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The statue erected by public subscription commemorates James Cuming (1835 -1911). It was originally unveiled at Napier Street, Footscray and later was relocated to Yarraville. The statue was restored and rededicated on the 21st October 2001.
The statue is a white marble bust of Cuming and four cherubims, representing Peace (holding a dove), Harmony (pan flute), Plenty (sheaf of wheat and a rock for crushing wheat), and Industry (spindle).
James Cuming was the founder of Cuming, Smith and Company which employed many local residents. He was a life governor and patron of almost every charitable institution in Footscray and Yarraville. Also chairman of Footscray Court, a member of Footscray Council, president of Footscray Football Club, and Mayor of Footscray in 1891.
Statue Unveiling 1916Location
| Address: | Hyde Street & Somerville Road, Yarraville Gardens, Yarraville, 3013 |
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| State: | VIC |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -37.814079 Long: 144.897994 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Statue |
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| Monument Theme: | People |
| Sub-Theme: | Industry |
| Artist: | Margaret Baskerville |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Saturday 15th April, 1916 |
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ERECTED BY THE CITIZENS
In Appreciation Of The Life Of The Late
JAMES CUMING, J.P.
"His Memory Lives In The Hearts Of All
Who Knew His Worth"
