HOUSE, 22 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 22 Pearse Street, is a typical fibre cement sheet, weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has some aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area, although its current condition is poor. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area.

Physical Description

House, 22 Pearse Street, is a single storey fibre cement sheet, weatherboard and iron cottage with some elements of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are timber framed clad with fibre cement sheet and weatherboards. Roof is gabled corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under a broken back corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by timber posts. Half of the verandah has been infilled with weatherboard, and a timber framed window. There is a high limestone and lattice front fence. The house is set back and high from the street.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 22 Pearse Street (formerly 22 Mason Street) was built after 1913 although it may contain portions of an older building built in 1890. It was originally part of a larger landholding P46 that was subdivided in the early 1890s by a syndicate comprising William Marmion, James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Lacey and Frederick Monger. The 1890 rate books records a four-roomed cottage on the site, owned by Issac Bolton and occupied by pensioner Patrick Quinn. In 1921, the house was described as a three- roomed iron house. At this time, it was owned and occupied by Henry Storer. Between 1925 and 1935 the house was occupied by Ruth Edwards. Between 1955 and 1961 the owner and occupant was Henry Storer’s widow. Later rate books describe the cottage as being constructed of weatherboard, indicating that it could have been reclad as some stage. A 1940 plan shows the house set well back on the block with a front verandah, with steps and pathway leading to the front of the house. An earth closet was located in the south east corner of the property. The house was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1949. By 1978, the front verandah had been enclosed with a louvered wall. In 1993, the front verandah was permanently enclosed to make a new kitchen and meals area. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, sustainability unknown, not restored). Medium degree of authenticity with some fabric loss. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as poor (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 23 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 23 Pearse Street, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1910s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a very late simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 23 Pearse Street, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are timber framed clad with weatherboards. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by chamfered timber posts. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. The verandah is at ground level and has a brick paved floor behind a low timber fence.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 23 Pearse Street (formerly 23 Mason Street) was built after 1913 for an unidentified owner. The land was originally part of Lot P47, which was granted to a pensioner Guard George Costigan in 1884. The land was then transferred to James Roe (Perth Journalist), George Gallop (Fremantle Clerk) and then to a syndicate comprising William Marmion, James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Lacey and Frederick Monger. The Resident Magistrate of Fremantle, Robert Fairbairn, purchased the lot, although it remained vacant until at least 1913 apart from a small building close to the northern boundary. By 1921 a cottage had been built at 21 Pearse Street, on the land adjacent to this small building. Owned and occupied by Henry Williams, the building was described as a six-roomed weatherboard house. From 1955 to 1961 the place was owned and occupied by the Sperring family. In 1940, the cottage had a front verandah and a weatherboard shed in the back yard, with an earth closed in the northwest corner of the lot. The house was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1954. In 1960, building plans for alterations were submitted to the City of Fremantle but the nature of the alterations is not known. By 1978, the front verandah had been enclosed with an asbestos and louvred wall. This enclosure had been removed by 1994. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 24 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 24 Pearse Street, is a typical brick and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

Single storey (with undercroft parking) brick and iron cottage with an asymmetrical facade, designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The building is elevated from the street level and is larger than the cottages in the immediate surrounding area. Walls are face brick, laid in an English bond. Chimney is brick with rendered corbel details. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate bullnose corrugated iron roof which wraps around the side elevation. Verandah is supported by timber posts with chamfered edges and has a simple timber balustrade. Front elevation was symmetrical originally with a later timber weatherboard addition (verandah infill) to the north side. There is a rendered brick front wall and stair leading up to the verandah. Space under the verandah has been enclosed with weatherboard.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The brick and iron cottage at 24 Pearse Street (originally 24 Mason Street) was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. It was originally part of a larger landholding P46, which was subdivided in the early 1890s by a syndicate comprising William Marmion, James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Lacey and Frederick Monger. The cottage is not shown on an 1897 plan of the area although there was a cottage at the rear of the block. By 1913, there were two cottages on the block. In 1921, the house was described as a seven-roomed brick house and was owned and occupied by Frank Coe. The Coe family retained ownership and occupied the house until at least 1961. (This house could be an amalgamation of the two earlier cottages; however this has not been verified.) In 1940, the house was the largest in the street with a verandah on the front, back and half of one side. A water tank was located close to the back of the house and a galvanised iron shed was located in the back yard. A path gave access to the block of land adjacent to the back boundary. This lot faced Jewell Parade and contained a galvanised iron shed with a small veranda. The house was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1949. By 1978, the front verandah had been enclosed with a wall of louvers and cladding. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored, reversable sympathetic side extension). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 26 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 26 Pearse Street, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 26 Pearse Street, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The building is elevated from the street level. Walls are timber framed clad with ashlar effect patterned weatherboards. Chimneys are brick with simple brick details. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by timber posts with decorative brackets and a timber balustrade. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. There is a recent timber stair leading up to the verandah. The under croft of the verandah has been enclosed with double glass doors on one side of the central stairs and timber on the other.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 26 Pearse Street (formerly 26 Mason Street) was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. The cottage is closely related to the adjacent property at 28 Pearse Street. They are located on the same lot and their plan and orientation on the block suggest that they were built at the same time. (The cottage was constructed on the site of a two-roomed cottage built c. 1892 for William Thomas and occupied by labourer, Robert Pearson. A 1913 Metropolitan Sewerage and Water Plan shows the current buildings and no evidence of the earlier cottages at 26 and 28 Pearse Street.) Described as a six-roomed wood house in 1921, owners of 26 Pearse Street include: H Ball (1921-23), Joseph Sweetman (1924-25), Isabella Wilkinson (1925-35), Mrs Orlean Major (1955-74). The occupants include Joseph Sweetman (1921-23), Frederick White (1927-29), Henry Storer (1930-33), Orlean Major (1955-74). Owners and occupiers from 1982 to 1995 were John and Fern Showell. From 1927 onwards the cottage was described as a five-roomed wood house. In 1940, the cottage had front and rear verandahs, a copper located close to the back verandah and an earth closet located in the northeast corner of the lot. The cottage was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1949. By 1979, the front verandah had been enclosed with a wall of asbestos and louvres. This had been removed and replaced with a timber balustrade by 1994. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, partially restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as fair (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 28 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 28 Pearse Street, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 28 Pearse Street, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The building is elevated from the street level. Walls are timber framed clad with ashlar effect patterned weatherboards. Chimneys are brick with simple brick details. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by timber posts. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door with top and side lights. There is an original rendered brick wall and stair leading up to the verandah.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 28 Pearse Street (formerly 28 Mason Street) was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. The cottage is closely related to the adjacent property at 26 Pearse Street. They are located on the same lot and their plan and orientation on the block suggest that they were built at the same time. (The cottage was built on the site of a two-roomed cottage built c. 1892 for William Thomas. A 1913 Metropolitan Sewerage and Water Plan shows the current buildings and no evidence of the earlier cottages at 26 and 28 Pearse Street.) Described as a five-roomed wood house in 1921, owners of 28 Pearse Street include Isabella Wilkinson (1921-1935), Reginald Wilkinson (1955-74), Geoffrey Jacob (1981-90), Stuart MacNeilage (1990-91) and Simon Duncan and James Alpers (1991-95). In 1940, the cottage had a verandah on the front and a small galvanised iron addition at the rear of the building. In the back yard were two large galvanised iron sheds and an earth closet. The cottage was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1950. By 1978, the front verandah had been enclosed with a wall of asbestos and louvres. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, not restored) High degree of authenticity with most original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as poor to fair (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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FORMER HALL, 3 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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Former Hall, 3 Pearse Street, is a stone, brick and iron former hall building dating from 1900. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is an unusual building style for the surrounding residential area of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a social meeting place for North Fremantle. The place demonstrates elements of the Federation Warehouse style of architecture.

Physical Description

Two storey stone, brick and iron former hall, now studio, with symmetrical facade designed with elements of the Federation Warehouse style of architecture. Walls are limestone with face brick quoins and reveals. Roof is gabled corrugated iron with no eaves. Front elevation is symmetrical with two semi circular windows and a central front door. There is a high level circular window with a circular and an arched contrasting rendered bands surrounding it. This elevation is a parapet gable end with timber louvers to the top section of the gable. The former hall is set forward with the edge of the building set on the front boundary line. The side elevation has arched openings with face brick quoining, reveals and shallow buttresses. There is a dormer window to the north. A brick and lattice is located to the north of the former hall set back from the front elevation.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many of the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The limestone, brick and iron hall at 3 Pearse Street was built in 1900 as Albert Hall. It is speculated that it was named after Queen Victoria’s husband, Albert the Prince Consort. It has not been identified who owned the building at the time of construction although sources suggest that it was built by local landowner, Frederick Mason, for community purposes. The hall was used for a variety of purposes including; balls, boxing matches, church social activities, and the Scots Church also held services in the hall. It has also been claimed that it was used as a ‘Druid’s Church’. It also accommodated St Mary’s Church activities until 1904, when the Church built their own hall in Jewell Street. In 1921, Vulcan Engineering Co. occupied the building and the following year, it was vacant. From 1923 to at least 1949 the place was used as a billiard room. In 1940, the place had a rear verandah and a galvanised iron addition at the rear of the building. The owners of the place from 1955 to 1961 were Unmack and Cullen and the occupier was Leonard H Arnott. During this period, the building was recorded in the Rate Books as a shed and dwelling. The building was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1958. Between 1964 and 1968, the property was owned by Ivy and Leonard Arnott and occupied by Hugh O’Brien. In later years, the place was described as a storeroom (not a dwelling). From 1972 to 1986, Barry and Patricia Martin owned the place. In 1987, the place became known as the Pearse Street Pottery and was owned by Robert Cripwell. In 1993, new owners Paula and Walter Tolley undertook major additions to create a home, studio and gallery. works included the addition of a mezzanine floor, family dining room and laundry. The material used in the addition included salvage items from Fremantle buildings. In 2004, the place is used as a residence. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - PURPLE -of architectural and historic significance in its own right.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium to High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). Medium degree of authenticity with some alteration to the fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 30 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 30 Pearse Street, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 30 Pearse Street, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The building is well elevated from the street level. Walls are timber framed clad with ashlar effect patterned weatherboards. Chimney is rendered brick with simple brick details. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate roof currently without cover. Verandah is supported by timber posts. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. The house is brightly painted. There is a later added undercroft parking area beneath the verandah and front of the house. There is side timber stair leading up to the verandah.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 30 Pearse Street (formerly 30 Mason Street) was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. It was originally part of a larger landholding that was subdivided in 1890 by a syndicate comprising William Marmion, James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Lacey and Frederick Monger. In 1890, W Thomas owned the vacant lot. The building is not shown on an 1897 plan of the area, but appears on a 1913 plan of the area. In 1921, the place was described as a five-roomed weatherboard house, owned by Mary Seal and occupied by Alfred W Seal. The Seal family owned and occupied the house until 1955 when it was transferred to John and Eunice Teague. The form and location of this house suggest that it may have been built by the same owners of 26 and 28 Pearse Street. They are similar in design and location on the block. In 1940, the place had a galvanised iron shed in the back yard and an addition to the back of the house. Pathways were well defined in the back yard and a water tank was located close to the house. In 1978, the front verandah was enclosed with a wall including a row of louvers. A low brick wall marked the front boundary of the property. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, partially restored, some alterations). Medium to high degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as fair (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 32 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 32 Pearse Street, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 32 Pearse Street, is a single storey weatherboard and corrugated iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The building is well elevated from the street level. Walls are timber framed clad with ashlar effect patterned weatherboards. Chimney is brick with simple brick details. Roof is hipped and clad with recent corrugated iron with no eaves. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. There is a brick and concrete stair leading up to the verandah. There is a two storey addition to the rear, with Colorbond walls. The undercroft to the verandah at one side has been enclosed to make a room.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 32 Pearse Street (formerly 32 Mason Street) was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. It was originally part of a larger landholding that was subdivided in the early 1890s by a syndicate comprising William Marmion, James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Lacey and Frederick Monger. In 1921, the place was described as a five roomed weatherboard house and was owned by Louisa Kemp and occupied by Charles Kemp. Between 1925 and 1933, the place was owned by Robert Ruggers and occupied by a tenant. In 1934/5, the place was owned by Mary Slab and occupied by Florence Bell. Between 1955 and 1961 the place was owned and occupied by Wilfred H. Squibb. The house is positioned well to one side of the block and by 1940 an asbestos garage had been built close to the front boundary. It was one of the few in the street. At this time, the house had a verandah at both front and back, with a galvanised iron addition on the rear wall. An earth closet was located in the back yard and the back boundary of the property was a solid wall. By 1978, the front verandah had been enclosed with a wall of asbestos and louvers. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability,being restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as poor to fair - currently being conserved (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 34 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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House, 34 Pearse Street, is a typical weatherboard and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 34 Pearse Street, is a single storey weatherboard and iron cottage with symmetrical facade (the cottage has a two storey weatherboard and iron addition to the rear) designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The building is elevated from the street level. Walls are timber framed clad with ashlar effect patterned weatherboards. Chimney is brick with simple brick details. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by timber posts. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door with top and side lights. This place contains a limestone feature. This feature is the remnants of a limestone wall to the front boundary. There is a new timber stair leading up to the verandah.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many of the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 34 Pearse Street (formerly 34 Mason Street) was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. it was originally part of the larger landholding subdivided in the early 1890s. In 1921, the cottage was described as a five roomed weatherboard house and was owned and occupied by George Fruin. The Fruin family owned the place until c. 1955, when it was transferred to Mrs L E Jacobs and occupied by Arthur Jacobs. In 1940, the cottage had verandahs at the front and rear, and an addition across half the back of the house. A retaining wall was located lose to the back of the house. Two water tanks were located close to the house and paths were well defined in the back yard. By 1979, the front verandah had been partially enclosed. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored, sympathetic rear extension). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 36 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 36 Pearse Street, is a typical brick and asbestos tile single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

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House, 36 Pearse Street, is a single storey brick and asbestos tile cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are rendered painted brick. Roof is hipped asbestos "slate" tiles with no eaves. Verandah is under broken back roof of same material. Verandah is supported by round steel posts. Front painted and rendered brick. Chimney is brick with simple brick details. Elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows with rendered sills and a central front door. The verandah is concrete with a wrought iron balustrade, which forms the front boundary.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The weatherboard and iron cottage at 36 Pearse Street (formerly 36 Mason Street) was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. It was originally part of a larger landholding that was subdivided in the early 1890s by a syndicate comprising William Marmion, James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Lacey and Frederick Monger. In 1890, W Thomas owned the vacant land. In 1921, the cottage was descried as a four-roomed weatherboard house and was owned and occupied by Emily Worth. She owned the property until at least 1935. Between 1955 and 1961 the property was owned and occupied by Mrs Annie Ford. Her husband, Henry Ford, had owned the property prior to 1955. In 1940, the cottage had verandahs at the front and back. In the back yard was a weatherboard shed and earth closet. A retaining wall formed one of the boundaries of the lot. The cottage was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1954. In 1979, the front façade of the house was largely unmodified. By 1981, another house had been built on the vacant land next to this cottage. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Moderate degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, partially restored, some loss of fabric and previous unsympathetic alterations). Moderate degree of authenticity with basic original fabric remaining.Some loss of fabric. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as fair to good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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DUPLEX, 4 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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Duplex, 2 - 4 Pearse Street is a typical stone and iron single storey cottage duplex dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

2-4 Pearse Street is a single storey stone and iron duplex pair with overall symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Number 2 and 4 have limestone walls with face brick quoins and reveals. The roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. There are two face brick chimneys with brick corbelling. The verandahs are under a separate corrugated iron bullnose roof and are supported by decorative chamfered timber posts. Front elevation is symmetrical with a timber sash window and a front door to each side. The duplex is set forward with the edge of the verandahs set on the front boundary line. There are no fences to the front boundary.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many of the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The stone, brick and iron duplex at 2-4 Pearse Street was built in 1896 for an unidentified owner. It was originally part of lot P41, which was granted to Private John Cody of the Pensioner Guards in 1884. In a succession of transfers the land was owned by journalist James Roe of Perth, clerk George Frederick Gallop of Fremantle then the syndicate named above. In 1887, it was transferred solely to William Edward Marmion who subdivided the lot in 1890. Lt 4 of P41 that subsequently became 2-4 Pearse Street was vacant in 1895 but the building is shown on an 1897 plan. It is not known if Marmion still retained ownership of the place when the building was constructed. Between 1921 and 1935 the building was owned by Charles Chapman and the duplex halves were leased to tenants. No rates records are available for 1935 and 1954. In 1955, the property was owned by Angelo Stone and remained in the family untill 1977. The duplex remained under single ownership until 1995 when available records cease. The form of the building in 1940 remained similar to that on a 1913 plan of the site. The building had verandahs across the front façade and laundries and water closets were located near the rear boundary. The building was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1955. By 1979, the front verandahs of each duplex half had been enclosed with brick. The building had major additions in 1986 during the ownership of Michael Patroni and Eve Jansen. The additions included new kitchen, living areas and wet areas at the rear of the buildings. These additions replaced asbestos additions that had previously existed at the rear of the building. In 2004, the place is used as a residence. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Number 2 and 4 High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, partially restored). High degree of authenticity with most original fabric remaining (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition of number 2 is assessed as good.Condition of number 4 is assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE (DEMOLISHED), 40 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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HOUSE, 5 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 5 Pearse Street, is a typical stone and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 5 Pearse Street, is a single storey stone and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are painted limestone with painted brick quoins and reveals. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves and a centre gablet. Verandah is under separate bullnose corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by turned timber posts with decorative timber brackets. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. The house is set forward with the edge of the verandah set on the front boundary line and timber picket fence running along this line.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many of the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The stone and iron cottage at 5 Pearse Street was built between 1897 and 1913 for an unidentified owner. The land was originally part of Lot P40, which was subdivided in 1891. Annie Glasson owned and occupied the four-roomed stone house from 1921 to 1935. In 1955, when the available records recommence, the property was owned and occupied by Fenis Teteris. In the same year the property was transferred to Michael Formato. He owned and occupied the property until 1961. Further research is needed to determine the subsequent owners and occupants. In 1940, the house’s simple square plan form was consistent with its original design. By this time, a small galvanised lean-to had been added on to the centre of the rear wall. A separate weatherboard building was located close by with a water tank and small galvanised iron addition. At the rear of the block was an earth closet. The cottage was connected to the mains sewerage system in 1954. In 1978, the front façade of the cottage showed little modification. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 8 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 8 Pearse Street, is a typical stone and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 8 Pearse Street, is a single storey stone and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are painted limestone with painted brick quoins and reveals. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. There is a tall rendered and face brick chimney. Verandah is under broken back bullnose corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by chamfered timber posts. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door. The house is down from the street level and there is a rendered brick and timber picket fence running along the front boundary line.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many of the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The stone and iron cottage at 8 Pearse Street was built c. 1891 for mason, George Potter. (The land was part of the large land holding subdivided by the syndicate named above.) As Potter was a mason it is possible that he built the home four-roomed cottage himself. George Potter died in 1892 and his wife is recorded as being the owner-occupier of the cottage until 1895 when records cease. In 1921, the cottage was recorded as a five room stone house owned by William Nunn and occupied by Augustus Wych. It is likely that this is the same cottage a comparison of plans dated 1897, 1913 and 1940 shows that the external form of the cottage did not change during this time. In 1940, the building had verandahs at the front and rear with a water tank located close to the back of the house. A galvanised iron shed was located to the rear of the property and a water closet was located close by on the rear boundary. By 1979, the building had been enclosed with a high fence obscuring any view of the cottage from the street. A photograph dated 1979 shows a sign marked ‘Ross Refrigeration’ at the front of the property, indicating that the building was used for non-residential purposes at this time. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, partially restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as fair (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 9 PEARSE STREET

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10976 Pearse Street Precinct

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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House, 9 Pearse Street, is a typical stone and iron single storey cottage dating from the 1890s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical building stock located within the residential areas of North Fremantle. Historically significant as a representation of typical workers' houses in the North Fremantle area. The place is a simple example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

House, 9 Pearse Street, is a single storey stone and iron cottage with symmetrical facade designed as a late example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. Walls are painted limestone with rendered brick quoins and reveals. Roof is hipped corrugated iron with no eaves. Verandah is under separate bullnose corrugated iron roof. Verandah is supported by chamfered timber posts with decorative timber brackets. Front elevation is symmetrical with two timber sash windows and a central front door with side lights. There is a medium height limestone and timber picket fence to the front boundary.

History

The majority of Pearse Street was created as part of a circa 1890 subdivision by William Edward Marmion of Fremantle and James Grave, Edward Keane, Edmund Gilyard Lacey and Frederick Charles Monger Perth. The subdivision occurred when North Fremantle was experiencing rapid development and there was a demand for inexpensive housing close to industry and the railway line. Originally called Mason Street after local land developer and jeweller, Frederick Mason, the street was renamed Pearse Street in 1922/23 (only a year after Mason died) in recognition of George Pearse, Fremantle Councillor (1875-1881) and founder of the Pearse shoe and boot factory in Swan Street. Many the street’s original occupants were working people who had jobs in nearby industries. Homes were modest in scale of brick, stone or weatherboard. Many of the buildings were owned by absentee landlords who leased the cottages to long and short-term tenants. The street has suffered from a poor reputation during its life, at one time known colloquially as ‘Pong Alley’. The short, narrow street has remained a residential street since its formation. The stone, brick and iron house at 9 Pearse Street (formerly 9 Mason Street; ‘Wynstone’) was built in 1896 for an unidentified owner. It was originally part of Lot P40 that was subdivided in 1891. Lot 22 of P40 was owned by Edward Marmion, a Fremantle merchant and member of the Legislative Council and Assembly. In 1921, ownership and occupancy of the six-roomed stone house passed from William Leyshon (engine driver) to Thomas Scott Macliver (marine signalman). Macliver was married with six children and the family lived at the cottage. Macliver died in 1934 and the family stayed in the house until the following year. The Macliver family referred to the cottage as ‘Wynstone’. Records are not available for the period between 1935 and 1955. Between 1955 and 1960 the property was owned by Edith Richardson and occupied by Harold Thompson. Thompson subsequently became the owner and occupier of the house from 1960 to 1964. Dorothy Thompson owned and occupied the house from 1968 to 1974. Subsequent owners have also occupied the house; Barbara Ann Bishop (1976-1980), Jane Mitchell Leahy (1980-1986), John and Donna Walker (1986-1988), Sarah Watson (1988-1990) and Sarah Watson and Ian Jenkins (1990-1995). In 1940, the house had an asbestos garage joined to the house on the front boundary. The house had a galvanised iron addition across the rear and a weatherboard shed was located in the back yard. The house was connected to mains sewerage system in 1949. The house was extended to the rear and the roof replaced in the 1980s. In 1995, the house received further modifications with the addition of a new dining room, living room and kitchen. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE (DEMOLISHED), 2 PHYLLIS STREET

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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DEMOLISHED. Retained on MHI for historical information only.

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Phyllis Street is a small residential street located near the Swan River. It was originally called Davies/Davis Street and although the change of name to Phyllis Street was recorded in the 1918 Post Office Directory, it did not appear on the North Fremantle rate records until 1924. In 1939, Phyllis Street was recorded as a limestone track with only a few houses on the southern side of the street. There were two houses on the north side of Phyllis Street by 1947 (according to aerial photographs). They were located on what is now No. 4 Phyllis Street and No. 16 Phyllis Street. The Lot where present day No. 2 Phyllis Street is located, was vacant. Between 1985 and 1995 both the c1940s houses were demolished and the present day Nos. 2 & 4 were built. By 1999, No. 16 was built, with No.14 behind.

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HOUSE (DEMOLISHED), 4 PHYLLIS STREET

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DEMOLISHED. Retained on MHI for historical information only.

History

Phyllis Street is a small residential street located near the Swan River. It was originally called Davies/Davis Street and although the change of name to Phyllis Street was recorded in the 1918 Post Office Directory, it did not appear on the North Fremantle rate records until 1924. In 1939, Phyllis Street was recorded as a limestone track with only a few houses on the southern side of the street. There were two houses on the north side of Phyllis Street by 1947 (according to aerial photographs). They were located on what is now No. 4 Phyllis Street and No. 16 Phyllis Street. The Lot where present day No. 2 Phyllis Street is located, was vacant. Between 1985 and 1995 both the c1940s houses were demolished and the present day Nos. 2 & 4 were built. By 1999, No. 16 was built, with No.14 behind.

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HOUSE, 6 PHYLLIS STREET

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

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DEMOLISHED. Retained on MHI for historical information only. Aerial photographs show that the house was demolished between Feb 2009 and March 2010. Description as at 2005: Tiled roof. Asymmetrical plan with gable over projecting room. Window hood over front window. Simple gable detailing. Lead light casement windows to recessed front room.

History

Phyllis Street is a small residential street located near the Swan River. It was originally called Davies/Davis Street and although the change of name to Phyllis Street was recorded in the 1918 Post Office Directory, it did not appear on the North Fremantle rate records until 1924. In 1939, Phyllis Street was recorded as a limestone track with only a few houses on the southern side of the street. House, 6 Phyllis Street was a timber house constructed in 1950. Storeman, John Alfred Onley was recorded as the owner in 1953 and he retained ownership until 1981. In 1965, a sleep out was built at the back of the house and one of the side windows relocated. Aerial photographs show that the house was demolished between Feb 2009 and March 2010.

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The Hospital Silos were built in 1943 by the Australian Wheat Board to fumigate stockpiles of wheat prior to shipment. Constructed was funded by the Federal Government and formed part of that government's emergency measures during World War Two. The Hospital Silos played an important role in Western Australia’s coastal defence network during World War Two. A Signal Station was established on top of the Hospital Silos by the Department of the Interior for shipping surveillance purposes. The Station was operated by personnel from the Women’s’ Royal Australian Navy Services and the Australian and United States Navies from June 1944 to December 1945. The Hospital Silos were taken over by Co-operative Bulk Handling Limited in 1947 and operations in the area were expanded with the construction of three horizontal grain storage sheds. The horizontal sheds were replaced with a bank of 48 vertical silos in 1964. CBH has been Western Australia’s sole handler of wheat since 1933. The silos complex has social value due to the memories associated with the landmark qualites of the place which were associated with its scale, location and architectural sytle. The silos also contribute to the social history of the Port and the intangible valued derived from the people who managed and operated the silos from the 1940s until closure in 1998.

Physical Description

Demolished Refer to the Heritage Council of Western Australia's assessment documentation for further information.

History

Demolished in 2000, the site comprised the Hospital Silos, constructed in 1943 by the Australian Wheat Board, and CBH Silos, constructed by Co-Operative Bulk Handling in 1964. World War Two seriously hindered shipping schedules to and from Australia, and while wheat production continued throughout the war, emergency bulkheads had to be constructed to hold the huge grain surplus. In 1943, the Australian Wheat Board, which had recently been established under the Emergency Services Act (Cwth) 1939, raised major concerns that the emergency depots at Fremantle, Bunbury and Geraldton would be a breeding ground for weevils. Financed by the Federal Government, the Board constructed a hospital silo at Fremantle. The silo held 8,500 tons and its purpose was to fumigate grain prior to shipment. In the same year, the Australian Navy moved its Port War Signal Station from Cantonment Hill to the top of the Hospital Silo, where facilities had been provided in construction. The silo provided commanding views of Gage Roads, Cockburn Sound and Fremantle Harbour. Accommodation included a large lookout area, teleprinter, wireless and telephone rooms, toilets and rest rooms for both male and female personnel, as well as a small kitchen. The secret Station was manned by the Women’s Royal Australian Naval Services and operated from June 1944 to the end of 1945. Personnel worked in 24 hour shifts, monitoring shipping movements and sending signals to coastal defence ports. Two United States Navy personnel shared the station, with either man on duty at all times. In 1994 and again in 1999, former WRANS and RAN personnel celebrated the anniversary of the opening of the Signal Station by returning to the site to share memories. After World War Two, the State Government and the Australian Wheat Board constructed a four loader shipping gallery to connect the hospital silo to the wharf, making the shipping of grain more efficient. Changes in the wheat industry in the 1920s led to the establishment of Cooperative Bulk Handling Limited (CBH Ltd) in 1933. CBH took over the existing leases and plants for bulk handling wheat operated by Western Australian Farmers Ltd and the Trustees of the Wheat Pool of Western Australia. Following a Royal Commission into the operation of the wheat industry in 1935, CBH’s monopoly on the handling of wheat in Western Australian was formalised under the Bulk Handling Act (WA). The number of bulk handling railway sidings doubled the following year. It soon became obvious that the storage facilities at the three major ports of Fremantle, Bunbury and Geraldton were inadequate to handle the amount of wheat. At Fremantle, a former wool shed at Leighton Beach was converted for use as a grain terminal after the Fremantle Harbour Trust refused CBH’s plans for a £200,000 wheat shipping terminal. The shed was extended the following year. The company was successful in building the first vertical grain silos at Bunbury the following year. In May 1947 CBH took over the State-owned shipping gallery at North Fremantle and was also given control of the Australian Wheat Board’s silos and conveyor system. In 1951, the company prepared plans for a bulk handling system at North Quay to handle the storage and shipping of oats for the West Australian State Voluntary Oats Pool and barley for the West Australian Barley Marketing Board. The following year, three horizontal grain sheds were built to feed the hospital silo. Due to the rapid increase in wheat production in the 1950s, CBH decided to modernise the Fremantle facility and in 1957, entered extended negotiations with the Fremantle Harbour Trust for expanded facilities at North Fremantle. Work on a new grain terminal at North Quay commenced in 1961, but heavy winter rains delayed construction during 1962 and 1963. Comprising 48 vertical cells, the new terminal commenced operation on 18 May 1964 and was officially opened by Premier, David Brand MLA, on 14 September 1964. Designed by Consulting Engineers MacDonald Wagner & Priddle of Sydney, the Fremantle grain terminal was constructed at a cost of £3,250,000 and had the capacity to store 4,000,000 bushels of grain. The new facility also included provisions for cleaning, fumigating, aerating, weighing and bagging wheat as well as dust control measures. Grain was delivered by road or rail to the north west side of the terminal. It was then put into hoppers and tipped into the underground conveyor system, where it was transported to the Elevator Tower and treated with malathion for insect infestation. The grain was then transported through a system of elevators to the roof level of the two banks of silos and was stored in the vertical cells. Blending, cleaning and weighing were carried out in the Elevator Tower prior to transfer by conveyor to ships. The entire operation was monitored and controlled by personnel in the Control Room. The Fremantle Grain Terminal remained the centre of CBH’s export of wheat up to 1976, when work was completed on the company's huge new grain terminal at Kwinana. Following completion of a new Metropolitan Grain Centre in the Forrestfield Marshalling Yards in 1997/98, the silos at North Fremantle became obsolete. The last grain was delivered to the terminal in June 1998. CHB transferred the buildings to the Fremantle Port Authority the following the month and the Transfer Galleries were demolished to make way for container cargo. As part of rationalisation of North Quay to cater for the expanding container trade, the 1964 Silos and Hospital Silos were demolished in 2000 despite community lobbing to save them. The Minister for Heritage did not accept the Heritage Council of Western Australia’s recommendation to enter the entire complex in the Register of Heritage Places. A subsequent recommendation to enter the Hospital Silos alone was also rejected. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. Refer to the Heritage Council of Western Australia's assessment documentation for further information.

Condition

Demolished

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Swan Hotel

Parent Place or Precinct

03794 North Fremantle Town Centre Precinct

Values

• The place Has significant aesthetic value as a fine example of a substantial brick building in the Inter War Free Classical style.
• The place has landmark value on one of the main points of entry into Fremantle.
• The place has associations with the development of Fremantle dating from the nineteenth century.
• A hotel has operated on the site since 1888.

Physical Description

The MI states: ‘The existing hotel is of brick construction, built on limestone foundations, and with a terracotta tiled roof. The two main façade[s] of the hotel feature some very accomplished decorative stucco work, including two ‘swan’ emblems, similar to those which appeared on the parapets of the old hotel. There is a timber verandah to the rear of the hotel.’ The Queen Victoria Street and south elevations have brick verandahs.

History

The MI states: ‘There have been two hotels on the site currently occupied by the Swan Hotel. The Swan Hotel first appeared in the 1888 Council ratebook with the owner listed as Frederick Mason. The old hotel was strategically positioned beside the road just to the north of what was then the only river crossing downstream of Perth, a timber bridge built by convicts in 1867. However, the old hotel was apparently destroyed by fire and replaced by the one which exists today. On 21 December 1922, the West Australian Mining, Building and Engineering Journal reported the near completion of the construction of the new hotel. The architects were Messrs Eales and Cohen and the builder was probably R. Rennie.’ The place continues to be used as a hotel in 2003.

Integrity/Authenticity

Integrity- High Authenticity- Moderate

Condition

Good

Uses

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22385 North Fremantle Precinct

Statement of Significance

Swan Hotel is a brick and tile two storey hotel building dating from the 1920s. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and strong landmark qualities. The place is a fine example of the Federation Free Style of architecture.The place is of historic value as the site of a hotel since 1888, strategically located near the North Fremantle Traffic Bridge. The original hotel was built for local identity and land developer, Frederick Mason and was later taken over by the Swan Brewery. When the original hotel burnt down, the Swan Brewery had a replacement hotel buit to a design by Eales and Cohen, architects, and it is a good example of their work during the interwar years. The place has social significance as a popular meeting venue for the local North Fremantle community, including workers from the nearby port and related industries.

Physical Description

Swan Hotel is a two storey brick and tile hotel building with symmetrical facade designed as an example of the Federation Free Style of architecture. Walls are brick with extensive rendered banding and details in strongly contrasting colours. The two main facades of the hotel feature some very accomplished decorative stucco work, including two 'swan' emblems, similar to those which appeared on the parapets of the old hotel. The foundations are limestone. The roof is a complex hipped and gabled terracotta tiled roof with red brick chimneys with decorative rendered elements.There is a timber verandah at the rear of the hotel. Architecturally, the hotel shows the continuing influence of the late Victorian "Italianate' or 'Free Classical' style which started in Fremantle about 1900, became popular for public buildings designed by the Public Works Department and was characterised by the red tuck-pointed brick with stucco mouldings imitating stone dressings. The expression of broad expanses of tiled roofs on the hotel and the general impression of solidity, even heaviness, is particularly characteristic.

History

Strategically located near the North Fremantle Traffic Bridge, local identify Frederick Mason had a hotel built on Lot P28 in the 1880s. The Swan Brewery purchased the property in 1889 and J Bick was resident as publican. According to the Rate Books, Bick purchased the property in 1892 and continued to operate the hotel himself until 1895, when Frederick Pamment is recorded as the publican. It appears from the Rate Books that the hotel had reverted to the ownership of the Swan Brewery by the early 1920s. William J Borwick was the publican of the 15-roomed hotel in Victoria Avenue (Queen Victoria Street) at this time. The hotel was rebuilt after a fire burnt down the original c. 1922. The replacement hotel was designed by architects Eales and Cohen for the Swan Brewery. (Possibly built by Richard Rennie). A sewerage plan dated 1940 shows the brick hotel with a closed brick verandah along Swan Street, and verandahs along Stirling Highway (Queen Victoria Street) and to the rear. Other buildings on the site were a galvanised iron garage and brick closet. Hobbs, Winning and Leighton designed alternations and additions to the Swan Hotel for the Swan Brewery in 1965. These comprised new toilets along Swan Street adjoining the ground floor lounge. At this time, the ground floor of the hotel comprised Lounge and Saloon Bar along Swan Street and a Public Bar at the corner of Stirling Highway (Queen Victoria Street) and Swan Street. The Stirling Highway frontage comprised a bottle shop (entered from the street) and office flanking an entry hall, and dining room. To the rear were the kitchen, small lounge and store. The first floor comprised 16 bedrooms of various sizes, sitting room, bathrooms and stores. Stores and laundry were located in the basement. M J McGrath Pty Ltd completed a drive in bottle shop in May 1971. Alterations to the kitchen were completed in 1972. The original bottle shop then became a trophy room. Further works to the hotel c. 1980 involved the addition of a toilet block and rearrangement of the internal spaces in the basement to create a popular bar known as ‘The Cave’. Some original windows were replaced with aluminium windows at this time. Buildings of this style in Fremantle include the Railway Station (1906), the Post Office (1908), Customs House and the Phillimore Street Fire Station (1908). The expression of broad expanses of tiled roofs on the hotel and the general impression of solidity, even heaviness, is particularly characteristic of the years between the wars. This place was included in the 'North Fremantle Heritage Study' (1994) as a place contributing to the development and heritage of North Fremantle. It was also included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability, restored). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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