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Desmond TRANNORE

Desmond TRANNORE

Queensland Police Force

Regd. # 5091

Rank  Senior Constable

Stations  Gordonvale, Cairns, Thursday Island & Brisbane

Born:  1928  –  Shepparton, Victoria

Joined QPol in 1951 aged 22

Died  27 October 1964 at Little Mulgrave, FNQ

Funeral

Buried  Gordonvale Cemetery, FNQ

Plot 10408, Site 181 Division SR  Sect. Mon, Row RC

 

 

 

 On Sunday October 26 it will be 50 years since Des Trannore (pictured) was shot and killed by John Thomas Verney. (Queensland Police Media)

On Sunday October 26 it will be 50 years since Des Trannore (pictured) was shot and killed by John Thomas Verney. (Queensland Police Media)

24 October, 2014 12:07PM AEST

Remembering a hero: Senior Constable Des Trannore

Desmond Trannore is more than just a name on a far north Queensland bridge or the name of a Gordonvale police officer; it is the name of a hero who lost his life in the line of duty and saved the lives of two children in the process.

Sergeant Steve Webb has spent a lot of his life researching what happened on that fateful day and descibed the experience to the ABC’s Phil Staley.

Born in Shepparton, Victoria, Senior Constable Trannore came to Queensland to work in the cane fields before deciding he wanted to be a police officer.

“Des couldn’t swim a stroke before deciding to join the police force, so he actually used to jump off the old bridge to teach himself to swim,” said Sgt Webb.

After being sworn in he served at Gordonvale, Cairns, Thursday Island and Brisbane, before coming back to serve in Gordonvale in 1956.

Sgt Webb describes it as a time where in the small farming town of Gordonvale police officers were well known local figures in the community and some like Senior Constable Trannore were something more.

“He was a bit of a knock about bloke, he played Aussie rules and he taught boxing and he was well known to give a few of the young blokes a fair kick up the backside if they played up,” he said.

“He was well respected in that town amongst the young people and the older people, and he still is to this day.”

A dark day for FNQ

On the evening of October 27, 1964 Senior Constable Trannore was on the 4pm to midnight shift alone.

At 5:45pm he received a call saying there was a domestic disturbance on a property at Little Mulgrave.

“Des wrote a note that said ‘5:45pm, domestic brawl, Little’s place, Little Mulgrave’ and left it on the typewriter so that the officer-in-charge would know what was going on if anything happened,” said Sgt Webb.

“You’ve got to bear in mind that in those days radios were pretty well non-existent and there was no such thing as mobile phones.”

Mr Verney had assaulted one of his stepsons and was assaulting his wife.

“Verney had caught Clifford and his sister Karen playing in the creek down the road and he attempted to drown Clifford and he smashed Clifford’s head against the side of his utility,” said Sgt Webb.

“Mrs Little came down and tried to intervene and told Clifford to go to the neighbours and get them to call the police.

“Des arrived at the neighbour’s house where he saw young Clifford and he told him to get into the police car.”

Senior Constable Trannore then drove to the farmhouse and asked Mrs Verney and her daughter to get in the police car.

Mr Verney confronted Senior Constable Trannore, threatened him and repeatedly ordered him off the property before disappearing into the house.

He came back out with a .310 rifle and aimed it at Senior Constable Trannore.

“Desmond turned around, approached Verney with no fear and said ‘that’s it, I’ve had enough, give me the bloody rifle’,” said Sgt Webb.

“And with that Verney pointed the rifle and fired from the hip through Des Trannore’s chest – piercing his heart.

“Des turned and ran 20 metres towards the children and said to them ‘run for your life’ before collapsing to the ground.”

Clifford ran towards the cane fields as Mr Verney lifted his rifle to shoot at him.

“He didn’t get a shot out because Clifford disappeared into the cane,” said Sgt Webb.

Mrs Verney heard the shot and ran outside to where Senior Constable Trannore was lying dying.

She attempted to resuscitate him, but he died at the scene. Mr Verney, meanwhile ,fled in his ute.

When word got back to Gordonvale, one of the largest manhunts in far north Queensland history began.

Around 300 on and off-duty police joined the hunt for Mr Verney as well as a large group of Gordonvale residents.

The following day Mr Verney presented himself at the Cairns police station.

“It is thought that Verney got word of the lynch mob at Gordonvale and surrendered for his own safety,” said Sgt Webb.

John Thomas Verney was charged and later convicted of the wilful murder of Senior Constable Trannore and sentenced to life in prison.

Remembering Desmond Trannore

A quote from an unknown Gordonvale resident in the Cairns Post on Tuesday October 27, 1964 reads:

“[Senior Constable Desmond Trannore] was a terrific man and one of the most popular police officers we have ever had, if they ever brought the killer here I would not give much for his chances.”

A letter by Clifford Little describes the event and praises Senior Constable Trannore as a hero and a man unlike any other.

Here is an excerpt from that letter:

“He died with dignity and kept that dignity to his last breath. Desmond Trannore was a humanitarian. His actions that day went beyond that of a serving police officer. Concern for fellow human beings is the most honourable emotion. It becomes even more commendable when the courage of one’s convictions is carried out. I knew a man that other men could only hope to be.”

Researching the case became a passion of Sergeant Webb and in 2009 he suggested the new bridge over the Mulgrave River be named after Senior Constable Desmond Trannore.

“People should remember who he was and the fact that he gave his life to save a family and he did save that family,” he said.

http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/10/24/4114006.htm

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Media Statements

Minister for Main Roads
The Honourable Craig Wallace

Monday, December 07, 2009

Local officer honoured in naming of Mulgrave River bridge

Main Roads Minister Craig Wallace today announced the new bridge over the Mulgrave River at Gordonvale will be officially named ‘Desmond Trannore Bridge’ as part of Queensland’s 150th birthday celebrations.

“This name is chosen in honour of Senior Constable Desmond Trannore, whose bravery and dedication to both the community and his profession is held in high regard by many Gordonvale locals,” Mr Wallace said.

“Mr Trannore was a well respected police officer and member of the Gordonvale community, where he was stationed throughout most of the late 1950s and early 1960s.

“He was heavily involved in community activities – teaching boxing at the local youth club and running the Gordonvale Pony Club, Aussie Rules, tennis and cricket clubs.

“Mr Trannore was tragically killed in the line of duty in 1964 while attending a domestic dispute at Little Mulgrave, north of Gordonvale, and this bridge naming is a community tribute to his bravery.”

Mr Wallace said the bridge name was chosen from more than 50 nominations received across the community.

“It is wonderful to see the Gordonvale and greater Cairns community getting behind this Q150 initiative,” he said.

Mr Wallace said members of the Trannore family will join local members and representatives of the Cairns community in celebrations to officially commission and name the $48 million bridge on Thursday, 17 December.

Jim Turnour, Federal Member for Leichhardt, will join Curtis Pitt, State Member for Mulgrave, on the banks of the Mulgrave River to officially commission the $48 million bridge and unveil the new name sign for the bridge.

“The new bridge is a valuable and vital piece of road infrastructure for Far North Queensland,” Mr Turnour said.

“It will reduce the duration of closures due to wet season flooding and better serve to stabilise the local economy by keeping communities connected all year round.”

The new bridge is part of the Rudd Government’s commitment to improving flood immunity and accessibility between Cairns and Townsville.

“The new 480-metre-long bridge, which opened to traffic in April this year, ahead of time and under budget, is providing significant benefits for far north Queensland.

“Standing five metres higher than the existing bridge and located on a better road alignment, this bridge will limit disruptions to residents and motorists during the wet season by minimising delays caused by wet season flooding.”

The bridge was just one component of the Australian Government’s $347 million Accelerated Bruce Highway Upgrade Package, delivered by the state government.

The majority of works have been delivered, with remaining projects to be completed in early 2010.

Mr Wallace said naming the new bridge over the Mulgrave River after Desmond Trannore recognised the integral role people have in building a community.

“We have chosen a name that recognises an important local identify and also reflects community spirit and local history,” he said.

“This is what the Q150 bridge naming celebrations are all about – Queenslanders having their say on what makes our state unique and being able to recognise these things through the naming of significant road structures.”

http://statements.qld.gov.au/Statement/Id/67777

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NPRD RIBBONA memorial ceremony will be held at the Gordonvale Police Station this week:

WHEN:        10.30am Friday 24 October 2014

WHERE:      Police Station, Cannon Street, Gordonvale

Gordonvale Police and members of the Trannore family would like to extend an invitation to members of the community, to help commemorate and honour the memory of Senior Constable Desmond Trannore, who so bravely gave his life in service to the community.

http://mypolice.qld.gov.au/farnorth/2014/10/21/senior-constable-des-trannore-honoured-50th-anniversary-death/

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Qld Police Vessel "D.TRANNORE" - Brisbane
Qld Police Vessel “D. TRANNORE” – Brisbane

“D. Trannore II” Moreton Bay
A 8.25 metre glass reinforced epoxy resin planing catamaran powered by twin 225 h.p. Outboard motors.

 

Qld Police Vessel "D.TRANNORE" - Brisbane
Qld Police Vessel “D.TRANNORE III” – Brisbane

“D. Trannore III”

The “D. TRANNORE III” was launched on the 9th April 2009 by Senior Constable Trannore’s widow (see photo right) in the presence of the Police Minister Neil Roberts, Deputy Commissioner Kathy Rynders and invited guest.

Capable of speeds in excess of 45 knots the “D. TRANNORE II” was built by Swift Marine of the Gold Coast and is a rigid hull inflatable speedboat capable of carrying up to 12 people. The “D. TRANNORE II” was purpose built for use by the Redland Bay Water Police to patrol the waterways and islands of Moreton Bay.

Widow of the late Constable Desmond Trannore launches the D Trannore III
Widow of the late Constable Desmond Trannore launches the D Trannore III

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Queensland Police Service remembers fallen colleagues during Cairns march

RESPECT: Cairns police march down the Esplanade and towards St John's Anglican church to mark National Police Remembrance Day. The Federal Police canine squad participated in the march. Picture: Brendan Radke.
RESPECT: Cairns police march down the Esplanade and towards St John’s Anglican church to mark National Police Remembrance Day. The Federal Police canine squad participated in the march. Picture: Brendan Radke.

KATELIN and Kieren Trannore never got to meet their grandfather, but yesterday the Queensland Police Service showed them just how exceptional his sacrifice was.

As the rain came down, the 16-year-old and 14-year-old marched with their dad, Shane Trannore, Aunty Karen Trannore, and Cairns police as part of National Police Remembrance Day.

The Trannores’ father and grandfather was recognised at this year’s Cairns service for the 50th anniversary of his death.

“I didn’t know much about my grandfather except that he died in the force and just being here is really nice, I am really proud,” Katelin said.

Katelin said it was overwhelming to be part of the day which honoured her grandfather.

“It was, just being part of the march and walking down the street,” she said.

“It was amazing, I really enjoyed it.”

Senior Constable Desmond Trannore was stationed at Gordonvale in 1964 when he attended a domestic disturbance and was gunned down while he was trying to get the mother and the children medical attention.

Senior Constable Trannore’s daughter, Karen, who was only a child when her father was killed, said it was a great honour to be there.

“It was very important and quite emotional to march with the officers,” she said.

“It’s such a hard job to do and I respect each and every one of them and they always have our support.”

RESPECT: Cairns police march down the Esplanade and towards St John's Anglican church to mark National Police Remembrance Day. Picture: Brendan Radke.
RESPECT: Cairns police march down the Esplanade and towards St John’s Anglican church to mark National Police Remembrance Day. Picture: Brendan Radke.

Just under 80 Queensland Police and Australian Federal Police officers marched in the parade.

Acting Chief Superintendent, Brett Schafferius said the dangers involved in policing were always in the back of officers’ minds.

“Today is the most important day on the policing calendar, it is the day we get to recognise and remember the sacrifice police women and men have made over the past 150 years of policing in Queensland,” he said.

“We acknowledge our job at times can be inherently dangerous, that’s why we are here, we are here for the community and to attend those matters on their behalf.”

The names of the 140 fallen police officers were read out during the service.

There are about 850 sworn officers in the Far North district and about 1050 employees overall.

Over the past 150 years, 25 fallen Queensland officers have been from the Far North district.

 

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Brian Reginald MOORE

Brian Reginald MOORE

aka  Chicka

New South Wales Police Force

Redfern Police Academy – Class # 100

Regd. # 11154

Rank:  Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on ? ? ?

Probationary Constable – appointed 17 August 1964

Constable – appointed 17 August 1965

Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )

Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?

Senior Constable – appointed 26 August 1973 ( loss of Seniority )

Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 9 October 1980

Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 7 December 1986

 

Final Rank:  Sergeant

 

Stations?, ‘R’ District ( 1965 )( Newcastle? ), Newtown circa 1968, Newtown PCYC (Police Citizens Youth Club ), Redfern Police Academy, ?

 

Awards:  National Medal – granted 2 March 1961( Det SenCon )

1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 7 October 1991 ( Det SenCon )

 

Retired:  April 1993 – 29 years Service

 

Cause of Death:  Illness from long time heart problems

 

Born:  Wednesday  19 April 1944

Died:  Sunday  26 October 2014

Age: 70 years, 6 months, 7 days

 

Time with NSWPF: 29 years,

Age at Retirement:  48 years, 11 months

Time in Retirement:  21 years, 6 months, 25 days

 

Funeral:  Friday  31 October 2014, 10.30am

Eastern Suburbs Crematorium,

Military Rd, Matraville.

 

 

Wake:  The Henson ( formerly Henson Park Hotel ), Illawarra Rd, Marrickville.

 

Brian ' Chicka ' MOORE
Brian ‘ Chicka ‘ MOORE

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rugby league lost a great player and a true gentleman of the game over night. Brian ‘Chicka’ Moore. One of Newtown Jets Immortals and an ambassador for our great game
Chicka Moore RIP

 

Brian Reginald MOORE, Brian MOORE, Chicka MOORE, Constable MOORE, Sergeant MOORE

 

 


 

Brian ‘Chicka’ Moore passes away                                 Monday, 27 October 2014 12:44
The Newtown Jets have lost one of the most iconic figures of their 108-year history following the passing of former player, coach and Team of the Century member, Brian ‘Chicka’ Moore.Mr Moore passed away from a long illness yesterday aged 70. Newtown Jets director and media manager Glen Dwyer says Moore will forever be remembered by the Henson Park faithful for his significant contribution to the foundation club.”For the baby-boomer generation, Chicka Moore was the living definition of Newtown,” Dwyer tells RLW.”He never had the privilege of being in a premiership winning first-grade side or playing in a Test match, yet no one who saw him in his prime would deny that he was one of the best centres of the period.”He was a tall, long striding, majestic running centre. In the days where men were starting to grow their hair longer Chicka with his bald head was a landmark at Henson Park.”His combination with fellow centre Bob Keyes was marvellous and I’ve heard lots of judges say that if Reg Gasnier and Graeme Langlands weren’t around, Brian Moore and Bob Keyes would have been the Australian Test centres without doubt.”Moore played for Newtown during a difficult period, with the Bluebags only making the finals three times during his 11-year career. However, there were a couple of highlights to savour.Arguably the finest moment of his career came in 1973 when he almost single-handedly helped Newtown to a remarkable comeback win over St George in the final of the 1973 Wills Pre-Season Cup.

“Newtown were down 15-2 at halftime and the heat was horrendous,” says respected rugby league historian Terry Williams.

“They won 17-15 and that was largely on the back of Chicka. He basically took St George on on his own. In attack he cut the Dragons to pieces out wide and when they had the ball he became a road block.

“In that form he could match any centre in the world.”

Moore represented NSW on three occasions between 1963 and 1970 and was Australia’s top tryscorer during the 1967-68 Kangaroo tour, despite not playing in any Tests.

Unfortunately, he had the misfortune of coming through in the same era as RLW Immortals Bob Fulton, Reg Gasnier and Graeme Langlands and probably didn’t represent Australia as much as he should have.

A Newtown man through and through, Moore also held the distinction of being the Jets’ last-ever first grade coach taking the reins for the 1983 season following Warren Ryan’s resignation.

A respected police officer, in 2008, Moore was inducted into the NSW police Team of the Century while in 2009 he was awarded the NSW Police Medal for diligent and ethical service during his 29-year career in uniform.

“For all his footballing achievements he probably affected more people’s lives in his role as a physical instruction trainer at the police academy,” Williams says.

“There’s a whole generation of young coppers for one or two decades who were put through their paces by Chicka.

“He used to wipe the floor with all these young blokes who were 20 years younger than him.”

“He was just a really memorable character,” Dwyer continues.

“He was a marvellous personality and a great ambassador for the Newtown club.”

BRIAN ‘CHICKA’ MOORE (1944-2004)
* 173 games for Newtown (90 tries, 270 points)
* Four games for NSW (2 tries, 6 points)
* 11 tour games for Australia (10 tries, 30 points)


Newtown Jets legend Brian ‘Chicka’ Moore dies after long battle

 




William Arthur HUNT

 William Arthur HUNT

New South Wales Police Force

Chief Constable at Parramatta  1838 – 1842

Chief Constable of Goulburn 1842 – 1848

Stations:  Parramatta & Goulburn

Born:  17 May 1809 in Hythe Hants, England

( baptised 18 June 1809 )

Age:  38

Enlisted with Mounted Police on 1 October 1827

Died:  Chippendale, NSW on 1 January 1848 ( date on grave stone )

Funeral: ?

Buried:  St Saviour’s Cemetery,

Cemetery Rd, Goulburn ( opposite Goulburn Gaol )

GPS Co-ord of grave:  -34.74098, 149.74360

Constable Hunt’s Police Baton is in the Parramatta Municipal Museum

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DIED.

In Sydney, on Sunday, the 2nd instant, Mr. William Hunt, late Chief Constable at Goulburn, leaving a widow and eight children.

The Sydney Morning Herald                      Tuesday   4 January 1848           page 3 of 4

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  • Born : 17 May 1809 (baptised 18 June 1809)
  • Where Born : Hythe Hants. (baptised St. Mary the Virgin, Eling Hants.)
  • Occupation : Labourer / Soldier / Policeman
  • Date Arrived : 14 February 1827
  • Ship Arrived on : ‘Albion’
  • Port Arrived : Sydney
  • Rank on Discharge :
  • Date of Army Enlistment : 22 January 1826
  • Where Enlisted Army : Kent
  • Regimental 39th # :
  • Last Regimental # : 1079
  • Last Regiment Served : 4th Regiment
  • Regiment Enlisted from : 39th Regiment
  • Date Enlisted Mounted Police : 1 October 1827
  • Rank Mounted Police : Govenor’s Body Guard
  • Date Discharge Mounted Police: 1 October 1836
  • Regiment Re-Joined : 4th Regiment
  • Date Discharged Army : 1 October 1836
  • Comments Regarding Army Discharge : For Discharge by purchase (£18*) to join civil police – “the character of William Hunt has been that of a good soldier”
  • Where Discharged :
  • Died : 2 January 1848
  • Where Died / Buried : Chippendale NSW / St. Lawrence’s CofE Sydney (with memorial in St. Saviour’s Cemetery, Goulburn NSW – GPS: -34.74098, 149.74360 )
  • Parents Names : Arthur Hunt (b……..d) & Jane Metyard (b……..d)
  • Spouse’s Name : Jemima Jones Davis
  • Date Married : 28 January 1834
  • Where Married : St. John’s CofE Parramatta NSW
  • Spouse’s Parents : Pte. Evan Davis #2, NSW Corps & 73rd Regt. (b circa 1776 …. d 24 March 1828) & Grace Moyle (b circa March 1769 … d January 1850)
  • Born : 14 December 1811
  • Where Born : Port Dalyrmple (Launceston) Tas.
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  • Died : 18 November 1877
  • Where Died / Buried Towrang NSW / St. Saviour’s Cemetery, Goulburn NSW.

 

Descendants
Pte. Hunt’s descendents can be contacted through Colin Roe
Area Settled :
Parramatta and Goulburn NSW
Children :
 
Olive Jane Hunt (married George Woodall), Jemima Hunt (m. William Richardson), Louise Grace Hunt (m. Uriah Smith), Mary Emily Hunt (m. David John Marsh Broadhead), William Arthur Hunt Jnr. (m. Jane Fuller Stewart), James Evans Hunt (m. Mary Josephine Futton), Arthur Moses Hunt (m. Mary Jane Wilson) and Grace Meatyard Hunt (m. Alexander McClung). See also members.pcug.org.au/~croe/dat1.htm#3
 
History & Achievements :

Sgt.* Governor’s Bodyguard ( … 1836), Chief Constable at Parramatta, NSW (1838-1842) and Goulburn, NSW (1842-1848). Pte. Hunt’s police baton is in the Parramatta Municipal Museum.

 
References
Family Members,  Military records  ,Pay rolls, Pay Musters, Cemetery Records, Church Records & General Muster Records, Mitchell Library ,Sydney Australia



John Waistell ORRIDGE

John Waistell ORRIDGE

New South Wales Police Force

 

Regd. # ?

 

Superintendent from 1 January 1864

 

Stations:  Victoria,

Sydney Deport ( Redfern Academy ),

Braidwood – 1864,

Armidale (NSW ) – 1870,

Goulburn ( NSW ) – 1887

 

Born  June 1830

63 old

Died  11 January 1894

 

Funeral  ?

Buried  St Saviour’s Cemetery, Cemetery Rd, Goulburn

directly opposite Goulburn Gaol

GPS -34.740938, 149.743984

John Waistell ORRIDGE
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/page/4846667
Illustrated Sydney News        Saturday 27 January 1894       page 6 of 40


 

Colonial Secretary’s Office.

Sydney, 2nd March, 1863.

His Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, has been pleased to appoint John W. Orridge, Esq., Inspector of Police, to be Acting Superintendent, and to the charge of the detective police force.

The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser         Saturday  7 March 1863           page 6 of 8

 


 

DEPLORABLE ACCIDENT.— It is our painful duty to record the occurrence of a very serious accident to J. W. Orridge, Esq., the Superintendent of Police. He was proceeding to Major’s Creek on Saturday afternoon last, in company with Dr. Moreton, and was riding up to Durham Hall, the residence of Mr Hassall, at Jembaicumbene, when his horse shied at something and bounded off into the bush, rearing and plunging in a furious manner. The ( horse ) was very spirited, and Mr Orridge had that day for his first  time, we believe, ridden him with a curb upon the bridle. Whether it was in consequence of the pulling too heavily upon the curb, or from whatever cause the animal while rearing up, fell right over on his back and came with his full weight upon Mr Orridge to the ground, crushing him in a dreadful manner. The horse immediately scrambled up and made off, Mr Orridge’s feet having got clear of the stirrups, and he being left mangled and bleeding in an insensible state. Dr Moreton immediately procured assistance from Mr Hassall’s and the sufferer was removed there, where he has since remained, and where he has had the most assiduous care and attention.

Dr Pattison and Dr Moreton have been in constant attendance upon him, and everything has been done for him that human efforts can do, but we regret exceedingly to state that very little hopes are entertained of his recovery. The full weight of the animal came upon his body and the internal injuries which he has sustained are of such a character that it will be a miracle if he gets over them.

The horse,which was shortly afterwards recovered, was found to have scarcely injured himself at all, and so completely did all his weight rest upon Mr Orridge, that the saddle was not damaged in the slightest degree.   The horse prior to Mr Orridge purchasing him, had been in the possession of the bushranger Thomas Clarke, during a portion of his career on the highway.

The sad event has cast a gloom over the whole town and district wherever the intelligence has been conveyed. How forcibly are we sometimes reminded of the terrible import of the scripture precept, that in the midst of life we are in death, and that we know not what a day may bring forth.

– Braidwood Dispatch.

Queanbeyan Age   Saturday  16 November 1867  page 3 of 4


 

Illustrated Australian News for Home Readers ( Melbourne )

Monday  23 March 1868      page 8 of 16

ATTEMPTED ASSASSINATION OF THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH: …………


 

MARRIAGE.     On the 16th instant, at St. Andrew’s Cathedral, by the Very Rev. Dean of Sydney, JOHN WAISTELL ORRIDGE, Esq., of Braidwood to EMELINE LESLIE, second daughter of the late HUGH GORDON, Esq., of Manar.

 

The Sydney Morning Herald

Friday  20 October 1871         page 1 of 8


 

THE LATE SUPERINTENDENT ORRIDGE.

( See portrait on page 6 )

John Waistell Orridge was born at Carlisle, in Cumberland, England, in June, 1830,   reached Victoria in 1853, and shortly afterwards entered the police force there, obtaining   rapid promotion to the rank of sub-inspector owing to his efficiency and courage.   When the police force of this country was reorganised in 1862 Mr. Orridge was offered and accepted the position of inspector, being promoted to be superintendent at Braidwood in 1864.

The notorious Tommy Clarke managed to escape from Braidwood Gaol, where he was awaiting trial for horse-stealing. This escape put Mr. Orridge on his mettle, and for years he and his police were in pursuit of Clarke and his gang, then becoming very numerous. Murders and encounters with the police followed in rapid succession, bushranger after bushranger being shot. Houses were stuck up, stores robbed, and the whole district was in a state of terror. Clarke’s career of crime culminated in the murder of four men, warders of Darlinghurst Gaol, who volunteered to try and capture the outlaws, urged thereto no doubt by the reward   of £500 offered by the Government. Finally Tommy Clarke and his brother surrendered, and to Mr. Orridge’s great relief were safely incarcerated in Braidwood Gaol, and afterwards forwarded to Sydney, where they expiated their crimes on the scaffold.

Subsequently Mr. Orridge was appointed to the charge of the escort of the Duke of Edinburgh, and was at Clontarf when Farrell made his attempt at assassination, and with difficulty prevented some of the leading men of the colony from stringing up the latter to the yardarm of the steamer.

Mr. Orridge was afterwards removed to Armidale, and in 1887 was transferred to Goulburn, where he died on the 11th instant. In 1871 he married the second daughter of the late Mr. Hugh Gordon, of Manar, near Braidwood, who with her two sons and two daughters survive him.

Illustrated Sydney News    Saturday  27 January 1894  page 15 of 40


 

The Late Superintendent J. W. Orridge.

John Waistell Orridge was born at Carlisle, in Cumberland, England, in June, 1830, reached Victoria in 1853, and shortly afterwards entered the police force there, obtaining rapid promotion to the rank of sub inspector owing to his efficiency and courage. When the police force of this country was reorganised in 1862 Mr. Orridge was offered and accepted the position of inspector, being promoted to be superintendent at Braidwood in 1864.

The notorious Tommy Clarke managed to escape from Braidwood Gaol, where he was awaiting trial for horse-stealing. This escape put Mr. Orridge on his mettle, and for years he and his police were in pursuit of Clarke and his gang, then becoming very numerous. Murders and encounters with the police followed in rapid succession, bushranger after bushranger being shot. Houses were stuck up, stores robbed, and the whole district was in a state of terror. Clarke’s career of crime culminated in the murder of four men, warders of Darlinghurst Gaol, who volunteered to try and capture the outlaws, urged thereto no doubt by the reward of £500 offered by the Government. Finally Tommy Clarke and his brother John surrendered, and to Mr. Orridge’s great relief were safely incarcerated in Braidwood Gaol, and afterwards forwarded to Sydney, where they expiated their crimes on the scaffold.

Subsequently Mr. Orridge was appointed to the charge of the escort of the Duke of Edinburgh, and was at Clontarf when Henry O’Farrell made his attempt at assassination, and with difficulty prevented some of the leading men of the colony from stringing up the latter to the yardarm of the steamer.

Mr. Orridge was afterwards removed to Armidale, and in 1887 was transferred to Goulburn, where he died on the 11th instant. In 1871 he married the second daughter of the late Mr. Hugh Gordon, of Manar, near Braidwood, who with her two sons and two daughters survive him.

http://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/orridge-john-waistell-14428


 

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( FROM OUR CORRESPONDENTS )

DEATH OF SUPERINTENDENT ORRIDGE.

GOULBURN, FRIDAY.

Mr. J. W. Orridge, superintendent of police in the Goulburn district, died last evening. He joined the police service in 1862, and took charge of the Sydney depot as acting superintendent. In 1864 he was appointed to Braidwood, and took a prominent part in dealing with the Clarke gang of bushrangers. In 1870 he was transferred to Armidale, and in 1887 he came to Goulburn to succeed the late Superintendent Morrisset. Superintendent Orridge was popular with the men under his control, whom he encouraged in the pursuit of athletic sports. He leaves a widow, two sons, and 10 daughters. The funeral was attended by the Inspector-General of Police.

The Sydney Morning Herald

Saturday  13 January 1894  page 9 of 16


Orridge, John Waistell (1830–1894)

from Clarence and Richmond Examiner (NSW)

Mr. John Waistell Orridge, senior superintendent of the New South Wales police force, died at Goulburn at the ripe age of 63. During his connection with the police, extending over 31 years, Mr. Orridge was admired by the police and public. Previous to joining the New South Wales force, Mr. Orridge held the rank of sub-inspector in Victoria, but when the present Inspector-General took charge of the police department, well knowing the high qualifications of Mr. Orridge, he induced that officer to come over the border, and when Mr. Orridge entered on his duties he was placed in charge of the detective police, and made such headway that on January 1, 1864, he was appointed superintendent. He continued in charge of the detectives for some time. His first country appointment was at Braidwood, and he was in charge of that extensive district during the time the Clarkes held the country in terror, and it was under Superintendent Orridge’s directions to the courageous troopers under him that the brothers were run to earth. From Braidwood Mr. Orridge was transferred to Armidale, and at the death of Superintendent Morrisset in September, 1887, he succeeded to the charge of the Goulburn district, where he has since been stationed, and has done his duty well, and has now ended a life marked by great success. The deceased officer ranked next to the Inspector-General, Mr. Fosbery, who had known him ever since they joined the Victorian police together.





Henry ZOUCH

Henry ZOUCH

New South Wales Police Force

Regd. # ????

Captain until the Police Act of 1862.

Superintendent  1862 –

 

Stations:  Goulburn District  1862 –

 

ServiceFrom to 28 October 1883

 

Awards?

 

Born:  18 August 1811 IN Quebec, Canada

Died:  28 October 1883

Cause?

Age:  72 old

 

Funeral  Tuesday  30 October 1883 at 4pm

Buried:  St Saviours Cemetery

Cemetery Rd, Goulburn, directly opposite Goulburn Gaol

GPS of grave:  -34.74135, 149.74273

 

Further linkshttps://police.freom.com/chief-inspector-of-distilleries-officer-1862/

https://police.freom.com/appointments-under-the-new-police-regulation-act-of-1862/

 

Captain Henry ZOUCH
Captain Henry ZOUCH


 

Captain R. Zouch, Superintendent of Police in the Goulburn district, is dangerously ill.

The Gundagai Times             Tuesday  23 October 1883          page 2 of 4


 

-34.74135, 149.74273
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Henry ZOUCH

 

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Henry ZOUCH

 

Grave location:

 


 

Appointments under the New Police Regulation Act - 1862
Appointments under the New Police Regulation Act – 1862
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/102524073


 

 




Edric Norfolk Vaux MORRISSETT

Edric Norfolk Vaux MORRISSET

New South Wales Police Force

Regd. # ?

Superintendent

Stations:  Bathurst, Maitland,

Goulburn Districts, 1883 – 1887

Born:  22 June 1830  Norfolk Island, NSW

Died:  26 August 1887

Cause:  Illness – Addison’s disease

Age:  57

Funeral:  Sunday  28 August 1887  3.30pm

Buried  Church of England Cemetery, Goulburn

GPS of grave:  -34.74075, 149.74358

Further linkshttps://police.freom.com/chief-inspector-of-distilleries-officer-1862/

https://police.freom.com/appointments-under-the-new-police-regulation-act-of-1862/

Edric Norfolk Vaux MORRISSET
Edric Norfolk Vaux MORRISSET

Edric Norfolk Vaux MORRISSET 2 - NSWPF - Died 26 Aug 1887
Edric Norfolk Vaux MORRISSET 2 – NSWPF – Died 26 Aug 1887

ASSIZE INTELLIGENCE.

BATHURST CIRCUIT COURT.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26.

BEFORE His Honor the CHIEF JUSTICE.

NEW MAGISTRATE.

In the course of the day, Edric Norfolk Vaux Morrisset, Esq., was sworn in a Magistrate of the territory of New South Wales.

The Sydney Morning Herald         Wednesday  2 March 1853         page 2 of 6


 

Mr. E. V. Morrisset, Superintendent of Police in the southern districts, accompanied by Mrs. Morrisset, arrived in Braidwood ( says the Dispatch ) on Monday from Goulburn. Soon after his arrival, the Superintendent ( with Mr. Walter Casey, Sub-inspector ) paid a visit to the gaol, and was highly pleased at the manner in which the prison arrangements are being carried out by Mr. Luke Densy, as well as the extreme tidiness and cleanliness of the cells and the establishment generally. The police barracks were also examined, and every thing found to be in tip-top order.

Southern Argus ( Goulburn, NSW )       Monday  2 November 1885      page 2 of 4


 

Intelligence from Goulburn.

Mr. E. V. Morrisset, Superintendent of Police and Deputy Inspector-General, died yesterday morning at his residence here. Deceased was son of the late Colonel Morrisset, who, in his time had charge of the convict establishment at Norfolk Island. Deceased filled the position of Police Superintendent at Bathurst and Maitland prior to his appointment to this district, which took place about the end of 1883 shortly after the death of Captain ( Henry ) Zouch.

Deceased was in his 57th year. As an officer he was thoroughly conversant with his duties, and knew how to discharge them, so as to win both the confidence and esteem of his subordinates.

Mr. Morriset had been in bad health prior to his death. The disease which affected him is known as Addison’s disease.

The Inspector-General of Police is expected here by to-nights train.

Evening News ( Sydney )                         Saturday  27 August 1887          page 4 of 8


 

THE LATE E. V. MORISSET.

IT is with extreme regret that we have to announce the death of a very able and popular officer of the police force in the person of Mr. Edric V. Morisset, superintendent of the Southern police district, and deputy inspector-general of police, which took place at 4 o’clock yesterday morning at his residence, Goulburn. The deceased had been for some time ailing, but, from the nature of his complaint, it was not thought that fatal consequences would be the result. He, however, took a change for the worse a few days since, and gradually sank until the vital spark departed at the hour mentioned. We may mention that the deceased had been in charge of the North-western district for nearly twenty years, his head-quarters being at Maitland; and during the whole of that lengthy period he discharged his duties, both as a public officer and as a private citizen, in a manner which gained for him universal approbation. Upon the introduction of the new Police Act in March, 1862. Superintendent Morisset, who had previously held the rank of inspector in the Queensland native police, received the commission of superintendent under that law, and since that time up to his death he was an active officer, and administrator of police improvement. Some few years ago upon the death of Captain Zouch, superintendent of police at Goulburn, the deceased received the appointment of Deputy Inspector-General of Police, and was transferred from Maitland to Goulburn. It is sad to relate, in connection with the deceased, that it is only a few months since his brother, Adolphus Morisset, police magistrate at Deniliquin, died.

Superintendent Morrisset had been married for many years, but had no issue, He was about 55 years of age, a native of the colony, and was a son of the late Colonel Morisset, well known in the early days of the colony. The country has sustained the loss of one of our most zealous and intelligent officers by the death of Superintendent Morisset. The deceased was a lover of manly sports, such as horse-racing, hunting, shooting, etc.

Newcastle Morning Herald & Miner’s Advocate       Saturday  27 August 1887       page 6 of 12


 

DEATH OF SUPERINTENDENT MORISSET. – For some time past the state of health of Mr. Edric N. V. Morisset, superintendent of police for the southern district, has been a source of anxiety to his friends. He was suffering from an uncommon disease known as Addison’s disease of the kidneys, and during the past week or two his illness had become so serious that hope of his recovery had been abandoned. We regret to record that the fears entertained of a fatal issue were sadly realised, and that Mr. Morisset passed away at an early hour yesterday morning, at his residence, Marston, North Goulburn.

The deceased gentleman was fifty-seven years of age and had been many years in the public service.

He was born in Norfolk Island, his father being Colonel Morisset of the 48th Regiment, commandant in the island and afterwards police magistrate at Newcastle and Bathurst.

Mr. Edric Morisset entered the colonial service in February 1853, and was commandant of native police in Queensland, at that time known as Moreton Bay and forming part of the colony of New South Wales. On the separation of Queensland in 185 he remained in the service there, and in 1860 was appointed inspector-general of police. About two years afterwards, for climatic reasons, he resigned this post and came to New South Wales, where in March 1862 he was appointed superintendent of police for the western district ; subsequently he was transferred to the Maitland district ; and shortly after the death of Captain Zouch, superintendent of police for the southern district, which occurred in October 1883, he was appointed his successor, a position he retained till his death.

He was married to Miss Lawson, daughter of the late Mr. William Lawson of Prospect, who survives him, but he had no family.

It is interesting to note that Mr. and Mrs. Morisset were brought from Norfolk Island as children by the late Captain Zouch.

Mr. Morisset was brother to the late Mr. R. R. Morisset, police magistrate of Deniliquin, whom he visited in his sickness and whose death a few months ago had a strong effect upon him.

At the time of his death Mr. Edric Morisset was the oldest superintendent of police in the service. He was a somewhat strict disciplinarian, but well liked by the men under his command. In private life, he was unostentatious and charitable. He was fond of sport and a good shot. He was formerly a promoter of the Northern Hunt Club, and tried to inaugurate a similar club here, but failed to enlist general support to the movement.

His funeral will take place to-morrow afternoon at the Church of England cemetery.

During the illness of Mr. Morisset his duties have been performed by Inspector Brennan of Yass, who remains in charge temporarily.

Goulburn Herald          Saturday  27 August 1887          page 4 of 8


 

The late Superintendent Morisset.

THE funeral of the late Mr. Superintendent Morisset took place on Sunday afternoon last. The morning was dull and threatening, and shortly after noon rain fell most copiously.   Not withstanding this a large company took part in the sad ceremonies. The procession moved from “Marston” about half-past three, being headed by six mounted troopers under the charge of Sub-inspector Casey, Braidwood. The coffin came next, and was borne to the church by six members of the police force. Many tokens of respect in the shape of wreaths were placed upon the shell. Four other members of the police, under the command of Sub-inspector Fenton, and twenty-one warders from the gaol, under Deputy-gaoler Graham, followed the body. Amongst the chief mourners were the brother of the deceased, Mr. H. Morisset; the Inspector general of Police, Mr. E. Fosbery; Captain Battye, Albury; Inspector Brennan, Yass; and Mr. T. K. Abbott, Sydney Stipendiary Magistrate. In the procession were many of the leading townspeople. The Bishop of Goulburn read the opening part of the burial service at St. Nicholas’s, and the procession then proceeded to the C.E. cemetery, where the service was concluded.


 

Appointments under the New Police Regulation Act - 1862
Appointments under the New Police Regulation Act – 1862
http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/102524073

 

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Police Dog CARTS

Police Dog CARTS

New South Wales Police Force

Died  9 December 2007

Murdered – stabbed

5 years old

4th NSWPF Dog to be killed ‘ on duty ‘ since formation of the Squad in 1932.

Police Dog CARTS & Senior Constable Dave WILLIAMS.
Police Dog CARTS & Senior Constable Dave WILLIAMSON.

The fourth Police Dog killed ‘ on duty ‘ was Police Dog Carts, who died after being stabbed during a police operation at Corrimal Surf Life Saving Club on December 9 last year.  Last Wednesday, 18-year-old Nemanja Vukadinovic, of Balgownie, was sentenced to 18 months’ jail for fatally stabbing Carts.

Police Dog CARTS & Senior Constable Dave WILLIAMS at David Carty Reserve, at the corner of Horsley Drive and Fairfield St, Fairfield.
Police Dog CARTS & Senior Constable Dave WILLIAMSON at David Carty Reserve, at the corner of Horsley Drive and Fairfield St, Fairfield.

Police Dog CARTS

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Location of Event:   Corrimal Surf Life Saving Club

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Like his namesake, hero police dog ‘Carts’ slain on duty




Police Dog FIDEL

Police Dog FIDEL

New South Wales Police Force

Event  18 October 2008

Died  20 October 2008

Accident – misadventure

Police Dog FIDEL
Police Dog FIDEL

 

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Location of accident:

Police Dog Memorial - Thamoor NSW
Police Dog Memorial – Thamoor NSW

Ode' to Police Dogs - Will we leave a pawprint ?

Ode’ to Police Dogs – Will we leave a pawprint ?




John George FOSTER

John George FOSTER

New South Wales Police Force

Regd. #  10634

Rank:  ?

Stations:  ?

Born:  ?

Died  12 October 2014

80 old

late of Bonny Hills

Funeral Monday  20 October 2014, 10am

 

a Veteran Member of the Mid North Coast Branch of the RPA.

John passed away on 12/10/2014 and his funeral is proposed to be held at 10am on Monday 20th Instant at Lake Innes Crematorium and Lawn Cemetery, Phillip Charley Drive, PORT MACQUARIE.

 

FOSTER, John George.
Passed away suddenly October 12, 2014.
Late of Bonny Hills
(formerly of North Narrabeen)

Dearly loved husband of Monica (Mickey), adored and treasured father of Ian and Jennifer. Cherished father-in-law to Greg and Julie. Greatly loved Pa to Trent, Layne, Thomas and Jacinta.

Forever loved

A Celebration of JOHN’S Life will be held at the Chapel at Innes Gardens Memorial Park, Port Macquarie on Monday, (October 20, 2014) commencing 10am.

Published in The Sydney Morning Herald on Oct. 15, 2014

– See more at: http://tributes.smh.com.au/obituaries/smh-au/obituary.aspx?n=john-foster&pid=172805343




John Joseph McGRATH

John Joseph McGRATH

New South Wales Police Force

Regd. # 6872

Rank:  at least to Sergeant 2nd Class

Stations:  Strathfield 1975/76

Born:  1 April 1931

Died  12 October 2014

83 old

late of Penrith

Funeral  Wednesday 15 October, 2014, 1.30pm

 

a Veteran Member of the Penrith Blue Mountains Branch of the RPA. Jack passed away on 12/10/2014 and his funereal is proposed to be held at 1.30pm on Wednesday 15th Instant at St Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 326 High St, PENRITH.

 

 

McGRATH, John Joseph  1.4.1931 – 12.10.2014 Late of Penrith
Loving husband of Edyth. Beloved father and father-in-law of Stephen and Suzanne, Brian and Karen, Bernadette and Terry. Loving Pa to Rebecca, Tiffany, Nicole, Scott, Louise and Bradley. Great Pa to Isaac, Kadin, Alyssa, Tyson and Heidi.
In Loving Memory Requiem Mass for the Eternal Repose of the Soul of the late JOHN JOSEPH McGRATH will be celebrated at St Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, High Street, Penrith on Wednesday (15 October, 2014) to commence at 1:30pm.
Following the Mass the cortege will proceed to Penrith Cemetery.
SUPREMACY FUNERALS
INCORPORATING JOHN PRICE & SON
PENRITH (02) 4721 2020
SUPERIOR FUNERAL CARE
Funerals
Published in The Daily Telegraph on 14/10/2014

– See more at: http://tributes.dailytelegraph.com.au/notice/86242041?random=1413238957245