Sylvia Pearl Victoria ROBINS [1265]

  General Notes:

The Narracan Shire Advocate (Vic. : 1889 - 1923) Wed 3 Jul 1912 Page 3
Local and General News.
On Wednesday, 12th ult, Mr W. McKee (of the Two-Mile, Moe) was married to Miss David, of Coalville; whilst on Wednesday last Mr Fred. A. Wilson (Moe) and Miss Sylvia Robins (daughter of Mr and Mrs H. Robins, of Willow Grove) were united in the holy bonds of matrimony. Pressure upon our space forbids the publication of detailed reports in this issue.
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The Narracan Shire Advocate (Vic. : 1889 - 1923) Wed 10 Jul 1912 Page 1
WEDDING.
WEDDING.
WILSON - ROBINS.
A very pretty wedding was celebrated on Wednesday. 26th ult, at the Willow Grove Mechanics' Institute, when Mr Frederick A. Wilson (eldest son of Mr and Mrs Wilson, of " Mount Speed," Trafalgar) was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Sylvia Pearl Victoria Robins (second daughter of Mr and Mrs Robins, of Willow Grove).

The Rev. H. G. Trebilco [Methodist minister) was the officiating clergyman. The bride, who was dressed in ivory Japanese silk, trimmed with net, guipure insertion and tassels, and who also wore the orthodox wreath and veil and carried a handsome shower bouquet, was given away by her father.

Miss Robins and Miss Ivy Robins (sisters of the bride) officiated as bridesmaids. Miss Robins was dressed in a maize-coloured voile, over ivory silk, trimmed with ivory silk insertion, and fringe and girdle. She also carried a bouquet of pink roses, white marguerites and asparagus fern. Miss Ivy Robins wore a dress of ivory silk, trimmed with cream lace, and relieved with pale blue ribbon. The latter also carried a crook decorated with white and pale blue ribbon. " Mr Bert. Wilson (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man. The hall was very taste-fully decorated by friends of the bride, ferns, laurels, ivy and mistletoe being used for the purpose. The ceremony over, about 30 guests sat down to a sumptuous repast, which was prepared in first-class style. The usual toast-list was disposed of. The Rev. Mr Trebiico, in proposing the toast of " The Bride and bridegroom," said that he had known the bride and bridegroom, for some time, and held a high opinion of them both. He wished them long life, happiness and prosperity. The bridegroom (on behalf of the bride and himself) thanked their many friends for their kind expressions and good wishes, also quaintly remarking that if it had not been for himself and his bride they would not be present. (The Chairman created some amusement by remarking that if it had not been for Mr and Mrs Robins, Mr Wilson would not have been there).

The bridegroom then proposed the toast of " The Bridesmaids," which was responded to (on the bridesmaids' behalf) by Mr Bert Wilson. Mr H. Lamont proposed "The Parent- " and mentioned that, he had known them for some considerable time. He could testify as to the very high esteem in which they were held by those with whom they were acquainted.

The Rev. Mr Trebilco, in supporting Mr Lamont's remarks, said he had known Mrs Robins and her family at Nhill, and paid a high tribute to her parents, whom he said were foremost in anything affecting the welfare of all. During his recent acquaintance with Mr and Mrs Robins, and Mr and Mrs Wilson, he had formed a very high opinion of them. Mr Robins, in thanking the speakers for their complimentary remarks, said that he had been fortunate in making many sterling friends in Willow Grove. He naturally felt sorry to lose his daughter, and hoped that the young couple would not regret the step they had taken.

The assistance rendered by Mrs Turnbull, Mrs H. Lamont and Miss Mavis Lamont was greatly appreciated by the parents of the bride.

At the invitation of Mr and Mrs Robins, over 100 friends assembled in the evening, when a Social was held in honor of the occasion. Dancing (interspersed with songs, recitations, and speeches) was the order of the evening. Messrs H. Magnusson [piano] and F. Turner (violin) supplied excellent music.

Mr Albert Harris [Trafalgar] filled the position of Master of Ceremonies in a very creditable manner, the energetic way in which he kept things moving adding greatly to the evening's enjoyment. Mr W. H. Barrage, junr. [on behalf of those present] thanked Mr and Mrs Robins for the very enjoyable evening they had had. In doing so, he wished the Bride and Bridegroom long life, health and happiness, saying that if they accepted Mr and Mrs Robins as their model they would not go far wrong. The speaker concluded by calling on those present to sing " For he's a jolly good fellow," which request was responded to right heartily.

Mr Wilson, in responding, thanked one and all for their very kind wishes, and said he hoped that before long some more of those present would be in the same pleasant position as himself- Mr Robins,in a few well chosen remarks, said that Mr Robins and himself were pleased to think that everyone had enjoyed themselves so much, and were delighted to see such a gathering. He also hoped that it would not be long before some of their young friends would find themselves in the same position as Mr Wilson . [Cheers].

Conspicuous among the many useful and ornamental presents was a handsome cruet, from the members of the Tangil Rifle Club, of which Mr Robins is captain; and a lamp, from the members of the Moe Rifle Club, of which Mr Wilson is a member.

During the evening. Miss D. McLaren sang very nicely "The Roses" and ''Oro Pro Nobis." Mr F. Wilson's song [" Loch Lomond"] was greatly appreciated- Mr J Franks, who is a decided acquisition to the district, was heard to advantage in "Thora," "True till Death," and "Asleep in the Deep." Mr Walter Rees sang, with his usual vim, "Once
more good-bye, Nellie darling." Mr Burgess gave "Where the River Shannon flows " in his usual effective style.
Mr Harris's recitation, ''Old Walhalla," was splendidly received. Mr D. Espie's recitation, " A bush christening, " was loudly applauded. Mr Lee was heard to advantage in a humorous recitation, " I've been there before. " Mr F. Turner caused considerable amusement by his exceedingly humorous recitation, " The Rider and the horse."-Communicated.
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Sylvia lived at 272 Somerville Road, Yarraville for more than 40 years.

Herald Sun Melbourne 31 January 1985
WILSON - on Jan 30 at Western Suburbs Nursing Home, Sylvia Pearl Victoria. Dearly beloved wife of the late Frederick, beloved mother of Bessie (dec), Gladys (Mrs Bonham of Garfield), Harry (of Yarram), Leila (Mrs Clarke of West Footscray), Ruby (dec), Doris (Mrs Kalwig of Kingsville), Ken (of Traralgon) and Eric (of Leongatha). In her 94th year. Mum and Dad reunited.

WILSON (Robins) - Sylvia. On Jan 30 aged 93 years. Loving wife of Fred (dec), loved Mum of Glad and Harold Bonham, Grandma of Nancye, Geoff, Lola and Charlie, Max and Melva, Val and Ray, great Grandma of 16, great great grandma of 4. We'll never forget you.

Dearly loved Mum of Dorrie and Bill Kalwig, loving Grandma of Rob, Sandra and Peter Tadday, great Grandma of Scott, Jason and Lisa. A part of us went with you Mum as you silently went to sleep. Part of you, you left for us in our hearts forever to keep.

Dearly loved Mum of Leila, Grandma of Peter, Trevor and Pam and great Grandma of Tony, Rod, Peter, Steven and Colin. A patient sufferer at rest.

Loving Grandma of Lola and Charlie, Nana of Karen and Geoff, Ian and Barbara, Mark, Tanya and Vicki, great Grandnan of Darren and Justin.

Wilson - Sylvia Pearl Victoria on Jan 30. The tears are in my eyes as we say our last goodbyes - Val and Ray. For you who left me lonely, for you who left me blue, for you who left me crying, this I dedicate to you. Great grandchildren Joanne and Craig.

WILSON - The funeral of the late Mrs Sylvia Pearl Victoria Wilson will leave our chapel, 7 Droop Street, Footscray on Friday (Feb 1) after a service commencing at 11.15 a.m. for the Springvale Crematorium, Princes Highway Springvale. No flowers by request donations in lieu to the Heart Foundation. Nelson Bros

She was cremated and her ashes were interred with her daughter Ruby at the Trafalgar Cemetery.

  Noted events in her life were:

1. Residence: 272 Somerville Road, 1942-1984, Yarraville, Vic, Australia.

2. Obituary: Herald Sun Newspaper, 31 Jan 1985, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Sylvia married Frederick Abel WILSON [1266] [MRIN: 378], son of Job WILSON [1270] and Annie HEWITT [1269], on 26 Jun 1912 in Willow Grove, Vic, Australia ²⁰⁷².^,2073 (Frederick Abel WILSON [1266] was born on 4 Oct 1884 in Diamond Creek, Vic, Australia,^2078,2079 died on 29 Jan 1964 in Glenhuntly, Vic, Australia ^2080,2081 and was cremated on 31 Jan 1964 in Altona, Vic, Australia.)