WEDDINGS   UPDATED

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ALDERMAN - CAHILL                      1922

Lancelot Robert "Bob" Alderman married Catherine E. Cahill in 1922  SEE MORE

    BOB & CATHERINE ALDERMAN
 

ALDERMAN - TROY           1946

William "Bill" Hedges Alderman, son of Lancelot "Bob" and Catherine Alderman, married Joan T. Troy in 1946. SEE MORE

ALLARDYCE - McDONALD    1911

Arthur met and married Anne Euphemia McDonald (known
as Pheme) in 1911.  SEE MORE

 ARTHUR & PHEME ALLARDYCE
 

ALTHAM - MUIR           5th December 1929

The wedding of Jean Muir to Mr. Nathan Altham was solemnised in the Methodist Church on Thursday, 5th December, at 5.15 a.m. the Rev. Percy Clark officiating. Evidence of the high esteem in which this young couple was held was displayed by the seating accommodation of the church being taxed to its utmost capacity, quite a large number having to stand throughout the ceremony. The bride was dressed in a dress of cream georgette with silk lace panels, and silver shoes, carrying a bouquet of cream roses tinged with pink. The veil was the gift of her aunt. The bride was attended by Miss Gladys Venning, who wore a dress of apricot georgette with lace georgette ensemble. Mr. Duncan Muir, brother of the bride, acted in the capacity of best man. The breakfast was held at the Lyric Dining Rooms where a large number of relatives and friends were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Duncan Muir. The reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Ranyard. Mr. and Mrs. Altham left during the evening for Albany where they intend spending a short honeymoon.

ANDERSON - PEAKE

George Anderson married Jean Peake.  SEE MORE

ANDERSON - TREVASKIS          1942

Neil A. Anderson married Evelyn M. A. Trevaskis in 1942.
 SEE MORE

ARMSTRONG - SEARL

Charles E. Armstrong married Emma J. Searl, daughter of William and Nancy Searl.

ATKINSON - WILKINSON           1953

Dick Atkinson married Margaret Wilkinson, daughter of Tom Wilkinson, in 1953. SEE MORE

ATWELL - FEVIN         March 1921

Eli Atwell, son of Henry and Caroline Atwell, of Somerset, England,  married Flossie Violet May Fevin at Langport, Somerset, England in March 1921. SEE MORE

AYLMORE - DOUST

Albert Edward Aylmore (Senior) married Emma Alwina Doust.
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AYLMORE - GRAY     9th July 1918

Alfred "Ted" Aylmore, son of Arthur and Elizabeth  Jane Aylmore, married Florence Mary Gray, the daughter of Robert Gray, in Essex, England 9 July 1918 by Vicar L.P. Smith at the Herne Hill Parish Church.  SEE MORE

AYLMORE - VENNING                  May 1930

A very fashionable wedding was celebrated in the Gnowangerup Methodist Church, when Doris, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Venning, was married to Mr. Herbert Aylmore, second son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Aylmore of Gnowangerup. The Rev,. V. Deakin conducted the ceremony.
The Church was prettily decorated with three large arches, which were twined with fern and flowers. White streamers hung from the two outside arches, giving the centre arch, from which was suspended a large wedding bell and silver initials, a very effective setting.
The bride, who entered the church on the arm of her father, looked very charming. She wore an ivory reversible satin frock, banded at the waist with the reverse. Three diamente wedding bells hung loosely at the waist from a brilliant band. A small draping was caught at the shoulder with a brilliant buckle. Long peaks reaching almost to the ankle formed an uneven hemline. The veil hung softly from a coronet of orange blossom. Large Easter lilies were embroidered in each corner of the veil. The bride carried a sheath bouquet of cream roses, daises and carnations, flecked with pale pink carnations.
Little June Black, aged four years, the bride's first cousin, carried the bride's veil. June wore a pale pink georgette frock, smocked into a small yoke. The bridesmaid, Miss Gladys Venning , wore a coral pink reversible satin frock with a double waist line, the lower waist being formed by small pin tucks, and flared skirt with uneven hem. The frock was trimmed with silver work and brilliant buckle. She wore a soft turned back felt hat to tone. The second bridesmaid, Miss Grace Bennetts, wore an old rose reversible satin frock with double waistline and a large bow forming a draping on the side; a flared skirt with long sides, formed an uneven hem line. The frock was trimmed with silver beads. She wore a soft trimmed back felt hat to tone. Both bridesmaids carried sheath bouquets of pink roses and dahlias touched with daisies.
Mr. Duncan Muir of Kojonup was best man and Mr. Harold Venning was groomsman.
The brides mother wore a smart brown satin frock trimmed with tonings of corenelie work and hat to tone. The groom's mother wore a cinnamon brown crepe de chene frock, with hat to match. Both mothers carried a posy of carnations.
The many guests were received at the Memorial Hall, where a happy breakfast took place. A beautifully decorated square wedding cake held a prominent position on the table. After the reception all friends gathered at the home of the bride's parents, where a social evening was held.
The happy couple left by car amid a shower of confetti for their honeymoon, the bride wearing a fawn costume and small turn back blue felt hat and choker.  SEE MORE
 

    HERB & DORRIE AYLMORE
 

BALL - CUTHBERT        1849

James Ball, son of Benjamin and Elizabeth Ball, married Jessie Cuthbert in 1849.

BALL - LEMON         1879

Ben Ball maried Eliza Lemon, daughter of John and Eliza Lemon, in 1879

BALL - MITCHELL     18th January 1904

William "Will" Cuthbert Ball married Charlotte "Gussie" Mitvhell on 18th January 1904, at the All Saints Church in Mount Barker. Charlotte was about 22 and Will was about 45.   SEE MORE

BALL - PORTEOUS      7th March 1916

Nathaniel Ball married 19 year old, Esther Dorothy "Dorrie" Porteous, daughter of 
Robert and Alice Porteous, at Gnowangerup on 7th March 1916.  SEE MORE

  NAT & DORRIE BALL 

BALL - ROSEBOROUGH          15th August 1917

The wedding between Miss Susanna Caroline Riseborough, second daughter of Mr. & Mrs. C. Riseborough, of Lime Lake, Wagin and Mr. Charles Ball, farmer of Gnowangerup happened at the Wagin Methodist Church on Wednesday evening 15th August at 7 o'clock.

BALL - WRAY            1917

Joseph  "Joe" Lemon Ball, married Mary Wray, daughter of William Plumpton and Agnes Charlotte Wray, in Katanning in 1917.  SEE MORE

 JOE & MARY BALL 
 

BANKS - WILLIAMS            1935

Douglas P. Banks  of Borden, married Edna Williams, daughter of Walter and Florence Williams, in 1935.

BARNARD - KENNEDY       1920

Charles Edmund Barnard married Gertrude "Trudie" Lucy Kennedy in 1920. SEE MORE

BASTION - HESSE  

Jack Bastion married Phoebe Hesse, daughter of Jack (Senior) and Eva Hesse.  SEE MORE

BATEMAN - AUSTIN         1958

Reginald "Barry" Bateman married Betty Lynne Austin in 1958.

BAXTER - DUSTING    

John "Don" Baxter, son of Mrs. M. Baxter of Woodanillng, married Ivy Marion Dusting. SEE MORE

BAXTER - STUTLEY         1911

Albert Baxter married Eliza May Stutley, daughter of Charlie and Eliza Stutley of "Rockview", Gnowangerup. SEE MORE
 

BEARMAN - BRADE   3rd December 1919

On the 3rd December 1919, Walter Alfred Bearman, No 381 
R.F.Q.M.S. 10th Australian Light Horse Regiment married
Millie, daughter of William and Ann Brade of Gwalia, 
Western Australia. The mine motor car was decorated with black and gold regimental colours, ribbons and paper
flowers, and two little girls from Millie's Sunday School class carried baskets of flowers and held her long white train.
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     WALTER & MILLIE BEARMAN
 

BECKWITH - FLANAGAN        1940

Eric W. Bethwith married Dorothy "May" Flanagan, daughter of Peb and Dorothy Flanagan, in 1940   SEE MORE

BEECK - DUSTING           1942

Sydney "Syd" Bernard Beeck, son of Johannes and 
Ethel Beatrise Beeck (nee Wise),  married
Agnes M. Dusting in 1942. SEE MORE

BEECK - THOMPSON         26th January 1948

On Monday afternoon the 26th January at 4 o'clock in the Baptist Church, Gnowangerup, Rev. A. Hawkins joined in matrimony Betty Mae, second daughter of Mr.& Mrs. T. Thompson, of McDonald Street, and Verdun John, younger son of Mr. J. A. and the late Mrs. Beeck of "Glenorchy."
Entering the church on the arm of her father to the strains of the Wedding March, the bride presented a charming picture. She wore a heavy gown embossed with silver and her head dress trimmed with orange blossom held a gorgeous tulle embroidered veil, while she carried white roses and pink tinged gladioli. She was attended by her elder sister. Mrs. McHardy as Matron of Honour and Miss Lucy McDonald, the former wearing blue ninon with silver sequins and beads and carrying blue delphiniums and agapanthus, while the latter's pink ninon was cut on identical lines and she carried pink gladioli and dahlias.
The duties of best man were filled by Mr. Allan Watterson. Mr. N. McHardy being groomsman. During the signing of the register Mrs. A. E. Griffiths very sweetly rendered an appropriate hymn accompanied by Mrs. Tracy who played the organ throughout/ The beautiful flowers were a gift from Mrs. A. Parnell.
After the ceremony Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. E. M. Bennett (the groom's elder sister) received some 70 guests at the Hall. The former chose mid blue satin crepe with black accessories while the later affected blue and white floral with white accessories. The chairman Mr. J. Firth read a sheaf of congratulatory telegrams and the usual toasts were honoured. Pride of place on the table was given to a lovely three-tiered cake made by Mrs. Albert Carpenter and the newlyweds were the recipients of many beautiful and useful gifts.
Later in the evening the bride appeared in her travelling suit of embroidered pale blue with white accessories. After their honeymoon to be spent in Busselton and Bunbury Mr. & Mrs. Beeck will take up residence on the farm.

BEECK - WISE        24th July 1907

Johannes "John" Albert Beeck married Ethel Beatrice Wise, daughter of John Wise and Susanna Margaret nee White, on the 24th July 1907 at Katanning. SEE MORE

BEERE - WELLSTEAD        1893

Frederick William Beere married Margaret Laura Wellstead the twelfth child and eighth daughter of John and Ann Wellstead (of Bremer Bay), in 1893.  SEE MORE

BELL - NOURSE         14th July 1842

James Bell, son of William and Jane Bell, maried Sarah Jane  Nourse, daughter of Richard Nourse and Mary Ann Bickford, on the 14th July 1842 in the Wesleyan Church, Petersburg (Now known as Peterborough), South Australia.   SEE MORE

BELL - PATON          1920

Arthur James Bell, son of Arthur and Mary Bell, married Mary E. Paton in 1920. SEE MORE

BELL - WOODWARD     

Arthur James Bell married Mary Woodward.  SEE MORE

BENNETT - AYLMORE       23rd January 1954

The wedding of Miss Sheila Aylmore and Mr. Ray Bennett 
was solemnised on Saturday 23rd January.  

BENNETT - BEECK        1932

Ernie M. Bennett married Jean Ethel Beeck, daughter of Johannes Albert and Ethel Beatrise Beeck (nee Wise) in 1932.  SEE MORE

BENNETT - LLOYD          1945

Joseph A. Bennett married Nellie Lloyd in 1945.   SEE MORE

BEVILAQUA - PORTEOUS  1908

William E. Bevilaqua married Eva L. Porteous in the Katanning District in 1908.

BLACK  - CALDOW       1929

John Black married Matilda Caldow in 1928 at Wagin. It was Matilda's second marriage.   SEE MORE

BLACK - FARR     1923

Charlie Black, son of Jack and Louise Black, married widow Ethel Farr (nee Porteous) in 1923.  SEE MORE

BLACK - HAGGERTY    

Jim Black married Elizabeth Haggerty at Kojonup.

BLACK - HUNT     

James Black married second ever Gnowangerup school teacher Martha Hunt.

BLACK - RICHARDS

Les Black married May Richards.

         LES & MAY BLACK 
 

BLACK - SQUIRE             10th October 1906

William Black, son of Duncan and Barbara Black (nee Hill) married Jane Squire, youngest daughter of Albert and Tweed Squire (nee Snodgrass) in Pinjelly on 10th October 1906.

BLUNTISH - STEWART             1922

Robert Victor H. Stanford Bluntish married Dorothy "Grace" Stewart, daughter of John and Eleanor Stewart in 1922
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 DOROTHY "GRACE" BLUNTISH nee Stewart
 

BLUNTISH - WOOLCOTT       21st April 1950

Another wedding of interest to the people on the Great Southern took place on 21st April, the contracting parties being Joy, youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Woolcott of Cranbrook, and Stewart elder son of Mr. & Mrs. R. Bluntish of Tenderton, late of Gnowangerup.  SEE MORE

BOHLMAN - GAYLOR             1934

Henry E. Bohlman married Sarah "Cissy" Ann Gaylor in 1934.

BRADE - APPLIN       1930

Ernest G. Brade married Lillian C. Applin in 1930.

 ERNEST & LILLIAN BRADE 

BRADE - WHITE       1955

Thomas E. Brade married Margaret J. White in 1955.
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       TOM & MARGARET BRADE
 

BRICOE - WRAY          1952

Jeffrey H. Briscoe, son of Mr. & Mrs. H. G. Briscoe, of Victoria Downs, Finke, Northern Territory, married Beryl Marie Wray, the eldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. W. Wray, of 
Gnowangerup,  in 1952   

          JEFFERY & BERYL BRISCOE
 

BROOM - CALDOW   21st September 1916

Albert Stanley Broom married Eva Caldow, daughter of John and Matilda Caldow of the Bon Ton Cafe, Gnowangerup, on the 21st September 1916   SEE MORE

      ALBERT & EVA BROOM 
 

BROWN - JENKIN      27th January 1926

On 27th January the Methodist Church, which had been beautifully decorated with white roses and greenery, was the scene of a very pretty wedding, when the Rev. A. R. Sleep united Miss l. Jenkin and Mr. G. H. Brown in marriage. As the bride entered the church on the arm of her father "The Voice that Breather O'er Eden" pealed through the church. The bride looker very sweet in a frock of pale cream crepe-de-chene and a beautifully worked veil with coronet of orange blossom, carried a bouquet of white roses and maiden hair fern. The bridesmaid, Miss May Wise, wore a frock of palest shade of pink crepe-de-chene with hat to match, and carried a bouquet of pink roses and maiden hair fern. Mr. Max Jenkin, brother of the bride, carried out the duties of best man. After the ceremony the bridal party left the church to the strains of the wedding march. Crowds awaited them at the door to wish them luck and shower them with confetti, which blew over everyone, even the car which had been decorated with wedding bells, white roses and horse shoes being smothered in coloured scraps. The wedding breakfast was held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jenkin, where about thirty guests sat down to the beautifully decorated tables. The bride's going-away frock was of navy blue morocain with touched of champagne and hat en suit. Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Brown caught the midnight train to Perth, where they will make their future home. A few night prior to her wedding a kitchen tea was tendered to Miss Jenkin by her many friends. Many very nice and beautiful presents were to be seen and everyone wished the bride-to-be good luck and happiness in her marriage. During the evening songs and games were enjoyed by all, especially a balloon competition, which caused much excitement and laughter, and was won by Mr. Max Jenkin. Close to midnight, and after supper, cheery good nights were said as people wended their way home.

BUCKINGHAM - VENNING           2nd January 1935

A wedding of great interest to Gnowangerup residents was solemnised in the Gnowangerup Methodist Church on 2nd January by Rev. A. Stephenson. The participating parties were Miss Gladys M. Venning, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Venning (old residents of the district) and Charles T.  Buckingham of North Fremantle. Miss Venning was assisted by Miss Nell Farr as bridesmaid and Mrs. H. Aylmore as matron of honour, with Miss Betty Aylmore, niece of the bride, as train-bearer, while the bridegroom was accompanied by his brother, Mr. Harold Buckingham, as best man and Mr. Harold Venning as groomsman.
The bride, charmingly gowned in a beautiful ivory morocain frock trimmed with panels of Naples lace and pin tucks, which was effectively set off by a long tulle veil hanging softly from orange bud trails, carried a bouquet of white roses and carnations. The veil was loaned by the bride's sister.
The bridesmaids looking charming in saxe blue morocain frocks trimmed with frills forming capes over the shoulders, and carried bouquets of pink hydrangeas and carnations, while the little train-bearer graced a blush pink georgette Victorian frock trimmed with blue forget-me-nots, and frills.
The bride, accompanied by her father and bridesmaids entered the Church, which had been very prettily decorated by the Gnowangerup Girls' Club and friends of the bride, to the strains of "the Voice that Breathed o'er Eden." After a most impressive ceremony and during the signing of the register, Miss Emily Griffiths sang a song of thanksgiving. The newly-married couple left the Church to the music of Mendelssohn's "Wedding March' through a guard of honour formed by wands held by members of the Girls' Comrades.
The reception, at which nearly 80 quests were present, was held in the Gnowangerup Memorial Hall, and the hostess, Mrs. J. H. Venning, wearing a black morocain frock trimmed with spoke stitching and carrying a posy of red carnations, received the guests. Mrs. C. Buckingham. Sen., dressed in figured grey silk crepe frock and carrying a posy of pink carnations and mauve asters, assisted in receiving the guests.
After the wedding breakfast, at which the usual toasts were honoured, dancing was indulged in, and soon after the happy couple left by car to Albany, where they intended spending their honeymoon.  SEE MORE

BUCKTIN - PARKER       21st April 1951

On the afternoon of 21st April, the wedding of Lilian Margaret, second daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J. Parker of Gnowangerup and Francis Charles, youngest son of Mr. & Mrs, B. Bucktin of Swanbourne, was solemnised in St. Patrick's Church, Katanning.
The bride, who was given away by her brother David, wore a lace frock with long train and beautiful veil. She carried a trailer bouquet of carnations, tuberoses and franjipanni.
The bride was attended by her sister Winifred Rose, who wore a dainty frock of blue lace and net and carried a golden basket of autumn toned dahlias, roses, chrysanthemums and autumn leaves. Mr. John Bucktin, brother of the groom was best man.
After the ceremony, the guests a number of whom had travelled from Perth for the occasion, were received by Mrs. Parker, assisted by Mrs. Bucktin, at the Masonic Hall where a very attractive breakfast had been prepared. The usual toasts were proposed and honoured and many congratulatory telegrams were read, before cutting of the beautiful cake which was made and decorated by friends of the bride.
Later the couple took leave of the quests among many good wishes and hopes for their future happiness together. The bride chose for her going away frock a smart suit of powder blue with tan accessories,
Mr. & Mrs. Bucktin will make their home in Perth. SEE MORE

BUNGEY - FRANTOM         1959

John M. Bungey married Jeanette "Faye" Frantom, daughter of Albert Frantom and Esther Jane Stutley, of Gnowangerup, in 1959.  SEE MORE

BURCH - WOODS      25th May 1914

 TOM & RHODA BURCH (Triple Wedding) 

BURRIDGE - PARNELL        1907

Henry George Burridge married Olive "Ollie" M. Parnell, second eldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. E. V. Parnell, of Yongler. S.A., in 1907.  SEE MORE

BURRIDGE - PARNELL        6th January 1908

Richard Burridge, son of the pioneer Richard " Old Dick" Robert Burridge and Mary May nee Searle, married Myrtle Elsie Maud Parnell, eldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. E. V. Parnell, of Yongler. S.A., in the Katanning Registration District on the 6th January 1908.  SEE MORE

 RICHARD & MYRTLE BURRIDGE 
 

BURRIDGE - PEARSON           1914

John M. Burridge married Violet L. Pearson in 1914.

BURRIDGE - SEARLE        17th March 1877

Richard Robert Burridge married William Searle's daughter Mary in Albany on 17th March 1877.   SEE MORE

BURRIDGE - WALKER

Albert Burridge, son of Richard and Mary Burridge (nee Searle), married  Ada Walker.  SEE MORE

BURRIDGE - WHYATT           11th August 1951

On Saturday 11th August, in the Methodist Church, Gnowangerup, there took place the marriage of Margaret Elaine, elder daughter of Mr. & Mrs. A. E. Whyatt, and Leslie Francis, second son of Mrs. and the late Mr. R. Burridge.
The bride, who entered the Church on the arm of her father to the strains of the Wedding March played by Mrs. Tracey, wore a charming tulle and lace wedding gown cut on old world lines, elbow length glove with pearl buttons at the wrists and a coronet of orange blossom which held in place her tulle veil. She also wore a necklet of amethysts which was a gift of the groom and carried a horse shoe shaped bouquet of bridal fern, roses, snowdrops, hyacinths and carnations trimmed with fishbone fern.
The bride was attended by her sister Doris who was frocked in blue over tulle and lace, also Miss Margaret Parnell, who wore mauve over blue tulle and lace. The bridesmaids gowns were cut on identical lines with four lace applicqued gardineas round the skirt. They wore matching floral coronets and shoulder length veils and gold stone bracelets given by the groom. Their flowers fashioned into horseshoe bouquets, were daffodils, mauve stocks, sweet peas and violets.
Little Loraine Webb, niece of the bridegroom was flowergirl and she wore pale blue georgette trimmed with lace, with a lace bonnet to match and carried a basket of daffodils, sweetpeas, stocks and violets.
Mr. Edgar Burridge, brother of the groom, carried out the duties of best man while the bride's brother, Mr. Eric Whyatt, was groomsman. Mrs. R. Pozzi sang to the accompaniment of Miss M. Jefferies at the signing of the register.
After the ceremony Mr. & Mrs. Whyatt assisted by Mrs. Burridge received about 164 guests in the Memorial Hall. Mrs. Whyatt wore a smartly cut costume of biscuit gabardine and her shoulder spray was of pink pollyanthus, hyacinths and fern. Mrs. Burridge chose navy blue and her flowers were dark red roses and fern,
At the wedding breakfast where so many good things were to be eaten and happy words spoken. Mr. Wally Parnell was master of ceremonies, and songs were enjoyed from Mrs. R. Pozzi and Mr. E. Burridge with Miss Jefferies at the piano. Guest having done justice to the sumptuous spread, a magnificent 3-tier cake was cut and as pieces were being handed about the bestman read some thirty telegrams.
The tables having been cleared the hall was thrown open to all for dancing commenced by the wedding group. Music was supplied by Mrs. F. Aylmore and I. Ball and Messrs. R. Richards, J. L. Ball and R. Whyatt.
About 11 p.m. a dainty supper was served and the bride left to return in her going-away outfit, a beautifully tailored costume of fawn gabardine with burgundy accessories. The happy couple left with a hearty farewell from all present on their honeymoon.  SEE MORE

 LESLIE & MARGARET BURRIDGE 
 

BUTTERWORTH - BEECK             1911

James Butterwort married Meta A. Beeck in 1911.

CARPENTER - ATWELL            1945

Stanley Carpenter married Rosie Beatice Atwell, daughter of Eli and Flossie Atwell, in 1943.  SEE MORE

CARPENTER - GODFREY         11th December 1933

In the Gnowangerup Methodist Church on Monday 11th December, Albert Charles Carpenter, eldest son of Mr. A. V. and the late Mrs. Carpenter, Toompup, and Esther Ellen, fourth daughte of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Godfrey, Toompup, were joined in holy matrimony by Rev. J. Thompson.
Jessie, the youngest sister of the bride acted as bridesmaid and the groom was supported by Mr. Arnold Foster.
The bride's dress was of royal blue morocain faced with champaghe and red; hat en suite. The bridesmaid was dressed in shell pink crepe de chine made tight at the elbow and puffed above; hat white, trimmed with pink and blue. Both the bride and her maid carried bouquets, the bride's being tied with white and the bridesmaid's with pink.
After the ceremony a reception was held at Spence's Tea Rooms. where good wishes for their future happiness were conveyed to the young couple.
The honeymoon was spent in the city and South-West.

CARR - GARNETT          1940

Colin M. Carr married Hazel C. Garnett, daughter of James and Elizabeth Emma Garnett (nee Wise),  in 1940.
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CARROLL - HEAD        5th June 1946

 On Wednesday 5th June, in the R. C. Church, Gnowangerup, Father Byrne solemnised a marriage of district interest when he joined in holy matrimony Veronica Kathleen, elder daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. T. Head, and Frank Vincent second son of Mr. & Mrs, R, Carrool of Busselton.
The bride appeared most charming as, gowned entirely in white, she entered the Church on the arm of her brother-in-law Mr. Vin McDonald, She wore a heavily embroidered gown of crepe romaine which fell into a long train and a beautiful veil of embroidered Brussel net. She carried a sheaf of white gardenia. Her matron of honour. Mrs. Norman Stewart, affected cream georgette over flame taffeta and a headdress of cream and flame net clasped by small roses. Her flowers were flame gladioli. The best man, who was a close friend of the groom and one of the survivors from the HMAS "Perth", was Mr. Donald McNab.
After the ceremony the party adjourned to the Memorial Hall, where Mrs. Head and Mrs. C. Cockram, sister of the groom, received some two hundred guests. The usual toasts were honoured at the buffet styled breakfast and dozens of telegrams were read. Dancing was indulged in for an hour or two before the happy couple left for their honeymoon to be spent in the South-West. Mrs. Carroll left wearing a black suit trimmed with fur and accessories to match.
The newlyweds anticipate making their home in the Nor-West.  SEE MORE

CARTER - GRIFFITHS       4th May 1940

Saturday evening 4th May, saw the Baptist Church, Gnowangerup, decorated with pink and cyclamen, the occasion being the marriage of Miss Emily Griffiths, only daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jno. Griffiths, of Gnowangerup, to Pastor W. Carter, of Victoria Park. Pastor Wilson Brown of Katanning performed the ceremony.
The bride, gowned in white withlong train falling from the waist entered the Church on the arm of her father. The niece and nephew of the bride Mavis and John Griffiths were the little bearers of her train, the girl wearing an ankle length frock of pink while the boy wore a neat little page-boy suit.
Miss Lois Wright, the flower-girl and Miss clarence Turner the bridesmaif, dressed in light blue and cyclamen respectively, completed a most beautiful scene.
The bridegroom was supported by his brother, Alec anf Howard Griffiths sang the solo during the signing of the register.
after the ceremony the relatives and a few friends of the bride and groom assembled at Head's Hostel for the breakfast, and here the usual toasts were honoured and quitea number of telegrams and greetings were read from many parts of the Commonwealth.
The bride's mother made a charming picture in a black model frock with shoulder spray of red roses, while autumn tonings was the colour chosen for the groom's mother's ensemble.
After the breakfast the couple left amid the best wishes of friends, the bride travelling in brown frock, coat and accessories.

CAVALIER - SMITH         25th January 1947

Miss Joan Smith, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. W. N. Smith, of "Telyarup"' Gnoangerup married Mr. Frank Cavalier of Perth on the 25th January.

CHAMBERS - PARSON

Edric "Dick" Edward Adolphus-Chambers married Emily May Parson.  SEE MORE

CHAMBERS - WRAY        23rd February 1952

A very popular wedding took place at St. Andrew's Katanning, in the afternoon of Saturday, February 23rd, when Verna Joy, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Wray of "Roundwood", Broomehill, was married to William Henry, only son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Chambers of Pallinup.
Entering the church on her father's arm, the bride made a very dainty picture clad in her most attractive bridal frock which featured a bodice of silk French lace and puffed sleeves and a full skirt of tulle trimmed with miniature orange blossom buds. A Royal coronet of orange blossom held in place her full length embroidered veil and the fine touch to the bridal attire was a double-strand necklace of pearls which was a gift from the groom.
Tuber roses, asters and carnations of white and pastel shades intermingling with fern comprised the dainty bridal bouquet.
The two bridesmaids, Miss Myrtle Brown and Miss Barbara Chambers (sister of the groom), were attractively and identically gowned with skirts of spotted silk net over blue taffeta and they wore beautifully cut jackets of silver flowered blue net featuring puff sleeves and scalloped peplums. Both wore blue mittens to match and picture hats of blue silk straw trimmed with flowers of a deeper blue. The matching bouquets were of cream tuber roses and tiny flowerettes of blue hydrangea tied with blue satin ribbons. Diamente necklets, given by the groom, completed a most effective picture.
Mr. Jack Richardson as best man and Mr. Ron Wray (brother of the bride) completed the happy wedding group. While the Register was being signed Mrs. F. Flanagan kindly rendered the beautiful hymn "O Perfect Love."
A reception followed in the Parish Hall where the parents of the contracting partied received the guests, Mrs. Wray looked most becoming in a beautifully cut frock of navy satin crepe relieved by white accessories and a shoulder spray of pink rosebuds completed a very "chic" ensemble. Silver grey morocain with pleated bodice and skirt and matching accessories was chosen by Mrs. Chambers and she wore in pleasant contrast deep red rosebuds.
Rev. Tiller ably fulfilled the post as M.C. and during the evening the usual toasts were honoured, a sheaf of telegrams read and the handsome cake cut. Young and old joined in the dancing and items from Mesdames Pozzi and Flanagan and Mr. E. Burrudge added to the enjoyment of everyone. Numerous gifts, both usefull and decorative, were on display.
After supper the bride left to prepare for the journey and re-appeared wearing a travelling frock of ice-blue crepe with collar edged with deeper blue beading and dotted with silver beads. The skirt was of unpressed pleats. With a dainty white straw toque and white accessories she was a pleasing sight as, with her husband, she farewelled the quests before leaving on her honeymoon. With the happy pair went the good wishes of all present, who will long remember the happy event.  SEE MORE

CHAPELL - FRANTOM           14th April  1956

 GRAEME & SHIRLEY CHAPELL
 

CHEESERIGHT - HILL

Mick Cheeseright married Nancy Hill, daughter of Tom and Florence Hill.  SEE MORE

CHESTER - HINKLEY         8th January 1949

On Saturday 8th January in the Gnowangerup Methodist Church, Bro, Wright joined in the bonds of holy matrimony Aerial, fourth daughter of Mr. C. A.  and the late Mrs. Hinkley, to Keith S. , son of Mr. & Mrs. Chester of Mt. Barker.
Entering the Church on the arm of her brother Len, the bride presented a charming picture in her gown of heavy white crepe cut on classic lines and tulle veil held in plce by orange blossom. THe veil lent by Mrs. Sid Heath and her flowers were white roses and pale pink gladioli.
Her bridesmai and sister Miss Leslie Hinkley, added to the picture in an apricot shade of crepe-de-chene and carried pink gladiioli. Mr, Wally Hinkley performed the ditiesof best man,
After the ceremony a number of guest honoured the usual toasts at the reception where they were received by Miss Ave Hinkley and Mrs. Chester. The former chose sky blue while the latter was frocked in a royal blue.
The bride on going away wore blue with white accessories.
The newly weds intend to reside in Mount Barker where Mr. Chester follows the carpentering trade. SEE MORE

CHEYNE - MELVILLE        16th December 1830

George Cheyne, son of Dr. John Cheyne and Margaret Edmonstone married Grizzel "Grace" Melville on 16t December 1830 at the parish church in London, Clerkenwell, Saint John the Baptist, Middlesex, England.    SEE MORE

CLARKE - JORDAN          1919

Willis "Ted" Edgar Clarke married Emily Matilda Jordan from Port Pirie, South Australia,  in Gnowangerup in 1919.  SEE MORE

COCKBURN - DAWSON           1947

Thomas "Tom" Cockburn married Veronica "Ronnie" Mary Dawson, daughter of Arthur and Maud Dawson, in 1947.
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 VERONICA "RONNIE" MARY COCKBURN (nee Dawson)
 

COCKRAM - BARTON       September 1949

A wedding of interest took place at Tambellup recently between Miss Shirley Dawn "Dawn" Barton of Tambellup and Robert E. Cockram, eldest son of Mr. Claude E. Cockran of "Clear Hills". Mr. and Mrs. Johnson of Sydney were over to attend the Cockran - Barton wedding. Mrs. Johnson is the eldest daughter of Mr. C. Cockram.  SEE MORE

COCKRAM - BROWN           1948

Leonard P. Davis married Shirley "Sue" Cockram, daughter of Claude and Doris Cockram, in 1948
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COCKRAM - CARROLL             2nd September 1919

Claude Cockram married Doris Carroll of York, on 2nd September 1919. SEE MORE

COLES - AYLMORE  24th April 1913

A very pretty wedding took place on the 24th April at Gnowangerup Hall, the contracting parties being Miss Lottie Annie Aylmore, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Aylmore of Gnowangerup, and Mr, Albert Ernest Coles. Rev, J. Clugston was the officiating minister. The hall was prettily decorated by the friends of the bride and bridegroom, The bridesmaids were, Miss Ruby Aylmore, (sister of the bride) and Miss Elsie Aylmore (cousin), and Mr. W. Rusk was best man, After the ceremony about 150 guests sat down to the wedding breakfast, The bride and bridegroom were the recipients of many beautiful and valuable presents, evidencing their popularity. Mr. and Mrs. Aylmore were amongst the first to settle here, and, this was the largest wedding ever held at this new centre. The happy couple left by motor for a short honeymoon after the ceremony.
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COLLINS - PARKER       19th October 1949

The marriage of Josephine Mary, third daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J. Parker, of "Tanglewood," Gnowangerup, to Edwin, twin son of Mr. & Mrs. J. D. Collins, of Albany and formerly of Nyabing, was solemnised at the Roman Catholic Church, Katanning, on 19th October. The ceremony was performed by Father Lennon.
The bride, who entered the church on the arm of her brother, David, wore a gown of off-white embossed satin, which was cut on classical lines, and fell into a long train. Her tulle veil was held in place by a tulle halo with orange blossom at the sides and she wore a triple row of pearls, a gift of the bridegroom. A beautiful bouquet of white roses and gladioli completed her toilet. She was attended by her sister, Lillian, who had travelled from Perth for the occasion, and chose a dainty pink frock with lace bodice and peplum ad a full net skirt over satin. She wore a shoulder length veil of pink tulle and carried a bouquet of mauve tonings. Mr. Bert Hobart carried out the duties of best man.
The reception was held at the Katanning Hotel, where Mr. & Mrs. Parker entertained about 30 guests, Mrs. Parker wearing a blue floral frock and blue accessories. Pride of place on the table was held by the wedding cake, made by Mrs. W. M. Collins and iced by Mrs. I. Thornton. Later the couple left for their honeymoon in the south-West, the bride travelling in a lemon suit with white accessories.
Mr. & Mrs. Collins will make their home in Nyabing.

CORBETT - O'GORMAN          21st August 1916

At the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Monday 21st August, one of Perth's most popular girls, Miss Mary "Molly" O'Gorman, was united in matrimony with Mr. Mick Corbett, of Muccan Station and Gnowangerup. The wedding took place from the Palace Hotel, Mr, & Mrs. Glowery acting as host and hostess. The ceremony was performed by Rev Father Maloney, administrator of the Cathedral. The bride was attended by Misses Glowrey and Stambrook as bridesmaids, and Mr. T. F. Quinlan acted as best man. The bride wore a smartly tailored costume of ivory cashmere-de-soie, the pleated skirt being of fashionable shortness, and the short coatee opening over a soft lace blouse. A smart little hat in creme silk completed the dainty toilette, and a bouquet of pink and white flowers was carried. The bridesmaids were frocked alike in chiffon taffeta of palest pink, short flounced skirts veiled with pink ninon crepe, the softly draped bodies being swathed with silk; dainty hemstitched hats of pink, ,with poses of saxe blue and pink, were worn, and posies of pink carried. The bridegroom's gift to Miss Glowrey was a diamond and platinum brooch, and to Miss Stambrook a diamond cluster ring. After the ceremony a reception was held at the Palace Hotel, the beautiful drawing-room being transformed into a floral bower of wattle and daffodils, Mr. & Mrs. Glowrey received the guests. Mrs. Glowrey wore a beautifully tailored nigger brown costume, with smart French hat, and carried a bouquet of violets, Breakfast was served and the usual toast honoured. and the wedding cake - a magnificent one - was cut and dispensed and the many and costly presents inspected. Mrs. Corbett's travelling gown was a tailored navy sarge with handsome furs, small navy toque with tiny posies and quillings of ribbon. Mr. & Mrs. Corbett left on an Eastern States tour.
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CORBETT - PORTEOUS       1948

James Edward Corbett married  Lillian M. Porteous, daughter of Robert and Alice Porteous, in 1948.  SEE MORE

CREEDON -  McCARTHY               2nd April 1918

Patrick Creedon married Hannah McCarthy in England on the 2nd April 1918. SEE MORE

CRISP - BARRY          1921

George W. Crisp married Lilian Alice "Alice" Barry in 1921  
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CRISP - COUCH          1952

Roy D. Tomlinson Crisp, son of George and Alice CRisp, married Bessie Couch in 1952.  SEE MORE

CRISP - FRASER         1950

Ronald "Ron" J. Crisp, son of George and Alice Crisp, married Margaret L. Fraser in 1950.  SEE MORE

CRISP - KINGS           1951

Eric W. Crisp, son of George and Alice Crisp married Josephine R. Kings in 1951.  SEE MORE

CRISP - PEARCE        1944

Edward "Ted" A. T. Crisp, son of George and Alice Crisp, married Cherie N. Pearce in 1944.   SEE MORE

CRONIN - NOONAN      1866

Michael "Mick"Cronin, son of Patrick Cronin from County Cork, Ireland, married Helen Alice Noonan, daughter of William Noonan, in 1866.   SEE MORE

CULL - AYLMORE      21st January 1943

The wedding was solemnised at St. Margaret's Church of England, Gnowangerup, on Thursday, 21st January, between Marjorie, third daughter of Mr. & Mrs. A. E. Aylmore (Jnr) of Gnowangerup and Eric, elder son of Mr. & Mrs. L. C. Cull of Albany, the ceremony being conducted by the Rev. Pelham-Thorman.
The bride, who entered the church on the arm of her father, was charmingly arrayed in a beautiful gown of plain ivory satin moulded in classical lines relieved by hand embroidery at the shoulder line and pointed sleeves. Her long,flowing tulle veil was ornamented by medallions of lace and held in place by floral ornaments.
She was attended by her sister, Miss Patricia Aylmore, who wore a plain full-length gown of powder blue sand crepe and a veil of matching tulle. The bride and her maid carried floral sheaths if salmon coloured gladioli and the wedding party was made quaintly colourful by the presence of the two small sisters of the bride who made a pretty picture in their miniature full-length gowns accentuated by the baskets of gay flowers which they carried.
A frock of striped navy blue was chosen by the bride's mother who carried a bouquet of roses.
The bridegroom honoured the occasion in full army uniform and Sgt. George Aylmore in the familiar blue of the R.A.A.F., fulfilled the office of best man.
During the signing of the register, Mrs. F. Flanagan rendered "My Prayer".
Following the ceremony. the guests made their way to the Memorial Hall, where they were entertained at a wedding breakfast and a social evening, following which the happy couple departed for their honeymoon amidst the good wishes of those assembled.  SEE MORE

CUNEO - BARRETT               1930

William "Bill" Cuneo married Doreen E. Barrett in 1930.
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CUNEO - HINKLEY                 1954

Murray John Cuneo, son of William "Bill" and Doreen Cuneo, married Lesley Gladys Hinkley in 1954.  SEE MORE

CURRIE - DAWSON             1944

Richard L. Currie married Ellen "Nell" M. Dawson, daughter of Arthur and Maud Dawson, in 1944.  SEE MORE

CYPRIAN - HILL          1960

Sandy Cyprian married Jessie Dorothy Hill, daughter of Tom and Florence Hill, in 1960.  SEE MORE

DALGLEISH - HINKLEY   

W. M. Dalgleish married Mary Hinkley, daughter of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, in Wodonga.   SEE MORE

DALGLEISH - WHITE           1944

Donald Dalgleish married Nacey E. White in 1944  SEE MORE

DAVEY - PHILLIPS       25th May 1914

 EDDIE & MAY DAVEY (Triple Wedding)  
 

DAVIES - CLIFTON         4th October 1911

On 4th October at St. George's Cathedral, by his Lordship, the Bishop of Perth, assisted by the Rev. Minor Canon Foster and the Rev. Lionel Parry, Rowland Botherill Davies, of Gnowangerup, to Ethel Rose Clifton, second (third) daughter of Robert Cecil Clifton, of Adelaide Terrace, Perth.
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DAVIES - JACOB        1938

Hugh "Huey" Davies, son of Hugh "Pop" Shield Davies, married Winifred "Winnie" Jacob in 1938 at Bruce Rock.
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DAVIES - MORRISON      1908

Hugh "Pop" Shields Davies married Jean Morrison in Kilbernie, Scotland in 1908.   SEE MORE

DAVIS - COCKRAM     1948

Leonard P. Davis married Shirley "Sue" Cockram, daughter of Claude and Doris Cockram, in 1948
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DAVIS - LOHOAR      1938

Edgar Donald Davis of Kebarringup, married Doris Howard Lohoar, daughter of Millicent Elisa Alice Lohoar, in 1938.

DAVIS - WISE         3rd March 1951

A charming wedding of wide local interest took place at the Gnowangerup Baptist Church on Saturday 3rd March, when Miss Dulcie Wise, second daughter of Mr. & Mrs. H. J. Wise of "Clear Valley," Gnowangerup, married Mr. Kieth Davis son of Mrs. and the late Mr. Edgar Davis of Kebaringup, Pastor H. W. Wright officiating.
Entering the church on the arm of her father, the bride wore a delightful gown of ivory slipper satin and lace, and Van dyke lace yoke trimmed with pearl beads was offset by a tiny roll collar. The full skirt of shirred tiers of ivory satin and lace fell into a long graceful train. A tiny halo of pleated tulle, trimmed with orange blossom, held her satin embroidered full length veil, and she carried a lovely bouquet of frangipani and tuber roses with trailers of white erica.
The bridesmaids, Miss Shirley Wise, sister of the bride and Miss Joyce Turner, wore full skirted gowns of delphinium blue lace over salmon pink taffeta which had fitted bodices with heart shaped necklines. They wore flower trimmed coronets of stiffened blue lace with pink raw cut tulle shoulder length veils and carried bouquets of deep pink roses with touches of blue.
The two tiny flower girls. Dawn Shackley and Corinne Wise, wore dainty frocks of pink lace over blue taffeta, similar to the bridesmaids, with blue glower trimmed coronets and tiny raw cut tulle veils. They each carried tiny posies of deep pink Cecil Brunner roses.
The best man was Mr. Graham Davis, brother of the groom and the groomsman was Mr. Ronald Wise, brother of the bride.
During the signing of the register, Mrs. Pozzi rendered the wedding song "Oh Promise Me."
The reception was held in the Memorial Hall where Mrs. Wise welcomed about 130 guests. She looked charming wearing a lime green crepe frock featuring a roll collar and side pleasing accessories of brown and lime green. She also wore a rope of pearls and a shoulder spray of red Cecil Brunner and deep gold roses. Assisting Mrs. Wise was Mrs. Davis, who wore a striking three quarter length silk frock of lace - figured brown and white tiers, and carried matching brown and white accessories. An attractive spray of gold roses adorned her handbag.
Later in the evening more friends arrived to join in the festivities and the evening commenced as the bride and groom circled the floor for the Bridal Waltz. Interspersed with dancing, items were given by Mr. & Mrs. Arch Mason, who played the piano and clarinet, while Mrs. Pozzi and Mr. Alwyn Whyatt rendered vocal items.
Before the bridal couple left to change, the beautifully decorated cake, made by the bride's mother and decorated by a friend of the family, Mrs. Keane, was cut and distributed to the guests. When they returned, the bride was wearing a slim fitting frock of blue crepe silk. The full skirt featuring inverted floral pleats was offset by a double breasted jacket with three quarter sleeves and floral cuffs and reverse. She also wore a rope of pearls, given her by the groom, and carried burgundy accessories.
Prior to their departing the guests sang "Auld Lang Syne" and farewelled them in traditional manner as they left for their honeymoon.  SEE MORE

DAWSON - MAHER  

William (Jnr) Dawson married Mary Margaret Maher.
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DAWSON - MUNYARD           1947

William John Dawson, son of Arthur and Maud Dawson, married Patricia O. Munyard in 1947.  SEE MORE

DAWSON - PATTERSON     

Arthur Leo "Leo" Dawson, son of Arthur and Maud Dawson, married Edith "Edie" Patterson.   SEE MORE

DAWSON - SEARLE         4th November 1916

Arthur William Dawson, son of William Dawson and Ellen nee Bassett, married  Maude Theresa Searle of Toolbrunup via Tambellup on 4th November 1916. They were married at the Searle residence in Tambellup   SEE MORE

  WILLIAM & MAUDE DAWSON
 

DENCH - BLACK               14th November 1952

Anthony Morris Dench married Marjorie Joy "Jane" Black (second marriage), on 14th November 1952.

 MARJORIE "JANE" DENCH
 

DENNY - WHITT       February 1916

For the first time in the history of Gnowangerup, a military wedding was celebrated in the Town Hall in February 1916, by Rev. Archie Herd, when he joined Private Charles Denny, of the 10th Light Horse, and Martha Ellen Whitt "for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer." Charlie was the son of Frederick George and Elizabeth Denny (nee Coling). Considerable interest was attached to the occasion as both groom and supported are members of our fine military forces, the latter, Private Harry Johnston, of the heroic 11th Battalion, having taken part in the memorable landing at Anzac, where he was wounded after ten weeks in the trenches. The bride's maid was Miss Jessie Bell.
The wedding breakfast was held at the residence of Mr, and Mrs. F. J. Grocock, where a large number of friends foregathered to wish all happiness to Private and Mrs. Denny. Later in the evening
On Thursday night a send-off by the residents was tendered to the newly-wedded pair, in the large supper room at Mrs, Head's restaurant and all joined in wishing them the happiest of life's gifts.  SEE MORE

DOLLEY - JONES          1945

Pilot-Officer Bernard "Bernie" Stanley Dolley, son  of Stan and Mabel Dolley, of Gnowangerup married Sgt. Evelyn Jones. WAAAF, in 1945 at St. John's Church in her home town of Ballarat, Victoria. with Miss Iris Jones and Flying-Officer William De Pussey.  SEE MORE

 BERNARD & EVELYN DOLLEY
 

DOLLEY - WALLIS           22nd September 1920

A wedding of great local interest was celebrated I St. Paul's Cathedral on Wednesday morning 22nd September, when the Rev. Canon Adams united in the bonds of holy matrimony Miss Mabel Marion, second daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Matt. Wallis, of Carey Street, Bunbury, and Mr. Stanley Hugh Gaspard Dolley, of Gnowangerup.
The bride, who was given away by her father, was charmingly attired in white crepe de chine, trimmed with chenille, and wore the usual veil and wreath of orange blossom, the veil being a gift of her aunt. She carried a beautiful shower bouquet of carnations and orange blossom.
Miss Evelyn Wallis (sister of the bride) assumed the duties of principal bridesmaid, and was becomingly dressed in cream crepe de chine and a black tulle hat with grapes and silver ribbon. She carried a pretty bouquet of sweet peas and maidenhair fern.
The other bridesmaid was Miss Pat Pearce, whose dress was of white embroidered voile, with a white tagel straw hat with velvet and buttercup trimmings. Miss Pearce also carried a bouquet of sweet peas and maidenhair fern.
The groom was attended by Mr. H. Stutley as best man, whilst Mr. Douglas Wallace (brother of the bride), was groomsman.
Mr. A. U. Henn played the Wedding March, ably assisted by Mr. Frank Benson.
After the ceremony the quests adjourned to the home of the bride's parents, where the wedding breakfast was partaken of and the usual toasts honoured. under the presidency of Canon Adams. The guests were received by Mrs. Wallis, who was becomingly attired in a black silk costume, relieved with white, She wore a smart toque to match.
Numerous wedding presents, some very costly, were received, testifying to the popularity of the young couple.
The gift of the bride to the bridegroom was a suit-case, whilst the latter gave the bride a case of silver spoons, a silver butter dish and a sulky, The bridegroom's gift to each of the bridesmaids was a silver purse.
The happy couple left by the afternoon train for Perth on their honeymoon.
The bride's travelling costume was of navy serge, with a pale pink georgette blouse and biscuit tagel hat with pink velvet trimmings.  SEE MORE

DOWN - BARNARD          3rd September 1951

The marriage of Patricia Joan, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. A. E. Barnard of Gnowangerup and Jack Roger, son of Mr. & Mrs. A. Down, St. James Crescent, Albury, was celebrated at St. Matthew's Church, Albury, on 3rd September. Archdeacon Hill officiated.
The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr. Frank Barnard, Sydney, wore a gown of chantilly lace over magnolia satin, made on classical lines. Her three tiered tulle veil was mounted on orange blossom and she carried a crescent bouquet of tuber roses, stocks, camellias and Scottish heather, sent by the groom's aunt, Mrs. A. Wilson.
Bridesmaids were Misses Margaret Barnard, bride's sister, who travelled from WA for the wedding, and Beryl Down, sister of the groom. They wore matching frocks with bodice of mauve and silver French lame, full skirts of mauve taffeta and tulle. They carried baskets of daffodils, stocks, violets and pansies. A niece of the groom, Ruth Denner, was flower girl.
Mr. Lansley Down, brother of the groom, was best man and Mr. Athol Pratt, groomsman, When leaving the church a horse shoe was hung on the bride's arm by the grooms niece, Kathryn Denner. The reception was held at the Gala where Mrs. F. Barnard, sister-in-law of the bride and Mr. & Mrs. A. Down received the guests. Mr. W. Denner of Benalla presided at the breakfast. The groom's gifts to the bridesmaids were sapphire necklets and to the flower girl, amethysts and pearls.
The wedding cake was made by Miss Beryl Down. The honeymoon was spent at Sydney and Katoomba.

DOWN - PARNELL        1983

Frank Down married Margaret Parnell, the daughter of Dick and Florence Parnell, in 1983.  SEE MORE

DRUMMOND - REES         1928

Norman Drummond, son of Maurice "Brough" Broughan Drummond and Mabel Ethel Daisy Elspeth (mee Allison), married Elsie M. Rees in 1928.  SEE MORE

DUSTING - BAXTER        1912

John W. Dusting married Elizabeth A. Baxter in 1912.  
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DUSTING - BENNETT      1953

Les R. Dusting married Florence J. Bennett in 1953.

EASTWOOD - AYLMORE       1955

Stanley Joseph Eastwood married June Alwyne Aylmore in 1955  SEE MORE

 STAN & JUNE EASTWOOD 
 

EASTWOOD - BLAKE        1st June 1914

on 1st June Mr. R. Fletcher's residence at Broomehill East was the scene of a very pretty wedding, when Miss Blake, daughter of Mr. Henry Blake, of Strathalbyn (S.A.), was married to Mr. G. Eastwood, of Gnowangerup. The Rev, J. Clugston officiated. After the ceremony a dainty breakfast was partaken of, and several toasts were honored. The newly-married couple were the recipients of many nice presents. After an enjoyable evening had been spent the guests departed for their several homes, leaving behind their best wishes for the future of the happy couple.

EASTWOOD - BURRIDGE       15th May 1907

Joseph Eastwood, youngest son of Samson and Mary Ann Eastwood, married May Elizabeth Burridge on 15th May 1907 at her parent's property "Beeginup" near Pallinup. Cenye Eastwood, an older brother of Joseph, acted as best man, with May's sisters and a brother acting as bridesmaids and groomsman.  SEE MORE

 JOSEPH & MAY EASTWOOD
 

EASTWOOD - SPRY         16th August 1933

Len Eastwood married Lavina "Minnie" Grace Spry, daughter of Henry Bruce and Henrietta Spry (nee Bradbury), at Katanning on 16th August 1933.   SEE MORE

EASTWOOD - ROONEY        1970

Norm Eastwood married his second wife, Doris "Dot" Elizabeth Rooney (nee Watters} in Canarvon in 1970.

EASTWOOD - WILLIAMS          28th January 1939

Norm Eastwood, son of Joseph and May Eastwood, married Muriel Williams  of the 28th Januay 1939 at Highgate, Perth.
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EDGLEY - STUTLEY         1923

John "Jack" Edgley married Caroline C. Stutley, daughter of Charlie and Eliza Stutley of "Rockview", Gnowangerup.
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EDWARDS - FRANTOM          May 1963

 RAYMOND (BILL) & HAZEL EDWARDS (nee FRANTOM)
 

ELIA - MARINO      24th April 1965

 ANTONIO & ANTONIETTA ELIA

FALLOWS - BARNARD        6th September 1941

An entirely military wedding of particular interest to the district of Gnowangerup was solemnised on 6th September at St. Andrew's, Katanning, the officiating clergyman being the Rev. Pelham-Thorman.
The contracting parties were Sapper Cyril Francis Fallows RE eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. C. Fallows of Ravensthorpe and Dorothy Gertrude Barnard, eldest daughter of Cpl. and Mrs. Chas. Barnard of Gnowangerup.
The bride entered the church on the arm of her father, looked most charming., attired in a dusty pink "navada" silk crepe with summer felt hat to tone and navy accessories and carrying a posy of primroses and forget-me-nots. Miss Patricia Barnard, the bridesmaid wore a skirt and neat bolero coat of dove grey wool-de-chene. The duties of best man were carried out by Pte. W. Fallows.
The reception was held after the ceremony at the "Trocadero' where the usual toasts were honoured and telegrams read. The happy couple later left for Perth. SEE MORE

FARR - PORTEOUS          1909

Thomas John Farr married Ethel Mary Porteous in 1909.
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FARR - TURNBULL           9th June 1915

At the Wesleyan Church, Katanning, on Wednesday 9th June, Miss Emily Turnbull, of Victoria Park, Perth, was married to Bert Farr, of Gnowangerup. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. Hocking. Miss Gilbert presided at the organ. The bride, who was given away by Mr. J. D. Edwards, looking charming in a beautiful gown of white crepe de chine, with a veil and wreath of orange blossom, and carried a bouquet of white chrysanthemums. The bridesmaids were Miss GEorgie Girvan and Miss Reka Edwards. They wore dresses of creme silk and lace, and carried shower bouquets of scarlet geranium and fern. Mr. E. Leng acted as best man and Mr. H. Cornish as groomsman. After the ceremony the guests were entertained at the King George Hostel by Mr. & Mrs. Edwards. The usual toasts were honoured, and during the evening the happy couple left by car for their future home in Gnowangerup. The bride travelled in a pretty saxe blue costume and white felt hat. The presents were handsome and numerous, and the young couple were the recipients of many good wishes from their numerous friends in the district.
Mr. Farr started his career in Wagin with Mr. Tom McKenna many years ago, and later was representing that firm at Dumbleyung, thence at Katanning, but eventually decided to settle in Gnowangerup, where he carries on a lucrative little business in the footwear line.

FAULKNER - NELTHORPE      14th May 1950

Leonard "Len" G. Faulkner married Eunice E. Nelthorpe on 13th May 1950

 LEN & EUNICE FAULKNER ON THEIR WEDDING DAY

FENNELL - CRACKELL                  1919

John "Jack" Fennell, son of William Fennell married 19 year old Annie Crackell, daughter of Elizabeth Crackell, in 1919.
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FLAHERTY - BURRIDGE         1940

John J. Flaherty married Gladys G. Burridge in 1940.

FLANAGAN - BRADSHAW           1927

Elworthy Luke "Peb" Flanagan, son of James Michael and Elizabeth Honorah (nee Treasure) Flanagan, married Dorothy Jean Lillimur Bradshaw in 1927.  SEE MORE

FLANAGAN - TREASURE          1886

The wedding of Police Constable James Michael Flanagan and Elizabeth Honorah Treasure, daughter of Edward Treasure, took place at the Tresure family home of "Martinup". The food was prepared and many quests had arrived, but no priest. It seems he had got lost!  -  Father arrived in a few days. The bride got dressed again and Elizabeth and James were married.SEE MORE

FLAVELL - BURRIDGE       1932

Clifford K. Flavell married Agnes Burridge in 1932.

FLETCHER - DOLLEY       1951

Leslie Fletcher married Marion J. Dolley, daughter of Stan and Evelyn Dolley of Gnowangerup, in 1951.  SEE MORE

FLINT - ROUT      10th March 1956

FORSYTH - FREEGARD                1947

George W. Forsyth married Doreen A. Freegard, daughter of Albert Henry and Mabel Lily Freegard (nee Brampton) of Pallinup. in 1947.     SEE MORE

FOSTER - HART              14th February 1934

On a hot February day in 1934, Grace had travelled to her wedding to Arnold Forter in the Morris car of the groom's uncle, Sam Foster. The Reverend Joe Thompson was the minister at the wedding in the Methodist Church, Gnowangerup on St. Valentine's Day and the reception was held in the Memorial Hall.
The wedding cake was made and decorated by Mrs. Head. T. G. (Tom) Hart was best man, Connie Hill chief bridesmaid and Betty Fletcher (nee Vaux) and Joanne Pitman (nee Fitter?) were junior bridesmaids.
Despite the Depression the newlyweds hobeymooned in Perth and there they purchased bits and pieces for their new home "Belvedere" which Arnold had built on his Ongerup farm.
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FOSTER - WILLIAMS

Sam Foster married Maria Williams, daughter of Duncan Williams.  SEE MORE

FOULDS - HESSE           1942

Stanley Foulds married Kathleen A. Hesse, daughter of Jack (Senior) and Eva Hesse, in 1942.   SEE MORE

FRANTOM - CAMERON             1960

William "Bill" George Frantom married Joan Patricia Allardyce Cameron in 1960  SEE MORE

FRANTOM - IRVING          1965

Charles Albert James Frantom , son of Albert Frantom and Esther Jane Stutley. of Gnowangerup, married Jeanette Irving in 1985.  SEE MORE

FRANTOM - STUTLEY        6th October 1927

Albert Frantom married Esther Jane Stutley, daughter of Charlie and Eliza Stutley of "Rockview", Gnowangerup. on the 6th October 1927.  SEE MORE

FREEGARD - BAMPTON            26th February 1911

Albert Henry Freegard, 28 year old son of Henry and Mary Jane Freegard (nee Dash or Dark) married Mabel Lily Bampton, in Woolwich, Kent, England on 26th February 1911. Albert and Mabel left the next day on board the "Armadale" to sail to Australia, arriving in Fremantle, Western Australia, on 10th July 1911.    SEE MORE

 ALBERT & MABEL FREEGARD
 

FREEGARD - BUTCHER            1950

Norman F. Freegard, son of Albert Henry and Mabel Lily Freegard (nee Brampton) of Pallinup, married Ethel B. Butcher of Northampton in 1950.  SEE MORE

FREEGARD - EDGLEY               1954

Ronald Frank Freegard, son of Albert Henry and Mabel Lily Freegard (nee Brampton) of Pallinup, married Marjory Edgley in 1954. Steve Wolfe was page boy. SEE MORE  

RON & MARJ FREEGARD 
 

FREEGARD - HILL         1944

Alwyn Albert Freegard, son of Albert Henry and Mabel Lily Freegard (nee Brampton) of Pallinup, married at Katanning Margory F. Hill, daughter of Tom and Florence Hill.
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FREEGARD - JARICK              8th March 1941

Henry William "Bill" Freegard, eldest son of Albert Henry and Mabel Lily Freegard (nee Brampton) of Pallinup, married Jean Lillian Jarick daughter of Norman Henry and Annie Ethel Rose Jarick
(nee Patterson) of Broomehill.  on 8th March 1941.
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FREEGARD - OLDFIELD            1963

Henry William "Bill" Freegard, eldest son of Albert Henry and Mabel Lily Freegard (nee Brampton) of Pallinup, (second marriage) married Valmar Elsie Oldfield in 1963.  SEE MORE

GALLOWAY - McEWAN

John Galloway married Mary Benvie McEwan.  SEE MORE

GALLOWAY - MOIR             1946

Robert Galloway, son of Robert and Christina Galloway of Perth, Scotland, married  Joyce Muriel Moir in 1946.
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GARNETT - BARNES           1936

North F. Garnett, son of James and Elizabeth Emma Garnett (nee Wise) married Eileen M. Barnes in 1936. SEE MORE

GARNETT - DIPROSE        1938

Verdun L. W. Garnett, son of James and Elizabeth Emma Garnett (nee Wise) married Winifred A. Diprose in 1938.
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GARNETT - McMILLAN         3rd February 1885

Benjamin Francis Garnett (Senior) married Mary Ellen McMillan on the 3rd February 1885 at Port Augusta.  SEE MORE

GARNETT - PORTEOUS        22nd February 1922

Rev. Bro. Frewer joined in wedlock at the Gnowangerup Hall on 22nd February, Mr. Francis "Frank" Benjamin Garnett, son of Mr. Ben Garnett of Needilup, and Miss Ruby Porteous, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Robert Porteous, "Glenhampton", Gnowangerup. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a handsome costume of crepe-de-chine and ninon. the puff panel effects at the sides were caught up with sprays of orange blossom; the front and back panels were worked with silk and seed pearls. Tunic effect of ninon was also sewn with seed pearls, and girdled with ropes of pearls; wreath and veil. A long handled basket of roses and fern with large bow of chiffon on handle was carried in place of a bouquet.
The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Ruby Porteous, who wore champagne crepe-de-chine; the long waist hemstitched with touches of saxe blue and gold. The same colour tones were carried out in the hat. The bridesmaid carried a long-handled basket of pale pink and champagne roses and fern with large bow of chiffon on handle.
The groom was attended by Mr. Roy Porteous, brother of the bride. Mrs. Porteous was tastefully gowned in grey crepe-de-chine with touches of Oriental handworked lace and hemstitching, and wore a grey hat to match.
The breakfast was partaken of in the Baptist Church, where some sixty relatives and friends of both parties assembled, The honeymoon will be spent at the Caves. Mrs. Garnett travelled in a grey tweed costume and hat of saxe blue.
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 FRANK & RUBY GARNETT 
 

GARNETT - TRANTER         23rd August 1943

GARNETT - WISE         8th November 1899

James Garnett, son of Thomas and Jane Garnett, married Elizabeth Emma Wise, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Wise. The wedding took place at Mr. Symon's Yednalue Station home on 8th November 1899. SEE MORE

GAYLOR - SEARLE        1st August 1897

George Gaylor narrried Harriett Elize Searle, daughter of William and Nancy Searle (nee Gamble), in Albany on the 1st August 1897. SEE MORE

GAZE - FENNELL            1953

William F. O. Gaze, son of Rick Gaze, married Sheila Fennell, daughter of John and Annie Fennell, in 1953. SEE MORE

GAZE - STEWART       12th April 1950

A pretty wedding of wide interest, that of Miss Betty Stewart of Borden and Mr. Drummond Gaze of Gnowangerup, took place at St. George's Cathedral on 12th April. The bride, who was given away by her father, Mr. Wallace Stewart, wore a classic long trained gown of beautiful white French brocade which was cut on tailored lines. Light sprays of orange blossom held her full length veil of raw-cut tulle, which she wore over her face on entering the Cathedral. Her three bridesmaids were the Misses Judith Stewart, Helen Thomas and Madeliene Gaze, who wore striking full skirted frocks of white faille patterned in a smudgy delphinium blue design. Dephiniums and white roses were used for their posies and for the half circlet of flowers they wore in their hair.
Mr. Gerald Gaze was best man and Messrs. Fred Moore and James Brown acted as groomsmen. After the ceremony a reception was held at the Esplanade Hotel, where guests were received by Miss Anne Stewart, the bride's sister.
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GILLESPIE - BEATTY         10th February 1945

At St. Mary's Cathedral, Father Donnelly joined in holy wedlock, Doreen Alma, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Beatty of Dinninup, and John Reginald, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Gillespie of Pallinup.
The bride who entered the Cathedral on the arm of her father was gowned in white crepe satin and wore a long white hand-embroidered veil held in place with orange blossom.
She looked most charming as she moved to the alter carrying a sheaf of lovely white gladioli.
Her bridesmaib was Miss Joyce Chidzey, a childhood pal.
The groom was supported by Mr. K. McDonald.
After the ceremony the party adjourned to Reno's where the bride's mother, dressed in grey with black accessories, received a nuber of guestd.
The time-honoured toasts of the occasion were proposed and the happy couple left for their honeymoon.

GILLINGHAM  - TREASURE            1947

Walter N. Gillingham married Dorothy J. Treasure in 1947.

  NOEL & JUNE GILLNGHAM 
 

GLASKIN -BANKS         17th February 1941

Mr. Harold Glaskin, son of Mr. & Mrs. Fred Glaskin, was married in St. Mary's Church, Colin Street, at 6.30 p.m. on 17th February, to Miss Marjorie Banks, daughter of 
Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Banks, of Borden.
The bridegroom's father, a Melbourne newspaper man, 
will arrive in Perth on Monday for the wedding and the bridegroom's brother, Sergeant Ron Glaskin {R.A.A.F.) will arrive home on leave from Laverton to be best man at the wedding.
The bridesmaid will be the bride's sister, Peggy.
There will be an intimate family reception immediately after the wedding, then an informal reception at the home of the bridegroom's sister, Mr. Leo Walton, off 23 Hutt Street, Mount Lawley, later in the evening, when friends of the couple were invited to drop in and drink their health.

GODFREY - BRIXEY        29th November 1929

Thomas Alfred Godfrey, son of Alfred Charles Simmons Godfrey, and Emily Jane Murray, married Eileen Brixey in Katanning on 29th November 1929.  SEE MORE

GODFREY  - MAGNER      23rd March 1932

Edwin "Ted" J. Godfrey, son of the late Mr & Mrs. A. C. Godfrey, married Catherine Mary "Kitty" Magner, daughter of  John Thomas & Sarah Annie Magner, Victoria Park in 1932.

Kitty nee Magner with her parents Mr. & Mrs. Magner, Bridesmaid Ettie Carpenter, nee Godfrey, and fried Gwen Kinnane.   SEE MORE
 

    EDWIN & KITTY GODFREY 
 

GODFREY - MURRAY

Alfred Charles Godfrey married Emily Jane Murray.

GOLLAN - VAREY      28th August 1965

GORDON - THOMPSON             1954

John McKenzie Gordon married Norma Lesley Thompson, daughter of Tom and Doris Thompson in 1954.

GRAFFIN - BURRIDGE  

Alan Belmont Graffin married Grace Burridge.

GREEN - STUTLEY

Fred Green married Margaret Stutley, (second marriage) daughter of Charlie and Eliza Stutley of "Rockview", Gnoangerup. SEE MORE

GREENSLADE - MITCHELL           31st December 1916

Vaughan Greenslade married Esther Constance Isa Mitchell at All Saints Church, Mount Barker ion 31st December 1916.
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GRIFFITHS - BEECK          1942

Albert "Bert" E. Griffiths married Phebe Esther Beeck, daughter of Johanna Albert and Ethel 
Beatrice Beeck (nee Wise), in 1942. SEE MORE

GRIFFITHS - SHINER          7th March 1934

The marriage of Miss Ellen Shiner to Mr. Howard Griffiths, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. J. Griffiths of "Virginia," Gnowangerup, took place at the Albany Baptist Church on 7th March.
The bride, who is the youngest daughter of Rev. and Mrs. F, Shiner. of Albany, was given away by her brother. Her gown was of white moracain, with fully flared skirt falling into a train, and with wide sleeves fitting tightly to the forearm. The long veil was fastened with a circlet of orange blossom, and she carried a shower bouquet of carnations and roses.
The bridesmaids were Phyllis Shiner and Miss Emily Griffiths, who were tastefully arrayed in pink sand crepe with molded bodices and flared skirts. The flared sleeves were softly finished with white fur, and each wore smart toques of the same material as the frocks. Pink velvet shoes, pearls, and shower bouquets of carnations and roses completed the outfits. They were attended by the bride's niece, little Joy Middleton, who wore a long old fashioned dress of Swiss voile and lace over pink satin, in the same toning as the bridesmaids dresses, and carried a posy of pink rosebuds and blue delphiniums.
The bestman was Bert Griffiths and the groomsman was Mr. B. Shiner.
The ceremony was performed by the bride's father, Rev, F. Shiner.
During the signing of the register Miss Griffiths sang "Beloved It Is Moon."
A reception was held at the strand Cafe.
The bride travelled in a smart swagger ensemble, consisting of floral nigger brown frock with hat, shoes, gloves and bags toning.

GROCOCK - HALL   11th February 1937

A very pretty wedding took place in the Church of England, Gnowangerup on February 11th, the contracting parties being Eliane Clare Hall third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Buckle, of Collie, and Mr. Felix J. Grocock, Gnowangerup. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Canon Adams, of Katanning.
The bride was attended by Mrs. Irving Coventry as matron of honor and the duties of best man were carried out by Mr. Davis of Gnowangerup.
The bride was a charming figure in white relieved with blue white hat and gloves and blue shoes. She carried a lovely sheaf of gladioli and fern. The matron of honor was attired in pink floral georgette with hat and gloves to match.
The honeymoon was spent touring the South West and Albany. SEE MORE

GROCOCK - WALSTER           1914

Felix James Grocock married Louisa Walster in 1914.
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GROVER - LEE    29th April 1915

A wedding of much interest was celebrated on Thursday 29th April, in the Baptist Church. The contracting parties - Mr. Alan Grover, and Miss Nellie Lee (daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Lee, late of Sheffield, England), are well known and highly esteemed, and a large crowd gathered to witness the ceremony. the church was prettily decorated for the occasion by friends, and a large wedding bell was suspended over the bridal party. The bride entered the church accompanied by her father, followed by the two little train-bearers, Misses Marjorie Rowe and Jean Keisey, and the bridesmaids, Misses Eva Caldow, and Annie Cracknell. The bridegroom was supported by Mr. Brown, best man, Mr. W. Richardson, groomsman. The Rev. E. J. Clugston was the officiating minister. As the bride entered the church the congregation rose and sang "The Voice That Breathed O'ver Eden," and at the conclusion of the ceremony Mrs. Rowe played the "Wedding March." The brides dress was of silk crepe-de-chene, daintily trimmed with pearls, the veil, with sprays of orange blossoms adding to the pretty effect. The bridesmaids wore white embroidered voile, with wide floral belts, and net mob caps, trimmed with pearls. The little train bearers looked very pretty in embroidered voile, and carried crooks ornamented with small white daisies. The bride's mother wore black silk, with black hat and plumes. after the ceremony a large company of friends sat down to a bountifully prepared repast, at the conclusion of which several toasts were honored, including "the bride and bridegroom," propose by the Rev. E. J. Clugston. Mr. Grover suitably responded, and in turn proposed the health of the bridesmaids, for whom Mr. Brown had the pleasure of responding. Mr. Rowe proposed the health of the parents of the bride and bridegroom, which was supported by Mr. Allardyce, Mr. F. Lee, Se,., suitably responding. The company in conclusion sang the national Anthem.
In the evening a reception was held, a large number of friends attending. The happy couple had to leave somewhat early, motoring to Broomehill to catch the express for Perth, where their honeymoon was spent. Some time previously to the wedding a "kitchen tea" was tendered to Miss Lee, when she received many useful presents. Advantage was taken of that occasion by the Baptist choir, of which Mr. Grover has been a member for some years, to present him with a handsome lamp.   SEE MORE

GUNTHER - HINKLEY            1941

On Saturday afternoon, in the Methodist Church, Gnowangerup, Arthur James  Gunther, second son of Mrs. Florence R. Gunther (nee Stutley) and the late Mr. Herman Gustave Gunther, third son of Mrs. and the late Mr. F. W. Gunther, of Williamstown, South Australia and Dora May Camille, second daughter of Mr. and the late Mrs. Chas, Hinkley, were joined in wedlock by Rev. Lambert. The bride who was daintily frocked in a knee length white silk linen, wore a biscuit hat, and carrying a bouquet of white chrysanthemums and roses, was given away by her father. The bride was attended by Mrs. Sid Heath as Matron of Honour, who carried a bouquet of red and white chrysanthemums, while Mr. Heath was best man. After the ceremony the happy couple and some twenty quests retired to the home of the groom's mother, where the reception was held.  SEE MORE

GUNTHER - STUTLEY       10th September 1912

On 10th September at Rock View, Gnowangerup, W. A. by Rev. R. M. Weldon, Herman Gustave, third son of Mrs. and the late Mr. F. W. Gunther, of Williamstown, South Australia, to Florence Amelia, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Stutley, of Rock View, Gnowangerup, W.A. late of Murray Town, South Australia.  SEE MORE

GUERINONI - McDONALD        1963

Dino Guerinoni married Janette Anne McDonald, daughter of John and Connie McDonald, in 1963.  

HALL - BELL          1921

Charles R. Hall married Myrtle P. Bell, daughter of Arthur and Mary Bell in 1921.   SEE MORE

HAMS - DADDOW      1920

Ernest "Ernie" Percival C. Hams, son of William and Fanny Hams, married Edith Minnie Daddow in 1920.   SEE MORE

HAMS - GARDINER         1965

Lionel Robert Hams, son of George Henry and Lily Jane Hams, married Elvie Edith Gardiner in 1965. SEE MORE

HAMS - McDONALD            1936

Frederick George Hams, son of George Henry and 
Lily Jane Hams,  married Jessie R. E. McDonald in 1936.
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HAMS - ROUT           

Alfred John Hams, son of  George Henry and Lily Jane Hams, married Meg Rout   SEE MORE

HAMS - SCHUMANN          1926

Bert Hams married Isabelle "Bella" Schumann in 1926.
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 BERT & ISABELLS "BELLA" HAMS
 

HAMS - SKEWES             9th October 1943

Thomas Herbert Hams, son of George Henry Hams and Lily Jane Wood , married Joyce Rita Skewes on the 9th October 1943.
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HAMS -  STEGGALL                17th March 1877

William George Hams known as "George" , son of Edward and Jane Hams (nee Smith), married Fanny Steggall, daughter of  Henry William and Priscilla Steggall (nee Hall), on the 17th March  1877 in the Baptist Church, Terowie, South Australia, This was the first marriage to be celebrated at that church.  SEE MORE

HAMS - TOURNAY           1953

William Clifford Hams, son of George Henry and Lily Jane Hams, married Deryth I. Tournay in 1953.   SEE MORE

HAMS -  WOOD    4th May 1904

George Henry Hams married  Lily Jane Wood, in Gumbowie, South Australia, on 4th May 1904. SEE MORE

HANSEN  - LEWIS        4th April 1964

HARRIS - HASSETT            1961

Robert "Bob" Thomas Harris, son of Mr. & Mrs. Basil Harris
 of Gnowangerup, married Jeanette Hassett, eldest daughter of Mona Treasure and the late Jim Hassett, in 1961. Sister Helen Hassett was bridesmaid.  SEE MORE

  BOB & JEANETTE HARRIS 

HARRIS - HASSETT            3rd October 1964

 BILL & HELEN HARRIS' WEDDING
 

HARRIS - WELLSTEAD        16th August 1881

John "Jack" Harris, the first child of Thomas and Elizabeth Harris, married Mary Ann Isobella Wellstead  in Albany on 16th August 1881.  SEE MORE

HARRIS - WELLSTEAD        1913

John "Jack" Harris, the first child of Thomas and Elizabeth Harris, his second marriage was to Emma Wellstead. SEE MORE

HAYWARD - STUTLEY        1918

William Sam Hayward married Margaret B. Stutley, daughter of Charlie and Eliza Stutley of "Rockview", Gnoangerup.
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HEAD - O'HALLORAN       1907

Thomas Head married Mary Jane O'Hallorhan in 1907.  SEE MORE

HEATH - GUNTHER       6th April 1940  

On Saturday afternoon on the 6th April, a very popular wedding took place in the Methodist Church, Gnowangerup when John F. "Sid" Heath married Alice N. Gunther, second daughter of Herman Gustave and Florence R. (nee Stutley) Gunther, were joined in holy wedlock. The ceremony was taken by the Rev. H. Farman. The bride wore a white sheer satin gown with the long train held in place by a coronet of orange blossom, a bouquet of white carnations and michaelmas daisies completed her toilet. Her atttendants, the bridemaib and flowergirl, were her sisters, Dora and Gwen (respectively) and they were frocked in pink georgette and carrying pink roses. Mr. A. Gunther, the bride's brother gave her away while Mr. Tom Scott acted in the capacity of best man.
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HEDDITCH - HINKLEY

W. M. Hedditch married Sarah Hinkley, daughter of Edward and Rhonda Hinley, at Portland, Victoria.   SEE MORE

HENDRY - TAYLOR                 1927

George Sharp Hendry married Marion Lilian Taylor in 1927.
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HERBERT - DAVIS            1881

Bishop Short of the Holy TRinity Church,  married Uriah (Snr) Herbert and Mary Davis, in 1881.  SEE MORE

HERBERT - JOHNSON        1930

Uriah (Jnr) Herbert (second marriage) married Ruby E. Johnson
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HERBERT - KENNEWELL

Uriah (Jnr) Herbert (first marriage) married Helen "Ellen" Kennewell.
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HESSE - HOBBY   

Jack Hesse (senior) married to Eva Nelly Hobby who was the daughter of Caroline Hobby.  SEE MORE

HESSE - STUTLEY          1st September 1948

A pretty wedding was solomised at the Baptist Church by Bro Wright on 1st September 1948 between John Francis "Jack Junior" Hesse, son of Jack (Senior) and Eva Hesse (nee Hobby), married Joyce Doreen Stutley, eldest daughter of Charlie and Eliza Stutley of "Rockview", Gnowangerup.  SEE MORE

HEWSON -CREEDON          1952

Peter G. Hewson married Mary T. Creedon, daughter of Patrick and Hannah Creedon, in 1952.  SEE MORE

HILL -    Jessie ?????

Jack Hill. son of Tom and Florence Hill, married Jessie (surname unknown) from Queensland.  SEE MORE

HILL - THOMPSON

Tom Hill married Florence Thompson of Mount Barker.  SEE MORE

HINKLEY - Mabel (surname unknown)

Francis Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Mabel ( surname unknown) at Edenhope. SEE MORE

HINKLEY - BELL         1925

David Oscar Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Jessie E. Bell in 1925.  SEE MORE

HINKLEY - BROWNE             1930

Reuben Hunter Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Naisie Browne in 1916.   SEE MORE

HINKLEY - EDWARDS          1906

William Robert Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Ada A. Edwards in 1906. SEE MORE

HINKLEY - GRIFFITHS          1924

Benjamin Roy Roslyn Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Relba M. Griffiths in 1924.  SEE MORE

HINKLEY - FITZPATRICK

Walter Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Mary E. Fitzpatrick in Healville, Victoria.  SEE MORE

HINKLEY - HEAL           1930

Alexander "Alex" Henry Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Murial E. A. Heal in 1930.  SEE MORE

HINKLEY - HORSNELL

Edward John Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Lucy Amelia Horsnell.  SEE MORE

HINKLEY - HUNTER         1872

William Wilford Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Sarah Jane Hunter in 1872'.  SEE MORE

HINKLEY - KEMBER         1925   SEE MORE

David Oscar Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, second marriage, to Anna M. Kember in 1925.   SEE MORE

HINKLEY - McDONALD            1948

Lennard C. Hinkley married Lucy McDonald in 1948.

HINKLEY - McDONNELL       26th April 1916

A wedding of much interest was celebrated at the Church 
of the Sacred Heart, Beverley, on 26th April, when Rev. 
Father M. Hallinan joined in matrimony Valentine Gulnare 
Hinkley, of Quairading, seventh son of Mr. & Mrs. W.W. 
Hinkley of Gnowangerup, (late of Victoria), and Constance (Connie) 
B. McDonnell, eldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. T. H. 
McDonnell, of Beverley (late of Carapook, Victoria). The 
bride, who entered the Church on her father's arm, was 
gowned in a dainty frock of white silk crepe de chene, the
front of the bodice being shadow lace lined with the palest
pink and trimmed with pearls. The train which hung from 
the waist was also lined with pale pink ninon; the corner 
was turned back and caught with a horseshoe of pearls and orange blossom. The usual veil and wreath were also worn.
The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of pink and white
carnations, roses and fern. The bridesmaids were Miss Winnie Norton, of Capel (cousin of the bride), and Miss Molly
 McDonnell (sister of the bride. The former was attired in a dainty frock of embroidered voile and white silk hat and wore the bridegroom's gift (a gold brooch). The bridesmaids both carried crooks trimmed with asparagus fern and cosmos
 and pale pink streamers. The duties of best man were carried out by Private R. Hinkley of the A.I.F. (brother of the bridegroom).
The church was tastefully decorated for the occasion by the girl friends of the bride, an archway having been erected from which was suspended a horseshoe under which the happy couple stood whilst the ceremony was being performed. The church was crowded with friends and well-wishers, the bride being a resident of the town for many years and a popular and energetic worker for the Church. The newly wedded couple were preceded down the aisle of the Church by a little cousin of the bride, Clasie Brody, who scattered rose leaves in front of them; the Wedding March was played by Miss Rutherford as they left the Church.
A reception was afterwards held in the Mechanics Institute, where 70 or 80 guests partook of the wedding breakfast, which was daintily laid out, and at which the usual toasts were honoured. The presents were costly and numerous. including several cheques from Victoria and elsewhere. During the day many telegrams of congratulations were received.
Mr. & Mrs. Hinkley left by the afternoon train amidst showers of rice enroute for Kalamunda where the honeymoon was spent. Mrs. Hinkley travelling in a pretty costume of brown reselda and white silk hat with ostrich plums and wearing the bridegroom's gift (a gold watch). The bride's gift to the bridegroom was a pair of gold cuff links.
In the evening a dance was held at which several songs were nicely rendered by Miss Houston, of Perth, and Mrs, Thom, of Beverley and a very enjoyable time was spent by the young folks.
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HINKLEY - SMITH         1916

Thomas Hinkley, son of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, married Emily Smith in 1916.   SEE MORE

HINKLEY - STUTLEY      9th May 1917

On the 9th May at the residence of the bride's parents Charlie and Eliza Stutley, "Rockview," Jackitup, Mr. Charles Arthur Hinkley and Miss Gladys Doris Stutley were united in the holy bonds of matrimony.  SEE MORE

HISCOCK - BURRIDGE         1934

Henry F. Hiscock married Margaret Grace Burridge in 1934.

HOLLAND - MAHER   

Anthony Holland married Anne Maher. SEE MORE

HOLMES - DAVIES         22nd February 1941

This wedding was the first of its kind - the first in the school chapel at Kobeelya Church of England Girl's School, Katanning - with a Kobeelya old girl. of course. as bride.
It was arranged that the school choir should sing during the marriage service  and the rector of Katanning, the Rev. T. Pelham-Thorman, should officiate.
The bride is Miss Poppy Davies. pretty daughter of Mr. & Mrs. R. B. Davies, of Gnowangerup, and the bridegroom Mr. Bob Holmes, of Holmwood Station, Mingenew.
The bridegroom is a twin son of Mr. J. J. Holmes, of Ord Street, West Perth, and of course, his twin brother had to go down to Katanning for the wedding.
So did their father, the well-known member of parliament.
The bridegroom's sister. Miss violet Holmes, who has been holidaying at Albany, went straight across to Katanning for the wedding.  SEE MORE

HOLMES - MOORE         27th December 1948

On 27th December two young people were joined in holy matrimony by Rev. Alwyn Stark from Albany in the Baptist Church, Gnowangerup. The contracting parties were Douglas Holmes and Betty Moore.
The bride, entering the Church on the arm of her father, wore a flowing gown of ivory satin with gathered uplift bodice and peplum and three-quarter length sleeves. Her beautiful three-quarter length veil was held in place with a pleated tulle head-dress.
She carried a sheaf of white gladioli cleverly made by Mr. & Mrs. A. Parnell. Her bridesmaid was Miss Pearle Wrigley and her matron of honour, Mrs. Percy Allen. The former wore shell pink taffeta with matching head dress and spray, while the latter wore ice blue with head dress and spray to match. Both carried pink gladioli.
The duties of best man were carried out by Mr. Cecil Holmes while Mr. Bob Moore was the groomsman.
After the ceremony a number of guests were received in the Memorial Hall by the bride's mother, Mrs. J. Moore, and the groom's mother, Mrs. E. Holmes. The former was smartly attired in navy and white with white accessories while Mrs. Holmes wore a natty floral frock with black accessories. After the usual formalities had been completed the bride adjourned to "Glenroy" to return in her going away outfit. She looked very sweet in a blue grey costume with navy accessories.
The happy couple left for their honeymoon shortly afterwards.

HOLMES - SMITH        22nd September 1937

A very pretty wedding of interest to East Pingelly and Gnowangerup friends was solemnised on Wednesday 22nd September, at the Methodist Church, Pingelly, when Gwendolyn, elder daughter of Mr. & Mrs. C. H. Smith, of Markegin, E. Pingelly, said "I will" to Horton, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. Holmes of Gnowangerup. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. G. Bensley and Mr. E. Wilson presided at the organ.
The church was prettily decorated by friends of the bride, with white and pink flowers and asparagus fern. The bride, who entered the church on the arm of her father, looked very sweet in her beautiful frock of white silk crepe romaine. The bodice had a yoke effect. while the neck was finished with a Peter pan collar. The skirt was tight fitting to the knees then fell in flares to the ankles, the back ending in a semi train made of lace. The beautiful veil was held in place by a circlet of orange blossom. Her sheath of white lilies and pale pink rosebuds entwined with silver leaves and finishing with satin ribbon streamers completed her bridal ensemble.
The bride was attended by two bridesmaids. Miss Mildred Holmes, sister of the bridegroom, who looked very dainty, frocked in shell pink sand crepe, while Miss Neva Smith, sister of the bride, looked very sweet in her frock of floral blue taffeta. Mr. Darrell Smith and Mr. Cecil Holmes were best man and groomsman respectively.
During the signing of the register, Mrs, Scott-Watson, of Aldersyde, sweetly rendered "Love's Coronation."
After the ceremony, a reception was held in the Markegin Hall where the guests were received by Mrs. Smith, wearing navy blue ensemble, assisted by Mrs. Holmes, who wore a floral ensemble.
During the breakfast the usual toasts were honoured and many telegrams were read from absent friends. The beautiful decorated three-tiered wedding cake, which was the work of Mrs. H. Hughes, was very much admired by all.
Later in the evening, the happy couple left for Albany for their honeymoon, the bride looking very smart in her frock of navy blue spotted coronation crepe, with short coatee to match. A navy straw hat, navy shoes and navy handbag completed her smart toilet.
Many handsome gifts and cheques were received. Mr. & Mrs. Holmes future home will be at Williams.

HOPE - MARR     about 1912

William Robert Hope married Grace Amelia Marr at Edenhope, Victoria about 1912.  SEE MORE

HOUGH - WOLFE         1947

John H. Hough married Nancy E. Wolfe in 1947. Maude Wolfe was bridesmaid and Irene Nicholas flowergirl  SEE MORE

 JOHN & NANCY HOUGH 
 

HOUNSHAM - HODGINS      16th August 1947

A very pretty wedding was solemnised at St. Joseph's, Albany, on 16th August, by Father Costello, between Mary Agnes, only daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. Hodgins of Albany, late of Gnowangerup, and Thomas Hounsham of Ongerup.
The bride, entering the Church on the arm of her brother, was gracefully gowned in white satin with long puffed sleeves gathered in a band at the wrists. The gown, with a long waistline, buttoned down the back, was cut heart-shaped at the neck and finished with frill and long train. The bride wore a chain cross that her mother had worn on her wedding day, and a beautiful veil, kindly lent by Mrs. Ledwith, held in place with camellias and fern.
The duties of best man were carried out by Mr, Moir a friend of the groom.
After the ceremony the party retired to the Strand where the bride's mother, assisted by the groom's sister-in-law, received a number of guests. The former was frocked in black with a shoulder spray of relieving tone, while the latter affected blue and also wore a shoulder spray.
During the breakfast the usual toasts were honoured and telegrams of congratulation were read by the Chairman, Mr. Joe Weir. Later the happy couple left by car for their honeymoon, the bride wearing a brown dress with gold and brown accessories.   SEE MORE

HOUSE - BARBER       February 1957

Mr. & Mrs. Tony House were married at St. John's Church of England, Pinjarra. The bride is the only daughter of Dr. & Mrs, Barber of Pinjarra and the groom is son of Mr. & Mrs. House of Gnowangerup.

 MR. & MRS. TONY HOUSE 
 

HOUSE -  RICHARDSON      17 February 1945

The marriage was solemnised at St. John's Church, Albany on Saturday 17th February by Rev. W. B. Kirby, of Nancy, only daughter of Mr. & Mrs. A. H. Richardson, Middleton Road, Albany, to Robert, twin son of Mr. & Mrs. W. L. C. House of "Glenallen," Gnowangerup.
The bride wore a gown on magnolia satin trimmed with hand-made Indian lace, with sprays of orange blossom. The veil, lent by the bridegroom's mother, was held in place by a coronet of orange blossom, and she carried a beautiful bouquet of madonna lilies.
The bridesmaid, Miss Helen House, sister of the bridegroom, looked very pretty in a frock of teal blue net over silver lame, and wore as a head-dress a Juliet cap, trimmed with pink roses and pink net veil. She carried a bouquet of pink and white tiger lilies.
The bridegroom wore the uniform of the R.A.N., and was attended by his brother, Edmund, in the uniform of the R.A.A.F.
The bride was given away by her father. The bride's mother entered the Church on the arm of her son, AB J. H. Richardson, R.A.N. She was dressed in a smart frock of black sheer with touched of white on the bodice, and hat of fine black straw, and carried a bouquet of red dahlias. The bridegroom's mother wore a beautiful frock of grey-blue morocain and a small black hay. Mrs. L. A. Mills (aunt of the bride) wore a black satin skirt and white satin coat, with a small white close-fitting straw hat. Miss Jean Eastwood, of Cottesloe (aunt of the bride), wore a black taffeta frock, with red and white stripes, and small black hat. Mrs. B. Robins grand-mother of the bridegroom) wore a black crepe frock and hat to match. Mrs. Stromach, of Katanning (aunt of the bridegroom), wore a black lace frock, trimmed with brilliants, and small black hat.
The service in the church was fully choral, the organist being Mr. S. B. Dawson. The church was filled to capacity and some hundreds of spectators assembled outside.
After the service a reception was held at the Priory, which was specially loaned for the occasion by Mr. & Mrs. Mills, where upwards of 100 guests were present to wish the happy couple Godspeed. The usual toasts were honoured, after which the bride cut the wedding cake and everyone present received a portion. Approximately 100 congratulatory telegrams, from all parts of Australia, were read by the best man and the bride's brother.
The happy couple left by car, the bride wearing a figured silk frock and blue travelling coat, with small felt hat. When they were leaving, the girls at the Priory showered the couple with rose petals from the balcony, and the usual tins and slippers were attached to the car.
Many useful and valuable present were received. SEE MORE

HOUSE -  TIMMS       17th October 1928

Dudley Keith House was married at Telyarup Homestead to Amy Margaret Oliphant Timms on 17th October, 1928
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HOUSE - TREASURE         1887

Polise Constable William Richard House married Anna Maria Treasure, daughter of Edward Treasure, in 1887. SEE MORE

HUMPHRIES - ELLIOTT       26th August 1963

Denzil Humphries and Shirley Elliott. Alf Peterson best man, Joan Elliott bridesmain, Rosalyn Schenk was flowergirl.

    DENZIL & SHIRLEY HUMPHRIES 
 

HYMAN - GUNTHER        1947

Trevor F. Hyman married Dora M. Gunther, daughter of Herman Gustave and Florence R. (nee Stutley) Gunther, in 1947.  SEE MORE

IRELAND - CREEDON            27th August 1957

JINMAN - BENNETT      24th November 1979

JOHNSTON - SMITH           28th June 1941

In the beautiful Cathedral of St, Mary in Perth, the marriage was solemnised by Father Byrne of Mollie, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Smith of Gnowangerup and Alfred  "Alf", the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Alf Johnston of Gnowangerup.
The bride, who wore a most becoming marina blue ensemble was attended by Mrs. Bernie Smith as matron-of-honour and was given away by Mr. B. Smith. Pvt. J. Johnston performed the duties as best man.
After the ceremony the party adjourned to the "Dutch Mill", where guests were received by the bride's mother and grand-mother. Mrs. Smith was Tastefully frocked in a navy ensemble with hat and bag to match.
The usual toasts were honoured and congratulations conveyed but it was regretful the the groom's parents, through sickness were unable to attend the happy occasion.
After a short honeymoon spent in the city. the happy couple returned to take up their future home on "Wendouree".
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JOHNSTON - STEWART       8th December 1942

On 8th December at St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Katanning by the Rev. Pelham-Thorman, Leslie Charles, younger son of Mr. Arthur Johnston and the late Mrs. Johnston (Gnowangerup), to June Baillieu, elder daughter of the late Walter F. Stewart and Mrs. Stewart (Broomehill),

JOHNSTON - TRILL

Peter Johnston and Tricia Trill

     PETER & TRICIA JOHNSTON 
 

JONES - BENNETT       31st March 1914

The Baptist Church Gnowangerup was the scene of a charmingly arranged wedding on 31st March, when the marriage of Charlotte Lawrie, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Bennett (late of Brookton), to Mr. Frank D. Jones of Brookton, took place. Rev. E. J. Blugston officiated. The Church had been prettily decorated by the many friends of the bride, and the choir rendered music suitable to the occasion. The bride, who was given away by her father, was greeted on entering the Church with the strains of a wedding hymn, and was charmingly gowned in cream silk, a pretty sheaf of white roses (the gift of Mr. R. A. Hughes) making a charming finish to her dainty bridal toilette. Miss H. Bennett (sister of the bride) was bridesmaid, and Mr. Allan Grover best man. After the ceremony the guests were entertained at a dainty wedding breakfast, and later in the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Jones left by train for Albany, where they intend spending their honeymoon.

JONES - DOLLEY        1944

Francis  W. Jones married Evelyn G. Dolley, daughter of Stan and Mabel Dolley of Gnowangerup, in 1944.  SEE MORE

JONES - TREASURE         1886

Willam Jones of Kojonup married Matilda Treasure, daughter of Edward Treasure in 1886. SEE MORE

JORDAN - HAMS         1905

John Charles "Jack" Jordan, son of Charles & Catherine Jordan (nee McGuire), married Rachael Hams in 1905. She was the third daughter of George and Fanny (nee Steggall) Hams SEE MORE

 JOHN & RACHAEL JORDAN 
 

JORDAN - McGUIRE         

Charles Jordan married Catherine Mcguire, daughter of Philip and Mary Ann McGuire, from Eticup. They lived in Yladgee "Jordan House" on the Gnowangerup-Broomehill East Road.
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JOST - EDGLEY       29th September 1951

The wedding of Amy, fifth daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J. Edgley of Gnowangerup and Laurence Noel, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. N. Jost of Perth was solemnised by the Dean at St. George's Cathedral on 29th September.
Amy was a picture of beauty when she entered the Cathedral on the arm of her father. She wore a beautiful all-over white lace ballerina wedding gown and mittens, a finger-tip veil held in place by a coronet of orange blossom and her trailer bouquet was of white roses, gerberas and stocks.
She was attended by her sister Marjory who wore a mist blue organdie with white embroidered flowers, a pink picture hat and pink mittens. She carried a lovely pink trailer bouquet.
The duties of bestman were ably carried out by Mr. Allan Chetam.
The bride's mother chose a wine-coloured frock with navy accessories and wore a shoulder spray of cream carnations, whilst the groom's mother wore bright green with dull green and black accessories and a spray of cream roses.

KEOGH  - HAMS         14th October 1937

A wedding of much interest to many folks in the district, took place at Gnowangerup on Thursday 14th October, when Mr. Eric A. Keogh,  eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. J. P. Keogh of Mount Barker and Kendenup, was married to Miss Launa Phyllis Hams, daughter of George Henry and Lily Jane Hams, of Gnowangerup. Their future home will be at Kendenup
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KERR - HINKLEY

James Kerr married Jane Hinkley, daughter of Edward and Rhonda Hinkley, in Ballarat, Victoria.   SEE MORE

KIDDLE - HINKLEY          27th October 1951

On Saturday 27th October 1951, the marriage was solemnised in the Methodist Church of Ave L., fourth daughter of Mr. & the late Mrs. Chas Hinkley and Stanley J., elder son of James and Florence Kiddle. SEE MORE

KITSON - AYLMORE        1919

Willian A. Kitson married Adeline "Ruby" E.  Aylmore, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Aylmore of Gnowangerup in 1919.  SEE MORE

LAFFER - LEE   

Ken Laffer married Leonie Lily Anne Lee, daughter of John and Lorna Lee. SEE MORE    

LAMONT - BILSTON            1st February 1934

A very pretty wedding was solemnised at St. Mary's Church, on 1st February at 7 p.m., the contracting parties being Miss Coral Bilston youngest daughter of Mr. amid Mrs. R. W. Bilston of Kojonup, and Mr. Aubrey "Spot" Lamont of Ongerup. The bride entered the church on the arm of her father, looking very sweet in her gown of silk lace over an underslip of pale pink. Her veil was kept in place with a coronet of tidy orange blossom buds, and the finishing touch was supplied by her necklet of crystal, the gift of the bridegroom. Her bouquet contained touches of pink also.
The chief bridesmaid was Miss Edna Bilston, sister of the bride. She looked very nice in her pictured dress of pink organdie, trimmed with tiny frills, and she wore a crinoline hat. Mr. Gordon Lamont, brother of the bridegroom, acted as best man. Two lovely little bridesmaids, Miss Audrey Hain and Fay Bailey, completed the party. They were dressed in pink frilly frocks, and had silver bonnets on their heads and each carried a basket of fern leaves and pink flowers. The bridesmaid's bouquet was also made of pink flowers interspersed with fern leaves. The mother of the bride was smartly dressed in crepe-de-chine, with a small brown hat and shoes and stockings to match, and she carried a tiny bouquet of pink flowers.. The Rev. Archdeacon Burbidge officiated at the ceremony.
The reception took place in the Memorial Hall at 8 o'clock. After the congratulations, 130 guest sat down to a delightful wedding breakfast. The large and beautiful decorated wedding cake on the brides table was made by Miss Edna Bilston. She also catered for the breakfast which was well carried out. The health of the bride and bridegroom was proposed by Mr. J. Delaney, after the royal toast was drunk. The bridegroom responded and proposed the "Bridesmaid." The best man replied and Mr. Delaney proposed the bride's parents, Mr. Bilston responding. Then followed the singing of "For she's a jolly good fellow," and three cheers. The ball was opened by the bridal couple, and dancing became general, to music supplied by Mr. R. Bens, (piano), Mr. E. Kicks, (violin), and Mrs. R, C, Norris on the drums. After a couple of hours dancing, the bride retired and prepared for her honeymoon journey. Her travelling dress was a pale pink crepe paton and a small hat to match. The young couple set out a little later in a car amid the good wishes of the assemblage. The wedding gifts were on view in the hall and were useful as well as beautiful. The young couple are making their home at Ongerup, where the bridegroom has property.  SEE MORE

 AUBREY "Spot" & CORAL LAMONT
 

LAMONT - WILLIAMS           1931

Gordon Lamont, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. N. T. Lamont   of Ongerup married in Perth, school teacher Margaret "Madge" Williams, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. W. Williams of Meckering. Mr. J. Weir acted as bestman, while Miss Marjorie Lamont was one of the bridesmaids.  SEE MORE

  GORDON  & MADGE LAMONT 
 

LAMONT - HUGHES       8th March 1904

Norman Thomas Lamont, son of William and Harriet (nee Crowl) Lamont married in Melbourne, Jane Elizabeth Hughes, the only daughter of Isaac B. and Catherine (nee Cameron) Hughes, on the 8th March 1904.  SEE MORE

 NORMAN & JANE LAMONT  

LEACH - FREEGARD         May 1940

Departing from the bridal white. Miss Dorothy Mabel Freegard chose to wear a wedding gown of shell pink satin for her marriage to Mr. Frederick Vernon Leach, at St. Luke's Church, Cottesloe. The frock was designed with a high neckline, long sleeves and a plaited girdle finishing the waist, the skirt forming a long train. Her veil was of shell pink tulle, held with a coronet of blossom, and her sheaf was of sell and pale pink rose buds.
The bride is the eldest daughter of Albert Henry and Mabel Lily Freegard (nee Brampton) of Pallinup and the groom the eldest son of Mr. and the late Mrs. F. Leach, of Cottesloe. Rev. Jones officiated, and the bride was given away by her father.
Miss Doreen Freegard was bridesmaid. wearing a frock of delicate mauve georgette with shirred bodice and flowing skirt. Her top-knot was of gold michaelmas daisies with mauve tulle veil and she carried a sheaf of shaded daises to match. Dorothy Marshall was flower girl, wearing a frock similar to that worn by the bridesmaid, and carrying a bunch of violets. Mr. M. Leach was best man.
The reception was held at Alexander Hall, Mosman Park, Mrs. Freegard receiving guest and wearing a frock of black georgette.
For travelling the bride chose to wear a frock of dove grey with wine trimmings, and grey accessories. SEE MORE

LEACH - VOSS        1953

Alan W. Leach married Quona P. Voss, daughter of Arthur and Fanny Voss (nee Hams), in 1953.  SEE MORE

LEE - LUCKLY          11th November 1922

A very pretty little wedding was solemnised at ST. Barnabas Church, West Leederville, on 11th November, when Mr. George Lee, younger son pf Mr. &. Mrs. F. Lee. of Subiaco (formerly of Gnowangerup) was wedded to Miss Phyllis Luckly, elder daughter of Mr. & Mrs. A. D. Luckly, West Leederville. The Rev. Mr. Secobe performed the ceremony. The bride was given away by her father. Mr. P. Crackel officiated as best man, and Mr. L. Luckly (bride's brother) as groomsman. The bride had Miss F. Luckly (sister) and Miss P. Baker (cousin) for bridesmaids. The bride looked charming in her bridal gown of white charmeuse covered with French lace, while the bridesmaids were very pretty in their dresses of yellow crepe de chine and heliotrope organdie.
After the ceremony a very happy party partook of the wedding breakfast at West Leederville Town hall, which was pleasantly decorated. The evening was pleasantly passed with musical items, dancing, etc. The happy couple left to spend their honeymoon at the Caves, after which they return to go to the Nor'-West. SEE MORE

LEE - MILLLER         

Frederick Lee married Elizabeth "Lily" Miller. SEE MORE

LEE - WOOLER         21st December 1946

John Edgar Lee, son of Frederick and Elizabeth "lily"  Lee (nee Miller), married Lorna May Edith Wooler on 21st December 1946.   SEE MORE

LEMMON - MOIR        1930

Nelson Lemmon married Ada M. Moir in 1930.  SEE MORE

LLOYD - HURST         6th January 1945

On 6th January at Methodist Church, Gnowangerup, 
conducted by the Rev. T. H. Brayn, the marriage of 
Vera May, only daughter of Mrs. C. Hurst (Cottesloe), to 
Frederick Charles, only son of Mr. & Mrs. Harry H. Lloyd (Gnowangerup).
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LLOYD - WEBB          1913

Harry LLoyd married Caroline Webb in Beverley in 1913.
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LOHOAR - MILLER        3rd April 1937

Speaking of weddings, there was a very pretty little unrehearsed incident in connection with Miss Barbara Millar's wedding to Mr. Robert Lohoar in St. Mary's Church, West Perth, on Saturday 3rd April. There is no doubt the church interior provides a charming background for a pretty bride, particularly the lacy-white and the blue banners of colours of St. Mary. Miss Miller looked lovely with her warm-tinted fair skin and red-gold hair, and her pale pink gown was made ethereal in appearance by a misty veil of clouds of pink tulle, while she carried a pinky-mauve bouquet of asters and pom-pom dahlias.
Small Robin O'Keefe had never been to a wedding before, and was sitting in a back seat so that his mother might see the bride.
And his gusty sigh of appreciation was quite audible, "Oh!" he said, "a fairy!'"
Mr. and Mrs, Robert Lohoar will make their home at Gnowangerup in a house of their own on one corner of the beautiful Lohoar property there. Miss Mavis Lohoar, as bridesmaid, wore a lovely, effective gown of a picture shade of sea green, ankle length, and with a pink hat to match the bride's gown. It really was fairy'like frocking.
The ceremony was a small, intimat friend-and-family affair.
It was followed by a small reception at the Karrakatta Club
The Bride is the daughter of Mr. W. M. Miller, well known for his 
long connection with the Education Department and 
the Young Men's Christian Association

LOHOAR - PARKER          1938?

Roderic Lohoar, son of Robert Kirby and Barbara Lohoar 
(nee Miller) married Elsie Grace Parker of Gnowangerup.   
 

LOWER - STEWART       12th April 1921

On 12th April the marriage of Miss Ella D. Stewart, youngest daughter of Mr. T. D. Stewart , and Mr. Henry "Harry" Benjamin Lower, of the National Bank, was solemnised in the Gnowangerup Baptist Church. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Brooks, and the Church was tastefully decorated by friends of the bride. The bride, who was given away by her father, was becomingly dressed in white crepe de chene, the customary veil with handworked Scotch thistles was worn and a bouquet of bridal flowers completed her toilet. The bride was attended by Miss Phyllis Williams. The best man was Mr. T. D. Stewart, Jun, brother of the bride. After the ceremony a reception was held in the hall, the tables being prettily decorated in Scotch fashion with tartan ribbons and emblems. The usual toasts were honoured, after which the happy couple left for Perth.
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      HARRY & ELLA LOWER  
 

LUMBUS - DAWSON        1949

Raymond "Ray" V. Lumbus married Sheila E. Dawson, daughter of Arthur and Maud Dawson, in 1949.
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    RAYMOND & SHEILA LUMBUS 
 

LYONS - ALDERMAN            1948

John K. Lyons married Mary Patricia Alderman, daughter of Lancelot "Bob" and Catherine Alderman, in 1948. SEE MORE

MACLEAN - WRIGHT          13th December 1953

A wedding of great interest took place at St. Margaret's, Gnowangerup. on the eve of Saturday 13th December, when Maureen Yvonne, the youngest daughter of Mrs. and the late E. H. Wright of Pallinup, was married to Donald Hector, the youngest son of Mrs. and the late E. Maclean of Nedlands.
The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr. Harry Wright, made a dainty picture as she entered the Church in her lovely bridal gown of white tulle over white taffeta. The close-fitting bodice, daintily shirred and accentuated by perpendicular lines of silver thread, was gathered into a yoke which was embroidered with a design out lined in spangles and beading. The full skirt was formed of yards of billowing tulle and continued into a graceful train. Her hip-length veil was held in place by a coronet of pearl lustre orange blossom with side cluster. She carried a bouquet composed of white asters, Shasta daisies, gardenias and maiden hair fern tied with white plastic ribbon.
The bride was attended by Miss Margaret White who wore a charming frock of rose pink flowered lace over pink taffeta. The frock, designed with full skirt, close fitting bodice and puff sleeves, was also styled with a "sweetheart" neckline and rolled collar. Her pink scalloped veil of shoulder length was held in place by a dainty Juliet cap trimmed with pink rosebuds. She carried pink carnations, rose buds and hyacinths tied with a pink plastic bow.
The groom, attended by Mr. Leon Crosse as bestman, completed the bridal group. During the service which was conducted by Rev. Cooke "My Prayer" was delightfully rendered by Mrs. F. Flanagan.
The reception was held at the Masonic Hall where a very festive and appetising wedding breakfast awaited the many friends and relations. Mrs. Wright, assisted by Mrs. Maclean, received the guests.
Mrs. Wright looked most attractive in a suit of eau de Nil crepe which was nicely contrasted with a shoulder spray of autumn tonings. She wore a chic black hat decorated with osprey matching her black accessories. Mrs. Maclean looked charming in a dusty pink frock with shoulder spray of fuschias which ideally matched her burgundy accessories.
Mr. Jim Old of Katanning, a very old friend of the family. ably carried out the duties of toast master in his typically bright and cheery manner. The usual toasts were honoured and were interspersed with several humorous stories, while the singing of "Let's Grow Old Together" by Mr. T. Wilkinson met with great applause.
After the toast of "Absent Friends" had been honoured. Mr. N. D. Drummond read the many congratulatory telegrams that testified to the popularity of the young couple. At the close of the breakfast the beautiful two-tiered wedding cake was cut by the bride. It was designed in a diamond shape and amid much exquisite decoration was topped by a basket of pastel shaded flowers.
Mrs. Jaekel's orchestra provided the music for the dance that followed the breakfast and Mr. F. Flanagan acted as M.C.
Many beautiful and useful wedding presents were on display.
The evening continued with much enjoyment until it was time for the bride and groom to farewell the guests. The bride's travelling frock was most suited to the hot evening, being pastel striped shantung silk ornamented on the shoulders with black buttons to match her accessories.
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MAIR - DOLLEY          1952

Malcolm B. W. Mair married Enid S. Dolley, daughter of Stan and Mabel Dolley of Gnowangerup, in 1952.  SEE MORE

MARSHALL - BLACK            30th January 1937

Robert Charles Marshall married Pearl Gwendoline Lily Black, daughter of William & Jane Black (nee Squire),  on 30th January at the Albany Methodist Church. SEE MORE

    ROB & PEARL MARSHALL
 

MARSHALL - JONES        1908

Norman E. Marshall married Corola Millicent Jones, daughter of John Samuel Charles and Mary Elizabeth Jones of " Booberoo", Jackitup in 1908. SEE MORE

MARSHALL - JONES   

Robert Marshall (senior) married Lilliot Evelyn Jones, daughter of John Samuel Charles and Mary Elizabeth Jones of " Booberoo", Jackitup. SEE MORE

MATHER - DENNY          1941

Robert J. Mather married Mavis Denny, daughter of Charlie and Nellie DEnny in 1941.   SEE MORE

MAYOR - MARSHALL            August 1965

McDONALD - BALL          25th July 1940

At St. Margaret's Church of England, Gnowangerup, on 25th July, the marriage was solemnised between Lorna Jocelyn, eldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. N. Ball of Gnowangerup, and Ernest Vivian, youngest son of Mr. & Mrs. L. McDonald, of Katanning. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Pelham-Thorman.
The bride, who was given away by her father, made a charming figure in her slightly-trained frock of embossed matalasse cut on classical lines. An embroidered veil, which had been worn by the bride's mother at her wedding, was held in place by a coronet of orange blossom. which had been loaned by a friend. She carried a sheaf of lilies, roses and fern. Her only adornment was a two-row pearl necklace, the gift of the bridegroom..
The bridesmaid, Miss Verna Ball, sister of the bride, was frocked in pink fergucean silk voile with a slightly shirred bodice and full skirt. She wore a circular shoulder length veil of pink tulle finished with gold piping and halo of pink hyacinths. She carried a matching bouquet of sweet peas and wore a gold chain pendant, the gift of the bridegroom.
The duties of best man were carried out by Mr. A. Hillman, cousin of the bridegroom..
Mrs. Ball wore a plum-coloured woollen frock with navy accessories, a posy of roses completing her toilette. Mrs. McDonald was unable to attend owing to illness.
The church had been beautifully decorated by friends of the bride with sweetpeas, almond blossom, smilex and asparagus fern. Mrs. R. B. Davies presided at the organ and Mrs. R, Pozzi rendered the solo "Garden of Happpiness" during the signing of the register.
An informal breakfast was held in the Masonic supper room, where relatives and a few friends met to wish the couple every happiness.
Later in the evening the happy couple left on their honeymoon, the bride travelling in a smart blue wool crepe ensemble with burgundy accessories, a fox fur completing her toilette. Mr. & Mrs. McDonald will make their home at Katanning.  SEE MORE

McDONALD - DENNY          13th March 1954

On 13th March, the Gnowangerup R. C. Church was the scene of a very pretty wedding, the contracting parties being Grace Evelyne, the youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Chas Denny and Bernard William, eldest son of Mr. & the late Mrs, W. McDonald.
The bride, who was given away by her father, was charmingly gowned in white lace and figured organza and her lovely bouquet was of white frangipani and pink tinted Easter lilies.
She was attended by two pretty bridesmaids, Miss Hilda Treasue and Miss Rose McDonald who wore lemon bouquets of red roses and carnations.
The groom was supported by Mr. Lloyd Eaton and Mr. John McDonald.
The ceremony over, the party adjourned to the Memorial Hall when Mrs. Denny, assisted by Mrs. Len Hinkley, received the guests. The former chose to wear navy and white with navy accessories and the latter teal blue with white.
The formalities at the sumptuous festive board prepared by Mrs. Denny and her friends, were in the hands of Mr. Syd Reeves, an old fried of the bride's parents. The handsome wedding cake was decorated by Mrs. Glen Smith.
After the tables had been cleared the hall was thrown open for what proved to be an enjoyable social.
After supper the happy couple left amid cheers for Albany, Grace being smartly attired in a blue shantung frock with cherry red accessories.   SEE MORE

McDONALD - FORREST       18th April 1918

A wedding of more than ordinary interest took place at Goomalling on 18th April between T. H. McDonald, of Spring Vale, Gnowangerup, and Miss Nora Forrest, daughter of Margaret and the late William Forrest, of Cork City, Ireland. The bridegroom has just returned from the front. The ceremony took place at the Sacred Heart Church, Goomalling. the Rev. Father Ubach, O.S.B., being the officiating clergyman. The bridesmaids were Miss Mary Forrest (sister) and Miss Mary McDonald, and the train-bearers, Miss Olive and Master Willie Slater, who looked exceedingly pretty. The bridegroom was attended by Corporal A. McDonald and A. Forrest. The bride was given away by Mr. W. Slater, her uncle. After the ceremony the wedding party motored out to Lake View for the breakfast, and were received by Mrs. & Mr. Slater, aunt and uncle of the bride. A sumptuous repast was provided, the tables beautifully decorated for the occasion. The usual toasts were honoured. "The King" was proposed by Father Ubach, after which he gave the toast of the "Bride and Bridegroom", and spoke in highly appreciative terms of the young couple. The bridegroom responded in a neat speech.
"The Parents of the Bride and Bridegroom" was given by Mr. W. Slater, and responded to on their behalf by Corporal McDonald. "The bridesmaids" was proposed by the bridegroom, and responded to by Corporal McDonald and Mr. A. Forrest. "Absent Friends", by  Corporal McDonald. Mrs. Russell, the grandmother of the bride, was in attendance, to the great delight of all concerned. The bride looked very pretty, gowned in net over white glace, with train lined with shell pink and white embroidered with floss silk, and wore the usual wreath and veil, kindly lent by Mrs. M. C. Smith, sister-in-law of the bride. The travelling dress was a navy costume daintily trimmed with glace silk, with gold thread hat to match. The bridesmaids wore very pretty dresses of shell pink mauve trimmed with white lace, and mob cap. The train-bearers looked particularly smart in white satin, beautifully worked, and wore mob caps. The brides present to the bridegroom was a set of silver serviette rings; the bridegroom's present to the bride a gold heart and chain. set with five pearls; bridegroom to bridesmaids. Miss M. Forrest, gold chain bracelet, Miss N. McDonald, gold band ring. The bride and bridegroom were the recipients of many useful and valuable presents. The happy couple left by the afternoon train en route for Busselton and the Caves to spend their honeymoon.

McDONALD - HEAD        1936

John Vincent McDonald married Constance "Connie" Evelyn Head, daughter of Thomas and Mary Head.  in 1936.
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  VIN & CONNIE McDONALD  
 

McDONALD - PORTEOUS    1912

Angus McDonald married Edith A. E. Porteous, daughter of Robert and Alice Porteous, in the Katanning Distirct  in 1912.  SEE MORE

McDONALD - REIDY    

Miles McDonald (Senior) married Mary Anne Reidy, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Andy Reidy, of Ballarat, Victoria,  SEE MORE

McLEAN - BRUCE     1945

William John "Jack" McLean, son of William and Rita McLean, married Elfida Mary Bruce in 1945  SEE MORE

McLEOD - SMITH     2nd October 1958

McGUIRE - HERBERT     

Joe McGuire married Jeanette Herbert.  SEE MORE

McHARDY - THOMPSON           1946

Norman McHardy married Doris E. Thompson, daughter of Tom and Doris Thompson in 1946.  SEE MORE

McLEAN - BENNETT        11th October 1917

A very pretty wedding took place in the Baptist Church, Gnowangerup, on the 11th October, the contracting parties being Miss Rita Bennett, daughter of Mr. J. S. Bennett, and Mr. W. W. McLean, of Salt River. The bride was supported by her sister as bridesmaid, and both looked charming. Mr. Franklin Bell officiated as best man. The church was nicely decorated by friends of the bride, and the ceremony was performed by the Rev. E. J. Clugston. A dainty breakfast was served at the residence of the bride's parents, when the usual toasts were honored. SEE MORE

McLENNAN - COGHLAN            29th February 1936

Alec McLennan married Maisie Priscila Coghlan on the 29th February 1936.  SEE MORE

McLENNAN - SMITH       22nd October 1958

McWHINNEY - ROUTLEDGE         

Alan "Mac" McWhinney, the fourth surviving child of Arthur and Mary McWhinney, married  Hilda Routledge. SEE MORE

MELVIN - VOSS         1953

Gordon E. Melvin married Marlene J. Voss, daughter of Arthur and Fanny Voss (nee Hams), in 1953.  SEE MORE

METTAM - HARTSHORN          10th February 1916

A wedding of considerable local interest was celebrated in the Agricultural Hall on the afternoon of Thursday 10th February, when Mr. Frank William Mettam of the National Bank, Perth, eldest son of Mr. F. W. Mettam, of Katanning, was joined in holy matrimony to Miss Olive Beatrice, the only and very popular daughter of Mrs. Hartshorn, Newsagent, Gnowangerup. The Rev. Archie Herd performed the ceremony, and Mr. Albert Pratt officiated at the organ. The hall was tastefully decorated for the occasion with green shrubbery and artificial flowers, and a large white bell was suspended above the heads of the young couple. The bridal party entered the hall to the strains of "The Voice that Breathed o'er Eden." The blushing bride to be was accompanied by Mr. C. E. Reid, and was gowned in a handsome frock of ivory crepe de chine, made pinafore effect, with bodice of shadow lace veiled with ninon and relieved with shell pink and ornamented with true-lover's knots. A most charming and becoming costume was heightened by a pretty wreath and veil. The bride carried a beautiful bouquet and wore a cameo brooch, the gift of the bridegroom. The bride's maids were Miss Beulah Cargeeg and Miss Eva Caldow. Both young ladies were dressed in shell pink, with bodices of shadow lace veiled wit ninon, and wore becoming hats of black silk with a pink posy. They carried shower bouquets of pink roses and silver chain purses, gifts of the bridegroom. Little Gracie and Eric Bennetts acted as train bearers, and looked very sweet in pink and white. Gracie received from the bridegroom a gold brooch, and Eric received a child's set of cutlery. Men are in a way a necessary at a wedding, and we just in passing mention that the bridegroom was supported by his brother, Mr. George Mettam, and Mr. Albert Broom filled the roll of groom's man. The bride's present to the groom was a pair of gold sleeve links.
The reception was held at the "Bon Ton", and the guests were received by the bride's mother, who was gowned in silver grey floral crepe de chine, with hat to harmonise, and carried a handsome bag of pyro worked kangaroo skin, the gift  from the groom. Some thirty guests, all intimate friends of the happy young couple, sat down to the wedding breakfast, when toasts, customary on such occasions, were proposed and honored. After the reception, amid showers of confetti and good wishes of their many friends, Mr. and Mrs. Mettam left by motor for Busselton, where the honeymoon is to be spent. The Bride's travelling dress was of Assam silk, with a smart hat of white crepe de chine, relieved with saxe blue.
Mr. Mettam has signified his willingness to enlist, and is shortly, we understand, going into camp.

MILDWATERS - BLACK         1915

Robert W. R. Mildwaters of Pingelly, married Eva C. Black, daughter of John Black, in 1915.    SEE MORE

MILES - BLACK      10th March 1951

The Methodist Church, Gnowangerup on March 10th was the scene of a very pretty wedding when Bernice, youngest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. C. J. Black, said "I Will" to Shirley, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. S. Miles, of Karridale, Rev. F. G. Pearse officiating.
The bride made a charming picture as she entered the Church on the arm of her father. Her gown was of white satin with a full skirt on which were appliqued lace gardiness. Her long tulle veil was held in place by a coronet of orange blossom and frangipani and white asters made up her lovely bouquet.
Her bridesmaids, Miss Maisie Farr (her sister) and Miss Barbara Miles (sister of the groom), wore full skirted gowns of forget-me-not blue silk lace over taffeta with matching shoulder-lengt veils held with small coronets of carnations and rosebuds. Their flowers were pink carnations, asters, Easter lillies and rosebuds.
Messrs Clive and Jack Miles, brothers of the groom, assisted him respectively as best man and groomsman.
A friend of the bride, Miss Joan Bancroft gave a delightful rendition of "I'll Walk Beside You" during the signing of the register. Miss Jeffries at the organ filled in the musical accompaniment for the ceremony.
The reception was held in the Memorial Hall where the bride's and groom's parents welcomed the guests. Mrs. Black was wearing a smart frock of powder blue crepe with vee neckline trimmed with royal blue beads; her accessories were of white and on her shoulder spray of salmon queen carnations. Mrs. Miles chose a charming ensemble of grey crepe, mauve accessories and a spray of autumn tomed roses.
The guests being seated noted the exquisite wedding cake made and iced by Mr. & Mrs. Reg. Overington, of Kojonup, friends of the bride's sister.
The duties of chairman were in the hands of the bride's uncle Mr. Laurie Porteous whose witty remarks lent to the joviality of the occasion. Time honoured toasts were drunk that of the "Bride's Parents" being well known and well respected citizens, was called by Mr. E. H. Wright while a very old friend in Mr. David Patmore of Warner Glen proposed the health of the groom's parents.
After the breakfast the Hall was thrown open and a great number of friends came to give their best wishes. From the start of the Bridal Waltz commenced a most enjoyable evening. The many lovely presents and substantial cheques received by the lucky couple were on display. While the guests continued dancing, the bride retired to return in an exquisite powder blue frock with pin-tucked crepe sleeves and bodice with a well fitting gored skirt; London tan accessories completed her attire.
Supper completed, the newly weds were farewelled amidst much talk, laughter and many good wishes, on their honeymoon spent in Albany.
Mr. & Mrs. Miles jnr will take up residence at Warner Glen where Mrs. Giles was once the local school teacher.
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MILLER - HILL        1944

John F. Miller from Bremer Bay, married Lorna Jean Hill, daughter of Tom and Florence Hill, in 1944.    SEE MORE

MILLS - KING           1940

Fred Mills and Myrtle King married in 1940 at the Methodist Church in Gnowangerup. Myrtle's sister-in-law Maud was bridesmaid.

MILNE - BLACKBURN              1896

David Alexander Milne of "Moana", Borden, married Aida Jane Blackburn from New Zealand, in 1896. SEE MORE

MILNE - CREMASCO           1958

Graham Gordon Milne, son of Malcom and Enid Milne (nee Murray), married Mary Austral Cremasco from Borden, in 1958.  SEE MORE

MILNE - GUMINA

Murray Milne, son of Malcom and Enid Milne (nee Murray), married Susan Gumina from Cranbrook. SEE MORE

MILNE - HOEY          

David Alexander Milne first married Jessie Gibson Hoey
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MILNE - LOHOAR         1941

Ian "Mick" Allan Milne, son of William Allan "Allan" and Ivy Milne (nee Martin), married Mavis Pollock Lohoar, daughter of Millicent Elia Alice Lohoar,  in 1941.
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MILNE - MARTIN           October 1912

William Allan "Allan" Milne, son of David Alexander and Jessie Gibson Milne (nee Hoey), married Ivy Evylin Alice Martin in October 1912. SEE MORE

MILNE - MURRAY            1926

Malcom Alexander Milne, son of David and Aida Milne of "Moana", Borden, married Enid M. Murray in 1926. SEE MORE

MILNE - PORTER        February 1944

Andrew Alexander Milne, son of William Allan "Allan" and Ivy Milne (nee Martin), married Phoebe Porter in February 1944
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MILNES - SAGGERS      16th December 1972

On the 16th December 1972 Peter Milnes from Gnowangerup, son of Don and Esther Milnes, married Genevieve Saggers, daughter of John and Evelyn Saggers of Kendenup at the Kendenup Community Church. SEE MORE

  PETER & GENEVIEVES MILNES  
 

MILNE - STONE            1927

Douglas Blackburn Milne, son of David and Aida Milne of "Moana", Borden, married Sara M. Stone in 1927. SEE MORE

MILNE - WELLARD           1958

Kevin John Milne, son of Malcom and Enid Milne (nee Murray), married Sally Katherine Pierce Wellard of Gnowangerup, in 1958. SEE MORE

MOIR - BUNGEY         1940

Ross Newland Moir, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Moir of "Cherridup", bordon, married Betty Winifred Bungey, second daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Bungey of "Highdenup", Borden in 1940. SEE MORE

MOIR - LAWRIE       14th March 1923

Roderick Leslie Wellstead Moir married Isabel Euphemia Lawrie on 14th March 1923 in Scotts Church, Albany. Attended by Best Man Jim Lawrie and Bridesmaid Nell Garrity.

 RODDY & ISOBEL MOIR 
 

MOIR - GIBBS         9th September 1919

On Tuesday 9th September a quiet wedding was celebrated in the Congregational Church, Bunbury, by the Rev. S. J. Mills, when Mr. Ernest G. Moir, of Gnowangerup, was united to Miss Rotha Gibbs, daughter of Mr. John Gibbs, of Bunbury.

MOIR - NICHOLAS            26th August 1961

Mark "Bill" Andrew Moir married Amelia Mary Nicholas, eldest daughter of Ken and Alice Nicholas, on the 26th August 1961 at the Gnowangerup Methodist Church.

 MARK "BILL"  & AMELIA MARY MOIR (nee Nicholas)
 

MORAN - NEWBY        28th January 1920

On Wednesday morning 8th January, in the local Catholic Church, the marriage was celebrated of Mr. Patrick Moran, third son of the late Francis Moran, of the Eastern Goldfields, and of Mrs. Moran, of Gnowangerup, to Miss Mollie Newby, only daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J. Newby, of the Freemason's Hotel, Beverley. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Father Kearin.

MUIR - TIDY         1943

John "Jock" H. Muir married Jean A. Tidy in 1943.

 JOHN "JOCK" & JEAN MUIR
 

MURDOCH - WELLSTEAD           

Forbes Murdoch married Isabel Wellstead. SEE MORE

MURRAY -  FORBES      23rd August 1921

On the 23rd August, at St, Hugh's Church, Angaston, by the Rev. Sage Williams,  Donovan, elder son of Mr. W. W. Murray, "Glen Turret," Gnowangerup, married Jessie Kingsford Adelaide,younger daughter of Donald Forbes, Hutton Vale, Angaston, South Australia.

MURRAY - HINKLEY            1940

Francis A. Murray married Doris Hinkley in 1940. SEE MORE

MURRAY - MUGG      30th January 1926

On the 30th January Mr. Gordon Murray and Miss D. Mugg, were joined in the bonds of holy matrimony. The service, which was performed by the Rev. A. R. Sleep, took place very quietly at "Glen Turret," the home of Mr. W. D. Murray. Miss B. Murray was the only bridesmaid and Mr. M. Milne supported the bridegroom as best man. The bride,who was attired in a cream frock with black hat, was given away by her brother. After the ceremony a very delicious wedding breakfast was par-taken of at which the usual toasts were prepared and honoured. Speechs were made by the Rev. A. R. Sleep, M. Milne, Frank Murray and several others, to which Mr. Gordon Murray very ably responded. Mr. and Mrs. Murray received many handsome gifts.

MYCOCK - GARNETT          1937

Joseph P. Mycock married Muriel M.F.E. Garnett, 
daughter of James and Elizabeth Emma Garnett 
(nee Wise), in 1937. SEE MORE

NICHOLAS - GODFREY       15th March 1939

On 15th March, Mr. Len Nicholas and Miss Jean Godfrey were joined in wedlock in the Wesley Church, Gnowangerup.

NICHOLAS - HAMS

Chas. Gundry Nicholas married Amelia (Milly}Emily Hams
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 CHAS. & AMELIA NICHOLAS 
 

NICHOLAS - GODFREY      1941

Charles W. "Bert" Nicholas married  Amy Della Godfrey in 1941,  with Bill Godrey, Ettie Carpenter and
Margaret Godfrey.

 BERT & NELLA NICHOLAS 
 

NICHOLAS - WOLFE          1938

Kenneth E. Nicholas married Alice M. Wolfe in 1938.
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KEN & ALICE NICHOLAS  
 

NILON - DOWDELL          August 1944

Beryl Dowdell met RAAF warrant officer Geoffrey ‘Geoff’ Bede Nilon and the couple married in August 1944. SEE MORE

NOAKES - PINNEY       1943