference to the advertisement by GEORGE WATSON, notifying that he is now at liberty to undertake all orders in relation to organ and pianoforte tuning and repairing, I beg to state that the said George Watson is under an agreement to serve me as Pianoforte and Organ Tuner, &c, for the term of three years, which term will not expire until May next, and, consequently, I am still entitled to his services.
He is now absent from my services without my sanction or authority; and all parties employing him will be accountable to me.
W. J. JOHNSON, 57, Pitt-street, Sydney

ASSOCIATIONS: William Jonathan Johnson (musicseller)




WATSON, Robert H. L. (Robert H. L. WATSON; R. H. L. WATSON, R.A.M.)

Musician, singing instructor, organist, composer

Active Oxford, England, 1864-65
Active Poona, India, 1868
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, c. 1869
Active Bendigo, VIC, by 1870; Sydney, NSW, 1872-74
Active Quebec, Canada, 1876-78
Active New York, USA, by 1883

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-R-H-L (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (31 January 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87908951

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (3 May 1870), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87911005

"REPETITION OF MR. WATSON'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (9 June 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87911857

"GRAND SACRED AND SECULAR CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (7 July 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87912474

"ORGANIST OF ST. FRANCIS' CATHEDRAL", Bendigo Advertiser (2 May 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87969323

"MUSICAL", Bendigo Advertiser (3 May 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87969356

"ACCIDENT TO MR. R. H. L. WATSON", Bendigo Advertiser (20 July 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87905236

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 February 1872), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13253169

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 March 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13254943

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (20 April 1872), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13256105

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (3 August 1872), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13261566

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 January 1873), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13318134

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 January 1873), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13321152

"MELBOURNE", Empire (22 November 1873), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63237394

[News], Morning chronicle and commercial and shipping gazette [Quebec, Canada], (19 December 1877)

https://numerique.banq.qc.ca/patrimoine/details/52327/3601711 


Musical works:

Mass in C [Bendigo, 1870]

My silent grief ("that favourite song") (Sydney: L. Moss, [1872])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/7263965 

Put me in my little bed ("Pianoforte transcription of the popular song") (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1872])

Naida: grand galop de concert ("dedicated to . . . Lady Robinson") (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1872])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/7018872 

Let there be light (words: Mrs. E. B. Parnell; "composed especially for Andrew Fairfax") (Sydney: J. Reading, [1873])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/24305644 

My dream (song; "sung by Mr. H. Ackland") (Sydney: J. Reading, [1873])

Don't vex mama (words: Mrs. E. B. Parnell) (Sydney: Jas. Reading and Co., [? 1873]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/23413704 

My favorite flower (New York: J. B. Harms, 1883)

https://www.loc.gov/resource/sm1883.03615.0 




WATSON, William (William WATSON; Rev. W. WATSON)

Clergyman, missionary, Indigenous culture reporter, singing instructor

Born Yorkshire, England, c. 1793; son of John WATSON and Elizabeth
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 1 May 1832 (per Sir William Wallace, from London, via the Cape of Good Hope)
Active Wellington Valley, NSW, by late 1832
Died Apsley, NSW, 14 July 1866, aged "73"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Watson+d1866 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATSON-William (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Wiradjuri people (Wellington Valley area); Wellington Valley Mission (settlement)


Sources:

See also in Chronological checklist (1832-35)

Watson, journal entries (5 and 30 September 1832); Watson, Journal 1: August-October 1832, pages 12, 26-27 (from Carey and Roberts below); and see in Checklist

[5 September 1832] Wednesday 5th Five Black Natives and three of their wives came up this morning when we were at breakfast. One of them had his face daubed all over with pipe clay, which I am informed is the custom when they have a corrobbera [sic] or native dance.

[30 September 1832] Sunday 30th Sept. . . . The married men left us about 7 O'Clock but the young men remained by us. When we knelt down to prayers they appear'd to be at a loss what to think or how to act, however they all sat still cross legged, and their hands clasped. After prayers [27] we sang O'er the gloomy hills of darkness &c (set to the tune "Calcutta") come let us join our cheerful songs &c and There is a land of pure delight &c. The singing of the females seem'd to delight them much. I asked them where Black Fellow would go to when he should die? Sandy answered up there I believe pointing to the skies. I asked him who sits down there? He said Cobohn (great) King. Budjeree (good) fellows go there I believe.

Watson, journal entry (10 October 1832); Watson, Journal 2: October-December 1832, page 5 [22]; and see in Checklist

[10 October 1832] Wednesday 10th All the Blacks who were here yesterday have remained and several others come up. I attended a Corrobbera or Indian dance which they have had tonight 2 miles in the Bush, but I cannot describe it [6] so as to do anything like justice to it. They are all naked except a small band of net work 2 inches round the waist and a small tassel suspended to it before and another behind. As a ground work their bodies are rubbed all over with red ochre, on which is also generally laid a colouring with a kind of yellow stone, and then different designs marked out with softened pipe clay. Their faces are generally well daubed; but there are not 2 marked alike. One of them wears a kind of feathery crown made of white cockatoo's feathers. They have a very large fire by the side of which they perform their maneuvers. The women sit on the ground beating their bags (made of oppossum skins) with both hands, and a number of men at one side beating their Womeras (war instruments of a semicircular shape) to a tune to which they also sing. The men then with 2 womeras and a nella nella (a short bludgeon with a large heavy head) in the left hand and one Womera in the right go through a regular course of running, dancing and (apparently) skirmishing with the greatest order and exactness, though sometimes a stranger would fancy they were about to kill each other.

Watson, journal entry (6 December 1832); Watson, Journal 2: October-December 1832, page 6 [23]; and see in Checklist

[6 December 1832] Thursday Dec 6th. Having made some provision for teaching on the "Infant School System" I commended this morning . . . Our Jimmy Buckley, the Black young man who has been with us since our arrival here, would not go near but stood at a distance for a short time and then went home to bed. Another young man who had been dancing was laid down by the fire. I went to ascertain who it was, but when he saw me approaching he wrapped his head up in his blanket apparently ashamed. I found it was young man Bobby who had been a good deal with us. I thought much about the conduct of Jimmy Buckley in this instance, as the corrobbora is the greatest amusement they have, and even very old men will go a great many miles to one. Moreover, Jimmy's mother and father were both there. I know that persons may say with propriety than an anxious mind is too apt to magnify trifles. But may we not from these circumstances see reason for encouragement. We may be disappointed, but is that a reason that we should let pass unnoticed, at least in our own minds, circumstances of this nature. When we came home Jimmy said corrobborra in house (family prayers) is much better than that. This young man, though naturally of a [23] volatile disposition, is always so solemn and apparently devout when he says his prayers and hymns that Mrs. Watson has often remarked to me how much her mind has been affected while witnessing him. It is so different to what he used to be, formerly he never came in to this duty but he laughed and trifled. All the children say their prayers and hymns to Mrs. Watson morning and evening, nor do they like to say them to anyone else or when any one else is present. My heart has often been melted while from another room I have heard them repeat their prayers and hymns as with one voice . . .

Watson, journal entry (7 May 1833); Watson, Journal 4 (April-July 1833), 9; and see in Checklist

[7 May 1833] Tuesday 7th. Was much amused and pleased this evening. They were all sitting in the room where we have family worship, unconscious of being observed. Each of them took a Hymn Book and then one of them asked Dickey Marshal (Native boy 8 yrs old) were the hymn was? Dickey answered "it is here, it begins with a P". He then began to give out Praise God &c and said "but before we begin I must say the first chapter in Psalms". He then repeated the versus before and the rest joined him in singing it. Their practice on such occasions is to make Dickey their clerk, they generally say to him before they begin "now Dickey say it".

Report, 1835 (concerning October 1833); "REPORT OF THE MISSION TO THE ABORIGINES OF NEW HOLLAND, STATION - WELLINGTON VALLEY", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (25 June 1835), 3; and see in Checklist

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2198827 

. . . In October, 1833, Goongeen, a native youth, accompanied one of the missionaries on a visit to Sydney. In many respects it appears desirable that persons in his situation should have an opportunity of witnessing the comforts and advantages of a civilized life. But it must be confessed, that in a moral and religious point of view the circumstance is replete with danger from that depravity of morals which so generally disgrace our cities and towns. As the youth was anxious to see Sydney, it was deemed more prudent for him to accompany the missionary than others, who would encourage him in the indulgence of his evil propensities, and who would probably introduce him to scenes of vice, to which he had before been a stranger. Of all the strange things he beheld there, nothing seemed to surprise him so much, or to make so deep an impression on his memory, as Saint James' Church full of persons assembled together for divine worship, and the sound of the organ. Many times since his return, he remarked "Sydney, live, live; every body goes to Church at Sydney - great music there. What for not make Church here like Church at Sydney." He seemed much astonished at the fine furniture which he saw in some respectable houses, and asked, "who made all them things." To him this was quite a novel scene, as the seats of the mission house consist principally of benches, boxes, and broken chairs . . .

Watson, journal entry (17 November 1833); Watson, Journal 6: October-December 1833, page 11; and see in Checklist

[17 November 1833] Sunday 17th. Eleven Natives at church today. Sometime ago we had a servant whose hair had been lost through disease. The Natives gave him the name of Gunagal Bob. Gunagal is the Native term for a plain. This evening I was surprised at hearing one of the boys tell the other Natives that it was wicked to say "Gunagal Bob". It appeared that he was led to say so from having learnt that hymn of Dr. Watts respecting the prophet, "Go up thou bald head" &c. In the afternoon some of the children were missing and we could not find them. At length Mrs. Watson discovered them in the church looking at some pictures. They said they wanted to see Jesus. Did they indeed feel a desire to see or become acquainted with the Saviour that would be a most happy circumstance.

Watson and Handt, report (14 December 1833); MS C N/O 92/27, pages 1-8 (2/356-63); MS page no: 2/356; and see in Checklist

The Missionaries Revd. William. Watson and Handt with their wives arrived at Wellington Valley 3 October 1832 accompanied by eight Natives who had joined them on the road. A few Days after their arrival they were visited by more than sixty Natives many of whom were Wild, and had come from 50 to 70 miles distant. They were supplied with food, a small quantity of Tobacco and a few pipes. They were then interrogated as to their knowledge of who had made them, the sun and Trees &c of this they appeared to be entirely ignorant; nor had they least idea of a Supreme Being, of the immortality of the soul, or of a future state of existence. They were then informed that the Missionaries had been sent by the King of England to teach them the great truths of religion and to make them acquainted with Arts and Civilization. They answered to these things Budgery Budgery (good, good). They did not remain many days but have since paid several visits to the Mission. The Missionaries very speedily discovered that the Natives had been prejudiced against them by the Stockmen in the neighbourhood who told them that the men would be yoked and made to work as Bullocks and the children would be sent to Sydney and put in prison. A School [2] was established at the commencement of the year and has been continued. Here from twelve to twenty children have been under instruction at one time some have occasionally left and others have their place. These have been taught to read and, spell, and have been regularly instructed in the principles of the Christian religion. It has not been discovered that these children & youths are in any degree inferior in intellect or ability to learn to those of civilized countries they learn their lessons, hymns, Prayers & as readily as children in general in an English School ...

ASSOCIATIONS: Johann Christian Simon Handt (reporter)

Watson, journal entry (26 April 1834); Watson, Journal 8: April-June 1834, page 2; and see in Checklist

[26 April 1834] Sat 26. Nearly 40 Natives came up today, several of whom are very ill. I could fain have spoken to them on the subject of religion, but their anxieties were only expressed after pipes and tobacco. I told them that they were always ready to ask for a pipe but they felt no desire to pray to God to make them good, and that he might take them to Heaven when they died. Most of them went away. After only the sick remained. When I was in the garden this evening the following conversation took place between Goongeen and one of my Native youths and myself.

G: The Black fellows are going to fight tomorrow, I shall go.

Mr. W: No you must not. Tomorrow is Sunday, it belongs to God. You must go to church and pray to God to take all evil from your heart and to make you good.

G: I will go after prayers I believe.

Mr. W: No, the whole day is sacred and it is your duty to remain at home and learn respecting Jesus Christ who died for you.

G: Tomorrow Sunday! Hy! Hy! Great Sunday in Sydney, great church there. Everybody go to church in Sydney. Great music too, Boom! Boom! baa! (organ). What for not make great church here like at Sydney?

Mr. W: When the Natives are desirous of coming to church and have become acquainted with religion we shall erect a church for them here, and others in other parts. This young man had been with me to Sydney and he often speaks of the church and organ and of Mr. Hill. At the same time he saw several New Zealanders, very many of whom, I told him, sat down and read Bible and many of them were very good. This also frequently forms a topic of conversation between him and his Native brethren.

Watson, journal entry (16 July 1834); Watson, Journal 9: July-October 1834; and see in Checklist

[16 July 1834] Wed 16. One of our young men asked me this morning to allow him to go cut some bark for a gentleman about 8 miles distant. I did not think it my duty to refuse. 4 or 5 more accompanied him. My boys have been putting a fence round a piece of ground for a garden for themselves. One of them was laid on the ground. He was not aware that I was near. I heard him repeat the words "Our Lord, Jesus Christ". I listened and found that he was repeating part of the church service, after which he began to sing a hymn.

Watson, journal entry (7 September 1834); Watson, Journal 9: July-October 1834; and see in Checklist

[7 September 1834] Sund 7. All our Natives, fourteen in number, attended church today. After service many of those who went away on Friday returned. About 32 here tonight. I went to the camp and found them busy cooking their opossums of which they had got a large supply. I expressed my regret that they should go about on Sundays. One of them said "Black fellow not got Sunday". I pointed to the moon, which had just risen, and asked "Who made the moon?". One said "I do not Know" and another said "I do not know". I knew this was false and therefore addressing one of them I said "What Neddy, do you not know?" Immediately pointing to the Heavens he said "God". When we address them on the important subject of religion they appear to be as indifferent as stones, but if we show them a pipe, piece of tobacco or a piece of bread they are all life and agility. So profound is the spiritual sleep in which they are sunk. But we cannot allow them to sleep on without making repeated efforts to rouse them, praying that the Holy Spirit may bless our feeble endeavours. It was pleasing to find that Rachal [sic] had not forgotten the morning hymn, for she sang at church and urged the other girls to sing.

Watson, journal entries (23 and 24 November 1834); Watson, Journal 10: October-December 1834; and see in Checklist

[23 November 1834] Sund 23. Ten Natives at church today. Two of the adult females are learning to read. A message was brought to Poll Buckley today from her husband Jemmy, saying there was going to be a Native dance at a station and she must meet him there. I told her it was very wicked to do so on a Sunday and said she had better not go. However she did not take my advice. One of my girls (?) was reading a lesson which runs thus, a good boy will not lie, swear, steal &c. When she came to the word "lie" she suddenly stopt short and would not proceed. I asked why she had done so. She hesitated answering, but at length acknowledged that she did not like to read it because it condemn'd her conduct.

[24 November 1834] Mond 24th. Poll Buckley returned with several others this morning. She says that they had not a Native dance because she told the men that I said it was wrong. (This may be true) . . .

[21 December 1834] Sunday 21st This morning about 9 O'Clock we heard some person singing and first we thought it was our men. Shortly afterwards we heard a person speaking as if engaged in delivering a fervent exhortation. As we have lately received two servant men from Sydney we thought the warm address must proceed from one of them. However, on looking towards the Blacksmith shop we saw one of our boys apparently listening. Mrs. Watson went over and lo!, there was Goongeen (our Native youth) standing on the hearth delivering some kind of address, apparently with all the energy possible. When he saw Mrs. W. he immediately ceased and ran to conceal himself. It appears that he had borrowed a Bible of one of the servants and then going into the shop, closed the door. The boy who was listening said that he first sang the morning hymn, then little prayers and great prayers. (I suppose he meant the prayers said by them daily and the Church prayers). Then the Benediction, afterwards he [13] began to preach. What were his reason for this procedure I cannot tell. He shut himself up alone so that while it was an imitation of Divine worship I can scarcely say it was a mockery.

Watson, journal entries (20, 22, 28 March 1835); Watson, Journal 11: January-March 1835; and see in Checklist

[20 March 1835] Friday 20th. The Natives have all gone, even Gungin could not be persuaded to remain.

[22 March 1835] Sund 22th. Only Six Natives at Church to day.

[28 March 1835] Sat 28th. This has been a trying week to us. Nelly the mother of our girl Eliza wanted to take her away and we would not allow her. The Mother wept aloud and scolded on the outside of the kitchen, and the girl wept in the kitchen. [11] Being anxious to go I gave the old woman as much Wheat and Beef as she could carry, as also Tobacco and Pipes but all would not do. My feelings almost overcame my Judgment in this affecting scene, and indeed nothing but the licentiousness to which I knew the girl would be exposed prevented me from letting her go. However Old Bobagul having come up she is quite satisfied to leave her, having received a Cake, a Blanket, and a Neck handkerchief she has gone with the old man part of the way, and in the morning they are to prosecute their journey. From the impression on the woman's mind, her anxiety to take away her girl is not to be wondered at. The Natives have received information that Byamy will kill all the girls and women who live with white men, so that there is not a female native to be found at any station for many miles around. Moreover the Natives have a large Meeting at a place called Bahbyjal[?], to hold a feast or have a Corrobbora to Byamy, and all the natives who are not present will be killed. Several months ago we had a report prevalent among the natives, that Byamy had been insulted in some way by some white men, and that he was going to kill all white persons every where. Our Natives here planned among themselves how they would act when the event took place. They would dress us in new Clothes put us in boxes and bury us. Gungin would put the window blinds down, and pack up all the articles to take into the Bush. Mrs. Handt's boys were to do the same with Mr. and Mrs. Handt and their clothes &c. I supposed that report had died away as I have not now for sometime heard any thing of it [12] in the present proceedings. The Song to be chaunted at the Corrobarra is made by Byamy, has been sent by a Lizard from which it was communicated to some Natives. There are certainly circumstances here that involve some interest. And it is probable these Natives will be found a far more interesting race than they have been generally esteemed. In reference to the Aboriginal language this Quarter. I have attended to Translating. In the Prayer Book several of the Prefatory Sentences, the address, Confession the Lord's Prayers &c Venite Exultemus - Te Deum - Jubilate Deo - Apostles Creed &c. In the Grammar I have made several alterations and corrections and enlarged it, having collated nearly 400 verbs having the same termination.

Watson, Journal 12: April-June 1835

[1 April 1835] Apl 10th [sic] Intelligence has reached us that Gentleman Jackey is dead. This is a circumstance that may affect the minds of some of the Natives. They have been collected from a distance of many miles in every direction to celebrate Waganna (a dance) to Baiami a being of considerable note amongst them. The place at which they assembled is Babidyal; literally the land of nettles from Babina nettle. It was said a short time ago that Baiami was about to kill all the Europeans in this country because some of them had seduced his wife. The prophecy passed away without being fulfilled, now it is reported that he will destroy all Natives who either live with Europeans; lend their females or children to them; or, do not celebrate this "Wagganna". Gentleman Jackey had six wives, if that honourable name be allowable here, of whom not more than one was generally with him. The others were living with Europeans, from whom he received the wages of iniquity. Jackey had united with his brethren in the Waganna; but that same night was taken with, according to the representations of the natives, violent pain at the heart and died two days afterwards. He was probably not more than 25 years of age; and was more free from disease than any other I have known of his age. Baiami is said to live in the East, and Tharrariwingal his father, in the west. Both live near the sea. The natives say that when Baiami gave the "Gudthi" (song) which they now chaunt to him, he gave them also wooden gods which after the first celebration of the "Waganna" they burnt. He also commanded them to use small Twigs about 9 inches in length which they were to beat against each other in the "Waganna' and then to burn them. These Twigs are named "Mudthir" from Mudthirra which signifies repeated beating or, thrashing. It is said that the road taken by Baiami and his wife when they left the house of Tharrarwirgal is marked by deep pits in the earth where they slept. In one place is a small mountain of stone of a superior quality; One night when Baiami was on his way, he was bitten by an ant, and from the wound immediately proceeded this mountain. The natives say Baiami is not to be lightly spoke of, nor his song taken in vain. His father Tharrariwingal is said to be the author of "Thanna thanna" (small pock). He has his name from a large tree growing out of his thigh, Tharra thigh, and wirigal a cutter of wood. Burranbin "The uncreated one" is [2] is said to be the greatest of all beings; but the natives say little about him. The circumstance of their having apprehensions of such superior being is more than was at first anticipated. They have a name for angels which they say live on a high mountain, whose food is only honey, and whose employment is like Parson's. They are said to be white. I have now no doubt that there is among these natives a settled belief in the existence of a "First cause." Pride has led many of them to deify one another; and to consider in many instances each other as the author of what indeed can only be wrought an Almighty arm. These simple circumstances are related in order that those who many peruse the journals may look upon our charge as not being so destitute of knowledge of the Divine Being as we in our ignorance and haste represented them to be. Doubtless the attainment of the language will open to our minds a deeper insight into their real views. Kannaimirra signifies to know every thing, not in the sense of wisdom or skill; but in that of all seeing. As this cannot be applicable to any finite creature, it must have its origin in a knowledge (at some period however) of the omniscient Deity. Again Ma with many of it compounds signifies to make; But "Wallungmarra" (or) "Wallungma" signifies to make out of nothing - to create. One day in a year is celebrated by them in giving presents to each other of such things as they possess. This they say has long been a custom with them. Its origin is unknown to us at present. I hope I may be excused for thus digressing from the generally adopted plan of recording in our Journals, only our labours &c among the Natives.

[24 April 1835] Thursd 24. Preached to different parties of natives this morning; many laughed where they ought to have wept: viz. at the recital of some of their improper and unholy proceedings. Some nodded at the close of every sentence as if they understood what was said. One female the wife of a professed native Doctor was very ill this morning: I wished to let her blood; but she was unwilling till I had fetched her husband from the Camp. She is much easier this evening. Spent most of this day at the camp conversing with the natives, that some understood me is evident from their asking some questions respecting thier future state. I was asked by some of them if I should ever return to England, I answered that it was not my intention to return; that I had come to live and die among the natives to teach them the way to heaven. They exclaimed Gunning dyang! An expression of admiration; but which literally signifies motherless. When asking several questions, I was pleased to find that one who had once lived with us; but had now been absent for sometime answered readily, which shews as far as knowledge is considered our labour is not altogether in vain. They have had a "Waganna" or Nature dance to night in which they sang to Baiami. When they were ready they sent messages with fire sticks to summon us and direct our path. They beat small sticks as mentioned above. The song is very short, and all that I could learn from it or of it was something respecting angels; carrying on the back; playing to him; and throwing into the fire. Their Poets enjoy like all others the liberty of using language different from what is used in general conversation. As we were returning home, our ears were assailed with loud Shrieks; on going to ascertain the cause, I found that it proceeded from several females, relatives to Gentleman Jackey, lately dead, whose absence from this festivity reminded them of the painful circumstance. A shooting star expended itself at a short distance from our house this evening. The natives were much alarmed, always viewing such a phenomena as an omen of death.


Documentation:

"Shipping Intelligence", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (3 May 1832), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2206325 

From London, via the Cape of Good Hope, on Tuesday last, the barque Sir William Wallace. Lading, merchandise. Passengers, Rev. Mr. Watson . . .

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 July 1866), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13134018 

On the 14th instant, at his residence, Blake's Fall, near Wellington, the Rev. WILLIAM WATSON, for many years Missionary to the Aborigines, in the 73rd year of his age.

"DEATH OF AN OLD COLONIST", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 July 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13134318 

The Rev. William Walton died on the 14th of July, at his residence, Blake's Fall, near Wellington, agod 73 years. He was a native of Beverley, in Yorkshire, and, accompanied by Mrs. Watson, left England in the year 1832, having been appointed missionary to the aborigines by the Church of England Missionary Society. At the time of Mr. Watson's arrival here there was a large number of aborigines in this district [? Wellington Valley], and the services of a missionary were much needed amongst them. In the course of years their numbers materially decreased owing to deaths and removals; and in 1840 Mr. Watson resigned his office as missionary, being offered a chaplaincy by the late Bishop Broughton, which he accepted, and for seven years supported the remaining aborigines at his own private cost - supplying them with food, relieving their bodily ailments and ministering to their spiritual necessities, and the many happy deaths which have occurred amongst them at various times show that his labours were not in vain. Mr. and Mrs. Watson also imparted secular instruction to the young aborigines, and most of those who were under their care, and have attained to maturity, are able to read and write with ease. Mr. Watson was subsequently appointed to the Incumbency of Wellington, which office he resigned about eight years ago, but, until his health entirely failed, be held Divine service regularly and fulfilled his other sacred duties amongst the inhabitants of Wellington, Black Rock and Three Mile Flat. He felt the greatest pleasure in rendering assistance to his fellow creatures, and, being always ready and willing, even at the cost of much personal inconvenience, to visit the sick, the afflicted and the dying, was loved and respected as a father and a friend. All classes and all creeds united in showing respect for Mr. Watson's memory, by attending upon the mournful occasion of his burial, the whole of the male population, with but few exceptions, and a large number of women and children following in vehicles, on horseback, and on foot. It is a noteworthy fact that Mr. Watson's mortal remains now lie close to the spot where he first commenced his spiritual labours thirty-four years ago - Communicated.

"DEATH OF AN OLD COLONIST", Empire (27 July 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60597200 

[As above, but also . . .] . . .
Mr. Watson' set himself diligently to work to acquire the language of the aborigines, in which he soon became fluent; but in the course of years their numbers materially decreased . . . Bathurst Free Press.

"The Old or Pioneer Cemetery at Wellington", Wellington Times (26 February 1951), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article137760050 

. . . We know that the Rev. William Watson and his wife are buried adjacent to the head stone of Rev. Garvin, but no trace remains. William Watson died 14/7/1866, at Apsley, aged 73 years. He came from Yorkshire and had spent 34 years in the colony, being officially in charge of the Church at Wellington Valley, 1832-1857, and then living in retirement.


Bibliography and resources:

Hilary M. Carey and David A. Roberts (eds), The Wellington Valley project: papers relating to the Church Missionary Society Mission to Wellington Valley, New South Wales 1830-1842 a critical electronic edition (Newcastle: University of Newcastle, 2002)

https://downloads.newcastle.edu.au/library/cultural%20collections/the-wellington-valley-project 

http://pandora.nla.gov.au/tep/10062 (PANDORA)




WATTS, James (James WATTS; Mr. J. WATTS; Mr. WATTS)

Musician, violinist, clarinet player, teacher of music and dancing, dancing master, band leader, venue proprietor, painter and glazier, plumber

Born London, England, 1825; baptised St. Clement Danes, 19 June 1825; son of James WATTS and Sarah CARRAD (GARROD) (m. St. Martin in the Fields, 8 September 1823)
Married Emma Elizabeth PRINCE (1827-1896), St. Luke's, Chelsea, 17 August 1846
Active central VIC, by May 1854
Active Adelaide, SA, 1854-56
Active Melbourne, VIC, 1857-58
Died Beechworth, VIC, 19 January 1869, aged "43"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Watts+1825-1869 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WATTS-James (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of ST. CLEMENT DANES, in the County of Middlesex, in the year [1825]; register 1819-28, page 283; City of Westminster Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61866/images/61865_314054001181_17876-00293 (PAYWALL)

No. 2201 / [June] 19th / James / [son of] James & Sarah / Watts / 11 Denzell Street / Cordwainer . . .

1846, marriage solemnized at the Parish Church in the Parish of St. Luke Chelsea in the County of Middlesex; register 1837-50, page 78; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2212430:1623 (PAYWALL)

No. 158 / Aug't 17 / James Watts / of full age / Bachelor / Plumber / 82 New Road / [father] James Watts / Cordwainer
Emma Elizabeth Prince / a minor with consent . . . / Spinster / - / 18 Draycott Terrace / [father] Frederick Prince / Stonemason . . .

VIC (by May 1854):

[Advertisement], Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (20 May 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202633456 

ADVANCE TARRANGOWER. Opening of Maldon Hall.
TALLERMAN, BROTHERS, beg leave to inform their Friends and the Public that they will open the above Building, on
Thursday, 1st June, 1854, On which occasion they will give a Grand Ball and Supper . . .
Leader of the Band, Mr. James Watt [sic] . . .

Adelaide, SA (by October 1854 to late 1856):

[Advertisement], South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (4 October 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49199552 

SELECT QUADRILLE PARTIES.
MR. J. WATTS, VIOLINIST, and TEACHER of DANCING, late of the Argyle and of Caldwell's Rooms London,
begs most respectfully to inform the inhabitants of Adelaide and public generally, that he had succeeded in obtaining the use of Mr. Peake's commodious and well-ventilated Room at the back of the of the Freemasons' Tavern, which is now replete with decorations for a Dancing Academy and series of Select Quadrille Parties.
J. W. flatters himself, through his great experience and strict attention to Ball-room Etiquette, to obtain a liberal amount of their patronage and support.
A Select Quadrille Party every Thursday Evening from 8 till half-past 11.
TERMS:
Gentlemen (per Month) - £ 0 14 0
Ladies, ditto - 0 10 0
A Juvenile Class, every Thursday Afternoon from 3 to 5 o'clock (per Quarter) - 1 1 0
Grand Ball once a Month.
Schools and Private Families attended.
Quadrille Bands provided.
N.B. - All Subscriptions to be paid in advance.
A similar Class at the Dover Castle, North Adelaide, Wednesdays.
Tickets may be had of Mr. Peake, Freemasons' Tavern; or of Mr. Watts, Rundle-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Argyll Rooms (Great Windmill Street); Caldwell's Rooms (Dean Street, Soho)

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (11 October 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207018507 

THIS EVENING. GRAND EVENING CONCERT.
MISS PETTMAN and MR. W. CHAPMAN beg to inform their friends and the public generally,
that they will give a GRAND CONCERT of Vocal and Instrumental Music on the evening of
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11th, 1854, at the PANTHEON, King William-street, for which occasion
MR. P. LEE has kindly offered his services, as also the following well-known talent: -
VOCALISTS:
Miss Chalker, Miss Pettman, and Mr. Marshall (being his first appearance.)
INSTRUMENTALISTS:
1st Violins - Mr. P. Lee and Mr. Chapman
2nd Ditto - Mr. Wm. Cobbin, jun., Mr. Watts and Mr. Mark Thayer, who has also kindly offered his services.
Viola - Mr. W. Cobbin, sen.
Violincellos - Mr. J. R. Smith and Mr. Swiff [Swift]
Contra Bass - Mr. Betteridge.
Cotnet-a-Piston - Mr. McCullagh.
Flutes - Mr. R. Clisby and Mr. Phillips.
Oboe - Mr. Sumsion.
Pianists - Mrs. Young and Mr. Linger.
PROGRAMME . . . PART 2 . . .
3. Quartette, Slow Movement, Messrs. Chapman, Watts, W. Cobbin, Sen., and J. R. Smith - Haydn . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Ann Pettman (vocalist); William Chapman (violinist, cornet player); Marie Chalker (vocalist); Philip Lee (violinist); Mark Thayer (violin); William Cobbin sen. and jun. (viola, violin); John R. Smith (cello); Thomas Swift (cello); Henry Betteridge (bass); Robert McCullagh (cornet); Redford Clisby (flute); Rebecca Cash Young (pianist); Carl Linger (pianist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (26 October 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49204275 

FREEMASONS' TAVERN, PIRIE-STREET.
MR. J. WATTS, VIOLINIST and TEACHER of DANCING (late of the Argyle and Caldwell's Rooms, London), begs most respectfully to inform the inhabitants of Adelaide and the public geneally, that his
First GRAND FULL-DRESS BALL will take place at the above Tavern, on THURSDAY Evening, November 2nd . . .
An efficient Quadrille Band will be in attendance, and will perform some of the most popular compositions of the modern authors . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (17 January 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49304954 

TO be SOLD, a decided bargain - a Grand PIANOFORTE, by Kirkman, Maker to Her Majesty. Metallic Plate and Bars. Price 30 Guineas. J. WATTS, Rundle-street East.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (1 March 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49308399 

THE ADELAIDE INSTITUTION FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG LADIES.
Lady Superintendent - MRS. J. M. BELL . . .
HALF-QUARTER. PSALMODY AND DANCING.
Mr. Watt's commenced his class for Dancing yesterday; Mr. Daniel will begin his for Psalmody, &c., on Saturday.
Tavistock-buildings. 1st March, 1855

ASSOCIATIONS: Josiah Wyke Daniel (singing master)

"ANCIENT ORDER OF FORESTERS", South Australian Register (29 June 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49310683 

The members of the Ancient Order of Foresters, Court Huntsman's Pride, celebrated their third anniversary by dining together on Wednesday evening, at the Dover Castle, North Adelaide. About 60 of the members of the Order and their friends sat down to an excellent repast . . . Mr. Watts during the evening played a solo on the violin, which was received with great applause. The company separated shortly before 12 o'clock.

"THE PANTHEON", South Australian Register (30 June 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49310172 

This commodious building has been taken by Mr. J. Watts, teacher of music and dancing, with a view to the formation of quadrille parties and private subscription balls.

"FANCY DRESS BALL", Adelaide Times (16 January 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207088485 

A fancy and plain dress ball was held last evening at the Pantheon, under the superintendance of Mr. Watts. The attendance was numerous and highly respectable. The band, under Mr. Watts's leadership, gave great satisfaction to all parties. Considerable amusement was caused during the evening by the varied and richly grotesque dresses provided by [? for] the company by the enterprising manager. The dancing having been kept up until a late, or rather, an early hour, the company, apparently much gratified, separated.

"NOVEL ENTERTAINMENT", South Australian Register (25 February 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49751727 

An amusement specially designed for juveniles, but not without merit as a pastime for "children of larger growth," has been produced at the Pantheon, King William-street, during the past week, without attracting the notice and support it deserved. A dramatic composition enacted by Marionette figures, or, in plain English, puppets, most adroitly managed, formed part of the entertainment. A concert, vocal and instrumental, completed it . . . The musical portion of the entertainment consisted of a variety of choice dancing, music, and popular airs by Mr. Watts's band; while Miss Gould, a young lady of great promise, sang with taste and feeling, if not with great scientific pretensions, several much-admired songs, among which may be mentioned "Annie Laurie," "John Anderson my Joe," and "Little Nell." There may be one reason why the entertainment has not been very well attended - the charge for admission is low . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anna Gould (actor, vocalist)

"PORT THEATRE", Adelaide Times (2 May 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207091666 

This place of amusement was on Wednesday evening graced by a respectable audience, who had assembled to enjoy a musical treat advertised by Mr. Watts, and which proved rather an agreeable change from the usual monotony of the Port evenings. It would be needless to recapitulate the programme, which was tolerably well selected, although Mr. Bastard exhibited very bad taste in one or two songs on being encored, and it is to be hoped he will employ a little more discretion in future. Mrs. Wallace and Miss Gould sung well, and were deservedly encored on several occasions. Mr. Lattimore would certainly appear much better in a comic song than in "The Standard of England," as his gestures were very closely bordering on the ridiculous. The duetto by Messrs. Chapman and McCullagh on the cornets-a piston was very good, and, from the applause it received, was duly appreciated. Mr. Watts deserves credit and patronage for his endeavours to cater for the Port, and there is no doubt but what one or two such entertainments every month would meet with support. An improvement has been made by Mr. Cave, the lessee, on the previous arrangements, by having a refreshment room allotted to ladies on a level with the boxes, which he is determined to keep as select as possible.

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Wallace (vocalist)

"PORT THEATRE", Adelaide Times (13 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207091970 

Mr. Watts has made arrangements to give another concert at the above place of entertainment to-morrow evening, and from the want of some amusement at the Port, there is no doubt that if a good programme is offered, he will meet that patronage which he deserves from the Portonians for his endeavours to cater for their amusement.

Melbourne, VIC (by early 1857 to mid 1859):

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (2 February 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7143987 

COLLINGWOOD ASSEMBLY HALL. MR. J. WATTS'S QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY, every Tuesday evening. Conductor, Mr. Watts.

[Advertisement], The Argus (10 February 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7144397 

COLLINGWOOD ASSEMBLY HALL, Gertrude-street.
J. WATTS'S Quadrille Assembly, this Evening. Terms may be had on application at The Hall.
Mr. Watts begs to state that he has enjoyed the patronage of the elite of Adelaide for the past three years; and trusts, by strict attention to Ballroom etiquette, to obtain a similar position in Melbourne.

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 June 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7134095

MR. J. WATTS requests to announce, that, in consequence of the decision of the Committee his ASSEMBLY will not take place at the Protestant Hall, as per advertisement.
Mr. J. Watts will try to obtain the best accommodation that the limited time affords, for Thursday evening.
Due notice will be given. 112 Collins-street, 24th June.

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 September 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7138581

QUADRILLE PARTIES and SCHOOLS ATTENDED.
J. Watts, Violinist and Teacher of Dancing, 112 Collins-street east.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 January 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7144843 

MR. J. WATTS'S QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY, every Monday and Thursday Evening.
Pantheon Assembly Rooms . . . 80 FitzRoy-street, Collingwood.

[Advertisement], The Argus (25 January 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7145580 

MR. WATTS'S TUITION CLASS, at the Pantheon Assembly-rooms . . .
The violin and clarionet taught.

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 May 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7294986 

MR. J. WATTS'S QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY.
THIS EVENING, at the Pantheon Assembly Rooms, Fitzroy-street, Collingwood.
This being Her Majesty's Birthday, the assembly will be prolonged one hour beyond the usual time by particular desire.
The band will perform the following new dance music by Marriott: -
Il Trovatore Waltzes, Water Lily Quadrille, Poor Dog Tray and Tom Tit Polkas.
Terms of admission as usual. Leader and Conductor, Mr. J. Watts.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Handel Rand Marriott (1831-1889, English composer and dance band leader)

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 August 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7298589

MR. J. WATTS'S QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY, THIS EVENING, at his Academy, 80 Fitzroy street, Collingwood.
J. W. has much pleasure in informing the public he has engaged the celebrated clarionet performer, Mons. FAURE, late of Jullien's Concerts at the Crystal Palace, Sydenham, who, on this occasion, will perform Bear's Great Solo,
accompanled by Mr. Piper, the eminent pianist.
Terms of admission as usual. Ladles are requested to produce the admission tickets. Leader and conductor, Mr. J. Watts.

ASSOCIATIONS: Gustave Charles Faure (clarinet); Edward John Piper (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (20 October 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7303092 

MR. J. WATTS, Violinist and Professor of Dancing, having received from Mr. Chapman the appointment as violinist at His Excellency Sir Henry Barkly's Ball this evening, his PUPILS for DANCING will please assemble at 7 p.m. to-morrow (Thursday).
Pantheon Hall, Fitzroy-street, Collingwood.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Chapman (musician, band leader); Henry Barkly (governor)

[Advertisement], The Argus (13 January 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7307913 

MR. J. WATTS'S QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY. THIS EVENING, at the Pantheon Hall. A first-rate band.

Beechworth, VIC (by August 1859 to January 1869):

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (18 August 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112904433 

STAR THEATRE, Beechworth.
Unparalleled Attraction! For a few Nights Only.
Friday & Saturday AUGUST 19th, 20th.
An engagement has been effected with the following artistes : -
MRs. ANDREWS, the celebrated soprano, from the Melbourne Concerts, who will appear in a choice selection of modern compositions.
Mr. S. E. JOHNSON [sic], Comedian, and Buffo vocalist, from the principal New York, Philadelphia, and San Francisco Theatres, whose peculiar province it will be to rend asunder the chain of care, and make his laughing listeners light-hearted.
MASTER CHARLEY JOHNSON, five years old. This fast specimen of young America will appear in a variety of songs and acts which he renders in a piquant style, peculiarly his own.
MR. S. WATTS, Violinist, late of the Papltern [?] Collingwood.
PROFESSOR RUXTON, Pianist, whose professional merits are so well and favorably known as to render eulogy useless.
Notice the prices of Admission - Reserved Front Seats, 3s.; Gallery; 2s.; Pit, 1s.
For full particulars, programme, &c., see bills of the day.

ASSOCIATIONS: Theresa Andrew (vocalist); J. E. Johnson and son (vocalists); Henri Ruxton (pianist); Star Theatre (Beechworth venue)

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (29 August 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112904588 

STAR THEATRE, NEW BALLARAT,
Second Week and glorious success of the Star Concert Company . . .
MRS. ANDREW in new and beautiful Ballads, and Comic Duets.
Mr. J. E. JOHNSON in fresh Local Lyrics, and Comic Ditties.
Master CHARLEY JOHNSON in another batch of Songs, Dances, and Ethiopian eccentricities.
Messrs. WATTS, RUXTON, and BARLOW will perform a variety of Orchestral Music, in their peculiar style of unapproachable excellence . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Barlow (musician); Star Theatre ("New Ballarat" = Chiltern venue)

"STAR THEATRE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (1 March 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112914032 

Last evening Mr. Wilson, the renowned delineator of Irish character, made his first appearance, and notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, had a numerous audience, and beyond that, satisfied all present that he was the right man in the right place. This gentleman is a really clever vocalist, and far surpassed the favourable idea that we had entertained of him. Miss Bartley again amused us with her delightful strains, and Miss Anna Celia in her terpsichorean and vocal efforts received much applause. Mr. Dixon is now an established favorite, and was well received. Great credit is due also to Mr. King, who presided over the piano, and Mr. Watts the violinist. The Star Concert Troupe achieved a great triumph last night under difficulties. This evening they again perform, and should the weather be more propitious we anticipate a large assemblage to listen to their songs and dissertations . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Wilson (vocalist); Miss Bartley (vocalist); Anna Celia (vocalist, dancer); Frederick Dixon (vocalist)

[News], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (11 April 1860), 2

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EASTER MONDAY this year in Beechworth was about the dullest we ever recollect, but withal in the evening some excitement was visible at two hostelries in the township. At the Star Theatre a ball was given under the auspices of Messrs. King and Watts, which went off fairly; and mine host Williams, of the Coachmakers' Arms, assembled his friends and their acquaintances of the softer sex, and no lack of jollity was apparent amongst those who responded to the invitation to trip the light fantastic toe. Beyond these two sources of amusement all was a blank.

"MR. WATTS'S BALL", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (10 October 1861), 2

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We are requested to remind the lovers of dancing, that Mr. Watts's Quadrille Assembly will take place this evening at the Assembly Hall, Ford street.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (19 November 1861), 3

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LAST NIGHT'S CALAMITY. A BENEFIT.
In consequence of the severe loss incurred by the total destruction of his house and effects from last night's conflagration, will be given at the
STAR THEATRE TO-NIGHT, TUESDAY, NOV. 19th, to Mr. PETER BURKE, on which occasion the following artistes have kindly tendered their valuable services:-
MADAME CARANDINI, MISS CHALKER, MR. WALTER SHERWIN, and MR. J. E. JOHNSON,
MESSRS. HENNIGS & WEINBERG, MESSRS. MARTIN'S BAND, MR. WATTS, and THE BENEFICIARE.
Admission - Reserved seats, 4s.; unreserved do. 2s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Peter Constantine Burke (musician, cornet player); Maria Carandini (vocalist); Marie Chalker (vocalist); Walter Sherwin (vocalist); Henry Hennigs (musician); Henry Weinberg (musician); Herr Martin (musician)

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (25 January 1862), 3

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DANCING, THIS EVENING, SATURDAY, BEECHWORTH ASSEMBLY HALL, FORD STREET.
Musical Director and Master of Ceremonies, Mr. J. WATTS.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (30 April 1864), 3

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DANCING. THE Subscribers to Mr. Watts's Quadrille Assembly will please meet at the British Hotel, Three Mile, on Tuesday next, May 3rd, at 7 o'clock, J. WATTS.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (20 April 1865), 1

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THE Cheapest and Best House on the Ovens for Paperhahgings, Glass, Oils, Colours, White Lead, and every article in trade, is at J. WATTS', opposite Temple Bar, Ford street, Beechworth.
Colours mixed ready for use.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (3 August 1865), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112912868 

YACKANDANDAH. A GRAND CONCERT, In aid of the OVENS DISTRICT HOSPITAL
Will be given at the ASSEMBLY ROOMS, YACKANDANDAH,
ON MONDAY EVENING, AUGUST 7th,
BY THE BEECHWORTH AMATEUR ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS,
Assisted by Messrs. SCHMIDT, VAN DEN BERG, and WATTS,
On which occasion some of the newest songs duets, &c., will be given, for particulars of which see programmes.
Admission, 3s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Herr Schmidt (musician); Jacob Van Den Berg (musician); they gave concerts for the same charity in Beechworth and Stanley, in which Adolph Schluter (vocalist, pianist) also participated

"QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (3 April 1866), 2

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The re-opening of St George's Hall, in its nearly finished state, has again started the idea of a Quadrille Assembly in Beechworth, and Mr. Watts, the former conductor of that pleasant and innocent affair, has not been slow to take advantage of it. The series of dance meetings will commence on next Tuesday (this day week) evening, and Mr. Watts' judgment and respectability, ensure its being conducted in a scrupulously proper manner.

"QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (9 October 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198656723 

We notice that Mr. Watts intends closing his quadrille assembly, held on Tuesday evenings in St. George's Hall, after this evening, which will be the last of the season.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (30 January 1868), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197441024 

STAR THEATRE, BEECHWORTH. THURSDAY, JANUARY 30TH.
GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT Will be given, on the above date, in aid of the funds for the erection of a
Monument to the Memory of the late Herr Schmidt.
The BAND will comprise the following gentlemen, who have kindly volunteered their services:
1st Violins - Herr WEINBERG and VAN DEN BERG
2nd Do - Herr BAUSCHMAN and Mr. WATTS
Tenor - Mr. E. S. RUSSOM
Violincellos - Mr. MORRIS and Herr OTTO
Contre Basses - Herr ESTHER and GERCKE
Cornets - Herr SCHMIDT and BURKE
Clarinet - Herr VORHEN [sic]
Flute - Herr BUSSE [sic]
Flageolet - Mr. HENRI RUXTON
Cornos - Messrs. PALMER and GEORGE
Trombone - Herr HARTMAN
Drums - Herr RUDOLPH
Conductor, Herr SCHLUTER.
Assisted by LADIES and GENTLEMEN AMATEURS and the GERMAN VOCAL UNION . . .
P. C. BURKE, Hon. Sec. . . .
Tickets for the above entertainment will be available for a Dance at the close of the Concert.
The entire strength of the Band has kindly consented to perform at the same . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Stephenson Russom (viola); Carl Esther (bass); Herman Vorherr (clarinet); Frederick Busse (flute)

"MASONIC FUNERAL", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (21 January 1869), 2

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Masonic Funerals are not very common anywhere, as far as we know, and are certainly very rare at Beechworth. That which accompanied the remains of Mr. James Watts to the Beechworth burial ground yesterday attracted a good deal of attention, partly, no doubt, because it was a Masonic funeral accompanied by music, and also because the deceased had been a very old resident in this district, a musician who had taken part in almost all the public entertainments here, often in the case of public or private charities gratuitously, and because he had really made many friends by his strict uprightness and his quiet unobtrusive manners. The deceased had, it appears, expressed a desire to be buried by his Masonic Brethren, and as is their custom in such cases the wish was complied with. The body of the deceased was conveyed by the Beechworth Masons to the Masonic Hall on the Tuesday night, Mr. Watts, having died the same morning, and there was a very large assemblage of persons present at the appointed time of leaving, namely, half-past-four. Shortly after this the coffin, borne by the brethren, was placed in the hearse, and the procession formed as follows: -
THE PROCESSION:
The Rev. Mr. Howard.
Tyler, with drawn sword, Bro. A. Finnegan.
Band of Music (fourteen performers).
Visiting Brethren, in double file.
Brethren Members of the Lodge of St. John, E.C. . . .
The Hearse:
The Chief Mourners.
Private Friends.
At the gate of the cemetery the Masons opened out into two lines, and certain brethren being told off for that office by Bro. Ambrose, who acted as marshal, bore the coffin between them. The lines then closed in, and every one present, Masons and others, reverently uncovering, the procession entered the cemetery, proceeded by the Rev. Mr. Howard. A very painful unpleasantness, however, took place on the lowering of the coffin, the grave being found to be too small, and the coffin after being lowered a little way had to be raised again, in order that the grave might be enlarged. After the reading of the burial service by the Rev. Mr. Howard, Bro. Bowman, W.M., read their own peculiar and beautiful service as recognised by the Grand Lodge of England. After all was over the Masons again formed and marched back to the town, and certainly the whole ceremony was most impressive.

Probate and administration, James Watts, painter, died 19 January 1869; Public Record Office Victoria

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"CHANGES IN BEECHWORTH", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (22 May 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197568799 

. . . We also perceive that Mrs. Watts, widow of the late Mr. Watts, known chiefly in public as a musician, has set up a paper-hanging shop next Mrs. Ansell's, Camp Street. She is supported by herself and her son, a mere youth . . .

"MARRIAGE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (10 January 1880), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article200193305 

ANDREW - WATTS. - On 31st December, 1879, at St. Matthew's Church, Prahran, by the Rev. H. A. Langley, incumbent, Edwin Andrew, rate collector for the United Shire of Beechworth, to Emma Elizabeth, relict of the late James Watts, of Beechworth.


Bibliography and resources:

James Watts, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/228040482/james-watts

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma Elizabeth Prince (Mrs. John Murray) died at Beechworth, VIC, on 8 December 1896; the remnant of James's estate went to their son William




WAUGH, James (James WAUGH)

Amateur musician, bandsman, trombone player

Born ? Belfast, Ireland, c. 1829; son of Robert WAUGH (d. 1856) and Isabella HENDERSON (d. 1872)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 2 March 1839 (per Garrow, from Belfast, 9 November 1838)
Arrived Melbourne, Port Phillip District, NSW (VIC), 27 April 1839 (per John Barry, from Sydney, aged "10 1/2")
Married Mary ROBINSON, VIC, 1856
Died Carlton, VIC, 26 December 1880, aged "51/52"

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WAUGH, John (John WAUGH)

Amateur musician, bandsman, clarionet player, memoirist

Born Belfast, Ireland, 27 October 1832; son of Robert WAUGH (d. 1856) and Isabella HENDERSON (d. 1872)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 2 March 1839 (per Garrow, from Belfast, 9 November 1838)
Arrived Melbourne, Port Phillip District, NSW (VIC), 27 April 1839 (per John Barry, from Sydney, aged "6 1/2")
Married Jessie ANDERSON, Castlemaine, VIC, 14 June 1864
Died St. Kilda, VIC, 18 July 1916, aged "84"

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John Waugh (1832-1916)

John Waugh


Summary:

An amateur musician as a boy, and later in life an amateur historian, John Waugh was a principal source of information about community music in Melbourne during the 1840s. In the 1880s, Garryowen (Finn) based his published account on information supplied by Waugh, which Waugh's own later manuscript (1909) amends and corrects. In the late 1840, Waugh himself, and his brother James, both played in John Tickell's band.


Documentation:

Nominal list of immigrants per John Barry, April 1839; Public Record Office Victoria

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1635/images/30796_125514__123-0-01077 (PAYWALL)

Waugh Robert / 33 / Labourer // Isabella / 32
James / 10 1/2 // John / 6 1/2 // Robert / 4 // Henry / 6 months / [By the] Garrow

"Deaths", The Argus (28 December 1880), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5974622 

WAUGH. - On the 20th inst., at 80 Rathdowne-street, Carlton, Mr. James Waugh, aged 52 years, a colonist of 41 years' standing.

"PIONEERS' ASSOCIATION", The Argus (7 December 1910), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10482927

The monthly meeting of the Early Pioneers' Association was held at the Thistle Cafe last evening, Mr. Thomas Lang presided. The Rev. Duncan Fraser told some interesting stories of 50 years ago. Mr. John Waugh, of St. Kilda, gave startling reminiscences of what he witnessed 70 years ago in Melbourne . . .

"ABOUT PEOPLE", The Age (20 July 1916), 5

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One of Victoria's oldest citizens, Mr. John Waugh, died at his residence, Westbury-street, St. Kilda, on Tuesday. Mr. Waugh was in his 84th year, having been born in Belfast, Ireland, on 27th October, 1832. He was only seven years of age when he arrived at Melbourne in May, 1839, on the barque Garrow, in command of Captain Henderson. About twelve years later the gold rush occurred, and Mr. Waugh, who was in business as a produce merchant, participated in the excitement and prosperity of the period. He was full of reminiscences of the early days, and was regarded as an authority on the history of the Presbyterian Church in Victoria, of which he was a pioneer. Mr. Waugh has left a widow and family of two daughters and four sons, one of whom is at the front.

"PERSONAL", The Argus (20 July 1916), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1607789 

Mr. John Waugh, who died at his residence, Westbury street, St. Kilda, on Tuesday, was one of Victoria's oldest colonists. He was born at Belfast, Ireland, in 1832, and arrived in Melbourne in May, 1839, on the barque Garrow. He was then seven years old, and lived in the State 77 years. Mr. Waugh was for many years engaged in business as a produce merchant in Melbourne, and experienced all the excitement of the gold rush in the early fifties. He was an ardent member of the Presbyterian Church, and was an historical authority as to its records and the early days of Victoria, politically and otherwise. Mr. Waugh, whose remains were yesterday privately interred in the Melbourne General Cemetery, left a widow and family of two daughters and four sons, one of whom is fighting in France.


Sources:

"OLD TOWN BANDS", The Herald (23 June 1883), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article241140145 

The first Town Band in Melbourne was formed in 1839, and consisted of about a dozen players, the names and instruments of some of them being Milstead, bass trombone; Oliver, tenor trombone; Browne, bassoon; Griffiths and Tickel, key bugles (cornets being then unknown); Picknell and Smith, clarionets; Drane, picolo; Holley [sic] and Wilkinson, flutes; Anderson (a man of color, y'clept "Black Jack"), big drum; Hamilton, sidedrum; and Samuel, triangle. One or two of the men are still alive. George Tickel, a plasterer by trade, was the leader, and he arranged all the music required by the band with the sole aid of his key-bugle, on which he was a splendid performer, and indeed could play any instrument in the band. Some old colonists will remember his achievements at many of the early land sales, and as liquors of all descriptions were provided by the auctioneers, poor Tickel acquired a habit of drinking which shortened his days. The band made its first public appearance on the streets of Melbourne late on Christmas Eve, when it paraded the town accompanied by as large a turn out of the roving populace as could be mustered. Starting from the Golden Fleece, an hotel of dubious belongings in Bourke street near Kirk's Bazaar, they proceeded westward to William street turning down Lonsdale street, at that time the chosen locus for private residences, and where there were half-a-dozen comfortable cottage villas erected. One of these was occupied by Mr. H. N. Carrington, a then well-known attorney, who, as the bandsmen passed, gave them an acceptable greeting by rolling out a cask of wine into the street, and the welcome Christmas-box was quickly tapped and disposed of. Resuming their promenade, on they went into Spencer street, adjoining which, on what was known as "the Government block," was a stockade of convicts, then employed on street-making and other public works. Those fellows, not knowing what was up, sallied forth in a rather undress condition, and, dashing by the half drunk, sleepy sentry or two supposed to be on guard, struck in with the moving assemblage, and added a new feature to the procession. The line of march was continued southward to Little Flinders street, then a locality of importance, when halt was called at the Ship Inn kept by a jolly-faced, free-handed boniface named Lee, and here after a promiscuous liquoring up, and making other festive calls of a like kind, a noisy dispersion wound up the serenading. The music usually discoursed by this band consisted principally of marches from Puritani and Somnambula, "Duke of York's March," "Copenhagen Waltz," and they almost invariably wound up with the fine old English glee, Dame Durdon. Tickty's band as it was termed obtained many engagements at balls, dinners, races, regattas, and municipal elections etc. Some of the band had employment at the Pavilion and Queen's Theatre, and after a few year's life it gave up the ghost. A second and more select band was organised in 1841, of which the Messrs. Middlemiss, Mr. Stainsby and Mr. Roberts of a well-known firm Roberts and Fergusson were members, but though less eventful than Tickle's, it came to an end by the removal of members to the country and other causes. There were besides two Temperance bands established some account of which will be given in a future chapter.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Middlemiss (musician); Robert Stainsby (musician); George Roberts (musician)

"Garryowen" [Edmund Finn], The chronicles of early Melbourne, 1835 to 1852, historical, anecdotal and personal (Melbourne: Ferguson and Mitchell, 1888), 486-89 (in digitised volume 1), 539, 575, 981-82 (in digitised volume 2)

http://hdl.handle.net/1959.9/494718 (DIGITISED)

[486] CONCERTS. The first recorded notice of a Vocal and Instrumental Entertainment given in Melbourne was on the 23rd December, 1839, when a Mrs. Clarke, announced as " One of the lights of the Sydney stage," treated [487] the inhabitants to a ten-shilling "grand soiree" in the large room of the Lamb Lnn (West Collins Street). Considering the population and tastes of the time, there yvas a tolerable attendance, but the value given was of the most meagre kind. The valetudinarian piano, disordered in some of its strings, was amply compensated, at least in sound, by a Mr. Tickel, who plied a key bugle with much animation. On the evening ofthe 18th May, 1840, the same Tickel organized a concert entertainment at the same place, of which the following brief and unmincing notice was printed in a newspaper the following day: - "The room was crowded to witness one of the most disgusting exhibitions of tomfoolery seen for some time." Another concert is announced to have taken place soon after this, at the auction room of Mr. William Barrett, north-west corner of Queen and Little Collins Streets. It is reported to have been got up by Messrs. Mills, Eburn, and an amateur. Mills' performance is described as very fair "though marred by Cockneyisms." The amateur "showed singing of much promise but he broke down in two Scotch songs;" the accompaniment was bad, but Eburn "damned the whole thing by his vanity or vulgarity." As a finale, "the attendance was not very numerous nor respectable."

[488] . . . A PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY Was started in 1843, but was not successful. Amongst the most prominent names were Messrs. William Clarke, John Pridham Smith, Frederick L. Clay, John J. Peers, C. J. Sanford, Charles Vaughan, and Joseph Megson . . .

[489] OLD TOWN BANDS. The first Town Band in Melbourne was formed in 1839, and consisted of about a dozen players, the names and instruments of some of them being: -
Milstead, bass trombone; Oliver, tenor trombone; Browne, bassoon;
Griffiths and Tickel, key bugles (cornets being then unknown);
Picknell and Smith, clarionets; Drane, piccolo; Holley and Wilkinson, flutes;
Anderson (a man of colour, yclept "Black Jack"), big drum;
Hamilton, side-drum ; and Samuel, triangle.
George Tickel, a plasterer by trade, was the leader.
Some old colonists will remember his achievements at many of the early land sales, and, as liquors of all descriptions were provided by the auctioneers, poor Tickel acquired a habit of drinking, which shortened his days.
The band made its first public appearance in the streets of Melbourne late on Christmas Eve, starting from the Golden Fleece, an hotel of dubious belongings, in Bourke Street, near Kirk's Bazaar. Mr. H. N. Carrington, a then yvell-knoyvn attorney, and resident in Lonsdale Street, gave them an acceptable greeting by rolling out a cask of wine into the street, and the welcome Christmas-box was quickly tapped and disposed of. In Spencer Street, adjoining what was known as " the Government block," was a stockade of convicts employed on street-making. These fellows, not knowing what was up, sallied forth in a rather undress condition, and, dashing by the half-drunk, sleepy sentry or two supposed to be "on guard," struck in with the moving assemblage, and added a new feature to the procession. In Little Flinders Street, then a locality of importance, the Ship Lnn was kept by a jolly-faced, free-handed Boniface named Lee, and here, after a promiscuous liquoring up, and making other festive calls of a like kind, a noisy dispersion wound up the serenading.

A second and more select band was organized in 1841, of which the Messrs. Middlemiss, Mr. Stainsby, and Mr. Roberts (of a well-known firm, Roberts and Fergusson) were members . . .

[539]. . . Associations for the promotion of Temperance were formed early in Melbourne . . . land was purchased in Russell Street . . . and a comfortable Hall erected, in which meetings were held. As it was found advisable to provide attractions for the meetings, a band of music was formed in 1847, which numbered over twenty performers, and have great satisfaction on its first public appearance. On each Tuesday evening, when the public meeting took place, the band paraded the streets for upwards of an hour, and attracted an audience which more than filled the hall . . . The members of the band were unselfish, and gave the proceeds of their services to the Society for the purchase of new instruments and towards defraying the debt on the hall.

. . . After a time, as Bandmaster Tickle became unsteady, an old Peninsular veteran named McKee supplied his place until 1849, when the Messrs. Hore arrived in the colony. They were the first to introduce saxe-horns here. They formed a quartette, consisting of P. Hore, first horn; J. Hore, second; S. Hore, tenor; and R. Hore, Senr., bass.

[575] . . . The first steamer built on the Yarra was the "Vesta," an iron paddle-steamer imported by the Messrs. Manton, from England, and put together opposite the Queen's Wharf. She was launched in fine style, decorated with bunting, crowded with people, and Tickel's band merrily playing "Off She Goes" . . .

[981] . . . MY FIRST AND LAST TRIP TO THE RACES. An "Old Colonist," whose courtesy I have acknowledged elsewhere, has supplied the following scrap of reminiscence which is worth publishing, though considering that he has been in the colony since before the first race meet was held at Flemington up to the present, his turf experiences are of the most limited character. Nevertheless, the particulars of his two ventures upon the forbidden ground are both reliable and readable.

"In the olden times the annual reaces on the metropolitan course took place in the month of March . . . the steamer "Aphrasia," which traded to Geelong, was laid on for the racecourse direct; and, as the Town Band was announced to play on board, this was an additional attraction to lovers [982] of music . . . Casting off her moorings, she steamed down the Yarra, and with Tickell's band playing in fine style, "In Days when we went Gypsying, a long time ago" . . . the band playing dance and other music to the satisfaction of the passengers. We were landed on the east bank of the river, on the site selected as the racecourse . . . The band, transferred from the steamer, was perched on a platform erected in one of the booths - a capital draw - for there was sure to be there a constant through changing crowd to listen to the music . . . On the return trip the "Aphrasia" was crowded with passengers, the band giving them "The Lass of Richmond Hill", "The Light of Other Days is Faded", "The Sea", "Rory O'More", and other tunes in favour with the public then . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Finn (author)

Personal Reminiscences of John Waugh, Gentleman, 44 Robe Street, St Kilda (1909); Royal Historical Society of Victoria, MS 000091

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/227765792 

https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/collections-lounge/personal-reminiscences-of-john-waugh 

. . . The first band in Melbourne was called Tickell's band from the bandmaster who was a talented musician it consisted of -
I. Tickell and W. Griffiths, key bugles,
N. Picknell, and another player clarinets
I. Drane piccolo,
I. Hulley flute,
G. Milstead, and I. Oliver trombones,
N. Anderson (known as Black Bill) base drum,
I. Hamilton small drum and
S. Marsh triangle player . . .
They made their first appearances Christmas morning 1839, and marching up Bourke Street made their way to Lonsdale Street between William & King Streets, which was the fashionable quarter . . . the band then proceeded to the Ship Inn in Flinders Lane, whose landlord was named Jack Lee
wound up their proceedings by playing the old English glee, "Dame Durden",
they had previously played many popular airs as the "Sea", "the Lass of Richmond Hill," "Rory O'More," "Copenhagen Waltz" and "Hokey Pokey" and "British Grenadiers" -"My Boat is on Shore," "Such a getting up stairs".
This band was much in requisites for public dinners, regattas, races and the bandmaster was often engaged to play his key bugle, at many of the numerous land sales . . .

. . . The Russell Street Temperance band was organised in 1847.
M. Tickell was the first bandmaster and the band consisted at first of
I. Tickell and W. Morris key bugles, G. Milne and R. Heales afterwards premier trombones,
R. Knox ophiecleide,
A. Meiklejohn trumpet,
Ian Knox, W. Weaver, W. Skinner & other clarinets,
T. Croft and W. Lacy french horns,
N. [recte W.] Stoneham piccolo,
J. Woods flute J. Morris flute,
S. Porlett base drum,
I. Gascoyne small drum,
I. Marsh triangle
and afterwards the Hore family the first sax horns seen in the Colony joined the band
P. Hore being bandmaster, T. Hore trombardier P. Hore & R. Hore cornets, S. Hore flathorn,
Jas. Waugh trombone, and John Waugh clarinet.
A public meeting usually took place in the Temperance Hall Russell Street, and the band would usually meet at the corner of Collins and Elizabeth Streets, to draw a crowd to the meeting, then use a popular lady lecturer on temperance in those days, Mrs. Dalgarno, the wife of Capt. Dalgarno of the barque "Loch-na-Garr", who when the vessel was in port, spoke every Tuesday evening, amid much applause.
When the diggings opened up at Ballarat in 1851 and nearly all the men in Town went off there, the band was disbanded and never was reorganised, the instruments lay for many years in a cupboards in the Temperance Hall and were at last sold for old brass although they had cost £120 when bought from England. I have already given almost a similar account of this band to Garryowen at his request.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Tickell (musician, band leader); George Milstead (c. 1809-1878); Joseph Hore and sons (musicians)

"OLD TIME MEMORIES. REMINISCENCES OF MR. JOHN WAUGH (ARRANGED BY MISS A. J. H. CAMPBELL)", Leader (30 December 1911), 45-46

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198151789 

. . . THE 40TH REGIMENT. "In the same year [1852] the Government applied to the home authorities to have a British regiment stationed in Melbourne, which up till that time had been garrisoned by a company of the regiment stationed in Sydney. In reply to the request the 42nd Highlanders were placed under orders. In the meantime the 40th Somersetshire had just arrived after a brilliant campaign against the Sikhs, and had gained special distinction in the battles of Maharajahporo [46] and Chillianwallah. It was thought advisable to send them instead. They accordingly sailed from England in the troopship Vulcan, and arrived here in November, 1852. When the tugboat brought them up the river, on passing the gasworks site the band played In Happy Moments, a popular air in those days. They Landed at Cole's dock, and the regiment presented a fine sight when marching with fixed bayonets and colors flying, the latter with the names of the battles m which they had fought. After serving in the colony for nearly eight years they were ordered to New Zealand to take part in the Maori war, and embarked in the City of Hobart in July, 1860. It was perhaps more than a coincidence that as the City of Hobart steamed away from the railway pier the regimental band struck up In Happy Moments, the same tune they had played on arrival nearly eight years previously. The band of the 40th was at that time considered the finest in the British service."

THE EUREKA STOCKADE. "The agitation on the Ballarat fields was caused by the strictness of the police in collecting licence fees, often arresting new arrivals and locking them up for non-payment. To cope with the discontent Sir C. Hotham ordered a company of the 40th Regiment to Ballarat. Five waggons were engaged from stables near the Post Office to carry three officers and 100 men at the rate of £3 per head, the only condition being that the Journey was to be accomplished in 24 hours. The diggers were angry at troops being sent, and started pelting the waggons with stones, injuring two of the drivers, who, however, were compensated by the authorities. On 5th December the foundation stone of the Melbourne Gas Works was to be laid. A procession formed, headed by the band of the 40th, and marched down Collins-street, when, passing over the flat land beyond Batman's Hill, the bugles of the 40th (then stationed at the barracks in Spencer-street) rang out the assembly, the band halted at once and doubled back over to the barracks. Some of the crowd followed to see what was the matter. They were told that there had been an outbreak on Ballarat the previous day. A collision had taken place between the military and populace, and the regiment had been ordered to Ballarat that afternoon. At 4 o'clock accordingly the whole regiment was drawn up in the barracks square, the band in the ranks, every soldier carrying 60 rounds of ammunition. They marched out in battle array, with an advance and rear guard arranged, this - two soldiers first, followed by four, then six, four and Electra, sloop of war, lying in Hobson's Bay, sent up about 50 sailors and four pieces of cannon. There was a big gully near the barracks, and as the piece of artillery were taken over, one of the sailors was shaken off. One of the crowd called out, "Look out, Jack; you'll be killed." He replied, "I may as well be killed here as on Ballarat." The 12th regiment was also stationed on Melbourne, and they joined the fourth at Flemington. The united force mustered 1200 bayonets. They marched to Ballarat under command of General Nickle, a Peninsular veteran, who unfortunately was sunstruck while on the march, and died on his return to Melbourne [recte, May 1855]. He had a military funeral from St. Peter s Church. Twelve hundred soldiers and four military bands [recte 2] were in the procession, which was accompanied by all the leading people in Melbourne. When the bugle sounded the Last Post at the cemetery, 1200 soldiers fired three volleys over the veteran's grave. Some time after the colonial Government erected a monument to his memory.

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 40th Regiment (military band); Band of the 12th Regiment (military band); Robert Nickle (soldier)


Bibliography and resources:

W. A. Sanderson, "Mr. John Waugh's reminiscences of early Melbourne", The Victorian historical magazine15/1 (December 1933), 1-18, esp. 14

. . . In 1846, a band was formed in connection with the Russell Street Temperance Society, under the leadership of Mr. George Tickell, in which Mr. Waugh himself played the clarionet. This band gave weekly performances on the Flagstaff Hill . . .




WEAVER, Henry (Henry WEAVER)

Musician, ophicleide player, bandsman Band of the 40th Regiment

Born Kent, England, 28 July 1829
Enlisted (40th Regiment), 28 March 1844 (aged 14 years 8 months)
Married Catherine CARNEY, ? Ireland, by 1852
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 5 November 1852 (per Vulcan, from Cork, 13 July)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 18 July 1860 (per City of Hobart, for New Zealand)
Discharged Aldershot, England, 31 August 1868

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Weaver+40th+Regiment (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEAVER-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 40th Regiment (second tour)


Documentation:

Pay-list of the 40th Regiment of Foot, 1 July to 30 September 1852 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1592267576 (DIGITISED)

1995 / Weaver Henry / . . . 13 July Vulcan Band

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (5 June 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148791496 

GRAND MILITARY CONCERT. GEELONG HARMONIC SOCIETY . . .
The Concert will commence with the First and Second Parts of HAYDN'S SEASONS, Never before performed in the Colonies . . .
the entire BAND OF THE 40TH REGIMENT . . .
IN UNIFORM. 33 PERFORMERS! BAND MASTER - Mr. JOHNSON.
. . . OPHICLEIDES, Weaver, Horton . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Geelong Harmonic Society (organisation)

"A CASE OF DISTRESS. TO THE EDITOR", The Argus (9 October 1860), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5691192 

Sir, - A most distressing scene was witnessed in the burial-ground on Saturday last. About 4 o'clock p.m., an ordinary cart, followed by two females, was seen wending its way to the gates of the Cemetery. The sight of this humble cortege induced me to stay and ascertain the contents of the vehicle. I soon saw that it contained two small coffins; and, from the intense grief depicted on the countenance of one of those two females, I conjectured that the bodies of the two children contained therein belonged to that poor woman. I followed to the grave, and there I beheld another small coffin, which had been deposited there the day previous.

From inquiries, I ascertained that the mourner's name was Weaver. Her husband belongs to the band of the 40th Regiment, now in New Zealand. Their family consisted of three fine children two boys and one girl, whose respective ages were six years, four years, and eighteen months. The eldest, a fine boy, was taken sick three weeks ago; the other two on Sunday, the 30th ult. The youngest, after a sickness of four days only, died on Thursday last, and the other two also died on the following day; he that this poor woman had to witness, on Saturday, the sad and agonizing spectacle of her whole family lying dead in their little coffins at her feet, and placed in the one grave, all in the short space of 24 hours. Who, with the least spark of Christian feeling could witness that mother's grief, as she stood by that little grave which was soon to close over her earth's treasure, and not feet moved to condole with her misfortunes? Poor woman! With what a heavy heart she must have followed, step by step that rude conveyance that bore those little innocents to their last resting place.
Fearing that I am trespassing on your valuable space,
I remain, Sir,
Your obedient servant,
VERITAS.
North Melbourne, October 7.
P.S. Since writing the foregoing have learned that neither male nor female in the whole military barracks proffered their services to assist this afflicted woman in the discharge of the last duties to the departed. Surely all sympathy has not departed from the abovenamed place, though it is a painful fact that a lack of this Christian ingredient was manifested on this of occasion.

"THE CASE OF DISTRESS. VERITAS EST VERITAS. TO THE EDITOR", The Argus (11 October 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5691347 

Sir, - In your issue of the 9th instant you published a letter bearing the signature "Veritas," alluding to a truly melancholy and very distressing circumstance in connexion with the death of three children belonging to Mrs. Weaver, a bandsman's wife of the 40th Regiment, - with reference to which I beg to confirm the particulars detailed in the body of the letter, and to denounce the allusions made in the postscript as perfectly false. As the affair has been so prominently brought before the public, it is deemed necessary, in vindication, to state, in refutation of the sweeping malignment referred to, that the exertions and kind attentions of the women of the 40th Regiment were not at all seconded, but very considerably retarded, by the extreme negligence of the mother, who, from causes induced by her own conduct, incapacitated herself from rendering the slightest assistance to her dying children, and your correspondent "Veritas," or any other interested person, may easily satisfy themselves as to the real truth if they will call at the Barracks and make the necessary inquiries. It is, however, generally believed that your correspondent is better acquainted with the peculiarities of the case than he admits, being, as he states, a casual spectator of the burial scene. The disease which occasioned this calamity being malignant scarlet fever of a dangerously infectious type, it is almost wonderful that so many women (most of whom have children suffering from measles and a mild form of scarlatina) had the moral courage to risk the lives of their own families, during the absence of their husbands, by paying such assiduous attention as was promptly and positively given in this distressing case.

The women of the 40th Regiment are notoriously generous, rendering in all cases of necessity pecuniary and personal assistance in this instance they were not wanting in the due fulfilment of their general character. It is only a few days since a subscription was raised amongst them to the extent of £10 to assist a woman recently bereft of her husband, and in Mrs. Weaver's case a general subscription was also made, besides the two attending army surgeons assisted prilately, and Mr. Hearle, the schoolmaster of the corps, in addition to a private contribution, paid for the coffins out of a small fund at his disposal, and also offered to supply a mourning coach or hearse, which was declined. The ground also in which the children, are interned was purchased out of the contributions of the women. I enclose the names of several women who performed the last duties to the deceased children, to whom you can refer any person desirous of knowing the truth more fully than I have attempted to state it.
Trusting you will kindly find space for this,
I am your obedient servant,
HUMANITAS.
Melbourne, October 10.

[Advertisement], Daily Southern Cross [Auckland, NZ] (22 October 1862), 1

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18621022.2.2.6 

BRUNSWICK MUSIC HALL.
VARTY'S GRAND INSTRUMENTAL PROMENADE CONCERTS, A LA JULLIEN,
ON SATURDAY EVENING NEXT, October 25th, 1862.
The Orchestra will be composed OF THE MAGNIFICENT BAND OF H.M.'S S 40TH REGIMENT,
Including the following Solo performers: -
Clarionet B, - Sergeant C. Murrell.
Ditto E - Mr. Tyner.
Cornet-a-Piston, Mr. Steward.
Flute and Piccolo, Mr. J. Murrell.
Alto Horn, Mr. W. Baker.
Orpheclide, Mr. Weaver.
CONDUCTOR - SERGEANT C. MURRELL.
THE PROGRAMME Will comprise Selections from the MOST ADMIRED OPERAS:
LUCIA DE LAMMERMOOR, DON PASQUALE, ZAMPA, NINO, And Balfe's Popular Opera of SATANELLA;
Introducing Solos for Clarionet, Cornet-a-Piston, Flute, Piccolo, Alto Horn, Orpheclide, &c, &c.
WALTZES, POLKAS, and GALOPS Will be selected from the favourite compositions of D'ALBERT, COOTE, LA MOTTE,
Including CASSIDY'S bewitching Galop, entitled "THE BURLESQUE" . . .

"CAMP, TE AWAMUTU (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) . . . December 28", Daily Southern Cross (2 January 1865), 5

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18650102.2.26 

A ball took place, on the evening of the 26th . . . The orchestra, elevated at one end* of the room, was under the able management of Sergeant Baker, assisted by Messrs. Weaver, Wakefield, and Tiner, distinguished members of the dashing band of the 40th Regiment. The programme consisted of some twenty five of the most fashionable dances, commencing with the "Parisians," and ending with "Sir Roger de Coverley" . . . The proceedings terminated about 4 o'clock a.m., 27th instant, the band playing "God save the Queen."

Discharge, 40th Regiment, No. 1995, corporal Henry Weaver, Aldershot, England, 31 August 1868; UK National archives, WO97/1515/225/1-2

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBM%2FWO97%2F1515%2F225%2F001 (PAYWALL)

HER MAJESTY's 40th REG OF Foot . . . Aldershot, August 31 1868
PROCEEDINGS OF A REGIMENTAL BOARD . . .
Discharge of No. 1995 Corporal Henry Weaver . . .
Service up to this day . . . 21 years 36 days . . .
during which period he served abroad 13 10/12 years abroad, viz.
at Australia 7 5/12 years,
in New Zealand 6 5/12 years . . .
DISCHARGE . . . his own request free with pension after 21 years service . . .
Conduct has been very good . . .
Detailed Statement of Services . . .
40th [Regiment] / Private / 28 March 1844 to 27 July 1847 / Private / Under Age [18]
28 July 1847 / 31 July 1857 / 10 years 4 days / Good Conduct pay'd 1st 28 July 1852 / 2nd 28 July 1857
Private / 1 August 1857 / 21 July 1868 / 10 years 356 days; Good Conduct pay'd 3rd 10 September 1860 / 4th 28 July 1863
Promoted Corporal / 22 July 1868 / 31 August 1868 / 41 days; Good Conduct pay'd 5th 28 July 1868




WEAVERS, Charles (Charles WEAVERS; Master WEAVERS, Master C. WEAVERS; WEAVER)

Boy vocalist, coachbuilder, carpenter

Born Sydney, NSW, 12 June 1827; baptised St. James, Sydney, NSW, 15 July 1827; son of Charles WEAVER (c. 1793) and Elizabeth TUCKWELL (1801-1873)
Departed Sydney, NSW, c. 1850s (for San Francisco)
Died San Francisco, USA, 17 April 1902, aged "73"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Weavers+1827-1902 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEAVERS-Charles (shareable link to this entry)

WEAVERS, Master (George WEAVERS; Master WEAVERS; WEAVER)

Boy vocalist

Born Sydney or Parramatta, NSW, 29 May 1830; baptised St. John, Parramatta, NSW, 29 August; son of Charles WEAVER (c. 1793) and Elizabeth TUCKWELL (1801-1873)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEAVERS-George (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

The Masters Weavers (as the surname was usually given in the 1830s-40s) were the two youngest sons of Charles Weaver, a convict transported for life per Fame (1817, sentenced to death for forgery with intent to defraud, Shropshire Lent Assizes 1816), a wheelwright and coachmaker, and his wife Elizabeth Tuckwell (1801-1872), born in the colony, who married at Parramatta in 1818.

Charles was evidently a pupil of John Philip Deane in 1839, and among the "native youth" in Isaac Nathan's singing classes in 1841-42. He was a soloist, for Thomas Leggatt and James Johnson, in the 1842 performance of Messiah.

Charles senior, coach maker of Castlereagh-street was insolvent in June 1849, and Charles junior, coach maker, an insolvent pauper in October 1849.

Charles junior and his mother, Elizabeth, were listed in the San Francisco censuses of 1860 and 1870. Elizabeth later joined her daughter Catherine (1834-1902, Mrs. William Hains) in Liverpool, England, and died there on 3 November 1873.

Charles junior died in San Francisco in 1902.


Documentation:

NSW census, 1828; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.paperturn-view.com/?pid=NDM43349&p=67&v=1.1 (DIGITISED)

[Weaver] Charles / 30 / [Life] / [per] Fame / Prot. / Coach Maker / Castlereagh St. / Sydney
Elizabeth / 25 // Eliza / 10 // W. H. / 8 // Martha / 6 // Charlotte / 4 // Charles / 2 //

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of Saint John Parramatta in the County of Cumberland in the Year 1830; register 1826-24, page 29; St. John's Parramatta

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/5333:60622?tid=19833877 (PAYWALL)

No. 434 / August 29th / [born] 29th May / George / [son of] Charles & Elizabeth / Weaver / Sydney / Coach-maker . . .

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (1 November 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31726761

SOIREE. MR. DEANE begs to inform the Gentry and Public that his
SOIREE of Vocal and Instrumental Music will take
place at the Mechanics' School of Arts, on Tuesday Evening next, Nov. 5, 1839 . . . [Part 2] . . . 4. Glee - Master Weavers, Master E. Deane, and Mr. Deane . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Philip Deane (musician, vocalist); Edward Smith Deane (vocalist, cellist); Mechanics' School of Arts (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (12 November 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31726830

WEEKLY CONCERT. MR. DEANE begs to inform the Gentry and Public that his
Weekly Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music will take place at the
Mechanics' School of Arts, THIS EVENING, TUESDAY Nov. 12, 1839.
PROGRAMME. PART 1ST . . . 6. Glee - Master Weavers, Mr. Thomson, and Mr. Deane . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Thomson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (29 November 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31726926

WEEKLY CONCERT. MR. DEANE, begs to inform the Gentry and Public that his
Weekly Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music take place at the Mechanics' School of Arts, on Tuesday Evening, Dec. 3, 1839 . . .
PROGRAMME. PART 1ST . . . 3. Glee - "Here in cool grot," Mornington - Master Weavers, Mr. Deane, Master E. Deane and Mr. Thomson . . .

MUSIC: Here in cool grot (Mornington)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (6 December 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31726974

WEEKLY CONCERT. MR. DEANE . . . at the
Mechanics' School of Arts, on Tuesday Evening Next, Dec. 10, 1839 . . .
PROGRAMME. PART 1ST . . . 5. Song, "Fly away, pretty Moth" - Bayly - Master Weavers;
6. Song, "Air du Clair de lune" - Boildieu - Madame GAUTROT;
7. Glee, "Lightly tread" - Scotland - Master Weavers, Master E. Deane, and Mr. Deane . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Gautrot (vocalist)

MUSIC: Fly away, pretty moth (Bayly); Lightly tread (Scotland)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (13 December 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32166566 

MR. DEANE begs to inform the Gentry and Public that his
WEEKLY CONCERT of Vocal and Instrumental Music will take place at the Mechanics' School of Arts, on
TUESDAY EVENING next 17th Dec. 17, 1839 . . .
PROGRAMME. PART IST . . . 8 - Glee "When the Rosy Morn" [sic] - Webbe - Master Weavers, Master E. Deane and Mr. Thomson.
PART 2ND . . . 4 - Song - "The Peasant Boy" - Master Weavers . . .

MUSIC: The peasant boy (John Parry)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (24 December 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31727086 

WEEKLY CONCERT. MR. DEANE . . .
at the Mechanics' School of Arts, on This Evening, DEC. 24, 1839.
PROGRAMME. PART 1ST . . . 5. Song - Master Weavers . . .

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (3 January 1840), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31727178

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. CONCERT. MR. DEANE . . . at the
Mechanics' School of Arts, on TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 1840 . . .
PROGRAMME. PART 2ND . . . 3. Glee, "Canadian Boat Song" - Master Weavers, Mr. Deane, Mr. Thompson . . .
6. Song, Master Weavers . . .

MUSIC: The Canadian boat song (Thomas Moore)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (20 January 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32166948 

MR. DEANE . . . CONCERT . . . ON WEDENESDAY 22 JANUARY . . .
PROGRAMME. PART IST . . . 3.- Glee, "The Canadian Boat Song" - Stevenson - .. Master Weavers, Master E. Deane, Mr. Deane . . .
5. - Song, "The Peasant Boy" - Master Weavers . . .
PART 2ND . . . 2. - Glee "Lightly tread" Scotland - Master Weavers, Master E. Deane, Mr. Deane . . .
4. - Song, "Fly away pretty Moth" Bayley - Master Weavers . . .

"FUNERAL SERMON", The Sydney Herald (16 February 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12867831

On Sunday last the Reverend Mr. Steel, at St. Peter's Church, Cook's River, delivered and excellent and pathetic address to his Congregation . . . on Mrs. [Cornelius] Prout, a lady highly esteemed, and suddenly taken from a lovely young family and an affectionate husband . . . The musical part of the service on this occasion was admirably conducted by Mr. Deane, "Vital Spark" was well performed and sung, the principal Vocalist was Master C. Weavers. - Correspondent.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Prout (deceased); St. Peter's church (Cooks River)

MUSIC: Vital spark of heavenly flame (Harwood)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (7 June 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12869493 

. . . MR. NATHAN has the honor to announce that on WEDNESDAY, June 30th, 1841 will be given, at St. Mary's Cathedral, a GRAND ORATORIO . . . Vocal Performers . . . Master Leggatt, Master Weavers, Master Edward Allen, Master Tibbie and Master Reilly . . .

"The Oratorio", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (8 June 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2553539

. . . Some little misrepresentation too has been also used in the published advertisement in yesterday's Herald, as the names of parties who do not intend to sing there, and who, moreover, have never been even asked, are blazoned to the public as performers "to be about to be", at the approaching Oratorio - the name of Master C. Weavers is an instance . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Nevertheless, Weavers's name continued to appear in advertisements up to the date of performance, in which he ultimately may well have appeared; Isaac Nathan (conductor); Thomas Leggatt junior (vocalist); Edward Allen junior (vocalist); Charles James Tibbey junior (vocalist); Master Riley (vocalist) St. Mary's cathedral (Sydney)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (24 May 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2556557

THE SPACIOUS HALL, SYDNEY COLLEGE . . . MR. NATHAN,
A GRAND SELECTION OF VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC . . .
On FRIDAY Evening, 27th May, 1842 . . .
SOPRANOS AND TREBLES . . . Master Allen, Master Richards, Master Riely, Masters Tuohy, Master Nathan, and the Masters Weavers . . .
PROGRAMME. PART FIRST . . .
"Now is the Month of Maying" - MADRIGAL, composed in the year 1595 - Miss R. Nathan, Miss Ada Nathan, Miss Zilla Nathan, the Masters Weavers, Master Allen, Master Riley, Mr. Worgan, Mr. Allen, Mr. Griffiths, and Mr. Waller - Morley . . .
Koorinda Braia, Solo Quartetto, and Chorus - Inscribed to Mrs. E. Deas Thomson. A genuine Aboriginal Melody, sung by the Maneroo tribe of Australia . . . A Young Lady assisted by the whole vocal strength - Nathan . . .
"Now with Grief no longer bending" - Finale to Cinderella - Rossini . . .
PART SECOND . . .
"When first I saw your Face" - Madrigal, composed in the year 1629 - A Young Lady, the Misses Nathan, Miss Pettingell, the Masters Weavers, Master Allen, Mr. Worgan, Mr. Whitfield, Mr. Allen, Mr. Griffiths, Mr. Waller, &c., &c, &c. . . .
"Long Live, Victoria." - National Anthem, with Extra parts, inscribed to His Excellency Sir George Gipps - Nathan . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Masters Tuohy (vocalists); George William Worgan (vocalist); Edward Allen senior (vocalist); William Griffiths (vocalist); James Waller (vocalist)

MUSIC: Now is the month of maying (Morley); Koorinda braia (arr. Nathan); Since first I saw your face (Ford); Long live Victoria (Nathan)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (31 August 1842), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12411133 

GRAND ORATORIO in aid of the funds of the Benevolent Society . . .
THIS EVENING, the 31st of August, HANDEL'S GRAND ORATORIO of the MESSIAH.
PRINCIPAL VOCAL PERFORMERS: Mrs. Bushelle, Mrs. S. W. Wallace, Mrs. Curtis, Mr. Bushelle, Mr. Waller, Mr. E. Josephson, Mr. Griffiths, Mr. Allen, and Master Weavers . . .
Conductor - Mr. Leggatt.
Leader - Mr. S. W. Wallace.
Chorus Master - Mr. Johnson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Leggatt senior (conductor); Spencer Wellington Wallace (violin, leader); James Johnson (chorus master); Eliza and John Bushelle (vocalists); Caroline Wallace (vocalist); Mary Curtis (vocalist)

"THE ORATORIO", The Sydney Morning Herald (2 September 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12417903 

. . . Master Weavers sang very sweetly, but showed sad want of tuition in his pronunciation and division of syllables; this might soon be corrected, and would make him a valuable addition to our choir . . .

[Notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (19 October 1849), 1531

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article230392825 

In the Insolvent Estate of Charles Weavers, Junr., late of Castlereagh-street, Sydney, coach maker, (a pauper.)
wHERE AS the Estate of Charles Weavers was, on the ninth day of October, 1849, placed under sequestration . . .

United States census, 1860, San Francisco, California

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/10241875:7667 (PAYWALL)

Elizabeth Weavers / 58 / Nurse / [born] Australia
Charles [Weavers] / 30 / Carpenter / [born] [Australia]

Deaths in San Francisco, 1902; California Department of Public Health

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1027217:61460 (PAYWALL)

April / Weaver Charles / 73 / Carpenter / [born] Australia / City & County Almshouse / [date of death] 17 [April] / Chronic Cerebral Softening . . .




WEBB, Mr. (Mr. WEBB; Mr. WEBBE)

Musician, organist, schoolmaster

Active Campbelltown, NSW, 1844; Adelaide, SA, 1845

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mr+Webb+organist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBB-Mr (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"CAMPBELL TOWN SCHOOL", Morning Chronicle (13 January 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31741923

The pupils of the Catholic School, conducted by Mr. and Mrs. Webb, underwent an examination on Friday last, December, and the prizes were, awarded by the Rev. J. Goold, as follows: . . . A prize was also awarded, by Mr. Webb, (who officiates as Organist to the Church), to Miss Sarah Warby, for her proficiency in the choir.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Alipius Goold (priest)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register (23 January 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article73840847 

Tuesday, January 22. - The brig Emma, 121 tons, Fox, master, from Sydney.
Passengers - G. F. Angas, Esq., and Dr. Bull in the cabin; Mr. and Mrs. Webbe . . . in the steerage.

ASSOCIATIONS: George French Angas (artist, naturalist)

"THE CATHOLICS", South Australian Register (1 February 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27449362

Mr. Webbe, who lately arrived in the Emma, from Sydney, was for some time organist of the Catholic Church, Campbelltown. He is to superintend the vocal and instrumental music of the Cathedral shortly to be erected in Adelaide.

"OPENING OF THE ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL", South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (11 October 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195933202 

On Sunday the fine building lately erected on West-terrace, was opened as a temporary place of Worship by the Right Reverend Dr. Murphy, Roman Catholic Bishop of Adelaide. The Bishop read the prayers of the Church, and preached a sermon appropriate to the occasion. A solemn Mass followed, at which the Bishop and the Rev. Mr. Ryan assisted, and the whole offices and ceremonies of the day were conducted in the most impressive manner. A very respectable (though not numerous), choir, led by Mr. Webb, the organist, executed very creditably some of the music allowed by the Church on similar occasions; and a crowded and attentive congregation contributed liberally towards the object so ably advocated by the Bishop in his discourse . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Murphy (bishop)


Bibliography and resources:

"Mr. Webb and wife", Passengers in history, South Australian Maritime Museum

https://passengers.history.sa.gov.au/node/650132 

Per Emma, from Sydney, 1 January 1845 to Port Adelaide, 21 January 1845, via Flinders Island




WEBB, George Joseph (George Joseph WEBB; G. J. WEBB)

Musical amateur, vocalist, public servant

Born c. 1816
Arrived Perth WA, 20 April 1839 (per Hindoo, from Liverpool)
Departed King George's Sound, WA, January 1850 (per Oceanie, for Sydney, and thence to England)
Died Southampton, England, 2 December 1863

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Joseph+Webb+c1816-1863 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBB-George-Joseph (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

George Webb was based in Perth from April 1839 until January 1848, as an assistant clerk in the commissariat, and from 16 December 1845 as Deputy Assistant Commissary General. He was author of the series of descriptive "sketches" of the colony published in the London monthly The Swan River News (1844-45). He was chief officer of the settlement at King George's Sound from January 1848 until leaving from there in January 1850 to return, via Sydney, to England.


Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (27 April 1839), 66

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article639129 

On the 20th instant, the Hindoo, Captain Van Zuliecon, from Liverpool. General cargo. - Passengers, Mr. and Mrs. Nash, two Miss Glasscotts, Captain Scully, Mr. Macleod, Mr. Singleton, Mr. Tate, Mr. Crearey, Mr. Montgomery, Mr. Chapman, Mr. Webb, Mr. Dundas, Mr. Parker; and 38 steerage passengers.

[Playbill] Perth Amateur Theatricals, 9 July 1839, Perth, WA; State Library of New South Wales

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/93QVXBW1/pmgLmDMW2wD4o (DIGITISED)

On TUESDAY, 9th July, will be performed, the Petite Comedy, in two Acts, ENTITLED
LOVE A LA MILITAIRE
Capt. Seaford [Officer of the Imperial Lancers] - Mr. Collinson
Cornet Vesey [Officer of the Imperial Lancers] - Mr. Webb
Punker (an East Indian, father to Mary) - Mr. Durlacher
Samuel Grummett, Esq. - Mr. Sholl
Landlord - Mr. E. Souper
Mary (Punker's Daughter) - Mrs. Turner
Dorothea (Punker's Sister) - Mrs. Watson
Fanny (Lady's Maid to Mary) Miss E. Purkis.

The overtures of the "Lady of the Manor" and "Lodoiska" will be performed in the course of the evening;
in addition to which the following songs will be introduced: -
"Come Fill a Mighty Measure" - Opening Glee.
"Oh, say not Woman's Heart is Bought" - Mrs. Turner
"Norah, the Pride of Kildare" - Mr. Webb
"Humours of a Playhouse," - Mr. Sholl.

A Prologue will be spoken by Mr. Collinson.

No person will be admitted whose name does not appear on the ticket.
Performance to commence at half-past eight precisely.
Printed by C. McFaull, at the Gazette Office, Perth, Western Australia. 1839.

See also "AMATEUR THEATRICALS", The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (13 July 1839), 111

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article639035 

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Turner (amateur vocalist); Willian Horatio Sholl (amateur); Perth Amateur Theatricals (company)

MUSIC: Norah, the pride of Kildare (Parry)

"ST. PATRICK'S DAY", The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (21 March 1840), 30

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article638772 

An extremely pleasant party was got up on this occasion by the social sons of the Emerald Isle, on Tuesday last. About thirteen gentlemen, surrounded by their friends of the sister isle, amounting in all to thirty individuals, sat down to a liberal repast furnished in the new room of the Victoria Hotel, Perth. The dinner and the viands were excellent, and the mirth of the evening was truly national. After the cloth was removed, the chairman, Dr. Hinds, proposed the usual formal toasts . . . The chairman expressed his conviction, that every Irishman present could testify to the magnificence of their parent saint; he would therefore beg the company to fill their glasses to the health of St. Patrick, whose wonderful deeds he would request a friend in the room to explain by something in the way of a song. Mr. Webb, the gentleman referred to, sang, with good effect, the celebrated ditty "St. Patrick was a gentleman, and born of decent people;" but the only historical reminiscence we could collect from this explanatory song, was, that St. Patrick's mother kept a shebeen-shop in the town of Enneskillen. Due honors having been done to the great saint, the chairman gave "the land of our adoption, prosperity to it, and the well-being of every settler." This, we need not say, was joyously received. G. F. Moore, Esq., rose to offer some observations, but he said, as it seemed the order of the night to respond in song, he would adopt the course proposed. This gentleman sang " Western Australia for me," an original song written by himself some years back, which has appeared in one of the early works published on this colony . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Fletcher Moore (vocalist, songwriter)

MUSIC: St. Patrick was a gentleman (song); see also Tune archive

[Advertisement], The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (25 July 1840), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article642309 

PERTH ASSEMBLY. THE FOURTH ASSEMBLY BALL will be held at Hodges' Hotel, on Wednesday, the 12th of August next. GEORGE WEBB, Hon. Secretary. Perth, July 23.

"AMATEUR THEATRICALS", Inquirer (7 September 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65582720 

The first performance for this season took place on Tuesday evening, the 30th instant. In spite of a reduced force, and delays and misfortunes, which for a time threatened to paralyze their exertions, the members of the company produced three pieces with a vigour and brilliancy not only surpassing their former exhibitions, but exceeding most amateur performances we have ever seen. The pieces chosen and represented were, "Raising the Wind," "The Queer Subject" and "Bombastes Furioso" . . . We must not pass over the style in which the scenery was painted . . . Neither can we close this brief notice without making most honourable mention of the band; under the skilful leading and careful training of Mr. Stone, the orchestra performed three of Rossini's best overtures in a most creditable style. The members of this little corps may rest assured that their exertions are appreciated by the friends for whose amusement they have so amply catered . . . Before the first piece was performed, the following prologue was delivered by Mr. Webb, and warmly received: -
PROLOGUE.
Hush'd be the Critics! etrain'd each list'ning ear -
I come commissioned by my brethren here,
The kind indulgence of our friends to claim
For this attempt: say, shall we ask in vain? . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Hawes Stone (amateur musician)

"Shipping Intelligence. SAILED", The Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (29 January 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3169646 

On the 27th, the schr., Gazelle, Kemp, for S. Australia, via Leschenault and K. G. Sound. Passenger for K.G.Sound - D.A.C.G. Webb.

"KING GEORGE'S SOUND", The Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (1 February 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3171288 

We also learn that the Belgian ship Oceanie, from Europe and South Africa, had arrived there on the 17th instant . . . her next port is Sydney . . . We understand that D. A. C. G. Webb will proceed to Sydney by this opportunity.

"DEATHS", Dublin Daily Express [Ireland] (4 December 1863), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001384/18631204/003/0001 (PAYWALL)

Webb - December 2, at Southampton, George J. Webb, Esq., Assistant Commissary-General.

"Local and Domestic Intelligence", The Inquirer and Commercial News [Perth, WA] (16 March 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66014169 

We observe by the English papers that A. C. General G J. Webb, formerly in this colony, is dead. He left his station at Gibraltar in ill health, and shortly after arrival home died.


Other:

"A SKETCH OF THE COLONY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA . . . Chapter XV: State of Society", The Swan River news and Western Australian chronicle (1 March 1845), 129-30

http://www.nla.gov.au/ferguson/14605996/18450301/00020015/6-10.pdf 

. . . Western Australia was the first British settlement former in the Southern Ocean on the principle of free colonisation . . . Such being the moral character of the community, their social dispositions can be indulged without restraint: and institutions conducive to their improvement, both intellectual and physical, have been founded - clubs, harmonic meetings, theatrical entertainments, lodges of freemasons and other orders, convivial meetings, reunions and soirees, annual races, balls, public dinners, regattas, book societies, committees of correspondence, agricultural and practical working associations, &c. &c . . .


Bibliography and resources:

Geoff Blackburn, Steve Errington, Peter J. Bridge (ed.), Our Western Australian home: being sketches of scenery and society in the colony by George J. Webb, esq., D.A.C.G. (Carlisle, WA: Hesperian Press, 2016)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/206152251 




WEBB, Henry Richard (Henry Richard WEBB; H. R. WEBB)

Amateur musician, member, secretary of Sydney Philharmonic Society

Born Sydney, NSW, 18 May 1829; baptised St. Philip's, Sydney, 14 June 1829; son of Henry WEBB (d. 1840) and Susannah RICKARDS (d. NZ, 1871)
Married (1) Ann VAILL (d. NSW, 1854), St. Paul's church, Auckland, NZ, 27 October 1853
Married (2) Augusta Ann PEACOCK (1830-1914), Sydney, NSW, 23 October 1857
Departed Sydney, NSW, c. 1866/67 (for New Zealand)
Died Christchurch, NZ, 11 February 1901

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Richard+Webb+1829-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBB-Henry-Richard (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"MARRIED", The Sydney Morning Herald (30 November 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12950794 

By special license, on Thursday, 27th October, at St. Paul's Church, Auckland, by the Rev. T. F. Lloyd, M. A., Mr. Henry Richard Webb, of Miller's Point, Sydney, to Ann, second daughter of G. Naill [sic], Esq., Auckland.

"MARRIED", The Moreton Bay Courier (31 October 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3717375 

On Thursday, 15th instant, by license, at the Centenary Chapel, York Street, Sydney, by the Rev. J. G. Millard, Henry Richard Webb, to Augusta Ann, second daughter of John Jenkins Peacock, Esq., of Urgent Cottage, Miller's Point.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 May 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13010078 

SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. - The Members of the Orchestra are requested to take notice, in consequence of Madame Rawack's Concert taking place this evening, the practice will be POSTPONED until TO-MORROW (Tuesday) EVENING, 18th instant, at the usual hour.
H. R WEBB, secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Amalia Rawack (pianist); John Deane (conductor); Sydney Philharmonic Society (organisation)

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (14 April 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13023728 

The annual meeting of this society, whose periodical concerts in the Exchange Hall form such an agreeable and fashionable entertainment, was held on Tuesday evening, the 12th instant, at Mr. Aldis' house, in George-street. The Hon. J. H. Plunkett, the President of the Society, took the chair at eight o'clock. The report of the committee on the proceedings of the past year was read by the secretary, Mr. H. R. Webb. It set forth that in consequence of some changes in the constitution of the society, by which subscribers of one guinea annually were limited to one admission to the concerts instead of having as formerly two admissions, namely, one for a lady as well as one for the gentleman subscribing, a serious deficiency had resulted in the funds derived from subscriptions. It also proposed that, instead of six concerts in the year, which had hitherto been given, only four should be given in future, and it recommended that a vocal class should be established in connection with the society by which members might be enabled to entertain their friends with vocal concerted music, in addition to the instrumental performances which have formed the main attraction at the concerts of the society. The report also disclosed the fact that the society had not quite met its current expenses during the past year, being about £150 in arrear. The various points in the above report were discussed at considerable length by the numerous members assembled . . . Should the plan of a vocal school be carried out it was resolved that Mr. Cordner, the accomplished conductor of the Sydney Vocal Harmonic Society should be offered the post of vocal teacher . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Aldis (member); John Hubert Plunkett (president); William John Cordner (musician); Sydney Vocal Harmonic Society (organisation)

"DEATH OF MR. H. R. WEBB", Press [Christchurch, NZ] (12 February 1901), 6

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/CHP19010212.2.44 

Widespread regret will be felt at the news of the death of Mr. Henry Richard Webb, F.R.M.S., which occurred last night. Connected as Mr. Webb has been with a large number of the public bodies in Canterbury, his name will be indissolubly twined with the history of the province, epecially with its educational progress. Mr. Webb was born in Sydney, on May 18th 1829, his parents having arrived in New South Wales during the same year. He was educated at Sydney College, and it was intended that he should go to Oxford, but the death of his father, Mr. Henry Webb, prevented this from being carried out. When between twelve and thirteen years of age, Mr. H. R. Webb left school, and took a position in a business office in Sydney, and before reaching his majority he was in business for himself. Subsequently he was one of the firm of Messrs. Ferguson, Webb, and Co., of Sydney, doing trading business with this colony. In 1850 or 1851 Mr. Webb visited Auckland, where he married his first wife, a daughter of Mr. Samuel Vaile [sic], well known in connection with the Vaile system of railway management. Mr. Webb and his wife returned to Sydney, where Mrs. Webb died. In 1858 [sic] he came to Lyttelton, where, for several years he was manager of Peacock's wharf . . . From 1873 to 1875 he represented Lyttleton in the House of Representatives . . .




WEBB, Peter (Peter WEBB)

Musician

Active Sandy Creek, VIC, 1857

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBB-Peter (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"A COLONIAL SMASHER", Bendigo Advertiser (4 July 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88000199

Matthias Slingsby was charged with uttering base coin. A considerable time was spent in taking the evidence in this case, which was very voluminous. It appeared the prisoner was a gentleman at large, and when apprehended by Sergeant Ryall, close to Sandy Creek, his swag was found to contain the usual tools of the professional smasher. He had scattered his handy-work in all directions, and among his victims was Peter Webb, one of the musicians of the Bird-in-Hand Hotel. He indulged the prisoner's taste for music by performing certain favorite tunes, for which he was paid in counterfeit shillings. Amongst the prisoner's victims were Mr. Withers; Giovanni Cardelini, a butcher; the wife of Thomas Green, storekeeper; Benjamin Roper; the wife of Andrew Patterson, store keeper; and Adolph Meyer. Mr. Lamout defended the prisoner as well as he could, but the case was too clear, and the Bench sentenced him to be imprisoned, with hard labor, in Melbourne Gaol, for a period of twelve months.




WEBB, William (William WEBB)

Musician, bandsman, Captain Piper's Band

Born c. 1797/98
? Arrived (private with 48th Regiment), Sydney, NSW, 3 August 1817 (per Matilda, from Ireland)
? Active Sydney, NSW, 1828 (aged "34")
Active Bathurst, NSW, 1833
Died Kelso, NSW, 30 May 1847, aged "50"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Webb+d1847 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBB-William (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Piper (landowner, employer). Captain Piper's Band (private band)


Documentation:

Pay-list of the Forty Eighth Regiment of Foot from 25 October 1815 to 24 March 1816 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1590538488 (DIGITISED)

Privates . . . Webb Wm. [not a bandsman]

? NSW census, 1828; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.paperturn-view.com/?pid=NDM43349&p=69&v=1.1 (DIGITISED)

Webb William / 34 / Came Free / Matilda / 1817 / Prot. / Shoemaker / [residence] F. Fitzgerald, Hunter Street

"Supreme Court", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (12 February 1833), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2210732 

. . . William Webb - I am a shoemaker by trade, and reside near Alloway Bank, the estate of Captain Piper, by whom I was occasionally employed as a musician; as a shoemaker I work for my own advantage; I know the prisoner at the bar; he is an assigned servant to Captain Piper; I remember the shoes now produced; I repaired them for the prisoner Grey . . .

"SUPREME COURT . . . CRIMINAL SIDE. MONDAY NOVEMBER, 11th", The Sydney Monitor (13 November 1833), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32144979 

Peter Welden and James Wilkinson were indicted for a highway robbery on the person of William Webb and stealing from his person a hat, and one yard of linnen-cloth, at Bathurst, on the 31st July last. It appeared that on the night laid in the indictment, the prosecutor, who is overseer to Captain Piper at Bathurst, was returning home in a state of intoxication. When within twenty yards of a public-house kept by a person named Byles, three men went up to, and asked him whether his name was Webb, and whether he did not live with Capt. Piper? Prosecutor answered in the affirmative. He was instantly felled by a blow given by some sharp instrument on the back of the head. When down he was kicked and beaten severely, but some person coming to his assistance the robbers made off, carrying away his hat and a linen towel. The Chief Constable was the party who had come to his assistance and he saw and identified the prisoners, who were well known to him. The Jury without retiring from the box found the prisoners Guilty. - Death Recorded.

Also "Law Intelligence", The Australian (15 November 1833), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article42007547 

"BATHURST. SUDDEN DEATH", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 June 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12890801 

On Sunday night, a man named Webb died rather suddenly at Kelso, in a small cottage near Mr. McCrea's. He had been unwell, having been afflicted with dropsy and consumption; on the previous day he was better than he had been for some time, and was in Bathurst to unship the previous day; during that night he became worse, and continued so until midnight on Sunday, when he expired. The deceased was a shoemaker by trade, had been a soldier, and for many years a member of Captain Piper's band.




WEBER, Adelaide (Adelaide Emilie Henrietta Amelia SCHLEUSE; Mrs. Adalbert Arnold WEBER)

Musician, composer

Born Berlin, Prussia (Germany), 28 March 1816; baptised Koniglieben Garnison, 5 May 1816; daughter of Ludwig Adolph Leberecht von der SCHLEUSE and Emilie Philippine Charlotte Johanne SCHEURICH
Married Adalbert Arnold WEBER (c. 1824-1890), by c. 1850
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 19 April 1854 (per Croesus, from Southampton, 11 January)
Died Darlinghurst, NSW, 2 March 1901, in her 85th year

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Adelaide+von+Weber+1816-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBER-Adelaide (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Adelaide Weber and her two English-born children (Louisa and Carl) arrived in Sydney from London on 19 April 1854, her husband Adalbert having sailed separately on the Anglesey to Melbourne (he arrived in Sydney on the Hellespont in May).

They settled at Braidwood in 1855, where Adalbert was government superintendent of roads.

In July 1870, John Alexander Engel printed Adelaide's setting of Hail! glorious light of life, published in aid of the funds for the Church of England boys' day school on the North Shore.


Documentation:

Births and baptisms, Berlin, Prussia, 1816, Koniglieben Garnison; Taufen, Heiraten u Konfirm 1806-1821

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61229/images/0070682-00357?pId=2401696 (PAYWALL)

[No.] 112 / Adelheide Emilie Henriette Amalie / [born] 28. Mrz / [daughter of] Herr Ludwig Adolph Leberecht V Der Schleuse / Fr. Emilie Philippine Charlotte Johanne Geb. Scheurich / [baptised] 5. Mai . . .

"SHIPPING", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 April 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12958650 

April 19. - Croesus G.S.S.S. Company, 2550 tons, Captain J. V. Hall, from Southampton 11th January, Lisbon 24th January, Cape of Good Hope 10th March, and Melbourne 16th instant. passengers - . . . Madam Weber 2 children and servant . . .

[Advertisement], Illustrated Sydney News (22 April 1854), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63614232 

MADME. WEBBER, from London, begs to announce her intention of giving instruction on the Piano Forte, Singing, and the German Language.
Particulars and terms may be obtained from Messrs. H. MARSH and CO., 490 1/2 George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Marsh (musicseller)

[Advertisement], Illustrated Sydney News (24 June 1854), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63614503 

WEBER, MADAME, Teacher of the Piano Forte, Singing, and the German Language.
Address care of H. Marsh and Co., 490 1/2, George-street.

"BIRTHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (7 December 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13011540

On the 25th November, at Highgate, near Braidwood, Madame Weber, of a daughter.

"NEW MUSIC", Evening News (26 July 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article107125747

We are much gratified at being enabled to pass a very favourable opinion of a new piece of music, "Hail! Glorious Light of Life," a morning hymn, the words by the Rev. W. B. Clarke, M.A., of St. Leonards, and the music by Madame Adelaide Von Weber. As to the words, the composition is marked by a deep poetical and devotional spirit, and the inspiration of the author has been happily and characteristically rendered by the composer. It is set for four voices with organ or piano accompaniment, and opens with a majestic andante movement, varied towards the close of each stanza with a decrescendo suited to the sacredness of the theme. It has been printed by Mr. J. A. Engel, of York-street, and is published at Mr. J. B. Clarke's music depot, 23, Hunter-street. The profits accruing from the publication of the music will be given to the fund now in course of collection for the enlargement of the Church of England boys' day school, North Shore, and we hope the reverend author may realize enough to carry out his scheme.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Branwhite Clarke (lyrics); John Alexander Engel (printer, lithographer); Jacob Richard Clarke (musicseller);

"Dramatic and Musical Review", Australian Town and Country Journal (17 September 1870), 21

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70462043

. . . I have received for notice three pieces of music, all of a sacred character, and from the publishing office of Mr. J. R. Clarke, of Hunter-street. Good sacred music is very much sought after just now, especially in families; and these pieces are, therefore, likely to meet with general approval. Those of you who may have attended at divine service on Sunday evenings, about Easter time, at the parish church of St. John's, Darlinghurst, will remember the very beautiful hymn which forms the subject of the first piece under notice, entitled "The Pilgrims of the Night." It has also been sung in Tasmania, and is about to be introduced at St. James's Church, in this city - Mr. Furley, the organist there, having arranged it in chorus, which is now attached to the piece. The melody, an old Tyrolese national or popular hymn, is exceedingly beautiful, and the words, by the Rev. F. Faber, D.D., are poetical and appropriate. No. 2 is "Hail! Glorious Light of Life," a morning hymn, composed and arranged for four voices by Madame Adelaide von Weber - no doubt a connection of the great composer, of whom, to judge by the music of this piece, she appears to be a worthy follower - and the words by the Rev. W. B. Clarke, of the North Shore. And, though last not least, No. 3 is "The Song of Saul," composed to Byron's words by "Aimee," a signature which represents, I believe, Miss Thackeray, of Maitland, who lately pleased here very much by her organ performances. It is a fine stirring air, and exhibits great musical talent and skill in the arrangement and accompaniment. One or two passages are peculiar. The first two pieces are engraved and printed in Sydney, and in point of execution and paper are fully equal to any of the imported music . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Furley (organist); Emily Thackeray (organist)

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 March 1901), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14364481

WEBER VON WEBER. - March 3, at Surrey-street, Darlinghurst, Adelaide Emilie Henrietta Amelia Weber von Weber, Baroness von Schleisz, relict of the late Captain Adalbert Arnold Weber von Weber, in her 85th year.


Musical works:

Hail! glorious light of life, a morning hymn, the words by the Rev. W. B. Clarke, M.A., the music by Madame Adelaide von Weber (Sydney: J. A. Engel, printer and lithographer, 1870)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12106347

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164551862 (DIGITISED)




WEBER, Albert (Johann Friedrich Albrecht WEBER; John Frederick Albert WEBER; Albert WEBER)

Musician, professor of music, pianist, vocalist, band leader, cornet player, pianoforte maker and organ builder, composer

Born Hannover (Germany), 18 June 1830; baptised Stadtkirche Sankt Johannis, Hannover, 7 November 1830; son of Heinrich WEBER and Sophie EGGERT
Arrived Hobart, TAS, by mid 1857
Married Frances SIMS, Hobart, TAS, 17 October 1859
Died Melbourne, VIC, 7 February 1883, aged "53"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Albert+Weber+1830-1883 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBER-Albert (shareable link to this entry)

DISAMBIGUATION: Albert Weber (pianoforte maker, New York)


Documentation:

Baptisms, November 1830, Neustädter Hof- und Stadtkirche Sankt Johannis, Hannover; Evangelisches Kirchenbuchamt Hannover, 185224/124

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61007/images/0185224-00130?pId=1984365 (PAYWALL)

Johann Friederich Albrecht Weber / [born] 18. Jun / [baptised] 7. Nov. / Heinrich Weber / Sophie Weber Eggert

Hobart Town, TAS (by May 1857 to mid 1865):

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Advertiser (29 May 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264645603 

MESSES. A. WEBER, & CO.,
Pianoforte Makers, and Organ Builders,
181 ELIZABETH-STREET 181
LATELY arrived from Germany, beg to inform the public in general that they are prepared to repair and tune Pianofortes and Organs on the most reasonable terms.
Mr. Weber having been from his young years in the manufactory of his father at Hanover, understands this business throughout, as well theoretically as practically, and is able to undertake repairs of any description.
Take notice of the following recommendation: -
"SIR, - In forwarding yon the amount of your bill, I have much pleasure in stating that the improvement in my church organ since your repair is astonishing.
It was in such a delapidated state that I considered it past improvement.
(Signed) W. HALL, V. G.
Mr. Weber would feel most happy to receive orders to play at evening Parties.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Hall (Catholic vicar general); St. Joseph's church (Hobart)

"THE NEW ORGAN", The Hobart Town Advertiser (23 July 1857), 3

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Under the able superintendence of Mr. Weber, the new organ lately imported for St. David's Cathedral is being rapidly erected and completed. The various stops as they have been put in have been tried, and musical judges have pronounced the tone of the organ to be beautiful. By Sunday the whole will be completed, and the beautiful music of the Church Service will be performed on an instrument worthy of it. We hear, several amateurs have volunteered their services for Sunday next, to give increased effect to this fine instrument.

ASSOCIATIONS: St. David's cathedral (Hobart)

"OPENING OF THE NEW ORGAN IN ST. DAVID'S CATHEDRAL", Colonial Times (28 July 1857), 3

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On Sunday last the splendid organ which has been built expressly for St. David's Cathedral, by Messrs. Bishop and Sons, of London, was opened for the first time . . . Mr. Frederick Packer, organist of the Cathedral, presided at the organ . . . The Organ which arrived per Heather Bell, was erected in the Cathedral by Mr. Weber, a German organ builder.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Alexander Packer (organist); James Chapman Bishop and son (London organ builders)

[Advertisement], The Tasmanian Daily News (12 August 1857), 3

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ST. DAVID'S CATHEDRAL [accounts for new organ] . . .
Remittances to England in payment of Organ . . . 300 0 0
Premium on ditto . . . 6 10 0
Mr. Weber for building organ . . . 15 0 0

"COURT OF REQUESTS. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH . . . POLLARD v. SCREEN", The Hobart Town Advertiser (7 September 1857), 2

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Mr. McMinn for plaintiff. Mr. Crisp for defendant. An action for £8 for repairs to a pianoforte.
J. J. Pollard deposed that he agreed to put the piano in thorough repair for £10 and to allow him the use of a piano while the repair was being done. It was put into a complete state of repair, and was returned in five months. Cross-examined - I have performed the contract. When I delivered the piano it was in a better state of repair than when I got it.
Mr. Pollard, plaintiff's father, deposed that he had been a pianoforte maker twenty-six years. The piano (a square) was at his son's house in March last, when he arrived in this colony. It was out of repair in every part. The case and the action. From the number of insects inside, witness judged it had been out of repair some time. It had also been in the hands of some one who did not understand it. (A laugh.) The instrument was in as good repair when it went home as an instrument of that kind could be, £8 was paid on account, but upon applying for the balance, complaint was made, and permission was refused to see it, or to do anything to it that was necessary. Witness had worked for Messrs. Collard and Collard twenty years.
Mr. Crisp stated the defence to be that the instrument had not been put in thorough repair, and therefore the plaintiff was not entitled to recover.
J. M. Stanley a pianoforte tuner, deposed that he had seen the piano before it was repaired, and he saw it after it was returned. The work was not done in a workmanlike manner, and it was not in a thorough state of repair.
Cross-examined by the plaintiff (Mr. McMinn having withdrawn from the case, not being able to cross-examine according to the technical phraseology) - I have been a tuner nine years. I am a gardener also, and I believe I am a judge. I have not been brought up to the trade. As a tuner I work in the finisher's shop.
Re-examined - I served my apprenticeship in London and had 3000 pianos through my hands.
By the Commissioner - I am not with Messrs. Pollard now; there have been collisions between us.
H. W. Loveday, (a professional tuner of musical instruments) deposed that he saw the piano twice before Messrs. Pollard had it; I saw it when it was returned; it was in a worse state then. The sounding board was put in by screws and nails, which was wrong.
By the court - I came out months ago from Messrs. Broadwood's. I came to Messrs. Huxtable and Deakin
The Commissioner reproved the witness for importing aspersions into evidence . . .
Albert Weber, pianoforte maker and organ builder, deposed that he had examined the piano. It is not in the best state, it could be better. It wants covers to the hammers. It is not in a state like a piano that is repaired. The leather is not new leather.
By the court - I know Messrs. Pollard I have had no quarrel. I put up the new organ at the Cathedral. Putting a piano in repair, does not mean putting every thing new. I would rather make a new piano. (Laughter). By the plaintiff - This is a square piano, and it is different, I only looked at the action. I have been many years in the business. My father had a manufactory before me.
Re-examined - If I contracted to put a piano in repair, I should not put in such leathers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Joseph Pollard (piano maker); James Pollard (piano maker); John Millwood Stanley (piano tuner); Henry William Loveday (piano tuner); Huxtable and Deakin (music firm)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (22 April 1858), 3

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ALBERT WEBER, & CO.,
PIANOFORTE MAKERS & ORGAN BUILDERS,
Corner of Collins and Argyle-streets,
BEG to inform the Musical public in town and country that, having obtained professional assistance, they are now prepared to execute every order belonging to their branch of business, on terms which will give the greatest satisfaction.
Pianofortes and Organs built to order.
Pianofortes, Organs, Harmoniums, Seraphines, Harps, Violins, and every kind of Musical Instruments Tuned and Repaired, on most reasonable terms.
Pianofortes and Organs Tuned and kept in tune by the year, at the lowest possible rate.
Harmoniums for sale, very cheap.

[News], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (8 May 1858), 2

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A new Organ, manufactured by Mr. Weber of Argyle street, has been added to St. Andrew's Scotch Church in Bathurst-street, which was opened for the first time, on Sunday last.

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Advertiser (4 February 1859), 3

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Messrs. WORLEY AND FRODSHAM Will sell by Auction, WITHOUT RESERVE,
SUPERIOR GRAND CABINET PIANOFORTE, 7 octaves, in rosewood manufactured by Albert Weber, to order.
The instrument may be regarded as having all the latest improvements, and worthy the attention of parties wishing to possess an excellent article . . .

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (24 March 1859), 1

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Notice of Removal.
ALBERT WEBER, PIANOFORTE MAKER AND ORGAN BUILDER,
Begs to announce, that he has REMOVED from the corner of Collins and Argyle-street to No. 212 Liverpool-street, near Barrack Street.
Pianofortes, Organs, and every other description of Musical Instruments tuned and repaired on the most reasonable terms.
Orders received at MESSRS. WALCH & SONS', and at his establishment ,
No. 212 Liverpool street, Hobart Town.

[Advertisement], The Courier (16 April 1859), 3

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[ADVERTISEMENT.]
To the Editor of the Mercury.
SIR, Although I have great horror of newspaper correspondence, yet the unprovoked and unnecessary attack made upon me by Mr. Packer, "with the assistance of Mr. Lavenu," in your issue of the 12th instant, compells me, in self defence, to trouble you with a few lines.
The present condition of the organ has nothing whatever to do with the erection thereof, but arises mainly from the fact that the gallery is not strong enough to carry such an instrument but has sunk all over (in some particular parts as much as three inches); this I pointed out to one of the Churchwardens as likely to be the case previous to the erection of the organ.
Therefore any of your readers at all acquainted with the delicate mechanism of the instrument will easily understand its present condition, as far as it regards the acting of the stops, it being a moral impossibility that they can act unless every thing is as true as an hair. As to its being out of tune I beg to state that the instrument has not been tuned by me for more than twelve months, therefore it is unreasonable to expect it to be otherwise.
These statements I am prepared to substantiate by the testimony of several gentlemen in town, who have done me the kindness to inspect the instrument, and who, although objecting to my mentioning them by name in your columns have promised me (if necessary) they will accompany the Churchwardens to the Church, and point out to them the real cause of the present state of the organ.
I remain, Sir,
Your obedient servant,
ALBERT WEBER,
212, Liverpool-street.
Hobart Town, April 14, 1859.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (musician); at Packer's request, Lavenu had inspected the organ, and his report was published as [Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (12 April 1859), 3

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"HER MAJESTY'S BIRTHDAY BALL", The Courier (20 May 1859), 2

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THE first public ball given in the spacious and elegant ball-room of New Government House took place last evening, in celebration of the birthday of Her Most Gracious Majesty, and was the most magnificent reunion of any hitherto given in the colony . . . between 350 and 400 guests were present, who were ushered in by the dining-room, through the library into the drawing room where His Excellency the Governor and Lady Young remained for upwards of an hour, to receive their visitors . . . The music of a band of seven performers, organized by Mr. Weber (the organist and pianist of this city), was uncommonly good, and did credit to his musical genius . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry and Augusta Young (governor and wife)

"CONCERT OF THE CATHOLIC YOUNG MEN'S SOCIETY", Hobart Town Advertiser [Weekly Edition] (18 June 1859), 1

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This Society gave its first Concert in St. Peter's Hall, on Tuesday night.as announced. The Programme, which was divided into two parts - sacred and secular - was effectively rendered throughout to a pleased and applauding audience, consisting of nearly 200 persons, which was a remarkably good attendance considering the pluvial state of the atmosphere, and the cheerless aspect of the evening. The opening piece, (Kyrie, Mozart I,) was given with great taste and decision by a full chorus, accompanied with his accustomed skill by the organist, Mr. Hooke. The choruses exhibited the well-trained vocalists of St. Joseph's choir, and their conductor, Mr. Henry Hunter, to great advantage . . . The second part opened with a flute solo by Signor Gagliardi, (piano obligato accompaniment by Mr. Weber, whose splendid execution contributed greatly to the success of the piece). This solo produced a well-merited encore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edwin Hooke (organist); Henry Hunter (choir master); Giacinto Gagliardi (flute)

"THE BALL", The Hobart Town Advertiser (23 June 1859), 3

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The Ball in aid of the charities of the Young Men's Catholic Society, came off on Tuesday evening in the Old Government House ball room . . . About 200 persons were present . . . The band was under the conductorship of Mr. Weber and we need hardly say they played most effectively . . .

Marriages in the district of Hobart, 17 October 1859; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:858501; RGD37/1/18 no 140

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/858501 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-18$init=RGD37-1-18P79 (DIGITISED)

No. 573 / 140 / 17th Oct. 1859 St. David's Cathedral Hobart Town / John Frederick Albert Weber / 29 / Musical Instrument Maker . . .
Frances Phillis Sims / 21 / Spinster . . .

"THE ORATORIO", The Hobart Town Advertiser (9 February 1860), 3

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. . . As soon as Sir Henry and Lady Young arrived, the performances commenced with the Overture, Mr. Tapfield officiating as Conductor; Mr. Russell, leader: Mr. Buddee presiding at the Piano (Mr. Tapfield's Semi-Grand}; Monsieur Delsarte, Leader of the Tenores; Mr. Sharpe, senr., (of Launceston) Principal Double Bass, and Mr. Sharpe (junr), Principal Violin; Miss Carandini (Soprano), Miss Kent (Cont'Alto; Mr. Weber, Cornet . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Tapfield (conductor); William Wilkins Russell (leader); Julius Buddee (pianist); Camille Del Sarte (vocalist); William and Thomas Sharp (musicians); Rosina Carandini (vocalist); Ellen Kent (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (25 February 1860), 4

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In the matter of the Insolvency of Albert Weber of Hobart Town in Tasmania Pianoforte Maker . . .

"HERR SCHMITT'S CONCERT", Hobart Town Advertiser : Weekly Edt. (15 February 1862), 8

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As our space in yesterday's issue would only permit us to give a very brief report of Herr W. Carl Schmitt's concert, we take the present opportunity of noticing it more at length. Herr Schmitt had secured the services of our very efficient Battalion Band, who opened the concert with Bellini's grand overture themselves . . . Mr. Weber sang a song of Fesca's "Der Wanderer," which was so well liked as to obtain an enthusiastic encore. He substituted a very sweet song, "There's a Time," one of Herr Schmitt's most pleasing compositions . . . The Band opened the second part with Mozart's overture to "Die Zauber-flote," which they played with great effect. Mr. Weber then sang "Gentle Annie" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Schmitt (violinist, composer)

"THE ART TREASURES EXHIBITION . . . MR. WEBER'S PIANO FORTE", The Advertiser (1 January 1863), 2

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As a work of Art, Mr. Weber's new colonially made piano forte which is placed in the Large Room, deserves some extended notice. The instrument is pronounced by good judges to be perfect, it is made by colonial material, and the price fixed upon it is £100. The sounding board is of Huon or Macquarie pine, which Mr. Weber thinks to be far superior for the purpose to any continental woods. The frame and action are composed of myrtle, lightwood, pine, sassafras, and cedar; the key-board of Huon pine. Some different kinds of Colonial fancy woods are wrought up in mosaic, placed in front, and admirably shews the beauties of the material. The appearance of the instrument, its finish, its tone, and all its component parts will bear scrutiny. As a work of Art, it fitly occupies a place in the Exhibition, and the approval of his fellow citizens, with that encouragement which Mr. Weber anticipates, will eventually lead to the manufacture of such instruments in the colony, cheaper than imported, and more adapted for colonial use . . .

[Advertisement], The Mercury (5 January 1863), 4

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TO THE LOVERS OF MUSIC AND SCIENCE, THE PROMOTERS OF COLONIAL INDUSTRY AND THE PUBLIC IN GENERAL.
I beg to draw the attention of all the professional gentlemen, &c., &c., to a
PIANOFORTE made of Colonial Woods, and I wish it to be understood that the whole of it has been manufactured by myself without assistance.
I have long nursed the hope to show Tasmania what excellent qualities its native woods possess for the purpose of manufacturing pianofortes, as well as for sound as for its ne plus ultra durability.
Great pleasure it gives me that the Royal Society has acknowledged my successful endeavors, and given it a place in the Exhibition of Fine Arts at the new Museum, where it is now on view. It is my desire that it will be tried by all friends of music and art, that every one may form their own opinion about the touch, tone, and workmanship, which will be the greatest compliment to me, and will give higher satisfaction than any written testimonials.
ALBERT WEBER,
Pianoforte Maker,
212 Liverpool-street, Hobart Town.
PS. This afternoon between 3 and 4 o'clock, Messrs. Dentith and Gagliardi have kindly offered to try the power of the instrument in performing a few pieces.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Jackson Dentith (pianist)

"ART TREASURES EXHIBITION", The Mercury (13 January 1863), 2

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Mr. Pringle the accomplished organist of St. Peter's, Melbourne, who it will be recollected opened the Grand Organ at the Mechanics' Institute, Launceston, about two years since, a full account of which ceremonial appeared in this journal, performed on Weber's Pianoforte and expressed himself highly pleased with the instrument as a creditable specimen of colonial manufactures. Mr. Pringle played the following selections in that masterly style for which he is distinguished:
Premier Etude de Concert, De Gloria [sic, E. Goria].
Variations on Home Sweet Home, J. R. G. Pringle.
Polka Brilliante, J. B. G. Pringle.
Gouttas D'Eau, Ascher.
Mr. F. Packer also played several pieces in charming style.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Robert Grant Pringle (pianist); Frederick Augustus Packer (pianist)

"ART TREASURES EXHIBITION", The Mercury (19 January 1863), 3

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The Art Treasures' Exhibition was very fully attended on Saturday evening, when the Battalion Band were present, and, amongst other musical pieces, played a fine march called "The Volunteers' March," the composition of Mr. Weber, of Hobart Town. This evening, Mr. F. A. Packer has kindly consented to play on Weber's colonially-manufactured pianoforte, so that the visitors to the exhibition will have another opportunity of judging of the quality of this beautiful instrument.

"THE TASMANIAN TIMBER. TO THE EDITOR", The Mercury (14 July 1863), 3

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SIR, - In answer to the question raised by one of your correspondents signed Tasmania, concerning the woods of this colony, I feel much pleasure in passing the following remarks, as it has often grieved me to see the excellent qualities which this timber possesses remaining undeveloped in consequence of entire mismanagement . . .
ALBERT WEBER, 212 Upper Liverpool-street.

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, 20TH APRIL, 1864 . . . In re JOHN ALVAREZ", The Mercury (21 April 1864), 2

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His Honor delivered judgment in this case as follows: - The discharge of this insolvent is opposed by Mr. John Symons, a creditor who has proved a debt for £103, on the ground of misrepresentation and false pretence. Two bills of sale, of date 5th and 30th November, 1863, of various articles were given by the insolvent to this creditor, as a security for payment of money advanced. Among them was a piano described in the schedules of both bills of sale as "one cottage pianoforte, maker's name, Cox and Company." The insolvent in his examination said, "The piano mentioned in the schedule of the bills of sale is at Mr. Mills's, Veteran's Row. He took it away three months ago with my permission, but without the knowledge or sanction of Mr. Symons. This piano did not belong to me, but being in my custody it was inserted in the schedule of the bill of sale to represent one, my own property, then at Mr. Weber's for repair. The schedules, were read over to me before I signed them. I objected to both of them, and told Mr. Symons that the piano mentioned in the schedule would be taken away when my own was repaired and returned to me. I had this piano for no particular time. My own piano is still at Weber's. When that one mentioned in the bills of sale was taken away, my own was not repaired, nor is it yet repaired . . .
Albert Weber deposed: "The insolvent left a piano some time ago with me for repair. The auction price might be £35. I cannot say how much it would cost to put it in repair. When repaired, it would be worth £45 to £50, but when it was sent to me, it would have fetched £35 at auction" . . .

"POLICE COURT. FRIDAY, 27TH MAY, 1864 . . . PERJURY", The Mercury (28 May 1864), 2

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John Alvarez having surrendered to his bail, underwent further examination upon the charge of perjury . . .
Albert Weber deposed: I am a pianoforte maker carrying on business in Elizabeth-street. I know Alvarez, also Mr. Symons. In November last I had a piano of Alvarez's in my possession, and I still have it. It is a cottage piano, and when I received it, might at auction have realised £30 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Alvarez (defendant)

"COLONIAL MANUFACTURES", Hobart Town Advertiser: Weekly Edt. (19 November 1864), 3

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The very beautiful pianoforte, which we had occasion to refer to some time since, as having been manufactured by our townsman, Mr. Weber, from colonial woods, and which instrument has been much admired by professionals, as well for its tone as for its strength and durability, has been disposed of for the handsome sum of £80, to a lady acknowledged to be one of the first judges in the colony. And, while we congratulate our spirited townsman on his success, we must at the same time express our obligations to him for his determination, if possible to destroy the prevailing objections against colonial manufactures. The frame of this splendid instrument has stood the test of five years' wear - such a test as has only been equalled by those pianofortes coming from the very best of English manufacturers. Not only does the instrument to which we refer display the beautiful quality of our colonial woods, but its peculiar neatness and finish has won the admiration of all. We understand Mr. Weber intends at once commencing the manufacture of some new instruments, and we hope that be will meet with that encouragement which his spirited efforts deserve.

"M. DEL SARTE'S FAREWELL CONCERT", The Mercury (19 May 1865), 2

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There was a numerous and fashionable attendance at Del Sarte's Rooms last evening, on the occasion of a farewell concert given by the members of the New Town Philharmonic Society to M. Del Sarte, previous to his departure for Sydney . . . The Challenge Duett by Messrs. Weber and Del Sarte and the Largo Al Factotum of M. Del Sarte were loudly applauded and encored . . .

"COURT OF REQUESTS . . . SUSMAN v. WEBER", The Advertiser (6 June 1865), 2

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Mr. Graves for plaintiff. Mr. Cansdell for defendant.
An action for L11 10s 8d, for goods sent to defendant for sale on commission at 10 per cent, or return them.
Defence - Except as to 10s 8d, not indebted, and that plaintiff was indebted to defendant in L3 17s for work done; and further that he paid the balance into court . . .
By Mr. Cansdell - The contra account was sent about 2 months ago; the account produced was sent with the goods, and this other account of L11 had been sent since. Adolphus F. Spiller deposed to seeing the three organ accordeons referred to at Mr. Susman's; they were slightly damaged; he would have repaired them for Mr. Susman for 5s, and for any other person for 8s . . .
Thomas G. Strutt, in Mr. Susman's employ, gave evidence of the organ accordeons being opened, and Albert Weber, the defendant, who deposed to claiming L2 15s for repairing 3 organ accordeons; he was asked for an organ accordeon and went to Mr. Susman to ask him to allow him to sell them on commission, he did so, and found they were quite unsaleable, the water having got inside and spoiled the wires and works, and he repaired them; told Mr. Susman of their bad state, and he told him to repair them; they had a fall out and then Mr. Susman sent for them; it took him 4 days to get the instruments repaired; the charges made by him were fair and reasonable . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Adolphus Frederick Spiller (musical instrument repairer)

"NEW TOWN PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Advertiser (21 August 1865), 2

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The first annual meeting of the members of this Society was held at New Town, on Thursday last . . . A special vote of thanks to Miss Oldham for her services throughout the season closed the proceedings. We are informed that Mr. A. Weber will succeed Mr. Del Sarte as conductor, an arrangement which will, we believe, be highly approved of by the members generally.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Oldham (pianist)

"COLONIAL MANUFACTURE", The Advertiser (24 August 1865), 3

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We have inspected with much pleasure a new piano, which Mr. A. Weber has just completed to order of Mrs. Gellibrand, of South Arm. The instrument is in every respect an excellent one, and cannot fail to give complete satisfaction. It is constructed, with a few trifling exceptions, entirely of the woods of this colony, and proves - as did the piano built by Mr. Weber some short time since - the perfect adaptability of our woods to the purpose. The tone is very full and brilliant; the touch firm, yet light and clastic, and the workmanship throughout of a superior description. We would advise all our friends, interested in these matters, to call and see it, while it remains at Mr. Weber's, which, we believe, will be for two or three days only.

Melbourne, VIC (from late 1865):

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (23 October 1865), 8

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PIANOFORTE TUNING and REPAIRING. -
A. WEBER, PIANOFORTE-MAKER and ORGAN BUILDER, late of Hobart Town, Tasmania, from the firm H. Weber, Hanover.
Orders attended to punctually, and on the most reasonable terms.
77 Gertrude-street, Fitzroy, Melbourne.

"THE INTERCOLONIAL EXHIBITION", The Argus (22 December 1866), 5

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. . . Last to be mentioned, but not nearly least worth notice, is a vertical grand piano, a patent invention of its manufacturer, Mr. Albert Weber, of 77 Gertrude-street, Fitzroy, and late of Tasmania, he having made his first piano of colonial woods, at Hobart Town, so long ago as 1856. In his father's manufactory, at Hanover, he paid considerable attention to wood as a sound-producing agent; and this piano, the first he has manufactured here, is of colonial wood, even to the smallest part of the mechanism, his experience having taught him that seasoned colonial woods will endure the climate better than the imported article. Unlike other exhibitors, Mr. Weber has furnished visitors with the means of knowing what colonial woods he has used, and they are stringy bark, red mahogany (Eucalyptus rostrata), Huon pine, sassafras, cedar, red myrtle, and bark . . .

"THE INTERCOLONIAL EXHIBITION . . . MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS", The Age (15 February 1867), 5-6

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The following is a list of the jurors' awards to Victorian exhibitors, announced on Wednesday . . .

Organ: Mr. Fincham, organ builder, Richmond.
Pianofortes: Messrs. Wilkie, Kilner, and Co.; Mr. Weber; Mr. Anderson; Mr. Blazey.
Stringed Instruments: Mr. Devereux.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Fincham (organ builder); Wilkie, Kilner, and Co. (piano makers); William Ranger Blazey (piano maker); John Devereux (violin maker)

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Herald (22 May 1867), 3

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Albert Weber, of Filzroy, pianoforte manufacturer.
Causes of insolvency: Losses sustained in business and sickness of family.
Liabilities, L247 10s. 2d.; assets, L91; deficiency, L158 10s. 2d. Mr. Jacomb, official assignoe.

[News], The Argus (15 October 1873), 5

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Mr. David Hipwell and several other members of a society termed the Free Discussion Society were sued in the County Court yesterday by Mr. Albert Weber, musician, for the sum of £19, money due for services as a music teacher. The plaintiff's case was that several months ago an agreement was entered into between him and the defendants, who were members of the committee of the society named, under which he was to teach certain members of the society singing so that they could form a choir for a series of concerts which Weber was to conduct and of which he was to have half profits. Plaintiff also stated that there was an agreement that he was to have 5s per night for each time he taught the members and used his piano while teaching. After Weber had carried out part of the preliminary portions of the contract he fell ill and asked the committee to postpone a concert which was then announced, as the choir was not prepared for it and he was too ill to teach them at that time. They, however, did not postpone the concert and it proved a failure. The defendants appeared in person to reply to the plaintiffs demand. The plaintiff, however, proved his case to the satisfaction of his Honour Judge Pohlman, and a verdict was given in his favour for the full amount claimed with costs.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Williams Pohlman (judge, musical amateur)

"Deaths", The Age (9 February 1883), 1

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WEBER. - On the 7th February, at 2 a.m., at 75 Rowena-parade, Richmond, the immortal spirit of Herr Albert Weber, professor of music, late of Hobart, passed on to the higher life. A true friend, an affectionate husband and a loving father. "No longer awaits at the golden gate, for the angels have let him in."




WEBER, Albert G. C. (Albert Conrad Georg WEBER [sic]; Albert George Conrad WEBER)

Musician, pianist, organist, choral conductor, teacher of music

Born Adelaide, SA, 27 August 1858; son of Martin WEBER and Catherine Dorothea BIHRINS
Died Adelaide, SA, 22 November 1935, aged 76

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Albert+George+Conrad+Weber+1858-1935 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Weber-8138 (WikiTree)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEBER-Albert-G-C (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


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"DEATHS", The Advertiser (25 November 1935), 14

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WEBER.- On the 22nd November, at Adelaide, Albert G. C. beloved husband of Sophia Weber, of Flinders Park, and dearly loved father of Iris, Ethel, Laura, Horace, Victor, Gwen, Rita, and Norma (late of Wertheims) Aged 76 years. "Blest are the departed."

"Death of Mr. Albert Weber", The Advertiser (2 December 1935), 17

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Mr. Albert Weber, of Flinders Park, who was prominent in the early musical life of Adelaide, died at the age of 76 last week. He began, his musical career as a boy chorister in the German Church, Flinders street, and later studied the organ and piano under Mr. I. G. Riemann, at the Adelaide College of Music, which was the forerunner of the Adelaide Conservatorium now under the control of the Adelaide University. Mr. Weber served as organist at many Adelaide churches. He first played at the German Church, and, after 15 years at St. Cuthbert's Church, Prospect, he was organist for All Souls' Church, St Peter', St. Theodore's Church, Rose Park and St. Luke's Church, Whitmore square. Mr. Weber was instrumental in raising the standard of singing in the choirs he controlled, and arranged many of the well-known oratorios to make them suitable for church choirs. For 30 years he was associated with Werthiems Ltd. In his position as head of the tuning and repair department, he became associated with many of the leading musicians who visited Adelaide, and with local professional musicians. Mr. Weber is survived by his widow, who was formerly Miss Sophie Berryman, a well-known Adelaide singer, six daughters, and two sons.




WEBER, Emil Rudolph (Emil Rudolph WEBER; Emile WEBER)

Musician, pianist, organist, vocalist, publican

Born Germany, 1828
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 20 August 1849 (per Wilhelmina Maria, from Hamburg)
Died Schwarzburg, Germany, 8 October 1892 (late of Melbourne and Sydney), aged 64

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Documentation:

"ARRIVED", South Australian Register (1 September 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50246496

Thursday, August 30 - The barque Wilhelmina Maria, 320 tons, Royseu. master, from Hamburg, 170 passengers. Touched at Bahie July 12th, and sailed on the 9th instant. Passengers . . . E. R. Weber . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (28 January 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38452992 

CONCERT of MR. G. FISCHER.
PROGRAMME: 1st Part. 1. Rule Britannia, quartetto.
2. Overture, "Masaniello," Auber - Herr v. Weber . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Fischer (vocalist)

[Advertisement], South Australian (5 July 1850), 1

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MONSTER CONCERT. GRAND COMBINATION OF TALENT.
IN AID OF THE FUNDS OF THE GERMAN AND BRITISH HOSPITAL.
Under the Immediate Patronage of HIS EXCELLENCY THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR AND LADY YOUNG.
UPON which occasion the following ladies and gentlemen have kindly offered their gratuitous services. 85 PERFORMERS !!! . . .
Piano. - Mrs. Murray, Mr. Ellard, Herr Cranz, and Herr Weber.
On Friday Evening, 19th of July, 1850 . . .
CHORUS BT THE ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY, THE DEUTSCHE LIEDERTAFEL, With a Full Band accompaniment . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgiana Murray (pianist); Frederick Ellard (pianist); August Cranz (pianist); Adelaide Choral Society (organisation); Deutsche Liedertafel (Adelaide organisation)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (21 May 1851), 2

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ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY.
WE the undersigned Members, in accordance with Rule number "15" of the above Society, providing for "Special General Meetings," request that a MEETING of the MEMBERS of the "ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY" may be convened for the purpose of revising the following Resolution, passed on the 14th of April by the Committee of the above Society : -
"Resolved - That Mr. Thurlow's letter, not containing any satisfactory reason for his absence, this Committee consider him no longer a Member of this Society, and that the same be communicated to him by the Secretary." And, for the further purpose of enquiring into the cause and justification of the above Resolution, we further request that the Minutes of the Committee, and all correspondence that may have passed in reference thereto, be produced and laid before the said Meeting, in order that the above Resolution may be decided by a majority of the Members present.
W. F. Osborne; Aug. Fried. Cranz; Redford Clisby; Wm. Harris; John Snaith; Wm. Chapman; Wm. Cobbin; C. Linger; Matthew Sharp; Robert Wiener; D. J. Hiskens; Amil R. Weber [sic].
To the Secretary of the Adelaide Choral Society.
In accordance with the above Requisition, I do hereby convene a General Meeting of the Members of the Adelaide Choral Society, for SATURDAY EVENING next, at 8 o'clock, at the Freemasons' Tavern.
E. PARIS, Hon. Sec. May 13th, 1851.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Alston Thurlow (member); Eugene Paris (secretary); Ferdinand Osborne (member); Redford Clisby (member); John Snaith (member); William Chapman (member); William Cobbin (member); Carl Linger (member); Robert Wiener (member)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (25 September 1851), 2

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September 24. - Hero, brig, 163 tons, Captain Dale, from Adelaide, the 10th instant. Passengers . . . Mr. E. R. Weber . . .

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney (13 December 1851), 3

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MR. HENRY MARSH'S GRAND ANNUL CONCERT . . .
WILL take place at the Royal Victoria Theatre, on THURSDAY, the 18th DECEMBER.
Programme of the Concert. PART 1ST . . .
9. Grand Galop; 12 pianofortes arranged for this occasion by Mr. Moore.
Pianists, Miss Sara Flower, Mrs. St John Adcock, Messrs. Stanley, F. Howson, J. Howson, Sigmond [sic], Emanuel, W. Johnson, Herr Weber, Seymour, A. Moore, and Henry Marsh . . .
PART II . . . 9. "God Save the Queen," by full Military Band and 12 Pianofortes . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Marsh (musician); Andrew Moore (pianist); Sara Flower (pianist); Marianne Adcock (pianist); William Stanley (pianist); Frank Howson (pianist); John Howson (pianist); William Abercrombie Sigmont (pianist); Abraham Emanuel (pianist); William Jonathan Johnson (pianist); Richard Seymour (pianist)

"THE PHILHARMONIC CONCERT", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (12 November 1859), 3

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The promised concert of the Ballarat Philharmonic Society came off on Friday evening in the Wesleyan Schoolroom, Lydiard street . . . The orchestra numbered some fifty performers, of whom ten or twelve were instrumentalists, Mr. Turner being the conductor, and Mr. Fleury the leader . . . Some operatic selections on the violin and piano by Mr. Fleury and Mr. Weber respectively, and particularly the exquisite air from the "Somnambula" were among the gems of the concert . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Austin Theodore Turner (conductor); Achille Fleury (violin, leader); Ballarat Philharmonic Society (organisation)

"MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", The Star (25 February 1861), 4

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The committee met at the Institute on Friday evening . . .
CORRESPONDENCE . . . From Mr. E. R. Weber, offering to sell the grand piano used at the late concert given by Signor Bianchi, to the committee for the sum of £100.
Resolved - That the offer be declined with thanks . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eugenio Bianchi (vocalist); Italian Opera Company (troupe, 1860-62)

[Advertisement], The Star (14 April 1862), 3

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MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, STURT STREET. - Now open at the large hall, for a short time only, MR. KREITMAYER'S MUSEUM of ILLUSTRATION, representing our first and latest Explorers and other important personages. Open from 11 till 5, and from 7 till 10. Admission one shilling; children half-price. N.B. - Mr. Weber will perform on the Organ Harmonium, manufactured by Mr. R. H. Sutton, of Ballarat. For particulars see small bills.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Henry Sutton (musical instrument maker); Maximilian Ludwig Kreitmayer (waxworks proprietor)

[Advertisement], The Star (5 April 1864), 3

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THEATRE ROYAL. Under the management of Mr. D. SYMONS.
OPERA ! CONCERT ! FARCE ! FOR SIX "SIGHTS ONLY.
THIS EVENING, TUESDAY, Madame CARANDINI, Miss LIDDLE, Mr. W. SHERWIN, Mr. W. HOWSON, Mr. Leslie, Herr Weber, Mrs. Gill . . .

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (5 April 1864), 2

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The Theatre Royal was re-opened last evening when Madame Carandini, Miss Liddle, Mr. W. Sherwin, and Mr. W. Howson appeared as vocalists; Mr. Emil Weber and Mr. T. King assisting as accompanyists. The music consisted of ballads, operatic selections, and buffo songs. There was a tolerably fair house, though not so good as the programme and its execution deserved . . . This evening the programme will be changed in several particulars, and as the prices of admission are reduced to a very reasonable rate, there is little doubt that a larger audience will gather this evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Walter Sherwin (vocalist); Walter Howson (vocalist); Thomas King (accompanist)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (16 January 1865), 2

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As organist at St Patrick's Church, Sturt street, Mr. Emil Weber has been succeeded by Mr. Millar, whose mother and Madame Anna Bishop, the popular singer, are sisters . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Millar (organist); Anna Bishop (vocalist)

"EASTER MONDAY . . . THE GERMAN GYMNASTIC ASSOCIATION", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (18 April 1865), 3

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A musical and gymnastic entertainment was given last night by the German Gymnastic Association, at the society's rooms, late the Olympic Theatre, Lonsdale street. The performances were in aid of the funds of the Leichhardt expedition, and there was a moderately numerous attendance. A number of ladies and gentlemen had volunteered their services for the musical department of the entertainment, including Mrs. James Ellis, Madame Hertog, and Messrs. Julius Siede, Fischer, Lundborg, Richty, E. Weber, J. Sprinckhorn, and Master Weichmann. The members of the Liedertafel also volunteered their services, and sang several choruses, including the "Krieger's Gebet" (Warrior's Prayer), the "Coeur Konig" (King of Hearts), and the "Jagd Chor" (Hunting Chorus), in very excellent style, for which they were warmly applauded. Mrs. James Ellis received an encore for the song "O bright were my visions," and a similar compliment was paid to Madame Hertog for a German song, "Die Thrane" (The Tear). It was announced that Mr. Julius Siede and Mr. Lundberg were unaccountably absent; and that Messrs. Frank and John Howson had kindly offered their services. They performed several selections from Gounod's "Faust" very admirably, and were warmly applauded. One of the most interesting performances of the evening was a solo on the violin by Master Weichmann, a boy seven years of age, who is almost entitled to he called a prodigy for the excellence of his performance. Mr. E. Weber presided at the pianoforte. The entertainment concluded with an exhibition of gymnastic feats by the members of the German Association.

ASSOCIATIONS: Marie Kramer Ellis (vocalist); Julius Siede (musician); Wilhelm Carl Fischer (musician); John William Lundborg (musician); Carl Richty (musician); Johann Sprinckhorn (musician); Master Gebhard Weichmann (musician); Frank Alfred Howson (musician); John Jerome Howson (musician); Melbourne Liedertafel (organisation)

"Unsere Nachbar-Colonien. Wochenbericht aus Victoria", Süd Australische Zeitung (10 April 1867), 6-7

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Unser Melbourner Turnverein ist noch immer hauslos . . . Hr. Sprinckhorn ist zum Dirigenten der Liedertafel ernannt worden. Kürzlich veranstaltete der Verein eine angenehme Abend Unterhaltung mit Vorträgen der Liedertafel und trefflichem Clavierspiel des Hrn. Emil Weber . . .

[News], The Argus (10 September 1868), 4

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Last night that well-established musical society the German Liedertafel gave one of their periodical entertainments to their friends at Hockin's Assembly-rooms. It consisted of a concert, followed by a ball. The programme of the former was interesting as combining a good selection of vocal and instrumental music, embracing condensed overtures and part songs for equal and unequal voices. The small orchestra employed was constituted of stringed instruments reinforced by a flute and pianoforte (the latter being very effective under the hands of Mr. E. R. Weber), and was quite large enough for the room - a larger one, indeed, would have been less effective. Its leader was Mr. W. C. Fischer, formerly of the Philharmonic Society, and under his able guidance the two overtures that were played, "The Barber of Seville" and Auber's "Mason and Blacksmith" - a composition rarely heard in this part of the world - were performed exceedingly well. The latter - than which, as far as we could judge on a first hearing, Auber never wrote a more telling overture - was deservedly encored . . . much credit is due to Mr. Sprinckhorn, the director of the Liedertafel . . . Altogether, this concert, which was very numerously attended - the room, in fact, being crowded - was one of the best chamber concerts we have ever had in Melbourne. We shall be glad to hear more of the Liedertafel in due time.

"Facts & Scraps", The Australasian Sketcher (18 April 1874), 14

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A farewell dinner was given on the night of March 24 to Mr. Emil Weber, by the Melbourne German Liedertafel.

"NEW INSOLVENTS. SCHEDULE FILED", The Sydney Daily Telegraph (14 October 1881), 3

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Emil Rudolph Weber, of Sydney, licensed victualler. Liabilities, £18,922 7s. 7d.; assets, £33,102 12s.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 November 1892), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13886749

WEBER. - October 8, at Schwarzburg, Germany, Emil R. Weber, aged 64 years, late of Melbourne and Sydney. In Memoriam.




WEBER, Peter (Peter WEBER)

Musician, clarinet player, Theatre Royal (Adelaide), Schrader's Band, publican

Born Germany, c. 1835; son of Peter WEBER
Arrived Adelaide, SA, c. 1860s (per Champion of the Seas)
Married (1) Catherine (Kate) SOWEBRY (Mrs. GROCOTT) (c. 1839-1878), North Adelaide, SA, 5 July 1869
Married (2) Rebecca Nichols BOYCE (Mrs. HOLMES) (c. 1835-1883), North Adelaide, SA, SA, 5 December 1878
Active Adelaide, SA, until 1901
? Died Parkerville, WA, 21 January 1916, aged "80/81"

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Documentation:

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (18 May 1869), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41393408

TOWN HALL . . . THIS (TUESDAY) EVENING, May 18 . . .
Grand Aria - "Gratias Agimus Tibi" - (Guglielmi) - Madame Anna Bishop. Clarionette Obligato, Herr Weber . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anna Bishop (vocalist)

MUSIC: Gratias agimus tibi (Guglielmi)

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The South Australian Advertiser (23 April 1870), 2

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On Friday evening, April 22, a concert for the benefit of a German family in distress was given at the Hotel Europe. The programme was sustained by Messrs. Hall, Schrader, Heydecke, Klauer, Chapman, Howson, Jarvis, Weber, Proctor, Weidenhofer, Pappin, Vincent, Waite, and Stratton, as instrumentalists, and efficient service was rendered in the vocal portions by the Liedertafel, under the leadership of Mr. Chas. Puttmann. It consisted of selections of operatic and other high-class music, and in every respect the concert was an admirable one. The laudable object for which it was given met with a hearty response, the lately enlarged and suitable hall being nearly filled.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Thomson Hall (musician); Heinrich Schrader (musician); Frederick Heydecke (musician); August Klauer (musician); William Chapman (musician); Charles Edwin Howson (musician); Nicholas Proctor (musician); Thomas Green Pappin (musician); William Stratton (musician); Charles Puttmann (conductor); Adelaide Liedertafel (organisation)

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The South Australian Advertiser (10 June 1870), 2

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The concert at White's Rooms on Thursday evening, in aid of the family of the late Mr. O'Donnell, was very largely attended, and altogether was a very creditable affair. The Catholic Young Men's Society were responsible for the arrangements, and they were fortunate in securing such a large array of the very best of our local musical talent. The gentlemen of the Liedertafel were a host in themselves . . . There was also a small but excellent orchestra, who did their work well . . . One of the gems of the concert was the cornet and clarionet duet by Messrs. Schrader and Weber, which was exceedingly beautiful . . .

"POLICE COURTS . . . ADELAIDE, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17", Evening Journal (17 October 1871), 2

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Charles William Morgan, compositor, Adelaide, was charged with stealing one shirt, value 6s., property of Peter Weber, musician, who identified the garment, and said he missed it from his bedroom on Monday, October 9. Prisoner was a lodger. Charles Joses Chester, pawnbroker, deposed to lending prisoner 1s. on the shirt on the 14th. Police-constable Mortimer arrested the prisoner in Hindley-street, and he denied all knowledge of the shirt. Prisoner now said that he wanted to post a letter to Melbourne, and having no money for stamps took a shirt, which he thought was his, from the top of his box in the dark and pawned it. The P.M. thought there was a doubt, and dismissed the information.

"DIED", The Express and Telegraph (20 September 1878), 2

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WEBER. - On the 18th September, at her residence, Orient Hotel, Wakefield-street, Kate, the beloved wife of Peter Weber, aged 39.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (31 May 1882), 1

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Mr. PETER WEBER, Late Solo Clarionette, Theatre Royal,
and principal Clarionette in the late H. Schrader's Band, purposes forming an
AMATEUR BRASS AND REED BAND, also an INSTRUCTION CLASS for preparing Pupils desirous of joining the same.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (2 June 1882), 1

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MUSIC. - TO AMATEUR INSTRUMENTALISTS, PUPILS, AND OTHERS. -
Mr. PETER WEBER, Late Solo Clarionette, Theatre Royal, and principal Clarionette in the late H. Schrader's Band, purposes forming an
AMATEUR BRASS AND REED BAND, also an INSTRUCTION CLASS for preparing Pupils desirous of joining the same.
Gentlemen wishing to become members of above or of commencing to Learn an Instrument will please communicate with Mr. Weber at an early date, as the number of pupils will be limited.
Terms on application. Address Gilles Arms, Gilles-street.

"POPULAR CONCERT IN THE TOWN HALL", The South Australian Advertiser (24 July 1882), 6

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. . . Herr P. Weber played a clarionet solo, "Fantasie and variations" (Du Comte Ory) in very good style, and gained a well-deserved encore . . .

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (7 May 1883), 4

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WEBER. - On the 6th May, at the Gilles Arms Hotel, Gilles-street, Adelaide, Rebecca, the beloved wile of Peter Weber, aged 48 years. Home papers please copy.

? [News], Gippsland Times [Sale, VIC] (23 May 1884), 3

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The residents of Sale and neighbourhood are promised another musical treat to-morrow evening at the Victoria Hall, when a really choice programme will be presented by Madame Fanny Simonsen, Mrs. Cutter, and Herr Weber . . . Madame Simonsen and Mrs. Cutter are each announced for six songs, and Herr Weber plays a clarionet solo from the opera of Il Barbiere (the barber of Seville) . . .

? "THE SIMONSEN-CUTTER CONCERTS", Gippsland Times (28 May 1884), 3

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On Monday evening the above gifted artistes gave their second and final concert in the Victoria Hall. An entirely new programme was presented, though we regret to say the attendance was far from commensurate with its merits . . . Herr Weber, who is a new comer to Sale, created a very favourable impression, and evidenced himself as a first-class musician. He contributed a fantasia by Giorza on the clarinet, and in response to an encore gave "Good night," a fantasia by Hartman . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Simonsen (vocalist); Cassie Cutter (vocalist); Paolo Giorza (composer)

"A CHARITY CONCERT", The Advertiser (23 August 1890), 6

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On Friday evening a concert, arranged by the Guild of St. John the Baptist and the employés of the Loco. Department of the S. A. railways, was given in the Town Hall in aid of the three infant children of the late Mr. James Connelly, who, with his wife and other members of the family recently died within a short time of each other . . . Mr. P. Weber cleverly performed a clarionet solo, "The harp that once," with variations. The concert from an artistic point of view was an undoubted success, and as the attendance was one of the largest that has ever been got together in the Town Hall the result should be a handsome sum for the juvenile beneficiares . . .

"MARRIAGES", The Advertiser (4 October 1895), 5

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WEBER - WHELAN. - On the 6th July, by the Rev. A. W. Wellington, Herman, the only son of Peter Weber, to Annie Margaret, only daughter of the late William Whelan, both of Adelaide.

ASSOCIATIONS: Herman Weber, born Adelaide, SA, 16 June 1873, son of Peter Weber and Kate Sowerby [sic]

Admissions register, Adelaide Hospital, 6 November 1900; State Records of South Australia

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/139668:62318 (PAYWALL)

No. 2559 / Weber Peter / Wright St. / 65 / Widowed / Roman Catholic / [Admitted] 6. 11. 00 / [discharged] 3. 1. 01 / Cardiac Rheumatism / [born] Germany / Musician / [ship arrived] Champion of the Seas / [years in colony] 44 . . .

"MUSICAL NOTES . . . MR. CAWTHORNE'S REMINISCENCES", The Register (8 June 1912), 7

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. . . In those days we had several brilliant instrumental players, notably John Hall, the brothers Heydecke, Schrader, Peter Weber, Charles Howson, T. Hunter, and Crede Royal . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Cawthorne (memoirist); Thomas Brooks Hunter (flautist); Creed Royal (flautist)

? "DEATHS", The West Australian [Perth, WA] (24 January 1916), 1

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WEBER. - On January 21, at Braehead, Parkerville, Peter Weber. Aged 80 years.




WEBSTER, Mr. and Mrs. (Mr. and Mrs. WEBSTER)

Actors, vocalists

Active Adelaide, SA, by July 1846

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (8 July 1846), 1

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ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE.
THURSDAY, July 9th, will be performed with new scenery, dresses, and decorations, the celebrated drama of
JACK SHEPPARD; OR THE PUNISHMENT OF CRIME . . . Wild - Mr. Webster. Mrs. Sheppard - Mrs. Deering . . .
Stage Manager - Mr. Deering.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry and Eliza Deering (actors, manager)

[Advertisement], South Australian (18 August 1846), 2

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Royal Adelaide Theatre . . . Thursday evening, 20th August -
SUSAN HOPLEY; OR, THE LIFE AND VICISSITUDES OF A SERVANT GIRL.
Susan Hopley (the servant girl) Mrs. Deering.
Song, by Mr. Webster.
"Sich a gittin up Stairs and playing on de Fiddle," by Mr. Howard, accompanied by himself on the violin.
To conclude with the comic ballet, entitled
FUN AND FROLIC; OR THE GHOST'S WEDDING.
Solomon Simon Simpkin, Mr. Dyball . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Howard (actor, vocalist); Mr. Dyball (actor, dancer)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 October 1846), 1

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ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE.
MRS. WEBSTER has the honour to announce that HER BENEFIT will take place on
THURSDAY EVENING NEXT, when she trusts the pieces selected will merit their approbation.
The entertainments will commence with a laughable Burletta, in one act, entitled
WHY DONT SHE MARRY? Natz Teik - Mr. Howard. Lissette - Mrs. Webster.
"Safely follow him" - Mr. Webster.
Song - Mr. Elmer.
Comic Song (first time here) - Mr. Webster.
{REDACTED] Song, "Clare de Kitchen" - Mr. Howard.
Favourite Song - Mrs. Webster . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adam Elmar (comedian)

[News], South Australian Register (14 April 1847), 3

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For the last few nights we for the first time during the season visited "The Royal Adelaide Theatre," and confess ourselves agreeably disappointed at the neatness and compactness which it displays, illustrating the old proverb that things are not always to be taken by their outside appearance. Crowded houses have, we understand, for the greater part of the season rewarded the industry of Mr. Deering the proprietor . . . The company is principally composed of persons, who, after siding with Mr. Coppin, have gone over to Mr. Deering . . . On Monday evening the principal piece was Wapping Old Stairs, in which Mr. Deering played the Maniac "Old Adams" with great effect . . . In the course of the evening Mrs. Webster sang Lovers' beautiful song, "The Fair Hair'd Boy," founded on the superstition of fairies stealing away children, with considerable effect, and which was loudly encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (rival proprietor)

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Mining Journal (4 November 1848), 3

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NEW QUEEN'S THEATRE, LIGHT-SQUARE,
THIS EVENING will be presented the laughable Farce entitled THE DOUBLE-BEDDED ROOM.
Dance, Mr. Jacobs. Song, Mr. Webster . . . Song, Mrs. Webster.
To conclude with the laughable Farce called the VALET DE SHAM.
J. LAZAR.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Lewis Jacobs (dancer, actor); John Lazar (actor, manager); New Queen's Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"[From a Correspondent at Kooringa]", South Australian Register (6 June 1849), 4

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The Kooringites were entertained during the past week by Lindon and Webster of the Queen's Theatre, who brought up a number of mechanical figures. Mr. Lindon decidedly deserves praise, he being (as I understand) the sole manufacturer of these figures, which are creditable, considering the scanty materials in this colony at the artist's disposal. Several songs followed, one of which was well sung by Mr. Webster, viz., "The merry month of May," which received an encore . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (2 November 1849), 1

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ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE. Grand Juvenile Night.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, FOR THE BENEFIT OF MISS CLARA LEE . . .
An entire new Act of Horsemanship by MR. ASHTON . . .
"Negro Melody," MR. D. GOLDING AND MASTER M. GOLDING.
Duett - "Buy a Broom" - MRS. WEBSTER AND MISS C. LEE . . .
J. H. S. LEE, Manager. November 2, 1849.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Henry Ashton (circus performer); John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor, manager) and daughter

MUSIC: Buy a broom (Alexander Lee); but see also the less well-known Buy a broom (Henry Bishop)

"ROYAL ALBERT THEATRE", The Hobart Town Advertiser (4 December 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264605521 

This pretty place of amusement was crowded to excess on the Regatta night . . . the performance commenced with the nautical drama of Black Eyed Susan . . . Susan, by Mrs. Buckingham, was played very well, as also Dolly Mayflower, by Mrs. Webster. This lady promises to be a favourite, in fact the whole of the company did justice to their respective parts. The evenings' amusement concluded with the musical farce of the Waterman, which was played very well, and the songs by Sam Tug, Johnson, Robin, and Turner were sung remarkably well . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Buckingham and wife (actors, vocalists); Royal Albert Theatre (Hobart venue)

PIECE: The waterman (Dibdin)

"QUEEN'S THEATRE", Adelaide Times (10 April 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207115434 

The Theatre was crammed on Monday evening, on the occasion of Mr. Coppin's benefit, with the most thronged audience it ever held. The pressure was so great that few could half enjoy the performances from the suffocating heat of the house. Mr. Coppin played admirably, and was well supported by a few more of the company . . . Mr. Webster was enough himself to ruin any performance, if the rest did not exert themselves in an extraordinary manner . . .

[Advertisement], Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (14 December 1850), 1

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Royal Albert Theatre, LIVERPOOL STREET.
MONDAY, December 16TH First appearance of MR. FAUCIT SAVILLE.
MR. AND MRS. WEBSTER, WITH THEIR WONDERFUL DOGS, BRUIN, AND CORA.
Whose unrivalled performance in the Neighboring Colonies has been the theme of universal admiration . . .
Song - Mrs. Webster . . .

"The Olympic Theatre", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (5 November 1851), 706

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65574044 

The performances at the Olympic on Monday evening were highly creditable to all concerned - nay, more, the acting was of a character seldom witnessed in these colonies. Mr. Webster, as the pompous Magog in the "Wrecker's Fate," forcibly brought to our recollection the famous Jack Reeve, of Adelphi celebrity . . . Mrs. Moore performed Alice with feminine sweetness, and Mrs. Webster sang a charming song in the character of Bella . . .

[Advertisement], Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (3 December 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173060714 

ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE, MURRAY STREET . . . THIS EVENING, DECEMBER 3rd 1851.
FIRST APPEARANCE OF MR. & MRS. WEBSTER, AND MR. JAMES, From the Royal Queen's Theatre, Adelaide . . .
J. R. KENNY, Manager.


Query, Samson Webster, comedian:

"QUARTER SESSIONS . . . WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 1854", The Hobart Town Advertiser (9 March 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264634167 

Ellen Sands was placed at the bar charged with stealing a watch and chain, value £5, the property of Sampson Webster. The prisoner pleaded not guilty. Sampson Webster deposed that he was currier by trade, but followed the profession of comedian; I live in in Sackville-street; saw the prisoner in a dwelling-house in Liverpool-street between the hours of 2 and 5 in the afternoon of the 6th of February; I was stranger in town, and came by the Cape Horn from Geelong here; I staid in the house about half-an hour; there were two females there and an old man; the prisoner was one of the parties present; I had a watch with me; I was very much intoxicated; I remember my watch was snatched from me, and that the button of my vest was pulled out, and my shirt was also torn; I could not say which of the parties who were in the room it was that snatched my watch from me; I never knew any pawnbroker . . . a verdict of guilty against the prisoner. Sentence deferred.

"EASTERN POLICE COURT. Friday, 5th June", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (6 June 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72514824 

Lester v Howson, £1 15s, work and labor as an actor . . . Cross-examined - Was tendered 10s, and refused to take it. Was engaged as "respectable utility," and was up to the mark. Was engaged as a super at the Princess' Melbourne. Left it when the theatre closed. The first piece he appeared in at the Charlie was the "Enchantress," and he played to the satisfaction of the public . . . Frank Howson deposed that the plaintiff appeared in the "Enchantress" . . . Samson Webster gave a definition of "respectable utility." He never saw Mr. Lester perform, but heard him make an attempt to deliver a few lines in the "Enchantress." (Laughter.) He was perfectly incompetent to act any part on the stage, and he had to be drilled to walk even . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Howson (actor, vocalist, manager)

"EASTERN POLICE COURT. Monday, 5th December . . . DRUNKARDS", The Star (6 December 1864), 4

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Richard Kerrick, Peter Malone, Richard Kemp, and Samson Webster, brought up for having been drunk, were discharged . . . In the case of Webster, this person stated he was not accustomed to tippling, and the close air of the town, with a few glasses of beer, operated upon his country nerves so severely as to deprive him of his senses for a time. Upon this excuse, as already stated, he was discharged, when he marked his appreciation of his Worship's leniency by contributing a few shillings to the poor-box, and bowing himself respectfully out of Court . . .




WEBSTER, Mr. (Mr. WEBSTER)

Musician, violinist

Active Castlemaine, VIC, 1855

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (30 March 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202631801 

GREAT ATTRACTION !!!
Grand Vocal and Instrumental Concert at the Mount Alexander Hotel, Forest Creek.
Re-engagement of Miss L. Swannell, the Australian Nightingale.
MR. COWPER has the honor to announce to the Inhabitants of Castlemaine, Forest Creek, and its vicinity, that a Grand Vocal and Instrumental Concert, will be held at his Establishment, ON TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 3rd,
When will be performed some of the most admired selections from the works of Haydn, Rossini, Donizetti, Bellini, Rode, Balfe, De Beriot, Wallace, Hayward, &c. &c.
PRINCIPAL VOCALISTS - Miss Louisa Swannell, the Australian Nightingale.
Miss Swannell. Miss Byrne. Mr. Morran. Mr. Huggons.
Mr. Webster, the justly celebrated Violinist, and pupil of Hayward the English Paganini, will execute some of his most admired Solos, &c., &c.
Mr. Sothern will preside at the Piano Forte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louisa Swannell (vocalist); John Russell Sothern (pianist); Henry Hayward (English violinist)




WEBSTER, Alexander (Alexander WEBSTER)

Amateur vocalist, choir leader, choirmaster (Presbyterian)

Born Edinburgh, Scotland, 31 October 1819
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, June 1841 (per Brilliant, from Greenock, 31 December 1840)
Arrived Launceston, VDL (TAS), 7 July 1841 (per Scout, via Melbourne)
Married Mary KIRK (c. 1819-1858), Launceston, VDL (TAS), 17 September 1844
Married Rachel ALLAN (c. 1830-1910), Chalmer's church, East Melbourne, VIC, 24 February 1859
Died Launceston, TAS, 8 April 1907

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Documentation:

"Launceston Shipping List. ARRIVALS", Launceston Advertiser (26 August 1841), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84754419 

August 30. - Brig Scout, 95 tons, Gwatkin, master, for [sic] Port Phillip; Willis & Co., agents . . . Passengers, - Dr. Kilgour, Thomas Spicer, William Winter, William Waller, G. Cook, A. Webster.

"SCOTCH CHURCH", Launceston Examiner (17 October 1849), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36258687 

Tuesday being the day fixed for laying the foundation stone of the new Scotch church by his excellency the lieutenant governor, according to arrangement, the members of the masonic body at one left the lodge for the kirk, where a short service was conducted by the Rev. R. K. Ewing . . . After making a few observations on the lasting honor which must attach itself to those who had been the means of commencing this building, his excellency took the trowel, and having spread the mortar, the stone was lowered to its place. The old 100th Psalm was then sung by the assembly, with a pretty effect, led by Mr. Webster . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Kirkwood Ewing (Presbyterian clergyman)

"ST. ANDREW'S DINNER", Launceston Examiner (6 December 1851), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36261945 

On Tuesday evening the patriotic sons of Scotia assembled to celebrate the annual commemoration of their patron saint. Altogether the members of the society and their guests numbered about sixty. The dinner was spread in the large upper room of the Cornwall, in consequence of improvements to the lower one not being sufficiently forward to allow of its use. This circumstance also rendered it necessary to station the band too close to the company, and the noise was occasionally unpleasant . . . The chair was filled by the president of the society, J. A. Eddie, Esq. . . . At the request of the chairman Mr. Webster sang," Oh I would I were a boy again" . . . So much conviviality prevailed during the evening that time flew unnoticed, and at this stage, it being past twelve, most of the company withdrew; a few, however, remained a short time longer, and were entertained with songs and dancing. In the course of the evening several good songs were sung by Messrs. Webster, Bain, Cathcart, McKechney, Bruce, and Captains Neilly and Rich; and the toasts were followed by appropriate airs, played by the band, under the management of Mr. Allen.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Allen (musician)

"ST. ANDREW'S DINNER", Launceston Examiner (3 December 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36270704

The annual festival of the society of St. Andrew, was celebrated on Wednesday night, at the Cornwall Hotel, when between sixty and seventy members and their guests sat down to dinner . . .
Song, Mr. Webster - "My ain fireside" . . .

"ST. ANDREW'S DINNER", Launceston Examiner (2 December 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36290842 

The annual festival in commemoration of the national Saint of Caledonia, was held on Thursday evening. The large room of the Cornwall was decorated for the occasion . . .
Another [toast] - "The allied Armies and Navies of France and England." Air - "Rule Britannia."
Song by Mr. Webster - "There's mischief brewing, mighty Czar." Loud applause . . .
Solng by Mr. Webster - "I've rov'd in many lands" . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (30 May 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65720654 

WANTED A PRECENTOR. - A Precentor for St. Andrew's Church wanted.
Immediate application to be made to Mr. Alex. Webster, Ironmonger, Charles-street.
By order of the Managers. May 30.

"ST. ANDREW'S DINNER", Launceston Examiner (1 December 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36295313 

The annual festival of the St. Andrew's Society was celebrated last evening at the Cornwall Hotel, and about sixty gentlemen sat down to dinner . . . The music was supplied by Mr. Sharp's band, and we never heard better . . . Song - "Oh, my Home, my Happy Home" - Mr. Webster . . . there was some excellent singing by Messrs. Webster, Irvine, Captains McKinlay and Greig.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas and William Sharp (musicians)

"ST. ANDREW'S SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (6 December 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36299838 

The annual dinner of the St. Andrew's Society took place at the Cornwall Ansembly Room on Wednesday evening . . . Song. - Mr. Webster - Steer my bark to Erin's Isle . . . Song, Mr. Webster - "Phoebe Morel" . . .

"GARDENERS AND AMATEURS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (6 January 1859), 2

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The annual meeting of this society was held last evening . . . Mr. Webster, the secretary, read the report . . .

"ANNUAL MEETING OF THE GARDENER'S AND AMATEURS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY", The Cornwall Chronicle (8 January 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65728059 

. . . Song, Mr. Webster - "In Childhood's happy Hour" . . .
Song, Mr. Webster - "Scotland I love thee" . . .

"THE MUSIC CLASSES", Launceston Examiner (4 June 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38996219 

The reunion last evening in connection with music for the million was attended by the members and honorary members of the classes, which filled the hall. Mr. Adams conducted, and Mr. Brooke gave his assistance at the piano; we also noticed several members of the Philharmonic Society. The classes performed some exercises on time and tune, which showed the satisfactory progress they had made. They next snug the pieces prepared by Mr. Adams, and already noticed by us as No. 1 of that gentleman's compositions for the class. In this Mr. Adams was indebted to the assistance of Mr. A. Webster, who took the solo part . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adams (conductor, composer); Launceston Philharmonic Society (association)

"REMINISCENCES", Launceston Examiner (12 November 1892), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39477627 

. . . The Sacred Harmonic Society was a kind of offshoot from the Philharmonic, being organised and conducted by Mr. G. Pullen, who received his training as a conductor at the meetings of the Philharmonic. This society did some good work in the way of encouraging a taste for classical music. The first society which existed in the town for the practice of vocal sacred music was a small affair which used to meet in the Baptist Chapel for practice. It consisted of perhaps 12 or 15 members, prominent amongst whom were the late J. S. Waddell, John Tozer, James Bennell, our present esteemed citizen Alex. Webster, several ladies, and a few instrumentalists. Indeed I fancy that this society had something to do with launching the Sacred Harmonic, whose baton was successively wielded by Mr. Pullen and Mr. T. Sharp . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Pullen (conductor); Thomas Sharp (conductor); Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society (organisation)

"DEATH OF MR. ALEX. WEBSTER", Examiner (9 April 1907), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article45808452 

Mr. Alexander Webster died early yesterday morning at his residence, York-street, in the fulness of 88 years of life, three-fourths of which were spent in Launceston, strenuously endeavouring to do all in his power to advance its interest in every possible way. He had been closely identified with the religious, commercial, and social affairs of the community, and in all circles he was during the whole of his residence regarded with the respect which is due to one who was an example of probity and upright conduct. He saw the town in its worst days, when it was but a small settlement, surrounded with many evidences that were crude and primitive, and did what he could to improve matters. He was here throughout the palmy time of the Victorian gold-digging era in the fifties, and no one more thoroughly rejoiced at the steady march made in progress and stability than he did.

Mr. Webster was born in Edinburgh on October 31, 1819, and apprenticed to Mr. Robert Ritchie, ironmonger, High street, of that city, for a period of seven years, at the age of 12 1/2 years. He remained in his employment until short time before leaving Edinburgh, and sailed from Greenock on December 31, 1840, to fulfil a six years' engagement with Messrs. I. and T. Corbett, ironmongers, of Launceston. The vessel was the barque Brilliant, 333 tons register, bound for Melbourne, Hobart, and Dunedin (New Zealand). After a long and eventful passage, having put into the Cove of Cork (disabled), Sierra Leone, and Table Bay, he arrived in Melbourne early in June, 1841. After waiting in vain for the Brilliant to sail for Hobart, Mr. Webster took passage for Launceston in the clipper, brig Scout, commanded by Captain Gnatkin, and arrived on the 7th July of that year. Deceased was married in 1844 . . .

Deceased joined the Scotch Church (now St. Andrew's) on his arrival in Launceston, and conducted the musical part of the services from 1843 till 1882. He was for many years in the management and superintendent of the Sunday school from 1859 till 1889 . . .

"OBITUARY", Daily Telegraph (9 April 1907), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article151597181 

After an illness extending over several months, death at last removed Mr. Alex. Webster. To say that the deceased gentleman was a familiar figure in the city but poorly expresses his great popularity and capability for hard work. Mr. Webster was more than a familiar figure, he was an institution. Since 1841 he has resided here, and has always been prominently connected with the city's affairs. He was a man of remarkable vitality, and even when he had passed man's allotted span of three score and ten years he was able to perform duties which would tax the capabilities of much younger men. He was born in 1819, so that when he arrived here he was 22 years of age, and was well fitted to assume business responsibilities. He came out under engagement to Corbett Bros., who carried on an ironmongery business in Brisbane-street. The voyage out was somewhat eventful. Mr. Webster travelled in the barque Brilliant, but the vessel was severely knocked about round the English coast, and she had to put into the Cove of Cork to be re-fitted. He landed safely in Melbourne, and came across to Launceston in the clipper barque Scout, and landed here on July 7, 1841. Three years later he married, and by that union he had three sons and five daughters, but one boy and two girls are dead. His wife died in 1858. In 1848 Mr. Webster severed his connection with Corbett Bros., and started business on his own account on the corner of Elizabeth and Charles streets, but just at the time that the gold discoveries were beginning to attract attention in Victoria he secured a lease of a shop on the corner of Charles and York streets, and continued to occupy it for almost a whole generation. He did not live and have his being within the precincts of his own shop, but took a vast amount of interest in the affairs of the city. He entered the City Council in 1863, and rose to the Chief Magistracy in 1870. Naturally, seeing that he had lived for such a long time in the city, and had witnessed so many changes and vicissitudes in its career, he was a storehouse of information on all points concerning it. He had a remarkable memory, and could call to mind incidents which had occurred long before the remembrances of the present generation. He retired from the Council in 1875, but his long connection with it speaks volumes for the confidence which the rate-payers had in his ability and integrity. He married a second time in 1859, and his wife is still living. By this marriage he had four sons and four daughters. In 1888 he relinquished business on his own account, and became associated with Messrs. J. C. Ferguson and Co.

On taking up his residence in the city he joined the Presbyterian Church, and continued a member of it until he died. He conducted the choir for 39 years, and was the superintendent of the Sunday school from 1859 to 1899, or 40 years all told. During his connection with the church he was ordained an elder, and was appointed session clerk . . . The deceased gentleman had been ill about six months, and died at a quarter to nine yesterday morning.




WEBSTER, John (John WEBSTER)

Musician, bandsman Band of the 4th Regiment

Born Hythe, Kent, England, 1803
Enlisted (4th Regiment), 7 December 1818 (aged "15")
Arrived (part of band with headquarters) Sydney, NSW, 27 August 1832 (per Clyde, from Deptford, 14 April, Portsmouth, 9 May)
Or (part of band), Sydney, NSW, 7 October 1832 (per Lord William Bentick, via Hobart Town)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 9 August 1837 (per John, for India)

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Documentation:

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot from 1 July to 30 September 1831 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642577284 (DIGITISED)

164 / Webster Jno. / . . . Band

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot from 1 March to 30 June 1833 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642465036 (DIGITISED)

164 / Webster Jno. / . . . Band

Pay-list of the 4th or King's Own Regiment of foot from 1 April to 30 June 1834 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1642388753 (DIGITISED)

164 / Webster Jno. / . . . Band

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (12 July 1836), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2205368

Theatre Royal.
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR.
FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SCHOOL OF INDUSTRY, SYDNEY.
ON FRIDAY EVENING, the 15th July, 1836, His Majesty's Servants of the Fourth, The King's Own Regiment, will perform, for the amusement of the Public, the Romantic Melo-Drama of
Bamfylde Moore Carew; OR, THE GIPSY OF THE GLEN.
Earl Moreland - John Owen
De Leon - John Webster
Albert - James Conway
Judge - Andrew Greig
Bamfylde Moore Carew - John Cownley
Planxty - John Lounon
Coleman - James Conway
Escot - William Moulding
Old Martin - Michael Barber
Walter - William Westrop
Nicholas - Francis Henwood
Willie McDougall - David Paton
First Gipsy - Thomas Perry
Second Gipsy - William Henderson
Third Gipsy - Frederick Green
First Officer - William Moulding
Second Officer - John Webster
Bridget - John Elvis.
Overture - GUY MANNERING, in character by the full Band.
AFTER WHICH A COMIC DANCE, BY MR. BARBER.
AND THE FOLOWING GLEES AND SONGS: -
GLEE - "Give me the Soldier," by Messrs. Paton Cownley, and Lomax.
SONG - "Darby Kelly," by A. Greig.
GLEE - "Dame Durdon," by Messrs. Paton, Cownley, and Lomax.
GLEE - "When Arthur First," by Messrs. Paton Cownley, and Lomax.
The whole to conclude with the very laughable Farce of
THE MOCK DOCTOR.
Sir Jasper - Andrew Greig
Gregory - John Lounon
Leander - David Paton
Doctor Helebore - John Webster
James - Thomas Perry
Davey - John Cownley
Harry - Frances Henwood
Squire Robert - William Moulding
Charlotte - James Conway
Dorcus - William Westrop
Maid - John Elvis
The Band of the King's Own will compose the Orchestra on this occasion under the management of Mr. Coleman, the Master, when several favourite Airs will be performed.
It is particularly requested that application will be made by persons for their places, which are entered in the plan of the House, to be seen at the Entrance door. Tickets 5s.
The doors will be open at Half-past Six, and the performance to commence at seven o'clock, precisely.
Boxes may be engaged at the Orderly Room of the King's Own Regiment, or the Sergeant Major's Quarters, directly opposite.
[manicule] Pit Tickets 5s each. N.B. - There will be no Half Price.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Cownley (bandsman, 4th Regiment); Francis Henwood (bandsman, 4th Regiment); William Lomas (bandsman, 4th Regiment); William Moulding (bandsman, 4th Regiment); Thomas Perry (bandsman, 4th Regiment); William Westrop (bandsman, 4th Regiment); George Coleman (sergeant master of the band, 4th Regiment); Band of the 4th Regiment (military band); Theatre Royal (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (13 October 1836), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12862033

Under the distinguished Patronage of His Excellency the Governor,
HIS MAJESTY's SERVANTS OF THE KING'S OWN REGIMENT
WILL PERFORM For the Benefit of the Sydney Dispensary,
AND THE AMUSEMENT OF THE PUBLIC,
ON FRIDAY Evening, the 21st of October, 1836, Dibdin's celebrated Comedy of
Three Weeks after Marriage,
When by particular desire the performance will open with
Balff's Grand Chorus of " Vive le Roi," In Character.
Sir Charles Racket - John Lonnon
Drugget - John Owen
Lovelace - Francis Henwood
Woodley - William P. Scott
Lady Racket - James Conway
Mrs. Drugget - William Westrop
Nancy - Frederick Green
Dimity - John Elvis
Glee - "How merrily we live that Soldiers be."
Song - "Darby Kelly," in Character, by A. Greig.
Duet - "Thou hast left me ever, Jamie."
After which, the laughable Farce of
The Lying Valet
Gayles - William Scott
Sharp - John Lonnon
Justice Guttle - Andrew Greig
Mr. Trippet - David Paton
Cook - John Owen
Mellissa - William Westrop
Kitty - James Conway
Mrs. Gadabout - John Elvis
Mrs. Trippet - Frederick Green
A Comic Dance, by Mr. Barber.
A Comic Song, (Giles Scroggins) by J. Cownley.
Overture, in character, by the full Band.
Market Chorus, from Masaniello, in character.
The whole to conclude with the very laughable Farce of
THE BRAVE IRISHMAN.
Captain O'Blunder - Francis Henwood
Treatwell - lohn Cowney
Cheatwell - James Conway
Sconce - William Scott
Serjeant - John Lonnon
Doctor Glysler - Thomas Perry
Doctor Gallypot - Andrew Greig
Monsieur Ragou - John Webster
Lucy - William Westrop
Betty - John Elvis
Finale - "Hail, all hail, our Patriot King," BY THE WHOLE COMPANY.
The Band of the King's Own Regiment will compose the Orchestra on this Occasion, under the management of Mr. Coleman, the Master, when several favourite Airs will be performed. The doors will be open at half past six, and the performanee to commence at seven o'clock precisely.
Boxes and places may be engaged at the Orderly Room of the King's Own Regiment, or at the Serjeant-Major's Quarters directly opposite.
It is particularly requested that applications will be made by persons for their boxes, as contained in the plan of the house, to be seen at the Orderly Room.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (8 May 1837), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12862539 

Theatre Royal, SYDNEY.
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR.
ON TUESDAY EVENING, 9th May, 1837, His Majesty's Servants of the 4th (this King's Own) Regiment, will perform the Romantic Melo Drama of
Bampflyde Moore Carew;
When, by particular desire, the Performances will open with Overture
"CALIPH OF BAGDAD"
Earl Moreland - John Owen
Nicholas - Frances Henwood
Martin - Michael Barber
Bampfylde Moore Carew - J. Cownley
Albert - James Conway
De Leon - John Webster
Walter - John Hedian
Judge - Andrew Greig
Planxty, or the Gipsy of the Glen - John Lonnon
First Officer - B. Calderwood
Second Officer - John Webster
Coleman - James Conway
Escot - Andrew Greig
Willie McDougul - David Paton
First Gipsy - Thomas Perry
Second Gipsy - William Scott
Third Gipsy.- C. Rielly
Bridget - Mrs. Downes.
After which, MR. W. WALLACE, Who has kindly offered his services, will perform A Grand Fantasia on the Violin,
In which will be introduced the favourite Scotch Airs The Soldier's Return, and Auld Robin Gray.
Chorus of Peasants and Soldiers.
Song - Kate Kearney, by Mrs. Taylor, who has offered her valuable services on this occasion.
A Comic Dance by M. Barber.
Chorus - Vive Enrico.
Song - Darby Kelly, in character, by A Greig.
A Comic Song by Mr. Buckingham.
Buy a Broom, by Mrs. Taylor.
After which, A Grand Overture by the full Band.
The whole to conclude with the very laughable Farce of
THE MOCK DOCTOR.
Sir Jasper - A. Greig
Gregory - J. Lonnon
Leander - D. Paton
Doctor Hellebore - J. Webster
James - T. Perry
Harry - F. Henwood
Davy - J. Cownley
Squire Robert - W. P. Scott
Charlotte - Miss Winstanley
Dorcas - Mrs. Larra
Maid - Mrs. Downes.
The Band of the King's Own will compose the Orchestra on this occasion, under the management of Mr. Coleman, the Master, when several favourite Airs will be performed . . .

Discharge, 4th Regiment, no. 164, private John Webster, 31 December 1838; UK National Archives, WO97/267/50/1

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBM%2FWO97%2F0267%2F050%2F001 (PAYWALL)

HIS MAJESTY'S 4th The King's Own Regiment of Infantry . . .
No. 164 - John Webster Private / BORN in the Parish of Hythe in or near the Town of Hythe in the County of Kent, by Trade a Labourer
Enlisted for the 4th Regiment of Foot at Winchester in the County of Hants on the 7th Decem'r 1818 at the age of Fifteen
1st SERVICE AFTER THE AGE of 18 Years . . . to the 31st December 1838 is Seventeen Years . . . as follows:
Drummer 7th Decem'r 1818 / Under age 18
Drummer 7th Decem'r 1821 / Under age 18
Private 25th Decem'r 1821 / 7 years 7 days
Private 1st Janua'y 1829 / 2 years 139 days
Imprisoned 20th May 1831 / [to] 11 June 1831
Private / 12th June 1831 / 2 years 133 days
Tried & Punished / 23rd Oct'r 1833 / 24 Oct'r 1833
Private 25th Oct'r 1833 / 31st Dec'r 1838 / 5 years 68 days
SERVED 6 years 346 days in the West Indies
7 months in Portugal / Five years in New South Wales
And in India since the 7 October 1837
DIABILITY . . . contracted in the service and not attributable to design, vice, or intemperance . . .
CHARACTER . . . his conduct has been that of a tolerably good soldier . . .




WEBSTER, John Campbell (John Campbell WEBSTER; J. C. WEBSTER)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, musicseller, music publisher

Born London, England, 1812; baptised Scotch church, London, 3 May 1812; son of Joseph WEBSTER and Janet ?
Married Sophia Law McCHRISTIE, St. Pancras, London, 25 January 1853
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 11 November 1861 (per Alfred, from London and Plymouth, 16 August)
Active Melbourne, VIC, by August 1862 (as "Wilkie, Webster and Co.")
Active Melbourne, VIC, by August 1868 (as "Wilkie, Webster, and Allan")
Died Moonee Ponds, VIC, 20 January 1875, aged "64"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Campbell+Webster+1812-1875 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

WEBSTER, Sophia Law (Sophia Law McCHRISTIE; Mrs. John Campbell WEBSTER)

Musician, vocalist, music teacher

Born London, England, 22 September 1828; baptised St. Mary Aldermary, London, 18 October 1828; daughter of Thomas Young McCHRISTIE (1797-1860) and Elizabeth COLLIN (1804-1878)
Married John Campbell WEBSTER, St. Pancras, London, 25 January 1853
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 11 November 1861 (per Alfred, from London and Plymouth, 16 August)
Died Moonee Ponds, VIC, 7th November 1872, aged "44"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Sophia+Law+McChristie+Webster+1828-1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


John Campbell Webster (c. 1870s)

John Campbell Webster (c. 1870s)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-148736762 (DIGITISED)


Summary:

According to Peter Game (1976, 59), in 1862, Sophia taught singing at Lewis and Julie Vieusseux's Ladies College, alongside George Leavis Allan (vocal music), and Julius Buddee (piano). Game surmised that this connection might have led to Allan joining Wilkie, Webster and Co. during 1863. Allan was first listed as a member of the firm in Sands' directory for 1864, though it was not until August 1868 that advertisements first registered the name change Wilkie, Webster, and Allan.


Documentation:

Register of baptisms, 1812, Wells Street Scotch church, London; UK National Archives, RG4/4205

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0151515-00090?pId=1212700 (PAYWALL)

That John Campbell the son of Joseph Webster, Tailor, in the parish of St. Pancras & Janet his wife, was baptized on the [3 May 1812] . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of St. Mary Aldermary in the City of London in the year 1828; register 1813-1906, page 18; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31281_a101935-00015?pId=638941 (PAYWALL)

No. 143 / [1828] Oct'r 18 / [born] Sept. 22 / Sophia Law daughter of / Thomas Young & Elizabeth / McChristie / No. 15 Basing Lane / Medical Student . . .

1853, marriage solemnized at St. Pancras Church in the Parish of St. Pancras in the County of Middlesex; register 1852-53, page 238; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2318862:1623 (PAYWALL)

No. 475 / Jan'y 25 / John Campbell webster / full [age] / Bachelor / Commercial Clerk / St. Pancras / [father] Joseph Webster / Dead
Sophia Law McChristie / full / Spinster / St. Andrew Holborn / [father] Thomas Young McChristie / Barrister at Law . . .

Melbourne, VIC (from 1861):

Names and descriptions of passengers per Alfred from London, 5 August 1861; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B1D49CA-F96C-11E9-AE98-BB631F4E00E4?image=159 (DIGITISED)

Webster John C. / 50 // Sophia / 30

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . IMPORTS", The Argus (12 November 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5705838 

Alfred, from London . . . 6 cases, J. C. Webster . . .

[News], The Argus (24 December 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5707239 

This evening the Melbourne Philharmonic Society give their annual performance of Handel's oratorio, "The Messiah," in the Exhibition Building. It is interesting to note that this is the ninth Christmas Eve on which this society has performed this sublime work. Two of the lady performers are new to the Melbourne public - viz, Mrs. Webster, lately arrived from England, and a member of the Royal Academy of Music, who is possessed of a pure contralto voice; and Miss Liddle, an élevée of the society . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (organisation)

[News], The Argus (26 December 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5707276 

It has for nine years past been the custom of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society to give one of their musical festivals on Christmas Eve, on which occasion Handel's "Messiah" has always been performed. Tuesday night proved no exception to the rule, and the hall and galleries of the Exhibition were then filled with an unusually large audience. The solo performers of the evening included Miss Octavia Hamilton, Mrs. Webster (a contralto lately arrived from England); Miss Liddle, a lady member of the society, and a pupil of Mr. Allan; Miss Julia Matthews of the Princess's Theatre, and also a solo singer at St. Francis's Cathedral; Mr. Farquharson, and Mr. W. H. Williams. Mr. Elsasser acted as honorary ,conductor, Mr. Louis L. Lewis as honorary organist, and Herr Strebinger as leader . . . The two airs for contralto singers were divided between Mrs. Webster and Miss Liddle. The former lady possesses a voice of much sweetness but little power. She sang, "Oh thou that tellest," but her nervousness was painfully evident and told against her. Miss Liddle sang "He was despised" after a fashion which surprised those to whom this young lady's talents were unfamiliar. Although it was her first appearance before such an audience, her full-toned powerful organ filled the building, and so careful had been her training that even her natural agitation failed to prevent her doing full justice to the music before her. The compliment of an encore was enthusiastically awarded her . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Leavis Allan (vocal teacher); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Julia Mathews (vocalist); Robert Farquharson (vocalist); William Henry Williams (vocalist); Charles Elsasser (conductor); Louis Lucas Lewis (organist); Frederick Strebinger (violin, leader)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (26 December 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154848557 

. . . Mrs. Webster, who is new to the Melbourne public, was received with considerable favor. With no pretensions to be a first-class vocalist, this lady, notwithstanding, rendered the parts entrusted to her with taste and feeling . . . Miss Liddle won the hearty applause of the audience by her rendering of the beautiful air "He was despised." She was rapturously encored . . .

"TOWN TALK", The Herald (26 December 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244181024 

. . . The lovely recitative and air, "Behold a virgin," was very judiciously rendered by Mrs. Webster, whose voice, although exhibiting proofs of careful culture, has scarcely sufficient volume to suit a building the acoustic properties of which, never too favourable to vocal display, have been recently rendered less so by alterations to the room . . .

[Advertisement], The Age (4 April 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154846402 

MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY . . .
THE FIRST SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT . . . Exhibition Building . . . TUESDAY EVENING, 8th April . . .
Tickets . . . To be had of Mr. J. Wilkie, 15 Collins street east . . .
Mr. J. C. Webster, Music Warehouse, St. Kilda . . .
W. G. DREDGE, Honorary Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wilkie (musicseller); William Gilpin Dredge (secretary)

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 April 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5713922 

MRS. WEBSTER (Royal Academy of Music, London) gives LESSONS in SINGING. Address, Fitzroy street, St. Kilda.

[Advertisement], The Herald (23 June 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244225894 

MADAME STUTTAFORD'S MONDAY NIGHT POPULAR CONCERTS. GREAT SUCCESS. At Town-hall, Prahran.
LOCKE'S Celebrated MUSIC to MACBETH, As well as a Selection of Ballads, Duetts, Buffo Songs, Glees, Etc.
TO-NIGHT . . . Mrs. WEBSTER, R.A.M., Contralto, (Her Second Appearance since arrival from England.)
Messrs. BEAUMONT, JACQUESON, and WILKINSON . . .
Pianists and Conductors, Messrs. LESSIGNOL and PLAISTED . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlotte Stuttaford (vocalist); Armes Beaumont (vocalist); Mr. Jacqueson (vocalist); Mr. Wilkinson (vocalist); Eugene Lissignol (pianist); Philip Charles Plaisted (pianist)

[News], The Argus (12 August 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5720082 

A concert was given last night by Miss Octavia Hamilton, at the Town-hall, St, Kilda. Miss Hamilton was, of course, the prima donna of the corps musicale, and she was assisted by Mrs. Webster, Mr. E. A. Beaumont, Mr. H. Wilkinson, Mr. Moxon, and one or two gentlemen amateurs, all of whom kindly volunteered their services. - The programme comprised songs, duetts, glees, &c., by Wallace, Macfarren, Glover, and other popular composers. Though there was little requiring special brilliancy of execution, or a display of any of the more showy powers of the vocal artiste, the selection contained ample to gratify the lover of genuine English melodies. The pieces were almost uniformly well rendered, all the vocalists acquitting themselves to their own credit and to the satisfaction of the audience. Miss Hamilton maintained her well-earned reputation, and this is all that need be said of such a deservedly popular vocalist. Mrs. Webster, though not possessing such claims to public approbation, was favourably received, and sang with good taste. The only solo, however, which was put down to her was "Dream-like Days," a canzonet, by J. Barnett, which is too difficult a piece for her to do full justice to . . . Mr. P. C. Plaisted was the pianist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Septimus Moxon (vocalist)

MUSIC: Dream-like days (by John Barnett); a "Miss Law", perhaps either Sophia herself, or a cousin, sang this song at a Royal Academy of Music morning concert in London in July 1848; see "ROYAL ACADEMY OF MUSIC", The musical world [London, England] (15 July 1848), 453

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=_PksAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA453 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 August 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5721194

The undersigned begs to intimate to his numerous customers and the public that he has this day
ADMITTED Mr. J. C. WEBSTER as MANAGING PARTNER in the music business which has been carried on by himself for the last 12 years.
Mr. Webster has had great experience in the business in England, having been for upwards of 20 years in the celebrated house of Messrs. John Broadwood and Sons, and will, by attention to business, endeavour to secure to himself that confidence which has so long been placed in the undersigned.
The business will in future be carried on in the name and under the style of WILKIE, WEBSTER, and Co.
All outstanding accounts are requested to be presented at once, that they may be paid by
JOSEPH WILKIE, 15 Collins-street east.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Broadwood and Sons (London piano-making firm), and see also Broadwood pianos in Australia (mainpage); Wilkie, Webster and Co. (Melbourne music firm)

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 August 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5721188 

HOCKIN'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS,
GRAND CONCERT and BALL Will take place at the above rooms, TO-NIGHT, AUGUST 29, Under the management of the members of St. Francis's Choir.
Principal Vocalists. Miss OCTAVIA HAMILTON, Mrs. Webster, and Messrs. Beaumont and Wilkinson.
Pianist and musical director - Mr. H. King.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry John King senior (pianist); St. Francis's choir (Melbourne); Hockin's Assembly Rooms (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 August 1868), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5825533 

WILKIE, WEBSTER, and ALLAN,
15 Collins-street east, Melbourne (Manufactory, 174 Queen-street north),
beg to announce that they have a large and varied assortment of
PIANOFORTES, of every modern description, constantly on hand, selected with the utmost care
From the Celebrated Manufactories Of
BROADWOOD and SONS, COLLARD and COLLARD,
ERARD, of LONDON, ERARD, of PARIS,
HOPKINSON, AUCHER FRERES, CRAMER, And a variety of other makers.
These instruments are of the very best manufacture, with all the latest improvements in tone, touch,
and mechanism, so that the purchaser may depend upon obtaining a really genuine and superior article
At the LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICE.
Pianofortes for Sale on the easiest terms, or for Hire, with Option of Purchase.
Old Instruments taken in Exchange.
COLONIAL PIANOFORTES (Awarded the only Prize Medal at the Intercolonial Exhibition, 1866-7)
THOROUGHLY SEASONED and PREPARED for the CLIMATE, possessing an EXCELLENT QUALITY of TONE,
And warranted to STAND ADMIRABLY IN TUNE, Prices from £33 upwards.
CHURCH ORGANS Imported, erected, tuned, and repaired.
ALEXANDRE'S UNRIVALLED HARMONIUMS In great variety.
COURTOIS' CORNOPEANS, And Musical Instruments and Sundries of Every Description.
The immense stock of VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC includes all the POPULAR WORKS of the DAY.
Complete vocal catalogue just published, containing the names of nearly 3000 standard songs, duets, &c., price 1s., or posted 1s. 4d.
Music forwarded free by post to any part of the colony.

ASSOCIATIONS: Wilkie, Webster and Allan (Melbourne music firm)

[News], The Argus (12 December 1871), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5857817 

A meeting of the council of the Australasian Dramatic, Operatic, Musical, and Equestrian Association was held at St. George's Hall yesterday; present - Messrs. George Coppin (in the chair), R. Stewart, Wm. Pitt, J. R. Greville, L. McGowan, R. Capper, G. Chapman, and J. Simmons. The following ladies and gentlemen were elected members of the association: - Life governors - Dr. J. Neild, H. Collier, J. Graham, W. H. Waters. Governors - Miss Anna Forde, Mrs. R. Stewart, Mrs. J. R. Greville, Arthur Lyster, Henry Hughes, John Campbell Webster and George L. Allan (of Wilkie, Webster, and Allan), William Henderson Glen, H. Cordell.
Members - James Young, Joseph Little, Ernest Jagar [sic]. Several donations were announced. Mr. Joseph Simmons, senior manager and actor in the Australian colonies, consented to appear as the Irish Tutor, for the benefit of the association, on the 23rd of December; Mr. R. Capper, the oldest actor in Victoria, agreed to support him . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (chair); Richard and Theodosia Stewart (members); John Rodger and Charlotte Augusta Greville and wife (members); Lachlan McGowan (member); Richard Capper (member); George Chapman (member); Joseph Simmons (member); Henry Hughes (member); William Henderson Glen (member); Ernest Jager (member)

"DEATHS", The Argus (8 November 1872), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5842063 

WEBSTER. - On the 7th inst., the wife of Mr. J. C. Webster, of Moonee Ponds and 15 Collins-street, aged 44 years.

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 April 1875), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5817160

The musical world will miss an old familiar face from amongst them. This morning at 12.30 Mr. John C. Webster, the head representative of the well known musical firm of Wilkie, Webster, and Allen, succumbed to a complication of diseases, from which he had suffered for the few months. Mr. Webster was about seventy years of age, and immigrated to Victoria in 1861. In the following year Mr. Webster joined the firm of Joseph Wilkie, with which he was connected till his death. Some two years ago the deceased gentleman lost his wife, since which time he never appeared to be himself again. He attended to his business till about four months since, when he was seized with an attack of jaundice, to which dropsy supervened, and to which was attributable the ultimate cause of his disease [sic]. Mr. Webster was for upwards of twenty-five years in the employment of Messrs. Broadwood, of London, as cashier and salesman. He was a good amateur musician, and look a lively interest in all matters affecting the interests of the musical world. Mr. Webster died at hie residence, Moonee Pond, last night, and was attended during his illness by Dr. Forde.

"Deaths", The Argus (21 February 1875), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11510916

WEBSTER. - On the 20th inst., at Moonee Ponds, John Campbell Webster, of the firm of Wilkie, Webster, and Allan, Collins-street.

[News], The Argus (22 January 1875), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11510962 

The death of Mr. J. C. Webster late of the firm of Wilkie Webster, and Allan in Collins street east makes another break in the chain connecting the present musical generation with the past. A period of nearly 40 years of service in the great London house of Broadwood and Sons brought him in contact with all the musical celebrities of the time whether of the French, German, Italian or English schools. A friend of Ries, the favourite pupil of Beethoven, he was also intimate in those circles wherein Smart and Stevenson were leaders. No man in this country was master of a greater fund of anecdote in connexion with the musical world of his day than the late Mr. Webster and his conversation amongst his intimates on such subjects was always full of interest and entertainment. He died at his place at Moonee Ponds on the 20th inst., aged 64 years, and was buried in the Melbourne Cemetery yesterday morning, in a very quiet manner.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ferdinand Ries (German musician); George Smart (London musician)

"LAW AND POLICE . . . IN EQUITY. THURSDAY, 25TH FEBRUARY", Leader (27 February 1875), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197939627 

His Honor granted probate to the wills of the following deceased persons . . . John Campbell Webster, £3500 . . .

[News], The Argus (16 December 1875), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7427431 

Intelligence was yesterday received by telegram of the death of Mr. Joseph Wilkie (of the firm of Wilkie, Webster, and Allan) in London, on December 10. Mr. Wilkie, who was previously a tuner, established a musical business, we believe the first in the colony, in Collins-street, on its present site, in 1850, being joined in 1862 and 1863 by the other members of the firm . . . Mr. Webster died last January, and after his death a dispute as to matters of accounts took place between his representatives, Mr. Gregory (Mr. Wilkie's committee [sic] in lunacy) and Mr. Allan, which resulted in an equity suit. This was settled a few weeks ago by a compromise, and a contract signed, by which the whole interest of the other two partners was sold to Mr. Allan, and the arrangement was only approved on December 9.


Bibliography and resources:

[Wilkie Webster, and Allan], "1850-1925", The Australian musical news (1 May 1925), 23

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-148736762 (DIGITISED)

Peter Game, The music sellers (Melbourne: The Hawthorn Press, 1976), 53, 59, 62, 77, 310

Prue Neidorf, A guide to dating music published in Sydney and Melbourne, 1800-1899 (M.A. thesis, University of Wollongong, 1999), 315-319

http://ro.uow.edu.au/theses/2926 (DIGITISED)




WEDEL, Charles (Charles WEDEL; C. WEDEL; Mr. WEDEL)

Venue proprietor, licensed victualler

Active Melbourne, VIC, by 1853
Died Ballarat, VIC, 7 October 1865, aged "39"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Wedel+d1865 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Age (24 October 1855), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154865847 

CRITERION HALL.- Gentlemen's Evening Club, - C. Wedel begs to inform his friends,
that the extensive alterations and improvements in the Hall are now complete, and that a Society . . .
to be called the "Criterion Club," will be immediately formed, the meetings to be held nightly.
The Musical arrangements will be under the able direction of Mr. Callen . . .
A Ball will be given monthly to the Subscribers without extra charge . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Criterion Hall (Melbourne venue)

"DEATH", The Ballarat Star [VIC] (9 October 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112879499 

On Saturday, 7th October, of apoplexy, at the Stock Exchange hotel, Lydiard street, Ballarat, late of the Criterion hotel, Melbourne, Charles Wedel, aged 39 years, leaving a wife and four children to mourn their loss.




WEE PIN

Musician, Chinese musician

Active Ballarat, VIC, 1863

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEE-PIN (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (3 October 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72517677

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE.
LAST GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT, THIS EVENING, SATURDAY, 3rd of October.
QUADRILLE BAND, Under the Leadership of Mr. Schraeder.
MISS PILKINGTON, MRS. JAS. BUNCE, MISS LIDDLE, MR. AMERY, And other Ladies and Gentlemen will assist.
MR. AH COON, Chinese Interpreter, has kindly consented to Sing a Comic Song in the Chinese Language, accompanied by full CHINESE BAND.
ADMISSION, ONE SHILLING.

ASSOCIATIONS: Hugh Ah Coon (interpreter); Samuel Frederick Schrader (musician); Anna Pilkington (vocalist); Charlotte Bunce (vocalist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Edwin Amery (vocalist)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (5 October 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72517721

The final promenade concert at the Mechanics' Institute, preliminary to the Auction Bazaar to commence on Monday, was attended by a large number of people who seemed resolutely bent on extracting amusement even from the most unpromising sources. The various amateurs who had given their services, sang and played with desperate earnestness, unaffected grace, solemn determination, or unbounded confidence, as the case might be; the Chinese vocalists and instrumentalists made the night hideous with their well-intentioned efforts to charm the barbarian ear; Schrader's band exerted itself in the most praiseworthy fashion, and the heterogeneous assemblage of objects which, on Monday, are to realise fabulous prices under the magic hammer of numerous auctioneers - all these presented their attractions to the ladies and gentlemen assembled in the elegantly decorated and splendidly lighted hall of the Mechanics' Institute on Saturday evening, but nothing seemed to impart so much gratification to those present as the mere excuse the affair afforded for a lounge, a friendly chat, a promenade, a recognition, and perchance a tender encounter.

At about nine o'clock Mr. Lang, the assiduous president of the institute, brought up to the orchestra a band of some tea or a dozen Chinese, whose services he had enlisted in the good cause. It had been announced that Mr. Ah Coon, the Government interpreter, would favor the company with songs in the Malay, Amoy, and Chin Choo dialects, but Mr. Ah Coon, it appears, did not feel himself in sufficiently robust health to trust his reputation as a vocalist to the hazard of an attempt that evening, confining himself to heralding to the audience the performances of his compatriots. With Chinese music and musical instruments our readers are somewhat familiar, but we dare say they will not be sorry to have the comments of an explanatory paper handed to us on Saturday evening by the president. From this we learn that Ge Sin played on the Kong-wai. The drums covered with buffalo skins were played by Ah Kow, and the gong by Le Tak. The Chinese guitar, or moot-kem, a flat circular instrument with four strings, played on by means of a small piece of bone, was manipulated by Lee-Sem. Wee-Pin played with bone the Sam-yen, a guitar like instrument of three strings, the sounding board being covered with snake-skin. The pan-ewoo, a flat disc of wood for the purpose of keeping time, was beaten by sticks. The shap-ar, a small oblong piece of hardwood six inches by three, was also used for marking time. Wee-Pin played the cymbals or cha, well known to dwellers in Ballarat East. Lee Tak also played the gong or laur, "very effective", as Mr. Lang says, "in producing loud music". Lee Yeng and Lee Chok played the tee-uh or tuk-tie, which produced sounds similar to the Scotch bagpipes, or Scotch organ, as Ah Coon calls the instrument. As we have before stated, Mr. Ah Coon did not sing, but Lee Tak and Kong Wai did. The first sang in his natural voice, and the second in falsetto; but, owing to the ponderousness of the accompaniment, neither could be heard. At the conclusion of the songs, the party retired amidst the applause which courtesy, if not appreciation demanded.

See also the above copied at [News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (6 October 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5736823 

And "CHINESE SINGING AND PLAYING", Bendigo Advertiser (7 October 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87939138




WEHLE, Charles (Karl WEHLE; Charles WEHLE)

Musician, pianist, composer

Born Prague (Czech Republic), 17 March 1825
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, June 1870 (on the mail steamer Geelong from Europe)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 1 January 1871 (for New Zealand)
Died Paris, France, 3 June 1883

https://catalogue.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/cb147801225 (BnF)

https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Wehle (Wikipedia)

http://imslp.org/wiki/Category:Wehle,_Karl (IMSLP)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-W-1.php#WEHLE-Charles (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Charles Wehle, ? c. 1860

Charles Wehle

http://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/btv1b8425893k.r (DIGITISED)


Summary:

Wehle came from a wealthy merchant family in Prague. He studied piano with Ignace Moscheles, and with Theodor Kullak in Berlin, before settling in Paris. From there he undertook a round the world tour for the piano maker Pleyel et Cie, spending approximately six months in Australia before sailing, via New Zealand, for San Francisco. At his last Sydney concert he was billed to give the Australian premiere of Beethoven's Piano concerto mo. 3 in C minor, Op. 37, with the opera orchestra, though in the event he played only one movement. Also of note is his letter of appreciation of Charles Edward Horsley's Euterpe published in the Melbourne Argus in August 1870.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 April 1870), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5818613

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 June 1870), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5822992

[Advertisement], The Argus (30 June 1870), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5824397

"MR. C. WEHLE'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (6 August 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87913247

"MONS. CHARLES WEHLE'S CONCERT", The South Australian Advertiser (31 August 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28594674

"MR. HORSLEY'S CANTATA. TO THE EDITOR", The Argus (11 August 1870), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5828488

[Advertisement], Empire (3 October 1870), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63111687

"Dramatic and Musical Review", Australian Town and Country Journal (8 October 1870), 21

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70462473

Herr Charles Wehle, the pianist, has appeared at two concerts at the School of Arts (the third having been withdrawn), each of them being very thinly attended. An artist of great renown throughout the musical world of Europe, whom many heard in London and Paris in 1848, though only travelling through the colonies for health and pleasure, should certainly have made his first appearance here under more favourable auspices, and should have commanded the support of all musical connoisseurs. For a quarter of a century Herr Wehle's name has been in the foremost ranks of composers and executants. His fame is grounded more especially on his compositions than on his performances. He is a very brilliant player, his execution being full of fire and remarkably accurate. His touch is firm, perhaps not quite so delicate as to produce great contrast in light and shade; but in passages requiring vigour Herr Wehle's manipulation has not been excelled, if equalled by any artist whom we know in this country. The dirge-melody of Chopin's "Marche Funebre" lost effect by being taken in rather too quick time. In playing his own compositions Herr Wehle displays great animation; they are written in the best school of classical instruction, and are remarkably characteristic of their intended delineation. A "Marche Cosaque" is very original-quite Polish in style; the "Impromptu Styrienne", a "Canzonetta" (quite Bohémienne), and a drinking-song "Chant des Buveurs", very stirring and effective. In the latter case an encore could not be resisted; Mendelssohn's "Wedding March", was full of dashing brilliance . . ..

"Dramatic and Musical Review", Australian Town and Country Journal (10 December 1870), 20

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70463723

"Dramatic and Musical Review", Australian Town and Country Journal (17 December 1870), 21

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70463878

People can easily appreciate the beauty of a good thing in art without positively understanding it. There is something in the beauty of classical music which, if adequately rendered, will attract the senses though the mind may not compass its positive merits. No greater proof could be given of M. Wehle's merits as a pianist than the reception given to him at what may, in reality, be called his first appearance here at the benefit of Mr. Lascelles, at the opera, before a remarkably full house on Tuesday evening. The pianoforte usually makes but little effect in a large theatre where half its sound is lost amongst the wings and other openings of the stage, still less when accompanied by an orchestra, which, though assisting in a measure the solo instrument by combining the various harmonies, nevertheless frequently overpowers the vibrating strings. Even still less when classical music is played to a usually unsympathising audience; but it is a fact almost unparalleled in the history of music (quite so with regard to Australia) that a classical concerto by Beethoven - that in C minor - should not only have been encored, but with the most spontaneous warmth, and though, when we consider the state of music in this country, it must be acknowledged that the enthusiasm was due to the great merits of M. Wehle's execution; yet something must be placed to the account of the grandeur of the piece itself, and the capability of the audience to understand music of this description. The concert was by no means caviare to the multitude. Of course, in a miscellaneous performance like that of Tuesday, an entire concerto occupying usually over half an hour, would, to most people, have been wearying; the executant wisely confined himself, therefore, to one movement . . .

"ARRIVAL OF THE CITY OF MELBOURNE", Auckland Star (6 January 1871), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/AS18710106.2.3.4

"NOTES", Folio [Boston] (April 1871), 81

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=ntQqAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA81

M. Charles Wehle, pianist and composer has arrived in San Francisco, via Australia, from Paris.

"PIANOFORTES IN THE EXHIBITION.-VI.", The Sydney Morning Herald (12 January 1880), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28390002

Some ten years since Pleyel sent an artist of exceptional skill (Charles Wehle) with some of his instruments on a tour through Australia, New Zealand, Honolulu, and America. In all places concerts were given, and the merits of the pianos made known in the most agreeable manner by a musician thoroughly capable of appreciating and interpreting them.






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