Ellen Milgate1

F, #5059, b. 23 April 1851, d. 17 February 1941
FatherJames Milgate1 b. 6 Jul 1817, d. 27 Apr 1896
MotherEmily Moore1 d. 28 Oct 1909
Relationship3rd great-aunt of Keith Graham Bassett
Last Edited5 Apr 2022
Birth*23 April 1851 Moorooroo Creek, SA, Australia;daughter of James Milgate & Emily Moore1 
Married Name24 August 1871 Newell2 
Marriage*24 August 1871 St George, Gawler, SA, Australia;
Thomas Newell, bachelor, 24, father William Newell
Ellen Milgate, spinster, 20, father James Milgate;Groom=Thomas Newell3 
Death of Father27 April 1896 Minyip, VIC, Austalia;
When and where Died: 27th April 1896 at Minyip
Name and Surname, Rank or Profession: James Millgate, Farmer
Sex and Age: male, 76 years
Cause of Death: Senile decay
Duration of last Illness: not stated
Medical Attendant by whom verified: Dr Naylor
When he last saw Deceased: 11th April 1896
Name and Surname of father with Rank or profession: James Millgate, Farmer
Name and Maiden Name of Mother: not known
Signature, description and Residences of Informant: George Henry McLean, son-in-law
When and where buried: 27th April 1896, Minyip General Cemetery
Undertaker by whom certified: James Hugh Brady
Where born: County Kent, England
How long in the Australian Colonies, stating which: 56 years, South Australia 34 years, Victoria 22 years
Where Married, at what Age, and to whom: Adelaide, South Australia, age unknown, Elizabeth Potter
later South Australia, age unkown, Elizabeth Harriet Martin
Issue, in order of Birth, their Names and Ages: In first marriage, James Millgate 57
by later marriage, Ellen 45, Sarah Ann 43, Emily 40, Charlotte 39, Naomi 34;Principal=James Milgate4 
Death of Mother28 October 1909 Minyip, VIC, Australia;
When and where Died: 28th October 1909 at Minyip
Name and Surname, Rank or Profession: Emily Millgate formerly Martin, Widow
Sex and Age: female, 85 years
Cause of Death: 1. Asthma & Senility 2. Cardiac Failure
Duration of last Illness: 5 weeks
Medical Attendant by whom verified: Dr Spring MB
When he last saw Deceased: 27th October 1909
Name and Surname of father with Rank or profession: William Moore, Shoemaker
Name and Maiden Name of Mother: Oney Moore maiden name not known
Signature, description and Residences of Informant: George Henry McLean, son-in-law
When and where buried: 29th October 1909 at Minyip Cemetery
Undertaker by whom certified: James H Brady
Name and Religion of Minister: B R Toi, Methodist
Where born: Sussex, England
How long in the Australian Colonies, stating which: 56 years, South Australia 30 years, Victoria 36 years
Where Married, at what Age, and to whom: 1. not known, not known, Joseph Martin 2. Adelaide, not known, James Millgate
Issue, in order of Birth, their Names and Ages: By first marriage, Joseph dead,
by second marriage, Ellen 5845, Sarah Ann 56, Emily 54, Charlotte 51, Naomi 47;Deceased=Emily Moore5 
News-Arct26 August 1921 "The Horsham Times", Horsham, VIC, Australia;
Social
GOLDEN WEDDING.
The golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Newell was celebrated in the Mechanics' Hall, Minyip, on Wednesday afternoon. About 100 people were present. Mr. and Mrs. Newell were married at Gawler, S.A., on August 24, 1871, by the Rev. W. H. Coombs (Church of England), both being natives of South Australia. The couple have resided in Minyip district 48 years, and only retired from active farming life about five years ago. The family comprises seven sons, Wm. T. J., Geo. A., Walter D., Albert. Alfred D., Herbert B., Arthur C. (all married and settled in the Minyip district), and three daughters, Mrs. C. Parsons, Warracknabeal; Mrs. J. Jackson, Minyip; and Mrs. C. Baker, N.S.W. The family were all present, together with the bridesmaid (Mary Ann Thompson). The number of grandchildren is 41, and great grandchildren 2. The wedding breakfast was in the capable hands of Mr. C. G. Herring, of Horsham. Cr. R. D. Young presided and proposed the toast of "The bride and bridegroom," and congratulated them on attaining the 50th anniversary of their wedding day. The State had no better asset than pioneers of Mr. and Mrs. T. Newell's stamp. who had reared and brought up a large family and who were so highly respected throughout the district. Their had been no break in the family circle, and it was gratifying to know that Mr. and Mrs. Newell were still in the best of health. The sons were all settled in the district and following rural pursuits with success. No family was more highly esteemed than the Newells. And he wished the parents health, long life and happiness. Messrs C. W. Potter, J. D. Heckle, A. Parsons, and H. Habel also offered congratulations and expressed hearty good wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Newell. The toast was received with musical honors and was responded to by Cr. W. Thomas (Wimmera Shire) on behalf of the happy couple. Other toasts were:-"The Bridesmaid," proposed by Mr. Beeson (Methodist missionary), and responded to by Mr. T Webb; "The Family," proposed by Mr. C. W. Potter, and responded to by Mr. C. Baker (N.S.W.); "The Visitors," proposed by Mr. G. Newell, supported by Cr. W. Thomas, and responded to by Mr. J. H. Byron; "The Caterer," proposed by the chairman; "The Press," by J. D. Heckle, and "The Chairman"' by Mr C. W. Potter. An illuminated address and a case of cutlery from the children, together with a number of other useful presents, were handed over to Mr. and Mrs. Newell by Mr. J. D. Heckle, J.P. The proceedings terminated with the singing of ''Auld Lang Syne." In the evening a dance was held in the Mechanics' Hall, and was largely attended.;Principal=Thomas Newell6 
Death of Spouse24 April 1930 Minyip, VIC, Australia;
The death occurred on Thursday last week of Mr. Thomas Newell of Main street, Minyip. He was 82 years and 9 months, and came to the Wimmera 57 years ago, from South Australia. He was amongst the first settlers at Dunmunkle. The members of the family, who are all settled around that district and in the Mallee, are:—William J. T. (Hopetoun), Florence C. (Mrs C. Parsons, Mellis), George A., (Warracknabeal), Rose V. (Mrs. J. Jackson, Minyip), Walter D. (Turiff), Albert (Boolite), Ellen E. (Mrs. C. O. Baker, Sheep Hills), Alfred D. (Warracknabeal), Herbert E. (Blackheath), and Arthur C. (Culgoa), There are 47 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. The deceased gentleman is survived by one brother (Mr. Robt. J. Newell, Minyip), and two sisters (Mrs. Jas. Milgate, Minyip and Mrs. D. Thompson, Gawler).;Principal=Thomas Newell7 
Death*17 February 1941 Minyip, VIC, Australia;
NEWELL.—The death occurred at Minyip on Monday of Mrs. Ellen E. Newell at the age of 89 years and 10 months. Deceased, who was the mother of Messrs George and Alfred Newell, of Warracknabeal, had lived in retirement in Minyip for many years. The fiuneral took place at Minyip on Tuesday.
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News-Arct*25 February 1941 "The Horsham Times", Horsham, VIC, Australia;
NEWELL.—There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral last week of the late Mrs. Emily Newell of Minyip, whose death was briefly referred to in last issue. She was a relict of the late Mr. Thomas Newell, whom she married at Gawler (S.A.). They lived at Gawler for about 20 years then went to Minyip, where Mr. Newell farmed tor a number of years, until they retired to live in Minyip. The late Mr. Newell died in 1930. Seven sons and three daughters survive her, viz., Mrs. C. Parsons. (deceased), William (Hopetoun), George (Warracknabeal), Rose (Mrs. Jackson, Minyip), Walter (Turriff), Albert (Boolite), Nellie (Mrs. Baker, Minyip), Alfred (Warracknabeal), Herbert (Blackheath), and Arthur (Culgoa). Following a service at the Minyip Methodist Church conducted by Rev. A. R. Tippett, the cortege moved to the Minyip Cemetery. The coffin bearers were six sons.9 

Family

Thomas Newell b. 11 Jul 1846, d. 24 Apr 1930
Children

Citations

  1. [S1240] South Australian Birth Registrations 1842-1906.
  2. [S1601] Australia Marriage Index 1788-1950.
  3. [S1655] Findmypast South Australia Marriages 1842-1937 Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Thomas Newell & Ellen Milgate 1871.
  4. [S14] Death Certificate, James Millgate 1896/7172.
  5. [S14] Death Certificate, Emily Millgate 1909.
  6. [S1565] Trove digitised newspapers, online http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/, The Horsham Times, Friday, August 26, 1921.
  7. [S1565] Trove digitised newspapers, online http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/, The Horsham Times, Friday, May 2, 1930.
  8. [S1565] Trove digitised newspapers, online http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/, The Horsham Times, Friday, February 21, 1941.
  9. [S1565] Trove digitised newspapers, online http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/, The Horsham Times, Tuesday, February 25, 1941.
  10. [S1696] Findmypast South Australia Births 1842-1928 Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, William Thomas James Newell 1872.
  11. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Florence Charlotte Newell 1874.
  12. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Rossa Victoria Newell 1877.
  13. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Walter Douglas Newell 1880.
  14. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Albert Newell 1881.
  15. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Ellen Emily Newell 1884.
  16. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Alfred David Newell 1887.
  17. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Herbert Bruce Newell 1888.
  18. [S1712] Findmypast Victoria Births Transcription, online http://www.findmypast.com/, Albert Charles Newell 1891.