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This image depicts the glory of British route signaling in the lower quadrant semaphore era. Shown are the up down home signals controlled by Exeter Middle signalbox at Exeter St. Davids station in Exeter, Devon, England. This was on the former Great Western Railway main line from London to Plymouth.
Speed signaling tells one the speed at which one may safely travel a particular route, which may include diverging crossovers.
Route signaling tells one the route which one will travel; by knowing the routing, one can infer the safe speed. In British route signaling, it was often the case that each route had its own signal post. What we see here is a signal that governs trains on one track (the one to the right of the post). There are four distinct destinations to which a train can travel from this point.
The tallest post represents the main (straight) route; the other posts correspond with two routes diverging to the left of the main route and one route diverging to the right.
The top blades (red background with a white stripe and square end) are the home signal arms, the arms below are distant arms (yellow background with a fishtail end and black chevrons) – these repeat the indication of the next home signal. The small bottom arms are call on arms; they can be cleared to permit movement into occupied trackage at reduced speed.
Imagine trying to "read" one's signal at night! Still, this is a beautiful example of bygone British railway heritage.
Photo by F. C. Hammersley.
Semaphore signalling still holds sway on much of the Blyth and Tyne and a nice array is seen here at the long closed Bedlington Station as GBRf 66785 passes with the Doncaster Decoy to North Byth.
Bedlington Station 22 Feb 2019
Overcast /hazy bright
Protecting Greenford West junction on the lightly trafficked Northholt to Old Oak Common line, is this fine pair of lower quadrant semaphores.
I'm not an expert on the subject, but I have a feeling these are among only a handful of semaphore signals still active in the Greater London area.
Foundation stone 14 Sep 1874 by Mrs Musgrave, wife of the Governor, architect Thomas English, opened 10 Jul 1875 for public inspection, first patient 14 Jul before official opening, as convalescent hospital for Adelaide Hospital patients. Foundation stone Jun 1878 of Andrews Wing, opened 9 Dec 1878 by Lady Jervois, in memory of Edward William Andrews, dormitories added Jun 1880, further land purchased 1877 & 1902. Foundation stone Angas Wing 7 Jun 1890 by Mrs Kennion, wife of Bishop, opened 4 Apr 1891 with an second tower, this one 52 feet high with lookout at top. Buildings used by Defence Dept as training camp for the AWAS (Australian Women’s Army Service) 1942-1944, returned as convalescent hospital May 1944, transferred to Church of England 1948.
Margaret Hart, daughter of John Hart of Glanville Hall, had opened a cottage for former patients in 1872 and was responsible for the establishment of the hospital.
“the foundation stone of the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret, near the Semaphore, having been laid at noon on Monday, September 14, by Mrs. Musgrave. The ceremony was quite of a private nature, only those who had initiated the proposed chanty with a few of their immediate friends being present.” [Register 15 Sep 1874]
“This institution has been founded by public subscriptions to afford the benefit of sea air to convalescent patients of the Adelaide Hospital, and others who have not the means to obtain relief without assistance. . . The building is being erected at a point about a quarter of a mile from Glanville Hall, in a very eligible situation, the sandbanks protecting the lower grounds from heavy sea breezes, while from the summit of the tower the inmates of the establishment can have the full benefit of the fresh air from the Gulf when desirable.” [Evening Journal 15 Sep 1874]
“The institution owes its origin largely, we believe, to the family of the late Hon. J. Hart, who himself took an interest in the movement, and only a day or two prior to his death gave a donation of £100 towards the funds. The members of the family — the undertaking being one which Miss Hart, who is now in England, warmly entered into — made up £800.” [Adelaide Observer 15 Sep 1874]
“A piece of land near the Semaphore having been placed at the disposal of the Committee by the Hon. T. Elder, M. L.C., the erection of a suitable building was entrusted to Mr. C. L. Gardiner, of Glanville. . . The design of the structure— plans of which were gratuitously prepared by the Hon. T. English — includes two wings in addition to the centre portion, which only has at present been erected. This is now so far completed that patients will be admitted on Wednesday next. The place is under the charge of Miss Hugette, an experienced matron. The structure being of white stone, with dark facings.” [Register 12 Jul 1875]
“The part of the structure completed contains a vestibule and hall. . . a back hall. . . 2 dormitories, which are excellently ventilated and each fitted with three or four beds; a nursery. . . and dining and Superintendent’s apartments. . . kitchen, scullery, storeroom, pantry, cellar, and servants' room are provided with every convenience. A verandah is finished on the back of the building facing the sea. The front, which has an eastern aspect, is ornamented by a tower 32 feet in height. Half-way up this is a small apartment intended as a smoking room.” [Evening Journal 12 Jul 1875]
“The first animal report of the Committee of St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital states that 80 patients had been admitted during the year, of whom 56 had been discharged, 18 were non-convalescent patients, and 6 remained in the Hospital.” [Register 10 Aug 1876]
“On Monday, December 9, Lady Jervois visited the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret's. . . The new wing, built as a memorial to the late Mr. E. W. Andrews, by his widow, has just been completed and furnished, and with this extension the house now accommodates fourteen patients.” [Advertiser 18 Dec 1878]
“a feeling existed in certain quarters that children suffering from bone and joint diseases should have a home where they could be properly cared for. The Convalescent Hospital, with its healthy situation, was at once suggested, and the Hon. J. H. Angas came forward and liberally offered to bear the expense of erecting a suitable building. It was decided that a new wing, to be called the Angas Wing, should be added to the hospital on the north side. Plans were drawn up by Messrs. Garlick & Sons, architects. . . The wing is to be built of Dry Creek stone, with cement dressing,” [Register 9 Jun 1890]
“the foundation-stone of a new wing to the Convalescent Home, Semaphore, to be devoted to children suffering from bone and joint diseases, was laid by Mrs. Kennion. The land upon which the present building and the wing in course of erection stand was given by Sir Thomas Elder in 1874, and was vested in trustees.” [Register 10 Jun 1890]
“suggests that telephonic communication be established with St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. Seeing that the majority of the patients who go there are either under doctor's orders or Hospital regulations our correspondent considers that a telephone would be a great Convenience.” [Evening Journal 2 Jul 1895]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, , , More than 50 years ago Miss Margaret Hart (daughter of the late Capt. John Hart. C.M.G.. of Glanville Hall, Semaphore) was a regular visitant at the Adelaide Public Hospital. Having, evidently, a sympathetic and benevolent nature, she recognised that, for the poorer patients particularly, some place of retreat for recuperation during convalescence after discharge from the larger institution was necessary. She, therefore, with the help of a few friends, procured and furnished a three-roomed cottage near the sea, where two men or two women were received free of cost for a period of two weeks at a time. The effort was so successful that within a very short space of time a cottage to accommodate six patients was rented. From those small beginnings, evolved the present convalescent hospital, containing eight large dormitories, with 60 beds all fitted out as it was to-day.” [Register 23 Sep 1925]
“During the fifty years that the hospital has been established the position of matron has been filled by only four ladies:— Miss Speed served for about one year, Mrs. le Page for 18 years, Miss Sandilands for six years, and Miss M. E. Good for 25 years.” [Port Adelaide News 2 Oct 1925]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, an old established institution at the Semaphore, has been vacated by the Defence Department, and has been returned to the committee. Sister Winifred Nield, who has had extensive hospital experience in Adelaide, Melbourne, and London, has been appointed matron. Nursing sisters and other staff have commenced their duties, and patients are being admitted again.” [Advertiser 18 Oct 1944]
“The hospital, by the way, was taken over by the Defence Department in March 1942, and used as a training camp for the AWAS. Handed back in May 1944, it was reopened as a hospital in September.” [Advertiser 24 Jul 1947]
“A hospital has been presented to the Church of England because its committee fears the Federal Government will eventually control all hospitals except those run by religious bodies. It is St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . Although the Church of England now owned the hospital .and it would be controlled by the present committee, patients of any denomination would be admitted. All other denominations would be allowed to conduct religious services there.” [News 12 Aug 1948]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . the hospital's new staff quarters, Hart Building.” [News 7 Oct 1948]
MARGARET HART
“the death on August 2 of Margaret, the wife of Mr. Arthur Powell, of Bencomb, Dorking, England. The late Mrs. Powell was better known to old colonists as the second daughter of the late Capt. John Hart, of Glanville Hall. . . Mrs. Powell interested herself largely in charitable institutions in the colony, and was one of the founders of the St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore.” [Register 12 Aug 1920]
EDWARD WILLIAM ANDREWS
“ANDREWS.— On the 23rd February, at Port Elliot, Edward William Andrews, Esq., of St. Margaret's, Glenelg, aged 65 years.“ [Register 26 Feb 1877]
“Mr. E. W. Andrews, one of the proprietors of this journal. . . the son of the Rev. Dr. Andrews, minister of the Congregational Church at Walworth. One of his brothers is living in Melbourne, and a sister is married to Mr. Coventry Patmore. . . In early life Mr. Andrews was brought up to business as a merchant, and eventually became a member of the London Stock Exchange. He came out to South Australia by the ship Anna Robertson, which arrived here in September, 1839. . . in 1840 he entered into business as a general merchant with Mr. Gorton, the firm being known as Gorton & Andrews. In the year 1841 Mr. Andrews became a Director of the now defunct Marine Fire and Life Insurance Company. . . About the year 1850 Mr. Andrews . . . joined the staff of the ‘South Australian’ newspaper. Subsequently he joined the staff of the ‘Register’. . . a member of the first City Council formed in Adelaide. . . Mayor of Glenelg. . . Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society. . . Botanic Gardens. . . Mr. Andrews was twice married, and leaves a widow and a son and daughter, the children of his first wife.” [Register 24 Feb 1877]
JOHN HOWARD ANGAS
“ANGAS.— On the 17th May, at his residence, Collingrove, John Howard Angas, aged 80 years.” [Register 25 May 1904]
“Mr. John Howard Angas. . . born at Newcastle-on-Tyne on October 5, 1823. He was the second son of the late Mr. George Fife Angas. . . left England in the barque Madras on Good Friday (April 15). 1843. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. Henry Evans, her husband and child. . . arrived again in London on Good Friday, April 15, 1854. . . While in England he married Miss Sussane [sic] Collins, of Bowden, Cheshire, and in 1855 returned to Smith Australia, and settled at Collingrove. . . a member for Barossa in the House of Assembly. . . Legislative Council. . . his gifts to public institutions were so numerous that it would be impossible to enumerate them all. . . the founder of the Angas Engineering Scholarship. . . a chair of Chemistry at the University. . . Angas Wing of the Children's Hospital. . . Home for Incurables. . . Convalescent Hospital at the Semaphore. . . Angas College. . . for training missionaries. . . The deceased gentleman has left a widow. . . a son (Mr. C.H. Angas. who is now with his wife in England), and a daughter (Mrs. G. B. White).” [Register 18 May 1904]
C&NW E8 5025A is northbound coming into Davis St. in Evanston on the outer track in July 1978. Can't beat E's and semaphores!
Foundation stone 14 Sep 1874 by Mrs Musgrave, wife of the Governor, architect Thomas English, opened 10 Jul 1875 for public inspection, first patient 14 Jul before official opening, as convalescent hospital for Adelaide Hospital patients. Foundation stone Jun 1878 of Andrews Wing, opened 9 Dec 1878 by Lady Jervois, in memory of Edward William Andrews, dormitories added Jun 1880, further land purchased 1877 & 1902. Foundation stone Angas Wing 7 Jun 1890 by Mrs Kennion, wife of Bishop, opened 4 Apr 1891 with an second tower, this one 52 feet high with lookout at top. Buildings used by Defence Dept as training camp for the AWAS (Australian Women’s Army Service) 1942-1944, returned as convalescent hospital May 1944, transferred to Church of England 1948.
Margaret Hart, daughter of John Hart of Glanville Hall, had opened a cottage for former patients in 1872 and was responsible for the establishment of the hospital.
“the foundation stone of the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret, near the Semaphore, having been laid at noon on Monday, September 14, by Mrs. Musgrave. The ceremony was quite of a private nature, only those who had initiated the proposed chanty with a few of their immediate friends being present.” [Register 15 Sep 1874]
“This institution has been founded by public subscriptions to afford the benefit of sea air to convalescent patients of the Adelaide Hospital, and others who have not the means to obtain relief without assistance. . . The building is being erected at a point about a quarter of a mile from Glanville Hall, in a very eligible situation, the sandbanks protecting the lower grounds from heavy sea breezes, while from the summit of the tower the inmates of the establishment can have the full benefit of the fresh air from the Gulf when desirable.” [Evening Journal 15 Sep 1874]
“The institution owes its origin largely, we believe, to the family of the late Hon. J. Hart, who himself took an interest in the movement, and only a day or two prior to his death gave a donation of £100 towards the funds. The members of the family — the undertaking being one which Miss Hart, who is now in England, warmly entered into — made up £800.” [Adelaide Observer 15 Sep 1874]
“A piece of land near the Semaphore having been placed at the disposal of the Committee by the Hon. T. Elder, M. L.C., the erection of a suitable building was entrusted to Mr. C. L. Gardiner, of Glanville. . . The design of the structure— plans of which were gratuitously prepared by the Hon. T. English — includes two wings in addition to the centre portion, which only has at present been erected. This is now so far completed that patients will be admitted on Wednesday next. The place is under the charge of Miss Hugette, an experienced matron. The structure being of white stone, with dark facings.” [Register 12 Jul 1875]
“The part of the structure completed contains a vestibule and hall. . . a back hall. . . 2 dormitories, which are excellently ventilated and each fitted with three or four beds; a nursery. . . and dining and Superintendent’s apartments. . . kitchen, scullery, storeroom, pantry, cellar, and servants' room are provided with every convenience. A verandah is finished on the back of the building facing the sea. The front, which has an eastern aspect, is ornamented by a tower 32 feet in height. Half-way up this is a small apartment intended as a smoking room.” [Evening Journal 12 Jul 1875]
“The first animal report of the Committee of St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital states that 80 patients had been admitted during the year, of whom 56 had been discharged, 18 were non-convalescent patients, and 6 remained in the Hospital.” [Register 10 Aug 1876]
“On Monday, December 9, Lady Jervois visited the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret's. . . The new wing, built as a memorial to the late Mr. E. W. Andrews, by his widow, has just been completed and furnished, and with this extension the house now accommodates fourteen patients.” [Advertiser 18 Dec 1878]
“a feeling existed in certain quarters that children suffering from bone and joint diseases should have a home where they could be properly cared for. The Convalescent Hospital, with its healthy situation, was at once suggested, and the Hon. J. H. Angas came forward and liberally offered to bear the expense of erecting a suitable building. It was decided that a new wing, to be called the Angas Wing, should be added to the hospital on the north side. Plans were drawn up by Messrs. Garlick & Sons, architects. . . The wing is to be built of Dry Creek stone, with cement dressing,” [Register 9 Jun 1890]
“the foundation-stone of a new wing to the Convalescent Home, Semaphore, to be devoted to children suffering from bone and joint diseases, was laid by Mrs. Kennion. The land upon which the present building and the wing in course of erection stand was given by Sir Thomas Elder in 1874, and was vested in trustees.” [Register 10 Jun 1890]
“suggests that telephonic communication be established with St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. Seeing that the majority of the patients who go there are either under doctor's orders or Hospital regulations our correspondent considers that a telephone would be a great Convenience.” [Evening Journal 2 Jul 1895]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, , , More than 50 years ago Miss Margaret Hart (daughter of the late Capt. John Hart. C.M.G.. of Glanville Hall, Semaphore) was a regular visitant at the Adelaide Public Hospital. Having, evidently, a sympathetic and benevolent nature, she recognised that, for the poorer patients particularly, some place of retreat for recuperation during convalescence after discharge from the larger institution was necessary. She, therefore, with the help of a few friends, procured and furnished a three-roomed cottage near the sea, where two men or two women were received free of cost for a period of two weeks at a time. The effort was so successful that within a very short space of time a cottage to accommodate six patients was rented. From those small beginnings, evolved the present convalescent hospital, containing eight large dormitories, with 60 beds all fitted out as it was to-day.” [Register 23 Sep 1925]
“During the fifty years that the hospital has been established the position of matron has been filled by only four ladies:— Miss Speed served for about one year, Mrs. le Page for 18 years, Miss Sandilands for six years, and Miss M. E. Good for 25 years.” [Port Adelaide News 2 Oct 1925]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, an old established institution at the Semaphore, has been vacated by the Defence Department, and has been returned to the committee. Sister Winifred Nield, who has had extensive hospital experience in Adelaide, Melbourne, and London, has been appointed matron. Nursing sisters and other staff have commenced their duties, and patients are being admitted again.” [Advertiser 18 Oct 1944]
“The hospital, by the way, was taken over by the Defence Department in March 1942, and used as a training camp for the AWAS. Handed back in May 1944, it was reopened as a hospital in September.” [Advertiser 24 Jul 1947]
“A hospital has been presented to the Church of England because its committee fears the Federal Government will eventually control all hospitals except those run by religious bodies. It is St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . Although the Church of England now owned the hospital .and it would be controlled by the present committee, patients of any denomination would be admitted. All other denominations would be allowed to conduct religious services there.” [News 12 Aug 1948]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . the hospital's new staff quarters, Hart Building.” [News 7 Oct 1948]
MARGARET HART
“the death on August 2 of Margaret, the wife of Mr. Arthur Powell, of Bencomb, Dorking, England. The late Mrs. Powell was better known to old colonists as the second daughter of the late Capt. John Hart, of Glanville Hall. . . Mrs. Powell interested herself largely in charitable institutions in the colony, and was one of the founders of the St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore.” [Register 12 Aug 1920]
EDWARD WILLIAM ANDREWS
“ANDREWS.— On the 23rd February, at Port Elliot, Edward William Andrews, Esq., of St. Margaret's, Glenelg, aged 65 years.“ [Register 26 Feb 1877]
“Mr. E. W. Andrews, one of the proprietors of this journal. . . the son of the Rev. Dr. Andrews, minister of the Congregational Church at Walworth. One of his brothers is living in Melbourne, and a sister is married to Mr. Coventry Patmore. . . In early life Mr. Andrews was brought up to business as a merchant, and eventually became a member of the London Stock Exchange. He came out to South Australia by the ship Anna Robertson, which arrived here in September, 1839. . . in 1840 he entered into business as a general merchant with Mr. Gorton, the firm being known as Gorton & Andrews. In the year 1841 Mr. Andrews became a Director of the now defunct Marine Fire and Life Insurance Company. . . About the year 1850 Mr. Andrews . . . joined the staff of the ‘South Australian’ newspaper. Subsequently he joined the staff of the ‘Register’. . . a member of the first City Council formed in Adelaide. . . Mayor of Glenelg. . . Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society. . . Botanic Gardens. . . Mr. Andrews was twice married, and leaves a widow and a son and daughter, the children of his first wife.” [Register 24 Feb 1877]
JOHN HOWARD ANGAS
“ANGAS.— On the 17th May, at his residence, Collingrove, John Howard Angas, aged 80 years.” [Register 25 May 1904]
“Mr. John Howard Angas. . . born at Newcastle-on-Tyne on October 5, 1823. He was the second son of the late Mr. George Fife Angas. . . left England in the barque Madras on Good Friday (April 15). 1843. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. Henry Evans, her husband and child. . . arrived again in London on Good Friday, April 15, 1854. . . While in England he married Miss Sussane [sic] Collins, of Bowden, Cheshire, and in 1855 returned to Smith Australia, and settled at Collingrove. . . a member for Barossa in the House of Assembly. . . Legislative Council. . . his gifts to public institutions were so numerous that it would be impossible to enumerate them all. . . the founder of the Angas Engineering Scholarship. . . a chair of Chemistry at the University. . . Angas Wing of the Children's Hospital. . . Home for Incurables. . . Convalescent Hospital at the Semaphore. . . Angas College. . . for training missionaries. . . The deceased gentleman has left a widow. . . a son (Mr. C.H. Angas. who is now with his wife in England), and a daughter (Mrs. G. B. White).” [Register 18 May 1904]
Foundation stone 14 Sep 1874 by Mrs Musgrave, wife of the Governor, architect Thomas English, opened 10 Jul 1875 for public inspection, first patient 14 Jul before official opening, as convalescent hospital for Adelaide Hospital patients. Foundation stone Jun 1878 of Andrews Wing, opened 9 Dec 1878 by Lady Jervois, in memory of Edward William Andrews, dormitories added Jun 1880, further land purchased 1877 & 1902. Foundation stone Angas Wing 7 Jun 1890 by Mrs Kennion, wife of Bishop, opened 4 Apr 1891 with an second tower, this one 52 feet high with lookout at top. Buildings used by Defence Dept as training camp for the AWAS (Australian Women’s Army Service) 1942-1944, returned as convalescent hospital May 1944, transferred to Church of England 1948.
Margaret Hart, daughter of John Hart of Glanville Hall, had opened a cottage for former patients in 1872 and was responsible for the establishment of the hospital.
“the foundation stone of the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret, near the Semaphore, having been laid at noon on Monday, September 14, by Mrs. Musgrave. The ceremony was quite of a private nature, only those who had initiated the proposed chanty with a few of their immediate friends being present.” [Register 15 Sep 1874]
“This institution has been founded by public subscriptions to afford the benefit of sea air to convalescent patients of the Adelaide Hospital, and others who have not the means to obtain relief without assistance. . . The building is being erected at a point about a quarter of a mile from Glanville Hall, in a very eligible situation, the sandbanks protecting the lower grounds from heavy sea breezes, while from the summit of the tower the inmates of the establishment can have the full benefit of the fresh air from the Gulf when desirable.” [Evening Journal 15 Sep 1874]
“The institution owes its origin largely, we believe, to the family of the late Hon. J. Hart, who himself took an interest in the movement, and only a day or two prior to his death gave a donation of £100 towards the funds. The members of the family — the undertaking being one which Miss Hart, who is now in England, warmly entered into — made up £800.” [Adelaide Observer 15 Sep 1874]
“A piece of land near the Semaphore having been placed at the disposal of the Committee by the Hon. T. Elder, M. L.C., the erection of a suitable building was entrusted to Mr. C. L. Gardiner, of Glanville. . . The design of the structure— plans of which were gratuitously prepared by the Hon. T. English — includes two wings in addition to the centre portion, which only has at present been erected. This is now so far completed that patients will be admitted on Wednesday next. The place is under the charge of Miss Hugette, an experienced matron. The structure being of white stone, with dark facings.” [Register 12 Jul 1875]
“The part of the structure completed contains a vestibule and hall. . . a back hall. . . 2 dormitories, which are excellently ventilated and each fitted with three or four beds; a nursery. . . and dining and Superintendent’s apartments. . . kitchen, scullery, storeroom, pantry, cellar, and servants' room are provided with every convenience. A verandah is finished on the back of the building facing the sea. The front, which has an eastern aspect, is ornamented by a tower 32 feet in height. Half-way up this is a small apartment intended as a smoking room.” [Evening Journal 12 Jul 1875]
“The first animal report of the Committee of St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital states that 80 patients had been admitted during the year, of whom 56 had been discharged, 18 were non-convalescent patients, and 6 remained in the Hospital.” [Register 10 Aug 1876]
“On Monday, December 9, Lady Jervois visited the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret's. . . The new wing, built as a memorial to the late Mr. E. W. Andrews, by his widow, has just been completed and furnished, and with this extension the house now accommodates fourteen patients.” [Advertiser 18 Dec 1878]
“a feeling existed in certain quarters that children suffering from bone and joint diseases should have a home where they could be properly cared for. The Convalescent Hospital, with its healthy situation, was at once suggested, and the Hon. J. H. Angas came forward and liberally offered to bear the expense of erecting a suitable building. It was decided that a new wing, to be called the Angas Wing, should be added to the hospital on the north side. Plans were drawn up by Messrs. Garlick & Sons, architects. . . The wing is to be built of Dry Creek stone, with cement dressing,” [Register 9 Jun 1890]
“the foundation-stone of a new wing to the Convalescent Home, Semaphore, to be devoted to children suffering from bone and joint diseases, was laid by Mrs. Kennion. The land upon which the present building and the wing in course of erection stand was given by Sir Thomas Elder in 1874, and was vested in trustees.” [Register 10 Jun 1890]
“suggests that telephonic communication be established with St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. Seeing that the majority of the patients who go there are either under doctor's orders or Hospital regulations our correspondent considers that a telephone would be a great Convenience.” [Evening Journal 2 Jul 1895]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, , , More than 50 years ago Miss Margaret Hart (daughter of the late Capt. John Hart. C.M.G.. of Glanville Hall, Semaphore) was a regular visitant at the Adelaide Public Hospital. Having, evidently, a sympathetic and benevolent nature, she recognised that, for the poorer patients particularly, some place of retreat for recuperation during convalescence after discharge from the larger institution was necessary. She, therefore, with the help of a few friends, procured and furnished a three-roomed cottage near the sea, where two men or two women were received free of cost for a period of two weeks at a time. The effort was so successful that within a very short space of time a cottage to accommodate six patients was rented. From those small beginnings, evolved the present convalescent hospital, containing eight large dormitories, with 60 beds all fitted out as it was to-day.” [Register 23 Sep 1925]
“During the fifty years that the hospital has been established the position of matron has been filled by only four ladies:— Miss Speed served for about one year, Mrs. le Page for 18 years, Miss Sandilands for six years, and Miss M. E. Good for 25 years.” [Port Adelaide News 2 Oct 1925]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, an old established institution at the Semaphore, has been vacated by the Defence Department, and has been returned to the committee. Sister Winifred Nield, who has had extensive hospital experience in Adelaide, Melbourne, and London, has been appointed matron. Nursing sisters and other staff have commenced their duties, and patients are being admitted again.” [Advertiser 18 Oct 1944]
“The hospital, by the way, was taken over by the Defence Department in March 1942, and used as a training camp for the AWAS. Handed back in May 1944, it was reopened as a hospital in September.” [Advertiser 24 Jul 1947]
“A hospital has been presented to the Church of England because its committee fears the Federal Government will eventually control all hospitals except those run by religious bodies. It is St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . Although the Church of England now owned the hospital .and it would be controlled by the present committee, patients of any denomination would be admitted. All other denominations would be allowed to conduct religious services there.” [News 12 Aug 1948]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . the hospital's new staff quarters, Hart Building.” [News 7 Oct 1948]
MARGARET HART
“the death on August 2 of Margaret, the wife of Mr. Arthur Powell, of Bencomb, Dorking, England. The late Mrs. Powell was better known to old colonists as the second daughter of the late Capt. John Hart, of Glanville Hall. . . Mrs. Powell interested herself largely in charitable institutions in the colony, and was one of the founders of the St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore.” [Register 12 Aug 1920]
EDWARD WILLIAM ANDREWS
“ANDREWS.— On the 23rd February, at Port Elliot, Edward William Andrews, Esq., of St. Margaret's, Glenelg, aged 65 years.“ [Register 26 Feb 1877]
“Mr. E. W. Andrews, one of the proprietors of this journal. . . the son of the Rev. Dr. Andrews, minister of the Congregational Church at Walworth. One of his brothers is living in Melbourne, and a sister is married to Mr. Coventry Patmore. . . In early life Mr. Andrews was brought up to business as a merchant, and eventually became a member of the London Stock Exchange. He came out to South Australia by the ship Anna Robertson, which arrived here in September, 1839. . . in 1840 he entered into business as a general merchant with Mr. Gorton, the firm being known as Gorton & Andrews. In the year 1841 Mr. Andrews became a Director of the now defunct Marine Fire and Life Insurance Company. . . About the year 1850 Mr. Andrews . . . joined the staff of the ‘South Australian’ newspaper. Subsequently he joined the staff of the ‘Register’. . . a member of the first City Council formed in Adelaide. . . Mayor of Glenelg. . . Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society. . . Botanic Gardens. . . Mr. Andrews was twice married, and leaves a widow and a son and daughter, the children of his first wife.” [Register 24 Feb 1877]
JOHN HOWARD ANGAS
“ANGAS.— On the 17th May, at his residence, Collingrove, John Howard Angas, aged 80 years.” [Register 25 May 1904]
“Mr. John Howard Angas. . . born at Newcastle-on-Tyne on October 5, 1823. He was the second son of the late Mr. George Fife Angas. . . left England in the barque Madras on Good Friday (April 15). 1843. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. Henry Evans, her husband and child. . . arrived again in London on Good Friday, April 15, 1854. . . While in England he married Miss Sussane [sic] Collins, of Bowden, Cheshire, and in 1855 returned to Smith Australia, and settled at Collingrove. . . a member for Barossa in the House of Assembly. . . Legislative Council. . . his gifts to public institutions were so numerous that it would be impossible to enumerate them all. . . the founder of the Angas Engineering Scholarship. . . a chair of Chemistry at the University. . . Angas Wing of the Children's Hospital. . . Home for Incurables. . . Convalescent Hospital at the Semaphore. . . Angas College. . . for training missionaries. . . The deceased gentleman has left a widow. . . a son (Mr. C.H. Angas. who is now with his wife in England), and a daughter (Mrs. G. B. White).” [Register 18 May 1904]
It is only recently I found out this not the original building, it was rebuilt in 1930 after the original was destroyed in a fire in 1913. In the first half of the 19th century a chain of semaphore stations linked the Admiralty in London to the Portsmouth Naval Base and messages on a clear day could be transmitted in about 8 minutes. The office block is now home to the Queens Harbour Master. QMH is in charge of movements within the Portsmouth harbour area
6880 Betton Grange bursts under Beeches Road bridge, Loughborough early morning on 25 January 2025 passing the attractive semaphore signals.
D3201 and 12099 approaching Bewdley. Mr Jackson and myself had intended photographing this arriving at Bewdley but breakfast in Kidderminster meant doing the round trip with these locos! This meant that 'Pickled Kidney' (no breakfast required!) was the only one of our party to get a class 50 that day!
J H Angas Wing.
Foundation stone 14 Sep 1874 by Mrs Musgrave, wife of the Governor, architect Thomas English, opened 10 Jul 1875 for public inspection, first patient 14 Jul before official opening, as convalescent hospital for Adelaide Hospital patients. Foundation stone Jun 1878 of Andrews Wing, opened 9 Dec 1878 by Lady Jervois, in memory of Edward William Andrews, dormitories added Jun 1880, further land purchased 1877 & 1902. Foundation stone Angas Wing 7 Jun 1890 by Mrs Kennion, wife of Bishop, opened 4 Apr 1891 with an second tower, this one 52 feet high with lookout at top. Buildings used by Defence Dept as training camp for the AWAS (Australian Women’s Army Service) 1942-1944, returned as convalescent hospital May 1944, transferred to Church of England 1948.
Margaret Hart, daughter of John Hart of Glanville Hall, had opened a cottage for former patients in 1872 and was responsible for the establishment of the hospital.
“the foundation stone of the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret, near the Semaphore, having been laid at noon on Monday, September 14, by Mrs. Musgrave. The ceremony was quite of a private nature, only those who had initiated the proposed chanty with a few of their immediate friends being present.” [Register 15 Sep 1874]
“This institution has been founded by public subscriptions to afford the benefit of sea air to convalescent patients of the Adelaide Hospital, and others who have not the means to obtain relief without assistance. . . The building is being erected at a point about a quarter of a mile from Glanville Hall, in a very eligible situation, the sandbanks protecting the lower grounds from heavy sea breezes, while from the summit of the tower the inmates of the establishment can have the full benefit of the fresh air from the Gulf when desirable.” [Evening Journal 15 Sep 1874]
“The institution owes its origin largely, we believe, to the family of the late Hon. J. Hart, who himself took an interest in the movement, and only a day or two prior to his death gave a donation of £100 towards the funds. The members of the family — the undertaking being one which Miss Hart, who is now in England, warmly entered into — made up £800.” [Adelaide Observer 15 Sep 1874]
“A piece of land near the Semaphore having been placed at the disposal of the Committee by the Hon. T. Elder, M. L.C., the erection of a suitable building was entrusted to Mr. C. L. Gardiner, of Glanville. . . The design of the structure— plans of which were gratuitously prepared by the Hon. T. English — includes two wings in addition to the centre portion, which only has at present been erected. This is now so far completed that patients will be admitted on Wednesday next. The place is under the charge of Miss Hugette, an experienced matron. The structure being of white stone, with dark facings.” [Register 12 Jul 1875]
“The part of the structure completed contains a vestibule and hall. . . a back hall. . . 2 dormitories, which are excellently ventilated and each fitted with three or four beds; a nursery. . . and dining and Superintendent’s apartments. . . kitchen, scullery, storeroom, pantry, cellar, and servants' room are provided with every convenience. A verandah is finished on the back of the building facing the sea. The front, which has an eastern aspect, is ornamented by a tower 32 feet in height. Half-way up this is a small apartment intended as a smoking room.” [Evening Journal 12 Jul 1875]
“The first animal report of the Committee of St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital states that 80 patients had been admitted during the year, of whom 56 had been discharged, 18 were non-convalescent patients, and 6 remained in the Hospital.” [Register 10 Aug 1876]
“On Monday, December 9, Lady Jervois visited the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret's. . . The new wing, built as a memorial to the late Mr. E. W. Andrews, by his widow, has just been completed and furnished, and with this extension the house now accommodates fourteen patients.” [Advertiser 18 Dec 1878]
“a feeling existed in certain quarters that children suffering from bone and joint diseases should have a home where they could be properly cared for. The Convalescent Hospital, with its healthy situation, was at once suggested, and the Hon. J. H. Angas came forward and liberally offered to bear the expense of erecting a suitable building. It was decided that a new wing, to be called the Angas Wing, should be added to the hospital on the north side. Plans were drawn up by Messrs. Garlick & Sons, architects. . . The wing is to be built of Dry Creek stone, with cement dressing,” [Register 9 Jun 1890]
“the foundation-stone of a new wing to the Convalescent Home, Semaphore, to be devoted to children suffering from bone and joint diseases, was laid by Mrs. Kennion. The land upon which the present building and the wing in course of erection stand was given by Sir Thomas Elder in 1874, and was vested in trustees.” [Register 10 Jun 1890]
“suggests that telephonic communication be established with St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. Seeing that the majority of the patients who go there are either under doctor's orders or Hospital regulations our correspondent considers that a telephone would be a great Convenience.” [Evening Journal 2 Jul 1895]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, , , More than 50 years ago Miss Margaret Hart (daughter of the late Capt. John Hart. C.M.G.. of Glanville Hall, Semaphore) was a regular visitant at the Adelaide Public Hospital. Having, evidently, a sympathetic and benevolent nature, she recognised that, for the poorer patients particularly, some place of retreat for recuperation during convalescence after discharge from the larger institution was necessary. She, therefore, with the help of a few friends, procured and furnished a three-roomed cottage near the sea, where two men or two women were received free of cost for a period of two weeks at a time. The effort was so successful that within a very short space of time a cottage to accommodate six patients was rented. From those small beginnings, evolved the present convalescent hospital, containing eight large dormitories, with 60 beds all fitted out as it was to-day.” [Register 23 Sep 1925]
“During the fifty years that the hospital has been established the position of matron has been filled by only four ladies:— Miss Speed served for about one year, Mrs. le Page for 18 years, Miss Sandilands for six years, and Miss M. E. Good for 25 years.” [Port Adelaide News 2 Oct 1925]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, an old established institution at the Semaphore, has been vacated by the Defence Department, and has been returned to the committee. Sister Winifred Nield, who has had extensive hospital experience in Adelaide, Melbourne, and London, has been appointed matron. Nursing sisters and other staff have commenced their duties, and patients are being admitted again.” [Advertiser 18 Oct 1944]
“The hospital, by the way, was taken over by the Defence Department in March 1942, and used as a training camp for the AWAS. Handed back in May 1944, it was reopened as a hospital in September.” [Advertiser 24 Jul 1947]
“A hospital has been presented to the Church of England because its committee fears the Federal Government will eventually control all hospitals except those run by religious bodies. It is St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . Although the Church of England now owned the hospital .and it would be controlled by the present committee, patients of any denomination would be admitted. All other denominations would be allowed to conduct religious services there.” [News 12 Aug 1948]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . the hospital's new staff quarters, Hart Building.” [News 7 Oct 1948]
MARGARET HART
“the death on August 2 of Margaret, the wife of Mr. Arthur Powell, of Bencomb, Dorking, England. The late Mrs. Powell was better known to old colonists as the second daughter of the late Capt. John Hart, of Glanville Hall. . . Mrs. Powell interested herself largely in charitable institutions in the colony, and was one of the founders of the St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore.” [Register 12 Aug 1920]
EDWARD WILLIAM ANDREWS
“ANDREWS.— On the 23rd February, at Port Elliot, Edward William Andrews, Esq., of St. Margaret's, Glenelg, aged 65 years.“ [Register 26 Feb 1877]
“Mr. E. W. Andrews, one of the proprietors of this journal. . . the son of the Rev. Dr. Andrews, minister of the Congregational Church at Walworth. One of his brothers is living in Melbourne, and a sister is married to Mr. Coventry Patmore. . . In early life Mr. Andrews was brought up to business as a merchant, and eventually became a member of the London Stock Exchange. He came out to South Australia by the ship Anna Robertson, which arrived here in September, 1839. . . in 1840 he entered into business as a general merchant with Mr. Gorton, the firm being known as Gorton & Andrews. In the year 1841 Mr. Andrews became a Director of the now defunct Marine Fire and Life Insurance Company. . . About the year 1850 Mr. Andrews . . . joined the staff of the ‘South Australian’ newspaper. Subsequently he joined the staff of the ‘Register’. . . a member of the first City Council formed in Adelaide. . . Mayor of Glenelg. . . Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society. . . Botanic Gardens. . . Mr. Andrews was twice married, and leaves a widow and a son and daughter, the children of his first wife.” [Register 24 Feb 1877]
JOHN HOWARD ANGAS
“ANGAS.— On the 17th May, at his residence, Collingrove, John Howard Angas, aged 80 years.” [Register 25 May 1904]
“Mr. John Howard Angas. . . born at Newcastle-on-Tyne on October 5, 1823. He was the second son of the late Mr. George Fife Angas. . . left England in the barque Madras on Good Friday (April 15). 1843. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. Henry Evans, her husband and child. . . arrived again in London on Good Friday, April 15, 1854. . . While in England he married Miss Sussane [sic] Collins, of Bowden, Cheshire, and in 1855 returned to Smith Australia, and settled at Collingrove. . . a member for Barossa in the House of Assembly. . . Legislative Council. . . his gifts to public institutions were so numerous that it would be impossible to enumerate them all. . . the founder of the Angas Engineering Scholarship. . . a chair of Chemistry at the University. . . Angas Wing of the Children's Hospital. . . Home for Incurables. . . Convalescent Hospital at the Semaphore. . . Angas College. . . for training missionaries. . . The deceased gentleman has left a widow. . . a son (Mr. C.H. Angas. who is now with his wife in England), and a daughter (Mrs. G. B. White).” [Register 18 May 1904]
Four foundation stones laid 27 Apr 1924; by Mayor H Slade on behalf of the citizens, by Miss Edith A Sanders on behalf of widows & orphans, by Mrs Magnus Wald on behalf of the parents of those who fell, and by Colonel C P Butler on behalf of the Returned Sailors & Soldiers. Unveiled 24 May 1925, replacing earlier temporary Memorial Arch.
“A number of plans for the memorial had been examined. . . it was suggested that the shore end of the jetty be widened to a depth of 120 ft. and a monument in the shape of a pedestal surmounted by a clock be erected.” [Daily Herald 14 Mar 1922]
“Bearing no names, but just the simple inscription, ‘In Memory of All Who Fell in the Great War, 1914-1918’, the Semaphore Soldiers' Memorial will stand at the shore end of the jetty on the site lately ocupied [sic] by the temporary memorial arch. Selected from 25 designs, the chosen one is a massive granite clock tower, surmounted by a female figure representing Peace. This statue, carved from Italian marble, will stand life-size. The four-dialled clock, with faces 4 ft. in diameter, will be electrically driven, the current being supplied by a battery. . . The bottom step of the monument will be 16 ft. square, and the whole structure, with the exception of the statue, will be in grey granite from Harcourt, Victoria.” [News 14 Aug 1923]
“The corner stones are symbolical of the men who rallied from the four corners of the globe in answer to Britain's call.” [Register 28 Apr 1924]
“The Mayor was handed a souvenir trowel by Mr. Gower, and, on behalf of the citizens, declared the stone ‘well and truly laid’. . . On behalf of the Returned Sailors and Soldiers’ League, Col. C. P. Butler, D.S.O., laid the second corner stone. . . Another stone to commemorate the deeds of their sons was laid by Mrs. Magnus Wald, on behalf of the mothers. . . ‘Husbands and fathers had been left on the field of war’, said Miss E. A. Sanders, who, on behalf of the widows and orphans, laid the other stone.” [Port Adelaide News 2 May 1924]
“The impressive granite monument standing at the approach to the Semaphore Jetty, erected to the memory of sailors and soldiers who fell in the Great War, was unveiled by Lieut.Col. L.O. Betts, O.B.E., President of the Semaphore and Port Adelaide branch of the Returned Sailors and Soldiers' Imperial League. . . Col. Betts unveiled the statue of the Angel of Peace, with wings outspread, and with symbolical palm in hand, which surmounts the tower. He said that it was nearly 11 years since the peace of the world was upset by Germany. When Great Britain entered the fight, Australia's duty was plain. She answered the call by sending over 300,000 volunteers. Of that huge army, more than 60,000 failed to return.” [Register Advertiser 25 May]
“The Mayor announced that the Misses Badcock, who had conducted the Lothian House College at South terrace, Semaphore, had attended his office at the Town Hall on Saturday morning and handed him the sum of £104, to be placed to the credit of the memorial fund. Some time ago the ladies had conducted a most successful fair, the proceeds of which were to have been expended on gymnasium improvements. As the school was subsequently closed the problem arose what to do with the money. The Misses Badcock got in touch with the parents, who were unanimously of the opinion that the money should be kept in the district, and it was decided to donate the sum towards the memorial funds.” [Port Adelaide News 29 May 1925]
“Grey skies, grey sea, and a grey monument standing four square to all the winds that blow; and crowded about its base were those who had lost sons, brothers and comrades in the deadly conflict that shook the world those few short years ago. Flags here and there lent a touch of color to the scene, but Nature herself seemed to mourn the dead, with a cloak of sombreness she hung over all. Semaphore people and others from afar were gathered to witness the unveiling of the memorial to ‘All those who fell during the great war’, as the bronze tablet so simply told, and to those present was brought home the magnitude of the sacrifice made by the glorious dead.” [News 25 May 1925]
“Semaphore. . . I have not yet seen the plan of the proposed amusement scheme. If it is the intention of the Port Adelaide City Council to permit buildings to be erected almost at the foot of the war memorial, I can promise that the returned men of the district will be immediately up in arms against the scheme.” [News 19 Aug 1925]
J H Angas Wing.
Foundation stone 14 Sep 1874 by Mrs Musgrave, wife of the Governor, architect Thomas English, opened 10 Jul 1875 for public inspection, first patient 14 Jul before official opening, as convalescent hospital for Adelaide Hospital patients. Foundation stone Jun 1878 of Andrews Wing, opened 9 Dec 1878 by Lady Jervois, in memory of Edward William Andrews, dormitories added Jun 1880, further land purchased 1877 & 1902. Foundation stone Angas Wing 7 Jun 1890 by Mrs Kennion, wife of Bishop, opened 4 Apr 1891 with an second tower, this one 52 feet high with lookout at top. Buildings used by Defence Dept as training camp for the AWAS (Australian Women’s Army Service) 1942-1944, returned as convalescent hospital May 1944, transferred to Church of England 1948.
Margaret Hart, daughter of John Hart of Glanville Hall, had opened a cottage for former patients in 1872 and was responsible for the establishment of the hospital.
“the foundation stone of the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret, near the Semaphore, having been laid at noon on Monday, September 14, by Mrs. Musgrave. The ceremony was quite of a private nature, only those who had initiated the proposed chanty with a few of their immediate friends being present.” [Register 15 Sep 1874]
“This institution has been founded by public subscriptions to afford the benefit of sea air to convalescent patients of the Adelaide Hospital, and others who have not the means to obtain relief without assistance. . . The building is being erected at a point about a quarter of a mile from Glanville Hall, in a very eligible situation, the sandbanks protecting the lower grounds from heavy sea breezes, while from the summit of the tower the inmates of the establishment can have the full benefit of the fresh air from the Gulf when desirable.” [Evening Journal 15 Sep 1874]
“The institution owes its origin largely, we believe, to the family of the late Hon. J. Hart, who himself took an interest in the movement, and only a day or two prior to his death gave a donation of £100 towards the funds. The members of the family — the undertaking being one which Miss Hart, who is now in England, warmly entered into — made up £800.” [Adelaide Observer 15 Sep 1874]
“A piece of land near the Semaphore having been placed at the disposal of the Committee by the Hon. T. Elder, M. L.C., the erection of a suitable building was entrusted to Mr. C. L. Gardiner, of Glanville. . . The design of the structure— plans of which were gratuitously prepared by the Hon. T. English — includes two wings in addition to the centre portion, which only has at present been erected. This is now so far completed that patients will be admitted on Wednesday next. The place is under the charge of Miss Hugette, an experienced matron. The structure being of white stone, with dark facings.” [Register 12 Jul 1875]
“The part of the structure completed contains a vestibule and hall. . . a back hall. . . 2 dormitories, which are excellently ventilated and each fitted with three or four beds; a nursery. . . and dining and Superintendent’s apartments. . . kitchen, scullery, storeroom, pantry, cellar, and servants' room are provided with every convenience. A verandah is finished on the back of the building facing the sea. The front, which has an eastern aspect, is ornamented by a tower 32 feet in height. Half-way up this is a small apartment intended as a smoking room.” [Evening Journal 12 Jul 1875]
“The first animal report of the Committee of St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital states that 80 patients had been admitted during the year, of whom 56 had been discharged, 18 were non-convalescent patients, and 6 remained in the Hospital.” [Register 10 Aug 1876]
“On Monday, December 9, Lady Jervois visited the Convalescent Hospital at St. Margaret's. . . The new wing, built as a memorial to the late Mr. E. W. Andrews, by his widow, has just been completed and furnished, and with this extension the house now accommodates fourteen patients.” [Advertiser 18 Dec 1878]
“a feeling existed in certain quarters that children suffering from bone and joint diseases should have a home where they could be properly cared for. The Convalescent Hospital, with its healthy situation, was at once suggested, and the Hon. J. H. Angas came forward and liberally offered to bear the expense of erecting a suitable building. It was decided that a new wing, to be called the Angas Wing, should be added to the hospital on the north side. Plans were drawn up by Messrs. Garlick & Sons, architects. . . The wing is to be built of Dry Creek stone, with cement dressing,” [Register 9 Jun 1890]
“the foundation-stone of a new wing to the Convalescent Home, Semaphore, to be devoted to children suffering from bone and joint diseases, was laid by Mrs. Kennion. The land upon which the present building and the wing in course of erection stand was given by Sir Thomas Elder in 1874, and was vested in trustees.” [Register 10 Jun 1890]
“suggests that telephonic communication be established with St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. Seeing that the majority of the patients who go there are either under doctor's orders or Hospital regulations our correspondent considers that a telephone would be a great Convenience.” [Evening Journal 2 Jul 1895]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, , , More than 50 years ago Miss Margaret Hart (daughter of the late Capt. John Hart. C.M.G.. of Glanville Hall, Semaphore) was a regular visitant at the Adelaide Public Hospital. Having, evidently, a sympathetic and benevolent nature, she recognised that, for the poorer patients particularly, some place of retreat for recuperation during convalescence after discharge from the larger institution was necessary. She, therefore, with the help of a few friends, procured and furnished a three-roomed cottage near the sea, where two men or two women were received free of cost for a period of two weeks at a time. The effort was so successful that within a very short space of time a cottage to accommodate six patients was rented. From those small beginnings, evolved the present convalescent hospital, containing eight large dormitories, with 60 beds all fitted out as it was to-day.” [Register 23 Sep 1925]
“During the fifty years that the hospital has been established the position of matron has been filled by only four ladies:— Miss Speed served for about one year, Mrs. le Page for 18 years, Miss Sandilands for six years, and Miss M. E. Good for 25 years.” [Port Adelaide News 2 Oct 1925]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, an old established institution at the Semaphore, has been vacated by the Defence Department, and has been returned to the committee. Sister Winifred Nield, who has had extensive hospital experience in Adelaide, Melbourne, and London, has been appointed matron. Nursing sisters and other staff have commenced their duties, and patients are being admitted again.” [Advertiser 18 Oct 1944]
“The hospital, by the way, was taken over by the Defence Department in March 1942, and used as a training camp for the AWAS. Handed back in May 1944, it was reopened as a hospital in September.” [Advertiser 24 Jul 1947]
“A hospital has been presented to the Church of England because its committee fears the Federal Government will eventually control all hospitals except those run by religious bodies. It is St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . Although the Church of England now owned the hospital .and it would be controlled by the present committee, patients of any denomination would be admitted. All other denominations would be allowed to conduct religious services there.” [News 12 Aug 1948]
“St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore. . . the hospital's new staff quarters, Hart Building.” [News 7 Oct 1948]
MARGARET HART
“the death on August 2 of Margaret, the wife of Mr. Arthur Powell, of Bencomb, Dorking, England. The late Mrs. Powell was better known to old colonists as the second daughter of the late Capt. John Hart, of Glanville Hall. . . Mrs. Powell interested herself largely in charitable institutions in the colony, and was one of the founders of the St. Margaret's Convalescent Hospital, Semaphore.” [Register 12 Aug 1920]
EDWARD WILLIAM ANDREWS
“ANDREWS.— On the 23rd February, at Port Elliot, Edward William Andrews, Esq., of St. Margaret's, Glenelg, aged 65 years.“ [Register 26 Feb 1877]
“Mr. E. W. Andrews, one of the proprietors of this journal. . . the son of the Rev. Dr. Andrews, minister of the Congregational Church at Walworth. One of his brothers is living in Melbourne, and a sister is married to Mr. Coventry Patmore. . . In early life Mr. Andrews was brought up to business as a merchant, and eventually became a member of the London Stock Exchange. He came out to South Australia by the ship Anna Robertson, which arrived here in September, 1839. . . in 1840 he entered into business as a general merchant with Mr. Gorton, the firm being known as Gorton & Andrews. In the year 1841 Mr. Andrews became a Director of the now defunct Marine Fire and Life Insurance Company. . . About the year 1850 Mr. Andrews . . . joined the staff of the ‘South Australian’ newspaper. Subsequently he joined the staff of the ‘Register’. . . a member of the first City Council formed in Adelaide. . . Mayor of Glenelg. . . Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society. . . Botanic Gardens. . . Mr. Andrews was twice married, and leaves a widow and a son and daughter, the children of his first wife.” [Register 24 Feb 1877]
JOHN HOWARD ANGAS
“ANGAS.— On the 17th May, at his residence, Collingrove, John Howard Angas, aged 80 years.” [Register 25 May 1904]
“Mr. John Howard Angas. . . born at Newcastle-on-Tyne on October 5, 1823. He was the second son of the late Mr. George Fife Angas. . . left England in the barque Madras on Good Friday (April 15). 1843. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. Henry Evans, her husband and child. . . arrived again in London on Good Friday, April 15, 1854. . . While in England he married Miss Sussane [sic] Collins, of Bowden, Cheshire, and in 1855 returned to Smith Australia, and settled at Collingrove. . . a member for Barossa in the House of Assembly. . . Legislative Council. . . his gifts to public institutions were so numerous that it would be impossible to enumerate them all. . . the founder of the Angas Engineering Scholarship. . . a chair of Chemistry at the University. . . Angas Wing of the Children's Hospital. . . Home for Incurables. . . Convalescent Hospital at the Semaphore. . . Angas College. . . for training missionaries. . . The deceased gentleman has left a widow. . . a son (Mr. C.H. Angas. who is now with his wife in England), and a daughter (Mrs. G. B. White).” [Register 18 May 1904]
After meeting up with 'Marra Man' and NIGHTSHIFTWORKER at Maybole, our next location was the level crossing at Kilkerran.
Taken from the crossing is the rear of the semaphore signals as I look south.
20/6/17
153 322 leaves Reedham Station for Lowestoft by the looks of the signal. Reedham is one of the loveliest villages on the Norfolk Broads. For the Railway enthusiast and photographer it's also an amazing place for it's still surviving semaphore signals, signalbox, interesting track layout and the fantastic swing bridge. It's like stepping back in time.
Mechanical interlocking machines were used to control the signals and switches at certain junctions where control was best handled by an operator on the ground. The machine was house in a building called a tower. Each lever controlled a switch, signal blade or lock. The levers were locked together so that a certain order must be followed (i.e. switches must be thrown before the signal can be set to clear). The are also locked to prevent conflicting routes from being set up. For example, if the signal facing eastbound traffic shows "clear", the signal in the opposing direction is physically locked so that it can't display clear until the opposing signal is returned to "stop" . This type of machine was connected to the signals and switches by a mess of cables and linking rods run next to the track. The last installation of this type in the United States was at Brighton Park, it closed in 2007. The link has good photos of the signals and linking rods. This video show the same sort of machine in operation in the UK, where this technology originates.
My machine does not use the same methods to lock the levers as the actual machines. However, I was able to mimic the same functions using sliding bars and thread. This machine is my prototype and will have ten levers when I have the parts. All levers are interlocked to each other completely, making it is impossible to give conflicting routes.
Ultimately I'm not building one machine but rather, I'm building principles I can use to make mechanical interlockings for any track diagram. Once I have the prototype machine connected to the appliances and debugged I'll be ready to start a more complicated installation.
Admittadely not the greatest photo, but purely just a record of the one time semaphore signals (long since gone)....plus the old track layout and signalbox at South Ruislip.
Track has since been remodelled here so that the non-stopping Thames Turbos and Marylebone to Birmingham Express services can speed through at a considerable rate of knots.
I'm sure I heard rumours at one time, that there was talk of this line being converted into a coach only expressway, directly into Marylebone !
Date photo taken, for the record is February, 1980.
Old-fashioned train signal, or "semaphore," which uses lights for nighttime use and an arm at various angles for daytime use. See the Train Semaphore Signal blog entry for more.
On a rather gloomy 21st January 2015, Arriva Trains Wales class 175 no. 175111 working 2D69 14.08 to Llandudno Junction departs past the array of semaphore signals at Llandudno.
There are going to be a couple of semaphore signals on my train layout, I'd like to have then working, so here is my first attempt at controlling them with an RCX brick.
GWR 2M97 08;27 Southampton Central - Worcester Foregate Street
Worcester Shrub Hill
23rd September 2017
Semaphores abound as 150219 approaches its penultimate stop. The signal with the spectacle plate covered is to replace the semaphore at the end of Platform 1 to enable 10 car Class 180s to use the platform. The signal in the down direction has yet to return to danger following the passing of 1P47.
DRS Class 37s nos: 37419 and 37407 make a fine sight (and sound) as they power away from Lowestoft station with 2J67 07:47 service to Norwich on Wednesday 15th August 2018.
The resignalling of the Wherry Lines will see the removal of the semaphore signals and signal box at Lowestoft. These fine balanced bracket signals are scheduled to be removed during the autumn of 2018.
Lowestoft boasts one of the largest numbers of semaphore signals on the Wherry lines and this scene will look very different once the area has been resignalled. As well as the resignalling of the area, there are also plans to rationalise much of the trackwork at Lowestoft.
These semaphore signals at Bargoed in the Rhymney Valley, South Wales, are due to be dismantled by the end of summer 2013. The replacement equipment is already in situ, covered by sinister looking shrouds. As well as the signal box seen here, two others on this line at Ystrad Mynach and Heath Junction are being closed too. Class 150 No. 150259 heads off in the direction of Rhymney with the 14:02 Penarth - Rhymney service; a few moments earlier the man in the high-visibility jacket had handed the single line token to the driver. On the right, Class 143 No. 143602 is about to leave with the 15:02 departure for Penarth.