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A Tumble Into Madness

James McAra Mitchel managed William John Clarke's Rockbank Sheep Station for over a decade, leaving an indelible mark on the Shire of Melton. This is the story of how Mitchel's legacies were almost lost in the admittance papers of the Kew Insane Asylum.

James McAra Mitchel managed William John Clarke’s Rockbank Sheep Station for over a decade. A successful and well respected businessman, he left an indelible mark on the Shire of Melton through his innovative practises and management skills. But things suddenly took a turn for the worst for Mitchel on 20 March 1900, when he was taken to the Kew Insane Asylum. This is the story of Mitchel’s incredible legacy and how it was very nearly lost.

Please join us for this special presentation by Mitchel’s descendant, local genealogist and author, Janeen O’Connell. Presented in partnership with Melton City Libraries and the Melton Family History Group.

Event date

30 Apr 2022

Event Details

Address:
31 McKenzie Street, Melton, Victoria
Times:

1.30pm to 2.30pm

Entry fees:
Free
Booking:
Prebooking requiredhttps://libraryevents.melton.vic.gov.au/event?id=5338
Attendance limit:
50 - 100
Website:
melton.vic.gov.au/library
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Other things
you need to know:
All visitors to the library aged 18 years and over must be fully vaccinated. You will be required to present proof of your vaccination status or valid exemption upon entry.