My grandfather, Hedley Lawrence, received the "The Peace Day Medal" at 9 years old from the mayor John Henry Staddon; an honour that he preserved and valued until he became the next mayor in 1954.
Built with the help of local businessmen, the "Old Town Hall", a classical construction with Doric columns served as location for various social functions until the 20th July 1919, when it has been reduced to ashes.