Lockhart
East Melbourne, Fitzroy Gardens old kiosk
Description:
A two storey structure of rustic appearance with half timbered gables and deep verandahs. Its focal point was the octagonal bandstand at the corner of the building.
History:
The Argus, on 28 February 1908, reported:
East Melbourne, Vale Street 110 - Burchett
1889. MCC BR: G. Knipe of 11 Darling Street, for self a house. J.W. Lockwood - architect.
1890. Name mentioned: Geo. Knipe.
1891. Geo. Knipe - owner. Brick, 10 rooms. W. Maher - occupier.
1900. Geo. Knipe - owner. Lockhart - occupier.
1979. Sold by auction.
Note: Reference to Knipe. See ADB V.5, p.37-8.
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Gone, But Not Forgotten
"Some months ago the parks and gardens committee decided to make the Fitzroy gardens more attractive by erecting a rustic kiosk, where tea coffee and light refreshments might be dispensed. Aided by the Government, a suitable structure was erected in the park and after arrangements had been made, whereby the Misses F. and K.
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