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Prospect RSL Sub Branch

Locality: Prospect, South Australia

Phone: +61 466 887 975

Address: 1-3 Menzies Crescent 5082 Prospect, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.prospectrsl.com.au

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21.01.2022 Today we remember Private Stanley John Box of the 10th Battalion AIF who was killed in action on the 9th May 1917, aged 21. Stanley was attached to A Company and was in the line at Bullecourt when a shell burst at the dugout he was in and killed him instantly. His home address was, at the time 100 Alexandra Avenue, Prospect. He is commemorated at the Villers-Bretonneux Memorial, he was only with the battalion for a month before he was killed. Stanley enlisted at Adelaide in August 1916 and was a Mason by trade. Stanley was the ex-nuptial son (parents not lawfully married at the time of his birth) of Agnes Ann (she died in August 1966 aged 90) and Joseph Daniel (died in Prospect in February 1948 aged 81. Stanley was their only child.

20.01.2022 Hello all, As you are aware of the world events that are taking place right now which affect all of us, the Prospect RSL ANZAC DAY SERVICE will not be proceeding this year because of the COVID19 virus. Our priority is with the wellbeing of our community especially our elderly citizens who are very vulnerable with this virus. The Prospect RSL will advise of an alternative this year once this epidemic has the all clear. From the Secretary of Prospect RSL

20.01.2022 Today we remember Private Ernest Alfred Cotton of the 10th Battalion AIF who was killed in action on the 6th May 1917, aged 24. He is buried at the Noreuil Australian Cemetery and his address was at the time 56 Alexandra Avenue in Prospect. He had only been with the 10th Battalion for 3 months. Ernest enlisted in July 1915 at Keswick Barracks and was a Plasterer by trade. COTTON In loving memory of our dear brother, Ern, killed in Action, France, May 6, 1917. Somewhere i...n France, dear brother, In a grave we cannot see; Just let this little token tell We still remember thee. Inserted by his loving brother and sister-in-law. Will and Lillian. COTTON In sad memory of Private E. A. Cotton, killed in Action on 6th May 1917. The silent grief that's in the soul, No human eye can trace, For many a broken heart lies hid Behind a smiling face. Inserted by his brother and sister-in-law, Fred, and Ruby. COTTON. In loving memory of our dear son, Ernest, who was killed in France on May 6, 1917. Every night when the sun goes west, And the toil of the day is done; Oh. I long for the boy who loved me best, And the smile of the lad that's gone. Inserted by his mother and father, Prospect. COTTON In loving memory of our dear brother, Ernie, killed in France on May 6, 1917. Too far away your grave to see, But not too far to think of thee. Inserted by his sisters, Dora, and Winnie. COTTON In loving memory, of our dear brother Ern, killed in France on May 6, 1917. His memory lives within our hearts, Of those "Who knew his worth. So dearly loved, so sadly missed. Inserted by his brothers, Frank, and Bert, on active service. COTTON In fond memory of dear Ern, killed in France on May 6, 1917. A man, not of words, but of Actions. He was one of God's bravest and best; And died an Australian hero, Fighting for. freedom and rest. Inserted by his loving friends, Mr., and Mrs. C. Medlen. COTTON In memory of Our dear friend, Private Ern Cotton, killed, in Action on May 6, 1917. Somewhere in France, no matter where, He was just as near to heaven; As though he laid on his bed at home, When the signal to "Cease" was given. Inserted by his friends, Grace, and Roy. https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/209656224|||l-decade=191|||l-category=Family+Notices|||l-year=1918|||l-month=5 See more

20.01.2022 This week we are commemorating the following from Prospect: Driver Archibald Sturt Tregilgas of the 12th Reinforcements 3rd Light Horse who died from wounds on the 1st Nov 1917, aged 28. He is buried at the Beersheba War Cemetery in Palestine (Israel). His address was at 34 Pulsford Road, Prospect. Archie enlisted in September 1915 in Adelaide as a Stockman and joined his unit in June 1916. Sergeant Colin Scott Nicholson of the 2/43rd Bn. AIF was killed in action at El Ala...mein on the 2nd Nov 1942, aged 21. He is buried at the El Alamein War Cemetery in Egypt and his address was at 19 Carter Street, Thorngate. He enlisted in Jun 1940 in Adelaide and disembarked with his unit in Feb 1941 in Palestine. Private Arthur George Crettenden of the 27th Bn. AIF was killed in action on the 5th Nov 1916, aged 25. He is buried at the Warlencourt British Cemetery on the Somme, France. His address was firstly in Victoria Street, Prospect then in Le Hunte Avenue and finally at 25 Arthur Street. Arthur was listed as a Farmer in Prospect and enlisted in Jan 1916 in Adelaide. He joined his unit in France in August 1916. He was initially buried in No Man’s Land 1 mile east of Le Sars but was moved to Warlencourt after the war. Arthur was a former student at Nailsworth Primary School where he attended from Jan 1901. The following soldiers from the 27th Bn. AIF were killed in action on the 5th Nov 1916, this was part of the Battalions action around Le Barque, Somme. The 27th Bn. losses for that day included 5 officers & 72 other ranks killed, 5 Officers and 136 other ranks wounded and 75 other ranks missing. There were no appreciable gains on that day: Private Harold Matthew Dutton, aged 22. He is buried at the AIF Burial Ground Cemetery at Flers on the Somme, France. His address was at number 6 Second Avenue, Sefton Park. Harold enlisted in Jan 1915 at Keswick Barracks and was listed as a Ships Steward prior to joining the AIF. Private Charles Melvin King, aged 24. He is commemorated on the Villers Bretonneux Memorial, France. His address was 135 Main North Road in Nailsworth. Private Albert Edward Lampit, aged 24. Albert is commemorated on the Villers-Bretonneux Memorial with his address being listed as 18 Pulsford Road in Prospect. Albert was a former pupil at Nailsworth Primary School where he attended from January 1899.

18.01.2022 Today we remember Flying Officer Reginald Albert Spencer of No. 2 OTU who lost his life on the 1st May 1944, aged 21. He was killed in a training accident whilst flying in a Wirraway aircraft 20 miles west of Mildura at Karawina and is buried at the Mildura Public Cemetery in Victoria. He was undergoing night time training when his aircraft struck trees and subsequently burst into flames. He was killed with his trainer Flt. Lt Joseph Richard Lynch from Newcastle, N.S.W. Hi...s home address was at 4 Wilson Street, Prospect. Reginald was a former pupil at Nailsworth Primary School where he attended from January 1929 until December 1934, he finished his education at the Adelaide Technical High School. SPENCER, Reginald Albert, flying officer R.A.A.F., killed in a flying accident, May 1, only son L. R. and D. E. Spencer - Sadly missed. https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/43203279 SPENCER In loving memory of FO Reginald Albert, killed aircraft accident, Mildura, May 1. Ever remembered, Joyce Knight. Treasured memories https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/43204456

17.01.2022 Find out about our WW1 unmarked graves program at Willaston Cemetery, just west of Gawler. This follows our dedication service at Port Pirie on 27 July. Phone... us for a chat about what we do: 0423 279 214 More about Willaston Cemetry. https://www.gawler.sa.gov.au//cemeteries/willaston-cemetery Willaston Cemetery, situated at Dawkins Avenue, Willaston, was opened on 1 August 1866. It was one of the first large public cemeteries to be established after the passing of the Regulation of Cemeteries Act in 1862. It reflects contemporary social attitudes towards the location, management and layout of cemeteries in the mid-19th century. It is noted for its high quality monuments and an outstanding collection of cast-iron work associated with Gawler’s role as an industrial centre. The first burial, on 18 November 1866, was that of Mrs Sarah Woodward Clement, aged 35 years, first wife of Edward Clement, Gawler councillor and mayor. The funeral was attended by a reported 700 people. Sixty vehicles followed the hearse. The Bunyip newspaper described the cemetery at this time as "a pretty place, securely fenced with an iron gate at the entrance and turnstiles on either side for pedestrians".

13.01.2022 This week we remember the following: Corporal Edward Croy Robertson who died from a head wound received in an air raid on the 8th Oct 1917, aged 26. He is buried at the Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery near Poperinghe, Belgium and his address was at Bonnie Doone Clifford Street, Prospect. In 1913, he composed Tramways Ragtime a song respectfully dedicated to the Tramway Military Band. He enlisted in Jul 1915 at Keswick Barracks. Private Glen Verdun Jones of the Aust. ...Army Service Corps died of illness as a Prisoner of War on the 9th Oct 1943, aged 24. He is buried at the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery in Thailand and his address was listed at 36 Buller Street Prospect. His brother had died a week prior and they are both buried within the same cemetery. Flt Lt. Allan Wallace Campbell Morrison (MID) of No. 75 Sqdn. Died on the 10th Oct 1944, aged 31. He is commemorated on the Ambon Memorial in Indonesia with his address in Prospect was listed as 34 Vine Street. He was survived by his wife Daphne. Private Milton Donald Searle of the 50th Bn. AIF was killed in action on the 13th Oct 1917, aged 22. He is commemorated on the Menin Gate Memorial at Ypres, he had been buried at Broodseinde near where he was killed but his body had been lost to history. His address was at 28 Beatrice Street, Prospect. Milton enlisted in September 1916 in Adelaide, he arrived in France in September 1917 and joined his unit only 12 days before his death. Flight Sergeant Lloyd John Wellington died as a result of an aircraft accident in N.S.W. on the 14th Oct 1942, aged 21. He is buried at the North Road Anglican Cemetery. His address was at 10 Milner Street, Prospect. Private Thomas Lawrence Hefron of the 50th Bn. AIF was killed in action on the 15th Oct 1917, aged 22. His address was at 21 Boyle Street in Prospect and he is commemorated on the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres. Thomas was a former student at Nailsworth Primary School where he began his education in March 1903. He left behind his father Martin and his sisters Dorothy and Ella. Their mother died in July 1917. Pilot Officer Norman George Steer of No. 455 Sqdn. Died on the 15th Oct 1944, aged 29. He is commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial in Surrey, U.K.

12.01.2022 This week we commemorate the following: Sapper Francis Patrick Daly who died at the Daws Road Hospital on the 9th Sep 1947, aged 32. Francis is buried at the West Terrace Cemetery in Adelaide and his address was at 57 Prospect Road, Prospect. He was survived by his wife Sylvia whom he married in 1936 and his son Frankie. Private George Logue of the 2/27th Bn. was killed in action on the Kokoda Track on the 9th Sep 1942, aged 22. He is buried at the Bomana War Cemetery in P...ort Moresby, PNG. His address in Prospect was at 54 Clifton Street. George had seen action in the Middle East before disembarking in PNG in August 1942. Warrant Officer Harold Burnside RAAF attached to No. 7 Sqdn (RAF) was killed in action on the 11th Sep 1944, aged 20. He is buried at the Dreux Communal Cemetery near Chartres in France and his address was at 7 Jones Street, Nailsworth. Harold attended both Nailsworth Primary and Prospect Primary and is commemorated on the memorial panels located at both schools. Flight Sergeant William Milton Trengove RAAF of No. 32 Sqdn was killed in an aircraft accident on the 11th Sep 1943, aged 34. He is buried at the Sandgate War Cemetery in Newcastle, NSW. His address was at 21 Newbon Street in Nailsworth. He was originally from Spalding in the mid-north and was well regarded in that district. Lance Corporal Jack Dew Laurenti died on the 12th Sep 1944, aged 32. He is commemorated on the Labuan Memorial in Malaysia and his address was 30A Charlbury Street, Medindie Gardens. He was survived by his wife Phyllis. Corporal Rex Andrew Wilson, AIF, died as a Prisoner of War in Malaya on or about the 12th Sep 1924, aged 24. He had been a prisoner since the fall of Singapore and is commemorated at the Labuan Memorial in Malaysia. His address in Prospect was at 13L Railway Cottages, Islington and is survived by his wife Lorna. Leading Seaman Reginald Albert Gebhardt (RAN) of HMAS Perth died on the 12th Sep 1944, aged 29. He is commemorated on the Plymouth Naval Memorial and his address was at 125 Irish Harp Road, Prospect. Reginald became a Prisoner of War on the 1st Mar 1942 after the Perth was sunk in the Battle of Sunda Strait near Java, Indonesia. Like many of his ship mates Reginald laboured on the Thai-Burma railway after his capture. He was eventually transported on the ill-fated Rakuyo Maru when this ship was torpedoed and sunk. He was survived by his wife Rae, they were married at Scots Church, North Terrace in August 1938, and their daughter Raelene Eleanor. Raelene was born on the 18th Mar 1942, 17 days after her father’s capture by the Japanese.

11.01.2022 Today we remember Corporal Ronald Raymond Melville (RAAF) of 4 Initial Training School, Victor Harbor who died at the Repat Hospital, Keswick on the 2nd May 1943, aged 31. His address in Prospect was at 18 Farrant Street and he is buried at the Adelaide Centennial Park Cemetery. He was survived by his wife Greta and children Glen and Beverley.

11.01.2022 More on Nurses returning to SA! Did you know that nurses were entitled to a soldier settler block...read below! Was your ancestor rehabilitated on a Soldier Set...tler block, does she have a war grave? Help us find out more. Recuperating on the Land As did many men who served with the AIF a number of nurse soldier settlers also returned from the war with diminished mental and physical health. This was to affect their ability to run their farms. .....Yet, it is evident from excerpts in the Australasian Nursing Journal that land settlement was recognized as a positive means for recuperating returning nurses who were debilitated mentally and physically by their war service. ‘Of course, if a nurse returns from the war suffering from nerves in any form, she would be better advised to take up poultry or fruit farming’, the Journal pointed out to readers in 1917. What is also evident by this account is that there was recognition by the nurses themselves of the recuperative benefits of country living as a way to heal not only the physical but also their diminished mental state caused by war service. A peaceful life in the country was one to be relished. What happened to Number 1624 EAGLE, Effie Jean? She returned following WW1, but does she have a grave with a Commemorative Plaque?

07.01.2022 We also remember today Private Albert James Edwards also from the 10th Battalion AIF who was killed in the same action on the 6th May 1917, he was aged 26. He is commemorated at the Villers-Bretonneux Memorial and his address was 70 Farrant Street, Prospect. His mother later moved to Asquith Street in Nailsworth in May of 1919. Albert was only with his unit less than two weeks before he was killed at Bullecourt. Albert enlisted at Adelaide in August 1916 and according to his Attestation Papers was only 5 feet 1 and half inches tall. He was born in Prospect and was a Labourer by trade. Albert and Ernest were two from a total of 160 Australians to have died on this day.

06.01.2022 Yet more evidence to show that whilst the The Headstone Project is working hard in Tasmania to recognise our returned WW1 soldiers who lie in unmarked graves, the challenge is a national one. https://twitter.com/7newssydney/status/1060438818317262848

05.01.2022 This week we see the commemoration of: Sergeant Dennis Hill RAAF of No. 235 Sqdn. (RAF) who was killed in air operations on the 17th Sep 1942, aged 23. He is commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial in Surrey, UK. His address was at 1 College Avenue in Prospect. His previous employment was as a Clerk at the MTT depot in Hackney and enlisted into the RAAF in March 1941 in Adelaide. Pilot Officer Colin Angel Fraser RAAF of No. 46 Sqdn. (RAF) died on the 18th Sep 1942, aged 22.... He is commemorated at the Hadra War Cemetery, Alexandria, Egypt. His address at the time was at 26 Gloucester Street, Prospect. He enlisted in March 1941 and he completed his training soon after, gaining his wings in March 1942. He was married to Iris Ruby Sambell of Prospect in May 1941 at the North Adelaide Baptist Church. Petty Officer Walton Howarth RAN died on the 18th Sep 1942, aged 50. He is buried at the North Road Anglican Cemetery and his address was 139 Devonport Terrace, Dudley Park. He died at the Repatriation Hospital at Keswick and left behind his wife Mabel and daughter Muriel. 2nd Lieutenant George Gordon Watts of the 28th Bn. formerly 32nd Bn. AIF was killed in action in the battalion’s attack on Polygon Wood on the 20th Sep 1917, aged 25. He is buried at the Buttes New British Cemetery near Polygon Wood in Belgium. His address was at 53 Prospect Road, Prospect. George enlisted in May 1915 at Keswick Barracks and was employed as a Clerk prior to his enlistment. Private Frederick Thomas Robertson Gray of the 10th Bn. AIF was killed in action near Chateau Wood on the 21st Sep 1917, aged 35. He is commemorated on the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres, Belgium. His address was Ronelle Dudley Avenue, Prospect. He left behind his wife Lilian Annie and a daughter Ellenor Mary (b1910). He was a Fitter and Turner for the South Australian Railways prior to his enlistment. Private Reginald Arthur Edwards of the 61st Bn. AIF died on the 22nd Sep 1943, aged 29. He is buried at the Bomana War Cemetery in Port Moresby, PNG. His address was 6 Redin Street, Prospect. He was survived by his wife Eunice. Lance Corporal Frederick Robert George Symes of the 27th Bn. AIF died of wounds on the 22nd Dec 1917, aged 20. He is buried at the Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery near Ypres, Belgium. His address was 8 (Swastika Cottage) Ellen Street, Nailsworth. Frederick enlisted in May 1915 at Keswick. Flight Sergeant Cornelius David Ward RAAF attached to No. 115 Sqdn. (RAF) was killed in air operations over Germany on the 22nd Sep 1943, aged 24. He is buried alongside his crewmates at the Limmer British War Cemetery in Hannover, Germany. His address was at 40 Myrtle Street, Prospect. He was survived by his wife Ethel. Sergeant Roy Marden Howard Matthews of the 23rd Bn. AIF was killed in action on the 23rd Sep 1917, aged 20. He is commemorated on the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres, Belgium. His address was at 13 Churcher Street, Thorngate.

04.01.2022 Congratulations to Betty and Bert Button, our WW2 Air Raid Wardens, on a successful tour of the Prospect Air Raid Shelter for local school children.

04.01.2022 During tonight's Last Post Ieper ceremony, at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial, current service personnel provided a vigil t...o coffins containing the bodies of two unknown Australian soldiers - both of whom will be buried at Tyne Cot Cemetery tomorrow. #WW1

01.01.2022 Know a local who served in WW11? Check out the new Honour Board at the Air Raid Shelter behind Northpoint Toyota, next to Prospect Oval. Notice the board incl...udes first names, so you can see how many women served, a first for our honour boards. Many thanks to Neil Rossiter and the Prospect Local History Group for hundreds of hours of research and a very appealing and professional result. See more