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Newspaper
Bowral Free Press
Location
Bowral, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1901
Page
2
The writer rebuts Bowral Council claims on the Wombeyan Caves site and footpath repairs. He argues funds delay maintenance, notes heavy workloads for council laborers, and praises recent school wall painting as evidence of improving workmanship and town upkeep. He warns neglect risks continued delay and blight.
Residents oppose opening the Chelutmar building on Carmine's day. The discussion notes Mr Meddern's strict stance and mentions Mir. Meddern as a committee worker, with locals hinting political and religious motives behind the plan.
The Mittaong narrative traces the rise of a Gorman figure as the village expands its landholdings and labor force around Natal origin stories. Neighbors discuss the caller’s growing crops, while cricket and Bowring matches illustrate local life.
Robertson notes a fluctuating week with temperatures varying from high to low. The piece mentions hay harvests, a shaker event in West Kangaroo, and several local names including Robertaon and Keogaloon with dated references and figures.
A Friday night program at Throsby Park Institute features recitations by Miss Beama Ford and Mr W Guess, songs by Miss U Robson, and performances including The Midnight Murder and Jaatia's Drama. детей
The Bowral Association Band performed a refined programme on Monday from Mr J B Hills balcony. Under conductor Mr G E Vinestitnereli England old England, the selections included Mary of Argyle Break the Pawn to Mother Where Are the Boys of the Old Brigade and more, drawing strong audience attention.
Residents discuss cricket results in England and Australia, local road issues, town beautification before Christmas, and a push for weekly events. Visitors arrive, memories of past fairs endure, and Bowral’s social customs amid unsettled weather and changing leadership are noted.
A slew of suspects faced charges for stealing horses and cattle in Bowral district. Cases against Robert Field and Henry Schofield advanced as bail set, with further hearings postponed due to the extensive evidence gathering. Senior Constable Gallagher commended for managing a record field inquiry into the large cattle and horse theft operation.
Sunday return trip from Bowral to Goulburn by fore Mittagong cyclists including A Lippint Nichole Pred H Bixinn Walter Foord and Fred Parc. The group traveled via Padilly River area enjoyed mild weather and a rest at Machino, reaching Goulburn after 4 30 with delays due to some obstruction on the road.
Alderman Jos Stoker reported the matter to the department. It was decided that trachyte and related materials moved from Bowral to Darling Harbour and intermediate stations will be billed 25 miles at 1/6 per ton and 1d per mile for scl. Additional mile. Darling Harbour rate set at 6/- per ton. Vehicle guidance and intermediate routes noted.
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