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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 to deal with musical personnel first active after 1860, and the coverage is selective.

Major upgrades of the contents of this page were completed in April 2020 and February 2024, 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.

DEADNEY, Mr. (Mr. DEADNEY)

Songwriter, writer of comic songs

Active Ballarat, VIC, 1858

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEADNEY-Mr (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"POLICE COURT. Thursday, 11th February . . . WORK AND LABOR DONE", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (13 February 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66046545 

Irwin v Deadney - For £6, for board and lodging for four weeks. The defendant brought forward a set off £7, for writing local comic songs for the Star concert room. Mr. Irwin denied authorising the defendant to write the songs. Order for payment.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Irwin (proprietor); Star Concert Hall (Ballarat venue)

DEAGUE, Henry (Henry DEAGUE; Mr. DEAGUE)

Amateur musician, vocalist, choir leader, glee singer, conductor, builder, bricklayer

Born Gloucestershire, England, 29 March 1829; baptised Brethren Chapel, Frampton upon Severn, 17 May 1829; son of William DEAGUE (1801-1865) and Sarah SELWYN (1800-1872)
Married Sarah Ellen BLUNDEN (1831-1914), West Derby registry office, Lancashire, England, 3 June 1850 (certified copy seen)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 14 August 1858 (per Africa, from Liverpool, 16 April, aged "29")
Died Sydney, NSW, 1/2 March 1884, aged "54"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Deague+1829-1884 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEAGUE-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Register of births and baptisms, Brethren Chapel (Independent), Frampton upon Severn, Gloucester; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0148063-00017 (PAYWALL)

1829 / Henry Son of Wm & Sarah Deague was born Mar. 29th 1829 Baptized May 17th 1829 . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Kirkdale, Lancashire; UK National Archives, HO107/2190

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/LANHO107_2190_2190-0408 (PAYWALL)

[Boundary St. North side, no. 29 / Henry Deague / Head / 23 / Bricklayer / [born] Glouc'r Frampton on Severn
Sarah Ellen [Deague] / Wife / 19 / Dressmaker / Derbyshire Matlock
William H. [Deague] / Son / 3 months / - / Lancashire Liverpool

Nominal list of immigrants per Africa from Liverpool, 16 April 1858, arrived at Melbourne, 14 August 1858; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/E295E325-F1B1-11E9-AE98-A7615D0B36BD?image=238 (DIGITISED)

. . . Deague Henry / Bricklayer / Gloucester / 29
[Deague] Sarah E. / 26 // Wm. H. / 7 // Sarah A. / Inf. . . .

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/E292AED3-F1B1-11E9-AE98-4DB218217A26?image=211 (DIGITISED)

9753 / Deague Henry / 29 / wife and 1 child female inf. / Bricklayer / [for] Sandhurst / . . .

"THE SANDHURST ATHENAEUM", Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (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 . . . As well as the crowded room could be approximately estimated, we believe that upwards of 400 persons were present, including a very large proportion of ladies . . . Two ladies, Mesdames Tully and Deague, lent their valuable assistance, and were of infinite service in the concerted pieces . . . Messrs. Deague, Fowler, Hopkins, and Fly, also severally appeared to advantage in glees and choruses . . . 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: John Alfred Fowler (vocalist); Mr. Hopkins (vocalist); John Fly (vocalist); Otto Linden (pianist); Mr. Hid (violinist); James Warden (cellist, vocalist)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (10 November 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87993429 

ABBOTT'S LYCEUM. THATCHER'S BENEFIT, THURSDAY, 10th NOVEMBER . . .
Locke's Celebrated MACBETH MUSIC,
Supported by Madame Vitelli, Mrs. Oakey, Mrs. Ellis, Messrs. Leeman, Bennett, Deague, Clapham, Thatcher, and Warden . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Henry Abbott (proprietor, Deague's brother-in-law); Annie Vitelli (vocalist); Eliza Stewart Ellis (vocalist); Frederick Leeman (vocalist); Newton Clapham (vocalist); Charles Thatcher (vocalist); Lyceum Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"THE PHILHARMONIC CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (7 March 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87942206 

The second subscription concert of the Bendigo Philharmonic Society was held last evening, at the Presbyterian Schoolhouse. Neither the attendance nor the entertainment came up to that of the last concert . . . In bringing out Schiller's Lay of the Bell, set to Romberg's music, they evidently overrated their own powers . . . Mrs. Ellis sang the whole of the treble solos, and, though in the first part her voice did not seem to tell as usual, she was deservedly encored in what may fairly be termed the prettiest solo of the evening, "Wearied now with toil of day." A recitative and quartet by Miss Lee and Messrs. Von Ende, Deague, and Dyason, narrowly escaped the same honor . . . Too much praise cannot be given to Mr. Pollard for the able manner in which he wielded the baton of conductor . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles William Von Ende (amateur vocalist); Joseph Henry Pollard (conductor); Isaac Edward Dyason (amateur vocalist); Bendigo Philharmonic Society (association)

"CHURCH OF ENGLAND SUNDAY SCHOOL", Bendigo Advertiser (6 July 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87944889 

Last Tuesday evening the Teachers gave their usual quarterly reunion to their friends, who numbered about thirty five . . . the Superintendent also reading his report . . . Glees, songs, duets, and recitations followed, a fine harmonium contributing to the harmony of a very pleasant and agreeable evening. The Teachers were indebted to the kindness of Miss Haines, Messrs. Deague, Fly, and Bridges, of All Saints' Choir, for their valuable aid in the musical portion of the entertainment, and to Mr. Bennett for the use of the harmonium, at which he presided . . .

"MR. POLLARD'S CHORAL REUNION", Bendigo Advertiser (28 August 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87946131 

The Town Hall was crowded to excess last evening by a most respectable audience, on the occasion of the eighth concert of Mr. Pollard's pupils, assisted by a number of gentlemen amateurs, who, in addition to Messrs. Hid and Barwick, volunteered their services . . . Of the choruses, Bellini's "With the sun sheltering canopy o'er us" was as well, if not better, rendered than any. Amongst the miscellaneous portion of the concert may be mentioned a part song by Messrs. Deague, Fowler, Nelson, and Newton, "When Evening's Twilight" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Barwick (musician)

"THE LATE ACCIDENT IN BARNARD STREET", Bendigo Advertiser (26 July 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87376109 

We understand it is the intention of a number of amateur vocalists shortly to give a concert, as a mark of their sympathy for the misfortune which lately happened to Mr. Deague, whose house, it may be remembered, fell in some days since, and severely injured himself and his wife.

ASSOCIATIONS: See also report on the collapse of Deague's house, which he had built himself; "FALL OF A HOUSE AND MIRACULOUS ESCAPE OF THE INMATES", Bendigo Advertiser (16 July 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87375898 

"MR. DEAGUE'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (13 August 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87376499 

The concert given at the Temperance Hall last evening, as a compliment and mark of sympathy to Mr. Deague, the choir master of All Saints' Church, who suffered severe injury a short time since, by the accidental falling in of his dwelling, was successful, both as regards the accomplishment of its object, and the entertainment provided. The programme abounded in novelties, and embraced the names of the principal vocal talent now available in the district. Madame Leon Naej, a songstress whose ability excels her pretensions, made her second appearance here, and was again successful in eliciting from the audience applause, cordial and demonstrative in the extreme. She sang Leonora's difficult aria in the third act of "Trovatore," with brilliancy of execution and purity of intonation, giving ample proof of the solidity of her attainments, and her capacity to deal with the most trying passages of the eminent masters. The duet from the same opera, "Home to Our Mountains," Si la Stanchezza (Azucena and Manrico), was undoubtedly the most successful combined effort of the evening. It was sung by Miss Lee and Mr. Miell, both of whom have already acquired a reputation as amateur vocalists with far more than the ordinary gift of voice and musical knowledge, and their presence at any concert cannot fail to be a source of gratification to its attendants. Mrs. Ellis, who also gave her services, sang the final song, accompanied by the chorus, of "Oh, what full delight," from Wallace's "Maritana." The Misses Robson, Haines, and Collier, contributed materially to the evening's entertainment; and the members of "The Sandhurst Glee Club" infused a large proportion of the spirit of their glees into the audience, and were applauded to the echo. The selections from "La Sonnambula," which opened the concert, were by no means done justice to; the other concerted music, however, made amends for the shortcomings of the singers in the more difficult composition of Bellini. Mr. Pollard conducted with all his usual ease and skill, Mr. Barwick being the pianist. From £20 to £25 will, we hear, be realised from the gross proceeds.

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Leon Naej (vocalist); Theophilus Miell (vocalist); Sandhurst Glee Club (association)

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (26 February 1862), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5710702 

Henry Deague, of Sandhurst, builder.
Causes of insolvency - Losses by contracts, depression of trade, and pressure of creditors.
Liabilities, £670 6s, 4d.; assets, £210 4s. 6d.; deficiency, £460 1s. 10d. Mr. Shaw, official assignee.

"COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT TO HERR SCHMITT (FROM A CORREPONDENT)", Bendigo Advertiser (13 February 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87934350 

. . . Tuesday's [10 February] concert at the Temperance Hall, got up as a complimentary benefit to M. Schmitt . . . Then followed "Sleep gentle lady" (and at a later period of the evening "Foresters sound the cheerful horn"), very creditably sang by the Sandhurst Glee Club - a promising society of young men, who have formed themselves into a club for the purpose of practising glee music, under the leadership of our fellow-townsman, Mr. Deague . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Schmitt (musician)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (5 May 1866), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87960545 

BROOKE MEMORIAL FUND. AMATEUR DRAMATIC PERFORMANCE, by MEMBERS OF THE MELBOURNE PRESS, AT THE LYCEUM THEATRE, On SATURDAY, 5th MAY . . .
. . . To be followed appropriate Music, sung by the leading members of the SANDHURST GLEE CLUB, Messrs. WATSON, PEEL, MIELL, and DEAGUE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (actor, deceased);
see also, "THE BROOKE MEMORIAL", Bendigo Advertiser (7 May 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87960572 

. . . After the comedy, the Sandhurst Glee Club (Messrs. Watson, Peel, Miell and Deague) sang the following stanza, appropriate to the occasion:
"Tho' the north wind may arise,
And the waves dash madly by;
Tho' the storm should rend the skies,
And vivid lightnings round us fly;
Tho' the tempest may appal,
And strike terror to the brave;
Tho' on high for aid we call,
And pray we may not find a grave;
Yet, I sigh for that fair shore,
Distant o'er the sea."
We may state that the members of the Melbourne Press amateurs have expressed their thanks to the members of the Glee Club for the offer which they made of their services . . .

MUSIC: Sweetly blows the western wind [. . . Tho' the north wind may arise] = The sailor's song (Hatton)

"VISIT OF THE GOVERNOR TO SANDHURST. OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION. (FROM OUR SPECIAL REPORTER) SANDHURST. THURSDAY [13 September]", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 September 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5773282 

To day, His Excellency Sir Henry Manners Sutton paid his first visit to Sandhurst, and at the same time formally inaugurated the local Exhibition . . . The hour fixed for the opening of the Exhibition was two o'clock . . . His Excellency, accompanied by the mayor and council of Sandhurst, left the town-hall at two o'clock, and was received with hearty acclamations by the multitude. On entering the building he was met by the Exhibition Committee, and conducted to a dais at one side of the building. The Philharmonic Society, under the leadership of Mr. Deague, then sang the National Anthem, the Hallelujah Chorus, and one or two other pieces of music . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sandhurst Philharmonic Society (association)

"THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Bendigo Advertiser (26 October 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87964683 

The third concert of the Sandhurst Philharmonic Society was given in the Lyceum Theatre last night; it is to he regretted that but qualified praise can be bestowed upon the performance. The society started fairly, the first concert was successful, the second a shade less so, but this, the last, was only tolerable. There is talent in the society, but either carelessness on the part of the members, or inability on the part of the conductors to bring it out. The force of the society has considerably decreased since the last occasion, and this may have had something to do with the falling away in the quality of the entertainment. The concert on this occasion was a miscellaneous one, consisting of choruses, songs, glees, duetts, &c. The chorus consisted of about eighteen vocalists, while there were some half a dozen instrumentalists. Mr. Deague conducted; the leader was Mr. Bower, and Mrs. Fatherly presided at the harmonium and piano . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Alexander Bower (musician); Charlotte Crofton Fatherley (musician)

"BENDIGO CHURCH CHOIRS (To the Editor of the . . .)", Bendigo Advertiser (30 November 1908), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article89423309 

Sir, - The reminiscences of All Saints' choir by "Musicus" sets a string of joyous memories vibrating. There are a few names I think should not go unmentioned when referring to the old choir of All Saints'. "Tom" Barwick, the organist in my time, takes first place in my memory. Then Miss Lee, Miss Haynes, Miss Robson, Miss Steane, Mrs. Beetham, and the dear, lovable Mrs. Barker, so long the head lady teacher of All Saints' day school; Messrs. Peel, Myall, "Charlie" Bridges, and Mr. Deague (whose grandson, by the way, has just finished building the new bank in View Point), and Mr. I. Dyason, who is still with us (and long may he be numbered with Bendigonians) . . .
Yours, etc., JOHN W. FAUL. 28th November, 1908.

ASSOCIATIONS: John William Faul (correspondent); Caroline Barker (vocalist); Myall = Miell (above); Charles Bridges (vocalist); Isaac Edward Dyason (amateur vocalist)

Bibliography and resources:

Henry Deague, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/188632352/henry-deague 

DEAKIN, James Edward (James Edward DEAKIN); J. E. DEAKIN)

Music publisher, musicseller, musical instrument seller, bookseller, stationer, surveyor

Born Aston, Warwick, England, 1 February 1818; baptised St. Philip, Birmingham, 10 April 1818, son of Francis DEAKIN and Lucy LAKIN
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), by 1845
Married Amy DIXON, Launceston, VDL (TAS), 26 June 1845
Departed Hobart, TAS, 20 February 1856 (per Indian Queen, for Liverpool)
Died Pershore, England, 6 June 1897, aged "79"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Edward+Deakin+1818-1897 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEAKIN-James-Edward (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Huxtable and Deakin (partnership, firm)

Summary:

In April 1852 Deakin was appointed Town Surveyor for Hobart by the governor, and his appointment was duly confirmed by the elected city council in January 1853. However, due to the low salary, he resigned in December 1853, and in March 1854 went into partnership with John Alfred Huxtable, as stationers, booksellers, and fancy goods merchants.

In 1854 and 1855, they also published music, as see listed at Huxtable and Deakin.

Deakin returned permanently to England, due to ill-health, in February 1856. Nevertheless, the partnership continued to trade in Hobart, as Huxtable and Deakin, until mid 1857, though without publishing any further music after the end of 1855.

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Philip Birmingham in the county of Warwick in the year 1818; register 1818-21, page 21; Library of Birmingham, M38

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/3458398:4981 (PAYWALL)

No. 161 / 1818 10th April / James Edward / born 1 Feb. 1818 son of / Francis [and] Lucy / Deakin / Deritend Mill Aston Parish / Wire drawer . . .

"MARRIED", Launceston Examiner [VDL (TAS)] (2 July 1845), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36240382

On Thursday, 26th June, by the Rev. Henry Dowling, Mr. James Edward Deakin, of Hobart Town, to Amy, youngest daughter of the late Captain Dixon, Kenmere, River Ouse.

"TOWN SURVEYOR", Colonial Times [Hobart Town, VDL (TAS)] (13 April 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8771219 

Mr. James Deakin has been appointed by his Excellency to be Surveyor for Hobart Town.

"CORPORATION OFFICERS", Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (12 January 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article172859296 

On Monday Mr. Andrew Crombie, Solicitor, was appointed Town Clerk of the City, and Mr. Deakin Town Surveyor and Director of Waterworks. With regard to the efficiency of these gentlemen, there can be no doubt . . . Mr. Deakin, as Town Surveyor, has done as much for the city, as he was able to do with the limited means at his disposal. We sincerely congratulate these gentlemen on their appointment . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (26 December 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2240398 

APPLICATIONS for the offices of CITY SURVEYOR and DIRECTOR of WATER-WORKS, vacant by the retirement of Mr. James Deakin, will be received at this office till the 7th of January next. The Salary will be £450 per annum.
By order of the Mayor and Aldermen, ANDREW CROMBIE. Town Clerk.

[2 advertisements], The Courier (18 March 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2240219 

PARTNERSHIP.
The Undersigned, haying entered into Partnership as Booksellers, Stationers, Commission Agents, &c., beg to give notice that the Business will in future be carried on under the style and firm of "Huxtable & Deakin," who will discharge all claims upon and receive all debts due to the late firm of Huxtable & Co.
J. A. HUXTABLE, J. E. DEAKIN, Fancy Repository, Murray-street, March 16, 1854.

REPOSITORY FOR BOOKS, STATIONERY, FANCY GOODS, AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL, MURRAY-STREET.
THE Undersigned have much pleasure in intimating that their Mr. J. A. H. will proceed to England per Antipodes, where he will remain for the purpose of selecting regular supplies of Standard Works, which will be shipped immediately after publication . . . HUXTABLE & DEAKIN.

[Advertisement], The Courier (20 February 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2499206 

THURSDAY, 21st FEBRUARY - Lease of Eligible Premises in Macquarie-street, Superior Household Furniture, Pianoforte, an Excellent Gig, Noted Greg Pony Jerry, Harness, &c., &c.
Messrs. BRENT & WESTBROOK . . . Have received instructions from J. E Deakin, Esq., who (from continued ill-health) is proceeding to England, to Sell by Public Auction, on the Premises,
on THURSDAY, the 21st February, at 12 o'clock, THE LEASE of that Delightfully-situated DWELLING and LAND in Macquarie-street, now in his occupation . . . AFTER WHICH The whole of the superior household furniture . . .

"SHIPPING NEWS. HOBART TOWN . . . ENTERED OUT", The Courier (20 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2499204 

February 20th - Indian Queen, ship, 1051, Jobson, Liverpool. Cabin - . . . Mr. and Mrs. Deakin and three children . . .

"GENERAL INTELLIGENCE", The Tasmanian Daily News (16 July 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201339869 

Large massive cedar shed, trays with three shelves on castors, show cases with glass fronts, office furniture, &c., forming all the moveable trade requisites of Messrs. Huxtable and Deakin, in addition to the general stock, will be sold by Mr. W. A. Guesdon, at the Mart, Collins-street, on Friday, the 17th July . . .

"CITY COUNCIL . . . MR. DEAKIN", The Tasmanian Daily News (7 July 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201342669 

His Worship the Mayor laid on the table a letter he had received from the Colonial Secretary, forwarding a communication from Mr. Deakin, who was living in England in rather distressed circumstances, and who had made application to the Government for a pension, in consideration of his having held the office of City Surveyor and Inspector of Water Works . . .

"MUNICIPAL COUNCIL", The Courier (8 July 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2460137 

The Mayor informed the Council he had been spoken to by the Colonial Secretary on the subject of Mr. Deakin, formerly the Town Surveyor of Hobart Town, who had written from England representing that he was in great distress, and applying for a pension. His Worship stated that all he could find was that Mr. Deakin resigned in consequence of the lowness of his salary. The Council authorised the Mayor to furnish a copy of Mr. Deakin's letter of resignation.

"DIED", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (19 March 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8805324 

At Green Cryce, Hereford, on the 18th of January, Amy, the beloved wife of James Edward Deakin, Esq., late of Hobart Town; and youngest daughter of the late Captain Dixon, 4th R.V.B. of Kenmere, Tasmania.

Musical publications:

For a list of musical publications see at Huxtable and Deakin (partnership, firm)

DEAMONT, William (William DEAMONT) = William DAYMENT (also DAYMONT)

Musician, blind violinist, died 1863

DEAN, James (James DEAN; J. DEAN; Mr. DEAN)

Amateur musician, vocalist, volunteer bandsman, printer, compositor, journalist, accountant

Born Cheshire, England, 1836; baptised St. Michael, Macclesfield, 13 April 1836; son of John DEAN and Martha ? (? WHITNEY)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 11 May 1855 (per Boomerang, from Liverpool, 6 February, aged "19")
Active Maitland, NSW, by 1857
Married Euphemia McLEAN (1837-1920), Maitland, NSW, 1858
Died Maitland, NSW, 15 June 1873

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Dean+1836-1873 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEAN-James (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

James Dean was born in Macclesfield, Cheshire, and at the time of the 1851 census, aged 15, was apprenticed to a printer and bookbinder at Congleton. Later in NSW he worked on the Maitland Mercury as a journalist, acting editor, compositor, and printer.

His brother Peter Dean (1827-1909), a carpenter and cabinet maker, had arrived NSW by 1850, and also settled at Maitland (where in 1858 he produced some of the woodwork for St. Paul's church, West Maitland), and later at Armidale.

Documentation:

England census, 6 June 1841, Macclesfield, Cheshire; UK National Archives, HO107/131/3/3/18/30

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/262760:8978 (PAYWALL)

Park Green / John Dean / 48 / Upholsterer // Martha / 46 // Peter / 14 // Wm. / 10 / James / 5 // John / 3 / [all born in same county]

England census, 30 March 1851, Congleton, Cheshire; UK National Archives, HO 107/2167/36418

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/11335418:8860 (PAYWALL)

Little Street / Edward Joyce / Head / Mar. / 30 / Printer and Book Binder . . .
James Dean / App. / 15 / App. to Printer / [born] [Cheshire] Macclesfield

Names and descriptions of passengers per Boomerang, from Liverpool, 6 February 1855, for Melbourne, VIC; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3AF96E01-F96C-11E9-AE98-A782DBE7F3B5?image=372 (DIGITISED)

. . . James Dean / 19 / Printer . . .

"MAITLAND PHILHARMONIC INSTITUTE", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (23 April 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18648681 

A meeting of this society was held in the hall of the School of Arts, on Monday evening, to take into consideration the future management of the society, and also for the purpose of enrolling members. Dr. McCartney, the president of the institution, took the chair, and briefly explained the objects of the society. At the suggestion or Mr. Sinclair, it was moved by Mr. Briggs, and seconded by Mr. Goldman, "That Messrs. Kellermann and Sinclair be authorised to negotiate for a suitable piano." This resolution was passed. Mr. Goldman kindly consented to lend an instrument to the institution until one could be provided. Mr. Dean offered to lend a valuable collection of music to the institution, which offer was accepted with thanks. It was then proposed by Mr. Dean, seconded by Mr. Goldman, and carried: "That the Secretary and Mr. Kellermann be authorised to make a suitable collection of music for the use of the Institution." A discussion then ensued relative to the admission of non-members to the concerts. The President intimated that the price of admission might be reduced, which would perhaps be the means of alluring the public, and also prove to the benefit of the institution. A resolution for this object was proposed by Mr. Dean, and seconded by Mr. Hitchins, the effect of which would be to reduce the price to 2s. 6d. Mr. Briggs objected to the resolution, on the ground that the entertainment which would be offered to the public would be equivalent to the charge of 3s. 6d. He concluded by moving an amendment to this effect, which, after considerable discussion was carried. Mr. Sinclair offered to deliver four lectures on "The literature of music," the admission to which would be charged for. After an announcement that practical operations will be commenced on Monday next, the meeting separated.

ASSOCIATIONS: Michael McCartney (president); Frederick Sinclair (lecturer, journalist); William Briggs (member); William Kellermann (conductor); Fortescue Hitchins (member); Maitland Philharmonic Institute (association, founded 4 April 1857)

"MAITLAND PHILHARMONIC INSTITUTE", Northern Times [Newcastle, NSW] (30 September 1857), 2

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On Monday last the members of the Maitland Philharmonic Institute gave a musical entertainment in the hall of the School of Arts. Long before the commencement of the proceedings the hall was tolerably filled, and ere the conclusion of the performance, was crammed to overflowing . . . Webbe's glee "Glorious Apollo" was sung by the company . . . Mr. James Dean sang a sacred solo, "Lord, remember David," with great precision and effect, his voice being very suitable to the rendering of that beautiful air. He was greatly and deservedly applauded . . . Mr. Kellerman presided at the pianoforte with his usual taste and ability. The whole affair was extremely well conducted, and passed off without anything occurring to mar the pleasures of the evening. The singing, though not first-class, was respectable, and such as cultivated ears might listen to with delight; and a better conducted audience never before assembled in Maitland, nor in any other place. There could not have been less than 400 persons present, and many had to go away, not being able to obtain admittance. We congratulate the Philharmonic Institute on this its first concert and first success, and hope that it will continue to extend its influence proudly and wide, until it reaches maturity and becomes an ornament to the town and neighbourhood.

MUSIC: Lord, remember David (Handel) [adapted from Sosarme, "Rendi'l sereno"]

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (19 November 1857), 3

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Maitland Philharmonic Institute.
A CONCERT will be GIVEN by the above Institute, in the hall of the School of Arts, on MONDAY EVENING, the 23rd November.
Doors open at Seven o'clock, Concert to commence at Eight o'clock.
Tickets, 1s. 6d. each; Members Free. Tickets can he obtained from: -
WEST MAITLAND: Dr. McCartney, Messrs. Hitchins, Goldman, E. Hart, James Dean, Wm. Lipscomb, James Fulford, John Pender, jr., R. Yeomans, Joseph Eckford, and W. Sloan. -
EAST MAITLAND: Messrs. James Cooper, Ross, Coulter, and Hamilton. - MORPETH: Mr. Andrew Thomas; and from
EDWARD P. CAPPER, JR. Hon. Secretary.
P.S. - Immediately after the Concert the committee will meet to receive members' names.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Lipscombe (member); Edward Peter Capper (d. 1920, secretary)

"MAITLAND PHILHARMONIC INSTITUTE", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (8 April 1858), 1

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The first Annual Meeting of the Maitland Philharmonic Institute, was held at the School of Arts, West Maitland, on Monday evening. About fifteen members only were present, the weather being unfavourable. The chair was taken by Mr. Benjamin Lee . . . Mr. E. P. CAPPER, jun., the Secretary, read the reports, as follows . . . Mr. JAMES DEAN moved the fifth resolution - That the thanks of the Institute be given to Mr. Kellerman, for his care and attention as musical conductor during the past year. He remarked that the great progress the institution had made was one of the best proofs of that care and attention. The resolution was seconded by Mr. TYTER and carried unanimously . . .

"MAITLAND PHILHARMONIC INSTITUTE", Northern Times [Newcastle, NSW] (10 July 1858), 2

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At a meeting of the committee of the Philharmonic Institute, on Monday evening last, the Rev. Mr. Thackeray, President, in the chair, Mr. James Dean was unanimously elected secretary of the Institution, in the place of Mr. E. P. Capper, junior, resigned. A vote of thanks was accorded to the latter gentleman for his past services. Mr. Dean, it will be remembered, was one of the originators of this valuable Institution, and has, since its commencement, been most indefatigable in his exertions to forward its interests. We congratulate the Institute on their choice of a Secretary, and feel sure it will be attended with beneficial results.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Robert Thackeray (president)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (7 August 1858), 3

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POSTPONEMENT OF CONCERT.
THE CONCERT, advertised to take place on Monday next, the 9th instant, is unavoidably POSTPONED to the 16th instant.
No fresh tickets will be issued.
JAMES DEAN, Secretary.

MAITLAND PHILHARMONIC INSTITUTE. SECOND CONCERT OF THE SEASON. Monday, AUGUST 16.
THE Committee of the above Institute have great pleasure in announcing to their subscribers and the public generally, that the SECOND CONCERT of the SEASON will be given in the Hall of the School of Arts, on Monday Evening, August 16th, 1858, when the following selection of Music will be performed:
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
1. GLEE - "Drink to me only" - Brown
2. SONG - "Jessie's Dream" - Blockley
3. SONG - "Sailor's Grave" - Mrs. H. Skelton
4. QUARTETT - "May Day" - Miller
5. SOLO (Violin) - Fantasia on airs
from "Der Freischutz" - Jansa
6. CAVATINA - From the "Barber of Seville" - Rossini
7. DUETT - "A Voice from the Waves" - Glover
8. GLEE - "Hunter's Farewell" - Mendelsohn
9. SONG - "Land! land!" - Russell
10. GLEE -"Dulce Domum" - Smith.
Interval of ten minutes.
PART II.
11. SONG & CHORUS - From Lucretia Borgia - Donizetti
12. SONG (with Violin accompaniment) - "Cease thou at Even'"- Kalliwoda
13. TRIO - "Blow, gentle gales" - Bishop
14. SONG - "Kathleen Mavourneen" - Crouch
15. GLEE - "Hark, the hollow woods resounding" - Smith
16. SONG - From the "Marriage of Figaro" - Mozart
17. DUETT - "I would that my love" - Mendelsohn
18. SONG - "Standard Bearer" - Lindpainter.
"God Save the Queen."
Conductor - W. KELLERMAN, Esq . . .
JAMES DEAN, Secretary.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (25 September 1860), 1

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SACRED CONCERT,
(The Proceeds of which will he given to the Rev. E. Griffith, as an Expression of Respect, on his leaving Maitland.)
ON WEDNESDAY NEXT, Sept. 26th, a SACRED CONCERT will be given in the School of Arts, West Maitland, when the following selection of music will be performed:
PROGRAMME:
1. Anthem - "Make a joyful noise" - (100th Psalm)
2. Solo - "And God said, let there be light"
3. Sacred Melody - "Weep not for me" - G. Barker
4. Trio and Chorus - "Disdainful of Danger" - (Handel's Judas)
5. Solo - "Lord, remember David"
6. Trio - "Like as a Father"
7. Solo - "Arm, arm, ye brave" - (Handel's Judas)
8. Trio, Duett, and Chorus - "Canaan" - J. Leach.
Interval of 10 minutes.
9. Trio and Chorus - "Sound the Loud Timbrel"
10. Solo -"Jacob's Bereavement" - R. Topliff
11. Sacred Melody - "Angels ever bright and fair" - Handel
12. Anthem - "The earth is the Lord's" - (24th Psalm)
13. Recitative and Solo - "Eve's Lamentation" - P. King
14. Solo - "I will arise" - Auber
15. Chorus - "Gloria" - (Mozart's 12th Mass.)
Mrs. MOORE (Organist of the Congregational Church) will preside.
MR. JAMES DEAN, Conductor.
Tickets of admission, One Shilling and Sixpence, may be obtained from Messrs. B. and J. Lee, Mr. E. P. Capper, Mr. G. Moore, Mr. H. Thomas, Mr. Lipscomb, and at the Mercury Office.
To commence at Eight o'clock precisely.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jane Moore (organist); Edward Griffith (d. 1891, Congregational minister), father of Samuel Griffith (statesman) and Mary Griffith (philanthropist)

"COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (29 September 1860), 4

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On Wednesday evening concert of sacred music was given in the School of Arts, West Maitland, with the object of presenting the proceeds to the Rev. E. Griffith, as an expression of respect on the occasion of his leaving Maitland. There was an excellent attendance, the hall being filled in even part. The vocalists were principally members of the Rev. E. Griffith's late congregation - Mrs. Moore, the organist of the church, presiding, and Mr. James Dean acting as conductor. The harmonium used at the Congregational Church had been transferred to the hall, being better adapted than the piano for furnishing the accompaniment to the chorus. The piano was, however, also used during the evening. The programme included several solos and concerted pieces, by Handel, Mozart, and other composers of note, which were executed in a very creditable manner, and rewarded by hearty applause . . . We hear that the object to which Mr. Griffith intends to appropriate the proceeds of the concert is the reduction of the debt on the Congregational church - a debt already reduced to a comparatively small sum by his persevering exertions. The Concert realised some £20.

"MAITLAND [FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT] . . . SACRED MUSIC CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 September 1860), 5

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On Wednesday evening a complimentary concert to the Rev. E. Griffith, on his departure from Maitland, was given in the hall of the School of Arts, West Maitland. The design of giving the concert originated with some members of the Philharmonic Society, with a view of reducing with the proceeds the debt on the Congregational Church, which it was well known was an object which would have the best sympathies of Mr. Griffith. The time for preparation was short, but yet the execution of the several pieces selected for the occasion was highly creditable. Mr. James Dean acted as conductor, and Mrs. Moore presided at the harmonium. Notwithstanding the very unpleasant state of the streets and the threatening aspect of the weather, the hall was filled to the door . . .

"TO 'LONG RANGE' (Per Favour of . . .)", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (15 June 1861), 3

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Sir, Your august person is well known, and your kind intentions are duly appreciated by the parties you attack in your contemptible effusion in Thursday's issue. What a pity you did not adopt a more fitting cognomen, such as "Artful Dodger". I understand the dreadful balance-sheet, which is to proclaim to the world the bad management of "two parties at the head of affairs, who pride themselves upon their mercantile ability," will appear in Saturday's Mercury. No doubt so profound a financier as you wish to arrogate to yourself will find it correct.
I am, sir, yours truly,
JAMES DEAN, One of the Band Committee. West Maitland. June 13, 1861.

ASSOCIATIONS: West Maitland Volunteer Band (association); in reply to "WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTEER CORPS. To the Editor of . . .", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (13 June 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18682404 

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (13 May 1862), 1

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GREAT TREAT OF THE SEASON. VOLUNTEER CONCERT.
TUESDAY NEXT, the 20th instant, a VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT by the Members of the West Maitland Volunteer Rifle Company, will be given in the School of Arts, West Maitland in aid of the Band Fund.
Tickets. - Reserve seats, 2s.; back seats, 1s.
JAMES DEAN, Hon. Secretary.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (18 September 1862), 3

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AMATEUR ETHIOPIAN ENTERTAINMENT, IN AID OF THE WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTEER BAND FUND,
ON MONDAY EVENING next, September 22nd, 1862, in the Hall of the School of Arts, West Maitland.
Doors open at seven; Entertainment to commence at a quarter to 8 sharp.
PROGRAMME.
1. Overture - By the company.
2. Come, Come, Darkies Sing - Toney.
3. As we gathered in the hay - Uncle Pete.
4. Sally come up - Bones.
5. Gentle Annie - Banjo.
6. Good ole Jeff - Johnson.
7. Lucy Beal - Toney.
8. Off to Charlestown - Bones.
2ND PART.
1. Brudder Bones's journey to de mangle.
2. Solo - Pianoforte.
3. Solo - Champagne glasses.
3RD PART.
1. Fanny Frail - Toney.
2. Beautiful Star - Uncle Pete.
3. Ginger Blue - Bones.
4. Sambo's Apparition - Johnson.
5. So early in de Morning - Banjo.
6. Sheepskin and Beeswax - Toney.
7. We'll have a Little Dance - Bones.
Dixey's Land.
The band of the West Maitland Volunteers will play several selections at intervals.
M. Wilson, Esq., will preside at the piano.
Tickets can be obtained at the usual places. Front seats 2s.; back seats 1s.
JAMES DEAN, Hon. Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Marmaduke Henry Wilson (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (10 February 1863), 1

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MAITLAND SCHOOL OF ARTS. PROGRAMME of the SOIREE
To be held in the HALL OF THE INSTITUTION, ON WEDNESDAY EVENING, THE 11TH FEBRUARY . . .
Air, "Maitland Volunteer March," Volunteer Band
Address from President, Rev. J. R. Thackeray
Song, "Scots' Wha Hae," Mr. McFarlane . . .
Song, "Tight Little Island," Mr. James Dean
Air, "Il Trovatore Waltzes," Volunteer Band . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John McFarlane (Scottish vocalist)

"WEST MAITLAND SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (12 November 1863), 2

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A meeting of the members of this institution was held in the hall on Monday evening to take into consideration the advisability of altering the nights of debates and lectures . . . Mr. M. Marks moved - "That it is the opinion of this meeting that the nights for debates and lectures should be changed from Thursday to Tuesday." In support of this he stated that they would only be protecting their own interest and the interest of the institution because the performances of the Volunteer Band on the same evening militated against a large audience at the debates. He also commented on the disheartening effects of small audiences on lecturers and essayists and said that now they could not get a lecture unless a good attendance was ensured and that could not be ensured it the lecture or debate was on the same evening as the band . . . Mr. Dean said Thursday night was the only one on which a full attendance of the members of the band could be ensured and they were not strong enough to perform in public with a portion of the band only . . .

"WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTEER RIFLES", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (30 January 1864), 2

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The annual general meeting of this company was held in the St. John's school-room, Victoria-street, on Wednesday evening. The attendance was not numerous . . . Mr. H. E. COHEN then read the report of the band committee, as follows: . . .
"Your committee beg to submit a list of musical instruments, the property of the band, and a list of music composed and arranged by Mr. Meulman, the bandmaster, by which it be perceived that up to the present time he has arranged for the band 99 pieces of music (each composed of 12 parts), which, with 24 series of printed music (including a set of cards containing several tunes kindly presented by Captain Laver to the company on the eve of his departure from the colony), place the company in possession of upwards of 150 tunes available for the use of the band.
"During the past year a very superior cornet-a-piston has been purchased by subscriptions obtained from the majority of the members of the band and a few members of the company, and presented to Mr. Meulman, in testimony of the talent and ability he has displayed and the attention he has bestowed in the instruction of the band . . ."
. . . On the motion of Private Langley, seconded by Bandsman Dean, a vote of thanks was passed to the Band committee . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Meulman (band master)

"MELANCHOLY DEATH BY DROWNING", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (17 June 1873), 3

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A painful rumour was circulated in town on Sunday afternoon to the effect that a well known resident of Maitland, Mr. James Dean, book-keeper, and a man of ability in many pursuits, had been drowned at the Paterson on the previous evening, while attempting to cross the river. The rumour proved to be only too correct. It appears that Mr. Dean had been at the Paterson Court-house on Friday last, and laid an information against two parties for assaulting and robbing him. He afterwards went to the office of the Clerk of Petty Sessions, and wanted to get the warrants signed. At this time the unhappy man did not appear to know what he was doing, and showed symptoms of mental aberration. On Saturday afternoon, shortly before dark, he passed down towards the river, and was put across the river in a boat, by a lad named Norris. Shortly after, the deceased was heard to cry out, from the water, "I am drowning," and called for help. There were marks on the bank of the river, on the side opposite the Paterson township, of a person having slipped in. Search was made immediately on hearing the cries but the night was dark, and deceased was seen no more till noon on Sunday, when the body was recovered close to where he fell in the river. Deceased was an expert accountant, and for the last four or five weeks had been engaged by a relation at Maitland in making out accounts, but his manner was strange, and not one of the accounts was made out correctly. The medical evidence was to the effect that death had been caused by drowning, and that deceased was suffering from mental aberration. There were a few slight abrasions on deceased's hip and legs, which had evidently been caused in his slipping down the bank into the river. Deceased leaves a wife and five children, for whom sincere sympathy is felt by a large number of friends. The coroner, Mr. T. W. Peirse, held an inquest yesterday at the Paterson, when the circumstances of the sad accident were deposed to in evidence, and the jury returned a verdict that the deceased was accidentally drowned.

"PATTERSON . . . THE LATE MR. JAMES DEAN", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (21 June 1873), 6

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It was with extreme regret that the sad fate which had befallen Mr. James Dean was received throughout the town, on Sunday evening last. Though never a resident amongst us, he was an occasional visitor, and in every attempt to get up a musical entertainment, for whatever charitable object, Mr. Dean was always the first to tender his services. His musical talent, his ready wit, and obliging manners won for him the highest respect with all that came in contact with him, and the greatest sympathy is felt by all that were acquainted with him for his bereaved family, and numerous friends, at his sad and untimely end.

"Death of an Old Resident", The Maitland Daily Mercury (3 May 1920), 4

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By the death of Mrs. William Nicholson, which occurred at 7 o'clock on Saturday evening at the residence of her son, Mr. James Dean, Church-street, West Maitland, there has passed away the oldest native - so far as is known - of Maitland. There are also few who have lived in the town for a longer period. She was born in High-street shortly after the arrival of her parents, Captain and Mrs. McLean, from England, and the whole of her life of nearly 85 years [sic] was spent in the town. Her first husband, the late Mr. James Dean, was for many years employed at this office as acting editor and in other capacities, and he was one of the leading musicians in the district in his day. He formed a philharmonic society, and was actively associated with many other musical societies. He was drowned at Paterson in 1873, and his widow some years later married the late Mr. William Nicholson . . .

"Mr. Thomas Browne. DEATH OF WELL KNOWN TOWNSMAN", Dungog Chronicle, Durham and Gloucester Advertiser (23 August 1929), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138190519 

. . . In 1877 he married the daughter of the late James Dean, a compositor at the "Mercury Office," West Maitland. This proved to be the most successful deal in his career. Last year the old couple celebrated their Golden Wedding . . .

DEANE FAMILY OF MUSICIANS see DEANE FAMILY

DEANE, John Philip (1796-1849) = John Philip DEANE

DEANE, Rosalie (SMITH) (1799-1873) = Rosalie Smith DEANE (wife)

DEANE, Alfred (1834-1849) = Alfred DEANE (son)

DEANE, Charles Muzio (1832-1915) = Charles Muzio DEANE (son)

DEANE, Edward Smith (1824-1879) = Edward Smith DEANE (son

DEANE, Henry (1836-1922) = Henry DEANE (son)

DEANE, Isabella (1830-1876) = Isabella DEANE (daughter)

DEANE, John (1820-1893) = John DEANE (son)

DEANE, Rosalie (1821-1888) = Rosalie DEANE (daughter)

DEANE, William (1826-1910) = William DEANE (son)

DEAS THOMSON, Anna Maria (Mrs. Deas THOMSON; Lady Deas THOMSON) = Anna Maria Deas THOMSON

DEBNEY, Ellen (Ellen Elizabeth TURNER; Mrs. G. R. DEBNEY) = "ELLIE" (pen-name)

DE CAIROS-REGO, George (George de CAIROS-REGO; George DE CAIROS-REGO)

Musician, professor of music, pianist, teacher, composer

Born Tarrangower, VIC, 28 April 1858; son of Francisco de CAIROS-REGO (c. 1830-1873) and Mary Ann FOSTER
Married Lilian Ada MOREY, Levuka, Fiji, 25 September 1882
Active Sydney, NSW, by 1886
Died North Ryde, NSW, 4 June 1946

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

ASSOCIATIONS: Iris De Cairos-Rego (daughter); Rex De Cairos-Rego (son)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (13 May 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4807514

MR. FRANCISCO DE CAIROS REGO, of Maderia, will receive news from his father by calling on the undersigned, or giving to them his address. J. B. Were, Kent, and Co.

"FUNERAL NOTICE", The Ballarat Courier [VIC] (3 June 1873), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article192280509

The Friends of the late Mr. FRANCISCO DE CAIROS REGO are respectfully invited to follow his remains to the place of interment, the Ballarat New Cemetery. The funeral procession to move from his late residence, No. 16 Skipton street, on Wednesday, 4th June, at a Quarter to One o'clock precisely.

"DEATH OF MR. G. DE CAIROS-REGO", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (12 June 1946), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article17987389

Mr. George de Cairos-Rego, whose death occurred at Mosman recently, was one of the founders and the first secretary of the Musical Association of New South Wales, and secretary of the National Council of Musical Associations. When he retired from the secretaryship of the N.S.W. association in 1934, he was appointed an honorary member. It was from this body that the National Council grew. Mr. de Cairos-Rego was well known throughout Australia for his organising ability and his work as general secretary for the Trinity College of Music, London. He took a keen interest ,in experiments with electrical equipment designed to improve the tone of the violin. He is survived by a son, Rex, and daughter, Iris, both well-known in Sydney musical circles.

DE CHANEET, George August Christian Savin (George August Christian Savin de CHANÉET; Herr DE CHANEET)

Musician, professor of music, pianist, teacher, composer

Born Hamburg, Germany, c. 1861/62 (? 1855)
Arrived Melbourne, 22 April 1884 (naturalised 1899)
Married Martha Matilda ORAMS, Yarraville, VIC, 26 December 1887
Died Melbourne, VIC, 2 May 1926

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

DE CHANEET, Martha Matilda (Martha Matilda ORAMS; Miss ORAMS; Madame DE CHANEET)

Musician, pianist, organist, teacher of music

Born Sebastopol, VIC, 1867; daughter of Josiah ORAMS
Married George August Christian Savin de CHANÉET, Yarraville, VIC, 26 December 1887
Died Surabaya, Java (Indonesia), 17 October 1930

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

"News in brief", Footscray Independent [VIC] (7 June 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article73245925

At the Collins' Concert on Monday evening Heer Savin De Chaneet the great pianist will make his first appearance in Australia. He could not have chosen a better place in which to make his debut.

"Marriages", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (6 January 1888), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6100657

DE CHANEET - ORAMS. - On the 26th ult., by the Rev. C. A. Brewer, George, only son of Frederich de Chanéet, of Hamburg, to Martha Matilda, only daughter of Josiah Orams, of Yarraville.

"IN MEMORIAM", The Argus (2 May 1927), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3851939

DE CHANEET - In loving memory of my beloved husband, who passed away on May 2, 1926. (Inserted by his loving wife, Martha de Chaneet, Moorabbin.) . . . (. . . by his loving daughter and son, Myra and Eric, Java.) . . .

DECHOW, Charles Hermann (Hermann Carl Friederich DECHOW; Charles Hermann DECHOW; Herr DECHOW; Herr DACHOW [sic]; Mr. DACHOW; DECHAW; Herr DECKTROW)

Musician, music teacher and conductor, Marsh Juvenile Troupe (1860-62)

Born Rostock, Mecklenburg (Germany), 22 July 1825; baptised Rostock, 31 July 1825; son of Friederich DECHOW and Henriette Louise EVERS
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 29 October 1860 (per Lizzie Spalding, from San Francisco, 15 August, aged "33")
Married Mary Ann Elizabeth CHETHAM, VIC, 1863
Died Creswick, VIC, 1 September 1877, aged "52"

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Documentation:

Baptisms, Evangelische Kirche Volkenshagen (Ag. Rostock), 1825; 191/1, 128

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/8822511:61229 (PAYWALL)

[1825 Jul.] [born] 22 [Baptised] 31 / [son of] Friede[rich] Dechow [and] Henriette Louise Evers / Hermann Carl Friederich / . . .

USA, index to naturalization records, Cleveland, Ohio, 1856; National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), U.S, District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, Cleveland

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2280107:1192 (PAYWALL)

Dechow / Herman / [born] Hechlenburg [sic] Schwerin / [date of arrival] Aug. 1851 / [Date of naturalization] Oct. 30, 1856

Passenger list, per Lizzie Spalding, from San Francisco, arrived at Melbourne, 29 October 1860; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B172F47-F96C-11E9-AE98-9B7C7338DD09?image=16 (DIGITISED)

. . . R. G. Marsh / 41 // Mrs. R. G. Marsh / 27 . . . C. H. Dechow [sic] / 33 . . .

"SHIPPING. ARRIVALS. - JUNE 19", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (20 June 1861), 4

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Wonga Wonga (s.), 700 tons Captain D Walker, from Melbourne, 17th instant. Passengers - Mr. R. G. Marsh . . . Herr Dachrow . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marsh Juvenile Troupe (touring group)

"THE MARSH TROUPE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (20 June 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60492108 

The following are the names and callings of the Marsh Troupe, which arrived by the Wonga Wonga from Melbourne last night: - Mr. R. G. Marsh, manager and pater familias; Mrs. Jane C. Marsh, matron and conductress . . . Herr Dachow, music teacher and conductor . . . Mr. Edward G. Geohegan, author and schoolmaster.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Geoghegan (schoolmaster)

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (17 October 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66342841

MARSH'S JUVENILE COMEDIANS.
AFTER a most successful Engagement of ten weeks at the THEATRE ROYAL, BALLARAT, will make
A TOUR THROUGH THE DISTRICT WITH THE WHOLE COMPANY, Consisting of 30 Members, who will ARRIVE ABOUT NOON in each town . . .
The Musical Department will be under the direction of Mr. DACHOW, Musical Teacher and Conductor of the Troupe . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Ballarat venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (28 February 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5710922

MARSH'S THEATRE ROYAL, LYCEUM (Late Prince of Wales) . . .
Orchestra under the direction of Herr DACHOW . . .

[Advertisement], Leader [Melbourne, VIC] (17 May 1862), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196392785 

Marsh's Royal Lyceum Theatre . . .
TO-DAY (SATURDAY) . . . And Every Evening till further notice . . .
UNCLE TOM'S CABIN, AS IT IS; OR, SLAVE LIFE IN AMERICA . . .
The Music arranged by Herr Dechow . . .

Rate assessment, Borough of Creswick, 25 October 1864; Public Record Office Victoria, VPRS 3726

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/908563:60706 (PAYWALL)

Dechow / Charles / Musician / [owner of rateable property] Chas. Dechow / Tenemers Land / White Hill . . . Creswick . . .

Ballarat and Ballarat district directory (1865), 125

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=MyxLAQAAIAAJ&pg=PA125 (DIGITISED)

Dectrow, Charles, pianist, Melbourne road

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star [VIC] (13 January 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66059391 

The amateur entertainment held on Wednesday evening, at the Lyceum Theatre, British Hotel, Creswick, in aid of the Creswick District Hospital, was attended by a large number of people. The execution of some choice and difficult pieces of music on the violin and piano, by Messrs. Wacks and Dechow was decidedly good, and elicited much applause. The vocal portion of the entertainment and conundrums on the average pretty good, and many of the songs were encored. It is to be regretted however that in one or two instances very bad taste was shown by the singers introducing expressions too coarse for a respectable audience.

The Victoria Post Office directory (1866), 319

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=wQkFAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA319 (DIGITISED)

Dectrow, Chas., pianist, Melbourne road

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (18 October 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112858793 

The fourth anniversary of Court Liberty, 3882 A.O.F., Creswick, was celebrated on Tuesday, 16th October, by an excellent dinner in the courtroom at Host Shearer's Commercial hotel. About thirty gentlemen, including visitors, amongst whom were the mayor of Creswick and other influential persons, sat down to dinner. The chair was occupied by C.R. Br. A. M. Wilson, and the vice-chair by S.C.R. Br. Wachs. The usual toasts were given and duly responded to, interspersed by a variety of good songs agreeably rendered by Mr. Radcliffe, Brs. Johnson, H. S. Richards, and others, and tastefully accompanied by Mr. Dechow on the piano. A quadrille party followed at which dancing was kept up with great spirit till an early hour on Wednesday morning.

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (1 July 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112876111 

The first of a series of penny readings at Creswick took place at the Temperance Hall, on 28th June, Mr. Cooper presided, and the attendance was tolerably good. Selections both grave and gay, from Hood, Campbell, Dickens, Lover, Artemus Ward, and others, were given by Mr. Macey in a style that called forth repeated acclamations; and during the intervals Messrs. Radcliffe, Johnson, and Roberts, accompanied by Mr. Dechow on the piano, rendered several glees and other melodies, very pleasingly, and elicited several encores. The proceeds were £2 1s, and after the usual votes of thanks the meeting separated.

"CRESWICK MINISTERIAL BANQUET", The Ballarat Star (31 January 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197626408 

The banquet to the Ministry yesterday created great excitement throughout the district general and Creswick in particular . . . Messrs. Dechow and Wachs on the piano and Violin contributed much to the pleasure of the occasion . . .

Death index, 1877; BDM VIC

Charles Hermann Dechow / [died] 1877 / [aged] 52 / [son of] Johann Frede. / Henrietta Luis. Evans [sic]

"Marriages", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 December 1900), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14350967 

KOHBLANCK - DECHOW. - December 12, 1900, at St. Andrew's Cathedral, by the Rev. R. J. Read, H. F. Robert, eldest son of Ferdinand Kohblanck, of Magdeburg, Germany, to Herminnia C. (Minnie), younger daughter of the late Hermann C. F. Dechow, professor of music, late of Victoria.

Bibliography and resources:

Charles Hermann Dechow, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174754194/charles-hermann-dechow 

DE COURCY, David (David De Courcy LAWSON; performed as David DE COURCY; Mr. DE COURCY)

Musician, vocalist, pianist

Born Manchester, England, 6 August 1821; baptised (Unitarian), Manchester, 26 October 1821, son of Thomas LAWSON and Sophia Sarah CLARKE
Married Elizabeth BEASY (c. 1826-1889), parish of St. Martin in the Fields, London, England, 1848 (4th quarter)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 5 December 1852 (per Atrevida, from London, 10 September)
Active Melbourne, VIC, 1853; Ballarat, VIC, 1857-65
Died Brighton, VIC, 3 January 1899

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=David+De+Courcy+Lawson+1821-1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DE-COURCY-David-Lawson (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, Cross-street chapel (Unitarian), Manchester, 1821; register 1770-1838, page 220; UK National Archives, RG4/2009

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0149306-00188?pId=1735485 (PAYWALL)

David de Courcy / Lawson [son of] / Thomas / Salesman / Chorlton Row / [and] Sophia Sarah Clarke / [born] Aug. 6 1821 / [baptised] Oct'r 26 [1821]

ASSOCIATIONS: In the same ceremony, his elder brother Thomas (b. 5 August 1820) was baptised

England census, 30 March 1851, Regents Park, St. Pancras, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO/107/1493

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/8860/MDXHO107_1493_1493-0564 (PAYWALL)

33 Harrington Street South / David Lawson / Head / 29 / Commercial Traveller / [born] Manchester
Elizabeth [Lawson] / Wife / 25 / Norfolk / Aylesham
Sophia [Lawson] / Daughter / 2 // Thomas [Lawson] / Son / 7 mths . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Atrevida, from London, 10 September 1852, for Port Phillip; Public Record Office Victoria, VRPS 947

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1635/images/30796_125447__0019-00797?pId=2621599 (PAYWALL)

. . . Lawson David / 31 / Warehouseman // Lawson Elizabeth / 26 / Wife //
Lawson Charles / 28 [sic] // Warehouseman // Lawson Sarah / Wife // Lawson Charles / 1 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Grant Lawson (younger brother, see also 18 January 1853 below)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (18 January 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4789010 

GREAT NOVELTY IN MELBOURNE. THE CIDER CELLARS IMPROVED! . . .
MR. C. WILKIE'S MUSICAL LOUNGE and TEMPLE OF HARMONY . . .
PRINCIPAL PERFORMERS: - Mr. JOHN GREGG, Mr. DE COURCY, From the Lyceum Theatre, London, Mr. MOSELY.
COMIC SINGERS: Messrs. LAWSON, ST. ALBIN, LABERNE, and DAWSON.
PIANIST - Mr. SALAMON. ADMISSION - ONE SHILLING. Chops, Steaks, Kidneys, &c., until half-past Ten o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Wilkie (proprietor); John Gregg (vocalist); Edmund St. Albin (vocalist); Mr. Dawson (vocalist); George Laberne (vocalist); Edward Salamon (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (18 April 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791741 

C. WILKIE'S CYDER CELLARS, Royal Hotel, Great Collins-street.
MR. DE COURCY begs to inform his Friends and the Public that his
FIRST BENEFIT CONCERT Will take place On MONDAY EVENING, April 18th, 1853,
By the kind permission of Mr. Wilkie, the following Artistes will appear: -
Mr. John Gregg, basso; Mr. C. Walsh, tenor; Mr. Mosely, tenor; Mr. Morgan, basso;
Mr. De Courcy, tenor; Mr. Dawson, comic; Mr. Labern, comic; Mr. Wilkie, concertinist; Mr. Chapman, cornopean; and Mr. Salamon, pianist.
PROGRAMME: . . .
Song - My Ancestors were Englishmen, Mr. De Courcy
" The Maids of Merry England, Mr. De Courcy
" The Spell, or Woman's Love, Mr. De Courcy
" Hurrah! for the Road, Mr. De Courcy
Glee - The Red Cross Knight, 4 voices
" Mynheer Van Dunck, 3 "
" Lady of Beauty, 3 "
" Cigars and Cognac 8 " . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Walsh (vocalist); Mr. Moseley (vocalist) J. W. Morgan (vocalist); George Chapman (cornopean)

MUSIC: My ancestors were Englishmen (J. W. Hobbs); The maids of merry England (Perring); Hurrah for the road (Rodwell, in Paul Clifford)

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 May 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792603 

TEMPERANCE HALL, Russell-street (A few doors from Great Bourke-street.)
MESSRS. DE COURCY & SALOMON beg respectfully to inform their Friends and the Public that their
FIRST CHAMBER CONCERT Will take place at the above Hall, on Saturday, May 14th.
The following Artists will appear: Miss Lewis; Mr. De Courcy, from the Theatre Royal, Lyceum;
Mr. Mosely, the admired Ballad Singer; and Mr. Lavique, Basso.
Pianist and Musical Conductor - Mr. Edward Salomon.
PROGRAMME:
First Part.
Solo and Chorus - The Gipsy's Tent, Miss Lewis, Messrs. De Courcy, Mosely, and Lavique - T. Cooke
Ballad - Norah McShane. Mr. Mosely - Crouch
Song (Serio Comic) - Johnny Sands, Mr. De Courcy - John Parry
Air - Let us be happy, Miss Lewis - Donizetti
Solo - Instrumental.
Trio - The Wreath, Messrs. De Courcy, Mosely, and Lavique - Mazzinghi
Song - Farewell to the Mountain. M. Lavique - Barnet
An Interval of Ten Minutes.
Second Part.
Song - The Maids of Merry England - Mr. De Courcy - Perren [Perring]
Song - Lost! Stolen! or Strayed, Miss Lewis - Tully
Trio - The Indian Drum, Miss Lewis, Mr. De Courcy, and Mr. Mosely - Bishop
Song (Serio Comic) - Katty Avourneen. Mr. Mosely - Crouch
Duet - The Master and Scholar, Miss Lewis and Mr. De Courcy - Barnet
Song - Madoline - Mr. Lavique - Nelson.
Finale - Laughing Trio, Messrs. De Courcy, Mosely, and Lavique - Martini
Tickets 2s. 6d.; Reserved Seats 4s. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Annie Lewis (Mrs. Edward Salamon) (vocalist); Mr. Lavique (vocalist); Temperance Hall (Melbourne venue)

MUSIC: John Sands (John Parry)

[Advertisement], The Argus (18 May 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792736 

TEMPERANCE HALL . . . MESSRS. DE COURCY and SALOMON beg to inform their friends and the public, that their
Second Chamber Concert will take place at the above Hall on Wednesday next, May 18th, 1853.
The following artistes will appear: Miss Lewis, Mr. De Courcy, Mr. Mosely, and Mr. Lavique.
Pianist and Musical Director - Mr. Salomon.
Tickets 2s.; Reserved Seats 3s. To be had at Mr. Joseph Wilkie's, Music Saloon, and at Mr. J. Hetherington's, Stationer, No. 5 A, Collins-street, east.
Programme:
PART I.
Overture - Bohemian Girl - Balfe.
Chorus - The Gipsy's Tent, - Miss Lewis, Mr. De Courcy, Mr. Mosely and Mr. Lavique - Balfe.
Ballad - Look always on the Sunny Side - Mr. Mosely - Hime.
Song, serio comic - Johnny Sands - Mr. De Courcy - John Parry.
Air - Constance - Miss Lewis - Lindley.
Trio - The Wreath - Mr. De Courcy, Mr. Mosely and Mr. Lavique.
Song - Farewell to the Mountain, Mr. Lavique - Barnet.
Song - Woman Rules you Still - Miss Lewis - Loder.
Song - Ben Bolt - Mr. Mosely - Christy.
Duet - Master and Scholar - Miss Lewis and Mr. De Courcy - Barnet.
An interval of ten minutes.
PART II.
Song - The Slave - Mr. De Courcy - Glover.
Trio - The Indian Drum - Miss Lewis, Mr. Mosely, and Mr. De Courcy.
Song - Madoline - Mr. Lavique - Nelson.
Song - Lost! Stolen! or Strayed! Miss Lewis - Tully.
Song - Land ho! - Mr. De Courcy - Russell.
Song, serio comic - Katty Avourneen - Mr. Mosely - Crouch.
Air - Let us be Happy - Miss Lewis - Donizetti.
Song - The Heart Bowed Down - Mr. Lavique - Balfe.
Finale - The Laughing Trio - Mr. Mosely, Mr. De Courcy and Mr. Lavique - Martini . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (17 October 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86415866 

MASONIC HALL. GEELONG MONDAY CONCERTS.
MONDAY NEXT, OCT. 17TH. Miss Martin, from the Melbourne Concerts (her first appearance here.)
Mrs. Hancock, Mr. De Courcy, Mr. Meakin, Mr. E. Hancock.
Flute - Mr. Creed Royal. Pianist - Mr. Royal.
PROGRAMME . . . Song - "I'd be a Gipsy" - Mr. De Courcy . . .
PART 2ND . . . Song - "Woman" . . . Mr. De Courcy.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward and Mary Ellen Hancock (vocalists); Creed Royal (flute)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (21 January 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86415237 

THEATRE ROYAL. SATURDAY EVENING. CONCERT. REDUCED PRICES OF ADMISSION.
Saturday Evening, January 21st, 1854.
VOCALISTS: MRS. HANCOCK - MR. DE COURCY - MR. HANCOCK.
INSTRUMENTALISTS: Primo Violin - Mr. F. Coppin . . . AND A FULL BAND.
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Song - Many happy Returns of the Day (Mr. De Courcy) - Blewitt . . .
PART 2 . . . Comic Song - Take my word - (Mr. De Courcy) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Coppin (violin, leader); Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

"CRESWICK, June 4th, 1857 (From our own Correspondent)", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (6 June 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66042552

To-morrow evening (Saturday) Mr. Troy Knight will take his benefit at Anthony's Concert Rooms. This singer, since his arrival at Creswick, has contributed largely to our pleasure, and amusements, and is a great favorite . . . Mr. Knight will be assisted by Messrs. Allen, Melville, De Courcy, and Wilson.

ASSOCIATIONS: Troy Knight (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Star (27 July 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66043401

DUCHESS OF KENT HOTEL. FREE CONCERT HALL.
THE PROPRIETOR of the above favorite place of amusement, anxious to please his evening visitors, begs to announce that he has secured the services of that inimitable comedian and vocalist, Mr. D. Golding, who will introduce his budget of local and Irish eccentricities every evening.
M. De Courcy, the unrivalled baritone, from Exeter Hall, is also engaged.
Admission, free, Pianist, Mr. J. Magrath.

ASSOCIATIONS: Daniel Golding (vocalist); James McGrath (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Star (15 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66050636

SHAKESPEARE CONCERT HALL. SHAKESPEARE CONCERT HALL . . . Miss Castine, Soprano. Mr. C. Smith, Tenor. Mr. De Courcy, Baritone. Mr. J. R. Trevor, Pianist and Conductor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma Castine (vocalist); Charles Smith (vocalist); Joseph Robinson Trevor (pianist)

"SHAKESPEARE CONCERT HALL", The Star (29 November 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66051426

We have no alteration in the programme at this pleasant little room to speak of; and in fact there is but little occasion for such. The company - Miss Spiden, and Messrs. Morgan, Smith and De Courcy - are exceedingly well suited to each other, and in Locke's Macbeth music, some fine old English glees and well chosen ballads, they are severally and collectively very successful in both drawing and pleasing, tolerably full houses.

MUSIC: Locke's music in Macbeth (correctly by Richard Leveridge)

"EASTERN POLICE COURT. Thursday, May 26th . . . STABBING AND ATTEMPT TO ROB", The Star (28 May 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66053303

John Welton was charged (on remand) with stabbing and wounding one David De Courcy, with intent to do him some grievous bodily harm . . . Mr. De Courcy deposed that on Tuesday week last he left the Duchess of Kent Hotel in company with Madame Onn, at about half-past twelve at night. They had proceeded as far as the Hermit's Cave Hotel, when prisoner, who appeared to be slightly in liquor, met them and put his arm round both . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Constantia Onn (pianist, vocalist);
see also "EASTERN POLICE COURT. Wednesday, 18th May", The Star (19 May 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66053144 

"News and Notes", The Star (6 August 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66054528 

The Charlie Napier Theatre has been open during the past week, with an amount of success which, though it may be described as "fair," is decidedly disproportioned to the superior quality of the entertainment; the latter mostly consists of songs performed by some of our most celebrated vocalists, among whom maybe enumerated Mr. Morgan, the well known basso (and manager); Mr. E. F. Morris, a decidedly clever comic singer; Mr. De Courcy, and, last, but not least - Madame Onn, who not only executes several ballads with taste and power, but acts as accompanyist with uncommon skill . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edgar Morris (vocalist); Charlie Napier Theatre (Ballarat venue)

"CLUNES (From our own Correspondent) 29th October", The Star (2 November 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72462890 

The benefit advertised this evening for the Misses Royal was, owing to the late storm, but poorly attended. Some eighty or ninety, however, were present. Their rendering of numerous select glees, assisted by Mr. De Courcy, was much applauded. Miss Lizzy Royal sang several favorite ballads very sweetly. This young lady, with careful study, may attain some eminence in her profession. The younger sister would he more successful with her comic versions if she were not to burlesque them by too great a display of concert room refinement. Mr. De Courcy was in good voice, and sang effectively. Mr. Royal has been prevented giving us a solo on the flute by a slight accident.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lizzy and Kate Royal (vocalists, daughters of Creed Royal, as above)

[Advertisement], The Star (1 March 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72465321 

CHARLIE NAPIER THEATRE. Proprietor, MR. J. GIBBS. GRAND RACE NIGHT . . . THIS EVENING, THURSDAY.
The performance will commence with the Comedietta, of PERFECTION. Kate O'Brien (with songs) Miss M. Clifford.
SONG - MR. DE COURCY . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gibbs (proprietor); Minnie Clifford (actor, vocalist); Charlie Napier Theatre (Ballarat venue)

"CHARLIE NAPIER THEATRE", The Star (11 February 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66337321 

There was a tolerably good house at this place of amusement on Saturday night, much better than we have occasionally seen in the old house. Mr. Farquharson's role comprised selections from Trovatore, Norma, Lucretia Borgia, and other well known operas. We need scarcely remark that his audience were enthusiastic in their plaudits. Mrs. Roseman sang with much sweetness several rich melodies, and Messrs. de Courcy and Owen also favored the company with sundry songs and glees. The proceedings terminated as usual with dances and polkas.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Farquharson (vocalist); Anna Gould Roseman (vocalist); Richard Owen (pianist, vocalist, musical director)

"SACRED CONCERT AT THE CHARLIE NAPIER.", The Star (1 April 1861), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66338291 

Whether it was the novelty of the thing, or the low charge for admission, or both combined, we cannot say, but there was a really crowded house in the Charlie Napier Concert Hall on Friday night, to listen to selections from various oratorios . . . The recitative by Mr. De Courcy, "In Splendour Bright," was given in a distinct melodious voice, full, and impressive. In the chorus "The Heavens are Telling," the weakness of the choir was evident, nevertheless, under the circumstances, it was tolerably well rendered. "With Verdure Clad" was sang by Madame Carandini with much effect . . . The recitative, "In Native Worth," by Mr. Sherwin, was one of his best efforts . . . Miss Lizzy Royal gave full effect to "I know that my Redeemer liveth" . . . The trio, "On Thee each living soul awaits," [3] was very effectively rendered by Madame Carandini and Messrs. Sherwin and De Courcy . . . The Hallelujah chorus by the whole company was very creditably rendered . . . The instrumental part of the performance was under the conductorship of Mr. Owen . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Walter Sherwin (vocalist); Lizzy Royal (vocalist)

"CLUNES (From our own Correspondent) 28th June", The Star (29 June 1861), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66340271 

Miss Harriette Gordon and Company, consisting of Messrs. J. P. Hydes, J. Youle, A. Waters, and De Courcy appeared at the Lyceum Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, to an indifferent audience, as far as numbers were concerned. I am told that the performances were of a varied character and worthy of better support, that Miss Gordon sang with a taste and effect.

ASSOCIATIONS: Harriet and John Hydes (vocalists); Joseph Youle (vocalist)

"EASTERN POLICE COURT. ", The Star (7 January 1862), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66330591 

De Courcy v. Bourke, £20, damaged for an assault; the plaintiff, a musician, had been engaged at the Great Britain Hotel as a pianist. Bourke (who has been sentenced to three months' imprisonment) attacked him violently . . .

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (12 January 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72554083 

Professor Parker, the accomplished swordsman, took a benefit at Lane's Metropolitan Hotel on Saturday evening . . . The earlier portion of the entertainment consisted of a concert, the performers being Misses Annie Beaumont, Florence Beverley, Susan Sutherland, Messrs. Cowell, De Courcy, and Piper, who gave their services on the occasion.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Parker (swordsman); Annie Beaumont (vocalist, Parker's partner); Florence Beverley (vocalist); Edward John Piper (pianist)

"POLICE . . . SMYTHESDALE", The Ballarat Star (23 September 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112879128 

. . . William Barclay, a young man, was charged with having at Brownsvale on the 14th instant killed a goat, value £1, the property of John Jardine, with the intention of stealing it. At the suggestion of the bench the case was withdrawn and the prisoner was charged with having on the day in question a dead goat in his possession, the property of John Jardine . . . David De Courcy, a musician at present residing at Brownsvale (called by the prisoner), deposed to a servant man of Mr. Kinnear's giving both him and the prisoner permission to kill the goats found trespassing on the station . . .

? "New Insolvents", Melbourne Punch (8 August 1867), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article174536262 

ERNEST HAMILTON HOWARD DE COURCEY, ballad singer and horse-holder.
Causes of insolvency - Inability to paddle his own canoe, and a bad habit, contracted during his residence in the colony, of frequenting public houses.
Liabilities, £5 6s. 7d.; assets, 12 "Belle Brandon," 10 "No one to Love," 8 "The Moon Behind the Hill," and 24 "Oh, Blame me not for Weeping, I have no money now," Song Books; also, a cracked soprano voice. Mr. STURT, City Police Court, official assignee.

ASSOCIATIONS: Satirical; but see also Gerald de Courcy Hamilton; "ASSISTANT DEPUTY REGISTRARS", The Banner (5 September 1854), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179814854 

"POLICE", The Ballarat Star (16 April 1868), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113602600 

Police v. David de Courcey Lawson, for neglecting to give support to his son Robert Lawson, at present in the Reformatory. The defendant stated that there never had been any order made against him for the support of the lad; he (the defendant) had striven to get the boy discharged, but was unable to procure his release. Mr. Hamilton intimated to the defendant that the proper method of application in the case was to memorialise the Governor; case dismissed, the bench intimating that it could not make an order in the matter.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert John Lawson (c. 1853-1906)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (25 December 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112882114 

. . . At the Alfred Hall there will commence to-morrow evening a series of concerts for the benefit of the Orphan Asylum and the Ballarat East Free Library. As Madame Carandini, the Misses Carandini, and Messrs. Sherwin and de Courcy are to sing, it is not necessary to say a word in commendation beforehand of this certainly attractive musical reunion . . .

"EXHIBITION CONCERT", The Ballarat Star (7 August 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112891340 

The first of a series of promenade concerts, which it is the intention of the committee of the Fine Arts Exhibition to give every Friday evening, took place last evening at the Mechanics Institute. It was a promenade concert in no more than in name, as the rooms were so closely packed, especially the principal hall and gallery, that it was from the first difficult and at last almost impossible to move about. When it is known that over 1300 visitors were present, this will not be wondered at. It was not intended that the concert should be a very elaborate affair, and only a few singers were put on the list - Schraeder's band carrying out the main portion. The concert was in two parts with a short interval, during which an attempt was made by many to promenade, with very indifferent success. The opening of the programme was the overture, "Nabucodunosor," by the band; and Mr. De Courcy then sang one of his favorite songs, "Pulling Hard against the Stream" . . . song - "The Arab's Farewell to his Steed," Mr. De Courcy . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Frederick Schrader (musician)

"DEATHS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (5 January 1899), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9533147 

LAWSON. - On the 3rd January, at his son-in-law's residence, Cochrane-street, Brighton, David De Courcy Lawson, aged 77 years. No flowers, by request.

DE COURCY, Frances (Frances CORMICK; Mrs. Henry DE COURCY; Mrs. Frances DE COURCY)

Musician, pianist, vocalist, teacher of music, pianoforte, singing, and dancing

Born Dublin, Ireland, c. 1823; daughter of Thomas CORMICK and Bridget ?
Married Henry DE COURCY (d. by 1868), St. Paul's church, Dublin, 30 July 1842
Arrived (1) Melbourne, VIC, 26 February 1852 (passenger per Athenian, from London, September 1851, via the Cape of Good Hope, 11 January, with "family")
Arrived (2) Melbourne, VIC, 7 February 1857 (per Three Bells, from Calcutta)
Died Woolloomooloo, NSW, 9 August 1860, aged "37/38" (BDM 1256/1860: Decourcy Francis [sic])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Frances+Cormick+De+Courcy+c1823-1860 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Summary:

Frances Cormick married Henry De Courcy at St. Paul's, Arran Quay, Dublin, on 30 July 1842.

Henry apparently not travelling with them, Frances and several children, certainly including her two eldest Frances Bridget (1844-1925) and James Henry (1845-1919, baptised James Michael), and perhaps also Daniel (d. 1914) and Thomas (d. 1916), arrived in Melbourne on 25 February 1852, as immigrants on the Athenian, one of the voyages organised by Caroline Chisholm's Family Colonisation Loan Society.

Frances advertised as a teacher of music in Stephen-street, Melbourne, in September and October 1852, and in November 1853 that she had moved to larger premises.

She was at Parramatta, NSW, by early 1858, where her youngest daughter, Maria Josephine (1858-1891) was born and baptised (RC), and where she continued to she continued to teach music, singing, and dancing, until she was severely injured in July 1858 in the first major railway accident in the colony.

Due to persistent injuries and her inability to continue teaching, Francis petitioned the NSW parliament for financial support, by which time (according to her own evidence given late in 1859) her husband Henry was back in Ireland, "deranged" and confined to a lunatic asylum (he had reportedly died by the time of their son John's marriage in Sydney in 1868).

Frances died from complications from her injuries in Sydney on 9 August 1860.

Her eldest daughter, Frances Bridget De Courcy never married and was a career infants teacher in NSW public schools (public service lists record her date of birth as 10 February 1844); and her eldest son James Henry De Courcy was later a well-known Sydney printer and managing director of the Catholic newspaper, Freeman's journal.

Documentation:

Marriages, St. Paul's (RC), Arran Quay, Dublin, 1842; National Library of Ireland

https://registers.nli.ie/registers/vtls000633661#page/62/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

745 / Henry De Courcy / Frances Cormick / 30th [July 1842] . . .

Baptisms, Westland Row (RC), 1845; National Library of Ireland

https://registers.nli.ie/registers/vtls000633485#page/217/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

December 1845 / 1 / James Michael De Coury, of Henry & Frances Maria, S.S. Tho's Cormick & Marg't Fuller

"To the Editor", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (1 March 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4783502 

. . . List of Passengers per ATHENIAN . . . Frances De Courcy and family . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 September 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4787371 

MRS. DE COURCY takes leave to inform her friends and the public that she is prepared to give lessons in music, either at her residence, 83, Stephen-street, or at the homes of the pupils.

[Advertisement], The Argus (16 November 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4799558 

MRS. DE COURCY informs her friends that she has taken a large and airy House at 199 Great Bourke-street west, in consequence of which she has vacancies for one of two gentlemen to board and lodge; the situation is healthful, enjoys the sea breeze, and is within five minute's walk of all the public offices.

Sydney, NSW (by 1858 to 1860):

"FATAL ACCIDENT ON THE GREAT SOUTHERN RAILWAY", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (14 July 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115559474 

On, Saturday morning, the train left Parramatta at 8.47, and after running to Haslam's Creek (about two miles and a half from Homebush), the horse-boxes and some of the carriages ran off the line . . . The bodies of the dead, and some of the wounded, were conveyed to Parramatta, where they were placed under the care of Dr. Gwynne, and others were taken to Sydney. The following are their names, and the nature of the injuries they sustained - . . . Mrs. Frances De Courcy, a severe injury in one eye, and left wrist broken . . .

"RAILWAY ACCIDENT (PETITION OF FRANCES DE COURCY), Ordered by the Legislative Assembly to be Printer, 11 October, 1859", Votes & proceedings . . . Legislative Assembly, (Sydney: Thomas Richards, government printer, 1860), 379 and following

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=ljY1AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA379 (DIGITISED)

To the Honorable the Legislative Assembly of New South Wales, in Parliament assembled.
The humble Petition of Frances De Courcy, of Sydney, SHEWETH:
That your Petitioner is one of the sufferers by the accident which occurred on the Parramatta Line of Railway, in the month of July, one thousand eight hundred and fifty-eight.
That, previously to and at the time of the said accident, your Petitioner resided in Parramatta, and was professionally engaged in teaching music, singing, and dancing, and had several pupils there, and in Sydney.
That your Petitioner also carried on an infant school under the superintendence of her daughter, and from these sources had an income of one hundred and fifty pounds per annum.
That the injuries received by your Petitioner were a dislocation of the wrist of her right hand, and severe contusion on the head and right eye, by which her eyesight has been permanently injured, and the use of her wrist impaired.
That after the accident the Government provided your Petitioner with medical assistance and other comforts, and also advanced a sum of five pounds per week for the support of her family.
That in September last the Government, thinking that your Petitioner would be able to follow the practice of her profession, paid her a sum of twenty-five pounds, and gave a free ticket for the Railway for six months; and at the same time obtained from your Petitioner a receipt in full for all claims upon the Government.
That Doctor Gwynne, who attended your Petitioner, informed her that her injuries were purely accidental, and that it was to the kindness of Captain Martindale that she was indebted for anything; and under those circumstances your Petitioner signed the receipt above referred to.
That your Petitioner, finding her health still impaired, and her former pupils gone to other teachers, again applied for further compensation, or assistance; and the Government, under the circumstances, paid her a further sum of twenty-five pounds, taking another receipt in full.
That the injuries received by your Petitioner are of a permanent nature; have materially injured her health, and will preclude her from following her occupation; and the payments by the Government were made under the impression that the injuries were of a temporary character.
That in confirmation of this statement your Petitioner begs leave to append hereto the Certificates of the Medical Gentlemen who attended her.
That your Petitioner claims to be entitled to further compensation, and has applied therefor; but the Government, whilst admitting your Petitioner's unfortunate condition, declines making such compensation, upon the ground that your Petitioner has signed a "receipt in full," the Honorable the Secretary for Lands and Works at the same time advancing a sum of twenty pounds to meet your Petitioner's immediate wants.
That your Petitioner has a large family to support, and is now in an almost destitute condition.
Your Petitioner, therefore, humbly prays that your Honorable House will take her case into consideration, and take such steps in the matter as shall be just.
And your Petitioner will ever pray.
F. DE COURCY . . .

"IN the Legislative Assembly yesterday . . .", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (19 October 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64091651 

. . . Mr. HART moved for the appointment of a Select Committee, to inquire into the case of Mrs. De Courcy, the lady who sustained severe injury by the upsetting of the train on the Great Southern Railway in 1858. Mrs. De Courcy had previously been earning a comfortable subsistence as governess, but was now unable to do so, and was without resources.
The SECRETARY FOR LANDS acknowledged that the case was a very hard one, and seemed still more so owing to the very extraordinary decision in the case of Mrs. Want. Mrs. De Courcey had already received some slight assistance from the Government, and he would be glad to have the matter referred to a Committee . . .

Minutes of evidence taken before the select committee on the petition of Mrs. De Courcy; Votes & proceedings . . . Legislative Assembly (Sydney: Thomas Richards, government printer, 1860), 389-400

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=ljY1AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA389 (DIGITISED)

[389] [Wednesday, 21 December 1859] Mrs. Frances De Courcy called in and examined: -
1. By the Chairman: Were you one of the sufferers by the Railway accident of July, 1858? Mrs. Frances Yes; I received a dislocation of the wrist.
2. Where did you reside at the time? At the corner of Hunter and O'Connell streets, Parramatta.
3. What occupation did you carry on there? Teacher of Music, Singing, and Dancing.
4. Had you many pupils? I made about £150 a-year by music and singing. The dancing class was only just commenced. I had sixteen pupils, and the promise of more; but in consequence of this accident I was obliged to give up in the middle of the quarter.
5. Were you dependent on your own exertions for your living? Yes, solely.
6. Have you any family? Five children.
7. Are they young? The youngest is not quite two years, and the eldest is going on for sixteen.
8. Had your eldest daughter an infant-school under her charge at Parramatta? Under her sole charge . . .
13. In consequence of this accident was your school broken up? Yes. I could not suffer the noise, as I was deranged, almost, for a time; at least, my mind was affected on account of the fall. I could not allow any noise in the house.
14. How long after the accident did you first attempt to resume your business? About six months. I was paid by the Government for a certain time, and after that some of my friends advised me to come to Sydney, many of my pupils having gone away from Parramatta, as [390] they could not wait for my recovery; and of those who remained, those who had made any advancement could see the difference in my playing, as I could not after the accident play as I had done before . . .
19. When you signed that receipt, were you under the impression that the injuries you had received were not of a permanent character? Yes, I thought I should have recovered in a short time.
20. Are you now permanently prevented from following your occupation as a teacher of music? Yes, I feel it every day; I cannot play as I used to do, and my pupils see that, as it is necessary for me to play over a new piece before giving it to them. My health is getting worse almost every day.
21. You are quite shattered in constitution? Yes, and I have become exceedingly nervous.
22. Is your home broken up? Yes, but for the kindness of friends who give us house room, I should not have a home now. A friend who knew us in better circumstances has kindly given us a home . . .
28. What do you earn now? I have one pupil at Parramatta, and I teach two in the house where I live, as a compliment to the lady of the house for her kindness to me . . .
56. You have stated that you need £150 a year, but the Committee have no means, beyond your own statement, of making a calculation as to the loss you have sustained, and the amount of compensation they should give you - can you state how many pupils you had, and the amount you received from them, at the time of your accident? I had six pupils in town - three of whom paid me three guineas a quarter for singing, and three who paid the same sum per quarter for music. I had seven pupils in the country who paid me two guineas a quarter each. I had also twelve dancing pupils who paid me a guinea a quarter each for instruction once a week. I was only beginning this class, and I have not received a quarter's payment from them, as the accident occurred during the currency of the quarter. I believe, had I been able to continue the class I should have earned a good deal more . . .
62. Are you a widow? No; my husband is deranged, and that is another drawback to me, as I am obliged to send a little money home for his support . . .

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=ljY1AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA392 (DIGITISED)

[392] [Wednesday, 9 February 1860] Gordon Gwynne, Esq., M.D., called in and examined: . . .
71. Did the injuries she received prevent her following her profession? I should say undoubtedly so, to a certain extent.
72. I am speaking of the time of the accident? Unquestionably.
73. Was she compelled to relinquish her business altogether? Entirely so - she was perfectly disabled . . .
75. Can you state now whether her injuries were of a temporary nature, or whether they are permanent? Decidedly the latter.
76. Do you think that the dislocation of her wrist has the effect of preventing her instructing pupils in music? Had it been a simple dislocation it would not, but it was worse - it was a laceration of the ligaments of the wrist.
77. The effect of your evidence would be, I apprehend, that she could not play with the facility she previously did? Precisely so.
78. Can you say whether the injury has made her very nervous? Doubtless it has.
79. Has it affected her mind in any respect? That is a question I should answer in the affirmative. I think it has. She is an utter stranger to me, although I have seen her from time to time since she has been taken from under my medical superintendence; and I do not allude to her domestic circumstances, but she has a large family I know, and having nothing to sustain them, this, doubtless, with the severe injuries which she has sustained, has preyed upon her mind . . .
84. In your opinion, is she a person of respectability and of good education? As I have stated, she is an utter stranger to me, but I should say she is a woman of good family, and, as far as my judgment goes, I think of good education - highly so.
85. By Mr. Close: I believe Mrs. De Courcy has been an instructress of music? Yes.
86. Are you aware whether it is absolutely necessary for an instructress of music to play, and to use her hands? I should say decidedly so . . .
88. To what extent do you now consider that the injuries received by her are permanent? She will never recover the free use of her wrist, and I think she will never get the use of the right side of her face, she has not proper feeling in it, nor can she masticate on that side, and as she is a vocalist she will be unable to exercise her peculiar power as she has previously done . . .

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=ljY1AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA396 (DIGITISED)

APPENDIX A: [Letter from B. H. Martindale, 15 February 1860] [396] . . . Mrs. De Courcy has a family of five children, entirely dependent upon her for support, her husband being in a Lunatic Asylum . . .

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[399] [24 February 1860] Mr. Patrick Hayes called in and examined:
140. By the Chairman: You are acquainted with Mrs. De Courcy? I am.
141. Have you been for any length of time? Between two and three years.
142. Do you know anything with reference to her proficiency as a teacher of music? I am no great judge, but my daughter, who was under her instruction, says she was a very good teacher.
143. She gave you satisfaction? Every satisfaction.
144. What did she teach your daughter? The piano.
145. Only the piano? Only the piano.
146. Do you know that she is now disabled from giving instruction on the piano? From my daughter's account, she was not so efficient in her teaching after the accident.
147. Have you any knowledge of music yourself? None whatever. I merely speak from what my daughter says, and she is naturally gifted with respect to music.
148. What sum per quarter did you pay for your daughter? £2 a quarter; but Mrs. De Courcy was more reasonable with me than with others, because she generally stopped at my place when coming from Sydney, before she came to live at Parramatta. She had also commenced a dancing school at Parramatta.
149. Do you know what her general reputation as a teacher was? Merely from hearsay, from Miss Williams and others, that it was very good. She was teaching the daughters of Mrs. Williams, at the hotel, at the time of the accident, and she had a very fair school at her house.
150. Since her accident she has never been able to follow her usual pursuits? She has never been able to get a school together since.
151. By Mr. Close: She never taught your daughter after the accident? She did, but my daughter said it was useless.
152. Did your daughter say that her deficiency arose from mental or from bodily incapacity? I never asked, but she said it was useless for me to pay any more money to her, she could not perform so well as she had done.
153. Or could not teach? She could not perform on the instrument so well.
154. By the Chairman: Have you understood that Mrs. De Courcy was well acquainted with the theory of music? Yes, from those who were judges. My daughter was taught at Subiaco, and is a very excellent musician herself.
155. From what you know of her, are you able to say whether she bore an excellent character? A very excellent character. She was an indefatigable woman in her business, and has a large family.

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[400] SEPARATE APPENDIX.
164, Phillip-street, 23 February, 1860.
Sir, At the request of Mrs. Frances De Courcy, I beg to inform the Committee, through you, that I have been cognizant of Mrs. De Courcy's circumstances for the last two years and a half. Prior to the Railway Accident she taught music in several respectable families in Sydney and Parramatta, and at the latter place she had also a dancing class and a day school for small children. From these various sources she derived a comfortable livelihood for herself and family of five children. Of Mrs. De Courcy's respectability there can be no doubt, and I believe those who have availed themselves of her services would, from their own observation of her conduct, bear me out in this assertion. The severe injuries she received through the accident of course prevented Mrs. De Courcy from attending her pupils, and in most cases they were provided with other teachers. I may state, as bearing upon the case, that immediately after the accident a subscription list was opened in Sydney, and £20 collected for Mrs. De Courcy and her family, but at the desire of the Railway Authorities it was closed, on the understanding that provision would be made for her present wants; several subscriptions were returned, and others refused. I believe, in fact I know, Mrs. De Courcy is at the present time in very distressed circumstances, which I believe to have resulted from the injuries she received rendering her incapable of resuming the avocation of a teacher of music.
I remain, &c., FRANCIS C. BREWER.
[To:] James Hart, Esq., M.L.A.

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Campbell Brewer (musical amateur)

Report from the Select Committee on the petition of Mrs. Frances De Courcy . . . ordered by the Legislative Assembly to be printed, 24 April 1860 (Sydney: Thomas Richards, government printer, 1860)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=ljY1AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA381 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mrs. De Courcy, in answer to the following question - "When you signed that receipt (25 September) were you under the impression that the injuries you had received were not of a permanent character?" - says, "Yes, I thought I should have recovered in a short time." Again she says, "I did not think I should have been so long ill. I thought I should not have had to call upon the Government for money, but that I should have got back my old pupils, and it is much more pleasant to labor and earn money for one's self than to be dependant on others" . . .

"PARLIAMENTARY PAPER. REPORT ON PETITION OF MRS. FRANCES DE COURCY", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 May 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13039969 

The Select Committee of the Legislative Assembly, appointed on the 18th October, 1859, "to inquire into and report upon the allegations contained in the petition of Mrs. De Courcy," have agreed to the following report:
The case set up by the petitioner may be thus shortly stated. In July, 1858, and for some time prior to that date, Mrs. De Courcy resided in Paramatta, where she taught music, singing, and dancing. She had also some pupils in Sydney, and was in the habit of travelling up and down between the two places. From these sources, and a school kept by her daughter, she was in the receipt of an income of about £160 per annum. On the 10th July, 1858, when the accident occurred on the Parramatta line of railway, Mrs. De Courcy was one of the passengers, and received severe injuries which confined her to her bed for some ten or twelve weeks; she was, consequently, unable to follow her profession, and is now in a state of comparative destitution . . .

"COLONIAL PARLIAMENT. NEW SOUTH WALES . . . MRS. FRANCES DE COURCY", The Sydney Morning Herald (5 May 1860), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13040164 

Mr. HART moved, "That this House will on Tuesday, the 8th instant, resolve itself into a committee of the whole to consider of an address to the Governor-General, praying that his Excellency will be pleased to cause to be placed upon the Supplementary Estimates for the service of the year 1860, a sum of money not exceeding £100, as compensation to Mrs. Frances Da Courcy for injuries sustained by her on the Parramatta line of railway . . . Mrs. De Courcy, as was shown by the report of enquiry into the accident, had received very serious injuries. Her wrist was dislocated, and she was deprived of the use of her hand. Her face was injured, and permanently disfigured, and paralysis had set in. He thought the case was one deserving the sympathy of the Government.
Mr. HOSKINS seconded the motion.
Mr. WINDEYER said he regretted the committee had not recommended a larger sum, when the enormous amount of £7500 had been given to Mrs. Want. Mrs. De Courcy had received injuries not only bodily, but also mentally, which made the blood run cold; and at the time of the accident she was in the receipt of from £150 to £200 per year. She had a family of five children, and also contributed towards the maintenance of her husband who was suffering from unsoundness of mind. He thought the sum was too small . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Charles Windeyer (member of parliament)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 August 1860), 1

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On the 9th instant, at her late residence, 182, Palmer-street, Woolloomooloo, Mrs. Frances De Courcy, in the 38th year of her age, leaving a young family to deplore their loss.

NOTE: There is no registered record of her death; another paper reported she was "in the 35th year of her age" (born c. 1826), but this seems a little unlikely if she was married in 1842; see "DEATHS", Freeman's Journal (11 August 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114837861 

"MARRIAGE", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (21 November 1868), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115431520 

DE COURCY - POLIN. - On the 4th inst., at St. Mary's Cathedral, by the Rev. Father Garvey, James Henry, eldest son of the late Mr. Henry De Courcy, of Dublin, to Mary, second daughter of the late Mr. Peter Polin, of Nottingham, England.

Bibliography and resources:

Alan Atkinson, The Europeans in Australia, volume 2, Democracy (Sydney: UNSW Press, 2016), 382-84

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=vVhEDQAAQBAJ (PREVIEW)

Atkinson's chapter 13, "Railway dreaming", includes a case study of the 1858 railway accident that mentions Frances several times, drawing information from the parliamentary proceedings and her death certificate; however she was perhaps unlikely to have been quite as young as 33 in 1858, as Atkinson stated, as that would have made her 19 when her eldest child was born in 1844 and 17 at her marriage in 1842

DECTROW, Charles (Charles DECTROW) = Charles Hermann DECHOW

Musician, pianist

Active Ballarat, VIC, 1865-66

DEERING, Henry (Henry William SHINTON; stage name Henry DEERING; Mr. DEERING)

Actor, vocalist, theatrical manager, playwright, alderman

Born London, England, 14 April 1816; baptised St. Giles in the fields, 14 June 1824 [sic], son of Thomas SHINTON (deceased) and Phoebe Jemima HODGES (d. Geelong, VIC, 1858)
Married Eliza MOSSENTON, St. Pancras chapel, London, England, 8 June 1841
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 1 January 1843 (per Posthumous, from London and Gravesend, 6 August 1842, via Melbourne, 9-25 December)
Died Ballarat, VIC, 23 April 1856, aged "40"

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https://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1484924 (NLA persistent identifier- DAAO)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1807289 (NLA persistent identifier - AusStage)

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DEERING, Eliza Rosa (Eliza MOSSENTON; Eliza Rosa; Rosa; [1] Mrs. Henry DEERING; [2] Mrs. Henry CHAPMAN)

Actor, dancer, vocalist

Born Great Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England, 1818; baptised Great Marlow, 28 November 1818, daughter of Robert MOSSENTON (1785-1825) and Hester TOWNSEND (c. 1786-1849)
Married (1) Henry SHINTON, St. Pancras chapel, London, England, 8 June 1841
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 1 January 1843 (per Posthumous, from London and Gravesend, 6 August 1842, via Melbourne, 9-25 December 1842)
Married (2) Henry CHAPMAN, VIC, 1856
Died Carlton, VIC, 4 June 1880, aged "61", "a colonist of 37 years"

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DEERING, Olly (Oliver Austin Shinton DEERING; Olly DEERING; Ollie DEERING)

Actor

Born Sydney, NSW, 19 October 1843; son of Henry SHINTON and Eliza Rosa MOSSENTON
Married Rosalina BLACKBURN ("Miss Linda RAYMOND"), VIC, 1894
Died Sydney, NSW, 16 November 1906

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Olly+Deering+1843-1906 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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DEERING, Waddy (Wardock Shinton DEERING; "Waddy DEERING"; Ellen Rose DEERING; Ellinor; [1] Mrs. SMITH; [2] Mrs. William Bain GILL)

Actor

Born Adelaide, SA, 3 April 1848; daughter of Henry SHINTON and Eliza Rosa MOSSENTON
Married (1) James Bartlett SMITH (1845-1867), 2 July 1864
Married (2) William Bain GILL (1842-1919), Old Church, Calcutta, India, 8 December 1868
Died Schenectady, NY, USA, 25 February 1919

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Summary:

Born Henry Shinton, he took Deering as his professional name, said to be a family name on his mother's side.

He was active at the Queen's Theatre, London, from around 1840, appearing, for instance, as Matthew Lainé in Jane of the hatchet in July 1840, as Sandy Micklewee in The wager; or, The school-girl, and as Ackrasseen in Petticoat service; or, Freaks at Aboukir Bay. He was perhaps the Mr. Deering Montague, described as one of the principal comedians of the company in 1837.

Henry married Eliza Rosa Mossenton on 8 June 1841.

In August 1842, they sailed for Australia with Joseph Wyatt, who had hired Henry to join his company at the Royal Victoria Theatre, Sydney, and who was returning to Sydney with the second batch of his new recruits. Joining Wyatt and the Deerings on the Posthumous were John Gordon Griffiths and Thomas Mereton and their families.

Having meanwhile appeared at least twice for George Buckingham's company at the Pavilion Theatre in Melbourne, Deering made his Sydney debut on arrival in January 1843. During his first year with the company, he was frequently billed as singing a "new", "favorite" or "comic" song between the pieces. Unfortunately, only one of these songs was identified in advance, One suit between two, sung at the end of his very first week. However, his musical efforts don't seem to have excited much press comment then or later, and from the beginning of 1844 onwards, and for much of the rest of his career, songs from him are only occasionally billed.

However, he almost certainly also regularly contributed songs within theatrical pieces, though many of these were unnoticed or unlisted. Two exceptions were the song "Wellington", which he sang in the 1844 revival of Charles Nagel's The mock Catalani, and Killian's "Mine the prize and mine the glory", in the opening scene of Weber's Der Freischutz in 1845.

In February 1846, the Deerings sailed to Adelaide, where Henry was proprietor of the Royal Adelaide Theatre, and later in partnership with George Coppin.

He later managed theatres in Geelong, Launceston, Hobart, and Melbourne.

Documentation:

Baptisms, Great Marlow, Buckinghamshire, 1818; bishop's transcripts, 1806-1825, page 78; Buckinghamshire Archives, D/A/T/129

https://www.findmypast.com.au/transcript?id=GBPRS%2FBUCKINGHAMSHIRE%2FBAP%2F000844070 (PAYWALL)

26 November 1818 / Eliza daughter of / Robert and Hester / Mossenton / Shoe Maker . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Giles in the Fields in the county of Middlesex; in the year 1824; register 1814-84, page 300; London Metropolitan Archives, P82/Gis/A/02

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/14277466:1558 (PAYWALL)

No. 3596 / [1824] June 14 / Henry William [son of] / Thomas (deceased) & Jemina / Shinton / [born] 14 April 1816 / 22 Plumtree Street, St. George, Bloomsbury / Father late a Glover / . . .

"POLICE . . . MARYLEBONE", The examiner [London, England] (24 December 1837), 828

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=zWiNg5Znyt4C&pg=PA828 (DIGITISED)

On Thursday Mr. Deering Montague, one of the principal comedians at the Queen's Theatre, entered the office, accompanied by about twenty other actors and actresses, for the purpose of obtaining advice from the sitting magistrate, Mr. Shutt, under the following circumstances: - The applicant stated that for some time past he and the other persons who were present had been performing at the above theatre, which was under the management of Miss Desborough, and the landlord had put an execution in the house that morning, while the company were rehearsing a new comic piece. The broker and his man were not satisfied with seizing the machinery, scenery, and other properties attached to the house, but, in spite of the most urgent and vehement remonstrances, they laid their sacrilegious hands upon the dresses, wigs, pantaloons, boots, and other articles belonging to the actors and actresses assembled, and which did not belong to the theatre, but were of course private property. The whole heterogeneous collection was duly impounded according to law, and they had the consolation of learning from the broker that, unless the rent was paid in five days from that time, everything would be sold. Mr. Shutt told the applicant that he could not interfere, but advised the applicant to endeavour to persuade the landlord to give up the things claimed as private property.

[Satirical] "PEEPING TOM OF COVENTRY" Crim. Con. Gazette [London, England] (14 December 1839),

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0004682/18391214/002/0001 (PAYWALL)

. . . I SAW Mr. Deering, the actor of the Queen's Theatre, knocking his head against the procession posts for revenge at the lady' decamping, who called herself Mrs. D------.
THINKS I TO MYSELF THINKS I, then that affair of the inconstant lady was the cause of your faculty, and not being able to appear in your past last Monday night. What a mark of affection for a worthless woman . . .

[Advertisement], The Era [London, England] (17 May 1840), 6

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18400517/011/0006 (PAYWALL)

QUEEN'S THEATRE. - Mr. DALLMAN, Book-keeper, and Mr. DEERING, Prompter, respectfully announce their BENEFIT for THURSDAY, MAY 21st . . .
Tickets may be bad of Mr. Dallman, at the Box-office, or of Mr. Deering, 26, Charlotte-street, Fitzroy-square.

1841, marriage solemnized by Banns in the parish of St. Pancras in the county of Middlesex; register 1841-42, page 79; London Metropolitan Archives, P90/PAN1/078

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2305552:1623 (PAYWALL)

No. 158 / [1841] June 8 / Henry Shinton / full age / Bachelor / - / John. St. / [Father] Thos. Shinton / Dead
Eliza Mossenton / full age / Spinster / - / [John. St.] / [Father] Elza Mossenton [sic] / Dead . . .

[News], The Era [London, England] (14 August 1842), 6

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18420814/009/0006 (PAYWALL)

On Thursday evening last, Deering, the comedian, took a farewell benefit at the Queen's Theatre, previously to his departure, on a theatrical engagement, to Sydney. The performances were well selected, and his friends mustered strongly in his support. The beneficiaire appeared in Leubin Greenfield, in the late Mr. Ing's piece of "Love's Frailties," and acquitted himself much to the satisfaction of the audience.

Melbourne, NSW (VIC) (9 to 25 December 1842):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", Port Phillip Gazette [Melbourne, NSW (VIC)] (10 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008287 

December 9. - Posthumas [sic], barque, 390 tons, Milner, master, from Gravesend 22nd August. Passengers, cabin . . . Mrs. Wyatt, child and servant . . . Intermediate for Sydney . . . Mr. and Mrs. Deering and child, Mr. and Mrs. Mereton and four children, Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths and six children; and six in the steerage. Were, Brothers & Co., agents.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wyatt (manager); Thomas Mereton and wife (actors); John Gordon Griffiths (actor)

"THEATRICALS", Melbourne Times (17 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226925209 

Thursday night last, as we anticipated, proved the most attractive since the commencement of theatricals in this province. The entertainments were selected for the benefit of Mr. Burgin, and also for the purpose of introducing to a Melbourne audience three new dramatic stars from the London Union Theatres - and we are quite sure from the crowded state of the house, that theatricals would flourish in the province, provided a talented company Was engaged! The first piece was a domestic drama, called Loves Frailties, in which Mr. Deering from the Queen's Theatre, London, sustained the part of Lubin, the principal character in the piece, in a style that drew down vehement bursts of applause from the audience. The character of Old Green well was sustained by Mr. Mereton, also from the London Theatres in a very able manner . . .
THE LONDON ACTORS. - We are glad to announce to the public, that Mr. and Mrs. Mereton and Mr. Deering have kindly consented to appear on Monday next, being for the benefit of Mr. McMillan, it being their last appearance on this stage.

ASSOCIATIONS: Philip Burgin (actor); Royal Victoria Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (17 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225012531 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . THIS EVENING, December 17th,
will be performed the celebrated nautical drama, entitled BLACK EYED SUSAN.
When the part of William will be sustained by MR. DEERING, and Susan by MRS. MERETON, Natbrain by MR. DEERING.
A Song - By MR. DEERING.
To conclude with THE INNKEEPER OF ABBERVILLE, in which the above Lady and Gentlemen will make their last appearance in Australia Felix . . .
G. BUCKINGHAM, Stage Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Buckingham (actor, manager)

Sydney, NSW (1 January 1843 to late January 1846):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", The Australian [Sydney, NSW] (2 January 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37114967

From Port Phillip, the same day [yesterday], having left the 25th ultimo, the barque Posthumous, 390 tons, Captain Milner, with part of her original cargo. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt, and servant . . . Intermediate - Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths, and two children; Mr. and Mrs. Merton, and four children; Mr. and Mrs. Deering, and child; Mr. and Mrs. Iredale, and fourteen in the steerage.

"THEATRE", Australasian Chronicle (14 January 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31738560

A very interesting little drama, entitled Love's Frailties, was produced at the Victoria Theatre on Thursday evening, in which Mr. Deering, one of the new performers who came out with Mr. Wyatt, made his first bow before an Australian audience in the character of Lubin . . . he played the part assigned to him on Thursday in a manner which raises somewhat highly our expectations of his dramatic career. After the conclusion of the piece, he was called for by the audience, and loudly applauded.

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (28 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12409482 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. SIMES, Monday, Jan. 30, 1843 . . .
Comic Song, by Mr. Deering, "One Suit between Two" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Simes (actor, manager)

SONG: One suit between two ["All you who are reduced and wish to cut a shine . . . how Jack and I were gentlemen by turns"]

"POLICE COURT BUSINESS", The Sydney Morning Herald (15 November 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12426869

. . . Henry Deering, Andrew Torning, and Thomas Mereton, each bound in open Court to keep the peace for twelve months in £50 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Torning (actor, manager)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 January 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12425318 

JUVENILE NIGHT. Children under twelve years of age admitted to the Dress Circle at Half Price. To-Morrow, THURSDAY, January 11, 1844, will be presented . . . the Burlesque Tragic Opera, entitled BOMBASTES FURIOSO; General Bombastes, Master S. Lazar (only six years old), with a Medley Song, a Duett with Mr. Deering, and the Original Finale . . .

Baptisms, St. James, Sydney, 1844; Biographical database of Australia (BDA)

https://www.bda-online.org.au/mybda/search/biographical-report/30311095402 (PAYWALL)

10 November 1844 / born 19 October 1843 / Oliver Austin Shenton son of / Henry Shenton and Eliza / Deering / Comedian . . .

"THEATRICALS", The Australian (30 August 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37157906 

The event, not only of the week, but of the season, has been the production of the popular, and beautifully dramatic Opera, "Der Freischutz." . . . "Mine the prize," or more familiarly known as the song and laughing chorus, was very abortive. Mr. Deering did not sing the notes oi this piece - Weber's melody was, virtually, substituted by something improvisational in its character; the chorus was altogether very unsatisfactory . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (22 December 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12884238 

WHITE CONDUIT HOUSE, Rushcutter Bay. GEORGE DODERY, PROPRIETOR. GRAND CHRISTMAS GALA . . .
A CONCERT IN THE EVENING. The whole under the superintendence of Mr. H. Deering, late of the Royal Victoria Theatre . . .

Adelaide, SA (15 February 1846 to 15 July 1848):

"ADELAIDE SHIPPING. Arrived", Adelaide Observer [SA] (21 February 1846), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158921810 

Sunday, February 15th - The brig Emma, 121 tons, Fox, master, from Sydney. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Deering and three children . . .

"MR. DEERING'S ENTERTAINMENT", South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register [Adelaide, SA] (14 March 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195933637 

It is of great service to strangers visiting South Australia to possess ordinary recommendations from known individuals of the neighbouring colonies; but the admirable Order of Odd Fellows have a talisman even superior to that of private persons, and the warm official recommendations of the provincial lodges are sufficient to stamp the character and at once to give a respectable status to the bearer of them. Mr. Deering announces a concert and entertainment - he is an Odd Fellow; and independent of his personal merit, which is said to be great, the whole South Australian body of the craft is enlisted in his favor, with the probability that on Wednesday evening next he will have a numerous and most respectable audience.

"LOCAL INTELLIGENCE", South Australian Register (18 March 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27452350 

The opening dinner of the "Eagle Tavern" took place last evening, at the hour appointed, when more than forty respectable citizens sat down to a repast, which was not merely well provided, but exhibited a profusion of good things. After the removal of the cloth the usual routine of loyal, appropriate, and local toasts were duly proposed by the chairman, and responded to with all the honours and a hearty goodwill - the health of Colonel Gawler producing a more than ordinary ebullition from a knot of the senior colonists present. Among the harmonists, Mr. Deering was particularly distinguished, but many guests strove mightily to conduce to the good fellowship of the occasion; and at a late hour the worthy landlord and his guests mutually effected a reluctant separation.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Gawler (colonist)

[Advertisement], South Australian (19 June 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71604974 

Royal Adelaide Theatre. Erected on the premises known as the "Bush Hotel."
THIS new place of amusement will open on Monday evening next.
Previous to the performance, "God save the Queen" by the whole of the Company.
AFTER WHICH, The nautical drama, entitled THE FATAL LIGHT-SHIP; OR, THE WILD WOMAN OF THE WAVES.
[REDACTED] song - Mr. Howard. To conclude with the farce of PERFECTION; OR, THE LAD WITH A CORK LEG!
Doors open at seven, commence at half past seven. Boxes, 2s; Pit, 1s.
Nights of performance, Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Stage Manager - Mr. Deering.

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Adelaide Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"LOCAL INTELLIGENCE", South Australian Register (24 June 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27453161 

The New Royal Adelaide Theatre, recently erected on the premises known as the "Bush Club House," was opened on Monday evening. We were much pleased to find the new establishment a decided improvement, as compared with many other similar places of amusement which have preceded it. The audience, which was numerous, orderly, and respectable, seemed to be quite taken by surprise at the excellence of arrangements which so far exceeded the expectations they had formed. It would be ungenerous to indulge in criticism, because the performances were remarkably well received, each act and scene having met its share of the general and strongly marked approval. The company was the best that could have been organised in the colony, and for our own parts we are quite pleased to admit that we were much entertained. Mr. Deering is the ostensible proprietor, and if he continues to conduct the business of the theatre with the same attention to the comfort of the public, as manifested at the commencement of the season, his success is pretty well assured. Neatness, good order, and a well lighted house are prime recommendations, especially in Adelaide; and if, as we have reason to expect, the promises made in Mr. Deering's introductory address, be borne out in performance, he will have the satisfaction of "playing" to crowded houses. If we mistake not the farce selected for the opening performances is identical with "Perfection, or the Lady of Munster," in the personification of which character the clever Mrs. Waylett excelled; and if there is no particular objection we would recommend the managers contriving to sink "The Cork Leg," in the bill.

ASSOCIATIONS: Harriet Waylett (English actor)

"ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE", South Australian (31 July 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71605416

We visited the only public place of amusement in the town, last evening, and were much pleased with the entertainments . . . and we congratulate Mr. Deering, the proprietor, on his success . . . Mrs. Deering . . . is deservedly becoming a great favorite with the play-going public of South Australia.

[Advertisement], Adelaide Observer (12 September 1846), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158923098 

ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE, BY special desire, renewal of the "Misletoe Bough," re-appearance of the real donkey . . .
Saturday, September 12th . . . Comic duet by Mr. and Mrs. Deering.
On Monday, September 14th, "The Misletoe Bough; or, Young Lovell's Bride" . . . The Donkey's Trial, by Mr. Dyball.
Stage Manager, Mr. Deering.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Dyball (actor)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (30 September 1846), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article73842080

ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE. On Thursday, October 1st, for the benefit of Mrs. Deering . . .
Comic duet, first time here, by Messrs. Deering and Howard . . .
The Cracovienne will be danced by Mrs. Deering . . .

"Local News", South Australian (5 March 1847), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71607496 

We have now two theatres in Adelaide. The Queen's Theatre, conducted by Mr. Coppin; and the Royal Adelaide, conducted by Mr. Deering. We visited them both last night. The Queen's Theatre was patronized by the lawyers, and several good legal pieces were brought forward . . . At the Royal Adelaide, which is much inferior to the Queen's, but very neat and comfortable, the acting is generally good, the singing respectable, and Mr. Carrol's hornpipe was equal to any we have seen in the colony. "Palmam qui meruit ferat."

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (actor, manager); James Carroll (dancer, fiddler); New Queen's Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"'SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . SAILED", Adelaide Observer (22 July 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158926343 

Saturday, July 15th - The steamer Juno, 802 tons, Kirsopp, master, for Portland, Port Phillip, Boyd, and Sydney. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Deering and three sons . . .

Melbourne and Geelong, NSW (VIC) (from 18 July 1848):

"Shipping Intelligence. MELBOURNEE. ARRIVED", Geelong Advertiser [NSW (VIC) (20 July 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91458381 

July 18 - Juno, steamer, from Adelaide. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Deering and three children . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (29 July 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223152947 

QUEEN'S THEATRE . . . ON MONDAY EVENING, JULY 31.
First appearance of MR. and MRS. DEERING, from the Sydney and Adelaide Theatres . . .
MR. T. MERETON, Manager. MR. J. T. SMITH, Proprietor.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Thomas Smith (proprietor); Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

"THINGS THEATRICAL", The Melbourne Argus (4 August 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4764368 

There is quite a fracas just now in the theatrical world, owing to the non-appearance of the band at the performances on Monday evening. From what we can learn it appears that the performances were originally announced for the benefit of Mr. and Mrs. Deering, and both performers and musicians intended giving their services gratuitously, but it happened to spunk out that the real benefitter was to be the proprietor - Mr. Councillor Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Deering getting only five pounds for their chance, and the band not considering Mr. Smith an object of charity resolved to withhold their services until they were asked for. This it seems did not comport with Mr. S's dignity, the band consequently remained unengaged and the visitors at the theatre were done out of the music, the worthy proprietor pocketing the saving.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (25 November 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93139386 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG. WILL OPEN FOR THE SEASON, On MONDAY, November 27, 1848 . . .
Previous to the performances the National Anthem of "GOD SAVE THE QUEEN," BY THE WHOLE OF THE COMPANY;
AND AN Opening Address by Mr. Deering.
The Band will perform the Overture to the Caliph of Bagdad . . .
Overture L'Italiana in Algeiri, By the Band.
The whole to conclude with the laughable Farce of
PADDY'S PRESCRIPTION; OR HOW TO CURE A DUMB WOMAN . . .
Doctor Cachuca Cracovienne Gitana Persiana Grisi Lablache Rubini Faliero,
Member of the Royal Italian Society of Humbugonians,
Knight of the Noble Order of Green Goggle-eyed Griffins,
Brother to the Emperor of Rhubarb and Magnesia,
and First Cousin to the King of the Cannibal Islands,
M. D., L.L.D., F.R.S., &c, &c., &c. - Mr. Deering . . .
Leader of the Band - Mr. STAINSBY . . . Stage Manager, MR. DEERING.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Stainsby (leader, musician); Theatre Royal (Geelong venue); the farce (as later reported, see 26 December 1851) was an original stage work devised and written by Deering

"THE NEW THEATRE", Geelong Advertiser (7 December 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93134985 

Last night was enacted, for the first time, "Massaroni of the Mountains," and very effectively it was got up. The orchestra, which on this occasion had all its powers brought into play, performed admirably; and, what is not altogether usual with a colonial audience, the music was appreciated in the manner it certainly deserved. The applause bestowed upon the performance of Massaroni, was general and enthusiastic . . . Of Mr. Deering we may at present remark, he conceives his parts with great accuracy, and delineates them with much truthfulness. He is, however, wanting in, what is termed among the "craft," flexibility. His powers do not quite keep pace with his conceptions. We must not omit to mention, that the orchestra has received a great improvement by the addition of a fine-toned pianoforte, attended by Mr. Robinson.

"DEERING'S BENEFIT", Geelong Advertiser (19 April 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93133543 

Mr. Deering has for the last four or five months, since the opening of the Theatre Royal, under his management, been gaining the golden opinions of all classes, and it cannot therefore be doubted but that he will receive practical and substantial evidence of the estimation in which he is held by the degree of patronage which will be bestowed upon his benefit. Whether as an actor or a manager he is as clever as he is indefatigable; and if it were only for his success in maintaining the best of good order in the house, and the tone of respectability which he has given to everything connected with the theatre, he would deserve well of the public. Of the entertainments offered, we need scarcely speak, for after the uninterrupted succession of novelties which have been produced, it is not likely that he will stop short on such an occasion. - See Advertisement.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (19 April 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93133533 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG. On MONDAY, APRIL 23. 1849,
The performances will he for the BENEFIT OF MR. DEERING, Stage Manager . . .
. . . Mr. Deering will appear as that celebrated Cosmopolitan, BILLY BARLOW, and deliver his opinion on various local maters - the Anti-Transportation Meeting - the Races - Building Society -
Municipal Corporation - Election - Publican's proceedings - License Day, &c. &c.
After which, by particular desire, the comic duet of "The Chandler's Shop," by Mr. and Mrs. Deering . . .

MUSIC: Billy Barlow (song in character); The chandler's shop (song in character)

"THEATRE ROYAL", Geelong Advertiser (23 June 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93136586 

The winter campaign at this place of amusement will be commenced on Monday next [25 June], the pieces selected for the opening night being the favorite Melodrama "Schinderhannes," and a farce exquisitely laughable, called "More Blunders than One." Mr. Elmes has retained the whole strength of his original company, with Mr. Deering, as before, at the head of the management.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Elmes (proprietor)

"THE LAST OF THE SEASON", Geelong Advertiser (4 September 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93138535 

This week terminates the season at the Theatre Royal, and in order that its attraction shall be fully maintained until the close, Mr. Elmes, in conjunction with Mr. Deering, the stage manager, is making every exertion to bring out novel and attractive pieces. Up to the last week, fresh talent has been added to the company, new parts studied, new scenery introduced, the orchestra strengthened, and everything done to render the termination of the season as brilliant as possible.

"ASSAULTS", The Argus [Melbourne, NSW (VIC)] (25 September 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767078 

There were two cases of assault tried yesterday, at the Police Office, before the Mayor and Mr. Westby. Mr. Deering, a member of the corps dramatique, was fined 5s. and 4s 6d costs, for an assault upon Francis Wm. Hooson, son of Mr. J. W. Hooson; the assault was committed by defendant, while labouring under the impression that Hooson had beaten Master Deering, a child of six years of age . . .

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (13 December 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226324162 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. MR. BELFIELD'S BENEFIT . . . TOMORROW EVENING (FRIDAY) . . .
Song - Mr. Young. Duet - Mr. and Mrs. Deering . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Belfield (actor, playwright); Charles Young (actor, vocalist)

Launceston, TAS (July to November 1850):

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (17 July 1850), 470

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65975908 

ROYAL OLYMPIC THEATRE. Open for a short season. UNDER THE SOLE MANAGEMENT OF MR. DEERING. FRIDAY EVENING, JULY 19 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Olympic Theatre (Launceston venue)

"OLYMPIC THEATRE", The Cornwall Chronicle (21 August 1850), 548

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65976321 

This place of amusement is nightly increasing in public estimation. Mrs. Deering's personation of the characters allotted to her would grace the boards of the "metropolitan royals." Mr. Deering - alias the "Australian Liston" - and his wife are a host in themselves . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Liston (English comedian)

"Theatricals", The Cornwall Chronicle (25 September 1850), 628

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65977426 

On Monday evening, the celebrated Troy Knight made his debut on the boards of the "Olympic" - it is to be regretted, that the theatre, on that night, was not better attended - it is admitted an axiom, "that truth is far stronger than fiction;" - here, with a highly respectable, indefatigable and talented manager, Mr. Deering, whose performance of "ROBIN," in the afterpiece of the "Waterman," must, in any of the British theatres, have stamped his renown as a comedian of first rate talent added to the introduction of Mr. and Mrs. Macknight, would have led to the supposition, that the dramatic patronizers would have been more numerous. The extreme cleanliness of the theatre, superior lighting-up and the very efficient orchestra, conducted by young Howson, surely might warrant Deering to suppose that his curtain would not rise to a "beggarly account of empty boxes."

ASSOCIATIONS: Troy Knight (vocalist, actor); Alfred Howson (musician)

PIECES: The waterman (Didbin)

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (16 November 1850), 810

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65977132 

CORNWALL ASSEMBLY ROOMS!
MR. DEERING'S BENEFIT. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18.
CONVERSAZIONE! MUSICAL MELANGE. READINGS FROM SHAKESPEAR. BALL.
MR. DEERING respectfully announces the last appearance of himself and Mrs. D., on the above night, and begs to solicit the patronage of the public of Launceston.
Doors open at half past Seven- commence at Eight O'clock.
Tickets of Admission for the entire Evening, Two Shillings and Sixpence each.
Early application is necessary, as the number will be limited.
PROGRAMME. PART 1ST. Overture by the Band.
Song, "The Old Arm-Chair' - TROY KNIGHT.
Duet (comic), "The Chandler's Shop," by desire - Mr. & Mrs. DEERING.
Reading from Shakespear, "Othello's Address to the Senate"- Mr. FAUCIT SAVILLE.
Song, "The Ivy Green" - TROY KNIGHT.
Masonic Address (by desire) - Mrs. DEERING.
Dialogue Song, "The Irish Tutor" - Mr. DEERING.
Finale, "The Soldier's Bivouac" - by the Company.
PART 2ND. Overture by the Band.
Solo and Chorus, "For England, oh!" - by the Company.
Comic Duet, "Two wandering Savoyards" - Mr. and Mrs. DEERING.
Reading from Shakespear, "Hamlet's Soliloquy on his Mother's Marriage" by Mr. F. SAVILLE.
Dialogue Song, "Mrs. Caudle's Curtain Lectures." -Subject, Mr. Caudle has been made a Freemason and Odd Follow - Mr. DEERING.
Song, "Oh days of Joy," by a gentleman.
Poem, "Mary the Maid of the Inn," by Mrs. DEERING.
Song, "The sad Sea Waves," by Mr. T. KNIGHT.
Reading from Shakespear, "Queen Mab's Dream," Mr. FAUCIT SAVILE.
Song, "London Exhibitions," - TROY KNIGHT.
Finale, "The Chough and Crow," by the Company.
THE BALL CASINO Will be conducted by Mr. ROBERTS, who has kindly given his services for this night only.
ORDER OF DANCES. 1. Quadrille; 2. Polka; 3. Country Dance; 4. Waltz; 5. Reel; 6. Quadrille; 7. Sir Roger de Coverly.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Faucit Saville (actor); Henry Roberts (dancing master); Cornwall Assembly Rooms (Launceston venue)

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (19 November 1850), 817

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65975211 

FAREWELL! MR. & MRS. DEERING, on the occasion of their leaving Launceston, beg to return their heartfelt thanks to the Ladies and Gentlemen who have patronized them so liberally during their career in the northern division of Van Diemen's Land; and, anticipating a return under more favourable auspices, for the present most respectfully say, - FAREWELL!

Hobart, TAS (November 1850 to 28 March 1851):

[Advertisement], Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania [TAS] (23 November 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173058458 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. OPEN FOR A SHORT Under the sole Management of MR. DEERING . . . MONDAY, November 25th, 1850 . . .

"VICTORIA THEATRE", Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (25 January 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173058849 

On Monday Evening the performances are to be patronised by Major General Wynyard, when the Band of the 99th Regiment will be in attendance and the pieces selected most appropriate to the occasion. On this, as on every other occasion, Mr. Deering is most praiseworthy in his efforts to please, and we have no doubt but what his exertions will be crowned with the success they so well merit.

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 99th Regiment (military)

"MR. DEERING", Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (26 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173059219 

This gentleman has ceased his theatrical representations at the Victoria Theatre, after a rather unsuccessful season, although he did all in his power to secure good performers, and select pieces for representation. Mr. & Mrs. Deering are both good performers and always up in their parts, and it is to be regretted they were not more liberally patronised by the public, whom they endeavoured to please. Mr. and Mrs. Deering procced to Geelong, where we hope they will meet with that success to which their talents entitle them.

"SHIPPING NEWS. PORT OF HOBART TOWN", The Courier (29 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2961130 

28 - Sailed the schooner Flying Fish, 150 tons, Ogilvie, for Victoria, with sundries . . .
Passengers per Flying Fish, for Victoria. Cabin . . . Mr. and Mrs. Deering and three children . . . G. Meadows, F. Saville.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Meadows (actor, minstrel)

Geelong, Melbourne, and Ballarat, VIC (from April 1851):

"THE DRAMA", Geelong Advertiser (21 June 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91914344 

The "Fall of Pompeii," was again played last Evening. The whole strength of the dramatis personae was brought into requisition to give due effect to the piece. An interlude of songs and dancing followed, and an excellent evenings entertainment concluded with the "King's Gardner" a piece in which Mr. Howard, and Mrs. Stubbs played with their usual vivacity, and distinct conception of character. The Opera of "Der Freischutz" is in active preparation. It has been under rehearsal during the last fortnight and will be produced in a style, as yet unseen on the colonial boards. Our Theatre has great claims on the public, and the present "corps" deserves well at their hands under the discriminating management of Mr. Deering, who is submitting to the public some of the brightest gems of dramatic literature.

ASSOCIATIONS: Hannah Stubbs (actor)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (2 June 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91916566 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG. In commemoration of the first election of Legislators for Victoria, the Theatre will be open
THIS EVENING, Saturday, September 13th, with a grand Vocal and Instrumental CONCERT, and Musical Melange.
In order to provide a treat for all, for this night only, the prices will be reduced one half, viz: - Boxes 2s; Pit 1s; no half price - doors to be open at half-past seven o'clock, and concert to commence at eight o'clock precisely.
Programme. - Part I. - Opening Chorus - Cuckoo Goes the Clock - By the Company;
Norah, the Pride of Kildare - Mrs. Gardiner; Sea Song, Mr. Holloway;
Comic Song, Mr. Deering; Comic Duet, Mr. and Mrs. Holloway; Sylphide Pas, Madame Adelaide; The Anchor's Weighed, Mrs. Gardiner; Farewell to the Mountain, Mr. Shearcroft;
Comic Duet - The Two Wandering Savoyards - Mr. and Mrs. Deering; Duet - Come Dwell with Me - Mr. and Mrs. Gardiner;
Hurrah for the Road - Mr. Holloway; Jockey Hornpipe - Madame Adelaide; When Time has bereft Thee - Mr. Shearcroft;
Chorus - The Chough and Crow, (from Guy Mannering) - By the Company. A lapse of fifteen minutes between the parts.
Part II. - Chorus - For England Ho - By the Company; Duet - I know a Bank - Mr. and Mrs. Gardiner;
Song - Mr. Holloway; Recitation - Southey's Poem of Mary the Maid of the Inn - Mrs. Deering; Molly Bawn - Mrs. Gardiner;
Comic Song - Mr. Deering; Irish Jig - Madame Adelaide; The Flying Dutchman - Mr. Gardiner;
White Squall - Mr. Holloway; Song - Mr. Shearcroft; Comic Duet - Patty and Ralph - Mr. and Mrs. Deering;
I Love the Night - Mrs. Gardiner; Hampton Court - Mr. Gardiner;
Finale - The Evening Drum - By the Company.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph and Ann Gardiner (actors, vocalists); Edmund and Mrs. Holloway (actors, vocalists); Edwin Shearcroft (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (26 December 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91927868 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG.
NOTICE.- The Theatre will be open every evening, till further notice.
On THIS EVENING, Dec. 26, 1851, The performances will commence with a new grand original Allegorical, Metaphysical, Mythological, Musical, Melodramatical and Comical CHRISTMAS PANTOMIME, entitled the
QUEEN BEE OF THE FAIRY HIVE; OR, HARLEQUIN AND THE LADY BIRD'S BOWER.
The new Scenery painted by Messrs. Lightwood, Eaton, Henry, and assistants.
The Tricks and Machinery by Mr. Freer. The Properties by Mr. T. Cooke. The Monsters by Mr. Wilmot.
The Music arranged by Mr. Pyecroft.
The whole written and adapted by and produced under
THE SOLE SUPERINTENDENCE OF MR. DEERING,
author of "Harlequin Jack Sprat," produced at the Royal Victoria Theatre, Sydney;
"Harlequin and the Red Gnome of the Ruby Mines," (the original Geelong Pantomime);
"Harlequin Jack and the Bean Stalk," produced at the Launceston and Hobart Town Theatres;
"The Revolt of the Harem;" "Grace Darling;"
"The Opium Eater;" "Paddy's Prescription," &c., &.
The Pantomime founded upon the well known Nursery Rhyme -
"Lady Bird, Lady Bird, fly away home,
Your house is on fire, and your Children's at home,
And they are all burnt but one" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Pycroft (musician); Christmas pantomime (general)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (5 January 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91927461 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG.
THIS EVENING, and TUESDAY, 5th and 6th January, 1852 . . . the successful Pantomime of
QUEEN BEE OF THE FAIRY HIVE; OR, HARLEQUIN AND THE LADY BIRD'S BOWER.
The Music, arranged by Mr. Pyecroft. The whole written and adapted by and produced under THE SOLE SUPERINTENDENCE OF MR. DEERING, author of "Harlequin Jack Sprat," produced at the Royal Victoria Theatre, Sydney; "Harlequin and the Red Gnome of the Ruby Mines," (the original Geelong Pantomime), "Harlequin Jack and the Bean Stalk," produced at the Launceston and Hobart Town Theatres; "The Revolt of the Harem;" "Grace Darling;" "The Opium Eater;" "Paddy's Prescription," &c., &c.
The Pantomime founded upon the well known Nursery Rhyme
"Lady Bird, Lady Bird, fly away home,
Your house is on fire, and your Children's at home,
And they are all burnt but one" . . .

"THE THEATRE", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (27 May 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4785309 

To-night will be the last of the theatrical season, and the last appearance of Mr. and Mrs. Deering. We are glad to learn that the season has been a profitable one, and equally glad that Mr. Deering has reaped the profit which he has so well deserved. It will be a "benefit" to Geelong if his successor follow in his footsteps. - Geelong Advertiser.

"THE THEATRE", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (21 March 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91861321 

On Monday Evening, Mr. Deering took his benefit at the Theatre on the occasion of his retiring from the Lesseeship. The house was not as well attended as could have been wished; the pieces performed were Count de Foix; or the Libertine of Paris, and Walsingham Potts. At the conclusion of the first piece Mr. Deering came forward attended by the whole of the company, and in very warm language thanked them for the manner in which they had supported him during the time that he had held the proprietorship of the Theatre.

"QUEEN'S THEATRE", The Argus (5 October 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4820052 

The performances at this house were witnessed last evening by an overwhelming audience. The pieces performed, "Paddy's Prescription, and the "Secret," were well played, and fully deserved the hearty applause they received. Mr. Deering, the manager, appeared in three characters, all of which he sustained admirably. The "Queen's" was, not long ago, our only theatre, and Mr. Deering has only to continue his present efforts to ensure success.

"DEATH of MR. DEERING", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (25 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91864977 

This old and respected townsman died at Ballarat, on Monday last. The following notice is from the Ballarat Star: -

MR. DEERING. - Early on Monday morning, Mr. Deering, who has been for some time indisposed, expired at the Royal Mail Hotel, to the great grief of a bereaved wife and a circle of friends, by whom he was much respected. Mr. Deering was formerly manager of the Queen's Theatre, Tottenham Court Road, London, and on his leaving that establishment for the colonies, the artistes engaged at it presented him with a testimonial of their regard for the manner in which he had behaved towards them. In Geelong, Mr. Deering became the proprietor of the Theatre in that town, and whilst in that position acquired considerable property. He was made an alderman for Barwon Ward, and in that capacity discharged the duties of this office with much zeal and ability. As an actor, in certain characters, the deceased gentleman was most happy, and in every part he undertook he always showed an average amount of talent. Fortune which to-day depresses the man that she elevated yesterday, did not deign always to smile upon Mr. Deering, for during the time that he was manager of the Geelong Theatre, in the year 1855, he lost nearly all that he had made, and was eventually compelled to return to the boards. After leaving Geelong, he for a short time had the Queen's Theatre in Melbourne, which he opened at low prices, but this speculation did not succeed. He then came to Ballarat. It is a circumstance worthy of remark, as shewing the estimation in which this gentleman was held by a large portion of the Geelong community, that he was proposed as member for the County of Grant, and although defeated by Mr. Wills, a great number of the constituency recorded their votes in his favour. - Ballarat Star.

"FOR THE BENEFIT OF MRS. DEERING", Geelong Advertiser (26 April 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91869603

It will hardly be necessary, with a Geelong public, to bespeak their generosity on behalf of the bereaved widow of poor "DEERING," and her children. HENRY DEERING was our townsman, and a worthy one. His life was full of vicissitude. At one period he had amassed a handsome competency as manager of the Geelong Theatre. As with many others, misfortunes overtook him, and the prosperous tide which carried him into the haven, run counter, and left a fortune wrecked on the shoals of speculation. Returned a member of the Geelong Municipal Council, he attained an Aldermanship, and during his career in the corporation, discharged the duties that devolved upon him to the satisfaction of his constituency. His attempt to establish a museum in conjunction with a hotel failed, and after contesting the election for the County of Grant with Mr. Wills, who defeated him, Mr. Deering went to Melbourne, and was installed manager of the Queens Theatre. This speculation failed, and since that period to the time of his decease he was a resident at Ballarat, where he pursued his professional duties, "Peace to his manes," - for he did much good, and when he erred, it was on the pardonable side of humanity. Mrs. Deering has a household name amongst us, earned by many long years of toil and suffering, and family bereavement. Esteemed in her public career, in private she was a good wife, and is a good mother, - and as the widow of an old colonist, we commend her distressed position to the consideration of our readers, to those who may or may not go to the Theatre this evening. For those who will go, there is an ample bill of dramatic fare provided, - for those who do not, there is an opportunity to do good to the widow and the fatherless.

"GEELONG", The Argus (26 April 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4836463

Mr. Simmons and Mr. Coppin, on hearing of the death of Mr. Henry Deering, whose widow and family are now left in a very helpless state, kindly exerted themselves, in concert with others, to get up a benefit for their relief. This is appointed to take place on Saturday evening, when I hope the charitably disposed will come forward and second the efforts of those who have initiated so benevolent a proceeding.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Simmonds (actor, manager)

"The Late Alderman Deering", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (2 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2502991 

We have much regret in announcing the death of Mr. Deering, late Alderman of the Barwon Ward, which melancholy event occurred at the Royal Mail Hotel, Ballarat, on Monday, 21st instant, after a short illness. Mr. Deering was formerly connected With the Queen's Theatre, Tottenham Court Road, London, and after his arrival in these colonies became proprietor and manager of the Geelong Theatre, and realised considerable property in this town. Mr. Deering was latterly proprietor of the Royal Museum Hotel, in Parkington-street, and collected a great many curiosities, these were exhibited to the public at a trifling charge. This speculation was not successful, and Mr. Deering, like many others, lost nearly all his property. Mr. Deering then removed to Melbourne, where he opened the Queen's Theatre at low prices, this also proved unsuccessful, and he then removed to Ballarat, where he was engaged at the Victoria Theatre until his death. We regret to learn that Mr. Deering has left a widow and five children quite unprovided for. We have much pleasure in announcing that our worthy Manager, with the assistance of Mr. Coppin, purposes to give a benefit to-night on behalf of Mr. Deering's widow and children, and we feel persuaded that the inhabitants of Geelong will, with one accord, respond to and support Mr. Simmonds in his praiseworthy exertions on behalf of the unfortunate widow and orphans. - Geelong Observer.

"MARRIAGES", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (23 January 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5830732 

GILL - DEERING. - On the 8th ult., at the Mission Church, Calcutta, by the Rev. J. Lewin, William Bain Gill, Esq., only son of the late W. B. Gill, Esq., surgeon, Melbourne, and grandson of the late Sir William Bain, of Granton, Edinburgh, to Wardock Eleanor Rosina, eldest daughter of the late Alderman Deering, of Geelong, and relict of the late James Smith, jun., Esq , of Melbourne.

"Deaths", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (5 June 1880), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202146208 

CHAPMAN. - On the 4th June, at her residence, 61 Drummond-street, Carlton, Mrs. H. Chapman, widow of the late Mr. H. Chapman (comedian), also the relict of the late Alderman Deering, of Geelong, and mother of Mr. Olly and Mr. Harry Deering, aged 61 years. Colonist of 37 years.

"PERSONAL ITEMS", The bulletin [Sydney, NSW] (12 June 1880), 5

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-125604005/view?sectionId=nla.obj-190623903&partId=nla.obj-125629408 (DIGITISED)

Mrs. H. Chapman, who had been connected with the theatrical profession of the colonies from the earliest days - her first appearance dating as for back as 1843 - died at Melbourne last week. She had been married twice - first to Mr. Deering, one of the earliest of colonial theatrical managers, and then to Mr. Chapman, who accompanied Mr. G. B. W. Lewis on his Indian tour and died of paralysis about eight years ago. Mrs. Chapman has left six children to mourn her loss, three of whom are members of the profession, viz., Mr. Olly Deering, Miss Lilly Chapman (of the Theatre Royal), and Mrs. W. B. Gill (of New York).

See also [Unidentified newspaper article] (4 June 1880)

We have to record the death of Mrs. H. Chapman, which took place yesterday morning, at her residence. Mrs. Chapman was connected with the theatrical profession of this colony in the very earliest days, her first appearance on the stage dating as far back as 1843. Frequenters of the theatres in the days of Barry Sullivan and Robert Heir will remember Mrs. Chapman's (then Mrs. Deering's) excellent impersonations of Helen McGregor, Mrs. Willoughby, and kindred characters. Mr. Deering (Mrs. Chapman's first husband) was one of the earliest among colonial theatrical managers, notably of Geelong and Ballarat. Mr. Chapman, who died about eight years ago, was also well known in the professional world . . . Mrs. Chapman has left six children to mourn her loss, three of whom are still members of the profession - viz., Mr. Olly Deering, Miss Lilly Chapman (of the Theatre Royal), and Mrs. W. B. Gill (of New York). The funeral will take place today at 2 o'clock.

Bibliography and resources:

"Henry Deering", Design & Art Australia online (DAAO)

http://www.daao.org.au/bio/henry-deering

Kurt Ganzl, William B. Gill: From the goldfields to Broadway (New York and London: Routledge, 2002), 30, and passim

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=pnTEBIJ9dtoC&pg=PA30 (PREVIEW)

DEGOTARDI, John (Johann Nepomuk DEGOTARDI; John DEGOTARDI; Mr. J. DEGOTARDI)

Musical amateur, general printer, lithographer, music engraver and printer, musicseller

Born Laibach (Ljubljana), Austria (Slovenia), 26 September 1823; son of Johann Nepomuk DEGOTARDI and Josephine ?
Arrived (1) London, England, September 1848 (departed Graz, 25 August)
Arrived (2) London, England, 3 September 1851 (per Caesarea, from Hamburg)
Married (1) Minna FRANKEL (c. 1827-1872), London, England, 1852 (2nd quarter)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 8 May 1853 (per Panthea, from the Downs, 26 January)
Married (2) Anna JUNG (d. 1877), NSW, 1877
Died Sydney, NSW, 16 December 1882, aged "59/60"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Degotardi+1823-1882 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.party-613012 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEGOTARDI-John (shareable link to this entry)

Summary (after John Fletcher, 1992, in DAAO)

Degotardi grew up in Graz, Austria, where he became, successively, apprentice compositor and compositor for the printing firm of Andreas Leykam Heirs where his father worked as a printer. Degotardi left Graz, never to return, on 24 October 1843. In 1844 he worked briefly for the printing firms of L. F. Fues (Tubingen) and J. G. Cotta (Stuttgart). From September 1844 until August 1848 he worked in the printing-house of P. S. Schonefeldt in Itzehoe, apart from an eight months' break when he worked for the printer C. H. Andersen in Tonning. In August 1848 Degotardi travelled to London, where he remained until January 1853, working as a compositor for John Wertheimer & Co. In London, on 24 April 1852, he married Minna Frankel from Lower Saxony whom he had come to know in Itzehoe. A London friend with whom he was still corresponding in the 1870s and 1880s was Friedrich Carl Bobardt, subsequently a prominent printer in Halle-an-der-Saale. In 1849 and 1850 Degotardi acted as London correspondent for the Grazer Zeitung, reporting on the city's political and cultural scene. His diary (October 1843 to April 1852) and a notebook on printing techniques (started in 1849) survive (copy at State Library of New South Wales). John and Minna Degotardi sailed from Gravesend for Sydney in the Panthea on 23 January 1853.

Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, All Hallows London Wall, Middlesex; HO107/1532/219/12

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2989130:8860 (PAYWALL)

2 Carpenter's B'ld'gs / John Degotardi / Head / Unmarried / 27 / Printer Compositor / [born] Laibach Austria

A list of Aliens [per] Caesarea bound from Hamburg to the Port of London . . . dated this 3rd day of Sept. 1851; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/1587/31161_A003062-00647 (PAYWALL)

. . . John Degotardi & Wife / Printer / Austria . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (9 May 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article61324054 

May 8. - Panthea, 511 tons, Captain Hannant, from the Downs January 26th., Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Decotardi [sic] . . . Gothemanas [sic], two Kellermans . . . and two in the intermediate. Montefiore, Graham, and Co , agents.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick and William Kellermann (musicians, merchants)

"FINE ARTS", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (31 October 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12950008 

. . . we have to refer to a portrait (engraved on steel) of the Lord Bishop of New Zealand, and which has been just published by Messrs. Woolcott and Clarke. This engraving is from a pencil drawing by Mr. Nicholas, who only had for his guidance an imported daguerreotype . . . The engraver is Mr. W. A. Loftus . . . This gentleman has recently arrived in Sydney . . . In fidelity of execution and mastery of effect this engraving far surpasses anything of the kind which has yet been attempted in Sydney. We must add, that the very material part of printing this portrait has been performed by Herr Degotardi, an Austrian imprimeur of considerable experience in Germany and England. He has brought with him presses for printing from steel and copper plates and lithographs; and in the printing of the portrait which we have been describing he has been most successful.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Nicholas (artist); W. A. Loftus (otherwise unidentified); Woolcott and Clarke (publishers)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 February 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12952090 

DEGOTARDI and CO., English and Foreign Letter-press, Lithographic, and Copper-plate Printers, 481, George-street

[Advertisement], Illustrated Sydney News (10 June 1854), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63614443 

REMOVAL. J. DEGOTARDI and CO., English and Foreign Letter-press, Copper-plate, and Lithographic Printers,
beg to inform their numerous patrons that they have removed their Establishment to those commodious premises,
20, York-street, where they carry on, as previously, the different branches of the Printing business,
including Letters, Circulars, Cheques, Billheads, Labels, Bills of Lading, Auctioneer's Catalogues,
Price Currents, Books, Pamphlets, Bookheadings, Programmes, Posting Bills, Drawings and Particulars of Estates,
Music; Business, Visiting, and Wedding Cards, Portraits, Maps, and every description of Plain and Ornamental Work in Gold, Siver, Copper, and other colours . . .

Certificate to naturalize . . . John Degotardi, NSW, 15 March 1856; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/8416:1549 (PAYWALL)

. . . that the said John Degotardi is a native of Laibach Austria, thirty two years of age, and that having arrived by the ship "Panthea" in the year 1853 he is now residing in the City of Sydney and wishing to possess landed property . . . GIVEN . . . this Fifteenth day of March [1856] . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 June 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12969947 

LIEDERKRANZ. - Heute findet grosse Abend-Unterhaltung bei Herrn Barkhausen statt, wozu sammtliche. Mitglieder hoflichst eingeladen sind.
In Namen des Committee. J. DEGODARTI, Sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: Deutscher Liederkranz (Sydney association)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 September 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12976093 

DEUTSCHER LIEDERKRANZ. Heute Abend den 7th Sept findet wie gewöhnliche die Musikalische Abendunterhaltung berrn Barkhaesen in Custom House Hotel statt. DEGOTARDI, Hon. Secretary.

"MUSICAL", Launceston Examiner [TAS] (14 August 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36298680 

We have to acknowledge the receipt of two songs composed by Mr. John Adams, on words selected from the works of Gerald Massey, a rising poet of the present day. "No Jewelled Beauty is my Love" has already been approvingly received by a Launceston audience, when performed by Miss Catherine Hayes . . . The music to "I'm thinking o'er the Short Sweet Hour" is more elaborate . . . The printing is neatly executed by Messrs. J. Degotardi and Co., Sydney . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adams (composer); Gerald Massey (English poet); Catherine Hayes (vocalist); Woolcott and Clarke (publishers)

MUSIC: No jewell'd beauty is my love (Adams); I'm thinking o'er the short sweet hour (Adams)

[Advertisement], Empire (21 March 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60277133 

JOHN DEGOTARDI, Printer, 218, George-street, near the Cafe Francais,
begs to inform his friends and the public that he has removed his Printing-office from York-street to the more commodious premises at 218, George-street, where he will carry on his business as General Letter-press, Copperplate, and Lithographic Printer, in all its various branches . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 October 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28633155 

GERMAN BOOKS. - Just received . . . J. DEGOTARDI, 218 George-street.
ORIGINAL GERMAN MUSIC. - Solos, Dances, Overtures, &c., for piano. J. DEGOTARDI, 218 George-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (23 April 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28630075 

DEGOTADI'S PRINTING ESTABLISHMENT, 313, George-st. Engraving, Copper-plate, and Lithographic Printing done for the trade.

"NEW MUSIC", Empire (8 November 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60501389 

"Katey's Letter" (music and text by Lady Dufferin) has become a prominent and successful feature of our concerts lately, in consequence of the admirable singing of Madame Sara Flower, whose rich voice and tasteful execution have told the tale of Katey to great advantage. In consequence of the great demand for this song, Mr. J. R. Clarke has just published a very elegant edition, engraved and primed in Degotardi's usual clear style, with a coloured and embossed title-page . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sara Flower (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Empire (12 February 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60490955 

REMOVAL. - DEGOTARDI'S Printing Offices, to SYDNEY PRINTING-HOUSE, Robin-hood-lane, off George-street, between Waugh's and Washington Hotel.

"NEW MUSIC", Empire (13 April 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63130243 

Tennyson's minor poems are essentially adapted for the accompaniment of music; his verses are melodious in their phrasing, and indicate the true spirit of song. Ons of the most pleasing is "Sweet and Low," an edition of which has just been issued by Messrs. Mader and Wilkie and Elvey, wedded to most appropriate music by Madame Jaffa . . . The piece bears the imprint of Degotardi, and the elegance of the publication again attests the superiority of his artistic establishment.

ASSOCIATIONS: Rebecca Jaffa (composer); to date (2024) no copy of the edition has been identified; Frederick Mader (publisher, musicseller); Wilkie, Elvy, and Co. (publisher, musicseller)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 August 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13117681 

NEW SOUTH WALES LEICHHARDT SEARCH FUND.
- A CONCERT in aid of the above object will take place in the Masonic Hall, York-street, on
WEDNESDAY next, the 23rd instant, under the distinguished patronage of his Excellency
Sir JOHN YOUNG, and LADY YOUNG, the Ministry, the Mayor and Aldermen of Sydney, the Foreign Consuls, and the following committee -
S. A. Joseph, Esq., M.L.A. (Chairman); Judge Meymott; Dr. A. M. Brown; His Honor Mr. Justice Wise;
Messrs. J. M. Leigh; W. Harbottle; Hon. T. A. Murray, President Legislative Council;
John Williams, J.P.; L. Rawack; Hon. S. D. Gordon, M.L.C.; S. Zollner;
Henry Parkes, Esq., M.L.A.; J. Degotardi; Dr. Bland; W. Hetzer; Professor Smith; A. Shadler;
Professor Pell; M. Baar (Treasurer); W. H. Aldis . . .
JAMES A. BIRD, B. FRERICHS, Hon. Secs.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ludwig Leichhardt (explorer); John and Adelaide Young (governor and wife); Frederick William Meymott (member); Leopold Rawack (member); Henry Parkes (member); William Henry Aldis (member); Freemason's Hall (Sydney venue)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 December 1882), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13518944 

DEGOTARDI. - December 16, at St. Vincent's Hospital, after a severe attack of paralysis, John Degotardi, late of Balmain, in his 60th year.

Samples of music lithographically engraved by Degotardi's workshop:

One example of type A and a few examples of type C below appear to identify Degotardi (or someone belonging to his workshop) as music engraver by printing his name at the foot of music pages, rather than, as most commonly elsewhere, at the foot of the title page alone; the type C identification is especially important, as it allows us reasonably to attribute most or all of the dozens of examples of type C music prints to his workshop

Type A (c. 1853)

The celebrated Undine polka (Woolcott and Clarke, 1853)

The celebrated Undine polka composed by Mrs. Mackinlay (Sydney: Woolcott & Clarke, [1853]); cover: "DEGOTARDI AND CO., GEN. PRINT., GEO. ST."; final page of music: "Lith. J. Degotardi"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16896852 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-166209283 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 August 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12948441 

. . . WOOLCOTT AND CLARKE, Music Warehouse, 555, George-street, Sydney. Publishing - The UNDINE POLKA, price 2s. 6d. . . .

[Advertisement], Illustrated Sydney News (15 October 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63613567 

. . . The popular UNDINE POLKA will be ready in a few days . . . WOOLCOTT AND CLARKE, 555, George-street . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (5 November 1853), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12950119 

. . . JUST PUBLISHED. The Undine Polka, by Mrs. McKinley, price 2s. 6d. . . . WOOLCOTT AND CLARKE, Music Sellers, 555, George-street . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Woolcott and Clarke (publishers, musicsellers)

? Type B (1857-58):

Examples of type B, which occur in prints first issued by J. R. Clarke in 1857-58, are clearly distinguished by the hollow title font used for the heading on each first page of music; all the contents of the Australian Album 1857 are type B; notably, however, no music engraver is credited anywhere internally in that volume, or mentioned in other documentation.

The Woolloomooloo schottische below is the only type B print internally connected with Degotardi's workshop; however, according to a review of The Australian musical album for 1863 below, which includes both type B and type C sheet music prints, [all] "the music is from the well-known establishment of Degotardi"; nevertheless, it is probably premature to attribute type B firmly to his workshop

Woolloomooloo schottische (J. R. Clarke, July 1858)

Woolloomooloo schottische, respectfully dedicated to the ladies of Woolloomooloo, by Ernesto Spagnoletti, second edition (Sydney: J. R. Clarke. [1858]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12840691 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181842718 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Ernesto Spagnoletti junior (composer); Jacob Richard Clarke (publisher, musicseller); it is by no means certain that Degotardi engraved the music; however, if it was indeed engraved by him, others using the same type elements and format, were probably also his; compare in particular
The Woolloomooloo octave polka, composed and respectfully dedicated to the ladies of Woolloomooloo, by Spagnoletti, R.A. (Sydney: By the author, [1858])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/156931712 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179805142 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 July 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13012481 

JUST PUBLISHED, the Woolloomooloo Schottische respectfully dedicated to the Ladies of Woolloomooloo, by E. Spagnoletti; also the Companion, Woolloomooloo Octave Polka, by Spagnoletti, R. A. To be had at all music-sellers.

Type C (from 1859 onward):

See also, as another instance of type C, the music example in Degotardi's The art of printing (1861) below

Willie we have missed you (W. J. Johnson and Co., and Lewis Moss, January 1859)

Willie we have missed you, the popular ballad sung by Miss Emma Stanley, written and composed by Stephen C. Foster (Sydney: W. J. Johnson & Co. and Lewis Moss, [1859]); cover: "Typ. J. Degotardi"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/10708756/version/21176571 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-166502439 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Stephen Foster (American composer); William Jonathan Johnson (publisher, musicseller); Lewis Moss (publisher, musicseller)

Ever of thee (J. R. Clarke, February 1859)

Ever of thee I'm fondly dreaming!, new ballad, written by George Linley, music composed by Foley Hall, esq. (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1859]): cover: J. Degotardi, Engraver & Printer"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/5778306/version/16095832 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165035955 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS:

Cornstalk galop (D. Buist and Son. March 1859)

Cornstalk galop, respectfully dedicated to his pupils, by Spagnoletti, R.A. (Sydney: D. Buist and Son, [1859]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI, PRINTER . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/36580128 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvoqgMwKll (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Ernesto Spagnoletti senior (composer); David Buist and son (publishers, musicsellers)

Illawarra polka mazurka (H. Marsh, Joseph Wilkie, July 1859)

Illawarra polka mazurka, for the pianoforte, composed and respectfully dedicated to Miss Denison by Douglas Callen (Sydney: H. Marsh; Melbourne: Joseph Wilkie, [1859]); cover: "JOHN DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/214376244 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-661673136 (DIGITISED)

"THE MUSICAL CADEAU", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 July 1859), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13027466 

We have received the July number of this popular musical publication. It contains two original compositions - "The Illawarra Polka Mazurka, by Mr. D. Callen, dedicated to Miss Denison - very pretty, and likely to become a favourite in the ball room, and a Scottish ballad entitled "The Drunkard's Raggit Wean," the music composed by Mr. Stephen H. Marsh, and dedicated by him to the Members of the Temperance League of Australia . . . The Cadeau is very neatly printed, and the titles are got up with remarkably good taste. Mr. H. Marsh is the publisher, Degotardi, of George-street, the printer.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Douglas Callen (composer); Mary Denison (NSW governor's eldest daughter); Henry Marsh (publisher, musicseller); Joseph Wilkie (publisher, musicseller); Australian musical cadeau (sheet music series)

Strike down that pyre (Marsh and Wilkie, July 1859)

Strike down that pyre (Di quella pira), gems from Il trovatore [Verdi], no. 4, arranged as pianoforte solos by Rimbault (Sydney: Henry Marsh; Melbourne: Joseph Wilkie, [1859]); cover: "JOHN DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/214297270 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-661716707 (DIGITISED)

Good news from home (Marsh and Wilkie, August 1859)

Good news from home, as sung by Christie's Minstrels [by P. S. Gilmore] (Sydney: Henry Marsh; Melbourne: Joseph Wilkie, [1859]); cover: "JOHN DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/5878666 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165294496 (DIGITISED)

"GOOD NEWS FROM HOME", The Sydney Morning Herald (31 August 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13030156 

Under this title a very pretty song, which is no doubt familiar to many of our musical readers, has just been published by Henry Marsh and Co. The printing is excellent, and the words, as well as the music, contrast favourably with many compositions which have a more popular reputation. Mr. Degotardi is the printer.

Foolish dottard (Marsh and Wilkie, August 1859)

Ernani, Foolish dotard wer't thou believing (Infelice! e tu credevi) as sung by Mr. John Gregg [Verdi] (Sydney: Henry Marsh; Melbourne: Joseph Wilkie, [1859]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34941100 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKdRx3Prdl (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist)

The Irish emigrant quadrilles (Clarke, August 1859)

The Irish emigrant quadrilles, introducing George Barker's celebrated air of the same name, composed & dedicated to his fried John Drew esq're, by Marmaduke H. Wilson (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1859]); cover: "J. Degotardi, Lith. . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12842133 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181847601 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Marmaduke Henry Wilson (composer); John Drew (actor, vocalist)

Jeanie Deans (Marsh, October 1859)

Jeanie Deans, as sung with the greatest applause by Madame Carandini at the Prince of Wales Theatre, written and composed by Marmaduke H. Wilson (Sydney: H. Marsh, [1859]); cover: "JOHN DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/230268050 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-667447601 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

Your Willie has returned dear (Marsh, October 1859)

Your Willie has returned dear, answer to Willie we have missed you, dedicated to Mrs. F. Messiter, words by Desda, composed by Spagnoletti, R.A. (Sydney: H. Marsh & Co., [1859]); cover: "JOHN DEGOTARDI, PRINTER . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/13522608 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164963198 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Jane Messiter ("Desda")

Il trovatore waltzes (Johnson, November 1859)

Il trovatore waltzes, arranged by Spagnoletti, R.A., and dedicated to his friend W. J. Johnson, esq. (Sydney: W. J. Johnson, [1859]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI, PRINTER . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/36585562 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvoOy6q4Rb (DIGITISED)

Jessamine valse de salon (Marsh, December 1859)

Jessamine valse de salon, to Mrs. Francis Bennett, by Henry Marsh (Sydney: H. Marsh and Co., [1859]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34794095 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-167074312 (DIGITISED)

The Queensland polka (December 1859)

The Queensland polka, composed and respectfully dedicated by permission to Lady Bowen, by A. A. Gaskarth, Brisbane, Queensland, December 6th 1859 (Sydney: J. Degotardi, Lith., 1859)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12726760/version/15044183 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181841245 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Alexander Adolphus Gaskarth (composer); Silvester Diggles (arranger)

Silent tears (G. Peck, December 1859)

Silent tears, a song of affection, dedicated with permission to Lady Stephen, the words by H. Kendall (a native poet), the music composed by George Peck, leader & musical director to the Prince of Wales Theatre &c. (Sydney: G. Peck, [1859]); cover: "ENGRAVED & PRINTED BY J. DEGOTARDI . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32058911 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKO5xW7ZrO (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: George Peck (composer, publisher); Eleanor Stephen (dedicatee)

Break break break (Johnson, January 1860)

Break, break, break, sung by Mr. J. R. Black, the words by Alfred Tennyson, composed by John Blockley (Sydney: W. J. Johnson & Co., [1860]); cover: "Engraved and printed by by J. Degotardi . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/17802167/version/36539786 

Break, break, break, the words by Alfred Tennyson, composed by John Blockley (Sydney: W. J. Johnson & Co., [1860])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/17802167/version/22642282 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165716253 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Reddie Black (vocalist)

Cooey (John Davis, July 1860)

Cooey! an Australian song, as sung by Nina Spagnoletti, respectfully dedicated to Madame Sara Flower, words by an Australian lady, music by Spagnoletti, R.A. (Sydney: John Davis [sic], [1860]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/13522435/version/16033732 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164961728 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: An Australian lady = Mrs. John Davies (poet)

Home galop (Clarke, October 1860)

Home, galop for the piano forte, respectfully dedicated to Lady Denison, by Henry Marsh, second edition (Sydney: H. Marsh and Co.; Melbourne: Joseph Wilkie, [1861]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI, ENGRAVER AND PRINTER."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34794002 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-167073173 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Caroline Denison (dedicatee)

Darling Nelly Gray (Moss, undated [c. 1860])

Darling Nelly Gray, song by B. R. Hanby (Sydney: Moss, [c. 1860]); cover: "ENGRAVED AND PRINTED BY J. DEGOTARDI . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19271821 

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19271821 (DIGITISED)

My Johnny was a shoemaker (April 1861)

My Johnny was a shoemaker (ancient Scottish song) sung with enthusiastic applause by Lady Don, with symphonies and accompaniments by Charles S. Packer (Sydney: W. J. Johnson, [1861]); cover: "PRINTED AT THE 'SYDNEY PRINTING HOUSE' . . ." [i.e. Degotardi's]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/27492336 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VK72jEykXl (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Sandys Packer (composer, arranger); Emily Sanders Don (vocalist)

The N.S.W. Volunteer Rifles quick march (Clarke, April 1861)

The N.S.W. Volunteer Rifles quick march, composed and dedicated to the Volunteer Rifles, by William Stanley (South Sydney Company) (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "Lith. J. Degotardi . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12840658 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181850747 (DIGITISED)

"THE RIFLES' QUICK MARCH", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 April 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28624428 

A very spirited composition by Mr. Stanley, of the South Sydney Company of Volunteer Rifles, has just been published by Mr. J. R. Clarke, of George-street, dedicated to the Volunteer Rifles. It is a "Quick March" . . . The title-page is one of the best we have seen attempted in Sydney yet, and is itself worth the price at which the piece is published. It represents a member of the Volunteer Rifles in the foreground with another in the distance, in skirmishing order, both in the undress uniform of the corps - blue shirt, white trousers, and cap-covers. The principal figure has just come down to the "ready" - in military parlance - his comrade in the background is in the act of firing from behind a gum-tree. Both figures are drawn with extreme correctness of detail. The scenery, foliage, and trees are eminently Australian, and from an inscription in one corner of the engraving we presume it is from the pencil of Mr. Terry. As a work of art, it possesses considerable merit. The printing also reflects credit on Mr. Degotardi.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Stanley (composer); Frederick Charles Terry (artist)

No jewell'd beauty is my love (Robinson, June 1861)

No jewell'd beauty is my love, ballad set to music and published expressly in aid of the Building Fund of the Hunter's High School, June 3rd, 1861, words by Gerald Massey, music by C. E. Robinson (Sydney: W. J. Johnson & Co., 1861); cover: "ENGRAVED AND PRINTED AT J. DEGOTARDI'S SYDNEY PRINTING HOUSE . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19492981 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181785636 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Edward Robinson (composer)

The Lady Don valse (Clarke, June 1861)

The Lady Don valse, composed & dedicated to Lady Don, by J. Winterbottom (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "ENGRAVED AND PRINTED AT J. DEGOTARDI'S SYDNEY PRINTING HOUSE . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12840647 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181841597 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Winterbottom (composer)

Nothing more (Clarke, June 1861)

Nothing more, balled, composed by William Winn (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "ENGRAVED AND PRINTED AT J. DEGOTARDI'S 'SYDNEY PRINTING HOUSE' . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34125940 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-169516399 (DIGITISED)

There is music in the fountain (Clarke, July 1861)

There is music in the fountain, the blind girl's song, written by J. R. Carpenter, composed by Donizetti [arranged by S. Nelson] (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "ENGRAVED AND PRINTED AT THE 'SYDNEY PRINTING HOUSE' . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32326039 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-177129391 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Sidney Nelson (composer, arranger)

Sunbeams (Clarke, August 1861)

Sunbeams, air adapted from the German by E. B., published expressly for the benefit of the School of Industry (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "ENGRAVED AND PRINTED AT J. DEGOTARDI'S 'SYDNEY PRINTING HOUSE' . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16894373 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-175161883 (DIGITISED)

The star of love (Clarke, September 1861; later in the Australian album 1863 below)

The star of love, serenade, poetry by G. O. Morris, music by W. V. Wallace, introduced and sung in the opera of Lurline by Henry Squires [George P. Morris] (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "LITH. J. DEGOTARDI . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/15053734 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165402829 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: William Vincent Wallace (composer); Henry Squires (vocalist)

Some one to love (Clarke, October 1861; later in the Australian album 1863 below)

Some one to love, ballad, sung by Mr. Henry Squires, words by James Simmonds, music by J. R. Thomas (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "PRINTED BY J. DEGOTARDI . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/6238515 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164960694 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: James Simmonds (lyrics)

The ladies polka (Moss, November 1861)

The ladies polka, composed & inscribed to the ladies of N.S.W., by Miss Julia Simmons (Sydney: L. Moss, [1861]); cover: "ENGRAVED AND PRINTED AT J. DEGOTARDI'S 'SYDNEY PRINTING HOUSE' . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/17981822 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKDN8QOWVO (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Julia Simmons (composer)

That young man from the country (November 1861)

That young man from the country, as sung with great applause by Mr. W. H. Stephens, arranged expressly by Marmaduke Henry Wilson (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "J. Degotardi . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/38091162 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKvMQg54xZ (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Stephens (vocalist, actor)

Lurline polka (Clarke, December 1861; later also in the Australian album 1863 below)

The Lurline polka, composed & dedicated to Madame Lucy Escott by W. J. Macdougall (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1861]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16497711 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164694695/view?partId=nla.obj-164700866#page/n56/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: William James Macdougall (composer); Lucy Escott (vocalist, dedicatee)

Caprice de salon Lurline (Clarke, May 1862; also in the Australian album 1863 below)

Caprice de salon, Lurline, composed and dedicated to his friend William Vincent Wallace by E. Boulanger (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1862]); cover: "J. Degotardi . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16497726 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164694695/view?partId=nla.obj-164699541 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Boulanger (composer)

St. Leonards schottische (Clarke, October 1862; also in the Australian album 1863 below)

St. Leonard's schottische, dedicated to his friend H. Coleman, esq're, by Ernesto Spagnoletti (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1862])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16497790 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164694695 (DIGITISED)

"NEW PIANOFORTE MUSIC", Empire (11 October 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60517497 

A new composition by M. Ernesto Spagnoletti, entitled "St. Leonard's Schottische," has been just published by Mr. J. R. Clarke, of George-street . . . The frontispiece is embellished with a fine view of St. Leonard's, by Mr. Thomas, lithographed in colors by Herr Degotardi.

Night bell galop (Clarke, December 1862; also in Australian album 1863 below)

The night bell galop dedicated to the belles of Australia [arranged by C. J. Vincent] (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1862])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16497805/version/19363846 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165432837 (DIGITISED)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164694695/view?partId=nla.obj-164694811 (DIGITISED)

"NEW MUSIC", Empire (17 December 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60520392 

Whatever may be its merits as a composition, the "Night Bell Galop" is undoubtedly the most popular piece of dance music that has appeared for many a day . . . So great has been the demand that even in the few days since its publication a second edition has become necessary, and has been issued by Mr. J. R. Clarke. The engraving of the notes on the paper, and general printing, with its jet blackness, bearing the imprint of Degotardi, places it even in advance of much of the music sent out from London . . .

Manly Beach galop (Wilkie, Elvy, and Co., April 1863)

Manly Beach galop, as performed by the Band of the 1st Battalion Sydney Volunteer Rifles, composed by Douglas Callen (Sydney: Wilkie, Elvy, & Co.; Melbourne: Wilkie, Webster, & Co., [1863])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/33787463 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-169481045 (DIGITISED)

"NEW MUSIC", Empire (18 April 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63130556 

Mr. Douglas Callen . . . has just issued "The Manly Beach Galop" . . . The imprint bears the name of Degotardi, a surety that the music is engraved and printed in the best style. The title page exhibits a well executed lithograph of the beach at Manly, from a drawing by Thomas. The portion represented faces the ocean, the point de vue being the Steyne Hotel, the sketch continuing to the rocks leading to the Fairy Bower. The music is published by Messrs. Wilkie, Elvy, and Co., the well-known firm - the rendezvous of the musical world at Melbourne; they have recently opened a very elegant salon de musique in George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Wilkie, Elvy, and Co. (musicsellers, publishers); Wilkie, Webster, and Co. (musicsellers, publishers)

The Sydney Herald polka (June 1863)

The Sydney Herald polka, Douglas Callen ([Sydney: J. R. Clarke, 1863])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32541594/version/44311129 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-169272549 (DIGITISED)

"THE SYDNEY MORNING HERALD POLKA", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 June 1863), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13079612 

A new polka, composed by Mr. Douglas Callen, has just been published for Mr. J. R. Clarke, of the Music Repository, 365, George-street. It has been lithographed by Mr. J. Degotardi of the Sydney Printing Office, Robin Hood-lane, and is finished in such, a very superior style as to make it, in every respect, well deserving of a place in any drawing room . . . The polka extends over four pages, and is enclosed in a handsome cover, of a novel design, representing the first page of a number of the Sydney Morning Herald, so beautifully executed that, small as it is, any portion of the whole page can, without difficulty, be read. This curious specimen of art is produced by photolithography, by which the object photographed is transferred from the glass on which it is taken to tlic lithographer's stone, and then after undergoing chemical manipulation rendering certain portions resistant to printer's ink, is lithographed in the usual manner to any extent.

The Randwick mazurka (Johnson, August 1863)

The Randwick mazurka, pour le piano, dedieé a Madame Dutruc, par W. A. Brickwood (Sydney: (for the composer) W. J. Johnson, [1863])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/24073276 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvB8Gejxgl (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Winifred Amelia Brickwood (composer); Louise Dutruc (dedicatee)

Nearer to thee (Johnson, September 1864)

Nearer to thee, dedicated to Signor Cutolo, transcribed for the pianoforte by W. J. Johnson (Sydney: W. J. Johnson, [1864]); cover: "J. Degotardi . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16894313 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165202498 (DIGITISED)

"NEW MUSIC", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 September 1864), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13100860 

The hymn "Nearer to Thee" has deservedly become a favourite in Sydney, and our musical readers will be glad to learn that it has been transcribed as an instrumental piece for the pianoforte by Mr. W. J. Johnson . . . The new colonial production is dedicated to Signor Cutolo, and published by Messrs. W. J. Johnson and Co. at their musical repository in Pitt-street. It is printed by Degotardi in a style quite equal to the best English music, and its merits in every respect ought to secure for it on extensive circulation.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Alexander Packer (composer of theme); Cesare Cutolo (dedicatee)

Waltz (Anderson, February 1868)

Waltz, composed by H.R.H. the duke of Edinburgh, K.G., K.T., performed by Mr. A. Anderson, published by permission of H.R.H. Prince Alfred (Sydney: J. H. Anderson and Son, [1867]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/5883745 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-175795251 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (royal visitor, composer); James Henri Anderson and son Alfred (publishers, musicsellers, pianist)

The return of the Galatea waltz (Anderson, March 1869)

The return of the Galatea, a new waltz, composed by H.R.H. the duke of Edinburgh, K.G., K.T., published by permission of H.R.H. Prince Alfred (Sydney: J. H. Anderson, [1869]); cover: "J. DEGOTARDI . . ."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/156931296 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-175794576 (DIGITISED)

Series and album collection contents engraved by Degotardi (1860-63; type C above)

Australian musical bouquet (series, Peck and Fussell, 1860-62)

To love and dream of thee; Good news from home ([Sydney: G. Peck, 1860]); under music: "J. Degotardi"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/23798264 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvBLNJo0XM (DIGITISED)

Should auld acquaintance ([Sydney: G. Peck, 1860]); under music: "J. Degotardi"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/214194569 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-687503658 (DIGITISED)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32075019 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VK72MzNNLd (DIGITISED)

Peck's Australian musical bouquet . . . no. 3 (Sydney: G. Peck, [1860]), under music of page 1: "J. Degotardi, Printer"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18962883 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165505283 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 October 1860), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13046758 

PECK'S MUSICAL BOUQUET, New Series, Nos. 1 and 2, now ready, price 1s. 6d. each.
Contents - Duett by Mendelsohn, words by Burns
Song, Beautiful Star
Sacred song, I will arise
Two Spanish Songs, with guitar accompaniment
Five favourite chants
Sempre libera (Let me bask), from Traviata
Song, Good news from Home
Polka, with vocal part "Auld lang syne"
To love and dream of thee, by G. Barker.
N. B. - All full music size, beautifully engraved, and with an accompaniment for the pianoforte to each.
GEORGE PECK, sole proprietor and editor, Music Repository, 13, Park-street.

Australian musical bouquet . . . January [1861] (Sydney: J. Fussell, [1861])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/35628510 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-169277761 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: James Fussell (publisher, musicseller) took over the series from Peck; Degotardi is nowhere credited, however, the contents of this issue and most of those that follow are set with the same type elements and in the same style format used by Degotardi

Australian musical bouquet . . . Christmas [1862] (Sydney: J. Fussell, [1862])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9626117

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvlMJLGKxZ (DIGITISED)

The Australian musical album for 1863 (Clarke, December 1862)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12718246 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164694695 (DIGITISED)

The review below suggests that [all] "the music is from the well-known establishment of Degotardi"; the contents consist of types B and C, type C certainly by Degotardi, and B (originally issued before 1859) perhaps so also

[1] Night bell galop (type C; first issued separately December 1862 above)
[2] Darling Point polka (type C; first issued here)
[3] St. Leonards schottische (type C; first issued separately October 1862)
[4] Heliotrope mazurka (type B)
[5] N.S.W. Volunteer Rifles quick march (type C; first issued separately April 1861)
[6] The Columbian mazurka (type B)
[7] The cornstalk polka (type B)
[8] The European march (type B)
[9] The star of love (type C; first issued separately September 1861)
[10] Caprice de salon, Lurline (type C; first issued separately May 1862)
[11] Australian polka mazurka (type B)
[12] Lurline polka (type C; first issued separately December 1861)
[13] Someone to love (type C; missing from this copy, but first issued separately October 1861)
[14] Lily Lee (type C; first issued here)

"THE AUSTRALIAN MUSICAL ALBUM FOR 1863", Freeman's Journal (21 January 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115429087 

The success attending the publication of a musical album some years ago, at the time of the Catherine Hayes Anna Bishop, and Miska Hauser excitement (the work being embellished with portraits of all these celebrities), was such as to induce Mr. J. R. Clarke, music-publisher, of George-street, to issue a second volume. The "Australian Musical Albam, for 1863," is worthy to be placed side by side, not only with the former Album, but with any publication of a similar character, emanating from the famed lithographic and other artistic establishments of London and Vienna; the sketching and printing of the illustrations, the clear and well-defined notes of the music, the superfine paper, and elegant binding and gilding, redound very highly to the credit of the colony that can produce such workmanship in the various branches requisite for the issue of this work, rendering it a very superior present, fit for the most refined taste of the "fairest of the fair." The music is from the well-known establishment of Degotardi; the illustrations were executed by Messrs. Allen and Wigley. From one fault of its predecessor, the Album of 1863 is free; the former contained a number of pieces by eminent composers, of so difficult a nature that scarcely any one could play them; the music in the present work is within the scope of amateurs of moderate abilities, with the exception of one or two pieces. Utility is therefore combined with ornament. With two exceptions, the illustrations (twelve in number) are from the pencil of Mr. E. Thomas, whose drawings are known to every one in the colony. The sketches in this artistic work are all subjects easily recognised; spots of suburban country with which all are familiar. The title-page is drawn by F. C. Terry, another artist of fame in this colony; it represents the entrance to Sydney harbour by the Middle Head; the colouring is very delicate.

Other editions:

Deutsche Gebete und Lieder (c. 1863)

Deutsche Gebete und Lieder, Deutscher Gottesdienst alle Sonntage Nachmittags 3 1/2 Uhr in St. Andrew's Temporary Cathedral, George Street (Sydney: Gedruckt bei J. Degotardi, [c. 1863])

See Ferguson, Bibliography of Australia 6, 487

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-508117607/view?partId=nla.obj-508329781#page/n514/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

Other sources:

Johann Nepomuk Degotardi papers, 1824-1888; State Library of New South Wales, MLMSS 4308

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/nQR2kbX1 

Degotardi's papers were made available to Dr. John Fletcher, by Mrs. Edith Degotardi of Elizabeth Fields, S.A., and copies later lodged

"Music punching and printing", example, from Degotardi's The art of printing (1861)

The art of printing in its various branches by J. Degotardi, with specimens and illustrations (Sydney: Published by J. Degotardi, 1861)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/7520466 

[12] . . . Labels, music titles, ornamental borders, &c., can be cheaply and quickly provided, as in this art neither engraver nor draughtsman is necessary . . .

[17] . . . CALCOGRAPHY, or COPPER-PLATE ETCHING and ENGRAVING, and MUSIC-PUNCHING and PRINTING, next claim our attention . . .
MUSIC-PUNCHING is executed on plates composed of pewter and lead.
[18] The staves and general outlines are first drawn, and then the whole of the note-heads, signs, and lettering, each one of which is sharply cut on steel, in relief, like letter-press types, are hammered one by one into the Plate.
The principle for printing both copper-plate and music is the same . . .

Bibliography and resources:

Keast Burke, "Degotardi, John (1823-1882)", Australian dictionary of biography 4 (1972)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/degotardi-john-3387 

John Fletcher, "John Degotardi, author of The art of printing", Biblionews and Australian notes & queries 6/3-4 (December 1981), 59-63

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/249150454

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-3001863993/view?partId=nla.obj-3002081147 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Edward Fletcher (print historian)

John Fletcher, John Degotardi: printer, publisher and photographer (Sydney: Book Collectors' Society of Australia, 1984)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18540291 

Prue Neidorf, A guide to dating music published in Sydney and Melbourne, 1800-1899 (M.A. thesis, University of Wollongong, 1999), 154-57

http://ro.uow.edu.au/theses/2926 (DIGITISED)

"John Degotardi b. 1823", Design & Art Australia online (DAAO)

https://www.daao.org.au/bio/john-degotardi 

DE GRANVILLE, Emile (Emile DE GRANVILLE; Mons. DE GRANVILLE; ? E. GRANVILLE; ? GRENVILLE)

Vocalist

Active Melbourne, VIC, 1855; ? Maryborough, VIC, 1858

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Emile+de+Granville (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DE-GRANVILLE-Emile (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (27 January 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4803612 

GRAND PROMENADE CONCERTS. Concert Hall, Theatre Royal. Immense Attraction.
To-night. To-night. To-night, This and every night.
Miss Louisa Swannell, the Australian Nightingale, nightly received with unbounded applause.
For the first time, Mr. and Mrs. Hancock, (in character,) as Jeannette and Jeannot.
For the first time, Mons. Emile de Granville
Will sing the highly admired and favorite airs
Vive l'Amour et le Cognac,
Partant pour le Syrie,
And the Marseillaise.
Mr. Lyall, the admired tenor.
Band of twenty solo performers.
Conductor. Mr. Callen.
Solo on the Opheclide and Clarionet, by Messrs. Johnson and Hartigan.
Concert to commence at Eight. One Shilling.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Douglas Callen (conductor); Louisa Swannell (vocalist); Mary and Edward Hancock (vocalists); Charles Lyall (vocalist); Henry Johnson (musician); Joseph Hartigan (musician); Theatre Royal (foyer of Melbourne venue, main auditorium under construction)

MUSIC: Vive l'amour et le cognac = ? Vive le vin, l'amour et le tabac! (Adam, from Le chalet); Partant pour le Syrie (song); The Marseillaise (song)

[Advertisement], The Argus (3 February 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4803915 

GRAND PROMENADE CONCERTS. Concert Hall, Theatre Royal. To-night . . .
Grand Operatic and Dramatic Concert . . .
Locke's celebrated music of "Macbeth," by the whole vocal strength of the Company . . .
The Marseillaise and Mourir pour la Patrie in character as an insurgent, by Mons. E. De Granville . . .
The following is the programme for this evening . . .
PART I . . . Buffo, Ram, plan, plan, Vive l'Amour le vin et le cognac - Mons. Emile Granville . . .
PART II . . . The Marseillaise, in the character of an insurgent, and Mourir pour a patrie - Mons. E. Granville . . .

MUSIC: Mourir pour a patrie (Chant des Girondins)

[Advertisement], The Argus (10 February 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4804254 

EMILE DE GRANVILLE, please call at the European Hotel, Collingwood, this day, at 3 p.m.

ASSOCIATIONS: European Hotel (Collingwood music hall)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (24 February 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4804821

CONCERT HALL, Theatre Royal. Renewed Attraction . . .
The following Vocal Artistes are under engagement: -
Mrs. Hancock; Miss Louisa Swannell; Mrs. Onn; Mr. Hancock; Mr. Lyall; Mr. Sayers;
Mr. Pierce; Mr. Bryant; M. De Granville; Band of Twenty Solo Performers . . .
Mr. J. O. Pierce, in Local Songs . . .
Director, Mr. Callen.
Programme. Part I . . . Aria - Buffo: "Ram, plan, plan," M. Emile de Graville . . .
Part II . . . Aria, Buffo: "Vite a la messe" - M. Emile de Granville . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Constantia Onn (vocalist); William Francis Sayer (vocalist); Mr. Bryant (not Jerry or Neil Bryant); John Ottis Pierce (vocalist)

? "BALLARAT [FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT] June 27th", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (28 June 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154892556 

The concerts here are very popular at present. Thatcher still draws crowded houses to the Charlie Napier . . . Mrs. Oakey and Messrs. Golding and Grenville are well received every night at the Royal Mail, and no trouble or expense seems to be spared in procuring the best talent in this colony for Ballarat . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Thatcher (vocalist, flautist); Eliza Oakey (vocalist); Daniel Golding (vocalist); Charlie Napier Concert Hall (Ballarat venue); and see also "Grenville" in "MEMS FROM THE POLICE GAZETTE", The Argus (12 March 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4805472 

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (17 August 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4815472 

CRITERION HALL. Attractive Promenade Concerts.
Mors. Barre has much pleasure in announcing his intention of giving a series of Nightly Concerts in the above mentioned elegant hall, which has been tastefully redecorated for the occasion.
The want of an agreeable and respectable evening lounge having been much felt since the closing of the Bourke-street Promenade Concerts.
Mons. B. has succeeded in obtaining the services of Mr. Callen, whose abilities as a conductor are well known.
An efficient band, and the following vocal artistes are already engaged, and arrangements are also being made with other public favorites.
Mrs. Creed Royal, Mr. Clifford, Mons. Emillie Granville, Mr. Campbell, Mons. Barre.
The Concerts will commence on Saturday Evening, 18th instant. Conductor, Mr. Callen.
Admission: - Promenade, 1s.; Reserved Seats, 2s. 6d. Doors open at half past Seven. Concert to commence punctually at eight o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Anthony Barre (musician); Mary Royal (vocalist); George Clifford (vocalist); Mr. Campbell (vocalist); Criterion Hall (Melbourne venue, the Bourke-street concerts referred to were those in the Theatre Royal foyer above)

? [Advertisement], Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser [VIC] (5 October 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253589355 

GOLDEN AGE CONCERT HALL.
Extraordinary Attraction for This (Tuesday) Night only.
Being for THE BENEFIT OF THE MARYBOROUGH HOSPITAL.
On which occasion the following gentlemen have volunteered their services: -
Mr. John Gregg, Mr. Toutcher, Mr. Jervis,
Mr. E. Granville, Mr. Sams, Mr. D. D. Burke,
Herr Schluter, and Professor Houdin . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist); Pryce Challis Jervis (vocalist); Frederic Sams (vocalist); D. D. Burke (comic vocalist); Adolph Schluter (vocalist, pianist); Harry Houdin (magician); Golden Age Concert Hall (Maryborough venue);
see also "Local Intelligence", Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser (5 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253589375 

? "THE HOSPITAL BENEFIT", Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser (8 October 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253589395 

We were sorry to see a much smaller attendance on Tuesday evening, than the excellence of the entertainment merited. Those who were there we believe spent a pleasant evening . . . Messrs. Granville and Macbean (amateurs) sang two or three times, in a manner that called down the loudest applause . . .

And see also Granville billed to sing again on the night of 8 October, [Advertisement], Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser (8 October 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253589421 

DEGRAVES, Peter (Peter DEGRAVES; P. DEGRAVES; Mr. DEGRAVES)

Theatre designer, builder, and owner, Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart), brewer, mill owner, manufacturer, merchant

Born London, England, 24 Novemer 1780; baptised St. George the Martyr, Holborn, 17 December 1780; son of Peter DEGRAVES and Ann ? JONES
Married Sophia ? MACINTOSH (d. 1842), by c. 1809
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 10 April 1824 (per Hope, from England, 19 September 1823, and Cape of Good Hope, 18 February)
Died Hobart Town, TAS, 31 December 1852, aged "74" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Peter+Degraves+1780-1852 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1469648 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEGRAVES-Peter (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Registrum Baptizatorum in parochiam S'ti Georgii Martyris Anno Domini [1780]; register 1706-96, page 167; London Metropolitan Archives, P82/GEO2/001

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31280_195199-00107?pId=2360404 (PAYWALL)

[1780 December] 17 / Peter Son of Peter & Ann Degraves / [born] Nov. 24 / Red Lion Square

ASSOCIATIONS: A brother, Henry (born 21 July 1782, Red Lion Square; died Madras, 1852), was baptised at the same church on 18 September 1782; and Peter Degraves, senior, was registered as for land tax in 1783 as "Dr. Degraves", Red Lion Square, see:

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31280_195199-00110?pId=3844561 (PAYWALL)

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2170/images/31364_625988_0642-00006?pId=13768496 (PAYWALL)

"SHIP NEWS", Hobart Town Gazette and Van Diemen's Land Advertiser [VDL (TAS)] (16 April 1824), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1090137 

On Saturday arrived the ship Hope, Captain Norris, with merchandize. She left England the 19th of September, and the Cape of Good Hope the 18th February . . .
The following are the passengers by the ship Hope - Mr. and Mrs. De Graves and family . . .

"THE THEATRE", The Tasmanian (14 February 1834), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article233614406 

We have much pleasure in calling attention to the advertisement in another page, in which Messrs. Stokell, Addison, and Degraves, three surveyors, to whom was confided the duty of accurately investigating the whole condition of Mr. Deane's new Theatre, in Argyle-street, have certified to its perfect security. We have other excellent authority for stating, that for strength and capability of bearing any weight which can be put upon it, it is exceed by no building in any part of the world. Indeed, the masonry is of extraordinary solidity, as is the whole building in every particular. We congratulate the Colony upon the establishment of Mr. Cameron's Company, in this splendid Theatre. The public will now be entertained at a moderate charge, and the English plan of divisions of seats being adopted, all persons can suit the expence to their circumstances.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Philip Deane (proprietor); Samson Cameron (actor, manager); Theatre Argyle Rooms (Hobart venue)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Courier (30 May 1834), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4184976 

THEATRE, HOBART TOWN. TENDERS for building a Theatre are invited to be addressed to the Committee of Management, at the Freemason's Tavern, on or before 12 o clock at noon of Monday, the 16th June next.
Plans and specifications may be seen on application to Mr. Degraves, or Mr. Pinkel's, Elizaboth-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: The "new theatre", the future Theatre Royal (later "Royal Victoria Theatre") (Hobart venue)

[News], The Hobart Town Courier (27 June 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4184362 

A numerous meeting of the subscribers to the New Theatre was held on Monday at the Freemason's Tavern, when it was resolved that all persons holding 3 shares should have a free admission not transferable - but transferable if they held five shares - that the interest on the capital expended be augmented to 10 per cent, and that the conveyance of the land in Campbell-street which has been purchased for the building be made in trust to Messrs. J. G. Briggs, W. Bunster and P. Degraves, members of the committee. We rejoice to find that this spirited undertaking is in so forward a state, and that the Theatre is likely to be ready for the reception of the performers before the return of Mr. Cameron's company from Launceston.

[News], The Hobart Town Courier (25 July 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4183922 

We have the pleasure to inform the friends and supporters of the new theatre, that the building is about to be immediately commenced, the whole of the shares being now taken. Mr. Degraves, we learn, is the architect, under whose active and scientific management, the house, it is anticipated, will in a very few months be ready for the exhibition of our legitimate drama. The establishment on a solid basis of this most rational species of recreation, suited to all ranks and classes and so instrumental in bringing people together, and inducing them to regard each others frailties or peculiarities with mutual forbearance, will, we are sure, in a small community like ours, be apt to be torn in pieces by the least breath of dissention, be hailed with satisfaction by every friend of the colony.

[News], The Hobart Town Courier (7 November 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4182655 

The foundation stone of the new theatre, in Campbell street, was laid on Tuesday in presence of the subscribers and a large concourse of the inhabitants . . . The following is a copy of the inscription:
"In the reign of his Majesty, William IV., King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, His Excellency Colonel George Arthur, being Lieutenant Governor of the island of Van Diemen's land, the Foundation Stone of the Theatre Royal, Campbell street, was laid by John Lee Archer, esq., J. P., Civil Engineer of the colony, 4th Nov. 1834.
Peter Degraves, Architect."

[News], The Hobart Town Courier (17 June 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4176097 

We are glad to see that an effort is again [? making], through the enterprising encouragement of Mr. Degraves, to complete the New Theatre in Campbell street. In its present state it is a dead loss to the shareholders. Whereas, if completed, it would not only serve to put theatrical exhibitions on a respectable footing in Hobart Town, but so eligible an arena would be naturally made available for public meetings, popular lectures and various other occasions, where the comfortable accommodation of a large audience is indispensable.

See also Degraves's letter, regarding his son Henry's contract as builder,
[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Courier (17 June 1836), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4176095 

[News], The Hobart Town Courier (2 December 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4174102 

. . . Mr. and Mrs. Cameron unless the winds prevent, will be in Hobart Town before the theatre is finished, which we learn, under Mr. Degraves's indefatigable management will be ready for the exhibition of performances by the 1st of January.

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Courier (3 March 1836), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4172957 

THE NEW THEATRE, Campbell Street.
THE Ladies and Gentlemen of Hobart town and vicinity, are respectfully informed, that
the Theatre will open on Monday the 6th March instant, with Morton's comedy SPEED THE PLOUGH, and THE SPOILED CHILD (For characters see small bills.)
By the kind permission of Major Fairweather, the band of the 21st Fusileers will attend.
Previous to the commencement of the comedy, "God Save the King," by the whole of the Company.
Boxes 5s. Pit 3s. Gallery 2s. - Children under 12 years of age, half price.
S. CAMERON, Acting Manager.
J. TAYLOR, Stage Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Taylor (actor, manager); Band of the 21st Regiment (military)

"SUPREME COURT . . . WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 . . . DEGRAVES v. MOSES", Colonial Times (25 June 1839), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8749790 

. . . Mr. Allport stated that this was an action for a breach of contract, in consequence of defendant not completing his purchase of the Hobart Town Theatre and an allotment of ground behind it . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Moses (owner, proprietor)

1852-53, Deaths in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1190701; RGD35/1/3 no 2005

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/1190701 

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Digital/RGD35-1-3/RGD35-1-3P200 (DIGITISED)

No. 2005 / December 31st / Peter Degraves / Male / Seventy four years / Merchant / Influenza . . .

"DIED", Colonial Times (3 January 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8772640 

On Friday, 31st December, at his residence, "Cascades", near Hobart Town, PETER DEGRAVES, Esq., aged 74 years.
The funeral procession will move from the residence of his son, Mr. Henry Degraves, Collins-street, on Tuesday afternoon, 4th January, 1853, at 3 o'clock punctually.
Friends are respectfully requested to accept the present notice as an invitation to follow his remains to the place of interment.

"THE LATE MR. P. DEGRAVES", The Courier (3 January 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2240139 

Our obituary of this day contains the announcement of the decease of the late Peter Degraves, Esq. Mr. Degraves arrived about 28 years ago in a vessel called the Hope, the joint property of himself and Major Mackintosh. His family were in a highly respectable position, of French extraction, Mr. Degraves being the son of an eminent medical practitioner for very many years resident in Dover, and brother of Colonel Degraves, lately deceased at Madras. Mr. Degraves was during a portion of his early life with the celebrated engineer Rennie. The deceased was well known as the proprietor of the extensive brewery and steam sawmills at the Cascades. His career as a colonist has been very successful: he was highly and deservedly esteemed, and leaves a large family resident in the colony.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Rennie (Scottish engineer)

"FUNERAL OF PETER DEGRAVES, ESQ.", The Courier (5 January 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2239461 

The remains of the late Peter Degraves, Esq., who expired, after a lingering illness of some weeks, on Friday morning last, at seven o'clock, were followed to his last earthly home in St. David's church-yard, yesterday afternoon, from the residence of Henry Degraves, Esq., in Collins-street, by his sons, relations, and a large number of friends. In addition to the particulars mentioned on Monday, we may state that during his residence here this city has often received the benefit of his able services as an engineer. In private he was much esteemed and respected; his goodness of heart and his mild, courteous, and unpretending manners gained him many and sincere friends. He died at his residence at the Cascade, amidst the scenes he loved so well, and which his ingenious and fertile mind had converted from a wilderness into a most beauteous spot, now replete with daily mechanical operations resulting from his useful and scientific designs. Truly can we say that Tasmania in him has lost a valuable colonist.

"SALE OF THE ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Courier (16 February 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2245614 

This edifice was sold by public auction to-day, under the will of the late Peter Degraves, Esq., by Mr. T. Y. Lowes. The attendance was good, comprising several enterprising capitalists and a good sprinkling of the theatrical world. The Auctioneer having read the conditions of sale, Mr. Harris, the solicitor, on behalf of Mr. John Mezger and others, read a written notice which warned intending purchasers that the said John Mezger and others had an interest as shareholders in the property: that they had given no authority to the late Mr. Degraves to obtain a Crown grant for the land on which it was erected, &c. To this Mr. Allport replied on behalf of the vendors, that it was quite true that in the year 1836, when the Theatre was projected, certain individuals had become shareholders, some of whom had paid up their subscriptions, and that others did not. That it was agreed at one of the meetings that tenders should be invited at once, and that the person tendering for its erection should hold a lien upon the building until the amount then subscribed, or to be subscribed, should be sufficient to discharge his claim - that the late Mr. Degraves took the contract, expended a large amount of money upon the building, and that not a third or even a fourth part of that expense was made up by subscription . . . The theatre was [in February 1839] then sold to Mr. John Moses, who bought a great deal too high, and forfeited the purchase money. It was then sold again, and Mr. Degraves became the purchaser, giving credit to the shareholders for a large amount of subscriptions still due upon the contract . . . The biddings then commenced . . . Mr. Lewis . . . became the purchaser, for £3,200 . . . It is stated that Mr. Davies, of the Waterloo, is negociating for the tenancy, that he intends to remodel it, and go on a trip to the colonies to enlist a company.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Lewis (owner, proprietor); John Davies (manager, lessee)

DE GREY, Henry (Henry GREY; Henry de GREY; Henry DE GREY: Mr. DE GREY; ? Henri DURANT)

Musician, cornet and cornopean player, band leader, composer, pupil of Hermann Koenig, soldier, sergeant, trumpet major, 8th Royal Irish Hussars, publican

Born Woolwich, Kent, England, c. 1822
Discharged from 8th Royal Irish Hussars, Brighton, Sussex, England, May 1851
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by mid September; active until December 1852
Active Bendigo, VIC, by September 1853
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 1 April 1854 (per Tudor, for London, aged "37")
Active Woolwich, Kent, England, from 1855
Died London, England, 2 March 1899, aged "76"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+de+Grey+c1822-1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DE-GREY-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Sergeant Henry Grey, trumpet-major of the 8th Royal Irish Hussars, a native of Woolwich, Kent, and a pupil of the regiment's band master Hermann Koenig, took his discharge from the army shortly after his final appearance as a cornet soloist with the regimental band in Brighton, Sussex, in May 1851.

Henry De Grey, as he henceforth styled himself, both in Australia, and after his return to England, was reportedly newly arrived in Melbourne, VIC, when he first appeared in the Thursday Concert series on 16 September 1852. In October he was co-presenter, with pianist Coleman Jacobs, of a "Grand Masquerade" and fancy dress ball "A La Jullien".

De Grey continued to appear regularly in Melbourne until December 1852, his name thereafter disappearing from public record until September

There is a possibility that De Grey and Henri Durant - who was active under that name only from April to September 1853 - were one and the same.

By September and until December 1853 De Grey was again giving musical entertainments in the regional town of Bendigo.

He was back in Melbourne, performing at James Ellis's Salle de Valentino in March 1854.

His only documented composition was the New Bendigo polka (lost), "composed and performed by Mr. De Grey", at Lewis Lavenu's benefit Concert, at the Salle de Valentino, on 13 March 1854.

He sailed for London on 1 April 1854. He then returned to his hometown of Woolwich, Kent, where for the remainder of his working life he was landlord of the Freemason's Tavern. He appeared again as a cornet soloist in a concert in Woolwich in March 1857. He retired from business finally, due to illness, in 1894, and died in London in March 1899, reportedly aged "76"

Documentation:

[News], Brighton Gazette [Sussex, England] (25 July 1850), 5

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000938/18500725/072/0005 (PAYWALL)

A concert took place at the Town Hall on Monday evening, for the benefit of Mr. Wiber, the principal attraction being the Band the 8th Royal Irish Hussars, combined with the talent musicians under the direction Mr. Kirchner. The instrumental pieces were remarkably well performed; and the solos on the cornet especially displayed the admirable execution and taste Trumpet-Major Grey. The rapid passage in the last solo was a truly astonishing performance for tone, precision, and rapidity. Herr Koenig, the band master, has brought this young band to great perfection; and the performance of Mr. Grey, who has practised hard under his instructions, displays in an eminent degree the superiorly of his teaching . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Hermann Koenig (master of the band); 8th Royal Irish Hussars (regiment)

Paylist of the 8th (the King's Own Royal Irish) Regiment of light dragoons, Brighton, Sussex, 1 January to 30 March 1851; UK National Archives, WO 12/842

https://www.findmypast.com.au/transcript?id=GBM%2FSOLIDX%2F1851%2F0058143 (PAYWALL)

. . . 593 / Henry Grey / Trumpet Major . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Preston Barracks, Sussex; UK National Archives, HO107/1647/143/5

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/3266537:8860 (PAYWALL)

. . . Henry Grey / Sergeant / Mar. / 29 / Sergeant Musician / [born] Kent Woolwich . . .

[News], Brighton Gazette (1 May 1851), 5

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000938/18510501/072/0005 (PAYWALL)

The band of the 8th Royal Irish Hussars gave a concert at the Pavilion Rooms last Friday evening [25 April], when the attendance of company was so large that more than one half were not able to obtain admission to the Music Room, where the band performed. We never saw worse arrangements for the ingress of those who purchased reserved tickets. Numbers who came dressed were unable to approach the Music Room; and as to hearing, it was quite impossible. Our reporter, being in the same predicament, is unable speak of the performances; but it was understood that they gave much satisfaction, especially the solos of Herr Koenig (the Band Master), M. Sauvlet (a one-handed flute player), and Trumpet-Major Grey. The latter is about to leave the regiment. As a cornet player, few perhaps can found to equal him; and he will, doubtless, be much missed in the band. The 8th Royal Irish Hussars, after rather more than a twelvemonths' stay at our Cavalry Barracks, left on Monday for Hounslow. A portion of them is to attend the opening of the Exhibition to-day.

ASSOCIATIONS: Hermann Koenig (master of the band); Great Exhibition (London); one later report (1855, repeated 1877) put "the late Trumpet Major Grey" of the 8th Hussars at the Charge of the Light Brigade in 1854; this was William Grey or Gray, evidently Henry's successor (perhaps brother)

Melbourne, and regional, VIC (September 1852 to 1 April 1854):

"CONCERT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (17 September 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255612168 

One of the advantages accruing from the discovery of gold was shewn last night at the Concert, which was certainly the best we ever heard here. Mr. De Grey, a new arrival, played on the cornet-a-piston most superbly, quite electrifying the audience, who showed their delight by repeated encores. Mr. Jacobs also played a Fantasia on the piano, in brilliant style. We were glad again to see our old favorite, Mr. Cogdon; and we must not omit honorable mention of our principal songstress, Mrs. Testar, who, as usual, delighted her hearers in everything she sang.

ASSOCIATION: Mr. Cogdon (vocalist); Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Charles Albert Frederic Mater (musical director); Thursday Concerts (Melbourne series); Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne venue)

"THE CONCERT", The Argus (14 October 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4787646 

The following is the programme for this evening: -
PART I. Overture - Tancredi . . .
Cornet a Piston; Solo - The Exile's Lament, by desire, Mr. De Grey . . .
PART II. Overture - Don Giovanni . . .
Canzonet - Think of Me, Cornet Obligato, Mr. de Grey . . .
Celebrated Our Polka Cornet variations, Mr. de Grey . . .

MUSIC: The exile's lament (Roch-Albert) [Koenig's journal, no. 44]

"MUSICAL", The Argus (21 October 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4787767 

Once more we have great pleasure in bearing our testimony to the spirit and industry of the conductor of the weekly concerts . . .
PART I . . . Solo - Cornet a Piston Air and Variations, Salute to the British, Mr. De Grey . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 October 1852), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255612274

GRAND MASQUERADE! GRAND MASQUERADE! A LA JULLIEN.
MESSRS. De Grey and Coleman Jacob's Grand Masquerade and Fancy Dress Ball, on a scale never yet attempted in Melbourne, will take place on
Monday Evening next, the 25th October, At the Protestant Hall, Stephen-street.
The band will be on an extensive scale, and will include ail the available talent in town . . .
By the kind permission of Charles Young, Esq., Mr. Megson and his talented band will attend, assisted by all the available talent now in town.
Conductor - MR. DE GREY.
Lender - MR. MEGSON.
The following is the Programme.
PART I.
Quadrille - Crusaders - Jullien.
Polka - Crystal - Kirkham.
Waltz - Prima Donna - Jullien.
Quadrille - Ibrahim Pacha - D'Albert.
Polka - Row - Jullien.
Waltz - Faust - D'Albert.
Schottische - Original - Jullien.
Quadrille - Lancers.
Polka - Zampa - Cottrell.
Waltz - Dewdrop - D'Albert.
Galop - Cambridge - Davis.
PART II.
Quadrille - Gipsy - Glover.
Polka - Eclipse - Koenig.
Waltz - Rose de Mai - Koenig.
Quadrille - Exposition - D'Albert.
Polka - Our - Beresford.
Waltz - Star of the Night - D'Albert.
Schottische - Du Violin du Diable - Pugni.
Quadrille - Caledonians.

ASSOCIATIONS: Coleman Jacobs (pianist); Joseph Megson (violinist, leader of the band, Queen's Theatre, Melbourne); Charles Young (theatre manager)

[Advertisement], The Argus (25 October 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255612340 

HENRY DE GREY, Professor of the Cornet a Piston, and a pupil of Herr Koenig,
begs to acquaint the Gentlemen of Melbourne and its vicinity, that gives lessons on the above fashionable instrument, also a few Cornets, and silver plated mouthpieces for sale.
Address Temperance Hotel, Lonsdale-street.

"BETTER AND BETTER", The Argus (3 November 1852), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4787944

The conductor of the weekly concerts quite outdoes himself this evening with the following programme. The introduction of a third part, devoted to the magnificent choral music of Haydn, is a decided novelty, and is calculated to lead peculiar interest to the entertainment of this evening.
PART I. Overture - Lodoiska
Song - Will o' the Wisp, Mr. Gregg
Cornet a Piston - Solo Fantasia, from Robert le Diable, Mr. de Grey . . .
Waltz - Die Orientalen.
PART II. Selection from the the Creation, by Haydn . . .
PART III. Overture - Barber of Seville . . .
Quadrille - British Navy . . .
Song - The sea hath Pearly Treasures (with Cornet Obligato, Mr. de Grey) Mrs. Testar.
Finale - Rule Britannia.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (10 November 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255612624 

GRAND BALL, Under distinguished patronage.
MESSRS. De Grey and Coleman Jacob's Plain and Fancy Dress Ball, on a scale of splendor never surpassed in this country, will take place on Friday, November 19th, at the Protestant Hall, Stephen-street.
By the kind permission of Colonel Valiant and the officers of the 40th Regiment, the splendid band of that distinguished regiment will attend on the occasion, in full costume, conducted by Mr. Johnson.
Tickets, to admit a lady and gentleman, one guinea; single tickets, 15s . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Johnson (master, 40th band); Band of the 40th Regiment (military); Protestant Hall (Melbourne venue)

[2 advertisements], The Argus (17 November 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4788124

GRAND CONCERT. MESSRS. DE GREY, CHARLES WILKIE AND GREGG,
beg to announce that their first concert of the series will take place on Wednesday, November 24th.
Principal performers - Mrs. Testar, Mr. John Gregg; Concertinist, Mr. Charles Wilkie;
Cornet-a-Piston, Mr. Henry De Grey ; Pianist, Mr. Coleman Jacobs.
Full Band. Tickets to be had at Mr. Wilkie's Music Saloon. For further particulars see programmes.

GRAND CONCERTS. Messrs. De Grey, C. Wilkie and J. Gregg.
THE above gentlemen purpose giving a grand series of Vocal and Instrumental Concerts at the Protestant Hall, assisted by Mrs. Testar, and all the principal talent of the City of Melbourne. Full particulars will be duly announced.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Wilkie (musician); Joseph Wilkie (musicseller)

"THE WEEKLY CONCERTS", The Argus (18 November 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4788143 

The following is the programme for this evening. We are glad to see that the band is still to be assisted by our omni-present friends of the 40th regiment
. . . Cornet a Piston Solo - In Forest Glade, Mr. De Grey . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 December 1852), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4788398

THIS EVENING. PROTESTANT HALL.
MESSRS. DE GREY, C. WILKIE, AND GREGG, Beg to announce that their second CONCERT WILL take place THIS EVENING.
VOCALISTS. Miss Lewis, (From Her Majesty's Theatre, she has had the honor of singing before Her Most Gracious Majesty Queen Victoria, and Royal Family,) Signor Georgi, (From the Opera House, Paris,) Mr. Moseley, (From the London Concerts) and Mr. John Gregg.
INSTRUMENTALISTS:
Mr. Salamon, Pianist, (from the London Concerts)
Mr. Thatcher, Flautist, do, do.
Mr. Charles Wilkie, Concertinist.
Mr. De Grey, Cornet-a-Piston . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Annie Lewis and Edward Salamon (vocalist and pianist, husband and wife); Charles Thatcher (flautist); Signor Georgi (vocalist); Mr. Moseley (vocalist)

"MESSRS. DE GREY AND GREGG'S CONCERT", The Argus (8 December 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255612828 

The second of this series of Concerts took place on Monday evening, and in spite of the great attraction created by the appearance of the Ethiopians, it was very well attended. Mr. De Grey was unable to attend, in consequence of being still seriously indisposed, and the vacancy created by his absence it was found difficult to fill up. Mr. Gregg was in good voice, and sang" Simon the Cellarer" in a masterly style. Miss Lewis has a nice soprano voice, and is likely to prove a great acquisition to our Musical Corps. We congratulate the originators of these Concerts upon their increasing success.

ASSOCIATIONS: Rainer's Serenaders (troupe)

"BENDIGO (FROM A CORRESPONDENT) September 5th, 1853", The Argus (12 September 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4796854 

. . . . Some of the refreshment-tents are admirably conducted, especially the Bendigo Exchange, which would put some of the respectable city hotels to the bush; besides a large dining-room, bedrooms with 26 beds, and ample stabling, there is a concert-room, 72 feet by 30 feet, where musical entertainments are given gratuitously. Morgan, as basso, and De Grey with his cornopean, and other persons of talent, contribute to the evenings' amusement, and a French cook tempts the palates of the patrons of the Exchange . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: J. W. Morgan (vocalist)

"BENDIGO [FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT]", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator [Sydney, NSW] (1 October 1853), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251544259 

. . . The diggings are well provided with amusements at present. The Bendigo Exchange is now open on Wednesday and Saturday evenings for concerts, conducted by Mr. De Grey, who, as cornopean player, gained so much favor in the metropolis. Messrs. Ellis and Fowkes, and Morgan, the basso, well appreciated in "the Wolf," and others, contribute to the entertainments . . . This shews some advance here, and many of the refreshment establishments are as well conducted as good town hotels. In fact the Exchange is equal to any in Melbourne . . .

"BENDIGO. 26th September, 1853", The Banner [Melbourne, VIC] (4 October 1853), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179481420 

. . . An addition to public amusement bas been made by the popular, basso, Mr. Morgan, who has engaged the band of the 40th Regiment for promenade concerts at Golden Square, which have been well appreciated. The Serenaders commence this week, so that with Mr. De Gray's concerts at the Bendigo Exchange and Nunn's Circus there is sufficient recreation provided for the diggers . . . - Correspondent of Argus.

"BENDIGO (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) 24th October, 1853. THE GOLD-DIGGERS' LATE BALL", The Argus (27 October 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4798678 

As stated in my last, this affair came off on Wednesday evening, and with great eclat. De Grey's splendid band made the diggers and their friends enjoy the festive dance. The floor of the Circus was boarded for the occasion, and the arrangements reflected great credit on the stewards, who were unceasing in their efforts to make the people happy. Although it was announced that full dress would not be exacted, yet a great many of the males were attired in garments that exhibited a gentlemanly taste. The ladies, about sixty in number (or about one to ten of the gentlemen), did credit to the digging classes . . .

"[Bendigo] (From our own correspondent)", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer [NSW] (29 October 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59757856 

. . . The grand event of the week, was the Ball in aid of the Hospital funds, which passed off with the greatest eclat . . . There was a happy and congenial mixture of the various classes and professions upon the diggings, the blue and red serge shirts presenting a pleasant contrast with the military scarlet, the official blue and lace, and the more modem garb of storekeepers and professionals . . . The tickets sold will bring in about £300, the greater part of which will be profit, as the band of the 40th regiment, and Mr. de Grey and others, who devoted their talents on this occasion to the charity, gave their services gratuitously. There was to be a promenade concert at the Hospital on Saturday evening, but the weather prevented it. It is, however, to be remedied by another Ball at the Circus, to be held next Thursday . . .

"BENDIGO (From our own correspondent) Sandhurst, December 12th, 1853", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (20 December 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60147512

. . . Bendigo is at present redundant with public places of amusement. There are performances every evening at Burton's Circus, within pistol shot of the Victoria Saloon - a very tastefully got up place of musical entertainment. On Saturday night Mr. de Grey opened the Bendigo Salle Valentino, with a concert à la Jullien, and it was a very superior affair. Besides these there are singing saloons on every part of the diggings . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Burton's circus (troupe)

[2 advertisements], Bendigo Advertiser (3 January 1854), in "BENDIGO SINCE '51 [BY A YOUNG BENDIGONIAN] No. VII", Bendigo Advertiser [BIC] (10 November 1888), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88556577 

THEATRE ROYAL, BENDIGO, ROYAL EXCHANGE. Sole lessee, Mr. J. Carncross.
Under the management of Messrs. Yates and Gregg.
THE Lessee has the honor to announce to his friends, patrons, and the public generally
that he will open the above magnificent Theatre for the season on Wednesday, 4th January . . .
A full orchestra is engaged, and will be under the direction of Mr. H. De Grey.
On Wednesday Evening will be performed Bulwer's much admired play THE LADY OF LYONS,
TO be followed by a GRAND CONCERT . . .

[reported] The paper of the 3rd January, 1854, from which the above advertisement was taken, contains a number of business announcements which in connection with the changes which have occurred in the interval may now be very interesting.
Mr. H. De Grey sold cool and refreshing drinks . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (actor, vocalist, as above)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (3 March 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4803856 

SALLE DE VALENTINO - Monster Concert.
Mr. JAMES ELLIS has the honor to announce his Benefit will take place on Monday next, 6th March,
on which occasion the Band will be considerable augmented, together with the following vocalists, who have kindly volunteered their services -
Madame Carandini, Miss Octavia Hamilton, Mrs. George Cox, from the Philharmonic Concerts, Mr. Lavenu, and Mr. Barlow,
Solo on the Cornet-a Piston, by Mr. de Gray [sic] . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Ellis (proprietor); Maria Carandini (vocalist); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Mrs. George Cox (vocalist); Lewis Henry Lavenu (pianist, vocalist); Robert Barlow (vocalist, instrumentalist); Salle de Valentino (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 March 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4804248

NEW Bendigo Polka, composed performed by Mr. De Gray, at Mr. Lavenu's Benefit Concert, at the Salle de Valentino, on Monday evening, March 13th. Promenade, 2s. 6d.; Boxes, 5s.

Names and descriptions of passengers per Tudor from Melbourne, 1 April 1854, for London; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/235BEF8C-F7F0-11E9-AE98-25BDE0857384?image=435 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. De Grey / 37 / Gentleman / English . . .

"CLEARED OUT", The Argus (3 April 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4805280 

April 1. - Tudor, ship, 1064 tons, J. W. Quihampton, for London. Passengers - cabin . . . Messrs. . . . De Grey, and ten in the second cabin and steerage. Lyall, Mackenzie and Co., agents.

After Australia:

[Advertisement], Kentish Independent [Woolwich, England] (13 December 1856), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001017/18561213/009/0001 (PAYWALL)

GRAND DISTRIBUTION VALUABLE FOREIGN GOODS, Suitable for Christmas and New Year's Gifts.
MR. HENRY DE GREY begs to inform his Friends and the Public, that having collected, during his travels abroad, a quantity of beautifully manufactured Fancy Goods, he intends disposing of portion of them as under by means of a DISTRIBUTION.
The Following list of the Goods, representing in gross the sum of ONE HUNDRED and TWENTY POUNDS.
[. . . list of mainly Chinese fine goods . . .] . . .
The articles may be seen at Mr. H. De Grey's, Freemason's Tavern, opposite the Dockyard Railway Station, Woolwich . . .

[Advertisement], Kentish Independent [Woolwich, Kent, England] (7 March 1857), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001017/18570307/004/0001 (PAYWALL)

WOOLWICH, CHARLESTON, AND PLUMSTEAD LITERARY & SCIENTIFIC INSTITUTION, Lecture Hall, Nelson Street, Woolwich,
ON MONDAY EVENING, MARCH 9th, Vocal and Instrumental Concert, will take place at the above Hall.
VOCALISTS: MISS RYECROFT, MR. DAVIES, And the Woolwich Harmonic Society.
INSTRUMENTALISTS: Cornet-a-Piston (Solos) Mr. Henry De Grey; And the Philharmonic Band.
ACCOMPANYIST AND CONDUCTOR, MR. FITZGERALD . . .

Trial of PATRICK LINAHAN, JOHN BUCKLEY, Old Bailey, London, 28 November 1859; Old Bailey online

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/record/t18591128-83 

. . . HENRY DE GREY. I am a licensed victualler and have kept the Freemason's Tavern, nearly opposite the dockyard, Woolwich, for four years and a half years . . .
MARIAN DE GREY. I am the wife of the last witness . . .

England census, 1861, Woolwich, Kent; UK National Archives, RG9/406/95/15

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/6649456:8767 (PAYWALL)

North Kent Terrace Public House / Henry De Grey / Head / Unmarried / 39 / Hotel Keeper / [born] Kent Woolwich . . .

England census, 1871, Woolwich, Kent; UK National Archives, RG10/777/27/5

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2600607:7619 (PAYWALL)

1a North Kent Ter. Freemason's Tavern / Henry De Grey / Head / Mar. / 49 / Hotel Keeper / [born] Kent Woolwich
Louisa [De Grey] / Wife / Mar. / 38 / - / [born] Sussex Horsham . . .

[News], Kentish Independent (19 May 1894), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001017/18940519/050/0004 (PAYWALL)

Mr. Henry De Grey, who has been proprietor for thirty years of the Freemasons' Tavern and Hotel, opposite the Woolwich Dockyard Station, has just transferred possession to Mr. Rowland Hirst, of Leytonstone. Mr. De Grey, who is much respected in Woolwich, is, we regret to say, in bad health, and it is to be hoped that rest and medical treatment at the seaside, where he is now residing, will soon accomplish his recovery.

[News], Kentish Independent (11 March 1899), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001017/18990311/040/0004 (PAYWALL)

A good many old Woolwichers will be sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Henry de Grey, which took place at the Licenced Victuallers' Asylum on Thursday, the 2nd of March. Mr. de Grey was at Woolwich in his young days, and after spending some successful years in Australia during the gold fever, returned and took the Freemasons' Tavern, Dockyard Station, and carried on a flourishing business there for many years, a prominent feature being banquets, in which he exhibited artistic excellence of a rare order. The Florence Nightingale Lodge of Freemasons patronized his hotel for many years. Mr. de Grey's bonhomie, aided materially by his admirable wife, made his establishment much in request, and his skill upon the cornet, amongst other accomplishments, rendered his presence ever welcome at convivial gatherings. Age and failing health at length overtook him, and after a short retirement at Brighton, his friends secured his election to the Licensed Victuallers' Asylum, and there his last remaining years have been spent in peace. His age was 76.

DE GROEN, Lewis (Lewis de GROEN; Lewis DE GROEN; Lewis Leon DE GROEN)

Musician, conductor, bandmaster

Born Sydney, NSW, 17 May 1864; son of Sampson DE GROEN and Sarah ISAACS
Died Sydney, NSW, 2 April 1919, aged "54"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Lewis+De+Groen+1864-1919 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.party-679083 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DE-GROEN-Lewis (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

"MARRIAGES", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (1 February 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13224040

On the 29th ultimo, at the residence of Mr. John Isaacs, by the Rev. A. A. Levi, Sampson De Groen, eldest son of Joseph De Groen, of Rotterdam, to Sarah Isaacs, eldest daughter of Leon Isaacs, of this city.

"BIRTHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 May 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13095274 

On the 17th instant, at her residence, George-street South, the wife of Mr. Sampson de Groen, of a son - both doing well.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (3 April 1919), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article15832560

DE GROEN - April 2, 1919, at his residence, Elsthorpe, View-street, Woolwich Point, Lewis Leon, dearly loved husband of Eleanor De Groen, in his 54th year.

"DEATH OF MR. L. DE GROEN. POPULAR SYDNEY MUSICIAN", The Sydney Morning Herald (3 April 1919), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article15832537

Mr. Lewis De Groen passed away yesterday from heart trouble at his house in View-street, Woolwich (Lane Cove River), after an illness extending over a number of weeks. Few musicians have been better known by sight and acquaintance than the popular conductor of the well-known Vice-Regal Orchestra, which grew from small beginnings at private dances to the numerous, and well equipped band of brass and reeds seen so often at the Randwick races and other public gatherings. It was during the time of Lord Augustus Loftus that Mr. De Groen was appointed to arrange and conduct the music at all the Government House receptions and balls, and his band then assumed the title by which it was so long known. For a long period also the esteemed musician was Director of Music in the New South Wales Grand Lodge of Freemasons. About twenty years ago he became conductor at the late T. J. West's cinematograph shows at a time when "movies" were a novelty and by no means as far developed as they are at present. He remained in this position long after the picture theatres had become an important feature in the amusement world, and the fact led to his association as conductor with the Sunday evening popular concerts at the Glaciarium, and also at the Town Hall, for which he engaged such leading artists as ensured their success season after season. There can be no doubt that much of the early popularity of the picture enterprise was due to his musical activity. Ultimately he became one of the directors of West's Pictures, and as affairs developed he accepted a seat on the directing board of Union Theatres, Ltd. His best known musical composition was "La Fiancee" Valse, which enjoyed a great vogue in its day, and is still remembered with pleasure. Mr. De Groen was but 54 years of age, and his death thus removes from our midst a musician who should have had an enjoyable period of comparative rest before him after the arduous fatigues of an unusually active career.

Other sources:

Lewis De Groen papers, 1894-1917, 1976; State Library of New South Wales, MLMSS 5027

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/235969150 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/9yM63Qp9 

Musical works:

Les fiancés valse (Sydney: Nicholson & Co., [1897]), and later editions

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/11825609 

DE GRUCHY, Henry George (Henry George DE GRUCHY; H. G. DE GRUCHY)

Music and general lithographer, engraver, printer, publisher

Born London, England, 20 July 1826; baptised St. Giles, Cripplegate, 17 June 1827; son of Matthew DE GRUCHY and Hannah BATEMAN
Married Sarah Ann REID (c. 1830-1919), St. John's, Lambeth, Surrey, England, 21 October 1850
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 29 March 1851 (per Pestonjee Bomanjee, from London)
Active as De Gruchy and Leigh, lithographers, 1859
Died Prahran, VIC, 16 August 1882, aged "55/56"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+George+De+Gruchy+1826-1882 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DE-GRUCHY-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Stephen Thomas Leigh (d. 1905, business partner)

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Giles without Cripplegate, in the City of London, in the year [1827]; register 1825-33, page 156; London Metropolitan Archives, P69/Gis/A/01/Ms 6423/3

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/901011:1558 (PAYWALL)

No. 8358 / [1827 June] 17 / B. 20 July [1826] / Henry George / [son of] Matthew & Hannah / De Gruchy / White Cross St. / Cabinet Mkr. . . .

1850, marriage solemnized at St. John's church in the district parish of St. John, Waterloo Road, in the county of Surrey; register 1849-52, page 168; London Metropolitan Archives, P85/JNA3/044

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/3500255:1623 (PAYWALL)

No. 336 / Oct. 21 1850 / Henry George de Gruchy / Full [age] / Bachelor / Engraver / York Road / [son of] Matthew De Gruchy / Cabinet Maker
Sarah Ann Reid / Spinster / Full [age] / - / York Road / [daughter of] George Reid / Carrier . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (31 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4777009

March 29. - Pestonjee Bomanjee, barque, 750 tons, E. Pavey, Commander, from London via Adelaide 22nd instant. Passengers (cabin) . . . Messrs. H. De Gruchy . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 November 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4788240 

DE GRUCHY AND MARRIOTT, Heraldic, Ornamental, and Writing Engravers, Copper Plate and Lithographic Printers, 98, Flinders Lane, east . . .

[Advertisement], The Banner [Melbourne, VIC] (18 August 1854), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179814577 

DE GRUCHY and LEIGH. Engravers, Lithographers, and General Printers,
Arms, Crests, Cyphers, and Inscriptions on gold, silver, &c.
Maps, Plans, Circulars, Cards; Bill heads, Bankers' Cheques, &c.,
80 Flinders lane east, Melbourne.

Names and descriptions of passengers per Suffolk from London, 26 August 1859, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B109F91-F96C-11E9-AE98-93E32FF6E163?image=224 (DIGITISED)

. . . De Gruchy, Henry G / 35 // Sarah Ann / 30 // Louisa A. / 4 // Helena / 1 // Sarah Ann / 5 . . .

"DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP", New South Wales Government Gazette (2 April 1867), 870

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225475146 

NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership hitherto existing between the undersigned, as engravers, lithographers, and printers, at Melbourne and Sydney, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. The business will in future be carried on at Melbourne by H. G. De Gruchy, on his own account, and at Sydney by S. T, Leigh, on his own account, who will receive and pay all moneys due by and to the said Partnership, at their respective places. - Dated this 23rd day of March, 1867.
H. G. De GRUCHY. S. T. LEIGH. Witness - THOMAS TYSON.

"DEATHS", The Telegraph, St. Kilda, Prahran and South Yarra Guardian (19 August 1882), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article107120052 

DE GRUCHY. - On the 16th inst., at his late residence, 55 High-street, Prahan, Henry George De Gruchy, of this city, aged 56 years; a colonist of 33 year's standing.

Probate and administration, Henry De Gruchy, 1882; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3F38965B-F1D2-11E9-AE98-F1B1D3E48C32?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/F74FC4D8-F1DC-11E9-AE98-BBA60D0AA044?image=1 (DIGITISED)

Music and/or cover lithography (De Gruchy and Leigh, to 1867; H. G. De Gruchy, from 1867):

Giralda, Spanish dance for the piano forte by Eugene Lissignol (Melbourne: [For the composer], January 1859); cover: "De Gruchy & Leigh Lithog'rs"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/31863942 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-168192405 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Eugene Lissignol (composer)

The light from the mountain, favorite ballad by an Australian Lady; the music by S. Nelson (Melbourne: Edward Arnold, [1859]); cover: "De Grucy Á Leigh, Lith"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18988780 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-177491052 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Sidney Nelson (composer); Louisa Atkinson (lyrics); Edward Arnold (publisher, musicseller)

The Aurora australis polka composed by J. Sutherland (Melbourne: Edward Arnold, [ ]); cover: "De Grucy & Leigh, Lith. Melb."

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854279 

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/Library/SD_ILS-538307 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: J. Sutherland (composer)

For later titles see:

https://trove.nla.gov.au/music/search?l-publictag=Henry+George+De+Gruchy+1826-1882 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

Bibliography and resources:

Prue Neidorf, A guide to dating music published in Sydney and Melbourne, 1800-1899 (M.A. thesis, University of Wollongong, 1999), 153, also 190

http://ro.uow.edu.au/theses/2926 (DIGITISED)

Henry George De Gruchy, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/197885743/henry-george-de_gruchy 

DE HAGA, John (John HAIG or HAIGH; John DE HAGA; "Juan de HAGA")

Musician, bass vocalist, professor of singing, member of Lyster's Opera Company

Born ? Ireland, c. 1827
Active London, England, by December 1851
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by mid May 1866 (? from California)
Died (suicide) Williamstown, VIC, 4 October 1872, aged "45" or "over 50"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+De+Haga+d1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DE-HAGA-John (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Leeds Intelligencer [Yorkshire, England] (29 November 1851), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000193/18511129/076/0004 (PAYWALL)

THEATRE ROYAL, LEEDS. Mr. H. Beverly begs to announce the Re-engagement, on Monday next, for THREE NIGHTS ONLY, of the Operatic Artists, Miss Brienti, Miss Norman, Mr. De Haga, Mr. E. Corrie, and Mr. Manvers.
On Monday next, the 1st December, the "Postileon de Loufemeau," and other Entertainments, for the Benefit of Mr. Manvers.
On Tuesday, the Performances will be for the Benefit of Miss Norman and Messrs. De Haga and Corrie;
and on Wednesday, for the Benefit of Miss Brienti; being positively their last appearance, in consequence of their Engagements in Wakefield, &c.

"THEATRE ROYAL. DRURY LANE", Sun [London, England] (23 December 1851), 6

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002194/18511223/078/0006 (PAYWALL)

Mr. Bunn has just put forth his programme for the season . . . Mr. and Mrs. Sims Reeves, Miss P. Horton, Miss Poole, Mr. Whitworth, Mr. C. Manvers, Mr. Henri Drayton, and various other English notabilities are engaged, as are the following artistes, who are new to the boards of Drury-lane:
Mr. Fedor, Mr. Rayman, Mr. De Haga, Mademoiselle Evelina Garcia, Mademoiselle Adele Alphonse, and the celebrated contralto Madame Bockholtz Falconi, and an engagement is pending with Madame Sontag.
Operas by Balfe, Benedict, Barnett, Loder, and Macfarren are promised. Balfe and Schirra are the conductors, and Oury is the leader . . .

"MADAME EVELINA GARCIA", Lady's Newspaper and Pictorial Times [London, England] (20 March 1852), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002254/18520320/001/0001 (PAYWALL)

. . . The Times thus speaks of the opera . . . as performed at Drury-lane Theatre at the close of last week: -
The performance of "Lucrezia Borgia" deserves mention as one of the most complete and effective of the season . . . and the subordinate parts of Rustighello and Gubetta are competently sustained by Messrs. Manvers and De Haga. The performance gave entire satisfaction to the audience . . .

"CONCERT AND BALL", Daily Alta California [San Francisco, CA, USA] (17 October 1864), 1

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18641017.2.4 

Knickerbocker Ingine Company, No. 6, will celebrate their Fourteenth Anniversary by a Concert and Ball at Platt's Hall, this evening. Signora and Signor Bianchi, Mrs. Sophie Edwin and Mr. John De Haga will participate in the entertainment offered.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eugenio and Giovanna Bianchi (vocalists)

[Advertisement], Daily Alta California (3 December 1865), 4

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18651203.2.31.3 

GRAND CONCERT IN AID OF THE British Benevolent Society OF CALIFORNIA.
MR. MACDOUGALL will be assisted by the following eminent Artistes:
Vocalists. - MADAM ANNA BISHOP, SIGNORA BIANCHI, SIGNOR BIANCHI, MISS EMILY THORNE . . .
MR. CHARLES LASCELLES, and MR. JOHN DE HAGA . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Macdougall (musician); Anna Bishop (vocalist); Charles Lascelles (pianist, vocalist)

Australia (by May 1866):

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (4 May 1866), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13130606

ANNOUNCEMENT. - Mr. LYSTER has great pleasure in announcing the arrival of the celebrated Basso MR. JOHN DE HAGA, who will shortly make his appearance.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lyster Opera Company (troupe)

"Entertainments", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (12 May 1866), 295

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115453529

. . . To night the opera of Il Trovatore will be given for the last time, and on Monday Lucrezia Borgia in which Mr. John de Haga will make his first appearance in Australia as Duke Alfonso. This gentleman is said to posses a fine bass voice, and his accession to Mr. Lyster's opera troupe will prove a great acquisition . . .

"THE OPERA", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (15 May 1866), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60594932

"Lucretia Borgia" was performed again last night, in which Mr. J. de Haga made his first, and according to the advertisement, his last appearance this season. When we say we regret this, it is simply a compliment to the debutant of the evening, which he fairly earned. It was a treat to have the music of the part of Duke Alphonso restored to its natural position, and it was a still greater treat to hear it sung with a force and vigour that gave life to a part which has occasionally, of late, been tolerated only. We do not think, however, we have heard Mr. De Haga at his best, although he achieved a success that was beyond doubt, and in addition to his excellent singing, exhibited dramatic power of great ability, and certainly the opera of "Lucretia Borgia" has never been so successfully given since the time of Farquharson. The applause obtained for the magnificent trio in the second act compelled its repetition, and it was again followed by thunders of applause and shouts of "Bravo, bravo," from all parts of the house . . .

"AMUSEMENTS", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 May 1866), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13131493

. . . Lucrezia Borgia was performed on Monday night, and in it a new basso profondo Mr. John De Haga, made his first appearance in the colonies. His Il Duca was a very creditable performance, both in acting and singing, and some regret has been expressed that he had not sooner joined the troupe, as many characters suitable to his voice have lately been very indifferently performed. Mr. De Haga has a good presence, a free natural style of acting, a voice of considerable power and cultivation, and bids fair to become very popular.

See also, "THE OPERA", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (13 June 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5765161 

"SUICIDE OF MR. DE HAGA", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (5 October 1872), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199375561 

The suicide of Mr. John De Haga was the general talk of the city last night . . . Mr. De Haga's career has been a very adventurous one, so far as could be gathered from the reminiscences in which he sometimes indulged. He is said to have been a native of Ireland, but received a musical education in Italy, but his experiences of the operatic stage were not very lengthy. The prime of his manhood was spent in America, and he was there mixed up in a good deal of bush fighting and filibustering, according to his own account. It seems that he made a fortune out of the Nevada silver mines, but lost the greater part of his money afterwards, in the same speculations. Some eight years ago be came from California to Australia, and joined the Lyster opera company, making his first appearance at Sydney, with Squires and Lucy Escott . . .

"SUICIDE OF MR. JOHN DE HAGA", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (5 October 1872), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5840007

A great deal of astonishment and regret was caused yesterday in theatrical circles and amongst the playgoing portion of the public by the fact which became known during the afternoon that Mr. John de Haga, formerly a basso singer in some of Mr. Lyster's earlier opera troupes, had committed suicide at Williamstown. The deceased appears to have acted with great deliberation and coolness, and to have determined to leave the world because he felt he was no longer able to command success, and because he had come down so much in his professional position that he had lost self respect and fallen into a settled despondency. He had been engaged to appear at St. James's Hall, a music-hall in Bourke-Street, and he had in conversation with an old friend before accepting the engagement spoken feelingly of the "come down" from opera singing to performing for a few pounds a week at a second-class music hall. He, however, attended rehearsal two or three times, and then he seemed to become aware that he was no longer master of his voice, and, in fact, could not trust himself to attempt vocalisation in public. This, no doubt, increased his despondency, and when he found afterwards that he could not get a few pounds advanced to him, and that he was in debt, even to his landlord, he apparently made up his mind to make a final exit. He was to have made his appearance in public at St. James's Hall for the first time last night, but on Thursday evening be went down to Williamstown, and took lodgings at the Steam Packet Hotel, near the wharf. Yesterday morning he complained of being ill, lay down for a while, had a nobbler, and went out for on walk on the beach. He returned at about 1 o'clock and went to his room, after having another nobbler. In a few moments a report as of a pistol was heard in his room and it was found that the door of the chamber was bolted inside. The police having been sent for burst open the door, and found Mr. De Haga dead on the floor, sitting against a trunk, with an ordinary pistol in his hand, and a bullet wound right through his head. The bullet had entered at the right temple, gone right through the head, come out at the left temple, penetrated two inches into a stone wall, and rebounding, had fallen on the floor into a pool of blood which had flown from the wound. The deceased's face was quite placid. The skull was nearly blown off, and a piece of the stock of the pistol was blown off by the explosion. The charge must have been a very heavy one. The police took charge of the body, on which an inquest will be held.

The deceased lived for many years in America, North and South, and in California, and was a member of Walker's raid party in Nicaragua. He was connected with opera business, and had troupes, it is said, in South America and California, and came here many years ago. He used to say that he first came to Australia (Sydney) from California, with a view to investing American capital in mines, but this statement was always looked upon as dubious, as he did nothing in the way of mining, and entered into an engagement with Mr. W. S. Lyster as a basso singer in opera. He told an acquaintance that the last eight or nine years of his life had been made miserable through the effects upon his health of an accidental dose of corrosive sublimate taken by mistake for carbonate of soda. He represented that he had yet large interests in silver mines in a place called Virginia City, in the new south-west mining country of the United States, and also that he and a cousin of his, now (or lately) in Melbourne, were heirs to a very large estate in the West of England.

Some 12 months since he was interested in popularising the use of Sullivan's Disinfectant. He was then absent for some time from Melbourne, travelling under a nom de théâtre as pianist with Frank Hussey's troupe of coloured minstrels. It is believed that he owed a good deal of money. He is said to have at one time, in California, been worth many thousands of pounds.

He was a man of amiable, genial character, and had received a liberal education. After leaving England he studied in various Continental schools and he was considered to have a fair know lodge of music, and to be a good teacher. He was believed to be over 50 years of age, and to be unmarried. Some friends who had known him a long time considered that he was quite sane up to the last, and not at all affected by drink. No letter alleging a cause for suicide was found on him, the only document in his possession being a letter on business matters. A match-box, three pistol bullets, a chain, and a small key ware found in his pockets, but no valuables.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Hussey (minstrel, manager)

Inquest, John De Haga, 5 October 1872; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/C00D9F6F-F1BA-11E9-AE98-4140C5FAC33F?image=1 (DIGITISED)

. . . [Deposition of Frederick Zeplin] I am a musician by profession and proprietor of the St. James Music Hall. I have seen the body in the morgue and recognised it as that of Mr. John de Haga. He was under engagement with me to appear for one month from the second of this month . . .

. . . [Deposition of John Cowan] I am a musician and knew the deceased John de Haga. I have only known him by that name but I think that he was called Hague [sic] in reality. He was about forty five or fifty. I have been in the same house with him for some weeks and I never saw him much the worse for drink. he was travelling with Hussey who did not pay him and he came back to Melbourne in great poverty . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Zeplin (musician); John Cowan (musician, vocalist)

[News], The Argus (7 October 1872), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5840113 

Mr. Maclean, the district coroner, held an inquest on Saturday afternoon, at the Steam Packet Hotel, Williamstown, upon the body of Mr. John De Haga, who had shot himself on the previous day. In addition to the particulars already published, it was stated by the police sergeant that on Saturday morning another bullet was found near the bed in the room where the deceased had shot himself. The bullet was jagged like the other one, and had evidently been fired from the pistol. There were also found in a drawer in the bedroom a small flask of powder, a box of caps, and a small bottle, which had contained laudanum, none of which articles were owned by the landlord. Mr. Frederick Zeplin, proprietor of St. James's Music hall, Melbourne, on being sworn, said that about three weeks ago the deceased came to him and asked for employment, saying that he was badly off, and the landlord of the Globe Hotel had threatened to turn him out of the house. Witness engaged the deceased for a month, and he agreed to attend the first rehearsal last Tuesday, but did not do so, because he said he was very hoarse. It was then arranged that he should appear on Wednesday evening, but in the morning witness received a note from him stating that his throat was very bad, and he had gone to St. Kilda. Witness did not see him afterwards. It was agreed that witness should pay Mr. De Haga's salary to Mr. Whatmough, of the Globe Hotel. On Wednesday, witness saw Mr. Whatmough, who told him that he had spoken sharply to Mr. De Haga that morning, and had locked the doors on him. On the previous Monday deceased carne to witness's house to rehearse a duet with Mrs. Zeplin, when it was found that his voice was completely gone. Witness believed that when Mr. De Haga became aware of this it drove him mad, and that he was not in his right mind when he committed suicide.

Mr. John Cowan, a professional vocalist, on being examined, stated that he had been told the deceased's real name was Haig. Had never seen him much the worse of drink. Some time ago deceased was travelling with Mr. Hussey, who had not paid him for his services; and the deceased returned to Melbourne in poverty, in fact he had not a penny in his pocket.
The jury, after a brief deliberation, returned a verdict that the deceased had committed suicide while labouring under temporary insanity brought on by distress. The body of the deceased was removed from Williamstown on Saturday evening, for the purpose of interment in the Melbourne cemetery, some members of the musical profession having furnished the necessary funeral expenses.

See also "THE SUICIDE OF MR. JOHN DE HAGA", The Herald (5 October 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article245369422 

See also "SUICIDE OF MR. DE HAGA", The Age (7 October 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199375942 

See also "SUICIDE OF MR. DE HAGA", Williamstown Chronicle (12 October 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article68587896 

Bibliography and resources:

Lois M. Foster, Annals of the San Francisco stage, 1850-1880, volume 1 ([San Francisco]: Federal Theatre Project, 1936), 264

https://archive.org/details/annalsofsanfranc01fost/page/n569/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Harold Love, The golden age of Australian opera: W. S. Lyster and his companies 1861-1880 (Sydney: Currency Press, 1981), 18, 78, 80, 88, 165, 166, 195, 212

Alison Gyger, Civilising the colonies: pioneering opera in Australia (Sydney: Opera-Opera/Pellinor, 1999), 136, 139, 145

Kurt Ganzl, Victorian vocalists (London and New York: Routledge, 2017), 222, 238

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=gmZQDwAAQBAJ&pg=PA222 (PREVIEW)

DEIMLING, Friedrich (Friedrich DEIMLING; Fritz; Frederick DEIMLING; DIEMLING)

Musician, band master (Deimling's Band), cornet player, composer

Born Bavaria (Germany), Essweiler, Pfalz, 29 June 1839 (? 1840); son of Johannes DEIMLING and Katherina NEU
Active Sydney, NSW, by January 1860
Married Anne CARMODY, VIC, 1868
Died Melbourne, VIC, 16 December 1909, aged "69/70"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Frederick+Deimling+1839-1909 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEIMLING-Friedrich (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Births, Essweiler, Pfalz, Bavaria, [? 1839 / 1840]; Germany, select births and baptisms

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/73942415:9866 (PAYWALL)

29 June [? 1839 / 1840] / Friedrich [son of] / Johannes Deimling [and] Katharina Neu

ASSOCIATIONS: His VIC death record, as Diemling [sic], gives his parents' names as John and Catherine Neu, and his age as 69

"THE NORTH AMERICAN CIRCUS AT THE PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (23 January 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13035896

On Saturday night, Messrs. Worrell and Co. opened the Prince of Wales Theatre with their large and remarkably efficient troupe of equestrian, gymnastic, and acrobatic performers, together with their extensive stud of well-trained horses, trick and dancing ponies, &c. The house was densely crowded from pit to gallery, the audience manifesting, throughout the evening, the most cordial delight and satisfaction at the new, brilliant, and hitherto unequally entertainment provided for them . . . Deimling's band was in attendance, and played throughout the evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Worrell (clown, circus proprietor); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], Empire (31 January 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64096630

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. NORTH AMERICAN CIRCUS. WORRELL and CO PROPRIETORS. EVERY NIGHT DURING THE WEEK . . . DEIMLING'S CELEBRATED BRASS BAND . . .

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (10 February 1864), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66460480

The company at the Circus Royal having been joined by Mr. Flexmore, Mr. Stebbing and Master Stebbing, with Deimling's splendid brass band, gave another grand performance yesterday evening, and will perform again this evening. This talented company of male and female equestrians, acrobats, jugglers, balancers and clowns, will soon visit the Country Districts, and proceed to Hobart town . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (9 February 1872), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39259771

. . . TWO BANDS OF MUSIC,
the BAND OF BURTON'S NATIONAL CIRCUS and SCHRADER'S ADMIRED BAND . . .
BURTON'S GREAT EQUESTRIANS will PERFORM
IN THE ARENA in THE EXHIBITION BUILDING on SATURDAY EVENING.
Performance to commence at 8 o'clock sharp, and DANCING ON THE PROMENADE,
for which an efficient Master of the Ceremonies, has been engaged.
M. DEIMLING'S BAND will accompany the EQUESTRIAN ENTERTAINMENT,
and SCHRADER'S BAND the BALL . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Burton (circus proprietor); Heinrich Schrader (band master); Burton's Circus (troupe, for which Deimling was band master)

"THE BOHEMIAN GIRL", Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (19 November 1873), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150073621 

The Philharmonic Society commenced the season of 1873-74 last evening at the Mechanics' Institute . . . It must be confessed it was thought when the society selected Balfe's popular opera of "The Bohemian Girl," for the first concert of the season, they were flying at rather high game, but the result has proved they did not over estimate their powers . . . The band, which was under the leadership of Mr. Andrews, was composed as follows -
Strings - violins, Messrs. Andrews, Wilton, and Hobday; violincellos, Mr. H. Thomas and Mr. Mulder; wind instruments, Messrs. G. W. Walker, G. Ashmore, Bennett, Smith, and Herr Dimling, from Melbourne; drum, Mr. P. Ritchie; pianist, Mr. W. D. Goodall. Seldom have we heard an orchestra so often applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert James Andrews (conductor); Thomas Wilton (violin); Joseph Hobday (violin); Herbert Thomas (cello); George William Walker (musician); William Daniel Goodall (pianist); Geelong Philharmonic Society (association)

"THE MELBOURNE GERMAN LIEDERTAFEL", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (10 January 1877), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5913366

A man's night (herren abend) took place on Monday night in connexion with the above, named society, at Hockin's' Assembly Rooms. There was a good attendance on the part of the subscribers, but we have seen a greater number there when the holiday times did not interfere with the regular habits of the music lovers . . . One chorus, "Die Post," with cornet solo (at a distance) by Mr. Deimling, was encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne German Liedertafel (association); Hockin's Assembly Rooms (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (2 January 1891), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8463536

To-morrow afternoon the fourth promenade concert will be given by the Melbourne Orchestra in the Exhibition-building. The programme includes several selections not heard before, in Melbourne, namely: Overture, "A Night in Granada" (Kreutzer); "The Forge in the Forest" (Michaelis); gavotte, "Louis-XII.," the obligato being played on two harps by Misses Deimling and Duvalli. Miss Tasma Sherwin, of Sydney, will make her first appearance in Melbourne on this occasion as vocalist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Isabella Deimling (daughter, musician, harpist, b. VIC, 1870; m. Arthur Francis William Seyfarth, VIC, 1892);
see also [Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 October 1891), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13847200

Index to naturalisation certificates, Friedrich Deimling, 4 June 1901; Public Record Office Victoria

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/60711/images/44441_346529-04768?pId=19214 (PAYWALL)

Friedrich Deimling / Residence: Fitzroy / Age on date of naturalization: 61 /
Native place: Bavaria, Germany / Occupation: Musician / Date of certificate: 4. 6. 1901 . . .

Bibliography and resources:

GERMAN-AUSTRALIAN ALIENS OF MILITARISM; posted 9 September 2011

http://germanaustralianalianstomilitarism.blogspot.com.au/2011/09/d-surnames-germanic-emigrants-1870-1920.html

Friedrich DEIMLING born 29 June 1839. Musician. Res. Palmer St, Fitzroy. Melbourne Deutscher Club Krankenverein 1881-1882. Wife.

Frederick Deimling, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/203828878 

DELANY, John Daniel (John Daniel DELANY; J. D. DELANY)

Amateur musician, violinist, journalist, printer

Born ? London, England, ? c. 1818; son of John DELANY
Married (1) Maria WALTERS (? d. 1862), St. Giles, London, England, 1846 (3rd quarter)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 1861
Married (2) Mary Gertrude MAGUIRE (d. 1896), NSW, 1872
Died Camperdown, NSW, 11 April 1894, aged "76"

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DELANY, John Albert (John Albert DELANY; J. A. DELANY)

Musician, organist, violinist, conductor, composer

Born Ratcliff, London, England, 6 July 1852; son of John Daniel DELANY and Maria WALTERS
Arrived Sydney, NSW, ? by late 1862
Married Jane Ann SHARPE, St. Mary's cathedral, Sydney, NSW, 15 May 1872
Died Paddington, NSW, 11 May 1907

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

DELANY, Jenny (Jane Ann SHARPE; Anne; Miss Jenny SHARPE; Mrs. J. A. DELANY)

Musician, soprano vocalist

Born ? at sea, per James Fernie, for Melbourne, VIC, 1857; daughter of Daniel SHARPE and Lousia RENGROVE
Active Sydney, NSW, by January 1872
Married John Albert DELANY, St. Mary's cathedral, Sydney, NSW, 15 May 1872
Died Melbourne, VIC, 20 December 1887

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Summary:

John Albert Delany's musical career is relatively easily recoverable from the 1870s onwards. The current purpose of this entry is largely to document his father's activities, and such of his own and his wife's earliest activities as are traceable.

Reports that John Albert arrived with his parents in infancy (or at the age of 2) are incorrect. It was only after being released from bankruptcy in mid 1860 that John Daniel arrived in NSW, without his family, probably late in 1860 or early 1861. John Albert probably followed his father to Sydney only after the death of his mother, Maria, in England in April 1862, aged about 10. His teachers and mentors included, in addition to his father, Anselm Curtis (at Lyndhurst college, 1863 only), Ellis Taylor (Newcastle, NSW, mid 1860s), William Cordner, John Hill, Charles Edward Horsley, and Charles Sandys Packer.

Documentation:

England (to c. 1860):

? 1470. LUCRETIA O'CONNER , stealing 4 spoon and 1 printed book, 19 August 1850; Old Bailey online

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t18500819-1470 

JOHN DANIEL DELANY. I am shopman to my father, a pawnbroker, of 93, Holborn . . .

? England census, 30 March 1851, Shoreditch, Middlesex; UK National Archives; HO 107/1535

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/8860/MDXHO107_1535_1535-0167 (PAYWALL)

George Delaney / Head / 48 / Glass cutter / [born] Westminster
John Delany [sic] / lodger / Widower / 46 [sic] / Copper plate printer / Westminster
John Delany / son [of head] / single / 18 / [Copper plate printer] / Clerkenwell . . .

[Advertisement], East London Observer (3 April 1858), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000442/18580403/027/0004 (PAYWALL)

Hamlet of Ratcliff; Election of Election of Guardians, 1858.
The Ratepayers and Owners of property in this Hamlet, duly qualified, are respectfully solicited to vote for . . . who solicit the votes of the inhabitants for the first time, in the room of Mr. J. D. Delany, who has left the parish . . .

"Bankrupts. TUESDAY, Nov. 22, 1859", The Solicitors' Journal and Reporter (26 November 1859), 54

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=LGMqAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA298 (DIGITISED)

GODFREY, John, and JOHN DANIEL DELANY, Printers, Savoy-st., Strand . . .

"CERTIFICATES . . . FRIDAY, Feb. 17, 1860", The Solicitors' Journal and Reporter (18 February 1860), 298

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=LGMqAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA298 (DIGITISED)

GODFREY, John, & JOHN DANIEL DELANY, Printers, Savoy-street, Strand, Middlesex, Feb. 14, 3rd class; after a suspension of 12 months.

Sydney, NSW (by 1861):

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (25 June 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60490450

A GRAND FULL DRESS BALL, to assist in paying off the Debt due on St. Vincent's Hospital, will take place on the 24th July. Particulars will be shortly announced. J. D. DELANY, Honorary Secretary.
Committee Room, Metropolitan Hotel, June 24th, 1861.

"DEATHS", Canterbury Journal, Kentish Times and Farmers' Gazette [Kent, England] (5 April 1862), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001404/18620405/027/0003 (PAYWALL)

DEPTFORD - March 24, Maria, wife of Mr. J. D. Delany, Isle of Greenwich.

"ST. MARY'S CHORAL SOCIETY", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (25 October 1862), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115429381 

A meeting of gentlemen favourable to the formation of St. Mary's Choral Society was held at St. Mary's on Thursday afternoon, Rev. J. H. A. Curtis, O.S.B. in the chair. In the conversation that ensued after opening the business of the meeting it appeared that the objects of the society would be to assist in improving the choral services of St. Mary's and the other Catholic churches in Sydney and assembled on certain evenings for the practice of music both sacred and secular, and to give concerts at stated periods throughout the year. Mr. Mullins, with his accustomed kindness offered to lend the Society a piano-forte without any charge until the Society was well established. An earnest hope was expressed by the gentlemen present that Catholics of all the districts in Sydney would co-operate in assisting to establish a society which would so greatly improve the performance of the public service of the church and lend so greatly to their own social enjoyment.
The following resolutions were then put and carried unanimously:
1. That it is desirable to establish a society for the cultivation of choral music and to impart instruction to persons who may be deemed eligible to take part in the several Catholic choirs throughout the city.
2. That Mr. Cordner be invited to take the conduct of the society.
3. That with the view of providing funds each person shall be required to pay 5s. per quarter.
4. That the Rev. A Curtis, Rev. J. Dwyer, Mr. Delaney, Mr. Mullins, Mr. Dolman, Mr. Hart, Mr. Hurley, form a committee to carry out the above resolutions.
5. That His Grace the Archbishop be requested to become patron of the society.
6, That the first meeting be held in the Seminary, at St. Mary's, on Tuesday evening the 28th instant, and be advertised accordingly.
Further proposed that James Hart, Esq., M. P., be appointed Treasurer: carried; and that Mr. Delany be Honorary Secretary: carried.
The Secretary was then desired to communicate with the Very Rev. Archdeacon McEncroe, Father Corish and Sheridan, requesting their co-operation that of their congregation and the choirs of their respective churches in carrying out the object of the Society.
The meeting then adjourned until Tuesday, 28th instant, when subscriptions will be received and practice commence.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Henry (Anselm) Curtis (chair); William John Cordner (conductor); William Dolman (member); John Bede Polding (patron); John McEncroe (cleric); St. Mary's Choral Society (association)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (28 October 1862), 1

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UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HIS GRACE THE ARCHBISHOP OF SYDNEY -
ST. MARY'S CHORAL SOCIETY. - This society is established for the purpose of improving the Choral music in the Catholic churches throughout Sydney,
and for the practice and performance of sacred and secular compositions, tending to elevate the musical taste of the people.
Musical director and conductor, Mr. W. J. CORDNER, organist of St. Mary's Cathedral.
Treasurer, JAMES HART, Esq., M.P.
Subscriptions can now be received by the Secretary, 234, Pitt-street, and at the first meeting of the society at St. Mary's Seminary on TUESDAY EVENING next, at 8 o'clock.
J. D. DELANY, secretary.

[Advertisement], Freeman's Journal (21 March 1863), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115427326 

ST. MARY'S CHORAL SOCIETY. A GENERAL MEETING of the Members of the ST. MARY'S CHORAL SOCIETY
will be held on TUESDAY evening, at seven o'clock, immediately before the vocal practice, to elect a committee for the ensuing year, commencing on the 31st instant.
A full attendance of members, ladies and gentlemen, is particularly requested.
J. D. DELANY, Hon. Sec.

[Advertisement], Empire (12 December 1866), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60830061 

MASONIC HALL. TUESDAY, 15th December, 1868.
GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, In Aid of the Funds of the CITY NIGHT REFUGE AND SOUP KITCHEN . . .
The Gentlemen forming the Orchestra.
Violins: Mr. Klein, Mr. Greenfield, Mr. Macracken, Mr. Salier, Mr. Neate, Mr. Delany, Mr. Delany, jun., Mr. Marshall, Mr. Bird . . .
Conductor - Herr CARL SCHMITT. Pianist - Mr. C. E. HORSLEY . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Schmitt (conductor); Charles Edward Horsley (pianist); John Klein (violin); Masonic Hall (Sydney venue)

"IN INSOLVENCY", New South Wales Government Gazette (26 July 1867), 1785

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225477742 

In the matter of the petition of Sydney Masted, of Newcastle, in the Colony of New South Wales, printer, praying that the Estate of John Daniel Delany, of Newcastle, in the Colony of New South Wales, printer, may be sequestrated for the benefit of his Creditors, according to law . . .

"MR. J. D. DELANY", The Newcastle Chronicle (23 February 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article111162180 

We understand that Mr. J. D. Delany, formerly of this city, has recently sailed for England. It is reported that he has obtained employment on a London paper.

[Advertisement], Evening News (16 August 1871), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article129968177 

LAY CATHOLIC PROTECTION SOCIETY. The Opening LECTURE of this society will be delivered by J. D. DELANY, Esq.,
on THURSDAY EVENING, 17th August, at the School of Arts, Pitt-street. Subject: "Orange-ism - a historical Retrospect" . . .

See also "LECTURE ON ORANGEISM", Evening News (18 August 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article129965059 

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 January 1872), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28415429 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. - Ladies and Gentlemen (professional and amateur) willing to assist in a
CONCERT offered by the Musical Public to the Orchestra of the Prince of Wales Theatre,
who have suffered severely by the late calamitous fire, are respectfully invited to attend a
MEETING, at Wangenheim's Hotel, King-street, at 8 o'clock on WEDNESDAY EVENING next, or to communicate with the undersigned,
J. D. DELANY, Secretary pro tem. Wangenheim's Hotel, January 6th.

ASSOCIATIONS: Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (25 January 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13251291 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . .
On SATURDAY, January 27th, will be produced Offenbach's Grand Comic Opera
THE GRAND DUCHESS OF GEROLSTEIN.
MADAME FANNY SIMONSEN will appear in her original and wonderfully successful impersonation of THE GRAND DUCHESS . . .
First appearance of Mr. HENRY HULLAM, Miss E. A. LAMBERT, Miss JENNY SHARPE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Simonsen (vocalist); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

"SYDNEY CHORAL SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 March 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13254620 

. . . Second Annual Report of the Sydney Choral Society . . .
The following list will show the work performed bv the society during the past year: -
July 18, 1871. - Haydn's "Seasons," at the Masonic Hall.
November 7 - Neukomm's "Easter Morning," at the Masonic Hall.
October 25 - The "Messiah," at the Prince of Wales Opera House.
January 20, 1872 - Miscellaneous, at the Exhibition, assisted by the States troupe . . .
Mr. J. D. Delany was unanimously elected honorary secretary for the ensuing year . . . Herr Carl Schmitt will continue as conductor of the society, and Mr. Roper organist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Alphonsus Roper (organist); Sydney Choral Society (association)

"MARRIAGES", Evening News (15 June 1872), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114733905 

On the 11th May, at St. Mary's Cathedral by the Rev. J. Dwyer, John Albert Delany, only son of J. D. Delany, Esq., of Sydney, formerly of London, to Jane Ann, youngest daughter of D. Sharpe, Esq., of Melbourne, formerly of Kings land, London.

"CHRISTMAS SERVICES", Freeman's Journal (28 December 1872), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article128810710

The performance of the music at High Mass at the principal Catholic churches in Sydney on Christmas Day was unusually good. At St. Mary's the music consisted of Mozart's No. 12 Kyrie and Gloria, Mercadante's Credo, and Gounod's Sanctus and Agnus Dei, with organ and full orchestral accompaniments. The selections from Mercadante's and Gounod's Mass were specially arranged for the orchestra by Mr. J. A. Delany, organist of the Cathedral . . . The congregation of St. Mary's are deeply indebted to Dr. Barsanti for the interest he takes in the progress of the choir . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavius Barsanti (cleric); St. Mary's cathedral (Sydney)

[Advertisement], Freeman's Journal (8 March 1873), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article128810142 

MR. J. A. DELANY, (Organist of St. Mary's Cathedral),
TEACHER of the Organ, Harmonium, Piano forte, and Violin, No. 5, Williams Terrace, Bourke-street, WOOLLOOMOOLOO.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 July 1873), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13320287 

THE SYDNEY CHORAL SOCIETY is now under process of reconstruction under the name of
THE SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY . . . Herr Carl Schmitt, having resigned the musical directorship,
the committee congratulate themselves . . . on having secured the leadership of so able a musician as Mr. A. REA.
J. D. DELANY, Hon. Sec.

ASSOCIATIONs: Alex Rea (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 October 1876), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13381237

MASONIC HALL - Mr. J. A. DELANY'S CONCERT, MONDAY EVENING.

"THE OPERA-HOUSE. THE BOHEMIAN GIRL", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (18 June 1877), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5926013

This house was densely crowded on Saturday night, because there was an unusual attraction presented in the debut of a young singer, Miss Jenny Sharpe, who made her first appearance on the operatic stage as Arline in Balfe's "Bohemian Girl." Miss Sharpes ambition is greater than her talent. She had accorded to her that perfectly fair and encouraging hearing which the good-natured audience of Melbourne always give to a beginner. She made her essay under the most favourable circumstances, but was unsuccessful, and it is not likely that in a company such as that at the Opera house she will again occupy the position of prima donna. We have no positive fault to find with her. She does not sing badly; she speaks correctly, and with a clear voice; her personal appearance is in her favour; and she bore herself throughout the performance in an assured and self-reliant manner, which was very satisfactory to the audience, and quite remarkable in a debutante; but nevertheless she failed to please. She sang "I dreamt that I dwelt in marble halls" in such a manner as to gain an encore, but this was to be expected on her first entry, and was meant on the part of the audience by way of encouragement. After this the audience was very sparing of applause . . .

"GENERAL NEWS", The Daily Telegraph [Sydney, NSW] (16 April 1884), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article237141260 

Mr. J. D. Delany writes: - "Will you kindly permit me to correct a slight mistake that appears in your "summary" of Monday last? - It is there stated that Gounod's Mass was sung at St. Mary's Cathedral yesterday, for the first time in Sydney, with orchestra. Gounod's Mass was sung for the first time in Sydney with organ and full orchestral accompaniment, on Christmas Day, 1872, in the temporary Cathedral, under the conductorship of my son, J. A. Delany, who was then organist and director of the choir at St. Mary's."

"A SAD DEATH", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (11 January 1888), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149490147 

The obituary column of the Melbourne Hospital records the death of Ann Delaney, known to the musical profession as Miss Jenny Sharp, who was admitted on the 19th December last, and departed this life on the following day at the early age of 29. This lady (says the Theatrical Courier) was a native of the colony, and appeared a few years since when very young, under the management of the late W. S. Lyster, as Maritana. She was an excellent vocalist and good musician, but owing to her having contracted a fatal desire for intoxicants, her husband, well known in the musical profession, left her, and took with him one of the children, leaving an infant with the mother, whom he allowed, under a maintenance order, the sum of 30s. per week. From that time she gave up in despair everything in this life that a young and beautiful woman, as she was, should hold dearer than life, and thus, unpitied by her friends, and comparatively forgotten by the world, the ill-spent young life flickered out into the darkness.

No further seek her merits to disclose,
Or draw her frailties from their drear abode,
There they alike in trembling hope repose,
The bosom of her Father and her God.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lyster Opera Company (troupe)

"DEATHS", Freeman's Journal (14 January 1888), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115463467 

DELANY. - December 20, 1887, at Melbourne, the wife of J. A. Delany.

"Mr. John Delany", Table Talk (20 April 1888), 16

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146711851 

MR. John A. Delany, the conductor of the Sydney Liedertafel, was born in London in 1853 [sic], and at the age of two years [sic] arrived in Sydney with his parents. At an early age he manifested a great talent for music, and was placed under the tuition of the late Mr. W. J. Cordner, who thoroughly grounded his young pupil in the science of music and the laws or harmony. After Mr. Cordner's death young Delany was taken in hand by the gifted Mr. Charles S. Packer, and made such marked progress that while yet in his teens his facility in scoring music for an orchestra soon earned him a reputation, and he was eagerly sought after by proprietors of travelling opera companies. When Mr. John Hill was organist at St. Mary's Cathedral, Sydney, he engaged Mr. Delany as deputy, and on his resigning the position, Mr. Delany was elected to succeed him. Shortly afterwards Mr. Delany was engaged by Mr. W. S. Lyster as chorus master for his opera company, and after filling that position for two years he accepted a similar one in Mr. Martin Simonsen's company of which later on he became conductor. On the formal opening of St. Mary's Cathedral, Mr. Delany was engaged to conduct the three days' festival in connection with the ceremonies.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Sandys Packer (musician); John Hill (musician); Martin Simonsen (musician)

"SYDNEY LIEDERTAFEL CONCERT. CAPTAIN COOK, CANTATA", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 December 1888), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13707806

The Sydney Liedertafel Society last evening produced, for the first time, a composition by their conductor, Mr. J. A. Delany, namely a cantata entitled "Captain Cook," the text being by Mr. P. E. Quinn, also of this city. That the society entered con amore into a work possessing such local and particular interest for them may be taken for granted; indeed, the members seemed to consider it their own peculiar property, and throw themselves heart and soul into its performance. The feeling of proprietorship, as it were, will be fully understood, seeing that the cantata was no mere chance composition of their conductor which they were asked by him to bring before the public, but one written for them - written indeed, as we are requested to state, at their own instigation, by direct request . . .

"Deaths', The Sydney Morning Herald (12 April 1894), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13947378 

DELANY - April 11, at his residence, 15 Campbell-street, Camperdown, John Daniel Delany, of heart disease and dropsy.

"Death of Mr. J. D. Delany", Evening News (12 April 1894), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114076203 

Mr. John Daniel Delany, a gentleman well-known in literary and musical circles, and father of Mr. J. A. Delany, organist and choir conductor, died at his residence, Camperdown, yesterday, from heart disease and dropsy, at an advanced age. Mr. Delany was one of the many who narrowly miss making their mark in life, but whom fortuitous circumstances cross just at the moment when success is almost within their grasp. He was a man of very considerable literary ability, and of some musical gifts. He was born in England, and came to New South Wales over a quarter of a century ago. After a short stay in Sydney he went to Newcastle and took the position of editor of the Newcastle Chronicle, which he held for a few years. After wards he purchased the Newcastle Telegraph from the then proprietor, the late Dr. Brookes, and, in conjunction with Mr. Charles Thurlow, conducted the paper under the title of the Newcastle Standard. That journal was distinguished by its ability and outspokenness, but after a few years' existence, rather more merry than wise, it was discontinued, and Mr. Delany returned to Sydney, where he has resided mostly ever since. While carrying on the Newcastle Standard, Mr. Delany, who wielded a singularly caustic and powerful pen, published, first in that journal and afterward in pamphlet form, an amusing satire, in the form of a "native drama," entitled "The Artful Dodger." This squib, which was full of quaint mockery, drollery, and fun, but not without some biting sarcasm, gave great offence to those against whom the satire was directed, and tended to aggravate local party feeling, which ran pretty high at the time, particularly in connection with municipal affairs. It made one half the town laugh and the other half curse, and the cursing half happened to have the upper hand in the local parliament, if they were not numerically the strongest party. While in Newcastle Mr. Delany, as he did wherever he went, took an active part in promoting music, particularly church music, and his fiddle was often heard in the orchestra of his church. Of late years he had occupied a clerical position in the Fisheries Department in Sydney, but increasing years and physical infirmities necessitated his retirement. He was a warm and genial friend, and a good husband and father, and who ever was intimately acquainted with him formed an attachment for him that strengthened with years. He has gone to his rest honored by those who knew him, and deeply regretted by all who had enjoyed his friendship.

"ROMAN CATHOLIC", The Sydney Morning Herald (14 April 1894), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13947671

Mr. John D Delany, who died this week, was for many years connected with St. Mary's Cathedral choir. Mr. J. A Delany, the conductor of the choir, is a son of the deceased.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 April 1896), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28254927 

DELANY. - April 25, at her stepson's residence, 68 Paddington-street, Paddington, of malignant tumour, Mary Gertrude, widow of the late J. D. Delany, aged 59.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (15 May 1907), 1281

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article165392799 

DELANY. - May 11, at Springwood, Cameron-street, Paddington, John A. Delany, aged 56 years.

"The Late J. A. Delany", Freeman's Journal (16 May 1907), 18

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article111277922 

. . . MR. DELANY'S CAREER. Mr. J. A. Delany was born in London of Irish parents, and came to Sydney with his parents when he was a very small boy. He first studied music systematically with Mr. Ellis Taylor, of Newcastle. Afterwards he studied for many years with the late William J. Cordner, then organist of St. Mary's Cathedral, Sydney. Mr. Delany's teacher was organist and conductor of St. Mary's Cathedra! from 1856 until his death in 1870. When old St. Mary's was destroyed by fire in 1865 Mr. Cordner continued as organist in the temporary cathedral until his death a year later (1871). Master Delany was even then a master of the keys of the organ. Amongst others from whom the aspiring youth received valuable instruction and good counsel were John Hill, R.A.M., and Charles Edward Horsley, the famous English composer and conductor, whom Sydney was fortunate enough to have as resident for several years.

Mr. Delany began his professional career at the age of 16 as violinist in the orchestra of the Victoria Theatre, Pitt-street, Sydney, and for many years played in various theatrical and operatic orchestras, thereby gaining experience, and at the same time studying other branches of music. At the age of 20 (1871) Mr. Delany was selected to succeed the brilliant John Hill (who afterwards married Ilma di Murska, the famous singer), as choirmaster at St. Mary's, which position he occupied with distinction for five years. He then became engaged at the Opera House as chorusmaster and pianist in the Lyster Opera Company. At the termination of this engagement he spent several years in travelling with different operatic companies. Mr. Delany returned to Sydney in 1882, when the new Cathedral was opened by the late Archbishop Vaughan, and at the Triduum Mr. Delany acted as conductor, earning distinction in the musical success which it attained. The Triduum March at the three-days' musical festival composed by Mr. Delany was played at the opening and the close of the ceremonies by a large orchestra. A baton of ebony and gold was presented by the united choirs to their conductor. Thomas Banks was then organist at St. Mary's, and Mr. Delany again left Sydney to fill engagements in other places, his last association with opera being as conductor of the Emilie Melville Company at the Bijou Theatre in Melbourne in 1884. Revisiting Sydney in 1885, he was appointed conductor of the Sydney Liedertafel in succession to Max Vogrich; and in the following year accepted the position of musical director at St. Mary's Cathedral. On the death of Mr. N. G. Barnett, who succeeded Mr. Banks, Mr. Delany once more became organist, as well as choirmaster, with Mr. Harry Dawkins as deputy organist. Mr. Delany had had the direction of the music at St. Mary's for 26 years, first under Archbishop Polding, then under Archbishop Vaughan, and since 1885 under his Eminence Cardinal Moran . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ellis Taylor (musician);
see also "THE LATE MR. J. A. DELANY. A REQUIEM HIGH MASS", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 June 1907), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14854768

Musical works:

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search/category/music?l-publictag=John+Albert+Delany+1852-1907 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

Bibliography and resources:

John's notable Australians, who they are and what they do, brief biographies of men and women of the commonwealth by Fred. Johns (Melbourne, &c.: George Robertson & Company, 1906), 58

E. J. Lea-Scarlett, "Delany, John Albert (1852-1907)", Australian dictionary of biography 4 (1972)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/delany-john-albert-3389

Kit Smith, "John Albert Delany: a prince in music", Australasian Catholic Record 82/3 (July 2005), 290-98

https://search.informit.org/doi/10.3316/INFORMIT.972888421242035 (PAYWALL)

John D. Delany, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/149069634 

John Albert Delany, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/197130241 

DELANY, William (William DELANY; William DELANEY; Mr. DELANEY)

Musician, flute player, bandsman, Band of the 96th Regiment, soldier

Born Stepney, London, England, 1810; son of John DELANY
Enlisted (96th regiment), London, England, 24 February 1824 (aged "14")
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 22 September 1841 (per Asia, via Hobart Town)
Arrived Launceston, VDL (TAS) (1), 23 January 1843 (per Pachet, from Sydney)
Married (1) Elizabeth NORRIS, York Street chapel, Launceston, VDL (TAS), 23 August 1846
Departed Launceston, (VDL) TAS, 6 February 1849 (per General Hewit, for India)
Discharged (96th regiment), Chatham, Kent, England, 12 August 1851 (aged "41 years 5 months")
Married (2) Lucy CULLEY, St. Clement's church, Oxford, England, 9 August 1854
Died St. Clement, Oxford, England, 23 April 1861, aged "51"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Delany+1810-1861 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DELANY-William (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 96th Regiment (military)

Documentation:

Pay-list of the 96th Regiment, from 1 April to 30 June 1842; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/9614

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1663483757 (DIGITISED)

PRIVATES . . . 304 / Delany William / Band . . .

"MR. RUSSELL'S CONCERTS", Launceston Advertiser [VDL (TAS)] (12 March 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84769907 

The entertainment on Friday evening last was a musical treat of no ordinary kind. Some members of the 96th band attended, by the kind permission of Colonel Cumberland, and we are gratified to have the opportunity of referring to the very correct and delicate manner in which they gave Bellini's, "A te O Caro," a cavatina, from "Beatrice di Tenda," "Vive Enrico," and a piece arranged from the well known air of "I know a bank;" as well as to the flute solo of Mr. Delaney (one of their number), which was very neatly played . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Wilkins Russell (musician)

1846, marriages in the district of Launceston; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:834106; RGD37/1/5 no 436

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/834106 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-5p248j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 82 / 23rd August / York Street Chapel, Launceston / Will'm Delaney / Age 36 / Military 96th Reg. Corporal /
Eliza'th Norris / 18 / Spinster / . . .

Discharge, William Delany, UK National Archives, WO97/1039/36

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record/browse?id=GBM/WO97/1039/036/001 (PAYWALL)

Her Majesty's 96th Regiment of Foot . . . Cawnpore, 1850 . . .
Discharge of No. 304 William Delany Sergeant . . .
by Trade a Labourer was BORN in the Parish of Stepney in or near the City of London in the County of Middlesex
and was ATTESTED for the Ninety Sixth Regiment of Foot at London . . . on the 24th February 1824 at the Age of Fourteen Years . . .
the SERVICE up to the 30th instant . . . amounts to Twenty Two years and 176 days . . .
during which, he served Abroad Twenty years and 6 months, viz. -
In Bermuda Three years; in Nova Scotia Eight years; in Australia Seven years and 11 months; in Bengal One year and 7 months
. . . his DISCHARGE is proposed in consequence of being unfit for further service . . .
. . . his conduct and character has been very good . . .
Private 23rd Feb'y 1824 [sic] . . . Under age
Private 23rd Feb'y 1828 / to 16 June 1830 / 2 years 114 days
Deserted 17 June 1830 rejoined 26 June 1830 Tried and Sentenced to Six months imprisonment . . . Remitted by Lieut. Gen. Sir. P. Maitland . . .
Private 30 July 1830 / to 31 Dec'r 1843 / 13 years 154 days
Promoted Corporal / 1 January 1844 / to 30 Nov'r 1849 / 5 years 334 days
Promoted Sergeant / 1 Dec'r 1849 / to 30th Sep'r 1850 / 304 days
[TOTAL] / 22 years 176 days
MEDICAL REPORT . . . has been recommended for discharge . . . from length of service and as worn out. He has no disability either from accident of disease . . .
. . . when Discharged the service at Chatham this [12 August 1851] age 41 5/12 years /
4 feet 2 inches / Eyes Grey / Complexion Sallow / Trade Musician

1854, marriage solemnized at the parish church in the parish of St. Clement in the county of Oxford; register 1838-67, page 101; Oxfordshire Family History Society, BOD198_B_43

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/936098:61058 (PAYWALL)

No. 202 / 9 August 1854 / William Delaney / of full age / Widower / Soldier / St. Clement's / [son of] John Delaney / Soldier
Elizabeth Culley / of full age / Spinster / - / North Hincksey / [daughter of] Joseph Culley / Soldier . . .

"AMATEUR THEATRICALS", Oxford University and City Herald (13 January 1855), 10

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000993/18550113/048/0010 (PAYWALL)

In all circles the performance about to given at the Town Hall by the officers of the Oxfordshire Militia in behalf of the Patriotic Fund, form the subject of conversation . . . The programme of the first night's entertainments has been placed in our hands.
We find the performances will commence with the National Anthem, played by the band of the Militia . . .
The whole to conclude with a Burlesque Tragic Opera, by Rhodes, entitled BOMBASTES FURIOSO . . .
A short Fifer - Mr. Delany . . .

"AMATEUR THEATRICALS", Oxford University and City Herald (20 January 1855), 10

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/BL/0000993/18550120/041/0010 (PAYWALL)

The first of the Dramatic Entertainments given by the Officers of the Oxfordshire Militia in aid of the Patriotic Fund, came off at the Town Hall, on Wednesday evening, with great eclat. From the novelty of the thing, the prestige attaching to those who took part in it, and, let us hope, from sincere desire to aid the Fund in behalf of which it was undertaken, occasioned brilliant attendance. The Hall was crowded with the fashion and beauty of the neighbourhood. It would be quite impossible for us attempt to give the names of the hundreds present . . .
[in Bombastes] . . . The army was admirably got up, - drummer, Mr. Gifford, fifer, Mr. Delaney . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Clement in the county of Oxford in the year 1861; register 1856-65, page 52; Oxfordshire Family History Society, BOD198_B_33

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61057/images/BOD198_B_33_030?pId=238962 (PAYWALL)

No. 415 / 1861 Feb. 10 / George Robert [son of] / William & Lucy / Delaney / Caroline St. / Musician . . .

England census, 7 April 1861, St. Clement, Oxford; UK National Archives, RG9/891/46/36

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8767/images/OXFRG9_888_892-0655?pId=11353983 (PAYWALL)

Pettyfers Row / William Delaney / Head / Mar. / 51 / Out Chelsea Pensioner / [born] Bay of Biscay [sic]
Lucy // Wife / 23 // Fred. F. / 4 / [born] Corfu Mediterranean // George R. / 3 months / [born] Oxford St. Clements . . .

"DIED", Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette [England] (27 April 1861), 5

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000989/18610427/059/0005 (PAYWALL)

April 23, in Caroline street, St Clement's, after a short illness, William Delaney, aged 57 years [sic, 51], a member of the band of the University Rifle Corps, and formerly on the staff of the Oxfordshire Militia.

DE LOLLE, Emile ((Emile de LOLLE; Emile DE LOLLE; Mons. DELOLLE)

Musician, professor of music, professor of languages and accomplishments, composer, agent and manager, convicted forger

Born France, 1814 (or 1811, or 1816)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 1855 Active Sydney, NSW, until 1880 or later

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Emile+de+Lolle (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DE-LOLLE-Emile (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (24 November 1855) 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12982206

MAISON FRANÇAISE, 43, Pitt-street North.
Madame DELOLLE has the honour to inform the ladies of Sydney and of its vicinity that she can execute any orders in Millinery, Stays. and Mantles, &c.
She has a choice selection of the present fashions in dresses and millinery, &c., and a most extensive assortment of Parasols and Parisian Corsets, Empress, Nurse, and Riding Stays.

See also, "SYDNEY QUARTER SESSIONS", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (29 March 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251544711 

Sophia Hill was indicted for stealing various articles of wearing apparel the property of Eulalie Collote De Lolle. Verdict, guilty, Sentenced to be imprisoned in Parramatta gaol, with hard labour, for 12 months . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 January 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12983807

TUITION. - Mr. DE LOLLE, Professor of French Language. Apply 43, Pitt-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 June 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12984170 

LANGUAGES - French, Latin, and Greek. Mons, DE LOLLE, 43, Pitt-street, North.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (20 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28635603 

TO RIDE ELEGANTLY. - Private lessons for Ladies. Apply to Mons. DE LOLLE, 43, Pitt-street North.
WANTED, a first-hand Milliner, at Mdme. DE LOLLE'S, Maison Française, Pitt-street.

[Advertisement], Empire (23 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64976973 

NORTH SHORE CLASSICAL, MATHEMATICAL, AND COMMERCIAL ACADEMY. - Mr. G. H. STEVENS informs the inhabitants of the North Shore, Sydney, and the public generally, that the commencement of the last quarter for the present year will begin October 1 . . .
Mons De Lolle, Master for the Languages and Drawing; M. Paling, ditto Pianoforte, Singing, and Dancing . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Paling (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12987360

NEW MUSIC. Composition by Monsieur de Lolle, on SALE at Mr. SANDON'S house, George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Thomas Sandon (bookseller, musicseller)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (23 December 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28633914 

PUBLIC NOTICE. - Monsieur de LOLLE begs to inform the public that he is not responsible for any debts contracted by the person calling herself Madame de LOLLE (Maison Française, 202, George-street), which name she is not authorised to bear.

"ANOTHER ACCIDENT IN THE SOUTH HEAD ROAD", Empire (22 March 1858), 5

ttp://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60423337

Yesterday morning, as Mr. Allen, the solicitor, and Mr. De Lolle, a professor of the French language, were returning from the South Head-road in a mail cart, the animal they were driving became restive, and the Professor was thrown out with considerable violence, and received some severe injuries about the head. The attendance of Dr. Woodcock was soon after obtained, and, we are glad to hear that his report is favourable . . .

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. Wednesday [16 June]", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 June 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13010374

Emile De Lolle appeared before the Court, under a writ of habeas corpus, to answer an information filed by John Stirling, Chief Inspector of Distilleries, for having, on the 30th April last, at Bondi, in the police district of Sydney, made use of an illicit still, contrary to the 3rd clause of the 13th Victoria, No. 27. Mr. Brenan conducted the prosecution.
On the 30th April, in consequence of information, the Collector of Customs proceeded to a house at Bondi, occupied by a man named Vadetti, in search of an illicit still, and in the cellar he found one, not in actual work, but quite hot, and in the worm a small quantity of spirit; while Colonel Gibbes was there, Mons. De Lolle came to the house, who was represented by Vadetti as merely a casual visitor, and having nothing to do with the premises; Colonel Gibbes seized the still and apprehended Vadetti, for having in his possession an illicit still. Subsequently, however, Vadetti was released from custody, he having made affidavit that (although the premises were rented by him) a person named Maro was the principal in the affair, occasionally assisted by De Lolle, but that, as the undertaking had not resulted favourably, Maro had gone away. Upon this information Vadetti was released, and De Lolle apprehended, taken before a Judge, and committed to gaol (in default of bail) for one month, to answer such charge under the Distillery Regulation Act as may be brought against him. M. De Lolle, therefore, now appeared in Court on habeas corpus. Vadetti made deposition to the effect above stated. Defendant denied having had anything to do with Maro, except that he (Maro) was sometimes a passenger in the mail cart driven by him (defendant), and that he carried packages also, but of their contents he had no knowledge.
Their Worships found defendant guilty, having, according to the evidence, acted in concert with the principal he was equally liable for the violation of the law. To pay a penalty of £500, or to be imprisoned twelve calendar months.

[Advertisement], Empire (6 July 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63133916 

AVIS - EDUCATIONAL ESTABLISHMENT for Young Ladies, Boarders, and Day Pupils. -
The Misses PURCELL (assisted by competent professors, will OPEN their establishment,
Elizabeth-street, corner of Liverpool-street, Hyde Park, on JULY, 18th instant.
Their system comprises a sound English Education, the ancient and modern languages, with other accomplishments.
Masters - Monsieur Emile de Lolle, B.A., of the University of Paris, French, Latin, and Drawing.
Mr. C. Kriegsmann, from the Academy of Music in Hanover, pianoforte and singing . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Caspar Kriegsmann (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 October 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13088706

MONS. DE LOLL is requested to call immediately upon Madame BOULANGER, at her residence, 106, Elizabeth-street, to settle the accounts of his late agency for her concert.

ASSOCIATIONS: Kate Boulanger (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 October 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13089290 

ANSWER. - Madame BOULANGER is requested by Mons. De LOLLE to call upon Mr. Deane, his solicitor, Elizabeth-street, for settlement.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Deane (musical amateur, solicitor)

"ACCIDENT", Empire (7 November 1864), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60556473 

About five o'clock on Saturday afternoon [5 November], Monsieur De Lolle, music instructor, had a leg broken on the Newtown-road by a servant of Mr. Bown, of Barwon Park, driving against him. He was removed to the Infirmary on Saturday evening, and the servant was taken into custody for furious driving.

See also "CENTRAL POLICE COURT. MONDAY [7 November]", Empire (8 November 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60556698 

Henry Cannon, in the service of Mr. T. J. Bown, was brought up for carelessly driving a horse and cart . . . (Mons De Lolle is in the Infirmary; and the fracture is of so serious a nature that his life is despaired of).

"POLICE GLEANINGS", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Chronicle (15 April 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65463339

Henry Cannon was charged with having endangered the life and limbs of Mons. Emile de Lolle, professor of music and French, by careless driving. This was rather a cue-rious accident. Complainant was riding in the direction of Sydney, accompanied by a Mr. Bates. In turning his horse and cart, the shaft of defendant's vehicle cannoned against Mr. de Lolle's leg, and the effect of this "fluke" was, that complainant was confined to the Infirmary for five months. He had to undergo an operation, and a large piece of bone was extracted from his leg.
In cross-examination, by Mr. Roberts, stated that he could not be sure whether it was the shaft or the wheel by which he was struck, but admitted that, were it the wheel, he thought it probable defendant could not perceive he had run foul of him. Mr. Roberts, for the defence, maintained that the defendant was apprehended by a member of the police force who neither saw the accident, nor was in possession of a warrant for his apprehension, and that such being the case, he (Cannon) was illegally detained.
The proceeding was irregular, as no information has been laid giving their Worships jurisdiction as required by the City Port and Hamlets Act, and which Act furthermore, states, "that no person shall be convicted for any offence contrary to the provisions of the Act, after the expiration of one month from the time when such offence shall have been committed."
The magistrates were bound to admit the force of these objections, and the prisoner was discharged.
Mr. de Lolle has a civil remedy for the uncivil conduct of Mr. Cannon in cannonading his pins, and it will be a good stroke for him if the ready already made by Cannon goes into his pocket. At any rate, if he brings his action, it is merely a game at "hazard."

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (3 February 1866), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13125799

AVIS. - Thank to the good care of the excellent Doctor Nathan, I have the happiness to find my health sufficiently established, and now to be able to resume my professional duties.
I am honoured with the highest references and testimonials, if, indeed, my reputation should not already be a sufficient recommendation.
EMILE DE LOLLE, B.A., University of Paris.
Sydney, 1st February, 1866.
N.B. - Professor of languages and accomplishments.
*** Letters addressed to Mons. de Lolle, No. 156, Liverpool-street East, will receive immediate attention, and pupils will be attended at their own residences.
Terms, subject to private arrangement.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Nathan (physician, surgeon, musical amateur)

"THE LATE PRINCE DE CONDE", Sydney Mail (2 June 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166665920 

H. R. H. Louis d'Orleans, Prince de Conde - the young Prince who died on Thursday night, 24th May, at Petty's Hotel, Church-hill . . .
THE FUNERAL. On the morning of 28th May . . . CHIEF MOURNERS . . . Monsieur de Lolle, Count de La Borde, ex-officer of the Staff of ex-King Louis Philippe . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louis d'Orleans (deceased); Louis Philippe (ex-king of France)

"CENTRAL CRIMINAL COURT. SATURDAY [15 June]", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 June 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13259243

Emile De Lolle was brought before the Court by detective Camphin, who deposed that last night he apprehended him in execution of a warrant, in which he is charged with having feloniously uttered to one John Smith a forged cheque.
He said that he received the cheque from a Mr. Kriegsman, and that being post dated, the cab-man had no right to present it until the 19th June.
John Smith, cabman, deposed that on the 11th June he received from prisoner, in payment of a fare of 15s., the cheque produced, and told him to present it at the bank the next day, and he would meet him at Williams's Hotel to receive the balance; it is a cheque drawn on the Commercial Bank, by C. Kreigsman, for payment of £6 6s.; presented the cheque as directed, and received it back marked "no account"; went to Williams's, according to appointment, but prisoner was not there; he said that he received the cheque from a person named Kreigsman for three months' tuition in music.
Carlo Kriegsman, professor of music, deposed that the cheque is not his, nor written by his authority, if intended for his it is a forgery; has no account at the Commercial Bank, nor does he know any person in Sydney besides himself of the name of Kreigsman. Committed for trial at the Central Criminal Court. Bail allowed in £100 and two sureties in £50 each.

ASSOCIATIONS: Caspar Kriegsmann (as see 6 July 1863 above); see also "THE WEEK", The Irish Citizen (22 June 1872), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article258897582 

Emile De Lolle (known amongst Bohemians as M. le Comte de la Borde) was brought before the Court on Saturday . . .

"Central Criminal Court . . . FORGERY AND UTTERING", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (17 August 1872), 214

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article162662559 

Emile De Lolle was indicted for that he did, on the 11th June, feloniously forge a certain warrant or order for the payment of £6 6s.; a second count charged the prisoner with uttering the same well knowing it to be forged. Prisoner pleaded not guilty, and was undefended. The jury, without retiring, found prisoner guilty, and he was sentenced to two years' imprisonment.

Admission register, Darlinghurst Gaol, 1872-80; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/6203:1783 (PAYWALL)

No. 471 / Prisoner's Name - Emile De Lolle / Admitted 14 Aug't 1872 / Number on Gaol Register - 2378/72
Born France / 1814 / Arrived by Ship Constance 1854 / Professor of Languages / R. Catholic / Read & Write / Hair Gray & bald / Eyes Gray / 5 ft 5 1/2 . . .
Prison History: C. P. Office / 6 Dec'r 1871 / Refusing to pay cab fare / 4 days imprisonment
Supreme Court / 13 Aug't 1872 / Forgery / 2 yrs labor
C. P Office / 1 July 1880 / Refusing to pay Cab fare / 1 month conf.

But see also, Description book, 1871-72; State Records Authority of NSW, 2523, 4/6313

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/102951:1783 (PAYWALL)

2377 / Emile de Dolle / [per] Constance / 1854 / France / Cath. / Teacher / 61 [i.e. born 1811] / 5ft 7 in [sic] . . .

"Return of prisoners discharged free since last publication", New South Wales Police Gazette (14 June 1874), 181

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251604031 

[Gaol] Port Macquarie / [Name] Emile De Lolle / [Offence] Forgery / [Sentence] 2 years hard labour / [Tried] 13 Aug., 1872, Sydney Q.S. / [Native place] France / [Trade] Teacher / [Year of Birth] 1816 [sic] / [Height] 5 ft. 5 1/2 ins. / [complexion] fair / [hair] white / [eye] grey / . . . / [ship] Constance

Bibliography and resources:

Catherine Bishop, "A 'virtual walk' down Pitt Street in 1858: uncovering the hidden women workers of colonial Sydney", in Melanie Nolan (ed.), Labour history and its people: the 12th Biennial National Labour History Conference, Australian National University 15-17 September 2011 (Canberra: Australian Society for the Study of Labour History (ASSLH), 2011), (116-43), 119, and 136 note 21

https://labourhistorycanberra.org/2015/02/2011-asslh-conference-a-virtual-walk-down-pitt-street-in-1858 

DELPLANQUE, Louis (Louis DELPLANQUE; Mr. L. DEPLANQUE)

Musician, violinist, dancing master, teacher of violin, dancing and gymnastics

Born London, England, c. 1836; son of Louis Marie DELPLANQUE (c. 1813-1882) and Elizabeth Ann WILSON (? d. 1836)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 21 July 1857 (per Essex, from Gravesend, 18 April, aged "21")
Died Sydney, NSW, 1 August 1923, aged "87/88"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Louis+Delplanque+c1836-1923 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DELPLANQUE-Louis (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Louis Delplanque was born in London in about 1836, a son of Louis Marie Delplanque (c. 1813-1882), dancing master, and his first wife, Elizabeth Ann Wilson, who had married at St. George's, Hanover Square, on 28 December 1833. At the time of the 1851 census, Louis junior, aged 15, was living with his father and his second wife, Fanny (Frances) Hendon (married at St. Mary, Ealing, in 1842).

ASSOCIATIONS: His uncle Sulpice Delplanque (1818-1896), also a dancing master, took over the practice of the late William Benning St. Albin (c. 1796-1853), of Chester, at the latter's death in 1853; St. Albin's son, Edmund St. Albin, was briefly in Melbourne c. 1852-53.

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Morning Post [London, England] (3 April 1850), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000174/18500403/002/0001 (PAYWALL)

REMOVAL. - Monsieur DELPLANQUE begs to announce to his Pupils and Friends he has changed his residence from 75, Baker-street, to 37, GLOUCESTER-PLACE, Portman-square.

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Marylebone, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1488/275/20

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1488_1488-0122 (PAYWALL)

37 Gloucester Place / Louis Delplanque / Head / Mar. / 38 / Professor of Dancing / [born] Boulogne sur Mer
Fran[ce]s [Delplanque] / Wife / Mar. / 38 / - / [born] Surrey Richmond
L. [Delplanque] / Son / - / 15 / Scholar / [born] London

Names and descriptions of passengers per Essex, from Gravesend, 18 April 1857, for Port Phillip; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B05F129-F96C-11E9-AE98-27F6998F8082?image=53 (DIGITISED)

Steerage . . . Del Planque Louis / 21 / English . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (31 July 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7136253

DANCING and Deportment. - Under the Patronage of His Excellency the Governor of Melbourne,
M. LOUIS DELPLANQUE begs to inform the Nobility and Gentry of Melbourne, Toorak, St. Kilda, Richmond, Brighton, and Collingwood,
that he Gives LESSONS in DANCING and DEPORTMENT.
For particulars apply at Joseph Wilkie's, Collins-street east.

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (16 February 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154857485 

SCOTCH COLLEGE, EASTERN HILL MELBOURNE.
Principal - Alexander Morrison, A.M. . . .
Dancing and Gymnastics - Mr. Louis Delplanque
Vocal Music - Mr. Walter Bonwick
Instrumental music: Piano - Mr. Charles Bial
Violin - Mr. Louis Delplanque . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alexander Morrison (principal); Walter Bonwick (musician); Charles Bial (musician)

[Advertisemeny], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (11 January 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13010473 

CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL, MELBOURNE . . .
Principal: Rev. J. E. BROMBY, D.D. . . .
Piano and Singing - HENRY KING
Dancing and Violin - LOUIS DELPLANQUE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Edward Bromby (principal); Henry John King (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 October 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5689518 

LADIES' COLLEGE, 23 and 26 Victoria-parade, Collingwood.
Principals, Mr. and Mrs. VIEUSSEUX. The subjoined CLASSES MEET as follows: -
Natural science, Mondays, Dr. Macadam.
Elocution, Wednesdays, Mr. T. P. Hill.
Dancing, Wednesdays, Mr. L. Delplanque . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis and Julie Vieusseux (principals)

"DEATHS", The Argus (10 August 1923), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2006587

DELPLANQUE. - Louis Delplanque, late of Melbourne, in his 88th year.

"St. Kilda. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Age (23 July 1938), 5 (The Age literary supplement)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article205129694 

. . . having passed "Apple Tommys" shop on the right, I come to Johnston's chemist, shop - a very nice one it was; then, next door, was a dancing academy, run by a Frenchman named Delplanque, and a fashionable enterprise it was too. On the opposite side was a drinking fountain, in the angle of St. Kilda-road . . .
Yours, &c., JOHN CUMMING, Windsor.

See also Cumming's previous letter, "St. Kilda in Sixties. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Age (28 May 1938), 6 (The Age literary supplement)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article206960604 

Other sources:

The Curaçoa polka, musical souvenir of the first vicit to Melbourne of H.M.S.S. Curaçoa, Commodore Sir William Wiseman, September, 1864, composed and arranged for the pianoforte by F. Litolff (Melbourne: R. J. Paling, 1864); cover inscribed: "Louis Delplanque with respects from the Composer"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/20316200 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKmLWDyPdM (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Litolff (composer); Richard John Paling (publisher, musicseller)

Letter from William Johnson, Analytical Chemist, to Town Clerk, Prahran, re asphalting in front of his property at 18-20 Punt Road, Prahran [cnr. of Nelson and Punt Roads]; Stonnington History Centre

NOTE: William and Mrs. Johnson, with son Mellard, lived and worked at this address from 1853-1900. They let No. 20 to a dancing master - L. Delplanc [Delplanque?] for about 20 years. The building was later let to George Nicholas, who first manufactured Aspro there. The building was demolished in 1968 to make way for the Dandenong Road overpass.

DEL SARTE, Camille (Camille DEL SARTE; DELSARTE) see main page Camille DEL SARTE

DE MATTOS, Faustino (Antonio Faustino DE MATTOS; de MATTOS) = Faustino de MATTOS

DEMEREST, George Washington (George Washington DEMEREST; George W. DEMEREST; G. W. DEMEREST; "little DEMEREST"; DEMAREST)

Minstrel, serenader, dancer, gymnast, professor of gymnastics, acrobat, member of the San Francisco Minstrels

Born ? USA, ? c. 1835
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 15 November 1857 (per Jacatra, from San Francisco, 15 September)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 26 July 1861 (per Grecian Queen, for Mauritius)
Died at sea (drowned) off Cape St. Mary, Madagascar, 24 December 1861

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Washington+Demerest+d1861 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEMEREST-George-Washington (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

USA (to 11 September 1857):

"LIST OF ARRIVALS AT THE HOTELS", Daily evening star [Washington, DD, USA] (28 March 1854), 4

https://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/lccn/sn83045461/1854-03-28/ed-1/seq-4

Empire Hotel - S. HEFLEBOWER . . .
G. W. Demerest, Va [Virginia]; T. C. Campbell, do; T. P. Pendergast, do; W. W. Newcomb, do; D. W. Bryant, do; G. T. Paton, do; J. R. Martin, do

ASSOCIATIONS: Dan Bryant (minstrel, serenader)

[Advertisement], New Orleans daily crescent [La., USA] (27 December 1854), 3

https://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/lccn/sn82015753/1854-12-27/ed-1/seq-3 

THE "CAMPBELLS ARE COMING" - AT ODD FELLOWS' HALL -
MONDAY EVENING, January 1, 1855 - Positively One Week only -
The old and original CAMPBELLS are still comprised of the following versatile talent, viz:
F. B. PENDERGART, DAN BRYANT, S. E. CLARK, HERSCHELL FENTON,
J. H. BURDETT, J. H. ROSS, G. S. FOWLER, G. W. DEMEREST, W. W. NEWCOMB, FRANK BEELER . . .

[Advertisement], Sangamo Journal / Illinois State Journal [USA] (8 May 1855), 3

https://idnc.library.illinois.edu/?a=d&d=SJO18550508.2.51 

THE CAMPBELLS ARE COMING! AT METROPOLITAN HALL, FOR THREE NIGHTS ONLY.
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY Nights, May 8th, 9th and 10th.
BRYANT, PENDERGAST, and NEWCOMB'S, original Campbell Minstrels, now consists of the following array of talent:
F. B. Pendergast, Dan. Bryant, W. W. Newcomb, J. H. Burdett, S. E. Clark, Herschell Fenton, G. S. Fowler, Frank Beeler, G. W. Demerest, J. H. Ross . . .

"AMUSEMENTS . . . MAGUIRE'S OPERA HOUSE", Daily Alta California [San Francisco, CA, USA] (26 January 1857), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18570126.2.8

The performance this evening, at this favorite place of amusement, will consist of songs, choruses, banjo solos, "views a foot" by Demerest, and the comic representation of "Sambo's dream," or Billy Birch in his glory. Go and listen to the music, and laugh at their jokes.

ASSOCIATIONS: Billy Birch (minstrel, serenader); Thomas Maguire (proprietor)

[Advertisement], Sacramento Daily Union [CA, USA] (27 June 1857), 3

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18570627.2.14.1 

FORREST THEATER. Under the management of W. BIRCH, R. M. HOOLEY and S. A. WELLS . . .
ORIGINAL AND WELL KNOWN SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS, Whose success in California has been without a parallel, will have the honor of giving a few of their Unrivalled representations, Commencing on TUESDAY EVENING, June 30th, 1857, Being positively their Farewell Visit To this city, prior to their LEAVING CALIFORNIA . . . On the opening night will be presented the wonderful and laughable Pantomime entitled MOTHER GOOSE; Or, Harlequin and the Golden Egg. Clown - Billy Birch; Harlequin - G. W. Demarest; Pantaloon - Sam Wells; Columbine - N. Lothian . . .

"RESUME OF SAN FRANCISCO NEWS . . . SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10" Sacramento Daily Union (11 September 1857), 3

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18570911.2.13 

. . . Theatrical amusements are duller here at present than at any time since their inauguration in California. The Minstrels only, are now playing, and they draw but indifferent houses. Mr. C. E. Bingham had a benefit last night at the American, but barely paid expenses. Two of the minstrels, Burbank and Demerest, leave for Australia to-morrow . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Otto N. Burbank (minstrel, serenader)

Sydney, NSW (15 November 1857 to 27 January 1858):

A list of the crew and passengers, arrived in the ship Jacatra, from the Port of San Francisco to Sydney, 15 November 1854; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1490174:1210 (PAYWALL)

. . . Mr. Barban [Burbank] / Cabin // [Mr]. Demerest / Cabin . . .

"SHIPPING. ARRIVALS", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (16 November 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13003056 

November 15 - Jacatra, ship, 348 tons, Captain McToldridge, from San Francisco 15th September. Passengers . . . Messrs. . . . Burbank, Deverest . . . and 29 in the steerage . . .

See also "[ADVERTISEMENT.] TO CAPTAIN MR. TOLDRIDGE, SHIP JACATRA", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (19 December 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60263084 

"ARRIVAL OF MUSICAL TALENT", Empire (16 November 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60264716 

By the Jacatra, from San Francisco, Mr. O. N. Burbank, formerly so well-known in Sydney as one of the Backus Minstrels, has arrived; he is accompanied by Mr. Demerest, another Ethiopian serenader of established talent. Both these gentlemen are about to make a professional tour through the colonies, and will shortly make their appearance before a Sydney audience in conjunction with other artistes.

ASSOCIATIONS: Backus Minstrels (troupe, toured Australia 1855-56)

[Advertisement], Empire (23 November 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60260756 

G. W. DEMEREST, the celebrated Burlesque and Fancy Dancer, will make his first appearance with the San Francisco Minstrels, at the Royal' Hotel, on WEDNESDAY EVENING, November 25.
BURBANK, the Champion Danoer of America, is now connected with the San Francisco Minstrels, and will make his first appearance on WEDNESDAY EVENING, November 25, at the Royal Hotel.

ASSOCIATIONS: San Francisco Minstrels (troupe, Australian iteration); Royal Hotel (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], Empire (28 November 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60265494 

OUR LYCEUM. - CHANGE OF MANAGEMENT. -
SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS. Stage Manager, O. A. BURBANK. Musical Director, D. F. BOLEY.
Ballet and Dancing Divertissement under the Direction of G. W. DEMEREST.
Commencement of the Summer Season. - Production of new and original Burlesques, Dancing, &c.
MONDAY EVENING, November 30th, and during the week, grand and attractive Entertainment;
concluding with the renowned Burlesque, of the HUNCHBACK;
Doors open at 7, to commence at quarter to 8 precisely.
Boxes, 3s.; Stalls, 2s.; Pit, 1s.; Gallery, 6d.; half-price to Boxes and Stalls at 9 o'clock.
CHARLES V. HOWARD, Agent.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dorrel Fair Boley (minstrel); Charles V. Mason alias Howard (manager); Lyceum Theatre (Sydney venue)

"SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS, ROYAL HOTEL", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 December 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28633668 

This troupe of serenaders commenced their novel entertainment on Wednesday evening [25 November], to a tolerably numerous audience. Their performances were successful, and drew forth loud applause. In the first division of the programme, (consisting of three parts), the song "We are coming, Mary," by D. F. Boley, and a sentimental composition, entitled "Lilly Bell," formed a pleasing contrast to the ludicrous melodies so characteristically given by Messrs. O. N. Burbank, J. M. Foans, and Carson. This latter gentleman received the first encore of the evening, in a new [REDACTED] song called "Wasn't that a pull back." The novelty of the entertainment was in the second part of the programme, which introduced Mr. G. W. Demerest, whose imitation of Fanny Elsler forms an important feature in the terpsichorean divertisement. Although a burlesque, it is replete with interest. Mr. Burbank, late of the Bacchus Minstrels, gave his well-known Rattlesnake Jig, and with Mr. Demerest danced the Drum Polka. In the comic song of "The Blue Tail Fly," Mr. Dave Carson is worthy of notice for his clever imitation of the teasing insect, with its bold humming sound. The melange terminated with a scene depicting a plantation festival. The minstrels have taken the Lyceum, in York-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Milton Foans (minstrel); Dave Carson (minstrel); Fanny Elssler (Austrian ballet dancer, her "Pas de fascination")

"LYCEUM THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald (7 December 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13003668 

The San Francisco Minstrels have drawn great houses to witness their performances. The dancing of Messrs. Burbank and Demerest appears to be the principal feature of attraction. This evening the company announce a burlesque scene from Hamlet, on which occasion Mr. Burbank will sustain the character of the Prince of Denmark.

[Advertisement], Empire (14 December 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60263375 

OUR LYCEUM. - San Francisco Minstrels. - New and startling features for THIS EVENING. - Tambourine Dance Le Esmeralda (new), G. W. DEMEREST . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: La Esmeralda (ballet)

"LYCEUM THEATRE - THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", The Sydney Morning Herald (2 January 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13004636 

The amusements provided by this troups of serenaders have consisted of a succession of novelties, musical, terpsichorean, and pantomimic. The dancing of Messrs. Demerest and Burbank is nightly encored, and the vocal parts of the entertainments are well supported by Messrs. Boley, Foans, Florence, Burbank, and Leslie. The new pantomime, entitled Sam Patchino, affords ample opportunities for the exercise of that peculiar talent possessed in so eminent a degree by Mr. G. W. Demerest. The ballet performances of this gentleman are as light and graceful as those of a feminine proficient in the "poetry of motion."

ASSOCIATIONS: J. Florence (vocalist); Harry Leslie (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 January 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28634147 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. - San Francisco Minstrels. - Last appearance of Burbank and Demerest's Minstrels. THIS EVENING (Tuesday), as they leave for Melbourne, to-morrow. New programme, see small bills.

"SHIPPING RECORD", Empire (28 January 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60266374 

CLEARANCES. - JANUARY 27. TELEGRAPH, steamer, 500 tones, I. J. Warner, for Melbourne. Passengers . . . Mr. G. W. Demerest . . . and 37 in the steerage.

Melbourne, VIC (30 January to 20 February 1858):

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (3 February 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154857602 

OLYMPIC THEATRE. - Wednesday, February 3rd. First appearance of Burbank and Demerest's, celebrated San Francisco Minstrels. Doors open at 7 to commence at 8 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Olympic Theatre (Melbourne venue)

Launceston and Hobart, TAS (24 February to mid April 1858):

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

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

IMPORTANT NOTICE. - Burbank and Demerest's unrivalled MINSTRELS will arrive in the "Queen," from Melbourne, and shortly appear. CHARLES V. HOWARD, Agent.

"PUBLIC AMUSEMENTS. SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (8 March 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2461977 

BURBANK and DEMEREST'S corps of Minstrels, from San Francisco, have arrived here via Sydney and Melbourne, and open at the Theatre Royal this evening in one of their Ethiopian Drawing room entertainments. Report speaks in the most favourable terms of the performances of this company, several of whom are old favourites in Hobart Town.

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Hobart venue)

"THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", The Tasmanian Daily News [Hobart Town, TAS] (10 March 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199791650 

These very amusing performers gave their second entertainment last evening at the Theatre Royal. We regretted to observe that the house was not well filled, but it must have been some gratification to the performers to perceive that their efforts were well appreciated . . . Messrs. Demerest and Burbank enacted the parts of master and pupil in a dancing lesson, the latter, assuming, the character of a French dancing master, whilst the former, dressed as a lady, was his pupil. We have already, in our notice of the first night's performance, alluded to the very successful personation by Mr. Demerest of the character of a danseuse, and can only add now that, forgetting only a certain masculine appearance about the face, it would have been impossible to have discovered that Mr. Demerest was indeed a male . . .

"THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (3 April 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65731856 

This very talented company, notwithstanding the powerful attraction of Mr. Brooke at the Theatre Royal, have been patronized by an audience sufficiently numerous to remunerate two or three performers, but not such a company as that of Messrs. Burbank and Demerest. For genuine amusement, consisting of the richest burlesque acting, singing, and dancing, no place can excel the Cornwall Assembly Rooms, while the Minstrels remain. Whether the piece be "The Blue Tail Fly" by Carson, "Sally is de Gal for me" by Boley and Carson, the "Pas de Instruction" by Burbank and Demerest, or any other of the numerous selections on the programme, the audience are delighted . . . We may also mention that, this is positively the last of their entertainments in Launceston, as the Minstrels leave on Monday . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (visiting actor); Cornwall Assembly Rooms (Launceston venue)

Ballarat and regional VIC (April to October 1858):

"THE CHARLIE NAPIER", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (20 April 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66047650 

Last night the Burbank and Demerest Serenaders made their first appearance at this theatre, and were well received by a crowded house. Though by no means a novel entertainment, the change is a seasonable relief, and no small share of amusement was derived from witnessing the hearty laughter and apparently genuine pleasure the multitude seemed to experience while witnessing the drolleries of the newcomers. The antiquity of the jokes, and the similarity of many of the impersonations deprived them of none of their zest, and although at times a scene or two was wiredrawn, and a trial to the patience of those accustomed to witness the feats of sable serenaders, we must not be too particular for the sake of the novelties they introduce. Much of the pantomime and burlesque displayed by these gentlemen are excellent of their kind, and the dances are a curiosity in their way . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlie Napier Theatre (Ballarat venue)

"MONTEZUMA THEATRE", The Star (9 June 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66048558 

Burbank and Demerest's San Francisco Minstrels have, after a very successful tour through the lesser goldfields, returned to Ballarat for a short visit of five nights, and are now performing at the Montezuma Theatre . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Montezuma Theatre (Ballarat venue); they had performed at Maryborough, Castlemaine, and for the first time at Bendigo, where they would shortly return

Bendigo, VIC (October 1858 to . . . ):

"SHAMROCK CONCERT HALL", Bendigo Advertiser (4 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87983963 

Saturday evening, as is the usual case, shewed a good attendance at the Shamrock Hall, where the brothers Kohler and the San Francisco Minstrels entertained their audience to the full worth of their money . . . We hear that Demerest, who was formerly performing with this company, has arrived, and will take part in this evening's entertainment.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard and John Wildblood Kohler (musicians); Shamrock Concert Hall (Bendigo venue)

"SHAMROCK THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (1 November 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87984582 

. . . The performance of Mr. Demerest as Pongo, the mischievous monkey, is really most amusing . . .

"SHAMROCK THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (3 November 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87984639 

The clever troupe of San Francisco Minstrels at the Shamrock Theatre still retain their popularity, and, despite the other amusements in Sandhurst, are extensively patronised. The real cause appears to be that they nightly change the programme of songs and dances. A person may visit them every nignt without being wearied by a repetition . . . The dancing by Demerest and Burbank is not the least talented portion of the entertainment. Demerest, a la Cerito or Strebinger, executing the most light and graceful pas . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Therese Strebinger (dancer also active in Bendigo); Fanny Cerrito (Italian dancer)

"THE SHAMROCK THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (14 April 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87988366 

The enterprising spirit of the proprietors of the Shamrock, which appears to actuate them in catering for the amusement of the Bendigonians, and in providing entertainments totally regardless of all cost, deserves the support of the public. The ballet company and the Minstrels form one of the strongest and most attractive that has been there for some time. Last night a pretty and amusing little ballet called "Diana and the Satyr" was performed by Mdlle. Therese, the sisters Worell, M. Schmidt, and Mr. Demerest, and was received with great applause . . . An interlude, sustained by the Minstrels and Mr. Chambers, jun., was warmly applauded, and a grand "ballet divertissement" concluded a first class entertainment.

ASSOCIATIONS: Therese and Mons. Schmidt (dancers); Worrell sisters (dancers); Joseph Chambers junior (dancer)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (18 November 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87993580 

SANDHURST GYMASIUM, Late Mercury Printing Office, Hargreaves-street, Near the London Mart.
Under the direction of G. W. Demerest, WILL be Opened on Monday Evening, November 28th, 1859.
Professors are engaged to Instruct Pupils in the Foils, Broadswords, Gloves, Jumping, Running, Dumb Bells, Trapeze's, Perpendicular and Parallel Swinging Bars, &c., &c.
Subscription Tickets, L.1 per month, payable in advance. Single lesson, 2s.
Subscription tickets to be had at the Gymnasium, and of Mr. Nathan, Haymarket Hotel.

"THE GYMNASIUM", Bendigo Advertiser (7 December 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87994023 

We are glad to find that our acrobatic friend, little Demerest, has opened the premises recently occupied by the Mercury as a Hall of Science, the gentleman referred to occupying the position of Maitre d' Armes; and we understand that a number of young gentlemen attend nightly to profit by the teachings of the Professor and the results of their practice. The "fixins" of the establishment are very complete, and we would recommend all lovers of manly sports to pay Demerest a visit.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (31 January 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87941398 

THE First Grand Fancy Dress and Masquerade Ball to be given to the members, patrons and friends of the Sandhurst Quadrille Club, to take place on Tuesday evening, January 31, at the Sandhurst Gymnasium . . . Dresses to be obtained from Mr. Demerest, at the Gymnasium, or Mr. J. Chambers, Shamrock Hotel.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (2 March 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87942093 

SATURDAY, 3rd MARCH - AT 3 O'CLOCK.
IN THE INSOLVENT ESTATE OF G. W. DEMEREST, PROFESSOR OF GYMNASTICS, HARGREAVES STREET, LATE MERCURY PRINTING OFFICE.
MR. E. CATON ROTHWELL will sell by auction, on Saturday, 3rd March, at 8 o'clock,
Foils, masks, broad-swords, boxing-gloves, weights, dumb-bells, bars, rings, ladders, shower baths, bar furniture, glasses, measures, and twelve lamps, with sundries. No Reserve.

"LYCEUM THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (5 March 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87942166 

. . . To night, an original and colonially manufactured drama, entitled "The Rebel Chief" will be produced for the first time. Demerest, late of the San Francisco Minstrels, is also announced to appear to-night for the first time here.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lyceum Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"INSOLVENT COURT. TUESDAY, MARCH 13 . . . FIRST AND ONLY MEETINGS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 March 1860), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5678831 

Meetings were held in the following estates, but in none of them did anything of public importance transpire: . . . George Washington Demerest . . .

"THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", Bendigo Advertiser (14 April 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87943050 

We have to call the attention of the public to the announcement in another portion of our columns that this corps of sable melodists will make their final appearance on Bendigo, to-night, at the Lyceum Theatre. Since their first appearance at the Shamrock, now nearly two years ago, there have been few companies of public performers who have earned such a reputation for their humorous and numerous talents of singing, dancing, and burlesque performances, as this troupe. Each and all of them have made themselves favourites with the public, and whether it be the genuinely comic humor of Carson, the inimitable dancing of Burbank, the banjo playing and singing of Boley, the talent of Chittenden as a violinist, or the clever travestied ballet dancing of Demerest, the San Francisco Minstrels will be for a long time favourably remembered, and their absence regretted; and we only hope that a good attendance to-night at their farewell benefit will enable them to carry with them substantial marks of the public appreciation. We hear that the Minstrels intend proceeding to Adelaide, thence to Sydney, from which place they will probably proceed on a visit to India.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Chittenden junior (musician)

Adelaide, SA (24 April to 1 July 1860):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (25 April 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49890853 

Tuesday, April 24 - The steamer Havilah, 337 tons, McFie. master, from Melbourne April 21, Portland April 22 . . . Passengers . . . Mrs. Boley, Messrs. D. F. Boley, O. N. Barbank, T. B. Brower, G. W. Demerest, G. Chittenden, Dave, and Carson, in the cabin . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Palmer Brower (minstrel)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", South Australian Register (30 April 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49892052 

This place of amusement, which has been closed for the last few months, was opened on Saturday evening, when a company bearing the designation of the San Francisco Minstrels made their debut. There was a very numerous and respectable assemblage present to witness the performances. On the first entrance of the minstrels, who are six in number, they were greeted with a round of applause, which was quickly succeeded by hearty bursts of merriment, produced by the ludicrous appearance of two of the company, who had donned the garb and assumed the deportment of American [REDACTED]s, and to such a degree did they sustain their characters that their every look and gesture was a joke. The entertainment commenced with an introductory prelude, followed in rapid succession by an operatic chorus, several comic songs, a medley chorus, and a masquerade waltz, all of which drew forth a large amount of applause from a delighted audience . . . A pas de fascination by Mr. Demerest in a female's attire, a song and dance and a rattlesnake Jig by Mr. Burbank, a balled sang by Mr. Boley, a hornpipe by Mr. Chittenden, who played the violin to his own dancing, a comic duet sung by Messrs. Carson and Boley, and the well-known song "The Blue-tail Fly," by Mr. Carson, were all rapturously applauded, and several of them re-demanded. After another interval of ten minutes the third part began by the plantation festival, dance entitled "Hip dee doo," or the slaves' holiday . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Adelaide venue)

Names and descriptions of passengers per Oscar from Adelaide, 14 July 1860, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/7E9D73BF-FA01-11E9-AE98-B7B49CD3D4F6?image=20 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. Burbank / 28 . . . Mr. Brower / 26 // Mr. Demerest / 25 // Mr. Carson / 22 . . .

Melbourne, VIC (17 to 31 July 1860):

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (19 July 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5686404 

MR. DEMEREST, the extraordinary female impersonator, in a fascinating DANCE for Johnson's Benefit TO-NIGHT.
THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS will appear TO-NIGHT at the PRINCE of WALES THEATRE for JOHNSON'S BENEFIT.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jovial Johnson (entertainer); Prince of Wales Theatre (Melbourne venue)

Sydney, NSW (3 August 8 September 1860):

"ARRIVALS", The Shipping Gazette and Sydney General Trade List [NSW] (6 August 1860), 130

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161172881 

August 3. Tasmania (s.), 285 tons, Captain Clinch, from Hobart Town 27th, and Melbourne 31st ultimo. Passengers . . . From Melbourne . . . Demerest, and 11 in the steerage . . .

"THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (8 August 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13044100 

This evening, the San Francisco Minstrels will commence an engagement at the Prince of Wales Theatre. The company comprises, amongst its members, some of the famous Backus Minstrels, and amongst them we find the celebrated dancers - Burbank and Demerest - the humourous Boley, the witty Dave Carson, and T. P. Brower. All these names will be familiar to our readers, and they will doubtless hail with pleasure, in these dull times, the appearance of such a mirth provoking band.

Melbourne and regional, VIC (11 September 1860 to . . .):

'SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . ARRIVED. SEPTEMBER 11", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (12 September 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5689647 

Wonga Wonga, A.S.N. Company's s.s.s., 444 tons, David Walker, from Sydney 8th inst. Passengers - saloon . . . Burbank, Carson, Boley, Demerest, Bower, Chillender [sic], Walsh, Pierce . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Walsh (serenader); John Ottis Pierce (serenader)

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle [Melbourne, VIC] (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 (proprietor)

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (19 October 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148887004 

We spent two or three agreeable hours last evening with the San Francisco Minstrels at the Royal. The house was well filled, having doubtless an encouraging effect upon the Minstrels, who were in capital voice and spirits . . . In the second part, Mr. G. W. Demerest in the Spanish Dance, La Manola, acquitted himself in the most satisfactory manner, and was encored; had the fact not been patent the sex would certainly have been doubtful . . . The Trapeze Act by Mr. Demerest was replete with daring and danger . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

Names and descriptions of passengers per Royal Shepherd from Melbourne, 23 February 1861, for Launceston; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/238EBF82-F7F0-11E9-AE98-5D7353244C83?image=201 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. Demerest / 31 . . .

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (1 January 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66336585 

The San Francisco Minstrels put forth a very tempting programme last night . . . and the entertainment was wound up with a pantomimic farce entitled "The Mischievous Monkey," G. W. Demerest mimicing the animal in a variety of forms, which elicited considerable laughter.

Passenger list, Black Swan, from Launceston, for Melbourne, 21 April 1861; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/7EC19DAA-FA01-11E9-AE98-278BDD4F22AD?image=41 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. Demerest / 26 . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 June 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5701376 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE, THIS EVENING, JUNE 27. BENEFIT of Mr. T. P. BROWER, Of the San Francisco Minstrels,
On which occasion the following artistes will appear: - Dave Carson, J. O. Pierce, G. W. Demerest, Billy White, W. Robson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Billy White (minstrel); W. Robson (minstrel)

Names and descriptions of passengers per Grecian Queen from Melbourne, 26 July 1861, for Mauritius; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/238FF803-F7F0-11E9-AE98-F3FD07F091BE?image=333 (DIGITISED)

E. Totten / 38 // D. Bolley / 39 // Mrs. Bolley / 29 //
W. Robson / 28 // J. H. Lee / 33 // J. White / 31 // D. Meirs [Demerest] / 38 // C. Le Grew / 29 // [?] Falton / 32

ASSOCIATIONS: Elbert Totten (manager); J. H. Lee (member); Charles Legrew (member)

After Australia:

"TOWN TALK", The Herald (22 July 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244229028 

Melbourne will remember "Boley's Minstrels," who about twelve months since left Australia on a professional visit to Mauritius. After playing a far from successful engagement at Port Louis, they embarked on board a schooner for the Cape of Good Hope, and, we regret to add, were wrecked off Cape St. Mary. The passengers, including the troupe, with Mrs. Boley and children, were fourteen in number, and have all perished, with the exception of Mr. Robson, who with three sailors succeeded in returning to Port Louis. Two other passengers reached the shore but died shortly afterwards of the fever . . . From another source we learn that Robson and White (not W. W. White of Rainer's Serenaders) succeeded in getting on shore by swimming half a mile, and that the latter died a few weeks afterwards. Robson, at the date of our letter (8th May, 1862), was ill of the Madagascar fever, with but slight hopes of a recovery. A melancholy termination to a speculation of which, at its commencement, the most sanguine expectations were formed.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dorrel Fair Boley;
see also, "MELANCHOLY FATE OF THE BOLEY MINSTRELS", Examiner (12 August 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article102524167 

Most of the habitues of the concert halls of Melbourne will remember Boley's Minstrels," who about twelve months since left Australia on a professional visit to Mauritius. After playing a far from successful engagement at Port Louis, they embarked on board a Schooner for the Cape of Good Hope, and we regret to add, were wrecked off Cape St. Mary. The passengers, including the troupe, and Mrs. Boley and children, were fourteen in number, and have all perished, with the exception of Mr. Robson, who with three sailors succeeded in returning to Port Louis . . . - Bell's Life in Victoria.

"OUR PORTRAIT GALLERY. DAVE CARSON, ETHIOPIAN COMEDIAN AND MANAGER", New York Clipper [NY, USA] (25 May 1867), 2

https://idnc.library.illinois.edu/?a=d&d=NYC18670525.2.6 

The subject of our sketch was born in March 1837. He has visited, professionally, almost every part of the globe. Left New York in '53, when only sixteen years of age, for Melbourne, Australia, where he arrived after a voyage of one hundred and five days. After visiting the principal gold mines, and performing with success at each, in 1856 he joined the party consisting of Tom Brower (Frank's brother, since dead), Otto Burbank (now with George Christy), W. A. Porter [sic], G. W. Demerest, D. F. Boley, J. O. Pierce, and a number of others. The company was styled the San Francisco Minstrels, under which appellation they performed throughout New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland, Van Dieman's Land and New Zealand . . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Alonzo Porter (minstrel, Demerest did not perform with him in Australia)

"American Dramatic Items . . . San Francisco Minstrels", The Lorgnette [Melbourne, VIC] (24 July 1880), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208488853 

A correspondent has written us asking information regarding the S. F. Minstrels who left Melbourne in 1861. We learn that the troupe, which consisted of Messrs. D. F. Boley, G. W. Demerest, C. Legrew, E. Totten, Billy White, J. H. Lee, and Billy Robson, left Melbourne for the Mauritius July 25th, 1861, arrived there safely, played an excellent season, leaving Dec 15th of the same year bound for the Cape of Good Hope. They had a stormy passage all through until the ship was wrecked on the coast of Madagascar December 24th, 1861. Messrs. White and Robson were the only ones saved. Poor Totten, Boley, Demerest, Legrew, and Lee were never afterwards seen, having perished in the wreck. White died some two months after from exposure and cold. Robson, after being some ten months a companion of the natives, was rescued by a ship that had accidentally called in for water. Mr. Robson is now in Melbourne though not following his previous vocation of a minstrel and dancer.

Bibliography and resources:

Colonel T. Alston Brown, "Early history of Negro Minstrelsy, its rise and progress in the United States", The New York Clipper (5 April 1913), 6

https://archive.org/details/clipper61-1913-04/page/n5/mode/2up/search/demerest (DIGITISED)

Boley's Minstrels were organized by D. F. Boley and left Australia in January, 1862, on a visit to the Mauritius Islands. After a not very successful engagement they embarked for the Cape of Good Hope, but were wrecked off Cape St. Mary late in 1862. Mr. and Mrs. Boley and the children were lost, as was the entire troupe - a Mr. Robson being the only one saved from drowning. George W. Demerest, Charles L. Grew, W. White Lee, W. Robson, and Totten Agent were in the company. Dan F. Boley [sic] was one of the original Backus Minstrels. He was a fine banjoist and his deep sonorous, bass voice will be recollected with mingled feelings of regret and pleasure. In 1865 [recte 1855] he, in company with Backus, Burbank and others, re-organised the Backus Minstrels and made a trip to Australia. After a time all except Boley returned, but he married a wealthy widow and remained there.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Allston Brown (theatre historian); see also in earlier instalment, under subheading "San Francisco Minstrels", New York Clipper (25 May 1912), 10

https://idnc.library.illinois.edu/?a=d&d=NYC19120525.1.11 

DE MURSKA, Ilma (Ilma di MURSKA; Ema PUKŠEC) = Ilma de MURKSA

DENHAM, Thomas (Thomas DENHAM)

Dancer, teacher of dancing, professor of dancing

Born England, c. 1812/13
Convicted Lancaster quarter sessions, Preston, England, 19 October 1831 (14 years transportation, aged "18")
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 16 July 1832 (convict per Katherine Stewart Forbes, from London, 26 February, age 20)
Active Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), until 1846 or later

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Denham+convict+1832 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DENHAM-Thomas (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Dyer (dancing teacher, fellow convict)

Documentation:

Admissions to the prison hulk Cumberland at Chatham, Kent, 10 November 1831; UK National Archives, HO9/1

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/115784:1989 (PAYWALL)

1669 / Thomas Denham / 18 / St'g 3 1/2 Sovereigns / Preston 19 October 1831 / 14 years / V.D.L. 14 Feb'y 1832

Convict record, Thomas Denham, per Katherine Stewart Forbes, 1832; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1386885; CON31/1/10; CON18/1/10 Page 23

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1386885 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON31-1-10$init=CON31-1-10p90 (DIGITISED)

Denham Thomas / Kath'e Stew't Forbes 16 July 1832 / Lancaster [Quarter Sessions] 19 Oct'r 1831 / 14 [years] / Transp. for Stealing 3 & 1/2 Sovereigns . . . "Single" . . .
. . . April 9 1840 T.L. Misconduct in being a Public house dancing with a common prostitute. T.L. suspended . . . . . . Recommended to the Queen for a C.P. 1st March 1843 . . . Free Certificate Nr. 927 / 1845 . . .

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON18-1-10$init=CON18-1-10P14 (DIGITISED)

Denham Tho's / Laborer / 5 ft 5 1/2 in / Age 20 / Complexion Sallow / Hair Brown . . .

"Tickets of leave", The Hobart Town Courier (11 January 1839), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4160696

. . . Thomas Denham, K. S. Forbes . . .

"Hobart Town Police Report . . . Thursday, April 9", Colonial Times [Hobart Town, VDL (TAS)] (14 April 1840), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8750654 

Thomas Denham, holding a ticket-of-leave, was charged by constable Martin with misconduct, in being in Mr. Walton's public-house, dancing with a favorite lady. His ticket-of-leave was suspended, and he was sent to hard labour on the roads for six months.

[Advertisement], The Austral-Asiatic Review, Tasmanian and Australian Advertiser (3 May 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232482617 

Dancing. THE Undersigned beg most respectfully to acquaint the Ladies and Gentlemen of Hobart Town,
that they have commenced teaching in the above profession, the particulars of which may be known on application at No. 41, Brisbane-street.
THOMAS DENHAM.
JOSEPH DYER.
Hobart Town, April 23, 1844.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Dyer (teacher of dancing)

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (6 November 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8759516 

DANCING ACADEMY.
MR. THOMAS DENHAM, in notifying to the Public that he has opened an Establishment in Argyle-street, at the angle of Macquarie-street,
begs leave to state, that Pupils will be received every evening at six o'clock, for instruction in the above fashionable and useful accomplishment.
T. D., from his well-known and celebrated character as a Professor of Dancing, deems it unnecessary to enter into any lengthened detail as to his capacity in the above science.
Corner of Argyle and Macquarie streets, November 6, 1846.

DENIEHY, Daniel Henry (Daniel Henry DENIEHY; D. H. DENIEHY; Mr. DENIEHY)

Musical amateur, concert and literary reviewer, journalist, poet, lawyer, politician

Born Sydney, NSW, 18 August 1828; baptised Catholic chapel, 28 August 1828; son of Henry DENIEHY (d. 1850) and Mary MacCARTHY (d. 1883)
Married Adelaide Elizabeth HOALLS, Sydney, NSW, 24 February 1852
Died Bathurst, NSW, 22 October 1865

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Daniel+Henry+Deniehy+1828-1865 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-612462 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DENIEHY-Daniel-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

In Goulburn, NSW, in January 1855, Deniehy, a lawyer and musical amateur, attended concerts given in the town by two notable musical visitors, the French clarinet and saxophone player Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (on 15 and 20 January), and the Hungarian violinist Miska Hauser (on 16, 18, and 22 January). His generously fulsome review of the visitors' performances, which appeared in the Goulburn Herald, was later so scathingly noticed by the editors of two small Sydney papers, Edward John Hawksley of The People's Advocate and Michael D'Arcy of the Freeman's Journal, that Deniehy raised a suit for libel against D'Arcy that led to his journal's printing plant being impounded. In his defence, D'Arcy presented affidavits from Hauser's two associate artists in the Goulburn concerts, Flora Harris and Frederick Hamilton Dicker which accused Deniehy, who was well known for his republican views, of showing disrespect during performances of "God save the queen", at one of Sou-Alle's concerts, and subsequently, by refusing to stand and keeping his hat on, and by referring to the national anthem as trash. Deniehy contested aspects of their account, and took Harris and Dicker to court for perjury; but the former explorer William Hovell, called as a witness in their defence, deposed that, at Sou-Alle's concert, he had seen Deniehy and his clerk, Doak

sitting with their hats on, during the singing of the National Anthem, and it was the general talk of the town next day

And at one of Hauser's concerts, as Hovell recollected

after the singing of the National Anthem had commenced . . . complainant said that he would not stop to hear that "d----d stuff" or "trash," or something to that effect.

Documentation:

"GOULBURN MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser [NSW] (15 July 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101736772 

AT the request of the Committee of this Institute Mr. Deniehy delivered a Lecture on the POETRY OF IRELAND, on Wednesday evening the 5th instant, in the Court-house, to the members of the Association and a numerous assemblage of visitors, amongst whom were many ladies. The audience were evidently electrified by the exquisite language, deep pathos, and racy humour of the lecturer, and by repeated applause testified their delight. The lecture was a most delicious treat; and we sincerely regret that we cannot present it in extenso to our readers, assured as we are that to those who were able to be present at its delivery it would be a costly treasure. However we have done our best to epitomise it. The lecturer commenced with some observations on the songs of Edward Lysaght ("The Sprig of Shilelah" and "Our own little Island") and those of Dr. Drenan and Orr, of Ballymena, about whose time he fixed the rise of the distinctive poetic characteristics of Anglo-Irish Song . . .

"GOULBURN MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (29 July 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101734301 

ON Thursday night, Mr. Deniehy delivered a lecture on the Poetry of Scotland, before the Members of the Mechanics' Institute and a large assemblage of visitors. The lecturer was listened to with breathless attention, broken at times by demonstrations of admiration and delight; and at the conclusion received the warm applause which unmistakeably spoke out the pleasure that he had afforded. We subjoin an epitome of the lecture: . . . as the poetry he especially purposed to treat, was Scottish Song, he would restrict himself as much as might be, to the national lyrists . . .

"MATTERS MUSICAL. THE HUNGARIAN AND THE TURK", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (27 January 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article118308719 

"There is sweet music here, that softer falls
Than petals from blown roses on the grass,
Or night dews on still in waters between walls
Of shadowy granite, in a gleaming pass;
Music that gentler on the spirit lies
Than tir'd eyelids upon tir'd eyes."

ALI-BEN-SOU-ALLE gave his second concert on Monday evening last [15 January], at Roberts' Rooms. The audience was much larger than on the former occasion, and expressed their gratification in terms of decided enthusiasm. The instrumental section of the programme consisted of performances by Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle, not only on his really marvellous turkophone, but also on the turkophonini, and the large and small clarionets, Mr. Sigmont executing piano-forte accompaniments. The entertainments were opened by M. Valere with "Vieni la mia Vendetta," from Lucrezia Borzia. His baritone has extraordinary strength and compass, and is full of brilliant resources for every purpose of fioritura. His style of vocalisation too, is airy and fluent - the freedom and the fluency essentially those of the Parisian Opera Comique. We can conceive few more agreeable things of the kind than his rendering in succession the choicer morceaux of Auber, or of Balfe, whose opera is as essentially French as Auber's - the solos in The Black Domino, The Brazen Horse, La Bayadère, or in La Bohemienne. In the course of the evening he sang the barcarole in Haidee, "Qui la nuit est belle," so full of that jubilant voluptuous beauty with which youth and passion deepen even the perfect loveliness of the night, and sang it with such success as to interpret in it the subtlest essence - the most delicate bouquet of French operatic melody.

He was followed by Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle, when for the first time we heard the capabilities of his extraordinary instrument. He executed a fantasia of his own on the airs in Don Giovanni - those "divine melodies," as Dr. Quincey calls them, when ranking their sweetness beside the sublimities of the "Paradise Lost," and the stupendous magnificence of Rome, as monuments of the capabilities for grandeur and beauty of the human soul. The range of the turkophone, runs from the rich breadth of a sax-horn of the fullest timbre to the tenderest note of the clarionet. Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle rendered Mozart's music as we have never before heard it in Australia. His manipulation is exquisite; indeed there is in the performer more that intimates the musician of genius than we have seen in any artiste for years. His execution has an individuality of its own - a character of sensibility, or rather of passion - passion subjugated and calm - full of rich, mellow repose; disciplined, we conceive, by a perception the most exquisite of that symmetry which is the true beau ideal classique. In his solos on the large and small clarionettes - even in his variations on "My Skiff is on the Shore" - and they were full of unspeakable delicacy and grace, the characteristic of the artist was this classic luxe. Besides a fantasia on La Somnambula, moulding "Still so gently," and "Oh do not mingle," into countless novel and capricious graces, his performances on the turkophone included a selection from Le Prophete. Into the superb shadows - the dusky magnificence of Meyerbeer's music, glided this wonderful instrument with an adequacy of power that was in point of fact orchestral. Here Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle gave as interpretation of high musical art, in which no little of a maestro's thought and learning lay beneath the skill of the musician. To the connoissieur, we believe this to have been the most perfect gratification that the present carnival of sweet sounds in Goulburn has furnished. The noble cathedral-like severity and elevation of adagio movement were there, - but mellowed, softened, - tinged as it were by a colouring of the specific artistic execution. Some charming variations on the fine airs "Old Folks at Home," and "My Lodging is on the Cold Ground," were given on the turkophonini, on instrument smaller but of construction similar to the turkophone. Ben-Sou-Alle played, too, a delicious little cavatina of Donizetti's on the small clarionet as with the fingers of an Ariel. This was to the full Keats's "liquidity of dewy piping." The fantasia on popular British airs was encored. M. Valere by no means succeeded in that at best but gaudy bravura "The Standard Bearer," and his attempt to embellish "La Marseillaise" was in the last degree injudicious - he might as well have sought to dress a hymn or to have introduced decorative variations on "Rule Britannia."

MISKA HAUSER, the celebrated Hungarian violinist, gave his first concert on Tuesday evening and his second on Thursday [16 and 18 January]. He was assisted by Miss Flora Harris and Mr. Frederick Hamilton, Mr. Sigmont conducting at the pianoforte. The assemblage that welcomed this remarkable person and his companions was, we are happy to say, tolerably large, though as in the case of his Ottoman contemporary, by no means all it should have been. Miss Harris is a singer of some taste and tolerable expression, and carolled "Hearts and Homes" prettily on Tuesday evening. But with the exception of this, and her vocalisation in "Summer" and "The Merry Sunshine," on Thursday, which was really very pleasing, - the encores of our gallant fellow-townsmen notwithstanding, we must bow ourselves out of further criticism on the lady's efforts. Mr. Frederick Hamilton sang "A Health to the Outward Bound" with great spirit on Tuesday. His "O Summer Night" from Don Pasquale, was, despite the jokes of some individuals sprinkled it the bottom of the saloon, in the shape of valedictory echoes of the "good night" of the serenade, given with considerable taste and judgment, and in the duet "Mr. and Mrs. Bell," he evinced much genuine humour.

But what of Miska Hauser? As a violinist, we hold this brilliant artiste to be altogether sui generis - to be alone and peculiar. Greater violinists than him there are and must be, or otherwise the violin as a vehicle of musical expression is a thing of less power and beauty than we believe. But superior or even equal to him in the production of certain marvellous effects to which the masters of the violin from the days of Paganini downwards, have specially dedicated peculiar capabilities of the instrument, there are perhaps none living. We have never heard Ernst but we can imagine nothing more perfect than Miska Hauser's "Carnival of Venice" as a reproduction, under the sole condition of sound, of that whirling, sparkling, many-coloured, picturesque midsummer-madness of Venetian frolic. We question too if those of our readers who have not yet heard his capriccio, "The Bird on the Tree," - adaptation as it radically is of Sivori's famous "Carnival of Cuba," - know the extraordinary extent to which the idealised mimicry of violin-playing can reach, - how impossible with closed eyes, it would have been to distinguish the bird whistle "St. Patrick's day in the morning" that trilled from under the bow of the musician, from the notes of an escaped bird such as that referred to in the programme. In effects like this - unique because of the rare and exquisite perfection which the artist has brought them to, it is, we think with all diffidence, that Miska Hauser's peculiar right to the wreath of an extraordinary violinist consists.

But the accomplished Hungarian has other powers - of high order and rare in quality - a brilliancy of execution and faculties so fine and so consummately educated, as had the possessor within him, but that basis of spiritual sensibility on which the higher artistic excellences and all production of lasting aesthetical sensation raise themselves, would electrify all hearers. And we say this, that we may not he misunderstood - that we may not be thought to undervalue the great powers of the musician because, recording a passing depreciation of the form - a form it happens, essentially ad captandum, in which the flower of this very rare old unquestionably fine talent unfolds itself. But we cannot look upon mere mimetic art, however exquisite, as worthy of very high place. A single outline of Flaxman's or a female head of Raffaele's is worth as art - as an extension of man's dominion of the beautiful, whole galleries of Tenierses and Mierises - of Paul Potters and Hondekoeters. And depend upon it, that on the latter as on "Carnival de Venice" in relation to an air of Beethoven's, men look on them less with the thought how beautiful! and therefore how sympathetic with good, than as how clever! and how hard to do it! -
"One blossom of Eden outblooms them all." -
Subjugated difficulty with its hints of human power and the might of study and of labour, is, we know, an element in exciting aesthetical feeling. But it is not all, as carvings upon cherry stones or Chinese models of junks in ivory, will at once reply. Mere mimetic art in music - we are not speaking now of it as to a great extent that force by which colour is imparted to musical composition, - carried to such a pitch as that of our brilliant Hungarian, must always give pleasure. But that pleasure is not the spiritual pleasure which it is the aim and power of art, and the prerogative and the glory of music beyond all other arts, to give. Sculpture and painting show - bounded in their condition of existence, what has been, what is, - but the Heart of Man in its unfathomed depths of hope and its undying faith in the coming and far-off possibilities of pleasure and of good, knows that the superior strength of music lies in its hints of what may yet be! The poet who said of a festal strain "Still it whispers promised pleasure," had by instinct grasped half the philosophy of the art.

In listening to these wonderful imitative bravuras, you close your eyes and await in vain those vague importunate suggestions and intimations of beauty - a saddening beauty like all beauty is in its highest manifestations which belong to true art. You never upbraid the melody with John Paul Richter - "Thou syren, of all thou hast promised me in the life of this earth, I have found nought and shall find nought!!"

Miska Hauser's fantasia on Ernani was literally splendid, and in itself justified the claim we have accorded him of ranking among the great violinists. But it was in his unspeakably beautiful rendering of "The Last Rose of Summer" and other Irish airs that his exquisite mastery of his instrument was manifested. The national music of "Grana Uaile" was never before more ravishingly expressed.

Since the above was in type, Miska Hauser has given a third concert, and as concerns those whose wealth and position ought to make them the local patrons of everything fitted to elevate and refine, it was we are happy to say, much better attended than either of the former entertainments. On this occasion, Miska Hauser executed Ernst's variations on the March and a romance in Otello - an Opera, enriched for the aesthetical student with an interest over and above its own exceeding splendour, as the subject of the Countess's criticisms on the philosophy of musical beauty in Balzac's Massillima Doni. He also performed on one string, the 4th., his Souvenir de Paganini. In both, throwing aside that wonderful imitative power which we still regard as his distinctive forte, the performer entered the domain of pure musical art, and traversed it victoriously. In a degree far beyond anything he manifested in Goulburn before this concert of Monday evening, Miska Hauser evinced himself, in every profound sense, a master of his art. With what tenderness and grace - what ethereal gaiety and lightness of touch, he rendered Rossini - here and there, evidently, giving more freedom of flow, and more delicate hue to the variations of his great predecessor! We have never heard anything of the kind superior to the Souvenir de Paganini. It is almost in music, what Leigh Hunt's verses on that inscrutable Italian wizard, who had at his command every spirit of melody -
"The airy tongues that syllable men's names
On sands and shores and desert wildernesses."
is in poetry. The execution was perfect. Not only were the sensibilities moved as the artist played, but, last and consummate effect of music, - the imagination was fed and comforted. Home partings and returns after long years - the old familiar faces in the forelight - the sittings on Sunday afternoons on the graveyard-wall in the sunset - the world-weariness that haunted our own midnight rambles, and the circumstance attendant on them, the starry peace of the night, the ruddy lights on the city wharves flickering far down the tremulous waters, and the outlines of the spars and riggings of anchored vessels all took form again and passed before us. Then, too, came images, beyond our actual experience, suggested by the subtle luxurious sounds - the lonely colonnade of ruined temples, looking out from listless southern promontories over the sleepy expanse of the summer Mediterranean, with no sound save the sultry bumbling of the bee in the festoons of wild honeysuckle - the motion and footsteps, and buzz and silvery laughter on moonlight boulevards - the sparkle and glow and fierce instrumental triumphs in great foreign theatres, the Conservatoire Imperiale or the San Carlo of Milan, followed by intimations of the passion of penitential sorrow in the Miserere. The honour of all this belongs to Miska Hauser, playing in his finest style on the finest of all instruments. Miska Hauser was repeatedly encored, and the enthusiasm of his auditors frequently amounted to a pitch altogether novel for our matter of fact Goulburn.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (musician); Mons. Valere (vocalist); Miska Hauser (violinist); Flora Harris (vocalist); Frederick Hamilton Dicker (vocalist); William Abercrombie Sigmont (pianist, conductor); "There is sweet music . . ." (Tennyson, Song of the lotos-eaters)

MUSIC: The standard bearer (Lindpainter); "Carneval de Cuba" ("or, The song of the sinsonte (an American bird)") by Camillo Sivori (composer, violinist); since it is unlikely that the author of the above, Deniehy, ever heard Sivori's work, he must have been informed of the similarity by someone else, perhaps Hauser himself

[News], Freeman's Journal (10 February 1855), 10

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This accomplished musician has just returned to Sydney after a lengthened, and we trust profitable tour to some of the chief towns in the interior. The only detailed account of his progress appeared in the Empire of the 1st instant, copied from the Goulburn Herald, and a perfect curiosity it is in its way, as a specimen of the spasmodic, hysterical, noblerical style of criticism. If the same penalties were imposed for clipping the Queen's English as are inflicted for defacing the Queen's coin, 'we guess' the Goulburn critic would escape with a sentence little short of transportation for the term of his natural life. Poor Miska Hauser! the disquietude and nervous irritation incident to a journey over the Razorback mountain must be a mere trifle compared to the infliction of applause from such an admirer as the writer who, by the indulgence of the Editor, has been allowed to exhibit his vagaries in the Goulburn Herald. We have no room to spare for specimens of this critic's new illustrations of the rules of Syntax, nor for examples of his fervid eloquence; but those who wish to enjoy a hearty laugh, we must refer to 'matters musical' in the Empire of the above mentioned date. Injustice, however, to the journal in which this brilliant tribute to Miska Hauser's talents appeared, we ought to inform those of our readers who have not the opportunity of seeing the Goulburn Herald, that they must by no means consider the effusion above referred to on Miska Hauser as a fair and average sample of its literary characteristics; on the contrary, our country contemporary is, we believe, acknowledged by all competent judges to be not less distinguished for its independence and impartiality than generally for the clear, vigorous and unaffected style of its political disquisitions.

"MISKA HAUSER", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (10 February 1855), 6

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We are much gratified to learn, both for the sake of this distinguished Artist, as well as for the credit of our fellow-colonists, that he is making a successful progress through the chief towns in the interior, gathering laurels and cash at one and the same time. At least such is the inference to be drawn from an amusing rhapsodical rigmarole, dubbed "a critique," in the Empire of Thursday week, and extracted by that Paper from the Goulburn Herald. The remarks on Hauser commenced in the following elegantly grammatical style, which certainly surpasses that of our Sydney contemporary, brilliant as it usually is, on similar topics - "Greater violinists than him! there are and must be &c." Shade of Lindley Murray, is such a writer as this "the best Public instructor" that the men of Goulburn can afford to provide for themselves? - The same high authority subsequently apprises us of the resemblance existing between the sublimities of Paradise Lost and Mozart's Opera of Don Juan! - doubtless referring mentally to the association which would naturally arise between Satan's Address to the Sun, and Leporello's devouring the maccaroni. Our Goulburn Quintillian then, under the inspiration of his afflatus, introduces us by means of the suggestion of "subtle luxurious sounds" to "the lonely colonnade of ruined temples, looking out from listless southern promontories, over the sleepy (query, misprint for dozy) expanse of the Summer Mediterranean, with no sound save the sultry bumbling of the bee (a Bumble-bee of course) &c., &c." - "Fierce instrumental triumphs in great foreign Theatres!" (Sacre!) - "World-weariness that haunted our midnight rambles" &c., (and which must haunt all those who have been inveigled into hearing or listening to such turgid and tiresome twaddle).
Miska Hauser's reputation as a Musician, is of course, far above the reach of praise or censure from such a critic as this. Not so, however, with regard to the other performers, on whom he inflicts his comments in this laughable rhapsody. On them his cavils or commendation will operate, with those who have the fortitude to wade through them, with inverse effect: that is to say, his censure will be deemed a recommendation, his praise a disparagement. -
Thus we find two illustrious obscurities, one, an Englishman (an old fugacious acquaintance, we believe, under a new name), the other, a foreigner, whose merits have hitherto been left unnoticed by an undiscerning Sydney Public, both liberally belauded. Miss Flora Harris is the only one of Miska Hauser's party, who must consider herself fortunate in having escaped with a moderate portion of the Goulburn "Bumble-bee's" approbation. Had it been more unsparingly bestowed, this young lady would have probably felt misgivings similar to that expressed by the Grecian Orator of old, when applauded by a simpleton, and who therefore addressing a friend near him, asked "What blunder have I made to merit the applause of such a blockhead?"

ASSOCIATIONS: Lindley Murray (American grammarian); Flora Harris (vocalist)

"'FOGEY' CRITICISM", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (17 February 1855), 2

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The best joke we have for some weeks met with, is a rabid attack made in a couple of obscure weekly Sydney newspapers upon our notice of the late concerts in Goulburn, extracted recently in the Empire. It requires no adept in the analysis of internal evidence, to see that the sexagenarian hand which managed to shoot by favour of The People's Advocate manufactured, in addition, the balls which The Freeman's Journal ("we do a little in the paragraph line now and then to oblige a friend") undertook benevolently to fire . . . So much for our annihilation of Fogey critics and criticism.

"THE METAMORPHOSIS OF THE BUMBLE-BEE; OR, THE DENNY-ZEN OF GOULBURN", Freeman's Journal (3 March 1855), 9

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"So much for our annihilation of Fogey critics and criticism." - Goulburn Herald, Feb. 17, 1855.
Who killed Cock Robin?
I said the Sparrow, with my bow and arrow,
I killed Cock Robin.
Who annihilated "little" Hawksley,
Big D'Arcy, cum multis aliis
Too numerous to mention.
I said Misther O'Dinny,
The gigantic, the terrific O'Dinny,
I, though you think me a ninny,
I oblitherated poor "little Hawksley, &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward John Hawksley (editor, The People's Advocate)

"GENERAL DARLING'S GAGGING ACT", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (17 March 1855), 9

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We had indulged in the hope that all the relics of the old convict system, together with the discontinuance of transportation, had been swept away from the colony for ever, but it appears that we were mistaken. A circumstance has occurred during the past week which shews us that one of the most odious enactments, of that superlative tyrant, General Darling, for stopping the free expression of thought, and for shackling the freedom of the press, is still in full force and active operation. The circumstances of the case are these, some time ago an article appeared in the columns of the Goulburn Herald, as a kind of musical critique on the performances of Miska Hauser, at that place, this article was in turn briefly criticised by the Freeman's Journal, and the People's Advocate; the writer of the Goulburn critique appears to have taken great umbrage at the remarks made by the two metropolitan papers, and in his anger he so far forgot himself as to descend to personal ridicule, and abuse of the conductors of both these papers. This drew forth a rejoinder from the Freeman's Journal, of a very angry description, in which the supposed writer of the article, as well as the printer of the Goulburn Herald were both grossly attacked, and many things were said which certainly had been better unsaid, and reminiscences were revived, which all right minded men are anxious should be suffered to die away. Thereupon the writer in the Goulburn Herald instructed his attorney in Sydney to commence an action for libel against the proprietor and publisher of the Freeman's Journal, the attorney at once acted upon these instructions, and not only has he commenced the action, but under this gagging act of General Darling, has seized upon the presses and types belonging to the Freeman's Journal, and had them removed to the Central Police Office. Whether he was instructed by his client at Goulburn to proceed thus far or whether he has acted solely upon his own responsibility we know not, but in either case we look upon the step he has taken as a most harsh, arbitrary, and unjustifiable one, and we believe that throughout the city but one opinion is entertained upon the subject . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ralph Darling (former governor)

"SEIZURE OF THE TYPES, PRESSES, AND COPIES OF THE FREEMAN'S JOURNAL", Freeman's Journal (17 March 1855), 9

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Most of our Subscribers are, we presume, by this time aware, that on Saturday last all our printing apparatus, and the greater portion of the last number of our Journal were seized, and removed by the Police, under a warrant issued at the supposed instigation of Mr. Deniehy, an Attorney, of Goulburn, represented by a Mr. Hart, an Attorney, of Sydney, on a charge that the Proprietor had omitted to register the presses, &c, upon the removal of the office from Castlereagh-street to the present place of publication in Bathurst-street . . .

"THE 'GOULBURN HERALD' AND THE 'FREEMAM'S JOURNAL'", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (24 March 1855), 2

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. . . The personalities of this conceited writer have been passed by in silence, as being from their feebleness entirely innocuous, and therefore undeserving notice, but the carefully concealed motives which led to an unprovoked attack upon an unoffending young lady, demanded exposure and reprobation; in a recent number, therefore, we gave insertion to a communication in which we are inclined to believe these objects were fully and effectually attained. In that article it was mentioned that an individual well known and in close connection with the Goulburn Critic, a man of no especial "mark and likelihood," not peculiarly distinguished by nobility of birth or parentage, had, at Miska Hauser's concert, without a right or shadow of a right to interfere, endeavoured to prevent a harmless and time-hallowed compliment being paid to a gentle and amiable woman, who is not less admired by the stern republicans of the United States, than by her own subjects, and that this same individual, influenced by feelings of virulent hostility to this revered lady, under whose mild sway he was nurtured and earns his daily bread, denounced the noble melody of "God save the Queen" as "damnable trash." It was further stated that for not sympathising with these sentiments, and for refusing to comply with the dictation to omit the "damnable trash." Miss Flora Harris had earned the enmity of this manly and chivalrous writer, hinc illud venenum, hence his covert sneer at her. There were other "soft impeachments" still more unpalatable to the party implicated in the article we have just adverted to, which we need not now detail, inasmuch as ere long they will be brought before our readers and the public in extenso; and they will then be qualified to judge how far Mr. Deniehy and his tool have been justified in the "foul blow" which they have levelled at us, and over the supposed success of which "as devil with devil damned communion holds" they have doubtless interchanged warm congratulations, and are still probably chuckling and gloating. But possibly one of our unsophisticated readers may ask what has Mr. Deniehy, the Goulburn Attorney to do with all this, his name appears not hitherto in any of the proceedings. No, assuredly not, we reply. At this moment he does not consider it politic to throw off the thin veil which he supposes prevents his being recognised as the author of the inflated and spiteful diatribes which have appeared in the Goulburn Herald, and the prime mover of the assasin-like blow directed against the Freeman's Journal . . .

"SUPREME COURT - WEDNESDAY [4 July] . . . DENIHY v. D'ARCY AND ANOTHER", Freeman's Journal (7 July 1855), 10

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This was an action for libel, in which Mr. Denihy, an Attorney resident at Goulburn was the plaintiff, and the Venerable Archdeacon McEncroe and Michael D'Arcy - the former the proprietor and the latter the printer and publisher of this paper were the defendants. The alleged libel was the publication in the Freeman's Journal of the 3rd of March of an article said to reflect upon the character of the plaintiff. The defendants pleaded not guilty . . . At one of Miska Hauser's concerts at Goulburn, Deniehy sat with his hat on while the National Anthem was being sung, and in his "musical critique" in the Goulburn Herald he denounced it as damnable and blasphemous trash; notwithstanding that upon his admission as an Attorney of the Supreme Court he must have taken the oath of allegiance to her Majesty! The Jury after a short consultation found a verdict for the plaintiff damages 40 shillings . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Michael D'Arcy (editor, Freeman's Journal); John McEncroe (proprietor, Freeman's Journal)

"SUPREME COURT. MONDAY [23 July] . . . DENIEHY V. D'ARCY AND ANOTHER", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 July 1855), 2

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THIS was a rule nisi, calling upon the publisher and the proprietor of the Freeman's Journal to shew cause why a criminal information should not be filed against them for a libel upon Mr. D. H. Deniehy, an attorney of this Supreme Court, resident at Goulburn . . . When the rule was granted Mr. Deniehy had, at the suggestion of their Honors, expressly negatived, on affidavit, the assertion in the libel of his having sat with his hat on, at one of Miska Hauser's concerts, at Goulburn, while the National Anthem was being sung, and having denounced that production as "blasphemous and damnable trash." Two affidavits had been filed on the other side, asserting that Deniehy had been guilty of these marks of disrespect towards the National Anthem, and naming particular instances . . . The alleged libel was published in the Freeman's Journal, of the 7th July, and purported to be a Report with editorial comments interposed - of the proceedings at the trial of an action for libel by Deniehy against these parties, in which the former had obtained a verdict with forty shillings damages . . .
Also asserting that Deniehy had eat with his hat on at one of Miska Hauser's concerts at Goulburn, when the National Anthem was being sung, and that he had, in a musical critique which had been published in the Goulburn Herald, applied to the anthem the offensive designation already mentioned. The affidavit of Mr. Deniehy not only negatived all these assertions, but went the length of denying that he had, on any occasion, used any of these disrespectful terms. In the critique itself, which was brought before the Court, there was clearly no allusions of the kind asserted in the article. On the part of the defendants, however, there were affidavits by Mr. Frederic Hamilton Dicker and Miss Flora Harris, who had both sang at Miska Hauser's concerts, which affidavits contained distinct assertions that Mr. Deniehy had, on several occasions, spoken as insultingly of the National Anthem as had been averred, although there was some little variation as to the terms used. The substance of the statements in these affidavits was, that Mr. Deniehy had, on several occasions, spoken of the National Anthem in very contemptuous terms, designating it as trash, and asking, on one or two occasions, that it might be omitted from the programme, which was refused; that he had twice sat with his hat on at times when the National Anthem was being sung; that on one occasion when it was about to be sung, he had arose, put on his hat, and left the concert-room, calling to a Mr. Drake, who was with him, to come away, and not listen to the "d----d infernal trash;" this Mr. Drake, who was spoken of as having expressed very strong republican opinions, and as having requested Miss Harris to omit the singing of the National Anthem, was said to be connected with Mr. Deniehy as a clerk, or in some other way. It was further stated that, at a supper at the residence of Captain Plunkett, the Police Magistrate of Goulburn, Dicker was asked by Captain Zouch to sing the National Anthem, when Deniehy declared that if this was done he would leave the room. The critique which in the alleged libel was designated as cowardly and wanton, was complained of by Miss Harris as one likely to injure her professional reputation and prospects, and she expressed her belief that it had been written because of her having refused to submit to the dictation which had been sought to be exercised, and to refrain from singing the National Anthem. Affidavits were made by the two defendants, Archdeacon McEncroe, the proprietor, and Mr. Michael D'Arcy, the publisher of the Freeman's Journal. The former stated, that he had not seen the article complained of until after its publication. The latter admitted writing this article, but stated that the terms "libel upon humanity" were meant to apply only to the plaintiffs personal appearance, and to create a smile. As to his again accusing the plaintiff of having spoken and behaved insultingly to the National Anthem, reliance was placed upon the statements already alluded to as to what had taken place at Goulburn . . .
The fair presumption was that the plaintiff's objections to the singing of the National Anthem, were merely objections to its unnecessary repetition and to the execution of the singers, but even if he had chosen to express in private any republican objections against the National Anthem itself, this was a very different thing from what was charged in the libel. As to the plaintiff having sat with his hat on while the anthem was being sung, there was no proof but that this might have been the result of accident. The evidence of Miss Harris must be received with great caution, on account of her evident feeling in the matter, and of her having sworn that the critique, which was really a very fair and gentlemanly one, had been written with a view to injure her and was calculated to have that effect . . .
The fourth assertion in the article was that Mr. Deniehy had, in his critique, attacked Miss Harris in a wanton and cowardly Spirit. This accusation, like the attacks upon Mr. Deniehy, which had been first alluded to, was wholly groundless. The critique was a perfectly fair one, and there was no appearance whatever upon the face of it that it had been written in any other than an impartial spirit. A public singer, by his or her profession, might be said to court criticism, and it was rather remarkable that it was for exercising this liberty of the press that Mr. Deniehy had been subjected to attack. In the libel which formed the subject of the civil action, there was a direct imputation of dishonest conduct, which was wholly unsupported by evidence, and was admitted, in fact, to be unjustifiable. It was greatly to be regretted that under such circumstances the jury should have arrived at a conclusion that forty shillings was a sufficient amount of remuneration. The article complained of in the present instance was entirely without justification, except as to that part of it which imputed a demonstration of disloyalty at the concerts in Goulburn . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Zouch (witness); Patrick Plunkett (witness)

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. SATURDAY [4 August]", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 August 1855), 4

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. . . There were two cases on the summons list . . . Deinehy v. McEncroe and Darcy, was for an alleged libel published in the Freeman's Journal, of the 7th July last . . .
-that "at one of Miska Hauser's concerts at Goulburn he (Deniehy) sat with his hat on while the National Anthem was being sung," and "in his musical critique in the Goulburn Herald he denounced it (the National Anthem) as 'damnable and blasphemous trash,' notwithstanding that, upon his admission as an attorney of the Supreme Court, he must have taken an oath of allegiance to her Majesty; that he (Deniehy) had, in a malicious and hostile manner, criticised the performances of some young lady in the musical profession, because she declined to submit to the dictation of a coxcomb (plaintiff) who, 'in the exuberance of rancorous red republicanism, was desirous that she should do violence to her own feelings, and risk offending her audience, by omitting what he gracefully designated, that 'damnable trash, the National Anthem;'" &c., &c.
Immediately on seeing this article, Mr. Deniehy hastened to Sydney and applied to the Supreme Court for leave to file a criminal information against the defendants for this new libellous matter. A rule to show cause was granted, which came on for hearing before the Court on the 23rd July. Two affidavits, one made by Miss Flora Harris, and the other by Mr. Dicker, who had both sung at Miska Hauser's concert at Goulburn - containing distinct assertions that Mr. Deniehy had on several occasions spoken as insultingly of the National Anthem as had been averred (for which affidavits proceedings for perjury are pending against both parties), in consequence whereof the Court refused to make the rule absolute.
Mr. Hutchinson, first clerk of the Supreme Court, produced the affidavit of defendants, as the proprietor and the publisher of the Freeman's Journal.
The next witness was Mr. Deniehy himself, who positively swore that he had never used the language attributed to him by the article in reference to the National Anthem, or that he had ever sat with his hat on while it was sung, though on one occasion he did keep his seat by way of a lark, incited to do so by seeing the ladies stand up, a thing he had never before seen; nor was the expression alleged to have been used by him in reference to the National Anthem, in the critique on the concerts which appeared in the Goulburn Herald (produced) used by him, nor did the critique make any unkind reference to Miss Harris as a singer. Counsel for defendants urged that there was no case for a committal . . .
Both defendants were committed for trial at the Supreme Criminal Court, and admitted to bail, which was at once put in.

"POLICE PICKINGS. DENIEHY v. THE FREEMAN'S JOURNAL . . . ALLEGED PERJURY", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (11 August 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59760630 

. . . On Saturday last, Mr. F. H. Dicker appeared before Dr. Douglass and Charles Kemp, Esq., J. P., at the Central Police Office, to answer a charge of perjury, preferred against him by Mr. Daniel Henry Deniehy, an attorney of the Supreme Court, residing at Goulburn.
Mr. Martin conducted the prosecution, and Mr. Dicker defended himself.
The proceedings arose out of an affidavit made by the defendant, and sworn before Mr. Robert Hamilton Semple, a Commissioner of the Supreme Court, and used jointly with one made by Miss Flora Harris in answer to a rule nisi calling on the Venerable Archdeacon McEncroe and Mr. Michael D'Arcy to show cause why a criminal information for a libel on Mr. Daniel Henry Deniehy should not be filed, and on which affidavits the rule was discharged without costs.
In the affidavit it was set forth that Deniehy had applied to Mr. Dicker, who was connected with Miska Hauser at the concerts given at Goulburn, to expunge the National Anthem from the programme of one of the concerts, characterising it as ridiculous, absurd trash; and deponent believed that the word "blasphemous" was also used by Deniehy on the occasion. Deponent then went on to state that he saw Deniehy in the concert room during the singing of such concerts: that he saw him sitting with his hat on while the National Anthem was being sung. On a subsequent occasion deponent observed Deniehy put his hat on and leave the room while the Anthem was being sung; and that at a supper given by Captain Plunkett, at which Deniehy was present, Captain Zouch asked deponent to sing the National Anthem, on which Deniehy said that if deponent did so, he (Deniehy) would leave the room.
Mr. Hutchinson, first clerk of the Supreme Court, produced the original affidavit, and Mr. Semple proved that it had been taken before him.
Mr. D. H. Deniehy was then put into the witness box. He negatived all the allegations of the affidavit.
Cross-examined by Mr. Dicker - I do not recollect ever speaking disparagingly of the National Anthem, nor do I recollect your adding to it a Russian verse to please me. The only time I ever expressed to you my previous political opinions, which are well known amongst my friends in Sydney and Goulburn to be republican, was at the supper party given by Captain Plunkett. "Rule Britannia" was not on any occasion substituted for "God Save the Queen" at my request; I do not deny drinking claret and brandy mixed at the supper party. I did not throw my arms round Mr. McArthur's neck and fraternise with him while making a speech in French; do not recollect any answer being made in French; never said to Mr. Jeremiah Moore that the words alleged to have been used by me were used by Mr. Doak, my clerk.
Henry Zouch, Commandant of the Sydney Patrol, was called, and gave evidence much similar to that he gave in the case of Miss Flora Harris, reported in last week's Bell's Life. He stated: that he sat close to Deniehy, in order that should he shew any disrespect to the National Anthem he would be able to take him out of the room, so that no disturbance might occur; witness believed that Deniehy left the room before the National Anthem was sung. At the supper given by Captain Plunkett, witness asked defendant to sing the National Anthem; he declined to do so, alleging some reason. Deniehy did not make any remark on the subject; he did not say that if defendant sang it he would leave the room.
Cross-examined by Mr. Dicker - The National Anthem was sung at Captain Plunkett's supper party, in order to put Mr. Deniehy to the test; Mr. Deniehy joined in singing the anthem; he made several French speeches, and he and Mr. M'Arthur threw their arms about in the French fashion of fraternizing; some of the party remained till breakfast-time the next morning; Deniehy was not drunk when he made the French speeches, and when the National Anthem was sung, but witness could not say in what state that gentleman was towards the morning.
A. W. Doak, articled clerk to Mr. Deniehy, corroborated the last witness' evidence in chief. On being cross-examined by defendant, he said that it was his impression, that Mr. Arthur Zouch replied in French to Mr. Deniehy's French speech; had never said to Mr. Jeremiah Moore that it was an arrangement between him (witness) and Mr. Deniehy to leave the room when the National Anthem was being sung.
After some farther evidence of an immaterial nature, the defendant applyed for an adjournment of the hearing of the case, in order to produce witnesses from Goulburn. The Bench unanimously granted the application, and the defendant was discharged, on recognizances, to appear on Thursday next, the 16th instant.

"Sydney News. SYDNEY POLICE COURT. THURSDAY, AUGUST 2. CHARGE OF PERJURY AGAINST A YOUNG LADY", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (11 August 1855), 4

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Miss Flora Harris, a popular young vocalist, of considerable talent and personal attractions, was charged before the magistrate, at the suit of Mr. D. H. Deniehy, with wilful and corrupt perjury. Mr. Frederick Hamilton Dicker was also charged with a similar offence, but neglected to attend, and subsequently the charge against Mr. Dicker was ordered to stand over until the following Thursday. The court was thronged with people evidently feeling sorrow for the poor young lady, compelled as she was to appear as defendant on so grave an occasion. Mr. Martin appeared for the prosecution, and Mr. Hillyer for the fair defendant. In opening the case, Mr. Martin stated that some months since, Miska Hauser and Miss Flora Harris gave a series of concerts at Goulburn; after which, a critique, written by the prosecutor in the present case, appeared in the Goulburn Herald, and subsequently a criticism on that critique appeared in the Freeman's Journal, which was of so libellous a character on the prosecutor as to necessitate him to commence an action against the proprietors of the paper . . . Certain affidavits were filed in response, amongst them were those of the present defendant (Miss Flora Harris) and Mr. Dicker, who had failed to appear. These affidavits were in part answered by Mr. Deniehy, but the Court discharged the rule without costs.
One of the affidavits sworn to by Miss Flora Harris, set forth that at nearly the termination of one of the concerts, and previously to the National Anthem being sung, Deniehy took up his hat, and said to Doak, "Come along; don't let us stay to listen to such damnable infernal trash."
Mr. D. B. Hutchinson, clerk of. the Supreme Court, produced the affidavit sworn to by Miss Flora Harris, on the 18th July.
Daniel Henry Deniehy . . . denied the truth of the affidavit made; he denied that he had over spoken of the National Anthem as "damnable and infernal trash." Witness had his own opinion about the National Anthem but never expressed it to either Doak or any one else; never characterised it as "damnable trash"; had Miss Harris heard these words uttered they must have been heard by every person in the room.
Cross-examined - Is part proprietor with Mr. Vernon in the Goulburn Chronicle; was never drunk or half drunk on any occasion of visiting the concerts.
Henry Zouch deposed that he is a Magistrate of the territory and Commandant of the Patrol on the Southern Road; attended all of Miska Hauser's concerts in Goulburn, with the exception of one; on every occasion of visiting them he saw Deniehy there; never heard him express an opinion respecting the National Anthem; never heard Deniehy say to Doak, "Don't let us stay to hear that damnable trash," in allusion to the National Anthem; he might have used such words to Doak; but it must have been in a whisper; witness was there to watch Deniehy; a watch was kept on him; if was expected he would be kicked out of the concert room, as it had been the talk of the town that he had sat down at a concert given by Ali Ben Sou Alle while the National Anthem was being sung; witness believed that Deniehy was out of the room on each occasion of Miska Hauser's concerts when the National Anthem was being sung; did not believe that he could have sat down with his hat on while God Save the Queen was being sung, as so many people were watching him.
Cross-examined by Mr. Hillyer - Recollected a supper being given at Captain Plunkett's. The National Anthem was sung there. Deniehy was in a measure forced by badinage to join in it; Deniehy was not drunk, he was quite capable of knowing what he was doing; he did not get on the table; he made many French speeches; Ali Ben Son Alle was the only foreigner present; all joined except Mr. Dicker.
A. W. Doak deposed that he is clerk to D. H. Deniehy; was with him at the concerts given by Miska Hauser; Deniehy never used the words averred in the affidavit.
Cross-examined - Never told Vernon in D'Arcy's office that the contents of the alleged libel were true, but told him that it was Deniehy's intention to prosecute the action . . .
the fair defendant was discharged on her own recognizance of £100 to appear on that day fortnight.

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. THURSDAY [16 August]", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 August 1855), 5

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. . . Frederick H. Dicker appeared to answer a charge of perjury, arising out of the recent proceedings for libel by Daniel Henry Deniehy . . . Captain Zouch, J.P., deposed that he saw the complainant at all the concerts at Goulburn, given by Miska Hauser, but did not at any time see him sitting with his hat on during the singing of the National Anthem; did not believe it possible that he could have done so and not be seen by witness, because he made it his business to watch complainant's conduct, in consequence of a rumour that complainant had so conducted himself at a concert given shortly before by Ali-Ben-Sou-Ali; witness asked defendant, at Captain Plunkett's supper party, to sing the National Anthem; did not hear complainant say that if it were sung he would leave the room.
Cross-examined: It was just possible that defendant had sat with his hat on, and witness had not seen it it was generally remarked that complainant left the concert room before the National Anthem was sung; witness asked for the National Anthem to be sung at Captain Plunkett's, on purpose to test complainant, in consequence of rumours which he had heard.
Anthony William Doak, clerk to the complainant, deposed that whenever complainant attended Miska Hauser's concerts he accompanied him, and invariably both sat together and left the room together; he never saw complainant sitting with his hat on during the singing of the National Anthem, which he could not but have seen, had it occurred. This witness also negatived the allegation respecting the threat to leave Captain Plunkett's supper-room, if the National Anthem were sung.
For the defence three witnesses were called Captain Hovell, J.P., deposed that he was present at a concert given in Goulburn by Ali-Ben-Sou-Ali, and saw the complainant and his clerk sitting with their hats on, during the singing of the National Anthem, and it was the general talk of the town next day; he (Captain Hovell) had to retire, in consequence of indisposition, from one of Miska Hauser's concerts before it had concluded, and sat in Captain Plunkett's room; he recollected that on that occasion, after the singing of the National Anthem had commenced, that complainant and Doak came into the room, and complainant said that he would not stop to hear that "d----d stuff" or "trash," or something to that effect; only they three were in the room; he (Captain H.) made no reply or remark, not knowing whether the observation had been addressed to him or to Doak.
Cross-examined: It was reported in Goulbourn that at the first of Miska Hauser's concerts, as, well as at one by Ali-Ben-Sou-Ali, the complainant sat with his hat on during the singing of the National Anthem, but did not see it himself, as complainant sat behind him and in consequence complainant was afterwards watched by several persons who intended in the event of a repetition, to "bonnet" him.
Mr. John Gannon deposed that he was present at one of Miska Hauser's concerts at Goulburn, when, in consequence of reports he had heard, he watched com claimant at the commencement of the singing of the National Anthem all the company except complainant stood up after it had commenced, complainant put on his hat, rose, and left the room.
William Frank Hole deposed that;- January last he was residing at Goulburn, and attended several of Miska Hauser's concerts. On one occasion he saw complainant sitting with his hat on during the singing of the National Anthem.
Cross-examined: Could not say how long complainant sat with his hat on.
This closed the evidence for the defence; on which Mr. Martin replied.
Dr. Douglass said that the Bench were not quite agreed on the course proper to be adopted in this case. There was, however, no evidence to support the allegation in defendant's affidavit, that at two separate concerts the complainant had sat with his hat on while the National Anthem was sung; it touched one only. He therefore thought it was a case which should be forwarded to another tribunal, and committed defendant for trial. Bail allowed. Defendant applied for and obtained leave to have a copy of the depositions.
Flora Harris appeared to answer a charge of perjury, preferred by the same complainant, she having in an affidavit made and used at the same time with that which formed the subject of the prosecution against Mr. Dicker, sworn that towards the termination of one of these concerts (Miska Hauser's), and when the National Anthem was about being sung, the said D. H. Deniehy took up his hat, and said to Doak, "come along, don't let us stay and listen to the d---- infernal trash."
The same witnesses were examined for the prosecution as in the last case. No witnesses were called for the defence.
Mr. Kemp said the Bench were of opinion that there was so much of doubt about this case that the ends of justice would not be furthered by sending it for trial. It was therefore dismissed. Mr. Martin conducted the prosecution, and Mr. Hellyer the defence.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Hovell (exlporer, witness)

"PATHOS AND BATHOS. BY PIERCE MURRAY", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (25 August 1855), 3

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In Goulburn once the spirit of song,
In shape of a lady fair and young -
Whose talent much above par is -
Made her appearance, and, on each night,
Caused the Goulburnites pure delight
In fact, she enraptured the Goulburnites quite,
Did charming Flora H----s.

But not alone did the lady come;
In her duets she obtained some
Aid from F. H. D----r.
The great Hungarian brought 'em both
To engage such talent he wasn't loth,
And he knew that variety always doth
Make people shell out quicker.

'Twas at the close of a concert grand -
The audience we know should always stand -
While the national anthem's singing;
But one was found, we are sorry to state,
Who, in spite of loyalty, fashion and fate,
Quaker like, would cover his pate -
Thus scorn on majesty bringing.

'Tis true, alas! a "gentleman one,
Etcetera," did his castor don
In spirit of innovation.
And though the canaille might scoff and jeer
He wouldn't take it off - no fear,
And if remarks were anyway queer
He'd indite for defamation.

The anthem swelled - the loyal sound
An echo in each bosom found;
It raised high thought - that music grand
Made loyal hearts, and nerved each hand.
"GOD SAVE THE QUEEN!" the rafters rung -
The deep-felt wish was loudly sung
By ev'ry voice and ev'ry tongue;
Tho' homely words the hymn compose,
In simple strains the music rose,
Raising in the assembled throng
Feelings true, and deep, and strong.
Hark!
Mark!
Young and old,
Timid and bold.
Great and small,
Little and tall,
Were with astonishment ready to fall
When the startling word,
So plainly heard,
(Midst sad solemn feelings it sounded absurd.
Near the close of the anthem, 'twas then it occurred)
Fell on the ear
Distinct and clear,
Like the croak of the raven, that ill-omened bird;
A word it is,
Right hard I wis
For a bard to get in a metre like this;
But I've managed to lug
It in quiet and snug -
The word, the people all scared,
"HUMBUG!"
Fine feelings in flight
Were put to the right -
About-face, in fact, they were routed quite;
And, of a gun,
There wasn't a son
Who wouldn't have kicked that "gentleman one."

ASSOCIATIONS: Pierce Murray (pseudonym)

"A STATEMENT OF MR. D. H. DENIEHY'S", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 January 1859), 5

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MADAME Flora Harris presents her compliments to the Editor of the Sydney Morninq Herald, and begs to inform him that her attention has been called to a report (in this day's issue of his journal) of proceedings in the Legislative Assembly, on Tuesday evening last, in which Mr. D. H. Deniehy is reported to have said, in answer to Mr. Martin, "I declined to prosecute a lady" for perjury.
As Madame Flora Harris was the party referred to - as such a charge was really made - as she believed then, and believes still, it was made to give her pain and annoyance, and as Mr. Deniehy is reported to have publicly denied it, she conceives it to be her duty to state that the case was actually tried at the Central Police Court, on the 16th of August, 1855, and dismissed. A report of the proceedings appeared in the papers subsequently.
For the information of those who may take any interest in the matter, Madame Flora Harris begs to observe that she made an affidavit in the case of Deniehy v. D'Arcy (for libel), in which, among other things, she swore she had heard Mr. Deniehy, in a concert room at Goulburn, call the National Anthem "damnable trash." On this affidavit Mr. Deniehy founded his charge of perjury, commenced proceedings against her, continued them as long as he could, and throughout vexatiously "prosecuted" her. She begs to enclose the "notice of recognizance given to the accused" in that case.
105, Crown-street, Woolloomooloo, 19th January.

"THE NEWS OF THIS DAY", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (26 January 1859), 5

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. . . In our issue of Monday last we presented our readers with a repert of a scene in the Legislative Assembly of New South Wales - Mr. James Martin and Mr. D. H. Deniehy being the principal actors. Mr. Martin charged Mr. Deniehy with having prosecuted a lady. Mr, Deniehy emphatically denied the truth of the assertion. In the Sydney Morning Herald of the following day Madam Flora Harris - the subject of the alleged prosecution - came down with a slanging letter, which we publish elsewhere, and which fully establishes the accuracy of Mr. Martin's statement. On the testimony of this lady Mr. Deniehy stands charged with having uttered language coarse and disloyal. As a member of a parliamentary body acknowledging the government of our gracious sovereign we cannot conceive anything more disgraceful or disloyal than the conduct of Mr. Deniehy in characterising the national anthem as "damnable trash" in a public concert room . . .

See also "SOME PASSAGES IN 'FREEMAN' HISTORY. To the Editor . . .", Freeman's Journal (8 April 1905), 32

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108021657 

Sir, - Your paper on the above refreshed my memory about several matters. I remember well the consternation caused to poor old Michael D'Arcy - a cousin of Archdeacon McEncroe's - when the plant, etc., of the "Freeman" was seized in 1855, and carted off, in a state of "pie," to the old Central Police Court. It was at the instance of Daniel Henry Deniehy - then a resident of Goulburn - and Flora Harris, and the singing of "God Save the Queen" was at the bottom of the trouble. Poor, dear old "Flora" (Mrs. Sheridan Moore), is still alive . . .
Yours truly, J. G. O'CONNOR . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Graham O'Connor (printer, compositor, memoirist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 April 1865), 1

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IRISH NATIONAL LEAGUE. - The Introductory LECTURE of the present session of the League will to delivered
THIS DAY, the 10th instant, at the Lyceum Theatre, by DANIEL HENRY DENIEHY, Esq.
Subject. "Irish Ballad Poetry." The chair will be taken at 8 o'clock, by the Honorable JOHN ROBERTSON, M.P.
Admission : Family tickets 2s 6d. Single ditto. 1s 0d . . .
P. T. GROGAN, hon, organising sec.

"LECTURE ON IRISH BALLAD POETRY", Empire (11 April 1865), 4

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. . . The lecture was preceeded by a lady singing "the Harp that once thro' Tara's Halls," which was followed by "Let Erin remember the days of old," sung as a solo, duet, and trio by three amateur gentlemen. The lecturer was then introduced and was received with loud applause . . .

"THE LATE MR. DENIEHY", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (31 October 1865), 2

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The Bathurst Times, of the 25th instant, has the following tribute to the memory of the late Mr. Deniehy, whose melancholy death was reported in our last issue: -
"Daniel Henry Deniehy - poet, orator, statesman - one of the most accomplished and gifted men of his time - one of the brightest geniuses New South Wales bas yet produced - has passed from amongst us. Endowed with extraordinary vigour of mind, possessing intellectual faculties vouched to few on this earth, blessed with a memory capable of storing all the riches which scholarly industry could cull from the great dead and living masters, deep in learning, unassuming in manners, warm-hearted, and affectionate, generous in disposition, a chaste writer, an elegant rhetorician - such was Daniel Henry Deniehy of early life; and such, dropping the veil of charity over those weaknesses of his later days, is the memory of him we should desire to see kept green in years to come. In the absence of any relatives or friends of the deceased, the benevolence of a worthy and respected gentleman residing in Bathurst, provided for the burial of the deceased, with obsequies befitting the station he held in life. After the magisterial inquiry the body was placed in a coffin and conveyed to Mr. Grave's hotel, whence, at three o'clock, it was carried In a hearse to the old Roman Catholic burying ground, followed by a number of gentlemen, and there interred.

See also, among published tributes, "DANIEL HENRY DENIEHY . . . [BY] HENRY KENDALL", Empire (7 November 1865), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63239254 

Take the harp, but very softly, for our brother touch the strings;
Wind and wood shall help to wail him--waves and mournful mountain springs.
Take the harp, but very softly, for the friend who grew so old
Through the hours we would not hear of--nights we would not fain behold . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Kendall (poet)

"DANIEL HENRY DENIEHY. Sketch of His Career", The Australian Star [Sydney, NSW] (24 October 1890), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article227469215 

The anniversary of the death of Daniel Henry Deniehy occurred a few days ago. With reference to his career the Melbourne Standard has the following: -
One of the most accomplished literary men Australia has produced was Daniel Henry Deniehy. Poet, journalist, essayist, lecturer, linguist, and orator, he was a man of versatile genius and ardent imagination. He was born in Kent-street, Sydney, of Irish parents, in the year 1828, and received his early education at the school of a Mr. Jonson in the city just named. Jonson had lived on the Continent of Europe and had acquired an extensive knowledge of the French and Italian languages and literatures, and it was probably at his establishment that young Deniehy acquired that taste for modern languages und Continental literature, which he afterwards so largely developed. In the year 1843 Deniehy's parents paid a visit to England, taking with them their son. On their arrival in England, an attempt was made to enter the boy at Oxford University, but his youth - he was only 15 - and his diminutive stature, which caused him to look oven younger than he was, prevented his entrance into that great seat of learning. He was then placed under private tuition for a time. He is next heard of in 1848, when rhe was living in Ireland, then the scene of social and political trouble. He sided with the Young Ireland party, and some of his ballads and poems, written many years afterwards, show what an influence that sojourn in the land of his forefathers had upon his mind and genius. Deniehy soon returned to Sydney, where he became an articled clerk to the late Mr. A. D. Stenhouse, solicitor, the sterling friend of straggling literary men, and while engaged in the dull and matter-of-fact employment pursued in an attorney's office, he found time and inspiration to write copiously for the current publications. Sketches, criticisms, poems, flowed from his prolific pen, and in 1853 he delivered a series of most able and attractive lectures on "Modern Literature" at the Sydney School of Arts. In 1856 he ventured into the domain of politics, and was elected a member of the Legislative Assembly for Argyle. He had, in the mean-time, served his articles and been admitted to practice as a solicitor. In 1858 he was elected member for East Macquarie - a portion of the Bathurst district. He represented that constituency till the following year, when he saw the Electoral Reform Bill passed, and then, voluntarily, retired from polities. For a few years prior to 1858 Deniehy lived and practised his profession at Goulburn, but, in the year named, he returned to Sydney. He then contributed largely to the FREEMAN'S JOURNAL, a Roman Catholic paper, and other Sydney journals. In 1860 he assisted in establishing a paper in the New South Wales capital called the SOUTHERN CROSS. About this time he wrote and published valuable criticisms on the writings of Mrs. Browning, Leigh Hunt, Macauley, Mrs. Jamieson, De Quincey, and other distinguished English authors. In 1862 we find him in Melbourne, whither he had come to edit an Irish Catholic paper called the VICTORIAN, with which the present Judge Quinlan was also connected. The business management of the paper was not in good hands, it is said, and the paper ceased to exist after two years. Deniehy then returned to Sydney, discouraged and in bad health. In 1864 and 1865 he contributed able critical essays to the Sydney Morning Herald, and in the latter year removed to Bathurst, with the view of there settling down and pursuing the practice of his profession of a solicitor. Poor Deniehy's career in the western city was destined to be of short duration, for he died in the Bathurst Hospital on October 22, 1865, at the early age of 37 years. For nearly a quarter of a century the remains of this genius and man of letters lay in an obscure and almost unknown grave in the old Milltown cemetery, Bathurst. A couple of years since Mr. Daniel O'Connor, M.L.A., the present Postmaster-General of New South Wales, inaugurated a fund for the removal of Deniehy's remains from Bathurst to Sydney, and the erection of a monument over his grave. The remains, which were with difficulty identified, were exhumed and conveyed to the Waverley Cemetery, near Sydney, where they now appropriately rest by the "sad sea waves."

ASSOCIATIONS: Nicol Drysdale Stenhouse (solicitor)

DENISON, William Thomas (William Thomas DENISON; W. T. DENISON)

Lieutenant-governor (TAS), governor (NSW) and governor-general (from 1855), musical patron, and host

Born London, England, 3 May 1804; baptised St. Marylebone, 3 June 1804; son of John DENISON and Charlotte ESTWICK
Married Caroline Lucy HORNBY, St. Mary Magdalene, Woolwich, Kent, England, 29 November 1838
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 25 January 1847 (per Windermere, from Portsmouth, 5 October 1846)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 17 January 1855 (per Tasmania, from Hobart)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 22 January 1861 (per Behar, for Madras, India)
Died East Sheen, Surrey, England, 19 January 1871

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DENISON, Caroline Lucy (Caroline Lucy HORNBY; Lady DENISON)

Musical amateur, patron, and host, dedicatee

Born Winwick, Lancashire, 30 November 1818; baptised 27 December 1818, daughter of Phipps HORNBY and Maria Sophia BURGOYNE
Married William Thomas DENISON, St. Mary Magdalene, Woolwich, England, 29 November 1838
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 25 January 1847 (per Windermere, from Portsmouth, 5 October 1846)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 17 January 1855 (per Tasmania, from Hobart)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 22 January 1861 (per Behar, for Madras, India)
Died London, England, 29 June 1899

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DENISON, Mary Charlotte (Mary Charlotte DENISON; Miss DENISON)

Musical patron, dedicatee

Born Woolwich, Kent, England, 29 August 1839; baptised St. Magdalene, Woolwich, 30 October 1839; daughter of William Thomas DENISON and Caroline Lucy HORNBY
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 25 January 1847 (per Windermere, from Portsmouth, 5 October 1846)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 17 January 1855 (per Tasmania, from Hobart)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 22 January 1861 (per Behar, for Madras, India)
Died Coonoor, Madras, India, 12 May 1861, aged "21"

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DENISON, Henry (Henry Phipps DENISON; Henry DENISON; Rev. Henry DENISON)

Amateur musician, pianist, pupil of Cesare Cutolo

Born Hobart, VDL (TAS), 3 June 1848; son of William Thomas DENISON and Caroline Lucy HORNBY
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 17 January 1855 (per Tasmania, from Hobart)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 22 January 1861 (per Behar, for Madras, India)
Died Wells, Somerset, England, 16 January 1940

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Caroline Denison (Hobart, c. 1855); Libraries Tasmania

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-611488 (DIGITISED)

Summary:

As the lieutenant-governor's wife, Caroline (Lady Denison) was the dedicatee of two important collections of music, The Delacourt bouquet and its sequel The Tasmanian lyre, edited by Henry Butler Stoney, and issued in Hobart in 1854 and 1855.

In 1855, in Sydney, she was dedicatee of Henry Marsh's weekly sheet music series, The Australian cadeau, and in 1857 of Jacob Clarke's sheet music collection, the Australian album 1857.

She was also dedicatee of several other published musical works, notably including Edward Boulanger's piano work, Serenade from Don Pasquale (1856), and The government house waltz (1857) by Edwin Cobley.

With her husband, Caroline was also patron, from 1847, of the Hobart Town Choral Society, and, from 1855, of the Sydney Philharmonic Society.

During their 14 years in Australia, they gave their patronage to hundreds of concerts and theatrical performances, most of which one or both of them also attended. They also hosted many balls and musical parties at the government residences.

Their eldest daughter, Mary Charlotte ("Miss Denison") was dedicatee of the Illawara polka mazurka, by Douglas Callen, published by Henry Marsh in 1859.

Their Tasmanian-born son, Henry Denison, was a piano pupil of Cesare Cutolo, and dedicatee of Cutolo's lost Polka mazurka, published in June 1860 by the Caxton Printing Office.

Documentation:

1848, births in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:952669; RGD33/1/3/ no 811

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-3-p116j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 811 / [1848] June 3rd / Henry Phipps / Male [son of] / William Thomas Denison [and] Caroline Lucy Denison formerly Hornby / Knight Lieut. Governor of Van Diemen's Land

"THE MUSICAL CADEAU", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (9 July 1859), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13027466 

We have received the July number of this popular musical publication. It con- tains two original compositions - "The Illawarra Polka Mazurka, by Mr. D. Callen, dedicated to Miss Denison - very pretty, and likely to become a favourite in the ball room ,

"NEW POLKA MAZOURKA", The Sydney Morning Herald (16 June 1860), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13041921 

A New Polka Mazourka, composed and dedicated to his pupil, Master Henry Denison, by Signor Cesaro Cutolo, is shortly to be published. It is understood to be peculiarly adapted for amateur pianists, and is of a brilliant character. It is stated that the Signor intends to publish series of musical pieces of his own composition. Nocturns, Fantasias, and Arias, &c, calculated for performance of amateurs. The publication of such music, if not too exclusively scientific and difficult, will doubtless meet with a ready sale.

[Review], Empire (28 June 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60412431 

The style of a composer and the tendency of his musical taste and feeling may be exemplified in trifles, though it would require a work of greater compass whereby to test his true merits. The former are certainly exhibited in a very pleasing little Polka-Mazurka, by Signor Cesare Cutolo, and just issued from the "Caxton Press." It is dedicated to his pupil, Master Henry Denison, and is consequently intended for juvenile fingers, which will, notwithstanding the unpretentious character of the piece, nevertheless require some little practice and exercise in order to enable them to overcome the difficulties of a few brilliant passages which will be played by adults with much satisfaction. In a Polka-Mazurka there can be no novelty, and the present one only has claim to originality in the sparkling mode and elegance of its treatment. To say that it is musically correct, as a composition, is of course superfluous. Signor Cutolo is, we believe, about to publish several pieces within the powers of an amateur; though we hope to see something more indicative of his talents as a composer.

ASSOCIATIONS: Caxton Printing Office (printers, publishers)

Bibliography and resources:

Papers of William T. Denison and his family; University of Nottingham Manuscripts and Special Collections

https://archiveshub.jisc.ac.uk/search/archives/7fd5b623-a22a-3302-8bef-5e6762d7c3b6 

[Mrs. Edward Cox's journal (written about 1877) [in pencil: 1880]; transcribed by Andrew Houison (1850-1912)

http://archival.sl.nsw.gov.au/Details/archive/110327073 

http://acms.sl.nsw.gov.au/_transcript/2007/D00007/cox.pdf 

. . . [51] A year of two after this Sir Charles Fitzroy left the Colony, and Sir William Denison with a large family arrived. Two daughters just grown up, pretty young girls, the Eldest delicate. Lady Denison gave pleasant musical evening parties in her private drawing room for young people, and the Governor got up lawn parties for archery. He presented my third daughter Jane, with a very fine bow and arrows. They also gave large public balls, but not many of them . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Jane Maria Cox (1806-1888) arrived in New South Wales with her parents, Richard and Christiana Brooks, in 1814; in 1823 the Brooks family moved from Sydney to Denham Court near Liverpool; in 1827 Jane married Edward Cox (1805-1868) of Fernhill, Mulgoa; Alfred Cox was her much younger brother-in-law.

DENNANT, Mr. (Mr. DENNANT)

Musician, itinerant musician, singer, vocalist

Active Launceston, VDL (TAS), 1849

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Documentation:

"VAGRANTS", Launceston Examiner [VDL (TAS)] (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 unguarded to see what could be picked up, and they were both sent to the tread-mill for two months.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Walton (itinerant musician)

DENNING, Mrs. and the Misses (Mrs. DENNING and the Misses DENNING)

Teacher of dancing

Active Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 1847

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Britannia and Trades' Advocate [Hobart Town, VDL (TAS)] (7 October 1847), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226531134 

Dancing Academy.
MRS. DENNING respectfully notifies to Ladies and Gentlemen desiring to receive Lessons in Fashionable Dancing, that,
with the assistance of her daughters, and Mrs. Stewart, who are proficient in the art,
she intends opening a Dancing Academy at the Rooms immediately opposite Messrs. Jeffery and Fairburn's Cabinet Establishment,
at the lower end of Argyle-street, where lessons will be given on reasonable terms.
The rooms will be opened on Saturday evening next.
Sept. 29.

DENNING, Cornelius Peter (Cornelius Peter DENNING; C. P. DENNING; Mr. DENNING)

Dancing master, professor of dancing, pupil of Charles D'Albert, Henri Cellarius, Antoine Coulon, &c., of Vauxhall Gardens, band proprietor, conductor, ? leader, ? musician

Born England, c. 1802; son of ? Peter DENNING
Active Melbourne and Geelong, VIC, by December 1852
Married Harriet OBBARD, Carlton, VIC, 10 May 1869
Died Melbourne, VIC, 16 June 1874, aged "72/73"

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DENNING, Harriet (Harriet OBBARD; Miss OBBARD; Mrs. Cornelius DENNING)

Teacher of dancing

Born London, England, c. 1837 (? c. 1831)
Arrrived Melbourne, VIC, 17 November 1855 (indentured immigrant per Anglesey, from London, aged "24", for Launceston, TAS)
Married Cornelius Peter DENNING, Carlton, VIC, 10 May 1869
Died Brunswick, VIC, 21 February 1904, aged "67"

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer [VIC] (2 December 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article94359887 

A GRAND FANCY AND FULL DRESS BALL AND SUPPER,
WILL take place on Monday the 6th of December, at the Masonic Hall, Geelong,
on which occasion the Military Brass Band of the 40th Regiment, in full costume, will be in attendance.
The well known Master of the Ceremonies, Mr. Denning, from Vauxhall, has kindly offered his services . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 40th Regiment (military); Vauxhall Gardens (London venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (31 December 1852), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2556130457 

SELECT QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY, PROTESTANT HALL,
THIS EVENING. 31st DECEMBER. (MR. DENNING, PROPRIETOR.)
THE Proprietor respectfully informs Ladies and Gentlemen and his patrons generally,
that in compliance with general desire, an Assembly will be held this evening.
The Band, under the able leadership of Mr. Tranter, will be increased.
Admission - Gentlemen 5s. with the privilege of introducing ladies.
Dancing to commence at 8 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Joseph Tranter (musician); Protestant Hall (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 February 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4789936 

SELECT-QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY, PROTESTANT HALL, Open Monday Evening, 21st Instant, MR. DENNING, PROPRIETOR.
Engagement of Messrs. Creed Royal, Reed, W. F. Sayer, and other Popular Musicians.
THE Proprietor begs to press on the attention of new arrivals and others that this assembly is not identified with the characteristics of a public Casino.
The vulgar style and practice - misnamed dancing - of rushing through the room, suggesting the spectacle of a maniac afflicted with Hydrophobia, is not in favor at this assembly.
The determination of the Proprietor being to provide an amusement for the respectable classes only of Melbourne, it is most distinctly announced that the vulgar are not solicited, nor will objectionable persons of either sex be admitted.
By order of Mr. Sturt, the police will be in regular attendance.
Admission, Gentlemen, 5s., with the privilege of introducing ladies.
Gentlemen are expected to appear in suitable dress.
Dancing to commence at 8 o'clock precisely, closing at half-past 11.

ASSOCIATIONS: Creed Royal (musician); Thomas Reed (musician); William Francis Sayer (musician); Evelyn Sturt (police superintendent)

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 March 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4790654 

SELECT QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY, Protestant Hall.
Open This Evening, 14th Instant, Mr. Denning, Proprietor . . .
THE Orchestra for this evening will be considerably augmented and complete;
including Mr. Chapman, Signor Maffei, Mr. Sayer, Mr. Cooze, and other talented musicians, conducted by Mr. Reed.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Chapman (musician); Joseph Maffei (musician); William Joseph Cooze (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (9 May 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792420 

SELECT FULL DRESS SUBSCRIPTION QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY.
Mr. Hockin's (late Passmore's), Commercial Hotel. This evening 9th Inst. . . .
Admission will be by ticket only, to be obtained of Mr. Hockin at the Hotel,
Mr. Denning, 186, Great Bourke-street, east, Mr. Tuck, Confectioner, Elizabeth-street, and of Mr. Reed, Musician, Great, Brunswick-street, Collingwood.
The Band will include the most eminent Musicians in the colony. Mr. Denning, conductor.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Hockin (proprietor)

"OPENING OF THE QUEEN'S ARCADE, LONDSDALE STREET . . . THE BALL", The Banner (27 September 1853), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179481313 

We are in justice bound to say, that an assemblage of beauty and elegance such as congregated in the Arcade last night, it would be quite impossible to outrival or surpass. Excellent as the Arcade answered all the requirements of the former part of the day, it had a far more beautiful appearance when illuminated by the light of the beautiful chandeliers, and decorated by the fairy forms, of the elegantly attired ladies who attended the ball. The delightful music of Winterbottom, and the perfect management of Mr. Denning, rendered the evening one of infinite pleasure and delight, and the festivities were kept up until a late hour.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Winterbottom (musician, conductor, band leader); Queen's Arcade (Melbourne venue)

"THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL", The Argus (8 October 1853), 4

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. . . In the confusion, we noticed one honorable member voting in distinct opposition to a speech which he had made about a minute before . . . while Dr. Greeves and Alderman Hodgson stood up at the end of the table and performed a sort of "set to your partner, turn round once, and take your places," in a style that would have gladdened the hearts of Professors Braid or Denning . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hodgson (member); John Braid (dancing master)

"MELBOURNE (From our own Correspondent) . . . 22nd October, 1853", Illustrated Sydney News [NSW] (29 October 1853), 4

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The great event of the week has been the Grand Masonic Ball, which was held in the Protestant Hall, Melbourne, on Tuesday last, the 18th instant. It is acknowledged by all who took part in the gaieties of the evening, to have been one of the most agreeable entertainments ever given in the capital of Victoria. Although the building in its daily garb cannot boast either of architectural beauty or sculptured ornament, yet on this occasion it wore a brilliancy and splendour we have seldom seen surpassed, even in the mother country . . . The band of the 99th Regiment was in attendance, and played many select pieces of music, in addition to Mr. Peck's band, which was engaged for the dancing. Mr. Denning acted as the Master of the Ceremonies, and evinced great management in carrying out the prescribed programme . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Peck (musician); Band of the 99th Regiment (military, from Hobart)

"MR. DENNING'S QUADRILLE ASSEMBLIES", The Argus (15 May 1854), 5

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Another of these assemblies will come off this evening at the Protestant Hall. As one of the best of the numerous dancing rooms of the city, it deserves patronage. Mr. Denning has always conducted his balls respectably, and has generally contrived to get such company as will conduct themselves so too.

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 October 1854), 8

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EXHIBITION - Select Quadrille Assembly, Protestant Hall. This Evening.
This Assembly takes place by the desire or several respectable families, in celebration of the Opening of the Exhibition.
Visitors of known respectability only will be admitted. C. P. Denning.

ASSOCIATIONS: Victorian Exhibition 1854 (event)

"ODD-FELLOWS' BALL", The Argus (2 August 1855), 5

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A ball in aid of the Patriotic Fund was given yesterday evening, in the hall of the Exhibition Building, by the "Manchester Unity of Odd-Fellows." Above five hundred ladies and gentlemen were present on the occasion, among whom were the Governor and Lady Hotham . . . and, under the inspiriting strains of the bands of the 12th and 40th regiments, the business of the evening proceeded most pleasantly. The twenty-four dances set down in the programme were followed by a few more, and the festivities were kept up till a late hour . . . Mr. Denning was a most efficient Master of the Ceremonies . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and Jane Hotham (governor and wife); Band of the 12th Regiment (military); Band of the 40th Regiment (military); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 September 1855), 8

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BALL - A Full Dress Ball will come off at the Belvidere Hotel, Victoria-parade, on Tuesday, the llth inst.
A full and efficient Quadrille Band is engaged. Master of Ceremonies, Mr. Denning.
Tickets to admit a gentleman and lady, One guinea, including supper.
Dancing to commence at half-past 8 o'clock. Tickets may be obtained at the Hotel, or of Mr. Denning.

Immigrants Arriving under the Indenture System, Tasmania, per Anglesey to Melbourne, thence to Launceston per Royal Shepherd, arrived 23 November 1855; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1496106; CB7/12/1/12 Bk35 p54

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/1496106 

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1107 / Obbard Harriet / 24 / C. [of] E. / [born] London / Nurse Maid / W. H. Browne, L.L.D. / [indentured] Jan'y 23

hhttps://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/71326:2696 (PAYWALL)

Obbard, Harriett, 24, London, nursemaid, [on application of] Rev. W. H. Brown, [per] Anglesey, Launceston, via Melbourne, Nov. 23 [sic], 1855.

Diary of John Buckley Castieau, Melbourne, VIC, October 1855 to February 1856; original MS, National Library of Australia; transcribed and edited by Mark Finnane, online at Centre for 21st Century Humanities, University of Newcastle

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21875533 

https://c21ch.newcastle.edu.au/textmaptext/castieaudiaries (TRANSCRIPT)

[Wednesday 10 October 1855] . . . Reed & his cousin are but little better acquainted with dancing than myself & we all have long felt the bar to progress it is to be unable to take share in the amusements of the Ball Room. I am determined at once to begin & though it may look foolish shall take lessons of Mr. Denning forthwith. Reed and I called at a Mr. Lloyd's dancing Rooms and found the professor [Denning] to be a very dirty little man, who at our entrance was smoking a short pipe. There was nothing certainly of the poetry of motion in his appearance & yet he appeared very confident of his powers. He had 45 pupils, whom he taught two nights a week, on the other two he held a Ball, entrance to which was by a ticket valued at 4 shillings. Mr. Lloyd showed us with great complacency, a dusty little room with a very questionable broken Sofa standing in it & which apparently serves the purpose of Bedstead after the revellers have departed & Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd are left to their domestic Bliss. The apartment however was introduced to us as the ladies retiring room. Another Room exactly similar & separated from it by a partition Mr. Lloyd called the Gentlemen's Lounge. The little fellow apparently considered us dazzled & told us the class commenced tomorrow evening & that we must pay in advance. Went to a Bazaar at the Mechanics in the evening spent upwards of a pound & somehow or other happened to lose another from my pocket.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Buckley Castieau (diarist, theatrical amateur; remained Denning's pupil until he - Castieau - left Melbourne for Beechworth in March 1856); Joseph Reed (pupil); Charles Lloyd (dancing master)

[Friday 12 October 1855] . . . Messrs. Reed & I proceeded at six o clock to Mr. Dennings and at once commenced to learn to dance after first paying our instructor a soveriegn [sic] for which we are to receive four lessons. I felt rather bashful but however was pleased with the easy off handed manner of our Teacher & shall endeavour to profit as much as possible from his instructions. Took Tea with Mr. Reed and practised a little while the steps we had learnt.

[Tuesday 23 October 1855] . . . Called on Messrs. Reed and accompanied them to take another dancing lesson, find these private lessons are becoming too public and that during them Mr. Denning has many more pupils than to whom he can pay attention Intend joining the class and went this evening to look at it, saw a great many respectable looking people quite as great muffs as myself, so shall pluck up courage & join the Band forthwith . . .

[Friday 11 January 1856] . . . Went to Mr. Denning's Dancing Class in the evening & should have got on very well but that I am confoundedly bashful of beginning.

[Friday 25 January 1856] . . . took a Dancing lesson at Mr. Denning's Class. Stood up for the First Set & got through it after great labour & difficulty. Danced a Polka with rather a nice girl & afterwards did the Schottishe with Denning.

[Friday 1 February 1856] . . . In the evening attended Denning's Dancing Class & took a more active part in the instruction than I had previously done.

[Friday 22 February 1856] . . . Attended Dancing Class in the evening did not however derive much profit or recreation, there are too many male pupils & in consequence, it requires a good deal of pushing & manouvering [sic] to get a partner. My spirit somehow or other is too proud to allow me to struggle among a lot of hobby de hoys for the fair hands of Mr. Denning's protegees and so I have to sit down [illegible] while the dancing is going on.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 June 1856), 8

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COLLINGWOOD HALL, Gertrude-street, Messrs. Wood, proprietors. Swan Hotel.
The Weekly Quadrille Assembly will be held on Thursday Evening,
under the direction of Mr. Denning, professor of dancing, to whom application for ladies' tickets may be made, or to Messrs. Wood.

[Advertisement], The Argus (5 March 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7145616

TUITION in DANCING - Academy, Protestant Hall; Schools attended. C. P. Denning, pupil of D'Albert, Cellarius, Coulon, &c.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles D'Albert (dancing master, composer); Henri Cellarius (dancing master), Antoine Coulon (dancing master)

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 April 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7148296 

MISS OBBARD, lately from Launceston, is requested to call at 5, Kyte's-building, Collingwood.

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (25 July 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154833173 

DANCING. - La Varsoviana. - Ladies may acquire this Dance in private lessons. C. P. Denning, Protestant Hall.

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 June 1858), 8

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MR. DENNING'S WEEKLY QUADRILLE PARTY, this evening, Protestant Hall.
Ladies to produce the Assembly cards on entrance; pupils to show the class tickets. It is requested that visitors appear well dressed.
Hint, - Mr. Denning cannot devote his time to the interpretation of badly written, worse spelt, and illiterate productions of anonymous scribblers.
EMPIRE QUADRILLE. This new dance, the production of the recent Congress of Dancing Masters, held in Vienna,
has been transmitted, with its original music, to Mr. Denning, and will be prepared by him, in the first instance, for the stage.

[Advertisement], The Argus (15 September 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5688126

GRAND UNITED ORDER of ODD FELLOWS, Prince of Wales Lodge, No. 926.
A BALL and SUPPER Will be held At the Assembly Rooms, Gertrude-street, Collingwood, On THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15.
In Commemoration of the 11th Anniversary and In Aid of the Widow and Orphan Fund of the above Lodge . . .
Mr. C. P. Denning, M.C.; Mr. Cousin, leader of the Orchestra.
Tickets to be had of Mr. C. P. Denning, Protestant Hall, Melbourne . . .
Double ticket, 12s. 6d.; single tickets, 7s. 6d.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Charles Cousins (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (31 October 1860), 8

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MISS OBBARD, TEACHER of DANCING, late of Protestant Hall, assistant to Mr. Gilfillan, St. Patrick's Hall.

ASSOCIATIONS: J. R. Gilfillan (dancing master)

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 December 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5695093 

MR. DENNING'S usual WEEKLY QUADRILLE PARTY THIS EVENING, Protestant Hall.
It is expected that all visitors of both sexes observe the rule in reference to attire, no slovenly dressed person being received.
Ladies are reminded to produce the Assembly card of entrance, or admittance will be refused.
The private soiree on Thursday evening next.
The tuition classes (under able masters) Wednesday and Friday evenings.
The singing class is filling up, and will commence immediately after the holidays under Mr. Henry King, organist of St. James Cathedral, &c.
Note. - Picnic parties the holidays may be supplied with musicians from Mr. Denning's band and the class rooms may be hired for dance parties.
Leader of the assembly band, Mr. H. Cousins; principal is the assistant teacher, Mr. G. Smart.
The Scotch Reel and Hornpipe Class, &c., is under the highly approved and able tuition of Mr. W. Mason.
The special cards introducing to the Thursday evening private party are obtainable only upon calling at the hall.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry John King (singing class instructor); George John Smart (dancing instructor); W. Mason (dancing instructor)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (21 August 1862), 5

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A ball given by the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, Australian Lodge, in aid of the Lancashire Relief Fund, took place at the orderly room of the Sandridge Naval Brigade, on Tuesday day evening. About two hundred persons were present . . . Denning's quadrille band discoursed some excellent music, and the enjoyment of the visitors appeared to be complete. and altogether the ball was one of the most successful which has been given in Sandridge for some time past.

[News], The Argus (19 August 1865), 5

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The members of the Emerald-hill Corps of Volunteer Artillery gave a ball in their Orderly-room last evening. The company numbered nearly 200 . . . Dancing commenced shortly after nine o'clock, to the music of Denning's band, and was continued throughout the evening with great animation.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (18 May 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article155044696 

The success of the Volunteer Ball, at the Eastern-hill drill-room, last evening, was greatly marred by the unfavorable state of the weather, which was, no doubt, the cause of the limited attendance . . . The musical arrangements were under the direction of Mr. Denning's quadrille band.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (22 July 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article185507396 

MESSRS. S. SOLCBERG AND SON, of the Australian Clothing Factory, on Saturday last entertained their employes to a dejeuner and ball. About two hundred artizans and officials connected with the establishment were present. The entertainment took place in a building intended for the hat and cap manufactory, which was suitably decorated for the occasion. Mr. Denning's band enlivened the proceedings with appropriate music . . .

"THE PARTY OUTRAGE IN MELBOURNE", Empire (26 December 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60848932

The inquest into the cause of the death of the boy Cross was continued on Thursday. Cornelius Denning, teacher of music at the Protestant Hall, said that on the 26th of November (the day before the riot) he was in the hall all day and all night up to 10 o'clock. He was upstairs giving some instruction as to the lighting of the gas, when a stone was thrown, which passed by his head; and as he wished to have no connection with the quarrels of the institution, he went downstairs out of the way. On the morning of the 27th he went up to his rooms, and was not out of them till 4 o'clock. He saw Frencham there, and there were men upstairs hammering, but he did not go to see who they were. He went to his residence at Richmond, and remained there until about half-past 10, when he came back to the hall, and found a large crowd there. He entered the hall by the back door, near Frencham's rooms, and saw several constables in possession of his premises. The door A, entering the dancing-room, was locked by witness, and the key taken away by him. Another door, of which evidence had before been given, was not made to open. The door leading from the yard was left open. There was no fastening to the windows of the dancing rooms, as they were swung on a pivot. It was possible, but very improbable, for persons to get through the windows. The window of witness room was fastened with a small wedge of wood, and it had not been disturbed. He gave the police every assistance. Never told any person that he could tell who fired the shots, as he was quite ignorant on the subject. He had no firearms in his possession . . .
The Coroner then summed up, and the jury, after a lengthy deliberation, returned the following verdict: "We find that the boy Cross came by hie death from a gunshot wound, received from the discharge of firearms from the Protestant-hall; and we find that the following persons were present and guilty of the firing: Samuel Clark, James Girvin, Joseph Hines, William Mitchell, John Mitchell, and James Mitchell . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: The riot was caused by militant Orange supporters, protesting against supposed Roman Catholic slights to the visiting Prince Alfred; see [Editorial], The Argus (29 November 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5784677 

And further on the death of the victim, William Cross: "THE PROTESTANT HALL OUTRAGE. INQUEST ON THE BOY CROSS", The Age (19 December 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article185508635 

"MARRIAGE", The Argus (31 May 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5831128 

DENNING - OBBARD. - On the 10th inst., at Erskine Church, Carlton, by special licence, by Rev. James Ballantyne, C. P. Denning to Harriet, daughter of the late Captain Obbard, and niece to Alderman Obbard, city of London.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (20 December 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199378240 

To celebrate the formation of the Victorian Chemists' Assistants' Association, the beneficial results of which are already being appreciated, a soiree and ball were held last evening in Weber's assembly rooms, Elizabeth-street. There were about 150 persons present, and Mr. Denning supplied the music . . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (16 June 1874), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5872166 

MR. DENNING'S Instruction CLASS. This Evening, Tuesday, as usual, 180 Little Collins-street, next Protestant hall.

"Deaths", The Argus (17 June 1874), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5872251

DENNING. - On the 16th inst., at his late residence, No 180 Little Collins street east, Mr. Cornelius Peter Denning

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The Herald (17 June 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244333497 

A very old resident of Melbourne died yesterday evening. We refer to Mr. Denning, the well known dancing master. Mr. Denning, who was seventy-three years of age when he died, had been in the practice of his profession in Melbourne for over twenty-three years, and during that time used the Protestant Hall as his assembly room. Dropsy was the immediate cause of death.

"MELBOURNE (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) Wednesday evening [17 June]", Geelong Advertiser (18 June 1874), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147369320 

Mr. Denning, the dancing master, died yesterday, aged 73. He was much liked by his pupils, and notwithstanding his years would, in the performance of his duties, skip about as nimbly as the nimblest of those whom be taught.

Will and probate, Cornelius Peter Denning, 1874; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/1CAD2281-F52E-11E9-AE98-BD00E09D98AC?image=1 (DIGITISED - WILL)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/5642AFEB-F1E0-11E9-AE98-2187E8D4DB49?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/694B12E7-F1D0-11E9-AE98-09E67E57C9FF?image=1 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 June 1874), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5872999 

MRS. DENNING'S CLASSES for Instruction will RE-COMMENCE to-morrow evening, Tuesday, 7 o'clock, as usual, 180 Little Collins-street.

"DEATHS", The Age (22 February 1904), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197230764 

DENNING - On the 21st February, at her residence, No. 6 Black-street, South Brunswick, Harriet, relict of the late Cornelius P. Denning, aged 67 years.

DENTITH, Alfred Jackson (Alfred Jackson DENTITH; A. J. DENTITH)

Musician, professor of music, teacher of the violin and piano, pianist, violinist, piano tuner

Born Edge Hill, Liverpool, England, 1829; son of John DENTITH (c. 1788-1868) and Mary JACKSON (c. 1787-1874)
Arrived Hobart, TAS, 26 September 1854 (per Templeman, from Liverpool 19 May)
Married Sarah ROSE (1843-1911), Hobart, TAS, 26 January 1864
Died Hobart, TAS, 13 July 1913

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Alfred+Jackson+Dentith+1829-1913 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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DENTITH, Mary (Mary DENTITH; Mrs. Alfred Henry BOWDEN)

Musician, music teacher, composer

Born Hobart, TAS, 19 October 1864; daughter of Alfred DENTITH and Sarah Rose YOUNG
Married Alfred H. E. BOWDEN, Hobart, TAS, 11 September 1886
Died Scottsdale, TAS, 17 December 1950

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Dentith+Bowden+1864-1950 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Summary:

Dentith was a pupil of Henry Francis Aldridge (1815-1864), a musicseller, who was violinist and leader of the Liverpool Philharmonic Society in the 1840s (later active in Belfast), and of Michael Costa. He also studied in Hamburg, with the pianist and composer, Jacob Schmitt (1803-1853), whose nephew Carl Schmitt also later came to Tasmania.

He arrived in Hobart on 26 September 1854, with his parents, John Dentith (c. 1788-1868) and Mary Jackson (c. 1787-1874), and his elder siblings Henry Dentith (d. 1880, aged 64) and Harriet Dentith (d. 1892, aged 59), who carried on the family business as bakers and pastrycooks.

According to his own account, his first professional music engagement in the colony was playing piano for Phillis Seal (d. 1877), a prominent local business figure, though in what context remains unclear; one possibility is the fancy dress ball she gave in August 1855.

A Collard & Collard boudoir grand piano, dated c. 1897, which belonged to Arthur and Mary Bowden, was donated by the family in 2012 to the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, Launceston.

Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, West Derby, Lancashire; Uk National Archives, HO107/2192

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/8860/NTTHO107_2192_2192-0888 (PAYWALL)

Mary Dentith / Head / 65 / Confectioner / [born] ? Chester
Henry Dentith / Son / 34 / Shopman in Baker's shop / . . .
Marriet [Dentith] / Daug. / 29 / . . .
Alfred [Dentith] / Son / 22 / Professor of Music / [Liverpool Lancashire] . . .

Slater's directory of Liverpool and its suburbs, 1855 [sic] (1854 listing)

Dentith Alfred Jackson, stationer, circulating library, & professor of music, 24 Wavertree road, Edge Hill

Hobart Town, TAS (from 24 September 1854):

"ARRIVALS", The Hobarton Mercury [TAS] (27 September 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3334026

24 - Barque Templeman, 561 tons, W. Murphy, from Liverpool 19th May, with general cargo Passengers - Mr., Mrs., Miss and Master Sharpe, Mr., Mrs, Miss Dentith, Messrs. Dentith (2), Mrs. Roger and 3 children. Agent, McPherson & Francis.

[Advertisement], The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (14 May 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2483789

VAN DIEMEN'S LAND MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. FOUNDED IN 1827 . . .
MUSIC CLASS. Conductor, Mr. J. J. Salier. Leader, Mr. W. Russell. Pianist, Mr. J. Dentith.
The Class for the Study and Practice of Vocal and Instrumental Music meets every Friday evening, at half-past six o'clock.
It is earnestly requested that all Members of the Institute interested in the cultivation of this Science give the Class their support and attendance.
Provision is made for instruction in the elements of Music on a popular plan. One hour every practice evening will be devoted to this branch.
It is proposed to give occasional Public Musical Entertainments in the course of the Lecture Session.
Subscriptions - Members 1s. 6d. per month. Non-members 3s. per month.
Annual Cards of Membership admitting Members and their Families to all the advantages of the Institute, £1; quarterly, 5s. Apprentices, Youths, and Mechanics, annual, 10s.; quarterly, 2s. 6d.
Subscriptions for the Second Quarter are now due. By order of the Committee of Management,
MURRAY BURGESS, Secretary. Committee Room, May 12, 1855.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Jabez Salier (musician); William Wilkins Russell (musician); Mechanics' Institute (Hobart association and venue)

[Advertisement], The Hobarton Mercury (14 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3338173

MUSIC. MR. A. DENTITH 1G3 Macquarie-street, teacher of the Violin and Piano Forte.
Piano Fortes, tuned, &c. orders can be left with Mr. Westcott Librarian Collins-street or with Mr. Dentith Macquarie-street.
Terms on application.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (24 November 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8794578

MUSIC. MR. DENTITH has the honor to inform the Inhabitants of Hobart Town and its vicinity
that he is now enabled to supply a first-rate STRINGED BAND for quadrille parties, pic-nics, flower shows, &c.
Parties can have any number of instruments they may require.
Solo Pianoforte, Mr. Dentith: Duo, Flute and Piano, Mr. Gagliardi and Mr. Dentith.
P.S. - Country engagements punctually attended to.

ASSOCIATIONS: Giacinto Gagliardi (musician)

[Advertisement], The Mercury (21 December 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8795142 

A GRAND BALL WILL BE HELD ON BOXING NIGHT, 26th December, 1860.
The co-operation of the VOLUNTEERS of the Southern District of the Colony is requested, in order to make the affair a reunion of the Several Corps . . .
Mr. Dentith's celebrated Band of Twelve Performers has been engaged for the occasion.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (4 January 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8795435 

BAZAAR IN AID OF ST. JOHN'S PARSONAGE . . .
will be held at Del Sarte's Rooms, on THURSDAY and FRIDAY, January 3rd and 4th . . .
Vocal and Instrumental Music will be performed in the Room by Mr. Dentith, and Signor Gagliardi . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Del Sarte's Rooms (Hobart venue)

[Advertisement], The Mercury (17 January 1861), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8795732 

MESSRS. GAGLIARDI & DENTITH HAVE the honor to announce that they intend
OPENING the ASSEMBLY ROOMS, Bathurst-street, on THURSDAY EVENING, the 17th instant. Dancing to commence at eight o'clock.

1864, marriages in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:864983; RGD37/1/23 no 192

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/864983 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-23p102j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 27 / 192 / 26th January 1864 Hobart Town / Alfred Jackson Dentith / 32 / Professor of Music . . .
Sarah Rose / 20 / Spinster . . . Married in the residence of Mr. Young, 8 Patrick Street . . . of the Congregational Church . . .

"MARRIAGES", The Mercury (28 January 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8824167 

On the 26th instant, by the Rev. J. W. Simmons, at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. A. J. Dentith, to Sarah Rose, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Young.

1864, births in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:968787; RGD33/1/9 Image 39 no 7267

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/968787 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-9$init=RGD33-1-9_39 (DIGITISED)

No. 7267 / 19th October [1864] / Mary / female / [daughter of] Alfred Jackson Dentith / Sarah Dentith (formerly Rose) / Professor of Music / . . . Victoria Street . . .

"BIRTH", The Mercury (22 October 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8829062 

DENTITH. - On the 19th inst., the wife of Mr. A. J. Dentith, of a daughter.

"Marriages", The Mercury (18 September 1886), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9126668

BOWDEN - DENTITH. - On September 11, at 124, Macquarie-street, by the Rev. J. W. Simmons, Alfred H. E. Bowden, to Mary Dentith.

"MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC (By Semibreve)", Daily Post [Hobart, TAS] (8 January 1909), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article181627994

Mr. A. J. Dentith, who has been associated with the musical profession in Hobart for the last 50 years, celebrated his 80th birthday on Monday last at his residence, in Paternoster-street near Trinity Church. At the suggestion of a mutual acquaintance I called upon him, and wished him many happy returns of the day. He received me very courteously, and in the course of a friendly chat he recalled several reminiscences of his past career.
He told me he was trained under H. F. Aldridge, the leader of the Philharmonic Society in Liverpool, to which Mr. Dentith was attached as a violinist. In 1854, at the age of 25, he left Liverpool and came to Hobart with his parents. His first engagement here was with Mrs. Seal, as a pianist, after which he played the violin at the theatre, which was then controlled by Mr. Watson. It was in the same place as now, although since then, of course, it has been considerably improved. Mr. Dentith remembers that in those days the scenery used to come from the sides instead of from above. Besides playing in the orchestra, Mr. Dentith devoted a good deal of time to teaching, but when asked to draw on his reminiscences about the most noteworthy of his pupils he shook his head, and said he would, rather not.

He has many pleasant recollections of Tapfield and Schott, leading conductors of local orchestral societies in the years gone by. The former was a pianist, and the latter a master of the oboe. Of the two, Tapfield was first in point of time, but Schott was first in point of merit. After a long life devoted to the most fascinating of the arts, Mr. Dentith is spending the evening of his days in quiet, cheered by the affection of his family. The little sitting-room where he received me spoke eloquently of the past. Over the mantelpiece was a fine engraving of the well-known picture depicting the stupendous scene at the opening of the sixth seal . . . In the corner was a Broadwood piano, which had seen its best days. The fingers of a former generation had word deep ruts in the ivory of the keys, the color had faded, and it was not in the best of tune, but the notes were still fairly true . . . I asked the veteran If he would favor me with an air, but he shook his head, and said he rarely played now . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Phillis Seal (musical amateur); Feltham Bold Watson (theatre manager); Samuel Tapfield (musician); James Arthur Schott (musician); Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

"DEATHS", Daily Post (14 July 1913), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article163489717

DENTITH. - On Sunday, July 13, 1913, at Hobart, Alfred J. Dentith, in the 85th year of his age. Funeral will arrive at Mortuary Chapel, Queenborough Cemetery, at 10.30 p.m. TO-MORROW (TUESDAY), 15th inst.

"PERSONAL", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (18 July 1913), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article152871946 

At Hobart last Sunday there passed away Mr. Alfred Jackson Dentith, who was Tasmania's oldest musician, and had reached the ripe age of 85 years. He was highly respected, both by the profession and a large circle of past pupils, many of whom have distinguished themselves in amateur and professional circles throughout the Commonwealth. He was born at Edge Hill, Liverpool, being the youngest son of John Dentith, a prominent bookseller of that city. His mother was the daughter of the famous Liverpool surgeon, Dr. Jackson. From early life his parents intended him for a musical career. He studied violin, pianoforte, harmony, and counterpoint with a prominent Liverpool musician, Mr. Aldridge, and later with Mr. Costa, afterwards Sir Michael Costa. The deceased also went to Hamburg, Germany, where he continued his studies for some years, with the eminent composers-pianist, Herr Jacob Schmidt, uncle of the late Carl Schmidt [Schmitt], who was a resident of Tasmania for some years, and a partner of Mr. Dentith's for a considerable period. With some friends, he came to Tasmania in the year 1852, the sailing vessel taking six months to accomplish the voyage. The deceased soon acquired a large practice at Hobart, and for many years his name was a household word in the South. He frequently gave violin recitals with the late Mr. F. A. Packer, whose songs and compositions have gained world-wide fame. He was organist of the Union Congregational Church for many years, and officiated in the same capacity for a lengthy period at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Hobart. He also led the orchestra for the late Martin Simonsen on his visits to Tasmania with his fine opera company. His wife pre-deceased him some two years ago. He leaves several sons and daughters, all of whom are grown up, amongst whom is Mrs. A. H. Bowden, of this city, who was trained as a teacher of music by her father quite early in life. His remains were laid to rest in Queensborough cemetery last Tuesday.

ASSOCIATIONS: Michael Costa (English musician); Jacob Schmitt (German musician); Carl Schmitt (musician); Frederick Augustus Packer (musician); Martin Simonsen (musician)

"MUSICAL", Examiner (17 August 1918), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50995536

Mrs. Alfred H. BOWDEN, who comes of a well-known and very musical family (the late Professor A. J. Dentith, who studied with Sir Michael Costa, and for some years at the Conservatoire of Music, Hamburg, being her father), lately decided to publish some of her musical works. The "Melody in A Flat," now on the market, is a simple, melodious composition for the piano, in ternary or song form. Part I is gentle, flowing, and attractive, while part II forms an excellent contract [sic] in its bright, rhythmic swing. The whole piece is well balanced, and being technically easy, will prove not only educational, but also a boon to young players on the look-out for a pleasing drawing-room piece.

"MUSIC & MUSICIANS. Mr. Frank Bowden. Hobart's Music in Earlier Days", The Mercury (29 August 1928), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article29774597

"OBITUARIES", Examiner (22 December 1950), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article52799479

MRS. MARY BOWDEN, who died at Scottsdale on Sunday, was for 45 years a successful teacher of music in Launceston and a noted composer. She was the eldest daughter of the late Mr. Alfred Jackson Dentith, a well-known Hobart musician. For some time she was organist at the Union Chapel (now the Hobart Repertory Theatre). For 14 years she was organist at St. Andrew's Church, Launceston. Up to the time of her death, Mrs. Bowden received royalties for her compositions. Mrs. Bowden was the proud possessor of a letter written personally by the late Dame Nellie Melba, congratulating her on one of her songs, "The Laughing Cavalier." Mrs. Bowden was the first professional accompanist at the Launceston competitions in 1902, and she retained this position for five years. She was also pianist for the Musical Union conducted by the late Mr. J. H. Fray, F.N.I.C., a former organist of St. John's Church, Launceston. Since her husband's death in 1932, she had lived with her son-in-law, Mr. P. H. Fry, Scottsdale, and her sister, Miss Dentith. She had a family of one son (deceased) and four daughters - Mesdames David Gibson (deceased), P. H. Fry (deceased), J. C Macmichael (Hobart), and A. E. Pepper (Launceston). Private interment took place at Carr Villa Cemetery on Tuesday.

See also "OBITUARY. MR. A. H. BOWDEN", Examiner (4 June 1932), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article51742850 

Musical works:

Ballade in D minor, pianoforte solo by Mary Bowden (Mrs. Alfred H. Bowden), op. 36, to Frances Margorie Allen ([Launceston: Author, [1928])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19289081

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164362641 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: The dedicatee, Marjorie Allen (1910-1985), was a pupil of Bowden, and in turn teacher of Peter Sculthorpe.

DERRINGTON, Edwin Henry (Edwin Henry DERRINGTON; E. H. DERRINGTON; Mr. DERRINGTON)

Musical amateur, amateur vocalist, lecturer on music, journalist, politician, amateur painter

Born Birmingham, England, 1 July 1830; baptised Carr's Lane Independent meeting house, 15 August 1830, son of Edwin DERRINGTON (1801-1885) and Susanna BUGGINS
Married (1) Elizabeth SHEAD (d. 1853), Birmingham, England, 28 September 1852
Arrived Adelaide, SA, by mid 1854 (? via Melbourne)
Married (2) Elizabeth Rosa EKERS, Walkerville, SA, 1 September 1855
Died Kensington Park, SA, 14 October 1899, aged "69"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Edwin+Henry+Derrington+1830-1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-567405 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DERRINGTON-Edwin (shareable link to this entry)

DERRINGTON, Rosa (Elizabeth Rosa EKERS; Mrs. Edwin Henry DERRINGTON; Rosa DERRINGTON; Mrs. DERRINGTON)

Amateur musician, vocalist, contralto

Born Exeter, England, 19 May 1837; baptised Holy Trinity, Exeter, 25 June 1837, daughter of William EKERS (d. SA, 1881) and Mary BAZLEY (d. SA, 1875)
Arrived Adelaide, SA, by 11 September 1854 (per Confiance, from Plymouth, 9 June)
Married Edwin Henry DERRINGTON, Walkerville, SA, 1 September 1855
Died Alberton, SA, 7 May 1911, aged "74"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Rosa+Ekers+Derrington+1837-1911 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DERRINGTON-Rosa (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, Carris Lane chapel (Independent), Birmingham, 1830; UK National Archives, RG4/2891

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1422127:2972 (PAYWALL)

1830 August 15 / Edwin Henry / [place] Bordesley / [born] July 1 / [son of] Edwin Derrington / Susanna Buggins / Bordsley in the Parish of Aston / . . .

Baptisms, Holy Trinity, Exeter, Devon, 1837; England, select births and christenings

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/51414289:9841 (PAYWALL)

25 June 1837 / born 19 May 1837 / Elizabeth Rosa daughter of / William and Mary / Ekers

England census, 30 March 1851, Deritend, Aston, Warwickshire; UK National Archives, HO107/2060

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/8860/WARHO107_2060_2061-0052/9265900 (PAYWALL)

Edwin Derrington / Head / 50 / Minister / [born] Warwickshire Birm.
Susannah Derrington / Wife / 49 / - / [Warwickshire Birm.] . . .
Edwin Henry [Derrington] / Son / 20 / Printer Compositor / [Warwickshire Birm.] . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Exeter St. Lawrence, Devon; UK National Archives, HO107/869/145/13

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/DEVHO107_1868_1869-0518?pId=5726012 (PAYWALL)

254 Hight St. / William Ekers / Head / Mar. / Saddler & Harness Maker Journeyman / [born] Devon
Mary / Wife / 48 // Mary Ann / Daur. / 25 / Milliner // John / 22 / Sadler's Asist. // William / 19 / Tailor Improver //
Elizabeth Rosa / Daur. / 13 / Scholar // Charles / 11 // [all born] Devon Exeter

Adelaide, SA (from 1854):

"MARRIED", Adelaide Observer [SA] (8 September 1855), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158105330 

On Saturday last, at St. Andrew's Church, Walkerville, by the Rev. G. H. Farr, Head Master of the Collegiate School of St. Peter's, Mr. E. H. Derrington to Rosa, second daughter of Mr. Wm. Ekers, formerly of Exeter, both of this city.

"HERR LINGER'S CONCERT", Adelaide Times (26 September 1855), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207073763 

A concert of sacred music, under the patronage of his Excellency the Governor and Lady Macdonnell, was given at Neales' Exchange last evening by Herr Linger, who was assisted on the occasion by Miss Chalker and Miss Petman, aided by an efficient chorus, members of the Choral Society, and also the German Liedertafel. The orchestra also, including many amateurs of the Society, under the able leadership of Mr. Chapman, was very effective . . . [3] . . . The most successful efforts of the evening, however, were the aria from "Elijah," "O, Rest in the Lord," sung by a lady amateur, Mrs. Derrington, with the most pleasing effect; the intonations of her voice, which is of exquisite sweetness, being well adapted to the character of the piece . . . An air, in the second part, by Shultz, was admirably sung by Miss Petman, and encored, and a duett, "What Holy Calm." The duett, which is a divine inspiration of Beethoven, and the accompaniment most delicious, was sung by Mrs. Derrington and another lady amateur, eliciting a unanimous encore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Linger (musician); Richard and Blanche Macdonnell (governor and wife); Marie Chalker (vocalist); Mary Ann Pettman (vocalist); William Chapman (violin, leader); Adelaide Choral Society (association); Deutsche Liedertafel (Adelaide association); Exchange Rooms (Adelaide venue)

MUSIC: What holy calm (adapted from Beethoven by Edward Taylor)

"NORTH ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY", Adelaide Times (18 January 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207088566 

A concert of the above Society took place yesterday at the Lefevre-terrace Chapel, North Adelaide . . . The attendance, we regret to say, was not very numerous, but no doubt to the gratification of the members, comprising some of the very influential inhabitants of that district. Previous to the more harmonious portion of the proceedings, an address to the audience was delivered by Mr. Derrington, whose zeal and energy on behalf of the Society cannot be too largely commended. His address, after commenting upon the many advantages to be derived from sacred harmonic societies, called attention to the want of members and subscribers in North Adelaide, and concluded by expressing a hope that that evening's meeting would be successful in obtaining the result for which it was started. At the termination of his address the speaker was vehemently applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: North Adelaide Choral Society (association)

"ODDFELLOWS, M.U.", Adelaide Times (15 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207089392 

The anniversary dinner of this order took place at the Land of Promise Inn, Hindmarsh, yesterday evening, P.G. Gould was the chairman for the occasion, Dr. E. Mortimer was the vice. After a fine old English spread had been duly discussed, the usual loyal toasts were given, varied by genuine comic and sentimental songs . . . The harmony of the evening was ably supported by the efforts of Messrs. Derrington, Rice, and Nut. An efficient band was in attendance . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (8 July 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207093603 

WHITE'S SPLENDID CONCERT AND ASSEMBLY ROOMS, KING WILLIAM-STREEET.
By desire and under the immediate PATRONAGE OF LADY MACDONNELL, who will kindly honour the Concert with her presence.
MADAME CLARISSE CAILLY . . . will have the honour, previous, to her leaving, of giving a
GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, ON TUESDAY EVENING, JULY 8th, 1856 . . .
PROGRAMME . . . Grand Finale - "RULE BRITANNIA," with Chorus, Madame Cailly, Miss Chalker, Mr. Daniel, and Mr. Derrington . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Clarisse Cailly (vocalist); Josiah Wyke Daniel (vocalist); White's Rooms (Adelaide venue)

"NEWS OF THE DAY", Adelaide Times (5 January 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207158225 

Mr. Derrington, formerly of the Adelaide Times, but now of the Melbourne Argus, has accepted the appointment of Station Master of the Electric Telegraph department at Mount Gambier.

"LECTURE ON MUSIC", Border Watch [Mount Gambier, SA] (12 August 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article77009243 

On Monday evening Mr. Derrington delivered in the National Schoolhouse a lecture on "Music and its Influences." He gave a rapid and comprehensive history of the rise and progress of music, pointing out its influence on national tastes and habits; next treating it as a domestic amusement, showing its power and influence over families and individuals, then as applied to the service of God, where it enabled the devout faithful to offer up to God the only fitting praise. The lecturer, assisted by several ladies and gentlemen, gave at the close of the lecture, a choice selection of musical pieces and songs, which were highly applauded . . .

"MOONTA CHORAL SOCIETY", Yorke's Peninsula Advertiser and Miners' and Farmers' Journal (23 February 1877), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article216038041 

A meeting of the members of this Society was held in the Institute on Wednesday evening, for the transaction of business, Mr. Derrington presiding . . .

"DEATHS", The Express and Telegraph (16 October 1899), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article209515498 

DERRINGTON. - On the 14th October, at his residence, Kensington Park, Edwin Henry Derrington, aged 69 years.

"DEATH OF MR. E. H. DERRINGTON. A CHEQUERED CAREER", South Australian Register (16 October 1899), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article54852791 

. . . Mr. Derrington was an old colonist and a familiar figure during many years in South Australian public life, journalism, Civil Service, and other spheres of activity which afforded scope for his remarkable versatility. His career was a chequered one, and typical of the vicissitudes of Australian life. He was born in July, 1830, at Birmingham, and was the son of a clergyman, who is still alive and resident in that city. He worked as a compositor in his native place at the office of the principal daily paper, and early in his youth exchanged the typesetter's stick for the reporter's pencil. He married very young, and soon after the death of his first wife left England with the intention of proceeding to New Zealand, but landed in Melbourne, where he resided for some years. Obtaining an engagement in the "Argus" Office, he quickly rose to a responsible position on the literary staff of that paper, his duties including reporting in the Parliamentary gallery and contributing to the local "Punch," both in the literary and art departments. Eventually, however, he, removed to Adelaide, and secured employment in "The Register" Office, where during several years he distinguished himself in the literary department of the office. But his restless temperament impelled him to seek a change of occupation; and he chose that of a telegraph operator. He was appointed a telegraph station-master at Mount Gambier, where he was very successful in speculation, and amassed so much wealth as to be able to relinquish his post in the Civil Service . . .

"DEATHS", The Register (8 May 1911), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59038939 

DERRINGTON. - On the 7th May, at Alberton, Elizabeth Rosa, widow of the late Edwin Henry Derrington, of Kensington Park, aged 74 years.

"DESDA" = Jane DAVIS

DESPARD, Henry (Henry DESPARD; Colonel DESPARD; Major-general DESPARD)

Soldier, commander of the 17th and 99th Regiments in Australia and NZ

Born c. 1784/85
Married Anne RUSHWORTH, St. Luke, Chelsea, London, England, 1 June 1824
Arrived [1] (17th Regiment) Sydney, NSW, 7 February 1831 (per York, from Portsmouth, 29 September 1830)
Departed [1] (17th Regiment) Sydney, NSW, 5 March 1836 (per John Barry, for Bombay, India)
Arrived [2] (99th Regiment), Sydney, NSW, 19 February 1843 (per Earl Grey, from Deptford, 16 September 1842, via Hobart Town)
Departed [2] Hobart Town, TAS, 2 February 1855 (per Wellington, for England)
Died Heavitree, Devon, England, 30 April 1859, aged "74"

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DESPARD-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 17th Regiment (military); Band of the 99th Regiment (military)

DESPARD, Anne (Anne RUSHWORTH; Mrs. Henry DESPARD)

Musical patron, dedicatee

Born Isle of Wight, Hampshire, England, 9 February 1800; baptised Freshwater, Hampshire, 19 August 1801; daughter of Edward RUSHWORTH and Catherine Troughear HOLMES
Married Henry DESPARD, St. Luke, Chelsea, London, England, 1 June 1824
Arrived [1] (17th Regiment) Sydney, NSW, 7 February 1831 (per York, from Portsmouth, 29 September 1830)
Departed [1] (17th Regiment) Sydney, NSW, 5 March 1836 (per John Barry, for Bombay, India)
Arrived [2] (99th Regiment), Sydney, NSW, 19 February 1843 (per Earl Grey, from Deptford, 16 September 1842, via Hobart Town)
Departed [2] Hobart Town, TAS, 2 February 1855 (per Wellington, for England)
Died London, England, 9 July 1880

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Anne+Rushworth+Despard+1800-1880 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DESPARD-Anne-Rushworth (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, Freshwater, Hampshire, 1801; England, births and christenings

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/166845640:9841 (PAYWALL)

19 August 1801 / born 9 February 1800 / Anne daughter of / Edward and Catherine / Rushworth

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Luke Chelsea in the county of Middlesex in the year 1824; register 1818-29, page 76; London Metropolitan Archives, P74/LUK/204

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2185345:1623 (PAYWALL)

No. 923 / Henry Despard esquire of the parish of St. James Westminster . . . bachelor and Anne Rushworth of this parish spinster
were married in this church by licence this [1 June 1824] . . .

"Shipping Intelligence. PORT OF HOBART TOWN . . . CLEARED OUT", Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (3 February 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8779044 

FEB 2. Wellington, barque, 500, Lulham, for London, with wool &c. Passengers - General Despard, Mrs. Despard . . .

Musical dedications:

My lov'd, my happy home, an original ballad, the words & music composed and by permission most respectfully dedicated to Mrs. Colonel Despard 99th Lanarkshire Regiment by William Cleary, corporal of the band (Sydney: Hudson & Co., [1844])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/24560929

ONSITE PDF (free download)

[Advertisement], The Weekly Register of Politics, Facts and General Literature [Sydney, NSW] (17 August 1844), 88

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228136252 

NEW MUSIC. Just published, price 3s., "MY LOVED MY HAPPY HOME,"
AN Original Ballad, composed and respectfully dedicated to Mrs. Colonel Despard, 99th Lanarkshire Regiment, by William Cleary, Corporal of the Band.
To be had at the office of this paper, and of the composer at the Barracks.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Cleary (composer, 99th Regiment); George Hudson (publisher)

Bibliography and resources:

J. A. B. Crawford, "Henry Despard", Dictionary of New Zealand biography (1990; updated August 2020)

https://teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/1d9/despard-henry 

DE STORR, Madame (Madame Arthur de STORR) = Madame de STORR

Musician, harpist, painter, artist

DE THIERRY, Charles = Charles de THIERRY

Musician, pianist, piano teacher, composer, traveller

DETRICK, Francis (correctly Francis DITTRICH; Francis DITRICH; Francis DETRICK)

Musician, civilian master of the Band of the 73rd Regiment

Married Elizabeth WILKINSON, Collegiate church of St. Mary, St. Denys, and St. George, Manchester, England, 23 May 1803
Band arrived with regiment in Sydney, NSW, 28/30 December 1809 / 1 January 1810 (per Dromedary, from Yarmouth, 8 May)
Band departed Sydney, NSW, 5/6 April 1814 (per General Hewett, for Colombo, Ceylon, 17 August)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DETRICK-Francis (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATION: Band of the 73rd Regiment

Summary:

Francis Dittrich, musician, married Elizabeth Wilkinson at Manchester, England, on 23 May 1803. His name does not appear in paylists of the 73rd regiment, indicating probably that he was a civilian, employed directly by the officers, as master of the Band of the 73rd Regiment. It can be assumed that he arrived in and departed from NSW with the regiment.

Documentation:

Marriages, Manchester collegiate church of St. Mary, St. Denys, and St. George, 1803; Manchester Cathedral, archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/182448:2967 (PAYWALL)

No. 891 / Francis Dittrich of the parish & town of Manch'r Musician
and Elizbeth Wilkinson of Manchester were married in this church by Banns Pub'd May 8, 15, 22 1803 this [23 May 1803] . . .

Payment request, Lachlan Macquarie, for Francis Ditrich, 18 March 1814; Wentworth family papers, MS A763, 83, State Library of New South Wales

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/nvgPQRp1/rwZ66zoPQl7O7 (DIGITISED)

Sydney 18th March 1814
Sit, Please to pay to the bearer, Mr. Francis Ditrich, Master of the Band of the 72d Regiment, the sum of £2 11. - St'g in lieu of six pairs of shoes, one to his as a remuneration for conducting the Band in performing sacred music at the Church at Sydney, from 1st Oct'r 1812 to 31st March 1814 inclusive; charging the same to the Police Fund.
L. Macquarie.
To D. Wentworth Esq'r, Treasurer Police Fund.

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/nvgPQRp1/QDvg27gvkQ4BQ (DIGITISED)

Sydney March 11th 1814
Received of Darcy Wentworth Esquire Treasurer to the Police Fund the Sum of Two pounds Eleven Shillings Sterling agreeable to the within order.
Francis Dittrick
Witness Robert Jones

Payment to band, to 31 March 1814 New South Wales, Colonial Secretary's Papers, 1794-1825; p. 489; State Records Authority of NSW

https://records-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/f/1e5kcq1/INDEX2453974 (DIGITISED)

. . . - Francis Detrick, Master of the Band of H. M. 73d Regiment, and seven other Musicians belonging to ditto, for performing sacred Music at the Church at Sydney, from the 1st of October, 1812, to 31st March, 1814 / 11. 9. 6 . . .

See also "GOVERNMENT AND GENERAL ORDERS", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (30 April 1814), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article628903 

Bibliography and resources:

Peter Richardson, "Military music in the colony of New South Wales, 1788-1850", Musicology Australia 1/1 (1964), 5-9

https://doi.org/10.1080/08145857.1964.10415353 (PAYWALL)

Robert Jordan, "Music and the military in New South Wales, 1788-1809", Journal of Australian Colonial History 17 (July 2015), (1-22), 10

http://search.informit.com.au/documentSummary;dn=428841963923204;res=IELHSS (PAYWALL)

DETTMER FAMILY OF PIANOFORTE MAKERS

DETTMER, William (William David DITMER; DETTMAR; William David DETTMER; W. DETTMER)

Pianoforte maker, tuner, repairer, musical instrument maker

Born London, England, 15 June 1775; baptised St. Pancras Old Church, 2 July 1775; son of George DETTMER (c. 1740-1833) and Ann ROBINSON (d. 1827)
Married (1) Mary BETTS (d. 1809), St. Anne, Soho, 6 February 1797
Married (2) Phillis (BETTS) HARPER (d. c. 1846), St. Marylebone, 29 November 1809
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 4 April 1849 (assisted immigrant, per Julindur, from Plymouth, 28 December 1848)
Died Windsor, NSW, 20 February 1858, aged "85", "for the last nine years in this colony"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Dettmer+1775-1858 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DETTMER-William (shareable link to this entry)

Also Dettmer pianos in Australia:

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

JACKSON, John Dettmer Dodds (as John DETTMER; John JACKSON; John Jackson DETTMER; John Dettmer Dodds JACKSON; J. D. D. JACKSON)

Musician, pianoforte maker, piano tuner and repairer, vocalist, banjo player, music publisher, composer

Born St. Pancras, London, 31 July 1827; baptised St. Pancras old church, 22 January 1828; son of John JACKSON (1805-1839) and Elizabeth DETTMER (c. 1803-1845)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 13 November 1848 (assisted immigrant per General Hewitt)
Active Hobart, TAS, by August 1850
Married May Ann FLEXMORE (1833-1901), Hobart, TAS, 19 July 1851
Died Beaconsfield, TAS, 18 April 1901, aged "73"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Dettmer+Dodds+Jackson+1827-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-610848 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DETTMER-John-Dodds-Jackson (shareable link to this entry)

JACKSON, James Norris Newby (James Norris Newby JACKSON)

Pianoforte maker

Born London, England, 13 December 1832; baptised St. Pancras old church, 20 March 1833; son of John JACKSON (1805-1839) and Elizabeth DETTMER (c. 1803-1845)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 13 December 1854 (per Constance, from Liverpool, 30 August 1854)
Married Mary Ann PAINTER (1841-1902), VIC, 1859
Died North Melbourne, VIC, 16 May 1887

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Norris+Newby+Jackson+1832-1887 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DETTMER-James-Norris-Newby-Jackson (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

William Dettmer:

William David Dettmer was probably the eldest son of the pianoforte maker George Dettmer (c. 1740-1833), and his wife Ann Robinson.

In January 1787, William "Dettmar" [sic], aged just 12 and a half, was apprenticed to Samuel Bury, who though he belonged to the London Company of Tallow Chandlers, was also active as a musical instrument maker. The indenture gave his father's forename as Christopher (perhaps fully, originally, Georg Wilhelm Christoph).

By 1802 or earlier, William was the "son" and active partner in the firm George Dettmer and Son, and by 1812 or earlier was solely listed in commercial directories.

In March 1828, six cases of pianofortes shipped by William Dettmer were landed at Sydney, imported by George Sippe, and by 1840 (and plausibly earlier) Francis Ellard was also importing Dettmer pianos.

The earliest Dettmer family member to reach the colony, was William Dettmer's daughter Caroline (b. London, 1803; d. Windsor, NSW, 1877) by his first wife, Mary Betts. In June 1869, the widowed Caroline (Mrs. Green) married Christopher Watkin May in St. Mary's Cathedral, Sydney.

William was declared bankrupt in London in 1845 was filed against him in London. That same month he sailed from England as an assisted emigrant on the Julindur, arriving in Sydney in April 1849, with two female grandchildren, Elizabeth and Adelaide Jackson. They were sisters of William's grandson, John Dettmer Dodds Jackson, who had arrived in Sydney 5 months earlier. A report on the Julindur immigrants duly records, among the "callings of the adult male immigrants . . . Pianoforte maker - 1". William was 73 at the time, but gave his age as 59 probably to ensure eligibility for assisted passage.

William was the "Dettmer senior" (to distinguish himself from grandson John) who appeared in Sydney advertisements for "George Dettmer and Son" from May 1849 onward. Whether he and John hoped to re-establish the Dettmer firm and brand in Sydney, they apparently failed to so do. John resettled in Tasmania in 1850, and William, described as a "musical instrument maker", was newly insolvent in Sydney in February 1851. He advertised again as a "pianoforte maker, tuner and repairer" in December 1856, but died at the Mays's house near Windsor not much more than a year later in February 1858.

John Dettmer Dodds Jackson:

John Dettmer John Jackson was son of William's daughter, Elizabeth Dettmer Jackson (1803-1845) and Dr. John Jackson (1805-1840). After Dr. Jackson died, Elizabeth advertised as a professor of music; and after her death, all four of her children, including the two who arrived with grandfather William, settled in Australia. John, having presumably been trained by his grandfather during the early 1840s, was the first of the Jackson children to arrive in Sydney in November 1848.

John Dettmer, as he chose to call himself, probably for business reasons, first advertised in Sydney in February 1849, as a piano tuner and repairer of the London firm of George Dettmer and Son. Two months later his grandfather William (the "Son" and head of the firm) also arrived in Sydney with John's two sisters, Adelaide and Elizabeth. John once described himself as George Dettmer's grandson, though he was actually George's great grandson, and William's grandson, as John's death notice confirms.

John appeared in Maria Hinckesman's Farewell Concert in February 1849, in the character of MASSA SAMBO, singing:

(for the first time in this colony) some of the most popular Ethiopian Melodies (in character), and accompany himself on the "Banjo" an instrument unknown in this country.

A year after grandfather William's arrival, perhaps realising that in Sydney there was insufficient residual kudos associated with the name of Dettmer and too little business for the two of them, John relocated to Hobart, Tasmania, and set up in business as a tuner and repairer, first describing himself as "John Jackson from George Dettmer and Son", and later as John Jackson Dettmer, and ultimately John Dettmer Dodds Jackson.

In Launceston in November 1855, Jackson advertised that he had published a local edition of Charles D'Albert's "celebrated" Como quadrilles, probably mainly intended as a professional advertisement for his services as a tuner and repairer.

Jackson, "professor of music" of Launceston, formerly of Hobart, was before the court in December 1857 for failing to pay maintenance to his estranged wife. He also lived for a time in Beaconsfield. He was insolvent in 1862.

Back in Sydney in 1873, he placed an advertisement stating that he was "not in any way connected with persons of a similar name". Who was he trying to distance himself from? If a relative, perhaps it was his younger brother James Norris Newby Jackson, also formerly of the piano firm, and the last of the four siblings to emigrate, in his case to Victoria in 1854. James settled at on the goldfields (Maryborough and Talbot), describing himself on his children's birth-certificates as "pianoforte maker", but as a "restaurant keeper" when declared insolvent in March 1875.

In 1874 John sent a letter to the editor of the Herald recalling an encounter with Arthur Orton, the Tichborne claimant in Launceston in 1855, but identifying the missing heir instead as a Mr. or M. Soupere or Souper. He dealt with the same subject in a 47-page pamphlet, Sir Roger Tichborne revealed, published in 1885.

Many thanks for information kindly shared by Dettmer descendents Bill Piper (2013) and Tricia and Leigh Haines (2013), and by Robyn Lake (2015)

Square piano, c. 1830, George Dettmer & Son, No. 50 Upper Marylebone Street, Fitzroy Square; 1680 x 63 x 87 mm; and nameplate, below; Bonhams, London, England, 2015

https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/23248/lot/549 

Documentation:

England:

Baptisms at Saint Pancras, Old Church, July 1775; register 1753-93; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31280_194985-00425 (PAYWALL)

July 2 / William David S. of George & Ann Ditmer / [born] 15th June 1775

Records of London's Livery Companies Online; Apprentices and Freemen 1400-1900

https://www.londonroll.org/search (search: Dettmar, Tallow Chandlers)

January 1787 / William Dettmar / new apprentice // Christopher Dettmar / father of apprentice // Samuel Bury / master

[Advertisement], Morning Herald [London, England] (12 July 1802), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/BL/0002408/18020712/005/0001 (PAYWALL)

MUSIC. - New, improved Patent Piano-fortes. -
G. DETTMER and SON respectfully inform the Nobility, Gentry, and others, that they have made an improvement on the upright dampers in their Patent Piano-fortes, which have all the agreeable qualities and effects of that mode of damping without the inconveniences usually attending them, as the dampers are independent of the keys, without springs or weights. By this improvement the touch is rendered remarkable light and easy, the tones produced are brilliant, sweet, and powerful, stands well in tune, and is allowed by the most eminent judges to be the completest improvement ever offered to the Public.
Ladies and Gentlemen honouring Messrs. Dettmer and Son with their orders, may have their new-improved instruments at a reduced price, and with the greatest punctuality, for ready money only, at their House, No. 7, Gresse-street, Rathbone-place. -
Instruments with the improvement may be heard every day as above.

The post-office annual directory for 1812 (London: Critchett & Woods, 1812), 88

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=GZsyAQAAMAAJ&pg=RA1-PA88 (DIGITISED)

Dettmer Wm. Piano-forte-maker, 50, Upper Marybone-street.

Johnstone's London commercial guide and street directory . . . to August 31, 1817 (London: Proprietor, 1817), col. 328

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=-9kyAQAAMAAJ&pg=PA327 (DIGITISED)

MARY-LE-BONNE STREET (UPPER) GREAT PORTLAND STREET . . . 50 / Dettmer, W. Piano forte maker.

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=-9kyAQAAMAAJ&pg=RA1-PA61-IA5 (DIGITISED)

PIANOFORTE MAKERS . . . Dettmer, W., 328 . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Pancras, in the county of Middlesex, in the year [1828]; register 1826-28, page 381; London Metropolitan Archives, P90/Pan1/015

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1786769:1558 (PAYWALL)

No. 99 / [1828 January] 22nd / John Dettmer Dodds [son of] John & Elizabeth / Jackson / Euston St. / Surgeon . . . / [born] 31 July 1827

ASSOCIATIONS: John Jackson's mother was Ann Dodds; ? see also Dodds of East Maitland, NSW, below (16 November 1837)

"Recent Patents", Newton's London journal of arts and sciences 6 (1830-31), 329-30

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=SwU1AAAAMAAJ&pg=PA329 (DIGITISED)

To WILLIAM DETTMER, of Upper Mary-le-bone Street, Fitzroy Square, in the county of Middlesex, pianoforte maker,
for his invention of certain improvements on pianofortes. - [Sealed 30th August 1827 - ].
The object of the Patentee in adapting this invention to piano fortes, is to enable the instrument, after having been properly tuned, to be brought into unison with other instruments of a different pitch, by raising or lowering the tone of all its strings by a simple operation, instead of the trouble of tuning each string separately. The plan applies both to grand piano fortes and square [330] pianofortes, and whether horizontal or upright, and consists in adapting to the ordinary constructions of instruments, a series of tension bars or rods, with adjustments which are to extend across the instrument, and to be connected to the block in which the pins that hold the strings are fixed, the blocks being moveable for a short distance, not more than a quarter of an inch, but confined by the tension bars.
The general construction of the pianoforte, as to the keys and movements and the arrangement of the strings, the blocks for the hitch pins and for the rest pins, being the same as in other piano fortes, the novelty consists in attaching the ends of a series of metal bars or rods to the hitch pin blocks, and connecting the reverse ends of the same bars to the rest pin block; these bars being enabled to elongate or contract by means of adjusting screws. Supposing each of the strings of the instrument to have been drawn up by the tuning key to the required note, that is properly tuned, but that when so tuned the whole should be found to be too flat or too sharp to play in concord with other instruments in a concert, by simply moving the adjusting screws of the tension bars, the blocks to which the strings are attached, will be brought nearer together to flatten the tone, or farther apart to sharpen it, as may be required, without deranging the tone or notes of the individual strings.
The Patentee says that both the blocks on which the strings are hitched, and that in which the rest pins are set, may be made to slide, but he prefers that the rest pin block only should move, and this may be done by passing the adjusting screws through the block into the tension bar, when by turning the screws, the block will be moved a short distance, and the tension of all the strings will thereby be increased or relaxed.
The same effect may be produced by means of wedges or levers, or some other contrivances, in place of the screws, but that which has been described is preferred.
[Inrolled in the Inrolment Office, February, 1828.]

See also "ON W. DETTMER'S PATENT PIANO FORTE AND HARMONIC TEMPERAMENT. To the Editor of . . .", Newton's London journal of arts and sciences 7 (1831), 57-61

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=kQU1AAAAMAAJ&pg=PA57 (DIGITISED)

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Pancras, in the county of Middlesex, in the year [1833]; register, 1832-34, page 219; London Metropolitan Archives, P90/Pan1/018

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1697213:1558 (PAYWALL)

No. 440 / [March] 20 / James Norris Newby / [son of] John & Elizabeth / Jackson / . . . / Surgeon / [born] 13th Dec'r 1832

[Advertisement], Morning Herald [London, England] (14 April 1840), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002408/18400414/133/0001 (PAYWALL)

SPLENDID PIANOFORTES. - WM. DETTMER, Pianoforte-maker, 50, Upper Marylebone-street, Fitzroy-square,
begs to inform the Nobility, Gentry, and others that he has now on SALE, at his old establishment,
a splendid Assortment of PIANOFORTES, of every description, consisting of Semi-grands, Grand Squares, Cabinets, Cottages, Piccolos, Circulars, and Squares,
in handsome mahogany and rosewood cases, of superior workmanship, and quality of tone and touch,
which Wm. D. offers at moderate prices for prompt cash. -
N.B. Merchants, captains, and others supplied. Old Pianos taken in exchange.

England census, 6 June 1841, All Souls and Trinity, St. Marylebone, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO 107/675/4

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/8978/MDXCHO107_674_675-0503 (PAYWALL)

[Upper Marylebone L.] . . . William Dettmer / 65 / Piano Forte M[aker] / [born Middlesex]
Charlotte [Dettmer] / 20 / Teacher of Music / / [born Middlesex]
Elizabeth Jackson / 10 / - / [born Middlesex]

Freedom on the City, William David Dettmer, 19 November 1844; London Metropolitan Archives, COL/CHD/FR/02/1744-1750

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/798956:2052 (PAYWALL)

Gibbs Mayor / The first Court held on Tuesday the 19th day of November 1844 and in the Eighth year of the Reign of Victoria of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Queen.

This day upon reading the humble Petition of William David Dettmer, it appearing that the Petitioner was bound as an Apprentice according to the Custom of this City to Samuel Bury Citizen and Tallow Chandler of London by Indentures dated the 2nd day of January 1787 and duly served him the full term of seven years according to the Covenants therein contained whereby he had a right to the Freedom of this City in the said company of Tallow Chandlers but for particular reasons prayed to be admitted thereto by virtue of his service and in the Company of Turners, it is ordered that the said William David Dettmer be admitted into the Freedom of this City by virtue of his Service and in the Company of Turners.
Merewether.

NOTE: On Samuel Bury, tallow chandler, musical instrument maker and inventor, see Margaret Debenham, "Joseph Merlin in London, 1760–1803: the man behind the mask: new documentary sources", Royal Musical Association Research Chronicle 45/1 (2014), (130-163), 149-50

https://doi.org/10.1080/14723808.2014.888175 (PAYWALL)

[Notice], The London gazette (24 January 1845), 230

https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/20435/page/230 

WHEREAS a Fiat in Bankruptcy, bearing date the 17th day of January 1845, is awarded and issued forth against William Dettmer, of No. 50, Upper Mary-le-bone-street, in the county of Middlesex, Piano Forte Manufacturer, Dealer and Chapman, and he being declared a bankrupt is hereby required to surrender himself to John Samuel Martin Fonblanque, Esq. one of Her Majesty's Commissioners of the Court of Bankruptcy, on the 31st day of January instant, and on the 7th day of March next, at twelve of the clock at noon precisely on each of the said days, at the Court of Bankruptcy, Basinghall-street, in the city of London, and make a full discovery and disclosure of his estate and effects; when and where the creditors are to come prepared to prove their debts, and at the first sitting to choose assignees, and at the last sitting the said bankrupt is required to finish his examination. All persons indebted to the said bankrupt, or that have any of his effects, are not to pay or deliver the same but to Mr. Pennell, No. 31, Basinghall-street, the Official Assignee, whom the Commissioner has appointed, and give notice to Messrs. Hodson and Gibbs, Solicitors, Kings'-road, Gray's-inn.

[Advertisement], Daily News [London, England] (30 December 1846), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000051/18461230/021/0001 (PAYWALL)

NOTICE OF REMOVAL. - GEO. DETTMER and SON, Pianoforte Manufacturers (late of Upper Marylebone-street),
beg to inform the nobility and gentry that they have opened the premises,
No. 27, EDWARDS-STREET, where there will be found an assortment of Instruments carefully selected from the factories of Messrs. Broadwood and Sons, and Collard and Collard. -
N. B. Pianofortes and for hire. tuned. repaired, and taken in exchange.

[Notice], The London gazette (15 December 1848), 4562

https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/20926/page/4562 

In the Matter of William Dettmer, of No. 50, Upper Mary-le-bone-street, county of Middlesex, Piano Forte Manufacturer, against whom a Fiat in Bankruptcy was issued.
THE creditors who have proved their debts under the above Fiat in Bankruptcy may receive their warrants for the Third Dividend of 4d. in the pound, any Thursday, between the hours of eleven and two, on application at my office, No. 3, Guildhall-chambers, London . . .

Australia:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser [NSW] (7 March 1828), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2190029

NOTICE. - Landed from the Ship Albion, SIX CASES (supposed to be Pianofortes), marked GS, shipped at London by William Dettmer, and deliverable to Order, and ONE TRUNK, directed JOHN SMITH.
Any Person, who can produce a sufficient Claim for the same, may apply to A. B. SPARK, George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alexander Brodie Spark (merchant); "GS" = George Sippe (musician)

[Advertisement], The Australian [Sydney, NSW] (14 March 1828), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37073583 

FOUR FINE TONED PIANOFORTES. FOR SALE AT MR. GEORGE SIPPE'S, No. 21, Castlereagh-street.
Four fine toned PIANOFORTES, five and a half and six octaves, by Deltmer [sic] and Son, London.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (5 May 1828), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2190341 

NOW on SALE, at Mr. George SIPPE's No. 21, Castlereagh St, Two five-toned PIANOFORTES, by Dettmer, late foreman to Broadwood and Co.; As they are to close a Consignment, they will be sold very cheap.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (16 November 1837), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12862652 

ON SALE, A SIX OCTAVE PIANOFORTE
by Dettmer & Son, London, with metallic plate, circular ends, fluted legs, and French polished.
The above is quite new, having been but recently purchased from the Importer and is in the best order.
For terms and other particulars, apply to Mr. Dodds, East Maitland.

"MARRIAGES", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (18 June 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2551379

On Saturday last, by Special License, at St. Mary's Cathedral, Mr. Christopher Watkin May, of Windsor, to Mrs. Caroline Green, second daughter of William Dettmer, Esq., of Upper Marylebone Street, Fitzroy Square, London.

ASSOCIATIONS: Caroline Dettmer (William's daughter, born Camden, 14 May 1805; married John Ashton Green, 1823; died Pitt Town, NSW, 12 June 1877)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle [Sydney, NSW] (17 November 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31729863 

BROADWOOD'S, COLLARD'S, DETTMER'S, & WOLF'S PIANOFORTES.
F. ELLARD begs to inform the public that he has received, by the Kelso and William Harris, a splendid collection of Pianofortes (by the above makers), consisting of horizontal, grand, semi-grand, grand cabinet, cottage, and grand square; the whole of which have the very latest improvements, and were manufactured to order, with extra bolts, expressly suited to warm climates . . .
Music Saloon, George street, opposite the Barrack gate. November 14, 1840.

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Ellard (musical instrument importer and seller)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 November 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12907656

NOTICE. - John DETTMER, Pianoforte Tuner and Repairer from the firm of George Dettmer and Son, London, begs to state that he will tune and repair at very modest charges, combined with punctuality and prompt attention.
56, Pitt Street South.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 February 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12911224

JOHN DETTMER, Pianoforte-maker, Tuner, Regulator and Repairer, grandson of George Dettmer, Patent Grand Cabinet and Square Pianoforte Manufacturer, London, begs to state that he tunes and repairs at very moderate charges, combined with prompt attention and punctuality. 56, Pitt-Street South.
Hammers re covered with material, &c., the same as in London.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 February 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12904422

CITY THEATRE, MARKET-STREET.
MISS HINCKESMANN begs most respectfully to inform her friends and the public generally, that her
FAREWELL CONCERT (Prior to her leaving this colony by the Waterloo for England,)
Will take place at the above Theatre, ON FRIDAY NEXT, FEBRUARY 9,
On which occasion the following Vocal and Instrumental Performers have most kindly promised their gratuitous assistance:
MADAME GAUTROT, (Who will be accompanied by Mons. Gautrot)
Mr. Smith, Mr. J. Smith. Several Amateurs.
MR. JOHN DETTMER, From London, (MASSA SAMBO)
Who will sing (for the first time in this colony) some of the most popular Ethiopian Melodies (in character),
and accompany himself on the "Banjo" an instrument unknown in this country . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Hinckesman (pianist); Joseph and Madame Gautrot (vocalist and violinist); City Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 March 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12912723

PIANOFORTES. JOHN DETTMER, Square and Cabinet Pianoforte Maker, Tuner, Regulator, and Repairer, and grandson of George Dettmer, Patent Grand Cabinet and Square Pianoforte Manufacturer, London, begs leave to state that he tunes, regulates, and repairs (having every convenience) at charges very moderate, combined with prompt attention and punctuality.
Hammers re-covered with material, &c., the same as in London. 56, Pitt-street South.

List of immigrants per ship Julindur, arrived 4 April 1849; State Records Authority of NSW

https://indexes.records.nsw.gov.au/ebook/list.aspx?Page=NRS5316/4_4786/Julindur_4%20Apr%201849/4_478600235.jpg&No=9 (DIGITISED)

Single Females (not being Members of Family) . . . Jackson Adelaide / 18 / [House Servant] / [native of] London Middlesex / . . .
[Jackson] Elizabeth / 20 / [House Servant] / [native of London Middlesex] / . . .

https://indexes.records.nsw.gov.au/ebook/list.aspx?Page=NRS5316/4_4786/Julindur_4%20Apr%201849/4_478600235.jpg&No=9 (DIGITISED)

Single Males (not being Members of Family) . . . Dettmar [sic] William / 59 / Piano Forte Maker / [native of] London Middlesex / . . .

"IMMIGRANTS PER JULINDUR", New South Wales Government Gazette (5 April 1849), 611

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article230365368 

. . . The callings of the adult male Immigrants, and the number of each calling, are as follows, viz.:-
MALES . . . UNMARRIED . . . Piano Forte Makers - 1 . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 May 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12913930

PIANOFORTES. GEORGE DETTMER AND SON, Patent Grand Cabinet and Square Pianoforte Manufacturers (established fifty years in London),
beg most respectfully to inform the gentry and public of Sydney and its environs, that having had many years' practical experience enables them to tune and repair in a superior manner.
G. Dettmer and Son, having sent a considerable number of instruments to the colony, solicit the patronage of tuning and repairing them.
N.B. - Hammers re-covered with the new patent hammer cloth, which gives a more sweet and pleasant tone, and is far more durable.
51, HUNTER STREET. Orders received at Mr. Aldis's, Tobacconist, George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Aldis (tobacconist, musical amateur)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 May 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12911968 

GEO. DETTMER AND SON most respectfully beg to inform the ladies and gentlemen of Liverpool, that on the 4th of June, Dettmer, sen., will be in the neighbourhood of Liverpool, to tune and repair pianofortes, having had 5O years practical experience, and all orders addressed to Mr. Sandon, at the Male Orphan Asylum, will be punctually attended to.
N. B. - All Orders for Sydney and neighbourhood during Dettmer Sen's absence to be addressed to 51 Hunter Street, or Mr. Aldis, tobacconist, George Street, Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 October 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12906669 

DETTMER AND SON (Piano-forte makers, from London)
respectfully inform the ladies and gentlemen of Parramatta, Windsor, and Richmond,
that Mr. Dettmer, sen., will be in Parramatta the latter part of this week, to tune and repair piano-fortes, and will thence proceed to Windsor and Richmond. Parties requiring his services will please to address their orders, pre-paid, to Mr. D., at Mr. McKay's Hotel, Parramatta, and Mr. Carter's, (late Coffey), Windsor, which will be punctually attended to. 51, Hunter-street, Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (22 January 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12915176

NOTICE.
GEORGE W. DETTMER, PIANO-FORTE MAKER, from London,
respectfully begs to inform the ladies' and gentlemen of Parramatta, Windsor, Richmond, and neighbourhood, that he intends being in Windsor on the 28th instant, to tune and repair pianofortes, and solicits a continuance of their patronage.
Parties requiring Mr. D.'s services, will please to address their orders, post-paid, to Mr. MACKAY's, Parramatta, and Mr. KEDGE's, Windsor.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (15 April 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12917112 

G. DETTMER AND SON, 5, JAMISON STREET, PIANOFORTE MAKERS, (From London),
RESPECTFULLY return their sincere thanks for the liberal support they have received since their arrival in the colony, in Tuning and Repairing Pianos, and beg to solicit the continuance of their patronage, having been engaged upwards of fifty years in the manufacturing of Pianofortes.
Pianofortes tuned and repaired in a superior style, on liberal terms, also, bought and sold on commission.
N. B. - Parties desirous of importing their own Instruments will find it to their advantage to do so through the agency of G. Dettmer and Son.

"IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF FRANCIS ELLARD, FOR HIS CERTIFICATE", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 June 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12918460

On a former day, the above gentleman applied for his certificate upon the usual affidavits, under what is generally known as the "rider" to the Insolvent Act, the 10th Vic., No. 14. The Court then made a conditional order, that he would get his certificate to-day, provided that no opposition be made thereto, and upon due advertisement of his intention to apply again to-day. Mr. Broadhurst now, for the insolvent, moved that the above conditional order be made absolute. He read an affidavit showing that the requisite advertisements had been made.

Mr. Pite, in person, as the agent for the assignees of the English bankrupt estate of one Dettmer, who were creditors, proposed to show cause. Mr. Broadhurst objected, contending that Mr. Pite was not himself a creditor of the estate of Ellard, and could not be heard. If, as agent of Dettmer, he sought to he heard, then he (Mr. Broadhurst) would contend that by Dettmer's presence in the colony the agency of Pite was done away with. Besides, an agent, under the Insolvent Act, could not address the Court in person, but only through the intervention of counsel.

. . . His Honor said he was of opinion that Mr. Pite could not be heard in person, as he had failed to show that, under the Insolvent Acts referred to in the section in question, an agent of a creditor could address the Supreme Court in person; but as no doubt this decision had come upon Mr. Pite by surprise, he exercising his discretion would further adjourn the case until next Wednesday, in order that the assignees of Dettmer's estate might be properly represented in Court. The Court then adjourned.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 June 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12918927 

NOTICE. - GEORGE DETTMER and SON, Piano Forte Makers, from London, respectfully inform the ladies and gentlemen of Newcastle and neighbourhood, that Mr. D., Senior, intends visiting that part of the colony next week, for the purpose of tuning and repairing Pianos in a superior style, having been engaged in manufacturing Pianos upwards of 50 years.
N.B. - All orders addressed, prepaid, to G. Dettmer, Post-Office, Newcastle, will be punctually attended to.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (10 July 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article692060 

Notice. GEO. DETTMER & SON, PIANOFORTE MAKERS, from London (established up- wards of fifty years), respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Maitland and neighbourhood that it is Mr. D's., senior, intention of visiting that part of the colony (as soon as his engagements are completed in Newcastle), for the purpose of TUNING and REPAIRING PIANOS, in a superior manner to any of the pretenders.
N.B. - All orders for his services addressed (post-paid) to the Maitland Mercury will be attended to.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (16 August 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8767704

JOHN JACKSON. Pianoforte Maker and Tuner.
FROM George Dettmer & Son, Upper Marylebone Street, London,
BEGS most respectfully to inform the gentry and public of Hobart Town, and its vicinity, that he
TUNES, REGULATES, and REPAIRS PIANOFORTES, and every description of MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, at moderate charges, combined with prompt attention and punctuality.
Collins-street, second door from Murray-street, at Pulleyn's Fancy Toy Bazaar. August 16, 1850.

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press [NSW] (15 February 1851), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62215307

Pianoforte Tuning. GEORGE DETTMER & SON, late of Marylebone-street, London, Pianoforte Manufacturers, established 50 years, respectfully inform the ladies of Bathurst and surrounding neighbourhood, that it is the intention of Mr. D. Sen.; as soon as he has completed his engagements at the Hunter River, to visit Bathurst, where Mr. D. will undertake to repair the mechanism and tune Pianos of any description, in a superior manner.
N.B. - All orders addressed to Mr. Rotton, of the Queen Victoria Hotel, will be punctually attended to.
Residence in Sydney, No 5. Jamison-street.

"NEW INSOLVENT", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 February 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12924978

William Dettmer, of Jamison-street, Sydney, musical instrument maker.
Amount of liabilities, £410. Assets - value of personal property, £6; outstanding debts, £2 6s. Amount of deficiency, £401 14s. Mr. William Perry, Official Assignee.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (8 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article685410

Notice. GEO. DETTMER AND SON, PIANOFORTE MAKERS,
from London (established fifty years), respectfully inform their Friends and Patrons of the Hunter River District, that Mr. D., senior, is now in West Maitland for the purpose of TUNING and REPAIRING the MECHANISM of PIANOFORTES in a superior style to those who pretend to have a knowledge of the business.
N.B. - All orders addressed (post-paid) to the "Northumberland Hotel" will be punctually attended to.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (13 May 1851), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12927041 

NOTICE OF REMOVAL. - George DETTMER and Son, pianoforte-makers,
from London, established fifty years, respectfully inform their numerous friends and patrons, that they have removed to No. 9, Bridge-Street.
All orders addressed, post-paid, Will be duly attended to.
N.B. Pianos bought and sold on commission.

1851, marriages in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:843371; RGD37/1/10 no 495

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/843371 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-10$init=RGD37-1-10P195 (DIGITISED)

No. 111 / 495 / Sandy Bay 19th July 1851 / John D. D. Jackson / Above 21 / Piano Forte Maker
Mary Ann Amelia Flexmore / Under 21 years / - / . . . married . . .

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser [NSW] (23 August 1851), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101736215 

Notice. GEO. W. DETTMER, PIANO-FORTE MAKER, FROM LONDON, Established 50 years,
RESPECTFULLY informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of Goulburn and surrounding districts, that he has arrived in this part of the Colony for the purpose of Tuning and Repairing the Mechanism of Piano-Fortes, in a superior manner.
All Orders, addressed, post paid, to MANDELSON'S HOTEL, punctually attended to.
N.B. Residence in SYDNEY, removed from No. 5, Jamieson-street, to No. 9, Bridge-street.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (7 May 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8771354

JACKSON, OPPOSITE R. LEWIS & SONS, Collins Street,
PIANOFORTE AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MAKER, TUNER, &c. &c.
Ten years with George Dettmer and Son's, Marylebone-street, London.
Musical Instruments of every description tuned and repaired.
May 4, 1852.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (22 January 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article661827 

Notice. GEO. WM. DETTMER respectfully informs his numerous friends and patrons that he intends Visiting the Hunter River and surrounding districts in the mouth of February, to
TUNE and REPAIR the MECHANISM of PIANOFORTES.
All orders addressed to Mr. Dettmer, at the Maitland Mercury Office, will be punctually attended to.

1854, births in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:958711; RGD33/1/5/ no 1306

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/958711 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-5$init=RGD33-1-5-P093 (DIGITISED)

No. 1306 / August 23rd / [no name indicated] / Male / [son of] John Dettmer Dodds Jackson / Mary Ann Amelia Jackson formerly Flexmore / Pianoforte Maker / . . . Collins Street . . .

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner [TAS] (23 September 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36290116

MUSICAL. JOHN DETTMER JACKSON, Practical Pianoforte and Musical Instrument Maker, Tuner, &c.
*.* Every description of musical instruments tuned and repaired.
Orders to be left at Mr. Duthie's, Stationer, Brisbane-street.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 December 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4801243 

THIS DAY. To Private Families, Hotelkeepers and Others A Grand Piano, In Spanish mahogany cases, very elegant carved legs, altogether a first-class instrument, by Dettmer and Son.
Immediately after the Sale of House Property.
COHEN and LEVI will sell by auction, at their rooms, on Queen-street, opposite the Wesleyan Chapel, on Monday, 4th Inst,, at eleven o'clock, sharp, The above instrument. Terms - Cash.

Names and descriptions of passengers per Constance, from Liverpool, 30 August 1854, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3AF6D5EF-F96C-11E9-AE98-9DD57D8DEA70?image=192 (DIGITISED)

. . . James Jackson / 23 . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (4 September 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28637480 

NOTICE and CAUTION, - Whereas a person has represented that I had left the colony, and has solicited the favour of my patrons to tune their pianos, and thereby depriving me of their favours and injuring my professional reputation, I hereby give public notice that, if ever I leave the colony, I shall advertise my intention publicly, and at the same time return my thanks for the many benefits I have received.
WILLIAM DETTMER, pianoforte tuner and repairer, No. 10, Hunter-street. Sydney.

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (22 November 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36295160

COMO QUADRILLES by d'Albert. Price 4s. Jackson, Pianoforte-maker, Patterson-street, Launceston.

"COMO QUADRILLES", Launceston Examiner (24 November 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36295194

We have received a copy of D'Albert's celebrated Como Quadrilles, published by Mr. John Dettmer Jackson, of Patterson Street. They have been very distinctly lithographed and will no doubt prove an agreeable addition to Colonial Quadrille libraries.

"COMO QUADRILLES", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (1 December 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65717964

We have received a copy of these very interesting and delightful quadrilles, by D' Albert, now so much enquired for. They are the most charming set we have ever heard: they are published by Jackson, Patterson-street.

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser [NSW] (20 September 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article118311328 

NOTICE. WM. DETTMER RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and patrons, that he expects to return to Goulburn from his upland tour by the middle of September, to TUNE PIANOS, &c.
All orders addressed for W. D., to Mr. Clarke, watchmaker, Goulburn, will be punctually attended to.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 December 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12989589

NOTICE. William DETTMER, Pianoforte Maker, Tuner, and Repairer, respectfully informs the ladies and gentlemen of St. Mary's, South Creek, Penrith, Richmond, Windsor, and surrounding districts, that he intends visiting those parts of the colony during this and following month, to tune and repair the mechanism of pianos.
All orders addressed for Wm. Dettmer., at Mr. W. Campbell's store, St. Mary's, South Creek, will be punctually attended to.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 February 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12991973 

NOTICE OF REMOVAL - WM. DETTMER, Pianoforte Maker and Importer, Tuner and Repairer, respectfully informs his friends and patrons, of Sydney and the colony in general, that he has removed from 68 William Street, Woolloomooloo, to 63 same Street.

"MAINTENANCE", The Hobart Town Mercury [TAS] (4 December 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3245759

Mrs. Jackson, the wife of Mr. Jackson formerly professor of music in this city, and now carrying on the same profession in Launceston, appeared before the bench and called upon her husband to show cause why he should not allow her a maintenance. Mr. Jackson had left his wife between two or three years ago, just after the birth of her second child, and had never communicated with her or contributed anything towards her and her children's maintenance since. Had it not been for Mrs. Jackson having a refuge in her father's house she and her children would have been utterly destitute. Mr. Jackson did not deny the facts; but stated that there was a good home for his wife in Launceston if she thought fit to come. He admitted that he had never asked her to do so, and that he had never allowed her to know where be resided. The bench ordered Mr. Jackson to allow his wife the sum of thirty shillings per week, for the maintenance of herself and his two children.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 February 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13006554

On the 20th instant, at Tempe, near Windsor, at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. C. W. May, after a lingering illness, Mr. William Dettmer, many years a pianoforte manufacturer, Marylebone-street, London, and for the last nine years in this colony, aged 85 years.

"DEATH OF MR. DETTMER", Northern Times [Newcastle, NSW] (24 February 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article128759706 

This gentleman, so well known in Maitland and Newcastle as a pianoforte tuner, departed this life on the 20th instant, at Tempe, near Windsor, at the residence of his son-in-law Mr. C. W. May. Mr. Dettmer had reached the advanced age of eighty-five. He was an excellent tradesman, and was moreover distinguished for his good, humane, and other estimable social qualities. Mr. Dettmer, when young, stood on Blackfriar's Bridge, London, and saw the first batch of convicts pass over on their way to found this colony. Many people in Maitland and elsewhere will regret the untimely demise of this cheerful and agreeable old gentleman.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 February 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13006703 

In the Supreme Court of New South Wales. Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction.
In the Will of WILLIAM DETTMER, late of Bridge-street, Sydney, in the colony of New South Wales, and afterwards of Tempe, Pitt Town, in the said colony, pianoforte maker, deceased.
NOTICE is hereby given, that after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof, application will be made to the Honorable the Supreme Court of New South Wales, in its Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, that Probate of the Will of the above named William Dettmer, deceased, may be granted to William King, of Market-street, Sydney, in the said colony, pianoforte maker, the sole executor named in and appointed by the said will,
Dated of this twenty-fourth day of February, 1858. WILLIAM WALKER, proctor for the said executor, George-street, Windsor.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 April 1859), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13024195 

TO-MORROW, THURSDAY, April 28.
By order of the Executors of the late Mr. W. Dettmer.
JOHN G. COHEN will sell, at the Bank Auction Rooms, TO-MORROW, Thursday, April 28, 1859 at 11 o'clock precisely,
Chests drawers, washstands, &c.
Portable tool case, with 24 different tools, fitted, quite new
Portable endless screw drill, with different drills fittedv Tuning hammers and fork
Pianoforte bass strings and steel wire
Pianoforte tools of trade
Wearing apparel, &c., &c.
Terms at sale.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (5 July 1862), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65570102

In the matter of the insolvency of John Dettmer Dodds Jackson, musical instrument maker late of Launceston now of Hobart Town in Tasmania, now out of business.
To the Creditors of the Said Insolvent or their agents . . . the said John Dettmer Dodds Jackson was declared Insolvent and John Millwood of Hobart Town aforesaid Esquire was thereupon appointed Provisional Assignee of his estate and effects . . .
Dated this 26th day of June 1862. Insolvent in Person.

Register, no. 665, the Letland Lodge of Australia, Sydney, New South Wales; Museum of Freemasonry

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/60620/images/43970_ugl%5El%5E582%5E%5E667-00231 (PAYWALL)

[Admission] 1867 January 8 . . . / Hill / John Thomas / 30 / Sydney / Prof. of Music . . .
1867 July 9 . . . / Jackson / John Dettmer Dodds / 39 / [Sydney] / Piano Forte [Maker] . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hill (pianist, musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 December 1864), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13102439 

MUSICAL. - J. DETTMER JACKSON, Practical Horizontal, and Upright Pianoforte Maker, Professional Tuner, &c.
French and German pianos, harmoniums, &c., properly regulated, tuned, and repaired. Artistic and first-class work only.
All communications addressed to Messrs. Reading and Wellbank, 356, George-street, or Mr. William Maddook, Select Library, 383, George-street, will meet with prompt attention.

ASSOCIATIONS: Reading and Wellbank (firm)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 November 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13161382

ROYAL VISIT MUSIC . . . Jackson's Brave Boys Brave Galop, 3s . . .
JUST Published, beautifully illustrated in colours. THE BRAVE BOYS BRAVE;
a Welcome Galop to the Galatea, by J. D. Jackson, price 3s. ELVY and CO.

"NEW GALOP", Clarence and Richmond Examiner [NSW] (19 November 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63666410

A new galop, under the somewhat singular tide of "Brave Boys Brave," has been published by Mr. J. D. D. Jackson - well-known here - as a welcome to the Galatea, and has become popular in Sydney in a very short space of time. It is written in the key of four sharps, and is a spirited composition, which although short, answers equally well for its nominal purpose and as a Galop de Concert. It is illustrated by a design of his own, showing him in the double character of draughtsman and composer. A few copies of the galop have, we understand, been received by Mr. Gregory, at the Clarence River Stores.

BRAVE BOYS, BRAVE. - Why must the Welcome Galop to the Galatea, by J. D. JACKSON, be better than all other pieces of music published in honor of the Royal visit?
Because it is very pretty, and well anchored (encored). - See Title Page. - Punch.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (duke of Edinburgh, commander of the Galatea); Robert Hammond Elvy (publisher)

"GRAFTON AMATEUR BAND", Clarence and Richmond Examiner (10 December 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article61888666

The above corps gave their usual monthly entertainment on the Cricket Ground, on Thursday last, in the presence of a large gathering, principally ladies. The performance was excellent, and speaks well for the efficiency of the corps.
The pieces played were: - 1. Quick March - Gentle Annie; 2. Selection - Christy Minstrel's Song; 3. Valse, Rosolinda, L. D'Albert [sic]; 4. Quadrille - Constantinople; 5. Polka Mazurka Galatea, A. L. Nelson; 6. Galop - "Brave Boys Brave," J. D. Jackson; 7. God save the Queen.

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Nelson (composer)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 August 1873), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13323411

TO THE MUSICAL;
The undersigned wishes to intimate that he is not in any way connected with persons of a similar name,
JOHN DETTMER DODDS JACKSON, Working Grand and Upright Pianoforte Maker.

"SIR ROGER TICHBORNE. TO THE EDITOR", The Sydney Morning Herald (25 November 1874), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13345959

SIR, - As the whole world seems to be puzzled in discovering Sir Roger Tichborne, and, whilst so many have contributed and interested themselves, both for and against the Claimant, I trust the following statement may not be unacceptable to some of your numerous readers. In the year 1855, I was in business at Launceston, Tasmania. During my residence there, and about that time, at a friend's house, a person was introduced to me as Sir Roger Tichborne. To the best of my recollection his age might have been twenty-six or seven. Height, about five feet six or seven inches; rather slender, eyes, hair, and moustache dark; aquiline nose, pleasing visage; spoke good English, but with French accent. He was usually attired in a black surtout coat, generally buttoned. Upon visiting me one day, in the course of conversation he mentioned having been at Rio do Janeiro, and the Rio de la Plata; he also spoke of Valparaiso and other places. I understood from him that he had been in a cavalry regiment, at home; in speaking further of his travels, he stated that he had been very unfortunate, having been burnt out, and lost everything at Adelaide before coming to Launceston. I was very often in the company of this gentleman, - meeting him at the houses of my friends, and elsewhere. He was frequently at my house. Upon one occasion he remained all night, and on the following morning, as he was preparing for an ablution, I observed, as he bared his arms, one tattooed with marks resembling letters. I did not at the time think so much of these circumstances as I do now; for when I remember having seen this gentleman repeatedly at two different houses kept by a Mrs. Tredgett - where there lived a man who, at that time, wore a piece of lead in one ear, and whose name I knew to be Orton, I cannot help thinking it is very remarkable, and believe it would not be right of me to withhold this or any information I could give which might throw further light on this perplexing and extraordinary affair. The person to whom I have alluded was, and is (if living) well known to some others now residing at or near Launceston, as Mr. or M. Soupere. Whether the missing Roger Charles Tichborne of 1854, and M. Soupere of 1855, are identically connected is, to my mind, entangled with much mystery.
I am, Sir, yours, &c,
John Dettmer Dodds Jackson.
Stanley-street, November 19.

ASSOCIATIONS: Tichborne case (Wikipedia)

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (12 March 1875), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11513626

James Norris Jackson, of Talbot, restaurant keeper.
Causes of insolvency - Depression in trade and great competition since commencing business.
Liabilities £117 15s. 2d.; assets £65, deficiency, £82 15s. 2d. Mr. P. Virtue, jun., assignee.

"Deaths", The Age (18 May 1887), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article190643218 

Jackson. - On the 16th May, at Ellenside Cottage, Chapman-street, Hotham Hill, James, the dearly beloved husband of Mary Jackson, late of Talbot, aged 54 years.
He has braved cold Jordan's billows.
And has passed through Death's alarms;
He is free from pain and sorrow.
In his Saviour's loving arms.

[Advertisement], Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate [NSW] (6 July 1895), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article133223534 

TUNING AND PRESERVATION OF PIANOS.
W. J. R. JACKSON, successor to J. D. D. Jackson, pianoforte maker, is now in Newcastle. Orders addressed to 26 Bruce-street, Cook's Hill, Newcastle.

"DEATHS", Examiner (24 April 1901), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article35397114

JACKSON. - On the 18th April, at the Beaconsfield Cottage Hospital, John Dettmer Dodds, eldest son of the late Dr. John Jackson, also grandson of the late William Dettmer Esq., piano-forte manufacturer, London, England, aged 73 years.

"Obituary", Examiner [Launceston, TAS] (24 April 1901), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article35397203 

The death is announced at Beaconsfield, at the advanced age of 73 years, of Mr. John Dettmer Dodds Jackson, eldest son of the late Dr. John Jackson, and grandson [sic] of the late William Dettmer, pianoforte manufacturer, of London. Deceased was a very old colonist. Like his grandfather, he followed the calling of pianoforte manufacturer. For many years in the early days he lived at Hobart. In the 60's he came to Launceston, and carried on business here in York-street. Subsequently he went to Sydney, where he managed for a leading firm. As he advanced in years Mr. Jackson came to Tasmania, and his closing days were spent in the care of his daughter, Mrs. Henry Hudson, of Beaconsfield. His death will revive many old memories, especially as regards the Tichborne case, it being a cardinal point of his faith that a Devonport schoolmaster named Suker was the real claimant. In fact, the reopening of the enquiry is ascribed to the interest taken by Mr. Jackson.

"EXCHANGE AND MART", The World's News (27 July 1918), 22

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article130592704 

Wanted to purchase, pianola roller music, for a 65 instrument. W. J. R. Jackson, Palmer Street, Watsons Bay, Sydney.

Musical instruments (Australia):

Square piano, George Dettmer & Son, London, c. 1846-48; Collingrove Homestead, Angaston, SA

http://www.sahistorians.org.au/175/state-treasures/square-piano-george-dettmer-son-collingrove-homest.shtml 

http://www.sahistorians.org.au/175/bm.doc/square-piano-george-dettmer--son.jpg

ASSOCIATIONS: George Fife Angas (original owner); George French Angas (son)

Musical works and editions:

Three original new waltz's, for the piano forte, composed & most respectfully dedicated (by permission) to the Miss's Badeley's (of Chelmsford Essex) by G. Dettmer (London: For the author by Goulding & Co., [1816])

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=sEzL0zjiW78C (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: "G. Dettmer", perhaps William's father, or William's brother George Thomas Dettmer (c. 1791-1843), also a pianoforte maker

Como quadrilles by D'Albert (Launceston: John Dettmer Jackson pianoforte & musical instrument maker, Patterson Street, [1855])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/245979214 

Brave boys, brave, welcome galop to the Galatea by J. D. D. Jackson (Sydney: Elvy & Co, [1867])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16428273

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165904191 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (duke of Edinburgh, commander of the Galatea); Robert Hammond Elvy (publisher)

Literary works:

J. D. D. Jackson, Sir Roger Tichborne revealed! (Sydney: H. Garforth, Printer, 1885)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/35002830 (DIGITISED)

Bibliography and resources:

Robyn Annear, The man who lost himself: the unbelievable story of the Tichborne claimant (Text Publishing, 2011), 195-6

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=EalKjqBrMr4C&pg=PA195 (PREVIEW)

Dettmer-23, Jackson=7029 Jackson-7031, WikiTree

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Dettmer-23 

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Jackson-7029 

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Jackson-7031 

William Dettmer, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/166616169 

John Dettmer Dodds Jackson, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/166567840 

James Norris Newby Jackson, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/166786269 

George Dettmer and Son; Kellawayhouse

http://www.kellawayhouse.co.uk/pianos.htm 

Dettmer and Betts; Kellawayhouse

http://www.kellawayhouse.co.uk/dettmer.htm

Jackson; Kellawayhouse

http://www.kellawayhouse.co.uk/jackson.htm

Margaret Debenham, "G. & W. Dettmer, pianoforte-makers: a biographical timeline 1775-1858"

https://www.debenham.org.uk/william/DettmerTimeline.php 

Dettmer square piano [sound file], Lucy Coad, square piano conservation and repair

https://www.squarepiano.co.uk/media 

DEVEREUX, Amelia (Amelia DEVEREUX; Madame DEVEREUX)

Dancer

Active Ballarat, VIC, 1857

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEVEREUX-Amelia (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (23 January 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66040622 

MADLLE. AMELIA DEVEREUX, the world-renowned French Ballet Dancer,
has arrived, and will shortly appear, supported by the celebrated Monsieur Pierre Raymond (Simmonds).

DEVEREUX, John (John DEVEREUX; DEVEREAUX; DEVERAUX)

Musician, violin maker, by appointment to H.R.H. the duke of Edinburgh (1868), plasterer

Born London, England, 5 March 1815; baptised St. Giles-in-the-Fields, Holborn, 3 April 1815; son of John DEVEREUX and Sarah CALE
Married Mary Ann KENNEDY (d. VIC, 1874), London, England, by 1844
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, c. 1854
Died Melbourne, VIC, 9 August 1883, aged "73" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Devereux+violin+maker (TROVE tagged)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Devereux+1815-1883 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1530236 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEVEREUX-John (shareable link to this entry)

DEVEREUX, John Robert (John Robert DEVEREUX; John DEVEREUX, junior; most often DEVEREAUX [sic])

Musician, professor of music, violinist, violin and viola player

Born London, England, 18 January 1845; baptised St. Martin in the Fields, 1 October 1845, son of John DEVEREUX and Mary KENNEDY (d. VIC, 1874)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, c. 1854 (with parents)
Married Margaret ROBERTSON, Melbourne, VIC, January 1874
Died (suicide) Carlton, VIC, 36 February 1874, aged "29/30"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Robert+Devereux+1845-1874 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-D-2.php#DEVEREUX-John-Robert (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

John Devereux was born in the London parish of St. Giles-in-the-Fields, Holborn, in 1815. Following his father's trade as a plasterer, in 1841 he was living with his wife, Mary Ann Higginson, at Charing Cross, in the parish of St. Martin-in-the-Fields. When their only surviving child, John Robert Devereux was baptised in 1845, John's profession was listed as "musician".

According to their respective Victorian death certificates, the Devereuxs arrived in Melbourne in 1853 or 1854. John senior is the first positively documented in the colony, in November 1856, exhibiting 2 doubles basses and several violins at the Victorian Industrial Exhibition. John Robert Devereaux, junior, was active professionally as a second violinist in the Lyster Opera Company in May 1867.

According to the 1872 profile, Devereux "learnt his business" from the London violin maker Joseph Panormo (c. 1768-1837), son and successor of Vincent Panormo, and later in the workshops of the "Fendt family". Devereux is usually supposed to have worked for Bernard Simon Fendt the younger (1801-1852), though no independent contemporary documentation has been identified to show this. Nevertheless, several double basses of English provenance have been attributed to Devereux.

As to his Australian productions, one of the two double basses he exhibited at the 1856 exhibition perhaps survives in the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, Sydney. According to a much later recollection (1928), in 1861 he produced a complete quartet of instruments (violin, viola, cello, and bass), the first such made in Australia, for Henry Gover.

In 1867-68, the violinists Nicholas La Feuillade and Barnett Levy both reportedly played his instruments. Among other noted colonial musicians said to have owned or used Devereux instruments were Henry Curtis, George Weston, and Ernest Jager.

It was much later reported that Richard Gilmore (c. 1839-1884), who also made bagpipes, made several violins under Devereux's tutelage.

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Giles in the Fields, in the county of Middlesex, in the year 1815; register 1814-84, page 97; London Metropolitan Archives, P82/Gis/A/02

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/14269076:1558 (PAYWALL)

No. 1157 / [1815] Apr'l 3 / John [son of] / John & Sarah / Devereux / [born] 5 March 1815 / 36 Monmouth Street / Plasterer . . .

1841, English census; London, St. Martin in the Fields, Charring Cross, page 22; UK National Archives, HO107/739/1

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/8978/MDXHO107_738_740-0100?pid=821693 (PAYWALL)

Longs Court / John Devereux / 25 / Plasterer / [born in same county]
Mary Ann [Devereux] / 25 / [born in same county]

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, in the county of Middlesex, in the year 1845; register 1837-47, page 544; City of Westminster Archives Centre, STM/PR/1/25

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1660604:61866 (PAYWALL)

No. 447 / [1845] October 1st / [born] 18th Jan'y [1845] / John Robert [son of] / John & Mary Ann / Devereaux / Longs C't / Musician . . .

1851, 30 March, English census; St. Giles in the Fields; UK National Archives, HO107/1508

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/8860/MDXHO107_1507_1508-0025 (PAYWALL)

No. 27 Little St. / Andrew St. / 10 / John Devereux / Head / 36 / Musical instrument maker / [born] St. Giles
Mary Devereux / Wife / 37 / Wife & do. [Musical instrument maker] / Wandsworth, Surrey
John Devereux / Son / 6 / Scholar / St. Martins West[minster] . . .

Australia:

"THE VICTORIA INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION . . . MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (29 November 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154872761 

. . . Mr. John Devereux, of 16 Marion street, Collingwood (late of London), gains the large silver medal for a double-bass, a copy of that of Gaspar de Sarto, with improved tension bar. Mr. Devereux also exhibits a copy of Dragonetti's double-bass, and of several celebrated violins.

ASSOCIATIONS: Gapsar de Salo [sic] (violin maker); Domenico Dragonetti (double bass player)

[Advertisement], The Argus (15 February 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5697647 

JOHN DEVEREUX, VIOLIN, Violoncello and Double Bass MAKER, 18 Marion-street, Fitzroy-street, Collingwood. Bands provided.

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 May 1861), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5699873 

COTTAGE PIANO, first-class, for SALE, cheap, Mr. Devereux, 18 Marion street, off Fitzroy-street, Collingwood.

"VICTORIAN EXHIBITION", The Argus (23 July 1861), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5702240 

The following applications for space have been made by intending exhibitors for the week ending 20th July, 1861: . . .
- Devereux, colonial-made stringed musical instruments of various kinds . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Victorian Exhibition 1861 (event)

"THE VICTORIAN EXHIBITION TO TAKE PLACE IN OCTOBER . . . MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS", The Colonial Mining Journal, Railway and Share Gazette and Illustrated Record [Melbourne, VIC] (8 August 1861), 182

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article212656315 

Mr. Blagey [sic], Colonial-made Piano.
" Devereux, Colonial-made Stringed Musical Instruments of various kinds.
" P. Terliki, Colonial-made Piano.
" Wilkie, Colonial-made Piano.
" H. C. Nicholas, one Six-stop Harmonium in Blackwood and Huon Pine; one Three-stop Harmonium in Cedar Case.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Ranger Blazey (pianoforte maker); Peter Terlecki (pianoforte maker); Wilkie, Kilner, and Co. (pianoforte makers); Henry Chatterton Nicholas (harmonium maker)

"VICTORIAN EXHIBITION, 1861", The Argus (20 August 1861), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5703239 

. . . John Devereux. - 1 3/4 double bass, copy of Palo Maggini;
1 bass viol, copy of Gaspar de Camero [sic, ? Salo];
1 violin, copy of Joseph Guarnerino;
1 viola, improved pegs, all of colonial wood;
also, violin, English wood, copy of J. Guarnerino . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Giovanni Paolo Maggini (Italian luthier); probably Gasparo de Salo as above; Giuseppe Guarneri (luthier)

"THE EXHIBITION", The Argus (2 October 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5704633 

The Victorian Exhibition of 1861 was opened yesterday by His Excellency the Governor, and, despite the drawback of unfavourable weather, the event was a success . . . The next stand is covered with musical instruments. Here there are copies, in colonial wood, of Gaspar de Cavero's three quarter sized bass, Stradivarius's violin belly, and Joseph Granarion's violin - those contributed by Mr. J. Devereux, of Fitzroy. Mr. S. Lansdell exhibits an Eolian lyre, and Mr. J. H. Matthias a bass drum . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Henry Matthias (musician); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

"VICTORIAN EXHIBITION. LIST OF AWARDS", The Herald (7 December 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244181938 

. . . CLASS V. Second-class Certificate . . . Blazey, W. R., Pianoforte . . .
Honourable Mention . . . Devereux, John, Violins . . . Matthias, J. R., Bass Drum . . .
Stevens, G., Pianoforte Keys. Thorne, James, Silver Violin Strings . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Thorne (violinist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 February 1863), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6483126

MR. WIVELL'S ACADEMY, 80 Fitzroy street, Fitzroy.
THIS (Monday) EVENING'S QUADRILLE PARTY. Professional String Band.
Principals. Leader and Conductor, Mr. JOHN MUNYARD.
First Violin, Mr. ANTONIE. Secondo, Mr. DEAUXEAU [sic].
Bass, Mr. A. PETERS, Jun. Pianoforte, Mr. McGRATH.
Overture "Martha," at 8 o'clock.
Educational establishments attended. Music master visits schools.
Quadrille parties furnished with musicians. Prospectuses on application.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward James Wivell (dancing master); John Munyard (musician); Alfred Richard Peters (musician); James McGrath (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 November 1865), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5784096 

ROYAL HAYMARKET THEATRE. The FAREWELL BENEFIT, And most positively LAST APPEARANCE
In Melbourne, of the distinguished and accomplished artiste LADY DON, Previous to her departure for California.
TO-MORROW EVENING, SATURDAY, NOV. 25, . . .
The Grand Romantic Legendary Spectacle . . . SATANUS; Or, THE SPIRIT OF BEAUTY . . .
After which, MASTER FREDERICK TOWERS, Aged 16 years (Pianist),
And MASTER HENRY CURTIS, Aged 11 years (Violinist),
Pupils of Mr. Gover, Will make their first appearance in public, and perform BEETHOVEN'S GRAND SONATO, No. 1.
It would be worthy of notice to remark that Masters Towers and Curtis are natives of Victoria,
and the instruments on which they perform are of colonial manufacture - the piano being from the workshops of Messrs. Wilkie, Kilner, and Co.,
and the violin from that of Devereaux . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Emily Sanders Don (actor, vocalist); Frederick Wilson Towers (pianist); Henry Curtis (violinist); Henry Barman Gover (musician); Wilkie, Kilner and Co. (pianoforte makers); Haymarket Theatre (Melbourne venue)

"SHIPPING. ARRIVALS - MARCH 19", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (20 March 1866), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60597256 

CITY OF HOBART, Steamer, 500 tons, Clinch, from Hobart Town, 16th instant.
Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Lyster and servant . . . Mr. G. Loder . . . Mr. Devereaux, Mr. Hart . . . Mr. J. Hall, Mr. Brown, Mr. Royal, Mr. Riddett . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Loder (conductor); Sidney Herbert Hart (musician); John Thomson Hall (musician); Walter James Brown (musician); Creed Royal (musician); James Cooper Riddett (musician); Lyster Opera Company (troupe)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (31 March 1866), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28611695

LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN AND ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY. PRINCE OF AVALES OPERA HOUSE. Subscription Season for 1866 of TWENTY-FOUR NIGHTS . . .
Conductor and composer - Mr. George Loder. Leader - Mr. J. Hall . . .
ORCHESTRA. 1st Violins: M. Eigenshenck, Mr. Isaacs, Mr. Hoare;
2nd Violins: Mr. Jager, Mr. Devereaux. Viola: Mr. Rice;
Violoncello: Mr. Hart; Double Bass: Mr. Brown . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Eigenschenck (violin); Ernest Augustus Jager (violin); Walter John Rice (viola); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

"THE INTERCOLONIAL EXHIBITION", The Argus (19 November 1866), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5778958 

. . . On one of the billiard-tables in the centre of the main hall is a number of violins, &c., which in appearance seem precisely similar to the instruments as they generally look in age. These, however, are of colonial make and of colonial wood and were manufactured by Mr. John Devereux, of 18 Marion-street, Fitzroy, in direct imitation of the works of the celebrated makers. Thus we find here a double bass, which is a copy of a Gaspar di Salvo [sic], and violins bearing the great names of A. Stradivarius, G. P. O. Maggini, J. Guarnerius &c., and we are informed that their fine quality has been testified to by musicians of repute, one of whom, Mr. Gover, of Carlton, is actually the exhibitor of the double-bass . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Barman Gover (musician)

"THE EXHIBITION. OFFICIAL DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES", The Argus (14 February 1867), 2 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5786000 

. . . Stringed Instruments. - Mr. Devereux, manufacturer and exhibitor of violins, violas, violoncellos, and double-bassi, No. 941 - A medal . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 May 1867), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5766022 

LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN and ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY. PRINCESS'S OPERA HOUSE. SEASON FOR 1867 . . .
GRAND ORCHESTRA . . . Second Violins. Mr. Devereaux . . .

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (3 June 1867), 2

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The name of the maker of the two colonial violins used by Mr. La Feuillade, is Mr. Devereux and not Devero as stated in our last, of Collingwood. The bed of one is made of American maple, and of the other colonial blackwood. The former has, of course, the finest grain, but the latter is by far the handsomest; it is beautifully polished, and the grain cut crosswise resembles a plaid ribbon.

[News], The Argus (15 January 1868), 5

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Mr. John Devereux of Fitzroy had an interview with His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, before his departure from the colony, and presented him with a beautiful violin of his own manufacture. His Royal Highness expressed himself much pleased with his present and listened attentively to Mr. Devereux's instructions relative to the pegs of the instrument, an invention of the maker. These are ingeniously constructed so as to prevent the slips which pegs of the old fashioned pattern were liable to. The presentation fiddle is a copy of an old Italian instrument and was made out of a very handsome piece of sycamore wood. It is fitted with a chin-holder, which enables the performer to shift his hand without fear of the instrument slipping away.

Another invention is a tension bar in the inside, running from block to block, thereby strengthening it greatly and preventing it getting out of tune, changes of weather not affecting it in the slightest degree. His Royal Highness was pleased to appoint Mr. Devereux as his instrument maker in the colony, and promised that the necessary appointment should be forwarded from home. Mr. Devereux received the gold medal at the late Intercolonial Exhibition, for samples of his exceptional industry.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (prince)

[News], The Argus (11 June 1868), 5

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The following tradesmen who received appointments from His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, during his stay in Melbourne, have had their formal letters-patent delivered by the mail: - Mr. Robert U. Miller, of Collins-street, confectioner; Mr. T. K. Bennet, of Bourke-street, butcher; Mr. J. Devereux, violin-maker; and Mr. H. Watts, Bourke-street, perfumer to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh.

[News], The Kyneton Observer [VIC] (30 June 1868), 2

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On Saturday (says the Bendigo Advertiser) we were shown a boy's violin, manufactured in Melbourne, of blackwood, by Mr. Devereux, and presented to Master W. Hallas (son of Mr. Hallas, our well known cornet player,) by Mr. H. Lewis, of Melbourne. The instrument is very highly finished, quite equal to the imported article; and Mr. Levy, leader of the orchestra in the Theatre Royal, Melbourne, who is an accomplished violinist, pronounced it to be first-class, and that, for its size, he had never performed on a violin possessing such purity of tone, and body. When H.R.H. the Duke of Edinburgh was in Melbourne, Mr. Devereux presented him with a colonial made violin, and has since been appointed violin maker to the Duke. There are several instruments by the same maker now in use, and they give general satisfaction; one, a tenor, now the property of Mr. Lewis, of Melbourne, took a prize at the late Intercolonial Exhibition.

ASSOCIATIONS: Nathaniel Hallas (musician); Barnett Levy (violinist)

"COLONIAL VIOLINS", Bendigo Advertiser (5 December 1868), 2

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We were shown yesterday two violins manufactured by Mr. Devereux, of Melbourne, which certainly reflect the highest credit upon the maker. One of them is made of black wood, and is a very presentable instrument. Both have been bought by Mr. Monaghan and Mr. Evans for L17 each; and these gentlemen are highly, pleased with the tone of the violins, which are fitted with patent pegs and patent bars, invented by Mr. Devereux. Mr. Devereux's violins are superseding the English articles in the market, and have been used by such musical gentlemen as Levy, of the Theatre Royal, and N. La Feuillade. Mr. Devereux, as will be recollected, presented one of his violins to H.R.H. the Duke of Edinburgh, who was extremely pleased with it.

"THE MONTH", Illustrated Australian News for Home Readers (4 January 1869), 2

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Mr. Devereux, of Melbourne, has recently manufactured two violins of excellent tone, fitted with patent pegs and bars, which have been purchased by two gentlemen of Sandhurst for £17 each. Mr. Devereux's instruments have received the approval of first-class violinists and are said to be superseding the English manufacture in this market.

"A NEW INDUSTRY. COLONIAL VIOLINS", The Herald (17 August 1872), 3

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It may not be generally known that there resides near Melbourne a man who, having studied at his art for a long lifetime, has been successful in producing, chiefly out of colonial wood, violins and other stringed instruments of exquisite tone, finish, and color. As this, person, John Devereux by name, is the only maker in Victoria, a few particulars may be interesting to show how colonial wood can be utilised, and what skilled artizans, even in the most difficult trades, exist in our midst.

Born in the city of London fifty-seven years ago, Devereux learnt his business from a celebrated Italian maker, named Joseph Panormo, whose instruments are known over the world, and in the manufactory of the well-known Fendt family, of London, also great makers. After having thoroughly mastered its various branches, he was obliged, in consequence of ill-health, to sail for these shores, where he arrived nearly eighteen years ago. The musical portion of the then small population was extremely limited, and, although a master of his art, Devereux was obliged to pursue another vocation. Musical tastes, however, began to develop as population increased, and he at last commenced his old work, viz., violin making. After many difficulties, such as procuring the necessary wood fitted to give a good external appearance, combined with quality of tone, &c., he has succeeded in making instruments of which all Victorians should be proud as having been made in this colony, and in numerous instances of colonial wood.

It may seem presumptuous to say, but the fact is true nevertheless, that these instruments are superior in tone and quality to those of the old Italian masters. It has been frequently our lot to hear the violins of the great Paolo Magini, Nicholas Amati, and Straduarius, and we hold to the opinion that the instruments made by Devereux are far richer in tone, and in all those peculiarities which have tended to make the violin the "king of instruments." This opinion is considerably strengthened by the fact that nearly all the leading performers in this and the neighboring colonies play on Devereux's instruments, although possessed in numerous instances of those made by the "great masters." This is a matter of fact beyond doubt, and not more hearsay. The artistic coloring of the instruments is admirable, and how eagerly amateurs and professionals seek after good coloring is well known. A generally admitted fact was that it required many years to produce "mellowness of tone" even in the instruments made by great artistes, but, by what magic we know not, this colonial maker can and has produced instruments having that important requirement, with many others, when but fresh from his hands. They also contain a patent bar which enables a volume of rich and clear sound to be emitted that enthrals the attention of the listener. One of the great drawbacks that a violinist has to contend with, amongst many others, is the slipping of the pegs. This difficulty has been overcame by the aid of patent pegs, by the same maker, that cannot possibly slip whence once put in their proper place. These pegs are a great acquisition, because the strings do not then give way, a very desirable consideration in a performance. There is also a patent mute affixed, by pressing which the sound can be diminished or increased at the will of the player. No doubt the great success which has attended the efforts of this maker are due in some measure to the various degrees of thickness of the wood employed in manufacture, exact proportions and sentiment being always kept strictly in view; but of course there are other requisites of which we are not in a position to speak. The secrets of the studio cannot be penetrated.

Whilst listening to the lovely violin passages which occur in many of the operas lately given in Melbourne, the audience were probably not aware that those dulcet tones came from instruments made in this colony by the maker of whom we have spoken. For instance, in the opera of "The Huguenots," the tenor sings a lovely air, accompanied solely by the viola (or tenor violin), and opera-goers may remember Mr. Beaumont's fine rendering of that air, with the accompaniment excellently played by Mr. John Devereux, jun., upon an instrument made by his father in this colony. It was the opinion of the late talented musician, George Loder, who was also a thorough judge of violins, that the instruments made by Devereux would, after the maker's decease, become of the highest value. We cordially endorse that opinion, and may add that those instruments are now most valuable, and can only regret that their extraordinary merits are but here too poorly praised.

ASSOCIATIONS (London): Joseph Panormo (c. 1768-1837), son and successor of Vincent Panormo (musical instrument makers); "Fendt family", Devereux is usually supposed to have worked for Bernard Simon Fendt the younger (1801-1852)

ASSOCIATIONS (Australia): Armes Beaumont (vocalist); George Loder (musician)

"VIOLINS", Bendigo Advertiser (26 October 1872), 2

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It is not everybody who knows, or could even guess, the intrinsic value of a really first-class violin. La Feuillade, who ought to be as good an authority on this matter as anyone in the world, values his "old fiddle" at £80. There are violins in Melbourne, one or two, over 100 years old, and they are thought to be worth at least a pound for every year of their existence, for the older a fiddle made by a good maker is, the better it is. The best violin maker in this country La Feuillade says, is Devereaux of Fitzroy, and this gentleman can turn out a violin equal to any in the world. La Feuillade's celebrated fiddle is made by John Devereaux, and we all know what a splendid toned one it is.