James Thomas Peet With His De Dion Bouton Car

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c. 1911

Overview

Early model tourer car with driver at the wheel and two children visible in the passenger seats. James Thomas Peet in suit and hat is standing beside the vehicle with one hand on it. In the left background is scrub; on the right a low building.

Historical information

James Thomas Peet was born in Nottinghamshire, England and moved to Queensland in 1886.

James arrived in Perth in 1889 and set up business in Perth. He was appointed a Government Land Agent and Sworn Valuator operating from 158 William Street Perth in 1900.

James married Mabel Urch in 1896. Their children were: Percy Thomas (b. 1906), Cyril Ernest (b.1904), Eric Richard Chevin (b. 1898), Doris Mable (1901-1902), Violet Ethel (b.1899) and Lillie (b.1908).

While he and his wife were on tour in 1911, he purchased a de Dion Bouton tourer car in England, after the coronation of King George V, and had it shipped to Fremantle, accompanied by driver, Mr Sawyer. Mr Peet did not drive.

The French De Dion Bouton company was founded by Count Albert de Dion in 1899 following the introduction of Georges Bouton's high speed engine. The De Dion Bouton was once ranked with the Renault and Peugeot

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cwa-org-28--8-204-

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Inscriptions and markings

Written in blue ink across the bottom of the image ['De Dion Bouton' Car Claremont with J.T. Peet./ This car was purchased in England in 1911, when Father & Mother/ were touring England and the Continent. Then transported to Perth. W.A./ Shipped out from England by boat to 403 Newcastle St. West Perth. 1911.]

Year

c. 1911

Links to additional resources

Claremont Museum.

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Monday, 10 November, 2025

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