Walter John Matthews (1858-1930)

Obituary
Mr. Walter J. Matthews, who died at his son's residence, Woodville recently, was a colonist of 52 years, having arrived at Port Adelaide by the Garron in 1878. He was in the building trade as a stonemason and bricklayer, and during the slump in the trade some years ago he became employed by D. & J. Fowler, Ltd., with whom he remained for many years.

Mr. Matthews had resided at Church-street, Port Adelaide, for 40 years, and had been living in semi-retirement for some time. He was born at Penzance, Cornwall, and was 71 years of age. He leaves a widow and three sons—Messrs. W. F. Matthews, of Albert Park; and W. J. and B. J. Matthews, of Woodville.

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