John and William Tuxford from England, arrived in Australia on the Canon on 13 June 1848. There is no record of James' arrival but his death record says he was from RUSHKINNON LINCOLNSHIRE ENGLAND and had been in the colony for 52 years which suggests his arrival was around 1856.
- William - born 1818
- John - born 1830-1
- James - born 1833-4
It is thought that all three are brothers and that they lived in the Penrith region for a time. William Tuxford stayed at Emu Plains while John and James made their way to Gulgong.
Elizabeth Perrin, daughter of a labourer called John Perrin, was born about 1838. John Tuxford married Elizabeth in Penrith.in 1860.
John and Elizabeth Tuxford's children may have included:
- MARTIN - born Penrith 1861
- John Edward (Jack) married Ethel Emily Watson in Mudgee in 1917 (moved to Parkes?)
- Ray
- Ruby
- Ethel married M. F. Goodman in 1930
- Victor
- SARAH - born Penrith 1863
- WILLIAM - born Penrith 1865; died Gulgong 1943.
- Bessie
- JOHN aka JACK [pictured below] - born 1869. Died 1944, aged 75.
- Ray
- Henry
- ELIZABETH - born Mudgee 1871
- MATILDA - born Gulgong 1874 married Frederick W Heard in Gulgong in 1900
- SOPHIA [pictured below] - born Gulgong 1876
- ADELAIDE - born Gulgong 1879-1880 (died at 8 months from "congestion of lungs"
Elizabeth Tuxford nee Perrin died in Gulgong in 1880. She had suffered from liver cancer for two years. She was only 42. At the time of her death, there were 8 children, 3 boys and 5 girls, all living. Her husband, John, died in Gulgong in 1917.
[James Tuxford, a labourer, was born in 1833 in RUSHKINNON LINCOLNSHIRE ENGLAND, to parents Martin Tuxford and Elizabeth Clearey. James arrived in Australia in about 1856. Died 14 July 1908, of "CARDIAC INCOMPETENCE SENILE DECAY", aged 74, unmarried. He is buried with John, Elizabeth and Adelaide.
William died in 1862 in Penrith]
Jack Tuxford, 1899
in the Gulgong Brass Band
J Tuxford, ca 1910
in the Gulgong Orchestra
Source: Jo Trengove
Nurse Sophie Tuxford
Source: Barbara Gurney?
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TUXFORDS in the NEWS
1871 - SERIOUS ACCIDENT
On Wednesday afternoon about three o'clock a serious accident occurred close to town, by which the life of a little boy named Walter Moss has been placed in great danger. It appears that the lad in question, in company with another one, availed themselves of the half-holiday to accompany Messrs. Hake and Darling's carman on his journey delivering goods, and that when near the brick kilns at the rear of Mr. Tuxford's place, the driver and the elder lad got out of the cart to transact some business. The horse immediately made a bolt, and before going many yards the cart met a stump and was overturned, the driver happily succeeding in dragging the boy from under it as it rolled over. He was, however, severely cut about the head, and his left hand very much lacerated, and when taken to his home, and attended to at once by Dr. Belinfante, the poor little fellow was insensible. Yesterday morning we were informed that he was a little better, and had regained consciousness, but was not considered out of danger. No blame appears to be attributed to anyone in the unfortunate occurrence.
Source: The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (NSW : 1843 - 1893) Tue 16 Dec 1873 Page 3 1874 - TUXFORD—DEATH
Feb. 20, Penrith, John, eldest son of William and Ann Tuxford, aged 18 years.
£1 REWARD. - LOST, from Canadian Lead, about the 8fch instant—Bay horse, branded J-G- on near shoulder, blotch brand and J on near ramp. The above reward will be paid on delivery to Mr. J. Tuxford, Gulgong, or by John Green, at No. 2 claim Nil Desperandum. J. GREEN & CO.
Source: New South Wales Government Gazette (Sydney, NSW : 1832 - 1900) Tue 26 Oct 1875 [Issue No.283] Page 3367
In 1875, Mr J Tuxford of Gulgong lost a Bay horse from Canadian lead.
1875 - MINING
At the old Gulgong reef, Griffiths and party have just got through a quarry of quartz, and are upon a well-defined reef 3 feet thick. They are at present 210 feet deep; some time since some fine xxx was obtained by this party at a higher level, but the leaders ran out. Having confidence, they determined to sink to meet again the lode. Tuxford, Scully, and party have just accepted a contract for puddling back their shaft, and when completed, I understand it is the intention of the company to put on the full body of hands to carry on the work.
Source: The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Thu 18 Nov 1875 Page 31875 - MINING
At the old Gulgong reef, Griffiths and party have just got through a quarry of quartz, and are upon a well-defined reef 3 feet thick. They are at present 210 feet deep; some time since some fine xxx was obtained by this party at a higher level, but the leaders ran out. Having confidence, they determined to sink to meet again the lode. Tuxford, Scully, and party have just accepted a contract for puddling back their shaft, and when completed, I understand it is the intention of the company to put on the full body of hands to carry on the work.
TO POUNDKEEPERS AND OTHERS.—10s. REWARD.
LOST from Gulgong, on 22nd November,—One dark brown draught mare, star in forehead, hind feet white, branded J J on both shoulders. The above reward will be paid on delivery
LOST from Gulgong, on 22nd November,—One dark brown draught mare, star in forehead, hind feet white, branded J J on both shoulders. The above reward will be paid on delivery
Mr. JOHN TUXFORD, Queen-street, Gulgong
Source: New South Wales Government Gazette (Sydney, NSW : 1832 - 1900) Tue 30 Nov 1875 [Issue No.323] Page 3897
1876 - WEDNESDAY.
An adjourned meeting of the subscribers to the hospital, and of the public, was held this evening, at Powell's Star Hotel, for the purpose of receiving the report of Messrs Booth, Donaldson, Selff, Young, Tuxford, and Robinson.
1917 - Death of Mr. Tuxford.
Mr. John Tuxford, one of the oldest and most highly respected residents of Gulgong and formerly a resident of Mudgee, died at Gulgong last weekend. Mr. Tuxford was a vigorous man, mentally and physically, right up to the time of his death. The funeral took place at Gulgong on Sunday, and was largely attended.
1917 - Weddings. TUXFORD— WATSON.
At St. John's Church of England, Mudgee, on Tuesday, John Edward, son of Mr. Martin Tuxford, of Gulgong, was married to Ethel Emily, daughter of the late Henry William Watson, of Birriwa. After the ceremony the party proceeded to Gulgong, the scene of their future home. Rev. Canon Dunstan officiated.
1928 - Death of Gulgong Resident - MRS MARTIN TUXFORD
It is with regret that we chronicle the death of Mrs. Tuxford, wife of Mr. Martin Tuxford, of a family whose name has long been honorably associated with the town of Gulgong. The late Mrs. Tuxford went to Sydney about a month ago and entered Sydney Hospital, where she remained for over a fortnight. Leaving the institution she was recuperating at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. E Dyer, at Bankstown, and on Thursday last passed away, aged 63. Deceased had resided in Gulgong during almost all her life, and her unexpected end came as a shock to her friends and others.
Her husband is at present a patient in hospital in Sydney and was unable to attend the funeral which took place at the Church of England portion of cemetery at Rookwood on Friday, Messrs. Jack and Ray Tuxford (sons) and Miss Ruby Tuxford (daughter) of Gulgong, were present. Other members of the family are Victor Tuxford and Ethel Tuxford. Our deep sympathy is extended.
Source: Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (NSW : 1890 - 1954) Thu 12 Jul 1928 Page 7
1930 - WEDDING - GOODMAN— TUXFORD
1936 - [WILLIAM's DAUGHTER ENGAGED]
1930 - WEDDING - GOODMAN— TUXFORD
The wedding of Miss Ethel Tuxford, youngest daughter of Mr M. Tuxford of Bankstown (formerly of Gulgong) and the late Mrs M. Tuxford, and Mr M. F. Goodman only son of Mrs Pearson of Auburn, and the late Mr A. Goodman, was celebrated at St. Paul's Church of England, Bankstown on March 1. The Rev. A. Smith officiated. The bride charmingly attired in white crepe-de-chene entered the church on her brother's arm, Mr Victor Tuxford. Her sister Ruby, was bridesmaid and Mr Stan Bowen was best man. The reception was held at her sister's home (Mrs E. N. Dyer) at Myrtle Road, Bankstown. The presents were numerous and costly.
Source: Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (NSW : 1890 - 1954) Fri 7 Mar 1930 Page 5The engagement is announced of Miss Bessie Tuxford, daughter of Mr. W. Tuxford of Gulgong, and the late Mrs. Tuxford, to Mr. R. Bucholz, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. H. Bucholz, of Eurunderee.
1932 - [JACK's SON UNWELL]
Ray Tuxford, son of Mr. and Mrs Jack Tuxford, is recovering from the attack of rheumatic fever.
Source: Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (NSW : 1890 - 1954) Thu 24 Mar 1932 Page 13
Ray Tuxford, son of Mr. and Mrs Jack Tuxford, is recovering from the attack of rheumatic fever.
Source: Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (NSW : 1890 - 1954) Thu 24 Mar 1932 Page 13
1941 - [JACK's SON INJURED]
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Tuxford received word recently that their son, Henry, who is serving with the A.I.F. abroad, had sustained a broken leg.
Source: Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (NSW : 1890 - 1954) Thu 24 Apr 1941 Page 81943 - DEATH - Mr. Wm. Tuxford
The death of an old ex-Gulgong resident, Mr. William Tuxford, took place at Rylstone District Hospital on Tuesday of last week.
Deceased was 78 years of age and up till a few years ago had resided on his own farming and grazing properly situated near Gulgong. He was very highly respected and lived an exemplary life. His wife died many years ago. During the past few years the late Mr. Tuxford had resided with his daughter, Mrs. Bucholtz (wife of Mr. R. Bucholtz)
first at Gulgong and up to the time of his recent admission to hospital, at Glen Davis.
Mr. Jack Tuxford, of Gulgong, is a brother, and Mrs. F. W. Heard (Sydney and formerly of Gulgong) and Miss S. Tuxford (also of Gulgong) are sisters.
The funeral took place to the Church of England portion of the Gulgong cemetery, the Rev. R.
Douglas officiating. The arrangements were carried out by Mr. D. Whale. Our sympathy is extended to the bereaved.
Source: Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (NSW : 1890 - 1954) Thu 23 Sep 1943 Page 161944 - DEATHS - Mr. John Tuxford
The death occurred of Mr. John Tuxford, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Tuxford, of Gulgong, an old and very highly respected resident. He passed away after about 12 months of ailing at the home of his sister, Miss S. Tuxford, in Bayley street, at the age of 75 years. He followed the occupation of farming and grazing in Gulgong all his life. Deceased was born in Mudgee, and was a
wonderful horseman in his early days. He took a keen interest in horseracing, and years ago was a valuable member of the local band.
Mr. Tuxford was a very home-loving man. The death occurred on Saturday, 14th, the funeral taking place to the Church of England portion of the Gulgong cemetery on the 15th inst. Rev. Howard Ellis officiated. Mr. D. Whale had charge of the funeral arrangements. Two sisters are left to mourn, viz., Miss S. Tuxford and Mrs. F. Heard, to whom our sympathy is extended.
1954 - Gulgong Personal
Mr. Jack Tuxford, of Parkes and formerly of Gulgong, was a visitor to the 'town last week. He has been staying with his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tuxford, of Mudgee.
