Old Images of Rylstone District

This site was established by Wal Pilz (1927-2016) to share historical information depicted in photos and images of old scenes of the Rylstone District. Wal's belief was that sharing history was the best way to create a living history for Rylstone and the surrounding district. In Wal's memory, the site will continue to operate as an online database and you are invited to contribute images and information. Please comment or email Dan Hatton at oldimagesrylstonedistrict@gmail.com.

Carter of rabbits

Photo: Mudgee Guardian article, 1992

Maurice Ferguson is pictured in January 1924 with his cart outside the Mudgee Rabbit Freezing Works. The 2,000 rabbits on the cart came from the Yarrabin area.

Ref: Mudgee Guardian article, 1992

Maurice (1900-1992) was born in Rylstone, eldest son of Henry and Maria (née Wilmot) Ferguson.

At one stage he lived in Louee Street opposite the Cordial Factory, as he ran a Dairy there.
As the photo shows he also contracted to cart rabbits.
Maurice moved to Mudgee in the 1940’s.

Ref: Shirley Tunnicliff

Old Images of Rylstone District

Carter of rabbits

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