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A requiem mass was held at St Michael's, Lane Cove, before his interment at Rookwood Catholic cemetery.
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While this Florence M Monaghan is shown as cremated, there is also a reference to a Florence M Monaghan for Catholic Burials at Rookwood:
Monaghan Florence M 64 08/12/1959 SEC*M2*11**1015 Burial
However, the year is different (not 1956 but 1959)
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AUST - NSW - Rookwood Old Methodist.
2015-08-17 - a visit to Rookwood found the area Sarah (Bertha Sarah O'Hern) is supposedly buried in. However, the rows are not in numerical order and finding grave 2323 was complicated, to say the least. Methodist Old area 4A is located in the round part of the first ground inside the Rookwood entrance from East Street. Plots numbered in the 2300s are located along the southern part of the circular area. I found no headstone for Bertha Sarah.
There is no sign of husband John O'Hern in the Methodist area, nor in the Catholic and Anglican areas of Rookwood.
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GPS LOCATION NOTE
Mary Dowling Hardy's grave location:
GPS for M1: -33.8666587; 151.0488049 -
Section M1 Area E Grave 647
Mary Dowling Hardy's grave should not be confused with the grave located in the Anglican area
Grave Site: S 33.52.066 E 151.03.118 (This is not My Mary Minchin Dowling Hardy as Mary Hardy was Roman Catholic)
2015-08-17 - Visit to Rookwook Old Catholic area known as Mortuary 1 (M1) to disprove the Anglican grave and found Mary Dowling Hardy in the M1 Section.
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GPS LOCATION NOTES
GPS coordinates for Edward Comber (1852-1927): -33.8684131, 151.0594697 in Rookwood Cemetery.
2015-08-17 - visit to Rookwood - found the row Edward is supposed to be located in, but there were very few identifying numbers. The GPS locations indicate the row Edward is in, not the exact location of Edward's grave.
There are 5 areas designated Section 9. I believe Edward is located in the area furthest from the road that runs past the old Anglican Office.
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2015-08-17 - Visit to Rookwood. There are 5 areas designated Section 9. I believe Nellie is located in the area closest to the road - 4 walkways in from the corner on the street where Sections 9 and 12 begin, or 6 walkways in from the roadway itself (the corner closer to the Anglican office).
The office assistant said that the registration was for "NELLIE CLACK".
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Obituary -
The Sydney Morning Herald Saturday 18 September 1915 page 20 of 26
PRIVATE H. CHADBAN.
Private Henry Chadban (died of wounds) was 28 years of age, and a son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Chadban, of Stroud. He was educated at the Stroud Public School and afterwards worked in the Gloucester and Bellinger River districts as a timber-getter gaining a reputation as a wood chopper.
Deceased was a prominent member of the East Raleigh Football Club and was also a good cyclist, and the holder of several gold medals won at those sports. In 1912 he joined the police force and was stationed at Newcastle until war broke out when he enlisted with the 13th Battalion. Private Chadban was in 1913 awarded the Royal Humane Society’s certificate for life saving.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/15614381
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The Gloucester Advocate ( NSW ) Saturday 18 September 1915 page 2 of 4
PRIVATE HENRY CHADBAN
The late Private Henry Chadban, reported killed at the Dardanelles, was 28 years of age, and a son of Mr. and Mars. H. Chadban, of Stroud. In his youthful days, Private Chadban was working about Gloucester, and afterwards went to the Belinger River, where he was engaged in the timber industry.
In January, 1912, he joined the Police force in Sydney, and later went to Newcastle. He was a prominent footballer and sportsman generally, and held the certificate of the Royal Live Saving Society. Private Herbert Chadban, a brother, is in hospital in Malta.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/158595188
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Newcastle Morning Herald & Miners’ Advocate (NSW) Saturday 2 October 1915 page 5 of 16
A.N.A. SOLDIERS
Constable Harry Chadban, who, enlisted from Newcastle, where he was stationed for some months, died on August 13th of wounds received at the Dardanelles. His parents live at Stroud, and he was the first member of the Newcastle branch of the Australian Natives Association to be killed, although about thirty members have enlisted, a great many of whom are already at the front. At a meeting of the branch this week a special minute was passed appreciatively recording Mr. Chadban’s services, and the mortuary allowance of £20 was passed for payment to his next-of-kin.
Mr. C. H. Tonkin, the secretary of the branch, has formulated a scheme, which is to be considered at next meeting, whereby the members who are remaining at home will by special contribution keep those who have gone to the front financially good on the books during their absence. This scheme, which appears to be generally approved, will have the twofold effect of avoiding the need for the branch calling upon the ‘headquarters’ funds for the purpose, and of ensuring to members’ relatives the mortuary allowance of £20 in the event of them being killed or ensuring to members, in the event of injury, the full benefit of £1 1s per week for 52 weeks, and 5s per week for life should they be permanently incapacitated.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/137966556
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Dungong Chronicle ( NSW ) Tuesday 2 May 1916 page 2 of 6
Whilst in Newcastle last week, the writer observed opposite the post office, in Hunter Street, a marble monument, erected in memory of the fallen of Newcastle. On ‘ Anzac Day ‘ the stone was covered with most beautiful wreaths; on looking over them, I discovered a magnificent wreath from the police of Newcastle to the late Pte. Chadban, of Stroud, who was in the police force at Newcastle at the time of enlisting. I was pleased to note that the police of Newcastle did not forget their comrade on that memorable day, who was so brave to give his life for King and country.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/136009502
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The Newcastle Sun ( NSW ) Thursday 18 July 1918 page 5 of 6
POLICE HONOR ROLL
Unveiling Next Wednesday
A beautiful marble honor roll, one of the finest of its kind, will be unveiled at the city police station on Wednesday night. The names are inscribed in gold lettering on a black marble scroll, and this is set on a white marble tablet. The roll faces the public entrance to the station, and at present it is draped with the Southern Cross. The words: ” Our Heroes, ” surrounded by a wreath of laurel in bas-relief, with the words ” Newcastle District Police Roll of Honor ” beneath the wreath, are chiselled into the head of the white tablet. At the bottom of the same tablet is chiselled the inscription, ” The Great War, 1914-19. ” So the police apparently believe that the war will conclude next year.
Eight constables‘ names appear on the scroll: - H. Chadban ( of Newcastle, killed ), F. M. Doonan ( of Lambton, killed ), H. W. Hancock ( of Newcastle Water Police, killed ), T. Connell ( of Minmi, killed ), C. W. J. Grant ( of Newcastle Water Police, returned wounded ), D. J. Long ( of Newcastle, still on active service ), V. Digre ( of Newcastle, who served with the naval bridging train and is now in the artillery ) and S. Pender ( who has re-enlisted ). Constable Connell served with the Imperial Forces, being called up as an Irish Reservist.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/159096387
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Newcastle Morning Herald & Miners’ Advocate Thursday 25 July 1918 page 5 of 8
NEWCASTLE POLICE. ROLL OF HONOUR UNVEILED. A roll of honour to the members of the Newcastle police who have gone to the war was unveiled at the police station last night, in the presence of a very large muster of members of the force.
The officers present were: Superintendent Goulder, who has entered on leave of absence prior to retirement; Superintendent Childs, his successor; Inspectors Cook, Buzacott, Hood, and Hojel. There were more than 40 police present.
Alderman Kilgour, the Mayor of Newcastle, Mr. C. F. Butler, S.M., and Mr. W. G. Chiplin, chamber magistrate at Newcastle, were also present.
There are eight names on the roll- H. Chadban, F.M. Doonan, H. W. Hancock, T. Connell, C. W. J. Grant, D. J Long, V Digre, and S Pender. The first four have made the supreme sacrifice. The last mentioned, as Superintendent Childs said, was mentioned in despatches for meritorious work at the Dardanelles. ( S. Pender )
On his return he rejoined the force, but had felt the call so strong that he had again resigned and enlisted. The names are inscribed on a scroll of black marble, which is mounted on a white polished panel, and surmounted with a white marble pediment richly carved, with a laurel wreath and the flags of the Empire and Australia. At the top is inscribed ” Our Heroes, ” and immediately below ” Newcastle District Police. ” Below the names are the words, ” For King and Country, ” and lower down, ” The Great War, 1914-19, ” space being left to fill in the year in which the war ends.
Superintendent Childs. who unveiled the roll, said it was with feelings of pleasure mingled with regret that he performed that function, pleasure because he felt proud of belonging to the same force as the men whose names were inscribed on the roll, and regret that four of them had laid down their lives, two in Gallipoli and two in France. When the Empire was in danger these men did not hesitate, but freely and voluntarily gave their services to their King and country. They had the satisfaction of knowing that the Empire was fighting for a righteous and just cause. He took that opportunity of mentioning that since the war began 158 members of the police force had enlisted, 40 had died on active service, 32 had returned, and 81 were still on military service. In addition, six clerks, who were attached to the Inspector-General’s Office, had enlisted. One of them died on the way to the front, another was invalided home, and the four others were still on active service. The Mayor briefly supported the remarks of Superintendent Childs, and paid a warm tribute to the patriotism of the men who had enlisted. He expressed his appreciation at being invited to take part in the function.
Superintendent Goulder said he felt it a great privilege to say a few words regarding their honoured comrades who had offered their lives on the altar of duty and patriotism. He always felt a thrill when he saw two or three soldiers who were voluntarily prepared to give their lives without any advantage whatever to themselves, apart from the satisfaction of knowing they had done their duty in the highest and fullest degree. ” I have always said ” added Superintendent Goulder, ” that military offenders who are going to the war, or have been, should not be treated in the same category as civilians guilty of similar minor offences. I would ask, as a special personal favour, if you have occasion to interfere with soldiers, do it as kindly and as charitably as you can, remembering the sacrifices they have made and the hardships they have suffered “.
In unveiling the roll, Superintendent Childs said he would apply words used by the Governor-General recently in unveiling a roll of honour, ” I unveil this roll to the honour of those connected with the Newcastle Police Force. I dedicate it to the glory of God, to the memory of those who have fallen, who have been wounded, who are returning to us, and who are about to serve in our renowned Australian Divisions. ” Inspector Cook paid a tribute to Constable J. Chandler, from whom the idea of having the memorial emanted, and who, once the superintendent’s permission was obtained, pushed the matter ahead with great energy. Constable Chandler expressed his pleasure at seeing such a large muster, and said when the movement was started the money was rapidly subscribed.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/140973599
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Dungong Chronicle Tuesday 22 August 1916 page 2 of 6
ROLL OF HONOR. CHADBAN. -
In loving memory of our dear Son and Brother, Private Henry Chadban, No. 1292, 6th of 13 Batt., 4th Aus. Inf. Brigade, who died of wounds at Malta, on 13th Aug., received at Lone Pine Aug. 7th, 1915. Aged 29
He rose responsive to his country’s Call
And gave for her his best, his life, his all.
He fell a hero in the deadly strife,
For, King and Country he laid down his life.
Inserted by his loving Mother and Father, Sisters and Brothers.
M. and H. Chadban.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/136008568
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Dungong Chronicle Tuesday 13 August 1918 page 2 of 6
ROLL OF’ HONOR CHADBAN. -
Private Henry Chadban, 13th Batt., wounded in the Lone Pine raid on 7 th August, and died on 13th, 1915, at Malta, aged 28 years.
He bravely answered duty’s call,
He gave his life for one and all.
Inserted by his loving father, mother, brothers and sisters.
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/134141291
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