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Fitzpatrick

East Melbourne, Hotham Street 146 - Burchett

1895. MCC BR; Mrs. H. Boyle, 2-storey brick, corner Powlett Street. Ph. Kennedy, architect and builder. Prior to 1895 2 or 3 room cottage on site. 1896. Vacant. Then name mentioned: Mrs. Hannah Boyle, was owner of grocery business on opposite corner. 1896-1909. Mrs. Mary Ann Ingram. 1930s.
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Jolimont, Agnes Street 027, Morpeth Villa

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Double fronted, single storey, brick house with verandah
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The house first appears in the Rate Books in 1869 as a four roomed brick house and lists William Walker as owner. The Argus tells us that 'On the 23rd inst. (May 1872), at Morpeth Villa, Agnes Street, Jolimont, Mrs. William F. Walker [had] a son.' William Walker and his family lived in the house until 1875, but he remained owner until 1886.
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Lift Up Your Hearts: The Story of St. Patrick's Cathedral

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The history of the building of St. Patrick's Cathedral, East Melbourne. Black and white photos.
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St. John the Evangelist Church East Melbourne. Memories of Yesteryear: May 1 Reunion 1994

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A booklet compiled for the 1994 reunion of past and present members of the St John's Parish, East Melbourne. It contains some extracts from the 1979 reunion booklet; reprints of previously published material; and some original stories and memoirs. The pieces cover personalities, church and parish life and go back to the 1930s. Includes some photos.

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