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BARKS Family

Origin Lincoln, England
First settled in Graylands Migrant Hostel, WA
Original Occupation Electrician
Occupation in Australia Sales Manager

HIMALAYA

Departure Port Tilbury
Arrival Year 1954

Fremantle

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Arthur & Frances (nee Steadman) accompanied by son Howard & daughter Margaret. On arrival Arthur worked on construction of the BP Refinery at Kwinana. Later returning to sales management and a family home was built at South Guildford. Frances took various jobs to assist the family finances.

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