The West Australian, Friday 21 July 1911
(Perth, Western Australia)

FUNERAL
The death took place on Wednesday of Mr. Richard Piper, who was well known in mining circles, from hemorrhage of the brain. The deceased, who was 61 years of age, was born at Cornwall, England. He came to Australia 44 years ago and at once engaged in mining pursuits. He was the first Mayor of Broken Hill. He came to Western Australia 16 years ago, and had managed in turn the Mt. Magnet, the New Chum and Lady Bountiful mines, and the Evelyn Copper Mine at Croydon; and recently he was manager of the Violet mine at Golden Valley. The deceased is survived by a widow, three daughters and four sons. The funeral took place yesterday, and was largely attended. The cortege moved from his late residence, 130 Beaufort street, Perth, and proceeded to the Anglican Cemetery, Karrakatta, where the remains were interred, the Rev. P. J. Nicholls officiating. The chief mourners were Mrs. R. Piper (widow), Mr. R. L. Piper (son), Mrs. Hassell (daughter), Mr. R. L. Piper (daughter-in-law), and Mr. and Miss Kelly. The pall-bearers were Messrs. J. Orr, E. A. Canning, W. Welsh, J. Badge, G. Gorman, and H. Harper. A large number of wreaths and floral tributes were received from sympathising friends. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. Bowra and O’Dea.

Contributed by Bob Bolitho