Sperring
East Melbourne, Simpson Street 078
Description:
Single storey, double fronted bluestone cottage. The veranda is not original.
History:
The house was built in 1859 for Robert Sperring. He added a kitchen in 1862, and then, using builder, Josiah Messiter, he added a veranda in 1864. N.K. (Norman Kinamond) Harvey lived in the house as a child and later wrote of his memories:
East Melbourne, Simpson Street 078 - Burchett
1859. MCC BR: Robert Jas. Sperring house for self, corner Hotham Street.
1861. Directory note: Stone construction, 4 rooms.
1862. MCC BR: Sperring for self, kitchen.
1864. MCC BR: Josiah Messeter for Robert James Sperring, verandah.
1864. Mr. Sperring - owner. Thos. Luke - occupier. Stone and brick, 9 rooms.
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