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| Constructed | 1854 |
| Style | Victorian, Early : 1840-1860 |
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| Builder | James Townsend |
Timelapse Building Images
Land Details
John O’Shanassy owned Allotments 13 & 14 of Section 34 land on Jeffcott Street in West Melbourne.
Building Details
1895 MMWB Map showing the location of house 117 Jeffcott Street.
Notice of intention to build lodged with Melbourne council on the 14th day of February 1854.
MMWB Map & Burchett index
Subsequent Building Alterations
Architectural Features
Heritage Significance and Listings
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Owners
| From | To | Owner | More Info | Data Source |
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| 1854 | 1857 | Hon. John O’Shanassy M.L.A | Birchett Index |
Residents
| From | To | Resident | More Info | Data Source |
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| 1858 | Robert McCracken Esq. | The Argus 6th Feb 1858 |
Social History
John O’Shanassy created by artist Author William Strutt 1825-1915.
http://handle.slv.vic.gov.au/10381/248333
To Let, that commodious family RESIDENCE in Jeffcott street, formally occupied by the Hon. J. O’Shanassy, M.L.A., and now in the occupation of Robert McCracken, Esq., containing 10 rooms, out-offices, &c, and to which is attached half an acre of gardens. Rent moderate. Apply to James Macoboy, solicitor, Chancery Land.
The Argus 1858
Robert McCracken lived at 117 Jeffcott Street in 1858 after the O’Shanassy family moved out.
It is on the southern side of the street on the corner of Jeffcott and Adderley Street in West Melbourne.
Sands & McDougall Directory 1857
John O’Shanossy Esq MLA once lived in Jeffcott Street West Melbourne.
The Age 1856
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Context and Streetscape
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Other Information
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