Sir Henry Parkes, was a colonial Australian politician and longest non-consecutive Premier of the Colony of New South Wales, the present-day state of New South Wales in the Commonwealth of Australia. He has been referred to as the "Father of Federation" due to his early promotion for the federation of the six colonies of Australia, as an early critic of British convict transportation and as a proponent for the expansion of the Australian continental rail network.
Spouse(s)Clarinda Varney (m. 1836 d. 1888) · Eleanor Dixon (m. 1889 d. 1895) · Julia Lynch (m. 1895 1896; his death)
ChildrenThomas · Clarinda Martha · Clarinda Sarah · Robert · Mary · Mary Edith · Milton · Lily Maria · Annie · Gertrude · Varney · Lily Faulconbridge · Sydney · Kenilworth · Aurora · Henry Cobden · Charles Jessel
"Sarah Frances (Fanny) Durack (27 October 1889 20 March 1956), also known by her married name Fanny Gately, was an Australian competition swimmer. From 1910 until 1918 she was the world's greatest female swimmer across all distances from freestyle sprints to the mile marathon".
Over to you now Ted.
watsea said
08:40 AM Jun 8, 2024
Thanks DickO.
Who is this well known Australian? The early photo does not indicate his various exploits since. A few hints there maybe.
Yes, DickO. It is Dick Smith. I thought helicopter pilot photo would really help. Once he lost that real youngster look, he always seems to look like a Dick Smith in all his photos. In 1983, I was holidaying on Heron Island and Dick Smith arrived in his helicopter. He was shown around by island as treated as a dignitary. I was surprised how small the helicopter was.
Richard Harold SmithACFRSA(born 18 March 1944) is an Australian entrepreneur and aviator.[1] He is the founder of Dick Smith Electronics, Australian Geographic and Dick Smith Foods. Smith has had a long interest in aviation and holds a number of world records in the field. A major philanthropist, he supports a number of charities and conservation efforts.
Harold Edward Holt CH was an Australian politician and lawyer who served as the 17th Prime Minister of Australia from 1966 until his disappearance and presumed death in 1967. He held office as leader of the Liberal Party of Australia.
Hi Dicko. No sign of Dorian.
Morning Ken, been having problems with GN messages, any drama your end?
Hi Santa. All ok my end, no problems.
Go Santa!
I understand Santa is not well so I'll take his turn for him. Who is this Gentleman ?
An early Politician in NSW...
John Robertson?
Not John Robertson Dicko...
Jay&Dee
Henry Parkes?
Henry Parkes it is Dicko. Over to you.
Henry Parkes
Sir Henry Parkes, was a colonial Australian politician and longest non-consecutive Premier of the Colony of New South Wales, the present-day state of New South Wales in the Commonwealth of Australia. He has been referred to as the "Father of Federation" due to his early promotion for the federation of the six colonies of Australia, as an early critic of British convict transportation and as a proponent for the expansion of the Australian continental rail network.
Who is this famous lady?
Time for a clue?
A very famous sporting celebrity!
I reckon you are right Ted.
"Sarah Frances (Fanny) Durack (27 October 1889 20 March 1956), also known by her married name Fanny Gately, was an Australian competition swimmer. From 1910 until 1918 she was the world's greatest female swimmer across all distances from freestyle sprints to the mile marathon".
Over to you now Ted.
Thanks DickO.
Who is this well known Australian? The early photo does not indicate his various exploits since. A few hints there maybe.
The youngsters South-wester and rain coat are not an indication of his later land and aerial activities.
Time for another clue.
How about a more recent photo of the person. Possibly a bit more recognisable for people.
Edit: Hope the image comes visible for those interested.
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of June 2024 09:17:52 AM
Can't see the image.
ok. No pic visible.
Sorry, I will have to sort this out later. Some other things need my attention now.
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of June 2024 10:10:25 AM
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of June 2024 10:11:33 AM
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of June 2024 10:23:34 AM
I have included a different version of the photo which is saved on my iPad.
Looks like it has attached and visible.
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of June 2024 06:58:02 PM
Looks like a young Dick Smith.
Yes, DickO. It is Dick Smith. I thought helicopter pilot photo would really help. Once he lost that real youngster look, he always seems to look like a Dick Smith in all his photos. In 1983, I was holidaying on Heron Island and Dick Smith arrived in his helicopter. He was shown around by island as treated as a dignitary. I was surprised how small the helicopter was.
Richard Harold Smith AC FRSA(born 18 March 1944) is an Australian entrepreneur and aviator.[1] He is the founder of Dick Smith Electronics, Australian Geographic and Dick Smith Foods. Smith has had a long interest in aviation and holds a number of world records in the field. A major philanthropist, he supports a number of charities and conservation efforts.
In 2015, he was awarded the Companion of the Order of Australia.[3]He is a fellow of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry.
Who will have for us next?
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of June 2024 11:23:02 PM
I suppose it's me again, so here goes...
Who is this Australian politician?
Would it be a young Harold Holt !!
Yes Ken, it would be a young Harold Holt.
Over to you!
Prime Minister of Australia (19661967)
Harold Edward Holt CH was an Australian politician and lawyer who served as the 17th Prime Minister of Australia from 1966 until his disappearance and presumed death in 1967. He held office as leader of the Liberal Party of Australia.
Born: 5 August 1908, Stanmore
Died: 17 December 1967 (age 59 years), Cheviot Beach
Party: Liberal Party of Australia
Education: Melbourne Law School (19271930), Randwick Public School
Wesley College, Abbotsholme College
Spouse: Zara Bate (married 19461967)
Children: Nicholas Holt, Sam Holt, Andrew Holt
Thank You Dicko... Now who is this man ?
Hi BG,
seems that you did a double up from last year. It looks like the previous photo that you posted.
Looks like Anthony Newley again.