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BOTTLE - CASTOR OIL

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c. 1920 - 1980

Overview

Rectangular glass bottle, straight sides with the panels slightly indented. The top is necked and has metal lid which is screwed closed, half full of castor oil.

Has a blue and white label with text. On the white central part of label [FINEST / COLD / DRAWN / CASTOR OIL / B. P. / DOSE / Children 1-2 teaspoonfuls / Adults 1- tablespoonfuls]

Under this on a blue background is the makers information.

Historical information

Albert Harrison and his family moved to Kelmscott in the 1920s where he started an apiarist business, placing bee hives throughout the nearby hills. When old enough his sons Albert Lincoln ‘Linc’ and Frank joined the business. Linc continued to run A. Harrison & Sons following his father’s death in 1944. They named the honey after the native Wandoo (Eucalyptus wandoo) trees found in the nearby hills.

Albert, age 57, died following an accident on 12 March. Albert was cutting a piece of wood with a circular saw when it was suddenly thrown backwards, striking Albert in the head. Albert was rushed to hospital but died the following morning. Albert was buried at the Methodist section of the Karrakatta Cemetery on 14 March 1944.

Albert and his family lived at Third Avenue where they also had their honey processing plant. Though not an active member of the community, Albert did financially support a variety of local community groups. The family was also known for their integrity and for being very industrious and hospitable. The Harrison's would regularly exhibit their honey at the Kelmscott show winning numerous prizes.

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-33-AK2001.34A

Item type

Medicines

Inscriptions and markings

Makers information [PREPARED BY/ROBETS'CROUPLINE/LIMITED, BOLTON/ENGLAND]

Year

c. 1920 - 1980

Statement of significance

This object is part of a collection of items associated with a person or family who have played a significant role in the economic, community or social development of the City of Armadale. This can include holding key political or social positions within the community, being a key contributor or member of a community organisation, a strong contributor to improving the well-being of the local community, a prominent figure in a local business or industry, developer of new industries or activities or someone who grew up in the area and moved away and had a noteworthy career or life.

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Thursday, 1 October, 2026

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