Patrick O'Connell

Patrick O'Connell was born in 1859 in the Bathurst district, probably in Hargraves (NSW BDM 9835/1859). He was the son of Terence O'Connell and Margaret (McConnell) O'Connell. His siblings included Bridget, Mary Jane, James D O'Connell, Eugene O'Connell, Margaret O'Connell and Julia T O'Connell. 

Patrick's father, Terence, died in 1879 when Patrick was about 20. Following the death, the O'Connell family, comprising Margaret and 7 children, moved from Black Willow in the Hargraves region to a property called Goodiman (12 miles west of Gulgong).

Patrick O'Connell.
Detail from a picture of the Gulgong Rifle Club taken in 1905.

This man is labeled as "Pat O'Connell". He would have been 46 at this time. The light colour of his hair in this image tallies with a letter from Sarah Ellen to Eugene O'Connell in which she describes Patrick as one of "those fellows with sandy whiskers".

As early as 1883, Patrick O'Connell had a Colonial Wine Licence for the Goodiman property. Read more here.

Patrick, and his brother Eugene, were successful graziers on their farm called “Goodiman” and had further land at Cudgebegong. In 1904 Patrick married Mary M. McDonagh in Patrick's Church Sydney. They did not have any children. 

From 1905 Patrick planned his own residence at Cudgebegong (Mebul) which was completed by 1907 and called Tarawang (pronounced Tar-a-wong). 

Patrick died in 1922, having only moved to Sydney and retired from farm life in 1919.

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NEWS ITEMS

There are hundreds of listings of the O'Connell brothers in the newspapers from the time (many listing such things as the prices of lambs they sold). Other articles go into great detail about the Goodiman Rabbit Destruction Association(!) led by brothers Eugene and Patrick. Many of the articles are reproduced below.

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1882 - Slaughtering License
S T Bishop JP applied for a such license for Patrick O’Connor [sic], Goodiman, granted.
Source: Bishop's Clippings

1899 - [PEAK HILL VISIT]

Pat O’Connell of Goodiman, and Jack O’Brien, of Tallewang, were over at Peak Hill for their holidays. Jack tells us that his father who is Seargeant in charge of that town, is in the pink of health. He intends shortly to come Mudgee way to have a look at old friends.

[NB: The Seargeant mentioned is Thomas O’Brien]
Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 20 January 1899 

1899 - A CONVIVIAL GATHERING

It was a genial crowd which gathered at Gulgong for the show. After tea a party found themselves at Norris's Hotel and decided on a little harmony. Mr Dan McCauley was voted to the chair, and with infinite good humor kept things moving with "spirit." Mr Jim Boyd, Messrs. Hocking and Co's representative, sang some capital songs, and our old friend Jim Niven displayed great listening abilities. Mr. R. English, of Goldsborough, Mort and Co., and Mr. Pat O'Connell, of Goodiman, sang, "Enniscorthy,” and fairly brought down the house, the delighted sons of the Emerald Isle nearly kicking the ceiling, one immediately announcing that as long as he had a jumbuck to shear Goldsborough, Mort and Co. alone should have the privilege of selling his clip. One of the other woolmen who couldn't sing, said that he looked upon Mr. Englishs' vocal attractions as unfair competition.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 14 April 1899

1899 – GENERAL NEWS

The O'Connell brothers (Eugene and Pat) are real workers. They have been making good money for years past buying and selling stock. At Crossing and Cox's yards on Tuesday they had a nice lot of cattle, and last week they sent to Flemington fat sheep, realising a substantial profit.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 7 July 1899

1899 – LAND SELECTION

At the Crown Lands Agent's office on Thursday, 26th instant, the following selection was taken by Eugene O'Connell, of Goodiman:— C.P. 141 acres and C.L. 432 acres, parish Yarrobil, county Gordon.

Source: The Wellington Times - October 30 1899 

1899 – ABOUT THE GUARDIAN

Mr. Frank Bromley, the district representative of Little's sheep dip, stopped at Host Donoghoe's Goodiman hotel the other night, and asking to see a newspaper was handed the pink covered 'Guardian.' He inquired whether there was a Sydney paper about, but was informed that the only paper taken was the Mudgee 'Guardian.' This little incident shows once more how firm is the popularity of this paper.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 26 May 1899

1899 – HARE DRIVE

The hare drive at O'Connell Brothers' station, Goodiman, was a great success, over 70 wallabies, hares, etc., being slaughtered. A lot of Gulgongites took part in the fray, but their totals did not come up to expectations.

Mr. Joe Williardt, of Canadian Road, met with a serious accident on Saturday. He was getting a load of wood, when the horse bolted, and in trying to stop the animal his leg got caught in the wheel, causing the thigh to be broken. The break is a bad one, and it will be a long time before the sufferer is able to get about. He has the sympathy of a large number of friends in his misfortune. 

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 22 September 1899

1899 – PRIME FATS

O'Connell Brothers, of Goodiman, had a splendid lot of fat sheep for sale at Crossing and Cox's yards on Tuesday. Four cross-bred wethers sold up to 20s each, and were secured by Mr. J. C. Gunnell, while another small lot at 18s were purchased by Mr. E. Duly.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 29 September 1899 

1899 - ADVERTISING 

Crossing and Cox have for sale by auction next Tuesday 60 fat cattle from O'Connell, Bros, and 20 mixed store cattle. Also 160 mixed young cattle.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 21 July 1899

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1900 – QUARTERLY LICENSING COURT 

Patrick O’Connell did not apply for a renewal of his colonial license at Goodiman.
Source: Wellington Times - Monday 23 April 1900

1900 – [LAND BOUGHT]
There is to be a dingo drive out Upper Botobolar way on Saturday night and Sunday. The pests are very bad…

Messrs. O’Connell Brothers, of Goodiman, were large buyers at the sale of farm lands in the estate of the late G. Rouse. They secured some very choice blocks.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Friday 18 May 1900

1900 – LICENSING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES

… O’Connell’s wine shop at Goodiman and Niven’s hotel to be in the Mudgee district. 

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Monday 8 October 1900

1901 – LOCAL BREVITIES

O’Connell Bros., of Goodiman, are men who always seem to have some of the primest fat stock in their paddocks. They have some gems of bullocks at present, and some perfect fat sheep.
Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 28 March 1901 

1901 – [ACREAGE]

Mr. P. O'Connell was over here yesterday for an hour or two. Mr. O'Connell is, with his brother, the proprietor of some eleven or twelve thousand acres, used for grazing purposes, at Goodaman — the euphonious native word for happy playground. He recalled an anecdote which has some bearing on the representation of Wellington in Parliament. A certain high personage in England once displayed so much interest in the affairs of Australia as to ask “And have the people of that country any religion?” “O, yes,” was the reply, “the people of New South Wales believe that God made Sir Henry Parkes, and Sir Henry Parkes made New South Wales.” Brought up to local date this saying now reads — God made John Haynes, and John Haynes made Wellington. Ask the people of Goolma if they don't think so.

Source: Wellington Times - Monday 17 June 1901

1901 – [SHEARING] 

Messrs. O'Connell Bros., of Goodaman, commenced shearing on the 1st instant.
Source: Wellington Times - Monday 28 October 1901

1902 – [STOCK SALES]
Dry weather, few sales, O’Connell Bros sold 1000 mixed wethers…
Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 20 March 1902

1903 – PRIME STOCK 

O’Connell Bros., Goodiman, on the Mudgee-Cobbora road, an exceptionally fine lot of wethers, which were most favourably commented on…

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 22 October 1903

1904 – AN APPROACHING MARRIAGE
On Saturday next, in Sydney, Mr. Pat. O'Connell, of Goodiman, will be married to Miss McDonough, sister of Dr. McDonough, of Macquarie-street, Sydney, and daughter of the late Dr. McDonough, one of Sydney's best known medical men. We heartily congratulate our old friend, and hope to see him and his future wife spared for many days to enjoy a life of well-deserved happiness.
Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 7 January 1904

1904 – [MARRIAGE]

Mr. Patrick O'Connell, of Goodaman, was married in Sydney on Saturday last to Miss McDonah. Mr. O'Connell's many friends will be pleased to congratulate him on his return from the honeymoon trip.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 14 January 1904

1904 – [RETURN]
Mr. and Mrs. P. O’Connell returned to Goodiman on Monday. On every hand the word of welcome and congratulation greeted the happy couple.

Source: Thursday 21 January 1904

1904 – [MARRIAGE]

O'CONNELL--McDONAGH - January 9, 1904 at St. Patrick's Church, Sydney, by the Very Rev. Pere Le Rennetel, assisted by the Rev Father Piquet, Patrick O'Connell of Goodaman, third son of the late Terence O'Connell, of Black Willow NSW, to Mary Margaret, daughter of the late Dr P McDonagh, and sister of Dr. J. M. McDonagh, of Sydney.

Source: The Sydney Morning Herald - Saturday 20 February 1904

1904 – [MARRIAGE]

A wedding was celebrated at St. Patrick's Church, Sydney, on Saturday afternoon, January 9, when Miss MaryMargaret McDonagh, daughter of the late Dr. P. McDonagh, and sister, of Dr. J. M. McDonagh, of Sydney, was married to Mr. P. O'Connell, of Goodaman, New South Wales, in the presence of a large gathering. The Very Rev Pere Le Rennetel performed the ceremony, assisted by Father Piquet. The bride, who was given away by her brother, wore a handsome dress of grey silk, veiled in shirred chiffon, trimmed with Point de Venise lace, the swathed bodice made with the new cape collar of lace, and sleeves of chiffon and lace; also a Brussels lace veil with coronet of orange blossoms, and carried a shower bouquet of white flowers, the gift of the bridegroom. She was attended by five bridesmaids, one being Miss Nellie O'Brien, niece of the bridegroom, in white Liberty silk let in with lace, and a white silk picture hat trimmed with lace and feathers. The other bridesmaids were the MissesIsabella, Pauline, and Phyllis McDonagh, and Miss Mary Jolly. They wore white silk dresses and blue silk sashes, with bonnets of chiffon and fancy straw and feathers. They all carried floral crooks tied with eau-de-nil and white silk ribbons. Miss O'Brien and Miss Jolly wore gold bracelets with pearl shamrock leaves. The three younger ones wore gold chains and crosses, the gifts of the bridegroom. Mr. Eugene O'Connell acted as best man. At the conclusion of the ceremony Dr. and Mrs. J. M. McDonagh held a reception at Petty's Hotel, whore Mr. and Mrs. O'Connell received the congratulations of their friends. Refreshments were served in the drawing-room, where the presents, which were costly and numerous, were displayed. Later the bride and bridegroom left for the mountains, the bride wearing grey silk voile, trimmed with champagne-tinted lace and Oriental ribbons, and a grey picture hat of chiffon and poppies.

Source: The Sydney Morning Herald - Saturday 27 February 1904

1904 - Wedding Bells. - O'CONNELL— M'DONAGH.

A pretty wedding was celebrated at St. Patrick's Church, Sydney, on January 9th, when Miss Mary Margaret M'Donagh, daughter of the late 'Dr. P. McDonagh, niece of the late Very Rev. Dean Grant, D.D., of Bathurst, and sister of Dr. J. M. McDonagh, of Sydney, was married to Mr. P. O'Connell, of Coolamon [sic Goodiman], New South Wales, in the presence of a large gathering. The Very Kev. Pere Le Rennetel performed the ceremony, assisted by Father Piquet. The bride, who was given away by her brother, wore a handsome dress of grey silk veiled in shirred chiffon trimmed with point de Venise lace, the swathed bodice with the new cape collar of lace, sleeves of chiffon and lace, and wore it Brussels lace veil with coronet of orange blossoms, and carried a shower-bouquet of white flowers, the gift of the bridegroom. She was attended by five bridesmaids, Miss Nellie O'Brien (niece of the bridegroom) acted as chief bridesmaid, and wore white Liberty silk, dress let in with lace, and white silk picture-hat trimmed with lace and ostrich feathers. The other bridesmaids were Misses Isabella, Pauline, and PhyllisMcDonagh and Miss Mary Jolly. They wore white silk dresses and blue silk sashes, with bonnets of chiffon and fancy straw and feathers. They all carried floral crooks tied with eau de nil and white silk ribbons. Miss O'Brien and Miss Jolly wore gold bracelets with pearl shamrock leaves, the three younger ladies wearing gold chains and crosses, the gifts of the bride groom. Mr. Eugene O'Connell acted as best man. At the conclusion of the ceremony Dr. and Mrs. J. M. McDonagh held a reception at Petty's Hotel, whore Mr. and Mrs. O'Connell received the congratulations of their friends. Mrs. McDonagh wore an ivory embossed silk dress prettily inserted with fancy stitching^ and set in with fans of accordeon pleated chiffon edged with black velvet rib bon, the bodice made en suite with Brussels lace. Refreshments were served in the drawing-room, where the presents, which were costly and numerous, were displayed. Later on the bride and bridegroom left for the Mountains, the bride wearing grey silk voile smartly trimmed with champagne lace and Oriental ribbons and grey picture-hat of chiffon and poppies. Among the presents were the following :— Mr. John McKenzie, silver card case; the bridegroom, handsome cheque; Dr. and Mrs. J. M. McDonagh, silver candelabra, silver fish and dessert service, and upright, grand piano; Mrs. P. McDonagh, gold watch and muff chain; Mr. Eugene O'Connell, cheque; Miss C. Shiel (Maldon), silver-mounted bread stand; Mr. E. O'Brien, cheque; Mr. P. Brennan, cheque; Miss Bountiff (Queensland'), centre piece; Miss M. Kenny, centre piece; Mr. Chirence Bridge, silver bread and cake stand ; Mr. J. M. Giles, hand-painted Doulton biscuit barrel; Dr. and Mrs. Marano, card tray; Miss J. Sutherland, Venetian glass flower bowl; Mrs. J. B. Pearse, set of silver afternoon spoons and tongs; Mrs. O'Connell, silver tea service; Mr. W. J. O'Brien, silver jam dish; Mrs. W. H. Goode, Doulton biscuit barrel, silver-mounted; Mr. and Mrs. J. O'Brien, dressing case; Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Lazarus, black marble clock and vases; Mr. and Mrs. Rosonfeld, silver and mother-of-pearl-mounted fish carvers; Mr. and Mrs. J. Ran, hand-painted toilet set; Mr. and Mrs. Wilkins, silver cruet; Mrs. and Miss Strong, jam dish; Mr. Laurence Phillip, silver chatelaine bag ; Mr. R. N. Kirk, silver sugar drum and tongs; Miss Willardt, silver butter dish; Dr. and Mrs. W. E. Warren, autograph book; Mr. and Mrs. Pierce, silver afternoon forks; Mr. and Mrs. Jolly, linen spreads; Miss Jolly, Teneriffe centre piece; Mr. J. Fletcher Walker, silver cake dish; Dr. and Mrs. Lo Brunn, cake stand; Mrs. H. Thaeter, silver salt cellars: Sergeant O'Brien, mirror and silver-backed brushes; Miss Mertelmeyer, toast rack; Captain and Mrs. Amora, set of silver-mounted carvers; Mr. I. R. Willows and Clapham, silver-mounted bottles; Mrs. and Miss Lewis, silver candlestick and match-stand; Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Wilshire, pair of silver candle sticks; Miss Wilshire, silver photo frame; Mr. and Mrs. R. Loder, silver and cut-glass inkstand; Mr. and Mrs. Lonergan, tea and coffee service; Dr. and Mrs. Baptista, silver tea service; Mr. Parker (Gulgong), handsome side-board; Mrs. Cain, vases.

Source: Freeman's Journal - Saturday 5 March 1904

1904 - Wedding Bells. O'Connell— McDonagh.

The social columns of the Sydney press contain reports of the marriage of Mr. Patrick O'Connell, Goodaman, Mudgee, to Miss Mary Margaret McDonagh, daughter of the late Dr. McDonagh, of Sydney, and niece of the late Very Rev. Dean Grant, of Bathurst, and sister of Dr. J. M. McDonagh. The wedding was celebrated in St. Patrick's Church, Sydney, in the presence of a very large gathering. The Very Rev. Pere Le Rennetel performed the ceremony assisted by Father Piquet. The bride, who was given away by her brother, wore a handsome dress of grey silk veiled in shirred chiffon, trimmed with Point lace, the swathed bodice with, the new cape collar of lace; sleeves of chiffon and lace. Miss Nellie O'Brien, niece of the bridegroom, acted as chief bridesmaid, and wore a white liberty silk dress, with lace, and a white silk picture hat trimmed with lace and ostrich feathers. The other bridesmaids were Misses Isabella, Pauline, and Phyllis McDonagh and Miss Mary Jolly. They wore white silk dresses and blue sashes, bonnets of chiffon, fancy straw, and feathers. They all carried floral crooks tied with eau-de nil and white silk ribbons. Miss O'Brien and Miss Jolly wore gold bracelets with pearl shamrock leaves, the three younger wearing gold chains and crosses, the gifts of the bride groom. Mr. Eugene O'Connell acted as best man. At the conclusion of the ceremony Dr. and Mrs. J. M. McDonagh held a reception at Potty's Hotel, where Mr. and Mrs. O'Connell received the congratulations of their friends. Mrs. McDonagh wore an ivory embossed silk dress prettily insetted with fancing stitchings and fans of accordeon-pleated chiffon, edged with black velvet ribbon, the bodice made en suite with Brussels lace. The honeymoon was spent at the mountains, the bride's going-away dress being a grey silk voile, smartly trimmed with champagne lace and Oriental ribbons, with a grey picture hat of chiffon and poppies.

Source: Mudgee Guardian Thursday 3 March 1904

1905 - Goodiman R.D. Association.

Goodiman Rabbit Destruction Association held its usual monthly meeting at the residence of Messrs. O'Connell Bros, on the 15th inst., when the usual attendance of members was present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed. Mr. P. O'Connell (Chairman) said it afforded him great pleasure to see gentlemen members of the association present there that evening. It convinced him that they were taking a lively interest in the question of destruction of rabbits, and he trusted that the members would that evening give all the information in their power concerning the results of their laying' down of poison since the recent meeting, when it had been proposed and carried — ''That each member should lay poison on or about the 8th for the destruction of the pest.' He was sure that it would be of interest to every member to know the result of their work. (Applause).

Mr. J. A. Campbell said he was pleased to be present at that meeting to assist in forwarding the cause of rabbit destruction, and also to hear the results of other members, and he was always pleased to give all the information in his power on the question of rabbit destruction. He had laid down three miles of poison since the last meeting, with the result that he had seen more dead rabbits this time than on any previous occasion. When the association passed the resolution at the last meeting, he was of opinion that rabbits would not take the poison, on account of too much green feed, but he was now quite convinced that they would take the poison at any time. He had inspected the land where he laid the poison, with the satisfaction that he found dead rabbits all along the line of poison. He was convinced that if all the land-owners around the neighborhood were to lay poison on their lands they would soon get the rabbits under control. (Hear, hear.) He hoped that the members would make it a point to report every landowner to the association who neglected to assist, for it was useless for the members trying to fight against the pests while other land owners around them took no steps whatever to assist. It was an injustice to those who were working to destroy the noxious pest. (Applause.)

Mr. G. J. Croome said he held a very high opinion of laying poison for rabbits. He had been of the same opinion as the last speaker. When he started to poison at the time appointed by that association he thought that they would not take the pollard when there was such an abundance of green feed; but since he witnessed the result of his poisoning on the last occasion, he was certain the rabbits would take the poison whenever it was laid. He advised all landowners to join in poisoning, whether they belong to that association or not, for he was convinced that the poison would rid the country of the rabbit pest. (Applause).

Mr. G. Shearman endorsed the previous speaker's remarks, and said he had put down poison to the extent of two miles at the time appointed by the association, and he was fully satisfied with the work he had done. He laid the poison when it was raining, and he found good results, and was satisfied that they would take the poison at any time, and that the green feed made no difference. (Applause).

Mr. J. Niven said he had at tended that meeting for the purpose of hearing the results of the members of that association's recent work. He had had a fair amount of experience of late with rabbits, and he knew the amount of damage they could do to growing crops, and he had resorted to the poisoning method, which he found to be the only way to keep them down. He was still poisoning, and he intended to continue it. As to the question of green feed, he was satisfied in his mind that the rabbits would take the bait at any time. He had inspected his land since the poison cart had gone over it, and could say that it had done good work. All that was wanted was for every landowner to assist, whether he was a member of the Association or not. He considered that every member should report all landowners who did not assist in the word. Mr. P. S. Hanslow said he had listened to the remarks of those gentlemen who had addressed the meeting, and could substantiate those remarks in reference to the rabbits taking poison in preference to green feed. He had laid down poison in accordance with the time appointed by the Association, and with every satisfaction, for he had found large numbers of dead rabbits and hares. He noticed that some remarks had been made in reference to some landowners not taking any steps to destroy rabbits, and could confirm those remarks. He also heard the remarks made by some landowners that they did not intend to poison. It was a great surprise to him that landowners could not see the benefit of destroying rabbits. If the rabbits kept increasing at such a rapid rate as they were of late, it would soon be a question for the land owner to decide whether he would remain on the land or leave it to the rabbits. (Applause). The Government were doing their best to stamp out the pest, but notwithstanding the Rabbit Act, it appeared that there was a class of people who would not assist in any way to destry [sic] the pest. No doubt the Government would enforce the Act for the destruction of rabbits more strongly than ever. If the landowners only made up their minds, and went to work in a body throughout the whole State and laid poison, the pest would soon be under control. He gave his earnest consideration to the rabbit question of late in this State, as well as in the sister colonies, where they were all resorting to the system of poisoning, and it was the opinion of the majority of our scientific men throughout Australia that the only way to stamp out the pest was to lay poison. No doubt the pest could be got rid of in other, ways, but other animals would be affected also, and probably the health of the community would also suffer, so that the Government who brought these methods forward first, had to take all these matters into consideration, but he was satisfied that if the landowners would only join together and lay poison we should soon see the rabbit pest put down. In conclusion, he trusted that every landowner would lay poison whether he belong to the association or otherwise. (Applause.)

Mr. E. O'Connell said he was highly pleased with his last work. He poisoned according to the instructions of that associations at a recent meeting, and had kept the poison cart working every day, at the rate of eight miles per day, and he made an inspection of the country where he laid the poison, and had the satisfaction of seeing large numbers of rabbits dead. Some re marks had been made by some member of that association concerning the rabbits not taking poison when there was such a country of green pasture. He was sure that that green feed made no difference. They would take the poison at any time, but he must say that some steps must be taken concerning those landowners who did not attempt to destroy rabbits. He quite agreed with those gentlemen that the members should report those who did not lay poison. (Applause).

A resolution was then carried: - "That it was deemed advisable that every member of that association should report all landowners who did not poison." Mr. J. A. Campbell proposed that a date be fixed for the next meeting. He proposed that the date be the 22nd of May, at 7 o'clock. Carried. Mr. P. S. Hanslow moved: 'That it is the opinion of that meeting that the Association should hold meetings in other parts of the locality'. The Chairman closed the meeting with a few remarks and said he hoped to see them again on the 22nd May. A vote of thanks to the Chairman closed the meeting. 

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 27 April 1905

1905 – [RESIDENCE]

Mr. Pat O’Connell, of Goodiman, is contemplating the erection of a residence at Cudgebegong, and going in for dairying on a large scale. If he does so he will become a valuable aid to the Yamble Dairy Co. – Western Post.

Source: Wellington Times - Thursday 14 September 1905

1905 – [Death of Mrs. McDonagh]

One day last week a wire was received by Mrs. P. O'Connell, of Goodiman, stating that her mother was seriously ill. Mr. and Mrs. P. O'Connell immediately left for Sydney, and when they arrived, it was only to be informed that there was no hope of a recovery, and this was borne out by the passing away of the patient shortly afterwards. The late Mrs. McDonagh one time resided with her family at Orange, and were then great friends of Monsignor O'Donovan, who was also living there at the time. Dr. McDonagh, of Sydney, is a son of deceased.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 5 October 1905

Isabella McDonagh nee Grant was born around 1830 to John and Isabella Grant. In about 1855 she married Patrick McDonagh, and they subsequently emigrated to Australia. She passed away in Sydney NSW in 1905.

Her husband's death certificate of 1889 in WikiTree indicates they were married in Ireland when he was 29 (circa 1855), and that her maiden name was "Grant". It also indicate that they had lived in NSW for 28 years (circa 1861).

Source: Wikitree

1906 – The GULGONG HIBERNIAN SOCIETY’S SPORTS.

General Committee: Messrs. P. O’Connell, E. O’Connell (Goodiman)… J. O'Brien, T. Wilson (Tallewang); W. O'Brien (Gulgong); Jas. Niven (Spring Ridge); …

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Monday 15 January 1906

1906 – [DEATH]

The death occurred at Goodiman on Monday of Mrs. Margaret O’Connell at the ripe age of 84. Messrs. E. and P. O’Connell, Goodiman, and Mrs. W. Norris, Cobbora, were the sons and daughter of the deceased, and they will have the sympathy of their many friends in their sad loss.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 2 August 1906

1906 – CUDGEBEGONG
Cricket Club President Patrick O’Connell and Vice-president Eugene O’Connell
Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 6 December 1906

1907 - GOOLMA (From our own Correspondent.)

Mr. Patrick O'Connell has erected a magnificent brick house at Cudgebegong, and it is quite an ornament to that locality. The sports to be held here in aid of the church fund promises to be a great success. They will consist of foot running, throwing at wicket, envelope race, Siamese race, races for children, etc. Miss Selina Anderson addressed a meeting here on the 1st. instant in advocacy of the Labor movement, and was accorded a patient hearing. A vote of thanks to the speaker and chairman terminated one of the best political meetings ever held here.

Source: Wellington Times - Thursday 9 May 1907

1907 – [FOXES]

Foxes are very numerous about Goodiman, doing much damage to poultry and lambs. Messrs. O’Connell Bros. are organizing fox hunts to keep the pest down.

Source: Wellington Times - Thursday 18 July 1907

1907 – OVER OLD LANDS – BY COTSWOLD
II. GULGONG TO THE TALBRAGAR

…good country is left behind… The exceptions are at Goodiman, where Mr O’Connell has a large holding and some cultivation; at Haley’s…

Source: Australian Town and Country Journal (Sydney, NSW : 1870 - 1907) Wednesday 6 November 1907

1908 – [FIRST AID]

An accident of a very painful nature happened last week to a little daughter of Mr. P. Cunningham, of Cudgebegong. Whilst the little one, in the freshness of life and the exuberance of spirit, was romping child-like with others of her own age, she fell over a log and fractured her arm in two places. First aid was rendered by Mr. P. O'Connell, of Tarrawang, and the sufferer was afterwards taken to Gulgong. Chloroform was then administered, and the fractures reduced.

[JOB: Cunningham ringbarked the trees over there.]
Source: Mudgee Guardian Monday 10 August 1908

1908 – [SHEARING]

Shearing is now almost over here. Messrs. O’Connell Bros. (of Tarrawang and Goodiman) have completed shearing operations, and, I believe, have disposed of their wool for a satisfactory price. Notwithstanding the drought Mr. P. O’Connell has been steadily improving his property (Tarrawang), and evidently intends to make it an ideal home, and more power to him say I, for the property is a good one and well worth improving. 26/11/08

Source: Wellington Times Thursday 3 December 1908

1908 – WONDERFUL! ISN'T IT? CLOSER SETTLEMENT. [GOOLMA DISTRICT]

At time of writing this the rain hadn't come and the ground could not be ploughed, and the grass and herbs were drying up and there would be no crops and — and — Ah, well, say some, rain will come. We will get good seasons again. . . And so it goes on ; and so we believe in providence and do little, if anything, for ourselves..

… One could almost title Cudgebegong the 'Secret Meadows,' because, till reaching there, everything on all sides is bush. Suddenly one comes upon the Honeysetts, Cunninghams, Wrights, O'Connells, and — and — . All along the creek on either side are small model farms, nicely kept and well utilised. One has only to visit this place to see what can be done on small areas of land. After visiting and chatting with all the good folks, I had the comfort of spending a night at Mr. P. O'Connell's homestead.

Tarawang. I do not wish to particularise, or in any way give any undue prominence to any place, but Tarawang is undoubtedly a handsome dwelling. Not a mansion by any means, yet a fine brick structure, well designed and architecturally displayed. It is situated on a prominence overlooking wide slopes and deep glades, bordered by blue black mountains. The view obtained is uncommonly picturesque. Although totally opposed in political and union matters I must herein compliment Mr. T. O'Connell [sic] for his generous treatment and broadmindedness. It would be quite unreasonable to overlook mentioning the Honeysetts' neat little farms. I cannot remember seeing cleaner or more compact farms utilised to their fullest extent. Altogether, Cudgebegong is a nice place, and at some future date I hope to re visit and tour the whole district. I may mention that in future the Times correspondents now established at Cudgebegong and Yamble will record weekly all the news and doings of public interest at these centres.

Source: Wellington Times (NSW : 1899 - 1954) Thursday 9 April 1908 p 3 Article

1908 - DISTRICT NEWS. CUDGEBEGONG. (From our own Correspondent.)

I notice that though your scribes are numerous, Cudgebegong does not appear to be represented in that respect, and I will with your permission endeavor to supply the deficiency. Most correspondents begin with the weather. Well, in order not to depart from an old and long established rule, I will do likewise.

We have had some weeks of continuous dry weather, and in consequence grass and herbage are scarce. Generally speaking, the days have been mild and pleasant with an occasional cold night, and it is feared that even if rainy weather sets in now Jack Frost will make his appearance too soon to allow of any growth in the grass. ? The local public school was reopened on Monday last, having been closed for a short term on account of an outbreak of whooping cough among the children. Very few of the pupils are as yet able to attend, as some have the disease in a very severe form, especially in the oases of very young children. Sickness is also prevalent among the adults. Among those having to seek medical aid are the wives of Messrs. T. and J. Wright.

Early in the present week Mrs. P. O'Connell departed in haste for Sydney where her brother, Dr. McDonough, lies dangerously ill. I trust that in my next budget I will be able to give a favorable report of the above cases.

Timber Cutting.— Quite a number of men are engaged between Cudgebegong and Spring Ridge in sleeper cutting for the Mudgee-Gulgong line. The timber in the locality indicated is, I believe, chiefly ironbark. A few of the local men are among the cutters, whilst others are engaged in carting. Among the latter are Messrs. GeorgeShearman and D. Lett. The high price of horse feed makes matters somewhat hard for both cutters and carters alike.

Cricket.— Tallawang is expected to meet our men on the Cudgebegong wicket on 11th instant, when it is generally believed the local men will give a good account of themselves.

Foxes. — Foxes are becoming, more plentiful as the winter season approaches. Mr. Callaghan, teacher of the local public school, shot a very fine one recently of the female species. They are making themselves heard much earlier than was the case last year.

Source: Wellington Times (NSW : 1899 - 1954) Thursday 16 April 1908 p 3 Article

1908 - CUDGEBECONG. THE WEATHER. (From our own Correspondent.)

The Weather. Rain! Glorious rain! After three or four days of threatening weather, nice steady rain commenced to fall this morning and continued up till dark. Though this quantity of rain will do a great amount of good a much heavier fall is really necessary; and, at time of writing indications point to a further downpour.

Cricket. The Tallawang cricketers paid a visit to Cudgebegong on Saturday last and defeated the local boys. As I was not present I cannot furnish particulars.

Sickness. That distressing complaint, whooping cough is still in our midst, but I am glad to say that in the majority of cases the sufferers are improving. The ladies, whose illness I reported last week are, I believe, progressing towards convalescence. Mrs. P.O'Connell, of Tarawang, has not yet returned from the metropolis, but, according to latest accounts, the health of her brother, Dr. McDonough, is improving. Mrs. G. Oldfield has been very ill for some days, necessitating medical treatment. It is to be hoped that this fall of rain will purify the air and drive those confounded diseases away — to Siberia or Alaska, or to some other outlandish region, where there is a probability of the microbe suffering death from frost-bite.

Rabbits. These do not appear to be so numerous as they were some weeks ago, which shows that the poisoning carried out some time since by several of the landholders has been effective.

Races. At the present time the general topic of conversation, especially among the youthful section of the community, is the forthcoming Goolma race meeting. Should the weather conditions prove favourable on the 24th instant, I predict a very large gathering; as the Goolma meetings are generally above the average country meeting and are deservedly popular.

Source: Wellington Times (NSW : 1899 - 1954) Thursday 23 April 1908 p 3 Article

1908 - CUDGEBEGONG. THE WEATHER. (From our own Correspondent.)

The Weather. For more than a week we have been experiencing beautiful weather— much too mild for the farmers and graziers. A heavy fall of rain would be extremely welcome Farming. A few of our farmers — taking advantage of the recent rainfall — are engaged in sowing wheat, or preparing the land for that purpose. Farming in this district, however, is only carried on to a comparatively small extent. About five years ago Mr. J. Niven, of Spring Ridge, planted several hundred acres of his Cudgebegong land with wheat, but the season being un favorable the result was not so satisfactory as might have been expected, so Mr. Niven has not attempted any farming on Cudgebegong since, but finds that it is more to his advantage to use the land for grazing purposes. Mr. P. O'Connor [sic], of Tarawang, is having a large scope of country cleared. His land is of very good quality, and should we have a return of good seasons would produce splendid results if utilised for wheat growing purposes. Sickness. Most of the juveniles are recovering from the distressing epidemic — whooping cough — but I am sorry to have to report that some of the grown people are far from well. Mrs. J. Wright and Mrs. J. Cunningham are still in the hands of the Gulgong medical men. Mrs. G. Oldfield, whose illness I regretted in my last budget, is still in very indifferent health; and during the week Miss Ivy Oldfield had to be conveyed to Gulgong for medical treatment, when it was found that her case was so bad as to necessitate her removal the hospital. Master John Hanslow, son of Mr. P. S. Hanslow, has been confined to his bed for more than a week suffering from an attack of pleurisy, but is now, I believe, on the mend. I am pleased to be able to state that Dr. McDonagh, brother of Mrs. P. O'Connell, of Tarawang, has so far recovered that he was able to accompany his sister to her home, where he spent a couple of days before returning to the city. Sleeper-Cutting. This industry is still booming, but there has been some little hitch between the cutters and carters, or perhaps it would be more correct to say between the cutters and contractors. Hitherto all the sleepers obtained in this district had to be delivered at Gulgong, but the contractors have announced that in future they require that the sleepers be delivered at the Mudgee depot instead. This will mean something like fifteen miles further for the carters, and for this the contractors are offering the men engaged in cutting only three-pence extra per sleeper. The result is that men who were making fair wages with two or three horses and a dray will have to stand out, as only those possessing a waggon and a good strong team will be able to make wages— that is unless the contractors can see their way clear to offer something more substantial for the extra distance.

Source: Wellington Times (NSW : 1899 - 1954) Thursday 7 May 1908 p 3 Article

1908 - CUDGEBEGONG. (From our own Correspondent.)

The Weather. — Since my last report we have been favored with a nice steady fall of rain, amounting to slightly more than an inch, and, it is almost needless to add, that this was much appreciated by the people, especially the farming and grazing community. The weather during the rainfall was, contrary to what might be expected, quite warm, in fact like spring weather, although there has been a cold change since the rain ceased. Those of the farmers, with whom I have spoken are very jubilant over the welcome change in the weather, as they now have reason to hope for a good spring.

A Broken Arm. — Whilst playing with her brothers and sisters on Tues day evening last, Catherine Cunningham, a little girl about nine years old, daughter of Mr. Pat Cunningham of this place, sustained a fall which resulted in a broken arm. The limb was in the first place attended to by Mr. P. O'Connell of Tarawang, and on the following morning the patient was conveyed to Gulgong, where the broken bone was set by Drs. Quinn and Sheeby, chloroform having to be ad ministered for that purpose.

Source: Wellington Times (NSW : 1899 - 1954) Thursday 6 August 1908 p 3 Article

1908 - CUDGEBEGONG. (From our own Correspondent.)

The weather — I am pleased to be able to state that since my last budget we have had another nice fall of rain, which should go far towards ensuring a good spring. Although the late rain has been responsible for a certain amount of mortality among the very poor sheep, there is some consolation for those concerned in the fact that in a very few weeks there will be abundance of green for the remaining stock. To those who have lost the greater part of their stock this is, of course, but poor consolation, but as far as Cudgebegong is concerned, there has been no very great loss in either sheep or the large stock. The wheat crops, which were very backward, are now coming on apace so that some of our farmers have reason to hope for some return for their labour this year at any rate.

Convalescent — Mr. J. Niven, of Spring Ridge, who was operated on last week by Dr. McCormack, of Sydney, for appendicitis, is making good progress towards recovery. His many friends will be pleased to see him about again. Mr. W. Lett, senr, has improved very considerably during the past week or so, and as the most severe part of the winter has passed, there is every reason to hope that he will continue to improve in health. The little girl Catherine Cunning ham, who has been attended by Dr. Quinn for a broken arm, is making very satisfactory progress.

Yankee Doodle — Several localities intend being present to witness the celebrations in connection with the visit of the American Fleet, among them being Mr. Callaghan, of the local school, Mr. and Mrs. P. O'Connell, of Tarawang, and Mr. T. H. Wood, of Yamble.

Source: Wellington Times (NSW : 1899 - 1954) Thursday 20 August 1908 p 5 Article

1908 - CUDGEBEGONG. (From our own Correspondent.)

Weather — They say everything comes to those who wait. Evidently the people of Cudgebegong have waited long enough, for since last recording the happenings of ' Sleepy Hollow,' we have been treated to upwards of two inches of rain. Of course the fall was not general. Storms rarely are. Nevertheless, most of the surrounding localities appear to have received their share. One of the heaviest storms we have had occurred this afternoon In the vicinity of the Public School slightly more than an inch fell in less than an hour, and at time of writing there is very good indications of a further downpour.- The country around had already assumed quite a spring like appearance and this last heavy fall has just about crowned the show.

Sickness — Mrs. W, Lett, who has for some time past been an inmate of a private hospital in Gulgong, is still in a very critical state of health. Only a few days ago her medical adviser had but very small hopes of her recovery. Yesterday she was slightly better, but I believe her case is still regarded as serious. Mrs. J. Cunningham is also on the sick list and is being treated at the Gulgong Hospital. Mrs. W. Honeysett had, I believe, to visit Gulgong during the week for medical treatment. Mrs. Honeysett has been in very delicate health for a considerable time. Mr. P. S, Hanslow was somewhat seriously indisposed for about a week. Mr. H. consulted a doctor, of Mudgee, and discovered that he had been suffering from sun stroke. Colds are very prevalent here just now, especially among the juveniles

General — Haymaking has been started here, but I am sorry to say that there is scarcely a decent crop in Cudgebegong. Those who have any to cut are fortunate, although they are simply using the mower where they should be using the stripper had the season been anything near the mark at all. Hard luck! Yet, many of our lawmakers are continually prating of settling the people on the land. Pity soma of them had not been compelled to make a living off the land for— say the past 13 or 14 years. What a different tune they would sing! Nothing like experience, and a little farming experience ought not to be lost on some of our politicians.

Shearing is now almost over here. Messrs. O'Connell Bros, (of Tarawang and Goodiman) have completed shearing operations, and, I believe, have disposed of their wool for a satisfactory price. Notwithstanding the drought Mr. P. O'Connell has been steadily improving his property (Tarawang), and evidently intends to make it an ideal home, and more power to him say I, for the property is a good one and well worth improving. 26/11/08.

Source: Wellington Times (NSW : 1899 - 1954) Thursday 3 December 1908 p 3 Article

1909 - WYALDRA SHIRE. The Monthly Meeting.

Councillors Lowe and Ryan submitted their report on the application for closing a road and granting land in lieu thereof by Mr. P. O'Connell, Cudgebegong Creek, and on the matter being considered it was decided to advise Mr. O'Connell that the Council regretted they could not grant the request.

Source: Mudgee Guardian Thursday 15 April 1909 p 24 Article

1910 - WYALDRA SHIRE COUNCIL REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING.

CORRESPONDENCE. The following letters were read, and, on the motion of Cr. Bowman, seconded by Cr. Rouse, the same were received, and the following orders made thereon:- from Mr. P. O'Connell, Tarawang, drawing attention to the condition of Beryl Bridge, which has some loose planks in it, causing the bridge to be in a dangerous state. The 'matter' was referred to the engineer, who stated that the bridge was a national work, and that he had already drawn the authorities' attention to its condition with a view of having the work made good.

Source: Mudgee Guardian Thursday 10 March 1910 p 12 Article

1912 - LETT'S CROSSING TO COBBORA.

A petition was received from Messrs. G. Shearman, D. Lett, W. Jones, and P. O'Connell, drawing attention to the bad state of the road from Mrs. Lett's crossing to the Blue Gate at Cobbora. The matter was referred to the Engineer for report.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 8 February 1912

1912 – [GULGONG SHOW]

GULGONG.-The twentieth annual exhibition of the Gulgong Agricultural and Pastoral Association was opened on Wednesday. There was a splendid show of miscellaneous horses, and the cattle were very good, considering the droughty season. The fruit and grapes were excellent. Awards:

- Stallion, 3yrs and over: P. O'Connell.
- Pen of 3 fat sheep: P. O'Connell
Source: The Sydney Morning Herald - Monday 25 March 1912

1912 – GOODIMAN FLEECE

Mr. Eugene O'Connell was in Mudgee this week, and tells us that the country out Spring Ridge way is pretty dry, but that there is still a fair amount of grass. Recently he sent his wool to Sydney, but only sold the pieces and rough parts. The bulk of the clip did not come up to the valuation of the auctioneers, so Mr O'Connell held on to it. He was wise, for there has been a sharp rise in prices, Messrs O'Connell Bros. wool always brings a good price, for they are excellent judges of sheep, and take a keen interest in their flock.

Source: Mudgee Guardian, December 5, 1912

1914 – LOSSES

Last Tuesday night’s storm did a great deal of damage in this district. ''On the Goodiman Ranges the downpour was very heavy. The water rushing in a sweeping flood, on to Mr. J. Niven's property, near Cudgebegong. Fences were carried away, and so far 38 dead sheep have been recovered from the debris which chokes the waterways and is filled as high as the fences everywhere. Mr. Niven does not yet know the extent of his losses. It was estimated that fully three inches fell in 20 minutes.

Source: Mudgee Guardian Thursday 26 March 1914

1915 - Wyaldra Shire. THURSDAY, 14/1/15.

CORRESPONDENCE. From P. O'Connell, Tallewang,[sic] applying for alteration of road at south end of his paddock. The Engineer said that Mr. O'Connell had made a similar request before, but the Council would not entertain it.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 21 January 1915

1916 – [ROAD WORKS]

Repairs were carried out to road from Cudgebegong Creek towards Goolma, and at O'Connell's deviation, and some urgent repairs are being done on main Wellington road before gang can attend to things on the Goolma side. Repairs are being done on the Spring Ridge section of the Cobbora road.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 23 November 1916

1918 – [ILLNESS]

Mr. P. O'Connell, the genial and popular owner of "Tarrawang," is making good recovery from, his serious illness.

Source: Mudgee Guardian Thursday 4 July 1918

1918 - At Mebul. PRESENTATION TO MR. AND MRS. C. HUGHES.

Mr. and Mrs. C. Hughes, who have resided in the Mebul district for upwards of 20 years, were farewelled at Mr. C. Wright's residence "Lumeah" on Thursday night last prior to their departure for Sydney. There were about 70 friends present, including a number from Gulgong, Mr. A. Baldwin presiding. The chairman, in proposing the toast of "our Guests," referred to the regret on all sides at the departure of Mr. and Mrs Hughes. Mr. Hughes was well known to all as a man of high character and he was one who was at all times imbued with a decree of public spiritedness which was commendable. The toast was supported by Messrs. J. Cunningham, E. O Connell and A. Croft. Mr. Croft, on behalf of the residents, presented Mr. Hughes with a handsome silver tea and coffee service, and an envelope containing a sum of money. Mr. Hughes made an appreciative response. He regretted having to leave the district, and this was brought about solely by the fact that he needed to go to larger spheres to have his children educated.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Monday 16 December 1918

1919 – [SALE OF TARAWANG]
Mr. and Mrs. P. O’Connell, who have disposed of their “Tarawang” property…
Source: Mudgee Guardian -Thursday 27 March 1919

1919 - [DEPARTURE]

Mr. and Mrs. P. O'Connell, who have disposed of “Tarawang,” Gulgong, were farewelled recently at Mebul by the residents, the function, which was held at Mr. C. Wright's residence [Lumeah], being attended by over fifty persons. Mr. A. Baldwin presided, and on behalf of the residents presented the departing guests with a silver tea and coffee service. Mr. P. O'Connell was also the recipient of a set of smoking pipes from the children of the locality. During the evening eulogistic remarks concerning Mr. and Mrs. P. O'Connell were made by the chairman, Messrs. J. J. Rogers, W. T. Tonkyn, H. J. Baldwin (Gulgong) and E. O'Connell. At the Communion breakfast held in the Gulgong Convent school-hall the president of the Hibernian Society, Mr. R. E. McClintock, expressed regret at Mr. and Mrs. O' Connell's departure from the district. The Rev. Father E. P. O'Donnell, speaking on behalf of the Catholic people, eulogised the departing parishioners, and expressed the keenest regret at the departure of Mr. and Mrs. O'Connell, whom the district could ill afford to lose.

Source: Freeman's Journal (Sydney, NSW : 1850 - 1932) Thursday 27 March 1919 p 16 

1919 – [TARRAWANG SALE]

MEBUL. Auction Furniture Sale Saturday, 5th April, 1919.
JAS. NIVEN (Spring Ridge), G. T. McEWEN (Gulgong), Auctioneers in conjunction, HAVE received instructions from Messrs. W. T. and W. P. Tonkyn to sell the whole of the Household Furniture and Effects of 'Glenara' and 'Tarrawong.' The sale will be held at 'Glenara,' Mebul, on the above date, commencing at 12.30 sharp, when the following will be offered for sale:-

Drawing Room — Two pianos, walnut and rosewood, suite (six piece).

Dining Room — 1 sideboard (walnut), 19 chairs, dinner waggon, 2 safes.

Bedroom — Toilet sets and linos, 4 double bedsteads, 3 single bedsteads. 2 bedroom suites, 1 box ottoman, 2 marble washstands, 2 duchesse tables, 1 mahogany chests of drawers

Kitchen — Dresser, 2 large tables, utensils. Large galvanised bath, galvanised washtubs, 1000 gallons galvanised tank, 1 portable copper, sundries too numerous to mention.

1919 – Gulgong News. - Residing at Wahroonga

Mr. and Mrs. P. O'Connell formally of "Tarawang" have taken up their residence at Wahroonga (Sydney), where they have purchased a nice cottage.

Source: Mudgee Guardian Monday 25 August 1919 p 4 Article

1922 – DEATH OF MR P. O’CONNELL

The death occurred at Pea Whare, a suburb of Sydney, on Saturday late, of Mr. Patrick O’Connell, for so many years a highly respected resident of Goodiman, in the Gulgong district. The deceased was 63 years of age and leaves a sorrowing widow. The funeral will leave St John’s R.C. Church, Gulgong, tomorrow (Tuesday) at 3pm.

Source: Mudgee Guardian Monday 27 February 1922

1922 – [OBITUARY]

The Late Mr P. O'Connell - A MAN WHO MADE GOOD. BURIED AT GULGONG

At his residence at Wahronga, Sydney, on Saturday, Feb ruary 25, the death took place of Mr. Patrick O'Connell, late of 'Tarawang,' Mebul, aged 63 years. The deceased gentleman was born in the Hargraves district. In 1882 he and his brother, Mr. Eugene O'Connell, with their mother and other members of the family, came to Goodiman to live. For a time they conducted the old Goodiman Hotel, but later on bought the Goodiman Estate from the late Mr. George Rouse, and they successfully used the property for grazing and other pastoral pursuits. Later on the O'Connell Bros., which was the name they traded under, purchased more of the Rouse Estate at Mebul, and they worked together as stock dealers as well as following farming and grazing. In 1904 Mr. P. O'Connell built a fine home at Mebul where he resided. In 1919 the deceased decided to sell his portion of the property and to live in retirement for the rest of his days. The Mebul property is a splendid one, as also is the Goodiman property. The latter property is owned by Mr. Eugene O'Connell. He still resides there. The deceased purchased a house in Sydney, where he resided right up to the time of his death.

The late Mr. O' Connell was one of those early, energetic settlers, who was not afraid of hard work, and hard work, combined with the energy and intellect allowed him to make a success of his business and when he retired he was able to do so in comfort. The deceased gentleman was very well known and highly respected. His splendid personality and the joviality and big heartedness he displayed at all times won him the good wishes and respect of all who knew him. In business matters he was very keen, and he carried out a great deal of stock dealings from which branch of business he did well. A very intimate friend of Mr. O'Connell's said 'He was a man,' and no man could have a better tribute paid him.

The remains were brought to Gulgong and were interred in the R.C. portion of the general cemetery. The burial service was read by Rev. Father E. P. O'Donnell (an intimate friend of years standing of deceased). The funeral arrangements were in the hands of Messrs. McGowan and Bayliss. The deceased leaves a wife, who before marriage was a Miss McDonough, sister of the late Dr., John McDonough, of Sydney. He also leaves a brother, Mr. Eugene O'Connell, of Goodiman, near Gulgong, and three sisters, Mrs. Paine (Wellington), Mrs. W. Norris (North Sydney), and Mrs. J. M. O'Brien (Marrickville.) To the widow and family of deceased we extend our very deepest sympathy; in their sad bereavement. The funeral was largely attended, almost every family about Goodiman and Mebul being represented. A great number of Gulgong friends of the deceased were also present at the funeral.

Source: Mudgee Guardian - Thursday 9 March 1922

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Patrick is buried with his mother and brother, Eugene, in the Gulgong Cemetery.

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