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1912 Sept 7th Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) marries Elizabeth Woolford. Elizabeth parents are the undertakers of Sunbury. Samuel is a butcher and works on a Ship the “Orveito.” On Samuel’s last trip, they both travel to Australia and settle in Sydney. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was a Butcher by trade and in his early twenties Samuel John became a butcher on the Orient Line ships travelling between England and Australia. He worked in this capacity on the Orveito, one of the Orient line ships that travelled between England and Australia. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was butcher on the ship “Orveito” before his marriage in 1912.

1912 Oct 10 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) and Elizabeth arrive in Australia on the SS Orveito. Her occupations given as Housewife, Ambulance Ladies Committee. Children Irene May, Dorothy Grace, Edith Marjorie, John Samuel (Jack)

1912 Oct 10 Sam and Elizabeth on the SS Orveito. Sam’s last trip from England arrived and settled in Sydney at Milson’s Point. Samuel John (hereafter called Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)), decided to stay in Sydney and later became a tram driver. Their first daughter, Irene May, was born in Sydney on 30th July 1913. After a period in Sydney, Sam and Cis then moved to Jandowae, Queensland, where Sam became a boundary rider on a property, (thought to be called Bel Geddes).

1912 August 7th, Elizabeth (known as Cis) Woolford also from Sunbury on Thames (born 9 March 1887) born Sunbury on Thames Middlesex England married Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John), at Kilburn, (or at Willesden) London England. Soon after, she travelled to Australia with her husband on the "Orveito.” Her occupations given as Housewife, Ambulance Ladies Committee. Children Irene May, Dorothy Grace, Edith Marjorie, John Samuel (Jack)

1913 Irene May FISK, the eldest daughter of Samuel John and Elizabeth FISK, was born at Milson’s Point Sydney. They left Sydney in 1914 when she was about 12 months old. Sam took up a position as a boundary rider on a large Property at Bell or Jandowae in Queensland. Her sister Dorothy was born at Jandowae 1915.

1914 The FISKs left Sydney in 1914 when Irene was about 12 months old. Sam took up a position as a boundary rider on a large Property at Bell or Jandowae in Queensland.

1915 April 23rd, Dorothy Grace FISK (Smith & Thouard) was born at Jandowae, Queensland, daughter of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John). Married Wilfred Smith in December, 1934. He was a tailor in Stanthorpe. He died in 1941. Dorothy later married Joseph Anthony Thouard, on 11.10.43. He was at that time a soldier stationed at Stanthorpe at the Army Medical Stores at St. Joseph's and the Church of England Halls. They had four sons, Graham, Vivian, Philip and Gregory.

1915 August 15th,. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) enlisted in the 1st A.I.F. at Jandowae and was sent to England and France. Elizabeth who had come from England originally (Sunbury-on -Thames) took Irene and Dorothy home to England on the last boat to take woman and children to England from Australia. They had to travel via Cape Horn, South America to avoid German Submarines. She lived with her mother and sister, Dorothy, in Sunbury for the duration of that war. They stayed there for the duration of W.W.I with Elizabeth’s family. A.I.F records show Elizabeth lived at Hedges Cottages Hallford Rd Sunbury-on-Thames and her parents were undertakers in Sunbury and the Undertakers were on Green Way.

1915 Later that year in 1915, her father Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) enlisted in the 1st A.I.F. at Jandowae and was sent to England and France. Elizabeth who had come from England originally (Sunbury-on -Thames) took Irene and Dorothy home to England on the last boat to take woman and children to England from Australia. Three month after Sam left for the war in France Elizabeth packed up her 2 children and set sail on the “Turakina” for England. The Last boat to take women and children from Australia to England. They had to travel via Cape Horn, South America to avoid German Submarines.

It was expected that he would see service in France, so Cis took her two young daughters aged two and half and six months back to England on the last boat to carry women and children. She lived with her mother and sister, Dorothy, in Sunbury for the duration of that war.

They stayed there for the duration of W.W.I with Elizabeth’s family. A.I.F records show Elizabeth lived at Hedges Cottages Hallford Rd Sunbury-on-Thames and her parents were undertakers in Sunbury and the Undertakers were on Green Way.

After the War, Samuel FISK was discharged from Harefield Hospital and sent to a Military hospital at Brisbane Kangaroo Point.

1916 Nov 24. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) arrived in France.

1917 June 1 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was appointed Sergent Major in France.

1917 Nov 15 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was in Hospital in France.

1919 Feb 13 When he was repatriated back to Australia, Cis came back with her girls, once again on the first boat to carry women and children. Elizabeth with Irene and Dorothy boarded the “Miltidies” and left England for Australia. They arrived in Australia in on the 13th Feb 1919. The settled in Kangaroo Point while Sam was still in the Military Hospital. Later he was allowed to live at home and become an outpatient. After 12 months, he was transferred from the Military Hospital to the Stanthorpe T. B. Sanatorium just outside Stanthorpe, at Kyoomba where he stayed for 2 years.

Sam and Cis' first home after their return to Australia, was in Cairns Street, Kangaroo Point, Brisbane. Later they moved to George Street, (now known as Pearson Street), and Sam became a partner in a small mixed business in Main Street, Kangaroo Point, opposite St Mary's Anglican Church. Rene and Dorothy attended the Kangaroo Point Infant's School. On 19th March, 1921, a third daughter, Edith Marjorie, was born. She was christened in St. Mary's Church. She was the third daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth FISK.

Edith (Edie) was only a small child (2 years old), Irene (Rene) 10, Dorothy 8, when the family moved to Stanthorpe, early in 1923, when her father became a patient at the T.B. Sanatorium. Life wasn't easy for the family.

After World War I, soldiers with tuberculosis were treated at Stanthorpe's Repatriation Sanatorium. Discharged servicemen were also settled on orchard blocks west of Stanthorpe, and villages taking their names from battlefields of the Western Front, such as Pozieres, Passchendale and Bapaume were created. A branch line passing through them was opened in 1920, ending at Amiens.

1919 The FISKs settled in Cairns St at Kangaroo Point in Brisbane while Sam was still in the Military Hospital. Later he was allowed to live at home and become an outpatient

1919 Sept 11 Roy FISK married. Brother of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John).

1920 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was transferred from the Military Hospital to the Stanthorpe T. B. Sanatorium just outside Stanthorpe, at Kyoomba where he stayed for 2 years.

1921 The FISKs later they moved to George Street, (now known as Pearson Street), and Sam became a partner in a small mixed business in Main Street, Kangaroo Point, opposite St Mary's Anglican Church. Rene and Dorothy attended the Kangaroo Point Infant's School. (The date is approximate).

1921 Oct 27 Samuel Chasen FISK death aged 72. Father of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John).

1921 March 19 Edith Marjorie FISK was born at Brisbane daughter of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John).

1921 1924 Samuel FISK was sent to Stanthorpe, Queensland, T.B. Sanatorium

1922 Sam and Cis' FISK first home after their return to Australia, was in Cairns Street, Kangaroo Point, Brisbane. Later they moved to George Street, (now known as Pearson Street), and Sam became a partner in a small mixed business in Main Street, Kangaroo Point, opposite St Mary's Anglican Church.

1923 March After a short visit during the 1922 Christmas School holidays and as it seemed that Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s convalescence as a patient at the T.B. Sanatorium would be a long one, Cis and her daughters came to live in Stanthorpe in March. Edith (Edie) was only a small child (2 years old), Irene (Rene) 10, Dorothy 8. First living at Wheal Johnston (one of the tin mines) where Elizabeth and the 3 girls moved to an old bark house with detached kitchen belonging to an old tin miner named Billy Pascoe. The small humpy was about 3 miles out of Stanthorpe in close proximity to the Sanatorium and they lived there until they built a nice new home at ‘Potts Point’ named after a family who lived there named Potts. 1923 Mrs FISK and her family and first lived in small house at Wheal Johnson. (Sanatorium “San” was out along the road to Storm King Dam).
As it seemed that Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s convalescence would be a long one, the family moved to Stanthorpe, at first living in a small house at Wheal Johnston (one of the tin mines).

1923 After a short visit during the 1922 Christmas School holidays and as it seemed that Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s convalescence would be a long one, Cis and her daughters came to live in Stanthorpe in March, 1923. Mrs FISK and her family now numbering three daughters – Rene, Dorothy and Edie at first lived in small house at Wheal Johnson. This was situated not far from the “San.” (Sanatorium that was out along the road to Storm King Dam).

Elizabeth and the 3 girls moved to an old bark house with detached kitchen belonging to an old tin miner named Billy Pascoe. The small humpy was about 3 miles out of Stanthorpe in close proximity to the Sanatorium and they lived there until they built a nice new home at ‘Potts Point’ named after a family who lived there named Potts.

Other neighbours were Mrs. Potts and her son Artie and Ted Paul, a preacher, and his wife and family. Geographically the area was named "Wheal Johnstone,” but Sam and Cis christened it "Potts Point.” Later a home was built and the family lived in it for a few years. Rene and Dorothy attended the Stanthorpe State School, a walk of 3 miles each way.

The children had to walk three miles to school, (this would have been from Wheal Johnson/Pots Point) and they recall how terrified these city children were, when they encountered cattle on the way to or from school and were pleased when the family moved to Britannia Street in 1926.

The First home built by the FISKs at "Potts Point" was sold to Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Smith, who had it moved to Britannia Street, Stanthorpe. It was later sold to Mr. John Wilson, a painter, who extended the home. It still stands in Britannia Street.

Wives of other patients at the "San" used to stay at the FISK home at Potts Point, one women being terrified one day when she went for a walk and came back screaming that the bush was full of Red Indians. They were patients of the "San" who walked about with no shirts, as part of the cure for T.B. Of course, they were all tanned very much.

1924 Following Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s discharge from the "San,” he became a clerk for Mr. Jack Thompson, who had a garage

1925 Oct 13 John Samuel (Jack) FISK was born at Stanthorpe at Matron Wilson's Nursing Home, opposite the Stanthorpe State School.

1926 FISKs Moved to Symes St in Stanthorpe. In 1926, the family moved into Stanthorpe town area to a house in Symes St and the trek to school became somewhat less adventurous.

The girls were educated at the then Stanthorpe Rural School and in later years Edith’s time was taken up in caring for her mother who did not enjoy the best of health.

Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) went to Stanthorpe in 1921 and remained there till 1940????. (Mum has got the 1940 wrong because I (Graham) remember visiting him in Stanthorpe at his home probably around 1947 however In 1947, Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) married Lillian (Leila) Mary Clancy and they lived at Christian Street, Clayfield, Brisbane so he must have left Stanthorpe before 1947. Viv Thouard has distinct memories of him and Viv would have only been 2 years old at the time so something does not add up)

Following Sam's discharge from the "San", he became a clerk for Mr. Jack Thompson, who had a garage (later known as Sheahan’s Garage but maybe not this garage at all because it was on the north east side of the intersection) on the north west corner of the intersection of Maryland and Locke Streets (There was garage where Woolworth’s car park is now it was alongside a block of flats that were on the corner).

The family moved into town to Symes Street, and on 13th October 1925, son Jack was born in Matron Wilson's Nursing Home, opposite the Stanthorpe State School.

After 3 years at Symes St, they shifted and bought a home in Short St. Sam eventually left Stanthorpe Motors and became a representative for the Shell Oil Company travelling as far a field as Goondiwindi, Texas and towns in the vicinity of these towns. Later he worked as a representative for the International Harvester Company, his area being similar to that of the Shell Oil Company. He travelled for 24 years through southern Queensland

1928 June 15. (The actual correct year not known). Right on time Squadron Leader Hinkler took off from Stanthorpe at 1.30 pm today en route to Toowoomba. During yesterday and portion of the previous day, the visitors were guests of Colonel Newtown at Bendee returning to town early this morning. The plane was taken over to the point of departure under supervision of the airman himself. The visitors were guests of Mr and Mrs A H hocking at their residence to morning tea and after being entertained at O’Mara’s hotel at luncheon were escorted to the grounds. Colonel Newman presented Squadron Leader Hinkler and Mr Samuel J FISK with cheques for 71 Pounds each, the latter gentleman receiving the emolument on behalf or the local cancer campaign committee, which had been the occasion of the agreement for Mr Hinkler’s visit.

1928 Jack Thompson sold his business to Mr. Buddy Barnes, and went to Nambour to live, and Sam and Cis bought his home in Short Street. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) eventually left Stanthorpe Motors and became a representative for the Shell Oil Company travelling as far a field as Goondiwindi, Texas and towns in the vicinity of these towns. Later he worked as a representative for the International Harvester Company, his area being similar to that of the Shell Oil Company. He travelled for 24 years through southern Queensland

1929 FISKs Moved to Short St in Stanthorpe. Jack Thompson sold his business to Mr. Buddy Barnes, and went to Nambour to live, and Sam and Cis bought his home in Short Street.

At this time, Rene and Dorothy were of High School age, and travelled by train to and from Warwick each Monday and Friday. Edie was educated at the Stanthorpe State School and by the time she reached High School age, there was a High School section attached to the Primary School.

Sam was a keen golfer. From 1925 to 1935, he took an active part in the Stanthorpe Operatic Society, taking part in all the musical comedies that were produced. Sam was also on the Ambulance and Show Society Committees. He was an Honorary Ambulance Bearer and was eventually a Worshipful Grand Master of the Star of the Border and Royal Arch Chapter of the Stanthorpe Masonic Lodges.

1930 Inglewood February 16. (The actual correct year not known). A fire occurred early in the morning in the buildings in the main street. Willing helpers led by Mr FISK of Stanthorpe, formed a bucket brigade, which saved the new Hotel Inglewood on the opposite side of the street.

1931 May 16 Charlotte Hannah FISK death aged 75. Mother of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)

1932 Edith Woolford, sister of Elizabeth (Cis) FISK, came to Australia in 1932, after her mother had passed away, and lived for period of time with the FISK family in Short Street, Stanthorpe. Later she became housekeeper for Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Wait, as Mrs. Wait was ill with T.B., and later passed away. Edie Woolford later married Alfred Wait who had three children, Don, Kath and Jack. Edie and Alf had two sons, Jim and Richard. Edie Wait eventually died from cancer while living at Pomona.

1932 Edith Woolford, sister of Elizabeth (Cis) FISK, came to Australia

1925-1935 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) took an active part in the Stanthorpe Operatic Society

1940 May 19 Elizabeth FISK (Wife) of Samuel FISK dies at Stanthorpe. She (Cis) was confined to bed with thrombosis in her thigh. Her daughter Edie took her a cup of tea early in the morning of 19th May, and as she reached to take the cup of tea, she fell back dead. A clot, which had come from the thrombosis, had entered her heart. She was aged 53 years and is buried at the Stanthorpe Cemetery.

Cis was a very quite person, and spent her time mainly at home. She worked hard for the Ambulance Ladies Committee and Church functions. Cis did not enjoy the best of health, and suffered continual pain in one arm for many years. Later it was discovered she had another pair of ribs above the usual ones, and this caused pressure on the nerves of her arm. These extra ribs were later removed.

As Rene and Dorothy had married, to Edie fell the job of looking after the home, as her father and brother Jack were still there. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) then joined the C.M.F. (Citizens Military Forces as World War II) was being fought. He was with the 116 Australian General Hospital Unit at Charters Towers for a long period.

Edie tried her hand at nursing, but it was a problem, as her brother Jack needed someone to look after him as he had not been well since he, riding his bike, and a car collided at the State School corner some years earlier. He passed away on 15th January 1951 and is buried with his mother in the in the eastern portion of Stanthorpe Cemetery.

1940 August 16 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) enlists in Armed Forces. He joined the C.M.F. (Citizens Military Forces as World War II) was being fought. He was with the 116 Australian General Hospital Unit at Charters Towers for a long period becoming a Sergeant Major. He was stationed at Charters Towers and Townsville.

In May 1940, Elizabeth died from a Heart attack. Sam left his job then once again enlisted in the army eventually becoming a Sergeant Major. He was stationed at Charters Towers and Townsville.

He enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 16 August 1940. Served (I assume) 116 Australian General Hospital at Charters Towers. He was discharged on 10 Sept 1947.

1947 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) leaves Stanthorpe to live in Brisbane.

1947 Sept 10 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was discharged from armed Forces.

1947 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) married Lillian (Leila) Mary or May Clancy at St Agatha’s Church in Clayfield and lived at Clayfield, Brisbane until Lily’s death. He was employed, for some time, as night watchman at the Wool Stores at Meanderah, Brisbane. Health problems caused him to discontinue this type of work and he became the Honorary State Secretary of the Totally and Permanently Disabled Soldiers Association of Australia (Queensland Branch). Lillian (Leila) became a victim of cancer and passed away in 1957.

1947 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) married Lillian (Leila) Mary Clancy and they lived at Christian Street, Clayfield, Brisbane. He was employed, for some time, as night watchman at the Wool Stores at Meanderah, Brisbane. Health problems caused him to discontinue this type of work and he became the Honorary State Secretary of the Totally and Permanently Disabled Soldiers Association of Australia (Queensland Branch). Lillian (Leila) became a victim of cancer and passed away in 1957.

1951 January 15 Jack FISK (Son) of Samuel FISK dies at Stanthorpe from injuries received some time earlier from a vehicle accident Edie tried her hand at nursing, but it was a problem, as her brother Jack needed someone to look after him as he had not been well since he, riding his bike, and a car collided at the State School corner some years earlier. He passed away on 15th January 1951 and is buried with his mother in the in the eastern portion of Stanthorpe Cemetery. He never married nor had any children.

1957 22nd Nov. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) after death of his wife Elizabeth on 19/5/40 married Lillian May Clancy of Brisbane in 1957. 22nd Nov at St Agatha’s Church in Clayfield and lived at and they lived at Christian Street, Clayfield, Brisbane until Lily’s death. Lillian May Clancy died in 1967 in Brisbane. Lillian (Leila) became a victim of cancer and dies. He left Clayfield and went to live with his eldest daughter Irene and her husband Arthur and their daughter Betty.

1959 On Lillian’s death, he married Myra Emily Tyler (nee Rose) at Ashgrove and lived at Dorrington, Brisbane until his death from a heart attack and he died in Greenslopes Military Hospital, Brisbane in 1960. He was cremated and his ashes are in a niche at the Soldiers Wall at Mount Thompson Crematorium Brisbane Myra died in Warwick on Christmas Eve 1981 at her daughter’s residence.

1959 Sam married Myra Tyler, a former Stanthorpe friend, and they lived at Dorrington.

1961 June 5th Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) dies at Greenslopes Hospital Brisbane from a heart attack. He was cremated at Mt. Thompson Crematorium in Brisbane aged 70 years 9 months.

1961 June 5th Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) dies at Greenslopes Hospital Brisbane. His funeral was held in Elizabeth St at Cannon, and Cripps Funeral Parlour. He was cremated and his ashes are in a niche at the Soldiers Wall at Mount Thompson Crematorium Brisbane. Myra died in Warwick on Christmas Eve 1981 at her daughter’s residence.

1962 Roy FISK and his sister Grace (siblings of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)) visit Australia and stay with the Thouard family in Stanthorpe.

1981 Sam's third wife Myra died in Warwick on Christmas Eve at her daughter’s residence.

1951 His son John Samuel; born Stanthorpe 1925. John did not marry. He died on 15th January, 1951.

The home built by the FISKs at "Potts Point" was sold to Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Smith, who had it moved to Britannia Street, Stanthorpe. It was later sold to Mr. John Wilson, a painter, who extended the home. It still stands in Britannia Street.

Headquartered in Stanthorpe he became local secretary of the T.B. Soldiers and Sailors Association, and of the Stanthorpe branch of the R.S.L. In addition, he was foundation member of the Stanthorpe Bowling Club.

A man who’s spent decades of his spare time fostering the interests of servicemen’s organisations in Queensland is Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John), State Secretary of the Totally and Permanently Disabled Soldier’s Association, Brisbane

Sam is a cousin of Sir Earnest FISK, pioneer of wireless in Australia, later chief of Amalgamated Wireless and now prominently associated with TV in the south.

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1912 Sept 7th Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) marries Elizabeth Woolford. Elizabeth parents are the undertakers of Sunbury. Samuel is a butcher and works on a Ship the “Orveito.” On Samuel’s last trip, they both travel to Australia and settle in Sydney. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was a Butcher by trade and in his early twenties Samuel John became a butcher on the Orient Line ships travelling between England and Australia. He worked in this capacity on the Orveito, one of the Orient line ships that travelled between England and Australia. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was butcher on the ship “Orveito” before his marriage in 1912.

1912 Oct 10 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) and Elizabeth arrive in Australia on the SS Orveito. Her occupations given as Housewife, Ambulance Ladies Committee. Children Irene May, Dorothy Grace, Edith Marjorie, John Samuel (Jack)

1912 Oct 10 Sam and Elizabeth on the SS Orveito. Sam’s last trip from England arrived and settled in Sydney at Milson’s Point. Samuel John (hereafter called Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)), decided to stay in Sydney and later became a tram driver. Their first daughter, Irene May, was born in Sydney on 30th July 1913. After a period in Sydney, Sam and Cis then moved to Jandowae, Queensland, where Sam became a boundary rider on a property, (thought to be called Bel Geddes).

1912 August 7th, Elizabeth (known as Cis) Woolford also from Sunbury on Thames (born 9 March 1887) born Sunbury on Thames Middlesex England married Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John), at Kilburn, (or at Willesden) London England. Soon after, she travelled to Australia with her husband on the "Orveito.” Her occupations given as Housewife, Ambulance Ladies Committee. Children Irene May, Dorothy Grace, Edith Marjorie, John Samuel (Jack)

1913 Irene May FISK, the eldest daughter of Samuel John and Elizabeth FISK, was born at Milson’s Point Sydney. They left Sydney in 1914 when she was about 12 months old. Sam took up a position as a boundary rider on a large Property at Bell or Jandowae in Queensland. Her sister Dorothy was born at Jandowae 1915.

1914 The FISKs left Sydney in 1914 when Irene was about 12 months old. Sam took up a position as a boundary rider on a large Property at Bell or Jandowae in Queensland.

1915 April 23rd, Dorothy Grace FISK (Smith & Thouard) was born at Jandowae, Queensland, daughter of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John). Married Wilfred Smith in December, 1934. He was a tailor in Stanthorpe. He died in 1941. Dorothy later married Joseph Anthony Thouard, on 11.10.43. He was at that time a soldier stationed at Stanthorpe at the Army Medical Stores at St. Joseph's and the Church of England Halls. They had four sons, Graham, Vivian, Philip and Gregory.

1915 August 15th,. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) enlisted in the 1st A.I.F. at Jandowae and was sent to England and France. Elizabeth who had come from England originally (Sunbury-on -Thames) took Irene and Dorothy home to England on the last boat to take woman and children to England from Australia. They had to travel via Cape Horn, South America to avoid German Submarines. She lived with her mother and sister, Dorothy, in Sunbury for the duration of that war. They stayed there for the duration of W.W.I with Elizabeth’s family. A.I.F records show Elizabeth lived at Hedges Cottages Hallford Rd Sunbury-on-Thames and her parents were undertakers in Sunbury and the Undertakers were on Green Way.

1915 Later that year in 1915, her father Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) enlisted in the 1st A.I.F. at Jandowae and was sent to England and France. Elizabeth who had come from England originally (Sunbury-on -Thames) took Irene and Dorothy home to England on the last boat to take woman and children to England from Australia. Three month after Sam left for the war in France Elizabeth packed up her 2 children and set sail on the “Turakina” for England. The Last boat to take women and children from Australia to England. They had to travel via Cape Horn, South America to avoid German Submarines.

It was expected that he would see service in France, so Cis took her two young daughters aged two and half and six months back to England on the last boat to carry women and children. She lived with her mother and sister, Dorothy, in Sunbury for the duration of that war.

They stayed there for the duration of W.W.I with Elizabeth’s family. A.I.F records show Elizabeth lived at Hedges Cottages Hallford Rd Sunbury-on-Thames and her parents were undertakers in Sunbury and the Undertakers were on Green Way.

After the War, Samuel FISK was discharged from Harefield Hospital and sent to a Military hospital at Brisbane Kangaroo Point.

1916 Nov 24. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) arrived in France.

1917 June 1 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was appointed Sergent Major in France.

1917 Nov 15 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was in Hospital in France.

1919 Feb 13 When he was repatriated back to Australia, Cis came back with her girls, once again on the first boat to carry women and children. Elizabeth with Irene and Dorothy boarded the “Miltidies” and left England for Australia. They arrived in Australia in on the 13th Feb 1919. The settled in Kangaroo Point while Sam was still in the Military Hospital. Later he was allowed to live at home and become an outpatient. After 12 months, he was transferred from the Military Hospital to the Stanthorpe T. B. Sanatorium just outside Stanthorpe, at Kyoomba where he stayed for 2 years.

Sam and Cis' first home after their return to Australia, was in Cairns Street, Kangaroo Point, Brisbane. Later they moved to George Street, (now known as Pearson Street), and Sam became a partner in a small mixed business in Main Street, Kangaroo Point, opposite St Mary's Anglican Church. Rene and Dorothy attended the Kangaroo Point Infant's School. On 19th March, 1921, a third daughter, Edith Marjorie, was born. She was christened in St. Mary's Church. She was the third daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth FISK.

Edith (Edie) was only a small child (2 years old), Irene (Rene) 10, Dorothy 8, when the family moved to Stanthorpe, early in 1923, when her father became a patient at the T.B. Sanatorium. Life wasn't easy for the family.

After World War I, soldiers with tuberculosis were treated at Stanthorpe's Repatriation Sanatorium. Discharged servicemen were also settled on orchard blocks west of Stanthorpe, and villages taking their names from battlefields of the Western Front, such as Pozieres, Passchendale and Bapaume were created. A branch line passing through them was opened in 1920, ending at Amiens.

1919 The FISKs settled in Cairns St at Kangaroo Point in Brisbane while Sam was still in the Military Hospital. Later he was allowed to live at home and become an outpatient

1919 Sept 11 Roy FISK married. Brother of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John).

1920 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was transferred from the Military Hospital to the Stanthorpe T. B. Sanatorium just outside Stanthorpe, at Kyoomba where he stayed for 2 years.

1921 The FISKs later they moved to George Street, (now known as Pearson Street), and Sam became a partner in a small mixed business in Main Street, Kangaroo Point, opposite St Mary's Anglican Church. Rene and Dorothy attended the Kangaroo Point Infant's School. (The date is approximate).

1921 Oct 27 Samuel Chasen FISK death aged 72. Father of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John).

1921 March 19 Edith Marjorie FISK was born at Brisbane daughter of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John).

1921 1924 Samuel FISK was sent to Stanthorpe, Queensland, T.B. Sanatorium

1922 Sam and Cis' FISK first home after their return to Australia, was in Cairns Street, Kangaroo Point, Brisbane. Later they moved to George Street, (now known as Pearson Street), and Sam became a partner in a small mixed business in Main Street, Kangaroo Point, opposite St Mary's Anglican Church.

1923 March After a short visit during the 1922 Christmas School holidays and as it seemed that Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s convalescence as a patient at the T.B. Sanatorium would be a long one, Cis and her daughters came to live in Stanthorpe in March. Edith (Edie) was only a small child (2 years old), Irene (Rene) 10, Dorothy 8. First living at Wheal Johnston (one of the tin mines) where Elizabeth and the 3 girls moved to an old bark house with detached kitchen belonging to an old tin miner named Billy Pascoe. The small humpy was about 3 miles out of Stanthorpe in close proximity to the Sanatorium and they lived there until they built a nice new home at ‘Potts Point’ named after a family who lived there named Potts. 1923 Mrs FISK and her family and first lived in small house at Wheal Johnson. (Sanatorium “San” was out along the road to Storm King Dam).
As it seemed that Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s convalescence would be a long one, the family moved to Stanthorpe, at first living in a small house at Wheal Johnston (one of the tin mines).

1923 After a short visit during the 1922 Christmas School holidays and as it seemed that Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s convalescence would be a long one, Cis and her daughters came to live in Stanthorpe in March, 1923. Mrs FISK and her family now numbering three daughters – Rene, Dorothy and Edie at first lived in small house at Wheal Johnson. This was situated not far from the “San.” (Sanatorium that was out along the road to Storm King Dam).

Elizabeth and the 3 girls moved to an old bark house with detached kitchen belonging to an old tin miner named Billy Pascoe. The small humpy was about 3 miles out of Stanthorpe in close proximity to the Sanatorium and they lived there until they built a nice new home at ‘Potts Point’ named after a family who lived there named Potts.

Other neighbours were Mrs. Potts and her son Artie and Ted Paul, a preacher, and his wife and family. Geographically the area was named "Wheal Johnstone,” but Sam and Cis christened it "Potts Point.” Later a home was built and the family lived in it for a few years. Rene and Dorothy attended the Stanthorpe State School, a walk of 3 miles each way.

The children had to walk three miles to school, (this would have been from Wheal Johnson/Pots Point) and they recall how terrified these city children were, when they encountered cattle on the way to or from school and were pleased when the family moved to Britannia Street in 1926.

The First home built by the FISKs at "Potts Point" was sold to Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Smith, who had it moved to Britannia Street, Stanthorpe. It was later sold to Mr. John Wilson, a painter, who extended the home. It still stands in Britannia Street.

Wives of other patients at the "San" used to stay at the FISK home at Potts Point, one women being terrified one day when she went for a walk and came back screaming that the bush was full of Red Indians. They were patients of the "San" who walked about with no shirts, as part of the cure for T.B. Of course, they were all tanned very much.

1924 Following Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)’s discharge from the "San,” he became a clerk for Mr. Jack Thompson, who had a garage

1925 Oct 13 John Samuel (Jack) FISK was born at Stanthorpe at Matron Wilson's Nursing Home, opposite the Stanthorpe State School.

1926 FISKs Moved to Symes St in Stanthorpe. In 1926, the family moved into Stanthorpe town area to a house in Symes St and the trek to school became somewhat less adventurous.

The girls were educated at the then Stanthorpe Rural School and in later years Edith’s time was taken up in caring for her mother who did not enjoy the best of health.

Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) went to Stanthorpe in 1921 and remained there till 1940????. (Mum has got the 1940 wrong because I (Graham) remember visiting him in Stanthorpe at his home probably around 1947 however In 1947, Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) married Lillian (Leila) Mary Clancy and they lived at Christian Street, Clayfield, Brisbane so he must have left Stanthorpe before 1947. Viv Thouard has distinct memories of him and Viv would have only been 2 years old at the time so something does not add up)

Following Sam's discharge from the "San", he became a clerk for Mr. Jack Thompson, who had a garage (later known as Sheahan’s Garage but maybe not this garage at all because it was on the north east side of the intersection) on the north west corner of the intersection of Maryland and Locke Streets (There was garage where Woolworth’s car park is now it was alongside a block of flats that were on the corner).

The family moved into town to Symes Street, and on 13th October 1925, son Jack was born in Matron Wilson's Nursing Home, opposite the Stanthorpe State School.

After 3 years at Symes St, they shifted and bought a home in Short St. Sam eventually left Stanthorpe Motors and became a representative for the Shell Oil Company travelling as far a field as Goondiwindi, Texas and towns in the vicinity of these towns. Later he worked as a representative for the International Harvester Company, his area being similar to that of the Shell Oil Company. He travelled for 24 years through southern Queensland

1928 June 15. (The actual correct year not known). Right on time Squadron Leader Hinkler took off from Stanthorpe at 1.30 pm today en route to Toowoomba. During yesterday and portion of the previous day, the visitors were guests of Colonel Newtown at Bendee returning to town early this morning. The plane was taken over to the point of departure under supervision of the airman himself. The visitors were guests of Mr and Mrs A H hocking at their residence to morning tea and after being entertained at O’Mara’s hotel at luncheon were escorted to the grounds. Colonel Newman presented Squadron Leader Hinkler and Mr Samuel J FISK with cheques for 71 Pounds each, the latter gentleman receiving the emolument on behalf or the local cancer campaign committee, which had been the occasion of the agreement for Mr Hinkler’s visit.

1928 Jack Thompson sold his business to Mr. Buddy Barnes, and went to Nambour to live, and Sam and Cis bought his home in Short Street. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) eventually left Stanthorpe Motors and became a representative for the Shell Oil Company travelling as far a field as Goondiwindi, Texas and towns in the vicinity of these towns. Later he worked as a representative for the International Harvester Company, his area being similar to that of the Shell Oil Company. He travelled for 24 years through southern Queensland

1929 FISKs Moved to Short St in Stanthorpe. Jack Thompson sold his business to Mr. Buddy Barnes, and went to Nambour to live, and Sam and Cis bought his home in Short Street.

At this time, Rene and Dorothy were of High School age, and travelled by train to and from Warwick each Monday and Friday. Edie was educated at the Stanthorpe State School and by the time she reached High School age, there was a High School section attached to the Primary School.

Sam was a keen golfer. From 1925 to 1935, he took an active part in the Stanthorpe Operatic Society, taking part in all the musical comedies that were produced. Sam was also on the Ambulance and Show Society Committees. He was an Honorary Ambulance Bearer and was eventually a Worshipful Grand Master of the Star of the Border and Royal Arch Chapter of the Stanthorpe Masonic Lodges.

1930 Inglewood February 16. (The actual correct year not known). A fire occurred early in the morning in the buildings in the main street. Willing helpers led by Mr FISK of Stanthorpe, formed a bucket brigade, which saved the new Hotel Inglewood on the opposite side of the street.

1931 May 16 Charlotte Hannah FISK death aged 75. Mother of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)

1932 Edith Woolford, sister of Elizabeth (Cis) FISK, came to Australia in 1932, after her mother had passed away, and lived for period of time with the FISK family in Short Street, Stanthorpe. Later she became housekeeper for Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Wait, as Mrs. Wait was ill with T.B., and later passed away. Edie Woolford later married Alfred Wait who had three children, Don, Kath and Jack. Edie and Alf had two sons, Jim and Richard. Edie Wait eventually died from cancer while living at Pomona.

1932 Edith Woolford, sister of Elizabeth (Cis) FISK, came to Australia

1925-1935 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) took an active part in the Stanthorpe Operatic Society

1940 May 19 Elizabeth FISK (Wife) of Samuel FISK dies at Stanthorpe. She (Cis) was confined to bed with thrombosis in her thigh. Her daughter Edie took her a cup of tea early in the morning of 19th May, and as she reached to take the cup of tea, she fell back dead. A clot, which had come from the thrombosis, had entered her heart. She was aged 53 years and is buried at the Stanthorpe Cemetery.

Cis was a very quite person, and spent her time mainly at home. She worked hard for the Ambulance Ladies Committee and Church functions. Cis did not enjoy the best of health, and suffered continual pain in one arm for many years. Later it was discovered she had another pair of ribs above the usual ones, and this caused pressure on the nerves of her arm. These extra ribs were later removed.

As Rene and Dorothy had married, to Edie fell the job of looking after the home, as her father and brother Jack were still there. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) then joined the C.M.F. (Citizens Military Forces as World War II) was being fought. He was with the 116 Australian General Hospital Unit at Charters Towers for a long period.

Edie tried her hand at nursing, but it was a problem, as her brother Jack needed someone to look after him as he had not been well since he, riding his bike, and a car collided at the State School corner some years earlier. He passed away on 15th January 1951 and is buried with his mother in the in the eastern portion of Stanthorpe Cemetery.

1940 August 16 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) enlists in Armed Forces. He joined the C.M.F. (Citizens Military Forces as World War II) was being fought. He was with the 116 Australian General Hospital Unit at Charters Towers for a long period becoming a Sergeant Major. He was stationed at Charters Towers and Townsville.

In May 1940, Elizabeth died from a Heart attack. Sam left his job then once again enlisted in the army eventually becoming a Sergeant Major. He was stationed at Charters Towers and Townsville.

He enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 16 August 1940. Served (I assume) 116 Australian General Hospital at Charters Towers. He was discharged on 10 Sept 1947.

1947 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) leaves Stanthorpe to live in Brisbane.

1947 Sept 10 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) was discharged from armed Forces.

1947 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) married Lillian (Leila) Mary or May Clancy at St Agatha’s Church in Clayfield and lived at Clayfield, Brisbane until Lily’s death. He was employed, for some time, as night watchman at the Wool Stores at Meanderah, Brisbane. Health problems caused him to discontinue this type of work and he became the Honorary State Secretary of the Totally and Permanently Disabled Soldiers Association of Australia (Queensland Branch). Lillian (Leila) became a victim of cancer and passed away in 1957.

1947 Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) married Lillian (Leila) Mary Clancy and they lived at Christian Street, Clayfield, Brisbane. He was employed, for some time, as night watchman at the Wool Stores at Meanderah, Brisbane. Health problems caused him to discontinue this type of work and he became the Honorary State Secretary of the Totally and Permanently Disabled Soldiers Association of Australia (Queensland Branch). Lillian (Leila) became a victim of cancer and passed away in 1957.

1951 January 15 Jack FISK (Son) of Samuel FISK dies at Stanthorpe from injuries received some time earlier from a vehicle accident Edie tried her hand at nursing, but it was a problem, as her brother Jack needed someone to look after him as he had not been well since he, riding his bike, and a car collided at the State School corner some years earlier. He passed away on 15th January 1951 and is buried with his mother in the in the eastern portion of Stanthorpe Cemetery. He never married nor had any children.

1957 22nd Nov. Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) after death of his wife Elizabeth on 19/5/40 married Lillian May Clancy of Brisbane in 1957. 22nd Nov at St Agatha’s Church in Clayfield and lived at and they lived at Christian Street, Clayfield, Brisbane until Lily’s death. Lillian May Clancy died in 1967 in Brisbane. Lillian (Leila) became a victim of cancer and dies. He left Clayfield and went to live with his eldest daughter Irene and her husband Arthur and their daughter Betty.

1959 On Lillian’s death, he married Myra Emily Tyler (nee Rose) at Ashgrove and lived at Dorrington, Brisbane until his death from a heart attack and he died in Greenslopes Military Hospital, Brisbane in 1960. He was cremated and his ashes are in a niche at the Soldiers Wall at Mount Thompson Crematorium Brisbane Myra died in Warwick on Christmas Eve 1981 at her daughter’s residence.

1959 Sam married Myra Tyler, a former Stanthorpe friend, and they lived at Dorrington.

1961 June 5th Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) dies at Greenslopes Hospital Brisbane from a heart attack. He was cremated at Mt. Thompson Crematorium in Brisbane aged 70 years 9 months.

1961 June 5th Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John) dies at Greenslopes Hospital Brisbane. His funeral was held in Elizabeth St at Cannon, and Cripps Funeral Parlour. He was cremated and his ashes are in a niche at the Soldiers Wall at Mount Thompson Crematorium Brisbane. Myra died in Warwick on Christmas Eve 1981 at her daughter’s residence.

1962 Roy FISK and his sister Grace (siblings of Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John)) visit Australia and stay with the Thouard family in Stanthorpe.

1981 Sam's third wife Myra died in Warwick on Christmas Eve at her daughter’s residence.

1951 His son John Samuel; born Stanthorpe 1925. John did not marry. He died on 15th January, 1951.

The home built by the FISKs at "Potts Point" was sold to Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Smith, who had it moved to Britannia Street, Stanthorpe. It was later sold to Mr. John Wilson, a painter, who extended the home. It still stands in Britannia Street.

Headquartered in Stanthorpe he became local secretary of the T.B. Soldiers and Sailors Association, and of the Stanthorpe branch of the R.S.L. In addition, he was foundation member of the Stanthorpe Bowling Club.

A man who’s spent decades of his spare time fostering the interests of servicemen’s organisations in Queensland is Sam Fisk father of Irene (Edwards), Dorothy (Smith & Thouard), Edith (Jackson), John), State Secretary of the Totally and Permanently Disabled Soldier’s Association, Brisbane

Sam is a cousin of Sir Earnest FISK, pioneer of wireless in Australia, later chief of Amalgamated Wireless and now prominently associated with TV in the south.