BELL, William

2 December 1874 – 3 August 1951

Origin Craignevil Scotland
First settled in Guildford
Original Occupation Ploughman
Occupation in Australia Company Director

OTWAY

Arrival Year 1910

Fremantle

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In 1917 William purchased 3 horses and shovels and a pick. From these humble beginnings and the help of his family it built into Bell Bros Pty Ltd, one of the largest contracting and cartage firms in the history of Western Australia. Grandchildren Lois, Peter and John.

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