Clarke
East Melbourne, Hotham Street 080 - Burchett
1853. W.J.T. Clarke (father of Sir William Clarke of Cliveden), bought Lot 8, which included this site and site of 'Queen Bess Row'. (Note: Hotham Street originally named Fitzroy Street).
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East Melbourne, Hotham Street 081 - Burchett
Hotham Street originally called Fitzroy Street. Apparently No.81, originally No.88.
1855. MCC BR: Brennand and Brooks for Jas. Glue a house, 5 rooms, kitchen. Unfinished.
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East Melbourne, Hotham Street 092, 094, 096 - Burchett
1881. David Mitchell to build three 3-storey residences for Hon. W.J. Clarke (later 'Sir'), who named 'Janet Terrace' after his second wife. Architect: Charles Webb.
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East Melbourne, Powlett Street 168, 170 - Burchett
1871. MCC BR: Richard Moles for self.
1872. First occupiers: No.168 Clarke. No.170 Richard Mackey.
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East Melbourne, Simpson Street 020, 022, 024 - Burchett
1862. MCC BR: George Freeman for Joseph Clarke a house.
1863. MCC BR: Geo. Freeman for Joseph Clarke, 2 cottages.
1863. J. Clarke - owner/occupier. Brick, 5 rooms.
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East Melbourne, Wellington Parade 192, 194, 196, 198 - Burchett
1887. 'Cliveden' built as a home for Hon. W.J. Clarke, Bart, M.L.C. It was one of the most luxurious private mansions in Melbourne, including a ballroom that could accomodate 250 guests.
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East Melbourne, Wellington Parade 192-198, Cliveden
Large three storeyed house of 100 rooms.
Cliveden was built for Sir William J. Clarke, landholder and MLC.
Jolimont, Wellington Parade South jolstation - Burchett
1902. Appears in Directory.
1903. W.H. Lewis - Station Master.
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Marvellous Melbourne and Me
Memoir of living in Melbourne in the 20th century.
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Simply the best for Victoria's richest man
Historical article by Jenny Brown about Sir William Clark and his vast town house, Cliveden, on the corner of Wellington Parade and Clarendon Street, East Melbourne.
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