Family and Local History of the Goldfields of Western Australia
Robbery Under Arms on the Coolgardie Road In the early days of the Goldfields the gold escort used to leave Coolgardie every week with parcels of gold varying in value from £5000 to £50,000 in value. It was a common remark to hear passed by the … [Continue reading]
Dear Readers I would like to first start this week's message with an apology. Apart from one story, the other will be repeated from older newsletters. Although some of you may have already read these stories some of the newer members may not … [Continue reading]
To rescue a fellow mortal from a watery grave, from a burning building, or under other exceptional circumstances requires the display of personal bravery and lack of regard for the safety of the rescuer. To risk all, to and to face death to save a … [Continue reading]
When Temperance Issues Raged: Scottish Masonic Lodge Mossgiel No. 902 S.C. was there to help fight the battle. Temperance is described as abstinence from consuming alcohol: Without wanting to moralise in any way, there is no doubt that alcohol … [Continue reading]
From the pen of 'Smiler Hales You can't whip a mining camp for novelties. I was walking along Bayley street the other afternoon, feeling like a poet and looking like a tramp out of luck, when I saw a shingle hanging from a tent, which bore the … [Continue reading]
