24 Centennial Ave, Chatswood
Originally called Mooroombah, a two storeyed brick house was built on 14 acres by J. V. Lamb in 1892 at 24 Centennial Ave and sold to K. Weidlmann in 1900. Edward Carr Hordern, a member of the retailing dynasty, purchased the property in 1906 and renamed it Chislehurst after his wife’s birthplace. Additions were made and he lived in the house until his death in 1940. In 1953-4 the property was resumed by the Department of Education. Chatswood High School opened in 1959 and the house was demolished soon after. The original stained glass window was installed over the Principal's door.