Descendants of Donald Ferguson

6. Alexander FERGUSON was born on 27 Mar 1836 in Denhead, Kirriemuir, Forfarshire, Scotland and died young.

7. John FERGUSON was born on 22 Jun 1838 in Kirriemuir, Forfarshire Scotland, died on 3 Sep 1925 in Beulah Park S.A., at age 87, and was buried on 4 Sep 1925 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide, S.A.

General Notes: John was educated in Scotland and on leaving school followed agricultural pursuits. Arrived in South Australia on the 'British Lion' on the 10th July 1866 with his brother William. This was a very dry year and he had difficulty gaining employment. He was engaged by Mr.Edward Burton Gleeson, the founder of Clare. Gleeson took up land in 1840 and later laid out the town close by the homestead.
John remained in the employ of Gleeson for a period of five years. During this time he married Catherine Dawson. They both attended the Clare Presbyterian Church from 1870, whilst resident at Bundaleer.
He selected 494 acres at Belalie in 1871.
Between 1880 & 1887 had approx 730 acres adjacent to town of Jamestown, lots 74, 75, 76, 77, 355, 356, 391, 520, 521, 650, 655, 657.
Sighted Belalie rate books Sept 2006 MF.
1884 - 1890 electoral rolls show him as a farmer at Belalie.
He generally cultivated about half with main products being wheat and hay. An average crop produced ten bushells per acre. He was a member of the Jamestown Agricultural and Pastoral Society which was established in 1871. Politically he was in favour of moderate protection for colonial industries, in favour of Progressive Land Tax and an Income Tax and improved Public Education.
He was still in Jamestown in 1901.
He sold up and left Jamestown in April 1914.
He was residing at Melrose avenue, Beulah Park, suburb of Adelaide when he died.
Buried: WTC-EYS-04S-E-016
Eyre South, Path 4S, Aspect E, Site Number 16

Not directly related to George Ferguson of Caltowie as far as we know.

John married Catherine DAWSON, daughter of George DAWSON and Catherine MICKLEJOHN, on 1 Jan 1869 in Res. of George Dawson Emu Flat S.A. Catherine was born on 18 Feb 1849 in Alva Parish, Stirling, Scotland., was christened on 25 Mar 1849 in Presbyterian Church, Alva, Scotland, died on 30 Oct 1930 in Dulwich S.A., at age 81, and was buried on 1 Nov 1930 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide, S.A. The cause of her death was Cancer.

General Notes: Catherine was the third daughter of George Dawson and Catherine Micklejon.
Lived with her parents and spent her early life at Hummocks Station.
Buried with John: WTC-EYS-04S-E-016
Eyre South, Path 4S, Aspect E, Site Number 16

+ 14 i. Georgina Dawson FERGUSON was born on 23 Aug 1871 in Belalie, S.A. and died on 10 Jun 1927 in Inman Valley, S.A., at age 55.

+ 15 ii. John FERGUSON was born on 13 Jan 1873 in Belalie, S.A., was christened on 5 Mar 1873 in Presbyterian, died on 28 Oct 1919 in Hundred of Gauge ?. S.A. (Gladstone), at age 46, and was buried in Gladstone, S.A.

+ 16 iii. Not Recorded FERGUSON was born on 23 May 1875 in Belalie, S.A. and was buried on 12 Jun 1875 in Jamestown, S.A.

+ 17 iv. Catherine Mieklejohn FERGUSON was born on 26 Jul 1876 in Armagh, Clare S.A., was christened in Presbyterian, and died on 18 Jul 1958 in Eastwood, S.A., at age 81.

+ 18 v. James Shaw FERGUSON was born on 14 Oct 1878 in Belalie, S.A., died on 15 Jul 1935 in Pinnaroo, S.A., at age 56, and was buried on 17 Jul 1935 in Pinnaroo, S.A.

+ 19 vi. George McIntosh FERGUSON was born on 25 Feb 1881 in Belalie, S.A. and died on 11 May 1882 in Belalie, S.A., at age 1.

+ 20 vii. Elizabeth May (Libby) FERGUSON was born on 3 May 1882 in Belalie, S.A. and died on 4 Oct 1954 in Eastwood, S.A., at age 72.

+ 21 viii. Donald Bain FERGUSON was born on 10 Apr 1887 in Belalie, S.A. and died in 1977 in Medlow Bath, N.S.W., at age 90.

8. William FERGUSON was born on 25 Feb 1840 in Kirriemuir, Forfarshire Scotland and died young.

9. James FERGUSON was born in Feb 1841 in Kirriemuir, Forfarshire Scotland, died on 24 May 1926 in Norwood, South Australia, at age 85, and was buried on 25 May 1926 in West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide, S.A.

General Notes: Worked as a farm hand at Brechin, Kinnell, Arbroath & St.Vigeans.
In the 1871 census at Arbroath was working as a day labourer on Bishoploch Farm. Lived next door to Thomas & Jane Leadingham.
Was an overseer in 1877 living at Woodland, St.Vigeans, Angus.

Left Scotland on the Oaklands 14 th June1879. Arrived at Port Adelaide on the 24th of September 1879 on the Oaklands. There was a measles outbreak on the sixth day out. Because of the measles outbreak on board during the voyage out , they were quarantined at Port Adelaide on arrival for 21 days and another daughter Catherine was born on ship at Port Adelaide.

1887 & 1890 electoral rolls show him as a farm servant at Belalie.

In 1896 listed as a 'Contractor' at Jamestown.
Presbyterian
Possible Will : 16 nov 1920# 45361

Buried: West Terrace Cemetery:
WTC-EYN-06N-W-006 Expires 25/05/2025
Eyre North, Path 6N, Aspect W, Site Number 6

James married Helen MILLAR, daughter of Colin MILLAR and Margaret GOVE, on 10 Dec 1864 in Linefield, near Brechin, Angus, Scotland. Helen was born on 11 Feb 1843 in Logie Pert, Angus, Scotland, was christened on 19 Mar 1843 in Logie Pert, Angus, Scotland, died on 9 Jul 1896 in Jamestown, S.A., at age 53, and was buried on 11 Jul 1896 in Jamestown, S.A. The cause of her death was malignant glandular disease.

General Notes: Helen was the only daughter of Colin Millar and Margaret Gove.
Catherine was born on ship at Pt.Adelaide while in quarentine. Jessie was apparently very ill at the time and an entry made by the ship's doctor, that Mrs Ferguson, her new baby and Jessie should be allowed to disembark and seek further medical assistance or Jessie would "surely die".
Buried with her grandson David in Jamestown.

+ 22 i. David FERGUSON was born on 23 Jan 1865 in Sienfield, near Brechin, Scotland.

+ 23 ii. Ann McIntosh FERGUSON was born on 30 Aug 1866 in Kinnell, Angus, Scotland and died on 11 Jul 1953 in Northfield, at age 86.

+ 24 iii. John FERGUSON was born on 25 May 1868 in Barfauld, St.Vigeans, Scotland and died in 1954 in Essendon Vic., at age 86.

+ 25 iv. Margaret Gove FERGUSON was born on 9 Sep 1870 in Paradise Cottage, Arbroath, Scotland and died on 26 Jan 1948 in New Mile End, S.A., at age 77.

+ 26 v. Jane FERGUSON was born in 1874 in Arbroath, Scotland and died on 12 Sep 1896 in Crystal Brook S.A., at age 22.

+ 27 vi. Jessie Leadingham (Isabel) FERGUSON was born on 29 Dec 1877 in Woodlands, St.Vigeans, Scotland and died in 1912 in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, at age 35.

+ 28 vii. Catherine (Dawson) FERGUSON was born on 20 Sep 1879 aboard ship'Oaklands' and died on 13 Nov 1921 in Adelaide, S.A., at age 42.

+ 29 viii. Emma Ashby FERGUSON was born on 16 May 1884 in Jamestown, S.A. and died on 3 Mar 1969 in Lockleys S.A., at age 84.

10. David FERGUSON was born on 19 Oct 1842 in Peatie, Kettins, Forfar, Scotland, was christened on 18 Nov 1842 in Kettins, and was buried on 15 Feb 1845 in Kettins.

11. William FERGUSON was born on 21 Jun 1845 in Kirriemuir, Forfarshire Scotland, died on 6 Apr 1918 in Portland, Vic., at age 72, and was buried on 7 Apr 1918 in Portland, Vic. The cause of his death was Intestinal Cancer.

General Notes: Emigrated from Scotland as a 'Ploughman' with John on the 10th April 1866 and arrived on the 10th July 1866 on the British Lion.
Lived in Laura and Barunga area and moved to Furner area in approx 1885.
Purchased Section 213 of Hd. of Booyoolie; 242 acres on 27/11/1871 for £605 pounds. This is near Laura.
In 1873 William allowed a portion of this property, to be used by the Booyoolie Agricultural and Horticultural Society. The first fixture took place on 12 th August 1873.
Drove a bullock wagon down from Barunga with his four sons in 1885. Drove their best breeding stock down with them.
Built and lived at "Gowan Brae" Furner, near Millicent S.A. Later added to their property by buying several adjoining properties. They also had big grazing areas at the Woakwine, and in the vicinity of Lake Hawdon.
Was a member of the first council for the Hundred Of Kenion 1887.
Elected chief of Millicent Caledonian Society on 3rd July 1897. Re-elected in 1898. Was a respected member of the local community. Was postmaser at Furner from 1888 - 1892.
Sold "Gowan Brae" to George Clifford in 1912. The property was still owned by the Clifford family in 2008 and operated by Leigh Clifford..
Retired to Portland in 1910 and lived at "Burnside" on the Cemetry Road and later at "Roxton" on the Esplanade.
SA Directory 1905, listed as grazier & postmaster, Furner.

South Eastern Times (Millicent, SA : 1906 - 1954), Tuesday 23 February 1909, page 2

SOUTH-EASTERN BREVITIES.

The Presbyterians at Lucindale drew upon a wide range of talent in connection with a concert held there under the auspices of their church recently, in
which the Kingston and Lucindale congregations pulled together with great success. The local correspondent of the Naracoorte " Herald" states that on entering the institute hall ond could not help admiring the banners and Scotch emblems to be seen on all sides, and which presented a striking appearance. These were kindly lent by the Miliicent Caledonian society. By 830 o'clock the hall was packed, and the takings amounted to over £11 which, with the picnic receipts of £3, made a total of £14 for the day. The following programme was carried out: Bagpipe selection, Messrs T.J., Mac, and J.J.Ferguson ; song, " Jessie, the flower of Dumblane." Miss Sharpe (encored) ; duet, " Norine Moureen," Misses Ellison aud MacLachlan; recitation, " A wee Scotch nicht," Mr George Rackham; song "Bonnie Dundee," Mr W.S. Ferguson (encored); song " Down the burn, Davey,lad," Mr Mac Ferguson ; quartette by Lucindale company, " Bring back my bonny to me," Miss Rossie Mathieson (soprano). Miss Kate McLachlan (alto), Mr W. S. Ferguson (basso), and Mr J.J.Ferguson (tenor), (encored); trio, " The Spanish guitar," Mr George Robson, and Messrs W.S. and J.J. Ferguson (encored); song, " Aunie Laurie," Mr T. Bellinger; bagpipe selections, Messrs T.J., Mac, and J.J.Ferguson; song. "When the sheep are in the fold," Miss Irene Ellison ; quartet by the Furner company, Miss Wehl (soprano). Miss Kate Ferguson (alto). Mr Bellinger (tenor), aud Mr Mac Ferguson (basso), (encored); song, " Scots wha hae," Mr J.J. Ferguson (encore, " Bonnie banks of Loch Lomond"); comic song. Mr F. L. Gibson (encored); recitation, " Wreck of the Nancy Bell," Mr H. Carmichael; duet, " Hunting tower," Miss Kate Ferguson and Mr W. S. Ferguson (encored); chorus by the company of performers, "Good-night, ladies." Miss Kate Ferguson, of Furner, looked exceedingly nice in her Highland costume, and, with her brother (Mr W. S. Ferguson), received tremendous applause from a most appreciative audience. We hope to again meet Miss Ferguson on the platform in Lucindale, also Miss Wehl, of Furner, aud Messrs Mac and J. D. Ferguson, also of Furner, and Miss Rossie Matheson, of Lucindale, this being the first appearance 'of these performers before a Lucindale audience. Mrs G. Robson, Miss Kate Ferguson, and Miss H. Ellison were the accompanists for the concert. A dance was held in the institute hall at the conclusion of the Scottish concert. Dancing was kept going until 3 a.m. During the evening two Scotch reels were danced, the first by Miss Kate Ferguson, Miss Wehl, Mr J.J. Ferguson, and Mr T. Bellinger, and the second reel by Miss M. Ferguson, Miss Wehl, and Messrs W.S. and Mac Ferguson. The music for the Scotch reels was supplied by Messrs J.D. and Mac Ferguson (bagpipes).

Portland Guardian (Vic. : 1876 - 1953), Friday 19 April 1918, page 2

THE LATE MR. WM. FERGUSON.--The "South Eastern Times," Millicent, South Australia, makes the following reference to the death of Mr. Wm. Ferguson:-The Grim Reaper has gathered in a fine old Scotchman and a good Australian in the person of Mr. William Ferguson, J.P., whose death, at the age of 74 years, was briefly recorded in our last issue. The late Mr. Ferguson was one of a band of men from the Land o'Cakes who did much to lay the foundations of the present era of prosperity in South Australia. He first settled at Laura, and later spent several years in the Snowtown district. Coming to Millicent in the early eighties, he selected land at Furner, and afterwards added to his holding by purchase of several adjoining properties, notably those of the late Messrs, Reid and Kilsby. He also had big grazing areas at the Woakwine, and in the vicinity of Lake Hawdon. He was a successful farmer and grazier, but always had time to spare for any movement to advance the well-being of the community in which he lived. He took an active and a lively interest in all public bodies in the Millicent, Kennion, and Beachport districts. He was the chairman of the Kennion district council for several terms, and was also a member of the Beachport council. The Caledonian Society enjoyed his services as chief in earlier years, and most other public bodies claimed him at various times. The deceased gentleman was a typical Scotsman, and popular whereever he went. His home at Furner, "Gowan Brae," was always open to every-one, and particularly to "Brither Scots." He was one of the best judges of draught stock in the Millicent district. He was also secretary of the Furner Presbyterian Church for 20 years, and also had charge of the local Post office for a similar period. In 1903 the late Mr. Ferguson visited the land of his birth, and returned to Australia after an absence of six months. A large family survive him. Mrs Ferguson, senr., lives in Portland, where her late husband took up his residence eight years ago. Other members of the family are: Mr J. D. Ferguson, (Gippsland, Victoria), Messrs. Wm. Ferguson, and C. Ferguson, New South Wales; Mr T. J. Ferguson (Lucindale), Private Alec Ferguson (on active service), Mesdames A. Robson (Konetta), W. Robson (Baker's Range), and W. E. Williams (Millicent), and Misses E. and M. Ferguson, Portland.

William married Emily ASHBY, daughter of Thomas ASHBY and Teresa FILLISTON (PHILISTON,PHILLISTINE, FILLASTON), on 1 Oct 1874 in Wesleyan Chapel Clare S.A. Emily was born on 2 Dec 1852 in Stanley Flat, S.A., was christened on 3 Jan 1853 in Clare district?, S.A., died on 9 May 1927 in Portland, Vic., at age 74, and was buried in Portland, Vic. The cause of her death was Carcinoma of the Face - Cardiac failure.

Marriage Notes: The Wesleyan Chapel opened in July of 1857 by the Reverend William Butters, who described his journey from Adelaide, and the weather, as "the worst he had encountered"... (a good start to the life of a Church), Roscrow (pronounced "Rose-crow"). Saved from demolition when it fell into total disrepair, with careful attention to detail, this former Wesleyn Church is today a stunning Bed and Breakfast.

General Notes: Birth record at SevenHills church, in SA. Born at Stanley Flat near Clare.
Family information is that she was christened as a Roman Catholic, but brought up as a Methodist with the rest of the family after her mother died.
Her father Thomas Ashby had several hundred acres at Stanley Flat from 1850 to 1888. Sold land for a school and church.
Emily travelled from Adelaide to Beachport by ship "Umarella" with her daughters when the family moved to Furner. Emily who was a large woman, was lifted off the Ship by a crane (sitting in a chair) as she would not walk down the plank. While word was sent to Furner for William to come and collect Emily and the girls, they were looked after by Mr. William Southerland, the grandfather of Drake Sutherland.

The Umarella was sold to China, when the crew and passengers sighted China they all rushed to the one side of the ship. The ship capsised and sank.

+ 30 i. Theresa Annie (Ann) FERGUSON was born on 24 Jul 1875 in Laura, S.A., died on 2 Jan 1960 in Robe, S.A,, at age 84, and was buried in Lucindale, S.A.

+ 31 ii. Emily FERGUSON was born on 10 Sep 1876 in Stanley Flat, S.A., died on 11 Jul 1959 in Lucindale, S.A., at age 82, and was buried on 15 Jul 1959 in Lucindale, S.A.

+ 32 iii. John David FERGUSON was born on 14 Feb 1878 in Laura, S.A., died in 1959 in Sandringham, Vic., at age 81, and was buried on 19 Nov 1959 in Cheltenham Cemetery, Melbourne, Vic.

+ 33 iv. William Stanley FERGUSON was born on 2 Aug 1879 in Barunga, S.A. and died on 22 Aug 1966 in Macleod, Vic, at age 87.

+ 34 v. Thomas James (TJ) FERGUSON was born on 13 Apr 1881 in Barunga, S.A., died on 4 Jul 1971 in Lucindale, S.A., at age 90, and was buried on 6 Jul 1971 in Lucindale, S.A.

+ 35 vi. Elizabeth (Eliza) FERGUSON was born on 17 Dec 1882 in Barunga, died on 15 May 1958 in Portland, Vic., at age 75, and was buried in Portland, Vic.

+ 36 vii. Mary Ellen FERGUSON was born on 23 Sep 1884 in Barunga, S.A., died in 1934 in Portland, Vic., at age 50, and was buried in Portland, Vic.

+ 37 viii. Charles McIntosh "Mac" FERGUSON was born on 10 Apr 1886 in Millicent, S.A. and died in Apr 1930 in Ryde, NSW, at age 44.

+ 38 ix. Katherine (Kate) FERGUSON was born on 23 Mar 1888 in Hundred of Kennion, Furner, S.A., died on 20 Apr 1973 in Millicent, S.A., at age 85, and was buried in Millicent, S.A.

+ 39 x. Donald FERGUSON was born on 8 Aug 1891 in Furner S.A. and died on 2 Nov 1891 in Furner S.A.

+ 40 xi. Alexander FERGUSON was born on 3 Mar 1893 in Millicent, S.A., died on 28 Aug 1964 in Lucindale, S.A., at age 71, and was buried in Lucindale, S.A.

12. Donald (Daniel) FERGUSON was born in 1848 in Forfar, Forfarshire Scotland, died on 2 Jan 1932 in Portland, Vic., at age 84, and was buried on 4 Jan 1932 in Portland South Vic.;Comp 4, A534.

General Notes: Donald appears as Daniel in Scotland. Became Donald when he arrived in Australia.
Arrived on the 'Coldstream' in May 1869. Whereabouts from then until joining the police force are unknown.
Donald joined the Victorian Police Force on 17th November 1876, being alloted register number 2837.
He served at the following stations:
17th November, 1876 Sebastopol
21st March, 1878 Ballarat
8th April, 1978 Egerton
5th May, 1882 Ballarat
4th June, 1888 Allendale
31st December, 1896 Buninyong
7th August, 1900 Ararat
2nd April, 1902 Portland

He had a distinguished career and was commended five (5) times.
Was made a Seargeant of Police at Portland and lived on Magazine Hill.
He retired from the Force on 26th October, 1908
After retiring built a house at No 5 Hurd Street in Portland in 1909 and lived there until 1913. Then lived with his daughter Mrs Arthur Cambell at No 7 Palmer Street Portland until his death on the 2nd of January 1932.
He reached the rank of sergeant and retired from the Force on 26th October, 1908
He was a Masonic Lodge Member.
Died from an Inflamation of the Bowel.

Donald married in 1879 at age 30, then living at Mt. Egerton Vic.

Personal details:
Height 5 ft. 10 ins.
Weight 12 st. 4 lb.
Eyes Grey
Hair Light Brown
Complexion Fresh
General appearance Medium
Religion Presbyterian

COLDSTREAM was built 1849 for W Willis & Son., 545 tons.

Donald married Elizabeth (Betsy) Wilkie LAMB, daughter of James Scott LAMB and Esther MAIDEN, on 17 Jan 1879 in Presbyterian Church Ballarat Vic. Elizabeth was born on 18 Jul 1851 in Kirriemuir, Forfarshire Scotland, died on 2 Dec 1933 in Portland, Vic., at age 82, and was buried on 4 Dec 1933 in Portland South Vic.;Comp 4, A534.

General Notes: Betsy and Donald corresponded by mail before she agreed to come to Australia from Scotlamd as his intended wife. Arived on the S S Kent at Melbourne Australia on the 20th of December 1878.
Betsy had two brothers, James & Alexander Doig, and one sister Mary Ann.
Age 27 when married
Age at death given as 82

Portland Guardian (Vic. : 1876 - 1953), Monday 4 January 1932, page 2

DEATH
FERGUSON.\emdash On the 2nd January, at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Arthur Campbell, Palmer St., Portland, Donald, Ex-Sergeant of Police, loved husband of Elizabeth, and loved father of James, (Lucindale, South Australia), Annie (Mrs. Coe, Bacchus Marsh), May (Mrs. George Robson, Hamilton), and Marjorie (Mrs. Arthur Campbell, Portland). Aged 83 years.

+ 41 i. James Jeffery (Jim) FERGUSON was born on 17 Nov 1879 in Mt.Egerton Vic., was christened on 22 Jan 1880 in Mt.Egerton Vic., died on 30 Aug 1952 in Conmurra S.A., at age 72, and was buried in Lucindale, S.A.

+ 42 ii. Annie McIntosh FERGUSON was born on 18 Apr 1881 in Mt.Egerton Vic. and died on 11 Apr 1970 in Geelong, Vic., at age 88.

+ 43 iii. Esther Maiden FERGUSON was born in 1882 in Mt.Egerton Vic. and died in 1883 in Egerton Vic., at age 1.

+ 44 iv. Elizabeth Marion (May) FERGUSON was born in 1884 in Mt.Egerton Vic. and died in 1959 in Hamilton Vic., at age 75.

+ 45 v. Marjorie FERGUSON was born on 28 Jan 1887 in Mt.Egerton Vic., died on 16 Mar 1970 in Portland, Vic., at age 83, and was buried on 18 Mar 1970 in Portland South Vic.;Comp 4, B866.

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