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Newspaper
Bowral Free Press
Location
Bowral, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1904
Page
2
Autogenerated text appears garbled with multiple misspellings and fragments. It references Rutherford and Wickham with unclear context about Autumn and Winter requirements, and mentions underwear and a shot of something. The readable elements are limited, offering no clear events or outcomes.
An advertised event titled Christies Old Organ will be rendered by St Johns Bond of Hope on Monday at 7 30 pm. Proceeds go to church building debt with child admission set at 3d. A public illustrated lecture next Tuesday evening under Australian Protestant Association aims to raise funds. The lecture features lantern views with Rev Haver ao, 0 The Mak, and Rev G A Gor Hon. tickets available from association officers. Adults only. under 14 allowed only with accompanying parent or guardian. Venue is Methodist School hall Bendooly street beginning at 8 pm with Bowral branch meeting at 7 49 jam. Sale notices and weekly sales by J Godiifehiawn and Zourhy & co accompany event listings.
A garbled historical notice describes a May or evening gathering at Moss Vale Hall with references to Mrs Gordon and a presiding figure. The text is heavily corrupted, mentioning attendees, a dance, and unclear actions, making specifics difficult to verify.
Intense contest shapes up as McCourt lines up against Alderman William Murray of Howrnl in the Wollondilly seat bid for the State Parliament. Murray, a veteran public figure, is known for his stance on political reform and local sporting ties, while McCourt seeks to unseat the incumbent amid murmurs of public apathy and cautious campaigning.
Amidst a turbulent scene, reports cite a government defeat by 39 to 2 votes and a pledge of resignation. Russia shows force while a catastrophic fire devastates Tokbate business. An avalanche near Penge buries miners, with 290 killed and 46 wounded. A Bowral Amateur Professions meeting discusses Shakespeare and a literary contest, ending with prize papers and notes on civic duty.
Bowral Council minutes from Thursday discuss Ald Stephens as Mayor, Cyril White complaints about Jameson Hill road repairs, and a council reply. Finance report approved. road maintenance and grading planned, including Station Street closure detours. Valuers noted rate appeals. a request to spread stone near Augustin Hill entrance was promised action.
The MMAW and J. Goviety chaired a Mans Vale Monday session with Ton W. McGourt presiding. Apologies read from members 1,9. Bondoc and BH. Palas. Mr. Ping acted as treasurer. A credit balance of £173 4s 5d remained with outstanding decaiints and prizes unpaid. Beale and Gregg sought £233 refund for sign-steering charges. committee could not grant the refund. Scrutineers appointed alongside others to oversee the suit. Last year’s committee reappointed with Paine stepping down as chair. Secretary Yeo proposed improved horse-bred standards in Vic district and suggested subsidy to an approved nurse. funding details discussed with member-guaranteed sums and potential higher premiums for outside entrants.
A detailed court transcript covers alleged neglect of a child at Mas Vale on March 22. The accused, Aagnad, pleads not guilty as testimonies describe a dirty home, possible malnourishment, and a child in distress needing food and care. Prosecution asserts risk to welfare while defense argues lack of direct harm. The trial features testimonies from multiple witnesses and notes on family dynamics and prior concerns.
The Eastern vestry meeting of the Moss Vale parish opened at St John’s School Moss Vale. Rev G Sheppard and Rev C Repbinson attended along with Archdeacon Langley. The rector welcomed Rev E C Robinson and praise was given for three parishioners Messrs Reaves Paitie and Mrs Oatley for the church’s healthy finances. Guests were thanked including retiring wardens Gaeling and others. a parsonal agent for Moss Vale was considered but deferred. Refreshments followed the business.
Fragmentary OCR passage lists names and terms with unclear connections including brands and events. No coherent event or person outcome discernible.
The sentence recounts a jury from Burrima District trying Abraham Esserman and others for butter theft at Mittagon last February. The jury found Jones on remand guilty, while Esserman and co-defendant were acquitted after defense by Mr. Levy. The case concerns Butter theft tied to Ferrinia District Warmanal Dairy Limited.
An obscured OCR item lists many names and activities from a school setting including Misses, Mr and Miss pairs, and mentions milk supplies and dates. The readable portions reference Karigaloon, Brenning, Smith, Weir, and other named students and staff, with scattered phrases about events and March. The fragmentary text offers limited coherent facts but preserves several personal names and a few activities.
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