The FIELD Family Newsletter

OBITUARY

Vivienne Olga Holland

2/12/1940 - 23/5/2008

The death took place on 23rd May, 2008, after a short illness of Vivienne Olga Holland at St. George’s Hospital, Sydney. Vivienne was born at Binnaway on the 2nd December, 1940, the only child of Ronald and Olga Walsh, her father being employed on the N.S.W. Railways. Vivienne is survived by her husband Trevor of 33 years, two daughters Donna and Jacqueline , from a previous marriage, and four grandchildren Rhiannon, Monique, Amber and Ethan, (the first boy to be born in the family for 78 years) to mourn their loss.

The funeral took place on the 28th May, 2008 at St. Andrews Anglican Church at Cronulla, followed by burial at the Woronora Cemetery.

Vivienne is now-

“Safe in the arms of Jesus”

Line of descent:
Pte Edward Field,
Edward Field 2nd,
Lydia Field/Jones/Brown
Oceana Brown/Williamson
Thyra Williamson/Mobbs
Olga Mobbs/Walsh/Lee
Vivienne Olga Walsh/Moore/Holland

Continuation on the life of: The late Mr. Joseph E. Rawsthorne

Stock Breeding Operations

The late Mr. Rawsthorne was a noted breeder of Durham cattle, draught blood horses and he raced a number of his own horses. In the early 80’s while at Carrawobitty, he went to Melbourne and purchased a Durham bull named Cleveland, for which he paid 300 guineas. Then from the Hon. George Lee at Bathurst, he secured 20 stud book heifers, and his cattle were unbeaten in the Show rings at many surrounding centres till Messrs. Edols Bros. of Big Burrawong, imported Durham cattle from England and started breeding on a large scale. A bull on Jemalong had stud duty at the high fee of 20 guineas and Mr. Rawsthorne sent many of his heifers to him. He also bred Herefords and Shorthorns, and in 1901 was unbeaten in these classes at Forbes, Parkes and Grenfell Shows.

A lifelong lover of good horses, Mr. Rawsthorne was a breeder of draughts and had such sires as Emperor and Lothan Lad on Carrawobitty. Another Clydesdale stallion he bought at the Sydney sales was the New Zealand bred Douglas, by Wallace, a prolific sire in the district. He also purchased at a high figure, a draft horse Gun Shot, after he had won the two year old championship prize at the Sydney Show, and stood him in this district.

Mr. Rawsthorne also purchased the blood stallion Oliffe, by Marabalong from Bridesmaid, whose sire was Yattendon, and after winning a number of races with him retired him to the stud, his progeny winning many races at country meetings. Marsden and Tichborne held particularly good race meetings in those days, and Mr. Rawsthorne raced horses with success at these meetings, as well as at Grenfell, Forbes, Condobolin, Parkes, and as far north as Bourke. He had always been a supporter and member of the Forbes Show Society and Jockey Club, and served as a committee man on both bodies, while the Forbes Picnic Race Club, in its early days, had no more loyal member. As a matter of fact in the days when he was on Carrawobitty he was the originator of a race club which annually conducted meetings there, in the manner of those held earlier on old Wowingragong course, where his father before him won a race with Jack Straw at the first race meeting ever conducted on the Lachlan River in these parts.

By the demise of Mr. Joseph Rawsthorne, Forbes loses a man who left his mark on the early pages of the district history and one who through-out his lifetime was highly spoken of and esteemed for his kindly disposition and straight dealings.

Forbes Advocate Friday, 19th March, 1943

Obituary

Mrs. Maria Louisa Rawsthorne, 86 years of age, relict of the late J. E. Rawsthorne, died last Saturday night, in the Forbes District Hospital following a fall when she broke her hip. Deceased was on a visit to her son Mr. J. Rawsthorne of Bandon Street. Her funeral will take place tomorrow morning at 11 o’clock to the Church of England Cemetery.

Forbes Advocate Tuesday 23rd March, 1943

The above old lady came from her daughter’s place at Cootamundra.

Obituary

Mrs. Maria Louisa Rawsthorne.

The death of Mrs. Maria Louisa Rawsthorne, briefly mentioned in the second edition of last Friday’s issue removes from our midst one of the few remaining links with the early days of the district. The old lady who three weeks ago came from her daughter’s place at Cootamundra on a visit to her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Rawsthorne of Bandon Street, had the misfortune last Saturday week to slip and fracture her thigh. At her great age of 86 years there was no possibility of the break knitting, and after five days of agony passed away in the District Hospital last Saturday night.

The deceased was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Grant Morris, who owned Walla Walla (South Condobolin Road) before it was separated from Riversleigh, was born on the former property,. Afterwards, she went with her parents to the Coonamble district, where her father had two properties, but returned to marry Mr. Joseph E. Rawsthorne (who passed away in August, 1938) when with his brother Morris, he held Carrawobitty Station. They were married at Bogabigal (then part of Carrawobitty) according to the Church of England rites, and seven of their nine children were born there during a lengthy residence close to Forbes. Afterwards, she accompanied her husband to Melrose and Merriwee, when he acquired those properties in the Condobolin district, but she still often visited Forbes where her husband had a number of town properties.

Both Mr. and Mrs. Rawsthorne were strong supporters of the Forbes P.A. & H. Association and while Mr. Rawsthorne was a big exhibitor for many years, Mrs. Rawsthorne, who was a noted horsewoman, completed in the show ring and took many prizes as a rider. On one occasion, when at Carcoar and her husband had left some little time previously for Melbourne, she jumped on a race mare and rode 12 miles to Forbes in half an hour to give her husband a message to convey on behalf of a friend to someone in the Southern Capitol. The Forbes District Hospital was another institution in which Mr. And Mrs. Rawsthorne took a keen active interest, while church affairs always occupied a place in her life.

The late Mr. Joseph Rawsthorne’s family came to Forbes before the gold rush in 1861, and it was only natural that in her subsequent married life, Mrs. Rawsthorne had a number of direct experiences which related to the bushrangers.

Only three members of her family, one son and two daughters survive the deceased - they are Mr. James Rawsthorne (Forbes) Mrs. Burrows (Elsie) of Cootamundra and Mrs. Speedy (Dot) of New Zealand.

The funeral on Saturday morning was to the Church of England cemetery the remains being laid beside those of her husband. Rev. A. E. White performed the service at the graveside, while Mr. A. G. Jones directed the obsequies.

Baptisms - All Saints Cathedral, Bathurst.

Rawsthorne, Joseph Edward bapt. 12/8/1857, born 20/3/1857 son of James and Jane, Lachlan River, Grazier, by Rev. Thos. Sharpe.

Forbes Times Friday 13/12/1918

Death of Mr. Arthur Scott

Body Found With Throat Cut

This morning on receipt of information Sergeant Innes of the local police proceeded at once to the Bogan Gate road, about 3 miles from town, and discovered the body of Mr. Arthur Scott lying on a bed in his home with his throat cut. Life was extinct. So far full particulars of the sad happening are not available but it transpires that on Mrs. Scott visiting the room at about 7 o’clock this morning, she made a dreadful discovery.

Deceased, who was well and favourably known in Forbes, where he had spent most of his life, leaves a widow and six children, the eldest of whom is only 16 years of age.

The Coroner will hold an enquiry on Monday next.

Forbes Times Tuesday 17/12/1918

Notes from Coroner’s enquiry:

The late Mr. Arthur Scott whose tragic end was reported in the last issue was born at Carrawobitty near Forbes. His life was insured for one 100 pounds.

At the inquest Dr. Delohery outlined his findings and said the deceased had been under his care for an injury to his leg following a fall. Deceased had also complained of stomach pains and pains in his head and he found him in a very depressed state. His throat had been cut with a razor.

His wife, Jessie Martha Scott also gave evidence. She had arisen at 4-30 am. to do the milking and had given her husband a glass of milk to drink. When she returned to the house she made the gruesome discovery and had sent her children to neighbours to get the doctor. The eldest boy was 15 years, then daughter Thelma Scott aged 14 years. Another sister Leila. They had a family of six children living and 2 deceased.

No. 102508 Probate Office

SCOTT, Arthur Reuben late of near Forbes, Farmer.

25/8/1920. On this date Letters of Administration of the estate of the said deceased were granted to Jessie May Scott of Bogan gate near Forbes, widow of the said deceased. Bond in amount of 500 pounds Sureties: George Charles Golding of Forbes, Grazier and Joseph Edward Rawsthorne of Melrose near Condobolin, Grazier.

Intestate died 13/12/1918. Estate sworn at 722 pounds 6 shillings and 2 pence net.

Forbes C.P.S. Deaths.

15/3/1902 Farrand St., Forbes. Arthur Roy Scott, infant, T.B. and meningitis. Buried 16/3/1902 C. of E. Forbes. Parents Arthur Reuben Scott and Jessie May Field.

Forbes Advocate 17/6/1930 Tuesday

Wedding Lee - Scott

Vera May Scott youngest daughter of Mrs. And the late Mr. Arthur Scott of “Forbes Home” Inchgower was married at St. Johns Church of England, Forbes on Monday 16th June, 1930 to Mr. Charles Lee of Gunning Gap. Escorted to the altar by her brother Eric and bridesmaid Miss Leila Scott.

Reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Field.

George Field

George Field Third son of Thomas and Sarah Field.
Born: 16/10/1870 at Castlereagh.
Died: 26/3/1928,
Buried 28/3/1928, C. of E. portion of Penrith Cemetery.
Married: 16/3/1893 Emily Willett, daughter of William and Elizabeth Willett.
Elizabeth Born 1875. Died 3/11/1935 aged 60 years, buried Penrith general Cemetery. (headstones).

Nepean Times – Saturday 31/3/1928

Dead on Line. Early morning discovery.
Penrith Resident Killed

At 5am on Tuesday the severed body of George Edward Field of Lemongrove, Penrith was found on the town railway line between the viaduct and Nepean Bridge.

The discovery was made by Mr. Frank Daniels, who was proceeding from Emu to Penrith railway station at the time.

It is believed that the death took place early on Monday evening. The deceased who was employed as an engineer by Emu Gravel Coy was 57 years of age. He was a native to Castlereagh, and was the second son of the late Thomas Field and Mrs. Field of Castlereagh. He had been employed by the Gravel Coy for 37 years as an engineer. He leaves a wife (daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Willett of Castlereagh) and the undermentioned children:-
Leaslie (Dripstone), Mrs. J. Knight (Temora) George, Linda and Arthur (at home), Mrs.H. Aubrey Jnr. (Liechhardt). Surviving brothers are Charles and Thomas (Penrith), Ernest (Sydney) and Mrs. G. Bellingham (Castlereagh) his sister.

The funeral which was largely attended took place on Wednesday afternoon the remains being laid to rest in the C. of England portion of Penrith general cemetery. Rev. H. N. Powys, Rector conducted the service. About 50 employees attended the funeral and the company was represented by Messrs. E. J. Hughes and J. Hamilton.

Frances Mabel Field

Frances Mabel Field Eldest child of Edward and Eliza Field ( Woods))
Born: 14/8/1871 at Charlotte Street, Bathurst to parents Edward and Elisa Field. Father horse driver, born Penrith, mother born Parramatta. Nurse in attendance Mrs. Oldfield. Birth certificate 103713/68.

Died: 25/10/1940 3 Mary Street Thirroul, Bulli Shire and buried 26/10/1940 Roman Catholic Cemetery, Waverly. Father Edward Field Railway Inspector and Mother Eliza Woods. Cause of death Carcinoma of Colin. Issue 10 children living. Informant W.G. Magee, son living 3 Mary Street Thirroul. Death certificate 26039.

Married: 2/7/1891 to William Patrick Magee, son of Patrick and Jane Magee (nee Hamilton) of Wellington in Sydney.
Born 28/3/1867 at Wellington and died 1926 at Sydney.

Issue of William and Frances Magee – 25/10/1940. All living.
Mabel E. b.1891
Florence G. b. 1892
Frances F. b.1894
Lillian R. b.1896
Cora M. b.1898
Dorothy I. b.1901
William G. b.1902
Mary B. b.1905
John M. b.1906
Martin M. b.1910

The next item is about Patrick Magee the father of the previous William Patrick Magee in the previous story.

Biographical data Re Patrick Magee

Patrick Magee was born CountyLongford, Ireland in 1820, transported ship ‘Waverley’ arrived Port Jacjson 17/6/1839. Convict 7 years offence robbing master and tried Galway October, 1838, calling labourer. Description 5’5’’, complexion sallow and pock pitted, hair brown, eyes chestnut. Large diagonal scar on right side of forehead, scar on chin, mole on the right collarbone. Breast a little pock pitted. Granted T/L 8/9/1843 and C/F 20/11/1845 both allowed to remain in the District of Wellington. No. 43/2156 and 115/1460 respectively.

Married Jane Hamilton 4/5/1846 at Wellington, daughter of William Hamilton alias Young. Married Clerk of Petty Sessions, Wellington.

Issue of Patrick and Jane Magee -8 children:
1.Thomas b.1847 5.Henry. b 1858
2.Margaret b.1850 6.Bridget b.1860
3.John b.1854 7. Ann b. 1862
4.Sarah b. 1856 8.William Patrick
b.28/3/1867
Bapt. 21/4/1867 St. Patricks Church
Wellington.
Died at Dubbo 18/5/1892
Jane (jean) Hamilton was born 1820, native place Isle of Wight, trade Nurse Maid, was tried in Edinburgh Court on 6/11/1838 and sentenced to 7 years for house breaking. Arrived Port Jackson by ship ‘Mary Ann’, Master Hillman 1/11/1839. described as 5’ tall, complexion Ruddy and freckled, sandy hair, brown eyes. Eyebrows partially meeting, small diagonal scar on centre of forehead, scar under chin. Full featured. Scar on back of little finger left hand. Nail of same split. T/L granted 18/3/1845 allowed to remain in the District of Wellington. T/L 45/618. C/F 46/106.

Jane Magee died Erskine Street,. Dubbo 23/7/1891 of Cardiac syncope buried 25/7/ 1891 R. C. Cemetery, Dubbo. Birthplace shown as Leith, Scotland.

Land Purchase Register 171 1854-55
Patrick Magee, 21 ac. 2 poles 2 perches. South Wellington on Bell River Flats.

Issue of George Edward and Emily Field

Leslie Vincent Field. Eldest child of George and Emily A. Field.

Born: 14/6/1893 bapt. 10/10/1893 Methodist Church, Penrith.
Died: 25/9/1974 at Castle Hill aged 81 years
Married; 1916 Annie Florence Lee.

Elsie Mary Field. Second child of George & Emily Field.

Born: 22/3/1898
Died:
Married: 19/10/1920 at Penrith to John Henry Knight

3. Ethel Vera Field: Third child
Born: 19/4/1900
Married: 24/3/1923 to Henry R. Aubrey Jnr. (Russell)

4. Linda Mabel Field: Fourth child
Born: 30/5/1903
Died: 21/5/1985 aged 82 years.
Biographical data

S.M.H. – Field, Linda Mabel. May 21, at nursing home late of Ourimbah formally of Castlereagh loving daughter of george (deceased) and Emily (deceased) Field, loving sister of Vince (deceased) Elsie, Vera, George and Arthur, loved aunt of their families. Aged 82 years. At rest.
(Linda never married)..

For more Information on our Family Tree:
Colin Field PO Box 8051
Rivett ACT 2611
Phone: 02-6288-9237 Mobile 04 1860 7487
E-mail; cfield@pcug.org.au