Category Archives: Baker’s Flat

Mystery metal man – could he be Charles Gavan Duffy?

Posted on March 20, 2014 by sarthure

A little while ago, I wrote about the small metal bust of an unknown man, found some years ago on Baker’s Flat. I had a theory it might be Gladstone. But now there’s another contender. One of the followers of this … Continue reading →

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Hawthorn (no, not the AFL team)

Posted on February 11, 2014 by sarthure

The hawthorn, also known as the may, whitethorn, and in Irish sceach gheal, is a significant sacred tree in Irish folklore. Known for its general protective powers, a hawthorn was often planted near houses to keep witches away. It was known … Continue reading →

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Mystery metal man

Posted on December 13, 2013 by sarthure

The photo below shows the slightly rumpled bust of an unknown man. It was found on Baker’s Flat at some time in the last few years. It’s not very big, about 7 cm tall, and I’m assuming at this stage … Continue reading →

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Something about Mary

Posted on October 13, 2013 by sarthure

In the collection of artefacts from Baker’s Flat, there are fourteen religious medals. Of these, eleven feature Mary, mother of Jesus. These include medals of the Sacred Heart of Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows, Mary Refuge of Sinners, and Mary … Continue reading →

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Tales from Baker’s Flat, II

Posted on July 23, 2013 by sarthure

A cautionary tale from the South Australian Supreme Court criminal sittings, reported in the South Australian Register of Saturday 12 May 1866 under the headline Burglary. In summary – a man called John Lenane was charged with stealing 16 shillings from … Continue reading →

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