Born Carl Friedrich Haberecht (always referred to as “Charlie”), he was born in South Australia in 1865 to Prussian parents.

At the age of 21, he and his brothers set up two factories in 1886 - an agricultural implements factory and a factory where "Buggies Coaches and Wagons" were built.

The Haberecht's stayed in business until 1912 when they sold out to the Whitlocks.

By the outbreak of WWI Charles Haberecht was retired from business and very involved in the community.

To honour the fighting men of Henty he organised the making of the Honor Roll (pictured).

At his request, the Red Cross Association, the Recruiting association and the School of Arts joined forces to plan the unveiling of the Henty Honor Roll Board.

On the evening of October 6, 1915 Charles Haberecht presented the Honor Board to the Institute inscribed with the names of those from Henty who have joined the expeditionary forces at that time.

Mrs CK Haberecht unveiled the board that had been draped with the Union Jack surrounded by the flags of the Allies.

It was decided to celebrate the occasion with a function, charging one shilling for adults and children free, the proceeds being used to provide Christmas cheer for the local boys in the trenches and hospitals.

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