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Wilkinson Memorial Drinking Fountain

Location

Nelson Place, WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 - Property No B1157

File Number

B1157

Level

Local

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B1157 Memorial Fountain
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B1157 Wilkinson Memorial

Statement of Significance

The Wilkinson Drinking Fountain was erected in 1876 a year after the death of the Reverend George Wilkinson. Rev.Wilkinson was the first rector of Holy Trinity Church, Williamstown. A native of County Cork, he was 52 when Bishop Perry appointed him vicar ofthe prefabricated iron church, Perry had imported from England.

Wilkinson was described as a perfectionist in everything, but was held in awe for his denunciation of the evils of drink while being respected for his great gentleness of character.

Classified: 25/05/1961

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