Reference numberLH002658Description52 Watkins Street (Lot 24/25 of 84). According to City of Fremantle Rate Books this lot was vacant in 1918/1919 and owned by harold Eugene Jackson. A year later a cottage was erected for Mr Jackson, a labourer/cleaner. In 1919 plans were approved for a wood and iron dwelling to the value of $450. Cleraly Mr Jackson decided to build in stone instead of wood. The house was built of limestone quarried from the block by Harold Jackson and Bill Hancock of Bicton. Harold and Lily (nee Gallin) had eight children, three of which died in infancy.Date1920Photograph FormatPhotographDigital ItemYes
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