1926 - Rylstone Shire Memorial Hall, Rylstone, NSW
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S 32° 47.860 E 149° 58.230
55H E 778175 N 6367235
The hall was built in 1926 to honour those who served in World War I.
Waymark Code: WMT2Z9
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 09/16/2016
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The hall is part of an historical walk & a plaque on the footpath explains that after World War I many communities built memorials to those who served in the Australian Imperial Force. The shire hall was built with funds raised entirely by the local district.
The hall was & is still used for Balls, wedding receptions, community displays & auctions. At one stage it housed the Roxy Talkies Cinema. The building is in original condition.
The foundation stone is beside the main entrance.
Year of construction: 1926
Full inscription:
To honor the services of our members A.I.F. 1914 - 1918
This stone was laid by Major General C. F. Cox C.B. CMG DSO 17.4.26
Cross-listed waymark: Not listed
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