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I am often impressed by the achievements of the pioneer generations of Lilydale district, from 1861 to the end of WW2. And by the boundless optimism in newspaper reports. This article is positive to the point of self delusion, we might say with hindsight but still, who knows what might have been, or might yet be.
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AuthorPhillip Mahnken third son of Pat and Liane, grandson of Jim and Rose ('George'); g-g-son of Harry and Sarah; g-g-g-son of Johann Heinrich born Hanover and Ellen Rourke born Kilkenny, Ireland. Languages teacher and life long questionner, especially about Lilydale history. Archives
June 2023
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