Descendants of William Crawford

Generation 1

1: William Crawford1 born c. 1737; married Grace McIntyre ; died 16 Aug 1834.

Children of William Crawford and Grace McIntyre

  1. John born c. 1766; married Elizabeth Barclay.
  2. Jane.
  3. Hugh born c. 1773; married Jane Barclay.

Generation 2

2: John Crawford2 (William1) born c. 1766; married Elizabeth Barclay ; died Feb 1860.

Children of John Crawford and Elizabeth Barclay

  1. William born c. 1796; married Esther Canning.
  2. Elizabeth ; married John Crawford.
  3. Mary.
  4. Sarah.

3: Hugh Crawford2 (William1) born c. 1773; married Jane Barclay 1798.

Children of Hugh Crawford and Jane Barclay

  1. William born 1804; married Matilda Crawford.
  2. Henry; died c. 1816.
  3. Sarah; died c. 1816.

Generation 3

4: William Crawford3 (John2) (William1) born c. 1796; married Esther Canning ; died Aug 1842.

Children of William Crawford and Esther Canning

  1. William John.
  2. Charles.
  3. Mary Ann.
  4. Elizabeth.
  5. Sarah.
  6. Thomas born Abt 1839; died 13 Jul 1892 at Coulterville, Ill.

5: Elizabeth Crawford3 (John2) (William1); married John Crawford .

Children of Elizabeth Crawford and John Crawford

  1. Hugh.
  2. Mary.
  3. Nancy.
  4. Sarah.
  5. Elizabeth.

6: William Crawford3 (Hugh2) (William1) born 1804; married Matilda Crawford 15 Dec 1823; died 15 Mar 1825.

Children of William Crawford and Matilda Crawford

  1. William born 21 Feb 1825 at Port Glenone, N.Ireland; married Mary Jane Godfrey.

Generation 4

7: William Crawford4 (William3) (Hugh2) (William1) born 21 Feb 1825 at Port Glenone, N.Ireland; married Mary Jane Godfrey 12 Feb 1844 at Bellaghy, N.Ireland; died 16 Dec 1897 at Toowoomba. Immigrated: 31 Jan 1862 to Brisbane aboard "Saldana ". .

Darling Downs Gazette 18 Dec 1897

Death of Mr. William Crawford.
An Old Identity

Death has this week removed from our midst a once familiar form in the life of the community. For nearly forty years Mr. William Crawford, of "Crawfordsburn ", has been closely allied with the farming interests of the Drayton and Toowoomba districts, and has been an important factor in developing our agricultural resources. The subject of our memoir was born on the 21 February 1825, at Ballynease Farm near Portglenone, County Derry, Ireland, but traced his descent form a good old Scottish family, whose cadet Hugh Crawford of Kilburnie, Ayrshire, emigrated to Ireland in the year 1709, and settled near Moyola. He has three sons, Hugh, John and William, the youngest of whom purchased the Ballynease farm, and from that time until the late Mr. Crawford left for Queensland there was never wanting a William Crawford of Ballynease. On the 12th February 1844, Mr. Crawford was married and celebrated his golden wedding anniversary nearly four years ago. In 1861 he determined to try his fortunes in Queensland, and having sold his property he sailed with his wife and family of six children from London in the ship "Saldanha " in 1861. He landed in Brisbane on the 31st Jan. 1862, and came direct to the Downs. He brought capital with him and lost no time in becoming a land proprietor, for we find in February of the same year, or hardly a month after landing, he purchased "Crawfordsburn ", near the cemetery, where he has continuously resided. At the time the property was heavily timbered, without a fence or house, but the energy which characterised him all through life was then in the zenith of its power, and pitching his tent on the newly acquired property he went to work with a will and a transformation scene was effected.

The late Mr. Crawford was essentially a farmer and loved to be considered so. Although not what might be termed a farmer of the new school, there was no man had a better knowledge of his vocation and for many years the Crawfordsburn " farm was one of the most reproductive in the district. Mr. Crawford had more than a full share of what in ourselves we term force of character, but in our neighbours stubbornness, and to this is due his success in life. Once having determined to pursue a definite course he carried out his project under latingly (sic), and irrespective of the opinions of others. In common with all men of considerable force of character his likes and dislikes were strong. He could be and was a fine friend to those to whom he became attached and even if prejudiced against a man he was never known to act in a paltry or an underhand manner. In his utterances he was fearless, and gave expression to his honest convictions regardless of whether he offended friends or foes. There was a ruggedness about his character that stamped him as a man of action, which indeed he was to the end of his career. Of course in a character exhibiting so much light and shade, failings might be expected to be found as well as good points. He had his failings as other men have theirs, but the desire to do what was right and just and honest, strongly marked all his actions.

He was a keen businessman, hard to deal with, perhaps, but just; he would not stoop to take mean advantage. He was for a long time associated with the D. and T.A. and H. Society, to which he rendered good service in the early years of his existence, and at the time of his death was one of the trustees of the grounds in Water Street. It is now a matter of history how he successfully fought against granting power to mortgage the property, and it is due to his stubbornness in this direction that the Society possesses to-day an unencumbered property. When the Divisional Board's Act came into force he was elected on the Gowrie Board, and subsequently he became Chairman. When the Drayton Shire evolved itself out of the Gowrie Board he became one of the members, and continuously occupied a seat in the Council until last year, when increasing infirmity necessitated him taking a rest from the active duties of life. Since its erection he has occupied the position of Chairman of the Glenvale School Committee, and was always keenly interested in the progress of the school.

Although ailing for a considerable time the late Mr.Crawford did not become seriously ill until the 4th inst., when he was attacked severely by bronchitis. He subsequently had several haemorrhages, and death supervened shortly after eleven o'clock on Thursday morning. He leaves a widow and eight children: Thomas, at present residing at Walcha Road, New England; Henry, residing at Crawfordsburn; William John, residing at Cork Station Diamantina River; Mrs. Black, Geham; Mrs. D. Munro, Geham; Mrs. Jackson, Brisbane and two unmarried daughters. He was predeceased by his son Hugh, who died in 1885, aged twenty-four years. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon, when a large concourse of mourners attended to pay the last tribute of respect to their deceased friend. The services at the grave were eloquently conducted by Mr. Barrie of Brisbane, in accordance with the rites of the Presbyterian Church, of which the deceased gentleman had been a consistent supporter through life.

Children of William Crawford and Mary Jane Godfrey

  1. Henry born 17 Jun 1844 at Ballynease; died 12 Oct 1923.
  2. Mary Ann born 20 Oct 1845 at N.Ireland; married Robert Black.
  3. Thomas born 27 Jul 1847 at Ballynease, Ireland; married Marion Gilbraith Mitchell.
  4. Matilda born 28 May 1849 at Ballynease, N. Ireland; married Duncan Munro.
  5. Elizabeth born 10 Mar 1851 at Ballynease; died 10 Mar 1851.
  6. ? born 11 Jan 1853 at Ballynease; died 22 Jan 1853.
  7. Elizabeth Jane born 30 May 1858 at Ballynease; died 28 Nov 1950.
  8. William John born 22 Dec 1859; died 03 Dec 1943.
  9. Hugh born 11 Jan 1862; married Lillie Stebbings.
  10. Nancy born 30 Jan 1864; married ? Jackson.
  11. Sarah born 16 Jun 1866 at "Crawfordsburn ", Toowoomba; died 12 Oct 1943.

Generation 5

8: Mary Ann Crawford5 (William4) (William3) (Hugh2) (William1) born 20 Oct 1845 at N.Ireland; married Robert Black 09 Feb 1866 at Drayton; died 04 Feb 1935 at Toowoomba. Immigrated: 31 Jan 1862 to Brisbane aboard "Saldana ". .

Children of Mary Ann Crawford and Robert Black

  1. Thomas William born 09 Jan 1867 at Spring Creek; died 30 Jun 1930 at Brisbane buried at Nundah, Brisbane; married Ellen Frazer Campbell 10 Jan 1891.
  2. Robert Henry born 13 Feb 1868 at Spring Creek; died Aft 1954 at Wandoan; married Eugenie Maude Chapman 23 Dec 1890 at Maryborough.
  3. Jeannie Matilda born 28 Jul 1870 at Spring Creek; died 03 Sep 1955 at Walcha; married Henry Charles Erratt 11 Oct 1905 at Toowoomba.
  4. John Crawford born 10 Aug 1872 at Spring Creek; died 24 Feb 1924 at Toowoomba; married Anna Matilda Munro 25 Apr 1906 at "Ben Lomond ", Toowoomba.

    John was an Elder of the Presbyterian Church, foreman and Shire Clerk of the Highlands Shire Council and Secretary of the Toowoomba Permanent Building Society. He achieved the rank of Lieutenant on 29 Nov 1901. His commission is dated 27 Mar 1905 (Register of Patents No. 1, page 414). He was promoted to Captain 2 Apr 1906, and Major, 10 Jun 1912 and then as Lieutenant-Colonel became Officer in Command of the Toowoomba District.

    Obituary
    Mr J.C. Black

    It is with the deepest regret that the death is recorded of Mr. J.C. Black, who passed away yesterday morning about 8 o'clock. About three years ago, Mr. Black had a serious illness and although he recovered after some months and was able to discharge his duties with ability, he was permanently weakened. The trouble returned yesterday morning and he passed away very suddenly. He was milking a cow at the time and a daughter, who was picking flowers, noticed her father collapse. Assistance was called but he was beyond earthly aid. On the previous morning he had been at work at the office of the Toowoomba Permanent Benefit Building Society, of which he was secretary, and in the afternoon he took part in competitions at the Toowoomba Bowling Club, of which he was a member.

    The late Mr. Black was 52 years of age. He was born at Allora, and at the age of about 17 years, just after he left school, he became clerk of the Highfields Shire Council, retaining that position up to about 18 months ago, when he was appointed to his last position. He was thus about 33 years clerk of Highfields Shire Council and he was exceedingly popular in that district. His knowledge of local government was very complete and his experience perhaps a record in Queensland. When he left Cabarlah for Toowoomba, he received notable tributes from councillors and residents and was presented with handsome tokens of esteem. During his residence in Toowoomba he continued to be actively associated with Church matters, and only last Wednesday evening, at the annual meeting of the congregation of St Stephen's Presbyterian church, he was elected a member of the committee of management, and tributes were then paid to the thoroughness with which he performed every task entrusted to him. From his earliest years, the late Mr. Black was associated with Defence matters. He was connected with the old Defence Force. He rose to the rank of Lieut.-Colonel, and during the war, he was in charge of the training of the Light Horse at Enoggera Camp.

    Deceased leaves a widow (daughter of Mr. John Munro, of "Ben Lomond " (Toowoomba) and four children. The eldest, Archie, aged 17, is in the service of the Bank of New South Wales at Barcaldine, for which place he left about a fortnight ago. Mrs Black returned only last week from that centre. Jack is a student at the Grammar School. There are two little daughters, Mary and Marjorie. He also leaves an aged mother to mourn his loss. The relatives have the deepest sympathy of the community. The late Mr. Black was known far and wide for his extremely sympathetic nature, and he was always willing to go out of his way to go a good turn wherever he could. He will be sadly missed in the life of the city. Last night the remains were taken to the church. After a short service there, the funeral will leave at 3.15 today for the Toowoomba cemetery.

9: Thomas Crawford5 (William4) (William3) (Hugh2) (William1) born 27 Jul 1847 at Ballynease, Ireland; married Marion Gilbraith Mitchell 10 Dec 1880; died 06 Nov 1924 at Yoorooga. Immigrated: 31 Jan 1862 to Brisbane aboard "Saldana ". .

He was manager of Surveyors Creek station near Walcha in the early 1870s. After leaving Surveyors Creek, he built a general store on the Walcha road and also built several houses.

Children of Thomas Crawford and Marion Gilbraith Mitchell

  1. Kathleen born 1881; married James McKay 1913.
  2. Marion Jane born 1882; died 14 Jan 1884.
  3. Lillian born 1885; married Robert Thornton 1914.
  4. Alexander born 09 Jul 1888; married Ethel Mallam 1915 at Armidale.
  5. Jean born 1892; died 14 Mar 1978.

10: Matilda Crawford5 (William4) (William3) (Hugh2) (William1) born 28 May 1849 at Ballynease, N. Ireland; married Duncan Munro 25 Aug 1870; died 23 Aug 1932. Immigrated: 31 Jan 1862 to Brisbane aboard "Saldana ". .

Children of Matilda Crawford and Duncan Munro

  1. Robert Henry born 03 Mar 1872; married Grace Nelson .
  2. Charlotte Amelia born 26 Mar 1874; died 10 Aug 1962; married Burton Fraser Yaldwin 28 Oct 1903.
  3. Eliza Jane born 04 May 1876; died 1877.
  4. William John born 09 Sep 1879; died 30 Jun 1966; married Estelle Shallie .
  5. Archibald born 29 Aug 1881; died 23 May 1935.

    In a letter from Oban, dated 17 June 1923, addressed to his Uncle John, Archie writes:
    We have just arrived back from Barnaline on Loch Awe and had a great day there. The owner Colonel Knox, let us go all over the property which covers about 1400 acres, has a nice house on it and extends back to Loch Avish.

  6. Thomas born 16 Dec 1883; married ? Lockwood .
  7. Hugh born 06 May 1886; died 12 Sep 1959 buried at Toowoomba; married Ida Raff .
  8. Colina born 10 Nov 1889; died 18 Apr 1974; married Duncan John Nelson .
  9. Marion born c. 1891.

    25 The death occurred on December 21 of a well known and highly respected Toowoomba resident, Miss Marion Munro. She was the youngest daughter of Mr Duncan Munro, a founder of A. and D. Munro timber merchants. Miss Munro, who was the last member of that generation, had lived all her life in the Toowoomba area mostly at Geham and "Haddington " in Sinclair Street, Toowoomba. When "Haddington " was sold she made her home in a flat at the former Canberra, and also lived for some time with her sister, Mrs Colina Nelson of "Gabbinbar ". After a brief return to the Canberra she spent the last months of her life at Mylo Home for the Aged in Arthur Street. Miss Munro was noted for her pleasant disposition and the joy she brought to others.

  10. Catherine Jane born 1893; died 1895.

11: Hugh Crawford5 (William4) (William3) (Hugh2) (William1) born 11 Jan 1862; married Lillie Stebbings 02 Jan 1885; died 05 May 1886.

From Charles F. Marks, M. D. Acting Surgeon A Battery.
Report re death of Corporal Crawford.
Brisbane
14th May, 1886.
To the Brigade Major,

SIR, - As commanded, I have to report that Corporal Crawford came to my house and reported himself sick with low fever and diarrhoea on the 27th April. I examined and prescribed for him with instruction as to diet, &c., and ordered him off duty. I saw him several times at my house, the last occasion on the 3rd may when he reported himself better, and his temperature taken by thermometer was normal.

I did not again see him till the morning of the 5th. When I visited him at his house I found him very ill with peritonitis and a temperature of 101. His accommodation was unsuitable for a sick man, and he had only his wife to look after him, who had also an infant to care for. I therefore advised his removal to hospital, which I believe was done on a stretcher in the ambulance wagon. I afterwards learned that he died that night. I may state that as far as a medical officer's duty extends Corporal Crawford received every care and attention.
I have the honor to be, &c.
Charles F. Marks, M. D.
Surgeon Q. D. F.

Children of Hugh Crawford and Lillie Stebbings

  1. William Henry born 11 Sep 1885.

12: Nancy Crawford5 (William4) (William3) (Hugh2) (William1) born 30 Jan 1864; married ? Jackson 26 Oct 1888; died 04 Mar 1931.

Children of Nancy Crawford and ? Jackson

  1. Annette Maude born c. 1890; died 27 Apr 1966.
  2. Evelyn born c. 1893; died 26 Mar 1964.
  3. Robert.

25. , Toowoomba Chronicle,