Selected Families and Individuals
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FUNERAL NOTICE - "The Toowoomba Chronicle", Friday, July 29, 1910 We regret to announce the death of Mr. John Laidlaw who passed away at his residence, Cnr. of West and Taylor Streets, last evening. Mr. Laidlaw was cofounder of the firm of Messrs. Laidlaw and Peak (now Messrs. W.C. Peak and Co. ) had been ailing for many months, and death must have been a happy release. He leaves a widow and several children well known in the district. The funeral leaves his place this Friday afternoon at 4 O'clock.
OBITUARY - "The Toowoomba Chronicle", Saturday, July 30, 1910 The funeral of the late Mr. John Laidlaw took place yesterday afternoon, Rev. R.U. Roberts officiating at the graveside. As stated yesterday, a long illness preceded the passing. The Late Mr. Laidlaw over 29 years ago was connected with the railway Department as a guard, and then as a Station Master in the West. He joined his brother George, (who then had a produce business in Brisbane) in taking over the business of Wilson Bros, in Toowoomba. After some time Mr. George Laidlaw retired and continued to be head of the firm Messrs G Laidlaw & Co. in Brisbane. The Toowoomba firm afterwards was entitled Messrs. Laidlaw & Peak. Mr. William C. Peak (the present head of the firm of Messrs. W. C. Peak & Co.) becoming a partner. Mr. Laidlaw retired about three years ago, the present firm seceding. Mr. Laidlaw took up a farm in the Bowenville district, with his family. Mr. Laidlaw was about 65 year of age at the time of his death. He leaves a widow, four sons and two daughters the latter being, Messrs. George, Herbert, John, Eric, Misses Violet and Evelyn, with whom much sympathy is felt at the loss of a sterling citizen and father.
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In loving memory of John Laidlaw. Native of Scotland. Died July 29, 1910 aged 65 years. Peace perfect peace. In loving memory of Sarah Dorcas Laidlaw. Native of Warwick. Died May 3, 1914 aged 54 years. Thy will be done. In loving memory of Grace Jessie Laidlaw. Died Dec. 15th 1892 aged 3 years and 6 months.
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In loving memory of John Laidlaw. Native of Scotland. Died July 29, 1910 aged 65 years. Peace perfect peace. In loving memory of Sarah Dorcas Laidlaw. Native of Warwick. Died May 3, 1914 aged 54 years. Thy will be done. In loving memory of Grace Jessie Laidlaw. Died Dec. 15th 1892 aged 3 years and 6 months.
DEATH NOTICE - The Brisbane Courier, Friday, June 22, 1883 Laidlaw. - On the 15th June, at Dalby, James Bain, the beloved son of John and Sarah Laidlaw, aged 3 months.
BIRTH NOTICE -The Brisbane Courier, Thursday, April 10, 1884 Laidlaw. - On the 8th April, at the school-house, Chinchilla, the wife of John Laidlaw, of a daughter
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In loving memory of John Laidlaw. Native of Scotland. Died July 29, 1910 aged 65 years. Peace perfect peace. In loving memory of Sarah Dorcas Laidlaw. Native of Warwick. Died May 3, 1914 aged 54 years. Thy will be done. In loving memory of Grace Jessie Laidlaw. Died Dec. 15th 1892 aged 3 years and 6 months.
SERVICE RECORD WWI - Service No. 3581, Rank: Private, Unit: 31st Battalion, 8th Reinforcement, Age enlisted: 23, Date of Enlistment :19 January 1916, Next of kin: Brother, George Hunter Laidlaw, Moola, Braiside, via Dalby, Queensland, Embarked from Brisbane, Queensland, on board HMAT A42 "Boorara" on 16 August 1916, Eric was wounded in action in France and then put on the Ambulace Transport H.T. "WARILDA" .for England. It was torpedoed and sunk; Eric was declared drowned at sea 3 August 1918.
Commemoration details:Hollybrook Memorial, Southampton, England, Panel number, Roll of Honour, Australian War Memorial 119
Place of birth: Toowoomba, Queensland, Religion:Presbyterian, School: Toowoomba Grammar School, Queensland, Occupation:Farmer, Marital status:Single. Description: height - 5'71/2", wieght - 140 lbs, chest measurement 37 3/4", complexion - fresh, eyes - gray, hair - brown.
(Source: National Archives website & Australian War Memorial website)
Andrew was born Johann Andreas RUECKERT.
Jessie is buried under the name of "Jessie B Ricketts". She is buried with her husband and he is recorded as Andrew Rickett.
FUNERAL NOTICE -"The Brisbane Courier", Tuesday, August 14, 1906
RICKERT. - The Friends of Mr. Andrew Rickert of Capalaba, are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of his deceased Daughter, Miss Ada Sarah Rickert, to move from the Funeral Parlour of the undersigned, Peel-street, South Brisbane, This (Tuesday) Afternoon, at 4 o'clock, for the South Brisbane Cemetery. John Hislop, Funeral Director.
FUNERAL NOTICES - "The Brisbane Courier", Friday, November 12, 1920 MUMFORD - The Friends and Relatives of Mrs. E. Mumford are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of her deceased Husband, Edward, to leave his late residence, Edith-street, Coorparoo, this (Friday) Morning, at 11 o'clock, for the Bulimba Cemetery. John Hislop & Sons, Funeral Directors. MUMFORD - The Friends and Relatives of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Mumford, Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Mumford, and Messrs. Edward, jun., George, Jack, and Harold Mumford, and the Misses Jessie and Edith Mumford are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of their deceased Father and Father-in-law, Mr. Edward Mumford, to leave his late residence, Edith-street, Coorparoo, this (Friday) MORNING, at 11 o'clock, for the Bulimba Cemetery.John Hislop & Sons, Funeral Directors.
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Peace. In loving memory of our father Edward Mumford died 11th Nov. 1920 aged 78 years. Also our dear mother Annabella Mumford died 20th Jan. 1921 aged 66 years. Also our dear sister Edith May Mumford died 18th May 1923 aged 25 years.
FUNERAL NOTICE - "The Brisbane Courier", Saturday, January 22, 1921 MUMFORD - The Friends and Relatives of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. and Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Mumford, Messrs. Edward, George, Jack, and Harold Mumford, and Misses Jessie and Edith Mumford are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of their deceased Mother and Mother-in-law, Mrs. E. Mumford, to leave her late residence, Edith-street, off Old Cleveland rd., Coorparoo, this (Saturday) afternoon, at 2.30 o'clock, for the Bulimba Cemetery. John Hislop & Sons, Funeral Directors.
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Peace. In loving memory of our father Edward Mumford died 11th Nov. 1920 aged 78 years. Also our dear mother Annabella Mumford died 20th Jan. 1921 aged 66 years. Also our dear sister Edith May Mumford died 18th May 1923 aged 25 years.
GRAVE INSCRIPTION: Also Edward Mumford died 13th Augt 1942 aged 66 years
SERVICE RECORD - WWI: - Service Number: 510, Unit: 31st Battalion, Rank: Private, Age at Enlistment: 334yrs & 8 months (What a porkie if our George!!), Date of Enlistment: 8 May 1915, Date of Embarkation: 9 November 1915, Was wounded in action twice in France, Returned to Australia: 4 May 1917. Personal Details: height - 5'7", weight - 10st 5 lbs, chest measurement 33 to 37", complexion - bronzed, eyes - blue, hair - brown, religion - Church of England, occupation - labourer, marital status - single, Next of Kin: Mother, Mrs. Annie Mumford, Edith Street, Stone's Corner, Coorparoo, Brisbane. (Source: National Archives of Australia website) Born: Hemmant
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In loving memory of George Mumford died 25th May 1933 aged 55 years. At rest.
SERVICE RECORD - WWI: Service Number: 2217, Unit: 49th Battalion, Rank: Private, Age at Enlistment: 34 yrs 11 mths, Date of Enlistment: 28 January 1916, Date of Embarkation: 16 August 1916, Served on Western Front; Reveived gunshot wounds to the knee, Returned to Australia: 8 April 1918. Personal Details: height - 5'6 1/2", weight - 122 lbs, chest measurement 32 to 35", complexion - dark, eyes - brown, hair - dark brown, religion - Church of England, occupation - labourer, marital status - single, Next of Kin: Father, Mr Edward Mumford, Old Cleveland Road, Coorparoo, Brisbane, Queensland. (Source: National Archives of Australia website)
FUNERAL NOTICE - "The Brisbane Courier", Monday, May 21, 1923 Mumford. - The Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ernest Mumford, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald L. Mumford, Messrs. Edward, George, Jack A., and Harold Mumford, and Miss Jessie Mumford are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of their deceased Sister and Sister-in-law, Miss Edith May Mumford, to leave the residence of her Brother, Mr. Henry Ernest Mumford, Old Cleveland road, Coorparoo, This (Monday) Morning, at 10 o'clock, for the Bulimba Cemetery. John Hislop & Sons, Funeral Directors.
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Peace. In loving memory of our father Edward Mumford died 11th Nov. 1920 aged 78 years. Also our dear mother Annabella Mumford died 20th Jan. 1921 aged 66 years. Also our dear sister Edith May Mumford died 18th May 1923 aged 25 years.
BIRTH NOTICE -"The Brisbane Courier", Wednesday, April 28, 1869,
Laidlaw. - On the 26th April, at Saul-street, North Quay, Mrs. W. H. Laidlaw, of a daughter
BIRTH NOTICE -"The Brisbane Courier", Saturday, February 11, 1871
Laidlaw. - On the 4th February, at Petrie-terrace, Mrs. W. H. Laidlaw, of a daughter
George died aged 74 years
FUNERAL NOTICE - The Courier Mail, Tuesday, January 5, 1954
LAIDLAW - the relatives of Mrs. G. H. Laidlaw and Jean of 395 Upper Cornwell Street, Greenslopes are invited to attend the cremation service of her beloved Husband and her father George Hunter Laidlaw to be held at the Chapel of the Crematorium, Mt. Thompson this Tuesday afternoon at 4.30 O'clock.
Daisy died at age 83