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19-July-2016
19-July-2016

Photographs supplied by Bryan Cole

The playground commemorates William J. Griggs, who was well known in the District. 

The death occurred on Saturday morning of Mr. William John Griggs, of Prospect Hill. He was one of the most well known and respected men in the district. A service was held in the Prospect Hill Methodist Church on Sunday, prior to the funeral at the Meadows Cemetery. Over 100 motor cars were in the funeral procession. Mr. Griggs, prior to his illness took a very prominent part in public life and took a very active interest in community affairs. 
Mount Barker Courier and Onkaparinga and Gumeracha Advertiser (SA), 2 September 1953. 

Location

Address:Morris Road, William J. Griggs Memorial Playground, Prospect Hill , 5201
State:SA
Area:AUS
GPS Coordinates:Lat: -35.223947
Long: 138.733652
Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.
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Details

Monument Type:Park
Monument Theme:People
Sub-Theme:Community

Dedication

Front Inscription
The William J Griggs Memorial Playground
Source: MA
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