56 East Street — Streets of East Freo

ARCHITECTURE

Federation / Georgian Influences

No. 56 (previously was no. 84) East street is a single storey house constructed in limestone and brick with a hipped tiled roof. It is a simple expression of the Federation Bungalow style. The front elevation is symmetrically planned with a central door flanked by windows and sidelights. The front facade features a concrete verandah supported on steel posts over a concrete floor.

HISTORY

AIF 1916, John O’Neill (Regimental number 5392) Occupation Iron Dresser, 56 East Street, East Fremantle, Single, Age at embarkation 34. Next of kin Miss Mary O'Neill

NAA Record AIF Record

AIF 1916, Thomas O’Neill (Regimental number 5393) Occupation Fitter and turner, 56 East Street, East Fremantle, Single, Age at embarkation 24. Next of kin Miss Mary O'Neill

NAA Record AIF Record

In 1933 John Payne moved with his family from the house next door to 54 (ex 82) From 1926-1927 he lived next door again at no 58 (no 86).

1928 Funeral Notice. The Friends of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Payne, of 84 East-street, East Fremantle, are respectfully invited to follow the remains of their late beloved daughter, Betty, to the place of interment, the Wesleyan Cemetery, Fremantle. (reference)
1930 In Memoriam. In ever loving memory of our dear little daughter and sister, Betty, who passed away on November 2, 1928; aged 6 years. Only a grave, but needs our care, For our dear little child is sleeping there, A sweet little life which promised well, Perhaps it is best, oh! who can tell. Inserted by her sorrowing father and mother, sisters and brother, Molly, Dolly, Nancy and Jack, 84 East-street, East Fremantle. (reference)
1934 Death on February 21, 1934, at Fremantle, Frederick Thomas, dearly beloved husband of Christina Ellen Knox, of 84 East-street, East Fremantle, and loving father of Elsie (Mrs Gilbert Smith, Barsden-street, Cottesloe). Mabel (Mrs C. E. Northover, East Fremantle), Vernon and the late Norman Knox (killed in action): aged 65 years. (reference)
1937 Funeral. The Brethren of the above Lodge and the Order in general are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of our late Brother, Henry Grovee, which will leave his late residence, 84 East-street, East Fremantle… (reference)