Cudgegong Valley History Project

Old Identity Dead. Mr. John Bayliss (72) until recently residing at Cox's Siding took place on Thursday. The deceased had lived in the neighborhood from his earliest childhood. He leaves a wife, and five sons and daughters. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 11 January 1917, p. 21. Obituary John Bayliss

PASSING OF RYLSTONE PIONEER Mrs. Martha Bayliss It is with extreme regret that we have to chronicle the death of yet another or the old pioneers of the Rylstone district, in the person of Mrs. Bartha Bayliss, of Calderwood road, who passed away at her home at 4 a.m. on Friday, June 9, aged 83. Deceased had been a semi-invalid for a number of years, but could get about fairly comfortably until about three weeks prior to her death, but was compelled to take to her bed following on a stroke. Members of the family were with her during the evening of Thursday, and remarked how improved she appeared to be, laughing and joking with various ones, but this proved merely the "flash in the pan," and in the early hours of the morning she passed peacefully away. Deceased was born at Richmond, coming to this town at an early age, and marrying the late John Bayliss, who for many years was employed as a boundary rider on Rawden estate. For a considerable period Mr. and Mrs. Bayliss lived at Pinnacle Swamp, and later on removed to Morton Main. To the union five sons were born, namely, Albert, Herbert, Harry, Charles and Wilfred, all of whom are residing in the district today; whilst the only daughter, Blanche, died some few years ago. To the entire family we extend our heartfelt sympathy in their sad loss. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 12 June 1933, p. 6. Obituary Martha Bayliss

Rylstone Man Found Dead Joseph Henry Bayliss On Saturday afternoon last when Mr. Charlie Scott, an employee of Mr. W. Underwood, butcher, Rylstone, visited the slaughter yards of his employer he found the body of Joseph Henry Bayliss lying face down five yards from the hut which he occupied. Scott immediately notified Dr. Howe and the local police. The former pronounced life extinct. Deceased was a well known resident of Rylstone, and was 61 years of age. He had been ailing for a few days prior to his death, but refused all offers of medical attention. The funeral took place to the C. of E. portion of the Rylstone Cemetery on Monday afternoon last. The last sad rites at the grave were performed by Archdeacon Bromhead. Deceased was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Bayliss, Rylstone, and is survived by four bers, viz., Albert, Herb, Charlie and Bill, all of Rylstone. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 27 August 1942, p. 10. Obituary Joseph Henry Bayliss

NEWS ITEMS At the Court House on Monday afternoon last, the Rylstone Coroner, Mr. E. J. McQuiggin, conducted an enquiry into the death of Joseph Henry Bayliss. The finding of the coroner was that the deceased died from natural causes. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 27 August 1942, p. 10. Inquest Joseph Henry Bayliss

Old Digger Passes On Death of Charlie Bayliss The death took place after a short illness in the District Hospital on Saturday last of Charles Thomas Bayliss, aged 57. Deceased was a very well known Rylstone identity, having been employed as yardsman at the Globe Hotel for the past three years. The late Charlie Bayliss was a Digger from World War 1, and was a member of the local Soldiers' sub-branch. He was held in high esteem in the district. The funeral took place on Sunday to the C. of E. portion of Rylstone Cemetery. The Union Jack draped the casket, which was carried to its last resting place by members of the Rylstone sub-branch. The last sad rites at the grave were performed by Archdeacon Bromhead. And so another comrade passes on. To the bereaved we extend our deepest sympathy. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 26 October 1944, p. 8. Obituary Charles Thomas Bayliss

Death Herb Bayliss Passes On The death took place at the district hospital on Sunday morning last of Herbert Bayliss, a well-known and respected Rylstone resident of long standing. Deceased was aged 67. The funeral took place on Monday last to the Rylstone Cemetery. To the bereaved we extend our deepest sympathy. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 18 October 1945, p. 8. Obituary John Herbert Bayliss