Charles Merritt (1873 - 1947)

Born 1873 in Boorowa, New South Wales, Australia

Ancestors

Husband of Maude Mary (Creevy) Merritt — married 1900 in Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia

Died 4 Jun 1947 at about age 74 in at his residence 49 Clyde Street Guildford

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Death of Charles Merritt

Charles Merritt died on the 4th June, 1947 aged 74 years. This age correlates to our Charles. However, BDM NSW lists his parents as George and Jess, not Bridget.

MERRITT Charles -June 4 1947 at his residence 49 Clyde Street Guildford dearly loved husband of Maud Mary Merritt and dear father of Irene (Mrs Masen) Leila (Mrs Scott) Jack Jim and Neville aged 74 years RIP . MERRITT -The Relatives and Friends of Mrs Maud Merritt and Family are kindly invited to attend the Funeral of her dearly loved Husband and their dear Father CHARLES MERRITT to leave our Funeral Home 121 Rawson Street Auburn To-morrow (Friday) Afternoon at 2 TO o clock for the Catholic Cemetery, Rookwood LABOR MOTOR FUNERALS LIMITED 121 Rawson Street Phone LA2777 (4 lines) AUBURN

Newspaper References “Well-known Tamworth holding sold Messrs.Lowcock and King, property salesmen, of Tamworth and Gunnedah, have just completed the sale of Mr. Chas. Merritt's high-class- sheep holding known as "The Terrace," situated In the Tamworth district, comprising 2136 acres secured lands, together with 3000 sheep. Mr. E. A. Norton, late of "Blytheswood" was the purchaser.” Manilla Express (NSW : 1899 - 1954), Wednesday 5 May 1915, page 4 ________________________________________ FAREWELL AT WEABONGA A pleasant function took place in the Hall at Weabohga, on Friday evening, when the residents of the township met to give Mr. and Mrs. C. Merritt and family a farewell. Alderman Up john (Mayor of Tamworth) who presided, spoke in the highest terms of Mr. Merritt and family and of the esteem in which they were hold by all who knew them. Rev Father Mullins made a presentation en behalf of the people of Weabonga, of a beautiful silver tea and coffee service, suitably inscribed, and wished Mr. and Mrs. Merritt and family every prosperity in their new home at Tamworth. Mr. Merritt suitably responded on behalf of his wife and family, and thanked all those present for the beautiful present. Singing and dancing were then indulged in. Mr. Peer Flanders, of Tamworth, presided, at the piano. During the speeches Mr. Upjohn was declared Mayor of Weabonga, and everybody declared themselves. New Staters. Daily Observer (Tamworth, NSW : 1917 - 1920), Tuesday 18 May 1920, page 6 ________________________________________ ANOTHER "GOOD PROPERTY SALE. Mesrs. Lowcock and King, property salesmen, of Tamworth and Gunnedah, report having sold on account of Mrs. McEwen, her highly Improved property "Rywung," situated at Swamp Oak, and comprising 2952 acres of C.P. lands, the purchaser being Mr. Chas. Merritt, whom they recently sold out at Limbrl. There were also sold with the above property 2800 sheep and an extensive plant. Tho same firm further advised having sold for Mr. J. McEwen his property of 383 acres C.P. in the same direction. Tamworth Daily Observer (NSW : 1910 - 1916), Wednesday 26 May 1915, page 4 NEW STATE CONCERT PARTY AT WOOLLBROOK. The New State concert party, comprising Mr. and Mrs. T Courtney Hood, Misses Maggie Bourke, Rene Merritt, Marjorie Sippel and Phoebe Sheldon and Mr.J. O'Donohue, journeyed to Wool-brook on Anniversary day, and after a picnic under the willows, held a concert at night. There was a crowded and enthusiastic audience. All the artists were in splendid form, and were warmly re-called. Mrs. M. Morgan, a local singer, also assisted. Mr. J. Doods, president of Woolbrook New State League, was in the chair, and at the conclusion, congratulated Mr. Hood upon his enterprise and success. In responding Mr. Hood thanked the audience for their appreciation and referred to the splendid hall, of which the people, were justly proud. He also referred to the New State movement, and was pleased to notice that Woolbrook had a very live League. He reminded them of the big New State conference, to be held at Armidale in April next. The concert closed with the National Anthem, and was followed by a dance, the excellent floor being taxed to its utmost. Northern Daily Leader (Tamworth, NSW : 1921), Monday 31 January 1921, page 1

Sources

• Trove, BDM NSW