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 mate, is often heard of. These deeds are rewarded by […]
Alexander Pitman – The Man Behind the Legend!
15/11/2015 By 17 Comments
I am sure that most people who are interested in the history of the Goldfields of Western Australia will have heard the story of the two gold stealing officers were cruelly murdered and their bodies dismembered and thrown down a mine shaft just outside of town at Millers Find. A great deal has been written […]
A Sign of the Time!
06/11/2015 By 12 Comments
It was a sad day for many when the Hannans Brewery was finally demolished in late 1991 – early 1992. My father in law, Bob Sharp, was one of the last employees there and would remember his time there with fond memories and of his many friends and workmates. This photo shows the building in […]
Goldfields Identities – Charles Laver
02/11/2015 By Leave a Comment
The contribution of many has made the goldfields the place it is today. Be they prospectors, politicians, painters or prostitutes, all have contributed to make the goldfields special. Charles Laver, 1863-1937 He said they [Aboriginal people] taught him a lot . . . He said he learnt a lot from them . . . They […]
A Widows Plea – Olivette Whitney
01/11/2015 By 4 Comments
Mine Workers Relief Fund: This is a statement made by Mrs Olivette Whitney, about her husband, Edward William Whitney. This family had so many personal family tragedies. Mrs Whitney was applying to the MWRF for a widows pension : She was refused!!! 1896:- My husband came to Norseman in June of 1896 after prospecting about […]
