What is the origin of the name Shire?
1: English: variant of Shear.2: English: topographic name from Middle English s(c)hire ‘shire’ (Old English scīr) denoting someone who lived at or near the meeting place of a shire hundred [...]
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1930/10/10
...a i member of the Alexandra Shire i Council in 1907, and last month lie entered on his 23rd year... (Council, Australia - 1907)
...a i member of the Alexandra Shire i Council in 1907, and last month lie entered on his 23rd year... (Council, Australia - 1907)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186298
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1944/12/15
...years and resident in the Alexandra Shire (and not attending school outside the Shire) are re nminded that nominations for... (Alexandra, Australia - 1944)
...years and resident in the Alexandra Shire (and not attending school outside the Shire) are re nminded that nominations for... (Alexandra, Australia - 1944)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187024
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1932/05/27
...all State Schools. In the Alexandra Shire members of the Shire Council visited the schools in their respective districts. At... (Alexandra, Australia - 1932)
...all State Schools. In the Alexandra Shire members of the Shire Council visited the schools in their respective districts. At... (Alexandra, Australia - 1932)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186381
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1947/07/25
...attending on behalf of the Alexandra Shire. The attend ance embraced representatives of the Wild Dog Destruction League and officers... (Wangaratta, Australia - 1947)
...attending on behalf of the Alexandra Shire. The attend ance embraced representatives of the Wild Dog Destruction League and officers... (Wangaratta, Australia - 1947)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187153
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1926/04/16
...of two members of the Alexandra Shire, two members of the Mansfield Shire, two members of the Water Commission, and... (Weir, Australia - 1926)
...of two members of the Alexandra Shire, two members of the Mansfield Shire, two members of the Water Commission, and... (Weir, Australia - 1926)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186068
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1942/12/04
...It formed portion of the Alexandra Shire, but a move ment was on foot to cut adrift and joln Mansfield... (Alexandra, Australia - 1871)
...It formed portion of the Alexandra Shire, but a move ment was on foot to cut adrift and joln Mansfield... (Alexandra, Australia - 1871)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186920
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1930/10/03
...as a councillor of the Alexandra Shire. Prior to coming to this dis trict he was a member of the... (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia - 1930)
...as a councillor of the Alexandra Shire. Prior to coming to this dis trict he was a member of the... (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia - 1930)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186297
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1934/04/13
...recent census the population of Alexandra Shire is 3543 (1969 males, 1574 females.) Yea Shire 2705 (14-90 males, 1215... (Alexandra, Australia - 1969)
...recent census the population of Alexandra Shire is 3543 (1969 males, 1574 females.) Yea Shire 2705 (14-90 males, 1215... (Alexandra, Australia - 1969)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186477
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1945/06/15
...Meeting After Cr. Murray (President Alexandra Shire), and Cr. Bowden (President of Be nalla Shire) had extended and responded to... (Alex, Australia - 1945)
...Meeting After Cr. Murray (President Alexandra Shire), and Cr. Bowden (President of Be nalla Shire) had extended and responded to... (Alex, Australia - 1945)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187049
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1925/03/20
...by the President of the Alexandra Shire, Cr. Wylie, who referred to the movement in 1917 for the con struction... (Alexandra, Australia - 1917)
...by the President of the Alexandra Shire, Cr. Wylie, who referred to the movement in 1917 for the con struction... (Alexandra, Australia - 1917)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186013
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1910/04/08
...99. Beot locality plan of Alexandra Shire, showing roads, rivers, mountains and towns',to be dir?wn on piper, size lbin. x... (Alexandra, Australia - 1910)
...99. Beot locality plan of Alexandra Shire, showing roads, rivers, mountains and towns',to be dir?wn on piper, size lbin. x... (Alexandra, Australia - 1910)
Geneanet username : colgnln11185353
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1947/11/07
...be owned by resident of Alexandra Shire for at least three months. For horses that have not won a 1st... (Alexandra, Australia - 1947)
...be owned by resident of Alexandra Shire for at least three months. For horses that have not won a 1st... (Alexandra, Australia - 1947)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187168
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1928/04/27
...Cr. Wylie, President of the Alexandra Shire, occupied the chair. A splendid dinner was pro vided by Mrs. Darmody, and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1928)
...Cr. Wylie, President of the Alexandra Shire, occupied the chair. A splendid dinner was pro vided by Mrs. Darmody, and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1928)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186172
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1943/05/28
...various State Schools. In the Alexandra Shire, Councillors visited the schools in their own locality. At the Alexan' dra school.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1943)
...various State Schools. In the Alexandra Shire, Councillors visited the schools in their own locality. At the Alexan' dra school.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1943)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186944
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1947/05/02
...Shire. The benefits to the Alexandra Shire from the expen diture of £5,000 for better Baths, Improved Sport facilities and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1947)
...Shire. The benefits to the Alexandra Shire from the expen diture of £5,000 for better Baths, Improved Sport facilities and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1947)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187141
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1947/04/25
...(Elite Palkies) waited on the Alexandra Shire i Council at its meeting on April 16 1... (Council, Australia - 1947)
...(Elite Palkies) waited on the Alexandra Shire i Council at its meeting on April 16 1... (Council, Australia - 1947)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187140
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1934/03/16
...had met representatives of the Alexandra Shire, and came to a good understanding re the re-ad justment of the boundary... (Alexandra, Australia - 1934)
...had met representatives of the Alexandra Shire, and came to a good understanding re the re-ad justment of the boundary... (Alexandra, Australia - 1934)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186473
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1930/09/05
...poll in connection with the Alexandra Shire election was de clared on Thursday evening last in the Shire Hall by... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
...poll in connection with the Alexandra Shire election was de clared on Thursday evening last in the Shire Hall by... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186293
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1936/02/07
...A deputation from Alexandra Shire (Crs. Dobson, Briggs and Jones) on Tuesday asked the Min.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1936)
...A deputation from Alexandra Shire (Crs. Dobson, Briggs and Jones) on Tuesday asked the Min.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1936)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186570
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1936/05/29
...on Friday last. In the Alexandra Shire, the councillors visited the schools in their localities. At Alexandra the President, Cr.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1936)
...on Friday last. In the Alexandra Shire, the councillors visited the schools in their localities. At Alexandra the President, Cr.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1936)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186586
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1935/09/20
...facilities are lacking in the Alexandra Shire, and if it were not for the courtesy of the owners of motor... (Alexandra, Australia - 1935)
...facilities are lacking in the Alexandra Shire, and if it were not for the courtesy of the owners of motor... (Alexandra, Australia - 1935)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186551
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1946/11/22
...Fire Prevention Week. Residents of Alexandra Shire should akce evecry endeavour to clean away all fire hazards as a precaution... (Alexandra, Australia - 1946)
...Fire Prevention Week. Residents of Alexandra Shire should akce evecry endeavour to clean away all fire hazards as a precaution... (Alexandra, Australia - 1946)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187120
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1949/04/22
...and getting their consent, the Alexandra Shire agrees to proceed with the" work on the bridge over Rocky crossing over... (Alexandra, Australia - 1949)
...and getting their consent, the Alexandra Shire agrees to proceed with the" work on the bridge over Rocky crossing over... (Alexandra, Australia - 1949)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187240
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1944/09/29
...the three for hilly country. Alexandra Shire was overlooked when the Invita tions to the conference were sent out, but... (Alexandra, Australia - 1944)
...the three for hilly country. Alexandra Shire was overlooked when the Invita tions to the conference were sent out, but... (Alexandra, Australia - 1944)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187013
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1933/06/02
...over the roads of the Alexandra Shire during the last few delays, my thoughts have been directed to the injustice... (Alexandra, Australia - 1933)
...over the roads of the Alexandra Shire during the last few delays, my thoughts have been directed to the injustice... (Alexandra, Australia - 1933)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186433
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1938/06/10
...The Tenth of June Shire rates must be paid to day (Friday), otherwise interest will be charged and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
...The Tenth of June Shire rates must be paid to day (Friday), otherwise interest will be charged and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186690
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1930/01/03
...was well known throughout the Alexandra Shire. His parents the late Henry and Jane Robinson .-were.district pioneers. The fun eral... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
...was well known throughout the Alexandra Shire. His parents the late Henry and Jane Robinson .-were.district pioneers. The fun eral... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186258
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1910/02/25
...Mr I.. WVylie, Presidente Alexandra Shire, and Dr .I. 10Hhn, aou Presidlent, Mr J. G. Mfardonald, Vice-Presi.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1910)
...Mr I.. WVylie, Presidente Alexandra Shire, and Dr .I. 10Hhn, aou Presidlent, Mr J. G. Mfardonald, Vice-Presi.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1910)
Geneanet username : colgnln11185347
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1935/06/28
...Trust £20, Felton Bequest 115, Grant Shire of Alexandra £75. Matron (May 1935) £49/18/6.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1935)
...Trust £20, Felton Bequest 115, Grant Shire of Alexandra £75. Matron (May 1935) £49/18/6.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1935)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186539
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1946/09/06
...She was sure that the Alexandra Shire could 'and would see that Alexaih dra was placed on a sound footing... (Alexandra, Australia - 1946)
...She was sure that the Alexandra Shire could 'and would see that Alexaih dra was placed on a sound footing... (Alexandra, Australia - 1946)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187109
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1930/01/24
...Band is desirous of visiting Alexandra Shire for four days at Easter. The band will consist of 31) players and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
...Band is desirous of visiting Alexandra Shire for four days at Easter. The band will consist of 31) players and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186261
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1925/10/02
...and Coun cillors of the Alexandra Shire. He extended a hearty welcome to them, and trusted the'tw0 councils would work... (Alexandra, Australia - 1925)
...and Coun cillors of the Alexandra Shire. He extended a hearty welcome to them, and trusted the'tw0 councils would work... (Alexandra, Australia - 1925)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186041
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1938/09/02
...thank the Ratepayers of the Alexandra Shire for the support given to inm at the recent Ir lcetion , and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
...thank the Ratepayers of the Alexandra Shire for the support given to inm at the recent Ir lcetion , and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
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Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1926/04/23
...to be maintained by the Alexandra Shire, but as Mansfield Council had since taken over about 12 miles his objectionhad... (Alexandra, Australia - 1926)
...to be maintained by the Alexandra Shire, but as Mansfield Council had since taken over about 12 miles his objectionhad... (Alexandra, Australia - 1926)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186069
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1938/09/16
...main roads within the ill Alexandra Shire for the current at financial year:-Cathkin-Mansfield road £1,500, Healesville-Alexan.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
...main roads within the ill Alexandra Shire for the current at financial year:-Cathkin-Mansfield road £1,500, Healesville-Alexan.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186704
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1939/11/03
...in the afternoon. Now that Alexandra Shire has been taken from the Southern Province, and added to the North-Eastern Province,... (Alexandra, Australia - 1939)
...in the afternoon. Now that Alexandra Shire has been taken from the Southern Province, and added to the North-Eastern Province,... (Alexandra, Australia - 1939)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186762
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1948/02/27
...the President of the Alexandra Shire (Cr. A J. Girdwood) extended a welcome to the gathering.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1948)
...the President of the Alexandra Shire (Cr. A J. Girdwood) extended a welcome to the gathering.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1948)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187182
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1927/09/02
...elected Presi dent of the Alexandra Shire on Monday last. This will be his 10th term as President during the... (Alexandra, Australia - 1927)
...elected Presi dent of the Alexandra Shire on Monday last. This will be his 10th term as President during the... (Alexandra, Australia - 1927)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186140
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1938/04/08
...of the roads in the Alexandra Shire. The I shire engineer, Mr. Thompson, in tends to have all the shire... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
...of the roads in the Alexandra Shire. The I shire engineer, Mr. Thompson, in tends to have all the shire... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186681
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1945/03/09
...of births registered in the Alexandra Shire during the year was 61, of whom 32 were males and 29 females.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1945)
...of births registered in the Alexandra Shire during the year was 61, of whom 32 were males and 29 females.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1945)
Geneanet username : colgnln11187035
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1938/09/09
...had the welfare of the Alexandra Shire at heart.-Cr. EI iiott said a second term had a definite value to... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
...had the welfare of the Alexandra Shire at heart.-Cr. EI iiott said a second term had a definite value to... (Alexandra, Australia - 1938)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186703
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1920/11/05
...one time engineer to the Alexandra Shire, died in Queensland last week fronm heart failure.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1920)
...one time engineer to the Alexandra Shire, died in Queensland last week fronm heart failure.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1920)
Geneanet username : colgnln11185893
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1912/08/30
... Alexandra Shire. Council A meeting of the Alexandra. Shire Council was held on Monday. last,... (Alexandra, Australia - 1912)
... Alexandra Shire. Council A meeting of the Alexandra. Shire Council was held on Monday. last,... (Alexandra, Australia - 1912)
Geneanet username : colgnln11185476
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1930/12/05
...eradication of thistles in the Alexandra Shire, strong views were expressed both for and against enforcing the Nox ious Weed... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
...eradication of thistles in the Alexandra Shire, strong views were expressed both for and against enforcing the Nox ious Weed... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186306
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1937/11/12
...was done I in the Alexandra Shire section, tho i Yea Shire would have no objections and would look after... (Alexandra, Australia - 1937)
...was done I in the Alexandra Shire section, tho i Yea Shire would have no objections and would look after... (Alexandra, Australia - 1937)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186661
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1940/10/11
...Soldiers from Alexandra Shire DANCE AND SEND OFF Shire Hall To-Night.-Friday To.night members of the 2nd A.I.F.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1940)
...Soldiers from Alexandra Shire DANCE AND SEND OFF Shire Hall To-Night.-Friday To.night members of the 2nd A.I.F.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1940)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186810
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1929/05/03
...as is paid to tile Alexandra Shire engineer.) After solme general discussion the motion was put to the meeting, and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1929)
...as is paid to tile Alexandra Shire engineer.) After solme general discussion the motion was put to the meeting, and... (Alexandra, Australia - 1929)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186224
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1934/03/02
...The remainder of the Alexandra Shire loan of £3,800 has been, taken up by Mr. Lamont, of Cathkin.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1934)
...The remainder of the Alexandra Shire loan of £3,800 has been, taken up by Mr. Lamont, of Cathkin.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1934)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186471
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1934/05/18
...the general prosperity of the Alexandra Shire." (Great cheering. ) God Save the Queen, by the band.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1934)
...the general prosperity of the Alexandra Shire." (Great cheering. ) God Save the Queen, by the band.... (Alexandra, Australia - 1934)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186482
Alexandra and Yea Standard and Yarck, Gobur, Thornton and Acheron Express 1930/05/09
...The Alexandra Shire's portion of this road is being constructed iu! three sections - the first... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
...The Alexandra Shire's portion of this road is being constructed iu! three sections - the first... (Alexandra, Australia - 1930)
Geneanet username : colgnln11186276
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What is the origin of the name Shire?
1: English: variant of Shear.2: English: topographic name from Middle English s(c)hire ‘shire’ (Old English scīr) denoting someone who lived at or near the meeting place of a shire hundred [...]