‎Henry Carl Baumgurtel‏‎ Married/ Related to: ‎Ann Watkins‏‎ Children: 1. ‎Ann Mabel Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎26 Oct 1884 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia Died ‎19 Aug 1889 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎, age 4 years 2. ‎Henry Leslie Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎16 Feb 1887 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia Died ‎9 Nov 1888 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎, age 1 year and 8 months and 3 weeks and 3 days 3. ‎Arthur William Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎18 Jun 1889 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎ 4. ‎Herman Frank Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎19 Oct 1891 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎ 5. ‎Gladys Nellie Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎28 May 1893 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎ 6. ‎Annie Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎21 Jan 1898 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia Died ‎29 Nov 1983 Bordertown, South Australia, Australia‎, age 85 years Buried Bordertown, South Australia, Australia Bordertown, Tatiara District Council, South Australia, Australia Rex and Annie’s Grave Rex and Annie’s Grave Rex and Annie’s Grave "KAY VEE" WELFARE SOCIETY. The annual meeting of the "Kay Vee" Welfare Society was held on Wednesday, July 16th at the home of Mrs Rex Sandercock. The secretary's and treasurer's reports were presented. Mrs Rex Sandercock presided over the elections which resulted as follows: president, Mrs Rex Sandercock; vice-president, Mrs V.A. Lee; secretary, Mrs Lance Nicholls. Plans were discussed for the erection, in the near future, of gates and pillars at the Kenton Valley tennis courts as a tribute to those from the Valley who served in World War II. Several memorial trees that have died will be replaced at a working bee on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 30th. Miss Roma Sandercock, who has recently taken up nursing at the Adelaide Children's Hospital has received a small gift. A donation of five guineas is to be sent to the Crippled Children's Appeal Fund. [24/7/1952 5f.] MRS PLAYFORD AT KAY VEE BIRTHDAY. The Kay Vee Welfare Ladies held their seventh birthday party on Wednesday in the Kenton Valley Church. The floral decorations were beautifully arranged by Mesdames V.A. Lee and K.M. Cornish. Mrs Lance Nickels made and iced the butterfly-shaped cake, which was a credit to her. Mrs Leith lit the candles and Mrs M. Hanna fanned them out. Mrs T. Playford cut the cake. The President, Mrs Rex Sandercock took the chair and the song of Australia opened the afternoon's party. The President then introduced and welcomed Mrs Playford, guest speaker, who then spoke on her Coronation trip to England, describing the celebrations so well that all present felt that they too, were there. Little Gayl Nickels presented Mrs Playford with a posy. That lovely song "When you come home" was delightfully sung by Mrs Lewis Cornish. The Secretary, Mrs Lance Nickels gave a brief report on Kay Vee activities. The Ladies were very proud of the Memorial Gates which they have just had erected and thanked Graham Clark for donating the invitation cards. The Vice President, Mrs V.A. Lee moved a vote of thanks to the Speaker. Conveners of the trading table Mesdames H.W. Nickels and N. Sandercock did a brisk business. Mrs Alwyn Cornish convened Afternoon Tea and had many willing helpers who set it out on small tables. The afternoon was interesting and financially successful, £14/9/- was taken. [4/11/1953 2c.] GUMERACHA CWA BALL. The CWA held their annual ball on New Year's Eve. It was well attended and the Association were pleased with the success, proceeds being in aid of their building fund. The President, Mrs Rex Sandercock and helpers tastefully decorated the hall for the occasion. Mr Jack Wytkin was MC and Mrs Walters Orchestra supplied the music. There were novelty balloon and confetti dances. At midnight all joined hands and sang Auld Lang Syne while the old year closed and the New Year ticked in. The supper convened by Mrs Sandercock brought the evening to a close. [13/1/1954 5b.] K.V. LADIES FAREWELLED. On Wednesday the Kay-Vee Ladies held a meeting at the home of Mr and Mrs C. Sandercock Kenton Valley. Quite a number of ladies were present and took the opportunity to say goodbye to Mesdames V.A. and R.M. Clark, who are leaving shortly to reside near Strathalbyn. The President, Mrs Rex Sandercock, spoke on behalf of the Kay-Vee Welfare Club, of which both ladies are members. Mrs V.A. Lee on behalf of the Church and Mrs A.W. Lee the Sunday School. Mrs Vic. Sandercock also spoke on behalf of neighbours, wishing them success in their new sphere of life. Mrs V.A. Clark suitably responded and by special request sang a solo. [2/6/1954 5a.] KAY-VEE ANNUAL MEETING. The Kay-Vee Welfare Ladies held their annual meeting at the residence of Mr and Mrs A.L. Nickels. President, Mrs Rex Sandercock presided. The election of officers for the coming year resulted as follows:- Mesdames Sandercock, President, and A.L. Nickels secretary for the third year in succession with Mesdames K.M. Cornish and A.W. Lee, Vice-Presidents. A letter from Red Cross Headquarters was read, inviting members to attend the Red Cross Conference and the Geneva Fair at the end of August and give gifts of jam etc for a stall in aid of that organisation. A posy was presented to Mrs Hack Witford, a member of the Kay Vee, who has gone to reside at Forreston. A trading table did good business. [11/8/1954 6d.] K.V. WELFARE MEETING. The Kay-Vee Ladies held their monthly meeting at the residence of Mrs V.A. Lee. There was a good attendance of members and friends. President, Mrs Rex Sandercock, occupied the chair. Arrangements in connection with gifts for the Red Cross Geneva Fair were finalised. Three dozen gifts will be forwarded. The forthcoming annual birthday celebrations of this Club to be held in the Kenton Valley Baptist Church in October was also considered. At the close of the meeting afternoon tea was enjoyed and Trading Table goods were soon sold. The next meeting in Sept. will be held at the home of Mrs E. Sandercock. [1/9/1954 9c.] KAY-VEE WELFARE BIRTHDAY. The Kay-Vee Welfare Ladies held their 8th birthday in the Kenton Valley Baptist Church which was tastefully decorated for the occasion by Mrs K.M. Cornish. The President, Mrs Rex Sandercock presided, and opened the afternoon's function with the National Anthem. Mrs Sandercock introduced and welcomed the guest speaker Miss Kelly of Glenelg who spoke of her social work in connection with the Good Neighbour Council. Greetings were read from similar organisations, the Gumeracha CWA, the Baptist and Methodist Churches, Birdwood and Chain of Ponds. A sextette comprising of Mesdames W. Nickels, K.M. Cornish, G.R. Randell, M. Billingsley, E. Waters and Miss D. Billingsley sang "My Task" also a duet was rendered by Mrs F. Phillips and Mrs G.R. Randell with Mrs F. Redden at the organ. The church was well filled with friends from the surrounding districts. The birthday cake, made by Mrs J. Witford (former member) and iced by Mrs A.L. Nickels (Secretary) was cut by the guest speaker. A trading table in charge of Mesdames H.W. Nickels and V. Sandercock was soon cleared. Vice-President, Mrs K.M. Cornish, moved a vote of thanks to all for their cooperation in making the occasion successful. A delicious afternoon tea was served. [10/11/1954 13d.] GUMERACHA JOTTINGS. Mr K. Sandercock, captain of the local A grade cricket team, is now playing for Southern Districts in the Country Carnival. Mrs Rex Sandercock is recovering from her recent operation in the Gumeracha Hospital. [23/2/1955 1a.] GUMERACHA CROQUET CLUB AFTERNOON. Visitors from Woodside and Nairne Croquet Clubs recently participated in a competition afternoon conducted by the Gumeracha Club. The afternoon was held to raise money for the club's lawn mower. Approximately 50 ladies attended. The work basket was won by Mrs Rex Sandercock and the crystal dish by a visitor. Afternoon tea was served and a collection taken. Proceeds of the afternoon amounted to £14. [7/3/1956 7d.] GUMERACHA FAREWELL An afternoon was given at the home of Mrs K.R. Sandercock to farewell Mrs Kenton Symonds. A mystery parcel and games were enjoyed. A posy made by Mrs Rex Sandercock was presented to Mrs Symonds and everyone who attended signed the card. [21/11/1956 10e.] GUMERACHA CWA. The CWA monthly meeting was held on Thursday in the CWA room. Mrs V. Lee, President, welcomed all members and after the Creed was recited, arrangements were made for the annual show, where the CWA will cater for a knife-and-fork luncheon and buffet afternoon tea. Mrs Rex Sandercock read a letter from "The Overseas Woman's Institution." The annual CWA fete was discussed and this will be opened by Mrs Forbes, Deputy State President, early in April. Aprons were the competition for the afternoon and Mrs R. Sinkinson was the winner. The aprons will be kept for the Anzac Fete. [6/3/1957 4e.] GUMERACHA CROQUET CLUB ANNUAL MEETING. At the annual general meeting of the Croquet Club the opening day was discussed. The following officers were elected:ñ President Mrs C.P. Harvey; Secretary, Mrs Rex Sandercock; Treasurer, Miss B. Cornish. Miss Pool, the past president, presented to Mrs Green a lovely cup, saucer and plate. Mrs Green has been a member of the club for many years and is leaving the district to live in Adelaide. Mrs Sandercock presented a bouquet to Mrs Green and wished her every comfort in her new home. [11/9/1957 9c.] CWA CELEBRATION AT GUMERACHA. 14 Branches Represented. A particularly pleasant afternoon was spent at Gumeracha when the local branch of the CWA celebrated its 19th birthday. Visitors from all local auxiliaries and guilds, with members of fourteen CWA branches in the Torrens Group, were present. The hall was beautifully decorated with bowls of blossom and banks of daffodils. A trading table laden with farm products, vegetables, cakes and flowering plants was quickly emptied by the city visitors. The meeting, presided over by the President (Mrs Phillips) was opened with the National Anthem, followed by the Creed and Song of Peace. Items were rendered by Mesdames K. Cornish and M. Hanna, who played a pianoforte duet and Mrs Semmler who sang a solo. A bracket of songs, under the leadership of Mrs K. Cornish was sung by the Gumeracha CWA choir. Mrs V.A. Lee, in presenting a CWA spoon to Mrs Green (mother of the President) spoke of her long association with the district and wished her every happiness as she makes her new home in the City. WORK FOR PEACE Guest speaker for the afternoon was Mrs Burton, an Australian delegate to the ACWW conference in Ceylon. Her interesting talk on some of the highlights of her trip concluded on a more serious note when she urged all women, everywhere, to work for peace, first in their own lives and then in the wider sphere of civil life. Mrs Darling, Divisional President, brought greetings and congratulated the branch on its excellent handicraft display and on its achievements in the past. As she cut the birthday cake she asked the visitors to sing "Happy Birthday." Mrs Bickers (Group President) also brought greetings. As is the usual practice, Mrs B. Quinn had a small gift and greetings for local members celebrating their birthday. Mrs Rex Sandercock expressed thanks and presented flowers to those who had taken part. [9/10/1857 11d.] FORRESTON SCHOOL WELFARE BIRTHDAY PARTY. The Forreston School Welfare Club celebrated its birthday with a party in the Forreston Community Sunday School hall which was artistically decorated by Mrs Ian Jamieson. The floral decorations were highly praised for both colour and originality. Mrs Murray Hanna (president) and Mrs D. Stephenson (vice-president) welcomed each guest personally on arrival, and each lady was given a rosette of tulle. The afternoon had an informal and friendly atmosphere prevailing throughout. Mrs L. Cornish rendered a solo and was presented with a little gift by Meridy Jamieson. Mrs Allan Jamieson and Miss Glenys Hill were in charge of the competitions and one in particular caused much hilarity when each lady was given a coffee biscuit and were asked to nibble out the figure of Marilyn Monroe. Several members of the Welfare presented a sketch entitled "Christmas Present," which was greatly appreciated. Those taking part in the sketch were Mesdames J. Hill, A. Jamieson, D. Stephenson, L. Norsworthy, L. Green and Miss Glenys Hill. The main feature of the afternoon was the birthday cake, which was made by Mrs L. Norsworthy and beautifully iced by Mrs A. Jamieson. Mrs R. Sandercock of Kenton Valley lit the candles, Mrs K. Fox, of Woodside, fanned the candles, and Mrs R. Pflaum of Birdwood cut the cake, as these were the only three ladies wearing pink tulle rosettes. The president and secretary presented the three ladies with a gift. [6/11/1957 4c.] HILLS CWA ñ GARDEN PARTY AT KENTON VALLEY. The lawn, surrounded by many colourful flowers and shrubs, formed a picturesque setting for a garden party, which was held on Wednesday at the home of Mrs Alwyn Cornish. Approximately 78 guests from various organisations were welcomed by the President, Mrs V.A. Lee, and hostess, Mrs A. Cornish and entertained at the birthday party by members of the Kay Vee Society. The guest of honour was Mrs S. Hastwell, a former resident of the district, who after being introduced by the President congratulated the members on their work throughout the year. She was presented with an attractive potted fern by the President. The guests were entertained with an amusing competition arranged by Mrs K. Cornish. Afternoon tea was convened by Mrs Rex Sandercock. A beautiful cake was made by Mrs R. Schubert, and iced by Mrs A. Nickels. Shoulder sprays were sold by Mrs K. Sandercock. Other attractions were strawberries and ice-cream, which were in charge of Mr K. Cornish, and trading table, convened by Mesdames R. Schubert and A.L. Nickels. Proceeds for the afternoon realised £30/7/10. [27/11/1957 10e.] Obituary Annie (Baumgurtel) Sandercock, 85, of Bordertown, South Australia, Australia, died Tuesday, 29 November 1983. Born on Friday, 21 January 1898, in Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia, she was the daughter of Henry Carl Baumgurtel and Ann Watkins. On Saturday, 10 March 1962 she was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Rex Sandercock, son of the late John Sandercock formerly of Gumeracha, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia and the late Emily Edith (Bond) formerly of Kenton Valley, South Australia, Australia. Annie is survived by three children, Nancy Fay Clarke and her husband William Edwin Clarke, Kingsley Rex and his wife Mavis Irene (Pritchard), and Valerie Anne Nichols and her husband Rollo W. Nichols; six siblings, Arthur William Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia, Herman Frank Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia, Gladys Nellie Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia, Nellie Nita Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia, Nita Naomi Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia, and Mercer Mavis Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia; seven grandchildren, Beverley Fay (Clarke) Physick and her husband Anthony Noble Physick, Wendy Anne (Clarke) Potter and her husband Trevor Frederick Potter, Rodger William Clarke and his wife Patricia Jean (Willmar), Kathryn Ann (Nickels) Rumpff and her husband David John Rumpff, Helen Margaret (Nickels) Thomas and her husband Michael Conway Thomas, Christine Mary (Nickels) Sercombe and her husband Christopher Mark Sercombe, and Trevor Rollo Nickels; eight G grandchildren, Amanda Ann Potter, Michael Stephen Physick, Craig Mark Potter, Kylie Suzanne Rumpff, Natalie Jane Physick, Nicholas John Rumpff, Nicole Elizabeth Sercombe, and Chloe Louise Thomas. Annie was preceded in death by two siblings, Ann Mabel Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia, and Henry Leslie Baumgurtel of Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia; one grandson, Terence Lloyd Clarke. 7. ‎Nellie Nita Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎30 Oct 1900 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎ 8. ‎Nita Naomi Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎24 Feb 1904 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎, age 120 years 9. ‎Mercer Mavis Baumgurtel‏‎ Born ‎6 Sep 1906 Lobethal, Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia, Australia‎, age 117 years

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