1865. Corben and Wilson commenced foundations. Erection for William Bowen, chemist of 43 Collins Street - owner/occupier. Occupied to 1872c. This site was old No.7 in George Street.
1873-91. Jenkin Collier - owner/occupier. Was deeply involved in Land Boom Speculations.
1877. W. Lawrence to build additions.
1894-95. Name mentioned: Rev. Dr. Bevan.
1896-97. Name mentioned: Cooper (T.C.N. ?).
1898-1903. Name mentioned: Dr. A. Shields.
1904-05. Vacant.
1906-15. Names mentioed: John Foster. Mrs. John Foster. Mrs. Jane Foster.
1916-29. Names mentioned: Mrs. R.M.F. Reynolds. Percival Elliott. Mrs. R.M.F. Reynolds.
Notes: Last photo shows cornice detail. Now Classified Nat. Trust Hist. Register. Refer to cards for some building descriptions.
Part of Winston Burchett's index card set, created and used by Winston Burchett to support his research and writings. The set of cards is held by the East Melbourne Library and is fully digitised and published by the East Melbourne Historical Society with the permission of the Library.
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