WWII photos of Japanese from my Uncle's 'Darwin' photos.

There should be a law against NOT putting comments on the back of photos.

This one is a total mystery.

It is from my uncle's collection of photos - he was stationed in Darwin (N.T.) during WWII.
(Walter Williamson - see wikipedia - footballer.)

This photos I've only just now gotten around to scanning it. It's tiny. About 2.25 long by about 1.25 high.

I was totally amazed to see that it was of Japanese soldiers. I remember stories I was told when little. First of Uncle Wally not really being in WWII as he had a 'cushy' post up in Darwin. But later heard stories about bombings and Japanese. How much is memory, how much is fact, I don't know. I will share some of the stories, if someone is interested. I wrote to the war memorial people, but heard nothing back. I have quite a lot more photos of Darwin during WWII. I'll post when I get a chance.

If anyone can shed any light on this one, I'd appreciate it. Thank you.

Grange Bowling Club - Speech by Mr Hughes (approx. 1923?)

This is from my Auntie Dulcie's album. I believe it to be around 1923, based on previous photo posted. Because of my mother's (Joyce) age. I also believe that my Grandpa (F.W. Lill / F.W.R. Lill) was president 1924 and vice-president 1925 due to some research in the 'trove' newspapers. I took some time to edit these old articles, and hopefully made it easier for those researching the GBC. It does have a list of most of the founders, and also some great photos. But it takes some looking.

Auntie Dulcie was Dulcie Lill, married to Wally (Walter) Williamson - captain of West Torrens when they won premiers in the early 30s (1933?). He also played for the State and for a short time was with Hawthorn (Vic) FC. See Wikipedia.

At first I thought the speech might be from the Prime Minister, but a Mr Hughes played a BIG part in the beginnings of the "Grange and Henley Beach Bowling Club" (later "Grange Bowling Club"), so he is probably the one who is making the speech, even though I don't specifically know who that might be from this photo. I believe I came across photos of Mr Hughes when researching. I have one more photo of this occasion. And will post it after scanning.

I circled 2 people - Nan and Grandpa. I was able to tell by the clothes on Nan (previous blog photo), but also thought it looked like Grandpa, anyway. So they were obviously part of the 'official' party.

I don't know when this building was demolished. But from my child brain, I seem to remember it. The kitchen upstairs, the dark wood floor that creaked so much, men smoking - pipes, cigars, and drinking. Women with urns, cakes, and constantly washing dishes in aprons. If anyone one knows the year it was demolished, I'd love that information, to see if my memories fit.

"Style" At Grange Bowling Club - 1920s - South Australia.

Sharing a personal photo from the early 1920s at the Grange Bowling Club. (Please do not copy or use without seeking permission.)

From the personal photo album of Dulcie Elizabeth Williamson (nee Lill), my aunt.

The woman in the middle is my grandmother, who's home I grew up in, on Seaview Road. Mrs F. W. R. Lill - she and her daughters often helped with fund raising booths and are mentioned a lot in old newspapers. She is Florence Dulcie Lill. My grandfather was a lifetime member of the club.

My mother (adoptive) is the child to the right, in the background. She is probably around 10 years old so that would make this photo approx. 1922? - Joyce Constance Lill - later Basford and Capon, born October 1912.

I have scanned this in hi-res, and is delightful to see the 'youthful', freckled face of my grandmother (Nan), rather than the interesting face with 'cracks' in it. :)

You can click on the image for a slightly larger view.

Old photo Wellington punt on River Murray, South Australia 1920s.

I previously posted this on my blog here: http://bornin1948.blogspot.com/2013/01/old-photos-of-south-australia-early_26.html

But did not include the buildings. I have a larger scan of this. Please do not use without permission. Please contact me. This is from an old photo album of Dulcie Elizabeth Williamson (nee Lill). I LOVE that the scan shows the 2 gentlemen on the punt.

Clicking on the image will give a slightly larger view.

Summertime love in Grange, South Australia.

I love the beach. Specifically Grange beach - just a few minutes walk from my home on Seaview Rd (536 - changed from 620).
This is from the backyard.
Remember these cotton fabric bathers (swimsuits) - 'bubble' - with elastic - the bubbles would fill up with air.
A dirty face. I'd probably been running through the garden sprinkler to cool off. Ever suspicious of the 'Brownie Box Camera', I've never been too pleased with cameras.
Shows the house next door, to the south, and on the right - part of the 'greenhouse' - a planting shed. This deteriorated a bit - made of wood, grey in color. Was later demolished to make way for a free-standing 'sleepout' for my Dad.
At this time, Grandpa was the gardener, and although aging, he keep a nice garden with orderly garden beds, and some vegetable gardens on the tiered layers going down the back yard to Military Road. He taught me lots about flowers, plants and seeds, I would follow him around, full of questions. He was very patient with me.
Jill Capon, Jillian, Jillian Crider.

On a personal note: A Tribute to Our Four-Footed Friend, Wyatt.

Yesterday took an unexpected turn of events. Although Wyatt has had medical 'issues' since around Christmas, this really broad-sided us.
What was just a supposedly 'minor' vet visit for skin condition, expanded into an Xray with very unwelcome news, with a combination of 'issues'.
So, somewhere, Wyatt is now flying free and in peace. Much loved. And very much missed.
Thank you Wyatt, for all you gave to us.

But unfortunately, for now, I'm heartbroken.

~Jillian