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Settlers Arm Hotel

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NameSettlers Arms HotelTypeBuildingHotelDescriptionRobert Martin built the Settler's Arms in 1856, on the south west corner of Addison and Wentworth Streets. The inn was a meeting place for many events, most notably the signing of the petition in 1858 to form the Municipality of Shellharbour. The inn was destroyed by fire on 8th April 1872.

The New Royal Hotel was built on the site in 1891.

External LinkRobert Martin's Settlers Arms Hotel 1863Auction 1858Municipalities Meeting 1858Shellharbour Public Meeting 1864Mr Parkes on Public Affairs 1865Destruction of Mr Martin's Public House by Fire 1871Telegraphic Intelligence 1872Inquest 1872

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Alexander Gray Martin

Alexander Gray Martin

Robert Martin

Settler's Arms Hotel, Shellharbour

Settler's Arms Hotel, Shellharbour

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Martin, Isabella

Martin, Isabella

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Martin (Robert Branch)

Martin (Robert Branch)

Settler's Arms Hotel, Shellharbour, c.1860.

Settler's Arms Hotel, Shellharbour, c.1860.

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CollectionPlacesFamilyMartin (Robert Branch)LocalityShellharbour VillagePersonMartin, Isabella