THE BRIDE
“ Who wore a white silk gown with a sash of chiffon and lace , received a gold muff chain from her bridegroom . After the reception , which was held at Claremont , they left for a honeymoon at Tweed Heads .” Toowoomba Chronicle , 28th December 1906
Their family of two boys and two girls – Max , Alan , Marjorie and Joyce – were all born in Crows Nest . Florence White took no part in her husband ’ s business , although she frequently accompanied him on his trips to country properties .
Top : Marjorie ( right ) with second son Alan , who was born in 1916 , followed by youngest child Joyce ( seated ) in 1921 .
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Bottom : Eldest child Maxwell Clarke ( Max ) was born in 1908 , followed by sister Marjorie in 1909 .