Western Mail - 5 August 1937, page 11 OVER THE PLATES A Lonely Grave. Dear "Non-Com."-The last resting place of many early goldfields pioneers may be found north, south, east and west of the Eastern Goldfields auriferous … [Continue reading]
The Deserted Camp by Jules Raeside
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The Deserted Camp by Jules Raeside 1929 Deserted now- no more you stir’d By those in quest of gold Now you're but a memory blurr’d Of what you were of old Yet though the camp of silence sleeps Except for songs of birds There's language in … [Continue reading]
Victoria Margaretta Gill -thrice buried
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While researching the people who are buried in the Cue Cemetery, John Pritchard, one of our valued volunteers, has uncovered the story of Victoria Margaretta Gill who was first buried in the Cue Cemetery in 1905. She was then transferred to and … [Continue reading]
Where is Jonesville? – ghost towns
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Northern Grazier and Miner - Leonora 4 June 1932, page 2 Jonesville This is a small mining centre is situated about 60 miles north of Sandstone, and 80 miles south of Wiluna. The Gidgee GM is now situated there. The field was discovered by … [Continue reading]
Ripping Yarns and Tragic Tales – 9th May 2021
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Hello everyone, how has your week been? Im just loving this colder weather, I do so hate the heat. It must be in my 'English' blood. Office moving update! I have been encouraged to get more of the office relocation done by yet another large piece … [Continue reading]
