Unclear fragmentary article notes health warning
Fragmentary text mentions a tour date and a cold feeling with references to Chowan and a named place. Reading is uncertain, but context suggests a local notice or brief about health or travel.
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Newspaper
Bowral Free Press
Location
Bowral, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1903
Page
2
Fragmentary text mentions a tour date and a cold feeling with references to Chowan and a named place. Reading is uncertain, but context suggests a local notice or brief about health or travel.
Rev E Hargrave delivers a lecture on snakes with slides showing varieties scales and markings. Audience applauds as he dispels myths and offers clearer understanding for handling in close quarters.
The local land hoard completed a two days sitting, confirming annual leases covering 118q acres and conditional purchases totaling 1227 acres, issuing four certificates, and directing surveys to five cages. Mr. C. H. Badgery was appointed secretary to the Pastries Protection Board in the Berrima district.
A report of frequent jewellery robberies describes a recent incident in which a thief entered a residence, opened drawers, and stole valuables including gold and a watch. The narrative mentions a victim identified as Mr JL Campbell, a barrister, and notes the attacker targeted a jewellery unit in the neighborhood during the summer month, with local residents warned to remain vigilant.
A fragmented report describes a wedding with relatives from Sydney and local guests attending at a church. Weather on Wednesday affected travel and the event included music by the Avalon Orchestral Society and a grand concert plan.
A local committee meeting faced disruption over voting matters after a recent rite in Quwral of the Right Han sighted by G. I. Skeid and Mr. Fuller. Mayor Ablies led the session with officials and residents, approving a reception and balance sheet review, while noting the need for clearer records and future elections.
A scrambled Bowral page shows a protest meeting at night with people named in dispute and a long classic ad section promoting remedies for coughs and colds. Advertisements discuss medicine brands, prices, and cures, while later notices reference local officials and a bidding matter in Mittagong.
The Australian House of Representatives witnessed the resignation of MR Reid as East Sydney member in protest against federal redistribution. Debate continued over New South Wales electoral division changes with politicians arguing over voter equality and the Government’s timing. The vacancy for East Sydney is expected to be filled within three weeks.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim Rosell indicates the moon and rain forecast are uncertain. It mentions probable clearing tonight and references Kdmmunt Bary and Adouly renga Hoa with unclear phrases about a slow business or juried sragedian.
A jumble of phrases outlines a villagers request for a demonstration and public sentiment. The letter from W. R. Farrow of Tian Ca appears amid garbled lines. The text hints at civic action and local concerns but details are unreadable.
Fragmented OCR notes describe protests about water pollution affecting farms near Sydney. Officials face evasive statements from government departments while residents fear health risks as pollution reportedly extends to nearby waterways. A council meeting considered action but details remain unclear.
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