So much so that he spent his twilight years researching our city’s history – through the pages of the Mercury.

Each week he would travel to the Mitchell Library in Sydney and research articles from its early editions.

And, each Friday, the Mercury would publish his latest history tale for readers to enjoy.

Harry’s articles took us back in time to things that were familiar to some – but not all – and educated us on what life was once like in our city.

If he was alive today Harry would have many hundreds of stories to share in the latest Facebook craze that has swept the city.

Aberglasslyn man Aaron Golledge took to the internet last Monday to create a  page titled – You Know You’re From Maitland When?

As of late yesterday more than 3800 people had joined in and shared their fondest memories of our city.

For the older generation it has been a trip down memory lane while the newcomers have been given a quick history lesson.

Some have commented on historic Morpeth with its beautiful old buildings and timber bridge.

Others have reminisced about the long gone Dutch Cake Shop (which operated from the building that is now home to Ken’s Kitchen in High Street) and the wonderful display of handmade chocolates that decorated its front window every Easter.

Yes, you know you’re in Maitland when you hear the crowd  at at the sportsground roar – “go the Pickers”.

Mr Golledge’s Facebook page has brought back fond memories for many Maitland residents.

Harry would be proud.