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Ardley Leonard Crooks

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Crooks, Ardley 1941 from wedding photo

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Birth	16 February 1916	Ardley Leonard Crooks was born on 16 February 1916 in Trevallyn, Tasmania, Australia.1
Marriage	24 December 1941	He and Nancy Margaret Reid were married on 24 December 1941 in Five Dock, NSW, Australia.2,3,4
Death	15 September 1999	He died on 15 September 1999 at age 83 in Sydney, NSW, Australia.5

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1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Record, Father: James Alexander Leonard Crooks, Clerk, 25 years, born Launceston - Mother: Pearl Olive Elsie Crooks (Tolson), 28 years, born Longford - Married: 1913 in New Town - Issue: 1 female, living
   
   Registered: 19 February 1916
2. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 19 February 1942, NEWS FOR WOMEN CROOKS—REID WEDDING
   
   Photo Caption: Mr. and Mrs. Ardley Crooks, who were recently married at St. Mark's Church, Sydney. The bride, who was formerly Miss Nancy Reid, is the daughter of Mrs. C. J. Raid, of Balfour-street, Launceston, and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Crooks, of Launceston.
   
   For her marriage with Mr. Ardley L. Crooks, which took place recently at St. Mark's Church, Five Dock, Sydney, Miss Nancy Reid chose an empire gown of heavy silk. The bride, who is daughter of Mrs. C. J. Reid. of Balfour-street, Launceston, and the late Mr. Reid, wore with her wedding gown a lovely veil lent by Mrs. Gerald Hart, of Launceston. Her shower bouquet was of frangipani. The bride was given away by her cousin, Mr. W. Walke. The bridesmaid, Miss Betty Oliver, cousin of the bride, wore a charming old world gown of parchment taffeta, and carried a bouquet of crimson roses. The bridegroom, who was attended by Mr. Ken Coulter, is a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Crooks, Launceston. "I'll Walk Beside You" was sung by Mr. John Grey during the signing of the register. A feature of the reception held at the home of the bride's aunt, Mrs. C. Oliver, was the wedding cake, made by Mrs. W. Badenach, of Launceston.
3. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 3 December 1941, TEA TOWELS FOR A BRIDE Miss Nancy Reid was the guest of honour at a pre-wedding party on Saturday afternoon, at a party given by Mrs. Gerald Hart. The party was held at "Finchley", the home of Mrs. Hart's sister, Mrs. J. G. Nichols, of Kenyon- street. Miss Reid's wedding with Mr. Ardley Crookes [sic] will take place in Sydney on December 23. The rooms were decorated with masses of lovely flowers. In the lounge green pottery bowls were artistically arranged with mixed flowers. and in the dining room, where afternoon tea was served, roses were arranged in crystal vases. Competitions were won by Mrs. L. Graham and Miss Nancy Reid. The guest of honour wore a becoming frock of maize linen embroidered in multi coloured flowers. A floral horse-shoe was presented to her by Brian Nichols. Mrs. Reid and Mrs. Crookes [sic] were presented with posies. The hostess wore a smart frock of blue linen trimmed with eyelet work, and red buttons. Guests brought embroidered tea towels for the bride-to-be. Those present were Mesdames R. Reid, L. Crookes [sic], Angus Campbell, Lindsay Graham, S. C. Greenwood, G. Hyland. J. G. Nichols, Misses N. Reid, I. Crocker, A. Row, T. Johnson, D. Graham.
4. [S3] NSW Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Certificate, At St Albans Church - Husband: age 25, born Launceston Tasmania, a Secretary, living at 9 Lindsay Street Neutral Bay, parents: James Alexander Leonard Crooks & Pearl Tolson - Wife: age 26, born Colebrook Tasmania, a School Teacher, living at 65 Balfour Street Launceston, parents: Cyril Reid (deceased) & Ruby Isola Bedford - Winesses: B. [Betty] Oliver & K. [Ken] Coulter
5. [S101] Personal knowledge
6. [S23] TROVE, The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954) Sat 1 Dec 1928, SCOTCH COLLEGE - THE RAEBURN SCHOLARSHIP. Ardley Crooks, of Wellington Square Practising School, has been awarded the Raeburn non-residential scholarship at Scotch College. This entitles the holder to two years' tuition, with an addltlonal third year if the holder's conduct and progress are satisfactory.
   The award of the Ravenscraig residential scholarship will be made next week.
7. [S23] TROVE, Examiner (Launceston, Tas. : 1900 - 1954) View title info Fri 22 Dec 1933, CITY POLICE COURT - Mr. E. L. Hall, P.M., presided in the City Police Court yesterday . . . Ardley Leonard Crooks, driver of a motor car, who had failed to stop before entering Wellington-street, was fined £1 with 2s 6d costs.
8. [S23] TROVE, Examiner (Launceston, Tas. : 1900 - 1954) Tue 13 Mar 1934, CITY POLICE COURT TRAFFIC PROSECUTIONS - The Bench in the City Police Court yesterday was occupied by the Police magistrate (Mr. E. L. Hall). Inspector C. W. Berresford prosecuted . . . Ardley Leonard Crooks pleaded guilty to a charge of having parked a motor vehicle in Crescent-road on January 26 in such a way as to obstruct traffic. A fine of 5s with costs 8s was imposed.
9. [S23] TROVE, Examiner (Launceston, Tas. : 1900 - 1954) Mon 21 Mar 1938, Fell from Motor Cycle - When a motor-cycle he was riding along Brisbane-street towards Elphin-road skidded on the tramline and was struck by a car at 11.30 a.m. yesterday, Ardley Leonard Crooks was thrown to the roadway, but was not injured. Charles Swanston was the driver of the car.

Nancy Margaret Reid

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Reid, Nancy 1941 from wedding photo

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Birth	30 March 1915	Nancy Margaret Reid was born on 30 March 1915 in Colebrook, Tasmania, Australia.1
Marriage	24 December 1941	Ardley Leonard Crooks and she were married on 24 December 1941 in Five Dock, NSW, Australia.2,3,4
Death	14 July 1988	She died Heart Attack on 14 July 1988 at age 73 in Sydney, NSW, Australia.5,6

Citations

1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Cert 1622/1915, Father: Cyril John Reid, Railway Employee, 32 years, born Tasmania - Mother: Ruby Isola Reid (Bedford), 27 years, born Tasmania - Parents Married: 08 September 1910 [actually 1909] in Pontville - Issue: 1 male living, 1 female living
   Formerly recorded as C B 2575 1915
   
   Registered: 22 April 1915
2. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 19 February 1942, NEWS FOR WOMEN CROOKS—REID WEDDING
   
   Photo Caption: Mr. and Mrs. Ardley Crooks, who were recently married at St. Mark's Church, Sydney. The bride, who was formerly Miss Nancy Reid, is the daughter of Mrs. C. J. Raid, of Balfour-street, Launceston, and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Crooks, of Launceston.
   
   For her marriage with Mr. Ardley L. Crooks, which took place recently at St. Mark's Church, Five Dock, Sydney, Miss Nancy Reid chose an empire gown of heavy silk. The bride, who is daughter of Mrs. C. J. Reid. of Balfour-street, Launceston, and the late Mr. Reid, wore with her wedding gown a lovely veil lent by Mrs. Gerald Hart, of Launceston. Her shower bouquet was of frangipani. The bride was given away by her cousin, Mr. W. Walke. The bridesmaid, Miss Betty Oliver, cousin of the bride, wore a charming old world gown of parchment taffeta, and carried a bouquet of crimson roses. The bridegroom, who was attended by Mr. Ken Coulter, is a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Crooks, Launceston. "I'll Walk Beside You" was sung by Mr. John Grey during the signing of the register. A feature of the reception held at the home of the bride's aunt, Mrs. C. Oliver, was the wedding cake, made by Mrs. W. Badenach, of Launceston.
3. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 3 December 1941, TEA TOWELS FOR A BRIDE Miss Nancy Reid was the guest of honour at a pre-wedding party on Saturday afternoon, at a party given by Mrs. Gerald Hart. The party was held at "Finchley", the home of Mrs. Hart's sister, Mrs. J. G. Nichols, of Kenyon- street. Miss Reid's wedding with Mr. Ardley Crookes [sic] will take place in Sydney on December 23. The rooms were decorated with masses of lovely flowers. In the lounge green pottery bowls were artistically arranged with mixed flowers. and in the dining room, where afternoon tea was served, roses were arranged in crystal vases. Competitions were won by Mrs. L. Graham and Miss Nancy Reid. The guest of honour wore a becoming frock of maize linen embroidered in multi coloured flowers. A floral horse-shoe was presented to her by Brian Nichols. Mrs. Reid and Mrs. Crookes [sic] were presented with posies. The hostess wore a smart frock of blue linen trimmed with eyelet work, and red buttons. Guests brought embroidered tea towels for the bride-to-be. Those present were Mesdames R. Reid, L. Crookes [sic], Angus Campbell, Lindsay Graham, S. C. Greenwood, G. Hyland. J. G. Nichols, Misses N. Reid, I. Crocker, A. Row, T. Johnson, D. Graham.
4. [S3] NSW Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Certificate, At St Albans Church - Husband: age 25, born Launceston Tasmania, a Secretary, living at 9 Lindsay Street Neutral Bay, parents: James Alexander Leonard Crooks & Pearl Tolson - Wife: age 26, born Colebrook Tasmania, a School Teacher, living at 65 Balfour Street Launceston, parents: Cyril Reid (deceased) & Ruby Isola Bedford - Winesses: B. [Betty] Oliver & K. [Ken] Coulter
5. [S23] TROVE, Sydney Morning Herald 16 July 1988
6. [S3] NSW Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate, At 35 Grandview Grove Seaforth - age 73, born Stanley Tasmaania - Father: Reid, unknown other names - Mother: Bedford, unknown other names - Married at age 28 to Ardley Leonard Crooks in Launceston Tasmania [she was actually aged 26 and married in Five Dock NSW] - Children: Ian aged 45, David aged 44, Robert aged 39, Alan aged 36, Andrew aged 33

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Ian Richard Crooks

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1. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 6 March 1943, CROOKS—On February 26, at Mosman, Sydney, to Mr. and Mrs. Ardley Crooks—a son (Ian Richard).
2. [S101] Personal knowledge

David Anthony Crooks

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Birth	28 September 1944	David Anthony Crooks was born on 28 September 1944 in Sydney, NSW, Australia.1
Marriage	1969	He and Living were married in 1969.
Death	14 January 2021	He died on 14 January 2021 at age 76 in Liverpool, NSW, Australia.2

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1. [S101] Personal knowledge
2. [S23] TROVE, Sydney Morning Herald 29 January 2021, Loved and loving husband of Chris and devoted father of Stuie. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ian (dec) and Gwenneth, Robbie and Elizabeth, Al and Annie and Andy. Sadly missed by his extended family. Rest in Peace Davey.

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Cyril John Reid

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Reid, Cyril GF ca 1921

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Birth	9 September 1882	Cyril John Reid was born on 9 September 1882 in Westbury, Tasmania, Australia.1
Marriage	8 September 1909	He and Ruby Isola Bedford were married on 8 September 1909 in Brighton, Tasmania, Australia.2,3
Death	16 February 1921	He died on 16 February 1921 at age 38 in Perth, Tasmania, Australia.4,5,6,7,8
Burial	18 February 1921	He was buried on 18 February 1921 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.9

Misc	22 February 1904	Cyril John Reid was employed by the Tasmanian railways on 22 February 1904 in Tasmania, Australia.10
Misc	1 July 1918	He was marked as employed by the Tasmanian Railways on 1 July 1918 in Stanley, Tasmania, Australia.11

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1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate 3097 507, Father: Francis James Reid, Yeoman - Mother: Rachael Isabel Reid formerly Badcock - Informant: F J Reid, Father, Westbury - Registered: 25 September 1882
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Record, Cyril John Reid: Railway Porter, age 26, Brighton Junction, birthplace Westbury, Father: Francis James Reid, Carpenter, Mother: Rachel Isabel Reid nee Badcock -
   Ruby Isola Bedford: Domestic Duties, age 22, Pontville, birthplace Pontville, Father: William Bedford, Carrier, Mother: May Bedford nee Jackson
   Witnesses: Clarice Edith Bedford of Pontville and Edgar Vernon White of Brighton Junction
   
   Date: 8 September 1909
3. [S23] TROVE, Daily Post (Hobart, Tas. : 1908 - 1918) Tue 24 Aug 1909, Marriage is evidently not looked on as a failure in the Brighton district, as Mr. Cyril Reid, one of the local railway officials, is to be married to Miss Ruby Bedford, of Brighton, early next month.
4. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 18 February 1921, REID.-On the 16th February, 1921, result of an accident, near Symmons Plains, Perth, Cyril John, the dearly beloved husband of Ruby Reid, aged 38 years.
5. [S23] TROVE, Burnie Advocate 19 February 1921, RAILTON. -- Stanley Fatality. Sincere regret was expressed here at the fatal accident which befel Mr. Cyril J. Reid, of Stanley. Many years ago Mr. Reid was employed at the local railway station as a porter, and sincere sympathy will be extended to his widow.
6. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury 17 February 1921, ANOTHER MAIN ROAD TRAGEDY.
   MOTOR-CYCLIST KILLED.
   A TIRE COMES OFF THE WHEEL.
   LAUNCESTON, February 16.
   A fatal motor-cycle accident occurred this morning on the Hobart-road near Symmons Plains. Cyril J. Reid, who for some years past has been the Stanley manager of Messrs. Cumming Bros., Burnie, was proceeding on a motor-cycle to see his wife, who is ill at Bagdad, when his front wheel tire blew out, and he was thrown off the machine, and fatally injured. The inquest on the body was held at the Perth Hotel this evening, before the Coroner (Hon. J. W. Cheek, M.L.C.). Inspector Dwan, of Longford, represented the police. Robert Peachie, carter, of Perth, gave evidence that he was near Poor Man's Corner, on the Hobart-road, about 9 o'clock this morning, when he saw a man on a motor-cycle about 150 yards away, and travelling at an ordinary speed. He saw the man fall off the cycle. When witness got up to him he was lying on his side, with the machine on his leg. It appeared to witness that the tire on the front wheel had blown out. He remained with the man for about an hour, until assistance arrived. A motor-car came along, and deceased was put into it, and taken to Perth. There was nothing on the road to cause the accident, but the wheel appeared to have skidded about a yard in the sand before the fall. Lance Hudson, dentist, residing at Longford, stated that he was proceeding along the Hobart-road on his way to Campbell Town, between 10 and 11 a.m., and when near Poor Man's Corner saw a motor-cycle lying in the middle of the road, with the tire off one wheel. The witness Peachey was supporting the deceased, who was unconscious, and bleeding at the nose and also breathing heavily. It appeared to witness that the cyclist had run into some sand, and, in trying to get out of it, had pulled the tire off. The deceased was taken to Mr. Lowe's, and a Mr. Taylor went to Evandale for a doctor. Witness stayed with the deceased, but the latter did not regain consciousness, and ceased to breathe 20 minutes after the doctor arrived. In witness's opinion, the tire coming off in the heavy sand was the cause of the fall. There was no sign of a collision. Mr. Peachey's car was on the side of the road, and witness met no one on the road. The deceased man was the Stanley correspondent of "The Mercury," and was very popular in that town. He leaves a widow and five young children.
   
   STANLEY, February 16. " Word was received at Stanley yesterday afternoon of the death of Mr. Cyril J.- Reid while proceeding on a motor bicycle to Bagdad to see his wife, who was unwell. Mr. Reid has been manager at Stanley for Messrs. Cumming Bros, for some years, and was a popular citizen. He was a good sport, and news of his sudden death came as a great shock. He was for some years connected with the State Railways. The deceased leaves a widow and five young children. As a tribute to his memory the Stanley Cricket Club's social gathering, which was to have been held last night, was postponed.
7. [S23] TROVE, Circular Head Chronicle 23 February 1921, Motor Cycle Tragedy. -- Mr.Cyril Reid Killed. -- News was received in Stanley on Wednesday last of the death, with tragic suddenness, of Mr Cyril J. Reid, local manager for Messrs. Cumming Bros, Propty. Ltd., of Burnie. It appears that on Tuesday afternoon , he received a wire from Rhyndaston, stating that his wife was seriously ill at the residence of her father, Mr Bedford. He left Stanley at 5 p.m. on his motor cycle and stopped at Burnie that night. Next morning he left for the South, and it was when passing over Symmon’s Plains, near Perth, that the fatality occurred. He evidently got into some sand, and in trying to get out had pulled a tyre off, and the machine, becoming jimbed, he was thrown heavily on the road. When picked up he was lying unconscious, with the cycle lying on his leg. He died an hour or so later, having fractured the base of his skull.The tidings of the dreadful tragedy cast quite a gloom over Stanley on Wednesday night. Mr Reid was a popular resident, and well-known right through Circular Head. He leaves a widow (who has since been under an operation, and is now progressing favorably) and five young children, for whom much sympathy is felt. Deceased, who was only 38 years of age, was connected with the Government railways for years before coming to reside in Stanley three years ago. As a tribute to his memory, the Cricket Club social to have been held on Wednesday night was postponed and the Men’s Club rooms were closed. An inquest held in Perth before the Coroner, Hon. J. W. Cheek, returned a verdict of accidental death. -- THE FUNERAL. -- The mortal remains were interred in Carr Villa cemetery at Launceston on Friday afternoon. The funeral left the residence of his aunt, Mrs Manson, Cleveland-street. Among the mourners were his father-in-law and two brothers-in-law (Messrs Bedford, of Rhyndaston), Mr Reid (brother,Burnie), Mr Tabart (brother-in-law, Launceston) and Messrs. F. G. Bool and A. Roy Smith, who motored through from Stanley; also Messrs Cumming and Chapman (Burnie.) The floral tributes included wreaths from Cumming Bros., of Burnie ; Masonic Lodge, Stanley ; fellow members of Stanley Cricket Club ; Stanley Men’s Club ; and Warden and Councillors of Circular Head municipality.
8. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate, Died on Hobart Road, Perth - a Business Manager - age 37 [sic] - Cause: Fracture of skull motorcycle accident - spouse details not stated but married at age 26 - Issue: 2 males, 3 females
9. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 18 February 1921, The funeral of the late Mr. Cyril J. Reid will leave the residence of his uncle, Mr. J. Manson, [husband of his Aunt Margaret] No. 10 Cleveland-street, this day, Friday, February 18th, at 2.30, for interment in the Carr Villa Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend.-ARMITAGE AND FINNEY, Undertakers, 116 St. John and 68 York streets. 'Phone 409.
10. [S25] Ancestry.com, Based on employment record in July 1918
11. [S25] Ancestry.com, Tasmania, Australia, Railway Employment Records, 1903-1977, A station Master - annual salary £145 plus £25 per annum for quarters food and lodging - age last birthday: 35 - a railway employee for 14 years 4 months - appointed to current position 16 July 1915

Ruby Isola Bedford

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Bedford Ruby Isola (married name Reid) GM

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Birth	24 January 1887	Ruby Isola Bedford was born on 24 January 1887 in Brighton, Tasmania, Australia.1
Marriage	8 September 1909	Cyril John Reid and she were married on 8 September 1909 in Brighton, Tasmania, Australia.2,3
Death	9 May 1950	She died on 9 May 1950 at age 63 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.4,5,6,7
Burial	10 May 1950	She was buried on 10 May 1950 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.8

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1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate 908 331, Father: William Bedford, Labourer - Mother: Mary Thelma Eliza Bedford formerly Jackson - Informant: Jacobina Jackson, Grandmother, Brighton
   
   Registered: 2 March 1887
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Record, Cyril John Reid: Railway Porter, age 26, Brighton Junction, birthplace Westbury, Father: Francis James Reid, Carpenter, Mother: Rachel Isabel Reid nee Badcock -
   Ruby Isola Bedford: Domestic Duties, age 22, Pontville, birthplace Pontville, Father: William Bedford, Carrier, Mother: May Bedford nee Jackson
   Witnesses: Clarice Edith Bedford of Pontville and Edgar Vernon White of Brighton Junction
   
   Date: 8 September 1909
3. [S23] TROVE, Daily Post (Hobart, Tas. : 1908 - 1918) Tue 24 Aug 1909, Marriage is evidently not looked on as a failure in the Brighton district, as Mr. Cyril Reid, one of the local railway officials, is to be married to Miss Ruby Bedford, of Brighton, early next month.
4. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 10 May 1950, REID-On May 9, 1950, at the Launceston General Hospital, as the result of an accident, Ruby Izola Reid, of 3 Balfour St., beloved wife of the late Cyril John Reid, formerly of Stanley, and loving mother of Laurie, Reg, Clarrie (Mrs. R. Brown), Nance (Mrs. A. R. Crooks) and Kate (Mrs. Jones). Aged 63 years.
5. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Extract on Search - No 1852, Age and Cause of Death: 63 years; Accidental death from brain injury, subarachnoid haemorrhage and cerbral oedema the result of being struck by a motor car on Charles St on 2 May 1950
6. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate, Age 63, living at 65 Balfour Street - widowed with 5 children - married at age 22 to Cyril John Reid
7. [S23] TROVE, Examiner (Launceston, Tas. : 1900 - 1954) Wed 3 May 1950, WOMAN STRUCK BY CAR - MRS. RUBY REID (64), 65 Balfour St., Launceston, was admitted to the Launceston General Hospital late last night with head injuries received when she was knocked down by a car. Her condition was reported as serious.
8. [S23] TROVE, Examiner (Launceston, Tas. : 1900 - 1954) Sat 13 May 1950, Mrs. R. I. Reid - The funeral of Mrs. Ruby I. Reid, 65 Balfour St., Launceston, took place on Wednesday afternoon, leaving St. Paul's Church, Cleveland St., for the Carr Villa Cemetery. It was attended by many relatives and friends. Rev. L. S. Dudley, of St. Paul's, conducted services at the church and grave- side. Chief mourners were Messrs. Laurie and Reg Reid (sons), R. Brown, A. L. Crooks, and J. Jones (sons-in-law) and Mr. L. Bedford (brother), Messrs. J. A. von Alwyn and W. J. Keogh represented the C.T.A. Club. Pallbearers were Messrs. John Adams, E. McAllen, P. McAllen, D. Krushka, F. Krushka, and W. Menzies.
9. [S70] Australian Electoral Rolls, Living at 65 Balfour Street, home duties
10. [S23] TROVE, Examiner (Launceston, Tas. : 1900 - 1954) Wed 3 May 1950, WOMAN STRUCKBY CAR - MRS. RUBY REID (64), 65 Balfour St., Launceston, was admitted to the Launceston General Hospital late last night with head injuries received when she was knocked down by a car. Her condition was reported as serious.
11. [S23] TROVE, The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954) Wed 3 May 1950, Woman Injured Seriously - Mrs. Ruby Reid (63), 65 Balfour St., Launceston, was admitted to the Launceston General Hospital late last night with head injuries. Her condition was serious. It is believed she was knocked down by a car in Balfour St. about 11.15 p.m.

James Alexander Leonard Crooks

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Crooks, James Alexander - GF - from Ancestry

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Birth	5 June 1890	James Alexander Leonard Crooks was born on 5 June 1890 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.1
Marriage	13 March 1913	He and Elsie Olive Pearl Tolson were married on 13 March 1913 in New Town, Tasmania, Australia.2,3
Death	25 May 1973	He died on 25 May 1973 at age 82 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.4,5

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1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate 342 1086, Registered as James Leonard - Father: James William Crooks, Cooper - Mother: Catherine Crooks formerly Hutcheson - Informant: J Crooks, Father, St John Street Launceston - Ardley's Birth Certificate gives name as James Alexander Leonard, so does James' marriage certificate
   
   Registered: 30 June 1890
2. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 15 March 1913, CROOKS--TOLSON. On the 13th March, 1913, at St. John's Church, New Town, Hobart, by the Rev. S. H. Hughes, BA., Leonard J. Crooks, late of Hobart, to Pearl E. Tolson, youngest daughter of Mrs. and the late W. V. Tolson. Laura street, Launceston.
3. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Record, James Alexander Leonard Crooks - age 22, clerk, birthplace Launceston - Father: James William M Crooks, Cooper - Mother: Catherine Crooks (nee Hutchinson)
   Pearl Olive Elsie Tolson - age 25, clerk, birthplace Longford - Father: William Vincent Tolson (deceased) - Mother: Brighty Cecilia Tolson (nee Murphy)
   Witnesses - Vera (?) Howe, A B Crooks (James' brother Ardley Benjamin)
   
   Registered: 13 March 1913
4. [S26] Australian Cemetery Index, Carr Villa Crematorium, Given Names: JAMES LEONARD - Surname: CROOKS - Age: 82 - Death Date: 25/5/1973 - Service Date: 28/5/1973 - Area: Crem - Location: SCATTERED
5. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate, At Launceston General Hospital - year of birth 1890, usual residence Ainslie House Low Head, born Tasmania, parents not stated - Cause: not stated - married to Pearl Olive Crooks at age 22, issue: 3 living males, 3 living females, 1 deceased male
6. [S70] Australian Electoral Rolls, A clerk, living at South Esk Road Trevallyn ("Lennark" owned by his cousin Percy Leonard Crooks) with wife Pearl Olive Elsie
7. [S70] Australian Electoral Rolls, A clerk, living at 64 Frederick Street with wife Pearl Olive Elsie
8. [S70] Australian Electoral Rolls, A clerk, living at 64 Frederick Street with wife Pearl Olive Elsie and daughter Joan Tolson Crooks, typiste
9. [S70] Australian Electoral Rolls, A clerk, living at 102 Frederick Street with wife Pearl Olive Elsie
10. [S70] Australian Electoral Rolls, A clerk, living at 102 Frederick Street with wife Pearl Olive Elsie and daughter Barbara Ann, a machinist
11. [S70] Australian Electoral Rolls, A clerk, living at 102 Frederick Street with wife Pearl Olive Elsie.

Elsie Olive Pearl Tolson

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Tolson, Elsie GM from Ancestry

Biography

Birth	8 July 1887	Elsie Olive Pearl Tolson was born on 8 July 1887 in Longford, Tasmania, Australia.1
Marriage	13 March 1913	James Alexander Leonard Crooks and she were married on 13 March 1913 in New Town, Tasmania, Australia.2,3
Death	16 August 1971	She died on 16 August 1971 at age 84 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.4,5

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1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, 2136 999, Father: William Vincent Tolson, Station Master - Mother: Brighty Cecelia Tolson formerly Murphy
   
   Registered: 18 August 1887
2. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 15 March 1913, CROOKS--TOLSON. On the 13th March, 1913, at St. John's Church, New Town, Hobart, by the Rev. S. H. Hughes, BA., Leonard J. Crooks, late of Hobart, to Pearl E. Tolson, youngest daughter of Mrs. and the late W. V. Tolson. Laura street, Launceston.
3. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Record, James Alexander Leonard Crooks - age 22, clerk, birthplace Launceston - Father: James William M Crooks, Cooper - Mother: Catherine Crooks (nee Hutchinson)
   Pearl Olive Elsie Tolson - age 25, clerk, birthplace Longford - Father: William Vincent Tolson (deceased) - Mother: Brighty Cecilia Tolson (nee Murphy)
   Witnesses - Vera (?) Howe, A B Crooks (James' brother Ardley Benjamin)
   
   Registered: 13 March 1913
4. [S26] Australian Cemetery Index, Carr Villa Crematorium, Given Names: PEARL OLIVE ELSIE - Surname: CROOKS - Age: 84 - Death Date: 16/8/1971 - Service Date: 18/8/1971 - Area: Crem - Location: ENTRANCE CHAPEL - Number: 2.00 - Site: WALL
5. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate, At St. Anna's Nursing Home Prospect Vale - age 84, usual residence 102 Frederick Street Launceston, born Tasmania, parents not stated - Cause: not stated - married to Leonard James Crooks at age 27, issue: 3 living males, 3 living females, 1 deceased male

William Vincent Tolson

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Birth	7 November 1846	William Vincent Tolson was born on 7 November 1846 in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, England.1
Marriage	23 July 1874	He and Bridget Cecilia ("Brighty") Murphy were married on 23 July 1874 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.2
Death	16 April 1902	He died on 16 April 1902 at age 55 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.3,4,5,6

Note		1. According to POST OFFICE DIRECTORY, Westmoreland COUNTY, 1890-1891 W TOLSON was the Stationmaster at Longford - http://www.rootsweb.com/~austas/westmoreland6.htm 2. WALCH'S TASMANIAN ALMANAC Station masters on the Launceston and Western Line, Tasmanian Government Railways W.V. Tolson Railton 1886 p 113 W.V. Tolson Longford 1887 p 119 W.V. Tolson Longford 1888 p 343 W.V. Tolson Railton 1889 p 337 W.V. Tolson Longford 1891 p 345.
Christening	14 February 1847	William Vincent Tolson was christened on 14 February 1847 in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, England.7
Witness	1 April 1851	He appeared in the household of John Tolson in the census on 1 April 1851 in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, England.8
Witness	1 April 1861	William Vincent Tolson appeared in the household of John Tolson in the census on 1 April 1861 in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, England.9
Witness	1 April 1871	William Vincent Tolson appeared in the household of John Tolson in the census on 1 April 1871 in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, England.10

Citations

1. [S8] UK Registry, Birth Record, At Low Road - Father: John Tolson, a Spinner - Mother: Ann Tolson formerly Eyre
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Certificate 216 486, William Vincent Tolson: Blacksmith, 26 Years - Bridget Cecilia [sic] Murphy: Spinster, 23 Years - Clergyman: William Nicholson DD, Free Presbyterian Church - Witnesses: Robert Anderson, Martha Anderson - married in the house of Mr Dutch, Warwick Street
   Registered: 23 July 1874
3. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury Wednesday 23 April 1902, Mrs. W. V. Tolson and family desire to thank all friends for their great kindness, also for letters, cards, and telegrams of condolence, and floral tributes, received during their recent sad bereavement.
4. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury 17 April 1902, TOLSON.- On the 16th of April, at his residence 16 Laura-street, William Vincent Tolson, aged 56 years.
5. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 18 Apr 1902, Information reached here yesterday of the death of Mr. Tolson, who for many years prior to his removal to Launceston was stationmaster at this place, in which position he gained the respect. of all classes of the travelling public. His death is sincerely regretted, and much sympathy is expressed for his bereaved wife and family.
6. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate, At Laura Street Launceston - a clerk aged 56, born in England - Marriage details, issue, parents not stated - Cause: Intestinal obstruction
7. [S8] UK Registry, Baptism Register, Indicates in the left margin that DOB was Nov (?) 7th 1846
8. [S8] UK Registry, 1851 Census, John Tolson, Head, aged 27, a clothier - Ann Tolson, Wife, aged 27 - William Vinson [sic], Son, aged 4 - Sarah, Daughter, aged 3 - Emma, Daughter, aged 1
9. [S8] UK Registry, 1861 Census, Living at Lacy's Yard, Boothroyd Lane - John age 37, Wool Spinner; Ruth age 39; Esther age 17, Wool Machine Feeder [Ruth's daughter from previous marriage]; Betsy age 15, Wool Machine Feeder [Ruth's daughter from previous marriage]; [William] Vincent age 14, Wool Piecer; Ann E age 10, scholar; Lucy age 7, scholar
10. [S8] UK Registry, 1871 Census, Living at Boothroyd Lane - John Tolson, a widower, age 47, Yarn Manufacturer - William V, Son, age 24, Assistant - Ann Eliza, Daughter, age 19, Housekeeper - Lucy, Daughter, age 16, Dressmaker - Ann [daughter by Ruth Marsden], Daughter, age 9, Scholar

Bridget Cecilia ("Brighty") Murphy

Parents

Biography

Birth	11 May 1849	Bridget Cecilia ("Brighty") Murphy was born on 11 May 1849 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.1,2
Marriage	23 July 1874	William Vincent Tolson and she were married on 23 July 1874 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.3
Death	13 April 1919	She died on 13 April 1919 at age 69 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.4,5,6

Citations

1. [S23] TROVE, She was 23 at the time of her marriage in 1874
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate, Gives middle name as Catherine - Father: Patrick Murphy, Laborer - Mother: Margaret Murphy formerly Hartigan - Registered: 30 June 1849 by Margaret Murphy "her mark", Brisbane St, Mother -- we know Bridget's mother's name was Margaret and the birth year is close enough to be pretty confident
3. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Certificate 216 486, William Vincent Tolson: Blacksmith, 26 Years - Bridget Cecilia [sic] Murphy: Spinster, 23 Years - Clergyman: William Nicholson DD, Free Presbyterian Church - Witnesses: Robert Anderson, Martha Anderson - married in the house of Mr Dutch, Warwick Street
   Registered: 23 July 1874
4. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury 14 April 1919, TOLSON.-On the 13th of April, at the residence of her daughter-in-law, Ypres, Melbourne-street, Launceston, Brighty Cecilia, widow of the late W. V. Tolson, in her 66th year.
5. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Probated Will - 12599, Gives name as BRIGHTY CECELIA TOLSON
   Date: 17 November 1919
6. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate 820/1919, Aged 65, reputed birthplace Tasmania - Cause: Pneumonia - married at age 20 - Issue: 3 males living, 1 male deceased, 3 females living, 1 female deceased - Registered: 16 April 1919

Arthur John James Tolson

Parents

Biography

Birth	15 October 1877	Arthur John James Tolson was born on 15 October 1877 in Campbell Town, Tasmania, Australia.1,2
Marriage	18 November 1901	He and Leonida Mary Beatrice Holbrook were married on 18 November 1901 in Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia.3,4
Death	17 September 1970	He died on 17 September 1970 at age 92 in Cheltenham, Victoria, Australia.5

Citations

1. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury Monday 29 October 1877, TOLSON.-On October 15th, at Railway Station, Corners, Mrs. W. V. Tolson of a son.
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate, Father: William Vincent Tolson, Station Master - Mother: Sibbie Tolson formerly Murphy - Registered: 15 November 1877 by Sibbie Tolson, Mother, Corners
3. [S23] TROVE, Zeehan and Dundas Herald 23 December 1901, Wedding Bells.
   (By Mavis),
   TOLSON— HOLBROOK.
   Considerable interest was centred in the wedding of Miss Holbrook, eldest daughter of Mr Holbrook, Zeehan, and Mr A. Tolson, son of Mr Tolson, which was celebrated at the Wesleyan Church on Monday, November 18, in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. As both bride and bridegroom are well- known in social circles, there was an unusually large attendance of onlookers, who filled the church to its utmost capacity, while numbers had to content themselves with standing room only outside. As the bridal party entered the church Mr Lammerton played a bridal march, and immediately before the ceremony the choir sang 'The voice that breathed o'er Eden.' The Rev. Ditterich officiated. The bride, who, in the absence of her father, was given away by Mr Barlen, wore a beautiful gown of white broche silk, the bodice being finely tucked to simulate a pointed bolero, transparent yoke and collar, a spray of orange blossoms completing the corsage. The skirt was tucked lengthwise around the top, and beside the front panel, from whence two tucked flounces continued around the skirt beaded by broad bands of cream cluney lace threaded with satin ribbon, which also outlined the arrangement of tucks ; the long embroidered veil was worn over the coronet of orange blossoms. A large shower bouquet of white flowers, with satin bows and streamers, and long trails reaching the hem of the skirt, completed a charming tout ensemble. This, with a diamond and ruby ring, was the bridegroom's gift. She was attended by two bridesmaids— Miss M. Holbrook (her sister) and Miss M, Tolson (sister of the bridegroom)— who wore extremely becoming gowns of lemon, colored silk, the bodice completely tucked in lattice fashion, bloused all round to attain the Ruesain effect, and finished at the neck with rows of pearls. A fichu of lemon-colored chiffon was draped around the shoulders and held at the left side by a spray of cream and red roses. The skirts were tucked at the top to correspond with the bodices, and finished at the foot with tucked frills. Hats were worn of lemon-colored crinoline draped with chiffon, and having trails of red and cream roses, with foliage at the side where the brim drooped towards the back. They carried bouquets of red and cream roses, and wore diamond and opal brooches, the gift of the bridegroom. The bridegroom was attended by Mr W. Holbrook (brother of the bride) and Mr A. Lumsden. The ' Wedding March' was played by Miss Wesley as the bridal party left the Church, to meet with the inevitable deluge of rice, A very large number were present at the wedding breakfast, which was given at the residence of the bride's parents, Wilson street. The decorations, which were extremely pretty, were arranged by the friends of the bride. Wild lillies and foliage were suspended in artistic trails from the ceiling above the table to each side and end, where they were prettily intermingled with folds of soft green silk. Altogether the wedding was an extremely pretty one. After the breakfast the happy couple left by the mid-day train for Burnie, a large number of friends accompanying them to the station to bestow upon them a parting blessing. In the evening again a large number of friends were entertained at the residence of the bride's parents. The bride's travelling dress was of fawn Henrietta cloth, the skirt tucked throughout, except the front panel, from whence two circular flounces, with bands of stitched violet glace silk, extended around either side; the bodice had a vest of white embroidered chiffon, which also finished the sleeves, in full puff at the wrist, and very prettily-shaped collar, with bands of stitched glace and gold trimming. With this was worn a hat fully trimmed with white chiffon and violets, with trail of autumn leaves turned fully off the face. The following presents were received :— Bride to bridegroom, gold studs and sleeve-links; Miss M, Holbrook, pair Egyptian statuary; Mr W. Holbrook, overmantel; Mr and Mrs W. Barlen, desert spoons and forks ; Mr and Mrs W, V. Tolson (Launceston), afternoon tea set ; Miss Tolson, toilet set and cushions; Miss B. Tolson, set tray cloths and d'oyleys ; Mr T. Tolson, pair figures ; Master G. Tolson, brush and crumb tray ; Rev. and Mrs Ditterich, silver butter dish ; Mr and Mrs W. Stewart, tea service; Mr and Mrs Fawcett, set butter knives; Mr and Mrs Creed; leather hall stand ; Mr and Mrs H. F. Marsh, silver-mounted preserve dish; Mr and Mrs Sweet, silver-mounted cake basket ; Mr and Mrs Watkins, jam spoons and butter knife; Mr and Mrs Rowe, set knitted bags | Mr and Mrs Harper, set mats ; railway officials, marble day eight-day clock; W, T. York and Co., dinner service; employees of W, T. York and Co., set carvers and silver-mounted jam dish'; Mr Harper (Launceston), silver serviette rings; Mr and Mrs Murphy (Hobart), silver fruit basket; Mr McClusky (Hobart), set of butter knives and jam spoons; Mr and Mrs W. H. Wesley (Queenstown), silver card tray ; Miss and Master Wesley (Queenstown), silver serviette rings; Mr and Mrs Castle, water jug and glasses ; Mr and Mrs Davy, pair ornaments ; Mr and Mrs C, Wesley, silver mounted decanters and pair ornaments i Mr and Mrs V. Lilly, dozen serviettes Mr A. Reid, initialled serviette rings : Mr W.Nobes, silver cake basket; Misses M, and E. Roberts, silver mounted pickle jar ; Miss Kittson, silver butter dish ; Mr C. P. Rowan, album : Miss Welling, pearl card case ; Mr and Mrs Guttridge, dessert knives; Mr Thompson and Miss Roberts, silver-mounted preserve dishes; Miss Bunce, afternoon tea cloth ; Miss Kohn, dozen serviettes; Miss L and E Wesley hand-painted cushion and plaque; Mr Peart cut class cruet ; Miss Hughes and Mr Haberlie, pair photo frames ; Mrs Abbott, dozen serviettes ; Miss Blaire (Queenstown), silver-mounted card case; Miss Seager (Hobart), set mats. [The above has been unavoidably held over.]
4. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Record, Name: Tolson, Arthur James - Record Type: Marriages - Spouse: Holbrook, Leonide Mary Beatrice - Date of marriage: 18 Nov 1901 - Where married: Zeehan - Registration year: 1901 - File number: 1319 - Record ID: NAME_INDEXES:1932853
5. [S25] Ancestry.com, Victoria, Australia, Wills and Probate Records, 1841-2009, Name: Arthur John J Tolson - Death Date: 17 Sep 1970 - Death Place: Cheltenham - Occupation: Gentleman - Grant Date: 10 Mar 1971 - Grant: P
6. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 31 May 1904, ZEEHAN, Monday. - Mr. A. J. Tolson, who for the past seven and a half years has been connected with the clerical staff on the Government railways at Zeehan, left with his family to-day for Launceston, he having been transferred to the goods traffic department in the northern city. During his residence here Mr. Tolson made many friends both in the department and amongst the business people, with whom he was constantly in touch.
7. [S23] TROVE, 1914 Census, Arthur John James Tolson (Stationer) and Leonide Mary Beatrice Tolson (Home Duties) shown at 148 Chapel St Windsor, State: Victoria, District: Fawkner, Subdistrict: Prahran

Margaret Annie ("Cissie") Tolson

Parents

Biography

Birth	30 October 1878	Margaret Annie ("Cissie") Tolson was born on 30 October 1878 in Campbell Town, Tasmania, Australia.1,2
Marriage	7 February 1907	Albert Peter Morey and she were married on 7 February 1907 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.3,4
Death	29 October 1959	She died on 29 October 1959 at age 80 in Sorell, Tasmania, Australia.5

Citations

1. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury 1 November 1878, TOLSON.-On October 30, at Main Line Railway Station, Corners, the wife of W. V. Tolson, Station Master, of a daughter. 8932 - also on Tuesday 26 November 1878
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate, Father: William Vincent Tolson, Station Master - Mother: Sibby Tolson formerly Murphy - Registered: 9 December 1878 by Margaret Murphy "her mark", Grandmother, Corners
3. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury 28 March 1907, MOREY-TOLSON. - On February 7, 1907, at St. Paul's Church, Launceston, by Rev, Canon Beresford, assisted by Rev. A. Barkway. Albert Peter, eldest son of the late A. Morey, Okehampton, Triabunna, to Maggie Annie (Cissie), eldest daughter of late W. V. Tolson, Laura-street, Launceston.
4. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 8 February 1907, WEDDING BELLS. MOREY-TOLSON. At St. Paul's Church yesterday, at 12.30, the marriage took place of Miss Maggie Annie (Cissie) Tolson, eldest daughter of the late Mr. W. V. Tolson and Mrs. Tolson, Laura-street, with Mr. Albert P. Morey, '"Banwell," 'Triabunna, East Coast, son of the late Mr. Abraham Morey, "Okehampton," Triabunna. The ceremony was performed by Canon Beresford, assisted by the Rev. A. Barkway. The service was fully choral. Miss Barkway presided at the organ. Mr. Barkway and the surpliced choristers awaited the bride at the church door, and sang '"The Voice that Breathed O'er Eden" as the procession walked slowly to the altar. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr. Arthur Tolson, wore a slightly trained gown of ivory crepe de chene, the skirt having a vandyke of narrow frills edged with Malines lace. The bodice was made with bolero, bordered with ivory silk applique, and showing a vest of Bruges lace. A wide folded belt was added, and a spray of orange blossom finished the corsage. A tulle veil, handsomely embroidered, was worn over a coronet of orange blossom. The bride carried a bouquet of water lilies, bouvardia, and asparagus fern tied with white silk ribbon. The Misses Trix and Pearl Tolson (sisters of bride), and Flo Morey (sister of bridegroom) were bridesmaids. They wore frocks of white broderie Anglais, with Valenciennes insertion on the skirts, and the bodices made with lace yoke and elbow sleeves with narrow, lace-edged frills at the elbow. Their hats were of muslin, with lace and rosettes of white chiffon on the bandeau at the back. They carried bouquets of white sweet pea, roses, and bouvardia, with maiden-hair fern and narrow white ribbon streamers. These, with a gold cable bangle to the first bridesmaid, and jewelled brooch to the other, were gifts from the bridegroom. Mr. W. V. Tolson (brother of bride) and Mr. E. Ford (Triabunna) were best man and groomsman. After the ceremony Mrs. Tolson entertained the bridal party at luncheon, the decorations being of roses, sweet pea, bouvardia, and grasses, with eau-de-nil ribbons from the electrolier to the corners of the T-shaped table. Mr. and Mrs. Morey left for Hobart en route to New Zealand for a few weeks. Mrs. Morey travelled in a gown of Wedgwood blue crepoline, with Paris lace vest and garniture of pompadour ribbons and cerise straw hat, with pink roses and white osprey. The bride gave the bridegroom a travelling rug and the bridegroom presented the bride with a set of silver brushes, mirror, and comb on a silver tray. The officials at the Telephone Exchange gave the bride a pair of handsome cut-glass flower holders, set in silver stands, and a silver cold-water jug.
5. [S26] Australian Cemetery Index, findagrave.com, Birth: 1878
   Death: Oct. 29, 1959 - St George Anglican Cemetery, Sorell, Tasmania, Australia
   Family links:
   Spouse: - Albert Peter Morey (1869 - 1947)
   Inscription: In loving memory of Margaret Annie Morey
   Beloved wife of the late Albert Morey Loving mother of Mollie, Gwen, Eric (deceased)

May Carrie Maud Tolson

Parents

Biography

Birth	20 June 1880	May Carrie Maud Tolson was born on 20 June 1880 in Campbell Town, Tasmania, Australia.1,2
Death	31 January 1881	She died on 31 January 1881 at age 0 in Campbell Town, Tasmania, Australia.3

Citations

1. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury Thursday 1 July 1880, Tolson.-On June 20 at the Railway station,Corners, the wife of W. V. Tolson, station master : a daughter - also in on 7 July 1880 and in Launceston Examiner Thursday 1 July 1880
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate, Father: William Tolson, Station Master - Mother: Sibbey Tolson formerly Murphy - Registered: 26 July 1880 by Margaret Murphy "her mark", Grandmother, Corners
3. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Death Certificate, May Carrie Maud Tolson, Station Master's child, aged 7 months, died of "teething"

William Vincent Tolson

Parents

Biography

Birth	16 March 1882	William Vincent Tolson was born on 16 March 1882 in Campbell Town, Tasmania, Australia.1,2
Marriage	11 January 1911	He and Tasmania May Gridley were married on 11 January 1911 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.3,4,5
Death	1 July 1962	He died on 1 July 1962 at age 80 in Deloraine, Tasmania, Australia.6,7

Citations

1. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury Friday 17 March 1882, TOLSON.-On March 16, at Main Line Railway Station, Corners, the wife of W. V. Tolson ,a son
2. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate, Name on register as Willie - Father: William Vincent Tolson, Station Master - Mother: Sibbie Tolson formerly Murphy - Registered: 19 April 1882 by S. Tolson, Mother, Corners
3. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 12 January 1911, TOLSON-GRIDLEY, The marriage took place yesterday at Holy Trinity Church, at 11.30, of Miss Tassie M. Gridley, daughter of Mr. W. Gridley, Launceston, and Mr. William V. Tolson, son of the late Mr W. V. Tolson and Mrs. Tolson, Laura-street.
4. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 12 January 1911, WEDDING BELLS TOLSON-GRIDLEY, The marriage took place yesterday at Holy Trinity Church, at 11.30, of Miss Tassie M. Gridley, daughter of Mr. W. Gridley, Launceston, and Mr. William V. Tolson, son of the late Mr W. V. Tolson and Mrs. Tolson, Laura-street. The bride was given away by her father, and wore a dainty trained gown of cream silk ninon, finished with silk applique and tucked French net. Her tulle veil was elaborately embroidered, and worn over a wreath of orange blossom. The bridesmaids were Miss Lily Gridley (sister of the bride) and Miss Pearl Tolson (sister of the bridegroom). The first-named wore a gown of white silk, with silk insertion, and white crinoline hat, with lace bow; the second wore a cream serge coat and skirt, braided, and large white chip hat with glace silk bow Mr. Fred Jones acted as best man. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Charles Vaughan. After the ceremony the bride's parents entertained the wedding party and guests at luncheon, the decorations being carried out in a pretty scheme of pink. Later in the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Tolson left for the Coast, en route for Melbourne and Sydney. Mrs. Tolson travelled in a navy tailor-made coat and skirt and hat mounted with roses. The bridegroom gave the bride a gold cable bangle and each of the bridesmaids a gold neck chain with initialled heart. The bride gave the bridegroom a travelling bag. Among other numerous presents were a dinner service and afternoon tea set from the railway staff, and a crystal jam dish on silver stand from the employees of Messrs. J W. Pepper and Son, and a set of table linen from Mr. J. W. Pepper. Among the guests were Mrs. Tolson, the Misses Gridley, Mrs. Morey (Banwell), the Misses Goldsmith, Orchard, Humphries, Eyers, Messrs. F. Jones, J. V Gridley, A. Fraser
5. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Marriage Record, Name: Tolson, William Vincent - Record Type: Marriages - Spouse: Gridley, Tasmania May - Date of marriage: 11 Jan 1911 - Where married: Holy Trinity Church, Launceston - Registration year: 1911 - File number: 803 - Record ID: NAME_INDEXES:1946301
6. [S6] Papers - Helen Thomas nee Crooks - AC Cousin, Family Group Sheet
7. [S26] Australian Cemetery Index, 01 Jul 1962, aged 80

Tasman Eyre Tolson

Parents

Biography

Birth	15 December 1885	Tasman Eyre Tolson was born on 15 December 1885 in Port Sorell, Tasmania, Australia.1
Death	30 May 1959	He died on 30 May 1959 at age 73 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.2

Military	15 March 1916	Tasman Eyre Tolson served in the military on 15 March 1916 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.3
Misc	1 July 1916	He embarked for the First World War on the "Berrima" on 1 July 1916 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.4

Citations

1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate, Father: William Vincent Tolson, Station Master - Mother: Brightly [sic] Cecilia Tolson formerly Murphy - Registered: 27 February 1886 by William V Tolson, Father, Railton
2. [S26] Australian Cemetery Index, Carr Villa Cemetery, First Name: TASMAN - Middle Name: EYRE - Last Name: TOLSON - Age: 74 - Death Date: May 30 1959 - Service Date: Jun 2 1959 - Site Name: Carr Villa Memorial Park -
   Area: Crem - Location: WESTERN WALL - Number: 141 - Site: A
3. [S25] Ancestry.com, Australia, World War I Service Records, 1914-1920, Name: Tasman Eyre Tolson - Age: 30 - Birth Year: abt 1884 - Birth Place: Launceston, Tasmania - Dossier Year Range: 1914-1920 - Enlistment Place: Claremont, Tasmania - Service Number: 16 - Mother: Cecilia Tolson
4. [S25] Ancestry.com, Australia, World War I Service Records, 1914-1920, Next of Kin: Mother, Mrs Cecilia Tolson 16 Laura-street Launceston

George Henry Tolson

Parents

Biography

Birth	22 July 1890	George Henry Tolson was born on 22 July 1890 in Longford, Tasmania, Australia.1
Marriage	22 November 1910	He and Rachael Mary Patman were married on 22 November 1910 in Perth, Tasmania, Australia.2,3
Death	17 November 1918	He died on 17 November 1918 at age 28 in France.4
Burial	19 November 1918	He was buried on 19 November 1918 in Busigny Communal Cemetery Extension, Nord, France.5

Military

15 March 1916

George Henry Tolson served in the military on 15 March 1916 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia.6

Citations

1. [S2] Tasmania Registry of B, D & M, Birth Certificate, Father: William Vincent Tolson, Station Master - Mother: Brighty Cecilia Tolson formerly Murphy - Registered: 2 September 1890 by B. C. Tolson, Mother, Longford
2. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 22 December 1910, TOLSON-PATMAN.- On the 22nd November, at St. Andrew's Church, Perth, by the Rev. L. T. Tarleton, George Henry, youngest son of the late W. V. Tolson and Mrs. Tolson, Laura-street, Launceston, to Rachel Mary, second daughter of Mr, and Mrs. T. H. W. Patman, Perth, Tasmania
3. [S23] TROVE, Launceston Examiner 24 Nov 1910, A wedding was celebrated in St. Andrew's Church, Perth, on Tuesday morning, the Rev. L. T. Tarleton offciating.The contracting parties were Miss Rachel Mary Patman, second daughter of Mr. T.H. W. and Mrs. Patman, of Meadow Cottage, Perth, and Mr. George Henry, youngest son of the late Mr. W. V..Tolson and Mrs. Tolson, Laura-street, Launceston. There was a large number of visitors and friends to witness the ceremony. The bridesmaids were Miss Annie Patman (sister to the bride) and Miss Pearl Tolson (sister to the bridegroom). Mr. Arthur Tolson acted as best man. The bride was given away by her father, and was dressed in a trained gown of crystal voile,'braided,and transparent yoke of finely, tucked net; veil and wreath of orange blossoms. She carried a shower bouquet of cream roses and maidenhair fern, with cream streamers.The bridesmaids were attired in white muslin trimmed with small tucks and insertion, blue floral hats, and carried crooks prettily decorated with flowers and blue streamers. The bridegroom's gift to the bride was a gold bangle, and to the bridesmaids, Miss Patman a gold brooch, Miss Tolson a gold pendant. The bride's present to the bridegroom was a travelling. bag. As the bride entered the church the choir sang "The Voice that Breathed Oe'rEden," and upon leaving the "Wedding March" was played by Miss Rudge. The church was tastefully decorated by friends of the bride. A large number of friends, including the Rev. and Mrs.Tarleton, were invited to the residence of the bride's parents,where a sumptuous repast was partaken of, the bridegroom's mother being also present. The usual toasts were proposed and responded to. The presents were useful and numerous.
4. [S23] TROVE, Hobart Mercury 7 December 1918, TOLSON - On November 17, in France of broncho-pneumonia, M. T. Driver G. H. Tolson, dearlv beloved husband of R. M. Tolson and father of R. Pearl Tolson. Melbourne-street Launceston aged 28 - also in Launceston Examiner Tuesday 3 December 1918
5. [S7] Commonwealth War Graves Commission, War Grave, George was a Lance Corporal (No. 4794) in the 6th Mechanical Transport Coy., Australian Army Service Corps when he was killed in action.
6. [S25] Ancestry.com, Australia, World War I Service Records, 1914-1920, Name: George Henry Tolson - Gender: Male - Age: 26 - Birth Year: abt 1888 - Birth Place: Longford, Tasmania - Dossier Year Range: 1914-1920 - Enlistment Place: Claremont, Tasmania - Service Number: 4794 - Spouse: Rachael Mary Tolson