This is a list of World War One Soldiers with a connection to Berwick and some to Harkaway. I have included Harkaway because when soldiers listed their address. or that of their next of kin, on their Attestation papers, it was often written as Harkaway, via Berwick. There is an Avenue of Honour at Harkaway and a Memorial Stone. You can read my post on the men and women remembered in this way in Harkaway, here.
Berwick has a War Memorial in High Street, with twenty names of World War One Soldiers, these men are included here. There are three Avenues of Honour in Berwick - one connected to Berwick Grammar School, read about this here; one in Wilson Street and the other one along the Princes Highway, which is known as the Beaconsfield Avenue of Honour. Penny Harris Jennings has researched these men and you can read about them here. In 1916, the Berwick Shire News reported that 23 Berwick Football Club players had enlisted, you can read about these men, here. Some of the people commemorated on these resources are also listed here.
What follows is a long list of men with a connection to Berwick or Harkaway and their Service Number (SN) so you can look up their full service records on the National Archives website,
If I have missed anyone, please let me know. Some of the family information in this post comes from
Backhouse, Nigel A'Beckett Talworth (SN 15084) Nigel enlisted at the age of 28, on June 12, 1916, He was a 'Clerk in Holy Orders' and his address was the Vicarage at Ivanhoe. His role in the A.I. F was Chaplain. He served in Egypt and Palestine and Returned to Australia April 19, 1919. Nigel's next of kin on enlistment was his father, Talworth Backhouse, of Murrumbeena. Nigel's mother was Emily A'Beckett and he was born at the A'Beckett family home, The Grange, at Harkaway. Emily was the daughter of the Honourable William Arthur Callandar A'Beckett, M.L.C., J.P.
Bannan, John Joseph (SN 1126) John was 24 when he enlisted on June 14, 1915 and his wife, Mary Ann, whose address was Berwick, was his next of kin. His occupation was Quarryman, so it is more than possible that he worked at Wilson's Quarry in Berwick. John died of Malaria at the English Hospital in Damascus on October 16, 1918. John is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick. His nephews, John and Kevin Frawley, whose parents had the Iona Hotel at Garfield, were Killed in Action in World Two, you can read about them here.
Barr, Edward John (SN 7440) Edward was 41 years old when he enlisted on July 30, 1917. He had been born in Berwick but was farming at Neerim Junction when he enlisted. His wife, Rachael, was his next of kin. Edward Returned to Australia September 23, 1918 and was discharged on medical grounds - ground shot wound, right knee.
Blackwood, James Allan (SN 33176) James was born in Berwick but was living in Pakenham South when he enlisted on October 25, 1916 at the age of 29. He was a farmer. His next of kin was his mother, Mary Ann Blackwood, also of Pakenham South. James Retuned to Australia July 8, 1919. You can read more about James, here, on the A Century After the Guns Fell Silent: Remembering the Pakenham District's WWI Diggers 1914-1918 website.
Blencowe, Clarence George (SN 6764A) Clarence enlisted on March 7, 1916 at the age of 37. He was a gardener and his next of kin was his wife, Ellen, of Wootton Avenue, Caulfield. He was born in Berwick. Clarence Died of Wounds in France on September 1, 1918 - gun shot wound to the left shoulder.
Bolduan, Leo Alfred (no SN) Leo enlisted in March 20, 1916, at the age of 31, and was rejected due to defective eyesight. He enlisted again on December 4, 1917 and was again rejected on medical grounds. Leo was born in Harkaway to Bernard and Emily (nee Halleur) Bolduan. There is a notation on his enlistment paper that his father had been born in Germany, but was naturalised 'about 50 years ago.' Leo enlisted in the 10 Battalion Volunteer Defence Corps during World War Two and served from March 1942 until October 1944.
Brisbane, Frederick Ernest (SN 3969) Frederick was a 21 year old farmer, born in Berwick, and he enlisted on July 9, 1915. He Returned to Australia April 11, 1916 and was discharged on medical grounds in the August, due to Chronic Laryngitis. Frederick's next of kin was his mother, Mrs G. Forrest of Athlone. Frederick is listed on the Heath Hill Honor Roll, under Frederick Henham - and you can read more about him on my Heath Hill post, here.
Brown, Francis Paterson (SN 38951) Francis was born in Berwick and enlisted on February 23, 1917 at the age of 29. His next of kin was his wife, Edith of Parkville West. Francis Returned to Australia May 20, 1919. Francis' occupation was listed as a grazier and before he enlisted, he was listed in the Electoral Rolls at Monea, near Euroa.
Brown, Morris Rupert (SN 5664) Morris has two enlistment records - one says he enlisted on April 16, 1915 and that he was a 25 year old Clerk. The other says he enlisted on April 26, 1915 and that he was a 26 year old Bank Accountant. His next of kin is his wife, Geraldine, whose address was East Melbourne on the first enlistment and then Port Fairy on the second enlistment. All of this could be correct, it just seems like a lot of activity in ten days. Morris was Killed in Action in France on November 2, 1916. Morris was born in Berwick in 1888 to John and Frances Elizabeth 'Fanny' (nee Barr) Brown. Morris is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
The Berwick War Memorial in High Street
Brown, Oliver (SN 3447) Oliver was born in Berwick and he enlisted in Perth on August 30, 1915. He was a 37 year old Mill Foreman and his next of kin was his mother Kezia Milne of Footscray and later his wife, Agnes, who lived in Western Australia. Oliver was Killed in Action in France May 30, 1916. Oliver had previously served in the Boer War or South African War in the 6th Western Australia Mounted Infantry.
Buchanan, Eric Alexander (SN 1676) Eric was 21 when he enlisted on July 14, 1915. He was a Clerk and his next of kin was his mother, Christina Buchanan, of Station Street, Berwick. Eric Returned to Australia July 23 1919. Eric is listed on the Narre Warren War Memorial (see here).
Burrows, Frederick Bosingham (SN 4760) Fredrick was born in Berwick and enlisted in Western Australia on December 7, 1915. He was 44 years, 11 months old. His occupation was a Miner and his next of kin was his wife, Isabella of West Perth. Frederick Returned to Australia May 4, 1917 and was discharged on medical grounds in the July.
Campbell, Charles Alexander (SN 658) Charles enlisted on December 30, 1915. He was a 30 year old Signwriter. He was born in Berwick and his next of kin was his mother, Rose Campbell on Newtown, Geelong. Charles Returned to Australia May 11, 1919.
Campbell, Colin Keith (SN 1670) Colin, born in Berwick, enlisted on July 13, 1915 at the age of 28. He was a Blacksmith. He was discharged as unfit a month later on August 16, due to an old injury on the right knee. He re-enlisted September 2, 1915 and was accepted. His next of kin was his father, J.H. Campbell of Leongatha. Colin Returned to Australia February 19, 1919.
Cook, Joseph Allen (SN 7214) Joseph was an 18 year old carpenter when he enlisted on October 13, 1916. He was born in Harkaway and his next of kin was his father, Thomas, of Middle Brighton. Joseph was wounded in France - gun shot wound, right hand - and after time in hospital Returned to Australia June 6, 1918 and he was discharged on medical grounds in the August. I wondered how this injury affected his career as a carpenter, but Joseph is listed in the 1934 Electoral Rolls, living at Gladysdale, occupation carpenter, so it appears that he either made a good recovery or adapted well.
Coote, Thomas Hugh (SN 4999) Thomas was born in Ballyjamesduff in Ireland and he was a 19 year old farmer when he enlisted on January 13, 1916. His next of kin was his father, James, of Harkaway.
Thomas Returned to Australia July 31, 1918. He had been wounded in France - a Gun shot wound left shoulder, penetrating chest - and was discharged on medical grounds. This was such a severe injury, I was worried what happened to him after the War, but he was granted a Soldier Settlement farm at Rupanyup, you can read his file on the Battle to Farm website, here. Thomas lived to be 83 years old and died at Rupanyup in 1980. Thomas has a tree in the Harkaway Avenue of Honour, see here.
Cox, Charles (SN 1467) Charles enlisted on December 21, 1914. He was teacher at Berwick Grammar School and 23 years old. His next of kin was his father, Charles, of Manchester, England. He Returned to Australia November 7, 1919. Charles had married Dororthy Poole in England on August 19, 1916, however the marriage ended in Divorce in 1927, due to her 'misconduct' (read the report in The Age, April 27 1927, here) Charles also served in World War Two - he enlisted in September 1942 at the age of 50 and served until January 1944. His occupation when he enlisted this time was a Rubber Chemist.
Crabtree, Walter (SN 242a) Walter enlisted on February 29, 1916 at the age of 27. His occupation was a Driver. His next of kin was his wife, Mabel Annie Crabtree of High Street, Berwick. Walter Returned to Australia August 22, 1919.
Crowle, William Clerk (SN 21687) William was a 26 year old Hairdresser, living at Canterbury Road, Albert Park when he enlisted on July 28, 1917. His next of kin was his father, Samuel Crowle, of the Police Station, Bourke Street West. William Returned to Australia January 5, 1920. His connection to Berwick comes from the fact that he was born there in 1891.
Crowley, John (SN 5989a) John, who was born in Berwick, enlisted on April 13, 1916. He was a labourer of Upper Ferntree Gully and his next of kin was his brother, William, of Blackburn. John Returned to Australia March 10, 1918, when he was discharged - he was considered to be unfit with rheumatism in shoulder and he was also overage - when he enlisted he said he was 35, but he was actually 45, and thus was 47 when he was discharged.
Cupples, Robert James (SN 4346) Robert was born in Winton, in Victoria and was 25 years old and a Labourer when he enlisted on August 26, 1915. His next of kin was his mother, Mrs Sarah Hill, of Wilson Street, Berwick. Robert Returned to Australia January 18, 1919.
Henry and Herbert were brothers, the sons of Thomas and Sarah Dean of Harkaway. They have a tree in the Harkaway Avenue of Honor, you can read more about the brothers,
here.
Deans, Horace Watkins (SN 6991) Horace was born in Berwick, but was living in Yarraville when he enlisted on September 4, 1916, He was a 21 year old grocer and his father, James, who was his next of kin also lived in Yarraville. His next of kin was later changed to his wife Grace, who lived in Footscray. Horace Returned to Australia July 13, 1919.
Dorey, George Augustine (SN 4692) George was 32 years old when he enlisted on April 1, 1916. He had been born in Berwick but was living in Sale when he enlisted and his wife was his next of kin. George Returned to Australia September 4, 1918 and was discharged on medical grounds, suffering from shell shock.
Drummond, William John (SN 2902) William enlisted on January 31, 1916 at the age of 29. He was a baker and his next of kin was his father, William Peter Drummond, of Harkaway. He Returned to
Australia on September 5, 1919. William was granted a Soldier Settlement farm, you can read his file here. There is more information about William and his brother, Daniel, in my Harkaway Avenue of Honour posting, see here.
Duncan, James Ramsay (SN 432) James was born in Berwick and enlisted at the age of 30 on September 28, 1914. He was a Commercial Traveller and his next of kin was his mother, Elizabeth, who lived in Kew. He was sent back to Australia January 1917 'for change' and returned to serve in Egypt in June 1917 and rose to the rank of Lieutenant. James Returned to Australia April 15, 1918 and was discharged as he was suffering from Pulmonary Tuberculosis.
Dutton, Walter (SN 144) Walter enlisted on January 18, 1915. He was a 34 year old Blacksmith, who was born in Lancashire. His next of kin was originally his sister, from England and then his wife, Betsy Dutton of Harkaway. Walter Died of Wounds in France on August 4, 1916.
Ede, Charles Percival (SN 435) Charles enlisted at the age of 21 on August 26, 1914. He was a School Teacher. He was wounded - Gun Shot Wound Right Arm Amputated - and Returned to Australia July 3, 1917.
Ede, Horace (SN 19229) Horace was also a School Teacher and was 21 when he enlisted on December 9, 1916. He Returned to Australia February 28, 1919.
The boys were both born in Berwick to Alfred and Sarah (nee White) Ede. They were both living in Tasmania when they enlisted and their father, who was living in Chatswood in Sydney, was their next of kin.
Edmondson, Alfred (SN 5493) Alfred enlisted on March 4, 1916, he was a 31 year old farmer and his next of kin was his father, John, of Harkaway. Alfred Returned to Australia on July 22, 1917 and was medically discharged in November 1917. Alfred has a tree in the Harkaway Avenue of Honour, see here.
Elmes, Frederick Warre (SN 1254) Frederick was a 39 year old Land Surveyor when he enlisted, in Claremont, Tasmania on May 17, 1915. On November 9, 1919 he married Edith Warden in England. His age was listed as 45 and hers as 33. He was born in 1872, so was actually 43 when he enlisted and 47 when he was married. Frederick Returned to Australia April 19, 1920.
Elmes, Herbert Oliver (SN 1543) Herbert enlisted at the age of 40, on November 30, 1914 in Liverpool, New South Wales. His occupation was Station Hand. Herbert Returned to Australia 'for change' in January 1916 and remained until September 1916. Two months later he was Killed in Action in France on November 5, 1916. Herbert is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick and the Berwick Grammar School Avenue of Honour, see
here.
Frederick and Herbert both had their mother, Sarah Elmes of Berwick, listed as their next of kin. This is in spite of the fact that Herbert was married at the time and living in Sydney. His wife was Angela Mary Hore. The brothers were born in Berwick and their father, Dr Thomas Elmes, practiced in the town. Dr Elmes died in 1893, aged 54.
Notice of the death of Herbert Elmes. It says that he worked for the National Bank and yet his enlistment papers said he was a Station Hand. The 'eldest son' referred to here was Thomas Patrick Elmes, born in 1896. He enlisted March 31, 1916 and had the unusual occupation of 'black and whte artist'.
Herbert's son, Rick, the illustrator.
Espie, Harold (SN 14457) Harold was a Telegraphist in the Victorian Railways when he enlisted on May 30, 1916. He was 26 years old and born in Berwick. His next of kin was initially his father, Robert Espie, of Berwick, then his wife Ada Espie of East Malvern. Harold was Mentioned in Dispatches and Returned to Australia March 22, 1919.
Faragher, Leslie Victor (SN 2624) Leslie was employed by Robert Espie (the father of Harold, above) as a blacksmith before he enlisted on August 2, 1915. He was 28 years old and his next of kin was his father, Thomas, of Drouin. He was Killed in Action in France on May 16, 1916. Leslie is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Fleer, Cyril August (SN 6263) Cyril was an 18 year old farm hand when he enlisted on May 5, 1916. His next of kin was his mother, Martha Fleer, of Harkaway. Cyril suffered from trench feet, a condition caused by prolonged exposure to water in the trenches which led to swollen feet, blisters, ulcers and even gangrene. He Returned to Australia on April 5 1918.
Fleer, Harold Edward (SN 3112) Harold was also 18 when he enlisted on July 12, 1915. Harold Returned to Australia on April 13, 1919.
Fleer, Sydney Douglas Sydney was born in 1900 and also applied to enlist, but presumably the War ended before he was accepted.
Harold, Cyril and Sydney were the sons of Edward and Martha (nee Povey) Fleer of Harkaway. They are on the Harkaway Avenue of Honour.
Fleer, Herbert Stephen (SN 7049) Herbert was born in Berwick and enlisted in Western Australia at the age of 23. He was a farmer. His next of kin was his father, of 'Berwick Farm', East Pingelly, Western Australia. Herbert Returned to Australia July 12, 1919. Herbert was the son of Ernest Charles and Louisa (nee Matthews) Fleer. Herbert was the first cousin to Harold, Cyril and Sydney. Their fathers, Edward and Ernest were the sons of Harkway Lutheran Pioneers Carl Ernst August Fleer (1832-1904) and his wife Emma Metzenthin (1841-1927)
Gardiner, Clarence Eustace (SN 4707)
Gardiner, Ernest Edward (SN 48)
Gardiner, George Peter (SN 4401)
Gardiner, John James (SN 1651)
I have written about the Gardiner brothers and their nephew Frederick Sibert,
here.
Gates, Clarence Bruce Taylor (SN 6801A) Clarence was 19 years old when he enlisted on August 13, 1917. He said he was born February 26, 1898. He was an orchardist and his next of kin was his father, Joseph, of Harkaway. Clarence Returned to Australia July 24, 1919. Clarence also served in the Second World War, enlisting in July 1940 and he said he was born February 26, 1901. He served until January 1942. Clarence was actually born in 1898.
Glismann, John (SN M1023) John was born November 18, 1900 in Berwick and joined the Navy October 11, 1916. He served throughout the War until November 1925 and served again in the Second World War from November 1939 until January 1942. John was the son of Hans and Harriett (nee Audsley) Glismann of Beaconsfield Upper.
Glover, Francis Dean Robert (SN 50059) Francis enlisted on November 24, 1917. He was 19 and his occupation was listed as Station hand and his next of kin was his uncle, George Lyon, of Harkaway. There is a letter in his file, from his mother, Edith Glover, who lived in Sydney asking why she was not listed as his next of kin. George Lyon had signed a paper saying that Francis was adopted by him when he was a child and that Francis' father was dead. He served in France and Returned to Australia January 18, 1919. Francis is on the Harkaway Avenue of Honour.
Grant, George Thomas (SN 2187) George was a 39 year old orchardist when he enlisted on October 28, 1916. His next of kin was his wife, Isabella, of Berwick. George Returned to Australia April 7, 1919. George was granted a Soldier Settlement farm. You can read his file here on the Battle to Farm website.
Greaves, Charles Forrester (SN 13156) Charles enlisted on July 10, 1915 aged 24. Charles Returned to Australia May 6, 1919.
Greaves, Sydney Alexander (SN 6523) Lieutenant Greaves enlisted at the age of 23 on July 16, 1915. He Returned to Australia May 29, 1919.
Charles and Sydney, both born at Berwick, were the sons of of Edwin and Margaret (nee Forrester) Greaves of The Springs, Berwick. Edwin's brother, William, owned Picnic Park at Lyndhurst. The brothers are listed on the Cranbourne Presbyterian Church Honour Board, see here.
Griebenow, William Percy Herman (SN 2832) William was born in Berwick but was living in Orbost at the time of his enlistment on November 26, 1916. He was a 21 year old farmer and his next of kin was his father, William, also of Orbost. William Died of Wounds in France on August 28, 1918.
Grigg, Donald Douglas (SN 85 or 85A) Donald enlisted on March 24, 1915 at the age of 29. He was born in Drysdale, was a farmer and his next of kin was his father Thomas of the Metropolitan Farm, Werribee. Donald Returned to Australia January 2, 1919. The Embarkation Rolls lists his 'address at date of enrolment' as Berwick and he was in the 1916 Electoral Roll at Berwick - living at the Border Hotel (Berwick Inn).
Grimshaw, Thomas Roger (SN 545) Thomas was born in Berwick and enlisted on July 19, 1915 at the age of 18. He was a farm labourer and his next of kin was his mother, Caroline Tripovich, of West Preston. Thomas Returned to Australia April 12, 1916 and was discharged on medical grounds in the June due to Rheumatism. Thomas was granted a Solder Settlement farm, you can read his file, here, on the Battle to Farm website.
Halleur, Clarence (SN 1026) Clarence was 18 years old and a labourer when he enlisted on March 8, 1915. He Returned to Australia April 27, 1919. Clarence is on the Harkaway Avenue of Honour.
Halleur, Edward Roudolph (SN 81269) Edward was 20 years old and a farmer when he enlisted on October 26, 1918. He was discharged a few months later due to the War ending.
Clarence and Edward, both born in Harkaway, also lived in Harkaway and were the sons of Rudolph Ernest and Christina (nee Dugard) Halleur also of Harkaway.
Hawkins, Joseph (SN 2158) Joseph was born in Berwick and enlisted on July 10, 1915 at the age of 29. He was a Boot maker and his next of kin was his father, who lived in Richmond and later his wife Annabella, who lived in Malvern, Joseph Returned to Australia April 8, 1919.
Henderson, Ernest Edward (SN 17) Ernest was a 33 year old Horse Breaker when he enlisted on August 20, 1914. He was born in Berwick, but lived in Inverloch. His next of kin was initially his father. Thomas, then his wife Winifred - both of Inverloch. Ernest Returned to Australia May 8, 1916 and was discharged in the July on medical grounds - Mitral Regurgitation and Sithitis. I haven't been able to find out what Sithitis is.
Henty, Robert Arthur (Lieutenant) Robert enlisted March 9, 1915 in the Remount Unit, which trained and cared for the horses both before they were shipped overseas for military use and overseas. He was a 39 year old grazier and his wife Christian was his next of kin. Robert served in Egypt and Returned to Australia April 27, 1916. Robert was born in Berwick, is listed in the 1909 Electoral Roll at Berwick and the 1914 Electoral Roll at Wonga Park.
Hill, Clarence Juan (SN 550) Clarence was born in England and living in Reserve Street, Berwick when he enlisted on October 11, 1916. He was a 28 year old Labourer and his next of kin was his mother, Mary Hill of St Kilda. Clarence married Margaret Alice Newbold in England on May 10, 1919 and Returned to Australia August 9, 1919.
Hilliar, Henry (SN 552) Henry was a 25 year old Timber Worker, living in Bridgetown, Western Australia when he enlisted on August 19, 1914. He was born in Berwick and his next of kin was his mother, Alice, who lived in Abbotsford. Henry was Killed in Action in France on May 30, 1916. Henry is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Hodgson, Sidney Bertram. Sidney was the son of James Charles Hodgson, who was the Berwick Shire Secretary from 1890 to 1906, and his wife Catherine Fraser. Sidney was born in Berwick in 1891. In 1906 James resigned and the family moved to New Zealand. Sidney enlisted in the New Zealand Expeditionary Force on May 31, 1916 at the age of 25. He lived at Khandallah, a suburb of Wellington and was an accountant. His next of kin was his wife, Florence. Sidney was Killed in Action October 4, 1917. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Sidney Bertram Hodgson
Horne, Charles Hector (SN 643) Charles was born in Berwick and was 21 years old when he enlisted on October 1, 1916. He was a Seaman and his next of kin was his mother, Susan Horne, of Bay Street, Port Melbourne. Charles Returned to Australia May 6, 1919.
Hunt, Charles Victor (SN 5122) Charles enlisted on January 5, 1916. He was a 26 year old Carpenter. He was born in Berwick and his next of kin was his father, John, of Woorinen, near Swan Hill. Charles married Alice Baldwin, a nurse, on March 12, 1917 when he was in England. He Returned to Australia March 5, 1920. Sadly the marriage to Alice was short-lived as she died in 1921 and Charles married Violet Irene Boscowitch in 1923. Charles also served in the Second World War from July 1940 until June 1947.
Irvine, James (SN 78361) James, born in Berwick, enlisted at the age of 44 on November 26, 1914. He was a labourer and his next of kin was his wife, Ada, of Black Rock. He did not serve overseas and was discharged as unfit on January 10, 1916. James enlisted again on July 6, 1918 at the age of 48, but discharged after five days. James' enlistment papers also say that he served in the South African Imperial Light Horse.
Irwin, Horace Mark (SN 967)
Irwin, James Purser (SN 5035)
Irwin, Walter Gray (SN 968)
I have written about the Irwin Brothers,
here.
Jones, David Allan (SN 21752) David enlisted at the age of 26. He was an Orchardist from Berwick and his next of kin was his father, Joshua, also of Berwick. David Returned to Australia August 28, 1919.
Kelly, Francis Louis (SN 3802) Francis was born in Berwick and enlisted on July 17, 1915. He was a 21 year old Bank Clerk. His next of kin was his father, Francis, of Bendigo and later his wife, Eileen, also of Bendigo. Francis Returned to Australia January 30, 1918 and was discharged on medical grounds.
Francis' entry from the Bank of New South Wales Roll of Honour, 1921
Kent, Alfred Ernest (SN 3336).
Kent, Charles Edward ( SN 237)
Kent, Norman Archibald (SN 1009)
The Kents were from Narre Warren and their parents, Anthony and Mary Kent, had arrived in Narre Warren around 1875 and purchased
Granite Park, which they re-named
Oatlands. Alfred and Charles were born in Berwick and Norman in Narre Warren. They are on the Narre Warren War Memorial, and I have written about them,
here.
Keogh, John George Valentine (SN 80406) John was born in Berwick and enlisted on October 14, 1918. He was a 25 year old farmer and his next of kin was his father, John, of East Malvern. John was discharged due to the War ending.
Lorimer, Thomas Ronald (SN 2903) Thomas was an 18 year old Clerk when he enlisted on June 23, 1916. At the time of enlistment he was living in Berwick. His next of kin and his guardian was his Aunt, Mary Lorimer, of South Yarra. Thomas Returned to Australia March 10, 1918 and was discharged due to being unfit - Trench Fever amongst other ailments.
Loveridge, Alfred Ellis (SN 7880) Alfred enlisted on June 15, 1915. He was a 21 year old storekeeper. Alfred was born in 1893 in Berwick to Alfred Ellis and Emma (nee Crean) Loveridge. Alfred Senior established his store in Berwick in 1890. Alfred Returned to Australia May 3, 1919.
Lucas, Keith Mackie (SN 9315) Keith was born in Bright and was an 18 year old student when he enlisted August 18, 1915. His next of kin was his mother, Mary Jane Lucas, of
Kalimna, Harkaway. Keith Returned to Australia April 27, 1919.
Lyall, Edmund Ramsden (SN 3170) Edmund was a Teacher at Berwick State School when he enlisted July 24, 1915. He was 20 years old. His father, John, who was his next of kin was a Teacher at Jindivick State School. Edmund was Killed in Action in France on November 14, 1916. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Report of Edmund Lyall's death
Lyon, Charles Hugh (SN 412). Charles enlisted at the age of 26 on October 13, 1914 in Walebung in Western Australia. Lieutenant Lyon was Killed in Action in Palestine on November 7, 1917. His next of kin was his father, George, of Harkaway. Charles is listed on the Harkaway Avenue of Honour and you can read more about him,
here. Charles is also listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Report of the death of Charles Lyon
Manson, Herbert John Maxwell (SN 2717). Herbert enlisted on August 19, 1916 at the age of 24. He was a Labourer. Herbert was Killed in Action in France on April 27, 1918. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick. Herbert was born in Seymour to John and Mary (nee Ash) Manson in 1892. They were living at Hilldene, near Seymour at the time of Herbert's enlistment. The fact that he is on the Memorial means that he had some connection to Berwick, but they only one I can find is that his medical examination was conducted by Dr Percy Langmore of Berwick on April 3, 1916.
Herbert John Maxwell Manson
Australian War Memorial Photograph H06409
McCann, Harry Clifford Arlington (Lieutenant) Harry enlisted at 19 years of age, on December 29, 1914. His occupation was a Farmer and his next of kin was his father, Harry of Berwick. His father's address later changed to Malmsbury State School. His father was the Head Teacher at Berwick from 1911 until 1917. Harry was Mentioned in Despatches and Returned to Australia June 15, 1919.
McDonnell, John Edward (SN 3193) John was born in Berwick and was an 18 year old Farm Labourer when he enlisted on July 24, 1915. His next of kin was his father, Thomas, of Trafalgar. John Returned to Australia December 18, 1918. John was granted a Soldier Settlement Farm, read his file on the Battle to Farm website, here.
Meyer, Alfred Jonathan (SN 4462) Alfred was a 26 year old Engine Driver when he enlisted on January 12, 1916. He was born in Berwick and his next of kin was his mother, Bertha Meyer, of Elgin Street, Berwick. Alfred was Killed in Action on August 5, 1916 in France. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Mickle, Arthur Clarence (SN 13168) Arthur was born in Berwick and was living in Baker Street, St Kilda when he enlisted on September 5, 1916. He was 25 years old, a Motor Driver and his next of kin was his brother Reginald, of the same address. Arthur Returned to Australia July 23, 1919.
Miller, Alexander Henderson (Lieutenant) Alexander was a 29 year old School Teacher when he enlisted in July 15, 1915. He was born in Berwick and his next of kin was first listed as his father, Alexander Miller of Berwick, and later his wife, Isabella, of East Malvern. Alexander was Killed in Action on September 25, 1917. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Report of the death of Alexander Miller.
Pakenham Gazette & Berwick Shire News October 12, 1917
Mitchell, George Anderson (Lieutenant) George enlisted in the A.I. F. on July 15, 1915. He accepted a commission to the Royal Flying Corps on October 23, 1916 and served until November 11, 1918. George was a 24 year old farmer of Tulliallan, Berwick on enlistment. His next of kin was first listed as his father, Captain James Mitchell of Melbourne and then his wife Mary Ione Mitchell of Beaconsfield. You can read more about Lieutenant Mitchell and Tulliallan, here.
Muir, Douglas Gordon (SN 20) Douglas was born in Berwick. He enlisted at the age of 20 on June 10, 1915. He was a Clerk and his next of kin was his mother, Mary Muir, of Ascot Vale. Douglas married Elsie Marks in England on August 4, 1919 and he Returned to Australia November 7, 1919.
Munro, Robert (SN 6542, incorrectly listed at the NAA as 65421) Robert enlisted on June 5, 1915. He was a 24 year old Quarryman and living in Berwick, so we can assume he was employed at the Wilson Quarry. His next of kin was his wife, Ettie, of Berwick, later of Neilborough. Robert was born in Neilborough, which is north of Bendigo. He Returned to Australia April 13, 1919.
Nash, Alfred Charles Douglas (SN 3127) Arthur, born in Berwick, was a 30 year old farmer when he enlisted on January 26, 1917. His next of kin was his wife, Dora, of East Malvern. Arthur Returned to Australia April 21, 1918 and was discharged as he was suffering from Pulmonary Tuberculosis.
Officer, Roy Arthur (SN 2707) Arthur enlisted on January 16, 1915. He was a 22 year old Motor Driver, born in Horsham and living in Malvern at enlistment. His next of kin was his father, Arthur Edward Officer, of
Minta, Berwick. He Returned to Australia November 22, 1919.
O'Neill, Michael Henry (SN 2970) Michael was born in Berwick and enlisted in Brisbane on August 25, 1916. His occupation was Hotel Runner and his next of kin was his wife, Elizabeth O'Neill, of Paddington, New South Wales. He embarked from Brisbane on October 27, 1916 and deserted at Fremantle and that is the last we hear of him. Elizabeth wrote to the Officer in Charge, Base Records in June 1919 and said that she had not heard from him for some considerable time.
Ogilvie, Alick (SN 1092) Alick enlisted on August 17, 1914. He was a 28 year old painter, born in Berwick. His next of kin was his unnamed mother of Middle Brighton. On October 30, 1918 Alick married Ethel Gertrude Houston in England; in May 1919 he was granted leave to study - book-keeping and marketing. Alick Returned to Australia April 16, 1920.
Ogilvy, Arthur James (Captain) Arthur enlisted on August 17, 1914 with the rank of Captain, He was a 40 year old farmer from Kyogle, New South Wales. Arthur was Mentioned in Despatches and Returned to Australia March 13, 1919.
Ogilvy, James (SN 259 / 423) James was a 29 year old Station hand when he enlisted in South Australia on August 21, 1914. He was Killed in Action in Gallipoli on August 2, 1915. James is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick
Ogilvy, Reginald (SN 2061) Reginald enlisted in Lismore, New South Wales, on August 12, 1915. He was a 37 year old farmer. Arthur Returned to Australia August 11, 1917, suffering from Chronic Bronchitis.
The brothers had their father, James Williamson Ogilvy, of Berwick as their next of kin. James and his wife, Elizabeth Charlotte Howe, had eleven children. The first nine including Arthur (born 1875), Reginald (1879) and James (1885) were all born in Toorak or Caulfield. The last two children, both born in 1890, were born in Berwick, so this gives some indication of when the family moved to Berwick. Sadly, Elizabeth died in 1890, presumably due to child birth at the age of 38. James' occupation in the Electoral Roll was a Farmer.
O'Sullivan, William (SN 3867) William enlisted on June 9, 1915. He was a 27 year old farmer. His next of kin was listed as his cousin, Maude Maynard of South Melbourne. William died of self-inflicted wounds, in France, on July 19, 1916. The Inquiry found that he committed suicide whilst of unsound mind. William is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick. There is nothing in William's Attestation papers which links him to Berwick and his address on the Embarkation Rolls was Capel Street, West Melbourne. There was, however, a William O'Sullivan listed in the Electoral Rolls at Berwick from 1912 until 1915, occupation labourer. The Berwick War Memorial lists him as W. O'Sullivan and there is only one W. O'Sullivan on the Roll of Honour at the Australian War Memorial and this is William.
Paternoster, Frederick Leslie (SN Depot) Frederick was a 20 year old Grocer's Assistant when he enlisted on July 19, 1915. He was born in Berwick and his next of kin was his father, William, of Beaconsfield. He was discharged in the November as unfit due to Sciatica and Muscular Rheumatism.
Paternoster, James Robert (SN 6782) James enlisted on August 20, 1917. He was born in Berwick and was a 42 year old Clerk. His next of kin was his wife Edie, of Harold Street, Hawthorn. James Returned to Australia December 9, 1918.
James and Frederick were uncle and nephew. James, born 1875, was the son of Simon and Eliza (nee Harbrow) Paternoster. Simon opened a general store in Berwick in the 1860s. Simon and Eliza had seven other children, including William Simon born in 1865. He married Sarah Redfern and their son, Frederick Leslie was born in 1895.
Paterson, Alexander Thomas
(Lieutenant Colonel) Alexander enlisted with the rank of Captain on May 1, 1916. He was a 29 year old Manufacturers Agent. His address was Berwick and his next of kin was his father, W.G. Paterson also of Berwick. Alexander rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, was Mentioned in Despatches and received the Distinguished Service Order and the Military Cross. Alexander Returned to Australia August 23, 1919. Alexander was the son of William Golding Paterson, who is listed in the Electoral Rolls as a farmer, and his wife Jane Twyford.
Paul, Ernest Hamilton (SN 4515) Ernest was born in Berwick and was a 22 year old Salesman when he enlisted on January 29, 1916. His next of kin was his mother, Sarah Paul, of Coburg. Ernest Returned to Australia August 27, 1917 and discharged on medical grounds - Psoriasis.
Poole, Gilbert Graham (SN 380) Gilbert was a 19 year old student when he enlisted, in Adelaide, on May 15, 1916. His was born in Berwick and his next of kin was his mother, Grace Mary Poole, of Mount Gambier. Gilbert Returned to Australia November 29, 1919.
Polson, Arthur Ernest (SN 14811) Arthur enlisted on July 16, 1915. He was 22 year old store keeper, born in Berwick and living at Cranbourne. His mother, Mrs S. Polson of Cranbourne was listed as his next of kin and this was later changed to his wife, Edith Alice Polson, of East Melbourne. Arthur Died of Wounds in France on July 10, 1917. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Notice of the death of Arthur Polson
Rankine, Wallis Crossley (SN 5206) Wallis was born in Berwick and he enlisted in New South Wales at the age of 26 on July 14, 1915. He was a Bank Clerk. His next of kin was first listed as his father, Henry, of Geelong and this was later changed to his wife, Ellen Elizabeth 'Nelly' Rankine of various addresses in New South Wales. Wallis was Killed in Action November 5, 1916 in France. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Redfern, Arthur Richard (SN 578) Arthur was born in Berwick. He enlisted on February 19, 1916, at the age of 30. He was a Railway Telegraph Linesman. His next of kin was his mother, Susan Kane, of Richmond. Arthur Returned to Australia June 7, 1918 suffering from Traumatic Neurasthenia.
Reed, Cyril John (SN 4571) Cyril enlisted September 29, 1915. He was a 30 year old store keeper. His father, John, of Newtown, Geelong was listed as his next of kin. Also listed as his next of kin, was his friend, Grace Holland, of the Border Hotel, Berwick. The Border Hotel was also Cyril's address on the Embarkation Roll. Cyril Returned to Australia July 16, 1919.
Reeves, Carlyle (SN 6777) Carlyle enlisted at the age of 18 on September 7, 1915. He was born in Berwick, was 18 years old and a Farm Labourer. His next of kin was his father, Thomas, of Mornington Road, Frankston. Carlyle Returned to Australia April 27, 1919.
Roberts, David (SN 506) David was born in Mirboo North and was a 25 year old Farmer, when he enlisted on September 15, 1914. David died of Enteric Fever at a hospital in England, on September 28, 1915. David is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Roberts, Thomas Edward SN 1505 / 1415) Thomas was born in Mirboo North and enlisted on October 22, 1914. He was a 19 year old Farm Labourer. As we can see in the article below, Thomas also suffered Enteric Fever. Thomas was captured and held as a Prisoner of War in Germany from April 1917 until the end of the War. He Returned to Australia March 2, 1919.
David and Robert were the sons of Stephen and Margaret (nee Tracy) Roberts. They were both living in Berwick when they enlisted.
Death of David Roberts
There is also an extensive obituary of David in The Gippslander & Mirboo Times of
Roberts, Owen (SN 580) Owen was born in Wales and his next of kin was his mother, Jane Roberts, of Carnarvon, Wales. Owen was a 25 year old Farm Labourer when he enlisted on February 19, 1916. His address on enlistment was Ardblair, Berwick. Owen Died of Wounds in France on September 21, 1918.
Robinson, Cyril Thomas (SN 7303) Cyril was born in Berwick and enlisted on October 10, 1916 at the age of 20. He was a farmer, living at Dutson, near Sale. His next of kin was his father, Alfred of the same address. Cyril died of Bronco Pneumonia at a Military Hospital in England on April 24, 1919.
Robinson, Herbert Leonard (SN 6548) Herbert was born in England and enlisted on August 28, 1916. His next of kin was initially his aunt, Mrs Walters, from England and later his wife, Hilda Constance 'Connie' Robinson of Box Hill. Herbert was a 23 year old Farm Hand when he enlisted and his address was 'Minta', Berwick. He was Killed in Action in France on October 4, 1917.
Rogers, Walter James (SN 54976) Walter was an 18 year old Compositor when he enlisted on November 19, 1917. He was an apprentice at Swords Brothers, the owners of the
Dandenong Advertister. Walter's next of kin was his father, James, of Reserve Street, Berwick. He Returned to Australia July 12, 1919.
Seeley, Albert (SN 4321). Albert was born in England and his next of kin was father, who also lived in England. He enlisted on July 15, 1915. He was a 23 year old gardener and his address was Hilton in Berwick. Albert Returned to Australia March 8, 1919. Hilton was the home of Alexander Buchanan Pearson and his wife Mary Jane (nee Wishart). Alexander's occupation in the Electoral Rolls was 'independent means,' wealthy enough to employ a live-in gardener; he was, I believe, the son of William Pearson of Kilmany Park in Gippsland
Shelton, Alfred Gordon (SN 7067) Alfred was living in Berwick when he enlisted on October 19, 1916. He was a 24 year old Labourer, born in Swifts Creek and his next of kin was his father, Robert, also of Swifts Creek. Alfred Returned to Australia January 30, 1918 and was discharged on medical grounds in the September due to being wounded - gun shot wounds to the arm, thigh and back.
Sherriff, Alfred (SN 2994) Alf enlisted on May 23, 1916 at the age of 36. He was born in Berwick, was a farmer from Lang Lang and his next of kin was his wife, Sarah Janet Sherriff (nee Richardson). He Returned to Australia on January 2, 1919. Alf is listed on the Yallock Honour Roll, see
here.
Sherriff, Ernest Herbert (SN 572) Ernest enlisted on October 11, 1916 and was discharged due to being unfit for military service on December 13, 1916. A horse had fallen on him 13 years previous and he could not do any heavy lifting and had frequent gastric disturbances. Ernest was born in Berwick, was a 29 year old Labourer and his next of kin was his wife, Leila. The couple lived in Reserve Street, Berwick.
Arthur and Ernest were the sons of James and Martha (nee Brown) Sherriff.
Shorthouse, Charles Edgar (SN Depot) Surname incorrectly listed as Shorhouse at NAA. Charles was born in Berwick. He enlisted on July 16, 1915 at the age of 33. He was a Veterinary Assistant and his next of kin was his wife, Annie, of East Prahran. Charles was discharged on February 10, 1916 as unfit - Pulmonary Tuberculosis.
Sibert, Frederick John (SN 3482) Frederick was the nephew of the Gardiner brothers and I have written about the family, here. Frederick is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Smith, Clarence John (SN 107) Clarence enlisted on February 4, 1916 at the age of 20. He was a Horse Driver. Clarence was born in Berwick and his next of kin was his father, Alfred, of High Street Berwick, This was later changed to his mother, Hannah. Clarence was Killed in Action in Belgium on June 8, 1917. He is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Report of the death of Clarence Smith
Sykes, Robert Andrew (SN 3935) Robert was born in Berwick. He was a 33 years old and a Farmer when he enlisted on July 14, 1915. His next of kin was his father, Alexander, of St Albans. Robert Returned to Australia November 12, 1916 and was discharged in March 1917 due to Deafness.
Talbot, Richard William (SN 2283) Richard enlisted on May 29, 1915 at the age of 31. He was born in Berwick, was a Labourer and his next of kin was his sister, Mary Faull of Ryanston. Richard was Killed in Action in France on September 4, 1916.
Tetley, Arthur Norman (SN 304) Arthur was born in Sale and enlisted on September 16, 1914. He was a 26 year old farmer. His next of kin was his father William of
Weetwood, Berwick, who later moved to Surry Hills. Arthur died of wounds on August 8, 1915 on board the hospital ship, Delta, off Gallipoli. Arthur is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick.
Tetley, Wilfred Lionel (SN 2657) Wilfred enlisted on December 10, 1917. He was a 31 year old Farmer, born in Wodonga. His next of kin was originally his father, William, but later changed to his wife Agnes of Wangaratta. Wilfred Returned to Australia April 28, 1919.
Arthur and Wilfred were the sons of William and Kate (nee Noyes) Tetley.
Arthur Norman Tetley
Australian War Memorial Photograph H05639
Thomas, William Nicholas Brunton (SN 1410) William enlisted on March 1, 1916 at the age of 21. He was Jam maker. He was born in South Yarra and his next of kin was his mother, Maria Thomas, of Wilson Street Berwick. William Returned to Australia January 24, 1919.
Walker, Leonard Adrian (SN 2257) Leonard enlisted at the age of 18 on May 1, 1916. His occupation was Farm Hand and his next of kin was his mother, Eliza Walker, of Berwick. Leonard Returned to Australia January 15, 1919.
Wallace, Charles John (SN 1522) Charles was born in Hobart. He enlisted at the age of 34 on August 19, 1914. He was discharged December 28, 1917 due to an Inguinal Hernia. Charles re-enlisted on September 6, 1918, this time his age was 42, so he was obviously a bit creative with his age the first time around. Charles embarked on October 2, 1918 for Rabaul and Returned to Australia June 6 1920 for duty in the Department of Native Affairs. His next of kin both times was his mother, Eliza - she was firstly living in Longwarry, but in 1918 her address was Station Street, Berwick.
Warne, Charles Frederick Peneligon (SN 245) Charles enlisted on January 29, 1916 at the age of 42 years, 11 months. He was a painter and his next of kin was his brother, John Warne of Berwick, Charles Returned to Australia December 16, 1917, suffering from Nephritis. He was discharged in March 1918 and died at the Caulfield Military Hospital on June 22, 1918. Charles is listed on the War Memorial in High Street, Berwick
Way, Leslie Gordon (SN 4547) Leslie was a 23 year old farmer when he enlisted on January 20, 1916. His next of kin was his father, Edward, of Harkaway, via Berwick. Leslie Returned to Australia March 31, 1919. He was granted a Soldier Settlement farm, read his file, here.
Webb, George Alexander (SN 4630) George was born in Berwick and enlisted on August 11, 1915. He was a 19 year old Labourer. His next of kin was his father, Joseph, of Penshurst. Just one year after he enlisted, George Died of Wounds in France on August 9, 1916.
White, Charles Albert (SN 3967) Charles was born in Berwick and enlisted on December 15, 1915 at the age of 34. He was a Labourer and his next of kin was his wife, Mrs A.T. White, of Montague Street, South Melbourne. Charles had a few disciplinary issues, spent time in prison in both France and England on four occasions and Returned to Australia November 22, 1919.
Wilson, William (SN Depot 62861) William was born in Berwick. He enlisted at the age of 36 in Western Australia. William was a Blacksmith Striker and his next of kin was his wife, Elizabeth, of Midland Junction, also in Western Australia. William was discharged on October 23, 1918 on medical grounds.
Yates, Charles Egerton (SN 2278) Charles enlisted at the age of 24 on February 29, 1916. Charles was awarded the Military Medal. He Returned to Australia May 11, 1919.
Yates, Thomas Geoffrey (SN 431) Thomas was 21 years old when he enlisted on August 20, 1914. He was a driver. Thomas Returned to Australia October 8, 1918.
The boys were the sons of John Rogers and Jane Elizabeth (nee Low) Yates. John had died in October 1901 in Ballarat. Charles was born in Berwick according to his Attestation paper and Thomas in the 'Parish of Labertouche, near the town of Berwick', which doesn't make sense geographically. However, according to the Victorian Indexes to the Births, Deaths and Marriages, Charles' birth was registered in Drouin and Thomas' in Longwarry (south of Labertouche) which is in the Parish of Drouin West, however their sister Constance was born in Berwick in 1894. I assume the family was living in Berwick sometime in the 1890s. Charles was living at Kangaroo Point, Queensland on enlistment and his next of kin was his mother, listed as Jennie Yates of Ballarat. Thomas was living in South Melbourne when he enlisted and his next of kin was his brother John, of Kangaroo Point.
