Reference numberLH002764DescriptionEmployees of Fremantle Gas Company beside a tank erected by Robert Newbold. This tank was later changed to a silver cylinder. The gentleman in the front row, fourth from the left was Robert S Newbold (20.05.1857-21.02.1940), Manager Fremantle Gas Co, 1888-1909. He arrived in W A on the Otway in 1883, was a councillor from 1891-1899 and 1905-1908; and was on the Committee of the Fremantle Fire Brigade. Seated at the right, behind the wheelbarrow, was Albert Newbold (1887-21.04.1936). He later had a fruit and vegetable shop in North Fremantle.Date1903Photograph FormatPhotographDigital ItemYes
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Employees and staff of Fremantle Gas (1903). City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 30/06/2026, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/18158
