On January 1st the Weindorfer Memorial Service Committee held a service to mark the day 100 years ago when Gustav Weindorfer had first visited Cradle Mountain. Weindorfer was to later go on and build Waldheim, a chalet to encourage visitors to the area. He also lobbied government to set aside the whole Cradle area as a National Park, which it now is.
Carol and I were asked to attend the service in period costume. We were transported to the event by Park Ranger Eddie Firth in a beautiful vintage Chevrolet. This vehicle is the same model as belonged to a close friend of Weindorfers, Major Ronald Smith. Major Smith's son Charles was present at the event, and enjoyed seeing the vehicle. Charles Smith has his fathers original Chev in pieces in his shed, awaiting reconstruction.
Carol and I were asked to attend the service in period costume. We were transported to the event by Park Ranger Eddie Firth in a beautiful vintage Chevrolet. This vehicle is the same model as belonged to a close friend of Weindorfers, Major Ronald Smith. Major Smith's son Charles was present at the event, and enjoyed seeing the vehicle. Charles Smith has his fathers original Chev in pieces in his shed, awaiting reconstruction.
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You both looked the part, great job. Are you in training, Mr Mayor to climb the mountain in all that gear for next years centenary of the 1st assent? Debs.
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