Arthur Gully Carr, 18921917 (aged 25 years)

Name
Arthur Gully /Carr/
Given names
Arthur Gully
Surname
Carr
Birth 1892 44 32

Birth of a brotherAthol S Carr
1894 (aged 2 years)

Death of a brotherAthol S Carr
1894 (aged 2 years)

Birth of a brotherWilson C Carr
1896 (aged 4 years)

Death of a brotherWilson C Carr
1898 (aged 6 years)

Birth of a brotherVictor Allan Carr
1898 (aged 6 years)

Birth of a sisterViva Alma Carr
1900 (aged 8 years)

Death of a maternal grandfatherHenry Archer
9 November 1901 (aged 9 years) Age: 76

Note: Buried at Wollar Anglican (with Ann Maria).

Buried at Wollar Anglican (with Ann Maria).

Headstone; In Loving Memory of Henry Archer, Born London, Died 9-11-1901, Aged 76 years, Husband of Ann, Stepfather of Elizabeth, Father of Jane, William, Emma, Henry, Thomas, George, Robert & James.

Birth of a sisterDaphne Grace Carr
1903 (aged 11 years)

Death of a sisterMargaret Blanche Carr
1 October 1907 (aged 15 years)

Note: Obituary

Obituary

The sad news of Miss Blanche Carr's death came as a shock to her many friends. The deceased, who was only 19 years of age, passed away at Gulgong on the 2nd inst., the cause of death being pneumonia. Her remains were interred in the Church of England portion of the Ulan cemetery on Thursday. The funeral procession arrived from Gulgong at 2 p.m., and a short service was held in the church. Mr. G. Carr, father of deceased, arrived from Gilgandra just as the funeral reached the cemetery. The meeting, indeed, was sad. Mr. and Mrs. Carr and family are assured that they have the warmest sympathy of their Ulan friends. Archdeacon Geer conducted the service.

Death of a maternal grandmotherAnn
6 February 1908 (aged 16 years) Age: 73

Note: Buried at Wollar (with Henry).
Death of a fatherGeorge Carr
25 February 1915 (aged 23 years)

Note: Died in Gulgong.

Died in Gulgong.

Mr. George Carr. Another old and highly respected resident of the district, in the person of Mr. George Carr, of Murragamba, Ulan, has taken the long trail across the abyss of death. Deceased had been very unwell for some considerable time, and was under the care of the doctor on several occasions during recent years. He was born on the Goulburn River in 1848, and five years later his parents removed to Wilpinjong, where he and his brothers subsequently became shepherds for Mr. Tindale. It was a hard and strenuous life in those early days. There were numbers of blacks about, and the tribes wandered at their own free will. The Carr boys were at times left in the solo charge of one of the faithful lubras. By the time he was twelve George was able to assist his father to put in four acres of wheat and to cut it with the almost obsolete reaping hook. The seed was thrashed out by means of a flail. Each family had to grind its own flour, and the brown bread thus produced formed their staple food. Mobs of wild cattle roamed about and when the larder was low a raid was made on them. When a few wiry steeds were wanted the neighbours gathered round and yarded a mob of brumbies, from which they made their pick. When the flour gave out young Carr and his brothers would go to Mudgee, Muswellbrook, or even Maitland for it. Upon one occasion he saw the Hunter in flood, and was held up for weeks owing to the country being under water. He sometimes took down loads of wool and returned with food supplies. In due course Mr. Carr became a pit sawyer, in company with Mr. Archer, and made Miss Jane Archer his wife in 1875. He continued to work with Mr. Archer until he took up a selection on Murragamba Creek, where he resided until his death. In 1892 he was successfully operated on by Dr. McCormick for hydatids. His last illness began about eleven months ago, and the best medical skill was sought, but he never recovered. The end came in Gulgong on Thursday. The remains were conveyed to Ulan for interment, the service at the graveside being conducted by the Rev. H. Woodger. He leaves a widow and nine children, viz., Annie, Elizabeth, William, Victor, Viva, and Daphne, of Murragamba, Henry (Hillston), and Arthur (Upper Botobolar).

Death of a sisterDaphne Grace Carr
4 March 1915 (aged 23 years)
Note: Obituary

Obituary

The death took place in the Gulgong Hospital on Thursday of Miss Daphne Grace Carr, the 12-year-old daughter of Mrs. P. Carr, of Ulan. Deceased had only been an inmate of the institution for six days with an attack of double pneumonia. She was a very bright girl and only recently, as a pupil of Murragamba School, won her scholarship certificate. We sympathise with the family, which has lately had more than the ordinary share of worry. Only three weeks ago Mr. George Carr, sen., passed away, and on Thursday, the daughter. Up till a few days ago one of the sons was an inmate of the Gulgong Hospital. Deceased left the following brothers and sisters to mourn: Misses Annie Elizabeth, and Viva Carr, and Messrs. Henry, George, William, Arthur and Victor Carr. The interment took place at Ulan on Friday last, the Rev. H. Woodger officiating.

Death 30 July 1917 (aged 25 years)
Note: ROLL OF HONOUR

ROLL OF HONOUR
Arthur Gully Carr
Service number 59
Rank Corporal
Unit 36th Australian Infantry Battalion
Service Australian Imperial Force
Conflict/Operation First World War, 1914-1918
Conflict Eligibility Date First World War, 1914-1921
Date of Death 30 July 1917
Place of Death France
Cause of Death Died of wounds
Age at Death 25
Place of Association Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
Cemetery or Memorial Details Etaples Military Cemetery, Etaples, Nord Pas de Calais, France
Source AWM145 Roll of Honour cards, 1914-1918 War, Army

Note: Died of Wounds

Died of Wounds

CORPORAL ARTHUR G. CARR. Word has come to hand that Corporal A. G. Carr, of Ulan, is officially reported as having died of wounds. He was previously reported wounded and suffering from the effects of gas. Corporal Carr was 25 years of age, and was a son of Mrs. and the late Mr. G. Carr, of Ulan. Corporal Carr was well known in and around this district, at one time being school teacher at Botobolar. Another brother, Private George Carr, has been wounded, but has returned to the firing line. The late Corporal Carr was a cousin of Mrs. W. Cox, of Mudgee. To the bereaved mother and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy.

Note: Private Arthur Carr.

Private Arthur Carr.

DIED IN HOSPITAL IN FRANCE. LETTERS FROM THE HOSPITAL. AND FROM A COMRADE. Mrs. George Carr, of Ulan, has received two letters in connection with the death of her son, Private Arthur Carr, from wounds received in the fighting in France, one from Lady Mary Bradford, the other from Corporal W. H. Phillips, a mate of the deceased soldier. Mrs. Carr has another son in khaki and also in France, Private George Carr, who some time back had part of his hand shot away. Two cousins of the above soldiers, sons of Mr. William Carr, of Ulan; have also done their duty by their country. Of these, Private Walter has been killed, and Private John has been wounded, and is now enjoying six months' leave to recuperate. Of Private Arthur Carr's death, Lady Mary Bradford (who is a letter writer at the 24th General Hospital, France, writes, under date July 31:- "I deeply regret to say that your dear son, Corporal A. G. Carr, died at 5 p.m. yesterday. After I wrote to you on July 29 he gradually got weaker. Yesterday he only just knew me, and sent his love to you and his sisters and brothers. He was hopelessly ill from the beginning - his wound was so severe and his system was poisoned from the effect of his wounds. He was quite comfortable and happy - in no pain but he left no other message. He had a skilled medical man and sister. All join in deepest sympathy - Lady Mary Bradford (letter writer). "He will be buried with all honor in the military cemetery at Etaples and if you wish for a photograph of his grave you can get one if you write to the Director of Graves. We all join with deepest sympathy. He was a dear boy, and so good and patient. Corporal Phillips writes from France under date of August 24: - "I deeply regret having to write to you reporting the death of your son and my dear comrade, Arthur, which occurred on July 30 from wounds. He was wounded in the ankle and leg on July 28, not, as we all thought seriously, and we had great hopes that he would progress favorably, and soon recover. But we were terribly surprised and shocked when the sad news came through yesterday (23) - after three weeks - that he had succumbed to his injuries. Poor George is grief stricken, and quite unable to write or do anything for the time being, so I am writing to you. We haven't any particulars to hand yet, just simply the report of his death. Later on, no doubt , either George or myself will be in a position to tell you more in detail. I feel as though I have lost a brother, for Arthur George, and I were close and intimate companions right from the time we were in Broadmeadows Camp, and nicer and more gentlemanly boys it would be hard to find; and in saying this I voice the opinion of all in the battalion who knew them. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in this time of sorrow and bereavement. It is very hard, I know, to lose those whom we love, but you must, I feel sure, feel proud of him who served his country so nobly and unselfishly. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow, is my sincere wish. P.S. - If there is anything I can do in any way at all please do not hesitate to write me, as I would deem it a privilege and honor to serve you.

Return thanks 20 September 1917 (1 month after death)

Note: RETURN THANKS.

RETURN THANKS.

MRS. GEO. CARR and FAMILY desire to tender their sincere thanks for all cards and letters and other tokens of sympathy in connection with the death at the front of her and their beloved son and brother, Corporal Arthur G. Carr.

Family with parents
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Marriage Marriage1875
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Birth: 1892 44 32
Death: 30 July 1917France
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Birth: 1903 55 43
Death: 4 March 1915Gulgong District Hospital, Gulgong, New South Wales, Australia
Death

ROLL OF HONOUR
Arthur Gully Carr
Service number 59
Rank Corporal
Unit 36th Australian Infantry Battalion
Service Australian Imperial Force
Conflict/Operation First World War, 1914-1918
Conflict Eligibility Date First World War, 1914-1921
Date of Death 30 July 1917
Place of Death France
Cause of Death Died of wounds
Age at Death 25
Place of Association Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
Cemetery or Memorial Details Etaples Military Cemetery, Etaples, Nord Pas de Calais, France
Source AWM145 Roll of Honour cards, 1914-1918 War, Army

Death

Died of Wounds

CORPORAL ARTHUR G. CARR. Word has come to hand that Corporal A. G. Carr, of Ulan, is officially reported as having died of wounds. He was previously reported wounded and suffering from the effects of gas. Corporal Carr was 25 years of age, and was a son of Mrs. and the late Mr. G. Carr, of Ulan. Corporal Carr was well known in and around this district, at one time being school teacher at Botobolar. Another brother, Private George Carr, has been wounded, but has returned to the firing line. The late Corporal Carr was a cousin of Mrs. W. Cox, of Mudgee. To the bereaved mother and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy.

Death

Private Arthur Carr.

DIED IN HOSPITAL IN FRANCE. LETTERS FROM THE HOSPITAL. AND FROM A COMRADE. Mrs. George Carr, of Ulan, has received two letters in connection with the death of her son, Private Arthur Carr, from wounds received in the fighting in France, one from Lady Mary Bradford, the other from Corporal W. H. Phillips, a mate of the deceased soldier. Mrs. Carr has another son in khaki and also in France, Private George Carr, who some time back had part of his hand shot away. Two cousins of the above soldiers, sons of Mr. William Carr, of Ulan; have also done their duty by their country. Of these, Private Walter has been killed, and Private John has been wounded, and is now enjoying six months' leave to recuperate. Of Private Arthur Carr's death, Lady Mary Bradford (who is a letter writer at the 24th General Hospital, France, writes, under date July 31:- "I deeply regret to say that your dear son, Corporal A. G. Carr, died at 5 p.m. yesterday. After I wrote to you on July 29 he gradually got weaker. Yesterday he only just knew me, and sent his love to you and his sisters and brothers. He was hopelessly ill from the beginning - his wound was so severe and his system was poisoned from the effect of his wounds. He was quite comfortable and happy - in no pain but he left no other message. He had a skilled medical man and sister. All join in deepest sympathy - Lady Mary Bradford (letter writer). "He will be buried with all honor in the military cemetery at Etaples and if you wish for a photograph of his grave you can get one if you write to the Director of Graves. We all join with deepest sympathy. He was a dear boy, and so good and patient. Corporal Phillips writes from France under date of August 24: - "I deeply regret having to write to you reporting the death of your son and my dear comrade, Arthur, which occurred on July 30 from wounds. He was wounded in the ankle and leg on July 28, not, as we all thought seriously, and we had great hopes that he would progress favorably, and soon recover. But we were terribly surprised and shocked when the sad news came through yesterday (23) - after three weeks - that he had succumbed to his injuries. Poor George is grief stricken, and quite unable to write or do anything for the time being, so I am writing to you. We haven't any particulars to hand yet, just simply the report of his death. Later on, no doubt , either George or myself will be in a position to tell you more in detail. I feel as though I have lost a brother, for Arthur George, and I were close and intimate companions right from the time we were in Broadmeadows Camp, and nicer and more gentlemanly boys it would be hard to find; and in saying this I voice the opinion of all in the battalion who knew them. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in this time of sorrow and bereavement. It is very hard, I know, to lose those whom we love, but you must, I feel sure, feel proud of him who served his country so nobly and unselfishly. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow, is my sincere wish. P.S. - If there is anything I can do in any way at all please do not hesitate to write me, as I would deem it a privilege and honor to serve you.

Return thanks

RETURN THANKS.

MRS. GEO. CARR and FAMILY desire to tender their sincere thanks for all cards and letters and other tokens of sympathy in connection with the death at the front of her and their beloved son and brother, Corporal Arthur G. Carr.